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 storyFriends of a feather celebrating art together, if you haven't yet, go and see all the beautiful birds artfully depicted in the Tyto Gallery. It's flocking fantastic to see the skill and love for Hinchinbrook's birdlife on display. I know I was thrown to the wind by a few of the pieces, and maybe you fall so in love with one, you may even purchase it to take home after the exhibition finishes.
This week was also a time to recognise our local legends and heroes, Police and Rural Fireies, receiving awards for their dedication and service. I got to meet Ian of the Ingahm S.E.S., and I can say I never knew how much they did for the community. Thank you all for your service to this community and beyond.
Things are also ramping up for the Australian UFO festival. This looks to be the best festival for anyone who loves everything about the stars and beyond, and as someone who has never experienced an alien encounter (yet!), I am definitely looking forward to reporting on it, maybe I'll even see a few of you there enjoying the workshops or partying it up in your best alien disguises.
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Fun Fact: Spaceballs is a 1987 American space opera parody film co-written, produced and directed by Mel Brooks. It primarily parodies the original Star Wars trilogy and was one of the first sci-fi films I ever saw, sparking a love for Mel Brooks films and the sci-fi genre. Doctor Who was also a childhood favourite, who's your favourite Doctor?
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