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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The Nationals leader warned that new hate speech laws could criminalise everyday political debate while ignoring the "extreme Islamic ideology" he claimed is the real threat. 

He argued that the government needs to be more prescriptive to stop Australia from turning into a "nanny state."

The Nationals leader warned that new hate speech laws could criminalise everyday political debate while ignoring the "extreme Islamic ideology" he claimed is the real threat. 
He argued that the government needs to be more prescriptive to stop Australia from turning into a "nanny state."

David Littleproud demands focus on Radical Islam over broad hate speech bills

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Dr. Alan Patching delivered the world’s largest Olympic stadium on time and on budget, but he warned that Brisbane is currently facing a "vertical" climb in construction costs.

Find out why the next six months are the most critical milestone for the Victoria Park project and what happens if we miss the deadline.

Dr. Alan Patching delivered the world&rsquo;s largest Olympic stadium on time and on budget, but he warned that Brisbane is currently facing a "vertical" climb in construction costs.
Find out why the next six months are the most critical milestone for the Victoria Park project and what happens if we miss the deadline.

The man who built Sydney’s stadium reveals if we’re on track for 2032

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

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