This year's ANZAC Day saw hundreds turn out to remember the efforts of Australia and New Zealand's great service men and women. Veterans, schools, clubs and businesses poured into the streets to march in grand parades, and packed in close to attend services held across the Hinchinbrook Shire. Beautiful wreaths were lain and the bugles mournful tones echoed across respectful silences as flags were lowered to half mast. A gunfire breakfast, coffee and traditional ANZAC biscuits kept everyone going
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Allan Colquhoun grew up in Sydney, but his life has taken him far beyond the city limits. In his youth, he worked with a station owner named Bob, whose property combined dairy and sheep farming with a focus on Jersey bulls and cows. One vivid memory that’s stayed with him is of Bob chasing down a bull meant for butchering on his stock horse —a beast that, to Allan’s amazement, climbed over the holding fence one hoof at a time to escape. Allan spent most of his working life as a coastal travelle
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Hinchinbrook Chamber of Commerce, Industry & Tourism held their monthly Coffee Connect last week, being hosted by local business Wild Local. There was a very strong attendance at this event, with Federal Member for Kennedy Bob Katter and KAP Senate candidate, Robbie Lyon. Rebecca and Dom Zaghini provided a delicious light snacks and gave the audience an overview of their business journey from inception to their current location, the diverse range of products they provide and some insight into t
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Over the weekend, the Ingham Kennel Club hosted six rounds of dog shows, featuring judges from across Australia who rotated to ensure fair and balanced competition. Dogs were entered into one of seven group categories, with the Toy Group attracting the largest number of entries. Sunday's shows saw the Italian Greyhound emerge as a standout, making up 20 of the 170 total entries across the weekend. Unique and rarely seen breeds like the Xoloitzcuintli and Briard added excitement to the event, of
Read the full storyThe barramundi fishing season in Queensland officially opens on the 1st of February each year, following a seasonal closure from November 1st through to February 1st.
This closure is vital for the protection of the species as it occurs during the critical spawning period, allowing barramundi to reproduce without the added pressure of fishing activity. During this time, the fish are able to spawn and strengthen their population, helping to ensure that barramundi numbers remain healthy and sustainable for years to come.
This seasonal closure plays a pivotal role in the long-term conservation efforts of barramundi. It not only supports the fish during their most vulnerable period but also helps to safeguard the future of barramundi fishing in Queensland. The decision to close the season during spawning times ensures that the fish can reproduce successfully, which is essential for maintaining a healthy and thriving population.
For anglers who are eager to fish for barramundi once the season opens, it is essential to adhere to the regulations in place. The minimum legal size for barramundi is 58 cm, and the maximum size is capped at 120 cm.
In addition to size regulations, there are also possession limits in place to help prevent overfishing and maintain sustainable practices. Each person is permitted to possess a maximum of five barramundi, with a boat limit of 10 fish if there are two or more anglers on board.
By respecting the seasonal closures and abiding by the size and possession limits, anglers play an important role in ensuring the ongoing health of Queensland's barramundi populations.
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