Burdekin Police to Receive New ATV in one of Home Hill Rotary’s Biggest Fundraisers Ever

The Rotary Club of Home Hill has officially launched one of its biggest fundraisers to date, aiming to raise approximately $40,000 for a new all-terrain vehicle (ATV) that will help local police patrol every corner of the community.

Unveiled at last Tuesday’s club meeting, the fundraiser will be the Rotary Club of Home Hill’s flagship community project for 2026, aimed at providing local police with a locally-based ATV they had sought funding for on multiple occasions.

“This is a practical and high-impact project that will immediately benefit the community,” said Alf Musumeci, President of the Rotary Club of Home Hill.

“Our police do an outstanding job, and this is our chance to thank them for the great work that they do, and increase their ability to respond quickly across challenging terrain.”

The ATV—a Yamaha ‘Wolverine RMAX4’—will be stationed in Home Hill and serve both Home Hill and Ayr Police stations. The modern four-seater, equipped with police technology, has received strong support from local officers.

Home Hill Police Senior Constable Will Stewart said the ATV will serve a critical function for the Burdekin, giving officers immediate access to remote areas such as Wunjunga Beach, Alva Beach, and river beds.

“It can take up to two days for ATVs to get here from Townsville… so having these wheels on the ground straight away will make a big difference.”

Given the need for the vehicle, the Rotary Club of Home Hill is urging the region to help make the project a reality.

“We’re calling on the community, local businesses, and grant partners to get behind this important initiative,” said Musumeci.

The project will amalgamate community events, raffles, and corporate partnerships to raise the funds needed to purchase the ATV.

Fundraising efforts kick off with a $5 raffle for a Bushranger Battery Powered Multi-Tool and Lawn Mower pack from Burdekin Motorcycles, with the winner to be drawn on 30 June.

Community members and local businesses can support the Rotary Club of Home Hill by donating online at facebook.com/rotaryclubofhomehill or contacting the Club via email at home.hill@rotary9560.org. Stay updated on upcoming events and raffles through the Club’s Facebook page.

1—Clive Williams and Club President Alf Musumeci of the Home Hill Rotary Club, Home Hill Police Senior Constable Will Stewart, and Alyssa and Dave Muir of Burdekin Motorcycles. Photo credit: Jacob Casha

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