Following the inaugural Commodity Insights Brisbane Coal Forum, Research Director Robin Griffin joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to discuss how metallurgical coal remains essential to Queensland’s economy and public infrastructure funding.

He warned that while global demand is strong, rising operating costs, heavy regulation, and investment uncertainty threaten the sector’s long-term competitiveness.

Following the inaugural Commodity Insights Brisbane Coal Forum, Research Director Robin Griffin joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to discuss how metallurgical coal remains essential to Queensland&rsquo;s economy and public infrastructure funding.
He warned that while global demand is strong, rising operating costs, heavy regulation, and investment uncertainty threaten the sector&rsquo;s long-term competitiveness.

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Rising costs and red tape chaos: Is bureaucracy killing Queensland’s most vital commodity?

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Rising diesel prices pushing $3 a litre are threatening small transport businesses and driving up the cost of everyday consumer goods. 

Industry leaders are calling on the federal government for urgent fuel relief to prevent widespread business failures and worsening inflation.

Rising diesel prices pushing $3 a litre are threatening small transport businesses and driving up the cost of everyday consumer goods. 
Industry leaders are calling on the federal government for urgent fuel relief to prevent widespread business failures and worsening inflation.

$1,400 extra per tank: Rural freight operators demand immediate government fuel relief

Ahead of National Gone Fishing Day, legendary Australian fisherman and host Alistair McGlashan joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to discuss the launch of the updated 6th edition of his best-selling book, The Complete Fishing Bible. 

He delves into how modern technology and deep-sea swordfishing have changed the sport, while emphasising key prep tips, shark encounters, and the unique outdoor passion that unites Aussie anglers.

Ahead of National Gone Fishing Day, legendary Australian fisherman and host Alistair McGlashan joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to discuss the launch of the updated 6th edition of his best-selling book, The Complete Fishing Bible. 
He delves into how modern technology and deep-sea swordfishing have changed the sport, while emphasising key prep tips, shark encounters, and the unique outdoor passion that unites Aussie anglers.

Rising costs and red tape chaos: Is bureaucracy killing Queensland’s most vital commodity?

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