TOP NEWS

Tradie-Lady Wins Big! Hinchinbrook Local Shines at 2025 QRC and WIMARQ Resources Awards

Hinchinbrook’s Kylee Frankee has been awarded the Exceptional Tradeswoman, Technician, and Operator Award at the 2025 BMA Mitsubishi Alliance Queensland Resources Council (QRC) and Women in Mining and Resources Queensland (WIMARQ) Awards. With 16 years of experience as an Electrical and Instrument Technician, Kylee has earned a reputation for her expertise, leadership, and dedication to supporting apprentices and advocating for mental health in the workplace. A passionate mentor, she also champi

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Oh, Baby! New Date Confirmed for the Baby Welcoming Ceremony

If your child was born after March 2024, the Hinchinbrook Shire Council warmly invites your family to attend the 2025 Baby Welcoming Ceremony at the Hinchinbrook Shire Library. At this special event, your little one will be officially welcomed as a member of the Hinchinbrook community by the Mayor. Each family will receive a gift bag, a personalised certificate, and a commemorative sapling to symbolise the setting down of new roots and the special new bud added to your family tree. Parents and

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Ingham Post Office Celebrates 90 Years

This year, Ingham Post Office is celebrating 90 years of service and keeping regional Queensland connected. Built in 1935, the post office has become one of the region’s most prominent community hubs and was added to the Australian Commonwealth Heritage List in 2012. Over the decades, it has connected generations of locals through letters, telegrams, phone calls, and now digital services. The region’s postal history dates back to 1871, when services began with a steamer mail run from Cardwell a

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ANZAC Day Memorial Schedule

Dawn Service - Ingham 4:15am the DAWN PARADE will assemble at Mafeking Tree, opposite the Police Station. At the service conclusion all those attending are invited to the RSL Club for breakfast. RSL Remembrance Ceremony - Ingham 6:00am a ceremony will be conducted at the Ingham War Cemetery by the Herbert River Sub-branch of the Returned Service League of Australia. Commemoration Ceremony - Forrest Beach 7:00am a commemoration ceremony will be conducted at the Forrest Beach Memorial. Parade a

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Pest Control Is Still Local

January 13, 2025

When it comes to keeping homes and businesses pest-free, Michael Slater is the local expert you can count on. With 22 years of experience in the pest control industry, Michael has built a reputation for tackling everything from termites to birds while providing friendly and professional service.

Michael began his career alongside his parents, Edd and Julie Slater, under the Flick brand. While Edd and Julie have since retired, Michael’s passion for pest control led him to continue the family legacy with his own business, aptly named The Pest Control Guy.

Operating the only local pest control service in the area, Michael covers an impressive stretch from Ingham to Cardwell and beyond. His business handles a wide variety of pests, offering tailored solutions for every challenge.

Behind the scenes, Julie remains involved in The Pest Control Guy by managing bookings and paperwork. She wants the community to know that despite their retirement from Flick, local pest control is alive and well.

“There’s been some confusion,” Julie said, “but we’re still here, and Michael’s always ready to help.”

Michael’s dedication goes beyond extermination.

Michael loves the variety, and he loves meeting people,

“Every day and every job is a different experience, and he thrives on that.”

Flexibility is a cornerstone of The Pest Control Guy. Michael is available six days a week and works around his clients’ schedules to ensure convenience.

Whether you’ve got spiders in the shed or birds causing a bother, you can trust The Pest Control Guy to have your back—and your home pest-free.


Michael Slater is ready to make your home pest-free.

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