Have you ever heard of a death doula? The number of West Australians using their ‘end of life’ service is growing.
The death doulas
Bolly good
More Indians than ever are now living in Perth, and Independence Day celebrations this week highlighted the vibrancy of the local community.
Whatcha gon’ do with all that junk
As another suburb calls it quits on their annual bulk collection, experts worry more rubbish will be headed to landfill.
Fickle response to Pickle plight
Supporters of a West Perth arts precinct say they feel an overwhelming community response has been ignored.
The fellowship of the ring
A new Perth trend called ‘men’s circles’ is encouraging conversations between men to overcome mental health barriers.
The laneway festivals
Explore how one North Beach resident’s creative passions for laneway regeneration is changing attitudes and behaviours.
Birthday wrapped
A North Beach schoolgirl is about the get the surprise of her life when she opens her birthday presents, thanks to a huge community effort.
Choosing child-free
As fertility rates decline across Australia and more couples live without children, something else is on the rise: child-free communities.
Safety taking the wheel
Will residents’ pleas for road upgrades to a dangerous Mt Lawley intersection be given the green light?
Volunteering back to lend a hand
After losing nearly two thirds of Australian volunteers over the pandemic, organisations say they’re back on board.
What’s in a name?
What is the history of Kardinya’s Dick Piercy Park and is it time to change its contentious name?
Early years partnership goes to the Great Southern
Helping kids transition into school is the focus of a special project moving to the Great Southern.
Boarders overcoming borders
With Do it For Dolly Day nearing and a recent report stating the need to support new high school students, what are the problems boarders face?
A hub to find a home
A local housing organisation says it expects demand to surge as hundreds search for homes they can afford.
Stolen bike leaves Como man heartbroken
The Perth man is pleading for help to find his stolen bike, and his uncle’s ashes.
New radio docks in Fremantle
Community in the port city are embracing the station, which will showcase diverse voices.
The uphill battle
Could a decision in May by Mundaring Council herald the end of a planning saga brewing since 2018?