Students Shine At Annual Combined Secondary Schools’ Ball On Saturday, 6 September, the Ingham State High School auditorium shimmered with elegance and excitement, as almost 200 students from all secondary schools across the district gathered for the annual Combined Secondary Schools’ Ball. Students from Ingham State High School, Gilroy Santa Maria College, and St Teresa’s College, Abergowrie, came together for a night of celebration, friendship, and unforgettable memories. Representing Y
Read the full storyGilroy Santa Maria College is preparing to mark a major milestone, celebrating 75 years of excellence in education with a special event on Wednesday, 30 October 2025. Originally scheduled for last year but postponed due to severe weather events, this long-awaited celebration will bring together current and former students, staff, and members of the wider community to reflect on the College’s rich history and look ahead to an exciting future. It is a wonderful opportunity to honour the gen
Read the full storyKeeping Queensland Homes Fire-Safe When it comes to protecting your family, a few simple precautions can make all the difference. That’s where Safehome, a free initiative by the Queensland Fire Department (QFD), comes in. Designed to help householders identify and eliminate fire and general safety hazards, Safehome offers personalised advice right where it matters most – in your own home. Upon request, firefighters will visit your property at a time that suits you, inspecting for potentia
Read the full storyCalling all basketball fanatics! The Ingham Basketball Association Inc. have excitingly announced two of the biggest names in Australian basketball are coming to Ingham next Thursday the 25th of September to host an unforgettable She Hoops clinic program! Three-time WNBA MVP and four-time WNBA Champion, Lauren Jackson and former Opals Captain, Tess Madgen will grace the Ingham State School courts from 9am to 10:30am for the community clinic. “These incredible athletes aren’t just passing throu
Read the full storyThe Ingham Lions Club is now accepting nominations for this year’s Sportstar of the Year Awards, to be held on Tuesday, 2 September 2025 at the RSL Ingham.
These prestigious awards have a proud history, with the first ceremony held in 1977. Forty-eight years on, the tradition continues, and this year’s winners will go on to represent the Hinchinbrook Shire at the NQ Sports Foundation – NQ Sportstar Awards in Townsville on Saturday, 25 October 2025.
To be eligible, nominees must be Hinchinbrook residents or represent a local organisation, with achievements in their chosen sport between 1 September 2024 and the nomination closing date.
Award categories include:
Senior Sportstar of the Year
Junior Sportstar of the Year
Masters Sportstar of the Year
Para-athlete Sportstar of the Year
Team of the Year
Recognition of Service Award – for a volunteer who has gone above and beyond for sport in our district across many years of service.
The Ingham Lions Club sincerely thanks Hinchinbrook Shire Council, Wilmar, Townsville Lime and Gypsum, and Hip Pocket Workwear and Safety Ingham for their support.
Anyone can submit a nomination. If you know an athlete or volunteer worthy of recognition, please don’t hesitate to nominate them.
Nominations close Monday, 25 August 2025. Winners will be announced at the awards night on Tuesday, 2 September.
Nomination forms are available by emailing inghamlionssportstarawards@gmail.com or contacting Sharon on 0402 902 887.