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Letter to the Editor: Pigeons should be shown more empathy
3+ week, 1+ day ago (626+ words) Our recent feral pigeon conundrum has stirred up quite a few opinions within the local community. As an avid pigeon lover it pains me to see such hatred thrown towards an innocent creature. For centuries the humble pigeon has been…...
Bored of Ben Harvey’s dog columns? Get a whiff of this then
6+ day, 19+ hour ago (629+ words) “Thankfully today in your column you admitted that writings about your dog were not news. This is absolutely true and excruciatingly boring. So why have we had to endure this rubbish for the last few years? Hopefully we will not…...
Birdman tells the story of Australia's greatest mimics
9+ mon, 2+ week ago (423+ words) Pitch-perfect mimicry is a lyrebird's greatest strength. But a Victorian videographer is proving the beloved native birds are best seen, not just heard. JeremyFilmsThings has made a name for himself showcasing Australian wildlife through naturalistic, understated clips that would feel…...
How WA therapy dog helps first responders in tough times
10+ mon, 2+ week ago (436+ words) Faces light up and no one can resist stopping for a pat and chat whenever Angus the friendly golden retriever appears — which is why he is so good at his job. Together with his handler, St John WA paramedic Karen…...
Adrian Barich: In 2026, let’s all try to be the person our dog thinks we are
8+ mon, 2+ day ago (788+ words) I was searching around for a New Year’s resolution, which is tougher than it sounds at my age. By now I’ve basically been through all the obvious ones like losing weight and getting fitter, and while I’m determined to run…...
Sad update after teens’ alleged swan act
4+ week, 1+ day ago (234+ words) The West Australian is a leading news source in Perth and WA. Breaking local and world news from sport and business to lifestyle and current affairs. Two teenagers accused of beating a black swan and forcing it to inhale vape…...
Shark attacks spark calls for fresh national approach
7+ mon, 3+ week ago (28+ words) Swimmers are being warned to be shark smart and wait for water conditions to clear before they return to the ocean after four shark attacks in two days....
Doctor who put whale sharks on the map awarded OAM
7+ mon, 2+ week ago (920+ words) The man largely responsible for Western Australia’s world-famous whale shark phenomenon has been recognised with a Medal of the Order of Australia for his service to conservation and the environment. Dr Geoff Taylor was the first person to document, study…...
‘Beyond belief’: Grim animal cruelty detail
6+ mon, 3+ week ago (299+ words) Dozens of animals have been seized from a “serial” animal cruelty offender’s property – with the RSPCA revealing the horrifying number of animals previously taken from her care. A woman branded a âserialâ animal cruelty offender â who has had…...
Cruelty reports jump sees RSPCA give winter advice
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (307+ words) As the winter chill comes out in full force across the region, RSPCA WA is urging pet owners to ensure animals have adequate protection from the cold, wind and rain. As the winter chill comes out in full force across…...