Wet Tropic Times, 2022, October 21, Newspaper Edition

Xavier Keutch Photography.

Regional Rainfall Report

The Good Shepherd

WHAT is a Shepherd?

A Shepherd is a person who tends and rears sheep.

When we read scripture, we (humanity) are referred to as sheep and Jesus as the Shepherd many times.

God clearly saw significance in the role of shepherding. He used the term shepherd to describe the leaders of his people in both the Old and New Testaments and even used the word to describe himself.

A sheep is a meek animal. They are usually very quiet and gentle. In a herd, all the sheep tend to listen to their leaders and show esteem to them. They have an obedient character.

All who have come before me are thieves and robbers, but the sheep have not listened

to them. I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. They will come in and go out, and find pasture. The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. “I am the good Shepherd. The good Shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.

John 10:8-11 NIV

Those who come against God claim that they are the only ones that can lead the nation. However, He proves to them that they are nothing but selfish and mercenary shepherds. In contrast, He is the only truly good Shepherd of the souls.

In this parable, he proves he does not mislead, but he is genuinely a shepherd. And what He does is that he first refers to the characteristics of a destroyer. Then he refers

Government needs to get real about clean energy

ON BEHALF OF SHANE KNUTH MEMBER FOR HILL

MEMBER for Hill Shane Knuth has used State Parliament to put the Tully Millstream Hydro Electric Project back on the viable clean energy agenda after the State Government announced their $62 billion Energy plan.

Mr Knuth said the Tully Millstream Hydro project, which would provide 600 megawatts of power generation, capacity to power 100,000 homes and save $600million in energy transmission loses which far outweighs all the projects announced in cost and efficiency.

He said project had already started with a tunnel being constructed however weak politics put a stop to it.

"Tully Millstream is a viable project which was pre-approved back in 1988 and had this project commenced there would be no need for one single windfarm in North Queensland,” Mr Knuth said.

“The KAP has pushed clean energy projects that stack up as part of the state's energy mix, alongside coal, nuclear, cogeneration, algae ponds, ethanol, and biofuels.

“KAP has just introduced the Liquid Fuel Supply (Minimum Biobased Petrol Content) Amendment Bill 2022 which includes a 4 per cent mandate for ethanol.

"Queenslanders are used to big promises from this Government but no action when it comes to delivery on energy.”

Mr Knuth said the Tully Hydro project went

Weekly Bible Verse

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the LORD and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture.

yourself in the LORD and he will give you the

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to the characteristics of a true Shepherd and saviour so that through His words, people can tell that He is our Shepherd.

‘For this is what the Sovereign Lord says: I myself will search for my sheep and look after them. As a shepherd looks after his scattered flock when he is with them, so will I look after my sheep. I will rescue them from all the places where they were scattered on a day of clouds and darkness. I will bring them out from the nations and gather them from the countries, and I will bring them into their own land. I will pasture them on the mountains of Israel, in the ravines and in all the settlements in the land. I will tend them in a good pasture, and the mountain heights of Israel will be their grazing land. There they will lie down in good grazing land, and there they will feed in a rich pasture on the mountains of Israel. I myself will tend my sheep and have them lie down, declares the Sovereign Lord.

Ezekiel 34:11-15 NIV

through a 5-year long feasibility study before the recommendation to build but not a pick or shovel has been lifted since.

“In 2017, I put a motion before the house to call for the construction of the Tully Millstream Hydro project, which was passed, but again nothing has happened," he said.

The Member for Hill also pointed out the Copperstring project, which has been proposed and supported by the KAP.

"Member for Traegar, Robbie Katter has been outspoken on this project for a number of years. It is also shovel ready, but again is missing from the Premiers glossy brochure,” he said.

“This project has the potential to halve the cost of energy in Queensland, break the monopoly on energy supply and unlock $740 billion in minerals in the mid-west.

“If the Government is serious on green energy, then get these projects underway immediately instead of big promises and little detail on how the $62billion will be funded."

Mission Beach ladies paddle their way to medals on the world stage in London

MARIA GIRGENTI

KATHY White and Kate Rolfe from Mission Beach Outrigger Canoe Club put the region on the map after paddling to two medals at the Great Britain IVF Va’a World Elite and Club Sprint Championships in London.

The World and Club Sprint Championships took place on Dorney Lake, London, home of Eton College Rowing Centre, the Olympic Rowing venue, from August 8 - 16.

Both ladies were part of the Far North Queensland team who collected silver in the Masters’ 50 V12 (two OC6 canoes rigged together) in the 500m race.

White and Rolfe teamed up with paddlers from Cairns in the Far North Queensland team who claimed bronze in the Masters’ 40 V6 1,000m race, which consisted of three turns.

Before leaving Australia, they trained at Tinaroo, then had a week and a half training in London with four sessions on the Thames River and three crosstraining sessions in the gym, high cardio and running.

“We were thrilled to be part of it, the atmosphere was amazing with great energy and vibe and all the countries supported each other.”

The girls also competed individually in V1 rudderless canoe and were pleased with their overall performances.

“Racing was extremely close and fiercely competitive with only one

hundredth of a second separating places, with both of us thrilled to make the finals in a couple of Open events, against much younger competitors.”

White previously competed in the World Sprints in New Zealand in 2006, whilst Rolfe competed in Tahiti.

World Sprints selection is based on regatta performances and qualifying times at Nationals and is held biannually.

The next World Sprints is in Hawaii in 2024.

Nations who participated in the World Club Sprints were Australia, Aotearoa, New Zealand, Hawaii, Canada, New Caledonia, Brazil, Great Britain, and the USA.

The canoes used in the World Championships were Matahina (V6) and Tai Tahi (V1).

New Zealand dominated and finished on top of the World Club Championships medal tally of 25 gold, 13 silver and 12

bronze, with 19 gold medals, 11 silver and 10 bronze in the World Elite Sprints.

Nineteen countries competed in the World Elite Sprints, which included Sweden, France, Samoa, Fiji, France, French Guyana, Chile, Germany, and Rapa Nui and over 1,500 competitors.

The World Sprint Championships hosted by Great Britain Outrigger combined two events: the World Elite Sprint and World Club Sprint Championships.

In the World Elite event, elite competitors represent their countries/ regions in V6 500m, V6 1,000m or 1,500m (turns) and V12 500m (Junior 19, Open and Para Va’a) for men and women.

Teams from different countries competed against other club teams for the title of ‘Club Champion,’ in the Cub Championship, whilst paddlers in the Para Va’a races compete in the Elite and Club Sprints.

Last Saturday, Kate Rolfe participated in the OC1 Relay and Kathy White OC2 Relay at the Marlin Coast Challenge (44km) from Yorkeys Knob - Port Douglas.

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Mission Beach outrigger paddlers Kate Rolfe and Kathy White impressed with two medals on the world stage.

Kathy White and Kate Rolfe represented the Far North Queensland team, who won silver in the Masters’ 50 V12 500m race. Photo: Xavier Keutch Photography.

The Far North Queensland team V12 team who won silver. Photo: Xavier Keutch Photography.

Maraka’s Grand Finale

MARAKA ASSOCIATION

INGHAM’S Maraka Festival is set for its grand finale this weekend, with the Pet Parade, Fence Painting Competition, Street Procession, Mardi Gras & Fireworks all taking place on Saturday.

Festival President Kieran Volpe says he’s hoping the weather gods are kind. “About ten years ago, just as the procession kicked off, we had a storm dump 2 inches of rain in about half an hour. The kids were all in costumes, many made of cardboard, which all disintegrated. Hopefully, there’s no

repeat this weekend!

Saturday kicks off at the Ingham Showgrounds from 9 am with the Pet Parade and Fence painting competition. There will be a live broadcast, giveaways from Pricey and the team from Triple M, and free face painting for the kids. Pet Parade categories include Best Dressed Pet, Best Kept Puppy/Dog, Best Dressed Pet & Owner, Fastest Eating Dog, Most Unusual Pet, Best Pet Trick, and Best Farm Pet.

Saturday Afternoon promises to be something different, with 3RAR

Maraka Princesses for 2022

conducting a Freedom of Entry from 3.30 pm along Herbert St. “We were approached at the end of last year about teaming up with 3RAR and their Freedom of Entry Parade. We jumped at the chance. It’s a fantastic opportunity to bring something different to Ingham. To have hundreds of Service Men & Women marching the streets of Ingham will certainly add some excitement to the festival,” Mr Volpe said.

Not long after the Freedom of Entry concludes, the traditional Maraka Street Procession kicks off at 5 pm. “We’re expecting bumper float numbers this year, and we’ve tied the theme of ‘Saluting Their Service’ into the visiting

defence force that will be in town. After that, the festivities kick off in Rotary Park,” Mr Volpe Said.

Entertainment on the Maraka Stage will go well into the night, with wellknown entertainer Rick Romeo being the onstage compare. There will be plenty of food available, with the local service clubs and non-for-profits organisations serving up all kinds of food. At the same time, the Maraka Bar will be fully stocked with refreshments.

There will be a Fireworks display at 8 pm, and the moment everyone will be waiting for – the crowning of the 2022 Maraka Princess & Queen.

Princess Jessie Bell; Age: 10, Hobbies/ Interests: Gymnastics, Touch, Drawing, Singing, Touch football, Horse Riding, Reading and Arts and Craft.

Who is your role model and why?

My role models are my best friend lndi, because she inspires me to do things I am scared to do or never tried before and my Dad, because he shows me how to be independent and that you can work hard but still have time and fun with your family. He is always making me laugh.

Princess Madison Scuderi; Age: 11, Hobbies/ Interests: Gymnastics, Motocross, Fishing and Camping. Who is your role model and why?

My role model is my mum. She has been looking after me since I was born. Not only did she teach me how to walk and talk, mum taught me how to do the right thing and respect others. She Always encourages me to have a go and do my best. My mum is my best friend and I hope to be like her one day.

Princess Sofia Dillon; Age: 10, Hobbies/ Interests: I love dancing with Ms Joanne, dance is life.

I enjoy doing art especially painting. I also like taking photos with my camera and I absolutely love animals. Who is your role model and why?

My mama is my role model because she is a beautiful inspiring woman who always tries to bring out the best in people. Even when things are hard she is always there for me.

Princess Emily Guy; Age: 10, Hobbies/ Interests: Dancing, makeup, being creative with craft and taking and editing photos. Who is your role model and why? My role model is my mum, because she is always caring. She is kind and gorgeous.

Princess Arizona Grottelli; Age: 10, Hobbies/ Interests: Dancing, Soccer, Bike Riding, Art, Motorbike Riding, Gymnastics and Craft. Who is your role model and why?

My nanny is my role model because she aches me how to sew, do puzzles, spell and read.

Princess Lara Biasi; Age: 11, Hobbies/ Interests: Horses, Touch, Netball and Cricket. I also like reading and drawing. Who is your role model and why? My role model is Maddyn White. I chose Maddyn because she Encourages kids like me to get back up even if you can't, Try and do it again.

Princess Rikki-Leigh Mcmurray; Age: 12, Hobbies/ Interests: Netball, cooking, swimming and hanging out with friends. Who is your role model and why? My parents are my role models, with them by my side they are helping me to grow into the mature caring person I am becoming. And they have showed me that if you have your family by your side, then you can get through anything even at your worst of times.

Princess Felicity Cohen; Age: 11, Hobbies/ Interests: Netball, Dancing, Drawing, Painting, Sports and spending time with family and friends. Who is your role model and why? I am very grateful for having a bunch of caring, thoughtful, generous friends who are lovely to be around. I really strive to do my best at being a friendly person like them.

Princess Addison Dilena; Age: 13, Hobbies/ Interests: I love playing sports. I play tennis, soccer and touch. I also have a small earring business which constantly keeps me busy. Who is your role model and why? My role model in life has been Ash Barty for ages! I've always liked her because of her positive attitude on and off the tennis court.

New Principal appointed at Innisfail East State School

WET TROPIC

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Dispelling Myths

SARI RUSSO NEE HYYTINEN

I am writing this here as it is a conversation that myself, my family and staff have repeated so often that we feel tired and unappreciated for our hard work. A newspaper is a very time-consuming business that needs to be completed every week, as we go to print every week.

Sadly, there appears to be a consistent misunderstanding regarding the importance of having paid advertising in the newspaper.

I often hear that people in the community believe that the price of the newspaper covers our wages and that advertising is just profit. This is not true at all. The price of the newspaper only assists in covering our newspaper print costs. It is crucial that people who sell our newspaper pay us our portion to ensure that we can continue to print. Print costs are the highest cost for a newspaper that occurs every week.

Based on this mistaken belief that the cost to purchase a newspaper covers all our expenses, every week, anywhere between 2-3 members of the community will request free advertising. Recently there were 5 requests made in just one week.

Do you believe myself and my staff deserve a wage? If you do, then it is essential to understand that our salaries are only paid by advertising.

The newspaper is a business, and like all businesses, there are a lot of overheads for us to cover.

As a small independent newspaper, we do not make a fortune. Like any small business, we need the community’s financial support for us to do what we do. The less support we get, the less we can offer the community.

Please let us know if you feel that you have supported us well and we haven’t supported you, and I will try my best to find ways to fix your concern. Email Sari at: editor@wettropictimes.com.au

New online booking system for Council event spaces

CASSOWARY COAST REGIONAL COUNCIL

TO make booking your next venue easier, CCRC has moved to the online platform Space to Co - an easy-touse platform, entirely online.

Launched on October 10, the new system will be trialled with the Innisfail Shire Hall and The Con Theatre.

CCRC aims to increase community usage of these spaces, providing opportunities for community groups/ individuals to host events and activities, supporting the region's liveability and vibrancy.

After the initial trial period, more venues added to the platform. The updated venue fees/ charges are now an hourly per day rate.

For further information, please contact CCRC at 1300 763 903, or via email enquiries@cassowarycoast. qld.gov.au.

STORY AND PHOTO BY MARIA GIRGENTI

THE new Principal at Innisfail East State School, Bradley Hurrell, regards Cairns as home and brings a wealth of education experience to the table.

Australian-born, he grew up in Papua New Guinea until he was six. His family moved to Cairns, where he completed his primary and secondary schooling.

After studying for a Bachelor of Education, Hurrell began his teaching career in 2010 as a high school teacher at Peace Lutheran College, Cairns. However, he soon accepted a full-time teaching position at Hopevale State School for four years.

He also completed stints at Djarragun College, Coen, another two years at Hopevale in a Student Services support role, and as Acting Principal at Croydon and Pompuraauw.

"I had a wonderful experience working within the community, which has developed my appreciation for Australia's rich culture and history."

He was also a general class teacher at Brightwater State School, Sunshine Coast.

His experiences and interests brought him back to Far North Queensland, where he accepted a position as Complex Behaviour HOD in Regional Office to support schools and students with complex needs.

This opportunity expanded his capability as an educator to develop his teaching and learning practices, as well as the practice of others, to ensure all students have the best opportunities to succeed in their learning.

Before his permanent appointment at Innisfail East State School, he held a permanent position for two years at Lockhart State School Kindy - Year 12.

Hurrell said his emphasis at IESS is for students to have the literacy capabilities to access the curriculum.

"My vision is to build on the systematic approach of reading, as well as other key learning areas."

"IESS has close to 200 students and a rich multiculturalism, with room for growth so my aim is to increase enrolments through partnerships at Easties Playschool and local kindergartens, to enable future investment in the school and additional teaching staff."

"'We're all in this together' reaffirms in me that learning is a partnership between parents, teachers and

students who learn from each other and collaborate to support student growth."

"IESS has an ingrained sense of pride, identity and belonging, so it is a matter of how we build on this and celebrate the unique 'Easties' community."

"Students are the centre of all decisions" demonstrates all decisions and direction of the school have the educational and well-being needs of our students as its focus."

"High expectations and no excuses" are about the collective effort from staff and the community to promote learning environments and build teacherstudent solid relationships with trusting and supportive relationships, including parents and carers."

Newly Installed Flood Cameras on Hinchinbrook Disaster Dashboard

HINCHINBROOK SHIRE COUNCIL

COUNCIL is pleased to advise that camera images showing flood levels at a number of local bridge crossings are now available to the public via the Hinchinbrook Disaster Dashboard!

The Hinchinbrook Disaster and Emergency Dashboard flood camera feeds will allow residents and visitors to access regularly updated still images from cameras at the nominated location.

“The Disaster Dashboard is our Local Disaster Management Group’s point of truth for all disaster related updates and information, including current warnings, local road conditions, river heights and power outages” said Mayor Ramon Jayo.

“Residents are encouraged to familiarise themselves with our latest addition to the Hinchinbrook Disaster Dashboard before the season is upon us” said Mayor Ramon Jayo.

Residents are also reminded that they have the ability to subscribe to the Opt-In Notifications service, which will provide subscribers with email notification of relevant warnings and updates as they occur.

The following locations are currently feeding regular still images to the Dashboard:

• Abergowrie Bridge (two images);

• Dalrymple Creek (two images); and

• Anabranch Bridge (four images).

Gairloch flood cameras will be available to the public soon.

Flood cameras in other locations may be made available in due course as resources allow.

To access the Disaster Dashboard and flood camera images, please visit disaster.hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au, click on the Map Layer ‘Flood Cameras’ and choose which camera you would like to view.

Innisfail East State School students welcomed new Principal Bradley Hurrell to the ‘Easties’ community.

3 RAR Army Open Day, Annual Maraka Festival Program, National Recycling Week and Council's Coastal Reserves Workshops

3 RAR Army Open Day

Join us for 3 RAR Army Open Day!

The 3rd Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment is hosting an afternoon full of exciting activities at the Ingham Showgrounds to showcase to the Hinchinbrook community and surrounds their personnel, vehicles, and equipment. There will be live demonstrations, sporting activities as well as equipment displays and shuttle rides in armoured vehicles.

Council would love to see the local community and their families support this event.

Date: Friday 21 October 2022

Time: 12.00pm to 5.30pm

Where: Ingham Showgrounds Pavilion

Maraka Festival 2022 - Fence Painting and Pet Parade

Good old fashioned free family fun for kids of all ages with prizes, giveaways and free drinks and chips for the kids.

Get your furry, feathered, fluffy, fuzzy and (gulp) scaley friends looking their best for the Pet Parade and do not forget to bring your own watercolour paints and paint brushes/rollers along to join in on the fence-painting fun.

Date: Saturday 22 October 2022

Time: 9.00am to 11.00am

Where: Ingham Showgrounds

Maraka Festival 2022Freedom of Entry Parade

Watch the 3 RAR Officers and Soldiers march down the main street of Ingham for the Freedom of Entry Parade 2022.

The Parade begins at the corner of Herbert Street and Francis Street and ends at the southern end of Herbert Street.

Date: Saturday 22 October 2022

Time: Parade commences at 3.30pm

Where: Herbert Street Ingham

Get in early to secure your seat on the temporary grandstands located in Herbert Street.

Please note that multiple road closures will be in place from 3.00pm Saturday 22 October 2022.

Maraka Festival 2022 - Procession

Marching in this year's Procession will be hundreds of Australian Defence Force Army personnel.

In honour of guests from 3 RAR, this years Maraka Festival theme is "Saluting Their Service".

Date: Saturday 22 October 2022

Time: Parade commences at 5.00pm

Where: Herbert Street Ingham Maraka Festival 2022 - Mardi Gras

The biggest event on the Maraka Festival calendar is undoubtedly the Mardi Gras!

Entertainment, amusements and fireworks will be on display in Rotary Park Ingham after the procession.

Find out who will be the 2022 Maraka Queen and Maraka Princess and groove to the tunes from the 3 RAR band.

Date: Saturday 22 October 2022

Time: Begins at 6.00pm

Where: Rotary Park Ingham

3rd Battalion

The Royal Australian Regiment and Hinchinbrook Shire Council invite you to the

GRANTING OF THE FREEDOM OF ENTRY PARADE

Upcoming Storm Season Clean-up Days

Are you ready for the upcoming Storm Season Clean-Up days on:

• Sunday 23 October 2022; and

• Saturday 12 November 2022.

Remember, residents will be able to dispose of loose outdoor items such as play equipment, furniture, barbeques and fallen branches for free at the Warrens Hill Landfill and Resource Recovery Centre, as these items can often become a danger during a storm or cyclone event.

Note that only eligible items can be disposed of for free, standard fees will apply to all other waste materials.

To view a list of eligible items, and to familiarise yourself with the rules of the event, please visit Council's website, Get Ready Hinchinbrook Storm Clean Up page.

National Recycling Week

To celebrate National Recycling Week (NRW) 2022, Council and the Lucinda Hotel are in search of Hinchinbrook’s Best Bins.

We want to reward those residents that are recycling right and using their kerbside bins correctly.

From Monday 24 October 2022 to Thursday 3 November 2022, Council will run a special edition of our Bin Tagging Education Program, looking at both the red and yellow lidded bins at as many locations as possible through our Shire. From Toobanna to Taylors Beach, we will do our best to tag them all.

How will this be done?

Council officers will conduct a visual inspection of the contents of both the recycling bin as well as the

general waste bin during recycling weeks. Households presenting a yellow bin containing little to no contamination, and a red bin with little to no presence of recyclables will be tagged with a special ‘NRW Thank you Tag’. Those households will then go into the draw to win one of eight $50 gift vouchers generously donated by the Lucinda Hotel in support of improving recycling efforts within the Shire.

We appreciate your cooperation and will post the results during National Recycling Week, which is held between Monday 7 November 2022 and Sunday 13 November 2022.

Seniors Month - Tea and Trivia

Celebrate Seniors Month at Tea and Trivia. Come along and keep your mind nimble whilst enjoying baked delights, a cake cutting, tea and coffee, and the opportunity to catch up with friends and loved ones.

Bookings are essential. To secure your booking, please make payment at the Hinchinbrook Shire Library prior to the event.

Date: Friday 28 October 2022

Time: 9.30am to 11.30am

Where: TYTO Conference and Events Centre

For further information, please contact Council.

Future Management of Council’s Coastal Reserves – Second Round of Workshops

Reminder, interested residents are welcome to attend the following Future Management of Council’s Coastal Reserves workshop sessions:

• 6.00pm to 8.00pm on Monday 31 October 2022 at Lucinda Point Hotel Motel;

RATE DUE DATE REMINDER

Half Yearly Rate Notices were due for payment on or before Friday 30 September 2022. If you have not yet paid or entered into a Council approved payment arrangement, please contact us as soon as possible. Please note that interest accrues daily on all outstanding amounts.

Council encourages ratepayers who may have difficulty with payments to discuss a payment plan as soon as possible.

If you have not received your Rate Notice, please contact Council on 4776 4600 or email council@hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au to arrange a copy.

Public Community Shed Meeting

Mount Fox

Members of the community are invited to attend a Community Shed Meeting:

Date: Tuesday 25 October 2022

Time: Commencing at 3.30pm

Location: Mount Fox Cricket Grounds

This consultation offers residents the opportunity to meet with the Mayor, Councillors, Chief Executive Officer and a number of Officers to raise matters or discuss concerns that may be occurring in the area.

This meeting is open to all members of the public, however is particularly focused on residents of the Mount Fox community.

Temporary Road Closure Notice Maraka Festival

Council wishes to advise residents that multiple road closures will be in place on Saturday 22 October 2022 between 3.00pm and 1.00am due to the Freedom of Entry Parade and Annual Maraka Festival Parade and Mardi Gras.

The streets that will be impacted include Herbert Street, Lannercost Street and associated side streets. Please note that detours will be in place during these times.

Access free

• 6.00pm to 8.00pm on Tuesday 1 November 2022 at the Halifax Hotel; and

• 6.00pm to 8.00pm on Wednesday 2 November 2022 at the Forrest Beach Community Hall.

Please register your interest via RSVP to Council’s Natural Assets Team, Breanna Camp bcamp@hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au or 4776 4740 for catering and seating requirements by no later than 4.00pm Friday 21 October 2022.

Last Aid

Last Aid is a four hour international standardised introductory level community education program.

Last Aid is offering this program for members of the community, businesses, retirees who want to improve their confidence and skills in supporting carers, family members, community groups, colleagues or people experiencing a serious illness, dying, death or grief.

This education program is not designed for health professionals or professional carers.

The topics covered in this program are:

• Dying as a normal part of life;

• Planning ahead;

• Relieving suffering; and

• Final goodbyes.

Date: Wednesday 16 November 2022

Time: 10.00am to 2.00pm

Where: Ingham

To register or for further information, please visit Eventbrite https://bit. ly/3Vx4rDu.

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Innisfail Gem Fest shone in 2022

MARIA GIRGENTI

IN August, between 600 - 700 people visited Innisfail and District Gem Club's annual Gem Fest, held opposite the Con Theatre.

This popular event which has been running for over 15 years, is a major fundraiser for the club through bacon and egg rolls, pulled pork rolls, tea, coffee, cakes and cold drinks sales.

Thirteen stallholders set up their wares and sold precious and semi-precious gemstones, rocks, lapidary supplies and jewellery.

One new stall holder displayed cut and rough stones and cabochon stones.

The "hidden treasure" where people could fossick for their own gems such as agates, moonstones, garnets, topaz and crystals in a trailer of river sand again proved popular among adults and children alike.

Lucky raffle winners were Joyce (sterling silver seahorse with paua shell insert pendant), Lynne (scene painted on an agate slice) and Cristy (Agate Creek over the Years book).

Club members Norm and Carol Mathieson and Heather Bosworth donated two of the raffle prizes, with a book donated by Queensland Lapidary and Allied Craft Association Inc.

A huge thank you to all the valued supporters, stallholders and members who volunteered their time and efforts to make the event successful.

Since the 1970s, the club has been operating and running out of the Innisfail Cultural Complex, opposite the Con Theatre, River Avenue, for around 30 years.

Innisfail Gem Club's committee is Bob Hunt (President), Paul Sganzerla (Vice President), Pam Stephenson (Secretary) and Kathy Hunt (Treasurer).

Single membership is $35 and $40 for a family, which

offers equipment access and includes a 12-month fossicking licence.

Throughout the year, members take an annual trip to Agate Creek, fossicking for agates and crystals and O'Brien's Creek, fossicking for topaz.

The clubhouse is open on Thursday and Saturday from 10.00 am to 5.00 pm. Each day costs $6, including all consumables, machinery use, and expert instruction.

Skills learned in the workshop include slabbing,

cabbing, tumbling, faceting and jewellery making.

Currently, the club has around 28 members from across the region; however, it is open to new members of all ages from 14+ years, with an adult required to accompany members aged 14 - 16 years.

For further information, please contact President Robert Hunt on 0407 633 172, or visit the Innisfail Gem Club Facebook page.

Innisfail Gem Club President Robert Hunt ran the barbecue and kept the hungry hordes fed.

One of the Gem Fest raffle prizes, a sterling silver seahorse with paua shell insert pendant.

Changing of the guard at Lions Club of Innisfail Lioness

STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARIA GIRGENTI

EARLIER this year, the Lions Club of Innisfail Lioness held their change-over dinner meeting at the Crown Hotel with over 40 members and guests.

201Q2 Membership Chairman Jo Lynes from Cairns Barrier Reef Lions Club, Zone Chairman Irene Braddick and Martin Braddick from Tully Lions Club, as well as members from Babinda, were in attendance.

Marilyn Schofield joined the club, which currently has over 25 members, as a new member.

After the induction of executive and board members for 2022 - 2023, outgoing President Marsha Nolan presented the gavel and gong to new President Christine Pascoe after five years at the helm.

2022 - 2023 committee

Immediate Past President: Marsha Nolan

Vice President: Lyn Collins

Secretary: Catherine Caltabiano

Vice Secretary: Julie Strickland

Treasurer: Lynette Stephenson

Vice Treasurer: Joanne Goes

Lion Tamer: Alison Cane

Tail Twister: Suzanne Wallis Bulletin Editor: Christine Pascoe Club Care: Heather Westcott

Lions Directors: Betty Westbury, Jill Sorenson and Rhonda Thomas

Irene Braddick presented special service pins to Innisfail Lions/Lioness members Catherine Caltabiano (40 years), Betty Westbury (40 years), Heather Westcott (40 years), Arina Bandiera (30 years) and Lynette Stephenson (20 years).

Catherine Caltabiano, Betty Westbury and Heather Westcott are three of the original charter members.

The club is actively involved in Eye Health Vision with screenings already completed at Innisfail, South Johnstone, Mena Creek and Mundoo State Schools, monthly markets coordinated by Janelle.

Spina, Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal, ANZAC Day breakfast, school cent sales and fetes, and Story Dogs.

They donate to worthy causes such as Lions Eye Health, Prostate Cancer, Kenya, Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea, Red Shield Appeal, hampers to Innisfail Youth and Family Care, fruit cakes to Innisfail Meals on Wheels, St Vincent de Paul, Innisfail Horse and Pony Club and sponsorship of Rosie the dog - Story Dogs.

The Innisfail Lioness Club chartered on March 25, 1982, had a membership of 25 and was sponsored by the Innisfail Lions Club to provide an opportunity for women to become actively involved in humanitarian service through Lionism.

In 2021, after close to 40 years of service to the community, the club became fully chartered under Lions International. It became the Lions Club of Innisfail Lioness.

In 2022, Lions Australia celebrated its 75th anniversary of service to communities.

Lions Club International is the largest service organisation, with 1.4 million members in 46,000 clubs in 206 countries worldwide. For the last 100 years has focused on five global causes of diabetes, environment, hunger, vision

and childhood cancer to make a positive difference in the lives of many.

Zone Chairman Irene Braddick (second from left) presented service badges to Heather Westcott, Catherine Caltabiano, Arina Bandiera and Lynette Stephenson. Absent: Betty Westbury.

Membership Officer Jo Lynes (left) with newly inducted member Marilyn Schofield and her sponsor Marsha Nolan (right).

Outgoing President Marsha Nolan (left) handed the gavel and gong to incoming President Christine Pascoe.

Lions Club of Innisfail Lioness executive and board members for 20222023 present on the night.

Tully Support Centre News

THE Cassowary Coast Domestic and Family Violence Service Interactive Digital Brochure video results from a partnership between QPS officers from Cairns, Mission Beach and Tully and the Tully Support Centre.

Unfortunately, the Cassowary Coast experiences high rates of DFV, and our QPS officers are usually the first responders to any DFV incident.

This video is available 24hrs a day and seeks to assist QPS officers responding to DFV situations to reassure and deescalate victim-survivors; to answer common questions and concerns held by community members – such as where and how they can access support, privacy and confidentiality; and increase referral uptake.

One of the hardest things for someone affected by DFV is to reach out for help. This video acts as a first point of contact, establishing a relationship with the very staff they will be speaking to.

The TSC can’t be there 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, but our QPS officers are. Remember, in an emergency, dial 000, and for support outside of hours, call DVConnect on 1800 811 811.

This project has improved the relationship, awareness and referral pathways between QPS officers responding to DFV in our community and the Cassowary Coast Domestic and Family Violence Service. As a result, this video is also helping improve

the safety of community members and their children affected by DFV in our community.

Since being shared, the video has been viewed more than 520 times. The feedback has been positive from QPS officers and clients. With one client who was made homeless following a DFV incident stating to staff, “I watched your video, and I think I need help”.

It is incredible how such a simple thing has such power to effect change in the lives of community members affected by DFV.

The TSC Cassowary Coast Domestic and Family Violence service supports community members affected by DFV from Babinda to Cardwell. Providing support and information, Court Support, Child and Adult Counselling services delivered by qualified and experienced staff.

If you or someone you know is affected by DFV, please contact the TSC on 40681004. You are not alone. We are here to help.

The Tully Support Centre works closely with QPS officers throughout the Cassowary coast and is proud to be a part of this pilot project.

The Tully Support Centre is funded by the Queensland Government and services communities throughout the Cassowary Coast.

The Tully Support Centre is located at 54 Bryant Street in Tully, opening hours Monday to Friday from 9 am to 1 pm & 2 pm to 4 pm; and open until 6 pm on Wednesdays.

To register your interest or more info about groups and other services, please call 40 681 004, check the Tully Support Centre online at www.tullysupportcentre. com.au or follow us on Facebook “Tully Support Centre Inc.”

Get Ready Hinchinbrook – Storm Season Is Almost Upon Us

HINCHINBROOK SHIRE COUNCIL

AS storm season is fast approaching, Council urges Hinchinbrook residents to Get Ready.

To assist with preparations, residents will be able to dispose of eligible items for free at the Warrens Hill Landfill and Resource Recovery Centre during normal operating hours on Sunday 23 October 2022 and Saturday 12 November 2022.

Hinchinbrook Shire Councillor Andrew Lancini said “I encourage residents to prepare for future weather events by disposing of damaged or unused play equipment, outdoor furniture, barbeques, old sheets of corrugated iron and branches from around your home as these items can become airborne in a storm or cyclone causing damage to houses or even serious injury”.

“Unwanted items still in a useable state can even be donated to the Warrens Hill Tip Shop where it could be offered a new life,” said Cr Lancini.

Cr Lancini continues, “Residents need to be aware that this is not a free for all dump day where anything can just be disposed of straight into the landfill. The purpose behind the program is to support clean up of items normally located outside which may become a danger during prevailing winds. Normal fees still apply for the disposal of all other items.”

Items that can be disposed of for free at Warrens Hill Landfill and Resource Recovery Centre over the two nominated days are:

• White goods;

• Outdoor furniture;

• Bicycles;

• Barbeques;

• Outdoor play equipment;

• Scrap steel;

• Green waste and timber; and

• Outdoor bricks and pavers.

Standard fees will apply for disposal of the following items:

• General household waste;

Sunshine Fruit Salad

Serves: 6

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 0 minutes

2 serves per portion

Ingredients

1 cup strawberries, roughly chopped

1 small pineapple, skin removed and chopped

½ small pawpaw, peeled and chopped

1 mango, peeled and sliced

1 tablespoon ginger, grated

2 oranges, juiced

2 passionfruits, halved and pulp removed

2 cup natural yoghurt, reduced fat

Method

COMBINE strawberries, pineapple, pawpaw and mango in a large bowl.

MIX ginger, orange juice and passionfruit pulp in a small jug and drizzle over fruit.

• Car bodies;

• Tyres;

• Mattresses; and

• Commercial and industrial waste.

If attending one of Council’s Storm Season Clean Up Disposal Days, residents need to be aware of, and adhere to, the following rules:

• Loads must be sorted prior to arrival and be placed within the correct collection bins or collection areas. Any mixed loads will be charged as general household waste;

• Tree trunks and limbs are to be no more than 1.2m long and under 400mm in diameter;

• Only items from domestic sources will be accepted free of charge; and

• Residents are only able to dispose of eligible items free of charge at the Warrens Hill Landfill and Resource Recovery Centre. Standard fees apply for any items disposed of at Halifax Resource Recovery Centre.

For anyone not wanting to brave the crowds over the two campaign days, remember that all households are entitled to four free green waste disposals per financial year. Also, Council will accept most recyclables for free at any time of the year.

More information about how to prepare for emergencies and natural disasters can be found on Council’s website, https://www.hinchinbrook.qld.gov. au/community-environment/disaster-and-emergencyinformation/ page.

SET aside in the refrigerator until cool.

SERVE with yoghurt.

Recipe courtesy of Judy Stubbs, Maleny Branch

Empowering women through education and health is a priority for the Queensland Country Women’s Association (QCWA). The QCWA Country Kitchens program, funded by the Queensland Government through Health and Wellbeing Queensland, supports Queenslanders to adopt healthier lifestyles. To find out more about the program visit https://qcwacountrykitchens.com.au/.

Empowering women through education and health is a priority for the Queensland Country Women’s Association (QCWA). The QCWA Country Kitchens program, funded by the Queensland Government through Health and Wellbeing Queensland, supports Queenslanders to adopt healthier lifestyles. To find out more about the program visit https://qcwacountrykitchens.com.au/.

Shane

Update on Port Hinchinbrook Normalisation

CASSOWARY COAST REGIONAL COUNCIL

THE normalisation of Port Hinchinbrook has progressed with Cassowary Coast Regional Council focused on several important projects across the suburb.

The broader project has seen CCRC acquire road, sewage, open space, stormwater and water assets within Port Hinchinbrook.

CCRC is working to maintain, renew and upgrade this infrastructure in line with CCRC’s current service standards across the region.

Major projects within Port Hinchinbrook, include the design and construction of the Cardwell Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) and emergency dredging of One Mile Creek.

CCRC is committed to the normalisation of Port Hinchinbrook and delivering works to a high standard for

the Cardwell community.

CCRC will ensure through the normalisation that Port Hinchinbrook reaches its full potential as the southern jewel of the Cassowary Coast.

Council has reached a significant milestone in the Cardwell Sewage Treatment Plant project with the detailed design complete and released to market seeking suitably qualified contractors to deliver this key infrastructure. CCRC anticipates considering the contract awarded in November 2022.

To provide for the operation of the new STP, CCRC applied for and submitted an Environmental in early September which is progressing towards approval.

The Environmental Authority allows Council to operate the sewage system and provide services to the Port Hinchinbrook community, whilst complying with legislative requirements.

The emergency dredging of One Mile Creek is progressing with draft agreements provided to the Liquidator for access to dredge spoil ponds and approval to operate under the existing dredging permits.

Once negotiations have been finalised, an open tender will take

place to award the project for delivery and CCRC anticipates that works will commence in early 2023.

For further information, please visit yoursay.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/ port-hinchinbrook, contact Council at 1300 763 903 or via email enquiries@ cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au.

CLASSIFIEDS

VACANT

Position Vacant Support worker

31hrs a week

About you:

• Focus on strengths based service delivery

• Desire to build the capacity of families to care for their children

• Commitment to supporting community members affected by domestic and family violence

• Strive to support individuals to make positive changes in their lives

• Willing to undergo a working with children and police check.

• Possess a relevant qualification in Community Services, Social work, Case Management, or equivalent

About us:

• Supporting our community since 1991

• Supportive environment

• Opportunities for training, development and career growth

• Salary Sacrificing benefits available

Applications close 4pm on Thursday 10th of November 2022

For an application pack please email shanegreenwood@tullysupportcentre.com.au

The Tully Support Centre is an Equal Opportunity Employer, we value diversity and are committed to providing quality services to community members in need.

Annual General Meeting

Wednesday the 23rd of November 2022

Ulysses Training Room, Tully Support Centre 54 Bryant Street, Tully QLD 4854

3:30pm: Guests arrive

4:00pm: Official Opening of Building, for the future extension

4:30pm: Refreshments

5:00pm: AGM meeting open

6:00pm: AGM meeting closes

Please RSVP by Thursday the 17th of November on 40681 004 or info@tullysupportcentre.com.au for catering purposes.

If you would like a copy of the TSC Membership form, Management Committee nomination form, or Proxy form please contact Shane on 4068 1004 or email info@tullysupportcentre.com.au completed forms must be returned by Thursday the 17th of November.

POSITION VACANT

Tully State School

Position Vacant Administration Officer

Temporary Position to June 2023 with possible extension 24 hours week

The Administration team is seeking a highly organised, motivated team mem ber who will contribute to the effective and efficient management and adminis tration of the school by providing a high level of support to the Principal/Business Manager.

The ideal applicant needs to have strong communication and interpersonal skills and be able to engage in a friendly and professional man ner with students, parents and community members.

This role will require an individual with effective time management and at tention to detail skills and be highly reliable. A high level of knowledge and experience in Accounts Payable and Microsoft Office programs. Applicant will be required to work independently and as well as part of team.

How to Apply:

• Applicants must include a maximum 2-page response outlining your skills and abilities relevant to the role. You can use the ‘your role’ section as a guide.

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history).

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Funeral Home – Chapel & Crematorium

Bronze Plaques – Funeral Bonds

Scullen Avenue Innisfail (07) 4061 6806

Butler Street, Tully (07) 4068 1188

Members of the Australian Funeral Directors Assoc. Servicing the Cassowary Coast for Three Generations

Application packages can be collected from Tully State School or requested via email admin@tullyss.eq.edu.au

Applications are to be forwarded to: Business Manager

Tully State School PO Box 573, Tully Qld 4854 admin@tullyss.eq.edu.au

Applications close Tuesday 01 November 2022 at 5.00PM.

FOR SALE

MF Tractor 188

Needs some work or good for spare parts $2000 ono Call: 0427 522 418 6am - 6pm

FOR SALE

TRITON UTE

173,000 kms, 2009 One owner.

Roadworthy & Registered New tyres. Great condition. $12,500 ONO. 0439535905.

PUBLIC NOTICE FIREWORKS DISPLAY

Ingham residents are advised that a Fireworks Display will occur in Rotary Park, Herbert St Ingham at 8pm on Sat 22 Oct 2022.

Please ensure that pets are secured before the fireworks commence.

Questions can be directed to Maraka President Kieran Volpe on 0419795189.

AGM Notice

Tully Rugby League Inc.

AGM Meeting 6.00pm, Wednesday, 2nd of November Tully Grandstand meeting room.

Following Positions required nominee Junior Registrar and Treasurer

PUBLIC NOTICE ROAD CLOSURE

Ingham residents are advised that road closures will be in place on Lannercost and Herbert Streets, Palm Terrace and surrounding streets from 3pm - 11:30pm on Sat 22 Oct 2022 for the Maraka Procession and Mardi Gras.

Detours will be in place to facilitate passage within and through Ingham.

A Traffic Management Plan can be viewed on the Ingham Maraka Festival Facebook page. Questions can be directed to Maraka President Kieran Volpe on 0419795189.

Single Vegetarian Man

Trying to find a partner who is keen to grow tropical fruits. Ph 0427493954

Or see www.treefarm.online

COUNTRY LADY AT HEART LOOKING FOR HER SOULMATE.

New to the area. Widow of 6 years. 50 years old. Open to any age. Slim build, blue-eyed blonde. Very happy natured, fun loving, honest, nurturing and caring. Very affectionate and romantic.

Looking for a man to share all these qualities with. Genuine replies only please. 0435046054 - Jacqueline.

Theresa Hurley 18/02/1940-11/09/2022

Thank You

Perhaps you sent a lovely card

Or sat with us in a chair

Perhaps you sent a floral piece

If so; we saw it there

Perhaps you cooked us a meal twiceThat was so nice

Perhaps you spoke the kindest words

That any friend could say

Perhaps you were not there at all

But just thought of us one day

Whatever you did to console our hearts

We thank you so much whatever the part.

Woody and Theresa’s families, wouldlike to sincerely thank you forYour presence at her beautiful Massand service and for the continued support and comfort givenat this time.

Special thanks to Father ShilbinKurian your homily, so faithfullyAnd heartfelt spoken

To the Nowak Family and staff of theMajestic Café and InghamBowls Club, a huge thank you

FOREVER GRATEFUL

TGH Ingham@thatgypsyhouse

SRA celebrates the International Day for Rural Women

SUGAR RESEARCH AUSTRALIA

THIS Saturday, October 15, is the United Nations' International Day for Rural Women, recognising rural women's invaluable contribution to the development of agriculture worldwide.

SRA celebrates the contribution of our own female researchers and scientists, including SRA Principal Agronomist Dr Danielle Skocaj.

Danielle (pictured below) grew up on the family sugarcane farm in the Tully region, the eldest of three children.

She is the third generation living with her husband, David, in the original farmhouse on the property.

The farm has expanded over the years and today produces about 10,000 tonnes of cane.

Danielle and her siblings enjoyed helping out on the farm growing up but were never forced to do so.

"I don't think I was treated any differently, just because I was a girl," Danielle said.

The family has always placed a very high value on education.

"My grandparents and parents encouraged and supported us to gain a trade or university qualification, believing these skills would benefit future farming endeavours and would be something to fall back on if we were interested in becoming farmers," Danielle said.

Danielle's interest in agriculture started at an early age when she spent a lot of time on the farm with her father.

In high school, this developed into a strong passion for agriculture and accounting.

She was fortunate to have a very dedicated agricultural science teacher at Tully State High School (Warren Giffin) who helped show her she was best suited to a career in agriculture.

She settled on studying for a Bachelor of Agricultural Science, specialising in Rural Technology at UQ Gatton.

After graduating from the University of Queensland in December 2004, Danielle started working for the SRA predecessor organisation, BSES Limited, based in the Burdekin.

"There I began work on an extension program helping growers identify productivity constraints and developing action plans to overcome these constraints

before I transferred to SRA Tully," Danielle said.

She has since contributed to the ongoing improvement and refinement of SIX EASY STEPS®, a comprehensive, integrated, science-based nutrient management program developed by and for the sugar industry.

She also completed a PhD through James Cook University in Townsville.

Today, living and working in Tully, she enjoys the various tasks performed as an Agronomist at SRA and interacting with different industry stakeholders.

"I get a lot of satisfaction from helping famers to improve their knowledge and understanding, or to implement a practice change. I am also continually learning and developing new skills through my interactions with farmers," Danielle said.

"Being a local with on-farm practical experience definitely has its advantages, and I believe this has allowed me to develop a well-grounded understanding of the industry, its challenges, opportunities and end-user requirements, including the need to deliver tangible and practical outcomes.

"I strive to build successful working relationships based on mutual respect, trust and dedicated follow up."

Danielle continues to be very hands-on in the dayto-day operations of the family farm and even more so since she and David began living on the farm. Unsurprisingly, Danielle is responsible for nutrient management planning but is also competent in performing other on-farm operations.

"Being involved on the farm has provided me with an innate appreciation of the day-to-day decisions and challenges growers face because the best laid plans rarely fall exactly into place. It has also fostered my ability to think critically, adapt on the run, seek out practical solutions and act responsibly."

Danielle doesn't think gender affects the ability of women to own and operate their own farms in Australia, although raising the capital to purchase land and equipment is a challenge for most young farmers entering into agriculture, regardless of gender.

She has also witnessed firsthand the steady increase in the number of females working across all sectors of the sugar industry, especially in trades and apprenticeships, extension and agronomy.

"If David and I were to purchase a farm, I would continue to maintain my professional career as I find it

Wilmar Crushing Update

Tuesday, October 18, 2022

WE have revised our total crop estimate upwards, due to in-season growth in the Herbert and Proserpine regions.

The total estimate for the Wilmar

group of mills is now 16.28M tonnes –an increase of 230,000 tonnes or 1.43 per cent on the previous forecast.

We have now processed a total of 10.80M tonnes of sugarcane, or 66.33 per cent of the total re-estimated crop.

Rain continues to have a major impact

both challenging and rewarding," Danielle said.

"I enjoy participating in projects designed to improve the economic and environmental sustainability of the sugarcane industry, working alongside others who also have the best interests of the industry at heart and where possible incorporating project outputs on the family farm."

on harvesting and crushing operations, particularly in the Herbert and Plane Creek regions.

With more rain forecast, it is critical that all sectors of the industry continue to work together to get the remaining crop off.

HERBERT

• The Herbert crop has been revised

upwards from 4.7M tonnes to 4.85M tonnes – an increase of 3.2 per cent.

• Four months of above-average rainfall has created significant cane supply challenges, and wet weather has been the major cause of lost time this season.

• We currently expect to finish the season in late December

Dr Danielle Skocaj stands in a legume crop growing on SRA Tully station.

Constantly innovating to meet community expectations

OWEN MENKENS, CANEGROWERS CHAIRMAN

AUSTRALIANS have long supported, and in many cases have been willing to pay a premium for, Australian-made agricultural products.

Whether it’s meat, fruit, vegetables or sugar, Aussies love to know where their food is grown and support local farmers.

But imagine picking up a bag of sugar at your local supermarket and knowing not just that it was Australian made, but what region it came from, what refinery it was processed at, where the raw sugar was stored, what mill the sugarcane was crushed at, and even the farm and paddock where the cane was grown.

This may be a little too much information for most people. Still, consumers increasingly want reassurance that their products have been sustainably produced.

In order to meet this growing demand from customers, large sugar buyers such as Coca-Cola, Nestle, and even supermarkets like

Coles and Woolworths are insisting that the sugar used in their products meets sustainability criteria around farming practices, environmental issues, and workforce conditions.

The onus is on the industry to ensure we meet these requirements to remain competitive in these markets.

For this reason, CANEGROWERS has been working hard to ensure Queensland’s sugar industry is recognised as one of the world’s top suppliers of sustainably produced sugar.

Working with farmers, mills, bulk storage facilities, refineries and sugar buyers, we have developed a blockchain platform to track sugar from paddock to packet.

Using the industry-led best management practice program, Smartcane BMP, as the benchmark for sustainability, sugarcane grown on accredited farms can be followed right through the supply chain to the point of sale, giving buyers confidence that the Australian sugar they are consuming has been sustainably produced.

This is just one of the many ways the Queensland sugar industry and CANEGROWERS are embracing new technologies and innovation to ensure we remain competitive and support our growers and the communities we support.

Rain on the horizon

It looks like the rain that the Bureau of Meteorology has been warning us about may soon arrive, potentially disrupting the rest of the harvest season.

Unfortunately, there is a genuine possibility that some growers will not be able to harvest all of their cane and will be left with standover cane in the paddock.

This will impact grower income not just for 2022 but also for the next one or two seasons.

It will be of particular concern to growers who have forward-priced their cane and are now concerned they may not be able to meet their pricing commitments.

I would urge any growers in this situation to contact their marketer as soon as possible. There are mechanisms in place that can help mitigate the impact of any shortfall.

Golf News SPORT

Stableford October 15, 2022:

Winner: Todd Cockburn (35 points)

R/UP: Brian Scanlon (34 points C/B)

Ingham Golf Club

UPCOMING events:

October 22 – Single Stroke

Oct 23 - Players Championship

Rnd 7

Oct 29 – Single Vs Par

Oct 30 – Hotel Hinchinbrook

October Monthly Medal Nov 19 – Corona Cup and Ingham Golf Club Presentation Night

Nov 26 – Lionel and Trish Fuller

Family Golf Day News:

Around the course and clubhouse.

We have had a couple of massive weeks up at the club and we’d like to thank everyone involved in both weekends. We have had great support getting the course in fantastic condition, working behind the bar, cooking away in the kitchen and organising the event, your time and efforts are greatly appreciated.

A & B Grade Pennants:

Over the October long weekend Ingham was fortunate to hold the Division 4 A grade and Division 3 B Grade Stroke

Pennants events. The club put forward a team in each division and a well done to all players who represented the club. At the end of the weekend, we had some great results with Ingham A Grade winning Division 4 with a dominant performance whilst B Grade narrowly went down on the Monday morning to finish second to Mackay in B Grade. Pennants was a great weekend for all involved and was a fantastic weekend for the club, thank you to all those involved in making it a success.

A special mention must also go to the business’s which sponsored both the A and B Grade Sides. Our club is fortunate to have great sponsors who keep providing us assistance for several events through the year a thank you to Hotel Hinchinbrook, Timrith Transport, Hip Pocket Workwear, Tropic Petroleum and Bricks & Penny’s café.

For those still alive in the singles or pairs match play please continue to get through your games to ensure we finish these by presentation night.

Results: Saturday Competition Single

R/Down: Sam Scuderi (34 C/B), Ian Cotter (34)

Sunday Cosca Pairs Championship (16/10/22)

Winners: Lachlan Tennent & Scott Costabeber (79 points)

R/UP: Darren Tennent & Sam Scuderi (73 points)

R/Down: Adrian Chinotti & Brendon Vella (72 points)

Women’s Competition October 12, 2022:

It was great to see so many players on Wednesday for the final Monthly Medal competition for the year. The course was in great condition and our thanks go to the dedicated volunteers who look after it so well.

We would like to thank Marty Smith from the Hotel Hinchinbrook for his generous support in sponsoring our Monthly Medal Competitions through the year.

Results from Wednesday were as follows:

Winner: Julie Reed (73 nett)

Runner Up: Sue Cameron (75 nett)

Pinshots: Longest Putt #1/15: Julie Reed Last shot #2/16: Deb Giles

Wilmar Sugar: in the Community

WE’RE proud to be long-term sponsors of the Ingham Maraka Festival and Home Hill Harvest Festival

Our Herbert Work Execution Manager Scott Costabeber represented us at the Wilmar Cocktail Night on Saturday, and had the honour of presenting the five Maraka Queen entrants with their sashes. He is pictured above with 2021 Maraka Queen Karli Casanovas (left) and 2022 Queen entrant Kaiti-Rae Beatts (centre).

The Maraka Festival finishes this weekend with the Queen crowning, mardi gras and procession.

Home Hill Harvest Festival events are being held over the coming weeks, culminating with the grand parade and street party on 5 November.

2nd shot #12: Julie Reed

Kim Moore was the Alternate Qualifier for this medal. The Medal of Medals is scheduled to be played on October 26 and is a Stroke event. Everyone can play in the competition that day (our final competition day for the year), but those eligible to win the Medal of Medals are listed below.

Players eligible for Medal of Medals 2022: Deb Giles Lee Irvine Julie Reed Kim Moore

Eva Milgate Ruth Saint

Bruna Quadrio

Next week’s game, October 19:

Next Wednesday is the Antionette and Nilo Martin trophy day. It is a Stableford event. I Hope the weather stays fine and we’ll see you next week.

Tropical Coast District Veteran Golfers

THIS week’s game October 18, 2022 was a single Stapleford event played in fine weather at the Tully Golf Club. Many thanks to the organisers, ground, and catering staff at the

Tully Golf Club Results:Men:

Winner: Jim Boston (Tully) 35 points

Runner Up: Mike Fluerty (Ingham) 34 points

Top of the Rundown: Roy Favier (Tully) 31 points C/B)

Rundown: Mike Ellicott (Tully) 31, Walter Miller (ElArish) 30, Steve Wells (Tully) 28 Pinshots:

NTP 1st shot #2/11: Jim Boston

NTP 1st shot #7/16: Mick Fluerty

Women:

Winner: Kass Marshall (Cardwell) 35 points

Runner Up: Kitty Langford (Cardwell) 33 points C/B

Top of the Rundown: Betty Favier (Tully) 33

Rundown: Bev Cowe (Cardwell) 29, Deb Giles (Ingham) 28

Pinshots:

NTP 2nd shot #2/11: Deb Giles

NTP 2nd shot #7/16: Kitty Langford

Next week’s game (25/10/22) will be played at Rowes Bay in Townsville and is a single stableford event. Please let Sue Cameron know as soon as possible if you will be playing. Be there at 8.30 for a 9am start.

Golf News

Innisfail Golf Club

ON Sunday, October 2, Innisfail hosted the FNQ Women’s Champion of Champions.

Two of Innisfail’s Ladies Club Champions competed against the other Ladies Club Champions from the FNQ region.

Addi Butorac took out the A-Grade, Senior Championships and Overall Champion of Champions, whilst Cindy

Cockle won the C-Grade Ladies Champion.

The FNQGA Pennants season is underway. In Round 2, the Innisfail teams travelled to Gordonvale and faced a formidable opponent in Atherton Golf Club.

Innisfail’s A-Grade team got up, with Andrew Rose, Trent Mann and Paul Tattam having wins and Al and Colin Bidgood were close to closing the game out.

The B-Grade team went down 1/4, with Ryan Thwaite our only win, whilst the C-Grade team went down 1/4, with Bryce Hoad notching up the club’s only win.

Last weekend, Innisfail travelled to Halfmoon Bay Golf Club for Round 3 and faced Cairns Golf Club, another tough opponent.

A fantastic three days for the fifth annual Mark Walker Memorial Golf weekend with perfect weather and course conditions at Innisfail Golf Club.

Each day, players of all ages and skill levels from around the Far North participated.

Juniors - September 30

18 Holes

1st: Robert Close

2nd: Stephen Close

13-Holes

1st: Ryan Gattera

9-Holes Novice

1st: Keean Greven

2nd: Matthew Comino

9-Holes Modified

1st: Millie Wilson

Beginners

1st: Archie Walker

4BBB Stableford - October 1

1st: Daniel Horton and Justin Walker 47pts

2nd: James Scullen and Norm Stewart 44pts

3rd: Trevor Ruddick and John Hudson 43pts

3-Ball Ambrose - October 2

1st: Mele Boys

2nd: Josh and The Backpacks

IGC Rules & Etiquette

September’s winner: Marc Di Carlo

This week’s Quiz

During the Monthly Medal, Scott’s ball lies in a penalty area. When taking backon-the-line relief, Scott may choose to drop his ball in the bunker.

around the region.

Upcoming Events

Wednesday All Sporters competitionfrom 12.00 pm and 3.00 pm

Friday Sporters competition - from 12.00 pm and 2.00 pm - online bookings

El Arish Golf

RESULTS for our competition games last week are as follows:

Tuesday 15: - Garry Strawbridge won our S’ford comp with Frank Tomasino r/up - NTP #4/13 All-In taken by Paul Marland - the Ladies NTP #5/14 [taken by our lovely visitor from Port Douglas] Pauline Whitehouse, with the Approach Shot on #8/17 - Gavin Camilleri.

Thursday 13 Sporters: played the 1st 9 Stroke with the following rundown of results: -

Winner:

Wayne Kimberly 30 - Frank Tomasino r/up on a c/back to Fran Lomas, both with 31. Least Putts taken by Wayne Bolton with 11.NTP’s - #1 Gavin Camilleri [who also took the Approach on #9]- #2 Mark Mitchell - #3 Jake Perkins - #4 Tony Gray - the Approach #7 Fran Lomas.

All the winners thank A&S Auto for their sponsorship on the day.

Addi Butorac, winner of A-Grade, Senior Championships and Overall Champion of Champions and Cindy Cockle, C-Grade Ladies Champion in the FNQ Women’s Champion of Champions.

A special thank you to event sponsors QUBE, Col’s Vinyl & Canvas Goods, Survivor Golf Series and BCF, along with the crew at Innisfail Golf Club, Justin Walker and his family.

Mark Walker Memorial results:

True or False?

Wednesday All Sporters

Results

1st: Ned Jacobsen 24pts

2nd: Luke Peters 22pts

3rd: Craig Alman 21pts

NTP - Ryan Thwaite

Ian McDonald got the rub of the greens and played a great round to seal the deal in Friday’s 9-hole competition on

Results

1st: Ian McDonald 21pts

2nd: Geoff Johnston 19 pts

3rd: Scott Nuttall 18pts

NTP - Ryan Thwaite

Innisfail hosted the opening round of the Australian Indigenous and First Nation (AIFN) golf tournaments, which had an excellent field for the two-Ball Ambrose event.

The day was split up into two competitions for AIFN players and members.

Addi Butorac and Ryan Thwaite put in a fantastic back nine of three under to shoot par and claim third place.

Geoff Johnston and Ian Street combined well to shoot one over and steal second place by 0.5 of a shot.

However, the day round went to Trent Mann and Paul Tattam with a Survivor Golf-like round of seven under par.

Results

1st: Trent Mann/Paul Tattam 60.75 Nett

2nd: Geoff Johnston/Ian Street 65 Nett

3rd: Addi Butorac/Ryan Thwaite 65.5 Nett

Last weekend, junior golf took place at the Cairns Golf Club for the rescheduled Cairns Junior Open.

Please visit the Innisfail Golf Club Facebook page to keep up with golf

We then had a very successful/ competitive weekend of golf playing our 4BBB S’ford Southern Classic. The early tee offs suited all players/results as follows:-

Saturday 15 Winners:

Scott Welsh/Hipas Donald with 45 - R/Up on a c/back: Gavin Camilleri/ Paul Topper 43 - 3rd Michael Morgan/ Lindsay Perkins 43. The pins were AllIn with the following winners: #2/11 Troy Kopp/Kelly Cavallaro - #4/13 Gavin Camilleri/Paul Topper - #5/14 Dave Wylie/Harry Spiegler - #6/15 Troy Kopp/ Kelly Cavallaro.

Sunday 16 Winners:

Liz Marland/Garry Strawbridge [on a c/back] 42 - R/UP Gavin Camilleri/ Paul Topper 42 - 3rd Troy Kopp/Kelly Cavallaro 41.NTP’s: #2/11 Michael Morgan/Lindsay Perkins - #4/13 Gavin Camilleri/Paul Topper - #5/14 Gary Thompson/Paul Marland.

Following are the close countback results for the All Over 36 Hole Winners: -

1st: Gavin Camilleri/Paul Topper [on a c/back] 85 pts

2nd: Scott Welsh/Hipas Donald 85 pts

3rd: Troy Kopp/Kelly Cavallaro [also on a c/back] 83 pts

4th: Michael Morgan/Lindsay Perkins 83 pts

5th: Jake Jones/M. Barclay 81 pts

6th: Liz Marland/Garry Strawbridge 79 pts

All our winners and the Club thank Kitchen Essentials and Cav’s Marine/ Tully for the very generous sponsorship each year for one of our most important events in our yearly calendar. We also thank all those players that travelled to support this great day with us - players from Townsville/Cardwell/Tully/Innisfail/ Gordonvale/Cairns.

This Sat 22 is a 2 Ball Ambrose sponsored by Mitre10 Tully and Mission Beach.

Times: 12.00 Rego - 12.15 Draw12.30 Tee Off.

Golfers who participated in the fifth annual Mark Walker Memorial event from September 30 - October 2 at Innisfail Golf Club.

Steve Walker (left) with Mark Walker Memorial 4BBB Stableford winners, Daniel Horton and Justin Walker.

Steve and Justin Walker (right) with the Mark Walker Memorial winning 3-Ball Ambrose team, Mele Boys.

Bowls News

Innisfail Men’s Bowls

LAST Thursday’s social game winners were Bob Chaplain, Ian Revie, Ted Pearce and Tim Kerrigan.

In Club Triples, the team of Jim Martinod, Michael Roots and Mal Clifford defeated Graeme Anderson, Steve Howe and John Kremastos by one shot and advanced to the final against Doug Juhas, George Edgerton and Sam Pagano.

The Cassowary Coast Carnival of Bowls is this weekend at Innisfail, and South Johnstone Clubs with 30 teams involved, so come down and watch a great bowls display.

On October 15 - 16, local lawn bowlers participated in the annual Classic Fours hosted by Mossman Bowls Club.

Sixty-four players, 16 teams of four each, played five games of 18 ends (or 2.5 hours each), with three games on Saturday and two on Sunday.

The overall winners were team Deegan, made up of Wayne Petrohilos, Bernie Wolland, David Sprout and Kevin Deegan (South Johnstone).

Team Cribbin, made up of Alf Siliato (Innisfail), Dennis Skinner, Andrew Hanson, and Ben Cribbin, finished in second place, with team Taylor - Wayne Hewitt, Max Smith, Rob Wilson and Mal Taylor in third.

highest spin of the wheel was:

H Castorina, L Perhouse & P Dickerson drew with K Brehaut, M Girgenti & D Chappell

D Gosney, R Fascetti, M Moore & A Di Bella defeated J Johnson, M Cole, L Di Bella & J Piotto 15 - 8

Men's Pairs results for October 14:

Prize winning team G Brierley & I Muldowney defeated J Eddleston & S Richards 20 - 10

T George & P Herman lost to J Hamlyn & T Koop 22 - 25

R Cantatore & A Cole deaeated A Torielli & P Kite 19 - 10

Mixed Social bowls results for Bring a Friend and Come and Try Lawn Bowls on Sunday the 16th of October:

Prize winning team was:

M Cole, J Holmes & E Cantatore defeated D Vardanega, M Moore & E Piotto 27 - 9 (19 points to 5)

J Archer, G Brierley & S Richards defeated G Blummer, P Reyland & S Ryan 26 - 7 (19 points to 5)

P Johnson, M Bube & A Cole defeated J Johnson, G Cockrell & T Koop 23 - 13 (18 points to 6)

Mark Thompson, Max Thompson & P Miguel drew with M Waltors, L Di Bella & J Eddleston 15 - (12 points each)

T Archer, A Foti & P Herman defeated E Archer, B Eddleston & C Johnson 2013 (17 points to 8)

G Vardanega, T Pallanza & J Piotto defeated D Gosney, D Horsley & J Hamlyn 20 - 11 (17 points to 7)

Bowls Games that will be played at our club this week:

Call 47762117 to have your name put down for any of the games.

Barefoot Bowls played every Thursday between 6 pm – 8 pm

up Matt Lock & Darryl Jensen.

Big thankyou to Neil & Ross from Boulders Tavern, George & Joan from Bramston Beach for organising players for social bowls days.

Social bowls on Sunday, October 23 winners were:

Wyatt & Natasha, runner-up Brett, Joan & Luke.

Names in by 1 for 1.30 pm start on Thursday and Sunday.

The Babinda Men’s 4’s bowls day will now be held on Sunday, October 30, after rain postponed this day on August 28. This day is again sponsored by Norweld Australia. Nominate your team.

The Babinda ‘5 a side’ Medley Bowls Day, sponsored by Babinda Community Bank, will be held on Sunday, November 13.

Ingham Ladies Bowls

THE semi-finals of the Ladies Rinks were played Wednesday, October 19.

A. Barron, M. Moore, G. Cockrell, N. Evans defeated D. Gosney, Y. Roberts, J. Fenoglio, E. Piotto.

R. Doherty, W. Coe, L. DiBella, L. Melvin 26 v J. Johnson, B. Eddleston, A. Rutherford, P. Miguel 14. Social Pairs: A. Foti, J. Casanovas 25 v D. Tomba, S. Ryan 10.

Finals of the rinks will be played next week. Social, all welcome. Sandy

Tully Bowls

WEDNESDAY, October 12:

Gavin and Toni Buick, Joan Mercer, Pam Staier, Val Zamora had a very enjoyable afternoon of bowls at Marlin Coast Bowls Club.

We played 2 Games of 10 ends. Pam Staier was in the winning team and Val Zamora’s Team was runner up.

After the game we enjoyed a beautiful afternoon tea. Thanks Marlin Coast for a very friendly and enjoyable day.

Thursday, October 13:

book for a function, please ring Judy on 0427669094.

We are always looking for new players so if you are interested in joining us, please ring the club on 40681230 or just call in to see us.

Coaching is available at the club.

Silkwood Bowls

WEDNESDAY, October 19:

With two games of pairs played. Team Delmo Tarditi & Mirella Berryman/Tony Cates were defeated by Alan Hudson/ Barry Green & Neil Lawrence with the score 32 to 18.

Team Rex Williams & Rob Newell defeated Lee-ann Mayell & Tim Wallis 27 to 20.

Sunday, October 16:

Was our Annual Mixed Triple Competition which seen bowlers traveling from Tablelands, Cairns, Innisfail, Sth Johnstone & Townsville to participate. The winning team was Judy Rick, Glennis Buttigieg & Eddie Rick with 2 wins + 17. In second place was Delmo Tarditi, Jean Messina & Alan Hudson with 2 wins + 16. In third place was Kevin Foord, Michael Hooker & Louise Hoskins with 2 wins + 8. Congratulations to all the winners.

Our social days are Wednesday & Sundays with sign in at 1 pm for a 1.30 pm start.

Due to unforeseen changes which may occur with our social days due to competitions and weather we encourage you to contact the club on the number below for all enquires.

All locals & visitors welcome.

For all enquires contact the club on 0475759808.

Mossman Classic Fours second place team - Alf Siliato (Innisfail), Ben Cribbin, Andrew Hanson and Dennis Skinner. Photo: David White - Mossman Bowls Club.

Names in by 5:30 pm

Men's Pairs played every Friday at 2:15 pm

Names in by 1:45 pm

T Pallanza on pairs duty for Oct 21.

Mixed Social Bowls on Sunday's at 1:30 pm

Names in by 12:30 pm

Rosters for Oct 23-

Bar Roster: C Johnson

Social Selector: R Cantatore

Innisfail Ladies Bowls

THE final of the Innisfail Ladies Three Bowls Pairs took place on Wednesday.

10 Bowlers enjoyed evening bowls. Leno Ceccato/Robbie Milini 5 v Ray Downing/Jason Harrop 32, Joanne Townsend/Pauline Edwards/ Ryan Milinl 24 v Judy Hood,Joan Mercer/ Rita Hudson/Carmen Milini 6. Sunday, October 16:

20 Bowlers enjoyed 2 Games of 10 ends.

Team1 Judy Hood/Toni Buick 11 v Team 2 Gavin Buick/Avis Ray/Bev Harrop 17

Team 3 Peter Smith/Pam Staier 12 v Team 4 Des Roberts/Joan Mercer 3

1st Place from the right Eddie Rick, Judy Rick, Glennis Buttigieg. Silkwood Bowls Club President Lee-ann Mayell

Mossman Classic Fours winnersDavid Sprout, Wayne Petrohilos, Kevin Deegan (South Johnstone) and Bernie Wolland. Photo: David White - Mossman Bowls Club.

Ingham Bowls

COME and Try Day playing lawn bowls was a great day, fun was had by all learning to bowl. We are hope you enjoyed the afternoon and will join us again one day.

Barefoot bowls results for October 13: Prize winning team with a draw and the

Eileen Hamann and Dell Steve were victorious over Maisie Smith and Dian Catelan 20 - 14.

In social bowls, Sue Morrison, Diana O’Brien and Catarina Cook defeated Louise Hoskins, Bev Anderson and Joan Atkinson 15 - 13.

Daphne Kirkman, Dianne Wheeler and Jan Edgerton defeated Lyn Stevenson, Ann Rule and Jan Dunn 22 - 10.

Babinda Bowls

SOCIAL bowls on Thursday, October 13 winners were:

Ron Dewis & Dan McCullock, runner-

Team 5 John Taylor/Jason Harrrop/ Betty Cochrane 21 v Team 6 Robyn Brunello/Mary Bacic/Phillip Holmes 5 Team 7 Leno Ceccato/Pauline Edwards/Rita Hudson 11 v Team 8 Ray Downing/ Lou Brunello/Manda Holmes 10

After Smoko Team 1 (5) v Team 4 (11). Team 2 (6) v Team 3 (16), Team 5 (8). V Team 7 (7). Team 6 (7) v Team 8 (12)

Winning Team Peter Smith/ Pam Staier. Runner up John Taylor/Jason Harrop/Betty Cochrane, Players enjoyed a social drink after the game.

Tully Bowls Club facilities are available for hire. If you would like to

2nd Place form the right Jean Messina, Delmo Tarditi and Alan Hudson (unavailable for photo). Silkwood Bowls Club President Lee-ann Mayell.

3rd Place from the right Kevin Foord, Michael Hooker & Louise Hoskins.

Shane

Muriata

OK, Ok, so I went a little overboard with the knocking down of certain players in last week's column. I want to say they deserved it, but all it was was me radiating my jealousy to the universe. On a serious note, I still don't rate Lui.

Anyway, if the previous week was about dislike, this week will all be about love. Yes, ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, this week I will tell you the players I really love, like I love Jessica Mauboy, KFC and Star Wars.

First on uncle Shane's love list is none other than Matthew Johns, aka Reg Regan. He was such a talented player in his day, but no one really remembers that more than his alter ego, Reggie boy.

His stunts on the footy became legendary, and he

was the original gangster before Beau knew anything.

At number 4 was none other than my good mate and long-time legend, Adrian Durighello. Football was my life in my twenties, and Duro was footy. He lived and breathed it, loved every minute, and ensured every player had a blast. Still, the only player to miss a conversion from right in front.

Number 3 was none other than Allan Langer. He was short, slow, and loved a beer, pretty much like me, so it was no surprise that he was the player I wanted to be. The only problem was he played for Qld and Australia, whereas yours truly barely started in Reggie's.

At number 2 was none other than big Willie Mason. I know he played for the Blue team of NSW, and we usually hate those guys, but big Willie was just a loveable character. What set him apart was that we couldn't hate the guy. Well, he had this big afro that everyone loved.

And without further ado, my number one favourite player is none other than the Mayor of El Arish, Big Wal DiMauro. He was funny, fast, and hit like a freight train, but big and cuddly when you got to know the bloke. A true character of North Qld Rugby League and a bloke you can always say without any hesitation. We love

you, Big Wal.

Now to the Rugby League World Cup, the Aussies flexed their muscles with a commanding victory over Fijian Bati. The awesome Mate Tonga team got a close call against the PNG Kumals in a game for the ages. New Zealand barely survived against the Cedars of Lebanon, which has me thinking that the Kiwis will not make the final 8.

I just can't see them getting far without our man Shaun Johnson. Please prove me wrong, anyone.

It was good to see Tully boy Jack Campo perform at the highest level in a five-star show. Keep up the great work, Jack.

Now, what can I say about the Samoan team? What an absolute joke of a performance. With six current NRL premiers amongst their ranks, they looked more like the Care Bears on grape juice. Maybe the England team is legit this time, and I hope so cause that game was worse than a game of marbles in year 3.

Readers, please make sure you keep me posted on any footy news.

Enjoy the weekend.

Local athletes push their limits at Boot Camp Games

MARIA GIRGENTI

IN August, thirty-six local competitors put their skills to the test in the extraordinarily successful second bi-annual Booty Games, an in-house boot camp competition in Innisfail.

The competition was extremely tight all day, with two teams tied all day, resulting in a thrilling and nail-biting sprint tiebreaker with only a second separating both teams.

All the competitors put in 100% effort, had some tough WODs and smashed it.

It is always an outstanding and inspirational day highlighting incredible fitness, strength, camaraderie, passion and determination.

These events promote personal development, good vibes and stronger bonds.

Event coordinator and coach Sharelle Rowe said she could not be prouder of this group of fit, inspirational and supportive athletes.

“I love these days as it allows people to push themselves to their limits and achieve things, they never thought possible.”

Results:

The winning Bluetiful Booties team: Louise Ravenscroft, Kim Brown, Rachel Hass and Alex Robinson.

The Keto Crew team: Sharelle Rowe, Todd Landouw, Heidi Wiber and Rikki Merrin finished second.

Third placed team - The Bod Squad: Katharine Aquilina, Leah Bailey, Katrina Cini and Josiah Henaway.

Athletes who participated in the bi-annual Boot Camp Games competition in Innisfail.

and NOWThen QRL History Committee

WHEN Qld forward Lindsay Collins was selected for the current Australian world cup squad, he emulated the efforts of his Grandfather, former Innisfail, Qld, NSW and Australian player Lionel Williamson.

Like Lindsay, Australia first selected Lionel in a world cup squad.

The year was 1968, and the world cup that year was played in Australia. Lionel made the Australian side from Innisfail.

Lionel started playing rugby league while boarding at Abergowrie College. After finishing school, he spent two years studying for the priesthood in a Brisbane seminary where he learnt Latin.

After coming home to Innisfail, he worked at South Johnstone mill and played for Brothers in the Innisfail competition.

A hard-running, powerful winger, he was soon noticed by selectors for rep footy. By 1964 he had made the NQ and QLD side to play NSW, then the game took him on a huge adventure, with an offer to join Halifax in the UK. Lionel spent half of the 1965 season with Halifax before linking up with Bradford Northern.

Returning to Australia for the 1967 season, he resumed working at the mill, playing local league, and made the NQ and Qld sides again.

The following year his representative career hit new heights. After playing for NQ and Queensland, he was selected in the 1968 Australian world cup squad along with fellow resident Queenslanders Brian Fitzsimmons (Cairns) and Dennis Mantiet (Brisbane Brothers).

His debut in the green and gold jersey was memorable, scoring two tries against France at Lang

Park on June 8, 1968.

Inevitably southern clubs came calling, and he eventually moved to Sydney to join Canterbury. Still, a transfer wrangle meant he ended up at the Newtown club, where he enjoyed a long career.

From Newtown, Lionel’s Australian career continued with selection in the 1970 world cup, the 1971 tour of NZ, the 1973 kangaroo tour and a final game in the green and gold in the third match of the 1974 series against England.

Lionel and his brothers all played the game, and in one interstate match in 1971, he had to play for NSW against his brother Henry who was playing for Qld!

Henry played in Townsville that year but also spent some time with the Newtown club, and another brother Max played one season for Parramatta. Max and Henry later joined the Brisbane Wests club, from where they won the 1975 Brisbane rugby league premiership and Henry’s son Luke also played plenty of rugby league in the 1990s and 2000s with the Adelaide Rams, Canberra Raiders, and Manly and in the UK before retiring in 2010.

The Williamson family have given much to rugby league, and the legacy of wearing the maroon and green and gold jersey continues through Lindsay Collins!

Trio of local junior soccer players in the championshipwinning team at Gold Coast tournament

MARIA GIRGENTI

LAST month, a trio of Cassowary Coast junior soccer players featured in the victorious Under 8 JGFA team at the prestigious Gold Coast Premier Invitational tournament, played at Magic United Football Club, Carrara.

Tommy Christopher, Lucas Tanti and Kody D'Durso represented JGFA in the Jamie Gosling Football Academy Under 8 Boys' team, who, after nine games, finished undefeated, and with a 1 - 0 grand final win, finished as League champions, out of 24 teams made up of NPL and sides and top academies.

The champion Under 8 team, coached by Sander Muskee, featured three from the Cassowary Coast, as well as Archie Hutley, Blake Robson, Awstin Jennings, Tommy Pigden, Ahmet Turkmen and Braxton Hopper from Cairns, who played high-level football over three days.

This biggest competition in Australia, endorsed by Football Queensland, featured over 500 teams from Australia and New Zealand clubs.

An invitation for junior soccer players aged 5 to 15 years in the Cassowary Coast, who want to take their game to the next level, to attend trials in Innisfail on Sunday, October 30, for the Jamie Gosling Football Academy Elite Football League competition.

In 2022, around 50 - 60 Cassowary Coast juniors aged six to thirteen participated in the EFL competition. Over 60 players (20 Cassowary Coast) represented JGFA in the Gold Coast Premier Invitational in six teams from Under 8 - 16.

The aim of the trials is for players to gain selection and represent JGFA as Cassowary Coast in EFL representative teams for the 2023 season to complement their club football.

JGFA will select the most advanced players in the area to train weekly (in Innisfail) and participate in six meetings (three games per meeting) in the Cassowary Coast, Cairns and Townsville.

These trials run from 4.00 pm to 5.30 pm at Castor Park, Mourilyan.

EFL is a high-performance competition for advanced players to play with and against others with similar abilities and mindsets, which means more challenging and rewarding games and an opportunity to develop a

more mature 'football brain'.

The competition features Golden Boot, MVP, League and grand final winner awards.

EFL is open to other academies and clubs from Cairns and surrounding areas. They can compete against JGFA teams in age groups ranging from 5 - 15 years.

Players can register online at jgfa.com.au/elitefootball-league/.

Lionel Williamson, in the 1968 Australian World cup squad, right-hand side, back row.

Coach Sander Muskee and the Under 8 JGFA team after winning the championship on the Gold Coast.

Over 1,000 pest fish reeled in at the Tilapia tournament

MARIA GIRGENTI

THIS year's annual Tilapia Tournament at Warrina Lakes was another resounding success, with 350 fishing fanatics casting lines in and well over 1,000 Tilapia caught, then recycled into compost and used as fertiliser at Johnstone River Community Garden.

The week-long event, which took place from September 19 - 24, during the first week of the school holidays, proved a popular pastime activity for families and children at home.

On the first day, Blakeley Perkins, from the Under 5s age group, won the daily draw.

Twenty-six prizes were awarded, including daily bonus and category prizes of fishing gear, camping chairs, and the two major awards for the biggest fish and most fish caught overall.

Tilapia, known as the 'cane toad of our waterways,' are a declared noxious fish, which are such a pest and a biohazard,

from the point of view of them spreading further around the region.

Tilapia, an introduced ornamental fish in the 1960s, have adapted exceptionally well to our waterways.

These fish are hardy and very tolerant of poor water quality, pollution, low oxygen levels and all sorts of water temperatures. They are successful breeders that can exist in extremely high populations.

These declared noxious fish threaten native fish stocks and the environment. It is imperative to eradicate the numbers of these destructive fish to keep the local waterways healthy and productive for future generations.

Whilst Warrina Lakes is not ordinarily open for fishing, the tournament aims to significantly reduce tilapia numbers in the lake environment.

On the final day of fishing, after a prize draw, one lucky winner took home a kayak kindly donated by BCF and Ozfish.

Cassowary Coast Regional Council's Family Day Care Scheme sponsored the annual Junk Art competition and awarded prizes in four categories.

Cassowary Coast Regional Council presented this event in partnership with sponsors OzFish, BCF Innisfail and Cairns, Innisfail Game Fishing Club, Berkley, Coastal Marine & Outdoors, Manitto's Auto Centre, Soils First NQ, Harvey Norman and Shakespeare.

Frankie De Maria was thrilled with his Tilapia catch.

Phoenix Di Carlo was one of over three hundred anglers who participated in this year’s Tilapia tournament.

Gianni De Maria proudly shows one of the Tilapia he caught.

Addler Ingram with a Tilapia he caught.

Families flocked to Warrina Lakes to fish in the Tilapia tournament, including Mikayla Greenwood and Peyton aged 16 months.

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Fishing News

RoLy Newton

LAST weekend the weather gods smiled on us, and the winds dropped off, leaving us with ideal boating conditions. Unfortunately, we had very little to no run in the tides, which resulted in tough fishing. From the outer reefs to the estuaries, most boats found the fishing hard, with lots of effort needed to bring home a feed of fish.

The boats that travelled out wide to fish the edge of the continental shelf did a little better due to the ocean current, with most boats managing fair catches of Jobfish, Nannygai and the occasional Red Emperor.

Several boats of keen anglers have been heading out wide, trolling the edge of the shelf, with boats reporting hookups on Dog Tooth Tuna, Wahoo and Yellow Fin. Lately, there has been a lot of interest in jigging for Dog Tooth Tuna, with anglers coming to the shop reporting a few captures but mainly monumental bust-ups and encounters with massive sharks, all very exciting stuff.

The boats fishing the main reefs also struggled, but most reported reasonable numbers of Coral Trout, Tusk fish and mixed species such as stripies and Moses Perch.

From the anglers I talked to, most boats fishing the deepwater rubble patches really struggled with the Nannygai. I am sure as the tides build this week, all these species will return on the bite.

The fishing around the islands was also quiet, just a few Coral Trout, Grass Sweet Lip and the occasional Spanish or Doggy Mackerel. This is the time of year the Grey Mackerel turn up, and from the reports, they are starting to school up around the islands and coastal headlands over the last few weeks. Some huge fish have been caught, with some well over a

metre. The Greys are considered one of the bettereating of Mackerels and can be great fun to target. Trolling smaller lures around the 12cm. mark or metal vibes is very productive; just keep your trolling speed up around 6 knots will get you more bites. Another favourite method is finding the feeding schools and casting metal lures at them. It would help if you used a high-speed retrieve. The Greys often show themselves with fast surface slashes rather than constant feeding. Cast your lures to the last signs of action, let the lures sink and then wind like crazy.

The estuary fishing was very slow, reminding me of the saying (no run, no fun). I found that working a small prawn imitation very slowly through the snags would bring the Jacks and Barra out but getting the bite was tough. We managed 6 small Barra (one legal) and one decent Mangrove Jack from 2 trips over the weekend. That’s hard going; however, I am sure the fishing will improve on Wednesday as the tides build. There should be plenty of action by the time you read this report on Friday.

The freshwater reaches of the coastal creeks have been fishing exceptionally well, with plenty of action from both the Sooty Grunter and the Jungle Perch. The march flies have been around in numbers, so wear light-coloured clothing and don`t forget the repellent.

At the time of writing this report(very early in the week), it looks like we are in for a 10 to 15-knot southerly wind this weekend. This should allow most boats to fish on the islands and coastal reefs.

Unfortunately, this weekend we have the start of the Coral Reef Fin Fish Closure, October 22 through to the 26. We also have the first three weeks of Spanish Mackerel closure from 22 through to November 12. Anglers can still target the other Mackerel species, Greys, Schoolies and Spotted. You can also target other bottom-feeding species such as Grunter, Fingermark and Grass Sweet Lip. Fisheries encourage anglers to Google the Qld Fishing App for the latest information.

This weekend either side of the early morning high tide will suit those that wish to target Grunter in the creeks or along the Hinchinbrook flats. If you are keen

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on chasing a Barra or a Mangrove Jack, try either side of the midday low tide. There has also been some big Flathead being caught lately. Try weighted soft plastics or small deep-diving lures.

Good Fishing, Roly Newton, Tackle World Tully

Dallas Sutton with a nice JP caught on the DUO Popper 64.

Ryan Sanger with a solid JP from a huge days walk in the jungle.

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Innisfail Brothers' Junior Rugby League awards presentation

STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARIA GIRGENTI

INNISFAIL Brothers' Junior Rugby League celebrated the end of a successful 2022 season and individual on-field achievements at their awards presentation held on October 9 at Callendar Park.

Under 6 to Under 12 players received participation medals and certificates, whilst selected individual players from Under 13 to 16 teams received trophies.

This year the club had strong participation, with 201 juniors across all age groups.

Coaches - Under 6: Chloe McKinnon; Under 7: Natasha Clark, Under 8: Scott Hayward; Under 9: Michael Ely; Under 10: Christopher Tew; Under 11: Ryan Daniel, Under 14: Thommy McKellar; Under 15: Brodie Clubb and Under 16: Aaron Jolley.

Innisfail fielded teams from Under 13 to Under 16 and an Under 15 Girls' team in the competitive age groups.

The Under 13 team progressed to the elimination final, the Under 15 team finished fifth, whilst the Under 14 and Under 16 teams put in solid performances.

Innisfail's Under 8 team competed in the Dean Schifilliti Shield, which they won for commitment and sportsmanship. Under 9s participated in the Paul Bowman Challenge and Under 13s - Nate Myles Cup.

Innisfail's Under 15 Girls won the Sandy Tassell Trophy Challenge at the Tassell Trophy Challenge in Cairns, defeating

Kangaroos 40 - 0 in the grand final, with Arianna Martin named Player of the Final.

The committee of Troy Cooper (President), Leon Hallie (Vice President), Ann Wahlin (Secretary), Kellie Harrison (Treasurer), Karen Lodge (Registrar) and Daniella Stephenson (Sponsorship/ Promotions) received acknowledgment for their efforts throughout 2022, as well as coaching staff, managers, Innisfail Leprechauns' board, sports trainers, referees, parents, volunteers, sponsors and supporters.

Award winners:

Under 13

Best Forward: Jack Croatto Best Back: Darnell Stagg Coaches Award: Ashton Stepanoff

Most Improved: Leo Mauloni

Under 14

Best Forward: Christian Venturato

Best Back: Logan Epong

Coaches Award: Jimi Kusu

Most Improved: Jared Spinella

Under 15

Best Forward: Riley Strickland

Best Back: Braith Clubb

Coaches Award: Cody Weldon

Most Improved: Aaron Ambrum

Players' Player: Ben Walker

Under 16

Best Forward: Raymond Kusu

Best Back: Cedric Mooka Coaches Award: Coen Mercer

Most Improved: Riley Lacaze Players' Player: LeBron HeronJia

Kellie Harrison received the Volunteer of the Year award for her commitment to the club.

Xapheniah Tanner, Kenneth

Banu, Jayden Wahlin, Ben Walker and Braith Clubb played in the Northern Pride's Under 16 team.

The club's AGM is on this Saturday, October 22, at 11.00 am in the Innisfail Brothers boardroom, with all committee positions to become vacant.

Enthusiastic volunteers for the coaching staff, managers, assistant managers and FAO's.

Anyone wishing to become involved in season 2023 can message the Innisfail Junior Leprechauns Facebook page or via email: secretary.ibjrl@ gmail.com.

Innisfail Brothers’ Junior Under 7s.

Innisfail Brothers’ Junior Under 9s with their participation medals.

Innisfail Brothers’ Junior Under 15 Girls’.

Innisfail Brothers’ Junior President Troy Cooper (right) congratulated Kellie Harrison, Volunteer of the Year award winner.

Innisfail Brothers’ Junior Under 16s with their playing jerseys.

Innisfail Brothers’ Junior Under 16 coach Aaron Jolley with trophy award winners Raymond Kusu and Riley Lacaze.