The Bureau of Meteorology has released its predictions for the coming Australian summer.

The Bureau of Meteorology has released its predictions for the coming Australian summer.

Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, November 21st, 2024

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. 

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.

Calls for volunteers to take part in clinical trial for new vaccine

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, we have an environmental crisis and we're being charged more to avoid plastic packaging in our weekly shop." Ms Hamilton said. 

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, we have an environmental crisis and we're being charged more to avoid plastic packaging in our weekly shop." Ms Hamilton said.

'It's disappointing, it's shocking': Supermarkets charging LESS for produce with plastic packaging

Financial guru Noel Whittaker shares his wisdom.

Financial guru Noel Whittaker shares his wisdom.

Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, November 20th, 2024

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. 

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.

The Australian Word of the Year has been announced

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.

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.

Could pharmacists help ease pressure on GP's and ED’s?

How do you select a mattress these days?

Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, November 19th, 2024

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 Formica on 4BC Afternoons to discuss all things music. 

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 Formica on 4BC Afternoons to discuss all things music.

Katie Noonan and Karin Schaupp reimagine songs from some of the most iconic female artists

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.

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.

Are private-public partnerships key to delivering the 2032 Olympics?

Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, November 18th, 2024

Sofie Formica brings Brisbanites local afternoon programming with the latest news and entertainment.

Sofie Formica brings Brisbanites local afternoon programming with the latest news and entertainment.

Afternoons with Sofie Formica

Calls for driving lessons for over 50's.

Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, November 15th, 2024

What's the weirdest thing you've eaten?

Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, November 14th, 2024

Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, November 13th, 2024

Imagine paying for something with the wave of your hand

Imagine paying for something with the wave of your hand

Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, November 12th, 2024

Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, November 11th, 2024

Is it beginning to look like Christmas, already?

Is it beginning to look like Christmas, already?

Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, November 8th, 2024

Afternoons with Sofie Formica - Full Show

An Australia-led global study by Macquarie University PhD candidate Claire Galea has revealed that babies who are read books from birth start school with greater vocabularies. 

Ms Galea told Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons, "We've got statistically robust results to show children who are read to and who received these books into their home...were more likely to be interested in books, asked to be read to and show those emerging literacy skills."

An Australia-led global study by Macquarie University PhD candidate Claire Galea has revealed that babies who are read books from birth start school with greater vocabularies. 
Ms Galea told Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons, "We've got statistically robust results to show children who are read to and who received these books into their home...were more likely to be interested in books, asked to be read to and show those emerging literacy skills."

Reading to babies from birth boosts vocabulary development

New South Wales Police have charged Alan Jones with 24 offences. 

These charges include 11 counts of aggravated indecent assault with authority, nine counts of assault with an act of indecency, two counts of sexually touching another person without their consent, and two counts of common assault.

The 83-year-old was granted conditional bail and will face court next month

New South Wales Police have charged Alan Jones with 24 offences. 
These charges include 11 counts of aggravated indecent assault with authority, nine counts of assault with an act of indecency, two counts of sexually touching another person without their consent, and two counts of common assault.
The 83-year-old was granted conditional bail and will face court next month

Veteran broadcaster Alan Jones charged with 24 offences

CEO of Intelligent Risks, Neil Fergus joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons to share insights on international relations including APEC and the war in Ukraine and Taiwan’s sovereignty.

CEO of Intelligent Risks, Neil Fergus joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons to share insights on international relations including APEC and the war in Ukraine and Taiwan’s sovereignty.

Conflicts in the Middle East and Europe could see the potential for a new Cold War

Astrophysicist Dr. Sara Webb has released a new book titled The Little Book of Cosmic Catastrophes.

This small book explores some very big ideas, from asteroids to alien invasions. 

Astrophysicist Dr. Sara Webb has released a new book titled The Little Book of Cosmic Catastrophes.
This small book explores some very big ideas, from asteroids to alien invasions.

The Little Book of Cosmic Catastrophes

The latest from 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica.

The latest from 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica.

Afternoons with Sofie Formica - Highlights

Clem Jones Group Chair David Muir joined Jason Dasey on 4BC Afternoons to discuss the group's position on the introduction of voluntary assisted dying laws across Australia and whether Queenslanders want their candidates to declare their stance on the matter.

Clem Jones Group Chair David Muir joined Jason Dasey on 4BC Afternoons to discuss the group's position on the introduction of voluntary assisted dying laws across Australia and whether Queenslanders want their candidates to declare their stance on the matter.

Afternoons with Sofie Formica

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