Community Day last Thursday brought together everyone from juniors to seniors, and a few firemen, to enjoy the formal re-opening of the community facilities at TYTO. There was story time and robotics, along with computer classes and colouring. The cake was cut and councillors and community alike enjoyed the sweetness of jovial conversations among the stacks of the beloved library.
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The countdown is officially on for the biggest race day in the Herbert River as the 2025 Ingham Gold Cup is set to thunder into the Probert Street track this Saturday, the 12th of July! This popular 18+ event promises a full day of local racing action, fashion, food, and fun. With only a few days to go, preparations are in full swing, and the weather has been picture-perfect – setting the stage for another fantastic Ingham Gold Cup. Gates open at 11am, and racegoers are encouraged to pre-purch
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First Deaths to Johnstone Division Records show that the first death in Cardwell was on 7th March 1864, and the first burial in the cemetery was that of a six-month-old female child later in 1864. The first European baby born in Cardwell was George Cardwell Peters, on October 9th 1864, and in 1866 the Province of Cardwell was proclaimed. The telegraph line reached Cardwell in December 1869 after five men lost their lives from Jungle Fever during its construction from Townsville. Cardwell’s first
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Fans of legendary American country rock are in for a real treat when the Kings of Country Rock Tour hits the Lucinda Hotel on Saturday, 13th September 2025. This two-hour stage spectacular is much more than a tribute show. It captures all the sounds, energy and excitement of two of the biggest bands of the 1970s — the Eagles and Creedence Clearwater Revival. Featuring a cast of internationally respected musicians, the show promises a high-energy, crowd-pleasing experience that will have audienc
Read the full storyA New Year – A Time To Reflect And Reassess!
With a New Year commenced, now is the perfect time for business owners to reflect on the year that was and reassess the goals and ambitions for the upcoming year. January 1 represents the halfway point of the financial year and often during this post festive season there is opportunity to ensure the business is tracking as planned or expected.
Certainly 2024 has provided some challenges for the business community both locally and nationally, however there has also been new opportunities emerge in the broader North Queensland area, with announcements regarding major infrastructure projects commencing in the region.
The Hinchinbrook business community has enormous skill capacity that already services the local agricultural and civil sectors. These same skills are in high demand with many regional projects and businesses in the Hinchinbrook Shire well positioned to provide services to a broader external client base.
The lifestyle that Hinchinbrook Shire offers is being discovered by a growing number of new residents and this is also a reason to be hopeful in 2025. For many years the Hinchinbrook Shire has struggled with declining population, however as the tide slowly turns to a more positive trend, this will open the door to new clients to support local businesses. The New Year provides a timely reminder to review the marketing strategy for your business, consider its current effectiveness and whether there is another audience that can be connected with and converted to new clients?
This year Hinchinbrook Chamber of Commerce, industry & Tourism Inc., will be exploring options for delivering workshops that will help each business reach their goals, and support owners on the pathway to success. If you haven’t already considered membership with Chamber, perhaps now is also a good time to explore the benefits of becoming a member?
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