Gavin King chats with Craig Crawford, State Member for Barron River, about the current state of affairs in our local region.

Issues surrounding hospital ramping, crime and misconduct, home invasions, and vehicle thefts were addressed. 

Craig also announced the police-connected, community-driven night patrols.

Gavin King chats with David Crisafulli, State Member for Broadwater & Leader of the Opposition in Queensland, about the ongoing issue of hospital ramping. 

Our local Cairns hospital has experienced its share of horror stories due to the crisis being experienced all around the state.

Gavin King chats with James McPeake, Owner & Director of James McPeake Town Planning, about land supply in relation to the housing shortage crisis facing Cairns and Far North Queensland.

Topics such as land availability, land parcel sizing, and apartment building heights were all raised.

Gavin King chats with Ian Henschke, Chief Advocate of National Seniors Australia, about post-election policy pertaining to retirees.

The idea to allow pensioners back into the workforce was discussed, as well as the incentives or disincentives to do so.

Gavin King chats with Sharon Vella, Regional Manager of Master Builders FNQ, about the current state of the construction industry in Cairns.

Many customers are facing delays in labour workers, materials, and even utility connections to electricty.

Its being dubbed the great "profitless boom", which has already seen the liquidation of 2 local companies.

Gavin King chats with Senator Matt Canavan, Deputy Leader of The Nationals in the Senate, about the LNP's recent election loss. 

One of the big issues discussed was climate change and net-zero emissions and the direction of green policy in an evolving Australia.

Gavin King chats with Senator Nita Green about the Australian election and what to expect going forward. 

Nita confirmed Labor's commitment to the $600 million worth of pledges and promises for Far North Queensland.

Senator Green also spoke about working with local member of the House of Representatives, Warren Entsch, and assured listeners that parties of differing political persuasions can still work together for the people of Cairns and the surrounding regions.

John MacKenzie chats with Jeff Reibel, North Queensland Cowboys CEO, about the huge NRL football match against Melbourne Storm.

Over 22,000 tickets, and counting, have been sold for the game held at the Queensland Country Bank Stadium in Townsville.

Jeff commented on the impressive performance of the players and their coach, Todd Payten, during this 2022 footy season.