NEWSWAVE

Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas. In the latest episode, we join Zara Shoesmith out and about across Cornwall for the first part of our review of the People in Mind Mental Health Roadshow — a series of conversations that shine a light on mental health support and lived experience. We check in with Cher...

Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and the surrounding areas. In the latest episode, we take a look back on the 30th anniversary of the Cornish Mini Cub Riviera Run, which took place from the 3rd - 5th May may Pentewan Sands!   CHAOS Radio was broadcasting live at the event all weekend, providing entertainment and music, as w...

Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas. In the latest episode, we join Tony Scarratt, Publicity Officer for Mevagissey Male Choir , to learn more about the group’s 50-year legacy, upcoming performances, and how music continues to bring people together in Cornwall. We check in with the team from Pawsitive Pet...

Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas. In the latest episode, we join Lisa Telfer-Brunton, Marketing and Finance Lead at Cornwall Pride , to find out more about the events they have coming up, their community outreach and how people can get involved. We check in with Community and Fundraising Manager for th...

In the latest episode, we join Kylie Williams from our wider team here at CHAOS to learn more about Kernow Community Gateway, a brilliant free helpline helping people stay well with everything from a friendly chat to practical support.  We check in with Cornwall’s new High Sheriff, Geraint Richards, to learn more about the plans he has for his year in the role and what he hopes to achieve for the...

In the latest episode, we join St Austell based GP , Dr. Charlotte Patton, to get her expert insight into women’s health, from managing risks to maintaining balance.  We check in with Clive Gibbs from St Austell Running Club who highlights how this thriving community group supports wellbeing, beginners, and large events like the Eden Half Marathon. As well as that, we take a trip into A Band of Br...

In the latest episode, we join local man Elliott Simcox on the journey of a lifetime, in aid of Refuge & Movember UK. Elliott’s cycling around the world - from Newquay to Australia - and speaks to Tom during a stop off in Malaysia.  We check in with Tim Bunting, Chief Executive at Cornwall Air Ambulance, who joins Breakfast Show presenter Cheryl Gordon to discuss the final phase of their Heli2...

In the latest episode, we join Marcus Alleyne to hear all about Rock Choir Cornwall ’s incredible journey to New York City - from a surprise flash mob in Central Park to a stunning performance at the prestigious Carnegie Hall. We check in with Tracey Bailey , Musical Director of Acapella Sound and finalist for the Inspiring Women Network’s Inspirational Woman of the Year award, to discuss her pass...

In the latest episode, we join Sam Galsworthy as he reflects on his year as the High Sheriff of Cornwall - the King’s representative for law and order in the county - responsible for supporting the judiciary, law enforcement, and ceremonial duties. We check in with Tommy Job , founder and director of Tunes Festivals , as they prepare to bring three major festivals to the shores of St Austell this...

In the latest episode, we mark International Women’s Day with the awe-inspiring team at The Women's Centre Cornwall who, in their own words, hosted an event at IntoBodmin on March 8th to celebrate, reflect and vision a world in which women and girls are empowered to fulfil their potential free from inequality, violence and oppression. Janice Rose and Tom Howe were there and had the chance to...

In the latest episode, we join Kerra Hancock, Executive Director at Out of the Woods CIC, to highlight a new regular giving campaign launched to support children in Cornwall affected by Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). We check in with Kathryn Sainsbury-Wilkes of the Henwyn Collective, who shares details of their free photography workshops, inspired by George Ellis and Bodmin’s heritage, as w...

In the latest episode, we join Leanne Bawden, a Community and Fundraising Manager for the RSPCA and Jessica Collett, who, on the 28th March, will be taking on a Firewalk Challenge for the charity! They talk all about the challenge, and what the money raised means for the animals. We check in with Team Adventurus – a group of year 9 students from Brannel School in St Stephen, who are preparing for...

In the latest episode, we join Tom Mason, co-founder of Blue Balls Cornwall. He joins presenter Ross Lannon in the studio to discuss the success of their growing community, the benefits of cold water swimming, and the importance of men’s mental health. We check in with The Sensory Trust’s Creative Spaces project to celebrate a remarkable milestone for The Happy Wanderers dementia walking and natur...

In the latest episode, we join Mayor of St Austell Julian Young, to discuss his key priorities, including tackling anti-social behaviour, boosting town centre footfall and supporting local businesses. We check in with Andy Jackson of Biscovey FC as they prepare for a variety show and a range of football tournaments to help celebrate their new clubhouse and to raise vital funds for the club. As wel...

In the latest episode, we join TV personality Julia Bradbury - rather a familiar and friendly face to us here in Cornwall - as she lends her support to a campaign with MSD Animal Health and StreetVet designed to tackle homelessness barriers for pet owners in the region. With World Cancer Day falling on Tuesday, the 04th of February, we check in with Matthew Jeffery, a local runner on a mission to...

In the latest episode, we join Malcolm Putko, Group Operations Director at Harbour Housing, to discuss their new partnership with British dental charity Dentaid, which will launch pop-up dental appointments for residents throughout 2025 to help address the growing access issues to dental care in Cornwall. We check in Cathy Davies our Community Art Correspondent for the latest happenings from her a...

In the latest episode, we join Gary Hales & Simon Hadley of With You, a drug, alcohol, and mental health support charity tackling the issue of spiking. With nearly 7,000 reported spiking cases in 2022-23, Gary and Simon share details of their free bottle stopper campaign, designed to combat the growing issue and raise awareness around safety. We check in with Anna Sadler, Director at No One Di...

In the latest episode, we join Gitty Ankers and Janet Lockyer of Cornwall Community Flood Forum in the aftermath of recent storms Bert and Darragh, to discuss flood resilience and share powerful stories that highlight the devastation of flooding and importance of community action. We check in with Henry Meacock, chief executive of St Petrocs, to learn more about their dedication to ending homeless...

If you live or work in the St Austell area and have a news story for us, contact news@chaos.radio. 

If you live or work in the St Austell area and have a news story for us, contact news@chaos.radio. 

If you live or work in the St Austell area and have a news story for us, contact news@chaos.radio. 

In the latest episode, we join nearly 800 fun runners, each clad in Christmas style fancy dress, for a charity event with a twist, all in aid of Children’s Hospice South West and their Little Harbour venue. We check in with Tanya Williams, landlady of The Polgooth Inn since 2010, and Cornwall Chamber of Commerce CEO John Brown to get their verdict on the challenges set out by the government’s Autu...

oin our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas. In the latest episode, we join the annual Manor Close light switch-on in St Austell, which defied stormy weather to bring some festive joy and raise some vital funds for Cornwall Air Ambulance in the process. We check in with Simon Townsend, General Manager at The Eden...

In the latest episode, we join Mark Sherris, Station Manager at St Austell Community Fire Station, to hear about their current campaigns and upcoming events, as well as providing advice on how to keep yourselves and your loved ones safe and well this winter. We check in with Cornwall Banger Rally Challenge organisers Sergeant Sausage and the 118 team to hear some of the highlights from this year’s...

In the latest episode, we join hundreds of local families on The Moonlight Memory Walk at the Lost Gardens of Heligan, a truly heartfelt and inspiring evening, dedicated to remembering loved ones while supporting Children's Hospice South West. We check in with the Mayor of St Austell Julian Young, MP for Newquay and St Austell Noah Law, and Jonathan Huff, the newly appointed vicar for the par...