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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Read the full storyThe Noorla Bowls Club held a wonderful Ladies Presentation Day on 14 November, celebrating a year of impressive bowling achievements. The event was a highlight for many, with members gathering to honour the winners of various competitions and enjoy each other’s company.
The winners of the Competition Pairs were Glen and Jan, who claimed top honours in a competitive field. A big congratulations also goes to the runners-up, Rosemary and Nella – well done to all four players!
A special thank you was extended to Carmen and Carla, whose efforts in decorating the tables and preparing the beautifully presented trophies and prize envelopes made the event even more memorable.
During the presentation of trophies, we also celebrated the victors of other key events:
• 4s Winners: Sue Pizzi, Chris Hewitt, Dora Moggan, and Carla Pizzi
• 4s Runners-Up: Rosemary Rose, Mia Bandeira, Nella Mancuso, and Gail Bison
• Pairs Winners: Carla and Sue Pizzi
• Pairs Runners-Up: Rosemary Rose and Nella Mancuso
• A Grade Singles Winner: Carla Pizzi
• A Grade Singles Runner-Up: Sue Pizzi
• Thelma Lynch Consistency Trophy Winner: Sue Pizzi
• Thelma Lynch Consistency Trophy Runner-Up: Rosemary Rose
The club is excited to see everyone back on the green in the near future, and wished all of their members good bowling and good health for 2025.
Contributed with thanks to Noorla Bowls Club.
Top of the Pops! Winners Jan and Glen with President Rosemary.
The Club congratulated Runners Up Nella and Rosemary.
The Fours Champs celebrated their victory.
The Fours Runners Up were commended for their excellence.
The Noorla Bowls Club ladies and NQ Reps enjoyed a fabulous Presentation Day.
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