Torres News_Edition 187_10 July 2025

Thursday, 10 July 2025

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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Health congress meets on Waiben The Congress of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Nurses and Midwives (CATSINaM) Regional Congress 2025 was held on Waiben last week.

CATSINaM is the national peak body representing and advocating for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander nurses, midwives and students.

The Congress invited healthcare professionals, researchers and academics, policy makers and government representatives, and community and advocacy organisations to join their members from last Tuesday to Friday.

A packed program of speakers and workshops included a meet-and-greet BBQ, keynote presentations, panels and cultural events.

Speakers included international guest Alisi Vudiniabola from Fiji; Mayor Elsie Seriat as an advocate for health and community fitness; CATSINaM President Vanessa Browne, an experienced Nurse Practitioner focused on mental health services; Torres & Cape Hospital and Health Services (TCHHS) Chief Executive Rex O’Rourke as an advocate for health equity in Aboriginal communities; Chief Nursing Midwifery Officer Adjunct Professor Alison McMillan, an expert in health system reform and women’s health; Professor Doseena Fergie, an Indigenous health advocate, academic leader and nursing researcher with numerous accolades; and, local practitioners Sam and Yoko Mills, representing the Torres Strait Islander Nurses and Midwives Indigenous Corporation.

We’ll have a full round-up and more pics in our next issue. J

CATSINaM CEO Dr Ali Drummond welcoming students delegates to Waiben and the CATSINaM Regional Congress 2025.

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Budget reflects commitment to child-rearing practices Waiben (Thursday Island), the program was staffed by more than 70 per cent Torres Strait Islander employees who were deeply connected to the communities they served.

“Our Cultural Support Officers have done exceptional work to help reach this milestone,” Commissioner Maza said.

“Our goal has always been to empower families and ensure a strong, culturally

BY KANTESHA WARD A commitment by the State Government to maintain the landmark Meriba Omasker Kaziw Kazipa (Torres Strait Islander Traditional Child Rearing Practice) Act 2020 has been upheld in this year’s Queensland budget, with $6.8 million in funding announced to support the legal recognition of Torres Strait Islander childrearing practices.

Commissioner C’Zarke Maza, who was reappointed to lead the Office of the Commissioner (Meriba Omasker Kaziw Kazipa) until 30 September this year, attended a State Budget Briefing in June with Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships Fiona Simpson, where the investment was announced.

grounded future for our children’s children.”

The Office of the Commissioner (Meriba Omasker Kaziw Kazipa) will host a community celebration for the 100th granted Cultural Recognition Order at the Waiben Bowls Club from 10am – 12pm on Wednesday, 16 July 2025.

“We welcome community, families and stakeholders to come and join us for this celebration,” Mr Maza said.

Commissioner C’Zarke Maza with Queensland Premier David Crisafulli. Pic supplied.

He said a recruitment process was underway to appoint a commissioner for a longer term of up to three years.

“I welcome my reappointment and will continue to do what I have done since commencing in this role, and that is to serve my people to the best of my ability,” Commissioner

Maza, who took on the role of Commissioner (Meriba Omasker Kaziw Kazipa) in July 2021, said.

He said the new funding ensured the continuation of the program beyond 2025 up until 2029 to enable more families to access legal recognition of traditional child-rearing

Rakaia Stuart & Dallas Fortescue enjoying pool day. Pic supplied.

practices.

“Until now, the program had no funding certainty beyond this year,” he said.

“This significant investment ensures we can continue removing barriers to participation and providing opportunities for Torres Strait Islander families.

“We’ve granted

more than 100 Cultural Recognition Orders – well above expectations.

“The program has continued to thrive in its mission to bridge the gap between traditional ailan laws and Western law for caregivers and children from extended Torres Strait Islander families.”

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School holiday fun for yumi Next Generation

BY ROZAHLIA DORANTE & KANTESHA WARD Kaiwalagal kids enjoyed three days of school holiday fun last week, as part of the Healthy Lifestyle Program delivered by Torres Health and key community stakeholders.

The program bounced off with a stadium-packed basketball clinic at Ngurupai on Monday, followed by a chilled movie night at the Port Kennedy Hall on Waiben.

Wongai Basketball Association held

workshops with Joseph Passi at the Torres Shire Sports Complex on Wednesday, ending the week with a splashing good time at the pool on Friday.

Torres Health provided free entry, healthy kai kai and fun activities for everyone who came along.

Torres Health Social and Emotional Wellbeing Support Worker Charleeja Viti said the program was a resounding success, attracting holiday-makers from across the region.

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Climate change & energy on Bowen’s Pacific agenda Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen visited four Pacific Island nations this week to deepen climate and energy partnerships.

The visit was to reinforce the Government’s commitment to practical climate action and progress discussions on their bid to host COP31 in 2026.

“It makes sense that the world’s biggest climate conference should be hosted by the region facing some of the world’s biggest climate

impacts,” Minister Bowen said.

“Australia and the Pacific’s joint bid for COP31 is about ensuring that the region’s voice shapes global climate action for the benefit of the Australian and Pacific people.

“I look forward to deepening our cooperation with Pacific neighbours; not only to build a fairer, cleaner energy future, but to bring COP31 home for our region in 2026.”

It was Minister Bowen’s first overseas visit since the Government’s re-election,

underlining the priority the Government placed on working in genuine partnership with the Pacific family to deliver outcomes for our region.

Minister Bowen held high-level talks with leaders and counterparts in Tuvalu, Palau, Samoa and the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) focused on how the joint COP31 bid could amplify the voices of Pacific nations and deliver real progress for Australia and the Pacific.

The visit was also to advance

the Australia-Pacific Partnership for Energy Transition (APPET), a $50 million program supporting Pacific nations to accelerate their clean energy transition, improve energy security and meet their Paris Agreement commitments.

The Minister also met with industry and community leaders and visited key energy infrastructure, including the 15MW Palau Solar Farm — one of the Pacific’s largest renewable energy projects, backed by Australia.

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She said Torres Shire Council remained committed to serving and delivering for their community.

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Thank you Dalassa!

After nearly 17 years of service, Dalassa Yorkston’s (pictured) contract of employment as CEO will end next Tuesday, 15 July 2025.

Mayor Elsie Seriat said Council wanted to formally acknowledge Mrs Yorkston’s significant contributions to Torres Shire and the community. “Her collaborative efforts have led to numerous

achievements during her tenure,” Mayor Seriat said.

“Council wishes Dalassa all the very best for her future endeavours.

“Dalassa’s departure will mark the beginning of a new era and direction for Council.

“In the interim Council has appointed, Mark Crawley as Acting Chief Executive Officer.

“Mark will commence work with Council next Wednesday, 16 July.”

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research has been highlighted and celebrated in a special compilation issue of the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health, published this week for NAIDOC (cover pictured at right).

The open access issue features nine key articles led by Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander authors and published in the journal over the past two years.

The issue was compiled by Associate Professor Summer May Finlay, a Yorta Yorta woman and the journal’s Indigenous editor.

“The selected articles have a focus either

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Recognition of the parental rights and responsibilities of cultural parents raising children.

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implicitly or explicitly on the role Culture plays in the health and well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people,” A/Prof Finlay said.

“The cultural determinants of health are recognised as a key feature in achieving the health and well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as identified in the Closing the Gap Framework.

“Some of the topics included in the Special Edition include the climate crisis and its impact on the Torres Strait Islands, the impact of racism, the need for greater Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men’s health funding and a co-design renal dialysis pilot.”

One of the articles, Traditional communitybased knowledge for envisioning climate change action for the Cultural Recognition Orders

Torres Strait by Francis Nona, delved into the relevance of responding to climate change to protect the health of his People and Country.

The Journal is the official publication of the Public Health Association of Australia.

All articles are open access and can be found here: https://www. journals.elsevier.com/ australian-and-newzealand-journal-ofpublic-health

Young, Black and Proud scholarships Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people can apply for a scholarship of up to $10,000 to help them achieve their academic, arts or sporting dream through the Young, Black and Proud scholarships.

Delivered by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Health Service (ATSICHS) and proudly supported by the Queensland Family and Child Commission (QFCC), applicants need to be an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person or group, aged 25 or under, living in Queensland and have had a 715 health check in the past 12 months.

Scholarships of $2000, $5000 and $10,000 were available in three categories: education and training, sports and the arts.

Applications are open until 16 July 2025.

For more information, visit https://www.qfcc. qld.gov.au/youth/ young-black-proud.

Misi commended Rescuer Michael Misi was commended for brave conduct for his actions after he helped a young girl in flood waters near Woree in Cairns in February 2023.

In Cairns last month, Queensland Governor Her Excellency the Honourable Dr Jeannette Young presented Australian honours to Michael at an Investiture Ceremony, held during the 50th anniversary year of the Australian Honours and Awards system.

Michael received a Commendation for Brave Conduct for his actions.

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Michael Misi and Queensland Governor Her Excellency the Honourable Dr Jeannette Young.

Pic supplied. from school, he found a young girl trapped in fast-flowing water.

Without hesitation, he entered the creek, braced himself against the current and held the girl safely until help arrived, injuring himself in the process. His bravery likely saved her life.

Call for remarkable Queenslanders Nominations are open for the 2026 Australian of the Year Awards in four categories – Australian of the Year, Senior Australian of the Year (65 years and over), Young Australian of the Year (16 to 30 years old) and Local Hero.

Queenslanders are encouraged to nominate individuals whose actions inspire, lead, and strengthen communities in the 2026 Australian of the Year Awards.

The awards celebrate the achievements and

dedication of people who consistently go above and beyond to help and improve the lives of others.

The Australian of the Year Awards are driven by public nominations, presenting an opportunity for special Queenslanders to be recognised with one of the nation’s highest honours.

Queensland recipients of the 2026 Australian of the Year Awards will represent the State at the national awards held on the evening of 25 January 2026 in Canberra.

If you see and hear a Queenslander who is demonstrating exceptional work, you can nominate them at www. australianoftheyear. org.au.

Nominations close at midnight on Thursday, 31 July 2025.

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‘Furious’ – Qld nurses and midwives start second stage protected industrial action

NPARC HR Manager Leonie Ishmail (centre) congratulates new apprentices Jerry Ahmat (left) and Annabell Tabuai (right) on their official sign up for carpentry training. Pic supplied.

NPARC training tradie recruits In a bid to help ease a regional skills crisis in Cape York, the Northern Peninsula Area Regional Council (NPARC) has hired two new carpentry apprentices with the support of the Queensland Government’s Department of Trade, Employment and Training.

Mayor Robert Poi Poi said NPARC was proud to

recruit the local trainees to help strengthen the Council’s building and construction unit and support important new infrastructure projects announced for NPA in 2025/26 and beyond.

Jerry Ahmat and Annabel Tabuai were set to complete a nationally recognised Certificate III in Carpentry as a training pathway into the

construction sector.

“Annabell is Council’s first female apprentice in a maledominated trade,” Mayor Poi Poi said.

Her four-year Carpentry Apprenticeship was funded under the First Start Program, also supported by the Queensland Government.

Jerry Ahmat joined NPARC

as a third-year apprentice, having completed two years of training to date.

“NPARC is excited to see both Jerry and Annabell begin this new chapter, to help grow our beautiful region in far north Cape York, and we wish them every success as they embark on their apprenticeship journeys,” Mayor Poi Poi said.

Nurses and midwives moved to begin stronger, protected industrial action from Tuesday this week.

QNMU Secretary Sarah Beaman said the decision was not taken lightly, but the government had left its frontline workforce with no other choice.

“We want Queenslanders to know that their safety is at the heart of everything we do,” she said.

“Throughout this action, there will be some inconvenience, but the community’s safety will never be at risk.”

Ms Beaman said the actions were designed to inconvenience the government.

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“The actions are not strikes or walking off the job,” she said.

“The actions will impact Queensland Health operations in a way that does not compromise patient safety.

“This is about making sure the government takes us seriously.

“If we do nothing, there simply will not be enough nurses and midwives to safely staff our expanding hospitals and care for you and your loved ones.”

Ms Beaman said the government could break the stalemate at any time by bringing a genuine offer and response to the QNMU’s pay and conditions claim.

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Achievements on show at national NAIDOC awards

Zipporah Corser-Anu collecting the Creative Talent Award for her mum, singer-songwriter Christine Anu. Pic supplied.

Singer-songwriter Christine Anu was among the winners who were announced at the National NAIDOC Awards Ceremony in Perth last weekend.

Her award was collected by daughter, Zipporah Corser-Anu, who also performed at the event.

Indigenous Australians Minister Senator Malarndirri McCarthy said this year’s NAIDOC celebrations marked 50 years of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and culture through a week of activities.

“There is no better way to recognise the strength, vision and enduring legacy of past generations than by celebrating the achievements of exceptional

individuals at the NAIDOC Awards,” she said.

“I congratulate the finalists and winners for their remarkable achievements and for exemplifying the true essence of NAIDOC Week.”

National NAIDOC Committee Co-Chair Steven Satour said the award winners’ achievements were a powerful reflection of their strength, culture and future.

“Congratulations to all the finalists and winners, you make our communities proud,” he said.

“This year’s theme, The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy, lives in every story we’ve celebrated tonight.”

The National NAIDOC Committee considered more than 200 nominations for the awards.

National Award winners

• Lifetime Achievement Award: Michael Long • Person of the Year Award: Dr Daniel Hunt • Female Elder Award: Aunty Rosalie Kickett • Male Elder Award: Uncle Harry Phillip Hall • Sportsperson Award: Danielle Ponter • Youth Award: Anika Gosling • Creative Talent Award: Christine Anu • Caring for Country and Culture Award: Wadjemup Project Steering Group • Education Award: Professor Eddie Cubillo • Innovation Award: Blak Brews

Cairns NAIDOC day a fun favourite for families

Dancer Keira Warrior with Lousia Miskin and Toniann Mayo.

Marnie Hamilton and Josh Fauid doing a roaring trade at the Athe Threads stall at the Cairns NAIDOC Day in Fogarty Park.

The Nakata family enjoying their Cairns NAIDOC Day.

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Office of the Commsioner (Meriba Omasker Kaziw Kazipan) staff Kiri Harris and Jane Fuller with Commissioner C’Zarke Maza (centre).

NAIDOC Cairns organising committee members, volunteers and workers.

A crowd favourite every NAIDOC year in Cairns is the march and fair day, held at Fogarty Park last Friday.

The day kicked off a week of activity including a breakfast, Trivia Night, Kup Murri Masterclass by the Kunjur Men’s Group, Elders luncheon, youth forum and a gala dinner.

Anne Aniba (nee Drummond), Jennifer Mast and Deba Pilot cooking for Blaq Pearl.

The Cassady family enjoying a shady sit-down at the Cairns NAIDOC Day.

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Waiben visitors to Townsville STORY & PICS

BY ALF WILSON

Strong NPA community support Northern Peninsula Area (NPA) communities celebrated this year’s Coming of the Light at the St George Anglican Church and along the Mugai Street waterfront in Seisia.

The event was supported by Bamaga Enterprise Limited and CEQ,

and the work of Elders, Wardens, Parish Council, the Mothers Union and Brothers of St George’s Bamaga and the surrounding communities and families of the NPA. Pics by Leonora Adidi.

Being an integral part of Townsville’s Coming of the Light celebrations held special significance for Aicey Day, whose great-great-grandfather met Christian missionaries on Erub in 1871.

More than 300 people packed Townsville’s St John’s Anglican Church on July 1, some watching on from an outside verandah.

Included amongst the audience were visiting members of Waiben’s St Bartholomew Anglican Church.

Aicey told the Torres News his Lugiz Popa (meaning Great Great Grandfather), Jimmy Dei, was residing on Erub Island when the Missionaries arrived at Kemus Bay in 1st July 1871.

“On the 2nd July 1871, my Lugiz Popa Jimmy Dei took the missionaries from Erub Island over to Mer Island,” he said.

“Lugiz Popa Jimmy Dei was also accompanied by three other Meriams – Tapau, Dedi and Ulai.

“The Day, Zaro and Wailu families are the direct descendants of Lugiz Popa Jimmy Dei.” Aicey organised the reenactment inside the church, which featured male warrior Ali Day, male head warrior

Wya Sailor, Eli-Joan Dow & Ali Day prepare for the re-enactment.

Azie Kudub.

Wya Sailor, and female villager Eli-Joan Dow. “This year’s re-enactment at St John’s Anglican Church, Townsville was based on

Saibai Island and how warriors Garmay and Zawai brought the missionaries from Dauan Island to Saibai Island,” Aicey said.

Event coordinator Therese Cowley said it was one of the most successful in Townsville.

“There were so many people there and we were happy to have the members of the TI Parish there,” she said.

“Father Ted Loban from TI spoke.”

Bishop Keith Joseph, local Father Elimo Tapim and a Bishop from Kenya in Africa also spoke at the church.

Therese said about 200 people continued the celebrations that night with a feast at the AMR Hall in Aitkenvale.

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School holiday fun for yumi Next Generation Beautiful Kasawana, Skyla and Harmony posing as ailan mermaids. Pic by Lola Digital.

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Basketball clinic with Waiben community. Pic supplied.

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Basketball Clinic on Waiben with Joseph Passi. Pic supplied.

Basketball clinic with Ngurupai community. Pic supplied.

“We’re proud to provide school holiday activities that keep our kids active, healthy and entertained,” Torres Health Social and Emotional Wellbeing Support Worker Charleeja Viti said..

“Torres Health is committed to delivering quality holistic primary health care services that promote and strengthen Torres Strait Islander individuals and communities to achieve better health outcomes together.”

This week, in celebration of NAIDOC, Torres Health expanded their Healthy Lifestyle Program to offer basketball games and activities with NBL stars Nathan Jawai and Deba George on Kirriri and as part of a fun-filled program at Erub.

Torres Health CEO Renee Williams said NAIDOC Week gave Torres Health a perfect opportunity to put young people in the spotlight and help them build healthy habits, safe connections and lifelong memories.

“This year’s NAIDOC Week theme was The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy and we empower our young people with programs that encourage positive behaviours,” Ms Williams said.

“Our programs keep kids away from negative influences and boredom by offering meaningful ways to connect with us and each other.”

The Healthy Lifestyle Program was a collaborative effort and Torres Health partnered with a variety of stakeholders including Port Kennedy Association, Wongai Basketball Association, Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ), AFL Cape York, Queensland Police Service, Torres Shire Council and Torres Strait Island Regional Council.

Torres Health extended its gratitude to all local partners, volunteers and families who helped and participated.

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Happy smilies by Ngurupai kids. Pic supplied.

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CIAF 2025 has arrived The 16th edition of the Cairns Indigenous Art Fair (CIAF), to the theme of Pay Attention!, returns to the Tanks Arts Centre from tomorrow.

Tanks 3, 4 and 5, and the Collins Avenue promenade will be the stage for the curatorial debut of Artistic Director Teho Ropeyarn, an acclaimed artist, curator and one of CIAF’s legacy exhibitors, to present the program.

“CIAF is more than an art fair – it’s a movement,” Ropeyarn said.

“Pay Attention! is both a creative and cultural call to remain vigilant, honour our histories, and assert our presence as we shape the future.

“This year’s program is a joyful convergence of community and culture that brings together some of the most exciting voices in contemporary First Nations art.”

More than 400 artists, performers and presenters will put their work on show over four days of visual and performing arts, fashion, music, dance, food, workshops, talks and panel discussions.

CIAF Chair Bianca Beetson said the festival’s return to the city’s cultural precinct at the Tanks Arts Centre marked a significant moment of reflection and renewal.

CIAF Artistic DirectorTeho Ropeyarn with artist Ken Thaiday Snr, who was a special guest at CIAF’s program highlights launch held at Tanks Arts Centre in February this year.

Pic by Alicia Jade, Studio Sol.

“As we come full circle, returning to where it all began, we honour our past while embracing the next chapter,” she said.

“Pay Attention! is a powerful theme that invites deep listening, honest reflection and bold

artistic expression.”

The complete CIAF 2025 program is now available at www.ciaf.com.au, providing visitors with a comprehensive digital guide to this year’s events, exhibitions and experiences.

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Masigilgal celebrate IPA dedication on Masig

Community celebrates Masigilgal IPA Dedication Celebration Event.

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TSRA Rangers, staff and board representative with NIAA and DCCEEW staff.

Mauar Land Trust Chair Mr Edward Savage (left) and Masigalgal Registered Native Title Body Corporate Chairperson Yessie Mosby (right) sign IPA declaration document.

Masigalgal Registered Native Title Body Corporate Deputy Chairperson Ned Mosby leads the procession.

The dedication of a new Masigilgal Indigenous Protected Area (IPA) covering 245 hectares of land across 11 uninhabited coral cays and islands was celebrated with a ceremony on Masig Island last Saturday.

The islands and connected reef ecosystems were homes to threatened species including six species of turtle, dugong and more than 30 migratory bird species, such as the critically endangered Eastern Curlew.

Surrounding reef, waters and beaches were virtually free of feral animals and a haven for diverse species of cultural and conservation significance.

The Masigilgal IPA was a small, yet powerful addition to Australia’s National Reserve System – a network of protected areas preserved across Australia for future generations.

Masigalgal Registered Native Title Body Corporate Chairperson Yessie Mosby said it would make a difference.

“Our IPA status will help direct funding and efforts towards the activities community feels are most important – where we feel we can make the most difference,” he said.

Minister for Indigenous Australians Senator Malarndirri McCarthy congratulated the community.

“Congratulations to the Masigalgal Traditional Owners and community for the dedication of the unique

Masigilgal IPA, adding to the Torres Strait Indigenous Protected Areas estate and Australia’s National Reserve System,” she said.

“The dedication of the Masigilgal IPA will strengthen cultural authority and custodianship of these islands and reefs, and create employment and other social and economic benefits for community.”

The Torres Strait Regional Authority (TSRA) has supported five IPA projects since 2001, including Masigilgal, to protect a total of 22 uninhabited islands and more than 360 hectares of Country held strong in Traditional Owner care across the Torres Strait.

Through its world-class Ranger program, the TSRA said they would continue to work closely with Masigalgal Traditional Owners and the Masig community to manage the IPA. TSRA Chairperson George Nona said the IPA mattered.

“This IPA celebration is deeply meaningful not just to Masig, but for all of the Torres Strait,” he said.

“TSRA heard the community’s call in 2017 and is proud to support this achievement led by the Masigalgal people for the benefit of their land and sea, current and future generations.

“TSRA’s Ranger program – including local Masigalgal Rangers – will help community manage its land and sea aspirations by connecting Traditional

Knowledge and Western science.”

Management activities that drew on Traditional Knowledge and Western science included biodiversity surveys and mapping, turtle and seagrass monitoring, managing threats such as climate change, invasive plants, pest animals and the preservation of Kulkulgal Ya language and Masigilgal culture.

Indigenous Protected Areas were established under voluntary agreements between First Nations people and the Australian Government to manage and protect areas of land and sea for biodiversity conservation.

They also delivered positive cultural, social and economic outcomes for Traditional Owners and First Nations people.

Member for Leichhardt, Matt Smith also offered his congratulations.

“I congratulate Masigalgal Traditional Owners on the dedication of their IPA,” he said.

“Through the IPA Plan of Management, current and future generations have a strong framework to protect and manage the cultural values of land and sea Country.

“The Masigilgal IPA provides a framework to leverage partnerships with other land and sea management organisations, and promotes the use of traditional ecological knowledge and contemporary management tools to care for land and sea country.”

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Tia Stevens (DCCEEW) signs IPA declaration document. Pics supplied by TSRA.

Mauar Land Trust Chair Edward Savage speaks at IPA dedication celebration.

Michael White (NIAA) with Yessie Mosby.

TSIMA’s Jen Enosa was acknowledged during speeches.

NIAA’s Michael White with TSRA Ranger Linda Whap.

Community celebrations.

TSRA Masigalgal Ranger Edna Nai with Melinda McLean (DCCEEW).

TSRA Environmental Management Portfolio Member Patrick Mooka speaks at the IPA Dedication Celebration Event.

Community celebrations.

Community procession.

TSRA Portfolio Member for Environmental Management Patrick Mooka, Mauar Land Trust Chair Edward Savage and Masigalgal Registered Native Title Body Corporate Chairperson Yessie Mosby.

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Child safety system inquiry to look at complaints process The Queensland Government’s Commission of Inquiry into the Child Safety System officially began last Tuesday.

The Honourable Paul Anastassiou KC, appointed as Commissioner, said the Inquiry would thoroughly and independently review the policies, practices, decisions and oversight mechanisms affecting the safety and well-being

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of vulnerable children in Queensland.

“This is a deeply important task,” Mr Anastassiou said.

“The Inquiry will seek to understand systemic issues, identify opportunities for improvement and make recommendations to help ensure Queensland’s child safety system better protects the children it is designed to serve as well as the Queensland community.”

Over the next 17

months, the Inquiry will travel around Queensland and engage with government and non-government stakeholders, experts, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, frontline workers, families, carers and individuals with experience with the child protection system.

“The voices and experiences of those who work in and are impacted by the system, across the state, will play a critical

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role in informing the work of this Inquiry,” Mr Anastassiou said.

The Inquiry will operate transparently and independently, guided by its Terms of Reference.

Mr Anastassiou emphasised the Inquiry was committed to conducting its work with compassion, integrity and a child-centred focus, but would not shy away from scrutinising critical issues of accountability and proper governance within the system.

Protections against reprisal were provided to anyone who engaged with the Inquiry, and improving the complaints system for people working and caring within the child safety system was one of its priorities.

Mr Anastassiou said the Inquiry had heard concerns raised by residential care workers and foster and kinship carers about their ability to speak up safely and without fear of reprisal.

“We have heard serious concerns from frontline carers about the risks they face and the barriers they encounter when trying to raise issues about safety, working conditions and the level of support they receive,” he said.

“There is particular concern that people are fearful of making complaints due to

possible repercussions or loss of employment or placements.”

The Inquiry has invited submissions from anyone who wished to share their views or experiences on the issue.

“We want to hear directly from those affected, including residential care workers, foster and kinship carers, and others working within the child safety system,” Mr Anastassiou said.

He said the inquiry would invite interested persons to provide written submissions related to other specific matters within the scope of the terms of reference over the coming months.

Any person or agency interested in providing a submission should visit the Inquiry’s website for further information about the submission process.

Submissions will be accepted until Friday, 1 August 2025 and can be provided on the Inquiry’s website at www.childsafetyinquiry. qld.gov.au/submissions or by email to info@ childsafetyinquiry.qld. gov.au or by post.

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BY ALF WILSON A Townsville-based St Patrick’s College team, which included players from Moa, Badu Island and Saibai Islands, won four of their five games at the prestigious Confraternity Rugby League Carnival in Rockhampton last month.

The carnival held on 29 and 30 June is for teams from Queensland Independent Secondary Schools and is in its 45th year.

Most of the players

are boarders at St Patrick’s and the team list was: Azalia Baragud, Wendy Bire, Taiijh Bowen, Kylie Foster, Emily Holmkvist, Krystal Kalipa, Tara Marlborough, Larvo Nona, Nancy Nona, Hollie Parkes, Hazel Paske, Cordelle Pluto, Mairesha Ronsen, Brooklyne Stegman, Jedda Waianga, Butu Wosomo, Delailah Wosomo and Kadawa Wosomo.

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Yeppoon 6, then St Patrick’s 18 d Emmaus College Jimboomba 4, then lost 10-nil to Holy Spirit College, St Patrick’s 28 d Xavier Catholic College 0, and St Patrick’s 4 d Mt Maria Mitchelton College 0.

St Patrick’s players of the matches were: Mairesha RonsenTomsana (two games), Hollie Parkes, Wendy Bire and Brooklyne Stegman.

Team spokeswoman Isabel Bowrey said the school made their debut at the QISSRL Confraternity

Carnival this year.

“What a first showing it was,” she said. “The team secured four wins from five games and was awarded the prestigious Referees’ Team Fair Play Award, recognising outstanding sportsmanship and team spirit.”

In addition to being a renowned educational college, St Patrick’s has many quality young sports women, including in Australian Rules football. Students also participate in community events such as the annual ANZAC Day march.

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Ezra Mam best-on-ground in Broncos’ amazing comeback

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In the stands at the Queensland Country Bank Stadium watching the Cowboys v Storm game were Strait Stars players Leviticus Elisala, Pelista Ketchell, Stanley Marama, Regory Kepa, Horace Baira, Mahalia Joe with coach Sam Joe. Pic by Tara Nagy.

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Kittyhawk Basketball competition It’s time to get those sneakers out and ready – games are back on next week after a short break for school holidays. Only six rounds are left before the semi-finals are held in early September.

U16 Nationals The championships are currently on and at the start of the week, Queensland South girls’ team was two wins and no losses and guard/small forward, Jay Sebasio, was doing well. Grand finals are this weekend, and hopefully, Time Out will have positive news next edition for all the Queensland teams.

Shooting clinic Well done to Mia Nakata, who scored heaps of points for her team last weekend in the AAU Australia basketball competition.

The left-hand guard got her points from beyond the arc, long range, driving to the basket and even posting up. Her final tally was 29 points.

U16 Sapphires Basketball Australia announced the 12 athletes – and guard Mya Moke is one of them – who will compete at the FIBA Asia U16 Cup in September.

Congratulations Mya! U14 Champs Logan Thunder are the champs, and here is another state title for the Moke family.

A best on the ground performance by star five-eighth Ezra Mam led the Brisbane Broncos to an amazing 22-18 comeback win over the Sydney Bulldogs on Friday.

The Broncos trailed 16-nil at half time and the highly rated Bulldogs looked set for a big win.

However, sparked by the brilliance of Ezra, the Broncos scored four secondhalf tries to none by hot favourites the Bulldogs.

Both sides had players missing on State of Origin duties.

Commentators praised Ezra, with one saying that the “Broncos were a much better side since he returned several weeks ago after a suspension”.

The Broncos’ tries were scored in the 60th, 65th, 70th and 74th minutes, and Ezra had a hand in three of them.

The final Broncos try came after Ezra fired out a short pass to Brendan Piakura, who scored, and the Adam Reynolds conversion saw the Broncos gallop to their 22-18 lead.

Ezra also played a major role in two other earlier tries with clever passes.

Nahla, younger sister to Mya, was determined that they would win the title after losing to Southern Districts Spartans in the finals for the South Queensland Junior Basketball Competition.

Waiben’s own Cataleya SeriatO’Cloudy also competed at the tournament, held in Cairns, for the Rockhampton Cyclones.

She was well supported by family members who travelled from Waiben to watch her play.

The U14 Boys champs are in Townsville this week.

Round 10 NBL1 North Gold Coast Rollers men’s team have moved to the Top Four of the ladder. Although they split the round last weekend, the win against Northside Wizards helped.

Spartans had the win in their game against the Rollers despite guard Kyle Abnam away with Australia Boomers duties, but Matthew Hodgson stepped up with points.

The upset game of the round was Townsville Flames surprised the Mackay Meteorettes and won by three points.

Mackay was missing

Former North Queenslander Enari Tuala made his Bulldogs club debut on the wing, moving from the centres.

Cairns-born Enari had previously played a total of 105 NRL games for the Cowboys and Newcastle Knights and also has lined up at NQ Allblacks carnivals, such as at Gordonvale.

Xavier scores Winger Xavier Savage scored a try for the top of the table Canberra Raiders in their 28-24 win over a gallant St George Dragons on Saturday night.

Xavier’s backline teammate in Mabuiag islander Seb Kris played well in the Raiders’ seventh win on end.

Speedster Xavier crossed at the 19th minute in a corner after an acrobatic jump before placing the ball.

It was his 10th of the season and he is equal top try scorer for the Raiders.

At home, the Raiders led 12-6 at halftime, and their champion fullback Kaeo Weekes scored three individual tries.

The Raiders have a bye next week and are clear of the Melbourne Storm and Bulldogs on the ladder.

Monique Bobongie (representative duties) but Cheyenne stepped in the starting lineup.

It was the First Nations round and many teams supported it by wearing special jerseys, not only for Queensland competition but all the others as well – NBL1 South, East, Central and West.

Results Women Townsville Flames v Mackay Meteorettes 70-67 (Chailee Ward 16 points, Ainslie Minogue 12 points; Unique Thompson 31 points 19 rebounds).

Southern Districts Spartans v Gold Coast Rollers 90-66 (Nicole Fransson 35 points 13 rebounds Jess McDowell-White 14 points eight assists; Tera Reed 14 points).

Brisbane Capitals v Ipswich Force 82-89 (Ashley Arlen 29 points 16 rebounds Grace Ellis 24 points 14 rebounds; Kahlaijah Dean 30 points nine assists seven rebounds, Hannah Young 24 points six rebounds Elissa Brett 15 points 14 rebounds).

Gold Coast Rollers v Northside Wizards 75-85 (Juna Umezawa and Emma Petrie 15 points nine rebounds, Nyah Morris 15 points; Cierra

Storm in narrow win A sell-out crowd packed Townsville’s Queensland Country Bank Stadium on Saturday night, where the second-placed Melbourne Storm beat the North Queensland Cowboys 26-20.

Scores were deadlocked at 12-all at halftime, and soon after, the Cowboys took an 18-12 advantage.

But the Storm finished the best and scored four tries to three.

Both sides were without Origin players and the Cowboys missed forward Reuben Cotter.

AJ fails to score Celebrated South Sydney Rabbitohs back Alex “AJ” Johnston failed to score a try when his side lost 30-12 to Manly Sea Eagles on Sunday.

AJ, who has scored 206 tries in a wonderful NRL career, had few opportunities playing at fullback instead of his normal wing position.

In a major boilover over the struggling West Tigers beat the Sydney Roosters 30-28.

The seven other clubs had byes.

NRLW round one Centre Jasmine Peters shone for the Cowboys in their 20-6 win over the Gold

Walker 30 points, Erin Harvey 16 points, Saskia Gunness 14 points 10 rebounds).

Logan Thunder v Sunshine Coast Phoenix 76-71 (Leah Scott 23 points eight rebounds, Amandine Toi 16 points, Mikhaela Cann 13 points 10 rebounds; Jess Boundy 20 points four steals, Shannon Ryan 20 points 13 rebounds).

Cairns Dolphins v Mackay Meteorettes 86-93 (Mia Loyd 23 points eight rebounds, Taryn Bond 22 points six rebounds six steals; Cheyenne Bobongie 18 points five assists, Unique Thompson 17 points 16 rebounds).

Sunshine Coast Phoenix v South West Metro Pirates 71-83 (Erin Bollman 26 points 12 rebounds, Jessica Boundy 16 points four rebounds; Grace Champion 24 points seven rebounds).

Results Men Townsville Heat v Mackay Meteors 92-98 (Ethan Betts 23 points nine rebounds seven assists, Grant Teichman 18 points six assists).

Southern Districts Spartans v Gold Coast Rollers 105-97 (Tamuri Wigness 28 points seven assists, matthew hodgson 17 points Blake Jones 13

Coast Titans on Saturday in Townsville.

The other Torres Strait Cowboys players in the run-on side were forwards Tallisha Harden and Essay Banu.

Jasmine displayed all of the form, which earned her a spot in the Queensland State of Origin side last year.

In the first half, Jasmine made one great line break after which she charged upfield and later fired out a pass for a try assist.

Tallisha tackled her heart out and also made many metres in attack, whilst PNG international Essay was used as an impact forward who also spent time on the interchange bench.

What would have pleased Cowboys coach Rick Henry was their strong defence.

The Titans did not score until three minutes from full time, when the game was lost.

Next week in round two, the Cowboys are also at home and will host the Newcastle Knights.

The Parramatta Eels d Cronulla Sharks 18-16, Bulldogs d Knights 26-12, Brisbane Broncos d West Tigers 28-4, Dragons d Raiders 36-14.

Number #1 Supporter & Grandmother May Seriat attended Cataleya Seriat-O’Cloudy’s games at the U14 State Champs. Pic supplied. points and 13 rebounds; Reuben Re Tangi 27 points six rebounds and six assists, Jensen Bradtke 24 points eight rebounds).

Brisbane Capitals v Ipswich Force 125-130 OT1 (Sam McDaniel 38 points 10 assists, Uche Dibiamaka 26 points, Matthew Johns 23 points; Lamar Patterson 45 points 11 rebounds nine assists, DJ Mitchell 36 points 11 rebounds).

Gold Coast Rollers v Northside Wizards 81-77 (Preston Le Gassick 26 points, Reuben Te Rangi 17 points, Jensen Bradtke 15 points 13 rebounds; Durrell Mcdonald 18 points six rebounds six assists, Nikau Mccullough 14 points).

Logan Thunder v Sunshine Coast Phoenix 93-108 (Matt Kenyon

19 points 14 rebounds, Zac Triplett 18 points, Callum Dalton 17 points nine rebounds; Earnest Ross 24 points nine rebounds, Erik Kafritsas 19 points).

Cairns Marlins v Mackay Meteors 93-90 (Kody Stattman 38 points seven rebounds, James Mitchell 13 points, Kian Dennis 12 points; Makuach Maluach 23 points, Akol Mawein 19 points and Emmanuel Malou15 points 10 rebounds).

Sunshine Coast Phoenix v South West Metro Pirates 78-102 (Nelson Kahler 15 points eight rebounds, Deshawn Ross-Paiwan and Elia Cato 15 points; Junior Madut and Kai Woodfall 20 points, Dragan Stajic 15 points 12 rebounds eight assists).

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TORRES NEWS THURSDAY 10 JULY 2025

Northern Pride flies high over Ipswich Jets d Magpies 18-14 and Clydesdales d Tweed Seagulls 20-16.

BY ALF WILSON The Northern Pride, which included seven Torres Strait Islanders, travelled to Ipswich and thrashed the home side Jets 42-10 in the women’s comp on Sunday.

It was an eight-to-two victory for the Pride, who now have won their last two matches after being beaten in their first two in their debutant season.

Torres Strait players were halfback Tahlulah Tillett, who played her first game for the Pride, five-eighth was former Jillaroo JenniSue Hoepper, centre Kimberley Hunt and forward Sareka Mooka were in the run-on side.

The interchange bench included Torres Strait stars Jairel MartinSavage, Stephanie Mooka and Samara Luta, who was having her first match for the Pride.

Veteran Stephanie was sent to the sin bin in the 69th minute.

Pride try scorers were Ana Malupo (two), Autumn-Rain StephensDaly, Tahlulah Tillett, Tiana Raftstrand-Smith, Kimberley Hunt, Sian Williams and Adele Jensen.

Kimberley also booted five goals from eight attempts for a personal

QRL men’s comp Round 16

Sareka Mooka dodging attack for the Northern Pride against Ipswich Jets.

Pic courtesy of Northern Pride. points tally of 14.

Jets try scorers were Tanika Newton and Shaniah Lui. The Pride had the match in the bag at halftime when they led 28-nil.

The Pride moved to sixth on the 12-club ladder and, ironically, the finals series this season will involve the top six teams.

Interest in the team is at an all-time high, and a big crowd is expected next Saturday at Barlow Park in Cairns when the Pride meets the Bears.

Lyrech scores for Cutters Lyrech Mara scored a try for the Mackay Cutters in their 30-14 loss to the Falcons on Saturday.

Forward Lyrech came

off the interchange bench and crossed at the 32nd minute and the Cutters trailed 10-6 at halftime.

Numerous relatives had travelled from Townsville to watch Lyrech play at the BB Print Stadium in Mackay.

In Saturday’s other games, the Wynnum Manly Seagulls beat the CQ Capras 20-16, Bears d Devils 30-12, Tigers

Hunters roll Blackhawks Ladder leaders, the Townsville Blackhawks, travelled to Santos National Football Stadium in Port Moresby but lost 34-16 to the PNG Hunters.

Before a big home crowd, the Hunters led 16-12 at halftime.

Blackhawks scoring machine Dudley Dotoi scored two tries for the Blackhawks at the ninth and 65th minutes.

“Deadly” Dudley has Boigu and PNG connections, and last October lined up for the Papua New Guinea Prime Minister’s XIII when they played against the Australian Prime Minister’s side.

Veteran hooker Jayden Hodges was missing from the Blackhawks side due to injury.

Hunters try scorers were Sanny Wabo (two), Judah Rimbu, Khaiya Waiembi, Douglas David and Gairo Voro.

Julian returns for winning Jets A Jet side which welcomed the return of five-eighth Julian

Laurie Spina shows best up-and-coming M From PAGE 16. Pics by Alf Wilson.

LEFT: Horace Baira attempts to tackle an opponent.

RIGHT: Leviticus Elisala with the ball.

BELOW LEFT: Strait Stars player line up on the field for game one.

Christian beat the Capras 34-12 at Ipswich on Sunday.

The Jets scored six tries to two, and three of them came from Gold Coast Titans NRL outside back Alofiana Khan-Pereira.

Falcons cut down in Mackay Centre Brenton Baira scored a try at the 38th minute as the Cutters thrashed the Falcons 54-14 on Saturday.

It was a 10-to-three demolition, and Cutters

led 36-nil at halftime at Mackay BB Print Stadium.

The Cutters sit just outside the top eight in ninth position on 16 points.

A big test for the Cutters will be next week when they take on the highly rated Wynnum Manly Seagulls in Mackay.

Other games Bears d Devils 22-18, Tigers d Magpies 34-30, Tweed Seagulls d Clydesdales 42-12.

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BY ALF WILSON A Strait Stars team with players from Boigu, Saibai, Dauan, Mer, Masig, Warraber, Ugar, Mabuiag, Badu, Poruma, Iama, Hammond and Moa islands won four of their seven games at the prestigious Laurie Spina junior rugby league carnival in Townsville last Friday and Saturday.

A total of 78 teams featuring under-11 male and female players from across Queensland took part at Townsville’s scenic Queen’s Park.

Strait Stars Team List was: 1 Regory Kepa (Iama), 2 Leviticus Elisala (Dauan), 3 Horace Baira (Badu), 4 Emelda Pau (Ugar), 5 Denzel Naawi (Poruma), 6 Pelista Ketchell (Erub), 7 Stanley Marama (Boigu), 8 Tom Jackonia (Saibai), 9 Aaron MeneRonsen (St Paul), 10 Mahalia Joe (Mabuiag), 12 Davaniel Bosun (Kubin), 13 Conmicklas Mabo (Mer), 14 Zayda Pearson-Garnier (Hammond), 16 Darlington Lui-Warria (Warraber), 17 John Wigness (Masig).

The carnival was organised by the North Queensland Cowboys, and some of their players were there to meet and talk to youngsters.

The teams were

Strait Stars team. spread across eight pools on as many fields and Strait Stars lined up against Capricorn Coast Brothers in game one.

Other opponents were day one: Norths Devils Mackay Red, Southern Suburbs and Sarina Crocodiles Red. Day 2: Wanderers Mount Isa, Blackall Magpies and Townsville Upper Ross Rams.

Team spokeswoman Saintie Joe said the team

won two of their first four games.

“In the first match, they were trying to find their rhythm,” Saintie said.

“Bit scratchy coming up against a team that competes regularly.

“We must appreciate that our kids have not played or trained together at a competitive level.”

The Strait Stars coach was former Melbourne

Storm NRL player Sam Joe, who said he was delighted with the efforts of the players.

“I am really proud of their efforts as all the sides they were against had players from much bigger centres and they compete in weekly competitions,” Sam said.

The Strait Stars players displayed great speed, which they are renowned for during their games in the “big smoke” and that showed

in a foot relay race.

“Of all the 78 teams, we finished 10th in the relay,” Sam said.

Sam said the players got to meet Melbourne Storm team members who were in Townsville for Saturday night’s clash with the Cowboys.

“We got to meet them when they had their Captain’s Run at the Townsville Sports Reserve before the game,” Sam said.

On Saturday night, the players went to Queensland Country Bank Stadium to watch the Storm beat the Cowboys.

“A lot of our boys and girls had never seen an NRL match live before and it was a great experience,” Sam said.

Sam thanked his five support officials from the Torres Strait who were vital in the smooth running of the epic trip.

“We came to Townsville two days before the match, stayed at NQ Cowboys House and returned by bus to Cairns on Sunday and then caught flights to Horn,” he said.

“On Monday everybody returned to their islands.”

Another Torres Strait side, Zenadth Kes Stingers from Waiben, did not attend this year.

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