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The future of the Magic Millions Carnival on the Gold Coast this weekend hangs in the balance as part of the Bundall racetrack has been poisoned.

The track poisoning has resulted in the inaugural twilight meet to be pushed to the Sunshine Coast and now the Gold Coast Turf Club are working around the clock to get the track right in time for the big race this Saturday.

CEO of the Gold Coast Turf Club, Steven Lines told Dean Miller on 4BC Summer Breakfast, "At this point in time, we're confident that we can get it up and running."

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will today travel to Queensland where he will pledge to feed $7.2 billion of investment into fixing the Bruce Highway, which will lift the entire 1673km stretch of road to a minimum three-star safety rating.

There have been 43 deaths on the major road this year - far above the five-year average of 31.

Federal Member for Flynn Colin Boyce told Dean Miller on 4BC Summer Breakfast, 'This is only a start; it will cost a lot more than that.'

"Everybody needs to realise that whilst the Bruce Highway served its purpose, it was never designed to carry the amount of traffic that it does today, and that's why it needs some serious upgrades," he continued.

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With the terrorist attack in New Orleans yesterday and the Tesla Cybertruck bombing in Las Vegas — it’s been a dire start to 2025 for the US and while the Pacific Ocean might separate us, it’s hard not to feel the effects of all this.

When stories like this are dominating the headlines, it’s normal to start worrying about your own safety when you’re out and about. 

But it’s important we don’t let it stop us living our lives — be alert, but don’t be alarmed.

Security expert and founder of Nepean Regional Security, Gina Field told Dean Miller on 4BC Summer Breakfast, "Stay aware, know your exit strategies, and If you feel something is not right or you see something is not right, report your concerns."

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How much is too much to pay for an uber?

Dean Miller reveals the experience of his friend who attempted to catch an uber from Brisbane to Robina yesterday.

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We’ve all woken up to the horrible news of yet another terror attack, this time in New Orleans in the US.

An Army veteran driving a pickup truck rained down carnage on New Orleans’ famous New Year’s celebration.

At least 15 people have been killed and dozens more injured, as the driver steered around a police blockade and slammed into revelers before being shot dead by authorities.

New Orleans resident Cynthia Knutson told Dean Miller on 4BC Summer Breakfast, 'Right now, we're all just kind of in a state of shock.'

'We're trying to deal with the fact that so many people were killed last night on what should have been a beautiful celebration of the new year.'

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The US is reeling from a deadly terrorist attack in New Orleans in the early hours of New Year’s Day, while a second possible terrorist attack has unfolded in Las Vegas.

US Correspondent for 9News, Johnathan Kearsley told Dean Miller on 4BC Summer Breakfast, 'He drove past security, police cars, then around security fencing, if you could even call it that, and then straight onto the footpath.'

'And then it was tragedy that struck, at least 10 people were dead, 35 people injured. The death toll could climb, given there are still a number of people who are very, very seriously injured.'

'This driver was then alleged to have opened fire on police before he was shot dead, leaving revelers running for their lives to essentially try and save  themselves on what is supposed to be a happy, joyous night.'

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When they first hit our streets the idea seemed like a cheap and fun way of getting around Brisbane with little to no environmental impact, but e-scooters are dividing our communities. 

One thing is for sure that there are inherent risks with operating e-scooters and bikes.

Just yesterday, three people including a child were taken to hospital after three separate e-scooter accidents across Brisbane.

Active transport expert from the University of Queensland, Dr Richard Buning joined Dean Miller on 4BC Summer Breakfast to discuss the risks and concerns involved with e-scooters.

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Over the past week, we've reflected on 2024 but haven't looked ahead to 2025. 

What could happen this new year? 

Global futurist Anders Sorman-Nillson joined Dean Miller on Summer Breakfast to discuss what is in store for 2025.

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