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Jason Matthews asked the question, how early is too early for Christmas lights?

Building and property development expert and managing director of LEFTA Steve Chandler joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings. He proposed that the rapid construction of "granny flats" in residential backyards is the most achievable and cost-effective unconventional solution to the current housing and rental crisis.

CEO of Pedal Group Andrew Garnsworthy joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to discuss the urgent need for stricter regulation on high-powered e-bikes and e-scooters in SEQ. The main concern is not the legal commuter e-bikes, but the illegal, high-powered, full-throttle bikes.

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Human-AI collaboration advocate and founder of Democracy Watch Sue Barrett joined Jason Matthews on 4BC mornings to argue that the Australian government is delaying the implementation of already-formed AI rules, putting citizens at risk. A major concern highlighted is the use of AI to screen renters and job applicants, leading to exclusions with no recourse for the affected person.

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AMA Queensland President Dr. Nick Yim joined Jason Matthews to discuss the outrage over appalling brain cancer wait times at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital. The conversation urges the Health Minister to prioritise sustainable fixes like a workforce plan and supporting general practice, rather than relying on short-term programs or political blame.

A new survey reveals that Ipswich is facing an extreme mortgage stress rate of 70.9%, nearly double the Queensland state-wide rate, forcing working families to cut back on necessities. Senator Paul Scarr joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to discuss the devastating impact of 12 interest rate increases on first-home buyers in the region.

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The Gold Coast Titans announced a major expansion of the club's ownership group, welcoming five couples, including NRL legends Matty Johns and Gorden Tallis, an iconic journalist, and prominent local entrepreneurs. Titans owner Rebecca Frizelle joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to discuss the strategic decision to bring in new partners.

The Queensland tourism sector is facing an insurance crisis, with operators seeing public liability premiums soar from thousands to hundreds of thousands of dollars. Managing Director of O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat Shane O'Reilly joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to talk about the alarming situation.

Two-time Melbourne Cup winner Jimmy Cassidy joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to reflect on his career-defining victories aboard Kiwi and Might and Power. The discussion focuses on how the race has significantly changed over the years, with a major increase in international interest.

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It's been revealed that some businesses are now offering a $200 gift card bonus to staff just for showing up to work every day. Coffee entrepreneur Phil Di Bella joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to condemn this practice, arguing it undermines a proper work ethic.

Nationals Senator Matt Canavan joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to talk about his party's official decision to abandon Australia's Net Zero emissions target by 2050. The National Party's move creates significant tension within the Coalition, forcing the Liberal Party to reconsider its own climate stance.

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Following the tragic death of Tia Cameron, the Brisbane City Council called for stricter safety checks for older bus drivers, but the Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) warns this could force hundreds of experienced drivers off the road. RTBU Assistant State Secretary Tom Brown argued that the focus should instead be on mandating proper, frequent breaks for all drivers, rather than raising an already high medical standard.

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Economic pressure is directly impacting education, with a new Smith Family survey revealing that nearly six in ten families are struggling to afford essential school items. Smith Family General Manager Alan Lemay joined Jason Matthews to talk about the Smith Family Christmas appeal that launched for struggling families.

Retirement Expert Olivia Maragna joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to discuss the growing trend of older Australians retiring outside the country. Many Aussies are choosing destinations in Southeast Asia due to their proximity to Australia, warmer climates, lower cost of living, and good access to healthcare.

As Daniel's Law moves closer to passing in Queensland Parliament, Bruce and Denise Morcombe spoke with Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to share their thoughts on its significance. The law creates a public child sex offender register that allows the general public access to the name, photograph, and year of birth of convicted paedophiles residing in Queensland.

Money Expert Angus Kidman joined Jason Matthews to talk about why two in five Australians chuck a sickie when healthy. This leads to a debate about whether current sick leave policies are outdated and if options like paid "life leave" could better serve the needs of employees while preserving sick leave for its intended purpose.

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Nine Federal Politics Editor Michael Pachi joined Jason Matthews to discuss the internal division within the Liberal-National Coalition over its commitment to the net-zero emissions by 2050 target. The lack of a definitive stance is causing conservative voters to desert the party, contributing to the growing support for Pauline Hanson's One Nation.

A massive administrative error saw eight Queensland high schools mistakenly teach Year 12 Ancient History students the wrong topic for their final exam. Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings labelled the incident as a "monumental failure", which forced students to cram a year's worth of content in 48 hours.

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Jason Matthews shared his personal frustration after being scammed out of $305 by a Facebook user. Private Investigator for Cyber Crime Ken Gamble joined Jason to discuss the prevalence of common online scams, including those run by organised syndicates and even teenagers.

South Burnett Regional Council Mayor Kathy Duff joined Jason Matthews to defend the council's inaction on koala habitat destruction, asserting they are legally powerless to stop the clearing. Residents of the Taabinga area are demanding an immediate stop to the work and a proper investigation.

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Pediatric Nutritionist Mandy Sacher joined Jason Matthews to discuss how little knowledge parents have regarding the ingredients in children's food. Research suggests that while 67% of parents feel confident reading food labels, only 14% are truly informed about the additives and preservatives in their children's food.

A new trend shows people spend an average of three years in a "part-time retirement" between leaving full-time work and fully retiring. Host of the Prime Time podcast, Bec Wilson, joined Jason Matthews to discuss the nature of retirement planning.

Right to Information documents confirm Gladstone Hospital patients were being left in corridors for many hours without monitoring, and managed in unmonitored spaces. President of the Nurses Professional Association of Queensland Kara Thomas joined Jason Matthews to expose the current crisis in the Emergency Department.

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4BC Mornings host Jason Matthews believes the Albanese Government should prioritise other issues over achieving net zero.

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4BC Mornings host Jason Matthews weighed in on the updated website, saying the BOM have "failed to deliver" what their core users need.

A growing and ageing population is driving a “burial boom,” with Queensland councils expecting cemetery space to run out in as little as 10–15 years. 

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4BC Mornings host Jason Matthews weighs in on the push for pokies to be shut at midnight across Queensland.   

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4BC Mornings host Jason Matthews thinks Australia's ambassador to the US Kevin Rudd, "got what he deserved" in an awkward moment in a meeting with President Donald Trump.

4BC Mornings host Jason Matthews has questioned the priorities and the issues that are being spoken about at the LGAQ conference. 

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Jason Matthews is "disgusted " by the actions of the anti-racism protestors who were seen burning the Australian flag and being violent towards police officers. 

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