With many young people not voting in local government elections, councils are seeking new ways to involve youth.
Dude, where’s your vote?
Polliewaffle
Political debates have been a staple of the campaign process, but with their popularity waning, are they still relevant?
Shear frustration
WA farmers continue to battle with the federal government about the banning of live sheep exports.
Young polly syndrome
Young politicians across Australia worry about trolling and abuse discouraging others from running in elections.
50 young voices
Western Independent shines a light on the political issues young West Australians care about.
Keys to the house
With the federal election to be announced soon, marginal WA seats could be very significant to Australia.
Young people and the political divide
More young people than ever are getting involved with political activism, but why are we not seeing predicted election results?
Election blues
The local government elections have come and gone, and voting is not in the forefront for most WA residents.
It’s time: election blackout in action
Despite being barred from advertising on TV and radio, political parties continue to have free reign online.
Election day dread
Recent government controversies are making Australians dread election day.
It’s on: trade unions fight for Labor
The Australian Council of Trade Unions supports the Labor Party for victory.
It’s on: why the West matters
Experts say WA is more important than ever.
Malaysia’s house of cards: what next?
Corruption scandals cost Barasan National 61 year reign.
Barnett now looking toward the election
After a leadership spill motion was rejected, Colin Barnett says the LNP has its sights set on 2017.
Dennis Jensen to run as independent for Tangney
MP lost pre-selection after details of his saucy novel were released to the media.