4BC Step Outside host Paul Burt joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Summer Breakfast to discuss the reality of the monsoonal wet season in North Queensland.

They touch on the technicalities of summer storms and the exceptional surfing conditions currently hitting the coast.

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Professional Nutritionist Jemma O'Hanlon joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Summer Breakfast to debunk the myths surrounding modern milk trends and the supposed "dangers" of full cream dairy.

She provides a science-based look at why traditional milk remains a nutritional powerhouse compared to popular, highly processed alternatives.

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Dale Norris from Skyliner Fireworks joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Summer Breakfast to he massive logistical effort required to launch 100,000 pyrotechnic effects from six barges along the Brisbane River.

The conversation highlights the transition from manual "firecrackers" to a high-tech, computer-controlled "City of Dreams" theme celebrating the city’s future.

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While Southeast Queensland enjoys a calm New Year’s Eve, the North is facing life-threatening flash floods and isolated communities.

SES officials are warning residents to stay vigilant as rainfall totals are expected to exceed 200mm in some areas.

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TEDxSydney Founder Remo Guiffré joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Summer Breakfast to explore a variety of bizarre and charming New Year’s traditions from around the world.

They highlight how these unique cultural rituals provide a sense of identity and fun that Australia’s standard fireworks display might be missing.

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Sarah Orr from Compare the Market joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Summer Breakfast to explain why "loyalty" to an insurance provider often results in higher premiums compared to new customer deals.

They discuss practical ways to negotiate, the hidden costs of paying monthly, and how to audit your policy for irrelevant coverage.

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Jason Matthews on 4BC Summer Breakfast was shocked upon discovering that public urination and drunkenness were decriminalised in Queensland in 2023.

He calls on Premier David Crisafulli to reinstate these laws while simultaneously launching a mock-serious campaign to bring back plastic straws in 2026.

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