Barb Hill Coaching & Mentoring

01/03/2026

THIS FRIDAY 🌸🪷

⭐Whitsundays⭐

Explore how loss and grief can affect yours and others lives, recognise the various types of grief, understand how to support somebody who is grieving, and developing personal self-care strategies.

📅 Friday 6th March 2026
⏰ 09:00-13:00
📌 Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre
✅ https://bit.ly/4s9IYjx

⭐Whitsundays⭐

Explore how loss and grief can affect yours and others lives, recognise the various types of grief, understand how to support somebody who is grieving, and developing personal self-care strategies.

📅 Friday 6th March 2026
⏰ 09:00-13:00
📌 Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre
✅ https://bit.ly/4s9IYjx

01/03/2026

⭐Mackay⭐

Explore how loss and grief can affect yours and others lives, recognise the various types of grief, understand how to support somebody who is grieving, and developing personal self-care strategies.

📅 Friday 13th March 2026
⏰ 09:00-13:00
📌 NQPHN, 2/45 Victoria Street, Mackay
✅ https://bit.ly/4tNvStR

01/03/2026

📅✨ ADD IT TO YOUR CALENDARS.
LOCK IT INTO YOUR SCHEDULES.
WRITE IT IN YOUR DIARIES. ✨📅
🎸AMPED UP YOUTH MUSIC INITIATIVE ... MUSIC IS MEDICINE 💙
In a world where our young people face more pressure than ever…
we give them a microphone instead of silence.
We give them a stage instead of struggle.
We give them community instead of isolation.
And on 30th May - we give them a FESTIVAL stage.
📍 River of Life Festival 2026 – Bluewater Quay
🕙 Youth Stage kicks off from 10am until 5pm
📍 Find us down the end at the River Wharves Stage - where the future of live music is rising ... and the party... definatley party vibes
🎪 Youth stage + smaller stages until 5pm
🎤 Main Stage lighting up until 8pm
🎶 Young performers from Mackay, ISAAC Region, Whitsundays & Bowen
🌊 Over 500 metres of FREE festival frontage to explore:
🍔 Food vans
🛍 Market stalls
🚂 Train rides
🎨 Face painting
🖌 Craft corner for the kids
🎉 A full day of family-friendly community connection
And yes - it’s a BIG day for live music in Mackay.
How lucky are we to have so much happening in our region? 🎶
But here’s what makes this different…
While big stages bring big names…
we’re building the next generation of them.
While others entertain…
we empower.
This isn’t just entertainment.
This is confidence being built in real time.
This is courage stepping into the spotlight.
This is connection happening in front of your eyes.
When you stand in our crowd…
you’re not just watching a band.
You’re backing confidence.
You’re backing courage.
You’re backing youth mental wellbeing.
So explore the whole festival.
Enjoy the energy.
Walk the waterfront.
And when you’re ready to feel something real -
come down to the River Wharves Stage.
💙 Be part of something bigger than noise.
🎸 Be part of the movement.
🔥 Be part of Amped Up.

📅✨ ADD IT TO YOUR CALENDARS.
LOCK IT INTO YOUR SCHEDULES.
WRITE IT IN YOUR DIARIES. ✨📅

🎸AMPED UP YOUTH MUSIC INITIATIVE ... MUSIC IS MEDICINE 💙

In a world where our young people face more pressure than ever…
we give them a microphone instead of silence.

We give them a stage instead of struggle.
We give them community instead of isolation.

And on 30th May - we give them a FESTIVAL stage.

📍 River of Life Festival 2026 – Bluewater Quay

🕙 Youth Stage kicks off from 10am until 5pm
📍 Find us down the end at the River Wharves Stage - where the future of live music is rising ... and the party... definatley party vibes

🎪 Youth stage + smaller stages until 5pm
🎤 Main Stage lighting up until 8pm
🎶 Young performers from Mackay, ISAAC Region, Whitsundays & Bowen

🌊 Over 500 metres of FREE festival frontage to explore:
🍔 Food vans
🛍 Market stalls
🚂 Train rides
🎨 Face painting
🖌 Craft corner for the kids
🎉 A full day of family-friendly community connection

And yes - it’s a BIG day for live music in Mackay.
How lucky are we to have so much happening in our region? 🎶

But here’s what makes this different…

While big stages bring big names…
we’re building the next generation of them.

While others entertain…
we empower.

This isn’t just entertainment.
This is confidence being built in real time.
This is courage stepping into the spotlight.
This is connection happening in front of your eyes.

When you stand in our crowd…
you’re not just watching a band.

You’re backing confidence.
You’re backing courage.
You’re backing youth mental wellbeing.

So explore the whole festival.
Enjoy the energy.
Walk the waterfront.

And when you’re ready to feel something real -
come down to the River Wharves Stage.

💙 Be part of something bigger than noise.
🎸 Be part of the movement.
🔥 Be part of Amped Up.

08/02/2026

TODAY ABSOLUTELY ROCKED!

My heart is FULL.
What a day.
What a vibe.
What a COMMUNITY.

Huge shout out to every single young legend who hit the stage today .... you showed courage, talent, growth and pure passion. From first-timers to seasoned performers, you all brought it and then some.

To the families, friends and supporters who packed the room, cheered loud, clapped hard and wrapped our young people in love ... THIS is how confidence is built. This is how futures are shaped.

Massive appreciation to the crew who made it all flow - sound, setup, pack down, hype crew, calm heads and helping hands. You are the unsung heroes. I can't do this without you. 💙

And to our venue and supporters for backing youth, live music and safe stages - thank you for believing in what we’re building.
Today was proof that Music is Medicine 🎶💙
Confidence was grown. Smiles were everywhere. Memories were made.

I’m feeling so incredibly proud

Big love, Aunty Barb ❤️

08/02/2026

Stage is almost set....

We are getting ready to raise the roof at Seabreeze Hotel

Remember we are inside in the Pacific Room, on your way through groove to our friends Jo and Doug from Mango Junction Entertainment

We have 10 acts taking us from 12 through to 6:30pm.

Come and show your support to our next generation...
Remember why you started ...

Don't be the one to say you didn't know about it ....

See you soon! 🤙🎶🎊

Mackay Gig Guide
Soulful Entertainment
Mackay Gig Guide
Mackay Music Scene

07/02/2026

🔥🎸 TODAY. IS. THE. DAY. 🎸🔥
AMPED UP! Youth Music Initiative is taking over the stage and we are READY.

✨ 10 incredible acts
🎶 Multiple genres
⚡ Big energy. Big talent. Big vibes.

From first-time performers to crowd favourites, these young legends are stepping up and giving it everything - and they deserve a room FULL of love, noise and support.

👟 Bring your dancing shoes
📣 Bring your cheering voices
👨‍👩‍👧 Bring your family & friends
💥 Bring the AMPED UP energy

This is more than a gig -
It’s confidence.
It’s courage.
It’s Music is Medicine in action.

Mackay…
👉 LET’S. DO. THIS. 👊🔥

07/02/2026

🔥 AMPED UP! SHOW OPENER ALERT 🔥

SUNDAY 8TH FEBRUARY AT Seabreeze Hotel

We’re kicking off 12pm SHARP - and trust me, it’s with a BANG 💥
Our opener?
A young superstar in the making… just 10 years old 🤯
He’s already been rocking the electric guitar at school and for family & friends - and now he’s stepping onto the Amped Up stage for the very first time.
Let’s give this legend the biggest, loudest, most supportive welcome to open the show 🙌
👀 Wanna know who it is?
👉 You’ve gotta be there.
🎸 Prepare.
⚡ To be.
🤘 ROCKED.
🤙

05/02/2026

I am beyond proud to be bringing this to the Whitsundays next Thursday night. Supporting my good friend Aaron from The Outback Mind Foundation and with support of my friends and team at Whitsunday Su***de Prevention Network.
I would love your support so come and join us next Thursday night and show Aaron how much our community supports community. It would mean the world to me x

🌅 Whitsundays Free Community Screening – WHEN THE DUST SETTLES 🌅

You’re invited to a free screening of When the Dust Settles, an intimate and visually striking Australian documentary by award-winning director Stuart McKay.

Set against the vast outback, the film follows three Australians whose lives have been forever changed by suicide’s ripple effects — exploring grief, survival, and the quiet courage it takes to move toward connection, purpose, and hope.

🎥 WHEN: Thursday February 12
📍 WHERE: Reef Gateway Hotel – Function Room
⏰ TIME: 6:45pm
💛 COST: Free (community event)

This screening is proudly supported by The Outback Mind Foundation, Bare Hill Coaching & Mentoring, and Su***de Prevention Network, creating a safe and supportive space for conversation and reflection.
Barb Hill Coaching & Mentoring
The Outback Mind Foundation
Whitsunday Su***de Prevention Network - WSPN

Whether you come for yourself, for someone you love, or simply to better understand — you are welcome.

Please feel free to share and help spread the word. 🌾

05/02/2026

🌅 Whitsundays Free Community Screening – WHEN THE DUST SETTLES 🌅

You’re invited to a free screening of When the Dust Settles, an intimate and visually striking Australian documentary by award-winning director Stuart McKay.

Set against the vast outback, the film follows three Australians whose lives have been forever changed by suicide’s ripple effects — exploring grief, survival, and the quiet courage it takes to move toward connection, purpose, and hope.

🎥 WHEN: Thursday February 12
📍 WHERE: Reef Gateway Hotel – Function Room
⏰ TIME: 6:45pm
💛 COST: Free (community event)

This screening is proudly supported by The Outback Mind Foundation, Bare Hill Coaching & Mentoring, and Su***de Prevention Network, creating a safe and supportive space for conversation and reflection.
Barb Hill Coaching & Mentoring
The Outback Mind Foundation
Whitsunday Su***de Prevention Network - WSPN

Whether you come for yourself, for someone you love, or simply to better understand — you are welcome.

Please feel free to share and help spread the word. 🌾

03/02/2026

Today was a powerful session with a beautiful woman who recently came to me for coaching. She was curious about the epigenetic lense and personalisation of Precision Health Alliance and so after our initial session she was excited to have her measurements done and see if we could help her be her authentic self ....

Today, 10 days after her measurements were done and she was introduced to the Shae/ph360 program and app.... this is her review so far! 10 days in!

"I started the ph360 program with Barb 10 days ago. I'm so blown away by the result .
* My eyes have changed colour and are so clear and vibrant
* My muscle strength has increased dramatically.
* More energy and more acceptance of my traits.
* More aliveness and a complete feeling.
* Less stress.

It's not another fad diet etc etc. It's an individual program just tailored for you. I have done a lot of programs for my health and well-being, and nothing comes up to the feeling, and wellness as ph 360. If you want health, longevity, and wellness. This is the one to grab hold of with both hands. Barb facilitating and coaching you on your journey is a win win.

Dee
Mackay Qld"

I couldn't stop looking at her eyes! Sparkling and alive ... Dee has embraced the knowledge she has had at her fingertips and the results are incredible!

I'm excited to see how she goes ☺️

If you are curious about how this lense of personalised health can amplify your life and then with appropriate coaching with who you are at the core level ....

Let's connect and have a conversation.

This truly is life changing.... over 5 years ago I was introduced to this and it was the missing puzzle piece for me .... maybe it will be for you too?

02/02/2026

Wow. Speechless (for once) to whoever nominated me , thankyou. To see my name amongst some absolute inspirational women is really humbling. Thankyou. I may have had a little moment of tears of gratitude 🙏 🌸

2026 NOMINEES | The Mother of All Mothers

These women carry more than most people ever see.
They nurture. They lead. They hold families — and communities — together.
They show us that motherhood is not one shape.
It is strength and softness.
Resilience and compassion.
Care that extends far beyond the home.
They give generously of their time, energy, and heart —
often quietly, always with intention.

The nominees are:

Melanie Kemp
Claire Grandcourt
Terri Leotta
Allisha De Grit
Terri Lee Reedman
Teanna Ramsamy
Toni Moore
Carly Nicholas
Danielle 0’Carroll
Lauren Pattie
Anita Camilleri
Tanya Williams
Jessica Majid
Angela Wilkins
Erica Moloney
Teaneale English
Nana Stevens
Kayleigh Brewster
Jacquie Camilleri
Jessic Christie
Lisa Thompson
Annerie Tomkinson
Jules Thompson
Barb Hill

congratulations to all the nominees and to First National 360 Mackay, Sarina & Nebo for sponsoring this awards.

Tag the woman in your life who has been nominated. Let’s share in the celebration.

Tickets are on sale for our Night of Storytelling on Saturday March 14 now through the MECC. https://aumec.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent/159788



MECC
Fierce Signage
Star 101.9 Mackay
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