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 storyResidents of the Hinchinbrook Shire are invited to take part in a FREE six-week-long Responsible Tenancy Workshop, proudly hosted by the Hinchinbrook Community Support Centre.
Kicking off on the 2nd of June, the weekly sessions will be held each Monday from 9:30am to 12pm at The Hinchinbrook Community Centre, located at 71 Townsville Road, Ingham. The workshop is open to everyone in the community and aims to equip tenants with essential knowledge and confidence when it comes to renting a home.
The program will cover and explore vital topics such as entering and maintaining a tenancy, understanding key rental documents, knowing your rights as a tenant, and more to help strengthen tenant’s understanding of today’s rental market.
Attendees will gain practical, real-world insights into navigating the rental market, making the sessions perfect for first-time renters, families, and anyone wanting to brush up on their tenancy knowledge.
Light refreshments will be provided at each session, and bookings are essential. To secure a place, RSVP by calling the Hinchinbrook Community Support Centre on 4776 1822.
WHAT: FREE Tenancy Workshop.
WHEN: Weekly from Monday the 2nd of June, 9:30am to 12pm.
WHERE: The Hinchinbrook Community Centre, 71 Townsville Road, Ingham.
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