At the Ingham Sugar City Rodeo From the moment the gates opened, the air buzzed with the sound of hooves, cheering crowds, and the anticipation of more than 25 rodeo events. Tiny riders on ponies, fearless juniors, seasoned stock professionals, and the ever-popular charity bull ride had the crowd on their feet. With daring competitors and non-stop entertainment, this year’s rodeo once again proved why it is one of the most exciting events on the northern calendar. Cowboys and cowgirls
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Ergon Energy Network is urging gardeners to carefully consider what they plant near powerlines and other electrical assets, with fast-growing species like bamboo causing thousands of power outages and posing serious safety risks. Ergon Energy Network Area Manager Rick Madden said planting the wrong trees or plants too close to powerlines can lead to dangerous situations, including fallen powerlines, emergency power outages and electric shocks. “Bamboo is one of the worst offenders because it g
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Forrest Beach has always been a place where community and coastline meet, and now it has a new chapter in its real estate story. After more than 40 years of dedicated service, Mary Venables has retired, passing the torch of Venables Real Estate to Richard and Lisa, who have proudly launched Forrest Beach Real Estate. The change marks the end of an era, but also a fresh beginning for the township and its real estate landscape. Mary’s journey in the industry is nothing short of remarkable. Arrivi
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Walter W. Mason’s Book Launch in Ingham Ingham welcomed local author Walter W. Mason for the launch of his two highly anticipated books, Little Girl Beautiful and The Blue Bus, and the event was nothing short of a triumph. The community gathered in high spirits, catching up with Mason, sharing stories, and celebrating a lifetime of connection to the region. By the end of the launch, every copy of The Blue Bus had sold out, and Mason was down to his last box of Little Girl Beautiful. Those who mi
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What a weekend for sports and events it’s been! I was absolutely stoked to cheer on all our local cowboys and riders at the rodeo. Seeing the skill on the arena sands was incredible. I swear some of those horses were almost parallel to the ground as they sped around the barrels. Watching them race and bend makes me want to improve my own riding skills; it looked like so much fun.
My favourite events were the saddle bronc and steer wrestling. Some of those cowboys were thrown even higher than the bulls off those bucking broncos! And watching a skilled rider leap from his horse, tackle a steer, flip it, and truss it up — just amazing. Truly outstanding displays of skill.
Now, as the Maraka Festival draws closer, I’m excited to share that I’ve put my name in the ring for Maraka Queen! Many friends and locals encouraged me, so I thought I’d give it a go; besides, who doesn’t look good in a crown?
If you’d be interested in being a sponsor, please reach out! Shoot me an email. The Hinchinbrook Life team is proud to have me as an entrant, and I want to do this for the town and the festival itself. I hope having your local journo participating and not just on the sidelines gets everybody hyped for Maraka!
Victoria
Fun Fact: A rodeo clown's job is to protect the rider from the bull after he dismounts or is bucked off by distracting the bull and providing alternative targets for the bull to chase.
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