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HINCHINBROOK COUNCIL SEEKING TWO CIVIL CADET ENGINEERS TO JOIN THEIR TEAM

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KATTER CALLS ON FEDS TO ASSIST VICTIMS OF FUNERAL FUND COLLAPSE PA G E 6

THE ANGLICAN PARISH OF INNISFAIL/TULLY WELCOMED REVEREND MICHAEL LINDSAY AS THEIR PERMENENT PRIEST

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Tomorrow - Saturday Last 7 Days mm 33mm Ingham Partly cloudy 17 - 27 Cardwell MTD mm 48mm Partly cloudy 16 - 26 Tully YTD 2352mm Partly cloudy 16 - 26 Mission Beach Mostly sunny 18 - 25 Innisfail Mostly sunny 17 - 27 Tomorrow - Sunday Ingham with Sunny 17 - 29 Shane Greenwood Cardwell 54 Bryant Street, Tully - 4068 1004 Partly cloudy 16 - 27 Tully Mostly sunny 16 - 28 Do you have a thrifty and Mission Beach affordable recipe idea? Sunny 19 - 25 EACH year the TSC gathers recipes from Innisfail Sunny 17 - 27 staff, volunteers, and community members to be included in the recipe database. Out of this database, the TSC chooses around 40 recipes to be included in the annual Thrifty and Affordable recipe book, which is distributed to TSC clients accessing Emergency Relief financial assistance and interested community members.

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our parents and grandparents enjoyed, of creating a meal to be shared with friends and family, is at risk of being lost to time. Interestingly, it is time that seems to be the most significant factor in the move away from the family, preparing and eating a meal together. I learnt to cook in my parent's kitchen; both mum and dad were good cooks. I can also remember reading my grandmother's cookbooks and the tactile sensation of turning the pages, reading the recipes and seeing the black and white image of the finished dishes. The family meal is a great way to pass on cooking skills to our children and also a great way to spend time with our kids and talk with them. Standing shoulder to shoulder with anyone, rather than face-to-face, is a nonconfrontational way to talk, and you are more likely to get a positive response. Eating out or an 'easy meal' is great every now and then and gives everyone, including

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THIS week I had on my heart to write about serving. I thought that when we think of serving others, we think of serving as doing things like making a meal, looking after someone sick, volunteering for community events, or picking up groceries for a friend at the local store. I often felt disappointed, I have a busy house and young children to take care of, and I couldn't always physically serve people in their time of need. I spoke to God about how I was feeling and found peace knowing that it was possible to serve others even when I was at home, better yet, anywhere I went. For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.

Mark 10:45 NIV The Lord began to bring names of people to my mind at home, and when I was in the street, I would see people with injuries, and on occasion, I would hear of people's troubles in passing. My heart would weep, and I just had a desire to want to be able to do something to minister to these people. From these moments came my desire to pray. I knew then that I could minister to these people and that I could do it through prayer! I didn't realise it then, but this is called intercessory prayer. Though I didn't know what to pray for at times, specifically about the people God had brought to my mind, I would lift them up in prayer and pray that God would meet every need they had. We don't need to know the specifics when we have a God who knows everything. While some don't believe in

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Acts 5:42 Every day, in the temple courts and from house to house, they did not stop teaching and proclaiming the good news that Jesus is the Christ.

the cook, a night off, but eating out can be expensive. With this in mind, the TSC has gathered an extensive collection of thrifty and affordable recipe ideas over the years. If you have a recipe for a healthy, affordable meal that you would be willing to share, please email the TSC at maxine@ tullysupportcentre.com.au mail it to PO Box 212, Tully or drop it in to the centre at 54 Bryant Street Tully. The Tully Support Centre is funded by the Queensland Government and services communities throughout the Cassowary Coast. The Tully Support Centre is located at 54 Bryant Street in Tully, opening hours Monday to Friday from 9 am to 1 pm & 2 pm to 4 pm, and open until 6 pm on Wednesdays. 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." God in our community, I didn't let that stop me from praying, So I would pray anyway, remembering that Jesus died for all. Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace in its various forms. 1 Peter 4:10 NIV Prayer is powerful, it is a might weapon and answer to all our needs, serving through prayer is just as important as serving physically. Then Peter said, "Silver or gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk." Taking him by the right hand, he helped him up, and instantly the man's feet and ankles became strong. He jumped to his feet and began to walk. Then he went with them into the temple courts, walking and jumping, and praising God. Acts 3:6-8 NIV

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The Tully Horticultural and Garden Club THE Tully Horticultural and Garden Club Inc will be holding its next meeting on Saturday, August 13, at the home of Ron and Pam French, 252 Old Tully Road, Tully commencing at 1.30 pm. This beautiful garden is well worth a visit, and all are welcome. Please remember to bring your own cup, chair, and a plate of goodies to share if possible. There will be a plant swap as well as giveaway cuttings from members garden and Ron and Pam are always very generous in providing cuttings for propagation. Any Plants and flowers for Show and Tell and Question Time are very much appreciated. To find the French’s home, travelling north from Tully along the Bruce Highway, turn left into Old Tully Road to No 252. We look forward to seeing all members, new members, and visitors at this lovely location for an enjoyable afternoon.

Department of Transport and Main Roads $9 million planning project to plan and protect a suitable road corridor for a potential future bypass of Innisfail THE Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is progressing a $9 million project to plan and protect a suitable road corridor for a future bypass of Innisfail if required. Options are being investigated for a future bypass of Innisfail to ensure the safety and efficiency of the Bruce Highway can be maintained in the medium to long-term. As part of this project, TMR will investigate solutions to improve the Innisfail community’s safety, flood resilience, capacity and amenity. A planning study is currently being undertaken to identify and preserve a corridor for a future bypass of Innisfail. There is currently no funding available for construction. TMR understands the community may be concerned about the future impact to business operations, the

COMMUNITY potential effect on passing trade and the flow on effects to employment and services offered in Innisfail. Community feedback will form an important part of project planning and decision-making. For more information and the opportunity to have your say about the project, please visit www.tmr.qld.gov.au/ InnisfailBypass. Anyone who would like to be included in updates about the project, please email innisfailbypass@tmr. qld.gov.au or phone 07 4045 7335.

CCRC Cemetery Strategy to guide cemetery operations for the next 10 years THE Cemeteries Management Strategy was endorsed and adopted by Council at the Local Government meeting on July 28, 2022. The Strategy was updated following community consultation during May and June this year. This Strategy will guide the planning, management, and operation of Cassowary Coast Regional Council controlled cemeteries for the next ten years. It includes several recommendations, such as the development policy, guidelines, and factsheets, ensuring graves and columbarium walls are constructed of materials more suited to our climate. Council will also investigate laser surveying to develop an online plot location and reservation map. Whilst the strategy is specific to the operation and management of Local Government cemeteries including Innisfail, Tully, Cardwell, and Murrigal, during the consultation, feedback was received regarding a potential burial site at Mission Beach and the possibility of a ‘green’ burial cemetery. Other feedback received during the consultation phase, included suggestions to improve the maintenance of the different cemeteries, which has been noted and shared with Council maintenance teams. It will ensure a consistent level of service is upheld to Council owned cemeteries to reflect the significance of these important facilities to our community. An updated draft Strategy will be available to view within the Local Government Meeting Agenda via www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/council-meetings.

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Hinchinbrook Ingham Arts Festival Exhibition Wrap Up THE Ingham Arts Festival Exhibition opened on Thursday, August 4, 2022, with 110 attendees at the TYTO Regional Art Gallery coming to view the fantastic artwork on display. The Ingham Arts Festival Exhibition features works from local primary and high school students. This exhibition will be on display until 4.00pm Friday, September 2, 2022.

2022 Tropical Seniors Morning Tea Wrap Up

Friday, August 12, 2022 THE 2022 Tropical Seniors Morning Tea held on Friday, August 5, 2022 in the Shire Hall was a delightful event, with colourful and tropical clothing everywhere to be seen. Council thanks Pace Farming for providing pineapple donations for the table decorations and prizes. They tied in well with the vibrant flowers and palm leaves which all of the seniors loved to see. 230 patrons arrived anxious to catch up with friends and family and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea with some delectable morning tea. Thank you to Majestic Café for providing gifts for our guests as well as congratulations to all best dressed and prize winners. Council appreciates the entertainment provided by Tweak Fitness, the Herbert Valley Voices, Our Lady of Lourdes, Bella Dance Studio, and the Dancers Academy of Ingham throughout the day. The Year 11 Hospitality class at Ingham State High School also deserve to be congratulated for their hard work put in by serving coffee and tea to all of our beautiful attendees throughout the morning.

Sport Access Foundation (SAF) 2022 Grants SPORT Access Foundation (SAF) is a charity that provides annual grants to support 7-17 year olds with diverse health conditions or impairments on their chosen sporting pathways. The aim is to improve accessibility and inclusion and ensure no young Australian is left behind on the sporting sidelines. This year SAF is offering four categories of grants to support children with a disability to play sports: • The No Barriers and Kick Start grants assist with sports participation costs; • Clubs affiliated with a National Sporting Organisation can apply for the BlueScope Sporting Club grants; and • Aspiring Paralympians can apply for the Compeat Performance Pathway to Paralympic grants. Applications close on Friday, August 12, 2022. For further information or to apply, please visit Sport Access Foundation Website, 2022 Grants page https:// bit.ly/3d6thbr.

Regional Arts Development Fund Round One Public Applications Now Open for 2022-2023 DO you or someone you know have a project idea that could contribute to Arts and Culture in the Hinchinbrook Shire? Applications for funding through Council’s Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) Program are open for Round One until Friday, August 26, 2022. RADF is a partnership between the Queensland Government and Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland. RADF provides funding to successful applicants for up to 70% of the total project cost. To download an application form and to find out more, visit Council’s website, Grants and Funding page, or contact the TYTO Regional Art Gallery via email gallery@hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au.

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Hinchinbrook Council seeking two Civil Cadet Engineers to join their Team

ARE you interested in an Engineering Degree but also want to earn money at the same time? “Young adults in the Hinchinbrook Shire are being encouraged to stay local and kick start their career with Council as a Cadet Engineer” said Mayor Jayo. Council is seeking applications from recent high school graduates and young adults who are considering the commencement of university studies in Engineering next year, or are currently studying and want to return home to finish their Engineering Degree whilst working and being paid. The two Cadet Engineers will rotate between the Infrastructure Works Operations Team and Utility Services Team during their time with Council to gain a diverse range of skills and experience in Civil Engineering. The most recent Engineering Graduate within Council to follow this pathway and whom continues to work with Council is Haydn Grazioli. Haydn is now Council’s Design and Technical Coordinator and his story follows:

“I have always been interested in building things but learned early on that a trade wasn’t really going to be for me. I started looking at different ways to be involved in the industry and settled on engineering. I was always good with numbers, so it was a perfect fit for me. I had initially wanted to go into the private sector but after completing work experience at Council I found it rewarding being able to play a part in providing for not only the people in the community, but the people of my hometown. In 2013 I started studying a Bachelor of Civil Engineering full-time at University. When I started working at Council in 2017, I then transferred from fulltime to part-time study before completing my studies in 2021”. Eliza Carr is Council’s Civil Design Cadet and her story follows:

“The thought of working for Council was very appealing to me as it would allow me to stay in my hometown after completing High School. I have always found math enjoyable, so I thought that an Engineering Degree would challenge me. Working in

a local government setting has always been of interest to me, this is mainly due to the idea of being able to have a part in improving and renewing the assets and infrastructure throughout the Hinchinbrook Shire. I started my role as Cadet Designer in 2021, and I applied because the idea of learning while working in the field that I was interested in studying was an awesome opportunity. After taking a gap year in 2020, I knew I wanted to go to university and the fact that I was able to do that as well as earn an income and stay in my hometown was very appealing to me”. Council Officers will be presenting to Ingham State High School and Gilroy Santa Maria College on Friday, August 12, 2022 to encourage local student to apply. Applications are now open for two Civil Cadet Engineer positions commencing in 2023 and close at 5.00 pm on Monday, September 5, 2022. For further information including how to apply, visit Council’s website Careers at Council page.

Hinchinbrook Shire: Coconut Palms De-nutting Program and Reduction Strategy – Community Consultation ON Tuesday, April 26, 2022, Council adopted the new Coconut De-nutting Program and Reduction Strategy that will decrease the number of Coconut Palms on Council managed lands to less than 330. Council has adopted the strategy to reduce the ongoing maintenance costs related to the twice-yearly de-nutting required to reduce Council’s public liability associated with Coconut Palms. Over the next couple of weeks, Council staff will be focusing on logging potential Coconut Palms for removal across the Shire that have been nominated as part of the longer-term Coconut De-nutting Program and Reduction Strategy. Coconut Palms identified for maintenance or removal will be labelled with coloured flagging tape and their locations entered Council’s GIS database to garner community feedback. Coconut Palms marked with red tape will be earmarked for removal, while those marked with green flagging tape are likely to be maintained. Council will be consulting with potentially affected residents throughout this time, seeking nominations for

removal, or negotiation for maintenance on Coconut Palms due to historical value. Should you have any concerns regarding Coconut Palms on Council managed land adjacent to your property, please contact Council’s Public Spaces Team to discuss further or arrange an on-site meeting. A final draft of the Coconut Reduction Strategy will be made available to the public via Council’s website, Public Consultation page in due course. Residents are reminded that Council has set a limit for the number of Coconut Palms that it can afford to maintain into the future. Once consultation is complete, it is envisaged that removal works in accordance with the scheduled Coconut De-nutting Program and Reduction Strategy will commence in November 2022 and it may take a couple of years to achieve the desired outcomes due to budgeting and resource constraints. For further information, please contact Council’s Public Spaces Team on 4776 4740.

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Living on God’s terms, not my own SARI RUSSO NEE HYYTINEN IN this day and age, it is difficult to live on God’s terms. Particularly when you look around you and everyone is trying to make life better, but only for themselves and their families, which isn’t what God called us to do. Riches will not provide security in the day of wrath and judgment, But righteousness rescues from death. Proverbs 11:4 AMP He who oppresses or exploits the poor to get more for himself Or who gives to the rich [to gain influence and favour] will only come to poverty. Proverbs 22:16 AMP He does call us to love him. He does ask us to love our enemies as ourselves, and he does ask us to make disciples of the nations. He also said the meek shall inherit the earth, but he didn’t say live poor. He has asked us to live the life he has called us to live, and when we do, he will bless us and provide abandonly more than we ask. This happens only when we live by his call, not when we live our own way. And God is able to make all grace [every favour and earthly blessing] come in abundance to you, so that you may always [under all circumstances, regardless of the need] have complete sufficiency in everything [being completely self-sufficient in Him] and have an abundance for every good work and act of charity. As it is written and forever remains written, “He [the benevolent and generous person] scattered abroad, he gave to the poor, His righteousness endures forever!” 2 Corinthians 9:8-9 AMP BOB Katter, Federal Member for Kennedy, in a letter to the Assistant Treasurer, Hon Stephen Jones, has condemned past governments failed response to the Youpla collapse, suggesting they had been sitting on its impending doom for decades. Youpla, formerly known as the Aboriginal Community Benefit Fund, went into liquidation in March this year

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SNAPtember 2022 Hinchinbrook Shire Council SNAP Send Solve are excited to announce that after the success of last year’s SNAPtember campaign, they are bringing this community initiative back in 2022. SNAPtember encourages Australian and New Zealand residents to report issues in their local area to help spring clean their communities.

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Katter calls on feds to assist victims of funeral fund collapse after nearly 30 years of controversial operation, leaving thousands of First Australians financially destitute and desperate. Mr Katter said, “Multiple complaints have been received by our office regarding Youpla. I’m told that 2990 people in Kennedy alone have been affected by the insurance fund’s collapse. “One of our constituents has advised us that after losing her son to suicide in 2018, she joined the fund to ensure her children would not have to financially struggle in the future. It is our understanding she will be unlikely to receive any of her funds back – having paid $14,000 into the fund over the years. “We are not advocating for a bailout. We are advocating for government to compensate those affected. The government was asleep at the wheels and, despite knowing, took no action allowing further people to be victims of the inevitable collapse. “The Mareeba Express1 reported more than 300 Indigenous people in Mareeba have been caught up in the collapse of the funeral fund and that Yarrabah has been hit the hardest with a reported 786 people affected in a town with only 525 homes. “This is utterly, utterly disgraceful. The first complaints made against Youpla date back to 1999 federally. The

Opening of Tip Shop at Warrens Hill Landfill and Resource Recovery Centre AT the General Meeting of Council held on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, Council resolved to commence operations of a Tip Shop at Warrens Hill Landfill and Resource Recovery Centre. The Tip Shop opened on Monday, August 1, 2022, and as items become available, they will be made accessible for purchase by the public.

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that would normally go to landfill to find a new home and be reused” said Cr Lancini. “Taking your items to the Tip Shop is free and means fewer quality items end up in landfill” Cr Lancini said. “Council intends to start small and grow the activity, in other towns Tip Shops are very popular and have seen demand for certain items outstrip supply” Cr Lancini said.

New South Wales Government have been aware of these complaints since 1992.” Mr Katter said he had previously written to the Treasurer requesting an investigation with the view to assistance for those affected by the failure of Youpla. In a response provided by the then Senator Financial Services, Senator Jane Hume said, ‘the Government has been after this shonky business for 30 years’. Mr Katter was also visited by a delegation representing “Sorry Business” in Canberra this week, where he was appalled to learn the extent of the collapse. “It beggars’ belief how this company was able to continue such predatory behaviour for so long,” Mr Katter said. “The Albanese government has a chance to set an example and fix this by putting an end to the prolonged financial and emotional suffering of those who have been left at risk of not being able to pay for the funerals of their loved ones. “An investigation must be rolled out immediately with a view to provide assistance to all those affected by the failure of Youpla and its associated entities to ensure they do not lose their funeral insurance plan savings.” Items for sale may include small motor equipment and parts, bicycle parts, furniture and building equipment. Residents will be able to leave items suitable for salvage with staff at no cost, subject to the items being fit for resale. Customers and visitors are advised that site rules apply to Warrens Hill Landfill and Resource Recovery Centre, and these are to be complied with at all times. In due course, items available for purchase will be listed on Council’s website, Tip Shop page.

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The Anglican Parish of Innisfail/Tully welcomed Reverend Michael Lindsay as their permanent Priest STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARIA GIRGENTI THE Anglican Diocese of North Queensland Parish of Innisfail/Tully warmly welcomed Reverend Michael Lindsay into the fold after his ordination to the Sacred Order of Priests on June 22, the feast day of St Alban the Martyr at St Alban’s Anglican Church Innisfail. Family, friends, Archdeacons and senior clergy from Cairns, Townsville, Tablelands, New Zealand attended the ordination service. Lindsay stood before the Right Reverend Keith Joseph, Bishop of North Queensland, whilst the priests gathered for the Laying of Hands. After vested, Bishop Keith delivered a copy of the Holy Scriptures to Lindsay and presented him with a chalice and paten. After the Archdeacon of North Queensland, the Venerable Christopher Wright OAM, read the citation. Bishop Keith Joseph presented Lindsay with his Certificate of Ordination and Licence. Originally from Newcastle, Lindsay grew up in Townsville, where he completed his primary schooling and secondary education in Newcastle and Townsville. He completed a Bachelor of Education and Masters in Theology and recently started a Graduate Diploma in Theology. His first teaching role at Townsville Grammar School was for four years, followed by ten years at St Augustine’s College. His role has been as a Catholic secondary classroom mathematics teacher and in senior leadership. Whilst teaching and as Principal at St Josephs in Atherton, he felt drawn to faith and ministry. Lindsay did part-time training in Cairns for four years before his ordination as a Catholic Deacon in 2015 in Atherton. While assisting the leadership team,

it was at Good Counsel College Innisfail which sparked his special connection to the Innisfail community. For 12 - 18 months, he also assisted the leadership team at Mount Saint Bernard College. He was heavily involved in organising the College’s Centenary celebrations in 2021. Lindsay’s role as a Deacon was to minister beyond the parish, whilst his role as a priest is to minister to the Church’s congregation and build and nurture the parish community. He said the two essential ingredients are developing authentic relationships within the parish and broader community. “It is about repackaging the Christian message, so it speaks to today’s audience.”

After Reverend Michael Lindsay received his priest vestment, Bishop Keith Joseph anointed his hands.

“I feel blessed that in my life I have encountered priests and nuns who have really inspired me as authentic examples of the Jesus I know.” “The biggest challenge is how to engage with people in a rapidly changing demographic/landscape of belonging.” Lindsay believes if our lives are joyful, fulfilling, and authentic, people will want to be part of it. The Anglican parish has a diverse

community of Torres Strait Islander and Vanuatuan families, including farm workers from Solomons/Vanuatu, which Lindsay sees as a growth area. His wife Melanie and their two children greatly support Lindsay in his new role. Fr Lindsay is the permanent Priest of the Anglican Parish of Innisfail/Tully, with regular services held in Innisfail, Tully, and Mission Beach and an occasional combined Parish Eucharist and luncheon at Kurrimine Beach.

After his ordination, Bishop Keith Joseph (right) presented Reverend Michael Lindsay with his Certificate of Ordination and Licence.

Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service invites you to hear the findings of our Local Area Needs Assessment. We want to continue to understand the health issues and concerns that matter most to you. Attend our local feedback and consultation sessions Innisfail Library 49 Rankin Street, Innisfail Monday 15 August 2022 4:30 pm – 6:00pm

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Innisfail State College's junior girls' team has a historic win at the NQ All Schools Touch Football Championships MARIA GIRGENTI INNISFAIL State College was well represented at the North Queensland All Schools Touch Football Championships at Greenwood Park in Townsville from July 23 - 24. The Junior Girls' division had ten teams across two pools. Innisfail State College's Under 15 Girls' team played four-round games on the first day, followed by a semi-final and grand final on the second day. The girls finished second in their pool, with their only loss being to Ryan Catholic College. On the first day, ISC Junior Girls Under 15 Champions had three wins. They progressed to the semi-final and had a convincing 7 - 1 win in the semifinal against Kirwan State High. The team faced Ryan Catholic College for a second time in the grand final. Still, this time finished victorious with a 6 - 1 score line to be crowned North Queensland champions.

In the 23-year history of this event, this is the first time in the Junior Girl's division that a school outside Townsville lifted the trophy.

football schools and is part of the qualification process for the prestigious Queensland All Schools Championship.

This outstanding result was a testament to an incredible team effort as everyone played their hearts out and were terrific in every game.

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Each player demonstrated exemplary sportsmanship and represented ISC with pride. Lillee received the Player of the Final, whilst Skye and Lily were named Players of the Carnival.

Results: Round 2: ISC had a 12 - 0 win against St Patrick's College Round 3: ISC had a 3 - 1 win against St Mary's Catholic College Round 4: ISC had a 4 - 0 win against St Anthony's Catholic College Round 5: ISC had a 2 - 5 loss against

Ryan Catholic College Finished 2nd in Pool A and progressed to the semi-final Semi-Final: ISC had a 7 - 1 win against Kirwan State High School Grand Final: ISC had a 6 - 1 win against Ryan Catholic College ISC wanted to thank Miss Smith and Miss Hoger for coaching the girls, accompanying and supporting the team during the competition and Deborah Mortimer, the team's referee.

The NQ All Schools Championships is the pinnacle school touch football event on the North Queensland, featuring Minor Mixed, Minor Boys and Girls, Junior Mixed, Junior Girls and Boys, Open Mixed, Open Boys and Girls divisions in Under 14, Under 16 and Under 19 age groups. All schools across North Queensland are eligible to compete in this carnival which decides the region's top touch

Skye from ISC scored a try during the NQ All Schools Touch Football Championships.

ISC touch football team - Junior Girls’ Division champions.

Innisfail Council Nursery Sundown and Campbell Street, Innisfail Tully Council Nursery Beside Depot Anderson Street, Tully Innisfail State College touch football team - Junior Girls’ Division champions - Back (L-R): Miss Tahlia Smith, Charlotte, Lillee, Kayden, Kayla, Demi and Miss Mimi Hoger. Front (L-R): Isla, Skye, Lily, Brydee and Kyla.

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ONE of the great things about doing variety trials is we can see the differences between the new and the older varieties when they are all planted in the same area. This is definitely the case on our largest variety site in 2022, which was established on the TSL Jenkins farm by TSL farm manager Sean Hodgson in October 2021. We started sampling this site in June this year, measuring potential CCS. This sampling will continue every fortnight until November. We also regularly take stalk diameter and biomass samples to determine each variety's potential Ts/ha. This site includes the newest variety, SRA 37, and standards like Q208 and Q200. In fact, the site has 23

varieties, and on July 28, we were able to conduct a tour of the site for growers and advisors. This event was a great success with 42 attendees, including representatives from Tully and Herbert SRA, HCPSL, TCPSL and Gordonvale-based company Farmacist. During the day, we were able to highlight the different growth characteristics of each variety and discuss the sampling results to date and why we recommend some and not others in each of the sub-districts that make up the Tully sugar industry. Last week a second variety site was established right next door with similar varieties plus another new one which was recently approved called SRA 32. When we have a plant crop site like this, the first job is to monitor the germination to see if there are any standout varieties in terms of germination speed. To do this, we simply mark out 10m of row and count the number of stalks in that 10m every ten days after plaiting until; 70 days after planting. It is quite straightforward work but needs to be carried out consistently to collect accurate data. This data allows us to then fine-tune the SRA recommendations to the sub-district level. In some cases, it also allows us to promote a new variety while

Friday, August 12, 2022 not promoting others depending on the sub-district. In some cases, a variety that is recommended for the entire wet tropics may work very well in another region but not in parts of Tully and vice versa. This way, we can help growers make commercial decisions to avoid planting something that may not work while also maximizing the benefit of the varieties that will work best for us in the long term.

One of the many varieties with signage in the new TVMG plot on TSL Jenkins farm

The Indigenous ranger program begins in Mamu country Rangers launch new water monitoring project – Innisfail region THE Innisfail region now has Mamu indigenous rangers caring for country - and a new water monitoring project exciting both elders and the younger generation. The first four Mamu rangers are on board. “This is a good feeling, to be moving forward,’’ senior ranger Francis Joyce says. It’s a simple statement but one loaded with passion – for the land, the animals, Mamu cultural heritage, and the Mamu people’s drive to play a bigger role in land and sea management. The ranger program’s launch follows funding through the Queensland Government’s Indigenous Land and Sea Rangers Program. Rangers will look after cultural heritage sites, monitor biodiversity, help with pest plant control, and lead a new water monitoring program, among other roles. In partnership with Terrain NRM, the water program is building on existing water quality monitoring in the

region, combining cultural knowledge, values and concerns with western science. “We’ll be doing monthly routine water sampling across the Johnstone catchment from its top to end of catchment, testing for things like nutrients, pesticides and suspended solids,’’ Francis says. “We’ll also be monitoring impacts on the rainforest and ecosystems and looking at cultural indicators that came about through consultation with our Mamu people - things like places where there used to be yabby beds, but there aren’t anymore, fish species that have disappeared from certain areas over the years… “The information will give everyone a snapshot of waterway health and a better understanding to move towards solutions. By working together and building partnerships we can create a more sustainable future.” The project is funded by the partnership between the Australian Government’s Reef Trust and the Great Barrier Reef Foundation. It has also involved water monitoring training for rangers and several younger

Water sampling trainee Keith Land

Water sampling trainees Rusharne Purcell left and Keith Land

TULLY SUGAR CRUSHING STATISTICS FOR WEEK 10 ENDED 5/8/22 Week

Tonnes Crushed

Cane 107,820

HERBERT REGION CRUSHING STATISTICS FOR WEEK 8 ENDED END ED 6/8/2022

SOUTH JOHNSTONE MILL CRUSHING STATISTICS FOR WEEK 8 ENDED ENDED 7/8/2022

Week

2022 to date

6.8T

8.7T

Percentage Crushed

12.01

11.56

C.C.S.

Crop estimate for season

4,700,000

Crop estimate for season

1,480,000

BALANCE CRUSH

3,504,718

BALANCE CRUSH

1,085,132

Tonnes Cane 665 Crushed per hour

680

Average bin weight

C.C.S.

12.23

C.C.S.

Crop estimate for season

2,900,000

BALANCE CRUSH

1,981,971

Cane 206,584

Cane 61,015

2022 to date

Tonnes Crushed

2022 to date 1,195,282

918,029

12.69

traditional custodians through Terrain NRM and the Department of Environment and Science. Rusharne Purcell, 20, and Keith Land, 22, share a passion for conserving the land and water. “We’re all striving for one goal – to have an environment that’s not destroyed,’’ Rusharne says. “It’s so good to finally get a chance to help preserve this and our culture.” Mamu Aboriginal Corporation’s Lorraine Maund says momentum is building, from elders through to the younger generation. “Our youth are passionate about the environment and caring for country. Why not harness that to drive things forward?’’ she says. “We’re all custodians and we share and pass on our knowledge for the next generation because if the land is sick then we are sick and our people are sick. Our elders have been sharing what they’ve seen change over time. Combining their knowledge with new data, we can build a bigger picture for the future.”

394,868 26.70%

11.57

11.22

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Rockingham Home Aged Care Service,

37 39

30 Kicks hard (coll)

Down

31 Dairy product

4 Dodge

23 Appear to be

32 Freshwater fish

33 Film award

Exchange

for

industry money

35 Choose carefully 36 Water nymph 37 Preserve salting

38 Jointly held fund

28 displays

7 Part of the eye 8 Bird 15 Golfer’s assistant

20 Region

39 Try out

16 Mutilate

21 Guessing game

40 Japanese city

17 Extreme fear

26 Counting device 27 Doll (coll)

6 Lengthen in time

Well-ordered

29 Woven fabric 31 Division of a long poem

O M A A D C R R A I S D D C E O L R E N T Y E

C R U M G E A A T E S Z E O A N E B A L S O L L K A A D U A L G R I V E T R

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P T E C I A R N O N K S E G E S S S E R

SUDOKU SOLUTIONS No. 258

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, 9am, Sun, 16 Mcquillan st,Tully, Ingham District Uniting Churches: Ingham, 10am, Sun 16 Herbert St, Ingham Halifax, 8am, Sun 12 Anderssen St,

South Johnstone

Halifax

Christ the King,

Blue Haven Lodge,

7am, 2nd & 4th/month, 10

Ingham, 11am

Harbour Road, Mourilyan

(2nd & 4th Tues)

Holy Spirit, Mission Beach 7am Sun, 12 Webb Rd, Wongaling Beach St Clare of Montefalco

CROSSWORD SOLUTION No. 12997 A T A C S O T A R B A P D I I D S C O O

Mother of Good Counsel,

St Rita’s South

34 Slight parody

SUDOKU No. 259

Babinda

Our Lady of Fatima,

24 Habitual drunkard

Ingham

Cassowary Coast

6:30pm Sat Vigil, 9am, Sun, 90 Rankin St, Innisfail

3 African desert

Baptist Independent, 11am, Sun, 77 Halifax Rd,

Uniting Churches

7am, Sun, 15 Church St,

22 Colour

Church, 9:30am, S, “The Knightclub” 38 Herbert St, Ingham

9am Fri, 3rd Fri of month,

St Rita’s Babinda,

21 Clerical garments

2 Rubber

Cardwell Sugar Reef Baptist

40 Jamieson St, Cardwell

Catholic Churches

19 Before

Street, Tully 11am, Sun, Bruce Highway,

Road, Ingham

10am, Sun, 6 Plumb

6pm, Sun, Unit 3, 2-4 Stephens Street, Mission Beach

Churches of Christ Care

Tully Baptist Church,

Cardwell Baptist Church,

Life Church,

Innisfail Estate 6:30pm, Sun, Ladies Church

Church,

10am, Sun, 28-32 Townsville

31 33

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

Mission Beach Family

9 Change

HARD

Tully Family Church,

9:30am Sun, Shire Hall,

Baptist Churches Baptist Family Centre

9am, Sun, 2 Watkins St, Tully

Cardwell

28 Assistant

18 Of the kidneys

Churches of Christ

5 Urge to action

16 Unit of length

25 Tropical monkey

Devotional

1 Stop

14 painting

AOG / ACC /

Cardwell AOG,

24 Impudence (coll)

13 Grown-up

Across

12 Attic

AND CLUES

11 Hindu holy man

No. 12998

10 Gain by labour

Church, 6pm Vigil Mass, Sat 9am, Sun, 13 Mars St, Tully Our Lady Star of the Sea, 5pm Sun (except 1st Sunday), 121 Victoria St, Cardwell Ingham Region Catholic

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

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

Anglican Churches St Albans Anglican

Parishes:

Church,

St Patrick’s, 8:30am,

9am, Sun, 83 Rankin Street,

Sunday, 18 Abbott Street, Ingham St Peter’s, 7am, Sunday, 10 Scott Street, Halifax, Canossa Chapel, 10am,

Innisfail St John Anglican Church, 5pm, Sat, 2 Black Street, Tully John Oliver Feetham

Sunday, St Teresa’s College /

Pioneer Memorial

3819 Abergowrie Rd

9am, Sun, 45 Bruce Highway,

St Teresa’s, Trebonne, 10am

Cardwell St John Anglican Church,

Seventh Day Adventist

3pm, 3rd Sun of month, Motel

Seventh Day Adventist

Chapel, Kurrimine Beach

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

Holy Trinity (Ingham) 6 pm Saturday Service. 9:30 am, Sunday. 37 McIlwraith Street, Ingham All Souls,

Sat 9:30am Sabbath School,

7:30am, Sun, 10 Four Mile

Sat 11am, 1 Edward St, Tully

Road, Victoria Estate

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Bowls News TFNQDBA Bowls THE Champion of Club Champion Singles played out at Mareeba on August 6, with the finals at Mossman on August 7. The A Singles winner was S Henson who defeated M Frese 25 - 19. In the B Singles, S Heffernan 25 defeated D Daffy 19. The Zone finals for Singles, Pairs, Fours, Mixed Pairs, and 8-A Side will take place at the end of August at West Cairns. The District Pennants final took place on August 7 at Mossman. Division 1 between Mareeba versus Edge Hill saw Edge Hill win 72 - 45, whilst in Division 2 between Herberton and West Cairns, the win went to West Cairns.

Ingham Ladies Bowls COMPETITION results: Consistency Singles - J. Casanovas 150 v J. Craven 130. Social play - A. Foti, G. Cockrell, J. Fenoglio 16 v D. Gosney, M. Moore, E. Piotto 10. J. Johnson, M. Spano, L. DiBella 19 v D. Tomba, R. Doherty, P. Miguel 6. Competition next week, Championship Triples which was postponed from this week. Players required for Noorla Wednesday, August 24 - E. Piotto, N. Evans, P. Miguel, L. Melvin, J. Fenoglio, J. Casanovas, J. Craven, G. Cockrell.

winners for the day. At Lunch handmade quilts were presented to some of the Army members Raffles were drawn after the game. This Day is always a favourite with Tully Bowlers. In Club Consistency Joanne Townsend 152 v Bev Harrop 108. Gavin Buick 155 v Ray Downing 145. Our Jack Attack is commencing on Thursday night with 10 teams nominated. Should be a great night! Cheers!

Babinda Bowls SOCIAL bowls on Thursday, winners were Matt Lock, Les Maxwell & Ron Omodei, and runners-up were John Sheehan, Darryl Jensen & Jim Azzopardi. Social bowls on Sunday, winners were Jack, Alan & Ron, runner-up was Jordon, Ken & Natasha. Saturday, Gavin headed to Mareeba to play in the Champion of Club Champion Singles event. He defeated the Marlin Coast champion and then defeated the Yungaburra champ. A close encounter with the Mossman champion ensured but finally went down 26/22. Great effort, Gavin!! A ‘Girls night in’ social afternoon was held on Saturday, and a very successful time was had by all, raising money for cancer. On Sunday, August 28, we will host a Men’s 4’s event sponsored by Australia Norweld. We have room for a few more teams.

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Innisfail Men’s Bowls A FANTASTIC roll-up of bowlers for social bowls last Thursday afternoon, where the winning team was John Morrison, Ian Revie and new bowler Barry Anderson. New members and visitors are most welcome with names to be in by 12.30 pm for a 1.15 pm start. Last Saturday afternoon, 40 mixed bowlers filled the green for the club Patron’s Day hosted by John Morrison. The winning team was Eileen Hamann, Maisie Smith, Sam Pagano and Joan Atkinson, with Pam Anderson, Sam Micale, Greg Stewart and Bill Hoskins as runners-up. A game of Club Triples took place, and Bob Chaplain, Peter Smith and Sam Pagano defeated Allan Morrison, Sam Micale and Ted Dorrington. Players, please check the whiteboard for the Triples, Mixed Pairs and Consistency Singles draws. In the A-Grade Champion of Champions Singles, the eventual winner Steve Henson (Edge Hill), knocked out Innisfail’s Michael de Vries. Bob Chaplain suffered the same outcome in the B-Grade, knocked out by Steve Heffernan (Mossman). Just a reminder, the Men’s AGM is in August, whilst the Club AGM is on September 11. This Saturday is a Mixed Bowls afternoon sponsored by Rothnie’s Pharmacy. Names to be in by 1.00 pm. Club membership is now due for payment, so please see Gordon Goes.

Tully Bowls WEDNESDAY, August 3: 17 Bowlers enjoyed 18 Ends of 2-4-2. Team 1 Steve Davis/Judy Hood/ Val Zamora (15) v Team 2 Ray Downing/Dennis Shirlaw (15) Team 3 Jim Lindrea/Bev Harrop (8) v Team 4 Gavin Buick/Lynne Davis (16) Team 5 Des Roberts/Toni Buick (11) v Team 6 Peter Smith/Joan Mercer (31) Team 7 Michael Knight/Peter Batley (19) v Team 8 Joanne Townsend/ Peter Colombini (19) Winning Team was Peter Smith and Joan Mercer. Runner up Gavin Buick and Lyn Davis. Sunday, August 7. 26 Bowlers played 2 Games of 10 Ends on another lovely afternoon. Team 1Ray Downing/Bev Harrop/Velia (14) v Team 2 Gavin Buick/Judy Hood/ Donte Fitzsimmons (4) Team 3 Dennis Shirlaw/ Leno Ceccato/Pam Staier ((4) v Team 4 Robyn Brunello/Colleen Tennant/Rita Hudson (17) Team 5 Peter Smith/ Graham S/Joy Pears ((14) v Team 6 Lou Brunello/Rod Tennant/ Toni Bruick ((13) Team 7 Joanne Townsend/Des Roberts (7) v Team 8 John Taylor/Joey (9) Team 9 Scott/Joan Mercer. (14) V Team 10 Michael Knight/Rita Pezzutto (2). After Smoko Team 1 (10) v Team 3 (10). Team 2 (15) v Team 5 (3) Team 4. (11) v Team 6 (10) Team 7 (9) v Team 9 (11). Team 10 (7) v Team 8 (8). Winning Team. Robyn Brunello/ Colleen Tennant/Rita Hudson. Runner up Scott and Joan Mercer. Tully Bowls Club enjoyed a great game on Thursday 4th August with the Army and RSL members. 42 Bowlers took to the green with the Tully club joining with the RSL against the Army. Some very good bowls were played by the visitors. After 2 games RSL/Tully Bowls Club were the

Mixed bowlers took to the green last Saturday for the Innisfail Bowls Club Patron’s Day.

Club Patron John Morrison with winners Club Patron John Morrison (second from left) Maisie Smith, Eileen Hamann, Sam Pagano and with Greg Stewart, Sam Micale, Pam Anderson Joan Atkinson. and Bill Hoskins (runners up).

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Bowls News Ingham Bowls BAREFOOT bowls results for August 04, 2022: Dianne Tomba, Robyn Fascetti, & Alf Di Bella defeated Chris Johnson, Luisa Di Bella & John Piotto 20 – 10. Jan Johnson, Angie Foti & John Lone defeated Donna Gosney, Maria Moore & Danny Chappell 24 – 2. Men’s Friday afternoon Pairs results for August 5: Prize winning team was John Eddleston, Peter Herman & Tony Koop defeating Des Hoffman, Gary Brierley & Bill Dickie 25 – 10. John Holmes & Terry George defeated Stewart Scott & John Hamlyn 26 – 15. Kevin Walker & Ren Cantatore defeated Phil Wright & Russell Peterson 18 – 14. Alan Dow & Andrew Cole defeated Pat Ryan & Ian Muldowney 20 – 18. Results of the mixed social bowls played on the 7th of August. Prize winning team was: Joe Spampinato, John Eddleston & Peter Herman defeating Ron Salmon, Judy Fenoglio & John Hamlyn 23 - 11 (20 points to 7). Bev Eddleston, John Holmes & Kevin Walker defeated Maria Moore, Max Thompson & Tony Koop 18 points to 12 (18 points to 9). Angie Foti, Dave Horsley & Jim Oinen defeated Eric Dundas, Janese Craven & Ren Cantatore 18 - 13 (18 points to 9). Men’s Competition Results: Congratulations Dwain Piotto on winning B Grade Singles for 2022 defeating Russell Peterson 25 – 19. Congratulations to Glen Torrisi & Brad Wilson on winning Open Pairs for 2022 defeating Trevor Pallanza & Frank Pallanza 21 – 12. Congratulations to John Piotto, Alf Di Bella, Ren Cantatore & Rico Bassaglia on winning the Open Fours for 2022 defeating Gary Brierley, Pat Ryan, Peter Herman & Andrew Cole 20 - 13 This week at our club: Call 47762117 if you wish to play any of the following games: Thursday... Barefoot Bowls between 6 pm - 8 pm Names into the club before 5:30 pm Friday.... Men’s Pairs at 2 :15 pm Nominations to be into the club before 1:45 pm P Ryan on Pairs Duty Roster. Sunday... Mixed Social Bowls at 1:30 pm Names into the club before 12:30 pm Bar Roster: C Johnson Social Selectors: L Mahon & A Di Bella

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SPORT Silkwood Bowls WEDNESDAY, August 3, 2022 a game of pairs with Team Denise Charman & Michael Mazeika defeating team Rex Williams & Anna Della Bella 20 to18. Team Ron Giveen & John Shephard defeated by Paul Vinton & Shirley Noble 38 to 10. Triple game with Neil Lawrence, Lee-ann Mayell & Jenny Dalmer defeating David Blackburn, Barbara O’Connell & Delmo Tarditi 26 to 16. Team Jim Dalmer, Tim Wallis & Cyril Large were defeated by team Barry Green, Steve O’Connell & Ann Hollingsworth 22 to 18. Len Charman our A Grade club Champion & Rex Williams our B Grade Champion both competed in the champion of champion playoffs at Mareeba, both bowlers played well but were unable to progress further. Well done to men. Sunday, August 7, 2022, we had Atherton Bowls Club come for the Annual Arthur Davis Shield. Silkwood had 3 wins & 1 draw with a score of 86 and Atherton had 6 wins & 1 draw with a score of 131. Congratulations to Atherton Bowls Club. Our social days are Wednesday & Sundays with sign in at 1 pm for a 1.30 pm start. Due to unforeseen changes which may occur with our social days due to competitions and weather we encourage you to contact the club on the number below for all enquires. NO Friday Night Barefoot bowls or BBQ. Lawn bowls why not come along to one of our social days. It’s friendly, it’s fun, and if you are new to the area then this is a great way to meet new friends. All locals & visitors welcome. For all enquires contact the club on 0475759808 or follow on our Facebook page.

ANOTHER busy week on our course last week, with 4x comps being played, culminating with the 2nd round of the Ladies Pennants. The following Results: Tuesday 2nd August Club Stableford: Winner - Dave Rogers 36, followed on a c/back with Rhys Camilleri r/up with Ken Gear 3rd, both on 34. Rhys then took the NTP Mens #2/11 and Dave taking the All-In NTP #4/13. Ladies NTP #5/14 - Hipas Donald, with the Approach

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THIS past week at SJBC we had our first trial run trial run of Tuesday, August 2 afternoon bowls. We had 12 bowlers on the green all from different clubs. Jeff Hamond was there putting them through a few different drills and then they had an enjoyable afternoon of bowls. For more information about Tuesday afternoon contact Kiwi on 0428602807 or the club. Saturday afternoon August 6, was the start of our once a month mens only bowls. A bit of a slow start with only 10 bowlers but I’m sure it will improve dramatically. The winning team for the afternoon was Albert Holder, Tony Burns and John Phillips. Sunday social bowls was held on the August 7, the winners for the afternoon with 2 wins +3 was David Leach, Serjo Dellaposa and Albert Holder. The runners up were Roy McCarthy, Peter Smith, and Wally Kriesel. An enjoyable afternoon was held by all, the jackpot never went off so now is up to $342. Friday night Barefoot bowls will be held on August 19 contact Stephen on 0408384579 or Tim on 0457981111 for further details. Sausage sizzle and raffle and definitely a good time guarantied. See you on the green soon!

Innisfail Ladies Bowls THE final of the Open Championship Singles saw last year’s winner Maisie Smith defeat Lyn Stevenson 26 - 8. Four social games played out and Dell Steve, Diana O’Brien and Louise Hoskins had two wins for a total of 30. Helen Paterson, Bev Bandiera and Sue Morrison had one win and a draw for a total of 24. Dian Catelan, Jan Dunn and Pam Anderson had two losses for a total of 12. Ann Rule, Caterina Cook and Jan Edgerton/Daphne Kirkman had a draw and a loss for a total of 11. All who participated in the Patron’s Day last Saturday enjoyed the day, especially the winning team of Eileen Hamann, Maisie Smith, Sam Pagano and Joan Atkinson. Ladies are looking forward to being involved in a game sponsored by George Kotzas (Rothnie’s Pharmacy) tomorrow, August 13. The Ladies AGM will take place next Wednesday, August 17 at 11.30am. Ladies need to BYO lunch and Jan Dunn is on afternoon tea duties. Nominations are open for the TFNQDLBA Graded Fours at South Johnstone Bowls Club on August 29.

shot #8/17 going to Bruce Salter. Sporters 4/8 played the 1st 9 S'ford - Winner: Wayne Kimberley 24 - Jaxson Piner r/up 23, with Wayne Bolton 3rd on 20. Least Putts won by Kenny Ahmed on 14.

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NTP's: #1 Gavin Camilleri - #2 Fran Lomas - #3 Rod Rackley - #4 Paul Marland The Approach #7 Tony Gray [to within 2cm of the hole] with the Approach #9 Bruce Salter. Winners thank Karen/ACME Insurance for her sponsorship last Thursday. Saturday, August 6 we played our Monthly Medal with Men’s Winner: Walter Miller 62 Nett - R/Up Troy Kopp 64 Nett. Ladies Winner: Marie Pavan 65 Nett - R/Up Hipas Donald 70 Nett. Troy also took NTP #2/11 Men’s - Lindsay Perkins

The All-In #4/13 - Hipas Donald the Ladies #5/14. The Club thank Brothers Leagues/Innisfail for their sponsorship of our Monthly Medal. The Stewy Worth best Gross went to Troy Kopp! Sunday was the 2nd round of the Ladies Pennants with a very close finish - we tied with Cardwell on 124 points, with Tully 3rd on 121. There is only 1 point difference on the leaderboard at this stage between the clubs: Cardwell 17 - Tully 16 - El Arish 15. Saturday, August 13 is an interesting comp sponsored by Gavin Camilleri - we play a 4BBB Captains Joker – choose partner. Join in the challenge: Rego 12.00 - Draw 12.15 - Tee Off 12.30.

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Golf News Tully Golf SATURDAY, August 6, Monthly Medal: Saturday, August 6 was Monthly Medal Stroke Day sponsored by Hotel Tully. Thanks to them we had a terrific day which began with summery sunshine and the Monthly Medal shirt went to..... 1st Maurie Smith 68 nett-Good score off a 17 handicap! 2nd Wade Henderson 70 nett 3rd Tane Takai 71 nett 4th Tanu Wulf 71 nett NTP's 2/11 Steve Wells and Kim Milini 7/16 Steve Gorrie and Kim Robertson Thursday BAIDA Chickens Sporters: 9 Hole Kevin Edwards 20 6 Hole Phil Baron 15 Rundowns Brice Henry 19 Kim Robertson 18 (C/B) Putts... Kevin Edwards 12 NTP's 2/11 Brice Henry 7/16 Steve Wells 9/18 B Grade Tane Takai 9/18 C Grade D Sanderson

Tropical Coast District Veteran Golfers THIS week’s game scheduled for Tully was cancelled due to wet conditions. Next week’s game (August 16) was scheduled to be in Babinda but this has been changed and it will now be held in Tully. This will replace the cancelled game on Tuesday, August 9. It is an 18-hole Stableford competition. Please be there by 8.30am for a 9.00am start. The following week (Tuesday, August 23) is in Ingham and is the return visit by Rowes Bay.

Ingham Golf Club INGHAM Golf Club has been selected to host both A & B Grade Men’s Stroke Pennants on the October long weekend, with matches occurring on Sunday 2 & Monday 3. In addition, we have also nominated teams in both B Grade and A Grade. The Pennants are a longstanding golf tradition in which, as a golf club, we have competed and done well in the past. With many having fond memories

over the years, it offers a rare chance to take on other clubs head-to-head in a match-play format. If you are interested in playing, nominations forms for both grades are available at the clubhouse this weekend. Please note you will not be eligible for the B grade team if your GA handicap is below 9.5, with anyone above this GA being eligible for the B Grade team. Teams will be selected based on handicaps and interest to travel in future years. Upcoming Events: August 13 – Single Stableford August 14 - Cosca Pairs Championship Rnd 3 – 4Ball Aggregate August 20 – Single Stableford August 21 – 4BBB Stableford August 27 – Single Stableford August 28 – Hotel Hinchinbrook August Monthly Medal Results: Saturday Competition July 30, 2022, Single Stroke Winner: Les Rolling (69 nett) R/Up: Sam Scuderi 70 nett) Rundown – Steve Finn, Ian Swarbrick, Brian Scanlon (all 72 nett) Sunday – Bricks and Penny’s Players Championship Round 4. July 31, 2022, Single Stableford Winner: Ian Swarbrick (38 points C/B) R/Up: Sam Scuderi (38 points C/B) Rundown: Michael Fluerty (38), Cam West (37), Scott Lane (36 C/B), Elio Dibella (36) Women’s Competition: On Wednesday, August 3, 2022, we played a Stableford event for Carol DiBella and Bruna Quadrio’s trophy. Partners were drawn after the game to find the 4BBB Aggregate winners. The winners were Wendy Gibson (31) and Sue Cameron (31), totalling 62 points. Our thanks go to Bruna and Carol for providing the prizes. The course was in terrific condition and our thanks to the volunteers for this. Other results were: Julie Reed (31) and Bruna Quadrio (28) – 59 points Deb Giles (29) and Ruth Saint (24) - 53 points Eva Milgate (27) and Lesley Beltrame (23) – 50 points The pin shots were: Last shot #1/15: Eva Milgate Longest Putt #3/17: Deb Giles Next week’s game (17/08/22) is the MacDonald Cup round 2, a Stableford event.

SPORT Innisfail Golf Club MORE sunshine prevailed for last weekend’s Monthly Medal and Tri-Club Challenge at Gordonvale. Thanks to the grounds crew for their work in preparing the course; always appreciated. The Vandeleur & Todd Solicitors Innisfail Open is just around the corner on September 3 - 4. The course will be in tip-top condition for play. Nomination forms are available at the bar. IGC Rules & Etiquette July’s winner - Jeff McGrath Last Week’s Quiz During the Innisfail Classic, Kevin swings at and misses the wrong ball. What is the ruling? A - There is no penalty B - Kevin receives two penalty strokes, and the stroke at the wrong ball is counted. C - Kevin receives two penalty strokes however the actual missed stroke is disregarded. Answer - C. Since the player made a stroke at the wrong ball, Kevin gets a general penalty (2 strokes in stroke play) Rule6.3c. This week’s Quiz During the Monthly Medal, instead of recording his usual signature on his score card, Patto records his initials. What is the ruling? A - Patto is disqualified B - The penalty is disqualification, which may be waived by the match committee. C - There is no penalty Wednesday’s All Sporters 9-hole competition on July 27 was fierce and 20 points got players in the run down. Terry Saunders and Geoff Johnston battled it out and tied on 22 points. Results 1st: Geoff Johnston 22pts c/b 2nd: Terry Saunders 22pts 3rd: Jim Ferguson 21pts NTP - Jake Cockle Fresh from a spell, Bryce Hoad gave the field a whooping and won all the skins in Friday’s Sporters competition on July 29. 1st: Bryce Hoad 23pts 2nd: Ryan Thwaite 19pts 3rd: Addi Butorac 19pts NTP - Jake Cockle A huge thank you to Glenn and Jo for their continued support over the years, and club members wish them well on their trips down south. Anticipation was in the air during the draw for everyone’s partners for the shotgun start in the Barrier Reef Motel 2 Ball Ambrose on July 30.

Friday, August 12, 2022 An interesting combination group was pulled out of the hat, but everyone had fun. Seeing new members get out for a round and enjoy the day was fantastic. One thing about a shotgun start is the field starts and finishes around the same time, so everyone can reminisce about the crucial shots of the round and share a cold beverage or two. Scoring was electric, the course was in excellent condition, and the greens ran fast. The teams needed better than 67 nett to get in the prize haul. Glenn Powell and Andrew Rose shot a par round and finished in seventh place. Luke Peters and Ian Saunderson did the same and finished in sixth place. The ring-in crew of Colin Lyons, Stephen Lyons and Rob Mills finished in fourth place, whilst John Slater and Jake Cockle finished in third place. Allan Gould and Ian McDonald had the only sub-par round and finished second. Congratulations to Jack Johnston and James Scullen for taking out first place, with a barnstorming back nine of two under. Results 1st: Jack Johnston/James Scullen 62.75 nett 2nd: Ian McDonald/Allan Gould 63.5 nett 3rd: John Slater/Jake Cockle 63.75 nett Junior golfers are preparing for the Innisfail Junior Open on August 21. Please visit the Innisfail Golf Club Facebook page to keep up with golf around the region.

Upcoming Events Wednesday All Sporters competition - from 12.00 pm and 3.00 pm groups of 4 permitted Friday Sporters competition - from 12.00 pm and 2 pm online bookings August 21 - Innisfail Junior Open September 3 - 4 - Vandeleur & Todd Solicitors Innisfail Open

Allan Gould teamed up with Ian McDonald and finished second in the Barrier Reef Motel 2 Ball Ambrose.

Bryce Hoad won Friday’s Sporters competition on July 29.

Geoff Johnston won Wednesday’s Sporters competition on July 27.

Ian McDonald teamed up with Allan Gould and finished second in the Barrier Reef Motel 2 Ball Ambrose on July 30.

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South Johnstone lawn bowlers win inaugural District 8-A-Side competition MARIA GIRGENTI SOUTH Johnstone lawn bowlers are inaugural winners of the new District 8-A-Side competition, which has replaced Mixed Pennants. Last year, Bowls Queensland established a new State-wide Interclub State 8 A-Side, which commenced in 2022, starting at Club, through to District level, then onto Group playoffs, culminating in State Finals. This State 8 A-Side Event encompasses club sides of four women and four men contesting women’s pairs, men’s pairs and mixed fours disciplines. Each club wishing to enter a side will have an intraclub playoff if needed; if a club only has one side nominated, they will progress. Successful club sides will then advance to District playoffs, with the winning club side then advancing to group playoffs. The TFNQD Eight-A-Side competition featured Innisfail, South Johnstone, Silkwood and Tully teams (Section 1) and Atherton, Mareeba and Yungaburra (Section 2), Brothers Edmonton, Marlin Coast, Edge Hill and Cairns (Section 3), whose fours and pairs

teams played three games before the semi-finals. July 24 - District 8 a Side results for three sections In the semi-final, section 1 winner - South Johnstone, competed against a qualifier, Marlin Coast. South Johnstone prevailed as convincing winners with a total score of 81 - 45 and secured a spot in the final. In the other semi-final, Section 2 winner Mareeba was up against Section 3 winner Edge Hill, as the qualifier came out of Section 3. Edge Hill, with a total score of 78, defeated Mareeba 42 and met South Johnstone in the final. July 31 - District 8-A-Side Finals Gordonvale After the three games, South Johnstone finished as winners with a total score of 69 over Edge Hill 48. South Johnstone winners: Fours: Shane McInerney, Tony Burns, Jenny Burns and Cathy Hitchings Women’s Pairs: Louise Hoskins and Anna Rowbotham Men’s Pairs: Kevin Deegan and Kevin Foord South Johnstone will play in the Zone Final on August 25 at Edge Hill, with the winner to play the winner of

the Mount Isa versus Townsville (North Queensland) game. The successful club side from each of the eight Group playoffs will contest the State 8 A-Side Finals held at Tweed Heads Bowls Club from November 3 - 4.

South Johnstone lawn bowlers who won the inaugural District 8-A-Side competition: Shane McInerney,Tony Burns, Jenny Burns, Cathy Hitchings, Louise Hoskins, Anna Rowbotham, Kevin Deegan and Kevin Foord. Photo: Peter Christopher.

Local boxers crowned champions at the 2022 Golden Gloves Titles MARIA GIRGENTI FOR the first time in a decade, this year’s prestigious Sunstate Amateur Boxing League Golden Gloves Titles took place on the Tablelands hosted by Bryde’s Boxing Gym at Mareeba Turf Club on July 22 - 23, which drew hundreds of patrons over the two days. The action-packed weekend featured stacks of cracking fights with 14 elimination bouts on Friday night, followed by 19 final battles on Saturday. Only one member of Babinda Boxing Club fought, as Kevin Simpson Jnr did not get a match-up in his 15-16 years Junior 67kg division; however, he did receive a gold medal for a walkover. Whilst Simpson did not get a matchup at the Golden Gloves. This did not

Dakoda Masina from Babinda Boxing Club stepped into the ring for her debut exhibition bout at Yarrabah’s inaugural boxing tournament on August 6.

mean he earned a walkover for his division and is automatically the Golden Gloves winner for his class. Simpson really wanted to earn it in the ring; however, this proved problematic when no one would step up to fight him, or there was no one for him to step up to. Each week, he always puts the hard yards for the sport he loves, stepping up and fighting older and heavier opponents, so he is well-deserving of the 2022 Golden Gloves title. Sanraj Singh Grewal, aged 13, from Babinda Boxing Club, had a match-up with Kieran Kanters from SAS in the 51kg School Boys Novice Division and secured the win after two stoppages in the second round.

Kevin Simpson from Babinda Boxing Club is the 15 -16 years 67kg Junior Golden Gloves Titles champion.

In the finals, Singh Grewal fought Jake Hine from Hawks Boxing Townsville and won the bout after a second-round stoppage to claim the championship title. He also received the Overall Junior Boxer trophy. Singh Grewal competed at last weekend’s inaugural boxing tournament hosted by Choppy’s Boxing Club at Yarrabah, and he and Simpson are looking to represent Queensland at the State Titles later this year. At Yarrabah, Dakoda Masina, aged 13 from Babinda Boxing Club, who has been training hard for a year, competed in her debut exhibition bout against Trinity Shaw, aged 16 from Hawks Boxing Townsville and did herself proud.

Babinda Boxing Club’s Sanraj Singh Grewal won the Sunstate Queensland School Boys 51kg Novice Class Golden Gloves title.

After not stepping foot in the boxing ring for over six years, Kyle and Brodie Mayocchi from Fusion Fight and Fitness Innisfail made an appearance at the Golden Gloves Titles. In the Intermediate Male 78kg division, Kyle Mayocchi fought Jed Stanford from Shock Boxing over four two-minute rounds and won his elimination bout. In the final, he fought Riley Allan from Old School Boxing but lost the bout via a split decision and finished with a silver medal. With no match-up in his Under 18 division, Brodie Mayocchi stepped up to the Adult 81kg division to gain valuable fight experience. In the final, over four two-minute rounds, he won unanimously over a formidable opponent, Riley Candy from Dreams Boxing. He claimed the 2022 Sunstate Queensland Golden Gloves Adult 81kgs champion. Special guest, ex-Australian Welterweight Champion Harry Grogan, presented medals at the titles. Former world boxing champion Omari Kimweri - ‘Lion Man,’ a triple world and one Australian title holder who represented Tanzania at the 2006 Commonwealth Games also attended.

Local boxers, Kyle Mayocchi, Kevin Simpson and Brodie Mayocchi.

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Three wins and a draw for Innisfail United Football teams STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARIA GIRGENTI FOOTBALL action kicked off last Friday under lights at Castor Park, Mourilyan with Innisfail United Football Club Under 23 Women’s and Division 2 Men’s teams up against Southside and Leichhardt in the next round of Far North and Gulf fixtures. Two goals by Malorie Haworth in the Under 23 Women’s game saw Innisfail cling on for a 2 1 victory over Southside, whilst the Division 2 Men’s

team had a dominant 9 - 1 win against Leichhardt. It was a scoring feast for Innisfail’s Division 2 team with three goals for Damien Musumeci and a double for both Glen Numalo and Tyler Purcell in their dominant 9 - 1 win over Leichhardt. Football Queensland Premier League - Far North and Gulf results: August 5 - Steve Corica Oval, Mourilyan Innisfail United Under 23 Women’s vs Southside Comets

Lesania Alilitmeleun (right) in action for Innisfail’s Under 23 Women’s team against Southside.

Malorie Haworth scored two goals for Innisfail’s Under 23 Women’s team against Southside last Friday.

Full-time: 2 -1 win to Innisfail Goals: Malorie Haworth 2 Innisfail United Division 2 Men’s vs Leichhardt Full time: 9 - 1 win to Innisfail Goals: Damien Musumeci 3 Glen Numalo 2 Tyler Purcell 2 Paul Piccolo Don Mansale August 6 - Walker Road, Edmonton

Innisfail United Under 13 vs Southside Comets Full time: 0 - 2 loss to Innisfail Innisfail United Under 14 vs Southside Full time: 5 - 3 win to Innisfail Goals: Reed Bonassi 5 August 7 - Steve Corica Oval Innisfail United Division Under 23 Men’s vs Edge Hill

Goals: Jacob Vecchio Jacob Moloney Innisfail United Under 23 Women’s vs Edge Hill Full time: 0 - 2 loss to Innisfail Innisfail United Under 18 vs Edge Hill Full time: 0 - 10 loss to Innisfail Innisfail United Under 16 vs Edge Hill Full time: 1 - 5 loss to Innisfail

Results:

John Cunningham Innisfail United Premier Men’s vs Edge Hill Full time: 3 - 4 loss to Innisfail Goals: Ricky Tuigaloa 2 Ezekiel Saour Innisfail United Premier Women’s vs Edge Hill Full time: 0 - 18 loss to Innisfail

Full time: 2 - 2 draw

Last Friday,Tyler Purcell (right) scored two goals for Innisfail in their dominant win over Leichhardt.

Innisfail’s Tahlia Smith (right) and a Southside player in the Under 23 Women’s game.

Innisfail’s Damien Musumeci (third from right) netted three goals in the Division 2 Men’s game against Leichhardt.

Silkwood Clay Target Club’s Charity Flash Target Shoot results A FIELD of 40 shooters participated in Silkwood Clay Target Club’s Charity Flash Target shoot on August 7 in overcast weather conditions, which included a competitor from Western Australia and two shooters from Mackay.

Goal:

Jar Smaniotto, Aaron Lemphers, Peter Robertson, Angelo Russo and Ned Di Salvo - all 25/25

AA - 1st: Ron Gough 150/150; 2nd: Jar Smaniotto 161/161; 3rd: Bryan Sanderson 160/161 (Shoot off)

A - 1st: Andrew Casella, Mark Stella and Frank Scamnello - all 25/25

A - 1st: Santo Greco 149/150; 2nd: Alex Seawright 147/150; 3rd: Andrew Casella 139/150

B - 1st: John Stella, Barry Lansdown and Arthur Ward - 23/25

Event 1 - 25 Target Double Barrel (Cash Divide)

C - 1st: Megan Wilkins 25/25; 2nd: Peter Neilsen 24/25

B - 1st: Barry Lansdown 147/150; 2nd: Arthur Ward 143/150; 3rd: Liane Robertson 142/150

AA - 1st: Paul Crapella, Ron Gough,

Event 2 - 50 Target Point Score

C - 1st: Megan Wilkins 138/150; 2nd: Joe

Collins 132/150; 3rd: Emma Thurston 129/150 Event 3 - 50 Target Continental AA - 1st: Ron Gough 50/50; 2nd: Jar Smaniotto 49/50; 3rd: Aaron Lemphers 58/60 (Shoot off) A - 1st: Peter Threlfall 50/53; 2nd: Santo Greco 49/53; 3rd: Frank Scamnello 47/51 (Shoot off) B - 1st: Barry Lansdown 50/50; 2nd: Michael Heidenreich 49/50; 3rd: Arthur Ward 48/50 C - 1st: Joe Collins 48/50; 2nd: Charles Collins 47/50; 3rd: Emma Thurston 45/51 (Shoot off)

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wannabes. When David Fifita missed Origin selection this year, I thought maybe it was a mistake, but that being said, I wouldn't pick him in my team, such is his lack of balls.

Muriata AS the end of the National Rugby League, 2022 season draws to a close, like my time at KFC and Hungry Jacks, it's time to sift through the major disappointments that kept me up most nights since the Neighbours finale. But, like Guy Pierce's comeback and feel-good ending for the show, I will not be giving our lollies to the teams that failed to aim up, so here goes. First on uncle Larry's hit list is the Gold Coast Titans. Back in 1989, I owned a dog that could sit on a seat while basically talking to me in five different languages, and he still had more belief and talent than this bunch of

I always believe the worst thing to ever come out of Queensland were jellyfishes, but I take that back cause the Titans lead that now. The next team in the firing line would have to be the Newcastle Knights of the Hunter region. I thought the new Zinger burger was a letdown, and then I saw these blokes. With legends like the Johns brothers and the Chief making this club a powerhouse, it's an embarrassing circus show now. Hopefully, they will turn it around. Be sure to catch next week's blunt assessment of the other has beens. As the stars aligned for the big Cassowary Coast derby between the Tully Tigers and their northern cousins, the Innisfail Leprechauns, at Callender Park last Saturday night, it was a great night to see some

live-action footy. All games were action-packed, and although my Tigers didn't get the chocolates, I will reserve my column for a special mention for a great man. Last Saturday night, Leps legend and club stalwart Robbie Harren got a farewell sendoff befitting the man. As the Tigers players walked off after A grade, an idea flashed before me to grab our players to form a tunnel for the great man. All the players joined in as we set the black and gold jerseys up. No, I'm not looking for any praise or thank yous. Still, I think any football players who give excellent service for a long period of time deserve that reception. In an era where players jump ships almost monthly, here's a player who only wanted to play for his town and give everything, which he did. To Robbie Harren, on behalf of the Tully Rugby League Football Club, fans and former player, mat, well done and thank you for your excellent service to the game.

Cassowary Coast athletes shine at LAQ Winter Carnival MARIA GIRGENTI TWELVE members of Coast Athletics Club competed at the two-day LAQ Coles Winter Carnival held at Townsville Sports Reserve from June 25 - 26, which attracted 300 athletes from across the State, the biggest event in a decade. Sailah D’Urso, Mary Bryan, Adalee Swenson, Dominic Bryan, Ella Croatto, Jaxen Swenson, Siena

Torrisi, Brady Devaney, Ruby Torrisi, Quinn Devaney, Elle Gracie and Braxton D’Urso performed in good spirits and displayed outstanding sportsmanship. Athletes brought home a swag of medals, many personal bests were achieved, and meet records were broken. Braxton D’Urso achieved Winter best performances/ records in 200m (1st - 29.30 sec PB), 400m (1st 1:05.18 sec - record and PB), 800m (1st - 2:35.93 sec PB) and High Jump (2nd - 1.26m PB) events. Cassowary Coast results:

Sailah D’Urso (Under 8 Girls) 1 x 1st (Long Jump) 1 x 3rd (200m) Ella Croatto (Under 10 Girls) 4 x Gold (High Jump 0.85m; 400m; 60m Hurdles 60cm; 800m) 2 x Bronze (100m; 200m) Elle Gracie (Under 12 Girls) 3 x Gold (Discus 750g; Shot Put 2kg; Javelin 400g) Siena Torrisi (Under 12 Girls) 2 x Silver (Discus 750g; Shot Put 2kg) Dominic Bryan (Under 9 Boys) 1 x Silver (60m Hurdles 45cm) 1 x Bronze (Shot Put 2kg) Ruby Torrisi (Under 10 Girls) 2 x Gold (Discus 500g; Shot Put 2kg) Brady Devaney (Under 11 Boys) 1 x Bronze (Shot Put 2kg) Braxton D’Urso (Under 11 Boys) 5 x Gold (100m; 400m; Long Jump; 200m; 800m) 1 x Silver (High Jump 1.00m) Quinn Devaney (Under 12 Boys) PBs in Triple Jump and Long Jump 1 x Gold 80m Hurdles 68cm) 1 x Silver (Triple Jump) 1 x Bronze (Long Jump) Mary Bryan (Under 7 Girls) 1 x 1st (70m) Jaxen Swenson (Under 10 Boys) 2 x Bronze (70m; 60m Hurdles 60cm)

Cassowary Coast athletes who competed at the Winter Carnival in Townsville.

Dominic Bryan won two medals.

CCA members Braxton D’Urso, Brady Devaney, Jaxen Swenson and Quinn Devaney.

Ruby Torrisi with her gold medals for discus and shot put.

Elle Gracie with her trifecta of gold medals in the throwing events.

Last month, athletes competed in the Coral Coast Carnival held at Barlow Park, Cairns and the Tolga Pentathlon last Sunday, August 7, hosted by the Tablelands Athletics Club.

Mary Bryan competing in the sprints.

Braxton D’Urso with the six medals he won at the Winter Carnival.

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Innisfail United Football Club’s Under 23 Men’s team wins inaugural championship MARIA GIRGENTI

INNISFAIL United Football Club has created history after their Under 23 Men’s team became Football Queensland’s inaugural Far North & Gulf League Cup champions. Innisfail played Edge Hill in the final at Endeavour Park, Edge Hill, on Saturday, July 30, in a tight contest with the scores

locked up at 1 - 1 at halftime. After full time, both teams finished with a 2 - 2 scoreline, which remained the same after extra time. Innisfail’s goal scorers: Kye Goatham and Kalomarona Taea, Ethan Crossland, Jacob Vecchio, and Fredy Schneiders (penalty shoot-out). For the second time in four years, the game went to a penalty shoot-out with all the pressure on the shoulders of Innisfail’s goalkeeper Elliott Ferguson. Ferguson, who attends Professional Goalkeeper Tuition Academy in Cairns, kept his composure and his clean hands held onto one kick; then, at full stretch, his glove deflected another penalty kick and sealed the thrilling 5 - 3 win for Innisfail. Innisfail’s Under 23 Men’s FNG

League Cup champions: Elliott Ferguson (goalkeeper), Ezekiel Saour, Chris Lizzio, Kye Goatham, Ethan Crossland, Matthew Piccolo, Cameron Epong, Jacob Vecchio, Kalomarona Taea, Jacob Moloney, Christopher Clauss, Steglar Garae, Thomas Herbert, Trevor Mael, Paul Diprose and Fredy Schneiders. Coach: Alex Ihnatiuc and Team manager: Cameron Ferguson. Last month, Elliott Ferguson and Myles Howard from Professional Goalkeeper Tuition Academy attended the State School Boys Under 17 - 19 and Under 13 - 16 Soccer Championships in Maroochydore over four days. In the Under 16 Boys final, Edge Hill won 3 - 0 after a forfeit by Redlynch Strikers, whilst Edge Hill’s Senior Women’s team defeated Leichhardt by

5 - 1 to claim the championship title. Stratford Dolphins defeated Edge Hill 2 - 1 and claimed the Under 18 championship, whilst Marlin Coast Rangers secured the Senior Men’s championship with a 2 - 1 victory over Southside Comets. Far North & Gulf League Cup champions: Under 16 Boys - Edge Hill United Football Club Under 18 Boys - Stratford Dolphins Football Club Under 23 Boys - Innisfail United Football Club Senior Women - Edge Hill United Football Club Senior Men - Marlin Coast Rangers Football Club

Elliott Ferguson (goalkeeper) and Thomas Herbert were the youngest players in the victorious Innisfail United’s Under 23 Men’s team.

Brett Howard (left) from Professional Goalkeeper Tuition Academy with Innisfail’s goalkeeper Elliott Ferguson.

Innisfail United Under 23 Men’s team - Football Queensland’s Far North & Gulf League Cup champions.

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Fishing News

RoLy Newton

FINALLY, we managed a weekend with reasonable boating conditions. All the boat ramp car and trailer parks were full to overflowing as a result of anglers heading out to the reefs and islands for fun and hopefully getting fresh fish on the table. The larger boats that headed out to the main reefs managed reasonable numbers of Coral Trout, Red Throat Emperor and mixed reef fish. The Spanish Mackerel were also around in numbers, with most boats catching 1 or 2 fish by floating baits out in the current behind the boat while bottom fishing. The Large and Small Mouth Nannygai were also around in numbers, with plenty of quality fish caught from the deep water shoals and reefs. Unfortunately, the Bull Sharks were also present in numbers. The Bull Sharks population has exploded over the last ten years, possibly at the expense of other species such as Tigers and Hammerheads. They are definitely more aggressive than the other species, and once they take hooked fish, you have no choice but to move on and hope you can find another school. Over the last week, there have been numerous whale sightings with the massive mammals regularly swimming up to stationary boats and giving delighted anglers a rare close-up encounter. There was even a Whale Shark sighting, a very rare event in our local waters. I have only seen one locally, and that was 30 years ago. Closer in, the rubble patches and contour lines wide of the islands fished reasonably well for Spanish, Spotty and School Mackerel. Not the massive schools of the past; however, most boats were pleased with their efforts. The close-in reefs and islands fished well for Grass Sweetlip, Coral Trout, Striped sea Perch and Gold Spot Cod. There were also reasonable numbers of Spanish and School (Doggy) Mackerel caught around the coastal islands and headlands. Again Bull Sharks were a problem. Most anglers took advantage of the great boating conditions and headed wide; however, a few anglers stayed closer to shore and fished the estuaries. The reports that have come in have been positive, with the numbers of Barra and Mangrove Jacks caught increasing as water temperatures begin to rise. Water temperatures in the coastal creeks are now getting

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YETI NORDIC PURPLE AND BLUE IN STORE NOW

info@wettropictimes.com.au PO Box 1100, TULLY, 4854 70 Butler Street, TULLY up to around 24 degrees during the day's heat, and switched-on anglers can find pockets of even warmer water. Those bait fishing the estuaries are finding good numbers of Bream, Flathead and a few legal school Grunter. The Grunter numbers should increase in the estuaries in the second half of the month. A few Mud Crabs are still caught in the creeks, and the Blue Swimmers are on the beaches. The fishing in the freshwater reaches of the coastal creeks is still challenging; however, anglers are still managing some Barra, Sooty Grunter and the occasional Jungle Perch by fishing through the heat of the afternoon. At the time of writing this report(early in the week), the forecast is for reasonable wind conditions over this coming weekend; unfortunately, they also forecast light rain, especially on Saturday. Anglers wishing to head out wide will need an up-todate forecast before heading out. Either side of the early morning high tide is perfect for fishing for Grunter in the creeks or along the drop-offs in the Hinchinbrook region. I also like the early morning run in tide to fish for Mangrove Jacks and Barra. Unfortunately, we have a very low tide late in the afternoon, which will cause access problems to many of our coastal creeks and ramps. Boats will have to be out of the water early afternoon or stay on into the evening. Good Fishing Roly Newton Tackle World Tully

TIDE TIMES LUCINDA AUGUST FRI 12

SAT 13

SUN 14

MON 15

3:39 am 0.76m 9:02 am 2.84m 3:12 pm 0.15m 9:52 pm 3.8m 4:19 am 0.79m 9:48 am 2.81m 3:53 pm 0.3m 10:31 pm 3.62m 5:01 am 0.9m 10:34 am 2.69m 4:33 pm 0.59m 11:10 pm 3.33m 5:46 am 1.05m 11:25 am 2.52m

TUE 16

WED 17

THU 18

JOHNSTONE RIVER AUGUST FRI 12

SAT 13

SUN 14

MON 15

4:21 am 0.8m 9.25 am 2.45m 3:57 pm 0.2m 10:14 pm 3.28m 5:01 am 0.82m 10:09 am 2.43m 4:40 pm 0.32m 10:53 pm 3.15m 5:41 am 0.89m 10:53 am 2.35m 5:22 pm 0.57m 11:30 pm 2.91m 6:25 am 1.00m

TUE 16

WED 17

THU 18

HULL HEADS AUGUST

FRI 12

SAT 13

SUN 14

MON 15

Roly Newton with a very nice queen fish caught north of Weipa.

5:15 pm 0.96m 11:49 pm 2.97m 6:41 am 1.2m 12:24 pm 2.33m 6:02 am 1.38m 12:31 am 2.58m 8:01 pm 1.31m 1:50 pm 2.2m 7:35 pm 1.76m 1:28 am 2.21m 9:35 am 1.32m 4:31 pm 2.27m 11:21 pm 1.78m

3:27 am 0.64m 9:18 pm 2.91m 3:18 pm 0.1m 10:02 pm 3.85m 4:06 am 0.67m 10:03 am 2.89m 3:58 pm 0.26m 10:40 pm 3.68m 4:48 am 0.79m 10:48 am 2.78m 4:38 pm 0.55m 11:18 pm 3.39m 5:32 am 0.97m 11:37 am 2.61m

TUE 16

WED 17

THU 18

11:40 am 2.21m 6:05 am 0.89m 12:08 am 2.62m 7:13 am 1.12m 12:37 pm 2.05m 6:55 pm 1.25m 12:48 am 2.28m 8:19 am 1.22m 2:16 pm 1.93m 8:12 pm 1.59m 1:41 am 1.98m 10:03 am 10.03m 5:03 pm 5.03m

5:19 pm 0.94m 11:57 pm 3.01m 6:23 am 1.16m 12:33 am 2.41m 6:07 pm 1.37m 12:36 am 2.59m 7:35 pm 1.3m 1:47 pm 2.26m 7:37 pm 1.74m 1:28 am 2.22m 9:27 pm 1.32m 4:07 pm 2.31m 11:11 pm 1.78m

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Innisfail United Football Club’s Under 23 Men’s team wins inaugural championship - page 22

Innisfail Leprechauns’ A-grade rugby league team defeat Tully in the local derby STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARIA GIRGENTI INNISFAIL Leprechauns’ A-grade rugby league team notched up a convincing 34 - 20 victory over Tully Tigers in the battle of the Cassowary Coast at Callendar Park, Innisfail, last Saturday to claim the Dynamic Timbers Mayor’s Challenge Trophy. It was a fitting end for Innisfail Leprechauns A-grade captain Robert Haren who played his last game at Callendar Park, and both the Innisfail and Tully teams sent him off in style. Innisfail’s try scorers: Jason Hallie, Yaza Stephen, Robert Haren, Pateresio Vota 2 and Daniel Mooka. Sterling AddoNona, 4 goals. Tully’s try scorers: Braithan Ketchell 2, Jonty Ivey and Marika Kuriyalavou. Phil Nona 1 goal and Braithan Ketchell 1 goal. After the game, Leprechauns A-grade coach Leon Hallie said throughout the game that the team had too many errors, which reduced their ability to build pressure. “Mid-way in the second half, we found some rhythm, which enabled us to put on points reasonably quickly and seal the win.” “Like Tully, there were player injuries which proved a challenge.” Innisfail registered a 26 - 12 victory over Tully at full-time in Reserve grade. Innisfail’s try scorers: Boche Satrick 2, Andre Laza, Ethan Vick and Starrison Whaleboat. Michael Morton 3 goals. Tully’s try scorers: Thomas Banu and Gordon James. Luke Fitzgerald 2 goals. Tully Tigers Under 18 team had a gutsy 26 - 22 win against the Leprechauns with thirteen players, no substitutes and Under 16 players backing up from Friday night.

Innisfail’s try scorers: Romeo Taloaina, Mitchell Forrest, Jordeas Aruba and Malachi Donaldson. Cadmas Creed 3 goals. Tully’s try scorers: Morgan Black, Abraham Waireg-Ingui, Jeramiah Callope 2 and Braithan Ketchell. Morgan Black 3 goals. In the Under 15 Girls’ match, Innisfail proved too strong with a 36 - 28 win over Tully. Results - CDRL Round 17 fixtures August 6 - 7 A Grade Douglas

Reserve Grade Innisfail 26 def Tully 12 Mossman-Port Kangaroos 16

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Ivanhoe Knights 48 def Mareeba 22 Southern Suburbs 32 def Yarrabah 30 Edmonton 32 def Atherton 16 Under 18

Innisfail 34 def Tully 20 Mossman-Port Kangaroos 30

FNQRL A-Grade Ladder - Round 17: Mossman-Port Douglas 30, Innisfail 28, Cairns Brothers 28, Atherton 22, Ivanhoe Knights 20, Kangaroos 20, Southern Suburbs 14, Yarrabah 14, Tully 12, Mareeba 8 and Edmonton 2.

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Byes: Cairns Brothers and Kangaroos In Round 18 fixtures, Innisfail Leprechauns teams have a bye, whilst the Tully Tigers celebrate their Indigenous round and face ladder leaders Mossman-Port Douglas at home in a bumper day of rugby league. Games start with the juniors in the morning, Tully primary schools in the Ken Hamill Rugby League Cup, and senior games in the afternoon. Busby Marou will be playing live at Tully Showgrounds from 9.00 pm to cap off a massive day of footy.

Tully 26 def Innisfail 22 Ivanhoe Knights 26 def Mareeba 10

Ivanhoe Knights 54 def Mareeba 10

Southern Suburbs 30 def Yarrabah 20

Yarrabah 38 def Southern Suburbs 28

Atherton 42 def Edmonton 12

Atherton 28 def Edmonton 12 Bye: Cairns Brothers

The Tully and Innisfail Under 15 Girls’ teams put on an entertaining game.

Malachi Donaldson barged his way over the try line for Innisfail in the Under 18s game against Tully.

Innisfail’s Michael Morton and Jayden Rudken tackle Tully Reserve grade player Jahmal Tomarra (with ball).

Brydee Spry scored a try for Innisfail in the Under 15 Girls’ game against Tully.

Innisfail Leprechauns A-grade captain Robert Haren played his last home game at Callendar Park last Saturday.

Tully’s Morgan Black scored a four-pointer in the Under 18 game against Innisfail.