James Cook University (JCU) researchers are calling for urgent government support to protect the spectacled flying-fox from extinction as new and escalating threats push the species closer to the brink. Despite their reputation as noisy and messy neighbours, spectacled flying-foxes play a vital role in the survival of Australia’s rainforests, travelling vast distances to pollinate flowers and spread seeds at levels unmatched by any other species. JCU adjunct associate professor Noel Preece sai
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National Police Remembrance Day Today, the community of Ingham came together to pay tribute to the brave men and women of the Queensland Police Service who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The National Police Remembrance Day Service, held at the Holy Trinity Anglican Church, offered a solemn and poignant moment for reflection, remembrance, and respect. Since 1861, 151 Queensland Police officers have lost their lives while protecting and serving communities across the state.
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Each year, a team of Hinchinbrook Emergency Services Cadets travels to Brisbane to attend the prestigious ESCAPE Week, a program that brings together cadets from across Queensland to experience life at multiple emergency services. This year, three Hinchinbrook cadets participated: two senior cadets attending as leaders and one as a program participant, accompanied by Cadet Coordinator Mark Regazzoli. The week kicked off at Marine Rescue Queensland (MRQ), Bribie Island, where cadets underwent an
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The Hurley Bus Since launching in December last year, the Hurley Bus has already completed more than 400 bookings, providing free transport for elderly, frail, and palliative community members. The service, run entirely by volunteers through the Ingham Palliative Carers Committee, offers a safe, reliable, and compassionate way for people to stay connected and attend important appointments. The eight-seat bus is wheelchair accessible and travels throughout Ingham, the surrounding districts, Card
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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