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4BC Drive, live every weekday afternoon. With the latest news, 4BC will keep you updated on your drive home.

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Georgia Condect
Newsroom journalist
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Episode: FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave, Wednesday May 13th, 2026
Tim Wilson
Shadow Treasurer, Liberal Party
Australian Opposition (Liberal)
Episode: FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave, Wednesday May 13th, 2026
Peter Ford
Entertainment journalist
Australian entertainment media
Episode: FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave, Wednesday May 13th, 2026
Scott Compey-Halms
CEO of the Queensland Fruit and Vegetable Growers
Queensland Fruit and Vegetable Growers
Episode: FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave, Wednesday May 13th, 2026
Scott Kompo-Harms
CEO of the Queensland Fruit and Vegetable Growers
Queensland Fruit and Vegetable Growers
Episode: Who gets the cash? The plan to show farmer profits on supermarket price tags
Stacey Edmonds
Co-founder of Australian cyber safety company Lively
Lively
Episode: Why this massive data breach is a masterclass in AI scams
Andrew Chesterman
CEO of Endeavour Foundation
Endeavour Foundation
Episode: Who speaks for the silent? Endeavour Foundation CEO’s urgent warning over NDIS cuts
Simon Kustenmarker
Demographer
The Demographics Group
Episode: FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave, Monday May 11th, 2026
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Gary Hardgrave
Host of 4BC Drive, providing commentary on current affairs, politics, and local issues with guest interactions and audience engagement.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • Absolutely love Neil

    Wish the podcast each day came quicker

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Misty1958
    Australia4 years ago
  • Awesome

    Great to see Neil Breen back on 4BC he’s an awesome guy

    Apple Podcasts
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    RonnieCool
    Australia6 years ago

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Listeners appreciate practical policy context and approachable explanations.
Fans highlight on-air energy and the mix of news with local sports.
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FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave, Tuesday May 12th, 2026
Q: Andrew, you've spent decades in various leadership roles in the public sector and now head the Endeavour Foundation; what is at stake for families if the NDIS reforms aren't implemented carefully?
Andrew Chesterman explained that the NDIS was designed to empower people with permanent and significant disabilities, but rapid reforms risk leaving the most vulnerable behind unless there are safeguards, better cost controls, and sustainable funding mechanisms.
Who gets the cash? The plan to show farmer profits on supermarket price tags
Q: Can you give us an anecdotal example to illustrate the pricing gap?
Yes. For instance, a tomato might fetch about $2 per kilo for the grower, but it is sold for around $10 per kilo at retail, showing a substantial gap that reflects multiple costs along the supply chain.
FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave, Monday May 11th, 2026
Q: What are the main challenges or obstacles to rebuilding rail?
Obstacles discussed include funding, political will, shifting policy with changes in government, and the high cost of large-scale infrastructure projects, along with concerns about governance and feasibility studies.
FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave, Monday May 11th, 2026
Q: What is driving the rail push in Southeast Queensland?
The interviewees emphasize regional growth, housing demand, and the need to connect multiple hubs (Toowoomba, Ipswich, Brisbane, and Gatton) to alleviate bottlenecks and support economic development.
"A story of hope": Kate Everett on turning grief into a national shield against cyberbullies
Q: Tell us about Dolly's Dream.
Dolly's Dream was co-founded to support families facing bullying and loss, with a focus on helping schools and communities access resources, kindness education, and a dedicated support line for those in need.

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A Brisbane drive-time program blends news, weather, traffic, and local politics with on-site interviews and audience interaction. Across recent episodes, listeners get updates on fuel and energy policy, infrastructure planning, regional issues, and major local stories, often anchored by a political analyst or commentator who brings practical context to national topics. The show frequently features guests ranging from university experts to industry leaders, plus on-air segments that highlight sports, events, and human-interest angles. A notable strength is its wide topical scope, ping-ponging between policy analysis, live reporting, and community voices, which can help advertisers reach an engaged, locally minded audience curious about how p... more

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