Tasman Turtle Picnic Day Shire Success Scores of locals and travellers flocked to TYTO Wetlands as Tasman Turtle returned with craft, food, activities, and family fun. With a rock climbing wall, circus acts, laser tag, pony rides, and a petting zoo, there was something for everyone. Music filled the air, even getting Tasman dancing, and the park buzzed from start to finish. Faces were covered with ice cream and fairy floss, but most importantly big smiles. Deputy Mayor Mary Brown happily remark
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Two respected members of the Hinchinbrook region have been named in the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours, receiving national recognition for their dedication to the community and their service over many years. Patrick Brown, Officer in Charge at the Ingham Ambulance Station, has been awarded the Ambulance Service Medal, one of the highest honours available to an Australian paramedic. With 46 years of experience, most of it in rural and regional Queensland, Mr Brown has long been regarded as a stea
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By Victoria Velton In the quiet coastal town of Taylor’s Beach, Jayden McNeill is solving more than just colorful puzzles; he’s solved his way to global recognition. A Rubik’s Cube champion with international acclaim, McNeill’s story is one of perseverance, precision, and passion. It all started when a seven-year-old Jayden received a Rubik’s Cube for Christmas. Like many, he shelved it after failing to solve it. But years later, inspired by classmates in high school, he revisited the cube and
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A Tool For Real-World Readiness When most people hear “LARPing” (Live Action Role-Playing), images of medieval knights and fantasy creatures might spring to mind. But for a growing community in Townsville, LARPing has evolved far beyond weekend cosplay, it’s becoming a valuable tool for real-world training and personal growth. The newly launched Townsville chapter of Swordcraft, Australia’s largest medieval battle and role-playing game, brings enthusiasts together every fortnight. What began as
Read the full storyMick’s Bread Kitchen has expressed a heartfelt thank you to the many individuals and organisations that stepped up to support them during the recent floods.
The Mick’s Bread Kitchen team were truly humbled by everyone that helped out during the floods and took to Facebook to broadcast their thanks.
Among those who provided crucial assistance was JW Org, which generously donated flour to keep the bakery in operation. Coffee Presto also stepped in, supplying coffee and syrups to help the team stay energised.
The importance of cold storage was addressed by Meals on Wheels crew, with Keith and Rita Phillips offering the use of their cold room, while the Lions Club provided a mobile cold room. Lahtinen Electrical also played a key role in getting the business back up and running with prompt and professional service.
Local generosity extended beyond the bakery doors, with Holly Sheahan bringing paying it forward coffee. Tropical VW Air Townsville Volkfest provided bread vouchers for the public. Meanwhile, Jess Gilmour and Chris DeLuca assisted with errands and groceries, ensuring the team could continue their work.
Outside of the bakery, Eryn McCulloch took on the responsibility of caring for Mick’s Bread Kitchen owners’ horses while they were cut off due to floodwaters.
Mick’s Bread Kitchen also added a thank you to their loyal customers and they feel grateful to be in this Hinchinbrook community.
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