TOP NEWS

Turtle-y Epic!

Tasman Turtle Picnic Day Shire Success Scores of locals and travellers flocked to TYTO Wetlands as Tasman Turtle returned with craft, food, activities, and family fun. With a rock climbing wall, circus acts, laser tag, pony rides, and a petting zoo, there was something for everyone. Music filled the air, even getting Tasman dancing, and the park buzzed from start to finish. Faces were covered with ice cream and fairy floss, but most importantly big smiles. Deputy Mayor Mary Brown happily remark

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Hinchinbrook Heroes Honoured In King’s Birthday Awards

Two respected members of the Hinchinbrook region have been named in the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours, receiving national recognition for their dedication to the community and their service over many years. Patrick Brown, Officer in Charge at the Ingham Ambulance Station, has been awarded the Ambulance Service Medal, one of the highest honours available to an Australian paramedic. With 46 years of experience, most of it in rural and regional Queensland, Mr Brown has long been regarded as a stea

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Jayden McNeill The Mindful Solver

By Victoria Velton In the quiet coastal town of Taylor’s Beach, Jayden McNeill is solving more than just colorful puzzles; he’s solved his way to global recognition. A Rubik’s Cube champion with international acclaim, McNeill’s story is one of perseverance, precision, and passion. It all started when a seven-year-old Jayden received a Rubik’s Cube for Christmas. Like many, he shelved it after failing to solve it. But years later, inspired by classmates in high school, he revisited the cube and

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More Than Fantasy

A Tool For Real-World Readiness When most people hear “LARPing” (Live Action Role-Playing), images of medieval knights and fantasy creatures might spring to mind. But for a growing community in Townsville, LARPing has evolved far beyond weekend cosplay, it’s becoming a valuable tool for real-world training and personal growth. The newly launched Townsville chapter of Swordcraft, Australia’s largest medieval battle and role-playing game, brings enthusiasts together every fortnight. What began as

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Ingham Lions Club Supports Community Flood Recovery

March 24, 2025

The Lions Club of Ingham has been actively assisting community members affected by the recent flood event.

President Col Dallavanzi, along with Lions members Rita Lynch, Ed Morris, and Angie Morris, visited the community support centre to present Hinchinbrook Community Support Centre staff with sheet sets for individuals to use that are in need of extra help during these challenging times.

Additionally, the Lions team attended the Meals on Wheels premises to officially hand over the newly constructed Freezer room.

This facility was made possible through a 50-50 donation from the Australian Lions Foundation and the Ingham Lions Club, aimed at supporting the new Meals on Wheels staff and community.

President of Meals on Wheels, Rita Phillips, joined Col Dallavanzi and members of the Lions Club for the handover ceremony.

While the Lions Club has completed the initial response phase of assistance related to the flood event, they are now transitioning into the recovery phase.

The Lions Club will be reaching out to community members who have not yet received assistance or who require additional support to apply for a grant. More information regarding the grant will be made available soon.

In the meantime, community members in need of assistance to purchase goods or for other support are encouraged to contact 0427 737 675 or email lionsclubofingham@gmail.com, or reach out to the Hinchinbrook Community Support Centre.

Contributed with thanks to Patrick Lynch

Contributed with thanks to Patrick Lynch

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