A Perth economist is calling on the Federal Government to do more, as reports find lower income earners are suffering more than higher earners.
Electricity deal sparks concern
Energy experts say a multi-billion dollar deal to modernise WA’s electricity grid is a short circuit, not a solution.
Small fly, big problems
Grape growers in the Swan Valley say they’re set to lose thousands of dollars because of an invasive pest.
Easing the toll of being a voll
Community groups hope a new campaign will encourage Western Australians to take up volunteering.
Botoxic discrimination
Botox injections can help people with cerebral palsy and survivors of stroke to move more freely – but there’s a price to pay.
Swamp 1: Developers 0
Grass continues to grow on the swampy land earmarked for the high-rise Waterbank development near Trinity College.
For the fallen
The announcement of a royal commission into veteran and ADF member suicides is being welcomed by local support groups.
“He thought he was going to die”
For some in Perth, the coup in Myanmar is close to home, and they’re taking to the streets to demand more action.
Flying’s finally back, but at what cost?
A federal incentive to boost the country’s tourism sector has polarised public opinion.
‘Dog Amendment Bill’ or dog’s breakfast?
Puppy farming in Western Australia needs to stop, but is this the way to do it? Proposed legislation has some breeders worried.
Leave no small business behind
Easing of restrictions has helped some and crushed others but are the new rules practical for small businesses?
Preschool pandemic package
A Perth-wide childcare chain says the government’s new plan will help essential workers.
COVID-19 gives tourism a ‘huge knock’
The federal government’s new ban on inbound tourists is another blow for the travel and hospitality sector.
Reining in the NDIS
Horses are changing the lives of people with special needs despite a lack of government funding.
Election blues
The local government elections have come and gone, and voting is not in the forefront for most WA residents.
Spring rebellion set to flood Perth
A series of rallies in Perth this week is setting up a major protest demanding action on the climate crisis.
WA’s violent future
Despite current government efforts, not enough is being done to support those who have experienced childhood abuse.