In April this year nearly 1,400 complaints were made to the Department of Housing.
Talkback
Crackdown on bad tenants
The state government will increase the Department of Housing’s Disruptive Behaviour Management Unit by 35 in an effort to clamp down on tenants who cause problems. Howard Sattler spoke with the Minister for Housing Bill Marmion.
Station Highlights
Auto industry isn't terminal
To paraphrase novelist Mark Twain 'the reports of Australia's auto industry's death are greatly exaggerated' according the industries peak body. Paul Murray spoke to Tony Weber from the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries about Toyota and Holden's future.
Does news go too far?
The confronting picture on the front page of the West Australian of one of the blood soaked murders of British soldier Lee Rigby has ignited an argument over what is news. Jane Marwick spoke to the editor of the West Australian Brett McCarthy.
Frustration over breakdown
A technical glitch in the control tower that coordinates the metro train network left commuters stranded and confused for approximately an hour this morning. 6PR's Lisa Barnes was one of those stranded and says the breakdowns are becoming a regular event.
Crackdown on bad tenants
The state government will increase the Department of Housing’s Disruptive Behaviour Management Unit by 35 in an effort to clamp down on tenants who cause problems. Howard Sattler spoke with the Minister for Housing Bill Marmion.
Can Millsy sing? You judge
If you don't get up before 5.30 thank small mercies. Steve Mills has put his singing prowess on display before the 5.30 News Headlines in what has been described as a brutal attack on an American classic. Listen to Steve's version of Don McLean's American Pie.
Ford to shut shop by 2016
Ford Australia has announced it will close it's Broadmeadows and Geelong production facilities by October 2016 because of an uncompetitive manufacturing landscape. Paul Murray spoke to News Limited's Josh Dowling about the announcement.
Health boss search tops $100k
The opposition has criticised the growing cost involved in the search for a new head of the Health Department. Jane Marwick spoke to opposition health spokesperson Roger Cook about the $100k bill that still hasn't filled the position.
Hazel Hawke, a true First Lady
The death of Hazel Hawke has seen a flood of stories of how the former wife of Prime Minister Bob Hawke was a role model to so many people. Jane Marwick spoke to one of Hazel's closest friends, Age Discrimination Commissioner Susan Ryan.
AHA gets tough on violence
The Australian Hoteliers Alliance has called for people convicted of serious assaults, including domestic violence, as a result of being drunk could to be banned from pubs and clubs. Paul Murray spoke to AHA WA's Bradley Woods about the proposal.
The Great Baz Lurhmann
Fairfax Entertainment Reporter Donna Domaio caught up with creative force Baz Lurhmann about his latest film The Great Gatsby. Donna spoke to Jane Marwick about the Baz's battle to transform his ideas in to celluloid reality.
Freo's Purple Fits Pearce Well
Danyle Pearce says he couldn't be happier with his decision to leave Port and join Freo. Ahead of this weekends clash with Melbourne, the veteran midfielder joined the boys on Sports Today for a chat.
Being sad is OK
The increasing tendency for doctors to medicate at the first sign of of a mental health issue has been criticised as a dangerous and irresponsible course of action. Outspoken mental health advocate Martin Whitely and Dr Allen Francis voiced their concerns to Jane Marwick.
Mars vs Venus battle continues
30 years on from the release of his best selling book "Men are from Mars and Women are from Venus" author John Gray admits the battle between the sexes is still raging. Paul Murray spoke to John about the importance of his book and its insights in to your other half.
Hey Prime Minister, take a stand!
Author, columnist and former Wallaby, Peter FitzSimons, has been recruited to the Breakfast show for his take on the major (and sometimes minor) issues that face the world. Peter can be heard Wednesdays after the 7.30 news on Breakfast with Steve Mills.
No Newstart increase
Both Labor and Liberal won’t increase the payments for people on the Newstart Allowance despite calls to lift payments by $50 a week. Howard Sattler spoke with Anglicare Executive General Manager of Corporate Strategic and Marketing Jennifer Duffecy.
Possible ban on unvaccinated kids
WA Health Minister Kim Hames says childcare centres should be allowed to refuse entry to unvaccinated children, but the government would not look at making it law. Howard Sattler spoke with Dr Hames and Australian Vaccination Network Spokesperson Merryl Dorey.
Oaklahoma latest
A massive rescue and recovery exercise is under away as emergency services workers sift through rubble and collapsed buildings looking for survivors from tornadoes that ripped through Oaklahoma City's Suburbs earlier today.
Farmers to fight wind farm
Farmers in the southern half of the state are teaming together to fight a proposal to build a 74 turbine wind farm near the town of Kojanup. Paul Murray spoke to protest organiser and Kojanup farmer Narelle Goodall about the issues of concern.
Moora suicides an 'epidemic'
The suicide of three indigenous men from the town of Moora in recent weeks has exposed what indigenous elders are calling an 'epidemic'. 6PR's Lisa Barnes spoke to Robert Eggington from Dumbartung Aboriginal Corporation and Mental Health Minister Helen Morton.
Tornado strikes Oaklahoma City
The Oaklahoma City suburb of More has almost been completely wiped off the map as several powerful tornados touched down overnight across America's Mid West. Steve Mills spoke to More resident Tye McBride for an update on the damage.
Injuries Don't Fuss Lyon
Fremantle coach Ross Lyon joined Sports Today to review the remarkable draw against Sydney. Forward Michael Walters will miss a month with a an ankle injury but good news for return of Aaron Sandilands.
Dunstall's Docker Blow Up
On Fox Footy's After the Bounce Jason Dunstall blew up at a few of the obvious mistakes from the weekend including why did no one stop Nic Nat and why didnt Freo punch the ball through for a point?
How to conquer fear...and everest
Patrick Hollingworth has been described as the sort of bloke who faces his fears. In truth he doesn't just face them, he stares them down. Patrick conquered Mount Everest all because he had a fear of heights. He spoke to Paul Murray.
Eagles set to Rest Stars
West Coast Assistant coach David Teague reviews the amazing win over North Melbourne and hints the club will look at resting 1 or 2 senior players against GWS this weekend. Plus latest injury news for Wellingham and Schofield.
Academics: Lift drinking age
Some of Australia's leading academics and health experts are starting a serious push to raise the drinking age from 18 to 21 for health and societal reasons. Jane Marwick spoke to Professor John Tounbourou from Deakin University about the push.
Aussie jailed in Dubai
Australian Matthew Joyce has been sentenced to 10 years jail in the United Arab Emirates and fined $25 million dollars after a Dubai court found him guilty of fraud relating to a collapsed land deal. Howard Sattler spoke with Dale Alcock who is an acquaintance of Mr Joyce.
Slow progress on NBN
It's been four years since the Labor announced the roll out of of the National Broadband Network and to date not one established home in WA has been connected. Paul Murray spoke to John O'Donnell from the Communications Workers Union WA.
Don't sign NDIS yet
The multiple Sclerosis Society of WA has urged the Premier not to bend to pressure from Canberra to sign up to the NDIS. Paul Murray spoke to MSS Chief Executive Marcus Stafford who says guarantees are needed the WA system wont be dismantled.
Your suburb, your voice
882 6PR, in partnership with WAToday and Nine News invites you to attend the first of our Your Suburb, Your Voice community forums at Armadale. Have your say about your suburb here and help shape Armadale's future now.
Butt out
Australia could be smoke-free within 15 years but only if we don’t become complacent. Howard Sattler spoke with President of the Australian Council on Smoking and Health Mike Daube who has outlined a 10-point plan to make Australia a smoke-free nation.
Dreyfus on Drive
Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus is in Perth to announce Legal Aid WA will receive $214,000 from the federal government in preparation for the National Broadband Network. Mark Dreyfus joined Howard Sattler in the studio to discuss all things politics.
Developers cop 1000% increase
Medium size property developers in Perth have been hit with a 1000% fee increase for connecting power to their properties since Western Power privatised the service. Paul Murray spoke to one developer who has been charged $10k to be connected.
Parenting isn't a teacher's job
The Director of General of Education has called for parents to start taking care of behavioral problems before their children and stop expecting teachers to parent them. Paul Murray spoke to Sharyn O'Neill about her opinion piece in the West Australian.
Budget response
Federal Shadow Treasurer Joe Hockey has defended Tony Abbot's fiscal promises held delivered in his official budget response. Paul Murray spoke to Mr Hockey about how a Liberal/Coalition government can deliver a surplus without increasing taxes.
Would you vote for this guy?
Billionaire businessman and political aspirant Clive Palmer joined the Breakfast show to discuss his passions and political desires with Steve Mills. Mr Palmer told Steve major political parties have already started to court him to run at the next election.
Government staff pay rises
The state government has issued political staffers with pay rises totaling more than $500,000 despite saying the government faced financial challenges. Howard Sattler spoke with opposition leader Mark McGowan and Community and Public Sector Union Branch Secretary Toni Walkington.
TV retune details
As the final step in Australia’s move to digital-only TV, all SBS TV services in Perth will change frequency today. Click here for details on what you need to do to continue to enjoy free to air TV.
Stem cell breakthrough
Scientists in America have made a breakthrough in extracting embryonic stem cells from a cloned human embryo. Howard Sattler spoke with Monash University’s professor Gab Kovacs and John Paul II Head of Bioethics professor Nicholas Tonti-Filippini.
Traffic police want apology
WA traffic officers want a formal apology from Police Commissioner Karl O'Callaghan following comments that they were targeting petty crimes and missing serious infringements. Paul Murray spoke to Police Union President George Tilbury.
Subbies owed for Colin's Castle
Department of Building Management and Works failure in handling government contracts has worsened with revelations that sub contractors on the the Hale House referb haven't been paid. Paul Murray took the issue to new Finance Minister Mike Nahan.
Graham Mabury's top award
Congratulations Graham. 6PR's Graham Mabury was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award at Christian Media Australia's 35th Anniversary Gala dinner held on the Gold Coast. Graham has hosted Nightline for an amazing 32 years.
Judith Durham hospitalised
The Seekers have postponed their Australia wide tour after singer Judith Durham suffered a cerebral hemorrhage. Howard Sattler spoke with The Seekers group member Keith Potger who says Judith is resting in hospital and things are looking good for her.
Fighting cancer
In 2007 Elisha Neave tested positive for BRCA2 which put her at an 80 per cent risk of developing breast or ovarian cancer. Six years on and Elisha has been diagnosed with stage-4 ovarian cancer. Howard Sattler spoke with Elisha and her sister Chrissy Keepence.
Breast cancer, a personal story
Following the revelation actor Angelina Jolie had undergone a double mastectomy to prevent developing breast cancer Paul Murray was contact by Kate, a listener, who shared her personal story of breast cancer. Listen to Kate's story here.
Budget freezes Medicare charges
Tonight's federal budget will see doctors hit with a freeze on Medicare service charges as the Gillard government aiming to save $1.5 billion over 4 years to fund the NDIS. Paul Murray spoke to AMA President Dr Steve Hambleton about consultation charges.
Gallipoli tour operators warned
Tour operators are preparing to hold a rogue secondary dawn service at Gallipoli as Australian's scramble to secure a spot from the official ballot in the 2015 centenary of the landing. Steve Mills spoke to Matt Smith from Battlefield Memorial Travel.
Workers quit 'toxic' workplace
Phone operators are resigning from the police call centre because of a failure by government to fix the toxic culture that has developed within the workplace. Paul Murray spoke to Toni Walkington from the CPU/CSA who represents many of the workers.
Profiteers eye NAPLAN stress
Marketers have started to target parents stressed by NAPLAN testing with programs and guides they say will help prepare children for the compulsory tests. Paul Murray spoke to Rob Randall about the practice and the need for calm around the tests.
Budget wash up
The Federal Government has used today to spruik the benefits of Wayne Swan’s sixth budget. Howard Sattler spoke with Minister for Finance and Deregulation Penny Wong and Shadow spokesman for Finance and Regulation Andrew Robb.
Jolie undergoes surgery
Actress Angelina Jolie has undergone a preventative double mastectomy. According to her doctors Jolie had an 87 per cent chance of developing breast cancer. Howard Sattler spoke with Founder of Pink Hope Krystal Barter who has had a preventative double mastectomy.
6PR Programs
Your suburb, your voice
882 6PR, in partnership with WAToday and Nine News invites you to attend the first of our Your Suburb, Your Voice community forums at Armadale. Have your say about your suburb here and help shape Armadale's future now.
Don Hancey's Rush Hour Recipes
Don Hancey from PANORAMA catering joins Paul Murray every Wednesday with a quick and hardy recipe that wont leave you locked in the kitchen.
Law and Order
Police Commissioner Karl O'Callaghan talks live in studio to Paul Murray on a fortnightly basis and fields calls from the you the listener. Listen to the latest instalment here.
Talking Law with Tom Percy QC
In his regular Breakfast slot, 6PR's resident legal eagle Tom Percy has given an insiders perspective of the Llyod Rayney murder trial. Tom also told Steve MIlls he believes his long time nemesis, Christian Porter, will one day become Prime Minister.
Michael Barlow on Breakfast
Fremantle's star mid-fielder Michael Barlow is back for season 2013 and will join Steve Mills every Thursday at 7.15. Michael will give you insight in to how the Dockers are travelling throughout this years season.
Paul Murray and the Premier
Premier Colin Barnett joins Paul Murray, fortnightly, to discuss this and other affairs of state and answers questions from 6PR listeners.
Hey Prime Minister, take a stand!
Author, columnist and former Wallaby, Peter FitzSimons, has been recruited to the Breakfast show for his take on the major (and sometimes minor) issues that face the world. Peter can be heard Wednesdays after the 7.30 news on Breakfast with Steve Mills.
Joe Hildebrand
Sydney journalist Joe Hildebrand joins Jane Marwick on the Afternoon program every Monday from 12.30. As a contributor to the for News Ltd opinion site 'The Punch' he gives a sharp and irreverent insight to modern politics.
Dean Cox on Breakfast
West Coast Eagles ruckman Dean Cox has rejoined with 6PR for season 2013. The proud new father is looking for a huge year and will give you the inside story from the Eagles nest every Monday just after 7 on Breakfast with Steve Mills.
Entertainment with Peter Ford
Say the name Peter Ford and the first thing that springs to mind is the world of Showbiz. Peter's coverage and knowledge of the Australian entertainment landscape is second to none and can be heard every Monday at 7.30.
Real Life with Andrea Burns
It's said every man needs the grounding influence of a good woman and with journalist Andrea Burns we at least have the womanly part covered. Joining Steve Mills every Tuesday for her 'Real Life' segment, Andrea delves in to the issues and dilemmas of modern life.
The EX - Files
Fixing the skills shortage isn't rocket science it just requires logic, which is why so many people can't understand it. A colourful life has led Larry Graham to become an "ex" of all trades. In the "EX" files he shares his experienced but different view to current affairs.
Asbestos awareness walk
WA Today columnist and 6PR favorite Larry Graham has hit the frog and toad to raise awareness and more importantly valuable dollars for Asbestos Disease research. Larry is part of a team walking from Dunsborough to Perth and you can follow his progress here.
Pharmacist, Gerald Quigley
Pharmacist Gerald Quigley joins 6pr every Friday at 1.30 to answer your queries about modern medicine and every day prescriptions. Call and be part of the show on 9221 1882 or listen to the most recent segment right here.
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Shark Bay in April 2013.
Many of you have asked for me to show you my fishing trip pictures. Well here they are of my most recent trip to Shark Bay in April 2013.
Dr Joe Kosterich
Dr Joe Kosterich joins the Morning program every Tuesday at 10am to cover the issues and trends that are important to Australia's health.
Verity's Recipe Corner
Every Sunday on Weekend Wakeup Verity James joins the team to talks food and recipe ideas. You can download each of her wonderful recipe ideas right here. All you have to do is just click, print and cook.
Julie Meek - Nutritional Advice
Every week nutritional expert Julie Meek talks to Paul Murray about balancing your diet and lifestyle. Listen to her latest segment and read her health tips here.
Sydney's Paul Murray
2UE’s Paul Murray joins Jane Marwick from across the Nullarbor at 12.30 every Tuesday for an irreverent, yet incisive discussion of politics. You can also catch Paul on Sky News for his program Paul Murray Live at 6pm every Tuesday.
5K to be WON in 6PR's Dream Team League
Here is your chance to flex your footy knowledge against the boys on Sports Today and the rest of the 6PR faithful as we launch our very own Dream Team League. Follow the links below and register to match wits with Karl and the boys.
Shannon Lush, Cleaning Goddess
Shannon Lush has become the natural predator to dirt, filth and unsightly stains around the suburban home. Shannon joins 6PR on a fortnightly basis, with the best, cheapest and healthiest ways to keep your home clean.
Help Stop WA's Road Carnage
34 people have lost their lives on WA's roads so far this year and if the trend continues this will be one of the worst years on record. Click here to read the facts and be part of the conversation.
PC Guru
Whether we like it or not we live in a rapidly evolving technological world but fortunately for 6PR listeners the PC Guru is here to guide us through. Jason Jordan answers your PC questions every Thursday, 3.30-4pm on Drive.
6PR's Gardening Home
6PR's Sue McDougall now has her very own gardening page for you to learn the who, what, where,how and why of gardening. Click here to view articles and videos that will help transform that horticultural problem in to a blooming success.
Breakfast with Steve Mills
Steve Mills gets Perth up and going each morning with an entertaining mix of news, sport, traffic, weather and the just plain weird!
Mornings with Paul Murray
If it's happening in Perth, Paul Murray's Morning Program has it covered. Get the latest news, hottest issues and the opportunity to have your say
Afternoons with Jane Marwick
Join the conversation on 6PR with Jane Marwick for an entertaining and informative program each weekday afternoon from 12.00noon to 3pm.
Drive with Howard Sattler
Howard Sattler has worn heaps of labels during his 30 years as a talkback radio host, but what he's not is… boring.
Sport Central
Sports Today is Perth's only nightly radio sport program. Karl & Brad bring you the best interviews, frankest opinions and most stimulating talkback.
Nightline with Graham Mabury
Graham Mabury talks about what matters to you and the decision makers listen. Hear what’s happening around the world first from people who care.
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