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"Sorry we're late to posting..." – Mick 🤠🌱 In tru

"Sorry we're late to posting..." – Mick 🤠🌱

In true cane farmer fashion, Mick got caught up with planting, harvesting, crushing and everything in between, and forgot to tell everyone that the Burdekin's Sweetest School Competition is back!

Back in May, schools across the Burdekin rolled up their sleeves, got their hands dirty and planted their cane, kicking off another year of the Burdekin's Sweetest School Competition.

🤠 Mick even managed to sneak away from the farm for a visit to St Francis Catholic School and Ayr State School, where he checked in on the students and their planting efforts.

Good luck to all the schools taking part this year. We can't wait to watch your cane grow and see who takes home the title!

🏆 The winner will be announced at Sweet Days Hot Nights Festival in May 2027.

🌱 In the meantime, make sure you follow the Burdekin's Sweetest School Competition Facebook page to keep up with school updates, growing progress and competition news 👀

#visitburdekin #burdekin #sweetdayshotnights #sdhn #burdekinssweetestschool

Everyone’s been talking about the “handsome cane f

Everyone’s been talking about the “handsome cane farmer” at Council… and honestly, we’re still not sure if they mean the mural or Mick the Cane Cutter? 🤠

We're starting to think art_by_lavinia may have had some real-life inspiration for her cane farmer 👀

This mural celebrates the Burdekin’s rich cane farming history — from blazing cane fires to iconic landmarks, local produce and the industries that make our region what it is!

📸 Of course Mick from the Sweet Days Hot Nights Festival had to stop by for a photo.

Have you checked out this masterpiece for yourself?

📍 Burdekin Shire Council Chambers, MacMillan Street, Ayr

#visitburdekin #sweetdayshotnights #burdekin #sdhnte

Happy National Ag Day from Mick the Cane Cutter 💚

Happy National Ag Day from Mick the Cane Cutter 💚

🌱 Today we celebrate the incredible farmers and producers who keep Australia fed and clothed. Agriculture is at the heart of the Burdekin, so let’s show our appreciation for the hardworking people who keep Australia growing every single day!

#AgDayAU @nationalfarmers

🎤 Good luck to our stars on the mic! Our incredi

🎤 Good luck to our stars on the mic!

Our incredible festival emcees, Glenn Minty Mintern and Support Local With Kellie, have been named finalists for the Individual Talent of the Year Award at the North Queensland Media Ball this Friday!

👏 We’re proud to say that two of the three finalists in this prestigious category were behind the mic at our festival this year - now that’s what we call top-tier talent at our festival!

Good luck legends - we'll be cheering you on from the Burdekin! 💛🔥

#visitburdekin #burdekin #sdhn #sweetdayshotnights #supportlocaltownsville

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