TOP NEWS

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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Ingham's Newest Travel Agency Official Opening

April 7, 2025

NQ Travel & Cruise had its official opening last week on Wednesday 2 April and it was well attended.

Mayor Ramon Jayo, Deputy Mayor Mary Brown, and Councillor Patrick Lynch attended to offer congratulations to NQ Travel & Cruise on their opening.

NQ Travel & Cruise owner Kathleen Lynch said she is very excited to have opened her doors.

“It's a wonderful feeling. I'm very happy with everything. My office space is beautiful and I’m ready to welcome wonderful clients through the doors,” she said.

“I will be able to focus my time on planning the best holidays for people and making their bucket list, dreams come true.”

Kathleen has lots of favourite travel destinations but she said the Cook Islands has stood out to her as an island getaway. She loves the beautiful scenery, people and relaxed nature.

Kathleen Lynch and Jonathon Truffa
Councillor Mary Brown, Kathleen Lynch, Toni Truffaut, Councillor Patrick Lynch, and Mayor Ramon Jayo
Jo Desailly, Monique Mowat, and Felice Zanelli Photo credit: Daniel Heggie

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