Neil Breen hosts Brisbane best breakfast program each weekday from 5.30am. He interviews the decision-makers and keeps you updated on breaking news, as well as some fun along the way. This is where you'll find highlights and the podcast.
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Concerns have been raised after the Department of Defence confirmed that thousands of Chinese-made electric vehicles are being stored on private land beside the RAAF base at Amberley. The founder of Strategic Analysis Australia, Michael Shoebridge, told Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive, "They're like a smartphone on wheels, and they're great for hoovering up information about the people in them." "Software connections mean that things that are stored and collected in the car can be transmitted back to the car manufacturer. And China has security agencies that can force their companies to cooperate with them and deny they're doing so." Shoebridge continued.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gary Hargrave makes the case for the importance of the mining industry and why it is crucial to Brisbane's survival.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Author and comic satirist Steven Hadden joined Gary Hardgrave to discuss his new book on NRL, described as a "massive school project" that took three years to complete. Driven by passion and pride, the book covers 117 seasons of the "greatest game of all".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today, Gary Hardgrave covered "No King" protesters, a trigger warning for a children's nursery rhyme, and appropriate nicknames for an Aussie darts player.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Telstra revealed dozens of Samsung models can't reliably connect to 000, forcing customers to upgrade or face being cut off. ACCAN CEO Carol Bennett joined Gary Hardgrave to call for a simpler, universally reliable system and a full review of the 000 system.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Australian superannuation funds have reportedly set a target to significantly increase investment in the US to $1.4 trillion. Small business advocate Amanda Rose joined Gary Hardgrave to discuss the agreement, which was reportedly kept secret and not openly discussed by the Australian PM.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gary Hardgrave was joined by Shadow Energy Minister Dan Tehan to discuss the $2.5 billion Net Zero project, which aims to be powered by renewable energy. The Shadow Energy Minister raised his concerns and wants justice for taxpayers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Lead vocalist of Boom Crash Opera Dale Ryder joined Gary Hrdgrave to celebrate the band's 40th anniversary. The band is set to play all their hits and "hits and misses" at the Koala Tavern in Capalaba.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
All five Australian mainland capital cities rank in the top 15 most expensive real estate markets globally. Gary Hardgrave discussed the report about the real estate markets, focusing on policy failures in energy, infrastructure, and migration.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Shadow Education Minister Julian Leeser joined Gary Hardgrave to argue that a strong education system is vital for Australia's success. They focused on the decline of British heritage taught in schools, curriculum balance, and addressed the skilled trades shortage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Federal Member for Wide Bay, Llew O'Brien, says pursuing net zero by 2050 is a "die in the ditch issue" that betrays the core principles of the National Party and is leading to economic futility. He warned Gary Hardgrave that if the party mandates the 2050 target, it will represent a fundamental policy shift that means he "probably doesn’t belong in it anymore."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
While Kevin Rudd positioned himself as a key player, the success of the critical minerals deal may be thanks to a different influential Australian with a direct line to Trump: Dr. Gina Rinehart AO. Trump relies heavily on these personal relationships, making Rudd's diminished role and subsequent apology for past comments a huge public blow. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Shadow Immigration Minister Paul Scarr joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss his concerns with the federal government’s immigration program.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Senator Pauline Hanson confirmed that she has welcomed Nationals MP Barnaby Joyce to join One Nation, amid speculation that he might make the shift. Hanson told Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive, "I was well aware that Barnaby is not happy with the National Party. He's basically been sidelined to the backbench, and they don't want anything to do with him." "We're saying, hey, we've got a better way of doing things, and I want more people like Barnaby to come on the team with One Nation and have the fight." Hanson continued. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Today, Gary Hardgrave covered National Pronoun Day, safe spaces from Halloween decorations and UK flags.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A planned development could bring 10,000 new residents to West End, but no one's planned for the children. The West End State School P&C President warns that their already overcrowded school, with 1,500 students, is nearing crisis capacity and future expansion plans are non-existent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Federal opposition leader Sussan Ley joined Gary Hardgrave in Queensland to support the Daniel Morcombe Foundation and discuss migration, housing, and the overall state of the LNP.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sixteen-year-old Brisbane pilot Byron Waller, who lives with Crohn's disease, has landed back home after flying a single-engine plane around the world to raise funds for the Queensland Children's Hospital. He joined Gary Hardgrave to talk about his incredible two-month, 20,000-nautical-mile journey, and how he navigated global events to complete his mission.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Queensland Attorney-General Deb Frecklington joined Gary Hardgrave to explain her decision to appeal the sentence of a convicted child-sex offender in Cairns, calling it "manifestly inadequate." The Attorney-General believed it was essential to challenge soft sentences to ensure they meet community expectations, and a recent successful appeal sets a crucial new precedent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Attorney-General Deb Frecklington successfully appealed the "manifestly inadequate" original sentence for the teen who violently attacked Chris Sanders, resulting in an 18-month detention and the recording of convictions. Sanders joined Gary Hardgrave to explain how this crucial step restores faith in the legal system, ensuring that the offender's record will now follow him into adult court for future crimes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gary Hardgrave critiqued the current government's cautious approach and its failure to deliver the change that Queensland needs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The use of AI actors is causing a stir in Hollywood as the technology continues to improve. Creative industries academic at QUT, Dr Ruari Elkington, joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss the concerns for the future. Elkington told Hardgrave, "The human element is paramount. We're always going to need to be in spaces with other people. That's why cinemagoing remains a robust activity that people flock to even though we can watch Netflix at home." "I certainly don't think anyone would want a world in which that human creative element is replaced entirely by technology. That seems like a dystopian future." Elkington continued.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
They battled on the field, but Melbourne captain Harry Grant's post-game tribute to Ben Hunt ran deeper than Queensland loyalty. Discover the incredible connection between the two rugby league champions that dates back to the same small-town Queensland school.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Queensland Fire Commissioner Steve Smith shared with Gary Hardgrave on why National Firefighters Remembrance Day is a crucial time for the community to honour the 60 fallen heroes who have paid the ultimate price since 1877. Hear the Commissioner discuss the immense training firefighters undergo, the incredible range of modern incidents they tackle, and what the public can do to keep their ranks safe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brisbane's plan to rename Southeast Queensland for the 2032 Olympics is sparking outrage, with the Sunshine Coast and Logan mayors determined to protect their unique identities. Hear Logan Mayor Jon Raven lay out a case for why the entire region should be renamed the 'Greater Logan Region' instead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Explosive new research claims over $100 million in foreign funding has poured into Australia, creating a vast activist network intent on eradicating coal and gas. Page Research Centre CEO Gerard Holland outlined the "dark money" trail from large foundations to environmental groups advocating for the rapid de-industrialisation of our country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With the 2032 Olympics looming, the CEO of Suncorp Stadium's operator, Harvey Lister, says now is the ideal time to upgrade the magnificent venue. Get an exclusive on the plans, including a competitive private sector investment process, and hear how they plan to expand capacity without compromising the iconic stadium's world-class viewing experience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gary Hardgrave comments on how the legal system is failing to meet community expectations, treating victims of crime as mere evidence rather than people who deserve support and dignity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Queensland mum Alexandria shared the extraordinary story of her two-year-old son, Joey, who has a Factor V bleeding disorder so rare that it makes him susceptible to life-threatening internal bleeds. Learn how regular "liquid gold" plasma infusions are the key to him living an everyday, rambunctious toddler life, and hear her urgent appeal for local donors during International Plasma Awareness Week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Sunshine Coast Council has reported a staggering 73 incidents of aggression and violence toward staff this year, forcing the deployment of security guards and body-worn cameras to protect frontline workers. Australian Services Union's Tom Rivers confirmed with Gary Hardgrave that this is part of a disturbing state-wide trend, pleading for the public to show 'a little bit of kindness' to essential service providers who are simply trying to do their jobs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6PR host Simon Beaumont joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to offer his 'amateur expertise' on black swans, as a fellow Western Australian.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Political strategist and author, Jake Thrupp, joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to talk about why we should look outside AUKUS to develop a submarine program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
State Controller of Queensland Fire Department, Joel Gordon, joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to offer advice as we approach bushfire season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The latest Queensland crime statistics point to fewer victims of crime, as more youths are charged under the new 'Adult Crime, Adult Time' laws. Lyndy Atkinson from Victims First joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss the correlation between these statistics and the new laws.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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