Loganholme's Briana Dinsdale on the way to country music star
The Toyota Star Maker Competition is Australia's most influential new talent event for country music. South-East Queensland has four out of the ten finalists, with Briana Dinsdale from Loganholme being one. Miss Dinsdale joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss the competition and her musi…
'Labor should hang its head in shame': Annastacia Palaszczuk's former staffer on Brisbane 2032
The Brisbane 2032 Olympics has been a highly debated topic in 2024, with the future of infrastructure still uncertain. The Queensland Government is conducting a 100-day review to determine the best fit for the state. 4BC Summer Drive Host and Annastacia Palaszczuk's former media advisor, Shane…
Conductor lays groundwork for world-class Logan City Orchestras
A professional conductor is laying the groundwork for a world-standard community orchestra in Logan. Dr Lewes Peddell has spent five years developing the concept of the Logan City Orchestras, which aims to fill a void for musicians. Dr Peddell told Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive, "When you build th…
Bruce Highway Advisory Council meets for the first time
The Bruce Highway Advisory Council, one of Queensland Premier David Crisafulli’s key commitments from the state election, met for the first time in Townsville yesterday. Between 2019 and 2023, an average of 31 people were killed in crashes on the Bruce per year. Owner of Nortrans and representa…
Tradies hailed heroes after rescuing 85-year-old woman from collapsed house
A group of tradies has been hailed heroes after rescuing an 85-year-old woman whose house collapsed while she was inside. The collapse is reportedly due to heavy rain eroding the home's stumps. The tradies were working across the street when they heard commotion and came to her rescue. 16-year…
Debate over nuclear energy: Peter Dutton faces pushback from Queensland Government
Federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is advocating for nuclear energy as a key part of his plan for cheaper and cleaner power. However, Queensland Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie has made it clear the state isn’t interested. Dr. Scott Prasser from The Centre for Independent Studies joined Gary Ha…
'As if it never happened': Gary Hardgrave reacts to Ezra Mam's punishment
Broncos star Ezra Mam has pleaded guilty in court after colliding head-on with an Uber. The five-eighth received an $850 fine and a six-month disqualification of his licence, but no conviction was recorded. Gary Hardgrave said on 4BC Drive, "Seemingly, it's a free pass for a football player. It'…
Expert's rules for Christmas etiquette and navigating festive family dramas
Christmas can be a really stressful time. The pressure of hosting family lunches and dinners, the pressure of buying gifts - it can bring out the best and worst of us. Arguments can flare up, and knowing how to navigate the tension can be tricky. Brisbane’s very best Etiquette Expert Jo Hayes has …
More pain for Ipswich residents as union pay dispute derails bin collections for longer
Ipswich City Council is warning of further disruptions to bin collections in Ipswich as a union pay dispute continues. But is there any sign of the stalemate ending? Ipswich City Council Acting CEO Matt Smith gives his take on 4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave.
Simple summer tips to protect your home this storm season
The classic summer weather is back in Brisbane - with sun in the morning and storms in the afternoon. But what can you do to get your house storm ready, particularly if you're going away over Christmas? Gary Hardgrave gets the lowdown from someone who knows best.