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New Art Exhibit Open

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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The Saga Of Cardwell: 1870 - 1890

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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Kings Of Country Rock Tour Hits Lucinda Hotel

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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A Special Book Launch In Ingham

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

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More Than Just A Pharmacy

January 21, 2025

Wholelife Pharmacy & Healthfoods in Ingham is anything but your typical pharmacy. With exciting changes ahead, they’re set to offer a range of services that go beyond the usual prescriptions.
In 2025, they’ll be recognised as a Queensland Full Scope Community Pharmacy involved in the Queensland Health pilot. Enabling them specially training pharmacists to provide consultations and even prescribe treatments for specific range of conditions.
Owner Brenden Seri believes this new service will be a game-changer for the local community, providing accessible care for a variety of conditions.
“The consultations will cover things like earaches, shingles, and school sores, and they will be offered at a fee-for-service basis—it’s not bulk-billed or anything like that,” Brenden explained.
“We will be able to autonomously prescribe, within a set of guidelines, and I think it's only going to add to better health outcomes for the community, because we should also be able to refer the cases that need doctor or hospital in a more timely manner, resulting in better treatment.”
The new consultations will bring something fresh to the community, further enhancing the unique services Wholelife Pharmacy & Healthfoods in Ingham already provides.
In 2021, Brenden and business partner Atlanta Knuth took on the Wholelife Pharmacy & Healthfoods brand, expanding their offerings to include  Healthfoods.
“We can offer advice and provide a range of products that complement medicines, taking this pharmacy beyond just somewhere to pick up your prescriptions. Now, you can come and shop the awesome range,” said Brenden.
“You can make healthy choices and get your organic items. If you have seen our fridges and freezer section, do yourself a favour and do that as soon as possible—it’s something Ingham didn’t really have. If we don’t have your favourite product ask the staff our available via our suppliers in over 12000 health food items and growing every month.”
“We have lots of cafés, and plenty of options for food, but we didn’t have many options when it came to health food shopping.”


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Brenden Seri owner of Wholelife Pharmacy & Healthfoods in Ingham.Photo Credit: Daniel Heggie

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