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Young, educated and underemployed: building a nation of PhD baristas?

Oscar Wilde quoted “never be overdressed or overeducated”, but Wilde did not live in our era of Phd baristas.

Skies and freight lines in Forrestfield

Forrestfield blends a quiet suburban lifestyle with the active world of aviation spotting and large-scale cargo operations. The community provides unique access to the eastern runway and supports a massive logistics network within Western Australia.

Coffee and connect: How a lakeside cafe brews community in Ellenbrook

A lakeside cafe in Ellenbrook is transforming the local social landscape by providing an authentic meeting point for residents to interact. Through traditional French pastries and a welcoming waterside environment, the venue fosters meaningful connections in the growing northern suburb.

Exploring the commercial scale of Lakeside Joondalup Shopping City

Lakeside Joondalup Shopping City is a major commercial anchor in Perth’s northern suburbs that features a unique direct rail link. The complex offers over 100,000 square meters of retail space and serves as a self-sustaining urban micro-city.

The pour and the platter in Brabham

Brabham residents live at the gateway to the upper Swan Valley, providing immediate access to world-class vineyards and artisanal food. This region blends historic winemaking with modern tasting rooms to create a unique culinary destination right on the suburban border.

From farm to fashion: A Brabham business innovating local textiles

Discover how an independent Brabham textile studio is transforming the fashion industry through sustainable practices, ethical production, and timeless designs. Their commitment to circular design and traditional techniques ensures that each garment is built to last for decades.

Cultivating resilience at an Armadale native plant nursery

Discover how a dedicated native plant nursery in Armadale is helping property owners create water-wise gardens and restore local biodiversity across Perth. This enterprise provides the expertise and indigenous species necessary for suburban landscapes to flourish in the local climate.

A family-run nursery cultivating community green spaces in Forrestfield

Dawson’s Garden World is a historic family institution that has provided Western Australian gardeners with expertise and robust plants for over a century. The Forrestfield nursery continues to evolve by offering contemporary garden solutions alongside a tranquil cafe experience.

Rooted in the soil: The Armadale enterprise championing native flora

A dedicated native plant nursery in the Armadale region is championing sustainable landscaping by providing endemic species and expert horticultural guidance. Through its work with the local community and restoration projects, the business demonstrates how commercial success can align with environmental preservation.

A meaningful brew: How one Joondalup cafe prioritises purpose

The Good Company & Co Cafe in Joondalup operates as a full-service hospitality venue while driving social change through inclusive employment. The business provides meaningful jobs for adults living with disabilities, proving that profitability and purpose can successfully coexist.