NEWS & EVENTS
YOUNG ACHIEVER AWARDS
DO YOU KNOW AN INSPIRATIONAL YOUNG ACHIEVER? Nominations for the 2025 7NEWS Young Achiever Awards will open soon and the search will begin for incredible young people 30 and under from Queensland. Everybody knows an inspiring young individual; • Who we all wonder...
STINGER NETS BACK OUT AT STRAND
Stinger nets hit the beach in time for summer As Townsville residents hit the beach to escape the heat, the time has come for stinger nets to return to some of Townsville’s most popular beaches this week with stinger season kicking into gear Townsville’s stinger...
NO CHARGE TIP WEEKEND
No charge Get Ready Tip Weekend incoming Townsville residents are being urged to ready their properties for the upcoming high-risk weather season, with Council holding its Get Ready Tip Weekend from 8-11 November. Townsville Mayor, Troy Thompson said the Get Ready Tip...
FAITH
THE POWER OF BELIEVING
Those in the Bible whom Jesus commended for their faith were those who were the least confident in themselves.
BIBLES TRANSLATED FOR INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIANS
Bible League campaign “Badayala” – meaning light – is spreading the message of love and salvation found in Jesus.
HOPE IN UNCERTAIN TIMES
In a world filled with challenges like war, economic instability, poverty, and climate change, it’s no surprise that many Australians are grappling with a lack of hope. Tearfund’s recent Global Hope Report reveals that less than half of Australians feel...
LIFESTYLE
ESCAPE THE COMPARISON VORTEX
“Happiness really is about contentedness – and if we’re forever chasing the next thing, that happiness never arrives.”
FASHION GUIDE FOR A BETTER WORLD
Baptist World Aid Australia (BWAA) has launched its 2024 Ethical Fashion Report, with ratings of some much-loved Aussie brands.
LEARN TO KNOW YOURSELF
Knowing yourself means knowing what you will never do well, what will never satisfy you, and what you CAN do well.
ON AIR
WORLD FOOD DAY
It’s World Food Day on Oct 16 and on the radio we’re having a bit of fun, cooking up some great food. The day also serves to remind us that around the world there are millions of people that experience hunger and food insecurity. Worldwide, according to the UN’s Food...
DAISY SPRATT: PERFORMING IN TOWNSVILLE
Daisy Spratt is more than just a singer-songwriter; her music feels like a warm hug on a rainy day, blending indie-pop vibes with soulful melodies. Whether you're singing along in the car or letting her lyrics lead you into deep thought, Daisy's sound is...
A WEEK OF WELLNESS ON 99.9 LIVE FM: QUEENSLAND MENTAL HEALTH WEEK 2024
Mental Health Week (October 8-13) is an important reminder to check in on ourselves and others, focusing on daily practices that improve mental well-being. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, and stress, or just looking for ways to improve your mood, simple...