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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With a "boring" state budget on the horizon, the government is trading immediate cost-of-living "sugar hits" for long-term structural changes. Tune in as Gary and political reporter Reece D'Alessandro debate whether frozen water prices and a 3.5% fee hike will help or hurt families ahead of a 1 July price squeeze.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Australia has just recorded its largest-ever cocaine seizure, with police pulling a staggering 2.7 tonnes of the drug out of a hidden bunker system. AFP Commander Stephen Jay joined Gary Hardgrave to explain how a multi-agency task force tracked the syndicate across borders—and why this massive bust is far from over.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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After shocking Türkiye in their opening match, the Socceroos are flying high in North America ahead of their massive clash against the USA. Superfan Lachie Carter joined Gary from the streets of Seattle to describe the absolute madness of thousands of green-and-gold faithful taking over the Pacific Northwest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Brisbane Supreme Court has heard disturbing details of a 15-year-old accused of plotting local bomb attacks and a mass stabbing. Hear the shocking expert evidence detailing the teenager’s secret manifesto and his self-confessed cry for help.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Retired Special Forces Major Heston Russell joined Gary Hardgrave to reveal how this year's Veterans Games are smashing the "broken veteran" narrative with high-octane obstacle courses and ninja walls. Find out how you and a mate can sign up to test your own military grit alongside real defence personnel this Saturday and Sunday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Having spent a decade working as a specialist mental health pharmacist, Assistant Minister Emma McBride knows exactly how geographic isolation impacts patient care. She opened up about the harsh realities facing regional communities and why early intervention outside major cities is critical.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Business confidence in Queensland has plummeted to a devastating 20-year low, with local owners facing a bleaker outlook than during the 2008 global financial crisis. Business Chamber Queensland CEO Heidi Cooper joined Gary to reveal how a "perfect storm" of inflation and crushing government red tape is forcing small businesses to the brink—and the 70 urgent changes needed to save them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As debate rages over Senator Pauline Hanson's calls for a monocultural Australia, Gary Hardgrave warned that the nation is becoming dangerously divided. Discover why fighting for Western values and a single cultural identity might be the only things standing between individual freedom and government tyranny.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Did you know nearly half of Australia's elite athletes earn less than $23,000 a year? Olympic legend Cate Campbell joined Gary to lift the lid on the shocking financial struggles behind training for gold and explained why the government's new $513 million funding package is a vital game-changer for our sporting stars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A major explosives and sniper attack targeting a massive crowd in Washington D.C. was narrowly averted by the FBI. Hear the chilling details of how close the plotters came to execution, and the single phone call that brought it all crashing down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pauline Hanson just dropped a massive policy bombshell, promising to shut down the SBS entirely and turn the ABC into a paid subscription service for city folk. Listen to the full breakdown of her controversial plan and find out if your favourite shows could soon be trapped behind a paywall.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Think fixing that tap yourself will save you cash? Master Plumbers Queensland warns that a rising wave of illegal DIY work is leaving homeowners uncovered when disasters strike.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bundaberg grower Judy Plath joined Gary to expose how excessive red tape, misleading country-of-origin labelling, and foreign supermarket imports are crippling local agriculture margins. Discover why this Friday’s Ag Horizons Forum in Kingaroy is fighting to put farmer profitability back on the national agenda before it's too late.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Queensland’s government is proposing shocking new laws that would grant the State Development Minister sweeping powers to force the buy-out of private land for major corporate projects. Critics are already sounding the alarm over what they call an unbridled power grab; tune in to hear the full breakdown of what this means for your property rights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Two local women have spent six years tracking down 900 forgotten World War I veterans buried in unmarked Brisbane graves to finally give them the honours they deserve. Now, they are uncovering a massive nationwide gap in government funding that leaves thousands more heroes, including underage soldiers, completely forgotten in the grass.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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 information.
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/listener for privacy information.
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 for privacy information.
Listen to Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive weekdays from 3:00pmSee 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 omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Miss Manhattan CEO Adriana Arizabal warns that strict 10:00 PM closing times won't cut it when the world arrives for the 2032 Games. She joined Gary to explain why local venues need to road-test extended trading hours long before the opening ceremony.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Following the passing of beloved local craftsman George Georgiou over the weekend, his daughter Nikki joined Gary to share how the family plans to keep his 57-year legacy alive. From resurrecting a rat-eaten straw bear to operating under strict "instructions" from his final hours, listen to the heartwarming memories of a man who spent his life restoring Brisbane's treasured family history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A damning new commission of inquiry reveals terrifying drops in child safety response times and serious failures in residential care. Hear why Gary believes the Child Safety Minister must start firing department officials immediately before more kids are hurt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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