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6PR Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague

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Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague will break down the issues that matter to you.


It’s a conversation with the people of Perth where you’ll get to know more than just the headline. It connects you with some of the country’s leading experts in health, property and technology.


As well as the latest news, you’ll get informative tips and advice on everything from keeping your garden in bloom to the best travel spots, as well as behind-the-scenes takes on your favourite sports teams.


You’ll have a laugh and you’re guaranteed to learn something new when you tune in with Julie-anne from 12pm-3pm.

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Jako’s footy tips – Round 2

March 23, 2023 06:36 - 20 minutes - 19 MB

Eagles great Glen Jakovich gives his tips every Thursday at 2pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'Broken down' rental system, lack of knowledge root of WA's housing crisis

March 23, 2023 05:40 - 7 minutes - 7.25 MB

The plight faced by both renters and property owners comes down to multiple failures in the rental system and basic education in the property market, according to experts.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Schools urge kids to walk as active travel rates reach dramatic low

March 23, 2023 05:17 - 8 minutes - 7.6 MB

Schools and government agencies are urging parents to avoid driving their children to school when unnecessary, with the amount of kids walking, riding or scooting to school currently at a low point of about 20 per cent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Schools urge kids to walk as active travel rates reach dramatic low

March 23, 2023 04:38 - 8 minutes - 7.44 MB

Schools and government agencies are urging parents to avoid driving their children to school when unnecessary, with the amount of kids walking, riding or scooting to school currently at a low point of about 20 per cent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons - Full Show 22nd March 2023

March 22, 2023 07:37 - 1 hour - 96.5 MB

Afternoons with Ian Blackley - Full Show 22nd March 2023 The Afternoons program will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner Afternoons on 6PR is a conversation with the people of Perth, keeping you across the latest news and will have you smiling from 12-3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gardening with Sue McDougall: National Eucalypt Day

March 22, 2023 07:33 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MB

Director of the Western Australian Botanic Garden and former 6PR Gardening presenter Sue McDougall joins Jo every Wednesday at 1pm. Talking gardening and inspiring gardeners of all abilities, today Sue spoke about: National Eucalypt Day And of course your calls See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finance with Jason Featherby: COVID superannuation withdrawals

March 22, 2023 07:29 - 10 minutes - 9.88 MB

Financial Advisor and Director of Knight Group Jason Featherby joins Jo every Wednesday at 2pm to answer your finance questions and discuss the latest issues, trends, challenges and opportunities in the industry. Today the pair talked about:  COVID superannuation withdrawals See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New drug available for deadliest form of prostate cancer

March 22, 2023 05:04 - 8 minutes - 7.99 MB

A new drug which targets cancer cells is now available in Australia for men battling the most deadly form of prostate cancer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian farmers aim to raise $100m to support live sheep exports

March 22, 2023 04:27 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MB

A Pilbara pastoralist is planning to raise $100 million and form a grassroots organisation to fight the government's plan to end live sheep exports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons with Jo McManus - Full Show 21st March 2023

March 21, 2023 07:37 - 1 hour - 92.5 MB

Afternoons with Jo McManus - Full Show 21st March 2023 Jo will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner Afternoons on 6PR is a conversation with the people of Perth, keeping you across the latest news and will have you smiling from 12-3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Talking Tech with Trevor Long: ChatGPT becomes hackers’ new weapon

March 21, 2023 07:34 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MB

Tech Guru Trevor Long joins Jo McManus every Tuesday to talk the latest in technology and answer questions. Today he spoke about: ChatGPT becomes hackers’ new weapon See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barnsy from the Burbs: When have you hurt yourself in the middle of the night?

March 21, 2023 07:33 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MB

Former 6PR News Director Lisa Barnes joins Jo once a fortnight with Barnsy From the Burbs. Lisa helps us all take on the not so serious challenges of day to day life. Today the two spoke about:  Recommendations for best farmers market/s? When have you hurt yourself in the middle of the night/last time you slammed your hand in the door? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hardcopy magazines are making a big comeback

March 21, 2023 06:26 - 10 minutes - 9.29 MB

Australian Carers Guide editor and former editor of Better Homes and Gardens Juliea Zaetta believe there is still a huge demand for print magazines. Ms Zaetta told Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons magazines provide a wealth of knowledge people may not find online. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

40 per cent of WA millennials rely on ‘bank of mum and dad’ to buy a house

March 21, 2023 04:45 - 9 minutes - 8.82 MB

New research by the University of Sydney has revealed 40 per cent of 25 to 35-year-olds will have to call on the “bank of mum and dad” to buy their first home. University of Sydney senior lecturer of urbanism in the School of Architecture, Design and Planning Dr Laurence Troy told Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons family wealth shouldn’t determine if a person can afford a home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons with Jo McManus - Full Show 20th March 2023

March 20, 2023 07:50 - 1 hour - 92.2 MB

Afternoons with Jo McManus - Full Show 20th March 2023 Jo will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner. It’s a conversation with the people of Perth about where to take your next holiday, take the family for dinner or what show to catch on the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The rise of dino-tourism: Why WA is a hotspot for dinosaur fossils

March 20, 2023 06:40 - 8 minutes - 7.58 MB

There has been a dramatic resurgence of dinosaur discoveries in Western Australia, with the Kimberley region entering a golden age of dino-tourism. Strategic Professor of Paleontology at Flinders University John Long told Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons fossils can be found everywhere. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Property with Trent Fleskens: The value of apartments

March 20, 2023 06:02 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MB

Perth property expert Trent Fleskens joins Jo McManus every Monday at 1.30pm. Trent is the Managing Director of Strategic Property Group and host of the Perth Property Show. This week Trent spoke about: The value of apartments And your calls on the value of your house/suburb See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Law with Noor: Woman makes claim about Bunbury Chicken Treat 10 years later

March 20, 2023 05:45 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MB

Noor Blumer, Director at Blumers Personal Injury Lawyers joins Jo McManus every fortnight on a Monday from 1pm to talk all Law matters. This week the Noor spoke to Jo about: The woman that claims she lost of her job because of her physical and mental condition after eating fried chips from Chicken Treat in Bunbury 10 years ago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Push for government to 'urgently' amend criminal property confiscation laws

March 20, 2023 04:35 - 8 minutes - 7.44 MB

There are new calls for the State Government to rewrite the State’s Criminal Property Confiscation Act laws after a major report from 2019 ago reprimanded the act. The government has still not acted on the recommendations and Perth barristers are pushing for the government to make the changes. Nigams Legal director Shash Nigam told Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons the laws need to be changed immediately. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons with Jo McManus - Full Show 17th March 2023

March 17, 2023 07:45 - 1 hour - 89.8 MB

Afternoons with Jo McManus - Full Show 17th March 2023 Jo will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner. It’s a conversation with the people of Perth about where to take your next holiday, take the family for dinner or what show to catch on the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TV Streaming with Andrew Williams: Ted Lasso - Season 3

March 17, 2023 07:29 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MB

The King of TV Streaming, Andrew Williams speaks to Jo McManus every Friday afternoon from 2pm about the latest in television and streaming. He has recommendations and previews of what's to come on all things from Netflix to Stan. This week the King's review was: Ted Lasso Season 3 and he asked, when did a TV show make you cry? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WA under threat from 'terrible' fruit fly outbreak

March 17, 2023 06:08 - 5 minutes - 5.05 MB

A quarantine area has been announced for parts of the City of Bayswater and Belmont to help eradicate the Queensland fruit fly. The fly native to the sunshine state poses a huge risk to local agriculture and has been found in Bayswater and Belmont. Chief plant biosecurity officer Dr Sonya Broughton told Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons an outbreak of the fly would be catastrophic for the agriculture industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The unknown Perth business helping with the rising costs of living

March 17, 2023 05:36 - 4 minutes - 3.96 MB

As the cost of living continues to bite, new services are popping up around Perth to help people save money and the environment. Repair Cafe is a free service where people can have items repaired so they don't have to fork out extra cash to replace the item. The ShareShed is another free service where people can borrow tools, instead of having to buy new ones which sit in the shed unused. Repair Cafe Bassendean and ShareShed Bassendean chair and co-founder Tim McLennan told Jo McManus on ...

The incredible story of a Perth cyclist who took home gold at the Olympics

March 17, 2023 04:53 - 7 minutes - 6.57 MB

Perth cyclist Matthew Richardson suffered a life-changing elbow injury which led him to pursue a career in the sport and eventually become an Olympian. Two-time Commonwealth Games gold medalist, the cyclist is in Brisbane competing at this year’s AusCycling Track National Championships with his sights set on the 2024 Paris Olympics. Mr Richardson told Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons he is excited to 'perform' at the Olympics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons with Jo McManus - Full Show 16th March 2023

March 16, 2023 07:53 - 1 hour - 93.6 MB

Afternoons with Jo McManus - Full Show 16th March 2023 Jo will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner. It’s a conversation with the people of Perth about where to take your next holiday, take the family for dinner or what show to catch on the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ask the Doc with Dr Ross Walker: High cholesterol linked with increased risk of dementia

March 16, 2023 07:46 - 20 minutes - 19 MB

Dr Ross Walker joins Jo McManus every fortnight to chat all things health and heart related. Dr Ross is known for his role on 6PR's Healthy Living every Sunday afternoon. Today the Doc and Jo chatted about: Dr Ross Walker joins Jo McManus every fortnight to chat all things health and heart related. Dr Ross is known for his role on 6PR's Healthy Living every Sunday afternoon. Today the Doc and Jo chatted about: Weird File - Mystical and insightful psychedelic experiences and mental heal...

Jako’s footy tips – Round 1

March 16, 2023 06:34 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MB

Eagles great Glen Jakovich gives his tips every Thursday at 2pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Travel: Qantas extends expiry on $800 million of COVID-19 flight credits

March 16, 2023 05:57 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MB

Every fortnight Jo McManus is joined by a variety of travel journalists and experts to chat around the world of travel. This week, Founder of Get Lost magazine, Justin Jamieson spoke about: The tourism industry’s struggle to convince visitors to ‘Come and Say G’day’ has been highlighted by new overseas arrivals data - with even New Zealanders avoiding us. Qantas has extended the expiry date on $800 million in unused flight credits for a third time since the industry was ground to a halt d...

Number of 'lady tradies' hits all time high

March 16, 2023 05:55 - 4 minutes - 4.18 MB

The housing Industry Association say the construction sector is training more women than ever, something Lady Tradies Australia is proud of. The organisation was founded in 2010 by Wendy Pinch who wanted to support women working in non-traditional roles, such as construction. Ms Pinch told Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons lady tradies are becoming increasingly more popular. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tough new laws introduced to tackle referee abuse at WA soccer games

March 16, 2023 04:31 - 7 minutes - 7.25 MB

For the first time ever, soccer clubs in Western Australia will have a new policy to combat bad behaviour on and off the pitch. This comes after increasing reports of violence and abuse towards referees at local games. Sorrento FC President Nico Hoyle told Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons the changes are needed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons with Jo McManus - Full Show 15th March 2023

March 15, 2023 08:07 - 1 hour - 99 MB

Afternoons with Jo McManus - Full Show 15th March 2023 Jo will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner. It’s a conversation with the people of Perth about where to take your next holiday, take the family for dinner or what show to catch on the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finance with Jason Featherby: US Bank Fails. Could it happen here?

March 15, 2023 07:49 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MB

Financial Advisor and Director of Knight Group Jason Featherby joins Jo every Wednesday at 2pm to answer your finance questions and discuss the latest issues, trends, challenges and opportunities in the industry. Today the pair talked about:  US Bank Fails. Could it Happen Here? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gardening with Sue McDougall: Buffalo lawn, mealybugs and watermelons

March 15, 2023 06:19 - 18 minutes - 17 MB

Director of the Western Australian Botanic Garden and former 6PR Gardening presenter Sue McDougall joins Jo every Wednesday at 1pm. Talking gardening and inspiring gardeners of all abilities, today Sue spoke about: Watermelons, rockmelons, mulberry trees, wetter soil, and improving browned buffalo grass And of course your calls See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shark tagging extended to Swan River

March 15, 2023 04:52 - 5 minutes - 5.2 MB

The State Government's shark tagging program has been expanded to include adult bull sharks in the Swan River. The program currently focuses on white sharks, but Minister for Fisheries Don Punch announced the new focus, following an investigation into the death of 16-year-old Stella Berry in the Swan river last month. Tagging will commence in the coming days, with new shark monitoring receivers activated by next summer. Mr Punch told Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons the tagging will help make...

'Disturbing': Alcoa caught manipulating the public again

March 15, 2023 04:36 - 8 minutes - 8.13 MB

Alcoa has failed to fully rehabilitate any of the 28,000 hectares of Western Australian forest it has destroyed during its 60 years of mining. This comes as the company continuously state they have started rehabilitating over 75 per cent of the area. WAToday journalist Peter Milne told Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons what Alcoa is doing is disturbing.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons with Jo McManus - Full Show 14th March 2023

March 14, 2023 07:17 - 1 hour - 95.1 MB

Afternoons with Jo McManus - Full Show 14th March 2023 Jo will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner. It’s a conversation with the people of Perth about where to take your next holiday, take the family for dinner or what show to catch on the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Talking Tech with Trevor Long: Court rules against Optus

March 14, 2023 07:03 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MB

Tech Guru Trevor Long joins Jo McManus every Tuesday to talk the latest in technology and answer questions. Today he spoke about: NEW iPHONE announced - but, it's not really that new Worried about blackouts?  Going camping?  NRGVault portable power launches at Harvey Norman Court rules against Optus – stop using Boost name in marketing for living network products See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFL criticised for not protecting players from long-term concussion damage

March 14, 2023 06:34 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MB

The AFL has announced it wants to lead the sporting industry in concussion management as the league faces a landmark class action seeking compensation for the damage allegedly suffered from concussion by AFL players. Margalit Injury Lawyers managing principal Michel Margalit told Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons the AFL needs to do more to protect players. Concussion Legacy Foundation Australia director and concussion researcher Dr Alan Pearce believe players need more than 12 days off before ...

History with Richard Offen: The Albany Bell Castle

March 14, 2023 05:04 - 17 minutes - 15.7 MB

Richard Offen is a historian, lecturer, broadcaster and joins Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons on Tuesday's at 12:30pm. Every fortnight Offen answers listener's questions about anything to do with history and recalls back in time. This week he spoke about: Peter Albany Bell and the Albany Bell Castle See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'Too dangerous': Residents hit back at development plans for Perth Hills

March 14, 2023 04:58 - 7 minutes - 6.73 MB

Perth Hills residents are concerned Satterley’s long-awaited ‘amended North Stoneville plan’ will put the community’s bushfire evacuation plan at risk,  The plan which will urbanise 535 hectares of Perth’s Hills and add an additional 8,000 cars to local traffic will put pressure on the fire escape plans and risk the lives of locals in the extreme bushfire-prone area. Save Perth Hills, deputy chair Deborah Bishop told Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons the plan puts residents at risk. See omnyst...

Afternoons with Jo McManus - Full Show 13th March 2023

March 13, 2023 07:42 - 1 hour - 95 MB

Afternoons with Jo McManus - Full Show 13th March 2023 Jo will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner. It’s a conversation with the people of Perth about where to take your next holiday, take the family for dinner or what show to catch on the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Property with Trent Fleskens: Are changes to AirBnB on it's way?

March 13, 2023 07:12 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MB

Perth property expert Trent Fleskens joins Jo McManus every Monday at 1.30pm. Trent is the Managing Director of Strategic Property Group and host of the Perth Property Show. This week Trent spoke about: Mark McGowan flags more AirBnB regulations See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Perth plagued by crime wave as cost of living pressures push people to the edge

March 13, 2023 05:29 - 8 minutes - 7.43 MB

Myer is the latest retailer to call out a dramatic increase in shoplifting which the company say is at a historic high. Like many others in the retail sector, Myer has been forced to invest in security and technology to prevent the loss of products. Australian Retailers Association chief industry affairs officer Fleur Brown told Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons businesses should invest in quality CCTV equipment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Queen of Clean Shannon Lush: Removing super glue and fixing carpet stains

March 13, 2023 05:25 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MB

The Queen of Clean, Lady of Stain and Domestic Fixer of Things Shannon Lush chats to Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons every fortnight from 12:30pm. This week Shannon took your calls on: removing glue off the side of a caravan, crayons on blinds, towels dropping fluff. Tap PLAY to listen back to listener's questions and for all your cleaning tips. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The number of bulk billing clinics in Perth drop by 19 per cent

March 13, 2023 04:38 - 4 minutes - 4.12 MB

It is getting increasingly harder for Perth residents to find bulk billing GPs with patients being slugged over $42 for a 15-minute appointment at some clinics. Since 2018 there has been a 19 per cent decrease in the number of bulk billing clinics in Perth and a 6.3 per cent increase in the price of consultations at private clinics. Cleanbill founder James Gillespie told Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons it is not as simple as increasing the medicare rebate. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

Afternoons with Jo McManus - Full Show 10th March 2023

March 10, 2023 07:45 - 1 hour - 100 MB

Afternoons with Jo McManus - Full Show 10th March 2023 Jo will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner. It’s a conversation with the people of Perth about where to take your next holiday, take the family for dinner or what show to catch on the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TV Streaming with Andrew Williams: True Lies (Disney+) and Liaison (Apple TV)

March 10, 2023 06:48 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MB

The King of TV Streaming, Andrew Williams speaks to Jo McManus every Friday afternoon from 2pm about the latest in television and streaming. He has recommendations and previews of what's to come on all things from Netflix to Stan. This week the King's review was: True Lies (Disney+) and Liaison (Apple TV) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Calls for school ovals to be opened to sporting clubs amidst shortage of facilities

March 10, 2023 05:15 - 7 minutes - 6.82 MB

There are concerns school ovals around Perth aren’t being used, despite a critical shortage of football grounds for female games. WA Football Commission board member Amber Banfield told Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons clubs are turning away female players due to a lack of facilities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Toodyay man facing jail and a $20k fine for renovating his property

March 10, 2023 04:55 - 9 minutes - 8.94 MB

Toodyay resident Tony Maddox is facing nine months in jail and a $20,000 fine after a neighbour complained about a creek crossing on his Toodyay property. Mr Maddox allegedly breached the state's Aboriginal Heritage Act by fixing the bridge, despite it being part of his property. He told Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons the bridge was already there before he bought the property, he simply 'beautified it'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons with Jo McManus - Full Show 9th March 2023

March 09, 2023 07:29 - 1 hour - 101 MB

Afternoons with Jo McManus - Full Show 9th March 2023 Jo will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner. It’s a conversation with the people of Perth about where to take your next holiday, take the family for dinner or what show to catch on the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.