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WEATHER Tomorrow - Saturday Ingham Sunny 18 - 27 Cardwell Mostly sunny 19 - 27 Tully Partly cloudy 18 - 25 Mission Beach Partly cloudy 19 - 25 Innisfail Partly cloudy 20 - 25 Tomorrow - Sunday Ingham Mostly sunny 17 - 25 Cardwell Partly cloudy 18 - 25 Tully Partly cloudy 17 - 23 Mission Beach Partly cloudy 19 - 24 Innisfail Partly cloudy 19 - 25

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JARAGUN greeted Elisa Nichols to the Russell River catchment with a welcome to country in Yidi—the language of local Wanjuru Traditional Owners. Elisa is Executive Director of the Office of the Great Barrier Reef at the Department of Environment and Science (DES) and Manager of the Qld Government’s Reef Assist Program (RAP).

Elisa visited several RAP and water quality improvement project sites across the catchment to see first-hand employment and training outcomes for Wanjuru, environmental restoration activities on-the-ground, how new technologies are being utilised to deliver more effective environmental results, the application of water quality improvement trials, and a range of successful partnerships with other areas of the Qld Government, cane growers, landowners and a charity.

The Wanjuru RAP team provided Elisa with demonstrations of land and boat-based chemical control of Glush Weed (Hygrophila costata), control of Harungana (Harungana madagascariensis) using a mechanised

stem injector tool, revegetation to restore habitat for native species along Babinda Creek with plants propagated in Jaragun’s native plant nursery, and a drone used to survey then treat pest weed trees growing amongst native vegetation.

David Morrison of the Department of Resources gave an informative presentation on the application of stateof-the-art DualEM (Electromagnetic Induction, EMI) technology to produce detailed soil maps that support implementation of Six Easy Steps—the cane industry standard for best practice nutrient management. This included an on-farm visit with local cane growers to discuss the benefits of EMI soil mapping for accurate siting of strategies to improve water quality discharged to the Reef.

A highlight of the day was spending time on Babinda Creek with Elders Uncle Joe Mow and Uncle Russell Mow whose aspirations for younger Wanjuru to work on country has been realised through the RAP.

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Dunk Island Sale: Is it more than meets the eye?

SARI HYYTINEN UPSENSE Media Capital have engaged in the purchase of Dunk Island from the Bond family, as Mayfair 101 have been unable to meet their commitment.

Cassowary Coast Regional Council Mayor, Mark Nolan, said whilst he understood that at this time the sale was not yet settled, he was gladdened conversations had already commenced between the prospective purchaser and Council.

“I anticipate we will build a productive partnership with the purchaser and have commenced conversations around long-term plans and the regional benefits that activating Dunk Island would provide.

“A prosperous Dunk Island would be another jewel in the crown of what the Cassowary Coast has to offer.

It would also provide job opportunities for locals, which is always a win in my book.”

Mayor Nolan said the purchaser had stated their intention to work with the local community in the future vision for the island.

“An activated Dunk Island would complement the Council’s Master Plan for Mission Beach.”

Upsense’s representative, General Managing Partner, Mark Spillane, who is known for working with Aerosmith, Van Halen, and Jimmy Barnes, has advised that it is too early to talk about the direction they will take with the island. Upsense is still making the decision of whether it will rebuild the resort or will go in another direction.

It has been a tumultuous time for the Mission Beach community regarding Dunk Island, as since Cyclone Yasi in 2011, the island has not been the same.

There was significant disappointment in 2020 for the Mission Beach community when all the realestate purchases made by Mayfair 101, as part of their ‘Project Paradise’ plans to transform Mission Beach and Dunk Island into “the tourism mecca of Australia”, were unable to be settled.

Mayfair 101 still have a stake in the direction that Upsense take Dunk Island.

"So we have plans still to, where possible, reclaim a number of the properties that we had settled up there, and there are still a number of properties that we still have under contract," said Mayfair 101 Director, James Mawhinney, to ABC reporters, Jemima Burt and Kier Shorey.

"We are very cognisant of the Court Orders.”

For the greater community and water services not being able to utilise Dunk Island to its full capacity since Cyclone Yasi has been a significant disappointment.

In 2019, the Council developed the Mission Beach Master Plan, in conjunction with the Mission Beach community and Village Green businesses. A funding submission for a Building Better Regions Grant has been submitted and the Council is currently awaiting the outcome of this application.

As part of the FY21/22 Council Budget, Council has allocated $2.52 million towards the Mission Beach CBD upgrade. This project will commence subject to

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outcomes from external funding applications.

The Council has also allocated $450K towards the Mission Beach CBD carpark construction works in its latest Budget announcement.

Further information regarding the Mission Beach Masterplan can be found by visiting http://www. cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/master-plans-andstrategies1.

Time to plan for backpacker return says Katter KENNEDY MP, Bob Katter, has called on the State and Federal Governments to clear the way for the return of international backpackers coming into North Queensland, as they are desperately needed to fill worker shortages in key industries such as tourism, hospitality and fruit and vegetable farming.

Mr Katter has been in discussions with several of the key Far North Qld growers and tourism operators about establishing quarantine facilities.

“Growers and hospitality bosses want to get things moving as they are having to scale back their operations due to a shortage of workers,” Mr Katter said.

“These backpackers will be coming from countries that have high Covid vaccination rates. At some point in time we need to accept that we are not going to get rid of this virus, we must live with it.

“Unlike the Pacific Island workers, the backpackers spend their pay straight back into the North Qld community at pubs and on tourism attractions. Towns like Mission Beach thrive off the backpacker dollar, so

we are really missing their presence.

"The first step is to put in a quarantine station in North Queensland and we're hoping by next week we'll have a more detailed proposal. Using the closed Agricultural Colleges in Emerald and Longreach has also been proposed as quarantine sites, and I think the State Government should seriously look at that.”

residency for international workers willing to commit to three years of employment.

Banana grower Dennis Howe has met with Mr Katter and is looking at a site for quarantine near Mareeba where a 160-room facility could be built to meet Covid-19 protocols. The site could be used as accommodation for future workers once quarantining was no longer required.

"There is plenty of work around but high unemployment in the area, so that's not going to change if it hasn't by now,” Mr Howe said.

"Backpackers are keen, they want to come here, and work but we need to find a way to facilitate that (during the pandemic)."

Mr Howe also suggested offering permanent

Bob Katter humping bananas. Photo credit: Brian Cassey

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News in Brief South Johnstone State School ‘Get Set for Prep’ program SOUTH Johnstone State School's 'Get Set for Prep' program starts in Term 3 and will run each Tuesday morning from 9.00am - 11.00am, commencing on July 20 to September 7.

Students are to bring a hat and lunch.

All Prep enrolments receive a free book pack and school shirt.

This family-friendly school has excellent staff to student ratios, recognises each student is different and learns in their own way, and offers many different programs, such as the Homework Club, Educational Intervention Program, Resilience Project, and the Breakfast Club.

The program will also run in Term 4, from 9.00am - 3.00pm, on Monday, October 11, Tuesday, October 19, Wednesday, October 27, Thursday, November 4, and Friday, November 12.

For further information, please visit South Johnstone State School, East Avenue, South Johnstone, or by phoning 4064 2183, or via email: the.principal@ southjohnstoness.eq.edu.au.

Hinchinbrook News in Brief Works for Queensland Projects THE district has been undergoing a facelift thanks to Works for Queensland (W4Q) funding. Our foreshores were given themes, Lucinda – Barramundi, Taylors Beach – Mud Crab, and Forrest Beach – Turtle. These themes were incorporated into the W4Q works with Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) funding of sculptures by local artist, John Heard, and footpath stenciling.

Our beaches benefited from a combination of approximately 850 meters of footpath, 18 new tables of which nine were wheelchair compliant, six bench seats, and three rubbish bins with recycling components. Taylors Beach also received two laguna lounges and a new playground on the foreshore. Forrest Beach and Lucinda had additional shade shelters installed.

Local builders DJ Duffy and Richard Peeke successfully secured the contracts. Other projects included the installation of street furniture at Rotary

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Park, consisting of nine tables and seven bench seats. Kelly Theatre’s renovations and upgrades to its amenities was awarded to Blanco Carpentry. They have been completed and are looking great.

The TYTO Adventure playground located at the TYTO Parklands was officially opened on Saturday, May 22, 2021, with the playground proving to be quite popular within the community.

The Halifax footpath connectivity and community shelter were also awarded to local contractor, DJ Duffy.

The Council thanks the State Government, alongside Arts Queensland, for its generosity through their W4Q and Regional Arts Development Fund programs.

NAIDOC Week Celebrations THE Council acknowledged our First Nations people at the NAIDOC 2021 Flag Raising Ceremony and Cake Cutting Monday, July 5, 2021. The theme this year of ‘Heal Country!’ invites all Australians to embrace First Nations’ cultural knowledge and understanding of Country as part of Australia’s national heritage and to equally respect the culture and values of Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islanders as they do the cultures and values of all Australians.

Healing Country means finally resolving many of the outstanding injustices which impact on the lives of Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islander peoples. It is about hearing and actioning the aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples which are the culmination of generations of consultation and discussions among our nations on a range of issues and grievances.

Food Business Licence Renewals THE Council has distributed Food Business Licence Renewal Forms to all current Food Business Licence holders.

The Council’s Food Licence inspection program will commence on Wednesday, July 7, 2021, and will continue until all registered food businesses have been inspected. The Council would like to remind licence holders that their renewals are due by Tuesday, August 31, 2021. Any renewals not paid for by this date may incur a reinstatement fee.

New and improved payment arrangements now in place THE new financial year marked an important change for Queensland Sugar Limited (QSL) cane growers in the Herbert River, Burdekin, Proserpine and Plane Creek milling districts, with new, simplified GST arrangements now in place.

QSL now applies GST to its transactions and issues an RCTI/Tax Invoice for these growers’ payments, enabling them to enter their QSL sugar

Friday, July 9, 2021 income, expenses and GST information into their bookwork just like any other RCTI. The GST change is part of a wider program of recent payment improvements, including new easyread statements, payment notifications and the ability to access key payment information on the go via the QSL App. For further information about the improvements, visit www.qsl.com.au or contact your local QSL representative.

Fees and Charges THE Council would like to advise that the Fees and Charges for the 2021- 2022 financial year were adopted at Council’s General Meeting held Tuesday, May 25, 2021. The adopted Fees and Charges came into effect Thursday, July 1, 2021.

Fees and Charges for 2021-2022 are available on the Council’s website’s ‘Rates, Fees and Charges’ page or by visiting Council’s Main Office at 25 Lannercost Street, Ingham.

Dog Registration Renewal Notices DOG Registration Renewal Notices will be issued to all current registered dog owners and must be paid on or before Sunday, August 15, 2021, to receive a 50% discount on renewal fees. The Council would like to remind all dog owners that responsible dog ownership means ensuring your dog is microchipped and registered with the local Council of the Shire in which the owner is living. If you do not receive your Dog Registration Renewal Notice prior to Friday, July 30, 2021, please contact the Council to ensure your mailing details are correct.

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Upcoming ‘Meet the Candidates’ event INNISFAIL District Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Tourism is holding a ‘Meet the Candidates’ event for the upcoming by-election to fill the vacancy in the office of the Division 6 Councillor in the Cassowary Coast Regional Council.

The by-election was triggered by the resignation of Division 6 Councillor Kylie Farinelli last month.

This open event will be held on Monday, July 12, at Innisfail Bowls Club, 1 Corso Street, Innisfail starting at 6.00pm.

The bowls club facilities will be available for the purchase of drinks etc.

Division 6 has more than 3,400 residents and includes the areas of Cowley Beach, East Innisfail, Mourilyan, Boogan, Coquette Point, South Innisfail, Etty Bay, Cowley, Warrubullen and Moresby.

Antonino Ucchino, John Hutchinson, Renee McLeod, Paul Toogood, Harry Tenni, Barry Anderson, and Wayne Kimberley are the Division 6 candidates.

Each of the seven candidates will have five minutes to present themselves and their key campaign points.

This will be followed immediately by two questions from the floor, from the general public to the candidate, at the end of their five minutes.

It is expected the event will be orderly and without prejudice to any candidate, no unruly or bad behaviour will be accepted from any person on the premises.

After the event, candidates will be free to mingle with the general public, if they wish.

If you are keen to attend in person, please register your attendance via the following Try Booking link https://www.

Search for Children in Hinchinbrook Who Follow in Fred Hollows’ Footsteps THE Fred Hollows Foundation is calling for nominations for the annual Fred Hollows Humanity Award, which recognises Year Six students who demonstrate compassion, integrity and kindness towards others.

Parents, teachers, principals and members of communities around the country can nominate a child who is making a difference at www.hollows. org/fredhollowshumanityaward before Friday 23 July 2021.

Since 2012, the Fred Hollows Humanity Award has recognised more

than 1,830 students nationwide, who follow in Fred’s footsteps by making a positive difference in the lives of others.

“Whether it is helping someone in need, volunteering or fundraising for a good cause, children in the Hinchinbrook are making a tremendous contribution to our community and the Fred Hollows Humanity Award is a great opportunity for them to be recognised,” said Cr Jayo.

Previous year’s nominees included a boy from the ACT who taught himself Auslan to communicate with a profoundly deaf classmate, a girl from Victoria who

raised awareness and funds for refugees and a boy from Tasmania who provided ongoing support to a classmate with a serious medical condition.

All nominees will receive a certificate and be recognised at a presentation ceremony later in the year.

Each state and territory will also recognise a Junior Ambassador who will be able to extend their humanity by allocating $5,000, donated by the award’s charity partner Specsavers, to one of The Foundation’s programs to end avoidable blindness.

trybooking.com/BSSRA, so numbers can be managed and remain COVID complaint.

All who attend will be expected to log in via the Queensland COVID App at the venue.

Pre-polling runs from July 12 - 16 at the Innisfail Shire Hall from 9.00am 5.00pm, or vote on the by-election date of Saturday, July 17, with polling booths running at Innisfail East and Mourilyan State Schools between 8.00am 6.00pm.

“Fred used to say the basic attribute of mankind is to look after each other,” said Gabi Hollows, Founding Director of The Fred Hollows Foundation.

“He would be so proud to know The Fred Hollows Humanity Award is recognising students who are demonstrating this belief in their own lives.

“I am constantly inspired by the actions of award recipients and I urge people to nominate a Year Six student in their area who embodies the values of compassion, integrity and kindness.”

Nominations are now open and close 11.59pm Friday 23 July 2021.

To see examples of past Junior Ambassadors and to nominate a Year Six student, please visit www.hollows. org/fredhollowshumanityaward.

2021 Cassowary Coast Regional Council Division 6 Councillor By-election Election information Do you need to vote?

In-person voting

Early voting is from Monday 12 July – Friday 16 July.

Election day is Saturday 17 July.

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Postal voting If you have applied for a postal vote, complete and return it as soon as you receive it. You must complete your vote by 6pm Saturday 17 July, and the ECQ must receive it by 6pm Tuesday 27 July for your vote to be counted.

Remember to put your completed ballot paper in the declaration envelope, sign and have it witnessed. Then put the declaration envelope in the Reply Paid envelope to return to the ECQ.

Remember, voting is compulsory

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Hinchinbrook celebrates NAIDOC week to Heal Country

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Wow, do we live in hope?

SARI HYYTINEN I must admit that I became super excited when I heard that the Dunk Island purchaser was Upsense Media Capital. Could Dunk Island become the place where Australia’s creatives go to make films?

TIFFANY PORTER NAIDOC week celebrations opened in Hinchinbrook at 10:30am this Monday, July 5, 2021, with a flag raising ceremony and speeches, followed by a light morning tea. Guests were then invited to join the organisers for a BBQ at Rotary Park.

The theme for NAIDOC this year is “Heal Country”, and speakers reinforced the understanding that this for all Australians, not just First Nations people. Heal Country speaks to our need to restore both Mother Earth and the unity between all Australians and is an excellent opportunity to raise awareness and educate all about environmental and cultural issues.

National NAIDOC Week is celebrated on the first full week of July every year around the country. Many Councils hold a flag raising ceremony to commemorate its start, and Indigenous peoples appreciate this support, and the opportunity to raise awareness and hold conversations about the issues that affect them.

Local organiser, Joanne Cassady, explained, “NAIDOC Week is a special time for me and for many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We love the opportunity to come together with our community and showcase our wonderful cultures to the world.

Personally, for me, NAIDOC is historically in my family and that’s something I’m very proud of.”

NAIDOC celebrations will be held all across the region this week. Additional Hinchinbrook celebrations include a mural unveiling at the Ingham Health Service, the local hospital, at 10:30am on Wednesday, July 7, and the private opening of a special gift shop featuring Indigenous art called ‘Balgarra Designs Gift Shop’, which will open to the public at 63 Lannercost Street, Ingham, from Monday, July 12, from 9am-5pm.

Hinchinbrook tourism operator, Mungalla Aboriginal Tours, is holding a special event for NAIDOC on Saturday, July 24. Enquires can be emailed to mungalla@bigpond.com or you can call them on (07) 4777 8718.

I am sure that, in America, there are those places that have set themselves up to be the film hot spots and, as a local here in the Wet Tropics, I can say that there is not better place you can find for its raw beauty.

I am sure I have recently mentioned that my Grandad travelled the world and, when he came home, he was glad to be returning to Eden to be with his wife, Eve. We have everything here, the barrier reef, mountains, and rivers. It is just a short plane flight to the desert, if that is necessary for a scene shot.

There are so many possibilities, but, Upsense Media have not yet decided in what direction they will head. Will they reopen the resort? That would be good, but even better if they create a film production centre where locals can go and learn practical skills, and to showcase the Wet Tropics of Australia to the world.

Elders, Josie Barrett and Valma Togo, along with local representative Ramon Jayo, raise the Aboriginal,Torres Strait Island, and Australian flags in unison.

Everybody was all smiles as Elders cut the cake with the Heal Country slogan and NAIDOC 2021 emblem on it.

NAIDOC volunteers serve up the BBQ on a beautiful day in Ingham on Monday.

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Carli Kite takes judges by storm at Ingham Show FALLON ROOCKE

Carli Kite with her painting of three peaches

THE Ingham Show consistently brings together works from a range of talented and budding young artists from around the Ingham region. While the Judges and guests were treated to a wide range of beautiful displays in the Art and Photography Section, it was the artwork from 16-year-old Carli Kite that had observers in awe.

Carli Kite is a Year 11 student at Gilroy Santa Maria College, with a flair for art and a keen eye for detail.

She is the only Year 11 student currently enrolled in visual arts, so she has been fortunate to enjoy one-onone classes with her Art Teacher, Andrew Hill.

During art lessons, Carli learnt to paint with a limited palette, using only red, blue, yellow, brown, and white, and rendering the light to make the colouring more convincing. This was the approach that she used for her Ingham Show art entry, “The Three Peaches”. She was inspired to attempt painting three peaches after watching a video, shown to her by Mr Hill, of three peaches being painted in this limited palette style. So, Carli did her research and found an image of three peaches on Pinterest that she liked, and, from there, she spent close to a week working studiously on the artwork.

Ann Vardanega, the Judge for the Art and Photography Sections at the Ingham Show, commented on how realistic and amazing the artwork looked.

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“This type of painting I would expect from a Master of Art. All of us involved with the Show were amazed that a school student could paint this well and we joked that we thought it might have been accidentally submitted to the wrong section!” Ann said.

Carli grew up with an interest in art after being inspired by her older sister, who also has a natural talent for art.

“My older sister who is now in her late 20s is who inspired me the most. She is a great artist, and, from a young age, I was always watching what she was doing and was inspired to give it a go myself,” Carli said.

“When I was little, I started out drawing with crayons and when I was 12, I started after school art classes with Angie Vernados. I did this until the classes eventually stopped and I then carried on with my art in my own time.”

“I have a few artworks that I’m particularly proud of, but ‘The Three Peaches’ would have to be one of my favourites!”

While Carli enjoys exploring realism, she has also found herself enjoying impressionism and finding ways to push the boundaries to explore the two. She has already chosen her major for Year 12 next year, choosing to explore oil paintings.

Carli is set to complete Year 12 at Gilroy Santa Maria College in 2022 and plans to then go on to study an Arts’ Degree. She is a talented young artist, with her career goal focused towards becoming an Art Director.

We wish Carli all the best with Year 12 next year and her promising future ahead as an artist!

Vital health equipment needed at Tully THE State Government needs to step up and provide essential health equipment, such as a CT scanner and dialysis machine, to Tully Hospital.

At present, patients are being forced to travel a total of an hour and a half, from Tully to Innisfail, for treatment, with the government deeming the area unworthy of access to critical medical equipment.

State Member for Hill Shane Knuth questioned the Health Minister in Parliament recently and requested the installation of a dialysis chair at Tully Hospital, but was told there was not a demand for it.

The Minister responded with “While acknowledging the Tully residents who require dialysis, I am advised that, at present, there is not currently the demand in Tully to safely provide an in-centre satellite dialysis service, given the training requirements for dialysis nurses.”

Mr Knuth said there was currently eight patients in Tully that required dialysis who, while very ill, had to travel to receive treatment, which was not good enough.

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That was not including the many patients who require a CT scan, which the Tully hospital has been requesting for some time.

“There is outrage with the Minister’s response.

Every Queenslander has the right to critical health care in their own backyard,” Mr Knuth said.

“The response that Tully does not warrant a dialysis chair is insulting.”

Mr Knuth stated that once again smaller towns must fight for the right to have basic care and services such as dialysis and CT scans in their community.

“The decisions made by the government should be assessed on the need rather than the cost on a balance sheet. Every Queenslander has a right to access critical health services, regardless of where a person lives,” he said.

“This is the perfect example of the government not delivering services because they deem the cost is not worth the benefit to patients in Tully and surrounding areas.

The 83rd Annual Show Schedule is available from Tully Newsagent, Cardwell, Mission Beach and El Arish.

Exhibition Entry Forms are available from the Tully Show Office or online at www. tullyshow.com.au

“It would be a win, win, if dialysis services were added to Tully hospital as it would relieve pressure on the major hospitals, roads, and services, whilst giving people access to better health closer to their homes.”

Tully Friends of the Hospital Foundation Treasurer, Christine Boric, said they had raised $14,000 for equipment that they were waiting for approval to buy, and they had another $18,000 put aside waiting to identify something else to spend it on.

“Those who need a dialysis are not well and they are being forced to travel two to three times a week for treatment. If we had a machine here, they would not have to travel,” Mrs Boric advised.

“Tully Hospital services a big district including Cardwell, El Arish, Mission Beach, and all of the Tully region.

“I think it is very poor planning of the government not to have already installed a dialysis chair here.”

“It is a full day travel for these people. When you are unwell, a full day away is not ideal.”

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Ingham Hospital unveils murals by local Indigenous artists to celebrate NAIDOC Week

TIFFANY PORTER INGHAM Hospital held a special unveiling presentation of a mural walk around the hospital painted by local Indigenous artists, on Wednesday, July 7, in time for NAIDOC week.

Each artwork was a labour of love by local residents with a strong connection to country. Opened with a Welcome to Country by local artist and Elder, Troy Wyles Whelan, guests were acknowledged, and artists were acknowledged and thanked, before the ribbon cutting ceremony began. The artists then led the procession on a journey around the hospital, describing their work to an appreciative audience.

Local artist, Soraya Whelan, recited a beautiful poem to accompany her artwork, honouring our beautiful natural surroundings, speaking up for the environment and the creatures within it, her people, and customs, and keeping the dreaming alive, whilst reminding us to live conservatively and to not take more than we need, and to share with those who do not have enough.

Her brother, Troy Wyles Whelan, spoke next. His work is predominantly about stepping out into the expanse and appreciating the world around you and coming together as a community.

The next stop was the maternal ward, with a vibrant mural painted by Artist, Josie Barrett, representing motherhood and new life, and honouring the people born here, especially those of the local tribes Biyaygiri, Warrgamay, and Nywaigi. “The people of the past belong here, and the people of the future belong here,” she said. “Everyone who has a future here that’s part of country”, stressing that it was for all of the people who live in Ingham. In honour of the mothers who had given birth there, she then called for a minute’s silence.

The last artist to be featured on the tour was Kelli Stewart. Her paintings are also based in the maternity ward. Her feature mural was of Wallaman Falls, a particularly special place for Warrgamay women. Her two other paintings came as canvasses rather than murals due to COVID issues. She was unable to be present, but her mother, Aunty Beth, attended and posed for photos on her behalf.

Morning tea was held afterwards and thank you gifts were presented to the Artists by Mayor Raymond Jayo.

The refreshments were attended by presenter “Aunty Di” Diane Friday’s son, Jordan Friday, who graced attendees with beautiful live singing while they enjoyed community with each other.

Guests chatted together over morning tea after the event.

Josie Barrett presents about her painting while the crowd watches from the hallway.

The largest mural was painted by Soraya Whelan.

The artists pose with the gifts presented by Mayor Raymond Jayo.

Kelli Stewart’s mother, Aunty Beth, poses next to two of her paintings in her absence.

Troy Wyles Whelan invites you to step through the jungle into the wide world outside.

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9 Opening of new art exhibition celebrating 20 years of Hinchinbrook Regional Arts Friday, July 9, 2021

CLARE WATSON HINCHINBROOK Regional Arts held a grand opening of their new exhibition titled ‘Cardwell Gallery – 20 years’ on Friday night, July 2, to celebrate their 20th anniversary.

Almost one hundred guests attended the opening, which featured artworks from the Cassowary Coast and Ingham communities. “We believe that art and culture are the heart and soul of the community,” said Noel Treharne, President of Hinchinbrook Regional Arts.

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Guests were served beverages while they perused the beautiful art pieces and had the opportunity to vote on their favorite artwork. The People’s Choice Award will be drawn on Sunday night, July 11. The exhibition will be displayed for two years, whilst smaller exhibitions will be put on display in the Cardwell library once a month, sometimes featuring a particular artist and occasionally a range of art within a theme.

An Awards Ceremony was held which was opened

by Marcia Jerry giving the Welcome to Country. Young budding artists also had their work shown in the

The hardworking organizing committee from left to right: Noel Treharne, Rosemary Cresswell, Helen Hiscox, Jenny Green, Libby Clegg, and Daryl Dickson.

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exhibition and received awards.

“I would particularly like to note the children’s participation. It was fantastic, and the fact that so many of them entered and so many of them came on the night was really rewarding to see,” said Libby Clegg, Publicity Officer and Committee member at Hinchinbrook Regional Arts. “That’s what we are all about, trying to get the community and, particularly the young people, involved in art.”

Usually, the Exhibition is open to entrants all over Australia, however due to COVID-19, Hinchinbrook Regional Arts decided to keep it local.

“The quality of the art was outstanding,” said Treharne.

“Normally the art prize is open to the whole of Australia, but because of COVID this year, we decided to make it a particular event for the Cassowary Coast and make it for local artists only,” Clegg advised.

“We were overwhelmed by the response, A: by the sponsors, and B: by the entrants. It has been absolutely fantastic.”

The evening was made possible thanks to sponsorship by the Cassowary Coast Regional Council (CCRC), the Bendigo Bank, and many local Cardwell businesses.

“The sponsorship allowed us to increase the overall prize,” said Treharne. “It went up from 600 to 1000 dollars.”

“The response from local businesses was outstanding,” said Clegg.

The SES provided a marquee for the Awards Ceremony, the CCRC provided the chairs, and delicious food was provided by local Cardwell chef, Jane Emmerson.

The exhibition was three months in the making by the hardworking volunteers at Hinchinbrook Regional Arts.

“We were so overwhelmed by the number of people who came,” said Clegg. “We were really delighted.”

The event was family friendly, and one family in attendance had four generations present.

“It is all about the community at the end of the day,” Treharne said.

Prize Winners

David Rowe, received multiple awards including the Overall Award, standing with one of his Artworks.

Left to right: Noel Treharne, Judy Netterfield, Daryl Dickson, and Geoff Moffatt.

OVERALL Winner: David Rowe - Walking Away A - Hung Works: 1st Deb Clancy - Horseshoe Bay Bowen 2nd Jason Taylor - Cardwell Barra Catching Highly Commended: David Rowe - The Treasure & The Betrayed B - New media: 1st Mitch A Lynn - Isolation Still Life #18 2nd Buck Richardson - Birds of Paradise Highly Commended: Buck Richardson - Room for Magic Moths Lanterns C - Sculpture & Objects 1st Kimyka Wells - Family 2nd David Rowe - Galactic Eye Highly recommended: Jane Milanovic - Life in The Valley D - Youth Secondary 1st Charles McCullagh - Self Portrait 2nd Charles McCullagh - Bush Power E - Youth Primary 1st Charlie Manno - Kimberly Fishing 2nd Jordan Manno - Island Design Highly Commended: Nate Ihle - Frog on a Leaf Special Mention - Kennedy State School

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Phone/seatbelt cameras out to catch drivers anywhere, anytime ROADSIDE cameras that can catch drivers using their phones behind the wheel or not wearing a seatbelt will be permanently rolled out on Queensland roads later this month.

With the number of lives lost on Queensland roads continuing to cause concern among authorities, the new cameras are a key part of the Palaszczuk Government’s record $1.69 billion road safety plan.

Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said distracted driving was a silent killer on the state’s roads, likening it to drink driving.

“Our message has always been direct and very simple: just put your phone away," Mr Bailey said.

“Using a mobile phone while driving has the same impact as getting behind the wheel with a blood alcohol reading between 0.07 and 0.10.

“We successfully trialled these cameras last year, and have been talking about them coming to Queensland roads for two years.

“That time has arrived, and from July 26, the cameras will be out on roads across the state ready to spot drivers using their phones when they’re driving.

“Some of the cameras will be mobile, and we won’t be telling people where they are either.

“Drivers should expect to be caught anywhere, anytime, whether they’re driving in the city or on a regional highway.”

Mr Bailey said there would be a three month grace period for drivers, meaning those caught on camera using their phone between 26 July and 31 October this year would be notified and made aware they had been caught, but not fined.

From 1 November, any driver caught by the cameras can expect to receive a $1033 fine and lose four demerit points.

The cameras will also be able to detect drivers and their front seat passengers not wearing their seatbelts.

Last year, 43 people who died in crashes in Queensland weren’t wearing a seatbelt, 14 more than in 2019 and 15 more than the previous five-year average.

Mr Bailey acknowledged the penalties were tough, but said they were necessary to stamp out driver distraction.

“So far in 2021, 136 people have died on Queensland roads – 12 more than at the same time last year,” he said.

“The numbers are shocking, particularly when you consider that for every life lost, another 27 people are treated in hospital.

"These deaths and injuries have a shattering impact on communities across the state.”

RACQ spokesperson Renee Smith said the Club welcomed the introduction of mobile phone and seatbelt detection cameras across Queensland to improve road safety.

“We know on average around 29 people are killed and more than a thousand others are seriously injured every year on Queensland roads as a result of crashes where driver distraction played a part,” Ms Smith said.

“More detailed rules around mobile phone use by drivers, along with greater enforcement of the road rules through these first-of-a-kind cameras, will help to reduce driver distraction and improve road safety in

Queensland.

“Sadly, we’re still seeing drivers refusing to wear a seatbelt. Seatbelts save lives – it’s as simple as that.

“Refusing to wear a seatbelt is a risk that can’t afford to be taken, as it’s often the difference between life and death in a crash.

“Given the shocking number of people killed on our roads so far this year, we hope these new measures will help deter unsafe driving and save lives.”

Distracted driving is not the only deadly driving behaviour set to be targeted with changes this year, with the most substantial reforms to drink driving since random breath testing was introduced starting from September.

“Under these reforms, drink drivers will need to complete an early intervention course before they can get their licence back,” Mr Bailey said.

“Repeat offenders will also be subject to a mandatory, multi-session education program, and changes to the Alcohol Ignition Interlock Program will see it expanded to include mid-range drink drivers.”

Mr Bailey said the Palaszczuk Government would invest record funding in road safety initiatives over the next four years.

“That funding will be used to prioritise safety upgrades, improve driver education, make school zones safer and develop policies to reduce road crashes and trauma,” Mr Bailey said.

“We’ll also continue working with the Federal Government to deliver upgrades like better rest facilities, new road barriers, extra street lighting and overtaking lanes, audio line-marking and wide centre line treatments on high risk roads across the state.”

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NICK Dametto, Member for Hinchinbrook has today restated his full support for the Cardwell Mountain Bike Proposal, in a letter to Mayor Mark Nolan at Cassowary Coast Regional Council.

“North Queensland is fortunate to have world class natural assets at our doorstep. Developing the eco-tourism brand is crucial to ensure Cardwell is a destination that attracts tourists interested in riding, hiking, swimming, or strolling.

“Visitor statistics have decreased immensely in Cardwell since Cyclone Yasi, long standing issues with tidal access and now COVID-19,” said Mr Dametto.

The Cardwell Mountain Bike Proposal is an innovative initiative that will attract domestic and international tourists when restrictions ease and boarders re-open.

“If we can mirror the success World Trail has had in other regions, the economic and reputational benefits would be significant.

“Mountain bikers will travel the distance to beautiful, remote and unique

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regions to tackle the trails. Rural towns dealing with economic challenges are crying out for innovative initiatives that will boost tourism post COVID-19.

The Cardwell Mountain Bike Proposal has the potential to revive existing businesses and entice new business opportunities” said Mr Dametto.

Community Bike Trails Action Group member Kathy Sheahan said, “There are many boxes to tick when creating a mountain bike destination however one of the key elements is location.

Cardwell is ideally situated on the coast overlooking the beautiful Coral Sea, the world-renowned Hinchinbrook Island to the east and Australia’s most extensive mountain range to the west. These ranges are what excites a mountain biker.”

Cairns, home to both domestic and international airports with easy access by car to Cardwell.

Throw some epic mountain bike trails into this mix and we believe we have the right formula to appeal to the global mountain bike community.”

This project will provide the community with an asset that will also encourage the community to improve the mental health and wellbeing.

INNISFAIL’S CommBank employees are extending an invitation to local businesses and the wider community to dress in their favourite pyjamas for the fifth annual Pyjama Day on Friday, July 23.

This event raises funds for the Pyjama Foundation, which helps children in foster care.

In August 2020, World Trails were selected by Cassowary Coast Regional Council to commence feasibility investigations. This $100,000 feasibility investigation was joint funded by the State Government and Council.

“This has my full support, and I am offering to work proactively with Council to lobby for grant funding for the project” stated Mr Dametto.

Ms Sheahan said Cardwell was perfect for riders as a “ride in, ride out location”.

“It’s a place where they can walk out of their accommodation, jump on their bike and be on the trails in a matter of minutes. In addition to this, we are ideally placed between Townsville and

Nick Dametto, Member for Hinchinbrook

Innisfail hosts fifth annual Pyjama Day to help foster kids achieve BIG dreams MARIA GIRGENTI

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Everyone who participates on the day goes into the draw to win some great prizes.

CommBank Manager, Margaret Milani said "The CommBank team in Innisfail are delighted to support this amazing Foundation and the work they do with kids in foster care. We hope the local community will support this great cause by wearing their PJs to work.”

Pyjama Day highlights the important

work of the Pyjama Foundation, which offers a one-on-one mentoring program to children in foster care who desperately need assistance with reading, writing, and building self-confidence.

Pyjama Angels do not have to be teachers or have had children of their own.

Our volunteers come from all walks of life but the one thing they have in common is a love of learning, as well

Staff at the Innisfail CommBank branch at a previous Pyjama Day when they wore their sleepwear to work.

as a desire to be a caring and, most importantly, a reliable and consistent presence in the life of a young person.

Volunteers spend about an hour a week visiting with their child, reading books, playing educational games, and helping with homework.

They also partake in other activities suited to the child, to help engage them in learning in a fun way, with the aim of inspiring a genuine love of learning.

Any individuals or businesses that would like to be part of Pyjama Day can visit Margaret and her friendly team at the Innisfail branch of the Commonwealth Bank.

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Budget FY21/22 - Investment into roads and infrastructure CASSOWARY Coast Regional Council has committed to investing almost $12 million into roads and infrastructure as part of the FY21/22 budget announcement.

Mayor Mark Nolan said the allocation would support economic recovery, whilst providing lasting infrastructure to help the region bounce back after COVID-19 impacts.

“Key projects include a $941,000 investment into upgrades on Murray Street, Tully. Works will improve pedestrian access and improve road safety by undertaking road reconstruction and upgrades to kerb and channel and drainage.”

“Owen Street, Innisfail, will benefit with a $1.25 million investment into the rehabilitation of the pathways, kerb, and road on Owen Street, from Grace Street to Edith Street. Works are partially funded by

Council, with just over $500,000 committed, and the remainder of the funding sourced from the Federal Government.”

Councilor Nolan said that investing in safer and more efficient roads and would not only improve safety for all road users, but it would also help strengthen the economy by ensuring our communities are connected.

“Cowley Beach Road will see an $872,500 project undertaken to remove and replace aged culverts.

Culvert upgrades are important to allow rainfall runoff and floodwater to safely drain as a flood control measure.”

“Having shovel ready projects and future planning in place will be a key lever in driving the economy over the coming years and Council has taken a new approach, with a forward design program, which will ensure detailed design is completed for projects planned for

the next ten years. This $915,000 program will assist the delivery of future budgets by having full detailed plans and costings ready to progress.”

These works are just some of the many upcoming road improvement projects that Council has committed to deliver within the Cassowary Coast.

Other key projects include: • Mission Beach CBD carpark $450,000 • South Mission Beach pathway project $700,000 • Barbwire Creek Bridge renewal $999,950 • Annual reseal program $1,000,000 • Unsealed road renewal program $814,000 • Sealed roads renewal program $730,893 • Bridge renewals $400,000

Budget FY21/22 - Water security - an investment for the future CASSOWARY Coast Regional Council is investing almost $6 million into water programs to ensure water security into the future.

Mayor Mark Nolan said it was a celebration across the region to have no boiled water alerts since September 2020. Boiled water alerts were a major frustration for many residents and the recently built Bulgun Creek intake water reservoir had enabled Council to eliminate alerts over the past nine months.

“The FY21/22 budget will continue to build on this great work with funds allocated towards design and some preliminary works to build a new water reservoir at Hyatt Street, Tully.”

“We are committed to building the next generation of water infrastructure to support jobs and contribute to the economic recovery of our region.”

“Our residents need access to safe, secure, and affordable water as one of the essentials of life. Our communities need water to survive and thrive and, of course, water also supports businesses, agriculture and industry.”

“This project will allow us to better manage water by storing water in times of plenty, so it is available in times of need during our dry season,” Councillor Nolan said.

“Council has also committed $890,000 towards continuing the roll out of Smart Meters and annual water renewals across our region. Smart Meters have the potential to save water by detecting leaks early and identifying patterns in usage.”

“Council can also rationalise costs currently associated with manual meter reading, which can be reallocated towards other essential Council functions.”

Councillor Nolan said works will also be undertaken to replace the water main currently under the river at Jubilee Bridge. The new main will be placed on the bridge, which will eliminate the risk of the water main being damaged by debris in the Johnstone River.

“These are just some of the key projects that we will be undertaking in the coming year. These projects will enhance the liveability of our communities- not only now- but also into the future.”

Community gets on board to tackle waste THE Cassowary Coast Local Marine Advisory Committee (CCLMAC) has acted alongside the community to target the reduction of plastic marine debris through the installation of fishing tackle bins and cigarette butt bins at fishing hotspots across the region.

Specially designed tackle bins, made of 100% recycled materials, have been installed at five popular onshore fishing locations. The aim is to facilitate the appropriate disposal of unwanted fishing rubbish and to educate anglers and the wider community about the importance of correctly disposing of fishing waste.

Cassowary Coast Regional Council Councilor and Environment portfolio holder, Jeff Baines, said this project is a great example of the community wanting to protect our natural assets and provide a way to dispose of unwanted fishing tackle in a safe and sustainable manner.

“The tackle bins, situated at Innisfail Public Wharf, Perry Harvey Jetty, Clump Point Boat Ramp, Dunk Island Jetty, and Cardwell Jetty, will be maintained and audited by various community volunteers.”

“The units were designed to hold the line captive, unlike traditional bins, where scavengers, such as marine

birds, can remove the line, causing it to find its way back into the environment.

Fishing litter commonly leads to wildlife death through entanglement in fishing line and hooks and the ingestion of litter.”

“There has been a huge response from our community, supporting the installation of the bins, as well as their upkeep. I would like to thank all the volunteers and site champions who have stepped up to monitor and maintain the bins, and enter data on the waste collected,” said Councilor Baines.

ingestion related cases.

“The bins will be a great initiative and a project the whole Cassowary Coast community can embrace,” said Mrs. McGuiness.

The CCLMAC have partnered with the Cassowary Coast Regional Council, who have installed the bins,

The owners of Mission Beach Wildcare, Sharon and Steve Mcguiness, said the Tackle Bin Project is expected to significantly reduce the high rate of fishing line entanglement suffered by birds foraging through popular fishing areas.

“The signage on the bins alerts the community that dropping tackle on the ground has consequences for wildlife that they may not have realised. It also displays the contact number for wildlife rescue, reducing the time it takes to report a hooked or entangled bird”.

In 2020 alone, the vast majority of the 120 calls regarding marine strandings along the Cassowary Coast were fishing line entanglement and / or plastic

Tackle Bin at Cardwell Jetty.

and Reef Clean, who provided site surveys and guidance signage. This project received grant funding from the Australian Government’s Communities Environment Program.

For bin maintenance, please contact CCLMAC at cassowarycoast.lmac@ gmail.com.

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Local librarian’s outback adventure to help disadvantaged children MARIA GIRGENTI LOCAL librarian, Karen Stacey, and her husband, Troy Reynolds, are preparing to hit the beaten track in their ute to participate in the 2021 Variety Bash Queensland from Winton to Yeppoon via the Birdsville Races, in 10 days from August 30 - September 8.

Team ‘Big Bird’, sporting a cassowary theme, will join a colourful convoy of 150 cars over bumpy and dusty tracks to raise money for Variety, the Children’s Charity, which assists and empowers children who are sick, disadvantaged, or with special needs.

A major sponsor of their blue 1969 HT Holden utility is Life Ur Way disability service in Innisfail, which has generously donated $4,000.

Their other sponsors are Innisfail Mini Rail and Paronella Park, which will have their logos displayed and promoted to visitors throughout western Queensland.

Five years ago, two of Karen’s aunts, aged in their early 70s, did the Scooterbor Challenge, where they rode on scooters across the Nullarbor raising funds for Beyond Blue, which has inspired her.

“As a child, I was always surrounded by my parents and other family who were charitable-and communityminded which really made an impact.”

“Since doing research on the work done by Variety, we feel it will be extremely rewarding, by assisting families who cannot always access government funds.

We love Variety’s motto of giving all Australia kids a fair go,” said Karen.

The pair will be joined by seasoned local Bashers, Sam Corica and Troy Kopp, who are part of the support crew.

The ‘Basher’s’, as they are affectionately known, hand out special gifts and donations to deliver financial support to regional schools, hospitals, and communities such as specialist equipment, therapy, and medical supplies.

This year’s Variety Bash course is set to start in Winton and will visit the iconic outback towns of Kynuna, Cloncurry, Boulia, Bedourie, Birdsville, Windorah, Tambo, Dingo, and Yeppoon, covering close to 3,000 kms.

Since 1990, the Variety Bash has raised more than $18 million for children and children’s organisations across Queensland.

Each vehicle must raise $8,500 as a donation to Variety and there is also an entry fee of $300 which includes GST and is not tax deductible.

The Variety Bash started in 1985 when adventurer, Dick Smith, took a group of intrepid motorists from Bourke to Burketown in their old cars, raising money for charity along the way.

The Bash is not a race, rally, or speed trial and all vehicles must be two-wheel drive, 30 years old or older at the time of entry and non-performance modified.

Currently, Team Big Bird have raised $3,000, however their goal is to raise $9,000.

A raffle is also being run and will be drawn at half time of the Innisfail Leprechauns’ A-grade game at Callendar Park on July 17.

All donations are tax deductible and can be made online via www.varietybashqld.com.au/karen-stacey/.

Any individuals or businesses interested in being a vehicle sponsor or purchasing raffle tickets, can email Karen via: tomorrowland2@bigpond.com to find out

AWARD-WINNING Country Care Childcare, run by Georgina Zadelj, who has been operating in the Cassowary Coast region for 14 years, is now offering an alternative playgroup designed to get children back outside playing.

Zadelj is the only qualified Forest School Leader in the Cassowary Coast region and Official Nature Play Queensland Education Provider, with 20 years of professional experience in Early Childhood.

Normally, three to five families participate in each Forest Friends Nature Playgroup session on Mondays and Wednesdays at O’Connor Drive, Garradunga.

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Karen Stacey and her husband are taking their ute off the beaten track in this year’s Variety Bash Queensland to help disadvantaged children. more information.

To follow Team Big Bird’s adventure, please visit Variety Bash #6469 Team Big Bird Facebook page.

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With guidance from an Environmental/ Soil Scientist and Forester, they will be testing the soil, adding nutrients, as well as monitoring growth and recording any fauna activity to the site.

base for children in our forest school environment.”

“Our playgroup is designed to meet the ever-growing movement of parents wanting to increase their children’s learning through nature play.”

Nature play significantly improves all aspects of child development, including physical, cognitive, social, and emotional.

Playing outdoors grows resilience, self-confidence, initiative, creativity, and more.

Country Care Childcare is one of 1,609 Australian primary schools and early childhood learning centres, which

have been successful in securing a Woolworths Junior Landcare Grant.

The aim of the project is to revegetate a natural area of our service, planting native flora to encourage native wildlife, butterflies, bees, birds, and insects to inhabit there.

Improvements will be made to the soil as it is red dirt once used as cane fields and add a native beehive to encourage bees to pollinate the native plants.

The children will be involved in the preparation and planting of the flora onsite, watering the plants and spreading mulch around them to conserve moisture.

Children who attend the Forest Friends Nature Playgroup explore the outdoors.

Georgina Zadelj (right), with mothers and children, during a Forest Friends Nature Playgroup session, enjoy the outdoor environment.

The expected (environmental and educational) outcomes of the project include, studying the life cycles of flora and fauna, and the connection between them in eco systems.

Two free Open Days will be held at Country Care Childcare at O’Connor Drive, Garradunga on Monday, July 12 and Wednesday, July 14 from 9.00am 11.30am.

Further information can be found by visiting Country Kids Childcare ‘Naturally Fun’ Facebook page, and bookings can be made via www. countrykidschildcarenaturallyfun.com.

Adults, together with their children, can actively participate in nature play, through child-led play activities, sensory experiences, music, story, forest bathing, meditation, nature exploration, and gaining self-empowerment through risk taking opportunities.

“One of the best lessons children can be taught in their early years is to play outdoors. For children, play is learning, and there is no better space for kids to learn than outdoors and in nature.”

Country Kids Childcare’s Forest Garden Program supports children being left to their own devices, while Educators supervise from a distance.

“We love to follow the theory of ‘Circle of Security-Hands Holding Hands’ program and provide a secure

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Large cannabis crop seized at Nerada (Innisfail) DETECTIVES from the Major Organised Crime Squad Rural have charged a man in Nerada (Innisfail) on June 24 in relation to a large cannabis crop find.

Police were conducting a search of Wooroonooran National Park at about 12.30pm when it will be alleged that detectives located approximately 487 cannabis plants ready to be picked.

It will further be alleged they located an elaborate setup in bushland including tarps, water tanks, sprinkler heads and a water pump set up to water the crop.

Police will also allege they located approximately 200 meters of hosing running back to a property on Pullom Road, that is adjacent to the National Park.

A 32-year-old Nerada man was charged with one count each of possession of dangerous drugs, possession of anything used in the commission of a crime and producing dangerous drugs.

POLICE He is expected to appear in Innisfail Magistrates Court on July 12.

Public nuisance, Cardwell A 44-year-old local man will appear in the Tully Magistrates Court on July 29, charged with public nuisance after an incident in Cardwell on Friday afternoon (July 2).

It will be alleged the man has attended a business on Victoria Street at about 12pm where he has starting yelling at customers before taking food from their plates.

Drink driving, Hudson POLICE were conducting patrols on Friday evening when they located a vehicle stuck in mud, with the driver spinning the wheels attempting to gain traction to move the vehicle.

It will be alleged that when police spoke to the driver, he admitted to driving along Laurie Street, Hudson at about 5pm when his attempt at a u-turn resulted in his vehicle becoming bogged in the mud.

Police will allege they could smell alcohol and requested the man provide a sample of breath for a roadside breath test.

The man returned an alleged reading of 0.164 per cent BAC.

Friday, July 9, 2021 The 63-year-old Innisfail man was later charged with being in charge of a vehicle whilst under the influence and is scheduled to appear at Innisfail Magistrates Court on July 19.

Drink driving, Mighell A 50-year-old local man has been charged with drink driving after a traffic intercept on Saturday morning (July 3).

It will be alleged the man was driving along the Bruce Highway at about midnight when his vehicle was observed swerving all over the road.

Police intercepted the vehicle as it pulled into an address on River Avenue and the driver was required to provide a sample of breath for a roadside breath test.

The man returned an alleged reading of 0.188 per cent BAC. He is scheduled to appear at Innisfail Magistrates Court on July 19.

Break and enter appeal, Mission Beach TULLY detectives are appealing for public assistance after a licensed premises at Mission Beach was broken into and extensive damage was caused on Monday (July 5).

Between 3am and 5am, a man has allegedly forced entry into the Porter Promenade business and caused extensive damage to an ATM, cigarette machine and office space.

It will be further alleged he stole cash from the establishment before fleeing the scene.

The man is described as being approximately 180cm tall with a proportionate build.

He was wearing a black hat, black spray jacket, black trousers and boots.

Police are appealing for anyone who may have any information regarding this incident to contact police.

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Friday, July 9, 2021

HE Wet Tropics has always had a lot to offer for a person who likes to travel and now the Real-Estate market is seeing a significant increase of people wanting to buy in rural areas.

COVID has shown the modern working market that they do not need to go to work in an office, as there is as much access to clients in the global market when you are able to work from home.

Zoom and Google meetings have become common place ways to conduct business.

For some people, the need to go to an office and separate their personal life from their social life is important. To others, working from home gives them the flexibility to be able to achieve more, as they no longer need to factor travel time into their day.

What type of person are you?

Find your home in the Wet Tropics!

AUCTION to be held at Felix Reitano’s Auction Room on Friday 16th July at 12 noon.

OPEN FOR INSPECTION TOMORROW 1.00 – 2.00 P.M. OR BY APPOINTMENT! Further details & photos: reitano.com.au ID 2178994

•Large open plan

lounge and dining area with split system air conditioning and timber floors •Hallway has vinyl floor covering •Single bay carport at side •1,012sq.m (over ¼ acre) block

• Privacy in town – • 4 bedroom low set setting of this home Queenslander ensures privacy that • Open plan living are even though you are with polished timber living in town you have floors a private home • Separate bathroom and • Surrounded at the toilet • Storeroom front by trees and • Large shed at rear gardens • Driving by people may • Out of known flood area not even see there is a • 2,444 sq.m (over ½ acre) home there

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A PLACE TO CALL HOME

8 BEDROOM HOME IN TOWN!

3 1 1 land area 1035 sqm Three bedroom highset home on 1,035 sqm. Timber kitchen with 5 burner gas stove, rangehood, dishwasher and a double sink. Wrap around verandahs with louvres for plenty of ventilation. Timber floors also.Lots of space below for storage or entertaining. Fully Fenced yard.On a school bus route. $220,000. Great rent potential. http://aarealty.net/property/1359/

• 4 bedrooms upstairs all with fans and air conditioning. 4 more bedrooms downstairs.

• Two main bathrooms, three toilets, two loungerooms, two laundries, huge modern kitchen.

• A covered outdoor entertainment area overlooks the large lawn, plus a separate courtyard.

• Double attached garage plus a separate single garage. Fenced block with easy care gardens.

LOOKING FOR SPACE? THEN LOOK NO FURTHER! $495,000 NEG - List #9988 http://aarealty.net/property/9988/

Contact Fran on 0401 191 258

Contact Kylie on 0428 944 563

Contact Louise on 0448 751 963

COMFORTABLE HOME

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AUCTION TO BE HELD ON SITE ON SATURDAY, 17TH JULY, 2021 FROM 1.00 P.M. HOUSE FOLLOWED BY CONTENTS OPEN FOR INSPECTION TOMORROW 1.00 – 2.00 P.M. OR BY APPOINTMENT!

known flood area •3 bedrooms – timber floors with fans •Neat kitchen with vinyl floorcovering •Shower, Plunge bath and vanity in bathroom •Separate Toilet

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13 Stone Street, Ingham

5 Stone Street, Ingham

•Lowset home-out of

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• Solid tidy duplex in Goondi • $440/week rental return • Separate back yard • Partly air conditioned $265,000 List #8372 http://aarealty.net/property/8372/

land area 986 sqm

This highset Queenslander features three bedrooms, office, sunroom, modern kitchen complete with ceramic cooktop, wall oven and dishwasher. Underneath has room for storage and two small vehicles. Located on a 1,012 sqm corner allotment. Fully fenced. Approximately 8.5 km to Etty Bay and approximately 9km to the Mourilyan Harbour Boat ramp. Presently returning $300 per week in rent. $249,000. http://aarealty.net/property/1361/

A wonderful family home or a great investment as a B&B, the choice is yours.

• 4 bedrooms.

• Airconditioning.

• Fully enclosed downstairs.

• 2 bathrooms.

• Close to town, childcare and schools. $299,000 - http://aarealty.net/property/1231/

Contact Fran on 0401 191 258

Contact Kylie on 0428 944 563

70 Edith Street, INNISFAIL PHONE: 4061 1466 EMAIL: aarealty@aarealty.net www.aarealty.net

3 1 1 land area 809 sqm • Breezy front patio • Spacious corner block • One block to the beach • School and café near by $225,000 List#1367 http://aarealty.net/property/1367/ Contact Louise on 0448 751 963

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Weekly Sugar Market Overview Indicative ICE 11 Prices

* The ICE 11 contract is the world benchmark contract for raw sugar trading.These figures are indicative of available ICE 11 raw sugar prices as at the week ending 5 July 2021 and reflect the weighted average Australian Dollar/tonne price.The prices have been adjusted to include Over-the-Counter margin fees charged by banking institutions and so may differ from daily prices quoted by the ICE 11 Exchange or other marketers of Growers' Economic Interest in Sugar. Values also do not account for any adjustments resulting from local Grower-Miller pricing arrangements.

Raw Sugar prices • The new prompt ICE 11 raw sugar contract, October 2021, finished last week up 84 points week-on-week, opening on the Monday at 17.16 US cents per pound (USc/lb), before peaking on Thursday at 18.49 USc/ lb and then closing the week at 18.15 USc/lb.

• The July 2021 ICE 11 contract expiry was highlighted by a relatively small volume of sugar delivered to the tape, just 130,900 tonnes and all Brazilian sugar. The low volume is likely to be an indication of low sugar demand, but may also be symptomatic of the slow progress of Centre South Brazil's

harvest providing the October 2021 contract some price support.

• The latest Commitment of Traders data reported an increase on the netlong position as of 29 June 2021. The net speculator position is up 6000 lots to 191,000 lots net long. The United States Department of Agriculture has announced that their grain acreage and stocks are below market expectations which should incentivise speculators to continue to invest in agricultural commodities.

• The Brazilian weather made the headlines again, but this time it was

in relation to a potential frost occurring in two states that represent around 14% of Centre South Brazil's cane.

Frosty weather can be disruptive and damaging to new crops, and the impact can be hard to measure. The news ignited a price spike on the October 2021 ICE 11 contract. However, it was short lived.

Currency • The Australian Dollar (AUD) and equities markets enjoyed a bit of a recovery last week, trading from a low of 74.45 US cents to a peak of 76.02 US cents. However, the Aussie failed once again to hold above the 76 US cent level on a live basis, following news that several Australian states had gone back into COVID lockdowns.

• Equities enjoyed new highs led by positive US economic data. Non-Farm Payrolls for June hit 850,000 jobs added, above the 720,000 expected.

Leisure and hospitality accounted for 40% of the jobs in the month, and government hiring was also strong.

• Domestically, Aussie job vacancies grew 23% since May to be 57% above pre-pandemic levels. The Australian trade surplus also showed positive signs, up to $9.7 billion amid solid export and import figures. This positive data, COVID headaches domestically, and the looming tightening of monetary policy in the US are still a concern. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is meeting today (6/7/21) and markets will be paying close attention to it.

2021-SEASON RAW SUGAR PRICES

This is a whole-of-season ICE 11 price chart for the 2021 Season, based on the current 3:2:1 pricing ratio applicable to QSL Target Price Contract growers. Source: Bloomberg This report contains information of a general or summary nature. While all care is taken in the preparation of this report, the reliability, accuracy or completeness of the information provided in the document is not guaranteed.The update on marketing and pricing activity does not constitute financial, investment advice. You should seek your own financial advice. Nothing contained in this report should be relied upon as a representation as to future matters. Information about past performance is not an indication of future performance. QSL does not accept any responsibility to any person for the decisions and actions taken by that person with respect to any of the information contained in this report.

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Sugar Mill Crushing Statistics

Wilmar Sugar Herbert region mills Week 3, ending July 3 2021 This week

Tully Sugar Limited

South Johnstone Mill

Week 3 ending July 2 2021

Week 2 ending July 4 2021

Season to date

This week

This week

Season to date

Season to date

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91,434

240,608

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80,026

278,317

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10,276

73,547

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11.82

District CCS

12.24

12.40

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10.85

11.11

4.38M

Crop forecast

Still to crush:

2.55M

Crop forecast

Crop forecast

2,271,683

to soil test and seek assistance for developing nutrient management plans.

Greg Shannon

A recent grower meeting held in the Murray was a great success, with more than 40 growers attending to hear from a range of industry people and develop knowledge around soil health.

This meeting was timely leading up to planting and was held in Steve Crema’s shed in the Murray.

Dr Danielle Skojac of SRA and Alex Lindsey of CANEGROWERS ran the day, with industry topics presented by the following people: 1. ‘Importance of soil testing’ – a presentation developed

by Peter Sutherland, TCPSL, but delivered by Alex Lindsay of CANEGROWERS, on the importance of soil testing 2.

‘The Value of leaf sampling’ presented by Alex Lindsay, CANEGROWERS 3. ‘Calcium and mill by-product grower trials’ – Greg Shannon, TSL with an update on the various trails that have been undertaken in the Tully region since 2013 4. ‘Identifying block variability and calcium rate trial’ – Marcus Bulstrode, DAF 5. ‘SIX EASY STEPS Toolbox grower trials’ – Danielle Skocaj, SRA 6. Peter Lucy – ‘RT 7 Murray cane project introduction’ 7. Deb Bass – ‘RT 7 Fish homes and highways project update’ The meeting also involved several growers presenting their own experiences with on-farm trials.

With the range of speakers and the interaction between growers, a lot was learned on the day.

One of the key messages was the need for growers

As harvesting progresses, it is timely to start thinking about soil sampling blocks that are going to be fallowed. With the recent wet conditions, some plough out blocks have had to be harvested early and these can be soil tested soon as an option, instead of waiting until later in the year.

Recently harvested blocks are easily accessible so this can be one reason for sampling soon, but also once a crop is harvested, the level of nutrition in the soil is going to be at its lowest and will give an accurate assessment of what the next crop will require.

Sampling sometime in late July or August also gives everyone plenty of time to get things done on time. The turnaround time for a soil sample to be processed is

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around 3 weeks and will provide recommendations for lime or magnesium, any drainage work, and the application of the ameliorants during the dry period.

Sampling over the next few months means the results will be back this year and avoids a rush later.

The calcium work that was discussed on the day is an ongoing programme run by TSL to look at certain varieties that seem to struggle after 3rd ratoon. The two main varieties on which TSL have worked are Q200 and Q250, and both have shown a tendency to “drop away” going into 3rd ratoon. The theory is that these varieties have quite small root systems, which struggle to access moisture and some nutrients, like calcium and magnesium as the crop ages.

Three sites have been treated with different types of Calcium and magnesium products and these will be assessed in this year’s harvest.

Chris Foley and his daughter Aurora Stop in today to meet Chris Foley, the new owner of Innisfail Chemex!

Chris has 12 years of extensive experience in the pool industry and has owned and operated pool shops in the past. He is looking forward to helping manage and solve any pool problems you may have and is excited to get to know the local community. Stop in today!

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Bowls News

Babinda Bowls DUE to wet weather, no social bowls were played last Thursday.

Please have your names in by 12.30pm for a 1.00pm start for Social Bowls this Thursday and note the earlier time for winter. Beginners are most welcome.

Ron Trackson and Ron Omodei defeated Kevin Anderson and Jim Martinod in the semi-final of the Open Pairs.

The winners will play Gavin Omodei and Jim Azzopardi in the finals on Saturday at 1pm.

The semi-final of the A Singles will be held on Sunday at 9am, with Jim Martinod -v- Gavin Omodei. The winner will play Jim Azzopardi in the finals at 1.00pm.

It promises to be good viewing at the bowls this weekend, come along and watch these finals!

Ingham Bowls MEN’S NQ Pairs were played over the weekend of July 3 – 4. Congratulations to the winners, Shaun Anderson and Mark Hawkins, and well done to Nathaniel Cuznor and Brad Wilson, who were the runners-up.

In the Thursday Barefoot Bowls Luisa Di Bella, Max Thompson, and Stan Cotton, defeated John Lone, John Piotto, and Alf Di Bella, 14 – 12.

On Friday afternoon, Men’s Pairs’ winners were Russell Peterson and Stan Richards who defeated John Eddleston and John Hamlyn, 26 – 15.

Sam Bonacci, Terry George, and Ren Cantatore defeated John Holmes, Stan Cotton, and Jim Dunn, 21 – 14. Kevin Walker and Peter Herman defeated Allen Torielli and Tony Koop, 19 – 12.

The Sunday afternoon social mixed bowls winning Team was John Eddleston, Len Mahon, and Allen Torielli who defeated Sam Bonacci, Alf Di Bella, and Ren Cantatore, 20 1/2 - 15 1/2 (13 1/2 points to 8 1/2).

Max Thompson, Grace Cockrell, and Peter Herman drew with John Holmes, Luisa Di Bella, and John Piotto, 20 - 20 (15 points to 12).

Malynda Cole, Terry George, and Elsa Piotto defeated Roger Celotto, Janese Craven, and John Hamlyn, 22 14 (18 points to 9).

Bev Eddleston, Dave Horsley, and Stan Richards defeated Maria Moore, Kevin Walker, and Tony Koop, 18 - 16 (18 points to 9) The Bar is open on Tuesdays from 4pm - 6pm.

Thursday Night Barefoot Bowls are held from 6pm - 8pm. Please telephone 47762117 before 5.30pm to have your name put on the board.

Friday Afternoon Men’s Pairs commence at 2.15pm. Please have your names into the Club before 1.45pm.

The Irene Paris Trophy is being played on the Noorla green on July 10 – 11. Saturday’s start time is 12.30pm

and Sunday’s start time is 8.30am.

Mixed Social bowls will be played Sunday, July 11 at 1.30pm. Please telephone 47762117 before 12.30pm to nominate. Visitors are welcome.

Sunday Bar Roster, M. Bube.

Social Selectors, T. Koop.

Silkwood Bowls Club ON Wednesday, June 30, bad weather stopped us from playing.

Sunday, July 4 Social Bowls The team comprised of Dennis Donavan, Mirella Berryman, and Ann Hollingsworth defeated the team of David Blackburn, Bevereley Marsden, and Tim Wallis, 24/21.

Graeme Wallace and Ron Giveen defeated Alan Hudson and Barry Green, 29/20.

Daniel Gauci and Anna Della Bella defeated Delmo Tarditi and Tony Cates, 24/16.

Tuesday, July 6 TFNQDLBA District 4’S Play Off at Silkwood Bowls Club Forty-eight lady bowlers, from as far afield as Mossman and Tully, formed six teams to determine who would be the first four teams to advance to the Final Play Off to be held on July 27, at South Johnstone. And what a happy group of lady bowlers were present at Silkwood, when laughter combined with fierce competition graced our green. Thank you.

There were five teams with three wins each. Four teams qualified to the final play off.

1st: B. Druitt, Marlin Coast, 3W+45.

2nd: T. McAlary, Edmonton, 3W+43.

3rd: D. Charman, 3W+33.

4th: M. Bacic #W+18.

Silkwood Bowls offers free coaching lessons for those who would like to experience the fun and challenges of lawn bowls. Age has no limit!

Every Friday night, we hold our traditional BBQ Barefoot Bowls.

Our contact number is: 0459 211 552.

If you are in doubt of play, please give us a call.

All are welcome. Anyone who would like to join us, come along, and try us out!

You can also follow us on Facebook.

Team 7: Mary Bacic / Adrain Woollard / Rita Hudson (5) lost to Team 8: Robyn Brunello / John Taylor / Joan Mercer (17).

Team 9: Debbie Gorin / Joanne Townsend / Toni Buick (5) lost to Team 10: John Brown / Ron French / Lou Brunello (14).

After Smoko: Team 1 (11) defeated Team 4 (5).

Team 2 (12) drew with Team 9 (12).

Team 3 (12) defeated Team 6 (8).

Team 5 (9) lost to Team 8 (18).

Team 7 (6) lost to Team 10 (11).

The winner for the day was Team 8 comprised of Robyn, John, and Joan.

The players enjoyed a social drink after the game.

In the Club Mixed Pairs Championship, Rod Bradley / Val Bradley(18) defeated John Taylor / Joan Mercer (11).

In the Club Championship Singles, John Brown (25) defeated Leno Ceccato (7).

In the Club Consistency Championship, Ray Downing (151) defeated Robyn Brunello (149). It was a remarkably close Game!

The combined Tully / Silkwood / South Johnstone Ladies’ Pennants team played the Innisfail team, in Innisfail, on Monday, resulting in a draw.

TFNQDLBA 4’s was played in Silkwood on Tuesday. The Tully Team comprised of Mary Bacic, Bev Achilles, Joanne Townsend, and Val Zamora, came fourth, after Bev Drewitt’s Team, Terry McAlary’s Team, and Denice Charman’s Team. The Final will be played in South Johnstone at end of July.

Please phone our Club on 40681230 or call in when we are playing if you

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Cheers!

Innisfail Men’s Bowls LAST Thursday’s social bowls were abandoned due to wet weather conditions.

Fine weather prevailed last Friday, which enabled the Club Championship Pairs’ competition game to be played.

Mick de Vries and Ian Humphreys played consistent bowls to defeat last year’s champions, Alf Strano and Alf Siliato.

Spectators who watched the game appreciated the quality bowls played by both teams.

The Club hosted the annual Lightning Fours last Sunday, with 64 players from across the region competing for a share of the prize money up for grabs.

Sixteen teams of four played four games of 12 ends, with wins plus aggregate used to determine the overall winners.

Humphreys and de Vries and continued their good form on the day with a convincing win of 56 to claim first prize, along with teammates Roy McCarthy and Jim Martinod.

The second prize winners were Rod Bradley, Rob Moody, Ian Fisher, and Malcolm Bright with 50 points, whilst in third place with 46 points were Michael Roots, Frank Catelan, Kevin Foord, and David Leach on a countback from Frank Obah’s team.

New members and visiting bowlers are most welcome for social games on Thursday and Saturday afternoons with names to be in by 1.00pm.

Tully Bowls ON Sunday, July 4, thirty players enjoyed a lovely afternoon playing two games.

Team 1: Steve Bryam / Judy Hood / Pam Goodwin(12) defeated Team 2: Ray Wicks / Gavin Buick / Avis Ray (6).

Team 3: Greg Matfin / Terry / Rod Tennant (8) defeated Team 4: Dennis Shirlaw / Leno Ceccato / Jill (4).

Team 5: Peter Smith / Pauline Edwards / Pam Staier (14) defeated Team 6: Ray Downing / John Jones / Val Bradley (7).

Club championship pairs winners, Mick de Vries and Ian Humphreys, (second and third from left) and runners up Alf Siliato and Alf Strano.

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Golf News Tully Golf GOLF Results for July 3, 2021 The Hotel Tully Monthly Medal was well-won by Brice Henry, with 68 nett. The runner -up, on a count back with 71 nett, was El Arish visitor, Niall Trickey, from Noel Wagner, also on 71 nett, and coming in 4th was Chris Brandon.

NTPS 2/11 Ladies’ Kim Milini and Men’s Mike Kennedy 5/14 Noel Wagner 7/16 Dave Morris and 9/18 Brice Henry.

Thanks again to the Top Pub for their support. Next Saturday will be a 4BBB Choose sponsored by Island Coast Ford.

El Arish Golf FORTUNATELY, the El Arish Golf Club managed two competitions last week, after its Tuesday competition was a ‘wash out’.

Thursday Sporters played the 1st 9-Stroke, with a smaller field than usual due to the wet course. The Winner was Micheal Acheson on 29, followed by Paul Marland, who was second with 30 points. NTP winners were Gavin Camilleri for #2; Tony Little, who took both #3 and #4; and then Paul Marland on #6 and #7.Sporters last Thursday was sponsored by A&S Auto. The Club and winners thank them for their sponsorship.

Saturday was a much-improved day for our July Monthly Medal, with a great field of players. The Ladies’ winner was Caryl Lavel on 67 Nett and the runner-up was Jo Bishop on a countback to Lisa Spiegler, 3rd, both on 68 Nett.

The Men’s winner was Dave Wylie on 61 Nett and Gavin Camilleri was second on 64 Nett, followed by Paul Marland, third, on a countback on 66 Nett. NTP winners were Men’s #2/11 Stewy Worth and All In #4/13 Paul Marland; and Ladies’ #5/14 Lisa Spiegler. Again, winners and the Club thank Brothers Leagues Club for our Monthly Medal sponsorship.

Tomorrow, Saturday, July 10, a Stableford event will be played sponsored by GA Flegler, with a host of trophies to be won. Please come and join us for the day of play. Registration is at 12.00noon, the Draw at 12.15pm, and Tee Off at 12.30pm. Please do not forget to nominate for our Open Championship on the weekend of Saturday, July 24, and Sunday, July 25, which is sponsored by Tietzels Supa IGA.

nine players. The winner of the day was Glen Gianotti, with nett 55, and the runner-up was Darryl King, with nett 61.

Saturday’s Stableford fielded 30 players. Mick Poggioli took the honours, with 43 stableford points, followed by Andrew Bye, with 39 points. Run-down prizes went to Todd Cockburn, 39 points, Marty Smith, 38 points, Sam Scuderi and Jayden Swarbrick with 37 points each. The Pin shot was taken by Craig Hundt on hole 5.

The Cosca Pairs Championships – Round 2 4BBB Stableford on Sunday was again attended by 30 players. The winning team of the day was Albert Bison / Ted Garrigon, with 47 points. The runner-up team was Lachlan Tennent / Brendan Vella, with 44 points. Rundown prizes went to the teams of Mick Poggioli / Brian Scanlon, Darrin Tennent / Russell Shand, and Marty Smith / Damian DiBella, all with 43 points.

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July 10 - Lindsay Rural Innisfail Stableford July 11 - Junior Golf July 14 - Wednesday All Sporters July 16 - Friday Sporters’ competition July 17 - Calleja Carpentry Stableford July 18 - Junior Golf July 21 - Wednesday All Sporters July 23 - Friday Sporters’ competition July 24 - Midway Butchers 4BBB July 28 - Wednesday All Sporters July 30 - Friday Sporters’ competition July 30 - Coaching with Luke Newman

This weekend’s games include a Single Stableford on Saturday and a Single Stroke on Sunday.

Happy golfing!

Innisfail Golf Club JUNIOR golfers had a great morning playing Ambrose on June 27 and the winning team was the Callaway Crew made up of Sam Costello, Olly Jensen, Jayden Hawkswell, and Declan Coffey.

The Vandeleur & Todd Solicitors Stableford was held on June 26.

1st: Bryce Hoad 2nd: Aman Singh 3rd: Addi Butorac

Innisfail junior golfers are learning to improve their game during the coaching sessions with Luke Newman.

Winners of the Friday Sporters’ competition on June 25 were: 1st: Dan Carter 2nd: Jake Cockle 3rd: John Abbott Winners of the Wednesday All Sporters on June 23 were: 1st: Jim Ferguson 2nd: Jeff McGrath 3rd: Kevin Walsh NTP: Luke Peters Innisfail junior golfers are loving their coaching sessions with Luke Newman from Drummond Golf.

They are practicing what they are learning and improving.

Players can book a private coaching session with Luke, as he will be back at the Innisfail Golf Club on Friday, July 30.

Dan Carter was the winner of the Friday Sporters’ competition on June 25.

Upcoming events

Ingham Golf THE next Friday Social will be held on August 6. A Putting competition Jackpot and nice nibbles will be on offer.

The A-grade Pennant has been postponed due to COVID19.

The Ingham Veterans’ Open commences on Monday, July 19, with a 4BBB Stableford 18-hole Medley, then on Tuesday, July 20, the Men’s and Ladies’ 18-hole Single Stroke (Round 1 of the 36-hole championship) will be held, and ends on Wednesday, July 21, with the Men’s and Ladies’ 18-hole Single Stroke (Round 2 of the 36-hole championship). Stableford events will be held in conjunction on these days. Nomination forms can be downloaded from the website www. inghamgolfclub.com.

The Ingham Men’s Open will, at this stage, be held on Saturday, August 7, but may be postponed because of the Rowes Bay Closed being scheduled the same weekend. The date will be confirmed.

The Tropical Vets game will be held on Tuesday, July 6, at Rowes Bay. Results: The Thursday 14-hole competition was contested by

Bryce Hoad was the winner of the Vandeleur & Todd Solicitors Stableford on June 24.

Jim Ferguson was the winner of the Wednesday All Sporters on June 23.

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Tully and Innisfail Under 13 rugby league teams compete in the Nate Myles Cup MARIA GIRGENTI A RECORD number of twenty-seven Under 13 rugby league teams participated in the Nate Myles Cup, hosted by Southern Suburbs Junior Rugby League Club at Alley Park, Gordonvale.

Teams from Cairns, Mackay, Dysart, Bowen, Sarina, Proserpine, and Townsville participated, and more than 500 youngsters played a total of 71 games over two days.

Referees who officiated at the carnival were from Cairns, Townsville, Mackay, and the Northern Territory.

Tully Tigers were in Pool 1 and finished third (2 losses, 2 wins, and 1 draw), whilst Brothers Innisfail finished fourth in Pool 3 (2 wins and 3 losses).

The Nate Myles Cup is played in line with the new NRL framework RISE Rugby League Development Program, which has been reshaped to align with the statewide delivery of Local League Development Programs targeting participants aged 13 to 15 years.

NMC, which was established in 2013, is held in recognition of one of Far North Queensland’s favourite sons, former NRL star, Nate Myles.

The annual event is coordinated by the Nate Myles Cup volunteer committee headed by convenor, Madonna Archibald.

Myles started his rugby league career as a five-yearold playing in the junior ranks with Southern Suburbs Junior Rugby League Club.

There were many highlights on and off the field, great sportsmanship, as well as players and staff supporting and building connections with other teams.

All teams represented their clubs and districts with great distinction and the many positive comments directed to the event organisers by players and supporters highlighted the value and appreciation of the opportunity to play against teams from other districts.

At the end of the pool round games, Centrals Gold, Walkerston Wanderers, Brothers Bulldogs Blue Mackay and Edmonton Storm progressed to the semifinals.

Cairns Brothers Junior Rugby League Club team was the Fastest Feet Champions (Relay).

Tully Tigers player, Miki Toquero, was the third highest try scorer with six in the carnival.

Nate Myles was unable to attend the carnival due to commitments with Queensland State of Origin team.

Results: Semi finals Centrals Gold (Townsville) 16 defeated Walkerston Wanderers 4 Brothers Bulldogs Blue Mackay 16 defeated Edmonton Storm 12 Grand final Brothers Bulldogs Blue Mackay 24 defeated Centrals Gold 20 Carnival Awards

Tully Tennis

Tully Tennis Thirty Years Ago AN extract from a letter to the Council from the Tully Tennis & Social Club: “Tully is the centre of the Cardwell Shire. People from all areas within the Shire come to Tully to play tennis. In the current situation, these courts are

Nate Myles Cup Champions: Brothers Bulldogs Blue Mackay Player of the Carnival: Locklyn Thomas (Burdekin Roosters Blue), who scored 10 tries in one day.

Player of the Final: Adam McSherry (Captain of

Burdekin Roosters Blue) Team Spirit Award: Dysart Bulls (Central Highlands Queensland) Referee of the Carnival: Marcus Steinhart (Darwin)

Innisfail Brothers and West Tigers Mackay Under 13 teams who competed in the Nate Myles Cup.

Tully Tigers Under 13 team and staff at the Nate Myles Cup in Gordonvale.

used daily by players. Currently, some 60 junior players are being coached and they will require the use of a tennis facility in the future for their continuation in this sport. The demands on this facility are great. Our 2 courts alone are unable to cope with the high number of players, so in order to satisfy this demand we hire at our expense both the State School Courts and the private court of Jenny Flegler. For night competition, we have to allocate players different nights in order to fit everyone in.

Put simply, this means that we use 5 courts on a regular basis. If extra courts

are required on top of this, we must then use the 2 courts at St Clare’s. This is our last resort. It also means that if any restriction is placed on our use of any of these private courts, we could not cope, and tennis will decline. Tully is still growing and with the possibility of the “Tully Millstream” project going ahead, further rapid expansion will inevitably take place, thus more courts will be required.”

Tully Tennis Today ON Friday, July 9, Tully Tennis & Social Club is holding a Social Tennis Evening starting at 5.30pm.

There will be social tennis and a free BBQ. At present, the weather forecast for Friday is fine. Racquets crossed!

We are looking for players of all ages and abilities for Round 2, 2021.

Tennis has been rained on quite a lot lately, however, the weather usually improves after the Show. Good times are ahead for tennis players.

Tully Tennis & Social Club sadly farewells two of its finest junior players, Sasha-May Flegler and Olivia Luxford, and wishes them all the best in their future endeavours. They will be sorely missed by all at Tully Tennis.

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did not reflect how tough the battle was.”

“Dan Sagigi is a welcome return to the side and will be a huge benefit for us in the next few weeks.”

Despite a tight first half in the Reserve grade match, Edmonton asserted their dominance in the second half and claimed victory by 24 - 12.

Innisfail’s Reserve Grade ‘Man of the Match’ was Josiah Purcell.

Edmonton proved too strong for Innisfail in the Under 18 clash and finished with a 22 - 14 win.

Innisfail’s Under 18 ‘Player of the Match’ was Abraham Waireg-Ingui In the Open Women’s match, Edmonton was victorious over Innisfail by 26 - 16.

Innisfail Open Women’s ‘Player of the Match’ was Sezen Oraloglu.

CDRL Round 12 fixtures - July 3 - 4 A Grade Innisfail 30 defeated Edmonton 10 Mareeba 20 defeated Kangaroos 18 Southern Suburbs 24 defeated Tully 0 Cairns Brothers 36 defeated Mossman-Port Douglas 16 Ivanhoes 16 defeated Atherton 12 Bye: Yarrabah

Innisfail and Edmonton Open Women’s teams after their game at Callendar Park. Photo: Maria Girgenti MARIA GIRGENTI INNISFAIL Leprechauns A-grade side registered a comfortable 30 - 10 win against Edmonton Storm.

Innisfail scored first through Daniel Mooka, but the Storm registered a try to level the scores.

Edmonton broke the deadlock with a try to take a narrow four-point lead.

The score was again locked up when Innisfail’s Andrew Garrett scored a try, with Aaron Jolley’s conversion putting the home side ahead by two at half time.

Innisfail dominated in the second half with tries to Jolley, Ashton Galea, Devante Heron, and a second try to Daniel Mooka, who has named ‘Man of the Match’.

CDRL Ladder Round 12: Cairns Brothers 24, Innisfail 18, Yarrabah 18, Ivanhoes 16, Mossman-Port Douglas 15, Southern Suburbs 14, Edmonton 11, Kangaroos 10, Mareeba 8, Atherton 6, and Tully 4.

Reserve Grade Edmonton 24 defeated Innisfail 12 Mareeba 32 defeated Kangaroos 4 Tully 20 defeated Southern Suburbs 14 Mossman-Port Douglas 28 defeated Cairns Brothers 22 Ivanhoes 56 defeated Atherton 4 Under 18

Despite their chances in the second half, Edmonton was unable to capitalise and add any more points to their total.

Edmonton 22 defeated Innisfail 14

Innisfail Leprechauns A-grade Coach, Leon Hallie, conceded the team still has a few areas of concern as they go up against the undefeated Cairns Brothers’ side.

Cairns Brothers 62 defeated Mossman-Port Douglas 0

Mareeba 23 defeated Kangaroos 22 Southern Suburbs 40 defeated Tully 16 Atherton 38 defeated Ivanhoes 20 Open Women’s

“However, improvement is coming from week to week, and we are finding the brand of football that we want to play.”

Edmonton 26 defeated Innisfail 16

“Edmonton was a tough challenge, like every other team in this year’s competition. The score line probably

Tomorrow, Innisfail Leprechauns have a tough assignment when they host ladder leaders and undefeated Cairns Brothers in three grades at Callendar Park, whilst the Tully Tigers travel to Petersen Park on Sunday to face Edmonton Storm.

Ivanhoes 24 defeated Atherton 4 Kangaroos defeated Yarrabah (forfeit)

Innisfail’s Jason Hallie proved unstoppable for the Edmonton defence and was able to get the ball over the try line in the Under 18 game.

Photo: Maria Girgenti

Daniel Puccini is halted by the Edmonton defence in the Reserve grade match. Photo: Maria Girgenti

Tamati Huirama looks to offload the ball in the Ashton Galea (with ball) was one of Innisfail’s A-grade game against Edmonton. Photo: Maria try scorers in the A-grade game against Edmonton. Photo: Maria Girgenti Girgenti

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Silkwood Clay Target Club monthly shoot FORTY-THREE members of Silkwood Clay Target Club and one shooter from Tasmania participated in their monthly shoot competition last Sunday in perfect weather conditions.

Results were as follows: Event 1 - 50 Target Double Barrel AA - 1st: Ronnie Gough 50/50; 2nd: Bryan Sanderson 50/50; 3rd: Barry Lansdown 50/50 Shoot off A - 1st: Gil Alvero 49/50; 2nd: Ned De Salvo 49/50; 3rd: Mark Stella 49/50 Shoot off B - 1st: Liane Robertson 49/50; 2nd: Greg Braid 47/50; 3rd: Sandra Crapella 47/50 Shoot off C - 1st: Leigh Cornish 46/50; 2nd: Joe Collins 44/50; 3rd: Peter Vit 40/50 Event 2 - 25 Target Point Score AA - 1st: Paul Crapella 75/75; 2nd: Barry Lansdown 75/75 Shoot off A - 1st: Ned De Salvo 74/75; 2nd: Angelo Russo 74/75 Shoot off B - 1st: Alf Strano 74/75; 2nd: Liane Robertson 73/75 C - 1st: Leigh Cornish 71/75; 2nd: Joe Collins 68/75 Event 3 - 25 Target Handicap 1st: Peter Threlfall 25/25; 2nd: Ronnie Gough 25/25; 3rd: George Bugeja 25/25 Shoot off Event 4 - 20 Pair Double Rise

AA - 1st: Peter Threlfall 38/40; 2nd: Ronnie Gough 37/40 A - 1st: Nathan Thurston 36/40; 2nd: Andrew Casella 36/40 Shoot off

B - 1st: Mitchell Hill 34/40; 2nd: Mark Stella 30/40 C - 1st: Leigh Cornish 26/40; 2nd: Joe Collins and Peter Vit 23/40

Some of the shooters who took part in Silkwood Clay Target Club’s monthly shoot last Sunday.

Nourish Nightmares take out the Innisfail Touch Football Open Women’s championship

The victorious Nourish Nightmares Open Women’s touch football team. Absent: Isla Alcock.

NOURISH Nightmares finished the season in scintillating fashion, winning the Innisfail Touch Association Open Women’s touch football Grand Final, against All Stars, by 10 - 0 to claim the championship trophy.

The winning team was made up of Lillee Barba, Skye Barba, Lily De Brincat, Shaki Ashby, SummerRose Phair, Natayah Brosnan, Kayla Lodge, Hannah Dryden, Kyla Howard, and Isla Alcock.

Skye Barba was awarded ‘Player of the Final’.

Junior touch football for girls and boys aged Under 6 - Under 12 kicks off on Monday, July 12.

Any teams and individuals who wish to take part in the Innisfail junior touch football season, should contact Brendan King on 0457 132 392.

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Former Innisfail Leprechauns Bailey Biondi-Odo makes his NRL debut MARIA GIRGENTI

goal kicker.

INNISFAIL rugby league product, Bailey Biondi-Odo, realised his childhood dreams last Saturday when he made his NRL debut for the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs.

Biondi-Odo, who is on a ‘train and trial’ contract with the Bulldogs, was one of three debutantes and joined Falakiko Manu and Chris Patolo in the Bulldogs Round 16 clash against the Manly Sea Eagles at Bankwest Stadium.

Whilst it was not the result the Bulldogs were hoping for, Biondi-Odo made an immediate impression as soon as he ran out on field and nearly found the try line.

This year, Biondi-Odo played in the Bulldogs NRL trials and has been part of the club’s Jersey Flegg side, which currently sits third on the competition ladder.

Biondi-Odo first joined the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs club from the Parramatta Eels in 2019.

The talented half back played the full season with the Eels Jersey Flegg side as a 17-year-old in 2019.

He was part of the Queensland Under 16s Indigenous side, featured in the Canterbury Bulldogs NRL Nines team last year, and is a handy and accurate

Biondi-Odo first started in the junior ranks in Under 6s and 8s with Innisfail Cowboys, before he moved to Innisfail Brothers, where he played from Under 10 to Under 16.

TULLY Showgrounds is the place to be on Saturday, July 17, for a bonanza day of rugby league.

Junior games kick off the Super Saturday in the morning, followed in the afternoon with the Tully Tigers’ senior teams in action.

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In 2018, he played in the Innisfail Leprechauns Under 18 side, won the Under 19s Most Potential Player at the Innisfail Leprechauns’ awards presentation and was an Under 19s medal finalist in the Cairns District Rugby League Gold Medal.

In 2016, Biondi-Odo played in the Cyril Connell (Under 16s), then two years later played in the Mal Meninga Cup (Under 18s) in the Queensland equivalent to the New South Wales’ SG Ball competition, as well as with the Northern Pride Under 16s team in Cairns.

When Ty Williams was Captain Coach of the Innisfail Leprechauns A-grade side in 2014-15, Biondi-Odo was a familiar face at Callendar Park as a ball boy and running out the tee.

Former Innisfail Leprechauns and junior

Biondi-Odo is the latest Northern Pride Academy player, Bailey Biondi-Odo, made his NRL debut player and third Far North Queensland junior to make last Saturday for the Canterbury-Bankstown his NRL debut this year.

Bulldogs. Photo: Maria Girgenti

Bumper day of rugby league coming to the Tully Showgrounds MARIA GIRGENTI

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Players were selected in the North Queensland United Open Men’s team after the Gulf Brumbies versus Zenadth Kes Stingers’ curtain raiser game before the Northern Pride and Easts Tigers’ match on June 6.

The Queensland Outback Open Men’s team features players from Mount Isa, Roma, Charleville, Barcaldine,

Wullumbilla/Surat, and St George.

Players from Longreach, Tambo, Hughenden, Blackall Cloncurry, and Ilfracombe are in the Open Women’s team.

It will be a feast for footy fans, with plenty of cultural activities on the day, and gate entry for general admission is $6.

Game day times are as follows:

1.20pm - Tully Tigers -v- Ivanhoes Knights (Under 18); 2.50pm - NQ United -v- Qld Outback Open Women’s; 4.00pm - Tully Tigers -v- Ivanhoes (Reserve Grade); 5.35pm – NQ United -v- Qld Outback Open Men’s and 7.05pm - Tully Tigers -v- Ivanhoes (A Grade).

Grandstand seats at $10 (including entry) are guaranteed to be in high demand, so reservations are recommended to avoid disappointment.

Corporate packages for $75 are also available on the day.

For grandstand bookings and corporate packages, please contact Anthony Emmi on 0407 680 713.

Southern Outback and Northern Outback Open Women’s teams at Queensland Outback selection trials at Blackall.

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The 2021 Kenny Hamill Cup Champions saviour victory.

WELL, it was a good thing that yours truly was left out of the Wet Tropics Times last week, because I did not have any positive choice words for our Queensland State of Origin team regarding the 2021 series at Lang Park last week. The truth is, when NSW scored the opening two tries and led at halftime, my TV was turned off for the rest of the night and my troubled Origin mind wondered if there was life be-yond tomorrow for anyone supporting this Maroon team. Having seen our beloved State footy team getting their rear ends handed to them in such an embarrassing manner, it is now time we look to 2022 and see what changes are needed.

First and foremost, Daley Cherry Evans will be playing his last game as Captain and half in Game 3 of the 2021 series, because his leadership and overall decision-making as our main dude has been the biggest non-event since Home and Away beat Neighbours in the ratings war. He has had a great run, and we do thank him, but don’t let the door hit you on the way-out man.

Secondly, Paul Green, the Coach! If Queensland do not obtain a victory in Game 3, then your hindy should join DCE in exile, because, quite frankly bro, you couldn’t coach a fish to swim. Your tactic of leaving Capewell in the centre for two games against Tommy Turbo and Latrell is the dumbest idea I have ever seen. Our forwards didn’t aim up, and Fifita, mate you stink. I wouldn’t pay you to make me a cuppa tea you idiot! Hopefully, common sense prevails and our boy, Thomas Flegler, is given his maiden jumper. I like the idea of dropping Cotes and Feldt from the wing, as both looked more like first grade tossers. The idea to

Both Tully State School and the St Clare’s All Stars put on a show for the crowd. start Ben Hunt is a welcomed one, so hopefully we can score some points. If anyone in the greater Tully Metro area hear a flat screen TV getting thrown around next Wednesday night, don’t fear. It will just be me letting the neighbourhood know that Queensland has lost again.

Last Saturday night saw the Tully Tigers Rugby League Football Club do battle with the Gordonvale team, the Southern Suburbs, who came ready and took all from the Tully Showground. The 18s game was a tough match to swallow, and the Coach was lost for words when it came to fulltime in the dress-ing shed, but let me be the first to tell you, these boys will be back! It has been one of those unfortu-nate runs that usually accompany a team when they are doing well, but hang in their boys, the wins will come back soon enough. The Reserve Grade boys took the two points, with legendary half, Robert Ketchell, taking home the MVP award. It was great catching up with the brother, and hopefully it wasn’t the last time. Our A-grade boys fell short once again but can hold their heads up high.

We have been close a few times, if anything this period will make us a strong unit. Our new imports were the standouts, but I want to reserve a special mention for Daley Rata Makene, who has taken on the role of leader in a time of hardship. Great player, but an even better bloke! Well done to the king of Tully State School.

Now to the Kenny Hamill Cup match between the

St Clare’s All Stars and Tully State School, which provided an entertaining match, to say the least. Although proving too strong on the night with a resound-ing victory, the All Stars showed the crowd how to play with speed and strength. A massive congratula-tions to Man of the Match, Case Duro, for your outstanding game! I guess all of your talent comes from your mum.

As my Tully State School players came back into the dressing room, not one had a look of defeat, but rather the satisfaction of being able to be a part of something that they will never forget. We had three players who had not played before and a special guest player who made a special ap-pearance on the night, thank you Mr Logan Pacey. As the players gathered around for a group hug, I was reminded of why we started the KH Cup in the first place, seven years ago, and that was to hon-our the greatest Rugby League teacher this district has ever seen, my good mate, Ken Hamill, who has become my mentor over the years. And two, to give students the opportunity to run out of the tunnel and to play under lights in front of a big crowd. The smiles on some of their faces will stay with me for-ever and gives me the true reason why I love this game.

Thank you to all of those behind the scenes for making this game possible, Sharon Chappell, Anthony Emmi, St Clare’s School, Tully State School, Feluga State School, Murray River Upper State School, Tully Rugby League, and, of course, the great man himself, Ken Hamill. Rugby League, the greatest never ending fairytale.

A special shout out to Rugby League royalty and Canterbury Bulldogs legend, Peter Mortimer, who I had the pleasure of meeting last week. One of the most down to earth blokes you will ever meet, who loves nothing more than good company and a laugh. If you don’t know who the Mortimer brothers are in Rugby League circles, then it’s clear you have been living under a rock since the dinosaurs. Brother of Steve and Chris who both played State of Origin, Peter has been on holiday in beautiful North Queensland and, while he was here, he attended the Tigers match on Saturday night. He came down to the bench to say g’day to myself and President Emmi, and we have promised him we will send him a Polo shirt as soon as possible as a reminder of his night at the footy. Thank you to Siobhan Jackson and her partner for introducing Peter and his beautiful wife, Julie, to the footy clowns of north Queensland Rugby League. Safe travels and we hope to see you guys back in North Qld in the future.

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Local fighters win plenty of bling and state titles at Queensland State BJJC Championships MARIA GIRGENTI LOCAL fighters from Fusion Fight and Fitness Innisfail competed in AFBJJ/QBJJC Queensland State Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Championships at Ormiston College, Brisbane, and brought home medals and state titles.

Codey Toft took out gold in his division and was crowned No GI Queensland state champion.

He claimed silver in Kids GI Yellow/Orange/Green Teen II (14 years) Male (-45.3kg) in the final against Eemil llvonen from the SJJA team.

Toft was rewarded for his 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 has followed Toft’s Jiu Jitsu journey for five or more years and were amazed with his talent from the very first day.

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

Hyperfly Australia athlete, Brodie Mayocchi, claimed gold and 2021 Queensland State title in style.

Ethan Cannon (second from right) won double gold and State title.

Brodie was bumped up to the Male Gi Blue Adult division -76kg (Light) in a stacked 20-man division.

(Middle) after defeating Shinsuke Kuwazuru, and silver in Male Absolute No Gi Brown Adult Open Weight.

He had four wins by submission and then won on points in the final against Jacob Cutler from Southside BJJ.

Sarah and Daniel Anderson also competed, and Sarah moved up an age/weight division and won bronze in No Gi.

Kyle Mayocchi took out gold in the Male Gi Purple Adult -76kg (Light) division and State title after winning on points in the final against William Bunn from Team Perosh MMA. Hyperfly athlete, Ethan Cannon, from Just Jiu-Jitsu Townsville joined the Fusion Innisfail team last July and is part of the gym's coaching staff.

He is a top competitor and well-known on the JiuJitsu scene, with great experience in Muay Thai.

Cannon had two wins by submission and won on points in the final against Alan Brandao, from Flow Martial Arts, to claim gold in Male Gi Brown Adult -82.3kg (Middle) and state title.

Sarah brought home gold in Kids Gi Yellow/Orange/ Green Junior II Female (11 years) -52.5kg against Scarlett Vaughan-Wheeler from CAZA BJJ. Daniel had an awesome division with amazing opponents and returned with a bronze medal for No GI. It was a tough challenge for Kaida Growcott, who stepped up two weight divisions for both Gi and No Gi divisions.

Growcott collected silver in the No Gi division, which was an impressive result in her first QBJJ state titles.

He also won gold in Male No Gi Brown Adult -79.5kg

Brodie Mayocchi, who stepped up to the adult Kyle Mayocchi claimed gold and the State title. division, won gold and State title.

Sarah Anderson who won gold and bronze, Kaida Growcott claimed silver, and Daniel Anderson bronze, with Kaity Mayocchi.

Codey Toft (orange shirt) won gold in the No GI division and was crowned Queensland State champion.

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Cassowary Coast athletes clean up at Winter Carnival in Townsville MARIA GIRGENTI

CASSOWARY Coast Athletics Club was well represented, with 29 members competing, at the two-day LAQ Coles Winter Carnival held at the Townsville Sports Reserve, which attracted 250 athletes from across the State.

Athletes brought home a swag of medals, many personal bests were achieved, and four meet records were broken.

The club capped off a fantastic meet by being named the overall winner of the Highest Weighted Points.

Cassowary Coast results: Lillee Barba 2 x Gold (Discus and Triple Jump) 2 x Silver (80 Hurdles and High Jump) 1 x Bronze (200m) Amiyrah Swain 1 x Gold (Shot Put) 3 x Silver (Long Jump, Discus, and 70m) 1 x Bronze (200m) Dustin Barba 1 x Gold (Shot Put) 3 x Bronze (Long Jump, Discus, and

200m) Braxton D’Urso 5 x Gold (70m, 100m, 200m, 400m, and Long Jump) 70m - 10.81 (New meet record) 400m - 1:10.93 (New meet record) 2 x Bronze (Men’s 8 - 16 100m Handicap race and High Jump) Siena Torrisi 1 x Gold – Discus 500kg – 22.56m (New meet record) 1 x Silver (Shot Put) Broke Personal Bests in all running events and shaved 5.38 secs off her 400m.

Elle Gracie 1st: Shot Put 2kg - 7.86m (PB) 1st: Javelin 400g - 13.95m (PB) 2nd: Discus 500g - 21.32m (PB) Quinn Devaney 1 x Gold – Discus 500g – 25.10m PB by 3m (New meet record) 5 x Gold (Long Jump, 100m, 400m, 80m Hurdles, and Triple Jump) 1 x Silver (200m) Chilli Newman

Braxton D’Urso won a swag of medals, whilst his sister, Sailah, won three medals.

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1 x Silver (Javelin) Marlion Swain 5 x Gold (100m, 200m, Discus, Long Jump, and Triple Jump) 2 x Silver (Shot Put and Javelin) Sailah D’Urso 1 x Gold (200m) 1 x Silver (100m) 1 x Bronze (70m) Hayden Bradford 1 x Silver (Discus) Ryan Aquilina 2 x Gold (Discus and Shot Put) Ella Croatto 2 x Gold (High Jump and 60m Hurdles) 4 x Silver (Long Jump, 70m, 100, 200m) 1 x Bronze (800m) Jaxen Swenson 1 x Gold (60m Hurdles) 1 x Gold (High Jump - PB - 1.07m) 5 x Silver (100m, 200m, 400m - 1:23.82 (PB), 70m - 12.35 (PB) and 800m) Alexia Guglielmi – Under 17 1 x Gold (Discus) 4 x Bronze (Shot Put, Triple Jump, Long

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Jump, Long Jump and 400m) Dominic Bryan 1 x Silver (60m Hurdles) 3 x Bronze (70m, 100m and Shot Put) Emily O’Brien - Under 17 3 x Gold (100m, 200m and 400m) Jake Toolen 1 x Bronze (Long Jump) Ruby Torrisi 2 x Gold (Shot Put and Discus) Indiana Bishop-Utschink 1 x Bronze (Shot Put) Byron McDermid 1 x Silver (Discus) 3 x Bronze (70m, Shot Put and 800m) Zac Gracie 3 x Gold (Discus - 28.67m (PB), Javelin and Shot Put) Sandor Zieger 3 x Bronze (Discus, Javelin and Shot Put) William Toolen 1 x Gold (Javelin) 4 x Silver (400m, 800m, 1500m and High Jump) Brady Devaney 1 x Silver (Shot Put) 1 x Bronze (Long Jump - 3.50m - PB by 30cm)

Elle Gracie won three medals at the Winter Carnival.

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THE winds dropped off last Friday and Saturday allowing most boats to travel out to the islands and the larger boats to travel out wide. I did not venture any further out than the islands, however I was told there was a reasonable south-easterly swell which made travel to the reef uncomfortable.

As usual, there were reasonable numbers of Coral Trout and Sweet Lip caught and the Spanish Mackerel were plentiful along the reef drop offs and pressure points.

Please email, post or drop your photos into our office, along with your name, phone number and details of your catch for your chance to win the monthly voucher. Your photo will appear in the following issue of the Wet Tropic Times, and the winner will be drawn on the last Thursday of each month.

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Those that preferred to spearfish managed to catch some nice Coral Trout, Blue Tuskers, and Crayfish.

The shipping channel shoals have been a hive of activity, with most boats targeting Spanish and School Mackerel. The odd, good catch has been reported, however, most boats are leaving happy with two or three fish per angler.

The Mackerel shoals wide of Kurrimine, such as Silver Sands, are not firing yet, with most boats managing a few school Mackerel. I was told the doggies were not feeding well and that, for every fish caught, several were dropped.

I had a quick troll for a Spanish Mackerel around the Family Group of Islands, without a strike. There seems to be plenty of bait around, however the water was quite dirty, and I am sure once the water clears, the Mackerel will move in close.

There are plenty of Grass Sweet Lip around the islands and inshore reefs, and I noticed the schools of Pike are starting to show up. These are a great baitfish and seem to attract Mackerel and Fingermark whenever present.

It always amazes me the quality of Coral Trout that keep getting caught from our inshore reefs. There were several Trout in the 60cm. size range reported.

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The secret is to use live or fresh baits where possible, those Pike mentioned above would be perfect.

The coastal creeks were still feeling the effects of all the rain we had during last week. I spoke to several boats around the boat ramps and most had been managing some nice Mud crabs and the snags and rubble bars around the mouth of the rivers have been producing good numbers of Pikey Bream and the odd Mangrove Jack. This is great bread and butter fishing and is an excellent way to spend a few hours over the school holidays with the kids. You can also spend a bit of time showing them how to throw a cast net. Believe me, they will really enjoy themselves!

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YETI RESTOCKED Jacks and Barra caught. Try either side of the midafternoon low tide.

The other alternative is to pump some Yabbies and fish for bread-and-butter species, such as Bream and Whiting, during the late afternoon incoming tide.

The afternoon low tide will cause some problems at the mouth of the coastal creeks and several boat ramps.

Good Fishing! Roly Newton, Tackle World Tully

The sheltered waters of the Hinchinbrook area are a great location to fish in windy and wet conditions, as you can always find suitable water quality and shelter somewhere.

At this early stage of the week, the various weather sites are predicting light winds for Friday. They are forecasting winds to rise during Saturday, so it will need to be an early start on Saturday morning.

The good news is that there will be great tides for the estuaries, and we should see some nice Mangrove

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Cassowary Coast athletes clean up at Winter Carnival in Townsville

Page 30 Cassowary Coast Athletics Club won the Highest Weighted Points Award.

Lacey Zieger competing in the hurdles event.

Emily O’Brien, who won three gold medals, with her Coach, Wally Plath.

Brady Devaney powers on in one of his sprint events.