6PR 882 News Talk

6PR, also referred to as 882 6PR, is a commercial radio station located in Perth, Australia. The station specializes in news, talk shows, and sports content, making it the only commercial talkback radio station in Perth. It is owned by Fairfax Media, a well-known Australian media company that operates various television and radio outlets across Australia and New Zealand. 6PR began its broadcasting journey on October 14, 1931.

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Exploratory drilling begins at Burswood Racetrack as concerned residents plan peaceful gathering

1 week ago | 6pr.com.au | Simon Beaumont

Exploratory drilling has begun for the Burswood racetrack project. A ‘peaceful gathering of concerned residents’ is set to arrive at Burswood today at 11am for a photo opportunity and to discuss the developments. Save Burswood Park Alliance Co-Chair Sue Quinn joined Perth Today with Simon Beaumont to talk about the peaceful protest that will commence.
Doctors advise bulk billing may not be available at all GP clinics despite Labor's promise

1 week ago | 6pr.com.au | Simon Beaumont

Doctors are warning patients that despite the Labor Party’s election promises, bulk billing may not be available at all GP clinics. Kwinana GP and Deputy Chair of AMA WA General Practice Committee Dr Andrew Png joined Perth Today with Simon Beaumont to discuss Anthony Albanese’s bulk billing promise.
New roads need minimum three-star safety rating, according to road safety body

1 week ago | 6pr.com.au | Oliver Peterson

The peak body for road safety is calling on the Federal Government to address high road trauma rates nationwide, and implement measures including designing and managing new roads to a minimum three-star safety rating. Australasian College of Road Safety CEO Dr Ingrid Johnston spoke to 6PR Radio Perth Live presenter Oliver Peterson and said in 2024, 1300 people died on Australian roads. Click PLAY to listen to the full chat:Image: iStock.
Mother of three almost left homeless after mould issues forced her to leave rental home

1 week ago | 6pr.com.au | Oliver Peterson

With nowhere else to go, Amy and her three daughters faced the terrifying prospect of homelessness after mould made their home unlivable. Amy said cases like hers highlight systemic failures in disability housing and support services. “They saw me as a cash cow,” Amy Munro said on Perth Live. Click PLAY to listen to the full chat with Amy Munro & Nick Avery on Perth Live South West Autism Network CEO Nick Avery stepped in to advocate for Amy when no one else could.
Nationals candidate Mia Davies supports Labor’s mining policy

1 week ago | 6pr.com.au | Simon Beaumont

It’s uncommon for a politician to cross party lines, but Mia Davies did just that in supporting Labor’s new policy on critical minerals and hydrogen production tax incentives. Nationals Candidate for Bullwinkel Mia Davies joined Perth Today with Simon Beaumont to discuss her to decision to support Labor’s new policy.
Parker’s Point: The NRL boss and Roger Cook are in urgent conversations

1 week ago | 6pr.com.au | Oliver Peterson

Gareth Parker joined 6PR Perth Live presenter Oliver Peterson for Parker’s Point to discuss why a meeting has been called between Roger Cook and Peter V’landys. Gareth questions whether the Western Bears are something the WA sporting public actually wants. “I just don’t see that the appetite is there for it, as much as Roger Cook loves rugby league,” he said. Click PLAY to hear the full discussion:Image: 6PR Radio
New research indicates premium economy has become a popular way to fly

1 week ago | 6pr.com.au | Oliver Peterson

Premium economy seating has become the hottest real estate in the air with new research revealing there was an 84 per cent surge in the number of commercial aircraft offering the seating choice from 2017 to 2022. Cirium Asia Dashboard Editor Ellis Taylor spoke to 6PR Radio Perth Live presenter Oliver Peterson and said premium economy offered a number of incentives including a little bit of extra space and a comfier seat. Click PLAY to hear the full discussion:Image: iStock.
Concerns of wrongdoing grow around the disappearance of a cavoodle puppy in North Perth

1 week ago | 6pr.com.au | Simon Beaumont

North Perth residents have been desperately searching for a one-and-a-half-year-old puppy after she escaped from her home. Click PLAY to hear how you can help. Lola’s owner, Juliet Ridge-Sharpe, spoke to Perth Today host Simon Beaumont, explaining that there are fears of foul play after no sightings of the puppy in the area, along with reports of a suspicious dark SUV being seen nearby.
What a catch! A Perth driver snags a kookaburra and a mouse mid-commute

1 week ago | 6pr.com.au | Simon Beaumont

A Perth driver has had an unexpected encounter after a kookaburra flew into his moving vehicle. Click PLAY to hear the amazing tale. Adrian Wilson, a Cottesloe resident, explained to Perth Today host Simon Beaumont how, with his quick reflexes, he caught the bird – and then discovered a second critter had decided to hitch a ride. “I did notice an object in my peripheral vision with its wings spread, and like one second later it hit me in the chest,” he said. Image: Supplied
Swan Draught Pub of the Week!

1 week ago | 6pr.com.au | Oliver Peterson

This week’s Swan Draught Pub of the Week was described as a great pub, with great food and a great vibe. Click PLAY to hear the review. But as Jake Batrick explained to Perth Live host Oliver Peterson, the venue is about to get even better. “I’m reliably told that a new beer garden — potentially the best in the southern suburbs — is on its way,” he said.