Perth Live with Oliver Peterson
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Perth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 19th April 2023
April 19, 2023 09:55 - 1 hour - 85 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WACA re-development program announces surprising feature
April 19, 2023 09:49 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBThe State Government has announced it will donate millions to the WACA redevelopment which will include a new primary school. However, the school will be built on the car park opposite Queens Gardens which will lead to the destruction of 900 car bays. Education minister Tony Buti the school is needed in East Perth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ATO set to crackdown on Landlords
April 19, 2023 09:07 - 6 minutes - 5.73 MBThe Australian Taxation Office has announced it will be cracking down on residential property investors, with new data showing nine in ten landlords submit incorrect tax returns. Director of tax communications at H&R Block Mark Chapman told Oliver Peterson on Perth Live the ATO will be using bank records to crack down on landlords. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Social media epidemic: How AI is putting an end social media abuse
April 19, 2023 08:33 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBDockers players are just some of the many footy players being targeted by horrific online abuse and the AFL are calling for the abuse to stop. Former Australian intelligence officer and homeland security expert Shane Britten will be speaking to players and help them cope with the online abuse. He is sharing an app which uses Artificial Intelligence to remove hateful comments. Mr Britten told Oliver Peterson on Perth Live the abuse needs to stop. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...
Perth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 18th April 2023
April 18, 2023 09:53 - 1 hour - 90.2 MBPerth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 18th April 2023 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Calls for agriculture reform after high number of workplace deaths
April 18, 2023 09:34 - 6 minutes - 5.67 MBA new WorkSafe report has found Western Australia’s agriculture sector is in need of reform due to the number of work fatalities. Over one-quarter of workplace fatalities in the past decade have been from the agriculture industry. Unions WA secretary Owen Whittle told Oliver Peterson on Perth Live there needs to be a better culture towards safety. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
$200 million worth of Medicare benefits owed to Aussies
April 18, 2023 09:02 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MBNew data has revealed there is $200 million worth of unclaimed Medicare benefits are being withheld by Services Australia. Over 900,000 people are owed money by Services Australia. Services Australia general manager Hank Jongen told Oliver Peterson on Perth Live the biggest issue is getting in contact with people. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Telethon Kids Institute and NDIA partner to fund 'groundbreaking' program
April 18, 2023 08:20 - 5 minutes - 5.41 MBThe National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is partnering with the Telethon Kids Institute to fund new research into interventions needed for kids with Autism. The pilot program will determine whether intervention in children showing early behavioural signs of autism could reduce the support needed later in life. Telethon Kids Institute spokesperson professor Andrew Whitehouse told Oliver Peterson on Perth this is “groundbreaking”. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Perth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 17th April 2023
April 17, 2023 09:56 - 1 hour - 88.2 MBPerth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 17th April 2023 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Absolute goose': Lidia Thorpe filmed harassing nightclub patrons
April 17, 2023 08:51 - 8 minutes - 7.77 MBLidia Thorpe has publically humiliated herself in front of a Melbourne nightclub after she was filmed yelling profanities at patrons. Since the incident, there have been calls for her to be removed from parliament. Sky News and The Australian journalist Jenna Clarke told Oliver Peterson on Perth Live she cannot be removed from parliament. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Calls for drug use to be decriminalised in WA
April 17, 2023 08:23 - 6 minutes - 5.8 MBFormer New Zealand prime minister Helen Clark has called for drug use to be decriminalised. Senior Lecturer of Addiction at Edith Cowan University Dr Stephen Bright told Oliver Peterson on Perth Live illicit substances should be regulated like alcohol. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why Oly believes the WA government should invest more into hosting international events
April 17, 2023 07:48 - 4 minutes - 4.12 MBWestern Australia's Optus Stadium and South Australia's Adelaide Oval are front runners to host one of the British and Irish Lions rugby tests in 2025. However, the South Australian premier has promised a $13 million grant to Rugby Australia if the match is held at Adelaide Oval. After the success of Gather Round, there are calls for WA to invest more into hosting events such as the British and Irish Lions rugby test. Oliver Peterson believes the government should invest more to bring maj...
Perth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 13th April 2023
April 13, 2023 09:53 - 1 hour - 91.8 MBPerth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 13th April 2023 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Disney 100: The Concert arrives in Perth
April 13, 2023 09:14 - 6 minutes - 5.63 MBDisney 100: The Concert arrives at the Riverside Theatre (PCEC) for three shows next Friday. Celebrating 100 years of Disney, the show features a mix of classic Disney musicals right through to modern-day hits. Disney 100 performer and producer Genevieve McCarthy told Oliver Peterson on Perth Live the concert is a multigenerational hit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Once in a decade cyclone ready to make landfall
April 13, 2023 09:01 - 2 minutes - 2.32 MBTropical Cyclone Ilsa continues to track towards Western Australia and has been upgraded to a category five system. A red alert has been issued for people between Bidyadanga and Port Hedland. A blue alert is also current for surrounding areas of the coast, which extends southeast inland almost to the Northern Territory border. 6PR and Nine News reporter Zarisha Bradley told Oliver Peterson on Perth Live the cyclone is expected to make landfall later tonight. See omnystudio.com/listener f...
Ryan Campbell shares his urgent warning for Aussie men
April 13, 2023 08:23 - 9 minutes - 8.65 MBFormer Australian cricketer, Ryan Campbell suffered a near fatal cardiac arrest while holidaying in the United Kingdom and one year on, he is urging all Aussie men to stay on top of their health. Campbell told Oliver Peterson on Perth Live it can happen to anyone. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Perth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 12th April 2023
April 12, 2023 09:55 - 1 hour - 87.5 MBPerth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 12th April 2023 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Perth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 12th April 2023
April 12, 2023 09:53 - 1 hour - 87.5 MBPerth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 12th April 2023 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Experts concerned about 'exponentially rising' number of e-scooter injuries
April 12, 2023 09:22 - 8 minutes - 8.25 MBThe National Trauma Committee at the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons is calling for the government to run an urgent review into e-scooters. The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) believe there needs to be better surveillance, infrastructure and legislation around the use of e-scooters after a rise in serious injuries. RACS National Trauma Committee chair Dr John Crozier told Oliver Peterson on Perth Live there have been “exponentially rising numbers of injured” from e-sc...
Toyota set to release their first fully electric car in Australia
April 12, 2023 07:58 - 8 minutes - 8.06 MBToyota is set to bring the company’s first fully electric car to Australia, however, the price has not been specified. National motoring editor of Drive.com.au Josh Dowling talked all things cars with Oliver Peterson on Perth Live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why Oly believes residents shouldn't be dismissed in Shalom House dispute
April 12, 2023 07:25 - 3 minutes - 2.95 MBWith the new developments around the approval of Shalom House, Oliver Peterson believes the "unregulated woman's shelter" will just "collect dust". He believes the proposed Craigie location is not suitable, suggesting the Centre for National Resilience in Bullsbrook be used which can accommodate up to 500 people. Oly said the council should be listening to local residents' concerns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Perth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 11th April 2023
April 11, 2023 09:53 - 1 hour - 86.8 MBPerth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 11th April 2023 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Angus Taylor, Shadow Treasurer - April 11th 2023
April 11, 2023 09:22 - 10 minutes - 9.9 MBAngus Taylor, Shadow Treasurer - April 11th 2023 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lauren Evans from Pragma Law - April 11th 2023
April 11, 2023 08:56 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBLauren Evans from Pragma Law - April 11th 2023 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Experts concerned over the booming popularity of online alcohol sales
April 11, 2023 08:25 - 9 minutes - 8.99 MBExperts are concerned about the ease of access people have to alcohol with online sales booming, turning every phone into a “bottle shop”. Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education CEO Caterina Giorgi told Oliver Peterson on Perth Live there needs to be more regulation of online alcohol sales. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Government criticised over location change of Perth’s new Woman and Babies Hospital
April 11, 2023 07:46 - 10 minutes - 9.66 MBThe State Government has announced the location of Perth’s new Woman and Babies Hospital will be built within the Fiona Stanley Hospital in Murdoch. The $1.8 billion facility was originally set to be built at Charlie Gardiner Hospital, a more central location Health Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson told Oliver Peterson on Perth Live building it at Charlie's would cause too many disruptions. Press PLAY below to hear what the Health Minister and AMA WA President had to say about the centre A...
Should WA drivers have to sit a test every time they renew their license?
April 11, 2023 07:19 - 6 minutes - 5.74 MBThere are calls for Western Australia to follow Queensland which is considering making drivers re-sit a rules test in order to renew their license. The government is proposing an online test on local road rules to refresh people's knowledge of the rules in a bid to make roads safer. Oliver Peterson said on Perth Live, he thinks this is a great idea. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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April 11, 2023 02:50 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Perth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 10th April 2023
April 10, 2023 10:01 - 1 hour - 63.1 MBPerth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 10th April 2023 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why WA's disability access is falling behind
April 10, 2023 09:27 - 7 minutes - 7.08 MBWestern Australia is one of the few states yet to enrol in a minimum standard for accessibility for the National Construction Code. This comes after calls for the Federal Government to fund an update of community facilities in Perth, many of which aren’t fit for the state's disabled or aging population. Independent member for Curtin Kate Chaney told Oliver Peterson on Perth Live the government needs to make community facilities more accessible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...
Two years on: How Kalbarri is rebuilding after Cyclone Seroja
April 10, 2023 08:43 - 8 minutes - 7.61 MBTwo years after Cyclone Seroja ripped through Western Australia’s Mid West, locals are still reeling from the damage. Tourist numbers have dropped, still not at pre-cyclone levels and there is still government-funded infrastructure that needs to be rebuilt. Kalbarri Visitor Centre manager Natalie Moir told Oliver Peterson on Perth Live people need to support the town. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Perth Live with Jamie Burnett - Full Show 6th April 2023
April 06, 2023 09:56 - 1 hour - 92.8 MBPerth Live with Jamie Burnett - Full Show 6th April 2023 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Carolyn's life was saves by a simple heart health check
April 06, 2023 09:43 - 3 minutes - 3.6 MBCarolyn and her brother received a heart health check and it saved their lives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Medicare set to cut vital heart health check
April 06, 2023 09:36 - 7 minutes - 7.3 MBThe number of Medicare Heart Health checks is expected to reach 500,000 since its launch in 2019, however, the service is set to be cut at the end of June. Heart Foundation’s Healthcare programs manager Natalie Raffoul told Perth Live this is the only prevention check covered by the government. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Firefighters set to gain easier access to PTSD support
April 06, 2023 08:26 - 7 minutes - 6.99 MBWestern Australian firefighters have been granted the presumption of work-related posttraumatic stress disorder in workers' compensation claims. If a formal PTSD diagnosis is made by a psychiatrist, the onus will shift to the employer or insurer to prove that the condition isn't related to work. United Professional Firefighters Union president Clem Chan told Perth Live this is a "significant" event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Wyatt leaves Liberal party no longer 'believing' in the party's direction
April 06, 2023 07:22 - 9 minutes - 9.2 MBFormer Liberal minister Ken Wyatt has quit the party over its opposition to the Voice to Parliament. He was the first Aboriginal person to serve as minister for Indigenous Australians. 6PR and Nine News reporter Zac de Silva told Perth Live the party is divided. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Perth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 5th April 2023
April 05, 2023 10:02 - 1 hour - 94 MBPerth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 5th April 2023 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Telstra customers slugged $2.20 fee for paper bill
April 05, 2023 09:36 - 6 minutes - 5.7 MBTelstra has become the latest business to charge customers in order to receive a paper bill. Customers will be slugged with a $2.20 fee on top of their normal bill if they want a paper bill. Print & Visual Communication Association Kellie Northwood told Oliver Peterson on Perth Live it has nothing to do with the environment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Paul Papalia is proud of WA's 'quality' police force
April 05, 2023 09:23 - 9 minutes - 8.63 MBPaul Papalia is proud of WA's 'quality' police force See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WA Liberal leader claims the Voice will be 'destructive'
April 05, 2023 08:23 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBThe Liberal Party has decided to oppose the Voice to Parliament but supports the voice of Indigenous Australians. Western Australian Liberal senator Michaelia Cash told Oliver Peterson on Perth Live the Prime Minister’s model is not practical. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Perth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 11th November 2022
November 11, 2022 10:05 - 1 hour - 104 MBPerth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 11th November 2022 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
North Perth petrol station proposal shut down by health report
November 11, 2022 08:47 - 6 minutes - 6.27 MBRecently the locals of North Perth launched a campaign to oppose the Town of Vincent's application to develop a new petrol station on their beloved Angove street coffee strip. Associate Professor Hessom Razavi has now compiled a health report warning of the risk of benzene to human health based on the proposed fuel station. The consultant ophthalmologist told Oly that it is too close to the social area. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Perth Live broadcasts from Northam for the 10th anniversary of Drive for MND
November 11, 2022 07:58 - 8 minutes - 8.16 MBThe fundraising is underway for this year's Drive for MND, with a double pass to the 2023 AFL Derby plus dinner with Oliver Peterson and Mark Whiteman from Ray White Real Estate up for grabs. Perth Live is broadcasting Friday's show from Northam's Duke's Inn, as part of the drive, for an evening of fundraising and entertainment with a live charity auction, silent auction and raffle on the night. Professor Merrilee Needham, a neurologist from WA Health, told Oly why the annual charity driv...
Perth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 10th November 2022
November 10, 2022 10:04 - 1 hour - 103 MBPerth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 10th November 2022 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What's happening with flight prices? Airfares soar to 'insane' prices
November 10, 2022 09:06 - 6 minutes - 6.42 MBFlight prices appear to be soaring, making domestic travel unaffordable for many. Tony Webber, Airline Intelligence CEO and former chief economist at Qantas, told Oly Peterson that several factors were in play. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fourth wave of COVID is 'the grandchild of Omicron'
November 10, 2022 08:13 - 2 minutes - 2.55 MBQueensland is in the grips of a fourth wave of COVID-19, and people are again advised to wear masks where appropriate. Professor Robert Booy from the University of Sydney told Oly Peterson on Perth Live that conditions should be able to be managed relatively quickly without the return of harsh restrictions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aussie start-up to install 1000 street-side electric-car chargers by 2025
November 10, 2022 04:57 - 6 minutes - 6.37 MBAn Australian start-up company claims it will install an additional 1000 street-side electric-car chargers across the nation by 2025, with the first examples planned for early next year. Andrew Forster, EVX CEO joined Oliver Peterson on Perth Live to explain how the technology will work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Perth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 9th November 2022
November 09, 2022 10:12 - 1 hour - 105 MBPerth Live with Oliver Peterson - Full Show 9th November 2022 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WA Film and TV studio a step closer, with location announced
November 09, 2022 08:59 - 10 minutes - 9.58 MBWA's first dedicated screen production facility is a step closer with today's announcement it will be built on a 16-hectare site within the Malaga METRONET station precinct. Film Critic and Former film editor at the West Mark Naglazas told Oly Peterson Whiteman park has been on the cards for many years. "More importantly perhaps than the studio itself or the physical space is high technology, and that's the cost," Mr Naglazas said. "So there's a lot of things involved in this." In respo...
New research suggests swearing could be good for you
November 09, 2022 07:44 - 5 minutes - 4.98 MBDoes swearing make you feel good? Psychologists have reviewed one hundred studies on the consequences of swearing and found it to be a powerful tool. From helping tolerate pain, easing stress, building connection and even being persuasive, the research strongly suggest that swearing could be good for. Chief editor of the Australian National Dictionary Centre, and author of 'Rooted, and Australian history of Bad Language' Amanda Laugesen joined Oly Peterson on Perth Live top chat about i...