2022 January 14 Newspaper Edition

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Regional Rainfall Report

WEATHER Tomorrow - Saturday Ingham Mostly sunny 23 - 35 Cardwell Mostly sunny 23 - 33 Tully Mostly sunny 21 - 34 Mission Beach Mostly sunny 23 - 32 Innisfail Mostly sunny 22 - 33 Tomorrow - Sunday Ingham Partly cloudy 24 - 36 Cardwell Partly cloudy 24 - 34 Tully Partly cloudy 21 - 35 Mission Beach Partly cloudy 23 - 32 Innisfail Partly cloudy 23 - 33

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Mirriwinni couple Ron and Veronica Trackson celebrate a 60-year romance MARIA GIRGENTI LONG-TERM Mirriwinni residents Ron and Veronica Trackson (nee King) celebrated their diamond wedding anniversary on December 23, 2021, with a luncheon at Brothers Leagues Club, Innisfail, surrounded by 50 family and friends.

The youngest of eight siblings, Ron was born in Babinda to parents Bert and Florence Trackson in 1937.

Veronica, the youngest of two daughters to parents Archibald and Nell King, was born in Babinda in 1942.

Veronica attended St Rita’s School, Babinda whilst Ron attended Babinda State School.

During the second intake of 1956, Ron received a call-up for National Service and did his three months training at Wacol, followed by three years in the CMF.

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Their love story began when they met in Babinda in 1957, and Ron was also Veronica’s debutante partner.

Romance blossomed, and the couple had a three-year courtship before their marriage on December 23, 1961, at Church of England Babinda presided by Father Gordon King.

Their reception took place at Babinda

Memorial Hall, with 130 guests in attendance with numbers down due to flooding.

did private charters, school excursions and senior outings.

During her working life in Babinda, Veronica had a variety of jobs, including a grocery shop, café, newsagent, and an usher at Babinda movie theatre.

Over the years, the couple enjoyed line dancing and did volunteer work with Babinda Meals on Wheels.

In his youth, Ron was quite athletic, having played tennis, cricket, and lawn bowls in later years.

Ron’s jobs included: • Working in a grocery shop.

• Ten years at the sawmill in Mirriwinni.

• Manually cutting sugarcane for three years and returning to the sawmill for a further 13 years.

He built their first house at Greer Road, Mirriwinni, where they lived for 27 years before moving to their current residence in 1988.

The couple has two sons, Jeffrey and Stephen, two grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren, and another is due in April.

Since their retirement in 1996, the couple has enjoyed caravanning, including a trip around Australia.

They have witnessed changes in the local community, including the closure of two sawmills, a Jones’ shop, tennis courts, and Babinda Sugar Mill. The pair have fond memories of attending weekend dances at the Babinda Hall.

Veronica supports the Babinda/Innisfail/ Tully National Servicemen’s branch, and they both enjoy attending branch meetings and social events.

Their philosophy for a long-lasting marriage is “understanding each other and doing things together.”

In 1980, the couple bought the bus run, which they had run for 16 years.

Veronica drove a 23-seater school bus servicing primary and secondary schools in Mirriwinni and Babinda.

Ron drove a 56-seater charter bus and

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Ron and Veronica Trackson were married 60 years ago on December 23, 1961, in Babinda.

Ron and Veronica Trackson cut a special cake to celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on December 23, 2021. Photo: Maria Girgenti

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AdBlue battle won: War rages on for Aus fuel security KENNEDY MP, Bob Katter says the news that 1Incitec Pivot will ramp up production of Australia's supply of AdBlue is music to his ears. Katter urged the Federal Government to back the Sovereign Fuel Security Bill to ensure all fuel supplies are secure in Australia.

Mr Katter said that he had spoken to Chief Executive Officer, Jeanne Johns, today, who confirmed they would be able to meet Australia's AdBlue requirements for at least the next 12 months.

"She confirmed to me that the Government had supplied an amount of money to be able to expand production and expand to meet Australia's current requirements.

"Nothing was happening, and no one had contacted her until we got onto the Prime Minister.

"It just shows you what ordinary people can do.

Clynton Hawks, our Candidate for Herbert, raised the red flag months ago, and the Government sat on it.

requirements. It will provide security of supply of diesel, petrol, and aviation fuel to the Australian public.

"It gives a pathway for ensuring that Australians own the refining and manufacture of fuel – not like the port of Darwin or the Port of Newcastle, half of the electricity industry and a monopoly of solar panels – all Chinese owned.

"This legislation provides a pathway for turning our metropolitan waste – tyres, plastics, and other waste – into fuels like diesel, and it fosters Australia's automotive manufacturing sector by ensuring all government contract electric vehicles and their component parts are built-in Australian owned factories by Australians.

"The fuel sovereign fuel security bill puts the pieces in place for Australia to become 100 per cent selfsufficient in meeting our country's fuel needs," he said.

and fuel security."

KAP Candidate for Herbert, and trucking operator, Clynton Hawks, said he welcomed the news but agreed that the Federal Government's measures didn't go far enough.

"The problem was obvious, and we brought the solutions. We demanded government action and laid down the pathway. Full credit for this win must go to Clynton."

"The announcement is a step in the right direction, but it doesn't go far enough in the here and now," he said.

"We're still going to have a shortage because of how long it's going to take for them to ramp up production.

"If there was ever a flashing warning light, this is it.

China successfully cut off an essential fuel.

"I applaud the Government for finally waking up to the severity of the issue, but it's just the tip of the iceberg. The Federal Government needs to see this as a wake-up call because I've never in my lifetime seen trucks being parked up and AdBlue bowsers shut off.

"Our crossbench legislation on sovereign fuel security will deliver up to 90 per cent of Australia's fuel

"The AdBlue crisis is Australia's canary in the coal mine moment.

Free training changing the game for Australian job seekers THOUSANDS of job seekers are better positioned to access free training thanks to key reforms to the Australian Government’s Skills for Education & Employment program.

The Skills for Education & Employment (SEE) program connects unemployed Australians with skilled TAFE Queensland trainers, work placements and Certificate-level qualifications to prepare for work or higher study.

As of 1 January 2022, eligible job seekers can now access free, uncapped training— previously limited to

"We shouldn't need a crisis for the Australian Government to act on fuel security.

"So, whether this event with AdBlue is a world shortage of Urea or just another hit upon Australia by a threatening middle kingdom (China), it is a glaring neon light and proves Australia's needs fuel sovereignty

"But we wouldn't have had to comment at all if the Government would have acted. Assurances that the Minister was setting up a taskforce I found to be anything but reassuring.

Mr Katter warned that this demonstrated Australia's vulnerability to foreign influence on our fuel supplies.

Both sides of the Government needed to get behind the Sovereign Fuel Security Bill.

"Incite Pivot do 10 per cent of Australia's AdBlue, but we've got 90 to go. The question everyone wants to know is how we get to that 100 per cent.

650 hours—across 45 TAFE Queensland locations.

“It’s an incredibly exciting time for the SEE program,” said Scott Bray, Executive Director of TAFE Queensland English Language & Literacy Services.

“These changes really open up the floor to our job seekers. Now, instead of being capped to that 650 hours, you can access as much training as you need to complete a Certificate level qualification.”

The SEE program’s key point-of-difference lies in its level of customisation. Where one student may

be working towards their Year 10 Alternative, another could be preparing for Australian Defence Force entry, learning to use Adobe Photoshop, or completing a Certificate II in Business.

For early school leavers like Remy Teague, the SEE program offers a chance to work toward personal career goals in a safe, low-pressure environment.

“It was an experience I will never forget. TAFE was nothing like high school, to the point I could have cried in relief,” Remy said.

“It was so calm and welcoming. The people were amazing, the environment was amazing--for the first time in my life, I had a safe space to learn and actually enjoy what I was being taught.”

After previously leaving school midway through Year 8, Remy successfully achieved her Year 10 Alternative through the SEE program. She is now enrolled in TAFE Queensland’s Certificate III in Visual Arts.

TAFE Queensland currently delivers the SEE program in 45 locations across Queensland. Job seekers can get started by obtaining a referral from Services Australia or their job service provider.

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Hinchinbrook Hinchinbrook Shire Library Summer Reading Club THE Hinchinbrook Shire Library Summer Reading Club will run until Monday, January 31, 2022. This year’s theme invites participants to uncover tales of mystery, intrigue and discovery. Participants who attend the Hinchinbrook Shire Library can receive prizes for every 50 books read upon showing their reading logs. Prizes are also awarded at the end of the program for the most prolific reader and runner-up. Winners will be announced on Council’s Facebook page.

Introduction to Enameling Workshop with Alison Velvin JOIN Alison Velvin for her Introduction to Enameling Workshop to create pendants and earrings.

Date: Saturday, January 15, 2022, Time: 10.00 am to 1.00 pm Where: TYTO Regional Art Gallery 73-75 McIlwraith Street Ingham Cost: Free RSVP: Essential To RSVP or for further information, please get in touch with the TYTO Regional Art Gallery.

COMMUNITY Restricted breeds are dog breeds that are not permitted to be imported into Australia. Declared dangerous and menacing dogs are dogs that the relevant local Council has declared.

If you know a regulated dog not wearing a distinctive collar, please phone Council.

News in Brief Cassowary Coast George Murray receives award for Remembrance Day fall GEORGE Murray has made good progress as he’s recovering from his fall at the Cardwell Cenotaph on Remembrance Day last year.

George sustained 4 broken ribs and a punctured lung when he fell about three metres onto stainless steel rods embedded in concrete seating. Unfortunately, he was attempting to hoist the Australian flag when the accident happened.

Because George “Bounced “so well he was awarded with a certificate recognizing his prowess! Our thanks to the Queensland Ambulance for their quick response in transporting him to Ingham Hospital.

Expressions of Interest to join the Cemetery Advisory Committee

Friday, January 14, 2022 to avoid the predicted Omicron peak and assist in the health and safety of all students by allowing more time for children to get vaccinated.

This new start date will apply to all state, catholic and independent primary and secondary schools and sessional kindies.

The formal start date for all Queensland state schools is Monday, February 7, except for Year 11 and 12 students who will learn from home from January 31 for one week.

To ensure other cohorts do not miss out on learning, the end of the school year will be extended for them by one week until December 16.

Those students experiencing vulnerability and whose parents are essential workers will be able to attend school from Monday, January 24, except for the Australia Day public holiday on January 26.

Students will not be attending formal lessons with their class teachers. Still, they will be fully supervised throughout the school day.

Formal learning for students will commence on Monday, February 7.

All schools appreciate assistance and support from parents and carers in delaying their children’ start to the school year as together, they meet the challenge of the Omicron peak.

This delay at the start of school is a common-sense measure. It is particularly important for children aged 5 to 11 who are now eligible to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

ANZ has removed the ANZ terminal permanently from the NQIB premises

KEIRAN Volpe: NQIB Area Manager - FNQ informed the Wet Tropic Times ANZ have announced to NQIB that they will permanently remove the ATM from the front of the NQIB premises. They will not be replacing it.

Keiran informs that NQIB did offer them free rent for the space as a community service. However, they told NQIB they were not interested, as the usage of the ATM was not enough to warrant keeping it running.

COUNCIL is seeking Expressions of Interest from individual community members and organisations to fill several positions on the Cemetery Advisory Committee.

The Advisory Committee was established to provide advice and recommendations on the development and subsequent delivery of the Council’s Cemetery Masterplan and the future operations of all cemeteries in the Hinchinbrook Shire.

To submit your expression of interest in joining the committee, email council@hinchinbrook.qld. gov. au. Expressions of Interest close at 5.00 pm Sunday, January 30, 2022.

Expressions of Interest called for the 2022 Ageing in Place Committee

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COUNCIL is seeking Expressions of Interest from community members for the 2022 Ageing in Place Committee.

To submit your expression of interest in joining the committee, email council@hinchinbrook.qld. gov. au. Expressions of Interest close at 5.00 pm Sunday, January 30, 2022.

Regulated Dog Collar Announced AS of Saturday, January 1, 2022, all regulated dogs in Queensland must wear a collar with red and yellow angled reflective stripes. Regulated dogs include restricted breeds, declared dangerous dogs and declared menacing dogs.

George Murray receiving the ‘Best Bouncer’ award from the Cardwell RSL

Start of Queensland school year delayed by two weeks ON January 9, the Queensland Government announced a delayed start for Queensland students

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LNP’s New Kennedy Preselection QUEENSLAND Senator and Special Envoy for Northern Australia, Susan McDonald, has joined the newly announced LNP candidate for Kennedy, Tully farmer and former transport operations manager Bryce Macdonald, urging voters to “stick with ScoMo”.

Mr Macdonald, a former Deputy Mayor on the Cassowary Coast Regional Council, said he would run a positive campaign, highlighting the Morrison Government’s “outstanding” performance during the Covid pandemic.

“You wouldn’t have wanted to be in any other country when Covid struck. Scott Morrison acted quickly to bring in worthwhile programs that saved lives, businesses and jobs,” he said.

“As a result, Australia is in excellent economic shape with low unemployment and low taxes all while spending record amounts on Medicare and infrastructure.”

The 54-year-old Tully Canegrowers board member said he had no doubts about the enormity of the task to unseat the current sitting Member. Still, he is happy to be a thorn in his side.

“People are starting to see through the current Member’s style of promising the world, under-delivering and then blaming someone else for his failures,” he said.

“The grumbling from people unimpressed with his performance is definitely growing, and I hope they see me as a viable and sensible alternative.

“If people think Kennedy has done well with the current Member, imagine the possibilities for our region if we had a Member of the Government as our MP willing to go to Canberra to personally lobby Ministers.

“With a background in the transport industry, I know the importance of good roads to help move people and freight safely and efficiently.

“I’m also passionate about agriculture, mining, tourism and water storage, so the people of Kennedy can count on me to fight for everything that makes our part of the world so great - and not only fight but get the results that have been so lacking for so long.”

Mr Macdonald was joined at Saturday’s preselection

by Townsville-based Senator and Special Envoy for

Tully Support Centre News with

Shane Greenwood

54 Bryant Street, Tully - 4068 1004

THE Tully Support Centre (TSC) would like to acknowledge the Queensland and Australian governments for increasing counselling services for young people affected by domestic and family violence under the TSC Cassowary Coast Domestic and Family Violence service.

2022 is certainly shaping up to be a year of challenges for families, businesses, and the broader community.

However, young people feel the brunt more and cannot cope with any stressful event. Young people do not have the life experience to draw upon to process what is going on, and therefore they require the most support.

The increased stress, financial pressure, and job insecurity caused by COVID-19 have increased relationship issues, parenting issues, and domestic and family violence instances. The TSC has trained, experienced, and qualified counselling and case management staff. They offer support to young people and their families affected by domestic violence or parenting stress to minimise their long-term negative impacts.

How can the TSC help?

The TSC has several services that can support families through this difficult time. If you or someone you know has experienced domestic violence or

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Northern Australia, Susan McDonald, and LNP Senate candidates for Queensland, Andrew Cripps and Nicole Tobin.

Senator McDonald said the people of Kennedy could be confident a vote for Mr Macdonald would help ensure the Morrison Government was returned to continue expanding its Northern Australia agenda.

“Bryce is a no-nonsense candidate with vast experience in a range of industries which will make him easily relatable to people in Kennedy,” she said.

“The current Member for Kennedy has been representing North West Queensland at the federal level since 1993, and I think that after all this time, to change the region’s fortunes, we need to change the Member.

“Bryce is a hard worker, and he’s a grassroots candidate with knowledge of how Parliament works and how to get things done.

“In his role at Tully Canegrowers, he has been instrumental in lobbying for fairer deals for cane farmers and fewer regulations.

“If you want someone to passionately and constantly push for projects in Kennedy, Bryce fits the bill perfectly.”

parenting stress, don't hesitate to contact the TSC on 40681004 for support. We are here to help.

Cassowary Coast Domestic and Family Violence Service (CCDFVS) The CCDFVS supports women and children affected by DFV, including those who are currently experiencing or have experienced DFV in their lives. The service provides: Adult and child counselling, Case management; Court support; General support; Assistance with DFV orders; Safety planning and risk assessments; Help with security upgrades, Advocacy, information, and referral services.

The CCDFVS services communities throughout the Cassowary Coast region and Babinda. They provide regular office-based outreach to Cardwell, Mission Beach, and Innisfail. Child counselling is also conducted in the child's school, where appropriate.

Family Support Program The Family Support program supports families in making positive changes in their lives, finding housing, improving their budgeting, developing parenting skills, managing stress, setting parenting routines, linking with services, accessing health and education for them and their

children, and creating pathways to employment.

The Family Support Program services communities from Cardwell to Kurrimine Beach and all areas in between.

Families do not need to come into the TSC building to access family support.

To make it easier for families to access support, we can provide in-home support, where you and your children feel comfortable. This reduces the travel burden on families and reduces disruption to children's routines.

If you or someone you know has experienced domestic violence or parenting stress, don't hesitate to contact the TSC on 40681004 for support.

Remember, we are here to help.

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

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

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

Tender for Trade Services Panel Queensland Health has released a statewide tender for a trade services panel.

Offers close Monday 31 January 2022.

For more information visit https://qtenders.hpw.qld.gov.au (reference RP99059) or email Strategic_Procurement_NQ@health.qld.gov.au

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The challenge of 2022 SARI RUSSO THE response to COVID has been a real eyeopener for Australians who have become used to modern conveniences without understanding the work that goes on behind the scenes.

To support our farmers, the Australian government need to be more proactive in addressing the production of Adblue as it will be an ongoing problem. It needs to be addressed for the benefit of all Australians. The primary concern is the production of Urea. Farmers worry that the response from our government is but a temporary fix.

It is disappointing when your local, state and national governments do not proactively manage the country but are reactionary.

Suppose they are willing to speak directly to your farmers, stop demonising them as uneducated fools and work together to make a plan that benefits everyone. You will then see a country able to work in truth. You will see a country that does not repeat programs that failed and instead implement programs that will work, and not just implement programs that look good on paper but don’t benefit anyone – ever.

A political party that votes with its constituents needs to be implemented as a requirement. They need to stop voting along party lines with results that destroy the backbone of Australia. The spine being you - the Australian people.

It has been generations since many people who live in a city have travelled to rural areas or have rural friends/family. This is a significant problem if you mistakenly believe that farmers wake up every morning and have little to no concern for their natural environment.

Are you aware that the man/woman who works a farm also gets in his/her boat on the weekend and goes out to fish the reef? If you know this, you understand that these fantastic people do everything they can to protect their natural environment. It benefits a farmer personally when their natural habitat is at its best. They will work harder than anyone to ensure that it is.

Back your farmer and stop the middleman paying our farmers less than the cost of production to produce his product while he gets rich on a product he did not create.

My catch cries for this year will be: ‘Buy Australian Made,’ ‘Listen to Locals, ‘ and ‘Employ Australians.’

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Letters to the editor

Which Streets are the CCRC working on?

THEY had a sign up in Cardwell, a few weeks back saying Gregory Road will be closed, as far as I know,

Summer time is snake time!

IT’SSSSSS that time of year when Far North police come across suspicious looking characters loitering on roadways and lurking in the shadows.

When located on roads, police often conduct extensive negotiation with the reptiles to move them off roadways so they don’t get squashed by traffic.

This is a reminder to locals to be mindful of snakes with the upcoming wet season. This is typically the time of year where snakes are more active around our community.

Friday, January 14, 2022 there is no Gregory Road in Cardwell, there is a Gregory Street, but they weren’t digging that one up either, they closed off Brasenose Street. Are they going to work on Gregory as well? And someone please tell me what happened to the Balliol Street reno, I know they picked the worst design, but I still expected it done by now. It would have been if it was in Innisfail.

Sal Agostino Jnr Port Hinchinbrook

Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this article are the personal views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions held by the Wet Tropic Times, its Editor, or staff.

If you do discover Mr or Mrs Slithers has taken up residency in your home or yard, remain calm and please contact a licenced snake catcher or wildlife rescue organisation.

Do not attempt to move the reptile yourself and do not kill or annoy them.

If you spot a slithery creature on the road, simply drive around them and do not drive over them. If the snake appears in danger you can contact a wildlife rescue organisation as well.

Under the Nature Conservation Act 1992 it is an offence to kill, injure or move snakes from the wild.

For more snake safe information visit this link And for ‘goodness snake’, have a great summer!

Federal Minister for Communications concerned about Bundaberg Regional Council’s ‘news’ platform, Bundaberg Now THE federal Minister for Communications Paul Fletcher believes that crucial aspects of the operation of Bundaberg Regional Council’s ‘news’ platform Bundaberg Now ‘raise serious concerns from the perspective of those who recognise the importance of independent sustainable media outlets being able to hold Government to account.’

In a letter of response sent to the president of the Queensland Country Press Association, Minister Fletcher said, “..it is troubling that this publication [Bundaberg Now] is presented to give the impression of being an independent news organisation when in fact it is fully funded by the Bundaberg Regional Council, and its coverage of the Mayor and the Council verges on hagiographic.’

The president of Country Press Australia (CPA) Andrew Manuel said he welcomed the Minister’s support and called on Bundaberg Regional Council to close down its ‘news’ division on the grounds it is misleading and inappropriate for a local government to own and control a news outlet that reports on itself.

“Bundaberg Regional Council (BRC) is the only council in Australia that owns and directly operates its own large scale multi-media ‘news’ division, and we welcome the support of the Minister for Communications as we ramp up our campaign to have it stopped ”, said Andrew Manuel.

“Bundaberg Now presents itself publicly as an independent local news service, but it’s not. It’s owned and controlled by Council, and concerningly it now appears that the local government in Bundaberg spend more ratepayer money on journalism staff and ‘news’ resources than any genuine independent news media organisation in Bundaberg, including the ABC, which is extraordinary and entirely inappropriate’, he said.

Andrew Manuel said the journalists employed by BRC to produce the ‘news’ for Bundaberg Now have no independence from political interreference.

“The central tenant of independent news is giving

journalists the independence to ask tough questions of the powerful, and to hold governments and politicians to account, but there has never been one story published on Bundaberg Now about the Mayor or Council that has been anything but glowingly positive,” he said.

Andrew Manuel said it’s a great concern that BRC is obviously investing millions of dollars of ratepayer money in producing local ‘news’ when there is already a vibrant and diverse independent local news media sector serving the Bundaberg region.

Mr Manuel says there are several specific concerns held by the members of the CPA, including secrecy around the editorial control of Bundaberg Now and BRC’s refusal to provide operating costs for Bundaberg Now. Minister Fletcher has recommended these concerns be taken up with the ACCC, Queensland Electoral Commission, Australian Press Council and the Queensland Minister for Local Government.

“While the majority of these matters fall outside my portfolio responsibilities, and are in fact matters for the Queensland Government, I would like to provide a response and propose some pathways forward for the QCPA to address the assertion that Bundaberg Now is purporting to be an independent source of local news”, said Minister Fletcher.

The CPA has said they intend to follow the Minister’s advice.

“This has galvanised support from the entire independent regional news media industry in Australia.

The ABC has labelled Bundaberg Now as a propaganda machine, and we have several leading media and legal academics supporting our campaign. In our letter to Minister Fletcher and others, I warned that we believe our concerns about Bundaberg Now are a ‘canary in the coal mine’ type warning, and we are concerned for the fundamentals of democracy at a community level if this type of service is duplicated elsewhere.”

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Friday, January 14, 2022

CRIME WRAP

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Ingham Meals on Wheels Roster January 2022 MONDAY 17 KITCHEN: R Phillips, R Marshall, D Sargent, B Carne, L&K Elliott, S Kemp DRIVER/DELIVERY: J Henderson, E & S Lenti, I Merritt & C Carey, P Robino & R Radel, D Hatfield

Drug driving, Innisfail POLICE from Innisfail Highway Patrol have charged a 60-year-old Townsville man after a traffic stop was conducted on the Bruce Highway on January 1.

Police were contacted after the truck was observed by a speed detection camera operator to pass a vehicle on double white lines, causing oncoming traffic to pull over to avoid collision.

Police intercepted the truck and conducted a saliva test with the driver returning a positive result.

Police conducted a search of the truck, seizing a small amount of white crystal believed to be methylamphetamine and a glass pipe.

The 60-year-old Townsville man was charged with one count each of drug drive, possess dangerous drug, possess drug utensils, overtake when unsafe and fail to complete logbook as required.

The man’s driver licence was

immediately suspended, and he is scheduled to appear in Innisfail Magistrates Court on January 21.

Weapons charges, Mourilyan Harbour POLICE have charged a 59-year-old Mourilyan Harbour man after he was allegedly involved in an altercation at a Mourilyan Harbour residence yesterday (January 6).

At around 11.55pm police were called to the residence and allegedly located a broken rifle in the backyard.

Police conducted checks on the weapon and confirmed that the rifle was unregistered, and the man was not a licenced gun owner.

The 59-year-old Mourilyan Harbour man was charged with one count each of dangerous conduct with weapon and unlawful possession of weapon. He is scheduled to appear in the Innisfail Magistrates Court on January 31.

WEDNESDAY 19 KITCHEN:-R Marshall, B Carne, L&K Elliott DRIVER/DELIVERY: P Robino & R Radel, E Huddy & R Swarbrick, T Contarino & J Schifilliti

FRIDAY 21 KITCHEN: R Marshall, B Carne, L&K Elliott DRIVER/DELIVER: L Sartor & R Radel, D Girgenti & Z Kannakis, HSC, W Ashley

MONDAY 24 KITCHEN: R Phillips, R Marshall, B Carne, L&K Elliott, D Sargent, S Kemp DRIVER/DELIVERY: R & S Vandkerkerwyk, A Lynch & M Moore, V Cutting & M Bandiera, A Lynch–M Moore, S Rutherford & J Hardwick, D Hatfield

WEDNESDAY 26 – Public Holiday – no deliveries FRIDAY 28 KITCHEN: R Marshall, B Carne, L&K Elliott, M Cominardi DRIVER/DELIVERY: KEITA SERVICES, C Carey & R Radel, C Bishop & P Robino, J Armstrong & Y Oakes, W Ashley

MONDAY 31 KITCHEN: R Phillips, R Marshall, B Carne, L&K Elliott, D Sargent, B Craissel DRIVER/DELIVERY: E & R Davis, A Lynch & M Moore, B Molachina & A Kemp, G & G Cockrell, D Hatfield

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INNISFAIL STATE HIGH SCHOOL YEAR 10 INDUSTRIAL BOYS 10 B2 B3 OF 1965 FRONT ROW:

Morrie Spina, John Mann, Joe Viellaris, Allan Missingham, Laurie Powell, Mr Coleman, Des Hensler, Alan Toombs, Ian Watson, Howard Nuttall, Peter Robertson.

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Lindsay Travers, Tony Martinac, Peter Parry, Tony Santarossa, Alf Penisi, Jeff Olssen, Robert Anderson, Noel Austin, Vince Crane.

TOP ROW:

Robert Galetta, Gordon Wild, Kunobert Schmidt, Noel McPherson, Ian Humphreys, Jose Irurita, John Herrmann, Jasmin Strofield, Neville Parkinson.

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St John’s School, Silkwood spread Christmas cheer MARIA GIRGENTI ST John’s School, Silkwood Justice Squad, spread Christmas cheer by donating gift hampers to St Vincent de Paul Society, Tully and distributed to local families in need during the festive season.

These Year 6 students make up the Justice Squad. They donate to the annual St Vincent de Paul Christmas Appeal by bringing in non-perishable hamper items from home, as well as Christmas gifts.

A special hamper was also made up containing decorations, Christmas sweets, goodies, and specialised items, such as handkerchiefs and delivered to Tully Nursing home.

In 2021, students could not visit the Tully Nursing home due to COVID-19 restrictions, so instead, they decided to donate a hamper full of Christmas goodies for the residents.

St John’s School Justice Squad, coordinated by Vicki De Brincat, hold fundraising activities throughout the year in support of their three leading charities of Caritas, Catholic Mission and St Vincent de Paul Society.

The St John’s Justice Squad Christmas Fair raised funds for the

St Vincent de Paul Christmas Appeal through a sausage sizzle and drinks, plant stall, Christmas paper, decorations, ornaments and treats, candles, truffles, chocolate sleighs, honeycomb cookies, all made by students.

This project formed part of the Economics/Business subject for the Year 5/6 class. Students created a partnership, decided on sale products, compiled a business plan, costings, and made the items for sale.

Before the Christmas Fair, the whole school presented a Christmas concert called ‘The Magical Puzzle.’

This story begins at a bustling Christmas market, full of sounds and exciting treats, where five children find a toy seller selling an old, tatty Christmas jigsaw.

The toy seller asks the children to make a promise to complete the jigsaw on Christmas Eve. On Christmas Eve, the children bring out the jigsaw to fulfil their promise.

As the children gradually pieced St John’s School Silkwood Justice Squad members with the Christmas it together, they realised it was not hampers donated to Tully St Vincent de Paul Society and Tully Nursing an ordinary puzzle, as the traditional Home. nativity story unfolded, complete with catchy songs.

Union absolutely rejects any change to end of scheduled school year MEMBERS of the union representing over 17,000 teachers and staff in Queensland non-government schools have absolutely rejected any notion of an additional week being added to the school year in their sector.

Independent Education Union – Queensland and Northern Territory (IEU-QNT) Branch Secretary Terry Burke said the announcement that the school year is to be extended by a week in state schools was absolutely rejected for any implementation in the non-government sector.

“Our union absolutely rejects any change to the already scheduled end of the school year,” Mr Burke said.

“The state government clearly sets operational dates in the state school sector; it does not do so in the nongovernment sector.

“There is justification employers to unnecessary government.

no need nor any for non-government follow this silly and step by the state

“IEU members are dedicated professionals who have put the safety and continued quality education of their students and school communities front and centre for the last two years.

“Any extension of the school year would be shameful lack of recognition of that commitment,” Mr Burke said.

St John’s School Justice Squad President Ellie Wright, School Learning Officer Vicki De Brincat presented hampers to Gail and Rexy from Tully Nursing Home.

St John’s School Justice Squad President Ellie Wright,Vicki De Brincat and Principal Peta Bryan presented Lou and Gabrielle Crema from Tully St Vincent De Paul Society with $500 and Christmas hampers.

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A new reef water quality program has been announced to reduce the runoff of dissolved inorganic nitrogen (DIN) from farms in the Tully and Johnstone catchments. The $10.7 million program will deliver a range of projects from helping farmers with nutrient management planning, installing constructed wetlands and expanding local scale water quality monitoring.

The program is being managed

by Terrain NRM and funded by the partnership between the Great Barrier Reef Foundation and the Australian Government’s Reef Trust. Charles Hammond, Waterway Health Leader at Terrain NRM, said the Tully and Johnstone catchments are priorities for DIN runoff due to high rainfall and intensive agriculture on the coastal plain and short sharp rivers. “There has been significant investment in these catchments previously, and farmers have been working hard to improve water quality,’’ he said. “This program will continue to support farmers to make changes to land management and farm practices.

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Mr Hammond said four organisations would be delivering on-ground projects.

A partnership led by Canegrowers Innisfail is addressing nitrogen losses by providing extension support to farmers to develop nutrient management plans, identify crop constraints, improve nutrient use efficiency and refine nitrogen inputs.

Liquaforce will also be working with ten growers across 2000 hectares to improve fertiliser application and develop a new platform to make it easier for growers to access and store their farm data so they can track and monitor crop financial performance and any underlying agronomic issues.

The program includes paddock and sub-catchment water quality monitoring, which will help provide valuable data to farmers about water quality flowing off their farms to support farm practices.

James Cook University’s TropWater and CSIRO will expand existing monitoring and share the data with farmers and extension providers.

Greening Australia has also been funded to establish constructed wetlands

in priority landscape areas. Trials have shown that constructed wetlands can be an effective treatment system for agricultural runoff.

Mr Hammond said long-term change depended on investing in solutions that

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“Farmers are running businesses, so changes made for the reef also need to be economically viable,” he said.

Too many mackerel Tariff-ic New add up to a hefty fine Year for farmers • New tariff cuts to expand Australian farming export opportunities • Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership comes into effect tomorrow, providing better access to regional value chains IT’S a happy new year for Australia’s record-breaking farmers as improved market access and tariff cuts come into play on a range of commodities.

Minister for Agriculture and Northern Australia David Littleproud said 2022 will be a year of opportunities for our agricultural, fisheries and forestry exporters.

“Ongoing tariff reductions under free trade agreements negotiated by the Australian Government build on the huge benefits they have already delivered for our farmers,” Minister Littleproud said.

“The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), the world’s largest free trade agreement with 15 signatories including Australia, enters into force from 1 January 2022.

“Our exporters will be able to tap into regional value chains through rules that will support the use of Aussie inputs into goods produced and exported across the RCEP region.

“A series of tariff reductions and other market access improvements also roll out tomorrow under the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for TransPacific Partnership (CPTPP) and other free trade agreements.

“For example, tariffs on barley to Mexico will be eliminated completely, further enhancing our competitiveness.

“2021 saw Australia’s first shipment of barley to Mexico under the CPTPP valued at more than $69 million – a fantastic achievement” “From tomorrow, we’ll see expanded Tariff Rate Quotas on cheese to Canada and Mexico, further supporting opportunities in these markets.

“Tariff Rate Quotas under the Indonesia-Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement will increase for live cattle, citrus, and feed grain.

“And we’ll see the ninth round of tariff cuts under the Korea Australia Free Trade Agreement, with tariffs on beef falling to 16 per cent and lamb 2.25 per cent, and quotas for cheese and malt barley all increasing.

“Free trade agreements will continue to stimulate investment and demand for premium produce as we expand our export trade and recover from the global COVID-19 pandemic.

“They provide a further boost for our farmers who are propelling the agriculture sector towards anticipated new production records in 2021-22.

“Farmgate value is on track to top an incredible $78 billion in 2021-22, a record for the industry “The value of our farming exports is also predicted to hit an historic high of $61 billion.

“We’re supporting farmers all the way as part of our Ag 2030 plan to help the agriculture sector work towards its $100 billion goal by 2030.”

A fisher has been fined $7500 in the Maroochydore Magistrates Court after pleading guilty to going well over the Spanish mackerel catch limit on two occasions.

Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries and Minister for Rural Communities Mark Furner said Fisheries Queensland was working hard to preserve low Spanish mackerel stocks. This sort of careless overfishing didn’t help.

“The limit for recreational fishers is three per person, and this fisher was found on two separate occasions with 14 and 13 excess fish,” Mr Furner said.

“The Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol (QBFP) is investing significant resources in detecting such

offending, so if there are anglers out there engaged in such activities, they will catch you.

“QBFP officers use a range of investigative measures, including checking market distribution points to monitor compliance for important species under a quota, and I thank them for their tireless efforts.”

In handing down the penalty, the Magistrate said the defendant should be more aware of the importance of possession limits.

For information on Queensland’s fishing regulations, visit www.fisheries. qld.gov.au, call 13 25 23 or download the free ‘Qld Fishing’ app from Apple and Google app stores.

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Players who competed in the first-round games of the Barry Wallis Shield at Innisfail.

Photo: Maria Girgenti

Bowlers on the green during the first round of the Barry Wallis Shield. Photo: Maria Girgenti

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AT last Thursday’s social bowls, 30 bowlers took to the green despite the oppressive heat.

At the end of the play, three teams all finished on 22 points each. Following a countback, Graeme Anderson, Mal Clifford and Jamie Paterson were the winners.

New members and visitors are most welcome to come along for a roll-up. Names to be in by 12.30 pm for a 1.15 pm start.

Patrons attending the club need to show proof of double vaccination for COVID-19.

This week is the last call for nominations in all formats of the club championships. Please put names up on the notice board.

Every Tuesday is maintenance morning, so please come along and lend a helping hand.

Players will compete in the Sam Rinaudo Memorial Shield on January 22 - 23, with Saturday’s games played at Tully, Yungaburra, West Cairns and Edmonton clubs.

Bowlers braved hot and humid conditions and competed in the first round of the Barry Wallis Memorial Shield at Innisfail Bowls Club last Saturday.

Six teams of four from Innisfail, South Johnstone, Silkwood, Babinda, Gordonvale and Tully played games of 21 ends.

Due to COVID-19 isolations, Gordonvale could not play, so a composite team played South Johnstone.

Scores on this game were based on an average of the other two games.

Round 1 results: Innisfail 73 def Babinda 19 Tully 55 def Silkwood 45 South Johnstone 64 def Gordonvale 32 Points table after Round 1 Innisfail - 2 match points +54 South Johnstone - 2 match points +32 Tully - 2 match points +10 Silkwood - 0 match points minus 10 Gordonvale - 0 match points minus 32 Babinda - 0 match points minus 54 The next Barry Wallis Shield games will take place at Silkwood Bowls Club this Saturday, January 15, starting at 1.00 pm with Innisfail vs Silkwood, Tully vs South Johnstone and Babinda vs Gordonvale.

Round 3 will occur at Tully on January 30, Round 4 at Babinda on February 6 and Round 5 at Gordonvale on February 19.

The final games in the five-round series are at South Johnstone Bowls Club on February 26.

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Due to the Government Covid Restrictions, only fully vaccinated bowlers and guests are permitted to enter & play. Masks are mandatory for entry into our clubhouse.

Silkwood Bowls Club

Please be mindful times could alter due to changes with the Covid restrictions.

Proof of vaccination will be needed to enter.

SILKWOOD Men’s teams have started the year on January 8, 2022, with round 1 for the Barry Wallis Shield.

We also ask if you are not feeling well to please take care, stay at home and seek medical advice/treatment.

For any further inquiries club contact ph. 0459211552, or you can follow us on our Facebook page.

Silkwood was defeated by Tully 55 to 45. This game was played at Innisfail Bowls Club, and Round 2 will be played at Silkwood Bowls Club Saturday, January 15.

South Johnstone Bowls

Wednesday, January 12, 2022 Team Delmo Tarditi, Anna Della Bella, Barry Green defeated Rex Williams, Tony Cates, Mirella Berryman with a tight score of 20 to 19.

Social Days are Wednesday and Sunday with the sign on 1.30 pm and to start at 2 pm.

Sunday afternoons bowls have recommenced with names in by 1:00 pm for a 1:30 pm start. The cost of the game is $12.00 per head with a jackpot up for garbs each Sunday, which will be drawn after the last game – all players have a chance to win the Jackpot!

Our Friday BBQ & Barefoot Bowls Night is yet to start. A Date & Time will be announced soon.

Covid Restrictions

Golf News Innisfail Golf Club THANK you to the members who played golf in 2022 for adhering to the new mask and COVID-19 check-in requirements. It makes it easy to manage competition days.

Reminders: 1.

Please check in when you are playing golf socially or on competition days

$25, which includes lunch, presentation burgers and stacks of prizes.

Members can register online for the event to assist with catering purposes.

IGC Rules and Etiquette New Year’s Quiz In match play, Jake’s ball is in the bunker, and he casually leans on his club in the bunker while waiting for his opponent to play.

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Show your check-in screen to the committee member running the bar

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3. Patrons MUST wear masks inside the clubhouse and removed when seated

3. J ake loses the hole

A big thank you to our volunteers for looking after our course over the festive season.

A special thank you to Ned Jacobsen, who fixed the roller door downstairs to the members’ buggy area.

All prize payments have been issued to members’ cards.

Thanks to Glenn and Jo Powell from Barrier Reef Motel for organising a great 2-Ball Ambrose event on Australia Day (January 26).

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Jake Cockle won the Wednesday All Sporters 9-hole competition.

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All correct answers went into the draw for a Titleist Pro V1.

It was great to see Terence Hogan in the Wednesday All Sporters, who almost won the 9-hole competition.

1st: Jake Cockle 18pts 2nd: Terence Hogan 16pts c/b 3rd: Norm Stewart 16pts NTP: Jake Cockle Norm Stewart was smiling like a Cheshire cat winning in Friday Sporters 9-hole competition with 22 points.

1st: Norm Stewart 22pts

Caine Cockle achieved two Nearest to the Pin.

2nd: Luke Peters 20pts c/b 3rd: Glenn Powell 20pts NTP - Caine Cockle Jnr A field of 27 players turned up for the 18-hole Saturday competition, Calleja Carpentry Single Stableford. Players needed to be on their game to get in the prize rundown.

The course looked beautiful, the greens ran true, and the humidity was through the roof.

The morning was the time to play with Norm Stewart and Darryl Gould tied on 38 points.

Marty Costello shot one better and set the target of 39 points for the afternoon field.

Jake and Caine Cockle battled it out in a father and son war, with Caine getting the job done by one shot. Caine 38 points, Jake 37 points.

Des Hensler had the longest putt, winning it again with a monster putt from the front of the green.

Well done to Marty and Darryl for his first, second place in the Saturday competition.

1st: Marty Costello 39pts 2nd: Darryl Gould 38pts c/b 3rd: Norm Stewart 38pts c/b NTPs 1/10 - Jake Cockle 4/13 - Glenn Powell 7/16 - Jake Cockle 2/11 - Stephen Todd 5/14 - Darryl Gould

Norm Stewart won the Friday Sporters 9-hole competition.

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The Peter Longford Cup is being played on Australian Day, with games starting at 1:00 pm. Cash prizes are up for grabs; if you are interested in playing, don’t hesitate to contact Tim Kerrigan on 0457 981 111, as the green is filling up quickly.

The South Johnstone Bowls Club would like to advise all members and guests that proof of vaccination will be required upon entry to the club.

Babinda Bowls Club BARRY Wallace shield will commence on Saturday and be played at Innisfail at 1 pm. The following Saturday, we will play at Silkwood.

Contact Jim if you are not available on these days.

THIS Friday Night, Bare Foot Bowls starts up again at South Johnstone Bowls Club. The cost is $15.00 for a game of bowls and a sausage sizzle.

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Babinda will host this game in February after our new carpet is laid this month. The groundwork has been carried out, the hard work done. A working bee will be required to install the boundary markers when the carpet is laid and clean up surrounding areas.

Thursday bowls to recommence as soon as possible.

A considerable amount of the old surface is still available, awaiting a new home! If you want a piece, contact us as soon as possible.

8/17 - E Nest, Debra Smith 3/12 - Caine Cockle Jnr 6/15 - Jake Cockle 9/18 - Des Hensler Please check out the Innisfail Golf Club Facebook page to keep up with golf in the local region.

Upcoming Events Wednesday All Sporters competition - from noon groups of 4 permitted Friday Sporters competition - from 12.00 pm and 2.00 pm groups of 4 permitted - online bookings Saturday competition Goondi Hill Hotel Stableford 7.30 am and 12.00 pm groups of 4 permitted - online bookings

El Arish Golf EVEN though our official 2022 season doesn't get underway until Sat 5th February, we are playing 'summer comps' in January. Our 1st contingent of players were out on the course on New Years Day. How keen was this group?

Apparently, the 'summer heat' totally suited Jo Bishop, who came in winner on the day on a c/back to Gavin Camilleri, both on 35 S'ford points, with Camo taking NTP on #5/14 AllIn. Thursday 6th, we had another group of avid players for our SPORTERS comp, playing the 1st 9 S'ford.

Winner: Jaxon Piner with 22, followed by Tony Gray on 19, with Tony also taking NTP on #4 and Wayne Kimberley #2.

Our player numbers slowly crept up on SATURDAY, even though the heat and humidity still kept many away.

Saturday 8 winner: Paul Marland, once again on a c/ back to the last 3 points, followed by Hipas Donald both on 35.

NTP All-In #2/11 was won by

Paul, with Camo taking #5/14.

Here's to a HAPPY and HEALTHY NEW YEAR to all - see you on the course asap - TIMES as usual: 12.00 Rego 12.15 Draw - 12.30 Tee Off.

Ingham Golf I have no weekend results to report this week (hence the later send out, whilst waiting), but I can write on the Tuesday and Thursday winners thanks to Fred.

Every Tuesday till the end of February Geoff and Fred will be running a competition. be at the club by 12:30 for a 1:00 hit off. this is open to all members.

The ladies captain proposes Wednesday, February 2, to restart games before the season proper starts as per the programme. all feedback is welcome! if you would like to play before then on a Wednesday, be there at noon for a 12:30 pm start. please let deb Giles know (0407 962 393) if you wish to play.

The Thursday 14-hole competitions will continue over the summer also. be at the club by 12:30 pm for a 1:00 pm hit off.

Results: Thursday last week saw ten players on the field for the fourteen-hole competition.

Steve hart emerged the winner again with 64 ½ nett, followed by runner-up Gary Cantoni with 65 ½ nett.

Yesterday, Fred ran a Tuesday veterans’ game in which nine players competed. the winner was Mick Poggiali, with 31 Stableford points. The runner-up was Brian Scanlon, also with 31 points, followed by Albert Bison with 30 points.

Happy Golfing.

Cheryl

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Innisfail cricketer Karina Guglielmi selected in Queensland Merit Girls' Team MARIA GIRGENTI TALENTED all-around cricketer Karina Guglielmi was part of the North Queensland XI Invitation team. The team recently competed in the 2021 Queensland School (QSS) Sport 10 - 12 years Girls' Cricket State Championship held in Brisbane from November 14 - 17.

After four days of competition, Guglielmi aged 12 from Innisfail was the only girl from the North Queensland Invitational team to be selected for the Queensland School Sport 10 - 12 years Girls Cricket State Merit team.

The other players included one from Malanda and Weipa, two from Cairns,

Townsville and Home Hill and three from Ingham.

Due to COVID-19, QSS teams will not participate in any higher competition in 2021.

Guglielmi was a stand-out with the bat during the championships, scoring thirty runs in three games and retiring not out.

The team played Southern West, Sunshine Coast, Metropolitan East, Capricornia, Wide Bay, Metropolitan West and Metropolitan North.

After six games, the Northern team had four wins and two losses before Metropolitan West won the semi-final.

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Peninsula faced Metropolitan North and, after batting, first finished with 10/119.

Guglielmi racked up her highest score of 37 runs (six fours).

Unfortunately, the final ended in a washout, so the opposing team did not get to bat. Guglielmi finished the carnival with 175 runs, off 218 balls, which included 32 fours and picked up two catches behind the stumps.

Guglielmi, who started Year 7 at Innisfail State College in 2021, competed at the state level for the second time and this year earned promotion as team captain, with Summer Christopher from Ingham as vice-captain.

With the washout on the last day, North Queensland finished tied in third place overall to give them two top-four finishes in consecutive years.

Coach Billy Green said this result easily puts the North Queensland girls as the best team outside of Brisbane.

"This is a real testament to the efforts of Queensland cricket officers over the past few years to get girls' cricket happening in our region."

"Across the board, all players were strong cricketers and contributed well throughout the carnival."

"Summer Christopher from Ingham was very unlucky to not make the Queensland merit side with her brilliant left-arm swing bowling."

"Taliah Devietti had to be the most improved from last year's carnival.

From getting out for a duck in close to all games to scoring just under 100 runs at this year's carnival was a fantastic effort."

"Karina is a superstar in the making. A classy right-hand batter, superb keeper and a great leader on and off the field."

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Karina Guglielmi from Innisfail gained selection in the Queensland School Sport 10 - 12 years Girls’ State Merit cricket team.

"Guglielmi amassed over 100 runs in the carnival, with a top score of 37.

Comments made from other regions said, "She is the best batter I have seen," and I would have to agree."

This is Guglielmi's third season playing club cricket. She was selected in Cricket Far North Under 13 representative team to play in Ingham from December 17 19.

Cassowary Coast Cyclones’ senior cricket teams set sights on the finals MARIA GIRGENTI BEFORE the Christmas/New Year break, the Cassowary Coast Cyclones 5th grade cricket team is currently sitting third on the ladder. Players are eyeing a finals spot in Cricket Far North’s 35 over the competition.

December 13 - 16 – Mackay Under 13 Tadgh McDavitt (Tully/Mission Beach) Kade Corby (Tully/Mission Beach) December 13 - 16 - Home Hill

In November, the team notched up two wins and a tie, followed by a one-wicket win over Barron in their last game before the break.

Under 13 Girls

The Cassowary Coast Cyclones 3rd grade side sits two points outside a finals berth over the break-in competition.

December 17 - 19 - Ingham

With a match to play against each remaining team, the fight looks tight between the Cyclones and UnitedCricket Cairns for the remaining finals spot.

A special mention to the Cassowary Coast juniors who gained selection in Cricket Far North representative teams with games played in Mackay, Home Hill and Ingham last month.

Under 12A Giacomo De Faveri (Innisfail)

Karina Guglielmi (Innisfail) Imogen Stuart (Tully/Mission Beach) Round 8 results: 1st Grade - Saturday, January 8 - Innisfail TAFE Oval Cassowary Coast Cyclones 47 (24.4) def by Norths 2/49 (8) (Luke Corlis 1/18 (4) and one catch; Wade Henderson 1/31 (4)) Norths won by 8 wickets Upcoming Cricket Far North Round 9 fixtures:

Riley Berge (Mission Beach)

1st Grade

Marko van Vuuren (Mission Beach) December 13 - 16 - Mackay

Cassowary Coast Cyclones vs Atherton – Loder Park, Atherton – Saturday, January 15

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Brodie Masina (Innisfail)

Cassowary Coast Cyclones vs Port Douglas Muddies Cyclones’ 1st-grade team in 2021. Photo: Maria - Port Douglas Sports Complex - Sunday, January 16 Girgenti

Aiden Getejanc (Tully)

Luke Corlis in action for Cassowary Coast

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Wins for two Cassowary Coast Cyclones senior cricket teams MARIA GIRGENTI CONGRATULATIONS to the following Cassowary Coast juniors selected in Cricket Far North representative teams who played in Mackay and Home Hill this week. The Under 13 Girls are in action this weekend.

Under 12A Giacomo De Faveri (Innisfail) Riley Berge (Mission Beach)

Under 12B Brodie Masina (Innisfail) Aiden Getejanc (Tully) December 13 - 16 – Mackay Under 13 Tadgh McDavitt (Tully/Mission Beach) Kade Corby (Tully/Mission Beach) December 13 - 16 - Home Hill Under 13 Girls Karina Guglielmi (Innisfail)

Marko van Vuuren (Mission Beach)

Imogen Stuart (Tully/Mission Beach)

December 13 - 16 - Mackay

December 17 - 19 - Ingham

Cricket Far North - junior/senior results

Matthew Smart 4 catches)

3rd Grade - 40 Over competition Innisfail TAFE Oval - Sunday, December 12

5th Grade - 35 Over competition Miller Oval, Tully

Cassowary Coast 5/101 (19.2) (Matthew Smart 21* (15) not out; Justin Walker 19 (46); Jasran Kalkat 12* (4) not out) def Mulgrave 100 (28.3) (Austin Stuart 3/12 (6); Jasran Kalkat 2/13 (4); Jayden Giddins 2/15 (4);

Innisfail United Football Club hosts successful Summer 6s competition

Players participated in the final round of fixtures on December 3 at Castor Park, Mourilyan, which even included a special visit by Santa, who handed out

lollies to the delight of the youngsters.

The social competition attracted a mixture of fresh and returning players, with youngsters and parents having lots of fun.

Summer 6s rules include a maximum of six players per team on the field, over 30s mixed teams must always field a female player, the ball is not to rise above shoulder height in general play and shots on goal can take place from anywhere in the opposition’s half.

Under 6/7 games had 30-minute halves, whilst Under 8 - 14, Ladies, Over 30s and Seniors 40 minutes with no half time, just a swap of ends and a five-minute break between games.

The club would like to thank all the players and parents for their ongoing support in making Summer

Two of the junior teams who played in the Summer 6s social competition.

Ladies teams in the final round of Summer 6s tournament.

STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARIA GIRGENTI INNISFAIL United Football Club hosted another successful Summer 6s tournament with fifty-two teams participating in the eight-week competition since midOctober.

This annual community event which has been running for four seasons, is for players of all levels from beginners to advanced, focusing on enjoying the social aspect of the game.

Teams ranged in age from Under 6 - 15 in juniors to mixed, men’s and ladies, mixed under 30s and seniors.

Junior teams in action during Round 8 of the Summer 6s.

Cassowary Coast won by five wickets

Cassowary Coast 9/124 (33.2) (Michael Zammit Candow 16 (22))

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def Barron 7/123 (35) (Michael Zammit 3/16 (4); Davinder Kumar 2/14 (7) Cassowary Coast won by one wicket

6s a success once again.

A special mention to Donna Vecchio for organising the referees and all those who officiated each week and Cameron Ferguson, Scott Davies, and Hayden Darveniza for mowing and field marking.

A special mention to canteen staff Kyrene Howarth, Matt Howarth, Warren Gill, Cameron Ferguson, Annette Lyons, Raymond Lyons, Tash Musumeci, and all the kids and parents who assisted each week.

Class on Grass Sumer 6s team.

Summer 6s soccer action at Castor Park, Mourilyan.

Friday, January 14, 2022

Fishing News

RoLy Newton

I hope you all had a very Merry Christmas and a Happy new year.

Over the Christmas break, there have been numerous opportunities to head out wide and fish the deepwater rubble patches along the outer reef dropoffs over the Christmas break. By far, most boats have reported good fishing with lots of big Nannygai, Red Emperor, and Job fish landed. Those chasing game fish have managed to land some nice Wahoo, Yellowfin and the odd Dolphin fish.

The main reefs have been fishing exceptionally well for this time of year. Usually, the hot weather slows the fishing down; however, most boats have reported great catches of Coral Trout and mixed reef fish. The spearos have also done well on the Trout, Tuskers and Crayfish.

The Spanish Mackerel have been around in reasonable numbers both around the fringes of the main reefs and the major inshore structure around the islands.

The rubble patches and wrecks have also been fishing well with plenty of Nannygai, Tea Leaf Trevally and Cobia.

Closer in around the islands, it has been all about Fingermark, with some great catches taken over the last couple of weeks. Unfortunately, these fish are incredibly slow-growing and do not release well due to bar trauma (expansion of the air bladder). My policy is to take one or two for the table and move on.

Apparently, they have an abysmal survival rate in water over 10 metres in depth.

Besides the Fingermark, there have also been some nice Coral Trout, Grass Sweet lip, and Grunter caught.

The islands and headlands have also fished well for pelagic with Grey Mackerel, Tuna and Queenfish

FISHING catches. Small to medium-sized metal lures such as the Arma Mettalik and Arma Anchovy have been very successful, using a high speed retrieve and hang on. I even managed a 70cm. Fingermark caught using one of these lures and a high speed retrieve, all ass and no class.

The estuaries have been fishing well. Most anglers get on the water early and return to the ramp by midday to escape the worst of the heat. Good numbers of Mangrove Jacks, creek Fingermark and Grunter, have been reported. Usually, this time of year, we start to hear stories of Threadfin Salmon catches. Hopefully, they will begin to turn up after the rain this week.

The creeks have been producing a few Grunter; however, better catches have been in the Hinchinbrook area.

The freshwater reaches of the Johnstone and Tully rivers have been fishing very well for Sooty Grunter and the occasional Jungle Perch. Surface lures such as the Jackson RA Pop and Riskbait are ideal and work well early morning and evening. Soft plastics and small deep diving lures seem to work better through the heat of the day.

Many reports of big Barra being caught and lost from anglers fishing Tinaroo dam. The average size of fish seems to be around the 80 to 110cm mark. The effort needs to be put in. Those new to dam fishing are advised to fast track their success by getting as much information as possible before heading up for a fish.

Don`t forget the Freshwater impoundment Permit.

At this early stage of the week, the various weather sites predict light winds and calm seas for this coming weekend. Hopefully, this will allow the larger boats to head out wide for a quick fish before the northerlies come up.

Either side of the morning, high tide will suit those wishing to fish for Grass Sweet Lip or a Pelagic around the islands and Headlands. This same tide is also very popular to fish for Grunter both in the creeks and on the flats of Hinchinbrook.

The late afternoon incoming tide is my favourite to target Mangrove Jacks in the creeks.

With all the rain this week, we should see a few rusty old bucks turning up in the estuaries, so don`t forget the crab pots.

Good Fishing and Happy New Year Roly Newton, Tackle World Tully

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Local fighters win at Rise to Elite event in Cairns MARIA GIRGENTI LOCAL young and upcoming Muay Thai fighters from Athlete Muay Thai Innisfail impressed with wins over formidable rivals at the Rise to Elite Amateur Fight Series on December 4. Explosive Fight Promotions hosted it at the Pullman International, Cairns.

In only his second fight, Kurt Brady, aged 12, had a unanimous win over Blake Nissen from The Fight Academy, in 39kg weight division, over 3 x 2-minute rounds and using Mod rules (no elbows).

Brady, who has only been fighting for three months, trains at Athlete Muay Thai gym and is following in the footsteps of his older brother Quinton Smith.

On October 23, Brady stepped over the ropes for his debut Muay Thai fight at Fight NQ promotion hosted by Nukzu Muay Thai gym, Cairns, in the 37kg division. He had a unanimous win over Micah Parkes (Full Boar).

Brady's next fight is at an inter-club challenge this Saturday, December 18, at Nukzu Muay Thai in Cairns.

decision win over top dog Cain Hoare in 30kg weight division from The Fight Academy over 3 x 2-minute rounds (full Thai rules).

Mills also had his debut fight against Memphis Watts (Oceanic) in the fight NQ promotion on October 23 at Nukzu Muay Thai gym in Cairns.

Both boys train at Athlete Muay Thai gym under the expert direction of experienced fighter and coach Clayton Cook.

unanimous win against Oliver Kaucic at Fight World's Road to Retribution. Despite a close battle, his younger brother Joshua stepped up in age and lost to Tyson Daley.

Smith now has his sights set on a WBC Pro Adult title in June 2022 at Cairns's After Dark fight event. He hopes for a match-up with experienced fighter Ryan McDonald, aged 33, from The Fight Academy in Cairns.

On November 27, Quinton Smith, aged 18, went five rounds with Chadd Collins, aged 26, ranked number two in the world, in the main event bout at The Road to Retribution show on the Gold Coast.

Smith dominated his opponent in the first and second rounds. Still, Collins came back strongly. His experience and mental game gave him the advantage and win over Smith, who never gave up or took a backpedal.

Junior Muay Thai fighter Isaiah Singh had a

In his second fight, Ryder Mills, aged 10, had a split

Kurt Brady (right) connects a kick to his opponent Blake Nissen in the 39kg bout. Photo Ryder Mills (left) lands a kick in his bout against Cain Hoare. Photo: FNQ Roar Media FNQ Roar Media

Kurt Brady (right) winner and runner up Blake Nissen. Photo: FNQ Roar Media

Last month, Quinton Smith (right) went five rounds with Chadd Collins, ranked number two Muay Thai fighter in the world. Photo: Adams A1 Photography

Ryder Mills declared the winner over Cain Hoare in the 30kg bout.

Photo: FNQ Roar Media