A new report reveals that pushing toward net zero could send electricity costs soaring by up to 55% after 2030. 

IPA Research Fellow Saxon Davidson joined Gary Hardgrave to break down why abandoning these targets for reliable coal might be the only way to save your wallet.

A new report reveals that pushing toward net zero could send electricity costs soaring by up to 55% after 2030. 
IPA Research Fellow Saxon Davidson joined Gary Hardgrave to break down why abandoning these targets for reliable coal might be the only way to save your wallet.

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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As domestic violence deaths tragically continue to rise across Australia, a heated political war has erupted over an apparent $40 million funding cut to state prevention services. 

Listen to the full 4BC Drive News Deep Dive to hear the Minister defend the budget changes against fierce backlash from the Opposition and community advocates.

As domestic violence deaths tragically continue to rise across Australia, a heated political war has erupted over an apparent $40 million funding cut to state prevention services. 
Listen to the full 4BC Drive News Deep Dive to hear the Minister defend the budget changes against fierce backlash from the Opposition and community advocates.

Why the Opposition wants the DV minister sacked over $40M Qld budget cut

The Prime Minister has announced a brand new national framework and a dedicated Office of AI to tackle the massive, rapid rise of generative technology. 

University of Queensland expert Professor Shazia Sadiq joined Gary to break down whether these safeguards will protect local creators or just hold back innovation.

The Prime Minister has announced a brand new national framework and a dedicated Office of AI to tackle the massive, rapid rise of generative technology. 
University of Queensland expert Professor Shazia Sadiq joined Gary to break down whether these safeguards will protect local creators or just hold back innovation.

Why a new CSIRO report warns power bills will skyrocket 55%

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