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Go Behind the Music with for KING & COUNTRY Join Joel and Luke Smallbone of For KING & COUNTRY for a special two-hour journey through their brand-new album, The Most Beautiful Colours. Throughout the program, Joel and Luke will take listeners behind each song, sharing the stories, inspiration and experiences that shaped the album. They'll unpack the meaning within the music, revealing fresh layers and offering insight into how God helped bring these songs - and the album as a whole - to life.

You have more influence than you think. When you hear the word "leader", who comes to mind? A pastor? A CEO? A politician? Most of us tend to think of leadership as something reserved for people with a title, platform or position of authority. But the Bible presents a different picture. In God's Kingdom, every Christian is a leader because every Christian has influence. Neil Johnson and Bible teacher Dr Kameel Majdali know the importance of leadership in a changing culture.

Because perspective matters when it comes to success, opportunities and the difficulties of of life. Roses are beautiful, but the most spectacular ones have thorns. It makes sense. Something as exquisite as a rose needs some protecting, for though lovely, they are delicate and vulnerable, and need some safguarding from grasping hands which might clutch their blooms without thought or heed.

More than 1,100 locally grown native plants have been shared with schools across Townsville as part of this year's Schools Tree Day celebrations, helping students learn about environmental stewardship while creating greener school communities. Townsville City Council has provided 1,110 plants to 28 participating schools, with around 120 students attending a special presentation ceremony at Riverway today led by Deputy Mayor Suzy Batkovic.

Images of The Sleigh Belles (L-R: Josie Power (light green dress), Claire Davies (red dress), Kieri Darrigan (dark green dress)) at Riverway Oval are available for your use here. Townsville City Council is calling on all singers to put their pipes on the big stage by auditioning for this year's Carols by Candlelight. The Christmas spectacular will return to Riverway under the big top tent on Sunday December 6, bringing the community together to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.

Nick Dametto joined Phil on the Breakfast Show on 99.9 Live FM to discuss some of the biggest issues affecting our community. From the return of Tip Vouchers and changes to kerbside collection to an update on Townsville's events pipeline and the major events the region is working to attract. Listen to the full interview below. https://livefm.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Mayor-Aug-5.mp3

Branch out and plant new community roots at this Sunday's Mount Louisa National Tree Day event. This free event is a chance to get your hands dirty while giving back to the earth by planting some of the 700 trees at the Mount Louisa bush walking track. Divisional councillor Kurt Rehbein said this was a stellar day out for the whole family to enjoy. "There's nothing quite like bringing the family together for a wholesome activity like this one.

How parents can keep children safe online. Lighthouse Cyber Education creator, Rebekah Nijsen, discusses the dangers of kids talking with AI chatbots. Companionship Rebekah acknowledged that chatbots and AI companions are fairly new to us so there is still room for regulation. "When it was first created, you had AI specific companions.

The benefits of getting back to basics and focusing on what truly matters. Our lives have become so busy and full of clutter that people often feel overwhelmed despite trying many complicated solutions and self-help fads.​ Adrian Munro from Richmind WA sees a simpler path to well-being. Marriage and Family First Adrian views relationships as concentric circles, with his wife and kids at the very centre. These closest relationships deserve the bulk of available time and energy outside of work.

Jim Wackett says the Bible is best understood as a library of books that together tell one great story. "It's a library of 66 books. It's a mixture of history, law, biography, poetry, wisdom literature and letters." Jim said. While those books cover a wide range of genres and time periods, Jim believes they all contribute to one overarching narrative.