Brisbane is currently facing a severe “baby drought” as its fertility rate has plummeted to a record low of 1.44 births per woman, far below the replacement rate of 2.1. Despite a population growth of over half a million people in the last decade, fewer babies were born last year than ten years ago due […]
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Why Queensland youth make up a third of all youth suicide attempts
A startling new report from Kids Helpline has revealed a massive surge in youth distress, with a child reaching out for help every 90 seconds. Kids Helpline CEO Tracy Adams joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to break down the complex reasons behind this mental health crisis and how parents can spot the crucial warning […]
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How a floating package in Queensland sparked Australia’s biggest cocaine bust in decades
The Australian Federal Police have executed the second-largest drug bust in Australian history, seizing 2.7 tonnes of cocaine hidden in underground bunkers in Londonderry, New South Wales. The investigation began in May after Queensland police discovered a floating drug package at a Mackay boat ramp, exposing a massive supply chain linked to an international ship […]
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22/06/2026
Australia’s population paradox: Why experts say a looming 30-million cap is urgently needed
Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings and Sustainable Population Australia spokesperson Michael Bayliss clash with government data as Australia’s population surges past 28 million, driven largely by overseas migration. They argue that irresponsible immigration policies are directly fueling the national housing and infrastructure crises, demanding a sudden “breathing space” to fix domestic issues first. Hear more […]
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Why a sabotage stunt at Pauline Hanson’s historic press club speech backfired
Pauline Hanson just took the stage for her historic first National Press Club address, but a high-tech sabotage attempt by activist group GetUp! didn’t go quite as planned. 4BC Federal Politics Editor Michael Pachi joined Jason to break down her controversial new policy proposals and explain why this disruptive stunt may have just handed One […]
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The NSW Government’s Container Deposit Scheme has been heavily criticised, from implementation to ongoing maintenance. Premier Gladys Berejiklian has admitted to Macquarie Radio the scheme is going through significant “teething problems”. ‘Return and Earn’ centres across the state have been swamped with rubbish that isn’t accepted by the machines. The pictures have been sent […]
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Ray becomes a pop… and the photos are adorable!
Congratulations to Ray on becoming a pop. He welcomed his beautiful and healthy granddaughter Ava Marie Clark into the world on March 13. “I had a life-changing experience on Tuesday this week. “She arrived at 4.20, shortly after that I fell in love with the most beautiful and wonderful little baby I’ve ever seen. “I know […]
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31/07/2018
Guard’s car torched for standing up to bully
A GEO guard sent this photo to Ray of another guard’s car that was torched after they stood up for a woman who was allegedly assaulted by her Area Manager at Parklea Correctional Centre
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22/11/2017
QLD Greens’ Shannon Girard advertising in disabled parking spot
Listener Adrian sent Ray this photo of a ute with advertising for Greens’ candidate for Scenic Rim parked in a disabled parking spot
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20/11/2017
Yet another truck stuck in the Galston Gorge
Ray was sent this photo of a Zinfra truck stuck on one of the hairpin bends in the Galston Gorge this morning
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13/11/2017
Brisbane is currently facing a severe “baby drought” as its fertility rate has plummeted to a record low of 1.44 births per woman, far below the replacement rate of 2.1. Despite a population growth of over half a million people in the last decade, fewer babies were born last year than ten years ago due […]
Jason Matthews
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14 hours ago
Why Queensland youth make up a third of all youth suicide attempts
A startling new report from Kids Helpline has revealed a massive surge in youth distress, with a child reaching out for help every 90 seconds. Kids Helpline CEO Tracy Adams joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to break down the complex reasons behind this mental health crisis and how parents can spot the crucial warning […]
Jason Matthews
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23/06/2026
How a floating package in Queensland sparked Australia’s biggest cocaine bust in decades
The Australian Federal Police have executed the second-largest drug bust in Australian history, seizing 2.7 tonnes of cocaine hidden in underground bunkers in Londonderry, New South Wales. The investigation began in May after Queensland police discovered a floating drug package at a Mackay boat ramp, exposing a massive supply chain linked to an international ship […]
Peter Psaltis
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22/06/2026
Australia’s population paradox: Why experts say a looming 30-million cap is urgently needed
Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings and Sustainable Population Australia spokesperson Michael Bayliss clash with government data as Australia’s population surges past 28 million, driven largely by overseas migration. They argue that irresponsible immigration policies are directly fueling the national housing and infrastructure crises, demanding a sudden “breathing space” to fix domestic issues first. Hear more […]
Jason Matthews
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19/06/2026
Why a sabotage stunt at Pauline Hanson’s historic press club speech backfired
Pauline Hanson just took the stage for her historic first National Press Club address, but a high-tech sabotage attempt by activist group GetUp! didn’t go quite as planned. 4BC Federal Politics Editor Michael Pachi joined Jason to break down her controversial new policy proposals and explain why this disruptive stunt may have just handed One […]
Jason Matthews
/
18/06/2026
Brisbane is currently facing a severe “baby drought” as its fertility rate has plummeted to a record low of 1.44 births per woman, far below the replacement rate of 2.1. Despite a population growth of over half a million people in the last decade, fewer babies were born last year than ten years ago due […]
Jason Matthews
/
14 hours ago
Why Queensland youth make up a third of all youth suicide attempts
A startling new report from Kids Helpline has revealed a massive surge in youth distress, with a child reaching out for help every 90 seconds. Kids Helpline CEO Tracy Adams joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to break down the complex reasons behind this mental health crisis and how parents can spot the crucial warning […]
Jason Matthews
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23/06/2026
How a floating package in Queensland sparked Australia’s biggest cocaine bust in decades
The Australian Federal Police have executed the second-largest drug bust in Australian history, seizing 2.7 tonnes of cocaine hidden in underground bunkers in Londonderry, New South Wales. The investigation began in May after Queensland police discovered a floating drug package at a Mackay boat ramp, exposing a massive supply chain linked to an international ship […]
Peter Psaltis
/
22/06/2026
Australia’s population paradox: Why experts say a looming 30-million cap is urgently needed
Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings and Sustainable Population Australia spokesperson Michael Bayliss clash with government data as Australia’s population surges past 28 million, driven largely by overseas migration. They argue that irresponsible immigration policies are directly fueling the national housing and infrastructure crises, demanding a sudden “breathing space” to fix domestic issues first. Hear more […]
Jason Matthews
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19/06/2026
Why a sabotage stunt at Pauline Hanson’s historic press club speech backfired
Pauline Hanson just took the stage for her historic first National Press Club address, but a high-tech sabotage attempt by activist group GetUp! didn’t go quite as planned. 4BC Federal Politics Editor Michael Pachi joined Jason to break down her controversial new policy proposals and explain why this disruptive stunt may have just handed One […]
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