4BC Mornings

In an emotional interview with Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings, Mike Parkinson Jr lifts the lid on a revealing new documentary about his late father, Sir Michael Parkinson, detailing the imposter syndrome and personal demons hidden beneath the legendary broadcaster’s celebrated career. He reflects on Parky’s complex childhood in a working-class mining town, the immense pressure from his...

Red Zed’s Natalie Irvine joined the Small Business Clinic on 4BC Mornings to break down shifting auction conditions and how rising interest rates are quietly slashing property buyers’ borrowing power. She also reveals how small businesses can survive the ATO’s aggressive debt crackdown and explores the growing consumer retreat from card surcharges back to physical cash. See omnys...

Following Amanda Camm’s sudden resignation and Amanda Stoker’s appointment as Child Safety Minister, Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and child protection advocate Hetty Johnston discuss systemic failures in a bloated department that overburdens frontline staff and puts thousands of vulnerable people at risk. Johnston details alarming statistics across child safety, aged care, and d...

From the Summary Podcast - Described by cybersecurity experts as the digital equivalent of an unexploded bomb, a major vulnerability in the widespread programming language PHP has forced high-profile websites offline and sent network administrators scrambling. On this episode of  The Summary , host Josh Bryant looks into how this critical flaw was discovered and what businesses and everyday i...

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Faced with compounding cost-of-living pressures and soaring coal royalty disputes, regional Queenslanders are rapidly losing faith in both major political parties. Driven by deep-seated distrust in Brisbane and Canberra bureaucracies, frustrated voters are increasingly abandoning Labor and the LNP to fuel a dramatic surge for One Nation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following severe downpours and viral online videos of electric vehicles gliding through deep water, motoring expert Trent Nikolic joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to debunk the myth that EVs double as James Bond-style submarines without engine air intakes. He warned drivers that despite sealed batteries, complex high-voltage electronics, severe vehicle weight, and structural roadway collapses...

Anger has erupted after a student group called for a nationwide school walkout on Remembrance Day, prompting sharp pushback from Education Minister Jason Clare, RSL Queensland, and Senator Pauline Hanson. Critics argue that protesting during the traditional minute of silence desecrates the memory of fallen service personnel and warn that national commemorative days must be protected from political...

From The Summary Podcast -  Australian home values are falling at their fastest pace in over a decade, with quarterly data confirming price drops across every single capital city. On this episode of  The Summary , host Josh Bryant investigates why the heat has completely left the property market and how far values could slide. Dr. Nicola Powell, Chief of Economics and Research at Domain,...

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Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings highlights how Australia faces an economic crossroads due to rising energy costs, excessive bureaucracy, and a loss of national cohesion. He argues that temporarily pausing migration must be paired with deep structural reforms, lower power prices, and public sector cuts to restore the nation's competitive edge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At Cattle Connect 2026 in Wagga Wagga, Cattle Australia Chair Gary Edwards called for an urgent reduction in government bureaucracy and a complete overhaul of how the $5 per-head transaction levy is spent. Edwards joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and argued that unchecked red tape and false claims from activist groups directly increase consumer beef prices while undermining the industry&rsquo...

Former Immigration Minister Philip Ruddock joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to discuss his new book, Nation Building: How Immigration Made Australia , highlighting why he believes abolishing a dedicated Immigration Department in favor of Home Affairs was a critical policy mistake. He reflected on his legacy of skills-focused migration and community consultation while critiquing the shift towa...

From the Summary Podcast -  Australia’s newest international hub, Western Sydney Airport, is officially welcoming its first passenger flights this weekend, unlocking round-the-clock air travel and major trade opportunities. On this episode of The Summary , host Josh Bryant explores the monumental feat of launching a 24-hour airport and what it means for travelers and supply chains acros...

From the Summary Podcast -  Doctors are raising the alarm over a dangerous spike in emergency room visits linked to black market peptides, driven by misleading promises on social media. In New South Wales alone, hospital admissions from unapproved peptide use surged from just five to over 200 in a single year. On this episode of The Summary , host Josh Bryant investigates what these substance...

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Torrential rainfall causing major flood warnings across Moreton Bay has forced residents near King Johns Creek to prepare for evacuation after a foot of rain overwhelmed local waterways. Local Councillor Adam Hain joined motorists pulling stranded cars from floodwaters while emphasising the urgent need for long-term regional infrastructure upgrades to handle extreme weather and rapid growth. See o...

Amid severe weather across Southeast Queensland, Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings details rapid flash flooding in Morayfield and Caboolture that has prompted emergency "prepare to leave" warnings for local residents. Acting Mayor Jodie Shipway joined Gary to discuss road closures, emergency preparations, homeless support, critical infrastructure needs, and community fundraising efforts like Project...

A new YouGov poll reveals that 63% of Australians now support considering nuclear power, showing a major shift across the political spectrum as energy security and rising grid demands come into focus. Nuclear for Australia founder Will Shackel joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to discuss why politicians must follow public sentiment and lift the nation’s long-standing nuclear bans to secu...

As flood warnings urge Moreton Bay residents to evacuate as waters rise near King Johns Creek, homeless camps in the area have already been submerged. Local advocate Bo Hayward joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and warned that around 60 rough sleepers are stranded in knee-deep water with soaked belongings and urgently need emergency assistance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...

From the Summary Podcast - As tens of thousands of high school students sit their final end-of-year exams, schools and policymakers face a fundamental crisis: can traditional assessment models survive in a world dominated by artificial intelligence? On this episode of  The Summary , host Josh Bryant explores how generative AI tools are reshaping the classroom and whether the future of educati...

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The newly released Australian Digital Readiness Index reveals that seven out of ten parents feel their children need more support navigating the online world, proving that an age ban alone cannot ensure digital safety. Expert Dr. Susan Grantham joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and emphasised that parents must actively guide their children, foster critical thinking skills, and encourage health...

New research from AAMI insurance reveals a dangerous gap between how drivers view their own safety behind the wheel and the actual hazardous habits - such as speeding and driving while exhausted - they engage in daily. Motor Insights and Operations Manager Steve Cratchley joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to outline five distinct "crash personalities", exposing driving blind spots and urging m...

Australia is facing a severe decline in its standard of living as government overspending, high taxes, and reckless energy policies push the economy toward a 1930s-style crisis. Chief Economist Adam Creighton joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to highlight how cutting government bloat and unlocking Australia's vast natural resources could steer the country back toward prosperity. See omnystudio...