161 Helens Hill Road

Helens Hill QLD 4850

If you are considering real estate in Ingham, we have compiled some information on the Hinchinbrook shire that you might find interesting: Located in tropical North Queensland 250klms south of Cairns & 110klms north of Townsville, Ingham boasts three beautiful beaches, Forrest Beach, Taylors & Lucinda, all have magnificent fishing and the coastline is fringed by the world renowned Hinchinbrook Island & Palm Island group. Beyond these spectacular Islands is the Great Barrier Reef. Travel inland from Ingham and you find the lowland rainforest of Broadwater National Park. Located in the Girringun National Park (formerly named Lumholtz National Park) Wallaman Falls which is the highest single drop waterfall in Australia and is also home to the Lumholtz Tree Kangaroo. Ingham itself is host to the Tyto Wetlands, where the Hinchinbrook Shire Council has recently constructed the Tyto Wetlands Information centre which allows people to view the natural beauty of native animals & over 200 bird species. There are many local primary schools both public & private throughout the district, two high schools and one boarding school. There are many different dining experiences to be savoured but if you require the fast food variety, enjoy KFC, McDonalds, Eagle Boys & Subway. Grocery shopping is a breeze with Woolworths, Coles & IGA, being well supported by local convenience stores. Your finances will also be assured with major banks, Commonwealth, NAB, Bendigo, Suncorp, Westpac & ANZ all being located in the main street. Overall Ingham & the surrounding district are a truly extraordinary place to live, which is matched only by the friendliness of the locals.