Times

Time goes so fast!

SARI RUSSO NEE HYYTINEN

IT is interesting to remember how often you heard this phrase growing up and were chomping at the bit, thinking, ‘Ah no, it isn’t going fast enough.’ You just wanted to be in the world and experience all the things the adults were experiencing.

As Mother’s Day has just passed, it is an excellent time to reflect on what mothers do for their children. It is a good moment to remind mothers that sometimes you must stop. You will never stop caring. You will never stop giving your love and support to your family, but there are moments when you also deserve to receive some care.

As a new mum, most of my time is focused wholly and solely on the ever-present needs of my daughter, yet the irony is that does not mean that the time is spent with her. It means that my time focuses more on ensuring her needs are met.

It is SO true that new parents do need to stop and spend that time with their child before it is too late. It is excellent that Lil Miss Mackenzie is a great companion for me to have as I work. But making sure that I remember to take that time to spend on her exclusively before it is gone is so essential.

There have been challenges, but I don’t want to miss the blessings of having a child.

Thank you - Tyto Gallery

THE Tyto Gallery in Ingham has, without a doubt, a most professional gallery team. Some of the best I have had the pleasure to work with during my arts career.

My exhibition, Drawing YOU in - Carl Lumholtz in the Herbert, has been very successful, and a large part of that success is due to the effort, diligence, care and

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.

attention made by the staff. My thanks to you, Renee Poppi, Dianne, Kelannei and Leonie. You have done a magnificent job. My thanks also to Councillor Donna Marbelli for your part in the proceedings at the opening and your support throughout. Valerie Keenan

Valerie Keenan PhD Tully

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A local trio to walk proudly in The Legacy Centenary Torch Relay, Cairns leg

Maria Girgenti

THREE passionate Veterans advocates from the Cassowary Coast will participate in the Cairns leg of The Legacy Centenary Torch Relay, which starts at Tobruk Memorial Pool on May 24.

They gained selection from thousands of compelling applications, and all torchbearers had personal connections with Legacy or the defence community, Alexis Valiente, Patty Flood-Warren from Tully, and Gina Ryan from Mission Beach will proudly carry the torch in the Relay hosted by Legacy Australia and Defence Health.

Gina Ryan's husband, David, sadly passed away in January, so Gina and her daughter Megan regard it as an honour to take part after they received an invitation to take his place.

"Legacy has been extremely supportive to my needs provide excellent assistance help access the services you need."

For many years, David Ryan was a devoted Legatee. He was assigned to support Alexis Valiente and Patty Flood-Warren when they lost their fathers, so they both formed a strong connection with him.

Valiente's father, Eric Bryde, aged 90, was a World War II veteran who served from 1943 - 1946, and Flood-Warren's father served in Vietnam.

Alexis Valiente from Tully, a volunteer Legatee for Far North Queensland Legacy, first became involved with Legacy in 2013 after her father's passing.

"The support my mother and I received emotionally and socially from Legacy was invaluable."

"Our dedicated legatee advocated for our rights and entitlements and was always there for us, whenever we needed advice or just someone to talk to in the earlier stages of our loss."

"Legacy became somewhat of a second family to my mother and I and provided an opportunity for us to mingle with other women and families who had also experienced loss."

"In 2017, I was honoured to be inducted as a Legatee and since then have proudly given my time to help support beneficiaries in Cardwell, Tully and Mission Beach."

"I know from my own personal experience, how important it is to continue with the work that Legacy does."

Legacy provides a range of services tailored to the diverse individual needs of veterans' families, including case management, referral pathways, well-being, financial assistance, advocacy and personalised care.

A network of dedicated volunteers known as Legatees, who receive support or help connect those in need to social workers/mental health professionals, deliver these services.

The Relay started in Pozieres, France, on April 23, then travelled to meet His Majesty the King at Buckingham Palace, London, before arriving in Western Australia, where it began its six-month journey around all Australian states.

The torch journey, which runs until October 13, will clock up over 50,000kms, carried by around 1,500 torch bearers, supported by 2,000 volunteers, stops at all 45 Legacy Clubs worldwide and hopes to raise $10 million.

Far North Queensland Legacy services over 200 widows and families of deceased or incapacitated veterans from Cardwell to Thursday Island.

Torchbearers are fundraising for Legacy, and so far, Valiente has raised just over $700 and hopes to reach her target of $1,000.

Please visit http://www.legsforlegacy.com.au/ fundraisers and search Alexis Valiente and Patty Flood-Warren to donate, as every dollar goes towards supporting the families of deceased/ incapacitated veterans.

Find Your Future in Hinchinbrook 2023, Upcoming Events and Feral Pig Aerial Shoot

Find Your Future in Hinchinbrook 2023

Be part of the ‘Find your Future in Hinchinbrook’ movement.

On Tuesday 23 May 2023 from 1.00pm to 5.00pm, ‘Find Your Future in Hinchinbrook’ will be held at the TYTO Conference and Events Centre and will showcase local career and employment opportunities and training pathways available to residents of the Shire.

The event offers a chance for parents and carers to support and encourage their child, and play a more informed role in their career planning process.

It also provides an opportunity for those who may be looking for a career change, new employment or upskilling opportunities, to explore pathways to making that change.

North Queensland Visitor Information Centre Volunteer Conference

From Wednesday 17 May to Thursday 18 May 2023, Council hosted the 2023 North Queensland Visitor Information Centre Volunteer Conference at the Hinchinbrook Shire Hall.

Council is pleased to see volunteers from Townsville,

Burdekin and Charters Towers regions attend the two day conference.

The Conference coincides with National Volunteer Week which runs from Monday 15 May to Sunday 21 May 2023. Council took this opportunity to say thank you to our valuable Volunteers for the time and service which they dedicate to serving their communities.

Super Mario Bros (PG)

A Brooklyn plumber named Mario travels through the Mushroom Kingdom with a princess named Peach and an anthropomorphic mushroom named Toad to find Mario's brother, Luigi, and to save the world from a ruthless fire-breathing Koopa named Bowser.

Date: Saturday 20 May 2023

Time: 10.30am

Where: JL Kelly Theatre 76 Townsville Road Ingham

Cost: $10 - $15

Air: Courtina a Legend (MA) Follows the history of shoe salesman Sonny Vaccaro, and how he led Nike in its pursuit of the greatest athlete in the history of basketball: Michael Jordan.

Date: Saturday 20 May 2023

Time: 2.30pm

Where: JL Kelly Theatre

Cost: $10 - $15

Mafia Mamma (MA 15+)

An American mom inherits her grandfather's mafia empire in Italy. Guided by the firm's consigliere, she hilariously defies everyone's expectations as the new head of the family business.

Date: Saturday 20 May 2023

Time: 6.30pm

Where: JL Kelly Theatre

Cost: $10 - $15

80 for Brady (M)

The movie is inspired by the true story of four best friends and New England Patriots fans who take a life-changing trip to Super Bowl LI to see their hero Tom Brady play, and the chaos that ensues as they navigate the wilds of the biggest sporting event in the country.

Date: Sunday 21 May 2023

Time: 10.30am

Where: JL Kelly Theatre

Cost: $10 - $15

Mavka: The Forest Song (PG)

Mavka - a soul of the Forest - faces an impossible choice between love and her duty as guardian to the Heart of the Forest, when she falls in love with a human - the talented young musician Lukash. The story is about the magical power of love.

That kind of love that enables human nature to find the magic within and reveals abilities and qualities that empower a person to reach beyond possible and to hold against evil and human vice

Date: Sunday 21 May 2023

Time: 2.30pm

Where: JL Kelly Theatre

Cost: $10 - $15

National Simultaneous Storytime - The Speedy Sloth

Join us at Rotary Park, as we read "The Speedy Sloth" by Rebecca Young and illustrated by Heath McKenzie at the same time as other libraries, schools, and educational facilities across Australia.

Date: Wednesday 24 May 2023

Time: 11.00am

Where: Rotary Park Ingham

To RSVP please visit https://bit.ly/3VYq6Fb.

Feral Pig Aerial Shoot to Commence in June 2023

Council, in co-operation with the Department of

Council wishes to advise that reconstruction works on Tokalon Road Blackrock commenced on Monday 15 May, with completion anticipated by Friday 16 June 2023, weather permitting.

Works may occur between 7.00am and 5.00pm Monday to Saturday.

A full road closure will be in place between 169 Tokalon Road and 232 Tokalon Road for the duration of these works.

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.

Environment and Science and the Department of Resources, intends to conduct an aerial shoot to control feral pigs.

The areas covered during this program will include “The Orient”, Lamari’s on Suthers Road, “Mungalla”, Accornero’s on Abswold Road, and parcels of land that are under the management of participating organisations between and adjacent to Palm Creek to the North, and Insulator Creek to the South. Weather permitting, this program will take place on Thursday 1 June 2023 and Friday 2 June 2023 between the hours of 5.30am and 6.30pm each day.

To ensure the safety of the public while this program is being conducted, access to the National Parks Estate, Bronte Road and the Halifax Bay Wetlands will be closed during these times. Access to huts on Bronte Road will be permitted outside of the planned control times.

Should you require any further information or clarification concerning this matter, please contact Council’s Biosecurity Team Leader, Matthew Buckman on 4776 4740 for the necessary assistance.