Tasman Turtle Picnic Day Shire Success Scores of locals and travellers flocked to TYTO Wetlands as Tasman Turtle returned with craft, food, activities, and family fun. With a rock climbing wall, circus acts, laser tag, pony rides, and a petting zoo, there was something for everyone. Music filled the air, even getting Tasman dancing, and the park buzzed from start to finish. Faces were covered with ice cream and fairy floss, but most importantly big smiles. Deputy Mayor Mary Brown happily remark
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Two respected members of the Hinchinbrook region have been named in the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours, receiving national recognition for their dedication to the community and their service over many years. Patrick Brown, Officer in Charge at the Ingham Ambulance Station, has been awarded the Ambulance Service Medal, one of the highest honours available to an Australian paramedic. With 46 years of experience, most of it in rural and regional Queensland, Mr Brown has long been regarded as a stea
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By Victoria Velton In the quiet coastal town of Taylor’s Beach, Jayden McNeill is solving more than just colorful puzzles; he’s solved his way to global recognition. A Rubik’s Cube champion with international acclaim, McNeill’s story is one of perseverance, precision, and passion. It all started when a seven-year-old Jayden received a Rubik’s Cube for Christmas. Like many, he shelved it after failing to solve it. But years later, inspired by classmates in high school, he revisited the cube and
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A Tool For Real-World Readiness When most people hear “LARPing” (Live Action Role-Playing), images of medieval knights and fantasy creatures might spring to mind. But for a growing community in Townsville, LARPing has evolved far beyond weekend cosplay, it’s becoming a valuable tool for real-world training and personal growth. The newly launched Townsville chapter of Swordcraft, Australia’s largest medieval battle and role-playing game, brings enthusiasts together every fortnight. What began as
Read the full storyHiya Hinchinbrook Shire! This week was full of moments that proved that the Shire is well on its way back to really thriving.
The library and the gallery at the TYTO wetlands have opened their doors, finally! Because what's a town without a library and community cultural centre? We can't grow if we can't read, learn, and express ourselves creatively. Another place that has re-opened that I'm excited for is the Vinnies, I just love combing through the racks and such for my new favourite, second-hand treasure. Op-shopping for odds-n-ends, a cake tin or new pair of boots, maybe a lovely old teacup set and a sparkly cocktail dress, odd combination or no, its the fun in the finding.
I have to mention the absolutely delightful Tasman Turtle Day that happened this Saturday. The crowds! So many families came to play, laugh, eat delicious treats and try things. Even I had a go at the archery and got the fox target in the chest and the boar target in the shoulder. I met Tasman, mermaid Ariel, and notorious pirate Jack Sparrow, all while dashing about and snapping photos for the social spread in the later pages of this weeks edition. Go look, you might even spot yourself!
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Fun Fact: In 1493, Christopher Columbus spotted three “mermaids.” How did he describe them? “They are not as beautiful as they are painted, since in some ways they have a face like a man” He most certainly spotted manatees or "sea cows" as they are lovingly nicknamed.
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