Carina Chesson Receives Queensland Day Award We all know it’s the people who make Queensland truly legendary. And when disaster strikes, it’s often the quiet heroes who rise to the challenge without fanfare or fuss. Carina Chesson is one of those heroes. Recognised as one of this year’s Queensland Day's five Local Legends, Carina showed what it means to step up for your community when it needs you most. From heart to hand, her actions during the devastating February floods in Ingham proved that
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Bull Arab X Vivacious Vixen is a bundle of joy just waiting to bring some serious sparkle to the right home. This gorgeous girl has been in care for over 500 days and is bursting with love, loyalty and playful spirit. With a big, beaming smile and a tail that never stops wagging, Vixen thrives on long daily runs, a spacious yard and plenty of attention from her people. While she loves to stretch her legs and let loose on outdoor adventures, Vixen also treasures the quiet moments like cooling o
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For Prestigious Queensland Training Award Seventeen-year-old Sophie Johnson is making waves in the healthcare sector, earning recognition as a finalist in the 2025 Queensland Training Awards. A student at Gilroy Santa Maria College, Sophie is one of only three contenders shortlisted in the School-based Apprentice or Trainee of the Year category for the North Queensland region - an impressive feat given that more than 750 applications were received statewide. Sophie is the first school-based tr
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Read the full storyAs May passes and Queensland Small Business Month comes to a close, the Chamber is very pleased to have been involved in a number of events and workshops throughout the month, which has been full of connection, advocacy, and community.
The additional, newly announced business grants over this past month have been welcomed. In addition, having representatives from the Department of Housing and Small and Family Business, Rural Financial Counselling Services, QRIDA, and the Wellness Coach visit the Hinchinbrook Information and Referral Centre ensures ongoing support for the community post-floods. These recent workshops and sessions have been well attended, and the attendees have expressed their appreciation for the additional information and assistance provided.
May also saw the return of the hugely anticipated “Markets at the Mosaic,” which enjoyed very strong attendance and support from stallholders and local retailers. The CBD was alive with activity and people. A survey conducted on the day showed that 35% of attendees had travelled to the district from outside the Shire and were keen to enjoy the visitor experience.
The Chamber was also proud to support the inaugural Link 2 Country event, which incorporated the “Find Your Futures in Hinchinbrook” and “NQ Makers Collective” Market Day. Local jobs currently available were showcased on the “Chamber Employment Wall,” with over 30 current vacancies on display, attracting consistent interest from the crowd over the two-day event.
The Hinchinbrook Chamber would also like to acknowledge and congratulate the organisers of the inaugural Link2Country Expo.
To wrap up Queensland Small Business Month, the Chamber celebrated with the Hinchinbrook Vibes Industry Brunch. This sell-out event hosted local business owners and employees, who enjoyed a relaxed morning of great company, coffee, and conversation. Guest speaker and content creator Jacqui Gage from GROW Social Co. took the audience into the world of social media and “Making it make sense!” Special VIP guest Queensland Premier David Crisafulli surprised the room with his arrival and was generous with his time and attention as he made his way around the room. The Premier listened attentively to the shared experiences and confirmed his government’s ongoing support for this community. Many in attendance expressed their heartfelt appreciation and acknowledgment that they are not being forgotten and that all is being done to support the Hinchinbrook community as it progresses through the recovery journey.
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