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Advanced care paramedic Andrew Blackhall joined Sofie Formica to talk about the Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS), about their interactive Ekka display. 

They chat about the history of QAS's connection to the show and the importance of public education, including offering CPR training and career advice to help people better understand the work of paramedics.

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Fourth-generation pineapple farmer Burt Harris joined Sofie Formica live from the Ekka to discuss the Harris family's nearly 100-year legacy of growing pineapples.

They also chat about Burt's role as an ambassador for Flanno for a Farmer, a charity supporting farmers' mental health.

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Precision Reptiles Broden Duffy joined Sofie Formica to discuss his Ekka show with special guest baby saltwater crocodile, Jack!

Precision Reptiles aims to educate the public about reptiles and snake safety, while Sofie gets a hands-on experience holding the young crocodile.

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Three representatives from the Australian Firefighters Calendar joined Sofie Formica to talk about the calendar's success in raising millions for charity. 

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Dog trainer Heidi Mackay joined Sofie Formica to chat about her Ekka show, "Lights, Camera, Action, Paws."

Mackay shares stories from her 30 years in the business, including working with her dog Rip on a Ron Howard film and how she trains animals for film and television.

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Sofie Formica discussed the ACTU's proposal for a four-day work week, questioning the push for better work-life balance and Australia's current productivity slump. 

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