“You do not belong anywhere”: Refugees cut off from Medicare and Centrelink
Dozens of refugees have been denied Medicare rebates and Centrelink payments after two government departments failed to communicate with each…
Love and other drugs
The Australian music festival season has only just begun but with 18 drug overdoses already reported at New South Wales’…
Electrician fined for “unsafe” Trigg work
A Wanneroo electrician has been fined $7500 after mistakenly wiring a window shutter power cord, causing another tradesman to receive…
Charities struggle to fill pantries with food price rises
WA food charities are struggling to fill their pantries with fruits, veggies and kitchen staples as grocery prices hit an…
Call for life-saving dog blood donors
Vets are calling for dog blood donations, critically needed for saving man’s best friend. A bit like the Red Cross,…
Bakehouse staff left thousands out of pocket
A popular cafe has left staff and suppliers in limbo after going bust
Hundreds hit the pavement for Busselton reconciliation walk
Busselton hosting its first Reconciliation Walk in 2022 is a reminder that reconciliation is still a significant ongoing journey.
Building crisis continues despite budget injection
Millions of dollars have been committed to assist the WA building industry in this year’s budget as the rising costs…
Record investment in WA’s mental health services
A record $1.3b has been invested in Western Australia’s mental health services, a 13 per cent increase from last year.…
Fremantle Prison makeover to better preserve heritage
Fremantle Prison will undergo a $12.6m makeover to secure the World Heritage Listed building’s future. As part of the 2022-23…