Event Guide | 23 September 2025

Tuesday 23 September

Free Tennis Coaching
8:30am - 11:30am at the Ingham Tennis Courts.
Get active and give tennis a go these school holidays! Open to ages 5�E��E�E���E��E13, with fun skills development and games led by a fully qualified coach. Racquets are available if you don�E��E�E���E��Et have your own. 2nd Session on Tuesday 30 September. Call Coach Tom Casey on 0413 199 702 to register your interest.

Hinchinbrook Stitchers, Social Sewing Group
9:00am - 3:00pm at Victoria Mill Social Club Hall, Ingham.
Quilting, crocette, knitting and sewing, all crafts are enjoyed at at this club! Bring whatever you need and your own lunch and refreshments for a lovely day of being creative. Contact Jackie for further detials on: 04 2771 7605.

Henri Matisse Collage Art Workshop
9:00am �E��E�E���E��E 10:30am at the TYTO Conference Centre, 73�E��E�E���E��E75 McIlwraith Street, Ingham.
Step into the colourful world of Henri Matisse in this creative, hands-on workshop for ages 8�E��E�E���E��E12. Participants will experiment with vibrant collage techniques, expressive shapes, and single-line portraits to create their own layered artworks. All materials are provided. Cost $20 pp,  tickets: www.hinchinbrooktickets.com.au

Enjoy games of canasta among other card games with your fellow card players! Please call Desley to register your interest: 07 4776 1822.

Thursday 25 September

She Hoops �E��E�E���E��E Basketball Clinic
9:00am �E��E�E���E��E 10:30am  at Ingham State High School Auditorium, 12 Menzies Street, Ingham.
Join basketball legends Lauren Jackson and Tess Madgen for this exciting She Hoops clinic, delivered as part of the WNBL Townsville Tip-Off. Young athletes will learn skills, build confidence, and be inspired by two of Australia�E��E�E���E��Es greatest players. Register through the Hinchibrook Shire Events Calendar online.

A fun-filled learning session, which incorporates stories, songs and rhymes aimed at children 0�E��E�E���E��E5 years of age. Each session caregivers will have the opportunity to ask questions or discuss concerns with a Queensland Health Clinical Nurse.

Seniors Morning Coffee Club
9:30am - 11:30am at Conroy Hall, 41 McIlwraith St, Ingham.
Offering lovely morning tea, games, trivia, prizes, and can pick you up from your residence if required depending on your address. Currently doing bus pick-ups to Halifax and around Ingham. We charge a cover fee of $5pp. which goes towards morning tea. To register your interest and RSVP, please contact Desley at: 07 4776 1822

Services Australia�E��E�E���E��Es Community Connections
10:30am �E��E�E���E��E 2:30pm at the Hinchinbrook Shire Library, 73 McIlwraith Street, Ingham.
Join Naomi Stanley from Services Australia for an informative session on training and career pathways, Defence Force training opportunities, and payment services including Child Care and Youth Allowances. This is a chance to connect, ask questions, and learn how Services Australia supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities through education, employment, and financial assistance.

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

Marine Radio Licence Course
8:15am �E��E�E���E��E 3:15pm, Lucinda Base, 19 Patterson Parade, Lucinda
A one-day course covering LROCP for HF and SROCP for VHF marine radios. A legal requirement for anyone using a marine radio on board. Hosted by Lucinda Coast Guard, this course includes theory, practical skills, and certification. Bring your own lunch, tea and coffee provided. Bookings essential, call Rex on 0439 079 922.

From 2:00pm at Riverview Park, behind the Spar, Halifax.
Enjoy live music, food trucks, a bar, kids�E��E�E���E��E entertainment and market stalls at this brand-new community festival. Local artists and performers will showcase their talents, with games, workshops and activities for families, plus a car and bike show for motoring fans. Disaster preparation teams will also be on hand to share valuable advice ahead of the wet season. You can camp via bookings, and market stall sites are available for $10 (insurance required). Contact Halifax Progress and Tourism Association for more details by email: halifaxprogressassoc1@outlook.com

Forrest Beach Markets
8:00am �E��E�E���E��E 12:00pm at Corbett Park, Forrest Beach.
Come and enjoy a relaxed market by the sea. Browse a huge variety of stalls with great gifts, local goods, and yummy treats. Enjoy a BBQ breakfast or brunch, live music, giveaways, and fun games for the kids. Wiggle your toes in the sand, let the kids play in the park, and soak up the sunshine! For stallholder enquiries, call Ian Tutin on: 0488 295 088 or phone: 0437 297 370.

Chat Room
9:30am �E��E�E���E��E 10:30am at the Community Support Centre, 52 McIlwraith St, Ingham.
A social group for like-minded adults who wouldlike to gather, socialise and enjoy a chat with their coffee. No need to sign up, just drop in and have a cuppa!

This crafty event is free and materials will mostly be provided. However on occasion, depending on the activity, members will be asked to bring consumables. Please contact Desley, Shannen or Mei at: 4776 1822.

Free Tennis Coaching
8:30am - 11:30am at the Ingham Tennis Courts.
Get active and give tennis a go these school holidays! Open to ages 5�E��E�E���E��E13, with fun skills development and games led by a fully qualified coach. Racquets are available if you don�E��E�E���E��Et have your own. Call Coach Tom Casey on 0413 199 702 to register your interest.

Join local author Amy Aquilini for an engaging conversation about her literary journey, inspirations, and recent publications. This relaxed session offers a chance to connect with Amy and explore the stories and culture of North Queensland that inspire her work.

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