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 storyHiya Hinchinbrook Shire! This past weekend was so packed with events that it was difficult to make it to them all, but rest assured, I tried my best. Thank you to all who sent in reports on the events I couldn't get to!
I took my mother out to the races and we enjoyed the sunshine and the horses at the Ingham Gold Cup. So many beautiful people out in their race-day best, I know the Fashion On The Fields competition was just as fierce as the horse racing! I didn't place any bets myself, but in hindsight, maybe I should have. My mother and I had a little friendly competition between us, and our picks kept coming in the top 3. I guess we knew how to pick them! I greatly enjoy most horse sports, and I am happy I got to share the memories of my first horse races with my wonderful mother.
I also had a quick moment to visit the Conroy Hall Markets after Parkrun on Saturday, and it was quaint with some stalls inside the hall and some outside. Many talented stallholders let me take their pictures for my next market feature (coming soon!). I picked up a little sponge cake and it was so soft and fluffy, I enjoyed it as a post-Parkrun pick-me-up.
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Fun Fact: champion racehorse Winx's filly by stallion Pierro sold for a world record $10 million in 2024. The sale set an all-time southern hemisphere record for a thoroughbred yearling, doubling the $5 million paid for Black Caviar's half-brother in 2013.
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