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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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Photos from the floods

February 11, 2025

“Going through this ordeal in Ingham has put into perspective how we live our lives. We may have lost a lot, but nothing compared to a lot of people. Everything can change in the blink of an eye. Last week the most I had to stress about was missing my mum, my family, slow internet, too hot, what’s for tea again tonight. Now we have homes under water, people without food, no electricity and loss of life. I would not change my mind about moving to Ingham. The the amount of support we have been shown from total strangers has renewed my faith in people. Neighbours that don’t really know us have been a great support. What a great town, we are proud to now be Ingham locals” (Jenny Carmody 6/2/2025)

Travis Cauchi standing next to a sign and measuring how high the flood waters rose. Image sourced: Facebook
Images of household items ruined in the floods, taken Sunday morning 9th February down towards the end of Roati/Cooper Street areas. Image sourced: Facebook
Nutrien Harcourts kindly offered free phone charging to those that needed it. Image sourced: Facebook
60 trucks returning to Cairns area. Image sourced: Facebook
The hard-working team at Ingham Woolworths: emergency stock was flown in on Chinook helicopters with the assistance of the Australian military to keep supplies of essential items on shelves. Image sourced: Facebook
Groups of community members gather together to help each with the clean-up. “A big shout out to our awesome cleaning crew who did an amazing job today” said Christine Ihle from Cardwell. Image sourced: Facebook
The boat ramp opposite Beachcombers in Cardwell collapsed due to erosion from the unprecedented floodwaters. Image sourced: Facebook
The John Row Bridge, north of Ingham. Photo credit: Susan Sorbello
A large billboard almost completely obscured by rising flood waters. Photo credit: Toni Jansen
Images of Ingham CBD at 8am on Friday 3rd February. Photo credit: Kieran Volpe

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