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WEATHER Tomorrow - Saturday Ingham Partly Cloudy 15 - 26 Cardwell Possible Showers 16 - 25 Tully Shower 15 - 24 Mission Beach Showers 16 - 23 Innisfail Showers 17 - 24 Babinda Showers 15 - 22 Saturday - Sunday Ingham Mostly Sunny 14 - 27 Cardwell Partly Coudy 15 - 27 Tully Partly Cloudy 14 - 25 Mission Beach Partly Cloudy 16 - 25 Innisfail Partly Cloudy 17 - 26 Babinda Partly Cloudy 15 - 24

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News In Brief Congratulation Oasis Coffee Shop Ingham THE team at the Oasis Coffee Shop have hit the 35-year milestone.

Oasis’s offers home style cooking and on their 35th Birthday Wednesday July 22 they offered 1985 prices.

The members of the Ingham community are looking forward to another 35 years of some of the best food in town to the Hinchinbrook electorate.

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Lions Club of Ingham QLD INGHAM Lions Club held their installation of this year’s executive dinner July 22.

The Hinchinbrook electorate would like to thank the organisation for the untold work it does for the community.

A sincere thank you to the outgoing President Angie Morris for service in 2019/20 and congratulations to this year’s incoming President, Thomas Bertocchi.

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New management: Mission Beach Aquatic Centre THE Mission Beach Aquatic Centre will re-open this Monday July 27, following the appointment of new management, and pending ongoing COVID-19 restriction advice, will remain open year-round with an extensive offering of new swimming programs.

Grimsey’s Aquatics have been awarded management of the aquatic facility, having successfully managed the Bowen Swimming Pool for the Whitsundays Regional Council.

Grimsey’s Aquatics was chosen by Council’s selection committee due to their ability to service the community by offering a sustainable year-round program and extensive swimming programs.

The business is owned by brothers Trent and Ridge who are highly accredited swim coaches and former Australian Swim team members. Trent is also a World Record holder for the English Channel.

“Grimsey’s Aquatics put forth a very solid tender based on their success in managing the Bowen Swimming Pool and plans to optimise the facility to its best possible use,” said Cassowary Coast Regional Council Mayor, Mark Nolan. “Based on their credentials we expect the Cassowary Coast community will greatly benefit from the range of programs which this new management will provide,” Cr Nolan said.

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appointment of the new management contract will more than make up for the inconvenience of the Centre’s temporary closure. “The Mission Beach Aquatic Centre is a much-loved facility with locals depending on it for therapy as well as exercise and recreation,” she said.

The Centre’s new manager Ridge Grimsey said Grimsey Aquatics is excited about the opportunity of reactivating the facility. “Our plan is to build on previous Squad, Aqua Aerobics and Learn to Swim programs as well as increase the number of daily hydrotherapy, recreational and lap swimming opportunities to the benefit of the community, ” he said.

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AURIZON has “no plans” to dismantle tank

COMMUNITY “Aurizon has no requirement for the tank as part of current operations. It does not have any plans to dismantle the tank but has previously offered to gift the tank to Council, recognising its historic significance to the community,” an Aurizon spokesperson said.

“Aurizon has disconnected all utilities and services to the tank and continues to maintain the site. The tank is located on Queensland Rail owned land.”

But calling the tank an “eyesore” and ruling out any hope of its restoration due to an advanced state of dilapidation, the Chamber said Aurizon has delayed the dismantling of the tank without good reason. The Chamber said the local MP, Shane Knuth, would be following up the issue with the State government through Queensland Rail, which owns the land the tank is on.

Babinda Picture Theatre to decide re-opening

THIS image is a Possible site of a new Babinda tank near the highway.

In response to last week’s story in the Wet Tropic Times on calls for the permanent removal of the old Babinda molasses tank, the company which owns the structure, Aurizon, said it still “would support the asset to be held by the community in the long-term.”

This is despite Cairns Regional Council and the Babinda Chamber of Commerce previously rejecting the offer by Aurizon for the community to take ownership of the tank.

They want the tank gone, and are looking at locations on the other side of the Bruce Highway for a new ‘iconic’ tank to attract visitors into the town.

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Ingham Raintree Community Market ON Sunday July 19 we presented Ingham Palliative Care ladies with a cheque for $1,050.

This money was raised from the stall fees at the market and over time it adds up. These ladies do a marvellous job supporting our local hospital in Ingham and we are more than happy to support them.

We also have Audrey’s Angels of Hope coming along with their coffee van raising money for their cause which is to support cancer patients and their families in the Ingham area.

Babinda Picture Theatre has said it will most likely decide on its re-opening date at the end of July, basing the decision on the latest updated Covid-19 restrictions for Queensland at that time.

The Theatre has been closed since March 11 due to the pandemic and has been hoping to re-open with the easing of COVID 19 restrictions, but because it has been unable to hire the movies for screening, the venue has remained shut.

However, Theatre owner Fred Lizzio said he will shortly look at setting a date to start screening movies to the public again.

Currently the maximum allowed into the Theatre if it were to reopen is 100 people, but that limit could well change again by the end of the month.

INGHAM MEALS ON WHEELS ROSTER FOR AUGUST, 2020

KITCHEN: R Marshall, R Phillips, D Sargent, T Furlan DRIVER/DELIVERY: L LaSpina-J Colson, D & M Bandiera, M Wardle-S Knight, J Stokes

WEDNESDAY 5 KITCHEN: R Marshall, V Hebbard, J Stokes, T Furlan DRIVER/DELIVERY: ROTARY, I & D & L Purdon, I Merritt

FRIDAY 7 KITCHEN: R Marshall, T Furlan, M Cominardi, M Wardle, S Knight DRIVER/DELIVERY: C Carey, M Moore-A Lynch, M & H Matthews

MONDAY 10 KITCHEN: R Marshall, D Sargent, R Phillips, T Furlan DRIVER/DELIVERY: NQIB, D Adams – S Lenti, I Merritt, J Henderson

WEDNESDAY 12 KITCHEN: R Marshall, T Furlan, J Stokes, M Girgenti

DRIVER/DELIVERY: ROTARY, L Sartor-S Celotto, C McLeod

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KITCHEN: R Marshall, C Amos, D Sargent, T Furlan, R Phillips

KITCHEN: R Marshall, N Marangone, T Furlan, M Wardle, S Knight

DRIVER/DELIVERY: G & G Cockrell, B Molachino-A Kemp, NQIB-D Marbelli, J & P McGregor

DRIVER/DELIVERY: J Armstrong-Y Oakes, F & J Boon, E Pelleri-E Cavalli

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KITCHEN: R Marshall, D Fenoglio, D Hatfield, L Overs, T Furlan

KITCHEN: R Marshall, T Furlan, D Sargent, R Phillips DRIVER/DELIVERY: M Moore-A Lynch, S Rutherford-J Hardwick, M Wardle-S Knight,

DRIVER/DELIVERY: ROTARY, C McLeod, I Merritt

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KITCHEN: R Marshall, B Craissel, M Cominardi, M Wardle, S Knight

KITCHEN: R Marshall, S Kemp, L Castles, C Lancini, DRIVER/DELIVERY: E Huddy-R Swarbrick, T Contarino-I Schifilliti, L Castles-R Guazzo

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DRIVER/DELIVERY: J Armstrong-Y Oakes, C Carey, I Adams

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KITCHEN: R Marshall, T Furlan, R Phillips, M Wardle, S Knight

KIITCHEN: R Marshall, D Sargent, R Phillips, C Amos, S Kemp

DRIVER/DELIVERY: HS COUNCIL, L Sartor-C Bain, D Girgenti-Zanakis

DRIVER/DELIVERY: C Bain, D & M Bandiera, J Armstrong-Y Oakes, R Leach

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Tully Grandstand project nears completion

The grandstand seats have now been installed as the $7.1 million Tully Multi-Use Sporting Complex and Grandstand project at Tully Showgrounds is nearing completion MARIA GIRGENTI CONSTRUCTION on the $7.1 million Tully Multi-Use Sporting Complex and Grandstand project is on the home stretch, after construction kicked off in January 2020 for the 600-capacity grandstand.

Things have really steamed ahead and the proposed finish date for the project is the end of July or early August. As of the end of last week, plumbing, air conditioning, electrical work and most of the painting had been completed.

In the next couple of weeks, the final additions such as disabled railing and installation of equipment in the bar area and kitchen will take place.

Matthew Vani, Project Manager of WIP Construction, said they were lucky in that COVID-19 pandemic had not caused any real delays.

"The weather was pretty kind towards the start and through the wet season as it was less than expected, however it has slowed things down towards the end with some more than average rainfall in June-July which has pushed the project back a few weeks," said Vani.

WIP Construction said it feels proud to have built the facility for the region and to have helped create an estimated 40 jobs during the construction phase through several local businesses which include: Far North Plumbing, IMEC (civil works), Tully Welding

Works (crane and machinery hire), North Queensland Skips, Tully Mitre 10 (hardware supplies), Hanson Concrete, Shamrock Quarry (raw material supplies), Jeremy Rodda Tiling (waterproofing works), Chris Fowles Solid Plastering (rendering), Australian Epoxy Floors (painting and floor coatings), Tully Office Supplies (printing services and stationery supplies) and Tully Pies food van.

Local accommodation has been provided for labourers with three concreters and one electrician staying at Tully Motel, three steel fixers at Tully Heads Motel and four block layers at Mission Beach Resort.

Since 2017, Cassowary Coast Regional Council has worked towards the construction of a new facility after the Percy Pease grandstand previously located in Tully Showgrounds was closed due to substantial deterioration in structural elements. It was demolished in January 2018.

The old facility had served the community well and was utilised by 19 different local community and sporting groups.

After much lobbying with user groups and community by Member for Hill Shane Knuth, the new facility became a reality.

Early momentum for the project was ensured by financial contributions by Tully Show Society, Tully Touch Football, Tully Rugby League and Tully Junior Rugby League, who put their faith in it going ahead well

before state and federal funding had been secured.

The new project is supported by the Palaszczuk Government with a $3 million investment through its successful $365 million Building our Regions funding program.

It will see a multi-use sporting complex, complete with a covered grandstand, canteen and kitchen, function room, change rooms, massage rooms, medical rooms, meeting room, bar area and rest-room facilities built at Tully Showgrounds.

The new grandstand complex has provided a welcome boost for the local economy, and the value of the project and high-class facility is expected to create long-lasting benefits across the whole of the Cassowary Coast region.

Once completed, it is anticipated the new complex will attract visitors to attend major regional sporting carnivals and year-round events in Tully.

The new three level facility will boast extra features, facilities and space to help make the grandstand even more of a community hub and will support live events, as well as sporting and major events.

While the Tully Show scheduled from July 24 -25, 2020 was cancelled due to uncertainty surrounding the current COVID-19 situation, the Tully and District Show Society is looking forward to returning in 2021 with a brand new grandstand.

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Letters to the Editor

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Social distancing means keeping at least 1.5 metres apart DAVID GARDINER QUEENSLAND’S comparatively low number of COVID 19 cases, along with strict border controls and checks, has generated a worrying complacency about social distancing which could lead to a devastating outbreak of infections anywhere, and not just in higher population centres. This indifference to the still very much present danger of COVID 19 is particularly evident in places including supermarkets, where often shoppers apparently in a hurry or simply not thinking about their actions, are failing to practice the social distancing (albeit self-regulated) rules which remain in place everywhere in public. With authorities largely leaving it up to the public to “do the right thing”, in many areas some people are clearly not. They are often being seen riskily brushing past others at close quarters in the aisles, well under the 1.5-metre minimum rule. Sometimes they ‘mingle’ next to the shelves or hold up shoppers by standing in one place chatting, causing others to come too close while trying to get around them. In other stores, we hear shoppers have had to remind others to keep their distance in checkout queues, even receiving an objectionable glare in return. Perhaps those flouting social distancing wrongly believe the provided hand sanitiser is enough to stop the virus spreading.

While the north and far north of Qld have had especially low numbers of COVID 19, it must be remembered that it only takes one undetected case to spark an outbreak and set off a spike in a local small community or town, with potentially disastrous effects. With more seasonal travellers now reaching the north again from states with much higher infection rates, the chances have increased of a case or two slipping through checkpoints undetected and ending up making close contact with an unsuspecting community member or groups of people in our regions. Before we know it, we could find ourselves with an outbreak or ‘COVID hotspot’ with harmful consequences for our local commercial centres and heavy pressure on the smaller, limited hospital and medical services in this part of Queensland.

The State Government’s COVID 19 restrictions state clearly: You must practice physical distancing as much as possible and: ● wash your hands regularly with soap and water, and use alcohol-based sanitiser ● avoid hugs, kisses and handshakes ● wherever possible keep at least 1.5 metres away, two big steps, from people you don’t live with.

Naturally because of the sheer numbers of the public out and about daily, and people mostly left to adhere to these restrictions on their own accord, the measures are difficult to police or monitor. But maybe there should be an easy way for individuals to report their experiences when they feel unsafe or inadequately protected in a particular place, through a hotline or app.

In the meantime, practising social distancing in the shopping centre, pub or anywhere in public takes little effort and if we are to remain virtually COVID-free, we must all do our bit to stick to the basic rules. Whether we like it or not, the reality of COVID 19 will be with us for some time to come and even though the risk for many of us in the north has appeared to have lessened in the short term, every venue where people gather in numbers remains a potential zone for the spread of COVID 19.

Submit your letter by email to: editor@ WetTropicTimes.com.au

Football Vs Corona Vs Qld REMEMBER not too long ago we all had to self isolate for several months to stop the spread of the Coronavirus from coming into Queensland? Well guess what, we did stop the virus and now all codes of Victorian Football clubs, and their families and fans will relocate to North and South Queensland for the rest of the season, and will more than likely bring the deadly virus with them, the same virus we fought and won not long ago. We have all been put at risk of the virus spiralling out of control again for 30 pieces of gold.

It makes a joke of all the isolation and loss we citizens and businesses went through to stave off the virus in Queensland to keep our citizens safe. Annastacia Palaszczuk has sold our clean state for a few pieces of gold, which will be delivered by the football mob. What happened to the social distancing Anastacia? Oh I get it. We just close our eyes to the new spread, and think of the new money the now ‘non-diseased’ tourists bring.

Lyn Muller, Innisfail

Pickleball - Exciting New Indoor Sport for Tully AFTER decades of attempting to play an outdoor sport, Tennis, in the 'wettest' town in Australia, we have finally been granted a reprieve with ‘Pickleball’, which we play in the Igloo in any weather.

“Pickleball is a paddle sport you can learn in minutes and play for a lifetime. It brings together elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis to create a sport that’s fun for all ages and skill levels. Whether you’ve been playing tennis your whole life, or you’re walking onto a court for the first time; whether you’re young, old, or in between; whether you’re strategic and competitive, or just want to get involved in something fun, social, or active… Pickleball is for you!” - from Pickleball Queensland.

Pickleball is presently taking the world by storm. Both Tully and Cardwell have clubs, and you can join in just about anywhere you travel. Cairns has two well-established clubs and Mareeba, Atherton and Malanda have Pickleball venues.

Tully/Mission Beach Pickleball Club plays in the Igloo on Tuesday mornings and Thursdays, when tennis is washed out, which is often.

Anyone is welcome to come along and have a go or pop in for a look. Everyone who tries Pickleball loves it.

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Centenary celebrations of El Arish Soldiers' Settlement

MARIA GIRGENTI

FOR the past few years, a team of El Arish Hall committee members have been working hard behind the scenes in preparation for 'From War Horse to Plough Horse' - Centenary of Maria Creek Soldier Settlement, later renamed El Arish with a special event to be held on Saturday, August 1.

Due to COVID-19, original plans for the centenary -- a children's fancy dress parade, dinner dance and

brunch -- had to be cancelled and celebrations scaled back.

The lower-key celebration will be attended by The Governor of Queensland, His Excellency The Honourable Paul de Jersey AC, who is patron of Queensland RSL and his wife Mrs Kaye de Jersey, patron of the Queensland Country Women's Association (QCWA).

Secretary Marie Carman said the committee were thrilled when in mid-June they received word the Governor and Mrs de Jersey would be attending.

"We are thrilled to have all 34 students of El Arish State School present to sing Waltzing Matilda as the Governor arrives."

The El Arish Soldiers Settlement, part of the Queensland WW1 Soldier Settlement Project, was established on August 1, 1920 with a little less than 4,000 acres of rainforest allocated by the Lands Department for the purpose.

Eventually 400 acres were cleared and divided into 20 farms of 10 acres.

El Arish is named after the watering hole in Palestine that assisted the Desert Imperial Force on their push towards Damascus. The town's eight streets are named after men who made significant contributions during and after the war.

Six streets have biographical signs named after Australian Army Generals, Chauvel, Glasgow, Monash, Ryrie, Royston and Wilson. Another is named after Lance Corporal Francis Paxton Martin, while Old Tully Road was renamed Millington Road as a tribute to Tasman Millington, superintendent of the War Graves at Gallipoli.

At 11.00am on August 1, official proceedings will begin at El Arish Cenotaph

Lance Corporal Francis Paxton Martin, supervisor of the Maria Creek Soldiers' Settlement at El Arish will be honoured on the day with the unveiling of a special plaque at the El Arish Cenotaph. Photo courtesy of the Martin family.

Park, including acknowledgement of the El Arish Cenotaph Refurbishment Project.

The project has been funded by the Queensland Department of Premier and Cabinet through Queensland Veterans' Memorial Grants Program Grant (QVMP) for $8,000, and a Cassowary Coast Regional Council Community Assistance Grant of $3,000 for two new flag poles and lights.

At the cenotaph, a plaque in honour of Francis Martin of the 11/13th Battalion and 6th Australian Light Horse Regiment in Palestine and Egypt, will be unveiled by his sons Paul Martin and David Martin OAM, a Vietnam War veteran.

Francis Martin established El Arish and was hugely influential in the town's development.

He supervised the The Maria Creek Soldier Settlement (1918-circa 1928) which provided soldiers returning from WWI with an opportunity to start a new life with a parcel of land to farm sugarcane.

The initial ballot of August 1, 1920 led to 72 soldiers receiving around 50 acres each. A typical soldier's cottage with an estimated cost of 265 pounds had a water tank and stove.

As part of the day, there will be a BBQ lunch at RSL Memorial Hall catered for by Tully CWA ladies as a fundraiser for them, and the El Arish Diggers Museum will be open.

Anyone is welcome to be part of the historical occasion and for catering purposes, please contact Secretary Marie Carman on 0438 288 412 (text message) or via email: carmfarm@yahoo.com.au.

Cassowary Coast Domestic and Family Violence Service (CCDFVS) Supporting women and children affected by domestic and family violence.

If you or someone you know is currently experiencing, or has experienced domestic and family violence, support is available.

The CCDFVS is able to provide: • Adult and Child counselling • Case Management • Court Support • Crisis Intervention • General Support • Assistance with DFV orders • Safety Planning and Risk Assessments • Assistance with security upgrades • Advocacy • Information and • Referral services

Services are provided in Innisfail, Tully, Mission Beach and Cardwell.

For more information or to see one of our Counsellors please call 4068 1004.

A typical soldier's cottage built at The Maria Creek Soldiers' Settlement at El Arish during the 1920s. Photo source: The Australian Sugar Journal July 6, 1923

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54 Bryant Street PO Box 212 Tully QLD 4854 Tel: 07 4068 1004 Fax: 07 4068 1620 Email: info@tullysupportcentre.com.au

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Mission Beach Wildcare Heads Rescue and Rehabilitation Our local Red-tailed Black Cockatoos have been with us here for quite some time now happily feeding on the abundant supply of trees that were re-established after cyclone Yasi in 2011.

Photo by Stephen McGuinness photography

stress facility on the Cassowary Coast. The facility is to provide care for bats, and any other animals that might need it. McGuinness said to stay tuned, as “there is going to be more news on that in the near future.”

CLARE WATSON SINCE 2002, Mission Beach Wildcare Inc. has been working day and night to provide care to wildlife of all kinds on the Cassowary Coast.

When asked what are some recent issues he has come across, McGuinness said that local cassowaries continue to have incidents with traffic. “One of the areas other than speeding that has come up is the actual feeding of cassowaries,” he said, “which can lead to them crossing roads and things more often than not, and that can result in them being hit.” He urges people not to feed cassowaries, as it only ends up doing them more harm than good.

Stephen and Sharon McGuinness, who run Mission Beach Wildcare, are at the forefront of an everyday battle preserving and caring for our varied wildlife.

“We are a registered charity to rescue and rehabilitate wildlife on the Cassowary Coast,” Stephen McGuinness said. “We have carers trained in pretty much everything.”

Mission Beach Wildcare looks after all animals they come across, from agile wallabies, bats, birds, bandicoots, to also helping with stranded marine animals in collaboration with the Cairns turtle rehabilitation centre. “If we can’t look after it, we will find someone who can,” McGuinness said. They have also become more involved in caring for sugar gliders and mahogany gliders, receiving training from Daryl Dickson, who is the local expert in that field.

Mission Beach Wildcare receives support from a large and passionate community on the Cassowary Coast. “People are caring, they check pouches and things like that.” The community is also very proactive

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in creating funds through the MAMs scheme containers for change. People donate their 10-cent refundable bottles, and those funds are vital to sustain the group’s activities. “The mission beach and cassowary coast community are great; they love their wildlife,” McGuinness said.

The Department of Environmental Science has awarded Mission Beach Wildcare a grant for a heat

If you come across a wild animal that needs care, don’t hesitate to call Mission Beach Wildcare’s 24/7 hotline 0439687272 which services the entire Cassowary Coast. If you are interested in becoming a wildlife carer or supporting Mission Beach Wildcare, look them up on Facebook and contact them for more information. “We would like to thank all our members for supporting us, not all of them can look after animals as they have lives of their own, and they are very supportive of the group, and we really appreciate their help.”

A rescued Turtle, photo by Stephen McGuinness Photography

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Finalists Chosen For New Grandstand Name CASSOWARY Coast residents are invited to share their thoughts on a name for the region’s most significant new asset, a multi-use sporting complex and grandstand located on the Tully Showgrounds.

Following a resolution of Council on 10 October 2019 to call for the community to put forward suggested names for the new grandstand, the Grandstand Naming Committee has convened and shortlisted nominations to the below options: - Tully Grandstand; - Tully & District Community Grandstand; and - Banyan Grandstand To help guide Council’s final decision for the Grandstand’s official name, all residents are invited to share which of these options is their favorite through an online

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survey, here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/38KBNWC.

Councillor and spokesperson for the Grandstand Naming Committee, Cr. Teresa Millwood:

In recognition of the significance of Percy Pease Grandstand which was demolished in 2018, the Grandstand Naming Committee has also resolved to have a plaque erected on the site which commemorates the history of the site which dates back to the 1930’s.

“We thank everyone who put forth their suggestions during our first round consultation period which was enormously helpful in understanding community sentiment toward this important decision.”

With completion of the $7.1M construction in its final stages, Council is on track to deliver the Grandstand on-time and on-budget with an expected opening due later this year pending COVID-19 restriction guidelines.

The Tully Multi-Use Sporting Complex and Grandstand is funded by the Australian Government’s ‘Building Our Future’ program and Queensland Government’s ‘Building Our Regions’ program.

Quotes attributed to Cassowary Coast Division 2

“Through those results it became clear to us that the name should not be accredited to any one single individual which is how we’ve decided on the three options.”

“This site is home to 19 local sporting clubs and organisations and has a strong connection with the community, so while we’re unveiling the new Grandstand later this year we’ll also be commemorating the old Percy Pease Grandstand in a plaque to share its history alongside the original naming sign.”

WIP Construction Site Manager Chris Morley gives a member of the local community a guided tour of the impressive new 600 seat facility at Tully Showgrounds

Tip of the hat to businesses backing farmers DURING July, which is Rural Aid’s month of thanks, the charity is shining a spotlight on the brands and businesses that quietly donate to Australian farmers throughout the year.

Rural Aid CEO John Warlters said that there are a large number of ways everyday Australians can sup-

port primary producers via organisations who donate a percentage of each sale to Rural Aid.

count. Whether it’s five cents or five dollars donated, we thank you for supporting these brands.”

“Day in day out, these businesses support Aussie farmers, so we like to make sure that Australians support these businesses in return,” Mr Warlters said.

Purchases of Woolworth’s Spring Water 24 packs, Nudie Fruit Juices, Capilano Honey’s Hive and Wellness packs,

Due for a new work kit? King Gee will kick in $5 to Rural Aid for each pair of tradie utility cargo pants purchased. Need new sunnies? Ugly Fish Eyewear see to it that Rural Aid receives $2 for each pair sold.

For the keen cook, Mr Warlters said you can help by buying flour and pasta through Good Harvest Co. Citybased residents can support by purchasing their fresh produce boxes from The Original Organic Co. Truth by Nature’s skincare and body products come with a donation to either rural counselling or hay distribution.

“At Rural Aid, we are fortunate to have had so many brands and businesses supporting us. Knowing who they are is a simple way you can make your next shop

bottles dropped at TORMA recycling centres, wedding specialists Bush Registry, and country designer Bandicute’s bee earrings all include a donation to Rural Aid. Get involved or find the list of our supporters at: www.ruralaid.org.au/retail/ “Especially at a time when financial uncertainty is very real, our donors and followers can continue to support our farmers just by doing their normal shopping, without having to commit a monetary donation that may not be feasible for many at this time,” Mr Warlters said.

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Friday, July 24, 2020

Tully Tigers Leagues Club back in business

We thank everyone for the support during the shutWE are finally back in business. It has been a long hard few months but we are finally open 7 days a week of- down. I know the pandemic effected lots of people in differing a social and safe place for all our loyal members ferent ways but due to the local support, we have manand guests. aged to get back up and running again. Some things We have been busy during the shutdown and have are slightly different at this stage, but we are just happy to be open and see our members back socialising. had the club painted and spruced up.

As you know we are a not for profit business and by supporting us we then support the local community including sports clubs, schools and other not for profit organisations. We have donated over $400,000 back into the local community over the 16 years since we opened which for a small club is quite an achievement.

We have most of our activities back up and running.

Members draws Friday and Sat urday at 7pm and Sunday at 1pm and 2pm. Raffles Friday and Saturday at 7.30pm. Bingo is back as usual Thursday and Saturday mornings and Twilight Tuesday plus Trivia is back 7pm Mondays. Poker will be back as soon as possible.

Come down and see our friendly staff because we truly have missed socialising with you all, but please don’t forget we have restrictions we have to adhere to, which are in place to keep both our patrons and staff safe.

To thank all our members for the continued support, we have decided to offer all members who were financial in 2019/20, one year free membership. You don’t have to do anything, just keep using your card as normal and we will update it on our system.

Thanks again and bring on a bigger and better year.

No 1 for Steaks Gourmet Rolls, Salads & Hot Dogs Cold Pressed Juices Office Catering available

PHONE: 4068 1180

Back in Business

Open 7am - 4pm Monday - Friday

CLUB OPEN 7 DAYS PER WEEK

Ph: 121 Edith Street, INNISFAIL

Gaming, Bar, Keno, Bingo & Trivia

4061 8664

Bistro Mon-Sat 12 - 2pm & 6pm - 8pm & Sunday 11.30am – 2pm

ALL BACK ON NORMAL HOURS We can’t wait to see you all again soon

$15 Meals – Monday to Thursday Nights  Monday Pizza /Pasta Night  Tuesday Parmi Night  Wednesday Roast Night  Thursday “One Night Only” Menu changes weekly

Lunch from $10 – Dinner from $15

BIGGEST BEST MEALS AROUND 5 Butler Street, TULLY Phone 4068 1044

Bunmee’s Thai and Aussie Kitchen

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TAKEAWAY – OPEN 7 am to 7.30 pm – 7 DAYS – Phone orders preferred 122 Kennedy Esplanade South Mission Beach PHONE:

4068 8503

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Innisfail netballers get in, play, get out MARIA GIRGENTI LAST Tuesday, Innisfail and District netballers returned to Bessie Spiller Courts for their first round of fixtures since mid-March after COVID-19 brought local sport to a grinding halt.

Radiant Life College and Sparkles Under 12 teams battle it out on court

Local netball fixtures returned to Bessie Spiller Courts last Tuesday with one of the games between Diamond Joeys and Good Counsel Primary Thunder Under 12 teams

President Christine Mayers said after such a long time all players are thrilled to be back in action doing the sport they love.

The association has been working closing under Netball Queensland with implementation of COVID Safe Plan to ensure the health and safety of players, volunteers and spectators.

There are some important points to follow relative to the Innisfail Association being able to Return to Play as per Stage 3 Field Team Sport and Netball Queensland guidelines.

The canteen will be open, EFTPOS is available and social distancing rules apply.

Spectators are welcome, however, 1.5m social distancing is required for all off court activity including players.

All spectators, volunteers and participants must sign in and out of the venue on competition nights and all training sessions. This can be done by QR Code scanning or a hard copy checklist and both of these options will be available at entry and exit points, score tables and various other points around the venue.

Team score sheets are sufficient sign in for umpires and players.

Players are asked to come 'ready to play' as a 'Get in, Play, Get out' protocol will be enforced where possible and at training sessions.

Drop off and pick up are encouraged when possible, and the back gate connected to Brothers car park will not be open.

Spectators are encouraged to BYO chairs and co-mingling is to be avoided wherever possible.

Bibs are not available for loan, so players need to supply their own.

There will be ample signage around the venue.

Everyone is urged to follow protocols as closely as possible to help keep a COVID safe environment by being responsible for their own actions and 'doing the

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right thing' to ensure the game will go on.

The association intends to proceed with a full season, and this will incorporate a Super Round weekend carnival in September in Innisfail.

Divisions have been renamed as normally a full round is played and then teams split into divisions, however due to COVID-19, divisions had to be split from the start.

Weekly fixtures will be played in 12 and Under, 16 and Under, Division 1 and Division 2.

Innisfail and District Association players will also be travelling to Cairns and Townsville in August and September to compete in representative carnivals.

Members are also looking forward to the official opening of new joint Innisfail Leprechauns and Innisfail Netball Callendar Park Amenities Block Project in partnership with the local community which includes female change room facilities, umpires and first aid room.

This project is proudly funded and delivered by the State government through the Activate! Queensland 2019-2029 ‘Activate Environments’ program, with financial contributions also made by Brothers Leagues Club Innisfail and Innisfail and District Netball Association.

Mayers said this is a great facility for local netball and rugby league which will benefit the whole community.

"The umpire's room means more space, and this will be for timekeeping during netball fixtures which is currently being done in the kiosk."

Net Set Go for boys and girls aged seven to 10 years to learn netball skills and game play in a fun environment is running every Tuesday from 5.00pm - 6:15pm and registrations are still open.

Registrations are still open for players in all divisions and for Net Set Go and anyone wishing to become involved can contact Christine Mayers on 0407 676 187, via email: president.idna@gmail.com and to access weekly draws and upcoming events can join the Innisfail & District Netball Association Facebook group.

Clancy victorious for second consecutive year at Good Counsel College swimming carnival MARIA GIRGENTI PRIOR to COVID-19 pandemic hundreds of students Good Counsel College took part in their annual inter-house swimming carnival at Innisfail Town Pool in a full day of competition and fun events which saw an outstanding display of student leadership and house spirit.

A special mention to staff and students who contributed to ‘Clean Up Australia’ by picking up rubbish up the streets of Innisfail as they walked to the pool.

Some students had never attended a carnival and swam for their house for the first time. It was a wonderful day and all the staff and students were thanked for their attendance and great organisation.

House themes on the day were Clancy Construction (hi-vis, hard hats etc), Mackillop Mad Romans (togas), Pol-

ding Patriots (Australiana - flags etc) and Marcellin Tropical (Hawaiian shirts) and each area was decorated by their respective team captains.

Extra points were awarded for house war cries, use of sunscreen, participation, positive sportsmanship, team spirit, costumes, best dressed house and cleanest and tidiest house and the total of these points determined the Spirit Cup winner.

Clancy House was the overall winner for the second consecutive year by over 500 points, followed by Polding, then MacKillop and Marcellin was last. Marcellin took out the Spirit Cup. Two records were broken by Year 7 students Eden Cini and Joshua Lowrey who added their name to the College's record books.

Age champion winners and runners up were as follows:

Good Counsel College swimming carnival age champions and runners up (photo taken pre-COVID 19)

Age champion winners and runners up

Boys Girls U12 (2008) Champion: U12 (2008) Runner-up:

Joshua Lowrey Zac Gracie

Eden Cini Vanda Bonello

U13 (2007) Champion: U13 (2007) Runner-up:

Kodi Worth Kai Westcott

Natalie Cook Amy Bensi

U14 (2006) Champion: U14 (2006) Runner-up:

Baylee Worth Jesse Catelan

Kari Cini Leah Peake

Boys Girls U15 (2005) Champion: U15 (2005) Runner-up:

Aidan Herbert Noah Maguire

Rylee Jones Sharni Edwards

U16 (2004) Champion: U16 (2004) Runner-up:

Ryan Pedrola Thomas Herbert

Erin Darveniza Tamsin Darven-

iza

U17-U19Yrs (2003+) Champion: Simeon Edwards U17-U19Yrs (2003+) Runner-up: George Burns

Jessica Magnanini Jorjah Paewai Karamaena

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Paws and Claws PAWS and Claws Animal Refuge is situated at 27 Downing Street innisfail.

Dave the manager has a history of dog training in the UK. His passion for animals led him to the current position.

At the refuge, along with a handful of volunteers, the cats and dogs that have been surrendered for various reasons are cared for.

Some animals come in and haven’t had a good experience but with the love and care provided they are rehomed to loving caring families.

We give all the animals a fighting chance of a happy life.

We recently had four 2-week old kittens surrendered. Dave and one of the volunteers have been hand raising these kittens and with two hourly feeds they are now four weeks old and doing well.

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REAL ESTATE

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Friday, July 24, 2020

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Mareeba workshop up for auction AN established industrial workshop is offered for sale by auction.

Centrally positioned within the established industrial precinct, the property provides high levels of exposure in addition to convenient access to surrounding industrial services.

The site comprises 4,047m2* of freehold land which houses a substantial industrial workshop plus extensions including partly enclosed side skillion with staff amenities. The balance of the property has metal clad sheds, concrete hardstand and security fencing.

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Location: 9 Reynolds Street Agent: Stacey Quaid 0418 773 258 Price: Auction – August 6, 2020

FOR SALE $320,000 49 Bryant Street, Tully

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Approx. 809m2 allotment in the main street. Three shops in this complex; previously utilised as a restaurant, café and retail outlet. Upstairs has been partly finished with two kitchenettes and a bathroom. There is potential to renovate and create a great investment property.

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This Beautiful four bedroom low set home is situated on approx. 2.5 acres, makes for the perfect family home.

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 Large modern well-designed kitchen with quality kitchen cabinetry + dishwasher

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 Pool deck entertainment  Live in a River Front apartment with a relaxing friendly lifestyle of leisure with full security and no maintenance Call Ronnie 0417 760 500 or Matt 0490 274 794 To arrange an inspection Today

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 Situated 20 minutes from Innisfail.

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UNIQUE PROPERTY! ON THE RIVER! SO MUCH POTENTIAL!

4,476 sqm  A beautiful natural rainforest block to build that dream home.  Set amongst spectacular fauna and flora, the block gently slopes back from the road towards your very own creek.  The property offers seclusion, has a 1,000 sqm site clearance approval, town water, electricity and a sealed road.  This stunning location with its fresh air and abundance of birdlife feels like a world away, but within minutes you are in the centre of Innisfail township.

Don’t delay! This block is priced to sell! $90,000 - List # 9661

3.19 ha  Only minutes from town is this 3.1 hectares (7.8 acres) of flat land with red soil, right on the Johnstone River.

Great views across to Bartle Frere and Bellenden Ker.  Two railway freezer carriages with 100 mm fully insulated floors, walls and ceilings magically converted into a pleasant living area and kitchen separated by a large undercover area leading to the bedrooms.  Town water, septic and power is already on the block.

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 3 large bedrooms upstairs. Open plan living with a lovely deck area off the kitchen.  Downstairs has 2 more bedrooms, a toilet and potential to develop self-contained living.  Newly painted exterior and lovely tropical easy care gardens. A perfect family lifestyle.  A larger than normal block that overlooks farmland, so no rear neighbours!

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Total Land Area: 87.88 Ha = 217.16 acres.  217 acres of lush Brachia and Guinea grass.  Natural springs and creek run through each of the three fully fenced paddocks.  Breathtaking views from many potential house sites.  Power runs past the front of the property.

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 Situated in the sought after suburb of Cullinane. Lovely executive home with 4 bedrooms. All bedrooms have built-ins, fans and air conditioning.  The large main bedroom has an ensuite and walk in robe. Both bathrooms are fully tiled to the roof the main bathroom has a bath tub.  Open plan living areas are tiled and the kitchen is modern with beautiful granite bench tops. A covered entertainment are overlooks the garden.  Solar panels help with the power and in the back yard there is a garden shed. The double garage has automatic doors and huge storage cupboards.

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DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL 4.87 Ha property bordering the Innisfail Airport with Airpark development potential and runway access (pending approval).

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There is 3 phase power at the house, bore and large shed with power and water.

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4 2 1 – 653 sqm “NEW TO THE MARKET” Words and photos cannot describe this fantastic location that has a very private and cozy aspect about it and a home with loads of 60’s charm

“OPEN FOR INSPECTION THIS WEEKEND BY APPOINTMENT” and absolute charisma... You will look forward to ceiling fans throughout, including the undercover going home to relax and enjoy its pure essence. entertainment area. Boasts polished timber floors, This solid and rustic red brick veneer home has two bathrooms, incredibly spacious and with lots four bedrooms and two living areas. A modern of area for the whole family. The large back deck is kitchen featuring a stunning rainforest timber just sheer joy overlooking rainforest which edges slab servery, has air conditioned living area and the South Johnstone River, so no back neighbours,

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5 2 – 506 sqm (Duplex)  Sports two separate units with a touch of old charm.  Five bedrooms + two bathrooms in total.  Unit one just recently renovated, plus a brand new kitchen.  Currently receiving a total of $325 per week for both units.  Exceptional rental yield of 10.5 %.  Plus, Two Street Access.

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 Close to schools, bike pathway and sporting facilities.

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very envious, plus it has its own bar. Downstairs offers opportunity for more family living area or space for a workshop. Also, just minutes walk away from a picturesque walking track with river views that leads to the Innisfail CBD. The Vendor is very motivated to sell and has priced this lovely home accordingly for a quick sale… $195,0000 http:// aarealty.net/property/1210/

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Friday, July 24, 2020

Single-use plastic ban a step closer

QUEENSLAND is a step closer to phasing out single-use plastic, with the introduction of a Bill in parliament last week.

Hinchinbrook MP Nick Dametto welcomed the introduction of the Waste Reduction and Recycling (Plastic Items) Amendment Bill 2020, which if passed, will ban straws, stirrers, cutlery and plates.

“Single-use plastics are a scourge on our society, clogging up our oceans and threatening marine life. With a range of better, biodegradable alternatives available, this Bill is a good, practical move,” he said.

The Bill also provides a means for more single-use plastic like coffee cups, polystyrene cups, take- away food containers and heavy weight plastic bags to be banned in the future, following public consultation.

Mr Dametto praised the advocacy of Hinchinbrook student Emily Walker in calling for the ban on single-use plastics as a Straw No More Townsville “StrawBassador”.

“Emily has been a passionate supporter of this cause and I was proud to support her efforts by arranging for her to meet with Environment Minister

Leeanne Enoch when parliament sat in Townsville last year,” he said.

“Everyone knows just how much of a scourge single-use plastic is on our environment, especially our oceans, and Katter’s Australian Party already strongly supports a ban on plastic straws. A single-use plastic phase out seems like the logical next step.”

Emily, 11, said she was honoured that Environment Minister Leeanne Enoch had “recognised all of the hard work that Straw No More has been doing”.

“I think it is so awesome that young people are being listened to by our leaders and taken seriously on issues that are important to future generations,” she said.

The youngster said she had received extremely positive feedback during her time as a StrawBassador.

“I think that people are really beginning to open their eyes to how damaging single-use plastics are to our planet,” she said.

Under the Bill, a start date for the ban would be no earlier than July 1, 2021, allowing businesses and the hospitality Hinchinbrook MP Nick Dametto with Straw No More Townsville “StrawBassador Emily Walker. industry time to source new products.

Katter demands Parliamentary Inquiry into Chinese Communist Party influence at UQ KENNEDY MP, Bob Katter will move for foreign influence in Australian universi-

Drew Pavlou who was suspended after holding a pro Hong Kong demonstration at the University’s St Lucia campus.

ties following the case of UQ student,

“The days of ‘visa shop universities’

a full-blown Parliamentary Inquiry into

are over; Covid-19 and Chinese intrusion have both destroyed this Ponzi scheme,” he said.

“This is an appalling case where an Australian exercising his rights, is bashed on an Australian University campus.

“The fact this has taken place at the University of Queensland – a sandstone university with a wonderful tradition – and that it has prostituted itself to this extent, demands a full and objective inquiry.

“We have not seen an aggression of this nature since the days of rampant communism. And the question that needs to answered; are we watching the re-colonisation of Australia? Australians

240 years ago did not have the perspicacity and cultural experience to realise their country was being colonised out from under them.

“Politicians are cowardly hiding in corners, protecting themselves from charges of racial discrimination, and this reminds us clearly that cowardice is one of the three factors in losing wars. The Chinese Communist Party if nothing else, has made no secret of the fact that with their ‘Belt and Road’ they intend to control the world. They won’t be controlling me; I’m an Australian. It would be nice if other Australians stood up.”

Mr Katter will move a motion at the next federal parliamentary sitting that the Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security carry out the Inquiry.

POLICE

Friday, July 24, 2020

CRIME WRAP July 17 DETECTIVES charge El Arish woman over heroin Innisfail detectives have charged a woman after she was intercepted while disembarking a flight at Cairns airport around 4pm Thursday afternoon. It will be alleged that she was in possession of eight grams of Heroin.

The 48-year-old El Arish woman was charged with possessing dangerous drugs (Schedule 1 drug quantity of or exceeding Schedule 3 but less than schedule 4).

She is due to appear in Innisfail magistrates Court

lin along with drug paraphernalia.

A 33-year-old Tolga man was charged with two counts of possessing dangerous drugs, and one count each of not being endorsed to possess restricted drug, possessing property suspected of having been used in the connection with the commission of a drug offence, possessing dangerous drugs (Schedule 2 drug quantity of or exceeding schedule 3).

He is scheduled to appear in Innisfail Magistrates Court on August 3.

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The scooter was at the Innisfail Skate Park on Fitzgerald Esplanade, around 5pm Friday afternoon, while the pictured BMX was located around 11am Sat-

July 19

Supervisor of a learner driver returns high drink driving reading, Babinda It will be alleged that a 51-year-old Babinda man returned a breath test reading of 0.196 BAC while supervising a learner driver.

Officers intercepted a Hyundai Accent on Grace Street around 10.30pm on Sunday night.

The man’s licence has been suspended and he is scheduled to appear in Innisfail Magistrates Court on August 17.

July 20

Youths charged with serious assault urday morning on The Corso, East Innisfail.

Policelink reminder 131 444 and other charges, Babinda Police have reminded residents, shop ownInnisfail

on August 3.

Heroin seized by police

Cassowary Coast CIB officer in charge Detective Sergeant Stephen Bull said that preventing this heroin from reaching Innisfail was a win for the community.

“Police believe this dangerous drug that is responsible for many overdose deaths and misery worldwide, was destined for the Cassowary Coast area,” Detective Sergeant Bull said.

“Any information from the public is most welcome to continue our efforts to target schedule 1 drugs in our community.”

Cassowary Coast residents are urged to dob in a dealer and can do so by either contacting Crime Stoppers anonymously on 1800 333 000 or via their website 24 hours a day, or complete the online form at: https:// forms.police.qld.gov.au/launch/ReportDrugDealer to report information relating to people who may be bringing harmful drugs into the local community.

Drink driving, Ingham A man has been charged with drink driving following a traffic intercept in Ingham on the morning of Saturday, July 5.

At about 1.07am, police intercepted the vehicle on Herbert Street as it pulled into a service station.

Police will allege that the man recorded a positive roadside breath test and was transported to the Ingham Police Station for further testing, where he recorded a reading of 0.171 per cent BAC. A 40-year-old Ingham man is expected to appear in the Ingham Magistrates Court on August 20.

July 18

Drugs located, Webb At about 6.30pm on Saturday night, police attended an address on Howe Street where it will be alleged, they located a number of drugs including Gamma-hydroxybutyrate (GHB), Heroin, Cannabis and Pregaba-

Two Innisfail boys aged 12 and 13 years old allegedly gained entry to a Tramway Street, Innisfail, address on Friday and Saturday.

It will be alleged that the boys gained entry to the address between 9pm on Friday night and 3am on Saturday morning and stole a quantity of cash from the elderly resident.

It will be further alleged the boys went back to the address around 8.30pm on Saturday night and while inside the address, they disturbed the elderly man and struck him on the face. The boys left the address with his vehicle.

The boys then allegedly evaded police a number of times before the vehicle was located around 11am Sunday morning in Ravenshoe.

It will be further alleged that the boys stole a Toyota Hilux from a property on David Mitchell Lane, Ravenshoe. That vehicle was located Sunday on Palmerston Drive and boys were later located at an Innisfail address. They were arrested and transported to Innisfail watchhouse.

The 12-year-old boy was charged with three counts of burglary, two counts of unlawful use of a motor vehicle, wilful damage and one count each of serious assault, public nuisance and evade police.

The 13-year-old boy was charged with three counts of burglary, two counts of unlawful use of a motor vehicle, and one count each of serious assault, and evade police.

Detective Sergeant Darren Padget is urging residents of Innisfail to lock up and look out.

“Crime in the district is often opportunistic, and includes offences that can be prevented,” Detective Sergeant Padget said.

“I urge all residents to lock doors, even while at home, and remove car keys from their vehicle.”

High range speeding offence, Rollingstone

A man has been fined after allegedly being detected travelling 130km/hr in a 80km/h zone on the Bruce Highway in Rollingstone on Saturday afternoon (July 18).

Officers from Ingham Police Station allegedly observed the Mitsubishi delica travelling at an excessive speed at approximately 2.38pm.

A 49-year-old Comoon Loop man was issued with an infringement notice for $1245 and 8 demerit points.

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Lost scooter, bike, Innisfail

Two items pictured were found around Innisfail in the last week and are now being kept at Innisfail Police Station.

ers and other callers about contacting the 131 444 number, rather than the Babinda Police Station, for any non-urgent reports.

The police station office is only attended by an administration staff member during four weekdays normally, and messages about potential crimes might not always get through in time for efficient and effective police response. This is because the office is attended Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and not on weekends.

If a message is left on the Station’s voicemail, for instance, after 4.00pm on Friday, it probably won’t be heard until Monday morning by which time, a police response might be too late to be effective.

On the other hand when a call is made to 131 444, messages about the crime or potential crime are immediately sent 24 hours a day direct to a portable device carried by the Police officer or officers on duty in the local area at the time, which means they have the best chance of responding to the call sooner and possibly preventing a crime or apprehending an offender.

What is a non-urgent report?

A non-urgent report is something that doesn’t require a police officer to attend to as a priority. These include: ●

Wilful property damage

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Break and enter

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Stolen vehicles

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Lost property (eg: lost phone,

wallet, jewellery, etc) When to use 000 If a crime is happening now, a life is threatened, or the offender is still in the area, call Triple Zero – 000.

Ingham man alleged to have choked pregnant partner A magistrate has slammed the alleged behaviour of a 30-year-old Ingham man accused of drunkenly assaulting and choking his eight-month pregnant partner.

Police allege the woman was pushed into a shed and car, that the man spat and screamed in her face while grabbing her by the throat and covering her airways.

On Tuesday, the Magistrates Court in Townsville heard the man's offending allegedly occurred in front of his young stepson.

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CSIRO TO SERVE UP SUSTAINABLE SOURCE OF OMEGA-3 OILS FROM THE SEA velopment of renewable and sustainable sources of omega-3 oils and other nutrients for which there is strong global demand,” Dr Lee Chang said.

CSIRO Coasts Research Director Dr Andy Steven said investment in the blue economy could create new industries for Australia.

AUSTRALIA’S national science agency, CSIRO, will use new technology to produce omega-3 oils from ocean microbes, offering an alternative to sourcing it from wild fish and creating new economic opportunities from the ocean.

CSIRO has signed an 18-month partnership agreement with Brisbane-based company Pharmamark Innovation to develop omega-3 oils, proteins and bioactives from marine microorganisms.

The partnership aims to unlock significant economic potential from a novel source of protein and omega-3 oils and will contribute to Australia’s growing ‘blue economy’ target of $100 billion annual revenue by 2025.

The products will aim to boost the nutritional value of a range of food and beverages, beginning with the $89 billion global baby milk formula market.

RIGHT: CSIRO Research Scientist Dr Kim Lee Change led the multidisciplinary research effort to develop fish-free omega-3 oils.

Image: CSIRO CSIRO Research Scientist Kim Lee Chang, said the omega-3 oil was sourced from microorganisms found in the ocean, building on CSIRO’s expertise in identifying and developing new sources for omega-3 oils such as engineered canola.

“Our science is underpinning the de-

“Collaboration between science and industry is central to realising sustainable economic opportunities from our oceans and driving innovation in the blue economy,” Dr Steven said.

“Supporting food security and global health while helping to grow Australian industry is a win-win.”

Pharmamark Innovation CEO Guy Drummond said one of the aims was to deliver sustainable opportunities for a global market.

“This science-industry collaboration has the potential to generate a unique industry based on growing global demand for clean, green and healthy nutrients for people and animals,” Mr Drummond said.

“These proteins and omega-3 oils are vegan and environmentally friendly.

Their production will be safe, and cost

effective, with the ability to bring the proven benefits of nutrients like omega-3 oils to many more people.”

RIGHT: Omega-3 oils are being derived from Thraustochytrids, a marine microorganism, to boost the nutritional value of food and beverages.

Image: CSIRO/ Dion Frampton Omega-3 fatty acids are important for good health, assisting with brain and eye development and cognition, particularly in early childhood, and may help to decrease the risk of cardiovascular diseases, neural disorders, arthritis, asthma and skin diseases in humans.

Omega-3 oils are traditionally sourced from wild fish stocks and ocean krill, which are under pressure globally. Minor sources are from nuts and seeds, and oils from flaxseed, soybean and canola.

CSIRO’s new technology cultures and extracts omega-3 from specific strains of unique and endemic thraustochytrids, a marine microorganism.

This marine-sourced omega-3 is part of CSIRO’s portfolio of research identifying alternative products to improve human and animal nutrition.

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With so many new and newer varieties now available (18 in 8 years) there are plenty of choices and they all have different germination and harvest time characteristics.

Greg Shannon

To make the choices easier we have variety guides.

IT is planting time in Tully and despite the recent wet weather some planting has occurred. Generally though most planting will happen after the “show weekend”.

Sugarcane is planted as billets or “setts”, small pieces of cane usually about 150-200mm long that have one or two “eyes”. These eyes germinate when in contact with the soil and reproduce the new shoot which emerges through to the soil surface. A root system also develops from the billet. This whole process depends on many factors, ranging from the depth the cane is planted, the variety, the moisture levels and temperature of the soil. Soil temperature needs to be more than 17 degrees Celsius for the eyes to germinate. If the soil is too cold, the billet needs to stay intact until it warms up.

The big question though is which variety to plant?

Firstly the SRA Wet Tropics Variety guide is an excellent publication which covers off on how a cane variety handles various pests and diseases and has some general information on germination success and harvest times.

Then to make it easier for Tully growers we augment this guide with a local variety guide based on the local data collected from our Tully Variety Management Group (TVMG) sub district trials, which focus mainly on germination success and harvest times.

In some cases the recommended harvest times for new varieties differ for each sub district which is to be expected since we test them at the sub district level with variations in soil type, rainfall and topography.

In days gone by when only one variety was released every one or two years, the industry worked out these harvest time variations over a crop cycle of 5-6 years but since 2013 we have tried to fast track this process

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through trial work to two-three years.

The latest Tully New Variety Guide was released in May and is available online and includes harvest times and soil types for each Tully sub district of all varieties released since 2013.

In addition we are now rolling out on farm variety plans to help growers work out what to propagate up for planting over the next 1-3 years.

To do this TSL works very closely with TCPSL and SRA. In fact the new TCPSL manager, Peter Sutherland has brought a wealth of knowledge in this area which is adding greatly to the work.

What we strive for is to provide growers with the right information on the right variety to plant so that we don’t have the situation where a new cane variety is being ploughed out at 2nd ratoon because it isn’t suited to a particular sub district.

We try to find this out long before the grower invests time and money.

For more information on variety planning or our local variety guides, call TSL on 0400 586 968 or TCPSL on 0429 022 702.

MILL STATISTICS ACROSS THE REGION SOUTH JOHNSTONE MILL Cane Crushing Statistics

for 2020 Crushing statistics for Week 4 ending Sunday, July 19 2020 Crushing Weekly Season to Season Date Total Tonnes Cane Crushed 67,899 CCS Season estimate

11.76

154,626 11.35 1,433,500

Tully Sugar

Cane Crushing Statistics for 2020 Crushing statistics for Week 5 ending Friday, July 17 2020 Crushing Weekly Season to Season Date Total Tonnes 94,388 402,040 Cane Crushed 735 Tonnes Cane 748

Crushed / hour CCS

Season estimate Balance to crush

11.90

11.49 2,400,000 1,997,960

HERBERT RIVER Cane Crushing Statistics

for 2020 Crushing statistics for Week 4 ending Saturday, July 18 2020 Crushing Weekly Season to Season Date Total Tonnes Cane Crushed 168,792 CCS Season estimate

11.55

543,180 11.24 4,160,000

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FUNERAL NOTICE

BIRTHDAYS

HOOPER - Richard Noel ‘Noel’ of Orbost, formerly of El Arish.

Passed away peacefully at Orbost Hospital, Friday July 17th, 2020, aged 80 years. Loved husband of Lorraine. Adored father of Darren (dec.) and Wayne. Special grandad of Riley Darren Hooper.

We currently have a position available for a SERVICE SUPERVISOR. Applicant must be available early mornings, nights and weekends. Previous experience necessary.

Please email cover letter to accounts@tullyiga.com.au Applications close 4th August, 2020.

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Beloved Wife of Rowan (dec). Loved Mother and Mother-In-Law of Wade and Gail, Deborah and Neil. Cherished Grandmother of Adam, Richelle, Wanda and Grace. Loved Great Grandmother of Tayla, Khali, Tyler, Hayden and Tristan.

All Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend a Funeral Service for Honour commencing at 1.30p.m., Monday, 27th July, 2020 in the Chapel of Blacks Funerals Crematorium, 18 Scullen Ave., Innisfail.

Funeral Home – Chapel & Crematorium Bronze Plaques – Funeral Bonds 18 Scullen Avenue Innisfail (07) 4061 6806 66 Butler Street, Tully (07) 4068 1188 Members of the Australian Funeral Directors Assoc.

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Aged 90 years. Late of Cardwell Formerly of South Grafton, N.S.W.

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to our baby boy Riley Stephenson for TOMORROW!

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Due to COVID-19 restrictions, Noel’s funeral service will be private.

THOMPSON, Honour Pretoria

Happy 4th Birthday We love you so much. Love from Dad, Mum, Brock, Dallas, Grandparents, Aunties, Uncles, Cousins and Friends xx

Your body may be gone but your soul will be in our hearts forever

ASHTON, Gregory Maxwell (Greg) Aged 82 years, Late of lnnisfail.

Beloved Son of Jack and Jane Ashton (both dec). Loving Brother of Dulcie Barnes, June Smout, Geoffrey Ashton and their Families.

Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend a Funeral Service for Greg commencing at 3.30 p.m Monday 27th July 2020 in the Chapel of Blacks Funerals Crematorium 18 Scullen Avenue, lnnisfail

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Beloved Wife of David, Loved Mother and Mother-in-law of Cameron, Jason and Jamie, Andrew and Alison.

Cherished Grandma of Lilliana, Jordan, Jacob, Isabella and Koby.

Loved Daughter of Jim (dec) and Beryl.

Due to current restrictions the Funeral Service for Sheryl will be by family invitation only. The Service will be Live Streamed at 10.00 a.m. Thursday 30th July 2020 from St John’s Anglican Church.

Tully. The service can be viewed at ww.blacksfunerals.com.au/live service.

Servicing the Cassowary Coast for Three Generations

AMENDMENT NOTIFICATION NOTICE GIVEN UNDER THE PLANNING ACT 2016

Far North Queensland Regional Organisation of Councils (FNQROC) has undertaken a review of the REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT MANUAL. This provides a comprehensive set of guidelines for carrying out various civil engineering works and is a policy, design criteria or acceptable outcome in planning schemes within the local government areas of: Cairns Regional Council (Cairns Plan 2016, Planning Scheme Policy - FNQROC Regional Development Manual), Cassowary Coast Regional Council (Planning Scheme 2015, Planning Scheme Policy SC6.3), Cook Shire Council (Planning Scheme 2017, Planning Scheme Policy SC6.1), Douglas Shire Council (Douglas Shire Planning Scheme 2018, Planning Scheme Policy SC6.5), Mareeba Shire Council (Mareeba Shire Planning Scheme 2016, Planning Scheme Policy SC6.5), and Tablelands Regional Council (Tablelands Regional Council Planning Scheme 2016, Planning Scheme Policy - PSP4).

The purpose of these amendments (referred to as Issue 8) are to ensure the Regional Development Manual continues to be functional and up to date and to provide a consistent set of standards. The Regional Development Manual will be of interest to all consultants and contractors who carry out engineering works within, or for, these local government areas. Details on the proposed amendments, explanatory statement and any further information can be obtained from your relevant local government, http://www.fnqroc.qld.gov.au, or by contacting: FNQROC Regional Strategic Infrastructure Coordinator, Lachlan Rankine Phone: 07 4044 3684 Email: l.rankine@fnqroc.qld.gov.au Any person may make a submission regarding the proposed amendments. To be considered properly made, the submission: a) is signed by each person (the submission-makers) who made the submission; and b) is received during the consultation period which commences on 22 July 2020 to 21 August 2020; and c) states the name and residential or business address of all submission-makers; and d) states its grounds, and the facts and circumstances relied on to support the grounds; and e) states 1 postal or electronic address for service relating to the submission for all submission-makers; and f) is made to the Far North Queensland Regional Organisation of Councils Submissions can be lodged in the following ways: Mail: Regional Strategic Infrastructure Coordinator FNQROC PO Box 359 CAIRNS QLD 4870 Email l.rankine@fnqroc.qld.gov.au

TENDERS

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TENDERS

FLOWER, Sheryl Mavis Aged 69 years, Late of Bulgun, Tully

PUBLIC NOTICE

Request for Tender: COW000012 – Register of Prequalified Suppliers for Plant and Truck Hire & COW000013 – Register of Prequalified Suppliers for Trade and Technical Services

New suppliers are invited to tender for the above existing Register of Prequalified Supplier contractual arrangements in accordance with the existing tender documents which are available via the LG Tender Box website at www.lgtenderbox.com.au.

These tenders are invited under Chapter 6 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, section 228 (7) relating to changes to tenders which may be applied.

The conditions applicable to this invitation are contained in the “Request for Tender” documents.

Submissions must be lodged via www.lgtenderbox.com.au by no later than 10:00 am (AEST) on Monday 17 August 2020.

The Principal may extend the closing date and time at its discretion.

James Gott Chief Executive Officer

PO Box 887 Innisfail QLD 4860

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PUBLIC NOTICE Department of Environment and Science

Community Announcement Date: 24th July 2020

Smoke from Maria Creek Planned Burn – Maria Creek National Park The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) will conduct planned burn operations within the Maria Creek National Park in the Murdering Point area near Silkwood during July-December.

The aim of this burn is to reduce the volume of forest fuels and to create a mosaic pattern of burnt and unburnt areas.

This will help reduce the intensity of any subsequent wildfires, and provide favourable conditions for natural forest regeneration.

Smoke can decrease visibility on the roads, so it is important that motorists drive safely to the conditions.

For more information, please call the Innisfail office of QPWS on 07 4061 9853.

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Pathology Specimen Collector Flexible Part Time – Tully

Applications are invited for a Part Time Pathology Specimen Collector to join the Cairns team.

Based out of Tully, applicants must have well developed interpersonal skills and a commitment to patient care and customer service. The successful candidate will have neat and professional presentation, effective written and verbal communication skills, and the flexibility to cover shifts at short notice. An ability to adhere to strict protocols and guidelines will also be required.

Located within Tully Medical Centre, shifts are Mon to Thur 0800-1500 and Fri 0800-1300. Experience in venepuncture is preferable but is not a prerequisite of the position. Remuneration is as per the SNP Certified Workplace Agreement 3.

Please note this is not a courier position.

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Email a written application to Tim Haire at Tim_Haire@snp.com.au Applications close Friday, 14th August, 2020.

This position offers you a development opportunity with potential for career progression with a leading Elders Insurance franchise and a competitive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful applicant.

As an employee of Elders Insurance Innisfail, your major duties will include: • processing insurance quotations, new business, renewals • listening and responding to customer enquiries • office administration, and credit control To be successful in this role you must be able to: • display a knowledge of general insurance (preferred but not required) • display a level of computer literacy • have well developed written, telephone and face to face communication skills • obtain satisfactory police and ASIC clearances • obtain or have already Tier 1 or Tier 2 accreditation in Australian Financial Services Reform Act 2001 (FSRA) Insurance You will also have the following qualities: • customer service • teamwork and co-operation • concern for quality • flexibility Written or e-mailed applications including a covering letter and CV should be delivered/emailed to: Post/ In-person: 44 Rankin Street, Innisfail Qld 4860 P.O. Box 516, Innisfail Qld 4860 E-mail: tony.urquhart@elders.com.au For further information please contact: Tony Urquhart on 07 4063 4700 Applications close: 10th August 2020

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Friday, July 24, 2020

Seri’s Predictions NRL Tipping Panel

Muriata

WELL, well ,well, it seems someone in the NRL club of the North QLD Cowboys has been reading our paper in the last two weeks, because as of Monday the 20th of July, Paul Green was no longer the head coach. I want to say I told you so, but somehow that won’t do it, so I am going to lay it all down as to why he was given the chop. First of the list, well, wins. Wins you say, well, if you’re not winning, the board and fans have a right to know why it’s not happening. Too much money goes into a franchise these days, and if it’s not paying off, then sorry mate, out the door you go. Rarely has an NRL club given the keys to the city to a coach and said, “okay, now we will give you an x amount of time to make a championship side, good luck”. People demand results, and in this business, results equal wins, and wins equals a healthy club. You can’t have a team losing all the time, I mean look at my Broncos. From the most powerful Rugby League enterprise in the world with six titles, countless Origin and Test representatives and the number one fan base in the country, they have sunk to the lowest of the lows, and they are not even on the bottom (not yet). Then you look on the other end of the scale, the Melbourne Storm. They rarely have an off game, recruit talented players and hand craft championship players and teams year in, year out. The Storm, by following their simple and successful recipe, are already and will always be the envy of every sporting organisation in this country for many years to come.

Second on the list is change. Yeah, sure the bloke won an NRL Trophy for the region and took the team to the grand final without JT, but you can’t stay with the same formula forever and expect a rose garden. To put it in a nutshell or language that is easy to understand, his time was up, so give the next bloke a go. I do feel for Paul Green, because I thought he deserved to go out on his own terms, but this isn’t Nickelodeon so not all the good guys get a pat on the back for doing good.

He will coach again, in the NRL, because he already has what it takes. So good luck to you Paul Green, and thank you for your service to the North Queensland Cowboys, no one will ever forget that first Premiership you gave the North.

EELS vs Tigers: Eels. With the return of Mitch Moses I think the Eels will bounce back after their loss to Manly on the weekend.

Cowboys vs Manly: Manly. After beating premiership heavyweights Parramatta last weekend I think Manly will be too strong. Cowboys had a much better effort last week and with a change of coach it’s hard to say which Cowboys side will turn up.

Broncos vs Storm: Storm. Broncos seem to be in all sorts at the moment. Impossible to bet against the Storm here. Broncos will need something special.

Warriors vs Roosters: Roosters. The current playing/ living situation of the Warriors seems to be catching up with them, with a fairly lacklustre performance last weekend. Roosters should do it easy.

Sharks vs Dragons: Sharks. It’s very hard to get a read on both of these teams. Both seem quite inconsistent. Tipping Sharks in a close one.

Raiders vs Rabbitohs: Raiders. Raiders had an outstanding win against the Roosters last week. Challenge for the Raiders is to maintain their focus after such a great win. Rabbitohs are below their best at the moment . I like the Raiders in a close one.

Knights vs Bulldogs: Knights. Knights coach Adam O’Brien has them flying under the radar currently stringing together some nice performances. Whilst I don’t think they are a premiership threat, I think they will be too strong for the Bulldogs.

Titans vs Panthers: Panthers. Panthers look a class above a struggling Titans outfit. Titans will need something special.

Paul Dezolt: Celebrity tipper, Nth Qld Cowboys, NZ Warriors Eels Cowboys Storm Roosters Sharks Raiders Knights Panthers

Paul Ketchell: Tully Tigers Head Coach.

Eels Cowboys Storm Roosters Sharks Raiders Knights Panthers

Mitch Ser: Herbert River Crushers Head Coach.

Eels Manly Storm Roosters Sharks Raiders Knights Panthers

Chris Zanoletti: Babinda Footy Legend.

Eels Cowboys Storm Roosters Sharks Rabbits Knights Panthers

NRL Ladder

Team W L D PD PTS 1.

Panthers 8 1 1 10 17 2.

Eels 8 2 0 10 16 3.

Storm 8 2 0 10 16 4.

Knights 6 3 1 10 13 5.

Roosters 6 4 0 10 12 6.

Raiders 6 4 0 10 12 7.

Tigers 5 5 0 10 10 8.

Rabbitohs 5 5 0 10 10

Team W L D PD PTS 9.

Sharks 5 5 0 10 10 10.

Manly 5 5 0 10 10 11.

Dragons 4 6 0 10 8 12.

Cowboys 3 7 0 10 6 13.

Warriors 3 7 0 10 6 14.

Broncos 3 7 0 10 6 15.

Titans 3 7 0 10 6 16.

Bulldogs 1 9 0 10 2

Cardwell Golf LADIES' Thursday competition was won

by Tracey Cousemacker (38) followed

by Jackie Olditch (33) in second place and Christine Taylor (31) on a countback in third place.

Thursday's 9 hole Sporters was won

by Tracey Cousemacker (22), with Lindsay Hallam (21) in second, Dave Hoare (20) in third on a countback from Wayne Sheahan (20) in fourth. The rundown was Alan Power (19), Jackie Olditch (18), Terry Moss (17) and Len White and Anne Jodrell both on 16 points.

Taking home the Seafarm prawns in Saturday’s 4BBB were Mandy Carucci and Tracey Cousemacker (47). In sec-

ond place were Col Woods and Kevin Tombs (46) with the rundown going to Ron Ash and Rod Rackley (45) and Brian Wishart and Kevin Brown (43).

Thursday, Ladies play a Stableford, followed by Sporters. Saturday is a Stableford.

PLEASE NOTE: competitions will be played in groups of four at 10 minute intervals, registration is still via timesheet.

Register by email to enquire@cardwellgolfclub.com or jackieolditch@bigpond. com or by phone or text to 0414 359 314. The timesheet can be viewed on the Cardwell Golf Club website, cardwellgolfclub.com.

Cameron Miller: Spilla Sports Show.

Eels Cowboys Storm Roosters Dragons Raiders Knights Panthers

El Arish Golf BOTH competitions went ahead again last week, with Tuesday's Stableford event won by Frank Tomasino on 39 with r/up Wayne Bolton on 35 even though the ladies outnumbered the men with player numbers, why couldn't we even get a place girls?

Saturday's 2-Ball Ambrose had a great field of players with the day being sponsored by Joe & Gloria James.

The winning team of Col Bidgood/Paul Marland came in with 55.5 followed by Dave Wylie/Harry Spiegler on 58.5. NTP for Men on #2/11 won by Peter Carter, with Lisa

Spiegler taking the Ladies on #5/14.

Winners thank Joe & Gloria for their generous trophies.

This weekend we have our Open Championships, a Stroke event, sponsored by Tietzel's IGA Tully - with tee off times as per the Time Sheet, and Men's and Ladies prizes.

The following Saturday is our Monthly Medal and after our meeting, it has been decided to return to our normal tee off time: 12.00pm Rego; Tee Off 12.30pm.

Rain, rain keep away and have a great weekend on the course!

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Friday, July 24, 2020

Innisfail Bowls

Ingham Bowls

LAST Thursday saw over 30 bowlers on the green in RESULTS Friday Men’s Pairs 17 Jul 2020 glorious weather. The men’s winners on the day were: WINNERS: Andrew Cole, Stan Richards John Fossey, Rob Chaplain and John O’Brien.

Defeated: Dennis Parton, Ian Muldowney 27 to 9 On Saturday, weather was again perfect for mixed Bob Bell, Phil Wright, Alan Torielli bowling which saw Alf Strano, Pam Anderson and Dell Defeated: Gary Brierley, Neville Wickens, Tony Steve finish as winners.

Koop 20 to 6 Des Hoffman, Cliff Johnson Defeated Pat Visitors are most welcome to come along for a roll.

Ryan, Jim Dunn 19 to 15 John Holmes, Peter Herman Names need to be in by 12:30pm. Players are keeping Defeated Stan Cotton, Kevin Walker 17 to 16 the Games Director happy by completing their schedSaturday 18 Jul 2020 uled competition rounds.

Open Club Competitions, Open Singles Sunday morning saw four A grade singles games Quarter Final played with a high standard of bowls on display and resulting in very close games.

Jeff Crossman Defeated Alan Torielli 26 to 19.

Results were as follows: Gordon Goes defeatSunday 19 Jul 2020 Club Competitions, ed Doug Juhas, John Phillips defeated Terry Curran, Open Singles Semi Final George Edgerton defeated Cieran Smith while Graeme Phillip Kite, Defeated Jeff Crossman 26 to 11.

Anderson defeated Steve Howe.

Mixed Social Bowls Members are asked to please check the notice board Legend: L (Lead), 2 (2nd), 3 (3rd), S (Skip) for any upcoming club games.

Winners (On points) Roger Celotto, David Horsley, Alan Hodson, Peter PRESIDENT John Taylor welcomed 22 members and Herman Roger Celotto(L) David Horsley (2) Alan Hodvisitors to a great afternoon of bowls on Wednesday. son (3) Peter Herman (S) Winners on the day were Bev Harrop (Tully) and Steve Defeated Max Thompson (L) Jan Craven (2) Tony Davis (Visitor). The enjoyable day ended with drinks Koop (3) Stan Richards (S) 28 to 18, Grace Cockrell and nibbles.

(L) Neville Wickens (3) Rico Basaglia (S). Defeated, On Sunday another 22 bowlers enjoyed the lovely Norma Evans (L) Ren Cantatore (3) Elsa Piotto (S) 28 weather to play two games of 10 ends. Winners were to 18 Maria Moore (L) John Piotto (2) Pat Ryan (3) Cliff John Brown and Peter Smith. Nice to see John Jones Johnson (S) Defeated Bob Bell (L) Luisa Di Bella (2) Alan Torielli (3) John Hamlyn (S) 26 to 15 (Past President) back having a game.

Thursday 23 Jul 2020 On Monday Bev Achilles and Val Zamora joined other FNQ players to play Pennants at Innisfail against Thursday Barefoot Bowls are postponed until further Mossman Club. It was a great day for bowls, and we notice. were winners!

Friday 25 Jul 2020 Anyone who wishes to learn to play bowls, please Men’s Pairs call or visit the club. Our Club Coach is only too happy Names into Club by 1.45 pm, ring 47762117, Game to guide you. Visitors are always welcome; our afterstarts at 2.15 pm. Bar Open. noons start at 1.30pm and registration before 1pm is Saturday 25th Jul 2020 and Sunday 26th Jul 2020 required.

Ingham Invitation 4’s 16 North Queensland teams competing. Bar Open.

NO SOCIAL MIXED BOWLS SUNDAY 26 Jul 2020.

NO SELECTORS REQUIRED.

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Silkwood Bowls

A very great welcome back to our South Australian Bowler friends, lovely to catch up with all the past year’s events.

Wednesday - Social Bowls results Agnes Tait/Cain and Morris Pedrola were defeated

by Brian Brooks and Alan Hudson by 17 points.

Karin Rastoll and Shirley B were defeated by Anna Della Bella and Delmo Tarditi by 10 points.

Sunday - Ladies Club Championship/ Pairs, R 1 Denise Charman and Lee Mayell played Annette Gauci and Mirella Berryman. Denise and Lee won 33/15 Social Bowls :Daniel Gauci and Len Charman def Ron Giveen and Mike Lynn 27/15 Agnes Tait/Cain ,Wendy Lynn and Morris Pedrola were defeated in an exciting game against Delmo Tarditi, Shirley B and Jenny Anear 21/23 Dennis Donavan and Alan Hudson/Karin Rastoll def Anna Della Bella and Wayne Anear 29/15 All bowlers are welcome to come and have a game with us, and strictly follow the COVID 19 Safety Plan.

Please take note of our new Club contact no: 0459 211 552. You can also follow us on Facebook.

We play Wednesdays and Sundays from 1pm play; start at 1.30pm. Friday Night Barefoot Bowls; 6pm start with a BBQ followed by a game of bowls, not forgetting our social distancing. See you there. Email: silkwoodbowlsclubinc@gmail.com Tel: 07 4065 2212

Ingham Ladies Bowls

NO play was possible this week. Competition scheduled for next week: Championship Singles - Elsa Piotto v Grace Cockrell, J.Casanovas v J.Craven. Markers: Alison and Pat M. Afternoon tea: Lynette and Seraphina. Selectors: Louisa and Judy. Rinks available for social play; names in by 12.30 for 1.30pm start.

South Johnstone Bowls

LAST Sunday 12 bowlers played a game of 3-bowl triples with the overall winners being the Loui Fedalto-Skipped team of Joe Fedalto and Fred Caltabiano.

The Games Director will be in contact with the following players regarding the completion of the Men’s A Grade Singles, with the games to be played this weekend: K Albert vs K Deegan, S McInerney vs F Caltibano, M Hooker vs A Hansen, P Hitzke vs S Martin, J O'brien vs B Smith.

John Piotto at Ingham Bowls

Innisfail Golf FINALLY, it was great to have some good weather last weekend and members out on the course for the Innisfail Golf Club Stableford event sponsored

by Top End Apps.

A total of 39 players took to the course on Saturday and 13 juniors played on Sunday. Thanks to all volunteers who looked after the course which was in magnificent condition.

Top End Apps Stableford The Saturday morning groups took advantage of little wind and Paul Tattam, Shane Trembath and Addi Butorac played to their handicap for 36 points, leading the field.

The afternoon groups struggled in the conditions, with only one player bettering his handicap and taking out the competition. Congratulations to Ian Street for winning the day.

If you are unable to play, please contact Tim Kerrigan on 0457 981 111.

Norma Evans at Ingham Bowls Junior Golf It was fantastic to see so many juniors out on the course last Sunday and have one new junior play his first ever competition and grab the best score for the 6 Holers.

Troy Singh took out the 9-Holers and Regina Gattera played her best round to date which was a great achievement.

New Innisfail junior player Junior Aidan Herbert took out the 6-Holers in his first competition.

In the 3-holers it was the Zadelj clan with Oliver the winner and Sophie-Lee in second place.

Cairns Golf World Monthly Medal A great field contested the Cairns Golf World monthly medal. Innisfail club champion Andrew Rose held off a good field with an impressive 69 off the stick, and 69 nett, while Jake Cockle was second on 70 nett.

Innisfail Skip Bin Hire Stableford

Thanks to our new sponsors Innisfail Skip Bin Hire. A total of 30 players competed and they needed some great golf to get into the top prizes. Well done to Vaughan Smith on 42 points and Shane Trembath on 38 points.

This week's Saturday competition is proudly sponsored by Ian Saunderson from Peak Aviation.

Best of luck to players heading down to the El Arish Country Golf Club Open this Saturday and Sunday.

For upcoming events and results please check out Innisfail Golf Club Facebook page https://www.facebook. com/innisfailgolfclub/.

Upcoming Events: Wednesday competition - from 12pm groups or four permitted Friday competition - from 12pm groups or four permitted Saturday competition - Peak Aviation Stableford - 7.30am and 12.00pm tee off

Innisfail junior winners: Troy Singh, Regina Gattera, Aidan Herbert, Lachlan Lyons and Sophie-Lee Zadelj

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Friday, July 24, 2020

Innisfail United host Mareeba in first home games

MARIA GIRGENTI

IN Round 2 of FNQ Football fixtures Innisfail United Football hosted their first home games of the season at Castor Park, Mourilyan on Saturday in a huge action-packed day of soccer.

On Friday night, Innisfail's 3rd Division team registered a gritty 2-1 win at home over Marlin Coast Rangers for their first victory of the season with Marc Di Carlo and Darrin Timms the goal scorers.

The 2nd Division team also had a convincing 4-0 victory over Marlin Coast with Kalontas Junior Chillya scoring a double and one goal each to Cono Canu and Elliott Keenan.

Innisfail JR Under 12 team proved too strong with an 8-2 win over Atherton Eagles after leading by 5-1 at half time.

Reed Bonassi scored five of those goals while Jake Lowe netted a double and Blake Musumeci one goal.

The game between Innisfail's Under 13/14 Division 1 team and Trinity Anglican School (TAS) ended in a 1-all draw with Zaviah Di Carlo scoring the home side's only goal.

The second Under 13/14 team, Divi-

sion 3 had a 6-2 loss to Mareeba.

Innisfail United Under 18s team went down to Mareeba by 3-0 while Innisfail Premier Women's suffered a 6-0 loss to Mareeba.

Innisfail's Premier Women Reserves notched up a 4-2 victory over Mareeba, where Kimberley Bryant scored two goals while Sari Ericson and Dannielle Poidevin-Martin each scored one goal.

The Innisfail Premier Reserve Men's game against Mareeba finished in a 3-all draw and the Premier Men's team had a 3-1 win over Mareeba.

Round 3 fixtures start with three away games for Innisfail this Friday night, with the 2nd Division Men's team up against Mareeba, Premier Women's Reserve to play Marlin Coast Rangers Blue and Men's 3rd Division play Mareeba United.

The remaining away games will be played tomorrow (Saturday) where Innisfail United Under 13/14 Division 3 play Edge Hill Green, while Premier Youth, Under 13/14 Division 1, Premier Women's, Premier Reserves and Premier Men's teams will play Edge Hill at Tiger Park.

Malorie Haworth (left) and a Mareeba player battle for ball possession in the Premier Women's game

Action in the Under 18s game between Innisfail United and Mareeba United at Castor Park last Saturday

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Left: Charlize Gee with a couple of Spotted Mackerel caught out at the Islands over the weekend.

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Right: Last Saturday morning, Siva Nair from Innisfail went fishing at Arthur Patches on the reef and came home with a good catch which included lots of nannygais, a red emperor and spangled emperor

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Craze

Gabi Plumm playing Pickleball in Cardwell

SARI HYYTINEN LEARNING Pickleball has become a must do in the Wet Tropics Region. Pickleball was started in Cardwell May 11 and is now incorporated as Cardwell and District Pickleball association.

Cardwell primary school students have been actively asking their parents to take them Pickleballing which has resulted in this year’s ‘Alien Pickleball Come and Try Day’ for primary school ages children being hosted at Cardwell’s 2020 UFO festival. To be involved the students will need to wear their alien costume of choice.

ia and when Plumm recently moved to Cardwell she brought her love of Pickleball with her.

When the Wet Tropic Times as participants their reason for becoming participants the domanent responses were that they were able to come and enjoying pickleball and get good exercise and have a fun social outing at the same time.

Lyn Kidd has been an active member since the very first Come and Try Day on March 11

Cardwell State School, Kennedy State School and Murray Upper State school have been invited to compete and create the Cardwell and District Pickleball associations logo.

“It sounded interesting when I ran into Gabbi on the street... I though I will give it a go. I have fallen in love with it ever since. It is good for fitness, and it is good for strategy and getting up to the net and whacking the ball and it is good for hanging out with friends. You can have a bit of a laugh and a sledge as well”

Pickleball started in America in 1965 and was introduced to Australia in 2015 by Gabbi Plumm. It is now played by thousands of people in six states of Austral-

Bill Swinton “A friend of mine had a copy of the notice so I came to get out of my caravan and to have something fun to do. Everyone is friendly.”

Tully and Mission Beach Pickleball club are also incorporated, Malanda, Townsville and Cairns will soon incorporate.

Far North Queensland is not far from have tournaments when the Far North Queensland Pickleball League incorporates.

Cardwell and District Pickleball Association were approved for a grant from Churches of Christ Care Rockingham Aged Care Service last week which will assist them with “equipment; coaching equipment and nets, more paddles and more balls,” said Plumm. They have applied for financial support from Bendigo Bank Cardwell.

We play 8:30 to 10:30am on Mondays and Wednesdays and 3 to 5pm Saturdays. People who would like to participate can message Gabbi through the Facebook group page, call 0404025139 or email is gabiplumm@bigpond.com.