John MacKenzie chats with Ros Bates, State member for Mudgeeraba, Shadow Minister for Health and Ambulance Services, and Shadow Minister for Medical Research, about Cairns hospital's overcrowding crisis due to a shortage of doctors & nurses in FNQ.
John MacKenzie chats with Ros Bates, State member for Mudgeeraba, Shadow Minister for Health and Ambulance Services, and Shadow Minister for Medical Research, about Cairns hospital's overcrowding crisis, primarily due to a shortage of doctors & nurses in Far North Queensland An increase in mental health cases and covid numbers have also contributed to the Qld health system being in the "worst s...
9m May 18, 2022
9m
John MacKenzie chats with Senator Matt Canavan, Deputy Leader of the Nationals in the Senate, about the reality of Australia's coal and renewable power industry, after energy billionaire, Trevor St Baker, weighed in on the issue.
John MacKenzie chats with Senator Matt Canavan, Deputy Leader of the Nationals in the Senate, about the future reality of Australia's coal and renewable power industry. Energy billionaire and mogul, Trevor St Baker, has issued a plea to both sides of the energy debate, warning that a radical shift away from coal will drive up the price of power. Trevor has financial interests in both coal and s...
10m May 17, 2022
10m
John MacKenzie chats with Prof. Peter Ridd, Independent Scientist & Marine Geophysicist, about the latest Reef Health report by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority.
John MacKenzie chats with Prof. Peter Ridd, Independent Scientist & Marine Geophysicist, about the latest Reef Health report by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, which has announced a fourth coral bleaching event in the last seven years. GBRMPA claims that 91 percent of the reef has experienced some form of bleaching. 
6m May 13, 2022
6m
John MacKenzie chats with Trent Twomey, National President of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia, about the state of this year's flu season in contrast to covid-19. Trent reminds those complacent about the necessity of getting the influenza vaccine.
John MacKenzie chats with Trent Twomey, National President of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia, about the state of this year's flu season in contrast to covid-19.  Experts fear a grave flu season is to be expected with high reports coming in already, and many people flooding pharmacies for their 2022 flu jab. Trent reminds those complacent about the necessity of getting the influenza vaccine.
10m May 12, 2022
10m
John MacKenzie chats with Michael Nelson, Managing Director of Pinnacle Tourism Marketing, about the tourism body's election Wishlist, which aims to get federal support to see the return of international visitors to Cairns and far North Queensland.
John MacKenzie chats with Michael Nelson, Managing Director of Pinnacle Tourism Marketing, about the tourism body's election Wishlist, which aims to get federal support to see the return of international visitors to Cairns and far North Queensland.  Staff shortages is hospitality need to be addressed and aviation capacity is fundamental. Michael expects the overseas market to take around 2-3 ye...
7m May 11, 2022
7m
John Mackenzie chats with Jason Christopher, local Pharmacist and Managing Director of Cairns Doctors & Whole Life Pharmacy, about the GP shortage facing Cairns and the Far North.
John Mackenzie chats with Jason Christopher, local Pharmacist and Managing Director of Cairns Doctors & Whole Life Pharmacy, about the GP (General Practitioner) shortage facing Cairns and Far North Queensland. Regional doctors and/or a pilot program to trial pharmacies diagnosing minor illnesses is needed to help resolve this frightening future prospect, as too many residents are being told tha...
12m May 10, 2022
12m
John MacKenzie chats with Brett O'Sughrue, Managing Director of Cairns Auto Electrical Mechanical Air & Audio, about preventative and protective measures for car theft, including kill switches, GPS tracking, and mobile control.
John MacKenzie chats with Brett O'Sughrue, Managing Director of Cairns Auto Electrical Mechanical Air & Audio, about preventative and protective measures for car theft, including kill switches, GPS tracking, and mobile phone control. With a record number of vehicles being stolen across Cairns and Far North Queensland, concerned locals are resorting to modern technology to help them sleep easier...
10m May 09, 2022
10m
John MacKenzie chats with Ian MacLean, local astronomer and owner of Nights Sky Secrets, about the upcoming "Eta Aquariid" meteorite shower that will be visible for Cairns and Far North Queenslanders this weekend.
John MacKenzie chats with Ian MacLean, local astronomer and owner of Nights Sky Secrets, about the upcoming "Eta Aquariid" meteorite shower that will be visible for Cairns and Far North Queenslanders this weekend. The meteor shower can be seen by all Australians across the nation a couple of hours before sunrise on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th of May 2022. It is estimated that spectators can exp...
8m May 06, 2022
8m
John MacKenzie chats with James Coughlan, Regional Commercial Development Manager for Asia-Pacific & Indian Oceans Intercruises, about James' recent trip to Miami USA where all things cruising were discussed.
John MacKenzie chats with James Coughlan, Regional Commercial Development Manager for Asia-Pacific & Indian Oceans Intercruises, about James' recent trip to Miami USA where the future of the cruising industry was being unveiled. Everything was discussed, from Richard Branson's Virgin Voyages to local cruising.  Cairns can expect to see something very exciting within the coming months!
9m May 05, 2022
9m
Sample Clip - COWS KILLED - John MacKenzie chats with Shane Knuth about cattle being shot in National Parks.
1m May 04, 2022
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COWS KILLED - John MacKenzie chats with Shane Knuth, KAP State Member for Hill, about the bizarre case of innocent cows being shot by the state government's department of environment after the cattle become lost in national parks.
John MacKenzie chats with Shane Knuth, KAP State Member for Hill, about the bizarre case of innocent cows being shot by the state government's department of environment after the cattle become lost in national parks. The government is accused of not giving enough notice to graziers who need to muster and save their cattle, and instead, rangers are shooting branded and unbranded cows from helico...
7m May 04, 2022
7m
John MacKenzie chats with Daniel Gschwind about his announcement to retire from the position of CEO of the Queensland Tourism Industry Council.
John MacKenzie chats with Daniel Gschwind about his announcement to retire from the position of CEO of the Queensland Tourism Industry Council. Daniel has been a regular contributor to the show, providing his valuable knowledge and insight into all things tourism for the state of Queensland. Best wishes to Daniel for his future, he now has the time to be a tourist himself!
10m May 04, 2022
10m
Sample Clip: John MacKenzie chats with Peter Piccone, owner of Piccones IGA, about the empty shelves again, inparticular the frozen section. Peter researched and provided a detailed explanation for the delays.
1m May 03, 2022
1m
John MacKenzie chats with talkback caller, Ann from Cairns, about her recent encounter with late-night criminals targeting her neighbourhood.
John MacKenzie chats with talkback caller, Ann from Cairns, about her recent encounter with late-night criminals targeting her neighbourhood. Ann's call was topical after John spoke with Dale Last, Queensland State Shadow Minister for Police and Corrective Services, about the increase in crime and anti-social behaviour in the Cairns community. Callers have been ringing in with their passionate ...
8m May 03, 2022
8m
John MacKenzie chats with Ian leavers, President and CEO of the Queensland Police Union and remarks are made about the current crime crisis in Cairns City.
15m Apr 29, 2022
15m
Sample Clip: John MacKenzie chats with talkback caller Tony, and CRC Division 1 Representative Brett Moller, about the need to open up Shield St to traffic again.
1m Apr 29, 2022
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John MacKenzie chats with talkback caller Tony, and CRC Division 1 Representative Brett Moller, about the need for the council to put pressure on the state government to do more to solve Cairns' crime crisis.
John MacKenzie chats with talkback caller Tony from the CBD, and Cairns Regional Council's Division 1 Representative Brett Moller, about the need for the council to put pressure on the state government to do more to solve Cairns' crime crisis.  The idea was floated to open up shield street to traffic which would increase movement and, in turn, dissuade anti-social behaviour.
7m Apr 29, 2022
7m
Sample Clip: AFL Game reminder tips and tricks
John MacKenzie chats with Gary Young, President of AFL Cairns, about the big game in Cairns this Saturday, April 30th hosted at Cazalys Stadium, between St Kilda and Port Adelaide.
1m Apr 28, 2022
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John MacKenzie chats with Gary Young, President of AFL Cairns, about the big game in Cairns this Saturday, April 30th hosted at Cazalys Stadium.
John MacKenzie chats with Gary Young, President of AFL Cairns, about the big game in Cairns this Saturday, April 30th hosted at Cazalys Stadium. Around 10,000 fans are expected to fill Cazalys Stadium to enjoy the AFL match between St Kilda (Melbourne) and Port Adelaide. It is a positive event for Cairns City and organisers hope it will kick-start a future long-term commitment to Australian Foo...
9m Apr 28, 2022
9m
John MacKenzie chats with Peter Scott, Mayor of Douglas Shire, about the globality and locality of rising sea levels.
1m Apr 27, 2022
1m
John Mackenzie chats with Jimmy Floyd, President of Pyramid Power AFL, about the new direction of the football club. Jimmy also spoke about the recent crime crisis plaguing Cairns City.
John Mackenzie chats with Jimmy Floyd, President of Pyramid Power AFL, about the new direction of the football club. Jimmy is passionate about the positive effects an AFL club can have on young people.  Jimmy also spoke about the recent crime crisis plaguing Cairns City after the Cairns Library was again vandalised. Spates of crime and anti-social behaviour is increasing the fear factor of resi...
17m Apr 27, 2022
17m
John MacKenzie chats with Brett Olds, CRC Representative for Division 9, about the need to put together a compilation of security camera footage of crime in Cairns' CBD to show to state leaders.
1m Apr 26, 2022
1m
John MacKenzie chats with Brett Olds, CRC Representative for Division 9, about a range of issues including the Anzac Day celebrations, CBD crime, and bike paths joining the northern beaches.
John MacKenzie chats with Brett Olds, CRC Representative for Division 9, about a range of issues and recent events.  Monday's Anzac Day celebrations were held despite the torrential downpour of rain. Proud residents of Cairns joined the dawn service and the parade to show their support for the brave Australians who have fought for our freedoms. The Wangetti Trail is the ongoing bike path being ...
14m Apr 26, 2022
14m
Sample Clip: John MacKenzie chats with Deputy Mayor Terry James, CRC representative for Division 4 about adding speakers to the council's security camera system.
1m Apr 22, 2022
1m
John MacKenzie chats with Deputy Mayor Terry James and talkback caller Eric, from Cairns, about Eric's terrifying experience at the Lake St toilet block.
John MacKenzie chats with Deputy Mayor Terry James, CRC representative for Division 4, and talkback caller Eric, from Cairns, about Eric's terrifying experience at the Lake St toilet block. Eric recently witnessed people misusing and abusing the public toilet facilities and called upon the council's security team to help address the issue.
3m Apr 22, 2022
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Sample Clip: John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Anna Hayes, Senior Lecturer of Political Science at James Cook University Cairns, about the recent Solomons-China security deal and the expectation of a Chinese military base to be constructed.
1m Apr 21, 2022
1m
John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Anna Hayes, Senior Lecturer of Political Science at James Cook University Cairns, about the recent Solomons-China security deal and the expectation of a Chinese military base to be constructed.
John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Anna Hayes, Senior Lecturer of Political Science at James Cook University Cairns, to get an update about the recent Solomons Islands-China deal, which has seen a security pact signed between the two nations. The expectation is that a Chinese military base will soon be constructed within close proximity to our nation of Australia, as China expands its presence in th...
11m Apr 21, 2022
11m
Sample Clip: John MacKenzie chats with George Karagiannis, Owner of Fettas Tavern, about a large-scale public brawl on the corner of Shield & Lake Streets which was witnessed by shocked families and tourists
1m Apr 20, 2022
1m
John MacKenzie chats with George Karagiannis, Owner of Fettas Tavern, about a large-scale public brawl on the corner of Shield & Lake Streets which was witnessed by shocked families and tourists.
John MacKenzie chats with George Karagiannis, Owner of Fettas Taverna on Grafton Street, about a large-scale public brawl on the corner of Shield & Lake Streets which was witnessed by shocked families and tourists. Violence and pretty crime are commonplace in Cairns' CBD, with calls being made to the state government to help finally resolve this crisis. George has a constant, first-hand experie...
9m Apr 20, 2022
9m
Sample Clip: John MacKenzie chats with Peter Raffles, President of the North Queensland State Alliance, about the idea of a separate North Queensland state and where its new capital might be located.
1m Apr 19, 2022
1m
John MacKenzie chats with Peter Raffles, President of the North Queensland State Alliance, about the need for a postal survey to engage local residents in regards to the idea of a separate North Queensland state.
John MacKenzie chats with Peter Raffles, President of the North Queensland State Alliance, local barrister, and JCU graduate, about the need for a postal survey to engage local residents in regards to the idea of a separate North Queensland state. Peter wants the thoughts of voters to be heard and if a separate state is desired then a Royal Commission would be needed to determine the new bounda...
11m Apr 19, 2022
11m
Sample Clip: John MacKenzie chats with Warren Entsch, Federal Member for Leichhardt, about the government's commitment of $107 million to help with Cairns' new water supply.
28s Apr 14, 2022
28s
John MacKenzie chat with Enver Selita, recently appointed President of the Cairns Chamber of Commerce, about the federal government's announcement of $107 million for the Cairns water supply crisis.
John MacKenzie welcomes the recently appointed President of the Cairns Chamber of Commerce, Enver Selita. Enver chats with John about the federal government's announcement of $107 million to assist Cairns with its water supply crisis. A few additional topics were covered today, including the state of business survival during covid-19 after mandates and skills shortages have made things difficul...
12m Apr 14, 2022
12m
Sample Clip: Nick Dametto, KAP State Member for Hinchinbrook, makes an interesting point by juxtaposing the increase of certain traffic fines with rampant traffic crimes.
John MacKenzie chats with nick Dametto, KAP State Member for Hinchinbrook. The topic of higher fines for not wearing a seatbelt and mobile use was discussed, with Nick accusing the state government of revue raising because the fines would negatively affect people who aim to be law-abiding. Nick made an interesting point by juxtaposing the increase of certain traffic fines with rampant traffic c...
1m Apr 13, 2022
1m
John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Anna Hayes, Senior Lecturer of Political Science at James Cook University Cairns, about the need to expand northern Australian military bases in response to the growing concern of China.
John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Anna Hayes, Senior Lecturer of Political Science at James Cook University Cairns, about the need to expand northern Australian military bases in cairns and Townsville, in response to the growing concern of China. Dr. Hayes discusses how China will exploit Australia's upcoming federal election in order to secure its advancement in the Solomon Islands.
7m Apr 13, 2022
7m
Sample Clip: John MacKenzie chats with Bob Baldwin, Chair of the Australian Fishing Trade Association and former member of federal parliament, about the Spanish Mackerel debate about the loss of biomass stocks and the proposed limit to commercial fishers
1m Apr 12, 2022
1m
John MacKenzie chats with Bob Baldwin, Chair of the Australian Fishing Trade Association and former member of federal parliament, about the Spanish Mackerel debate about the loss of biomass stocks and the proposed limit to commercial fishers.
Today John spoke with  Bob Baldwin, Chair of the Australian Fishing Trade Association and former member of federal parliament, about the Spanish Mackerel debate. Queensland fisheries estimate that Spanish mackerel numbers are at 17% of un-fished stock levels and recommend that commercial fishers lower their catch levels, some reports suggest that up to a 90% reduction is needed. This will negat...
13m Apr 12, 2022
13m
John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Paul Williams, Associate Professor in Politics and Journalism at Griffith University, about the federal seat of Leichhardt after the election was called for 21st May 2022.
A federal election has been called by the Scott Morrison government for May 21, 2022, and election coverage is entering full swing.  John MacKenzie caught up with Dr. Paul Williams, Associate Professor in Politics and Journalism at Griffith University, about the federal seat of Leichhardt, currently held by incumbent Warren Entsch. Entsch held the position from 1996 to 2007, and then again sinc...
11m Apr 11, 2022
11m
Sample Clip: John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Paul Williams, Associate Professor in Politics and Journalism at Griffith University, about the federal seat of Leichhardt after the election was called for 21st May 2022.
1m Apr 11, 2022
1m
Sample Clip: John MacKenzie chats with Mark Olsen, CEO of Tourism Tropical North Queensland. Mark mentions that fine dining, which uses locally-acquired produce, is particularly coveted by the modern traveler.
27s Apr 08, 2022
27s
John MacKenzie chats with Mark Olsen, CEO of Tourism Tropical North Queensland, about the methods needed to recover the tourism industry in FNQ after the Japanese ambassador visited Cairns to meet with tourism authorities.
John MacKenzie chats with Mark Olsen, CEO of Tourism Tropical North Queensland, about the methods needed to recover the tourism industry in FNQ after the Japanese ambassador visited Cairns to meet with tourism authorities. Cairns is a world-class destination boasting natural beauty with the reef and rainforest as examples and of course the fine dining, restaurants, and hip cafe scene in the reg...
14m Apr 08, 2022
14m
Sample Clip: John MacKenzie chats with Geoffrey Thomas, Editor in Chief at AirlineRatings.com, about the recent spike in airlines prices for domestic travelers within Australia.
John MacKenzie chats with Geoffrey Thomas, Editor in Chief at AirlineRatings.com (http://airlineratings.com/) , about the recent spike in airlines prices for domestic travelers within Australia. Geoffrey sheds light on the issue and reminds listeners about the many cheaper flight options still available. The data is not as frightening as some reporting made it out to be. Geoffrey Thomas also pr...
1m Apr 07, 2022
1m
John MacKenzie chats with Geoffrey Thomas, Editor in Chief at AirlineRatings.com, about the recent spike in airlines prices for domestic travelers within Australia.
John MacKenzie chats with Geoffrey Thomas, Editor in Chief at AirlineRatings.com, about the recent spike in airlines prices for domestic travelers within Australia. Geoffrey sheds light on the issue and reminds listeners about the many cheaper flight options still available. The data is not as frightening as some reporting made it out to be. Geoffrey Thomas also provides insight into the rumour...
8m Apr 07, 2022
8m
Sample Clip: John MacKenzie chats with Chamber of Commerce CEO, Patricia O'Neill, about the upcoming end of vaccination mandates for entertainment and hospitality venues.
1m Apr 06, 2022
1m
John MacKenzie chats with Kevin Byrne, Former Mayor of Cairns & Military Officer, about Chinese advancement in relation to the Solomon Islands. Kevin also touched on his recent life-saving surgery.
John MacKenzie chats with Kevin Byrne, Former Mayor of Cairns, Military Officer, and Senior Instructor at Duntroon Royal Military College, about Chinese territorial advancement in relation to the Solomon Islands.  Kevin also touched on his recent 14-hour, life-saving surgery that was performed by former Cowboy's NRL player turned surgeon, Dr. Scott Whiting.
11m Apr 06, 2022
11m
Sample Clip: John MacKenzie chats with Dr. John Coyne from the Australian Strategic Policy institute about China's small military advances known as "salami slices"
1m Apr 05, 2022
1m
John MacKenzie chats with Cairns Economist Bill Cummings about a transcontinental route upgrade to seal a 1000km stretch of highway which will ultimately connect Cairns with the Red Centre and beyond.
Cairns Economist Bill Cummings chats about a federal government announcement about a transcontinental route upgrade to seal a 1000km stretch of highway which will ultimately connect Cairns with the Red Centre and beyond into Western Australia.  $678 million has been promised, with a share of $154 million to be allocated for the Queensland sections of the road.  Bill Cummings has been one of the...
14m Apr 05, 2022
14m
Sample Clip: John MacKenzie has a chat with Michael Kerr, Mayor of Douglas Shire, about tougher laws need to help curb Airbnb style accommodation from negatively affecting the local rental market in Port Douglas.
Douglas Shire Mayor, Mich Kerr, is backing a push from the Local Government Association of Queensland for a national housing summit to address the impact Airbnb and similar styles of accommodations are having on the local rental market. Regulations are needed in order to deal with the current housing shortage in Port Douglas as locals find it increasingly more difficult to find tenancy. 
30s Apr 04, 2022
30s
John MacKenzie has a chat with Michael Kerr, Mayor of Douglas Shire, about tougher laws need to help curb Airbnb style accommodation from negatively affecting the local rental market in Port Douglas.
Douglas Shire Mayor, Mich Kerr, is backing a push from the Local Government Association of Queensland for a national housing summit to address the impact Airbnb and similar styles of accommodations are having on the local rental market. Regulations are needed in order to deal with the current housing shortage in Port Douglas as locals find it increasingly more difficult to find tenancy. 
7m Apr 04, 2022
7m
Sample Clip: John MacKenzie chats with Joanne Borg, Co-founder of Changing Cairns' Crime Problems, about the impact home invasions can have on victims of crime after a record number of vehicles have been stolen for the month of March in Cairns and the gre
Acting Chief Superintendent Chris Hodgman has confirmed the surging number of car thefts in the Cairns region for 2022. Home invasions are increasing and the effects that impact the mental health of victims of crime are a growing concern. Far North Queensland residents want action. Queensland Police Assistant Commissioner Cheryl Scanlon said that the focus needs to shift to help shape a positiv...
20s Apr 01, 2022
20s