Cane toads in Australia have undergone a startling transformation in the 86 years since their introduction to the continent, the noxious pests so numerous they have developed a taste for one another. These toxic and invasive amphibians have become highly cannibalistic, exhibiting behaviour not observed in their South American counterparts. Researchers are intrigued by this rapid and extreme evolutionary shift in behaviour, as it usually takes place over a much longer timescale.
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Sugar cane plantations were established in the Brandon region in the early 1880s, however initially struggled due to the lack of adequate rainfall. While the plantations had access to several open water lagoons in the region, using them for irrigation proved very expensive. Relief came in 1886 when vast underground aquifers were discovered.
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Overview: Despite not reaching new highs, it was another strong week for the ICE 11 sugar market with almost the entire futures curve now trading above 20 USc/lb as the future supply outlook remains extremely tight. The prompt March contract traded to a high of 27.28 USc/lb on Monday to a low of 26.30 USc/lb on Thursday before recovering to close the week at 27.03 USc/lb.
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Judging for Ephemera took place at the Lloyd Mann Gardens in Home Hill as part of the 2023 Harvest Festival on Sunday. Inspired by a similar event in Townsville, Ephemera aims to bring the people of Home Hill and the Burdekin together to celebrate art in their region.
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On a sunny Friday morning, on the banks of a lagoon outside of Ayr, amateur birdwatcher Matt Killeen is counting birds, saying one breed he’d love to spot is a channel billed cuckoo.Not 10 minutes later, two flew over the top of him, letting out a mighty screech, and Matt exclaimed with wonder.
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Confident and cheerful, that is Oddish. Oddish is a Staffy Cross, and is an attention seeker, always wanting to share his love with anyone and everyone. He is very food motivated, and loves a good treat when learning new tricks. He loves going on walks, walking great in a harness, but does get excited when people walk past. Oddish is best suited to a home with older children, who can tire him out of his energy, and who is always ready for a play.
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here is a special, ever-lasting way to capture the journey of the heart and that journey begins with a unique jewelled beauty from Campbell’s Jewellery.Whether you are celebrating a long-term love or embarking on a new romantic future, Campbell’s have a range of stunning pieces sure to make your loved one’s day.Browse their extensive display in-store and, while you are there, explore the travelling roadshow, a collection of some special items that have been hand-selected from signature stores ar
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Sit down with Burdekin Shire Council and meet with footy legend Wally Lewis, for an afternoon of advocating for mental health and positive lifestyle. Burdekin Shire Council Mayor Lyn McLaughlin says, “This first-class event is part of a range of community work that Council has supported over recent years where residents have been provided with practical take away tools and tips to stay motivated and strengthen mental health resilience.”
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The opening weekend for Finding Nemo at the Burdekin Lighthouse came alive, with a spectacular under the sea performance by the juniors of Burdekin Singers. Parents have worked diligently behind the scenes, and the junior performers have put in countless hours of rehearsals to bring Finding Nemo Jr to life. The Burdekin Singers group stated, “It takes an entire school to put on a production like this.
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Almost 300 parents, families, staff, students and invited guests filled the Burdekin Memorial Hall for the Home Hill State High School’s 60th Annual Presentation of Awards ceremony.
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Solutions @ ELA celebrated one year of cleaning excellence last Sunday and invited the community to join in a massive morning of discounts, giveaways, and activities.
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A Burdekin father-son duo is bringing passion, skill and new ideas to the local agricultural industries as one of the region’s newest and most exciting hydraulic repair businesses. Murray and his son Harry established Muzdraulics over three years ago when Harry completed high school and embarked on his apprenticeship, and their client base has been steadily growing ever since.
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A beautiful morning unfolded at Ayr Surf Lifesaving Club's Points Day event at Alva Beach last weekend. Under the warm sun, club members and supporters gathered for a day of beachside enjoyment.
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Burdekin District Sportfishing Club held their monthly meeting last weekend where fishing opened on Friday evening and closed on Sunday afternoon. The club then met at a member’s residence for a barbecue and to weigh in their catches on Sunday night.
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Play on Wednesday 18th October was well supported with 20 players, resulting in two triples teams and two pairs teams. The conditions were very tricky with the wind playing havoc. Top bowls were played overall.
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Wickets were hard to come by in a low scoring Under 13 game last Friday, with all batters very watchful and not throwing their wickets away. Only two bowlers were good enough to take any, these were Mark Wilkie, 1 for 5 and Nate Elphinstone with 1 for 12. Top scorer with the bat with 12 runs was Marshall Parker, followed by Nate Elphinstone on 11 not out, then Oscar Mahoney 10 runs. Nate Quagliata bowled very economically without getting a wicket and had only two runs scored off the bat from his
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As the final whistle echoes through the fields, concluding an exhilarating 2023 Rugby Union season, the Burdekin Rugby Union Club would like to take this moment to convey our deep gratitude to the sponsors whose unwavering support brought this unforgettable season to life. Their steadfast commitment enabled our teams to achieve remarkable success both on and off the field, and we eagerly anticipate the prospect of continuing this fruitful partnership into the forthcoming 2024 season.
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Round 2 of the Home Hill Cricket Association senior competition was the first opportunity of the season for Crowned Mongrels to come up against Peto’s Marine, with Peto’s Marine winning the toss and electing to bat first.
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The Ayr Ladies Golf Club is cheering after completing their annual Baxter Family Day 4bbb Stableford Medley. “Many thanks to Peter Baxter for your ongoing support each year,” said a representative from the club. In a fantastic day of golf, there of course had to be one winning team.
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Plantation parkrun, hosted at Ayr’s Plantation Park, celebrated 250 runs on Saturday, October 14.16 runners and walkers celebrated by completing the course, one joining for the first time and two smashing their personal bests, as well as plenty of furry friends joining in on the fun.
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Thursday October 19 saw 24 players at the new Home Hill rink. Rink 5 saw a great game between Judy, John and Glen running out as eventual winners over Hugh, Alex and Peter 17 to 13. Rink 6 saw a pairs game with Happy and Mick winning over Lee and Henry 28 to 7.
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The Burdekin community came together for a fun day of festivities at Burdekin Netball’s A Spring Day on the Lawn. The event, a part of the Harvest Festival’s Dayna Linton's journey, celebrated the spirit of togetherness.
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Celebrating the fantastic achievements of sports stars across the region, the 2023 MM Electrical North Queensland Sportstar Awards will be the place to be. And from the Burdekin, the region will be sending three local sporting legends. None other than Ky Mitchell, Kiera Wiseman and Lisa Furnell have been nominated.
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In a thrilling night of high-octane action, Pioneer Park Speedway played host to the 2023 Queensland Sidecar Championships, showcasing the skills of some of the best riders in the state. The track was on fire, and the crowd was treated to some heart-stopping moments as the sidecar teams battled it out for supremacy.
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The Burdekin Football Club has marked its golden jubilee with a grand celebration, the Burdekin FC 50 Year Gala Dinner, last weekend. The club, steeped in history and tradition, extended invitations to life members, past and present players, committee members, coaches, managers, sponsors, and dedicated supporters for an unforgettable evening of reminiscing and festivities.
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