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 storyThe CANEGROWERS Policy Council, which met in Brisbane last week, has recognised and congratulated sugar mill workers across Queensland for their efforts in delivering a smooth start to the 2025 crushing season.
CANEGROWERS has the unique ability to bring together grass roots farmers from each mill supply area across the state for this two-day meeting to discuss industry policy and strategy. Amongst a range of long- and short-term priorities discussed there was a common view that one month into the 2025 crush, in most areas it has been a positive start.
CANEGROWERS Chair Owen Menkens said favourable weather has played a role, but it’s clear that the hard work and investment during the off-season maintenance period is paying off.
“We know the last five years have been incredibly tough for everyone in the industry, with persistent challenges in milling reliability,” Mr Menkens said.
“That’s why it’s so important to call it as we see it — and right now, mill workers across the state deserve credit for a job well done in getting this season off to a solid start.”
CEO Dan Galligan echoed the sentiment, acknowledging that while the season hasn’t been without its usual workforce challenges, the collaborative effort across the industry is what drives success.
“Growers, harvesters and millers, all rely on each other,” Mr Galligan said.
“When we work well together, we are all stronger — and the start to this season shows what’s possible when we pull in the same direction.”
The Policy Council agreed that continued cooperation, transparency and mutual respect across all parts of the supply chain will be essential to maintaining momentum and tackling the inevitable challenges ahead.
“At CANEGROWERS, we believe in telling it straight,” Mr Menkens said.
“And this season, the story starts with a positive tone — thanks to the people who made it happen.”
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