Urban development enthusiasts say beauty could be the antidote to Perth’s sprawling suburbs.
Perth’s ‘missing middle’
Industry heads urged to pressure Coalition
Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers has called for industry to push the Coalition to support tax reform while praising “powerhouse” WA.
Cars tyre of AM
AM radio has been quietly disappearing from US vehicles. What does it mean for the medium’s future in Australia?
What’s in a name?
What is the history of Kardinya’s Dick Piercy Park and is it time to change its contentious name?
Vapes up in smoke
Vape shop owners say new regulations about vaping leave their futures uncertain.
Women’s safety extended
Perth City Council has decided to extend the Safe Night Space programme until May giving women a secure place to sleep at night.
No hands kneaded?
As the baking industry struggles to find staff, is bread “untouched by the human hand” the way of the future?
Mum’s the word
A hole in the care market led a Perth woman to create a business model based on the role of an everyday mum.
Ballroom culture: Houses, 007s, kiki? Come inside.
Meet the creative and colourful new-old culture now blossoming in Perth.
Age with grace: WA reveals seniors plan
Combating ageism is a key goal for a new 10-year seniors strategy launched in Western Australia.
Standing in the shadow of the moon
Perth will see one of its most significant solar eclipses in a decade, and there are plenty of ways to view it safely.
Pop culture for loan
A suburban library in Perth is putting library services on the map at this year’s Oz Comic Con.
Prime drink sparks frenzy
An influencer-endorsed energy drink sold out within minutes in Perth. Find out what’s behind the hype.
Councils stop trees from the chop
Affluent councils in Perth are leading the state in local laws to protect tree canopies.
Impacts of impact
The bump, synonymous with the AFL, is being phased out of the game in an attempt to prevent long-term head injuries.
Perth rental pain
With rental availability at record lows in Perth, could rental increase caps help ease the pain of tenants?
Easing the toll of being a voll
Community groups hope a new campaign will encourage Western Australians to take up volunteering.