Taylah Bingham enjoyed school and did well in most subjects. She was more than capable on a sports field and excelled at whatever she played.
But her greatest love was singing.
As a twelve-almost-thirteen-year-old she had a bright future and was expected to be successful in life, regardless of where her interests took her and what pathway she chose.
Taylah lived in Cairns with her mother Kellie, her stepfather Mick, and her young half-sister Krissy.
As her school's Talent Show loomed Taylah prepared for what her friends predicted would be a winning performance.
However, when home life became complicated, Taylah encountered challenges far beyond being able to win a talent show.
Thrust into turmoil on the night of the show, Taylah's world was turned upside down. But she had friends. Good friends, young and old. With their help she was given the chance she thought had been lost.
In the end, it was Taylah's talent that rewarded those who had faith in her.
