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The World Day of Prayer

supported the women of Slovenia

A CONGREGATION of 67 gathered at St Alban’s Anglican Church in Innisfail and 50 members gathered at the worship centre in Mission Beach to take part in World Day of Prayer service with Slovenia as the country of focus.

Members of the churches who attended their respective sites participated in readings throughout the service.

The World Day of Prayer is an international ecumenical Christian laywomen’s initiative.

It is run under the motto ‘Informed Prayer and Prayerful Action,’ and is celebrated annually in over 170 countries on the first Friday in March.

The movement aims to bring together women of various races, cultures and traditions in a yearly common Day of Prayer, as well as in closer fellowship, understanding and action throughout the year.

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COMMUNITY NEWS CCIN Editor’s Column Sari Hyytinen Sit back and enjoy life!

It has been a week of organizing; both in my business and in my personal life. I am very impressed with myself when I remember to complete for other people what I have promised to complete. I am equally impressed with people who make promises and keep their promises.

The challenge of modernity is time! We have too much to do and when do we find the time

just to sit back and enjoy life?

The greatest challenge of my TBI is my memory and I have probably mentioned this before… It becomes glaringly obvious when you are faced with the challenge of having a dodgy memory how important memory is.

Especially in my case where I have been trying to start a business and trying to work on making the business function in ways that a newspaper in Tully

hasn’t previously. I am trying to embrace technology and I hope that I am able to take on the challenge I have set for myself.

I also have goals on things that I would like to see accomplished for my community as we face the challenge of the new digital era. The main challenges are wanting to shop on line instead of going to the local store.

I get scared that I am not able to complete the goals I have set out for myself and my business.

It is amazing how busy we can all get and how easy it is to drop the ball on things that we would like to accomplish.

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The World Day of Prayer

supported the women of Slovenia

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This year prayerful support was directed at two million inhabitants of the central European country of Slovenia which is surrounded by Italy, Austria, Hungary, Croatia and Adriatic Sea with this year’s theme ‘Come Everything Is Ready.’

The country of Slovenia was established on June 25, 1991 on the breakup of the Socialist Republic of Yugoslavia and is now a democratic parliamentary republic led by a prime minister and elected representatives. In 2004, Slovenia joined both NATO and EU with the Euro adopted in 2007.

Slovenia is famous for its mountains and

natural forests which are filled with many birds, wild animals and rare and endangered species, as well as ski resorts and pure lakes, underwater limestone cave systems and is a leader in ‘green tourism’ caring for the environment in sustainable ways.

However, Slovenia faces many challenges as jobs are low paid so young workers leave the country for better opportunities. The Global Financial Crisis (CFC) of 2008-09 severely damaged its economy.

Housing is expensive, pensions are low and many women are working full time whilst caring for family. There is a very high rate of

suicide, drug and alcohol abuse and hurts and injustices from the previous Yugoslavia era remain.

While unemployment is high, the situation is showing signs of improvement and education is compulsory and free for those aged between six and 15.

The congregation also listened to the ethnic backgrounds of Slovenia. They were taken to their communities and listened to their concerns. They learned about the challenges faced in their everyday lives which were weaved into prayers.

Members of attending church congregations speaking about their own experiences of the experiences of people from the Slovenian community.

Wendy Lusted host at the Worship Centre at Mission Beach.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Talent on display at Mission Arts FOCUS Photography Exhibition Opening Night and Awards MARIA GIRGENTI

OVER 130 people attended the FOCUS Photography Exhibition and Awards at Mission Arts on Saturday evening which was officially opened by Cassowary Coast Regional Council Mayor John Kremastos.

This year’s exhibition attracted 90 entries both locally and Townsville and prizes were presented in 10 categories: animals, portrait, black and white, built environment, RAW (unedited), seascape, landscape and youth (under 18) with a special judges’ and hanging team award.

The People’s Choice award for the photo with the most votes will be drawn at the end of exhibition, as well as the winner of the raffle for a framed art photo donated by Trish Andrews of Cassowary Photographics.

Judges Trish Andrews and Mark Langtry said there was some beautiful work submitted which really made judging difficult for them. For those who did not win an award, both judges said they were very impressed with the submissions and all

entrants should be extremely proud.

The Judges’ Award won by Troy Kapea from Tully titled ‘Forgotten Child’ was a standout and both myself and Mark were totally drawn in by the three photos. The lighting, expression on the little girls face, tones, mood, the single flower, focus and composition made them brilliant shots all round.

Congratulations to this year’s winners: Animals - Kerry Rockemer Black and White - Maureen Carthy Built Environment - Paul Whittem Hanging Team Award - Sally Badcock Landscape - Shane Ross Portrait - Julie Devery RAW (Unedited) - Jenny Potts Seascape – Shirley Collins Youth (Under 18) - Alexis Sharp Judges’ Choice - Troy Kapea A special thanks to the generous support of all sponsors, in particular major sponsors: Bendigo Bank Mission Beach, Dominic Mobbs, Mission Beach Real Estate, DCP Con-

structions, CONUS Business Consultancy Services, Art Print Frame, Mission Arts, Mission Beach Raw Materials, Tropical Vet Services and Mission Beach Interiors.

A judges’ feedback and commentary of the entries in the FOCUS exhibition was presented by Mark Langtry which provided photographers with insight, tips and tricks on improving their work.

Comments by the judges on winning entries included excellent composition and design awareness, image simplicity, sharpness, focus, as well as great technical competence through colour balance, contrast, shadows and highlights which allows the viewer to see and ‘experience’ the subject or event being photographed.

Anyone who missed opening night, can still view the exhibition which will be on display daily from 10:00am 2:00pm until April 17. Entry is free so pop in and check out the amazing images by some of the region’s most talented upcoming photographers and cast a vote for your favourite photo in the People’s Choice award.

Wink writers group making plans

SARI HYYTINEN

LICUALA Wink enjoyed catching up again for their regular monthly meeting. After the group had shared the recent writings with the ten members of the group in attendance on the day the discussions turned to future event. It has been a goal of the group to attend a workshop with a well-known writer to learn.

“We are hoping to have a

workshop with Kate Forsyth.

She is a well-known Australian author and poet. Children’s writing as well as adult fiction and she is an expert on Fairy Tales and she is publishing a book soon,” said Jacque Duffy Coordinator of Wink Writers Group.

There is a lot that can be learnt when given the opportunity to attend workshop. Jacque recently benefitted by a workshop for children’s books

author where she learnt fifteen ways, she could infuse her children’s books with humour.

“Kate’s writing takes many forms. As an eclectic group of writers all of us will get insight into being creative and putting words together that will interest readers and keep them glued to a page,” said Jacque regarding coordinating a workshop presented by Kate Forsyth for the Wink Writers group.

Members of Wink Writers group in attendance at Shanti last Saturday morning.

What’s happening at the Tully Nursing home?

TULLY nursing home has had a good week where residents were able to participate in cooking. Once a month the residents get together to prepare, mix and bake biscuits that they can enjoy for their afternoon tea. Both our ladies and gents enjoy par-

ticipating in this. And as you can see some can get very creative in their decorating not to mention the biscuit sizes.

The spring Colours can now be enjoyed by residents and guests all year around. The finished painted timber cut outs

look fantastic against the blue on the outside wall. We would like to thank Mission Beach Trivia Club for their very kind donation of paints, enabling our residents to enjoy colour all year round in our garden, even on rainy days.

Shane Ross, Troy Kapea, Paul Whittem, Sally Badcock, Julie Devery, Kerry Rockemer, Maureen Carthy and Jenny Potts. Absent: Shirley Collins and Alexis Sharp.

Tame the Tully subcommittee meeting Attendees at the Tame the Tully subcommittee meeting last Wednesday event February 27.

The flowers recently donated to the Tully Nursing home by the Tully Men’s shed have finished being painted.

If there is an event CCIN should cover, please call us and keep us informed.Thanks SARI HYYTINEN THE subcommittee for Tame the Tully are producing results.

At the last meeting there was a draft version of a brochure printed up for the subcommittee members to see. This is the handout that will be given to visitors of the region when they arrive for the World rafting event in May. The brochure will be part of bags local businesses can contribute to that will be given out that will contain dif-

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ferent items from different business from around the region.

The bags will showcase what is on offer in the Cassowary Coast for visitors to our region.

Local business will be able to advertise their establishment on the brochures and the visitors touring the region will be able to enjoy what is on offer at the different businesses advertised on the brochure.

Local Business will be able to purchase shirts that the Tame the Tully sub-group have cre-

ated. The T-shirts have been designed to showcase our local area to people who would like to tour our region. After the Tame the Tully World rafting event Red Bull defiance race 2019 in August and September. The Red Bull Defiance 2019 event is considered to be the most challenging adventure race in the southern hemisphere. The Cassowary Coast is on its way to host adventurous experiences for people who enjoy sport.

COMMUNITY NEWS

Cardwell’s Iconic Croc Killed in Meunga Creek MICHELLE JENSEN AN estimated 4.7m crocodile known locally as “Bismarck” to Cardwell residents and tourists was killed recently in Meunga Creek in what appears to be a careless attack.

Local fisher and charter operator Ryan Moody said he went to see for himself if the famous croc was really dead after hearing of the crocodile’s demise. Sure enough he found the large crocodile near the mouth of Meunga Creek with two splits that appeared to be bullet holes in the back of his head.

“One of Cardwell’s tourism icons has been lost, he was a good size and locals and tourists loved seeing him cruising up the beach. He was often seen patrolling Meunga and the northern beaches,” said Mr Moody.

“The problem in Cardwell is that Bismarck was so well behaved that people are complacent. We could see another more aggressive crocodile move in now. There’s been a big grey one seen near the marina and two dogs have already gone missing there recently,” he said.

It is understood that the incident has been reported to the Department of Environment and Science (DES) and local Police and is being investigated.

Three saltwater crocodiles sighted at the Hinchinbrook Harbour marina in December were also reported to the DES Crocwatch hotline and have been earmarked for removal after being assessed as problem crocodiles, with at least one already removed on December 21 last year.

A local commercial fisherman said he had seen a trap set in the Hinchinbrook Harbour marina last week but it was removed during Tuesday February 26. “There’s been a few small crocs in the marina lately and the bigger onelocals called him Fluffyseems to have gone and might be the one they removed.”

A saltwater crocodile was also sighted in Vipiana Drive at Tully Heads on February 18 and was reported to the Crocwatch hotline.

A DES spokesperson said, “On 18 February, a member of the public reported a small crocodile in a billabong on their property at Tully, near Vi-

piana Drive. Recent warning signs were installed, and wildlife officers provided Crocwise messaging. As the crocodile is under 1m and presents a very low risk to the community, a trap will not be deployed.”

This follows a separate sighting in December last year of a problem crocodile in the Tully River which was also reported to the Crocwatch Hotline.

“After recent flooding eased in the Tully River, a trap was installed upstream of the Tully Bridge to catch an estimated 2m crocodile. Once the animal is caught, it will be placed with a suitable farm or zoo,” said a DES spokesperson.

He said that under the Queensland Crocodile Management Plan, the Tully River is within Zone C (Targeted Management Zone).

“This means that any crocodile that is two metres or greater in length, or any crocodile displaying dangerous behaviour, is targeted for removal.”

Local ecologist and Cockatours Tour Guide Brian Ross said the recent sightings are a good reminder for people to be Crocwise. “Be obser-

vant, check for warning signs, ask the locals and check for croc slides on the bank….a croc attack happens in seconds and you can’t know if they’re there.”

Mr Ross said that breeding season occurs between October and March. “Males being territorial will be defensive of territories from other males. This could extend to boats, canoes or people. As nesting occurs in the later months, females become incredibly protective of their nests, often in brackish water areas.

Stumbling across a nest could be risky, but is pretty uncommon.”

Crocodiles play an important role in the ecosystem as top predators. “Without those top predators, the ecosystem could collapse,” said Mr Ross. “As their numbers increase, our interactions may become more frequent, which is why it’s important to remember to be Crocwise.”

For more information on how to be Crocwise visit www.environment. des.qld.gov.au/wildlife/ livingwith/crocodiles

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Investigations were conducted in all Blenners Transport Depots and at levels of employment;

from Casual Forklift Operators to Executive Management and Blenners would like to thank all of the team for their cooperation with the authorities at a time that was difficult for all the staff involved in Blenners transport.

The team will continue to grieve for the two men who passed.

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COMMUNITY NEWS If you have an idea for a VOX POP question please email them through to info@ccin. com.au Cassowary Coast Regional Council Regional Arts Development Fund

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The Mission Beach Community Association’s AGM Report

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THE Mission Beach Community Association (MBCA) Annual General Meeting was held at the Mission Beach Resort on Tuesday February 12.

Office bearers elected were President Pete Faulkner; Vice-President Michael Johnson; Secretary Jane Coward; Assistant Secretary/Community Liaison Officer Truus Biddlecombe; Minutes Secretary Wanda Lowe; Treasurer Helen Roberts; General Committee Members Peter Heywood, Warren Giffen, Les Douglas, Jenny Potts.

At the AGM Deputy

Mayor Cr. Kimberley responded to several submitted questions: * Long-term contractual arrangements would likely inhibit any near-term extension to the opening hours of the transfer station at Wongaling. * The first stage of the Clump Point boat ramp upgrade should begin at the end of February and while commercial operators have negotiated access arrangements during construction Council was still considering sites for recreational users. * The report on legal fees requested by Cr. Nolan in November 2018

would not be made public. Notwithstanding that legal costs for the Toogood matters have now reached into the hundreds of thousands Cr. Kimberley claimed Council had a “100% strike rate� and had “won every single case�. * Despite the Council October 2016 resolution, Cr. Kimberly could not explain why no Council meetings were scheduled for Mission Beach during the first 6 months of 2019.

However meetings would be held in Kurrimine and Cardwell. There was no explanation why the mayor cancelled the second of his advertised ’Meet the

Mayor’ appointments at the markets. He believed that this should not have been advertised in the first instance. * He believed the establishment of the Community Engagement Group promised by the Unity team at the previous election is underway. * Meetings with stakeholders in Mission Beach (north) regarding the new Strategic Plan focussing on upgrades to the Village Green were proceeding well. A draft for community consultation would be released soon.

Relocation of Mission Beach Vehicular Access to Beach

DOMINIC MOBBS

NOW that Cassowary Coast Regional Council has leased the caravan park at Mission Beach to commercial operators it is necessary to relocate the current beach access there

for launching boats.

This will enable the park operator to properly secure the area and minimise public liability risks.

The launching point is currently located directly in front of the caravan park.

Council at its February 14 meeting resolved to move the access point for vehicles and trailers to Porter Promenade in front of Boyett Rd and provide widened beach access with a ladder.

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ble to the general public and commercial operators would need a permit to use.

How this would be policed was not explained.

Youth of the Year night

MISSION Beach Lions and Lioness were very proud to host the Club Judging for the Lions Youth of the Year on Saturday February 23 at Mission Beach Resort. Where Seven students competed for inclusion in the zone judging to be held in March.

The successful students were Daniel Pontil (to represent Mission

Beach Lions) Zoe Kelly-Verity (to represent Mission Beach Lioness) Ashlee Watson (will represent Tully Lions) and Jessy Walmsley (will represent Tully Lioness). A variety of subjects were discussed. The discussions where varied.

Respecting youth, gender pay gap and body image were part of the discussions. These are relevant

subjects of this day and age!

Judges had a hard task to make decisions after the impromptu speeches.

The students were asked to speak on a subject they have not learnt before and to speak for two minutes.

Students had a steep learning curve regarding public speaking and presentation which was led by their mentor Marc Dress-

ler.

Mission Beach Lions would like to thank the judges, students and the supportive parents and friends who attended the event. If you would like to be part of our organisation, please contact missionbeachlions@gmail. com

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COMMUNITY NEWS

The Cassowary Coast Business Women’s Network gathered at Castaways Resort and Spa

Candice Thorley from Candice Thorley Photography and Jasmine Porteous the General Manager of Castaways Resort and Spa.

“IT was a fantastic evening for the Cassowary Coast Business Women’s Network (CCBWN) for their second event of the year held at Castaways Resort and Spa,” said Tania Steele the Secretary of the CCBWN. The gathering was held last Tuesday February 26 with just under 40 members of CCBWN and their guests attending.

The attendees were able to enjoy a presentation by the Resort’s General Manager & Tourism Award Winner Jasmine Porteous. Jasmine shared her inspirational story.

She journeyed from chef to General Manager. She then gave the network an

update on tourism news in the region, touching briefly on the upcoming International Tully Rafting Championships.

The next networking event for the CCBWN will be held at Hotel Tully on Tuesday, 26th March. Where it is felt that it will be timely to go more in depth about the rafting event held in Tully between the 13-20 May 2019 and the benefits the event will have for the community.

Richard Blanchett, Tourism Co-Ordinator for the Cassowary Coast Regional Council will be sharing news about how to become great ambassadors for the region at this

Putting up the flag for Red Cross Calling

MARCH 1 saw the start to Red Cross Calling.

Members of our local community volunteer to knock on the doors of residents holding Donation Boxes that community members can contribute.

The goal is to raise much needed funds for the local community.

The Red Cross assist the community through many avenues. They have Community services: For older people, NDIS services, Mental health services, Homelessness services, For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, For people in the justice system. They help

in preparing for emergencies, Looking after yourself, Recovering from emergencies, Resources to help you. They help migrants in transition: Emergency relief help, Find My Family: Restoring Family Links, People in detention, Trafficked people, Asylum seekers

Red Cross Calling is a major national fundraising campaign that has been running for over 69 years. Red Cross Calling goes from March 1 and ends on March 31. Make sure that you keep cash on hand that can be donated to a worthy cause.

exciting event!

Hear more details about what’s planned, where to get information and reference materials and how we can all contribute to the success of

this international event happening right here in our backyard!

Please see the CCBWN website www.ccbwn. org.au for full details to join as a guest/member or

contact President Kerry Clow on 0428 158 945 or Secretary Tania Steele on 0448 250 499.

All new ladies welcome!

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Tully and District Orchid Society

WHAT’S ON AT THE TULLY SUPPORT CENTRE? Explore, Develop, Where: Tully, InnisGrow fail, Mission Beach and Where: Tully Support Cardwell Centre Adult and Child counWhen: Tuesdays selling, court support and 9:30am – 11:00am assistance.

See the value of posIf you or someone itive engagement with you know is experiencyoung people in your ing DFV please call 4068 care, access parental sup- 1004 to make an appointports and connect social- ment or call DVconly with others in caring nect on 1800 811 811. roles. For parents and Remember if you are in carers in our community. danger dial 000.

All children must be fully supervised; morning Tully District Knittea provided. ting, Craft and Crochet Group New evening CroWhere: Tully Support chet Group Centre Where: Tully Support When: Monday’s Centre from 1:00 to 2:30pm When: Tuesdays, Great people, fun, sofrom 6pm cial afternoon.

Would you like to learn how to crochet in The TSC is funded by a casual/relaxed atmo- the Queensland Governsphere? ment and services comThen come join us. munities throughout the Free Tea and Coffee Cassowary Coast. available.

The TSC is located at 54 Bryant Street in Tully, Tully Youth Centre opening hours Monday, Where: Mullins Tuesday and Thursday Building Tully Show- from 9am to 1pm & 2pm grounds to 4pm; Wednesday 9am When: Open Tues- to 1pm & 2pm to 6pm. day to Thursday from To register your in3:30pm – 6:00pm terest or get more info For all Young People about groups and other aged 10 – 17 years. Food services please call 4068 and Drinks provided, 1004, check the Tully come down and check it Support Centre online at out. www.tullysupportcentre. com.au or follow us on Cassowary Coast Facebook “Tully Support Domestic and Family Centre Inc.” Violence Service

D E N D R O B I U M Smillieae the focus of discussion at first meeting of Tully and District Orchid Society On Saturday the Tully and District Orchid Society held its first meeting for the year after their February meeting was washed out.

Attendance was good with numbers boosted by new members along with visiting Innisfail Orchid Club members.

Considering the weather the Cassowary Coast had experienced over the past three months, the number of benched orchids were high although quality was down.

After a year’s break, club members welcomed the move to individual training and troubleshooting with their individual

plants.

The new voting system which provides all members an equal chance to win commenced without too many hiccups and it was pleasing to see several novice members amongst this month’s winners.

At last year’s Cassowary Coast Orchid Expo in Innisfail several Dendrobium smillieae were benched. One particular plant owned by Ralph and Gloria Robertson of Harbour Line Nursery was such a stunning plant it sparked a renewed interest in this species.

Smillieae a native of this region is widespread and growing commonly on trees and sometimes rocks. Its primary growing areas were in woodlands, forest and rain

forest margins. It prefers trees which are exposed to sunlight and is commonly seen on trees such as Swamp Turpentine or Swamp Box. Smillieae, or commonly known as The Bottlebrush Orchid is found from Cape York Peninsula and as far south as Townsville, as well as other areas including Papua New Guinea and some Torres Strait Islands.

This orchid is classified as a hot to warm growing epiphyte and prefers elevations below 600 meters. Matured plants can grow into large clumps with stems over one metre long. The pseudobulbs are erect initially but become pendulous when longer. The flowering period is from August to November.

The inflorescences are short, up to 12 cm long, however they are numerous, densely packed and occur on the leafless pseudobulbs.

There is two colour forms, one with prominent pink colour on the base of the floral segment and the other with white

and green colouration.

The flowers of this orchid produce nectar and are pollinated by the yellow honeyeater, also known as the canary honeyeater. The birds hover in front of the flower while feeding on the nectar so it is a worthy plant to have in your collection.

The Smillieae orchid in red form.

with Katriina Hyytinen Hello When me and my grandchildren travelled to Uluru last year, we saw all kinds stuff!

In AILERON statues of family, In Wicliffe green people, And between QLD AND NT we saw dressed termite hills and we also clothed one of them.

So, if you have opportunity travel in the outback, DON’T HESITATE! Look around and see the beauty that is this vast country Australia.

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Advertise here Call 4068 0088 The Tully Horticultural and Garden Club Inc will be holding its next meeting for 2019 at the Blue Room at St Clare’s School in Mars Street, Tully on Saturday 9th March. The Club is very grateful for the use of the air conditioned facilities at this venue at this time of year and extends an invitation to all our members and visitors to atternd.

The meeting will commence at 1.30 pm and please remember to bring your own cup and a plate of goodies to share if possible. There will be a plant swap following the general meeting as well as giveaway cuttings and other items from members.

Our guest speaker this month will be Georgina Friend from the Electric Ant Eradication Program and I am sure it will be a very informative presentation.

Please don’t forget to leave a drop off and pick up area free for use by members who require that facility. Due to the recent weather events which could result in limited numbers and flooding of some areas, a guest speaker has not been arranged so any plants and flowers for Show and Tell and Question Time are very much appreciated.

The Tully Horticultural and Garden Club Inc Page 8 Cassowary Coast Independent News, Thursday, March 7, 2019

And remember eternity lasts a long time…

Blessings to you all.

Love Katriina

Do road rules apply to cyclist?

Jane Moran | Senior Constable | Cassowary Coast Crime Prevention

IF you are on a bicycle, it is important to remember that you are still bound by the general road rules as well as additional road rules specific to cyclists.

Cyclists can be issued traffic fines for riding through a red light, not wearing a helmet, or riding the wrong way along the street are among the most common traffic offences.

Always use your common sense, obey the road rules, and remember to regularly check your surroundings and the vehi-

cles around you.

Some of the penalties related specifically to cyclist include: • carrying more passengers than a bicycle is designed for; • failing to give way to pedestrians on a footpath or shared path; and, • failing to display a light at night or in hazardous weather conditions.

Cyclists who break these road rules will be given the same fines as motorists: • failing to stop at a red traffic light; • disobeying a ‘no U-turn’ sign at an intersection;

• failing to stop at a ‘stop’ sign at an intersection; and, • exceeding the speed limit in a speed zone by less than 13km/h.

As a motorist, it is important to remember that bicycles are much smaller than cars and trucks, so they are harder to see.

Check your blind spots before changing lanes, turning, or when you open your car door.

If it is safe, indicate and pass the cyclist at the minimum distance.

If it is not safe, slow down and wait until it is safe for you to pass. This should not hold you up for long and it could save the life of a cyclist.

You are allowed to

cross centre lines, including double unbroken centre lines, to pass a cyclist as long as it is safe to do so. If it is not safe to pass a cyclist, you must wait until it is safe to pass.

It is legal for two cyclists to ride side-by-side on a road, as long as they are not more than 1.5m apart.

If a cyclist is ahead of you and you want to turn left, turn behind the cyclist. Overtaking and cutting off the cyclist is very dangerous.

For more information on road rules specific to cyclists, please go to: http://www.qld.gov. au/transport/safety/rules/ nonpowered/bicycle/index.html