4BC Breakfast

Queensland farming bodies and local councils are pushing back against proposed federal changes to disaster recovery funding, which would drop the commonwealth contribution from 64% down to 50%.

Richmond Shire Mayor John Wharton joined Dean & Sofie on 4BC Breakfast to warn that the 14% funding cut will leave regional councils unable to repair infrastructure—such as his shire's $30 million in flood damage - ultimately driving up grocery prices for everyday consumers.

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The Queensland Hotel Association has criticised the state's rigid licensing laws for preventing local pubs and venues from opening early to broadcast the World Cup matches.

While a dedicated live site exists for fans, hospitality leaders argue that businesses are missing out on vital revenue while facing increasing overhead pressures.

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A dedicated regular listener surprised the 4BC Breakfast team by winning the "Rumour of the Week" with a calculation that the station is celebrating its 35,000th day on air.

To mark the massive milestone, the listener brought balloons, champagne, and cake into the studio, prompting discussions about officially declaring June 12th as "4BC Day."

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An early morning fire has severely damaged a derelict property on Monmouth Street in Morningside, leading to a complete shutdown of the street.

Five fire crews successfully extinguished the blaze, and investigators are now checking the abandoned home to ensure no squatters were inside and to determine the cause of the fire.

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US President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that he cancelled scheduled military strikes against Iran, claiming a comprehensive peace deal has been approved by all involved leadership.

However, security experts and regional allies like Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu remain highly sceptical due to conflicting military actions and Trump's unpredictable social media announcements.

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The Continuous Call Team's Mark Geyer joined Dean & Sofie on 4BC Breakfast to discuss a bizarre story about a fraudulent Canadian pilot before diving into a heavily depleted NRL round impacted by the State of Origin.

He proposed a radical idea to slash ticket prices for fans and provided his expert tips for the upcoming weekend matches, including an emotional Souths vs. Broncos clash.

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Dean & Sofie on 4BC Breakfast break down the state's strict definitions of affordable housing before Master Builders Deputy CEO Michael Hopkins joined the show to discuss a staggering 71% surge in apartment construction costs over the last three years.

The conversation highlights how $186,000 of red tape per build and global supply chain pressures are stalling Queensland's ability to hit its target of 50,000 new homes per year, driving locals out of the market in favour of deep-pocketed foreign investors.

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