A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for the southeast of Western Australia, with heavy rainfall, storms and potential flash flooding expected to impact holidaymakers throughout the long weekend. Speaking to 6PR Mornings with Russell Collett, senior meteorologist Christy Johnson noted that the most significant activity is currently centered around the Southeast Coastal, Eucla, and […]
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Warning issued for WA drivers this easter as 3 people lose their lives
Western Australia has faced a tragic start to Easter with three lives lost in separate crashes, prompting a stern warning from police regarding “absolute lunacy” on the roads. Authorities have deployed extra patrols and double demerits, pleading with motorists to slow down and stay focused to prevent further holiday heartbreak. Press PLAY to hear about […]
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03/04/2026
WA activates emergency fuel powers to ensure supply chain transparency
Western Australian Energy Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson confirmed the state activated emergency powers under the Fuel Energy and Power Resources Act, ordering fuel companies to provide commercially sensitive information. Press PLAY to hear what the emergency powers mean. She explained to 6PR Mornings host Russel Collett that these powers grant the government greater clarity over the […]
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02/04/2026
NASA’s return to the moon: The countdown is on for Artemis II
NASA is preparing to launch humans to the Moon for the first time in 53 years with the historic Artemis II mission, scheduled for 6:23 am AWST on Thursday morning. Press PLAY to hear about the Artemis II mission Matt Woods from Perth Observatory explained to 6PR Mornings host Russell Collett that Artemis II is anticipated to […]
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01/04/2026
Hold them accountable: Why the fuel excise halving may depend on consumer pressure
Legislation is being introduced to halve the fuel excise for three months, a move that will reportedly cost the Australian federal budget $2.55 billion. The key question remains: will drivers see the full discount passed on at the pump? Press PLAY to hear Scott Phillips explain what consumers need to know Scott Phillips, The Motley […]
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31/03/2026
Thirty-seven schools across Australia last week took part in the launch of the New Metrics project – a style of learning and assessment which is part of the “paradigm shift” away from ATAR as a measurement tool. All Saints’ College is the only WA school to join the program and Dean of Teching and Learning […]
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23/02/2021
Childhood chess and its links to risk-taking and strategy later in life
New research by Monash University and Deakin University has found chess boosted children’s foresight, caution and arithmetic, and reduced risk aversion. Chess Association of WA President Alan Wolstencroft joined Liam Bartlett to share first hand the benefit of playing chess for young people.
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23/02/2021
Why teens are “future forecasting” and how you can help
Youth coach Founder of ROC Coaching Claire Eaton joins Liam Bartlett to explore why a growing number of teens are “future forecasting” and how parents can help their kids to worry less about their future.
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04/02/2021
“We need to up our game”
AMA WA President Dr Andrew Miller told Liam Bartlett Western Australia needs to get “super serious” about its preparedness for a COVID-19 outbreak. Dr Miller said measures such as ensuring staff working in hotel quarantine weren’t working elsewhere and bus drivers had appropriate respiratory equipment were simple measures that weren’t being taken. “These are just […]
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12/01/2021
Australia Post Licensees still standing behind CEO Christine Holgate
Licensed Post Office Group Executive Director Angela Cramp says the 2850 community post office owners she represents have been appalled by the Prime Minister’s potential attack on their viability. Cramp told Jane Marwick on Mornings the licensees had been struggling for 15 years to develop a viable business model and Ms Holgate had finally brought […]
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07/01/2021
This year on Mornings with Gareth Parker, we want to recognise the Random Acts of Kindness being performed everyday in our communities. We are asking listeners to get in touch and let us know when they witness a random act of kindness. Thanks to WA Assett – the Bathroom Renovators, each month we will pick […]
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15/04/2019
We have our first winner!
This year on Mornings with Gareth Parker, we want to recognise the Random Acts of Kindness being performed everyday in our communities. We are asking listeners to get in touch and let us know when they witness a random act of kindness. Thanks to WA Assett – the Bathroom Renovators, each month we will pick […]
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08/03/2019
Random Acts of Kindness
This year on Mornings with Gareth Parker, we want to recognise the Random Acts of Kindness being performed everyday in our communities. We are asking listeners to get in touch and let us know when they witness a random act of kindness. Thanks to WA Assett – the Bathroom Renovators, each month we will pick […]
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04/02/2019
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