No, It's Rally Racers! By Victoria Velton Chris and Tracey Castles have taken to the skies on a 26-day, 10,500-kilometre journey as part of the Royal Flying Doctor Service Outback Air Race 2025. Flying under the banner of Team 15 – Rookies, the pair are navigating their fire engine red A32 Vixxen through some of Australia’s most remote regions in a rally that is less about speed and more about navigation, timing, and precision. Their mission is twofold: to embrace the adventure
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The renowned Thorsborne Trail on Hinchinbrook Island (Munamudanamy) is receiving a significant upgrade, with works currently underway to enhance visitor experience while preserving the island’s unique natural and cultural values. Led by the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service, the project is being delivered in close collaboration with Bandjin and Girramay Traditional Owners. The aim is to improve infrastructure along the 32-kilometre trail without compromising the remote and pristine characte
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All around the Shire, and Australia, Vietnam Veterans' Day was commemorated in remembrance of the Battle of Long Tan and other Australian operations in the Vietnam War. “Vietnam Veterans Day holds profound importance in Australia's national consciousness. It is not merely a day etched into the calendar, but a moment of collective reflection, a time to pay tribute to those who served to acknowledge the complexity of their experiences and to ensure their sacrifices are never forgotten.” “The sto
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The Lions Club of Ingham is once again proud to present the annual Ingham Sportstar Awards, celebrating the outstanding sporting achievements and contributions of local athletes, teams, and volunteers. Nominations are now open, and the Club is calling on the community to help shine a spotlight on Hinchinbrook’s sporting heroes. The awards recognise achievements from 1st September 2024 through to the nomination closing date, and all nominees must be Hinchinbrook residents or represent a local sp
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Ingham Conroy Hall Markets
Saturday 7:30am
Come one, come all to one of Hinchinbrook’s longest running market events, Conroy Hall Markets! Browse a selection of stalls retailing plants, antiques, clothes, handmade delights, and more!
Conroy Hall
Saturday 12 April
Forrest Beach Hoy
Saturday 12.30pm
Fill your day with a competitive and fun game of Hoy in Forrest Beach. Every game of Hoy includes a prize, and it’s a fun day out.
Community Function Centre – Wattle Street
Wednesday 16 April
Morning Melodies: Great Ladies of Jazz
Wednesday 10:30am
The Hinchinbrook Shire Hall will host a wonderful Morning Melodies session on Wednesday 16 April staging Great Ladies of Jazz by International Artist Simone Waddell.
Hinchinbrook Shire Hall
Saturday 19 April
2025 Normanton Barra Classic
Saturday 6am
The infamous Normanton Barra Classic Catch and Release competition will run across both the 19th and the 20th of April, with over $25,000 in cash and prizes up for grabs! Email normantonbarraclassic@mail.com for more information!
Normanton
Saturday 19 April
Cardwell Jetty Easter Saturday Markets
Saturday 8am
A wonderful Easter themed Cardwell Jetty Markets awaits overflowing with plenty of food, treats, live entertainment, and of course wonderful market stalls! If you would like to become a stall holder reach out to cardwelljettymarkets@gmail.com.
Cardwell Foreshore
Saturday 19 April
Markets at the Mosaic
Saturday 8am
Enjoy a fantastic morning at Markets at the Mosaic and browse a wonderful showcase of handmade and homemade products, entertainment, and delicious treats!
Mercer Lane
Sunday 20 April
Ingham Raintree Community Markets
Sunday 7am
A morning of Sunday market fun awaits at Ingham’s Rotary Park with the Ingham Raintree Community Markets!
Rotary Park, Ingham
Saturday 26 April
Ingham Up Town Markets
Saturday 8am
Enjoy a morning browsing the talents of the Hinchinbrook community at the Ingham Up Town Markets from 8am to midday!
Lannercost Street
Saturday 3 May
Mt Fox Markets
Saturday 11am
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.
Mt Fox Campgrounds
Saturday 3 May
Forrest Beach Hoy
Saturday 12.30pm
Fill your day with a competitive and fun game of Hoy in Forrest Beach. Every game of Hoy includes a prize, and it’s a fun day out.
Community Function Centre – Wattle Street
Sunday 4 May
Ingham Raintree Community Markets
Sunday 7am
A morning of Sunday market fun awaits at Ingham’s Rotary Park with the Ingham Raintree Community Markets!
Rotary Park, Ingham
Friday 9 May
Arj Barker in The Mind Field
Friday 7pm
International comedian Arj Barker will take audiences on a comedic journey through life’s biggest questions to have you laughing and learning all night long!
Hinchinbrook Shire Hall
Saturday 10 May
Ingham Conroy Hall Markets
Saturday 7:30am
Come one, come all to one of Hinchinbrook’s longest running market events, Conroy Hall Markets! Browse a selection of stalls retailing plants, antiques, clothes, handmade delights, and more!
Conroy Hall
Saturday 10 May
Ingham Sugar City Rodeo
Saturday 8am
The annual Ingham Sugar City Rodeo will be back for another action-packed year on Saturday 10 May!
Ingham Show Grounds
Sunday 11 May
Sunday 8am
Cardwell Jetty Mother’s Day Markets
A wonderful Mother's Day themed Cardwell Jetty Markets awaits overflowing with plenty of food, treats, live entertainment, and of course wonderful market stalls! If you would like to become a stall holder reach out to cardwelljettymarkets@gmail.com.
Cardwell Foreshore
Saturday 17 May
Markets at the Mosaic
Saturday 8am
Enjoy a fantastic morning at Markets at the Mosaic and browse a wonderful showcase of handmade and homemade products, entertainment, and delicious treats!
Mercer Lane
Sunday 18 May
Ingham Raintree Community Markets
Sunday 7am
A morning of Sunday market fun awaits at Ingham’s Rotary Park with the Ingham Raintree Community Markets!
Rotary Park, Ingham
Wednesday 21 May
Morning Melodies: Spirit of the ANZACS
Wednesday 10:30am
The Spirit of the ANZACS starring Tenor Roy Best, International Soprano Alison Jones, Chris Mekenna, and Virtuoso Pianist William Schmidt will grace the Hinchinbrook Shire Hall this May!
Hinchinbrook Shire Hall
Wednesday 21 May
ALIA National Simultaneous Storytime
Wednesday 12pm
Join the Hinchinbrook Shire Library for a reading of “The Truck Cat” as written by Deborah Frenkel and illustrated by Danny Snell. Bookings are essentials and can be made at www.library.hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au.
Hinchinbrook Shire Library
Friday 23 May
Link2Country Expo
Friday 9am
The 2025 Link2Country Expo provides attendees with the opportunity to explore a range of topics including sugarcane, earthworks, equine care and training, cattle, and agricultural careers.
Ingham Showgrounds
Friday 23 May
Taylors Beach Family Fishing Tournament
Friday TBA
Save the date for the 2025 Taylors Beach Family Fishing Tournament running from Friday 23 May until Sunday 25 May.
Taylors Beach
Saturday 24 May
Ingham Up Town Markets
Saturday 8am
Enjoy a morning browsing the talents of the Hinchinbrook community at the Ingham Up Town Markets from 8am to midday!
Lannercost Street
Saturday 24 May
Link2Country Expo
Saturday 9am
The 2025 Link2Country Expo provides attendees with the opportunity to explore a range of topics including sugarcane, earthworks, equine care and training, cattle, and agricultural careers.
Ingham Showgrounds
Sunday 25 May
Forrest Beach Progress Association Markets
Sunday 9am
Visit the markets with a variety of stalls and great gifts to buy. There is a BBQ and live music. Join the markets for a fun day out. Contact Ian Tutin 0488 295 088 for more details.
Progress Park – Palm Street
Sunday 25 May
Get Rhythm The Johnny Cash & June Carter Show
Sunday 5pm
Get Rhythm The Johnny Cash & June Carter Show delivers a respectful Cash experience that will leave you uplifted and energised. Lead by real life married couple Mark and Joanne Caligiuri, who were recently featured on Channel 9’s Today Show for their uncanny resemblance and vocals to Johnny Cash & June Carter. Get Rhythm is one of the most authentic and sincere Johnny Cash and June Carter shows in Australia.
Hinchinbrook Shire Hall
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