The latest art exhibit at TYTO Art Gallery opened on Friday and is open until the end of July. This ‘n’ That by Sue Hollamby brings Sue’s art style to life, she shares a charming collection of heartfelt works that showcase her genuine passion for art and creativity. In the new exhibit expect a lively blend of colour, imagination, and character in this wonderfully eclectic collection. The exhibit’s opening night was an extraordinary success, and attendees said it was wonderful to see art
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First Deaths to Johnstone Division Records show that the first death in Cardwell was on 7th March 1864, and the first burial in the cemetery was that of a six-month-old female child later in 1864. The first European baby born in Cardwell was George Cardwell Peters, on October 9th 1864, and in 1866 the Province of Cardwell was proclaimed. The telegraph line reached Cardwell in December 1869 after five men lost their lives from Jungle Fever during its construction from Townsville. Cardwell’s first
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Fans of legendary American country rock are in for a real treat when the Kings of Country Rock Tour hits the Lucinda Hotel on Saturday, 13th September 2025. This two-hour stage spectacular is much more than a tribute show. It captures all the sounds, energy and excitement of two of the biggest bands of the 1970s — the Eagles and Creedence Clearwater Revival. Featuring a cast of internationally respected musicians, the show promises a high-energy, crowd-pleasing experience that will have audienc
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From the cane fields of Macknade to bookshelves across Australia, Angelina Mastrippolito’s debut memoir Le Seconde: Inheriting the Unspoken has made an inspiring impact. Her hometown launch, held at TYTO Conference Centre in Ingham, was a moving and memorable event, with more than seventy people gathering to celebrate her success. Friends, family, childhood neighbours and past classmates filled the room to show their support, purchase a signed copy, and hear Angie speak about her journey. The w
Read the full storyKeita Services might be best known for moving mountains—literally—but this Ingham-based business also excels in all things concrete, from home driveways to major council projects like roads and bridges.
Currently, the team is hard at work on the Taylors Beach foreshore, tackling erosion with a mix of expertise and heavy machinery.
“The foreshore was being washed away, and the temporary sandbags weren’t holding up,” explained Keith Phillips, owner of Keita Services.
“Council got the green light to place rocks down to stop the erosion, and we’re proud to be part of a solution that will protect the area for years to come.”
In addition to their earth-moving capabilities, Keita Services takes concrete seriously, crafting their own materials at their Eleanor Street depot.
“That’s where we construct all our concrete works,” Keith said. “It gives us quality control and ensures every job is built to last.”
“We’re making blocks for the Taylors Beach job now, and we have big sheds, so we can work through rain, hail, or shine,” said Keith.
Heading into the wet season, Keith explained that they keep going regardless of the weather. “We don’t stop; we keep working,” he said.
Keita Services has built a reputation for taking on projects no one else will.
“There was a job at Wallaman Falls—a big landslide where the road had slipped away—and we ended up being the only tenderer,” Keith said. “If we hadn’t tendered, people could get to the falls, but only just. There was a little track because half the road had slid away.”
Keith’s knowledge of the Hinchinbrook Shire region has been a major advantage for Keita Services. He previously worked for the Hinchinbrook Shire Council for 31 years as Sewage and Water Manager and served one term as Mayor from 2000 to 2004.
Keita Services has been around since 1992 but Keith only became full-time in the business after his term as Mayor.
While they primarily focus on bitumen, Keith emphasised that Keita Services is open to all kinds of work.
“We don’t care what it is—we’ll do it,” he said, sharing that they’ve even done drainage work for farmers.
Keith, who turns 78 this year, has no plans to retire.
“I look at jobs differently, and I think I’ve got an ability to see the finished product and know what I can achieve,” he said.
“While my health is good enough and I enjoy doing it, I’ll keep going.”
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