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115:22

Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, April...

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2025/04/07

Listen to 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, weekdays from Midday - 3pm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:35

Rainbow Lorikeet takes out top spot in the...

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2025/04/07

The results of last year’s Aussie Bird Count are in, with 57-thousand people taking part to count 4.1 million birds from around the country. The week-long national event took place in October last year and the data has revealed that no two states share the same top 3 birds. Senior Public Affairs Advisor at BirdLife Australia, Sean Dooley joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons to reveal which birds made it onto the podium!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:17

'Golden opportunity': Tourism 'bed tax' could set QLD...

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2025/04/07

The suggestion to impose a 'bed tax' on tourism to Queensland holiday destinations has received mixed reviews. Queensland Tourism Industry Council CEO, Natassia Wheeler told Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons, "Theres so much work and discussion that needs to take place on this topic to determine how we fund tourism and what mechanism we fund this through." "We cant just say this is going to be the mechanism, we need to bring everybody together to determine where we need to get to, how we get there,

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115:47

Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, April...

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2025/04/04

Listen to 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, weekdays from Midday - 3pm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:11

On the campaign trail: Week one wrapped

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2025/04/04

Week one of the election campaign is winding down, with the Prime Minister and Opposition Leader travelling around the country. Nine Radio Federal Politics Reporter Zac DeSilva has been following Anthony Albanese, while Nine Radio Senior Reporter Josh Bryant has been with Peter Dutton. Both reporters joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons to share insights from the campaign trail.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:52

'Sensible step forward': Sofie Formica welcomes...

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2025/04/04

The Mayors of Brisbane, Gold Coast, Cairns, and Whitsundays have written to the Premier to enforce a 'bed tax' for tourists visiting Queensland. This is not a new idea, as many countries around the world are taxing tourists. Sofie Formica said on 4BC Afternoons, "But in my mind the visitor levy should not be viewed as a punishment." "In a nutshell, if we want tourism to thrive for generations we need the funds to do that, and this is a smart and sensible step forward," Sofie continued.See

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3:25

Australia's major superfunds targeted in cyberattack

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2025/04/04

Several of Australia's largest superfunds have been the target of a cyberattack. It has been revealed that AustralianSuper, Rest, and Insignia were affected, with stolen passwords used to target members' accounts. 9News has confirmed that at least four AustralianSuper customers had funds stolen in the attack, with losses believed to be in the "low hundreds of thousands."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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115:47

Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, April...

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2025/04/03

Listen to 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, weekdays from Midday - 3pm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:58

State government to increase fines next financial year

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2025/04/03

Queensland's state government fines will increase by 3.5% in the next financial year. The government is expected to raise $912 million by 2025-26, while over $110 million in 100,000 unpaid mobile phone fines alone are outstanding. Director of State Penalties Enforcement Registry Kim Easton joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons to discuss how the government enforces fines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:54

'At what cost': Queensland Government to add more...

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2025/04/03

Today, the Queensland Attorney-General announced more pokie machines needed in regional communities. This strategy is a pre-election promise to ensure that community clubs and pubs can continue operating in rural communities. Sofie Formica said on 4BC Afternoons, "I can understand that smaller, struggling clubs and pubs will welcome the extra machines, the question remains: at what cost?"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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115:35

Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, April...

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2025/04/02

Listen to 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, weekdays from Midday - 3pm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:12

The most epic proposal: Brisbane man rented Christ...

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2025/04/02

The most epic proposal has been achieved by a Brisbane man who rented the Christ the Redeemer statue in Brazil. Cooper Weldon told Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons, "It was definitely very special." "I guess it all started back when we were talking about her wanting me to propose, and I guess we talked about what requests she had. And one of those was that she didn't want it anywhere in public with lots of people around." "I thought it could be really cool to actually do it in a super public place,

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7:46

Fair Work Ombudsman investigating aged care providers...

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2025/04/02

The Fair Work Ombudsman is investigating aged care providers in five states to ensure staff receive the correct pay and entitlements. The regulator has visited 20 organisations across Queensland, Victoria, New South Wales, and Western Australia. Fair Work Ombudsman Anna Booth told Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons, "We've broken them down to residential aged care home care provider sites and digital platforms. That's sort of part of the reason why, because the workforce in the residential sector is

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8:26

'Great initiative': Wamuran Irrigation Scheme diverts...

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2025/04/02

After over a decade of planning and construction, the Wamuran Irrigation Scheme is up and running in Moreton Bay. The scheme will divert over 2.6 billion litres of treated wastewater to irrigate local farms. Moreton Bay Mayor Peter Flannery told Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons, "We are using recycled water whether we like it or not." "I think the education of the community needs to be taken on this journey of how this water can be used, how it's safe to use." "This is a great initiative, and I think

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11:58

Ripple Effect Foundation is catching waves for a good...

4BC Afternoons ·

2025/04/01

The Ripple Effect Foundation is inviting Australians to catch a wave to help raise awareness for mental health. The aim is to surf for at least 22 hours throughout April to raise funds for preventing suicide and mental illness. Co-Managing Director of Ripple Effect Foundation Adam McMurray joined Sofie Formica to discuss the fundraising event.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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16:35

Gas policies to take centre stage in federal election...

4BC Afternoons ·

2025/04/01

The federal election will likely see gas policy as a major point of contention, with the Coalition and Labor presenting opposing stances. The Coalition champions gas as a means to reduce energy prices and maintain energy security while pursuing nuclear power in the long term. Meanwhile, Labor finds itself navigating between practicality and political considerations. Principal Advisor at The Australia Institute Mark Ogge joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons to break down where each party stands on

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115:11

Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, April...

4BC Afternoons ·

2025/04/01

Listen to 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, weekdays from Midday - 3pm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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115:23

Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, March...

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2025/03/31

Listen to 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, weekdays from Midday - 3pm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:11

'Eye watering amount': Chocolate prices set to...

4BC Afternoons ·

2025/03/31

With Easter around the corner, Cacao prices are expected to rise by up to 20 per cent due to global shortages. Owner of 31Degrees, Kaitlyn Fitzpatrick, told Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons, "We use mostly Valrhona in all of our products." "Our chocolate prices have doubled in the last year, so it's definitely more of a squeeze than it used to be," Ms Fitzpatrick continued.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:10

ASIC finds Australia's biggest super funds failing...

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2025/03/31

ASIC has concluded a report finding Australia's largest super funds have been failing customers. ASIC Commissioner Simone Constant told Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons, "We have put forward 34 recommendations, actually, because the extent and depth and breadth of our findings were so significant." "We found some real points of failure that were in control of the trustees." "We need trustees to do theirs, have operations that deliver the services their members need and don't fail," Ms Constant

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