4BC Drive

Four years after devastating floods wiped out the Toombul Shopping Centre, a massive new master plan envisions high-rise apartments and vibrant retail on the 10-hectare Nundah site.

Urban expert Ross Elliott joined 4BC Drive to break down why Brisbane must embrace smart flood design as high-density developments push into floodplains.

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With immigration ranking in the top five voter concerns, Labor, One Nation, and the Coalition have each revealed plans to reduce intake levels.

In this episode of The Summary, host Josh Bryant explores how these policies differ and what they mean for the nation.

Federal Politics Editor Michael Pachi breaks down the political strategy behind the party proposals. Migration Institute of Australia Chief Executive Peter van Vliet then examines the economic risks of cutting numbers too deeply and assesses whether intense political debate could damage Australia's ability to attract skilled workers.

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Australia is heading to the Moon! Keegan Buzza from the Australian Space Agency dropped into the studio with a prototype of "Roo-ver"—Australia's very first lunar rover, currently being designed and built right in Brisbane.

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Three years on from the October 7 attacks, Senator Dave Sharma broke down why anniversary protests across Australia are crossing the line.

Listen in as the former ambassador to Israel addresses the rise in local antisemitism and how Australia must respond.

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Beyond the harrowing headlines and high-stakes emergencies, two unexpected moments of compassion from local first responders show what these everyday heroes are really made of. 

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Every day, we hear more instances of AI agents going 'rogue,' with personal data and sensitive information increasingly being put at risk. But what does it actually mean when an AI agent steps out of line, and are Australia's cyber defences ready for the growing threat? 

In this episode of The Summary, host Josh Bryant digs into the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity alongside two leading experts. Dr. Jake Renzella from UNSW’s Computing and Education research group demystifies Large Language Models (LLMs) and explains what 'going rogue' means in a real-world technical context. Meanwhile, Professor Yang Xiang, a cybersecurity expert from Monash University, explores why AI-driven breaches lack traditional warning signs and questions whether we have entered an arms race where AI-powered tools are required to defend against AI-powered incursions. Together, they examine policy readiness and regulatory challenges pose a greater immediate risk to citizens than high-profile security incidents.

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A Brisbane man worries that proposing on an upcoming trip will upset his close friends after their daughter's big news. 

Listeners debate engagement etiquette and hand down a surprising final verdict.

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Australian Olympic legend and ASC CEO Kieren Perkins joined 4BC Drive following the official South Bank launch of the cheeky cockatoo emblem for the Brisbane 2032 Games.

Perkins shared why this crucial milestone is uniting the nation and offered rare insight into when Australia’s future young stars can expect to discover their own Olympic dream.

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