Local Students Compete In Hydrogen Grand Prix World Final In Germany Five talented students from Gilroy Santa Maria College in Ingham are trading the tropics for Germany as they compete in the Hydrogen Grand Prix (H2GP) World Final in Chemnitz. Known as the Gilroy Velocity Raptors, this Year 7–9 team earned global recognition after dominating the North Queensland Finals with a record-breaking 387 laps. In their first year—and as the youngest team competing—they’ve turned a lunchtime STEM club i
Read the full storyAll 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
Read the full storyThe 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 storyFamilies seeking a nurturing and enriching beginning to their child’s education are invited to enrol for Prep 2026 at St Peter’s Catholic School, Halifax. The school offers a warm and caring environment where each child is valued and supported to thrive academically, socially, and spiritually. With small class sizes and a qualified, experienced early years teacher, St Peter’s ensures every student receives personalised attention and one-on-one support tailored to their unique needs. Teaching pr
Read the full storyDawn Service - Ingham
4:15am the DAWN PARADE will assemble at Mafeking Tree, opposite the Police Station. At the service conclusion all those attending are invited to the RSL Club for breakfast.
RSL Remembrance Ceremony - Ingham
6:00am a ceremony will be conducted at the Ingham War Cemetery by the Herbert River Sub-branch of the Returned Service League of Australia.
Commemoration Ceremony - Forrest Beach
7:00am a commemoration ceremony will be conducted at the Forrest Beach Memorial.
Parade and Commemoration Ceremony - Halifax
8:00am Schools and local organisations are invited to march, starting at Halifax State School. the Parade will commence at 8:05 and march to the Lions Clock and back.
Parade and Commemoration Ceremony - Ingham
9:20am Schools and local organisations are invited to participate, assembling in Rotary Park adjacent to Honeycombs Sales & Services. Marching in the northern lane of Herbert St, to Palm Tce, to the Cenotaph where the commemoration ceremony will follow. Wreaths are to be placed on the Cenotaph, and the Last Post and Reveille will be sounded.