Australian bosses are increasingly less fussed about where their staff work, and when, but rather whether they have the talent for the job and their options if they don’t.

Dr Brendan Rynne, Chief Economist for KPMG Australia, said the pandemic continued to play into the hands of employees when it came to things like pay and flexibility.

"What we know is those foreign workers were really the marginal worker in Australia so we then had to rely on our own population," Dr Rynne said.

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Afternoons with Ian Blackley for Jo McManus - Full Show 4th 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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A shocking case of road rage was captured on Tonkin Highway yesterday afternoon.

The incident involved a taxi driver being thrown to the ground and punched repeatedly.

The Monash University Accident Research Centre (MUARC) has developed a program to help drivers reduce their aggressive driving.

Director of the MURAC Professor Stuart Newstead told 6PR Afternoons people should think about their aggression's consequences.

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There have been a string of drownings across the country, with experts urging people to educate themselves on water safety, particularly surrounding rips.

Surf Scientist at UNSW Professor Rob Brander shares his tips for surviving a rip.

“The best thing to do… is just to relax and float,” said Professor Brander.

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Fitzroy Crossing residents are calling for more emergency assistance

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Afternoons with Ian Blackley for Jo McManus - Full Show 3rd 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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Cricket writer and commentator Bharat Sundaresan has detailed the shocking racial abuse faced by people at Australian cricket venues.

Sundaresan told 6PR Afternoons about his experience of racism in the past and why there's no place for it in today's society.

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Despite rigorous army training and years of service, thousands of national servicemen have been denied a Veteran’s Gold Card which would cover all medical expenses.

A new campaign has been launched called Nasho Fair Go to try and get veterans access to the card.

Nasho Fair Go, WA Organiser David Butterfield told 6PR Afternoons the government is refusing to support their campaign.

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Perth property expert Ryan Thompson joined Ian Blackley filling in on Summer Afternoons. Ryan is an Auctioneer and Real Estate Business Coach.

The pair spoke about:

How to secure a rental property in this tough market 

How to get your offer accepted by an owner 

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Afternoons with Ian Blackley for Jo McManus - Full Show 2nd 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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