By Amanda Wright The 2025 Federal Budget was never just about dollars and cents—it was about the direction Australia takes in the years ahead. Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ latest budget, delivered on 25 March, makes clear where the Albanese government believes that the future lies: in cost-of-living relief, housing, and a transition to a more sustainable economy. But with an election now set for 3 May, it’s impossible to ignore the political stakes. Is this a responsible economic plan or a budget de
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When disastrous floods swept through the region in February, the town of Ingham found itself in a crisis unlike any it had seen in recent memory with devastating flood waters surpassing the levels they reached in the historic floods of 1967. Amidst the chaos of the floods the local medical practices Hinchinbrook Healthcare and Ingham Family Medical Practice banded together in times of uncertainty and provided a glimmer of light to Ingham residents, demonstrating remarkable resilience and resour
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Victoria grew up in Brisbane and went on to pursue a Cert III in Business Administration while also qualifying as a swimming teacher through AustSwim. Their career path led them to roles as a receptionist and swimming instructor, where they worked hard to fund their Diploma of Arts. Later serving as an editor for a medical journal at Queensland University of Technology, Victoria further sharpened their writing and editorial skills. Victoria's family live in Macknade and moving to the reg
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A striking symbol of resilience and awareness now stands along the highway in Ingham—its vivid blue branches reaching out as a reminder that no one has to struggle in silence. The Blue Tree Project, a national initiative aimed at breaking the stigma around mental health, found a home in the town in July 2023, thanks to a collaborative community effort. Councillor Donna Marbelli first saw a Blue Tree while driving between Townsville and Ingham and knew the town needed one of its own. The search
Read the full storyIn the aftermath of the recent flooding in the Hinchinbrook Shire, Hinchinbrook Chamber has been working closely with many government agencies over the past few weeks, in an effort to bring as much support as possible for business owners who have been impacted by this event.
Having already hosted two well attended community information session with Sam Spina, Regional Area Manager FNQ QRIDA, Chamber is now taking individual bookings for business owners who would like to meet and discuss their application with a QRIDA representative. These appointments are available on Tuesday 4th March, 2025 from 1.00pm to 4.30pm, please contact Chamber for further information as bookings are already filling quickly.
Tuesday will also see the Small Business Commissioner, Domique Lamb visit the Shire, to meet with the business community and gain a better understanding of the impact this event has had on their operations now and sustainability into the future. There will be an opportunity for local business owners and managers to meet with Commissioner Domique Lamb at Lee’s Hotel, commencing at 5.00pm on Tuesday 4th March, 2025.
Additional officers from the Department of Small and Family Business will also be in town from Tuesday to Thursday and will be available to speak to any business owners or managers to understand how they can further support the needs of the business community, to assist with recovery and return to full operations.
For those in the business community who seeking some assistance, by way of financial assistance or mental health support, these officers have been on the ground and are visiting the region on a regular basis and are available for individual appointments as required.
Hinchinbrook Chamber has worked tirelessly during and since the flooding began in an effort to inform, update, support and advocate on behalf of the business community of the Shire and will continue this much needed service until it is no longer required. For any business owner who is requiring assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out via our phone, email or social media contacts.
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