Worries arise over a severe labour shortage coinciding with a housing crisis. New apprentice commencements have dropped by 25 percent, and those in training have decreased by 3 percent. CEO of Master Builders Association of WA Matthew Pollock told Julie-anne Sprague on 6PR Afternoons, “It is concerning, it puts more pressure on the industry’s abilities to deliver […]
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.Beloved Molly the magpie seized by Queensland authorities
Since 2021, hundreds of thousands of online followers have been captivated by the friendship between Molly the magpie and Peggy the Staffy. However, Queensland authorities have recently seized the magpie. Veterinarian and Founder of Kalmpets Dr Kate Lindsey has weighed in on the decision to seize of Molly from her family. “I have never been […]
David Jones secures major ad partnerships to turbocharge revenue
Department store David Jones aims to boost revenue by $35 million annually with new advertising partnerships including Jaguar Land Rover, Destination Canada, and Regent Cruises. Director at Retail Oasis Trent Rigby told Julie-anne Sprague on 6PR Afternoons, “Regardless of where you shop, they’ve got a wealth of your customer data and what they’re doing is selling that […]
‘I’ve always been a big fan of a storm’: Krystle Wright on her journey to chasing storms
Adventure Photographer and Director Krystle Wright went from photographing sports to chasing storms. Ms Wright joined Julie-anne Sprague on 6PR Afternoons to discuss her journey chasing and photographing storms. “I’ve always been a big fan of a storm,” Ms Wright said. “It wasn’t until 2018 that I was introduced to the American mid-west, and of course […]
From lawnmowers to pumpkins: Get Lost Magazine reveals world’s most ‘unhinged’ races
Get Lost Magazine have published the five most unconventional races worldwide, promising some truly remarkable sights. While traditional races typically, involve horses, vehicles and runners. These races feature lawnmowers, buses and even pumpkins. Founder of Get Lost Magazine Justin Jamieson joined Julie-anne Sprague on 6PR Afternoons to delve into the most ‘unhinged’ races from around the globe. “From […]
Hollywood’s stars are in the midst of patting themselves on the back, including some Australian talent. Earlier today entertainment reporter Luke Dennehy has run Lachy and Mick through the predictions and expectations on the big day. Press PLAY to hear the full entertainment report
Flora Way co-founder Elise Murdoch joins Millsy to tell the tale of her business’ very first Valentine’s Day.
Got a New Year’s Resolution? Maybe You Need to Change Your Thinking.
“Self awareness is knowing who we are at the deepest levels, knowing what our values and motivations are.” Listen to Leadership Mentor Karyn Lisignoli chat to Michaela Carr about New Year’s resolutions and self awareness.
Creatures of the Deep
What lives in the deep blue? More specifically what lives in the depths of WA’s South West. The man who knows it all is Esperance film maker and marine researcher Dave Riggs. This season Dave hosted an international film crew this season and one of his cameras captured vision of an oceanic blue far beyond […]
A Community Feast for a Cause
Theresa Youngs-Lachmund helped establish the Vincent Community Kitchen in 2018, a project in the City of Vincent where local businesses can donate ingredients for people to cook and share healthy meals. Listen to Theresa chat to Michaela Carr about building a community while also saving food from landfill.
Mick Colliss chats about what is wrong with the hair dressers and young people!
Mick thinks hair dressers shouldn’t have mirrors and that young peoples drinking habits are strange these days.
Actor and voice artist John O’Hara was today’s guest on Backstories. Growing up as a naturally shy kid, John O’Hara persevered and chased his dream from the City of Melville to the Australian theatre stage. Mr O’Hara told Julie-anne Sprague on 6PR Afternoons, “I really had this dream. I think that was part of why […]
Ken Wyatt AM: Reflecting on a remarkable journey in federal politics
A year after his controversial exit from the WA Liberals, Ken Wyatt AM talks to Julie-anne Sprague about how he became such an iconic figure in West Australian politics, and how the landscape has changed. He attributes his success to influences from his childhood, stating, “Your parents influence you, but your teachers also have profound […]
Backstories: Paul Blackburne on watching Perth grow and rising beside it
Paul Blackburne left school wanting to join the United Nations. Instead, he borrowed some cash and got into property; he’s now worth about $680m and is behind numerous Perth luxury apartments across Perth. Julia-anne Sprague talked to the well-known face around town about hard work, success and why he believes Perth trumps other Australian cities. […]
‘Too old’ for the Liberals: Libby Lyons on life, work and defying expectations
As the granddaughter of of former Australian Prime Minister Joseph Lyons and Dame Enid Lyons, Libby Lyons definitely comes form strong political stock. But as she told Julie-anne Sprague on 6PR Afternoons, “I’ve learned that you don’t have to be a politician to make a difference in people’s lives.” A former public servant and advocate for […]
Matthew Pavlich: from AFL to presenting sport to investing in business
He was overlooked in the 1998 draft but former Dockers legend, and Nine News sports presenter, Matthew Pavlich, has become a success story in his own right. He became the first player based in a Western Australian team to reach 300 games. He discussed the loss of his older brother and how it impacted his […]
Every Wednesday at 2pm on Afternoons we talk all things property. This week REIWA President Hayden Groves joined the Program. Listen here.