Tones and I Is coming to Ingham!

If there’s one thing you can count on in port, Ingham is set to host the Tones and I con-of the district to the other. Many out-of-towners Hinchinbrook, it’s that when our community cert, with the Ingham Showgrounds locked-in as have already booked up local stays and many ea-WITH SHERIE comes together, big things happen, and the the concert venue. ger businesses are making plans to fully capitalise 0498 589 226whole region proved it. on this Tones & I boom.The first round of 3000 tickets have been sold and Thanks to an extraordinary show of local sup-the excitement is already buzzing from one endHinchinbrook Shire Council May­or Ramon Jayo said the result is a testament to what makes the Hinchinbrook community truly unique. “We’ve got ordinary people doing extraor­dinary things — and that’s the magic of this place,” Mayor Jayo said. “A huge congratulations to Justine Stod­dart. From serving pizzas to sparking a community-wide movement, she’s shown what one passionate local can achieve. Jus­tine, take a bow.” The Mayor also paid tribute to the Hinchinbrook Chamber of Commerce, local businesses and residents who backed the push with enthusiasm and genuine Hinchinbrook spirit. “This was a whole-of-community effort. A round of applause to our Chamber, our businesses and every local who clicked, shared, voted and cheered this on,” he said. “When Hinchinbrook pulls together, there’s nothing we can’t do.” Council will continue working closely with event organisers and will share full concert details as they’re confirmed. Hinchinbrook Chamber of Commerce President Mary Brown said the campaign showcased the strength of local collabora­tion. Family Owned Established 1997 “This is what happens when we unite be­hind a common goal,” Ms Brown said. “The energy and determination from ev­ery corner of the community has been incredible — and now we get to celebrate with an event that will put Ingham on the map.” Campaign lead Justine Stoddart said the result was beyond her wildest dreams. “I’m just blown away,” Ms Stoddart said. “What started as a simple idea turned into something so much bigger because every­one jumped in to help. This is for Hinchin­brook — and I can’t wait to see the joy it brings.” Tones and I made the official announce­ment on her Facebook page, saying: “So we have decided to add 5 more shows. However, the first show on the 20th of February will be in… Ingham!!!! I have seen it all! You guys went HARD — I can’t wait to come to your beautiful town! We can’t wait to meet you all! We’ll visit as many small businesses as possible too! Now I need recommendations — where should we eat, stay, go? Experience?! Tones is coming! There are 4 more shows to come. Keep your eyes peeled! It’s not over yet! Love you.” For now, Ingham and the Hinchinbrook region are savouring the moment — and gearing up for some­thing amazing, with many plans in the works to make the weekend Tones & I come to Ingham a very special one. Justine Stoddart has launched a new Facebook page after the success of the ‘Get “Tones AND I” to come to Ingham’ page. The new page, ‘Let’s TONES it up Ingham’, is designed to: “show Tones and ev­eryone visiting our wonderful slice of heaven for the week­end what we have to offer, food, clothing, accommodation, en­tertainment, tourism experiences. Let’s put our community on show,” Ms Stoddart wrote. Businesses are encouraged to post on JOIN AS A MEMBER TODAY FOR ONLY $10 TO RECEIVE OUR MEMBER BENEFITS, INCLUDING: • 10% discount on both meals and drinks. • Accumulate points when your Membership card is used, & redeem through our in-house Kiosk machine at any time. • Eligible for our weekly Membership Draw. • $5 back to you on the month of your Birthday (via Kiosk Machine) Facebook, tag Tones & I and the new group, and promote themselves for Tones and all the visitors Hinchinbrook will be welcoming.‍‍