At 9.49 am on August 17, a 5.6 magnitude earthquake was felt across South East Queensland.

Earthquake Services Seismologist Col Lynam joined Peter Fegan on 4BC Breakfast to discuss whether or not Queensland is prepared for future similar events.

At 9.49 am on August 17, a 5.6 magnitude earthquake was felt across South East Queensland.
Earthquake Services Seismologist Col Lynam joined Peter Fegan on 4BC Breakfast to discuss whether or not Queensland is prepared for&nbsp;future similar events.

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Acclaimed Australian poet Rupert McCall joined Dean & Sofie on 4BC Breakfast for a live broadcast in his hometown of Redcliffe.

He also reflected on his most profound career moments, including reciting at Gallipoli and Ground Zero, before delivering a stirring live performance of his poem "The Boy on the Bridge Returns."

Acclaimed Australian poet Rupert McCall joined Dean &amp; Sofie on 4BC Breakfast for a live broadcast in his hometown of Redcliffe.
He also reflected on his most profound career moments, including reciting at Gallipoli and Ground Zero, before delivering a stirring live performance of his poem "The Boy on the Bridge Returns."

How 'The Boy on the Bridge' found his way back: Rupert McCall's emotional return to Redcliffe

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Are we prepared for earthquakes in Queensland?

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