Queensland councils are fiercely opposing a proposed federal funding cut that could strip the state of $200 million annually for natural disaster recovery.

LGAQ CEO Alison Smith joined Shane Doherty on 4BC Mornings to slam the decision as a "sucker punch" that directly undermines the nation's most disaster-prone state.

Queensland councils are fiercely opposing a proposed federal funding cut that could strip the state of $200 million annually for natural disaster recovery.
LGAQ CEO Alison Smith joined Shane Doherty on 4BC Mornings to slam the decision as a "sucker punch" that directly undermines the nation's most disaster-prone state.

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A low blow to Queensland: Why Canberra’s shocking disaster funding cut puts lives at risk

Legendary talent agent Richard Lancaster joined Shane Doherty on 4BC Mornings to pull back the curtain on Brisbane's forgotten television golden era, revealing the massive pay checks of local icons like Bruce Paige and Robin Parkan.

He exposed the high-stakes drama behind the scenes, including how he navigated a courtroom battle, received multiple death threats, and secretly managed Premier Joh Bjelke-Petersen's transition from politics into private enterprise.

Legendary talent agent Richard Lancaster joined Shane Doherty on 4BC Mornings to pull back the curtain on Brisbane's forgotten television golden era, revealing the massive pay checks of local icons like Bruce Paige and Robin Parkan.
He exposed the high-stakes drama behind the scenes, including how he navigated a courtroom battle, received multiple death threats, and secretly managed Premier Joh Bjelke-Petersen's transition from politics into private enterprise.

Why the death of local television has left Queensland's regional cities in crisis

Following a series of distressing incidents - including school bomb threats and the verbal abuse of students - the Islamic College of Brisbane took the unprecedented step of inviting One Nation leader Pauline Hanson to visit.

College CEO Ali Kadri told Shane Doherty on 4BC Mornings that, while major disagreements remain over immigration and integration, the face-to-face meeting provided a vital opportunity for young Muslim students to challenge political rhetoric and foster genuine dialogue directly.

Following a series of distressing incidents - including school bomb threats and the verbal abuse of students - the Islamic College of Brisbane took the unprecedented step of inviting One Nation leader Pauline Hanson to visit.
College CEO Ali Kadri told Shane Doherty on 4BC Mornings that, while major disagreements remain over immigration and integration, the face-to-face meeting provided a vital opportunity for young Muslim students to challenge political rhetoric and foster genuine dialogue directly.

Confronting ignorance: Why three young female students stood up to Pauline Hanson

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A low blow to Queensland: Why Canberra’s shocking disaster funding cut puts lives at risk

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