TOP NEWS

Yeah Baby! 50 New Babies Welcomed Into The Community

The Tyto Conference Centre was filled with joy, pride, and absolute cuteness overload on Saturday May 17, as Hinchinbrook celebrated its annual Baby Welcome Ceremony. Held in the beautiful wetlands, the event marked a record turnout, with 50 newborns officially welcomed into the community. Mayor of Hinchinbrook, Ramon Jayo, expressed his delight at the overwhelming participation, saying, "It's amazing to see, we normally have in 30-40 but today we have 50 babies to welcome. We are very pleased

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The Remarkable Lives of Harry Berger & Stephanie Hubinger

by Victoria Velton Harry Berger and Stephanie Hubinger’s lives are deeply intertwined with their hometown. From their humble beginnings to their impactful roles in the region, their story is one of dedication, resilience, and community spirit. Harry Berger, originally from Western Australia, arrived in the area in 1959 as part of his military service with the Army’s Survey Corps. His work in surveying and mapping was vital for opening up the region. Harry’s team played a pivotal role in recordi

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The Today Show Shines A Spotlight On Lucinda

Lucinda recently found itself in the national spotlight as the Today Show rolled into town as part of their regional roadshow. Host Tim Davies and his crew brought a vibrant energy to the community, showcasing the unique charm and warmth that Lucinda and the surrounding areas have to offer. For Tim Davies, it was a welcome return to a place he holds dear. "It's my second time here, and it's been so good to come back and experience the lifestyle here," he said. "It's been great being in the regi

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ONE WEEK TO GO! The Canegrowers Herbert River Link2Country Expo

The countdown is on! The highly anticipated Link2Country Expo, presented by CANEGROWERS, is just around the corner, making its debut on May 23rd and 24th at the Ingham Showgrounds. This action-packed, two-day event is set to bring the agricultural sector to life, connecting local communities to hands-on experiences, career opportunities, and much more. With just a week to go, excitement is building as preparations for the event come to a close. The expo will feature trade stalls hosted by indus

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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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Hinchinbrook Shire Council brings "Find Your Future In Hinchinbrook" to the Canegrowers Herbert River Link2Country Expo
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A Minute With The Mayor Ramon Jayo
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Hinchinbrook Community Recovery Support Continues
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Card Games & Cent Sales For A Cause
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Birds & Brushstrokes
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