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WE STAND TO REMEMBER Community Gathers To Commemorate ANZAC Day

This year's ANZAC Day saw hundreds turn out to remember the efforts of Australia and New Zealand's great service men and women. Veterans, schools, clubs and businesses poured into the streets to march in grand parades, and packed in close to attend services held across the Hinchinbrook Shire. Beautiful wreaths were lain and the bugles mournful tones echoed across respectful silences as flags were lowered to half mast. A gunfire breakfast, coffee and traditional ANZAC biscuits kept everyone going

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Catching Up With Allan

Allan Colquhoun grew up in Sydney, but his life has taken him far beyond the city limits. In his youth, he worked with a station owner named Bob, whose property combined dairy and sheep farming with a focus on Jersey bulls and cows. One vivid memory that’s stayed with him is of Bob chasing down a bull meant for butchering on his stock horse —a beast that, to Allan’s amazement, climbed over the holding fence one hoof at a time to escape. Allan spent most of his working life as a coastal travelle

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Chamber Coffee April Connect Update

Hinchinbrook Chamber of Commerce, Industry & Tourism held their monthly Coffee Connect last week, being hosted by local business Wild Local. There was a very strong attendance at this event, with Federal Member for Kennedy Bob Katter and KAP Senate candidate, Robbie Lyon. Rebecca and Dom Zaghini provided a delicious light snacks and gave the audience an overview of their business journey from inception to their current location, the diverse range of products they provide and some insight into t

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Ingham's Kennel Club Barks Up The Showgrounds

Over the weekend, the Ingham Kennel Club hosted six rounds of dog shows, featuring judges from across Australia who rotated to ensure fair and balanced competition. Dogs were entered into one of seven group categories, with the Toy Group attracting the largest number of entries. Sunday's shows saw the Italian Greyhound emerge as a standout, making up 20 of the 170 total entries across the weekend. Unique and rarely seen breeds like the Xoloitzcuintli and Briard added excitement to the event, of

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Hitch-n-Ride Horse Sports Club Celebrates Achievements in Style

December 9, 2024

The Hitch-n-Ride Horse Sports Club hosted an incredible event last week that brought riders of all ages together to compete, celebrate, and showcase their equestrian skills. With generous sponsorships and an impressive array of awards, the day was a roaring success, honouring participants across various age groups and disciplines.

Special thanks go to Lorna & Peter Lino for sponsoring the Led-In Medallions and Nutrien Ag Solutions Ingham for donating honeybee bags. Gear bags for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place were skilfully crafted by Sam Sellick, adding a personal touch to the event.

Age Group Results
Under 10
• 1st: Lotti Duffy
• 2nd: Mia Carr

10 - Under 13
• 1st: Ruby Shaw
• 2nd: Casey Celotto
• 3rd: Benson Duffy

13–Under 15
• 1st: Layne Biasi
• 2nd: Krystal Taylor
• 3rd: Annabell Butterworth

Junior Novice
• 1st: Stevie Biasi
• 2nd: Chloe Celotto
• 3rd: Alexis Catasti

15–Under 18
• 1st: Lilly Shaw

Opens
• 1st: Ian Turner
• 2nd: Sam Sellick
• 3rd: Hayley Quartero

Special Awards
Horsemanship Buckles
• U10: Chloe Celotto
• U18: Ruby Shaw

Most Improved Saddle Pads recipients: Alexis Catasti, Elena Botto, Mia Carr, Casey Celotto, Krystal Taylor, and Charlene Taylor.

Encouragement Awards recipients: Archer Carr, and Benson Duffy.

The Hitch-n-Ride Horse Sports Club extends heartfelt gratitude to all sponsors, participants, and supporters who made the event a success. Congratulations to all winners for their exceptional performances and sportsmanship!

Contributed with thanks to the Hitch-n-Ride Horse Sports Club.

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