4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave

They've been to six straight World Cups, but this year a legendary crew of Aussie mates are using their viral mascot to back a deeply important cause at home. Listen to find out how a simple blow-up toy is bringing joy to young para-footballers in Brisbane. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A mysterious high-profile figure known only as "MM" has thrown Queensland into a frenzy of speculation following a dramatic extortion case in a Cairns court. With high-priced lawyers costing up to $16,000 a day to keep his identity hidden, find out why this explosive case has every prominent married man in the state under a cloud of suspicion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Wokey Pokey is our weekly opportunity to laugh at the world of woke that is slowly taking over...  Because if you don’t laugh - you cry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NRL’s top whistle-blower has been exposed for harbouring a massive $400,000 secret that could threaten the game's integrity. Hear the explosive details on why head office kept this hidden from fans for years, and what it means for next week's State of Origin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After watching her own mother get uprooted from her community for care, Rosie Fitzgerald decided regional seniors deserved better. Hear how this humble Kilkivan local transformed her hometown's aged care landscape and went on to win a major national award. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Angus Taylor just issued a major, unscripted vow to completely scrap Australia's net-zero climate targets. Hear the exact moment the Opposition Leader doubled down on the massive policy shift live on air. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One Nation’s "Fire the Liar" campaign has suddenly exploded, surpassing $2.1 million in small, grassroots donations, signalling a massive groundswell of support away from the major political parties. Political marketing expert Dr Andrew Hughes joined Gary to break down why this aggressive, emotional messaging is working so well for minor parties. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

From rising vehicle registrations to dense regulatory matrices, small and medium enterprises without massive legal teams are drowning in costly administrative delays. Learn how these escalating state fees act as a silent driver of inflation, forcing businesses to pass expenses straight down the supply chain to you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Chairperson of Fraser Coast Hospice Ross Zelow joins Gary Hardgrave to provide an update.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the full chat with Braille House's Leslie Heagney, Katie Forrester and daughter Mia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4BC  Drive's  Gary Hardgrave says the state education system suffers too much from teachers' union control and bureaucracy, and not enough support for the real pressures teachers around the state are facing.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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It sounds impossible, but a major new study reveals that overall life satisfaction has plummeted below the dark days of pandemic lockdowns. Economist Terry Rawnsley joined Gary Hardgrave to unpack the data and explain the hidden forces driving this national gloom. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A massive mystery music extravaganza is being announced at the Gabba tomorrow morning, and a brilliant listener theory suggests Brisbane legends Powderfinger might be reuniting for the exclusive event. With the State Government backing this major October blockbuster, speculation is reaching a fever pitch over whether local icons or a secret global megastar will take the stage. See omnystudio.com/l...

The Albanese government is introducing workplace amendments that critics argue will function as an artificial tax on major civil construction. QMCA Chief Executive Andrew Chapman broke down why these rules could choke off local subcontractors and send project costs skyrocketing by 30%. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Secret mobile tracking data has revealed an alarming shortfall in public transport use during one of Brisbane's biggest sporting weekends. Gary and Georgia dive into why this massive data drop has experts seriously worried about our readiness for the 2032 Olympic Games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A scathing new inquiry reveals Queensland has more children in residential care than all other states combined, exposing vulnerable kids to severe neglect. PeakCare CEO Kelly Jebb joined Gary Hardgrave to discuss why the system is failing and how we must radically shift our focus toward early family prevention. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A bombshell Newspoll has revealed an unprecedented realignment in Australian politics, showing Pauline Hanson's One Nation overtaking the Labor Party in primary support for the first time in history. Tune in to hear Gary's full breakdown of how severe voter backlash over housing and cost-of-living pressures is entirely reshaping the nation's traditional power balance. See omnystudio.com/listener f...

Listen to Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive weekdays from 3:00pm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wokey Pokey is our weekly opportunity to laugh at the world of woke that is slowly taking over...  because if you don’t laugh - you cry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A high-level investigation has been launched after a 13-year-old boy was remanded in custody today for allegedly planning a mass school stabbing inspired by overseas attackers. Listen to the full segment to hear 4BC's Georgia Kondek break down the disturbing material found on the boy's phone, and why authorities are demanding answers about how he was left isolated at home for two years. See omnyst...