NEWSWAVE

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

In the latest episode, we hear from Devon and Cornwall Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez, who explains why she’s urging the Government to keep Devon and Cornwall Police independent.

We welcome Chris Hatton from Bodmin Railway, who tells us more about their exciting summer plans and what’s on offer for the rest of the year.

Blaise Hinshelwood, Fundraising and Partnerships Officer at YMCA Cornwall, joins us to discuss an exciting new Move-On Bursary designed to help residents take the next step towards independent living.

We take two minutes out with Claire Giner, Charity Manager at the 2 Minute Foundation, to talk about the simple things we can all do to look after both the planet and ourselves.

Kenny Darnell Jr, manager of Paulo’s Circus, shares how the touring spectacle is bringing magic and excitement to families across Cornwall this summer.

We also head to the Lost Gardens of Heligan to catch up with renowned naturalist and wildlife presenter Steve Backshall. He reflects on his summer adventures, discusses the new Natural History GCSE and even takes part in a game of Would You Rather.

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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 bring you voices from across the Boardmasters 2026, from emerging musicians and independent creatives to community leaders helping make one of Cornwall's biggest events possible. 

We'll hear from performers stepping onto major stages, people championing grassroots media, and those working behind the scenes to keep festivalgoers safe.

Guests include The Wandering Chapter, Whisper Magazine, COSM, Essy Sparrow, Lucy Spraggan, Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez, Ashley Harding, Candar and Newquay Town Council.

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 visit the team behind the new St Austell Community Land Trust, a community-led housing project designed to transform empty buildings into affordable homes for local people.

We welcome back Leanne Bawden from RSPCA Cornwall, who joins us to celebrate the charity's 30th anniversary and discuss plans to refurbish its ageing kennel facilities.

Amanda Fidelis from NHS Cornwall and Isles of Scilly explains how the Pharmacy First scheme can help people get quick treatment for common summer health concerns.

We take CHAOS on the road to take in all the fun of last weekend’s Sticker Vintage Rally & Country Fayre, which welcomed thousands of visitors for a weekend of classic vehicles, entertainment and fundraising.

Firefighters Matthew and Ashley from St Austell Fire Station share details of an ambitious South West Coast Path relay challenge to raise money for the Children's Cancer Unit at Treliske.

Brian Sheen from Roseland Observatory shares the best places to view the upcoming solar eclipse and how to watch it safely and, finally, Christian Valenzuela from the Filipino Cornwall Community Organisation joins us to explore a multicultural festival celebrating diverse communities while raising money for children in the Philippines.

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 take you on the road with CHAOS and turn up the vibes ready for the return of Cornwall's biggest festival: Boardmasters. 

Come with us as we journey back to last year’s events, bringing you interviews with the people who made it happen, the community groups on show, and the artists delivering the energy. 

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, George Elworthy from Cornwall Hospice joins us to discuss the charity’s new Fit for Future project - a long-term investment to ensure hospice care in Cornwall can continue meeting needs of patients and families for years to come.

We check back in with local author Paula Rooney to get inside her latest travel book, inspired by a five-week solo journey across Morocco, and her passion for travel writing.

We dive into this year’s Big Butterfly Count with Sue Allen from the Cornish Branch of Butterfly Conservation who explains the importance of butterflies and reflects on changing populations in 2026.

Jason and Gwen Bradby are back from Coeliac UK, discussing the growth of new Local Meet Ups in the St Austell area, with a second Cornish town soon to come onboard and offer support for people living gluten free.

As well as that, we’ll stop by our local Age UK St Austell Community Hub to meet two pillars of their team, Mandine King and Chris East, who detail their ongoing drive for donations and volunteers to support and expand their vital services.

And we learn how a small meditation group has grown from one man's living room into a thriving community that now meets every Monday evening at St Austell's Quaker Meeting House with organiser, Jacob Willbourne.

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

We’re doing things a little bit differently on this week's episode of NEWSWAVE as we look back at last week’s epic Tom-A-Thon, when Tom Howe - CHAOS Radio's assistant editor - cycled over 200 miles in aid of Children’s Hospice South West.

Ride for Precious Lives is the charity’s annual sponsored cycle, covering challenging but breath taking scenery to raise money for and awareness of short and precious lives. 

Come with us then as CHAOS hits the road between their three remarkable hospice sites - Charlton Farm in North Somerset, Little Bridge House near Barnstaple and Little Harbour near St Austell.

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

In the latest episode, we join Public Health Practitioner Gareth Walsh to detail a quick, free health check that could save your life and encourages more people to check their blood pressure.

Sue Sayer, founder of the Seal Research Trust, explains how a growing UK-wide campaign is calling for a ban on plastic flying rings amid concerns about the harm they cause to seals and other marine wildlife.

We dive into the wonderful world of Miracle Theatre and preview their latest imaginative productions - a retelling of the classic tale Peer Gynt - with founder Bill Scott.

Breast Cancer Now is encouraging people to break the silence around breast cancer by supporting their upcoming Afternoon Tea fundraiser. Clinical Nurse Natasha Emin Hassan tells us more…

…before we chat the Ride for Precious Lives, a three-day cycling challenge in support of Children’s Hospice South West, that CHAOS Radio’s Tom Howe is now just days away from taking on.

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 join participants, volunteers and organisers at Rainbow Run Cornwall, as things got colourful at this year’s record-breaking Chidren’s Hospice South West fundraiser at RAF St Mawgan. 

We hear from Cornwall Councillor Jack Yelland about the major building safety works that got underway on Trinity Street this week and what they mean for St Austell town centre. 

Local author Campbell Allan discusses his new book - Through Adversity to the Depths – detailing the fascinating history of RAF sub-aqua diving and the remarkable work being done to support veterans.  

And Richard Gray from A Band of Brothers Mid Cornwall explains how the organisation is supporting young men aged 18 to 25 through mentorship and community to help turn their lives around.

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 join Dr Beth Smout from the UK Health Security Agency to learn how a new vaccination programme is being rolled out across the South West, designed to protect Year 13 students and young people heading to university.

We’ll look into new figures that show drivers in Devon and Cornwall are hitting speeds of up to 116mph in 30 zones, with motoring journalist Steve Fowler.

Richard Gray from A Band of Brothers Mid Cornwall explains how the organisation is supporting young men aged 18 to 25 through mentorship and community to help turn their lives around.

Co-founder of R.A.W Falmouth (Radically Authentic Women), Dr Victoria May, shares how the new group is creating a supportive space for women and girls…

…and, with LGBTQ+ hate crime on the rise, Zelah Glasson joins us as we explore the LGBT Foundation’s ‘Hope Starts Here’ campaign.

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, Steve Hood joins us on behalf of Proud to Care to discuss the launch of nominations for the 2026 Proud to Care Awards, in celebration of Cornwall’s care heroes.

Nikita Thakra, a speaker TEDxTruro 2026, previews her talk, Dance with Your Dharma, and how creativity and mindfulness can help people find clarity in a busy world.

Keren and Hayley, part of the organising team behind the Falmouth Sea Shanty Festival, share what’s in store for this year’s event and we share the best bits from the opening day of last week’s Royal Cornwall Show with CHAOS On The Road.

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