20 h. ago Genetics or geography? Australia is a global leader in polycystic ovary syndrome rates

New research suggests Australia has a “significantly higher than expected” rate of this common endocrine disorder. It’s expected to increase if nothing changes.

Politics

25 h. ago The country boy with polio who became Australia’s most famous GP

John Murtagh was a boy who learned respect for rural doctoring when he was struck down by polio. He would go on to shape general practice around the world.

Politics

45 h. ago This simple addition to men’s toilets would help over 2.4 million Aussies

Sanitary bins are a common sight in women’s bathrooms, but most men’s public toilets lack bins that allow for incontinence products to be disposed of discreetly and hygienically. These people trying to change that.

Politics

55 h. ago If you’re heading to aged care, beware this common misconception

When is a lifetime cap not a cap? When it’s in the perennially confusing world of aged care.

Events

3 d. ago ABC’s John Lyons to miss Trump, Albanese Oval Office meeting

The public broadcaster’s Washington bureau chief will be a no show after the PM’s office rejected repeated requests for a spot in the press pack.

Politics

3 d. ago Victoria’s historic treaty makes First Peoples feel ‘safe’ – but here’s what it doesn’t include

A common fear that dogged Anthony Albanese’s Voice to parliament referendum campaign will not be realised in the legislation before state members.

Politics

4 d. ago Shore prepares for a special farewell as principal set to depart

Staff and students were urged to send in their messages of support, to be added to a photo book which will be presented to John Collier at the end of his term.

Politics

5 d. ago Good news, you may already have the hottest runway trend in your closet

In Paris and Milan, black was the standout colour of the spring/summer shows. But wearing it in summer requires clever choices when it comes to cut and fabric.

Politics

6 d. ago Inside one man’s mission to reveal the truth about American Express

After two regulatory investigations spanning three years, John Smith wants Australia’s privacy regulation overhauled.

Events

6 d. ago Smartphone detox: I spent five days without my phone and here’s what I learned

The challenge was to complete five common daily tasks without a smartphone. Just how difficult is it?

Technology

6 d. ago He gave up his jersey and made other Wallabies look like stars. They voted him MVP

Wallabies centre Len Ikitau has been recognised for an outstanding season by winning the John Eales medal.

Politics

9 d. ago UK media personality 'Big John' Fisher denied entry into Australia

A British social media personality has been denied entry into Australia and sent to a deportation hotel over a visa issue.

Politics

9 d. ago How a grisly TV show put these beautiful, remote islands on the map

Scotland’s Shetland Islands have a unique, windswept beauty that has little in common with the popular BBC crime series.

Politics

9 d. ago In every couple, there’s a travel organiser and a passenger. I know who I’d rather be

After years of being the ‘John’, I am enjoying being a ‘Jane’.

Politics

9 d. ago Subiaco Hospital’s mums and bubs’ centre canned as redevelopment shrinks

St John of God had moved the mothers and babies’ centre to the top floors of the development, but last month applied to the WA Planning Commission to remove those storeys.

Politics

9 d. ago Emma Bates seen with bloodied, bruised face in days before body found, court told

The details of the 49-year-old’s final days were aired during a committal hearing of John Torney, 41, who has been charged with negligent manslaughter over her death.

Events

9 d. ago Is Colin Hanks’ portrait of this ’80s movie star a little too sweet to believe?

There’s a darkness to the story of the late Canadian actor and comedian John Candy that this documentary teases but never quite shines a light on.

Politics

1 week ago WA students need laptops and the internet. But what happens when families can’t afford them?

Living on a pension, Perth grandfather John Paulson could not afford a laptop or internet for his five grandchildren, and they were falling behind in school.

Society

1 week ago What do John Cena, AC Milan and Coldplay have in common? Ask Tourism WA

Why is one of the leading superstars of a US cultural touchstone bidding au revoir to his Australian fans in Perth, of all places? And what does it have in common with an Italian Serie A soccer match?

Politics

2 w. ago Meeting Mokbel: The code, the cops and a shovel left on my doorstep

“That girl is waiting for you”: The $2 billion drug haul and John Silvester’s secret deal with police to get Tony Mokbel.

Politics