As Treasurer Jim Chalmers blames global conflict for rising prices, Scott Phillips explained how domestic government spending and stubborn red tape are undermining the Reserve Bank. 

Hear the full interview to learn where the money is really going and why Australian families are bearing the brunt.

As Treasurer Jim Chalmers blames global conflict for rising prices, Scott Phillips explained how domestic government spending and stubborn red tape are undermining the Reserve Bank. 
Hear the full interview to learn where the money is really going and why Australian families are bearing the brunt.

4BC Drive, live every weekday afternoon. With the latest news, 4BC will keep you updated on your drive home.

4BC Drive, live every weekday afternoon. With the latest news, 4BC will keep you updated on your drive home.

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Is government deficit spending fueling Australia’s inflation crisis?

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Full Show: 4BC Drive with Carla Bignasca, , 2026

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Full Show: 4BC Drive with Carla Bignasca, , 2026

Full Show: 4BC Drive with Shane Doherty Filling in For Carla Bignasca, October 30th, 2026

Hear why Former National Security Adviser Alastair MacGibbon believes an everyday consumer purchase has quietly become Australia’s next critical security threat—and what the federal government must do right now to pull the plug.

Hear why Former National Security Adviser Alastair MacGibbon believes an everyday consumer purchase has quietly become Australia&rsquo;s next critical security threat&mdash;and what the federal government must do right now to pull the plug.

Australia’s cyber chief warns your smart car could be spying for Beijing

After furious Kedron residents took to the airwaves to slam proposed yellow-line parking bans around local schools, Marchant Ward Councillor Danita Parry joined the show to deliver an immediate concession. 

Hear the on-air moment when Council backed down on the restrictions and revealed what will happen to the school precinct instead.

After furious Kedron residents took to the airwaves to slam proposed yellow-line parking bans around local schools, Marchant Ward Councillor Danita Parry joined the show to deliver an immediate concession. 
Hear the on-air moment when Council backed down on the restrictions and revealed what will happen to the school precinct instead.

Is government deficit spending fueling Australia’s inflation crisis?

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