Wet Tropic Times, 2023, March 30, Newspaper Edition

Peter and Alison Salleras and their grandson Max Osmond sold dragonfruit to locals Margaret Johnston and Eva Gava.

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Second chances pop-up op-shop donates backpacks for domestic family violence services

MISSION BEACH FAMILY CHURCH

THE Mission Beach Family Church’s “Second Chances” Pop-up Op Shop held in early September exceeded all expectations, raising over $2,800.00 in just two and a half days.

Once again, thanks go out to the wonderful Mission Beach community, who supported our Op-Shop through ongoing donations of some fantastic items. As quickly as things were sold, others were donated, so on Saturday morning, we had a “Half Price off Everything” sale.

Following discussion with Tully Support Centre (TSC), we identified funds raised would be used to support women and children who are escaping domestic and family violence (DV) in the greater Mission Beach Area and distributed through TSC's Domestic and Family Violence Service.

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Packs, which were generously donated, have been packed with essential items and delivered to TSC along with some basic food and a range of babies and children’s items.

Thank you to KMart for their donation, which allowed us to also purchase some blankets for women who may need to travel or find themselves sleeping in cars due to a lack of accommodation options.

A booklet called “You’re Not Alone” has been prepared by the Mission Beach Family Church (MBFC), offering love and encouragement to women

as they commence their difficult journey ahead of them.

Unfortunately, despite the beauty and tranquillity of our special area, Mission Beach is no different from the rest of

Queensland when it comes to DV, which appears to be a “hidden” pandemic across the state. We hope our backpacks make that journey just a little bit easier for all.

Some of the items being prepared for women and children escaping DV from the Mission Beach area.

Spiritual food with Jess

CAN a Christian Have a Demon?

I felt to share on this subject of whether Christians can be ‘possessed’ this week. I have learnt a lot from the teachings of Pastor Vladimir Savchuk, so I felt as to share his teaching on this subject.

Some refuse to entertain the possibility that born-again Christians can be demon possessed; first, we need to ask, is possession the right term? Most scholars agree that since possession means ownership, the children of God who have been bought with the price cannot be owned by an evil one. And so the term demon-possessed is an example of poor translation. The biblical word for demon possessed is daimonizomenis; it comes from the Greek word daimonizomai, which is better translated as demonized. The passages using daimonizomai are Matthew 4:24, Matthew 8:16, Matthew

8:33, Mark 1:32, Mark 5:15 and Luke

8:36. In his book, 'Demon Possession and the Christian: A New Perspective', Some state that the term demonization conveys a demon caused passivity or control to some degree by inhabiting demons, not possession as in ownership.

Along the same lines, Merrill F. Unger, in 'What Demons Do to Saints', describes demonization as a control of a person by one or more demons. Another Greek

word used to convey demon harassment is 'echo', meaning 'to hold or to have'. Which, combined with the Greek word for spirit, creates the phrase 'having the spirit of an unclean demon' in Luke 4:33.

It's notable how Peter did not say Jesus went around healing the demonpossessed in Acts 10:38; instead, he says Jesus went around healing the demon oppressed, oppressed by the devil. The word oppression is used twice in the New Testament. "Oppress" means to exercise power over, to exercise harsh control over one, and to use one's power against one.

To summarize, the word daimonizomai, as it is used in the gospels, simply means to be under the control of, be exercised by a demon, or be in possession of a demon. It has been poorly translated as demon-possessed. However, Peter did not say Jesus freed the demon-possessed; he said that Jesus went around healing people from demonic oppression.

“Do you not know that your bodies are members of Christ himself? Shall I then take away the members of Christ and make them members of a prostitute? May it never be!”

1 Corinthians 6:15

Weekly Bible Verse

Galatians 2:20, NIV: I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.

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Elizabeth Jones and Marianne Scott of Second Chances Pop-Up Op Shop delivering backpacks, groceries and children's clothing to Mr Shane Greenwood and staff of Tully Support Centre.

Thousands joined in Innisfail’s Feast of the Senses 20th birthday celebrations

STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARIA GIRGENTI

NORTH Queensland's premier food festival, the Feast of the Senses, officially kicked off last Thursday with a Gone Troppo Trivia Night at Innisfail RSL, which attracted 16 teams and over 80 players.

The event, which attracted over 4,000 people, highlighted the best produce from the ocean, beef graziers, dairy and tropical fruit growers.

This year’s Feast of the Senses celebrated 20 years and the sixth anniversary of the Guinness Book of Records World’s Longest Banana Split attempt.

Perfect weather prevailed, and thousands flocked to Jack Fossey Park and Canecutter Court for their yearly fix of over 70 stalls, food vans and fruit tastings at the Australian Bananas River Feast.

Local audiences witnessed non-stop culinary creations, demonstrations and tastings at the Canecutter stage, which featured Jack and Tracey Gallagher from The Pocket El Arish, who demonstrated three ways to use coconut in cream, tropical fruit sticky rice and coconut coffee. Julia - chickpea pancakes with basil pesto, cashew cream sauce and kimchi. Maya - Vietnamese rice paper rolls, Ben with bread fruit fritters (vegan and meat), whilst Sukhi from Café Romarge made exotic Indian cuisine.

Youngsters enjoyed the Kids Zone, an exclusive area with jumping castles, rides, slides and a climbing wall, whilst the Innisfail Men's Shed ran a successful barbeque, and Innisfail Game Fishing Club's virtual fishing proved popular.

The Kids Zone had free activities such as face painting, arts/crafts, reading and sensory activities.

Good Counsel College students and

staff volunteered their time and did a stellar job assisting at the cooking stage and Kid’s Zone.

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services had an Open Day where they performed a car cut-up demonstration at the Innisfail Fire Station, as well as had static displays of swift water, technical equipment, public safety and recruitment information.

Other highlights included a rare and tropical fruit auction and stacks of live musical entertainment on the RADF River Stage, which featured local talents of Innisfail Community Band, Just Sing It, Ashleigh Binello, Monique George, Vinnie Huirama, Johnstone River Ukuleles and Davros.

The Northern and Southern Food Trails were again a sell-out. They included visits to rare gems in the region, which included Pacific Coast Eco Bananas, Shdaro Exotic Fruit Farm, The

Pocket, Fruit Forest Farm, Murdering Point Winery and Aussie Pepper.

This year's Feast of the Senses was again solely organised by a volunteer committee with Roslyn Jensen (President), Kerry Linton (Secretary), David Jensen (Treasurer/VicePresident) and committee members Lorraine Piercy, Christine Brady, Trish Ernst, Leigh Hodder-Onaindia and Karen George.

Members of the Cassowary Coast Banana Growers Association sold shirts, hats, coolers, and banana smoothies at their marquee.

Members of the Johnstone River Ukeleles entertained the crowds on the RADF River Stage. Photo: Brigid Darveniza.

Members of the Greek Orthodox Community of Innisfail sold fried halloumi cheese platters and a selection of Greek sweets.

Donna Campagnolo and Amber Overton from Aussie Pepper with the Volpe family from Kurrimine Beach.

Members of Innisfail Police and PCYC Innisfail at their stalls, which promoted police recruitment and PCYC programs.

QFES members had a stall and ran an Open Day at the Innisfail Fire Station.

Judy Spagnolo and David Chandlee from Cassowary Coast Rare Fruit Australia branch.

Five things you didn't know about Paronella Park

NESTLED in the heart of the lush rainforests of Tropical North Queensland, Paronella Park stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of its founder, Jose Paronella. Built in the 1930s, this stunning park is a jewel of heritage and natural beauty that has captivated tourists from all over the world. Yet despite its fame and recognition, many locals have yet to experience the magic that Paronella Park has to offer.

In this list, we'll explore why locals should visit, or revisit, this iconic park and discover the hidden treasures that lie within its stunning landscape. From its majestic waterfall and exotic flora to its rich history and romantic ambience, Paronella Park is a destination that locals simply cannot afford to miss.

The Magical Night Experience

As the sun sets, Paronella Park transforms into a sparkling wonderland with lit-up buildings and waterfalls, and a guided walk conducted by torchlight. It culminates in a 15-minute light and sound show, including one powerful cyclone-inspired piece that's

sure to send goosebumps down the arms of any local. The evening experience is included in the standard admission.

Your Ticket is Valid for Two Whole Years!

Paronella Park's ticket offers more than a single visit: it's valid for two whole years. This allows visitors to explore the park's natural beauty and rich history at their own leisure, experiencing the ambience time and time again at different times of the year. It's also great when you have friends and family visit; you can accompany them without having to pay!

The Café is Open to Those Without Tickets, Too

You don't need to pay admission to enjoy Paronella Park's charming cafe, which offers a delicious range of freshly-made food and refreshments in a serene rainforest setting. The Café on the Deck is the perfect place to relax and unwind, have seriously good coffee, homemade scones and jam, and catch up with friends.

It's More Accessible Than You Might Think!

Although Paronella Park was unfortunately built long before Australian accessibility standards came into effect, owners Mark and Judy Evans have invested significantly into making the Park as accessible as possible – and the work is ongoing! The café is fully accessible, and there are wheelchair-friendly paths throughout the property and a lookout to the waterfall.

Paronella Park Has a Sister!

Paronella Park has a sister attraction – the Mamu Tropical Skywalk. Located just 25 minutes drive from Paronella Park, the Mamu Tropical Skywalk offers visitors the chance to experience the beauty of the rainforest canopy from below and above, with panoramic views of the stunning landscape. They have carried all the same customer service standards over to this attraction – with two years free of charge return entry and discounted joint tickets available.

News in Brief Hinchinbrook

ON Saturday, March 25, 2023, Mayor Ramon Jayo welcomed 42 babies into the Shire. Each baby received a welcome certificate, First 5 Forever gift bag, and a weeping bottlebrush sapling.

Following the ceremony, families were invited to attend the Underwater Wonderland featuring face painting, sensory play and assorted craft activities for all ages.

Thanks to the Rotary Club of

TULLY MEALS ON WHEELS ROSTER FOR APRIL 2023

Monday 3

Chrissy Argyros Carol

Carstensen Marilyn Weigand

Terry Ryan D Clarke Ken

Blair M Blair

Wednesday 5

Jan Pease Marilyn Weigand

Carol Carstensen

Hinchinbrook and Gilroy Santa Maria College, Ingham served delicious food and beverages on the day.

Happy 10th Birthday, North Queensland Insurance Brokers Pty Ltd Ingham.

CONGRATULATIONS on the NQIB Ingham branch team for achieving ten years of service to the Hinchinbrook electorate and beyond.

Dina and Lou Campagnolo

Lyn & Neil Reardon

Thursday 6

Marilyn Weigand Carol

Carstensen Anita Stapley

Kate Henry Pam Cridland

Rita Becker Avis Ray

Tuesday 11

Chrissy Argyros Carol

Carstensen Marilyn Weigand

eronica Lizzio Lyn Miller Chris & Peter Mclean

Wednesday 12

Jan Pease C Carstensen

Marilyn Weigand Jill Mackay

R Viero J Brighton D Hawkett

P Boswell

Friday 14

Chrissy Argyros Carol

Carstensen Marilyn Weigand

D Hawkett P Boswell Sue

Robson Carol Carstensen

Monday 17

Marilyn Weigand Carol

Carstensen Chrissy Argyros

Mary McDonald Karen Edwards Roy Favier Sam Pappalardo

Wednesday 19

Jan Pease Carol Carstensen

Marilyn Weigand

Janette Evans Josie Pease

Trish Lardi Loui Crema

Friday 21

Marilyn Weigand Carol

Carstensen Trish Lardi

Mary Bacic Pam Cridland

Marilyn Weigand Viena Morris

Monday 24

Carol Carstensen Marilyn Weigand Sue Robson

Carol Carstensen Sue

Robson Lisa LaSpina

Wednesday 26

Jan Pease Carol Carstensen

Marilyn Weigand

A Pacey Loraine Cargnello

Miriam Pappalardo Desley Reid

Friday 28

Marilyn Weigand Carol

Carstensen Anita Stapley

Leslee Marker Julie Jordan C & K Littlemore

Great Aussie Tucker at Goondi Hill Hotel

At the Goondi Hill Pub you’ll receive that great old fashioned pub hospitality. The Goondi is famous for the quality of its food and prides itself on their Aussie Tucker menu, featuring fresh local produce. The food at The Goondi Hill Hotel has a reputation for quality throughout the north. Whether you are looking for a night out, weekend entertainment, a day out in the cool beer garden or just a quick counter lunch. The Goondi Hill Hotel is the place to go.

We seek out the freshest Beef, Pork, Lamb, Seafood and produce to bring to you each day. Our steakhouse includes Innisfails best Char grilled steaks cooked to perfection on a grill. An afternoon or evening with friends? Try our tropical Beer Garden. With Great Aussie Tucker, cold drinks and friendly service.

You can dine in the Restaurant, Beer Garden or other bars depending on your occasion or mood. Why not make a night of it with dinner and a flutter on the pokies or relax with friends in the cool Beer Garden. If you fancy dining out, you might like to try our restaurant menu. Something for all tastes at the best prices.

Drop in and try our quality menu with fresh local fish, tender steaks and many other delicious choices.

BEST FOOD IN INNISFAIL

Our Pensioner Tuesday - 3 meal options for only $12.00 (served 12 - 2pm only)

Thirsty Thursday - Parmageddon night only $18 with a choice of toppings and includes a pot.

Daily - $15 Lunch Special includes a Pot of Drink (except Sunday)

Alfio Torrisi celebrated his 95th birthday

Alfio and Francesca were married for 65 years in 2012, before the loss of his dear wife.

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New Life

SARI RUSSO NEE HYYTINEN

LAST Tuesday night Michael and I welcomed our daughter into the world.

It has been a rollercoaster of a week learning how to do life when you have a new addition to your world.

We are excited for our future and for the future of our beautiful new addition.

STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARIA GIRGENTI

LAST Saturday, long-term Innisfail resident Alfio Torrisi celebrated his 95th birthday with a special luncheon at Brothers Leagues Club surrounded by family and friends.

Alfio, the oldest of three, was born on March 23, 1928, in Riposto, Sicily, to parents Giuseppe and Rosaria. He completed his primary schooling in Sicily.

In 1947, Alfio and Francesca La Spina eloped and married in Piedmonte Etneo, Sicily.

He travelled by boat to Australia and first landed in Sydney in December 1956.

Alfio then went to Brisbane, where he worked for Hornibrook Builders as a manual labourer for

three years, where he worked on the building of Chermside Shopping Centre.

He went north to Innisfail for two years, then to Mareeba, before he sent for his wife and two sons passage to Australia and settled in Mareeba.

For 52 years, the family lived in Mareeba, where they grew tobacco for 27 of those years before moving to Innisfail in 2009.

Family has always been especially important to Alfio, and despite the challenges, he loved his life on the farm and growing tobacco.

The couple had four children and were blessed with nine grandchildren and nine greatgrandchildren, who are all boys.

Throughout his life, a highlight for Alfio was travelling to Italy to visit his mother, sister and brotherin-law, a cruise to Vanuatu and a holiday in New Zealand.

Alfio, who lives independently at home, enjoys watching his Italian TV channel and his outings to St John Community Care Centre three days per week, where he enjoys participating in activities and social interaction.

He stated the philosophy of longevity is that “he does not have much stress and is very well looked after by his two daughters”.

POWERLINK QUEENSLAND

POWERLINK is making good progress with works at substation sites between Townsville and Cairns as the coastal transmission line into Far North Queensland undergoes key upgrades.

The Powerlink upgrades will allow one circuit of the existing double circuit 132 kilovolt (kV) coastal line to be operated at 275kV.

Powerlink Chief Executive Paul Simshauser said upgrading the transmission lines across more than 350 kilometres required highly specialised work.

“Delivering a third permanent 275kV circuit into the north of Queensland requires works at our existing

North Queensland transmission network capacity on the up

Woree, Ross, Tully and Yabulu South substations,” Mr Simshauser said.

“Our crews started working at Woree Substation in May 2022, with works then kicking off across Ross and Tully substations to prepare the sites to house a range

of new 275kV equipment.”

Construction activities at Tully Substation include a new 275kV switchyard immediately behind the existing 132kV substation to accommodate new equipment. This includes the installation of a transformer – a large piece of equipment that converts high-voltage electricity from Powerlink's transmission network down to a lower voltage suitable for Ergon Energy's local distribution network.

Yabulu South Substation works are set to commence in mid-2023.

Mr Simshauser said the upgrade would help improve the reliability of electricity supply for North Queenslanders to better manage extreme weather events, plus unlock up to 500MW of new renewable energy projects.

“This project is part of $700 million worth of work Powerlink is undertaking on North Queensland’s transmission network over five years, connecting customers to a world-class energy future,” he said.

Construction on the coastal network project will continue until around late 2023 (weather dependent). More information on the North Queensland Capacity Upgrade and Northern QREZ can be found on Powerlink's website: https://www.powerlink.com.au/ projects/north-queensland-capacity-upgrade-project.

Alfio Torrisi cut a special birthday cake to mark his 95th birthday milestone.

Alfio Torrisi celebrated his 95th birthday surrounded by family members.

Mackenzie Russo

Hinchinbrook Agriculture Workforce Forum, Baby Welcoming Ceremony Wrap Up and Council's Customer Experience Survey

Hinchinbrook Agriculture Workforce Forum

As a response to industry labour and skills workforce challenges, the Hinchinbrook Agricultural Workforce Forum will provide a platform to educate producers and agribusinesses across the food supply chain to understand workforce options and opportunities.

Working Holiday Makers, PALM Scheme and Skilled Migrant workforces will be discussed, along with providing information packages, highlighting current initiatives, and contact personnel to access workforce streams.

This forum will enhance your strategic workforce planning capabilities by providing options to future proof your workforce.

Date: Friday 14 April 2023

Time: 12.30pm

Where: Hinchinbrook Shire Hall 25 Lannercost Street Ingham

Cost: Free

RSVP: Tuesday 11 April 2023

For further information or to RSVP, please phone Council or email events@hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au.

Council's Customer Experience Survey Council would like the community to take part in a Customer Experience Survey.

Results from the survey will assist in the development of a Customer Experience Strategy.

This strategy is expected to highlight Council's interactions with the community.

To provide your feedback, please visit Council's website, Public Consultation page or scan the QR code below.

Survey closes 5.00pm Friday 14 April 2023.

Each baby received a Welcome Certificate, First 5 Forever gift bag, and a Weeping Bottlebrush sapling. Following on from the ceremony, families were invited to attend the Underwater Wonderland featuring face painting, sensory play and assorted craft activities for all ages.

Thank you to Rotary Club of Hinchinbrook and Gilroy Santa Maria College who served delicious food and beverages on the day.

To view the images taken on the day, please visit Council's website, Photo Gallery page.

Sing Along: Encanto (Celebrating

100 Years of Disney Animation)

she learns that the demigod Maui caused the blight by stealing the heart of the goddess, Te Fiti. The only way to heal the island is to persuade Maui to return Te Fiti's heart, so Moana sets off on an epic journey across the Pacific.

Date: Thursday 6 April 2023

Time: 10.30am

Where: JL Kelly Theatre

Cost: $10

For further information, please visit Council's website, Events Calendar page.

Sing Along: The Lion King (Celebrating 100 Years of Disney Animation)

Week Outer Limits Adventure Program to be held at the Ingham Showgrounds. Youth can expect to engage in catapulting, archery tag and many more activities throughout the day.

Teams will be put together in age groups of eight to 12 years and 12 to 16 and up.

Entry is free.

Date: Wednesday 12 April 2023

Time: 9.30am to 3.00pm

Where: Ingham Showgrounds

17 Cooper Street Ingham

Pre-event registration is essential as numbers are limited.

Works Notice – Covells Road and Golloglys Road Insitu Stabilisation and Sealing Works Council wishes to advise that insitu stabilisation and sealing works have commenced on Covells Road and Golloglys Road Gairloch.

Ongoing works will occur between 6.00am and 5.00pm with a number of traffic conditions in place during these times.

Council would like to thank you for your cooperation during this necessary phase of works.

For further information on current roadworks, please visit Council’s website, Roadworks page or contact Council.

First 5 Forever Underwater Wonderland Baby Welcoming Ceremony Wrap Up

On Saturday 25 March 2023, Mayor Ramon Jayo welcomed 42 babies into the Shire.

Sing along to all the songs in Walt Disney Animation Studios' "Encanto."

The Sing-Along version of the film features on-screen lyrics as you watch your favourite musical numbers, including "The Family Madrigal," "Surface Pressure," "We Don't Talk About Bruno, " "Dos Oruquitas" and more.

Date: Tuesday 4 April 2023

Time: 10.30am

Where: JL Kelly Theatre

Cost: $10

For further information, please visit Council's website, Events Calendar page.

Sing Along: Moana (Celebrating 100 Years of Disney Animation) Moana Waialiki is a sea voyaging enthusiast and the only daughter of a chief in a long line of navigators.

When her island's fishermen can't catch any fish and the crops fail,

Sing along to all the songs in Walt Disney Animation Studios' "The Lion King."

A young lion prince is cast out of his pride by his cruel uncle, who claims he killed his father. While the uncle rules with an iron paw, the prince grows up beyond the Savannah, living by a philosophy: No worries for the rest of your days.

But when his past comes to haunt him, the young prince must decide his fate: Will he remain an outcast or face his demons and become what he needs to be?

Date: Tuesday 11 April 2023

Time: 10.30am

Where: JL Kelly Theatre

Cost: $10

For further information, please visit Council's website, Events Calendar page.

2023 Youth Week - Outer Limits

Adventure Program

Local youths are invited to team up to play in the 2023 Youth

To register, please visit Council's website, Events Calendar page.

Sing Along: Frozen (Celebrating 100 Years of Disney Animation)

Sing along to all the songs in Walt Disney Animation Studios' "Frozen."

Haunted by the moment her magic nearly killed her younger sister Anna, Elsa has isolated herself, spending every waking minute trying to suppress her growing powers.

Her mounting emotions trigger the magic, accidentally setting off an eternal winter that she can't stop.

She fears she's becoming a monster and that no one, not even her sister, can help her.

Date: Thursday 13 April 2023

Time: 10.30am

Where: JL Kelly Theatre

Cost: $10

For further information, please visit Council's website, Events Calendar page.

Silkwood State School’s Red and White Day for Red Cross

MARIA GIRGENTI

ON March 15, Silkwood State School celebrated Red and White Day and recognised the efforts of the Australian Red Cross by raising funds for the Silkwood/Kurrimine Beach Red Cross branch.

Red and White Day took place in conjunction with the Red Cross Door Knock Appeal.

Students and staff who dressed up in red/white and made a gold coin donation to the Door Knock Appeal received a Red Cross sticker and Trauma Teddy badge.

Special guests Gail Bromell, Melina Andrijevic and Lynette Sordelli from the Silkwood/ Kurrimine Beach Red Cross branch attended the parade

INGHAM MEALS ON WHEELS ROSTER APRIL 2023

MONDAY - 3

KITCHEN:- B Carne, R

Marshall, R Phillips, S Kemp

DRIVER/DELIVERY: J

Stokes, V Cutting & C

McLeod, I Merritt, L La Spina & P Robino

WEDNESDAY - 5

KITCHEN:- B Carne, R

Marshall, P Robino, S

Craperi, M Girgenti

DRIVER/DELIVERY: S & P

Murdoch, NQIB, C McLeod & R Radel

FRIDAY 7

NO DELIVERIES – GOOD

FRIDAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY

MONDAY 10

NO DELIVERIES – EASTER

MONDAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY

WEDNESDAY 12

KITCHEN:- B Carne, R

Marshall, P Robino, S Craperi

DRIVER/DELIVERY: L Sartor & C Bain (J Kelley), ROTARY, C McLeod & R Radel

FRIDAY 14

KITCHEN:- B Carne, R

Marshall, P Murdoch

DRIVER/DELIVERY: P

Robino & J Schonevel, F & J Boon, J Armstrong & Y

Oakes, P Murdoch, W Ashley

MONDAY 17-

KITCHEN:- B Carne, R

Marshall

DRIVER/DELIVERY: J

Henderson, P Robino & J

Schoneveld, V Cutting & C

McLeod, S Rutherford & J

Hardwick

WEDNESDAY 19

KITCHEN: B Carne, R

Marshall, P Robino, S

Craperi, S Knight

DRIVER/DELIVERY: L

McGrath & J Schoneveld, I&S

Cameron, J&L Schifilliti

FRIDAY 21

KITCHEN: B Carne, R

Marshall, P Murdoch

DRIVER/DELIVERY: L Sartor & P Robino, D Girgenti & R

Quabba, HSC, P Murdoch, W

Ashley

MONDAY 24-

KITCHEN:- B Carne, R

Marshall, R Phillips, S Kemp

DRIVER/DELIVERY: P

Robino & W Pavetto, C

McLeod & S Cameron, B

Molachino & A Kemp, R Radel & I Cameron

WEDNESDAY - 26

KITCHEN – B Carne, R

Marshall, P Robino, S Craperi

DRIVER/DELIVERY – L

Carey & J Kelley, ROTARY, C

McLeod & R Radel

FRIDAY 28

KITCHEN – B Carne, R

Marshall, P Murdoch

DRIVER/DELIVERY – C

Carey & P Robino, KEITA

SERVICES, J Armstrong & Y

Oakes, P Murdoch, W Ashley

and presented badges to all students.

These three ladies explained to students how Red Cross assists people in times of need and how they volunteer their time for fundraising which is extremely rewarding.

They also had the tough job of judging and awarding a bestdressed staff and boy/girl in the upper and lower classes who received a special Red Cross medallion.

Best dressed winners:

Upper class boy: William

Upper class girl: Ruby

Lower class boy: Angus

Lower class girl: Kyah

Silkwood State School wanted to thank these valued community members for taking the time to visit the school.

Principal Chris Cattarossi was proud to announce the

event raised almost $50.

The Silkwood/Kurrimine Beach Red Cross branch, now in its 35th year, ran Junior Red Cross at Silkwood State School for 21 years before it closed in 2012.

During this time, Junior Red Cross members participated in a variety of fundraising activities/ events for Cystic Fibrosis, Footy Colours, Daffodil, Butterfly, Red and White Days, Save the Children, Amnesty International, Salvation Army, flood and bushfire appeals, as well as Clean Up Australia Day.

Junior Red Cross, formally established in Australia in 1918, is an iconic part of Red Cross history.

Youth were engaged in Junior Red Cross Society

Groups through their school and/or their local Red Cross branch.

By the 1930s, numerous Junior Red Cross Groups across Australia and youth members were actively engaged in Red Cross activities and volunteer work.

Members recite the Pledge and strive to follow the seven Red Cross principles of Humanity (value people, not systems), Impartiality (no discrimination), Neutrality (take initiatives, not sides), Independence (respond to needs, not politics), Voluntary Service (committed with a desire for no personal gain), Unity (work together to achieve our purpose) and Universality (work has no borders).

Students Nikita, Maggie and Ella dressed up on Red and White Day.

Juno, Matilda and Isla in their best red and white attire.

Some of Silkwood State School’s staff Chris Cattarossi, Chappy Billi, Belinda Santarossa, Lynette McLeish, Kirby Fisher and Sarah Taifalos who dressed up.

Best dressed winner, Kyah, with Gail Bromell, member of the Silkwood/ Kurrimine Beach Red Cross branch.

Students, Benji, Nate and Koeby looked the part on Red and White Day.

Relax, you’re at the beach!

Amodern beach house with oceanfront views offers the perfect opportunity for a relaxed lifestyle. Only 123km from Cairns and 30kms from Innisfail, a beachfront home of this calibre is rare. This modern two bedroom, two bathroom residence is positioned on a lush 607sqm property with direct ocean frontage and is just four years old. The light spacious open plan living and dining area features a raked ceiling in excess of 3.7m with ceiling fans and louvre windows to make the most of those cool ocean breezes. The kitchen will delight keen cooks with composite stone tops, gas cooktop, electric oven, double dishdrawer and breakfast bar. The adjourning fully-retractable screened all-weather outdoor entertainment area is a great place to enjoy the ocean breeze and perhaps catch a glimpse of a passing cassowary. Both bedrooms are of good size with built-in wardrobes, serviced by the main bathroom with separare bathtub, shower and toilet. The breezeway through the centre of the house leads to a sensational open-plan shower with stylish Spanish mosaic tiles. Security screens and Panasonic split-system air conditioners keep things comfortable throughout. Outside there’s a fenced area for pets, three rainwater tanks holding in excess of 39,000 litres, a biocycle system for wastewater and electricity from the grid.

PRIVATE RURAL RETREAT – WITH YOUR OWN CREEK!

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Church times across the region

AOG / ACC / Churches of Christ Baptist Family Centre Innisfail, 9:30am, Sun, 12 Tierney St, Innisfail Estate

6:30pm, Sun, Ladies Church Tully Baptist Church, 10am, Sun, 6 Plumb Street, Tully Cardwell Baptist Church, 11am, Sun, Bruce Highway, Cardwell Sugar Reef Baptist Church, 9:30am, S, “The Knightclub” 38 Herbert St, Ingham Baptist Independent, 11am, Sun, 77 Halifax Rd, Ingham

Uniting

Catholic Churches

St Rita’s Babinda, 7am, Sun, 15 Church St, Babinda

Mother of Good Counsel, 6:30pm Sat Vigil, 9am, Sun, 90 Rankin St, Innisfail

Our Lady of Fatima, 10am, Sun, 32 Glasgow Street, El Arish, St John the Evangelist, 6pm, Sat, 4 Harold Street, Silkwood, St Rita’s South Johnstone, 7am, 1st, 3rd & 5th/month, 5 Green Street, South Johnstone

Christ the King, 7am, 2nd & 4th/month, 10 Harbour Road, Mourilyan Holy Spirit, Mission Beach 7am Sun, 12 Webb Rd, Wongaling Beach

St Clare of Montefalco

Church, 6pm Vigil Mass, Sat 9am, Sun, 13 Mars St, Tully

Our Lady Star of the Sea, 5pm Sun (except 1st Sunday), 121 Victoria St, Cardwell Ingham Region Catholic

Parishes:

St Patrick’s, 8:30am, Sunday, 18 Abbott Street, Ingham

St Peter’s, 7am, Sunday, 10 Scott Street, Halifax, Canossa Chapel, 10am, Sunday, St Teresa’s College / 3819 Abergowrie Rd

St Teresa’s, Trebonne, 10am

Seventh Day Adventist

Seventh Day Adventist Innisfail, 10:30am, Sat ,Bible Study, 11am, Sat, 114 Lawrence Road, Bamboo Creek Tully Seventh Day Adventist Church, Sat 9:30am Sabbath School, Sat 11am, 1 Edward St, Tully

Cassowary Coast Uniting Churchs: Innisfail, 10.30am, Sun, 8 Scullen Ave, Mighell, Innisfail Mission Beach, 8am, Sun, 2224 Tully-Mission Beach Rd, Mission Beach, Tully Tongan Uniting, 9am, Sun, 16 Mcquillan st,Tully, Ingham District Uniting Churches: Ingham, 10am, Sun 16 Herbert St, Ingham Halifax, 8am, Sun 12 Anderssen St, Halifax Blue Haven Lodge, Ingham, 11am (2nd & 4th Tues)

Lutheran

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

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

Anglican Churches

St Albans Anglican Church, 9am, Sun, 83 Rankin Street, Innisfail St John Anglican Church, 5pm, Sat, 2 Black Street, Tully John Oliver Feetham Pioneer Memorial 11am, Sun, 45 Bruce Highway, Cardwell St John Anglican Church, 3pm, 3rd Sun of month, Motel Chapel, Kurrimine Beach Holy Trinity (Ingham) 6pm Saturday Service. 9am, Sunday. 37 McIlwraith Street, Ingham All Souls, 7.30am, Sun, 10 Four Mile Road, Victoria Estate

TSL Ag Update

GREG SHANNON

THIS week we started the pre-harvest testing of cane, and although only a small number of samples have been processed, the results show some potential for the season ahead. Early varieties like Q240 and KQ228 are doing their thing, despite the many overcast days we have had since the end of the last season, and show some promise for reasonable early CCS.

The sampling process we use for this pre-harvest testing is really just simulating what the commercial harvest will do at harvest time, and taking a good representative sample is essential.

Actually, this is the case with any sort of crop agronomy work. The samples have to be as close to representing the crop or soil type or whatever situation we are trying to measure and monitor as much as possible.

For taking sugar cane samples, there are protocols that have been developed over many years. Basically, they are:

• Take samples from inside the crop, usually at least 5 m off the headland, and not from the headland or outside row; we don’t take the outer row because it will have had more sunlight than other rows.

• Take six stalks from two to three Cane stools. We try not to take all the samples from the same cane stool.

• Take suckers if >one metre high and at least one per stool. This is really important because the suckers will go through the harvester at harvest time and can impact CCS, so it is important to sample them so we can know what impact they will have.

• If visible, rat damage includes one rat-damaged stalk (best to wear gloves). This is also very important because, once again, the rat-damaged cane will be harvested by the commercial harvester along with the rest of the crop, and we need to know what impact this can have. Wearing gloves and washing hands after sampling with soap and water is a crucial safety step where rat-damaged cane is sampled.

• Label the samples with the date, farm and block number, and a phone number, and drop them off at designated sites.

The use of the mobile mill means there is no need to drop samples off to the mill and means we can process more samples in the same amount of time with no double handling.

After Easter, we will revert to using the designated drop-off sites and times for testing, but for now, growers can just call 0400586968 to arrange for their samples to be tested on the farm.

Wilmar Sugar launches virtual mill tour

WILMAR SUGAR

WILMAR Sugar has launched a virtual mill tour that lets anyone, anywhere, step inside a working sugar mill and learn about the sugar-making process.

The new VR tour was created at Wilmar's Pioneer Mill in the Burdekin region and is a first for the company.

General Manager Operations Mike McLeod said the virtual tour provided visitors with an immersive experience of the sugar manufacturing process – from start to finish.

"We're really proud to launch this virtual tour, as it will allow people from all over the world to explore our Pioneer Mill facility from their computer or mobile device," Mr McLeod said.

"It's a fantastic opportunity to showcase our operations, share our knowledge and promote the

Australian sugar manufacturing industry."

Wilmar Sugar Production Superintendent James Wallace said the virtual tour would be well received by tourists, students and people from Queensland's milling communities.

"We know there's a lot of interest in what goes on inside a sugar mill and we get frequent requests for mill tours, particularly from tourists," he said.

"We can't provide public tours due to safety reasons, but now we can offer virtual tours."

Brandon State School Principal Rowan Coffey said the virtual mill tour would be a valuable learning resource.

"Our kids are digital kids and they love exploring virtual spaces. This virtual tour will allow children to really look inside the production of sugar and allow us

to understand how we produce food," Mr Coffey said.

The virtual tour was created using Matterport 3D technology. The final product features 17 'rooms' with information boxes, as well as videos that capture the sights and sounds of the factory.

Visitors can navigate through the different parts of the mill, from the tippler, where the cane comes into the factory, to the dryer, where the sugar crystals are tumble dried before going into storage.

They can also see inside the powerhouse, where green energy is generated for Queensland homes. Wilmar Sugar is Australia's largest sugar manufacturer. It operates eight sugar mills across the Herbert, Burdekin, Proserpine and Sarina regions and is the major joint-venture partner of sugar refineries in Mackay, Victoria and New Zealand.

The powerhouse generates renewable electricity from biomass. Each 'room' in the virtual tour has information boxes with short explanations about that part of the factory.

Wilmar Sugar Production Superintendent James Wallace

Brandon State School Principal Rowan Coffey

Brandon State School students check out Wilmar's new virtual mill tour

The milling train is where the sweet juice is extracted from the sugarcane.

Boilers are at the heart of the sugar mill, generating steam for factory processes and renewable power.

Cane Samples for pre Harvested testing

Greg Shannon

Bowls News

Ingham Bowls Club News

THE prize-winning team of the barefoot bowls with the lowest winning score was D Tomba, D Gosney, A Foti and B Bell, defeating J Johnson, M Girgenti, M Cole J Piotto 13-10

M Tack, J Lone and J Dickerson def S Tack, D Chappell and S Cotton 17-8

The Winning team of the men’s comp played on Friday, March 24, was S Scott, J Eddleston & R Cantatore, defeating B Bell, K Walker and K Turvey 23-17

T Pallanza and R Peterson def k Lawlor and T Koop 19-16

P Ryan and T George def J Hamlyn and P Herman 19-17 results of mixed social bowls played on March 26 was T Arkink, J Eddleston, N Evans, and S Richards defeating J Dickerson, K Walker, J Craven and P Herman 17-13 (18 points to 9)

B Eddleston, D Horsley, J Hamlyn and R Cantatore def J Holmes, P Reyland, L Mahon and E Piotto 20-18 (16 points to 11)

Happening at our club this week

Call 47762117 or 0487240397 to nominate for any of the following games.

Barefoot bowls are played every Thursday between 6 pm-8 pm, and names into the club by 5:30 pm.

Men’s Pairs are played every Friday at 2:15 pm, and names into the club by 1:45 pm.

T Pallanza is on duty for March 31. Mixed Social Bowls are played every Sunday at 1:30 pm, and names on the board by 12:30 pm.

On the roster for April 2: Bar- T Pallanza

Social Selector- A Torielli

Ingham ladies bowls club

BGRADE Singles A.Foti 27 v M.Spano 16, D.Tomba 25 v D.Gosney 19. Championship Pairs J.Fenoglio, A.Rutherford defeated N.Evans, J.Craven after playing a nail-biting extra end 16/15. The final of the BGrade Championship saw A.Foto defeat D.Toomba 25/7; congratulations Angie.

Innisfail Ladies Bowls

THE Championship Pairs competition is producing amazing games of bowls.

Ann Rule and Joan Atkinson played Helen Paterson and Catarina Cook last Wednesday 22.

Paterson and Cook got off to a flying start and led until the 15th end when the score was 18 all.

The next six ends were a tight tussle with Rule and Atkinson the eventual

winners 24 - 22.

Conditions were much better for bowls last week, as players managed to time afternoon tea with the one rain shower.

In a social game, Eileen Hamann, Dell Steve, Diana O’Brien and Margaret Johnston defeated Sue Morrison, Dian Catelan, Marilyn Allen and Lyn Stevenson/Jan Edgerton 19 - 13.

Innisfail Ladies will host a special Easter Bowls Day on April 5.

Tully Bowls Club

THURSDAY 23rd March

Team 1 Ray Downing/Joan Mercer/Val Bradley (11) v Team 2 Sean Prinsloo/ Pauline Edwards/Ryan Milini (16)

Team 3 Rod Bradley/Rita Pezzutto/ Jason Harrop (7) v Team 4 Robyn Brunello/Val Zamora/Rhys Milini (9)

Winning team out of the hat Robyn/ Brunello/Val Zamora/Rhys Milini

Sunday 26th March.

Great to see a roll-up of 31 bowlers today.

Team 1 Rod Tennant/Joanne Townsend/ Ian Revie (3) v Team 2 Rod Bradley/ Jason Harrop/Ron Senini (16)

Team 3 Ray Wicks/Judy Hood/Betty/ Robyn (3) v Team 4 Lino Ceccato/ Pauline Edwards/Colleen Tennant (18)

Team 5 Peter Smith/Avis Ray/Rita Hudson(9) v Team 6 John Taylor/Joseph Lebretton/Anthony Fitzsimmons (8)

Team 7 Rita Pezzutto/Val Zamora/Brook Wright (7) v Team 8 Ray Downing/Val Bradley/Toni Buick(13)

Team 9 Sean Prinsloo/Joan Mercer/ Donte Fitzsimmons (10) v Team 10 Gavin Buick/Lou Brunello/Kobi (4) After Smoko

Team 1 (6) v Team 4 (7). Team 2 (8) V Team 9 (9). Team 3 (9) v Team 6 (11)

Team 5 (12) v Team 8 (7). Team 7 (5) v Team 10 (7).

Winning team out of the hat Ray Downing/Val Bradley/Toni Buick.

Club Championships

Mens Singles- Peter Smith 25 v John Taylor 16

Ladies Singles- Robyn Brunello 25 v Rita Pezzutto 20

Ladies Pairs- Robyn Brunello/Pauline Edwards 32 v Rita Pezzutto/Avis Ray 6 Mixed Consistency Donte Fitzsimmons 115. v Jason Harrop 155 Ray Downing 124 v Robyn Brunello 156

Easter Saturday, Tully is hosting the Easter Triples. We welcome anyone who would like to come to visit the club and watch some good bowls.

We wish Pam Staier and Bev Harrop, and Steve Szabo a speedy recovery after being out of action for a week or two. Cheers!

Innisfail Men’s Bowls

LAST Thursday afternoon’s social bowls winners were the team of Michael de Vries, Doug Juhas and Rob Croatto.

Visitors and new members are most welcome, with names to be in by 12.30 pm for a 1.00 pm start.

In a game of Club Pairs last Friday, Sergio Dalla Pozza and Steve Stoter defeated John Fossey and Peter Broccardo in a close encounter 15 - 13.

Players need to ensure more club games take place as soon as possible.

Pennants games will be starting soon, so please let the selectors know of your availability.

After going through the regular season undefeated, Innisfail’s team made up of Malcolm Bright, Snow Clark, Sergio Dalla Pozza, Greg McDonald, Bob Chaplain, Sam Micale, Michael de Vries, and Peter Broccardo, tripped at the last hurdle and went down to Cairns in the final of the Barry Wallis Memorial Shield, played last Saturday at South Johnstone Bowls Club.

The club wished to thank the Wallis family for their continued support.

Winner of B Grade for 2023 is Angie Foti

Winning team of the 2023 Allamanda Fours that were played on the 27th of March. Donna Marbelli represented sponsor Hinchinbrook Shire Council to present the prize money.

L-R: Donna Marbelli, Elsa Piotto, Lynette Melvin, Grace Cockrell and Dianne TombaTomba

Innisfail Men’s

President Alf Strano (fourth from left) and Sue Wallis congratulated the Innisfail team, who finished as runners-up in the Barry Wallis Memorial Shield.

Shane Muriata

IF you thought Rugby League couldn't get any better, then last weekend's round of NRL games made me punch my own face, do some sit-ups and pump irons like my good old gym mate from Mission Beach, Arnold Schwarzenegger. I mean, how about those Parramatta Eels? Look, I'm going to go out on a limb here and give my dad's team a well-deserved wrap; I think they deserved to beat the Panthers. The Penny Cats don't really look like a team that's won two flags in a row, and my Nostradamus prediction for 2023 is they won't be there near the trophy by season's end. The Raiders Knights game was an overdue win the Hunter Valley team needed, and one would think they need more wins, not Hunter Region wine. I really like the Sharks with Nicho Hinds leading the way. It sort of reminds me of a young Thurston back in the day, both playing style and hairstyles. The Cowboys needed to come back after last weekend's game, and the Warriors look more like Jake the Muss, not Jake the Peg.

Ok, ok, so I will go steady and keep my calm, but how good were the Bronx against the Fins? It was an epic cross-town game and delivered everything it promised, plus a Kotoni Stagg special. The Dolphins will be back, but for now, they should concentrate on the next game or their season is finished.

This week see our readers get an up-and-personal look at a few more junior players coming through the Tigers ranks who have impressed in the last few weeks. Number one off the list and with a bullet is young gun slinger Jace Taylor at prop. With the Gon as his slaying father, it's no wonder this dude can play. Showcasing speed and strength for his size, his main

Golf News

Innisfail Golf Club

DESPITE a little bit of rain last week, it was not enough to saturate the course with an improvement in weather conditions last weekend.

Members, please remember to repair your pitch marks and old pitch marks on the greens. This helps to keep the green's surface nice and flat for others to putt on.

A massive thank you to the grounds crew, who worked all week tirelessly to get our course into the best condition possible for play last weekend.

Last Friday, Luke Newman conducted junior coaching.

IGC Rules & Etiquette

Last Week's Quiz

Luke can repair the natural wear of

goal this year is to improve himself and the team's performance. If you thought Kevin Davies was bigger than Ben Hur, then his giant of a son Brayden Davis is Andre the Giant. Standing at almost 7 foot on the old scale, Brayden has the hands and skill better than most people in the forwards. His main aim for this year is to get fit and help the team to premiership glory. As favourite people go, this dude is pretty much near the top.

Cooper McCallister is usually at home in the Centres but can easily slot anywhere in the backline. A hard worker, Coop's main reason for wearing the black and gold was to make his team play good footy week in week out.

Last but not least is my mate and truly funny guy, Sipi Sipi. A forward who can mix it with the big boys, Sips has the talent and ability to show the backs how it's done. Light in his feet, this legend can float like a

butterfly and sting like a bee. This 18s side is coming along nicely, so hopefully, in the next few weeks, as the season gets on, we will bring the readers more special access to the team.

Around the community grounds, make sure you get on down to the Tully Flames Soccer club to be amongst the next Kim Carroll or great mate Paul Lardi. They are always on the lookout for new talent. Tully's Pizzatore was on the menu last week, and boy, did it win me over. Make sure you get on down and grab a few pieces of pizza. Speaking of a great meat pie, make sure you check out the pie van down at the Tully Showgrounds that Tully Pies sell and Jesse's Pies in Cardwell. The best pies you will ever eat. And last but not least, Deb Cargnello's cheesecake made all the headlines last week at work when it took home the greatest food in the history of food. Thank you so much, Deb Cargnello; it was the greatest.

the hole on the putting green before putting.

True or False?

Answer: False. A player may repair damage on the putting green without penalty; however, ‘damage on the putting green’ does not include damage or conditions that result from natural wear of the hole. Rule 13.1c.

This week’s Quiz

For Andrew Rose to take free relief from water in the general area of the course, temporary water must be visible before he takes his stance.

True or False?

In Wednesday’s All Sporters 9-hole competition on March 15, Terry Saunders shot the lights out with an average of three points per hole.

Results

1st: Terry Saunders 27pts

2nd: Norm Stewart 24pts

3rd: Jeff McGrath 22pts

NTP - Colin Bidgood

Darren Ritchie shot a solid par round to nudge out club captain Luke Peters and Kevin Walsh by two shots in Friday Sporters competition on March 17.

Results

1st: Darren Ritchie 20pts

2nd: Luke Peters 18pts

3rd: Kevin Walsh 18pts c/b

NTP - Jeff McGrath

The club’s 4BBB competitions are gaining popularity with the team aspect for members. In the 4BBB Stableford on March 18, teams needed better than 40 points to get in the prize rundown.

In the morning groups, Jack Johnston and John McCarthy matched Andrew Rose and Ian Street, with both teams shooting an impressive 42 points.

The afternoon groups knew the scores they had to beat and went to

work. Barry Scott and Jim Ferguson tied the morning leaders on 42 points, with three teams tied at this point.

Kevin Walsh and Rob Mills tied the leaders after 17 holes and only needed to score a point to claim outright victory. Mills holed a nervous three-footer to secure the point and the win.

Results

1st: Rob Mills/Kevin Walsh 43pts

2nd: Andrew Rose/Ian Street 42pts c/b

3rd: Barry Scott/Jim Ferguson 42pts c/b NTPs

1/10 - 4/13 - James Scullen, 7/16 - Aman Singh

2/11 - Des Hensler 5/14 - Marc Di Carlo

8/17 - E Nest

3/12 - Andrew Rose 6/15 - Aman Singh

9/18 - James Scullen

Upcoming Events

Wednesday All Sporters competitionfrom 12.00 pm and 3.00 pm

April 22 - 23 - Innisfail ClassicNomination forms will be out soon.

Left to right: Brayden Davis, Sipi Sipi, Cooper McCallister and Jace Taylor.

Terry Saunders won Wednesday’s All Sporters competition on March 15.

Darren Ritchie won Friday’s Sporters competition on March 17.

Rob Mills was part of the winning duo in the 4BBB Stableford on March 18.

Kevin Walsh teamed up with Rob Mills to win the 4BBB Stableford on March 18.

SPORT

Tully and Innisfail senior rugby league teams kicked off their 2023 season campaign

STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARIA GIRGENTI

LAST Saturday, Leprechauns’ and Tully Tigers senior rugby league teams kicked off their 2023 campaign with the Leprechauns up against Ivanhoe Knights at Smithfield Sporting Complex whilst the Tigers hosted Yarrabah Seahawks in three grades at Tully Showgrounds.

In A-grade, Yarrabah defeated Tully by 44 - 34, whilst Ivanhoe Knights proved too strong for Innisfail with a 4028 victory over Innisfail.

Innisfail’s try scorers: Abraham Waireg-Ingui 2, Tamati Huirama, Madison Barriball, Daniel Mairu. Michael Morton 4 goals.

Morgan Black made his A-grade debut for Tully, whilst Northern Pride allocated players and brothers Feao Tongia and Ponepate Tongia featured in the points.

Tully's try scorers: Feao Tongia, Izaak Toby, Rhaymus Tomarra, Maxiums Patullo, Emmanuel Mukindi, and Ponepate Tongia. Izaak Toby 5 goals.

At full-time in Reserve-grade, Tully registered a convincing 50 - 12 win over Yarrabah, whilst Ivanhoe Knights claimed a 38 - 20 win over Innisfail.

Tully’s try scorers: Thomas Banu 2, Natana Kaisa, Jonty Ivey, Jordon Ketchell 3, Tony Senituli Feseetai, Samuel Ulutui. Luke Fitzgerald 7 goals.

Innisfail’s try scorers: Daniel Dau, Cadmas Creed, William Laza and Ashton Galea. Cameron Anning 2 goals.

Tully’s Under 18 side notched up a dominant 34 - 4 win over Yarrabah, whilst Ivanhoe Knights handed Innisfail a 36 - 18 defeat.

Tully’s try scorers: Raymond Amosa, Cohen Emmi, Xzavier Carlaw, Brayden Davies 3, James Muriata. Cohen Emmi 3 goals.

Innisfail's try scorers: Vincent Anau and Logan Peach. Brooklyn Leedie 3 goals.

FNQRL Round 1 fixtures - March 25

Results:

A-Grade

Ivanhoe Knights 40 def Innisfail 28

Yarrabah 44 def Tully 34

Cairns Brothers 46 def Atherton 22

Kangaroos 24 def Mossman-Port Douglas 20

Mareeba 56 def Edmonton 26

Bye: Southern Suburbs

FNQRL A-Grade ladder - Round 1: Mareeba 2, Cairns Brothers 2, Ivanhoe Knights 2, Yarrabah 2, Kangaroos 2, Southern Suburbs 2, Mossman-Port Douglas 0, Tully 0, Innisfail 0, Atherton 0 and Edmonton 0.

Reserve Grade

Tully 50 def Yarrabah 12

Ivanhoe Knights 38 def Innisfail 20

Cairns Brothers 40 def Atherton 14

Mossman-Port Douglas 20 def Kangaroos 12

Mareeba 26 def Edmonton 24

Under 18

Tully 34 def Yarrabah 4

Ivanhoe Knights 36 def Innisfail 18

Atherton 34 def Cairns Brothers 12

Mareeba 24 def Edmonton 20

Byes: Kangaroos and Southern Suburbs

In Round 2 fixtures, this Saturday, the Innisfail Leprechauns teams host their first home games of the season against Mossman-Port Douglas at Callendar Park, whilst Tully Tigers have another home clash at Tully Showgrounds against Mareeba.

Atherton Gun Club’s monthly shoot results

ON Sunday, March 26, Silkwood Clay

Target Club members attended Atherton Tableland Gun Club’s monthly shoot, with 32 shooters participating in perfect weather conditions.

Congratulations to 17-year-old Emma Thurston, who shot herself into A-Grade.

Results:

Event 1 - 30 Target Double Barrel Cash

Divide

AA - 1st: Graham Walker, Angelo Russo, Michael Thurston, Jar Smaniotto, Duncan Sutherland and Bryan Sanderson - all 29/30

A - 1st: Joseph Micallef 30/30; 2nd: Edgar Collins, Greg Braid, Andrew Casella and Barry Lans-down - all 29/30.

B - 1st: Emma Thurston 30/30; 2nd: Joe Collins, Peter Vit and Rob Draper - all 29/30

C - 1st: Clint Wilkinson 28/30; 2nd: Matthew Chuck 27/30

Event 2 - 45 Target Medley

AA - 1st: Duncan Sutherland 73/75;

2nd: Michael Thurston 72/75; 3rd: Jar Smaniotto 71/75

A - 1st: Barry Lansdown 74/75; 2nd: Maurie Costa 71/75; 3rd: Gary Sayward 94/100 (69/75)

B - 1st: Joe Collins 67/75; 2nd: Emma Thurston 66/75; 3rd: Peter Neubecker 65/75

C - 1st: Clint Wilkinson 72/75; 2nd: Matthew Chuck 66/75; 3rd: Paul Hickson

63/75

Event 3 - 25 Target Single Barrel

AA - 1st: Michael Thurston 30/30 (25/25); 2nd: Jar Smaniotto 29/30 (25/25) - Shoot off

A - 1st: Barry Lansdown 28/29 (24/25); 2nd: Timothy Friend 27/29 (24/25)Shoot off

B - 1st: Rob Draper 23/25; 2nd: Joe Collins 22/25 (23/26), Peter Vit 22/25 (23/26)

C - 1st: Matthew Chuck 18/25; 2nd: Brett Coulthard 16/25

Event 4 - 25 Target Continental

AA - 1st: Duncan Sutherland 54/54 (25/25); 2nd: Michael Thurston 53/54 (25/25) - Shoot off

A - 1st: Andrew Casella 25/25; 2nd: Scott Harper 26/27 (24/25) - Shoot off

B - 1st: Emma Thurston 37/38 (24/25); 2nd: John Stella 36/38 (24/25) - Shoot off

C - 1st: Helen Becke 24/29 (20/25); 2nd: Matthew Chuck 23/29 (20/25) - Shoot off

Morgan Black made his A-grade debut for Tully against Yarrabah last Saturday.

A-grade try scorer Izaak Toby scored one try for Tully. Photo: Tully Tigers.

Madison Barriball (with ball), try scorer for Innisfail in last Saturday’s A-grade game against Ivanhoe Knights.

Innisfail try scorer Tamati Huirama (with ball) in the A-grade game against Ivanhoe Knights.

Atherton Tableland Gun Club and Silkwood Clay Target Club members who attended last Sunday’s monthly shoot at Atherton. Photo: ATGC.

A trio from Tully Swimming Club smashed it up at the FNQ Regional Long Course Championships

MARIA GIRGENTI

THREE Tully Swimming Club members made huge waves at this year’s Far North Queensland Regional Long Course Swimming Championships held at Tobruk Memorial Pool, Cairns, on March 4 - 5.

A total of 268 male and female swimmers who represented 14 clubs from all over Far North Queensland participated, which included Innisfail, Tully, Atherton, Cairns, Edge Hill, Malanda, Mareeba, Central Cairns, Cairns Stingrays, Saints, TAS, Tobruk, Normanton, Cooktown clubs vied for age championship and distance swimmer awards.

Despite only three swimmers, their collective points scored by Sophie McCallum (15 years), Jake Bradley (16 years), and Cooper Sichter (13 years) ranked Tully Swim Club in 10th place amongst the 14 clubs.

This is an impressive achievement, as two swimmers have not trained for six weeks, and one swimmer only trains four sessions per week.

As Tully Swim Club fielded a small team, it could not compete in any of the team (relay) events.

Sophie McCallum received a swag of medals, which included two first places (400m Individual Medley and 50m Butterfly), four second places (200m Backstroke, 200m Butterfly, 100m Backstroke, 50m Backstroke) and one third (100m Butterfly).

McCallum also received the third-place distance champion award for competing in the 400m Individual Medley, 200m Butterfly, 200m Backstroke and 400m

Freestyle events.

Bradley swam four personal best times from six events and placed in the top five in five events.

From eight events, Sichter swam five personal best times, including two huge time improvements and placed in the top eight in three events.

Tully Swim Club coach Ridge Grimsey has 23 members who compete at regular club nights, as well as local or regional meets.

As Tully is a developing club, many members are not old enough to compete at the FNQ Regional Long Course Championships.

The FNQ Regional Long Course Championships is the last regional event of the 2022/23 long course season.

During the season, from September 2022 to March this year, the club has competed at many events, including members who competed at the Queensland State Swimming Titles in Brisbane last December.

Tully held its first club night on March 10, then March 24, with the last for the season scheduled on March 31, and the club’s presentation night on May 6 at Tigers’ Leagues Club.

After more than 25 years, the club is proud to announce one of its members, Sophie McCallum, will compete at the Australian Age National Swimming Championships on the Gold Coast from April 7 - 15.

Any parent can train for free with their children in the children's classes from 4pm to 4.45pm Mondays to Thursdays.

Eva Masina, Neena Curzon, Latoya Ambrum, Makayla Norman and Katara Ambrum from Innisfail

Red Devils Swimming Squad competed at the FNQ Long Course Championships.

Tully Swimming Club members Cooper Sichter, Sophie McCallum and Jake Bradley impressed at the FNQ Regional Long Course Swimming Championships in Cairns.

Sophie McCallum (far right) in third place on the podium for the 100m Butterfly.

Tully Swimming Club members competed in the FNQ Regional Long Course Swimming Championships in Cairns.

THE sea conditions moderated enough over the weekend to allow the average boat to travel out to the islands for a fish. Despite the neap tides, there were some very good reports with boats managing some great Coral Trout, Grass Sweet Lip and Nannygai. I haven't heard any reports of Fingermark; however, they have been biting well, and the tides were ideal for fishing the deeper holes and headlands.

There were also reports of schools of Tuna, Trevally and Queenfish being seen feeding on the large bait schools that are around at present. The School Mackerel have been around in small numbers right through the summer and are still being caught now. I have noticed that some of these Doggies are in a row, so we must have a summer breeding ground here somewhere.

Many of the local rivers still feel the effects of recent rain, and the estuaries are not fishing as well as they could. Rivers such as Mourilyan harbour and the Hull river do clear before the rest and are presently providing reasonable fishing and excellent crabbing. Of course, the Hinchinbrook Channel is the go-to in these conditions, and I had no problem finding reasonable water quality during my trip on Saturday. I found the fishing slow; however, we did end up with a couple of small Barra and a few Mangrove Jacks, so it was an enjoyable day. Unfortunately, we found the fish in the last hour of fishing and had to head for home in the middle of the bite, only just managing to get to the boat ramp in the marina, and it could have been embarrassing. That one more cast nearly got us into trouble.

I am writing this report on Monday, and the forecast is for only light showers and light winds for the later part of the week. This should lead to ideal fishing conditions, so hopefully, by the time you read this report, the fishing will be great. So far this year, there has been great fishing for Coral Trout both around the islands

and out on the main reefs. We should also see some great fishing for Grunter, Fingermark, Whiting and Mud Crabs in the estuaries over the next few weeks.

The freshwater reaches of the coastal creeks are still fishing well for Barra around the run-off drains and creeks. Those chasing Sooty Grunter and Jungle Perch have had to fish the smaller tributaries to find clearer water. As mentioned earlier, hopefully, we will see the rivers turn into that nice green colour by the weekend.

As mentioned earlier, the forecast for this weekend is for light winds and little rain. At this stage, the better weather is for Thursday, Friday and Saturday. On Sunday, it looks as if the wind will increase slightly by later in the afternoon. With good tides and the lead-up to the full moon, we will hopefully see some fantastic fishing.

Either side of the early morning high tide will offer plenty of opportunities, from fishing for Grunter in the estuaries to chasing Coral Trout or Reds out wide.

If you are keen on fishing for Jacks or Barra, I would look at fishing either side of the afternoon low tide.

Either side of the evening high tide will suit fishing for Fingermark in close or chasing Reds out wide. Good Fishing, Roly Newton, Tackle World Tully

LUCINDA MARCH - APRIL

JOHNSTONE RIVER MARCH - APRIL

HULL HEADS MARCH - APRIL

Calen Smart with just one of several barras caught on the Jackson Jester minnow.

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A trio from Tully Swimming Club smashed it up at the FNQ Regional Long Course Championships... page 18

Local athletes impressed at the Queensland School Sport State Triathlon Championships

MARIA GIRGENTI

LAST month, eight local athletes represented Peninsula in the Queensland School Sport State Triathlon Championships held at Torquay Beach, Hervey Bay, from February 3 - 4.

The region had strong representation at the Championships with Kai Greven (Innisfail State College), Harrison Tamblyn, Korey Roberts, Kaiden Roberts, Thomas Tamblyn and Liam Quabba (Tully State High School), Emily Quabba (St Clare’s Tully) and Joshua Lowrey (St Augustine’s, Cairns).

In a fast race, Kai Greven, in Year 11 at Innisfail State College, finished 18/48 overall and 12/29 in his age category.

In his fourth year competing at the championships, Greven’s efforts and dedication to training paid off, as he finished the eighth overall fastest in the 20km bike circuit and 5km run leg in a field of 48 senior male triathletes.

Greven also competed in the Senior Boys’ team relay with Harrison Tamblyn and Alister Hickey (Malanda State High School).

In the relay, Greven completed the 10km bike leg, and their team finished 11/21 in challenging hot, humid, rough and windy conditions against the best senior regional teams.

Results:

Senior Triathlon (750m swim, 20km bike and 5km run)

Kai Greven - 20/83 overall and 12/29 (age group)

Harrison Tamblyn - 37/83 overall and 12/18 (age group)

Korey Roberts - 38/83 overall and 21/29 (age group)

Intermediate Triathlon (500m swim, 15km ride and 4km run)

Kaiden Roberts - 70/149 overall and 29/50 (age group)

Joshua Lowrey - 41/149 overall and 22/50 (age group)

Junior Triathlon (300m swim, 10km ride and 2km run)

Thomas Tamblyn - 70/176 overall and 30/54 (age group)

Liam Quabba - 97/176 overall and 23/32 (age group)

Aquathon (1km run, 200m swim and 1km run)

Emily Quabba - 106/177 overall and 34/63 (age group)

Team event (300m swim, 10km ride and 2km run)

Alister Hickey, Kai Greven and Harrison Tamblyn11/21 overall

Tully triathletes Liam Quabba, Korey Roberts, Harrison Tamblyn, Kaiden Roberts and Thomas Tamblyn.

Kai Greven, Harrison Tamblyn and Alister Hickey finished 11/21 overall in the senior male team event.

Joshua Lowrey during the swim leg.

Kai Greven on the bike.

Thomas Hamblyn during the swim leg.

Emily Quabba competed in the Aquathon.