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Mama Mia! Singers Announce Productions

Burdekin Water Festival Back for ‘22

Chook Lawson’s Boxing Life

Bush Poets Breakfast Prose on the Menu

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Hundreds of ladies descended on Ayr’s Rugby Park for the Burdekin Roosters Helen Viero Ladies Day last weekend, a decadent fundraiser for the Rugby League Club held on Saturday, July 10. The social occasion was a huge success, with the well-dressed ladies taking the Hats n Flats at the Hamptons theme in their stride, adorning themselves in stunning outfits for the day.

The event area at the grounds was meticulously styled by Kylie Horan’s Lily Lane Design and Events, with freeflowing champagne and a lavish, funfilled atmosphere enjoyed by all guests. The Ladies Day was the first to honour a past Roosters Club member, Helen Viero, a committed supporter of the club who tragically lost her cancer battle in 2019.

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Burdekin Library launches young writer’s short story competition Marina Trajkovich A new competition is inviting budding young writers to create their own short stories, with the opportunity to have their work published in a new book for the Burdekin Library. Organised by the Burdekin Library’s childhood librarian, Brittany Guiney, with the support of local children’s author and Australia Reads ambassador, Tania Cox, the 2021 Children’s Short Story Competition aims to foster a love of reading and writing in primary school children. “The whole thing started with the thought of ‘what if we had a book that was made up of the stories of local children,’ and wouldn’t that be great,” said Brittany. “The purpose was to have kids writing their own stories and getting that creativity to

flow. By getting their stories published, hopefully, that unlocks something within them, that they can be a writer if they want to be and they can read their own stories in the library.” The competition opened on July 12 this week, inspired by the mission of Australia Reads, an organisation focused on developing a love of reading in Australian school children. Students from Prep to Grade 6 are invited to write a story centred on the theme ‘The Story of Me, The Story of You, And How We Are Becoming Us’ for the competition. “I’m really interested to see how people will take the theme. It might be something about relationships or friendship, but I’m also interested to see how the kids will flip that around,” said Brittany.

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Cane Cutter Statue gets final touches Marina Trajkovich CHAINSAW artist Matty G has been busily preparing a brand new monument for the Burdekin, commissioned by the Burdekin Shire Council to honour the region’s cane cutting history. The life-size hand cane cutter has had quite the life so far, initially transported as a 4-tonne log to the artist’s home and carving arena in

A progress photo of Matty G’s Cane Cutter sculpture which will soon be transported to the Burdekin

Noosa, where he’s sculpted the familiar figure. The shape of the cane cutter has come to life over the last few weeks, and Matty G is now working on the finishing touches with an electric saw, putting more detail into the man’s facial expression, clothing and the cane knife he holds in his left hand. “The carving has returned

Childrens librarian, Brittany Guiney organised the short story competition to encourage a love of reading and writing in young children

A winner and runner-up and three highly commended stories will be selected from each age category, with each winning story to be published in the new book. Both Tania and Brittany will also be visiting schools in the region, conducting writing workshops to help children

tap into their creativity. “A lot of the judging will be around what are the most original and creative works, as long as it ties in with that theme. “We will be having a closing award ceremony on the official Australia Reads Day, which is on September 14,

to my home to sit for around three weeks so the timber can shift, crack and do its thing. After this time, there’s more carving to do and creative detail to bring the ‘Cane Cutter’ alive,” said Matty. “I’m happy with the movement in the carving; his head and shoulders sit well, and there’s more work to do on his face and neck. I also intend to put a water bag over his right shoulder as he walks.” When these details are complete, the artist will sand back the monument and seal it several times, readying the sculpture for public life and mounting it in the Burdekin. A representative from the Burdekin Shire Council says the cane cutter monument will become a piece of public artwork for all to enjoy. “The event organisers loved Matty G’s ability to personalise statues for each region or event he sculpts at, and Matty suggested a hand cane cutter very early in discussions,” said the representative.

“A hand cane cutter is the perfect symbol of the Sweet Days, Hot Nights Festival and the Burdekin region, recognising the Shire’s agricultural past and present while paying homage to a

where hopefully we can have kids reading an extract from their stories. “The whole purpose of it is to get kids to develop their lifelong love of reading, and we know that writing and reading go hand in hand.” CONNECT NOW: The Burdekin Library’s Children’s short story competition is open from July 12 - August 30, with school workshops to be held throughout August. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/3r3fs0s. tradition that we still celebrate to this day at the Festival.” Discussions between Matty G and Burdekin Shire Council are currently underway, with a site for the new monument yet to be confirmed.

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MAMA MIA! BURDEKIN SINGERS ANNOUNCE NEW PRODUCTIONS

Marina Trajkovich

THE Burdekin Singers and Theatre Company have released their highly anticipated production lineup. Director Pat Nuttall is already thinking about transforming the Burdekin Theatre and The Lighthouse into a Greek Island paradise and the Indian Jungle. The Burdekin Singers have announced that they’ll be bringing the ABBA-tastic stage musical Mama Mia to life for their primary production next year, with auditions in September to cast the muchloved characters. “It’s got great music that everybody knows and lots of colour and lots of fun, its a really up-beat happy musical,” says Pat. She says that she’ll look for inspiration from the cast members before considering colour and set when envisioning how the performance will unfold on stage. “I’m thinking about the overall look of it, the overall

RESTRICTIONS SET TO EASE FROM 6AM ON FRIDAY Daniel Shirkie QUEENSLANDERS are poised and ready for a possible early mark with regards to the lifting of lockdown restrictions, with the easing of the recent round of restrictions moved forward to 6am on Friday. The lift had earlier been planned for 6pm on Friday, but a recent announcement by State Premier Annastacia Palaszczuck moved the timeline forward to the early morning. From that time, people in Townsville, Brisbane and the state’s wider south-east region will be free to leave their home without restrictions so long as they’re not self-isolating or a close contact of a known case.

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Inset photo: Head of costume Nelly Nosworthy and director Pat Nuttall from the Burdekin Singers

While restrictions on maskwearing will remain in place until Friday, after they are eased masks will no longer be required outside of homes and instead only necessary within airports and on flights. Limits on indoor gatherings will also ease, with 100 people allowed in a single space, provided they’re adequately distanced. If allocated seating is not in place, the restrictions limit people to three persons within four square metres. Dance floors and halls will once again be able to open from Friday 6am on Friday. Restrictions on visits to aged care facilities will also be lifted at that time.

who wants to be in it.” She’s also starting work on the Burdekin Singers junior production of The Jungle Book, with performance day set for The Lighthouse Theatre in October. Casting for the iconic stage production will occur during an official meeting in August. Mowgli and other iconic

animal figures like Baloo, Bagira and King Louie will come to life. “Parents are very involved, which is how it should be. It’s meant to be a show the family can be involved in, not just the child. “The children’s show is my favourite, but I do love the main production of the year.

Pioneer Park speedway postponed

While the main event at Pioneer Park’s Speedway has been postponed due to COVID lockdowns in other states affecting the travel of some of the competitors, the Ayr Motorcycle Club have stepped up into the void. Sidecars, solos, classic sidecars, junior solos and dirt bikes will all run as part of an event in Brandon on July 31, for a short notice replacement event. Those looking to compete or be involved can find out more at the Ayr Motorcycle Club facebook page.

Main photo: The Burdekin Singers rehearsing at the Lighthouse for their production of Mary Poppins

sound of it, and I love being involved in the costume and the set. It is a big thing. It’s a major production.” “The first thing will be auditioning. Finding the right people for the right part is very important. “We do have a lot of talent here. Anybody is welcome, and we do try to use everyone

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“There’s so much involved and creativity required. It’s a real challenge which is what I like to do.” CONNECT NOW: To get in touch with the Burdekin Singers and stay up to date with news and auditions, visit @BurdekinSingers on Facebook.

NQ Wildlife Care is searching out able and willing participants for a skills workshop on Saturday 14 August at their Wildlife Centre in Townsville. The course will cover animal handling and treatment skills, the time commitment involved and how to handle necessary equipment.

Pfizer vaccine rollout begun Daniel Shirkie PFIZER vaccination doses are all set to roll out in the Burdekin region, with the Ayr Medical Group receiving their first allocation of doses as part of the government’s roll-out. The alternative vaccine, which is being recommended for patients under the age of 60 due to an extremely rare blood-clotting side-effect found in the AstraZeneca vaccine, will still be strictly supply limited and only available to those that meet the current phase criteria. Queensland’s Department of Health, in response to enquiries about the ongoing roll-out, provided the following response.

“GPs in Queensland will have received their own Pfizer supply last week to commence administration this week,” the statement read. “GP’s providing the Pfizer vaccine are visible on the eligibility checker.” At present, it appears that the Ayr Medical Group will be the primary point of contact for those eligible to receive the Pfizer vaccination in the Burdekin region, with the general practitioner announcing a Monday, July 12 start date for their own Pfizer vaccination roll-out. Prospective patients looking to access the vaccine will have to head online and confirm their eligibility before attempting to book an

appointment via the Health Direct eligibility checker. No other General Practitioners in the region have announced availability of the Pfizer vaccination, although AstraZeneca is available at other outlets such as the Home Hill Surgery. While the Queensland Department of Health did not respond directly to enquiries about Health Minister Yvette D’Ath’s recent claims that

the state was set to ‘run out’ of Pfizer supplies, they did confirm that approximately 197,000 doses in total had been allocated to Queensland in July. “This is an increase of 26,000 to Queensland Government sites and 171,000 to primary care vaccination sites. Expanding access to the Pfizer vaccine through primary care sites will significantly improve access throughout Queensland.” CONNECT NOW: Head online to covid-vaccine. healthdirect.gov.au/eligibility in order to ascertain whether or not you’ll be able to access the recent roll-out of the Pfizer vaccination.

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LOCALS COMPETE IN THE BRISBANE TRAIL ULTRA: MT COOTHA RUN Marina Trajkovich TWO local women have travelled to Brisbane, completing the Brisbane Trail Ultra Mt Coots half marathon on July 11, a challenge the runners have trained for, for months. Judy Mitchell, 61 and 63-year-old Marion Goddard, have always loved running, and the taxing 20 km Mt Cootha to Kangaroo Cliffs Parkland trail was another way

for the ladies to test their skills and endurance. Judy says the pair regularly partake in local races and running challenges, setting goals to keep them motivated with their fitness. “We decided we would do it. It was something to work towards with our running. “Marion’s been running for many years, and I’ve been running a shorter time than her, but we do like to do runs together.

“We’ve done the Sydney Harbour marathon, and we do the local Sugar rush every year in Ayr,” she said. During the months of training for the half marathon, the pair would run up and down the steep Mt Inkerman goat track multiple times in a row to prepare for the challenging Mt Cootha track. “We got up at five am, so when we started on the trail of Mt Cootha, we were in the dark, so that was challenging

Locals Marion Goddard (left) and Judy Mitchell have been running together for years

and very rough underfoot. The last 10km were through the streets of Brisbane to the finish line.” “It was challenging but enjoyable as well, we enjoy running on trails, and a

different place is always good.” “There’s no sense of winning the race. It’s just about finishing and that sense of achievement that we’ve finished something.”

do everything else that it involved,” Ms Widderick said. “There was a lot of deciding what it was going to actually show and what the activities would be. “Our school captain came in and volunteered some time

over the holidays to help us paint it all up.” In addition to the existing artwork, art will also form the cornerstone of another P&C project this week, with a ‘Paint and Sip’ fundraiser night set to be held on Friday evening.

New sensory trail provides ‘refreshing’ artwork at Giru State School Daniel Shirkie

STUDENTS at Giru State School have come back from their holidays with an all new attraction paving the way for better learning outcomes. P&C member and artist Corin Widderick took up nearly 50 metres of pathway within the school for the painting project, after teacher’s aide Jenna Koppon was inspired by videos of similar therapeutic student trails in the states. “Our teacher-aide here had

a fantastic idea, she came to me with a plan and had most of it already organised and I just drew up the templates and painted it onto the ground for her,” Ms Widderick said. “It’s designed to give the kids a bit of a brain-break, it shakes up their learning, so when they’re in between classes, they can follow the trail and do the activities.” Hopscotch, balancing acts, exercise stations, mathematics and other informative and fun games dot the trail, which takes

inspiration from a number of other, similar practices across the world, according to Ms Koppon. “I’d seen videos of similar things being used over in the US. They have these trails inside, but over here of course, we wanted to get outside and have a bit more of a sensory experience,” Ms Koppon said. “I thought that’d be cool to implement here. “I did some research online about different ideas that had been used in the past, I took a

few different ideas that would suit our area that we’d do it in and everyone was on board.” The painted and decorated trail was a surprise for students returning from their holidays, with Ms Widderick and other volunteers spending four whole days painting the sensory trail during the time off. “It’s about 50 metres long in total, there was probably about four full days of painting, but then we had to mock up the templates, trace it down,

Reef protection regulations

IMPORTANT INFORMATION for graziers and farmers in the Burdekin You might need a permit to start or expand commercial cropping and horticulture activities on five hectares or more of land that has not been cropped in three out of the last 10 years. This is in addition to: ∙ Graziers and sugarcane growers keeping records and following minimum practice agricultural standards. ∙ From 1 December 2021, sugarcane growers will also need to prepare a farm nitrogen and phosphorus budget. ∙ Banana growers keeping records. ∙ Advisers keeping records of tailored advice provided to producers that must be in line with the standards.

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Water Festival returns in 2022 In Brief

NRL heads north

New Burdekin Water Festival office bearers (from left) John McVeigh (Secretary), Narelle Hibberd (Treasurer) and Shane Moon (President)

Marina Trajkovich THE iconic Water Festival will be back in Ayr next year, following trepidations about the festival’s future. Primary committee positions were finalised at the latest meeting on July 13, which

saw the Ayr Rotary Club’s Shane Moon take on the role of president, a position crucial for the festival’s continuation. “I was involved with running the Water Festival back in the early eighties, helping out and it was always really exciting. “I just saw how it really

captured the kids and the parents and just the community as a whole. “The Water Festival has always been exciting and I just didn’t want to see it fall over without that support,” said Shane. As newly appointed president of both the Rotary Club of Ayr and the festival, he hopes he’ll build support for the historic event, with the backing of Rotary members to ensure the festival’s future. “I want it to be owned by the community again and have that community input and involvement to make it what it was. “There is the love of it out there and it just needed someone to take that on.”

“I’d like it to go under the Rotary blanket so we can give it constant management moving forward, and I think having it under the rotarian banner will help.” Shane says he’s looking forward to relaunching the Water Festival next year and is already thinking of ways to breathe new life into the Burdekin’s longest-running community event. “There’s a lot of ideas in my head running around. I think we’ll bring it back bigger and better. “We’ve got a three or four month head start in preparation for next year. “I’d like to create a more exciting festival, run the parade at night time and bring some

lights in, with some more music and a mardi gras type procession to drive that new age enthusiasm.” The meeting on Thursday saw old and new committee members join at the Council Chambers to discuss the festival’s past and future, with ex-Water Festival president Tamara Brush and life members in attendance to advise the new organisers. Taking on the role of Secretary is Rotary’s John McVeigh with Narelle Hibberd as treasurer. Another meeting will take place at 6 pm on Tuesday, July 27 at the Council Chambers with community members invited to join the volunteer committee.

NEW BARISTA COURSE AIMS TO BOOST EMPLOYABILITY “People will learn the correct terminology and that professional language is important. Most customers are very savvy about the type of coffee they’d like. “We also work with job providers, and 85% of our course participants will go on to get jobs. It is an industry recognised course.” She says that those wanting to improve their skills as home

Training Ideas provides industry training to regional communities

A new barista course is coming to Ayr, helping prospective hospitality workers in the Burdekin gain employment. Deborah Munro will lead the course from Training Ideas; a mobile training company determined to improve access to work focused barista training in regional areas. The intensive barista course is designed to give industry knowledge to those looking for work in hospitality or who want to improve their coffeemaking skills.

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Bank and Family Mediation My clients owned a motel, a construction business, four investment properties and were in the middle of an acrimonious divorce. The property market had dropped by approximately 40%, almost overnight, due to the withdrawal of coal seam gas projects in the area.

“I set up this business to look after rural and remote communities and supporting them in gaining valuable skills and knowledge. We want to help people get some good job and employability skills that are transferable,” says Deborah. “It does attract people who want to enter the workforce in hospitality, not only as a barista but maybe at clubs and hotels as well where they need experience behind the bar or making coffee.” The short course will be held at the Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre and

The clients had lending of $3.6M and equity of approximately $300k, even less if they executed the original divorce agreement. The bank pushed to sell them up which meant both the bank and clients would have lost money after the fees and costs involved in a fire sale. I worked with the clients and established that the business could meet its current commitments through trading figures. The market outlook was slow but positive. On behalf of the clients, I renegotiated with the bank and the soon to be ex-wife to allow some time to continue trading and paying down debts. After two years, we were able to consolidate their debts on a much cheaper interest rate,

encompasses all the skills participants need to make a quality espresso coffee. “That includes extraction, texturising, making sure it’s silky and creamy, as well as going through free pouring techniques.

saving them $72,000 pa; paying the ex-wife out and completing the divorce; and keeping all their income-producing assets and the doors open on both businesses And of course, it makes it all worth it when you get messages like this from your client after it’s all finalised; “Tanya, I can’t thank you enough. I have no doubt we would’ve lost everything we’ve spent our whole lives working for if we hadn’t found you. Thank you for everything you did.”

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baristas are also welcome to come along. “Even home baristas who want to entertain and impress their neighbours, we can cater to them as well.” CONNECT NOW: To register for Deborah’s Barista Course at the Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre on the 21st July from 5.30-9 pm, contact 0437 733 537.

The remainder of the NRL season could be set to be played out in Queensland, after a stunning relocation moved twelve southern clubs north of the border for a month. Following a lengthy ARL committee discussion around the ongoing COVID-19 situation in Sydney, the decision was made to relocate all of the remaining clubs outside of Queensland to specific hubs within the state in order to ensure the competition goes ahead. Matches have been shifted to CBUS Super Stadium on the Gold Coast, as well as Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane. The move will not affect the Cowboys home game on Saturday, but has seen Origin 3 move to the Gold Coast.

Rays to trial juniors

The Northern Mendi Rays are set to host try-outs for their junior squads for the upcoming Nissan State Titles. Try-outs will be held in Mackay and Cairns on Sunday, but Townsville will be the staging ground for trials on Saturday this week, at the Townsville City Netball Courts on William Angliss Drive.

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Harvest Festival thrilled by nomination numbers Daniel Shirkie THE Home Hill Harvest Festival Committee is making strides in preparation for the event’s return later this year, with a new surprise in place for the many attendees. The Harvest Festival’s long running salutation of local leaders; the Monarch of the Festival title, will make it’s return this year, with nominations set to open shortly, according to Harvest Festival vice president Doug Chappell. “It costs nothing to nominate and I really hope a lot of people do nominate,” Mr Chappell said. “The forms will be sent out shortly and we’ll have people fill them out with who they want to nominate and a little resume of their achievements.” The title is awarded via an independent panel of judges, who select from the pool of nominees based on their work to boost and help the local community. “The Monarch is just someone who’s done a lot within the local community,

you can nominate anyone for what they’ve achieved,” Mr Chappell said. Mr Chappell himself is one of the many people who’s been honoured with the title over the years, having been bestowed with the crown during the 1999 Harvest Festival, and he’s hopeful that people from all walks of life will be nominated this time out for the title’s return. “Maybe they’re someone who’s done a lot of work for the Rugby Union or something like that,” Mr Chappell said. “It costs nothing to nominate and I really hope a lot of people do nominate.” The rest of the planning for the festival is continuing apace, with key dates have been nailed down and locked in and the organisation moving full steam ahead with the event, which will begin on September 11. That day will mark the launch of the event overall, and the opening of the always anticipated Ephemera. Time is running out for entrants, with nominations closing on July 23.

Pat Toohey, the first person to bear the title of Harvest Festival Monarch in 1991

Only the hotly anticipated Town of Origin match is yet to be given a time and date, with final preparations still underway for when the game will be staged. CONNECT NOW: For more information, or to keep up to date with the progress of the Harvest Festival, follow Home Hill Harvest Festival on Facebook.

Netball celebrates 50th Anniversary Daniel Shirkie AROUND 300 passionate Burdekin Netball supporters and association members have turned out for the much awaited celebration ball that marked the group’s 51 Y ear Anniversary. While there was plenty of festivities and fun, there were also some major moments for long-serving members, with Alicia Butterworth awarded a life membership and given her green jacket by longserving Patroness Gloria Vass, following 15 consecutive years as the Association’s secretary. There was hardly a dry eye at the Burdekin Memorial Hall as Alicia and 15 other life members, including her own mother, Lucy Musumeci, shared the stage together. “This is so exciting,” Ms Butterworth exclaimed after being given the recognition. “I just need to give Mum a hug.” The original four life members, Bill Foster, Lucy Musumeci, Joy Comollati and Carol Haller were all presented with their own green jackets during the ceremony, as they’d missed out on the practice when originally recognised in the 1980s. Although the entire association is tied by family-like bonds, Lucy and Alicia are in fact the second mother-daughter pairing to become life members. Original life member Joy Comollati and her daughter Judy Spelta have both also shared the honour during their long tenure of service

Newly inducted Life Member Alicia Butterworth with her mother Lucy Musumeci

to the club. To add to the excitement, Alicia’s daughter’s were awarded major awards in Coach Trindle’s Silverlinks presentations. Amy Butterworth was awarded joint MVP with Silverlinks ace Alix Leckenby, while her younger sister Sarah Butterworth was awarded the Coaches award for her constant effort at training and games, her participation and teamsmanship on and off the court. Committee Member Sheree McKaig said all the hard work in arranging the three-day celebration of one of the Burdekin’s most long-lived sporting associations was well worth it by the end. “We could not be happier with how the week-end turned out,” Ms McKaig said. “The organization of three major events in one weekend was a huge task and every committee member contributed to their success. “Congratulations to one and all on a job well done”. MORE PHOTOS PAGE 21 >

TOURISM IN THE BURDEKIN It’s Everyone’s Business

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COMMITTED TO DEVELOPING A STRONG VISITOR ECONOMY The Burdekin is centrally located on the North Queensland tourist drive. Due to our enviable weather and relaxed rural lifestyle, the Burdekin welcomes thousands of visitors during the peak tourist season from April to September. Burdekin Shire Council, together with volunteers at the Visitor Information Centres and tourism operators work hard to promote the region to visitors encouraging them to visit, stay and enjoy what our slice of paradise has to oﬀer.

Council receives an overwhelming amount of positive feedback about how much visitors enjoy what our region has to oﬀer. At our Visitor Information Centres in Ayr and Home Hill, visitors are welcomed with genuine friendliness and personalised service. Burdekin’s warm hospitality is what encourages visitors to return each year, stay longer and promote the region to others.

Whilst the Burdekin is widely known for agriculture, the tourism industry including direct and indirect visitor spend is vital to stimulating the local economy. While direct visitor spend can be easily measured through accommodation nights and tourism experiences, indirect visitor spend contributes to a broad range of businesses across the economy. The tourism dollar spent by visitors who are passing through or staying for a period of time can disperse through fuel stations, cafes, restaurants, vehicle repair shops, convenience stores and retail stores just to name a few.

Bu Burdekin locals have so much to be proud of. We need to continue to embrace our visitors, be strong advocates for where we live, promote our natural attractions, community events, great shopping, shing, camping and unique way of life to increase our visitor numbers which in turn supports our economy.

In 2018, Council implemented a ve-year Tourism Strategy with the purpose of developing the Burdekin’s visitor economy and tourism growth opportunities across the region. The vision identiied for the Burdekin is to become a vibrant destination focused on the drive market, oﬀering a mixture of sporting, cultural, natural and leisure-based experiences to drive greater local employment, improved community amenities, and a strong market position supported by new investment.

For more information on tourism in the Burdekin, please visit www.visitburdekin.com.au or contact Council’s Economic Development Team on 07 4783 9800.

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Chook Lawson’s life in the boxing ring Marina Trajkovich

Alex ‘Chook’ Lawson has been a boxing coach for 26 years, serving the community through the Ayr Boxing Club and with the Burdekin’s PCYC, launching the careers of local champions.

ALEX ‘Chook,’ Lawson has always been a boxer, and he’s dedicated much of his life to the sport, coaching and shaping generations of Burdekin residents and turning them into world champions. Chook, whose father gave him the nickname, started boxing when he was twelve years old, discovering a knack for the sport. He reflects on the early days of fighting competitively and coaching from the PCYC’s fully equipped boxing gym on Macmillan Street in Ayr. “I was coaching back when I was a kid, teaching the little kids on a Friday night when I was fourteen. I fought all through high school,” said Chook. “Boxing was just something I always wanted to do.”

He says that when his coach, Doug Duffy, stopped his classes, he was inspired to take up the challenge, starting his boxing club to coach his brother, Clint Lawson and others who wouldn’t otherwise have the opportunity. “My club had folded years before that, and there were no other clubs around. I started the club for my brother, really. “We started in 1995, I’d just gotten married, and we started training underneath the house. We had up to 15-16 kids and teenagers under the house training, five nights a week. I’ve still got a good relationship with kids I taught 25 years ago.” He says that as the popularity of the classes grew, his focus shifted away from his boxing career to coaching current and future athletes. “There comes a time where

you’ve got to realise if you’re a coach or a competitor, you can’t be both. While you’re a competitor, your focus is you. Boxing is a very selfish sport where you are your priority,” says Chook. “I still get a lot out of the coaching and probably get more nervous watching the kids go in for a fight than I ever did. Once they go in the ring, I do get nervous, but I know we’ve done the preparation.” For the Lawsons, boxing runs in the family, with Chook’s brother, Clint Lawson and his daughter Emma Lawson becoming some of his proudest proteges under his training and guidance. Clint became a well-known figure in the Australian boxing world, going on to have a seven-year fighting career. His eldest daughter Emma Lawson has been in the world ring since she was fourteen

years old. “The kids had been around it their whole lives. My daughter has fought in three world titles and gone further than any kid I’ve ever had. She’s won the Oceanic Championships in Samoa, went to the Youth Olympics in 2018, and from the age of fourteen to nineteen, she’s fought in nine different countries,” says Chook. Between coaching classes with the Ayr boxing club, Chook has been a proud instructor with the PCYC’s boxing program for ten years, helping at-risk teens find an outlet and support network through the sport. “It’s a really good sport for those kids. I just like to see the kids have a good time and achieve. I get a kick out of their achievements. You want them to be the best they can be.”

Boxing coach of 26 years Alex ‘Chook’ Lawson

Sixteen-year-old singer Demi ready for the stage The returning Burdekin performing arts cohort has it’s latest, and loudest addition. Daniel Shirkie SIXTEEN-year-old Demi Tudehope has taken up live performances in her hometown of Giru after several years spent song-writing and finding her way around the frets of a guitar. The singer and guitarist got her first on-stage experience as part of the Burdekin Eisteddfod earlier this year after years of practice and study. “It all started for me when I was in about grade seven, I went through this massive music phase where I was just listening to songs all the time,” Tudehope said. “I was a big fan of bands like Green Day and I listened to people like Taylor Swift a lot as well.”

From there, the decision to pick up a six-string and start strumming was an easy one, with Demi’s mother Brooke chipping in to provide music lessons and help nurture the flourishing songwriter’s talents. “I really wanted to get into guitar and start playing,” Tudehope said. “Mum got me the lessons and it took me a while to learn the basics of playing the guitar, it was definitely a challenge.” After establishing a desire to play to a certain ‘soft rock’ influenced style, largely with an acoustic bent, Tudehope took the time to refine her craft over the following three years, developing her talents with the guitar on her own. “It’s been about four years of playing now and I’ve just been

teaching myself for the last three,” Tudehope said. “I’ve been writing songs since I was about that age as well, ever since that big music phase. “Performing for other people only really started this year.”

across a number of live performance categories, was a ‘big highlight’ for the young singer. “I got to be the guitarist and the backing singer in the band, that was a big chance to take the guitar out in front of people,” Tudehope said.

“I GOT TO BE THE GUITARIST AND THE BACKING SINGER IN THE BAND. THAT WAS A BIG CHANCE TO TAKE THE GUITAR OUT IN FRONT OF PEOPLE.” DEMI TUDEHOPE While COVID obviously prevented any live performances last year, the return of the Burdekin Eisteddfod and other live, school-based performance spaces gave Tudehope the chance to take the stage before an audience for the first time. “I don’t really know when I started to feel ready to perform for people, but I just thought if you can play a song, then it’s really no different playing it for someone,” Tudehope said. “Once you learn a song and you know, you can play it for anyone.” The Eisteddfod, which featured hundreds of students

Demi Tudehope performing for the Giru QCWA. Photo: Rossalt Photos

But the kudos earned during a performance at her school’s open day, and an anniversary celebration for the Giru QCWA chapter, were also welcome. “I got to do that by myself, which was really great, and in Giru, that was my first real chance to perform outside of school,” Tudehope said. While Demi’s mother Brooke says her young artist has been completely fearless on stage since making her debut, the singer isn’t quite so sure. “I think every musician has stage fright, we just don’t show it,” Tudehope said. Singer, songwriter and guitarist Demi Tudehope at the Burdekin Theatre

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edging closer to reality. The “artery” – an underground pipeline – will be the lifeblood of an exciting plan to double the primary production output of the land

between the Burdekin and Bowen, Australia’s largest winter vegetable-growing region. The $160-million project, once approved, will open up vast tracts of arable land between the two centres, including Gumlu and Guthalungra, and is expected to create up to 3000 permanent new jobs in the horticulture, agriculture and aquaculture sectors. A KPMG economic analysis report, commissioned by BPC, said the pipeline would form the spine of a 12kmwide water corridor that

would allow growers in the region to double the current rate of production of fruit and table vegetables and to take advantage of the explosion in overseas demand for Australian fresh fruit and vegetables. In excess of 20,000 hectares of new cropping, land will be opened up when an assured water supply is available. Other benefits identified in the KPMG study included: •E xisting infrastructure (airports, seaports, rail and road transport) is currently in place; •H orticulture and aquaculture industries have an appetite for expansion; •A ssured water supply will allow growers to extend their current growing season; •R educed demand for bore water will limit the encroachment of salinity into the water table; • Th e creation of 145 jobs during the construction phase; and •G rowers will utilise 21stcentury trickle and drip irrigation systems, ensuring no runoff into the Great Barrier Reef. BPC steering committee member Ross Lewis said the pipeline would bring much-needed new business to Burdekin and Bowen

communities. “Apart from the direct benefits to growers and aquaculture operators, we believe opportunities will flow to the whole region in the short and long term,” he said. State Member for Burdekin, Mr Dale Last, is a strong supporter of the project and has committed a future LNP Government to back the pipeline. The Home Hill Chamber of Commerce has also endorsed the initiative. Bowen Pipeline Company (BPC) director Sean Brown said this week he was confident the State Government would support the company’s application for funding a detailed business case through the North Australian Investment Fund (NAIF). Mr Brown said BPC, majority-owned by growers and investors) had recently lodged its Environmental (EPBC) referral with the Commonwealth Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment. An application for the proposed pipeline to be designated a Coordinated Project, will be submitted to the Queensland Office of the Coordinator-General later this year. “We continue to have positive discussions

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with domestic and international processing and manufacturing companies to keep them informed on the progress of the project,” he said. “We’ve had strong support from the aquaculture sector for the pipeline. “Currently, the operators of Coral Coast Barramundi are forced to desalinate seawater to use in the fish breeding cycle. “They believe they could quadruple their output if they had assured fresh water,” he said. The proposed pipeline provides further vindication of the dreams of visionary pioneers like explorer Ludwig Leichhardt who foresaw the benefits of harnessing the Burdekin River. The Burdekin Falls Dam was officially opened on August 14, 1988, by Prime Minister Bob Hawke and State Premier Mike Ahern.

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Annual Bush Poets Breakfast is back Bush poetry is returning to the Burdekin Theatre, raising money for the Burdekin Zonta Club’s domestic violence support programs. Marina Trajkovich THE Burdekin Zonta Club is preparing for their yearly Bush Poets Breakfast by inviting established poets and locals with a stanza to share, to express themselves through poetry. In collaboration with the Townsville Bush Poetry Mates, the event will bring locals to the Burdekin Theatre on Sunday, August 1 to crack a yarn and enjoy the entertainment, accompanied by a breakfast prepared by the Ayr Rotary Club. The organiser and president of the Zonta Club, Isabel Stubbs, says the annual poetry breakfast is always an entertaining event, with funds

going towards the club’s local family and domestic violence prevention causes. “We have local poets, and the bush poets from Townsville come down, and it’s a great, fun morning. The topics are many and varied,” said Isabel. Among locals performing are Lee Anne Holmes, a passionate poet who writes poetry and educational children’s books that aim to engage young people with the art form. Between sessions, there’ll be a whip-cracking demonstration and a serving of damper at the front of the theatre, prepared by Betty Lucas to set the scene. There’s also a raffle with an

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Akubra hat as the first prize to draw. “It is a very entertaining event, it’s a lot of fun, and we have a lot of raffle prizes as well.” CONNECT NOW: The Bush poet’s breakfast will be held Sunday, August 1 at the Burdekin Theatre. Tickets are available at Helloworld Travel Ayr on Queen Street.

Ayr based poet Lee Ann Holmes will be performing at the Bush Poet’s Breakfast

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Marina Trajkovich COURTNEY Hayward never saw herself working with children when she left Australia on scholarship to the United States, but now, the young psychologist is a passionate advocate for youth mental health. The Ayr-based child and youth psychologist had received a swimming scholarship to study at the Brenau University in Atlanta, Georgia, an experience very different from her upbringing in North Queensland. “Swimming had always been a big part of my life. When I was there, I was lucky enough to get seven national championships in various events,” said Courtney. “Going to America really changed my perspective on the sport. When I finished my degree, I thought I’d done all I needed to do with swimming and was ready to move on with my professional career.” When Courtney returned to Australia, she got her start in the industry as a Child Safety Officer in Mt Isa, travelling to remote communities

like Mornington Island and Doomadgee for casework. “When people asked me what I wanted to do, I always said I didn’t want to work with kids. “Ironically I’m now in the youth and child mental health space and absolutely love it. I can’t see myself working with any other population. “Working with those people and their families really made me enjoy working with youth.” When an opportunity arose to work in Ayr as a child and youth psychologist, Courtney jumped at the chance, working at the Ayr Hospital for a year before transferring to a Townsville health unit this month. “I grew up in Townsville, but my roots and family are from Ayr. I commute every day because I love the Burdekin,” said Courtney. “It sounds simple but a lot of my job is helping young people handle their emotions. Emotions are such a huge part of what I do and a lot of young people don’t know how to handle them in

a difficult situation. “Kids and young people are such vulnerable members of our community, and they do need those skills and strategies to learn how to cope with things. “What I really enjoy about the job is the strength and the resiliency that they can show when stressful events do arise. “I love seeing that lightbulb go off in their head when they realise I can handle this and I can make changes to help myself.” Courtney’s passion for promoting youth mental health in the community extends past her job.

This month she’s joined Kelsey Shand in Run for Life, a 100km running challenge, raising money for Reach Out, a national organisation working to promote youth mental health. The pair have already raised $1200 of their $2000 goal. “We’ve had a lot of support which has been awesome. “Definitely been sore these past weeks, but this has really become my space to focus on myself and my own mental health.” CONNECT NOW: To donate to Kelsey and Courtney’s Reach Out fundraiser visit https://bit. ly/3i4Ra1T

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A GROUP of young students were busy with their pottery tools on Thursday, July 8th, creating ceramic fairy houses with Carolyn Moriarty from the Burdekin Potters. Carolyn, the president of the pottery club says she regularly hosts children’s classes in the school holidays, seeking out creative ways to entertain kids and families. “I’ve been doing kids classes for years and we always try to do something different,” she said. Carolyn created the base of what would become a fairy toadstool house, with the young girls in attendance carefully carving out shapes and designs before painting their creations with glaze. “It has been really busy, actually the classes have been popular.”

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A ROAD safety workshop aimed at curtailing the risk of fatalities on the road is set to return to Ayr on Friday. The RYDA program, the fruit of a partnership between the Rotary Club of Ayr and Road Safety Education Limited, will host around 120 students from the Burdekin region in an attempt to inform them about the best possible choices to make. Rotary coordinator Tony Goddard says the five-hour course would pave the way for a continued reduction in on-road fatalities among the

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17-to-25 age group. “They’ll be in six groups and they’ll get to experience a rotating presentation; each one goes for about thirty minutes and deals with all aspects of road safety,” Mr Goddard said. “It’s an opportunity, basically, for them to make an informed choice, whether they’re the driver or the passenger, it’s all about letting them know that there are a number of good choices to make.” In addition to a presentation by a victim of a road accident on the perils vehicular collisions pose,

students from across year 11 will also get the chance to test practically applying their brakes at various speeds. Both police and crash site investigators will be on-hand throughout the day to deliver information and other useful resources. “One of the great things about RYDA is that with the support of local Rotary Clubs, it can be run in all communities, by local road safety and education professionals, including the police,” Mr Goddard said. “Youth Road Trauma is a community problem that needs a whole community

response. “Our local rotary club and RSE are in a unique position to bring together all the essential elements to provide an effective and highly successful road safety education program for young people.” CONNECT NOW: The RYDA program is set to run on Friday, July 16, with sessions beginning for the involved students at 9.30 am and running through to 2.30pm. It will be held at the Burdekin’s TAFE campus.

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THE Burdekin Early Childhood Network is launching its Ready, Set, Go event, providing a day of activities and educational programs to help families access early childhood support options. The event will be held in the Burdekin Theatre Forecourt on Thursday, July 22, featuring services and stakeholders dedicated to early childhood learning, along with fun activities like art and crafts, storytime, a dance workshop, a visit from the local Fire Brigade and more. Children’s librarian and Burdekin Early Childhood Network member Brittany

Guiney says the event is a great opportunity for families to learn about the many services out there in the community for their young ones. “We’ll have small schools, a bunch of the other schools, kindies, daycares. Uniting care who are an NDIS partner coming along and one of the doctors from the medical centre,” said Brittany. “Basically, all of us get together and have stalls. The kids will be able to do activities at the different stalls while the parents can talk to that provider. “It’s a great chance for us to tell families what we can offer them, and it’s a chance for the community to see what they can actually access in the

Burdekin, and there is a lot out there.” She says that activities and services are tailored to those aged up to five years old to get children ready for primary school.

“We do want to get those literacy and language skills developed before they go to Prep, and that’s basically the essence of this. It’s a really big community morning.”

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Local industry professionals visit BCHS for Careers Week Marina Trajkovich BURDEKIN Catholic High School’s Year 10 Careers Week is underway, with students given the opportunity to talk to visiting professionals from various local industries on Wednesday, July 14. Representatives from Wilmar Sugar, Ergon energy, Connolly and Suthers Lawyers, Ayr Hospital, Queensland Ambulance Service, and Talk HQ speech pathology visited the school, speaking to students about their professions in small groups. Careers Teacher Antonetta Dalle Cort says that students have been exploring different professions and their own

skillsets throughout the year to help them choose their subjects for senior study. She says that by speaking with local industry professionals, many of which are past students, the Year 10s can gain insight into that line of work. “They have the opportunity to talk to those people. Today’s focus for the interviews with industry is not only to find out about that specific industry but also to ask that expert about 21st-century skills in that workplace,” said Ms Dalle Cort. “They’re discussing things like Information and Communications Technology, communication

skills, innovation and personal and social skills and how important these are to that job.” Throughout the year, the students have also been undertaking skills and personality tests aimed at helping them explore career options. “It’s part of the career education short course which enables students to seek out what skills and abilities they have and then use those results to research different careers and find out what they’re aligned with,” said Ms Dalle Cort. ‘It does give them a guide to what careers they could be interested in. Some kids know what they want to do, and

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some have no idea, so those tests are a starting point.” On Friday, July 14, the students will visit James Cook University in Townsville as well as the Townsville Career expo in August to further help them consider career options and tertiary courses of study for the future. “We also investigate different pathways, uni, but also school-based training and apprenticeships,” said Ms Dalle Cort. “We do look at the big picture, and it is a year-long process for kids to start thinking about their careers. “We’re giving them as many tools as possible to investigate. They’re making informed decisions early on.”

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Students get front row seats to mining experience Daniel Shirkie AYR and Home Hill State High School students have been given an up close, firsthand taste of what a career in mining could look at. Thanks to the school’s partnership with Queensland Minerals and Energy Academy, students explored the practices employed by mining outfits in the northern resources corridor. The workshop follows similar workshops by the QMEA aimed at showing students practical, on the job skills utilised in a variety of trades. Ayr State High School principal Craig Whittred said the students are ‘very motivated’ to explore the

options available to them through the programs. “It gives the kids a really great first-hand understanding of all the different areas within the mining and energy sector for possible career pathways and how they work,” Mr Whittred said. “All of our programs are always linked with Ayr and Home Hill High, we connect through those projects and it’s a great opportunity for all of those students to gain a better insight into those sectors.” Mr Whittred said enthusiasm for trade-work and mining employment were high among the High School students in year 10, who are starting to make

decisions that could influence their future employment. “Obviously, between Wilmar and Ergon, those are both big options that a lot of them look at, but this really opens up their eyes to other opportunities, Evolution mining is really just down the road,” Mr Whittred said. “They’ve even brought back past students that are now apprentices or workers at their mines to speak with the students here.” Resources Minister Scott Stewart was also on deck to spruik the benefits of a career in the resources sector, returning to where he first began his prior career as a principal 15-years-ago. “Career wise, these students are at a very pivotal

point, they’re going into year 11 and 12 and they’re thinking about their career, selecting subjects, thinking about university,” Mr Stewart said. “They need to know what options are available to them and presenting them with this information in a really fun, light way, it helps lift the visors for them about what might be available in their own backyard.” Students were organised into teams and given a breakdown on how the mining sector searches for, and mines, gold deposits, before being given a practical, team-based activity that simulated some of the experiences by sifting through rocks.

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Look after your eye health this Juleye Marina Trajkovich EYE health is so much more than just looking after your vision, with experts encouraging locals to book an eye exam this Eye Health Awareness Month. Optometrist Shannon Davies from Ayr’s Eye Care Plus says that seeing an optometrist should be a part of regular health and eye care but that many people aren’t aware of this. “Many people don’t realise that they can have great vision and still have an eye health condition,” said Ms Davies. “Routine eye examinations are important to assess eye health which is essential for good vision for life.” She says that in addition to correcting long term vision problems and prescribing

glasses for far and short short-sightedness, or myopia and hyperopia, routine eye checks and retinal scans can detect conditions like ocular melanoma and other eye health problems. “Some eye conditions can occur without any vision symptoms, especially in the early stage of the disease. “Routine eye examinations allow the best chance of early detection. “If the condition has already affected their vision, regaining sight can often be more difficult than if it was picked up before vision loss,” she said. Other more subtle problems associated with eye health are exacerbated by our screen facing lifestyles, which can contribute to eye strain and gradual damage to our eyes.

SIX TIPS FOR MAINTAINING GOOD EYE HEALTH 1. If you’re in an office job, experts recommend taking time to consciously look away from your computer screen every 20 minutes by looking 20 feet away from you for 20 seconds. 2. Getting up every two hours to take a break, whether it be fifteen minutes away from your desk or a walk to the office kitchen, can reduce the impact of eye strain, eye dryness, headaches and difficulty seeing at a distance. 3. Making sure you’re wearing the correct glasses for your eyesight and have an up to date prescription from your optometrist is another way to look after your eyes at work. 4. Moving your computer screen, so you’re slightly looking down at the monitor can also help protect your eyes, while wearing sunglasses

outside will protect them from UV rays. 5. Eating a well-balanced diet full of fruits and vegetables, particularly deep yellow and green leafy vegetables and fish high in omega-3 fatty acids, such as salmon and tuna, will help maintain healthy eye function. 6. Regular exercise contributes to overall health and eye health. People who are obese or overweight at a higher risk of developing diabetes, which may lead to diabetic retinopathy or glaucoma, a damaging of the blood vessels on your retina, which may lead to eye damage and even blindness. Book a general eye exam with a local optometrist for an expert analysis of your eye health.

Shannon Davies from Ayr’s Eye Care Plus says routine eye checks are essential for maintaining good vision for life

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Controversial NDIS Independent Assessments proposal scrapped Marina Trajkovich A FEDERAL Government proposal to introduce new independent assessments for people accessing the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has been withdrawn this week, following strong opposition from state and territory ministers and disability groups. The proposal for independent assessments was introduced by federal NDIS minister Linda Reynolds, who argued that for the scheme, estimated to cost 60 billion dollars by 2030

to be sustainable, changes to the eligibility process were necessary. She said that the current eligibility system was too reliant on individual practitioners judgement, suggesting that their ‘empathy bias’ might influence the assessment of their clients, therefore leading to inflated funding packages. Under the current system, individuals applying for NDIS funding can receive assessments through their health specialists, who determine and communicate their individual needs.

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thursday 15 july 2021

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Roasted Pork Belly with Ginger & Spring Onion Dipping Sauce Serves 4 Preparation 30 minutes + several hours drying Cooking 1½ hours + 20 minutes resting

Ingredients 1 kg (2 lb 4 oz) organic free-range pork belly ½ teaspoon Chinese five spice 6 spring onions (scallions), roots trimmed 1 thumb-sized piece of fresh ginger, sliced 2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped 1 tablespoon sesame oil 400 g (14 oz / 2 cups) long-grain white rice Ginger & Spring Onion Dipping Sauce

Recipes and images from In the Kitchen by Simmone Logue (Murdoch Books) RRP: $39.99 available now in all good bookstores and online

2 thumb-sized pieces of fresh ginger, peeled and grated 4 spring onions (scallions), very finely chopped 1 teaspoon sea salt 185 ml (6 fl oz / ¾ cup) peanut oil Set a wire rack over the sink. Place the pork on the rack, skin side up. Pour boiling water over the top, then pat dry with paper towel. Line a baking dish with baking paper. Rub the flesh side of the pork belly with the five spice and plenty of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Scatter the spring onion, ginger and garlic around the baking dish; place the pork on top, flesh side down. Using a sharp knife, pierce the pork skin all over. Place the baking dish in the fridge, and leave the pork uncovered for a few hours, or overnight if you can afford the time.

Apple Pie Makes 1 x 23 cm (9 inch) pie; serves 8 Preparation 1 hour + at least 1 hour resting Cooking 1 hour 375 g (13 oz / 2½ cups) plain (all-purpose) flour, sifted 1 tablespoon caster (superfine) sugar 280 g (10 oz) unsalted butter, softened 125 g (4½ oz / ½ cup) sour cream

For The Filling 8 tart apples, such as bramley or granny smith 50 g (1¾ oz) unsalted butter 110 g (3¾ oz / ½ cup) caster (superfine) sugar juice of 1 lemon 100 g (3½ oz) sultanas (golden raisins) 3 tablespoons plain (all-purpose) flour 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon ground cloves 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

To Finish 1 free-range egg 2 tablespoons thick (double / heavy) cream 2 tablespoons raw (demerara) sugar

When you’re ready to cook, preheat the oven to 160°C (315°F). Rub the pork with the sesame oil and sprinkle liberally with more sea salt. Bake the pork for 1½ hours. After this time, if the skin hasn’t quite crackled up enough, turn the oven up to 180°C (350°F) with the grill element on, and blast the pork for 15–30 minutes, or until the crackling is super crisp and golden. Remove from the oven and rest for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, cook the rice following the packet instructions, or your rice cooker instructions. (I always rinse the rice twice before cooking it, then cover with enough cold water so it just covers my hand when I lay In a large bowl, combine the flour and sugar. Work in the butter, using your fingertips, until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Make a well in the centre, add the sour cream and mix to combine. Divide the pastry into two equal portions. Work each pastry portion into a flat round disc, then wrap in plastic wrap. Leave to rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight if convenient. To make the filling, peel and core the apples, then slice roughly and place in a large bowl. Melt the butter in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the sugar and let it dissolve, then add the apple and remaining filling ingredients and cook, stirring now and then, for 10 minutes, or until the apple has softened. Leave to cool. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 23 cm (9 inch) pie dish on a lightly floured workbench, roll out one piece of pastry to a 30 cm (12 inch) circle, about 8 mm (3⁄8 inch) thick. Ease the pastry into the pie dish, gently pressing it in and letting the pastry hang over the edge. Place the apple mixture in the dish, piling it up in the centre. Lightly dust the workbench with more flour, then roll out the second piece of dough and gently place it over the top of the pie. Using your fingertips or the tines of a fork, press the pastry edges together, then trim around the edge of the pie dish with a sharp knife. Whisk the egg and cream together, then use a pastry brush to brush the mixture over the top of the pie. Use a fork to pierce a few holes in the top of the pie to let the steam out. Sprinkle with the raw sugar. Bake for 45 minutes, or until the pastry is nice and golden and the apple is lovely and soft. Best served warm from the oven.

my palm flat on the top of the rice. It always turns out perfectly!) To make the dipping sauce, combine the ginger, spring onion and salt in a small heatproof bowl. In a small saucepan, heat the peanut oil until smoking, then very carefully pour the oil over the ginger and spring onion. Mix with a spoon to combine, then set aside for serving; the dipping sauce can be made a day or two ahead if needed. Cut the pork into pieces. Serve with the dipping sauce and rice.

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READY TO HIKE HINCHINBROOK ISLAND’S THORSBORNE TRAIL?

Tourism and Events Queensland

Tide Times

Marina Trajkovich

2020 2021

TOWNSVILLE – QUEENSLAND AUSTRALIA, EAST COAST – TOWNSVILLE AUSTRALIA, EAST COAST – TOWNSVILLE

HINCHINBROOK Island has become somewhat of a hiking haven for in the know locals and travellers to North Queensland. The island and national park is known for its rugged terrain and remote beauty, with access to the island available only by private vessel or commercial ferry, just a short ride from the seaside town of Cardwell, two and a half hours north of Townsville. Hinchinbrook Island is a World Heritage-listed wonder, known for its remote camping, beautiful beaches, great fishing and epic hikes, the most famed of which is the challenging Thorsborne Trail. The Thorsborne is not for the faint at heart, consisting of a four-day hike through the East Coast of the island that contains camping grounds along the way for those overnight rests. The 32 km walk has been rated one of the top 10 walks on the planet, showcasing the islands, lush rainforests, mountainous terrains, white sandy beaches and several waterfalls. The best time to do the hike is between April and September when the weather is coolest and is only recommended for fit, well-prepared travellers. A permit is required to hike and stay on the island.

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Doing your part? Here’s how you can reduce your plastic consumption Marina Trajkovich WITH the COVID crisis dramatically increasing plastic waste worldwide, this years Plastic Free July campaign is perhaps the most important yet, with Australians urged to think about plastic waste and how to make more environmentally conscious decisions. Rebecca Prince-Ruiz, founder and executive director of Plastic Free July and the Plastic Free Foundation, says that with the COVID pandemic sparking an increase in single-use plastics like

PPE masks, plastic gloves and hand sanitiser, plastic waste pollution remains an important issue. “Our waste disposal and recycling efforts are fighting a tide of new plastic waste that is being created every day,” said Ms Prince-Ruiz. “If we only start to manage plastic waste once it is in the bin, we’re not going to fix the problem. Every person can be part of the solution, and every action counts towards this shared goal.” Last year, 300 million Plastic Free July participants saved approximately 21kg of waste and together contributed to 900 million

kilograms of plastic waste avoided worldwide, with 85% of participants creating sustainable habits that extended past the July 31st finish line. The Plastic Free July website contains several tips for reducing your single use plastics consumptions everyday, contributing to a more sustainable future and healthier planet.

CONNECT NOW: For more tips on reducing plastic waste, visit www. plasticfreejuly.org/getinvolved/what-you-can-do/

Tips for minimising or curbing your plastic consumption BRING REUSABLES • Bring a reusable coffee cup or dine in at your favourite coffee shop to minimise the impact of disposable coffee cups. Keep your reusable coffee cup in a place you won’t forget it, like on your desk at work or in your bag. • A reusable water bottle will also stop you from buying single-use plastic bottles. • Reusable shopping bags are another way to reduce your plastics footprint, and by

making the switch, you could save around 500 plastic bags per year from entering oceans and landfills. • Opt for a fabric face mask instead of a regular PPE mask. REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE • Make conscious decisions to buy food and products without excess packagings. If you see fruit and veggies wrapped in plastic, opt for the waste-free option.

• Think about your shopping habits and support brands making a conscious effort to cut down their waste or use recycled materials. SIMPLE SWAPS • Milk, stock, and juice cartons contain a mix of plastic, paper and foil, which are difficult to recycle. By choosing glass packaging alternatives or making your own juice and stock, you can cut down on

packaging waste. •H aving a party? Plastic balloons are an environmental no-no, but reusable lanterns, tassels, and flowers can make a beautiful and eco-conscious alternative. •M any beauty products now come in bar form, reducing plastic waste like soap, shampoo and conditioner. •B ulk food shopping or purchasing loose items available will reduce your plastic packaging footprint.

MicroBioGen reports technology breakthrough in 2G biofuels Unique yeast strain converts non-food biomass to bioethanol and food, reduces emissions MicroBioGen IN a major technological breakthrough, Australian biotech company MicroBioGen has successfully demonstrated the production of both high-protein food and low carbon bioethanol from non-food material using a single biological agent. The breakthrough follows 15 years of research and development in MicroBioGen’s high-tech laboratories in Sydney to enhance a geneticallymodified version of the common yeast, Saccharomyces cerevisiae. It comes as the Federal Government steps up its effort to source new and innovative technologies to help achieve a netzero-carbon economy. MicroBioGen’s technology, developed in Australia in collaboration with its global partner Novozymes, provides a technological solution to the problem of producing low-carbon fuels while also increasing food production.

Funded in part with a $4 million grant from the Federal Government’s Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), MicroBioGen’s work will boost the role of second-generation (2G) biofuels in reducing carbon emissions and improving food security by enabling food and fuel production from abundant, low-value waste plant material. MicroBioGen CEO Geoff Bell said the company’s project was a game-changer that dramatically improved the commercial viability and environmental performance of biofuels. “For the first time ever, a single yeast strain – optimised using our proprietary technology – can produce both clean fuel and food from non-food biomass,” Mr Bell said.

Overcoming key barriers to 2G biofuels First-generation (1G) ethanol production typically relies on processing corn or sugarcane, converting some of the food portion of these

crops into fuel. This limits both the production volumes and the amount of CO2 that can be removed from the atmosphere. Currently, the liquid waste stream provides little or no economic nor environmental benefits. 2G ethanol is produced from agricultural waste products such as timber offcuts, crop residues or waste sugarcane pulp (bagasse). As this material is difficult and relatively costly to break down into component sugars, progress in commercialising 2G technology using conventional yeasts has been slow. Converting waste streams into higher-value products economically has also remained challenging. MicroBioGen’s yeast agent overcomes these barriers, converting both hard-tocatalyse sugars derived from non-food substrates into biofuel, and waste by-product into a high-value food source. “The unique properties of our yeast allow it to convert the biomass sugars to biofuels more efficiently, where other yeasts struggle. Crucially,

our optimised yeast can then grow on its own waste stream, converting this waste to a high-value protein suitable as an animal feed,” Mr Bell said. “Our process is shown to be less costly, use less energy and produce fewer emissions than other comparable 2G biofuel processes. The food produced also uses significantly less land than equivalent production elsewhere. “And by capturing CO2 generated during the process, we take carbon out of the atmosphere. It’s a virtuous cycle - the more biofuel we create, the more food we produce and the more carbon we remove. We’re replacing fossil fuels and adding to food security,” he said.

Global export market opportunity beckons MicroBioGen’s $8 million project commenced in 2017 with the intention of optimising yeast genetics

to reduce the cost of 2G biofuel production and boost its performance on key sustainability metrics. MicroBioGen’s yeast achieved on average between 97% and 99% against each of the 13 success criteria established for the project. A peer-reviewed analysis of the research findings[1] found that 2G biofuel manufacture using MicroBioGen’s yeast strain and process, compared with benchmark commercial 2G yeast strains, reduced CO2 emissions by 29%, fossil energy use by 11% and water use by 75%. It also established that the food created from sugarcane bagasse in MicroBioGen’s production process would be the equivalent of 2.4 times the food of crops grown elsewhere[2]. The results exclude the additional potential benefits from sequestering CO2. ARENA CEO Darren Miller said: “ARENA is

delighted to have supported MicroBioGen’s project. The research represents highquality Australian innovation and a step forward in the commercial viability of 2G biofuel. MicroBioGen’s work opens up new possibilities for biofuels as a sustainable energy source and, potentially, significant new export markets for Australia.” Mr Bell added: “Having established the improved commercial viability of a 2G fuel-and-feed biorefinery, the MicroBioGen team is now focused on the global commercial opportunity arising from our technology. We will be working with Novozymes to trial the new optimised strains and bring them to market as soon as possible. It is our hope that the macro, micro and regulatory conditions in Australia will support the deployment of this worldleading technology locally.”

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Wilmar apprenticeship applications now open

Wilmar Sugar WILMAR Sugar Australia is calling on the next generation of apprentices to get their resumes ready, with applications for 2022 apprenticeships opening

online last Saturday, 10 July. Apprenticeships in diesel fitting, electrical, fitting and turning, and fabricating trades are up for grabs across Wilmar’s eight sugar mills and bioethanol distillery. First-year fitting and

Weekly production figures Burdekin region mills Week 5, ending 10 July 2021 Cane crushed Invicta Pioneer Kalamia Inkerman Burdekin

This week

CCS Invicta Pioneer Kalamia Inkerman Burdekin

150,070 79,484 71,267 71,880 372,701

Season to date

685,796 354,552 332,864 279,512 1,652,724

14.39 14.09 13.88 13.55 14.07

Weekly variety performance for region Variety % CCS Variety Q240 38 14.18 Q232 KQ228 33 13.83 Q208 Q183 14 14.43

13.66 13.68 13.31 13.11 13.50 % 7 5

CCS 14.20 13.61

Throughput for the Burdekin mills in week five was good with just over 370,000 tonnes of cane put through the rollers. This brings the season total to just over 1.65M tonnes. This was a pleasing result given two factories lost time to unplanned stops. Kalamia Mill had unscheduled stops early in the week to replace a pan door, and replace a broken roller in the bagasse system. Inkerman Mill had an extended stop to repair some leaking boiler tubes. All factories crushed very well for the remainder of the week. Average weekly CCS was 14.06. This was again well above budget thanks to the dry cool conditions. The highest CCS sample was 16.9 from a rake of Q240 plant cane in the Invicta Mill area.

For first-year fitting and turning apprentice George Burns, scoring a Wilmar apprenticeship has given him the opportunity to gain skills he has always wanted. “I grew up on a farm and used to pull machinery apart and put it back together, just never correctly, so this field will help me understand how it goes back together,” Mr Burns said. “Most of the work in the

mills is done in-house. You do it and you learn from that hands-on experience.” Wilmar Training Superintendent Daniel Shipard said applications would be open for three weeks, closing on Sunday, 1st August. “We are very proud of our apprenticeship program. We currently employ about 130 apprentices across various trades,” Mr Shipard said.

“The four main trades that we focus on are fabricating, fitting and turning, electrical and diesel fitting. “The application process is fairly simple and is all done online.” CONNECT NOW: For more information about Wilmar’s 2022 apprenticeship program applications, visit wilmarsugar-anz.com/ourpeople/apprenticeships

Farmers applaud State Government’s commitment to tackle Queensland’s labour shortage AgForce

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John Tait Cane Supply Manager Burdekin Region

turning apprentice Katelyn Smith has been learning her trade at Victoria Mill, located near Ingham, for the past six months. She said she was glad she chose an apprenticeship, having spent six years after high school on a different career path. “I started as a fibre chemist at Victoria Mill. Through that, I spoke to some tradesmen and fitters, and I got to see the type of work they were doing,” Ms Smith said. “I really like Wilmar’s safety values, so knowing you will come home safe every day.”

AGFORCE and the National Farmers’ Federation are supporting a State Government push to boost agricultural labour on Queensland farms. With trial on-farm quarantine arrangements for workers from Pacific Island nations now underway in Queensland, Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries and Minister for Rural Communities Mark Furner said almost 3000 workers have been drafted in to work on farms and related businesses. The announcement comes as the Federal Government exacerbates the farm labour shortage by changing the rules for backpackers seeking to extend their Working Holiday Maker visas to second and third years allowing them to complete their 88 days work not just on farms but now in the tourism and hospitality sectors in northern and remote

Australia as well. The change threatens to put further strain on Queensland’s horticulture sector, which is currently as many as 9,000 workers short. AgForce CEO Michael Guerin acknowledged the State Government’s support for the agriculture industry during tough times, and thanked Minister Furner for his ongoing commitment to ease the farm labour shortage. But he also urged Immigration Minister Alex Hawke to reconsider his decision on visas and support Queensland agriculture. Mr Guerin said: “We would like to thank Minister Furner for his proactivity in sourcing labour for our farmers and encourage a continued and concerted effort to help keep our industry afloat. “There have always been challenges in finding and retaining ag labour in rural and remote areas, and this shortage has been made much worse by the COVID pandemic and travel

restrictions. “Grains, for example, rely heavily on skilled workers come harvest time. Skilled workers are safe workers, and we need to ensure they are readily available. “While the State Government has demonstrated its commitment to this, unfortunately the decision by Minister Hawke puts that at risk. “We are calling on the Minister to review this decision immediately, and would like to see greater transparency moving forward on the basis for making changes to what is a long running visa program, upon which entire workforces have been predicated.” NFF CEO Tony Mahar said it was time for the Federal Government to take its lead from the State Government when it came to supporting agriculture. “The changes to the backpacker visa could lead to an exodus of workers from agriculture into pubs, clubs

and restaurants right when we need them the most,” he said. “The current work shortages impacting our industry need addressing. We applaud the State Government for its ongoing commitment to bolstering our industry with farm workers, despite the COVID pandemic. “However, the same cannot be said federally, and it’s time that changed. “We urge Minister Hawke to start engaging with industry on the Prime Minister’s commitment to an Ag Visa. “The industry is not being brought into the development of the visa to date and Minister Hawke appears to be continuing his style of not talking to industry on matters that impact them significantly. “If this continues he will end up developing up a regime that suits government but is a disaster for industry which would be a terrible outcome.”

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On the Land is proudly supported by FIRST SHIPMENT OF THE 2021 SUGAR HARVEST QSL AUSTRALIA’S largest sugar marketer, Queensland Sugar Limited (QSL), has dispatched its first shipment of sugar from the current harvest. The cargo of 42,000 tonnes of raw sugar from the Burdekin region was shipped on the Pacific Integrity out of Townsville this month, bound for a refinery customer in South Korea. QSL General Manager Marketing Mark Hampson said South Korea was one of Australia’s largest raw sugar markets and had been one

of QSL’s key customers for nearly 50 years. “While we’ve had other shipments this year, those previous cargos delivered sugar produced last season,” Mr Hampson said. “Queensland’s sugar is in high demand, so this first 2021-Season shipment marks the start of very a busy shipping program which will stretch through until mid-next year, with exports already planned for refining customers in South Korea, Indonesia, Japan and the USA.”

current as of 13 July 2021

Raw Sugar prices

The Pacific Integrity being loaded with Queensland sugar in Townsville earlier this month before setting sail for South Korea.

Chopper surveys target invasive weeds and feral pigs Marina Trajkovich NQ Dry Tropics’ project officers have taken to the skies recently to monitor invasive species like Siam weed and feral pig populations by helicopter. NQ Dry Tropics Project Officer Shakira Todd said efforts to tackle Siam weed and feral pigs are part of the Restoring Bowling Green Bay Wetlands project. “The project aims to improve the ecological character of the wetlands, and managing these invasive species is a key part of the strategy,” Ms Todd said. “Siam weed is recognised as one of the world’s most invasive weeds, and listed as a Restricted Invasive plant under the Biosecurity Act 2014. “Once established, it can out-compete native species at all levels and can climb up to 20m up trees and overwhelm them.” Ms Todd said that Siam weed is a major threat to coastal areas such as the Bowling Green Bay catchment, and to agriculture. A coordinated effort between NQ Dry Tropics, Burdekin Shire Council and local landholders attempts to control infestations while levels are still relatively low and before the plants seed, with 78 potential infestation points identified throughout the surveyed area. Helicopter surveys have also targeted feral pig populations which Shakira said cause widespread land degradation in the Bowling Green Bay catchment. “They threaten natural

QSL Market Update

• Last week saw raw sugar prices give back all of the previous week’s gains, with the ICE 11 market trading lower each day. Following the US Independence Day holiday last Monday, the prompt Oct 21 contract opened the week at 18.35 USc/lb and closed at 17.28 USc/lb, inking a 5.83% loss for the week. • The market appeared to dismiss speculation around potential frost damage to the Brazilian crop. While we won’t know the extent of any damage for another week or so, the two-day frost covered less than 10% of cane area and most of this had already been harvested, so it looks likely to have little impact on Brazilian production. Weather forecasts are predicting a wetter-than-average August which could be bullish (positive) for sugar prices in the short term if harvesting is delayed or sucrose washed out. However, it may have longer-term negative impacts on prices as the ratoon cane for next season receives a much-needed boost. • Corn, wheat and soybean prices were all significantly lower following an improvement in the weather forecast for the United States on Tuesday. Sugar prices were dragged lower by almost 40 points as soon as the grains market opened weaker. • In India, high ICE 11 raw sugar prices have made exporting sugar viable without the government subsidy. Market researchers estimate a record 6.15 million tonnes of sugar have been exported so far this season. It is expected up to 6.5 million tonnes could eventually be shipped, filling some of the lost supply from the poor Thai and Brazilian crops. • The latest Commitment of Traders report provides little insight into speculator behaviour as the market is now approximately 90 points lower on a live basis than the report date of 6 July 2021. A 222,000-lot net-long position was printed, but this is likely to be well under 200,000 today.

2021-SEASON RAW SUGAR PRICES

This is a whole-of-season ICE 11 price chart for the 2021 Season, based on the current 3:2:1 pricing ratio applicable to QSL Target Price Contract growers. Source: Bloomberg

Currency

NQ Dry Tropics Project Officer Shakira Todd and Pest Management Officer Brooke Payne from Burdekin Shire Council searched for Siam weed in the region

• Risk-off sentiment dominated financial markets last week and forced the Australian Dollar down to a year-to-date low of 74.10 US cents on Friday, slipping from a high last Tuesday of 75.99 USc to close the week at 74.88 USc. • An accumulation of factors rather than a single event appeared to drive the change in sentiment lower, with ongoing fear of the US Federal Reserve raising interest rates and the rapidly spreading Delta variant of COVID-19 being the two main influences. As countries such as the UK commit to fully reopening and ‘returning to normal’, financial markets are bracing for the worst and keeping a very close eye on daily case numbers and hospitalisations. • Domestically, the Reserve Bank of Australia met last Tuesday for their July monthly meeting. This brought little news for the market, with interest rates left on hold. Governor Lowe remains focused on economic data rather than specific dates, and stated that while he acknowledges the improved economic conditions, wage growth and inflation targets must be met before any rates changes will occur. At this stage 2024 remains the target for the first hike. • West Texas Intermediary (WTI) oil prices skyrocketed to more than six-year highs of almost $US77/ barrel after a conflict between Saudi Arabia and the UAE blocked an oil supply increase. To read our full commentary in the QSL Market Update, please visit www.qsl.com.au or contact the Burdekin QSL team: Russell Campbell, Grower Relationship Manager 0408 248 385 Kristen Paterson, Grower Relationship Officer 0438 470 235 Rebecca Love, Grower Relationship Officer 0429 054 330

landscapes in many ways, including spreading weeds, and degrading important wetland bird habitat,” she said. “They also cause significant

damage to agricultural crops such as sugarcane.” Work to tackle Siam weed and feral pigs is part of a wider effort by NQ Dry Tropics in collaboration with

the Burdekin Regional Pest Management Group, bringing together partners from local and state governments, Traditional Owners, and Landcare groups.

This report contains information of a general or summary nature. While all care is taken in the preparation of this report, the reliability, accuracy or completeness of the information provided in the document is not guaranteed. The update on marketing and pricing activity does not constitute financial, investment advice. You should seek your own financial advice. Nothing contained in this report should be relied upon as a representation as to future matters. Information about past performance is not an indication of future performance. QSL does not accept any responsibility to any person for the decisions and actions taken by that person with respect to any of the information contained in this report..

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Social seen “Hats n Flats at the Hamptons” Helen Viero Ladies Day Rugby Park Saturday 10th July, 2021 Maria Cantarella, Natasha Stevenson, Bree Dwyer, Danielle Mauro, Jessica Pucciarmati, Karen Driver and Chloe Biffanti

Georgia Keioskie and Lily Horan

Chelsea Cockrem, Dimitya Hern and Kayla Stark

Jacqueline Bailey, Kelsey Shand and Courtney Hayward

Emily Pucciarmarmati and Tayla Defranciscis

Kady Delle Bait and Maddie Dwyer

Sian Reardon and Holly Cox

Keeley McDonnell, Kirra Hodder, Clarissa Barra, Tegan Johnson and Kyla Pringle

Kristi Arboit and Kirsty Jeffery

Peta-Anne Broadhead, Lisa MacDonald and Kristy-Lea Derlagen

Savannah Cannavan, Chelsea Jeffery and Renee Connors

Natasha Stevenson and Shari Pitcher

Shanyn Vettovalli and Jacqueline Bailey

Vicki Lowis, Rebecca Boccalatte and Lucy Poppi

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Social seen Burdekin Netball Association 51st Anniversary Ball Burdekin Memorial Hall Saturday 10th July, 2021

Angela Castellana and Majella Geddes

Community members involved with the Burdekin Netball Association gathered for three days of celebrations last week, commemorating 51 years of Burdekin Netball. The event culminated in an anniversary ball, where netball fans dressed to the nines for the occasion. Ashleigh and Jessica Furlong

Bonny Smith, Paula Tsaousis and Dian Codega

Breanna Bozzetto, Sarah O’Shea, Isabella Plumb, Erin Dwyer and Ella Pirrone

Bud and Shelly Taylor

Cara Trindle, Krystel Kerr and Jan Trindle

Cindy Byrne and Kay Toohey

Emmi Zabel, Faith Swindley and Catherine Wallwork

Helen Oates, Megan Law, Scott and Sandra Bird

Jim and Fay Olsen

Karen Emery, Andrea Olsen and Jan Trindle

Josiah Ballin and Alix Leckenby

Lucy and Roy Musumeci

Kellie Parker and Jan Santacaterina

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Social seen Bluey’s Day Out Burdekin Library Tuesday 6th July, 2021

Burdekin Shire Youth Council volunteers Vaylee Grabs and Gina McCoy

Kids and parents attended Bluey’s DayOut, an activity-filled day part of the Burdekin Library’s school holiday initiatives.

Amelia Rosten and Asha Grasso

Jaxon, Debbie, Jayden and Daley Rasmussen

Harper, Courtney, Rowan and Maryann Anderson

Bo Comford

Hunter Oar, Larnie Fiamingo, Pia Mauro and Andi Perry

Maigen Edwards and Constance Williams

Patricia and Evette Johnston

Mitchell Young, educator Emma West, Daynah West Front- Harrison Dwyer, Charlotte Young, Dallas West

Sally Jeon, Jayden Kim and Jeremy Kim

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What’s on

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NAFA lineup set to entertain EPHEMERA 2021: WONDER Land by Sandstorm

Yothu Yindi Popcorn Underground

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Ephemera

EPHEMERA 2021: INTRUDE by Amanda Parer

THE North Australian Festival of Arts continues in Townsville with a delectable range of artistic delights and feverishly entertaining performances set over the next few weeks. POPCORN UNDERGROUND 03 JUL - 18 JUL 2021 A world-class cabaret starring the obscenely intelligent, beautifully filthy and ribcrackingly funny Reuben Kaye, Popcorn Underground promises an entertaining night of sizzling cabaret, adult carnival, burlesque, magic, astounding circus. The adults-only performance stars a delightfully raucous mix of seductive sword-swallowers, punk rock knife-throwers, topless tap-dancers and incredible contortionists, artfully combining cabaret, burlesque, magic and astounding circus.

THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS 16 - 23 JULY 2021 Wonderland Spiegeltent Strand Park The seven deadly sins is an impressive acrobatic performance, taking audiences on an immersive journey through the sins, from lust to greed, sloth and pride. This collaborative variety show brings together a group of talented Townsville performers who will take you on an exhilarating 60-minute journey exploring the infamous cardinal vices. The performance is a sensational spectacle featuring duo acrobatics, aerial arts, and fire dancing, not to be missed. EPHEMERA FREE 17–25 July 2021 Ephemera is an annual exhibition running in Townsville since, 2001,

The Seven Deadly Sins

providing regional artists with an opportunity to showcase their talent in the national arena. Ephemera transforms The Strand into a 2km outdoor seaside sculptural exhibition for all to enjoy, showcasing 26 sculptures by local and nationally renowned artists. The 20 competitive artworks will be competing for the major $10,000 Award for Artistic Excellence. YOTHU YINDI ON THE HEADLAND FREE 16 July 2021 One of Australia’s most iconic rock groups, Arnhem Land’s Yothu Yindi, are blazing their way back onstage, putting new fire into classic tracks like ‘Treaty’, ‘Tribal Voice’ and ‘One Blood’. Thirty years since the band’s formation, Yothu Yindi still gigs as a rock combo, wowing crowds with their

mix of hot electric guitars and ancient Yolnju manikay (singing), bungul (dancing) and the rumble of the yidaki (didgeridoo). Yothu Yindi will be joined on lead vocals by special guest Rrawun Maymuru, an established performer in his own right and frontman of the popular Northern Territory act, East Journey. CONNECT NOW: Tickets to Popcorn Underground, The Seven Deadly Sins are available via https://wonderland.sales. ticketsearch.com/sales/sales. Check out the full NAFA program and lineup of events at https://bit.ly/3eg17bS

JULY BURDEKIN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL PRESENTS SCHOOL OF ROCK Friday 16 - Sunday 18 July Burdekin Theatre EPHEMERA Saturday 17 - Sunday 25 July The Strand Townsville VVAA MARKETS Sunday 18 July 8am - 12noon Plantation Park

AUSVEG HORTICULTURE PEST & DISEASE WORKSHOP Tuesday 20 July 3-5 pm Ayr Research Facility 343 Old Clare Road Ayr Wednesday 21 July 3-5 pm Gumlu Tavern De Salis St Gumlu BEE BIOSECURITY WORKSHOP Thursday 22 July 9-11.30 am Stackelroth Farms 14 - 34 Kelsey Road Bowen

PETER RABBIT 2, THE RUNAWAY AND DREAM HORSE Friday 23 & 30, Saturday 24 & 31 July 7pm Ayr’s Stardust Drive-In Theatre AUSTRALIAN FESTIVAL OF CHAMBER MUSIC Friday 23 July - Sunday 1 August Various locations Townsville MICK FLEETWOOD & FRIEND (CINEMA LIVE) Saturday 24 July 8pm Burdekin Theatre

BURDEKIN RELAY FOR LIFE Saturday 24 July 1pm - 10pm Ayr Showground CORES FREE SUICIDE INTERVENTION TRAINING Friday 30 July 8.30am - 3.30pm Burdekin PCYC Phone 0427 455 313 or Email: coresqld@kentishrc.com.au NQ EQUESTRIAN GROUP SHOWJUMPING CHAMPIONSHIPS Saturday 31 July 8 am - 5 pm Ayr Showgrounds

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6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Tour De France Update. 8.00 WorldWatch. 11.00 Tour De France Preview. 12.00 Tour De France Update. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Secrets Of HM Prison: Wormwood Scrubs. 2.55 Railway Journeys UK. 3.30 The Cook Up. 4.00 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Tour De France Preview. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. (R) 6.30 News. 7.30 Great Asian Railway Journeys. (R) 8.30 The Good Fight. (M) 9.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 18. 1.50 Italian Food Safari. (R) 2.20 Food Safari. (R) 2.50 Long Weekends. (R) 4.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGa, R) 1.30 Border Patrol. (PG, R) 2.00 Manhunt. (Mlv, R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. (R) 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 8.30 Conjoined Twins. Explores the world of conjoined twins. (PGa) 10.30 The Latest: Seven News. 11.00 Busted In Bangkok. (Malsv, R) 12.00 Black-ish. (PGl) 1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News. 12.10 MOVIE Undercover Blues. (1993, PGlsv, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News. 4.30 Hot Seat. (R) 5.30 News. 6.00 News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 RBT. (PGdl, R) 8.30 Paramedics. (PGm, R) 9.30 Kings Cross ER. (PGdm, R) 10.30 Nine News Late. 11.00 Chicago Med. (Mam, R) 11.50 Miniseries: The Bad Seed. (Mlsv, R) 12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop. (R) 5.00 News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 The Talk. (PGa) 7.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 7.30 Bold. (PG, R) 8.00 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PGal, R) 1.00 Jamie & The Nonnas. (R) 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Farm To Fork. (PG, R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 My Market Kitchen. 4.00 Everyday Gourmet. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 10 News First Presents Diana’s Decades. (PGadls) 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. A detective asks the SVU for help. (Masv, R) 10.30 Blue Bloods. (Mav) 11.30 The Project. (R) 12.30 Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Morning.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Q+A. (R) 11.05 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 1.30 Back Roads. (PG, R) (Final) 2.05 Mystery Road. (Mdlv, R) 3.00 ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 Think Tank. (R) 5.00 Barrie Cassidy’s One Plus One. (R) 5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 6.00 The Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Movin’ To The Country. 8.00 Dream Gardens. (PG) 8.30 Midsomer Murders. (Mav) (Series return) 10.05 Baptiste. (MA15+a, R) 11.00 ABC Late News. 11.15 The Vaccine. (R) 11.35 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Tour De France Update. 8.00 WorldWatch. 11.00 Tour De France Preview. 12.00 Tour De France Update. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 (Dis)honesty: The Truth About Lies. 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.30 The Cook Up. 4.00 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Tour De France Preview. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. (R) 6.30 News. 7.35 Walking Britain’s Lost Railways. (PG) 8.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 19. 2.15 Italian Food Safari. (R) 2.45 Food Safari. (R) 3.15 Far Eastern Odyssey. (R) 4.25 VICE Guide To Film. (MA15+lv, R) 4.55 Late Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE 19th Wife. (2010, Masv, R) 2.00 House Of Wellness. (PG) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Australia. (R) 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 8.30 MOVIE Ladies In Black. Angourie Rice. A young woman learns about life and love. (2018, PGl, R) 10.45 MOVIE Morgan. (2016, MA15+v, R) 12.35 The School Of Stammers. (PGa, R) 2.00 Shopping. (R) 4.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R) 5.00 NBC Today.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 Talking Honey: Princess Diana. (PG, R) 12.15 MOVIE Cooking With Love. (2018) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News. 4.30 Hot Seat. (R) 5.30 News. 6.00 Nine News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 18. Manly Sea Eagles v St George Illawarra Dragons. 9.50 Golden Point. 10.35 MOVIE The Infiltrator. (2016, MA15+adlv) 1.00 Surfing Australia TV. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop. (R) 4.00 Global Shop. (R) 4.30 TV Shop. (R) 5.30 ACA. (R)

6.00 The Talk. (PGa) 7.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 7.30 Bold. (PG, R) 8.00 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PGa, R) 1.00 The Living Room. (R) 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Farm To Fork. (PG, R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 My Market Kitchen. 4.00 Everyday Gourmet. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 The Living Room. 8.30 To Be Advised. 9.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Mal, R) 10.30 2017 Montreal Comedy Festival. (Mls, R) 11.30 The Project. (R) 12.30 Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Shopping. (R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R) 1.20 Restoration Australia. (R) 2.15 Will Australia Ever Have A Black Prime Minister? (R) 3.20 Back In Time For Dinner. (R) 4.25 Landline. 4.55 Scottish Vets Down Under. (PG, R) 5.25 Secrets Of The Museum. (R) (Final) 6.15 The Repair Shop. (R) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 The Durrells. (PG) 8.20 Belgravia. (PG) 9.10 The Trouble With Maggie Cole. (Ma) (New Series) 9.55 MotherFatherSon. (Mlv, R) (Final) 10.55 Miniseries: Delicious. (Ml, R) 11.40 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Tour De France Update. 8.00 WorldWatch. 11.00 Tour De France Preview. 12.00 Tour De France Update. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Monty Don’s Paradise Garden. (R) 4.10 Trail Towns. (PG) 4.40 Hitler’s World: The Post War Plan. (PG, R) 5.30 Tour De France Preview. 6.30 News. 7.30 Walking Britain’s Lost Railways. (PG) 8.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 20. 2.15 Italian Food Safari. (R) 2.45 Food Safari. (R) 3.15 Long Weekends. (R) 4.25 VICE Guide To Film. (Mdlv, R) 5.00 France 24 Feature. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Border Patrol. (PG, R) 12.30 Dog Patrol. (PGa, R) 1.00 To Be Advised. 4.00 Better Homes. (R) 5.00 Travel And Eat With Dan & Steph. (PG) 5.30 Creek To Coast. (R) 6.00 News. 7.00 MOVIE Independence Day: Resurgence. (2016, PGlv, R) 9.20 MOVIE Suicide Squad. (2016, Mhlv, R) 11.50 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous. (Mav, R) 1.05 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. WD-40 Townsville SuperSprint. Day 1. Highlights. 2.00 Shopping. (R) 4.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Easy Eats. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Surfing Australia TV. (PG) 12.30 The Rebound. 1.00 Cybershack. (PG) 1.30 Talking Honey: Princess Diana. (R) 1.45 Beauty And The Geek. (PG, R) 3.00 Netball. Super Netball. Round 11. Giants v Sunshine Coast Lightning. 5.00 News. 5.30 Getaway. (PG) 6.00 News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Rugby Union. International Test Series. Game 3. Australia v France. 10.00 France Test Series Post-Match. 10.30 MOVIE Safe House. (2012, Mlv, R) 12.45 World’s Worst Flights. (Ma, R) 1.35 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 7.00 Escape Fishing. (R) 7.30 The Offroad Adventure Show. (R) 8.30 RV Daily Foodie Trails. (R) 9.00 Places We Go. (PG, R) 9.30 St10. (PG) 12.00 The Living Room. (R) 1.00 The Dog House. (PG, R) 2.00 Pooches At Play. 2.30 By Design Heroes. 3.00 What’s Up Down Under. 3.30 Farm To Fork. (PG, R) 4.00 Taste Of Australia. (R) 4.30 Three Blue Ducks. (PGl, R) 5.00 News. 6.00 Jamie’s Easy Meals For Every Day. 6.30 Bondi Rescue. (PGadl, R) 7.00 The Dog House. (PGa, R) 8.00 To Be Advised. 11.00 Blue Bloods. (Mv, R) 12.00 Late Programs.

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6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Ms Represented With Annabel Crabb. (PG, R) 11.00 Secrets Of The Museum. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Win The Week. (R) 1.30 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL. (R) 2.00 Mystery Road. (Mlv, R) 3.00 ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 Think Tank. (R) 5.00 Barrie Cassidy’s One Plus One. (R) 5.25 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 6.00 The Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Foreign Correspondent. 8.30 Q+A. 9.35 Australia Debates. (Mls, R) 10.20 ABC Late News. 10.55 Barrenjoey Road. (Mal, R) 11.55 Late Programs.

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6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Movin’ To The Country. (R) 2.00 Dream Gardens. (PG, R) 2.30 Shakespeare And Hathaway. (PG, R) 3.15 Scottish Vets Down Under. (PG, R) 4.00 The Sound. (R) 5.00 Art Works. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (PG) 6.30 Compass. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News Sunday. 7.40 Grand Designs. 8.30 Miniseries: Innocent. (Mals, R) 9.15 Miniseries: Agatha Christie’s The ABC Murders. (Masv, R) 10.15 Operation Buffalo. (Madlv, R) 11.10 Line Of Duty. (Mav, R) 12.10 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Tour De France Update. 8.00 WorldWatch. 11.00 Tour De France Preview. 12.00 Tour De France Update. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 FIFA World Cup 2022 Magazine. 3.30 Cycling. National Road Series. Tour of Brisbane. Highlights. 4.00 Rivals. 4.30 Green For Gold: The Boomers, Australian Men’s National Basketball Team. 5.30 Tour De France Preview. 6.30 News. 7.30 Birth Of Empire: The East India Company. (PG, R) 9.45 Grand Tours Of Scotland’s Lochs. (PG) (Series return) 11.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Final stage. 4.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Better Homes. (R) 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) 1.00 Business Builders. (R) 1.30 To Be Advised. 3.00 Dog Patrol. (PGa, R) 3.30 Border Security. (PG, R) 4.00 Better Homes. (R) 5.00 News. 5.30 Weekender. 6.00 News. 7.00 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGl) 8.30 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous. (Mav) 9.40 The Real Manhunter. (Madv) 10.40 Criminal Confessions. (MA15+av) 11.40 The Blacklist. (Mav) 12.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Easy Eats. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Sports Sunday. (PG) 11.00 NRL Sunday Footy Show. (PG) 1.00 Netball. Super Netball. Round 11. Melbourne Vixens v Collingwood Magpies. 3.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 18. Brisbane Broncos v Wests Tigers. 6.00 News. 7.00 Beauty And The Geek. (PGl) 8.30 60 Minutes. 9.30 Nine News Late. 10.00 Catching A Serial Killer: Bruce McArthur. (MA15+av) 11.50 Killed By My Stalker. (Mal, R) 12.40 Dr Christian Jessen Will See You Now. (Mas, R) 1.30 TV Shop. 4.00 Take Two. (R) 5.00 News. 5.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Mass. 6.30 Hillsong. 7.00 Joseph Prince. 7.30 Joel Osteen. 8.00 Pooches At Play. (R) 8.30 Destination Dessert. (R) 9.00 Australia By Design: Innovations. (PG, R) 9.30 St10. (PG) 12.00 Left Off The Map. (R) 12.30 Freshly Picked. (R) 1.00 My Market Kitchen. (R) 1.30 GCBC. (R) 2.00 Three Veg And Meat. (R) 2.30 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 3.00 The Dog House. (PGa, R) 4.00 The Queen Carries On: Gayle King Special. (R) 5.00 News. 6.30 The Sunday Project. 7.30 Australian Survivor. (Series return) 9.15 FBI. (Mv) 12.00 Late Programs.

MONDAY

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6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Landline. (R) 11.00 Grand Designs. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 The Durrells. (PG, R) 1.45 Chopsticks Or Fork? (R) 2.05 Harrow. (Malnv, R) 3.00 ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 Escape From The City. (PG, R) 5.00 Barrie Cassidy’s One Plus One. (R) 5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 6.00 The Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Courtney Act’s One Plus One. 8.30 Four Corners. 9.15 Media Watch. (PG) 9.35 Bad Influencer. (PG) 10.20 ABC Late News. 10.55 Cracking COVID. (PG, R) 12.10 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 6.30 This Week. 7.00 Tour De France Update. 8.00 WorldWatch. 11.00 Tour De France Preview. 12.00 Tour De France Update. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Arabia With Levison Wood. 3.00 Railway Journeys UK. 3.30 The Cook Up. 4.00 The Royals, British Aristocracy And The Nazis. 5.00 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. (R) 6.30 News. 7.35 Secrets Of The Tower Of London. (PGa, R) 8.30 Secret Scotland. (PG) 9.25 24 Hours In Emergency. (M) 10.20 SBS News. 10.50 The Investigation. (Ma) 11.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE Her Husband’s Betrayal. (2013, Mav, R) 2.00 Miniseries: Manhunt. (Mlv, R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGsv) 7.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGl) 9.00 9-1-1: Lone Star. (Mav) 10.00 S.W.A.T. (Madv) 11.00 The Latest: Seven News. 11.30 Filthy Rich. (Mav) 12.30 Why Can’t We Sleep? (PGal, R) 1.30 Animal Rescue. (R) 2.00 Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 12.30 Beauty And The Geek. (PGl, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News. 4.30 Hot Seat. 5.30 News. 6.00 News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Beauty And The Geek. (PG) 8.40 Emergency. (Mm) 9.40 100% Footy. (M) 10.40 Nine News Late. 11.10 The Arrangement. (Mals) 12.05 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.00 ACA. (R) 1.30 TV Shop. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop. (R) 4.00 Take Two. (R) 5.00 News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 The Talk. (PGa) 7.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 7.30 Bold. (PG, R) 8.00 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PGa) 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.45 Ent. Tonight. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 My Market Kitchen. 4.00 Everyday Gourmet. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Australian Survivor. 9.00 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns) 10.00 Just For Laughs. (Mls) 10.30 The Project. (R) 11.30 Stephen Colbert. (PG) 12.30 Shopping. (R) 2.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 3.00 Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Morning.

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6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Belgravia. (PG, R) 1.45 Chopsticks Or Fork? (R) 2.05 Harrow. (Masv, R) 3.00 ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 Escape From The City. (R) 5.00 Barrie Cassidy’s One Plus One. (R) 5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 6.00 The Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Ms Represented With Annabel Crabb. (PGa) 8.30 Cancer: A Story Of Hope. 9.30 And We Danced. (PG, R) 10.30 ABC Late News. 11.00 Q+A. (R) 12.05 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Arabia With Levison Wood. 3.00 Railway Journeys UK. 3.30 The Cook Up. 4.00 Mediterranean With Simon Reeve. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. (R) 6.30 News. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG) 8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline. 10.30 SBS News. 11.00 Cacciatore: The Hunter. (MA15+v) (New Series) 12.00 Cardinal. (MA15+av, R) 3.20 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (Mals, R) 4.15 VICE Guide To Film. (MA15+lv, R) 5.00 France 24 Feature. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE Secrets In The Attic. (2016, Mv, R) 2.00 Miniseries: Manhunt. (Mlv, R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGav) 7.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGl) 9.00 The Rookie. (Mav) 11.00 The Latest: Seven News. 11.30 Filthy Rich. (Mav) 12.30 Temptation Island USA. (MA15+als, R) 1.30 Animal Rescue. (R) 2.00 Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 Desperate Housewives. (Mas, R) 1.00 Beauty And The Geek. (PG, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News. 4.30 Hot Seat. 5.30 News. 6.00 News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Beauty And The Geek. 8.40 The Weakest Link. 9.40 Kath & Kim Kountdown “The Creme De La Menthe”. (PGalns, R) 10.40 Nine News Late. 11.10 Emergence. (Mhv, R) 12.05 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.00 ACA. (R) 1.30 TV Shop. (R) 4.00 Take Two. (R) 5.00 News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 The Talk. (PGa) 7.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 7.30 Bold. (PG, R) 8.00 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PGal) 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.30 Ent. Tonight. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 My Market Kitchen. 4.00 Everyday Gourmet. 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Australian Survivor. 9.00 NCIS. The team investigates a US Marine. (Mv, R) 11.00 The Project. (R) 12.00 Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Shopping. (R) 3.00 Infomercials. (PG, R) 3.30 Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Morning.

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6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 The Repair Shop. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Press Club. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 2.05 Harrow. (Mav, R) 3.00 ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 Escape From The City. (R) 4.55 Barrie Cassidy’s One Plus One. (R) (Final) 5.25 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 6.00 The Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Win The Week. 8.30 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL. 9.00 Starstruck. (Ml) 9.25 Superwog. (MA15+l) (Final) 9.50 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (R) (Final) 10.30 ABC Late News. 11.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.45 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Going Places. 2.30 Insight. 3.30 The Cook Up. 4.00 Mediterranean With Simon Reeve. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. (R) 6.30 News. 7.35 Raiders Of The Lost Art: China. (PG) 8.30 Naples: Under The Volcanic Threat. (PG) 9.30 King Arthur’s Britain: Truth Unearthed. (Ma, R) 10.40 SBS News. 11.10 Unknown Amazon. (M) (New Series) 12.00 McMafia. (MA15+v, R) 4.20 VICE Guide To Film. (MA15+dl, R) 5.00 France 24 Feature. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE The Wife He Met Online. (2012, Msv, R) 2.00 Miniseries: Manhunt. (Mlv, R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Queensland’s 2032 Olympic Bid. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 7.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGl) 9.15 Olympic Games Tokyo 2020. Women’s Soccer. Australia v New Zealand. From Tokyo Stadium. 11.30 The Latest: Seven News. 12.00 First Dates Australia. (PGals, R) 1.10 Travel Oz. (R) 2.00 Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 The Weakest Link. (R) 1.00 Beauty And The Geek. (R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News. 4.30 Hot Seat. 5.30 News. 6.00 Nine News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 To Be Advised. 8.30 MOVIE Legally Blonde. (2001, PGls, R) 10.30 Nine News Late. 11.00 The First 48. (Mav, R) 11.50 Bluff City Law. (Ma, R) 12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop. (R) 5.00 News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 The Talk. (PGa) 7.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 7.30 Bold. (PG, R) 8.00 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (Mad) 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.30 Ent. Tonight. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 My Market Kitchen. 4.00 Everyday Gourmet. 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 The Bachelor Australia. Return. 9.00 Bull. Taylor embarks on a new romance. (Mv, R) 11.00 The Project. (R) 12.00 Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Shopping. (R) 2.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 3.00 Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Morning.

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5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R) 7.30 Father Brown. (M, R) 8.30 Inspector Morse. (M, R) 10.50 Murdoch Mysteries. (M, R) 11.50 Andrew Denton’s Interview. (PG, R) 12.50 The Fine Art Auction. (PG)

6.00pm American Pickers. (PG, R) 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 AFL Pre-Game Show. 8.00 Football. AFL. Round 18. Fremantle v Geelong. 11.00 AFL Post-Game Show. 11.30 Hardcore Pawn. (M, R)

6.00pm The Nanny. (PG, R) 6.30 3rd Rock From The Sun. (PG, R) 7.00 That ’70s Show. (PG, R) 7.30 America’s Top Dog. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Den Of Thieves. (2018) (MA15+, R) 11.15 3rd Rock From The Sun. (PG, R)

5.30pm Bondi Vet: Coast To Coast. (PG, R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 MOVIE True Grit. (1969) (PG, R) 10.10 MOVIE The Replacement Killers. (1998) (MA15+, R) 12.00 Antiques Roadshow. 12.30 My Favorite Martian. (R)

6.00pm JAG. (PG, R) 7.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 Hawaii Five-0. (M, R) 10.30 SEAL Team. (M, R) 11.30 FBI. (M, R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 2.00 Walker, Texas Ranger. (M, R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG) 7.00 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R) 11.00 The Neighborhood. (PG, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 1.30 Sabrina, The Teenage Witch. (PG, R)

5.45pm Shortland Street. (PG) 6.15 Forged In Fire. (M) 7.05 Jeopardy! (PG, R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 The Curse Of Oak Island. 10.10 Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. (M)

7.30pm Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 8.30 MOVIE The Kids Are All Right. (2010) (MA15+, R) 10.10 Doctor Who. (PG, R) 10.55 Art Works. (PG, R) 11.25 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 11.55 Insert Name Here. (M, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R) 7.30 Vintage Roads: Great And Small. (PG) 8.30 Escape To The Country. 9.30 Selling Houses Australia. (R) 10.30 Charlie Luxton’s Homes By The Sea. (PG, R)

6.00pm American Pickers. (PG, R) 7.00 Friday Night Countdown. 7.30 Football. AFL. Round 18. Richmond v Brisbane Lions. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. 11.00 Armchair Experts. (M) 11.30 Hardcore Pawn. (M, R)

5.30pm MOVIE The Smurfs 2. (2013) (G, R) 7.30 MOVIE Minions. (2015) (PG, R) 9.15 MOVIE Evolution. (2001) (PG, R) 11.15 All New Traffic Cops. (M, R) 12.15 Love Island. (MA15+) 1.20 Paranormal Caught On Camera. (M, R)

5.30pm Bondi Vet: Coast To Coast. (PG, R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 David Attenborough’s Life Story. (PG, R) 8.40 MOVIE Robin Hood. (2010) (M, R) 11.20 Antiques Roadshow. 11.50 Dangerman. (R)

6.00pm JAG. (PG, R) 7.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. (M, R) 11.30 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. (M) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 2.00 Walker, Texas Ranger. (M, R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG) 7.00 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.30 Friends. (PG, R) 11.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 1.30 Crazy ExGirlfriend. (M, R)

6.05pm Forged In Fire. (M) 7.00 Jeopardy! (PG, R) 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Dynamo: Magician Impossible. (R) 9.30 City Porn. (MA15+, R) 10.25 Fear The Walking Dead. (MA15+) 12.25 Yokayi Footy. (R)

FRIDAY

7.30pm Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 8.00 QI. (M, R) 8.30 Live At The Apollo. (M, R) 9.15 Black Mirror. (MA15+) 10.15 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R) 10.45 Fleabag. (M, R) 11.10 The Moaning Of Life. (M, R)

6.30 Dr Harry’s Animal Encounters. (PG) 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet In Spring. (PG, R) 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Home Rescue. (PG) 12.00 Before And After. (R) 12.30 The Fine Art Auction. (PG)

7.20 Football. AFL. Round 18. St Kilda v Port Adelaide. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. 11.00 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. WD-40 Townsville SuperSprint. Day 1. Highlights. 12.00 Barter Kings. (PG, R)

5.45pm MOVIE Astro Boy. (2009) (PG, R) 7.30 MOVIE The Italian Job. (2003) (M, R) 9.45 MOVIE Atomic Blonde. (2017) (MA15+, R) 12.00 Love Island: Unseen Bits. (MA15+) 1.00 Westside. (MA15+, R)

5.30pm MOVIE Attack On The Iron Coast. (1968) (PG, R) 7.30 MOVIE Once Upon A Time In The West. (1968) (M, R) Henry Fonda. 10.55 MOVIE Death Wish V. (1994) (MA15+, R) 1.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30pm Scorpion. (PG, R) 6.30 Scorpion. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 NCIS: New Orleans. (M, R) 10.20 Hawaii Five-0. (M, R) 12.15 Elementary. (M, R)

6.00pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 6.25 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.45 2 Broke Girls. (M, R) 10.45 MOVIE The Perks Of Being A Wallflower. (2012) (M) Logan Lerman. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 1.30 100% Hotter. (M, R)

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Results 7.7.2021 Wednesday Social: Winners: C. Olditch, G. Nixon and S. Darwen def T. Wixi, G. MacDonald and A. Gauvin. Other games: B. Ryan, A. Jones and J. Papale def R. Soper, C. Wise and J. Murray. A. Cornford, G. Cameron and B. Murison def H. Hazle, D. Willinson and G. Wignall. M. Olsen, M. Olditch and G. Rennie def G. Braid, D. Pole and R. Aplin. Saturday Social Winners: C. Olditch, T. Feakes and M. Nixon def H. Hazle, J. Papale and G. Brickhill. Other games: D. Cutting, M. Chapman and J, Murray def G. Kelly, G. Nixon and V. Edwards. R. Soper, B. Cornford and J Grabbi def M.D. Willinson, J. Edwards and S. Darwen. L. Stidston, M. Olditch and K. Rummeny def T. Gough, P. Kelly and J. Beresford. Tuesday afternoon social bowls once again was sponsored by the Mahjong Group, thanks so much to them. The winners of the afternoon were Val Edwards, Merle Nixon, Beryl Cornford and Dot Cutting who defeated Rayleen Hervey Helen Collins, Pat Herd and Pam Power. In the other game Ruth Moore, Karen Page and Heather Jorgensen defeated Carolyn Jones, Di Lindridge Thele Powell. Results of Competition played earlier Crooked Kitty. I. Wilson defeated H. Jorgensen. B. Cornford defeated I. Cislowski. K. Page defeated R. Moore.

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Competition for Thursday 27th July: P. Power v D. Cutting. Players required for today B. Cornford, D. Lindridge, J. Edwards, V. Edwards(sub) D. Cutting, K. Page, T. Powell, P. Power. Social Selector’s for August: Ruth Moore, Rayleigh, Marlene Caldwell. Winners of Wednesday night Soscial bowls wereWilma Wright, David Burt and Robyn McAllister second prize going to Bertilla Piazetta, Norman Stories and Sam Caltabiano. A night of really good bowling was enjoyed by all . Wnners of The Ayr Club Championship Pairs for 2021: Joy Comollatti and Irene Wison

Ayr Golf Club

Saturday 10/7 was a 4BBB Stableford Medley sponsored by C D Lewty & Sons. The winners were Phil Johnstone and Kevin Campbell with 49 points, Raul Guglielmana and Allen Clutterbuck 48, John Hoey and David Christensen 48. Sunday morning, it was good to see the clubhouse full of Anzac Club social players. What a wonderful turn out and the smell of that BBQ was amazing. Afternoon players had a Club Medley with only ten players. Our fabulous Fairway Phil Johnstone won again with a very impressive 40 points (this bloke is 82 and playing off 10), Emanuel Cortabitarte 36 on a countback from Dan Coutts on a countback from Ingrid West. Once again, many thanks to our valued sponsors. LADIES GOLF 7/7/21

Distinctions monthly medal rolls around again. Our amazing sponsors from Distinctions provide this prize every month, such a valuable contribution to our club. A great field took to the course on Wednesday, with 26 ladies participating. We had youngsters and visitors all having a round with the regular ladies, being school holidays. We had all aspects of golf covered in our winners this week, which shows what wonderful competition golf is with the handicap system. From junior golfers to experienced golfers to beginner golfers, we had all three levels taking home the prizes this week. Our A-Grade winner went to up and coming star Khyla Cursio with a round of 69 net. Our B-Grade winner was the ever experienced Mavis Carvolth with a 70 net, and our C-Grade winner was one of our new members for 2021, Marion Chappell, with a 72 net. Congratulations ladies, and thanks again, Distinctions Hair Salon.

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Results for Round 3 Week 3: At the Kalamia, Cougars win 8-2 against the Falcons. Game 1 P. Auer & K. Kemp v L. Russo & D. Mondin 7-5. Game 2 J. O’Hara & S. Minuzzo v S. Baldo & P. Doig 1-11. Game 3 B. McLaughlin & N. Hole v M. Parison & R. Leonardi. Game 4 Falcons forfeit. Cougars win with an aggregate 23-18. At the ANZAC CLub, Crushers win 9-1 against Ants. Game 1 R.

Chapple & R. Muguira v L. Taylor & S. Mulhare 6-6. Game 2 M. Cottardi & O. Rhodes v M. Koch & T. Reichman 8-1. Game 3 E. Pearce & D. Oats v C. Taylor & J. Parison 6-4. Game 4 S. Keryk & S. Bennett v K. Davison & M. McCloskey 7-5 Crushers win with an aggregate 27-16. At the National, Nat II win 8-2 against Bombers. Game 1 D. Jorgensen & R. Peach v C. Morello & S. Dunn 4-9. Game 2 L. Fahey & J. Brock v B. Thorogood & R. Thomas 9-4. Game 3 D. Smart & M. Horan v M. Wellington & A. Landridge 8-2. Game 4 G. Stockdale & T. Horan v K. Bosel & T. Andrew 14-1. National had the bye so 10 points. Points: Nat II 133, Crushers 124, Falcons 109, Nat I 96, Ants 92, Bombers 76 & Cougars 56 Games this week: Nat I v Bombers at National, Ants v Cougars at Kalamia, Falcons v Crushers at Anzac and Nat II have the bye. Remember to get your nominations in for the Tom Barrett, finals will be played on Sunday 22nd August. Our presentation night this year will be held at the Queens Hotel on Sat 27th November.

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On Friday night, Joe Ypinazar, Wayne Coonan and Tony Battaglia combined with having a tight win over Simon Griggs, Helen Collins, and Margaret McLaughlin. Jo Griggs, Lyn Storrie and Gary Pearce put in a late flurry of big scoring ends to put paid to the challenge from

Merv Wilshere, Ross McLaughlin and Rob Jorgensen. This coming Friday night, Fahey & Walsh will be hosting a night of stress-free fun playing bowls. Call Rob on 0419655005 to book a place. Names in by 6:00 pm for a 6:30 pm start. In the A-Grade Pairs competition match, Joe Ypinazar and Peter Jorgensen had a win over Nev Dickinson and Len Feeney, who peaked at the coin toss. On Saturday, the club travelled to Charters Towers to contest the Dalgety Shield. Charters Towers took out the contest, but all had a good time, which is the game plan for these encounters. On Sunday, there were two triples matches. In game one the trio of Gary Pearce, Wayne Coonan, and Merv Wilshere started out like champs. Then the trio of Trevor Elton, Jamie Woods and Joe Ypinazar clicked into gear and completely dismantled their opposition. In game two, Rob Jorgensen, Kev Collins and Alan Garioch called on their many years of experience to teach the trio of Mick McCloskey, Rob Garner and Doug Robins a lesson in precision bowls. Matches will be on again on Sunday with names in by 1:00 pm for a 1:30 pm start.

Home Hill Golf Club

Last Wednesday, the ladies played a stroke event for the Guardian Pharmacy trophy, who we thank for supporting our club. The winner with 75 nett was Val Smith, who has a purple patch of form just in time for NQ pennants

in a couple of weeks. Runner-up was Jan Cannavan with 77 nett. The chip shot on 2/14 went to Heather Todman, and Beth Prescott won nearest the pin on 9/18. Jan also won the raffle. The Friday club saw 20 players coming out to see the course in magnificent condition. Pin shots went to John Power, David Ingold and Carol Betteridge. The least putts went to Glen Berryman and Fred Morcom with 14. Fred won on a count-back. The daily winner was John Power. Nolene Hewish drew the lucky ticket but no win, so the money jackpots to $150 this week. On Sunday, a great field of 35 players turned out, with a good number coming over from Ayr. There were meat trays to win, and some good scores were posted. The winner with 40 Stableford points was Lloyd Shepherd, with four players having 37 points and featuring in the run-down was Jason Forno on a count-back from Carol Betteridge, Chris Mann and Paul Krause. The pin shots went to Craig O’Keefe, Peter Dale and Mary Chatfield on 4/13, and Bevan Macelroy, Geoff Todman and Mary Chatfield were the winners on 9/18. Thanks go to James for organising the day. This Sunday is the monthly medal for the men and a club trophy for the ladies. On the weekend of 24th and 25th July, we will be holding a competition on both days as the Ayr course will be closed for the ladies NQ Pennants. All Ayr members are invited over for a game.

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Foley Shield still part of Burdekin’s Rugby League fabric Daniel Shirkie FOOTY mad fanatics will surely remember the last time that a home side held the Foley Shield aloft. The near-century old competition, which has existed under many different titles and tournament styles over that period of time, was once the crown jewel in North Queensland’s developing Rugby League scene. It’s a competition that’s always born an inseparable link to the fabric of Rugby League in the Burdekin region too. Footy-mad local Graham Poacher has been digging up any and all information he can about the long-running competition, after getting into a bar-room argument about some of the Ayr line-ups that etched their name in Foley Shield history. “There were some great players that played for the Burdekin over the years, Jono Cole would have been one of them, Gary Wellington, Andy Pegarraro from Home Hill,” Poacher said. “In the 1980 side, you’ve got Gary Dales, Rick Bradford, there’s quite a few players from that side still about.” An Ayr side featured in the first ever grand final to bear the Foley Shield title, falling to Babinda in a 7 - 2 match in 1948. It wasn’t until two years later, in 1950, that Ayr would experience success, downing Cairns 23 - 15 and cementing local glory.

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< CONT. FROM PAGE 32 Steph Monday was kept quiet by her opposing number but Ashlee Agguire and Shania Capper were dangerous in the backs. The forwards had Paige Griggs leading the way with a number of good runs but she was supported by Jess Clift and Shakira Carr doing the hard work. Indee Everett and Kaitlin Daley were well rewarded with a try each, Indee’s try a good example of following the ball while Kaitlin saw the

Lemuelu signs on for another year Daniel Shirkie

The first two sides to play out a Foley Shield grand final met again in Ayr’s third appearance in the grand final a year later, with the score again going Babinda’s way 19 - 15. Another grudge match, between old rivals Ayr and Cairns would play out in 1954, with Ayr claiming their second, and last, Foley Shield title in 1954. While a Burdekin side reappeared come grand final time in 1963, they were

outdone by Tully and it wouldn’t be for over a decade that the Burdekin would be in with another chance. The signing of Australian, South Sydney and Manly star Ray Branighan as captaincoach in 1979 berthed another slate of grand final appearances throughout the 80s, but produced no titles. According to Tony Price, a scholar of the game who’s book ‘More than the Foley Shield’ is considered a treatise on the development of the sport in the north, the rugby league rivalry between the Burdekin and Mt Isa during the intervening period was ‘one of the greats’. “Not because of the quality of the two teams but the fact that so many Burdekin players went to Mount Isa to play,” Price said. “A lot of the success of the Mount Isa teams from 1969 to 1988 was earned on the back

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gap and took it. Jo Morgan scored two tries with one each to Kaitlin Daley, Ashlee Agguire and Indee Everett while Jess Clift kicked the goal. Nearly 300 ladies were there for the Annual Ladies Day. After the cancellation of the event last year due to COVID the ladies were ready to party and party they did until the late hours. This year the day was named after rugby league stalwart Helen Viero who lost her battle with cancer a

couple of years back. Many stories were told about Helen who at one stage held most positions in the Roosters Junior League including President for a long time. She was also a referee for junior games. Helen not only supported the juniors but she was an avid barracker for the seniors. Helen’s voice and her husband Don’s could be heard on rugby league fields around the north wherever her beloved Roosters were playing.

of players like Billy Bawden, Vern Daisy, Frank Daisy, Kevin Bocos and others who originally came from the Burdekin.” While the gruelling contests between the two sides led to the Burdekin meeting Herbert River in the 1980 final, they would also take their toll, undermining the Burdekin team and preventing them from capturing another title. The competition would eventually be discontinued in 1995 a decade after the Burdekin’s final grand final appearance, only to return in 2000.

NORTH Queensland outside back Connelly Lemuelu has put pen to paper and signed with the Cowboys for another season. The former Canterbury transfer who debuted in round six of last year’s season, has only played fifteen games with the Cowboy’s first grade squad, with a broken thumb interrupting this year’s season in round 11. The 23-year-old Kiwi has racked up two tries for the Cowboys thus far and made his return during the Cowboy’s battle with the South Sydney Rabbitohs last week, filling in for Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, who had drawn Origin duties. Cowboys Head of Football

Micheal Luck welcomed the decision to keep Lmeuelu onside for the 2022 season. “We’re excited Connelly has agreed to stay for another year, his game has really developed under Todd and his coaching staff,” Mr Luck said. “We view Connelly as a great contributor to the culture we’re trying to build at this club. “He’s extremely professional in everything he does both on and off the field and that’s exactly the type of player we want at the Cowboys.” The young gun, and other returning players, will be joined by new signings Peta Hiku and Chad Townsend starting next year.

New Tropical T20 looking for the best of the Burdekin’s best Daniel Shirkie A BRAND new North Queensland cricket contest is set to pit the best of the region’s best against one another in a four-team tournament for bragging rights. The IPL-ruleset tournament, called the Tropical Big Bash, will experience it’s first go around in August, with four franchises to battle for supremacy. According to NQ Cricket Association president Peter Busch, the first of it’s kind contest will pit some of the best of the best against each other across three weekends. “This is full-on,” Busch said. “This is what you see on television; fast, furious, coloured clothes, team owners, coaches and captains.” Naming rights and franchise ownership have already gone up for auction, but one important stage still remains before the competition can get underway in earnest; that of selecting players. The competition will use a modified draft system, with each franchise selecting

a Captain, before drafting players from across the region with a points-based system, similar to the AFL’s implementation. “We have nominations coming through fairly rapidly, which is great,” Busch said. “We’ll have a night with a big launch and during that we’ll do a draft, all the team owners and captains will sit down, go through the list we’ve given them and pick who they want from that list.” Every individual who nominates will be assigned a points value based on their cricketing career and history, including their number of representative caps and other statistics. No club ties will carry over or be considered in the draft pick, but each squad will have a strict points cap they’ll have to follow in order to field a team, with competing franchises going tit-for-tat on draft night. Each player that nominates for the competition will have to provide a $100 cover, but will be refunded it if they go undrafted. The money will be used to provide uniforms, ground fees and other essentials for the competition.

Every individual who nominates will be assigned a points value based on their cricketing career and history, including their number of representative caps and other statistics. While no players from the Burdekin have yet stuck up their hands to be included, Busch is hopeful that the new competition will lay the bedrock for a developmental springboard in the region. “We want to develop this as much as possible; my goal these days is to give as many people as much exposure as possible,” Busch said. “We want to have those programs and competitions up here so the selectors can come here and see. “All of a sudden, you could have someone like Luke Sunderland up in lights.” The draft is expected to take place at the end of July, with a tentative start date for the competition itself of late August. CONNECT NOW: To nominate for the T20 Tropical Big Bash or to find out more about the requirements involved, contact Peter Busch at president@nqcricket.com.au.

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Footy Tips Round 18 What a week of some amazing rugby league with a few teams bouncing back to form and others without their stars struggling to perform. Origin Game 3 has so many questions! Will the dominate Blues go 3-Nil in a series that has seen Queensland play three home games!? However the big question is: CAN coach Green to bring the team back from purgatory when every Queenslander is so deflated and unmotivated? Or can the few changes in the back line with the return of the brilliant Kalyn Ponga, and the introduction of our own superstar teenager, the flying Hammer Fidow, help Queensland come back from the past two hidings? At the moment NSW have been too big, too fast and to fit all over

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Moon Man the park. With Round 18 starting on Friday night this week due to Origin and all games being played in Queensland, we are in for some great experiences.

Titans V’s EELS Fourth place plays tenth place, but with all the movement and ups and downs in performance this is anyone’s guess. After the Titans smashed the Raiders 44 – 6 in their last game, while Parra was just beaten by the Panthers with a last minute field goal. Then we throw in all the SOO players returning possible tired or injured this will be a really tough game for the players and the punters. Staying with the top of the table, possible WIN for the EELS with a more healthy 12 – 4 win record.

Sea Eagles V’s Dragons WOW, this could be either a huge

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“It was a game we should never have gone close let alone be unlucky to only draw,” a mixed emotional Roosters coach Chris Perry said after his team drew 30 all with Herbert River at Rugby Park last Saturday. Perry had hooker Zac Heron sent off after 20 minutes meaning the team had to play with 12 men for 60 minutes against one of the power houses in the competition. Heron was dismissed with forward leader Daniel Beazley binned for 10 minutes along with a Crushers player. Heron received a weeks suspension and will miss this Saturdays hit out with the Miners in Charters Towers. Perry said it was a gutsy effort from his young squad who now know they can mix it with the best. The Roosters started off in great fashion and were soon in front 10 nil with tries by will of the wisp fullback Declan Dowson and speedster Jared Thorley. Half back goal kicker Joel Mason had his kicking boots on belting over five from six with most well

out wide. The team appeared to lose its mojo after the fight allowing the Ingham team to score three tries. With Mason adding one of his own the teams were locked at the break 16 all. Perry said that Beazley gave a good gee up at half time and the boys responded playing well above themselves one man down. The score see sawed second half with first the Crushers kicking a penalty to lead 18 – 16. One of the most determined tries seen for some time came next when big forward Blake Hollywood forced his way over near the posts and with Masons conversion it was 22 – 18 to the home side. Herbert River are well known for never laying down and they showed it again with a converted try to lead 24 – 22. The Roosters kept digging and a runaway try came from speedster Rainer Power having his second game this season. The rainman simply flew when he got possession with no

Football Matters Cyclops with

Burdekin Football Club had a reasonably good weekend. Of the six games played two were won, one was drawn and the other three lost. One of the highlights was the Premier Women’s team winning their first match of the season. On Saturday at home to Saints the Premiers lost 0-2, the Reserves won 1-0 and the 2nd Division drew 1-1. On Friday night, also at home, the Funkies lost 3-4 to Warriors Xerox the Womens Reserves lost to Estates lost 0-4 but the Womens Premiers defeated Estates 1-0. The Kalamia Hotel Premiers were up against third placed Saints Eagles Souths and needed a good result to keep in the race for the top four. Unfortunately Souths took an early lead in the fifth minute and effectively the Panthers were always chasing the game. Going forward the

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Panthers looked good, created a few chances but failed to put the ball in the net. The second half was almost a repeat of the first with Souths scoring after just a few minutes and then, mostly content to soak up the pressure. The Saints defence was dominant in the air and apart from a late chance to Jeremy Dal Santo which hit the bar, managed to keep the Burdekin forwards out and the score to 2-0. Next week the Panthers are at home to the old enemy, Olympic. Burdekin Tyre Service Reserves beat Saints in a close match. Saints were in sixth place a point clear of the Panthers. The locals had the better of both halves but good goal keeping kept them out. There was no score in the first half and the second half looked to be a repeat of the first. Then in 85th minute Casper Liciardello snatched

white wash or a sign of character and determination. The Dragons have been in a whole pile of hurt with their Covid breaches seeing twelve players fined and Paul Vaugh having his huge contract torn up. After the Sea Eagle getting flogged by the Raiders last week you are in two minds to decide who will pull it together and up the ante this week. With Tom Trbojevic and Daly Cherry-Evans back from SOO, I believe Manly will be the stronger. I really can’t see that the Dragons, with all the turmoil going on, will turn up for this game. MANLY to WIN at home and win easy.

RAIDERS V’s Sharks

Raiders, Sharks, Raiders, Sharks ... just who has the strength and determination to push on into the top eight. RAIDERS to WIN on last week’s performance and getting their State of Origin players back on deck.

Cowboys V’s ROOSTERS Sorry, I can’t bring myself to back the poor performing Cowboys, even playing at home. Up against the might of the Roosters who are sitting in fifth position while the Cowboys drop back and flounder in twelfth position after their poor performances over the last four weeks. Being almost back to full strength, ROOSTERS will win and win easy.

from injury and with their SOO player they will sure strength the Storm this week. This game should be one of the highlights, with both teams full of stars all over the paddock. It will be the STORM to WIN but really struggle against the improving Knights.

Warriors V’s PANTHERS Warriors just keep throwing their chances away last week against a struggling Sharks they just couldn’t get out of first gear. So many mistakes and with no consistency, it’s impossible to see them win against the might of the Panthers. Panthers will be way too strong and skilful for the troubled Warriors. PANTHERS to WIN and win easy against the radical performances of the Warriors.

more reason to continue their better performances. It’s really hard to put any faith in the Tigers. Their performances have been well below par. This has seem them falling down the NRL ladder to fourteenth spot, one win ahead of the Broncos. But it is tough for the Tigers playing at Suncorp and at home the BRONCOS SHOULD WIN EASY.

RABITOHS V’s Bulldogs With the Rabbitohs in red hot form it’s impossible to see the improving Bulldogs even getting close. You have to go back to Round 11 to find the Rabbits’ last loss. With a string of six wins they are really in a purple patch of form. With this form they have now moved into third spot on the ladder and with no home advantage to anyone this week, the Rabbits will kill the Dogs who have nothing to play for other than a little pride. RABBITS to win and win easy.

Eighth playing tenth, so close with both teams holding almost identical stats. This is certainly a game that can go any way, a real 50/50 prospect. With the Sharks backing up after a win over the hapless Warriors and Raiders smashing the high flying Sea Eagles, it sure is a dilemma.

STORM V’s Knights

Crushers player in cooee. Mason made it 30 – 24 with only minutes left with a long range penalty. The Crushers then threw everything at the Roosters and the overlap had to come with winger Zac Sillis crossing right in the corner as the bell sounded making it 30 – 28 the Roosters way. Sillis lined up the conversion attempt from the sideline right in front of 300 ladies at the function giving him all. The well known goal kicker made no mistake and it was 30 all. Perry said it would be hard to single out any player but he said the inspirational leadership of Beazley was a feature. He also said young fullback Declan Dowson was forever dangerous while his halves Joel Mason and Riley Horan more than held their own with the experienced opposition Seri and Solari. Horan copped plenty of punishment from a big River forward with late hits but he never shirked his job and was a stand out. The team has dropped to fifth place with the draw as Western Lions received the points with a bye. Perry said that our destiny is in our own hands now.

In other A Grade matches Brothers beat Centrals 44 – 6 and Charters Towers beat Norths 64 – 4 after losing the week before to the same club 22 – 16. Reserves coach Ben Smith said his team failed to play as a team going down to Herbert River 30 –4. He said there was too much individual play and they paid the penalty. “We really missed Isaac McNee and Lochlan Winston from the team as both those never stop working.” Smith said. Smith named Alex Lennox as his best forward and Morgan Chrzonaski as his best back. Jared Giardina was the lone try scorer for the team which was down 14 – 4 at the break and still in it. In other reserve grade matches Centrals beat Brothers 42 – 18 with Norths too good for Charters Towers 36 – 14 Herbert River forfeited to the Burdekin in under 19 meaning those players will play their first match in a month this Saturday in Charters Towers. In other games Brothers beat Centrals 46 – 6 and Charters Towers beat Norths 38 – 16 The Burdekin Hens beat

Herbert River 22 nil with Centrals downing Brothers 16 – 8 and Charters Towers over Norths 14 – 12 This Saturday the Burdekin will meet the Charters Towers Miners in the western city in four grades with the Ladies starting at 1.30 followed by the under 19 at 2.40, the reserves at 4 and the A Grade at 5.30. Roosters A Grade coach Chris Perry knows he will have to make a couple of changes to his team that drew with Herbert River. First hooker Zac Heron is out suspended and Blake Hollywood has to work. On top of that there is doubt about Temone Power with injury. Perry does know he has former captain Ryan Davenport and utility Jerome Lacco back this week from work and they are more than handy replacements. Rainer Power has a wedding to attend but Jared Giardina will possibly be brought back up to the wing. The Miners are always very hard to beat at home spurred on by a noisy bar. Should the Roosters control the ball as they did last week they should come home with the win. Perry will decide who goes to

hooker with possibly Kali Kauque, who filled in last week, or Dylan Doak or Tyrone Sims brought in. A win is vital in the premiership race with Brothers, Herbert River, Centrals and Lions ahead of them. This week Brothers have the bye and the four points while Western Lions host the River and Norths are at home to Centrals. The Roosters reserves are sitting second bottom on the ladder but Charters Towers are on the bottom. They have not won a game this season and will be keen to knock off the coastal boys. Coach Ben Smith will have a few workers back this time so could field a solid side. The under 19 game should be a good one with Miners second and the Roosters fourth. If the boys from Iggy Park and Kirwan play the Roosters will field a very strong team. The ladies are third with the Miners sixth. If the Hens can control the ball and let it work, they could come home good winners. Coach Frank Beer will not be there due to the Laurie Spins Shield with the team coached by Chris Perry.

the winning goal to move the Panthers up to fifth place. Fabbro Diesel Services 2nd division team stayed at the top of the ladder with a 1-1 draw against a lowly placed Saints team. The Panthers were below their best but a point keeps them on top of the ladder. Saints took a thirtieth minute goal into a 1-0 half time lead despite the Panthers having most of the game. After the break Burdekin soon equalised with a forty-eighth minute penalty and should have gone on to win the match. However a defiant Saints defence managed to prevent the Panthers scoring a winner. The Austral Masonry Funkies were at home on Friday Night against 2nd placed Warriors Xerox. A couple of late withdrawals saw Burdekin start with a one man bench. Burdekin made a good start and opened the scoring in the 7th minute with a goal to Chris Achille. The lead was short lived though as Warriors leveled the score 4 minutes later when ball from a

corner was not cleared by the Burdekin defence. Warriors then took the lead in the 29th minute with a penalty. Burdekin started the second half strongly resulting in goals in the 46th and 49th minute to Kyle Marano and Chris Achille to see Burdekin take the lead again. As in the first half the Burdekin team began to tire and the momentum swung back to the Warriors team. After some sustained pressure the Warriors scored in the 59th and 62nd minutes to retake the lead. Both teams had a number of chances from here to the end but couldn’t convert. Burdekin going down in an exciting game where the lead changed hands 4 times. The Kalamia Hotel Premier Women played well against fifth placed Estates and had most of the game, Once again though, goals were very hard to come by. There was no score in the first half and it looked as if the Premiers first win of the season was going to elude them again then with fifteen minutes left,

Burdekin scored following a corner on the right. A touch from Monica Licciardello saw Brielle Astorquia forcing the ball over the goal line. Good stuff from the Ladies who move off the bottom and are away to Brothers this Friday. The C.A Contracting Reserves struggled against a strong Estates team and were two goals down at half time. Estates added another two goals in the second half to run out 4-0 winners. Burdekin stay in third place on the ladder. In Monday Night Masters, England marmelised Italy 7-0 after leading 1-0 at half time. Mick Taylor warming up for the Mooney Cup scored twice, once with a header! The Mooney Cup is scheduled for this Saturday 17 July when the Blue Balls will take on Rainbows once again, at 5.00pm The Olyroos and Matildas are in Tokyo for the Olympics. The Olyroos start on 22 July against Argentina while the Matildas face New Zealand on 21 July. In Europe, the Euro Nations

Final was played early on Monday morning. Italy are the new champions beating England 3-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw. There was no play-off for third place. Meanwhile in Rio, Argentina beat Brazil 1-0 to win the Copa America and take out their first trophy since 1993.

Storm flying high at the top of the table have been the quiet achievers this year, with their new spine, new players and many people writing them off but Craig Bellamy just keeps turning out superstars. With the Knights just starting to get back a few players

BRONCOS V’s Tigers Broncos finally looked good last game. Looked like they had played themselves into some form. With all the league being played in Qld for the next month it will give the Broncos a little

QUOTE OF THE WEEK This week’s quote is another gem from Kevin Keegan: “Manchester City are built on sand and I don’t mean that because their owners are from the Arab countries.”

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WILDCATS JUNIORS GOLD WITH SECURE GOLD HEROIC EFFORT Daniel Shirkie THE Burdekin Wildcats under 14s representative side have earned bragging rights, and the silverware, after pulling off a come-from-behind upset over the Southern District Titans in the state championships. Head coach Craig Mathews hailed the ‘heart and determination’ of his undersized and outnumbered team throughout the tournament. “I was super impressed

with their toughness, one of our star scorers played the last two games with a broken finger unbeknownst to us,” Mathews said. “The toughness on display was outstanding, we had a lot of things like that. After six games with little rest, everyone was sore, but they pulled together fantastically.” Mathews’ young side, who spent much of the tournament going without the rest that the larger teams from bigger areas could afford due to player shortages, still

managed to lose only one game on their way to their finals appearance. The side earned a finals berth after a two-day undefeated streak at the competition was brought to a close by the Titans in the pools stage, losing their first game against their eventual grand final rivals 54 - 26. After that one-sided display, the result seemed ready to slip out of the Wildcats’ fingers, with longterm rivals and tournament hosts Mackay squaring off

with them in the semi-finals stage. “Mackay are a very good team who’ve beaten us a few times in the local competition,” Mathews said. “They’ve got a great fullcourt press they’ve used well against us in the past, but we trained to nullify it and our defence was outstanding, it worked really well.” Despite the stiff challenge, the number two seeded Wildcats overcame Mackay with a defensive masterclass to keep ahead on the

scoreboard 37 - 30 by fulltime and ensure a rematch with the Titans. “That game we had a lot of injuries to cope with, we took some fouls, we had all sorts of things going against us.” Despite the stiff opposition, the gritty young guns dug in and sparked a roaring upset, fighting back from a 12 point deficit to hold the Titans off and triumph 56 - 53. “They always seemed to claw it back, in time-out, I could see they were willing to do anything to win.

“It’s a real credit to them to tough it out under that kind of pressure,” Mathews said. While half of the squad will move up to the under 16s age bracket for next year’s tournament, Mathews said he was confident that the reinforcements coming up from the similarly successful under 12s squad would give them a good chance of repeating the success next year. “I think we could definitely go back-to-back, so that’s an aim, certainly.”

Hens run riot Brian Carnes

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Burdekin Hens scored 22 unanswered points on the weekend against Herbert River

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BEFORE a crowd of nearly 300 ladies celebrating this years Ladies Day at Rugby Park last Saturday the Bendigo Bank Hens really turned it on to defeat the Herbert River Crushers Ladies by 22 nil. The win was made all the more sweeter as the Ingham ladies had defeated the locals two from two times this year, the last very controversial in Ingham. The score may have been higher with the game cut short by 12 minutes after a River player was injured causing the game to be stopped and the player

transported to the local Hospital. Hens coach Frank Beer said his team played very well with their line defence spot on. “I liked the way the girls are combining in both attack and defence allowing the ball to do the work,” the coach added. Beers team is now in third spot but the competition is close though that a loss could drop a team back. Centre Jo Morgan was again outstanding scoring two tries becoming somewhat a try scoring machine having scored five in two recent matches. CONT. PAGE 30 >

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