WA students are increasingly sacrificing proper rest as work and study pressures collide.
Sleep sold separately
Marathon man
Chiyin Reynolds ran 450km over seven days on a treadmill, then he ran a marathon daily for 29 days. Why did he do it?
That sinking feeling
A model sailing club is homeless after toxic algae closed a lake in Perth’s north.
Faith, fasting and FIFO
The month of Ramadan poses unique challenges for FIFO workers, who are calling for more support on site.
Dirty donations ain’t so cheap
Unsafe and unhygienic donations are putting pressure on Perth op-shop volunteers.
Diabetics fight for tech equity
WA diabetics say current rules around who can access subsidies for medical technology are unfair.
Plastic pushback
Perth beaches are known for their beauty, but volunteers say keeping them clean is an ongoing battle.
Cockies in crisis
Black cockatoo advocates say the species’ future in WA is being jeopardised by weak environment laws.
Trailblazers, risk-takers, homemakers
A new storytelling project is highlighting the hidden stories of incredible Perth women.
Fear the phone
Most young people prefer communicating online instead of face-to-face or the phone, but there may be a price to be paid when it comes to a career.
Final rush
Western Independent reporters toil through the big game.
Reporters in pyjamas
Students burn midday oil to get their paper out.