The LNP have released their first budget with a record spend on health, money for parents and great news for new home buyers. However, there is no widespread energy relief, and the state’s debt continues to grow. Queensland Treasurer David Janetzki told Peter Fegan on 4BC Breakfast, “When we were preparing this budget, we did […]

The Queensland Fire Department has seen an increase in the number of lithium-ion battery fires over recent years. Queensland Fire and Emergency Services Executive Manager of State Fire Safety, Mark Halverson told Bill McDonald on 4BC Mornings, “If people buy a quality product from a reputable retailer and follow the manufacturer’s instructions at all times, […]

Former Australian Ambassador to Israel, Dave Sharma, has told 4BC Drive host Gary Hardgrave that he believes the Middle East is getting closer to co-existing with Israel. The current Liberal senator from New South Wales says the region has “gradually” reconciled itself with Israel’s existence. “But the big holdout against that movement had been Iran and […]

The Broncos have secured two key signings, with Melbourne Storm centre Grant Anderson set to make his way north. Nine News reporter Adam Jackson says Anderson agreed to the terms of his new contract in November and was massive for the Storm. “Billy [Slater] said he did a lot of things that didn’t go unnoticed […]

A new report has found that winners of cash prizes within the art industry face a double standard compared to winners of other types of cash prizes. Research manager at the Australia Institute Press, Alice Grundy, pointed out that many winners, including writers, make very little from their careers and rely on these cash prizes. […]

The LNP Queensland government has handed down their first state budget in ten years. Treasurer David Janetzki’s says his first budget will lay the foundation for a “fresh start.” “When the people of Queensland changed the government last October, they voted for a fresh start. They voted for a fresh start in the way in […]