New polling has revealed that the Australian public is losing confidence in Anthony Albanese to manage the economy. Michael McLaren says while the public is waking up to the fact that there is no such thing as a free lunch, he remains sceptical about their determination to rein in spending. “Every time government tries to […]
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New polling has revealed that the Australian public is losing confidence in Anthony Albanese to manage the economy. Michael McLaren says while the public is waking up to the fact that there is no such thing as a free lunch, he remains sceptical about their determination to rein in spending. “Every time government tries to […]
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Why cutting the fuel tax could fuel Australia’s inflation fire
As global crude oil edges toward $120 a barrel, Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and independent economist Saul Eslake debate whether cutting Australia’s fuel excise would ease cost-of-living pressures or accidentally worsen inflation. Their conversation also exposes how reckless state and federal government spending – combined with a flawed tax system and bracket creep – […]
Gary Hardgrave
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6 hours ago
‘Time for honesty’ – Why Australia needs to be open-eyed about China
As Anthony Albanese prepares to sit down with Pacific leaders in Palau, Michael McLaren says Australia needs to be more wary of China and its interests as Australia and its markets grow more and more heavily reliant on the global superpower. His warning comes following rumours of the Pacific Islands Forum suffering from interference from […]
Michael McLaren
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01/09/2026
“WE’RE LOSING OUR COUNTRY”: Why Matt Canavan says Australia is on the brink of economic ruin
Queensland Senator Matt Canavan joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to outline the Coalition’s strategy to combat economic decline, lower living costs, and counter the growing political influence of One Nation. He argued that scrapping Net Zero targets, restoring domestic energy industries, and investing in regional infrastructure like the Inland Rail are critical to saving […]
Gary Hardgrave
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01/09/2026
Heatwave Warning: Why Brisbane is facing an unseasonable September temperature spike
Nine News meteorologist Gary Youngbery joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to discuss an impending heatwave across Southeast Queensland, following an overcast and rainy winter season. The duo detail how shifting winds will push temperatures into the mid-30s while cautioning listeners about unusually cold ocean water temperatures. Hear more highlights from 4BC Breakfast below and […]
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