1st May 2025
Seven residents took a proud step forward in their Australian journey at a Citizenship Ceremony held yesterday, Wednesday 30 April 2025, in the Hinchinbrook Shire Council Chambers. Mayor Ramon Jayo officially welcomed Mr Daijo John, Mrs Alice Mathew along with their two children Elina and Albin, Mr ...
22nd April 2025
Council has observed an increase in grass clippings being piled around trees in the Shire. While mulching with grass clippings benefits vegetables and flowers, it can be harmful to trees. Excessive grass clippings around tree bases can cause collar rot, disrupt soil temperature, introduce diseases, ...
4th April 2025
Council advises residents and tourists of the following update on Wallaman Falls Road. Wallaman Falls Road is open with caution, following clearing and stabilisation works undertaken to address damage caused by the recent rain event. In the event of potential ongoing rainfall, road conditions may ch...
31st March 2025
Council advises residents and tourists of the following update on Mount Fox Road. Mount Fox Road is open with caution, following stabilisation works undertaken to address damage caused by the recent rain event. To ensure public safety and prevent further deterioration, access is limited to veh...
19th March 2025
ADVICE MONITOR CONDITIONS Lower Herbert Area Flood as at 12.00pm 19/03/2025 Warning level: ADVICE Warning area: Lower Herbert Area within the Hinchinbrook Shire This warning is from Hinchinbrook Shire Council For emergency help in floods and storms, call the QLD SES on 132 500 or download the SES ...
12th March 2025
Gairloch Bridge, a significant piece of Queensland’s heritage, has sustained substantial damage during the February 2025 flood event and will now be completely closed to all use, including pedestrian access. This decision has been made to ensure public safety and prevent further structural det...
11th March 2025
Council is reminding North Queenslanders to take simple precautions to help stop the spread of weeds and pest animals after the recent flooding event. Councillor Kate Milton, Chair of the Environment Sub Group said, “locals and travellers alike should heed warnings about the possible spread of...
4th March 2025
Tourists and residents are advised of the following road updates to Mount Fox Road and Wallaman Falls Road. Mount Fox Road is open with caution due to fallen trees and landslips from the recent rain event. To ensure public safety and prevent further damage, access to the road is restricted and subje...
20th February 2025
Weeks of intensive rainfall and flooding may have dampened the Hinchinbrook region, but not the spirit of locals. As the floodwaters recede, Hinchinbrook Shire Council is focused on the clean up and getting the community back on its feet. Mayor Ramon Jayo thanked everyone for their resilience over t...
24th January 2025
Hinchinbrook Shire’s Australia Day Award presentations were held tonight, Friday 24 January 2025. Congratulations to our 2025 Australia Day Award winners as follows: Junior Sports Award Liam Fascetti – Nominated for his sporting achievements, particularly in squash. Liam was selected as ...