The Queen of Clean, Lady of Stain and Domestic Fixer of Things Shannon Lush chats to Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons every fortnight from 12:30pm.

This week Shannon took your calls on: Cleaning filtration systems, red cordial stains, laundering linen and and the strange way to prevent mealybugs.

Tap PLAY to listen back to listener's questions and for all your cleaning tips.

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A report by the Grattan Institute has revealed more disadvantaged teenage students are slipping through the cracks of Australia’s education system than ever before.

Disadvantaged students are more than five years behind in reading requirements and four years behind in maths requirements compared to students of more affluent backgrounds.

Grattan Institute’s principal education adviser and the report’s co-author Julie Sonneman told 6PR Afternoons more support is needed for schools.

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Afternoons with Ian Blackley for Jo McManus - Full Show 27th January 2023

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

It’s a conversation with the people of Perth about where to take your next holiday, take the family for dinner or what show to catch on the weekend.

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The King of TV Streaming, Andrew Williams speaks to Jo McManus every Friday afternoon from 2pm about the latest in television and streaming. He has recommendations and previews of what's to come on all things from Netflix to Stan.

This week the King's review was: Poker Face on Stan

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Perth Paralympian Jeremy McClure is taking on the mammoth challenge of swimming from Mandurah to Cottesloe on Saturday.

The incredible Paralympian is using the swim to raise money for Guide Dogs WA.

Mr McClure told 6PR Afternoons he is doing the swim to support two causes close to his heart.

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The State Government has confirmed Transperth and Transregional passengers will be able to pay for their tickets via bank cards and mobile phones.

This comes after the Transport Workers Union called for an emergency meeting to provide safer working conditions for WA bus drivers.

TWU WA Branch Secretary Tim Dawson told 6PR Afternoons this is only one small step to protect bus drivers.

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Afternoons with Ian Blackley for Jo McManus - Full Show 26th January 2023

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

It’s a conversation with the people of Perth about where to take your next holiday, take the family for dinner or what show to catch on the weekend.

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Despite the current controversy surrounding Australia Day celebrations, the City of Perth is still putting on a fireworks display.

However, this year’s celebrations will look slightly different, with drones being incorporated into the firework display.

The display will kick off at 8:15 pm tonight.

Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas explained to 6PR Afternoons why the City of Perth is continuing with its Australia Day celebrations.

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Winner of the Member of the Order of Australia: Susan Hunt

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Child and adolescent psychologist Professor Helen Milroy has won the Order of Australia for her service to public health and the Indigenous community.

This is her second award after winning West Australian of the Year in 2021.

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