A landmark Commission of Inquiry has recommended gutting the CFMEU’s fixed RDO calendar and paid union activities in Queensland, sparking intense debate over whether stripping these long weekends is necessary to boost productivity ahead of the 2032 Olympics. While Master Builders argues that modern flexibility will help clear backlogged projects hit by wet-weather delays, unions […]

Amid mounting concerns that excessive screen time is degrading student literacy and social skills, education ministers have met to debate winding back digital testing and returning Year 5 NAPLAN writing exams to pen and paper by 2028. Queensland Education Minister John-Paul Langbroek joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to caution against rash bans, arguing schools […]

2GB Afternoons host Michael McLaren has criticised the Albanese government over its changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax, blaming the reforms for Australia’s worsening housing market downturn. He says the changes have contributed to falling house prices, rising rents and made it harder for Australians to invest in property. “Pity those who were […]

With house prices tipping toward double-digit declines and the official cash rate at its highest level since 2008, talk of an Australian recession is getting harder to ignore. Scott Phillips explained the real reason policymakers will never utter the “R-word” out loud and what today’s shock split vote means for your hip pocket. Hear more […]

While the nation’s attention swings to Flemington, Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and veteran caller Andrew Watts break down how Queensland’s booming bush circuits are quietly eclipsing Victoria by generating $2.6 billion and fostering future racing superstars. The pair examine the vital community and mental health lifeline these meetings provide after a decade of severe […]

With supercell thunderstorms bearing down on Brisbane and the coast, Garry Youngberry outlined why the post-school commute could quickly turn hazardous. Tap in to hear which areas face severe weather first and why he insisted families remain indoors this evening. Hear more highlights from 4BC Drive below and download the 4BC App on iOS or […]