4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave

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Sidelined by a severe fly-half injury crisis that knocked out Carter Gordon and Ben Donaldson, the Wallabies are turning to Cairns-born debutant Declan Meredith for their sold-out clash against France at Suncorp Stadium. This high-stakes match marks a crucial turn in the new Nations Championship, where a disrupted Australian side must defend their historic undefeated home streak against the fierce...

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Western Downs Mayor Andrew Smith joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss the massive economic potential of the Turoom Trough energy project while warning that local infrastructure is completely unprepared for the impending boom. He explicitly demands that the state and federal governments step up with long-overdue funding for regional roads, housing, and bulk water projects to ensure the com...

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While everyday Australians struggle through a severe cost-of-living crisis, the federal government is launching a massive $650,000 grants program to fly selected climate activists and attendees over to Turkey for the COP 31 conference. Shadow Minister for Scrutiny of Government Waste Tony Pasin joined Gary to slam the "vanity project," arguing that taxpayer funds should be redirected to regional c...

From skyrocketing inflation to an exploding public sector, Gary's scathing critique warned that Australia is trapped in an "economic sugar coma" fueled by reckless government spending.  Hear the full breakdown on why our current path draws terrifying parallels to the collapse of the Soviet Union and the urgent changes needed to save the economy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

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As Brisbane’s massive Toowong development undergoes a major design overhaul, critics worry about escalating traffic chaos while advocates argue it is the key to smarter urban living. YIMBY Queensland co-founder Natalie Rayment joined Gary to explain why adding diverse housing near major transit hubs is exactly how our suburbs need to evolve. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

When a massive network failure ground public transport, EFTPOS systems, and millions of mobile users to a halt today, many were left wondering how the nation's largest telco could suddenly drop off the grid. Tech expert Leigh Stark broke down the software glitch behind the chaos, revealed a quick 3-second trick to restore your signal, and explained why an urgent official investigation is on the ho...

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As Prime Minister Anthony Albanese finalised a landmark security agreement in Fiji, Beijing countered with a stunning long-range ballistic missile launch that sent shockwaves through the region. Shadow Minister for Defence Senator James Paterson joined Gary to break down why the Albanese government’s initial response missed the mark and what this escalatory move means for Australia's defence...

Financial expert Olivia Maragna joined Gary Hardgrave to explain why July is the ultimate time to hit the reset button on your money and stop letting hidden spending leakages derail your future. Learn how a simple "cash hub" strategy and the latest superannuation changes can help you take control of your lifestyle expenses and start training for a comfortable retirement. See omnystudio.com/listene...

Is Australia’s traditional "quiet confidence" leaving new migrants confused about our national identity? Gary tackles why we need to ditch political correctness, embrace loud patriotism, and rally around one flag to prevent the country from fracturing into separate tribes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Social media makes fly-in, fly-out mining jobs look like a glamorous, high-paying holiday, but the gruelling reality of extreme isolation and 12-hour shifts is catching young workers completely off guard. Itch Recruitment’s Jodie Perram joined Gary to expose the "FIFO-fluencer" myths and reveal why these massive paychecks come with a high physical and mental cost. See omnystudio.com/listener...

Queensland’s world-class coal industry is taking a massive hit as global competitors quietly step in to steal our market share. Gary Hardgrave and Queensland Resources Council CEO Janette Hewson break down why local production has plummeted by 40 million tons, and why Russia and Mongolia are laughing all the way to the bank. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following the Premier's weekend announcement of mandatory jail time for youth offenders who breach bail, grieving husband Victor White and Lindy Atkinson from Victims First share their raw, emotional reactions to the crackdown. Hear why they believe the justice system has favoured criminals for too long and the powerful message they have for critics warning of overcrowded detention centres. See om...

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The Normanby Hotel has announced it will remain open for a massive 21-hour stretch from 10:00AM today until 7:00AM tomorrow to broadcast the Socceroos' 4:00AM World Cup match against Egypt. Assistant Manager Billy Ingham Myers joined Cate Campbell on 4BC Drive to reveal the venue will feature a continuous line-up of major sports, including Wimbledon and the Broncos, while welcoming late-night crow...

The number of Queensland families unable to pay their electricity bills has almost doubled since last year, pushing 40,000 residents onto energy hardship plans. Queensland Council for Social Service CEO Amy McVeigh joined Cat Campbell on 4BC Drive to expose the heart breaking reality that one in six Australian children now live in poverty, urging the government to implement a comprehensive familie...

Tasmania's viral 1,000kg elephant seal, Neil, has taken the internet by storm, but experts warn his playfulness with cars and fences could soon escalate into serious property destruction. Dr. Jane Younger joined Cate Campbell on 4BC Drive to explain that because Neil was anomalously born away from his sub-Antarctic colony, he views humans and objects as wrestling partners, posing a massive safety...

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Australia's multibillion-dollar agricultural industry is facing a massive threat as destructive Varroa mites push bee colonies to the brink of collapse. University of the Sunshine Coast researcher Volker Herzig revealed how he "milked" thousands of spiders to find a fascinating, targeted venom toxin that destroys the mites while keeping bees and humans completely safe. See omnystudio.com/listener...

Aussie swimming has a new distance king, and he’s rewriting the record books faster than Ian Thorpe and Grant Hackett. Listen to world champion Sam Short break down his historic four-event sweep at the trials and the gruelling 70km-a-week training grind, fuelled by a burning desire to keep getting faster. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.