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Following widespread telecommunications outages, a Senate committee recommended stripping Telstra of its Triple-0 management role to hand it to a new government authority, triggering strong political debate over emergency reliability. Coalition Senator Sarah Henderson joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast and opposes the overhaul, arguing that creating more bureaucracy will not fix underlying inf...

Virgin Australia has been forced to cancel 30 flights after exhausted cabin crew refused to work extra shifts on their days off. Aviation writer Robyn Ironside joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to reveal that staff morale is plummeting due to demands that crew scrub dirty planes during tight turnarounds, all while footy fans face skyrocketing $2,000 airfares for the AFL Grand Final. See omnys...

Popular car manufacturer BYD has issued a major safety recall for over 32,000 Shark 6 ute models in Australia because a faulty underbody support cable can snap and cause the spare wheel to detach while driving. Motoring expert Paul Gover joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to recommend that affected owners temporarily remove their spare tyre while waiting for dealership repairs, noting tha...

In the midst of a national housing shortage, tens of thousands of dollars in government fees and tax costs are preventing empty nesters from downsizing into smaller properties. Financial educator Zain Peart joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to warn that without significant stamp duty concessions or government incentives, large family homes will remain locked out for young buyers. See omnystud...

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In a heated exchange during parliamentary questioning, the Reserve Bank of Australia admitted it has not modelled the economic impact of reducing federal government spending. Economic futurist Evan Lucas joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to analyse the fallout, explaining that while the central bank cites a lack of resources, real fiscal reform would require tackling major budget line items l...

The newly released 2026 Intergenerational Report reveals that Australia's population is aging faster than anticipated due to a rapidly declining birth rate, threatening to place severe pressure on the federal budget. Economist Gene Tunny joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to explain that while immigration provides a partial buffer, true long-term stability requires addressing root causes like...

Former Brisbane Lions coach Leigh Matthews joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to discuss the club's fourth consecutive Grand Final appearance and their chance to build a modern AFL dynasty. He weighed in on the team's mental preparation, Chris Fagan's leadership style, and the likelihood of Lachie Neale overturning his one-match suspension at the tribunal ahead of their clash against Fremantle...

The nearly 100-year-old Coorparoo Bowls Club has been saved after being sold to the local Griffin Hospitality Group, which plans a major overhaul of the clubhouse, bar, and kitchen. New owner Will Griffin, who originally signed a petition to save the venue, joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to confirm the greens will remain untouched and operations will stay open throughout renovations schedu...

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Following S&P Global’s downgrade of Queensland's credit rating to AA, economists are urging the government to axe popular cost-of-living measures like 50-cent public transport fares and sports vouchers. With Olympic infrastructure costs soaring and investors increasingly favouring Victoria over Queensland, Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast debates whether keeping cheap fares is worth the l...

The federal government’s overhaul of the working holiday visa program will replace guaranteed second- and third-year visas with a lottery system, potentially wiping out over 10,000 backpacker jobs in Queensland alone. Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC) CEO Natasha Wheeler joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to warn this sudden reduction will devastate regional farms, hospitality,...

Brisbane Lions star Dayne Zorko joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to open up about the immense pressure and physical toll of preliminary final matches ahead of their high-stakes clash against Hawthorn. He also praised teammate Logan Morris's massive contract extension and dynamic play while keeping his focus strictly on surviving the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast addressed mounting listener frustration over rapidly rising Brisbane fuel prices, which are pushing toward $2.40/L for unleaded and past $2.90/L for diesel. Guest Rowan Lee (CEO of the Australasian Convenience and Petroleum Marketers Association) explained that international wholesale increases in Singapore drive these replacement costs, assuring listeners that whil...

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Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast and Mark 'MG' Geyer discuss the latest developments in the NRL finals, including team matchups and ticket availability for key games. They also explore the prospect of a new NRL team in Toowoomba, debating the expansion's financial backing and potential implications for the player pool. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shadow Minister for Home Affairs Senator Jonathon Duniam joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to slam the Labor government's newly released migration strategy, arguing that bringing in hundreds of thousands of immigrants without adequate housing worsens Australia's crisis.  He called for urgent red tape reduction to speed up home construction while emphasising the need to prioritise essenti...

Over 3,100 Queensland Police Service personnel have joined a class action against the QPS over the September 2021 COVID-19 vaccine mandate, which forced non-compliant staff to face unpaid suspensions or job loss. Justin Sibley, Director of Sibley Lawyers, joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to discuss the looming 4:00 PM deadline, explaining that the lawsuit seeks justice and compensation for a...

Premier David Crisafulli has announced a $32 billion tech hub in Dalby hosted by US AI company Anthropic, promising up to 1,400 permanent jobs. However, the proposal has sparked local anxiety regarding its immense demand for power, water usage, and the accommodation of 1,500 construction workers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shadow Attorney-General Meaghan Scanlon joined Jason Matthews on 4BC breakfast to discuss the state’s recent credit downgrade - the first in 17 years - blaming the government's lack of transparency around rising 2032 Olympic venue costs. Meanwhile, Jason and a caller debate whether long-term stadium infrastructure is worth the high price tag or if public funds are being severely mismanaged....

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Broncos star Ben Hunt joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast from his off-season break to discuss his recovery plans and praise teammate Xavier Willison following his Player of the Year win. He also reflects on an emotional farewell tribute at the Broncos awards night and offers his expert analysis on the upcoming NRL finals clashes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marking National Victims of Crime Day, Army veteran Chris Sanders scaled the Story Bridge to raise crucial funds for the Voice for Victims Foundation. Speaking with Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast, Sanders detailed his harrowing survival after a violent teenage gang attack left him with a collapsed lung, while calling out the frustrating legal system that repeatedly released his teenage attacker o...

After cycling from Adelaide to Toowoomba, Goondiwindi farmer Dave Batterham is completing the final leg of a 3,000km journey on foot, pushing a wheelbarrow to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital. The extreme physical challenge honours his late wife Jude, who lost her battle with neuroendocrine cancer, while raising vital funds for cancer research and hospital foundations. See omnystudio....