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As someone who’s passionate about sports, I have to admit — Rugby League isn’t my number one sport - I am more of a Rugby Union kind of guy, but please do not hold that against me! While I may not share the same deep connection to ‘League’ as many Queenslanders, I still make sure to watch the State of Origin every year and, of course, support the Maroons.
This weekend, I’ll be heading to Townsville to watch the Cowboys play. I know they’ve been having a tough season, but I’m hopeful that the home crowd can give them the boost they need to secure their first win.
Although rugby league isn’t my primary interest, I do follow other sports, particularly football (or soccer, as some call it). My team, Newcastle United, just won a trophy after 70 years, and I can’t tell you how exciting it was to wake up at 2am to watch the match. It was definitely worth it!
Drop In With Daniel
On the local sports front, I received an update from Councillor Mark Spina this week about two local boys who competed in the ABCRA National Finals in Tamworth earlier this year. You can read all about their achievements on the back cover and on page 27. It’s always great to see our community’s talent shining on a bigger stage.
With the sports season now underway, I’m excited to expand the sports section in the paper. It’s going to be fantastic to include local sports results, photos, and stories of our community members doing what they love.
And here’s the best part—if you’re part of a local sporting club, we’d love to hear from you! Just send us a 250-word report by 9am Monday morning, and we’ll publish it for free in that week’s edition.
I look forward to hearing from you!
Daniel
FREE SHOWER AND SWIM FOR
WSTRANDED TRUCKIES
ith heavy rains and flooding over the Bruce Highway last week, truckies were stuck in Ingham unable to travel north and south. Truckies in Cardwell were also stuck unable to travel south on their routes.
A frustrating delay for truckies, but Cardwell Swimming Pool opened their gates for truckies and stranded travellers, enabling them to use the full facilities free of charge.
Truck drivers enjoyed the showers and access to the pool…..
June Cotter Manager of Cardwell Swimming Pool said she was inspired to open the pool to stranded travellers and truck drivers because her nephew is a truckie, and she would like someone to look after him if he was stuck.
“There was nothing for them here in town so I said, just come and use the showers for free,” said June.
This isn’t the first time June has opened the pool and showers for travellers and truck drivers.
During the last flood in February she opened it once again.
“Last time it was so hot, and they’re all out there sitting in the sun, and I had toilets and showers, so I just put it out there. Why don’t you just come and have a shower?”
“We fed them for three days at nighttime and breakfast until they left,” said June.
“The community bought stuff in and helped me and my staff and family. They bought soft drinks, so they didn’t have to pay for them.”
June’s generosity and the support of the Cardwell community provided much-needed relief for stranded truck drivers and travellers. By opening the pool’s facilities, she not only offered comfort but also demonstrated the kindness and resilience that small towns are known for.
Saturated Ground Increases Flood Susceptibility
Although this recent rain event is considered “minor,” the community remains on high alert, with flood levels recorded close to the peak of January’s devastating floods on the Halifax Bridge gauge.
Hinchinbrook Shire Council reminds residents that the ground is still heavily saturated from January’s floods, with the water table remaining high. As a result, any additional heavy rainfall is likely to lead to flooding more quickly than usual.
However, these areas are also expected to recede faster than in previous events.
Last week, more than 450mm of rain was recorded in just 24 hours.
Deputy Mayor Mary Brown noted that the rainfall was concentrated in “a very, very short period of time, very localised, but it moved quickly.”
“The recent rain event affected the Ingham CBD and surrounding areas, but the water also drained away quickly,” she explained.
“The Lower Herbert was also impacted, particularly areas like Halifax, Lucinda, Macknade, and Taylors Beach, which are at the end of the river system.”
In addition to the local flooding, the Bruce Highway was again cut off for a period last
Thursday.
Mary Brown shared that trucks were briefly allowed to pass Thursday evening before the road was closed again until the following morning.
The Seymour River Bridge remains the main issue, having historically caused frequent road closures, and this latest event was no exception.
Currently, no flood resistance measures are in place for this area.
The Gairloch Washaway is another known issue on the Bruce Highway, with flood mitigation works currently underway to address this problem.
So far this year, the Bruce Highway has been closed for more than 16 days, severely disrupting traffic flow through the region.
“It is potentially not over yet; this is an exceptionally wet ‘wet season,’ and we often get it in waves. So, while it’s not uncommon, it’s important to stay alert and prepared,” explained Deputy Mayor Mary Brown.
Since January’s extreme flooding, Mary Brown has worked closely with other Hinchinbrook Shire Councillors to coordinate the recovery process and compile data that will inform future responses to similar events.
Councillors have identified short, medium, and long-term actions that will form the basis of the region’s recovery plan.
These actions include ensuring flood-damaged items are removed from properties
within two weeks, and providing quick access to emergency grants to help the community recover faster.
Both of these initiatives proved successful during the January floods and have been prioritised for future events.
While the community continues to recover, Council urges residents to stay vigilant but not alarmed, reassuring them that the Council is prepared to respond swiftly and effectively if needed.
Familiar scene for Macknade residents who are once again watching the flood waters rise. Photo credit: Kimberley Veltmeyer
Dametto Says Enough Is Enough! Following
Gairloch And Seymour Flooding
The wet season rain has once again cut the Bruce Highway at the Seymour and Gairloch crossings, leaving locals stranded, businesses struggling, and supply chains in disarray. This isn’t a one-off event, as many of you would know, it’s a recurring disaster that demands immediate action.
For too long, successive State and Federal Governments have failed to prioritise flood-resilient infrastructure for North Queensland. The Gairloch project, which includes the notorious Seymour crossing, has been stuck in bureaucratic limbo for over a decade, despite having $48 million in funding. Yet, construction hasn’t even started.
So far in 2025, the Bruce Highway has been closed at Seymour for 16 days, and we’re not even at the end of March. Imagine if a major highway in Brisbane or Sydney was shut down for over two weeks. It wouldn’t be tolerated, and neither should this.
Every time our highway is cut, food, fuel, and essential supplies can’t get into the northern areas, and local produce can’t get out. Freight companies are forced onto the costly inland route, driving up prices for businesses and consumers alike. Meanwhile, the tourism industry also suffers as visitors reroute their trips to avoid flood-affected areas.
To add insult to injury, the State and Federal Governments have committed $9 billion to the Bruce Highway, yet not a single cent is dedicated to flood immunity projects. Instead, the money is going towards safety upgrades that do nothing to keep the road open when it matters most.
That’s why I’ve written an open letter to every MP from Hinchinbrook to the tip of Cape York, urging them to stand together and demand:
a) The immediate fast-tracking of the Gairloch (and Seymour) project to ensure no more time is wasted
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b) A fair share of the $9 billion Bruce Highway package for flood immunity projects. Improving food immunity for this section of the Bruce Highway should be everyone’s concern, I look forward to one day seeing
construction start on the Gairloch and Seymour sections of the highway. Contributed with thanks to Nick Dametto MP Member for Hinchinbrook
Dametto says the Bruce Highway has been cut for 16 days so far this year and “enough is enough”. Photo supplied
Council Calls On Residents To Prevent Weed And Pest Spread Following Floods
Hinchinbrook Shire Council is reminding North Queenslanders to take simple precautions after the recent flooding event to help stop the spread of weeds and pest animals.
Councillor Kate Milton, Chair of the Environment Sub Group said, “locals and travellers alike should heed warnings about the possible spread of biosecurity matters including dirt, plants and building materials.
“Weed seeds can be spread easily, but so can invasive pests such as Yellow Crazy Ants,” she said.
“The floods were a devastating natural disaster, but if we are not careful, we might be faced with a natural disaster of a different kind – an increase and spread of weed infestations and the introduction of new pests,” Cr Milton advised.
Yellow Crazy Ants have already caused significant problems in Townsville and Cairns. These highly invasive ants form massive colonies and pose a serious threat to local wildlife, as they spray formic acid that can blind and kill small animals. They have been known to
eliminate insect and bird populations in affected areas.
Council is urging residents to remain vigilant and report any sightings of unusual-looking ants. Yellow Crazy Ants can be transported through building materials, soil, and potted plants.
There are also a number of invasive weeds, including Gamba grass, Siam weed, and Navua sedge. Cr Kate Milton said people need to be aware of them.
Gamba grass has taken hold in several pockets of the Tablelands Regional Council area, and it is a significant concern due to its rapid spread and high flammability. This invasive species has now become an environmental hazard, increasing the risk of large-scale fires. It is already well-established in the Northern Territory, with its presence growing in Far North Queensland.
Another weed is Siam weed, which is spreading through the Herbert River area. Known for its aggressive growth, Siam weed can quickly overtake landscapes if not controlled promptly. While
landowners have been managing it near their properties, the recent increase in river activity has raised concerns about its further spread downstream. Experts warn that if left unchecked, Siam weed could become a widespread issue, choking native vegetation and disrupting local ecosystems.
Nauva sedge is another persistent problem, particularly for cattle producers. This highly invasive weed is notorious for its resilience and rapid spread, making it a nightmare for farmers. Once established, it can be challenging to eradicate and can severely impact pasture quality and agricultural productivity. Council acknowledges that everyone is busy with the clean-up. Still, it is also essential that all landholders remain vigilant for any new infestations that might take hold due to the floods and take action early if they see anything new on recently disturbed parts of their properties. If you need assistance identifying pest weeds or further information regarding control measures, please call the Council’s Natural Assets team on 07 4776 4607.
Yellow Crazy Ant
Gamba Grass
Siam Weed
Nauva Sedge
GRANT FUNDING FOR COMMUNITY AND SPORTING GROUPS
In response to Tropical Cyclone Alfred and North Queensland Flood Event, a special RACQ Foundation grant round of $500,000 has been opened. With up to $25,000 available to individual projects, RACQ Foundation encourages eligible organisations to apply.
RACQ Foundation Community Grants
Program was established in 2011 to help Queensland communities impacted by natural disasters. Since then, we have distributed more than $15m to over 500 recipients across the state.
Applicants can apply for up to $25,000 for each project, or up to $50,000 in extreme circumstances. Projects must relate specifically to Tropical Cyclone Alfred or the North Queensland Floods to assist with recovery efforts.
Who can apply for the grant
1. Queensland community groups and organisations (sporting clubs, historical and show societies, men’s sheds etc)
2. Charities that help Queenslanders
3. First Nations councils
Type Of Recovery-Based Projects
Considered
•Equipment
Projects related to personal protective
equipment (PPE), compliance, equipment for the organisation’s use and/or sporting equipment. Excluding technology.
• Capital works
Projects requesting funding for updates to infrastructure, renovations and other types of building work. Mitigation/resilience components to protect from future events must be incorporated.
• Technology
Includes projects related to digital services, technology equipment (such as replacement of hardware and software) and connectivity.
• Human Services
Projects related to mental health, wellbeing, and domestic violence.
How To apply
Applying online for the Grant is easy; applicants can save and return to the form at their convenience. Our website has all the information you’ll need to compile and submit your application.
If you have any queries regarding the special grant round, or if you are having trouble filling out the form, please email racqfoundation@racq.com.au or call 07 3872 8603.
Croc Sighting In Lucinda
Afamiliar face made a reappearance over the weekend, when it’s 4-metre long reptilian body was spotted cruising the waterways outside the Lucinda Cove Resort.
Owner of the resort, Paul McLennan, said this snap-happy neighbour lives out the front of his home and has visited the resort twice now.
Despite the croc appearing to be of no immediate danger to the public, Paul assured locals he will be keeping an eye on it.
“If he’s doing it frequently we might have to get him moved on,” he explained.
Paul also said the croc has been in the area for quite a while but usually resides 100 metres up the river.
Crocodiles can be found in freshwater and saltwater locations along the coast and in-
land including, rivers and creeks, swamps, lagoons, waterholes, beaches, oceans and offshore of islands too.
It’s important to stay Crocwise in Croc Country, but especially after floods as they can migrate to locations, they never had access to before.
If you see a crocodile in report it to the Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation by using the QWildlife app, by accessing the sighting report online or by calling 1300 130 372.
Being Crocwise starts with three simple steps:
• Keep out of the water
• Stay more than 5 metres away from the water’s edge
• Keep a sturdy object between yourself and the water
Lucinda Cove Resort posted on their Instagram and Facebook to announce the croc’s arrival.
Photo sourced: Facebook
Go Bananas At The River Feast!
Sunday, 30th March will see the culmination of the four-day Feast of the Senses Festival with the signature event, Australian Bananas River Feast, the biggest of all the events during the festival. Gates open at 9.00am on Sunday morning, and entry is free.
“We are thrilled that the Australian Bananas River Feast is almost here,” said committee President Rosi Jensen. “Our volunteer committee has worked incredibly hard to bring this event to the community, and it would not happen without the financial support of Australian Bananas and numerous other supporters, including the Cassowary Coast Council,” she said.
“We’re still looking for volunteers to assist the committee with set-up from 5am. Early birds can just turn up on the day to volunteer and will earn a free breakfast voucher. Just sign in at the volunteer tent first and remember to wear your closed-in shoes for safety.”
There will be an amazing array of food on offer, local produce, cooking demonstrations & tastings on the Brothers’ Leagues Club Canecutter Court stage and musical entertainment on the riverbank featuring local performers. There’s a great line-up of entertainment commencing at 9.30am.
The event will showcase arts, crafts, artisanal foods, and delicious treats, creating a
vibrant tropical atmosphere. The highlight is the Rare & Tropical Fruit display by the Cassowary Coast Rare Fruits Association, sponsored by Paronella Park. Visitors can sample the fruits before bidding at the end-of-day auction. The marquee, sponsored by Murray Brothers, will host the display.
For families, the Feast of Fun Kid Zone at the skatepark end of the riverbank, sponsored by Soils First, offers inflatable rides, art and craft activities, and more. Rides are $5 each or $20 for an all-day wristband.
This amazing ‘top 10’ Queensland event is right on your doorstep, so don’t miss it!
For more information go to www.feastofthesenses.com.au/events/
Bringing Indigenous Knowledge Into Education
Connecting the Dots through Culture is making significant strides in embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives into everyday practice within education and support services.
Established in 2019, the company is dedicated to training educators and professionals to create culturally inclusive environments where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and children feel valued, respected, and seen.
Co-founders Jackie Bennett and Cecelia See Kee bring decades of experience in community work and education. Their shared vision arose from a recognised need for sustainable, long-term programs that go beyond the short-term cycles of government funding.
“Our biggest mission is working within the Early Childhood sector—because that’s where real change begins,” says the team.
Connecting the Dots through Culture delivers a range of training programs, including the powerful ‘Hidden Histories’ workshop, which explores Australia’s true history from pre-colonisation to the present day. The program invites participants to reflect on where their own family histories intersect with this timeline, creating space for personal connection and understanding.
The organisation’s professional develop-
ment packages also include mentoring and hands-on workshops, typically delivered in small groups to foster meaningful discussion and engagement.
A standout feature of their work is the immersive study tours to Cherbourg and Thursday Island. These experiences allow educators to learn firsthand about the rich diversity within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities offering a deeper insight into the diversity of the two cultures.
In addition to training, Connecting the Dots through Culture now offers a growing range of educational resources— books, puzzles, and culturally responsive teaching tools—available at their newly expanded shopfront on Palm Terrace in Ingham.
With a growing national reach, Connecting the Dots through Culture continues to foster cultural understanding within education and community services.
Cecelia See Kee, Jackie Bennett, Lauris Winship, Lacey Long
COMMUNITY MURAL TO BRING COLOUR TO DUNGENESS
Asplash of colour is coming to Dungeness, and the community is invited to grab a brush and be part of the transformation!
On Sunday 30 March 2025, mural artist Lavinia Letheby will lead a “paint by numbers” workshop at the Dungeness Toilet Block, Dungeness, turning the space into a stunning new public artwork.
This vibrant artwork will showcase the diverse marine life, mangroves, and fish species that call the Hinchinbrook Channel home, bringing the beauty of our waterways to life!
The event runs from 9.00am to 2.00pm, welcoming participants of all ages and abilities.
This workshop is all about bringing people together to create something beautiful for the community. No experience is needed—just enthusiasm!
The Lucinda Progress Association will provide a free sausage sizzle, making it a fantastic day out for families and community members alike.
Participants are encouraged to bring a hat, sunscreen, and water.
Come along, grab a paintbrush, and leave your mark on a lasting piece of community art!
The Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) is a partnership between the
FIND YOUR FUTURE IN HINCHINBROOK EXPANDS FOR 2025
The Hinchinbrook Shire Coun-
cil’s annual Find Your Future in Hinchinbrook Careers Expo is set to be bigger and better in 2025, with an exciting new venue and sponsorship partnership.
Traditionally held in May at the TYTO Conference and Events Centre, last year’s event exceeded capacity, spilling into Macrossan Avenue due to overwhelming support.
Excitingly, this year, Council has secured prime exhibitor space at the Link2Country Expo, creating a dynamic collaboration to offer an even broader platform for exploring local career pathways.
As a result, Find Your Future in Hinchinbrook 2025 will move to the Ingham Showgrounds, where it will be hosted at Location 8, the Undercover Multipurpose Arena, on Friday 23 May 2025, from 9.00am to 4.30pm.
This expanded format will bring together representatives from diverse industries, employment sectors, and training programs, offering attendees – including job seekers, school leavers, students, and professionals – a valuable opportunity to explore career pathways, employment prospects, and training options within the Hinchinbrook region.
As in previous years, exhibitor registration remains free of charge, ensuring accessi-
bility for businesses and organisations eager to connect with future talent.
This collaboration aims to enhance the experience of attendees and exhibitors alike.
For further information regarding Find Your Future in Hinchinbrook, please contract Julie Mac Pherson via email jmacpherson@hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au.
Queensland Government and Hinchinbrook Shire Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland.
A NIGHT OF MUSICAL MAGIC WITH MIRUSIA
HShire Hall was alive with music and enchantment on Saturday 15 March 2025, as internationally renowned soprano Mirusia Louwerse graced the stage for a breathtaking 70 minute performance. With an audience of 100 captivated guests, the evening was a spectacular celebration of music, storytelling, and connection.
Mirusia took attendees on an unforgettable journey through her illustrious career, performing a repertoire that spanned from classical masterpieces to contemporary favourites. Her signature grace and passion shone through every note, leaving the audience in awe.
Adding a special touch to the evening, Mirusia delighted the crowd by involving them in selecting a song for her to sing in Italian. In celebration of her 40th birthday year, she shared three of her favourite Italian songs, explaining the significance of each before inviting the audience to vote for their preferred choice. The hall erupted in applause as the winning song was revealed, creating a shared moment of excitement before Mirusia delivered a stunning rendition that left the crowd spellbound.
The event wasn’t just about the music—it was about the experience. Following the performance, ticket holders had the exclusive opportunity to meet Mirusia during
MORNING MELODIES KICKS OFF 2025 WITH A SPECTACULAR TRIBUTE
Hinchinbrook Shire Hall came alive again with music, nostalgia, and toe tapping energy as the first Morning Melodies event of 2025 delighted audiences on Monday 17 March 2025. Attendees were treated to a spectacular tribute to two of the greatest piano men of all time—Billy Joel and Barry Manilow. Internationally acclaimed vocalist Thomas Armstrong-Robley took centre stage in Barry and Billy: In Concert, delivering powerhouse performances of iconic hits like Piano Man, Copacabana, Mandy, and New York State of Mind.
With dazzling live piano and show stop-
ping vocals, the concert had the audience singing along from start to finish, setting the perfect tone for the year’s Morning Melodies program.
A big thank you to everyone who joined us for this fantastic event. If this is a sign of things to come, 2025 is set to be a year of memorable musical moments in Hinchinbrook!
Stay tuned for more upcoming Morning Melodies performances.
See you at the next Morning Melodies: Great Ladies of Jazz by International Artist Simone Waddell on Wednesday 16 April 2025.
a special meet and greet session. Fans expressed their admiration and appreciation, sharing in the magic of the evening.
Guests described the night as truly mesmerising, with an electric atmosphere and a palpable connection between Mirusia
inchinbrook
and her audience. This once in a lifetime event was a testament to Mirusia’s incredible talent and the power of live performance. As she continues to share her gift with the world, those who attended will cherish the memories of an extraordinary night in Ingham.
Councillor Column
Councillor
Kate Milton
Ingham residents are some of the most resilient and strong willed people I know. We support each other, step up when needed, and look out for our community. While we may get a bit wet at times, our beautiful home remains paradise in so many ways.
Council has been actively working in the recovery space, identifying issues and implementing actions. I am Chair of the Environment Recovery Sub Group, one of four key groups—Infrastructure, Human and Social, Economic and Environment. These groups include representatives from relevant organisations, including Government, working together to support our community.
Following an event like this, biosecurity becomes a major concern. With numerous washouts across the region, large amounts of fill will be required. It’s crucial to ensure machinery is properly cleaned between sites to prevent the spread of seeds and contaminants within the fill itself.
Many gardens have been lost, and residents may seek replacement plants from areas like Townsville or Cairns. However, these regions have known infestations of Yellow Crazy Ants, which local councils are actively managing. These invasive pests can spread through soil, building materials, and other transported items. Additionally, the Herbert River can carry weed species like Siam weed and there’s a risk of Gamba grass seed coming from infestations in the Tablelands Regional Council area.
Knowledge and early detection remain our best tools. Council’s Biosecurity Officers are available to assist with identification and control measures.
For those in the cattle industry, a reminder that the Grazing Connect workshop—originally postponed in February—will now be held on Friday 4 April and Saturday 5 April 2025 at the Longpocket CWA Hall. If you’re interested in attending, please RSVP to either myself or Lawrence DiBella with any dietary requirements by Friday 28 March 2025.
INGHAM TYRE CENTRE
Minute With The Mayor Ramon Jayo
Irecently had the opportunity of speaking with the Minister for Health and Ambulance Services, The Honourable Tim Nicolls concerning matters affecting health services in our district. Our meeting followed my earlier correspondence to the Minister wherein I raised issues, including appointment waiting times of four to six weeks, and practices actually closing their books to new patients due to an inability to handle existing patient numbers, as a result of practitioner shortage throughout rural areas of Queensland. I also raised an apparent inability of existing long established and well credentialled local practices not being able to attract qualified doctors to rural areas for the required GP training programs.
It is my understanding that attraction of young doctors to GP training in rural areas is quite problematic when one considers that the incentives provided by government for doctors to establish in rural areas such as Ingham are no different at all to doctors who establish in say Townsville or Cairns. How can that be considered an incentive for venturing to rural areas?
I am informed that the Crisafulli Government has been working on addressing these very issues and are developing a Regional Medical Pathway Program intended to create, among other things, a pipeline of doctors to work in regional hospitals and private clinics under arrangements with hospitals. The Minister advised that he will provide an update on progress within a few months.
Whilst I also had the opportunity to meet with many other State Ministers on flood related issues, including permitting vegetation works to improve drainage through coastal areas, and road improvements to address flood immunity, one conver-
sation that captured my imagination was a meeting with the Honourable Tim Mander, Minister for the Olympic Games. My discussion with the Minister centred upon enabling Council an avenue to sell our district tourism and liveability to visitors during the shoulder periods to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games through the Olympics marketing mechanisms. Whilst in agreement with such request, Minister Mander informed that the Crisafulli Government has a distinct appetite to leave, within reason of course, a legacy of the Brisbane Olympics. Meaning the potential for new, revised, refurbished or upgraded sporting facilities and venues in areas outside of metropolitan Brisbane were under consideration. This is something that our district sporting organisations would relish, so we will keenly await the guidelines.
And again, and still, I must unfortunately make mention of the weather. Whilst we have seen widespread areas of rain develop across northwest and western Queensland over the last few days, the Bureau is advising that slow moving showers and thunderstorms could redevelop about the tropical east coast between Cooktown and Townsville from early week. Localised flash flooding may become an increased risk, given the already saturated nature of our catchments and watercourses. We need to be prepared for any hazard that comes our way, which includes for possible periods of isolation due to flooding. So, if you have not already done so, and if you still have the opportunity, finalise your preparations now. For information on how to be prepared, visit the Hinchinbrook Shire Council disaster dashboard.
Until next week, stay safe.
Taylors Beach, a hidden coastal gem 18 km east of Ingham, offers a serene retreat along the Coral Sea. Nestled at the estuary of Victoria Creek, this tranquil destination boasts pristine sandy shores and exceptional fishing and boating opportunities.
Originally named Cassady after former Townsville Mayor Francis Cassady serving in 1894, 1901 and 1905, the town was officially renamed Taylors Beach October 1969. Today, it remains a favourite among anglers, thanks to its well-equipped two-lane boat ramp, which provides easy access to both the sheltered waters of Victoria Creek and the open sea. Whether casting a line, setting out on a boating adventure, or simply soaking in the coastal charm, visitors are sure to find a perfect escape in this picturesque seaside retreat.
Chamber March Meeting Wrap-up
The March monthly Chamber Meeting was held last Monday and very well attended despite the return of another rain event. The meeting was very well attended with new Members welcomed and some new faces around the table.
Chamber would like to acknowledge and thank Alan and Sharon Quagliotto, previous owners of the Royal Hotel, for their years of support of chamber and for hosting the monthly meetings for so many years and always being accommodating and welcoming. We wish them well in retirement and hope they have an opportunity to relax and enjoy this next phase of their life. We also thank the new hotel
owners for continuing to support chamber in hosting their monthly meetings at this venue.
The meeting opened with President Mary Brown acknowledging the challenging times that the business (and broader) community has experienced during this recent flood event and commending the strength and determination that has been demonstrated by so many to reopen their businesses and return as quickly as possible to some kind of normal.
An update was provided in relation to the work that has been done by Chamber to continue to support its members and as many local business owners as possible
during and after this event. Working with the relevant government agencies, Dept Small and Family Business, Rural financial Counsellors, Wellness Coach, Insurance Council of Australia and QRIDA. Chamber has to date, facilitated three lots of “One-on-One” sessions for local business owners with QRIDA representatives and are very pleased with the uptake to date.
An update was provided in relation to the local spend from flood donations through GIVIT and how this is supporting the economic recovery processes locally, as well as benefiting those who have been significantly impacted through the flood event.
Chamber’s Administration Assistant, Christina, provided valuable information
in relation to business openings and contact for GIVIT team, immediately after they were engaged. This information assisted in ensuring as many local businesses could be included in the GIVIT local supplier database.
Chamber continues to survey local business owners to gain an understanding of the Flood event Impact, having commenced immediately after the event and follow up survey at 6 weeks post event. The information received from these surveys is consolidated to provide trends, which enables Chamber to provide input to the economic recovery sub group and advocate for support for the business community.
Ingham Lions Club Supports Community Flood Recovery
The Lions Club of Ingham has been actively assisting community members affected by the
President Col Dallavanzi, along with Lions members Rita Lynch, Ed Morris, and Angie Morris, visited the community support centre to present Hinchinbrook Community Support Centre staff with sheet sets for individuals to use that are in need of extra help during these challenging times.
Additionally, the Lions team attended the Meals on Wheels premises to officially hand over the newly constructed Freezer room.
This facility was made possible through a 50-50 donation from the Australian Lions Foundation and the Ingham Lions Club, aimed at supporting the new Meals on Wheels staff and community.
President of Meals on Wheels, Rita Phillips, joined Col Dallavanzi and members
of the Lions Club for the handover ceremony.
While the Lions Club has completed the initial response phase of assistance related to the flood event, they are now transitioning into the recovery phase.
The Lions Club will be reaching out to community members who have not yet received assistance or who require additional support to apply for a grant. More information regarding the grant will be
made available soon.
In the meantime, community members in need of assistance to purchase goods or for other support are encouraged to contact 0427 737 675 or email lionsclubofingham@gmail.com, or reach out to the Hinchinbrook Community Support Centre.
Contributed with thanks to Patrick Lynch
Hinchinbrook Chamber of Commerce President Mary Brown and Chamber admin Christina Spencer. Photo credit: Daniel Heggie
Hinchinbrook Chamber of Commerce March Monthly meeting was well attended. Photo credit: Daniel Heggie
recent flood event.
Gilroy Santa Maria College Celebrates
St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick’s Day at Gilroy Santa Maria College was a vibrant and joyous occasion, bringing students and teachers together in a celebration of community spirit. The event, led by Erin Cerutti and the Year 12 students as part of a pastoral initiative, provided a wonderful opportunity for the school to embrace the festive atmosphere while strengthening connections among students across all year levels.
Acting Principal Melissa Carr reflected on the day’s success, highlighting the enthusiasm and participation of both students and staff.
“It was beautiful to see everyone put in the effort,” Carr said. “The way the students embraced the celebration, the smiling faces, the laughter—it was fantastic. At second lunch, we even had cupcakes available at the Tuck Shop, which was a special treat. It was a great way to encourage interaction between stu-
dents and teachers.”
A key highlight of the celebration was the Best Dressed Competition, with each homeroom selecting a winner before the overall Best Dressed Student was crowned. Congratulations to Mariah, who took home the top prize for her outstanding display of St. Patrick’s Day spirit!
Beyond the festivities, the event also played a significant role in fostering inter-year connections, an important focus for the Year 12 students this year. By engaging in shared experiences like this, students across different grade levels had the chance to bond and build a stronger sense of school spirit and camaraderie.
St. Patrick’s Day at Gilroy Santa Maria College was a testament to the school’s commitment to community, inclusivity, and student engagement. Events like these continue to strengthen the College’s culture, ensuring a warm and welcoming environment for all.
EXCITING OPPORTUNITIES AWAIT AT GILROY SANTA MARIA COLLEGE’S YEAR 7 EXPO
Gilroy Santa Maria College is committed to providing a seamless and enriching transition experience for students considering enrolment in Year 7. The College has designed a comprehensive program to help prospective students and their families explore the school’s vibrant learning environment, modern facilities, and strong pastoral support.
Year 7 Expo – Friday, 16 May
The first event of the transition program is the Year 7 Expo, which will commence at 7:30am. Families and potential Year 7 students will begin the morning with a delicious breakfast, followed by engaging interactive displays at the Santa Maria Centre (SMC). These displays, hosted by faculty members, will showcase various subjects including Science, English, Mathematics, Arts and more.
Students will receive an enrolment pack and a special ‘passport’ to complete by visiting different activity stations. Completed passports will be entered
AND TRANSITION
into a draw to win a Bluetooth speaker.
At 8:30am, Acting Principal Melissa Carr and the Senior Leadership Team will present an information session outlining the College’s strengths, including its commitment to academic excellence, student well-being, and state-of-the-art facilities.
Following this, guided tours led by Year 12 students will provide families with firsthand insight into the school environment.
Prospective students will then participate in interactive sessions across key areas such as hospitality, the trade training centre, and STEM facilities, allowing them to experience college life in a dynamic and engaging way.
Transition Days – A Pathway to Success
Following the Year 7 Expo, the College’s three Year 7 Transition Days, are designed to help students build confidence and familiarity with their future school community. These sessions enable students to interact with their peers and teachers,
DAYS
ensuring they feel welcome and prepared well before the formal Orientation Day at the end of the year.
The Year 7 Transition Days will take place from 8:30am to 11:30am on the following dates:
• Friday, 20 June
• Friday, 25 July
• Friday, 15 August
Orientation Day – Tuesday, 2 December
The transition program will culminate in a full-day Orientation on Tuesday, 2 December, where incoming Year 7 students will participate in a structured program designed to familiarise them with their new school environment, peers, and teachers.
For more information on Gilroy Santa Maria College’s Year 7 Expo and Transition Days, please refer to the College website or official flyers. This is a wonderful opportunity for prospective students and their families to experience all that Gilroy has to offer and take the first step towards an exciting secondary school journey.
Local Graziers Sustainability Workshop
The Hinchinbrook Sustainable Pasture Group is holding a Hinchinbrook Grazing Connect Workshop next weekend, 4th
– 5th April, at the Long Pocket CWA Hall to discuss ways to improve animal and pasture management, highlight new technologies and R and D in the grazing industry.
The workshop is free of charge, and open to all, including graziers north of Townsville to Tully.
Councillor and Hinchinbrook Sustainable Pasture Group Chairperson, Kate Milton, said she is looking forward to the event and is excited to learn about the five main issues that will be discussed. We have some excellent presenters and sponsors over the two-day event that are keen to work with local Graziers to give them the tools to improve the management and profitability of their properties.
• Animal nutrition and genetics
• Pasture management
• Weed management
• Biosecurity issues
• Working through Government policy
Cr Milton said that this type of workshop is something that has been missing for the grazing industry in Hinchinbrook for quite a while.
“This is the first workshop that we’ve had in Ingham for a long time, so we have been a bit lacking in information for graziers in Hinchinbrook,” Cr Mil ton said.
“It all started with Lawrence Di Bella from Tropical Agricultural Services, Peter Spies from Pinnacle Pocket Cat tle and Consulting and myself having a conversation about moving the in dustry forward in the Wet Tropics. Together we applied for a DAF (Department of Ag riculture and Fisheries) grant to help bring in formation to local gra ziers in the region.
“We are hoping that the work shop will bring like minded Gra ziers together to form their own beef producers’ group that can work together to assist in aiding their management practices. Its re ally about getting people together to learn from their experiences.”
WHAT: Grazing Connect Workshop
WHERE: Long Pocket CWA Hall
WHEN: 4th – 5th April
RSVP: Friday 28th March, email ldi bellatas@gmail.com or contact Kate Milton on 0428 180 412
GETTING SOIL TESTING DATA
The Back Paddock Company are offering the first 50 registered cattle businesses, a sponsorship package of $20 off a soil test for those attending the workshop.
Those graziers attending the workshop are invited to submit soil tests from their paddocks before or after the event, until the end of May, 2025. The cost of the soil test (E83 test) with the $20 discount is $177 + GST.
All soil tests must be submitted to Tropical Agricultural Services (TAS) at 235 Halifax Road Ingham for analysis.
Pest Expedition Bears Fruit For Bio And Food Security
With the Oriental fruit fly last detected on mainland Australia near Cairns in 1995, the risk of another incursion remains a serious threat to North Queensland’s fruit industry. The pest, which thrives in climates similar to our own, could devastate key crops such as bananas and mangoes—staples of both local farms and the broader Australian horticultural sector. With Hinchinbrook and surrounding regions heavily reliant on these industries, another outbreak could have dire economic and environmental consequences.
A joint PNG-Australia expedition visited remote Treaty Villages in PNG’s Western Province last week to discuss and help manage one of the world’s worst horticultural pests. With just 6km separating the two countries, the project seeks to reduce the impact of fruit fly in PNG while also preventing a potentially catastrophic outbreak in North Queensland.
The last time the pest was detected on the Australian mainland, not far from Hinchinbrook, the eradication effort cost at least $33 million, with a further $100 million lost in trade and associated expenses. A future outbreak could have severe consequences for Queensland growers, making prevention a top priority.
Deputy Secretary of Biosecurity Justine Saunders said the project was critical for both countries.
“We already have Queensland fruit fly, but Oriental fruit fly would be much worse in terms of impact to production and trade, as recognised by its listing on Australia’s National Priority Plant Pest List,” Ms Saunders said.
“This trip established foundational relationships with the village communities,
QCAR Continues Fight For Fair Flood Recovery Support
In the wake of the Federal Government’s Category D disaster declaration, QCAR remains on the ground, ensuring flood-affected growers receive the support they desperately need.
which the team hopes to strengthen further on a return trip in May 2025. The next phase is to trial control strategies in the hope of reducing the number of fruit flies in the Treaty Villages to assist our neighbours with food security.
“The program has employed and trained more than 30 South Fly rangers since 2022 to trap the insects, collect samples and manage data. It builds on more than two decades of collaboration in plant health initiatives between DAFF and NAQIA. The results of this work could have benefits to share across PNG and with our neighbours in the Pacific.”
The Oriental fruit fly (Bactrocera dorsalis) attacks more than 400 different plants, including key crops in North Queensland such as mangoes, pawpaws, bananas, and guavas.
The villages of Berr, Buzi, Jarai, and Mari, where the trial is proposed, rely heavily on the food they grow. Damage to crops has serious health and social implications for villagers. At the same time, stopping the pest at its source is vital to preventing another outbreak in Australia.
The delegation consisted of three officers from PNG’s National Agriculture and Quarantine Inspection Authority (NAQIA), three from DAFF, a PhD student, delivery partner INLOC, and the South Fly rangers.
INLOC and the South Fly rangers coordinated the trip’s logistics, which involved liaising with Treaty Village leaders and community members, long boat rides, camping, and unpredictable tides.
With so much at stake, the work being done in PNG is not just about protecting their crops—it’s also a frontline defence for North Queensland’s fruit growers.
Herbert District Manager Lawrence Di Bella has been meeting with industry and financial leaders, including senior NAB staff, to outline the long-term challenges rural businesses now face. While the $75,000 grants have provided a crucial lifeline, red tape is still preventing many from accessing essential funding. QCAR is actively campaigning for changes to eligibility criteria, pushing for support to extend beyond primary income requirements so that growers supplementing their earnings—like Ingham’s Luke Roveda—aren’t unfairly excluded. Additionally, the fight continues to ensure replanting assistance includes ratoon crops, which make up the bulk of the region’s sugarcane.
Beyond financial aid, QCAR is advocating for urgent repairs to damaged creek banks and drainage systems, assistance for the
harvesting and local business sectors, and the restoration of the rail network ahead of crushing season. Mental health remains a top priority, with QCAR calling for increased services to help struggling farmers.
“We’ve secured a win with the Category D funding, but there’s more to be done,” QCAR CEO Stephen Ryan said.
“We won’t stop fighting to make sure our growers and their communities get the help they deserve.”
For assistance, contact Lawrence Di Bella and the Herbert River team at 0448 084 252 or email ldibella@qcar.com.au.
QCAR Herbert District Manager Lawrence Di Bella, second from left, updates senior NAB staff from left Paul Carter, Gulay Kunduz, and Matt Penny on the impacts of recent devastating floods on rural businesses in the region. Photo supplied
A joint PNG-Australia team visited remote Treaty Villages in PNG’s Western Province to discuss strategies for managing the Oriental fruit fly, a serious threat to horticulture in both countries. Photo credit: Darrol Williams
Helping Women Thrive
Women of all ages face a wide range of health challenges, from pelvic pain and prolapse to menopause symptoms and urinary incontinence. Physiotherapy plays a crucial role in helping women manage and overcome these issues through education, exercise, and specialised manual techniques.
At Performance Physio Group in Ingham, Sonya Bell has dedicated her career to supporting women in their health journeys.
“We can help women with a wide variety of problems, from young women to our older population anything from pelvic pain, prolapse, menopause symptoms, urinary incontinence,” said Sonya.
“As a physiotherapist specialising in women's health, we use tailored exercises, manual therapy and education to empower women to regain control over their bodies and improve their quality of life.
“Whether it's preparing for childbirth, recovering from surgery, or managing chronic pain, we offer personalized care to help women achieve their optimal health at every stage of life.”
For treatment, the most common way to see results is to do exercises, and the importance of committing to physiotherapy
exercises cannot be overstated.
"If you don’t follow through, you can’t expect change," Sonya says.
Sonya shared a story of a mother who struggled with returning to running after having her second child. But after six weeks of targeted exercises to strengthen muscles, she was back to doing her 5K Parkrun with no issues.
Strength and flexibility are key elements to overall health, and Sonya said one without the other does not work; your body needs both.
“Flexibility without control and strength is going to cause pain,” said Sonya.
“Hypermobile people have got joints destroyed, left, right and centre. Being flexible is good you also need strength to control that movement.
“On the other end, if you’re very stiff, that is also going to wear down joints quickly.”
Beyond exercise, diet also plays a significant role in women’s health.
"Constipation is a huge issue that affects the lower area.
“If there is extra bulky mass in the abdominal area that can push your bladder
forward, and that can mean controlling the bladder is harder, so diets are usually around hydration to keep everything at a good flow,” said Sonya.
Sonya’s expertise extends beyond women’s health, as she also treats musculoskeletal, sports injuries and headaches, low back pain, and neck pains.
Since joining her team in 2020, Sonya has found great satisfaction in her work.
"I like seeing results. When people come back to me, and they say, ‘I feel so much better’, it’s great, but I love it when people say, ‘I did my exercises, and I feel so much better’,” said Sonya.
“I like seeing the physical change. Being able to assess something and say this is the measurement, we do something about it, and then when you can see that it's different and a significant change has happened.
“I get warm fuzzies all over.”
Sonya from Performance Physio Group is a specialised physiotherapist and can help you today.
Photo credit: Daniel Heggie
Home, Property & Garden
Beaumont Tiles
Beaumont Tiles, in Ingham has been a cornerstone of the local building and renovation industry, providing expert advice, quality products, and unwavering community support. Owned and operated by Helen and Eric Shoubridge, this family business is more than just a tile and bathroomware supplier, it is a trusted resource for homeowners and builders alike.
The store serves for both residential and commercial customers, providing tiles floors, walls, kitchens, and bathrooms and assisting in designing and creating beautiful bathrooms and laundries with our fixtures and fittings. Beaumonts Exclusive Complete Bathroom Packages make creating beautiful bathrooms a breeze. If you want to visualise perhaps your main floor make-over with our stunning tiles, our BeVisual Live Visualiser is the perfect tool.
Helen emphasises that tiles are more than just a functional, they are in fact amongst the most durable and hardwearing flooring product available. The beauty of these pieces truly bring the WOW factor into a space. New technologies in tile production has seen the development of natural looking stone, marble and wood tiles. They have all the durability of porcelain without the hard work and maintenance and upkeep.
“We are thrilled that our range has everything from the on trend 100x 100 tiles, to
subways and even large format beauties that are 1m x 3m,” she said.
A significant part of their work involves collaborating with homeowners, contractors, and insurance companies to ensure seamless renovations.
People go into Beaumont Tiles with plans, and they can recommend tiles and bathroomware to work within different price ranges, all whilst finding what the customer had envisioned.
Helen and Eric moved to the district in 2004 to become motel owners and operators, and the experience they have gained since living in the region has allowed them to prepare for future disasters.
They have faced significant flooding and cyclone events whilst living in Ingham, and they quickly learnt the importance of quality materials and expert advice. This understanding led them to join Beaumont Tiles, a company known for its extensive range and reliable supply chain.
“We’ve been through these challenges ourselves,” Helen explained.
“Every flood has taught us something valuable, and that knowledge allows us to guide our customers on how to make the best choices for their homes and businesses.”
The recent floods brought unexpected challenges, with the store’s warehouse experiencing flooding for the first time. De-
spite taking precautions by storing materials on pallets, some stock was damaged. However, due to Beaumont Tiles being Australia wide with locations throughout the country, they were able to work successfully to fulfil orders.
Helen said that Beaumont Tiles were and continue to be incredibly supportive, assisting in the recovery process, and ensuring that supply remains consistent despite logistical difficulties.
and assist customers in working through current building challenges in the area.
Community support remains at the heart of Helen and Eric’s business philosophy.
“One of the reasons we chose to stay in Ingham was the incredible community spirit,” Helen said.
“When we first moved here, people would come by and ask if we needed help after a flood.”
Helen continues to give thanks for all the support shown to her in the early years by actively volunteering with Life Long Supports and The Abergowrie Long Pocket QCWA.
While Beaumont Tiles does not handle installations directly, Eric and Helen provide customers with names of local businesses
As design trends evolve, the store ensures that customers have access to the latest styles and materials.
“Beaumonts designers travel the world and are amongst the best in the country in tile and bathroomware design selections, therefore you’ll see our range always has what’s new alongside the classics everyone loves,” said Helen.
“It’s quite exciting to collaborate with people to make their flooring, bathrooms, kitchens and laundries satisfying.”
Helen and Eric’s commitment to the community, combined with their deep industry knowledge has made Beaumont Tiles in Ingham an invaluable resource for homeowners and businesses alike.
Eric and Helen Shoubridge, owners of Beaumont Tiles in Ingham. Photo credit: Daniel Heggie
Get Rid Of Those Post-Flooding Pests
Steps To Starting Your Own Business
With The Pest Control Guy!
Pests can be an annoyance all year round but after floods they can be particularly infuriating. Michael Slater and his business, The Pest Control Guy, are here in the Hinchinbrook region to help. They have identified the most common pests they have been treating following the floods are cockroaches, ants, and termites.
Cockroaches
These notoriously resilient pests can infest your home at any time of a flood. They can hold their breath in water for 15 minutes, which is plenty of time to swim from house to house. They will crawl through the smallest of gaps, and when your home is nice and wet, they will start several nests where you may never notice. Roaches tend to be noticed long after the floods have gone and their invasion can come as a surprise due to their quiet nature, only becoming noticeable when it’s far too late. Ants and Termites
Ants are often the first pest you’ll notice inside your home when the rains start. These small insects have an uncanny knowledge of when dangerous weather systems are
forming and will move their whole colony to safer ground.
If your property is elevated, they may establish a new colony outside in a safe space like a covered carport, open shed or garden. Still, they’re not picky for places to stay and will likely enter your home searching for food and protection from the flood rains.
Termites can survive through floods in their vast underground systems. If that safety is ever compromised, they will travel similarly to ants to find higher ground or direct shelter. Termites are also a huge risk after floods when the wood and organic materials in your home are waterlogged. This makes them more digestible and easier for termites to chew through. Floods can wash away your existing termite barrier, so act swiftly to reapply it before infestation starts.
Michael The Pest Control Guy is a local and loves to help fellow locals, if you have any pests give him a call!
Contributed with thanks to The Pest Control Guy
Starting a business is an exciting venture, but it comes with its challenges. Whether you’re launching a café, a clothes store or a trade service, careful planning and preparation are essential for long-term success. Here are some key steps to consider when starting a business.
Develop a Business Plan
A well-structured business plan serves as a roadmap, outlining your goals, target market, competition, and financial projections. It helps you stay focused and is often required when seeking funding from banks or investors.
Research the Market
Understanding your industry and potential customers is crucial, especially in a small town. Researching the demand for your product or service is knowledge that will help you refine your offerings and find your unique selling point.
Register Your Business
Choose a business name and register it with the relevant authorities. The Hinchinbrook Shire Council website has a page titled ‘Business Licensing’, where relative information can be found.
Secure Funding
Starting a business often requires capital. Explore funding options such as personal savings, bank loans, government grants, or investors. Ensure you have a clear budget to manage expenses and cash flow effectively.
Set Up Operations
Find a suitable location if your business requires a physical presence. Additionally, invest in equipment, supplies, and software needed to operate efficiently.
Build a Strong Brand
A memorable brand identity helps differentiate you from others. This includes a compelling logo, consistent branding across platforms, and an engaging marketing strategy to attract customers.
Market Your Business
Use a mix of traditional and digital marketing methods to reach your audience. Social media, local advertising in the newspaper, and word-of-mouth referrals are great ways to promote your business.
Provide Excellent Customer Service
Customer satisfaction is key to building loyalty and growing your business. Prioritise quality service and seek feedback to improve your offerings.
Stay Compliant and Keep Learning
Ensure your business complies with legal and tax regulations. Stay updated with industry trends and be willing to adapt as your business grows.
Starting a business takes dedication and resilience, but with the right approach, it can be a rewarding journey. By planning carefully and staying committed to your goals, you can turn your entrepreneurial dream into a successful reality.
Do you have pests? Give The Pest Control Guy a call. Photo credit: Daniel Heggie
The Australian Fiction Prize Is Now Open
In 2024, The Australian and HarperCollins Australia launched the Australian Fiction Prize, a prestigious new literary award aimed at celebrating exceptional Australian storytelling. Open to all Australian writers, this annual prize offers a remarkable opportunity for aspiring authors to showcase their talent.
The winner will receive $20,000 in prize money, $15,000 in advance, and the chance to be published by HarperCollins Australia. The inaugural winner, Katherine Johnson, took home the prize with her novel A Wild Heart, marking a successful start for this new award.
There were over 500 entries last year, and this year there’s hope that a local Whitsun-
day author may take home the prize. This is your opportunity to participate and get your work in front of HarperCollins’ talented publishers.
Entries are now open for 2025, the prize promises to continue its mission of uncovering Australia’s next great writer. It’s time to get those pens scribbling or those keyboards clacking and submit your manuscript today!
For those interested in entering, there’s an FAQ available at www.harpercollins.com. au/theaustralianfictionprize. This prize builds on the legacy of the iconic Vogel’s Award, celebrating Australia’s literary talent and nurturing the nation’s storytelling future and you could be next!
Free Mural Workshop
The coastal community of Lucinda is set to gain a vibrant new public artwork, and locals of all ages are invited to take part in its creation.
Artist Lavinia Letheby, from Art By Lavinia, is leading a special mural project at the Dungeness Harbour Boat Ramp, transforming the amenities block with a stunning underwater themed mural. The artwork will bring colour and creativity to the popular fishing and boating spot.
To make this project truly community-driven, a free painting workshop will be held on Sunday, 30th March, from 9am to 2pm. The workshop follows a paint-bynumbers format, allowing participants of all ages and abilities to contribute to the mural in a fun and accessible way.
“Everyone of all ages and abilities can come along and help create this vibrant new artwork” Lavinia said.
Be a part of creating the new mural, everyone is encouraged to pick up a brush and paint.
To keep participants fuelled for the day, the Lucinda Progress Association will be providing a free sausage sizzle.
Join The Seniors Morning Coffee Club
The Seniors Morning Coffee Club is back and excited to welcome all local seniors for a morning of good company, laughter, and plenty of fun! If you’re looking for a great way to catch up with friends, meet new people, and enjoy a warm and welcoming atmosphere, this is the perfect place to be.
The project is supported by the Hinchinbrook Shire Council and Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF), a partnership between the Queensland Government and local councils to foster arts and culture in regional communities.
Please note that the event is weather dependent and may be postponed to the following weekend if rain is forecasted.
For those keen to take part, this is a unique opportunity to contribute to a community artwork that will be admired for years to come.
Make sure you remember to slip, slap, slop and bring water for rehydration.
Art by Lavinia has painted many murals in the Hinchinbrook Shire Region, you will most definitely have seen her prior work. Lavinia is looking forward to returning to the region and she can’t wait to meet everybody helping in this community project.
WHAT: Mural Workshop
WHERE: Dungeness Boat Ramp
WHEN: Sunday 30th March 9am – 2pm
DATE MAY CHANGE DUE TO WEATHER EVENTS
Held every second Friday from 9:30am to 11:30am at the Noorla Bowls Club, the event offers a relaxed and friendly setting where seniors can enjoy a freshly brewed coffee, a delicious morning tea, and a variety of activities to keep everyone entertained. Whether you love playing games, testing your knowledge with trivia, or sitting back and chatting, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
For just $3, you can be part of this wonderful social gathering that brings the community together. The Seniors Morn-
ing Coffee Club isn’t just about coffee, it’s about sharing stories, making connections, and creating lasting friendships. Come along and experience a cheerful and lively morning filled with great conversations and plenty of smiles!
All attendees must RSVP for catering purposes and you can do this by calling Desley at the Hinchinbrook Community Support Centre Inc. on 4776 1822.
Please note, a small retraction from last week’s information printed in this paper: the team have very limited transport to pick up attendees and can do so in town only as they sadly lost their bus in the floods.
WHAT: Seniors Morning Coffee Club
WHERE: Noorla Bowls Club
WHEN: Friday 28th March 9.30am –11.30am
In 2021, Art by Lavinia worked along side the Taylors Beach Progress Association to create murals on the Netball and Basketball courts. Photo sourced: Facebook
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FRIDAY 28 MARCH
Tea & Trivia
Friday 9.30am
Come along and join in the fun for Council’s first Tea and Trivia for 2025 by being part of this ever growing social morning and enjoy Trivia, Bingo, Raffles, Locally baked delights, and tea and coffee
Tyto Conference and Events Centre
SATURDAY 5 APRIL
Mt Fox Markets
Saturday 11am
Spend your Saturday browsing through the talents of local stallholders at the Mt Fox Markets! If you’re looking to become a stall holder yourself, contact Brandie on 0477 199 758.
Mt Fox Campgrounds
SUNDAY 6 APRIL
Ingham Raintree Community Markets
Sunday 7am
A morning of Sunday market fun awaits at Ingham’s Rotary Park with the Ingham Raintree Community Markets! Rotary Park, Ingham
SUNDAY 6 APRIL
Rags to Rhinestones: The Dolly Parton Tribute
Sunday 5pm
Step into the world of Dolly Parton, the iconic queen of country music who has dazzled fans with 26 number-one hits and a career that spans decades.
JL Kelly Theatre
THURSDAY 10 APRIL
Paluma Adventure Day
Thursday 8am
Join the Outer Limits Adventure and Fitness crew for an exhilarating day of high ropes, bush walking, archery tag, and an included BBQ lunch!
Outer Limits Adventure Centre
SATURDAY 12 APRIL
Ingham Conroy Hall Markets
Saturday 7:30am
Come one, come all to one of Hinchinbrook’s longest running market events, Conroy Hall Markets! Browse a selection of stalls retailing plants, antiques, clothes, handmade delights, and more! Conroy Hall
WEDNESDAY 16 APRIL
Morning Melodies: Great Ladies of Jazz
Wednesday 10:30am
The JL Kelly Theatre will host a wonderful Morning Melodies session on Wednesday 16 April staging Great Ladies of Jazz by International Artist Simone Waddell.
JL Kelly Theatre
SATURDAY 19 APRIL
2025 Normanton Barra Classic
Saturday 6am
The infamous Normanton Barra Classic Catch and Release competition will run across both the 19th and the 20th of April, with over $25,000 in cash and prizes up for grabs! Email normantonbarraclassic@mail.com for more information!
Normanton
Cardwell Jetty Easter Saturday
Markets
Saturday 8am
A wonderful Easter themed Cardwell Jetty Markets awaits overflowing with plenty of food, treats, live entertainment, and of course wonderful market stalls! If you would like to become a stall holder reach out to cardwelljettymarkets@gmail.com. Cardwell Foreshore
Markets at the Mosaic
Saturday 8am
Enjoy a fantastic morning at Markets at the Mosaic and browse a wonderful showcase of handmade and homemade products, entertainment, and delicious treats! Mercer Lane
SUNDAY 20 APRIL
Ingham Raintree Community
Markets
Sunday 7am
A morning of Sunday market fun awaits at Ingham’s Rotary Park with the Ingham Raintree Community Markets! Rotary Park, Ingham
SATURDAY 26 APRIL
Ingham Up Town Markets
Saturday 8am
Enjoy a morning browsing the talents of the Hinchinbrook community at the Ingham Up Town Markets from 8am to midday!
Lannercost Street
SATURDAY 3 MAY
Mt Fox Markets
Saturday 11am
Spend your Saturday browsing through the talents of local stallholders at the Mt Fox Markets! If you’re looking to become a stall holder yourself, contact Brandie on 0477 199 758.
Mt Fox Campgrounds
SUNDAY 4 MAY
Ingham Raintree Community Markets
Sunday 7am
A morning of Sunday market fun awaits at Ingham’s Rotary Park with the Ingham Raintree Community Markets! Rotary Park, Ingham
FRIDAY 9 MAY
Arj Barker in The Mind Field
Friday 7pm
International comedian Arj Barker will take audiences on a comedic journey through life’s biggest questions to have you laughing and learning all night long!
Hinchinbrook Shire Hall
SATURDAY 10 MAY
Ingham Conroy Hall Markets
Saturday 7:30am
Come one, come all to one of Hinchinbrook’s longest running market events, Conroy Hall Markets! Browse a selection of stalls retailing plants, antiques, clothes, handmade delights, and more!
Conroy Hall
Ingham Sugar City Rodeo
Saturday 8am
The annual Ingham Sugar City Rodeo will be back for another action-packed year on Saturday 10 May!
Ingham Show Grounds
SUNDAY 11 MAY
Cardwell Jetty Mother’s Day
Markets
Sunday 8am
A wonderful Mother’s Day themed Cardwell Jetty Markets awaits overflowing with plenty of food, treats, live entertainment, and of course wonderful market stalls! If you would like to become a stall holder reach out to cardwelljettymarkets@gmail.com.
Cardwell Foreshore
SATURDAY 17 MAY
Markets at the Mosaic
Saturday 8am
Enjoy a fantastic morning at Markets at the Mosaic and browse a wonderful showcase of handmade and homemade products, entertainment, and delicious treats!
Mercer Lane
SUNDAY 18 MAY
Ingham Raintree Community Markets
Sunday 7am
A morning of Sunday market fun awaits at Ingham’s Rotary Park with the Ingham Raintree Community Markets! Rotary Park, Ingham
WEDNESDAY 21 MAY
Morning Melodies: Spirit of the ANZACS
Wednesday 10:30am
The Spirit of the ANZACS starring Tenor Roy Best, International Soprano Alison Jones, Chris Mekenna, and Virtuoso Pianist William Schmidt will grace the JL Kelly Theatre this May! JL Kelly Theatre
ALIA National Simultaneous Storytime
Wednesday 12pm
Join the Hinchinbrook Shire Library for a reading of “The Truck Cat” as written by Deborah Frenkel and illustrated by Danny Snell. Bookings are essentials and can be made at www.library.hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au. Hinchinbrook Shire Library
FRIDAY 23 MAY
Link2Country Expo
Friday 9am
The 2025 Link2Country Expo provides attendees with the opportunity to explore a range of topics including sugarcane, earthworks, equine care and training, cattle, and agricultural careers. Ingham Showgrounds
Taylors Beach Family Fishing Tournament
Friday TBA
Save the date for the 2025 Taylors Beach Family Fishing Tournament running from Friday 23 May until Sunday 25 May. Taylors Beach
SATURDAY 24 MAY
Ingham Up Town Markets
Saturday 8am
Enjoy a morning browsing the talents of the Hinchinbrook community at the Ingham Up Town Markets from 8am to midday! Lannercost Street
SATURDAY 24 MAY
Link2Country Expo
Saturday 9am
The 2025 Link2Country Expo provides attendees with the opportunity to explore a range of topics including sugarcane, earthworks, equine care and training, cattle, and agricultural careers.
Ingham Showgrounds
SUNDAY 25 MAY
Get Rhythm The Johnny Cash & June Carter Show
Sunday 5pm
Get Rhythm The Johnny Cash & June Carter Show delivers a respectful Cash experience that will leave you uplifted and energised. Lead by real life married couple Mark and Joanne Caligiuri, who were recently featured on Channel 9’s Today Show for their uncanny resemblance and vocals to Johnny Cash & June Carter. Get Rhythm is one of the most authentic and sincere Johnny Cash and June Carter shows in Australia.
Hinchinbrook Shire Hall
SATURDAY 31 MAY
Ingham Catholic Debutante Ball
Saturday 6pm
The Ingham Catholic Debutante Ball will be held on the evening of Saturday 31 May in the presence of the Bishop of Townsville, Bishop Tomothy Harris.
Hinchinbrook Shire Hall
SUNDAY 1 JUNE
Ingham Raintree Community Markets
Sunday 7am
A morning of Sunday market fun awaits at Ingham’s Rotary Park with the Ingham Raintree Community Markets! Rotary Park, Ingham
FRIDAY 6 JUNE
Performing Arts: You Are a Doughnut
Friday 10am & 1pm
Join professors Lexi Con and Noel Edge for a thrilling voyage through the alphabet and brace yourself doe an immersive hour of carefully crafted alphabetical, scientifical and award-winning chaos!
JL Kelly Theatre
SATURDAY 7 JUNE
Mt Fox Markets
Saturday 11am
Spend your Saturday browsing through the talents of local stallholders at the Mt Fox Markets! If you’re looking to become a stall holder yourself, contact Brandie on 0477 199 758.
Mt Fox Campgrounds
SUNDAY 8 JUNE
Sunday 8am
Cardwell Jetty Volksfest Markets
A wonderful Cardwell Jetty Markets awaits overflowing with plenty of food, treats, live entertainment, and of course wonderful market stalls! If you would like to become a stall holder reach out to cardwelljettymarkets@gmail.com.
Cardwell Foreshore
SATURDAY 14 JUNE
Ingham Conroy Hall Markets
Saturday 7:30am
Come one, come all to one of Hinchinbrook’s longest running market events, Conroy Hall Markets! Browse a selection of stalls retailing plants, antiques, clothes, handmade delights, and more!
Conroy Hall
Tasman Turtle’s Big Day Out
Saturday 9am
Save the date for Tasman Turtle’s Big Day Out event! More information to come.
TYTO Wetlands
SUNDAY 15 JUNE
Ingham Raintree Community Markets
Sunday 7am
A morning of Sunday market fun awaits at Ingham’s Rotary Park with the Ingham Raintree Community Markets! Rotary Park, Ingham
THURSDAY 19 JUNE
Morning Melodies: The Vegas Songbook by Craig Martin
Thursday 10:30am
The Vegas Songbook is a collection of great songs performed by some of the world’s best artists!
JL Kelly Theatre
SATURDAY 21 JUNE
Markets at the Mosaic
Saturday 8am
Enjoy a fantastic morning at Markets at the Mosaic and browse a wonderful showcase of handmade and homemade products, entertainment, and delicious treats!
Mercer Lane
SUNDAY 22 JUNE
Give my Regards to Broadway!
Sunday 5pm
Give My Regards to Broadway is the history of Broadway told through song and dance.
JL Kelly Theatre
SATURDAY 28 JUNE
Ingham Up Town Markets
Saturday 8am
Enjoy a morning browsing the talents of the Hinchinbrook community at the Ingham Up Town Markets from 8am to midday!
Lannercost Street
SATURDAY 5 JULY
Mt Fox Markets
Saturday 11am
Spend your Saturday browsing through the talents of local stallholders at the Mt Fox Markets! If you’re looking to become a stall holder yourself, contact Brandie on 0477 199 758.
Mt Fox Campgrounds
SUNDAY 6 JULY
Ingham Raintree Community Markets
Sunday 7am
A morning of Sunday market fun awaits at Ingham’s Rotary Park with the Ingham Raintree Community Markets!
Rotary Park, Ingham
SATURDAY 12 JULY
Ingham Conroy Hall Markets
Saturday 7:30am
Come one, come all to one of Hinchinbrook’s longest running market events, Conroy Hall Markets! Browse a selection of stalls retailing plants, antiques, clothes, handmade delights, and more!
Conroy Hall
SUNDAY 13 JULY
Sunday 8am
Cardwell Jetty NAIDOC Markets
A wonderful NAIDOC themed Cardwell Jetty Markets awaits overflowing with plenty of food, treats, live entertainment, and of course wonderful market stalls! If you would like to become a stall holder reach out to cardwelljettymarkets@gmail.com.
Cardwell Foreshore
SATURDAY 19 JULY
Markets at the Mosaic
Saturday 8am
Enjoy a fantastic morning at Markets at the Mosaic and browse a wonderful showcase of handmade and homemade products, entertainment, and delicious treats!
Mercer Lane
SUNDAY 20 JULY
Ingham Raintree Community Markets
Sunday 7am
A morning of Sunday market fun awaits at Ingham’s Rotary Park with the Ingham Raintree Community Markets! Rotary Park, Ingham
SATURDAY 26 JULY
Ingham Up Town Markets
Saturday 8am
Enjoy a morning browsing the talents of the Hinchinbrook community at the Ingham Up Town Markets from 8am to midday!
Lannercost Street
SATURDAY 2 AUGUST
Mt Fox Markets
Saturday 11am
Spend your Saturday browsing through the talents of local stallholders at the Mt Fox Markets! If you’re looking to become a stall holder yourself, contact Brandie on 0477 199 758. Mt Fox Campgrounds
SUNDAY 3 AUGUST
Ingham Raintree Community
Markets
Sunday 7am
A morning of Sunday market fun awaits at Ingham’s Rotary Park with the Ingham Raintree Community Markets! Rotary Park, Ingham
FRIDAY 8 AUGUST
Australian UFO Festival
Friday TBA
SAVE THE DATE! The Australian UFO Festival will make a 2025 return on Friday 8 August and run until Sunday 10 August! More details to come...
Cardwell
SATURDAY 9 AUGUST
Ingham Conroy Hall Markets
Saturday 7:30am
Come one, come all to one of Hinchinbrook’s longest running market events, Conroy Hall Markets! Browse a selection of stalls retailing plants, antiques, clothes, handmade delights, and more!
Conroy Hall
SUNDAY 10 AUGUST
Cardwell Jetty Australian UFO Festival Markets
Sunday 8am
A wonderful Australian UFO Festival themed Cardwell Jetty Markets awaits overflowing with plenty of food, treats, live entertainment, and of course wonderful market stalls! If you would like to become a stall holder reach out to cardwelljettymarkets@gmail.com.
Cardwell Foreshore
FRIDAY 15 AUGUST
2025 Theatre Restaurant Opening Night
Friday 6:30pm
The Ingham Theatre Group are excited to present their 2025 Theatre Restaurant, a lively evening of entertainment and dining where audiences can expect a delightful commination of comedy and (melo)drama.
Ingham Bowls Club
SATURDAY 16 AUGUST
Markets at the Mosaic
Saturday 8am
Enjoy a fantastic morning at Markets at the Mosaic and browse a wonderful showcase of handmade and homemade products, entertainment, and delicious treats!
Mercer Lane
SUNDAY 17 AUGUST
Ingham Raintree Community Markets
Sunday 7am
A morning of Sunday market fun awaits at Ingham’s Rotary Park with the Ingham Raintree Community Markets! Rotary Park, Ingham
SATURDAY 23 AUGUST
Ingham Up Town Markets
Saturday 8am
Enjoy a morning browsing the talents of the Hinchinbrook community at the Ingham Up Town Markets from 8am to midday! Lannercost Street
SATURDAY 6 SEPTEMBER
Mt Fox Markets
Saturday 11am
Spend your Saturday browsing through the talents of local stallholders at the Mt Fox Markets! If you’re looking to become a stall holder yourself, contact Brandie on 0477 199 758.
Mt Fox Campgrounds
SUNDAY 7 SEPTEMBER
Ingham Raintree Community Markets
Sunday 7am
A morning of Sunday market fun awaits at Ingham’s Rotary Park with the Ingham Raintree Community Markets! Rotary Park, Ingham
SATURDAY 13
SEPTEMBER
Ingham Conroy Hall Markets
Saturday 7:30am
Come one, come all to one of Hinchinbrook’s longest running market events, Conroy Hall Markets! Browse a selection of stalls retailing plants, antiques, clothes, handmade delights, and more!
Conroy Hall
SUNDAY 14 SEPTEMBER
Cardwell Jetty Mystic Markets
Sunday 8am
A wonderful mystic themed Cardwell Jetty Markets awaits overflowing with plenty of food, treats, live entertainment, and of course wonderful market stalls! If you would like to become a stall holder reach out to cardwelljettymarkets@gmail.com.
Cardwell Foreshore
SATURDAY 20 SEPTEMBER
Markets at the Mosaic
Saturday 8am
Enjoy a fantastic morning at Markets at the Mosaic and browse a wonderful showcase of handmade and homemade products, entertainment, and delicious treats! Mercer Lane
SUNDAY 21 SEPTEMBER
Ingham Raintree Community Markets
Sunday 7am
A morning of Sunday market fun awaits at Ingham’s Rotary Park with the Ingham Raintree Community Markets! Rotary Park, Ingham
SATURDAY 27 SEPTEMBER
Ingham Up Town Markets
Saturday 8am
Enjoy a morning browsing the talents of the Hinchinbrook community at the Ingham Up Town Markets from 8am to midday! Lannercost Street
SATURDAY 4 OCTOBER
Mt Fox Markets
Saturday 11am
Spend your Saturday browsing through the talents of local stallholders at the Mt Fox Markets! If you’re looking to become a stall holder yourself, contact Brandie on 0477 199 758.
Mt Fox Campgrounds
WEEKLY TV GUIDE
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Call The Midwife. 2.00 Parliament. 2.55 Nigella’s Cook, Eat, Repeat. 3.25 Grand Designs Revisited. 4.15 Long Lost Family. 5.00 A Bite To Eat. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.25 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 Budget 2025: The Treasurer’s Speech. 8.00 Budget 2025: A 7.30 Special. 8.30 Insiders: Budget Night Special. 9.30 The School That Tried To End Racism. 10.30 The ABC Of. 11.05 News. 11.20 The Business: Budget Special. 11.45 Four Corners. 12.35 Media Watch. 12.50 Q+A. 1.55 Parliament. 2.55 Rage. 3.40 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Four Corners. 10.45 Q+A. 12.00 News. 12.30 Press Club. 1.35 Media Watch. 2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Back Roads. 3.30 Grand Designs Revisited. 4.15 Long Lost Family. 5.05 A Bite To Eat. 5.35 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Hard Quiz. 8.30 The Weekly. 9.00 Melbourne Comedy Festival Gala. 11.00 News. 11.15 The Business. 11.35 Aunty Donna’s Coffee Cafe. 12.30 Parliament. 1.30 Grand Designs Revisited. 2.15 Long Lost Family. 3.05 Rage. 3.35 Parkinson In Australia. 4.30 Gardening Australia. 5.30 7.30.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Miniseries: Best Interests. 2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Back Roads. 3.30 Grand Designs Revisited. 4.15 Long Lost Family. 5.05 A Bite To Eat. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 Budget 2025: Opposition Reply. 8.00 7.30. 8.30 Grand Designs: 25 Years And Counting. 9.20 Grand Designs Revisited. 10.05 A Bite To Eat. 10.35 News. 10.50 The Business. 11.10 Darby And Joan. 11.55 Grand Designs Revisited. 12.40 Parliament. 1.45 Long Lost Family. 2.30 Rage. 3.40 Late Programs.
6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Poh’s Kitchen. 10.30 The Pacific. 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. 12.00 News. 1.00 Unforgotten. 2.00 Grand Designs Australia. 2.55 Back Roads. 3.25 Grand Designs. 4.15 Long Lost Family. 5.00 A Bite To Eat. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG) 7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Gardening Australia.
8.30 Under The Vines. (PG) 9.15 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (PG) 9.45 Hard Quiz. (PG) 10.15 Melbourne Comedy Festival Gala. 12.20 Long Lost Family. (PG) 1.10 Rage New Music. 5.00 Rage.
6.00 Rage Charts. 6.55 Rage Closer. 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Rage. 11.55 Rage Closer. 12.00 News. 12.30 Death In Paradise. 1.30 Darby And Joan. (PG) 2.15 Under The Vines. (PG) 3.00 Extraordinary Escapes: Christmas Special. 3.50 A Life In Ten Pictures. (PG) 4.40 Poh’s Kitchen. 5.10 Landline. 5.40 Aust Story. 6.10 Father Brown. (PG) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Death In Paradise. (M) 8.30 Vera. (M) 10.05 Unforgotten. (M) 10.50 Boat Story. (MA15+) 11.50 Rage. (MA15+) 5.00 Rage. (PG)
6.00 Rage. 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. 11.00 Compass. 11.30 Praise. 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Australia. 2.30 Monty Don’s French Gardens. 3.30 Grand Designs: 25 Years And Counting. 4.30 The Jubilee Pudding. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Compass. 7.00 News. 7.30 Darby And Joan. (PG) 8.15 Unforgotten. (M) 9.05 Boat Story. (MA15+) 10.05 MOVIE: Two Hands. (1999) 11.35 You Can’t Ask That. 12.05 Rage. 3.00 Ask The Doctor. 3.30 Outback Ringer. 4.00 Late Programs.
6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Vera. 11.30 Creative Types. 12.00 News. 1.00 Landline. 2.00 Grand Designs Australia. 2.55 Back Roads. 3.25 Grand Designs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Saving Lives At Sea. 3.00 The Weekly Football Wrap. 3.30 The Cook Up. 4.00 DNA Family Secrets. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 News. 7.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. 8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline. 10.00 SBS News. 10.30 Guillaume’s Paris. 11.00 Prisoner. 12.10 Illegals. 1.20 Illegals. 2.15 Earth’s Natural Wonders. 3.20 How To Get Fit Fast. 4.15 Bamay. 4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.50 Soccer. 2026 FIFA World Cup CONMEBOL Qualifier. Argentina v Brazil. 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 ABC World News Tonight. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Dateline. 2.30 Insight. 3.30 The Cook Up. 4.05 Every Family Has A Secret. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 News. 7.30 Alone Australia. 9.40 Rogue Heroes. 10.50 SBS News. 11.20 Blackwater. 12.30 My Brilliant Friend. 3.55 Earth’s Natural Wonders. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.55 PBS News. 1.55 Alone Australia. 3.00 Where Are You Really From? 3.30 The Cook Up. 4.00 Every Family Has A Secret. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 News. 7.30 Finding Your Roots. 8.30 Celine Dion: A Star Is Born. 9.35 Virdee. 10.40 SBS News. 11.10 Breaking Point. 12.00 Blinded. 12.55 Blinded. 1.45 Elizabeth. 3.25 Hugh’s Wild West. 4.20 Bamay. 4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.55 Alone Australia. 3.00 Nula. 3.30 Plat Du Tour. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Every Family Has A Secret. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 News. 7.30 James May: Our Man In Italy. 8.30 Bettany Hughes’ Lost Worlds: Nabataeans. 9.30 Scotland’s Scenic Railways. 10.25 SBS News. 10.55 A Body That Works. 12.00 Romulus. 1.55 Elizabeth. 3.40 Hugh’s Wild West. 4.45 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Motor Racing. World Rally-Raid Championship. Round 2. Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge. Highlights. 3.00 Athletics. World Indoor Championships. Day 1. Highlights. 4.00 Heroines. 4.30 Mental As Everything. 5.30 WWII War Machine. 6.30 News. 7.30 The Wonders Of Europe. 8.30 Blenheim: The People Behind The Palace. 9.25 Searching For Italy. 10.15 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. 11.15 All Those Things We Never Said. 11.50 All Those Things We Never Said. 1.05 All Those Things We Never Said. 2.50 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Athletics. World Indoor Championships. Day 2. Highlights. 4.00 Athletics. World Indoor Championships. Day 3. Highlights. 5.00 Heroines. 5.30 WWII War Machine. 6.30 News. 7.30 Rebuilding Notre Dame Cathedral Pt 2. 8.40 Notre Dame: The Renaissance Concert. 10.40 Windsor Castle Fire: The Untold Story. 11.40 Cycling. UCI World Tour. GentWevelgem. Men’s race. 2.45 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Gent-Wevelgem. Women’s race. 4.00 Britain’s Great Outdoors. 4.30 Late Programs.
Watch. (PG) 9.35 Q+A. 10.35 News. 10.50 The Business. 11.10 The Weekly. (PG) 11.40 Home Delivery. 12.10 Grand Designs. 12.55 Long Lost Family. 1.45 Rage. 3.05 Parkinson In Australia. 4.30 Gardening Australia. 5.30 7.30. 6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Saving Lives At Sea. 3.00 Where Are You Really From? 3.30 Plat Du Tour. 3.40 The Cook Up. 4.10 Lost Treasures Of Ancient Rome. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 News. 7.35 Lisbon With Michael Portillo. 8.25 Pompeii: The New Dig. 9.30 24 Hours In Emergency. 10.30 SBS News. 11.00 Syndrome E. 12.05 The Night Manager. 1.10 The Night Manager. 2.20 Australia Uncovered: Our African Roots. 3.20 Hugh’s Wild West. 4.25 Late Programs.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 Australian Idol. 2.10 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam. 2.30 Border Security: Int. 3.00 Beat The Chasers UK. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 The Americas. (PG) 8.30 The Hunting Party. (M) 9.30 7News: Budget Special. 10.00 The Irrational. (M) 11.00 The Agenda Setters. 12.00 MOVIE: Cruel Instruction. (2022) (MA15+) 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Fallen Angels Murder Club: Friends To Die For. (2022) 3.00 Beat The Chasers UK. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG)
7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PG)
8.30 The Front Bar. (M) 9.30 Unfiltered. (PG)
10.00 Arj Barker: Comes Clean. (M) 11.10 Autopsy USA. (M) 12.10 Covert Affairs. (M) 2.30 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Fallen Angels Murder Club: Heroes And Felons. (2022) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. (PG) 8.30 Britain’s Got Talent. (PG) 10.00 The Amazing Race. (PG) 11.30 The Disappearance Of Gabby Petito. (M) 12.45 Damnation. (MA15+) 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 Better Homes. 2.00 Suits L.A. (M) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 8.30 MOVIE: Green Book. (2018) (M) Viggo Mortensen, Mahershala Ali, Linda Cardellini. A pianist hires a tough-talking chauffeur. 11.15 The Americas. (PG) 12.15 We Interrupt This Broadcast. (PG) 1.15 Travel Oz. (PG) 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. 5.00 NBC Today.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. 11.30 Horse Racing. Stakes Day and Australian Cup Day. 5.00 News. 5.30 Creek To Coast. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Apollo 13. (1995) (PG) Tom Hanks, Bill Paxton, Kevin Bacon. 10.20 MOVIE: The Kingdom. (2007) (MA15+)
12.30 We Interrupt This Broadcast. (PG) 1.30 Harry’s Practice. 2.00 To Be Advised. 4.00 It’s Academic. 5.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG)
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. 12.00 TBA. 2.40 Surveillance Oz. (PG) 3.00 Motorway Patrol. (PG) 3.30 Border Security. (PG) 4.00 Better Homes. 5.00 News. 5.30 Weekender. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Australian Idol. (PG) 8.40 The Hunters: Bondi Hate Murders. (M) 10.10 Tabloids On Trial. (M) 11.40 Pembrokeshire Murders: Catching The Gameshow Killer. (M) 12.40 The Bay. (M) 2.00 TBA. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Married At First Sight. 1.30 Getaway. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Married At First Sight. (M) 9.00 Scrublands. (MA15+) 10.00 9News Late. 10.30 Wild Cards. (M) 11.30 The Equalizer. (M) 12.15 Tipping Point. (PG) 1.05 Next Stop. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop. 2.30 Building Ideas. (PG) 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. 4.30 A Current Affair. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 Drew Barrymore. 7.00 Neighbours. 7.30 GCBC. 8.00 Bold. 8.30 Deal Or No Deal. 9.00 Lingo. 10.00 Ent. Tonight. 10.15 Australian Survivor. 11.30 Judge Judy. 12.00 GCBC. 12.30 Family Feud. 1.00 News. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. 2.30 Lingo. 3.30
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Married At First Sight. 1.30 My Way. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Married At First Sight. (M) 9.00 Scrublands. (MA15+) 10.00 Freddy And The Eighth. (M) 11.00 9News Late. 11.30 The Equalizer. (M) 12.15 Tipping Point. (PG) 1.05 My Way. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop. 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. 4.30 A Current Affair. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 Drew Barrymore. 7.00 Neighbours. 7.30 GCBC. 8.00 Bold. 8.30 Deal Or No Deal. 9.00 Lingo. 10.00 Judge Judy. 10.30 Australian Survivor.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Married At First Sight. 1.30 Young Sheldon. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 4. South Sydney Rabbitohs v Penrith Panthers. 8.55 Thursday Night Knock Off. 9.40 9News Late. 10.10 Outback Opal Hunters. 11.10 The First 48. 12.05 Tipping Point. 1.00 Next Stop. 1.30 TV Shop. 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. 4.30 ACA. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Romantic Rewrite. (2022) 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 4. Dolphins v Brisbane Broncos. 8.55 Golden Point. 9.45 MOVIE: Assault On Precinct 13. (2005) (MA15+) 11.45 The First 48. (M) 12.45 Tipping Point. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop. 4.00 Skippy. 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop. 5.30 Postcards. (PG) 6.00 Drew Barrymore. 7.00 Frugal Foodie. 7.30 GCBC. 8.00 Bold. 8.30 Deal Or No Deal. 9.00 Lingo. 10.00 Judge Judy. 10.30
6.00 Getaway. 6.30 ACA. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. 12.00 Destination WA. 12.30 My Way. 1.00 Let’s Eat With George. 1.30 Hybrid Horizons. 2.00 Mr Mayor. 2.30 Bondi Vet. 3.30 David Attenborough’s Mammals. 4.30 Garden Gurus. 5.00 News. 5.30 Getaway. 6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Space Invaders. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE: San Andreas. (2015) (M) 10.45 MOVIE: Volcano. (1997) 12.40 Bondi Vet. 1.30 Hybrid Horizons. 2.00 The Incredible Journey. 2.30 TV Shop. 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop. 5.30 Helping Hands.
6.00 Hello SA. 6.30 ACA. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Wide World Of Sports. 11.00 NRL Sunday Footy Show. 1.00 Fish Forever. 1.30 Drive TV: Drive Car Of The Year. 2.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 4. Manly Sea Eagles v Parramatta Eels. 5.00 News. 5.30 My Way. 6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 Married At First Sight. (PG) 8.40 60 Minutes.
1.00 Shopping.
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 Key Ingredient. 10.00 The Weekly Kick-Off. 10.30 Australian Survivor. 11.45 GCBC. 12.00 Australia By Design: Architecture. 12.30 Intrepid Adventures. 1.00 10 Minute Kitchen. 1.30 Frugal Foodie. 2.00 Silvia’s Italian Masterclass. 2.30 Taste Of Aus: BBQ. 3.00 What’s Up Down Under. 3.30 Farm To Fork. 4.00 My Market Kitchen. 4.30 GCBC. 5.00 News. 6.30 Dog House Australia. 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. 8.30 Gogglebox Australia. 9.30 Matlock. 10.30 Elsbeth. 11.30 FBI. 12.30 Shopping. 5.00 Hour Of Power.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 TBA. 2.40 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam. 3.00 Beat The Chasers UK. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Australian Idol. (PG) 8.30 9-1-1: Lone Star. (M) 9.30 Suits L.A. (M) 10.30 The Agenda Setters. 11.30 St. Denis Medical. (PG) 12.00 We Interrupt This Broadcast. (PG) 1.00 Travel Oz. (PG) 1.30 Harry’s Practice. 2.00 TBA. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise. 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning.
7.35pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. (R)
7.50 Little Lunch. (R)
8.05 Operation Ouch! (PG)
8.40 Deadly 60.
9.10 Shark With Steve Backshall.
10.00 Merlin. (PG, R)
10.45 Mythbusters
“There’s Your Problem!”. (PG, R)
11.10 Officially Amazing Goes Bunkers. (PG, R)
7.35pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. (R)
7.50 Little Lunch. (R)
8.05 Operation Ouch!
8.40 Abbott Elementary. (PG)
9.25 Doctor Who. (PG, R)
11.20 Merlin. (PG, R)
12.00am Mythbusters
“There’s Your Problem!”. (PG, R)
12.25 Good Game Spawn Point. (R)
1.05 Rage. (PG, R)
7.35pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. (R)
7.50 Little Lunch. (R)
8.05 Operation Ouch! (R)
8.40 Secrets Of The Zoo. (PG)
9.25 Harry Potter: Wizards Of Baking. (R)
10.45 Merlin. (PG, R)
11.30 Mythbusters
“There’s Your Problem!”. (PG, R)
11.55 Good Game Spawn Point. (R)
7.35pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. (R)
8.00 Be Cool, ScoobyDoo! (R)
8.30 Mythbusters
“There’s Your Problem!”. (PG, R)
8.55 Robot Wars. (R)
9.55 Merlin. (PG, R)
10.40 Officially Amazing Goes Bunkers. (PG, R)
11.10 Deadly 60. (R)
11.35 Dragon Ball Super. (PG, R)
7.30pm Harry Potter: Wizards Of Baking.
8.10 Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament Of Houses.
8.50 Fresh Off The Boat. (PG, R)
9.35 Speechless. (PG, R)
9.55 Officially Amazing Goes Bunkers. (PG, R)
10.25 Dragon Ball Super. (PG, R)
10.50 Log Horizon. (PG, R)
7.35pm Moominvalley.
8.00 Horrible Histories. (PG, R)
8.30 Fresh Off The Boat. (PG, R)
9.10 Abbott Elementary. (PG, R)
9.55 Speechless. (PG, R)
10.15 Merlin. (PG, R)
11.00 Mythbusters
“There’s Your Problem!”. (PG, R)
11.25 Operation Ouch! (PG, R)
7.35pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. (R)
7.50 Little Lunch. (R)
8.05 Operation Ouch! (R)
8.40 The Crystal Maze. (R)
9.25 Street Science. (PG)
9.45 Merlin. (PG, R)
10.30 Mythbusters
“There’s Your Problem!”. (PG, R)
5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)
6.30 Bargain Hunt.
7.30 Call The Midwife. (M, R)
8.45 Inspector George Gently. (M, R)
10.45 Air Crash Investigations: Stormy Cockpit. (PG, R)
11.45 Bargain Hunt. (R)
12.45 Inspector George Gently. (M, R)
5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)
6.30 Bargain Hunt.
7.30 Heartbeat. (PG, R)
8.45 Lewis. (M, R)
10.45 Law & Order: UK. (M, R)
11.45 Bargain Hunt. (R)
12.45 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R)
2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)
6.00pm American Pickers. (PG)
7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)
8.00 Outback Truckers. (PG, R)
10.00 Railroad Australia. (PG, R)
11.00 Deadliest Roads. (PG, R)
12.00 American Restoration. (PG, R)
12.30 Storage Wars. (PG, R)
6.00pm American Pickers. (PG)
7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)
7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG, R)
8.30 The Force: Behind The Line. (PG, R)
9.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. (M, R)
10.30 World’s Scariest Police Chases. (M)
11.30 Police Code Zero: Officer Under Attack. (M, R)
6.00pm Motorcycle Racing. Australian Superbike Championship. Round 2. 9.00 Engineering Tomorrow. (PG) 10.00 Impossible Engineering. (R) 10.55 Brady Vs Belichick: The Verdict. 12.35 Time To Buy: A Musical. (MA15+)
5.30pm Diagnosis Murder. (PG, R)
6.30 JAG. (PG, R)
7.30 Matlock. (PG, R)
8.30 NCIS. (M, R) 11.15 SEAL Team. (M, R) 12.10 Fire Country. (M, R) 2.00 48 Hours. (M, R)
6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)
6.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 10.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 11.00 Ridiculousness. (PG, R)
12.00 South Park. (MA15+, R)
12.30 Home Shopping. (R)
1.30 South Park. (M, R)
5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 JAG. (PG, R)
7.30 NCIS. (M, R)
Fire Country. (M, R)
Jake And The Fatman. (PG, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R)
6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG,
5.35pm Domino Masters. (R)
6.30 Abandoned Engineering. (PG, R) 7.25 Abandoned Americana. (PG) 9.15 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Volta a Catalunya. Stage 7. 11.15 WWE Legends. (M)
To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every number from 1 to 9 must appear in: each of the nine vertical columns, each of the nine horizontal rows and each of the nine 3 x 3 boxes. Remember no number can occur more than once in any row, column or box.
codeword
Each number corresponds to a letter of the alphabet. Two have been filled in for you, can you work out the rest?
18
wordfill
3
word search
6
7
9-letter
SOLUTIONS: aced, acne, aeon, anode, anon,
canna, canned, cannon,
TORRESAN – Paolo “Paul” (Aged 89)
Late of Palms Aged Care, Ingham
Much loved Father of Linda, Mark, Norma, Paula and their families; Father in law; Grandfather; Great Grandfather; Brother; Brother in Law; Uncle; Cousin & Friend.
All Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral Service of the late Paul Torresan which is to commence at 10.00am Friday, 28th March, 2025 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Abbott Street, Ingham, followed by his interment in the Catholic Section of the New Ingham Cemetery.
The Annual General Meeting of members of Herbert River District Cane Growers Organisation Limited will be held at Noorla Bowls Club, Tuesday 15th April 2025, commencing at 10.00 am.
CAREERS AT COUNCIL
Further
In response to the North Queensland Flood Event, a special RACQ Foundation grant round of $500,000 has been opened. With up to $25,000 available to individual projects, RACQ Foundation encourages eligible organisations to apply.
Type of recovery based projects which will be considered includes, equipment, capital works, technology, and human services.
For further information or to apply for the RACQ Foundation Grant, please visit https://bit.ly/41IdOUS.
Cleanaway personnel will be attending Warrens Hill Landfill and Resource Recovery Centre to identify and accept chemicals that have been affected by the recent flood event as a free one off service to Hinchinbrook residents.
This includes chemicals:
• Contaminated by flood water;
• That are unidentifiable due to labels being washed off; and
• That have floated onto your property due to flood water.
Date: Thursday 27 March 2025
Time: 8.00am to 4.00pm
Where: Warrens Hill Landfill and Resource Recovery Centre
Residents dropping off chemicals will be directed over the weighbridge.
Please follow all directions from Council Officers and Cleanaway personnel.
Delays may be expected, and Council appreciates your patience on the day.
Assistance for this service is jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).
Local Cowboys Head To Nationals
Levi Murray came to the Finals holding 3rd place nationally in the 11 to 14 Year Age Group in the Mini Bull Ride and Brayden Spina came in holding 9th place in the Juvenile Bull Ride. For the limited number of ABCRA Rodeos that we have in North Queensland it is a huge achievement for these competitors to get the numbers on the board to be invited to the National Finals to compete. We may see about 12 ABCRA events in North Queensland compared to over 30 ABCRA
events that competitors South of the border can attend throughout the Rodeo season.
The two boys spent over 3 days testing their skills on some quality bulls, Levi managed to cover 2 out of his 3 drawn Bulls, whilst Brayden managed to make 1 qualified ride. The experience the riders gain and friendships made make the Finals Event one to remember.
Another proud Ingham moment is when local stock contractors M S and Sons Con-
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tracting, that is Mouse, Stephanie, Alan & Brandon Masters were also invited to bring some of their best Bucking Bulls and Broncs down to Tamworth for the Finals in the main event held each evening over the 3 days. The main event is the Senior Rodeo where the best open age competitors get on the best bucking stock to take out the prestigious ABCRA National Finals Buckel. Needless to say, even after the long journey south the Lannercost Station stock proved a force to be reckoned with,
showcasing the quality of stock that we have in North Queensland on a National level.
With the 2025 Rodeo season fast approaching and a great number of up-andcoming junior competitors in Ingham, across all events, it looks set to be a great year of Rodeo action with all local riders waiting to ride at their hometown Ingham Sugar City Rodeo to be held on a date to be confirmed in September 2025.
Contributed with thanks to Mark Spina
Continued from back cover.
RODEO
Brayden Spina during the event. Images supplied.
2024 ABCRA Bull Riding Champion Clint Glass on the Bull Warrior owned by local Stock Contractors Mouse and Steph Masters and Sons. Images supplied.
Ingham Sugar City Cowboys
Invited To National Finals Rodeo
RODEO
Alot of hard work and many miles travelled over the 2024 rodeo season resulted in 2 Ingham Sugar City Cowboys being invited to attend the Australian Bushmans, Campdraft and Rodeo Association , the ABCRA, Junior National Finals held in Tamworth each morning of the 23rd, 24th and 25th of January 2025. Only the top 15 in each event gets invited to attend each year to compete against the best in Australia in the famous ALEC Arena in Tamworth, it’s credit to these two young men to make the cut and represent the NQ Zone and Ingham on the big stage in Tamworth.
