Photographer Jaimen Hudson has captured some extraordinary drone vision of a pod of dolphins near Esperance. Click PLAY to hear about Jaimen’s work. Perth Today host Simon Beaumont spoke to Jaimen about his 11 years of experience and what it takes to capture these special ocean moments, especially with the added obstacle of being a […]


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Declining snake-neck turtles on the move: drivers beware
With snake-neck turtles on the move in Perth, drivers are advised to be vigilant. Click PLAY to hear about the turtles. Tessa Esparon, a licensed reptile rehabilitator, informed Perth Today host Simon Beaumont that the wet and warm conditions prompt increased turtle activity. She emphasized the importance of keeping an eye out for them on […]
AMA President raises concerns about the Firearm Authority Health Assessment
Under WA’s new gun laws, a Firearm Authority Health Assessment is required, yet not all GPs are willing to perform it. Click PLAY to hear the concerns. Kyle Hoath, President of AMA WA, highlighted the significant burden this places on GPs when speaking with Perth Today host Simon Beaumont. ‘My mind goes out to GPs […]
Rising calicivirus resistance in wild rabbits fuels destructive surge
Rabbit numbers are on the rise in the Peel Harvey region, as the biocontrol introduced in 2017 struggles against increasing immunity levels. Click PLAY to hear more on the issue. Teele Hooper-Woorrell from Peel Harvey Biosecurity Group explained to Perth Today host Simon Beaumont that the growing rabbit population is causing structural problems for landowners […]
Combating copper theft amidst rising prices
With soaring prices, there are concerning reports of a rise in copper theft across Australia. Click PLAY to hear about the measures taken. Perth Today host Simon Beaumont spoke to Nicholas from Complete Metal Recycling about the measures being taken to prevent it. “It’s a very regulated and very monitored system, and I think that […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
WA Police Commissioner Chris Dawson joined Gareth in studio to discuss ammonium nitrate, GTG passes, the border and a stash of guns found on a northern suburbs property. Â