4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave

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This Remembrance Day, 11 Australian families finally received the closure they waited over a century for as newly identified WWI soldiers prepared for formal military burials. Dr Aaron Pegram explained how modern science is cracking century-old cold cases and what local families can do right now to help identify their own lost ancestors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From failed rescue missions and customer puns to daily welfare checks, the saga of the feathered squatter trapped inside Coles North Lakes has finally taken a dramatic turn. Hear how retail worker Melissa Webb bonded with the bird over her lunch hours, and why the community is demanding proof of its safe release. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As supercells threaten the region with large hail and damaging winds, weather expert Gary Youngberry revealed which areas face the highest risk this afternoon. Hear the full forecast to learn how long this severe weather outbreak will last. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Raising your own kids is hard enough, but should you be expected to sacrifice your retirement to raise the next generation for free? Tune in to hear Carla and the 4BC drive jury hand down their verdict in a debate that had the entire city divided. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Queensland is staring down a 46,000-worker shortage by 2032, and AMA Queensland warned that new hospital beds are useless without the ten staff needed to run each one. Hear why doctors believe current government training promises barely scratch the surface of a worsening hospital crisis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Australia prepares to fall silent tomorrow, Carla opened up about the challenge of teaching the solemn meaning of the red poppy and sacrifice to young children without scaring them. Hear her heartfelt advice on why remembrance must be taught at home and in our classrooms before our history fades. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Test your trivia smarts against 4BC Drive with Let’s Get Quizzical! Listen in as callers tackle ten fast-paced questions and high-stakes pressure to see who will be the last caller standing to win the prize. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stop Raw Sewage Into SEQ Waterways founder Adam Bowden joins Carla on 4BC to expose the environmental crisis affecting 164 Brisbane suburbs. He breaks down the health risks of raw sewage spills and calls for urgent infrastructure upgrades across South East Queensland.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Acting Redland City Mayor Julie Talty joins Carla on 4BC to address community concerns regarding a broken memorial in Cleveland. She breaks down council's immediate restoration plans and the steps being taken to secure the historic site See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

City of Moreton Bay Mayor Peter Flannery joins Carla on 4BC for Monday Mayors to discuss local infrastructure challenges and population growth. He breaks down council priorities for roads, community services, and securing state funding for the region. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Queensland Fire Department State Fire Investigator Daren Mallouk joins 4BC to issue an urgent warning ahead of the summer fire season. He breaks down the essential steps property owners must take now to reduce fire risks and protect their families. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4BC presenter Carla Bignasca explores why transparency doesn't automatically equal trustworthiness in modern debate. She breaks down why simply making information public doesn't mean it deserves our trust, and why the two concepts don't necessarily go hand in hand. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From The Summary Podcast - Affecting roughly one in seven women and girls, endometriosis remains one of the most widespread yet historically underfunded and misunderstood medical conditions in the world. Now, Australia is taking a major step forward as the world-first Ainsworth Endometriosis Research Institute names its inaugural director to fast-track answers. On this episode of  The Summary...

Test your trivia smarts against 4BC Drive with Let’s Get Quizzical! Listen in as callers tackle ten fast-paced questions and high-stakes pressure to see who will be the last caller standing to win the prize. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Birdlife Australia Urban Birds Program Coordinator Dr Christina Zdenek explains how native birds are adapting to urban environments across Australian cities. She breaks down simple steps residents can take to transform backyards and parks into safe habitats for local wildlife. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Salvation Army has announced it will exit residential and home aged care across Australia over the next two years to refocus on homelessness and domestic violence services. Salvation Army spokesperson Steve Speziale joins Carla to discuss rising compliance costs, vetting new providers, and what the transition means for current residents and care staff. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

Griffith University criminologist and former Queensland Police detective Dr Margo van Felius joins Carla on 4BC to discuss a major study into Random Breath Testing. She breaks down how targeted RBT operations deter drink drivers and improve safety on Queensland roads. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carla discusses why so many of us feel a wave of anxiety whenever we spend money on things that bring us simple happiness? Carla breaks down the psychology behind financial guilt and explores why Australians are increasingly hesitant to invest in joy.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the Summary Podcast - After 188 years of trading, Australian department store institution David Jones has collapsed into voluntary administration, leaving thousands of workers in limbo and major brands stripping stock from store shelves ahead of the crucial Christmas rush. The sudden crisis has sent shockwaves across the retail landscape, raising urgent questions about whether traditiona...

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Shocking new figures reveal essential workers are being locked out of homes across Southern Queensland, with affordable rentals plummeting to zero on the Gold Coast. Anglicare CEO Sue Cooke joined Carla to explain why a full-time wage no longer guarantees a roof over your head and what leaders must do immediately to fix it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.