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Teachers should support skipping classes: union

By Sasha Borthwick on October 8, 2019

Is skipping classes to strike against climate injustice okay?

Perth hotels fight to survive

By Elena Morabito on October 8, 2019

“We’ve got lower occupancy, lower rates, but the cost of everything is still the same.”

Time for regional towns to have ‘the talk’

By Orla Latawski on September 30, 2019

With rising rates of domestic abuse in regional towns, a new sex education program aims to teach more than just the birds and the bees.

When one R U OK Day is not enough

By Guan Shen Png on September 21, 2019

To make a difference, we need to regularly check whether friends and family are coping.

Will Rottnest’s sea grass survive another summer?

By Connor Sheehan on September 21, 2019

Will the increase of tourists using boat moorings continue to ravage the vital sea grass this summer?

Are we just too reliant on cars and freeways?

By Nigel Jones on September 19, 2019

Major peak hour disruption restarts the discussion over more sustainable transport options in Perth.

Are bird strikes set to increase?

By Jordan Cook on September 19, 2019

Perth Airport says its efforts to decrease bird strikes are making a difference.

Mental health at the forefront for AFL

By Calvin Sims on September 19, 2019

Depression the downfall of an AFL legend.

Agricultural shift to plant-based protein

By Simone Grogan on September 19, 2019

CSIRO report finds a transition to sustainable farming could see our agricultural sector worth $25 billion by 2030.

Young Broome talent on the rise

By Deanna Corrieri on September 19, 2019

Coaches from ‘Athlete X’ training young Broome athletes for career in sport.

Bob builds a foundation for indigenous teaching

By Amy Johnston on September 19, 2019

The new Bob Hawke College in Subiaco will increase support for aspiring Aboriginal teachers.

Heritage theatres here to stay

By Daniel Patterson on September 19, 2019

With rumours of The Windsor’s demolition, Perth’s few heritage-listed theatres are in the limelight.

Strong support for UWA city campus

By Samuel Maclean on September 19, 2019

Perth’s universities are fighting to secure the CBD’s first major campus, but it’s a win-win in the eyes of local business owners.

Sex-tagious

By Kristen Ricciardi on September 19, 2019

STIs in WA are on the rise and young men in particular are being urged to get checked.

Powerball’s $150 million jackpot

By Anthony Matteo on September 19, 2019

A record amount is on offer in tonight’s draw but have you got your ticket?

WAFL grand final preview

By Matthew Craig on September 19, 2019

The stage is set for Sunday’s blockbuster.

Will Australia smoke out vaping?

By Catherine Massey on September 19, 2019

E-cigarettes are becoming more popular in Australia but their future is not certain.

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