Mornings with John Mackenzie

John Mackenzie chats with Dr Ian Jeffreys, Principal Police Advisor at RACQ, about Australians enjoying cheaper fuel prices in the wake of the United States global tariff war.

John MacKenzie discusses the latest Australian federal election polling with Dr. Paul Willaims, Associate Professor in Politics and Journalism at Griffith University.

John MacKenzie speaks with Greg Williams, Co-Owner of the Cape Gateway Motel in Mareeba, about vandals who recently smashed up his motel and how the government must seriously address the youth crim...

John MacKenzie chats with Leigh Ratcliffe, Architect and original master planner of Palm Cove, about his new vision for an esplanade dominated by foot traffic as opposed to vehicles.

John MacKenzie chats with talkback caller Jim, from Kuranda, who passionately expressed his concerns for the future of the Kuranda Range and the vital access needed between Cairns and the Atherton ...

John MacKenzie chats with Chris Morris, Chairman of the Morris Group, about his expression of interest in taking on the lease to develop and run Double Island off Palm Cove.

John MacKenzie discusses cane toad gene editing with Professor Rick Shine AM, School of Natural Sciences at Macquarie University, and how close we are to eradicating the invasive pest.

John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Paul Williams, Associate Professor in Politics and Journalism at Griffith University, about the 2025 Australian federal election announced for Saturday 3rd of May.

John MacKenzie speaks with David Kempton, LNP State Member for Cook, about the statistical reduction in some forms of crime during the policy update that saw 33 new offences added to the 'Adult Tim...

John MacKenzie chats with Roger Ward, Director of Cairns Mortgage Brokers & Senior Fellow of the Financial Services Institute of Australasia, about USA tariffs and the effects on the stock market.

John MacKenzie chats with Saul Eslake, Independent Economist & Vice-Chancellor's Fellow at the University of Tasmania, about the proposed 10% tariff on beef by the United States that will impact Au...

John MacKenzie speaks with Lieutenant General Peter Leahy AC, Former Chief of the Australian Army & Director National Security Institute at the University of Canberra, about security concerns in th...

John MacKenzie chats with James Dein, Festival Director of Savannah in the Round, about the newly announced superstars attending the festival in 2025, including American country music sensation Zac...

John MacKenzie chats with Professor Jon Nott, Professor of Geoscience at JCU Cairns, contrasting the emergency response of Cyclone Jasper with Cyclone Alfred.

John MacKenzie chats with FNQ Tobacconist, Pam, about the black market trade in cigarettes and illegal tobacco products, and the mafia-style tactics being used by the illicit traders.

John MacKenzie chats with Locky Bensted, former Mareeba Councillor and Owner of Mareeba Truck School, about federal feasibility and funding commitments to replace the Barron River Bridge at Kuranda.

John MacKenzie speaks with David Kempton, LNP State Member for Cook, about the "adult time for adult crime" policy's practical application and effectiveness in reducing the rates of youth offending.

John MacKenzie speaks with Michael Healy, ALP State Member for Cairns, about legal reform and proposed restrictions for poker machine users.

John MacKenzie chats with Dr Victoria Gordon, Microbiologist & Non-executive Director and Co-Founder of QBiotics, about the research development into a cancer-fighting drug obtained from a rainfore...

John MacKenzie speaks with David Bobberman, CEO Queensland Seafood Industry Association, about the steps toward requiring the clear labelling of Australian versus foreign-caught seafood.

John MacKenzie speaks with Mayor Lisa Scomazzon, Douglas Shire, about the future of the Mossman Mill site and exploring alternative primary production options.

John MacKenzie speaks with Nick Dametto, KAP State Member for Hinchinbrook, about the Bruce Highway being cut yet again at the Seymour River crossing.

John MacKenzie speaks with Dr. Paul Williams, Associate Professor in Politics and Journalism at Griffith University, about the latest federal election polling and the likelihood of a minority gover...

John MacKenzie chats with Wayne Rees, local actor and marriage celebrant, about his time on the stage entertaining the people of Cairns.

John MacKenzie chats with Col from Goldsborough Valley about how people still swim near Peet's Bridge, unaware of the large crocodile that inhabits the area, and how the lack of warning sign will u...

John MacKenzie chats with Cr. Kristy Vallely, CRC Rep for Division 6, about the light-industrial development site voted in favour by council for Redlynch Valley.

John MacKenzie speaks with Saul Eslake, Independent Economist & Vice-Chancellor's Fellow at the University of Tasmania, about the uncertainty and volatility of world stock markets in the time of Tr...

John MacKenzie chats with David Kempton, LNP State Member for Cook, for his response to talkback caller Tom from Cairns and his desperate plea for politicians to address the crime emergency facing ...

John MacKenzie chats with an impassioned caller, Tom from Cairns, about his experiences with crime and how governments need to act.

John MacKenzie speaks with Emily Jade, 102.9 FM Hot Tomato Breakfast Show in the Gold Coast, for an update on the events following Tropical Cyclone Alfred's crossing of the Southeast Coastline.

John MacKenzie speaks with Deputy Mayor Brett Olds, CRC Rep for Division 9, about the controversial "bed tax" which would see an additional charge for accommodation providers to raise money to prom...

John MacKenzie chats with National's Senator Matthew Canavan about the politicisation of Cyclone Alfred and how climate doomsayers are quick to jump on a natural disaster to further their agenda.

John MacKenzie chats with Peter Rinaudo, State Emergency Services Community Engagement & Recruitment Officer for Far Northern Region, about the support our local SES volunteers can lend to the sout...

John MacKenzie speaks with chats with Brynie Rosser-Guyatt, Allissa Tenni, and Emily Cocks-Wheeler, to follow-up on the success of the rally against crime recently held at Freedom Park on the Cairn...

John MacKenzie chats with Deputy Mayor Brett Olds, CRC Rep for Division 9, about a proposed development at Palm Cove's northern end to build a lagoon and safe harbour.

John MacKenzie speaks with Dan Purdie, State Minister for Police and Emergency Services, about the need to address the community's concerns over an increasing crime crisis.

John MacKenzie spoke with Bree James, LNP State Member for Barron River, about the rally against crime that was well-attended by concerned locals who are desperate for solutions to the ever-increas...

John MacKenzie speaks with Brynie Rosser-Guyatt, Allissa Tenni, and Emily Cocks-Wheeler, who have organised the rally against crime being held this Sunday, March 2nd at Midday on the Esplanade (Fre...

John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Paul Williams, Associate Professor in Politics and Journalism at Griffith University, about what to expect in the upcoming Australian federal election.

John MacKenzie discusses the importance of an anti-crime rally to be held on Sunday March 2 with Aaron McLeod, President of The Crime & Justice Action Group.

John MacKenzie speaks with Deputy Mayor Brett Olds, CRC Rep for Division 9, about the horrific alleged rape and assault by 3 teens at a Cairns address.

John MacKenzie chats with Locky Bensted, Former Mareeba Shire Councillor and owner of Mareeba Truck School, about the shocking case where it was reported that a thug stole a car on the streets of M...

John MacKenzie chats with Keith Hamburger AM, Former Director-General of Queensland's Corrective Services Commission, about the current state of law and order in Cairns and across the state.

John MacKenzie discusses increasing youth crime in Kuranda Village with Ken Harley, a local with years of experience in community activism and dealing with troubled youths.

John MacKenzie chats with Roger Ward, Director of Cairns Mortgage Brokers & Senior Fellow of the Financial Services Institute of Australasia, about the need for a food distribution centre located i...

John MacKenzie speaks with Ross Hodgman, Acting Regional Director Department of Transport and Main Roads, for an update on the highway closures and temporary crossing following the 2025 flooding in...

John MacKenzie chats with Mayor Ramon Jayo, Hinchinbrook Shire Council, about the Bruce Highway closed between Ingham and Cardwell due to flooding at Seymour River.

John MacKenzie chats with Brad Stewart, Coles Regional Manager, for an update on the availability of stock and groceries at our local supermarket shelves.

John MacKenzie chats with Gary Mahon, CEO of the Queensland Trucking Association, about the logistics for transport companies to fill the supermarket shelves in Far North Queensland following the d...

John MacKenzie has a colourful chat with George from Fetta's Greek Taverna about the huge quantity of fresh produce available at Rusty's Markets this weekend.