As severe storms and bushfires kick off Queensland’s disaster season, Minister Ann Leahy joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to outline the state’s preparedness through ‘Get Ready Week’ initiatives. However, she warned that proposed federal funding cuts threaten crucial disaster recovery and betterment projects across 77 local councils. Hear more highlights from 4BC Breakfast below […]
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