4BC Drive, live every weekday afternoon. With the latest news, 4BC will keep you updated on your drive home.
Listen to Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive weekdays from 3:00pm
A youth offender who brutally assaulted a disabled man in Springfield Lakes has avoided a recorded conviction, with the judge citing old laws for the lenient sentence. Gary Hardgrave spoke to the victim’s mother about the courtroom swagger she witnessed and why the justice system has failed her family.
Pauline Hanson joined Gary Hardgrave and reacted to the political earthquake caused by Barnaby Joyce joining One Nation, explaining exactly why the former Deputy PM felt he had no choice but to defect. She also dropped a cryptic hint about even more major announcements on the horizon, warning listeners to "watch this space" in the coming months.
An Optus executive joined Gary Hardgrave to explain why a vulnerable grandmother was subjected to rigorous ID checks and long wait times while her phone lines were down. Hear the company's explanation for the error and the new promises they are making to protect elderly customers.
A 14-year-old Adelaide student has already humiliated the government’s incoming social media ban by tricking facial recognition software into thinking he was a 25-year-old adult. The IPA's John Roskam explained why this "slapdash" policy is technologically impossible to enforce and why Australian children are being treated like lab rats.
Did the government mislead Australians about bringing ISIS brides home? Senator Jonathon Duniam exposed explosive documents that suggest Tony Burke was personally involved in secret arrangements with Save the Children despite public denials.
Social media stars Those Carter Boys reveal why the usually loud Barmy Army has gone suspiciously quiet on the streets of Brisbane following the Perth defeat. The duo also dropped a bold prediction for how quickly the Aussie attack will wrap up the day-night Test.
She went from a palliative care nurse to a paralysed patient overnight, only to face six rejections for government support. Listen to how a critical grant from Youngcare didn't just make Kate's home safe, but finally forced the NDIS to take her disability seriously.
Forget the reindeer! Hundreds of Santas are taking over the Gold Coast on jet skis this weekend to create "Queensland snow." Founder Jane Padden revealed how this wild annual spectacle brings magic and Christmas gifts to children living in residential care.
The Australian Energy Market Operator has issued a dire warning about widespread blackouts across Eastern Australia this summer. Shadow Energy Minister Dan Tehan joined Gary Hardgrave to explain why soaring power bills and a "rush" to renewables are pushing the grid to the brink of collapse.
With Warner Music signing a historic deal with AI platform Suno, Gary Hardgrave asked if we are witnessing the death of human songwriting. Music expert Sean Sennett weighed in on the controversy and reacted to Gary's attempt at generating an instant hit.
With business insurance claims doubling in the last three years, Queensland small business owners are facing a "perfect storm" of risk this summer. BizCover’s Brad Miller explained why "business interruption" cover is the safety net you can't afford to skip and busted the myth that premiums are constantly rising.
He’s the voice behind the viral cartoons, and he does a Prime Minister Albanese impression so accurate it requires a spittle warning. Please Explain creator Mark Nicholson roasted the nation’s leaders and shared the one politician who is actually ‘too authentic’ to parody.
While taxpayers foot a massive bill for the controversial BoM update, Supernormal Systems founder Ben Flint claimed he replicated the interface in just 60 minutes. He joined Gary to expose the "classic playbook" big consulting firms use to blow budgets out by 23 times the original quote.
Before you put an e-scooter under the Christmas tree, listen to this urgent warning from Queensland Police regarding the deadly risks involved. Chief Superintendent Mark Wheeler explained why these popular gifts aren't just toys and clarified the strict supervision rules every parent needs to know.
Fresh off a Premiership win, the Broncos have unveiled their biggest rebrand in 25 years, leaving many fans asking why they would change a winning formula. CEO Dave Donaghy joined Gary Hardgrave to defend the bold new look and revealed the massive global ambition to make the Broncos brand as iconic as the New York Yankees.
Automated insulin delivery systems are effectively ending the daily fear of seizures for Type 1 Diabetics, but a staggering $10,000 price tag leaves most Australians behind. Local veteran Scott Cornick explained how this technology transformed his 33-year battle with the condition and why government funding is now a matter of life and death.
With 51,000 teachers walking off the job today, TPAQ State Secretary Edward Schuller labels the industrial action a "sham" designed to cover up the QTU's negotiation failures. He explained why union executives are the only ones winning while students and parents suffer the chaos.
From 'exploding' hail to flash flooding caused by blocked drains, listeners call in to report the damage as a summer storm tears through the region. Nine’s Garry Youngberry explained the science behind the 120km/h downdrafts and predicted exactly when the wild weather would finally ease.
Cricket legend Greg Ritchie doesn't hold back on England's performance, labelling their bowling and leadership the worst he has witnessed in his lifetime. He joined the show to dissect the chaotic two-day Test and debate the massive selection gamble now facing Australia's top order.
Brisbane State High is now so overcrowded that senior students are being forced onto a part-time timetable just to manage the numbers. P&C President Chris Dutkowski explained why the school is "bursting at the seams" and why parents are terrified of the massive new development planned for the old Visy site.
Despite England’s collapse in Perth, former fast bowler Carl Rackemann argued that the intimidation factor of a Brisbane opener is impossible to replace. He joined Gary Hardgrave to discuss the "haunting" effect the Gabba has on tourists and why Cricket Australia needs to rethink the schedule.
Queensland cricket legend Greg "Fat Cat" Ritchie explains why England’s "cocky" lack of preparation will hand Australia a 3-0 series victory. He also faces the "Pressure Round," delivering a surprisingly harsh verdict on why Steve Smith should never captain the side again.
Glen from Forest Lake shares a heartbreaking first-hand account of the grief consuming his neighbours after a fatal crash on the Bruce Highway. His plea to impatient drivers is a powerful reminder of exactly who gets left behind when things go wrong on the road.
Sussan Ley joined Gary Hardgrave to answer your questions and warned that young Australians may never own a home due to the soaring cost of imported building materials. She explained how energy policy is directly impacting construction costs and why the next generation is at risk of being worse off than their parents.
With Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood ruled out of the Perth opener, former Test star Greg Blewett joins the show to unpack the massive changes to Australia's line-up . Listen in to hear which debutant is tipped to open the batting and why Blewy is backing Steve Smith to tactically dismantle England's "Bazball" approach.
Why are people waiting 24 hours for treatment on hospital floors? Bronwyn Bishop blasts the government's mass immigration policy as a "Ponzi scheme" that is straining public services and is "bad for the country."
Gary Hardgrave slams the Queensland government for failing on everything from small business to infrastructure, calling it an "Annastacia wobble." Hear the passionate plea for ministers to stop making excuses, ditch the "same same," and finally deliver a real "fresh start."
Nick Dametto joined Gary Hardgrave to discuss the massive gamble he took resigning from state parliament to run for Townsville Mayor. Hear how the bet paid off, delivering him an emphatic 63% mandate from the voters.
Why are everyday pensioners being forced through 'paperwork warfare' while the Prime Minister and public servants enjoy guaranteed defined benefits? Gary Hardgrave called out this 'systemic elder abuse' and argued for a system that treats all older Australians with dignity.
Listen to Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive weekdays from 3pm-6pm.
After losing his 18-year-old son in a tragic 4WD crash, a grieving father has channelled his pain into a powerful mission for change. Kent Payne explained how the Harrison Payne Initiative is fighting for mandatory off-road training before another family suffers the same loss.
An 18-year-old Englishman is so desperate to see The Ashes in Australia that he's spent four months travelling here from the UK without taking a single flight. Gary Hardgrave chatted with Tommy "Cheese Naan" Lamb from Vietnam about his 'loosely planned' 17-country journey, which included military escorts in Pakistan and a recent motorbike crash that left him with a fractured skull.
Brisbane commuters now face four daily waves of peak-hour traffic because they have to drive through the city just to get around it. Gary Hardgrave and transport engineer David Hayward discussed the four major tunnels an AI report says we need to build to finally break the gridlock.
