



FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave, Tuesday May 19th, 2026
Listen to Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive weekdays from 3:00pm

Why the new federal budget means a 'double whammy' tax bill for small business
Small business owners across Australia are facing a massive financial burden as new federal budget measures target discretionary trusts. Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Acting CEO David Alexander joined Gary to break down how these changes will force family operations into a costly ta…

Why a federal funding snub in North West QLD is set to drive up your grocery bills
North West Queensland farmers have been dealt a massive blow after the federal government rejected crucial disaster recovery funding following devastating local floods. Etheridge Shire Mayor Barry Hughes warned that turning their backs on producers will directly impact supermarket shelves and the…

How a call to 4BC 25 years ago sparked a 700-volunteer army for QLD's vulnerable
Gary Hardgrave shared a deeply personal connection to Mission Possible Volunteers, a Logan-based group that brings comfort to local hospitals through handmade crafts. Founder Gail Harrower explained how the grassroots movement grew from a single radio call into a network of 700 volunteers across …

FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave, Monday May 18th, 2026
Listen to Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive weekdays from 3:00pm

Tickle v Giggle: Why the Coalition vows to change Trans Discrimination Laws
The Federal Court has upheld a landmark ruling against the women-only app Giggle for Girls, finding its exclusion of a transgender woman constituted gender identity discrimination. Shadow Minister for Women Melissa McIntosh joined Gary Hardgrave to discuss why the Coalition is now committing to r…

The brutal postcode lottery inside Australia’s aged care crisis
Older Australians are facing a brutal postcode lottery, with some forced to wait nearly a year for essential home care assessments. Trilogy Care CEO Luke Traini joined Gary Hardgrave to discuss why the system is failing and the heartbreaking reality that many are running out of time.

Why the LNP’s ‘cult-like’ roadside waving lost the Stafford by-election
By hiding behind "sterile" roadside signs and refusing to let candidate Fiona Hammond speak to the media, the LNP’s hyper-cautious campaign completely lost touch with everyday voters. Discover why modern political machines are so terrified of unscripted moments, and how Labor’s willingness to act…

FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave, Friday May 15th, 2026
Listen to Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive weekdays from 3:00pm

Michael Maguire on Broncos' hunger and the cause uniting rivals
Maguire opened up about the "expectation" of winning and how the club’s recent struggles have built a deep respect across the league. He also gives a special nod to the Embrace the Magic walk, which saw past and present players trek 50km to raise vital funds for mental health.