The Indian Myna bird has officially been declared a public enemy in Mackay, but experts warn this "flying cane toad" is a national crisis threatening to wipe out our iconic native species. 

From stealing nests to killing young kookaburras, find out why these "super-smart" invaders are winning the battle for our suburbs and what you can do to join the resistance.

The Indian Myna bird has officially been declared a public enemy in Mackay, but experts warn this "flying cane toad" is a national crisis threatening to wipe out our iconic native species. 
From stealing nests to killing young kookaburras, find out why these "super-smart" invaders are winning the battle for our suburbs and what you can do to join the resistance.

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Battle for the backyard: Why Mackay is declaring war on the Indian Myna bird

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Heart Foundation dietitian Gemma O'Hanlon joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to bust common myths about nuts and weight gain, revealing that a staggering 98% of people don't meet their daily 30-gram requirement. 

She explained how eating a handful of any unsalted nut variety each day provides essential fibre and can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease.

Heart Foundation dietitian Gemma O'Hanlon joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to bust common myths about nuts and weight gain, revealing that a staggering 98% of people don't meet their daily 30-gram requirement. 
She explained how eating a handful of any unsalted nut variety each day provides essential fibre and can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease.

Why 98% of us are missing out on a simple daily habit that slashes heart disease risk

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Public policy expert Dr Scott Prasser joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to strongly criticise the Queensland government's $100 Back to School Boost, labelling it a "placebo policy" that fails to target families in genuine need.

The pair discussed how universal, non-means-tested handouts contribute to inflation, ultimately suggesting alternative solutions like tax deductibility or cutting government spending entirely.

Public policy expert Dr Scott Prasser joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to strongly criticise the Queensland government's $100 Back to School Boost, labelling it a "placebo policy" that fails to target families in genuine need.
The pair discussed how universal, non-means-tested handouts contribute to inflation, ultimately suggesting alternative solutions like tax deductibility or cutting government spending entirely.

Could making school costs tax-deductible solve Queensland’s back-to-school cash grab?

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Battle for the backyard: Why Mackay is declaring war on the Indian Myna bird

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