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.

Coronavirus Watch

Monday 1st February - WA in Lockdown

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’.

Friday May 22

On today’s episode: Zero covid patients in hospital The State Government’s campaign to lure interstate FIFO workers to settle in WA permanently.

Friday May 16

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.

Friday May 8

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

Friday May 1

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.

Thursday April 23

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!

Wednesday April 22

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

Tuesday April 21

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

Monday April 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

Friday April 17

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

Thursday April 16

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.

Wednesday April 15

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

Tuesday April 14

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?

Thursday April 9

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

Wednesday April 8

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