Ahead of the Special Olympics Australia National Games in Melbourne, Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings caught up with Queensland tennis star Alex Baker as he prepares for his sixth appearance at the event. 

The pair discuss Baker’s 25-year journey in the sport, his achievements - including a silver medal at the World Summer Games in Berlin - and how the public can support athletes by purchasing a $25 virtual torch.

Ahead of the Special Olympics Australia National Games in Melbourne, Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings caught up with Queensland tennis star Alex Baker as he prepares for his sixth appearance at the event. 
The pair discuss Baker&rsquo;s 25-year journey in the sport, his achievements - including a silver medal at the World Summer Games in Berlin - and how the public can support athletes by purchasing a $25 virtual torch.

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Queensland tennis star Alex Baker sets sights on gold at landmark 50th anniversary Special Olympics

Following a high-profile book launch in Melbourne for his memoir A Grateful Son, former Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and opened up about his pandemic-era clashes with former Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews. 

He reflected on the political dynamics between state and federal leaders, sounded the alarm on Australia's economic challenges under the current government, and weighed in on his potential return to federal politics.

Following a high-profile book launch in Melbourne for his memoir A Grateful Son, former Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and opened up about his pandemic-era clashes with former Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews. 
He reflected on the political dynamics between state and federal leaders, sounded the alarm on Australia's economic challenges under the current government, and weighed in on his potential return to federal politics.

Josh Frydenberg breaks silence on pandemic feuds and political future

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

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FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Mornings with Gary Hardgrave, Wednesday October 14th, 2026

Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and public policy analyst Professor Scott Prasser examine how escalating economic pressures, regulatory red tape, and major-party indifference are pushing small business owners toward alternative political movements. 

Drawing parallels between current economic anxieties and Whitlam-era policies, they warn that Victoria’s upcoming election could serve as a national tipping point.

Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and public policy analyst Professor Scott Prasser examine how escalating economic pressures, regulatory red tape, and major-party indifference are pushing small business owners toward alternative political movements. 
Drawing parallels between current economic anxieties and Whitlam-era policies, they warn that Victoria&rsquo;s upcoming election could serve as a national tipping point.

Queensland tennis star Alex Baker sets sights on gold at landmark 50th anniversary Special Olympics

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