James Cook University (JCU) researchers are calling for urgent government support to protect the spectacled flying-fox from extinction as new and escalating threats push the species closer to the brink. Despite their reputation as noisy and messy neighbours, spectacled flying-foxes play a vital role in the survival of Australia’s rainforests, travelling vast distances to pollinate flowers and spread seeds at levels unmatched by any other species. JCU adjunct associate professor Noel Preece sai
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National Police Remembrance Day Today, the community of Ingham came together to pay tribute to the brave men and women of the Queensland Police Service who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The National Police Remembrance Day Service, held at the Holy Trinity Anglican Church, offered a solemn and poignant moment for reflection, remembrance, and respect. Since 1861, 151 Queensland Police officers have lost their lives while protecting and serving communities across the state.
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Each year, a team of Hinchinbrook Emergency Services Cadets travels to Brisbane to attend the prestigious ESCAPE Week, a program that brings together cadets from across Queensland to experience life at multiple emergency services. This year, three Hinchinbrook cadets participated: two senior cadets attending as leaders and one as a program participant, accompanied by Cadet Coordinator Mark Regazzoli. The week kicked off at Marine Rescue Queensland (MRQ), Bribie Island, where cadets underwent an
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The Hurley Bus Since launching in December last year, the Hurley Bus has already completed more than 400 bookings, providing free transport for elderly, frail, and palliative community members. The service, run entirely by volunteers through the Ingham Palliative Carers Committee, offers a safe, reliable, and compassionate way for people to stay connected and attend important appointments. The eight-seat bus is wheelchair accessible and travels throughout Ingham, the surrounding districts, Card
Read the full storyOn the 15th of January, the Cassowary Coast Regional Council, together with representatives from the Australian and Queensland Governments, officially opened the Port Hinchinbrook (Cardwell) Sewerage Treatment Plant (STP). The event was attended by representatives from all levels of government, including Cassowary Coast Mayor Teresa Millwood, Division 1 Councillor Chris Littlemore, Senator Anthony Chisholm, and Member for Mulgrave Terry James, representing the Deputy Premier.
Nick Dametto MP, Member for Hinchinbrook, praised the collaborative effort behind the project, which addresses significant environmental concerns.
“The STP in Cardwell has been years in the making and is a testament to what can be achieved when all levels of government work together,” Mr. Dametto said.
“Before this, untreated sewage overflowed into the Great Barrier Reef, an issue no government could ignore.”
The $19.3 million project, delivered on time and on budget by Haslin Constructions, was funded by $6 million from the Federal Government and $13.3 million from the State Government, including a critical $7 million shortfall secured late last year.
Mr. Dametto also thanked the Hon. Bob Katter MP for securing federal funding and residents for their support in lobbying for the project.
“This is a turning point for Port Hinchinbrook,” Mr. Dametto added. “It addresses an environmental crisis, boosts liveability, and supports the region’s growth.”
The completion of the $19.3 million sewerage treatment plant marks a significant milestone in the ongoing development and normalisation of Port Hinchinbrook. This project is the final stage in the normalisation process, addressing the estate's privately owned infrastructure, which includes roads, culverts, and pump stations.
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