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If you’re looking for a great night out filled with music, laughter and a fantastic dinner, Ingham Theatre Group’s 2026 Theatre Restaurant production, Cruise Club, could be just the ticket. Performing at the Ingham Bowls Club on August 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd, 27th, 28th and 29th, tickets to the shows of been selling quickly, with the August 22nd and 29th performances already completely sold out. Only limited seats remain for the other dates, so theatre-goers are encouraged to book soon to avoid missing the boat. For $70, guests will enjoy a delicious dinner and a full evening of live entertainment featuring plenty of music, comedy and colourful characters. It is the perfect excuse to gather a group of friends, organise a work night out or simply enjoy something fun and different close to home. Director Steven Veltmeyer said the cast and crew were delighted by the community’s response. “We’ve put together a show that is all about giving people a really enjoyable night out,” Steven said. “There’s lots of music, plenty of laughs, some wonderfully outrageous characters and our audience will feel like they are completely at sea.” Cruise Club takes audiences aboard a luxury cruise ship where the passengers and crew are anything but ordinary. What begins as a relaxing voyage soon becomes a lively adventure filled with unexpected events, suspicious behaviour and plenty of comic confusion. As the story unfolds around them, audience members can watch for clues and test their detective skills as they try to solve the mystery by the end of the show. Tickets are available from Barnes Sewing Centre. With dinner, music, mystery and plenty of laughs included, Cruise Club promises to be a fantastic night out, but you’ll need to get in quickly and grab your boarding pass before the ship gets full.
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Fans of Elton John are in for a memorable evening this August when ROCKETMAN – FLYING SOLO arrives at the Hinchinbrook Shire Hall, celebrating the music of one of the world's most iconic performers. Starring acclaimed tribute artist Greg Andrew, the 75-minute production takes audiences on a musical journey inspired by Elton John's own solo world tours. Blending timeless hits, the performance offers a unique "up close and personal" experience that pays tribute to the legendary partnership of Elton John and Bernie Taupin. Through The Elton John Experience, Greg has performed in more than 30 countries and entertained over half a million fans worldwide. Widely regarded as one of the world's leading Elton John tribute artists, he made history in 2017 as the first—and still the only—Elton John tribute performer invited to appear at TRIBFEST UK, the world's largest tribute festival. From chart-topping classics to songs that have introduced Elton John's music to younger generations, ROCKETMAN – FLYING SOLO is designed to appeal to audiences of all ages. Whether you've followed Elton's career from the beginning or discovered his music recently, the show promises an evening filled with nostalgia, storytelling and exceptional piano performances. Doors open at 4pm ahead of the 5pm performance, with the licensed event giving patrons the opportunity to settle in before the music begins. Pre-purchase tickets through Hinchinbrook Tickets or purchase them at the door on the day, unless sold out prior. WHAT: ROCKETMAN – FLYING SOLO: The Elton John Experience WHEN: Saturday August 8th, 5pm (doors open 4pm) WHERE: Hinchinbrook Shire Hall Caption: Greg Andrews performing as Elton John. Image supplied: Hinchinbrook Chamber of Commerce, Industry & Tourism
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The Ingham Probus Club brought together more than 100 members and guests to embrace the festive spirit with a uniquely Australian twist during its annual Christmas in July celebrations. Held with an Aussie-theme, the event featured a light-hearted rendition of Colin Buchanan's Australian version of Jingle Bells, with four club members, including one dressed as a kangaroo, carrying a Holden car prop complete with an esky through the crowd as guests enthusiastically sang along. The festivities also included dozens of hampers, prizes and gifts, along with joke tellers and plenty of live entertainment, creating a memorable afternoon for all in attendance. Guests enjoyed a delicious lunch while being entertained by the Cassidy Band. The event attracted 108 attendees, including members from Probus clubs in Innisfail and Townsville. Joining the Townsville group was a visiting Probus couple from Sydney, highlighting the friendships and connections that extend well beyond the local district. Organisers described the celebration as a tremendous success, and a fun-filled Christmas in July gathering which continues to be a highlight on the club's social calendar.
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Tickets Running Out For 2026 C-Files Forum With the Australian UFO Festival fast approaching, organisers are reminding visitors there are only days left to secure online tickets for the highly anticipated 2026 C-Files Forum. Online ticket sales close at 5pm on Wednesday 5th August, ahead of a packed weekend of presentations, discussion and exploration into some of Australia's most intriguing mysteries. Across three days, the forum will bring together 14 respected researchers, investigators and experiencers to examine topics including the 60th anniversary of the Tully Saucer Nest, UFOs and UAPs, physical evidence, extraordinary firsthand encounters, ancient mysteries and the ongoing search for disclosure. After online sales close, in-person tickets will only be available at the door if the event has not sold out. Organisers are encouraging anyone planning to attend to book early and avoid disappointment. WHAT: C-Files Forum WHEN: Friday 7th August - Sunday 9th August 2026 WHERE: Throughout Cardwell Galactic Roll-Off Kicks Off Festival Fun Festival celebrations begin on Friday evening with the Galactic Roll-Off at the Cardwell Country Club, offering a relaxed and family-friendly start to the weekend. From 6pm, locals and visitors alike are invited to enjoy barefoot bowls, live music, a barbecue and raffles while meeting fellow festival-goers in a fun social atmosphere. No bowling experience is needed, making the event an ideal opportunity for first-timers to have a go while soaking up the unique atmosphere that has become synonymous with the Australian UFO Festival. A Booze Bus will also be operating throughout the evening, helping everyone get home safely after an enjoyable night on the greens. WHAT: Galactic Roll-Off WHEN: Friday 7th August, from 6pm WHERE: Cardwell Country Club Foreshore Set For An Alien Invasion The festival's biggest public celebration will take over the Cardwell Foreshore on Saturday evening, with organisers promising an unforgettable night of live entertainment, costumes and community spirit. Festivities begin from 5pm with Homemade Space Machine opening the entertainment before Zachariah takes to the stage from 7pm. Food vendors and the licensed bar will be operating throughout the evening, while festival-goers are encouraged to embrace the fun by dressing as their favourite alien for the popular costume competition. Children's judging begins at 7pm, followed by adults at 8.30pm. To help everyone enjoy the evening safely, a free courtesy bus will run throughout the event, servicing areas north to Five Mile and south to the old Kennedy Store. With free entry, organisers are inviting residents and visitors alike to bring their family, friends and best extraterrestrial costumes for one of Cardwell's most anticipated nights of the year. WHAT: Alien Invasion Foreshore Party WHEN: Saturday 8th, August, from 5pm WHERE: Cardwell Foreshore
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The Debutants and their partners at the Ingham Catholic Debutante Ball 2026. Photos supplied: Rachel Bonassi
Contributed with thanks by Rachel Bonassi
For over 90 years, the Ingham Catholic Debutante Ball has been a very important fixture on our district’s social calendar.
After 3 months of dance practice with Doug and Violet Adams, the ball is a night where we can celebrate the presentation of our young people into our community and the world.
Our rapt attention demonstrates how special they are to us and how proud we are of them.
Our Debutantes and their Partners are a wonderful mixture of nerves and poise. This mix of uncertainty and confidence marks not just tonight, but also this moment in their lives.
They have learnt so much and still have so much to learn as they look towards the future with anticipation and delight.
The highlight of the night was seeing the smiles on our sixteen Debutantes faces as they were presented before us.
2026 Debutantes and their Partners
Ellie Lahtinen & Connor Matsen
Kaitlyn Rapista & Rory Day
Denae Condon & TJ Duncan
Annabell Sorbello & Gabriel Lake
Carly Roati & Kaleb Holmes
Mylie Sorbello & Ben Poggio
Emylee Dametto & Jonah Rossington
Karlie Johnson & Liam Swarbrick
Ceira Fichera & Bradyen Marino
Addison Dilena & Connor Henderson
Peyton Catalano & Lucas Masters
Chloe Bradd & Maximo Lenzo
Sienna Mammino & Aiden Mammino
Georgia Minato & Noah Kopeshke
Tahliah Devietto & Daniel Winstone
Ella Perkins & Jonty Fratus
Accompanying Party
Matrons of Honour – Amanda Dillon & Julie MacPherson
Maids of Honour – Indiana Copley partnered Mitchell Jayo & Eve Exelby partnered by Hayden Girgenti.
Flower girls – Alexia Previtera & Ayla Valastro
Page boy – Patrick Pearce
Official Party
Bishop Timothy Harris, Wayde Cheisa MP, Principal of Gilroy Johanna Smith & her husband Adam Smith, and Parish Priest Father John & Father Jomi.
Stock image from Pexels
Excitement is building as the Ingham Show approaches, with organisers encouraging residents to start planning their visit and take advantage of pre-purchased tickets and passes ahead of one of the district's biggest annual events.
From Monday 8th June, the Ingham Show Office began selling Family Passes, two-day Pensioner Passes and pre-sale ride tickets, allowing visitors to organise their show experience before arriving at the gates. Tickets will also be available online through TryBooking in the lead-up to the event.
For exhibitors, entry forms can be found in the back of show schedules and are also available via the Ingham Show website. Completed entries, including colouring competition submissions, can be lodged with the Show Office before the relevant closing dates and judging periods.
Side Show Alley will once again be a major attraction, featuring thrilling rides, carnival games, showbags, fairy floss and the ever-popular Dagwood Dogs. The pavilion will showcase the creativity and talent of the community through displays of cooking, craft, horticulture, photography, art, fruit and vegetables.
Visitors can also enjoy the impressive cane display, highlighting one of the region's most important industries, while children will love the hands-on petting farm and interactive wildlife reptile show.
The Centre Ring will feature a mix of skill and spectacle, including equestrian events, cattle judging and parading, along with the crowd-favourite Sausage Dog Fancy Dress and Derby. Meanwhile, the NQ Tractor Pull will bring plenty of horsepower and excitement as competitors put their machines to the test.
The show will conclude each evening with a spectacular fireworks display, providing a fitting finale to a day of family fun, community spirit and country tradition.
Trebonne Hotel has served many locals and visitors over the years. Photo credit: Bingley Hall
Contributed with thanks by Dr Bianka Vidonja Balanzategui
On the night of Friday 29th May 2026 the Trebonne Hotel served its last customers.
It is with deep regret that the licensee Gavin Bacchiella has put the hotel up for sale. Gavin was the licensee from 2005 to 2026 and has held the license of Trebonne Hotel the longest in its history. Others who held the license for over a decade were Adelina Rotondo (1946-1954), Guiseppe Sartoresi (1955-1965) and Beverly Kay Somers (1980-1990).
The sadness felt by the Trebonne and district residents in attendance on the last night was palatable, as generations of the same families shared so many memories. Hotels are more than sellers of alcohol. Alongside schools and churches, hotels were amongst the first buildings in any new settlement.
The Trebonne State School which opened its doors on 7th November 1906 preceded the Trebonne Hotel, which opened on 15th September 1926, its first publican named George Fraser. A church didn’t come until the Canossian Daughters of Charity opened a school on 5th February 1951. They acquired the Trebonne Hall where dances were held and it became a school on weekdays and church on the weekend.
The first hotel building, a wooden two-story, burned down at midnight on 22nd March 1931 from a kitchen fire. It was still owned by Fraser but now the publican was Abramo Ganza. While a new hotel was being built Ganza conducted a temporary bar in the adjoining premises. A new, more substantial building with a brick lower storey was built. The new hotel opened on 31st January 1932 only to lose its roof eight years later in the cyclone of February 1940.
Though the licensees were invariably men it was their wives like Celia Ganza or Josephine Sartoresi who did the hard work cooking, cleaning, serving food and drinks, and often being the face of the hotel. Over the years Trebonne Hotel has provided accommodation for a countless assortment of people including footballers, musicians and workmen, in rooms in the upper storey. It has hosted wakes, weddings, school barbecues, fundraisers, farmer’s meetings and at one time in the 1990s conducted as a restaurant.
If the walls could talk, they’d have seen it all. They’d have seen publicans bribed or fined for selling liquor in prohibited hours or selling illicit spirits. They’d have witnessed brawls, a stabbing, dud cheques handed over the counter and windows smashed by disgruntled customers.
Sir Arthur Fadden (a former Prime Minister) bought two farms near Trebonne known as Sugarlands, and it is recorded that when he drove up to see the farms in his Rolls Royce, he called into the Trebonne Hotel for a chat with the locals.
The hotel even saw a change of name for a short time, when it was renamed Threeways Hotel by Clifford Stallan, the licensee (1999-2004). It was called Threeways because the hotel sits on the corner of Abergowrie Road; which leads to Ingham in one direction, Abergowrie in the other, and off to Stone River Road.
The liveliest days for Trebonne Hotel were the manual cane cutting days when cane cutters would gather at the hotel to socialize and drink, play cards and bocce. An outside dance area and a bocce court area were built alongside the hotel. Not only dances, but school fetes were held at the hotel especially after Guiseppe Sartoresi had a Fronton built on land adjoining the hotel in 1959.
This was a court for the many Basque cane cutters in the district at the time to play many memorable competitive games of Pelota Mano – a handball game. It was not unknown for up to 200 people to gather to watch a Pelota Mano game, especially if there were dancing and a barbecue organised. The Hotel did a roaring trade on those occasions.
Now the handball court stands silent, the hotel doors are closed, the kitchen stove cold, the beer taps turned off. The roaring days are over and we recall them with the fondest of memories.
“It's the end of an era, and it's a great loss to our small little community, but we'll send it off with us. Yeah, we're sending it off tonight. There're a lot of people turning in here to show you how great this place was.” - Local family group sharing stories in the beer garden.
“It's a little bit devastating, honestly. This was the local for so many years and it's got a lot of history.” - Local enjoying the last night’s performance.
“It's sad. A lot of beers and good times had you over the years. It's good to see a few people come out tonight and wish it off well. But yeah, it's sad to see another local watering hole close up.” - musician Michael Copeland, performing on the final night.
“Everyone needs somewhere to go that's close to home, within walking distance, after they finish work, and I think it's a bit sad, and it's a family pub.” - A local worker reminiscing on growing up with the Hotel.
“Everyone’s kids come here, and they're growing up together. So the next generation won't get this wholesome feeling of ending the week and coming to see all the people that you probably hardly ever see. Life gets so busy, and then you can come here (to Trebonne Hotel), have your moment, catch up, and it's been that place for people.” - a local mother whose family will miss the community of the Hotel.
“I live across the road, my farm's across the road, and so I'll be very sad to see it go. My father used to drink here, and we’ve come to celebrate, with a touch of sadness.” - Local farmer sending of the Hotel with a few rounds.
“It's a loss of the friendships that you build with all the customers. The community that it's supported and the people that would come here.” - A bartender serving the last drinks of the night.
Caden Russo “The Raging Bull” with the Queensland Super Welterweight Championship belt, alongside coach and promoter Dean Poppi. Photo credit: TGW & Smithy's Promotions
Ingham's boxing talent was on full display at the latest Country Boy Series event, with local fighters producing impressive performances in front of a hometown crowd.
The main amateur bout of the night saw fast-rising Ingham prospect Grant Martin claim victory over talented Mareeba boxer Tosh Pilcher. Martin secured the judges' decision to take home the inaugural Country Boy Belt.
One of the biggest moments of the evening belonged to "The Raging Bull" Caden Russo, who captured the Queensland Super Welterweight Championship with a strong performance against Hunter Ioane. Fighting in front of local supporters, Russo produced a memorable finish to secure the state title.
Super Middleweight Josh Shannon also recorded an impressive victory, contributing to a successful night for the Ingham contingent.
The results capped off a memorable evening for local boxing, with Ingham fighters proudly representing their hometown on the big stage.
A Friday afternoon squad session with Chad, Linkoln and Montaigne.
Photos sourced from Cardwell and Palm Creek Facebook pages
Palm Creek #128 – 51 participants
Fastest time: Carter Hague (18:45)
Final finisher: Sandra Coco (56:29)
PBs: 15 | First timers: 7
Volunteers: V Velton, Simon Niam, Kelly Krumin, Matteo Mancuso, Sandra Coco, Bridgette Duffy
Cardwell #389 – 19 participants
Fastest time: Jake Ball (23:00)
Final finisher: Judith Clarke (59:03)
PBs: 1 | First timers: 4
Volunteers: Kerry Snell, Eva Garde, Jan Ferguson, Terry Curtin, Judith Clarke, Jake Ball, Marcus Ritchie
Tuesday 9 June
Art from the Heart Acrylic Painting Group, 10am-12:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Pottery Session with Michelle, 5pm-8:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Wednesday 10 June
Pottery Session with Irene, 10am-2pm, Mission Arts Pottery Studio, Mission Beach
Thursday 11 June
Oiled Painting Group, 10am-12:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Pottery Session with Trudy, 5pm-8:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Saturday 13 June
Paradise Run Mission Beach, 6:45am, Seaview Street, Mission Beach
Cardwell parkrun, 7am, Cardwell Foreshore, Cardwell
Greenbank parkrun, 7am, Spring Mountain Reserve, Tully Connection Road, Greenbank
Tully Markets, 7am-12pm, Butler Street, Tully
Mission Arts Movie Showing: The Choral, 7pm-9pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Sunday 14 June
Cardwell Jetty Bikes & Boats Sunday Markets, 8am-12pm, Cardwell Foreshore, Cardwell
Monday 15 June
Cassowary Coast Yarners, 10am-12pm, C4 Community for Coastal & Cassowary Conservation, Mission Beach
Tuesday 16 June
Art from the Heart Acrylic Painting Group, 10am-12:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Pottery Session with Michelle, 5pm-8:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Wednesday 17 June
Pottery Session with Justin, 10am-2pm, , Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Thursday 18 June
Pottery Session with Trudy, 5pm-8:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Saturday 20 June
Paradise Run Mission Beach, 6:45am, Seaview Street, Mission Beach
Cardwell parkrun, 7am, Cardwell Foreshore, Cardwell
Greenbank parkrun, 7am, Spring Mountain Reserve, Tully Connection Road, Greenbank
Silver Ball Masquerade, 6pm-12pm, Innisfail Shire Hall, Innisfail
Sunday 21 June
Mission Beach Markets, 7am-12pm, Ulysses Park, Mission Beach
Tuesday 23 June
Art from the Heart Acrylic Painting Group, 10am-12:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Pottery Session with Michelle, 5pm-8:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Wednesday 24 June
Pottery Session with Irene, 10am-2pm, Mission Arts Pottery Studio, Mission Beach
Thursday 25 June
Pottery Session with Trudy, 5pm-8:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Saturday 27 June
Paradise Run Mission Beach, 6:45am, Seaview Street, Mission Beach
Cardwell parkrun, 7am, Cardwell Foreshore, Cardwell
Greenbank parkrun, 7am, Spring Mountain Reserve, Tully Connection Road, Greenbank
Tully Markets, 7am-12pm, Butler Street, Tully
Tuesday 30 June
Art from the Heart Acrylic Painting Group, 10am-12:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Pottery Session with Michelle, 5pm-8:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Wednesday 1 July
Pottery Session with Justin, 10am-2pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Thursday 2 July
Pottery Session with Trudy, 5pm-8:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Saturday 4 July
Paradise Run Mission Beach, 6:45am, Seaview Street, Mission Beach
Cardwell parkrun, 7am, Cardwell Foreshore, Cardwell
Greenbank parkrun, 7am, Spring Mountain Reserve, Tully Connection Road, Greenbank
Mission Beach Film Club’s Screening of Beats, 6:30pm-9pm, C4 Theatrette, Porters Promenade, Mission Beach
Sunday 5 July
Mission Beach Markets, 7am-12pm, Ulysses Park, Mission Beach
Tuesday 7 July
Art from the Heart Acrylic Painting Group, 10am-12:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Pottery Session with Michelle, 5pm-8:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Wednesday 8 July
Pottery Session with Irene, 10am-2pm, Mission Arts Pottery Studio, Mission Beach
Thursday 9 July
Oiled Painting Group, 10am-12:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Pottery Session with Trudy, 5pm-8:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Saturday 11 July
Paradise Run Mission Beach, 6:45am, Seaview Street, Mission Beach
Cardwell parkrun, 7am, Cardwell Foreshore, Cardwell
Greenbank parkrun, 7am, Spring Mountain Reserve, Tully Connection Road, Greenbank
Tully Markets, 7am-12pm, Butler Street, Tully
Sunday 12 July
Cardwell Jetty NAIDOC Market Day, 8am-12pm, Cardwell Foreshore, Cardwell
Tuesday 14 July
Art from the Heart Acrylic Painting Group, 10am-12:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Pottery Session with Michelle, 5pm-8:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Wednesday 15 July
Pottery Session with Justin, 10am-2pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Thursday 16 July
Pottery Session with Trudy, 5pm-8:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Saturday 18 July
Paradise Run Mission Beach, 6:45am, Seaview Street, Mission Beach
Cardwell parkrun, 7am, Cardwell Foreshore, Cardwell
Greenbank parkrun, 7am, Spring Mountain Reserve, Tully Connection Road, Greenbank
Sunday 19 July
Mission Beach Markets, 7am-12pm, Ulysses Park, Mission Beach
Monday 20 July
Cassowary Coast Yarners, 10am-12pm, C4 Community for Coastal & Cassowary Conservation, Mission Beach
Tuesday 21 July
Art from the Heart Acrylic Painting Group, 10am-12:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Pottery Session with Michelle, 5pm-8:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Wednesday 22 July
Pottery Session with Irene, 10am-2pm, Mission Arts Pottery Studio, Mission Beach
Thursday 23 July
Pottery Session with Trudy, 5pm-8:30pm, Mission Beach Community Arts Centre, Mission Beach
Friday 24 July
Tully Show, running across both Friday 24 and Saturday 25 July, Tully Showgrounds
Tuesday 9 June
Weekly Community Bingo (Tuesday Session), 10:30am, RSL Herbert River Sub Branch, Ingham
Wednesday 10 June
Hinchinbrook Stitchers, Social Sewing Group, 9:00am - 3:00pm at Victoria Mill Social Club Hall, Ingham
Tai Chi, 9:00am - 10:00am, Forrest Beach Surf Life Saving Club, Forrest Beach
Friends of Forrest Beach, conversation and games, 9:00am – 12:00pm, Progress Park shelter, Forrest Beach
Canasta & Cards, 1:30pm – 3:30pm at The Centre, 71 Townsville Rd
Social Darts, 7:00pm, Brothers Sports and Community Club, Cooper St, Ingham
Thursday 11 June
QCWA Forrest Beach Meeting, 9:00am, QCWA Hall Palm Street, Forrest Beach
Senior Men's Social Group, 9:00am – 12:00pm at HCSC The Centre, 71 Townsville Rd, Ingham
CWA Craft Group, 9:00am – 12:00pm at the Forrest Beach CWA Hall, 6 Palm St.
Technology Classes, 10:00am – 1:30pm, at the Hinchinbrook Shire Library, 73–75 McIlwraith Street, Ingham
Playtime At The Library, 10:30am – 12:00pm at the Hinchinbrook Shire Library, 73–75 McIlwraith St, Ingham
Morning Melodies: The Beggars sing The Seekers, 10:30am - 12:00pm, Hinchinbrook Shire Hall, 25 Lannercost Street, Ingham
Mahjong, 1:00pm – 3:00pm at The Centre, 71 Townsville Rd
Weekly Community Bingo (Thursday Session), 6:45pm, RSL Herbert River Sub Branch, Ingham
Friday 12 June
Seniors Morning Coffee Club, 9:30am – 11:30am at the Noorla Bowls Club, 32 McIlwraith St, Ingham
Saturday 13 June
Parkrun, 7:00am, Palm Creek, Ingham & Cardwell Jetty Foreshore, Cardwell
Conroy Hall Markets, 7:30am-11:30am, Conroy Hall, Ingham
Forrest Beach HOY, 12:30, Forrest Beach Community Function Centre, Forrest Beach
Afternoon Tea By The Sea, 2:00pm, Forrest Beach Surf Life Saving Club, Forrest Beach
Sunday 14 June
Herbert River Orchid & Allied Plant Society meeting,1:30pm Conroy Hall, Ingham
Feast of St Anthony, 11:00am - 6:00pm, Saint Anthony's Church, 18 Fulton Drive Bemerside
Monday 15 June
Hinchinbrook Chamber of Commerce, Industry & Tourism Inc. General Monthly Meeting, 1:30pm-3pm, Old Suncorp Building, Ingham
Tuesday 16 June
Weekly Community Bingo (Tuesday Session), 10:30am, RSL Herbert River Sub Branch, Ingham
Wednesday 17 June
Hinchinbrook Stitchers, Social Sewing Group, 9:00am - 3:00pm at Victoria Mill Social Club Hall, Ingham
Tai Chi, 9:00am - 10:00am, Forrest Beach Surf Life Saving Club, Forrest Beach
Friends of Forrest Beach, conversation and games, 9:00am – 12:00pm, Progress Park shelter, Forrest Beach
Canasta & Cards, 1:30pm – 3:30pm at The Centre, 71 Townsville Rd
Social Darts, 7:00pm, Brothers Sports and Community Club, Cooper St, Ingham
Thursday 18 June
Senior Men's Social Group, 9:00am – 12:00pm at HCSC The Centre, 71 Townsville Rd, Ingham
CWA Craft Group, 9:00am – 12:00pm at the Forrest Beach CWA Hall, 6 Palm St.
Technology Classes, 10:00am – 1:30pm, at the Hinchinbrook Shire Library, 73–75 McIlwraith Street, Ingham
Playtime At The Library, 10:30am – 12:00pm at the Hinchinbrook Shire Library, 73–75 McIlwraith St, Ingham
Mahjong, 1:00pm – 3:00pm at The Centre, 71 Townsville Rd
Weekly Community Bingo (Thursday Session), 6:45pm, RSL Herbert River Sub Branch, Ingham
Friday 19 June
Seniors Morning Coffee Club, 9:30am – 11:30am at the Noorla Bowls Club, 32 McIlwraith St, Ingham
June 2026 Tea and Trivia, 9:00am - 12:00pm, YTO Conference and Events Centre, 73 Mcilwraith St, Ingham
Saturday 20 June
Parkrun, 7:00am, Palm Creek, Ingham & Cardwell Jetty Foreshore, Cardwell
Markets at the Mosaic, 8:00am - 12:00pm, Mercer Lane, 78 Lannercost St, Ingham
Sunday 21 June
Lucinda Markets, 7am –11am, Borello Park, Lucinda
Tuesday 23 June
Winter in the Tropics High Tea, 9:30am, QCWA Halifax, Cr Macrossan & Rupp Sts, Halifax
Weekly Community Bingo (Tuesday Session), 10:30am, RSL Herbert River Sub Branch, Ingham
Wednesday 24 June
Hinchinbrook Stitchers, Social Sewing Group, 9:00am - 3:00pm at Victoria Mill Social Club Hall, Ingham
Tai Chi, 9:00am - 10:00am, Forrest Beach Surf Life Saving Club, Forrest Beach
Friends of Forrest Beach, conversation and games, 9:00am – 12:00pm, Progress Park shelter, Forrest Beach
Canasta & Cards, 1:30pm – 3:30pm at The Centre, 71 Townsville Rd
Social Darts, 7:00pm, Brothers Sports and Community Club, Cooper St, Ingham
Thursday 25 June
Ingham Show Day 1, 5:00pm, Ingham Showgrounds, Ingham
Senior Men's Social Group, 9:00am – 12:00pm at HCSC The Centre, 71 Townsville Rd, Ingham
CWA Craft Group, 9:00am – 12:00pm at the Forrest Beach CWA Hall, 6 Palm St.
Technology Classes, 10:00am – 1:30pm, at the Hinchinbrook Shire Library, 73–75 McIlwraith Street, Ingham
Playtime At The Library, 10:30am – 12:00pm at the Hinchinbrook Shire Library, 73–75 McIlwraith St, Ingham
Mahjong, 1:00pm – 3:00pm at The Centre, 71 Townsville Rd
Weekly Community Bingo (Thursday Session), 6:45pm, RSL Herbert River Sub Branch, Ingham
Friday 26 June
Ingham Show Day 1, 5:00pm, Ingham Showgrounds, Ingham
Seniors Morning Coffee Club, 9:30am – 11:30am at the Noorla Bowls Club, 32 McIlwraith St, Ingham
Saturday 27 June
Parkrun, 7:00am, Palm Creek, Ingham & Cardwell Jetty Foreshore, Cardwell
Sunday 28 June
Tuesday 30 June
Weekly Community Bingo (Tuesday Session), 10:30am, RSL Herbert River Sub Branch, Ingham
On 14 June 1872 it was reported that the first machinery for what would be the Mackenzie’s Gairloch Plantation and Mill had arrived.
Gardeners, hobby growers and anyone keen for a bit of friendly competition are being encouraged to take part in the Mt Fox Pumpkin Growing Contest.
For just $5, entrants will receive a competition pack containing all the information needed to get growing, plus two large carving pumpkin seeds and one Atlantic Giant pumpkin seed - a variety renowned for producing some of the world's biggest pumpkins.
Have fun, get involved and see what can be grown over the coming months. Entry fees will go directly towards the prize pool, with cash prizes increasing as more people register.
The competition will conclude with a weigh-in on the morning of the Mt Fox Halloween Party. Following judging, all pumpkins entered will be donated to local children for pumpkin carving activities before a special lighting ceremony after dark.
Entries will be available from Brandie at the Mt Fox Markets, and Britt who will have pop-up opportunities in Ingham. Let’s get growing!
Skippers Are Basically Tide Whisperers
Local charter skippers don’t rely on luck – they rely on literacy – Tide literacy. They read colour changes, wind angles, moon phases and subtle current lines the way others read menus. In the Hinchinbrook region, that knowledge turns “maybe” days into bent rods and wide grins.
Launching from Dungeness gives skippers options. When it’s breezy, sheltered creeks and channels come into play. When conditions behave, they’ll head wider to reefs and shoals. One day might mean barramundi drains and mangrove edges, another might chase reef species when clarity and tides align.
They supply the vessel, safety gear and tackle, while you bring sun protection, snacks and your best victory pose. Always confirm marine park zoning, bag limits and seasonal closures when booking. Less guesswork, more stories, zero regret. Book it: hinchinbrookway.com.au
Wilmar Graduate booth: Daniel Shipard, Wes Seri, Derrick Neitz
Students, families and local businesses came together at Gilroy Santa Maria College's Careers Evening, creating an opportunity for young people to explore the many pathways available to them beyond the classroom.
Held at the Catherine McAuley Centre on Thursday, 28th May, the event welcomed Year 10 to 12 students from across the wider Hinchinbrook community, alongside parents, carers, industry representatives and education providers.
A diverse range of local businesses, services, training organisations and further education providers hosted displays and spoke directly with students about potential career options, study pathways and employment opportunities.
Students had the opportunity to speak directly with the representatives and listen to an informed panel to gain valuable insights into career pathways, training opportunities and future employment options. The event highlighted the strong partnership between local industry and education, helping students make informed decisions as they begin planning for life after school.
Tasman Turtle with all his friends at Tyto Parklands, after dancing along to Comfort Royale. Photo credit: Victoria Velton
More than 2,500 people spent their Saturday at the TYTO Parklands as Tasman Turtle’s Picnic Day rolled into the evening with the Bounce Back Bash.
The much-loved picnic event saw children exploring hands-on activities and neighbours catching up on the grass, conveying the simple message of caring for the environment in a fun, relaxed setting. Locals then swapped picnic rugs for dancing shoes and gathered again for the Bounce Back Bash.
“We’ve had a wet season that kept everyone on edge, but days like this remind us why community matters,” Mayor Jayo said.
“Coming together, enjoying each other’s company and having a bit of fun is an important part of bouncing back.”
With music from Comfort Royale, Pete Cullen & the Hurt, and local band Last Chance , the atmosphere remained laid back, friendly and distinctly Hinchinbrook. Council thanked residents, volunteers, performers and staff for helping make the day and night such a success.
Photo credit: Victoria Velton
Artists, supporters and community members gathered at the TYTO Regional Art Gallery on Friday, 29th May for the opening of Liminal Shift: About Time, the latest group exhibition by Ingham Art Action.
The exhibition showcases a diverse collection of works created by members, exploring both the passage of time and the many ways it can be interpreted through art.
Councillor, Donna Marbelli praised the group's ongoing contribution to the region.
“As the Community and Cultural Councillor, I would like to sincerely thank the members of the Ingham Art Action Group for their ongoing dedication and contribution to our community,” Cr Marbelli said.
“Through their passion, creativity, and countless volunteer hours, they continue to enrich community life, providing opportunities for people of all ages to engage with and enjoy the arts.”
Ingham Art Action President Dr Ann Vardanega said the exhibition highlights the breadth of talent within the group.
“There are so many genres of work within our members, from needlework, weaving, painting and ceramics,” she said.
“Some of these works take weeks and months to produce, while others are completed a little faster.”
Artist Louise Plint explained that the exhibition theme reflects both the period between exhibitions and the way artists have interpreted the concept of time within their work.
“We didn't have an exhibition last year, so this show represents the work produced between our 2024 exhibition and now,” she said.
“Some artists have referenced time directly through clocks, calendars and changing landscapes, while others have explored the time taken to create their pieces.”
One standout work records a full year of daily temperatures through coloured stitching, with each stitch representing a different temperature reading, demonstrating the patience and detail that underpin many of the exhibition's creations.
Liminal Shift: About Time remains on display at the TYTO Regional Art Gallery until Saturday, 27th June.
With the Ingham Show fast approaching, organisers are encouraging residents to start planning their visit and take advantage of pre-purchased tickets and passes ahead of the popular annual event.
From Monday, 8th June, the Ingham Show office will begin selling Family Passes, two-day Pensioner Passes and pre-sale ride tickets, giving visitors the opportunity to organise their show experience before arriving at the gates.
For those who prefer to purchase online, tickets will also be available through TryBooking in the lead-up to the event.
Exhibitors are reminded that entry forms can be found in the back of the relevant show schedules, while copies are also available via the Ingham Show website. Completed entries, including the colouring competition submissions, can be lodged with the Show Office before the respective closing dates and judging periods.
To assist exhibitors and visitors, the Secretary's Office at the Ingham Showgrounds will operate extended hours throughout June:
Monday, 8th June to Friday, 12th June – 9:00am to 4:30pm
Monday, 15th June to Friday, 19th June – 8:30am to 5:00pm
Monday, 22nd June to Wednesday, 24th June – 8:00am to 5:30pm
Thursday, 25th June – Show Entries only (no ticket sales)
Organisers are encouraging the community to keep an eye on official Ingham Show updates for further information as preparations for this fantastic family event continues.
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