Event Guide | 20 January 2026

Tuesday 20 January

Robotics Workshop
10:00am - 11:00am & 1:00pm - 2:00pm, Hinchinbrook Shire Library, 73–75 McIlwraith Street, Ingham.
Dive into the world of robotics and learn how robots work through fun, hands-on activities. This free workshop requires no bookings. For more information, contact the Hinchinbrook Shire Library on 07 4776 4614 or email library@hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au Snap a photo at the event and tag Hinchinbrook Shire Council and State Library of Queensland

Wednesday 21 January

Double Daws Recording Studio
10:00am – 12:00pm, Hinchinbrook Shire Library, 73–75 McIlwraith Street, Ingham.
Learn about recording and music production in this interactive session. This free event requires no bookings. For more information, contact the Hinchinbrook Shire Library on 07 4776 4614 or email library@hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au AND Snap a photo at the event and tag Hinchinbrook Shire Council and State Library of Queensland.

Thursday 22 January

Technology Classes
10:00am – 1:30pm, at the Hinchinbrook Shire Library, 73–75 McIlwraith Street, Ingham.
Want to get more confident with computers, smartphones, tablets, or social media? Free Computer Classes from 10:00am to 11:30am, followed by Technology Classes from 12:00pm to 1:30pm. Bookings are essential, please contact the Library on 07 4776 4600 or email: library@hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au.

First 5 Forever Playtime
10:30am – 11:30am, Hinchinbrook Shire Library, 73–75 McIlwraith Street, Ingham.
A special playtime session for little ones and their caregivers. This free event requires no bookings. For more information, contact the Hinchinbrook Shire Library on 07 4776 4614 or email library@hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au
AND Snap a photo at the event and tag Hinchinbrook Shire Council and State Library of Queensland.

Playtime At The Library
10:30am – 12:00pm at the Hinchinbrook Shire Library, 73–75 McIlwraith St, Ingham.
A fun-filled learning session, which incorporates stories, songs and rhymes aimed at children 0–5 years of age. Each session caregivers will have the opportunity to ask questions or discuss concerns with a Queensland Health Clinical Nurse.

Through My Eyes – David Boucher Exhibition
6:00pm, TYTO Regional Art Gallery, Ingham.
Experience Through My Eyes, a stunning exhibition by David Boucher, a colour-blind artist whose portraits, landscapes, and cityscapes radiate confident use of colour. The exhibition celebrates perspective, resilience, and imagination, showcasing the surprising beauty that emerges when creativity is unbound by limitation. FREE event, book tickets on Hinchinbrooktickets.com.au for catering numbers.

Friday 23 January

2026 Australia Day Awards Ceremony - Cassowary Coast Region
Attend the 2026 Australia Day Awards Ceremony, recognising the outstanding individuals, groups, and organisations who have made exceptional contributions to the Cassowary Coast community. Forming part of the Australia Day long weekend celebrations. Further details about the venue and program will be shared closer to the event date via Council channels.

Summer Reading Club Party
10:30am at Hinchinbrook Shire Library, 73-75 McIlwraith Street, Ingham.
Return all completed Reading Book Logs and enjoy book-themed party fun. Cheer for the winners as prizes, including the Most Read Book Prize and Raffle Ticket Prize, are announced and presented! For more information, email library@hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au or call (07) 4776 4614.

Friendship Bracelet Workshop
12:00pm–1:00pm, Hinchinbrook Shire Library, Ingham.
Get creative at the Friendship Bracelet Workshop at the Hinchinbrook Shire Library. Learn how to make colourful friendship bracelets and take home your own handmade creations. This fun, hands-on activity is perfect for all skill levels. FREE event with no bookings required.

Green Thumbs Club
2:30pm at Community Garden, 100 McIlwraith Street, Ingham.
An afternoon of planting, chatting and getting dirty in the soil. Whether you’re putting seedlings in the ground or just soaking up the fresh air. No experience needed – just bring a smile and maybe a pair of garden gloves. Call the HSCS (07) 4776 1822 for more info!

Beers By The Beach
5pm at the Forrest Beach SLSC, 6 Palm st, Forrest Beach.
Unwide with friends while soaking up ocean views. Bring the kids, there’s a park next door!

Saturday 24 January
International Day of Education

Parkrun
7:00am in Palm Creek, Ingham & The Cardwell foreshore.
A FREE weekly 5k exercising event for participants of all fitness levels, an opportunity for all the local community, regardless of age or gender, to come together and enjoy the outdoors and get physically active. Encouraging people to run, jog, walk and volunteer together!

Artist Talk: Through My Eyes – David Boucher
10:30am, TYTO Regional Art Gallery, Ingham.
Join artist David Boucher for an engaging artist talk exploring Through My Eyes, his remarkable exhibition created entirely through intuition as a completely colourblind artist. Discover the stories behind his striking portraits, landscapes, and cityscapes, and gain insight into his creative process and use of colour. Bookings made at: hinchinbrooktickets.com.au.

Sunday 25 January

Monday 26 January
Public Holiday - Australia Day

2026 Hinchinbrook Shire Australia Day Ceremony
9:00am, Hinchinbrook Shire Hall, Ingham.
Celebrate Australia Day with the 2026 Hinchinbrook Shire ceremony, featuring Australiana entertainment, a citizenship ceremony, the introduction of the Australia Day Ambassador, and the presentation of the 2026 Australia Day Awards. Residents who share their birthday with Australia Day are specially invited to join in the festivities.

Forrest Beach Australia Day Celebrations
9:00am–1:00pm, Progress Park, Forrest Beach.
Join the Forrest Beach community for a fun-filled Australia Day celebration with entertainment for all ages. Enjoy a free sausage sizzle, drinks, and lamingtons with activities like thong throwing for kids, broom tossing for ladies, and shovel throwing for men. Explore market stalls and emergency services demonstrations. Alternative venue at the Community Function Centre on Wattle Street if it rains.

Celebrate Australia Day The Hinchinbrook Way - With A Splash!
11:30am – 4:00pm at the Hinchinbrook Aquatic Centre, 31 McIlwraith Street, Ingham.
Join the community for a FREE Australia Day pool party, perfect for all ages. Enjoy a free sausage sizzle, DJ and bubble machine, craft activities, outdoor games, pool toys, disco prizes, face painting and temporary tattoos. Bring your family and friends and celebrate Australia Day with a splash at the pool.

Tuesday 27 January

Wednesday 28 January

Thursday 29 January

Technology Classes
10:00am – 1:30pm, at the Hinchinbrook Shire Library, 73–75 McIlwraith Street, Ingham.
Want to get more confident with computers, smartphones, tablets, or social media? Free Computer Classes from 10:00am to 11:30am, followed by Technology Classes from 12:00pm to 1:30pm. Bookings are essential, please contact the Library on 07 4776 4600 or email: library@hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au.

Playtime At The Library
10:30am – 12:00pm at the Hinchinbrook Shire Library, 73–75 McIlwraith St, Ingham.
A fun-filled learning session, which incorporates stories, songs and rhymes aimed at children 0–5 years of age. Each session caregivers will have the opportunity to ask questions or discuss concerns with a Queensland Health Clinical Nurse.

Friday 30 January

Green Thumbs Club
2:30pm at Community Garden, 100 McIlwraith Street, Ingham.
An afternoon of planting, chatting and getting dirty in the soil. Whether you’re putting seedlings in the ground or just soaking up the fresh air. No experience needed – just bring a smile and maybe a pair of garden gloves. Call the HSCS (07) 4776 1822 for more info!

Beers By The Beach
5pm at the Forrest Beach SLSC, 6 Palm st, Forrest Beach.
Unwide with friends while soaking up ocean views. Bring the kids, there’s a park next door!

Saturday 31 January

Parkrun
7:00am in Palm Creek, Ingham & The Cardwell foreshore.
A FREE weekly 5k exercising event for participants of all fitness levels, an opportunity for all the local community, regardless of age or gender, to come together and enjoy the outdoors and get physically active. Encouraging people to run, jog, walk and volunteer together!