NEWSWAVE

Join Joe Allen (in for Tom Howe) for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas.

In the latest episode, We catch up with Rosemary Brundrett, the face behind Walking with Rose, following her incredible endurance challenge. She set out to walk 100 miles in 60 hours to raise money for two causes close to her heart. We hear how she got on, the support that carried her through, and why the challenge meant so much to her.

We’re taking a trip back to the 90s as Jon Lee of S Club fame joins us in the studio for a chat about music, memories, and what he’s up to now.

The word dominating the headlines this week has been “Budget”. But what does it actually mean for ordinary working people? Bryna Jordan sits down with Simon Lambert, one of Britain’s leading personal finance journalists, to break down the key announcements and what they could mean for your wallet.

And with Halloween just around the corner, we couldn’t let the season pass without catching up with friend of CHAOS, Laetitia Latham-Jones. We’ll be talking about Samhain, Halloween traditions, the changing of the seasons, and the final-ever Dark Gathering.

If you live or work in the St Austell area and have a news story for us, contact [email protected]. 

Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas. 

In the latest episode, EastEnders star Cheryl Fergison joins us to look back on her career, life beyond Albert Square and what she's got planned for this year's pantomime season.  

We'll hear how tabletop gaming organisation Roll The Dice has grown from a small chapel-based club into a thriving community hub. 

Plus actress Joanna Page tells us how she's planning to make the most of the extra hour when the clocks go back this weekend, and we'll discover a brand-new musical that aims to reinvent the audiobook with the help of some of the West End's biggest stars.

If you live or work in the St Austell area and have a news story for us, contact [email protected]. 

Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas. 

In the latest episode, nearly £18,000 has been handed to charities and community groups thanks to a record-breaking year for the Sticker Vintage Rally and Country Fair. We'll hear how the money is making a difference across the local area. 

We'll also head behind the scenes of The Addams Family as young performers from Barta Theatre Academy prepare to bring the musical comedy to the stage in Truro. 

Plus, former rugby professional Jack Andrew joins me to discuss a 40-kilometre challenge raising awareness of autism, we'll hear how a beloved St Austell darts venue is fighting for its future, discover what's in store at this year's Halloweden, meet the creator of a brand-new musical premiering in St Austell, and find out how care farming is helping change lives across Cornwall and Devon. 

If you live or work in the St Austell area and have a news story for us, contact [email protected]. 

Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas.

In the latest episode, ahead of World Mental Health Day, we hear one counsellor’s personal journey with therapy, the lessons she’s learned, and some simple tips to help us all look after our mental wellbeing.

We’ll also discover the secret behind the success of a Cornish sports academy that's celebrating 12 years of inspiring hundreds of people every week, and hear how 11 years of UK business data has been transformed into a unique piece of music.

As well as that, we’ll be finding out why demand for dyslexia support is growing across Cornwall, hearing about proposed changes to vocational education, and getting expert advice on choosing the right tech - without getting lost in the jargon.

If you live or work in the St Austell area and have a news story for us, contact [email protected]. 

What’s making the news in St Austell this week?

Join reporter Tom Howe for the latest NEWSWAVE, featuring:

A Cornish kidney transplant recipient taking on 'Three and a Half Peaks' alongside the man who donated him a kidney.

The return of the The West Country Women Awards and how they're empowering women far beyond awards night.

Plans for a new programme of community activities at St Austell Market House from the team behind Jake's Bakes.

People, Planet and Pint arrives in St Austell, bringing sustainability conversations to the local community.

An urgent appeal from iSightCornwall for volunteer drivers to help people living with sight loss stay connected.

If you live or work in the St Austell area and have a news story for us, contact [email protected]. 

Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas.

In the latest episode, Alice from Redruth, who is supporting the ‘Call for Change’ campaign and sharing her experience of menopause following cancer treatment.

Cllr Ethan Stephens, Mayor of St Austell, talks about the town’s first ‘Meet the Mayor’ event and how residents can help shape local priorities.

Karen Burdon from Cornwall Council explains how residents can borrow blood pressure monitors free of charge from local libraries.

Rose, a former emergency ambulance technician, takes on a 100-mile walking challenge around Par Track to raise money for the venue and the Blue Light Foundation.

Debbie Delara, owner of Daisy Dukes CIC, discusses the charity’s move to a larger premises and its ongoing support for people experiencing homelessness and hardship in St Austell.

And Katy Roberts, who cycled the entire UK coastline for Cornwall Mind and is preparing to launch a new cycling adventure in Cornwall this October. 

If you live or work in the St Austell area and have a news story for us, contact [email protected]. 

Join our reporter Lauren Marples for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas.

In the latest episode, former emergency medical technician Rose and Healthy Living Coordinator Melissa Wilkes join us to preview Rose’s remarkable 100-mile challenge around Par Track.

David Delara, Manager of St Austell Community Kitchen, discusses the impact of severe leaks that have forced the charity to temporarily close their doors.

Former professional rugby player Jack Andrew joins us to talk about Scrum to 40K, a 40-kilometre Roseland Peninsula challenge that he and his brother Paul are undertaking to raise awareness and support for autism.

We join wildlife conservationist Paul Goldstein on his own extraordinary challenge - a 1,000-mile fundraising trek for Bengal tiger conservation – and a team from Cornwall Rural Community Charity who are walking 80-miles to celebrate its 80th anniversary.

Last but by no means least, broadcaster, musician and mum Myleene Klass discusses the reality of staying connected with children after they leave home.

If you live or work in the St Austell area and have a news story for us, contact [email protected]. 

This week on NEWSWAVE, we're taking a look back at our best bits from the St Austell Community Fire Station Open Day last week! 

If you live or work in the St Austell area and have a news story for us, contact [email protected]. 

Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas.

In the latest episode, we hear from St Austell’s Mayor, Councillor Ethan Stephens, who joins us to discuss some of the latest issues affecting the town.

We welcome Sophie Alway, CEO of Georgia's Voice, to learn more about the charity's latest ambitious fundraising challenges.

Dave Harland, CEO of the Lost Gardens of Heligan, comes into the studio to reflect on a record-breaking summer season and reveal what visitors can look forward to in the coming months.

Kate Silverton - broadcaster, BACP-registered therapist and parenting author - speaks to us about new research that highlights the emotional challenges of parenthood and the growing "parenthood preparation gap".

And we catch up with Kiley Peace from Children's Hospice South West to look back on a successful summer of fundraising and to preview the charity's upcoming events and challenges.

If you live or work in the St Austell area and have a news story for us, contact [email protected]. 

Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas. 

In the latest episode, we hear from Atomic Kitten star Natasha Hamilton, who discusses her new EP Extraction, her independent label Morpho Records, and her journey as a solo artist. 

We welcome Leanne Bawden from the RSPCA’s Cornwall Branch, which is appealing for £2,000 to help fund treatment for Peanut, a four-month-old puppy recovering from severe mange. 

Programme Officer Jonah Corren stops by to explore how the Literature Works and The Literacy Consultancy are offering free professional feedback to low-income writers across the South West and helping aspiring authors develop their work. 

And we hear from Fowey Town Crier Alan Giles, who has been shortlisted to represent Cornwall at this year’s World Town Crier Tournament in Chester.

If you live or work in the St Austell area and have a news story for us, contact [email protected].