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The folks behind the frequency

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More than a riding centre

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Don’t underestimate Junyi Thia

By Paige Ryan on September 29, 2026

Perth’s own Dolly

By Bethany Stopher on September 28, 2026

Making waves

By Maddison Lord on September 24, 2026

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Big decisions for an uncertain future

By Nell Van on June 23, 2020

Will changes to university fees make it even harder for young people to figure out what they want to be when they ‘grow up’?

#BLM comes to Perth

By Luke McPherson on June 18, 2020

Thousands of people gathered in the city for a ‘Black Lives Matter’ protest. What were the organisers hoping for?

Get rich or get scammed?

By Amelia Searson on June 18, 2020

Experts and former consultants warn online marketing work can be costly and cult-like.

WA’s forgotten true crime thriller

By Tom Robinson on June 15, 2020

Edward Bishop was executed in his twenties for murder, but did he do it?

Will fitness fanatics sink or swim?

By Jacinta Pizzata on June 15, 2020

COVID-19 restrictions have taken a toll on the fitness industry, but what do people’s fitness journeys look like from home?

Going on a troll hunt

By Bella Kitchen on June 10, 2020

*You have one new troll notification*

Boys will be boys?

By Luke McPherson on June 10, 2020

What does male ‘locker room culture’ look like in Perth sports clubs today?

COVID canoodling

By Ashleigh Davis on June 9, 2020 • ( Leave a comment )

Social distancing has highlighted how germy physical affection is. Why do we feel lonely without it?

Take it as a comment

By Louise Miolin on June 7, 2020

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Pacific media outlets need AAP

By Jade Bradford on June 6, 2020

The international war on media freedom makes the AAP Newswire service critical, not only in Australia but also in the Pacific region.

Knitting for those in need

By Christopher Tan on June 4, 2020

It’s the first week of winter and a special community group is allowed to knit together again.

The right environment

By Guan Shen Png on June 4, 2020

World Environment Day seeks to bring vital education and awareness.

Time to weigh in

By Amelia Channer-Holmes on June 4, 2020

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Pride month about support and connection

By Jade Bradford on June 4, 2020

Sydney Pride Festival 2020 offers free online entertainment, education and support.

Porch placemaking week kicks off

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Porches everywhere get a makeover as people join the placemaking movement.

Government app shows desire to quit smoking

By Matthew Paddick on June 4, 2020

User activity on the My QuitBuddy app has quadrupled from last year.

WA to lead the nation on Indigenous burning practices

By Patrick Sullivan on June 4, 2020

Traditional methods will be used by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services to combat the risk of bushfires.

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