Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings opened by celebrating National Lamington Day and discussing Lord Lamington’s historical legacy before shifting to a heated debate over whether James Cook University is attempting to erase history by considering a $12 million name change.

He interviewed cultural commentator Dr Kevin Donnelly, who argued that activist-driven woke ideology in education is attacking Australia’s Western heritage and misrepresenting historical figures such as Captain Cook, rather than celebrating their contributions.