Flags Raised In NAIDOC Tribute On 22 July 2025, a flag-raising ceremony marked a meaningful NAIDOC Week in Hinchinbrook. Community members gathered at the Hinchinbrook Shire Hall in Ingham, led by Deputy Mayor Mary Brown and Traditional Owners, together, they proudly raised the flags in recognition of the Warrgamay, Nywaigi and Bandjin peoples — Traditional Custodians of the Hinchinbrook region. With around 70 people in attendance, the event offered a moment to reflect on this year’s NAID
Read the full storyA peloton of dedicated cyclists rode through the Hinchinbrook Shire last week as part of the mighty Townsville to Cairns Bike Ride; an initiative established to make a difference in the lives of children affected by cancer. Held annually, the Townsville to Cairns Bike Ride raises both valuable awareness and funds for the Children’s Cancer Institute to support comprehensive efforts focused on preventing and treating childhood cancer. The Townsville to Cairns Bike Ride was founded in 1999 by Sel
Read the full storyOn Saturday, the 26th of July, the Junior division of the Ingham Theatre Group debut in their first matinee. After 10 weeks of work-shopping improvisations, theatre sports, performance technique, stage craft, and most importantly fun and friendship, the Juniors stepped up and performed the wondrous adventure that was 'Princesses of a Feather'. Together, the cursed princesses-turned-birds, defeated the evil knight Sir Glimmerpants with the help of Charlie Cowgirl Cat In A Cape, while t
Read the full storyOn Thursday 10 July, the Cardwell RSL became a vital hub of information and support as more than 35 residents and service representatives gathered for the Cardwell Community Rebuild Info Session. Organised by Centacare FNQ, the evening brought together key organisations supporting North Queenslanders affected by the 2025 floods and now in the rebuilding phase. The session was hosted in partnership with Centacare’s Disaster Recovery and Resilience Hub, the Queensland Building and Construction Co
Read the full storyIngham's Kingdom Boxing Gym's dynamic trio made sure they left their mark on the 2025 Sunstate League Golden Gloves held in Townsville last weekend, taking home many gold medals in their divisions.
Kelcee Robino picked up a gold medal in the senior female 60kg division and stepped up to also claim a gold medal in the female 65kg division.
Spencer Riys earned a gold medal in the junior 60kg division and went on to fight it out for a bronze medal in the junior 63.5kg division.
Grant Martin dominated for a gold medal in the junior 71kg division.
On behalf of myself and the Kingdom Boxing family, we would like to say a big well done to all the boxers, trainers, parents, and officials who selflessly give up their time to make events like this possible. You can’t put a price on what these individuals do for the positive development of our young athletes. Well done to all!
Contributed with thanks by Sophie, Secretary of the Kingdom Boxing Gym