Dean Miller drops in for the Weekly Wrap.

Sofie Formica is questioning if anything can be done to allow incoming state governments to be given important information after the Liberal state government discovered a massive blowout on health projects by the former Labor government.

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

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. 

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. 

Financial guru Noel Whittaker shares his wisdom.

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 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.

How do you select a mattress these days?

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. 

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.

Does the sauce go in the fridge?

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."

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

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.

Calls for driving lessons for over 50's.

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 annual AMAQ Hospital Check has been publicly released, raising issues of safety, bullying, discrimination, and burnout. The survey included 831 doctors in training at hospitals around Queensland.  AMAQ President, Dr Nick Yim told Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons, "There's a lot of work that needs to be done. We need to keep our junior doctors safe." 

What's the weirdest thing you've eaten?

Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie has announced that Best Practice Industry Principles on government projects will be suspended immediately.  CEO of Master Builders Queensland, Paul Bidwell, told Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons, "The Crisafulli Government, within weeks has done what the Miles Government has said no to for months. It's a big step forward but we still need to work on existing projects."

The Shonky Awards are out!

Known for his success as a singer-songwriter in Savage Garden Darren Hayes has released his memoir Unlovable. Mr Hayes told Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons, "The mental health aspect and the domestic violence that our family went through and managed to survive is something I felt a duty to document." 

President-elect Donald Trump is set to meet President Joe Biden at the White House. CEO of Intelligent Risks, Neil Fergus, joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons to discuss the importance of the meeting.

Brisbane Broncos player Ezra Mam has been charged with one count each of drive while relevant drug is present in blood and drive motor vehicle without a driver licence. The Broncos have released a statement regarding the incident.

Imagine paying for something with the wave of your hand

Macquarie University has been investigating how light can play a part in preventing shark attacks. Professor Nathan Hart, told Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons, "What we found is that the bright light stopped the sharks from biting those seal decoys, which it otherwise would ordinarily do."

November 11, a time to remember.

Lock Jaw Ladder Grip founder Craig Charlton joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons to discuss the world-first ladder safety invention.

The Queensland Teachers' Union has released data showing that direct-to-school funding has dropped as much as $89 per student annually since 2015. Queensland Association of State School Principals President, Pat Murphy told Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons, "I think we all know if we were paid the same amount of money as we were in 2015, what you get for that money doesn't go that far."

Is it beginning to look like Christmas, already?

Owner of The Prop House Collective, Jano Kotsas, joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons on Sofie Formica to share the Christmas trends for 2024.

A Qantas flight bound for Brisbane caused a grassfire at Sydney Airport due to an engine issue.  4BC Medical Expert Gino Pecoraro was on the flight and told Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons, "We were taking off, and all of a sudden, you heard a loud bang and a thud over the right-hand side."

Waste water report shows party drugs are being used more in regional Qld than the city.

Ben Elton AM will be back in Australia, bringing his Authentic Stupidity Tour to the Fortitude Music Hall.

Calls for the introduction of age restrictions on social media continue to grow as the tragic human toll rises.

Wills, Death & Taxes, how do they effect you?

As the race for the White House gets down to the wire, the divide between Trump and Harris supporters is widening and that’s being felt in Australia. Indeed’s Workplace Psychologist, Amanda Gordon, joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons to discuss the best way to navigate political conversations in the workplace.

Were you a winner with The Melbourne Cup?

Defence analyst Malcolm Davis, from the Australian Strategic Policy Institute, joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons to discuss the cancellation of the project known as JP9102.

CEO of PeakCare Queensland, Tom Allsop, joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons to discuss the state of residential care in Queensland.

Have you been stung with a weekend surcharge?

Award-winning journalist and author Madonna King has teamed up with Rebecca Sparrow for her latest book ‘Out of the Box', which looks at neurodivergence in children.

Former Clinton Administration Official, Steve Okun, joined Jason Dasey on 4BC Afternoons to discuss the US election race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.

Crisafulli cabinet revealed.

Diwali, also known as Deepavali, holds great significance for Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists and the festival began yesterday and continues for 5 days. 

The new Queensland LNP Ministry has officially been sworn in, Editor at the Brisbane Times, Sean Parnell, joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons to breakdown the new cabinet. 

Sofie Formica reveals the portfolios of David Crisafulli's new Cabinet as they are sworn in. 

Kids answers to well known proverbs.

The University of Queensland held its annual Alumni Awards, at Customs House in the city and Glenn Denning was front and centre because he took out the honour of Alumnus of the Year, for his work, showing there’s a way to feed the world and do it in a way that doesn’t destroy the planet. Glenn is a Professor of Practice at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs in New York and I’m pleased to say joins me.

The non-for-profit organisation, Surfrider Foundation found high levels of faecal bacteria at four popular swimming spots along the Gold Coast.