The Department of Veteran Affairs estimates that more than 35 thousand Australians lost in World Wars One and Two have no known grave. Major Barry Hampson is a returned serviceman, military historian and until recently worked with the Unrecovered War Casualties Army, a service unit dedicated to recovering lost soldiers so their stories can be […]

With the first game of State of Origin five weeks away, team selections are already a hot topic.  With Reece Walsh’s injury, Kalyn Ponga is expected to take the fullback position, but now the spotlight turns to Tom Dearden and Daly Cherry-Evans. Jonathan Thurston told Jason Matthews on Wide World of Sports, “If Munster and […]

In the lead up to Anzac Day, 4BC Drive will be speaking with those who embody the spirit of service.  Beverley Summers served in the Army for five years before marrying Terrence, who dedicated 37 years to the military. Beverley Summers told Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive, “I think it’s absolutely vital to have people […]

Tomorrow, Super Hornets and Growlers will roar over Brisbane in tribute to Australians and New Zealanders who served.  Lieutenant Peter Bergin from 1 Squadron, based at RAAF Amberley near Ipswich, will be flying the Super Hornet over Brisbane. Lieutenant Bergin told Dean Miller on 4BC Afternoons. “It’s quite an honour to put on the Air […]

Yesterday, Health Minister Mark Butler was forced to clarify that there will still be some patients who are charged a gap fee at the GP. Meanwhile at a state level, the LNP government are scrambling to redraw Queensland’s hospital building plan after another scathing review. Australian Medical Association of Queensland President Dr Nick Yim told […]

Sal Powell has just completed her fifth and final ultramarathon, claiming the title of the first Australian ever to run all five “Racing the Planet” desert ultramarathons – the Grand Slam Plus! In an incredible achievement, the Brisbane mum has completed five ultramarathons in five deserts, equating to over 1,000kms  in just one year. Sal […]