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An elderly female One Nation supporter was allegedly hospitalised with a broken rib and severe bruising following an alleged physical attack by youth protesters near the Ekka grounds. In response, Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings fiercely condemned the assault, warning that outside agitators are weaponising young people and threatening democratic debate with physical violence.

Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings spoke with RSL Queensland Vice President Aaron Hassell about the profound significance of Vietnam Veterans Day on August 18, commemorating the brutal 1966 Battle of Long Tan, where 108 Australians held off over 2,500 enemy combatants. The segment details the historic mistreatment of returning troops, the silent battle with PTSD, and how past mistakes reshaped Australia's support for modern service members across more than 70 statewide commemorative events.

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has sparked a fierce political battle by proposing early superannuation access for mortgage relief, prompting Treasurer Jim Chalmers to warn the election will be a referendum on the $4.4 trillion system. Financial expert Olivia Maragna joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to break down the risks and rewards of raiding retirement savings, highlighting how early withdrawals helped some enter the housing market while cautioning against compounding losses and soaring mortgage interest rates.

Australia faces a critical health warning as declining immunisation rates leave 1.7 million citizens without measles immunity and herd protection slips to a precarious 93%. Infectious disease expert Assoc. Prof. Paul Griffin joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to warn that rising overseas cases, historical single-dose vaccine gaps for adults born between 1977 and 2000, and social media misinformation threaten to trigger widespread local transmission.

Join Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings weekdays from 9:00am

Reporting live from the Pacific Air Show at Surfers Paradise, Luke Bradnam joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to share insider tips for viewing the sold-out aerial spectacle and highlights US military aircraft sightings at the Gold Coast Airport. He then warned listeners of an incoming southeasterly wind shift bringing cooler, showery weather for weekend footy matches, before closing the chat with a cheesy T-Rex dad joke.

Johnny Young has passed away following a brief battle with pancreatic cancer.

The Wokey Pokey is our weekly opportunity to laugh at the world of woke that is slowly taking over...  Because if you don’t laugh - you cry.

Farm Angels head Jenny Gailey joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to launch "Flanno for a Farmer Day," aiming to raise $750,000 and break an 1,800-person world record at the Ekka to support struggling agricultural families. Confronting the grim reality of Australia losing a farmer to suicide every 10 days amidst severe "green drought" conditions, the initiative funds emergency aid, care packs, and peer mental health chats through online donations, IGA tokens, and pub trivia.

Join Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings weekdays from 9:00am

4BC Mornings host Gary Hardgrave interviewed IPA Research Fellow Saxon Davidson on alarming new research revealing that over 110,000 federal bureaucrats will soon cost taxpayers $16 billion annually to enforce red tape, choking $176 billion from the Australian economy. They detail how exploding climate portfolios and aggressive net-zero regulations are crippling housing construction, destroying rural communities, and suffocating private enterprise, prompting calls for urgent legislative repeal.

60 years after performing near the front lines in South Vietnam, Australian pop star Patricia Thompson ("Little Pattie") joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to recount being abruptly evacuated mid-concert during the deadly Battle of Long Tan at just 17 years old. She reflected on flying over tracer bullets, performing for wounded troops at Vung Tau hospital alongside Col Joye, and the enduring importance of honouring the 18 soldiers who lost their lives.

In response to an escalating homelessness crisis, Moreton Bay City Council has voted to convert Wylie Park in Petrie into a trial 60-site free campsite equipped with CCTV, registration protocols, and support services. While Mayor Peter Flannery defended the move as a necessary measure to clear local parks, Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings criticised state and federal housing delays, comparing Australia's sluggish response to Canadian housing initiatives, as both called for immediate crisis accommodation before the 2032 Olympics.

Join Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings weekdays from 9:00am  

Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings welcomed theatre star Billy Bourchier to discuss how live arts boost mental health through cognitive distraction, while celebrating the profanity-free political satire of Gilbert and Sullivan. The pair previewed QPAC’s exclusive four-night run of A Soirée of Song & Satire, put Gary's speed-singing skills to the test with an on-air patter song challenge, and shared booking details alongside a double-pass ticket giveaway for listeners.

Rock icon Suzi Quatro joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to announce her 42nd Australian tour this November and December in support of her new studio album Freedom, featuring Red Hot Summer Tour dates alongside Baby Animals, Rose Tattoo, Dragon, and The Choirboys. Reflecting on a 62-year career, her Suzi Q documentary, acting on Midsomer Murders, and her father's core professional advice, she promises an electrifying multi-instrumental show packed with classic hits and raw energy.

Following public outrage over violent home invasions, suppressed identities of young offenders, and the tragic death of Cairns resident Savannah Spencer Page, Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and criminologist Dr. Terry Goldsworthy evaluate Queensland's proposed "breach of bail to jail" expansion. They detail how mandatory jail terms threaten to implode an already overflowing $400-a-day prison system without addressing police burnout, rehabilitation bottlenecks, or the root issue of soft sentences for primary crimes like car theft.

Join Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings weekdays from 9:00am

While 70% of Australians prefer to spend their final moments at home, strict bureaucracy and funding caps leave only 15% able to do so. End-of-life Case Manager Elise Southwell joined Gary to discuss how arduous assessments prevent terminally ill patients from accessing timely care, and why immediate reform is needed.

What actually happens to a $1 million solid-gold trophy after an owner wins the race of a lifetime? Leigh Jordon takes us behind the scenes to share hilarious secret stories of wild celebrations, rowdy nights on the town, and why every winner gets assigned a personal security guard.

Attorney-General Deb Frecklington responds to community frustration over youth crime and breaches of bail laws following tragic incidents across the state. She outlined the government's push to deliver tougher laws and restore a sense of justice for victims.

Join Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings weekdays from 9:00am

Lyndy Atkinson from Victims 1st joined Gary Hardgrave to reveal the shocking ground reality behind a terrifying Gold Coast carjacking that targeted a young family. Hear why lenient court outcomes are fueling a "rinse and repeat" cycle for teen offenders and leaving victims feeling completely abandoned by the justice system.

Broadcasting legend Greg Cary opened up about his transition from talkback radio to writing thrillers in rural New South Wales. He shared why he believes public trust is breaking down and how staying curious is the key to navigating modern chaos.

As Federal Parliament resumes in Canberra, new polling shows Labor’s primary vote plummeting to levels not seen since 2013. Federal Political Editor Michael Pachi breaks down why Anthony Albanese’s personal standing is taking a beating and whether minor parties are positioning to capitalise on the discontent.

Join Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings weekdays from 9:00am

Amid surging diesel prices, soaring registration fees, and sudden regulatory changes, Livestock, Bulk and Rural Transport Association President Wade Lewis joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to warn that regional freight operators face a devastating cash-flow crunch. Without urgent government relief and regulatory simplification, family-run transport businesses will be forced to close, directly triggering severe food shortages in Australian supermarkets.

In this interview, Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings spoke with Farmer James Kemp about celebrating 28 years running the Ekka Animal Nursery while wrangling over 350 animals, ranging from 16-hand mammoth donkeys to week-old piglets. James detailed the heavy logistics of living on-site in a camp, managing up to 1,500 visitors per hour, and using long-term breeding programs to reconnect city families with country agriculture.

Join Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings weekdays from 9:00am  

Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings interviewed author Jeff Apter about his biography Reckless: The Saga of Australian Crawl. Apter covers the band's sudden rise, wild hotel lifestyle, the tragic death of songwriter Guy McDonough that ruined their US breakthrough, $500,000 in album debt, internal collapse, and their enduring musical legacy, including the song "Errol" at AFL games.

To combat crippling regional childcare waitlists and a national shortfall of up to 3,000 educators, a federal trial is supporting qualified professionals to establish home-based Family Day Care micro-businesses. Family Day Care Australia CEO Andrew Paterson joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to explain how these regulated, small-group home environments offer flexible care for shift-working country families while providing financial incentives and recruitment support for new educators to get started.

Following a landmark High Court ruling that overturned a reduced prison sentence for his wife Emma’s teenage killer, Lee Lovell joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to share his overwhelming relief, raw grief, and ongoing struggle to raise their children. He offered an uncensored look at his battle with the justice system, condemning lenient juvenile sentencing laws, the near-acquittal of an accomplice, and court processes he believes routinely ignore victims' pain.

Join Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings weekdays from 9:00am

Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and TPAA Director Edward Schuller discuss an upcoming East Brisbane seminar addressing systemic failures in the Australian education system. The segment highlighted how falling academic scores, graphic sex education taught without parental transparency, rising student violence, and anti-Western curricula are severely harming children's mental health and wellbeing.

Walkley Award-winning journalist Neil Mercer joined Gary Hardgrave to discuss his book Falsely Convicted, drawing on childhood memories of notorious serial killings in Perth and Sydney to examine Australia's deeply flawed legal landscape. Together, they expose how forensic failures, racial prejudice, forced confessions, and institutional self-preservation leave innocent Australians wrongfully imprisoned for decades.

Following the announcement of Justice Thomas Bradley as Queensland’s 28th Governor, Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and Australian Monarchists League spokesperson Alexander Voltz discuss the appointment, praising Bradley's strong legal credentials and monarchist background. The segment addressed listener queries on whether the Governor-General should dismiss Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, while examining historical precedents, the flaws of a republic, and the realities of Australian federalism.

Join Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings weekdays from 9:00am

Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings addressed controversial proposed federal budget cuts to private health insurance rebates for Australians over 65, which could increase annual household costs by hundreds or thousands of dollars starting April 1st. Compare Club’s Kate Browne advised seniors not to panic, explaining how switching from outdated Gold cover or taking advantage of policy portability can save families thousands without losing waiting periods.

Cattle Australia CEO Will Evans joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to discuss the first major review in nearly 20 years of the $5 grass-fed cattle transaction levy, which collects over $70 million annually across 13 million transactions for marketing, biosecurity, R&D, and food safety. As Australia’s beef export market has surged from $7 billion to $22 billion across 103 countries, producers are invited to town hall consultations in Charters Towers and Brisbane before receiving reform recommendations in September to vote on in November.

Personal finance expert Noel Whittaker joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to reveal how recent budget policies, crippling tax traps, and Victoria's 50% windfall tax have wiped $230 billion from Australian property values while forcing vulnerable homeowners into financial distress. He slammed government waste, absurd council delays, and an overly complex tax system that punishes hard-working Australians and lures young buyers into severe debt traps.

Join Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings weekdays from 9:00am

Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and community campaigner Elizabeth Handley criticise the Victoria Park Olympic precinct masterplan for lacking essential details regarding budget, transport, and infrastructure costs. They warn that the project risks plunging Queenslanders into billions of dollars of debt while causing severe traffic gridlock and disruption near the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital.

Beginning with news of One Nation surging past Labor in primary support alongside global fallout from Dr. Anthony Fauci repeatedly pleading the Fifth Amendment, former Senator Gerard Rennick joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to detail claims of TGA negligence, suppressed vaccine death reports, and disastrous Victorian aged-care lockdowns.  Rennick further slammed medical censorship, hypocritical border closures, and reckless COVID-19 government spending that sparked Australia's current inflation crisis, concluding with a satirical mock game-show clip poking fun at pandemic accountability.

Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings interviewed tech investor Steve Baxter about Reveille 2026, Australia’s inaugural defence investment conference on the Gold Coast designed to channel private venture capital directly into national security start-ups to bypass sluggish government procurement cycles. The discussion explored Australia’s cutting-edge military innovations - ranging from hypersonic engines and mini-submarines to autonomous drones - while highlighting how AUKUS partnerships and unique tax incentives make private defence investment vital for global security.

Join Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings weekdays from 9:00am

The Wokey Pokey is our weekly opportunity to laugh at the world of woke that is slowly taking over...  Because if you don’t laugh - you cry.

Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to promote the Grandchester Model Live Steam Trains' 28th anniversary event, sharing essential visitor details on safety rules, cash-only ticketing, and the region's rich 1865 railway heritage. The interview also covered major city transformations - including a new 7-story Hilton hotel and a green steel mill - alongside a recent trombone world record and local concerns over bat populations in Queens Park.

The Queensland Building and Construction Commission is warning homeowners that hiring cheap, unlicensed tradespeople on online platforms like Airtasker or Facebook Marketplace could destroy their life savings. In this segment, QBCC CEO Angelo Lambrinos joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to outline legal licensing rules and highlight essential protections available through the QBCC Homeowner Hub.

Join Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings weekdays from 9:00am