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Looking Back Magnetic Island State School 75th Jubilee
Pictured above the front cover of the the jubilee booklet. Pictured are Alex Ryan ( with frog) , Louise Hellum, Ellie- Grace Cox, Louise...
Magnetic Community News
Jun 20, 20241 min read
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May 31, 20240 min read
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WORLD OCEANS DAY
SeaLink North Queensland and the Museum of Underwater Art (MOUA) have teamed up to offer a memorable World Oceans Day reef event on...
Magnetic Community News
May 30, 20242 min read
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BLAST FROM THE PAST
The Nelly Bay road heading over the hills to Arcadia Magnetic Island. Photo appears to be taken near Graystones Corner. Arch Fraley...
Magnetic Community News
May 24, 20241 min read
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BLAST FROM THE PAST
Pictured above: Alert at Horseshoe Bay jetty 1935 This photo features for the month of March this year in the fabulous annual Magnetic...
Magnetic Community News
Mar 11, 20241 min read
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BLAST FROM THE PAST
Thanks to Townsville Citylibraries Photo shows the demolition of the Horseshoe Bay jetty on Magnetic Island. The jetty was built in 1922...
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Feb 17, 20241 min read
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Magnetic Community News
Feb 14, 20240 min read
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BLAST FROM THE PAST HORSESHOE BAY
Pictured: John Wyatt on the beach and the Horseshoe Bay Jetty Circa 1960 Horseshoe Bay from the Wyatt family property on Pacific Drive...
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Jan 16, 20241 min read
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BLAST FROM THE PAST
Pictured above Mediterranean Village article New Idea 1977
Magnetic Community News
Jan 8, 20241 min read
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Walking safely on Magnetic Island - Help keep our visitors safe!
Help them know how to orientate themselves around the island’s walking trails. Make sure visitors have the right information – get them...
Magnetic Community News
Jan 8, 20241 min read
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Hundreds bid farewell to Gary 'Gazza' Lane
Debbie Denison Hundreds of people gathered on the foreshore of Horseshoe Bay on Saturday afternoon to bid farewell to long time island...
Magnetic Community News
Dec 10, 20232 min read
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PUBLIC NOTICE
More info: https://whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/.../tropical-tree-day
Magnetic Community News
Nov 21, 20231 min read
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Apply now for the 2023 Ergon-Energex Community Fund  

What could your community group do with $10,000? The 2023 Ergon-Energex Community Fund is now open for applications from grassroots...
Magnetic Community News
Oct 27, 20231 min read
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Magnetic Island's Injured Wildlife Have New Clinic
Pictured above: L-R Paul Groves co ordinator of MINT, Kellie Whitby Superintendent Metallurgical Process, Glencore’s Copper Refinery...
Magnetic Community News
Oct 25, 20232 min read
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Magnetic Museum’s 2024 Calendar
UNDER WEIGH As a landmass surrounded by water Magnetic Island has always been inextricably connected to its marine environment. Early...
Magnetic Community News
Oct 7, 20231 min read
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LOOKING BACK - NELLY BAY
Otto Bottiger's Hut, Our Island Home, Bright Point & The Presto
Magnetic Community News
Oct 2, 20231 min read
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Heartwarming rescue marks World Cassowary Day
The Department of Environment and Science (DES) Wildlife Officers have helped to highlight the importance of preserving one of...
Magnetic Community News
Sep 26, 20231 min read
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SeaLink goes pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
SeaLink, Australia’s leading marine transport and tourism operator, is proud to change from its iconic blue to bright pink, in support of...
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Sep 26, 20232 min read
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ARCADIAN SURF CLUB WINS AT STATE AWARDS
Arcadian Surf Life Saving Club was named the Junior and Youth Development Club of the Year for Queensland at Surf Life Saving...
Magnetic Community News
Sep 12, 20232 min read
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Council callout for Carols By Candelight
Santa’s stop in Townsville may still be a few months away but Council is calling on local entertainers to audition for this year’s Carols...
Magnetic Community News
Sep 5, 20232 min read
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