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KATTER’S Australian Party (KAP) Deputy Leader and Hinchinbrook MP, Nick Dametto is relieved for Cardwell’s residents following Mayor Mark Nolan’s announcement that the Council has received correspondence from the Deputy Prime Minister stating the Commonwealth is looking to release the $1.5m funding for the One Mile Creek emergency dredging project.

The One Mile Creek emergency dredging project is funded through the Australian Government’s Community Development Grants Program.

“After a relentless amount of lobbying and banging on Ministers’ doors, the Federal Government has finally coughed up the $1.5 million commitment made by the LNP in the lead up to the last Federal election,” Mr Dametto said.

“It’s taken a lot of hard work from all stakeholders involved to get to this point.

“Thank you to the Federal Government, the Honourable Bob Katter, Queensland State Development, and the Cassowary Coast Regional Council for each of their involvement in securing the emergency dredging funding for One Mile Creek.

“The condition of One Mile Creek has raised some serious safety concerns with residents and visitors over the years. For example, the Cardwell Coast Guard has not been able to respond to any potential distress calls due to the vessel spending most of its time high and dry in the mud.

“Restoring all tidal access at Port Hinchinbrook will revitalise tourism and stimulate Cardwell’s economy. Also, access to the public boat ramp will draw in boaties from all over the North looking to fish the Hinchinbrook Channel and nearby reefs.

“Cardwell residents have been living in limbo since Cyclone Yasi and although we

Weekly Bible Verse Then I saw “a new heaven and a new earth,” for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and there was no longer any sea. I saw the Holy City, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride beautifully dressed for her husband. And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “Look! God’s dwelling place is now among the people, and he will dwell with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God. ‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’ or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”

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Those who are victorious will inherit all this, and I will be their God and they will be my children.

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are some way off from full normalisation of Port Hinchinbrook this is an important step forward and I’m sure today will be celebrated by many residents.”

During the radio interview with ABC Far North Queensland, Mayor Mark Nolan stated it is looking very positive for the community.

“Last Friday, CEO Andrew Graffen received correspondence from the Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce in relation to the funding of the One Mile Creek emergency dredging and the Commonwealth is looking to make a release in regard to the funding,” said Mayor Mark Nolan.

The Hinchinbrook MP thanked the Cardwell community for their advocacy on the matter and looks forward to Council progressing with the request for tender procurement process and awarding the successful tender.

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SARI RUSSO MR Doug Ladner has an impressive resume of looking after his community during his 95 years.

Mr Ladner is known in the Hinchinbrook community for his dedication to active volunteering since 1968.

He has taken up important roles such as Air Training Corps, the Ingham S.E.S., and he worked in the timber industry.

Due to his vast knowledge in these areas, Mr Ladner was often asked for advice and assistance. He gave his service happily.

In 2011 Mr Ladner was named by the S.E.S. as a Queensland great. When the S.E.S. awarded Mr Ladner with forty years of service, he gave his speech and shared his heart for his community and how he just likes helping people.

Mr Ladner received numerous awards during his time in the S.E.S. including: • National Medal for Service • Outstanding & Dedicated Award • Meritorious Service Awards • Service Recognition with the State Emergency Service

• Hinchinbrook Shire Citizen of the Year 1999 He also volunteered his time on several committees in the Hinchinbrook community.

It was during his time working for the timber industry that he got the nickname ‘Bush Boss’, and he is quoted in the Herbert River Express back in February 1985 having said, “Anyone in timber is a conservationist.

“The forest is not meant to be left idle with trees Doug and Elma Ladner rotting away.

“We’re in the business of sustained, not clear-felling, which is rather like judicious farming of the forest.”

Mr Ladner shared how glad he was when changes in the logging industry ensured that it no longer occurred in a hap-hazard way but was more conservationfocused.

Mr Ladner was honoured in the 5000-piece peoplescape erected in Canberra during the centenary of federation event.

His wife Elma and daughter Rose-Maree shared how proud they are of Mr Ladner’s achievements during his life.

Pump Track in Cardwell expected to open soon LEXY MARQUIS JUNE 2022 will herald the opening of the highly anticipated and sought after Pump Track in Cardwell, site permissions and weather permitting.

'Nearby businesses and the Community Hall may experience some noise and impacts from the construction works however Council will work to ensure that any impacts are minimised.'

Cassowary Coast Regional Council commits to the Cardwell Mountain Bike Trail Project. The contract towards this has been recently awarded for constructing a pump track. The pump track will add a new attraction for locals and tourists alike.

Councillor Barnes said, "The pump track is a progressive riding track suitable for bikes, scooters, and skateboards.

Its unique modular design comprises rollers and berms. It creates a fun riding flow that propels riders around the track without pedalling.

"It's a great way to increase bike skills

for younger riders, and for the whole family to enjoy cycling in a safe, trafficfree environment. A pump track is not only for the young, even I'm keen to give it a go. I've used the Bunya pump track before and thought it was great and I am excited we will be able to bring this facility for the Cassowary Coast residents to use and enjoy." said Councillor Barnes.

At their recent council meeting, Councillors voted to award the tender to the Far North Queensland company, World Trail pty ltd, which has a wealth of experience, having previously designed, planned and constructed hundreds of projects in over 20 countries.

The Council anticipates that the Pump track will commence early works in the mountain bike infrastructure that will catalyse the envisioned significant projects of the mountain bike trails in the Cardwell area, which is outlined in detail in the "Cardwell Tropical Mountain Bike Project Feasibility Report'.

The Cardwell Mountain Bike Trail Project has been allocated funding under

the federal government's COVID-19 Relief and Recovery Funds of $500,000 for the stage 1 - Early Works Project. The Queensland Government will administer the funding.

During this stage, Cardwell's new biking infrastructure will be completed, including the pump track, trailhead, bike wash, car parking, and signage.

The signage indicates the existing informal trails to further establish Cardwell's name as a tourist destination for mountain bikers.

The Cardwell Mountain Bike Trail Project is an ambitious and exciting endeavour. Expecting to firmly place Cardwell on the map as a must-do worldclass biking destination and generate significant economic benefits to the region through Mountain Bike tourism.

The Girringun/Girramay Traditional Owners have approved the project so far, and the attraction is expected to bring many visitors to Cardwell from far and wide. With an estimated 30,000 riders anticipated, it equates

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to an approximate $18.1 million visitor spend with 86,000 hotel nights booked per annum. This has flow-on effects on cafes and restaurants, and the entire community will enjoy the benefits.

Opportunities for investments and employment are expected to increase due to the new attraction.

Planned are 94kms of trails, comprising 26 individual trails (1 x Gravity Epic Trail, 8 x Flow, Airflow, Gravity Trails, 16 x Adventure Trails, 1 x Wilderness Trail and 1 x Link Trail).

These trails will cater to beginners, intermediate and more experienced riders. The trailhead will open to the individual trails that link three main areas; Attie Creek, the seven sisters (Elphinstone Range) and Cardwell Lookout.

The total cost to create the project is forecast at $8,266,541 (without contingency) and $10,550,913 (with contingency). Annual maintenance is expected to be $170,000.

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The Bringing Up Great Kids program THE Bringing Up Great Kids program in Innisfail commences this Friday, March 11 and runs over three Fridays until March 25.

This program aims to support parents and carers to learn more about their own parenting style; identify essential messages they want to tell their children; learn about brain development in children and its influence on their thoughts; feelings, and behaviour, as well as understand the meaning behind children’s behaviours, and how to respond to children’s underlying feelings and needs.

Babies in arms are welcome, with light refreshments provided.

Sessions occur at Innisfail VPG, 158a Edith Street from 10.00am - 12.00pm.

Bookings are essential, so please get in touch with Alana on 0488 321 605 or via email: alana@ vpginc.com.au.

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Shane Greenwood

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HARMONY day is held annually on March 21 to celebrate our cultural diversity and highlight the valuable contributions of people from all cultures who call Australia home. After all, our diversity is one of the reasons Australia is such a great place to live. It is a time to celebrate Australian multiculturalism. Australia is one of the most successful multicultural countries globally, and we should celebrate this and work to maintain it.

Harmony Day is about inclusiveness, respect and belonging for all Australians, regardless of cultural or linguistic background, united by a set of core Australian values.

The message of Harmony Day is 'everyone belongs.' Let's come together through family, friends, schools, workplaces, and wider communities to celebrate our diversity.

Attendees of the 2022 World Day of Prayer in Tully PEOPLE from all the different churches of Tully and surrounds recently gathered at the Tully Baptist church to participate in the 2022 World Day of Prayer on Friday, March 4. The World Day of Prayer is an international event where Christians worldwide gather on the same day to pray for current worldwide events, people suffering from abuse, illness, war, and much more.

This year's world day of prayer was hosted by the countries of England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, and the theme was "I know the plans I have for you", coming from Jeremiah 29.

Women from many different churches participated in running the event, and Diana shared an incredible testimony of how God has carried her through significant hardships in her life. Donations from the event went

towards a charity initiative, 'Bibles for babies', which provides beautiful age-appropriate Bibles for babies and young children.

The incredible cake made by Carol Dugue

Beryl Watson cutting the cake

After the service, there was a delicious spread for morning tea, the highlight of which was an incredible cake made by Carol Dugue from Tully pies.

It was a lovely event, and the churches of Tully look forward to coming together for the World Day of Prayer again in 2023.

This year the TSC is producing 150 Harmony Day activity books that celebrate our diversity and bring people together. As a part of the activity book, we are also running a colouring-in competition.

This year the TSC will partner with schools and daycares across the region to raise awareness that although we are all unique, we are part of the larger multicultural Australia. Collectively we all contribute to a vibrant, inclusive Australian society. And that is to be celebrated.

For more information, don't hesitate to get in touch with Maxine on 40681004 or email maxine@ tullysupportcentre.com.au.

The TSC is funded by the Queensland Government and has been servicing communities throughout the Cassowary Coast since 1991.

The Tully Support Centre is located at 54 Bryant Street in Tully, opening hours Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9 am to 1 pm & 2 pm to 4 pm, and Wednesday 9 am to 1 pm & 2 pm to 6 pm.

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."

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The Innisfail Community Band looking to hit the right note in 2022 arts and culture in regional Queensland.

MARIA GIRGENTI AFTER a delayed start due to COVID-19, the Innisfail Community Band has started rehearsals and making music at the Con Theatre in 2022.

Last November, the group finished 2021 on a spectacular note hosting ‘A Journey of Jazz’ concert at the Con Theatre, Innisfail.

Throughout 2021, the band supported local community events across the Cassowary Coast region.

The concert featured a range of pieces throughout the year plus new ones.

This afternoon concert, supported by the Cassowary Coast Regional Council and Regional Arts Development Fund, went for close to two hours and enjoyed a very enthusiastic and appreciative audience.

The Regional Arts Development Fund is a partnership between the Queensland Government and Cassowary Coast Regional Council to support local

Professor Rob McWilliams, born in Melbourne and an internationally accomplished jazz trumpeter, was the special guest at the concert.

As a performing artist on trumpet and keyboard, McWilliams has extensive performing experience with domestic and international symphonic and jazz ensembles, including performances with jazz artists Mickey Tucker, Bobby Shew, Dale Barlow, Andy Martin, Wilbur Wilde and Paul Grabowsky.

McWilliams showed his trumpet wizardry in the Miles Davis classic ‘Round Midnight’ and performed with talented young pianist Luke O’Neill in the piece ‘Black Nile.’

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big band music and Motown.

While only a group of amateurs, the band members displayed prowess in their instruments, often changing from one instrument to another depending on the song.

Alex Langton switched from playing the trumpet to performing with a small combo on the guitar, whilst Sean O’Shea interchanged between the tuba in Dixieland classic ‘When the Saints Come Marching In’ to the trumpet in a big band piece.

A special mention to singers Sarah Manley and Melissa Willard, who belted out various songs on the day ranging from soul through to Motown. Their duet featuring Gospel classic ‘Do Lord’ had the audience singing along.

It is hard to believe that the band is composed primarily of local amateur musicians who have a passion for music.

While it was the Innisfail Community Band Jazz Ensemble performance, the music featured far wider than jazz.

Innisfail Community Band rehearses each Tuesday from 7.30 pm at the Con Theatre Innisfail, under the talented and watchful eye of musical director/brass player Adrian Frost.

The eclectic program featured something for everyone, including modern ballads, movie themes,

The band’s first official event is on stage at the Innisfail Feast of The Senses River Feast on March 27.

The Innisfail Community Band with special guest Dr Rob McWilliams at their final concert in 2021 at the Con Theatre.

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Bringing Truth Back to the Community SARI RUSSO SO many people are offended. And so many people who are offended that those people are offended.

How can we be at peace with ourselves and our lives?

In our academic circles, ‘the truth will set you free’ is often quoted with the belief that studying science will bring you to a point of real freedom and understanding.

But when I watch what is currently happening in the world, I cannot see science setting anyone free.

What I can see is a world that is arguing incessantly on topics of interest, and neither side are willing to concede any points.

Therefore, it is important to hand things over to Jesus so that we can then walk in the real truth.

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Letters to the editor

the current trajectory, it is my opinion the industry will simply not survive these regulations in the mid to longterm.

Since the last Parliament sitting, the LNP has tried to pull the wool over the eyes of the ag industry, claiming that it has sought to address Labor’s laws but in fact the LNP have effectively endorsed them.

The LNP have declared that their amendment “omits the entire Katter bill”.

This means they are seeking to completely dissolve the KAP’s attempt to repeal Labor’s laws, while trying to tack on amendments that would incentivise growers to adopt “BPM” by granting them immunity from Department of Environment and Science inspectors if – and only if – they are adhering to the BMP standards which, I must add, are above and beyond Labor’s regulations.

My suggestion is the LNP will have to get up earlier than that if they think they are going to get this one past farmers; they didn’t come down in the last shower.

The LNP’s attempted amendments do nothing to free farmers from the reef regulations that are suffocating them and, in fact, endorses Labor’s overreach.

Next week we are expecting to see the vote go through the Parliament and, very disappointingly, we now know the LNP will side with Labor to vote against the KAP’s bill.

If you live in one of the six reef catchment areas and believe your town depends on agriculture, I suggest you encourage your local MP to cross the floor and back the industry that supports you.

Nick Dametto MP, KAP Member for Hinchinbrook.

“Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free” John 8:32

Alarm bells for farmers THE first sitting week of the State Parliament for 2022 has set off alarm bells for Queensland’s farmers.

Katter’s Australian Party’s bill to reverse the draconian and misguided reef regulations introduced

by Labor in 2019 was debated, and Labor and the LNP came clean that they would both vote it down in the coming weeks.

The KAP’s bill delivers on a 2020 State Election promise, where I pledged to do all I could to reverse Labor’s legislation if returned to the seat of Hinchinbrook.

From the outset, farmers have called for the scrapping of the unworkable 2019 legislation and even those who are “Best Management Practice” (BMP) approved have demanded a reduction in unnecessary red and green tape.

In 2019, Labor used questionable science to claim that sediment and nutrient run-off from farmers’ properties was damaging the Great Barrier Reef.

KAP, the ag industry and a collection of independent scientists believe these allegations are unfair and unfounded and are based on flawed science that is hamstrung by its devotion to the stifling and impossible “pre-cautionary principle”.

Personally I believe the current reef regulations were a PR stunt enabling Labor to claim it is saving the reef, and as a mechanism for the Federal Coalition Government to comply with the environmental demands of UNESCO. The impact of the reef regulations on farmers has been severe; they now must get permission from bureaucrats in Brisbane to do the basic on-farm activities they have for generations. If we head on

Tully Garden Club THE Tully Garden Club is holding their first meeting of the year on Saturday, March 12, at the Tully Masonic Hall, at 1.30pm.

Following the meeting there will be a demonstration of propagation of Philadendron.

Tea and Coffee will be provided. Please bring your own cup and a plate of goodies to share!

There will be a plant swap following the meeting for suitable plants, and a give away table for cuttings and other things from your garden.

A raffle will be held and the lucky draw will begin again.

Guests are most welcome.

John Copeman Tully Garden Club Secretary The views and opinions expressed in this article are the personal views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions held by the Wet Tropic Times, its Editor, or staff.

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APA Group Fights to Protect Fossil-Fuelled Monopoly KATTER'S Australian Party Leader and Traeger MP Robbie Katter said the main - and perhaps only­ genuine critic of the nation-building CopperString 2.0 project was the corporation that currently has a fossilfuelled energy monopoly in North West Queensland.

Mr Katter, whose state electorate of Traeger would encompass the entire project, said APA Group currently had a stranglehold on the local energy market that was crippling economic expansion.

"APA are a greedy corporation whose only intention by slagging off at the CopperString project is to protect their $90 million a year, unregulated monopoly," he said.

afforded to the majority of Australia.

Copperstring 2.0, the project to connect the North West Mineral Province (NWMP) to the National Electricity Market (NEM) via a 1,100km transmission line, has the support of all major stakeholders in North Queensland.

This includes the Federal Coalition Government, the State Labor Government, peak bodies including Townsville Enterprise, Northern Queensland mayors, and most small and medium enterprises in the region.

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"The APA-run monopoly in the North West is so dysfunctional they require ACCC exemptions from competition law just to operate, and they can't even keep the lights on.

"By trying to block the grid connections they are not only denying Queensland expansion of critical minerals production, they are blocking the development of more than 2,000MW of renewables across the Mount Isa to Townsville corridor."

APA customers in the North West, who are currently paying more than $200MW-hour for electricity, have since lashed the monopoly power supply publicly. 1 A customer told the Australian Financial Review it "had to buy the natural gas for APA to convert into their electricity" and agree to "onerous terms that force them to, for example, to keep paying for power even during their regulator stoppages for maintenance work".

"They are the one provider: if you want to consume power in the Mount Isa region, you have to come with hat in hand to them and they effectively set the terms," the unidentified mining customer said.

Mr Katter said all the North West wanted was to be connected to the same energy market that was

PM's new weapons useless without fuel security KENNEDY MP, Bob Katter, has welcomed the Prime Minister's announcement on missiles and submarines but says these new weapons will be useless unless Australia has sovereign fuel security.

Mr Katter said he had been calling for the things the PM has announced today for more than 12 months.

"I wish to put on record our sincere appreciation at the very strong leadership shown by the Prime Minister and his decision on missiles," Mr Katter said.

"And while it might be valid to say 'too little, too late,' I would argue that it is never too late. Skiting about missiles is one thing, but there is still no intention to address fuel security or the training of young boys and girls in how to use rifles.

"Offensive weaponry or long-range tomahawks are great, but they are not a missile fortress wall. We must defend our island. Our advice from the highest levels of the armed forces says that 150 to 200,000 missiles are needed.

"We need platforms to launch these missiles in the form of patrol boats, that should be made in Cairns. I have written to Minister Dutton about restarting navy boat building in Cairns. They should be built in northern Australia where they will be used."

Mr Katter said there is no use talking about weaponry, tanks, subs or planes if you don't have the infrastructure or the fuel supply to back them up.

"To talk about defence when realistically you have thirty days fuel

supply is not just naive, it's positively disastrous," he said.

"The crossbenchers in Canberra have put forward a sovereign fuel bill which I would argue is screamingly obvious."

The legislation involves: 1. A ban on the export of Australian oil so it will be processed in Australian refineries.

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All suburban waste disposal will be converted to diesel and other drop in fuels.

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All metropolitan-based government vehicles are Australian made, in majority-Australian-owned factories.

Our electric buses are already being built in Australia.

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A renewable fuel mandate, creating an enormous supply of biofuels from sugar cane-fibre, algae, gain and biochar from invasive weeds like prickly acacia.

"A defence-missile fortress wall, fuel security and rifles. Those are your three great weapons," Mr Katter said.

"Every boy, and arguably every girl in Australia, should be taught how to use a rifle. Once they have a gun in their hand, you've made them into guerilla patriots – most powerful.

"Every military book ever written will tell you that you need 20 conventional troops for every guerilla troop. Napoleon Bonaparte found that out, as Adolf Hitler found out in Leningrad, as did the Russian president in Afghanistan, as America found out in Vietnam, and as Russia will find out in the Ukraine."

Mr Katter said the major parties had sold Australia out, and now was the time to turn back the tide.

"We don't have control when foreign entities have control over our power stations, over our farms, over our ports, over our defence data and through our universities," he said.

"A Chinese 'invasion' could be as simple as a shipping vessel pulling into the Port of Darwin with a battalion of red guard marines, or ten giant freight aeroplanes could land in Merredin Airbase, and it is all over red rover.

"The PMs speech brought me no comfort as to Australia's defence

strategy in such a situation. As deeply appreciative as I am of his speech, I was just left with the disquieting feeling that we are looking at a Brisbane line once again. During WWII, it was never a north-south line. It was decided to protect Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide. The rest would need to be given to the enemy.

"So, to the people who live in those places, I would like to remind you that our exports consist of iron ore, coal, gold, cattle, silver/lead/zinc, aluminium, copper, crops. Every single one of those export earners is in that area – outside of the Brisbane line: the golden 'nullanulla". We must defend it."

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The FOCUS Photography Exhibition & Awards

THE FOCUS Photography Exhibition & Awards, sponsored by Tassal, is our annual community photographic exhibition. Open to photographers of all ages and skill levels, this is an excellent opportunity to engage the entire family in a family-friendly community exhibition. We look forward to an array of diverse images from amongst several different categories and invite you to 'give it your best shot'.

The popular Mission Arts FOCUS Photographic Exhibition and Awards is on again this year, so get out your mobile phone, old Box Brownie or fancy SLR camera and give us your best shot. Photographers and 'happy snappers' are encouraged to start snapping to win over $1000 worth of prizes. The Exhibition opens Saturday, March 19, 2022, and will be showing until Wednesday, April 26, 2022, giving photographers plenty of time to grab that perfect shot.

"Anyone can participate in this exhibition, from kids to seniors and most people have at least one photo they are really proud of. This exhibition gives people a chance to share their photos with the community. And who knows; they may take out a great prize along the way!" said Neil Clarke, President of Mission Arts.

There are categories to suit all photographers, and Mission Beach businesses sponsor individual award prizes:

Landscape or Seascape People Pets Places Far North Queensland Flora and Fauna Youth Judges Choice People's Choice Award Our major event sponsor, Tassal, will officially open the FOCUS Photography Exhibition and Awards on Saturday, March 19, 2022, at 6 pm. Bookings will be required to ensure compliance with current Public Health Directives and can be made at https://www. trybooking.com/BWXPA The event is free of charge, but gold coin donations are gratefully accepted. All proceeds will further the ongoing exhibitions, events and programming at Mission Arts.

Contact Mission Arts on 4088 6116 (10 am-2pm) or email admin@missionarts.com.au.

Covid-19 update: Please note that a COVID Safe Plan is in place, and physical distancing guidelines will be observed. Attendee numbers are limited due to current Public Health Directions. Pre-booking is highly suggested to ensure space availability.

Great successes!

THE Mission Beach Historical Society (MBHS) is dedicated to collecting, preserving, exhibiting, and interpreting all of Mission Beach's history to ensure that future generations may fully see and appreciate the rich heritage of our community.

Last December, the Mission Beach Historical Society submitted a funding application through The Culture, Heritage and Arts Regional Tourism (CHART) program, administered by the Australian Museums and Galleries Association, for a project called 'Development of an interactive website'.

(in an envelope with the person's details and the number of images); he will restore, digitalise, store the images, and provide digital copies of selected photographs.

We meet at C4, next to Mission Beach Tourism, on the first Thursday of the month at 10:30 am.

Everyone is warmly welcome! We will meet again on Thursday, 7 April 2022.

If you are keen on local history, feel free to join the Mission Beach Historical Society.

Please contact: Dr Valerie Boll, president, 0448 801 195 / valerieboll_27@hotmail.com or Mr Ken Gray, secretary, 07 4068 7617 / kengray430@gmail.com.

Eggplant Lasagne Serves: 8 Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 15-20 minutes 2 serves per portion

Ingredients 2 eggplants, sliced into thin circles 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, finely diced 2 garlic cloves, finely diced 400g can diced tomatoes 1 zucchini, grated 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar Cracked black pepper 300g ricotta cheese, reduced fat 1 teaspoon nutmeg ½ cup basil leaves, finely chopped Olive oil spray ½ cup grated cheese, reduced fat

Method PREHEAT oven to 180°C (160°C fan forced).

HEAT oil in saucepan over medium heat, add onion, cook until golden, then add garlic and stir.

ADD tomatoes and zucchini, bring to the boil and reduce heat to low, simmer for 10 minutes.

STIR in balsamic vinegar and pepper.

COMBINE ricotta, nutmeg and basil in a small bowl.

GREASE a medium sized baking tray with olive oil spray and arrange the eggplant rounds into a thin layer. Top with some of the tomato mixture. Keep layering the eggplant and tomato mixture.

TOP with ricotta mixture and sprinkle with cheese.

BAKE in oven for 40 minutes or until golden brown on top.

Recipe courtesy of the Rhonda Walton, Tully Branch

The CHART program is a $3 million Australian Government program that aims to support community cultural, heritage and arts organisations in regional Australia as they recover from the impacts of COVID-19. We are delighted to announce that our application has been successful.

Rotary Mission Beach has also committed a donation to cover some administrative costs, and we thank them for their support.

The Mission Beach Historical Society has a new project and is reaching out to Cassowary Coast residents for old photographs taken in and around Mission Beach to build an image database.

Please let us know if you have any photographs, stories, or documents that would assist us.

Roger Tharratt from Art, Print, Frame - 12 Stephens St, Mission Beach - has offered to help. He is starting and hosting an image database for MBHS. He is happy for people to drop images at his place

Rotary meeting 1st March 2022 - Kyliea Sim, Rotary Social Media Officer, with a focus on Facebook, Penelope Goward, MBHS treasurer and Chris Wills, Rotary President

Empowering women through education and health is a priority for the Queensland Country Women’s Association (QCWA). The QCWA Country Kitchens program, funded by the Queensland Government through Health and Wellbeing Queensland, supports Queenslanders to adopt healthier lifestyles. To find out more about the program visit https://qcwacountrykitchens.com.au/.

Empowering women through education and health is a priority for the Queensland Country Women’s Association (QCWA). The QCWA Country Kitchens program, funded by the Queensland Government through Health and Wellbeing Queensland, supports Queenslanders to adopt healthier lifestyles. To find out more about the program visit https://qcwacountrykitchens.com.au/.

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Going bananas at this year’s Feast of the Senses MARIA GIRGENTI AUSTRALIAN Bananas is again proud to be a major sponsor of Queensland’s premier tropical food festival, the Feast of the Senses, centred around the town of Innisfail.

This year’s Feast, which has been running for 19 years, will be from March 24 - 27.

“We are delighted that Australian Bananas will once again be sponsoring our biggest event, the Sunday River Feast on the Innisfail riverfront,” said committee president Ros Jensen.

“It’s a huge undertaking for our volunteer committee, and we very much appreciate their support,” said Ms Jensen.

The banana industry has a huge economic impact on the Cassowary Coast as one of the region’s single largest employers.

“It’s only fitting that this vital industry would support a community festival, promoting tropical and rare fruits that are grown in our region. Our festival is only viable with the support of sponsors like Australian Bananas and the participation of the local community at our events,” stated Ms Jensen.

“There’s something for everyone throughout the festival, from food trail tours, tropical cocktail cruises, Taste of the Tropics Dinner, to a huge day on the riverfront with food and entertainment, market stalls, cooking stage with demonstrations and tastings, as well as the Feast of Fun Kid Zone with children’s activities.”

The volunteer committee is in the final stages of organisation for the River Feast event, ensuring the day runs smoothly.

This month marks the fifth anniversary of Guinness Book of Records World’s Largest Banana Split Attempt title of 8.04km, so it is only fitting that participating local businesses have jumped on board to create their signature banana splits for their dessert menu.

These participating businesses are Sugar & Spice

Café, Romarge Café, Empire Café, Oliver’s Deli, Famishes, Sapore di Italia, Riverfront Café, Jagad’s Epicurian Emporium, Crown Hotel, Barrier Reef Motel, Goondi Hill Hotel, Queens Hotel and Brothers Leagues Club.

For further information on Australian Bananas River Feast, stall-holder applications, volunteers, and all festival events and ticket bookings, please visit www. feastofthesenses.com.au or the Feast of the Senses Facebook page.

Australian Bananas, once again the major sponsor of the Feast of the Senses River Feast will have a stall running where their refreshing banana smoothies always prove popular.

Innisfail’s inaugural School Savy Pop-Up Shop hailed a huge success STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARIA GIRGENTI IN the first hour of opening, over 60 families visited the Innisfail School Savy Pop-Up Shop held at Johnstone Shire Hall last month, which is the biggest opening yet.

This was the first time the Pop-Up Shop was held in Innisfail, and over two days, it assisted 140 families, 322 children and 35 free haircuts.

A total of 974 children and 470 families from 68 schools between Cairns

and Innisfail benefitted from this year’s School Savy program run by Centacare FNQ. School Savvy’s goal is to support local families on lower incomes or those experiencing challenging times to get their children back to school with what they need. Hence, they are ready to learn as the new school year starts.

The Pop-Up Shop featured pre-loved and new uniforms, shoes, backpacks, stationery and school supplies for primary and secondary school students on sale for a gold coin donation.

Volunteers who assisted families at the inaugural Innisfail School Savy Pop-Up Shop held last month.

Families had access to other support and information that may be useful for the whole family, such as financial information, education and mental health and wellbeing supports.

Innisfail School Savvy would not be possible without its major partner, St Vincent De Paul Society support and the Cassowary Coast community.

School Savy organisers especially wanted to thank CommBank Innisfail and Margaret Milani, Tosco’s Office National, Queensland Country Bank, Alsco Linen, Pacific Toyota (School

Savy van), Carrie Smith and her team at Queensland Department of Education, Cassowary Coast schools, volunteers, Mamu Health Service, Community Support Centre Innisfail, Cassowary Coast Regional Council Libraries, Innisfail Police Liaison Officers Stacey Kneubuhler and Michael Sands, as well as the two hairdressers for their support.

Successful Pop-Up shops also ran for the first time in Mooroobool, Manunda and Edmonton.

School Savvy shops now stretch from Cairns in the north to Bundaberg in the south, and as far west as Cloncurry, Cairns, Townsville, Cloncurry, Burdekin, Rockhampton on the Capricorn Coast, Gracemere, Mount Morgan and Bundaberg.

School Savy volunteers Colleen Carroll and Veronica Smith from Innisfail State School, with one of the happy families at Innisfail’s School Savy Pop-Up Shop.

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Bachelor of Biomedical Science/Bachelor of Science University of Queensland

Flynn Charlwood

Bachelor of Information Technology James Cook University

Casey Cook Most Outstanding Graduate Applied/VET Subjects Employment - Coles

Lilly-Anne Rush

Employment—Larsens Newsagency

Parice Hyland

Bachelor of Criminology and Justice University of the Sunshine Coast

Julia Moran

Bachelor of Nutrition Torrens University Australia

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Kyle Cutuli

Dual Electrical and Refrigeration/Air-Conditioning Apprenticeship with D’Urso Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration

William Macgillivray

Bachelor of Mathematics University of Queensland

Charli Andersen Bachelor of Laws (Honours) Griffith University

Ben Mathison

Certificate IV Avionics Aviation Australia Cairns

100% QCE & QCIA attainment:

Noah Zanoletti

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Queensland University of Technology

Danika Stacey

Bachelor of Science James Cook University

Jett Wolff

Fabricator Apprenticeship with Mits Alloy, Newcastle

Alston Masina

Applyng to join Australian Defence Forces—Navy

Congratulations to our graduating class of 2021. This is just a sample of the amazing accomplishments of our 110 graduates, all of whom we are immensely proud.

We know that there are many exciting adventures ahead of you and we hope that we have inspired you to be responsible adults who contribute positively to our community.

We commend the commitment of our amazing staff and we acknowledge the support, love and encouragement of our graduates’ family and friends.

Ki-Shaun Fejo

Casual work at Radiant Life before joining Ranger Programme with Goondoi Rangers

Jemma Azzopardi

Bachelor of Nursing Science James Cook University

Allana (Patty) Maubog

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Queensland University of Technology

Lainee O’Brien

Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology)/Bachelor of Laws (Honours) Queensland University of Technology

Lucia Trotter

Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (Honours) University of Queensland

Cody Hansen

Part-time employment with Blenners Tully

Every ISC graduate was awarded either a Queensland Certificate of Education or a Queensland Certificate of Individual Achievement

Hayden Hall

Bachelor of Information Technology Federation University Australia

Nolear Walker

Bachelor of Public Health Queensland University of Technology

Dekotah Terewaamu

Bachelor of Environmental Management (Honours) University of Queensland

Kristi Kramer

Bachelor of Nursing Science University of the Sunshine Coast

Takirah Fraser

Bachelor of Social Work CQ University

Anthony Spataro

Bachelor of Education (Primary) James Cook University

Bree Jensen

Employment— Alive Pharmacy

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Bachelor of Science University of New England

Lilyahnah Tweedie

Employment—Cassowary Coast Regional Council Library

Isabella Xiong

Employment—Bunnings

Lacey Condon

Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology)/Bachelor of Laws (Honours) Queensland University of Technology

Joanna Joinbee

Employment—the Crown Hotel

Ethan Kneubuhler

Bachelor of Science Queensland University of Technology

Imogen Smith

Bachelor of Science, University of Queensland

Linny Mairu

Employment—Childcare Centre Townsville

Rylee Donald

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) CQ University Cairns

Dennan Leihn

Electrical Apprenticeship with Best Electrics

Matthew Finitsis

Bachelor of Information Technology Queensland University of Technology

Willow Harper

Bachelor of Science James Cook University

Liliana Bozzo

Employment—Empire Café and Country Kids Childcare Centre, hoping to start her own babysitting business

Shaquille Johnson

Completing Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure to improve his chances of employment with Qld Rail

Robert Barba

Bachelor of Arts, University of Queensland

Kadeisha Weare

Employment—Radiant Life College—Teacher Aide

Zolton Milani

Employment—the Crown Hotel

Isabella Bozzo

Diploma of Higher Education (Health)/Bachelor of Nursing Science James Cook University

Alex Tsakissiris

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Olivia Dickinson

Bachelor of Education (Primary) James Cook University

Larrence O’Donnell

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Alana Kelleher

Bachelor of Nursing CQ University

Anthony Taylor

Employment— the Barra Farm

Zayn Forster

Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science University of the Sunshine Coast

Zoe Haigh

Bachelor of Marine Science James Cook University

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Bachelor of Animal Ecology University of the Sunshine

Ralph Daniel

Employment—working in the Banana industry

Jack Donovan

Employment—kitchen hand at the King Reef Resort

Karri Keen

Diploma of Science/ Bachelor of Forensic Science Griffith College

Chelsi Jones

Diploma of Nursing TAFE Queensland

Landon Hayball

Baker Apprenticeship with Wangan Bakery

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Growing Turmeric in The Wet Tropics LEXY MARQUIS THE popular spice turmeric has a long history with abundant health benefits.

Growing conditions in our region could be suitable.

Turmeric, Curcuma longa, is a perennial plant with a distinctive orangeyellow rhizome and is a close relative of ginger. The use of turmeric in Australia has been rising since the 70s.

It is best known as an ingredient in curries and is widely used in Asian and Middle Eastern cooking. Turmeric is available on the market in fresh, paste, juice and powdered form. In its fresh

form, turmeric fetches approximately $50/kilo retail prices.

The golden spice has been used for at least 4,000 years since the Vedic times in India and has a long history in China and parts of Africa. Used traditionally in Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, it is praised for its antiinflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Some use it as a dietary supplement.

The bio-active component of turmeric is called curcumin and is said to be 2000 times more bioavailable when digested in the presence of black pepper and is fat-soluble, meaning it is best enjoyed with a healthy fat such as olive oil or

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Native to the monsoon regions of tropical South Asia, turmeric thrives in humid conditions. Ideal temperatures are between 25°C - 35°C and elevation from sea level to 1500m with rainfall above 1500mm. It does best in sandy loam to clay loam soil with a Ph of 4.5 - 7.5, avoiding areas with water stagnation.

Turmeric likes a thick layer of mulch, such as sugar cane mulch. It needs free-draining soil, so it may benefit from planting on ridges to help prevent waterlogging and rot.

Plants may need watering during dry periods while establishing or during prolonged dry spells. It grows to about 1m in height with large oblong leaves that curl and unfurl with the sun.

There is some debate over whether the plant is best shaded but seems ok in full sun with enough water and mulch.

Heavy shading reduces yields.

Pests and diseases to watch out for, including problems growers overseas, have to include leaf blotch, leaf spot, rhizome rot, certain nematodes, shoot borers, rhizome scale and various insects. However, organic turmeric is grown successfully in Australia.

Left undisturbed for about a year, turmeric displays a magnificent flower.

It takes around 7 - 10 months from planting to harvest, which removes the tubers.

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The rhizomes can be divided and further propagated.

Always talk with your health care providers about any complementary health care approaches you may consider and make well-informed decisions together with a medical professional for your individual needs.

When going into a market segment, it is essential to consider who will buy from you and the balance between supply and demand.

If you consider growing turmeric as a crop, please consult with an agronomist and other professionals, do your own research, get your soil tested, conduct your own field trials, write a business plan, etc.

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THEODORE, Mary (nee Dunlop) Aged 93 years. Late of Innisfail.

Formerly of Woopen Creek and Tully.

Passed away peacefully.

Beloved Wife of Jim (dec).

Loving Mother of Jim (Jnr), Bill, Susan and Danette.

Loving Grandmother and Great Grandmother.

In keeping with Mary’s wishes a private family ceremony was held.

JOHNSON, Heather Agnes Aged 96 years. Late of Innisfail.

Beloved Wife of George (dec) Loving Mother of Sally, Ian and Gaye and their extended families.

Loving relative of the Dorrough, Burger, Taylor, French and Pitts Families.

‘God has you in his keeping, We have you in our hearts’ Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend a Funeral Service for Heather commencing at 10.30 a.m. MONDAY 14th March 2022 at St Albans Anglican Church, Innisfail.

The service will conclude at the Church. No Cortege.

As requested by Heather please wear spring colours.

In Lieu of Flowers, Donations to the St Albans Anglican Church, Innisfail The Service will be Live Streamed via our website www.blacksfunerals.com.au/Tribute-Centre

MURRAY, John (Jack) Aged 69 years.

Late of Cardwell All relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a Graveside Service for Jack, commencing at 10.00a.m., Tuesday, 15th March, 2022 at the Cardwell Cemetery.

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Tully: 4068 2225 Innisfail: 4061 2225

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Back in Motion Chiropractic

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INNISFAIL 4061 2225 Monday - Friday

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18 Three strokes below par (golf) 19 Plant part 22 Consist of 24 Single thing 25 Court orders 27 Anger 28 Girls 29 Heavenly 31 British nobleman 32 Express clearly in speech 33 Exclamation of vexation 35 Tailless primate CROSSWORD SOLUTION No. 12975

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Innisfail, 10.30am, Sun, 8 Scullen Ave, Mighell, Innisfail Mission Beach, 8am, Sun, 2224 Tully-Mission Beach Rd, Mission Beach, Kurrimine Beach, 3pm, 1st Sun of month, Kurrimine Beach Chapel (beside the motel), 5/9 Hawthorne Dr, Kurrimine

Seventh Day Adventist

Beach, Tully Tongan Uniting, 5pm, Sun, 6a Mcquillan st, Tully, Ingham District Uniting Churches: Ingham, 10am, Sun 16 Herbert St, Ingham Halifax, 8am, Sun 12 Anderssen St, Halifax Blue Haven Lodge, Ingham, 11am (2nd & 4th Tues) Road, Bamboo Creek

Seventh Day Adventist Innisfail,

Tully Seventh Day Adventist Church,

10:30am, Sat ,Bible Study, 11am, Sat, 114 Lawrence

Sat 9:30am Sabbath School, Sat 11am, 1 Edward St, Tully

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St Marks Lutheran Church, 9am, Sun, 34 Townsville Road, Ingham

Anglican Churches St Albans Anglican

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Church,

Chapel, Kurrimine Beach

9am, Sun, 83 Rankin Street,

Holy Trinity Anglican

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St John Anglican Church,

6 pm Saturday(Ingham), Service.

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5pm, Sat, 2 Black Street, Tully

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John Oliver Feetham

Street,Ingham

9:30 am, Sunday.

37 McIlwraith Street, Ingham

Pioneer Memorial

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9am, Sun, 45 Bruce Highway,

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12 Webb Rd, Wongaling Beach

St Rita’s Babinda,

7am, Sun, 15 Church St, Babinda

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Mother of Good Counsel,

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Our Lady of Fatima,

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121 Victoria St, Cardwell Ingham Region Catholic Parishes: St Patrick’s, 8:30am, Sunday, 18 Abbott Street, Ingham St Peter’s, 7am, Sunday, 10 Scott Street, Halifax, Canossa Chapel, 10am, Sunday, St Teresa’s College / 3819 Abergowrie Rd St Teresa’s, Trebonne, 10am

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Farmers wary of land values leading to rates hit CANEGROWERS CHAIRMAN PAUL SCHEMBRI WE are fast approaching the time of year when the Queensland Valuer-General circulates new land valuations. In some farming regions, there's more than a little concern building.

According to Rabobank, farmland across Queensland rose in value by 15 per cent in 2020. That was tipped to be higher in 2021 as it was expected there'd be half the number of properties on the market compared to 2020.

Of course, higher values come when there's demand for the land, either because of its agricultural or development potential. If you're selling, that's a good thing.

The concern comes because of the link between those official valuations and local government rates.

For the past two years, CANEGROWERS has completed an analysis of how sugarcane farms have fared when the 13 Queensland councils which cover the sugar industry set their rates.

These are areas where CANEGROWERS members, through their farming businesses, underpin the local

economy, the community and up to one-in-three jobs.

The analysis found: • On average, the local government rate paid by a cane farm is 35% above the average residential rate indicating more reliance on cane farms to support council revenue.

• On average council, rates make up around 4% of the annual operating costs of Queensland cane farming businesses.

It concluded that, "Most councils have a revenue and rates policy together with their own set of principles as to how rates are determined. However, there is little publicly available information explaining why a particular rate applies to a cane farm. The resultant outcome can be rate bill shocks that can impede investment and economic growth across Queensland."

So, our plea to the local government this year is, please, no rate bill shocks. We ask that any increases be kept at reasonable levels as councils have the power and discretion to cushion any shocks, regardless of what land valuations say, so businesses' viability is not jeopardised.

Our analysis shows that cane farms are already paying more than their fair share towards council revenue, when it could be argued, they can access fewer services than ratepayers in residential areas.

CANEGROWERS district offices and elected representatives are using the analysis as a basis to engage and talk with their local councils right across the industry.

While sugar prices are high at present, so too are input cost pressures on farms such as fertiliser prices and some cane farm areas, particularly in the Wide Bay region, are recovering from multiple flooding events this summer.

Last year, CANEGROWERS assisted members to lodge notices of objection to land valuation changes, with some success. CANEGROWERS is ready to do this again this year if needed.

Members can also read more about the objection process in an article by CANEGROWERS Legal Adviser Chris Cooper in the Member Resources section of the CANEGROWERS website.

Hands-on DIY aircrete and monolithic dome workshop coming to El Arish THE 'Art of Domes' educational group is holding a much-anticipated workshop in El Arish, March 22 – 25, 2022. Over the four days, attendees will learn 'how aircrete is made, block pouring, building techniques, meshing, window installation, doorways, arch form construction, dome design, and more!'

No building experience is required, and it is intended most attending the workshop will feel capable of reproducing the dome on their own and will receive ongoing support from the group via email.

Down on the Sunshine Coast, the first Council approved aircrete dome home is being built right now by Aircrete Dome Elysian Falls, another group who have been featured on the news and morning TV and noted for how affordable the dome is to build.

Aircrete: Aircrete is versatile aerated concrete you can make yourself with cement, water and foam. Take cement and mix it with tiny air bubbles using dishwashing liquid or a special foaming agent with some know-how, and you have low-cost building material.

It's high-strength and can be hit with a sledgehammer. It's lightweight and can float in water. It's long-lasting and fireproof and is fairly soundproof with good acoustic properties.

It insulates well due to the frictionless air bubbles. The air bubbles mean it's less dense, so it's easier to work with, handle and lift.

Densities can vary depending on requirements, and aircrete can be made in-situ or precast. It's also eco friendly.

You can pour it into accurate moulds to suit your specification, including interlocking blocks. Further, it can be moved and shaped while wet. It also can be structurally reinforced depending on whether it's load-bearing or the application the aircrete is for.

When the aircrete is drying in hot climates, the air bubbles allow for a

pressure release and added expansion and contraction with fluctuating air temperatures. Thus it reduces the formation of cracks resulting in increased durability compared to other concrete products.

It's a journey that started in Sweden back in the 1930s and has been refined and improved since then. It is now being used worldwide in many applications such as precast parts like blocks, lintels, u-blocks, cladding and floor, roof, wall and partition panels.

Once aircrete blocks are formed and dry, they can be cut to size further with a simple handsaw. The blocks made at the workshops are lightweight at around 3kg each.

How aircrete is made The upcoming workshop is a chance for people to learn how to make aircrete.

There are various methods to create and build with aircrete, and there are skills to master to finesse the process, and precision is required.

Roughly the method is: 1. Make foam using a unique process involving an air compressor 2. Make cement and water mix 3. Mix foam and cement 4. Pour into moulds 5. Allow to dry Anyone interested in learning about Aircrete is encouraged to join the workshop. Although running over four days, just one afternoon would be enough to experience making aircrete and getting acquainted with aircrete moulds. Contact the workshop holders at artofdomes@gmail.com to discuss your individual interests further.

Monolithic Domes: Monolithic domes are half-sphere structures. Domes are inherently very strong buildings.

All you need is Council approval and an excellent spot to build the dome. Official cyclone rating for livable monolithic dome dwellings seems yet

to be determined in Australia on domes made from aircrete panels or otherwise.

The workshop will demonstrate a method of using aircrete blocks to create a monolithic dome. Another technique for building a monolithic dome is perhaps more well known and is made as follows: A foundation is dug out in the form of a channel at the circumference of where the structure will be and later is filed with sprayable concrete with rebar reinforcement and becomes part of the dome.

Alternatively, a circular slab is poured.

An airform is used, which is similar to a huge balloon in the shape of the dome structure. It's blown up with an air mover, and unique temporary doors are used to keep the air in. Using special techniques and clips, the airform is lined with rebar in a criss-cross method. Then wet concrete is amended to become shotcrete. This is sprayed out of a small machine over the airform and rebar, leaving gaps for the windows and doors.

Once it is dried, you have a monolithic dome.

During the upcoming workshop, a different method for making domes is used. Aircrete bricks are made in moulds and laid out in order to make the dome.

Meshing techniques are used to render the bricks and surface together.

This method is highly cost-effective, and an owner-builder could master the process. There's no need for a steel frame with the aircrete blocks as the structure is self-supporting. This new technique of making the domes saves a lot of money on concrete as due to the presence of air bubbles, less concrete is required.

A dome home of aircrete with a floor space of about 90m² comprising four interconnecting domes could be made for reportedly approximately $15,000, not including the windows and doors.

This is the dome mentioned as being built on the Sunshine Coast and is

considered the first to receive Council approval in Australia, perhaps the world.

As early adopters of the technique, their costs for Council approval depended on the reporting required by their Council.

This was more expensive than the cost of building the dome. The various fees, charges, tests, and reports needed came in at around $25,000 just for their Council's fees.

With no structural timber, the domes are termite-proof. They are potentially an option for remote sites with difficult access. Domes are thermally efficient and can use less electricity for cooling than a standard build.

In the USA, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) assessed domes made of rebar and shotcrete as meeting their stringent requirements for cyclones and considered them to be near-absolute protection.

These domes have survived hurricanes and tornadoes and are used as cyclone shelters in some places.

The cyclone rating of the domes made with aircrete blocks is yet to be formally classified. You will also need to make your inquiries and seek any local Council approval that may be necessary.

The Workshop is run over March 22 25, 2022. To book, don't hesitate to get in touch with the Art of Domes via email at artofdomes@gmail.com.

The schedule of events is that the first two mornings will be setting up the site with an arch form and compass arm.

Theory about windows, doors, skylights, other uses for Aircrete, etc., will be taught. Each afternoon of the four days will be making and laying aircrete blocks. Followed by meshing, rendering and then installing window frames.

The group is also open to those wanting to attend for the afternoon to learn about making aircrete for an amended fee.

With all meals and camping provided, the cost is $500 for all four workshop days. It is $300 for two days of the workshop.

For those who can't attend this Workshop, another is scheduled in Mareeba from April 8 - 11, 2022.

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FOUR new nature refuges, together covering more than 300 hectares of land, have been declared in the Wet Tropics region.

Landholders in the Kuranda, Innisfail and Tully regions have been granted nature refuge status for their properties by the Queensland Government, protecting habitat and securing wildlife corridors between national parks.

Kuranda landowner Di Daniels said it was a "dream come true" to know the rainforest on her 38-hectare property would be protected for future generations.

"We're really privileged to be living in this environment with beautiful rainforest, native animals and birds," Ms Daniels said. "We wanted to make sure our rainforest was conserved long after we're gone."

Another nature refuge is a 250-hectare property bordering the Basilisk National Park in the Innisfail region. Owner Peter Rowles said natural ecosystems needed to be connected across the Wet Tropics landscape for the survival of wildlife.

"Habitat on private land provides these essential connections which need to be protected," he said. "We feel privileged to have been able to contribute to the long-term protection through a nature refuge."

The two other nature refuges are 15 hectares of critical cassowary corridor at Smith's Gap near Tully, where land was bought and revegetated by Queensland Trust for Nature and local conservation group C4, and 27 hectares at Kuranda in the 'Fairyland Link' wildlife corridor.

Nature refuges are voluntary conservation agreements between landholders and the Queensland Government which conserve the land's

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significant cultural and natural resources in perpetuity while allowing compatible and sustainable land uses. Nature refuge agreements are also binding on future landholders.

Terrain NRM's Tony O'Malley said it was terrific that the nature refuge option was available to landholders wanting to protect their habitat.

"A lot of important Wet Tropics habitat is on private land," he said. "These new nature refuges are in really important wildlife corridors. Landholders are making a priceless contribution – they are helping to bridge gaps in world heritage areas and secure our wildlife's future."

Terrain NRM funded the nature refuge assessments for three new refuges through its Building Rainforest Resilience project via a grant to Kuranda Conservation in the northern region and grants to private landholders in the south. Terrain NRM supports the Building Rainforest Resilience project through funding from the Australian Government's National Landcare Program.

Kuranda Conservation's Jax Bergersen said the community's longterm goal was nature refuges right along the existing world-heritage cassowary corridor.

"Linking world heritage rainforest areas with prime ecological blocks of land is a way forward, along with the revegetation work that's been happening for decades in this region," she said.

ABOUT THE NEW NATURE REFUGES BASILISK NATURE REFUGE West of Moresby near Innisfail Protects 249.5ha of remnant forest bordering the Basilisk National Park.

Increases the area's long-term capacity to protect threatened ecosystems and species.

Includes a large tract of remnant vegetation - from mesophyll to notophyll vine forest, open eucalypt woodland and vine forests – and both 'endangered' and 'of concern' regional ecosystems.

A valuable wildlife corridor for the endangered southern cassowary and suitable habitat for other threatened species.

GURRBUM NATURE REFUGE Smith's Gap area, about 10km northeast of Tully Protects 15.5 hectares of remnant and re-planted mesophyll vine forest in critical cassowary habitat.

Connects habitat from Japoon National Park, Tully Gorge National Park and Walter Hill Range Conservation Park.

Part of Australia's longest and widest east-west rainforest corridor and the longest coast to mountaintop corridor, allowing wildlife movement for long-term species viability and resilience.

Queensland Trust for Nature and local conservation group C4 bought this

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DODS PLACE NATURE REFUGE About 1km west of Kuranda.

Protects 27.5 hectares of habitat.

Enhances the Fairyland Link wildlife corridor.

Provides habitat for several threatened species, including the endangered southern cassowary and the critically endangered Kuranda treefrog.

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Terrain NRM project a finalist in Banksia National Sustainability Awards AN innovative Reef water quality project based in the Wet Tropics region is now a finalist in the Agriculture and

Development category of the Banksia National Sustainability Awards.

Established 33 years ago, the awards recognise individuals, communities, businesses, and government for innovation and environmental and social stewardship excellence.

The Wet Tropics Major Integrated Project has been described as a blueprint to accelerate Reef 2050 water quality targets.

The four-year project, funded by the Queensland Government’s Queensland Reef Water Quality Program and delivered by natural resource management body Terrain NRM, resulted in 23,966 hectares of agricultural land undergoing confirmed practice changes in the Tully and Innisfail region. It also prevented an estimated 73 tonnes of dissolved inorganic nitrogen from flowing to the Great Barrier Reef.

Terrain NRM CEO Stewart Christie said his organisation collaborated with farmers and the agricultural industry for over ten years on water quality programs, but the Wet Tropics Major Integrated Project stood out for its grassroots collaborative approach and the high level of uptake from landholders.

“We know we can only achieve long-term transformational change by tailoring our approach to individual farmers needs and empowering them to be in the driver’s seat,” he said.

“This was a truly collaborative effort which succeeded because of strong relationships between the delivery team, landholders, scientists, Traditional Owners, government agencies, and industry groups – namely Tully & Innisfail Canegrowers and the Australian Banana Growers Council.”

Terrain’s waterway health leader, Charles Hammond, said there had been unprecedented buy-in from local communities on water quality issues.

“The critical success factor was ensuring the cane and banana industries were a key part of the project’s governance arrangements and delivery team. This enabled the project to stay true to its grassroots approach, and for landholders to continue to shape the project,” Mr Hammond said.

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several water quality treatment systems, including on-farm bioreactors and vegetated farm drains, sediment basins and constructed wetlands, were also undertaken.

The project also led to the development of the Reef Credits Scheme and the establishment of Eco Markets Australia, the country’s first independent environmental markets administrator. Reef Credits are a marketbased solution that enables farmers undertaking practice change to be paid for water quality improvements. The first credits, valued at over $1 million, were issued in 2021.

“The Wet Tropics Major Integrated Project has created a legacy with outcomes such as Reef Credits, Indigenous employment opportunities and the first ‘Queensland Bioreactor Guidelines’ informed in part by this project,’’ said Mr Christie.

The project also provided the foundation for further investment from the Queensland Government and the Great Barrier Reef Foundation into local-scale water monitoring in the Tully and Innisfail regions.

“Most importantly, we now have a highly regarded approach for accelerating progress towards achieving reef water quality targets.”

Award winners will be announced on Thursday, March 31.

SPORT

Bowls News Babinda Bowls ON Thursday, social bowls winners were Joe Vella & Dave; runners-up were Darryl Jensen & Les Maxwell.

Neil Warbeton came along and brought a few friends, swelling our numbers.

The 14 keen bowlers enjoyed social bowls on Sunday under challenging conditions, slight breeze, and Ergon had the power off.

A Grade Singles competition results: John Sheehan def. Joe Vella, Jim Martinod def. Kevin Anderson, Ron Omodei def. Darryl Jensen.

Games called for next Saturday: Jim Azzopardi vs Peter Zanoletti, Brandon Smith vs Les Holland, John Sheehan vs George Tsakissiris.

Sunday social winners Names in by 1 for 1.30 pm start for Social bowls on Thursday and Sunday.

Ingham Bowls WITH the extreme heatwave we have been experiencing this past week, some bowlers still managed to brave the heat and play bowls.

The lucky prize-winning team of the barefoot bowls played on Thursday the 3rd of March with the lowest winning score was: Angie Foti, Max Thompson, Luisa Di Bella & Andrew Cole defeating Mark Girgenti, Yvonne Roberts, Janese Craven & John Piotto 9 - 7 Donna Gosney, Judy Fenoglio, J Dickerson & Bob Bell defeated Chris Johnson, Robyn Fascetti, P Dickerson & Maria Moore 23 - 4 Danny Chappell, Stewart Scott & Alf DiBella defeated Roger Celotto, Jan Johnson, Ted Roberts & John Lone 14 - 8 Men’s Pairs results for 4th of March: Gary Brierley & Phil Kite defeated Bob Bell & Brett

Haupt 25 - 9 Kevin Lawlor, Andrew Cole & Ian Muldowney defeated Stewart Scott, Stan Richards & Keith Turvey 28 - 6 Mixed Social Bowls results for 6th of March: B Eddleston, J Fenoglio, A Di Bella & S Richards drew with J Hamlyn, L Di Bella, J Eddleston & T Koop 17 - 17 Barefoot Bowls will be played on Thursdays between 6 pm - 8 pm Please be at the club by 5:50 pm for a 6 pm start.

Call 47762117 before 5:30 pm to have your name put on the board Men’s Pairs will be played on Friday at 2:15 pm Please have names into the club by 1:45 pm Men’s Pairs Roster - P Herman Mixed Social Bowls will be played on Sundays at 1:30 pm Call 47762117 before 12:30 to have your name put on the board.

Sunday Bar Roster: S Richards Social Selectors: L Mahon & A Di Bella

Innisfail Men’s Bowls THE sweltering conditions at last Thursday’s social bowls saw play reduced to 10 ends.

Twenty-two bowlers took to the green, and the team of Graeme Anderson, John Morrison and Lou Fedalto claimed the win.

Visitors and new members are most welcome, with names to be in by 12.30 pm for a 1.15 pm start.

Results of club games played during the week: Bob Chaplain and Ted Dorrington defeated Peter Broccardo and Clem Kinbacher in the Pairs.

In Club Singles, Jamie Paterson defeated Joe Van Tienen.

In A-Grade Singles, Jim Martinod defeated John Phillips in a game worthy of television coverage, with brilliant draw bowling from both bowlers, which ended with a 25-23 scoreline after 31 ends.

The starting time for Saturday afternoon bowls is

later due to the humid weather conditions.

Next Thursday, March 17, is Saint Patrick’s Day, with players encouraged to wear something green on the day.

Prize money, organised by the club, is up for grabs, with $150 for first place and $75 for second place.

Teams will be club selected to play two games of two bowl triples over 14 ends, with one power-play per game (skip) and play to start at 1.00 pm.

Silkwood Bowls WEDNESDAY, March 9 A game of pairs with Team Brian Brooks & Lee-ann Mayell defeated by Team Barry Green & Rex Williams 16 to 34.

Saturday, March 5 Club Champion of Champion games have started for our men bowlers.

Tony Cates and Tim Wallis starting the round under very hot conditions. The win goes to Tim Wallis who progresses through to the next round.

Due to extreme heat conditions, Sunday, March 6 Bowls was cancelled.

Bowls Social Days Social Days are Wednesday and Sunday with signon at 1.00 pm and start at 1.30 pm.

Barefoot Bowls Friday Nights Friday night barefoot bowls are back starting March 11 at 5.30 to 9 pm, Sausage sizzle at 6.30 pm. If you haven’t played before no worries, we have members available to help assist you.

Contact 0475759808 to register your interest; for catering and all other inquiries including costing for families.

Covid Restrictions Proof of double vaccination is needed for all bowlers and guests on entry. Masks will no longer be required from 4th March 6 pm.

The club has recently changed its phone number, ph. 0475759808 or you can follow us on our Facebook page.

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Golf News El Arish Golf TO quote a saying 'mad dogs and Englishmen go out in the midday sun' sums it up totally for our test of endurance during last week’s games!!

Tuesday, March 1 could have been the hottest day, but we still managed to finish the 18-hole S'ford, with Garry Strawbridge winning followed by Paul Marland r/up.

The approach shot on #1/10 was taken by Fran Lomas and Paul Marland took NPT [All In] on #4/13.

Sporters on Thursday 3rd played the 1st 9 Stroke, with the following results: Winner - Lisa Spiegler 27

Thursday, March 3, 2022, Sporters Results 9 Hole – The octogenarian Geoff Grainger 19 6 Hole – Norm Gray 13 Rundown Roy Favier 18(C/B) Betty Favier 18(C/B) Putts Mike Ellicott 11 NTP’s 1/10 Norm Gray 2/11 Bruce Dorante 3/12 Jim Boston 5/14 Jim Boston

R/Up Brad Davis 28, with Col Bidgood 3rd on a c/back on 29.

7/16 Betty Favier

Least Putts taken by Gavin Camilleri with 11.

A Grade Mike Kennedy

NTP winners: #1 and #3 Jake Perkins - #2 and the Approach on #7 Lisa Spiegler - #4 Jamie Smith - Approach on #9 Luke Borgna.

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9/18 B Grade Steve Wells C Grade Morgan Smith

All-Winners thank AS AUTO and SPARES, who sponsored last Thursday Sporters.

Saturday, March 5 was our March Monthly Medal, results as follows: Men’s: Winner - Paul Marland on 63 Nett, with Rhys Camilleri r/up on 67 Nett.

Ladies: Winner - Fran Lomas 63 Nett with Lisa Spiegler r/up on a c/back with 67 Nett.

NTP's: #2/11 [Mens] Troy Kopp - #4/13 [all in] Paul Topper - #5/14 Rhonda Bliss.

The Club and winners thank Brothers League Club for their sponsorship of our Monthly Medal. Paul Marland certainly wasn't deterred by any heat problems, as he then went out to win our LUCKY PUTT challenge - Paul then generously 'shouted the bar' which we all greatly appreciated!!

This Saturday, March 12 a Stableford will be played sponsored by TIGERS LEAGUES CLUB.

Tully Golf SATURDAY, March 5 Results for The Monthly Medal 37 Degrees- a hot wind- a real hot day!!

Our generous sponsors were Tully Hotel and Star Liquor-Many thanks!

Being a STROKE event, it is a real tester..particularly in today’s conditions.

An excellent performance by our winner Carlos Ferreira-the amazing onehanded putting baker from Victoria.

And the winner’s nett scores were: First : Carlos Ferreira 68 Second – Walter Miller 70 Third – Tanu Wulf 71 (C/B) Fourth - Norm Gray 71 NTP’S Men 2/11 - Steve Bowden 7/16 – Steve Bowden Ladies 2/11 Betty Favier 7/16 Betty Favier

Carlos Ferreira

Innisfail Golf Club OVER the past couple of weeks, the weather has been brilliant for golf, and players hope it will continue.

Last week the grounds crew did a fantastic job, so members ensure you say thanks to them for their efforts, as a little bit of recognition goes a long way.

If any members can lend a hand on Thursdays, please let Jake Cockle or Andrew Rose know.

Last Sunday, a working bee took place and minor green renovations for the course before the Innisfail Classic in mid-April.

Luke asked what club to use, that would be a different story.

This week’s Quiz Bryce concedes Norm’s short putt for a four in a singles match between Bryce Hoad and Norm Stewart.

Norm then attempts to make the putt and misses. Bryce claims the hole.

What is the ruling?

1. The concession stands and Norm has completed the hole in four strokes 2. Norm loses the hole 3. Bryce can withdraw the concession, and Norm is considered to have holed out in 5 strokes.

After an intense battle down the stretch, club captain Luke Peters just got the win from Innisfail young gun Caine Cockle at Wednesday’s All Sporters 9-hole competition on February 23.

Results 1st: Luke Peters 21pts 2nd: Caine Cockle Jnr 20pts 3rd: John Slater 19pts NTP: John Slater Addi Butorac showed the boys how to get the job done in the Friday Sporters 9-hole competition on February 25.

Results 1st: Addi Butorac 21pts 2nd: Geoff Johnston 18pts 3rd: Craig Alman 16pts NTP: Addi Butorac A field of 45 players braved the blistering heat to participate in the Midway Butchers 4BBB Stableford on Saturday, February 26.

The Gould brothers put together a great round of 45 points. Addi Butorac and Chris Calleja also shot 45 points and held the clubhouse lead on countback.

The afternoon groups tried hard but could not get past the benchmark, and it was great to see families get the third to fifth placings as well.

Results 1st: Addi Butorac/Chris Calleja 45pts c/b 2nd: Allan/Darryl Gould 45pts 3rd: Jeff/Glynis McGrath 42pts c/b 4th: Hal/Matthew Barclay 42pts 5th: Caine/Jake Cockle 41pts c/b NTPs 1/10 - Jake Cockle 4/13 - John Slater 7/16 - Andrew Rose 2/11 - Matthew Barclay 5/14 - Ian Saunderson 8/17 - E Nest/Addi Butorac 3/12 - Shane Trembath

Friday, March 11, 2022 6/15 - Trent Mann 9/18 - Lance Doyle Innisfail’s junior golfers got out on the course in the heat on February 27, with the teams using carts to assist them in temperatures that felt like 40’C. They played a stroke event over four holes, and all juniors did well. The club’s newest junior member Mia enjoyed her first game on the course and played well.

After the game, everyone enjoyed the great food prepared by kitchen master Ernesta Del Sal Brunetto.

Results: Best Gross: Caine Cockle Jnr Best Nett: Brennan (Trev) Coffey Upcoming Events Wednesday All Sporters competition from 12.00 pm and 3.00 pm groups of 4 permitted Friday Sporters competition - from 12.00 pm and 2.00 pm groups of 4 permitted - online bookings Custom Build Constructions Stableford - March 12 Junior Golf - March 13 & 20 Calleja Carpentry Stableford - March 26 In Electrics Stableford - March 19 Innisfail Open Classic - April 23 - 24

Father and son team of Jake and Caine Cockle finished fifth in the Midway Butchers 4BBB Stableford.

Luke Peters won Wednesday’s All Sporters competition on February 23.

IGC Rules & Etiquette Last Week’s Quiz Luke is preparing to play onto the green; he asks Trent whether there is a bunker located behind the green and what is the distance to the centre of the green.

Trent answers both questions.

What is the penalty?

1. B oth Trent & Luke receive a general penalty of one stroke 2. There is no penalty 3. L uke receives 4 penalty strokes Answer - B. There is no penalty for giving advice that is publicly available. If

Chris Calleja and Addi Butorac won the Midway Butchers 4BBB Stableford on February 27.

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QRL History Committee

Herbert River v Tully NOW that is a traditional rivalry that goes back a long way!

One of the earliest records of the two neighbouring communities playing rugby league against each other was from 1929 when both entered what was then known as the “Country Carnival”.

In those days, it was common to get teams together for a series of games in one location, given travel was much slower in those days, usually by train.

These country carnivals would usually be held in Townsville. The 1929 carnival involved teams from Eachem, Lower Burdekin, Collinsville, Herbert River, Tully and Townsville (who had two teams that year).

Other country carnivals would also be played in Cairns, featuring other far northern teams like Gordonvale as well. Usually, both Tully and Herbert River would have teams competing. These country carnivals were very popular, especially up until World War 2.

Then in the 1930s, both Herbert River and Tully had

teams playing a regular competition called the “Wilson cup.” Wilson cup was one of the many competitions that existed for northern centres in those days and included teams from Mt Isa, Collinsville, Proserpine, Home Hill, Hughenden and Mirani. The bigger centres like Cairns, Townville and Mackay usually play in what was then known as the Carlton cup.

Herbert River made the 1937 Wilson cup Grand final but went down to Proserpine, while Tully met Collinsville in the 1939 Grand final and won.

Then in 1948, the various northern competitors were restructured and renamed, with the main one becoming known as the “Foley Shield”.

Both Herbert River and Tully would compete in this competition and taste success often against the larger town like Cairns, Townville and Mackay. The first time Herbert River won the Foley shield was in 1952, while Tully won the coveted shield in 1963. Herbert River won again in 1965 and 1980 and played a draw against Townville in 1982.

The attached programme is from 1962, 60 years ago. Apart from Foley shield fixtures, Herbert River played Tully for what was then known as the “Mullins Shield”. Both communities have an incredible rugby league history and culture!

These days, playing in different competitions, Herbert River and Tully only play against each other in this pre-season match. They now compete for the “Martha Willkie medal” in honour of Col Willkie’s dear Mum. The latter was an amazing woman and a great supporter of the game in both communities.

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The writer of this column is always an interesting game because I don’t want either side to lose, having had six great years with the Herbert River Crushers and now a Tully Tiger resident!

Therefore, may the best team win. Let’s keep this wonderful tradition of friendly rivalry between great rugby league communities alive!

Cassowary Coast Athletics hit the ground running MARIA GIRGENTI CASSOWARY Coast Athletics has started their season strongly at their second club meet with fresh faces across all age groups.

Braxton D’Urso, Siena and Ruby Torrisi, Charlie, Lincoln and Bronte Fay from Cassowary Coast Athletics, as well as Chase Frumento, Lachlan McKiernanNewman, Cooper Sichter and Layla Morris from Tully Athletics, qualified after placing at last year’s Regional Championships and will travel to Brisbane to compete in the LAQ State Championships this weekend - March 12 - 13.

Established in 1997, Cassowary Coast Athletics has produced national and Australian champions and is now in its 26th year.

The club meets occur every Friday (weather permitting) from 5:15 pm at Castor Park, Mourilyan, with athletes taking part in a set program of events including (discus, sprints, javelin, long jump, shot put and high jump).

Athletes of all ages from five to seventeen are welcome to attend club nights and can still sign up.

CCA parent, Peta Bryan assists her daughter Eligible families can access Fair Play vouchers of up Mary with the shot-put throwing technique.

Elle Gracie honing her javelin skills at the second club meet.

to $150 to assist with registration costs.

The family-friendly club is keen for fresh faces to help in various roles, especially club nights, so they run smoothly.

At last year’s AGM, Brenda Gracie (Centre Manager), Gavin Devaney (Assistant Centre Manager), Sabine Zieger (Treasurer/Registrar/Records Officer), Andrea Devaney (Publicity Officer), Stephen Toolen (Program Officer) and Carl D’Urso (Technical Officer) made up the 2021 - 2022 executive committee.

CCA is now looking to fill the positions of Secretary and Grants Officer, which have become vacant.

The club emphasizes building skills and confidence in every child.

It focuses on athlete participation, enjoyment, technique, setting personal goals and continued selfimprovement rather than winning.

Participants strive to do their best, and CCA aims to assist athletes in achieving personal bests whilst having fun and staying fit.

Athletes sprint toward the finish line in the 200m.

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Tully junior cricketers topple Innisfail in James Hopes Cup match MARIA GIRGENTI TULLY junior cricketers had a five-wicket win over their northern counterparts Innisfail Monsoons in the James Hopes Cup fixture last Saturday's hot and humid conditions at Kim Carroll Sporting Fields, Tully.

Cricket Far North results: James Hopes Cup - Cassowary Coast Saturday, March 5 - Kim Carroll Sporting Fields, Tully Tully 5/177 (30.0) def

Tully junior cricketers celebrate the dismissal of an Innisfail batter in the James Hopes Cup - Cassowary Coast competition.

Innisfail Monsoons 4/142 (29.5) Tully won by five wickets

Jimmy Maher Cup Blue - Saturday, March 5 - Griffiths Park Tully/Mission Beach 9/103 (30.0) (Dante Van Vuuren 25 (48); Marko Van Vuuren 15 (40) def by Rovers 3/167 (30.0) (Ryan Hurst 1/19 (5) and one catch; Julian Getejanc 1/9 (1.0)) Rovers won by 64 runs Ladies T20 competition - Sunday, March 6 - Borzi Park, Mareeba Cassowary Coast 5/70 (20.0) (Karina Guglielmi (17) def by Mareeba Cricket Chicks 4/71 (19.3) (Abby Toshach 3/8 (3.3); Faith Stuart 1 catch; Karina Guglielmi 1 catch) Mareeba Cricket Chicks won by six wickets

Coconuts Outriggers paddlers ready to fire in first regatta STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARIA GIRGENTI

Paddlers prepare to set off on a training paddle from Coconuts Beach.

COCONUTS Outrigger Canoe Club paddlers have ramped up their training as they tackle their first regatta of the 2022 season this Saturday, March 12, at Tinaroo Dam. Club training days are on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Coconuts at 5.15 pm.

That Dam Regatta at Lake Tinaroo, Yungaburra, will be the biggest Dam regatta and the most races ever staged for a one-day Far North Queensland event.

This event has been organised by The Dam Outrigger Canoe Club based at Yungaburra and Cairns Beaches Outrigger Canoe Club. It will feature Round 1 Grand Prix Regatta.

The action-packed program will feature a full day of racing events, followed by dinner and a presentation of the North Queensland Zone Annual Club Awards at Yungaburra Community Hall.

Junior, senior, Open, Masters, Golden and Platinum paddlers will take to the water in various individual and team events, including OC1/V1, V3, OC2, OC6 and mixed OC2, V3, OC6 and V12.

Distances range from 2km, 4km and 8km, 500m sprints and 1,000m sprint course.

Coconuts’ paddler Matthew Abbott and Julie Lightfoot from Mission Beach Outrigger Canoe Club were two local paddlers who clocked up ten or more years as club members.

In 2022, the Coconuts Outrigger Canoe Club celebrates 25 years of paddling. It will mark the special milestone with a Reunion Paddle and BBQ for past and present members on August 6, as well as a Regatta and Dinner on August 20.

Coconuts’ paddlers hit the water for a training session in preparation for the start of the regatta season.

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Shane Muriata AS Rugby League heats up for the kickoff this weekend in the north and across our country in the NRL, the Cairns Referees Association reps have been holding special officiating courses across our region.

Their goal is to unearth the next Bill Harrigan. Among them was long time NQ ref legend and good mate Rodney Bradke, who took to the Bruce Highway on the weekend and made a pit stop at the Tully Showgrounds to show us the ways of the force, well, how to ref a game anyway.

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greater Cassowary Coast Region, don't hesitate to get in touch with Tully Tigers President Antony Emmi or Operational Manager Colin Wilkie as another Referee Course is running this weekend in Tully. As mentioned before, we need as many volunteers across our region to ensure footy is back and stronger than ever, so get behind your club.

Shane Kieth Warne, the Shiek of Tweak, the King of spin, or just plain old Warnie, I can't remember for a while. Waking up on a Saturday morning to some bad news, but hearing the words "Shane Warne died" was a shock to everyone's weekend. You didn't have to like him, you didn't have to know cricket, but the name Shane Warne was and is what our sporting landscape is all about.

He loved a beer, a dart, and occasionally he bowled spin. He was always up for a good time. Every Summer

With my eyesight already failing me, this was an eye-opener to see what goes on in the middle as a referee. Sometimes I think we get to caught up in judging the men in pink. I have been on so many occasions myself, so listening and understanding their role was something I could take on when attending my next footy game.

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since I was a knee-high to a grasshopper, the name Warnie would always grace our television with wickets, Nike earings with that incredible mullet of blonde hair when he was playing.

He was also a deep thinker of the game when he was commentating. But it was his softer side that many remember. When the bush fires tore through our country, leaving many with nothing, it was Warnie who organised a special game of cricket with international celebrities and cricketing royalties to give millions to those who suffered. He would walk past and see a kid trying to bowl spin at the local park, and in true Warnie fashion, he would pull up and offer some tips.

And his greatest attribute: He loved his country, his family, mates, a beer, and he loved cricket.

I mean, how good is that? You can't get any more Aussie than that. To one, Shane Kieth Warne, thank you for making my childhood Summers the best any kid could ever ask for. Rip legend.

These guys and girls work hard, and I personally think if we show them some respect for their craft, then I think we can enjoy the game instead of looking for excuses to abuse them.

There are so many who are volunteering their time this weekend across North Qld with a whistle in their hands, young and old (excluding me), so let us get behind them.

If anyone is interested in becoming a ref in the

Rodney Bradke teaching the next batch of Rugby League Refs

Thank you Warnie, RIP Legend.

Tully rugby league talent Romy Teitzel stars for Newcastle in Round 1 clash MARIA GIRGENTI

Romy Teitzel who captained the North Queensland Gold Stars women’s team in 2021 is now looking to make her mark this year with the Newcastle Knights in the NRLW competition. Photo: Ian Hitchcock/QRL

TULLY rugby league product Romy Teitzel scored Newcastle Knights' first ever NRLW try during their opening game of the NRL Telstra Women's Premiership against Parramatta Eels at McDonald's Jones Stadium, Newcastle, on Sunday, February 27.

The twenty-three-yearold fullback Teitzel used an impressive show-and-go and carved her way through the Eels left-side defence to score Newcastle Knights' opening try.

For the last twenty minutes of the game, the score remained 12 - 12 before Eels' fullback Maddie Studdon slotted a field goal in the final minute to snatch a thrilling one-point maiden win for Parramatta.

In 2021, Teitzel captained her hometown club, the North Queensland Gold Stars, in their maiden Queensland Rugby League Women's Premiership campaign.

She had nine appearances for the North Queensland Gold Stars. Teitzel recorded 42 tackle breaks and nine tries, and her performances saw her selection in the Team of the Year.

She capped off a stellar 2021 season, winning the inaugural BHP Premiership Player of the Year Award at the annual QRL Awards.

Teitzel gained selection in the

Women's Queensland State of Origin squad as the 18th player and strives to make the starting 17 in this year's Origin series.

This year, Teitzel is the inaugural team captain of the Newcastle Knights NRL Women's team.

Teitzel made her NRLW debut for the Brisbane Broncos in 2020 before signing with the Knights and moving to Newcastle in late 2021.

Former Gold Stars teammates Emma Manzelmann, Tahlulah Tillett, Katie Green and Rangimarie Edwards-Bruce, have joined Teitzel at the Newcastle Knights.

Teitzel, Tillett, Manzelmann, Green and Edwards-Bruce make up five of the eight NRLW contracted players recently named in the 2022 North Queensland Gold Stars squad to play in the QRLW season.

In the second round of the NRL Women's competition, Brisbane proved too strong with a 28 - 10 victory over Newcastle at WIN Stadium, Wollongong, in wet and slippery conditions last Sunday.

Teitzel comes from good rugby league stock. Her father Craig played first-grade for the Western Suburbs Magpies, Illawarra Steelers, Warrington Wolves and North Queensland Cowboys.

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Innisfail United soccer teams battle it out in the heat STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARIA GIRGENTI

THE inaugural Football Queensland Far North & Gulf League Cup kicked off last Saturday, which saw Innisfail United teams up against the Marlin Coast Rangers in three pre-season games.

Raymond, Lachlan and Annette Lyons, Matt and Kyrene Howarth, Warren Gill, Paulo Di Carlo and family, Joshua Lizzio and Chris Calleja, who worked behind the scenes with marking lines, installing

new goals, cleaning change rooms/ canteen in preparation for game day, as well as all the coaches in for getting the teams game ready.

This Saturday, in round 2 of the Far

North & Gulf League Cup, Innisfail United Under 18s, Reserve Men’s, Premier Men’s and Women’s teams travel away to play Leichhardt at White Rock.

Innisfail United Under 18s, Reserves Men’s and Premier Men’s teams played in oppressive humidity, so regular drink breaks took place.

In the Under 18s match, Innisfail went down 14 - 0 but played gallantly, despite having no substitutes on the beach and younger players stepping up to play.

After leading 3 - 1 at halftime, the Reserve Men’s team had a 3 - 2 victory over Marlin Coast. The Premier Men’s side finished with a 2 - 2 draw.

The new and exciting tournament has eight clubs in the Men’s division and six clubs in the Women’s division.

These eight Senior Men’s teams, split into two groups, will see games take place over three match days, followed by the semi-finals and finals, whilst the Women’s division has six teams with the same format.

Innisfail United Football Club especially wished to thank Hayden Darveniza, Scott Davies, Cameron Ferguson, Scotty Sargent and family,

Innisfail United and Marlin Coast Reserve Men’s players vie for ball possession.

The Reserve Men’s match between Innisfail United and Marlin Coast.

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Under 18s action between Innisfail United and Marlin Coast teams in Round 1 of the Far North & Gulf League Cup at Castor Park.

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Friday, March 11, 2022

Fishing News

RoLy Newton

MOST of the boating was confined to inshore over the weekend, with Saturday being the better day of the two. Most boats managed mixed bags consisting of Grass Sweet Lip, Gold Spot Cod and the occasional Coral Trout.

There were also good numbers of Fingermark caught from the rubble patches and Headlands.

The water had cleared up quite quickly due to the neap tides, and the sounder was showing large bait schools gathering in the typical places. These bait schools have attracted Trevally, Queenfish and even some of season Doggy (School) Mackerel. The real surprise was the Bluefin Tuna, which started to bust up around the coastal and Island Headlands.

Over the last week, the Hinchinbrook area has undoubtedly been the place to be, with excellent catches of Fingermark and a few lovely Grunter being reported by anglers fishing the deeper holes in the creeks and the rubble patches along the edge of the drop-off. My staff have been doing exceptionally well with quality Fingermark and Barramundi being caught and, in most cases, being released.

The Hinchinbrook channel has also been the place to go as far as Barra and Mangrove Jacks are concerned with quality Barra to 90cm. and Jacks to 45cm. being caught. Most of the captures have been captured on lures; however, I have also seen photos of great catches on live baits. On Saturday, I was walking the Edmund Kennedy walking track when I came across an angler doing battle with a big Barra he had hooked on a dead prawn. Unfortunately, the fish was lost due to a light leader 20lb. When using soft plastics or bait fishing for Barra, I consider a 40lb. Fluro carbon leader is a minimum starting point as their gills, and rough mouths quickly wear through lighter leaders. You can often get away with a more lightweight (40lb) leader on hard-bodied lures as they are normally on the outside of the mouth, but keep your fingers crossed if you hook that big one.

As the water clears, we are also starting to catch some Barra in the coastal creeks, and there has been a few Trevally and Flathead caught around the sand bars at the river mouths.

The Mud Crabs are slowly getting more plentiful, with most boats managing a crab or two. We are

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info@wettropictimes.com.au PO Box 1100, TULLY, 4854 70 Butler Street, TULLY coming into the best crabbing weeks of the year, so be prepared and take along a few pots.

The fishing in the Liverpool, Tully and Murray freshwater reaches slowed a little as the water quality improves and the river heights drop. We have certainly seen some fantastic fishing in the last two months in the fresh. All we need is some more rain, and the action will be on again.

Anglers fishing the freshwater reaches of the Tully have also been managing some nice Sooty Grunter and Jungle Perch.

When writing this report (very early in the week), it looks like there is a chance of good boating conditions this weekend. Hopefully, we might get some cloud to cool things down a bit if this is correct.

Either side of the early morning high tide will suit those wishing to fish for Pelagic around the islands or headlands. The tide variance is quite large, so there will be minimal time to fish the deeper holes for Fingermark. This early morning tide change is ideal for fishing for grunter up on the edge of the shallow flats.

Either side of the evening, high tide will better suit those wishing to fish for Fingermark or Grunter in the deeper holes or areas affected by the water current.

If you are keen to chase a Barra or Mangrove Jack, the incoming afternoon tide is ideal and will produce some great fishing.

If you are thinking to head out wide, get an up-todate forecast and check for storms.

Good Fishing Roly Newton Tackle world Tully

TIDE TIMES LUCINDA MARCH FRI 11

SAT 12

SUN 13

MON 14

6:29 am 2.8m 1:27 pm 1.58m 6:41 pm 2.16m 12:12 am 1.43m 6:48 am 2.97m 1:38 pm 1.48m 6:53 pm 2.29m 12:40 am 1.28m 7:09 am 3.11m 1:50 pm 1.41m 7:08 pm 2.43m 1:04 am 1.13m 7:31 am 3.24m 2:02 pm 1.34m

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WED 16

THU 17

JOHNSTONE RIVER MARCH

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SAT 12

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Wet Tropic Times

Friday, March 11, 2022

Innisfail United soccer teams battle it out in the heat Page 22

Innisfail’s Codey Toft wins double gold at the QBJJC Townsville Open MARIA GIRGENTI CODEY Toft from Fusion Fight and Fitness Innisfail won double gold at the Queensland Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Circuit (QBJJC) Townsville Open last month at Upper Ross PCYC. In the final, Toft claimed the win on points in a tough match against Jett Zielski from Atos Jiu-Jitsu Townsville in Kids Gi

Yellow/Orange/Green Teen III (15 years) Male/-52.5kg division.

Toft, aged 14, also won gold against Zielski in the Kids No Gi/Teen III/ (15 years)/Male/54.5kg division.

The Townsville Open, a tournament of all levels of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and competitors of all ages,

attracted 211 registrations from Townsville, Cairns, Whitsundays, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Mackay, Sunshine Coast and Melbourne.

Almost four years ago, Toft started doing private lessons with Kyle and Brodie Mayocchi, travelling down from Cairns to Innisfail every weekend.

Three years ago, he started

full time with Fusion Fight and Fitness. Since then, he has won numerous gold medals and titles across Australia and internationally.

His achievements include gold in Queensland State Championships, three gold in Pan Pacific, NQ Cup, Southeast Championship, Trident Tournament, Townsville Open, ADCC, FNQ BJJC,

Mayocchi Brothers Summer and Winter Cups, World Youth Championships in Abu Dhabi (2017), twelve trophies in WKA. Last year competed in his first cage bout and IMMAF title at Byron Bay Open.

Toft’s commitment and dedication to his sport sees his parents drive him from Cairns to Innisfail three times per week.

On Tuesdays and Thursdays, he arrives early to assist with the coaching of Fusion Fight and Fitness Innisfail’s Junior BJJ classes before taking part in the adult classes.

He is thankful to Fusion Fight and Fitness Innisfail and all his coaches.

In 2021, Toft was rewarded for his talent and efforts with sponsorship from Hyperfly Australia, who invited him to join the world-class team of Hyperfly athletes alongside Kyle and Brodie Mayocchi.

Hyperfly Australia felt motivated to sponsor Toft after observing his hard work, dedication, being a respectful and polite person on and off the mat, as well as his willingness to help those around him with no thought of time or effort, which perfectly fitted their You Can’t Teach Heart movement.

At The Australian Jiu-Jitsu Championship in Melbourne late last month, Innisfail’s Brodie Mayocchi claimed a bronze medal in the Male Gi Adult purple belt -76kg (Light) division.

He dominated his first match against Kobi Dynon 13-2, then won his next match against Benjamin Tran by submission (mounted triangle/kimura).

Unfortunately, in the semifinal against William Bunn, Mayocchi fractured and dislocated his wrist, so he could not continue.

Despite suffering a wrist injury in the semi-final, Brodie Mayocchi won bronze at The Australian JiuJitsu Championship in Melbourne.

Codey Toft won two gold medals at the QBJJC Townsville Open. Photo: Hyperfly Australia

Although he is understandably disappointed, as he wanted to take out the division, Mayocchi will return better than ever.

Despite his injury, he was straight back at Fusion Fight and Fitness gym to take all his normal Women’s only BJJ, parents’ fitness and adults Muay Thai classes.