In the world of small business, there exist those rooted in heritage and built upon dedication; such is the case with Milburn Painting and Maintenance Services. Founded by Cheyne Milburn, the business carries a legacy from his father’s enterprise, Merv Milburn Painting, and has been flourishing since 2019 under Cheyne’s adept guidance. Cheyne operates with an unwavering commitment to excellence, evident in the diverse services offered including plastering, sanding, painting walls, ceilings, rail
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Five years ago, two local brothers joined forces and combined their respective 25 years’ experience in the industry to become one of the Burdekin’s most trusted, professional, and skilled concreters. Matt and Luke Fallon operate Fallon Constructions and also Fallon Constructions NQ, servicing areas from Ingham to Bowen and everywhere in between.
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Over 70 guests joined Brandon State School on Friday, December 1 to celebrate the graduation of the Year 6 students for 2023.Laughter, tears and memories were shared with families, students, staff and P&C.“We farewelled our magnificent seven students, whom have achieved in all areas of schooling whilst at Brandon SS,” said Brandon State School Principal Rowan Coffey.“We wish them the greatest of futures.”
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Millaroo State School held a Community Day last Wednesday, December 6 to celebrate the end of the school year with students, special guests and parents.“We invite everyone from the community, from Millaroo, Dalbeg and Clare, into our school to play games, have fun with the students and have a look at how good our school is,” said Principal Annette Wellington.
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Departing year 6 student Chace Pyott has continued a long tradition of Year 6 Projects by painting a mural on the back of the cubbyhouse at Millaroo State School.“Every year, the year 6 students will leave something behind, and this is Chace’s tribute to the school for this year,” said Millaroo State School Principal Annette Wellington.
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Jarvisfield State School's presentation day took place on Monday, December 4, incorporating the year 6 graduation, end of year awards and Christmas Concert. Alfredo Vasta graduated from year 6 after starting prep at the school in 2017, the same year as the current school principal, Lisa Bello. “Alfredo is a kind, caring and well liked student,” said Ms Bello. “No matter where he goes, someone always has something nice to say about. “Even though he will be the only year 6 child going into high
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The value of Australian agriculture production is forecast to fall as increasing global supply and drier conditions impact farmers.Acting Executive Director of Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences (ABARES) David Galeano said the forecast for total agricultural production values in 2023–24 is $78 billion.
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300,000 doses of a vaccine against the serious cattle virus that causes lumpy skin disease (LSD) have been secured in an agreement that will help Australia prepare for potential future outbreaks. LSD, which also affects buffalo, has been reported in Indonesia but Australia remains free of this devastating disease. However, if the disease got a foothold here, quick access to and effective rollout of these vaccines will help keep Australian cattle and buffalo safe. For now, the doses of the vaccin
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Farmers and growers of the Burdekin received a visit from Water Minister Glenn Butcher last week, with Queensland Cane Agriculture & Renewables’ (QCAR) water committee securing time with the visiting Minister. Mr Butcher, the Minister for Regional Development and Manufacturing and Minister for Water, met with the QCAR Burdekin Irrigators last Wednesday, December 6 to discuss the issue of rising groundwater as well as issues surrounding the supply and pricing of water in the region. “It was a rea
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Since 1932, Inkerman Lime & Gypsum has been passionately servicing the agriculture sector of the Burdekin and beyond. The business has always been locally owned and operated, with Robert, Joe and Rosetta Tama of Home Hill currently at the helm. Having lived in the Burdekin for almost half a century, the Tama family are no strangers to the region, its land and its people. With experience and interests in sugar cane, small crops, heavy produce, mangoes, broad acre crops and forestry, the Tama's ha
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Fast Facts: Rehoming Fee: $450 DOB: 8/7/2020 Sex: Male Breed: Kelpie Cross Kid Friendly: Yes Cat Friendly: Untested Other Dogs: Yes Fences: 6 Ft This handsome smiley boy is Bruce, a fun-loving young man who loves going for walks and runs with his humans. Immaculately house trained, Bruce walks well on his lead and knows his basic commands. He loves splaying himself on cool tiles and loves roughhousing with his foster brothers. Bruce is very food motivated and loves learning new tricks with
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The Burdekin Community Association Inc (BCA) celebrated the end of another busy year with the Client and Volunteer Christmas Luncheon at the Anzac Memorial Club on Monday, December 4. “It was a wonderful event, full of joy, laughter, good people, food and entertainment,” BCA CEO Debra Cochran said.171 people attended the Luncheon including special guests Member for Burdekin Dale Last MP, Burdekin Shire Council Deputy Mayor Sue Perry, and Councillor John Furnell. “Councillor Furnell did a brilli
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With a cooling breeze blowing, two games of triples and one game of pairs were played and the winners on the night were Katharina Stuckler, Sam Caltabiano, Evelyn Wiltshere, David Burt, Rob Jorgensen and Bill Walker.
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Saturday’s Home Hill Cricket Association fixture saw Guardian Pharmacy take on Crowned Mongrels for the last game of the year. Guardian Pharmacy won the toss and elected to bat, sending in opener Mark Coventry who set the pace scoring 65 runs not out from 32 balls, backed up ably by JD Wilkins scoring 52 runs not out from 41 balls. Other noteworthy contributions came from Damien Ricketts scoring 15 from 22, Salvatore Cardillo scoring 13 from 13 and Leo Olditch scoring 11 from 11. Crowned Mongr
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Renee Cordingley, Tilley Payn and Lynda Sawbridge accept their prize after taking out the She SAILS Open Regatta in Newcastle. Photo suppliedRenee Cordingley, Tilley Payn and Lynda Sawbridge accept their prize after taking out the She SAILS Open Regatta in Newcastle. Photo suppliedRenee Cordingley, Tilley Payn and Lynda Sawbridge accept their prize after taking out the She SAILS Open Regatta in Newcastle. Photo supplied
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Burdekin native Adam Walton will make his grand slam main-draw debut as one of six Australian tennis players to be awarded the coveted main-draw singles wildcards for the 2024 Australian Open.The 24-year-old, now based in Brisbane, started playing tennis in Home Hill aged 5 alongside his older brother, Jack, where weekends were filled with sport and travel.“We played a lot of different sports in the Burdekin,” Adam said.
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The Delta Cleaners Night Soccer Grand Finals were held at International Park last Friday. A very big crowd turned up to watch the fifteen games in this, the 45th Season of Night Soccer. In the Big Games, Mottin Earthmovers and Nutrien Ladies prevailed again but there were some upsets in the other games.
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Five long-term teachers at Ayr State High School will soon teach their last class before retiring at the end of the school year.Teresa Gemellaro, Judy McCallister, Kerry Flynn, Mary Piras-Flynn and Emily Shannon have all decided to end their careers at Ayr State High School after teaching generations of Burdekin students.“It’s not often as a community we get to celebrate career long achievements of a number of people at the same time,” said Ayr SHS Principal Craig Whittred.
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Craig Hosie’s 32-year policing journey has led him across north Queensland, from stints in the Gulf of Carpentaria to the regional metropolitan centres of Townsville and Cairns. He transferred to the Burdekin, where he was born and raised, in 2004 and, nearly two decades later, he’s made the decision to leave his hometown to embrace fresh challenges and new adventures in Mackay.
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While I’m disappointed to be missing the Christmas Carols and all the other exciting events happening in the Burdekin this weekend, I’m excited to be travelling to Brisbane to see probably my favourite band ever. I first discovered The War On Drugs in 2014; I still remember helping Dad in the shed one weekend where I would often hijack his ancient wireless to listen to triple j, the choice radio station at the time. A song called ‘Red Eyes’ came on; with a driving beat, floating synths and an e
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A group of local Burdekin women ‘packed a little joy’ when they made a donation to Hope In A Suitcase Australia last week. The Ayr Branch of the Catholic Women's League collected items throughout the month of October before donating the items to Hope In A Suitcase, a non-profit organisation providing suitcases for children going into foster care or out-of-home care throughout north Queensland. “It was wonderful to meet some of the ladies from the Ayr branch of the Catholic Women's League when th
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A new AVGAS fuel facility has been installed at the Ayr Aerodrome and is now available for 24/7 use. Burdekin Shire Council Mayor Lyn McLaughlin said that the Council was committed to supporting the airport facility and ensuring its commercial viability. “We are delighted to have secured this new fuel installation for users of the Ayr Aerodrome, which will benefit the local aviation community and fly-in visitors,” Ms McLaughlin said. Council was notified in August this year that the former suppl
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A proud Juru man, Rick Dallachy represents his people throughout north Queensland through advocacy, land and sea management and community support. In his role as CEO of Juru Enterprises Ltd, Rick leads the commercial arm of the Juru people, often collaborating with the Native Title board based in Townsville. “Juru is our native people,” Rick said. “We’re a part of the Birri Gubba nation which runs from Townsville halfway out to Charters Towers down to nearly Mackay, taking in all that area.” Ret
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Federal Member for Dawson Andrew Willcox is calling on the Federal Government to step in when it comes to the youth crime endemic in North Queensland, calling the inaction from both federal and state governments disgraceful. Addressing Parliament last week, Mr Willcox made a heartfelt plea to the Labor government to protect the victims of crime, protect our children, and restore their personal safety. “The fact that people in my electorate are thinking twice about taking their kids to the pa
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Two Home Hill State High School students have returned to the region with a clearer vision of what their futures hold after attending the University of Queensland’s (UQ) Young ChangeMakers program.Maliq Ogomeni and Jacob Machin, who both completed year 11 this year, attended the four-day program in Brisbane last week, providing them with an immersive university experience highlighting different study areas and life as a UQ student.
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