Independently Owned, Locally Grown, Community Loved
With nearly two decades in real estate, Nathan Henderson has built a career grounded in experience, local knowledge, and a genuine understanding of people. After working as an agent for several years, he gained his Principal’s licence in 2007, marking the beginning of a long-standing presence in the Hinchinbrook property market. Nathan specialises in residential sales, rentals, and rural properties, with a particular appreciation for the people behind each transaction. “Residential sales and rentals and rural sales are the bulk of our work and having been around for a while, the people are the best part. We are truly grateful when people are referred to us and we have sold to parents and then children in the same family. Being an agent means helping people navigate an important transition in their life.” With a rural background, Nathan values getting out on the land and understanding how properties function within their environment and community. “It’s easy to focus too locally… we take care to understand what is happening outside of our area to ensure we are reacting quickly to changes in our market for clients.” “Understanding what people are aiming to achieve and when, helps us give advice and strategy in selling their property. We assist with the happiest and saddest moments in people's lives and we are always grateful for the trust our clients put in us.” What advice would you give to first-home buyers looking to settle in the region? “Avoid the FOMO, don’t rush unless it’s the right place… build a relationship with agents so you have a chance of seeing things as they come on the market.”
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Caption: Mr Blake and students at the Halifax memorial
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Last week I was in Brisbane for Parliament, continuing to advocate for the issues that matter most to our region, before returning home to spend time across the Hinchinbrook electorate. A key focus during the sitting week was the need for Queensland to become more self-sufficient, particularly when it comes to critical inputs like fuel and fertiliser. For communities like ours, these are important issues that directly impact the cost of living, our farmers, and the strength of our local economy. We have seen how global events can disrupt supply chains and drive-up costs. That’s why I have continued to push for greater sovereign capability, so Queensland is less exposed to international uncertainty. The Crisafulli Government is committed to strengthening this self-sufficiency and ensuring regional communities like Hinchinbrook are better protected into the future. We also passed the third tranche of Adult Crime, Adult Time laws in Parliament. This builds on the work already underway to restore community safety after a decade where victim numbers rose 193% under the former government. While we are starting to see some early signs of progress from stronger laws and a more focused approach, I know from conversations across our community that there is more to do. Turning around long-term challenges takes time, but the commitment remains clear: to back our police, hold offenders accountable, and make our communities safer. On Saturday, I had the privilege of attending a number of ANZAC Day services across the electorate, including the Dawn Service, RSL service, cemetery service, as well as services at Forrest Beach, Halifax and Cardwell. Each service was moving in its own way, and it was encouraging to see such strong attendance across all locations. It speaks to the deep respect our community holds for those who have served, and the importance of continuing to honour their sacrifice. It is always a privilege to stand alongside our community on ANZAC Day and reflect on the values of service, mateship and sacrifice that continue to shape our nation. As always, I will continue to take the voices of Hinchinbrook to Brisbane, while staying closely connected to our community here at home.
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The Crisafulli Government is launching a new international prize for eight high-achieving Queensland students and two teachers. Successful applicants will fly to London to visit the birthplace of Westminster democracy and will undertake trips to Canberra and Brisbane parliaments. Applications for the inaugural program open on Monday 18 May to Queensland Year 9 students. The Crisafulli Government is delivering a plan for Queensland’s future and supporting the State’s students and teachers. The Crisafulli Government is delivering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Queensland students and teachers to experience the birthplace of parliamentary democracy through a prestigious education prize. Launching today, the Westminster Prize is open to all Year 9 students across Queensland’s state schools, non-state schools, and homeschool settings who have a strong interest in civics and citizenship. It’s just one of the ways the Crisafulli Government is delivering a plan for Queensland’s future after a decade of decline under Labor. Eight successful students will fly to London next year with two teacher chaperones to experience first-hand aspects of the Westminster system of government, which is the foundation of Australia’s parliamentary democracy. The prize also includes trips to Canberra and Brisbane parliaments where students will gain valuable knowledge, insights and experiences with Australia’s political system. The Westminster Prize is a new initiative from the Crisafulli Government and adds to existing excellence programs including the Premier’s ANZAC Prize, the Premier’s Reading Challenge and the Peter Doherty Awards. Minister for Education John-Paul Langbroek said the Westminster Prize aimed to strengthen Queensland students’ understanding of civics, citizenship and democratic participation. “This exciting new program offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for our students to travel to London, Canberra and Brisbane to learn about our rich history and political system,” Minister Langbroek said. “Today’s students are our future leaders, and the Crisafulli Government’s new Westminster Prize is a fantastic opportunity for them to travel, explore and deepen their understanding of democratic values. “Through the Westminster Prize, the eight students will grow their understanding of Queensland’s parliamentary system, Australia’s federal democracy and the Westminster model in the UK. “As well as their travels, the prize winners will deliver a local civics project focused on a community issue, applying their learning to real-world contexts.” British Consul General for Queensland and the Northern Territory Richard Cowin said he was delighted to support the fantastic initiative. “This exciting award gives students an amazing opportunity to see how the Westminster system works in real life and to experience the democratic traditions that connect the UK and Australia,” Mr Cowin said. “In a fast-changing world, understanding our shared values and approaches is more important than ever. “This prize will enable a lucky group of young Queenslanders to experience these principles firsthand and draw on them throughout their lives.” Applications to be part of the inaugural Westminster Prize open on 18 May and close 31 July, with interviews and selection in August and September. For more information, visit the website.
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Cardwell Meals on Wheels Inc. 44th Annual General Meeting was held on 16/10/25 at Cardwell RSL. Terry & Mamiko catered for our Annual Dinner and the meal was delicious. It was well attended by volunteers, clients and the kitchen staff and Winston Boysen from Churches of Christ Rockingham Home for the Aged as our special guests and following the formal procedures, everyone enjoyed a great evening of dining, fun and laughter.
During the evening, we held a minute silence for our long-serving President, Beverley Rose Altadonna, a position she held for 23 years, who passed away suddenly in September. Bev will be sadly missed by our organization.
Our Committee for 2025/26 – President Don Porter, Treasurer Allison Chellingworth, Secretary Lee
Porter, Committee Members – Arlie Robinson, John Newsome, Sue Hart, Bilie Fletcher, Mandy McGree, Carol Palmer, Katrina O’Brien, Peta Johnson, Lynn Crawford and Mandy Carucci.
Secretary Lee Porter thanked all the volunteers for their continuing support during the year.
Volunteers and clients were given a 2026 Calendar, which was produced by Stan Skeates, with amazing native animal photos from our volunteers Stan and Debbie Clancy.
If you would like to volunteer an hour or two a month, please contact our Convenor Lisa Cartwright on 0428980104 or email cardwellmow@hotmail.com
(Contributed with thanks by Lee Porter, Secretary of Cardwell Meals on Wheels)
It would be great to stand before you today knowing no wars are going on around the planet, but unfortunately, there are two going on in Africa, one still only partially settled in the Middle East, and of course, the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia.
When the Armistice was signed between the Germans and the Allied forces at the 11th hour on the 11th day and the 11th month in 1918, this First World War was supposed to be the war to end all wars. In the intervening hours from the document of surrender being signed and the cessation of hostilities, 2,700 more casualties were inflicted. This was a complete waste of lives, just like the preceding 4 years.
On this 107th anniversary of the end of World War 1, we haven't as a species been able to live together without conflict, and with the constant development of new weaponry, especially artificial intelligence-based, nothing looks like changing any time soon.
This was not the intention of the victors, if there were any, as the Great War, as it was known, was deemed to be the war to end all wars. Those brave Sailors, Soldiers, and Airmen who gave their lives so we could live in peace and with freedom would be very disappointed that we still resort to war, which brings nothing but pain and suffering to the planet daily.
Today, we gather here to honour the sacrifice of all those who have served this country in times of peace and at war. Without their contributions in the defence of our way of life, none of us would be here today. It is a debt this nation can never repay, and having ceremonies like this one keeps their memories alive.
From school children to grandparents, for one minute of each year, we gather to Remember them. It's a very small sacrifice on our part, especially considering what those brave men and women gave for us.
It was interesting to read that the British Royal Artillery lost over 60,000 men in World War One; coincidentally, that's around the same figure that Australia lost. So it was a war that marked the rapid evolution of Artillery and the invention of the Maxim Machine Gun. Both these massed weapons inflicted a devastating impact on both sides of this war.
The genuine wish for peace by those signing the Armistice didn't last a generation, with the Second World War commencing in 1939. And Australia lost another 40,000 brave young souls.
Within 10 years of the cessation of both these wars, those numbers were doubled due to death from wounds or suicide.
Wouldn't it be wonderful if I could stand here before you next year and claim that there are no wars on our small planet, and no more mothers are weeping over lost children.
LEST WE FORGET
(Contributed with thanks by Robert Lang, President of the Cardwell RSL Sub Branch)
By Dr Bianka Vidonja Balanzategui
Who would have thought that in researching the origins of the naming of Markey Street, Ingham, which, according to a Hinchinbrook Shire Council document, Future Road Names - Hinchinbrook Shire Council, is named for Thomas Markey, I would discover an oversight in local RSL records and on the cenotaph, William John MARKEY.
According to the Irish-born soldiers of the AIF, Private William John MARKEY. No. 373 was born in County Antrim, Ireland, to William and Ellen Markey. He came to Australia as a 19-year-old and was working on the Herbert at Victoria Mill when he enlisted on 13 April 1915 to fight for Australia in World War 1. He embarked on 25 May 1915, in Brisbane on the Ascanius. He was a member of the 2nd Australian Division Light Trench Mortar Battery, Australian Infantry. He was killed in action on 5 August 1916, aged 23 years. His personal effects: a bible, wallet and photos were returned to his mother on his death.
Ingham-born Aircraftsman Class 1 Thomas Markey 152019, on the other hand, enlisted to fight in World War 2 in Townsville at the R.A.A.F Recruiting Unit, and formally joined up in Brisbane in 1943, at 18 years of age and was given the duties of aircraft hand. Thomas was born on April 26, 1925, to Patrick Markey and his wife, Jane (née Dunlop). His occupation was mail contractor, but he also worked in his father’s sawmill at Log Creek. He did not see overseas action but tragically died less than three weeks after enlistment in Greenslopes Hospital, Brisbane, on 4 August 1943, of an unspecified illness. He is buried in Lutwyche Cemetery, Brisbane. His name is located on panel 115 in the Commemorative Area at the Australian War Memorial. On both the cenotaph and the honour board in the Ingham RSL, Thomas Markey is recorded as a casualty of World War 2.
William John Markey is one of the 11 soldiers whom the All Souls Church, Victoria Estate is dedicated to. He is honoured at the Villers-Bretonneux Memorial and in the Commemorative Area Australian War Memorial - Panel 20. On his record held at the Australian War Memorial, it says that the cenotaph on which his name should appear is Herbert River, as that is where he enlisted. Since the RSL Board has been alerted of the omission, it has taken steps to rectify it. The Board is working towards having his name inserted on the RSL Honour Board and etched into the cenotaph. On Anzac Day 2025, William John Markey’s name was read out on the Roll of Honour.
This Remembrance Day, you may like to keep in your thoughts of the fallen not only Ingham boy Thomas Markey, but also William John Markey, an Irish boy, a long way from home, who lay down his life for his adopted country, Australia.
“Chugga-chugga, choo-choo, here comes the train, rollin’ towards the sugarcane!”
That’s the sound of a sweet new collaboration that’s taken off like a rocket, with George the Farmer and CANEGROWERS’ new song and video Sugarcane Train racking up more than 68,000 views in just three days.
The companion educational video, Learn About Sugarcane with George the Farmer, has also captured imaginations with over 65,000 views since Friday.
The upbeat tune Sugarcane Train takes kids on a musical ride from paddock to packet -showcasing how Queensland’s sugarcane is planted, grown, harvested and turned into everything from sugar to fuel, electricity and bioplastics.
“Sugarcane is one of Australia’s most vibrant, versatile and sustainable crops, and it’s great to see it come to life through George the Farmer’s unique storytelling,” said CANEGROWERS CEO Dan Galligan.
“George’s new tune is fun, factual and might just get stuck in your head for days – and its incredible early success shows just how much kids love learning where their food and fibre come from.
"It also continues CANEGROWERS’ long-standing commitment to helping students and teachers understand our industry and its people.”
The Sugarcane Train song and educational video are the first in a new suite of George the Farmer resources developed in partnership with CANEGROWERS, with curriculum-aligned STEM materials for Prep to Year 4 students set for release in time for the 2026 school year.
These classroom materials are packed with fun, hands-on activities – from designing cane farms and building model harvesters to exploring how farming cares for the land.
“Kids can’t resist singing along – and Sugarcane Train is the perfect way to show how clever, creative and sustainable our farmers really are,” said George the Farmer creator Simone Kain.
Thank you to all growers who nominated Wilmar Grower Marketing as their GEI marketer for the 2026 season.
I would like to extend a warm welcome to the growing number of new growers who have chosen Wilmar for the first time. We don’t take any nomination, new or existing, for granted and remain committed to delivering strong returns, flexible products and personalised service to maintain your trust in this vital part of your business.
This year has been particularly challenging on the pricing front. Just 8 months ago, the March 26 futures contract was trading close to 20 USc/lb, with the AUD sugar price above $650/t. We are now facing a $465/t price and futures at 14 USc/lb.
Our recent October Pool results have reinforced our decision to relaunch the Managed Pool as the Managed Pool Plus (MPP), with the key difference being its extended time horizon for price management compared to the Production Risk Pool (PRP).
At the end of October, the MPP was forecast at $560/t Actual versus the PRP at $515/t. During the month, the 2025 Season price fell by about $70/t Actual, while the MPP dropped $40/t and the PRP $60/t, reflecting the MPP’s higher hedge profile.
The Grower Marketing team are fielding lots of enquiries from growers seeking guidance on sugar price outlooks. While no one can predict prices with certainty, our analysts expect global sugar stocks to build over the next 12 to 18 months due to large crops in India and Brazil, assuming normal weather.
Ethanol remains another key factor, with prices influenced by oil markets, relative feedstock prices, and government regulation. The recent dip in sugar prices below 14 USc/lb has already prompted some Brazilian mills to switch from sugar to ethanol, showing price signals are working to rebalance supply and demand.
Across all regions, growers are underpriced for the 2025 season, and even more so for 2026. While that is a challenge shared across the industry, it is important to look ahead. If you could lock in $525/t today for the 2025 season, would you take it? The 2028 season has that price available now, and pricing even a small portion early can help manage risk and secure a solid base as markets evolve.
By Victoria Velton
On Friday, 7 November, community members came together for a morning of hands-on environmental action. Volunteers planted native tree saplings that, once grown, will help shade out invasive parra grass and restore valuable habitat for the wetlands’ feathered and furry locals.
Participants gathered beside two ute-loads of native trees. Some drilled holes into the clay-like soil, others prepared the saplings, and everyone planted as many trees as they could in the heat, each contributing to a greener future.
The event highlighted the importance of community collaboration in tackling invasive species and supporting local biodiversity. It was a day not only about planting trees but also about nurturing long-term environmental stewardship in the region.
The planting site adjoined another successfully revegetated area that had been established in a previous project, continuing the creation of a vital wildlife corridor through the TYTO Wetlands.
If you love gardening and enjoying the great outdoors, the Green Thumbs Garden Club at the Community Garden, 100 McIlwraith Street, Ingham, is the place to be. This community garden is open to everyone, offering a space to plant, nurture, and harvest plants all for free.
The Green Thumbs Garden Club now meets every Friday from 2:30pm, inviting volunteers and community members to dig in, plant whatever they like, and enjoy some fresh air. No experience is needed, just bring some garden gloves if you like, and a willingness to get a little dirty.
The garden is also shared with local organisations including Mental Health Queensland, Selectability, and other community groups, who bring their clients to learn, garden, and connect. Children are welcome too, learning how to plant, water, and care for their own seedlings, and enjoying the harvest of their own fruits and vegetables once they’re ready.
The Green Thumbs Garden Club is run by The Hub, a not-for-profit organisation, and everything in the garden—from seeds and fertiliser to tools—is provided free of charge. The initiative also supports the community by helping address food scarcity, allowing anyone to take home fresh produce. All members of the public are welcome; simply contact the organisers to arrange a time and find out which garden beds are available.
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener, a curious beginner, or looking for a family-friendly outdoor activity, the Green Thumbs Garden Club is the place to dig in!
For more information, call the Hinchinbrook Community Support Centre on (07) 4776 1822.
Bright, bold and full of personality, that’s the vibe this season at I Love Boutique, Ingham’s destination for fun, fashionable summer style. Located in the heart of town, the boutique is known for its ever-changing range of trendy clothing, accessories, and gifts that celebrate individuality and creativity.
With the heat of summer setting in, now’s the time to refresh your wardrobe with easy, stylish pieces that keep you cool and confident. Think funky, artistic oversized T-shirts, lightweight shorts, and breezy dresses in bold prints and flattering cuts. Each piece at I Love Boutique is carefully chosen for its unique look and relaxed fit, perfect for casual days, coastal weekends, or festive get-togethers.
Whether you’re drawn to vibrant colours, playful patterns, or soft neutral tones, the team at I Love Boutique can help you put together a look that’s distinctly yours. Their range is all about comfort without compromising on style, ideal for the laid-back North Queensland lifestyle.
Visit I Love Boutique, 66 Lannercost Street, Ingham, or shop their new arrivals online at shop.iloveboutique.com.au for all the latest arrivals and deals!
Step into the season looking effortlessly chic with the latest arrivals from Lisa Maree Boutique in Ingham. Known for their beautiful range of women’s fashion, shoes, and accessories, the boutique has become a go-to for locals who love modern styles with a touch of flair.
This summer, it’s all about staying cool while looking fabulous. Lisa Maree Boutique has a stunning collection of flowy dresses in eye-catching prints and flattering cuts, perfect for festive gatherings or lazy summer days. Oversized T-shirts and comfy mix-and-match shorts are also in stock, making it easy to build a relaxed yet stylish wardrobe for the heat of a North Queensland Christmas.
Whether you prefer bold statement pieces or simple elegance, the team at Lisa Maree Boutique can help you find just the right outfit. With their focus on quality, comfort, and style, you’ll walk away feeling confident and ready to take on the season in style.
Visit Lisa Maree Boutique, 60 Lannercost Street, Ingham, Monday to Friday 9am–5pm or Saturday 9am–12pm, and explore their full range of fashion for every occasion.
Petal & Beanz has officially changed its name to Cassowary Blooms & Coffee, marking an exciting new chapter for the much-loved local business.
The rebrand reflects a renewed focus on what the team does best: creating beautiful floral arrangements, serving quality coffee, and offering freshly made and blended juices to the Cassowary Coast community.
While the café will no longer serve food, it remains a welcoming space to relax, meet friends, or work online while enjoying coffee, juice, and the scent of freshly cut flowers.
Cassowary Blooms & Coffee continues to provide a full floral service, with pick-up and delivery available for fresh flowers and custom bouquets.
“Flowers for any occasion. Where there are flowers, there is love and healing,” says Eseta.
The team is also expanding its giftware range in time for Christmas, making it the perfect place to find thoughtful gifts and stunning native arrangements for loved ones this festive season.
Contact Cassowary Blooms & Coffee by calling (07) 4068 1780 or emailing CassowaryBlooms@gmail.com, and celebrate Christmas by giving your loved ones blooms that bring smiles.
Shop SportsPower Ingham this Christmas for all your family's active needs.
SportsPower Ingham has the perfect gifts to get the whole family active and outdoors this holiday season.
Make your backyard the ultimate play zone with high-performance 10 or 12-foot trampolines, perfect for kids to bounce and burn off energy. Challenge the family to a table tennis showdown for hours of laughter and friendly competition, ideal for all ages.
For fishing enthusiasts, Shimano has you covered with sunglasses, boot socks, tackle boxes, and mug-and-sock gift packs, all designed to suit anglers of every level.
Find gifts for every interest across the sporting and hobby world, at every level, beginner to pro, from exercise equipment and comfortable sportswear to items for fans to rep their favourite teams. Cowboys-themed footy? Check!
SportsPower Ingham also offers a huge range of gifts under $50. Think bright and colourful Wilson and Spalding basketballs, family games like dartboards, and backyard favourites, including beach cricket sets. There is something for everyone, making it easy to tick off every name on your Christmas list.
Visit SportsPower Ingham in-store at 57 Herbert Street, Ingham, or browse online at sportspower.com.au to see the full range of gifts to keep your family active, entertained, and smiling this Christmas.
It’s that time of year again, a few more moustaches around town, some half-grown, some glorious, all part of the same message: men’s mental health matters.
Movember is more than just a charity campaign. It’s a reminder that, for many men, mental health is still something that happens in silence. Too many blokes push through, bottle things up, or don’t know where to start when things feel off. And even when they’re ready to reach out, knowing who to go to can feel confusing.
So let’s talk about it — not just the why, but the where.
Your GP is often the best starting point. They know your overall health and can help rule out physical causes, start conversations about mental wellbeing, talk through medications if appropriate and put together a referral for Medicare-rebated sessions with the right person.
A counsellor can support you to work through life’s challenges, be it stress, relationships, grief, transitions, identity, or just feeling stuck. Counselling is often less clinical and more conversational, offering space to unpack what's going on in a way that feels safe.
A psychologist helps with mental health diagnoses and evidence-based therapy. They can support people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, executive functioning issues, or patterns that are getting in the way of day-to-day life. You might also come across the provisional psychologist: this is someone who’s completed their studies and is now completing a supervised internship. They can offer excellent, affordable support under guidance from a fully registered psychologist.
A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who specialises in mental illness, especially when medications are needed, or symptoms are complex. A referral from your GP is required to see one.
There’s also support through local hospital teams and acute care services, especially when someone is in crisis or when there are concerns for safety. In Queensland, that’s 1300 MH CALL (1300 642 255).
At Tumbleweed Therapies, we know that men’s mental health doesn’t always show up as sadness. It often looks like anger. Exhaustion. Numbness. Withdrawal. Overwork. Or silence.
We’re here to help men reconnect with themselves, their mates, their values, and the things that matter. Therapy isn’t about fixing; it’s about making space to think, reset, and move forward.
So if you’re growing a mo, great! But let it be more than a fundraiser. Let it be a reminder to check in on yourself, your mates, your dad, your brother, and your son.
You don’t need to do it all alone.
Email intake@tumbleweedtherapies.com or call 07 4463 8679, inquire or check out our website and see how we can help www.tumbleweedtherapies.com.au
The Ingham Tennis Association introduced a social tennis session for more experienced juniors on Tuesday afternoons. Richard generously volunteers his time to run this session, which the club greatly appreciates.
As the Club President, Richard oversees the Tuesday sessions, allowing the juniors to play matches, record their scores, and participate in a few fun games.
On top of that, Richard has also been busy doing repairs around the clubhouse to give it a freshen-up so everyone can enjoy the facilities.
If your child has some tennis experience, they are welcome to come down for a hit on a Tuesday afternoon at 3:30pm.
(Contributed with thanks by Geoff Caso)
The Lower Herbert Lions Club recently received a generous donation from Thread Together, collecting a selection of festive Christmas bon bons, just in time for the Christmas season!
Thread Together has supported the Hinchinbrook Shire several times in the past, donating new clothes to those in need within the community and beyond. Run by a group of passionate individuals who believe in making a real change in the world, Thread Together works to divert brand-new, unsold clothes destined for landfill into the hands of those who need them most.
Michael from the Lower Herbert Lions Club excitedly received the donation a couple of weeks ago at the Queensland Country Women’s Club (QCWA) Halifax Branch, noting they’ll certainly go to good use! The Lions Club plans to use the gift at this year’s wonderful Christmas Luncheon, an annually celebrated extravaganza hosted for the seniors of the Hinchinbrook Shire.
Usually hosted towards the end of November or in the early days of December, the Lower Herbert Halifax Lions Club Seniors’ Christmas Luncheon continues to bring the community together for a fabulous day of socialisation, festive fun and a delicious barbecue spread. Check up on the Lower Herbert Halifax Lions Club’s socials, call 0429 383 405 or email lowerherberthalifaxlionsclub@gmail.com to be the first to know when the date for 2025’s Christmas Luncheon drops!
Hello Hinchinbrook!
Exciting news – it’s our birthday month! And to celebrate a whole year of Hinchinbrook Life Newspaper, you’ll notice the paper looks a little different this week – we’ve rebranded!
For the past five years, Life newspapers have shared the same masthead, so we thought it was time for a fresh, modern look. We hope you love it as much as we do.
We’ve moved away from the traditional red, black, and white, and embraced a vibrant green–blue gradient – a nod to our stunning natural surrounds and the Great Barrier Reef, which runs the full length of our coastline and connects our four Life Publishing newspapers.
Hinchinbrook is the first to roll out the new look, so the paper you’re holding is the very first of its kind!
As we celebrate our first birthday, I’d like to extend a huge thank you to everyone who has supported us over the past year – our loyal readers, valued advertisers, Council, Chamber, and community groups. Your ongoing support keeps local print news alive, and we’re so proud to continue delivering free, independent news to the region every week.
A special thank you to our wonderful team – to Daniel Heggie, our first journalist on the ground, and Victoria Velton, who has since taken up the role with great enthusiasm - thank you for welcoming them both into the community. Our local Sales Manager Sherie Hensler-Adams has also been instrumental in reviving strong print advertising in the region, bringing with her eight years of experience from the Herbert River Express, she is the fountain of industry knowledge.
And, of course, thank you to our incredible design, production, and office teams who work tirelessly behind the scenes to bring each edition to life.
Here’s to a bright new look and another great year ahead!
Rach
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