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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Computer Skills Class
Thursday 10am
Upgrade your computer skills with free classes at the Hinchinbrook Shire Library! Advanced classes run from 10am to 11:30am, and beginner classes from 12pm to 1:30pm every Thursday (excluding school holidays). RSVP essential. For details, email library@hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au or call 4776 4600.
Hinchinbrook Shire Library
Thursday 28 November
Playtime at the Library
Thursday 10:30am
Playtime is a fun-filled, 30-minute session which incorporates stories, songs and rhymes aimed at children aged 0 to 5 years old. Join in on the fun at the Hinchinbrook Shire Library on the first, second and fourth Thursday of each month!
Hinchinbrook Shire Library
Thursday 28 November
Christmas in Hinchinbrook Late Night Shopping
Thursday 5pm
Celebrate Hinchinbrook this festive season by shopping and supporting local businesses! With a focus on inclusivity, this year’s event will run from 5pm to 9pm, across the following precincts: Lannercost, Herbert Street, Cartwright Street, and Hinchinbrook Central. Each area will come alive with shoppers as well as Santa Claus himself who will be ready for plenty of family photos in the Foyer of Council’s Main Office for a gold coin donation to the Mayor’s Christmas Appeal.
Lannercost Street and Herbert Street
Friday 29 November
Forrest Beach Progress Association Carols by Candlelight
Friday 6pm
Embrace the spirit of Christmas this festive season with the Forrest Beach Progress Associations’ Carols by Candlelight event set for Friday 29 November! Bring along your friends and family to enjoy an evening of music and cheer from 6pm to 8pm at Progress Park on Palm Street!
Progress Park
Saturday 30 November
Palm Creek parkrun
Saturday 7am
Held each Saturday, parkrun stands as a fantastic free community event where locals and visitors can walk, run or volunteer to achieve your goals for 2024 and beyond! Register for free at www.parkrun.com.au.
Palm Creek, Eleanor Street Ingham
Saturday 30 November
QCWA Upper Stone Christmas Party
Saturday 6pm
An evening of festive fun awaits at the QCWQ Upper Stone Christmas Party for the whole family to enjoy! Music, food, drinks, dancing, major cash draws and raffles, and Santa... what more could you ask for?! Please note this is a cash only event – no eftpos.
Upper Stone Hall
Sunday 1 December
Christmas in Hinchinbrook Carols in the Park
Sunday 5pm
December has arrived, and so has Christmas cheer! Join the community at Rotary Park to celebrate the festive season with an evening filled with carols, food, beverages, and of course, Santa Claus himself!
Rotary Park
Wednesday 4 December
Save Mount Fox from Industrialisation Movie Premier
Wednesday 6pm
Residents of the Hinchinbrook region are invited to attend a community event aimed at raising awareness about proposed industrial developments in the Mount Fox area as organised by Rainforest Reserves Australia.
Hinchinbrook Shire Hall
Thursday 5 December
Computer Skills Class
Thursday 10am
Upgrade your computer skills with free classes at the Hinchinbrook Shire Library! Advanced classes run from 10am to 11:30am, and beginner classes from 12pm to 1:30pm every Thursday (excluding school holidays). RSVP essential. For details, email library@hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au or call 4776 4600.
Hinchinbrook Shire Library
Thursday 5 December
Playtime at the Library
Thursday 10:30am
Playtime is a fun-filled, 30-minute session which incorporates stories, songs and rhymes aimed at children aged 0 to 5 years old. Join in on the fun at the Hinchinbrook Shire Library on the first, second and fourth Thursday of each month!
Hinchinbrook Shire Library
Friday 6 December
Christmas in Hinchinbrook Christmas Seniors Morning Tea
Friday 9am
The time has come for the annual Christmas Seniors Morning Tea, and the community is warmly welcomed to come together for a morning of entertainment, dancing, singing, carols, and more!
Hinchinbrook Shire Hall
Saturday 7 December
Palm Creek parkrun
Saturday 7am
Celebrate one year of Palm Creek parkrun events on Saturday 7 December! Held each Saturday, parkrun stands as a fantastic free community event where locals and visitors can walk, run or volunteer to achieve your goals for 2024 and beyond! Register for free at www.parkrun.com.au and be part of celebrating such a fantastic anniversary!
Palm Creek, Eleanor Street Ingham
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