Mayor Nick Dametto doesn't hold back on the city’s biggest challenge, detailing the urgent legislative changes needed to support police on the front lines. 

He discussed the reality of public safety and the "back-to-basics" approach he’s taking to steady the ship.

Mayor Nick Dametto doesn't hold back on the city&rsquo;s biggest challenge, detailing the urgent legislative changes needed to support police on the front lines. 
He discussed the reality of public safety and the "back-to-basics" approach he&rsquo;s taking to steady the ship.

We’re taking a tour of Queensland’s best backyards, with the Locals in Charge. One Day. One Mayor - It's 4BC's Summer Around The State

We&rsquo;re taking a tour of Queensland&rsquo;s best backyards, with the Locals in Charge. One Day. One Mayor - It's 4BC's Summer Around The State

Summer Around The State

4BC Drive, live every weekday afternoon. With the latest news, 4BC will keep you updated on your drive home.

4BC Drive, live every weekday afternoon. With the latest news, 4BC will keep you updated on your drive home.

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Summer Around The State: Mayor Dametto calls for tougher laws to tackle Townsville’s Youth Crime crisis

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Listen to Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive weekdays from 3:00pm

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Could the Anzac bond become a formal union? 

Political commentator David Farrar joined Gary Hardgrave to explain why global instability means it’s time for New Zealand to ditch independence and become Australia’s newest state.

Could the Anzac bond become a formal union? 
Political commentator David Farrar joined Gary Hardgrave to explain why global instability means it&rsquo;s time for New Zealand to ditch independence and become Australia&rsquo;s newest state.

The 7th State? Why NZ’s top pollster says it’s time to join Australia now

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Queensland is teetering on the edge of a credit rating downgrade that could spark a massive surge in interest repayments and household charges. 

Economist Gene Tunny joined Gary Hardgrave to explain why "buying groceries on a credit card" has left the state budget in a $19 billion hole and what it means for your wallet.

Queensland is teetering on the edge of a credit rating downgrade that could spark a massive surge in interest repayments and household charges. 
Economist Gene Tunny joined Gary Hardgrave to explain why "buying groceries on a credit card" has left the state budget in a $19 billion hole and what it means for your wallet.

Why Queensland’s 'negative' credit outlook is a warning for every household

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Summer Around The State: Mayor Dametto calls for tougher laws to tackle Townsville’s Youth Crime crisis

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