NEWS & EVENTS
AUSTRALIA DAY AWARD WINNERS
Gladstone Regional Council has announced its 2026 Australia Day Awards recipients during a ceremony held last night at Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre. Nine categories were awarded at the ceremony including Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year,...
YOUTH WEEK 2026
Does your community group host, or has the ability to host, an event designed for young people? Then consider submitting an Expression of Interest (EOI) to Gladstone Regional Council to deliver a youth-led event or activity during Youth Week 2026 (11-19 April)....
ROAD-TRIPPING CHAPLIN BROTHER SUPPORTING PRISONERS
It takes a special type of person to enter a prison - by choice - to support convicted criminals. Andrew and Steve are two of the dedicated volunteer chaplains from Inside Out Prison Chaplaincy, which has been sending pastoral carers inside Queensland correctional...
FAITH
PURPOSE OF PRAISE AND WORSHIP
Because it connects us with God. It prepares us for life’s battles. And it reminds us who He is, no matter what we’re going through.
THE WORDS, WORKS, AND THE WAYS OF JESUS
What does it really mean to follow Jesus? Reflect on His words, works and way, and how they reshape our priorities.
HOMELESSNESS: IT ENDS WITH US
Homelessness isn’t about “others.” Discover real stories and why shifting from judgement to justice could help end homelessness here.
LIFESTYLE
BUILDING RESILIENT KIDS THIS NEW YEAR
Learning Intervention Specialist Natalie Nicholls from PLECS Learning shares how understanding brain development and executive functioning can improve children’s behaviour and create calmer family routines.
A DIFFERENT APPROACH TO MONEY AND WHY
Using money as a tool to help others, support ministry and meet real needs creates meaning beyond mere accumulation.
SCREENS AND SELF-ESTEEM : WHAT PARENTS NEED TO KNOW
Heavy screen use is reshaping teen self-esteem. Learn how social media affects identity—and what parents can do to support their teens.
ON AIR
Hack to School: Your Best Back-to-School Tips
It is back to school season and mornings are officially back in full swing. Alarms are going off earlier, lunchboxes are coming back out of the cupboard, and families everywhere are finding their rhythm again. One big question we are hearing is this: What is the most...
THE POWER OF GRATITUDE: SMALL SHIFTS, BIG IMPACT FOR MHW
Mental Health Week is a reminder that caring for our minds is just as important as caring for our bodies. This year’s theme — gratitude — gives us a simple but powerful tool: the practice of saying thank you. Research shows that gratitude can lower stress, improve...
LONELINESS IS REAL- BUT SO IS CONNECTION
Life is better when shared — even the simple moments. But for many people, loneliness has quietly settled into their everyday routine. Whether you're surrounded by people or spending a lot of time alone, loneliness isn't just about being by yourself — it's about...