4BC Breakfast

An undetected people-smuggler vessel successfully made landfall in Far North Queensland on Tuesday, sparking fierce political debate over the current government's handling of border security.

Shadow Home Affairs Minister Jonno Duniam joined Ben Davis on 4BC Breakfast to warn that a 20% cut to aerial surveillance hours and a questionable $4 billion contract are leaving Australia's borders dangerously exposed to illegal networks.

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A heated debate between Ben Davis and food safety expert Susannah Roelofsz of 4BC Mornings revealed the terrifying hidden bacterial risks lurking in everyday leftovers like chicken, rice, and pasta.

The segment breaks down how improper cooling and uneven microwave reheating create perfect breeding grounds for heat-resistant toxins that can lead to severe gastrointestinal illness.

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Ben Davis filling in for Dean Miller and Sofie Formica who will return on July 13.

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University of Queensland Professor Robbie Wilson joined Ben Davis on 4BC Breakfast to discuss how wildlife biology mathematics is used to analyse every single penalty shootout in World Cup and Euro history, discovering that crucial psychological shifts drastically affect success rates.

His data shows that the order of shooters must completely flip depending on whether a team kicks first or second, yet conservative global soccer academies are notoriously resistant to adopting this groundbreaking strategy.

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Brisbane Broncos halfback Ben Hunt joined Ben Davis on 4BC Breakfast to break his silence on the swirling rumours of a dressing room mutiny against coach Michael Maguire, firmly backing the coach by pointing to his own recent contract extension.

Hunt also laid bare the playing group's deep disappointment and shock over Josiah’s second disciplinary stand-down of the year, while locking focus on Saturday’s "do or die" Suncorp clash against the Sharks.

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A major shift in federal legislation now mandates employers to pay superannuation contributions concurrently with regular pay cycles rather than quarterly, heavily impacting small business cash flows by pulling deadlines forward by 118 days.

While commercial accounting software accommodates these changes, the sudden closure of the ATO’s small business clearing house leaves 280,000 employers scrambling to find alternative solutions amidst rising economic uncertainties and strict impending penalty regimes.

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The Brisbane Broncos are facing intense external pressure and rumours of a player-led revolt following a brutal seven-game losing streak since Anzac Day.

However, between massive injury counts, ASX financial constraints, and a lack of viable replacement coaches, cutting Michael Maguire loose early would be a massive mistake for the club.

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Ben Davis filling in for Dean Miller and Sofie Formica who will return on July 13.

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Media commentator Nick Hayes joined Ben Davis on 4BC Breakfast to expose the massive gap between the perceived wealth of digital influencers and the harsh reality of their actual earnings.

This eye-opening segment delves into why traditional, regulated media remains the trusted choice for major advertisers while cautioning listeners against relying entirely on social media for their news.

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Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding joined Ben Davis on 4BC Breakfast to reveal the city’s landmark 2026/27 budget, unveiling the largest-ever three-year capital works program alongside new initiatives like the region's first-ever waste vouchers.

However, the announcement comes amid rising tensions, as the Mayor slammed the state and federal governments for a "shocking" lack of infrastructure funding required to sustain Queensland's fastest-growing city.

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