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 addition to my daily electorate duties, I also serve on the Queensland Parliament’s Education, Arts and Communities Committee. Last week, our committee travelled to Cooktown and Hope Vale for public hearings on the Family Responsibilities Commission.
Our committee is also carrying out a very important inquiry into elder abuse in Queensland. Elder abuse is an issue that too often goes unnoticed, yet it has devastating impacts on some of the most vulnerable members of our community. Defined as a single or repeated act, or failure to act, that causes harm or distress within a relationship of trust, elder abuse can take many forms. It includes physical, sexual, psychological, emotional, and financial abuse, as well as neglect.
The inquiry aims to uncover the true extent of elder abuse in Queensland, including the risk factors that make some older individuals more vulnerable, and the barriers preventing them from accessing help. We are also examining the effectiveness of current laws, policies, and support services, and looking at ways to improve how we respond to this issue.
The Hinchinbrook electorate has the highest aging population per capita compared to anywhere else in Queensland making this topic one that I feel very strongly about. Every Queenslander deserves to age with dignity and respect.
If you or someone you know has concerns about elder abuse, I encourage you to engage with the inquiry and share your experiences. For more information, please feel free to contact the committee secretariat directly by phone (07) 3553 6623, or email eacc@parliament.qld.gov.au. Alternatively, you can visit the Queensland Parliament website.
Contributed with thanks to Nick Dametto MP Member for Hinchinbrook
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