Torres News Edition_45_18 August 2022

Thursday, 18 August 2022

Stories and events of the Kaurareg homeland of Kaiwalagal, the Torres Strait homeland and Cape York homelands of the Anggamuthi, Atambaya, Wuthathi, Yadhaykenu and Gudang Peoples.

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Dancing up the dust in Mt Isa! Cargo prices to rise from next month Torres Strait Islanders held a visible – colourful – presence at the popular Mount Isa Rodeo last weekend, starting with

Komet Torres Strait Islander Art & Culture Group performance, as part of the opening ceremony to the inaugural Indigenous

Rodeo Championships held on the Thursday night. Manager Aicey Day said they’d never seen so many cows in their lives!

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Marine transport operator Sea Swift has announced a shock price rise for the shipment of general cargo on its scheduled service routes across Northern Australia last week.

The rise may mean an increase of up to 11 cents on a litre of milk, four cents on a loaf of bread.

Sea Swift Chief Executive Officer Dwayne Freeman said they faced rising costs in providing safe and reliable services in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

“It’s no secret that right now businesses across the country are facing increased cost pressures,” Mr Freeman said.

“We continue to experience rising costs in labour and maintenance.

“While we are proud to have maintained regular services to remote communities across Northern Australia during this difficult period, we are certainly aware that to continue our level of service we need to make

changes to our pricing structure.

“Unfortunately, we have now reached a point where freight charges do not cover the cost of supporting our freight network.”

As a result, from 1 September 2022, pricing for the shipment of general cargo on Sea Swift’s scheduled service routes will increase by 14.5 per cent.

“Our estimate is that this will mean an increase of approximately 11 cents on the average cost of transporting a litre of milk, 4 cents on a loaf of bread, 6 cents on a kilo of flour, and 11 cents on a kilo of potatoes to remote island communities,” Mr Freeman said.

“In line with our ongoing commitment to connecting Northern Australia, this price change will help us to ensure the continuation of safe and reliable scheduled freight services to remote and coastal communities now and into the future.”

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02 NEWS Cargo prices set to rise from next month  Continued from P1 Sea Swift provides regular weekly essential services to remote island and coastal communities across Far North Queensland and the Northern Territory.

Service improvements over the past 10 years include: a Market Connect initiative to support local

small businesses; supporting Container Exchange recycling program; new depot on Badu Island; and new Horn Island fuel station, defence service and fuel storage facility.

Sea Swift also supports remote communities through sponsorship opportunities with its contributions valued at more than $1 million per year.

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Leesa celebrates retail career milestone

Banking Officer Leesa Boyd, based at IBIS’ main store on Thursday Island, is celebrating after completing her Certificate III in Retail.

CEQ Chief Executive Officer Michael Dykes said Leesa fully deserved to receive her qualifications from the National Retail Association.

“Leesa has been with us for several years now, having previously completed her Certificate II while at CEQ,” he said.

“We’re delighted to have supported Leesa to enhance her career profile to include skills such as handling food safely, engaging and assisting with

sharing her work: Leesa Boyd (centre) celebrated her Certificate III in Retail qualification with Thursday Island Assistant Store Manager Harriet Bani (left) and Main Store Manager David Hunter (right). Pic supplied.

The nationally-recognised qualification provides a pathway

customers, and working in a team environment.”

to work in a diverse range of retail settings including supermarkets, specialty retailers, department stores, and quick service restaurants.

Mr Dykes said CEQ was passionate about providing opportunities for its employees, the majority of which are Torres Strait Islander or Aboriginal peoples.

“We have a real desire to establish local people in local jobs, and we can help achieve this by investing in the future, as shown throughout all our stores,” said Mr Dykes.

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The 2022 Volunteer Grants provide organisations with grants of between $1000 to $5000 to help organisations buy small equipment for volunteers or reimbursing volunteer fuel, transport or training costs, or support promotional activities.

Volunteering plays an important role in Australia’s social landscape as a proven pathway to get people into jobs, reduce marginalisation and increase community participation Federal Leichhardt MP Warren Entsch

today announced $66,225 in funding available for community organisations.

“Community organisations can only assist off the backbone of dedicated volunteers, and I am proud to be a part of an electorate who has many, many of these residents.”

“I encourage groups to apply and to contact my office if you have any questions at all.”

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Torres Strait road safety colouring-in comp entries open This year’s Queensland Road Safety Week runs from Monday 22 to Saturday 26 August 26 to the theme of Road safety starts with me.

Thursday Island officer Acting Sergeant Taiina Stevens has put together a colouring-in competition that is open to all Torres Strait island school students.

“The idea of the competition is to allow the students to come up with their own slogans and drawing to show what is important to them about road safety, whilst bringing awareness to all age groups on how we can all improve road safety for everyone,” Acting Sergeant Stevens said.

You must hand deliver your competition entries to Acting Sergeant Taiina Stevens at the Thursday Island Police Station – 160 Douglas Street, Thursday Island – before 4pm on Wednesday, August 24.

Collect a copy of the entry form from your school – good luck!

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Cabinet to meet on Waiben next month Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk announced earlier this week in Parliament the State’s Cabinet would meet on Waiben on Tuesday 6 September after meeting with locals on Monday 5 September. See the ad on page 4 for more information.

Last week Minister Craig Crawford (far right) enjoyed a visit to the NPA with Ministerial Champion Glenn Butcher MP and local member Cynthia Lui MP, who said the forthcoming Cabinet meeting was a great opportunity. The visitors were pictured with local students Ramona Motlop and Liam Ropeyarn.

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By Christine Howes Pics by Anthony Geagea Torres Shire Council hosted the Ambassador of Japan to Australia, His Excellency Shingo Yamagami, and delegation on an official visit to Waiben for Obon – a Buddhist festival celebrated every year on August 15 to commemorate ancestors and deceased relatives – earlier this week.

Mayor Yen Loban hosted the official welcome at the Torres

Shire Council Chambers.

“Each year Torres Shire Council is committed to supporting the Obon Ceremony,” Cr Loban said.

“Today we remember and honour the Japanese people who lived and worked in the Torres Strait since 1878.

“TI cemetery is home to over 745 Japanese pearl divers aged between 18 and 21 years old who lost their lives as pearl shell divers.

“Torres Shire is home to many Japanese families who never returned to Japan but

stayed and became part of our multicultural community.

“To all the Japanese families, it is out of respect to your ancestors and your family that we have gathered here.”

Reverend James (Tetsuyu) Wilson, resident priest and Buddhist Leader of the Amidaji, Jodoshu temple in Brisbane, officiated the proceedings, a duty he has undertaken every year since 2005.

A Friendship City Agreement was signed between Thursday Island and Kushimoto, Japan in 2011.

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PM Marape promises better PNG health services for all

PRIME MINISTER James Marape (front centre) with Pangi Pati MPs and allies after being re-elected by parliament last week. PICS SUPPLIED.

By Stefan Armbruster Papua New Guinea’s newly re-elected prime minister James Marape has promised health facilities within one hour of villages by truck, boat or plane, as a cornerstone of his term in government in his inaugural address to the country’s 11th parliament.

Mr Marape said PNG citizens should not have to go overseas for health services.

“It means that an aid post, health centre, district hospital or provincial hospital or a specialist hospital must be within one-hour reach by our

people in 2025,” he said.

He also vowed there would be electoral reform, after a shambolic election, and to “get more from our resources” to fund services.

His pledge came ahead of a visit to PNG by newly elected Australian prime minister Anthony Albanese in September, to coincide with the countries’ annual bilateral ministerial meeting, where the Torres Strait border is regularly discussed.

DFAT would not confirm if this visit or meeting would go ahead at this time.

PNG citizens of the South Fly electorate’s Treaty Villages have long accessed Australian health

ABOVE: People’s Reform Party leader James Donald is returned for a fourth term in North Fly Open electorate on 28 July. right: Pangu Pati’s Sekie Agisa signs election writ on 4 August after being re-elected as South Fly MP. facilities and services on the northern most islands of Saibai, Boigu and Dauan islands, just a few kilometres across the water, including medivacs to Thursday Island and Cairns.

The border was closed in early-2020 and the Australian government’s SmartTraveller website says: “traditional border crossings between PNG and Australia in the Torres Strait remain closed due to COVID-19”.

There have been some crossings to the Torres Strait for emergency cases.

The border issue is expected to be revisited when the PNG/Australia Ministerial Forum takes place, where the

newly elected governments will meet face-to-face for the first time.

Last year’s virtual bilateral meeting maintained the suspension of cross-border visits and it was agreed any reopening would be in consultation with local communities and health experts.

PNG has a COVID-19 vaccination rate of less than four per cent.

Eighty-four per cent of eligible residents in the Torres Strait, Cape York and Northern Peninsula Area are double vaccinated, but only 44 per cent have had their boosters, Queensland Health reports.

Mr Marape was sworn in last week unopposed as prime minister by a coalition of over a dozen minor parties and independents led by his Pangu Party, with 36 of the 118 seats in parliament.

Three of his MPs won seats in Western Province on the international border with Australia in the Torres Strait.

Western Province governor Taboi Awi Yoto has been re-elected along with fellow Pangu member Sekie Agisa in South Fly, the former minister for correctional services.

Pangu ally and People’s Reform Party leader James Donald has won a fourth term in North Fly electorate.

The newly created Delta Fly Electorate was won by Agena Gamai for the PNG Party For Change and the Middle Fly seat retained independent Maso Hewabi.

Police reported voting was peaceful in Western Province, unlike in other parts of the country, but heavy rain and lack of fuel and helicopters delayed ballot box delivery and teams in some areas.

Two women MPs were elected – Ruffina Peter as Central Province governor and Kessy Sawang in the Raikos electorate in Madang Province – there were none in the previous parliament.

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Students travel to Orpheus Is for science week

Bright futures: L–R–Tagai State College students Nina Lui, Ayesha Tom, Lucy Abednego and Rubyann Sailor visit Cairns.

This week for National Science Week (13-21 August) and beyond, the Torres Strait Regional Authority (TSRA) has teamed up with Tagai State College to bridge the gap between classrooms and careers.

Since the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, TSRA has sponsored local high school students living in the remote Torres Strait region, to travel south for eye-opening experiences.

In June 2022, four marine science and biology students joined TSRA Marine Biologist and Traditional Owner, Madeina David, on a field trip to the James Cook University’s (JCU) Orpheus Island Research Station, north of Townsville.

Students swapped school uniforms for stinger suits to conduct

real-life marine research, including surveying coral.

Ms David, 24, said the experience gave students a glimpse into the wide world of science as a future career option.

“In the Torres Strait we grow up living by the ocean, surrounded by reef, coral cays and marine life without realising we do a type of science every day,’ Ms David said.

“The Torres Strait is like a reallife aquarium as the northernmost part of the Great Barrier Reef, it is the dugong capital of the world and home to many of the world’s sea turtle species – six out of seven in fact.

“We hope supporting students from remote island communities to take up work experience in science will inspire future careers in the industry, particularly for young women.”

One to watch: Madeina David, 24, is inspiring future scientists from the Torres Strait.

National Science Week is Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology.

It provides an opportunity to acknowledge the contributions of Australian scientists to the world of knowledge. It also aims to encourage an interest in science pursuits among the general public and to encourage younger people to become fascinated by the world we live in.

For Ms David, the trip down memory lane was a reminder of her education journey, including the challenges of moving away from her remote island home of Iama (Yam Island) to pursue her degree with JCU Townsville.

“This was my first time back to

Sea of opportunity: Tagai State College students on Orpheus Island. Madeina’s pic courtesy Harriet Spark, Grumpy Turtle Creative.

Orpheus Island since a university trip in 2018,” she said.

“That trip came at a point in my university life when I was feeling homesick, unmotivated and was questioning whether I would finish my degree.”

Today, the graduate wants to see more young people from the islands dive into science at university.

She was among guest presenters at the 58th Australian Marine Sciences Association (AMSA) Conference in Cairns this month (7-11 August) – the first face-to-face AMSA national meeting since Fremantle in 2019.

Building on the Orpheus Island experience, TSRA sponsored the four young women from Tagai State College to join more than 700 conference attendees and see their mentor on the big stage.

“I hope these experiences inspire the next generation of scientists from the Torres Strait,” Ms David said.

TSRA Chairperson Napau Pedro Stephen AM said Ms David’s presentation coincided with International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples (9 August 2022) and this year’s global theme, the role of Indigenous women in the preservation and transmission of traditional knowledge.

“Torres Strait Islanders and Aboriginal peoples are the nation’s first scientists and we use science in all parts of life, from agriculture and conservation to fishing and ocean navigation,” Mr Stephen said.

“The TSRA is proud to support bright futures for aspiring young scientists from our region.”

Learn more about the TSRA at www.tsra.gov.au

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Screen time success for Saibai Island

Diptheria watch for Torres & Cape A new case of diphtheria recorded this month brings the number of cases recorded so far in the Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service region to six, Public Health Medical Officer Dr Allison Hempenstall says.

She said cases on the skin (cutaneous diphtheria) and in the throat (respiratory diphtheria) had occurred in Torres Strait and Cape York in recent years.

“People can become seriously unwell with respiratory diphtheria,” she said.

“One of the cases of cutaneous diphtheria this year was in the Torres Strait, the other two cases of cutaneous diphtheria and all three cases of respiratory diphtheria were on Cape York.”

She said vaccination could prevent more serious illness.

“Not all cases were up to date with their vaccination against diphtheria,” she said.

“It is important to have your booster vaccinations as well as your initial immunisations.

“People can carry the

Samuel Dau and his mum Gladys would need to take three plane flights over two days to see a specialist if not for Telehealth.

The 11 year old was one of six children who attended the Saibai Island Primary Health Care Centre last month for his regular paediatric appointment via the video link.

It was, incredibly, a perfect attendance for the clinic in what can be a challenging environment for health workers in remote communities, where attendance is typically less than half.

Paediatrician Dr Lauren Kromoloff, who is based at Thursday Island Hospital, said it was often important initial consultations were done in person, but having the option of Telehealth for follow-ups was a huge benefit.

“I think Telehealth is really valuable for the vast majority of follow up appointments because we don’t need to examine patients every time we see them,” she said.

“When you diagnose children with diseases like

infection without becoming unwell.

“Prolonged close contact is normally required for the infection to be transmitted to others.

“As part of a normal public health response, people who may be infected are identified and given antibiotics and their vaccination status updated.”

She said diphtheria was extremely rare in most developed countries, including Australia, because of the widespread use of the vaccine.

“All residents of the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area and Cape York are urged to make sure they and their children are up to date with the diphtheria vaccine and their boosters,” she said.

“Diphtheria vaccines are safe and effective.

“The vaccine is also available in combination with tetanus vaccination as a booster for adults over 19 years of age.”

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health help at home: Saibai Island residents Gladys Dau and her son Samuel, 11, with health worker Nellie Enosa speak with Thursday Islandbased paediatrician Dr Lauren Kromoloff. acute rheumatic fever or diabetes, there is a lot of information to take in, so it is really helpful to followup with Telehealth to see how they’re going and have time for questions from the family.”

Dr Kromoloff said she had travelled to the outer islands of Saibai, Badu, Yorke, Mabuiag and Boigu as part of her paediatric outreach but Telehealth

had also provided a chance to check in on those who were not able to attend their appointments, or those she was concerned about.

She said much of the success of Telehealth came down to the individual communities and the local health workers and Saibai, including the local school, were particularly good at promoting the service.

Mrs Dau said both Samuel and her daughter had both been seen over Telehealth for some time.

“Samuel likes it,” she said. “Just to be able to see the doctor on video - it’s an easy way to communicate.”

She said they were particularly grateful for the service given their extremely remote location.

Torres & Cape Hospital and Health Service Executive Director Medical Services Dr Marlow Coates said Telehealth was a crucial tool for remote areas.

“Travelling long distances for specialist appointments can be very challenging for patients, many of whom have serious health issues, so to be able to just attend the appointment at their local clinic is very beneficial,” he said.

“All our Primary Health Care Centres and hospitals are able to facilitate Telehealth appointments where appropriate.”

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National day for kids celebrated far and wide National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day (Children’s Day) is the national day dedicated to celebrating our children, especially our 5-12 year olds. It is held every year on 4 August and was first celebrated across the country in 1988.

It is a day for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities to celebrate the strength and culture of our children, and the crucial role culture, family and community play in the life of every Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander child.

This year’s theme was My Dreaming, My Future.

Mura Kosker Sorority Inc. acknowledges the participation of the Tagai College (Thursday Island, Horn Island, Poruma and Masig Primary

campuses) and it’s Early Childhood Studies Class and Teacher Ms Toni Weis; Tagai Secondary Campus; and the participation of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart School, Thursday Island and Hammond Island Campus.

Without your support and participation in bringing the children, we would not have been able to capture these moments of our children connected, engaged and celebrating their national day.

Thank you to all the Stakeholders/ Activity Stations/Performers who supported the celebration.

Pics of Thursday Island, Masig and Poruma events courtesy of Mura Kosker Sorority Inc (Alima) and Tagai Waibeni Buway Ngurpay Mudh.

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Constitution acknowledgement a ‘necessary step forward’

BY KENNY BEDFORD

Did you know?

In the founding document of Australia, introduced on the first day of 1901, there is no reference to the prior or ongoing occupation

of this continent by Aboriginal (or Torres Strait Islander) people.

Our first peoples, we Indigenous people, were purposely omitted in that regard.

This was despite our clear and present existence let alone our

resistance to intruders helping themselves to our resources, land and sea.

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Mabo Decision, the High Court of Australia’s finding that overturned the notion of Terra Nulius - the

protruding lie of an uninhabited land. It took amazing will, courage and commitment by determined warriors and conciliatory battlers to fight against all odds in the 10 years preceding for this entrenched myth to be burst.

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Think about this please?

Only 30 years ago the High Court, after 10 years of persistent pressure and argument through every challenge, came to that very simple, verified conclusion for us as a nation.

That we actually existed and we were here functioning as legitimate societies since time immemorial and have rights as such.

Here now, three decades on at 2022, since that decision as part of the ongoing fight for recognition, we are just now being given an opportunity by the current government to amend that omissive Constitution of 1901.

A chance that must go to all Australians to vote and agree upon before it can be amended.

Throughout all of the time since and particularly in the past decade, via multiple community consultations and more than enough reports, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders have clearly expressed that recognising us

as first peoples in the Constitution is fine and dandy all of these years later but, frankly, it’s not enough to just now be overcoming neglect, paranoia, fear and hesitation for symbolism.

Nonetheless, the insertion of this long overdue acknowledgment is a necessary step forward in our maturation as a modern nation.

Alongside our acknowledgement as First Peoples, we require a guarantee.

We seek a complimentary commitment that benefits all of us, all Australians.

One that is protected with this chance for amendment.

We simply appeal for all of us to commit,

by Constitutional enshrinement, to a protected Voice.

A guaranteed opportunity in to the future, our shared future – that we, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, have a clear pathway to provide advice about our affairs.

ADVICE only, through a representative Voice on those matters, policies and ultimate decisions that affect and impact on our families and communities.

No veto right, no third chamber, no decision-making power even – only advice.

This vast improvement includes no power even determining the structure of the Voice.

That will be left to Government to decide upon.

This, family and friends, is all that we are seeking through this upcoming referendum – simple recognition of our original connection to our place and country and a protected, representative voice to advise on our affairs.

This is because we know this simple and safe development alone will make a substantial positive difference to our future.

Give us a fair go Australia. We will all benefit from a successful referendum.

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EMBODIED KNOWLEGE: Moilang (Rosie) Ware’s work, left, and at the launch. Pics supplied.

A free survey exhibition featuring new and recent work by 19 contemporary artists and collectives exploring identity, heritage and history opened at the Queensland Art Gallery last week.

Embodied Knowledge: Queensland Contemporary Art encompasses large-scale sculptural installation, photography, painting, video and performance.

It includes Ngau Buai 2022, Moilang (Rosie) Ware’s largest textile to date, referring to her family’s migration from the South Sea Islands to the Torres Strait, and to celebrate the opening last weekend there was a performance by Obery Sambo and the award-winning Meuram Murray Island Dance Group last weekend.

QAGOMA Director Chris Saines said Embodied Knowledge was curated to highlight the vitality and diversity of the state’s artistic landscape.

“Many of the featured works respond to the specific character of Queensland or challenge its accepted narratives and,

in doing so, draw attention to aspects of our state’s history that are overlooked or not well enough understood,” Mr Saines said.

“This exhibition continues our commitment to the art and artists of this state through a survey that foregrounds female, First Nations and LGBTQIA+ voices.

“It includes Queenslanders of Indigenous heritage, artists with ancestry from elsewhere in the world who call the state their home, and those born here but now practising elsewhere.”

Minister for the Arts Leeanne Enoch said Embodied Knowledge told important Queensland stories through the eyes of its many artists.

“The exhibition presents compelling work from Queensland artists across a range of themes and styles, as they explore big ideas and tackle challenging questions about their place in the world,” Minister Enoch said.

Embodied Knowledge continues at QAG until 22 January 2023.

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CIAF breaking records

BY VELMA GARA

A new art sales record of more than a $1m was achieved at this year’s Cairns Indigenous Art Fair’s (CIAF) after a two-year break.

Showcasing independent artists, galleries, art centres and market stalls, the Masters of Country themed Art Fair and Art Market, was a major contributor to art sales exceeding the $1m mark for the first time with a combined figure of $1,015,029 – significantly surpassing the previous record of $924,000, also set in 2019.

Attendance at CIAF was also a record.

Added to this, CIAF’s Collectors and Curators group, comprising some 50 plus members, was responsible for acquiring several special

Boigu Island dance group at CIAF. Pic Blueclick Photography works that will join the collections of museums, institutions and galleries across Australia including the Art Bank Australia, Art Gallery of NSW, National Gallery of Victoria and Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art, Queensland Museum and Queensland Children’s Hospital.

In releasing CIAF’s sales and attendance figures, General Manager Darrell Harris said that while numbers provided valuable information in terms of event programming and relevance, Queensland’s Indigenous artists and art centres relied on strong commercial outcomes for the industry’s

survival and future sustainability.

In CIAF’s 13-year history, an IER report commissioned and published in 2021, estimated the broader annual in-scope benefits spanning both economic and social value amounts to be $10.9 million for Queensland and $8.3 million for Cairns.

Cairns Indigenous Art Fair announces new Artistic Director Cairns Indigenous Art Fair (CIAF) has announced artist and designer Francoise Lane (pictured) as incoming Artistic Director following the departure of Janina Harding at the completion of last month’s Fair.

With involvement in CIAF since 2013, in both the role of artist exhibitor and curator of exhibitions, Where’s Your Permit? (2021) and CIAF Fashion Story (2022), Ms Lane is well placed to build upon the remarkable achievements of her predecessor, Janina Harding.

CIAF Chair Tom Mosby said the appointment opened an exciting new chapter and represented a defining moment in the organisation’s 13-year history.

“After undertaking a thorough nationwide search, the CIAF Board is pleased to announce one of Far North Queensland’s most talented artists and cultural leaders as its new Artistic Director,” he said.

“Artistically, Francoise is a formidable talent whose cultural sensibilities and experience from a

commercial context, along with vision and ambition, make her ideally suited to the strategic demands of the role.

“We are excited for the future and extend a warm welcome to Francoise.”

A Torres Strait Islander woman whose maternal family are from Hammond Island, Francoise Lane identifies as both Meriam and Kaurareg.

Inspired by her family, Kerriri

(Hammond Island) and the natural reef and rainforest landscapes of her tropical North Queensland home, Francoise is a multidisciplinary creative whose practise spans textile design, visual and surface pattern art, and sculpture.

Added to this, Francoise, and her husband Andrew Lane established Indij Design in 2011, a 100 per cent Indigenous owned, award-winning architectural and design company.

“Over the past two years I have worked amongst the CIAF team and closely with Janina to curate and deliver two culturally relevant and timely exhibitions,” Ms Lane said.

“During this time, I have seen how well the CIAF team works together and am delighted to be leading such a professional creative team.

“It is an honour to be part of an Indigenous-led organisation with Board Chair Tom Mosby and General Manager Darrell Harris.

“We are in times of great opportunity with Indigenous creatives highlighting the diversity of cross disciplinary arts practice among their contemporary, fellow First Nation’s creatives.

“The intersection of design and art is an exciting one and it will be wonderful to explore what this could add to CIAF.” Ms Lane has commenced in her role with CIAF and is working towards the delivery of CIAF’s 14th anniversary season that will take place at Cairns Convention Centre and cultural venues throughout the city from Wednesday 12 July to Sunday 16 July 2023.

In the organisation’s history, total art sales have exceeded $9 million; the majority of which has been returned to the state’s thriving arts and culture community.

“For artists and communities situated in the remote Cape York and Torres Strait Islands region CIAF is a significant event on the annual calendar that people look forward to and work towards,” Mr Harris said.

Minister for the Arts Leeanne Enoch congratulated the CIAF team on the success of the 2022 event.

CIAF 2022 had 28 Art Fair exhibitors and 300 featured artists; 55 Art Market stallholders; 37 satellite exhibitions’ featured artists and $50,000 prize cache for Art Award winners – all were female Indigenous artists.

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Mt Isa Rodeo special part of family’s grieving process STORY AND PICS BY christine howeS It was a special trip to the Mount Isa Rodeo for the Torres Strait Islander family of Uncle Paul Pedro, who died on his way home from the event – which he loved – last year.

“We call him Bab Paul, that’s what he is known to us, he passed away quite young and it was a big shock for all of us,” niece Bina Ware said.

“Most years we’ve come out here to do some of the rodeos in Townsville and other places.

“When our boys were younger, they used to love having a ride and giving it a go.”

She said her sons – Malachi Ware and Ousia Carstein – were grown up and have moved away.

“I think the last one Malachi rode was probably about four or five years ago,” she said.

She said the Mount Isa Rodeo would always be special.

“We’ve been out here twice to this one and it’s one of the biggest ones we’ve ever seen,” she said.

“It’s huge, and it’s always great to come out to the Isa. “I love it, it’s a real family event.

“Last year was Bab Paul’s first time, which was why we’ve called this trip after his last dance.”

She said they were one of the first to take advantage of the new local fare scheme which included flights from Horn Island to Mount Isa. “It feels special coming out here, even though we’ve lost Bab Paul, we knew that he had the best time here last year,” she said.

“So we just really want to celebrate the life that he lived and all the things that he enjoyed.

“JD Bear and Josh was with him last year when he came out.

“So it’s definitely important for us to celebrate our loved ones, it’s sad to lose them, but we also are privileged to have them in our lives for the times that we did.”

paying their respects: Jackson & Bina Ware with Joshua Newman and Jade Ware determined to enjoy their day at the Mount Isa Rodeo.

Strong Ailan presence BY christine howeS

diverse but together: Komet performer Aipuri Day, competitor Gilbert O’Keefe and dancer Liam O’Keefe. Pic Christine Howes.

IN THE BIG ARENA: the Komet Torres Strait Islander Art & Culture Group drove from Townsville to be at the Mount Isa Rodeo. Pic by Stephen Mowbray.

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Torres Strait Islanders were a visible and colourful presence at the popular Mount Isa Rodeo last weekend.

Murray Islander Jacob Takurit (pictured right with his new cousin Paiwer), who grew up in Townsville, has been living in Mount Isa for about 15 years now.

He said he was thrilled to see a night set aside for the inaugural Indigenous Rodeo Championships.

“Our First Nations competitors have been a big part of rodeo for many years now, and I think this year just gives our First Nations mob a opportunity to experience a world class rodeo,” he said. “[Organisers] have realised the contribution we can make to this rodeo arena so it’s a good opportunity for the mob and hopefully one day we might see some Torres Strait Islanders compete in rodeo too.”

Komet Torres Strait Islander Art & Culture Group performed as part of the opening ceremony to the Indigenous competition.

Manager Aicey Day said it was their first rodeo.

“This is our first time experience,” he said.

“We’ve never seen so many cows in our lives.”

He said the rodeo itself was a wonderful thing.

“It’s a wonderful experience, a family atmosphere,” he said.

Komet member Aipuri Day said it was a surprise to be invited to the event and a great experience.

“We were very excited to make our travels this way,” he said. “It was 11 hours to drive from Townsville, and we did it in one day.

“It’s good to see they’re acknowledging Indigenous peoples of this land, not only Aboriginal people, but also Torres Strait Islanders,” he said.

Dancer Emily Day said it was “completely different” to be there.

“We’ve been all around Queensland, but nothing like this,” she said.

“It’s mainly corporate and business functions for us.

“It’s really cool to see the younger kids, they’re really brave.”

Jacob said there were quite a few Torres Strait Islanders ‘out west’, including his own Mum. “When family do come up, they experience what it’s like because it’s hard to imagine what it’s like living out west compared to living on the island or even in Townsville,” he said.

“Big, big difference in that, and they’ve noticed how different our first nations community are here in Mount Isa. “So diverse, but we all come together and we like to make this community a good one for families.

“There are a few Torres Strait Islander families that have been here in Mount Isa for over 20-30 years and their involvement in the community is very strong as well.

“A lot of them have had families here and also we get a lot of others that come out for working and opportunity, from the railway to the mines to working in the community sector.

“There’d be a Torres Strait Islander here working in any one of those fields.”

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Kids kicking lots of goals in AFL’s Auskick Another great week of football across the inner Torres Strait islands as students from kindy through to Year 12 had the chance to practice and perfect their skills during in-school AFL and after school Auskick sessions.

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Yesterday the U12 AFL Crusader Cup was held on Ken Brown Oval, AFL Development Officer for Cape York Kieran Sciberras said.

“More than 90 Year 5/6 students from 12 different school campuses across NPA and the Torres Strait travelled to Waiben via helicopter, bus, plane and ferry to compete in an inter-school AFL carnival,” he said.

“The event was the first step in the AFL talent pathway and a key component in the selection of next year’s Crusader squad that represents the Cape and Torres Strait.

“During the day students also received healthy foods to snack on and education on healthy habits thanks to support from our friends at the TSRA.” More photos in our next issue 

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BY ALF WILSON RESPECT for elders was one of the main subjects of an emotional talk by Francis Tapim Snr (pictured left) to a large group of youngsters in the lead up to the Garbutt Magpies Cup in Townsville last week.

The 74-year-old Mr Tapim is a respected elder who was a champion player for the Garbutt Magpies Sporting Club.

He particularly starred at Australian Rules football.

His talk was to two grades

of primary school pupils from Palm Island at Garbutt Magpies Park in the Garbutt suburb where former players and club administrators are remembered and honoured.

“I spoke about the history of the club and also about youngsters showing respect to elders, family and community,” he said.

“They were from St Michael’s Catholic College and Bwgcolman State Schools on Palm Island and it was rewarding to be able to speak to them.”

Some of the other former

players who were there included Darren Butler, Russell Butler Snr, Butch Macdonald and David Smallwood.

“Afterwards Russell took the students out to Turtle Rock along Hervey’ Range Road to explain the importance of country,” he said.

Garbutt Magpies club started in 1955 and two of the foundation members were the late Anastasia Maria Ross (nee Kanak) and her husband Manny Ross.

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so the bread winner could get employment after World War II. Most lived in Garbutt suburb near the airport.

Garbutt Magpies is now a fourth generation club which won the A grade men’s premiership in 1982.

The club didn’t have a side in the TAFL for many years until recently, and now has men’s reserve grade and ladies sides competing.

It is affiliated with the Garbutt Bombers which field numerous teams in local junior competitions.

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Mulga Tigers win first challenge shield

BY ALF WILSON Suburbs flexed their muscle with a 46-28 win over Mulga Tigers in the last game of the round robin for the Zenadth Kes Rugby League’s 2022 season at Ken Brown Oval last Saturday.

But the result still meant the ‘Mighty’ Mulga Tigers have won the first Tom ‘Yaza’ Stephen challenge shield with the Remus Phineasa Player of the Series cup going to Mulga Tigers captain Zengrey Nona.

The well-drilled Suburbs try scorers were Samson Zitha (2), Delroy Kris, Ryochi Sabatino, George Gabey and Jayden Seden with one not available.

With a radar like boot, Kailu George kicked six goals.

Mulga Tigers scored six tries to Talliee Nomoa (2), Levon Bowie, Kossy Tamwoy, Mauga Nona and Joey Blanket.

The two goals were kicked

by Zengrey Lifu Nona.

In the earlier game reigning premiers and competition leaders Roosters defeated NPA side Alau Eagles 42-12 with an eight try to three performance.

For competition favourites Roosters, try scorers were Sig Wigness (2), Henley Woosup (2), McFarlene Baira, Akitau Salee, Aaron Binawel, and Alwyn Bond. Brendan Magala kicked five goals from eight Roosters attempts.

Try scorers for Alau Eagles were Meun Nona-Lifu and Rodney Toby with the other was not available on the QRL score sheet. Pioneer Knights had the bye.

At the completion of the fixtures Roosters led the points table with 21 from Mulga on 15, Suburbs 12, Pioneer Knights 7 and Alau Eagles 5.

On Saturday the elimination and qualifying finals will be held at 2pm and 3.45pm.

Roosters will meet Mulga Tigers with the winner to advance to the grand final on 3 September. The loser will contest the Saturday, 27 August preliminary final against the loser of this coming Saturday’s elimination semi final between Suburbs and Pioneer Knights.

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The ladies comp points table was Pioneer Dames 5, Suburb Ladies 2 and NPA Ladies 0.

Saturday’s ladies game will be held at 11.30am.

Leading competition top try scorers after round 15 were: George Gabey (Suburbs) 8, Sig Wigness (Roosters) 7, Vincent Mau (Roosters) 6, David Mooka (Alau Eagles) 6, Jeffrey Neliman (Roosters) 6, Joey Blanket (Mulga Tigers) 5, Henley Woosup (Roosters) 5.

The competition’s leading points scorers was: Brendan Magala (Roosters) 54, Mikalec Young (Alau Eagles) 40, George Gabey Suburbs 32, Jeffrey Neliman 32, Zengrey Lifu Nona (Mulga Tigers) 30, Sig Wigness 30.

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“Linking the Cape with the Torres Strait” ALL WINNERS: L–R: Charles Graham, Fred Mundraby (Yarrabah Pro fighter), Joyce Thomas, Patrick Clarke (Palm Island Pro fighter), Alan Patterson (Yarrabah Pro fighter). Pics submitted.

HITTING THE CANVAS: Nick Rangiuia – left – (Redlynch Boxing Club) and – right – Robert Tabuai (Knuckles Boxing Club).

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6 August and attracted visiting boxers from clubs in Townsville, Palm Island, Weipa, Mareeba, Babinda, Cape York, Cairns and the Atherton Tablelands.

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THURSDAY 18 AUGUST 2022

EDITORIAL l E: editor@torres.news

Hamiso nails last-minute long-distance run for points

BY ALF WILSON A late try by Hamiso Tabua-Fidow was one of the highlights during the Cowboys 32-18 loss to the Sydney Roosters in NRL’s round 22 last weekend.

Just before full time the Hammer pounced on a ball and sprinted away for a long distance try.

on 32 points but the North Queensland team has a for and against advantage of 71.

But in the last three matches the Cowboys have a much harder draw with opponents being the Warriors

(on Friday in Sydney), South Sydney Rabbitohs and Penrith.

Broncos and Eels (all 28) and Roosters (26).

Cobbo scored three tries for the Broncos.

By comparison the Sharks will meet Manly, Bulldogs and Newcastle – a much softer draw.

Ezra Mam shines

Mam was a key in a 70m movement which resulted in a try and

Other teams currently in the top eight are Melbourne Storm (30), Rabbits,

Meanwhile Ezra Mam stood out playing five eighth for the Brisbane Broncos in their 28-10 victory over Newcastle on Saturday night.

Outside back Selwyn

commentators described as the play of the game.

The Hammer played on a wing for the full game while Reuben Cotter also showed good form at times.

Speedster Mam broke the line and streaked clear to find fullback To Maire Martin looming in support.

The Cowboys are placed second on the NRL ladder and are aiming for a top two finish with the prize being a home final.

Just as it looked like Martin was going to be tackled short of the line, he spun and found his five-eighth backing up once again, passing to let Mam do the rest.

Runaway leader the Penrith Panthers have already wrapped up the top spot and minor premiership with 38 points.

Mam is growing in stature each week, playing beside champion halfback Adam Reynolds.

Cowboys and Cronulla Sharks are equal second

AT THE BRONCOS GAME: Torres Strait dancer. Pic courtesy of Brisbane Broncos.

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CELEBRATING DESPITE THE LOSS: Hamiso Tabua-Fidow.

Pic courtesy of NQ Cowboys.