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 storyThe Herbert River Museum is preparing for its Christmas themed display windows, featuring a nativity scene and all things Christmassy.
The volunteers at the museum all get behind it and love the Christmas aspect in the museum during this part of the year.
The Herbert River Museum has 13 volunteers and President Coral Gard said she is always looking for more.
“We only need people to do three hours a week,” she said.
The non-for-profit museum has been open for 32 years now and volunteers always love to see people coming through the doors for the first time.
The museum has six rooms in total and most items on display are donated by members of the public.
“When one of the ladies got here yesterday, on the doorstep was an old fashioned hair dryer,” said Coral.
“Someone had dropped it at the door for us!”
Coral loves working at the museum, she finds it extremely satisfying and interesting.
“I love the history of the place, it is wonderful,” Coral said.
“People come in, and then they'll ask about certain things, and I will say, ‘Well, if I don't know, I can get somebody that does know’.”
Coral also added her thanks to the council, that has donated $5000 a year to the Herbert River Museum.
The Herbert River Museum is open Tuesday – Saturday 9am – 12pm and will be closed from the 14 December until 4th February for volunteers to enjoy Christmas and extra time with family.
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