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Coalition stands by costings

Latest controversy over the Coalition's costings have not comprised their ability to govern. Shadow Treasurer Joe Hockey joins the Greg Cary Morning Show talking with Gary Hardgrave about the ‘black hole’ found in the costings.

More sleep please

Healthy Living with Dr. Ross Walker on the Peter Dick Afternoon show. A new study suggests young people who don’t get enough sleep put themselves at risk of mental health.

Graphic crash vision

Take responsibility when driving, please practice safe driving and think about your driving. Do not take the risks on the road. Read this letter a mother has sent into the Michael Smith Drive show.

Professor Bob Carter

Are we sure Climate Change even exists? Gary Hardgrave talks with environmental scientist at James Cook University and Climate Change Sceptic, Professor Bob Carter about the true cost of carbon.

Holiday Camp

Prison authorities have shut down a prison work camp due to allegations of inmates having a 'holiday camp' lifestyle. Kelvin Anderson, Queensland Corrective Services Commissioner, talks to Michael Smith about the report, and the investigation that is currently taking place.

Legacy

21 brave diggers have lost their lives fighting in Afghanistan, Legacy has long supported the families of those who get left behind. 4BC Drive speaks to Craig Hardy, Senior Welfare Officer, Legacy, about the important service they provide to our armed forces.

Wynnum Armed Robberies

Wynnum District Criminal Investigation Branch is investigating a string of armed robberies throughout the Wynnum Police District during the past week. Click heading for more details.

'Real world' MP's

Anna Bligh has struck an idea that will see her MP's getting 'down and dirty' with their constituency, working in a job like an 'ordinary Queenslander'. Mike O'Hagan, owner of Mini Movers, chats to 4BC Breakfast, about this good idea to fill the huge divide and experience real life.

Early to bed, early to rise.

According to recent Australian research, lack of sleep can lead to poor mental health, especially with young people. Dr Carole Hungerford talks about this subject with Gary Hardgrave, in a world that never seems to sleep. The doctor also answers listeners emails - listen now.

John De Groot

Your last Will and Testament is a deeply personal statement, and has lasting effect on those you leave behind. John De Groot, Wills and Estates Expert, joins 4BC Mornings to takes calls from listeners who need some answers in regards to this solemn subject.

Who's going down to the woods?

Linda Smith, editor of That's Life, joins Ian Maurice on 4BC Afternoons, to talk teddies. A standard accessory for a young child, it appears that more adults are admitting to sleeping with a teddy bear for comfort. Linda delves into what was once a childhood subject.

Belangalo bones

Walter and Jack Sim discuss the discovery of bones and a skull in Belangalo State Forest, where serial killer Ivan Milat buried his victims…

Spiderman with Peter Dick

Alain Robert, French skyscraper climber nicknamed "Spiderman" was arrested Monday after scaling a 57-story building in Sydney. Spiderman joins the Peter Dick Afternoon show talking about the climb.

Too busy for breakfast?

A new survey suggests the modern Australian family is too busy to have breakfast together? Child psychologist Dr John Irvine joins 4BC Breakfast talking about the issue. Do you agree? Listen and comment now.

Ricky Ponting with Greg Cary

As more match-fixing allegations surface against the Pakistan Cricket team. Australian Captain Ricky Ponting joins the Greg Cary Morning show talking about cricket anti-corruption and goes on to talk about his new book, ‘A Captain's Year’. Listen and comment now.

Frank Sedgman

Frank Sedgman was arguably Australia’s greatest tennis player of the amateur era, winning 22 Grand Slam titles over a four year period and leading the country’s Davis Cup domination of the 1950’s. Sedgman joined Sports Today for an in-depth look back at his career.

Schoolies for adults

Anna Bligh has been accused of going soft on alcohol-fuelled violence and being out of touch with modern night-goers after announcing a schoolies type system to curb the problem. 4BC Breakfast talks with advanced care paramedic and LHMU organiser Kroy Day.

• Gary Hardgrave editorial: Valley

Thousands like Newton, says Ford

Entertainment reporter Peter Ford claims 'thousands' of Australians suffering similar behaviour problems as Matthew Newton, in the wake of a sedated Matthew Newton seeking treatment after allegedly bashing another woman. Do you agree? Listen and comment now.

• "He's a dog..."

Organise your life

Need help on organising your life? Best-selling author and organisation and decluttering expert Peter Walsh who features on The Oprah Winfrey Show joins Peter Dick talking about how best to tackle disorganisation in your life. Listen and comment now.

A bit of a mess

With no more undecided seats left in parliament, where does it leave the two major parties? The independents seem to be holding all the cards. Gary Hardgrave, Former Howard Government Minister, discusses with Greg Cary that the speaker also plays a very important role in the outcome.

Preferential voting

Why does Australia use preferential voting instead of the first past the post method? Michael Smith talks to Dean Jaensch, Professor of Political and International Studies, who explains each method and the pros and cons of each system. Listen now and comment.

The Human Calculator

Which is faster, the brain or a computer? Peter Dick has a chance to interview Scott Flansburg, otherwise known as 'The Human Calculator' who proves that his brain is faster than some computer users. Scott shows off his world record and promotes 'mathletics' around the world

Matthew Bate

Walter Williams takes some time out with Matthew Bate, writer and director of "The Mystery of Flying Kicks". They are taking a look into why we see so many pairs of sneakers thrown over power lines - listen for some answers to this age old question.

The changing brain

Apparently, the human brain has the ability to change itself - no longer is it simply considered a machine that is hard-wired. Dr Norman Doidge, author of 'The Brain That Changes Itself', explains to Greg Cary that human experience dictates how the brain reorganises itself.

Counterinsurgency

As more Australian diggers lose their life in the Afghan war, Greg Cary talks with counterinsurgency expert and author, David Killcullen, about Australia’s involvement in the war and fields concerned questions from 4BC listeners. Listen and comment now.

Daniel O'Donnell

4BC Mornings are happy to welcome legendary Irish singer, Daniel O'Donnell, to Australia for his latest tour in September. Greg Cary finds out what's behind the legend and how his experiences have shaped his career. Listen to Daniel's dulcet tones.

Stronger Than Grief

Army Chaplain Jim Cosgrove has penned a touching poem for the men and women of the Australian Defence Force who are fighting for all of us. Michael Smith talks with Father Cosgrove about the great work being carried out by our brave diggers.

• Chaplain Jim Cosgrove's Poem

Do you have the time?

While digital devices find a way to make their way into our everyday living more and more, 4BC Breakfast asks the question with Peter Blasina from gadgetguy.com.au, are wrist watches becoming a thing of the past?

Commissioner launches coast crackdown

Queensland Police Commissioner Bob Atkinson joins Michael Smith to discuss the significant changes to Gold Coast policing. Smithy asks the Commissioner if only six detectives have been added to the Gold Coast force in the last twelve years.

"He's a dog..."

Michael Smith talks with Herald Sun writer Rebecca Wilson about the recent behaviour of TV personality Matthew Newton as actress Rachael Taylor has taken out an apprehended violence order (AVO) against him, after "unprovoked violent assaults". Listen and comment now.

• Thousands like Newton, says Ford

Support our Diggers

A Queensland policeman has put forward an idea to "Support our Troops", by applying police vehicles with stickers supporting Australian armed services. 4BC Drive supports the idea. View the sticker and show your support.

Henjak with Sports Today

Sports Today’s Peter Psaltis spoke with Brisbane coach Ivan Henjak before the Broncos boarded a plane for New Zealand ahead of Friday night’s crucial game against the Warriors.

Kentucky Star

Peter Dick talks with horse trainer Roslyn Buerckner, owner of Kentucky Star, one of the horses chosen for the “Phar Lap: Champion to a Nation” show at the Gold Coast Show.

School terror project

Year 10 students from a school in Western Australia were given a project to come up with a terrorist attack plan with their goal to kill the most innocent civilians. 4BC Drive speaks to Bali bomb survivor, Peter Hughes, about his reaction to this news. Listen now and comment.

System failure

A distressed father calls into 4BC Drive, whose son, diagnosed with ADHD, attempted suicide last night. It seems that a complete lack of support has led to this crisis, and even after the fact, hospital and mental health services remain inadequate, discharging the boy with no advice or resources.