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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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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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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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
Read the full storyCardwell truly showed its big blue heart on Do It For Dolly Day 2025, coming together to spread awareness and support Dolly’s Dream. Robyn Smith of Ob La Di summed it up perfectly, “Cardwell spread a lot of kindness and awareness on Friday. The donation jars were just overflowing with their kindness.”
The community set out with a fundraising goal of $1,000 but exceeded expectations by raising over $2,000! An incredible achievement for everyone across town who helped out; from donation jars, raffles, and hosting fundraisers, making it clear that Cardwell cares.
A huge thank you to all the participating businesses, including Cardwell Op Shop, Cardwell Beachcombers Restaurant, The Aroma Van, Adrift Cafe, Terry & Mamiko’s, Cardwell Country Club, Ob la di, Seabreeze Cafe Lounge, and the Community Bank Cardwell & District. Special thanks also to Cardwell Parkrun and businesses like Sola the Salon and Hinchinbrook Real Estate for decorating in blue to support the cause.
Cardwell State School students from prep to year 6 paraded proudly, joined by students from Kennedy State School and children from Cardwell Early Learning. The day was filled with thoughtful messages and lessons about the power of kindness. Mrs. Wilks and other dedicated staff made sure the students had a fantastic day, emphasising that words matter and that kindness counts.
Thank you, Cardwell, for raising money for Dolly's Dream and the fight against youth bullying. Together, you all made a difference.
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