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And joining him today is deadly talent Icaro and Astro Brim 🔥Talking about their upcoming gig at Ellis Beach Bar & Grill Reggae Roots!🎶 **Ellis Beach Reggae Roots** is a vibrant event created to showcase local reggae talent and help the reggae scene in Cairns thrive. What began as a few humble, free beach parties has grown into a much-loved gathering, now attracting between 500 and 600 people per event.🌴 Our mission is to keep growing while continuing to provide a platform for local artists, giving them the stage time they deserve. We’re passionate about nurturing young talent and building a strong, supportive reggae community right here in Cairns.❤️ We’re also deeply committed to keeping our events accessible and affordable, so that everyone—no matter their background—can continue to enjoy the spirit and energy of reggae music for years to come.And also you can win tickets by clicking this link -> www.instagram.com/p/DOsinqQDkB0/?igsh=MXgyMWszZm52YWI2eg== Coming to you via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service only here on BBM 98.7FM! … See MoreSee Less

On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have:

Commissioner Scott McDougall, Queensland Human Rights Commission, talking about a human rights vision for the Games. As his seven-year term concludes in October, Commissioner McDougall took the opportunity to transport guests seven years into the future. He presented a vision on how spectators, athletes and journalists from around the world could view Queensland as a world leader in human rights – from the accessibility of venues to the vibrancy and openness of Queensland society and culture at the 2032 Games. Throughout the Address, the Commissioner’s vision was clear – that human rights at the heart of the 2032 Games can become a reality for Queensland. Commissioner McDougall outlined five actions required for Queensland to make the vision of human rights a reality in 2032, that you can find out more via the link below!comms.qhrc.qld.gov.au/v/49240/1412307/email.html?k=-fzH0XvjIxU33j5iERxolWwb1HOnG1hIdjLZHiRugx0Allira Toby, John Moriarty Football Ambassador, talking about The transformational impact of John Moriarty Football (JMF) on the lives of vulnerable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children can be clearly seen in new research from Deloitte Access Economics released for Indigenous Football Week 2025. The theme for this year’s Indigenous Football Week®, 22 to 28 September, is transformation – which is what JMF has been about since the first IFW in 2016, as an Aboriginal-designed and led youth program targeting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island kids in rural and remote communities. To help mark the occasion, JMF has released Deloitte Access Economics research that highlights the transformational impact of the program for young people, improving school attendance and wellbeing. A key finding is that 72% of students are excited to attend school when JMF sessions are offered, leading to students attending 1-2 days extra each week where previously they had been absent. You can find out more via the link below!moriartyfoundation.org.au/new-research-released-for-indigenous-football-week-2025/Daryl Raven, QMF CEO, talking about First Nations storytelling recognised globally at Music Cities Awards. Queensland’s cultural tourism credentials have been celebrated on the global stage overnight, with QMF’s Dream Aloud Festival winning gold at the 2025 Music Cities Awards in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Beating out international competition, QMF claimed Best Music Tourism Initiative for the Dream Aloud Festival in Cairns (Gimuy), part of its acclaimed QLD Music Trails – The Tropics program, making it the only Australian nominee and winner at this year’s awards. The win marks the second consecutive year QMF has received the honour, cementing its reputation as a world leader in cultural tourism and shining an international spotlight on Queensland’s music, culture and destinations. Accepting the award in Arkansas, QMF CEO Daryl Raven said the recognition signalled the international resonance of Queensland’s approach to cultural tourism. QLD Music Festival – The Tropics returns in October with Dream Aloud Festival in Cairns (Gimuy) on 18 October, followed by The Scenic Rim Trail from 31 October to 2 November. For more information, visit the link below!qldmusictrails.com Have something happening in your community, and you want to talk about it, give us a call on 1800 422 416. Or Give us a text on 0457 140 550!We would also like to thank the Community Broadcasting Foundation and National Indigenous Australians Agency for their support here at BBM 98.7FM.Make sure to tune in Monday-Friday 11am-12pm QLD Time to stay up to date with the latest national events. … See MoreSee Less