Afternoons with Jo McManus - Full Show 13th April 2023

Jo will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner

Afternoons on 6PR is a conversation with the people of Perth, keeping you across the latest news and will have you smiling from 12-3pm.

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Eagles great Glen Jakovich gives his tips every Thursday at 2pm.

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Bob Smith was one of the “plane people” diverted and then stranded in a remote town in Canada during the horrific 9/11 terrorist attacks.

The incredible actions of those who looked after the standard passengers were the inspiration behind the new musical Come From Away, showing soon at Crown Theatre.

Mr Smith told Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons the local community were incredibly generous.

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The Town of Cambridge Mayor is calling for a “hybrid” voting model in the upcoming council election.

The new model will mean people can choose to vote either via a postal ballot or in person.

Town of Cambridge Mayor Keri Shannon told Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons the new model will hopefully encourage more people to vote.

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Afternoons with Jo McManus - Full Show 12th April 2023

Jo will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner

Afternoons on 6PR is a conversation with the people of Perth, keeping you across the latest news and will have you smiling from 12-3pm.

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Fremantle’s high rents and shortage of available rooms means many students are living in suburbs far from the Port city and wear high transport costs each week to earn their degrees.

One suggestion made by the Fremantle Mayor is to have student housing at a redeveloped Fremantle Oval so students have more options to live near where they study. 

Chrissie Maus, the Fremantle Chamber of Commerce CEO says it's a great idea to bring more people into the city.

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Financial Advisor and Director of Knight Group Jason Featherby joins Jo every Wednesday at 2pm to answer your finance questions and discuss the latest issues, trends, challenges and opportunities in the industry.

Today the pair talked about: 

Who gets your super when you die?

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Director of the Western Australian Botanic Garden and former 6PR Gardening presenter Sue McDougall joins Jo every Wednesday at 1pm.

Talking gardening and inspiring gardeners of all abilities, today Sue spoke about:

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New research by the CSIRO has revealed the best way to lose weight and keep it off for good.

CSIRO Research Scientist and lead scientist on the study Dr Gilly Hendrie told Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons being accountable for your behaviour is the best way to have long-term success.

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One of the country's most beloved bands is set to perform with the Western Australia Symphony Orchestra for an “electrifying” concert called “Birdsongs”.

Birds of Tokyo lead vocalist Ian Kenny told Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons the orchestra adds a new depth to their music.

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