It sounds impossible, but a major new study reveals that overall life satisfaction has plummeted below the dark days of pandemic lockdowns. 

Economist Terry Rawnsley joined Gary Hardgrave to unpack the data and explain the hidden forces driving this national gloom.

It sounds impossible, but a major new study reveals that overall life satisfaction has plummeted below the dark days of pandemic lockdowns. 
Economist Terry Rawnsley joined Gary Hardgrave to unpack the data and explain the hidden forces driving this national gloom.

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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Why Australians are officially less happy right now than during 2020 COVID lockdowns

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The Wokey Pokey is our weekly opportunity to laugh at the world of woke that is slowly taking over... 

Because if you don’t laugh - you cry.

The Wokey Pokey is our weekly opportunity to laugh at the world of woke that is slowly taking over...&nbsp;
Because if you don&rsquo;t laugh - you cry.

This week's edition of Wokey Pokey!

The NRL’s top whistle-blower has been exposed for harbouring a massive $400,000 secret that could threaten the game's integrity. 

Hear the explosive details on why head office kept this hidden from fans for years, and what it means for next week's State of Origin.

The NRL&rsquo;s top whistle-blower has been exposed for harbouring a massive $400,000 secret that could threaten the game's integrity. 
Hear the explosive details on why head office kept this hidden from fans for years, and what it means for next week's State of Origin.

Why Australians are officially less happy right now than during 2020 COVID lockdowns

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