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According to David Kempton, the Chair of Regional Development Australia Tropical North Inc, widening the existing Kuranda Range Road may be the most cost-effective mediumterm solution to improve access to the Atherton Tablelands. An independent organisation brokering regional development solutions, Regional Development Australia Tropical North reviewed four reports produced over 20 years. New ideas were raised in the media following the $1.6 million Cairns to Northern Tablelands Access Strategy, which found no alternative route was needed for 30 years. Mr Kempton said the review had considered the traffic projections, freight and environmental issues raised in previous reports to seek a cost-effective

solution. “Widening the existing Kuranda Range Road to B-double standard and creating more overtaking lanes is possible within the current footprint with minimal disturbance to the Wet Tropics area,” he said. “An estimate for a preferred option from 2014 was $3.1 billion, with much of that cost from inflation and debt servicing when compared to estimates in 2001 of $300 million and $700 million in 2006. “The minimum build time was ten years and involved constructing a four-lane highway paralleling or overlaying the existing route but consisting of 40% bridges. “Approval for the 2014 Kuranda upgrade from the Wet Tropics was obtained and remains in place until December

2030,” Mr Kempton said. “Finding a solution to the Kuranda Range has been the topic of much debate recently and, in fact, over the past two decades, with the main issues facing the present access road being delays, safety and BDouble restrictions. “The main constraints facing any proposal to widen or relocate the highway are the high construction cost and the environmental offsets including Wet Tropics approval. “These are significant factors impacting any route; however, each proposed route has its issues. “For example, the Quaid Road option adds 31km to the trip and requires a significant upgrade, realignment and straightening as well as channelling heavy traffic at Wanget-

ti, meaning the Cook Highway would also need an upgrade. “The Redcliffe proposal requires 25km of new construction with grades of up to 7 per cent and severe residential dislocation. “Member for Kennedy Bob Katter’s Bridle path requires the construction of 23km of roadway and tunnel which needs to avoid Copperlode Dam and would impact residential areas south of Cairns city. “The Gillies and Palmerston routes are either not suitable or add too much distance to the route,” he said. People can find the Tableland Access Options Report on the Regional Development Australia Tropical North website.

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FROM > PAGE 1 By Isabella Guzman Gonzalez THE Italian flavours, colours and larger than life culture are the main focus of the Cairns Italian Festival, an event first of its kind in Far North Queensland to celebrate Italian history and honour the achievements of the first immigrants in the region. The Festival, which encompasses the whole North Queensland region, will see its main venue in Fogarty Park for ten days of events from July 28 to August 6 for the entire community to enjoy. President of the Cairns Italian Festival Steve Cordenos said the Festival would have many exciting events to honour Italian culture. “The Festival will start on Saturday with the Italian Festa,” Mr Cordenos said. “The Festa will have music and an array of food representing the 20 different regions in Italy. It’s a very busy day with six hours of music and entertainment. “On Sunday, we’ll host La Dolce Vita at the Salt House; this will be incorporated with the car show, so the people of Cairns can come and see motorbikes and cars all made in Italy. “We’re also having ‘A Big Fat Italian Wedding’, a wedding theatre hosted over three nights, and it’s one to look at. “We’ll have an exclusive hall of fame dedicated to past and present Italians that have made a difference in FNQ.

“And finally, Joe Avati will close the Festival on a Saturday night at the Brothers Leagues Club.” The Cairns Italian Festival is a first of its kind in FNQ, and it will celebrate the history of the first Italian immigrants in the region and their impact on the culture. “The Italians have been coming here since the 1930s, and, strangely, we haven’t had an Italian Festival prior to 2022,” Mr Cordenos said. “We really need to honour the people that migrated here and what they did for FNQ. “We never want to forget our roots and the sacrifices of those that made our lives what they are today. “This is an opportunity for people to experience the true Italian culture, food and family values in the atmosphere of what being Italian truly represents.” Federal Leichhardt MP Warren Entsch said Italians are part of the backbone of the FNQ community, and it is time to celebrate them. “A lot of Cairns has been built on the toil of many Italians that migrated here after the Second World War,” Mr Entsch said. “They’re an essential part of our community, and it’s great to be able to celebrate their heritage. “We’ve seen Ingham and Silkwood celebrate the Italian community, and Cairns has a very rich Italian history that I think it’s important that we celebrate as well.” Cairns Mayor Bob Manning

said the Cairns Italian Festival highlights the diversity of FNQ. “I remember, not long after the war, when the Italian people came here in big numbers,” Cr Manning said. “Everything Italians do, they excel at. They put all the effort into everything they do, and people love them. “I think this Festival will become one of the highlights of the year for Cairns. “Events like this make the city livelier, and they will become a big part of Cairns’ tourism.” Mr Cordenos said the Cairns Italian Festival would become a meaningful event for the community, and he hopes they can make it bigger and better in the years to come. “This is only our first year, and we’re very grateful to Cairns Regional Council for having our backs; we hope to bring it back every year and have the support of more sponsors,” he said. “We have about 45 people in the organising committee, and it’s been enormous to create a ten-day event, but I’m blessed to have the best people behind me, and I’m sure we will deliver an incredible event. “And why wouldn’t you come? Nobody makes a festival like the Italians.” Tickets for the Cairns Italian Festival will go on sale next week on the Cairns Italian Festival website at: https://cairnsitalianfestival.com.au/

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Australia Post connecting Cairns community to the Indigenous languages THIS week, Year 1 and 2 students At Bentley Park received a visit from Local Australia Post employees, mother and daughter, Vikki and Tashiana Sambo. They introduced them to ‘Moli det bigibigi’ (Molly the pig), a bilingual story written in Kriol and English by Binjari author Karen Manbulloo. THE reading of ‘Moli det bigibigi’ to students is part of Australia Post’s ongoing support of the Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF), which has delivered more than 190,000 books to children in more than 325 remote Indigenous communities. “WE’RE both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, and it’s nice to show the younger generation a book like this in Kriol and English, to show them a bit of our culture,” Tashiana said. “I’M honoured to show this to the younger generation. For us working for Australia Post to have the literacy program and give back to the Indigenous community is an honour,” Vikki said. AUSTRALIA Post Head of Community Nicky Tracey said she was excited that the book will be shared directly with communities across the country and help introduce children and adults to Australia’s most widely spoken Aboriginal language today, Kriol. “OUR partnership with the In-

digenous Literacy Foundation helps ensure children across Australia have access to quality books, and more than 40% of these feature Indigenous authors or illustrators,” Ms Tracey said. MS Tracey said the posties visit to schools would help raise awareness for the ILF and the significance of connecting to Indigenous heritage. “THESE postie visits to schools during March help raise awareness of ILF’s wonderful work and encourage Australians of all ages to engage with Indigenous language and culture,” she said. “OUR posties and Post Office team members connect with their communities daily through their important work. “THROUGH these school visits, we’re hoping to connect with our communities differently and help highlight the important work of our partner, ILF. “WE hope these visits will help to inspire a love of reading and storytelling in the students and build stronger connections within our communities.” AUSTRALIA Post National Indigenous Manager Barbara Sheehy said she was proud of how the organisation’s community activities connect more Australians with First Nations culture. “THIS joyous and fun book, written by Karen, a proud Binjari woman, and illustrated by the

Binjari Buk Mob, complements the overall work we do towards reconciliation by connecting with others through language and storytelling,” Ms Sheehy said. MS Tracey said that through the partnership with ILF, Australia Post wants to raise awareness about the importance of literacy and inclusiveness. “WE know literacy makes a huge difference in peoples’ lives and can open up a world of possibility,” she said. “SO it is incredibly rewarding to think that our efforts to raise awareness of the Indigenous Literacy Foundation’s work will benefit the broader community. “BOOKS help us understand the world around us. Sharing stories by Indigenous authors in schools offers an accessible way to build cross-cultural understanding among young children, contributing to a more inclusive and diverse society.” ‘MOLI det bigibigi’ is available for $9.99 at participating outlets and online at www.auspost.com.au/shop FOR more information on Australia Post’s partnership with the Indigenous Literacy Foundation, visit www.auspost.com.au/literacy

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IRONMAN events return to Cairns

IRONKIDS Cairns is set to return in June, 2022 Photo Tim Bardsley-Smith

LAST Friday, the Cairns Airport IRONMAN Asia-Pacific Championship Cairns team announced that a trio of popular festival events would be returning to Cairns from June 9 to 11. The Quicksilver Green Island Reef Swim, COUCH Charity Fun Run, and IRONKIDS Cairns will provide opportunities for athletes and their families to experience what Tropical North Queensland has to offer. The festival events will occur three days before IRONMAN Cairns, from Thursday to Saturday, with the Quicksilver Green Island Reef Swim kicking

off festivities for the 2022 event. New to this year’s program, the COUCH Charity Fun Run will take place on Friday morning. This event is one for the community, with all proceeds going towards COUCH, a local charity supporting those whose lives have been affected by cancer. The popular IRONKIDS, taking place on Saturday morning, will be held in Fogarty Park and feature a swim in the Cairns Lagoon, a bike ride along the Cairns Esplanade and a run that concludes under the official IRONMAN finish line arch.

For those aged between seven and ten, the event will consist of a 50m swim, 1km ride and 500m run, while participants aged between 11 and 13 will take on a 100m swim, 3km ride and 1km run. Geoff Meyer, The IRONMAN Group Oceania Managing Director, said that the team was looking forward to bringing back IRONMAN Cairns festival events after a few years. “Known as the Race in Paradise, where the rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef, IRONMAN Cairns brings thousands of athletes and their families to stay and play in the region each

year,” Mr Meyer said. “The addition of these festival events will only serve to enhance their experience and provide a significant economic boost to the local economy across the four days of events. Member for Cairns and Assistant Tourism Minister Michael Healy said IRONMAN Cairns had something for everyone. “It’s terrific to see festival events like the IRONMAN Cairns returning to the Tropical North,” Mr Healy said. “The Palaszczuk Government is getting behind the IRONMAN because we know

events of this calibre bring visitors to Cairns, who stay and explore our world-class tourism experiences. “Accommodation and transport providers, cafes, restaurants, hotels and tourism operators will all benefit from the IRONMAN Cairns Festival.” Cairns Mayor Bob Manning said the city was ready to roll out the welcome mat to athletes and their supporters. “Over the years, Cairns has developed a strong bond with IRONMAN, and we are looking forward to the trio of popular festival events returning to boost an already busy program,” Cr

Manning said. “Athletes have been coming to Cairns for the past decade to ‘race in paradise’, and we are looking forward to welcoming them back again to take part in this event.” The Queensland Government supports the IRONMAN Cairns through Tourism and Events Queensland and features on the It’s Live! in Queensland events calendar. For more information on Cairns Airport IRONMAN Asia-Pacific Championship Cairns and its festival events, visit: https://www.ironman.com/ im-cairns

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Taking on the invasive weed hiptage at Tara Hills: Douglas Shire Council and Phoenix Contracting Queensland workers with chainsaws, hand saws, secateurs and knapsack sprayers at the ready.

WEED warriors are gaining ground on a major threat to the Mossman Gorge area’s worldheritage rainforest. Hiptage is an invasive weed that’s smothering rainforest north of Cairns – and this vine from eastern India and southeast Asia grows so well in the Wet Tropics region that its sheer weight can bring down trees. Work crews from Douglas Shire Council and the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service have been targeting the species for almost two decades. Council crews recently extended into new territory for this project, thanks to funding from natural resource management organisation Terrain NRM. Douglas Shire’s Biosecurity Team Leader Brad Everett said crews were hiking up rainforest gullies on a hill known as ‘ground zero’. They take chainsaws, hand saws, secateurs, and knapsack sprayers. “It’s hard work. The whole north side of Butcher’s Hill is infested,’’ Mr Everett said. “But it’s rewarding work too. “We had spots we’d take people, to show them just how bad hiptage gets, where the vine was almost impenetrable.

Now we go back in there for follow-up work on a biannual basis, and there are a few vines and seedlings. “The native forest is getting a chance to regenerate and selfseed,” he said. Hiptage exists in a 60-hectare section of the Mossman River catchment, with Tara Hills identified as the core infestation area and the gateway for Mossman Gorge National Park infestations. Crews have recently tackled a six-hectare area on the east side of Butcher’s Hill. Terrain NRM’s Chelsy Maloney said the project was part of a ‘Native Vegetation – Many Hands Make Light Work’ program funded by the Queensland Government’s Natural Resources Investment Program. Terrain NRM is also working with the Cassowary Coast Regional Council and Tablelands Regional Council. “Our goal is to improve the resilience of big patches of native vegetation,’’ Ms Maloney said. “This project brought together councils from across the region to decide on priority areas where we can make measurable improvements over several years through onground works.”

Scholarships ensure bright future for the Far North JOB stability, lifestyle factors and opportunities for growth are enticing Far North workers to reskill as teachers. Almost half the 12 Cairns Catholic Education Final Year Education Scholarship recipients are mature-age students changing careers after years in other fields, including accounting, arts, engineering, fitness, and science. Julia Seifert and Katelyn Hall are in their final year of studying a Master of Teaching (Secondary). Ms Seifert previously worked as a science research assistant in Vienna, Austria, while Ms Hall took on project management roles as a civil engineer in Cairns. “I started tutoring high school students after I moved back to Cairns, and I really enjoyed that,” Ms Seifert said. “It was rewarding seeing the progress they were making, seeing that they were grasping

Applications for the caretaker position at the Bramston Beach Campground are now open. This is a live-in position for up to three years and includes an unfurnished, one bedroom cottage. For an information pack, email communityfacilities@cairns. qld.gov.au or call 4044 3389. Applications must be submitted in writing and include a resume and two references. Applications close at 4.30pm on Friday 1 April 2022.

Sites in Woree, Edmonton, Trinity Beach and Mooroobool, including an outdoor table tennis table, footpaths, underpasses and park infrastructure, will provide the canvas for the new community murals. Artists interested in working with young people to create

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ing it firsthand during at-home learning.” Cassie Bale, who graduated from Mareeba’s St Stephen’s Catholic College in 2021, said he had always wanted to be a teacher. “I loved high school. You see the teachers who want to make a difference, and you want to be like them. I want to make a difference in students’ lives,” he said. “The scholarship will help me with more opportunities and get my foot in the door, and it relieves the burden of fees.” Graduate teachers have a starting salary of $75,470, and roles in rural and remote areas often attract additional allowances. For more information about employment with Cairns Catholic Education, visit: cairnscatholicschools.com.au/general-recruitment

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Donaldson St, Manunda: Kerb and channel renewal and pavement repairs on the northern side from 26 to 34 Donaldson St. Expect temporary road closure.

the murals can apply to work on one, several or all of the sites.

English St, Manunda: Kerb and channel renewal near 99 and 101 English St. Temporary lane closures.

The Youth Urban Arts Project is a collaboration between Council, young people and community groups, working to foster community connection, beautify suburbs and reduce graﬃti vandalism through the creation of murals. Visit Council’s website and search ‘Youth Urban Arts Project 2022’ for more details and to apply.

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Diocese. This week, recipients were celebrated at an afternoon tea attended by key stakeholders, including Cairns Catholic Education Services Deputy Executive Director Ian Davis and Cairns Catholic Education Services Director of Workforce Capability Marissa Clark. “We are focused on growing our own, future-proof workforce here in Cairns,” Ms Clark said. “A combination of increasing retirement rates and a growing student population means there is a national teacher shortage. “This also means there has never been a better time to consider a career in teaching. There is a high demand for teachers and plenty of incredible opportunities.” “The pandemic has also led to a deeper appreciation and respect for teachers. “Parents have gained new insights into the complexities of teaching, after experienc-

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the concepts.” “I also love to travel, so the holiday periods are great, and at some point, I would love to teach overseas.” Ms Hall said she grew up watching her mother inspire others as a teacher. “I see how much joy and passion she has for her job, and I think it would be awesome to have a job where you find that same sense of passion,” she said. “COVID was the little push I needed to take the plunge and do teaching because engineering work was quieter. And I’m really happy that I’ve made the jump.” Scholarship recipients receive $1000 and ongoing support and practical assistance as they step into their careers. Five graduating Year 12 students have also received full scholarships, including HECS fees paid for four years, mentoring and guaranteed employment as a teacher within the Cairns

Mulgrave Rd, Earlville: Intersection upgrades at the intersections of Ishmael Rd and Barr St. Expect temporary lane closures between 9am and 3pm.

Two of the sites which will be beautiﬁed this year by the Youth Urban Arts Project: Todd Park in Edmonton (above) and the outdoor table tennis table in Trinity Beach (right).

Windarra St, Woree: Underbore works associated with the installation of traﬃc signals at the Rigg St intersection starting Monday 21 March. Pedestrian detours in place. For a full list of works see our website.

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Four FNQ schools to share the dignity

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LAST Friday, Education Minister Grace Grace announced the first four Far North Queensland schools that will receive a Dignity Vending Machine to provide students access to free sanitary products at school. Minister Grace said the Palaszczuk Government was investing up to $2.5 million in a partnership with the Share the Dignity charity to provide 120 state and non-state schools across Queensland with a Dignity Vending Machine. “It’s great to be able to share this news with schools during Queensland Women’s Week,” Ms Grace said. “Access to sanitary products and misplaced stigma around periods should never be barriers to learning. “We want all students to be confident to attend school every day. “Giving students access to free sanitary products can make a real difference, especially for students whose families are doing it tough, have unstable accommodation or are fleeing domestic and family violence. “This initiative supports Share the Dignity’s aim to distribute period products to women, girls, and anyone who menstruates who needs support,” she said.

“I am delighted we had so much interest from schools, with over 200 applying. “From that, we have selected 62: 53 state, 5 Catholic, and 4 Independent schools. “For those schools that missed out this time around or didn’t get an EOI in, there will be another opportunity to apply for the remaining machines later this year.” Member for Cook Cynthia Lui said the partnership with Share the Dignity wasn’t just about access to free sanitary products. “The partnership also means that all Queensland schools have access to the Period Talk education program, which is designed to educate students in Year 5 to Year 8 about menstruation and the impact of periods,” Ms Lui said. “Everyone has the right to live with dignity, and this initiative provides free period packs in schools where they are most needed. “Importantly, students who need sanitary products will be able to access them easily and discreetly.” Mareeba State High School Principal Scott Whybird said the school welcomed the opportunity to join the Share the Dignity initiative. “We applied to join the program so we can give our

students every support they need to participate at school every day,” Mr Whybird said. Founder of Share the Dignity, Rochelle Courtenay, welcomed the announcement of successful schools. “Imagine a world where menstruation is not a barrier to education,” Ms Courtenay said. “I am so proud to see the installation of Dignity Vending Machines in Queensland schools to ensure students can easily access period products when they need them. “I am excited to be able to educate boys and girls on menstruation with Period Talk, our menstruation education program, which will help us create long term change and guide us towards a future where period is not a taboo word.” The first Far North Queensland schools selected to receive a machine from this round are Mareeba State High School, Northern Peninsula Area State College, Trinity Bay State High School, and Woree State High School. More information is available on https://bit.ly/36uMeS8

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FEAST OF THE SENSES: A CELEBRATION OF INNISFAIL

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TARTING on March 24 until March 27, Innisfail will celebrate its staple Feast of the Senses, a festival to celebrate the diversity and flavours of the Innisfail region. In 2003 a group of Innisfail residents created Feast of the Senses to promote the region’s diversity in its produce and gastronomy. In time they incorporated what today is known as the trademark of the festival with the exotic fruits showcase through the Cassowary Coast Rare Fruits Association. Years later, Feast of the Senses became the renowned festival that locals, Queenslanders and travellers from around the world enjoy.

Feast of the Senses president Rosilyn Jensen said the festival also provides the opportunity to promote small businesses within the community. “Any store holders are welcome,” Ms Jensen said. “We work with store owners, not for profits, political parties, government departments and community groups. So there’s a little bit of everything for everyone.” Ms Jensen said they are most proud of their diversity of food and fruits. “We have the most amazing food there, so come along,” she said. “I couldn’t name it all if I wanted to, not just your regular options. “There’s a display of rare fruits for

tasting. All of the rare fruits that are in season are there for people to taste for free.” The organisers of Feast of the Senses are happy to return in 2022 after two complicated years because of COVID and expect a great turnout of locals and international travellers. “Feast of the Senses is a four-day festival, and a lot of people remember our Market Day, but there is so much more than that,” Ms Jensen said. “Under the banners of Feast of the Senses, the Snapping Tours has two sunset river cruises on Thursday and Saturday night. “On Thursday night, we’ll also have a trivia night, and Friday night we have

the Taste of the Tropics dinner, this year we’re holding it at the Crown Hotel, and it should be excellent. “And on Friday, we’re holding a food trail to the north of Innisfail, which takes around four or five local places that the regular public would never get to see, like farms that have value added products and allow people to see how they work. “The food trail goes south on Saturday as well.” Ms Jensen said the small businesses and the Feast of the Senses team were excited to hold the festival that represents Innisfail. “There are so many things to see and do,” she said.

“We’ve got same if not more stalls than last year, and we’re looking forward to having a fantastic Australian Bananas River Feast Market Day on March 27 from 9 am to 3 pm. “This is one of the biggest events in the calendar of Innisfail that incorporates the whole town. “It’s an event that’s communitydriven, it’s for the community, and it’s there for everyone to enjoy the diversity of Innisfail,” Ms Jensen said. For more information and tickets visit: www.feastofthesenses.com.au/events

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I wanted to buy Australian made safety boots. I went to a local agriculture shop in the industrial area in Innisfail. There is a sign at the door to say unvaccinated people aren’t welcome. I decided not to enter and called instead to show respect but enquire why I am not welcome to buy essential Australian made products there. They said they have immunocompromised children. I replied that vaccinated people spread the covid virus so why can’t I be welcome. I was told that “For the same reason we don’t want a murderer in the shop”. I objected to being compared to a murderer. The man also said “vaccinated people are more careful”. I told him that wasn’t true and that I haven’t caught covid and I am careful. He didn’t want to continue the talk and was quite aggressive. I asked where I could buy the product elsewhere. This example is the crux of the ‘divide and conquer’ fear tactics all levels of the government use often. I am blown away that adults believe it and don’t investigate better. I can understand steps taken in the beginning. But now, years down the track, this behaviour is overkill. For what it’s worth, those people won’t ever see a cent of my money. Not because they are fearful

but because they were so aggressive. Anyway, I probably robbed and murdered someone to get my money! N McGrath, Bombeeta. Dear Editor, I write to let readers who were impacted, or who know of people who were hit, by the devastating recent Queensland and New South Wales floods that cash grants from Australian Red Cross flood appeal are now open. An amazing one-off event, Australian Unites Telethon, saw everyone dig deep and pledge more than $25 million for Australian Red Cross to help people hit by the floods. This is a gift from the Australian public and 100% of those funds will be made available to an estimated 50,000 households that have been impacted by the floods and need some help. From Friday 18th March, people whose homes have been damaged can apply for cash grants of $500 per household through Australian Red Cross. We hope it will go some way to help in what will be a long journey to recovery. Those who are bereaved can apply for a $20,000 bereavement grant. To apply, visit redcross.org. au/grants, or call 1800 733 276. Red Cross is doing its small part in what is a much larger recovery effort, but I want to say a big thanks to everyone who donated to allow this to happen. Kind regards Collin Sivalingum QLD State Director Australian Red Cross

The wet season with its swollen rivers, creeks and waterways is an opportune time for crocodiles to move about. These crocodiles, which are usually from a group of larger crocodiles are on the move because they have been pushed out of their territory by larger crocs or they are looking for females. The main criteria for a crocodile to remain in an area for any length of time is a constant and reliable food supply. Regularly seeing small crocs which do not pose a danger to humans in a waterway, can lead to complacency to the ever-present risks of an attack by a “traveller crocodile” - an attack completely unseen and unexpected. I will relate a tragic series of events that occurred at Alligator Creek, Pindi Pindi just North of Mackay, on an afternoon in early March 1933. When Mary Tuckett aged 11, and Thelma Tuckett aged 5, had not returned home from school, an alarm was raised amongst the local farmers and settlers. The local police constable was assisted by another constable who had to ride his horse 45km to attend the search. In 1933 the horse was the only

mode of transport for most of the population. Children were taught to attend their horses at a very early age. Only the welloff had motor vehicles. The girls Mary and Thelma rode their horse “Sniper” to and from school crossing Alligator Creek twice a day, with the older girl Mary in front in control of the horse, and Thelma holding on behind. The Alligator Creek crossing was tidal varying in depth from a few centimetres at low tide to around a meter deep at high tide. When the search for the girls continued at first light the following day, their horse “Sniper” was found in a highly agitated state wild eyed and nervous with the saddlecloth badly torn. When the search party tried to put the horse to the crossing, the horse would not cross, even though the water was only a few centimetres deep. It was at this stage the search party realised the fate of the missing girls. The search continued for several days from the sea to the upper reaches of the mangrove lined banks of the creek. On the third day Thelma’s body was found, fully clothed with tufts of grass still clutched in her tiny hands, apparently her

last endeavours were to pull herself from the waters of the creek. The search continued for the missing older girl Mary without success. It was at this stage the police Constables shot 2 wallabies and laced them with strychnine (a poison). The baits were suspended just above high tide so only a crocodile could reach them. The poisoning resulted in the death of 3 smaller crocodiles and when the contents of their stomachs were examined there was no trace of the missing girl. Sometime later a dead crocodile some 14ft 6” or 4.4m long was pulled from the waterway with a motor truck. The crocodile obviously had taken longer to die from the poison because of its size. When the crocodile was disembowelled, the frock from the missing girl Mary was found still intact, with some tears from the crocodile’s teeth, with the almost digested skeletal remains of the missing child, together with the crocodiles’ last meal. The community of Pindi Pindi made the mistake of thinking that the crocodiles you see are the only danger, whereas, in reality, it is always the ones you don’t see that can

result in a tragic circumstance. The tragedy for the family only came to an end 48 years later. At age 80, Grace Tuckett the mother of the two girls who had so tragically lost their lives, walked off her property leaving her animals to fend for themselves, and literally disappeared. Although a diligent search was made to locate her, no trace or evidence of her fate was ever located. So literally ends a very sad family saga. Grace may have elected to end her days in the deep cool waters of Alligator Creek to be with the spirit of her beloved daughters. Bryan Peach. Former Crocodile Hunter and Author of the Book Crocodile Men

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Ten years later, they finally achieved this with the Clink Theatre, where they have since remained. This came about partly due to lucky timing but also as a result of some very imaginative thinking. In 1991, the old Mossman courthouse, a sturdy wooden structure, was due to be replaced and the Douglas Shire Council needed someone to take it off their hands. A suggestion was made to move it somewhere else and turn it into a theatre, so the building was transported down the Cook Highway to where it now stands in Mowbray Street, Port Douglas. Basically, the old police lock-up was transformed into the majestic Clink Theatre, now seating up to

120 people for a much more pleasurable stay. The latest offering, due to start on March 31, is Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. This jukebox musical was adapted from Stephan Elliot’s 1994 film The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. The original film, which was a worldwide hit, fol-

lows two drag queens and a transgender woman, as they journey across the Australian Outback from Sydney to Alice Springs in a lavender tour bus named ‘Priscilla’. The musical, which debuted at the Lyric Theatre, Sydney in October 2006, tells a similar story where the trio are con-

community. Mr. Mahdi said: “Today, I am very excited to expand our services and give more choice and control to people who have a disability in Mossman, our mission is to provide flexible and reliable disability support services assisting our participants to live independently within the community”. The new office is located at 31 Front St, Mossman. The community are welcome to visit them to find more information about how Pharaoh Care could assist them with activities which will be tailored to suit their needs. Pharaoh Care intends to continue providing quality service and more opportunities for capacity building in home and around the community. For more information, visit their website at: https://pharaohcare.com.au/ or call on 07 403 11771

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The musical incorporates numerous well known pop songs, so you will definitely want to sing along whilst having a giggle.

PHARAOH Care is pleased to announce the official opening of a new office in Mossman. Pharaoh Care is an NDIS provider, committed to providing the best quality care and helping people with disabilities achieve their goals. Sam Mahdi began Pharaoh Care in 2019 and has directed its growth to become the best disability service provider in Far North Queensland. Mr. Mahdi discovered people with disabilities need more choices and need to be included in all areas of life. On its 3rd anniversary, Pharaoh Care is expanding to Mossman, providing a wide choice of services. These services include: personal care, respite care, household tasks, assistance to attend appointments, community participation activities. The Pharaoh Care team are fully trained and make the participants to feel empowered, independent and included in the

MATEUR thespians have entertained people in the Douglas Shire at least since the 1970s. Initially using various names such as the Port Douglas Players and Troubadours, they performed wherever a venue could be found, including hotel ballrooms, foyers and restaurants. In 1982, the Douglas Theatre Arts Group was formed and although this was the beginning of a much more organised operation, the group were still without a permanent home.

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By Maria Larkins THE FIRST Catholic college to be co-located with a university opened in Cairns last month. Newman Catholic College which is situated adjacent to Smithfield campus of James Cook University opened the doors to its first intake of 125 Year 7 students in February. The new four-level building occupying 7,000m2 has five design technology classrooms, four science labs, a library and administrative area, an indoor PE court in addition to open and collaborative learning areas and quiet retreat spaces for students. Principal, Dr. Lauretta Graham, said the college was designed to

support and nurture innovative thinking. “Our new technology-rich environments will deliver a greater impact than the more traditional spaces,” Dr. Graham said. She said that although students in Year 7 were not usually offered elective subjects, Newman College will be providing that option from Term 1 with Dance, Drama, Instrumental Music, Visual Arts, Photography, Engineering, Game Development, Food Technology, 3D Design, Italian, Japanese and Orienteering as an Outdoor Education elective. In Term 2 the offering will include Personal Finance, Robotics, Performing Arts, and Marine Science.

Dr. Graham said the College would be looking to expand opportunities for student development in the future. “Our aim, over the next five years, is to further explore opportunities for working in partnership with JCU, other schools, industry and government to continue providing the best for each individual student,” she said. A new year level will be welcome to the campus each year with the College becoming a full Year 7-12 secondary college by 2027. Newman is the first Catholic school in Australia to be colocated with a university.

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MORE MONEY FOR PENSIONERS POCKETS MORE than 15,450 Age Pension and 12,380 JobSeeker recipients living in Leichhardt will benefit from a boost to their social security payments from March 20 to help them keep up with the changes in the cost of living. Age Pension, Disability Support Pension, and Carer Payment rates will increase by $20.10 a fortnight for singles to $987.60 and by $30.20 a fortnight for couples combined to $1,488.80. In addition, asset test limits have been increased, allowing more senior Australians to access a part pension. For example, the asset limit for a single homeowner has been boosted by $6,750 to $599,750 and for a homeowner couple by $10,000 to $901,500. Since March 2013, the rate for single pensioners has increased by $179.20 a fortnight,

while the rate for pensioner couples combined has increased by $270 a fortnight. More than five million pensioners and other payment recipients also received an additional $2000 in Economic Support Payments throughout the pandemic. The basic rate of Jobseeker Payment will increase by $13.20 to $629.50 for singles without children, while Parenting Payment Single will increase by $18.10 to $874.10, including Pension Supplement and Energy Supplement. Since March 2013, the basic rate of Jobseeker Payment (formerly Newstart) for a single person without children has increased by $145.70 a fortnight, including the $50 per fortnight increase delivered by the Morrison Government in April 2021.

Federal Leichhardt MP Warren Entsch said indexation was an integral part of our social security safety net and ensured pensioners and jobseekers maintained their purchasing power within the economy. “Pensioners in Leichhardt will see a 2.1% increase to their payments – the largest increase since 2013,” Mr Entsch said. “This is putting money in the pockets of Far North Queenslanders who rely on our social security system and, in particular, older Australians.” The fortnightly maximum rate of Rent Assistance will also increase to $145.80 for single recipients with no children, $171.50 for families with up to two children and $193.62 for families with three or more children.

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By Isabella Guzman Gonzalez BELOVED Australian musicians, singer song-writers Ian Moss and Troy Cassar-Daley, return to Cairns on April 10 with their Together Alone Tour after a COVID-19 postponement with a show that promises fans an intimate setting and hypnotising guitars. The Together Alone Tour will see Cassar-Daley and Moss touring together for the first time and take the stage at the Cairns Performing Arts Centre. “It’s a relief to be able to see the looks on people’s faces after two years off. It’s probably the best medicine a man can ask for,” Cassar-Daley said. “I’m looking forward to being able to come back, enjoy a bit of that sunshine and play at that beautiful Performing Arts Centre that I played back in 2019.

Cassar-Daley said fans could expect great chemistry between him and Ian Moss on stage and lots of acoustic guitars. “Ian and I have been friends for a long time,” he said. “Fans can expect us together on stage, without a band, two acoustic guitars, and we’re going to be going through the songs that have been friends of ours for our whole careers. “They’ll get two people on stage that respect and admire each other, and to be able to do that sort of show is fantastic.” The Together Alone Tour will be a show for guitar lovers with beautiful storytelling in an intimate environment. “I’m most excited about being able to play more guitar,” Cassar-Daley said. “Having two guitars gives us the chance to express ourselves a whole lot differently than if you were by yourself.

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“With the stories we’re telling, it’s so nice to have the intimacy of a theatre like the Performing Arts Centre. “You can hear a pin drop in these shows we’re playing because people are very invested. “I think the audience has really missed seeing people express themselves in an art like music.” Cassar-Daley invited the Cairns fans to CPAC on April 10 for a show that would surely make them feel warm. “Between Ian and me, there’s maybe 60 years of music we’ve made, and there’s a lot of songs that will lift your spirits,” he said. “If your spirits need lifting, this is a show that would do you a lot of good. “It’s terrific to hear live music again, but not only that, it’s the stories, and to hear them in this format is good for the soul.”

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HE annual two-day celebration is returning this May with its most exciting program yet. Free and ticketed events will take place across several venues: Tanks Arts Centre, Cairns Botanic Gardens, Cairns Performing Arts Centre and the Court House Gallery, and all are jam-packed with entertainment for children aged 12 years and under. The theme of this year’s celebration is Insects Rule and we are looking for talented young artists to participate in the theme’s exhibition which will be displayed at the Court House Gallery. All information can be found via the website FREE SHOWS: Polygot’s Ants is an interactive performance which brings children together to explore the landscape around them. Ants as big as humans work together intently with hundreds of giant breadcrumbs, using sound and movement to communicate. Children are irresistibly drawn closer to find out how they can join in, choosing how they interact with the big insects

becoming Ant-like creatures themselves and gradually a world of meaning unfolds with the children’s movements making lines and patterns, transforming public space and disrupting the everyday. Dee Rocks the Tank is an epic-kid centric show about friendship, full of song and dance about a regular kid called Dee who lives in Cairns. She likes ice-cream, basketball and hanging out with her mates but most of all Dee loves rocking out! Amber Grossman, Miss V, Mau Power and Leanne Tennant, some of Cairns’ most talented Artists have come together to write a children’s rock musical showcasing their newly written children’s songs. Me and My Shadow is a hands-on activity that incorporates simple constructed forms made from cane and cellophane, add some light and shadow and enter a world in which your shadow plays with you. Children are encouraged to explore, interact and immerse themselves in a world where reality has been altered

and imagination takes place. Brat Kids Carnival is a high-energy afternoon show for all ages brought to you by the finest team of circus artists and mischief makers behind the international touring sensation “Briefs”. This show has been created to get youngsters excited about expressing themselves, watching top notch circus superstars and getting on stage to have a boogie. There will be hula hoops at top speed, acrobatics at alarming heights and seriously cheeky clowning antics. Other free activities Children can perform on the 5 Minutes of Fame Stage (register on the day or via the website from late April), plus young talent will also be on display through screenPLAY, which showcases films that have been created by the kids of Cairns. Minecraft builders will once again be battling it out for the title of Build Boss 2022, while Story Walk, presented by the Cairns Library, features Hotel for Bees, written and illustrated by Queenslanders Alison McLennan and Erin Dunne.

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For more information visit: www.cairns.qld.gov.au/childrens-festival

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Group endeavours will provide you with entertainment. Put your energy into behind-the-scenes activities. There might be one who is quite willing to take the credit for your work. Follow your gut feeling regarding your business ventures.

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You can make favourable changes in your home environment. Don’t overspend to impress someone who interests you. Loved ones may be annoyed if they feel restricted. Plan your day thoughtfully but try not to rely on others.

Sudden trips will take you by surprise. Passion will be your only answer. Don’t let your partner goad you into wearing your heart on your sleeve. Avoid any gossip and be careful that you aren’t misinterpreted.

You must not show interest in someone for the wrong reasons. Make sure that you have all the pertinent facts before acting. Spend some time on yourself. Your creative ideas will be put to good use if you dig in and do things around the house to make your family happy.

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Invite friends over rather than spending money on lavish entertainment. Your temper may get the better of you if a colleague has tried to ruin your reputation. You are best not to confide in anyone right now. Try to keep any mood swings under control.

Rest and relaxation may be required; minor health problems will prevail if you don’t watch your diet. Opportunities for romance are present. You will be too quick to point your finger at your mate. Things are looking good for you, so open your eyes and get to it.

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Take care of your personal needs. Changes regarding your career direction will pay off handsomely. Erratic behaviour at home may be hard to handle. Opportunities for romance will develop through activities with large groups.

Keep busy and let them fume while you’re not around. Don’t try to hide your true feelings from your mate. You should get out and meet some of those clients that you only speak to on the phone. You can make money through your own creative efforts.

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Clarion calls for a local band On April 15, 1886, Mr. R. Shaw sought approval fro m Cairns Sh ire Council to erect a cove red bandstand . Photograph courtesy State Library of Qu eensland.

Cairns Brass Band circa 1892. The bandmaster is pictured in the centre with baton and instrument behind the bass drum. Photograph courtesy State Library of Queensland.

By Maria Larkins CIRCA 1885 members of the new branch of the M.U.I.O.O.F. had decided the township of Cairns needed a band to mark public occasions and entertain the people. With bandmaster, R. Shaw, at the helm it was noted in July 1886 there had been a significant improvement in the band’s musical ability. Shaw was credited with the Cairns ensemble being close to the level of bands in other, larger towns. So, Shaw was understandably aggrieved when

he was replaced in 1887. The new bandmaster, George Chaytor, was an acclaimed musician who had emigrated to the colony aboard the Duke of Buccleuch in 1885. He had previously been engaged as bandmaster at Roma on a salary of £2 per week. Chaytor led the Cairns band through numerous engagements: the opening of the floating baths, sports days, polling day, and to welcome visiting dignitaries. There was a concerted effort to find subscribers to support the band. In other places such as Charters Towers, the town

band was funded by weekly subscriptions of one shilling each from notable residents. The band required £150 per year, £100 accounted for Chaytor’s salary. Unfortunately, the funds couldn’t be raised, and the talented bandmaster left in May 1888. The band didn’t play for six months as it tried to re-establish itself under several new bandleaders. To celebrate the Prince of Wales’ Birthday on November 11, 1889, a Regatta and Sports Day was held. Back in full swing for the event was the Cairns band under the leadership of Chaytor.

By December 1889 it was declared the local band had become “the best in North Queensland” and all hoped this heralded a promising future. “Music hath charms” was the heading in an article on February 5, 1890. There was a plea for the citizens of Cairns to maintain their support of the band and not allow it to once again “drift” to that “dark line where harmony is lost, and discord begins”.In March 1890 there was a “grand” vocal and instrumental concert at the Divisional Hall to raise funds for the band. An editorial said the musical accom-

plishment of the band under Mr. Chaytor’s direction had been “phenomenal”. Six months later it was reported that a Concert and Ball would feature a duet “Love and War” with Chaytor playing the cornet and Mr. Reid the euphonium. Funds would again be an issue in 1891. On April 25 it was reported the popular bandmaster was leaving Cairns for the south. In a poignant farewell, the Cairns Town Band performed at the wharf as Chaytor’s vessel departed. Sources: TROVE Newspapers, State Library of Queensland.

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within ten - minutes walk of the block. The neighbours have been long term and people do not move away from this area very often. The photos say it all please go ahead and drive past to get the feel of the area - you will not be disappointed. The beautiful Atherton Tablelands are an awesome sight to see. Rolling hills and

farmland abound. Lakes, rainforest and caves to discover. Locals love life here, it’s quiet, peaceful and friendly. An ideal retirement plan, cooler than Cairns in summer - a fantastic retreat is only one idea for this great investment. No power or water connected and no septic in place. Contact the agent to make your offer.

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‘TomS PARk’ Walkamin, QLD | 10.41 ha / 26 ac* Set in the best climate in Australia ‘Toms Park’ is centrally located to Atherton and Mareeba and close to highway and school bus runs. This amazing property has a 3-bedroom home with office, timber-topped kitchen, polished timber and tiled floors, bathroom ensuite, separate bathroom shower and laundry, and a period railway carriage done up for visitors to stay or prospective B&B. Large outdoor entertaining areas all set in park-like settings. The property also has deep red soil paddocks, ideal for fruit growing. lt could be your retirement farm or your new business. Make it your blank canvas. • 3 bed home, one with ensuite, office in park-like setting • Second toilet, bathroom and laundry • Period railway carriage for visitors or B&B • 2 Paddocks with improved pastures, clean of weeds • 10 megs of channel water, hard hose irrigator • Single phase power to house and shed *Approximately and three phase to paddock. Auction Thursday 21st April, 2:00pm Venue Atherton International Club Chris Atkinson 0429 342 944 Russell Wolff 0419 698 405 Elders Mareeba eldersrealestate.com.au/23333407

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REAL ESTATE A BEAUTIFUL HIGH SET QUEENSLANDER 51 Ryan Street, East Innisfail, QLD 4860

This lovely home with three bedrooms, one bathroom and a single garage, is located close to the Innisfail town centre! Offering stunning features of Polished timber floors, modern kitchen, and large separate lounge. The backyard is fully fenced and great for

the kids to run around. Currently rented at $280 per week • Undercover parking • Fully Secure backyard • Under cover outdoor entertainment area • Established gardens Don’t miss out on this home!

FOR SALE - $235,000 AGENT: Raine & Horne Innisfail Contact: Chloe Collins - Principal Phone: 0428 824 012

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With magniﬁcent views, this six bedroom, three bathroom, one lock-up garage, two storey property on three titles, is approximately 2km to beautiful Etty Bay, one of Queenslands most attractive and unspoiled beaches. The home, which is in two sections, could be ideal for two families or made into two units with Council approval as there are also two kitchens and two living areas. Land area: 2,613 sqm. List #1480

‘Open for Inspection’ Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th of March - 10am to 11am Inspections also available by appointment.

Auction: Saturday 26th March 2022 - 11am Onsite For Further Information Contact: Fran 0401 191 258 or Alf 0418 774 849

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Country living approximately 11km to Innisfail CBD - 1,449 sqm. This triangle block has been surveyed and there are new boundary pegs in place. Power and water going past along the roadsides. Views of Mount Bartle Frere. List #1486 ‘Expressions of Interest’ close Thursday 31st March 2022 and must be delivered to A&A Realty at 70 Edith St, Innisfail QLD 4860 by 4pm. Inspections available by appointment.

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Land Area 1,012 sqm

• Polished timber floors • Solid construction • Large, fenced block • Convenient location This solidly build, well maintained property is ready for a new family. Fully fenced on 1,012 sqm, this immaculate home is conveniently located close to the local primary school, cafe and post office and is move in ready. Arrange an inspection today.

Land Area 1,308 sqm

• Large elevated block • Development potential • Patio in tropical garden surrounds • Views from all living areas This well priced property has loads of character. There is great potential for expansion of the existing home, which has lovely views from all living areas. Inspection is needed to appreciate the potential of this large corner block.

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Cairns Men’s Shed: 186 Irene st, Mooroobool, 8:00-12:00 Cairns Night Markets: 54-60 Abbott St, 4:30-11:00 Cooktown: Lions Park, 7:00-12 noon Formal Savvy: Masonic Hall, 8 Minnie Street, 9:00-12:00 Innisfail Lioness: ANZAC Park, 7:00-12 noon Kuranda Heritage Markets: Rob Vievers Dr, 10:00-3:00 Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets: 7 Therwine St, 9:30-3:00 Malanda: Showgrounds, 7:30-12:30 Mossman: St David’s Church, 7:00-1:00

Cairns Night Markets: 54-60 Abbott St, 4:30-11:00 Herberton/Wondecla: Wondecla Sports Ground, 7:00-12 noon Kuranda Heritage Markets: Rob Vievers Dr, 10:00-3:00 Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets: 7 Therwine St, 9:30-3:00 Mission Beach Markets: Opposite Hideaways, 7:00-12 noon Port Douglas: by St Mary’s Church, 7:30-2:00 The Pier: 1 Pierpoint Rd, Cairns, 9:00-2:00 Woree: Cannon Park, 8:00-1:00

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SPORT MOSSMAN LADIES’ BOWLS March 10th: Being Meeting Day the Social winners were picked this time by the highest score and they were: Barbara Withers and Christine Rowbury. Raffle won by Trish Arnold. March 11th. B Grade Singles. Trish Arnold and Margaret Smith resumed their deferred game with Trish being the winner. Next week she plays Honey C in the Final. Patrons Day is now on April 14th. Ladies, please have your name down to play on Thursday by 12:00pm and we play at 1:00pm. Bowls attire. A reminder that Trish Arnold is having her head shaved March 20th for the Leukaemia Foundation. Please support her or give a donation. Any ladies wishing to learn or improve their technique, free coaching is available. For more information contact Carole Maxted: caroles44bb@dodo.com.au or 0400 954 537. MOSSMAN MEN’S BOWLS Saturday March 12th: 30 Bowlers for Jackpot Bowls. Gerrard Beech, Doug Pitt, Steve Renton d John Cochrane, John Fleming, Bill Allison 24-23; Chris Payne, Terry Richards, Jim Geddes d Dave Blain, Wayne Parkes, Tony Kessler 24-19; Bernie Wolland, Jason Pearce, Troy Churchill d Peter Fairchild, Charlie Toohey, Peter Worley 23-18; Col Widdows, Derek Franklin, Joe Girgenti d Dave White, Peter Gorsuch, Bernie Savage 24-15; and the winners for the day, SAS, George Wilmot, Gordon Henderson d Bruce Lester, John Hocking, Daryl Hoskins 32-17. Sunday March 13th: In the Club Championships, in the A Grade Singles, Chris Payne d Dave (Kiwi) Beaumont 26-18; Greg McLean d Gerrard Beech 26-10; and John Cochrane d Col Widdows 25-8. In the B Grade Singles, SAS d Dick Pitt 25-12. Social Bowls this Thursday March 17th: Names in by 5:00pm for a 5:30pm start and 7:45pm finish. Social Bowls is open to all members and including anyone wishing to give bowls a go for the first time. A great evening for new bowlers. Cost is $10 and includes an after-game snack. To register ring the Bowls Club on 4098 1434. Jackpot Bowls this Saturday, names in by 12:00pm with card call at 12:45pm for a 1:00pm start. Club Championship games this weekend, Saturday March 19th, in the Pairs: Kel Cunningham, Gerrard Beech vs John Cochrane, Ranald Edwards and Peter Fairchild, Peter Worley vs Mick Frese, D Pitt. In the B Grade Singles, Saturday 9:00am Chris Payne vs Bill Allison. Friday March 25th in the B Grade Singles Bruce Lester vs Steve Cue and Sunday March 27th: Peter Busch vs Greg McLean. Members are reminded to review the noticeboard for scheduled Club Championship games. Nomina-

tion forms for District Pennants (1st & 2nd Division) and the Tablelands Side for the Northern Challenge Cup are posted on the noticeboard. ATHERTON GOLF CLUB Tuesday March 8th: Summer of Golf Stableford won by Ross Ellem 38 pts; 2nd Bruce Jenner 37 pts on countback from Don McHardie. Best Lady Lily Schiller 29 pts. NTPs 9 D McHardie, 11 Irish. Wednesday March 9th: The Carrington Hotel s/ford: Winner: Russell (Pup) Hilder with 36 pts; R/up: John Dunne with 34 pts. Pin shots 9 Steve Roberts and 11 Nick Smith. Sporters 13 Hole Stableford: 23 players but only 4 finished because of the 22mm downpour. Winner battling through the rain was Kev. Morris 29 pts; R/up: Greg Brown 21 pts; 3rd: Max Martin 20 pts. NTPs 3 Kev, 11 Swifty; Least putts K Morris. Thursday March 10th: we had 18 ladies brave the heat to play a s/ford. Winner: Kerry Williamson with 34 nett; R/up: Gail Gard. This pair are starting to make a habit of this. Pin shots went to 3 Cheryl Piccone, 9 Ann Moss and 2nd shot on 18 Amber Barker, in the hole. Next Thursday is a stroke sponsored by Robin Beck. Friday Trinity Petroleum 8 Hole Chook run had another good field. Winner: Al Flory on 19 pts; R/up: Luke Parnell 18 pts; 3rd Swifty 18 pts. Saturday March 12th: Turner Shield sponsored by the Kairi. Ladies Winner: Sandra Watson with 39 pts; R/up: Liz Brown with 36 pts. Pin shots went to 3 R Beck, 9 and 2nd shot on 18 S Watson and 11 S Broadley. Men’s comp had 66 players and overall won by Brett Seawright with 41pts; R/up: Bill Denmark 39pts on a countback from Dan Ardley and Scott Whybird. Next week Irish Stableford (Teams of 4) in honour of the esteemed St Patrick. MAREEBA BOWLS CLUB Tuesday nights: Barefoot bowls 6:00pm weather permitting. Wednesday March 9th: 3 Bowl Triples/Pairs played on the carpet green: Winners: Bob Pitson & Yvonne Vogler. Thursday March 10th: 4 Bowl Jackpot Pairs: Winners: Bob Pitson & Sue Soda; Best 2nd game: Ethel Thompson & Enid Leonard. Saturday March 12th: A social game of fours was enjoyed by 64 players to honour Col & Sue Brady, who have been members of the Mareeba bowling community since their teenage years. Col & Sue have retired and are having a tree change to Burpengary. Winners: Barry Lynne’s team; R/up: Berto Srhoj Jnr’s team; 3rd: Judy Rick’s team. Encouragement award Berto Srhoj Snr’s team. Real winners will be Burpengary as champion bowler Sue Brady moves from Norths to Souths. Tuesday March 15Th: 9.00am Ladies and Men’s club championship pairs round one. Great

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entertainment for anyone wanting to come and watch. Monthly meeting Thursday March 17th 9:00am. Play under the shade on our carpet green for perfect bowling conditions. Beginners and new players all welcome. For information and nominations ph 4092 5288. SILKWOOD BOWLS CLUB INC Barefoot Bowls Friday Nights: What a wonderful night for our First Friday Night Barefoot Bowls for the year: Bowls, Sausage Sizzle, Music & Fun was had by all. This will happen every Friday Night from 5:30pm to 9:00pm, Sausage sizzle at 6:30pm. If you haven’t played before no worries, we have members available to help assist you. Contact 0475 759 808 to register your interest for catering purposes and all other enquiries including costing for families. Wednesday March 9th: A game of pairs with Team Brian Brooks & Lee-ann Mayell defeated by Team Barry Green & Rex Williams 16 to 34. Bowls Social Days: Social Days are Wednesday and Sunday with sign on 1:00pm and start at 1:30pm. Covid Restrictions: Proof of double vaccination is needed for all bowlers and guests on entry. Masks will no longer be required from 4th March 6:00pm. The club has recently changed its phone number, ph. 0475 759 808 or you can follow us on our Facebook page. EDGE HILL MEMORIAL BOWLS CLUB Ladies Social Bowls: Thursday March 10th: Winners: Beth Gray and Elaine Whitehead; R/up: Trevor Browning and Jill Alexander- Sachse. TFNQDLBA Triples cancelled but will be continued at a date to be advised. Put names for Social Bowls by 2:30pm for a 3:00pm start for Thursday March 17th. Men’s Mixed Social Bowls: Tuesday March 8th night: Winners: Fran, Jenny and Frank. Wednesday March 9th night: Winners were Lou, Greg and Frank. R/U: Ray, Kay and Brenton. Saturday March 12th: Social bowls cancelled due to excessive heat. If you are looking for a game at Edge Hill, put your names down by 11:30am for Saturday March 19th social bowls. Club Events: Check the Notice board for all games to be played in the “A” and “B” Singles. Nomination for Club Events in Pairs, Triples and Fours will close soon so check notice board for final draw information. Social bowls continue Tuesday (Day and Night), Wednesday night Triples and Saturday social. To play social bowls at Edge Hill this week put your name on the lists available behind the bar for a game. Contact Ray Webster 0402 182 230 for assistance if the club is closed otherwise ring the Club 07 4053 1036.

MARLIN COAST BOWLS CLUB INC Tuesday afternoon Men’s Triples: Winners: Brad, Brett, Ross; R/up: John, Paul, Giles. Tuesday Night Bowls: Spider: Rod, Michelle, Gavin, Mick, Stuart, Jen, Paper, Mick 2, Julia, Atsuko. Wednesday Mixed Bowls: No results. Thursday Men’s Triples: Winners: V Still, G Reynolds, N Robson; R/up: O Morley, E Parkes, C Scott. Saturday afternoon Walking Pairs: Winners of Winners: Steve, Mick; Winners of Losers: Dave, Eddie Club Championships: Monday evening Happy Hour: cheap drinks 5:00pm-6:00 pm. Tuesday Afternoon men’s triples: 1:00pm start, dress optional. Cards called at 12:45pm Tuesday Night Bare Foot Bowls: be here by 5:30pm for a 6:00pm start. Sausage sizzle + bowls and cash prizes. A fun night for all levels of bowler. Wednesday Ladies’ Bowls, gentlemen invited: 1:00pm start, dress optional, cards called at 12:45pm Thursday Morning 3 Bowl Pairs: 8:30am start, Sheet out. Thursday Men’s Triples, ladies invited: 1:00pm start, dress optional. Cards called at 12:45pm Friday Night Prize-a-rama, Gold Rush, 100 Club, Meat Tray Raffles, Draw Starts 6:30pm. Saturday Jackpot Walking Pairs: 1:00pm start, dress optional. Cards called 12:45pm Sunday happy hour 4:00pm till 6:00pm. All bowlers, non-bowlers and tourists welcome. Bowls available free, ph. 4057 6931. Note: All social games played, cards are called 15 minutes before start. Club championships to be played: Check boards for play by dates for Championship games. Like us on Facebook. Special Events: Raffles Friday night also trivia starts again. Men’s Classic March 19th/20th. WEST CAIRNS LADIES Wednesday March 9th Social scroungers: Winner: Liz; R/ up: Marg. All the ladies had a great fun afternoon. Thanks to the ladies from Marlin Coast Bowls Club for a great day on Sunday. Wednesday March 16th Social bowlers as usual if any lady or man wishes a game of social bowls under cover, give Liz a call on 0400 626 765 names in by 10:30am game starts 11:30am finish about 2:30/3:00pm everyone must sign in and be double vaxxed. BYO lunch. Ladies, please keep checking board for any games that you might be in or any that you want to play in. West Cairns Ladies will be running a Easter Raffle, tickets on sale at bar or from Liz and Marg. Good Bowling to All. WEST CAIRNS MEN Tuesday March 8th: Winners: Des Kennedy, Jim Sach, Rob Moody; R/up: R McCallum, T

Johnson, J Bent. Thirsty Thursday: Best players: Dennis Williams, Wagga, John. Friday Night Scroungers: Winner: Mal Taylor; R/up: Geoff Rawley. Sunday March 13th: Winners: T Hamilton, S Weston, S Willliams, Fordy; R/up: E Harris, A Paraha, Johno J. Club Championship Pairs: Boris, A White def B O’Shea, T Johnson 26-9. I wish to apologise for not thanking Westco Motors for their sponsorship on the weekend of March 5th/6th - without you this weekend would not be the success that it is so Thank you. WEST CAIRNS TPI MEMORIAL BOWLS CLUB INC Despite heavy showers in the morning, our game proceeded last Monday with sixteen players participating. It was unusual for many of the players to be selected in four teams of four players with only the use of two bowls allowed. However, because of the weather was not improving, it was decided to call a halt half an hour early at 4.00. The winning team was skipped by Gavin Nicholls with

players John Frisch, Norma Wright, and Tony Simao. Our next game should be held on next Monday commencing at 1:30pm and finishing at 4:30pm. Cards are called at 1:15pm. Names should be forwarded to our selector Rosemary on mobile phone 0409 624 623 as soon as possible or added to the list available inside the West Cairns Bowls club clubhouse. Our bi-monthly committee meeting is to be held before the game commencing at 11:30am to which all committee members should attend. Registered players from any club in any area can come and join us or the game as the green is covered and can be electrically lit if the need arises. Even though we had showers during the afternoon we were not hindered by the rain which did not blow in the sides of the green. Our game is held in a mixed and friendly manner without the worry of being not being a first-grade player. Although many of our players are advanced in age, we would welcome bowlers of any age to visit the club on any Monday and see us in action.

Mossman Bowls Club celebrates Harmony Week

By Isabella Guzman Gonzalez Harmony Week is a celebration of Australia’s cultural diversity and a time to reflect on what we can do to be more respectful and inclusive of all cultures and ethnicities. The Mossman Bowls Club wants to join in this celebration of diversity and support young Indigenous athletes while doing it with an event on Sunday, March 20, with live music, raffles, and a fundraiser. General Manager of the Mossman Bowls Club, Greg Potter, said they want to embrace Harmony Week and support inclusivity. “We’ll have The Kurranji Country Band from 3 pm to 6 pm; that’s our main event to get people exposed to Harmony Week,” Mr Potter said. “We’re doing a fundraiser for the Mossman Sharks, our local rugby league team, and the money raised will go to the local Indigenous kids, the Junior Sharks, to buy gear and equipment for them so they can participate in the league. “Mossman Bowls Club

wants to play a part in Harmony Week and be inclusive of all cultural backgrounds. “We have a high population of Indigenous people, and we want to get them involved and be more inclusive.” Indigenous kids from varied age groups at the Mossman Shark Juniors will benefit from the funds the Mossman Bowls Club gather on Sunday. “We’re just trying to get kids who may not be able to afford to play to help them with gear and get them comfortable playing with a new pair of boots or a new uniform,” Mr Potter said. “It’s an open event; we’re hoping to see around 80 people coming along. “So come along and have fun with The Kurranju Country Band and help support the Mossman Shark Juniors and celebrate diversity with us.” The Harmony Week Event at the Mossman Bowls Club will happen this Sunday, March 20, from 2 pm to 6 pm. It is a free event, and everyone is encouraged to join the celebration.

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Douglas club breaks the stigma around mental health

(L-R) Chairperson U3A Port Douglas Lynnette Percic, Reception Manager at the Tin Shed Kimberley Gordon, with General Manager at the Tin Shed Kyle Livingston working on the Griefline project

DOUGLAS Shire not for profit community and sports club, the Tin Shed, has ventured into a wellness and mental health project with Griefline to support people in the community who are experiencing grief, loss or feel isolated and need a safe and confidential space. Griefline has been operating in Australia for more than 30 years. It provides free and confidential counselling and support to people experiencing grief and loss, including regional and rural areas. Tin Shed’s General Manager, Kyle Livingston, said the pandemic brought to light many issues within the Douglas Shire community. “When I talked to local police, local members of the area and residents, they said that as the pandemic started, police are only getting call outs for mental health and domestic violence,” Mr Livingston said. “Being a small town, people

struggle with opening up, especially to our local GPs, because they do run into them in the street or the shops five minutes after a discussion that might be very difficult to have. “And if I was in their shoes or one of my family members needed the support, I’d like to know that it is available. “I was in touch with one of the directors of Griefline, and I think it resonates with our area. “So, I asked him a million questions to find out how we can get involved, what options they offer for people in the Douglas Shire.” Mr Livingston said he wants people in the Shire to know that more confidential resources are available to them that will allow them to seek help. “Griefline has a 12 step ‘Care to Call’ project as part of their service, but you need to fund that service to have it as a resource,” he said. “We funded the Douglas Shire,

so anyone in 4877, 4873 (postcodes) region or anyone who’s a resident of the Shire has the option to sign up or be referred to a 12 step program for free. “I just want people to be able to open up and speak to someone, feel safe in everything they need to talk about and hopefully get more people back involved in the community, especially our ageing population.” The Griefline services are now available for all Douglas Shire residents; Mr Livingston said people could sign up online. Their postcode will determine their accessibility to the program. “We started in late January; our first volunteers were taking calls, and they are specific for our region,” he said. “The people you are speaking to are trained in what’s going on in FNQ and what groups they can refer you to. “Currently, we have two or three people undertaking the program, but we have availability

On March 5 and 6 the Cairns Junior Squash Championships were held and our local players competed against players from across the Northern Region. We had competitors from Townsville and Ingham attend the event and after a great series of games the results are in: Doubles 2nd-Toby Trewern & Daniel Yanez 1st-Sophie Fadaely & Chloe Baxter Novice 3rd-Jaryn Snelling 2nd-Will McGlinn 1st- Andrew Duffield Girls U9 1st-Chloe Baxter Boys U9 4th-James Black 3rd-Ethan Ackroyd 2nd-Daniel Walter 1st-Grayson Coleman Girls U11 2nd-Emily Walter 1st-Chloe Baxter Boys U11 3rd-Grayson Cole 2nd-Cameron Ackroyd 1st-Kai Dumbleton Girls U13 2nd-Jasmine Dumbleton 1st-Claudie Burger

Tin Shed Regional Manager Kyle Livingston said mental health services should be a must for the Douglas Shire community

By Isabella Guzman Gonzalez

2022 Smithfield Dental Cairns Junior Squash Championships

for more. “We just want to make sure people can sign up and use the service because I think it should be an everlasting resource for our region.” Mr Livingston said that the goal is to support a community that struggles with talking about mental health. “We’re more vulnerable than a lot of places; it has a lot to do with the remoteness,” he said. “I think a lot of people assume they don’t have the option to speak to someone or they don’t see the need for it because someone might find out and they might judge. “So, it’s about breaking down the stigmas more than anything.” Douglas Shire residents struggling with grief, loss or isolation can participate in the ‘Care to Call’ 12-step program for free; visit https://griefline.org.au/ and apply.

Boys U13 3rd-Kai Carter 2nd-Cameron Ackroyd 1st-Aiden Stroud Girls U15 3nd-Kara Nash 2nd-Jasmine Dumbleton 1st-Hayley Menta Boys U15 3rd-John Morris 2nd-Sherief Kabay 1st-Liam Fascetti Girls U17 1st-Kate Butcher Boys U17 3rd-Jack Nash 2nd-Lachlan Erba 1st-Josh Porter Girls U19 3rd-Kiara Stubley 2nd-Sophie Fadaely 1st-Kurstyn Mather Boys U19 3rd-Hayden Reynolds 2nd-Lachlan Erba 1st-Josh Porter

Photo Cameron Ackroyd in action

QLD School Sports Trials - March 23, 2022

The Queensland School Sports Squash event is being held in Cairns this year at the Genesis Sportsworld Complex. Cairns Squash is encouraging as many participants as possible to attend the Peninsula Team trials and, as part of this encouragement, over the next two weeks, Cairns Squash is providing free group training organised by our accredited coaches to new participants. No commitment is required and court hire, rackets, balls and eyewear is all provided. To participate in this event email Peninusla Coach Mary-Anne Zahnow at: mzahn6@eq.edu.au

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TALENTED FNQ INDIGENOUS GIRL

recipient of soccer program scholarship

Ella Buie is the winner of the 2022 JGFA Scholarship for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children - Image Supplied

Jamie Gosling Football Academy (JFGA) announced the latest recipient of Far North Queensland’s first soccer scholarship program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. The 12-month scholarships are valued at $1,000 each and see local Indigenous footballers aged 6 to 14 years offered free elite coaching and mentoring at the region’s number one soccer academy. The program, which is celebrating its fifth year, has already seen 11 Indigenous children successfully complete the scholarships, based at Holloways Beach Sporting Complex. One of the previous scholarship recipients – Julianna-Bree TalbotCooke – has had an incredible start to her 2022 season, having played for the Australian Indigenous Koalas football team and moving to Brisbane to play for the Under 23 Peninsula Power NPL side. This year, the chosen player from 18 applicants was 11-year-old Ella Buie, sponsored by Roy and Vandama Jindal from Cairns Dental Boutique. JGFA Director of Football Jamie

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Gosling said Cairns Dental Boutique has been kind enough to sponsor the program this year, giving Ella the chance to learn and improve at the Academy for the year. “We’re thrilled to be able to offer this opportunity for junior Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander football players in the Cairns region,” Mr Gosling said. “We’ve already seen this year a significant improvement in Ella’s play and confidence. “I’d like to say a huge thank you to Dr Roy and Vandama at Cairns Dental Boutique (Edge Hill) for coming on board as program sponsors and helping to make it happen for amazing kids like Ella. “We’re also hoping to attract extra sponsors next year, so we can provide more Indigenous players with the chance to train and play at a higher level. “When I’m at Endeavour Park on a Saturday watching junior games, I always notice how many talented Indigenous players I see playing football.

“Often, these children are not offered the same development opportunities other children are through academy programs such as JGFA. “JGFA’s mission is to develop these young players with extra specialist coaching for the ultimate benefit of their local clubs and FNQ football in general. “We want to develop them as individuals and ultimately strengthen junior soccer in the region. “Through this exciting scholarship program, we can offer soccer-mad Indigenous children the chance to develop their game like never before. “We will be looking to expand the program in the coming years,” he said. Parents, guardians, coaches, and community members are encouraged to send in applications for interested children for its 2022 program. For further information about the JGFA Indigenous Scholarship Program, visit: www.jgfa.com.au/indigenous, email info@jgfa.com.au or call Mr Gosling on 0450 181 626.

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