Carina Chesson Receives Queensland Day Award We all know it’s the people who make Queensland truly legendary. And when disaster strikes, it’s often the quiet heroes who rise to the challenge without fanfare or fuss. Carina Chesson is one of those heroes. Recognised as one of this year’s Queensland Day's five Local Legends, Carina showed what it means to step up for your community when it needs you most. From heart to hand, her actions during the devastating February floods in Ingham proved that
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Bull Arab X Vivacious Vixen is a bundle of joy just waiting to bring some serious sparkle to the right home. This gorgeous girl has been in care for over 500 days and is bursting with love, loyalty and playful spirit. With a big, beaming smile and a tail that never stops wagging, Vixen thrives on long daily runs, a spacious yard and plenty of attention from her people. While she loves to stretch her legs and let loose on outdoor adventures, Vixen also treasures the quiet moments like cooling o
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For Prestigious Queensland Training Award Seventeen-year-old Sophie Johnson is making waves in the healthcare sector, earning recognition as a finalist in the 2025 Queensland Training Awards. A student at Gilroy Santa Maria College, Sophie is one of only three contenders shortlisted in the School-based Apprentice or Trainee of the Year category for the North Queensland region - an impressive feat given that more than 750 applications were received statewide. Sophie is the first school-based tr
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Read the full storyEvandah Bann has cemented his place as Australia’s 'Fastest Man On Sand' after clinching the gold medal in the U19 male beach sprint at the 2025 Australian Surf Life Saving Championships. For Evandah, this was a victory and a thrilling triumph that capped off a remarkable season and years of training progression. The gold is just the latest milestone in his rapidly growing career. But it’s not just individual glory—Evandah’s spirit shines through in the team challenge, where his dedication helped propel the U19 relay team onto the winner's podium as well.
Evandah Bann has firmly established himself in the Forrest Beach S.L.S.C's history books by bringing home numerous medals back to North Queensland after competing in The 2025 Australian Surf Life Saving Championships. Evandah has competed before but this year he truly earned the title 'The Fastest Man On Sand'.
In a nail-biting finish, the crowd cheered as Evandah powered through to claim gold. Edging out his competitors in the U19 male beach sprint with a perfect combination of speed, technique, and raw determination, his victory is not just a reflection of his natural talent but also of the hard work and dedication that have been the hallmarks of his training. This gold medal is a crowning achievement in a season that has already seen Evandah rise through the ranks of Australian beach sprinting.
It is a testament to his unwavering commitment to the occupation that keeps many beach-goers safe, and the countless hours of preparation he has put in. But beyond his individual glory, Evandah’s impact is felt within his team. As a key player in the U19 beach relay team, Evandah was also part of a team that secured a silver medal finish. Having achieved the same position last year, this marks Evandah third national silver in the relay, alongside Jared, who also earned his third, and newcomers Rawiri and Mike, who stepped up onto the national podium for the first time.
Under the guidance of coach Lenny, Evandah and the team’s achievement is a reflection of years of hard work and belief in one another. Lenny, who has long been a fixture at Forrest Beach, has instilled a sense of community and resilience in his athletes, guiding them not just to medals, but to personal excellence.
For Evandah Bann, the gold medal in the beach sprint and the silver in the relay represent not just a victory, but the culmination of a team and community effort that highlights the strength and support behind his rise to the top.
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