4BC Mornings

New research from the Sammy D Foundation reveals that 83% of Australians are deeply concerned about the "manosphere's" influence on young boys.

Foundation founder Neil Davis joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to discuss how their programs in schools and sporting clubs are working to counteract toxic online advice and teach respectful relationships.

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Former NRL and Fiji international forward Kane Evans has bravely come out as gay during a powerful interview on Nine's 100% Footy.

He detailed his post-career battles with substance abuse and homelessness while wrestling with his sexuality, but expressed immense relief and freedom after finally sharing his truth.

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Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings paid tribute to the late Dr. Richard Scolyer, the world-renowned cancer researcher and 2024 Australian of the Year, who passed away at age 59 following a battle with brain cancer.

His close friend Mark Barretta joined the program to share personal stories of Dr. Scolyer’s determination on the Tour de Cure, his revolutionary medical breakthroughs, and the confirmation of an upcoming state funeral.

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Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings and education consultant Dr. Kevin Donnelly discuss a damning new Menzies Research Centre report outlining how Australia's curriculum has become overcrowded, sub-standard, and overly focused on "woke" political correctness.

They advocate for slashing the core curriculum to 60% of the school week to eliminate bloated bureaucracy, reduce climate anxiety in students, and give schools the autonomy to reintroduce trades, sports, and patriotic values.

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Brisbane's Sofitel is hosting the prestigious Global Ag Investing conference, marking the very first time this massive industry event has been held in the Southern Hemisphere.

Portfolio Director Jonathan Levin joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to explain that 350 global institutional investors, representing $10 trillion in assets, are meeting to tour Queensland's agricultural assets, explore agtech infrastructure, and coordinate massive generational investments to help Australia feed a booming global population.

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The federal government is proposing hidden changes to disaster recovery funding that will force states to shoulder more of the financial burden when natural disasters strike.

This decision is expected to directly hit Queenslanders through increased local council rates and a further strain on the state budget, already buckling under housing, healthcare, and cost-of-living pressures.

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Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings showcased a diverse lineup of upcoming Queensland Day celebrations, ranging from thong-throwing contests at North Burleigh to pineapple-topped parmies at the Broncos Leagues Club.

It also highlights free barefoot bowls paired with Chinese bistro classics at Bramble Bay, a $6 local film festival by Screen Queensland, and unique outback events like chicken racing.

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