Thousands of people attended a variety of different Anzac Day events in the region last Thursday. School children learnt the power of history, Veterans remembered their own unique journeys and everyone in the community came together to say thank you to those who gave their lives to defend the freedoms we all enjoy today. From Ayr to Home Hill, Brandon to Giru, communities came together to remember and pay their respects. Afterwards, games of Two-Up were held and festivity commenced. The Anzac Da
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A local family is feeling the love this week, with their local school gathering together to support young Lily Arroita who is living with Turner Syndrome. This is a rare condition that only affects females and is caused when one of the X chromosomes is missing or partially missing. Lily was diagnosed in November 2022, which Lily’s mother said was quite late. “Lily was considered quite old to be diagnosed,” she said. “Usually, it can be picked up at birth, but as girls get to puberty age, it
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On-site activities have ramped up on Burdekin Falls Dam as the Queensland Government works to raise the dam by two metres and improve its resilience against extreme weather. 22 jobs will be supported by these on-site activities over the coming months, with the majority from North Queensland, while the project will create more than 350 jobs during construction. Minister for Water Glenn Butcher said Queensland’s largest dam is about to get even bigger. “With the project set to create 350 jobs duri
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A lively audience of 70 people attended the fifth annual Rags to Runway event which was held at the Greek Hall in Home Hill over the weekend. The event saw creatives all kinds come together to exhibit their extraordinary fashion designs which saw entrants transform everyday items into stunning pieces of clothing. This eco-friendly extravaganza is an opportunity for the community to repurpose items, sending a message of renewal, while also flexing their creative muscles for all to enjoy. Spons
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- 3 x 2-bedroom units
- Low set brick units
- Located in Ayr’s CBD
- Four units in the complex
- Ideal for investors
- 189.94 ha of land
- Cultivation Area: Approx 176.54Ha
- 3 x Houses
- Town water is supplied to 2 homes
- Area: Approx 189.94Ha / 2 Titles Freehold
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- The property has one large machinery shed 3
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- Fully fenced 1115sqm allotment
- Self-contained studio space
- Two Bay Masonary Block Shed plus
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- Timber Floors, High Ceilings, Tongue &
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- Elevated home featuring high ceilings
- Enclosed laundry
- Two bay lockable shed
- Cemented entertaining area
- Large fully fenced backyard
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- Spacious Open Plan Living
- Ample storage
- Private courtyard
- Fully air-conditioned
- Lockable Single Garage
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May 2, 2024
A woman died in a traffic crash at Inkerman on Tuesday this week at around 1.20pm. Two cars collided on the Bruce Highway near Wallace Road, approximately 10km south of Home Hill. The 70-year-old woman from Gumlu, driving the Hyundai I30, was pronounced deceased at the scene. The 61-year-old Ayr woman was injured and transported to Townsville University Hospital by QGAir.
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May 2, 2024
As many of you know, Sam is on holiday for a couple of weeks so in his absence you will see some of our other team members out and about in the region. Many of you will be familiar with our Sales Team, Jake Greenfield and Ruby Gorlick, and many of you will have seen our 6-foot red-headed cadet journalist Daniel Heggie taking photos at the Anzac Day events last week. Daniel is our newest recruit and he brings to the table an impressive background of knowledge and experience, with not only a deg
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May 2, 2024
Local businessowners were once again offered the invaluable opportunity to network with fellow peers and professionals as Burdekin Shire Council’s hosted its Industry Breakfast on Wednesday, May 1, a key event to launch Queensland Small Business Month (QSBM). Serving as a platform for skill development and gaining insights into the support structures that bolster Burdekin’s business and agricultural communities, the Industry Breakfast featured guest speakers Dominique Lamb, the Queensland Small
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May 2, 2024
Thursday afternoon (ANZAC DAY) social bowls saw 12 players take part. Two games of triples were played. Rink 3: Judy, Joclyn and Stephen were much too strong for Mick M, Bob and Mark, winning 24 to 9 and 11 ends to 7. Rink 6: Karl/Yogi, John and Wayne defeated Margaret, Mick O and Joe 22 to 8, and also 11 ends to 7. Today's winners by mystery draw were Judy, Joclyn and Stephen. Thanks to today's sponsors Ray and Rosemary Menkens. Tuesday Trimmers is going well, as is Wednesday morning
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May 2, 2024
We had 16 players turn up Saturday morning for the April Monthly Medal. Congratulations to Hudson, Evelyn and Oscar on the Monthly Medal wins, for 3 holes, 6 hole and 9 hole respectively. Gross winners for the morning were Heath, for 3 holes, Riley, for 6 holes, and Ethan, for 9 holes. There will be a break next week for the May Day public holiday, juniors will be back in a fortnight on the 11th May. Contributed with thanks to Laura Mahoney.
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May 2, 2024
A good crowd at Rugby Park last Sunday saw two good games of rugby league when the Roosters hosted Bowen in reserve grade and Souths in A grade. The premiership favourites, Souths, showed why they have that mantle by showing the locals just how to concentrate for an entire game. The Townsville visitors took the A grade 46 to 20 but not before the locals had given them a fright. Leading 12 – 10 and watching Burdekin denied a try, the visitors took advantage and moved the ball down field and s
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April 24, 2024
Country soul queen and revered Indigenous singer songwriter Emma Donovan has released her highly anticipated new album ‘Til My Song is Done’ and is celebrating with a regional Australian tour bringing her to the Burdekin Theatre on Saturday, May 4. ‘Til My Song is Done’ is seen as a return home for Emma, getting back to the sounds of country and her creative and performing roots, conveying a musical journey from singing those big country numbers as a kid, to joining her family performing church
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Country soul queen and revered Indigenous singer songwriter Emma Donovan has released her highly anticipated new album ‘Til My Song is Done’ and is celebrating with a regional Australian tour bringing her to the Burdekin Theatre on Saturday, May 4. ‘Til My Song is Done’ is seen as a return home for Emma, getting back to the sounds of country and her creative and performing roots, conveying a musical journey from singing those big country numbers as a kid, to joining her family performing church
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April 24, 2024
Thursday 25 April Anzac Day Open House Thursday, 11:00am to 3:00pm RSL Raemus Rover Off-Road Racing and Iron Works Brewery are joining forces to conduct an Anzac Day Open House for those younger veterans who don't feel comfortable in large crowds. Any veterans of the modern era and family members are welcome. Iron Works Brewery, Brandon Saturday 27 April Burdekin Rags to Runway Saturday, from 7pm The Burdekin Rags to Runway, hosted annually by the Burdekin Artisans Community Association, show
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April 17, 2024
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 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. Couple Number 1: Mick Fraser and Shirley Marshall Recently engaged and living at Alva with their 3 boys, Mick and Shirley are ready
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