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 storyIn the aftermath of the devastating flood that swept through our community, the Hinchinbrook Community Support Centre (HCSC) is striving for ‘business as usual’ despite one of their office buildings being lost to the flood.
Usual services are up and running and HCSC has strived to support the community whilst managing the relocation of staff and equipment from the flooded building, the Centre, on Townsville Road. This building will be under repair for some time, so all services and events will be delivered from the HUB on McIlwraith Street.
The weekly Canasta group, meeting for the first time since the disaster, gathered at the HUB to share stories, support one another, and enjoy their favourite card game. For many members offers not only entertainment but also a sense of community.
“After everything we’ve been through, just sitting together, laughing, and playing feels like a step toward normalcy,” said one attendee.
A mammoth effort has been the coordination and distribution of donated goods into the community. Many individuals and businesses from all over Far North Qld have rallied together to send donations.
HCSC staff have been responding to requests from the general community and have coordinated the delivery of essential items to our most disadvantaged seniors in need.
HCSC has partnered with community groups, support services and local council to share resources and offer helping hands. While the flood brought hardship, it has also strengthened our community bonds.
Contributed with thanks to Hinchinbrook Community Support Centre
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