Brisbane’s plan to rename Southeast Queensland for the 2032 Olympics is sparking outrage, with the Sunshine Coast and Logan mayors determined to protect their unique identities. Hear Logan Mayor Jon Raven lay out a case for why the entire region should be renamed the ‘Greater Logan Region’ instead. Hear more highlights from 4BC Drive below […]


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Can Suncorp add thousands of seats for the Olympics?
With the 2032 Olympics looming, the CEO of Suncorp Stadium’s operator, Harvey Lister, says now is the ideal time to upgrade the magnificent venue. Get an exclusive on the plans, including a competitive private sector investment process, and hear how they plan to expand capacity without compromising the iconic stadium’s world-class viewing experience. Hear more […]
Why the Sunshine Coast Council need body-worn cameras
The Sunshine Coast Council has reported a staggering 73 incidents of aggression and violence toward staff this year, forcing the deployment of security guards and body-worn cameras to protect frontline workers. Australian Services Union’s Tom Rivers confirmed with Gary Hardgrave that this is part of a disturbing state-wide trend, pleading for the public to show […]
Adult Crime, Adult Time: Is Queensland getting safer?
The latest Queensland crime statistics point to fewer victims of crime, as more youths are charged under the new ‘Adult Crime, Adult Time’ laws. Lyndy Atkinson from Victims First joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss the correlation between these statistics and the new laws. Hear more highlights from 4BC Drive below and download […]
UQ expert explains why Queensland refuses to change the clocks
UQ geographer Dr. Thomas Sigler weighed in on the perennial Daylight Saving debate, explaining why Queensland’s unique size and demographics mean the farther you live from the southeast corner, the less useful it becomes. He also explained the concept of “chronotype,” revealing a surprising demographic factor that makes some people naturally more resistant to the […]
4BC listener Nathan Krebs sent in these photos to 4BC Drive of the flooding on the Gold Coast.
Brisbane’s plan to rename Southeast Queensland for the 2032 Olympics is sparking outrage, with the Sunshine Coast and Logan mayors determined to protect their unique identities. Hear Logan Mayor Jon Raven lay out a case for why the entire region should be renamed the ‘Greater Logan Region’ instead. Hear more highlights from 4BC Drive below […]
Can Suncorp add thousands of seats for the Olympics?
With the 2032 Olympics looming, the CEO of Suncorp Stadium’s operator, Harvey Lister, says now is the ideal time to upgrade the magnificent venue. Get an exclusive on the plans, including a competitive private sector investment process, and hear how they plan to expand capacity without compromising the iconic stadium’s world-class viewing experience. Hear more […]
Why the Sunshine Coast Council need body-worn cameras
The Sunshine Coast Council has reported a staggering 73 incidents of aggression and violence toward staff this year, forcing the deployment of security guards and body-worn cameras to protect frontline workers. Australian Services Union’s Tom Rivers confirmed with Gary Hardgrave that this is part of a disturbing state-wide trend, pleading for the public to show […]
Adult Crime, Adult Time: Is Queensland getting safer?
The latest Queensland crime statistics point to fewer victims of crime, as more youths are charged under the new ‘Adult Crime, Adult Time’ laws. Lyndy Atkinson from Victims First joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss the correlation between these statistics and the new laws. Hear more highlights from 4BC Drive below and download […]
UQ expert explains why Queensland refuses to change the clocks
UQ geographer Dr. Thomas Sigler weighed in on the perennial Daylight Saving debate, explaining why Queensland’s unique size and demographics mean the farther you live from the southeast corner, the less useful it becomes. He also explained the concept of “chronotype,” revealing a surprising demographic factor that makes some people naturally more resistant to the […]
Child exploitation and trafficking. It’s big business and it’s sad. But it’s happening in our own backyard, and a group of Australians are out to stop it. Hear their story on 4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave.