Flags Raised In NAIDOC Tribute On 22 July 2025, a flag-raising ceremony marked a meaningful NAIDOC Week in Hinchinbrook. Community members gathered at the Hinchinbrook Shire Hall in Ingham, led by Deputy Mayor Mary Brown and Traditional Owners, together, they proudly raised the flags in recognition of the Warrgamay, Nywaigi and Bandjin peoples — Traditional Custodians of the Hinchinbrook region. With around 70 people in attendance, the event offered a moment to reflect on this year’s NAID
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A peloton of dedicated cyclists rode through the Hinchinbrook Shire last week as part of the mighty Townsville to Cairns Bike Ride; an initiative established to make a difference in the lives of children affected by cancer. Held annually, the Townsville to Cairns Bike Ride raises both valuable awareness and funds for the Children’s Cancer Institute to support comprehensive efforts focused on preventing and treating childhood cancer. The Townsville to Cairns Bike Ride was founded in 1999 by Sel
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On Saturday, the 26th of July, the Junior division of the Ingham Theatre Group debut in their first matinee. After 10 weeks of work-shopping improvisations, theatre sports, performance technique, stage craft, and most importantly fun and friendship, the Juniors stepped up and performed the wondrous adventure that was 'Princesses of a Feather'. Together, the cursed princesses-turned-birds, defeated the evil knight Sir Glimmerpants with the help of Charlie Cowgirl Cat In A Cape, while t
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On Thursday 10 July, the Cardwell RSL became a vital hub of information and support as more than 35 residents and service representatives gathered for the Cardwell Community Rebuild Info Session. Organised by Centacare FNQ, the evening brought together key organisations supporting North Queenslanders affected by the 2025 floods and now in the rebuilding phase. The session was hosted in partnership with Centacare’s Disaster Recovery and Resilience Hub, the Queensland Building and Construction Co
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As someone who’s passionate about sports, I have to admit — Rugby League isn’t my number one sport - I am more of a Rugby Union kind of guy, but please do not hold that against me! While I may not share the same deep connection to 'League' as many Queenslanders, I still make sure to watch the State of Origin every year and, of course, support the Maroons.
This weekend, I’ll be heading to Townsville to watch the Cowboys play. I know they’ve been having a tough season, but I’m hopeful that the home crowd can give them the boost they need to secure their first win.
Although rugby league isn’t my primary interest, I do follow other sports, particularly football (or soccer, as some call it). My team, Newcastle United, just won a trophy after 70 years, and I can’t tell you how exciting it was to wake up at 2am to watch the match. It was definitely worth it!
On the local sports front, I received an update from Councillor Mark Spina this week about two local boys who competed in the ABCRA National Finals in Tamworth earlier this year. You can read all about their achievements on the back cover and on page 27. It’s always great to see our community’s talent shining on a bigger stage.
With the sports season now underway, I’m excited to expand the sports section in the paper. It’s going to be fantastic to include local sports results, photos, and stories of our community members doing what they love.
And here's the best part—if you're part of a local sporting club, we’d love to hear from you! Just send us a 250-word report by 9am Monday morning, and we’ll publish it for free in that week’s edition.
I look forward to hearing from you!
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