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Tully Flames hosted a junior soccer carnival

SARI HYYTINEN THE Tully Flames junior soccer club’s venue was very active last Sunday with junior soccer members of Jamie Gosling travelling to Tully from Cairns and members of junior soccer from Gareth Edds Elite Football League travelling to Tully from Townsville. The members of both sporting clubs meet half way in Tully for a carnival.

A lot of work went into the day from members of the Tully Flames junior soccer club.

“What an epic day! Thank you so much to all the wonderful people who helped out with cake/slice/biscuit making, shopping, prepping, ice gathering, serving, cleaning, cooking and everything in between!” said Lydia Valeriano the Tully Flames Junior Soccer club’s media and marketing representative, “…and for all the mowing that was done to prep the fields.”

The event last Sunday was the first of seven, with the next one held on March 24.

Gesa City players in green from Townsville competing against JGFA White from Cairns.

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IT has been a good run of weather that we have had over the previous week.

This has allowed many boats to travel out to the main reefs. The fishing was generally good with reasonable numbers of Coral Trout and Red Throat Emperor being caught from along the reef drop offs and shallows.

The Spear-fishermen also did well with good numbers of Coral Trout, Blue

Tuskers and Cray fish.

There has also been a few Spanish Mackeral caught and speared.

The deep-water shoals and wrecks fished extremely well with catches of good numbers of Large Mouth Nannygai being consistent.

Closer in around the islands it has been all about Fingermark with some remarkable catches being reported. When bot-

tom fishing anglers usually need to be using live baits or freshly caught squid to get good catches of Fingermark. However, over the last week they must have been ravenous with good catches being had by anglers using frozen squid of an evening or at first light.

Island trout and Grass Sweet lip have also been around in reasonable numbers with some

very large trout reported caught last week.

Those anglers jigging around the islands and headlands have been hooking some nice Fingermark, Golden Trevally and Queen fish. Sharks have been a problem as well as hordes of juvenile Spanish Mackeral that have been snipping of the leaders. Hopefully these small Spaniards will be of a legal size by June and July.

The big tides have played havoc with the anglers chasing Barra and Jacks i9n the tidal creeks.

Although there have been some fish caught in the estuaries most of the fish caught have been up in

the upper tidal and fresh water reaches of the rivers. This has just been simply because the run in the tide has been causing lots of problems especially with water clarity.

The local headlands, jetties and the Hinchinbrook flats have also been fishing well for Barra.

My manager Derek had a blinder on jacks and Barra fishing missionary bay only to go back 2 days later to find the fishing difficult. This seems to be the pattern with water quality the most likely cause of the problems.

The prawns and mud crabs have not been around in huge numbers with most boats report-

ing mostly modest catches. Hopefully this will change soon with the better months for these species coming up through March, April, and May. At the time of writing this report (very early in the week) the various weather sites are predicting 15 to 20 knots of wind from a Southerly direction. This will allow boats to get some shelter from points and headlands, allowing to fish some stretches of the coastline especially in the Hinchinbrook area. Â This weekend either side of the early morning high tide will be perfect

to fish for grunter, Barra and salmon up on the Hinchinbrook flats. The late afternoon low tide and the first half of the incoming will suite those that wish to target Barra and Jacks around the snags and gutters in the creeks.

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Golf

TULLY GOLF A good roll up turning out last Saturday’s opening day to contest a single stableford event.

There were prizes and a barbecue on offer. These were generously supplied

by Karen and Kevin from ACME Insurance Brokers. Last Saturday’s contest was held in fine and warm conditions.

Coming back from a spell was the sponsor Karen Hardy who was commended for recording a great score of 40 points.

First place went to Michael DeVries with score of 40 points, Second place went to Julie Carne with 39 points who was also making a comeback, Simon Strutt picked up third spot on a countback with 37 points from Maurie Smith in fourth place.

Nearest to the pins for the afternoon for both Ladies 2/11 and 7/16 went to Clair Bourke and Mens 2/11 Maurie Smith, 7/16 Ernie Gower.

Three lucky golfers picked up gift vouchers through a card draw with the rest of the field.

Thursday sporters saw a good field considering the very tropical conditions.

The winner for the afternoon was Sally Smith after a three way count back on 19 points. Sally had a great finish with 9 points on the last three holes.

The six-hole winner was Michael DeVries with 14 points. Matt is in great form.

Kim Milini and Allan Carne both on 19 points rounded out the rundown.

Nearest to the pin winners were 1/10 Kim Milini, 2/11 Allan Carne, 3/12 Michael DeVries, 7/16 Sally Smith, 9/18 A Grade was Michael DeVries, B Grade Les Edwards, C Grade Simon Strutt.

Thursday sporters will be on from 12.30pm.

Saturday will see a single stroke event for our second Monthly Medal for the year which is kindly being sponsored by Tyres Plus Tully.

CARDWELL GOLF Sporters 9-hole stableford started the week of golf at Cardwell.

Dave McGrath had the

First Second Third

win with 20 pts, second Davey Hoare 18 pts and then Peter Topen and Don Peachey with 16 pts.

NTPs were Sneza Lazarus , Peter Topen and Ian Burchell.

Last Saturday an 18 hole stableford was played.

Having his first win in a long time was Peter Buxton with a great 42 pts, second Sneza Lazarus 39 pts and on a count back Wayne Sheahan also 39 pts.

The run down went to Rod Rackley, Hugh Henry, Peter Topen and Rowly Mott.

NTPs were Rod Rackley with two and Graham Snelson one.

Ladies and Sporters are Thursday and on Saturday will be the March Monthly Medal for Ladies and Men. The March Monthly Medal is kindly sponsored by the Cardwell Butchery.

Sunday is the popular 4-person 9 hole Ambrose which will be sponsored

by Tully IGA. Please register by 10.00 a.m. for 10.30 tee off, The cost for the day is $25.00 which includes lunch .

Come along and have a great day of golf!

On Saturday 2nd March before the Monthly medal a general meeting will be held at 9.15 am.

Ladies will play the Medal from the Black tees and the Men from the Blue.

INNISFAIL GOLF The course was in excellent condition for golf last week & we are forever thankful for the continued efforts of our champion members who look after the course!

35 players set out for weekend competition’s, including our budding Junior Golfers.

Wednesday Allsporters Comp (Tee off times 12pm & 3pm) The Allsporters was hotly contested & you needed some great scoring to get into the prizes.

Our Captain Luke Peters almost holing out on the 2nd hole!! Well done Rod Ingram for some great golf!

1st - R Ingram 22pts and 2nd - K Wilcox 20pts.

NTP - L Peters Friday Comp (Tee off

times 12pm & 3pm) 1st - J Lombardi 18pts and 2nd - C Alman 17pts NTP - J Lombardi Custom Build Constructions Stroke (Tee off times 730am & 12pm) 21 players turned up to play golf over the course of the day. Andrew Rose continuing his great form with 7 birdies & looking like a new course record & 68 nett, while Brett (Coach) Gould played consistently for 70 nett.

Daryl Wall came in with an impressive 67 nett & was looking good for the win. Until... the final group came in... Jeff McGrath & Deb Smith tied on 66 nett! Well played everyone.

1st - J McGrath 66 nett c/b and 2nd - D Smith 66 nett NTP’s: 1st & 10th D Wall, 2nd & 11th - J Cockle, 3rd & 12th - G Powell, 4th & 13th - 5th & 14th - A Rose, 6th & 15th - A Rose, 7th & 16th - A Singh, 8th & 17th D Smith, 9th & 18th - J Lombardi Junior Golf Our Juniors had their first Golf Competition for 2019 in preparation for the start of the Junior Golfing Calendar in FNQ. 14 Juniors came out to play & everyone played very well.

Junior Golf will still be going this Sunday at the Golfy, run by Des Hensler & John Lombardi.

9 Hole Novice: 1st - Caine Cockle, 9 Hole Modified: 1st - Kai Greven and 2nd - Regina Gattera.

NTP - Aaron Gattera 6 Hole Modified: 1st - Keean Greven and 2nd - Callum Saunders. NTP Max Costello.

3 Hole Modified: 1st - Elle Gracie and 2nd Jayden Hawkswell. NTP - Elle Gracie.

Upcoming Events Wednesday Allsporters - 12pm & 3pm tee times Friday Comp - 12pm & 3pm tee times Saturday Comp - Cairns Golf World Monthly Medal Tee off times - 730 am & 12pm Sunday Junior Golf Comp - 9am tee time See you on the course and play well and don’t forget to like us on Facebook!

Monday, February 18 Clydie Pease / Dianne Spearman Kath McGowan / Geoff Stapley Korma Byrne / Vilma Bonassi

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First Second

Friday, February 22 Korma Byrne / Sandy Mollenhagen Jan Pease / Clydie Pease

Bowls This Week INNISFAIL BOWLS Despite the head last Thursday 16 competitors chose to be in defiance and enjoy a game of bowls. The days winners were G.Anderson, D.Juhas, D.Irwin, W.Hoskins.

Then 10 competitors played last Saturday.

The results of club competition were: Singles; C.Smith defeated S.England.

D.Leach defeated D.Juhas. S.Micale defeated G.McDonald.

Pairs; M.Clifford, S.England defeated C.Kinbacher, P.Broccardo.

T.Curran, D.Juhas defeated G.Edgerton, J.Morrison.

G.Goes, l.Fedalto defeated M.Clifford, S.England.

One game of Club Fours has been called: I.Humphries, M.Auchello, M.Roots, S.Dunne play D.Leach, S.Howe, D.Irwin, Sub. In Singles: T.Curran v S.Dunne Keep your eye on the board as Graham would like to play as many games as possible before the start of the pennant season.

The monthly self-selected mixed triples will be played on Sunday 3rd March.

Make sure your nominations are on the board.

per team.

To nominate please contact Shane on 0447 056 431 or Tim on 0457 981 111.

TULLY BOWLS Tuesday February 19 saw seven Tully lady bowlers travel to Silkwood where they played bowls with the northern clubs. Despite the hot & humid conditions it was a great day.

Friday February 22 saw the first of our Friday bowls.

This was a success with twenty-two people thoroughly enjoying the roast dinner and deserts.

Barefoot bowls was played after dinner and music. There are lots of talented dancer amongst Tully’s members who enjoyed the music.

These kinds of nights are set to become a Friday tradition or fun, dinner and music.

Sunday February 24 the showers deterred some bowlers, but ten players still come to enjoy the competition. The winners on the day were Ian Revie (skip) Molly Dunne & Rod Bradley.

We send best wishes to our member Eric Hutchins who at present is in hospital.

Speedy recovery Eric!

See you on the green

The selection of the teams was a mix of bowlers from the clubs present. The winning team: Glennis Buttigieg, Louise Hoskin and Karin Rastoll. Runner up team: Avis Ray, Maisie Smith and Denise Charman.

Thank you to all clubs attending our fun day hoping that you enjoyed yourselves as much as we did.

Last Wednesday February 20 should have been social bowls, but unfortunately there was no bowls as it was too hot at 41C and rising.

Last Sunday February 24 was an enjoyable afternoon. It tested our bowling skills again.

Denise Charman, Tony Haydock, Alan Hudson, Karin Rastoll d.

Anna Della Bella, Dan, Dunne, Carol Lowe, Jeannette Bucklar 13/7.

Friday Night was Barefoot Bowling. The usual enormous fun.

Come along and try our bowls game, bowls are provided, and all are welcome.

FREE BOWLS COACHING 1st saturday of each month start 9am at Silkwood Bowls Club. All welcome For more information call Denise 0400791517.

You can follow us on Face Book with all upcoming events. Social Bowls Wednesdays and Sundays register please take note of the time!

From the 3rd of March we will revert to normal time.

Register at 12.30pm to start play at 1pm.

SOUTH SILKWOOD JOHNSTONE BOWLS BOWLS Last Tuesday FebTwilight bowls ruary 19 was fun day at saw sixteen bowlers take Silkwood. There was to the green in two games representation from last Friday of fours.

Babinda, Innisfail, South The winners on the Johnstone, and Tully night were R McCarthy, who joined Silkwood K Mitchell, V Rowe and bowlers to have a friendT Edgerton. ly game.

Sunday 24th saw Tony Burns defeat Tim Kerrigan in the A grade singles 25 – 9.

Eight bowlers took to the green in pairs for social bowls. The days winners K Villalba and L Mylrea.

South Johnstone Bowls Club is hosting Lightning Triples on the 16th March. $1005 to be won.

The 1st game to start at 9:15am.

John Fossey is the 2018 Men’s Consistency champion Nominations are after he recently defeated Sam Pagano in the final at $35 per bowler or $105 the Innisfail Bowls Club.

Monday, February 18

First Second Third

First Second Third

Clydie Pease / Dianne Spearman Kath McGowan / Geoff Stapley Korma Byrne / Vilma Bonassi

Tully Bridge Results Friday, February 22 Korma Byrne / Sandy Mollenhagen Jan Pease / Clydie Pease Kath McGowan / Rhonda Murdoch

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Butler St Wednesday 5.30pm register for 6pm start Sunday 12.30pm register for 1 pm start

SILKWOOD

185 Silkwood/Japoon Rd Wednesday 1pm register for 1.30pm start Friday 6pm Bare Foot Bowls & BBQ Sunday 1pm register for 1.30pm start

SOUTH JOHNSTONE Fleming Branch Rd Every 2nd Friday of the month at 6pm Sunday from 1pm

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1 The Corso Wednesday Ladies Social 12pm – 5pm Thursday Men’s Social 12pm – 5pm Friday Bare Foot Bowls 3pm – Late Saturday Mixed Social 12pm – 5pm

GULF TULLY

Pratt St Thursday 9 Hole Sporters from 12.30pm Saturday 18 Hole comp from 11am

CARDWELL

23 Gregory St Thursday Ladies 18 hole A.G Event Handicap required Register 9am Tee off 9.30am 9 Hole Sporters Stableford No Handicap required 10.30am _ 11 am Tee off Saturday 18 Hole Mens A.G handicap Register 10.30am Tee off 11am

EL ARISH

Bruce Highway Tuesday 18 Hole 12.30pm for 1pm Tee off Thursday 9 Hole 12.30 to 4pm Tee off Saturday 18 Hole 12.30pm for 1pm Tee off

INNISFAIL

2 Palmerston Dr Wednesday All Sports 12pm & 3pm tee off Friday Comp 12pm & 3pm Tee off Saturday Comp 7.30am & 12pm Tee off Sunday junior Comp from 8am

BRIDGE TULLY

Behind Bowls Club 1 Coronation Dr Monday & Friday at 12.45pm

DARTS TULLY

Bowls Club Tuesday’s 7pm

CLAY SHOOTING SILKWOOD

Japoon Rd Practice every Saturday 9am – 12pm Every 2nd Saturday 9am – 3pm Comp 1st Saturday of every month

NETBALL TULLY

Igloo Mondays Under 12’s 4.30pm – 5.30pm MPC/Igloo DIV 3 5.20pm – 6.10pm & 6.10pm – 7pm DIV 1&2 6.10pm – 7pm & 7pm – 7.50pm

TENNIS TULLY

Behind Show Grounds B Grade Tuesday Night 7pm A Grade Thursday Night 6.30pm for 6.40pm start Thursday Mornings Ladies 8.15am for a 8.30am start

FOOTBALL TULLY

Show Grounds Training Tuesday & Thursday 6pm

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Cassowary Coast Athletics hit the ground running

MARIA GIRGENTI

A GROUP of enthusiastic youngsters who are keen to run, jump, throw a discus or shot put recently braved wet weather to register at the Cassowary Coast Athletics Sign On Day at Castor Park, Mourilyan.

The club is not just for youngsters who have a gift for athletics and places an emphasis on building skills and confidence in every child.

There is also a focus on participation, enjoyment, technique, setting personal goals and continued self-improvement rather than to win. It’s also a great place for kids (and parents) to meet new people, bring families together and be part of an encouraging, fun community.

Little Athletics promotes it is important to ‘Be Your Best’ and their motto is ‘Family, Fun and Fitness.’

Little Athletics Queensland annual registration is $125 from

five to 16 year olds. All athletes from 17 years and under must be registered with Little Athletics Queensland. Children aged 5 years to 16 years must produce their birth certificate on registration.

The club which is affiliated with Little Athletics Queensland and Athletics North Queensland will be doing dual registration for athletes wishing to compete in ANQ and LAQ carnivals which is $165 for the season. Children must have already turned five to sign up or once they turn five they can then register.

At the AGM held last November, a new committee was elected with Brenda Gracie (Centre Manager), Sabine Zieger (Secretary/Treasurer/Registrar), Andrea Devaney (Publicity Officer) and Steven (Grounds Manager).

The club wished to thank Tod Bathe for his contributions over the last couple of years as Centre Manager, Natasha Di

Gavin Devaney and Brenda Gracie with the enthusiastic group of budding young athletes who signed up for Cassowary Coast Athletics season.

Carlo who was Publicity Officer/Grants officer for the past few years, Emma Binello who was Treasurer for the past year, as well as Matt and Kyrene Howarth for taking on the role of Canteen and Grounds Manager.

Established in 1997, the Cassowary Coast Little Athletics branch have produced many national and Australian champions over the years.

Weather permitting, club nights are held every Friday night (including school holidays) with warm up at 5:45pm and children taking part in a set program of five events which finishes about 8:30pm. A canteen will operate and a BBQ tea is available to purchase from 7:00pm.

The program changes weekly and includes events such as running from 60m to 800m, hurdles, walks, long jump, triple jump, high jump, shot put, discus and javelin. Closed in shoes are a must for all events.

The season runs in the winter months from February to October. It is important parents are aware they need to be actively involved by taking on jobs at each club night to ensure they run smoothly.

Nominations are now open for athletes to compete at the McDonald’s State championships being held at the Townsville Sports Reserve from March 22 - 24.

To keep updated please check out the Cassowary Athletics Facebook page and to out more information about the sport of Little Athletics visit www.laq.org.au.

Innisfail and District netballers gear up for start of season

Tigers News with Shane Muriata AFTER months of training on the hallowed turf of the Showground, it was time for the men in black and gold to showcase their level of talent and fitness against the Premiers of Townsville, the Centrals Tigers on Saturday February 16 night. Only problem was, we didn’t pack our catching mitts. We dropped the ball 15 times in a one-sided match, losing 46-12 in the process.

The Spiller Matty Bowen combo proved too strong for our guys, but coach Tongy can hold his head up high with our second half showing “It’s a starting point, so I wouldn’t read too much into the score line. We were always going to struggle without some key players. There will be some changes made to ready ourselves for the next assignment.

The main thing I want to point out to everyone is we are moving forward, because that one is behind us.” His post-match press release was nothing short of praise for young guns Aiden Bennett and Adam Hoare, who made the step up after a strong preseason. “Adam will get better and better with time, and Aiden, well, he’s going to be a player with an outstanding future.” Probably the most rewarding news on the Saturday was the signing of WWE Hall of Famer Darryl Grant, who put pen to paper and committed to another season behind the Banyan.

As the sun set behind Mt Tyson, there was a thrilling 26 all draw against Centrals for the reserve grade teams. It

was great to see Steven Barrett a former Tigers back in town. The biggest surprise of all was seeing Hercules twin brother in Kevin Davies having a run. But, enough about size, this game had it all from being down 26-6 in the half, to my favourite Ketchell, Benny scoring a try to bring the game back on even terms. It was a courageous effort considering they only had one full training session as a team with new combinations, but Barrett still added some fuel to the flame “ Plenty to like about this group of players, but plenty to work on. It will be few weeks yet until we can settle on something. Get down to training if you’re keen for a run this season”.

The Tully Tigers Rugby League season launch was an absolute success Friday night 15, when our community got together and bidded for jerseys to the tune of $22,500. The night was helped by having special guest Matty Bowen in attendance, and Timmy Murphy absolutely killing it as MC. There was even talk that the former MC will be out of a job such was the comedy value of funny man Murphatori.

One of the highlights of the night was the raising of some much-needed funds for the flood affected city of Townsville and cattle farmers in the surrounding areas. A big Cheer to the local community for digging deep. By all reports that came in the morning of Sunday February 17, Matty Bowen’s kids refused to leave after swimming at alligators and stat-

ed they will be back during the holidays to stay.

Friday 15, the Cassowary Coast held its annual School Rugby League Gala Day at Tully State School and didn’t the talent of some players get put on a show. On St Clare’s field of dreams, many people came to watch the resurgence of St Clares, as they ended the day as champions. It must be said that they have spent many years in the rugby league wilderness since Benny Campo left, but it seems the corner may be closer for our private school to regain footy glory. Not to be out done on the top oval of Tully State School, the high school players lead by Sipi Sipi and Ezy E Ivey put all the teams to the sword by coming 1st overall.

Super coach of the Tully School team Jonnie Hughes was happy as “They loved every minute of it. Daniel Jack was a machine. We all had a very good day.” Legendary convener Chris Catter was equally impressed by the talent “We always get a good crowd in, mainly to see what the next line of superstars looks like. We were well supported by the high school students who officiated all games. Thanks must go to our NRL rep Atul, who drove all the way down from Cairns to be involved. A very strong Rep side was selected on the day by champion coach Stuart Russell to take on the Northern Cassowary Coast side which will feature players from Babinda to Mourilyan, which should be a cracker of a game. This game will pit the apprentice of Stuey and myself up against the Jedi Rugby League Master himself, Liam Kenny. Hopefully a good crowd is in attendance to catch this epic showdown.

Apologies from CCIN to the Tully Tigers club for placing the 5 shirts left amount at the Tigers Jersey auction in last week’s edition instead of the final amount of $22,500.

The kick off of Townsville’s A grade representatives for the Centrals Tigers verse the A grade representative for the Tully Tigers.

Leisa Spinella with the large group of all ages who took part in Innisfail & District Netball Association Come and Try Day held last week at Bessie Spiller courts.

MARIA GIRGENTI THE Innisfail & District Netball Association recently held two successful Sign On days and a Come and Try Day with around 230 players in all age groups registering for the season which started this week.

Over 40 attended an umpire clinic run by Desley Winkleman, held after the Come and Try Day which focused on the major rules of the game.

Teams need to have a minimum of seven players and registration fees are $170 for Under 17s and $210 for 18+ with

the club providing club shirts to each member. Teams will need to purchase their own uniforms if they don’t have sponsors.

Players for teams in Juniors (11 - 17 years) and Seniors (18+) are welcomed with pre-season games having started this week for two weeks and the season running from March until September.

A NetSetGO program for girls and boys aged 7 -10 years will start on February 19 until June 25 (excluding school holidays) from 5:00pm to 6:15pm.

Players will have an introduction to netball, ball skills, move-

ment on the court, shooting, co-ordination and having fun.

Cost is $150 per registration and each registration receives a NetSetGO pack.

NET program for girls and boys aged 5 to 6 years will be held in Term 3 on Tuesdays from 3:30pm to 4:30pm starting on July 16 and finishing on September 17 where they will learn netball skills in a fun and friendly environment. Cost is $100 per registration and each registration receives a NetSetGO pack.

There will be representative team tryouts where it is hoped

to send a few teams to State Age championships being held at Pine Rivers, Strathpine over the school holidays from July 5 to 9.

The annual Marlins clinic run by Heather McLaren will be held on March 8 in Innisfail for players aged 11 to 17, with coaches and umpires at Innisfail State College from 3:30pm to 6:30pm. Cost is $20 per player and those wishing to register can contact Leisa Spinella on 0436 477 974.

At the end of March the final try-outs will be held, where a senior team (17 & under) will

be selected for Singapore and a 14 & Under team will be selected to compete in Adelaide later in the year.

A six week JPL development program for those aged 17 and under will provide mentor players, coaches and umpires and every Saturday players will compete against a different association with three games in Cairns, one in Tully and Atherton.

At the AGM held last November the following committee members were elected: Christine Mayers (President); Deb Zanoletti (Vice President);

Cherie Fapani (Secretary); Kimberley Ganley (Treasurer); Leisa Spinella (Coaching coordinator); Tanya Pensini (Net Set GO coordinator) and Michelle Hogan (Canteen Convenor).

Teams and individuals can still register and anyone interested in forming or joining a team can visit the website: www.innisfail.qld.netball. com.au for more details or via email: secretary.idna1@gmail. com.

For updates and further details please check out the Innisfail & District Netball Association Facebook page.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Tully Sugar Mill’s New Apprentices

Ian Speziali Electrical Engineering Manager, Ann Barrie the Training and Recruitment Coordinator, with Ezra Matthews, Ben Ramsay, Joshua Balke, Alex Miskin, Luke Madden, Brayden Marzona the new apprentices for 2019 and Gerry Raiti who acts as a direct supervisor to the apprentices.

SARI HYYTINEN TULLY Sugar Mill continues to maintain its consistency for taking on new apprenticeships into 2019. There are six new apprentices onboard in 2019. “We have two electrical apprentices, two mechanical apprentices and two fabrication apprentices,” said Ann Barrie the Training and recruitment coordinator,

“We have a diesel fitter that is hired every four years.” The diesel fitter position wasn’t vacant for the apprentice intake of 2019.

Tully Sugar chose to employ one of their six apprentices from Ingham this year, where the rest come from the Cassowary Coast Region.

Industries love when they have the opportunity to hire

Tully Sugar Mill apprentices after their training has been completed. The Tully Sugar Mill staff can take pride in how good they are at their training of apprentices. Apprenticeships have been on offer for more than 50 years at the Tully Sugar Mill, they train for industry and they get a big variety of work that they can apply their skills as they keep learning.

Ian Speziali Electrical Engineering Manager, Ann Barrie the Training and Recruitment Coordinator, with Ezra Matthews, Ben Ramsay, Joshua Balke, Alex Miskin, Luke Madden, Brayden Marzona the new apprentices for 2019 and Gerry Raiti who acts as a direct supervisor to the apprentices.

SPORT

Tully Flames Junior Soccer Come and Try day SARI HYYTINEN TWENTY eighteen saw seventy-five players take to the field and on the come and try day for twenty-nineteen fifty percent of the young people on the field appeared to be new members.

The Jamie Gosling Academy from Cairns ran the training at the come and try day. The Tully Flames Club run training to subsidise the academy to come

down and run regular training camps for the kids to get involved in. Last year the subsidies raised were able to contribute 50% of the amount needed by the club to run the training camps whilst the parents of the members contributed the other 50%. This year Tully Flames hope to be able to raise enough money to subsidise the training camps in their entirety.

The Jamie Gosling Academy

will be in Tully once a month, which will be the equivalent of six sessions over the period. “That will really boost and support the training that they get from their coaches,” said Lydia Valeriano the Facebook and Publicity representative for the Tully Flames club, “All the coaches are grass roots trained and they are volunteers.” The Jamie Gosling Academy are pro footballers and the training

Tully Flame club members Hugo, Eric, Stanley, Lydia, Blake, Raj, Rhys, Regan and Jack.

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camps are adding value to the Junior Tully Flames club.

At the beginning of the year there is a turn over in committee members as their young kids move on to other sports. This year Tully Flames are looking for a new president, vice-president, treasurer and secretary.

The previous committee members are still available to hand over and train new committee members.

Tully Information Centre talking Tame the Tully

RICHARD Blancette the Tourism Coordinator for the Cassowary Coast Regional Council created an information space at the Tully Information Centre recently. Richard created the

space to offer the opportunity to local businesses in community to come and learn how they could get involved in promoting their business during Tame the Tully.