FRONT PAGE INTRO Evandah Bann has cemented his place as Australia’s 'Fastest Man On Sand' after clinching the gold medal in the U19 male beach sprint at the 2025 Australian Surf Life Saving Championships. For Evandah, this was a victory and a thrilling triumph that capped off a remarkable season and years of training progression. The gold is just the latest milestone in his rapidly growing career. But it’s not just individual glory—Evandah’s spirit shines through in the team challenge, where hi
Read the full storyThe Herbert River Museum is open again, and operating under usual hours, 9am – 12pm Tuesday to Saturday. Fortunately, the museum sustained minimal flood damage, and all of their rooms are open now including the major room, tools and office supply room, hospital room, barracks room, parlour or lounge room, and the military room. The museum is currently preparing for its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on April 11. The meeting is set to commence at 10am and all community members, whether volunteers
Read the full storyPreparations are well underway for this year’s highly anticipated Ingham Show. Organisers are working hard to finalise attractions, entertainment, and logistics to ensure another successful event. This years show will be held on Thursday 26th & Friday 27th of June and as always, the show will feature popular competitions and displays, including horse jumping, cattle judging, wood chopping, poultry exhibitions, caged birds, and dog events. A family favourite, the animal nursery, will also return
Read the full storyTownsville-based developer Maidment Group has made a bold entrance into the local luxury market with Marina Residences – an exclusive waterfront living experience unlike anything else in the region. With 50% of residences sold within just two months of its launch, Marina Residences has captured the attention of discerning local and interstate buyers who have been waiting for a project of this calibre to emerge in Townsville. Marina Residences will deliver 18 luxury residences, including 15 thr
Read the full storyThis Tuesday, JK’s Deli showed appreciation to the hardworking tradies who kept the Hinchinbrook community running smoothly during to the recent flooding. Plumbers, electricians, builders, concreters, and other tradespeople were treated to a free coffee as a small token of gratitude for their tireless work and dedication.
In addition to the free coffee, tradies were invited to bring in one of their work shirts, which JK’s proudly wore on Tuesday and Wednesday to help promote local businesses. This unique gesture was a way for JK’s to give back and show support for the local trades people who are always there when needed.
The cafe also got some generous donations from people in the community, including Jesse Spina from Spin FX Electrical who donated $100 to help feed the tradies.
The day was a success, with plenty of local tradies stopping by JK’s Deli to enjoy their free coffee and grab a meal. It was a wonderful opportunity to show appreciation for the people who play such a vital role in the community.
With the huge success of tradies day, the cafe also introduced a farmers day where local farmers could get a free coffee.
The cafe expressed the importance of farmers in North Queensland.
“This industry is the backbone of North Queensland, many coming over on boats at very young ages for a better life in Australia," said their post on Facebook.
After a difficult period of floods for Ingham, it's lovely to see businesses coming together to spread joy throughout the community.