Tasman Turtle Picnic Day Shire Success Scores of locals and travellers flocked to TYTO Wetlands as Tasman Turtle returned with craft, food, activities, and family fun. With a rock climbing wall, circus acts, laser tag, pony rides, and a petting zoo, there was something for everyone. Music filled the air, even getting Tasman dancing, and the park buzzed from start to finish. Faces were covered with ice cream and fairy floss, but most importantly big smiles. Deputy Mayor Mary Brown happily remark
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Two respected members of the Hinchinbrook region have been named in the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours, receiving national recognition for their dedication to the community and their service over many years. Patrick Brown, Officer in Charge at the Ingham Ambulance Station, has been awarded the Ambulance Service Medal, one of the highest honours available to an Australian paramedic. With 46 years of experience, most of it in rural and regional Queensland, Mr Brown has long been regarded as a stea
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By Victoria Velton In the quiet coastal town of Taylor’s Beach, Jayden McNeill is solving more than just colorful puzzles; he’s solved his way to global recognition. A Rubik’s Cube champion with international acclaim, McNeill’s story is one of perseverance, precision, and passion. It all started when a seven-year-old Jayden received a Rubik’s Cube for Christmas. Like many, he shelved it after failing to solve it. But years later, inspired by classmates in high school, he revisited the cube and
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A Tool For Real-World Readiness When most people hear “LARPing” (Live Action Role-Playing), images of medieval knights and fantasy creatures might spring to mind. But for a growing community in Townsville, LARPing has evolved far beyond weekend cosplay, it’s becoming a valuable tool for real-world training and personal growth. The newly launched Townsville chapter of Swordcraft, Australia’s largest medieval battle and role-playing game, brings enthusiasts together every fortnight. What began as
Read the full storyThe Lions Club of Ingham is bringing back the much-loved Sportsperson of the Year Awards, an event steeped in local sporting history. First held in 1977, the inaugural ceremony welcomed Australian and Queensland Rugby League captain Greg Vievers as the guest speaker, where Sam Scuderi claimed the title, with George Day as runner-up.
In 1982, the growing number of junior nominations led to the awards being divided into Senior and Junior categories. By 1986, the depth of talent in the Herbert River District inspired the Lions Club to introduce two additional categories: the Encouragement Award for both Seniors and Juniors.
In 1990, the Lions Club partnered with the Herbert River Express to launch the Sportstars of the Month competition. This initiative, running alongside the annual awards, recognised standout athletes in both Junior and Senior divisions. The awards were a celebrated tradition until 2019, when the COVID-19 pandemic brought them to a halt.
Now, the Lions Club of Ingham has proudly decided to reinstate the event. With an overwhelming number of nominations received, the competition has returned with enthusiasm. This year, 13 Junior and 12 Senior athletes are nominated for the titles of Junior and Senior Sportstar of the Year.
The awards night is scheduled for Tuesday, 26 November, at the Ingham RSL. In addition to the main categories, the evening will feature two special awards: Team of the Year and the Recognition of Service Award. The latter, a new addition, is dedicated to the late PDG Lion Des Rooker, whose contributions were instrumental in organising the awards before the pandemic.
The Lions Club of Ingham extends their best wishes to all nominees, encouraging them to take pride in their achievements and the positive impact they’ve made in their respective sports.
WHAT: Sportsperson of the Year Awards
WHERE: RSL Ingham
WHEN: Tuesday 26th November (tonight)
Contributed with thanks to Sharon Fighera.
1977 Sportsman of the Year Awards. Sam Scuderi (Sportsman of the Year), Greg Veivers (Aust and Qld Rugby League Captain and Guest Speaker), Ingham Lions President Bruno Cantoni, George Day (Runner Up Sportsman of the Year), Lion John Menico (Member and Chairman)
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