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
Read the full storyNational 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.
Read the full storyEach 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
Read the full storyThe 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 storyGlobal Care Australia is the charity arm of International Network of Churches, and recently they have set up base in Life Church Ingham, with various donations ready to give out to people in the community that are in need.
They opened on Monday and will remain open throughout the week, until their donations are finished.
National Coordinator Andy Backhouse said there are food items, frozen meals, pre-packed meals, clothing, sheets, towels, hygiene kits and more.
“At Global Care, we do disaster response and recovery all around Australia, but to see the community from North Queensland and all through Queensland come together as they have to support the Hinchinbrook community and the Cassowary Coast community has been phenomenal,” he said.
“There's a lot of people being blessed by a lot of generous individuals and organisations and charities.”
As well as the donations, Global Care are providing people with cleanups, from home mud outs, pressure washing and curb side rubbish removal.
Life Church Ingham at 28/32 Townsville Road will be open all week from 10am – 2pm for people in need to stock up on essentials and Andy said they are always looking for volunteers too, to volunteer you can contact Life Church.