Mark 10th Birdlife Art Awards More than 280 people gathered to celebrate Hinchinbrook Shire Council’s 10th Birdlife Art Awards at the TYTO Regional Art Gallery on Friday night, 1 August 2025. This milestone event continues to honour the rich birdlife of the Hinchinbrook region through the eyes of talented artists from across Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria. It features an impressive 106 entries across various mediums, including drawing, painting, photography, sculpture, and m
Read the full storySporting and recreation clubs across North and Far North Queensland impacted by early 2025’s severe flooding can now apply for a share in a $30 million funding package to help repair and rebuild their facilities. The Sport and Recreation Recovery Program (SRRG) — a joint initiative by the Albanese and Crisafulli Governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) — offers up to $1 million per facility for eligible not-for-profit sport and racing clubs, as well as local cou
Read the full storyLocally loved artist, Katie Louise, has graced the region once again, painting a beautiful mural on the wall of the infamous Frosty Mango building located 40km South of Ingham along the mighty Bruce Highway. Hailing from Townsville, Katie’s paint brushes have coloured many surfaces across North Queensland where she has artistically captured the unique qualities of several communities including the Atherton Tablelands, Charters Towers, and now Cardwell. Katie’s recent piece within the shi
Read the full storyFormer players, supporters, and families reunited in Ingham over the weekend of 18–19 July 2025 to celebrate the 55-year-long legacy of the Wallaman Rugby League Club, with attendees travelling from across Western Australia, Victoria, New South Wales and all corners of Queensland. Though no longer active, the Wallaman club holds a proud place in local sporting history. Formed in 1970 under challenging circumstances, the club faced early struggles just getting a team on the field. With determina
Read the full storyThe Cardwell RSL Sub Branch hosted a memorable cheque presentation ceremony on Sunday the 27th of July, marking yet another act of generosity from the organisation. The latest donation ensures the Sub Branch will receive an invitation to the Over 65’s Lions Christmas Party later this year, an exciting event all members are eager to attend.
So far in 2025, Cardwell RSL has donated more than $13,000 to various community organisations, including local schools, the Coast Guard, and other non-profits.
Much of the funding for these donations comes from the Sub Branch’s popular Sunday BBQ and buffet lunches. At just $10 per person, the spread which includes a wide variety of fresh salads—continues to draw crowds, with 66 diners attending last weekend alone.
The ongoing success of these community lunches is thanks to the dedication of Cardwell RSL’s volunteers. From manning the BBQ and kitchen to running the bar, the volunteer team keeps operations running smoothly each week.
Their hard work not only feeds the community but helps fund vital local projects, proving once again that when a community comes together, everyone benefits.