Flags Raised In NAIDOC Tribute On 22 July 2025, a flag-raising ceremony marked a meaningful NAIDOC Week in Hinchinbrook. Community members gathered at the Hinchinbrook Shire Hall in Ingham, led by Deputy Mayor Mary Brown and Traditional Owners, together, they proudly raised the flags in recognition of the Warrgamay, Nywaigi and Bandjin peoples — Traditional Custodians of the Hinchinbrook region. With around 70 people in attendance, the event offered a moment to reflect on this year’s NAID
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A peloton of dedicated cyclists rode through the Hinchinbrook Shire last week as part of the mighty Townsville to Cairns Bike Ride; an initiative established to make a difference in the lives of children affected by cancer. Held annually, the Townsville to Cairns Bike Ride raises both valuable awareness and funds for the Children’s Cancer Institute to support comprehensive efforts focused on preventing and treating childhood cancer. The Townsville to Cairns Bike Ride was founded in 1999 by Sel
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On Saturday, the 26th of July, the Junior division of the Ingham Theatre Group debut in their first matinee. After 10 weeks of work-shopping improvisations, theatre sports, performance technique, stage craft, and most importantly fun and friendship, the Juniors stepped up and performed the wondrous adventure that was 'Princesses of a Feather'. Together, the cursed princesses-turned-birds, defeated the evil knight Sir Glimmerpants with the help of Charlie Cowgirl Cat In A Cape, while t
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On Thursday 10 July, the Cardwell RSL became a vital hub of information and support as more than 35 residents and service representatives gathered for the Cardwell Community Rebuild Info Session. Organised by Centacare FNQ, the evening brought together key organisations supporting North Queenslanders affected by the 2025 floods and now in the rebuilding phase. The session was hosted in partnership with Centacare’s Disaster Recovery and Resilience Hub, the Queensland Building and Construction Co
Read the full storyThe Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) will be conducting a planned burn in Orpheus Island National Park (NP) as part of ongoing fire management operations. The planned burn will be carried out using aerial ignition and will not impact day use or camping in the National Park.
Due to the complexity of the operation, the burn will take place on a suitable day between Wednesday 23rd July and Thursday 7th August, subject to weather and operational conditions. As a result of the planned burn, smoke may be seen in nearby areas of Forrest Beach, Lucinda and the Bruce Highway.
If visiting Orpheus Island NP, observe all signs, barriers, and directions from QPWS Rangers and other staff and never enter closed areas. Avoid driving through smoke where possible and be aware of firefighters working in the area.
Planned burns are vital in promoting ecological health, biodiversity, and the conservation of species and habitats. They also aim to mitigate the risk and intensity of bushfires and their potential impacts on communities, infrastructure, parks, and forests.
Planned burns are highly weather-dependent, generally requiring milder conditions and minimal wind.
These same weather conditions can also allow smoke to accumulate and linger until weather conditions change and winds assist in dispersing the smoke.
If smoke affects you; stay indoors and close windows and doors, and keep respiratory medication close by.
Public safety is the highest consideration in all QPWS fire management activities. To find out more, visit the Qld Government's Parks and forests 'Fire Management' webpage.
Live air quality data, and information on smoke and dust health actions, can be found on the Queensland Government’s website: www.qld.gov.au/environment/management/monitoring/air
You can stay updated with local QPWS fire activities by visiting: parks.desi.qld.gov.au/park-alerts
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