The number of net permanent and long-term arrivals in October 2025 reached a record high, up 8% on last year. Click PLAY to hear about the report. Daniel Wild, Deputy Executive Director of the Institute of Public Affairs, explained to Perth Live host Russell Collett that migration remains one of the biggest concerns to Australians. […]

In their first active month, AI-enabled safety cameras have recorded a staggering 31,000 infringements, an average of 1,000 a day. Click PLAY to hear about the infringements. Police Minister Reece Whitby explained to Perth Today host Simon Beaumont that while the reduced numbers compared to the trial period are encouraging, far too many people are […]

Beloved Perth entertainer Tod Johnston will return to the airwaves as part of the 6PR 2026 line-up, taking the reins of a new Afternoons show, 12pm to 3pm weekdays. Hear Tod discuss his vision for the new Afternoons show. Speaking with 6PR Breakfast hosts Millsy and Karl, Tod gave listeners a taste of what to expect next […]

YIMBY’s – which stands for Yes In My Backyard – have become a movement and the group has recently formed in Perth, saying “yes” to more high-density housing in Perth’s inner suburbs instead of “no”. Subiaco-Shenton Park YIMBY founder Emily Williams spoke to 6PR Radio Perth Live presenter Russell Collett and said the group only […]

The ACCC has officially opposed insurance company IAG’s proposed acquisition of the RAC. Click PLAY to hear from the ACCC. ACCC Chair Gina Cass-Gottlieb explained to Perth Today host Simon Beaumont that the decision was driven by the potential for a large market share and the resulting lack of competition the merger would create. “The […]

Big wave chaser Chris White revealed the discovery of a secret spot off the WA coast where a super wave forms. Click PLAY to hear about the phenomenon. He explained to Perth Today host Simon Beaumont that the shallow reef and 4m swell converge, exploding into what he called a waterspout. “It’s like someone pulls […]