following on in our series of stories on War Graves, Gary Hardgrave chats with John Brownlie, President of The Headstone Project in South Australia to share his experiences in S.A.

Townsville mayor Troy Thompson has been suspended from office for 12 months on full pay. Gary Hardgrave has labelled the decision as, "A very sensible outcome."

Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner has proposed Oxley Creek to be transformed into a metropolitan-scale public park.  Tennyson Ward Councillor, Nicole Johnston has told Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive that council and state governments have not been working together to move forward.  "There's just not enough funding, not enough priority, and too much political bickering between both levels of government about improving it," said Councillor Johnston.

Child exploitation and trafficking. It’s big business and it’s sad. But it's happening in our own backyard, and a group of Australians are out to stop it. Hear their story on 4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave.

Brisbane resident Angie Jackson has revealed the difficulty in getting a war grave for her grandfather and uncle who both served in WW1.  Ms Jackson told Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive, "Why do we have to bash our heads against a brick wall to get recognition?" This is the latest instalment in a special 4BC Drive investigation raising awareness of cuts to the Private Graves Grants program.

Does cash still have a place in our society?  From January 2026, businesses across Australia will be forced to accept cash from customers for essential items, as announced today by Treasurer Jim Chalmers. Queensland Small Business Commissioner Dominique Lamb unpacks what it will mean for small business owners.

Will Shackel is 18, but he knows more about nuclear than most as the founder of Nuclear for Australia. Today, he continued his advocacy, presenting evidence to the House Select Committee on Nuclear Energy in Brisbane. He joins 4BC Drive’s Gary Hardgrave to explain how it went.

Construction industry bosses are hailing the state government's decision to suspend BPIC, or the CFMEU tax, as it's known.  Queensland Major Contractors Association chief Andrew Chapman joins Gary Hardgrave to break down the decision and what it means.

Brisbane local Rick Macchetta says it hit him in the heart when his great uncles - veterans of the world wars - were given military commemorations on their unmarked civilian graves.  But it was only possible because of a government funded headstone project that has just suffered major funding cuts, delaying recognition for an estimated 12,000 WW1 veterans interred in civilian cemeteries nationally. This is the latest instalment in a special 4BC Drive investigation raising awareness of cuts to the Private Graves Grants program.

The state of our Bruce Highway is diabolical, as shown by yet another fatality that could have been avoided if it was well maintained. Queensland Truckers Association CEO Gary Mahon said at the current rate of investment it could take 300 years to fix.

Shadow Veterans' Affairs Minister Barnaby Joyce weighs in on the federal government's funding cuts to a national project devoted to restoring the unmarked graves of 12,000 diggers from the Great War. Minister Joyce told Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive, "We as a nation, owe them at least the dignity of a headstone."

Yesterday, we reported on huge funding cuts to a national project that fixes unmarked WW1 graves, so our diggers can have a military plaque or headstone added to their final resting place. Today, Gary Hardgrave interviews the founders of an incredible organisation called the Australian Remembrance Army, which is in the process of restoring more than 700 of these graves at Lutwyche Cermetery. But they might have to put their work on hold with the funding drying up - further delaying recognition for our war heroes that should have been given years ago.

4BC Drive can exclusively reveal that Queensland Police took 51 minutes to respond to a bomb threat at Helensvale State High School last Friday. Newly minted Police Minister Dan Purdie joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss how to ensure emergency calls are responded to swiftly.

Hear the touching story of a Brisbane cemetery that has dressed the unmarked graves of WW1 diggers with headstones honouring their service. Plus, why federal government funding cuts will make it harder for other communities to do the same.

The Katter Party has heaped pressure on the LNP to adopt Castle Law to help home owners better protect themselves. KAP Deputy Leader Nick Dametto joins 4BC Drive's Gary Hardgrave.

1209 days have passed since Brisbane was named an Olympic host. But we have nothing to show for it, and Olympian Brooke Hanson is not happy! She joins Gary Hardgrave with the athlete's perspective on how things are tracking.

Queensland squash great Geoff Hunt has joined Don Bradman and Dawn Fraser in being elevated to legendary status in Queensland's Hall of Fame. He joins Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive.

Senator Matt Canavan joins 4BC Drive's Gary Hardgrave to discuss Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's new misinformation bill, which they warn could pose a major threat to freedom of expression - and what we can see and say online.

Media has been locked out of the courtroom for the case of the 16-year-old who was accused of causing a fatal crash in Murrumba Downs yesterday. Nine News Reporter Josh Bavas has the latest on 4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave.

Queensland Beach Volleyball Olympian and International Sport Executive and Consultant Anita Palm joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to explain why events should be taken to the regions for Brisbane 2032.

The Courier Mail's Chief Rugby League Writer Pete Badel joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss Ezra Mam's impending penalty for failing a roadside drug test, Michael Maguire's stance on the situation and the Dolphins making a play for Ben Hunt. He also mentioned the news that NRL players who join a new expansion team in PNG will be exempt from tax following a deal between the ARL and the PNG government.

AMP Chief Economist and Head of Investment Strategy Shane Oliver joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss the huge impact Donald Trump's re-election has had on the global market and what to expect from an economical standpoint in the next four years.

Tricia Munn travels Queensland schools delivering social media awareness training. Here, she joins Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to explain why education is crucial and could be more effective than any social media ban on kids.

Donald Trump has beaten Kamala Harris in the US election to become America's 47th President.

Jay Gordon from the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss why taxpayers are paying so much for electricity.

Major Bruce Harmer from the Salvation Army joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss the launching of the 37th annual Wishing Tree Appeal which alarming statistics revealing just how bad families are coping in the lead up to Christmas.

Shadow Minister for Home Affairs Senator James Paterson joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to react to the High Court ruling that imposing ankle bracelets and curfews on immigrant detainees is unconstitutional.

Gary Hardgrave shared on 4BC Drive why he thinks Donald Trump winning the Presidency in America is so important.

Dr Christopher Reynolds joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss his book 'A Capital Idea' which claims to be the most comprehensive and accurate record of Australian history ever published.

Gary Hardgrave outlined on 4BC Drive Labor's new look shadow cabinet after losing the 2024 state election to David Crisafulli's LNP.

Tooty Scott, a handler at Marineland Melanesia Crocodile Habitat, joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to remember Cassius, the 110-year-old saltwater crocodile who died yesterday.

The first and only female jockey to ever win the Melbourne Cup, Michelle Payne, joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to reflect on her riding career and discuss the big race tomorrow.

Real Estate Institute of Queensland CEO Antonia Mercorella joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss a new report released on housing availability and the picture it paints for people trying to own a home.

Gary Hardgrave had his say on 4BC Drive on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's new HECS debt deal which would see students given a 20 per cent discount on their loans.

Dana Browne, who is a part of Convoy For Kids, joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to explain why up to 1,000 trucks will be taking over the streets of Brisbane tomorrow for children in need.

Cobber Challenge Marketing Manager Kellie Savage joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive after a Kelpie from Queensland named Bear took out the top gong as Australia's best working dog.

The Sydney Morning Herald Chief League Writer Adrian Proszenko joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss all the movement in the player market with all free agent players able to sign with clubs for 2026 from today.

Monash University Accident Research Centre Professor Stuart Newstead joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to explain what to look for in buying a secondhand car in order to avoid being scammed.

Voice for Victims Advocate Ben Cannon joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to react to the verdict in the judge-only trial of the second teenager charged in the home-invasion murder of Emma Lovell.

Independent Queensland Senator Gerard Rennick, who was disendorsed by the LNP after raising concerns over the COVID vaccines, joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to give his thoughts on the findings from the COVID response inquiry.

Gary Hardgrave has shone the light on the dark side of superannuation on 4BC Drive and explained just how the system works.

NBN Co Customer Experience Expert Jane McNamara joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to provide tips for optimising your home internet setup.

Stewart Gibson from the Walloon Hotel in Ipswich joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss the pub's launch of 'glass amnesty week' and the reason behind the campaign. The Walloon Hotel has lost about $200 a week from stolen glasses.

Broncos legend Andrew McCullough joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss Ben Hunt's future in the NRL after the star halfback was granted an immediate release from his contract at the Dragons.

Gary Hardgrave has revealed on 4BC Drive that the Australian Retirement Trust has a major issue delivering pension payments to its members, which has been ongoing since Friday.

Queensland University of Technology Retail Expert Gary Mortimer joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to explain the fantastic new Victorian Police initiative making online transactions safer and why it should be adopted in the Sunshine State.

Renowned singer and songwriter Dami Im joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive live in studio ahead of the Eurovision World Tour of Australia.

Infectious Diseases Expert Dr Paul Griffin joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to breakdown the findings from the inquiry into Australia's COVID-19 response.

Traffic Lawyer Andrew Wiseman from Wiseman Lawyers joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to answer your questions about the use of dashcam footage to prove liability after a traffic incident or road rage.

RACQ Head of Public Policy Dr Michael Kane joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to unpack the latest road rage data that reveals more drivers are starting to pack weapons in their cars.