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The Forgotten Women founder, Teresa Reed, joined Gary Hardgrave to talk about the alarming increase in homelessness among women over 55 in Australia. The two discuss the various factors contributing to this crisis, and how the stoic nature of these women often hides their struggles from family.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gary Hardgrave slammed the teachers' strike, arguing that the unions are out of touch with their members and that they ultimately hurt teachers more than the government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Education Minister John-Paul Langbroek joined Gary Hardgrave to discuss the upcoming teachers' strike and expressed his disappointment with the industrial action, but remains optimistic that an agreement will be reached. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gary Hardgrave dismissed Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's economic reform roundtable as a "contest of ideas." He also criticises the Liberal Party for its "lethargic" response and lack of a firm stance on climate policy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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As part of the Property Law Act 2023 legislation, sellers are now required to provide a disclosure statement and prescribe certificates to buyers before they sign a contract. Real Estate Institute of Queensland CEO, Antonia Mercorella, joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to answer your questions on the new laws. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
New research commissioned by Orange Sky reveals that most Australians still don’t fully understand what homelessness looks like today. Senior Operations Support Manager at Orange Sky, Loren Ayres, told Gary Hardgrave on 4CB Drive, "The majority of homelessness is hidden from Australians." "For most people, we really are only a couple of bad pieces of luck away from homelessness. When we hear about the rental crisis at the moment, having your lease not renewed, or a high increase in rent, or maybe becoming redundant, it only takes a few bad bouts of luck for the majority of people to not have access to safe, secure living." Ayres continued.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Today, Gary Hardgrave covers a Hollywood actress flogging jeans that is being accused of being a Nazi, 'racist' school exams, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Senator Paul Scarr joined the show to discuss the Coalition's new approach to immigration, tackling the nation's housing and infrastructure challenges. Gary Hardgrave also got the opportunity to question the party's stance on net zero.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joshua Morgan-Brown from Guitars for Veterans Australia joined Gary Hardgrave to discuss the unique non-profit organization that provides veterans with guitars and professional lessons, utilizing the power of music to help them cope with PTSD and find a new pathway for their minds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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SPONSORED CONTENT NBN is urging internet users to prepare for major upgrades coming this September. Jane McNamara from NBN joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss how to prepare for upgrades. Click here to check your NBN status.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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InfoTrack's Head of Property, Lee Bailie, joined Gary Hardgrave to break down Queensland's new Property Law Act 2023, which is effective from August 1st. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
President of UFO Research Queensland, Sheryl Gottschall, joined Gary Hardgrave to discuss the intriguing theory from Harvard University researchers that extra-terrestrial beings might already be on Earth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Federal Member for Oxley and newly re-elected Speaker of the House of Representatives, Milton Dick, discussed with Gary Hardgrave the significance of his consecutive terms and his dedication to ensuring all members of parliament are heard, regardless of their party affiliation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Queensland Senator Matthew Canavan joined Gary Hardgrave to discuss his support for ending net-zero policies, saying that they have led to increased energy prices and failed to deliver promised economic benefits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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One Nation leader Pauline Hanson is set to move an urgent motion, calling for an end to Australia's net-zero emissions target. Hanson told Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive, "If you can't make a decision on this, and if you leave the chamber abstain, you're nothing but a coward." "It's a pie in the sky dream. You've been led down the scam path that people have jumped on board. And you think the world's coming to an end? I'll tell you, it's not." Hanson continued. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A new survey from financial comparison site Finder revealed that a staggering 4.3 million Australians don't believe they can afford to stop working when they reach retirement age. Superannuation literacy expert at Finder, Pascale Helyar-Moray, joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss what Australians can do to plan for a more financially secure future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Today Gary Hardgrave covers Donald Trump's executive order against "woke AI," a UK government-funded project combating "witchcraft-related violence through song" and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Cattle Australia CEO Will Evans joined Gary Hardgrave and stated that the industry was not consulted adequately and is calling for an independent scientific assessment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mount Isa Mayor, Peta McRae joined Gary Hardgrave to discuss how Glencore is possibly stopping copper operations in her region, costing thousands of jobs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Endurance athlete Stephanie Ho chatted to Gary Hardgrave on how she is training to become the first Australian woman to ski solo and unsupported 1200 kilometres to the South Pole. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gary Hardgrave critiqued the Government on their lack of accountability regarding the housing crisis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Victor White joined Gary Hardgrave after a teenager has pleaded guilty to the murder of Queensland Grandmother Vyleen White.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Queensland Greens co-founder Drew Hutton has been officially expelled from the party. The decision reflects their stance that trans rights are non-negotiable human rights. Hutton told Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive, "I spent a good deal of my time in the 70s and 80s fighting for free speech in Queensland, and now I find that after fighting a right-wing government that wanted to curtail free speech, I'm now fighting my own party on exactly the same issue."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Firm Foundations is a social enterprise that began earlier this year, aimed at unlocking underutilised land to build affordable housing. CEO of Firm Foundations, Rebecca McDonald, told Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive, "little bits of empty land that have just been kind of forgotten and unused... they're sitting in every suburb." "We need to rethink housing and bring in different options. We have hundreds of thousands of spare rooms in this country. We've got pensioners with spare rooms that they would love to rent out to help support themselves on a week-to-week basis. But they can't." McDonald continued.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Albanese government, after already pushing through its under-16 social media ban, is now quietly trying to add YouTube to that list. Senator Pauline Hanson joined Jason Matthews to discuss the matter, saying she believes banning YouTube and other social media takes away free speech and parents' rights, seeing it as the government trying to control what people think.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jason Matthews and the 4BC studio followed up with Thelma, the 84-year-old, after promising to contact the Main Roads department to stop her from being evicted from her home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A parliamentary petition advocating for "Castle Law" in Queensland has rapidly gained over 42,000 signatures in less than two weeks. Hinchinbrook MP and Katter's Australian Party deputy leader, Nick Dimento, joined Jason Matthews to discuss how this is a response to frustration from people trying to defend their homes against youth crime. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Sunshine Coast father reached out to 4BC Drive after his sons' Primary School barred them from having a kick of a footy before school.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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An 84-year-old woman who cares for her autistic son is losing her home as the Mains Road department refuses to renew her lease after 18 years. Thelma told Jason Matthews on 4BC Drive that she has until December 7th, but has nowhere to go and fears they will be living in a tent by Christmas because she can't afford housing on her pension.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Wildlife experts are warning of a rise in aggressive behaviour from swans at popular Gold Coast spots such as Labrador and Paradise Point. Amy Wregg from Wires Wildlife Rescue joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Drive to discuss how to help and safely avoid swans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Staggering revelations from the CFMEU in Queensland include millions in unexplained cash, missing property contracts, quadrupled supplier payments, and a secretive $7.7 million inter-branch transfer. Jason Matthews shared his perspective on 4BC Drive, saying, "If a union can secretly shift millions of dollars, lose track of property contracts, and buy up half of Bowen Hills without anyone noticing — what else is happening out there that we haven’t uncovered yet?" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A 16-year-old perpetrator received an eight-month prison term despite facing 52 new charges and numerous previous convictions. Lindy Atkinson from Victims First joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Drive to discuss the recent sentencing and the severity and volume of the offenses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Broncos forward Jack Gosiewski and partner Avalon McRae have decided to bring legendary Sydney chicken restaurant Chargrilled Charlie's to Brisbane. Gosiewski joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Drive to talk about balancing life running a new business, and playing for the Broncos.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Home invasion victim Bec Musgrave shared her thoughts after a sentence was handed down to a youth who pleaded guilty to the invasion in January. Musgrave told Jason Matthews on 4BC Drive: "There was a pre-sentence statement that he was allowed to provide to the magistrate, where he did express some remorse. But whether that's remorse because it sounds good on paper or it's genuine remorse is yet to be seen."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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