Move over, Hamilton Island, Mayor Ry Collins took us on a tour of the Whitsundays' "on-land" treasures, including the best fish and chips in Queensland. 

From crocodile safaris on the Proserpine River to the iconic big mango in Bowen, find out where the locals go to play.

Move over, Hamilton Island, Mayor Ry Collins took us on a tour of the Whitsundays' "on-land" treasures, including the best fish and chips in Queensland.&nbsp;
From crocodile safaris on the Proserpine River to the iconic big mango in Bowen, find out where the locals go to play.

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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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

Summer Around The State: Why 40,000 people now call the Whitsundays home

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

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Shadow NDIS Minister Melissa McIntosh revealed the shocking reality of systemic fraud where billions are lost annually while vulnerable Australians are forced to gaffer-tape their own prosthetic limbs. 

She joined Gary to argue why targeting fraudsters, rather than cutting participant support, is the only way to save the scheme.

Shadow NDIS Minister Melissa McIntosh revealed the shocking reality of systemic fraud where billions are lost annually while vulnerable Australians are forced to gaffer-tape their own prosthetic limbs. 
She joined Gary to argue why targeting fraudsters, rather than cutting participant support, is the only way to save the scheme.

NDIS rort crisis: Melissa McIntosh exposes $5 billion fraud and "atrocious" neglect

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Beyond DV founder Carolyn Robinson shared the harrowing story of her daughter’s experience with a repeat offender and explained why a formal disclosure scheme is vital for safety. 

Discover how this proposed "Right to Know" law could empower individuals to identify "red flags" and escape dangerous patterns before it’s too late.

Beyond DV founder Carolyn Robinson shared the harrowing story of her daughter&rsquo;s experience with a repeat offender and explained why a formal disclosure scheme is vital for safety. 
Discover how this proposed "Right to Know" law could empower individuals to identify "red flags" and escape dangerous patterns before it&rsquo;s too late.

Why Queensland needs a domestic violence disclosure scheme now

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Summer Around The State: Why 40,000 people now call the Whitsundays home

Summer Around The State

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