Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, November 21st, 2024
The Bureau of Meteorology has released its predictions for the coming Australian summer.
Calls for volunteers to take part in clinical trial for new vaccine
The team at the University of Queensland has partnered with the University of the Sunshine Coast and is calling for volunteers to take part in a clinical trial for a new vaccine. UQ Virologist Professor Keith Chappell, joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons to discuss the new trial.
'It's disappointing, it's shocking': Supermarkets charging LESS for produce with plastic packaging
New data shows that produce wrapped in plastic is cheaper 73% of the time. Campaign Manager for the Australian Marine Conservation Society, Cip Hamilton, told Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons they are calling for accountability from the supermarkets. "We're in the midst of a cost of living crisis…
Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, November 20th, 2024
Financial guru Noel Whittaker shares his wisdom.
The Australian Word of the Year has been announced
The Australian Word of the Year has been decided for 2024. Senior Researcher at the Australian National University, Mark Gwynn, joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons to discuss the chosen word. "We're after something that talks about the year in Australia," Mr Gwynn said.
Could pharmacists help ease pressure on GP's and ED’s?
The Pharmacy Guild of Australia believes pressure can be eased on GP's and ED’s if patients think of the pharmacy first. There are calls to create a Masters of Pharmacy qualification to better prepare graduates for the pharmacy of the future.
Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, November 19th, 2024
How do you select a mattress these days?
Katie Noonan and Karin Schaupp reimagine songs from some of the most iconic female artists
Katie Noonan and Karin Schaupp have a musical connection that has blossomed for over 20 years. Their new release takes a fresh look at their Southern Skies collection, where they reimagine songs from some of Australia and New Zealand’s most iconic female artists. Karin Schaupp joined Sofie Formic…
Are private-public partnerships key to delivering the 2032 Olympics?
The Queensland Government is set to begin the 100-day review into Olympic infrastructure. Committee for Brisbane Chief Executive, Jen Williams, told Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons that the government needs to consider how to work with private businesses to deliver the 2032 Olympics.
Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, November 18th, 2024
Does the sauce go in the fridge?