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Relationship book

Relationship book "Men are from Mars and Women are from Venus" has sold over 50 million copies.

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.

Budget response

Tony Abbott has has promised an adult approach to politics and budgets if elected PM. 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.

Parenting isn't a teacher's job

Children as young as 5 are showing up to school with behavioral problems learnt at home. 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.

Subbies owed for Colin's Castle

Some sub contractors still haven't been paid for work done to Hale House nicknamed '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.

Imports threaten local growers

Australian growers say sky rocketing imported fruit and vegetables numbers are driven by the large supermarkets. WA growers imports processed and fresh produce from New Zealand and China are threatening the future of the local fresh fruit and veg industry. Paul Murray spoke to Executive Officer of Vegetables WA Jim Turley about the growing concerns over imports.

Budget shuffle hit foreign aid

Increases to foreign aid spending will be delayed as part of budget austerity measures. Foreign aid will fall victim to the federal government's push to secure a surplus with promised increases being delayed to save $3 billion. Paul Murray spoke to Chief Political Correspondent at the Australian Financial Review, Phil Coorey about the budget.

Deputy lost after fire

Parents and students want the return of Mt Lawley Primary School's Deputy Principle. Parents and students from fire ravaged Mount Lawley Primary School have started a campaign to stop the Deputy Principal from being replaced. Paul Murray spoke to parent Adam Klages who says the current Deputy was a pillar of strength.

Lord Mayor eyes Crown

Crown Casino in Victoria Park is one site the City of Perth wants to claim through council amalgamation. The City of Perth has ear-marked several high profile and lucrative sites including Crown Casino it would like to acquire through amalgamation of local governments. Paul Murray spoke to Victoria Park Mayor, Trevor Vaughan, about the fight for Crown Casino.

Prostitution laws split Libs

Liberal MPs are threatening a civil war if current proposed prostitution legislation is reintroduced. The Premier is facing an MP backlash if he revisits current proposed prostitution legislation that would seek to legalise prostitution. Paul Murray spoke to Liberal Member for Southern River Peter Abetz who wants to eliminate WA's sex trade.

SUV numbers rising

Over 100 new SUV/4WD are hitting Australian roads every day. Is this too many? Everyday in WA over 100 new SUVs hit the road and, according to other road users and pedestrians, it's creating unsafe roads. Paul Murray spoke to Harold Scruby from the Pedestrian Council of Australia about the problem of big cars on our shrinking roads.

What is a 'real' crime?

The Police Commissioner wants officers to start ignoring petty crimes like broken broken lights. The Police Commissioner wants his officers to move away from busting petty crimes and to focus on 'real' crimes as a way of tackling increasing crime rates. Paul Murray spoke to Opposition Spokesperson on Police, Michelle Roberts.

Watershed moment for manners

Enough is enough! Three drunken girls at a McDonalds have been schooled in acceptable behaviour. The moment a gentleman confronted two drunk girls in a McDonalds restaurant is being called a watershed moment in Australian society. Paul Murray spoke to child psychologist Michael Carr-Gregg about the message this confrontation sent.

Bob Geldof, Boomtown bound

Sir Bob Geldof sat down for a one on one with Paul Murray on the Morning program. Irish punk rocker and political activist Sir Bob Geldof is no stranger to Perth but his next visit will be a first for him and us as he regroups with the Boomtown Rats. Paul Murray spoke to Sir Geldof about everything from a new Pope to singing with the Rats again.

Brewers readying for a fight

Brewers are readying for a battle over alcohol advertising restrictions. The Brewers Association has taken the front foot in what they see as a coming battle on the alcohol advertising battlefield. Paul Murray spoke to the Association's CEO Danita Wawn about a current review in to advertising standards for alcohol.

Australia's Corby guarantee

Should Australia become a parole guarantor for Schapelle Corby to release her from a Bali jail? AUSTRALIA looks set to offer an official guarantee to Indonesia that Schapelle Corby will meet her parole conditions if she is released from jail in Bali. Paul Murray spoke to Federal Shadow Attorney General Julie Bishop about the announcement.

The fight to free Jock

Jock Palfreeman behind security at Bulgaria's Sofia Prison in 2009. Since December 2007 Jock Pilfreeman has been locked up in a Bulgarian prison accused of murder. Despite countless contradictions and flaws in evidence Jock remains behind bars. Paul Murray spoke to Jock's father Simon about his plight.

The great 457 rort

Are qualified Australian workers are being ignored in preference to cheaper overseas labour. The ways in which 457 visas are being rorted and Australian workers overlooked for lower paid overseas labor has been exposed on the Morning program. Paul Murray spoke to 'Allen', an experienced and qualified welder, who blew the whistle on the 457 rort.

Another Ellenbrook backflip

Has Colin Barnett broken another transport promise to the people of Ellenbrook? First it was the light rail promise before the 2008 election and now on the eve of the 2013 poll the Barnett government has apparently shelved plans for a promised bus route. Paul Murray spoke to 6PR's Lisa Barnes who discovered the decision.

The election wash up

'Four more year!' But what does that mean to us and how did it all happen? Click here to find out. The win was predicted but the emphatic manner in which the Liberal party swept back in to government wasn't. Paul Murray conducted a thorough analysis of the winners and losers of another four years under a Colin Barnett lead government.

Rusty threatens Pilbara

Tropical cyclone Rusty is expected to develop in to a category 4 storm. Cyclone RUSTY has been upgraded to a category two system and is continuing to intensify as it approaches the coast north of Port Hedland. Neil Bennett from the Bureau of Meteorology says Rusty is expected to become a category four system.

Radio loses a Good Guy

John Fryer and Peter Dean during their radio days together. Peter Dean passed away on Tuesday night. John Fryer, long time radio partner and close friend of the late Peter Dean, has spoken of his enduring friendship of the late broadcaster and original Good Guy. Mr Dean passed away as result of motor neuron disease on Tuesday.

Video: Road rage

Two drivers have been caught on video ramming each other in a road rage incident. Dramatic has been given to 6PR by a truck driver, named Kevin, showing a road rage incident between two cars that almost ended in a three car accident. Paul Murray spoke to Kevin about the incident involving two cars jousting along Armadale road.

Banking reform party emerges

Australia's newest political party has the sole agenda of reforming the banking industry. A new political party has emerged to tackle the lack of competition in the Banking sector and has promised to shake things up in the coming federal election. Paul Murray spoke to Adrian Bradley from the Banking Reform Party who also have the Supermarkets in their sights.

Security woes silence speaker

Security concerns have stopped a controversial Dutch politician from attending speaking engagements. Controversial anti-muslim Dutch politician Geert Wilders has cancel his planned appearance in Perth after the venue booked for the event fell through amid security fears. Paul Murray spoke to Andrew Horwood from the Q Society of Australia.

Not so liveable anymore

Perth has tumbled down the 'Most Liveable City' list. Only Sydney and Darwin are less desirable. Given the choice more people would prefer to live in Melbourne, Adelaide or flood ravaged Brisbane than Perth according to the latest 'Most Liveable City' survey. Paul Murray spoke to Perth Lord Lisa Scaffidi about Perth's fall from grace and what can be done.

Premier, we're calling you out

UFC fans and officials still don't know why UFC bouts are banned in Perth. Premier Colin Barnett is still refusing to meet with officials from the Ultimate Fighting Championship to explain why he has banned the cage from MMA matches in Perth. Paul Murray spoke to UFC Director of Operations, Tom Wright,

Nurses play hardball on pay

Industrial action by nurses will close 1 in 5 beds to selected patients in Perth hospitals. WA nurses have voted to escalate their industrial campaign by closing down one in five hospital beds. Paul Murray spoke to State Secretary of the Australian Nurses Federation Mark Olson about their aggressive pay negotiation tactics.

Swimmers need to toughen up

The Bluestone Review of Australian Swimming has found a toxic culture of us and them within the athlete ranks. Former Olympian Lisa Curry has welcomed a report that has labelled the Australian Swimming team's culture at the London Olympics as "toxic" and has told modern swimmers that they need to toughen up. Paul Murray spoke to Lisa about team culture.

DCP's black and white problem

A white woman has been prevented from fostering an aboriginal child because it's been labelled culturally inappropriate. Indigenous academic Craig Somerville has unleashed a scathing assessment of the Department of Child Protection's decision to removed an indigenous baby from a foster mother because she was white. Mr Somerville told Paul Murray the department is manipulative and full of liars.

FIFO 'cancer' killing bush

Is fly-in fly-out the 'cancer of the bush' as described by Kalgoorlie independent John Bowler? Independent member for Kalgoorlie John Bowler says he was calling the fly-in fly-out culture a cancer to the community a decade ago and wants tax breaks stopped for Fifo work arrangements. Paul Murray spoke to Mr Bowler about the so called 'Cancer of the Bush'

Will your seat decide the election?

Perth election hot seats. Is your electorate a marginal or safe party seat? The key swing seats for the upcoming state election have been mapped out by Paul Murray and his expert panel. Listen to the analysis of how recent decisions will affect each electorate and find out if you are in a seat that will help decide the states fate here.

Life after Ash Wednesday

Ash Wednesday 1983 Anne Fogerty survived the horrors of the 1983 Ash Wednesday fires but her efforts to protect her two young girls left her with physical and mental scars. Anne spoke to Paul Murray about her book and life, 30 years on from the fateful day in country Victoria.

Coke undermining recycling efforts

Recycling The Conservation Council of WA says Coca-Cola is trying to undermine community efforts to improve re-cycling and tackle litter in WA through meetings with key members of Parliament. Paul Murray spoke to the councils Director Piers Verstegan.

Best cancer minds head to Perth

Elliot Parish Adventurer and cancer research fundraiser Rick Parish has brought 70 of the worlds leading minds in cancer research to Perth for a global symposium. Paul Murray spoke to Rick about his hopes of fast-tracking a cure for the type of cancer that claimed the life of his son Elliot.

Embrace your right to vote.

Young Australian of the Year Akim Azimi and Paul Murray. The Young Australian of the Year, Akrim Azimi, has set out to encourage more young Australians to enroll for the upcoming state and federal elections. Akrim spoke to Paul Murray about how his life as a refugee led him to his role with the WA Electoral Commission.

Psych test bad drivers

A former police superintendent wants would be drivers to be psychologically tested. A former top cop wants potential new drivers to be psychologically tested to see if they are suited to ever hold a drivers licence. Retired Superintendent Dave Parkinson says that the bad drivers need to be weeded out before they ever get a licence.

No WA bombshell in ACC report

WA sports is unlikely to be hit by a ACC bombshell according to the Police Commissioner. It is unlikely there will be any bombshells coming out of WA stemming from ACC report into performance enhancing drugs in professional sport according to Police Commissioner Karl O'Callaghan. Paul Murray spoke to the Commissioner about the investigation's progress.

Help catch a thug

A Perth father wants to know why WA Police have stopped investigating his autistic son's assault. A Perth father has been left to investigate the brutal attack of his 21 year old autistic son on his own after police told him that they have stopped investigating the assault. Andrew Thompson spoke to Paul Murray about how the assault has changed his son's life.

Labor's costings nonsense

If built, Labor says Metronet will be completed in 2021. Transport Minister, Troy Buswell, has labelled Labor's assertions that the ministers office was spying on treasury meetings regarding their Metronet as nonsense. Paul Murray spoke to Mr Buswell who said Labor was just trying to avoid fiscal scrutiny.

Good God Almighty, he just walked out

WWE champion Mick Foley will perform at the Astor Theatre tonight with Brendon Burns Three-time WWE heavyweight champion Mick Foley and comedian Brendon Burns are performing their show Good God Almighty at the Astor Theatre tonight. They spoke to Paul Murray about the show...before Mick Foley walked out.

Education needs facts not fads

Education standards have become a heated ground for WA votes. The Education Minister has warned of the dangers in Labor's newly released education policy saying it is full of fads and inaccuracies and would be step backwards for children. Paul Murray spoke to Peter Collier as he labelled the policy 'dangerous'.

Mourning nation seeks answers

The United States is continuing to mourn the loss of 26 lives following the latest school shooting. As the US unites to mourn the loss of 26 lives, including 20 children aged under 8, from the mass shooting at a Connecticut school the community is split on what action to take to prevent it happening again. Rob Broadfield spoke with the Australian Newspaper's US correspondent Brad Norington.

Paul Murray: Profile

Paul Murray Paul Murray rejoins 6PR and the Morning Program in 2011. Paul is no stranger to 6PR listeners having hosted the Morning Program from 2000 until 2006. Most recently, Paul has been a contributor to 6PR's Breakfast Program and a columnist and specialist writer with The West Australian Newspaper.

Julie Meek - Nutritional Advice

Listen to Julie Meeks talks to Paul Murray about balancing your diet and lifestyle and read her health tips here. 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.

Shannon's Showtime

Shwotime with Shannon Harvey, every Thursday at 10.30 on the Morning program. The biggest, brightest and worst of films as viewed by Shannon Harvey

Dr Joe Kosterich

Dr Joe Kosterich joins the Morning program every Tuesday at 10am. Dr Joe Kosterich joins the Morning program every Tuesday at 10am to cover the issues and trends that are important to Australia's health.

Paul Murray and the Premier

Premier Colin Barnett talks to Paul Murray every fortnight about affairs of state and takes questions from 6PR listeners. Premier Colin Barnett joins Paul Murray, fortnightly, to discuss this and other affairs of state and answers questions from 6PR listeners.

Don Hancey's Rush Hour Recipes

Don Hancey 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

Law and Order Thursday with Police Commissioner Karl O'Callaghan 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.

John Hammond

John Hammond With one of the sharpest legal minds in the WA, lawyer John Hammond joins Paul Murray fortnightly to share his 26 years of legal experience and expertise with listeners. John can be heard every other Thursday at 10am on the 'Morning Program'