Episodes
The WA President of the Australian Medical Association has slammed the McGowan Government’s handling of hotel quarantine in the wake of the COVID breach that has locked down Perth, Peel and the South West for five days, saying mining companies could do a better job. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 02/01/21
Published 02/01/21
On Today's Episode WA’s hard borders stay slammed shut, prompting mining billionaire Clive Palmer to launch a High Court Challenge.   The City of Perth cancels the Australia Day fireworks. AFL footy players face a ban on ‘bonking’.
Published 05/22/20
On today’s episode: Zero covid patients in hospital The State Government’s campaign to lure interstate FIFO workers to settle in WA permanently.
Published 05/16/20
On Today's Episode: The latest numbers The roadmap to re-opening.   An AFL  club’s COVID breach.   Trump’s Valet tests positive.   Jimmy Kimmel’s tongue in cheek cruise campaign.
Published 05/08/20
On Today's Episode: The latest numbers A new testing program for students Australia could slowly come out of lockdown, but there's a catch The heart-warming gesture to a 100-year-old veteran who's raised millions for charity
Published 05/01/20
On Today's Episode: The latest numbers The sad news of another death in Australia With WA's doing so well health-wise, questions around how the economy can recover Extra relief for tenants and landlords The WA construction and building industry gets a boost The female leaders getting praised for handling COVID-19 better than their male counterparts Could COVID-19 lead to the rise of superbugs? Why good news Google searches have spiked.
Published 04/23/20
On Today's Episode: The latest numbers The sad news of three deaths in Australia Zero new cases in WA. When could we see life go back to a new normal? Roger Cook's press conference shout outs to health workers Fuel prices plunge in Perth. Why regional WA isn't seeing the same Human vaccine trials to start in the UK One of the biggest fashion labels to stay away from Paris Fashion Week A message home from US import Mason Cox And are you ready to get fit. Aerobics Oz Style is back!
Published 04/22/20
On Today's Episode: The latest numbers Relief for thousands of Australians as elective surgeries start up again Why the government is asking aged care facilities to allow people in We've been told to "stop it" by the PM again. Find out why. The world's beloved animal expert to become a geography teacher to thousands of UK students
Published 04/21/20
On Today's Episode: The latest numbers Zero new cases for WA Why you can buy as much booze as you want again Trump in a Twitter war again The standing ovation for a taxi driver
Published 04/20/20
On Today's Episode: The latest numbers WA students to go back to school for term 2 The unintended benefit of coronavirus on the impact of drugs Accusations of a healthcare worker lying to tracing officials Facebook to tell you when you read false COVID-19 information And the family-friendly social distancing activity pitched in the East Kimberley - cane toad catching
Published 04/17/20
On Today's Episode: The latest numbers Breaking news from an Australian airline More testing locations around Perth Why the WA government has stepped again in when it comes to alcohol The Go Fund Me page for Bali And the Australian talk show host's rant for the right to play golf
Published 04/16/20
On Today's Episode: The latest numbers The first person to be jailed for breaching quarantine restrictions Tenancy laws explained Why WA's economy could prop up the rest of the country A plea to keep the schools open Why obesity in pets is now a thing Do you think Mark McGowan is doing a good job? How you can show your appreciation.
Published 04/15/20
On Today's Episode: The latest numbers A new research trial using a centuries old vaccine The bid to avoid a 'double whammy' of coronavirus during flu season Despite WA looking like world leaders, restrictions will still be in place Huge unemployment rates - why it's not as bad as it seems "CODE ROCKY" The US hospital championing recovered patients
Published 04/14/20
On Today's Episode: The latest numbers A focus on mental health Looking after your mental health in isolation A new 4 on 2 off - in isolation FIFO roster, why it has people concerned Could the UFC be the only sport still being played?
Published 04/09/20
On today’s episode: The latest numbers Testing criteria expanded in WA WA police to fast-track police recruits to boost resources Why COVID-19 is led to a reduction in some crime Life imprisonment for people who deliberately infect a healthcare worker Why West Aussies are being asked to ditch Uber Eats
Published 04/08/20
On today’s episode: The latest numbers Two more deaths in WA Why people on cruise ships are getting sicker than the rest Surfers flouting regional restrictions Scomo's message to Boris Johnson
Published 04/07/20
On today’s episode: The latest numbers WA's Premier pleads for us to not go to the beach over Easter Are we doing too well? Is this the end of FIFO? Why the Irish PM is putting his life on the line
Published 04/06/20
On today’s episode: The latest numbers Another death in WA Tenant and Landlord relief Social isolation advice from a former hostage Why Mark McGowan was left in fits of laughter
Published 04/03/20
On today’s episode: The latest numbers "An island within an island" - WA to close the border New protections for frontline workers Why there will be baby-faced-looking cops around WA Free childcare for Australians
Published 04/02/20
In the ever-moving feast that is the coronavirus outbreak, Natalie Bonjolo and Ben O’Shea take you through everything West Australians need to know, cut through the jargon and make it easy to understand. On today’s episode: Is Australia flattening the curve? The latest numbers Mark McGowan's hard words for cruise ships Massive donations Concerns over increased police powers
Published 04/01/20
In the ever-moving feast that is the coronavirus outbreak, Natalie Bonjolo and Ben O’Shea take you through everything West Australians need to know, cut through the jargon and make it easy to understand. On today’s episode: The latest numbers A new health and economic package for WA Electronic trackers for those who refuse to isolate Why sometimes the internet isn't that bad - the Scomo meme gone viral
Published 03/31/20
In the ever-moving feast that is the coronavirus outbreak, Natalie Bonjolo and Ben O’Shea take you through everything West Australians need to know, cut through the jargon and make it easy to understand. On today’s episode: The latest numbers Cruise ships in WA Increased police powers Hard borders
Published 03/30/20
Jenna Clarke speaks to a communicable disease control expert for advice on how to reduce your risks of contracting Coronavirus. She’ll help bust the myths whether you’re eating out or even going on a date. How will COVID-19 impact the economy?  Jenna chats to Paul Everingham from The Chamber of Minerals and Energy about how mining companies are preparing for the worst and what FIFO workers need to know. Also, The West Australian’s Personal Finance Editor Neale Prior explains why the share...
Published 03/14/20
Join The West Live’s Jenna Clarke as she brings you the latest breaking news on COVID-19. She’ll be joined by our experienced team of journalists to discuss the issues as they come to hand. From health officials, to politicians, educators and economic analysts, we’ll break down the information in a way that’s easy to understand.
Published 03/13/20