Ipswich budget showdown: Mayor hits back at "shocking" Federal and State funding blackout

FULL SHOW: 4BC Breakfast with Ben Davis, June 30th, 2026

Ben Davis filling in for Dean Miller and Sofie Formica who will return on July 13. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Mainstream vs. Social Media: The dangerous reality of sourcing your news online

Media commentator Nick Hayes joined Ben Davis on 4BC Breakfast to expose the massive gap between the perceived wealth of digital influencers and the harsh reality of their actual earnings. This eye-opening segment delves into why traditional, regulated media remains the trusted choice for major advertisers while cautioning listeners against relying entirely on social media for their news. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Ipswich budget showdown: Mayor hits back at "shocking" Federal and State funding blackout

Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding joined Ben Davis on 4BC Breakfast to reveal the city’s landmark 2026/27 budget, unveiling the largest-ever three-year capital works program alongside new initiatives like the region's first-ever waste vouchers. However, the announcement comes amid rising tensions, as the Mayor slammed the state and federal governments for a "shocking" lack of infrastructure funding required to sustain Queensland's fastest-growing city. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Why thousands of Queenslanders could be left in the dark as the free solar plan launches tomorrow

A massive energy shift hits Southeast Queensland tomorrow, offering households three consecutive hours of completely free electricity between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM. However, Energy Flex CEO Gary Harding joined Ben Davis on 4BC Breakfast to warn that consumers must possess a smart meter and proactively contact their retailers to switch over, or they risk missing out entirely. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

FULL SHOW: 4BC Breakfast with Ben Davis, June 29th, 2026

Ben Davis filling in for Dean Miller and Sofie Formica who will return on July 13. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.