Wet Tropic Times, 2023, August 31, Newspaper Edition

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Tully athlete, Dasha

Mulligan is geared up to compete in the Obstacle Course World Championships in Belgium

MARIA GIRGENTI

DAGMAR (Dasha) Mulligan from Tully is pumped to represent Australia at the upcoming World Obstacle Course UIPM OCR Championships in Belgium.

These championships feature over 140 countries, and this sport could feature in the 2028 Olympics.

Obstacle course racing (OCR) combines trail running with military-style obstacles (such as crawling under barbed wire, carrying heavy canisters, and climbing

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STATEMENT FROM NICK DAMETTO MP: PORT

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PETITIONS LODGED WITH HINCHINBROOK SHIRE COUNCIL &

Innisfail’s Micale Cabinets recognised for excellence

MARIA GIRGENTI

LAST month, Innisfail’s Micale Cabinets took out the Best Residential Kitchen in this year’s Master Builders’ Queensland Far North Queensland Housing and Construction Awards held at the Cairns Convention Centre.

At these awards, more than 30 builders, projects, and individuals were recognised for excellence, and the judging panel was impressed with the calibre of workmanship, superb finishes, and innovation in construction.

Established in 1996, Micale Cabinets has proven itself on a long and reputable name in Far North Queensland for over 25 years.

Business owner Jason Micale and his team have over 80 years of joinery knowledge and experience between them and strive to produce quality craftsmanship with each project.

Micale Cabinets is incredibly proud and thankful for their team of 18, along with the homeowners who invested so much time and trust in their abilities, which enabled them to deliver this award-winning kitchen.

This award is a fitting testament to the team’s

passion and commitment to achieving award-winning designs and inspires now and into the future.

The award-winning kitchen is located at Maalan View, a property set in the misty mountains of Millaa Millaa.

Upon entering this home, the fireplace guides you into the open-plan living space, where an elegant kitchen with luxury and class greets one.

The Polytec Ultramatt Black and Formica Tassie Oak Grain cabinetry creates a sense of warmth, paired with Dekton Domoos bench tops and natural Titanium Granite.

The illuminated granite splashback carries the waterfall illusion down from the ceiling to the Island bench that flows over the ends to the timber flooring.

This kitchen boasts luxurious features with integrated fridges, freezers, dishwashers, double ovens and warmer drawers.

Warm LED lighting seen throughout creates a cosy atmosphere and homely feel, whilst Blum soft close hardware and Legrabox Terra Black drawers are featured throughout.

This kitchen is perfect for all cuisine styles, with

spacious cooking areas and an abundance of storage, making it ideal for entertaining or inspiring the chef.

Micale Cabinets won their first Master Builders award in 2002 and are thrilled to be delivering prizewinning projects in 2023.

Micale Cabinets staff and family celebrated their Master Builders’ award at the Far North Queensland Housing and Constructions Awards.

Spiritual food with Jess

Life at hand

DO you feel it, the beat?

The beat within your chest.

Do you feel your heartbeat, the life within you?

Do you feel and see in the Spirit as much as you do physically? How is your spiritual condition?

Is your Spirit alive? Are you feeding your Spirit on Christ?

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Proverbs 27:19 NIV How can we sustain life without feeding on all God has given us?

Jesus even tells us to eat his flesh and drink his

blood, but what does that mean exactly?

The picture of the contrast between physical and spiritual food is painted when we read John 6.

In John 6, the 5000 were only focused on having their stomachs filled: they were only

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seeking physical bread, physical satisfaction, but there was something more substantial, something more sustaining that leads to eternal life: spiritual food “Food that endures to eternal life, which the Son of Man will give you” (verse 27). Jesus attempts to turn

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the perspective of the 5000 away from physical sustenance to their genuine need, which was spiritual.

Jesus explains that it is not physical bread that the world needs but spiritual bread. Jesus three times identifies Himself as that spiritual bread.

I am the living bread that came down from heaven. Whoever eats this bread will live forever. This bread is my flesh, which I will give for the life of the world.”

John 6:51 NIV

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Our needs are not just physical; some requirements and expectations can only be taken care of in the Spirit by having that relationship with God through Jesus. The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace.

Romans 8:6 NIV

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Tully athlete, Dasha Mulligan is geared up to compete in the Obstacle Course World Championships in Belgium

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In Belgium, Mulligan will race in the standard course of 14-15 km in the 3035 years female category, which has up to 50 different obstacles.

Mulligan is the only athlete from Far North Queensland, with most of the Australian team from Queensland and others from New South Wales, Victoria and Western Australia.

From the Czech Republic, Mulligan graduated with a bachelor’s degree in hospitality and hotel management. While working in Canada, she met her Australian husband.

Over six years ago, Mulligan and her husband moved to Australia, where she fell in love with fitness and a healthy lifestyle.

In 2018, Mulligan, her husband and two friends competed in a True Grit race for the first time in the Open Wave team category.

After the first True Grit race, she did a few more races in the Open Wave category but did not return to compete in OCR until 2021.

Different races have varying lengths and numbers of obstacles, with the usual lengths between 3km-5km for ‘sprint’ and 10-15km for ‘standard,’ longer and ultra distances.

There are different rules for failing an obstacle, like burpees or extra running (usually under challenging conditions like uphill, with a canister, etc), which is physically demanding and takes longer than the obstacle itself.

Some races only allow athletes to fail 2-3 obstacles before disqualification, and they can still walk the rest of the

course but not the finish line.

Mulligan trains 6-7 days a week, split between running, lower and upper body strength, grip and mobility.

She also runs 35-40 km a week, mostly on trails, so her body gets accustomed to running on uneven terrain.

Once a week, Mulligan travels to

a Townsville gym to train on OCRlike obstacles, and her coach is Liam McKenzie of The McKenzie Method, one of the best OCR coaches in Australia. Although Mulligan has never raced outside of Australia, she is nervous but excited to see the sport in Europe, where it has gained popularity.

Statement from Nick Dametto MP – Port Hinchinbrook

LAST week during Parliament I was joined by Cassowary Coast Regional Council (CCRC) CEO Andrew Graffen and Mayor Mark Nolan for ministerial meetings in relation to the normalisation process of Port Hinchinbrook.

We met with staff from the Energy Minister’s office to discuss possible options for Port Hinchinbrook’s streetlighting issues and I am led to believe the CCRC will now work closely with Ergon Energy to reach a resolution. We also met with Deputy Premier Steven Miles to discuss funding opportunities for the shortfall in the Sewerage Treatment Plant project. I understand the CCRC will liaise directly with the Department of State Development on this issue however should the CCRC require my support to progress any funding avenues or any other state related matters, I am committed to assisting any way I can.

Overall, the meetings were positive and I am hopeful

that good outcomes can be achieved. If anyone wishes to obtain updates about any of the above they should contact the CCRC directly.

In recent days, I, along with other community members learnt that the acid sulphate and heavy metal testing of the sediment in One Mile Creek commenced this week. I was furious to hear this especially because it was contrary to previous representations made to me by the CCRC that the testing was complete.

Understandably, the community is highly frustrated with the slow progress of Port Hinchinbrook’s normalisation process, and this has only been heightened by the absence of timely communication and updates. This latest news indicates that the dredging project is approximately three months behind schedule despite assurances that timeframes were being met.

I have worked hard to try and ensure that these Port Hinchinbrook and Cardwell projects stay on track and progress forward to completion. I have been meeting

with the CCRC monthly to keep a finger on the pulse but it appears not all the information I have been provided through these meetings was accurate.

Through the many years of discourse, I have continuously supported the CCRC as they navigated the mammoth task of normalising Port Hinchinbrook and I have endeavoured to absorb as much of the community’s frustrations as possible.

It is now up to the CCRC to clearly communicate what are the hold ups, what is the timeline and what is the plan to progress this project through to fruition. And it must be explained to the public how this misinformation has occurred, someone must know?

I will always be committed to seeing Port Hinchinbrook rejuvenated to its true potential. However, until the CCRC has made a formal app to Des the progress of the project sits entirely with the proponent, the Cassowary Coast Regional Council.

Dasha Mulligan carried heavy cannisters during the qualifying race on the Gold Coast.

In late May, Dasha Mulligan took part in the Spartan Race on the Gold Coast where she finished in the top 10 and qualified to compete in Belgium.

Dasha Mulligan from Tully will proudly represent Australia in the Obstacle Course Race World Championships in Belgium this month.

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Progressive scientific innovation at St John’s School, Silkwood

NERISSA CAMILLERI - ST JOHN'S SCHOOL, SILKWOOD

ON August 16, St John’s School, Silkwood teamed up with Canegrowers Tully, QPS and local industry groups to provide students with a day of immersive science-based activities for National Science Week.

Linking with this year’s theme

- Innovation: Powering future industries - The Queensland Police Service, Canegrowers Tully, and their partners Sugar Research Australia (SRA), Tully Sugar Limited, Terrain NRM, Queensland Canegrowers and

Camilleri Earthmoving displayed how advances in technology and design are benefitting our local communities and agricultural industries, such as the sugarcane Industry in our region.

On the day, science activities enabled students opportunities to develop their scientific understandings and skills with a very hands-on approach.

Students used virtual reality technology to explore the sugar journey, watching the growing, milling and refining processes. They could also see firsthand the milling process on a

mobile sugar mill and undertake soil samples and water quality testing.

Other highlights included tasting all the wonderful products made from local raw sugar and a close look at the Trimble Ag GPS systems used in a Case Steiger 600 tractor and inside the cab.

St Johns was also fortunate to have a visit from Acting Sergeant Cameron Fell and Senior Police Liaison Officer Stacey Kneubuhler.

Acting Sergeant Fell and Senior PLO Kneubuhler showed students the police speed gun,

and each student had a chance to clock their fastest runs.

St John’s also hosted activities around the theme of technological based innovations, such as electrical circuits using fruit and 3D printing.

This collaborative event would not have been possible without the generous support of the Australian Government National Science Week Grants, Cassowary Coast Regional Council and Teitzels Tully IGA.

St John’s especially wanted to thank all the staff and volunteers from Queensland Police Service, Canegrowers Tully, Sugar Research Australia (SRA), Tully Sugar Limited, Terrain NRM, Queensland Canegrowers and Camilleri Earthmoving.

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Students at St John’s School, Silkwood engaged in National Science Week activities. St John’s School, Silkwood students participated in activities as part of National Science Week.

St John’s School, Silkwood students with Senior PLO Stacey Kneubuhler and Acting Sergeant Cameron Fell.

Greg Shannon from Tully Sugar with a student during National Science Week at St John’s School, Silkwood.

Innisfail’s new tourism venture

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RECENTLY,

Innisfail’s latest tourist attraction kicked off, with Melbourne journalist and travel writer Tim Richards and his author wife, Narrelle Harris, as special guests of Cassowary Coast Tourism and Innisfail & District Historical Society.

“We are thrilled to be able to bring Innisfail’s Art Deco history alive for locals and tourists,” said Innisfail & District Historical Society President Trish Ernst.

“It is an added attraction for our town which showcases our distinctive, Art Deco architecture combined with fascinating stories of the town’s past,” she said.

As a former travel consultant, Ms Ernst believes the one-tour is terrific value at $20.00, devised by Historical Society volunteers Geoff Thomas and Paul Keenan, who will conduct the tour. This tour will operate every Thursday at 10.00 am from May to November, departing from the Shire Hall in Rankin Street Innisfail.

Anyone wishing to participate in the Art Deco Guided History Walk can make bookings and payment online via trybooking.com/CKXOE, or by phoning Cassowary Coast Tourism on 4068 7099.

The new walking tour is available on

the Thursday of the Society’s Tropical Art Deco Festival, which runs from September 13 -17.

All festival event tickets are now on

Booking links for festival events are accessible via the Historical Society website’s Tropical Art Deco page at www.innisfailhistory.com.au/about-6, or the Tropical Art Deco Facebook page.

Cassowary Coast Regional Council is excited to announce the release of the Draft Economic Development Strategy 2023-2033

Growing Stronger Together

The Strategy acknowledges the value of our established industries and seeks to support their growth, while also promoting sustainable diversification both within and beyond these industries

The Strategy outlines goals and initiatives that help guide the future economic development efforts of the region

Sustainable & Resilient Economy

Attractive & Do Business Vibrant & Prosperous Communities

Council is inviting community members, business owners and other stakeholders in the region to share feedback on the Draft Economic Development Strategy 2023-2033 All feedback provided will support the Council to refine and finalise the Economic Development Strategy 2023-2033

For more information, please visit Council’s Yoursay site cutt ly/EconomicDevelopment or scan the QR Code

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Cassowary Coast Tourism’s Patrick Bluett, tour guide Geoff Thomas, travel writer Tim Richards, Narelle Harris and tour guide Paul Keenan.

Hinchinbrook Shire Council General Meeting

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Are petitions to the local council the new way to draw attention

SARI RUSSO

AUGUST saw two petitions raised in the area covered by the Wet Tropic Times.

The Cassowary Coast Action Network (CCAN) were concerned that the Cassowary Coast Regional Council had gone cashless at their council offices. Salvatore Zullo and 54 others petitioned the Hinchinbrook Shire Council over speeding and noise concerns on Mill Road.

Michelle Webster, Hinchinbrook Shire Council Chief Executive Officer (CEO), noted that Petitions are not generally how residents communicate with their local council.

I chose to review both websites and observed the following:

On the Hinchinbrook Shire Council website, there is a section where you can make a request / raise concerns, and the Hinchinbrook Shire Council are required to respond based on their customer service charter. The customer service charter lists the times that responses on the matter raised should be responded to. This section of the website contains forms that can be downloaded based on the area of concern the resident would like addressed and a contact phone number for urgent matters (07) 4776 4600.

https://www.hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au/ourcouncil/customer-service/make-a-request/

On the Cassowary Coast Regional Council, there is a make a request button on the first page of the website. https://www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov. au/ Or you can email: enquiries@cassowarycoast. qld.gov.au

The main line, 1300 763 903, is also their emergency line.

Though, there doesn’t appear to be a specific document with a timeline for response to concerns raised. (The document may exist, but I was unable to locate it prior to writing this editorial) A complaint, policy & procedure and right to information sections of the site are listed under the governance. https:// www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/governance

TUESDAY, August 29 PETITION

A petition has been submitted drawing Council's attention to a potential safety concern on Mill Road, Macknade. This petition requests that the Council take action to mitigate the potential safety issue.

Michelle Webster, Hinchinbrook Shire Council CEO, Informed that though petitions were not the general way to communicate with councils as the principal petitioner then becomes the person the Council generally communicates with instead of all the people in the petition, she acknowledged that the Council had received the petition and are reviewing the concerns raised.

James Stewart, Director of Infrastructure Utility Services (DIUS), reported in the meeting that the concerns raised were vehicles not adhering to the speed limit as they travel through the area and noise concerns. The Hinchinbrook Council has now inspected the area and deployed radar speed warning devices that recorded the speed and number of vehicles, determining that speeding was 3% in the two regions monitored.

The other concern raised for noise appeared to be due to mud trucks. Unfortunately, despite the Hinchinbrook council having subsequently modified the heavy vehicle corridor to no longer travel on Mill Road, this could not address the concern. The majority of trucks that travel through the area are not subject to being required to use a heavy vehicle bypass.

The Council has now conducted as many possible modifications as possible without installing speed bumps.

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The Cassowary Coast Action Network (CCAN) reported that the were concerned that the only amendment made from their petition was point g. g. Approve an amendment to the 2023/24 Fees and Charges to provide for 'Free of Charge' printing at all Council Libraries for eligible concession card holders; and 8. Note that the current arrangement of ‘No additional cost or surcharge’ applied by Council for use of Debit / Credit (EFTPOS) cards continues."

And that residents were still unable to pay at their local council and needed to attend an Australian Post Office to pay in cash.

e. Note that Australian banknotes and coins as well as EFTPOS payments are accepted for rates payments at 12 Australia Post Offices across the Cassowary Coast;.

Below is an extract from the Cassowary Coast Regional Council meeting minutes regarding the petition raised by the Cassowary Coast Action Network (CCAN):

Petition - Cassowary Coast Bring Back Cash

The Chair informed the meeting that this matter has been brought forward in the agenda as members of the public were in attendance in the public gallery.

Executive Summary:

Council has received a petition from Mr Aaron Press as the Principal Petitioner requesting "Cassowary Coast Council to return our choice to use cash at all CCRC management facilities”.

The petition stats, "We, the undersigned residents petition to the Cassowary Coast Regional Council that cash payments (legal tender) be re-instated at ALL Cassowary Coast Regional Council Management Facilities."

This report considers the petition.

Letters to the editor

Response to anonymous letter regarding the Wet Tropic Times not publishing all the Tully Show Results

DUE to the weather conditions a lot of events were cancelled.

The Wet Tropic Times published all the results of events that were not cancelled that were received by our office.

It is recognised the installation of speed bumps would have their drawbacks. The Council will continue their review.

The concerns raised were not regarding mill mud spillage, as it is noted that trucks that carry mill mud have the equipment to clear spillages and, when they occur, will clean them.

Resolution – That Council:

A. Receive the petition from Salvatore Zullo and 54 other people requesting Council to take action to mitigate a potential safety issue; and

B. Request the Chief Executive Officer refer the petition to the Hinchinbrook Road Safety Advisory Committee to investigate the matter and respond to the lead petitioner.

Recommendation "That Council:

1. Receive the petition titled "Cassowary Coast Bring Back Cash; and

2. Advise the lead petitioner that Council at its Local Government Meeting held 27 July 2023 resolved the following:

a. Acknowledge that it is not within the remit of Council to advocate for a 'cashless society', and Council does not presume to do so. Council recognises and supports the importance of choice for individual organisations and businesses within the Cassowary Coast regarding this matter;

b. Endorse and support the appropriate operational decision implemented in July 2022 to seek efficiency gains for CCRC residents and ratepayers and improve workplace safety for CCRC employees;

c. Note that Australian banknotes and coins are legal tender;

d. Note that regional aquatic facilities are under management agreements and support the decision of the contractor to accept Australian banknotes and coins as well as EFTPOS payments at all four facilities;

e. Note that Australian banknotes and coins as well as EFTPOS payments are accepted for rates payments at 12 Australia Post Offices across the Cassowary Coast;

f. Note that Council accepts Australian banknotes and coins as well as EFTPOS payments at all transfer stations across the Cassowary Coast;

g. Approve an amendment to the 2023/24 Fees and Charges to provide for 'Free of Charge' printing at all Council Libraries for eligible concession card holders; and 8. Note that the current arrangement of ‘No additional cost or surcharge’ applied by Council for use of Debit / Credit (EFTPOS) cards continues."

Moved Cr M Nolan and Seconded Cr J Baines Resolution Number LG1557

"That the Recommendation be adopted."

FOR: Crs Nolan, Barnes, Baines, Tchui and McLeod AGAINST: Crs Millwood and Pervan

CARRIED

Romans 15:5 NIV

“May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had. ”

So You Want to be a Councillor?, Public Community Shed Meeting - Lower Herbert and September Mega Movie Weekend

So You Want to be a Councillor?

You can make a difference and represent your community as a Councillor or Mayor.

The Local Government Elections will be held on Saturday 16 March 2024.

If you have ever considered running for Council, now is the time to learn what it is all about and see if you are eligible.

Visit the website and take the free 90 minute online training session to see if it is the next role for you at https://bit.ly/3RdVj6X.

Public Community Shed Meeting - Lower Herbert

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

Date: Tuesday 26 September 2023

Time: Commencing at 5.30pm

Where: Halifax Community Hall Argaet Street Halifax

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

This meeting is open to all members of the public, however is particulary focused on residents of the Lower Herbert community.

Current Procurement and Tender Opportunities

Attention Local Suppliers, Contractors and Service Providers.

Keep up to date with opportunities available through Council by visiting the Current Procurement and Tender Opportunities page on our website.

Current Opportunities include:

• HSC 23/14 - Kerb and Channel Renewal Works - Cockrell Street Ingham. Tender closes 2.00pm Monday 18 September 2023.

For further information please visit Council's website, Current Procurement and Tender Opportunities page.

Community Road Safety Education Grant Now Open Community Road Safety Education Grants provide an opportunity for not-for-profit groups to support local road safety initiatives that drive a change in behaviours and attitudes to road safety in local communities.

This grant aims to support Queensland communities with the development and delivery of effective road safety education initiatives that support people to be safer road users.

Applications close 5.00pm Friday 29 September 2023.

Council wishes to advise that corner widening works are scheduled to commence Tuesday 12 September 2023 on Mill Road Macknade.

Ongoing works will occur between 7.00am and 4.00pm with a number of traffic conditions in place during these times.

For further information on current roadworks, please visit Council’s website, Roadworks page or contact Council on 4776 4671.

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

For further information or to apply, please visit Department of Transport and Main Roads website https://bit.ly/3sBjCkW.

Works Team Leader

Our team is looking to recruit a Works Team Leader.

The Works Team Leader role is a crucial member to our team and is integral to the success of the Infrastructure Operations department.

You will be required to lead works teams to deliver civil construction and maintenance services as designed and directed.

Additionally, you will be responsible for the management and supervising of staff and their performance.

• Ongoing Full Time;

• 76 hours per fortnight; and

• $78,865 - $84,328 per annum plus superannuation. Applications close 5.00pm Friday 8 September 2023. Apply now at https://bit.ly/3Z6bnJW. Have You Lost an Animal?

Visit Council’s website, Impounded Animals page for more information about pets we have found https://bit.ly/3Z4utjI.

2023 Hinchinbrook Health and Wellbeing Program

Check out next weeks' free program.

Gentle Exercise

• Wednesday 13 September 2023

• 9.00am to 10.00am

• Optimise Health and Wellness, 31 McIlwraith Street Ingham

Aqua Aerobics

• Wednesday 13 September 2023

• 5.15pm to 6.00pm

• Hinchinbrook Aquatic Centre, 31 McIlwraith Street Ingham

Pilates

• Thursday 14 September 2023

• 6.15pm to 7.00pm

• Tweak Fitness, 82 Cartwright Street Ingham RSVP is essential. For further information, please visit Council's website, Events Calendar page to register.

Proudly supported by Hinchinbrook Shire Council, the Queensland Government and Health and Wellbeing

Queensland through ActiveKIT Round 2.

FairPlay Vouchers Are Now Open

FairPlay is now open for applications for eligible children aged 5 to 17 years.

Parents, carers or guardians can apply for FairPlay vouchers valued up to $150 for their child to use for sport and active recreation membership, registration, or participation fees with local registered activity providers.

To find out if your child is eligible, please visit https://bit.ly/4601KyM.

September Mega Movie Weekend

• Talk To Me (MA15+) - 6.30pm Friday 15 September 2023;

• Haunted Mansion (PG) - 10.30am Saturday 16 September 2023;

• It Only Takes a Night (CTC) - 2.30pm Saturday 16 September 2023;

• Meg 2: The Trench (M) - 6.30pm Saturday 16 September 2023;

• Gran Turismo (M) - 10.30am Sunday 17 September 2023; and

• Oppenheimer (MA15+) - 2.30pm Sunday 17 September 2023.

The JL Kelly Theatre is your theatre.

Enjoy the entertainment. Pre-purchase your tickets from www.hinchinbrooktickets.com.au or simply purchase at the door.

Electronic Rate Notices

Electronic Rate Notices have now been issued. If your notice does not appear in your inbox, please check your junk folder.

If you have opted to receive your Rate Notice electronically and it is not in your inbox or junk folder, please contact Council’s Revenue Team.

Local students shone on stage at the 36th annual Innisfail Young Performers’ Competition

MARIA GIRGENTI

LAST term, aspiring young actors took to the stage for speech, drama and literary sections, music and choirs, during the 36th annual Innisfail Young Performers’ Competition held at the Con Theatre, Shire Hall and Innisfail State College auditorium.

This year’s speech and drama adjudicator, Alyssa Oliveri, is originally from Innisfail and now living in Townsville.

For the last 23 years, Oliveri has performed in many amateur and professional productions in the region.

Oliveri also has extensive musical theatre experience with various roles and has recently written plays, voiced radio advertisements, and directed community theatre.

She holds degrees in Education and theatre (including post-graduate studies in vocal production) and an Associate Diploma in Classical Singing.

In the music section, this year’s IYPC adjudicator was Shelden Mathieson, who holds a Bachelor of Music (Vocal Performance) from the University of Queensland.

An experienced performer, Mathieson has filled numerous stage roles, been a long-term member of Opera Queensland Chorus and is a conductor.

Results:

Speech and Drama

First place: Victoria Oglivie, Isadora Nucifora, Lily Williams, Elijah Babaan, Nicklaus Birkbeck-McKay (2), Emrys Birkbeck-McKay (7), Nico Azzopardi (3), Sophie

Sinton, Michelle De Faveri, Oberon Birkbeck-McKay (6), Tegan Corby (2), Bella Poljak (3), Ella Giueni and Matilda Jensen.

Second place: Ellsea Mitchell, Lacey Zieger, Leighton Genocchio, Yuxi Ding, Quinn Savage, Nico Azzopardi (4), Emrys Birkbeck-McKay (2), Matilda Jensen (3), Oberon Birkbeck-McKay (2), Angela Carmen, Zander Sutton, Bella Poljak, Nicklaus Birkbeck-McKay (2) and Indah Coombs.

Third place: Nico Azzopardi, Hannah Sinton, Ella Power, Nathan Pham, Hannah Sinton (2), Nicklaus Birkbeck-McKay (3), Tegan Corby (2) and Ella Giueni.

Choir Day

First place: Prep S - Good Counsel Primary School, Goondi State School (4), Goondi State School Year 3, St Rita’s School, South Johnstone, Flying Fish Point State School (2) and Innisfail East State School.

Second place: Prep H - Good Counsel Primary School, Innisfail East State School (3), Goondi State School Year 2 and Flying Fish Point State School.

Third places: Innisfail East State School Year 1/2.

Music/Instrumental

Tully Kindy C&K Open Week

ON the week starting Monday, August 11, Tully Community Preschool and Kindergarten held their annual C&K open week. The kindergarten was open from 9.30 am till 11.30 am for every day of that week and the weather was perfect!

Lots of children, and their parents attended, and heaps of fun was had by all. Children participated in building and creating with our new foam shapes, painting, sandpit play, waterplay (in our solar powered creek), mixing coloured water, playing traditional games such as tag, writing names with chalk and

shaving cream, woodwork, role play in our bark humpy and life size ‘tinnie’ and making things with boxes.

At Tully kindy lots of learning is ‘hands on’ and done outdoors in their large natural play space. The children learn literacy and numeracy skills while they are having fun, and they don’t even know they are learning. Educators are skilled at identifying learning opportunities and then building on them.

If you could not make it to the Open week, please call in to Tully Kindy to find out more information, have a look around and pick up an enrolment pack. There are still places available and Kindy will be free for all children turning four next year.

First place: Jean Pluschke (2), Canecutter Cluster Concert Band, Tully State High School Concert Band, Tully State High School Jazz Band, Giacomo De Faveri, Lara Madin, Brooke Rogina, Delayna Lis (2), Michelle De Faveri (6), Kyanna Wirth (2), Lila Wirth (2), Stewart Edwards, Sisters, Jesse Daley (2), Lochlan Collinson, Daniel Anderson, Paul Hitchings, Lio Woodfield, Hannah Locke, William Gravatt, Jake Ball, Caleb Mackay, Kelly Phipps, Grace Foreman, Natalie Sellars, Jemima Van Haaren, Maddy Gorlick, Brian Rixon, Jake Ball (2), Owen Kelly, Innisfail East State School 1, Isabella State School String Ensemble, Zane Lee, Gisele Jackson, Mei Hartnett (2), Quinn Savage, Penelope Blair (3), Valentina Brown, Zara Lee (2), Momoka Ma, Alicia Kuhn, Emrys Birkbeck-McKay, Nicklaus Birkbeck-McKay

Oberon Birkbeck-

and

McKay.

Good Counsel Primary School students who participated in the IYPC Choir Day and won awards.

St Rita’s School, South Johnstone won first place in IYPC Choir Day with their performance of ‘An Irish Blessing.’

Tully State High School Jazz Band, placed first in the contemporary jazz/rock band section at IYPC.

Good Counsel Primary School students who participated in IYPC’s Speech and Drama section at the Con Theatre.

“The children learn literacy and numeracy skills while they are having fun...”

WHITTAKER – Patricia (Aged

Late of Musgrave St. Halifax

POSITIONS VACANT

Funded positions under Cultural Wellbeing Accounting Project;

Project Coordinator Role and Project Ranger Role

Project Coordinator role involves administration tasks, in particular liaising with and supporting Greening Australia staff and partners assisting with coordination and delivery of environmental projects at Mungalla Station. Essential skills in engagement and communication and experience in administration.

Project Ranger role involves assisting with delivery and coordination of environmental projects at Mungalla Station, specifically assisting Greening Australia with monitoring and maintenance of. Essential skills in ability to work in a team and with minimal supervision, knowledge of WHS practices, knowledge of basic care of vehicles and equipment.

For both positions drivers license essential. Award wages paid. 2-3 days per week negotiable. Some training will be provided.

Indigenous identified positions.

INGHAM

Halifax Cemetery.

For a complete description please email Alexandra at admin@mungallastation.com

Closing date for applications Monday 18th September

CROSSWORD

AND

Church times across the region

AOG / ACC /

Tully Family Church, 9am, Sun, 2 Watkins St, Tully Cardwell AOG, 9:30am Sun, Shire

Baptist Churches

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 Churches

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, 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

Activists Use Reef Hysteria Rather Than Reef and Land Clearing Facts

PROPERTY RIGHTS AUSTRALIA

EST. 2003 - RESPONSE TO THE AUSTRALIAN MEDIA ARTICLE “GREAT BARRIER REEF CATCHMENT TREES STILL FALLING DESPITE CRACKDOWN”

ONCE again, conservation activists are using land clearing in Reef catchments as an emotive ploy, rather than delving into new Reef science that shows gullies are highest risk for sediment runoff. Land managers do not clear gullies. “Conservationists continually try to link Reef health to woody vegetation cover and cherry pick land clearing data and quote it out of context”, said Property Rights Australia Chair Jim Wilmott.

Currently, the Reef and catchments are all in good condition, mainly due to above average rainfall, minimal cyclones and floods and average sea temperatures. The real Reef facts are:

a) Hard coral cover is the highest ever recorded across northern and central Reefs, according to 37 years of surveys published by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority: https://www2. gbrmpa.gov.au/our-work/reef-snapshot.

b) Published scientific papers from CSIRO confirm gully erosion is the dominant source of fine sediment

affecting water quality, not land clearing: https://www.csiro.au/en/ news/all/articles/2018/october/landmanagement-and-reef

c) Research from the National Environmental Science Program shows that only a small portion of fine sediment reaches coral reefs and seagrass meadows, with most sediment flocculating out of suspension in the river deltas:

https://nesptropical.edu.au/index. php/reducing-sediment-runoff-to-thereef/

d) Conservation activists use the annual Statewide Landcover and Trees Study SLATS data out of context. Clearing woody vegetation is like gardening. It is a landscape necessity

to maintain a tree- grass ground cover balance and control woody weeds, in response to variable seasons. Woody vegetation occupies approximately 28 million hectares or 66 per cent of the Great Barrier Reef catchments total area of 42million ha.

The SLATS report from 2020-21 confirmed 82 per cent of clearing (288,165 ha) across Queensland is sparse regrowth across Category X land, which is not regulated clearing under the Vegetation Management Act 1999 https://www.qld.gov.au/environment/ land/management/mapping/statewidemonitoring/slats/slats-reports/202021-slats-report. Category X land is not remnant forests as purported by conservationist statements. Clearing only occurred across 164,766ha of

Reef catchments in 2020-21, which is less than 0.4 per cent of the total Reef catchment area of 38million ha.

Clearing was mainly for pasture, tracks, fencelines and fire breaks which are required for good land management. SLATS satellite data cannot distinguish between clearing native woody vegetation and invasive woody weeds such as rubber vine, lantana, chinee apple and bellyache bush occurring amongst native vegetation.

PRA Chair, Jim Willmott said, “The SLATS data confirms land clearing rates are at an all-time low and current regulations are sufficient. The Reef should not be used as an emotional trigger to strengthen clearing laws. Farmers rely on federal and state governments to base their policies on true facts behind Reef health and land clearing and not be swayed by unsubstantiated claims by activists.”

Video series highlights improved farming practices in the Herbert for an environmentally sustainable and healthy Great Barrier Reef

CANEGROWERS HERBERT RIVER

‘IMPROVING Farming Practices for a Brighter Future’, a series of short videos featuring growers and their families, shines a spotlight on responsible stewardship for cleaner waterways while at the same time improving productivity and profitability of the Herbert sugar industry.

The Lower Herbert Water Quality Program is giving these growers the tools, knowledge, and innovation to make changes and integrate new farming practices to leave a smaller footprint overtime.

The Program draws on established and trusted delivery providers in the Herbert district to support sugarcane farmers to better manage their farm nutrient

Tully Sugar Crushing Statistics

For week 14 ended 01/09/23

inputs to best suit their crop needs and reduce nitrogen losses as runoff.

Program Coordinator for the Lower Herbert Water Quality Program Carola Bradshaw said producing these videos was important to showcase the great work farmers are doing to protect the Great Barrier Reef.

“The videos showcase the hard work of our local growers and their commitment for a positive impact on sustainability and the Reef,” said Mrs Bradshaw.

“Sharing stories and experiences of growers further increases the understanding of farm management practices and how reducing runoff of dissolved inorganic nitrogen is improving the quality of water leaving their farms.”

South Johnstone Crushing Statistics

For week ended 03/09/2023

The Lower Herbert Water Quality Program (LHWQP) aims to prevent 140 tonnes of dissolved inorganic nitrogen from entering the Great Barrier Reef lagoon from the Herbert River catchment each year.

“The Program ultimately leads to improved practices and contributes to innovative solutions for systems change in water quality,” added Mrs Bradshaw.

View the ‘Improving Farming Practices for a Brighter Future’ video series here https://bit.ly/3DxICfq

The $16.2 million program is funded by the partnership between the Australian Government’s Reef Trust and the Great Barrier Reef Foundation with coordination support provided by CANEGROWERS Herbert River.

Wilmar Sugar

Herbert region mills

For week 11 ended 02/09/23

St John's School, Silkwood Celebrates 75 Years

STOPSt John's School in Silkwood is a small, vibrant, rural, co-educational Catholic school in the heart of the Cassowary Coast's sugar cane farmlands. The school looks forward to celebrating its 75th anniversary with past and present students, staff, parishioners, and the wider community this Saturday, September 9.

St John's proud history began in 1948 when Parish Priest Fr Alfred Natali and the Missionary Franciscan Sisters founded the school. The school's students were mainly from the Silkwood area; many were of Italian descent, with their parents working in the sugar cane industry. The Sisters served the local community for 40 years, leaving in 1987. Today, the dedicated St John's lay team continues to deliver the proud tradition of quality Catholic Education to many of the children in the local area. Principal Mrs Linda Gaia commented that, '…having been a part of the greater Cassowary Coast region for seventy-five years, we can say confidently that the Catholic system's holistic approach to the education of students in our car, is not only successful but valued by the communities we serve.'

This event will also celebrate the St John's Parish, formally established only months before the school was founded, and the 23rd anniversary of the St John's Kindergarten, now known as the Catholic Community Kindergarten, Silkwood. "The Kindy was unable to celebrate their 20th anniversary due to Covid. They are excited to have the opportunity to show how far they have come at the school's 75th," Mrs Gaia said.

and NOW Then QRL

GREG SHANNON

SO far, we have discussed the Qld and Australian players at the senior level (state of origin or Qld before 1987) from Babinda and Innisfail, so now we look at Tully.

While the current Qld state of origin players from Tully, Tom Flegler and Romy Teitzel are well known, a look back in history reveals more players who wore the

While the formal celebrations for the 75th anniversary are on Saturday, September 9, a welcome dinner hosted by St John's P&F will be held on Friday, September 8, at the Kurrimine Beach Motel at 6:00 p.m. Only 100 tickets are available for this buffet dinner. Tickets are $30/adult and $20/child and can be purchased by calling Ainsley on 0414 354 212.

Past and present students, employees, parishioners, and the wider community are invited to join us for our other free events to celebrate the school's 75th Anniversary. The schedule for Saturday September 9 2023 is:

• 2:00 p.m. - Register for Roll Call

• 3:00 p.m. - Welcome

• 3:15 p.m. - Roll call and photos

• 4:00 p.m. - Open classrooms

• 5:00 p.m. - Mass

• 6:00 p.m. - Dinner

The school is particularly excited to be welcoming Sr Elizabeth back to the area for the event. Sr Elizabeth taught at St John's and holds many fond memories of her time here, just as past students hold fond memories of her.

For more information about St John's School Silkwood 75th Anniversary Celebrations, please keep an eye on the school's Facebook site: https://www. facebook.com/StJohnsSilkwood/

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maroon against NSW or international sides associated with Tully Rugby League.

While rugby league has been in the town for almost 100 years, the link to Qld players really started 70 years ago when two Qld players joined the Tully rugby league.

Qld centre Rex McGlynn left his hometown of Bundaberg to play for Tully in 1953 after playing for Qld in 1951-52 against NSW and France.

He was joined that year by Roy “Blondie” Greenwood from Proserpine, who had played for Qld against New Zealand in 1952.

So, for some of the 1950s, Tully could boast two former Qld players, and in 1956, they produced their own, Danny Clifford.

Danny had played first grade for Tully from 17 years

of age and had represented NQ many times by 1956 when the call came to wear the maroon against NSW in the interstate series.

Over the next decade, he was to play for Qld on seven occasions, all from Tully.

In 1963, another Tully player was to start a long career wearing the maroon. Angelo Crema, who, like Danny, had represented NQ on many occasions, made the Qld side for game three of the 1963 interstate series.

For the next five seasons, Angelo wore the maroon another thirteen times against SW, France and Great Britain, and he also toured with the Qld side to NZ in 1967.

In 1966, he reached the pinnacle of the game when selected to play for Australia against Great Britain in Sydney, all while playing for Tully.

1963 was also the year that Tully won the coveted Foley shield, with Qld players Danny Clifford and Angelo Crema in the team, and former Qld captain and longtime Australian rep Bob Banks joined them.

Bob was originally from Tumut in NSW and was playing for Sydney Easts when he was lured north to play for Charters Towns in 1951.

Over the next fourteen years, Bob was to play for Toowoomba, Cunnamulla, Rockhampton, Cairns and Tully and carve out a magnificent career playing for Qld twenty-six times and Australia fifteen times between 1952 and 1962. His Australian career included tours to NZ in 1953 and the 1956 kangaroo tour to the UK and France.

That meant the 1963 Tully Foley shield side could boast three Qld players in its ranks, a fantastic effort for a small town.

A few years later, in 1968, yet another Qld player moved to Tully to play—Ray Laird. Ray was originally from Mackay and was something of a rugby league journeyman, playing in many country centres like Mackay, Nambour, Toowoomba and Tully.

Ray played for Qld fifteen times between 1963-70 and also made the Australian side from Mackay in 1970.

That makes eight Qld players, three representing Australia at the senior level, associated with Tully Rugby League over the years.

The 1964 Qld team with Tully’s Danny Clifford no 13 and Angelo Crema same row second from right

History Committee

Shane Muriata

1998 revisited: When the Spice Girls and Brittany Spears ruled my bedroom wall. The time when the Seniors were going into the Tully State High School Grudge Match as the underdogs against a fancied opponent of grade 11s.

But this time, it wasn't a miracle, but a case of who wanted it the most, and that team was the Juniors whom Mountain Man Rylee Congoo brilliantly led.

In one of the most anticipated games of the year, the 12s, through young gun Morice, weren't going to go down without a fight. With tries traded back and forth, seniors coach Campo thought they may have taken the match when they snagged a few tries near the end.

But it was super coach Hughes who rallied his troops to one more effort when Mothe sliced through them like a hot knife through butter, taking the game 22-12 and the Walker Memorial Trophy.

In a classic display of running and pure grit, referee Emmi only found time to blow the whistle a few times.

When it was all said and done, I stood the proudest uncle ever when my nephew Jamie Muriata was announced the MVP Andrew Cripps Medal for best on ground. You see, Andrew Cripps is a legend, a politician, a self-proclaimed comedian, but also a great mate.

It was so deserving that Jamie received Crippsy's medal. Jamie did get two tries and a Gold necklace. However, he still hasn't beaten the Seniors 98 Halfback, who crossed for three meat pies many moons ago in edition one of Seniors vs Juniors, which still belongs to Jedi Master Obi-Wan Shaneobi.

Equally as awesome and skilful, the girl's match had more spills and thrills than the Tully Show, with the year 11s taking the biscuits 20-8. It must be said that Tully has produced some NRL players recently, and it looks like that will continue into the future as a few girls impressed on the day.

By all reports, it was a hard-fought match, with Super Star Ellie Jenkins taking home the Romy Tietzel MVP in a dominant display of superb athleticism and attitude.

Well done, Ellie, an absolute star in the making.

Remember the name, people, this girl will be a megastar.

Congratulations to the Tully Tigers under 14s for making the Grand Final this weekend after overcoming a 10-point deficit to climb their way back and defeat Roos for a spot in the Last Dance.

Coach Cunningham was excited and expected our boys to be up for it, "It was a mighty effort. I can't wait for Saturday at Barlow. All the best, men."

On behalf of the entire Wet Tropics, let's welcome back former WWE, KFC and Donut King Champion Mr Paul Lardi.

When news broke of his return, it was as if Michael Jordan returned to take the Chicago Bulls to another Championship.

Although Paul is Championship material, I still owe him a hug and maybe a pie from the famous Tully Hot Bread, so welcome home, PL.

Special hello to all the staff at St Vinnie's Tully. It's a great bunch of people doing some great community work. Make sure you drop in for a laugh. Hello to Uncle Steven Leroy; I hope you are well, and congratulations to Murray Upper School for your NAIDOC celebrations: fantastic work, Megan, Pando and Mrs Mac.

Bowls News

Innisfail Ladies Bowls

LAST Wednesday, Innisfail Ladies enjoyed perfect weather for bowls.

The Championship Triples semi-final proved to be a most exciting game played over 21 ends.

For the first time, the eventual winners took the lead on the 19th end, after trailing behind by six points.

After 20 ends, the score was 19 - 19.

Bev Anderson, Diana O'Brien and Jan Dunn defeated Daphne Kirkman, Helen Paterson and Catrina Cook 21 - 19.

The winners met Maisie Smith, Dell Steve and Dian Catelan in the final this week.

A most enthusiastic social game saw Eileen Hamann, Maisie Smith and Ann Rule defeat Sue Morrison, Vera Rowe and Lyn Stevenson 25 –14.

Innisfail Men’s Bowls

LAST Thursday afternoon’s social bowls winning team was

Mick de Vries, Jamie Paterson and John Fossey.

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

This Thursday, September 7 is social bowls as usual with a shortened game due to the club’s AGM followed by a sausage sizzle.

The Men’s AGM took place last Thursday with all positions filled.

The Games Director has requested Consistency Singles and Pairs games on the notice board take place as soon as possible.

On August 24, 29 bowlers were on the green for an afternoon of social bowls.

The winning team on the day was Sergio Dalla Pozza, George Edgerton, Matt Aucello and John Fossey.

Tully Bowls

WEDNESDAY, August 30:

Team 1 Rod Bradley/Des Roberts/Robyn Brunello (9) v Team 2 Darryl Stubble/Frank Hayes/ Val Bradley (7)

Team 1 (18) v Team 2 (18).

Sunday, September 3:

18 Bowlers enjoyed playing two games of 10 ends on a beautiful Sunday afternoon.

Team 1 Ray Wicks/Pauline Edwards/Bev Harrop/Avis Ray (6) v Team 2 Lou Brunello/Lyn Newland/Mary Bacic (8)

Team 3 Rod Bradley/Robyn Brunello/ Rita Hudson (7) v Team 4 John Taylor/Val Bradley/ Jason Harrop (7)

Team 5 Ray Downing/Val Zamora/Donte (19) v Team 6 Peter Smith/Rita Pezzutto/ KobieSchwartz (3)

After Smoko

Team 1 (5) v Team 4 (12).. Team 2 (4) v Team 5 (8).. Team 3 (6) v Team 6(14)

Winning Team Ray Downing/ Val Zamora/ Donte..

Members are reminded that the club meeting is September 10 at 11am, followed by afternoon bowls at 1.30 pm.

Ingham Bowls

PRIZE winning team of the barefoot bowls played on August 31 with the highest winning score and a spin of the wheel were:

F Pallanza, D Gosney & J Lone defeating T Cottell, K Breo & P Dickerson 13-12

M Girgenti, G Wright & D Chappell def R Sutherland, M Cole & A Johnson 15-8

T Camenzuli, J Johnson & S Cotton def A Chitty, D Tomba, A Foti & J Piotto 15-9

Men’s pairs results for September 1:

J Di Bella & G Bynes def S Richatds & J Crossman 25=15

T Pallanza, R Cantatore & A Torielli def R Sutherland, R Alford & S Cotton 23-11

J Harris & K Weggett def T Mawson & T Koop 18-15

J Eddleston & T George def A Johnson & M May 24-7

Mixed Social bowls results for September 3:

J Dickerson, M Moore & F Pallanza def A Johnson, S Ryan & T Koop 19-13 (18 points to 8)

P Reyland, J Holmes & A Di Bella def N Maas, N Evans & P Ryan 23-21 (17 points to 10)

A Foti, K Walker & S Richards def T Arkink, J Craven & A Torielli 18-17 (15 points to 11)

Happening at our club this week:Call 47762117 or 0487240397 to nominate for any of the following games.

Barefoot bowls played on Thursday between 6 pm-8 pm

Names into the club before 5:30 pm

Men’s pairs played Friday afternoon at 2:15 pm

Names on the board by 1:45 pm

T Koop on duty for September 8.

Mixed social bowls played on Sunday’s at 1:30 pm.

Names into the club by 12:30 pm

This Sunday, September 10, we will celebrate a belated Father’s Day afternoon of bowls followed by High Tea at the completion of bowls. The ladies will spoil the men for the afternoon.

On Bar roster: T Pallanza Lady selectors will be selecting this Sunday.

Elsa Piotto, runner up.

Consistency winner, Norma Evans.

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Golf News

Innisfail Golf Club

LAST week the weather has been magnificent and was even better last weekend.

The grounds crew have the course in tip top condition and for their extra efforts in preparing the course for last weekend’s Innisfail Open the lads enjoyed fresh fish and chips from Innisfail Seafood.

From August 26 - 27, IGC hosted the Innisfail Junior Open, a Greg Norman Junior Master qualifier/ FNQ Junior Golfer of the Year Points event and despite one hiccup, the event was a resounding success with 45 juniors on the course from Cairns to Proserpine.

Innisfail’s juniors enjoyed the event and performed very well.

Results

Junior Male Gross winner 18 holes: Caine Cockle

Junior Female Nett winner 18 holes: Regina Gattera

3-holes Modified Girls Gross winner: Keira Greven

3-hole Modified Boys Gross winner: Fred Costello

A special thank you to Cindy Cockle for coordinating the event.

Last week’s Quiz

Norm is ready to putt on the 4th green. Norm takes a practise swing close to the ball and causes his ball to move closer to the hole.

What is the ruling?

A. No penalty and the ball must be replaced on its original spot.

B. The movement of the ball counts as a stroke and the ball must be played from its new position.

C. Norm receives a one stroke penalty and must replace the ball on its original spot.

Answer: A. Ther is no penalty if the player accidently causes their ball to move on the putting green. Rule 13.1d(1).

This week’s Quiz

During the Monthly Medal, Ryan asks Colin what distance it is to the centre of the green and if there is a bunker behind the green. Colin answers both questions…

What is the ruling?

A. Both players receive a two-stroke penalty

B. There is no penalty.

C. Ryan receives two penalty strokes.

Wednesday All Sporters - August 23

Results

1st: Ian McDonald 30pts

2nd: Jeff McGrath 25pts

3rd: Alan Cooper 24pts

NTP - Ryan Thwaite

In Friday’s Sporters competition on August 25, Jake Cockle just nudged out the field, without his putter in the bag.

Results

1st: Jake Cockle 19pts

2nd: Ian McDonald 18pts

3rd: Ryan Thwaite 17pts

NTP - Kevin Walsh

The Millaa Millaa mist kept a few

players away from the morning groups in the Goondi Hill Hotel Stableford, but the course and the rain were favourable, so the boys got out to a decent start before the first shower set in.

Mick Wilkinson set the pace with a great round of 38 points, even with a couple of doubles on the back nine to lead by five shots over Colin and John Slater.

The afternoon groups had clear weather although the course was still wet underfoot. John Cavanah shot a solid round to be one back on 37 points, Geoff Johnston, Kevin Walsh and Bob two shots back from Cavanah. Mick Wilkinson held the lead and the victory.

Results

1st: Mick Wilkinson 38pts

2nd: John Cavanah 37pts

3rd: Geoff Johnston 35pts c/b

NTPs

1/10 - 4/13 - Chris Calleja 7/16 - Bryce Hoad

2/11 - Stephen Todd 5/14 - John Abbott 8/17 - E Nest

3/12 - Stephen Todd 6/15 - Jake Cockle (Eagle) 9/18 - James Scullen

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

Caine Cockle, Junior Male Gross winner (18 holes) in the Innisfail Junior Open.

In her first ever, Junior Golf Open, Keira Greven won the 3-hole Modified Girls’ Gross at Innisfail Golf Club. Mick Wilkinson, winner of the Goondi Hill Hotel Stableford.

Regina Gattera, Innisfail Junior Open’s Junior Female Nett winner (18 holes).

Fred Costello, 3-hole Modified Boys’ Gross winner in the Innisfail Junior Open.

Tully and Innisfail junior rugby league teams to play in FNQRL grand final

MARIA GIRGENTI

TULLY Tigers’ Under 14 team came from behind and notched up a heart-stopping 24 - 20 win against Kangaroos in the FNQRL preliminary final last Saturday at Jones Park, Cairns and advanced to FNQRL’s grand final day at Barlow Park on September 9.

With nine minutes left in the game, the Tigers were down by 20 - 12 and stood up and mounted a huge secondhalf comeback with a try in the dying seconds to snatch the four-point win.

Tully’s try scorers: Denan Anderson

2, Fynn Hawkins and Case Durighello. Goals: Riley Berge 4.

Innisfail Brothers Under 13 team also secured a grand final berth after a thrilling 20 -18 victory over Edmonton in the second semi-final.

Innisfail’s try scorers: Ishmael Waireg, Locklyn Brown and Zaeden Kitching-Ely

2. Goals: Cohen Daniel 2.

This Saturday, at Barlow Park, Cairns, the Tully Tigers Under 14 team face

Edmonton Storm in a 2022 grand final rematch, whilst Innisfail’s Under 13 team is up against Cairns Brothers.

FNQ Rugby League Junior Coastal competition results:

Semi-finals 2 - September 2 - Jones Park, Cairns

Under 13

Innisfail 20 def Edmonton 18

Under 14

Tully 24 def Kangaroos 20

Under 15

Cairns Kangaroos Gold 40 def Southern Suburbs 22

Under 16

Cairns Brothers 20 def Innisfail 12

Preliminary semi-final resultsSeptember 2, Barlow Park, Cairns

A-Grade

Cairns Brothers 26 def Ivanhoe Knights 18

Reserve Grade

Kangaroos 24 def Cairns Brothers 16

Under 18

Kangaroos 56 def Atherton 6

After defending premiers Cairns Brothers were defeated in the preliminary final, Innisfail’s Reserve Grade team have a grand final showdown with Kangaroos, whilst Innisfail’s A-Grade side clash with defending premiers Cairns Brothers.

At last Friday’s FNQ Rugby League Gold Medal gala dinner at Brothers Leagues Club in Cairns, Tully and Innisfail had players nominated as awards finalists.

Tully Tigers’ finalists were A-Grade player Baptiste Fabre (Gold Medal), Cohen Emmi (Male Rookie of the Year Tassell Memorial Award), Jordon Ketchell (Reserve Grade Best and Fairest Lionel Williamson Medal) and Tamzin Muriata (Female Rookie of Year Deb Gallop Award).

Innisfail’s award finalists were Ben Walker (FNQRL Coast Under 16 Player of the Year), James Clark (Gold Medal), Jezareel Heron-Jia (Reserve Grade

Beast and Fairest Lionel Williamson Medal), and Colby Aldridge (Male Rookie of the Year Tassell Memorial Award)

A-Grade players Abraham WairegIngui (Innisfail Leprechauns) and Matthew Gibuma (Ivanhoe Knights) were joint winners of the Leading Try Scorer Award.

Innisfail Leprechauns A-Grade coach Leon Hallie was recognised for his dedication and efforts to the club and community, taking out the FNQRL Coach of the Year Award.

The FNQRL Gold Medal dinner recognises and rewards players, coaches, clubs, referees, volunteers and support staff achievements.

Tully Tigers’ Under 14 team face Edmonton Storm this Saturday, in the FNQRL Coastal grand final.

Innisfail Brothers Under 13 team is up against Cairns Brothers in this Saturday’s grand final.

Tully’s Cohen Emmi, was a finalist for the Male Rookie of the Year award at last Friday’s FNQRL Gold Medal dinner. Photo: Maria Girgenti.

Tully’s Jordon Ketchell, a finalist for the Reserve Grade Best and Fairest Medal. Photo: Maria Girgenti.

Tully A-Grade player Baptiste Fabre, a finalist for the prestigious Gold Medal. Photo: Maria Girgenti.

FISHING NEWS with Tony Mossop

GOOD weather created plenty of opportunity for the reef fishermen last week; many coral trout and red throat emperor were caught. Spanish mackerel were plentiful, with most boats easily catching their boat limit. Reds and Nannygai were a little harder to detect, due to the full moon and big tides.

Back in around the islands and mackerel grounds, schools of bait continue to be present, supporting good numbers of Spanish mackerel, trevally and queen fish. Doggie mackerel remains the dominant species being caught closer to the islands. Coral trout proved a little tricky this week; however, some good grassy sweet lip have been caught. Good grunter was also reported, as expected with the bigger tides.

The river mouths fished well last week with some nice flathead. Trevally and Bream being caught on both lures and baits. Jacks and Barras have proven difficult in the rivers. The better results all seem to come from prawn imitation plastics; the new clone prawn performed well against the older Favorites, both on barras and jacks. Crabbing slowed this week, generally building up to the full moon crabbing peaks, then tappers off past the full moon.

Lots of good results are coming from the freshwater fishermen; plenty of smaller-sized barras are being caught, along with some bigger sooty bream. Jungle

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perch numbers have been substantial, with the odd red Bream also being caught.

This week’s weather forecast looked good at the beginning of the week but deteriorated into the weekend. With little tidal movement this week, try to concentrate your effort around the tide changes if possible. For the weekend river fishermen, Saturday and Sunday tides look good. High tide in the morning running out to a midday low is perfect for the lure fishermen to get an early start, catch the last of the run in, then the change and fish the run out till lunchtime. Remember, the prawn lures have been working well; we have a great variety in store.

Good Luck

Tony Mossop Tackleworld Tully

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Jackson Simpson with a big Jungle Perch.

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The ‘Cowgirl Country Lope & Hope For A Cure’ Horse Show at Tully

MARIA GIRGENTI

THE North Queensland Western Performance Horse Club recently held its annual ‘Cowgirl Country Lope & Hope For A Cure’ Horse Show at the Tully Horse Performance Centre.

Lope and Hope for a Cure is about raising awareness with early cancer detection and vital funds to find a cure for this horrible disease.

This annual event registered as a ‘Pink fundraiser’ with the Queensland Cancer Council, with a percentage of nominations donated and over $4,200 raised to date.

A total of 57 horse and rider combinations were nominated, and although the weather was not kind to campers on Friday evening, the weather gods rewarded everyone on

Saturday and Sunday with glorious sunny days.

Competitors came from all parts of the Far North and Atherton Tablelands and as far away as Moranbah.

Each year, a nominated person who has lost their cancer battle has a feature trail class named in their honour.

This year was the ‘Tanette Christine Memorial Trail Class,’ which attracted the largest number of entrants so far.

2023 major award winners:

Supreme Led Exhibit: Investinloot and Suzy Paine

Tanette Christine Memorial Trail Class: Homecreek Saint

Nic and Lisa Wallace

High Point Led Performance

Horse: GB Lil Willow.

Runner Up: Gunner Smoke It

High Point Senior Horse: Winderadeen Feel the Heat

Runner Up: Bluestone

Blazing

High Point Junior Horse: My Sexy Heart

Runner Up: MPH Lazy on Sunday

High Point Amateur Owner: Sharni Pearse.

Runner Up: Sheree Hinds

High Point Select Amateur-

Owner: Nicole Thomas

Runner Up: Jennifer Elliott

High Point Beginner Adult: Darcie Thomas

Runner Up: Emily Welch

High Point Beginner Youth: Hayley Smith

Runner Up: Ella-Rose Holst

High Point Beginner Senior

Horse: Homecreek Saint Nic

Runner Up: The Lazy Colonel

High Point Walk/Jog: My

Shaedy Romeo

Runner Up: Hollywood Chandel

Youth Pink Costume Class: Chelsea Daley

Adult Pink Costume Class: Rosemary Browning

The event sponsors are incredible; this show would be impossible without their generous support.

Investinloot and Suzy Paine - Supreme Led Exhibition winner. Photo Crystalyn Jones.

Homecreek Saint Nic and Lisa Wallace, winner of the ‘Tanette Christine Memorial’ Trail Class and High Point Beginner Senior Horse. Photo: Crystalyn Jones.

GB Lil Willow - High Point Led Performance Horse winner. Photo: Crystalyn Jones.

My Sexy Heart - High Point Junior Horse winner.

Photo: Crystalyn Jones.

Sharni Pearse - High Point Senior Horse and High Point Amateur Owner winner. Photo: Crystalyn Jones.

Nicole Thomas - High Point Select Amateur Owner winner. Photo: Crystalyn Jones.

Hayley Smith - High Point Beginner Youth winner.

Photo: Crystalyn Jones.

My Shaedy Romeo - High Point Walk/Jog winner.

Photo: Crystalyn Jones.

Chelsea Daley - Youth Pink Costume Class winner.

Photo: Crystalyn Jones.

Darcie Thomas - High Point Beginner Adult winner. Photo: Crystalyn Jones.