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Boilers Fire Up for 2020

Mill management witnessing the start of the 2020 crushing season. Front: Brendan Slattery Chief Technical Officer, Middle: Andrew Yu Chief Executive Officer, Back: John Edwards Chief Operating Officer Continued PG3

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LOCAL AFFAIRS

Boilers Fire Up for 2020 CONTINUED FROM PG 1

SARI HYYTINEN THE sickly-sweet smell of bagasse being burnt has been wafting through the streets of Tully for the last couple of weeks as the Tully Sugar Mill have been working hard preforming steam trials to get the factory ready for the crushing season to start.

“There is a huge amount of maintenance and preparation that goes on throughout the factory as we plan to start,” said John Edwards Chief Operating Officer, Tully Sugar Limited.

Everything was ready to go Tuesday June 2 and then came the rain. Unfortunately, due to the 600ml of heavy rainfall that occurred in late May the ground has not been able to dry off due to the consistent lighter rainfall of the last few weeks. This resulted in the Tully Sugar Mill then delaying their first crush until June 11.

Despite the delay to the start of the crush the Tully Sugar Mill believes that the expected forecast of the crushing season will be maintained, “We still expect the 2,400,000 tonne cane crop to achieve the long-term average of 12.8 ccs.”

The late start means that a few of the days that the Tully Sugar Mill budgets for each year to cater for Tully’s rain have already been used, but they still have plenty more up their sleeves. There original forecast that the crush will finish in late November remains.

Traditionally the Tully Show is the time of year that signifies the wet season has finished. Even though the show has been cancelled for this year. Hopefully the Tully Sugar milling district is able to crank up and get some reliable tonnage through the factory.

The mill is a lot noisier now that the crush has started, and the carparks are full. The extra eighty staff needed in the crushing season predominately live locally, though some do come in from out of town. The local businesses will enjoy the extra income brought into town by the seasonal staff.

Whist the mill is crushing they are currently exporting 10 megawatts of power to the grid 24 hours a day seven days a week. The mill is currently installing a new turbine alternator to replace aged, end of life equipment, the work of which will not be commissioned until the start of the 2021 crushing season.

“The plan is that with the new turbine we are installing that we will be able to generate (electricity) in the off season,” said Edwards.

Mill worker oiling crushing house equipment in perpetration for commencement of crushing.

John Fair: Longest Serving Locomotive Driver NOW in his 41st season John Fair is currently the longest serving locomotive driver at the Tully Sugar Mill.

When CCIN asked him why he wanted to be a locomotive driver he responded, “I just like the outdoors.” He also liked meeting and spending time with men he now considers good friends.

Fair works as a locomotive driver for the Tully Sugar Mill during the season and in the maintenance team during the off season.

His father was a locomotive driver back when they were steam driven and firing up the engine was literal.

When Fair first started the engines no longer ran on steam but were diesel engines and have changed “a lot” since when he first started. The current engines have double the towing capacity of the engines from when he started.

When reflecting on the biggest changes that have happened over the years Fair acknowledged that they were changing over the type of locomotive to an engine that has twice the capacity of when he first started.

“It is always a challenge out there. Every day is different,” said Fair when describing his workday.

John Fair standing in front of modern 38t DH locomotive that now have enough power that they can carry 100 cane bins behind them.

The 18t locomotive Number 14 pictured were the type utilised when Fair first started working as a driver back in 1979.

Cassowary Coast Independent News, Thursday, June 18, 2020 Page 3

COMMUNITY NEWS

Go Local Grow Local: Council Kicks Off Local Recovery

By Awarding $39,200 In Community Grants • Go Local Grow Local campaign to recruit the Cassowary Coast to play a part in COVID recovery.

• Council to host virtual event on Facebook to bring together supporters, Saturday June 16 to Friday June26.

• Fifteen projects awarded Council funding to kick start local recovery efforts.

Residents of the Cassowary Coast are invited to share ways in which they are supporting the community by signing up to ‘Go Local Grow Local: Cassowary Coast in this together’, a virtual event to be hosted on Council’s Facebook page.

The virtual event will run from tomorrow (Saturday June13) to Friday June 26 and is aimed at supporting Cassowary Coast businesses and community organisations to recover from COVID-19.

Mayor of Cassowary Coast Regional Council, Mark Nolan has set the challenge for every member of the community to do their bit to grow local by shopping at local businesses wherever possible, joining a local sporting or recreation club or volunteering to support one of the many valuable organisations across the region.

‘The event will essentially act like an informal online directory and is an opportunity for the community to share and showcase their stories about buying local,’ he said.

To coincide with the launch of the event, Council has awarded funding to fifteen organisations as part of round two of its Annual Community Assistance Grant Scheme.

Council’s Community Assistance Grant Scheme is de-

signed to provide ‘one off’ grants capped at $3,000 to assist community organisations and individuals.

‘These groups deliver projects that benefit the region in areas such as the environment, social and economic wellbeing, cultural activities, sport and recreation,’ Cr Nolan said.

Funding is based on the premise of a contribution with the total value of approved projects in this round being $192,200.00.

All residents of the Cassowary Coast are encouraged to attend ‘Go Local Grow Local: Cassowary Coast in this Together’ virtual event here: www.facebook.com/ events/2610317369209403/ Cassowary Coast Mayor, Councillor Mark Nolan said, “I’d like to congratulate all the local organisations who were successful in receiving these funds and commend them for standing up in such a difficult time to help provide much needed economic and social returns to our community.

“These projects have come at a critical time when we’re focused on the recovery of our local economy, where every dollar counts and every community member is vital for playing their part – whether that be through volunteering with a local non-profit or simply signing up to a local club or spending local.

“I challenge every resident of the Cassowary Coast to pledge your commitment to ‘Buy Local Grow Local’ and share your stories with us on our virtual event.”

Tully Youth Centre school holiday fun STAYING COVID safe The Tully Youth Centre (TYC) has taken significant steps to ensure that young people attending the centre these school holidays are COVID safe. This includes: 20 young people max; spaced seating to allow for physical distancing; all youth are encouraged to wash their hands on arrival to TYC and during the afternoon; staff regularly disinfecting high use areas before and during open hours; and asking young people to stay home if they are feeling unwell.

We have also limited the number of activities and ensured adequate resources and cleaning to minimise contact and reduce the risks to young people.

The Tully Youth Centre (TYC) The TYC is the place to be these school holidays. So, get your friends together and get on down to the TYC. The TYC has organised some great school holiday activities, including: TUESDAY June 30: Painting WEDNESDAY July 1: Pool Comp THURSDAY July 2: Movie madness TUESDAY July 7: Craft – glitter globes WEDNESDAY July 8: Pool Comp THURSDAY July 9: Movie madness The TYC is open Tuesday to Thursday from 3:30pm – 6:00pm these school

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holidays. The TYC is funded by the Cassowary Coast Regional Council and is located in the Tully Show Grounds next to the igloo. The TYC provides safe recreational activities for all young people aged 10 – 17yrs; all activities are free and includes food and drinks.

Don’t forget the TYC also has lots of great equipment for use every day, including pool tables, computers, xbox 360’s; air hockey and handball. We also have a stereo and young people are welcome to bring along their own music to play.

The TYC is such a great place for ALL young people in our community, it doesn’t matter your cultural background or gender. The TYC exists for all young people aged 10 – 17yrs.

For more information about TYC activities please contact Kristian on 4068 1004.

The Tully Support Centre is funded by the Queensland Government and services communities throughout the Cassowary Coast.

The Tully Support Centre is located at 54 Bryant Street in Tully, opening hours Monday to Thursday from 9am to 1pm & 2pm to 4pm.

To register your interest or more info about groups and other services please call 40 681 004, check the Tully Support Centre online at www.tullysupportcentre.com.au or follow us on facebook “Tully Support Centre Inc.”

COMMUNITY NEWS

Member for Hill. Shane Knuth speaking in support of the Disallowance Motion as put by the LNP

Time to value the farmers PETER MCCULLAGH

THE Great Barrier Reef, water quality and farming are set to become explosive issues in the Queensland State election planned for later this year.

On Tuesday the Katter Australia Party joined with the LNP to support the disallowance motion before parliament to remove the burdensome regulation bill than has impacted upon the famers and rural communities within the Wet Tropics.

The Katter Australia Party stand opposed to the legislation, believing it to be another draconian measure, introduced by the Palaszczuk Government in an attempt to hoodwink voters within the South East corner of Queensland.

Hinchinbrook MP Nick Dametto challenges the minister and his staff to come to the north to speak to farmers and to understand we have world best practices in place and the farming community believe in and value the reef.

“What we have here is George Street trying to run the farm. This legislation has no pro-

Members for Hinchinbrook and Hill, Nick Dametto and Shane Knuth with the Private Members Bill prepared in readiness for tabling in the next Parliamentary Term in Queensland. vision for special cases or special events. The farmer’s will be threatened with the government big stick with fines of $220,000 for a breach.

“A farmer could plough and plant, then fertilise, but due to a weather event they need to re-plough and plant but they will not be able to fertilise because they have used their quota of fertiliser already.

“The impact is ridiculous. This affects the farmer, his family, the community and the entire economy as it will decrease productivity and will have a lasting impact upon the rural community of Far North Queensland.”

Member for Hill Shane Knuth believes it’s time to value the farmers again. “COVID-19 has shown us that famers have not let us down. It’s time to value our farmers rather than punishing them.

“This Labor government is using the Great Barrier Reef as a vote winner in the south east corner, ignoring the enormous financial burden and stress as well as the reduction in productivity for our farming community.

“Rather than demonising our farmers through legislation, the farmers should be included along with catchment groups in developing strategies to reduce river bank erosion, saving valuable farmland and improving water quality in our river systems and ultimately our reef.

The Environmental Protection (Great Barrier Reef Protection Measures) and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2019, passed through parliament last year had the desire of protecting the reef, however farmers and grower groups have been impacted greatly as a result of this legislation.

Not content with supporting the Disallowance Motion as put by the LNP in Parliament on Tuesday the Katter Australia Party members, Nick Dametto (Hinchinbrook), Shane Knuth (Hill) and Robbie Katter (Traeger) are calling for a review of the science, the appointment of an Auditor General to review the reef science and reporting on the reef health as there appears to be discrepancies and differing opinions on the health of the

waterways and the reef.

These discrepancies have been highlighted

by Professor Peter Ridd in legal proceedings with James Cook University in recent years.

“We value the reef, we value what it means to us and all Australia, both socially and economically, but we also value our farmers and the tremendous part they play in building this country, creating a strong and sustainable industry and the contribution all members of the rural community to making our country strong and prosperous,” said Shane Knuth.

Dametto has prepared a private members bill, designed to allow key stakeholders and government to work collaboratively, to ensure our reef and farms can prosper. This bill will abolish many of the sticking points for the farmers and growers. The Katter Australia Party have prepared the draft legislation ready to introduce into the next term, and are counting on the support of the LNP in passing this much needed legislation.

Cassowary Coast Independent News, Thursday, June 18, 2020 Page 5

COMMUNITY NEWS Sari Hyytinen CCIN Editor’s Column

BIO: OWNER/EDITOR of CCIN. Sari was born and raised in Tully. After she completed a Bachelor of Social Work in Townsville she moved to Sydney for ten years. Whilst in Sydney she worked in Youth homelessness at Youth Off The Streets and completed writing courses with the Sydney Writers Centre. Sari returned to FNQ and with the assistance of her father started CCIN. Ten weeks after starting CCIN she was involved in a very serious car accident; sustaining life-threatening injuries. She unable to work for a number of months and her family helped her through this period.

When she was well enough she returned to running the Newspaper while continuing to overcome her injuries; coping with a traumatic brain injury. She has been lucky to have supportive staff and a supportive community as she continues to go through a difficult time.

Cairns Birdwing Butterfly

A Community of Proactive Volunteers ONE of the things I admire the most about our area is that we are a community of proactive volunteers. When it comes to the letter to the editor below from the president of Innisfail creatives Inc. I am excited that a group with a strong community focus is reaching out to ensure that the members of our community continue to support an exciting initiative.

It is good to see the value of working along side each other as a community has not been lost. This is one of the most impressive social values in rural communities.

When reflecting on the history of why different community groups came into being it is amazing what stories you will get to hear. In Tully when I talked to the QCWA I learnt that they started as a place that women could stay in the few months before they gave birth. This was to ensure that they were not too far away to be able to obtain access to hospital services when they went into labour.

The activities that currently occur at the QCWA still maintain the same community focus. Their activities still assist members of our community who need support.

The social distancing created by technology has been occurring for a significant period of time, I feel it is important to continue to find ways as a community to combat the distance it creates.

The photo of a stunning male Cairns Birdwing butterfly after it was saved as a caterpillar which hatched from its cocoon last week in the garden of local resident Rita Russo. The Cairns Birdwing butterfly (scientific name Ornithoptera euphorion) is the largest of all Australia butterflies and is found along north-eastern Australia from Mackay to Cooktown. The male birdwing is green, gold and black and much more colourful than the female which is black and white in colour with some yellow and bigger than the male. Once hatched, the butterfly has a life span of only four to five weeks.

The QCWA’s services changed to adapt to modern society and so too should different community groups find ways to adapt to the ever changing technological front and ensure that we still maintain our community focus.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Innisfail Creatives Inc DEAR Innisfail Creatives members and interested community members You may all be aware we did not manage to finalise the deal with the Cassowary Coast Council with regards to the building earmarked for us along Fitzgerald Esplanade.

It resulted into a two-year wrangle where basically we became the battle ground between council departments and now ex-management.

The building proposed for our use is a fantastic space, however we are unable to function as a community centre without wheelchair access and disabled toilets. Most importantly it is of a ‘stack design’ and the windows are sealed off therefore there is no airflow.

The group strongly requested air conditioning and this was the time when there was a great deal of upheaval within council, and we became collateral damage within departments and management.

The council requested our validation pre-election which we found insulting and honestly another reason for them to not to do anything.

I did speak to the new facility person and in summary there is nothing out

Send your letters to: editor@ccin.com.au

there unless we start again with new management and members. I did explain it is unacceptable for us to ask for payments if we are not offering anything in return.

So far, the council wants an up-to-date organisation with member numbers, but won’t commit on giving us a functional building.

We have everything available to start - furniture, money, business, strategic plan, catering equipment etc which took a great deal of time and effort.

The group now needs a new committee to keep the organisation alive which gives the council time to make good on its promise to support us.

Past committee members are now scattered around Australia but are still available for advice. Most importantly, Councillor Mark Nolan strongly supported our organisation, however he can't do anything without our input.

Are there folks out there interested in taking this project on as I will not be based in Innisfail for another year. Please feel free to call me anytime on mobile: 0402 806 535 or via email marcellemckenna@gmail.com Marcelle McKenna President Innisfail Creatives Inc.

The views and comments made in letters to the editor are not necessarily the views and opinions of this paper.

The Cassowary Coast Independent News reserves the right to cut content deemed as inappropriate, or not publish letters.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Council Corner THE journey of a thousand miles begins with a simple step. Cassowary Coast Regional Council’s journey commenced in late April when the new councillors and mayor were sworn in.

Since the inaugural meeting April 23, this new council has taken many steps, maybe not as fast or in the direction that some pundits’ desire, but they are significant steps.

Mayor Nolan is dedicated to delivering a strong and united council with a clear focus and commitment to the region.

Consider the steps taken already: Gone is the 4WD mayoral car, replaced with a pool car from the fleet, we understand it had already been in commission for 12 months or more before the Mayor was assigned it. Please note, we understand it was the Mayor’s wishes that the 4WD be replaced with a pool car.

A Council restructure was undertaken, delivering almost $2M in savings over a 2 year period. The position referred by many as the ‘Assistant CEO’ was removed from the structure creating considerable savings and streamlining the administration arm.

Councillors voted to forgo their 2% remuneration increases. Although this represent modest savings for the coming twelve months it signalled loud and clear the commitment of this Council to trim the fat.

Social commentators have slammed this decision and belittled Councillors for this action, as they expected other actions first. But give credit where credit is due. This Council is dedicated to the community and responsible fiscal management.

The senior management team lined up behind Councillors and also committed not to ask for, nor expect any salary increases in the coming year. A united and responsible approach.

COVID-19 Financial Hardship Relief has been announced recently, easing the pressures and recognising the financial and social stresses our community is presented with. The Schedule of Fees and Charges for next year features reduction or remaining unchanged a raft of fees, including a simple but important discount for pensioners with de-sexed dogs, the registration fee for the first animal will be waived.

There’s still plenty to do and many more steps to be taken. This Council is facing an economic and social environment never before experienced in our lifetime. We can all sit back and criticise and expect a different course of action from Council, but we need to let them be, let them get on with the job of running the region. The proof will be in the pudding as they say. The coming 3 ½ years will demonstrate if the journey being mapped out by the Mayor is the right one.

This publication hopes it is the right one, and we also trust in the actions and directions of this group of Councillors. This region needs direction and focus, it needs to be united and it appears this Council is dedicated to delivering the outcome the region needs, despite not marching to the beat of some factions within the shire.

Bookings have started: Camping on the Cassowary Coast QUEENSLANDERS can now book most campsites in national parks 12 months in advance, to help support tourism and regional jobs.

Minister for Environment and the Great Barrier Reef Leeanne Enoch said Queenslanders have done a great job in containing the spread of COVID-19, so we are now making it much easier for campers and caravan enthusiasts to plan their holidays over the next year.

A Department of Environment and Science spokesperson states, “The Department of Environment and Science (DES) has seen a rise in camp bookings along the Cassowary Coast and in the Wet Tropics.”

“This is great news for the region as it means the tourism industry is coming back to life.”

“Bookings opened on June 4 and the departmental booking system has received a good work out as people can’t wait to get out of their homes and into the great outdoors again.”

“We have received just under 500 bookings for the five camp sites at Lake Tinaroo, Danbulla National Park and more than 100 reservations for the Girringun National Park, which includes the popular Wallaman Falls camping area.”

“Another popular area is Paluma National Park with over 110 sites snapped up. One of our smaller camping areas, “Graham Range” in the Russell River National Park, has received 36 bookings already.”

“We urge Queensland to get out and explore somewhere new. West of Tully we have the Tully Gorge and Cochable Ck Camping and Day Use areas which are very popular due to their unique rainforest environment and beautiful cascading waters.”

“This is not only great news for the towns near the campsites, but visitors from the rest of the state spend money along the way to their destination and that’s what we need.”

“The Cassowary Coast is a stunning part of the world and there are so many beautiful bush walks to go on and National Parks to visit.”

“Also more remote destinations like the Henrieta Creek camping area are good for people wanting to go somewhere a little quieter.”

The Queensland Government would also like to remind travellers that travel restrictions remain in place under the public health directions for designated indigenous community areas.

While National Parks in Cape York Peninsula remain accessible to local communities to book and camp, these areas are not currently accessible to visitors from outside the designated area boundaries.

The Department of Environment and Science encourages all Queenslanders to check the park alerts website before leaving home to ensure they are equipped with up-to-date information.

For bookings, please visit www.qld.gov.au/camping and for park alerts please visit https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/

Rafting is available at the Tully Gorge.

No more trouble in paradise as businesses reopen in Mission Beach

IMOGEN KARS

THE Mission Beach community is slowly but surely witnessing the return of its beloved businesses, services and community centres.

First and foremost is the return of the much-loved Mission Beach Dunk Island Water Taxi. Restarting their engines on Saturday, owner/operator Nancy Lowe was delighted to welcome just under 20 paradise-seekers onboard over the weekend despite the crummy wet weather.

“Considering it was bucketing with rain over the weekend, we still took over just under 20 people. It was great - there was a good selection of locals and international visitors.

“There were a couple of French tourists in a van, a few girls from Townsville on a girls weekend, a diving instructor from Lizard Island and a family of eight from Port Douglas,” Nancy said.

Despite the remaining travel restrictions, it’s clear the tourism trail is steaming ahead.

The refurbishment of the Dunk Island Spit is also steaming ahead, with the facelift including a new barbecue area, an extension to the amenities block and the addition of more camping sites.

Upgrades are due to be completed by the beginning of September, but Dunk Island remains ripe for camping as is.

The recommencement of the water taxi does come with a few new restrictions on capacity, but to make up for it, the team has added more scheduled times. Give Nancy and the team a call to book your spot on the taxi or a campsite at Dunk Island. Ph: 4068 8310 or email at info@missionbeachwatertaxi.com.

Mission Arts Pottery Shed has also reopened their doors, with

the help of volunteers who readied the shed for COVID-19 safety requirements. Beginners, intermediate and advanced potters alike are welcome as always, with clay available to purchase and equipment available to use.

Open supervised days are set to be Mondays with Annie, Wednesdays with Dee and alternative Sundays with Hilary from 10am to 2pm. For members, the cost is $7.50, and for non-members the price is set at $10.00.

While all eyes are still set on Mission Beach Aquatic Centre, Ken Gray from Mission Beach Aquatic and Recreation Centre has reported no news yet regarding the opening date via social media. He did say that the pool options report is due at the next council meeting, and hopes remain high for the outcome. Firm news regarding appropriate shading is expected by July 7.

Dunk Island Spit is getting a facelift

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Hundreds take part in Black Lives Matter rally in Innisfail asylum seekers and refugees.

MARIA GIRGENTI RAIN didn't deter spirits as a crowd of over 200 in Innisfail took part in a Black Lives Matter community event on Saturday and marched in solidarity from Canecutter Court down Edith Street to King George Park.

register their name and contact details, wear masks and were giv-

Event organiser Brett Ambrum said the rally was called in Inn-

en access to hand sanitiser, before they marched down the street

isfail to highlight the 432 Indigenous deaths in custody since 1991,

in groups of 20 while practising social distancing rules and good

and those who took part were asked to wear black.

A petition was circulated to those gathered by Mr Ambrum requesting the Queensland government to review recommendations

The protest was one of many held across Australia and follows

made by the Royal Commission into Indigenous deaths in custody.

last weekend's protest in Brisbane where vocal crowds carried

The rally was approved by local Council and Queensland Po-

placards with strong messages, and called for an end to racism, Indigenous deaths in custody, as well as the unfair treatment of

lice and was run with strict COVID-19 protocols in place.

All participants were required to undergo temperature checks,

Trevor and Denzel Philpot were among the hundreds to march in the BLM rally on Saturday.

hygiene.

Crowd controllers were also present to ensure everyone followed directions and stayed safe during the event. At King George Park, there were speeches, and a minute's silence observed to remember indigenous deaths in custody, suicides from racism and all those killed in massacres.

Brooklyn Leedie, Kimani Johnson, Rhaymus Tomarra, Lachlan Kovacich and Timothy Seden took part in the rally and also performed a dance

Warrina Lakes in full bloom

Visitors to Warrina Lakes complex in Innisfail have been treated to a spectacular display of water lilies which have bloomed during the recent rains

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Ready, set, apply: another $100 million for small business recovery grants QUEENSLAND small businesses impacted by COV-

Douglas Shire in the far north and west to Goondiwin-

structure, significantly change their business opera-

ID-19 are set to receive an additional $100 million in

di and Longreach.

tions or move online.”

support to help them recover.

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said a second round

“The upfront grants of up to $10,000 will assist those small businesses forced into hibernation, to re-

For more information visit www.business.qld.gov. au

of the Small Business COVID-19 Adaption grants of up to $10,000 would be made available from next month to help more small businesses survive and maintain and grow their staffing levels.

“Our small business community has spoken, and we have listened and responded as part of the second stage of our Unite and Recover for Queensland Jobs plan,” Ms Palaszczuk said.

“Round one of the Small Business grants received an overwhelming response.

“In the second round, we are prioritising regional areas and allocating half of the funding to support small businesses in regional Queensland.”

Minister for Employment and Small Business Shannon Fentiman said the plan is about supporting our small businesses to create more jobs for Queenslanders.

“Small business owners, including those who had expressed interest in the first round, are encouraged to prepare the required documentation in readiness for grant applications opening on July 1,” Ms Fentiman said.

“They should read the eligibility guidelines now to ensure they have all the documentation ready to submit their application.

“First round grants have been approved for businesses right across the state from the south-east corner to the Cassowary Coast Independent News, Thursday, June 18, 2020 Page 9

CCIN Super Quiz

PETER MCCULLAGH

One point for each correct answer.

1. “God only knows” was a hit in 1966 for which American band?

2. Name Australia’s first prime minister.

3. What is the smallest country in the world?

4. What is the capital city of New Zealand?

5. What were the great number of points scored in an NRL game?

6. In tennis what piece of fruit is found at the top of the men’s Wimbledon trophy?

7. Name the highest score in an innings in test cricket.

14. The six main stars of Friends appeared in all 236 episodes. Who is the next most regular character to appear in the show?

15. Which group holds the record for the most number 1 hits in Australia?

16. Tom Cruise is an outspoken member of which religion?

17. Name Australia’s shortest serving Prime Minister.

18. Name Australia’s 30th Prime Minister?

24. Hugh Jackman was born in which city?

25. Bon Scott became the lead singer of which band from 1974 until his death in 1980?

26. Naturalized Australian who won the British Heavyweight boxing title who when he moved to Australia adopted the nickname ‘Aussie Joe’?

27. In what Australian city did the first Commonwealth Parliament sit?

28. What nuts are used in marzipan?

19. What is David Bowie’s real name?

29. In what year did Twitter launch?

20. Who wrote Pride and Prejudice?

30. Name the 4 NRL teams with only 1 premiership to their name?

21. Which Williams sister has won more Grand Slam titles?

8. Name the longest river in the world?

9. What disaster befell London in 1666?

10. Which famous speech concludes with the words “Thank God Almighty, we are free at last.”

22. Who composed the ballad Waltzing Matilda?

11. What is Japanese sake made from?

23. Who is the only Australian artist to have a number 1 record for 5 consecutive decades?

12. Who was the lead singer of Silverchair?

13. What is the capital of Westeros in Game of Thrones?

ANSWERS:

1. Beachboys 2. Edmund Barton. 3. Vatican City.

4.Wellington. 5. 102 Newcastle 70 Canberra 32 6. Pineapple. 7.952-6 declared Sri Lanka v India 1997. 8. The Nile River. 9. The Great Fire. 10. I have a dream by Martin Luther King 11. Rice. 12.

Daniel Johns 13. King’s Landing 14. Gunther (151 episodes) 15. The Beatles 16.Scientology 17.

Francis Ford 6 days in 1945 18. Scott Morrison 19. David Jones 20. Jane Austin 21.Serena 22.Andrew Barton ‘BANJO’ Paterson 23. John Farnham 24. Sydney 25. AC/DC 26. Joe Bugner 27. Melbourne 28. Almonds 29. 2006 30.

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incidents or anyone with dash cam or CCTV footage that captured the driving manner of the ute, or anyone else who may have information in relation to this matter, to contact police and quote QP2001230722.

Wednesday, June 17

Registration reminder Police would like to remind motorists that it is their responsibility to make sure that their vehicles are registered and insured.

With people staying home more in recent months, vehicles haven’t been driven as much and people may have forgotten to pay their registration.

Remember, it is your responsibility to change your address with the Department of Transport and Main Roads so that you receive reminder notices for your registration and driver licence.

A quick look on the QLD Rego app will let you know that your registration is paid and you don’t run the risk of receiving a fine.

Unfortunately for a 32-year-old Bowen man and a 39-year-old Vasa Views man they both received Traffic Infringement Notices for $533 for uninsured and $320 for unregistered vehicles yesterday.

The Bowen man was intercepted on River Avenue at about 4.35pm and the Vasa Views man was intercepted on the Bruce Highway at Fitzgerald Creek at about 5.25pm.

DRINK DRIVING, INNISFAIL: Police have charged a local woman after a traffic intercept in Innisfail on Tuesday evening (June 16).

The woman was intercepted on Ernest Street at about 9.10pm and as a result of a roadside breath test, she was transported to Innisfail Police Station for further testing.

It will be alleged that the woman returned a reading of 0.057 per cent BAC. The 50-year-old woman is scheduled to appear in Innisfail Magistrates Court on August 3 charged with drink driving.

Tuesday, June 16

CALL FOR WITNESSES AND DANGEROUS OPERATION CHARGES, TULLY AND INNISFAIL: Police are calling for witnesses in relation to a white Holden Commodore ute Queensland Registration 977ZAU that was allegedly driving dangerously within the Tully and Innisfail area over the weekend.

It will be alleged that the pictured vehicle was observed doing burnouts and driving dangerously between Friday night and Sunday morning.

The vehicle allegedly did a burn out from the Bruce Highway on to Rockingham Road around 8pm Friday night (June 12) It will be further alleged the vehicle was doing burnouts on Feluga Road and other streets around Tully at approximately 1pm on Saturday afternoon (June 13).

Around 1.20am on Sunday morning (June 14), it will be alleged the vehicle was driving dangerously on Dalton Close, and Flying Fish point road, Innisfail.

The driver an 18-year-old Tully man was charged with three counts of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle. The vehicle was impounded and he is scheduled to appear in Tully Magistrates Court on July 16.

Police are appealing to anyone who witnessed the

Monday, June 15

DRUG CHARGES, EUBENANGEE: Police have charged a local man after a search warrant was executed in Eubenangee on Friday morning (June 12).

It will be alleged that police attended the Dinner Creek Road property at 9am, and located the man in possession of about 36 cannabis plants and 7.2 grams of dried cannabis.

The 63-year-old man in expected to appear in the Innisfail Magistrates Court on September 14, charged with producing dangerous drugs, possess dangerous drugs and possess anything used in the commission of a drug offence.

DRINK DRIVING, MIGHELL: Police have charged a Nanum man after a traffic intercept at Mighell on Sunday morning (June 14).

The man was intercepted on River Avenue at about 10.35am, and as a result of a roadside breath test (RBT), he was transported to Innisfail Police Station for further testing.

It will be alleged that the man returned a reading of 0.72 per cent BAC. The 26-year-old man is scheduled to appear in the Innisfail Magistrates Court on August 3, charged with drink driving.

Friday, June 12

Multiple charges, Wongaling Beach

Police charged a 36-year-old Park Ridge man with drug, counterfeit and fraud charges on Thursday afternoon.

It will be alleged that he attended a Deeragun business on May 28 and purchased items from the store with counterfeit money.

At about 7.30pm on Thursday night, June 12, the man was located on Banfield Parade and taken to the Mission Beach Police Station. It will be further alleged officers located a number of drug utensils in his possession.

He was charged with one count each of Fraud, uttering counterfeit money, possess drug utensil and offences involving registration certificate.

He is scheduled to appear at the Tully Magistrates Court on July 23.

Police urge all businesses where employees handling cash to ensure their staff are familiar with how to identify counterfeit currency.

A quick guide to ensure the currency is legal tender: Is it plastic? Australian banknotes are printed on plastic and have a distinct feel. You can try scrunching the banknote in your hand – a genuine banknote should spring back.

Look for the Coat of Arms: If you hold the banknote up to the light, you should see the Australian Coat of Arms.

Look for the star: Diamond-shaped patterns are printed inside a circle on both sides of the banknote.

If you hold the banknote up to the light, the patterns should line up perfectly to form a seven-pointed star.

Check the clear window: The clear window should be an integral part of the banknote and not an addition.

If you suspect that you have received counterfeit currency, handle the note as little as possible.

Take note of any relevant information regarding how it came to be in your possession and contact police.

Friday, June 12

STOLEN BICYCLE, INNISFAIL:

Police are investigating the reported theft of the above black and red Giant mountain bike from a Rankin Street address.

Initial investigations suggest that the bicycle was stolen around Tuesday, April 21.

Anyone with any information in relation to the stolen bike is encouraged to contact police and quote QP2000914296.

Thursday, June 11

TRAFFIC OFFENCES, BABINDA: A 34-year-old Cairns man was charged with high range drink driving and driving while court disqualified.

On June 4, he was intercepted on Knowles Street at about 3pm for a roadside breath test.

As a result of that test, he was transported to Babinda Station for further testing. It will be alleged that as a result of this test he returned a reading of 0.156 per cent BAC. It will be further alleged that the man was driving while his licence was disqualified by the court.

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

SPEEDING, MISSION BEACH: A 25-year-old South Mission Beach man was issued with a $444 traffic infringement notice this morning.

He was intercepted at about 6.35am on Seafarer Street, allegedly travelling at 80km/h in a 50km/h zone.

TRAFFIC OFFENCES, BARTLE FRERE: At about 10pm Wednesday night officers intercepted a 48-year-old Yorkeys Knob woman in relation to speeding on the Bruce Highway.

It will be alleged that as a result of that intercept, the woman’s vehicle was unregistered and uninsured and she returned a positive roadside breath test.

She was transported to Innisfail Station and as a rest of further testing it will be alleged she returned a reading 0.178 per cent BAC. She was charged with one count each of drink driving, disobeying the speed limit, driving an uninsured vehicle and unregistered vehicle.

She is scheduled to appear in Innisfail Magistrates Court on June 29.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.

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Applications close on Wednesday, 01 July 2020 at 10:00am Apply via Council’s website: www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/positions-vacant

Transfer Station Attendant The MAMS Group is seeking a Transfer Station Attendant on a part time basis, involving weekend work at the Mission Beach, Hull Heads and Murray Upper Transfer Stations.

Transfer Station Attendants are responsible for directing council, the general public and contractors in waste segregation to dispose of their waste correctly and recover suitable items in accordance with MAMS Procedures for sale in the Buyback Tip Shop.

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Johnstone Region Landcare back in business MARIA GIRGENTI JOHNSTONE Region Landcare Group has re-opened and is back in business at Johnstone Water & Land (JWAL) site at 2 Stitt Street, Innisfail thanks to a government stimulus package.

The nursery is thriving and staff are selling local plants

which are suitable for backyards, re-vegetation projects, as well as coastal and rainforest trees and is open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9.00am to 2.00pm.

There may be limited staff, so patrons are asked to be patient and mindful of COVID-19 restrictions, especially following social distancing rules and good hygiene at all times while at the site.

Johnstone Region Landcare is a group of volunteers working together and with landholders, community and council in the Johnstone Catchment with plantings and carrying out of environmental works to enhance the local environment.

For further information, please contact Fay on 0487 890 604 or via email: johnstonelandcare@gmail.com.

Diagnosis: cancer, But its a frog!

OVER the years, the frog hospital has received dozens of cases of cancer in frogs. The most dramatic cases were found to be squamous cell carcinoma but not all cancers are so obvious.

Recently a large white-lipped tree frog came in from the Ingham area with what appeared to be an aggressive flesh-eater on its face. We started antimicrobial treatment. However, the nasty looking patch did not shrink - it actually got a little bigger.

So we sent the frog off to our Consulting Vet Paul Matthews (Redlynch ValJohnstone Region Landcare Secretary Fay Falco-Mammone and life member Peter Rowles with some of the many nursery plants for sale at their JWAL site, Stitt Street, Innisfail ley Vets) to see if the inflamed tissues could be removed or better identified.

Paul was able to remove some of the growth but decided to send this sample to the lab for ID ... just in case.

The results came back as spindle cell soft tissue sarcoma. This is our first verified case of this type of neoplasia and it is the fifth form of cancer that has been confirmed from our cases. This frog now becomes number 42 in our list of known cancer cases in our website (https://www.frogsafe.org.au). The fact that amphibian cancer cases in FNQ are at such globally significant levels is cause for concern and it needs to be independently researched.

Frog hospital Founder Deborah Pergolotti implores the public to please keep watch for any frog with lumps of any kind or any other ulcerations. She says, "We can receive animals from Cooktown right down to Mackay and we can assist long-distance with cases anywhere in Australia".

If you find a frog that needs attention, always use gloves or a plastic bag over your hand to collect it and place in an ice cream container with air holes; then bring indoors while you are contacting the frog hospital on (07) 4068-9402 or email admin@frogsafe.org.au

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More support for zoos and mobile animal exhibitors level and zoos and aquariums at a Federal level, the new assistance is helping animal exhibitors who were not eligible for those packages.

operators meet their animal welfare obligations and cover operational expenses while facing these unprecedented challenges.

“In particular, mobile exhibits that show animal collections at a range of venues and very small wildlife parks may not be eligible for the larger funding packages.

“Eligible animal exhibitors can apply for a one-off grant.

Eligible exhibitors include those that are ineligible for existing state and federal funding packages,” Mr Furner said.

“Queensland has a unique and varied exhibited animal industry,” Mr Furner said.

“We have listened and have made a fund of $500,000 available to help operators care for their animals as Queenslanders unite and recover.”

“This will give them some breathing space and ensure they can continue to care for their animals while going through the steps to reopen.”

“While support packages have recently been confirmed for tourism businesses and iconic animal parks at a State

Mr Furner said the Emergency Animal Welfare COVID-19 Exhibited Animal Assistance Program was helping

For more information visit daf.qld.gov.au or email exhibitedanimalenquiry@daf.qld.gov.au

BUSINESSES that exhibit animals have been provided financial support to help care of their animals under a new Queensland Government COVID-19 emergency funding package.

Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries Mark Furner said many Queensland wildlife exhibitors had found it difficult to maintain the care and welfare of their animals with current business restrictions.

Humpbacks return to the Sunshine State for a whale of a time HUMPBACK whales are returning to the warm waters off the Queensland coast, and need space to swim, feed, and have their babies.

Minister for Environment and the Great Barrier Reef Leeanne Enoch said that 35,000 humpbacks are expected to travel along Queensland’s coast during this autumn and winter.

“Queenslanders look forward to this time of the year as the humpback whales return to our coastline, but if you’re on the water it’s important to marvel from a distance,” Ms Enoch said.

“Whales are a great tourist attraction, which is great news for tourism operators who have been impacted by COVID-19. Keeping the whales safe and healthy is key to this success.

“Boaties and recreational water users who get too close to the whales risk penalties or injury.

“Occasionally whales can become entangled in nets or stranded, and we encourage anyone who sees that to report it.”

The Marine Animal Release Team (MART) is specially trained to deal with whale entanglements and the public are advised to call them if whales become stranded.

“Boats must remain 100 metres away from whales, while personal watercrafts like Jet Skis have to maintain a 300-metre distance.

“For special interest whales, like the white whale Migaloo, Jet Ski riders must keep 500 metres away.

“These rules are in place to protect the public as well as these magnificent mammals,” Ms Enoch said.

If there are three boats within 100 metres, other skippers must remain at least 300 metres away, so the pod of whales are not crowded.

Penalties for getting too close to humpback whales include a minimum $652 on the spot fine or a maximum fine of $21,540.

Louise Matthiesson from the Queensland Conservation Council said the increase in whale populations is something to be proud of.

“Whales are a success story for conservation and show what we can do when we take action to protect a species and they flourish,” Ms Matthiesson said.

“At the moment, the whale population is increasing by about 10% each year which is great news.”

Minister Enoch said that humpbacks will be in Queensland waters until Spring when they head south to Antarctic waters, and boaties can expect to be whale watching up until November.

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AROUND THE SCHOOLS

Tully State School: Sea of Hands

Innisfail State College senior students awarded record number of QATSIF scholarships MARIA GIRGENTI INNISFAIL State College Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students are amongst the State’s most successful, with a record number having been awarded senior scholarships worth $2,000 each.

Twenty-seven students in the year 11 class of 135 at the college this year, commenced as QATSIF scholarship recipients, having joined the 21 QATSIF scholarship holders who moved into Year 12.

The Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Foundation (QATSIF) was created to give Queensland's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families increased educational choices and life opportunities.

It is an independent, not-for-profit trust managed by the Public Trustee of Queensland and operates through a small Secretariat.

At Innisfail State College, QATSIF scholarship-holders participate in the full range of academic and vocational courses of study, and the scholarship bursaries are applied to support all aspects of college attendance, from course and camp costs, to calculators and uniforms.

These students follow in the footsteps of their class of 2019 QATSIF graduates, including College captain Caitlin Watson, who was awarded the QATSIF Young Indigenous Leader Award last year.

Innisfail State College has the greatest number of QATSIF scholarship students in any school in Queensland which is an impressive achievement.

Tully State School celebrated Reconciliation Day by creating a 'Sea of Hands'. The Prep A class was very excited to show everyone what the whole school had helped with.

Some of the Innisfail State College senior students who were awarded QATSIF scholarships in 2020

Mission Beach State School flag presentation

Mission Beach State School recognises unsung heroes

FLYING the Queensland flag every day is something that means a great deal to Mission Beach State School.

Member for Hill Shane Knuth recently visited the school to present them with a new flag.

“I was pleased to present the school captains with a new flag as their old flag was in disrepair,” Mr Knuth said.

“This is the second time I have presented the school with a flag. The first time was about 3 years ago.

“Since then, there flag has gone through quite a number of severe weather events and I was pleased to be able to present the new flag to the school captains.”

Principal Gordon Robertson said he was ecstatic for the school to receive the new flag.

“We really appreciate the presentation of our new state flag by Shane,” Mr Robertson said.

“It is really important for us to fly the state and nation’s flag to show respect to our country.”

The unsung heroes of MBSS: Jexie, Debbie, Gene & Ngaio.

IMOGEN KARS

Member for Hill Shane Knuth recently represented Mission Beach State School Year 6 captains Mia van Tonder and Gus Rowe and principal Gordon Roberston with a new Queensland flag.

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IT’S safe to say that Mission Beach State School’s transition back into ‘normality’ has been an unwavering success. The tight knit school is enjoying great attendance levels, great attitudes and big smiles all around - just another feather in the cap for the resilient community of Mission Beach. Whether the battle involves cyclonic winds, torrential flooding or even a global pandemic, Mission Beach knows how to get the show back on the road.

Friday saw the annual Cleaners Day, a day that aims to recognise the tireless work of those behind the scenes at Mission Beach State School. Cleaners Breaky, falling on Cleaners Day, is an initiative MBSS takes on every year in a bid to show their appreciation for the hard work of their unsung heroes. Cleaners Jexie, Debbie, Ngaio and Gene, beloved groundsman, were treated to a delicious hot breakfast spread of bacon, eggs, sausages and more.

The celebration was well-deserved, with a recent cleaning audit unveiling the school’s high standards of cleanliness. The auditor said MBSS was ‘immaculate and amazing’ - great work, team!

Gene, the groundsman, has also taken out the top prize in the Cassowary Coast Regional Council Garden Competition for many years.

In other news, orders are in for the annual pie drive, with the school community set to dig in today.

SPORT GOLF NEWS

Innisfail Golf Club Championship Round 1 & 2 THANKS to all the members who put in the hard yards to get the course in great condition for the Club Champs and the Club House operational to comply with COVID-19 Safe Operation. Very much appreciated!

The first 2 rounds of the Club Champs were hard fought in the British Open like conditions. Wet and drizzly rain plagued the morning groups for both days, but there were some amazing scores regardless.

A Grade Andrew Rose shot the lights out on Day 1, with an incredible 3 under par 67 and a solid 74 on day 2, to open up a commanding lead in A grade. It seems that Trent, Jake and Allan are battling for 2nd place. Again!

B Grade In B Grade, Vaughan Smith held his nerve to post an impressive 82 off the stick just in front of Colin Lyons on 84.

Colin backed up his Day 1 performance with an 81 gross to be leading B Grade by 5 shots going into the final rounds.

C Grade Our C Grade held the biggest field for the Champs and was lead out by Ned Jacobsen on 85 gross closely followed

by Stephen Todd a further shot back. Kevin Walsh shot a great round on day 2 to hold a one-shot lead over Stephen after play.

Our only Junior competing in his first Club Champs, Caine Cockle (C Grade), shot a personal-best of 86 off the stick and 65 Nett to take out the Nett Prize for Day 2 and rocket up the leader board.

Ladies Division 1 There are 5 ladies competing in this year's Club Championships, great to see the ladies out in not the best conditions for play.

Addi Butorac is holding her own in Division 1, with a handy lead over Deb Smith.

Ladies Division 2 Hayley Barber also liked the morning conditions to open her Club Champship account with 92 gross and 62 nettHayley holds a good lead over Cindy and Glynnys in the Ladies Division 2 section.

DAY 1 NETT RESULTS Hayley Barber 62 nett Andrew Rose 67 nett c/b

N Jacobsen 67 nett DAY 2 NETT RESULTS Caine Cockle 65 nett Mick Wilkinson 67 nett Allan Gould 68 nett Best of luck to all players for the 2nd weekend of the Champioships️ Don't forget to check out our Facebook page, to view the photo's of the winners and Grade leaderboards.

Cardwell Golf LADIES’ Thursday competition was won by Tully’s Debbie Sutherland (34), second Jackie Olditch (32) and third Tracey Cousemacker (30).

Thursday’s 9 hole Sporters was won by Dave Hoare (24), then other places were worked out using countbacks. In second, Ken Kane (19), third Chris Taylor (19) and fourth Len White (19). The rundown was Andrew Herbertson, Kev Martin, Lindsay Hallam and Ian Burchell all on 18 points.

On Saturday and Sunday the first and second round of the Club Championships were played in unpleasant wet conditions. The men’s ‘A’ Grade leader is Wayne Sheahan (158) while Greg Smith (162) leads ‘B’ grade. The ‘C’ Grade leader is Ron Ash (172) while Chris Taylor (194) leads ‘D’ Grade. Christine Ihle (185) is the ladies’ ‘A’ grade leader while Tracey Cousemacker (214) leads ‘B’ Grade and Denise Walton (236) is ahead in ‘C’ Grade. For the full results spreadsheet go to the website cardwellgolfclub.com.

Thursday, Ladies play a Stableford, followed by Sporters. Saturday will be the third round and Sunday 4th round of the Cardwell Club Championships. If players register then there will be a separate Saturday competition for those not playing in the Championships.

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.

gaining 2nd 31/35 to Kade’s 30.5/35.5.

Sunday’s final day of the Championships was a lot milder with results as follows: Ladies Winner - Hipas Donald 69 Nett, then a C/Back to R/Up with Fran Lomas and Kelly Cavallaro both on 78 Nett - on the c/ back Fran came in 39.5/38.5 to Kelly’s 35.5/42.5.

The Men’s Winner: Gavin Camilleri 59 Nett with R/Up Tony Haydock 60 Nett.

Final results as follows for the Men’s Champion in each field: Winner ‘A’ Grade And Club Champion: Jake Perkins 267 Gross - R/Up Rhys Camilleri 283 Gross. ‘B’ Grade Champion: Gavin Camilleri 299 Gross - R/ Up Col Bidgood 303 Gross. ‘C’ Grade Champion: Arthur Hamilton 323 Gross - R/Up Stewy Worth 333 Gross. Senior Champion: Gavin Camilleri 299 Gross - R/Up Paul Marland 305 Gross. The 72 Hole Nett Winner: Gavin Camilleri 259 Nett, with 3 players R/Up on 263 Nett: Rhys Camilleri, Jake Perkins and Arthur.

Because of the lack of entries for the Ladies Championship, the ‘All Over’ Ladies Winner was Marie Pavan. Unfortunately, I don’t have any score breakdown in our ladies area.

El Arish Golf OUR final weekend of Club Championships followed through with a wet playing field for Saturday/Round 3 - the Secretaries Trophy Day. Ladies Results: Winner Hipas Donald 66 Nett - R/Up Marie Pavan 70 Nett.

Men’s Results: Winner - Jake Perkins 64 Nett, with a C/Back for R/Up between Rhys Camilleri and Kade Spencer both on 66 Nett, with Rhys

Bowls NEWS

Innisfail Ladies Bowls LAST Wednesday, ladies enjoyed a social roll up on the green and celebrated long-term member Myra Sultana's 90th birthday and 50 years since Eileen Bowden joined the club.

Yesterday, Innisfail Ladies Bowls Club held a meeting then a BYO lunch followed by an afternoon of roll-ups on the green for 20 bowlers.

Names need to be in by 1.00pm. Members are looking forward to easing of restrictions and the resumption of competition in July.

Social bowls continues on Saturday, (weather permitting) with names to be in by 12.30pm.

Innisfail lady bowlers have returned to social play, and last Wednesday celebrated the 90th birthday of member Myra Sultana (left) with a special cake at afternoon tea and 50 years since Eileen Bowden joined the club

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Innisfail United Football club players resume training MARIA GIRGENTI EXCITEMENT is building as last week Innisfail United Football Club players returned to training at Castor Park, Mourilyan as per Football Queensland's Return to Training guidelines and are looking forward to the resumption of competition on July 11.

With COVID-19 restrictions eased as per Stage 2 of Football Queensland's Return to Football Roadmap, club president Paulo Di Carlo encouraged all players, coaching staff, parents and family members to download the COVIDSafe app.

Football Queensland policy guidelines are wanting players to be registered and paid before taking the field for training. Non-contact training is being conducted in staggered groups of 20.

The team training schedule is as follows: • Ladies: Monday and Wednesday nights (Field 2) • Under 13/14's: Tuesday and Thursday from 5.15pm (Field 3) • Under 18's: Tuesday and Thursday from 5.30pm (Field 2) • Senior Men's: Tuesday and Thursday from 6.30pm • 2nd/3rd Division: Tuesday from 7.00pm There are designated Entry and Exit points at each field with hand sanitisation stations, and players are to avoid gathering in groups before and after training.

Players must adhere to the following nine rules: maintain

social distancing of 1.5m apart at all times; come prepared to training as no change rooms will be open; don't arrive more than 25 minutes before their allotted training time (remain in car five minutes before training to avoid gatherings); bring own drink bottles which must be clearly labelled and there is to be no sharing of drink bottles; parents and carers should wait in their cars to avoid gatherings; no person-to person contact training drills; minimise handling of any equipment; use hand sanitiser during drink breaks and leave promptly in a staged approach with no social activities to take place after training.

In other exciting news, after a 10-year journey of being involved in coaching of junior and mentoring the reserve grade team, club stalwart Hayden Darveniza is the new head coach of Premier Men's Head team.

Marc Di Carlo returns for his second year as Under 18s Premier Youth coach, while Second division coaches will be Robert Giueni and Paulo Di Carlo; Under 13/14 Division 1 will be Steven Berryman; Under 13/14 Division 2: Warren Gill; Reserves: Scott Davies; 2nd Division: Josh Lizzio; 3rd Division: Robert Giueni and Paulo Di Carlo while Adrian

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last weekend they almost got back into the game, they did not let it get away from them.”

CAN the Broncos last the full 80 minutes? That’s the question both fans and commentators are asking.

Andrew McCullough lines up against his former club tonight. A clash that leaves fans scratching their heads wondering why? McCullough was a stalwart for the club and shunted to reserve hooker prompting his request for release from his Broncos contract.

Whilst Brisbane made all the running in the first half, the second half belonged to the Sea Eagles.

Explosive backrower Tevita Pangai Junior and Captain Alex Glenn return to the Broncos starting side for Thursday night’s clash with Newcastle at Central Coast Stadium.

Pangai Junior is back after serving a four-week suspension from the opening win against the Cowboys in Townsville, while Glenn slots back in after a fortnight out recovering from a deep laceration to his leg against the Eels.

The pair will take the two starting spots in the second row, with Corey Oates returning to the wing and Joe Ofahengaue moving back the interchange.

Herbie Farnworth moves from wing to the centres in place of Kotoni Staggs, who suffered a grade two hamstring injury at training on Sunday.

On an extended bench, Tesi Niu will again be joined by Ben Te’o, along with Ofahengaue and Tom Flegler, plus new signing former New Zealand international Issac Luke, Rhys Kennedy, Tom Dearden and Jamil Hopoate.

Broncos Coach Antohny Seibold said: "Issac is a good fit for us too because he gets to help Cory Paix while Jake Turpin is out. We think he will be a good addition. We will name him in our 21 but he only arrived yesterday afternoon.

Seibold is wary of the Knights and their ability to contest the full eighty minutes. “In any of the games this year, Newcastle competed very strongly for the full eighty minutes,

In February, Football Queensland ran a senior coaching course at Mourilyan where 13 coaches participated and completed the first component, and once training and play is able to recommence will be able to do actual coaching aiming towards a certificate which may be completed this year or in 2021.

For further information, please contact Paulo Di Carlo on 0408 253 762 or via email: innisfailunitedfc@gmail.com, and players can obtain important news and COVID-19 updates on Innisfail United Football Club Facebook page.

New Premier Women's coach Yoel Jogiono is the current Premier Men's goal keeper and brings a wealth of experience to the role having previously being involved with coaching Olympic Football Club (BPL and Queensland NPL Women's premier/reserves), Sunshine Coast Fire (Queensland NPL Women's), Coolum Football Club (SCF Women's premier/reserves) and South Brisbane Football Club (Women's National Futsal League). He will able ably assisted by Amber Overton.

A game in two halves

After setting up a dynamic first half, heading to the sheds a half-time with a commanding lead, 18 points to 4, the Broncos capitulated, being kept scoreless in the second half whilst conceding 16 unanswered points.

Favero will be coaching director.

Since announcing his intended departure Brisbane have signed two ageing players, Te’o and Luke, changing the focus from “Baby Broncos” to “Cocoon Club Broncos”, a playing list closer to retirement than a premiership.

If the Broncos cannot start to string together wins and consecutive victories, Seibold could be replaced as coach before the end of the season. Fans, sponsors and investors alike are all expecting better direction and planning from the coach and club.

Team List: Broncos: 1. Jamayne Isaako, 2. Corey Oates, 3.

Herbie Farnworth, 4. Darius Boyd, 5. Xavier Coates, 6. Anthony Milford, 7. Brodie Croft, 8. Matthew Lodge, 9. Corey Piax, 10. Payne Haas, 11. Alex Glenn, 12. Tevita Pangai Junior, 13. Patrick Carrigan, 14. Tesi Niu, 15. Ben Te’o, 16.

Joe Ofahengaue, 17. Thomas Flegler, 18. Issac Luke, 19.

Rhys Kennedy, 20. Tom Dearden, 21. Jamil Hopoate Knights: 1. Kalyn Ponga, 2. Edrick Lee, 3. Enari Tuala, 4. Bradman Best, 5. Hymel Hunt, 6. Kurt Mann, 7. Mitchell Pearce, 8. David Klemmer, 9. Andrew McCullough, 10. Daniel Saifiti, 11. Lachlan Fitzgibbon, 12.

Sione Mata’utia, 13. Herman Ese’ese, 14. Tex Hoy, 15. Jacob Saifiti, 16. Tim Glasby, 17. Aidan Guerra, 18. Gehamet Shibasaki, 19. Pasami Saulo, 20. Phoenix Crossland, 21.

Starford To’a.

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Soccer is set to make a comeback as Innisfail United Football Club junior and senior players have recently returned to training at Castor Park, Mourilyan

NRL Telstra Premiership 2020 Pos Team

P

W

D

L

Pts

1.

Eels

5

5

0

0

10

2.

Raiders

5

4

0

1

8

3.

Storm

5

4

0

1

8

4.

Knights

5

3

1

1

7

5.

Panthers

5

3

1

1

7

6.

Roosters

5

3

0

2

6

7.

Sea Eagles

5

3

0

2

6

8.

Cowboys

5

2

0

3

4

9.

West Tigers

5

2

0

3

4

10.

Rabbithos

5

2

0

3

4

11.

Warriors

5

2

0

3

4

12.

Broncos

5

2

0

3

4

13.

Sharks

5

1

0

4

2

14.

Dragon

5

1

0

4

2

15.

Bulldogs

5

1

0

4

2

16

Titans

5

1

0

4

2

NRL Round 6 Games Knights v Broncos: Rabbitoh v Warriors: Panthers v Storm: Titans V Dragons: West Tigers v Cowboys: Roosters V Eels: Raiders V Sea Eagles: Sharks V Bulldogs: Season 2020 Stats Points: Kyle Flanagan (Roosters) 62; Mitchell Moses (Eels) 47; Kalyn Ponga (Knights) 42; Adam Reynolds (Rabbitohs) 40; Kyle Feldt (Cowboys) 34: Tries: Kyle Feldt (Cowboys) 6; David Nofoaluma (West Tigers) 6; Kotoni Stagg (Broncos) 5; Edrick Lee (Knights) 5; Bradman Best (Knights) 5: Goals: Kyle Flanagan (Roosters) 25; Mitchell Moses (Eels) 21; Adam Reynolds (Rabbitohs) 18; Cameron Smith (Storm) 16; Jarrod Croker (Raiders) 15: Tackles: Alex Twal (West Tigers) 261; Apisai Koroisau (Panthers) 259; Damian Cook (Rabbitohs) 237; Issah Yeo (Panthers) 235; Jeremy Marshall-King (Bulldogs) 233:

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THE seas dropped on Sunday allowing the larger boats to travel out to the main reefs. Visibility was poor due to a sea mist, something that is rarely seen, almost eerie.

The few boats that fished the main reefs reported reasonable numbers of Coral Trout. The spear fishos also did well with some great Coral Trout, Blue Tuskers and the odd Reef Jack.

Closer in around the shale patches in the shipping channel good numbers of both School and Spanish Mackerel were caught mainly by trolling baits such as gar or lures such as the Jackson G Control or the Zerek Speed Donkey. Best results on these lures can be obtained by keeping your trolling speed up around the eight knot mark.

I did hear some reports of Nannygai but mostly smaller juvenile fish.

Closer in around the Family Group of Islands the calm seas allowed for the rare opportunity to fish of a evening for Fingermark or Grunter. I saw several boats settling in for the evening but haven`t heard any reports as yet. With the ideal tides I would expect they should have had some great catches.

I returned from the tablelands on Sunday afternoon to find the seas down so called a friend and quickly got the boat ready to head out to the islands and chase a Spaniard. It was a good move the Spaniards were schooled up in numbers and biting. We managed two Spaniards on two passes one about 7 kg and another around the 18kg. mark. It was hard to drive away with a massive school of Macks showing up on the sounder however two is plenty, so we moved on to chase some tuna that were busting up around us. With fishing still available like this, isn`t it a great place to live. This break in the weather was not really expected

so it pays to have the boat ready so you can head off quickly.

The fishing in the estuaries has improved over the past week with water temperature rising to over 26 degrees during the heat of the afternoon. Although hardly on fire reasonable numbers of both Barra and Mangrove Jacks have been caught over the past week. This report is being written on Monday, I expect the lure fishing to improve even more as the waters warm this week.

The Hinchinbrook area continues to fish well with some great Grunter caught over the past week despite the smaller run in the tide. The Barra and Jacks have also been turning up with good numbers being reported mostly from the heart and southern end of the channel. Reports have also come in of some great catches of Fingermark from boats fishing the drop offs and rubble patches in the Hinchinbrook area.

Although not in huge numbers there has been some good whiting being caught in both the Hinchinbrook area and the coastal creeks.

Mud Crab numbers are dropping off, however it is still worthwhile to take the time to set a few pots, positive reports are coming from both the coastal creeks and the Hinchinbrook channel.

The weather reports have been varying daily and have been quite unreliable recently. At this early stage of the week the report for this weekend is 15 to 20 knots on Saturday with the winds dropping during Sunday. Let’s hope this is another repeat of last weekend and we get another chance to get out on Sunday.

Either side of the early morning high tide will suite those that wish to chase a grunter. It will also be a great tide to have a fish for a school or Spanish Mackerel. Either side of the mid afternoon low tide will allow give anglers a chance to catch a Barra or a Jack. Family fisherman could also fish along the edge of the sandbars during the afternoon run in tide for a bream or whiting.

The afternoon low tide will cause some access problems at river mouths or shallow boat ramps.

Good Fishing Roly Newton Tackle World Tully

info@ccin.com.au

FRESH WOLF HERRING IN STORE

JUNE

THU 18 1:25 am 1.45m 7:16 am 2.59m 1:33 pm 0.78m 8:10 pm 3m FRI 19 1:54 am 1.4m 7:43 am 2.54m 1:55 pm 0.72m 8:38 pm 3.11m SAT 20 2:27 am 1.36m 8:13 am 2.5m 2:21 pm 0.68m 9:09 pm 3.2m SUN 21 3:02 am 1.33m 8:46 am 2.45m 2:51 pm 0.66m 9:44 pm 3.25m MON 22 3:41 am 1.34m 9:23 am 2.39m 3:25 pm 0.69m 10:22 pm 3.26m TUE 23 4:25 am 1.38m 10:06 am 2.32m 4:04 pm 0.76m 11:05 pm 3.22m WED 24 5:18 am 1.43m 10:58 am 2.23m 4:51 pm 0.88m 11:55 pm 3.14m

Roly Newton with a good Spanish Mackerel from the Islands. Caught on a trolled wolf herring.

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Kyle Feldt sharpens his skills in training

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likely to join Michael Morgan and John Asiata on the sidelines this week.

SATURDAY night will see a battle between the Cowboys currently sitting inside the 8 and the West Tigers sitting in ninth position on the ladder. Both teams are two wins from their 5 starts this season and on paper the Cowboys could be slightly head.

A win for the West Tiger could see them climb back into the eight, there’s a lot at stake for both clubs this weekend.

The Wests Tigers will be desperate to bounce back from

Jason Taumalolo assumes captaincy duties for the first time with the Cowboys, with the extra responsibility he

Wests Tigers head in to the contest with a good overall record against the Cowboys — having won their last three meetings and five of the last six games between the two sides — but haven't beaten them at Campbelltown since 2014.

looms large as the danger man to watch for Wests Tigers

Teams:

this weekend.

Cowboys:

North Queensland Toyota Cowboys young gun Connelly Lemuelu will make his NRL debut in Saturday night’s clash with the Wests Tigers at Campbelltown Stadium.

1. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, 2. Kyle Feldt,

3. Justin O’Neill, 4. Esan Marsters, 5. Connelly Lemuelu, 6. Scott Drinkwater, 7. Jake Clifford, 8. Francis Molo, 9.

Reece Robson, 10. Josh McGuire, 11. Mitch Dunn, 12. Coen

consecutive defeats against Canberra and the cellar dwellers

Lemuelu joined the Cowboys prior to the 2020 season

Hess, 13. Jason Taumalolo, 14. Ben Hampton, 15. Corey

on the heels of a stellar season in the NSW Cup with the

Titans.

Jensen, 16. Peter Hola, 17. Gavin Cooper, 18. Tom Opacic,

Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs.

19. Shane Wright, 20. Reuben Cotter, 21. Emry Pere.

After a much-improved performance against a quali-

The 21-year-old played every backline position for the

ty Canberra Raiders since last weekend, Wests Tigers will

West Tigers: 1. Adam Doueihi, 2. David Nofoaluma, 3.

Bulldogs in 2019, but will make his debut on the wing for

head in to Saturday's game with improved confidence but

Joseph Leilua, 4. Moses Mbye, 5. Robert Jennings, 6. Josh

the Cowboys with Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow moving to full-

still wary of the job at hand to get back in the winners' circle.

back to replace the injured Valentine Holmes.

Reynolds, 7. Luke Brooks, 8. Josh Aloiai, 9. Harry Grant, 10. Zane Musgrove, 11. Luke Garner, 12. Luciano Leilua,

North Queensland were dealt a serious blow in last

A big game is expected by the NRL leading try scorer

13. Alex Twal, 14. Matt Eisenhuth, 15. Thomas Mikaele, 16.

week's loss to the New Zealand Warriors with star fullback

Kyle Feldt after a strong performance against the Warriors

Sam McIntyre, 17. Michael Chee Kam, 18. Benji Marshall,

Valentine Holmes and experienced forward Jordan McLean

scoring twice in their 37 point to 26 point loss.

19. Chris Lawrence, 20. Billy Walters, 21, Reece Hoffman.

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