The Fast Track Talent Showcase returned with a bang last weekend, captivating audiences as Queensland’s rising stars dazzled on stage. With over 55 acts competing, the event crowned its 2025 winners, including the dynamic band Category 5, who claimed the prestigious Best Overall Talent award. Guest judge Hugh Sheridan was left in awe of the performances, which spanned music, dance, and more. Thanks to generous sponsors, winners walked away with over $7,000 in cash and prizes. The showcase prove
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Sam Childers, an American preacher and international speaker from Pennsylvania, is coming to Burdekin Community Church to share his extraordinary journey of redemption and hope. His story is one of transformation, showing how God reached an outlaw biker, a drug dealer, and a man who once destroyed lives—and completely turned his life around. This is more than just a story—it’s a message of inspiration and the power of redemption. Sam’s remarkable transformation from a troubled past to a life of
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More than 180 people attended the most recent performance by the talented Home Hill Choral Society, which took to the stage in a flash of green for their Shamrock Shindig musical. Themed for St. Patrick's Day, the event took place over the past two weekends, providing a wonderful opportunity for the whole community to come together. Robert Antoniazzi from the Choral Society expressed his delight in seeing people attend who had never come to an event of this kind before. "There were 14 to 16 p
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Home Hills' highly popular Canefields Ephemera Art Competition upped the ante this year, increasing the first place cash prize significantly from $1500 to an impressive $5000. This sum does not include the People's Choice Award of $500, bestowed on the artist who receives the most votes on social media, bringing the total amount up for grabs to $5500, a grand jackpot sure to stir the competitive spirit of many artists. This escalation is a reflection of the competition's evolution from a small
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March 27, 2025
Hi Everyone, It was wonderful visiting the region last week and meeting so many of you. Thank you for making me feel so welcome. I especially enjoyed exploring the beautiful shops around Burdekin with our Sales Manager, Trish, who I am sure many of you know or recognise. There is such a genuine sense of community spirit in the region, which feels quite rare these days. It was lovely to see how close-knit the community is and how passionate everyone is about the area. If I did not get the cha
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March 27, 2025
Burdekin Christian College (BCC) took great pride in its core values of inclusivity and celebrating each child’s uniqueness. A special event was recently held to raise awareness of Turner Syndrome — a condition that affects only females and occurs when one of the X chromosomes is missing or partially missing. The College community was encouraged to turn the campus into a sea of purple, the official colour of Turner Syndrome Awareness Day, in support of this important initiative and one of their
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March 27, 2025
What more could you possibly need than a 5.3kg Nugget! Nugget is a sweet little companion who is ready to be your new best friend. Having lived a spoiled life alongside his previous owners, Nugget has enjoyed visits to coffee shops, Bunnings, and anywhere his family went — he went too. Well-behaved both indoors and out, Nugget is a delightful small breed with many years of love still to give. His gentle nature and loyal personality mean he will fit beautifully into almost any home. Nugget’s a
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March 28, 2025
The grounds at the Nutrien Ag Solutions Cricket Complex dried up enough for play to go ahead last Friday. The partnerships of Aria and Corbett and Jai and Nahjiyah produced 19 runs each in the Challengers. Nahjiyah also took two wickets with his great fast bowling, as did Olivia in her overs. Harvey, Lincoln, Aria, Everly, Claire and Corbett all took one each. The McDonalds Sports Awards were given to Nahjiyah for his great bowling and Everly for an excellent all-round performance. It was an ex
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March 27, 2025
The Ayr Bowling Club has celebrated an exceptional week on the greens, with members coming together for a mix of spirited club Championship games and engaging social matches. The vibrant atmosphere and camaraderie continue to strengthen, showcasing the club's dedication to fostering connections through the sport of lawn bowls. As enthusiasm remains high, members are returning to the club after their break during the summer heat. Unfortunately, our club games were cancelled during the week due t
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March 27, 2025
The weekend saw two days of competitive and social bowls as teams from across the region gathered for a highly anticipated tournament. Players travelled from Townsville, Mackay, Airlie Beach, Giru, Brandon, and Proserpine to take part, with plenty of skill and camaraderie on display. Among the competitors was Wayne Carroll, a veteran of the tournament who has been participating for an impressive 34 years. Now representing a Mackay team, Wayne first took part at the age of 36 and, still fit as a
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February 6, 2025
Joining a club isn't just about exploring something you're passionate about or picking up a new hobby; it's also about connecting with others, building relationships, and immersing yourself in your local community. Clubs offer a unique opportunity to meet people who share your interests and values, and often, these connections can evolve into long-lasting friendships. A great example of this is The Burdekin Brass Band. By becoming a member, you'll not only be joining a community of like-minded
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March 27, 2025
Attention Burdekin rock fans – Daybreak is back! The local rock band is returning to their roots for an exclusive performance at the Ayr Hotel on Saturday, March 29th. If you love 80s, 90s, and 2000s rock classics, this is one gig you won’t want to miss! Formed in Ayr, North Queensland, Daybreak is a band of proud locals who bring a fresh, high-energy take on rock music. Frontman Trent Worley shares, “We just basically go out and put on a rock show,” and that’s exactly what you can expect, a ni
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The Fast Track Talent Showcase returned with a bang last weekend, captivating audiences as Queensland’s rising stars dazzled on stage. With over 55 acts competing, the event crowned its 2025 winners, including the dynamic band Category 5, who claimed the prestigious Best Overall Talent award. Guest judge Hugh Sheridan was left in awe of the performances, which spanned music, dance, and more. Thanks to generous sponsors, winners walked away with over $7,000 in cash and prizes. The showcase prove
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March 27, 2025
Prepare to bust out your calendars, highlight Saturday the 17th of May and get ready for a vibrant day of racing, fashion, and festivities as the Burdekin Growers Race Day returns in 2025! Known as the Burdekin’s premier 18+ social event, this unmissable day at the track promises a thrilling mix of local horse racing, dazzling fashion, live entertainment, and thousands of dollars in giveaways! The excitement will kick off with a six-race program, featuring some of the best local horse racing ac
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Burdekin Event Guide Friday 28 March Clare State School Open Classroom Friday 12pm Come along to Clare State School’s Open Classroom afternoon, Meet & Greet (4pm) and P&C BBQ Dinner (6pm) in celebration of the school’s 75th Anniversary! Clare State School Saturday 29 March Clare State School 75th Anniversary School Fete Saturday 9am A timeless tradition, Clare State School will hold a fantastic School Fete as part of their 75th Anniversary celebrations where the opening of the time capsule wil
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