The Brisbane Story Bridge Adventure Climb company plans to offer alcohol at the top of the bridge as part of the climb experience. Additionally, they aim to construct safety lines and stairs to allow people to walk up the north side of the bridge. Gary Hardgrave said on 4BC Drive, "It's great to let your hair down but let's be real under no circumstances should you be allowed to sink a tinny on the top of the Story Bridge."

Queensland's local seafood industry could be in danger of being overrun by foreign interference following the Australian Environmental Minister, Tanya Plibersek’s plan to halt Tasmanian salmon farming in Macquarie Harbour.  The President of the Queensland Seafood Marketers Association Ian Hamilton told Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive, 'there's plenty stuff from the Gulf this year, plenty of fish around.' 'It's good just to see local people get on their fishmongers and support the Australian wild caught and aquaculture as well and most of it Queensland caught.' 'You've got the fishermen, they continue to innovate, they continue to do the best they can and above and beyond what they need to do,' he said.

One in 70 Australians suffer from Coeliac disease with over 80% undiagnosed. This has raised serious concerns with Coeliac Australia calling for more awareness to fund the much-needed research into the silent disease. Olympic swimmer and Coeliac Australia Ambassador Brooke Hanson told Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive, 'unfortunately for me, like so many people out there that have coeliac disease, Christmas will not be the same.' 'This Christmas appeal is so close to my heart and I'm after everyone to dig deep because I'd love to find a cure,' she said.

Federal Labor has launched a review into salmon farming in Tasmania as greenwashing continues to sweep across Australia's seafood industry. The review is driven by a coalition between the Bob Brown Foundation, the Australia Institute, and the Environmental Defenders Office. Federal Member for Braddon Gavin Pearce told Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive, "That $1.3 billion industry and those local jobs are the lifeblood of our west coast." "Now you know yourself that that west coast isn't a heavily populated region. We rely on mining, tourism, and the salmon industry," "The real people of the world that's trying to put food on tables and trying to keep their families fed, it's affecting them the worst," he continued.

One of Australia’s biggest synagogues in Melbourne was firebombed in the early hours of this morning. The Adass Israel Synagogue, which was built by Holocaust survivors, was targeted at ten past four. No one was killed or injured in the blaze.

Following yesterday's interview with Jason Steinberg, President of the Queensland Jewish Board of Deputies, a Brisbane woman contacted 4BC Drive. Rebecca has firsthand experience of anti-semitism in Brisbane and has family connections to the October 7 hostages. She joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss her experiences and raise awareness about anti-semitism in Australia. 

West Australia is the latest state to legislate Jack's Law, but there are early signs it could go global with inquiries coming from overseas. Co-founder of the Jack Beasley Foundation, Brett Beasley told Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive, "I'm happy to announce that Jack's Law has been signed off and is currently in Western Australia." "We're going to make Jack's Law a national law, and I've had some inquiries from New Zealand and Canada," he said.

Gary has gotten the band together to create a new theme song for 4BC Drive.  But he wants to hear from you, do you think it should be a permanent fixture? 

The second offender involved in the home invasion that led to the death of Emma Lovell in 2022 has been sentenced to 18 months in jail for burglary and assault in-company. Lyndy Atkinson from Voice for Victims was inside the courtroom and joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss the verdict. 

The Business Council of Australia has demonstrated that Queensland has one of the toughest regulatory environments, making it extremely difficult for businesses to remain viable over a long time.  CEO of the Australian Restaurant and Cafe Association Wes Lambert told Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive, "Small businesses shouldn't be the ones constantly hammered by strict regulations."

The federal government announced the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL), aimed at addressing the major skills shortage in the construction industry. The list included 456 trades, but not all have been included. CEO of the Master Builders Association Australia Denita Wawn told Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive, "We're perplexed by the decision today, and concerned we have not been listened to effectively to resolve these shortages."  "It simply does not make any sense to us," Ms Wawn continued. 

John Elliott has captured some of the most memorable moments and landscapes etched into Australian folklore. Mr Elliott joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss his newest photography exhibition, showcasing his portraits from the last 50 years. 

A new survey has shown that Queensland nurses are avoiding night shifts due to verbal, physical, and sexual harassment they face while walking to and from their cars after hours. Queensland Health Minister Tim Nicholls told Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive, "Very much aware of the issues that are there...and it's being taken seriously." "I've actually just had a meeting with the Director General earlier today, and raised that issue with him directly," Minister Nicholls continued.

Hikers could soon be allowed back on the Kokoda Track after a pay dispute between the Papua New Guinea government and local villages along the track saw it shut indefinitely in September. Kokoda trek leader Wayne Wetherall, the owner of the Kokoda Spirit trek company, has the latest on 4BC Drive with Dean Miller filling in for Gary Hardgrave.

4BC Drive has been following the story of Christine Rose and her husband, David, who were scammed out of $40,000 while purchasing their first home.  Last night, the family received devastating news from ING. Christine Rose joined Dean Miller on 4BC Drive to reveal the outcome of the investigation. 

The 'Future Brisbane' event brought leaders together to discuss the Brisbane 2032 Olympics.  Leader of the Sydney 2000 Olympics bid Rod McGeoch told Dean Miller on 4BC Drive that a new stadium is the right way forward for Brisbane.  However, he isn't convinced the state government agrees. "I did get the strong impression the government of the day is pretty fixed on no more stadiums," Mr McGeoch said. 

Jane McNamara, spokesperson for the NBN joined Jasey Dasey on 4BC Drive to break down how to take advantage of black Friday sales to optimise your home internet as we move into the holiday season.  Ms. McNamara told Jason Dasey, "You could really save hundreds of dollars on your NBN plan by doing some research." "Think about the number of people in your home, the number of connected devices and do a bit of research, call your phone and internet provider and check what plan you're on, see if it still meets your needs." Click here to learn more.

It's AusMusic T-Shirt Day! Jason Dasey was joined by ARIA Hall Of Famer Daryl Braithwaite ahead of his upcoming concerts in South-East Queensland.

Australian Entertainment lawyer Andrew Marshall joined Jason Dasey on 4BC Drive to discuss the fight over Felix The Cat and the Australian family of the creator

The NSW Government has committed to repaying more than 23,000 fines issued during the COVID-19 pandemic. Independent Senator Gerard Rennick joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to argue why Queensland should follow suit.

Yesterday, Christine Rose shared her family was scammed out of $40,000 as they were purchasing their first home.  Australian Banking Association CEO Anna Bligh joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss the advancement of banking scams. 'It's Whac-A-Mole, as soon as the door is closed on one type of scam these criminals will do their best to find another way. Once upon a time criminals who wanted your money would come through the front of a bank with a shotgun. Now, they're doing what they can to trick us at a scale we've never seen before." Ms Bligh said. 

Today, Queensland's 58th Parliament was sworn in. Gary Hardgrave believes Premier David Crisafulli needs to be transparent regarding his involvement in a failed training company.

Christine Rose and her husband, David, were in the middle of purchasing a home when they were scammed out of $40,000. The scammers mimicked and continued an email thread Christine had with her solicitors. Christine Rose joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss how the scam occurred and the response from the banks. 

Australians are growing increasingly reliant on charities as the cost of living continues to hit hard.

Libertarian Senate candidate Jim Willmott has claimed the implementation of renewable energies like wind and solar is destroying farmland and animal habitats.

A new app is being touted as an alternative to a social media ban for those under 16, which will ensure kids are working for screen time.

Following on in our series of stories on unmarked war Graves, Gary Hardgrave chats with John Brownlie, President of The Headstone Project in South Australia to share his experiences in S.A, and how the funding cuts are being felt nationally.

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.