No, It's Rally Racers! By Victoria Velton Chris and Tracey Castles have taken to the skies on a 26-day, 10,500-kilometre journey as part of the Royal Flying Doctor Service Outback Air Race 2025. Flying under the banner of Team 15 – Rookies, the pair are navigating their fire engine red A32 Vixxen through some of Australia’s most remote regions in a rally that is less about speed and more about navigation, timing, and precision. Their mission is twofold: to embrace the adventure
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The renowned Thorsborne Trail on Hinchinbrook Island (Munamudanamy) is receiving a significant upgrade, with works currently underway to enhance visitor experience while preserving the island’s unique natural and cultural values. Led by the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service, the project is being delivered in close collaboration with Bandjin and Girramay Traditional Owners. The aim is to improve infrastructure along the 32-kilometre trail without compromising the remote and pristine characte
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All around the Shire, and Australia, Vietnam Veterans' Day was commemorated in remembrance of the Battle of Long Tan and other Australian operations in the Vietnam War. “Vietnam Veterans Day holds profound importance in Australia's national consciousness. It is not merely a day etched into the calendar, but a moment of collective reflection, a time to pay tribute to those who served to acknowledge the complexity of their experiences and to ensure their sacrifices are never forgotten.” “The sto
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The Lions Club of Ingham is once again proud to present the annual Ingham Sportstar Awards, celebrating the outstanding sporting achievements and contributions of local athletes, teams, and volunteers. Nominations are now open, and the Club is calling on the community to help shine a spotlight on Hinchinbrook’s sporting heroes. The awards recognise achievements from 1st September 2024 through to the nomination closing date, and all nominees must be Hinchinbrook residents or represent a local sp
Read the full storyHinchinbrook Shire Council is excited to announce the winners of the 46th Hinchinbrook Art Awards People's Choice Award, generously sponsored by Frosty Mango. This year's award is shared by two deserving artists: Joanne Bingham, for her drawing "Evening Light", which depicts a horse peacefully grazing, and Pete Marshall, for "Leopard Lazy", an artwork capturing the essence of wildlife. Both pieces received the highest number of votes from art enthusiasts and visitors to the TYTO Regional Art Gallery.
Congratulations to both Joanne and Pete for their outstanding achievements!
Council would also like to extend sincere thanks to all the talented artists who participated in this year's awards. Your contributions have truly enriched the local arts scene and helped make the 46th Hinchinbrook Art Awards a memorable event.
The 46th Hinchinbrook Art Awards celebrated artistic excellence across various media, providing a platform for emerging and established artists to showcase their creativity. This annual event continues to be a highlight of the region's cultural calendar, enriching the local arts scene.
Visitors to the TYTO Regional Art Gallery were invited to vote for their favourite artwork in the People's Choice category from Friday 8 November to Friday 20 December 2024. Council thanks all the art enthusiasts who participated in this year's voting.
Council also extends sincere gratitude to sponsors and local businesses whose generous support makes the Hinchinbrook Art Awards possible. Your contribution is vital to the continued success of the arts in our community.
For further information regarding the upcoming exhibitions, please visit the TYTO Regional Art Gallery website, Exhibitions page.
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