THE line-up for this year’s ‘Cultural Fusion’ Fashion Show would not be complete without showcasing the designs of Pipsilk, an innovative designer who has merged the ancient art of silk painting with the 21st Century digital technology.
Fuel your passion for fashion with the bespoke prints and vibrant colours that make Pipsilk’s kaftans, scarves, dresses and tops so totally unique. Pip’s current obsession is blending her art with her photography, creating rich and
distinctive patterns that genuinely stand out in the crowd!
Don’t miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in the soft, flowing lines, quality fabrics and feminine silhouettes Pipsilk is known for.
Alongside this designer will be our fashion houses on display along with other great designers. Watch our social media page for updates.
Book your tickets now for the 2023 Australian Italian Festival Fashion Show ‘Cultural Fusion’.
Psalm 103:11
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I have written of the book of Esther before; however, recently, the text of Esther has kept coming to my mind. While we didn't see God moving directly in the book, we did see him move through his people to fulfil his plan.
The book shared that we can trust God's providence.
In Esther, I kept seeing a pattern of Jesus the Rock, the Foundation. When his people built on the rock and took leaps of faith into the places God wanted them to be, they found they could trust that God had a plan for them. So even when it seemed scary, they still chose to step out in their spiritual gifts, and it was there in the midst of these storms that they saw God come through for them. They stood in the whole armour of God, no matter what attacks came they went to war using the sword of the Spirit.
Psalms 78:7 NIV
I will consider all your works and meditate on all your mighty deeds."
Psalms 77:12 NIV
God has taught us everything we need to stand firm and conquer in times of warfare. No matter what happens, those who have faith will not be shaken.
While amid storms and when you feel alone and can't always hear God's voice, will you trust that your foundation is strong and will not be broken?
"Therefore, everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall because it had its foundation on the rock.
Matthew 7:24-25 NIV
They were helped in fighting them, and God delivered the Hagrites and all their allies into their hands, because they cried out to him during the battle. He answered their prayers, because they trusted in him.
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When we compare the book of Esther to our modern day, we see we are being prepared for spiritual warfare.
Then they would put their trust in God and would not forget his deeds but would keep his commands.
1 Chronicles 5:20 NIV
If our foundation is solid, we will not be shaken!
as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his love for those who fear him;
IT is festival time again! The 2023 Australian Italian Festival will be held on the 3rd and 4th of June. That weekend, the TYTO Parklands in Ingham will be transformed into a full-scale piazza with nonstop entertainment, cooking demonstrations, great food and drinks, competitions, free amusement rides and market stalls. Lots of fun for all ages.
Entry to the Festival is more affordable than ever. This is a ticketed event; however, children 18 and under are free but must be accompanied by a paying adult. Again, there is no price increase this year, and we have included a concession admission fee.
Our line-up of entertainment this year is nothing short of amazing. With headline act Paul Ettore Tabone who has just recently returned from overseas. Also in the line-up are Cosima De Vito, Dean Canan, and Zumpa, a traditional Italian Folk band accompanied by Taranta Meanjin - Zumpa featured dancer onstage. She will also run workshops if you want to learn to dance the Tarantella. Fortunato and his Band, Attori, the 1RAR Band, Carina Dancers and Orpheus Chamber of Strings are returning this year.
Wilmar is once again the proud sponsor of our "Kids Corner", where all rides and entertainment are free.
Rides and Slides will be there to provide those activities, and Tommy the Train will return again this year. Circus with a Purpose will also host workshops for the children over the weekend. Those who have come to the Australian Italian Festival before will know how much fun these are.
We have Prima Spada, a Medieval Fencing Troupe who will present demonstrations and run beginner's workshops on Sunday only for the teenagers and young at heart. This is the second time Prima Spada has visited Ingham.
Onsite during the day are alltime favourites, the Pizza and Spaghetti Eating and the Greasy Pole competitions. For those who want to test their strength, we have the Tsingas competition on Saturday night. Each competitor has to see how many laps of the course they can complete while carrying weights, which is a real test of endurance. Or, try your hand at Bocce under the trees in the parklands for something less energetic.
Cooking demonstrations will return again this year. Join us at the second stage to learn the secrets of great Italian cooking with chef Jim Talladira.
Come for the Festival and stay for the entertainment. Or, consider extending
your stay to enjoy all that the natural beauty of the Hinchinbrook Shire offers. We have the district's best bush and beach experiences, excellent shopping, friendly accommodation, and people.
Tickets for all our events are on sale now at Townsville Tickets: https:// townsvilletickets.com.au/event/17913
Other Events: Australian Italian Festival – Official Dinner
26th May – Royal Hotel
Tickets: Townsville Tickets https:// townsvilletickets.com.au/event/17916
Or from the Australian Italian Festival Office during May
Australian Italian Festival – Fashion Show – Cultural Fusion
2nd June – TYTO Parklands
Tickets: Townsville Tickets https:// townsvilletickets.com.au/event/17914
Or from the Australian Italian Festival Office during May
Follow us on social media https:// www.facebook.com/aifestival/ or visit our website.
https://www.australianitalianfestival. com.au/ for updates and further information.
CARDWELL is fortunate to have some residents voluntarily involved in various community activities which enrich the lives of locals. One of those groups is the Cardwell Lions Choir, who not only enjoy their singing sessions but also enjoy entertaining the community.
They are a skilful bunch because, in addition to giving the pleasure of their voices, they also entertain with acting skits, tap dancing, line dancing, and various props, including ukeleles and brass instruments. A surprising feature is that most of the group is not in the full flush of youth but are in the senior’s category, with some relatively senior.
The group holds its training and rehearsals regularly at the Cardwell Lions Hall on Monday afternoon, gives entertaining and well-appreciated shows at Rockingham Home for the Aged on the last Wednesday of each month and Carols by Candlelight every year.
Anyone interested in joining the Choir can email Cardwell Lions at cardwelllions@ gmail.com
CASSOWARY COAST REGIONAL COUNCIL
CCRC will commence work on a new pathway along Dalrymple Esplanade to link suburbs together and take advantage of the stunning views of the Johnstone River.
Stage One of the project involves the
construction of a 2.5-metre-wide concrete pathway which will weave its way through the trees from Tierney Street to Geraldton Bridge carpark.
Located closer to the river, the new pathway replaces aging infrastructure and moves users away from properties located along Dalrymple Esplanade.
During the project’s design phase, CCRC undertook community consultation to understand any concerns/issues residents might have with the modern design.
Most of those who responded supported a new pathway closer to the river, which takes advantage of the natural environment and provides a space for friends and family to connect and enjoy the scenic waterfront.
Respondents highlighted concerns over the old pathway, and as a result, removal of sections of the path will take place.
The first stage of works includes constructing a small footbridge and relocating existing lighting.
Weather permitting, these works are expected to commence this month and be completed within six to eight weeks.
CCRC has informed residents with signage in place to provide awareness of any detours for residents/visitors using this area.
The Australian Government and Cassowary Coast Regional Council has jointly funded this Dalyrymple Esplanade Pathway project.
Australian Government provided funding of $288,572 through the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) Program.
This program supports local councils across Australia to deliver priority road and community infrastructure projects.
Stage Two is currently unfunded, so CCRC will seek funding opportunities.
For further information, please visit yoursay.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/ dalrymple-esplanade.
Independent artist Khalida De Ridder will perform as a solo violinist at the Innisfail Shire Hall on Sunday, the 14th of May, at 2:30 pm. She will be one of the only (very likely the first) Australian violinists to perform the entire Bach’s Solo Sonatas and Partitas for Violin in one concert.
Khalida was born on the Atherton Tablelands and began performing at local community events and eisteddfods from age five. Later she won a place to study at the prestigious Royal Danish Academy of Music in Copenhagen.
Thirteen years after leaving the Far North, Khalida has returned more permanently with her young
family. She has set up an artist-led micro-festival of classical chamber music on the Tablelands and one-night events featured throughout the year. A festival will run in September where she will bring together local, interstate and international professionals to our stunning corner of the globe—where she always feels at home.
Khalida hopes to work closely with all neighbouring local governments and communities to boost the cultural profile of the Far North, with a focus on maintaining skilled artist employment in regional areas.
SOME traditions must be kept or brought back if they haven’t occurred for a while.
I like to see community events like Hotel Euramo’s Boar and Barra Bash as these types of events help community members who are struggling with an issue (e.g. Farmers being overrun by boars), and they provide something fun for the community to enjoy together.
I love community markets for this reason. The community can come together and share their talents or support a need.
My biggest concern with the digital world we currently live in is that we often don’t know what is happening for a family in our community, even if they live just
around the corner.
How can a community support their community members if they don’t know their battles?
There does become an issue where being too involved in what is happening in people’s lives can result in too much gossip. Which is why I don’t believe anything is true unless I see it myself in person. If I get the information through conversation, I consider it a half-truth and want to hear the other side. I then decide the truth is somewhere in the middle.
I am sure we were all involved in the games of Chinese whispers as children and know that often there is very little truth left in a story once it has passed through a few people’s hands.
AUSTRALIAN Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has called on digital platform providers to dramatically improve their dispute resolution processes for small business.
Mr Billson said there has been a noticeable increase in complaints and disputes involving digital platform providers, and since July 2020 the Ombudsman has taken on more 236 cases involving small and family businesses.
“When we become involved it regularly leads to satisfactory outcomes in just a handful of days – which means small businesses can get back in business,” Mr Billson said.
“We’re arguing for a policy change and for dispute resolution agency support like what we provide, to equip small and family businesses with the tools to protect themselves.
“When small businesses turn to us for assistance, our contact with the digital platforms is generally constructive and most have provided us with a direct human contact to enable these disputes to be escalated and a satisfactory outcome achieved quickly.
“However, the need for a government body to step in to resolve every small business dispute is not the answer and should be the exception.
The Ombudsman has outlined the problems and solutions in a submission to the Senate inquiry into international digital platforms.
“These platforms, which have fundamentally changed the way in which small businesses connect and sell to their customers, must make their self-help and internal problem solving more effective,” Mr Billson said.
“Some people have built their entire businesses on social media and digital platforms and having someone
The TSC is also seeking front office volunteers to provide the essential first point of contact for community members during the TSC opening hours, 9 am – 1 pm and 2 pm – 4 pm, Monday to Friday.
JOIN us for two 2023 Volunteers Week activities. Volunteer morning tea will be held from 10 am on Thursday, May 18, at the El Arish Diggers Museum in partnership with El Arish Hall Committee.
And a volunteer afternoon tea, from 2:30 pm –4:30 pm on Thursday, May 18, at the Tully Library in partnership with the Tully100 Oral History Project and the Cassowary Coast Regional Council.
For more information, please contact Maxine on 40681004 or email maxine@tullysupportcentre.com. au
During May, Queensland will highlight and praise over 700,000 Queenslanders who volunteer their time to make an extraordinary impact on individuals, communities, and the environment around us. Volunteers are also an essential part of the fabric of Australian life. During May, community groups across the country will stop to recognise and celebrate the more than 6 Million Australians that make voluntary contributions to our communities.
In our community, volunteers provide integral support for community groups, sporting clubs and support services; many of these groups and services would not exist without volunteers.
Volunteer at the Tully Support Centre
This year the TSC is asking for volunteers to help supervise the Tully Youth Centre after school from 3:30 pm – 6 pm. The Youth Centre provides a safe place for young people 10 – 17 years after school and on school holidays.
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Shane on 4068 1004 or email shanegreenwood@ tullysupportcentre.com.au
Benefits of volunteering
Not only does volunteering contribute positively to our community, but it also provides valuable work experience and practical skills. In addition, volunteers often report positive effects on their emotional wellbeing and improved social interaction. Suppose you can choose to volunteer for something you are passionate about. In that case, you will not only be helping your community, but you will also enjoy it and be able to share your passion with others.
Important questions to ask about volunteering
No matter where you volunteer, it is important that you are open and honest about your availability and expectations. Let the group know your personal and family commitments that might limit your availability. All groups who rely on volunteers understand that as a volunteer, you are offering to help, and we welcome it, an hour, a day, short term or long term; if you let the group know in the beginning, it will mean a much more rewarding volunteering experience.
The Tully Support Centre is funded by the Queensland Government and services communities throughout the Cassowary Coast.
The Tully Support Centre is located at 54 Bryant Street in Tully, opening hours Monday to Friday from 9 am to 1 pm & 2 pm to 4 pm; and open until 6 pm on Wednesdays.
To register your interest or more info about groups and other services, please call 40 681 004, check the Tully Support Centre online at www.tullysupportcentre. com.au, or follow us on Facebook “Tully Support Centre Inc.”
else access and control their account is devastating for their business and their reputation.
“They watch the financial and emotional damage occur in real time with no ability to stop it.
“There have been too many examples of small business owners being locked out of their account, typically after being hacked, and it can be a nightmare trying to contact a real person to resolve their problem.
“This typically means a business loses access to their advertising, communication with customers, ability to provide posts about their services, intellectual property and key contacts for their business. It can also see charges accrue on accounts where advertising or credit cards are linked.
“One of the absurdities of the current situation is after being locked out of your account, you need to access your account to make a complaint. It’s the ultimate run-around.
“Often there is no real person you can speak to, and the automated systems prevent you being able to escalate the issue. This is just not acceptable.
“It is crucial that platforms implement clear, appropriate and standardised internal procedures to enable a timely resolution for small business disputes. Doing this and providing clear escalation points and dedicated contacts for dispute resolution agencies would mean small businesses can have their dispute handled efficiently and resume operating their businesses sooner.”
Mr Billson also said more needed to be done to combat scams and fake reviews and he called for the implementation of the ACCC’s recommendation of a mandatory ‘notice-and-action’ mechanism. This would allow anyone to notify digital platforms of potential illegal content on their service and require them to take action.
“Small businesses are especially vulnerable to fake review campaigns and fraudulent misrepresentation,
as they lack the expertise and resources to prevent and combat scams,” he said.
“We’ve heard about cases of small businesses being held to ransom over fake reviews, with scammers only removing them once they receive payment.
“Most disturbingly, there are commercial service providers that help new players break into a market by generating hostile contrived reviews for existing providers.
“They offer the service of trash talking a competitor for a fee with fake reviews to drive down ratings to lay the groundwork for a new competitor to come into a market.
“That kind of behaviour is just downright shabby and not cool. And for a legitimate business, the options currently available to deal with that aren't that great.”
Mr Billson said existing laws are not well suited to dealing with this.
“Fake reviews and fraudulent misrepresentation of a business may remain visible while investigations take place and small business owners are left helpless as they watch this damage their business.
“This can impact not only business viability but the mental health of the small business operator and their employees.”
Mr Billson also called for the creation of a ‘supercomplaints’ mechanism to allow the ASBFEO and other credible dispute resolution agencies to refer cases directly to the ACCC for guaranteed investigation and, where necessary, enforcement.
Mr Billson urged small businesses to act now to minimise risk and protect their digital accounts by turning on multi-factor authentication, using secure strong passwords/passphrases and login alerts.
He also encouraged people to keep copies of their account details and URLs in a safe place so if they are hacked, they can provide the information.
LAST Sunday, hundreds gathered at the Coral Sea Memorial Park in the seaside town of Cardwell for a moving 81st anniversary of the Battle of the Coral Sea Commemoration Service to pay tribute to the eight ships and over 600 lives lost in the battle, which occurred 800kms offshore.
The parade assembled at White Street, Cardwell and marched a short distance to the Coral Sea Battle Memorial Park, led by the RAN, Drummer and Pipes and followed by members of five NQ National Servicemen branches, veterans, military personnel as well as members of schools, community and motorcycle groups.
As the parade went down Coral Sea Drive, RAN Commanding Officer Alfonso Santos from HMAS Cairns took the official salute.
MC Chaplain Lynette Emery RAN welcomed special guests, which included Member for Kennedy Bob Katter MP, Member for Hinchinbrook Nick Dametto MP and Cassowary Coast Regional Council representatives.
After the Acknowledgement to Country, Cassowary Coast Regional Council Mayor Mark Nolan, Member for
Kennedy Bob Katter and Commander Alfonso Santos, HMAS Cairns, officially addressed the crowd.
Students from Gilroy Santa Maria College, Ingham, said the prayers of Remembrance, Defence and for Peace, and The Lord's Prayer, followed by a Bible reading.
As Piper Judith Tannock played the Lament, special guests, National Servicemen, former Navy, Army and Air Force personnel and National Servicemen, schools, individuals and community groups laid wreaths.
After the official wreath laying, the reading of the Ode of Remembrance, and before Lloyd Mais from HMAS Cairns played the 'Last Post', followed by one minute's silence and the playing of the 'Reveille'.
The service ended with the Benediction, then singing of the United States of America and Australian National Anthems.
In 1942, US Navy ships, HMAS Australia and HMAS Hobart, anchored off Cardwell and formed a task force before tackling the enemy in the Coral Sea.
The Battle of the Coral Sea was an epic air and naval battle fought between the Japanese Imperial Navy and the US
and Australian Naval Forces at a critical stage of the Second World War, from May 4 - 8, 1942.
It marked the first defeat of Japanese forces in the war and was the first joint military action between Australian and United States forces.
The losses to the USA were significant,
with the losses of USS Lexington, USS Sims and USS Neosho.
From May 4 - 8, 1942, intense fighting took place, destroying more than 70 aircraft and ships but halted the Japanese advance towards New Guinea.
The first Coral Sea Battle service by a local Scout troupe took place in Cardwell in 1984, and the annual service has taken place in the town for 38 years.
Thank You Rini Dallavanzi
Council is proud to announce that one of our amazing volunteers, Rini Dallavanzi, was nominated for the Queensland Volunteering Awards 2023.
As the Hinchinbrook Visitor Information Centre’s longest serving volunteer, Rini has made an exemplary contribution to our local community over the last 30 years.
Rini continues to be a dedicated, passionate and consistent Ambassador for Council, proving at 90 years old, that age is no barrier. We would like to thank Rini for all her years of dedication.
Drawing YOU In Exhibition
Opening Night
Join us for the exhibition opening of Drawing YOU InCarl Lumholtz in the Herbert by Artist Valerie Keenan.
Date: Friday 5 May 2023
Time: 6.00pm to 9.00pm
Where: TYTO Regional Art Gallery
73-75 McIlwraith Street Ingham
This is a free event, cash bar and canapes are provided.
Bookings are essential for catering purposes.
Book online for this event at www.hinchinbrooktickets.com.au.
Ingham Sugar City Rodeo
Catch all the action of the 2023 Ingham Sugar City Rodeo on Saturday 6 May 2023 at the Ingham Showgrounds.
Full rodeo program, licensed bar, delicious local food and free camping onsite.
Gates open at 8.00am and Rodeo starts from 9.00am.
Pre purchase your tickets today by visiting www.trybooking.com/CGRUD.
National Road Safety Week National Road Safety Week (NRSW) runs from Sunday 14 May to Sunday 21 May 2023.
8TH HINCHINBROOK BIRDLIFE ART AWARDS
NRSW is an annual initiative from the Safer Australian Roads and Highways (SARAH) Group, partnering road safety organisations and Government.
The week highlights the impact of road trauma and ways to reduce it. Get involved by displaying a yellow ribbon or sticker on your vehicle to show your support for safer roads. You can also 'pledge to drive so others survive' on the Road Safety Week website, www.roadsafetyweek.com.au. Coronation of His Majesty, King Charles III Buckingham Palace is pleased to announce that the Coronation of His Majesty, King Charles III will take place on Saturday 6 May 2023. People across the country and the Commonwealth are invited to celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty The King.
In honour, Council will be holding a Tree Planting Ceremony at the Ingham Memorial Gardens alongside the tree planted in honour of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II who sadly passed in 2022.
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This service will reflect the Monarch’s role today and look towards the future, while being rooted in longstanding traditions and pageantry.
The community is invited to attend the ceremony as follows:
Date: Saturday 6 May 2023
Time: 10.00am
Where: Ingham Memorial Gardens
For further information, please contact the Office of the Mayor and CEO.
Queensland’s Containers for Change Program
From Wednesday 1 November 2023, glass wine and spirit bottles will be eligible for a 10 cent refund under Queensland’s Containers for Change program.
Please note, glass wine and pure spirit bottles will not be accepted at refund points before Wednesday 1 November 2023.
Glass bottles can still be placed in the kerbside recycling bin.
For further information please visit Containers for Change website www.containersforchange.com. au/qld.
Events Calendar Webpage
Calling all community groups, sporting clubs and local event organisers.
Did you know that Council has an online events calendar that can help you promote your next event or meet up. Submitting an event is quick and easy and can all be done online.
For more information visit Council's website, Events Calendar page, click the 'submit event' button and complete the online form. Remember to include marketing material such as event posters.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Expressions of InterestSeniors Lifestyle Directory Council is seeking Expressions of Interest for listings into the 2023 Seniors Lifestyle Directory. New and existing businesses in the Hinchinbrook Shire are encouraged to submit and or update their details by visiting Council’s website, Community Services and Facilities page. For more information, please contact Council.
Come
Date: Friday 26 May 2023
Time: 9.30am to 11.30am
Where: TYTO Conference and Events Centre 73-75 McIlwraith Street Ingham QLD 4850
FLYING Fish Point, State School started 2023 with 47 students, including three Preps and had a busy and productive first term.
During Term 1, whilst Principal Melissa Wieland was Acting Principal of Tully State School, FFPSS had Acting Principal Molly Bendle.
Bendle, who has taught for nine years and before FFPSS, was the Principal of St Lawrence State School in Central Queensland for the last four years. Her previous teaching experience included a year at Wonga Beach State School and Julatten State School (2015 - 2019).
In Term 2, after Principal’s Melissa Wieland promotion as Principal at Tully State School, FFPS welcomed a new Acting Principal, Jenni McDonald, and two student teachers, Ms Rochelle (Prep - Year 3) and Ms Seawright (Year 3 - 6).
McDonald is the current Regional Manager of the ECEC team at the Department of Education’s regional office.
FFPS is fortunate to have dedicated teachers and support staff members Julie, Sheryn, Roxy, Trish and Dani (teacher aides).
Classroom teachers Ms Gangemi,
Ms McKenna (Prep - 3), Ms Mansfield (Learning support teacher), Ms Tracy (Special Education teacher), Ms Clowes (music teacher) and Mr Bawden (HPE).
This year’s core focus is ensuring
THE Taylors Beach Progress Association (TBPA) is hosting their annual Fishing Tournament on May 26 to 28, 2023. As the name implies, the tournament is family-focused, with categories specifically for juniors; however, there is still plenty on offer for adult anglers.
One of the features of this tournament is you don't need a boat to compete, as there are categories, especially for fish caught off the beach.
"We are very appreciative of the continuous and growing support of our sponsors," said Michael Harris, President of the TBPA. "In our first year,
we had $6,000 of sponsorship, and this year we hope to achieve $30,000," Michael said.
The organisers encourage catch-andrelease as it contributes to sustainable fishing, which is very important to the community and region.
Over the weekend, there are sausage sizzles, burgers, drinks, social activities on Friday and Saturday nights, and presentations on Sunday.
Tickets and further information is available at Hinchinbrook Ticketshttps.//hinchinbrooktickets.corn.au/ or https://www.facebook.comftaylorsbeach
all students experience success and differentiating our classroom/teaching strategies. Hence, everyone has access to the curriculum and a strong emphasis on numbers and number facts.
Silas and Myllee (captains) Ava-Lily (vice-captain)
Teng and Quentin (sport house captains)
The school has a wide range of cultural backgrounds and takes pride in acknowledging culture and identity in its Arts Program and annual World Expo event.
FFPSS has an active sporting calendar where students participate in weekly sports and annual district crosscountry and athletics carnivals.
All year levels can participate in water safety awareness programs and a swimming carnival for two weeks each year.
Both teaching classrooms now have new air conditioners and interactive smart screens.
The school rules are based on Be Safe, Be Respectful, Be a Learner, with signage to support being On-Point.
Breakfast Club, kindly supported by Woolworths, runs three days a week, whilst the tuckshop is on Thursdays.
Led by Ms Gangemi, FFPSS is an active PBL (Positive Behaviour for Learning) School, a whole-school framework for behavioural support adopted by many Queensland schools. PBL promotes positive behaviour and assists schools to develop safe and supportive learning environments.
Prep to Year 6 enrolments are still open, and further information is available by contacting the school.
LAST weekend, the fishing and the pig hunting community descended on Euramo for the first year of Hotel Euramo’s Boar and Barra Bash. There were thirty-nine pigs taken out over the course of the weekend. Reducing wild pigs over the region is favourable for local farmers, who are glad to have
events like this occurring regularly. The organisers are open to suggestions on improving the bash for years to come.
There were activities galore on offer, with plenty to keep the kids occupied.
Ethan Zonta got the biggest Barra at 105.5 cm, and Isaac Rush got the biggest boar at 101.4 kg.
THE Katter’s Australian Party (KAP) Deputy Leader and Hinchinbrook MP, Nick Dametto, gears up to ride for charity one last time at Ingham’s Sugar City Rodeo.
The action-packed, family friendly event showcasing some of the North’s best competitors will be held on Saturday 6th May 2023 at the Ingham Showgrounds.
This year’s Charity Bull Ride will be Mr Dametto’s last and also the last time the event will be included in the rodeo program.
The Hinchinbrook MP said with just over a week to go he was trying to squeeze in as much practice and training as possible.
“It might be surprising to hear but I normally don’t practice before the event. However, since this is my last ride, I wanted to give a red-hot go,” Mr Dametto said.
“Over the weekend, I met up with Ingham locals Brad Morely and Gavin Bredden to chuck on the spurs and get some practice in before the big dance. Cheers lads for the coaching, advice
and tips of the trade.
“I’m sure my wife Alicia and my Mum will be happy to know this will be my last ride considering last year the bull nearly stood on my head.
“I am pretty sure locals have enjoyed watching their State Member try and ride a bull for the last five years but unfortunately all good things must come to an end. This doesn’t mean I won’t be looking for another thrill-seeking way to raise money for a local charity,” he said.
This year to streamline processes there will be no cash donations at the event, and instead a GoFundMe page has been set up.
“With just over a week until the Ingham Sugar City Rodeo, I’m asking everyone to dig deep to support the Charity Bull Ride and Audrey’s Angels of Hope one last time.
“Thank you to those who have already generously donated including – Shari Beatts, Teresa Denman, Katrina Aspinall and Mark Glasgow. I want to make special mention of NQ Employment for their generous $200 donation as well as the anonymous donors.
“So far, we have hit just over $400 however, my goal was $5,000 so we still have a long way to go.
“Audrey’s Angels is a locally based charity that gives support to cancer patients and their families while on their cancer journey. The Angels provide care, funding for medication, a helping hand and emotional support to those suffering from cancer.
“The Angels work relentlessly to fundraise the money they need to fund the group’s charitable services.
Reaching the $5,000 goal for Dametto’s Last Ride would equate to numerous hours and fundraisers that Angel volunteers would normally put in.
To support Dametto’s Last Ride and donate to Audrey’s Angels of Hope please visit https://gofund.me/83d09bcd
For more information, please visit the Ingham Sugar City Rodeo Facebook page.
WEDNESDAY
EWP, VEHICLES, BOATS, TRAILERS, SCOTT BONNAR RIDE ON MOWER, MILLING MACHINE, METAL LATHES, HEAVY DUTY FLOOR JACKS, LOUNGE SUITS, TVs, IPADS, SAMSUNG VR HEADSETS, JEWELLERY, ARTWORK, COLLECTABLES, DESKTOP COMPUTERS, OFFICE CHAIRS, DESKS & SHELVES, TOOLS & HARDWARE, COMMERCIAL GLASS WASHER,
Armed Forces; Management and Staff of the Tigers Leagues Club, A Special Thank You to you all; To all the Merchandise Sales Points Laying of Poppies in Garden at Cenotaph; To all Schools, Thank You all; To all Clubs of Tully and surrounding area of the Community, Thank You all; To everyone who made the Day.
From the Committee and Members of Tully RSL Sub Branch
Aged 97 years. Late of Tully Nursing Home. Formerly of McQuillen Street and Silkwood.
Loved Wife of Raymond (dec). Loved Mother and Mother-in-law of Gwenda and Graeme, and Stephen and Susan. Loving Grandmother of Brendan (dec), Cameron, Anthony, David, Jayne (dec), Mark and Great Grandmother of their families.
All Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend a Funeral Service for Angela commencing at 10.30am Thursday 11th May 2023 in the Chapel of Blacks Funerals, 18 Scullen Avenue, Innisfail.
Followed by interment in the Innisfail Cemetery.
Beloved husband of Carol. Much loved father and father-in-law of Leicha and Scott, Charleen and partner Greg, Jodie and Adrian. Cherished Pop of Holly, Matthew, Ashlee, Reece, Erin and Zoe. Loving brother of George (dec), Joyce, Allen (dec), Alfred (dec), Gladys, Warren and Elsie.
All relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a Graveside Service for Graham commencing at 1.30p.m., Wednesday, 10th May, 2023 at the New Tully Lawn Cemetery.
Late of Sunshine Coast formerly Tully. Passed away peacefully on Sunday 23rd April 2023. Aged 85 Years.
Beloved husband of Maria (Dec'd). Adored father to Jordana, Olga, Helen, Dulcie, Steve and Tanya.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at the Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, 61 Edmund Street Caloundra on Wednesday 10th May 2023 Commencing at 12:00pm. Caloundra 5491 1559
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AOG / ACC / Churches of Christ Baptist Family Centre Innisfail, 9:30am, Sun, 12 Tierney St, Innisfail Estate
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
Uniting
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
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 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
Sapore Di Italia is an Authentic, locally owned Italian Restaurant and coffee shop. Alf, Julie and team welcome you all to come and dine with them at their Restaurant and coffee shop providing a full menu for breakfast, lunch and Dinners available to dine in or for takeaway pick up to enjoy in the comfort of your own home.
Come and indulge in the finest Italian cuisine at our restaurant, where we offer a wide range of delectable dishes. From mouth-watering traditional pasta dishes like lasagne to savory chicken and veal parmigiana, juicy steaks, and fresh seafood using locally sourced wild-caught produce (Navigator Seafood), our menu is sure to satisfy your cravings. Our Bingil Bay Beef (Midway Butchers) is tender and juicy, and it pairs perfectly with any of our delicious sauces. And to top it all off, don’t forget to try our famous coffee.
Are you ready to tantalize your taste buds with some delicious chef specials? Our talented chef team can whip up some mouth watering dishes that are sure to please your cravings and leave you feeling satisfied. If you’re celebrating a Special birthday or occasion indulge yourself with one of our amazing sweets or delicious cupcakes with a cup of hot coffee made by our skilled baristas.
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The Port of Townsville is committed to planting one million trees across its catchment area by 2050 and we’re looking for partners to dig in and help by planting native trees, shrubs and grasses on eligible community land.
If you have a tree planting initiative, you could be eligible for funding for up to 1,000 plants.
Thirsty Thursday - Parmageddon night only $18 with a choice of toppings and includes a pot.
Applications are now open until 28 May 2023 visit: https://www.townsville-port.com.au/community/community-tree-planting-program/
Daily - $15 Lunch Special includes a Pot of Drink (except Sunday)
FAR North Queensland grower Leon Collins will lead the Australian Banana Growers’ Council as Chair, taking over from Stephen Lowe as of 20 April 2023.
Mr Lowe had been Chair since December 2016 and will remain on the Council’s executive as Deputy Chair.
Mr Lowe steered the peak industry body through an unprecedented time for growers. In his six-year tenure, the industry faced rising production costs, the slow but sure spread of Panama tropical race 4, changing environmental regulations and a worldwide pandemic. Natural disasters and periods of low prices also made their mark.
Despite the challenges, Mr Lowe said there are some real positives for growers moving forward.
“Over the last six years, I’ve seen banana growers increasingly recognised for their work in the environmental space,” he said.
“As part of ABGC, I was involved in advocating for our industry ahead of the introduction of the Reef Regulations now in place in Queensland. Growers want to protect the Reef, but we wanted to ensure any new rules were actually relevant and practical. I think we managed to achieve that.
“It was heartening to represent the many, passionate
growers out there who are going above and beyond, not only to meet legislative requirements but also to leave things a little better for the next generation,” he added.
“I also think the industry’s ongoing response to Panama TR4 has set us up well for the future. I’ve been on the Board since the first detection, and the way growers have rallied is a very positive sign for what’s to come as we transition to industry management.”
“I’m a little sad to be stepping down as Chair of the ABGC, however I feel it’s time for a transition of my own away from the role.”
Mr Lowe paid tribute to the team of directors and staff he worked with and said he was confident Mr Collins was the right person to represent the industry as we advance.
“Leon is a great advocate for banana growers,” Mr Lowe said. “He has a huge amount of experience in this industry and he’s a very good communicator. I have no doubt he’ll be a great asset for the ABGC and for our industry more broadly.”
Mr Collins thanked Mr Lowe for his years of service in the position.
“It’s not an easy job, there’s always a new challenge – much like the banana industry more broadly,” Mr
Collins said.
Leon Collins runs one of the largest banana businesses in the country, family-owned since they started growing the fruit in 1971. In addition to bananas, he farms sugar, cattle and avocados on his properties at Tully and Lakeland. Mr Collins has spearheaded the ABGC’s feral pig control strategies in the Tully Valley, significantly reducing pests.
After serving on the ABGC’s board for over six years, most recently as Deputy Chair, he’s ready to take on the next challenge.
“You’ve got to give back to industry, that’s what it’s all about,” he said.
“I know there are some big issues out there right now – reduced margins and reduced income are huge worries these days.
“We’ve also got Panama disease looming over our heads. Thank goodness for the work that’s been done by growers, industry more generally and the Government to contain it to Tully so far.”
Mr Collins said he was looking forward to continuing to work closely with the ABGC board and staff to strive for a more profitable and sustainable future for growers.
The ABGC Board approved the changes to Mr Lowe and Mr Collins’ positions at the most recent meeting.
INDIGENOUS students from across the Wet Tropics region can apply for a grant to help with studies and future employment opportunities in
environmental and agricultural fields.
Terrain NRM’s Natural Capital Fund Indigenous Education Bursary Program is open to students doing university or TAFE courses focused on the environment, agriculture, natural resource management, conservation or
sustainable development.
Ty’a Dynevor and Kayoko Yamashita received $3000 grants through the fund last year.
“I’d gone from working full-time on Thursday Island to being a full-time
student as a single parent in Cairns so getting one of these grants meant a lot,’’ Kayoko says. “I could buy the equipment I needed for my practicals. It felt like it took financial pressures off my shoulders.”
Kayoko is in her second year of Environmental Management and Science at James Cook University. Another of the university’s students, Ty’a is in her third year of a Bachelor of Science, majoring in Zoology and Ecology.
She has this advice for others: “My Dad’s motto was ‘Never give up. Just go for it’. If you are experiencing financial stress and difficulties and you need an extra bit of money to support yourself in your studies, this is a great bursary fund and opportunity for you. I’ve also appreciated how Terrain keeps in touch with me for potential future opportunities, like internships and workshops in the region.”
Terrain NRM’s Natural Capital Fund Chair Pete Faulkner said the bursary program, now in third year, is all about encouraging more Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to become future leaders in natural resource management.
Applications are open until 5pm Friday 30 June. To apply, you’ll need to be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, over the age of 16, and enrolled or are about to be enrolled in a course at a recognised educational institution. For more information, phone Terrain NRM on 4043 8000.
The Wet Tropics region cover the area from the Daintree north of Port Douglas to Mareeba and Ravenshoe in the west and Ingham in the south.
About Terrain NRM
Terrain NRM is one of 56 regional natural resource management bodies around Australia. Terrain is a communitybased not-for-profit organisation that works with local partners in the Wet Tropics region so that our soil, water, landscapes, plants and animals remain healthy and continue to support great communities.
LIKE most ag sectors, Queensland’s sugarcane industry has long been viewed as a male-dominated space. And historically, at least at the leadership level, this has been true.
Of course, those of us who work in the industry have always known the vital role women have played and continue to play in driving our success.
Thankfully, over the past few decades, female roles have moved from mainly behind the scenes to more prominent professional and leadership positions, as seen at the annual Women in Sugar Conference held in Bundaberg recently.
Women from across the industry came together to hear presentations from guest speakers and share news from their own districts ahead of the rapidly approaching harvest.
Attendees included CANEGROWERS district directors and staff, scientists and researchers, agronomists, farmers, advocacy and communication professionals, and many others – all of them women.
A FURTHER round of the Innisfail Ladies Championship Singles competition occurred on April 20 due to rain the day before.
Despite an extremely long and closefought game, Helen Paterson prevailed over Jan Edgerton 26 - 12.
Last Wednesday, April 26, a further round of the Championship Pairs played out, where Lyn Stevenson and Daphne Kirkman defeated Eileen Hamann and Dell Steve 29 - 18.
The weather held out nicely for a fantastic game of social bowls, with no rain interruptions.
Today we have women leaders at the head of our milling and research bodies and also on CANEGROWERS district and state boards.
It is a testament to the progressive nature of our industry and the hard work and determination of the women working in it.
As I’ve written previously, we have workforce shortages right across the sugarcane supply chain, from haulout and loco drivers to mill workers and tradespeople.
I, for one, would love to see many of these roles filled by women, and I encourage any women in sugar-growing regions who are seeking employment to contact their local CANEGROWERS office or visit the CANEGROWERS Work in the Industry webpage to see what jobs are available that may be suited to them - https://www.canegrowers.com.au/page/jobs
Sugar price
In my last column, I wrote about the amazing rise of the world sugar price, which had reached over $800 per tonne in mid-April.
Well, thanks to a forecast global sugar shortage over
In a thriller, Sue Morrison, Bev Anderson, Ann Rule and Jan Dunn claimed victory on the last end over Maisie Smith, Helen Paterson, Diana O'Brien and Joan Atkinson 15 - 14.
Last weekend, Innisfail ladies competed in the first round of Pennants for 2023 against Weipa Ladies held at Gordonvale Bowls Club.
LAST Thursday afternoon’s social bowls winners were Bob Chaplain, Greg McDonald and Peter Ryan.
New members and visitors are most welcome, with names to be in by 12.30 pm for a 1.00 pm start.
the next two years, there is no end in sight to these record-high prices, with the 2023 contract hitting $842 per tonne on April 28.
The rising prices for the 2024, 2025 and 2026 seasons are equally exciting. While many growers may miss out on the fantastic 2023 price as they’ve already forward-priced their sugar, there are still some incredible gains to be made by forward pricing over the next three seasons.
Optimism is building within the industry with the harvest just weeks away and a good-looking crop ready to be cut and crushed.
Growers hope that the weather holds and that mills have completed their required maintenance and capital works and are ready to fire up in June.
Unnecessary delays, be they due to poor weather or poor mill performance, will be bad news for everyone. Suppose we can get this crop cut and crushed by late November. In that case, it will benefit the entire sugarcane supply chain and the communities it supports.
The pennants season begins on May 13, with Innisfail’s first and third-division teams on the notice board.
Those players selected in pennants teams who are not available to play, please notify the club’s selectors.
Club competition games are in full swing, with the next round of results decided.
In A-Grade Club Singles, Bob Chaplain defeated David Irwin, Doug Juhas defeated Gordon Goes, Alf Siliato defeated George Edgerton, Michael de Vries defeated Lou Fedalto, whilst Jim Martinod defeated Ian Humphreys.
Snow Clark and Greg McDonald defeated Ian Revie and Joe Van Tienen in Club Pairs.
In Club Fours, the team of Gordon Goes, Steve Howe, Warren Sinclair, and Lou Fedalto defeated Jim Martinod, John Kremastos, Steve Stoter and Peter Ryan.
PRIZE winning team of the barefoot bowls played Thursday, April 27 with the highest margin was:
Breo, Donna Gosney & Patrick Dickerson 20 defeating Mark Girgenti, Danny Chappell & Jim Dickerson 12
Fluer, Malynda Cole, Angie Foti & Ian Wood def Chance, Jan Johnson, Dianne Tomba 7 Bob Bell 14-7
Men’s pairs results for April 28:
Prize winning team was M Girgenti & F Pallanza defeating B Bell & T George 24-11
L Molochino & P Heerman def G Brierley 7 R Peterson 14-9
I Wood, R Cantatore & T Koop def J Eddleston, J Crossman & K Walker 1910
Mixed Social bowls results for May 30:
Prize winning team was P Reyland, J Fenoglio & T Koop defeating E Dundas, K Walker & J Craven 19-13 (18 points to 9)
M Cole, D Horsley & A Di Bella def A Foti, J Dickerson & J Eddleston 21-20 (17 points to 11)
B Eddleston, J Holmes & N Evans lost to B Bell, M Bube & N Evans 19-21 (12 points to 15)
Happening at our club this week. Call 47762117 or 0487240397 to nominate for any of the following games.
Barefoot bowls played every Thursday between 6 pm-8 pm
Names on the board by 5:30 pm.
Men’s Pairs played every Friday at 2:15 pm
Names into the club by 1:45 pm P Ryan on duty for May 5:
This Friday first prize will be $25 & a six pack of your choice as second prize (soft drink may substituted)
Mixed Social bowls played every Sunday at 1:30 pm
Names into the club by 12:30 pm
On Roster for the 7th of May:
Bar: T Koop
Social Selector: R Cantatore
WHAT a roller coaster couple of weeks for Innisfail Golf Club, as the weather played a pivotal part in the Innisfail Classic on April 22 - 23.
The second day of the Classic proved difficult with only half of the field
completing two days of competition.
Those players in contention tried their best to complete the round after a heavy downpour that stopped play at 12.30 pm. The course was unplayable after 130mm had fallen by 4.30 pm.
A special mention to all the volunteers for their massive efforts to get the course and clubhouse looking sensational for local and visiting golfers who played in the Innisfail Classic. A high volume of visitors had high praise for their weekly efforts.
Thanks to everyone who braved the conditions to play in the Innisfail Classic tournament and congratulations to all the winners.
Overall results:
Men’s Gross
A-Grade: Darren Ritchie
B-Grade: Mick Wilkinson
C-Grade: Darryl Gould
Men’s Nett
A-Grade: Luke Peters
B-Grade: Colin Lyons
C-Grade: Chris Croatto
Ladies Gross
A-Grade
1st: Christelle Prinsloo
2nd: Katrina Harper
B-Grade
1st: Lisa Spiegler
2nd: Leanne King
Ladies Nett
A-Grade
1st: Debra Smith
2nd: Sue Job
B-Grade
1st: Hipas Donald
2nd: Glynis McGrath
Day 1 results:
Men’s Gross
A-Grade
Pieter Prinsloo
B-Grade
Vaughan Smith
C-Grade
Shane Trembath
Men’s Nett
A-Grade
Jake Cockle
B-Grade
Mick Wilkinson
C-Grade
Darryl Gould
Day 2 results:
Men’s Gross
A-Grade: Andrew Rose
B-Grade: Mick Wilkinson
C-Grade: Darryl Gould
Men’s Nett
A-Grade: Colin Bidgood
B-Grade: Colin Lyons
C-Grade: P Walters
Wet weather forced a reduction of the Ladies to a one-day competition, whilst the Men's competition had results compiled of players who completed the two days.
Congratulations to Innisfail juniors who travelled to Atherton to compete in the two-day Atherton Curlew Junior Open on April 22 - 23.
Keean Greven stepped up to 13-holes and played well, just missed taking home the prizes, whilst Regina Gattera played well for her first 18-holes in a while.
Caine Cockle played extremely well and took out the 18 Hole boys Division, with a personal best on the Atherton course.
Well done and best of luck training for the Queensland State School Championships later this month.
IGC Rules & Etiquette
Last week’s Quiz
During pennants, Bobby B’s ball is in the penalty area in shallow water. He decides to play the ball as it lies. Bobby deliberately touches the water in the penalty area in his back swing.
What is the ruling?
A. No penalty
B. One stroke penalty
C. Loss of hole
Answer: A. There is no penalty for a plyer touching water in a penalty area. Rule 17.1b.
This week’s Quiz
Hayley is in the bunker on the fourth hole during the Monthly Medal. When making her backswing, she touches a leaf in the bunker with her club.
What is the ruling?
A. No penalty
B. Hayley receives a one stroke penalty.
C. Hayley receives a general penalty.
Wednesday’s All Sporters competition (April 19) - washed out.
Club captain, Luke Peters displayed good form before the Classic to win Friday Sporters nine-hole competition on April 21.
Results
1st: Luke Peters 18pts
2nd: Jake Cockle 17pts c/b
3rd: Bryce Hoad 17pts c/b
NTP - Colin Bidgood
Upcoming Events
Wednesday All Sporters competitionfrom 12.00 pm and 3.00 pm
Friday Sporters competition - from 12.00 pm and 2.00 pm - online bookings
WITH the 2023 State of Origin series opener only a few weeks away, it's time as a footy lover of our great state to get our team together and figure out who and where our players should go.
Being the greatest Fullback of all time should be enough knowledge for our coach Billy Slater to gather his thoughts on our final squad. In saying that, we still have a few positions in the air, which is always a selection dilemma for couch coaches.
With all due respect to Broncos gun Reece Walsh having a breakout season in the number one jersey, the Fullback should be Kaylin Ponga. He proved in the last few series that he can deliver, and his ball-playing skills out the back are our go-to if the middle fails. We usually repay the faith by selecting those who have done it in the past for us, and Kaylin should be the exception to the rule.
The wingers basically pick themselves in GI-reborn Selwyn Cobbo and Origin specialist Val Holmes, who is also our goal kicker. Our 3 and 4 would be Dane Gagai from the Knights, and my bolter would be Hamiso Tabuai, who can easily play fullback wing when needed. I have Hammer there because he can cover on the run, and he deserves a spot after his start with the Phone.
Daley Cherry Evan will once again Captain the Maroons from the number 7, but this will be his last series as skipper cause I believe that the time is now for Cameron Munster to take over. Munster is what the
State of Origin is all about, unpredictability, rawness and playing for the love of the game, not to mention he's crazy. The big stage is what he loves, and you can bet this dude will have you talking about it like your favourite KFC burger deal.
I've got Tully boy Thomas Flegler to start in the Front Row, and my prop is the silent but deadly Christian Welch of the Storms. Cowboys Rubin Cotter and Jai Arrow will make it a mongrel, no-nonsense pack in the Back and Second Rows, with Patty Carrigan locking the scrum with his workaholic-like engine.
Ben Hunt is our hooker simply because he's been the best player in the last four series, and maybe that try last year to win made me love him all over again, and he's forgiven for the 2015 GF.
The bench is essential for the run-on players, so we want energy and a continuation of the work already done.
Harry Grant will bring that. He's quick, smart and loves lazy forwards. Expect fireworks when he comes on.
Lindsey Collins will bring size, the perfect foil for Welch, so we will keep everything when they swap.
If there was a time for redemption, this 2023 edition is the time, so I'm willing to throw one to Cowboys forward Coen Hess. Sure, he's been a bit of a loose cannon, but that's what we need at Origin, a Tallis-like fire bomb who'll be ready for anything, whether it's in the rules or not.
The last spot I will give to is the wonder kid Reece Walsh. A player like that has to be rewarded, so you don't start him but have him there so he can get a feel of the game. He can cover numerous positions and will definitely break the game open if we need an ace in the deck to trump anything the Blues may have. No one will see his injection into the game coming, so he'll have that surprise element.
THE tropical waters of Samoa are beckoning for four Mission Beach teenagers who will represent Australia in outrigger canoe paddling.
Charlotte Sharpe, Angie Andreson and sisters Azariah and Eliana Wigley-Gill are in training for the International Va’a Federation Distance Championships, where they’ll race in an under-19s crew on a 24-kilometre course amongst paddlers from all over the world.
Fresh from training camps at Mooloolaba and Redcliffe, Charlotte said excitement was building.
“It still feels unbelievable that we’ve been given the chance to go to Samoa and represent Australia. The whole experience so far has been incredible. The next few months are going to be more hard work and then, before we know it, we’ll be there. What an amazing opportunity.”
As part of the Mission Beach Outrigger Canoe Club, Charlotte and Angie started paddling three years ago, while Azariah and Eliana have been paddling for two years. They’ve spent the last two months training six to seven days a week on the water, in the pool, running and at cardio and strength workout sessions.
“We’re liking having something big to work towards and feeling your fitness and strength improving,’’ Eliana said. The girls are following a program set out by a southern coach, with the help of club coach Michelle Lloyd and on-land fitness trainer Jamie Harris. They’ll be racing in a crew of six, with two southern juniors.
“It’s paddling, schoolwork, eating and sleeping at the moment. And a job’s in there as well. You come home tired, but it has also been fun – and it’s going to be a memorable experience,’’ Angie said. She’ll be steering for the crew, and training in all sorts of ocean conditions, both at home and further south, has been an advantage.
“The swells in Samoa are going to be bigger than
here. Every time I’m in the six I’m trying things and learning. Mooloolaba was very windy, even in the river. Experiences like that will make it easier later on.”
Angie, Charlotte and Azariah are taking on the challenge in their final year of school.
Azariah said it has been amazing on several levels.
“It’s not just the race. We’re all motivating each other to
This side is a powerful line-up in all the key areas; it brings passion, speed when needed and a little of what the future will look like. If you have an origin team worthy of my attention to print in the paper, please don't be afraid to put it up against mine cause I can guarantee mine will come out on top. State of Origin 2023, bring it on.
1. Kaylin Ponga
2. Selwyn Cobbo
3. Dane Gagai
4.Hamiso Tabui
5. Val Holmes
6. Cameron Munster
7. Daley Cherry Evans
8. Thomas Flegler
9. Ben Hunt
10. Christian Welch
11. Rubin Cotter
12. Jai Arrow
13. Patty Carrigan
14. Harry Grant
15. Lindsey Collins
16. Coen Hess
17. Reece Walsh
train, and we’re fundraising together as a team. It’s the journey as a whole. In Samoa, they’re so into paddling that the culture is going to be amazing too. And the chance to represent women, and younger girls, in sport.
“To start in such a small town paddling on weekends, do some racing… and then it comes to this. It’s really cool. The whole paddling community in Mission Beach and across Australia has been so supportive too.”
The girls have been organising raffles, and they now have a Go Fund Me page, set up by a clubmate. To find it, visit www.gofundme.com and use the search words ‘outrigging Samoa.
AFTER a highly successful Come and Try Day in March, Boogan Stars Junior Football Club is geared up for the start of the junior season this Saturday with games against Mareeba at Castor Park, Mourilyan.
With healthy numbers in all age groups, and teams being finalised, it is shaping up to be another cracking season for the club.
Boogan Squirts is for boys and girls under 4/5 years, whilst boys and girls from Under 6 to Under 11 make up the junior teams.
“It is not too late, and the club would love to hear from anyone interested in coaching teams in all age groups, especially the Squirts.”
This year's coaches are Damien Musumeci, Erik D'Urso and Gavin Devaney for the three Under 10/11 teams, Daniel Goodwin, Michael Blair and Aaron McKell; the three Under 8/9 teams, Michael Russo, Tom Ogilvie, Sharon Stephenson, Byron Jones and Josephine D'Urso for the four/five Under 6/7 teams.
As in 2022, D'Urso Airconditioning & Electrical, Tassal and Innisfail Family Health remain this year's Boogan Stars jersey sponsors.
The club's shirt sponsors are Mourilyan Bakery, Retreat Beauty, LRF Repairs, ACM Custom Rods, Innisfail Glass & Aluminium, Ignite Financial NQ, Innisfail Family Health and OPAL.
It is not too late, and the club would love to hear from anyone interested in coaching teams in all age groups, especially the Squirts.
After the Easter holidays, training is well underway again, with the Squirts training only on Thursdays from 5:15 pm to 6:15 pm at Castor Park, whilst sixto 11-year-old players train at the same time and then play games at Castor Park, Mourilyan on Saturday afternoons.
At the club's AGM held in March at Castor Park, the new office bearers for the 2023 - 2024 season are as follows: Erik D'Urso (President), Daniel Goodwin (Vice President), Claire McKell (Secretary), Kylie Goodwin (Treasurer), Aaron McKell (Registrar), Damien Musumeci (Coaching coordinator) and Sharon Stephenson (Under 6/7 coordinator).
For further information, please contact the club via booganstars.soccer@gmail.com or the Boogan Stars Junior Football Club Facebook page.
S O much to learn when you train at Tait’s Family Martial defence skills builds more Thursdays State School.
Training is like sweeping the floor. Just because we’ve done it once, doesn’t mean the floor is clean forever. Every day the dust comes back. Every day we must sweep.
LAST month, the FNQ junior rugby league season kicked off, with round 1 games played at Jones Park in Innisfail, Cairns and Smithfield.
In round 2 fixtures, Tully Tigers Under 14 team had a comprehensive 56 - 4 win over Redlynch at Jones Park, Innisfail’s Under 16 team crushed Edmonton 444, whilst Innisfail’s Under 15 team had a gutsy 18 - 18 draw against Edmonton.
Innisfail’s try scorers: Braith Clubb, Rocco Balbi, Floyd Sakail, D’Artanyan Connolly, Tyler Triantafyllou, Ben Mairu, Aaron Ambrum and Riley Wells. Goals: Kyson Sue San 5 and Ben Walker 1.
Tully’s try scorers: Denan Anderson 3, Benjamin Muriata 2, Jackson Solien 2, Fynn Hawkins, Riley Berge and Kaedyn Ketchell. Goals: Riley Berge 6, Benjamin Muriata 1 and Kaedyn Ketchell 1.
After two rounds of competition, Innisfail is sitting second on the Under 15 ladder, whilst Tully is second on the Under 14 ladder.
Since 2021, Far North Queensland Rugby League is the new governing and operational body for junior football.
The Under 6 to Under 12 age groups are non-competitive, while the Under 13 to Under 16 age groups are competitive, with games over two 30-minute halves and a five-minute break.
FNQ Rugby League junior results: Under 13
Round 1 - April 21 - 22
Innisfail 64 def Mareeba 0
Redlynch 40 def Tully 0
Cairns Brothers 50 def Cairns Kangaroos Blue 4
Mossman 28 def Yarrabah 20
Edmonton 52 def Ivanhoe Knights 12
Bye: Cairns Kangaroos Gold
Round 2 - April 28 - 29
Edmonton 44 def Innisfail 10
Cairns Kangaroos Gold 24 def Mossman 20
Cairns Brothers 50 def Mareeba 6
Redlynch 32 def Ivanhoe Knights 6
Cairns Kangaroos Blue 30 def Yarrabah
22
Bye: Tully Tigers
Under 14
Round 1 - April 21- 22
Innisfail 34 def Mareeba 4
Southern Suburbs 34 def Redlynch 4
Edmonton 40 def Ivanhoe Knights 0
Cairns Kangaroos 30 def Cairns Brothers 14
Bye: Tully
Round 2 - April 28 - 29
Tully 56 def Redlynch 4
Edmonton 26 def Innisfail 18
Cairns Kangaroos 50 def Ivanhoe
Knights 6
Cairns Brothers 40 def Mareeba 4
Bye: Southern Suburbs
Under 15
Round 1 - April 21 - 22
Innisfail 20 def Mareeba 4
Edmonton 52 def Ivanhoe Knights 0
Southern Suburbs 44 def Cairns
Kangaroos Blue 6
Cairns Brothers 32 def Cairns Kangaroos Gold 4
Bye: Tully
Round 2 - April 28 - 29
Innisfail 18 drew with Edmonton 18
Cairns Kangaroos Gold 26 def Tully 10
Ivanhoe Knights 32 def Cairns
Kangaroos Blue 14
Cairns Brothers 44 def Mareeba 0
Bye: Southern Suburbs
Under 16
Round 1 - April 21 - 22
Mareeba 28 def Innisfail 10
Edmonton 24 drew with Ivanhoe Knights 24
Cairns Brothers 34 def Cairns Kangaroos
6
Bye: Redlynch
Round 2 - April 28 - 29
Innisfail 44 def Edmonton 4
Redlynch 34 def Ivanhoe Knights 24
Cairns Brothers 34 def Mareeba 24
Bye: Cairns Kangaroos
To view upcoming junior fixtures, results and ladders, please visit https://www.playrugbyleague.com/ Competitions/Competition/2023competition.
THE forecasters got it right, the winds dropped off, and the weather fined up to give us our second long weekend in a row of excellent boating conditions.
Several boats travelled out wide to fish the rubble patches along the edge of the continental shelf. The crews I talked to were disappointed with their catches, especially as they had done exceptionally well in the same areas during recent trips. They managed some nice Rosy Jobfish and Flame snapper; however, catches of Nannygai and Red Emperor could have been better or were nonexistent. What is worse, the sharks were in plague numbers. They continually took the fish and their terminal gear forcing several boats to move back closer to shore to fish the shallow reefs.
Those that fished the main reefs found the fishing a lot better with reasonable numbers of Coral Trout and mixed reef fish; as an added bonus, virtually everyone that took the time to put out a floating bait managed to catch a Spanish Mackerel.
Closer around the rubble patches and wrecks between the shipping channel and main reefs, I have heard some very positive reports of good numbers of both Small and Large Mouth Nannygai and the occasional Coral Trout, Spangled Emperor and Cobia. These rubble patches also start to fish well for School and Spanish Mackerel. Many of the Spanish are small fish around the 60cm. size, which should be a good indicator of a successful breeding season. Hopefully, last year's closed season will lead to a speedy recovery in Spanish Mackerel numbers.
The islands and headlands suffered from the effects of all the recent rain and strong winds with poor water clarity, especially in close. Reports have been reasonable with some very lovely Fingermark and the occasional good catch of Grunter reported. Some nice Grass Sweet Lip, Coral Trout, and Gold Spot Cod have also been caught.
The Queenfish and Trevally have also moved in close, around the islands and some of the coastal creeks.
Many of the coastal creeks have started to clear, and these are the ones that provided the best fishing during last weekend. Some nice Barra and Jacks were
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caught, and of course, the bread and butter species such as Whiting and Bream. The mud crabs have been relatively plentiful, and there has also been plenty of prawns in the creeks.
The Hinchinbrook Channel provided great fishing with great Barra and Mangrove Jacks caught. The crew from the shop put in a long day and managed to catch some smaller Barra and some very nice Jacks in the 40 to 45 cm. mark on the new Cast soft plastic paddle tails.
The freshwater reaches of the coastal creeks, particularly the Tully and Murray rivers, provided great fishing with some quality Barra to over the metre caught.
I haven't heard any reports from the upper freshwater reaches; I guess with the calm seas and fantastic fishing downstream, it wasn't as inviting as usual. Looking forward a few days to this coming weekend, the forecast is for 15 to 20 knots of south easterly winds. This will confine fishing to the estuaries or the Hinchinbrook Channel.
The early morning tide run will suit those wishing to target Barra and Mangrove Jacks in the estuaries. Either side of the afternoon low tide would be another option. This same low also offers opportunities to those that wish to pump a few yabbies or cast net some prawns and then fish the incoming tide for Whiting, Flathead, Grunter or Bream. Remember the crab pots. Good Fishing, Roly Newton, Tackle World Tully
LOCAL dancers had an impressive start with solid performances at the 40th annual Innisfail & District Ballet & Dance Society competition at the Johnstone Shire Hall.
This year's dance competition ran for eight consecutive days. It attracted competitors from Townsville, Ayr, Mackay, Cairns, Gordonvale, Mossman and the Atherton Tablelands.
Adjudicator Chris McCarthy from New South Wales, who previously judged the competition in 2000 and 2008, returned at the committee's request for this year's special milestone year.
Adjudicator's secretary (penciller), Mary Tonner from Townsville, who has done this role for 21 years, also returned to be part of the event's 40th anniversary.
Last Saturday evening, in celebration of the competition's 40th-year milestone, past championship-winning dancers, dance teachers, committee members, volunteers and distinguished guests attended a special meet and greet.
Those in attendance enjoyed nibblies and light refreshments as they remembered the fantastic results over the past 40 years of the competition, with a slideshow featuring photos of past dancers who won championships and major awards.
On the night, IDBDS acknowledged past and present committee members, Peppi Bertei (inaugural IDBDS President) and 21 years of service; George Kotzas (inaugural IDBDS
Treasurer) and 19 years of service, Lina Calleja (22 years); Carol Buljubasich (22 years) and Lisa Laffin (15 years) for their dedicated service to keep the event running.
Over the first four days, dancers in all age groups displayed their talents onstage in a wide variety of sections, ranging from tap, classical to hip hop and received detailed, constructive advice from experienced adjudicator and choreographer,
Local dancers achieved first, second and third placings, Very Highly Commended, Highly Commended and Merits and received special IDBDS 40th anniversary commemorative trophies, medals and ribbons.
IDBDS results - April 27 - 30
Tap solo - 7 years
Merit: Charlee McIlwain
Speed tap solo - 18 years and under
2nd: Mia Terry
3rd: Bianca Brant
Tap solo - 9 years
HC: Victoria Ogilvie
Classical solo - 8 years
VHC: Aria Di Palma
Song and Soft Shoe solo - 8 years and under, inclusive
3rd: Olivia Ah Shay
HC: Penelope Blair
National solo (excluding Scottish and Irish) - 18 years and under
1st: Bianca Brant
3rd: Stevie Chizzotti
VHC: Amity Stewart
Musical Theatre/Cabaret solo - 18 years and under
1st: Bianca Brant
Tap solo - 15 - 18 years
2nd: Bianca Brant
All Abilities Solo (Any age)
1st: Jade Leecherta
1st: Charis Dorrington
1st: Frances Hoad
1st: Ghislaine Ross
