There are concerns about the number of young people vaping, with West Australian public schools issuing 3732 suspensions for vaping last year.

Experts are concerned about the availability and the lack of regulation around the vape's contents.

Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital respiratory physician Dr John Blakey told 6PR Afternoons vaping is a “very concerning” trend.

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Afternoons with Ian Blackley for Jo McManus - Full Show 5th 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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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: 

The war on cash could put vulnerable at risk

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Donald Trump has made a historic speech at the Mar-a-Lago defending his not-guilty plea to 34 charges.

The speech was used to build support for his cause, but he is not expected to face court until December. 

Managing Director of Global Directions Think Tank Dr Keith Suter told 6PR Afternoons Mr Trump was very "subdued" in his speech.

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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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A Perth mum has been forced to pay $35,000 for cancelling her contract with BGC despite work not even being started on the site.

BGC customer Heather Duncan told 6PR Afternoons the company charged her 50 per cent more than agreed upon for site works.

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Afternoons with Ian Blackley for Jo McManus - Full Show 4th 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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Tech Guru Trevor Long joins Jo McManus every Tuesday to talk the latest in technology and answer questions.

Today he spoke about:

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Former 6PR News Director Lisa Barnes joins Jo once a fortnight with Barnsy From the Burbs.

Lisa helps us all take on the not so serious challenges of day to day life.

Today she joined Ian Blackley (filling in for Jo McManus) and the two spoke about: 

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Perth’s rental crisis continues to bite with some international students forced to live in homeless shelters while waiting for accommodation.

Study Perth CEO Derryn Belford told 6PR Afternoons she is not surprised.

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