James Cook University (JCU) researchers are calling for urgent government support to protect the spectacled flying-fox from extinction as new and escalating threats push the species closer to the brink. Despite their reputation as noisy and messy neighbours, spectacled flying-foxes play a vital role in the survival of Australia’s rainforests, travelling vast distances to pollinate flowers and spread seeds at levels unmatched by any other species. JCU adjunct associate professor Noel Preece sai
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National Police Remembrance Day Today, the community of Ingham came together to pay tribute to the brave men and women of the Queensland Police Service who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The National Police Remembrance Day Service, held at the Holy Trinity Anglican Church, offered a solemn and poignant moment for reflection, remembrance, and respect. Since 1861, 151 Queensland Police officers have lost their lives while protecting and serving communities across the state.
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Each year, a team of Hinchinbrook Emergency Services Cadets travels to Brisbane to attend the prestigious ESCAPE Week, a program that brings together cadets from across Queensland to experience life at multiple emergency services. This year, three Hinchinbrook cadets participated: two senior cadets attending as leaders and one as a program participant, accompanied by Cadet Coordinator Mark Regazzoli. The week kicked off at Marine Rescue Queensland (MRQ), Bribie Island, where cadets underwent an
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The Hurley Bus Since launching in December last year, the Hurley Bus has already completed more than 400 bookings, providing free transport for elderly, frail, and palliative community members. The service, run entirely by volunteers through the Ingham Palliative Carers Committee, offers a safe, reliable, and compassionate way for people to stay connected and attend important appointments. The eight-seat bus is wheelchair accessible and travels throughout Ingham, the surrounding districts, Card
Read the full storyQueensland is experiencing a significant rise in flu cases, with more people currently being hospitalised with influenza than with COVID-19.
From the 7th to the 13th of July, over 250 people were hospitalised with flu, with an average of 169 public hospital beds occupied daily. This marks a sharp increase from the previous week’s average of 131 beds. In comparison, COVID-19 hospitalisations for the same period were just over 190, with 149 beds occupied on average.
Since the beginning of the year, nearly 3,600 people have been hospitalised with flu in Queensland. This figure is 16 per cent higher than the same time last year, and 90 per cent of those hospitalised were not vaccinated.
Last week alone, the state recorded 3,313 new flu cases—the highest weekly figure reported in 2025. A total of 36,131 cases have been reported this year to date.
Flu-related hospitalisations have impacted a wide range of age groups, with over 340 children under five and 1,679 people aged 65 years and over requiring hospital care. The number of flu-related deaths this year has reached 84.
While COVID-19 and RSV case numbers have remained steady, health authorities are encouraging Queenslanders to get vaccinated against all respiratory illnesses. Free flu vaccines remain available at GPs, pharmacies and community clinics.
Queenslanders are also urged to practise good hygiene and stay home when unwell to help stop the spread of illness.
For full data and vaccination details, visit the Queensland Health website.
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