4BC Breakfast

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....

Queensland Minister for Youth Justice, Victim Support, and Corrective Services Laura Gerber joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to detail new parliamentary legislation to overhaul the state's parole system, keep high-risk offenders behind bars longer, and give victims a greater voice. During the interview, Gerber also addressed ongoing union strike action by youth detention workers, arguing tha...

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Following Queensland’s first credit rating downgrade in 17 years, Queensland Resources Council CEO Janette Hewson joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to call on the government to overhaul its 2022 coal royalty tax rates to attract offshore investment. She argued that lowering the current rates will restore confidence, support regional economies, and generate the critical revenue needed fo...

Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast addressed listener reactions to One Nation leader Pauline Hanson’s resurfaced podcast comments about Indigenous Australians. Indigenous leader Warren Mundine joined the discussion to express his initial shock over the statements while simultaneously defending Hanson against accusations of racism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh off winning a domestic quadruple via a dramatic 93rd-minute final, Brisbane Lions FC captain Sean Carlos joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to outline how the underdog club is preparing for their historic Australia Cup semi-final against South Melbourne. Balancing full-time trades and office jobs, the team relies on a 12-game winning streak and an unshakeable "be brave" mindset as they l...

A controversial new sports betting campaign featuring actress Sydney Sweeney has sparked outrage among elite athletes who accuse it of sexualizing women’s sports. Four-time Olympic gold medalist Cate Campbell joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to analyse whether the provocative ad undermines female athletes or simply masterfully trolls the public for maximum attention. See omnystudio.com...

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Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast described the disturbing sight of an injured koala stranded on the Gateway Motorway, prompting him to contact local rescue teams. Koala Rescue Brisbane South founder John Knight joined Jason to explain how rapid land clearing and recent weather conditions have pushed a record 100 koalas a month into urban danger zones, urging the public to report sightings and volun...

Former Queensland Premier Campbell Newman joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to criticise current Premier David Crisafulli after the state’s credit rating was downgraded due to surging public debt.  Newman warned that skyrocketing interest costs will force higher everyday taxes and urged the government to boost revenue by reversing coal royalty hikes and lifting the uranium min...

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese delivered an emotional defence of his late mother after resurfaced comments from Pauline Hanson criticised her extended tenure in public housing. Meanwhile, political editor Michael Pachi joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to discuss new poll figures showing a significant drop in public trust for the Labor government amid rising living costs and economic concern...

A South East Queensland court adjourned a police officer's domestic violence protection order update simply because the text was printed in an eight-point font to fit system limits. The Chief Magistrate's office confirmed the delay was not standard practice, raising concerns over wasted police resources and courtroom priorities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Australian Federal Police (AFP) have launched an investigation into alarming online death threats and explicit calls for the assassination of One Nation leader Pauline Hanson, which were uncovered in social media posts by individuals claiming political affiliations. Commentators and online observers have strongly condemned these violent posts as criminal and dangerous. At the same time, the AF...

Brisbane poet Rupert McCall joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to reflect on returning to New York for the 25th anniversary of 9/11, recalling how he was originally invited to Ground Zero in 2011 after FDNY firefighters heard his tribute poem "A Firefighter's Dream".  During the interview, he shared his personal memories of September 11, praised the enduring resilience of the firefighters...

Marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terror attacks, veteran news presenter Sandra Sully joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to reflect on breaking the shocking news live to Australian television audiences. She opened up about the immense pressure of reporting on an unfolding global disaster and discussed the lasting, unique connection she shares with viewers who watched the tragedy...

Nine News Chief Political Correspondent Charles Croucher joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to examine escalating infighting among conservative politicians over a controversial One Nation video. The discussion also covered the Communications Minister's stumbles while explaining new online safety laws that critics fear could restrict free speech on news websites. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Marking 25 years since the September 11 terror attacks, FDNY firefighter Peter Fallucca joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to share his harrowing, miraculous story of surviving the North Tower collapse while climbing 23 floors to save lives. He opened up about the devastating loss of his ladder housemates, the trauma of survivor's guilt, and the ongoing toxic health impacts faced by Ground Zer...

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