Why human imagination trumps AI in the battle for brand relevance

Renowned designer Ken Kato joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to argue that while AI offers efficiency, it lacks the foresight required for true innovation. He discusses the evolution of his global firm since 1970, emphasising that technology should be a tool for execution rather than the sourc…

Wieambilla anniversary: Three years since the Western Downs tragedy

Marking the third anniversary of the Wieambilla tragedy, 4BC News Director Georgia Kondek joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to reflect on the ambush that claimed the lives of Constables Rachel McCrow, Matthew Arnold, and neighbour Alan Dare. The segment highlights the families' recent decision…

Taxpayer dimes and travel times: The expense scandal grows

Federal Politics Editor Michael Pachi joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to criticise the current parliamentary expense guidelines that allow politicians to charge taxpayers for sporting events and international trips. They argue that both the Prime Minister and the Opposition are failing to sh…

Why 1 in 3 Aussies are cutting back on presents to donate

Nick Van Dyke from the Children's Hospital Foundation joined Ben Davis on 4BC Mornings to highlight the urgent need to support sick children this festive season through donations. With recent statistics showing that two in three Australians plan to donate to charity this Christmas, the Children's …

Flight Centre reveals where Australians are traveling this Christmas

Flight Centre Global Leisure CEO James Kavanagh joined Ben Davis on 4BC Mornings to break down the latest travel data. He reveals what city has skyrocketed to become the number one international destination for Australians this Summer, and why people choose to fly domestically.

Queensland hospitals face 21,000 staff shortage yet leave graduates jobless

Despite a desperate state-wide shortage of over 21,000 nurses, recent nursing graduates are struggling to secure employment due to severe hospital budgetary constraints. Nurses Professional Association President Kara Thomas joined Ben Davis on 4BC Mornings to talk about the "cycle of dysfunction" …

Why three out of four Australian farmers feel undervalued at Christmas

"The Unbreakable Farmer" Warren Davies joined Ben Davis on 4BC Mornings to urge Australians to look beyond the price tag this Christmas and prioritise Australian-grown produce to support rural communities. He highlights a concerning statistic that three out of four farmers feel undervalued by the …

The UK's radical move to clear court backlogs and what it means for Australia

To tackle a massive post-Covid backlog of 70,000 cases, the UK government is moving to remove the right to a jury trial for less serious offences. This prompts a look at whether Australia, with its state-based legal variations, should consider similar measures to speed up justice.

The billion-dollar handbrake: How BPIC stalled the state

Civil Contractors Federation CEO Damien Long joined Ben Davis on 4BC Mornings to reveal that the controversial BPIC policy inflated construction labour costs by nearly 30% while driving productivity down. Now that the policy has been scrapped and the CFMEU is in administration, the industry is opt…

The silent struggle: How a Matildas star overcame hearing loss

Matildas goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold joined Ben Davis on 4BC Mornings to break the stigma surrounding hearing aids. She opens up about her personal journey with hearing loss, urging Australians to get checked so they don't miss precious moments this Christmas.