2022 January 28 Newspaper Edition

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: TULLY CHAMBER TO HOLD SECOND AGM.

STRONG!!!

PA G E 6

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DANGEROUS FELUGA HIGHWAY UPGRADE UNDERWAY. PA G E 16

C a s s owa r y C o a s t and Hincinbrook Re g i o n Au s t r a l i a D a y A wa r d W i n n e r s Continued on pages 4 and 5

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WEATHER Tomorrow - Saturday Ingham Rain 28 - 23 Cardwell Thunderstorm 28 - 23 Tully Thunderstorm 28 - 24 Mission Beach Thunderstorm 27 - 24 Innisfail Thunderstorm 27 - 23

Tomorrow - Sunday Ingham Showers 31 - 23 Cardwell Showers 30 - 23 Tully Showers 31 - 24 Mission Beach Scattered thunderstorms 29 - 24 Innisfail Scattered thunderstorms 29 - 23

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Vale Sue Smith CONTRIBUTED BY KATHY MACDONALD

OUR community is much richer for the life of Sue, or Suzie, as she was known to many. She passed peacefully in the Tully hospital on December 27, having had many final well-wishers visit.

A committed Buddhist, Sue lived her values in practical ways that will impact many lives for years to come.

We thank her for her extensive, life-long work in environmental movements locally and nationally. As a pivotal member of the Tully Branch of the Wildlife Preservation Society of Queensland, Sue was substantially responsible for the gazetting of National Parks in this area, extensive tree planting and revegetation, a part of the Kennedy walking track group and active in the Friends of Ninney Rise group.

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environment, and all living things.

As a leader in Aboriginal land tenure, Sue's property is the only freehold land in Australia with an indigenous protected area covenant in terms of Indigenous Land Management.

She was a practical person who enacted her values in practical ways.

Suzie's ashes were scattered at a ceremony attended by friends from all the communities she touched.

Messages and memories came from around the country and were read. Her headstone and resting place is in front of the big fig on the edge of the forest, facing her home. Marcia's welcome and send-off farewell in Girramay language was a fitting end to a life well-lived.

Sue worked at Tully High for over thirty years in terms of education. She taught English and History to generations of students – many fondly remember her booming voice and teaching of circus skills.

Her contribution to education in Queensland was statewide. Firstly as a member of the steering committee, then as a syllabus writer, Sue contributed to creating the senior subject Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Studies.

She was instrumental in its implementation and resourcing and sat on the state panel for the subject. In the final years of her teaching career, she moved into learning support and working with children with special needs.

Across her teaching career, she created strong connections between the school and the Jumbun community long before it was trendy. Sue was part of the team of English teachers responsible for teaching Jirrbal and Girramay language awareness at Tully High.

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As a rare fruits farmer, Sue employed many locals over the years to sort and pack lychees and rambutans.

Many had fond memories of these times.

Suzie loved her animals – Fergus, the draught horse, a plethora of cats and dogs over the years, and, of course, her beloved cows. When sharing a cup of tea in the old house, it was not unusual to have cats and dogs nearby, but very few people would have a cow in their bedroom. According to legend, Sue did, on occasion.

Sue's attributes included frankness, integrity, and a can-do attitude. Suzie provided long-term, robust and practical friendship, which was appreciated by those who relied on it. She was responsible, independent, active, and deeply loved country, language,

Ingham Bingo Venue Change MORE fun than you think! Due to the band centre closing, Bingo will now be held at the Ingham RSL. It will be held Monday and Tuesday from 10:30 to 1 pm and Thursday from 7 pm to 9 pm.

Starting on March 6 will be offered at 2 pm on Sundays as well.

The RSL generously provides supper and morning tea.

If you want to know more, please get in touch with Jane Oldham phone number 0435 056 264.

Jane is the caller. A volunteer bingo participant.

Bingo used to be run by the guide dogs, and now the RSL has taken it over.

The whole bingo experience is surprisingly great for the brain. It's a place for people to meet new people and have an excellent time out in a safe environment.

Some people buy dinner others have a few cold drinks.

The atmosphere is welcoming.

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Let Aquo share how to be

strong!

Amy Aquilini VICKEY CASTORINA LAST Saturday, Amy Aquilini launched her new book Strong at Hinchinbrook Shire Council Library Ingham.

Amy shared with those in attendance the letter of Encouragement she wrote for the beginning of her novel. The following is a short snapshot of the letter that Ms Aquilini has given the Wet Tropic Times permission to share: "Dear You – yes you! you AH-MAZING creature that God brought into this world. I want to make a few things clear before I dive in too deep. In life, we all make mistakes, we all have struggles, but I want you to know that you are in no way, shape or form your mistakes and/or struggles - UNLESS you choose to let them overcome you!

You have the power to create the life your heart desires, but you must believe in yourself. If you don't, how do you expect anyone else to? You must dig deep; you must exhale all the negativity in your life and inhale that unwavering self-belief we all have (if we choose to find it) that propels you forward in every aspect of your life."

Amy shared her journey that led to the book Strong.

She survived a horrific four-wheeler accident at the young age of twenty-one.

Doctor Steve Dick is the doctor that took the call on that fateful night. He spoke at the book launch of how Amy had a 1 in 20 chance of surviving from the get-go and then a 1 in 20 chance of recovery. He was excited to have caught a morning flight from Brisbane to speak at the book launch and witness the accomplishments of 1 in a million survivor.

Through all the adversity, Amy survived and found her love of writing. She has suffered one of the most traumatic brain injuries:

She had to learn how to walk and talk and eat again.

She has had to reconfigure her brain to function.

She had to retrain her brain all over again. It was like rebooting her whole life.

She is a ball of energy!

She carries this energy in her belly, with a passion for giving back and inspiring others.

She was glad to share her positive experiences with those in attendance at the launch and shared that she equally has down days for her up days. "I have had fits worse than my three year old has," said Amy Aqualini.

Amy embarked on a journey of Rediscovery; she speaks of people that have helped her along the way: the Member for Hinchinbrook Nick Demetto and Councillor Mary Brown have and will continue to assist her and her loving parents, just to name a few.

They all helped her gather her thoughts and supported her help to point her in the right direction to produce this fantastic book strong and

now furthering her field to be a motivational speaker.

To find Amy Aquilini go to www.aquoonline.com.au, where you will be able to purchase the book Strong, or coolers and t-shirts.

Dr Steve Dick and Amy Aquilini

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2022 Hinchinbrook Shire Australia Day Award Winners

CONGRATULATIONS to our 2022 Australia Day Award winners as follows:

Junior Sports Award

Lachlan Buckman – Nominated for his achievements in many sports, but particularly javelin.

Lachlan has been ranked number one in Australia for javelin since 2019. He also received the Most Proficient Junior Sportsman Award for representing his school in swimming track and field and cross country. He was the Under 15 Javelin Champion with a personal best of 61.75 metres. He also played in school Senior Firsts Football and was Captain of Ipswich Grammar Bill Turner Cup team. Lachlan won the North Queensland Sports Foundation Junior Sportstar of the Year in 2021 and was a finalist in the Queensland Junior Sportstar of the Year.

Senior Sports Award

Sarah Sheahan – Nominated for her contributions to Herbert River junior sports. Sarah was the 2021 Herbert River Junior Touch Coordinator and encouraged a record number of players to compete in 2021, encouraging parents to assist with coaching and training. Sarah successfully coaches school Junior Touch Football and Soccer teams taking the Senior Lourdes Girls team to win the Romanello Shield in 2021. She assisted with marshalling competitors at the 100 year Barnes Cup and City Country Swimming Carnival. Sarah has gone above and beyond to ensure the youth in the district have sporting opportunities.

Junior Cultural Award

Dana Kaurila – Nominated for her contributions to the community through performing and volunteering at the Australian-Italian Festival and Maraka and other local events both individually and in groups.

Dana also volunteers coaching assistance at Ingham Gymnastics.

Senior Cultural Award

Vera Di Bella – Nominated for her cultural contributions to the community over many years.

Vera excels in music and entertainment and has volunteered her time from a young age to many community activities, including Australia Day, Maraka Concerts, Debutante Balls, Community Carols, School Musicals, church functions and morning teas. She has also been a member of the Ingham Arts Festival for almost 30 years, most recently as President of the committee. Vera’s willingness to share her talents with all ages, especially children, gives her a high level of respect in the music fraternity.

Individual Achievement Award

Guido Giliberto – Nominated for his contributions to the community through his volunteer involvement over many years with the Rotary Club of Hinchinbrook and the Australian-Italian Festival. Guido has worked on many projects through his involvement with these organisations, including the Ingham Show and Maraka setting up stalls and running them.

Re-discovering Buk Ti:

Chinese Settlers in the Lower Herbert Valley – In June 2021, the Ingham Family History Association Inc displayed at the TYTO Regional Art Gallery showcasing the early Chinese settlers to the Herbert River Valley and the impact they had on the community through business and farming. The highlight of the display was the recreation of the Buk Ti Temple, which was located in Halifax. Over 1,100 people attended the exhibition opening, which was also live-streamed and recorded over 6,000 views. The display won the 2021 Gallery and Museum Achievement Awards (Queensland). It will be displayed at the Cairns Museum for three months.

Beryl Prior Memorial – Service to the Community Award

Brenda Oats – For her volunteer contributions to the community, mainly through her involvement with the Herbert River Athletics Club since 2009. Brenda has held the position of President, Treasurer and Grants Officer since 2009. She is a qualified athletics coach and coaches in track, jumping and throwing events, encouraging several Hinchinbrook locals to progress to State and National Titles over the years. Brenda has been a willing and enthusiastic community supporter for many years, assisting schools and sporting clubs within our community to access available grant funding.

Shire Young Citizen Award

Sarah Castles – Nominated for her contributions to the community, mainly through her involvement with Crushers Rugby League Club. Sarah was announced Herbert River Crushers Club person of the year in 2021 and has been instrumental in putting the women’s team together to compete in the Townsville and District Rugby League competition. She also coordinated the highly successful Herbert River Crushers ladies day and presentation night in 2021.

Shire Citizen Award

Joseph Devietti – Nominated for his many contributions to the community through his commitment to National Service, becoming an Inaugural Member of the Ingham Branch when it formed in 2001, he remains a member. Joe has been a Justice of the Peace since 1961 and has served as Secretary/Treasurer of the Herbert River Farmers League for 43 years. Joe was also Secretary for both Lourdes Convent and Gilroy Santa Maria College Parent and Friends Associations until all 8 of his children completed their schooling. He has also served as Secretary for the Hotels Association and Ingham Jockey Club. Joe was Principal of Devietti Holden for many years and recognised throughout Queensland as one of the most respected dealerships in the State.

Cassowary Coast Regional Council Australia Day 2022 award recipients. Absent: Lorraine Wheeler and Thea Ormonde. Photo: Donna Vecchio.

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Cassowary Coast Australia Day Awards STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARIA GIRGENTI AN award-winning poet, native animal warriors and a talented young artist were acknowledged with awards at the Cassowary Coast Australia Day celebrations held at Innisfail Shire Hall on Wednesday.

Irene Braddick, Named Citizen of the Year, has been an

active volunteer in the Cassowary Coast region for 29 years, which has included Tully Lions Club, Angel Care and Meals on Wheels.

In 2021, Braddick joined Mission Arts Mission Beach Community Arts Centre and is the Management Committee Secretary.

Braddick also facilitated the Lions Children’s Vision Screening Program throughout the local region and western parts of Queensland.

From 37 Australia Day Award nominations, over twenty Cassowary Coast residents across twelve categories received awards.

Young Citizen of the Year Stella Berge

held roles as Junior School Captain at Tully State High School in 2021. She received the Tully High School Junior Citizen of the Year and a Year 9 Academic Merit Award.

As well as playing netball and touch football player, Berge volunteers as an umpire for junior/senior netball and junior/senior touch football games.

Berge is a Mission Beach Life Saving Club member and, in 2021, volunteered at the Tully Debutante Ball.

Mayor Mark Nolan said it was an honour to present awards to outstanding Cassowary Coast residents at the Australia Day ceremony.

“It was a wonderful opportunity to acknowledge the commitment and achievements of outstanding individuals who have volunteered their time, skills and passion for making generous and powerful contributions to the community and inspired others to be the best they can be in their pursuit of excellence.”

The Australia Day awards followed a naturalisation ceremony to welcome 13 new Australian citizens in the Cassowary Coast region.

Award recipients: • Citizen of the Year: Irene Braddick • Young Citizen of the Year: Stella Berge • Lifetime Contribution Award: John Casale (touch football/soccer/surf lifesaving) • Lifetime Contribution Award: Kathy Martin (Innisfail & District Tennis Association for 34 years) • Lifetime Contribution Award: David Jones (Etty Bay Surf Life Saving Club volunteer for 35 years) • Lifetime Contribution Award: Wanda Lowe (volunteer in Mission Beach community groups) • Lifetime Contribution Award: Thea Ormonde

Federal Member for Kennedy Bob Katter with Citizen of the Year Irene Braddick.

(volunteer/organiser of events in Cardwell) • Community Event of the Year: Tropical Art Deco Festival 2021 (five-day event organised by Innisfail & District Historical Society which attracted over 2,000 people to Innisfail) • Sportsperson of the Year: Brooke Tongalea (rugby league) • Young Sports Person Award: Hannah Dryden (netball/touch football) • Service to Sport: Amber Overton (soccer/rowing) • Service to Sport: Shawn Dineen (Kurrimine Beach Fishing Club) • Service to Sport: Brian McElhinney (Etty Bay Surf Life Saving Club) • Cultural Award: Laurie Trott (arts and tourism) • Sustainable Environment Award: Sharon and Steve McGuinness (Mission Beach Wildcare volunteers) • Young Cultural Award: Eliza Cook (arts/music) • Achievement Award: Lorraine Wheeler (volunteer at Mission Beach State School) • Achievement Award: Jane Henley and Lidia Mackay (El Arish State School 100 - ‘All Roads Lead Home’ photographic exhibition) • Excellence and Innovation Award: Maria Girgenti (arts and media industry)

Young Citizen of the Year Stella Berge with CCRC Deputy Mayor Barry Barnes.

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Having a conversation

SARI RUSSO

IT is essential to have conversations with everyone impacted before making a significant change.

The yearly ‘Australia Day’ Vs ‘Invasion Day’ needs to be discussed by the right groups, choosing the right strategy as the best step forward.

As a date, there is a blend of positive and negative things that happened on this day: 1.

There is currently in contention as to whether it is the day Lt Captain Cook, RN, raised the flag in Botany Bay that claimed the land in the name of King George III in 1788, 1,2. Or was it April 29, 1770 3? (On August 22, 1770, the First Union Flag was raised on Possession Island by Lt James Cook, RN.) 2.

It is the day when the first sanctioned marriage between an Indigenous and a convict also happened in 1824, 4.

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It was the day that the Nationality and Citizenship Act was enacted in 1948, 5, where both Indigenous and British citizens could call themselves Australians. (It was harder for Immigrants from other cultures to be naturalised, so amendments were made in 1950).

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It was the day that the tent embassy was established in 1972, 6.

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It was the day that the first Invasion Day protests started in 1938, 7.

A wonderful Indigenous lady I spoke to recently, who works on Palm Island, informed me that she cannot see any positive impact to reduce the gap on the Island using the current strategies.

She would like to see more practical strategies where young people are encouraged to work alongside each other. She reminded me ‘sorry was said ages ago’ and shared with me how nothing she has witnessed encourages her community to take more responsibility for themselves, improve their health, and look more seriously at their work prospects.

An elder I have spoken to sees the grandchildren of men/women who were persecuted culturally playing with the grandchildren of the people by whom they were persecuted. As an elder in their community, they do not want these kids to stop playing with each other and believes that if they share these stories today, it will only serve to cause a divide. They see the need to share them in the future, but not today.

Approximately 20% of Australians have convict ancestry, 8. From Australians whose ancestors were on the convict side, sentiments rise that this protest is being inflicted on the wrong people, and their ancestors would protest and say, ‘They didn’t choose to come here. They stole a loaf of bread because they couldn’t feed themselves,’ 9.

There is also 29.8% of Australians whose ancestors were foreign-born, 10.

In 2017 the guardian informed that just 51% are descendants from the people born in Australia for three generations or more across the entire Australian population, 11.

The current Indigenous population is around 3.3%, 12.

So, who are we, and where do we go next?

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Letters to the editor

Tully & District Chamber of Commerce will hold a second AGM on February 2

THE committee positions were not filled at the previous AGM held in November 2021.

The Chamber currently has an Acting President & Acting Secretary and an elected Treasurer. We also have two people willing to accept the Event Coordinator position.

It may seem that the Chamber is not needed. Let me assure you Tully needs a Chamber of Commerce. Apart from liaising with the CCRC and other Government bodies, inviting guest speakers to speak on relevant topics, working together with other organisations in the district such as the Tully Support Centre, 4854 Looking Forward Community Group & Tully Rotary & Lions Clubs, the Chamber also organises and provides Insurance Cover for the Christmas Street Celebrations, Tully’s own version of Halloween “Tullyween”.

Before Covid-19, we hosted the much loved ‘Read to me Day” Event. When Tully hosted the World Rafting Championships, the Tully Chamber played a massive role in the preparations, plus organised a fantastic Opening Street Parade. Tully Chamber also organises the Tully Street Markets twice a month, from February to December.

With Tully’s 100-year Centenary Celebrations approaching in 2024, the Chamber is working with other organisations to prepare for this great milestone in our district.

Tully Support Centre News with

Shane Greenwood

54 Bryant Street, Tully - 4068 1004

THE Tully Support Centre’s (TSC) Parent’s group Explore, Develop, Grow (EDG) meets Wednesday’s from 9:30 am – 11:00 am in the TSC Community Development Room. EDG is a weekly group providing a social connection for all people in caring roles within our community. It links them with information and services through regular topics and a participant-driven approach to information provision.

In addition to the return of face-to-face groups, we have a closed group on the TSC Facebook page (By invitation only to allow parents to discuss issues affecting them). TSC email packs and information to participants and allow families to engage in the program who are unable to or concerned about attending in person to stay connected.

The TSC provides free morning tea, snacks, tea, and coffee for our face-to-face groups. There are also toys, art crafts available, and regular activities based on group feedback.

Friday, January 28, 2022 The Tully Chamber of Commerce is not only functioning for the CBD area. It is there for the benefit of every business in the district; if you are a Farmer, Builder, Plumber, Accountant, Doctor, Mechanic, Supermarket, Hotel or any other company, you need the Chamber of Commerce, and it requires you. In the past, when there was a threat of importation of Bananas, the Chamber held a concert and raised $20,000 to help the farmers.

When the disease Panama TR4 was detected in the Tully Valley, the Chamber held a thriving information meeting for the farmers & general public. This is just a small example of what the Chamber can & does do.

Mareeba Chamber is an excellent example of this diversity of members in a Chamber of Commerce.

They have many different businesses represented and are a very active and successful Chamber.

A district is like any other organisation. Every cog in the chain is essential, and not one cog is more important than the other, as, without one, there is no other.

Without an active, viable community, the Farmers, Doctors, Hospitals, Schools etc., will not attract employees to work their relevant business. Without these businesses, there is no work for the Community.

We all need to work on building our Community.

The most common reason for not joining the Chamber is “I am Busy” realistically, we are all busy.

It does come down to how much we appreciate our Community and what we are prepared to put into the Community; if that is nothing, we have no one else to blame when we have no community.

I am being very blunt in this letter, but honest, this is the truth of the matter. If you want a Chamber of Commerce, you need to put your hand up to help somehow, be an active member, take on a committee position, help a committee member with their work.

The Tully Chamber of Commerce is Financially viable. If the Chamber were to close, that money would need to be gifted to another like-minded organisation.

Is this what we want????

Christine Boric President Tully & District Chamber of Commerce

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.

Over the past 12 months, EDG activities have included: Indoor activities, including playdough, reading, memory match, blocks, colour-ins, shapes and numbers, toys, Healthy cooking and parenting workshops; and outdoor activities including playground, chalk, bubbles, water play, games and painting.

The goal of EDG is to provide planned and purposeful activities that encourage child-centred engagement, role modelling appropriate parent/child interaction, supporting parents to set boundaries, and supporting child cognitive development.

If you would like more information about EDG, please contact Maxine on 4068 1004 or come on Wednesday from 9:30 am – 11:00 am.

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.”

When our lets talk section of the Website is complete we will add the reference numbered in articles that we observe our coummunity have a variety of opinions on.

We apologise that the website discussion/Poll section of the website is still under construction.

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Innisfail Horse and Pony Club 61st anniversary celebrations MARIA GIRGENTI INNISFAIL Horse and Pony Club celebrated its 61st anniversary in late 2021 with a special gathering and dinner at Innisfail RSL. Club life members Rhonda Mayocchi, Tom Mauloni were in attendance, and Scott and Diann Petersen, with Scott, the great-grandson of the Club's founder Archie Gordon.

Currently, the Club's executive

committee is Danielle Cini (President), Julianne Madsen (Secretary), Julie Sain (Vice President), Carmel Cavallaro (Canteen) and Teresa Russo (Grants Officer).

Long-time members include Julianne Madsen (40 years), the McDermid's (since 1963), Stacey Locastro (30 years), Julianne Madsen, Bobbie-Lee Philp, Rhonda Mayocchi, Tom Mauloni and Mo Crowley (10 years).

The Club received a certificate

Former and current members attended Innisfail Horse and Pony Club's 61st-anniversary celebration at Innisfail RSL.

in recognition of its outstanding commitment to the community from Federal Member for Kennedy Bob Katter MP. The idea for the Pony Club first began when a keen rider named Archie Gordon, one of the Club's life members, first began giving horse rides to locals under the shade of enormous rain trees at Innisfail Showgrounds in 1958.

He felt it was essential to encourage and provide local youth with learning opportunities to become skilled riders.

Gordon also identified the need for a safe and professional location, so he acquired the land behind the racetrack from Council, which was scrub. Clearing the ground took place with help from volunteer parents and community members, and it was ready for use in 1960.

The first clubhouse was an iron building transported over from the Show Society to the current grounds. Initially, a church group used the facility for serving food at the local show.

In 1987, a new masonry block building (the current canteen) was named in Gordon's honour.

Through the help of grants, fundraising, community support and donations, along with the tireless efforts of past members and current members, Innisfail Horse and Pony Club has

Innisfail Dramatic Arts puts call out for budding young actors STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARIA GIRGENTI INNISFAIL Dramatic Arts end 2021 on a high with two polished performances of 'Beauty and the Beast' at the Con Theatre, which attracted sell-out audiences on both nights.

This famous story was adapted by playwright Kathryn Schultz Miller and Art-Reach, directed by Erika Swiney with assistance from Angela Leutton.

The audience's children and parents relived the heart-warming story through the 24 cast members from local primary and high schools ranging in ages from Prep to high school.

The talented young cast displayed great versatility, with nine playing two roles throughout the play.

Rockman's Innisfail Manager Trude Choyce, Erika Swiney and Angela Leutton designed, purchased and

Cast members in a scene during Innisfail Dramatic Arts production of 'Beauty and the Beast' in 2021.

donated the stunning stage props, costumes and sets.

Director Erika Swiney said she was thrilled with the positive response received by the audience and how the acting talents of the children shone on stage.

"It has been a hectic and productive year, but it's been amazing and rewarding to see just how much the young cast has gained in confidence and developed both on and off stage."

"A special mention to the cast, parents who helped behind the scenes to bring the production together, backstage helpers, stagehands, sound/lighting crew,

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Innisfail Horse and Pony Club members Carmel Cavallaro, Danielle Cini and Julianne Madsen cut the special cake. achieved significant accomplishments by way of equipment, buildings and facilities, as well as producing quality riders of all levels.

Innisfail Horse and Pony Club are collecting recyclable cans and bottles as a fundraiser. Anyone wanting to donate their items can contact Carmel Cavallaro on 0427 966 945.

The Club is holding its AGM on Monday, February 7 at 6.30 pm at the clubhouse, Wattle Street, Goondi Hill, and new members are welcome to attend.

audiences and all the people in the community who assisted in any way," said Swiney.

Swiney is excited to announce Innisfail Dramatic Arts production in 2022 will be the Christmas tale of 'The Grinch' with performances in November.

Anyone aged between six and 16 interested in being part of the cast can contact Erika on 0434 149 568; via email: kme3781@dodo.com.au or check out Innisfail Dramatic Arts Facebook page for enrolment details.

Innisfail Dramatic Arts is also offering 'Magical Beast and the Magical Suitcase' on a smaller scale for children in the older age group from 12 to 16 years.

Sign on days will take place on Monday, January 31 and Thursday, February 3, from 3.30 pm - 4.30 pm, with classes due to commence on February 7, at Con Theatre, Innisfail, from 3.30 pm to 5.00 pm.

The entire cast of 'Beauty and the Beast' take the stage at the end of their performance in 2021.

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MARIA GIRGENTI CENTACARE FNQ and the inaugural Innisfail School Savy program have received a financial boost as a $500 CommBank Community Donation recipient.

The program also received an injection of $10,000, as Centacare FNQ received a CommBank Staff Foundation, Community Grant.

CommBank Innisfail branch and employees nominated the organisation to recognise the Innisfail School Savy initiative launched in August 2021.

Since 1917, CommBank employees have supported Australian youth through their workplace giving program and community grants.

Primary and secondary schools in the Cassowary Coast region jumped on board by hosting School Savy bins and registering as drop-off points for donation items.

School Savvy, an initiative of Centacare FNQ, provides easy access to school uniforms and school supplies for families struggling financially before the start of the school year.

The first-ever School Savvy Appeal launch took place in 2016 as part of Anti-Poverty Week.

The community responded well with donations of pre-loved stationery items and school uniforms for a pop-up shop in early January 2017.

Families on a low income may find the start of each

new school year a costly and stressful time.

Estimates indicate poverty affects over 17% of children in Australia, with more than 30% of adults recognised as being in poverty, relying on wages as their primary income.

It is incredibly challenging for families to buy new school uniforms for one, two, three or more children and textbooks and school supplies, especially just after Christmas.

Last November, Pacific Toyota Cairns, longtime supporters of Centacare’s School Savy FNQ program, provided a new Toyota Hiace van to enable volunteers to transport donations from contributors in the community.

In 2021, Centacare FNQ’s School Savy initiative supported 1,202 children from 591 families to get back to school, with uniforms, basic school supplies needed to start the new school year, as well as 124 haircuts.

School Savvy could not run without the support of local organisations, including significant partner, St Vincent de Paul Society. They provide a range of invaluable services and assistance.

“On a local level, we’re proud to have our nomination approved and thrilled to be able to support this fantastic new School Savy Innisfail initiative.

After it was delayed by two weeks due to the emerging health concerns of COVID-19, Innisfail’s firstever School Savy Pop-Up Shop will run on Wednesday,

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Kitchen: B Carne, L&K Elliott, J Hutcheson, V Hebbard, M Spina Driver/Delivery: S Murdoch & P Murdoch, D Marbelli & E Mcveigh, P Robino & R Radel

Kitchen:- B Carne, L&K Elliott, J Hutcheson, L Castles Driver/Delivery: L Castles & R Guazzo, E Huddy & R Swarbrick, T Contarino & J Schifilliti

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Friday 18

Kitchen: B Carne, L&K Elliott, R Marshall, J Hutcheson, M Cominardi, Driver/Delivery: C Carey & R Radel, A Lynch & M Moore, M & H Matthews, W Ashley

Kitchen: B Carne, L&K Elliott, R Marshall, J Hutcheson Driver/Deliver: L Sartor & P Robino, D Girgenti & Z Kannakis, Hsc, W Ashley

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Monday 21

Kitchen: R Phillips, B Carne, L&K Elliott, R Marshall, J Hutcheson, S Kemp Driver/Delivery: J Stokes, V Cutting & M Bandiera, L La Spina & P Robino, D Hatfield

Kitchen: R Phillips, B Carne, L&K Elliott, R Marshall, J Hutcheson, S Kemp Driver/Delivery: R & S Vandkerkerwyk, A Lynch & M Moore, V Cutting & M Bandiera, S Rutherford & J Hardwick, D Hatfield

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Wednesday 23

Kitchen: B Carne, L&K Elliott, J Hutcheson, M Girgenti Driver/Delivery: L Sartor & C Bain, Rotary, C Mcleod & R Radel

Kitchen:- B Carne, L&K Elliott, J Hutcheson, D Hatfield Driver/Delivery: Rotary, E Huddy & R Swarbrick, P Robino & R Radel

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Friday 25

Kitchen: B Carne, L&K Elliott, R Marshall, J Hutcheson Driver/Delivery: P Robino & R Radel, F & J Boon, J Armstrong & Y Oakes, W Ashley

Kitchen: B Carne, L&K Elliott, R Marshall, J Hutcheson, M Cominardi Driver/Delivery: Keita Services, C Carey & C Bishop, R Radel & P Robino, J Armstrong & Y Oakes, W Ashley

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Monday 28

Kitchen: R Phillips, B Carne, L&K Elliott, R Marshall, J Hutcheson, S Kemp Driver/Delivery: J Henderson, E & S Lenti, I Merritt & C Carey, P Robino & R Radel, D Hatfield

Kitchen: R Phillips, B Carne, L&K Elliott, R Marshall, J Hutcheson, B Craissel Driver/Delivery: R Leach, R Phillips & L Mcgrath, B Molachina & A Kemp, G & G Cockrell, D Hatfield

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Innisfail CommBank manager Kirsty Magill (left) presented a $500 CommBank Community Donation to Danielle Fischer from Centacare FNQ/School Savy Project Coordinator.

February 2 and Thursday, February 3 between 10.00 am - 2.00 pm at the Shire Hall.

On offer will be free haircuts, second-hand uniforms and school items for a gold coin donation, including pencil cases for primary and secondary students, dictionaries, exercise books, notebooks, lunch boxes, backpacks, as well as scientific calculators for secondary students.

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Jan Pease Marilyn Weigand

Jan Pease Carol Carstensen Marilyn Weigand

Carol Carstensen Dina and Lou Campagnolo Lyn & Neil Reardon

Friday 4 Marilyn Weigand Carol Carstensen Anita Stapley Kate Henry Pam Cridland Gordan Williams Avis Ray

Monday 7 Chrissy Argyros Carol Carstensen Marilyn Weigand

Janette Evans Josie Pease Trish Lardi Loui Crema

Friday 18 Marilyn Weigand Carol Carstensen Trish Lardi Mary Bacic Pam Cridland Marilyn Weigand Viena Morris

Monday 21 Marilyn Weigand Carol Carstensen Chrissy Argyros Mary McDonald Karen Edwards

Terry Ryan Bruno Barra Ken Blair Judy Hood

Roy Favier Sam Pappalardo

Wednesday 9

Jan Pease Carol Carstensen

Jan Pease Carol Carstensen Marilyn Weigand Jill Mackay Debbie Pennisi Chris & Kath Littlemore

Friday 11 Carol Carstensen Marilyn Weigand Sue Robson

Wednesday 23 Marilyn Weigand Anne Pacey Loraine Cargnello Joan Mercer Bob Wellington

Friday 25 Marilyn Weigand Carol Carstensen Anita Stapley Leslee Marker Julie Jordan

Marilyn Weigand Renata Viero

Leonie Barra Donuta Mullaly

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Monday 28

Chrissy Argyros Carol Carstensen Marilyn Weigand

Chrissy Argyros Carol Carstensen Marilyn Weigand

Veronica Lizzio Lyn Miller

Lisa LaSpina Margaret Schafer

Chris & Peter Mclean

Sue Robson Carol Carstensen

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Update on Innisfail sinkhole CASSOWARY Coast Regional Council engineers attended the site last Wednesday to determine the cause of the sinkhole under the McGowan Drive Carpark (corner of McGowan Drive and Owen Street).

Council has identified the failure is due to a pile of the carpark driven through an old stormwater culvert at the time of the carpark's construction. This stormwater is not on Council's asset register or any plans.

Since the carpark installation, the material has eroded due to a piping failure; however, this was not identifiable until the loss made its way to the surface.

The culvert sits in a layer of weak marine mud, and there would be a significant risk should rain occur and fill the excavation.

Council is currently undertaking emergency repairs to encase the culvert and backfill the hole to reduce the impact of forecast wet weather.

A CCTV inspection of the culvert took place last Friday by a local contractor and further investigations to understand more about the condition of the culvert.

The completion of these investigations and assessments will take some weeks.

An initial assessment of the carpark structure suggests minimal impact due to the sinkhole.

Confirmation of this will take place once a more detailed inspection has occurred.

Council will continue to provide updates via their Facebook page as they occur.

Don't hesitate to get in touch with the Council on 1300 763 903 or via email at enquiries@ccrc.qld.gov. au for further information.

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SCHOOL 10 | New well-being program making a positive difference at local primary schools Wet Tropic Times

MARIA GIRGENTI IN 2021, Gavin Cooper and Luke Wilson from the North Queensland Cowboys visited Innisfail to assist primary schools in the Cassowary Coast region in implementing an Australian well-being agenda, The Resilience Project (TRP).

Students, teachers and families from South Johnstone, Silkwood, Innisfail East, Flying Fish Point and Mundoo State Schools enthusiastically jumped on board.

The presentation, specifically targeted to each group, ensured everyone could work collaboratively towards teaching resilience.

Cooper, a former NRL and Queensland Maroons player, also delivered an engaging presentation for all school families in the region at Mundoo State School.

This presentation incorporated Gavin’s personal stories of overcoming adversity and the use of gratitude, empathy (kindness) and mindfulness (GEM) which helped him to build resilience.

TRP delivers emotionally engaging programs to schools, providing practical, evidence-based mental health strategies to build resilience and happiness.

These strategies are delivered to students through presentations, school curriculum, events, the TRP App and Well-Being Journals.

The program also incorporates Emotional Literacy, Connection and Physical Health education and activities as they are the foundational contributors to positive mental health.

TRP recognises that humans are inherently negative and will usually default to stating a problem rather than examining solutions and possibilities.

Statistics reveal 1 in 4 adolescents have a mental illness; 1 in 7 primary school children have a mental illness; 1 in 5 adults will experience mental ill-health throughout the year, whilst 65% of adolescents do not seek help for mental illness.

Silkwood State School Principal Chris Cattarossi said he believed TRP had positively affected the staff

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and students, with everyone focusing on ‘flipping’ conversations to be more positive.

“At school, we are now more able to discuss what we are grateful for, without worrying about what we do not have (Gratitude); recognise other people’s feelings and practice kindness (Empathy), as well as try to be calm, relaxed, focused and in the moment during a time of stress and distraction (Mindfulness).”

“These are the three pillars that support TRP. Both classes schedule a new lesson every Monday that examines and practices these concepts.”

“After using TRP at school, I am finding this way of

thinking is starting to enrich my personal life.”

“When I get home, instead of asking my wife, “How was your day?” and inviting a lengthy list of what went wrong, I now start by saying, “What went well for you today?” or “What was the best part of your day?”

“This provides a wonderful opportunity for positive interaction, and we start our evening off in a far more constructive manner.”

All schools are grateful to the Queensland Government for funding this great initiative.

Gavin Cooper and Luke Wilson with South Johnstone State School students and staff.

Silkwood State School students and Gavin Cooper participate in a skipping activity.

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IN MEMORIUM

GENERAL NOTICES

In loving memory of

Cassowary Coast Line Dancers Class

Nellie Elizabeth Cooper (Nee Jones) 02-08-1941 - 30-01-2020

LINE DANCING CLASSES NON PROFIT ORGANISATIONS will return on 2nd

April 2022 at the Tully Senior Citizen Hall

 Wednesdays, 9am – 11am  Thursdays, 6.30pm – 8.30pm ALL WELCOME – Very relaxing and great exercise All proceeds go to charity

For more information: Veronica 0418 189 606 | Lyn 0147 646 808 P.S. Don’t forget your mask

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TULLY SUGAR LIMITED Bookkeeper – Cane Payments

TULLY SUGAR LIMITED is one of the most successful producers of raw sugar in Far North Australia. As well as deriving revenue from manufacturing of raw sugar for the export market, the Mill also produces molasses and exports electricity as by-products. The company also owns and operates cane farms and has commercial and residential properties in Tully, Queensland. The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of COFCO Sugar (Hong Kong) Limited, based in Hong Kong, of which the ultimate parent is COFCO Corporation, a China-based grain, oils and food products producer.

The Role The Bookkeeper role is challenging as you assume responsibility for the administration and processing of cane payments, providing assistance with our local grower enquiries, administration support and any other functions as required. You will be reporting to the Chief Financial Officer and supporting the Senior Financial Accountant on a daily basis as part of the Finance Team.

Qualifications & Experience The successful applicant will need at least five years of experience in all aspects of bookkeeping. An accounting qualification and/or SAP experience would also be highly regarded but not essential.

The successful applicant must be able to: • • • •

Demonstrate time management skills.

Demonstrate working in a confidential environment.

Be computer literate to a high level within the MS Office suite.

Communicate at a high level verbally and electronically.

You will be a customer service extraordinaire with a team player focus, have exceptional communication skills whilst dealing with customers and the Finance Team. Exercise sound business judgement with all aspects of managing the cane payments and seek broad input from your Supervisor when making decisions.

Work co-operatively with peers and management and possess a solid work ethic.

Safe Work Environment Safety is a fundamental part of Tully Sugar Limited’s work program, thus adherence to the Company’s safety principles and procedures is expected.

Applicants must be willing to participate in the Company’s Fitness for Duty Program, which includes drug and alcohol testing prior to employment.

This is a full time permanent opportunity with an attractive remuneration package.

Initial phone enquiries can be made by contacting Senior Financial Accountant – Julienne Devereaux on (07) 40 68 4771.

Applications will close on Monday 7 February 2022 and should include a cover letter and resume addressed to the Training and Recruitment Coordinator submitted via email to abarrie@tsl.com.au Only applicants who are eligible to work and live in Australia will be considered.

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Church times across the region AOG / ACC / Churhes Of Christ

Tully Family Church, 9am, Sun, 2 Watkins St, Tully Cardwell AOG, 9:30am Sun, Shire Hall, Cardwell Mission Beach Family Church, 6pm, Sun, Unit 3, 2-4 Stephens Street, Mission Beach

Life Church, 10am, Sun, 28-32 Townsville Road, Ingham Youth Times are from 6:30pm-8:30pm Churches of Christ Care Rockingham Home Aged Care Service, 9am Fri, 3rd Fri of month, 40 Jamieson St, Cardwell

Baptist Churches

Cardwell Baptist Church,

Baptist Family Centre Innisfail,

11am, Sun, Bruce Highway, Cardwell

9:30am, Sun, 12 Tierney St, Innisfail Estate

Sugar Reef Baptist Church,

6:30pm, Sun, Ladies Church Tully Baptist Church, 10am, Sun, 6 Plumb Street, Tully

9:30am, S, “The Knightclub” 38 Herbert St, Ingham Baptist Independent, 11am, Sun, 77 Halifax Rd, Ingham

Non-denominational Empower Church Innisfail, 10am, Sun, 191-193 Mourilyan Rd, South Innisfail

Uniting Churches Cassowary Coast Uniting Churchs: Innisfail,

10.30am, Sun, 8 Scullen Ave, Mighell, Innisfail Mission Beach, 8am, Sun, 2224 Tully-Mission Beach Rd, Mission Beach,

Tully Tongan Uniting, 5pm, Sun, 6a Mcquillan st, Tully, Ingham District Uniting Churches: Ingham, 10am, Sun 16 Herbert St, Ingham

Kurrimine Beach, 3pm, 1st Sun of month, Kurrimine Beach Chapel (beside the motel), 5/9 Hawthorne Dr, Kurrimine Beach,

Halifax, 8am, Sun 12 Anderssen St, Halifax Blue Haven Lodge, Ingham, 11am (2nd & 4th Tues)

Seventh Day Adventist

Tully Seventh Day Adventist Church, Sat 9:30am Sabbath School, Sat 11am, 1 Edward St, Tully Ingham Seventh Day Adventist Church, Sat 9.30am - Bible Study; Sat 11.00 am - Main Service, 8 Stallan St, Ingham

Seventh Day Adventist Innisfail, 10:30am, Sat ,Bible Study, 11am, Sat, 114 Lawrence Road, Bamboo Creek

Lutheran

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

Anglican Churches

St John Anglican Church,

St Albans Anglican Church, 9am, Sun, 83 Rankin Street, Innisfail St John Anglican Church, 5pm, Sat, 2 Black Street, Tully John Oliver Feetham Pioneer Memorial 9am, Sun, 45 Bruce Highway, Cardwell

3pm, 3rd Sun of month, Motel Chapel, Kurrimine Beach

Catholic Diocese

St. Clare of Montefalco Church, Tully

St Rita’s Babinda, 7am, Sun, 15 Church St, Babinda Mother of Good Counsel, 6:30pm Sat Vigil, 9am, Sun, 90 Rankin St, Innisfail Our Lady of Fatima Church, El Arish Christmas Day - 10am St. John the Evangelist Church, Silkwood Christmas Eve - Vigil 6pm St Rita’s South Johnstone, 7am, 1st, 3rd & 5th/month, 5 Green Street, South Johnstone Christ the King, 7am, 2nd & 4th/month, 10 Harbour Road, Mourilyan Holy Spirit Church, Mission Beach Christmas Day - 7am

Holy Trinity (Ingham), 6pm Sat, 9:30am, Sun, 37 McIlwraith Street,Ingham All Souls, 7:30am, Sun, 10 Four Mile Road, Victoria Estate

Christmas Eve - Vigil 6pm Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, Cardwell Christmas Day - 9.30am Ingham Region Catholic Parishes: St Patrick’s, 8:30am, Sunday, 18 Abbott Street, Ingham St Peter’s, 7am, Sunday, 10 Scott Street, Halifax, Canossa Chapel, 10am, Sunday, St Teresa’s College / 3819 Abergowrie Rd St Teresa’s, Trebonne, 10am

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Dangerous Feluga Bruce Highway intersection upgrade underway KENNEDY MP, Bob Katter, says despite two years of fighting with the Cairns Transport and Main Roads Department (TMR) and the Qld Transport Minister, the dangerous Bruce Highway intersection at Feluga is finally being rebuilt with heavy machinery on the ground.

The $8.4 million intersection upgrade project is jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments and is due to be completed late this year.

The roadworks will include the installation of a staggered T intersection which are used as a safer alternative to four-way unsignalised intersections (see map attached).[1]

“It’s a disgrace that it took the locals of Feluga this long to get an outcome,” Mr Katter said.

“I have never seen a more dangerous intersection.

You’ve got a blind s-bend onto the main north- south highway of Australia, and you’ve got an s-bend on the other side. To compound things, you have a cane tramway, a bridge and a railway line all in the vicinity.

“There have been too many tragedies here and far too many lives lost.

“But we’ve now seen a result thanks to the locals and the fabulous hard work of the Member for Hill, Shane Knuth, and our local Councillors. You won in the end.”

Air-conditioning installed at El Arish RSL Memorial Hall MARIA GIRGENTI THE EL Arish RSL Memorial Hall at Chauvel Street is now an air-conditioned venue after completing the Stage 1 project, courtesy of a Queensland Gambling Community Benefit Fund grant for $33,000.

Les Carman Cooling Solutions of El Arish contracted the project, along with Sedgman Electrical Pty Ltd of Mission Beach.

The installed air conditioners are coinoperated at $2 per half hour and already have proved to be a smash hit with hall hirers.

Before Christmas, the El Arish Hall Committee received advice on a successful Stage 2 grant of $9,950 for the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal project.

The committee is thrilled to receive this news. It means they can continue to care for the iconic community asset into the future, especially with the Hall’s 100th birthday celebration in 2030.

Since 1930, the Hall has been the hub of the El Arish community. This air conditioning means patrons can be comfortable and enjoy the venue all year round.

Over the past 92 years, many love stories started at the venue and weddings celebrated.

The popular 250-seat venue has a large dance floor, curtained stage, bar, cold room, full stainless-steel kitchen, air-conditioning, as well as undercover front and rear entries.

Adjacent to the Hall is the Council’s

End Vaccine Mandates

MEMBER for Hill Shane Knuth is calling on the State Government to end amenities block, each with two male and mandates and follow the lead of UK Prime Minister Boris Johnston, who has female toilets.

Members of the public and community announced the end of face masks and groups use the Hall for tea and toast on vaccine passports.

With double vaccination rates ANZAC Day, cent sales, tai chi classes, reaching 90 per cent, it is time to end theatre productions, concerts, dances, the mandates and for life to go back to exhibitions, meetings, trivia, weddings/ normal. birthday/anniversary celebrations, funerals and car boot sales.

Anyone interested in hiring the Hall for public and private functions, or to arrange an inspection, please call Lorna Williams on 0427 642 346, email ianlorna@bigpond.com, or visit El Arish Hall and Museum Facebook page for further information.

Mr Knuth said enough was enough.

to backpedal on their decision that essential workers, who are considered a close contact, can return to work without isolating, provided that they have a negative RAT test.”

“There are many other countries that are effectively dealing with COVID without enforcing mandates onto their people, and English Prime Minister Boris Johnston has successfully taken these steps.”

“For months, the State Government has been contradicting themselves and shifting the goalposts,” he said.

“They told Queenslanders they would be safe if fully vaccinated with two doses, and now they are using scare tactics that COVID is hunting down the unboosted and recently projected a fourth shot which could be available by the end of the year.

“We need to stop these forced vaccinations and vaccine passports and return to life as normal.”

Mr Knuth said these mandates have affected communities, families, and businesses.

“This is now a human rights issue, and it is getting to the point that it is creating a severe worker shortage in hospitals, aged care and disability sector, and it is also affecting patients who have a right to a certain level of care.

Les Carman from Les Carman Cooling Solutions of El Arish installed the air conditioning at the EL Arish RSL Memorial Hall.

“Our health workers are overworked; our restaurants and cafes can’t find staff, our education sector is in limbo, and those who need support are going without.

“It is also affecting our supply chains with many supermarkets out of stock which has forced the Government

Member for Hill Shane Knuth is speaking at a rally.

Friday, January 28, 2022

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Put Your Support Where Your Fork Is, Premier: KAP THIS year, Katter's Australian Party is looking forward to strong support from the Palaszczuk Labor Government towards its pro-Australian seafood labelling bill. The bill is designed to increase consumer awareness, support Australian industries, and create more local jobs.

"Let's put our commercial fishers and aquaculture farmers at the very top of our Christmas' nice list' and stock up on the very best.

KAP Leader and Traeger MP Robbie Katter's Food (Labelling of Seafood) Amendment Bill 2021, which is currently open for community consultation, would introduce mandatory country of origin labelling (CoOL) for all seafood sold in the hospitality sector.

Mr Katter said while the platitudes were lovely, the local seafood sector needed more than a media release.

This would bring hospitality in line with retail, which is already required by Federal law to label seafood products with their origins at the point of purchase.

Mr Katter said fresh and delicious local seafood had been at the top of most Queenslanders wish lists during the recent festive season. He urged people to put in writing their love of Aussie produce and submit their support of his bill by February 9.

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"At your local fish supplier, make sure you ask for Queensland seafood."

He said Australia was a net importer of seafood, with up to 60 per cent of what's consumed annually being caught or farmed overseas, where quality, environmental, and sustainability standards often differ significantly from Australia's 'gold standard.'

"People can't make a conscious choice to buy Australian, or Queensland, seafood if they are not easily able to find out the origins of what's on a menu," he said.

He said he was expecting strong support for his legislation when it is debated from the Premier, and Minister for Fisheries Mark Furner, who recently threw their weight behind the local seafood industry. [1]

"While the retail sector, like supermarkets and seafood stores, are already required to label their products with its origins, the law is silent when it comes to fish and chip shops, cafes, restaurants and takeaway outlets.

In a media release last month, Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk urged Queenslanders "to put plenty of local seafood on the menu" during the festive period, while Minister Furner said it was essential to buy Queensland caught and farmed seafood.

"This doesn't make sense, and we want to see this gaping hole in the industry closed – it will cost the State, hospitality businesses and consumers next-tonothing but will certainly have positive flow-on effects that will be felt for years to come."

"You'll be enjoying world-class produce, local businesses will profit, and our hard-working professional fishers can continue to support their families," Mr Furner said in the Government's statement.

Submissions to the KAP's seafood labelling bill can be sent to the State Development Regional Industries Committee by emailing sdric@parliament.qld.gov.au – submissions close at 5 pm, February 9, 2022.

Govt. assistance needed as Fall Armyworm spread continues FEDERAL Member for Kennedy, Bob Katter MP, has written to the State and Federal Governments requesting that the sprays used to exterminate the Fall Armyworm be subsidised. They cost farmers more than $600 per litre.

Mr Katter’s request comes following a new pest outbreak in Far North Queensland at the Basilisk Blooms tropical flower farm in Boogan, south of Innisfail and Cairns.

It’s believed to be the first time the Fall Armyworm has been detected infesting a flower farm.

Basilisk Blooms’ owner, Heidi Piccolo, said they found the Fall Armyworms this week after regular spraying. The senior entomologist identified them in Bowen.

“We’ve sprayed the plants with a number of insecticides, one called Success, and one called Entrust, and the Queensland Agriculture Department has recommended we use a spray called Fawligen that specifically targets Fall Armyworms. One spray targets the moths, and the other targets the actual worms in the soil and kills the larvae,” she said.

“It won’t get rid of them completely, but it will hold them at bay. The whole district needs to be working together. Even if we eradicate them, what’s to say a farmer around the corner won’t have them on their place, and then they’ll spread back onto ours. All farmers need to be aware so that we can stop the movement of the Fall Armyworm.

“I would welcome a government subsidy on the sprays as one of them costs $600-a-litre. It’s squeezing our profit margins. Other products we use have dramatically increased as well. Fertiliser is up to $700 a tonne, the poison we use is up to $100 a tonne, and airlines have put up their freight prices. We can’t keep putting the price of our flowers up; people won’t pay for them.”

Mr Katter said his request to the State and Federal

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Ministers for subsidies would only be a minuscule amount of money but would greatly assist in controlling the Fall Armyworm.

“There’ll be a hell of a lot of work to get rid of the damn things,” Mr Katter said.

“For a small amount of money, the State and Federal Governments can assist these farmers who’ve lost their ability to make a profit. These Fall Armyworms target maise, corn, sorghum, pawpaw, sugar cane, and flowers.

“If the Fall Armyworms continue to take out our farmers, then the Government will lose tax revenue.

So, we are asking for this subsidy for the good of the Australian people, not just the farmers.”

State Member for Hill, Shane Knuth MP, said he was pleased the Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF) was taking the issue seriously after contacting them.

Robbie Katter MP, pictured with Nick Dametto MP, is passionate about supporting the Aussie seafood industry. Photo credit - Scott RadfordChisholm The Explanatory Notes for the bill can be found at: https://documents.parliament.qld.gov.au/tableoffice/ tabledpapers/2021/5721T1817.pdf [1] https://statements.qld.gov.au/statements/93989 “DAF immediately sprang into action and are assisting the Piccolo’s with sample testing and on the best sprays to use,” he said.

“I support Bob Katter’s efforts to get the costly insecticides subsidised. The Army Worm is destroying crops, and we are seeing this right across the Tablelands, to the coast and the entire Hill Electorate.”

Fall Army Worms have been eating a Heliconia Variety of Psitticorums grown at Basilisk Blooms in Boogan. Photo Credit - Basilisk Blooms.

Bob with Dr Ian Newton, a senior entomologist with the Qld Department of Ag and Fisheries who conducted research on the Fall Armyworm

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Bowls News Babinda Bowls Club ON Saturday, we travelled to Edmonton for the Sam Renaudo Shield, then redirected to Marlin Coast under the roof!

We played Cairns and then Bros Edmonton., both teams a bit stronger than our team, with a few of our top players unavailable.

We enjoyed playing on the carpet and finally getting home at 8 pm, a little hungry by then!!

The carpet will definitely be installed this week!!

Come along for a roll-up and social bowls on Thursday, February 3.

Ingham Bowls Club GREAT to see the number of bowlers increasing for Barefoot Bowls on a Thursday night on January 20.

The lucky prize-winning team for the night were Vera Hatfield, Audrey Scott and Danny Chappell, losing to Mylanda Cole and Andrew Cole 10 - 17.

Mick Lund, Tom Newsam and John Lone defeated Jenni Lund, Roger Celotto and Bob Bell 13 - 9.

Kelli Carbone, Kelly Di Bella and John Piotto defeated Santo Carbone, Larissa Di Bella and Joey Di Bella 10 - 9.

Chris Johnson, Robyn Fascetti and Max Thompson defeated Anita Norton, Donna Gosney and Maria Moore 10 - 6.

The prize winners of the Men’s Friday afternoon

SPORT competition played on January 21 were Trevor Pallanza, Kevin Walker and Cliff Johnson, defeating Gary Brierley, Pat Ryan and Tony Koop 23 - 13.

John Eddleston and Terry George defeated Bob Bell and K Turney 22 - 12.

Joey Di Bella and Ian Muldowney defeated Stewart Scott and Stan Richards 24 - 20.

Twenty-four players contested the Mixed Social Bowls on Sunday, January 23.

The Prize-Winning team for the afternoon was Bev Eddleston, Luisa Di Bella and Len Mahon, defeating Max Thompson, Norma Evans and Cliff Johnson 37 10 (23 points to 6).

Grace Cockrell, Janese Craven and Ren Cantatore defeated Bob Bell, Elsa Piotto and Allen Torielli 21 - 19 (18 points to 9).

Judy Fenoglio, Dave Horsley and Andrew Cole defeated Maria Moore, Alf Di Bella, and Stan Richards 25 - 15 (18 points to 9).

Stewart Scott, John Eddleston and Tony Koop defeated Mylanda Cole, Joey Di Bella and John Piotto 23 - 19 (17 points to 10).

Because of Australia Day Celebrations, there will be no barefoot bowls on January 27.

Men’s Friday Afternoon Pairs will be played at 2:15 pm on January 28. Please have names in by 1:45 pm.

Kevin Walker on Pairs Roster.

Mixed Social Bowls will be played on Sunday, January 30, at 1:30 pm.

Call 47762117 before 12:30 pm to have your name put on the board.

Bar Roster...F Pallanza Social Selector... A Torielli

Friday, January 28, 2022

South Johnstone Bowls SOUTH Johnstone Bowls Club teams finished as runners up in the Sam Rinaudo Memorial Shield, which played out last weekend in its sixth year of competition.

Sectional games took place in Tully, Yungaburra, West Cairns and Edmonton last Saturday.

Atherton, Mossman, Mareeba, Yungaburra - section 1 teams West Cairns, Weipa, Marlin Coast and Edge Hill Section 2 teams Cairns, Edmonton, Gordonvale and Babinda Section 3 teams Innisfail, South Johnstone, Silkwood and Tully Section 4 teams Teams in the four sections played in pairs (15 ends or 2hr 20min time limit), triples (15 ends) and fours (16 ends), with the winners determined by total shots for and against margin over the three teams (pairs, triples and fours).

In the semi-finals, Edge Hill 67 defeated Mareeba 40, whilst South Johnstone 61 defeated Edmonton 51.

Last Sunday, Edge Hill faced South Johnstone in the final at Marlin Coast, and Edge Hill claimed the Shield with a 59 - 55 victory.

Edge Hill first won the Sam Rinaudo Shield in 2017, South Johnstone 2018, Marlin Coast 2019, Edge Hill 2020 and Innisfail 2021.

The Shield was named in honour of Sam Rinaudo.

Sam is fondly remembered in the lawn bowls fraternity as a real gentleman and great bowler with a long association with the Innisfail Bowls Club as a player, committee member, and administration.

He was also well known as a bus driver in the local region and for the bowls and recreational trips he did over the years.

South Johnstone Bowls Club teams, runners up in the Sam Rinaudo Memorial Shield. Photo:TFNQDBA

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Golf News Bowls News Ingham Golf Club INFORMATION for upcoming events is below:

Silkwood Bowls Club

On Sunday, a stroke event was attended by a great field of twenty-nine contestants. The winner was S Lane, with 71 nett, followed by runner-up Marty Smith, with 75 nett. Run-down prizes were won by Steve Hart and Sam Scuderi, both with 76 nett. Pin shots were taken by Jayden Swarbrick on No 5 and Steve Hart.

Saturday 22 The 2022 Sam Rinaudo Shield is always well presented by all clubs and is played in sections in Cairns, Tablelands & Cassowary Coast, with our Silkwood men's teams participating at Tully. The allaround top 4 teams from the combined divisions had a playoff on the Sunday. Unfortunately, Silkwood didn't reach the top 4 but enjoyed the day. Congratulations to the winners' Edge Hill Bowls Club and the Sth Johnstone Bowls Club runners-up.

Sunday 23 A game of pairs was played with Team Barry Green & Alan Hudson, who were defeated by Team Delmo Tarditi & Mirella Berryman. The score was a close 15 to 14.

Wednesday 19 Wednesday afternoon social bowls with a game of triples for Team Rex Williams, Len Charman & Tim Wallis defeated Team Delmo Tarditi, Tony Cates & Alan Hudson 13 to 8.

Team Denise & Anna Della Bella defeated Barry Green & Mirella Berryman in pairs. The score was 31 to 14.

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

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

Silkwood Bowls Club Inc. AGM & General Meeting February 13, 2022, at 10.30 am, is our AGM Meeting.

General Meeting will commence after the AGM. Covid Restrictions 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, and proof of vaccination will be needed to enter.

We also ask if you are not feeling well to please take care and stay at home.

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

For any further enquiries club contact ph.

0459211552, or you can follow us on our Facebook page.

Saturday will be a single Stableford and Sunday, the first Hinchinbrook Monthly Medal of the year.

Innisfail Ladies Bowls

Wednesday this week is Australia Day. A competition will be held accompanied by a sausage sizzle.

The first Men’s Monthly Medal event for 2022 will be held this Sunday, January 30.

Every Tuesday till the End of February, Geoff and Fred will be running a competition. Be at the club by 12:30 pm for a 1:00 pm 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 Summer also. Be at the club by 12:30 pm for a 1:00 pm hit off.

Results For the Last Week: On Tuesday, nine players created a competition won

by Mick Poggioli with 39 Stableford points, followed by runner-up Colin Noble with 34 points, winning on a countback from Fred Smith.

Thursday saw an even bigger field than last week, of twenty-one players for the fourteen-hole competition.

Damian Di Bella emerged as the winner with a nett of 55 1/2. Runner-up was Brian Scanlon with 60 ½ nett.

The run-down prizes were Henry Matthews, 61 nett, Mick Poggioli, 63 nett, Alan Cockburn 65 nett and Colin Noble 66 ½.

Saturday saw a Stableford being played again, with eleven competing. Alan Cockburn took honours with 34 points, followed by runner-up on a countback, Colin Noble, always around the winning circle. Ian Swarbrick won the pin shot on No 12.

Happy golfing…

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El Arish Golf THIS time of the year, the elements always affect playing conditions.

The ‘monsoon’ season, either stifling or raining, was in play last week.

Tuesday 18, a S’ford was played. Fran Lomas won on 37. Wayne Bolton’s sponsored approach shot on #1/10 was won by Paul Marland, who also won NTP All-In on #5/14.

Thursday 20 Sporters played the 1st 9 Stroke with Tony Little winning on 28 nett, followed by Lisa Spiegler r/up with 30. Tony also took NTP on #4 - Hipas Donald taking #2 and Gavin Camilleri taking #5.

Last Saturday, 22, we had ‘the brave’ playing under very damp conditions, resulting in Hipas Donald winning the S’Ford event with 30 points - Liz Marland won NTP on #5/14.

One can only hope for more favourable conditions for our games this week!

INNISFAIL ladies will resume bowling for 2022 on Wednesday, February 2 (weather permitting).

Any ladies in Innisfail and surrounding areas who would like to become involved in the game are welcome.

Names need to be in by 1.00 pm by phoning 4061 1250, with play to start at 1.30 pm.

New bowlers have access to coaching, and the club has bowls available, with afternoon tea provided.

All ladies entering the Innisfail Bowls Club need to show proof of double vaccination, and all patrons must wear masks inside the clubhouse.

Bowlers look forward to a COVID-19 free and successful year of bowling.

Tully Bowls Club

Saturday, January 22 Tully Club was host to Section 4 of the Sam Rinaudo Shield, After a wet start, play eventually commenced in humid conditions. Teams from Silkwood, Sth Johnstone, Innisfail and Tully participated.

The winning team for the day was Sth Johnstone.

Many thanks to the Ladies who catered for Lunch

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and Smoko, Sunday, January 23 Robyn Brunello/Joanne Townsend/Wendy Niven(14) v Ray Downing/Judy HoodRon Senini(9) Peter Smith, Mary Bacic, Pam Staier V (25) v Leno Ceccato, Joan Mercer, Rita Hudson (3) The winning team was Peter, Mary and Pam. Don’t forget our AGM on February 13 at 9,30 am.

Cheers!

Innisfail Men’s Bowls

WET weather conditions shortened last Thursday’s afternoon of social bowls, which was disappointing for the 36 bowlers keen on the play.

Terry Curran, Peter Smith and Ted Dorrington were declared winners after a convincing win in the first game.

Visitors and new members are most welcome to the club’s Thursday and Saturday social afternoon of bowls. Names need to be in by 12.30 for a 1.15 pm start.

Last Saturday, the first round of the Sam Rinaudo Memorial Shield was played at Tully Bowls Club.

Innisfail teams had wins against Tully and Silkwood.

Still, they lost to South Johnstone, who went onto the next round only to be defeated by Edge Hill in last Sunday’s final.

Tuesday mornings is maintenance day at the club, and any helping hands are appreciated.

The A, B and C Grade Singles and Pairs draws for the Club Championships have been completed and are up on the notice board.

Players are asked if they can please organise to play their games.

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Atherton Gun Club’s first shoot for 2022 FORTY-TWO shooters participated last Sunday in Atherton Gun Club’s first shoot for 2022.

The weather was pleasant and overcast with a bit of rain to start with; however, it cleared nicely and stayed away for the rest of the day.

Results: Event 1 - 90 Target Medley AA - 1st: Jar Smaniotto 147/150; 2nd: Peter Threlfall 143/150; 3rd: Bryan Sanderson 141/150 A - 1st: Joseph Micallef 143/150; 2nd: Dave Ellery 139/150; 3rd: Neil Kidcalf 138/150 B - 1st: Russell Howlett 132/150; 2nd: Peter Lupi 126/150; 3rd: Peter Vit 124/150 C - 1st: Brett Coulthard 118/150; 2nd: Stuart Simmons 114/150; 3rd: Adrian Morris 100/150 Event 2 - 30 Target Handicap 1st: Neil Kidcalf 37/37 (30/30) 2nd: Dave Ellery 36/37 (30/30) Shoot-off 3rd: Rob Draper 28/30

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Taylor Ellery, aged 12, takes her first step with clay target shooting under the watchful eye of her father, Dave.

Colin Wilkie has taken it in his stride and believes we will offload the wooden sword and climb our way up this year.

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With a new season comes fresh and sometimes higher expectations in any walk of life, and Rugby League in North Queensland is no exception, especially for the Tully Tigers.

With a few lean years behind them and a couple of kitchen utensils to show, the once and mighty proud Tiger's will attempt to revive its run. Back up the Cairns District Rugby League ladder in 2022 on the back of a favourite son returning to restore the gumboots town pride.

It has been a long time coming, but prodigal son

"If we can get our culture back to where it should be, then our lean years should be a memory. The success of our juniors will have a flow-on with Jonnie Hughes there; it's already looking good getting the band back together.

"We will also aim for a family orientated atmosphere, taking our after game functions where families can enjoy.

"Player development will be the key, as will good relationships. I feel that working at the school will be an advantage, as I aim to build a good culture. Hopefully, I come with some new ideas to get us rolling," smiles Jonni.

With a Rugby League royalty surname, both Paul and Jordan Ketchell will hope for a better season under their watch. "We need to restore our towns Pride; just believe again in our jersey. If we can get that, then the footy will follow," said Jordan and Paul.

"I've come full circle from a 20-year absence, and both myself and daughter Ray-Ray have enjoyed our time back," beamed Colin.

With a good crop of young players mixing it with some new ones, the club looks in better shape for this time of the year.

New coaches Jonnie Hughes and legendary Tigers player Jordan Ketchell will take on the difficult task of Reserve Grade and Under 18s by bringing them back to finals footy.

If the past few years have been hard on our town because of the lack of September football, then wait no more, as I believe we will be in contention come the playoffs.

Colin Wilkie holding Ray Ray. Jonnie Hughes (18s coach) Paul Ketchell (A Grade coach) Jordan Ketchell ( Reserve Grade coach)

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Local motorcycle rider Mark Stephensen is preparing to tear up the racetracks MARIA GIRGENTI MARK Stephensen from South Johnstone, an avid motorcycle rider, has plans to rip up the racetracks on the competitive scene in 2022.

He plans to race in Townsville events including RRAT, Tourist Trophy, interclub meet, Lee Moses Memorial in Mareeba and the MotoStars Nationals later this year at Proserpine Raceway.

Stephensen, aged in his forties, is a full-time single parent of two boys aged 15 and 13 and two girls aged 8 and 10, who are all involved in bikes and provide excellent support.

It is a fantastic way for individuals and businesses to gain a sense of satisfaction in helping a local rider who is enthusiastic about his sport dedicated to putting in 110% for himself, his children, sponsors and the local community.

It is a limited timeframe for anyone wanting a yearly sponsorship, as the deadline is today, Friday, January 28.

Stephensen’s bike is going in next week to get a custom livery complete with all the sponsors’ names,

with T-shirts soon to be done.

Sponsorship opportunities are also available for a single round or event with a billboard displayed at all events and businesses actively promoted for the duration of the event.

For further information or to discuss sponsorship, please get in touch with Mark via email at Marcosis77@ icloud.com, or send a private message via his personal Facebook page.

In 2021, Stephensen bought a 250cc sports bike, as his children persuaded him that he needed something just for himself.

“After not being on a motorcycle for over 15 years, I took the plunge and did a couple of street and track riding courses before my friend persuaded me to try competitive racing.”

Since then, Stephensen purchased a competitive bike (2021 KTM Duke 390) and participated in a few more track days.

“It was at a track day in Proserpine where I surprised myself and discovered I was a lot faster than I first thought.”

“There is plenty of room for improvement, which I know will come with practice, dedication, effort and the right help.”

Stephensen is converting his Duke to a purposemade racetrack bike and looking for individuals and local businesses to assist with sponsorship.

Any support will also assist him with travel to events in North Queensland and general running, maintenance, and associated costs.

In return, businesses will receive constant and active advertising that will uniquely reach people.

Business names will feature on his race/show bike and sponsor/supporter T-shirts.

Sponsors’ business cards will be displayed at all practice days, events, bike shows and social rides.

Mark Stephensen in 2021 with his brand new KTM Duke 390 motorcycle on his first track day at Mako Track International, Mareeba.

Innisfail Coastguard volunteers acknowledged with awards MARIA GIRGENTI AT the end of 2021, the Australian Volunteer Coastguard

with awards for dedicated service and skills.

Henry Rijke (Induction and Shipboard Safety Skills),

years of service), Paul Sand (5 years of service), Garry Steve (15 years of service), whilst new member Peter Snodgrass took the pledge and received an Induction certificate.

Flotilla Commander Neville Duncan presented the awards, whilst Deputy Commander Garry Steve presented Duncan with his 45-year service certificate.

Innisfail’s flotilla always encourages more volunteers, especially younger members, to come on board and be part of a rewarding service.

The flotilla is part of a national marine rescue organisation run entirely by volunteers.

Coastguard volunteers participate in local and coastal waters patrol, marine radio services, search and rescue, and public boating education.

Anyone interested in signing up needs to be 18+, with volunteers required to complete three self-paced induction courses.

For those who do not wish to become a ‘boating member,’ there are a variety of other activities.

These include fundraising, administration, radio control work, and maintenance of the building and surrounding areas.

Australian Volunteer Coastguard Innisfail flotilla members Mark Petersen and award recipients Henry Rijke, William Hull, Neville Duncan, Paul Sand, Garry Steve, and newly inducted member Peter Snodgrass.

QF15 Innisfail flotilla members received recognition

William Hull (30 years of service), Neville Duncan (45

Anyone interested in finding out more about the varied volunteer roles with the Australian Coastguard, please get in touch with Innisfail Coast Guard on 4063 2396, Flotilla Commander on 0408 635 786, or Flotilla Administration Officer on 4063 2593.

Those interested in volunteering can also visit the headquarters at Mourilyan Harbour on Saturday or Sunday between 8.00 am - 5.00 pm.

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Vale Johnny Gleeson WELCOME to the first column for 2022.

The off-season seems to get shorter and shorter in rugby league, with so much happening over the Christmas- January period.

Sadly, the Queensland rugby league lost a real stalwart over the Christmas break when Johnny Gleeson, Qld state five-eight through much of the 1960s, passed away at 82 years of age.

Johnny played his career in Toowoomba and Brisbane but had great connections throughout the state. Many of his Qld teammates were from CQ and NQ. A quiet and humble man, he played the game at its highest level. After his playing days were over, he spent most of his life on his cattle property near Chinchilla, where he and his wife raised six children.

One of his teammates for Qld in the

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1960s was our own Angelo Crema, who remembers Johnny with great fondness, a brilliant five-eighth who, if playing today, would be comparable to Cameron Munster or Anthony Milford, with swift footwork.

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on at least one occasion.

Johnny made the move to Brisbane in 1963 to play for the old Wynnum Manly club. From there made the 1963 kangaroo touring squad to the UK and France.

His test debut for Australia happened against France at Lang Park the following year.

By 1965, He had returned to Toowoomba, where he made the Australian squad tour NZ. On that tour, one of his Australian squad teammates was NQ and Burdekin/Ingham centre

Gary Wellington.

By 1966, Johnny was back in Brisbane, this time with the Brothers club, from where he made the Qld and Australian sides in 1966 and 1967. His final game of Australia was against England on the 1967 Kangaroo tour.

Johnny continued to play for Brisbane Brothers until 1969, then took on several coaching jobs in Gympie and Gladstone before returning full time to his cattle property, keeping his hand in the game as a selector for the Toowoomba sides for many years.

Johnny grew up in the Chinchilla area and broke into representative football as a teenage halfback for the South West Qld side, led by Cunnamulla Bob Banks, who later played for Tully.

Then in 1959, he moved to Toowoomba to play for the All Whites club, representing the garden city in the old Bulimba cup competition before making the Qld side for the first time in 1961.

From then on, Johnny was hardly ever missing from Qld sides playing 24 times in the maroon, including several times as captain, and he played for Australia from 1963 to 1967. His time in Australian colours included three tours overseas and 10 test matches. He was the only Qld-based player in the Australian team

Tully Tigers Rugby League Football Club is gearing up for a big season MARIA GIRGENTI TULLY Tigers Rugby League Football Club has welcomed Jordan Ketchell to the coaching staff for season 2022.

Jordan will be the head coach of the Reserve Grade side, as well as helping his brother Paul with the A-Grade team.

Jordan is a long-time Tully Tiger coming through the junior ranks and played in the Tigers A-grade side and a host of representative honours along the way.

Pre-season training for senior players has kicked

Jordan Ketchell is the new Tully Tigers Reserve Grade head coach for season 2022.

off. The sessions will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Tully Showgrounds, commencing at 6.00 pm.

Congratulations to Tully ladies Essay Banu, Kimberley Hunt and Layne Bennett, who gained selection in Wynnum Manly Seagulls Queensland Rugby League Women’s 2022 squad.

This squad also included Kayla Taputoa from Cairns, who previously played for the Innisfail Leprechauns.

Banu started playing rugby league in the Tully Tigers junior ranks and Tully senior rugby league touch before playing in the Innisfail Leprechauns Open Women’s rugby league team.

Bennett also started in Tully Tigers junior rugby league teams and progressed to Tully senior rugby league touch team.

Taputoa played in the Cairns Kangaroos juniors until Under 17s before joining Innisfail Brothers Juniors

Rugby League and playing for Innisfail Leprechauns Open Women’s team in rugby league touch and tackle.

Tully Tigers holds their annual jersey auction on Saturday, February 5, at Tully Leagues Club.

Tully is hosting a trial game between Northern Pride and the Cowboys on Saturday, February 12. Tully Tigers trial games are scheduled to start in early March.

Tully Tigers Old Boys Club is running a raffle as a fundraiser for the club and community, which will assist with seniors’ jersey sponsor, junior league honour board, junior state representatives, and coaching/first aid course.

Get in quick as tickets which are $50 each are limited to only 300, and the lucky winner will pick up a cool $5,000 in cash.

There are stacks of tickets still available, and anyone wishing to purchase one or more can deposit $50 into the following bank account: Tigers Old Boys BSB: 064 818 Account No. 1029 3239 Please send confirmation of payment via text message to Colin Wilkie on 0433 173 243.

The Wynnum Manly Seagulls 2022 Queensland Rugby League Women’s squad includes three girls from Tully and one from Cairns. Photo: Wynnum Manly Seagulls

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Fishing News

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Jye Heytman with a double header of coral trout and red throat emperor

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NOW STOCKING IRUKANDJI SOFT PLASTIC’S

RoLy Newton

ONLY the most dedicated would have gone fishing over the weekend due to the strong winds and heavy rain. Many anglers spent their time gathering bait and preparing tackle in preparation for the upcoming Barra season opening on February 1(Tuesday). Early indications are that it should be a great season. We have had a good wet season over the last two years, so hopefully, we should see a run of just legal Barra in the river systems. Previous to this, we had a few parched years, and recruitment was poor, so keep your fingers crossed.

There have been good Barra seen in the coastal creeks and the Hinchinbrook region during the last few weeks. Hence, I am reasonably confident of a good opening.

Suppose we receive enough rain through the week.

In that case, we should see Barra, Sooty Grunter and Tarpon gathering at the mouths of the creeks and drains running into the freshwater reaches of rivers such as the Johnstone, Tully and Murray rivers. These freshwater reaches often offer the best fishing during the first few months of the season when the rivers are running discoloured from rain.

If the rivers are running relatively clear, we should see some good Barra and Mangrove Jacks caught in the estuaries. Unfortunately, we have a massive high tide on opening day, and anglers will have to fish backwaters or right up on the flats to escape the worst run in the tide. Another option is to fish the upper tidal limits of the rivers. The Barra will head right up the streams with the flooding tide. These upper tidal limits are often 2 to 4 hours behind the forecast tide at the mouth.

If you are fishing the Hinchinbrook channel, these are drain tides. Look for drains that are running dirty water out of the drying up mudflats or the gutters along the edges of the creeks. If they are full of bait, you should find the action.

As usual, anglers will have to mix up their lure presentations until they find what the fish want on the day. Lure companies keep coming out with new models. This season's newly released hard-bodied standouts are the Daiwa Current Master and the Rapala BX Skitter Frog. The best freshly released soft plastics are the Sicario paddle tails and the Zerek Flat Shad X. At this early stage of the week, it looks like we

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LUCINDA JAN - FEB FRI 28

SAT 29

SUN 30

MON 31

TUE 1

WED 2

THU 3

3:20 pm 8:40 pm 2:52 am 9:33 am 4:01 pm 9:23 pm 3:31 am 10:14 am 4:42 pm 10:06 pm 4:09 am 10:53 am 5:24 pm 10:50 pm

0.98m 2.97m 0.25m 3.96m 0.99m 2.97m 0.33m 3.86m 1.07m 2.88m 0.53m 3.64m 1.22m 2.73m

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could have some excellent weather for reef fishing this weekend. The reports from the last calm spell were fantastic, with most boats managing good numbers of Coral Trout and Red Throat Emperor fishing the main reefs. The Spanish Mackerel were also around in reasonable numbers, with most caught by floating dead and live baits out the back of the boat while bottom fishing.

The other stand out has been the number of Fingermark caught both on live baits and by anglers jigging soft plastics and micro jigs. We should also see some nice Queenfish start to turn up around the closein islands and headlands.

The recent rain will hopefully get the mud crabs running. I have had mixed reports, poor crabbing in the coastal creeks but some excellent catches in the Hinchinbrook region.

The run-up to the morning high tide should fish very well if you are reef fishing, so it will pay to be on the water early. The Barra season won't open until Tuesday for those fishing the estuaries. The best bet would be to target a Mangrove Jack around the bottom of the low afternoon tide. Another option would be to fish either side of the morning high tide for a grunter. Try right up on the edge of the flats; if you need to, you can move into the deeper water as the tidal flow slows around the change in the tide.

Good Fishing Roly Newton Tackle World Tully

12:01 am 0.86m 6:46 am 3.2m 1:11 pm 1.4m 6:19 pm 2.69m 12:46 am 0.63m 7:30 am 3.52m 1:57 pm 1.2m 7:09 pm 2.81m 1:30 am 0.42m 8:11 am 3.77m 2:39 pm 1.05m 7:55 pm 2.91m 2:11 am 0.29m 8:53 am 3.93m

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12:42 am 0.83m 7:08 am 2.8m 1:50 pm 1.36m 6.41 pm 2.34m 1:28 am 0.63m 7:53 am 3.07m 2:38 pm 1.2m 7:32 pm 2.43m 2:13 am 0.45m 8:36 am 3.27m 3:21 pm 1.08m 8:19 pm 2.51m 2:56 am 0.33m 9:17 am 3.39m

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4:03 pm 1.01m 9:03 pm 2.56m 3:38 am 0.29m 9:57 am 3.42m 4:43 pm 1.01m 9:45 pm 2.56m 4:19 am 0.36m 10:37 am 3.34m 5:23 pm 1.07m 10:27 pm 2.5m 4:58 am 0.53m 11:04 am 3.18m 6:03 pm 1.17m 11:10 pm 2.38m

HULL HEADS JAN - FEB FRI 28

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12:05 am 0.81m 6:45 am 3.23m 12:58 pm 1.31m 6:33 pm 2.74m 12:52 am 0.57m 7:33 am 3.55m 1:44 pm 1.1m 7:21 pm 2.85m 1:35 am 0.36m 8:18 pm 3.81m 2:27 am 0.95m 8:08 pm 2.96m 2:18 am 0.21m 9:01 am 3.96m

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3:07 pm 0.87m 8:53 pm 3.02m 2:58 am 0.17m 9:42 am 4m 3:48 pm 0.87m 9:37 pm 3.03m 3:36 am 0.25m 10:22 am 3.91m 4:28 pm 0.97m 10:20 pm 2.96m 4:14 am 0.47m 11:02 am 3.7m 5:10 pm 1.12m 11:04 pm 2.8m

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NQ Open Women’s cricket team secured victory in Toowoomba MARIA GIRGENTI A HUGE congratulations to the NQ Open Women’s cricket team who claimed victory at the Queensland Country Championships played in Toowoomba last weekend.

This competition was the first to develop a pathway for cricketers in the Women’s Queensland Country selection process.

Three local players, Amy Hunter (Atherton/ Cassowary Coast), Abby Toshach (Cassowary Coast) and Keiryn Lenoy (Mulgrave), were featured in the winning team.

The first game, dominated by South Queensland’s bowlers, came down to the last over.

Four players reached double figures, and Grace Abdy’s innings of 12 not out were crucial to NQ’s nailbiting four-run win against South Queensland in their first T20 match.

NQ secured another close win in the second game, with the result again determined in the final over.

Stephanie Baldwin (captain) and Grace Abdy starred in the final clash against South Queensland on the second day. They helped steer NQ to victory and a clean sweep of the three-game series.

When NQ’s batting innings was disrupted due to rain, Baldwin finished 27, not out.

Based on the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern system, NQ won eight wickets and lifted the inaugural JonassenKimmince Shield.

The shield is named after talented cricketers Jess Jonassen and Delissa Kimmince. They have played alongside each other for Queensland, Brisbane and Australia for over a decade.

Results: Round 1 - January 21 - Southern Cross Reserve Oval North Queensland 9/87 (20) def (Keryn Lenoy 11* (10) not out) South Queensland 83 (19.2) (Amy Hunter 4/9 (4); Abby Toshach 1 catch) North Queensland won by 4 runs

Amy Hunter and Abby Toshach gained selected after being part of the Northern Country Open Women’s team that competed in the Northern Representative Women’s cricket carnival in late 2021 in Mackay.

In 2021, Hunter received the prestigious Jodie Fields Young Cricketer Development scholarship, whilst Toshach sometimes plays in the Brisbane premier grade cricket competition.

In 2021, Hunter competed in Queensland Cricket’s Under 17 Girls Female Championships in Caloundra and collected the Player of the Carnival award.

In her second season of playing club cricket for Mulgrave in 2020-2021, Keiryn Lenoy received the Cricket Far North Ladies Player of the Year award.

The NQ Open Women’s cricket team at the Queensland Country Championships in Toowoomba. Photo:Toowoomba Cricket Inc.

Round 2 - January 22 North Queensland 7/116 (20) (Abby Toshach 41 (47); Keiryn Lenoy 8* (8) not out) def South Queensland 7/115 (20) (Keiryn Lenoy 2 catches) North Queensland won by 3 wickets Round 3 - January 22 - Final North Queensland 2/71 (14) (Abby Toshach 17 (23); Grace Abdy 12* not out;) def South Queensland 96 (20) (Keiryn Lenoy 1/7 (2) and 1 catch; Grace Abdy 2/14; Stephanie Baldwin 1 run-out) North Queensland won by 8 wickets based on the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern system.

The North Queensland Women’s team consisted of players from Mackay and surrounding areas.

The NQ Open Women’s cricket team won the inaugural Jonassen-Kimmince Shield.