4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave
David Littleproud demands focus on Radical Islam over broad hate speech bills
The Nationals leader warned that new hate speech laws could criminalise everyday political debate while ignoring the "extreme Islamic ideology" he claimed is the real threat. He argued that the government needs to be more prescriptive to stop Australia from turning into a "nanny state."
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The man who built Sydney’s stadium reveals if we’re on track for 2032
Dr. Alan Patching delivered the world’s largest Olympic stadium on time and on budget, but he warned that Brisbane is currently facing a "vertical" climb in construction costs. Find out why the next six months are the most critical milestone for the Victoria Park project and what happens if we mis…
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FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Summer Drive with Ben Davis, Wednesday January 14th, 2026
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Forget a Brisbane mortgage: A North Queensland pub is selling for just $425k
For less than the cost of a suburban block of land, you could own a 12-bedroom hotel and a slice of Queensland mining history. Michael Philpott from Tourism Brokers joined us to explain why this Collinsville "fixer-upper" is the ultimate opportunity for anyone looking to ditch the city for a "pub…
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Summer Around The State: Why 400mm of rain is "just normal" for the Cassowary Coast
Discover the secrets of Australia's wettest region as Mayor Teresa Millwood revealed what it’s really like to live among World Heritage wonders and "dangerous" birds. From record-breaking rainfall to the truth about cassowary encounters, this is a fascinating look at life in the tropical north.
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Why Minister Murray Watt rejected the bid to halt Victoria Park construction
Federal Environment Minister Murray Watt explained why he ruled that preliminary drilling at Victoria Park doesn’t pose an "immediate threat" to Indigenous heritage sites. He detailed the discovery of significant burial grounds and how a new federal mediator plans to balance Olympic progress with…
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FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Summer Drive with Ben Davis, Tuesday January 13th, 2026
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2:31:56
Summer Around The State: The last town in QLD to finally get a sealed access road
After years of advocacy, Mayor Francis Murray revealed that the "Triple B" towns are finally ticking the biggest box on their wishlist. Discover how this historic road sealing project will transform life in the 95,000-square-kilometre Diamantina Shire.
09:29
Why your tea towels and boards are failing the hygiene test
That "clean" tea towel might be doing more harm than good, and your favourite wooden chopping board could be harbouring a hidden bacterial secret. Food safety expert Associate Professor Julian Cox revealed the common kitchen habits that would fail a professional health inspection and explained th…
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How Clermont local is using his own heavy machinery to rescue his town
Clermont resident Todd Holmes described the harrowing reality of the "worst floods in living memory" as he prepares his own heavy machinery to help neighbours dig out from the silt. From life-saving helicopter rescues to comparisons with the town's tragic 1916 history, hear how this resilient com…
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