With the 2026 NRL season kicking off, psychologist Dr. Elizabeth Blackwood joined Dean & Sofie on 4BC Breakfast to explain why joining a footy tipping competition is actually great for your mental health.

Whether with family or coworkers, these low-stakes games foster a powerful sense of belonging, break down social barriers, and provide excellent cognitive stimulation.

With the 2026 NRL season kicking off, psychologist Dr. Elizabeth Blackwood joined Dean &amp; Sofie on 4BC Breakfast to explain why joining a footy tipping competition is actually great for your mental health.
Whether with family or coworkers, these low-stakes games foster a powerful sense of belonging, break down social barriers, and provide excellent cognitive stimulation.

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Why your workplace needs a footy tipping comp this season

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Brisbane City Council has opened public consultation for proposed housing density changes in suburban renewal precincts to combat the region's severe housing shortage.

Councillor Adam Allan joined Dean & Sofie on 4BC Breakfast to explain how the two-stage consultation process aims to balance population growth with preserving suburban character and ensuring adequate infrastructure.

Brisbane City Council has opened public consultation for proposed housing density changes in suburban renewal precincts to combat the region's severe housing shortage.
Councillor Adam Allan joined Dean &amp; Sofie on 4BC Breakfast to explain how the two-stage consultation process aims to balance population growth with preserving suburban character and ensuring adequate infrastructure.

Will your suburb change? Brisbane opens consultation on new housing density

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RUMOUR FILE: Sagging bridges, fleet changes & duck rescues

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Why your workplace needs a footy tipping comp this season

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