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 storyGood news for the Dungeness and Lucinda community with the completion of Stage 1 renovations at the Channel Inn, marked by the much-anticipated re-opening of the Channel Inn Shop. A sister business to the locally owned Lucinda Store, run by the Fortini family, the shop’s return is a modest yet meaningful boost for locals, day-trippers, and visitors passing through on their way to the boat ramp.
The shop is now more spacious and better stocked, offering a range of goods designed to meet the needs of both the local community and those heading out on the water. You'll find boating essentials such as life jackets, flares, anchors, winch handles, ratchet straps, bait, crab pots and fishing tackle, alongside everyday conveniences like grocery essentials, cold drinks, barista-made coffee, and grab-and-go food including hotbox items, fresh sandwiches, ready-made antipasto platters and deli goods.
To make meal planning easier for those staying in the area, enjoy a handy range of house-made frozen pizzas, ravioli, frozen seafood, and locally sourced meat from Chiesa Butchers. There’s also a large walk-in bottleshop fridge to quench that traveller’s thirst!
The Channel Inn Shop also provides 24-hour access to fuel bowsers and bags of ice. With regular store trading hours of 6am to 6pm, they offer early access for early risers and boaties getting a head start on the day.
The Fortini family’s continued investment in Lucinda and Dungeness reflects their deep, local ties and quiet commitment to keeping the essentials close to home. This re-opening is just the beginning of a bigger plan for the Channel Inn, and locals are already excited for what’s still to come but for now, it’s great to see the lights back on at the Channel Inn Shop.
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