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Break-ing bad

By Connor Kidd on April 23, 2026

Reef grief

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Bitter pill for sweet treats

By Camila Egusquiza Santa Cruz on April 2, 2026

Pour form makes unhappy hour

By Adam Morolla on April 2, 2026

Holiday plans tanked

By Renee Hilton-Jones on April 2, 2026

Dead quiet

By Olivia Fuderer on March 26, 2026

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Why men’s muscles don’t matter

By Isabella Clarke on October 24, 2019

More discussion is needed on male body image, and potentially harmful ideals.

Pressure builds on Murdoch over academic freedom

By Amy Johnston on October 24, 2019

Students rally in the hope the university will drop a lawsuit.

Ding dong the doorbell’s gone

By Deanna Corrieri on October 24, 2019

Millennials are allegedly killing the doorbell industry by instead texting the word ‘here’.

Rotary against polio

By Tom Robinson on October 24, 2019

Rotary raises awareness about the deadly disease on World Polio Day.

Election blues

By Kristen Ricciardi on October 24, 2019

The local government elections have come and gone, and voting is not in the forefront for most WA residents.

Can gaming improve social skills?

By Tilli Andrew on October 21, 2019

Perth scholars design breakthrough computer game to benefit children with autism.

Global fight for democracy

By Jessica Westbrook on October 11, 2019

As the ripple of the Hong Kong protests travel internationally, how is the Perth Hong Kong community reacting?

Water poisons remote residents

By Louise Miolin on October 11, 2019

Remote Australians are contracting kidney disease from contaminated water, and a researcher says the government isn’t helping.

WMF Mini World Cup reaches thrilling final

By Nigel Jones on October 10, 2019

Organisers say they’ve been pleased by the interest in their competition.

What can Kelly do for the Eagles in 2020 and beyond?

By Joshua Clarke on October 10, 2019

Despite the 2019 AFL season only just ending, anticipation is building among supporters as they prepare to welcome Tim Kelly as an Eagle.

E-waste epidemic in WA

By Caolan McGovern-Daly on October 10, 2019

With every Western Australian producing 25kg of electronic waste annually, we have a problem.

Spring rebellion set to flood Perth

By Amy Johnston on October 10, 2019

A series of rallies in Perth this week is setting up a major protest demanding action on the climate crisis.

Is it time to take video game addiction more seriously?

By Samuel Maclean on October 10, 2019

Britain’s National Health Service (NHS) has announced a clinic for video game addicts to receive specialist treatment.

Young adults at risk for social isolation

By Jordan Cook on October 10, 2019

Are young Australians more exposed to mental health issues?

Beach safety a priority this summer

By Calvin Sims on October 10, 2019

As drowning deaths rise, surf lifesavers issue a timely warning.

It’s not new- it’s vintage

By Deanna Corrieri on October 10, 2019

Is it time you rethought your spending habits for the good of the planet?

Bringing Perth closer to the world

By Keane Bourke on October 10, 2019

The government is hopeful new direct flights to Perth will continue increasing tourist numbers.

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