After a tough 2025 marked by mine closures, a massive new copper project and a signed rescue package are set to transform the North West. 

Mayor Peta MacRae joined the program to explain why the region’s mineral reserves are once again the backbone of the local economy.

After a tough 2025 marked by mine closures, a massive new copper project and a signed rescue package are set to transform the North West. 
Mayor Peta MacRae joined the program to explain why the region&rsquo;s mineral reserves are once again the backbone of the local economy.

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 Peta MacRae says 2026 is Mount Isa’s comeback year

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

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FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave, Wednesday March 18th, 2026

Heart Foundation dietitian Gemma O'Hanlon joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to bust common myths about nuts and weight gain, revealing that a staggering 98% of people don't meet their daily 30-gram requirement. 

She explained how eating a handful of any unsalted nut variety each day provides essential fibre and can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease.

Heart Foundation dietitian Gemma O'Hanlon joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to bust common myths about nuts and weight gain, revealing that a staggering 98% of people don't meet their daily 30-gram requirement. 
She explained how eating a handful of any unsalted nut variety each day provides essential fibre and can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease.

Why 98% of us are missing out on a simple daily habit that slashes heart disease risk

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Public policy expert Dr Scott Prasser joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to strongly criticise the Queensland government's $100 Back to School Boost, labelling it a "placebo policy" that fails to target families in genuine need.

The pair discussed how universal, non-means-tested handouts contribute to inflation, ultimately suggesting alternative solutions like tax deductibility or cutting government spending entirely.

Public policy expert Dr Scott Prasser joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to strongly criticise the Queensland government's $100 Back to School Boost, labelling it a "placebo policy" that fails to target families in genuine need.
The pair discussed how universal, non-means-tested handouts contribute to inflation, ultimately suggesting alternative solutions like tax deductibility or cutting government spending entirely.

Could making school costs tax-deductible solve Queensland’s back-to-school cash grab?

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Summer Around The State: Mayor Peta MacRae says 2026 is Mount Isa’s comeback year

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