Miah is still a puppy at heart, full of energy and ready to love her new humans. Her absolute favourite activities include playing fetch and going for swims, but she also loves meeting new dogs. She loves going on daily adventures and errands and thrives being active and stimulated. Miah is extremely friendly to people and loves meeting people. She walks well on leash and w
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One of Australia’s favourite and most respected musicians, Ian Moss, is calling into Airlie Beach for the unmissable Airlie Beach Festival of Music in just under one weeks’ time. Delivering smooth vocals and unforgettable tunes, the tenacity, clarity and resonating passion that is Ian Moss will ensure the best times for the Festival, both on stage and off. Beginning his career on the backstreets of Alice Springs, Ian Moss was quick to head to Adelaide and mix in with the boys that would become C
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This weekend, Saturday November 11, will see clubs from across the North Barrier Branch converge on the Ayr Surf Club for the annual Surf Rescue Championships. Competitors will showcase their Lifesaving skills for Champion Lifesaver testing their rescue skills, lifesaving knowledge and resuscitation; Champion Patrol Team and First Aid Teams being exposed to various scenarios.
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The Queensland Government earlier this year placed a record $1.1 million on the line to support fishing in Queensland's stocked impoundments, a 16 per cent increase on the 2021-22 financial year.The Stocked Impoundment Permit Scheme (SIPS) provides a sustainable freshwater fishing option for recreational fishers, who are required to purchase a permit before line fishing in any of the 63 SIPS impoundments.
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Tuesday October 31. Ladies Social.K Stuckler, I Cislowski and B Schultz defeated K Stuckler, K Page and H Jorgensen. D Soper and I Wilson defeated R Moore and S Stidston.Wednesday November 1
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21 players turned up to bowl on Thursday November 2. Two games of triples and two games of pairs were played. Rink 3 pitted Karl/Margaret, Tony and Gary 23 and 11 ends against Jim, John and Henry 10 and 7 ends.
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It was the November Medal this week at Ayr Junior Golf. An enthusiastic turn out of players enabled a great morning’s play. For 3 holes, the monthly medal winner was Ivy Land; for 6 holes, the monthly medal winner was Lyla Land; and for 9 holes, Ethan Pengally won the monthly medal in his first 9 hole competition after moving up from 6 holes this week.
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Ayr Ladies Golf Club recently hosted the Constable & Taylor 4bbb Honour Board Event, an annual event proudly sponsored by Bill and Helen Taylor which has been an honour board event for decades.
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The Burdekin BMX Club is gearing up for its annual carnival, scheduled for November 17th and 18th. In anticipation of the event, the club has been hard at work repairing and enhancing their track. Berm 1 has received a major facelift with approximately 20 buckets of dirt added, resulting in a smoother and faster track.
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The PBR Grand Final in Townsville depleted the numbers in the Challengers and Under 13s last week, but Kyle Wilkie, Morgan Burrell and Tyler Smith didn’t mind having less fielders as they were top scorers with the bat in the Challengers. Paige Elphinstone and Delta Burrell were the pick of the bowlers in this game.
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Western Suburbs Tennis Club were privileged to host the inaugural Col Casswell Inter-City Shield named after legendary North Queensland tennis player and supporter Col Casswell on October 21. Col died in 2021 from brain cancer leaving behind a rich legacy in the sport that will hopefully continue. Nine teams from six different clubs from Charters Towers, Ingham, Townsville and the Burdekin made their way to Wests to put their clubs’ pride on the line. It was amazing to see so many come together,
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20 people took to Plantation Park for 253rd parkrun on Saturday, November 4.Three were first timers and two parkrun tourists were among those who ran, jogged and walked the course while four runners achieved new personal bests.
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Over two decades ago, a hesitant eight-year-old boy stood at the gates of Rugby Park in Ayr, feeling queasy about playing his first Rugby League game. Little did anyone know that this young boy, Ryan Davenport, affectionately known as Davo, would grow up to become one of the most tenacious and revered figures in the Burdekin's rugby league history.
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Three Burdekin athletes were recently announced as finalists for the NQ Sportstar Awards held in Mackay over the weekend, with 18-year-old Kiera Wiseman being recognised as runner-up in the NQ Junior Rural And Remote Sportstar Of The Year category.
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The Home Hill Harvest Festival Golf Ambrose saw a massive resurgence in 2023 and returned to be an integral part of the festival program. Home Hill member Doug McCubben had a vision to revive the Ambrose to the legendary event of years past. He approached QSL who were enthusiastic major sponsors of the day, and with the support of Mark Vass and the queens, the teams started to book in to levels not seen in decades.
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Women are integral to the Burdekin’s agricultural and farming enterprises, contributing significantly to the growth and prosperity of rural industries. They play diverse and pivotal roles, challenging stereotypes that have persisted for too long.
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I’m looking forward to welcoming my wonderful parents to the Burdekin for the first time since moving here this weekend. Although not intentional, they’ve chosen to come at the perfect time with Home Hill Harvest Festival in full swing, and I look forward to experiencing the excitement of the parade and street party, as well as all the other amazing events, next weekend alongside them.I hope to show them the wonderful locations I’ve navigated so far, like Mount Inkerman, Groper Creek and Alva Be
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It was love at first sight for Lorraine Strathdee when she came across Sofie on Facebook. Sofie, the cutest black and white fluff ball, available on the Burdekin Pet Rescue Facebook page, was lovable and cuddly, but without her forever home.
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Businesses from around the region met at the Burdekin Theatre on Tuesday morning to hear from organisations involved in the delivery of the CopperString 2032 Project and learn about how they can get involved. It comes after the Queensland Government announced a $1.3 billion package to progress work on the 840km transmission line which will run from outside Ayr to Mount Isa.
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Launching a campaign to raise awareness for the need of a CT scanner in the Burdekin, Burdekin Community Advisory Network (CAN) hosted a movie night at Galaxy Cinema last Thursday, October 26.
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Held annually on the last Friday of October, Day for Daniel honours the memory of Daniel Morcombe, asking all Australians to wear red on the special day.Daniel Morcombe was a 13-year-old boy from Queensland who was abducted and was labelled as a ‘missing person’ for eight years before police were eventually able to track down his killer in 2003.
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With over 70 Justice of the Peace (JP) and Commissioners for Declarations (Cdec) located in the Burdekin area, there are plenty of community-minded individuals who are happy to help others with officiating a range of documents.While there are dozens of qualified people, however, there are sometimes only a favoured few used, largely because others are not necessarily known by the wider community.
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Kickoff The Conversation, hosted by Burdekin Shore Council, was a raving success, with the drawcard of Aussie rugby league legend Wally Lewis encouraging locals to open up about their mental health.Burdekin Shire Council Mayor Lyn McLaughlin said the event was a dedicated effort to raise awareness, combat the stigma associated with mental health issues and equip attendees with invaluable tools and resources for self-care and support.
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It’s time to reflect on the year that was and highlight those who make our region great as Burdekin Shire Council has announced the commencement of nominations for the 2024 Australia Day Awards.
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Ayr Criminal Investigation Branch recently charged a 24-year-old male with 22 break and enter and fraud offences. It is alleged the male was stealing large quantities of copper wire and diesel from business premises and farming properties in the Ayr, Clare, and Giru areas over the past months. The fraud offences relate to the male selling the stolen copper to scrap metal dealers claiming he was the lawful owner of the property.
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