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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...
Magnetic Community News
Jan 16, 20241 min read


BLAST FROM THE PAST
Pictured above Mediterranean Village article New Idea 1977
Magnetic Community News
Jan 8, 20241 min read


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


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


PUBLIC NOTICE
More info: https://whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/.../tropical-tree-day
Magnetic Community News
Nov 21, 20231 min read


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


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


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


LOOKING BACK - NELLY BAY
Otto Bottiger's Hut, Our Island Home, Bright Point & The Presto
Magnetic Community News
Oct 2, 20231 min read


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


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...
Magnetic Community News
Sep 26, 20232 min read


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


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


Council school holiday guide busting holiday boredom
Council’s boredom-busting September school holiday guide is available online and in print now, with plenty on offer to keep Townsville...
Magnetic Community News
Sep 5, 20232 min read


Vale Pam D’Argeavel
14th March 1932 - 28th August 2023 Passed away aged 91 years. Beloved wife of David Worland (deceased) and Geoffrey d’Argeavel...
Magnetic Community News
Sep 2, 20231 min read


BLAST FROM THE PAST
Pictured above: A badly damaged Picnic Bay jetty Cyclone Yasi 2011. Photos Debbie Denison On the 3rd February 2011 severe Cat 5 Cyclone...
Magnetic Community News
Aug 28, 20231 min read


POSITION VACANT
Magnetic Island Receptionist - Part time/full time We are seeking a dedicated and organised person to join our Magnetic Island team at...
Magnetic Community News
Aug 21, 20231 min read


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Aug 14, 20230 min read


ANOTHER BLAST FROM THE PAST
ALAN PRIDDLE & TERRY SMITH an article written by John van Tiggelen published TB Circa 1990's (?) Magnetic Island has always been known...
Magnetic Community News
Jul 15, 20231 min read


BLAST FROM THE PAST
Well, you never know what you'll find at Nelly Bay resident Bobby Casey's place. The MCN found this election curflute circa 2008 (?) from...
Magnetic Community News
Jul 10, 20231 min read
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