Round 1 week 5: National 1 v Crushers at the National 7-3 Cougars v Bombers at the Ayr 8-2 National II v Ants at the Anzac 7-3 Falcons had the bye 10 points Points: Nat II - 40, Crushers - 37, Nat I - 36, Falcons - 30, Ants - 22, Cougars - 20 and Bombers 15 Games for Wednesday 24/04: Nat II v Falcons at National, Bombers v Crushers at Queens, Cougars v Nat I at Ayr and Ants have the bye Contributed by Kerry Davison
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It was a great day for the Burdekin Roosters at Rugby Park on Saturday night in front of a very big crowd when the locals played Brothers in three grades, winning two and drawing one. Instead of concentrating for only three quarters of the game as they have done in recent matches the, A grade put it together from go to whoa winning 28 - 4. “I was glad to see the boys in focus for the full game and they now know what they could have done in other matches as they did in this one,” coach Steve Lans
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Two of the Burdekin’s most influential residents have been honoured in a mural commissioned by their son. The mural depicts Maria and Demetrio Populin, along with popular pooch Mork, in front of Demetrio’s childhood home in Visinale, Italy. Their son, George Populin, commissioned the artwork in honour of his parents after a fortuitous trip to Italy in search of his family’s history. “That’s what gave me the incentive to do something,” George said. “We’re Burdekin people, this was their adopted h
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Hi Readers What an eventful weekend in the beautiful Burdekin! I spent mine playing cricket and learning about radio presentation practises, so a weekend well spent in my books. I had a ripper of a time at the Canefield Ashes on Saturday, playing two games for Borders XI (who went on to win the Social Grade grand final on Sunday, congratulations boys!), taking photos and chatting with players, volunteers and organisers. From all reports, it was an excellent event and a fitting celebration of 20
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A dedicated group of members representing the Burdekin Blokes and Boats group spearheaded a remarkable community effort to preserve the pristine beauty of Wunjunga Beach over the weekend. A group of eight walked along 2.5km of beach line filling bags with rubbish before emptying them into a box trailer. Group member Ben Hovell had recently visited the beach and after seeing the vast amount of rubbish, he mentioned it to the group who couldn’t pass the idea of doing something to help out. “As a
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Two fishermen who went missing between Wunjunga Beach and Cape Upstart for up to 22 hours have thanked the community for their search and rescue efforts. Best mates Iane Schwerin and Brett Zunker left their homes at approximately 2:30pm on Saturday, April 13 to go fishing, something they would normally do together whenever they got the chance. In Iane’s boat, they launched from Wallace Creek boat ramp and headed past Wunjunga in the direction of Cape Upstart. Upon first inspection, Iane and Bre
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Tools hang mere metres from Toni Gornall and her family every time they go to bed at night, a stark reminder of the fact that no matter how comfortable they attempt to make it, they are living in a shed. With three children, Addison, Robert and Jada-Rose aged 12, 10 and 6, sharing a queen-sized camp stretcher and Toni and her husband Ty sleeping on a mattress on the floor, Toni described the situation as less than ideal. The family have found themselves living in a shed approximately 10 metres
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The shutdown of existing 3G networks across Australia is fast approaching and Federal Member for Dawson Andrew Willcox is urging customers to be prepared so they don’t get caught out. Telstra is due to switch off its 3G network on June 30 with Optus expected to switch off the network in September. “For those in our community who are still using devices that rely solely on the 3G network, it is really important to contact your telecommunications provider to make sure you have upgraded devices tha
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At 9:30am on Wednesday April 10, at the Ayr Branch of the Burdekin Library, six Burdekin writers got ready to share their words with the public. After a brief introduction and Welcome to Country, the writers presented poems and stories. From tales of troubled teens, to glowing babies, from the torments of green frogs to a Bigfoot in need of a little help, from Antarctica to Alva beach, the stories took us far from the Burdekin and our lives, and then brought us right back home. The Burdekin Cre
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Rehoming fee: $545 DOB: 28/12/2023 Sex: Female Breed: Bullmastiff x Australian Cattle dog Kid friendly: Yes Cat Friendly: Yes Other dogs: Yes Fences: 6ft Lolly is a beautiful girl looking for her forever home. She loves to fetch the ball, play and give lots of cuddles. Lolly is great with kids and other dogs, big and small. Lolly is going to a big girl and she will benefit from lots of walks and playtime. But she also has the potential to be a couch potato if given the chance . Lolly
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There are often typical circumstances which occur prior to a home being unlawfully entered. An offender will usually act on easy or tempting opportunities, especially when it is evident no one is home or the risk of being caught is low. What you can do: • Ensure doors are always locked with a key, even when you are home. • Ensure that all external doors, including your garage, of your home are solid and fitted with quality deadlocks. • Consider fitting security screen doors, designed
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Bowen Orbital Space Port was officially opened at the start of the month, with dignitaries gathered to mark this significant moment in space industry history. With final approvals and permits pending, Gilmour Space Technologies are closer than ever to an official launch date which will see this Queensland-based company become the first in Australia to launch a spacecraft. Bowen is now one of only three dedicated launch sites globally, chosen for its precise location, 20 degrees south of the eq
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By Chelsea Ravizza Thursday, April 4 saw the 35-year anniversary of cyclone Aivu crossing the North Queensland coast, leaving a devasting trail of destruction in Townsville, the Burdekin, and Bowen. The 1989 severe, late-season tropical cyclone hit the Burdekin coastline, making landfall in Home Hill around 10:30am on April 4, causing over $150 million in damages, and tragically claiming three lives. 35 years on from the tragic event, the Burdekin still remembers the heartache and the destr
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A sea of yellow will soon be streaming down Plantation Creek as the 2024 Norm Perry Memorial Duck Race approaches. The annual fundraising event held by the Rotary Club of Ayr will return to Plantation Park on Sunday, May 19 where the community will gather to watch hundreds of ducks race to the finish line. There are thousands of dollars on the line for the owners of the winning ducks, but the event is all held for a good cause, being one of the club’s top fundraisers every year. This year, fund
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Saturday 20 April Ayr Surf Life Saving Club presents Take The Floor 2024 Saturday, 6:00pm The Ayr Surf Life Saving Club is proud to present Take The Floor 2024! This year, the club is inviting you back to the ‘Roaring 20s’ for a fantastic night out with friends. Take The Floor will be at the Memorial Hall on Saturday April 20 and will be hosting a live band 'Godfathers of Funk' to help add to the atmosphere along with the four couples for the evening. Burdekin Memorial Hall, Home Hill Wednesday
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The NQ Fast Track Talent Showcase is known for providing opportunities to regional performers and the 2024 event has done just that for one talented 10-year-old. Lucas Smith performed at the Showcase held at the Burdekin Theatre on Saturday, March 16 and won the Fast Track to Fame Prize, the biggest and most exclusive prize offered to date. Sponsored by Yoyo Music, Burdekin Shire Council and Burdekin Shire Youth Council, the prize offered Lucas the opportunity to travel and stay in Melbourne to
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Did you know that Burdekin Community Association Inc (BCA) can help you with Transport Services locally and to/from Townsville? You can access shops, cafes, libraries, attend events or medical appointments, visit family and friends etc. Our bus drivers and Support Workers are very friendly and helpful. Transport services can be provided to people eligible under a government funded program and also if they are not and we have seats available. We have two buses with wheelchair access as well as
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At the Neighbourhood Centre, we love providing opportunities for the community to come together to increase their knowledge about various topics and, in turn, inform others about different supports and services available. We will be offering several community information sessions over the next few weeks. Please call the centre on 47834243 for more information and to register your attendance. VISITING SERVICE CENTRELINK Friday, April 19 2024 9am – 11am Home Care and Aged Care Information Sessi
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Did you know that the Burdekin Shire Council offers a variety of opportunities for businesses to work with them? Whether you want to buy or sell goods and services, lease or develop land, or access smart water advice, Council has a dedicated webpage for doing business with them. The procurement process is the way the Council purchases and sells goods and services in accordance with the Local Government Regulation 2012. You can find information on expressions of interest, quotations, tenders, it
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In a bid to enhance their impact in the community and further their mission of empowering women and girls, Zonta Club Burdekin Inc applied for the Bendigo Bank Community Grant – and emerged victorious. The $11,000 grant received in 2023 has significantly bolstered the club's ability to carry out various projects and initiatives aimed at uplifting the Burdekin community. President of Zonta Club Burdekin Inc, Judy Sgarbossa, expressed her gratitude towards Bendigo Bank, stating, “Our club members
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Anne Williams and her family have been the warm, friendly faces behind the counter of Tosh’s Convenience Store for just under a decade. Tosh’s has stood as the Burdekin’s go to for a loaf of bread on Sunday to family burger night for over 50 years, and Anne, her husband Neil and their family are extremely proud of all they have achieved for both the business and the community. On Monday April 15, Tosh’s Convenience Store officially came under new management and Anne, Neil, their daughter Hayley
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The Eugene Pagotto Memorial Canefield Ashes celebrated its 20th anniversary over the weekend with hundreds of cricketers, supporters, families and friends flocking to Home Hill to celebrate. The carnival saw innumerable huge sixes hit, classic catches taken, and beverages consumed, but attendees ultimately enjoyed the weekend as an opportunity to catch up with mates and participate in what has become an iconic Burdekin event. Organisers expressed satisfaction with the 2024 event and gratitude to
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The Burdekin Artisans Community Association is rallying the community for its eco-friendly extravaganza with Burdekin Rags to Runway, transforming ordinary household items into extraordinary fashion statements. Tickets are now available for the ultimate fashion event as entrants prepare to showcase their creations at the Burdekin Rags to Runway event on Saturday, April 27. With entries spanning five categories, from junior to racewear, the event challenges participants to think creatively and o
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By Chelsea Ravizza The Burdekin Craft Spectacular is set to brighten up the Burdekin Memorial Hall for another year with tickets now available. The hall will come alive to showcase the amazing talents of both residents of the Burdekin and surrounding regions from 9am to 2pm on Saturday May 4. With less than a month to go before the vibrant event returns to the Burdekin, Judy Berryman, along with the rest of the event organizers, have been busily preparing the stalls and additional showcases.
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Thursday April 11 was an afternoon of mixed social bowls with the winners of the day in a very tight game was Kay Garner, Vanda Ballao, Joy Woods and Margaret. Friday April 12, we had our monthly Trophy night proudly sponsored by North Queensland Green Solutions where most of the Brandon community turned up for a great night of bowls. We had 82 bowlers which must be a record with everyone having a great time. The weather was perfect and nice to bowl in cooler conditions for a change. A massive
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