The $350 million gas tax leak: Why Aussies are demanding a plebiscite

FULL SHOW: 4BC Breakfast with Dean & Sofie, June 16th, 2026

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New South Wales-born Quokka betrays home state to predict Queensland win

In a lead-up to State of Origin Game Two, Quincy the Quokka from Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary has officially predicted a Queensland victory by choosing their designated treat box over New South Wales. Dean & Sofie on 4BC Breakfast are capitalising on the prediction tomorrow by giving away limited-edition bottles of "Eau de Queensland" perfume to listeners who call in with their own score predictions. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The $350 million gas tax leak: Why Aussies are demanding a plebiscite

The Australia Institute is pushing for a national plebiscite to introduce a 25% tax on gas exports, arguing the nation has already missed out on $70 billion in revenue since the current government took power. Co-CEO Leanne Minshull joined Dean & Sofie on 4BC Breakfast to debunk industry threats of abandonment, highlighting that Australia loses $350,000 every ten minutes without this essential policy change. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

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From Kedron Brook to the Brisbane River: Are shark numbers actually on the rise?

Amid rising concerns over a perceived spike in bull shark numbers across Southeast Queensland, recreational fishers are calling for a relaxation of existing fishing restrictions. Bond University shark expert Dr. Daryl McPhee joined Dean & Sofie on 4BC Breakfast to discuss the anecdotal evidence, national shark bite statistics, and why a healthier marine environment might naturally lead to more shark encounters. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.