TOP NEWS

Yeah Baby! 50 New Babies Welcomed Into The Community

The Tyto Conference Centre was filled with joy, pride, and absolute cuteness overload on Saturday May 17, as Hinchinbrook celebrated its annual Baby Welcome Ceremony. Held in the beautiful wetlands, the event marked a record turnout, with 50 newborns officially welcomed into the community. Mayor of Hinchinbrook, Ramon Jayo, expressed his delight at the overwhelming participation, saying, "It's amazing to see, we normally have in 30-40 but today we have 50 babies to welcome. We are very pleased

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The Remarkable Lives of Harry Berger & Stephanie Hubinger

by Victoria Velton Harry Berger and Stephanie Hubinger’s lives are deeply intertwined with their hometown. From their humble beginnings to their impactful roles in the region, their story is one of dedication, resilience, and community spirit. Harry Berger, originally from Western Australia, arrived in the area in 1959 as part of his military service with the Army’s Survey Corps. His work in surveying and mapping was vital for opening up the region. Harry’s team played a pivotal role in recordi

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The Today Show Shines A Spotlight On Lucinda

Lucinda recently found itself in the national spotlight as the Today Show rolled into town as part of their regional roadshow. Host Tim Davies and his crew brought a vibrant energy to the community, showcasing the unique charm and warmth that Lucinda and the surrounding areas have to offer. For Tim Davies, it was a welcome return to a place he holds dear. "It's my second time here, and it's been so good to come back and experience the lifestyle here," he said. "It's been great being in the regi

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ONE WEEK TO GO! The Canegrowers Herbert River Link2Country Expo

The countdown is on! The highly anticipated Link2Country Expo, presented by CANEGROWERS, is just around the corner, making its debut on May 23rd and 24th at the Ingham Showgrounds. This action-packed, two-day event is set to bring the agricultural sector to life, connecting local communities to hands-on experiences, career opportunities, and much more. With just a week to go, excitement is building as preparations for the event come to a close. The expo will feature trade stalls hosted by indus

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Card Games & Cent Sales For A Cause

May 20, 2025

The Halifax branch of the Queensland Country Women’s Association (QCWA) will join forces with the Ingham Leukaemia Foundation to host a fun-filled afternoon of Hoy and Cent Sale fundraising on Saturday the 24th of May.

Held at the Halifax CWA Hall, the event will begin with a 12:30pm arrival for a 1:30pm start and locals are encouraged to come along for an afternoon of laughter, prizes, and connection all for a great cause.

Attendees can look forward to a variety of activities including lucky door prizes, raffles, hoy games, and a cent sale, with plenty of exciting items up for grabs, and to sweeten the deal, guests will also be treated to a delicious afternoon tea.

The event will raise vital funds for the Ingham Leukaemia Foundation to support local individuals and families affected by leukaemia and other blood cancers and exists as one of the several Halifax QCWA run fundraising events on the 2025 calendar.

Whether you're a card shark or just in it for the cake, everyone is welcome to come along and support this heartfelt community initiative. For more information, please contact the Halifax QCWA branch on 07 3026 1219.

WHAT: Hoy & Cent Sale for the Leukaemia Foundation.
WHEN: Saturday, May 24th from 12:30.
WHERE: Halifax CWA Hall, 6-8 Rupp St, Halifax.

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