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July marks a big month for local business BQC Group which is celebrating 50 years of BQC Quarries, 40 years of Burdekin Concrete and the second year of its new enterprise, BQC Sands. Taking pride in not only building the community but also employing a local workforce, BQC Group is a thriving business that has innovated over time and consistently grown to deliver to industry needs.
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Over fifty amazing members of the Burdekin community dedicated their time on the morning of Saturday 20 July to support the Zonta Club in assembling 1,000 birthing kits. The Zonta Birthing Kit project was established in 2003 and involves clubs arranging kit assembly days to put together simple, clean birthing kits which are set internationally to help birthing assistants in developing countries. Well over a million birthing kits have been sent overseas to date, with each kit including a sheet
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Rehoming fee: $195 DOB: 9/04/2022 Sex: Female Breed: Domestic Short Hair Kid friendly: Yes Dog Friendly: Slowly introduce Other cats: No Indoors/Outdoors: Indoors Bubbles has mastered the art of being the perfect companion with her mesmerising black fur and gorgeous amber eyes you won’t be able to resist snuggling up to her. Her sleek coat and striking features make heads turn wherever she goes, but it's her charming personality that truly steals hearts. Whether it’s curling up on your lap fo
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Debbie Searle and a group of dedicated friends orchestrated a delightful event at the Ayr Golf Club on 30 June. Their efforts were to host a Biggest Morning Tea, an annual fundraiser that combines the simple pleasures of tea and treats with the noble cause of supporting Cancer Research. Approximately 50 enthusiastic ladies gathered at the Ayr Golf Club to partake in a morning filled with camaraderie and goodwill. Among the highlights of the event was a captivating fashion parade featuring the l
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• Nestled just 8 minutes from the heart of Ayr.
• This unique property offers the perfect blend
of rural tranquillity and modern convenience.
• 2” Bore Ensuring ample water supply for your
needs.
• Expansive Machinery Shed.
• Additionally, there’s a lean-to (12m x 7.5m x
approx. 3m high.
• Screened entertaining deck overlooking Dicks
Bank Water Hole.
July 25, 2024
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all having a great end to your week! I’ve been busy with university like always, and when I’m having my chats to people on campus here and there it’s becoming so much more exciting, and feeling more and more real saying “I’m graduating at the end of this year”! It’s been so great to chat to you all throughout the week, and I love hearing your stories and sharing them with everyone else in the community. It’s truly my favourite part of what I do, and one of the reason
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July 25, 2024
Friday 14 June saw the Burdekin Christian College painted with vibrant hues and colourful hairstyles as the school celebrated Crazy Colour Day to fundraise for the NRL Cowboys House. The NRL Cowboys House stands as a unique, culturally safe boarding facility for young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men and women attending partner schools in Townsville. Over $500 was raised by the student-led group, Z-Club, with all these funds to be donated to the worthwhile cause. The Burdekin Christia
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July 25, 2024
On Saturday 13 July, the Eimeo Surf Club hosted the North Barrier Branch Annual Awards Dinner to officially culminate the 2023-24 surf lifesaving season and recognise excelling members. Branch employees, committee members, and members of the seven clubs from across the North Barrier including Forest Beach, Arcadian, Townsville – Picnic Bay, Ayr, Eimeo, Mackay and Sarina, gathered to attend the celebratory evening. An annual event, recognition is awarded to members who have excelled across all
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July 25, 2024
Roosters coach Steve Lansley was visibly frustrated after watching his team narrowly lose to Charters Towers 32-26 at Rugby Park on Saturday night. "I am starting to sound like a broken record but that is definitely a game we let go way," said Coach Lansley. The first half was a closely contested battle, with both teams scoring three tries each, going into halftime, tied at 18-all. The Roosters then pulled ahead to 24-18 with a converted try by Jye Olsen, followed by a penalty from Olsen, brin
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July 25, 2024
The Ayr Surf Club is hosting a Mini Come and Try Day and Sign-On on Sunday 28 July 2024 to kick off the 2024-25 Season. The day will begin at 10:30am at the Ayr Surf Club at Alva Beach, followed by a sausage sizzle afterwards and the community is invited to come along for what will be a spectacularly sunny morning of activities. Children aged from Green Caps (must be 5 by 30 September 2024) through to Under 14s will be able to experience and trial everything that’s involved with nippers. The
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July 25, 2024
Sunday 21 July was a perfect day for an exhilarating game of rugby at Casalegno Fields. The weather was ideal with clear skies, calm winds, and cool temperatures, setting the stage for an exciting match between the Canetoads and the top-seeded Brothers. Despite playing most of the game with one man down, the Canetoads delivered some of the best footy we’ve seen all year. The small crowd erupted in cheers when the final whistle blew, as the Canetoads snatched victory from the Brothers' grasp. T
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July 4, 2024
On Wednesday 26 June, the Burdekin Show ignited the region for another year, with star-studded entertainment, classic show rides, and a joyous atmosphere. Approximately 4,000 people flooded through the Ayr Showgrounds gates ready to enjoy one of the most anticipated events on the region’s calendar. The weather was not overly favourable, with a spot of rain here and there, however the show festivities shone through, with the show committee more than impressed with the overall attendance. “It w
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July 25, 2024
The Tropical Brain and Mind Foundation (TBMF) is proud to announce their Tropical Laughs event series, a unique initiative combining the power of humour and laughter to promote mental health and well-being. This series features Australia’s only full-time professional comedian with a Master's degree in Suicidology, Mark McConville. The event series features Laughter Clinics tailored for various groups, along with a Comedy Night where both Mark McConville and Ellen Briggs take the stage, delive
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July 25, 2024
The spectacular talents of the Burdekin Christian College’s students in years Prep through to 12 will be staged at the Burdekin Theatre on Friday 2 August when the school performs their musical production Seussical Jr.! Under the direction of dedicated teachers and staff members, each student holds an integral role in the performance, from backstage to under the spotlight. The musical will open with the school’s youngest stars in levels Prep to Year 2 shining brightly with a carefully choreog
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July 25, 2024
Are you ready to move, groove, clap your hands and stop your feet to treasured tunes from the decades live this August? The Burdekin Theatre will stage the celebrated, annual Burdekin Brass Band showcase, Burdekin Brass Live on Sunday 4 August with almost 50 talented musicians set to impress audiences with their instrumental magic. The Burdekin Brass Band stands as a treasured organisation within the community, and their annual showcase provides an ultimate opportunity for the region to indulg
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The Whitsundays Writers Festival has announced the inaugural Lover Letter to Queensland event, which is set to take place on Thursday 5 September 2024 at the Coral Sea Resort ballroom in Airlie Beach.The event aims to highlight the deep community spirit and affection of Queensland through heartfelt stories and expressions of love.The writing competition invites individuals to share their personal stories and tributes to Queensland, fostering a sense of unity and pride.The competition offers priz
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