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Brian and Gail Ernst would like to thank the Tully community and surrounding communities for their continued support and loyalty over the past 23 years. Your support of a local business has kept many local people employed, and your money has stayed within the community. To our wonderful staff, past and present – we could not have done it without you –thank you so much!

We hope that you will all welcome and support the new owners. We are excited for them, the staff and the community, as they are committed and motivated – exciting times ahead!

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Senator Penny Allman-Payne -Queensland Greens, Senator Gerard Rennick Queensland LNP, Senator Matt Canavan Queensland National Party, Senator Linda White Victorian Labor and Senator Malcolm Roberts Queensland One Nation Party senate inquiry committee members.

Cardwell and District Pickleball Club celebrated their 3rd anniversary

TREVOR KIDD – SECRETARY CDPC

ON May 11, 2020, a sunny Monday morning, Gabi Plumm introduced three unsuspecting Cardwellians to the new sport of Pickleball (PB). Georgie, Sue & Lyn put their hands up to try this cross between Table tennis, Badminton and Tennis. Although PB has been around in the US since 1965 and since 2016 in Australia, it is relatively new to us here in Cardwell. It has since become more widely known, and there are now clubs all across Australia. Only the Northern Territory has yet to catch the bug.

The three original PB debutantes are still playing at the Cardwell tennis courts, and a dedicated group meets twice a

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week for a friendly hit.

Mrs Sue Metcalfe says, "At age sixty nine, with poor ball skills and coordination, I was reluctant to try pickleball! However, my hand eye coordination has improved, and although I'm no champion, I enjoy the game each week. The social interactions add to the game."

Our club members recently undertook a working bee to clean the mould off the court surfaces and remove weeds around the edges. The fresh, new-look courts will encourage our players to get out on the courts and enjoy the game even more.

We welcome any new players to our Club.

THOUGH we live in the world, we do not wage war as the world does. The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.

2 Corinthians 10:3-5 NIV

While we have the Sword, we must remember to put on the whole armour of God. There is nothing new under the sun, and God has given us everything we need to take a stand.

Intrusive thoughts (thoughts that come into your mind and you say to yourself: what is wrong with me? Or why would I even think that?), Nightmares (being tormented in your sleep), unhealthy habits are all from the enemy to keep us bound.

This is not the plan God has for uswith Repentance and, in some cases, deliverance, and then applying God's armour; we can stand boldly against the enemy's schemes.

We activate the Armour of God by Prayer. In all circumstances and

situations, acknowledge the Holy Spirit. You can talk to the Holy Spirit and God through your thoughts. It doesn't have to come out of your mouth verbally. Apply and activate the armour of God every day. I do this in the morning, before leaving my home. Anytime you are in a challenging environment (going somewhere that makes you feel uncomfortable or nervous), activate your armour.

Therefore put on the whole armour of God so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground and, after you have done everything, stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, the breastplate of righteousness in place, and your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the Sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord's people.

Ephesians 6:13-18 NIV

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ESCAPE the stresses of life and embark on a journey through the enchanting wonders of Paronella Park and Mamu Tropical Skywalk. Nestled in the heart of our lush rainforests, this day trip promises a perfect blend of adventure, history, and natural beauty.

Begin your excursion at Paronella Park, a hidden gem boasting a captivating blend of architectural marvels and pristine landscapes. As you wander through the lush gardens and structures, you’ll be transported back in time to the vision of José Paronella, the Park’s visionary creator. Learn about his dream of creating a place where people could escape the world’s worries and be immersed in the serenity of nature.

After a delightful exploration of Paronella Park, continue your adventure to Mamu Tropical Skywalk. This eco-tourism attraction offers an unparalleled perspective of the rainforest canopy, allowing you to walk amidst the treetops. As you traverse the elevated walkways, marvel at the breathtaking panoramic views, rare flora and fauna, and the symphony of sounds surrounding you. The skywalk provides an

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educational experience, offering insights into the intricate ecosystem and the importance of rainforest conservation.

As the day transitions into the evening, make your way to the Mena Creek Hotel for a delectable dinner. This historic establishment exudes charm and character, providing a delightful culinary experience that perfectly complements the day’s adventures. Relish in the flavours of locally sourced ingredients, savouring every bite while enjoying the warm hospitality of the friendly staff.

To conclude your day trip on a magical note, return to Paronella Park for their captivating evening experience. Witness the Park come alive as the sun sets, casting a mesmerizing glow on the picturesque grounds. Knowledgeable staff guide you through the Park, revealing a tapestry of colours and shadows. Immerse yourself in the ethereal beauty as you listen to the whispers of history echoing through the night… and then settle in for the fifteen-minute light and sound show to cap off a perfect evening.

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It shouldn't take a Senate inquiry!

IT took a senate inquiry for the ANZ Bank to be put on the spot to admit that there never was a consultation with the Ingham community when they closed the Ingham branch in 2018. From the evidence presented to the enquiries, the decisions were made solely to cut costs and boost profits, not because the banks were running at a loss.

Senator Penny Allman-Payne - Queensland Greens, “We know that regional Australians contribute a huge amount to our national economy and I think it’s a real insult for them to hear in the evidence this morning given by the ANZ bank that when they decided to close

their rural branches during the inquiry, Senator Malcolm Roberts - Queensland One Nation Party expressed the following concern: “It will just be another committee with books gathering dust on the shelves unless we make some structural changes. We need a people’s bank. A public bank. That is emerging well and truly. Before it was gutted, one of the most important things of the original public bank was that it provided accountability because the other big banks had to face the competition from the Commonwealth Bank.”

The inquiry outlined ANZ’s 56 regional closures since the start of 2021, including 21 in NSW, 19 in Victoria, eight in Queensland, four in Tasmania and two in South Australia and Western Australia.

this is a breach of the social contract where banks are meant to provide services to the community.”

Senator Linda White - Victorian Labor, “What we heard, which is incredibly important, is that many people who worked in banks also perform other jobs among community groups. They are active participants in their communities, and if they can’t get jobs in regional areas, there are not often people who can fill that.

“So, I think it is a broader spectrum of issues that we have to look at and that’s been shown in the inquiry so far and we can’t ignore what is happening.”

Senator Malcolm Roberts Queensland - One Nation Party, “This is happening in the regions of Queensland which are the powerhouse of Australia. That is where the money is being earnt for our export income. Agriculture and mining are the drivers of our strong balance sheet in this country. This enquiry has seen all people working together and it has been wonderful.”

Senator Matt Canavan - Queensland National Party, “The most important thing we can do for young people is to support a strong economy, support the industries that thrive and survive here. Because obviously if there are no jobs young people won’t be able to stay.

“Places like Ingham are great places to base yourself for a fantastic weekend of fishing and going to the beach. Exploring our natural landscape, but you also need something to do between Monday and Friday.

“That is one of the other reasons why we need to keep groups like banks in town. There are very few professional jobs available in some country towns. Sometimes a bank, a council, are the few jobs there are that aren’t working out in the sun and when increasingly both the mother and father are working you need to provide a mix of jobs in a town to keep a family there.”

their branch here in Ingham they didn’t consult one person in this community and the people who made that decision were located in offices in the capital cities.”

Senator Matt Canavan - Queensland National Party, the committee chair, informed that the inquiry, formed after the recent bank closures were announced across the country to, “Make sure that Australians have adequate access to financial services.”

The committee is determined to be a solutionfocused group.

The Senate members question whether Australia needs a return to when there was a publicly owned bank to keep the other banks accountable. The inquiry shows that real structural integrity needs to return to the Australian banking system. Particularly as the major banks have been on a campaign closing regional banks before the Regional Banking Taskforce 2021’s recommendation that the banks complete a closure impact assessment outlining community consultation starts in five weeks.

After observing the major banks’ conduct towards

Westpac is known for its poor track record regarding closing regional branches, and it has closed nearly 600 branches since the 1970s. After the embarrassing round of questioning they received in Dale due to the Senate inquiry, they chose not to attend the second hearing in Cloncurry and informed that the eight banks they set to be closed would no longer be closed. This includes Cloncurry, Ingham and Tully.

Rural communities have feared for the future of their towns for a significant period as essential services leave. Despite the hope that had been gathering of the growth in rural communities as city residents had started to move to the country due to covid, this movement did not stop the bank closures in rural communities from being decided by the bank’s city executives. Regarding banking in rural areas, they rely on face-to-face services for farming operations and access to cash for events and volunteer organisations.

“What we learnt from the hearing today and yesterday is that the banks made as much money today as what they did prior to the banks closing,” said Senator Gerard Rennick - Queensland LNP, “Clearly

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Uni Kick fundraising for UNHCR passes through Ingham

KATRIINA HYYTINEN

UNI Kick has chosen to fundraise by travelling from Melbourne to Cairns on a scooter. Uni chose a scooter as he considered it a significant challenge.

He left Melbourne on January 24 and is heading to Cairns. He hopes to arrive on May 27 and was travelling through Ingham Tuesday, May 23.

Having fundraised for other causes before this time, the UNHCR team chose to fundraise for Refugees on this occasion. They decided to fundraise for refugees this time because Uni met a Ukrainian family at Port Macquarie and learned about their unknowable situation online.

The family had no choice but to leave the country due to war. The father was shot by a gun and hospitalised.

Uni spoke to him in person on a video call, and it made him think a lot about raising funds to help the family.

Uni believes that activities like this are prone to misconceptions but assures the

public that the money raised will not be included for use on his travels up the coast!

"I mean, I don't need the money myself. Travel or tent rental costs nothing. Travel is a kickboard, so there is no travel fee," said Uni. "I also have a healthy body that works! So, I don't have to worry about this trip because I worked for a year and collected money for the trip.

"I hope you can support this."

If you want to support me and can, please visit https://www.teamunhcr.org.au/unikicks

Anyone can donate there.

The money raised will provide refugees with food, clothing, and shelter. Aid is mainly for those affected by the recent earthquakes in Syria and the war in Ukraine.

Find him on Instagram: UNI.KICK and FACEBOOK; UNI KICK

Community provided input on bench/picnic table locations

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RECENTLY, Cassowary Coast Regional Council sought community input on their preferred locations for the installation of benches and picnic tables across the region.

Interested residents and visitors used the Your Say site and placed a pin where they would like to see these facilities installed.

CCRC received a total of 48 contributions for locations across our region.

CCRC wanted to thank all contributors for taking the time to provide feedback on this matter.

This feedback highlighted the locations that matter to our residents and visitors and will ensure future facilities are in or near these key locations.

CCRC is currently developing its

Open Space Strategy and suggestions for additional furniture in Council managed Parks and Open Spaces with assessments made in conjunction with this process.

Suggested locations across the Cassowary Coast:

• Bingil Bay - two suggestions

• Coconuts - two suggestions

• East Innisfail - six suggestions

• Etty Bay - one suggestion

• Flying Fish Point - one suggestion

• South Mission Beach - five suggestions

• Mission Beach - eight suggestions

• Wongaling Beach - twenty-four suggestions

The Public Consultation report can be found via yoursay.cassowarycoast.qld. gov.au/beach-foreshore-furniture.

Regional Rainfall Report

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News in Brief Cassowary Coast News in Brief Hinchinbrook
REGION INGHAM CARDWELL TULLY INNISFAIL BABINDA Last 7 Days mm 0mm .2mm 0mm 3.6 mm - mm MTD mm 9mm 20mm 115.2mm 68.8 mm - mm YTD 1111mm 1139.2mm 2210.1mm 2221.4mm 1621.6mm
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Conversion - Developing Skills and Gaining Employment

LAST Friday saw twelve successful graduates, Happy Days Training, Farmsafe Queensland, Ms Mary Brown, President of the Hinchinbrook Chamber of Commerce Industry and Tourism, Wilmar and QITE gathered to celebrate the completion of a Cane Haulout Operators course. The course had been conducted over the five days prior at the Macknade Mill. It was the first industry training course offered in the Hinchinbrook area since 2015.

After noticing a struggle to locate suitable employees to fill required can haulout positions through the cane harvesting season in 2022, a group of industries relevant to sugar harvesting collaborated to offer a successful training course. The eligible students gained essential skills required by the sugar industry.

There has been a skills shortage in the cane haulout industry for many years, but Hinchinbrook had previously made do. Unfortunately, an immediate and chronic skills shortage in 2022 was noted, and the sugar industry indicated that if nothing was done to rectify the situation, it would have resulted in a struggle to complete the 2023 season. The discussions about

running the course have been occurring for many years, but the problematic 2022 season accelerated the process.

When asked whether the training would occur again, Mary Brown, the current President of the Hinchinbrook Chamber of Commerce Industry and Tourism, responded, “This project could not have happened without all parties involved. Chamber took the lead in getting some grant funding. We were successful in getting that funding from the local jobs recovery program. We partnered with Happy Days Training who is the RTO, Farmsafe Queensland which provided the Trainer assessor, HSCPL who provided trainers and equipment, Wilmar who provided the site and QITE, the partner provider with Workforce Australia who assessed the students for their suitability for the acquired funding.”

The successful completion of the course is only the start. Moving forward, there is a plan to develop more successful career pathways in agriculture.

Harvester operators that require staff to conduct their services in 2023 were invited to the course completion day, and some students notified Ms Brown that they had successfully gained employment post-training.

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Letters to the editor

Where is the toilet paper?

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What does it take to succeed?

SARI RUSSO NEE HYYTINEN

Many thoughts go around in the modern social media environment as to what it takes to have a successful business.

There are often multiple factors that are advertised.

One of the most concerning thoughts I have noticed is that people want a business where they do not need to work. They want to be a millionaire without needing to do any work.

This is doable. But there are no guarantees; to make it happen, you have to be willing to work. It would help if you spent the time to create something that produces the relevant cash flow, but the belief that this will happen quickly is such a mistaken thought.

One of the most annoying advertisements I hear now is "Shopping like a millionaire."

I wouldn't say I like this advertisement as it makes being a millionaire more significant than it is. Anyone who has aged would likely agree that happiness isn't money but is instead the people who are important in our lives.

Yes, money is helpful, but I like it when people believe it is useful but don't make it the most important thing in their lives.

It is all about perspective.

Today, Monday, May 22, at 12:30pm, (lunch time) I discovered that none of the 3 ladies’ toilets at the Tully Transit Centre had any toilet paper. It had not been stolen since each roll bolt was securely padlocked. There were visitors everywhere, and as I was leaving, a bus pulled in!

What a wonderful welcome visitors receive when they come to Tully.

Weekly Bible Verse

LUKE 4:8, NKJV:

And Jesus answered and said to him, “Get behind me, Satan! For it is written, ‘You shall worship the Lord your God, and Him only you shall serve.’”

Never mind spending a huge amount of ratepayers’ money re-developing an area that does not need it, what about the most basic service provision of toilet paper for the very few public toilets, affording locals and visitors a modicum of human decency?

Yours sincerely,

Tully

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Crunchy Chickpea Pies

Serves: 4

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cook time: 30 minutes

2 ½ serves per portion

Ingredients

1 large onion, diced

100g bacon, fat trimmed and diced

2 teaspoons classic pesto

1 teaspoon Korma curry paste, mild

400g can chickpeas, reduced salt, drained and rinsed 400g can diced tomatoes, salt reduced

1 cup cornflakes, crushed

1 cup cheese, reduced fat, grated

Method

PREHEAT oven to 160°C.

HEAT a frying pan with a drizzle of olive oil and fry onion and bacon for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and transfer to a large bowl.

DISSOLVE pesto and curry paste in 1 teaspoon of hot water.

ADD chickpeas, tomatoes, and pesto mix to the bowl with the onion and bacon in it. Mix well.

PLACE mixture into 4 large ramekins (with about a 1 cup capacity).

COMBINE corn flakes with grated cheese and top each ramekin with a quarter of the mixture. BAKE for 30 minutes.

Recipe courtesy of Marjorie Shannen, Springsure 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/.

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New Interim Chief Executive Officer Appointed and Submissions Extended for Draft Shoreline Erosion Management Plan

New Interim Chief Executive Officer Appointed for Hinchinbrook Shire Council

Council held a Special Meeting on Tuesday 23 May

2023 to appoint Michelle Webster as the new interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for Hinchinbrook Shire Council, effective Thursday 25 May 2023.

Council is pleased to appoint Michelle, who will be sharing her 26 years’ experience as a Local Government professional.

Over the past 11 years, Michelle has held a Senior Executive position with Central Highlands Regional Council.

This has seen Michelle living and working within several regional and remote communities of Central Queensland.

This experience has provided Michelle a broad understanding of the benefits and challenges of living and working in a regional community similar to Hinchinbrook.

From a professional perspective, Michelle has been successful as an Acting CEO and General Manager across various departmental portfolios of Local Government business.

Michelle has successfully delivered extensive capital works, commercial, corporate and community programs.

Michelle has served as the Executive Officer of the Central Highlands (Qld) Housing Company Limited and Michelle holds tertiary qualifications in Commerce, Management, Local Government Planning and Project Management. She is a graduate and member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and is currently a Board Member of the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service.

Michelle recently retired from Central Highlands Regional Council to undertake interim CEO appointment.

Michelle has commented that she is, “very excited by the opportunity to relieve as Council’s Interim CEO as I am no stranger to the area having regularly holidayed in Lucinda”.

Michelle will be relied upon over the next three month period to lead and support the team with its planned delivery of Council’s Capital Works program, 2023-2024 Budget and continuity of services to the communities, whilst the permanent CEO recruitment process is undertaken.

Council’s current CEO, Kelvin Tytherleigh has resigned to accept the role of General Manager at Moree Plains Council in Northern NSW.

Kelvin’s last day with Hinchinbrook Shire Council will be Friday 26 May 2023.

Council wishes Kelvin all the best with his future endeavours and thanks him for his service the past two and a half years.

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

Find Your Future in Hinchinbrook 2023 Wrap Up

On Tuesday 23 May 2023, Council hosted Find Your Future in Hinchinbrook 2023 at the TYTO Conference and Events Centre.

This event showcased local career and employment opportunities and training pathways available to residents in the Shire. It was also a chance for parents and carers to support and encourage their child, and play a more informed role in their career planning process.

Feral Pig Aerial Shoot to Commence in June 2023 Council, in co-operation with the Department of 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.

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.

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.

Submissions Extended for Draft Shoreline Erosion Management Plan

After 12 months of investigations, community consultation, cost benefit analysis and expert advice, Council is pleased to release the final draft of its Shoreline Erosion Management Plan (SEMP) for Hinchinbrook’s coastal localities.

Council is seeking submissions from the public before considering the SEMP for endorsement.

Once adopted by Council, the document will be submitted to the Queensland Government for approval, where the actions in the SEMP will be assessed, making future application for any necessary works easier to obtain.

A copy of the draft SEMP is available on Council’s website, Hinchinbrook Shoreline Erosion Management Plan Community Consultation page.

Submissions are to be made in writing to council@hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au by 11.59pm Sunday 4 June 2023.

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Image: Council's New Interim CEO, Michelle Webster.

New Interim Chief Executive Officer Appointed for Hinchinbrook Shire Council

HINCHINBROOK SHIRE COUNCIL

COUNCIL held a Special Meeting today, Tuesday, May 23 2023 to appoint Michelle Webster as the new interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for Hinchinbrook Shire Council effective Thursday, May 25, 2023. Council is pleased to appoint Michelle, who will be sharing her 26 years’ experience as a Local Government professional.

Over the past 11 years, Michelle has held a Senior Executive position with Central Highlands Regional Council. This has seen Michelle living and working within several regional and remote communities of Central Queensland. This experience has provided Michelle a broad understanding of the benefits and challenges of living and working in a regional community similar to Hinchinbrook.

From a professional perspective, Michelle has been successful as an Acting CEO and General Manager across various departmental portfolios of Local Government business. Michelle has successfully delivered extensive capital works, commercial,

corporate and community programs.

Michelle has served as the Executive Officer of the Central Highlands (Qld) Housing Company Limited and Michelle holds tertiary qualifications in Commerce, Management, Local Government Planning and Project Management. She is a graduate and member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and is currently a Board Member of the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service.

Michelle recently retired from Central Highlands Regional Council to undertake interim CEO appointment. Michelle has commented that she is, “very excited by the opportunity to relieve as Council’s Interim CEO as I am no stranger to the area having regularly holidayed in Lucinda”.

Michelle will be relied upon over the next three months period to lead and support the team with its planned delivery of Council’s Capital Works program, 2023-2024 Budget and continuity of services to the communities, whilst the permanent CEO recruitment process is undertaken.

Council’s current CEO, Kelvin Tytherleigh has

resigned to accept the role of General Manager at Moree Plains Council in Northern NSW. Kelvin’s last day with Hinchinbrook Shire Council will be Friday, May 26, 2023. Council wishes Kelvin all the best with his future endeavours and thanks him for his service the past two and half years.

No plan for renewables as FNQ community launches new anti-wind campaign

ON BEHALF OF KAP KENNEDY MP BOB KATTER AND KAP HILL MP SHANE KNUTH

A NEW campaign has been launched in opposition of a major wind farm proposal in a small but passionate Far North Queensland community, as residents rallied against the “forest destroying” development.

More than 50 determined Ravenshoe and Tablelands residents gathered earlier this week at the town’s Kuradilla Park to continue voicing their opposition against the 86-turbine Chalumbin wind farm, alongside Katter’s Australian Party MPs Bob Katter and Shane Knuth.

The event also marked the unveiling of a series of new banners set to be displayed around Ravenshoe, as the community builds momentum on constant delays to a decision by Federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek. Ms Plibersek has discussed the project on multiple occasions with Mr Katter ahead of her decision, ultimately postponing it, a result the Kennedy MP described as “positive.”

“The minister has told me she’s aware of the threat to wildlife, the threat to the environment with erosion and irreversible damage these wingtip to wingtip blades going up would cause,” Mr Katter said.

“I’m no greenie, but today I’m on their side. We’re

united here to protect our nature wonderland. We will not allow the destruction of our forests wildlife, for what – maybe a 15 or 20-year life in these wind turbines.”

Mr Katter pointed out his office had been advised that on October 31 last year, the AEMO updated the nearby Kaban wind farm closure date from 2048 to 2043, reducing the total operational period to 20 years.

Hill MP Shane Knuth said if ever there was a town that had been continually done over, Ravenshoe was on top of the list.

“Locals have been rallying to stop a third windfarm that will consist of some of the tallest turbines in the southern hemisphere and destroy up to 3000 acres of wet sclerophyll forests with threatened and endangered species,” Mr Knuth said.

Bob Katter and I attended the Keep Chalumbin Wild rally to continue the pressure on both state and federal governments to put a stop to this foreign-owned development.”

Committee member of Rainforest Reserves Australia and local conservationist Steven Nowakowski also attended the rally and said decarbonation should not come at the expense of sacrificing biodiversity.

Mr Nowakowski said following recent meetings with the state government, his primary concern was the lack of regulation and planning required in the renewable

energy industry.

“Mick de Brenni, the state Energy Minister has made it clear that there is no plan whatsoever for the rollout of renewables,” Mr Nowakowski said.

“Big wind companies are simply picking where they want to set up shop and the state government is steam rolling all development applications through regardless if the wind farm is even in a high wind resource area.

“There urgently needs to be proper planning for the rollout of renewables. If this is not done then there is a high likelihood we will end up with stranded assets or renewable energy projects that are not fit for purpose and don’t deliver the energy capacity that is required.”

8 | Wet Tropic Times Thursday, May 25, 2023 COMMUNITY

Innisfail Breast Cancer Support Group continue to lend a helping hand

MARIA GIRGENTI

LAST month, over thirty ladies from across the Cassowary Coast region recently attended a morning tea hosted by the Innisfail Breast Cancer Support Group and held for the first time at the Tully QCWA Hall.

This hugely successful event saw 15 women who had a mastectomy with the fitting of specialised bras and prostheses assisted by Alison Skardon from Figgers.

Two new ladies received a $75 voucher from IBCSG, whilst another lady picked up a voucher in the lucky draw.

These vouchers assisted with the cost of bras and prostheses, and all ladies had an opportunity to connect with other women over a delicious morning tea catered for by Mourilyan Bakery.

A raffle took place on the day, which raised $200, which included fantastic prizes sourced by Tully QCWA member Noeleen Byrne, with generous donations from

local businesses Petals and Beanz, Tully Raycare Family Pharmacy, Live Life Pharmacy and Tully QCWA ladies.

IBCSG especially wanted to thank Tully QCWA members for the use of their facilities and their assistance on the day.

So far, IBCSG has donated 300 chemotherapy/ radiation care packs, 200 post-therapy packs and six packs suitable for men.

These packs are delivered to the McGrath Breast Care nurses in Cairns, which are subsequently distributed to ladies from Thursday Island to Cardwell, Atherton Tablelands and west to Croydon, who have been diagnosed with breast cancer and are undergoing chemotherapy/radiation.

For further information on IBCSG, please contact coordinator Zoe Dunne on 0419 270 026 via email: innisfailbcsupport@gmail.com, or by visiting the Innisfail Breast Cancer Support Group Facebook page.

Hinchinbrook Shire Releases Draft Shoreline Erosion Management Plan

HINCHINBROOK SHIRE COUNCIL

AFTER 12 months of investigations, community consultation, cost benefit analysis and expert advice, Council is pleased to release the final draft of its Shoreline Erosion Management Plan (SEMP) for Hinchinbrook’s coastal localities.

The SEMP provides a road map of potential actions for Council to consider as the challenges of increased erosion, due to changes in environmental conditions, sand supply, rising sea levels and likely increase in severe weather events impact, the future and longevity

of our coastal communities.

It is important to note, that although these options and activities have been investigated and assessed using the best available information, Council will take into consideration the relative threat to public infrastructure, available funding and the likelihood of success and support for such actions on a case by case basis.

Council is seeking submissions from the public before considering the SEMP for endorsement. Once adopted by Council, the document will be submitted to the Queensland Government for approval, where the

actions in the SEMP will be assessed, making future application for any necessary works easier to obtain.

A copy of the draft SEMP is available on Council’s website, Hinchinbrook Shoreline Erosion Management Plan Community Consultation page.

Submissions are to be made in writing to council@ hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au by 11.59 pm Sunday, May 14 2023.

Should you require any further information regarding this project, please visit Council’s website, or contact the project team by phone on 4776 4740.

Wet Tropic Times | 9 Thursday, May 25, 2023 COMMUNITY
The chemotherapy/radiation and post-surgery care packs made up by IBCSG which are distributed to ladies and men throughout Far North Queensland. Therese Forrest, Gail Bromell, Kathy Torres, Debra McAteer, Zoe Dunne and Christine Brady at IBCSG’s bra fitting day and morning tea at Tully QCWA Hall. Ladies and Tully QCWA members at the bra fitting day and morning tea hosted by IBCSG at Tully QCWA Hall.

Fatal traffic crash, Midgenoo

MYPOLICE ON MAY 21, 2023

THE Forensic Crash Unit is investigating after a male cyclist died following a traffic crash at Midgenoo, northeast of Tully, last night. Initial investigations indicate around 7:30pm, a Toyota RAV4 was travelling northbound along the Bruce Highway, between Feluga Rd and Midgenoo Rd, before it crashed with a southbound cyclist…

Located stolen property, Tully

SENIOR CONSTABLE JANE MORAN MAY 22, 2023

INVESTIGATORS executed a search warrant earlier this month in the Tully area and as a result, officers located a large quantity of property including power tools, jewellery and watches.

The property is suspected of being stolen and is

likely linked to recent burglaries across the Far North.

If you recognised any items or you know who may own these, please contact Policelink on 131 444 and quote police report number QP2300814062.

Proof of ownership may be required to claim property.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

SENIOR CONSTABLE JANE MORAN ON MAY 22, 2023

Charges, Silkwood

Around 3.30am on May 15, it is alleged entry was gained into a Silkwood Japoon Road Service Stations.

It is alleged that tools were left at the rear of the premises and a quantity of cigarettes and tobacco were stolen.

At around 8.30 am, three men were intercepted by police at Rollingstone and were taken into custody.

A 36-year-old Whit Rock man was charged with

receiving tainted property, fraud, enter premises, possessing a dangerous drug and drug utensils.

A 33-year-old Bently Park man was charged with enter premises, receiving tainted property, unlawful use of a motor vehicles, using, or permitting use of, vehicle for which a number plate attached given granted for another vehicle.

A 30-year-old Mount Sheridan man was charged with enter premises.

It is further alleged the 30-year-old Mount Sheridan man stole number plates from a vehicle at a Victoria Street, Cardwell address on May 15.

All three men are scheduled to appear in the Townsville Magistrates Court on June 28.

Drink driver, Tully

Around 2.15 am on May 20, police intercepted a

23-year-old Innisfail woman on Bryant Street, Tully for a roadside breath test.

As a result of that test, the 23-year-old Innisfail woman was transported to Tully Police Station for further testing.

It is alleged she was a P1 licence holder and allegedly returned a reading of 0.160 per cent BAC.

Her licence was suspended, and she is scheduled to appear at the Tully Magistrates Court on June 15.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

Quote these reference numbers: QP2300800209, QP2300829764

10 | Wet Tropic Times Thursday, May 25, 2023 POLICE NEWS

South Johnstone State School’s Mother’s Day High Tea

MARIA GIRGENTI

THE South Johnstone State School community paid tribute to the mothers, grandmothers, aunts, cousins, carers, and significant others who play such a vital role in the lives of their students by hosting a Mother’s Day High Tea.

This special event attended by 20 mothers, grandmothers and great-grandmothers was organised by Prep - Year 2 students, assisted by Mrs Christensen, Mrs Villari and Ms Carlie.

The Junior class enthusiastically prepared and cooked a storm of baked tasty treats for all to share.

All the students enjoyed presenting their crowns and gifts to those special people in their lives who lapped up their pampering session and felt spoilt.

Mother’s Day, celebrations that take place on the second Sunday in May, honours mothers of families/ individuals, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society.

According to historical records, Australia first celebrated Mother’s Day in 1910 with special church services; however, it was not popularly observed until the 1920s.

In Australia, the tradition of family members giving gifts on Mother’s Day started in 1924.

Sydney woman Janet Heyden was inspired to collect charitable gifts for lonely, elderly mothers in Newington Hospital who had lost their husbands and sons during World War I.

As Mother’s Day celebrations take place during autumn in Australia and carnations flower in spring, white chrysanthemums are the traditional Mother’s Day flower.

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Mikayla enjoyed the pampering session with her daughter Rylin. Mee with her children Benji, Joanna, Eamon, and Miranda. Carol with her grandchildren Jaxon and Aurora. Cassie enjoyed a relaxing foot massage by her son Luke.

Hinchinbrook Commercial Fishers Networking Meeting held

in Cardwell.

MICHELLE JENSEN

COMMERCIAL fishers from Innisfail to Ingham attended a networking meeting organised by the Queensland Seafood Industry Association (QSIA) last Thursday evening at Beachcombers Restaurant Cardwell, as part of Small Business Week.

The QSIA hosted the dinner, which was well attended with over 40 guests, including Member of Parliament Nick Dametto, David Schubert from Oceanwatch Australia, who is developing a Code of Practice and training programs for the Inshore Net fishery, and Michael Fry, who attended on behalf on Senator Susan McDonald. Also in attendance were the QSIA’s President Allan Bobbermen and the QSIA Chief Executive Officer David Bobbermen.

“This has been a great opportunity to meet with

fishers and their families, to discuss important issues like the Spanish Mackerel stock assessment, the push from the United Nations to close all net fishing in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, and Independent Data Validation (IDV),” said David Bobbermen.

Allan Bobbermen said that the evening was an example of how the fishing industry unites on common issues. “The most important thing is to stay united and show government that we are strong, capable and have the capacity to develop creative solutions for important problems. We have an important role to play in feeding the people, and supplying quality local seafood to Queenslanders.”

In a short speech, Nick Dametto said that the Katter Australia Party supported fishers and farmers, saying, “it doesn’t matter who you vote for, Government will do what’s best for them, not primary producers. What’s

Crushing it – cane harvest underway

CANEGROWERS CHAIRMAN OWEN MENKENS

The 2023 sugarcane crush is officially underway, with cane harvesters firing up across far north Queensland this week.

The Tableland and Tully mills kicked off crushing operations, with the remainder of Queensland’s 19 sugar mills expected to follow suit in the coming weeks.

Latest estimates put the crop at just over 30 million tonnes of cane, producing between 4 and 4.5 million tonnes of sugar, the majority of which will be exported to overseas markets in Japan, South Korea, and Indonesia.

Growers are optimistic heading into the harvest, and while it is very early days and I’m loath to jinx it, this season is already looking much better than 2022.

Last year’s crush came to a halt almost as soon as it began, with heavy rain across much of the state making paddocks too wet to work.

That false start was exacerbated by workforce shortages and poor mill performance in some districts,

which resulted in unprecedented delays that saw crushing continue through Christmas and well into the new year in some areas, and more than one million tonnes of cane left unharvested.

This year’s harvest, by contrast, commenced under clear blue skies and in cool conditions. The perfect weather for cutting and crushing cane.

Add to this the skyrocketing sugar price and falling input prices, and it’s no wonder growers are feeling buoyant.

However, the past has taught us to temper our expectations. There is a long way to go, and it remains to be seen whether mills have had enough time to carry out all the necessary repairs and maintenance work during the quick turnaround from last year’s crush.

I’d like to wish everyone participating in this year’s harvest – growers, harvesting contractors, and mill workers – a safe and successful 2023 season.

I’d also like to remind readers that they will be seeing a lot more cane trains and large farming machinery

important is that you keep working together to fight for your industry.”

“It’s important to keep dialogue happening between industry and KAP, so we can stay informed and do our best to help,” he said.

Event coordinator Michelle Jensen said, “the evening was a great success. We would like to thank Beachcombers Restaurant for hosting us, and everyone who attended, especially those who travelled from afar. There are many complex issues facing industry and it’s excellent to see fishers supporting each other and utilising the opportunity to see what the QSIA and others are doing to support the industry.”

The Queensland Government funded the evening as part of Queensland Small Business Month.

on the roads over the next six months, so please be vigilant and stay safe on our roads.

District Visits

I’ve been out and about a lot over the past few weeks, visiting cane-growing districts and speaking to local growers about the problems they face and the work CANEGROWERS is doing to increase grower profitability, while also decreasing costs, cutting red tape, and ensuring the vitality of the industry for many years to come.

There is a very positive feeling around at the minute, with the industry on the verge of a transition to a range of new and growing opportunities in the bioeconomy that rely upon sugarcane for feedstock.

The export of raw sugar will always be the foundation of our industry, but we know there are many other complimentary opportunities that are emerging for the industry and we hope that this coming season, combined with a strong price, will provide the basis for new and increased investment into these exciting projects.

12 | Wet Tropic Times Thursday, May 25, 2023 RURAL
Queensland Seafood Industry Association's David Bobbermen welcoming fishers to the Hinchinbrook Commercial Fisher's Networking Meeting.

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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

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Souths Logan pipped Northern Pride as State rugby action returned to Tully

STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARIA GIRGENTI

THE Tully Tigers hosted a massive weekend of rugby league at Tully Showgrounds with junior games from Under 6 through to Under 16, whilst the Under 15 Girls team start kicked off their 2023 campaign against Innisfail.

State rugby league action returned to Tully Showgrounds, where the Northern Pride, eighth on the ladder, faced the second-placed Souths Logan Magpies in Back to Community round.

Previously, both teams played each other in Tully in 2022 and 2015 and have one win each.

Tully Tigers juniors Ryan Flegler made his Queensland Cup debut with the Northern Pride, whilst Jack Campagnolo led the Souths Logan Magpies.

In perfect conditions, the second-placed Magpies spoilt the Pride’s two-game winning streak with a comfortable 28 - 12 win in Round 10 of the HostPlus Cup.

Daniel Hindmarsh-Takyi scored the first four-pointer, and Will Partridge added the extras to put the Pride out to an early 6 - 0 lead.

Midway in the first half, a penalty goal by Partridge further extended the Pride’s lead by 8 - 0.

Blake Mozer claimed a double, and Souths went out to a 12 - 8 lead.

Late in the first half, Partridge scored, but a missed conversion had both teams 12 - 12 at halftime.

Souths kept their opposition scoreless in the second half and posted three unanswered tries to claim their fourth straight win.

Souths Logan try scorers: Blake Mozer 2, Jack Smith and Jezzy Ioane 2. Goals: Jack Campagnolo 4.

In Round 5 of the Hastings Deering Colts competition, there was no joy for the Pride Under 21 team, who suffered a crushing 54 - 12 defeat at the hands of the Magpies.

The club thanked Mackays Bananas and Blenners Transport for sponsorship of these games.

A special mention to Cassowary Coast Regional Council and Queensland Government’s Sport and Recreation for their assistance.

Meanwhile, in Round FNQRL fixtures, Innisfail Leprechauns’ teams travelled to Stan Williams Park to clash with Cairns Brothers in three grades.

Results - FNQRL Round 7 fixtures - May 20 - 21

A Grade

Cairns Brothers 20 def Innisfail 18

Mossman-Port Douglas 28 def Atherton 10

Mareeba 32 def Yarrabah 26

Kangaroos 60 def Southern Suburbs 10

Ivanhoe Knights 44 def Edmonton 20

Bye: Tully

FNQRL A-Grade Ladder - Round 7: Kangaroos 12, Mossman-Port Douglas 12, Ivanhoe Knights 10, Cairns Brothers 10, Innisfail 8, Yarrabah 8, Tully 7, Mareeba 6, Edmonton 6, Atherton 3 and Southern Suburbs 2. Reserve Grade

Innisfail 34 def Cairns Brothers 24

Yarrabah 42 def Mareeba 22

Atherton 24 def Mossman-Port Douglas 22

Kangaroos 48 def Southern Suburbs 10

Edmonton 18 def Ivanhoe Knights 14

Under 18

Innisfail 42 def Cairns Brothers 10

Mareeba 60 def Yarrabah 12

Kangaroos 48 def Southern Suburbs 10

Edmonton 24 def Ivanhoe Knights 12

Bye: Tully and Atherton

In Round 8 fixtures, Tully Tigers have a tough away clash with Mossman-Port Douglas Sharks on Saturday at Coronation Park, Mossman, whilst the Innisfail Leprechauns travel to chilly Atherton to face the Roosters at Mungalli Creek Dairy Stadium.

Tully Tigers’ junior rugby league teams roared with two wins

MARIA GIRGENTI

IN Round 5 of FNQ junior rugby league fixtures, Tully Tigers’ and Innisfail Brothers Under 6 - 16 teams were in action at Tully Showgrounds, whilst the Under 15 Girls teams had their first game last Saturday.

Tully’s Under 14 team registered a convincing 3816 victory over their Cassowary Coast rivals Innisfail, whilst the Under 15 team snatched a thrilling four-point win over Cairns Brothers at Tully Showgrounds.

Innisfail’s Under 13 team had a dominant 60 - 10 victory over Tully.

Tully’s Under 14 try scorers: Denan Anderson 2, Case Durighello, Benjamin Muriata 2, Lance Ivey and Alexander Greenwood. Goals: Riley Berge 4 and Case Durighello 1.

Tully’s Under 15 try scorers: Regan Ericson, Mitchell Davis, Nicholas Muriata, Bailey Wiltshire and Phillip Mow. Goals: Billy Helion 4.

Also at the Tully Showgrounds, Innisfail’s Under 16 team proved too strong with a 22 - 10 victory over Cairns Kangaroos.

After five rounds of the competition, Tully’s Under 14 and 15 teams are sitting third on the ladder, whilst Innisfail Brothers Under 13 team is in third, and the Under 14 team is in fourth.

FNQ Rugby League junior results: Round 5 - May 20 - 21

Under 13

Innisfail 60 def Tully 10

Edmonton 18 drew with Cairns Kangaroos Gold 18

Cairns Kangaroos Blue 48 def Ivanhoe Knights 4

Mossman 40 def Redlynch 16

Yarrabah 52 def Mareeba 18

Bye: Cairns Brothers

Under 14

Tully 38 def Innisfail 16

Cairns Kangaroos 50 def Southern Suburbs 0

Ivanhoe Knights 26 def Redlynch 18

Edmonton 40 def Cairns Brothers 4

Bye: Mareeba

Under 15

Tully 28 def Cairns Brothers 24

Southern Suburbs 20 def Cairns Kangaroos Gold 14

Ivanhoe Knights 22 drew with Edmonton 22

Cairns Kangaroos Blue 14 drew with Mareeba 14

Bye: Innisfail

Under 16

Innisfail 22 def Cairns Kangaroos 10

Cairns Brothers 26 def Edmonton 12

Mareeba and Redlynch game forfeited

Bye: Ivanhoe Knights

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LET’S get ready to Rumbbbbbllllllee. With those famous words ringing from the great ring announcer Michael Buffer, the Tully Boxsing Club will host the biggest and most highly anticipated Fight Night in the town’s history.

With professional boxers coming from interstate like Victoria, this event will be of State of Origin proportion.

It’s hard to fathom what this will do for the region, but I can assure you that this night will be talked about for as long as boxing gloves exist.

As preparations are stepped up by the local and regional fighters for this massive event, local boxing head man Big Dan Fawkes has been behind the scene getting everything in order come Saturday night, “It’s going to be on. We have already sold 500 tickets,and have plenty more. Since last week’s story

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from the Wet Tropic Times, our following has tripled. Sponsors have joined and the community is buzzing that we are able to bring this event to our town. Tully will be back on the states boxing map”.

On the morning of the boxing tournament, we will have the live weighins at the Mt Tyson Hotel of all the boxers at 8 am, and this is the first time this has happened here.

The greatest pub in the world, the Mt Tyson Hotel, will have breakfast lined up for anyone coming in for a look at the athletes before they get into the ring later that night. The town of Tully, and indeed all the legendary Boxing Clubs around the State, will have a chance to showcase our talented superstars.

If you still need to book your tickets for this Saturday, May 27, 2023, hurry. Gates open at 4, and the first fight at around 6. There will be food, beverages and heaps of action that will make you beg for more. History will be made. Will you be a part of it?

Innisfail Ladies Bowls

LAST Wednesday, a round of the Ladies Championship Singles proved a remarkably close tussle between Eileen Hamann and Maisie Smith.

After ten ends, Eileen had a commanding lead of 15 - 7, but Smith took control from then on.

After 23 ends, Smith defeated Hamann 26 - 22.

Rain interrupted play which resulted in abandonment of the two social games.

From next Wednesday, ladies will play 16 ends, commencing at 1.00 pm. Names must be in by 12.30 and ladies must be present at 12.45 pm.

Afternoon tea will occur at the end of the day's play.

Two pennants’ games take place this week at Innisfail on May 22 against Edmonton and on May 26 against Tully, commencing at 9.00 am.

Innisfail Men’s Bowls

LAST Thursday afternoon’s social bowls winners were Kevin Foord, Lou Fedalto and John Fossey.

New members and visitors are most welcome with names to be in by 12.30 pm for a 1.00 pm start please.

Innisfail’s First Division Pennants teams travelled to West Cairns last Saturday and went down on all three rinks.

Better results for Innisfail’s Third Division teams with a win over Silkwood at home.

This Saturday, May 27, Innisfail’s First Division teams are at home to Marlin Coast, whilst Third Division teams play Tully at Tully Bowls Club.

Selected teams are on the notice board, so please inform selectors of your availability as soon as possible.

Tully Bowls

WEDNESDAY, May 17:

Nice to see the beautiful weather again. Thirteen Bowlers enjoyed an afternoon of playing 2 games of 10 ends.

Sunday, May 21:

Another lovely day for bowls. Twenty Bowlers played 2 Games of 10 ends.

Team 1 Rod Tennant/Betty Cochran/Pam Staier/ Rita Hudson (5) v Team 2 Lou Brunello/Pauline Edwards/Carmen Milini (20)

Team 3 Ray Wicks/Val Zamora/Mary Bacic (7) v Team 4Des Roberts/Rob Milini/ Colleen Tennant (8)

Team 5 Sean Prinsloo/Val Bradley (2) v Team 6 Ron French/Joan Mercer (16)

Team 7 Judy Hood/Avis Ray (3) v Team 8 Robyn Brunello/Jason Harrop (16)

After Smoko

Team 8 (12) v Team 5 (7). Team 7 (11) v Team 6 (1)Team 1 (7)v Team 4 (9)

Team 2 (6) v Team 3 (8)

Winning Team out of the hat was Ron French and Joan Mercer.

Mens Pennants played on Saturday against Babinda. Tully 33 Babinda 37

Ladies Pennants played on Monday against West Cairns Tully 58 West Cairns 18.

Ladies are playing in Silkwood Weipa Shield on the weekend. Next Thursday is Army Day so names in the book please.

Our 75th Celebration on June 3 is fast approaching. All Members are asked to give a hand on the day please.

Club championships

Mens Pairs

Steve Szabo/Des Roberts.19 v Ray Downing/John Taylor 24

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Innisfail junior touch football teams shine at the Junior State Cup North Carnival

MARIA GIRGENTI

LAST month, Innisfail Touch fielded seven junior touch football teams in the Junior State Cup North held at Queens Park, Townsville.

These teams comprised Under 10 Girls, Under 12 Girls and Boys, Under 14 Girls and Boys, and Under

Under 10 Girls team - lost their grand final against Townsville Redskin Mahalas 2-1 and finished second.

Under 12 Girls team - won their grand final against Townsville Redskin Dakotas and finished first in Pool B.

Under 12 Boys team - lost their semi-final against Townsville Redskin Beasts 6-0 and finished fourth.

Innisfail Touch wished to thank all the coaches, managers and committee who spent long hours preparing these teams for the carnival.

Their input has been outstanding, and Innisfail Touch appreciates the time and efforts spent with the junior players so they are competitive.

16 Girls and Boys.

The largest contingent of teams which is no mean feat for a tiny junior club.

In the lead-up to the event, Innisfail junior teams competed in two highly successful gala days in Tully and Innisfail.

The weekend kicked off with two days of round matches and culminated in the finals series.

Innisfail faced teams from Cairns, Gordonvale, Tully, Townsville, Thuringowa, Moranbah, Mackay and Emerald as players vied for selection in the North Queensland Cyclones training squads.

Innisfail teams performed well in hot and humid conditions against tough competition, and each finished with varied results.

Out of the seven teams that attended, four teams (Under 10 Girls, Under 12 Boys, Under 12 Girls and Under 16 Girls) played semi-finals, two teams (Under 10 Girls and Under 12 Girls) played grand finals, whilst one Under 12 Girls team won their grand final.

Junior State Cup North results:

The under-14 Girls' team finished eighth.

The under 14 Boys' team lost their quarter-final against Mackay Thunder 10-1 and finished eighth.

The under 16 Girls' team lost their quarter-final against Townsville Blue 3-1 and finished fourth.

The under 16 Boys' team finished ninth.

A special mention to the following players who gained selection in the North Queensland Cyclones training squads:

Under 12 Girls: Sienna Barba and Tazmin Grimaz

Under 14 Girls: Lillee Barba and Natayah Brosnan

Under 16 Girls: Skye Barba, Isla Alcock, Lily De Brincat and Summer-Rose Phair

Under 16 Boys: Ryan Millard

A massive thank you to the dedicated Innisfail volunteer referees, Brenden O'Connor, Jessica Magnanini, Paige De Brincat, Keith Brosnan, Sam Corica, Anthony Genocchio and Rochelle Berry, who officiated at the carnival.

A special mention to all the parents, grandparents, aunties, uncles and carers for their attendance and support, but most of all, the players for their efforts in representative teams.

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Innisfail Touch Under 12 Girls’ team who won the grand final and finished first in Pool B. Innisfail Touch Under 16 Boys’ team. Innisfail Touch Under 16 Girls’ team who made it to the quarter finals and finished fourth. Innisfail Touch Under 10 Girls’ team who made it to the grand final and finished second. Innisfail Touch Under 12 Boys’ team who made it to the semi-finals and finished fourth.

Fishing News

THE sea conditions were very marginal last weekend. First thing in the morning, the seas were suitable for the 5-metre boats; however, as the day progressed, the conditions worsened. Water clarity was not good; I didn`t see or hear any surface activity. There are bait schools present; however, they are subsurface. Some Spanish and Doggy Mackerel have been caught; however, the fishing will remain tough until water clarity conditions improve.

Unfortunately, the Barracuda, like these dirty conditions, have taken rigged trolling baits and lures readily. The small run in the tides leading up to this weekend will allow the water to clean up and bring the predators closer to shore, such as Tuna and the different Mackerel species.

Those bottom fishing around the islands and inshore reefs managed some nice Island Trout, Grass Sweet Lip and undersize to just legal Nannygai. Some Trevally and mostly small Queenfish have been turning up inshore and around the major river mouths.

The water clarity in the coastal rivers was okay; however, most anglers found the fishing challenging, especially during the morning. This would be due to a mixture of the small run in the tides and the drop in water temperatures. Some anglers did reasonably well by looking for maximum current flow and warmer water temperature areas. I look for small gutters or channels that funnel the water off a shallow flat; these places only need a little structure to hold fish.

I have heard some reports of some nice Whiting and Flathead caught during the late afternoon run in tide. Pumping some live yabbies on the bottom of the tide will undoubtedly give you the advantage here.

The freshwater did produce some nice Sooty Grunter and Jungle Perch. Water temperature has affected the

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fishing; for best results, the water can be as much as 3 degrees warmer for fish mid to late afternoon.

Looking forward to this coming weekend, it seems as if the sea conditions will be marginal once again. The forecast is for mainly 10 to 15 knots with short periods of calmer and higher wind speeds, a mixed bag. There could be opportunities to travel out to the islands and inshore reefs; all you can do is keep a close eye on the weather forecast.

The tides are relatively good, with the first of the making tides and low tide in the middle of the day. There will be opportunities to fish for Barra, Mangrove Jacks and Flathead on either side of this low tide.

The water should have cleared up, so weather permitting, there will be a good chance to catch a Spanish Mackerel around the islands and headlands.

The smaller evening tide will allow anglers to fish for Fingermark in sheltered waters such as the Hinchinbrook Channel or Mourilyan Harbour.

The mud Crabs have been potting well, and setting up a few pots will be worth the effort.

Good Fishing

Roly Newton

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NORTHERN TIDE APPAREL – RE-STOCK!

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HULL HEADS MAY

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TIDE TIMES
THU 25 1:58 am 2.66m 10:55 am 1.57m 3:58 pm 1.73m 7:27 pm 1.67m FRI 26 3:27 am 2.65m 11:26 am 1.46m 5:07 pm 1.9m 9:31 pm 1.7m SAT 27 4:26 am 2.7m 11:49 am 1.36m 5:38 pm 2.07m 10:42 pm 1.66m SUN 28 5:03 am 2.76m 12:08 pm 1.27m 6:02 pm 2.24m 11:30 pm 1.6m MON 29 5:32 am 2.8m 12:22 pm 1.18m 6:24 pm 2.41m TUE 30 12:07 am 1.54m 5:57 am 2.83m 12:35 pm 1.06m 6:47 pm 2.61m WED 31 12:40 am 1.48m 6:20 am 2.85m 12:51 pm 0.92m 7:12 pm 2.82m
THU 25 2:32 am 2.43m 12:00 pm 1.46m 4:27 pm 1.56m 7:32 pm 1.53m FRI 26 3:42 am 2.44m 12:04 pm 1.39m 5:22 pm 1.71m 9:37 pm 1.57m SAT 27 4:34 am 2.47m 12:14 pm 1.31m 5:48 pm 1.85m 10:46 pm 1.54m SUN 28 5:10 am 2.49m 12:25 pm 1.24m 6:09 pm 2m 11:35 pm 1.5m MON 29 5:37 am 2.51m 12:37 pm 1.16m 6:29 pm 2.16m TUE 30 12:12 am 1.47m 6:01 am 2.53m 12:47 pm 1.05m 6:51 pm 2.33m WED 31 12:45 am 1.42m 6:24 am 2.53m 1:01 pm 0.9m 7:14 pm 2.51m THU 25 1:44 am 2.67m 10:42 am 1.57m 1:55 pm 1.7m 7:37 pm 1.62m FRI 26 3:17 am 2.66m 11:10 am 1.46m 4:44 pm 1.86m 9:07 pm 1.66m SAT 27 4:18 am 2.72m 11:35 am 1.36m 5:17 pm 2.04m 10:20 pm 1.62m SUN 28 4:58 am 2.79m 11:53 am 1.26m 5:47 pm 2.24m 11:13 pm 1.56m MON 29 5:31 am 2.85m 12:10 pm 1.14m 6:15 pm 2.43m 11:53 pm 1.49m TUE 30 6:01 am 2.89m 12:26 pm 1m 6:44 pm 2.64m WED 31 12:29 am 1.41m 6:30 am 2.9m 12:47 pm 0.84m 7:15 pm 2.85m
Fish photo April Winner Kyle Millini receiving his $50 gift voucher from Tackleworld Tully. Fish Photo March Winner Kyle Hall receiving his $50 gift voucher from Tackleworld Tully.

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Coconuts outrigger paddlers win big at Tinaroo Regatta

MARIA GIRGENTI

COCONUTS Outrigger Canoe Club paddlers returned home from the Dam Regatta in the first round of the AOCRA NQ Zone Grand Prix 2023 with an impressive haul of medals.

This event was held in late March at Lake Tinaroo, Yungaburra, which saw paddlers from as far south as the Whitsundays and north to Thursday Island competing, with ages ranging from 10 years old to Platinum (age 70+).

The day got off to a flying start with the hotly contested 1,000m sprints over a 250m course involving three turns.

Turning a six-seat, 44ft, 160kg canoe at speed can be challenging at the best of times but throwing in a bit of wind and current into the equation makes the task even more difficult.

Each team member has a specific task to complete, and all must work together to make the turns successful. Next up came the 4km OC1 (solo), OC2 (two-man) and V3 (three-man) races.

Coconuts paddlers had great results all around; however, the juniors really shone.

It was the first regatta for new junior paddlers Amie Blanckensee, Isabelle Peake, Lexi Evans and Leah Peake.

exciting close finishes.

Coconuts paddlers performed well in all the sprints, despite some teams having yet to have the opportunity to train together before the regatta.

In the final races of the day, an exciting finish ensued in the Open Men’s 8km marathon event, as the Coconuts’ crews were neck and neck with the Coral Sea crew for most of the race.

The Coral Sea crew claimed line honours in just a fraction of a second ahead of the Coconuts.

Club President Adrian Darveniza said, ‘The event was a great way to start the regatta season, with good competition and a relaxed atmosphere.

All competitors thoroughly enjoyed the day, and members are training hard for our next event, the National Marathon Titles, on the Sunshine Coast this month.’

The club always welcomes new faces, both social and competitive and now is a great time to try paddling.

Each of them returned home with a medal or two and made the club proud with their teamwork and sportsmanship.

Then came the short and sharp 500m sprints, which have no room for error, with the start of particular importance and each stroke counting to the outcome.

Tinaroo provided prime viewing from the banks, and spectators were treated to thrilling action with some

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further
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details, please visit the Coconuts Outrigger
Canoe Club Facebook page. Coconuts paddlers, Miles and Anita Darveniza. Photo: Paddle Life Australia. Coconuts junior paddlers Max Belbin, Leah Peake, Amie Blanckensee, Lexi Evans and Isabelle Peake. Coconuts paddlers, Matthew Abbott, Bernie Reitano, Adrian Darveniza, Brett Mackereth, Jeffrey Belbin and Miles Darveniza. Coconuts ladies, Vicki Mackereth, Loren Beggs, Brodie Alder, Anita Darveniza, Tracy Darveniza and Traci.

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