Mayor Nick Dametto doesn't hold back on the city’s biggest challenge, detailing the urgent legislative changes needed to support police on the front lines. 

He discussed the reality of public safety and the "back-to-basics" approach he’s taking to steady the ship.

Mayor Nick Dametto doesn't hold back on the city&rsquo;s biggest challenge, detailing the urgent legislative changes needed to support police on the front lines. 
He discussed the reality of public safety and the "back-to-basics" approach he&rsquo;s taking to steady the ship.

Summer Around The State: Mayor Dametto calls for tougher laws to tackle Townsville’s Youth Crime crisis

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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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Robbie Katter joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Summer Breakfast to discuss the "pathetic" response of the Federal Government to North Queensland's flooding.

They specifically target the lack of reliable BoM data and the financial burden placed on small councils.

Robbie Katter joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Summer Breakfast to discuss the "pathetic" response of the Federal Government to North Queensland's flooding.
They specifically target the lack of reliable BoM data and the financial burden placed on small councils.

Build the dam: Katter’s crusade for flood mitigation and water storage

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Motoring Journalist Trent Nikolic joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Summer Breakfast to warn that the federal government's push for cleaner cars ignores the practical limitations of current EV technology for towing and long-distance travel.

He suggests that instead of refreshing the national fleet, the rising costs of new vehicles will likely force Australians to hold onto older, less efficient cars for longer.

Motoring Journalist Trent Nikolic joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Summer Breakfast to warn that the federal government's push for cleaner cars ignores the practical limitations of current EV technology for towing and long-distance travel.
He suggests that instead of refreshing the national fleet, the rising costs of new vehicles will likely force Australians to hold onto older, less efficient cars for longer.

How Australia’s new efficiency standards could cost motorists billions

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For less than the cost of a suburban block of land, you could own a 12-bedroom hotel and a slice of Queensland mining history. 

Michael Philpott from Tourism Brokers joined us to explain why this Collinsville "fixer-upper" is the ultimate opportunity for anyone looking to ditch the city for a "pub change."

For less than the cost of a suburban block of land, you could own a 12-bedroom hotel and a slice of Queensland mining history. 
Michael Philpott from Tourism Brokers joined us to explain why this Collinsville "fixer-upper" is the ultimate opportunity for anyone looking to ditch the city for a "pub change."

Forget a Brisbane mortgage: A North Queensland pub is selling for just $425k

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Discover the secrets of Australia's wettest region as Mayor Teresa Millwood revealed what it’s really like to live among World Heritage wonders and "dangerous" birds. 

From record-breaking rainfall to the truth about cassowary encounters, this is a fascinating look at life in the tropical north.

Discover the secrets of Australia's wettest region as Mayor Teresa Millwood revealed what it&rsquo;s really like to live among World Heritage wonders and "dangerous" birds. 
From record-breaking rainfall to the truth about cassowary encounters, this is a fascinating look at life in the tropical north.

Summer Around The State: Why 400mm of rain is "just normal" for the Cassowary Coast

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Federal Environment Minister Murray Watt explained why he ruled that preliminary drilling at Victoria Park doesn’t pose an "immediate threat" to Indigenous heritage sites. 

He detailed the discovery of significant burial grounds and how a new federal mediator plans to balance Olympic progress with cultural preservation.

Federal Environment Minister Murray Watt explained why he ruled that preliminary drilling at Victoria Park doesn&rsquo;t pose an "immediate threat" to Indigenous heritage sites. 
He detailed the discovery of significant burial grounds and how a new federal mediator plans to balance Olympic progress with cultural preservation.

Why Minister Murray Watt rejected the bid to halt Victoria Park construction

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Virgin Australia is introducing strict new carry-on restrictions starting February 2nd to address chronic flight delays and safety concerns during turbulence.

UniSQ Aviation Expert Tash Heap joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Summer Breakfast to explain that the move follows a global trend to reclaim cabin space and streamline the boarding process.

Virgin Australia is introducing strict new carry-on restrictions starting February 2nd to address chronic flight delays and safety concerns during turbulence.
UniSQ Aviation Expert Tash Heap joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Summer Breakfast to explain that the move follows a global trend to reclaim cabin space and streamline the boarding process.

Feb 2nd deadline: Virgin joins the global trend of carry-on enforcement

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Cloncurry Mayor Greg Campbell joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Summer Breakfast to discuss the immense loss of livestock and the isolation of Gulf communities following record rainfall and flooding.

He emphasised the need for federal investment in functional rain gauges and new dams to secure the region’s economic future.

Cloncurry Mayor Greg Campbell joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Summer Breakfast to discuss the immense loss of livestock and the isolation of Gulf communities following record rainfall and flooding.
He emphasised the need for federal investment in functional rain gauges and new dams to secure the region&rsquo;s economic future.

48,000 cattle lost: The crippling economic toll of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji

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