Tour de Cure Rides Into Ingham From Airlie Beach to Port Douglas, 170 riders and support crew will travel more than 1,000 kilometres across some of North Queensland’s most scenic and lesser-travelled roads. Tour de Cure is heading north and they stopped by in Hinchinbrook for their Day 4-5 leg yesterday. Many came out to cheer the cyclists as they rode into the TYTO Parklands on Monday afternoon, meeting the heroes doing this great trek for a cure. Holding signs and with big smiles, Ingham local
Read the full storyFor Prestigious Queensland Training Award Seventeen-year-old Sophie Johnson is making waves in the healthcare sector, earning recognition as a finalist in the 2025 Queensland Training Awards. A student at Gilroy Santa Maria College, Sophie is one of only three contenders shortlisted in the School-based Apprentice or Trainee of the Year category for the North Queensland region - an impressive feat given that more than 750 applications were received statewide. Sophie is the first school-based tr
Read the full storyI Love Boutique: Heading to the Ingham Show? Let I Love Boutique style you in comfort and class! Discover easy-to-wear pieces like cosy knits, stylish jeans, and elevated tees that feel as good as they look. Their outfits are simple yet dressy. Perfect for a day at the show and easy to adapt to the changing weather. Dress them up or down with just a few tweaks! Whether you're relaxing or showing up in style, you'll find something that fits your vibe. Shop local, look amazing, and feel confi
Read the full storyOn Monday 26 May, the Queensland Ambulance Service marked a remarkable milestone – 100 years of dedicated service from the Ingham Ambulance Station. The centenary celebration brought together past and present paramedics, volunteers, and community members to honour the station’s enduring legacy in the Hinchinbrook region. The day was a heartfelt reminder of how deeply the Ingham Ambulance Service is woven into the lives of locals. From childhood memories of bandaged knees and getting their ears
Read the full storyNaturally Kids Allied Health homes a passionate team of pediatric professionals at 6/141 Ingham Road in West End to offer the children and families of both Townsville and the broader Hinchinbrook Shire with a range of occupational therapy services.
Comprised of a dedicated team of Occupational Therapists Kym, Aidan, Amy, Vania, Emma, Grace and Neil, as well as Allied Health Assistants Shae, Georgia, Sophie and Dominic, Practice Manger Tanya and Client Experience Concierge Julie-Ann work to deliver neurodevelopmental and sensory-based therapy through fun, and effective sessions whilst ensuring each family’s experience is smooth and supportive.
On a regular basis, one of Naturally Kids Allied Health’s Occupational Therapists travels to Ingham to bring these services directly to the Hinchinbrook community, further delivering accessible play-based, strength-focused sessions to support children in achieving their goals.
“Naturally Kids believes all children deserve to be understood, supported, and celebrated, regardless of where they live - that’s why we’re proud to extend our services to Ingham and surrounding areas,” shared Practice Manager, Tanya Bird.
“Our team is neurodiversity-affirming and trauma-informed, ensuring that every child feels safe, connected, and empowered during therapy and by combining evidence-based strategies with fun, play-based approaches, we help children build skills that support them at home, school, and in the community.”
Paired with traditional services, Naturally Kids Allied Health are excited to offer a number of specialised sessions including Nature-Based Occupational Therapy and Sense Rugby to help children improve social, emotional, and physical skills while supporting kids who struggle with traditional team sports.
“Families in the Hinchinbrook region should choose Naturally Kids because we bring high-quality, compassionate therapy directly to your doorstep,” Tanya added.
“Whether it's for help with fine motor skills, sensory challenges, emotional regulation, or daily living tasks — we're here for you.”