Event Guide | 28 October 2025

Tuesday 28 October

Cafe Crawl
9:00am – 11:00am, cafe location provided on RSVP.
Join us on a cafe adventure through our community. Come along as we explore the different cafe's we have available to us within our community and have a chat, sip a coffee and a bite to eat. If interested please RSVP with Mei at: 07 4776 1822.

Green Thumbs Club
2:30pm at Community Garden, 100 McIlwraith Street, Ingham.
Join the Green Thumbs for 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, it’s all about community spirit and good vibes. No experience needed – just bring a smile and maybe a pair of garden gloves. Call the HSCS (07) 4776 1822 for more info!

Wednesday 29 October

Morning Melodies: Frankly Sinatra
9:00am – 12:00pm at Hinchinbrook Shire Hall, 25 Lannercost Street, Ingham.
Enjoy a special Morning Melodies performance starring Queensland-born music theatre performer Ian Stenlake and award-winning singer Michelle Fitzmaurice. Doors open at 9:30am for a relaxed morning of live music and entertainment. Tickets at www.hinchinbrooktickets.com.au

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.

Canasta & Cards
1:30pm – 3:30pm at The Centre, 71 Townsville Rd.
Enjoy games of canasta among other card games with your fellow card players! Please call Desley to register your interest: 07 4776 1822.

Halifax Community Shed Meeting
5:00pm at Community Hall, Argaet Street, Halifax.
An open community discussion focusing on disaster preparedness, response, and resilience. These sessions are part of a regional series designed to help residents strengthen their homes, neighbourhoods, and communities ahead of the disaster season. Sessions will also be held in Bambaroo, Abergowrie, Mount Fox, Forrest Beach, Trebonne, Taylors Beach, Macknade, and Ingham.

Social Darts
7:00pm in the Upstairs Area, Brothers Sports and Community Club, Cooper St, Ingham.
Social darts have been back in full swing and the enthusiasm is stronger than ever. Be sure to check in before 7:00pm to join the competition and experience the friendly spirit of the game.

Thursday 30 October

CWA Craft Group
9:00am – 12:00pm at the Forrest Beach CWA Hall, 6 Palm St.
Everyone is welcome to do your own craft or join an organised craft activity. For just $2.00 enjoy the company of other crafters, all levels of experience and craft types welcome! Our gold coin donation library is also open with books aplenty, CDs, DVDs, and puzzles too!

Senior Men's Social Group
9:00am – 12:00pm at HCSC The Centre, 71 Townsville Rd, Ingham.
Are you a man over 60, or 55 if you identify as ATSI, looking for a place to belong, connect and share good times? Meet other men, enjoy meaningful conversations, and participate in fun activities. Please contact Desley at: 4776 1822.

Mummy’s Matter
1:00pm to 2:00pm at The Hub, 100 McIlwraith Street, Ingham.
A welcoming and judgement-free group for mums who may be feeling isolated, vulnerable, or at risk of postnatal depression. Expectant mothers are also encouraged to join. Sessions focus on connection, support and creating a sense of belonging, with children under school age welcome to attend alongside their mums. For more info, contact Shannen at the HCSC on 07 4776 1822.

Mahjong
1:00pm – 3:00pm at The Centre, 71 Townsville Rd.
Join in friendly games of mahjong and test your tile skills with fellow enthusiasts! Please call Desley to register your interest: 07 4776 1822.

Friday 31 October

October 2025 Tea And Trivia
9:30am – 11:30am at TYTO Conference and Events Centre, 73–75 McIlwraith Street, Ingham.
Join in the fun at Council’s Tea and Trivia morning and enjoy a lively mix of trivia, bingo, raffles, and locally baked treats, along with tea and coffee. Tickets are $12 per person and can be purchased from Council’s Main Office. Bookings are essential, with ticket sales closing at 1:00pm Wednesday 29 October 2025 (unless sold out earlier). For more information, phone 4776 4600 or email events@hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au

Beers By The Beach
5pm at the Forrest Beach SLSC, 6 Palm st, Forrest Beach.
The SLSC is a place where everyone can unwind with a cold drink in hand while soaking up ocean views. Nibbles and occasional raffles add to the fun, with prizes like fresh prawns up for grabs. Bring the kids, there’s a park next door, or pop in before your evening beachside stroll. It’s a laid-back evening for everyone to enjoy.

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Saturday 1 November

Park Run
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 on a regular basis to enjoy the outdoors and get physically active. Encouraging people to run, jog, walk and volunteer together!

Mt Fox Markets
11:00am at the Mt Fox camp grounds.
Spend your Saturday browsing through the talents of local stallholders at the Mt Fox Markets! If you’re looking to become a stall holder yourself, contact Brandie on 0477 199 758.

HR Crushers – Derby Day
1:00pm – late, at The Crusher Clubhouse.
Celebrate the race that stops the nation in style at the Crusher Clubhouse’s annual Derby Day. Enjoy all the racing action, music from DJ Westy, delicious finger food, and a lively black-and-white themed atmosphere. Whether you love the horses, the fashion, or the party, don’t miss this iconic event—tickets are limited.

Sunday 2 November

Ingham Raintree Community Markets
8:00am – 12:00pm at Rotary Park, Ingham.
Held under the shade of Ingham’s iconic raintrees in Rotary Park, enjoy crafts, bric-a-brac, tropical plants, and local made treats! All stallholder fees are proudly donated to Palliative Care Ingham, supporting a vital local cause. For more infoor to book a site, please contact Linda on 0436 047 358.

Monday 3 November

Chat Room
9:30am – 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!

Empowering Women Generations XYZ
9:30am to 11:30am at Hinchinbrook Community Support Centre, Ingham.
Designed to support women through connection, confidence and community belonging. Sessions provide opportunities to build skills, improve wellbeing, and access both formal and informal supports in a safe space. Transport assistance is available. For more info or to get involved, contact the HCSC on 4776 1822 or email donna@hcsc.org.au

Creative Corner Craft Group
2:00pm – 3:00pm at The HUB, 100 McIlwraith St, Ingham.
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.

Tuesday 4 November

Mayor’s Christmas Appeal 2025
8:30am Tuesday 4 November – 5:00pm Wednesday 10 December 2025 at Hinchinbrook Shire Council, 25 Lannercost Street, Ingham.
Donate a new toy or non-perishable food item at Council’s Customer Service Centre to support local families in need this Christmas. Contributions go directly to the Hinchinbrook Community Support Centre-, which provides emergency relief, food assistance, counselling, and referral services to vulnerable residents across the region. For more info, phone 4776 4600 or email council@hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au

Cafe Crawl
9:00am – 11:00am, cafe location provided on RSVP.
Join us on a cafe adventure through our community. Come along as we explore the different cafe's we have available to us within our community and have a chat, sip a coffee and a bite to eat. If interested please RSVP with Mei at: 07 4776 1822.

Green Thumbs Club
2:30pm at Community Garden, 100 McIlwraith Street, Ingham.
Join the Green Thumbs for 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, it’s all about community spirit and good vibes. No experience needed – just bring a smile and maybe a pair of garden gloves. Call the HSCS (07) 4776 1822 for more info!

Wednesday 5 November

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.

Canasta & Cards
1:30pm – 3:30pm at The Centre, 71 Townsville Rd.
Enjoy games of canasta among other card games with your fellow card players! Please call Desley to register your interest: 07 4776 1822.

Bambaroo Community Shed Meeting
5:00pm at Bambaroo Rural Fire Station, Bambaroo Road, Bambaroo.
An open community discussion focusing on disaster preparedness, response, and resilience. These sessions are part of a regional series designed to help residents strengthen their homes, neighbourhoods, and communities ahead of the disaster season. Sessions will also be held in Abergowrie, Mount Fox, Forrest Beach, Trebonne, Taylors Beach, Macknade, and Ingham.

Social Darts
7:00pm in the Upstairs Area, Brothers Sports and Community Club, Cooper St, Ingham.
Social darts have been back in full swing and the enthusiasm is stronger than ever. Be sure to check in before 7:00pm to join the competition and experience the friendly spirit of the game.

Thursday 6 November

CWA Craft Group
9:00am – 12:00pm at the Forrest Beach CWA Hall, 6 Palm St.
Everyone is welcome to do your own craft or join an organised craft activity. For just $2.00 enjoy the company of other crafters, all levels of experience and craft types welcome! Our gold coin donation library is also open with books aplenty, CDs, DVDs, and puzzles too!