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WE STAND TO REMEMBER Community Gathers To Commemorate ANZAC Day

This year's ANZAC Day saw hundreds turn out to remember the efforts of Australia and New Zealand's great service men and women. Veterans, schools, clubs and businesses poured into the streets to march in grand parades, and packed in close to attend services held across the Hinchinbrook Shire. Beautiful wreaths were lain and the bugles mournful tones echoed across respectful silences as flags were lowered to half mast. A gunfire breakfast, coffee and traditional ANZAC biscuits kept everyone going

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Catching Up With Allan

Allan Colquhoun grew up in Sydney, but his life has taken him far beyond the city limits. In his youth, he worked with a station owner named Bob, whose property combined dairy and sheep farming with a focus on Jersey bulls and cows. One vivid memory that’s stayed with him is of Bob chasing down a bull meant for butchering on his stock horse —a beast that, to Allan’s amazement, climbed over the holding fence one hoof at a time to escape. Allan spent most of his working life as a coastal travelle

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Chamber Coffee April Connect Update

Hinchinbrook Chamber of Commerce, Industry & Tourism held their monthly Coffee Connect last week, being hosted by local business Wild Local. There was a very strong attendance at this event, with Federal Member for Kennedy Bob Katter and KAP Senate candidate, Robbie Lyon. Rebecca and Dom Zaghini provided a delicious light snacks and gave the audience an overview of their business journey from inception to their current location, the diverse range of products they provide and some insight into t

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Ingham's Kennel Club Barks Up The Showgrounds

Over the weekend, the Ingham Kennel Club hosted six rounds of dog shows, featuring judges from across Australia who rotated to ensure fair and balanced competition. Dogs were entered into one of seven group categories, with the Toy Group attracting the largest number of entries. Sunday's shows saw the Italian Greyhound emerge as a standout, making up 20 of the 170 total entries across the weekend. Unique and rarely seen breeds like the Xoloitzcuintli and Briard added excitement to the event, of

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Wallaman Falls Closure

March 4, 2025

Hinchinbrook Shire Council has advised that Wallaman Falls Road will remain closed until further notice due to significant damage caused by recent heavy rainfall.

The extent of the damage has made the road impassable, and authorities are urging travellers to avoid the area until repairs can be completed.

Council has stressed that there is no access to Wallaman Falls at this time, and visitors planning a trip to the popular natural attraction will need to make alternative arrangements.

Safety remains a top priority, and engineers will assess the extent of the damage before any timelines for reopening can be provided.

Wallaman Falls is Australia’s tallest single-drop waterfall and it is a key tourist destination in the Hinchinbrook region, drawing visitors from across the country.

Located 51 kilometres south-west of Ingham this stunning waterfall is a highly popular destination for locals and travellers alike.

Whilst repairs to the road are pending, the council encourages travellers to explore other attractions in the area.

Stay updated by going to Queensland National Parks website and visiting the Park Alerts page.

Significant damage to Wallaman Falls Road has closed access to the Falls. Photo sourced: Facebook
Wallaman Falls is a popular tourist destination in the region. Photo sourced: Tourism and Events Queensland

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