NEWSWAVE
Weekly highlights of news, information and events from across St Austell and the surrounding areas. Brought to you by CHAOS Radio.
NEWSWAVE - Support Where It Counts
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, ahead of World Mental Health Day, we hear one counsellorâs personal journey with therapy, the lessons sheâs learned, and some simple tips to help us all look after our mental wellbeing.
Weâll also discover the secret behind the success of a Cornish sports academy that's celebrating 12 years of inspiring hundreds of people every week, and hear how 11 years of UK business data has been transformed into a unique...
NEWSWAVE - Peaks, Pints and People Power
Whatâs making the news in St Austell this week?
Join reporter Tom Howe for the latest NEWSWAVE, featuring:
A Cornish kidney transplant recipient taking on 'Three and a Half Peaks' alongside the man who donated him a kidney.
The return of the The West Country Women Awards and how they're empowering women far beyond awards night.
Plans for a new programme of community activities at St Austell Market House from the team behind Jake's Bakes.
People, Planet and Pint...
NEWSWAVE - Change, Challenge and Community
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, Alice from Redruth, who is supporting the âCall for Changeâ campaign and sharing her experience of menopause following cancer treatment.
Cllr Ethan Stephens, Mayor of St Austell, talks about the townâs first âMeet the Mayorâ event and how residents can help shape local priorities.
Karen Burdon from Cornwall Council explains how residents can borrow blood pressure monitors free of charge from local libr...
NEWSWAVE - Making A Difference
Join our reporter Lauren Marples for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas.
In the latest episode, former emergency medical technician Rose and Healthy Living Coordinator Melissa Wilkes join us to preview Roseâs remarkable 100-mile challenge around Par Track.
David Delara, Manager of St Austell Community Kitchen, discusses the impact of severe leaks that have forced the charity to temporarily close their doors.
Former professional rugby player Jack Andrew joins us to talk about Scrum to 40K, a 40-kilometre Roseland Peninsula challenge that he an...
NEWSWAVE - St Austell Community Fire Station Open Day
This week on NEWSWAVE, we're taking a look back at our best bits from the St Austell Community Fire Station Open Day last week!Â
If you live or work in the St Austell area and have a news story for us, contact news@chaos.radio.Â
NEWSWAVE - Meet the Mayor
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 hear from St Austellâs Mayor, Councillor Ethan Stephens, who joins us to discuss some of the latest issues affecting the town.
We welcome Sophie Alway, CEO of Georgia's Voice, to learn more about the charity's latest ambitious fundraising challenges.
Dave Harland, CEO of the Lost Gardens of Heligan, comes into the studio to reflect on a record-breaking summer season and re...
NEWSWAVE - Popstars, Puppies and Pitches
Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas.Â
In the latest episode, we hear from Atomic Kitten star Natasha Hamilton, who discusses her new EP Extraction, her independent label Morpho Records, and her journey as a solo artist.Â
We welcome Leanne Bawden from the RSPCAâs Cornwall Branch, which is appealing for ÂŁ2,000 to help fund treatment for Peanut, a four-month-old puppy recovering from severe mange.Â
Programme Officer Jonah Corren stops by to explore how the
NEWSWAVE - Do You Have 2 Minutes?
Join our reporter Bryna Jordan for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas.
In the latest episode, we hear from Devon and Cornwall Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez, who explains why sheâs urging the Government to keep Devon and Cornwall Police independent.
We welcome Chris Hatton from Bodmin Railway, who tells us more about their exciting summer plans and whatâs on offer for the rest of the year.
Blaise Hinshelwood, Fundraising and Partnerships Officer at YMCA Cornwall, joins us to discuss an exci...
NEWSWAVE - Boardmasters 2026
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 bring you voices from across the Boardmasters 2026, from emerging musicians and independent creatives to community leaders helping make one of Cornwall's biggest events possible.Â
We'll hear from performers stepping onto major stages, people championing grassroots media, and those working behind the scenes to keep festivalgoers safe.
Guests include The Wandering Chapter, Whisper Magazine, COSM, Essy Sparrow, Lucy Spraggan, Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez, Ashley Harding, Candar a...
NEWSWAVE - Projects & Possibilities
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 visit the team behind the new St Austell Community Land Trust, a community-led housing project designed to transform empty buildings into affordable homes for local people.
We welcome back Leanne Bawden from RSPCA Cornwall, who joins us to celebrate the charity's 30th anniversary and discuss plans to refurbish its ageing kennel facilities.
Amanda Fidelis from NHS Cornwall and Isles of Scilly...
NEWSWAVE - Boardmasters 2025
Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas.Â
In the latest episode, we take you on the road with CHAOS and turn up the vibes ready for the return of Cornwall's biggest festival: Boardmasters.Â
Come with us as we journey back to last yearâs events, bringing you interviews with the people who made it happen, the community groups on show, and the artists delivering the energy.Â
If you live or work in the St Austell area and have a news...
NEWSWAVE - The Butterfly Effect
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, George Elworthy from Cornwall Hospice joins us to discuss the charityâs new Fit for Future project - a long-term investment to ensure hospice care in Cornwall can continue meeting needs of patients and families for years to come.
We check back in with local author Paula Rooney to get inside her latest travel book, inspired by a five-week solo journey across Morocco, and her passion fo...
NEWSWAVE - Ride for Precious Lives
Weâre doing things a little bit differently on this week's episode of NEWSWAVE as we look back at last weekâs epic Tom-A-Thon, when Tom Howe - CHAOS Radio's assistant editor - cycled over 200 miles in aid of Childrenâs Hospice South West.
Ride for Precious Lives is the charityâs annual sponsored cycle, covering challenging but breath taking scenery to raise money for and awareness of short and precious lives.Â
Come with us then as CHAOS hits the road between their three remarkable hospice sites - Charlton Farm in North...
NEWSWAVE - Helping Hands
Join our reporter Maddie James for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas.
In the latest episode, we join Public Health Practitioner Gareth Walsh to detail a quick, free health check that could save your life and encourages more people to check their blood pressure.
Sue Sayer, founder of the Seal Research Trust, explains how a growing UK-wide campaign is calling for a ban on plastic flying rings amid concerns about the harm they cause to seals...
NEWSWAVE - Bringing Colour to Cornwall
Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas.Â
In the latest episode, we join participants, volunteers and organisers at Rainbow Run Cornwall, as things got colourful at this yearâs record-breaking Chidrenâs Hospice South West fundraiser at RAF St Mawgan.Â
We hear from Cornwall Councillor Jack Yelland about the major building safety works that got underway on Trinity Street this week and what they mean for St Austell town centre.Â
Local author...
NEWSWAVE - Turning a Corner
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 Dr Beth Smout from the UK Health Security Agency to learn how a new vaccination programme is being rolled out across the South West, designed to protect Year 13 students and young people heading to university.
Weâll look into new figures that show drivers in Devon and Cornwall are hitting speeds of up to 116mph in 30 zones, with motoring journalist Steve Fowler.
Ri...
NEWSWAVE - Royal Cornwall Show
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, Steve Hood joins us on behalf of Proud to Care to discuss the launch of nominations for the 2026 Proud to Care Awards, in celebration of Cornwallâs care heroes.
Nikita Thakra, a speaker TEDxTruro 2026, previews her talk, Dance with Your Dharma, and how creativity and mindfulness can help people find clarity in a busy world.
Keren and Hayley, part of the organising team behind th...
NEWSWAVE - We Are One
NEWSWAVE: Cornwall Stories, Community Voices & Local Highlights
Join presenter Meah Howlett for the latest edition of NEWSWAVE, bringing you a vibrant mix of local stories, community voices, and inspiring conversations from across Cornwall.
In this episode, we head to Redruth Rugby Club for the first-ever We Are One Rugby 7s tournament, where sport meets mental health awareness. Hear from organisers, volunteers, and the charity Man Down about the power of community and conversation.
We also go behind the scenes of Bonnie & Clive, an award-winning independent road-trip film celebrating Cornwallâs landscapes, wi...
NEWSWAVE - Racing for a Reason
Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas.Â
In the latest episode, weâre joined by Marc from The Brend Collection to talk about their charity coast path challenge between The Carlyon Bay Hotel and the Royal Duchy Hotel in support of Childrenâs Hospice South West.Â
We take a trip to Truro Cathedral to meet Cathy Davies and learn about an exhibition showcasing artwork by young artists, all inspired by Cornwallâs natural beauty.Â
We visit a C...
NEWSWAVE - Running for Good
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 are joined by Kiley Pearce, Events Fundraiser at Childrenâs Hospice South West, and charity supporter Happy Days Nurseries to talk about the return of the muchâloved Rainbow Run at RAF St Mawgan this June.
Gareth and Matt from We Are One are in the studio to discuss how their organisation supports mental health through sport, including plans for an upcoming Rugby 7s to...
NEWSWAVE - Jurassic Journeys
Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas.Â
In the latest episode, things go Jurassic as weâre joined by Ranger Chris from Dinomania, who chats to Ross Lannon about bringing the UKâs most interactive dinosaur experience to life, ahead of live shows in Newquay and in Plymouth.
We also hear from Lostwithiel man Tom Miles, who, along with his twoâyearâold Labrador Luna, is walking the entire Cornish coastline to raise money and awareness for Cornwallâbased charity ...
NEWSWAVE - Jam First
Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas.Â
In the latest episode, we hear from Ellie Smith at Cornwall Hospice, who have launched a brandânew community challenge - The Great Cornish Cream Tea â bringing a world record attempt to the Royal Cornwall Showground this September.Â
We look back at the return of the hugely popular Porthleven Food Festival, celebrating Cornwallâs food and drink scene with chef patron Jude Kereama and Sharpâs Breweryâs Sam Lyne.Â
From Por...
NEWSWAVE - Curtains Up for Cornwall
Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas.Â
In the latest episode, as Legally Blonde The Musical heads to the Hall for Cornwall, one of the showâs stars, George Crawford, who plays Emmett, joins presenter Ross Lannon to talk about the brandânew production.Â
We also hear about a fun and free way to get active as Beat the Street continues across St Austell and Penzance, which are being transformed into giant, realâlife games - encouraging people o...
NEWSWAVE - From Street to Stage
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, streetâdance duo Ashley and Glen, better known as Twist and Pulse, join us to reflect on their Britainâs Got Talent journey â as well as life beyond the stage, including solo projects, DJâing, fatherhood and a new menâs mental health single.
Weâre counting down to the return of the du Maurier Fowey Literary Festival, celebrating literary talent through an exciting programme of authors, spe...
NEWSWAVE - A Weekend Like No Other
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 explore a rare and muchâloved tradition here in Cornwall with Jonathon Jones, Managing Director of Trading at Tregothnan, who joins us ahead of the estateâs globally renowned Private Garden Opening weekend.
We catch up with Kiley Pearce, Events Fundraiser at Childrenâs Hospice South West, ahead of this yearâs Rainbow Run Cornwall - the countyâs brightest family fun run, w...
NEWSWAVE - A Ringing Endorsement
Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas.Â
In the latest episode, we join Meah Howlett in St Dennis, where hundreds of people gathered for a special plaque unveiling celebrating the community effort behind the restoration of the village churchâs historic bells.
We catch up with Cornish event rider Harriet Bunney, as Bryna Jordan finds out more about her eventing journey, the grit the sport demands, and her goals for the new season.Â
As well as that, we take a tr...
NEWSWAVE - Global Flavours, Local Voices
Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas.Â
In the latest episode, we join Jake from Jakes Bakes to discuss Cornwall Dining Club, a new popâup dining initiative bringing global flavours and themed menus to St Austell.Â
We catch up with Nicola Nuttall, Director of Cornwall Climate Care, who explains why their Crowdfunder is vital to keeping free climate education running in schools across the county.Â
As well as that, we take a trip to St Au...
NEWSWAVE - Pedals & Community
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, Tom joins Bryna Jordan to talk through his upcoming Ride for Precious Lives challenge for Childrenâs Hospice South West, and why he's taking on more than 200 miles of cycling in three days.
We catch up with Cornwall Hospiceâs Community Engagement Ambassador, Elaine Dyer, about their Prom PopâUp event designed to make prom more accessible for young people in our commun...
NEWSWAVE - The Art of Movement
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 local artist Jane Southern to learn more about her exhibition - How Painting Changed My Life - and the remarkable personal journey behind her incredible works.
As St Austell and Penzance get ready to launch the brandânew physical activity game âBeat the Streetâ, we catch up with Tim Marrion from Active Cornwall to explain what itâs all about and how to join in.
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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 Show Director Mark Holman from the Cornwall Garden Society explains what visitors can expect at this yearâs âRegenerationâ-themed Spring Flower Show.
We check in with course leader Mel Clear and new graduates at Duchy College Rosewarne, to share the incredible journeys behind the latest cohort of newly qualified veterinary nurses.
As well as that, we take a trip to Caerha...
NEWSWAVE - Mining, Mind and Marathons
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 Mike Taylor, Managing Director at Cornwall Gold, to dive into the story of Tolgus Tin.
We check in with Annie Lucas, Museum Development Officer at Cornwall Council, to explore the 2026 Cornwall Heritage Awards.
As well as that, we take a trip to Chy Trevail in Bodmin to hear how Cornish businesses are supporting staff wellbeing through WorkWellâs new Employer Ch...
NEWSWAVE - Caring for Cornwall's Communities
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 we join Derek Thomas from the Central Cornwall Integrated Care Area and Neil McKay from Truroâs Integrated Neighbourhood Team to learn about the NHSâs Caring Where It Matters campaign - and the neighbourhood health and wellbeing events happening across Cornwall.
We check in with charity coâfounders Kay and Darren from Rest with Joseph and Friends to discuss their plans for a peacef...
NEWSWAVE - In Your Corner
Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas.Â
In the latest episode, we join Hannah and Becky Cheetham, the creators of Cheethams with Dreams, to learn more about their movement promoting disability awareness, LGBTQ+ rights, mental health advocacy - and their inspirational bucketâlist journey.Â
We check in with Mandy Jane from St Mawes Players, who tells us all about their unique tripleâbill pantomime production bringing a packed evening of laughs to the community.Â
As well as...
NEWSWAVE - Growing Success
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 Viki Carpenter, Founding Director of Access Cornwall CIC, to explore the brandânew Accessible Guide to Truro, which has been created to help make the city easier to navigate for everyone.
We check in with Florence and Camilla from Beyond the Buoys, the Cornish trio preparing for a major challenge later this year.
As well as that, we ta...
NEWSWAVE - Twenty Years of Courage
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 we join local illustrator and tattoo artist, Fynn, to learn more about his experience on the current series of Channel 4's Great Pottery Throwdown.
We check in with Senior ShelterBox Emergency Coordinator, Martin Strutton, to hear about the disaster relief charities recent responses in the Philippines following a series of powerful typhoons and earthquakes.
As well as that, we take a trip...
NEWSWAVE - Caring for Minds, the Environment and Each Other
Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas.Â
In the latest episode, we join Simon Verhage, founder of The Menâs Mind Cave, to discuss the supportive online space he has created for men who may appear to be coping outwardly, while feeling disconnected or under pressure inside.Â
We check in with Chris Brown, founder of No More Lids, to talk about his awardâwinning plasticâfree takeaway cup design and the mission to eliminat...
NEWSWAVE - Behind the Curtain
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 Julia-Ruth, a professionally trained dancer and star of Married at First Sight UK, who shares her journey from the West End to her latest adventure in Paris.
We check in with Cornwall-based singer-songwriter Sarah McQuaid, who joins us fresh from a two-month U.S. tour to talk about her new music and upcoming UK dates.
As well as...
NEWSWAVE - Cookbooks & Community
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 Bake Off legend Nelly Ghaffar, who returns to CHAOS Radio to discuss her brand-new cookbook, and what it was like going back to the Bake Off tent for this year's New Yearâs Day special.
We check in with Kate Neale, Trustee of Lowender, to explore why Cornwallâs vibrant communities are being invited to put forward the traditions that shape their everyday lives.
...
NEWSWAVE - New Year's Resolutions
Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas.Â
In the latest episode, we join we join Creative Music Technology student Niklas Lake, who unveils his immersive underwater thriller audiobook WAKE and shares insight into its production.Â
We check in with Behavioural Psychologist, Jo Hemmings, to explore why New Yearâs resolutions are falling out of favour and what that says about our collective habits.Â
As well as that, we take a trip into the story behind the U...
NEWSWAVE - Lighting Up Cornwall
Join our reporter Meah Howlett for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas.
In the latest episode, we join we join Caitlin Gould, co-founder of TEC Girls, who joins us to discuss their mission to inspire young girls in Technology, Engineering and Creativity, and an exciting collaboration with Digital Futures Cornwall and Penwith and Truro College.
We check in with Sarah Yeoman to explore the Christmas fundraising efforts of Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust, their recent industry awards, and five years of carrying blood...
