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 storyThe new QCAR Herbert Committee was installed on 18 June 2025. The results of the recent QCAR District Committee elections were announced in May following the election. Successfully elected to the five available committee positions were:
· John Board (Chair)
· Matthew Pappin (Deputy Chair)
· Walter Giordani
· Gino Zatta
· Robert Carey
Michael Penna was appointed to the Committee as the AgForce delegate and representative.
QCAR Herbert District Manager Lawrence Di Bella said he and the Committee would like to thank Carole Mackee and Bradley Perkins for their nominations, however they were unsuccessful in this bid on this occasion.
“The calibre of all the nominees was of a very high standard and quality, making the decision a difficult one for members to elect the Committee,” Mr Di Bella said.
“Having a well-contested election is a sign of a healthy and vibrant organisation, whereby its members are engaged, willing to give their time and effort to drive the industry forward.
“We would also like to thank our outgoing Committee members who have served our industry well - Johnathan Biasi, Carole Mackee and Ian Kemp. We would like to give a special mention to Ian and Carole for decades of service to the ACFA, the integration of ACFA into QCAR and more recently as QCAR committee members – job very well done.”
John Board accepted the role as QCAR Herbert District Committee Chair and Matthew Pappin accepted the role as QCAR Herbert Committee Deputy Chair and QCAR/ACFA National Board member.
The new Herbert QCAR Committee look forward to working hard for its members and advancing the industry, he said.
During the QCAR Herbert District Committee meeting Matthew Pappin and QCAR Herbert District Manager Lawrence Di Bella presented Carol Mackee and Ian Kemp
with commemorative cane knives. This gesture recognised their longstanding dedication to the cane industry and their tireless involvement with both ACFA and QCAR.
Mr Di Bella said the QCAR Herbert Committee extended a heartfelt thank you to Carol and Ian for their commitment and contributions to the industry for many years.
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