The Education Minister says a shakeup of university fees will allow an additional 100,000 places to be created in the next ten years. Law, Commerce and Arts degrees will be more expensive under the policy, while costs for health, teaching and science degrees will go down. The Government hopes it pushes students into degrees with […]
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If it’s happening in Perth, Gareth Parker has it covered. With all the latest breaking news, best interviews, analysis and opinion, the Morning Program has Perth talking. Gareth is one of WA’s leading journalists, news breakers, commentators and columnists. After 13 years at The West Australian newspaper, the past seven covering WA politics, Gareth brings his razor sharp analysis to 6PR, using his contacts to break news and score the big interviews on all the important issues that matter to the people of Perth. Fearless and fair, Gareth takes on the big talking points to inform and entertain.
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Government & business urged to boost online security after ‘large-scale cyber attack’
The country’s former National Cyber Security Advisor says he won’t speculate as to the identity of the foreign power believed to be behind a large-scale cyber attack. They’ve attempted to steal data from political parties, government departments, and a number of private businesses. The Prime Minister detailed the attack to the nation this morning but […]
Gary Adshead / 12:41 /
19/06/2020
WA’s jobless rate now highest in the country after jumping to 8.1%
The national unemployment rate has risen significantly – to seven-point-one percent. Figures from the Bureau of Statistics show more than 227,000 jobs were lost last month alone. WA’s unemployment rate also rose sharply – up two percent to 8.1 percent – the highest rate in the country. Gary Adshead on Mornings says it’s time to […]
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18/06/2020
‘Mixed messages’ blamed for Perth’s slow to return to public transport
Mixed messages from the eastern states is being blamed on a slow uptake of Perth’s public transport, post-COVID. Transport Minister Rita Saffioti says used dropped down to 12 percent as many people worked from home during the height of the crisis – and while many have now headed back to the office, capacity is still […]
Gary Adshead / 05:39 /
18/06/2020
Education expert says we should open the doors to international students
An education expert warns Australian students also stand to be impacted by the ongoing decision to keep international students out of the country. Our borders remain closed for all international visitors including students. Recent modelling suggests the university sector stands to lose $16 billion in revenue between now and 2023. Expert Adam Voigt told Gary […]
Gary Adshead / 09:20 /
18/06/2020
The Education Minister says a shakeup of university fees will allow an additional 100,000 places to be created in the next ten years. Law, Commerce and Arts degrees will be more expensive under the policy, while costs for health, teaching and science degrees will go down. The Government hopes it pushes students into degrees with […]
Gary Adshead
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19/06/2020
Government & business urged to boost online security after ‘large-scale cyber attack’
The country’s former National Cyber Security Advisor says he won’t speculate as to the identity of the foreign power believed to be behind a large-scale cyber attack. They’ve attempted to steal data from political parties, government departments, and a number of private businesses. The Prime Minister detailed the attack to the nation this morning but […]
Gary Adshead
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19/06/2020
‘Mixed messages’ blamed for Perth’s slow to return to public transport
Mixed messages from the eastern states is being blamed on a slow uptake of Perth’s public transport, post-COVID. Transport Minister Rita Saffioti says used dropped down to 12 percent as many people worked from home during the height of the crisis – and while many have now headed back to the office, capacity is still […]
Gary Adshead
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18/06/2020
Education expert says we should open the doors to international students
An education expert warns Australian students also stand to be impacted by the ongoing decision to keep international students out of the country. Our borders remain closed for all international visitors including students. Recent modelling suggests the university sector stands to lose $16 billion in revenue between now and 2023. Expert Adam Voigt told Gary […]
Gary Adshead
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18/06/2020
Wheel clamping ban a step closer in WA
A ban on wheel clamping in WA will be one step closer with it the proposed laws being introduced to Parliament today. The legislation was created in a response to a number of high profile cases where wheel clamps were improperly used or in a predatory manner. Transport Minister Rita Saffioti told Gary Adshead on […]
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17/06/2020
This year on Mornings with Gareth Parker, we want to recognise the Random Acts of Kindness being performed everyday in our communities. We are asking listeners to get in touch and let us know when they witness a random act of kindness. Thanks to WA Assett – the Bathroom Renovators, each month we will pick […]
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15/04/2019
We have our first winner!
This year on Mornings with Gareth Parker, we want to recognise the Random Acts of Kindness being performed everyday in our communities. We are asking listeners to get in touch and let us know when they witness a random act of kindness. Thanks to WA Assett – the Bathroom Renovators, each month we will pick […]
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08/03/2019
Random Acts of Kindness
This year on Mornings with Gareth Parker, we want to recognise the Random Acts of Kindness being performed everyday in our communities. We are asking listeners to get in touch and let us know when they witness a random act of kindness. Thanks to WA Assett – the Bathroom Renovators, each month we will pick […]
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04/02/2019
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