Primary producers in the Burdekin have the opportunity to expand their knowledge, free of charge, at a series of Rabo Client Council workshops. The workshops are designed to help provide the financial skills essential to managing an agricultural enterprise and will provide farmers with an opportunity to both upskill and network. The initiative has been spearheaded and funded by food and agribusiness banking specialist Rabobank’s Rabo Client Council, a group of the bank’s farming clients who volu
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With cane supply agreements underway across the state, Queensland Cane Agriculture & Renewables (QCAR) continues to fulfil its promises made to the industry and its members. QCAR CEO Panikos Spyrou said Cane Supply Agreement negotiations are well underway in the Herbert, while in the Mackay region, negotiations are nearing full completion as QCAR strives to achieve innovative outcomes for its members across the state. “We are satisfied that we have been able to achieve the desires of our members
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Charters Towers is a hidden gem waiting to be explored. Steeped in history and surrounded by stunning landscapes, the charming destination, an hour and a half from Townsville, offers a myriad of activities for visitors. Whether you're a history buff, nature lover, or adventure seeker, Charters Towers has something for everyone. Explore The Historic Stock Exchange Arcade Start your Charters Towers journey by delving into its rich history at the Stock Exchange Arcade. This heritage-listed buildi
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Wink and Blink Every school holiday our local libraries create two activity booklets for children to take home free of charge. Wink is the booklet for younger children and Blink is for older school aged children. The booklets are available from the weekend that holidays start and can be collected from the desk at either Burdekin Library Ayr or Home Hill Branch Library. Visit Coutts Park Coutts Park in Ayr features a playground, picnic shelter and barbecue area, half basketball court, exercise
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Wednesday March 20 winners were Barry Hewson, Col Essex and Mario Milan who defeated Bob Young, Dino Poli and Lew Stidston. Runners up were Reno Lazarin, Alan Jones and Ron Soper who defeated John Hall, George Nixon and Henry Hazle. Saturday March 22 winners were Sandra Darwen and Ron Soper who defeated John Pirrone and Rob Garner. Runners up were Lorraine Wolffe, Vince Beitia and Blake Hyden. Social Bowls on Tuesday March16: Betty Schultz, Heather Jorgensen and Sandra Stidston defeated Isabel C
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Local With it being Easter and the school holidays, nothing much has happened on the local football scene. Back in the day, the seniors would be involved in the Greaves-Munroe Cup, a knockout competition played over the Easter weekend. Ah, yes. Apparently, there are no fixtures next weekend either. However, the following week all teams are back on the park. On Friday 12th April the Panthers Division 1 side are away to Estates and on the Sunday, the Premiers, Under 23s and Ladies are all at hom
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A small field of 12 players took to the green on Monday, April 1 for a club trophy. Today's winner was Ross Wilkie with 38, handicapper is going to catch you. Second went to Carol Betteridge with 37. Close behind was Peter Dale on 35. Friday arvo club played on Thursday because of Good Friday. 21 players. NTP. A Grade: Gysie. C Grade: John Ross Dale. Ladies: Carol. Least putts: Ross Wilkie. The day’s winner: Johnno. Lucky Number: Pete Mackaway. Contributed by Stephen Doig
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Wednesday night barefoot bowls was won by Paul and, for the first time, Nev. Four bowls pairs was the game played. Thursday’s game had 23 players turn up to do battle. The winners of the day were Trevor, Alex and John. Thanks to sponsor Blinds 2 U. Tuesday Trimmers is going well and BINGO Thursday mornings is a bit of a hit. Until next week, good bowling. Contributed by Stephen Doig Caption: Paul and Nev
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The juniors were lucky with the weather, taking to the green on Saturday, March 23 for the Home Hill Junior Open and just finishing their comp and presentations before the rain set in. Results 3 Holes Gross winner - Sonny Hutchinson Nett winner - Ella Church Nett R/U - Hudson Suficiencia NTP - Sonny Hutchinson 6 Holes Gross winner - Rheanna Bain Gross R/U - Curtis Borellini Nett winner - Lyla Land Nett R/Up - Kyle Wilkie NTP - Curtis Borellini 9 Holes Gross winner - Cody Webster Nett winner
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The RLTD season gets under way this weekend with games played in Ingham, Charters Towers and Townsville. The Roosters will have an away game on Sunday with Western Lions in Townsville. Roosters A grade coach Steve Lansley says he is waiting on allocations from both the Cowboys and Blackhawks before naming his team. “We have two allocated from the Cowboys and two from the Blackhawks but so far in Trials we have seen only Jeremiah Matuatu from the Cowboys and Christan Gale from the Blackhawks,” th
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A fantastic day was had by all at Burdekin Clay Target Club’s Team/Novice Shoot on Saturday March 23. You couldn’t have asked for any better conditions; the sun was shining and the breeze was just perfect. Thank you to the sponsors for the day, Queensland Clay Target Association and Joe Caruso Construction. Thank you to Cameron Cislowski for donating the prizes for Best Dressed Team and Lui Populin for donating the Raffle Prize.
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Home Hill Tennis is excited to announce that coaching for juniors and adults will recommence in Term 2 on April 19. This initiative is being supported by the State Government. The club was recently successful in gaining a Sport and Recreation grant to enable Queenslanders to participate in Sport and Recreation activities. Lessons will recommence on Friday afternoons with a free come and try for all onwards from 3.30pm. Interested participants should check the Home Hill Tennis Association Faceboo
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Hi readers I’ve returned from a wonderful weekend of exploring with mum and dad and have bid adieu to them once again. After a weekend spent in the Burdekin, that included sunrise up the hill, a night of bowls, and a couple of beers with the neighbours, the three of us headed west, spending our first night on the road in Ravenswood. Although I don’t have any ghost stories to share, the town had a historical eeriness which I loved. The remaining buildings were just beautiful to look at and I wa
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The Burdekin likes to fly its flags proudly, but the north Queensland sunshine can certainly take its toll. That’s where Member for Burdekin Dale Last came in, providing a new set of flags for Brandon State School earlier in the month. Mr Last presented students and staff with the flags on Monday, March 11. “Like all schools throughout the electorate, the Brandon State School takes great pride in flying their flags,” he said. “Thanks to the North Queensland weather, the school’s flags were look
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Alva fisher Sienna Green has been awarded the Young Achiever Award at the Queensland Seafood Industry Awards after being nominated for making “a positive difference to the seafood industry.”
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The Australian Government has found itself in quite a pickle after breaking its election promise to reduce overall household energy bills by $275. The draft of regulated electricity prices was released on March 20 after the national energy regulator pledged to intensify efforts in safeguarding consumers. Dale Last, Member for Burdekin, remained reluctant about the proposal, raising major concerns that it wouldn’t be enough to ensure regional customers can afford to keep the lights on in their
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One of the Burdekin’s longest serving members of Local Government is walking the halls of the Burdekin Shire Council chambers for the last time this week, having been first elected over 30 years ago. Lyn McLaughlin has risen from local Councillor to Mayor of the region during this time and despite being unsuccessful in her bid for another term in the hot seat, she said she is harnessing the optimism and integrity she is known for, taking the new life direction in her stride. No stranger to loc
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The approval of an underground pipeline corridor connecting Bowen with the Burdekin River is now in the final stages of Federal and State Government assessment and support, as pre-construction activities for the Bowen Pipeline Project continue to advance. Developed by the Bowen Pipeline Company (BPC), the community led and funded Project is a 182 km underground water pipeline commencing 16km upstream from Home Hill and moving south through to Gumlu, Guthalungra, and on to Bowen. The development
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Home Hill Chamber of Commerce held its second Social and Networking Event last Wednesday, March 21, inviting Scripture Union School Chaplain John Mackay to address the business community. John has 17 years of experience as a school chaplain and currently works at both East Ayr State School and Clare State School. He said the biggest role of the school chaplain is to care for the students within the schools. “More than that, we also care for the staff and the families there too, so we’re trying t
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Rehoming fee: $195 DOB: 1/07/2022 Sex: Male Breed: DOH Kid friendly: Yes Dog Friendly: Untested Other cats: Yes Indoors/Outdoors: Indoors Checkers is relaxed and looking for a relaxing home. He is super chilled and tolerant, making him perfect if you have children around the house. Checkers doesn’t just chill in his own world, he is renowned for cuddles and loves attention. Checkers is desexed, microchipped, up to date on vaccinations and is tick, flea and worm treated. If you are
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Ian and Justine Baker are two of the Burdekin’s newest residents and when they moved here from Ipswich, they brought with them a rare opportunity for local veterans to experience offroad racing. Although new to the Burdekin, the Raemus Rover Racing program has been operating in southeast Queensland for over 10 years, a method of adrenaline therapy utilising the highly dynamic genre of racing and combining it with a peer-to-peer counselling and support program. The program’s origins trace back to
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The Great Barrier Reef is amidst its fifth widespread coral bleaching event in just eight years, aerial surveys have revealed. The surveys, conducted by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority and the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS), observed over 300 reefs between Cape Melville north of Cooktown to just north of Bundaberg and confirmed the event. Reef Authority Chief Scientist Dr Roger Beeden said the results of these surveys are consistent with the patterns of heat stress th
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In February 2017, eleven people climbed the steep stairs at the Burdekin Library in Ayr. Beginners and experienced writers alike, they dreamed of novels, family histories, memoirs, anthologies and children’s stories. They sought a group of like-minded individuals who would inspire and encourage their creativity. From that meeting, Scratchy Scribblers was formed. Over the next six years, the group changed names and meeting locations multiple times. Members and partnerships came and went, but, thr
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This week, we wanted to share with you something that comes up a lot at the Neighbourhood Centre. We often hear people say – “not that my opinion matters”, “I don’t have anything to offer”, “I am just… xyz”. One of our core values at the Centre is that EVERYONE has something to offer, EVERYONE has had life experiences that can help others, NO ONE is JUST anything…. You are You – and YOU MATTER. People often get caught up in the expectations and opinions of others, leaving little space for sel
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Did you know that the Burdekin Shire Council has an Arts and Cultural Strategy 2021-2030 to support the vitality and diversity of arts and culture in the region? The Arts and Cultural Strategy 2021-2030 strategy is based on contemporary cultural planning principles and is informed by evidence and community values. It aims to promote a cultural vitality that will enrich the liveability and appeal of the Burdekin Shire and is designed to integrate with other Council planning mechanisms and be co
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