With countless cars making the drive out to see the infamous Christmas lights at Paul Cavallaro’s house, this lively and extravagant display has become a Hinchinbrook family tradition during the merry season, dating back 21 years. Paul and his mother Mary began creating a lights display for Paul’s nephew and discovered that they enjoyed it so much they continued expanding their collection and, as the years went by, their reputation grew. Continued on page 3 Paul Cavallaro and his mother Mar
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With unpredictable weather attempting to dampen the festive spirit of the region, the Hinchinbrook Chamber of Commerce and Markets at the Mosaic organisers assured the second 2024 Late Night Shopping event would go ahead, rain, hail or shine! On Thursday 19th December, a wonderful turnout filled Mercer Lane and surrounding precincts, with stalls retailing handmade delights, delicious treats, beautiful plants, fantastic florals, and more for all to enjoy. Shoppers flooded the streets, supporting
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Ingham will soon be treated to another wonderful celebration of Italian culture with the return of the Australian Italian Festival scheduled for Saturday 7 June, and Sunday 8 June 2025! An annual celebration of all things food and culture, the Australian Italian Festival continues to make headlines across the state, with the atmosphere beautifully complimented by Ingham’s gorgeous TYTO wetlands and parklands. Since its establishment in 1995, the festival has grown exponentially with the suppor
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On Monday 9 December the Hinchinbrook Emergency Service Cadets had their graduation, acknowledging the hard work they have dedicated to the service. 18 Cadets received their end of year graduation certificates marking the completion of the 2024 Program, while one Senior Cadet who is now over 18, graduated the whole program, having been a cadet for the past four years. On the night all Cadets graduated the year and some received special awards. Keldon Fletcher was awarded the Don Prichard mem
Read the full storyAfter an extraordinary 15-year career at the Hinchinbrook Community Support Centre (HCSC), Marilyn Pavetto is retiring, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and dedication that has profoundly shaped our community. Marilyn began her journey in disaster recovery in 2009, providing critical support to families during and post crisis. She then worked as a counsellor and rolled out and delivered a suicide prevention program into the community, educating over 700 locals on how to save their friends and families lives.
Her passion for uplifting others eventually led her to focus on social inclusion for the elderly, a role in which she truly found her calling. Over the years, Marilyn has become a champion for senior citizens, creating programs that foster connection and belonging. From intergenerational projects to information sharing and good old fashioned morning teas, her efforts have empowered older adults to live fulfilling and engaged lives.
Her colleagues praise her as a "tireless advocate and a true inspiration," and the countless lives she’s touched are a testament to her dedication. CEO Linda McClelland praises Marilyn for her dedication and commitment to the organisation and for being a fierce advocate for the aged.
“I will miss Marilyn in the workplace, but her efforts will not be forgotten,” she said.
As Marilyn moves into retirement, HCSC celebrates her incredible achievements and wishes her joy and relaxation in this next chapter. Thank you, Marilyn, for your remarkable service!
Contributed with thanks to the Hinchinbrook Community Support Centre.
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