Lee for Breakfast - Triple M Darling Downs 864

Ayden and Cookie from The Rusty Pickups lit up Live from Studio One with an electric performance ⚡🎸 Big energy and big vocals, this one’s got serious foot-stompin’ vibes! Hit play and turn it up loud 🔥🎶 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode has everything: politics, purpose, punchlines and a little weather magic! Garth Hamilton breaks down tax reform, Andrew Smith talks local budgets, and Claire Torkington (Ability Enterprises) and Rachelle Patterson (Lifeline) get real on Topical Topics. Plus, comedy legend Arj Barker joins us for some laughs ahead of The Mind Field at the Empire Theatre. Rising star Kayla Jackson makes her Titans debut, and our Weather Kid Iris from Downlands College nails the forecast (spoiler: she's a pro). Hit play now! It’s the podcast you didn’t know you needed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

@jimwagner joined us in studio to spill all about @joewagnergroup.From humble beginnings to a trusted name across Queensland, the Joe Wagner Group story is one of grit, growth, and genuine community connection. As we celebrate 40 years, we're not just reflecting on the past — we're building toward a bold 2034 vision: delivering world-leading mid-size civil construction solutions. Rooted in regional pride, we champion local talent, back local suppliers, and give back to the communities that shaped us. Here’s to 40 years of impact, and an even bigger future ahead. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Toowoomba’s future, big reveals & bold conversations 🎙️What’s in the budget for you? Trevor Watts and John McVeigh break it down.Meet Tanaya Treadwell, the new face leading local business into its next chapter.Giuliana Bonell drops a major Empire Theatre announcement 🎭Queensland Gives is at the heart of Queensland community giving. We make it easy for you to make a lasting difference to Queenslanders and to the state you call ‘home’, Tara Castles explains. Plus, Megan O’Hara Sullivan and Melita Bell unpack the headlines in Topical Topics.And we reflect on No Talk Day, a powerful reminder to check in and speak up. 🎧 Tap to catch up, every convo counts 👉 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the farm to the studio! 🌾🎤 Former Farmer Wants a Wife fave Jarrad Wrigley drops by Live from Studio One to spill the beans on his unreleased album 👀🎶 Tune in to hear what he’s been cookin’ up, and no, it’s not just dinner on the farm! All thanks to Flaming Knights Darling Downs - we're grillin' you're chillin' ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lee’s back from Japan and so are the laughs, chaos, and your favourite regular programming! 🎌🎧 Buckle up Toowoomba, mornings just got loud again. We kicked things off with a bang as Toowoomba pollies, David Janetzki and Geoff McDonald, dropped by the studio to stir the pot and share what’s really happening behind the scenes in Toowoomba.😎 We also heard from the passionate Shirley-Anne Gardiner, who’s rallying the community to help save Momentum Mental Health from shutting its doors. A must-hear convo that could change lives.💭📢 Want to know what’s blooming at this year’s Carnival of Flowers? James O’Shea gave us the lowdown, including exactly where to score your tickets 🌸🌷 Stream here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A haunting rendition of Bette Davis Eyes this morning from Amanda Marchant for Live From Studio One! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This morning was a little different. Our Live From Studio One was actually Live From Harvey Norman as Lee broadcasted Live from our Hang Your Boss Out To Dry event. Tom and Darcy played a medley of what we can expect at the Red Hot Summer Tour Festival coming soon! Have you got your tickets yet? To listen to the full studio version and/or find out where you can see the boys play next, click here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RED. HOT. SUMMER. TOUR. IS. BACK.🥳🌟 Angus & Julia Stone, The Church, The Waifs AND CROWDED HOUSE! 🤩We caught up with Mark Seymour to chat about what we can look forward to at the returning festival for Toowoomba. Infamous comedian - Jimeoin joins us again in Toowoomba playing at the Empire Theatre June 13th! Have you got tickets yet? 🤣 Edward Bailey and Matt Butler joined us to tell us all about how the Bailey family have partnered with Nerve Connection Foundation to launch the late Lex Bailey Legacy after battling with Motor Neurone Disease. The family are campaigning to fund the purchase of the Sunshine State’s first transcranial magnetic stimulation. You can visit them on Saturday 7th June to help work towards a change. ☀️ Also on this weekend, we have the 40 for Fortey event returning to the Toowoomba Showgrounds June 8th. The event is in memory of Senior Constable Brett Forte. Participants can choose between two main events and profits from the event are donated to Queensland Police Legacy. Louise MacDonald tells us more about it. 👮‍♂️🏃 This week’s Harvey Norman Computers Weather Kid was Evie from Rangeville State School. She let us know what to expect today ‘weather’ it’s rain or shine. 🌞🌈 Johanna Baker and Jacqui Armstrong also talked it out in this week’s Topical Topics about overpriced smokes and DJ’s. 💬📣 Regulars we spoke too included Tanya Milligan, Mayor of the Lockyer Valley Regional Council, Geoff McDonald, Mayor of the Toowoomba Region and David Janetzki, local member for Toowoomba South. Click here to hear what they had to say. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We spoke to Darling Downs one and only, Brendon Walmsley. Brendon joined us to give us the WORLD LIVE RADIO EXCLUSIVE of his new single from his upcoming album – ‘He’s Got The Whole World’. Wow! Wow! Wow! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Here’s what you missed last week You may have seen him on booktok, the bachelor or even the footy field. We spoke to Luke Bateman about his two new fantasy books. He tells all about how he got into it. Last weekend, the all-so successful LifeFlight Gala had raised over $1 Million dollars with a lifechanging contribution from Clive Berghofer. We spoke to the Regional Advisory Committee Chair for the Darling Downs, Emily O’Sullivan. Hang Ya Boss Out to Dry, Mark Munro comes on air to advocate for supporting Toowoomba Hospice. 6-9am on Friday 6th June. Register now to go and put the fun in fundraising. Gus Romero, Harvey Norman Computers Toowoomba, is one boss that is being sent up and not allowed back down until he receives donations. Hear how Gus feels and if he nominates someone to join him. Linda Cause, the town dog whisperer talks on the last million paws walk held by the RSPCA as well as how, as dog owners, we should train our pooches before they get too big. Luke Thomas, butcher from Millers Gourmet Meats, heads off to the World Butcher Wars competition, being held at the Royal Ascot Racecourse in London on July 5-6th, as part of the Smoke and Fire Festival. Butchers will have 30 minutes to prepare a display of retail-ready products from a side of lamb and a saddle of pork. Colin Dorber from Lockyer Valley Foods has solved a common problem – burning ourselves when we cook the onions for out snags. Lockyer Valley Foods and Lions club have created a pre-made onion sauce, and not just one, but a choice. The first one is plain in white vinegar and the second is plain in balsamic vinegar. Topical Topics, again, was a hit this week with Tafe Qld’s Kate Venables and Paula Hughes. They tackled the stereotypes associated with teachers and better promoting the profession to males, as well as debating whether it is rude to wear your headphones in public/social settings or not, and possibly confessing… Thanks to Harvey Norman Computers Toowoomba, Liam Wacker from St Stephens Primary School in Pittsworth, was given the chance to win his school $1000 by presenting what to expect for the day, ‘weather’ it’s rain or shine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“I knew that somehow I had to cling to that cliff until the helicopter could arrive,” past patient, Maverick Robbins. The day LifeFlight's Sunshine Coast crew was called to rescue paraglider Maverick at Rainbow Beach is just one example of the exceptionally complex rescues they face day in, day out. As experienced as Maverick was, one small miscalculation on the last line of the day, and a sudden change of wind direction, caused his glider to crash into a sandy cliff, seriously injuring his back on impact. When the helicopter reached him, night had fallen. The mission required a 170-foot precision winch rescue in total darkness, with the crew working together to stabilise Maverick on the face of the precarious cliff face. For our crew, this was one of the most challenging missions of their career. From rescues like Maverick’s to critical patient transfers, LifeFlight saves thousands of lives across Queensland, but we can’t do it without you. Government funding helps keep us in the air, but to go further, with advanced training, vital equipment, and critical care doctors, we rely on your support. Your donation makes missions like Maverick’s possible, ensuring every Queenslander receives the best care possible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we were lucky enough to have The Voll Sisters in studio to perform Paul Kelly's - Dumb Things but with a Voll sister twist. Charlotte, Gabrielle and Isabelle, you are wickedly talented and can't wait to see what you get up to! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here's what you missed last week 👉 Tune in to listen to everyone we spoke to this week. Andrew Smith, Southern Downs Mayor, talks about the most recent 'Council Connect' session and a wrap-up of the May Council Meeting 💼 Topical Topics was a hit with Petria Cumner from Stirling and Truffles and Kathryn Harmon from Power Tynan. They called out certain behaviours from a Sydney Influencer on Mother's day and then discusses what phrases we should believe 💬🫵 Weather Kid Hector McLean from Our Lady of Lourdes has given his school the chance to win $1000 thanks to Harvey Norman Computers Toowoomba. Thanks to his impressive presenting skills, we know what to expect today, 'weather' it be rain or shine ☀️🌧 Will from Western Qld Spirits allowed to complete a gin tasting of his 'Outback Gin'. Let just say, we don't have any left. The blend is handcrafted in Roma, Western Qld in a distillery open for no longer than 3 years. Within the three years, he has won gold at the London Spirit Awards 🍸🍋🌾 Sam Eeves coached Boss Man Dane over the phone before his big ;performance' at the Leon Treadwell Memorial Golf day. Former Professional Boxer, Michael Katsidis, is stepping back into the ring all in support of youth mental health. He is raising funds for two vital charities focused on mental health and support. As a two-time interim WBO lightweight world titleholder and a fan-favourite known for his relentless style, Michael's return to the ring promises to be both meaningful and memorable 😎🧠🥊 Garth Hamilton tells all about all that's been happening in the local political world. HE discusses the outcome of the election, and what it means for the Groom Party moving forward. He also tackles the debate of the tax reform 💸📱 We spoke to one former Powderfinger Vocalist and now duo with Paul Dempsey, about the upcoming local show and tour for Fanning Dempsey National Park. Listen in to hear all the details on this one 🎤🎬🎸🪘 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hope Horizons is proud to host the May Business@Dusk and warmly invites Toowoomba’s business community to step inside the Jenny Black Cancer Wellness Centre—a purpose-built sanctuary for those impacted by cancer. Although our new centre has been open for 12 months and has already welcomed hundreds of clients through its doors, this Business@Dusk marks the first time we’re officially opening our space to the Toowoomba business community. We’re excited to celebrate this milestone with you—sharing the story behind the Jenny Black Cancer Wellness Centre and the impact it’s having in our region. Hope Horizons offers allied health and other cancer wellness services—such as oncology massage, psychology, lymphoedema care, and art therapy—at no out—of—pocket cost to the client in a warm, supportive space that feels more like home than a hospital. We're a grassroots charity that doesn’t receive government funding and is powered entirely by the generosity of the local community. This Business@Dusk will also launch our new corporate sponsorship and workplace giving programs, creating fresh opportunities for local businesses to partner with us in making a real and lasting difference. Expect an evening of meaningful connections, light refreshments, and behind-the-scenes insight into the incredible work being done right here in Toowoomba. EVENT DETAILS: Date: Wednesday, 21 May Time: 5.30 pm - 7:30 pm Venue: Hope Horizons Jenny Black Cancer Wellness Centre Address: 233 North Street, , Wilsonton Heights QLD 4350 Tickets: $35 for Toowoomba Chamber Members and $90 for Non-Toowoomba Chamber Members. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clea , the supporting act for Fanning Dempsey National Park, was accompanied by Alistar Richardson with some guitar and backing vocals. The duo have been singing together for over 10 years and say that can go for 10 more. We were left speechless this morning with her original ‘Love=Cost’. Listen to the full studio version here thanks to Flaming Knights See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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