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Government Inaction Has Flying Foxes In Fight For Survival

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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Ingham Pauses To Honour Fallen Police Officers

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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HINCHINBROOK Cadets Shine At ESCAPE Week In Brisbane

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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Compassion On Wheels

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

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Victoria's View | 20 May 2025

May 20, 2025

Hiya Hinchinbrook Shire! Wow what a week and what a packed weekend, no rest for the journalists when the region is absolutely thriving.

I met so many amazing achievers this week across sports, trades, and television, and learned so much about the pioneering history of the Cardwell region. The Today Show visited Lucinda, and 50 new babies were welcomed, Parkrun had a morning of absolute highs, the Markets at the Mosaic where back, and Australia didn't make it to the grand final in Eurovision. It's just astounding how so much can happen in such a short time.

I want to circle back to Australia and Eurovision. In my family it's our tradition to wake up at the wee hours of 5am and tune in to watch Europe sing the house down. Australia often gets invited to participate and compete against other European countries, and we have come close to winning quite a few times. However, our artist this year, Go-Jo and his very funny song 'Milkshake Man' didn't make it past the first round. Next year I hope we score better as it would be amazing to see Australia host such a prestigious and vibrant musical contest.

Victoria

Fun Fact: The Eurovision Song Contest 2020 was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The first (and only) time in 64 years that Eurovision was cancelled.

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