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.

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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 4BC Drive weekdays from 3:00pm.

 

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Full Show: 4BC Drive with Carla Bignasca, September 14th, 2026

Logan Mayor Jon Raven addressed resident frustration over gridlocked roads in Queensland’s fastest-growing city, revealing why infrastructure takes years to build. 

He shared an eye-opening encounter with Logan’s sister city in Taiwan that sparked plans to test smarter traffic management locally.

Logan Mayor Jon Raven addressed resident frustration over gridlocked roads in Queensland&rsquo;s fastest-growing city, revealing why infrastructure takes years to build. 
He shared an eye-opening encounter with Logan&rsquo;s sister city in Taiwan that sparked plans to test smarter traffic management locally.

Why Logan traffic lights are stasis-bound while neighbours go AI

After 13cabs cut 100 drivers for misconduct, Taxi Council of Queensland CEO Blair Davies joined the show to discuss why rogue cabbies are ruining the industry's reputation. 

He revealed why a national driver database will not work and explained why sending covert officers into nightlife hotspots is the real key to protecting passengers.

After 13cabs cut 100 drivers for misconduct, Taxi Council of Queensland CEO Blair Davies joined the show to discuss why rogue cabbies are ruining the industry's reputation. 
He revealed why a national driver database will not work and explained why sending covert officers into nightlife hotspots is the real key to protecting passengers.

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

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