On 11 December, The Home Hill Surgery was thrilled to celebrate a milestone – their 10th anniversary – since the irrepressible and lovable, Dr Tata, has taken over the practice. It has been an incredible journey, and one they couldn’t have done without the local community’s support, who’ve seen the practice go from one doctor, to two, to now six! Quite remarkable when you consider that most regional and rural areas are lucky to have one doctor, and even then that’s usually a locum – a temporary
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With nearly 47 years of service to the community across Ayr and Home Hill health services, cook Rhonda McBow will be hanging up the apron for the last time. Getting her start at the Home Hill Hospital in 1977, Mrs McBow had been working at the old Coutts supermarket and was looking for a career change. “I’d heard the money was better at the hospital, so I went up and spoke to Matron Davies,” Mrs McBow said. “There were no interviews or resumes required back then, and she offered me a clean
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The Burdekin Library’s Mini Book Sale has been in full swing this week, welcoming the community to pop down and browse a selection of biographies and autobiographies from Monday 9 December until Saturday 14 December. The community are encouraged to fill a bag of books for just $4 to keep themselves and their families entertained during the holidays and give the library’s deleted books a new home. Pop down to the Burdekin Library located at 108 Graham Street, Ayr between 9am and 5pm Monday to
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Vince Toohey Memorial Bursary for her academic excellence and achievements. A prestigious award, the Vince Toohey Memorial Bursary is annually awarded to a graduating student who has obtained the highest ATAR across the Burdekin district to assist with university fees as managed by the Home Hill - Ayr Lions Club. Club members, Patrick and Lydia Toohey tragically lost their son Vince Toohey as he was beginning his tertiary studies, and to honour the Toohey family, the club established the bursar
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December 18, 2024
Ready to brighten your day and support a great cause? Then head on down to 12 Patricia Road, Ayr, where you can pick your own sunflowers for a donation, with all the money collected going into research for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH) Australia. Started up by a local man who wanted to remain anonymous, during a brief conversation, he said he was doing it after one of his good friends lost their child to CDH. “Basically, anything I can do that might help save a life, whether it’s money
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December 18, 2024
So as another year is almost over, last minute Chrissie gifts are checked off, and we step into 2025 (how did we get there so quickly?), from me, Trish, Chelsea and the rest of the Burdekin Life team, we want to thank everyone from the local community, the Burdekin Shire Council, community and support groups, sports teams and clubs, and especially advertisers, for your continued support and commitment to the paper. Without it, the Burdekin Life Newspaper would cease to exist. In my short time h
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December 18, 2024
Staff at the Ayr Hospital took time to recognise some of their longest serving staff with a special morning tea function on Friday, 13th December, last week. Eight staff across the whole nursing, medical, operational and administration service groups, were presented with certificates and commemorative pins by Burdekin Shire Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort, highlighting their milestone years of service. Notably, clinical nurse, Suzette Marano, who primarily works within the emergency department, was
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December 18, 2024
With almost seven years of experience under her belt, Caitlin Holmes continues to reach new levels of success within her rugby union career, with 2024 hosting a world of opportunities for both personal and professional growth with the Burdekin Rugby Union Canetoads. “The 2024 season has definitely been a very social one for myself, and I’m sure a few of the ladies from our rugby team as the friendships gained through not only this year, but my past years of playing rugby, will always be part of
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December 18, 2024
As the Christmas season draws near, activity at the Ayr Bowling Club has eased, with many members heading off for holiday festivities. However, the spirit of social bowls remains alive, ensuring skills stay sharp and friendships flourish. Men’s social bowls on Wednesday saw two engaging games of triples. The winning team of Ron Smythe, Happy Horan/Ray Wall, and Col Essex triumphed over their opponents John Pirrone, Margaret Chapman, and Lew Stidston. Wednesday night social bowls brought a live
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December 18, 2024
Saturday 21st of December, 1pm to 5pm: Patrol Group F - Lisa and John Furnell, Jen and Jo Morgan, Lauren and Isla Chapman, and Ryley, Jake, Kat and Dave Satori. Sunday 22nd of December, 9am to 5pm: Patrol Group D – Ben, Bella, and Kellie Lawry, Parker Bonato, Richard and Zac Dale, William Holt, Sharli and Danica Archibald, Lisa Vivian, and Kristy and Briella Wassmuth. Wednesday 25th of December, 9am to 1pm: Christmas Day Patrol Members - Jimmy Hayllor, and John, Anne, Sophia and Isabella Molon
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The Burdekin Library’s Mini Book Sale has been in full swing this week, welcoming the community to pop down and browse a selection of biographies and autobiographies from Monday 9 December until Saturday 14 December. The community are encouraged to fill a bag of books for just $4 to keep themselves and their families entertained during the holidays and give the library’s deleted books a new home. Pop down to the Burdekin Library located at 108 Graham Street, Ayr between 9am and 5pm Monday to
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December 18, 2024
The Home Hill Chamber of Commerce met for their final time this year, on Wednesday night, 11 December. The Chamber hosted guest speakers: Rachael Smith, the Editor-in-Chief of Core Publishing (and Burdekin Life); Burdekin Life’s new journalist, Mark T. Rasmussen; Home Hill State School principal, Sharon O’Neill and teacher, Louis Nicholas. Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort, councillor, Amanda Hall, and several other prominent guests and members, were also in attendance. Rachael Smith spoke about the be
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December 18, 2024
The festivities are well and truly alive across the Burdekin region, and many locals have crafted wonderful front yard light displays, spreading joy one bright bulb at a time. An evening drive around the region may just be the perfect way to spend your Christmas Eve – perhaps it’s a treasured family tradition of yours already, and we have pieced together a lovely list of a few standout light displays across Ayr, Home Hill, Giru and Brandon, for you and your family to enjoy this December. If
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December 18, 2024
The Burdekin’s rich agricultural heritage and cultural diversity will take centre stage from the weekend beginning Friday 30th May 2025, as the highly anticipated Burdekin Cultural Fair returns to the region. As hosted by the Home Hill Showgrounds, the free event will bring locals and visitors together to celebrate the many cultures that make up the vibrant Burdekin community. Kicking off from 6pm, the evening promises something for everyone, with a wide range of cultural activities for kids to
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Fortune, a homegrown four-piece band of talented musicians, continues to make waves and wow audiences from the Burdekin region and beyond. With lead singer, Eliza Worlein, at the microphone, Patrick Hill on the bass guitar, Damian Torrisi on the drums, and Kai Meloni on the electric guitar, Fortune has grown from a routine jam session “what if?” to a booked and busy ensemble. “We have been fortunate to play at some amazing venues and events and have had great opportunities in the last fourteen
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