4BC Mornings

Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings sharply criticised rumoured government cuts to negative gearing and the Capital Gains Tax (CGT) discount in the upcoming budget, warning that the financial burden will fall on everyday investors earning under $80,000.

He argued that landlords will simply pass these new costs onto renters, exacerbating the current housing shortage, cost-of-living crisis, and homelessness.

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As the RBA weighs another interest rate hike to combat 4.6% inflation, finance expert Chris Foster-Ramsay joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to share practical ways everyday Aussies can trim their household budgets.

From building a "zombie cupboard" of discounted non-perishables to uncovering hidden phone subscriptions, the segment breaks down simple strategies to survive the cost-of-living crisis.

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Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings dives into the surprisingly lucrative world of competitive budgerigar breeding ahead of the national championships on the Gold Coast.

Judge Neile Love explains the strict criteria, specialised breeding techniques, and high prestige that can earn a champion bird up to $1,000.

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One Nation leader Pauline Hanson joined 4BC's inaugural listener roundtable with Jason Matthews to answer direct questions from undecided voters about Australia's cost of living crisis.

She blamed mass migration, overregulation, and rampant NDIS rorting for the nation's economic woes, promising to aggressively target government waste.

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Emmanuel City Mission founder Robbie Curtis is walking over 2,700km to Alice Springs to raise $1 million for the homeless.

He joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to share the highs and lows of his journey, from outback hospitality to face-planting on the Warrego Highway.

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This Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month, advocate Samantha Schultz joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to break down the hidden barriers survivors face, including technology-facilitated abuse and severe financial insecurity.

Samantha and Jason shed light on Queensland's alarming domestic violence statistics while offering a simple, life-saving solution for listeners by donating their unused smartphones.

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Following a horrific four-car pileup caused by a 14-year-old driver in Wide Bay, Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings explored Queensland's worsening road toll crisis.

Professional rally driver Molly Taylor joined the show to launch the 2026 Fatality Free Friday campaign, urging motorists to rethink their driving mindset and take community responsibility.

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