Community Day last Thursday brought together everyone from juniors to seniors, and a few firemen, to enjoy the formal re-opening of the community facilities at TYTO. There was story time and robotics, along with computer classes and colouring. The cake was cut and councillors and community alike enjoyed the sweetness of jovial conversations among the stacks of the beloved library.
Read the full storyIn a heartening reminder of the value of rural health care, the Ingham Health Service recently celebrated nine years since the reopening of its maternity service — and what better way to mark the occasion than with the birth of four babies in just 24 hours? On the 7th and 8th of April, four mothers; Giorgia Firmi, Marites Carao, Hannah Bestmann, and Leah Dingwell, welcomed their little ones into the world, creating a unique bond not only between their babies, but among themselves as part of thi
Read the full storyAn elusive and endangered species, the mahogany glider is receiving new hope thanks to a collaborative conservation effort underway in North Queensland. The project, centred south of Ingham, is helping to link critical glider habitat while also delivering rare sightings of the species in the wild. Indigenous ranger Chris Muriata is one of the few people lucky enough to see a mahogany glider in its natural habitat. “To finally see one – it made me happy,” he says. “It was in vegetation at the
Read the full storyThere was a real sense of celebration in the air as United Petroleum Ingham officially reopened its doors this week, a welcome sight for many a traveller and local alike. United Petroleum’s General Manager of Retail, Grant McGregor, said, “We have eagerly reopened the doors of our Ingham site and extend a warm invitation to the community to experience the unparalleled quality and convenience we offer. As one of Australia's fastest-growing fuel and convenience brands, United Petroleum is excited
Read the full storyKindness and community spirit are alive and well at Terry & Mamiko’s Cafe in Cardwell. Their 11th community tip jar has raised $122.35 for the Cardwell SES, a volunteer group dedicated to supporting the region in times of need.
Though it is a small jar, it continues to fill with the generosity of customers. Every coin and note collected goes towards helping local organisations that make a real difference in the community. The SES volunteers certainly appreciate this latest show of support.
The giving does not stop there. The cafe’s 12th community tip jar is now raising funds to support the Velocity Raptors from Gilroy Santa Maria College, Ingham. This talented team will soon head to Germany to compete in the world championships. One of their members is Nate, son of popular local educator Miss Suzette from Cardwell Early Learning.
There is also a donation jar in store to support the Cardwell Country Club’s Breast Cancer Awareness fundraiser, ahead of the Pink Party on Saturday 21st of June.
Next time you pop in, why not drop in some spare change? Every little bit goes towards an importand local cause!