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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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Government's dramatic changes to see migration numbers halved

December 11, 2023 04:34 - 9 minutes - 8.62 MB

Australia's net migration is set to be halved within the next two years in a dramatic move.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons - Full Show - December 8th 2023

December 08, 2023 07:06 - 1 hour - 98.9 MB

Afternoons with Russell Collett for Julie-Anne Sprague - Full Show - December 8th 2023 Jules 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.

Tiny houses take step forward to helping housing market

December 08, 2023 06:53 - 9 minutes - 8.55 MB

Tiny houses are emerging as a possible solution to Australia's housing crisis and stunning Esperance, located eight hours east of Perth, has become the first council nationwide to recognise tiny houses as permanent dwellings. Esperance Shire President Ron Chambers told Russell Collett on 6PR Afternoons the decision of recognition of the portable dwellings as permanent is an important step. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Re-gifting is on the rise in Australia

December 08, 2023 05:41 - 9 minutes - 8.45 MB

Gift giving can be difficult at the best of times and as we dive towards the festive season there are many Australians searching for the perfect gift, but more recently those gifts are finding a different home.  A New report has emerged showing one in five Australians will comfortably re-gift presents this Christmas while the average Aussie will spend $715 this christmas.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Trail App to end them all

December 07, 2023 07:12 - 8 minutes - 7.44 MB

Boosting a community of around 60,000 million users, trail App AllTrails has claimed the title of app of the year. Longtime user of AllTrails, ECU’s Professor of Exercise Medicine Rob Newton told Julie-Anne Sprague 6PR Afternoons the app popularity has taken off in.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - December 7th 2023

December 07, 2023 07:07 - 1 hour - 91.7 MB

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - December 7th 2023 Jules 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.

“My Life Is A Symphony”, Ceberano releases her 30th Album

December 07, 2023 06:13 - 7 minutes - 6.97 MB

A thriving career that's spanned 40-years, now Kate Ceberano has just released her 30th album “My Life Is A Symphony”, a unique musical collaboration that combines musical theatre, opera and pop music. Perform at the Perth Concert Hall this Saturday, the veteran musician told Julie-Anne Sprague on 6PR Afternoons it’s exciting to be touring, noting a “changing of the guard” for Australian music.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grease makes its way to Perth!

December 06, 2023 07:16 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MB

Perth music lovers will need to be fast as tickets to Grease the musical are on sale! The revamped production will be featuring Maria Hines who will star as “Teen Angel”, the international star Hines told Julie-Anne Sprague on 6PR Afternoons she may not be the lead but is thrilled to be a part of a famous production.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - December 6th 2023

December 06, 2023 07:08 - 1 hour - 93.5 MB

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - December 6th 2023 Jules 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.

Calls for calm: workers report a spike of customer abuse towards retail and fast food staff

December 06, 2023 05:26 - 8 minutes - 7.9 MB

As the silly season fast approaches, there are growing concerns for fast food and retail store employees as staff are reporting a spike of customer abuse. WA Secretary of the Shopping, Distributive Allied Employees' Association Union Ben Harris told Julie-Anne Sprague on 6PR Afternoons there needs to be more done to protect frontline workers.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - December 5th 2023

December 05, 2023 07:03 - 1 hour - 94.8 MB

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - December 5th 2023 Jules 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.

Drivers encouraged to check their car before hitting the road this summer

December 05, 2023 05:53 - 8 minutes - 7.69 MB

Despite forecasts of a hot summer many Australians are still expected to hit the road for this upcoming holiday season.  RAC Manager of Vehicles and Fuels Alex Forrest told Julie-Anne Sprague on 6PR Afternoons drivers to check their car before they start packing, especially soaring temperatures. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Curtin University hoping one-year course will combat teacher shortage

December 04, 2023 07:22 - 10 minutes - 9.7 MB

Curtin University has reinstated a one-year graduate diploma of teaching, in a bid to fast track students into the workforce.  Head of Curtin University’s School of Education Professor Jeff Brooks told Julie-Anne Sprague on 6PR Afternoons it’s a course that caters for a wide range of people.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - December 4th 2023

December 04, 2023 07:10 - 1 hour - 93.5 MB

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - December 4th 2023 Jules 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.

Yabbie sales surge

December 04, 2023 06:31 - 9 minutes - 8.5 MB

WA Yabbie Farmers are riding a wave of new business as the humble yabbie is proving to be  a popular seafood option this Christmas.  Owner of Cambinata Yabbies and third-generation yabbie farmer Mary Nenke told Julie-Anne Sprague on 6PR Afternoons the demand for yabbies is on the rise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - December 1st 2023

December 01, 2023 07:32 - 1 hour - 92.3 MB

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - December 1st 2023 Jules 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.

'People would cry and want to hug me in the supermarket': Perth's Zoe Ventoura on Backstories

December 01, 2023 06:43 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MB

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Electricians reveal their top Christmas light safety tips

December 01, 2023 04:57 - 10 minutes - 9.31 MB

Hoping to avoid a similar situation? Master Electrician's Chris Lemann runs Julia-anne Sprague through the do's and don'ts with Christmas lights for the Silly Season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 30th 2023

November 30, 2023 07:55 - 1 hour - 90.4 MB

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 30th 2023 Jules 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.

What should I give my child's teacher at the end of the year?

November 30, 2023 07:15 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MB

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Biologist explains the unusual number of flies around

November 30, 2023 06:56 - 9 minutes - 8.82 MB

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Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 29th 2023

November 29, 2023 07:52 - 1 hour - 91.2 MB

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 29th 2023 Jules 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.

No safe disposal for fire-prone vape batteries

November 29, 2023 06:40 - 6 minutes - 5.97 MB

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'Drip feeding liberty' Pollies kick off again on extended trading hours

November 29, 2023 05:45 - 8 minutes - 8.02 MB

Mining and Pastoral Region MP Wilson Tucker is calling on Premier Roger Cook to allow a conscience vote on his private member’s bill to deregulate retail trading hours. Claims the State Government is ‘drip-feeding liberty to Western Australians’ by extending trading hours solely for the festive season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 28 2023

November 28, 2023 08:35 - 1 hour - 93.7 MB

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 28 2023 Jules 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.

Shark Bay researchers stumble across spectacular 'carpet' of crabs

November 28, 2023 07:55 - 6 minutes - 5.92 MB

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Mental health decline more common in 90s than 80s babies, report finds

November 28, 2023 07:11 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MB

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Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 27th 2023

November 27, 2023 07:21 - 1 hour - 92.2 MB

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 27th 2023 Jules 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.

Why can red wine can give you headaches?

November 27, 2023 06:46 - 7 minutes - 7.2 MB

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Sea change: Aussies flock to Bali as housing crush scares off potential buyers

November 27, 2023 06:05 - 8 minutes - 7.77 MB

While taking time in Bali to recharge and avoid the never-ending struggle of trying to find a suitable home for her and her son, business owner Gabby Del Pio had a sudden realisation: why even go back? She is one of many deciding to give up on the rat race, and instead make a life for her family somewhere much easier on the hip pocket. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 24th 2023

November 24, 2023 08:04 - 1 hour - 95.7 MB

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 24th 2023 Jules 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.

UK Stunt driver would balance a lawnmower on two wheels at age seven!

November 24, 2023 06:15 - 7 minutes - 7.33 MB

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Backstories: How Tom Penglis' mistake led him to make significant change

November 24, 2023 05:59 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MB

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Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 23rd 2023

November 23, 2023 07:24 - 1 hour - 100 MB

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 23rd 2023 Jules 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.

Astronomer explains bright green meteor that lit up WA sky

November 23, 2023 06:05 - 6 minutes - 6.34 MB

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Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 22nd 2023

November 22, 2023 08:53 - 1 hour - 98.9 MB

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 22nd 2023 Jules 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.

Scientists give red blood cell world's smallest moustache!

November 22, 2023 07:31 - 4 minutes - 4.11 MB

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One third of Aussie companies intend to make pre-Xmas redundancies

November 22, 2023 06:01 - 7 minutes - 6.82 MB

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Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 21st 2023

November 21, 2023 07:34 - 1 hour - 90.7 MB

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 21st 2023 Jules 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.

Bunbury boom: The eye-watering growth behind WA's regional properties

November 21, 2023 07:28 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MB

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Labor's electric vehicle policy on shaky ground amid cost-of-living crisis

November 21, 2023 06:14 - 9 minutes - 8.71 MB

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Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 20th 2023

November 20, 2023 08:05 - 1 hour - 95.3 MB

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 20th 2023 Jules 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.

How this unique WA octopus could be the next big thing for Aussie fisheries

November 20, 2023 06:56 - 10 minutes - 9.5 MB

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Court case threatens family homes with mammoth tax

November 20, 2023 06:13 - 7 minutes - 7.27 MB

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Where the money raised for the Harry Perkins Institute goes

November 17, 2023 07:17 - 8 minutes - 8.03 MB

Professor Peter Leedeman is a cancer researcher and founded a cutting-edge research centre giving Perth cancer patients first access to the world’s most advanced medicines to cure the disease. Jules’ mum was on a cancer trial at Linear, an organisation founded by Peter Leedman.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 17th 2023

November 17, 2023 07:04 - 1 hour - 91.7 MB

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 17th 2023 Jules 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.

City of Swan proposes dog ban at local parks

November 17, 2023 06:13 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MB

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Masks back in high-risk hospital settings

November 17, 2023 06:06 - 22 seconds - 390 KB

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Why a mysterious astronomical event has been nicknamed the 'Tasmanian Devil'

November 17, 2023 05:44 - 7 minutes - 7.01 MB

Astronomers have been left by a mysterious event in the distant universe which has been observed to repeatedly explode and is putting out more energy than hundreds of  billions of suns, and has been nicknamed the "Tasmanian Devil". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Perth mum creates #1 best-selling US hot sauce - and Jules gives it a try!

November 16, 2023 08:56 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MB

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