Motoring Journalist Trent Nikolic joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Summer Breakfast to warn that the federal government’s push for cleaner cars ignores the practical limitations of current EV technology for towing and long-distance travel. He suggests that instead of refreshing the national fleet, the rising costs of new vehicles will likely force Australians to hold […]

Federal Environment Minister Murray Watt explained why he ruled that preliminary drilling at Victoria Park doesn’t pose an “immediate threat” to Indigenous heritage sites. He detailed the discovery of significant burial grounds and how a new federal mediator plans to balance Olympic progress with cultural preservation. Hear more highlights from 4BC Drive below and download […]

Cloncurry Mayor Greg Campbell joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Summer Breakfast to discuss the immense loss of livestock and the isolation of Gulf communities following record rainfall and flooding. He emphasised the need for federal investment in functional rain gauges and new dams to secure the region’s economic future. Hear more from 4BC Breakfast below, […]

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has officially declared January 22 as a National Day of Mourning to honour the victims of the Bondi tragedy. Simultaneously, the government confirmed that Kevin Rudd will conclude his term as Australia’s Ambassador to the United States in March 2026. Hear more from 4BC Breakfast below, and download the 4BC App […]

With record-breaking poll numbers and major party abandonment, political scientist Paul Williams revealed whether we are witnessing the end of Australia’s traditional power balance. He shared how “soft voters” are trading the majors for Pauline Hanson in a move that could redefine the next election. Hear more highlights from 4BC Drive below and download the […]

9News Weatherman Gary Youngberry joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Summer Breakfast to discuss the devastating rainfall and flooding triggered by Cyclone Koji in North Queensland. Gary explained that while the wind was less severe than feared, the slow-moving system is delivering a massive “rain bomb” that is now tracking deep into the Queensland inland. Hear […]