
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
Read the full story
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.
Read the full story
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
Read the full story
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 storyOn the evening of Thursday the 31st of July the Queensland Police Service (QPS) Forensic Crash Unit were called to investigate a fatal traffic crash in Ingham.
Emergency services responded at around 10:50pm to reports that a pedestrian had been struck by a white Toyota Hilux on Trebonne Road. Tragically, the pedestrian, a 54-year-old Rowes Bay man, died at the scene.
The driver of the vehicle, a 36-year-old Bemerside man, and a passenger, a 22-year-old Aitkenvale man, were not physically injured.
Investigations are ongoing into what caused the crash and police are appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident, or who may have dashcam or CCTV footage from the areas around the time of the crash to come forward.
To report information contact Policelink at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444 and quote the reference number QP2501346729.
