Ingham Juniors Beat Brothers 5-4 To Win Kelso Cup This was Ingham Pups’ second carnival victory of the season so far, they went 1-nil down in this final... But a Beatts double, plus goals from Sammy Pearce, Archer Carr and Thomas Martin helped fire Ingham to victory. Huxley Beatts scored a last-gasp winner to seal a 5-4 win for Ingham Pups over Brothers in the Kelso Cup grand final in Townsville. The goal was the culmination of a dramatic comeback for Ingham’s under-7s, who twice came
Read the full storyOn Thursday 10 July, the Cardwell RSL became a vital hub of information and support as more than 35 residents and service representatives gathered for the Cardwell Community Rebuild Info Session. Organised by Centacare FNQ, the evening brought together key organisations supporting North Queenslanders affected by the 2025 floods and now in the rebuilding phase. The session was hosted in partnership with Centacare’s Disaster Recovery and Resilience Hub, the Queensland Building and Construction Co
Read the full storyBy Victoria Velton I had the pleasure of visiting the Conroy Hall Market, and it was a real treat. I wandered through tables of vibrant handmade goods, admired the lush array of plants, and couldn’t resist taking home a delicious sponge cake. The friendly stallholders made it feel like a true community hub, and I only wished I’d stayed longer to enjoy the live music from the choir. If you haven’t been yet, the next Conroy Hall Market is on Saturday, 9 August, from 7:30am to 11:30am at
Read the full storyThe Hinchinbrook Community Support Centre (HCSC) Seniors Morning Coffee Club proudly hosted an amazing Christmas in July celebration, bringing together seniors from across our region for a day of good food, fun, and festive cheer. What began as a planned gathering for 80 quickly grew to a sold-out event, welcoming 120 guests who filled the Noorla Bowls Club in Ingham to capacity. Our usual Coffee Club of around 40 members more than tripled in size for this special day, with the added delig
Read the full storyWhen pests invade your home or business, you want someone local, experienced, and reliable to handle the job, someone like Michael Slater. Better known around Ingham and the Hinchinbrook region as The Pest Control Guy! With over 22 years of hands-on experience in the pest control industry, Michael has built a reputation for thorough, friendly, and professional service that’s as dependable as it is effective.
Michael offers a wide range of services, including termite treatments, cockroach control, bee, wasp and bird removal, building and pest inspections, and pre-construction termite management. Whether you’re dealing with a sudden infestation or planning ahead, he brings cutting-edge techniques and top-grade products to every job. Fully licensed and insured, Michael gives his clients peace of mind while delivering tailored solutions that actually work.
Flexibility is one of Michael’s strengths. Available six days a week, he works around your schedule because pests don’t wait for convenience, and neither should you. The flood waters may have gone, but they left behind many resilient pests that thrive in damp conditions and can wreak havoc if not addressed quickly. Cockroaches, ants, and termites better beware as Michael knows exactly where to look and how to act swiftly to prevent their long-term damage to your property.
What truly sets Michael apart is his local knowledge and community-first approach. As a Hinchinbrook local, he understands the unique challenges of pest control in tropical North Queensland and is always ready to help his fellow residents protect their homes.
So, if you’ve got spiders in the shed, ants in the pantry, or termites in the timber, don’t wait. Call Michael Slater: The Pest Control Guy today on 0409 065 069 or 0439 722 311, or email appc147@gmail.com