Professor Fiona Simpson from the UQ Fraser Institute joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to detail her lab's ground-breaking discovery using high-dose, IV travel sickness medication to reverse therapy resistance in cancer cells. 

The discussion highlights how two decades of community-driven funding through Project Pink and local organisations have made these world-leading medical breakthroughs possible.

Professor Fiona Simpson from the UQ Fraser Institute joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to detail her lab's ground-breaking discovery using high-dose, IV travel sickness medication to reverse therapy resistance in cancer cells. 
The discussion highlights how two decades of community-driven funding through Project Pink and local organisations have made these world-leading medical breakthroughs possible.

Cancer breakthroughs in jeopardy? Why local Queensland funding is the secret weapon saving lives

Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and Shadow Minister for Rural Health Dr. Anne Webster discuss a damning National Rural Health Alliance report revealing regional Australians receive $6,000 less in healthcare funding per person than city residents, leading to higher mortality rates. 

They also condemn proposed federal cuts to private health insurance rebates for over-65s, warning it will push thousands of retirees off private cover and further overwhelm the public hospital system.

Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and Shadow Minister for Rural Health Dr. Anne Webster discuss a damning National Rural Health Alliance report revealing regional Australians receive $6,000 less in healthcare funding per person than city residents, leading to higher mortality rates. 
They also condemn proposed federal cuts to private health insurance rebates for over-65s, warning it will push thousands of retirees off private cover and further overwhelm the public hospital system.

Why country Australians are dying years earlier than city residents

Following a high-profile book launch in Melbourne for his memoir A Grateful Son, former Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and opened up about his pandemic-era clashes with former Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews. 

He reflected on the political dynamics between state and federal leaders, sounded the alarm on Australia's economic challenges under the current government, and weighed in on his potential return to federal politics.

Following a high-profile book launch in Melbourne for his memoir A Grateful Son, former Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and opened up about his pandemic-era clashes with former Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews. 
He reflected on the political dynamics between state and federal leaders, sounded the alarm on Australia's economic challenges under the current government, and weighed in on his potential return to federal politics.

Josh Frydenberg breaks silence on pandemic feuds and political future

Brisbane City Council is planning to trial licensed bars on part of its CityCat ferry fleet to transform commute routes into enhanced river tourism experiences. 

Civic Cabinet Chair Andrew Wines joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast and defended the proposal against public scepticism, arguing that strict liquor licensing will prevent rowdy behaviour and build on the ferry's popular weekend appeal.

Brisbane City Council is planning to trial licensed bars on part of its CityCat ferry fleet to transform commute routes into enhanced river tourism experiences. 
Civic Cabinet Chair Andrew Wines joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast and defended the proposal against public scepticism, arguing that strict liquor licensing will prevent rowdy behaviour and build on the ferry's popular weekend appeal.

How Brisbane City Council plans to turn 50c ferry commutes into floating bars

Former Australian star Brett Kimmorley joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to break down the massive Rugby League World Cup opening clash between the Kangaroos and Kiwis. 

The panel discussed controversial team selections - including Reece Walsh starting over James Tedesco - and explored how player heritage rules are elevating international competition across the Men’s, Women’s, and Wheelchair tournaments.

Former Australian star Brett Kimmorley joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to break down the massive Rugby League World Cup opening clash between the Kangaroos and Kiwis. 
The panel discussed controversial team selections - including Reece Walsh starting over James Tedesco - and explored how player heritage rules are elevating international competition across the Men&rsquo;s, Women&rsquo;s, and Wheelchair tournaments.

Rugby League World Cup kicks off: Brett Kimmorley weighs in on Kangaroos vs. Kiwis blockbuster

Nine’s Chief Political Editor Charles Croucher joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to break down a tumultuous 24 hours in Canberra, highlighting alleged leadership friction between Anthony Albanese and Jim Chalmers following a sudden ATO credit card tax policy U-turn. 

The discussion also covers Labor's proposed family trust tax, the Senate’s blocking of private health rebate cuts, and criticism over asking states for $160 million to fund a space mission during a cost-of-living crisis.

Nine&rsquo;s Chief Political Editor Charles Croucher joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to break down a tumultuous 24 hours in Canberra, highlighting alleged leadership friction between Anthony Albanese and Jim Chalmers following a sudden ATO credit card tax policy U-turn. 
The discussion also covers Labor's proposed family trust tax, the Senate&rsquo;s blocking of private health rebate cuts, and criticism over asking states for $160 million to fund a space mission during a cost-of-living crisis.

Canberra Turmoil: Why Albanese's text message backdown is exposing a rift with Chalmers

After the Brisbane 2032 Olympic cockatoo emblem was leaked, Mountain Culture Beer Co issued a tongue-in-cheek legal demand claiming the design dangerously resembles their own brand crest. 

General Manager Bradley Firth joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast and revealed their humorous fight for brand equity - or at least free mountain biking tickets - helped trigger millions of social media views and a private response from Olympic organisers.

After the Brisbane 2032 Olympic cockatoo emblem was leaked, Mountain Culture Beer Co issued a tongue-in-cheek legal demand claiming the design dangerously resembles their own brand crest. 
General Manager Bradley Firth joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast and revealed their humorous fight for brand equity - or at least free mountain biking tickets - helped trigger millions of social media views and a private response from Olympic organisers.

"Stop using it": Independent Aussie brewery sends cease-and-desist to Brisbane 2032 Olympic bosses

The US government is facing widespread backlash over plans to live-stream the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan, leading the Trump administration to reevaluate whether the broadcast will proceed. 

Meanwhile, newly appointed White House Press Secretary Katie Zachariah faced a rough debut at the podium, drawing criticism for a brief, stumble-filled press briefing.

The US government is facing widespread backlash over plans to live-stream the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan, leading the Trump administration to reevaluate whether the broadcast will proceed. 
Meanwhile, newly appointed White House Press Secretary Katie Zachariah faced a rough debut at the podium, drawing criticism for a brief, stumble-filled press briefing.

US Government revaluates plans for live-streamed execution of Fort Hood shooter following global backlash

A century after his debut, Winnie-the-Pooh is officially entering the public domain, opening the door for wild and unfiltered adaptations. 

Professor Margaret Baguley unpacked the complex legal history behind the world's most beloved bear.

A century after his debut, Winnie-the-Pooh is officially entering the public domain, opening the door for wild and unfiltered adaptations. 
Professor Margaret Baguley unpacked the complex legal history behind the world's most beloved bear.

Winnie-the-Pooh turns 100: Why the iconic bear is no longer safe

New Resolve polling shows Steven Miles sinking deep underwater with Queensland voters in crucial marginal seats, leaving state Labor under mounting leadership pressure. 

Meanwhile, Redlands Mayor Jos Mitchell faces automatic removal from office after council rejected her extended medical leave request.

New Resolve polling shows Steven Miles sinking deep underwater with Queensland voters in crucial marginal seats, leaving state Labor under mounting leadership pressure. 
Meanwhile, Redlands Mayor Jos Mitchell faces automatic removal from office after council rejected her extended medical leave request.

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