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
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National 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.
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Each 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
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The 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 storyIngham’s brand-new electric vehicle charging station is already proving its worth, with one of its very first users, Bradley, a retired tradie turned traveller, sharing his excitement about the addition.
"Amazing, just amazing. The more chargers, the better. It means more flexibility and more convenience," Bradley said as his vehicle charged.
The stop also gave him a chance to explore the town. "I had breakfast at one of the local cafés, which was great. I normally wouldn’t stop, but that’s what I find about the EV charge stations: you stop places, smell the roses, and go for a walk," he added.
Mayor Ramon Jayo, who was on hand to mark the milestone, reflected on the journey to get the project completed, "We’re really pleased to see this finally in place, after three to four years in the making. One of the main challenges was finding a relatively flood-free and accessible site that met the company’s requirements. It’s very pleasing to see it up and running, because this (electric vehicles) is where people are heading.
By having a charging station close to the CBD, we believe it will draw more traffic into our town, encouraging people to walk through our streets, visit our shops, and support local businesses. This morning, our first customer told me he had just been for breakfast on our main street, which was fantastic to hear.
It’s also going to enable visitors with electric vehicles to explore our district much more widely. Previously, some avoided destinations like Wallaman Falls because they feared running out of charge before reaching another station. After a lot of discussion and planning, it’s great to finally see it operating, and we believe it will be very significant for local trade."
With the charging station now live, Ingham is set to welcome more travellers, boost the local economy, and showcase the beauty of the district to a new wave of visitors. The charging station is located in the car park behind Ingham's Westpac bank, accessable via Hawkins or Euclid St.
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