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The Norm Perry Memorial Duck Race brought bright yellow fun to Plantation Park on Sunday, May 19.

Family-friendly activities, including colouring contests and novelty races, started the morning with plenty of other activities keeping attendees

entertained before the big race.

Speaking on Sunday, Organiser and Rotary Club of Ayr volunteer John McVeigh said that 200 ducks were sold for the race and 31 decorated ducks were entered, although it’s too early to tell how much money was raised for Burdekin Combined Chap-

laincy and Burdekin Community Association.

“The day was a great success,” Mr McVeigh said.

“Everyone appeared to have a great time and the sellers of ducks and fire pit raffle tickets were kept very busy.”

photos and results on pages 22-23

Louise Nicholas with Best Duck Outfit winners Everly and Kip Nicholas. Photo credit: Chelsea Ravizza

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Hi readers

It looks like I missed an epic weekend in the Burdekin!

A big thank you to my colleague Chelsea who was in town last weekend and captured all of the social photos from the Burdekin Growers Race Day and the Norm Perry Memorial Duck Race – flick to pages 20-23 for all the action.

I returned to Mackay for only the second time since leaving last September on the weekend and had a wonderful time catching up with family and friends and celebrating the engagement of my cousin and her fiance.

I will again be out of town this weekend, this time heading down to the Sunshine Coast for the Queensland Country Press Association Media Excellence Awards.

At last year’s event, I was honoured to bring home third place in the Best Editorial

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Campaign category for a campaign I wrote and researched on the issue of homelessness in Mackay.

Mackay and Whitsunday Life was also awarded first place last year for the ‘Jenny and Steve’ advertisement that made worldwide headlines, along with another second and third place.

It was a huge first for the team and I was proud and grateful to be involved.

I again have some work nominated in this year’s awards but, no matter the result, I will proudly represent the publication and the region of the Burdekin alongside my Editor In Chief, Rachael, and Publisher, Bec.

Whatever you’re up to this weekend, I hope you have a good one!

FREE PRODUCE One Of Race Day’s Biggest Attractions

One of the biggest days on the Burdekin’s calendar, the Burdekin Growers Race Day, has come and gone and while frocks were worn and horses were raced, one of the bigger attractions of the day came when attendees got to leave with a free box of Burdekin grown produce.

Local fruitmonger and “mango man” Henry Petersen said 42 bins of produce were cleaned out by 8:00pm the night of the races.

“This was a gimmick I first created 26 years ago,” Henry said.

“Today, it’s the race day’s biggest attraction.”

Produce given away on the day included rockmelons, watermelons, capsicums, avocadoes

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and eggplants, all grown and donated by local Burdekin growers.

“What a sight it was to see,” Henry said.

The day also featured a produce challenge which saw lucky local growers take home cash prizes for their efforts across best capsicum, zucchini, eggplant, melon and box categories.

Free produce giveaways are yet another key element in what makes the Burdekin Growers Race Day such a unique event.

Congratulations to all growers involved and to the Burdekin Race Club for another successful Growers Race Day.

Find all the social photos from the day on pages 20-21.

Racegoers left the Burdekin Growers Race Day with free boxes of locally grown produce. Photo supplied: Henry Petersen

Veterans Honoured With Certificates Of Appreciation

Four Burdekin veterans were presented with Certificates of Appreciation for their service and contribution to Australia’s defence efforts by Member for Dawson Andrew Willcox.

Mr Willcox made the presentations at a RSL Home Hill Sub Branch meeting on Monday, May 20 and said the Certificates of Appreciation are available under the Australian Government’s Saluting Their Service Commemorative Program.

“They’re a way of expressing the nation’s gratitude to those who served overseas in Australia’s Defence Forces from the Second World War on, or on the home front during the Second World War,” he said.

Certificate of Appreciation Recipients

“We’re very fortunate that we’ve got four recipients in the Burdekin.

“Two, unfortunately, are being presented posthumously and are being represented by their sons.”

The four recipients were presented with Certificates of Appreciation signed by Mr Willcox, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Minister for Defence Personnel and Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Matt Keogh.

RSL Home Hill Sub Branch President Richard Kelly was one recipient of the certificates having served nine months in Vietnam.

“We’ve received these certificates for appreciation for what we’ve done overseas,” he said

• Andrew Clive for his contribution to the Volunteer Defence Force E Company Ayr 16th Battalion VDC QLD (accepted posthumously by his son Ron Clive)

• Jack Petersen for his contribution during World War 2 (accepted posthumously by his son Allan Petersen)

• Richard Kelly for his war service in Vietnam

• William “Bill” Lowis for his contribution as Chief Petty Officer in the Royal Australian Navy Vietnam and Indonesian peacekeeping operations

“I was unlucky in one way

but lucky in another when I was called up (to serve in Vietnam).

“A lot of people said, ‘Are you going?’ and I said, ‘Why not? I’m going to serve my country.’

“I was proud to serve my country and was one of the lucky ones who got to come home.”

Mr Willcox shared his appreciation with the RSL Home Hill Sub Branch members.

“It’s not lost on me the fact that the freedoms we enjoy today, they’ve been hard fought for,” he said.

“People have actually gone over there, protected our boundaries and made sure that we’re safe and can enjoy each and every day.

“I can’t thank the Australian Defence Force and the veterans enough.”

ON THE BEAT

On 11 May 2024 at 8:40am a stolen Isuzu MU-X travelled from Townsville to Home Hill on the Bruce Highway. The vehicle was reported to be travelling at extremely high speeds on the highway. The vehicle was tracked by POLAIR helicopter to Home Hill. The driver of the vehicle crashed into a power pole on Fifth Avenue before decamping on foot into yards. Police located the driver on Eighth Street where he was arrested. A 21-year-old male from Cairns was charged with several property offences and was remanded in custody.

On 18 May 2024 Home Hill Police conducted a policing operation at the annual Burdekin Growers Raceday. Local officers received assistance from Ayr, Townsville Tactical Crime Squad, Upper Ross Police Facility, Highway Patrol and Townsville District Crime Prevention Unit. Most patrons enjoyed an excellent day out with no incidents reported that required Police. Following the event, operation continued over to licenced premises in Ayr. Police were kept busy in Ayr with one male charged with public nuisance and several persons being issued with infringement notices for public order offences. Contributed by Sergeant Sam Pyke Officer in Charge Home Hill Police Station

L-R Richard Kelly, Allan Petersen, Member for Dawson Andrew Willcox, Ron Clive and Bill Lowis

Last’s Electorate Office Legacy For Burdekin

The formal opening of the new Burdekin Electorate Office on Queen Street pays homage to the community it serves, according to Member for Burdekin Dale Last.

While it was relocated in February, the Burdekin Electorate Office was formally opened last Friday, May 17 with Clerk of the Queensland Parliament Mr Neil Laurie joining Mr Last and community members to unveil the plaque.

“To have Mr Laurie join us for the opening on his very first visit to the Burdekin in his role as Clerk of the Parliament is an hon-

our and I know that the work he has put in to ensuring this electorate has an office it can be proud of will not go unnoticed,” Mr Last said.

“The Burdekin Electorate Office plays an important role within this community, not only as a place where you can meet with me to discuss issues but a safe space where you can attend for assistance with a wide range of issues.

“The first Burdekin Electorate Office was in Young Street and obviously since the 1990s has held a firm place at Centrepoint Arcade, over that time the requirements

of that office have changed dramatically and with that the need for more space and functionality has seen the transition to the new office space on Queen Street.”

Mr Last said it was important that the office was visible and accessible to all members of the public but also acknowledged the vast industries and diverse landscapes that encompass the Burdekin Electorate.

“The Burdekin Electorate is incredibly diverse from our horticulture and agriculture industries in the Bowen and Burdekin Shire areas, to our National Parks and of course our mining and resources sectors

in the Moranbah and wider Isaac region,” Mr Last said.

“Having images of Hoods Lagoon in Clermont, Bowen’s Big Mango, Alligator Creek, the Burdekin Bridge and Collinsville’s Pit Pony is about paying homage to this entire electorate its vast landscapes and of course its iconic scenes.

“Please remember that if you or anyone you know needs assistance, don’t hesitate to visit the Burdekin electorate Office and find out how my staff and I can assist you.”

Mr Last’s new office can be found at Shop E East End Centre, 54-60 Queen Street, Ayr.

Member for Burdekin Dale Last and Clerk of the Queensland Parliament Mr Neil Laurie

Mr Last, Mark Stoneman (Member for Burdekin 1983-1998), Rosemary Menkens (Member for Burdekin 2004-2015) and Mr Laurie

Mr Last and Queensland Youth Parliament Member Brent Dingle

L-R Burdekin Shire Councillors John Furnell and Max Musumeci, Mr Last, Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort and Councillors Delfine Vasta and Amanda Hall

The cutting of the cake with Mr Last (right), owner of the building Dr Sarat Tata (centre) and his family

Mr Laurie (left) was presented with a cane knife by Burdekin Men’s Shed Secretary Charles Ford (centre) and Mr Last

Photo credit: Chelsea Ravizza

Dual Duty Dynamo Local Leader Honoured With Prestigious ADF Award

Utilising his skills from his civilian workplace in the Australian Defence Force Reserve and indeed, vice versa, Nick O’Connor is a passionate reservist who was recently recognised for his contribution to the Air Force Reserve.

As a civilian, Mr O’Connor can be found at the Burdekin Shire Council chambers filling the role of Director, Corporate & Community Services.

He also works part time with the Air Force Reserve as a Public Affairs Officer and was recently awarded the Prince of Wales Award (POWA) as part of a scheme that recognises ADF reservists and their civilian employers for their ongoing support and contribution to Defence capability.

“It’s targeted at reservists within Army, Navy and Air Force across Australia and it aims to provide up to $10,000 financial assistance to assist an ADF reservist to undertake professional development training, a course, a conference, or formalised study,” Mr O’Connor said.

“It’s a real acknowledgement of the commitment I’ve provided to Air Force, the skills I bring to my role in the ADF, and the great thing about the POWA is the scholarship that’s provided will go towards, for me, a Graduate Certificate in Digital Transformation and completion of that will have direct benefits to me civilian career and my civilian employer.”

With a passion for service, Mr O’Connor commenced his association with the ADF Reserve in 1996 when he joined the Army Reserve as an Infantry Soldier.

After four years, he discharged, got married, started a family and embarked on a civilian career as a journalist in regional Queensland newspapers before turning to local government in 1998.

His desire to serve led him back to the Reserve in 2006 when he commenced as a

Part Time Public Affairs Officer in the Air Force Reserve.

“The benefits and the leadership skills developed through my air force career are directly translatable to my civilian career and, indeed, it’s a two-way street,” Mr O’Connor said.

“I’ve been in local government, so there’s that service element in trying to better the local communities in which I’ve worked.

“Then amplifying that out when it comes to my ADF career, what triggered my interest was that real desire to serve, but also the camaraderie and the personal and professional development opportunities.”

Mr O’Connor is one of 17 reservists from across Australia to receive the POWA in 2024 and only one of three Queenslanders.

As the POWA scheme celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2024, Head of Joint Support Services Division Major General Douglas Laidlaw commended this year’s recipients and spoke of the skills they will gain through this scheme.

“The Prince of Wales Award scheme is one way that Defence invests in the relationship between reservists, Defence and civilian employers,” Major General Laidlaw said.

“I congratulate the 2024 recipients of the Prince of Wales Award and their supportive civilian employers.”

Mr O’Connor travelled to Brisbane for a presentation held at Government House on Thursday, May 9.

“I’m really chuffed to have won the award; it is a prestigious award and it’s something that I hold in great esteem,” he said.

“It was a wonderful event and a great opportunity to have the achievements formally recognised.

“I want to acknowledge the support I’ve

been provided from Burdekin Shire Council

“I think winning the award and undertaking the Graduate Certificate is my and the ADF’s tangible way of giving back to my

employer and increasing my knowledge and skillset in quite a dynamic environment will have benefit for not only myself in my civilian career but also my civilian employer.”

Mr O’Connor (right) with his Commanding Officer Peter Croce who flew up from Canberra for the event Photos supplied

Nick O’Connor was presented with the Prince of Wales Award in recognition of this ADF Reserve contribution by Governor of Queensland Jeannette Young

Candlelight Vigil And Exhibition Of Artwork Honour Victims Of Domestic And Family Violence

On Wednesday May 15, the Burdekin Community Association (BCA) called for the community to gather together and remember all of those who are no longer with us due to domestic and family violence.

Joined by Burdekin Shire Council officials, Zonta Club Burdekin members, local Police Service and NQ Domestic Violence Resource Service, we paused for a minute’s silence to respectfully remember the lives of women and children lost to gendered based violence.

Following on from the candle lighting ceremony, the community was invited to

the opening of our art gallery, filled with artwork representing ‘Through Her Eyes’.

Local women, children and men have responded to our call for submissions of artwork displaying the effects and impact of Domestic and Family Violence.

This artwork will remain on display at the BCA Support Centre at 130 Queen Street, Ayr throughout the month of May.

It is a powerful representation of the impact of Domestic and Family Violence and a must see for every member of our community.

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The Burdekin community gathered last week to hold a Candlelight Vigil and Exhibition of Artwork in honour of victims of Domestic and Family Violence. Photos supplied

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State Member Addresses Home Hill Chamber Of Commerce

Member for Burdekin Dale Last was the special guest as Home Hill Chamber of Commerce held their May Social and Networking Event on Wednesday, May 15 at the Home Hill Community Sports Club.

With Mr Last running for re-election as the LNP candidate in the October state election, he said it was great opportunity to be able to catch up with the Home Hill community and hear about the latest activities of the Home Hill Chamber of Commerce.

“As we see right across the electorate, the diversity of each of the communities, from those in the Bowen Basin like Moranbah and Clermont to the coastal areas of Ayr and Home Hill, means the issues that affect them are incredibly different so chambers play an important role in advocating for their residents and business owners,” Mr Last said.

“With an eight-hour drive from the coast to the western boundary of the electorate it is safe to say time is incredibly important when it comes to ensuring that I can meet with constituents on a regular basis.

“Being able to join the Chamber of Commerce for their meeting means concerns

can be raised from across the community and these can be discussed in an open forum.

“Just as we have seen when it comes other issues, the ability for community members to work together to achieve a common goal is a credit to the town’s residents and I know that this will set the example for other communities.

“Of course we also recently opened the new Burdekin Electorate Office which I am proud to say is a community asset that now provides a much improved space in which to work and conduct meetings.”

Home Hill Chamber of Commerce’s next Social and Networking Event will be held on Wednesday June 19 at the Home Hill Community Sports Club where Labor candidate for Burdekin Anne Baker will address the community and Executive Member Meghan Wilson will speak about her USA trip.

Burdekin Chamber Gets Inter-Sport

After moving into their newly refurbished premises on Queen Street, Ayr earlier this year, Intersport Ayr hosted the Burdekin Chamber’s May Chamber Connect event on Tuesday, May 21.

Brett Eathorne of Intersport Ayr shared a brief history of the business which reaches back to February 1974 when Brett’s father, Neville, first opened the doors of Eathorne’s Sports Village.

“It was a tiny little shop, it was just himself and a funny note, his first day he made $24, he sold one tennis racquet,” Brett said.

After many changes throughout the years, the business went through a major refurbishment, reopening its 138 Queen St, Ayr

location earlier this year.

“It’s ended up really nice,” Brett said. “Floor space is a premium, so we took out everything that we didn’t need and got rid of it to try and give us as much retail floor area as humanly possible, and it’s made a huge difference.

“Everything’s visible and it’s so much easier for customers.”

Burdekin Chamber President Leigh Kefford said the Chamber took the opportunity to showcase a local business who had recently undergone refurbishment.

“It was good to show a new look for one of our members,” he said.

Leigh also shared details of the Burdekin Chamber’s Marketing Mingle, happening this evening, Thursday, May 30 from 6:00pm at the Kalamia Hotel.

“That should be a great event,” he said.

“It’s open to the public, employees, anyone who has an interest in marketing.”

Head to the Burdekin Chamber’s Facebook page for more information on the Marketing Mingle and on next month’s Chamber Connect event.

Burdekin Chamber President Leigh Kefford and Brett Eathorne of Intersport Ayr

L-R June Bartlett, Member for Burdekin Dale Last, Burdekin Shire Council Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort and Home Hill Chamber of Commerce Vice President Uli Liessmann

On Saturday 25 May, the 2024 Climb 4 CORES fundraising event will have Inkerman crawling with passionate locals walking the track to raise funds and awareness for mental health.

CORES aims to spread mental health awareness and provides Queenslanders with valuable tools, resources, and information to help those struggling with their mental health, and potentially save someone’s life. The work that CORES carries out is completely free and their only source of funding to continue is drawn from community driven fundraisers such as the Climb 4 CORES.

The Climb 4 CORES fundraiser will run from 7am to 11am this Saturday, where participants can enter teams of any number to walk Inkerman Hill with at least one team member on the hill at all times. To ensure the safety of all participants, the Burdekin Shire Council will be closing off Inkerman Hill to general traffic throughout the event. A base camp will be set up and operating at the base of Inkerman’s new goat track where team captains will collect all registration information for their team members and pay the nomination fee of $50 which will go directly towards CORES Queensland. All funds raised from the Climb 4 CORES event will be re-invested locally into the Burdekin community to support CORES’ free

suicide intervention training programs which can be run anytime, anywhere in the region.

Janai Giddy, the event’s coordinator, made the decision to run the event following on from her extraordinary fundraising event in 2023 where she walked from Ayr to Townsville and raised over $12,000 for CORES Queensland.

“The day I began the walk, people were already asking me, what’s next, we want to be a part of something to raise money for CORES, so that’s when we came up with the Inkerman walk to make a team event for everyone in the community to get involved and get people talking,” explained Janai.

The event was selected with the challenge of mental health in mind and the important role health and

general fitness plays in developing a positive relationship with your mind and body. Janai believes the challenge of walking Inkerman Hill serves as a valuable parallel to the challenges those struggling with mental health experience daily, further raising additional awareness on the important work CORES provides for the region.

The event has established a Go Fund Me page for those unable to participate in the event but still wishing to support the fundraising efforts. All information on how to register and support the event are available on the CORES Queensland Facebook page.

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What: Climb 4 CORES fundraising event

When: Saturday 25 May 2024

Where: Inkerman Hill

More Information: CORES Queensland Facebook page

Janai Giddy (centre) is organising the Climb 4 CORES fundraiser after walking from Ayr to Townsville to raise money for CORES in 2023

Jamboree Of The Trail

Lower Burdekin Scout Group took part in a Scouting tradition practised all around the world when they went on a hike on the Saturday before Mother’s Day.

The event is known as Jamboree of the Trail, where some of the Lower Burdekin Scout Group members joined approximately 200 Scouts of various ages and adults in Townsville on Saturday May 11 to hike from the Jezzine Barracks.

The older Scouts walked to the top of Castle Hill and back while the younger Scouts walked down along the Strand towards the yacht club and back.

There were several stops along the way for a snack, drink and play.

At the end of the hike, everybody enjoyed a well-earned BBQ before heading home.

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Lower Burdekin Scout Group members took part in Jamboree of the Trail in Townsville on Saturday May 11. Photos supplied: Chris Berkery

Burdekin Celebrates National Volunteers Week

Only a Few Days Left to Snap and Win in the Burdekin’s Bingo Adventure

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Only a Few Days Left the Burdekin’s Bingo

TIME is running out to get your pictures in for the Think Outside Bingo Competition A holiday adventure, Burdekin style, designed to get you exploring the best of the Burdekin region these school holidays.

Burdekin Shire Council proudly recognises the invaluable contributions of volunteers across the region during National Volunteers Week. A time dedicated to reflect and appreciate everything volunteers do for our community.

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Council Mayor Lyn McLaughlin said if you are looking for an action-packed adventure to finish the school holidays, residents and visitors are invited to join in on the Think Outside Bingo Competition.

Burdekin experience, whether you’re seeking a refreshing dip at the Burdekin Aquatic Centre or a relaxing sun-soaked day at Wunjunga Beach. Capture those special moments, tag #visitburdekin on social media and bingo your way through the play card for a chance to win.

dekin, playing a crucial role in making our community a better place to live, work, and play,” Cr Dalle Cort said.

TIME is running out to get your pictures in for the Think Outside Bingo Competition A holiday adventure, Burdekin style, designed to get you exploring the best of the Burdekin region these school holidays.

card to Instagram or Facebook using the hashtag #visitburdekin and tag @visitburdekin.

“National Volunteers Week is not only a time to celebrate their efforts but also to inspire others to join in and make a difference.

• 1 completed line of photos equals 1 entry. If you complete the whole card, that’s 10 entries into the prize draw.

valuable skills and experiences that will benefit them throughout their lives.

Barratta Road

Pavement reconstruction and bitumen widening works at the intersection with Peak Road and Wallace Road will reach practical completion with the asphalting of the intersection scheduled for Tuesday 21 May, 2024. Traffic control and speed restrictions will operate to ensure the safety of the workforce and contractors on-site.

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THE of $880,000 the complete a 740-metre Barratta Road from junction. The is currently onsite and will and levelling weeks before the sealing takes place. will be limited managed by traffic construction Upgrades Business District has recently placement of ten

“The Think Outside Bingo Competition is a fantastic way to explore the wonders of the Burdekin, think outside and play for a chance to win one of four $50 Burdekin Gift Cards,” Cr McLaughlin said.

Burdekin is home to a multitude of organisations that thrive thanks to the dedication of volunteers. With an abundance of volunteer opportunities around the Burdekin, volunteers can find their niche and contribute to meaningful work that resonates with their personal values and the needs of the community.

“Don’t miss out –there are only a few days left to take part.”

Here’s how to play:

• Pick up your ‘Think Outside Bingo Card’ from either the Ayr or Home Hill Visitor Information Centres, or download a copy at https://bit. ly/3PGSvOE.

“From supporting local non-profits to organising community events and providing essential services, volunteers demonstrate the spirit of generosity and community that we cherish. The selfless contribution of many people enhances the vibrancy of organisations and sporting clubs across the region.

The Think Outside Bingo Competition runs from 16 September to 1 October 2023.

Burdekin Shire Council Mayor Lyn McLaughlin said if you are looking for an action-packed adventure to finish the school holidays, residents and visitors are invited to join in on the Think Outside Bingo Competition.

“The Bingo Adventure offers a fantastic opportunity to dive into the

Burdekin Shire Council Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort encourages everyone to get involved and experience the rewards of volunteering.

• Take 4 photos to complete a line on the bingo card. Tick off your bingo card as you go - lines can be completed across, down, or diagonally.

“The Burdekin community needs you - without volunteers, many of our communities’ essential services simply wouldn’t be possible.

“It is essential to instil the values of service and community involvement in our youth. By volunteering, they not only help others but also gain

Burdekin experience, whether you’re seeking a refreshing dip at the Burdekin Aquatic Centre or a relaxing sun-soaked day at Wunjunga Beach. Capture those special moments, tag #visitburdekin on social media and bingo your way through the play card for a chance to win.

“To all the volunteers in Burdekin, thank you. Your efforts do not go unnoticed, and your work has a lasting impact on the lives of so many. We are incredibly grateful for your dedication and the positive difference you make every day. Without you, we wouldn’t be able to achieve so much of what makes the Burdekin a wonderful place to live.”

An allocated budget of $880,000 has been set for the complete reconstruction of a 740-metre segment of Barratta Road from the School Road junction. The foundation material is currently being transported onsite and will undergo compaction and levelling in the coming weeks before the initial bitumen sealing takes place. Traffic flow at the site will be limited to a single lane, managed by traffic lights during the construction phase.

Work commenced on Monday 13 May to construct a bitumen parking area adjacent to the amenities on Milburn Road. The works are planned to be completed prior to the start of the crushing season. Access to Milburn Road will be restricted to one way lane of traffic during construction. Once the carpark is completed a full asphalt overlay from the intersection of Mill Lane to the Highway on Milburn Road is planned as part of the rural reseal program.

Home Hill Furniture Upgrades

INTERSECTION OF SOPER AND GRAHAM

STREETS, AYR

• Upload your line of photos and completed bingo

“Our volunteers are the backbone of the Bur-

“The Outside Bingo Competition is a fantastic way to explore the wonders of the Burdekin, think outside and play for a chance to win one of four $50 Burdekin Gift Cards,” Cr McLaughlin said.

• Pick up your ‘Think Outside Bingo Card’ from either the Ayr or Home Hill Visitor Information Centres, or download card to or using the #visitburdekin tag @visitburdekin.

Asphalt surfacing of the new roundabout is programmed to be undertaken this week over 2 days from Tuesday 21 May with the roundabout scheduled to reopen to traffic on Thursday 23 May. Concrete crews will continue working on completing pedestrian access ramps and setting up and pouring of two retaining walls. The project is fully funded by the Australian Government Black Spot Program.

GRADING MAINTENANCE AND RESHEETING

The Central Business District (CBD) in Home Hill has recently witnessed the placement of ten fresh arrangements of street furniture, featuring benches, planter boxes, and litter bins. More of these combinations have been enlisted as part of the ongoing budget initiative and will be set up upon completion of the manufacturing process. These locally produced planter boxes and litter bins reflect our commitment to supporting local businesses, a source of pride for the Council.

“Don’t miss out –there are only a few days left to take part.” Here’s how to

Ayr Industrial Estate Expansion

of street

Scheduled for the following roads next week –Fiveways Road shoulders, Shepherd Road, Menso Road, Milanese Road and Tomlins Road in the Mount Kelly area.

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benches, litter bins. combinations as part of the initiative and will completion of the process. These planter boxes and commitment businesses, a the Council.

The Ayr Industrial Estate expansion site has successfully completed its clearing and grubbing phase. Sand fill transfer from the Macro Algae development site has commenced as part of the project. In the 2023/24 capital works budget, the Council has allocated $2.76 million to cover earthworks, road construction, drainage infrastructure, and water and sewerage service installations.

Renewal of an existing culvert near the intersection of Hurney Road and Rifle Range Road are scheduled to commence on 1 June under a full road closure. These works will be undertaken during the Lower Burdekin Water Board annual shutdown. Traffic access to Heatley Road will be detoured via Plain and Rifle Range Roads.

such as severe storms, floods, bushfires, and heatwaves. You will be guided through the four steps of Person-Centred Emergency Preparedness (P-CEP) to create a tailored emergency plan that meets your individual support needs. The workshops are inclusive, accessible, fun, and free.

Register here: https://bit.ly/get-ready-plan-ahead

“The Bingo Adventure offers a fantastic opportunity to dive into the

Business Continuity Planning Workshop Wednesday 5 Jun 2024, 9:30am - 2:30pm

Expansion Estate expansion completed its phase. Sand Macro Algae has commenced In the 2023/24 budget, the Council million to cover construction, infrastructure, and water

To play along, post your photos between the competition dates. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to Council is seeking applications

This workshop is designed to help businesses, sole traders, community service organisations, volunteer groups, and local and state governments better understand how to plan for disasters or disruptive events. You will gain the knowledge, skills, and understanding needed to ensure continuity of critical business or service delivery during significant events. Additionally, you will receive tools and resources to accelerate your planning and review existing plans.

Register here: https://bit.ly/burdekin-business-continuity-planning

One of Australia’s most loved forums for literature, ideas and storytelling, Sydney Writers’ Festival will live-stream some of its headline events from Sydney to Burdekin Library, 108 Graham Street,

• 1 completed line of equals 1 you complete whole card, 10 entries prize draw. The Outside Competition from 16 September to 1 October To play along, your photos the competition dates. Don’t out on this opportunity discover Burdekin like never Time is running so get your card and your school adventure.

Image: Mick Cane Cutter Burdekin Adventure.

Mayor. This is a temporary

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providing executive support for

BURDEKIN SHIRE COUNCIL

Volunteers attending the 2023 NQ Regional Visitor Information Centre Volunteers Conference in Hinchinbrook

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Michael Detenon

May heralds the beginning of Small Business Month, a time to honour and celebrate the backbone of our local economies. The festivities kicked off at the Burdekin Industry Breakfast, signalling a month filled with recognition and support for small businesses. Central to this celebration is an exciting competition that is currently underway, ‘Snap for Small Business’. As you’re shopping around town, snap a photo in one of your favourite small businesses and upload it to socials, tag @supportlocalburdekin and #snapforsmallbusiness to go in the draw to win 1 of 4 $100 Burdekin Gift Cards. Don’t forget to tag the business! Looking ahead, mark your calendars for the Marketing Mingle event in collaboration with the Burdekin Chamber tonight

at 6:00pm at the Kalamia Hotel. This event is presented by Natasha Buttler, founder of Boost Marketing Services and JCU lecturer in marketing, and is a great opportunity for anyone wanting to gain more knowledge. You will walk away with effective tips that you can immediately implement into your business.

You will have also seen in last week’s paper the newly installed tourist frames located at Lynch’s Beach, Alva and one to be installed at Mt Inkerman. I encourage locals to visit these frames and snap some photos of our beautiful region.

For those who don’t know, Councillors have been going on air with our local Sweet FM every Wednesday at 2:00pm. Be sure to listen in for your weekly update on what is happening around the region.

Sad Ending, New Beginnings

Last Friday, the Burdekin Move IT Program came to an end, bringing up a lot of emotions for everyone involved. This program was made possible with the support of North Queensland PHN, Burdekin Shire Council, MoveIT NQ, and NQ Sports Foundation.

We want to express our sincere thanks to the Burdekin Shire Council for giving us the chance to make a positive impact on our community. It’s been incredible to witness the changes in everyone over the past 16 weeks. The connections and friendships that have developed among the participants, Andrea, and ourselves have brought genuine joy. The arrival of the Monday and Friday groups at the Centre was always filled with excitement and anticipation. We are truly moved (no pun intended!) by the experience and its positive impact. Programs like MoveIT don’t just happen on their own, so we have been working

behind the scenes to find the right funding to keep the program going, although it will be under a different name. We are still working on this, but the BNC Committee can see the positive impact the program has had and has decided to contract Andrea Piotto to continue with another 8-week program starting on July 8th. This time, there will be a cost, and we hope our community members aged 55 and above will be able to participate. If you would like to participate – don’t hesitate to get in touch with the Centre to find out more information and register.

We don’t have a name as yet – and we would love the input of our community in naming the new program. Send us your best suggestion to admin@thebnc.org.au. Until next time,

The Team

Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre

Did you know that our kerbside recycling doesn’t end up at Kirknie Landfill? Instead, the recycling truck takes our co-mingled recycling to the Townsville Material Recovery Facility (MRF), where it undergoes processing. This facility isn’t just about sorting recyclables; it’s also equipped with an education facility! The Townsville MRF

encourages locals to take charge and responsibility for their recycling practices. You can even book tours through Townsville City Council to learn more about the recycling process firsthand. Let’s all do our part for a cleaner, greener future.

Knowing what items can go in your yellow lid bin will help make sure we’re recycling as much as we can and doing it

right. Recycling helps reduce the amount of waste that goes to landfill, which benefits both the environment and our community.

If you would like to get in touch with me, please feel free to phone me on 0447 150 582 or email mayor@burdekin.qld.gov. au.

GIRU STATE SCHOOL TO CELEBRATE CENTENARY

Giru State School, a cornerstone of the small but vibrant community of Giru, is marking a century of educational excellence with a grand celebration.

The milestone event, featuring a gala dinner and a lively fete, is set to honour the school’s rich history and its enduring legacy in the region.

Giru derives its name from a railway station named on 31 March 1916, based on “goru,” a sugarcane variety from New Guinea grown locally.

The Invicta Sugar Mill, originally located on the Richmond River in New South Wales, moved to Bucca in 1906 and then to the Haughton River in 1919, around which the township of Giru developed.

The mill began operations there in 1921 and Giru State School opened three years later on in October 1, 1924.

Jenni Lund, the current principal of Giru State School, encapsulated the spirit of the occasion by reflecting on the school’s journey.

“We’ve grown and we’ve gone through those fluctuations of a small town that’s lost residents and built the residents back up,” Ms Lund said.

“There’s the country atmosphere of the school and the community, but we’re not that far away from Townsville or Ayr; it’s a great location.”

The school has seen significant growth in recent years, transitioning from a two-teacher to a three-teacher school, and currently boasts an enrollment of 74 students across three classes.

Corin Widderick, a teacher, parent, and former student, represents three generations of family ties to the school and emphasised the unique opportunities available at Giru State School.

“We’re proud of what we have to offer; it’s a great little school that offers so many different things,” she said.

“We have tennis courts, a school swimming pool, and we’re able to send our students to play in big sporting tournaments.

“Even though it is such a small, rural school, we still have those opportunities which is really special.”

The gala dinner to be help on Friday, July 5 promises to be a highlight, featuring live entertainment, tours of the school, and speeches that reflect on its storied past.

One particularly poignant moment will be the unveiling of a time capsule buried 25

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years ago, with plans to bury a new one to be opened by future generations.

The fete, a vibrant community affair, will kick off the next morning with a high tea.

Attendees can look forward to a range of activities including rides, stalls, and displays, as well as bus tours of the Invicta Mill conducted by Wilmar.

The event will also feature a “Giruvian” challenge, where participants can engage in local activities such as putting crab pots together, cutting cane, casting fishing rods, and moving hay bales.

Students have integrated the festivities into their Media and Arts curriculum, creating videos, documentaries, posters, and magazine covers about the school’s history, which will be shared on social media and displayed during the event.

A colouring in competition has even been designed by year 2 and 3 students which has been distributed throughout the school and other schools in the area, with entries to be displayed on the weekend.

The fete will also feature a raffle and auction aimed at raising funds to upgrade the school’s soundproofing.

The involvement of parents, former students, and community members in organ-

ising the event is a testament to the strong community spirit that has kept the school thriving for a hundred years.

“We’ve had so many sponsors help out with putting our event on, so we’re very appreciative of that,” Ms Widderick said.

“It’s really good to see our community getting involved and helping out.”

With people traveling from as far as Perth and Melbourne to join the celebrations, Giru State School’s centenary is set to be a memorable event, celebrating the past while looking forward to a bright future.

Visit the Giru State School Facebook page for more information.

WHAT: Giru State School 100 Years Gala Dinner

WHEN: Friday, July 5 from 5:00pm

WHERE: Giru State School

TICKETS: Giru State School Facebook page

WHAT: Giru State School 100 Years Fete WHEN: Saturday, July 6 from 3:00pm WHERE: Giru State School

ADMISSION: $5 for adults, $2 for children aged 5-12, 4 and under free

Unified Strength: Better Together

QCAR and ACFA are proud to announce a strategic integration, intensifying our combined strengths and capabilities to invigorate the sugarcane industry

Development of 5 Regional District Committees

Far North Queensland

Herbert Burdekin

Central Queensland

South East Queensland and New South Wales

Local representatives in each district

Fostering relationships with growers, millers and local businesses

Advocacy 6-Ways (via our collaborative partners)

QCAR

ACFA

National Famers Federation (NFF)

Queensland Farmers Federation (QFF)

Agforce

Local, State and Federal Government Creating a more

Expanding our geographical footprint spanning from Mossman in North Queensland to Harwood, New South Wales

Mossman

Harwood

Burdekin

Herbert Central Queensland Far North Queensland

South East Queensland

NORTH QUEENSLAND DROUGHT RESILIENCE RECEIVES FEDERAL BUDGET BOOSTS

The Tropical North Queensland Drought Resilience, Adoption and Innovation Hub (TNQ Drought Hub) has secured funding to extend its efforts in North Queensland for several more years following last week’s announcement of the Federal Government’s record commitment of over $500 million to the Future Drought Fund.

Led by James Cook University, the TNQ Drought Hub is one of eight national hubs tasked with implementing and supporting practices for drought preparedness.

The Hub has been collaborating with farmers, researchers and industry to spearhead drought-resilience initiatives across North Queensland since its establishment in 2022.

Hub Director Professor David Phelps said the funding will enable them to continue a range of programs designed to bolster and support drought preparedness for North Queensland’s agricultural communities.

“This funding extension is pivotal for our region,” said Professor Phelps.

“It ensures the continuation of key TNQ Drought Hub and partner initiatives, including governance, leadership and succession workshops to prepare the next generation, advanced ESG research for

practical on-farm adoption, and scholarship programs for honours and PhD students to propel forward their innovative research in finding solutions for our communities.”

Professor Phelps noted that the commitment to long-term funding, as opposed to sporadic short-term allocations, will enable the Hub to implement longer-lasting projects.

“We know that farms and producers in North Queensland experience different challenges to our southern counterparts,” said Professor Phelps.

“With secure, long-term funding, we can now ensure our projects and activities will have more meaning and impact on our region. We will also be able to seek out additional opportunities to collaborate closely with more communities and industry partners to address regional priorities and opportunities for future sustainable solutions.

“We’ve had terrific success over the last three years and are looking forward to continuing to help our primary producers and their communities prepare for the impacts of drought and work with the other Hubs nationally to ensure there is collaboration across the country.”

Northwest Queensland Economy Boost PHOSPHATE MINE TO BRING JOBS

45 construction and operational jobs are set to be created as a result of the State Government greenlighting a major phosphate mine in Northwest Queensland.

Located 130km northwest of Mount Isa, the North West Phosphate’s Paradise South complex has been granted $300 million in mining leases. The Resources and Critical Minerals Minister Scott Stewart believes the initiative will stand as a vote of confidence from the government and reputable mining companies.

“Paradise South will create 445 good local jobs for the region and confirms the North West Mineral Province will continue to be a key driver in Queensland’s economy,” said Mr. Stewart.

“Phosphorous is an important product not only in the agriculture sector but is also needed for the technologies the world will adopt as it moved to a net zero economy, that is why the Commonwealth Government has added phosphorous to its new Strategic Materials list.”

The mining leases will further prompt additional support and benefits to the northwest Queensland economy with North West Phosphate intending to use local services throughout construction and in future operations. Northwest Phosphate Executive Chairman, John Cotter believes this project will stands as a significant milestone for the Paradise South project and for the Mt Isa community.

“We know that the Mt Isa community is relying on us to deliver local jobs and local opportunities and we will continue to work with the Queensland Government to get this project off the ground as soon as possible,” explained Mr Cotter.

“As many in the North West region would know, this project was first talked about decades ago, but is the cutting edge project design underpinned by world class technology that has been put together by the North West Phosphate project team that will make sure this project becomes a reality.”

TNQ Drought Hub Director Professor David Phelps. Photo supplied

SUGAR MARKET STRUGGLING TO FIND SUPPORT

The ICE#11 sugar contract continues to be weighed down by the growing 24/25 forecast global trade surplus.

The early start to the Brazilian harvest, and clear weather, has resulted in record breaking production numbers being posted in the UNICA half monthly production reports for April. Seasonal cane tonnages are up and so is the ratio of sugar to ethanol production, particularly for this early in the season. This is forcing analysts to revise their sugar production numbers for Brazil.

Additionally, much needed rain in Thailand is improving the outlook for this year’s crop

to climb back above 10M tonnes of sugar production. Combined with incremental increases in tonnage for Europe, China and Central America, there is a growing consensus around another surplus year in sugar production.

The speculative money has sensed that the path of least resistance has been down, and has consequently moved to net short position on the market to around 50,000 contracts.

The good news is that global stocks are low and demand remains strong. Even with the significant pullback in prices, the for-

ward market still exhibits a slightly inverted structure in which nearby prices are higher than deferred.

Australian sugar is selling well into our traditional Asian markets and the solid physical premiums paid for the 23-season crop look likely to be repeated into this year’s pricing. While Brazilian ethanol parity is still well below current market levels, the import parity for raw sugar into Chinese refineries is resulting in some fresh business and plenty of price checking.

Following the close of the 24 season pricing nomination date (April 30), the grow-

er’s GEI sugar pricing mix has shifted back to traditional pool pricing mechanisms for price management. After a couple of years of record returns for our Production Risk Pool, this is not a total surprise.

Further, the large volatility of prices over the last 18 months has left some growers who forward price feeling a bit whiplashed. As with all choices, there are trade-offs.

For those in the pools you can never be sure of your final price until well after harvest has been completed, whereas forward pricing gives you certainty and control of your own income.

A WIN FOR FAMILIES AND FARMERS AS SENATE PLANS TO BLOCK FRESH FOOD TAX

The crossbench will block the Australian Government’s “disastrous” and “ill-thought-out” fresh food tax in the Senate with Federal Member for Dawson, Andrew Willcox, saying common sense has prevailed.

It comes after The Nationals spent the past year campaigning with farmers and industry against the tax, called a biosecurity protection levy, which would have hurt both families and farmers in Dawson amid a cost-of-living crisis.

“This is a win for families, a win for farmers and a win for regional Australia,” Mr Willcox said.

“I am proud to have been part of a campaign to stop Labor’s fresh food tax as soon as it was announced in Labor’s bad Budget last year.

“I would like to thank everyone who supported The Nationals and joined our efforts to scrap this tax, either by signing our petition, backing our media campaign or helping to highlight just how disgraceful Labor’s reckless new tax would be.

“Not only would this tax drive up the price

of fresh food in Dawson, with farmers forced to pass on costs, it would also undermine the entire levy system, causing chaos and confusion across industry.

“Families need food that is more affordable and our farmers need support to get food from paddock to plate.

“While Labor tried to introduce the exact opposite, The Nationals will always fight for common sense and for fairness in the regions.”

Mr Willcox admonished Agriculture Minister Murray Watt for even contemplating the idea, let alone trying to push it through and introduce the tax on July 1.

“The fact Minister Watt refused to listen to concerns and instead doubled

down, carrying out a rushed and confusing policy which lacked in detail, is either lazy or arrogant,” Mr Willcox added.

“It was senseless when better alternatives were offered by The Nationals, such as an importer container levy, which would charge importers, not our own farmers, to pay for biosecurity risks being created as produce comes into the country.

“In what parallel universe would a govern-

ment charge its own farmers to pay for the biosecurity risks their competitors are creating, just to raise $150 million over three years for consolidated revenue?

“I want families and farmers to know The Nationals have your back.

“We stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Australian farmers today and welcome news the Senate will reject Labor’s fresh food tax.”

AUD Sugar Swap Price: 2024 season

AUD Sugar Swap Price: 2024, 2025 and 2026 seasons

Federal Member for Dawson, Andrew Willcox, welcomes news the Senate will reject a fresh food tax. Photo supplied

OPINION PIECE

SIMON HOOD Wilmar Manager Grower Marketing

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Ayr Industrial Estate

Dive Into Autumn Savings With Tanks Direct

As the leaves turn and the weather cools, there’s no better time to invest in top-quality water storage solutions. This autumn, Tanks Direct is excited to offer unbeatable deals on their premier water tanks: the 23,280L water tank for just $2,999 (including GST) and the 26,000L tank for $3,300 (including GST). For added convenience, an optional pump is available for only $250.

Tanks Direct is owned by National Poly Industries who has been a trusted name in the industry since 2011. They have built a reputation for delivering reliable, high-quality products that meet the diverse needs of their customers. Whether you’re looking for water and industrial tanks, or water and feed troughs, Tanks Direct has you covered. Their service area spans far and wide, reaching as far north

as Cooktown, out west to Mount Isa, and as far south as Clairview.

What sets Tanks Direct apart from the competition is their commitment to quality and durability. Each tank is crafted using a one-piece construction method, ensuring superior strength and longevity. Their round tanks come with an impressive 25-year warranty, giving you peace of mind with your purchase. Made locally, these tanks are designed to withstand the harsh Australian climate, featuring tapered walls that are thicker at the base for added strength.

The Tanks Direct team is small but mighty, comprising of dedicated office staff, skilled production workers, and reliable delivery drivers. This close-knit team works tirelessly to ensure every customer receives

the best possible service and product. Their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction is evident in every tank they produce.

One of the standout features of Tanks Direct’s tanks is their robust design. Engineered using finite element analysis, these tanks promise long-term structural integrity. They are also made from 100% foodgrade polyethylene, ensuring safe water storage with no BPA, corrosion, or rust. The tanks come with additional accessories, including a stainless steel mosquito-proof screen and overflow, an algae-free cover top, and a brass outlet and valve.

Customers like Leanne O’Sullivan from Bowen have raved about Tanks Direct’s products and service: “Tanks Direct have very neat and sturdy-looking tanks,” Ms

O’Sullivan shared. “I appreciated the quick delivery. We found Tanks Direct pricing very competitive.”

Choosing a polyethylene tank from Tanks Direct means choosing a product that is competitively priced, easy to transport and install, and incredibly durable. These tanks require minimal maintenance and come in a variety of shapes and sizes to suit your specific needs. This autumn, take advantage of Tanks Direct’s special offers and invest in a tank that will provide reliable water storage for years to come.

Don’t miss out on these fantastic autumn deals. Visit Tanks Direct today at 25 Bird Street, Ayr or contact the friendly team at 1800 642 055 or sales@tanksdirect.com.au to secure your high-quality water tank at an unbeatable price.

EVENTGUIDE

SATURDAY 25 MAY

Burdekin Netball Junior Cup

Carnival

Saturday and Sunday, from 7am to 5pm

The Annual Burdekin Netball Junior Cup Carnival will once again be held for teams from all over North Queensland to come and compete whilst having fun with their friends. With an expected 400 competitors to prepare to take the courts, the Burdekin Netball Association welcomes all residents and visitors to their annual carnival held at the Home Hill Netball Courts.

Burdekin Netball Association

Pre Crush Old Time Dance

Saturday, from 6pm

The Rita Island Progress Association is hosting a pre crush, old time dance at the Jarvisfield State School hall, along with the Jarvisfield P&C committee, on May 25. The night kicks off at 6pm with a BBQ dinner and showcase by the highland dancers, then Kiradon will entertaining the crowd until 11pm. This is a licensed event with an 18+ bar area, and don’t forget to bring your cash for some amazing raffles on the night. $5 entry per person or $15 per family puts you in the draw for our lucky door prize, plus smoko and dessert. Please RSVP on the Facebook event for catering. We hope to see you with your dancing shoes on!

Jarvisfield State School Hall

THURSDAY 6 JUNE

Morning Melodies: Some Enchanted Evening Thursday, from 11am

We have all heard their songs and we have all enjoyed their musicals. They were known as America’s most successful musical theatre writing team and their partnership has been called the greatest of the 20th Century.

Join us for a very special event paying tribute to the timeless music from the legendary Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II. Featuring your favourite tunes from Carousel, The King and I, South Pacific, The Sound of Music and many more, Some Enchanted

Evening is truly an enchanted concert of exquisite songs from the golden age of musicals.

In an intimate setting amongst the stars, come on a whimsical journey through song and dance, and be captivated by the beautiful music of ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’, ‘Younger Than Springtime’, ‘I Have Dreamed’, ‘Climb Every Mountain’, and ‘Oh What a Beautiful Morning’. With beautiful costumes, extraordinary dancing and a song list that also includes music from their partnerships with Jerome Kern and Lorenz Hart, Some Enchanted Evening is a magical, uplifting experience that is not to be missed.

Burdekin Theatre

FRIDAY 7 JUNE

The Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks Tribute Show

Friday, from 7.30pm Welcome to The Dreams Show – your ticket to experiencing the magic of Fleetwood Mac and the captivating solo career of their leading lady, Stevie Nicks. Since its launch in 2017, Dreams has gained massive acclaim, both from fans across Australia and from within Fleetwood Mac themselves. Dennis Dunstan, Fleetwood Mac’s Manager (1981-1999), applauded the show, stating, “The Dreams Show was a breath of fresh air when it comes to Fleetwood Mac tribute shows.. these guys deliver.. Big Time! Don’t miss this show if you’re a Mac fan!” Surrender to the enchantment of Dreams, as we recreate everything from their live show spectacle to clothes to choreography and  anecdotes to iconic songs of the legendary band. Enjoy monumental hits like ‘Go your Own way’, ‘Gypsy’, ‘Edge of Seventeen’, ‘Rooms on Fire’, ‘TUSK’, ‘Say you love me’, and many others. $59 tickets.

Burdekin Theatre

SUNDAY 9 JUNE

The Cane Country Cup Pickleball Team Event

Friday, from 8.30am Building on the success of the Sugar Bowl, Home Hill Tennis brings you

the inaugural Cane Country Cup, a pickleball team event. Teams have been invited to the event from Mackay, Whitsundays, Bowen, Townsville, Charters Towers and Ingham. It will be unique on the pickleball calendar with mixed teams of 4-6 players, where every point won will go toward determining overall winners. It will be played in Competitive and Social Grades. The excitement around the event is building with teams from clubs committing to playing in the event. Pickleball is a fast paced, fast scoring racquet sport played on a small court. Organizers are expecting that sportsmanship, camaraderie and building friendships will be at the forefront of the event.

Home Hill Tennis Association

WEDNESDAY 12 JUNE

Ayr State High School: Year 10 Careers Morning Wednesday, from 9am to 10am

The aim of the morning is to provide a broad view of careers and employment opportunities in our local area and surrounds.

The format includes display tables, 10-minute introduction of your organisation and an opportunity for students to ask questions. Students will move between organisations to gain knowledge about career options to support their subject choices for their senior schooling.

Please use this link https://forms.office. com/r/rpaKQtFiK4 to register. It would be appreciated if each organisation representative could register for catering and workplace safety purposes.

Ayr State High School

Anthology Showcase

Wednesday, 10:30am

Writers from the “Burdekin Creative Writers” and “Night Writers” groups will read a selection of their pieces from the Anthology.

Home Hill Branch of Burdekin Library

MONDAY 24 JUNE

ARC by ERTH

Monday and Tuesday, from 6.30pm Showcasing exquisite puppetry, an enigmatic host, audience interaction and a world of rare and exotic animals, ARC is a profound experience that embraces the natural world and the creatures that cohabit this place we call Earth.

ARC presents intimate, magical encounters with rare and vulnerable species, raising important questions about our collective and individual relationship with nature and loss. Renowned as innovators of physical and visual theatre, for the past three decades Erth’s body of work has explored the depths of the past. With ARC, they look unblinkingly to the future, as this menagerie of animals transforms the stage before your very eyes.

Burdekin Theatre

WEDNESDAY 26 JUNE

Burdekin Show

Wednesday, from 10am

The Annual Burdekin Show hosted at the Ayr Showgrounds is an event for all ages. From exhibits to equestrian, side show alley and fireworks there is something for everyone and the true essence of country hospitality can be found.  Ayr Showgrounds

Christina Paul, Nikki Bowes, and Kellie Stephenson

Aiden Contzonis, Corey Marchionie, Ben Perna, Mark Barbagallo, Jole Hanson and Cody Betteridge Charli Campbell, Alanee Marsh, Gypsy O’Hearn, Maddie Royal, Chayse Barra, Hunter Blomfeild and Bailey Pery

Craig Mcgill, Bailey Stibbs, and Brayden Rowlins

Dylan Raitelli, Ryan Kaminski, Hayde Munro, Dustin Priddle, and Harvey Horan

Eliza McMullen and Lily Harris

Isabella Dowling, Maddy Jukes, Bridget Caskey, Logan Cox, Megan Fredrickson, and Shannen Zohn

Jaiden Thomasson and Xander Devow

Jake Healy, James Windsor, Danielle Rehbein, Kelsey Nugent, and Carissa Paske

Kalypso Karagkiozis, Adriana Higgsward, and Skye Plumley

Paige Griggs and Indee Everett

Rebecca Walker, Rosalie Kelly, Katrina French, Kristy Raitelli, Amy Cranitch, Donna Sunderland and Fiona Smith

Sasha and Alannah Previtera, Emmeson Cowan, Lilly Wilms, Holli Arthur and Chumane Botha

Shannon Musumeci, Cassy Bonanno and Chantel Michielin

Tracey Wells, Kristy Nielsen, and Sharni Armstrong

Amiee Gibson and Mark Carrara

Annelise Simpson, Emily Funk, and Abby Wetherell

Blake Jorgensen, Brock Wright and Sarah Booth

Breanna Benedetti and Isabella Russo

Brianna and Sam Whittred

Photo credit: Chelsea Ravizza

22 Social Life

Top 5 Duck Placings

1st Prize: $1,000 and the 2024 Quack Duck – Duck #75, Des Fenech

2nd Prize: $750 – Duck #80, Real Shed Fabrication

3rd Prize: $500 – Duck #173, Vicki Quirk

4th Prize: $300 – Duck #67, Jennine Symons-Roberts

5th Prize: $200 – Duck #41, Sophie Oar

Lucky Draws: $50 each

1. Duck #182 Bobby Kitson

2. Duck # 51 Terry Deambrosis

3. Duck # 72 Roger Timm

4. Duck #9 Kristian Bellamy

5. Duck #131 Torrie Davies

Best Decorated Duck: $100

$100 – Burdekin Community Association

$30 each – Azahlia Worlein, Nutrien Harcourts McCathies, Kip & Everley Nicholas

Best Duck Outfit: $50 each Everley Nicholas, Kip Nicholas

Raffle Prize: Fire Pit

Ticket #083 Julie Cook

Member for Dawson Andrew Wilcox and Burdekin Shire Council Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort Claire, Jayden, Chris, and Sophie Pirrone

Emma, Hamish and Eden Chapman

Florence Giddy, Gabriella Hibberd and Tarah Giddy

Frank Nucifora on duck duty

Evie Fabbro, Abbie De Wit and Oscar Kelly

Josh Furnell and Jamie Conneely

Kara and Theia Cox, and Shirley and Ian McChesney-Clark

Lyndy McCathie and Jye and Kari Ravizza

Nathan Cook, Brayden Becke, Chloe Hook, Mahala Thorne, Bhree Mclean and Maree Holmes

Remmie Schultz, Emilee Wassmuth and Lani Olsen

Nathan Cook, Taj Cogzell, Amanda Brown, Chelsea O’Shea, Maddy Geitz and Lucy Kelly

Adam Perry and Jimmy Hayllor

Rhegan Koia, Beth Duthie, Xanthie Kohn, Michelle Connolly, Michelle Harris, Biancia and Tyler Hall, Tahlia Connolly and Izaylea Lofts

Rodney Williams and Chalie Nucifora

Taj Cogzell and Chelsea O’Shea

The Burdekin Brass Band

Sack race fun and games

Photo credit: Chelsea Ravizza

Ayr’s first electric lighting scheme took place at Pioneer and Kalamia Sugar Mills in the sugar rooms in 1894 and 1895. David Edwards, who owned the Delta Hotel in 1910, built the Delta Theatre virtually next door. He installed a DC Generator at the rear of the Theatre to run an electrical lighting system. This was so successful that David Edwards applied to the Ayr Shire Council to supply electric power for commercial use and town lighting in 1914. It took from 1914 to October 1915 before DC power was able to supply electricity to businesses along Queen Street.

A galvanized iron building or Power House on the corner of Bey (Young Street) and Omar (Graham Street) to supply electricity was built by Mr George Lear of Townsville to the satisfaction of a well-known architect of Ayr, Mr Fred Smith. Mr Pepper, consulting engineer of the firm Kay, MacNicoll and Co. had passed all the work in connection with the electrical department and expressed himself well pleased. As to the staff in general they did very well under the supervision of Mr C Holloway of Melbourne. The relations between employer, employees and Mr Holloway were most harmonious. This building site is now occupied by The Burdekin Singers. The Power House has an outside measurement of 111 feet in length by 30 feet wide. The front is a handsome brick façade, and the entrance is through impressive silky oak doors under a large and imposing circular door head with fanlight. The first two rooms are the manager’s office and the showroom. The office has silky oak fittings with furniture to match and is well appointed. The showroom is well stocked and replete with all accessories in connection with the electrical plant. The windows to these two rooms are very large and of heavy plate glass. The ceiling is of Wunderlich metal and the height is fourteen feet.

From here we pass into the storage battery room which is 34 feet by 30 feet. The battery is of the latest Tudor plant of 240 cells and the capacity of 290 ampere hours with a nominal discharge rate of 29 ampere for ten hours or a maximum rate of discharge of 72 amperes. The battery itself is erected on the very latest principles, on varnished silky oak bearers, and all of these stands on glass insulators. This room is magnificently lighted, and is beautifully cool. The ceiling is cone shaped and of light corrugated iron and has a maximum height of 17 ft. The walls and ceiling are painted and the whole appearance suggests good taste and skill in the designing. After Mr Edwards had explained somewhat of the working of the batteries, we open the door and enter the engine room, which is 39 x 30 ft and is structurally almost the same as the battery room.

For some days past, the townspeople have heard the steady cough-cough of an engine which is working well. It is the latest type of Fielding and Platt suction gas engine and is of 70BHP. It is very solidly erected and runs perfectly. This main engine is coupled up to an ECC Generator (25Kilowatts) which gives a voltage of 440450 on the outers. The booster is also an ECC construction and of BHP capacity, and this used in charging the batteries.

Turning round from the main engine we notice the switchboard, which is of fine workmanship, being a set of beautifully grained marble slabs. The whole has a length of 12 ft 6 ins by a height of 6 ft. On this are erected the mechanical devices for the simple operating of electric current. It is a very complete, and has all the latest style of circuit breakers, rheostats, ampere, hour and voltage meters.

In the corner at the back of the main engine is installed a motor air pump. This being to charge an iron reservoir with compressed air, up to 200lb to the square inch, and anyone who has had any experience of starting a refractory suction gas engine by hand power after compressed air was exhausted, would appreciate this motor pumping principle. There, beside this, is a motor fan for drawing the gas from the producer, direct to the engine, and which is switched off as soon as the engine is going. This again, is a cheap necessary and effective appliance, ensuring as it does a steady draught of gas which is often difficult to obtain by hand method.

That there shall be no mistake in business and results Mr Edwards has made arrangements to put down an auxiliary engine in the other end of the room. There will be his well-known Delta engine, and as he foundation bed is ready, it will be moved to its site as soon as other details are attended to in connection with the main plant. This auxiliary engine will be coupled up to an ECC generator, 12 kilowatts, and the erection of this plant will mean that Mr Edwards will have no fear and little risk of not being able to supply customers in the event of temporary disablement of his main plant.

I might here mention that the floors of the two front offices-the battery and engine rooms are a solid 6inch solid concrete foundation topped by 1/4 inch of cement, giving a perfectly smooth surface. All provision has been made for cables safety, engine piping etc. being in brickwork trenches and covered by heavy checkered boiler plates.

As I pass on to the producer rooms, I notice it is through a sliding iron fireproof door set into a heave brick wall which is the full width of the building (30ft). This acts as a guard against fire and should be quite effective. The Producer Room is 20ft by 30ft and herein is installed a 75hp Cambridge generator of the latest model, with dust catcher and scrubber etc. The motor power from this generator is gas derived from firewood burnt direct. The principle of the generator really being a retort which converts the wood into charcoal whilst making its own gas, and is worked on the down-draught principle. There is no necessity for closing the retort, as it works as well open as shut.

I was curious as to the results of Mr Edwards turned up his chart and the engine and fuel consumed and showed me that the engine running on full load for eight hours test used 820lb of wood averaging 3.7lb of wood for every kilowatt generated. For the BHP generated in the same time 2.46lb of wood: all this showed 0.04 below the firms guarantee. For 40 hours continuous run the average load was .37kilowatts with total consumption of 4450lb wood or 3352lb per unit or 2.38lb BHP.

The whole of the producing plant is on a solid concrete foundation and has all the necessary platforms to enable the staff to do their work. Mr Edwards has a very large amount of firewood handy, and it his intention to at once to install a circular saw bench and thus minimize the cost of wood cutting, as this requires to be of suitable length for the retort.

The distributing mains are of bare hand-drawn copper cable erected on poles varying from 30 to 40ft being well above the Government wires. These mains are conducted through Queen Street and various other streets, and at present the connection is made with many business houses and some private establishments. At the present time the council are arranging for some nine lights in the main street and intersections each 100 candle-power. There is no doubt many more will apply for the light.

In connection with the consumption of light this is checked by Kilowatt meter-Board of Control units-so that any leakage on lines can be located also the consumption of light ascertained. Each consumer will have a meter check on a switchboard showing the amount of energy used.

After going through the technical details, Mr Edwards explained that the plant would have been ready before, but naturally war conditions had a great deal hampered him, and he had felt some anxiety, as he had roughly £1000 at stake in the scheme. However, all was now right, and here would be 40 to 50 consumers of light at an early date and no doubt as soon as times improved, he would be taxed to the maximum. What number of lights can you carry under a full load? I asked – Well 3000 that is to do justice.

Just as I was leaving Mr Edwards showed me a very unique instrument - a Megger Evershed testing set. This is used to find out the slightest leakage in the cables or breakage in insulation, and is an instrument which has received the approval and sanction of the Underwriters’ Association. Briefly, a provision is made for connection by a wire from the cable to the “Megger” All up this enterprise cost around £22,000.

The writer of this article left the premises after thanking Mr Edwards for his courtesy. No doubt Dave Edwards deserves success. This is his own plant on his own premises, and businesses, not only for his own benefit but to the development of the town.

By 1922, a couple of consumers to David Edwards Electricity Enterprise, told a reporter that electricity costs were three pence a unit, and one householder had an electric iron which cost thirteen to fifteen shillings a month to run. At the beginning there were only 20 consumers which increased to 231 in the 1920’s. By 1934 three diesel engines had been added to the original suction gas engine, 470 consumers and there was a staff thirteen. In 1938 the consumers had increased to 697and power was extended to Brandon. By this time as the Ayr Power House had operated on DC Power and because of the greater area to cover with electricity, this DC-Direct Current power was converted to A/C Alternating Current. In January 1939, the Ayr Shire Council bought out the Edwards Electricity Supply at about £26,000. The Ayr Shire presented Mr David Ronald Edwards with a fishing Rod and Reel for his services to supplying Electricity to Ayr.

World War II came and there were shortages of power because The Ayr Power House could not tap into the grid of power supply between Home Hill and Townsville. It was not until 1946 that the Ayr Power House was incorporated into the Townsville Regional Electricity Board-TREB. It was not until 1956 that the Ayr Brandon District was fully converted from DC to AC Electricity. What a legacy of Electricity that David Edwards and his family gave to Ayr and district from 1910 to 1939. David Edwards first supplied electricity in 1910 to his newly built Delta Theatre and by October 1915 to the whole town until 1939 when The Ayr Shire Council took over 24 years.

This article was written with the aid “Partner in Progress” (A history of electricity supply in North Queensland from 1897 to 1987) by Christine Doran Studies in North Queensland History Department of History and Politics James Cook University Townsville 1990 pp46-49.

Contributed by Glenis Cislowski

The Burdekin Creative Writers Anthology

In February 2017, eleven people climbed the steep stairs at the Burdekin Library in Ayr. Beginners and experienced writers alike, they dreamed

of novels, family histories, memoirs, anthologies and children’s stories. They sought a group of like-minded individuals who would inspire and encourage their creativity. From that meeting, Scratchy Scribblers was formed. Over the next six years, the group changed names and meeting locations multiple times. Members and partnerships came and went, but, throughout it all, the goal of the group stayed the same.

Burdekin Creative Writers is a welcoming space for writers to share their words, find encouragement and advice, enhance their literary skills, and have fun creating new things with only a pen and their imagination.

Because of this group, members have entered short story competitions and been published in anthologies. They have created newsletters, judged writing competitions, and learned to interview notable people in the community. They have writ-

ten dozens of stories and poems and challenged themselves to write things they never would’ve created on their own.

In 2023, the group published their own anthology, an assortment of stories and poems from the members of Burdekin Creative Writers and Burdekin Night Writers. Burdekin Life is proud to share some of the work from this anthology. To find out more about the Burdekin Creative Writers, contact George Venables 0407 105 950.

Burdekin’s Best Catches

POSITIONS VACANT

West Haughton Harvesting is a Sugar Cane Harvesting contracting business based in the Upper Haughton region.

We’re seeking a relief operator for the 2024 Sugar Crush to begin in June - full time, casual work, for the entire season.

Roster is 2 days every 8 days for Harvester Driving (wheeled machine) and other duties will include in field tractor work, haulout driving (if license held) and general farm work.

Remuneration will be based on experience. Call Peter 0428 635 922 COPPO, Guiseppe ‘Joe’ Late of Ayr. Passed away peacefully on 19th May, 2024 aged 96 years. Beloved husband of Ines (deceased), Much loved father, father-in-law, nonno, bis nonno and friend.

DEATH NOTICES

Beloved son of Frank & Clarice Rolls (both dec.) Cherished brother of Marlyn, Robert, Brian & their respective families.

Dearly missed uncle, great-uncle, & mate to many.  All relatives & friends are respectfully invited to attend the Graveside Funeral Service for William which is appointed to commence at 2pm on Monday 27th May at the Ayr Monumental Cemetery.

Dean Liotis with his 153cm Spanish Mackerel caught around Cape Upstart. Photo supplied: Tracy Liotis

Jason Liotis with his 120cm Golden Trevally caught around Cape Upstart. Photo supplied: Tracy Liotis

Will Smith “living the dream” after catching a cod and 81cm barramundi. Photo supplied: Will Smith

A good catch for a Friday afternoon after school. Photo supplied: Brendan Hervey

A haul caught on the last weekend of April. Photo supplied: John Chandler Peter hauled in a few Jewies, cod, grunter and plenty of bream last week. Photo supplied: Peter

Tailored Grooming, Happy Tails!

Notice to Adjoining Landholders

To allow for the systematic burning of sugarcane, residual tops or trash, applications will be made under the provisions of the Fire and Rescue Service Act 1990, by members of CANEGROWERS Burdekin Limited for permits to light fire and burn in accordance with recognised practices in the sugar industry and the conditions of the permit. This notice serves to alert all occupiers of non-cane lands, which land adjoins sugar cane lands occupied by members of CANEGROWERS Burdekin Limited who may apply for such a permit, of the application for a permit.

Any objections relating to applications should be made to the assigned area fire warden. This notification covers all applications being made by members of CANEGROWERS Burdekin Limited within the Burdekin district for the 2024 sugarcane harvest season for the period June to December 2024.

Notification for members of

To allow for the burning of sugarcane, residual tops and trash, applications will be made under the provisions of the Fire and Emergency Services Act 1990, by members of Queensland Cane Agriculture and Renewables for permits for the lighting of all fires on the land in accordance with recognised practices in the sugar industry and the conditions of the permit.

This notice serves to alert all occupiers of non-cane lands, which land adjoins sugar cane lands occupied by members of Queensland Cane Agriculture and Renewables who may apply for such a permit, of the making of the application for a permit.

Any objections relating to applications should be made to the assigned area fire warden. This notification covers all applications being made by members of Queensland Cane Agriculture and Renewables within the Burdekin district for the 2024 sugarcane harvest season for the period June 2024 to December 2024.

ANNIVERSARIES

ACROSS

1 Mosque tower (7)

5 Archipelagic state (8)

9 Female server (8)

13 Returned to natural state (9)

14 Large printed picture (6)

16 Court of justice (8)

17 Great (7)

18 Power (8)

19 Rudolph is one (8)

20 University residence (9)

25 Cosmos (8)

26 Intended (6)

27 Abnormal (8)

28 Gauge (7)

30 Boring (7)

33 Used to operate a device from a distance (6,7)

37 Underground cemetery (8)

41 Person who controls a specific network (5)

42 Landlocked country (11)

43 Belief system (5)

44 With affection (8)

47 Illegitimate legal proceedings (8,5)

50 Gin-based cocktail (7)

53 Idea (7)

56 Try out (8)

57 Sharp (6)

59 Malicious intimation (8)

60 Independent journalism (4,5)

65 Assortment (5,3)

66 Elation (8)

67 Style of handwriting (7)

68 Send off (8)

69 Infrequently (6)

72 Sing (9)

73 A single bead of liquid from the eye (8)

74 Person who is deliberately destructive (8)

75 Dictatorship (7)

DOWN

1 Mythical fish-tailed creature (7)

2 Atomic (7)

3 Pasta envelopes filled with meat or vegetables (7)

4 Underwater missile (7)

5 The quality of being unassuming about one’s abilities (7)

6 Pair (3)

7 Screen (3)

8 Additional fee (9)

9 Not easily affected by moisture (5-9)

10 Begins (9)

11 There and back (5,4)

12 Of a triangle unequal on all sides (7)

14 Scent (7)

15 Eyewear (coll) (7)

21 Swine sound (5)

22 Lack of foresight (6)

23 Ingredient common to gazpacho, minestrone and ratatouille (6)

24 Circle (4)

29 Brunch item (7)

31 Land surrounded by water (6)

32 Contradiction (6)

34 Keen (5)

35 Quintessence (7)

36 Small marine mammal (5)

38 Rousing song (6)

39 Burial container (6)

40 Something that can be used to gain an advantage in a deal (10,4)

45 Tease (6)

46 One who prepares text for publication (6)

48 Equitable (4)

49 Stud (4)

51 Cayenne (3,6)

52 Egg-hatching apparatus (9)

53 Agreement (9)

54 Secured with a belt (7)

55 Plan (7)

58 Style of cooking (7)

60 Quill (7)

61 Citation from a larger work (7)

ACROSS

1 Mosque tower (7)

62 Sitting room (7)

5 Archipelagic state (8)

12 Of a triangle unequal on all sides (7)

14 Scent (7)

15 Eyewear (coll) (7)

63 Instalment (7)

9 Female server (8)

64 Landscape (7)

13 Returned to natural state (9)

sudoku

21 Swine sound (5)

22 Lack of foresight (6)

14 Large printed picture (6)

16 Court of justice (8)

70 Room where science experiments are undertaken (3)

17 Great (7)

18 Power (8)

71 Elect (3)

19 Rudolph is one (8)

20 University residence (9)

25 Cosmos (8)

26 Intended (6)

27 Abnormal (8)

28 Gauge (7)

30 Boring (7)

33 Used to operate a device from a distance (6,7)

37 Underground cemetery (8)

41 Person who controls a specific network (5)

42 Landlocked country (11)

43 Belief system (5)

44 With affection (8)

47 Illegitimate legal proceedings (8,5)

50 Gin-based cocktail (7)

53 Idea (7)

56 Try out (8)

57 Sharp (6)

59 Malicious intimation (8)

60 Independent journalism (4,5)

65 Assortment (5,3)

66 Elation (8)

67 Style of handwriting (7)

68 Send off (8)

69 Infrequently (6)

72 Sing (9)

73 A single bead of liquid from the eye (8)

74 Person who is deliberately destructive (8)

75 Dictatorship (7) DOWN

1 Mythical fish-tailed

23 Ingredient common to gazpacho, minestrone and ratatouille (6)

24 Circle (4)

29 Brunch item (7)

31 Land surrounded by water (6)

32 Contradiction (6)

34 Keen (5)

35 Quintessence (7)

36 Small marine mammal (5)

38 Rousing song (6)

39 Burial container (6)

To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every number from 1 to 9 must appear in: each of the nine vertical columns, each of the nine horizontal rows and each of the nine 3 x 3 boxes. Remember no number can occur more than once in any row, column or box.

40 Something that can be used to gain an advantage in a deal (10,4)

45 Tease (6)

46 One who prepares text for publication (6)

48 Equitable (4)

49 Stud (4)

51 Cayenne (3,6)

52 Egg-hatching apparatus (9)

53 Agreement (9)

54 Secured with a belt (7)

55 Plan (7)

58 Style of cooking (7)

60 Quill (7)

61 Citation from a larger work (7)

62 Sitting room (7)

63 Instalment (7)

64 Landscape (7)

70 Room where science experiments are undertaken (3) 71 Elect (3)

codeword

Each number corresponds to a letter of the alphabet. Two have been filled in for you, can you work out the rest?

wordfill

3 LETTERS ADD ALL ASH ATE COD CUP DEN EGO ERA ERR EVE EYE HUM MEN MOP ONE OVA SEA SKI SPY TOO TOT USE WAD

word search

GILI ISLANDS

GUNUNG RINJANI

No. 177 F E L N Y TV R E

4 LETTERS AEON APES AWAY BABE BAWL BEEN CYST DART HOSE INNS OATH ONES SCUM SHES

5 LETTERS AISLE ALIKE ALONE AMASS AMBOS

ANGER ARISE AROMA ARROW BALMY BARES BEAMS BLASE CARVE DAUNT EATEN ENSUE EVENT GRUEL IOTAS MESSY MOTOR OLIVE OUSTS PERIL

9-letter

RISEN ROACH ROARS SANDY SCENE SCENT SEEPS SERUM SHEEN SHEET SMITH SNOOP STAND STUDY SWEPT SWOOP TESTY TIRES UDDER VISIT

WAVES WEAVE WORST WROTE YESES

6 LETTERS EDDIES ODDEST SENSES TETHER

7 LETTERS BAGGAGE GUESTED MOTTOES NURTURE ORDAINS PRESENT

Using the nine letters in the grid, how many words of four letters or more can you list? The centre letter must be included and each letter may only be used once. No colloquial or foreign words. No capitalised nouns, apostrophes or plural words ending in “s”.

10 words: Good 15 words: Very good 21 words: Excellent Today’s Aim: No. 227

8 LETTERS GIGANTIC OVERLONG OVERSTEP PATIENCE

SOLUTION

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6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Buckley’s Chance. (2021) 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 12. Manly Sea Eagles v Melbourne Storm. 9.55 Golden Point. 10.40 MOVIE: Survivor. (2015) (M) 12.40 Tipping Point. (PG) 1.35 Pointless. (PG) 2.30 Explore TV. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Postcards. (PG) 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00

6.00 Getaway. 6.30 ACA. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. 12.00 Destination WA. 12.30 My Way. 12.45 The Summit. 3.30 The Lap. 4.30 Garden Gurus. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. 6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Jeopardy! Australia. 8.30 MOVIE: John Wick. (2014) (MA15+) 10.30 MOVIE: Mad Max: Fury Road. (2015) (MA15+) 12.45 The Lap. 1.35 Garden Gurus. 2.00 The Incredible Journey. (PG) 2.30 Getaway. (PG) 3.00 TV Shop. 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop. 5.30 Helping Hands. 6.00 Morning Programs. 7.30 Escape Fishing. 8.00

6.00 Hello SA. 6.30 ACA. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Wide World Of Sports. 11.00 NRL Sunday Footy Show. 1.00 Drive TV. 1.30 My Way. 1.45 The Summit. 3.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 12. New Zealand Warriors v Dolphins. 6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 Travel Guides. (PG) 8.00 60 Minutes. 9.00 The Missing Millionairess. (PG) 10.00 9News Late. 10.30 The First 48. (MA15+) 11.25 Transplant. (MA15+)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Speechless. (1994) 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Summit. (PG) 9.00 Paramedics. (M) 10.00 100% Footy. (M) 11.00 9News Late. 11.30 La Brea. (M) 12.15 Tipping Point. (PG) 1.05 Pointless. (PG) 2.00 Hello SA. (PG) 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PG) 4.30 ACA. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 Morning Programs. 8.30 The Yes Experiment. 9.00 Bold. 9.30 Deal Or No Deal. 10.00 GCBC. 10.30 Judge Judy. 11.00 Dr Phil. 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Ent. Tonight. 1.10 Judge Judy. 1.40 MasterChef Aust. 3.00 GCBC. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon.

10’s Late News. 11.30 The Project. 12.30 Stephen Colbert. 1.30 Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning. 6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 News. 1.00 After The Party. 2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Further Back In Time For Dinner. 3.55 Long Lost Family. 4.40 Grand Designs. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Tony Armstrong’s Extra-Ordinary Things. 9.00 Secret Science. 9.30 David Stratton’s Stories Of Australian Cinema. 10.30 News. 10.45 The Business. 11.05 Four Corners. 11.50 Q+A. 12.55 Media Watch. 1.15 Grand Designs. 2.00 Long Lost Family. 2.50 Rage. 4.30 Landline. 5.00 Art Works. 5.30 7.30.

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Four Corners. 10.45 Q+A. 12.00 News. 12.30 Press Club. 1.35 Media Watch. 2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Back In Time For The Corner Shop. 3.55 Long Lost Family. 4.40 Grand Designs. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG) 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) 8.30 Gruen. 9.05 Blak Ball. 9.35 QI. (PG) 10.05 Planet America. 10.40 News. 10.55 The Business. 11.10 The Luminaries. (M) 12.05 Superwog. (MA15+) 12.25 Grand Designs. 1.15 Long Lost Family. 2.00 Rage. 4.30 Landline. 5.00 Art Works. 5.30 7.30.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Aust Story. 10.30 Compass. 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. 12.00 News. 1.00 Secret Science. 1.30 Stuff The British Stole. 2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Back In Time For The Corner Shop.

6.00 WorldWatch. 11.05 First Australians. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Land Wars. 3.00 Living Black. 3.30 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Secrets Of Our Cities. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline. 10.05 SBS News. 10.35 Living Black. 11.05 Lost Luggage. 1.10 Dark Woods. 3.50 Fantastical Factory Of Curious Craft. 4.45 Bamay. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 WorldWatch. 10.35 Outta Town Adventures. 11.05 First Australians. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Dateline. 2.30 Insight. 3.30 No Distance Between Us. 3.40 The Cook Up. 4.10 Secrets Of Our Cities. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Alone Australia. 8.30 Alone Australia. 9.30 This Town. 10.40 SBS News. 11.10 Don’t Leave Me. 1.10 Stella Blomkvist. 3.45 Fantastical Factory Of Curious Craft. 4.40 Bamay. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

3.55 Long Lost Family. 4.45 Grand Designs. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Restoration Australia. 9.00 Grand Designs. 9.50 Antiques Roadshow. 10.50 News. 11.05 The Business. 11.20 QI. 11.55 Talking Heads. 12.25 Grand Designs. 1.15 Long Lost Family. 2.00 Rage. 4.30 Landline. 5.00 Art Works. 5.30 7.30. 6.00 WorldWatch. 10.05 Outta Town Adventures. 10.35 Outta Town Adventures. 11.05 First Australians. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Alone Australia. 3.00 Mastermind Aust. 3.30 The Cook Up. 4.00 Secrets Of Our Cities. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 DNA Family Secrets. 8.40 Our Law. 9.50 The Responder. 10.50 The Responder. 11.50 Wonders Of Scotland. 12.20 The Spectacular. 4.15 Peer To Peer. 4.40 Bamay. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.30 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam. (PG) 2.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Dream Home. (PG) 8.35 The Good Doctor. (M) Shaun and Lea adjust to parenthood. 9.35 Ambulance: Code Red. (M) 10.35 The Latest: Seven News. 11.05 Born To Kill? (MA15+) 12.05 MOVIE: Dying On The Edge. (2001) (M) 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.30 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam. 2.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PG) 8.30 The Front Bar. (M) 9.30 Unbelievable Moments Caught On Camera. (PG) 10.30 The Latest: Seven News. 11.00 Talking Footy. 12.00 Dracula. (MA15+) 1.00 Travel Oz. (PG) 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: Missing At 17. (2013) 2.00 Business Builders. 2.30 Border Security: America’s Front Line. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. (PG) 8.30 Crime Investigation Australia. (MA15+) 9.55 Border Security: Int. (PG) 11.00 HMP: Behind Bars. (MA15+) 12.30 Boy To Man. 1.30 The Goldbergs. 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Summit. 1.30 Getaway. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 The Summit. 8.45 Clarkson’s Farm. (M) 9.45 To Be Advised. 10.45 9News Late. 11.15 Chicago Med. (MA15+) 12.05 Tipping Point. (PG) 1.00 Pointless. (PG) 2.00 Innovation Nation. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. 4.30 ACA. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 Everyday Gourmet. 6.30 My Market

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Summit. 1.15 My Way. 1.30 Great Australian Detour Snow. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 The Summit. 8.45 Ski Rescue Downunder. (M) 9.45 9News Late. 10.15 See No Evil. 11.15 The Equalizer. 12.00 Tipping Point. 12.55 Pointless.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 The Summit. 1.15 Explore. 1.30 Great Australian Detour Snow. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 5.00 Tipping Point Australia. 6.00 9News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 13. Parramatta Eels v Cronulla Sharks. 9.45 Thursday Night Knock Off. 10.30

7.30pm Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

8.30 Movie: A Time To Kill. (1996) (M, R) Samuel L. Jackson, Matthew McConaughey, Sandra Bullock.

10.55 Movie: The Informant! (2009) (M, R) Matt Damon, Scott Bakula, Tony Hale.

12.40am Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

1.40 QI. (PG, R)

7.30pm Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

8.00 QI. (M, R)

8.30 Live At The Apollo. (M)

9.20 Whose Line Is It Anyway? (PG, R)

10.00 MythBusters. (PG, R)

10.50 Portlandia. (PG, R)

11.35 The Witchfinder. (M, R)

12.35am Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (M, R)

7.30pm Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

8.00

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 The Yorkshire Steam Railway: All Aboard. (PG)

8.30 Escape To The Country. (R)

12.30 Australia’s Best Backyards. (R) 1.00 This Rugged Coast. (R)

2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)

6.00pm Heathrow. (PG, R)

6.30 Bondi Vet. (PG)

7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R)

8.30 Escape To The Country. (R)

11.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R)

12.30 Escape To The Country. (R)

5.35pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.35 Greatest Escapes To The Country. (R)

7.20 The Vicar Of Dibley. (PG, R)

8.30 Endeavour. (M, R)

10.30 Hornby: A Model Empire. (PG)

R)

11.30 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

7.30pm Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

8.30 MythBusters. (PG)

9.20 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. (PG)

10.05 Louis Theroux’s Forbidden America. (M, R)

11.05 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

12.05am QI. (M, R)

12.35 Whose Line Is It Anyway? (PG, R)

1.20 Preppers. (M, R)

7.30pm Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

8.30 Movie: Entourage. (2015) (MA15+, R) Adrian Grenier, Kevin Connolly, Jerry Ferrara.

10.15 The Witchfinder. (M, R)

11.15 Portlandia. (PG, R)

11.55 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

12.55am Movie: A Time To Kill. (1996) (M, R) Samuel L. Jackson.

7.30pm Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

8.30 Miniseries: Time. (M, R)

9.40 Wreck. (M, R)

11.10 Louis Theroux

Interviews... (M, R)

11.55 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

12.55am Whose Line Is It

Anyway? (PG, R)

1.40 Movie: Bram Stoker’s Dracula. (1992) (MA15+, R)

7.30pm Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

8.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

9.00 Gruen. (R)

9.35 Tomorrow Tonight. (PG, R)

10.10 Whose Line Is It Anyway? (M, R)

10.55 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R) 11.55 Live At The Apollo. (M, R)

5.30pm American Pickers. (PG, R)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 AFL: Friday Night Countdown. 8.00 Football. AFL. Round 11. Fremantle (Walyalup) v Collingwood. 11.00 AFL Post-Game Show. 11.45 Armchair Experts. (M)

6.00pm Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.00 AFL Pre-Game Show.

7.30 Football. AFL. Round 11. Richmond v Essendon.

10.30 AFL Post-Game Show.

11.00 Movie: Resident Evil: Welcome To Raccoon City. (2021) (MA15+)

6.00pm Border Security: International. (PG, R)

6.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R)

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)

8.30 Movie: RED. (2010) (M, R)

11.30 The Vicar Of Dibley. (PG, R)

12.40 Escape To The Perfect Town. (PG, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Doc Martin. (PG, R)

8.30 Foyle’s War. (M, R)

10.40 Railroad Australia: Cockatoo Run. (PG, R)

11.40 Doc Martin. (PG, R)

12.40 Foyle’s War. (M, R)

5.30pm The Travelling Auctioneers. (R)

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (PG, R)

7.30 Take Me Home. (PG)

8.30 Movie: Tina. (2021) (M, R) Tina Turner. 11.00 Movie: Collateral Beauty. (2016) (M, R)

1.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. (PG, R)

1.30 Movie: Every Home Should Have One. (1970) (M, R)

3.45pm Movie: The Alamo. (1960) (PG, R)

7.00 Rugby Union. Super Rugby Pacific. Round 14. Queensland Reds v Western Force.

9.30 Super Rugby Pacific Post-Match.

9.45 Movie: Be Cool. (2005) (M, R)

12.10 The First 48. (M, R)

1.10 Movie: Lust For A Vampire. (1971) (MA15+, R)

4.15pm Movie: Follow That Dream. (1962) (G, R)

6.30 French Open Tennis Pre-Show.

7.00 Tennis. French Open. Day 1.

12.00 Tennis. French Open. Day 1 Late.

10.50 Movie: Gunpowder Milkshake. (2021) (MA15+, R) 1.15 Blokesworld. (PG, R)

5.30pm American Pickers. (PG, R)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Outback Opal Hunters. (PG, R) 8.30 Gem Hunters Down Under. (PG, R) 9.30 Appalachian Outlaws. (M) 10.30 Frozen Gold. (PG) 11.30 Mountain Men. (PG) 12.30 American Restoration. (PG, R)

5.30pm Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 French Open Tennis Pre-Show.

7.00 Tennis. French Open. Day 2. 12.00 Tennis. French Open. Day 2 Late.

4.30pm Soccer. Global Football Week. Newcastle United v A-League All-Stars Men. 7.30 Soccer. Global Football Week. Arsenal Women v A-League AllStars Women. 10.30 Bull. (M, R) 11.25 NCIS. (M, R) 12.20 CSI: Vegas. (MA15+, R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R)

6.30 JAG. (PG, R)

7.30 NCIS. (M, R)

10.20 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M, R)

12.15 FBI. (M, R)

1.10 FBI: International. (M, R)

6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R)

6.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 8.30 Two And A Half Men. (PG, R) 10.00 Impractical Jokers. (PG)

10.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG, R) 11.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 1.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG, R)

6.00pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

6.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

10.30 Two And A Half Men. (M, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

5.45pm The Curse Of Oak Island. (PG, R)

6.35 Jeopardy! (R)

7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R)

8.25 Travel Man: Salzburg – Roisin Conaty. (PG, R) 8.55 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 19. 1.35 QAnon: The Search For Q. (MA15+, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Call The Midwife. (M, R)

8.30 A Touch Of Frost. (PG, R)

10.50 The Yorkshire Steam Railway: All Aboard. (PG, R)

11.50 Bargain Hunt. (R)

1.00 Call The Midwife. (M, R) 2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Heartbeat. (PG, R)

8.45 Judge John Deed. (M, R)

10.45 Air Crash Investigations: Peril Over Portugal. (PG, R)

11.45 Bargain Hunt. (R)

1.00 Judge John Deed. (M, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Father Brown. (M, R)

8.30 Shetland. (M, R)

11.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (M, R)

12.00 Father Brown. (M, R)

1.00 Bargain Hunt. (R)

2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)

5.30pm American Pickers. (PG, R)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Outback Truckers. (M, R) 8.30 Outback Outlaw Comedian. (MA15+) 9.00 Family Guy. (M)

10.00 American Dad! (M)

11.30 Duck Dynasty. (PG)

12.30 American Restoration. (PG, R) 1.00 American Pickers. (PG, R)

5.30pm American Pickers. (PG, R)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG, R)

8.30 The Force: Behind The Line. (PG, R) 9.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. (M, R)

10.30 Police Code Zero: Officer Under Attack. (M)

5.30pm American Pickers. (PG, R) 6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.00 Football. AFL. Round 12. Port Adelaide v Carlton. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show.

11.00 Movie: Underworld: Awakening. (2012) (MA15+, R) 12.45 American Restoration. (PG, R)

5.30pm Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 French Open Tennis Pre-Show.

7.00 Tennis. French Open. Day 3.

12.00 Tennis. French Open. Day 3 Late.

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R)

6.30 JAG. (PG, R)

7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 11.15 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M, R) 1.10 FBI: International. (M, R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 JAG. (PG, R) 7.30 Bull. (PG, R) 8.30 NCIS. (M, R)

10.20 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M, R) 11.15 Evil. (MA15+, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R)

6.30 JAG. (PG, R) 7.30 Bull. (M, R) 8.30 NCIS. (M, R) 9.25 FBI. (M, R) 11.15 48 Hours. (M, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R)

5.30pm Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 French Open Tennis Pre-Show.

7.00 Tennis. French Open. Day 4. 12.00 Tennis. French Open. Day 4 Late.

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R)

6.30 JAG. (PG, R)

7.30 Bull. (M, R)

8.30 NCIS. (M, R)

9.30 Hawaii Five-0. (M, R) 10.30 Matildas Preview Show.

11.00 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M, R)

12.50 Home Shopping. (R)

5.30pm Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.30 French Open Tennis Pre-Show. 7.00 Tennis. French Open. Day 5. 12.00 Tennis. French Open. Day 5 Late.

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R)

6.30 JAG. (PG, R)

7.30 Bull. (M, R)

8.25 NCIS. (M, R)

9.20 NCIS: New Orleans. (M, R)

10.15 Evil. (MA15+, R)

11.25 Diagnosis Murder. (M, R) 12 .20 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

6.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

8.30 Two And A Half Men. (PG, R) 10.00 South Park. (MA15+, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

1.30 Impractical Jokers. (PG, R)

6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R)

6.30 Neighbours. (PG, R)

7.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

8.30 Two And A Half Men. (M, R)

10.00 The Neighborhood. (PG)

11.00 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 1.30 Impractical Jokers. (M, R)

6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R)

6.30 Neighbours. (PG, R)

7.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 8.30 Two And A Half Men. (M, R)

10.00 Impractical Jokers. (PG)

10.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG, R)

11.00 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R)

6.30 Neighbours. (PG, R)

7.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

8.30 Two And A Half Men. (PG, R) 10.00 Impractical Jokers. (PG)

10.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG, R)

11.00 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R)

6.30 Neighbours. (PG, R)

7.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

8.30 Two And A Half Men. (PG, R) 10.00 Impractical Jokers. (M)

10.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG, R) 11.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

6.40 The Food That Built The World: A Dish Best Served... Soft. (PG)

7.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 20. 1.35 The X-Files. (M, R)

1.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG, R) 5.50pm The Food That Built The World: Do Or Donut.

5.25pm Alone Denmark. (M)

6.35 Abandoned Engineering: The World’s Strangest Disaster Zones Pt 2. (PG)

8.25 Women Who Rock. (M, R)

10.30 Travel Man. (M, R)

11.10 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 21.

5.50pm The Curse Of Oak Island Specials. (PG, R)

6.40 Jeopardy! (R)

7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Taskmaster. (M, R) 9.25 Freddie Mercury Auction Special. (PG, R) 10.15 Alone Australia. (M, R)

11.15 Over The Black Dot. (R)

12.05 Scrubs. (M, R)

5.50pm The Curse Of Oak Island. (PG, R)

6.40 Jeopardy! (R)

7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Our Guy In Colombia.

10.25 QAnon: The Cult Of Conspiracy. (MA15+, R)

11.25 Das Boot. (M, R)

1.20 Rites Of Passage. (M, R)

5.50pm The Curse Of Oak Island. (PG, R)

6.40 Jeopardy! (R)

7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Movie: Valerian And The City Of A Thousand Planets. (2017) (M, R) Dane DeHaan, Cara Delevingne. 11.00 I Get Knocked Down. (M)

12.40 PEN15. (M, R)

1.45 True Believers. (M, R)

5.55pm The Curse Of Oak Island. (PG, R)

6.40 Jeopardy! (R)

7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R)

8.30 Lost Gold Of The Aztecs. (PG)

9.20 The Orville. (M, R)

12.55 Sex & Music: From Pills To Thrills. (MA15+, R) 1.55 Dark Side Of The Ring. (MA15+, R)

Navigating Queensland’s Rental Market Top Tips for Tenants

In the ever-competitive Queensland rental market, tenants are often finding it challenging to secure and maintain a suitable home. With vacancy rates remaining low across the state, here are some top tips for renters to stand out and succeed.

Prepare Thoroughly Before Applying

Before you start your search, gather all

necessary documentation. This includes proof of income, references from previous landlords, and identification. Having these ready can speed up the application process and demonstrate your reliability to potential landlords.

Understand Your Budget

Know what you can afford. This means not only considering the monthly rent but also factoring in additional costs such as utilities, internet, and any commuting expenses. Overextending your budget can lead to financial stress, so it’s crucial to stay within your means.

Act Quickly

In hot markets, desirable properties can be snapped up within days or even hours. Monitor listings frequently and be ready to inspect properties and submit applications promptly. Set up alerts on property websites to get notifications of new listings that meet

your criteria.

Know Your Rights and Responsibilities

Familiarise yourself with the Queensland rental laws. The Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA) provides resources on tenants’ rights and responsibilities, including information on bond lodgement, rental increases, and maintenance requests. Understanding these can help you navigate disputes and protect your interests.

Be Flexible

While it’s essential to have a list of musthaves, being flexible with your criteria can increase your chances of finding a suitable property. Consider expanding your search to include nearby suburbs or different types of properties.

Build a Good

Relationship with Your Landlord

Once you’ve secured a rental, maintain a positive relationship with your landlord or property manager. Promptly report any maintenance issues and communicate openly about any concerns. A good rapport can lead to smoother tenancy and potential lease renewals.

Navigating the rental market in Queensland can be daunting, but with preparation, flexibility, and a proactive approach, you can increase your chances of securing a home that meets your needs.

DAY FOR DOLLY

On Friday 10th of May 2024 our office wore blue in support of Dolly’s Dream. We held a raffle & lunch were all money raised was donated to Dolly’s Dream foundation which raises awareness for bullying & suicide awareness. If you wish to donate to this cause or would like to know more about Dolly’s Story, please see the link below. www.dollysdream.org.au

Burdekin Clay Target Club

May Monthly Shoot Results

CLAY SHOOTING

continued from back cover

Event 1: 30 Target Double Barrel 15m

AA Grade 1st Ray Collinson & Joe Caruso 30/30, 3rd Glen Rea & Aaron Lemphers 29/30

A Grade 1st Ron Clive, Greg Maltby & Tony Caruso 30/30

B Grade 1st John Kinnimonth 30/30 2nd

Peter Wade 29/30, 3rd Mick Populin 28/30

C Grade 1st Isaac Sebastiani 26/30, 2nd

Brian Bonanno & John Calligaro 25/30

Event 2: 30 Target Pointscore 15m

AA Grade 1st Joe Caruso 85/90

A Grade 1st Greg Maltby 90/90

B Grade 1st Mick Populin 83/90

C Grade 1st Rob Ness 81/90

Event 3: 30 Target Single Barrel 15m,

Sponsored by Raine & Horne

AA Grade 1st Ray Collinson 30/32

A Grade 1st Tony Caruso 30/30

B Grade Sylvia Rossato 34/37

C Grade 1st Brian Bonanno 25/33

Event 4: 30 Target Double Barrel Handicap

OPEN 1st Bruce McBow 34/35

2nd Rob Ness 33/35

3rd Aaron Lemphers 32/34

Dal Ponte Electrical High Gun

AA Grade 1st Ray Collinson 168/180

A Grade 1st Greg Maltby 176/180

B Grade 1st John Kinnimonth 172/190

C Grade 1st Rob Ness 154/180

Contributed by Sylvia Rossato

Plantation parkrun RUNNING

On Saturday, May 18, 22 people ran, jogged and walked the Plantation parkrun course, of whom four were first timers and another four recorded new Personal Bests.

The event was made possible by volunteers Terry Brennan, Ronda Downs, Rhonda Martin, Flo De Brueys, Stephen Hervey, Harper Anderson and Steve Crouther.

Visit the the Plantation parkrun Results Page for the full results and a complete event history.

Photos supplied: Plantation parkrun

Event 2 winners Joe Caruso, Greg Maltby, Mick Populin and Rob Ness

Event 3 winners Ray Collinson, Sylvia Rossato, Tony Caruso and Brian Bonanno

Event 4 winners Bruce McBow, Rob Ness and Aaron Lemphers Photos supplied

Walton Awarded Wild Card Before Making Top 100 Debut

One of Australian tennis’ rising stars and Home Hill Tennis Association alumni is competing in Paris after being awarded a main-draw singles wildcard into Roland Garros.

The announcement came before Adam made his top-100 debut in the latest ATP Tour singles rankings after winning an ATP Challenger title in Chinese Taipei, rising 16 places to a career-high world number 95.

The 25-year-old from Home Hill has tallied 32 match wins and contested four ATP Challenger finals so far in 2024, boosting his ranking up more than 70 places since the start of the year.

The in-form young gun has won 14 of his past 18 matches and can’t wait to compete at Roland Garros for the first time.

“This will be my first time at Roland Garros and I’m incredibly thankful for the opportunity to play main draw,” he said.

Adam’s season highlights include scoring two top-100 victories to qualify at an ATP 250 tournament in Adelaide and making his ATP Masters 1000 main-draw debut at Miami

as a qualifier.

He was awarded a main-draw singles wildcards alongside former world No.32 and three-time Grand Slam singles quarterfinalist Ajla Tomljanovic and is set to compete alongside fellow Aussies Alex de Minaur, Jordan Thompson, Alexei Popyrin, Chris O’Connell, Aleksandar Vukic, Rinky Hijikata, Max Purcell and Thanasi Kokkinakis.

The Roland Garros 2024 qualifying competition began on May 20, with main-draw action commencing from May 26.

Ayr Bowling Club News

As the week finished on another week of friendly competition, the greens of Ayr Bowling Club bore witness to remarkable displays of precision and strategy, captivating both seasoned players and newcomers alike with the joy of the games.

Monday May 13 saw a competition B Grade Singles. Robyn McAllister def Ruth Moore. Heather Jorgensen def Raylene Hervey. Final to be played between Robyn McAllister and Heather Jorgensen (Marker Sandra Stidston). Good Luck!

Ayr Ladies Social Bowls was held on Tuesday May 14. It was a good afternoon with 16 players. Karen Shepherd, Lyn Storrie, Linda Guimelli and Irene Wilson def Katharina Stuckler, Merle Nixon, Sandra Stidston and Betty Schultz. Isabel Cislowski, Elaine Young, Mary Poli and Pam Power def Meryl Smith, Raylene Hervey, Beryl Cornford and Heather Jorgensen. There was a wonderful afternoon tea supplied by Linda Guimelli celebrating her birthday. Competition Thursday May 16. Open Pairs - Joy Comollatti and Irene Wilson def Beryl Cornford and Pam Power.

On Wednesday May 15, the spirit of camaraderie and friendly competition flourished as the weekly social bowls event was held. There were four games of Triples. Winners were Jimmy Murray, George Nixon and Anthony Bull defeating John Pir-

Table Bowl Notes

Round 2 week 2- 16/05:

Nat II v Cougars at the National 10-0

Ants v Bombers at the Queens 8-2

Falcons v Nat I at the Anzac 8-2 Crushers had the bye 10 points

Points: Nat II - 71, Crushers - 67, Falcons - 58,

Ants/Nat I - 48, Cougars - 41 and Bombers 27

Games for Thursday 23/05:

Ants v Crushers at Anzac, Cougars v Falcons at Ayr, Bombers v Nat II at Queens and Nat I have the bye

Contributed by Kerry Davison

Brandon Bowls

Agreat night was had at Brandon Bowls club trophy night proudly sponsored by BQC Quarry.

We had a fantastic number once again and thanks to all those who turned up.

Thanks to Garry Pearce who was under the pump to get everyone in a team and on the green.

Thanks to Heather Jorgenson and her group of ladies in the kitchen preparing smoko for the end the evening.

rone, Barry Shepherd and Arthur Gauvin. During the evening, the mixed social bowls was a good night with Robyn McAllister and Lloyd Shepherd the winners on the night.

Saturday saw four games of triples. With Bob Young, Linda Guimelli and Chris Olditch coming out the winners. It was a fantastic afternoon of friendship and friendly rivalry.

Upcoming Championship games – Sunday May 26 – Championship Pairs – C. Pearce/G.Pearce v D. Poli/M. Milan (pending NQ Singles). B Grade Singles – J. Hall v J. Pirrone (marker – V. Beitia).

Congratulations to our three Country Pennants’ teams who competed on Sunday, representing Ayr Bowling Club hosted by Brandon Bowling Club. Great job to Bowen for winning the day. The Club had some new representatives bowling for the first time in competition.

Open Canefire Fours will be held on Saturday June 22 and Sunday June 23. $360 per team includes lunch and afternoon tea each day. Prize money – 1st $2000; 2nd $1000 and 3rd $500. To nominate your team please email ayrbowlingclubinc@ gmail.com. Nominations close Friday June 14.

Contributed by Anthony Bull

Thanks to old mate Peter Jorgenson working tirelessly behind the bar providing us with refreshments.

And how could I forget our onsite sausage cooker Leny Feeney.

Great job once again Winners for the

BOWLS

evening: Dave Bycroft, Kim Harding, Margaret McLaughlin and Ross McLaughlin. Runners up L Wilson, E Florreduz, R Brown and N Storrie.

Prize for the overall loser J Zanella, J Zanella, T Battalgra and R Pancho.

Contributed by Lloyd Shepherd

Ayr Junior Golf

Swerve gift vouchers were hotly contested last Saturday as the Ayr Juniors took part in the Swerve Sponsored day. We would like to thank Kylie and her Swerve family for their continued support for our Junior golfers.

In the 3 hole competition, Heath Smart was the gross winner with a great score of 27, and closely behind was Jacob Munro, who took out the Nett prize. In the 6 hole

competition, Kyle Wilkie was the gross winner with 46 shots, and Logan McKeough was the Nett winner this week. In 9 holes, the girls took the honours, with Amaya Mahoney winning gross with 43 shots, and Gabby Cahill took out the Nett. Thank you once again to all players, and to Swerve. See you all next Saturday morning for our next junior competition.

Contributed by Laura Mahoney

Anzac Falcons

Former Home Hill tennis player was awarded main-draw singles wildcards into Roland Garros. Photo supplied

Ayr junior golfers. Photo supplied

GOLF

Brandon Bowls club trophy night winners. Photo supplied

BOWLS

Football Matters with Cyclops

FOOTBALL

Last weekend the Burdekin Panthers had just three games. On Friday the Division 1 met Ingham in Townsville and lost 0-4. On Sunday the Premiers and Under 23s were both away to Brothers with the Under 23s winning 3-0 and the Premiers doing very well to draw 1-1. This weekend the Funkies are away to SES in Townsville on Friday night and the Premiers, Under 23s and Ladies are all at home to Warriors on Saturday.

The Ayr Anzac Club Premiers having played Brothers twice this year already, with a win and a loss, knew that this game was going to be a close one. Both teams settled into the game well and had decent patches of possession with neither goalkeeper having to do much. With five minutes to go in the first half, Brothers scored to lead 1-0 at half time. The Panthers were determined to cut down on some of their errors and push for an equaliser in the second half, having the better of the chances. As the game started to get physical, Burdekin lifted another level but to no avail. With a last-ditch effort from a corner, Jaidyn Lambie-Fabbro went up for a header and was fouled in the box giving Burdekin a penalty. Matthew Kolb stepped up with nerves of steel to make it 1-1 with the last kick of the game. A well-deserved point on the road as the Panthers look ahead to two home games.

The Burdekin Tyre Service Under 23s travelled to Brothers with another changed squad due to injury and illness but still a capable side on paper. The Panthers opened the scoring in the 42nd minute when a ball was won at halfway and a good through pass played for Elliot Dal Santo to split the defence and score a good one on one goal. A lead preserved to half time that was certainly against the run of play. The second half started with a wounded Brothers side that came out from the break with some very good passing and movement, but again the Panthers defence was

resolute and just kept stopping the attack. Burdekin’s second goal came from a good move involving Ryan Taylor and Jhett Jones with Dal Santo scoring his second goal and his third, and hat trick, came five minutes from a set piece.

The Austral Masonry Funkies travelled to Townsville to play Ingham on Friday night. Burdekin spent the first ten minutes pinned in their own half as Ingham moved the ball around quickly. Ingham then opened the scoring and doubled their lead after 23 minutes when they were first to a loose ball after a corner. Ingham scored their third almost straight from the kickoff, two minutes later. Burdekin did manage to have some good possession for the rest of the half but couldn’t muster any meaningful attempts on goal. The second half was more even with both teams having periods of control. Unfortunately, Ingham extended their lead in the 68th minute. Burdekin managed to get a few balls in behind the Ingham defence but couldn’t finish any of the chances off. The final score was 4-0 to Ingham. Burdekin play SES in Townsville next Friday night.

Visit www.burdekinlife.com or the Burdekin FC Facebook page for the full report.

ROOSTERS REPORT ROUND 7 PREVIEW

After a bye for all three grades last weekend, the Roosters and Hens will be back on the paddock on Saturday playing Centrals in three grades at Rugby Park.

The Tigers come to Ayr just above the Roosters in A grade with one win, three losses and two byes to the Roosters one win, four losses and one bye.

Last Saturday, the Tigers were well beaten by the high flying Souths at the sports reserve 64 – 16.

In comparison, the Roosters have met Souths twice in the draw going down on both occasions 40 – 22 in Townsville and 46 – 20 at home.

On both occasions, the Roosters have held handy leads only to be run down twice.

Coach Steve Lansley said his team is not concentrating enough on the task at hand and that is why the drop off.

“We know we can do it as we did against Brothers, pay attention for the 80 minutes and the game is ours,” the coach said.

Lansley is looking at putting out the smallest half combination in the league with Rhett Williams going to half and Hayde Munro to five eight.

Hayde was one of the better players in the Towers and I have watched Rhett and I think he could give good service as he has a good pass, is fairly quick and defends well.

This week will see the return of Hayden Lammon after six weeks suspension.

The coach saw Lammon play Brothers in Airlie Beach and was impressed with him at both centre and in the forwards.

The coach has to wait on the allocation of Hawks and Cowboys players before he can name his team.

Chris Perry from the Reserves will also be seeing who he has from A Grade this week in an important match with the Tigers.

Centrals have been the high flyers in this grade this year but were belted by Souths in Townsville 42 – 6 last Saturday.

They come to Ayr with four wins, a loss and a bye to meet the Roosters with three wins, a draw, a loss and a bye.

The Roosters beat Souths in Townsville 26 – 24.

Mark Cervoni should be back this week from injury, and he adds plenty to the pack while Jerome Lacco will stop anybody near him.

Brody Horan, Kyle Ferguson, John Zaro, Beau Crowdey, Jared Thorley, Dom Arrate and Wassime Nauwali are all players who could turn the tide.

On top of that, Riley Horan could be back in the centres and he is a match winner.

Perry will also want to have another look at Paul Bunyungun who looked good in the Towers.

The Hens will have a top of the table clash with Centrals who come to Ayr having won three from three with three byes thrown in as well.

Their three wins have been a 74 nil romp over Norths, 20 – 12 over Brothers and 18 – 16 over Western Lions.

They have a fairly big side with some experienced players.

The Hens, under experienced Australian Touch coach Anita Hagarty, are letting the ball do the work and as a result have scored a 60 – 6 win over the Miners and a 40 – 10 win over Brothers.

Their only loss coupled with three byes has been the first game with Western Lions when they went down 44 – 12.

Since then, they have added some extra players with size and ability in Theo Mosby Nona, Anna Mari Bin Awel, Taleisha Bulgarelli, Abby King and Toni Daisy.

If they can get a fair share of the ball then the Monday twins, Stephanie and Martina, with Toni Daisy, Logan Roncato and Kezziah Lammon could score tries.

There will be a short break before the A grade when the Roosters Old Boys will be honoured, especially the 1994 under 19 and reserve grade premiers, the first in the TDRL – flick to page 27 for more.

Contributed

by Brian

Carnes

Matthew Kolb scored a penalty goal with the last kick of the game draw the Premiers match 1-1. Photo supplied

RUGBY LEAGUE

Hayde Munro, Jones Munro and Hayden Lammon in replica jerseys marking the 30th year Burdekin has played competitive football in Townsville as a club side

Hayde Munro, Chris Perry and Jones Munro (great uncle and nephews)

Photos supplied

Burdekin Roosters

Old Boys Day Marks 30 Years In TDRL

Rugby league has been played in the Burdekin area for over 100 years and it has been played in various competitions from club matches in both Ayr and Home Hill, Foley Shield as Ayr and Home Hill and later Burdekin, and finally as clubs Ayr and Home Hill in Townsville.

Then, after a stint in the Burdekin Whitsunday competition, a club called Burdekin finally entered in the Townsville Rugby League later to have district added to the name.

That came about in 1994 making this the 30th year Burdekin has played competitive football in Townsville as a club side.

This Saturday, at the spiritual home of the Burdekin – Rugby Park – those first players in the Townsville league will be honoured at Old Boys day.

Of the three teams accepted as Burdekin by Townsville that year, two of them won premierships with the third beaten in the preliminary final.

The under 18 team came up against Brothers in the grand final and were successful, beating the Brethren by 26 – 6 after they beat Souths in the qualifying semi final 32 – 22.

That team was coached by the legendary Barry Henaway, himself a talented five eight as well as being a North Queensland representative soccer player.

Barrys’ team in the grand final was Anthony Lampton, Evenis Doolah, Chris Matthews, Brad Parravicini, Bobby Tavasci, Clinton Dale, Scott Tsaousis, Kenny Ghee,

Jerffrey Linton, Damien Lynch, Jason Gudge, Paul Horan, Deon Duell, Moses Kudub, Odis Lammon, John Offerman, Andrew Nagle, Daniel Tonion and Brett Catanzaro .

On Saturday, the Roosters A Grade team will wear replica jerseys of the jerseys worn that day.

At the conclusion of Saturday’s A grade match, those jerseys will be auctioned off.

The reserve grade team who defeated Brothers in the grand final 28 – 26 was coached by talented back Billy Heron who had already won a reserve grade grand final in Townsville leading Home Hill to beat Souths in the 1987 final.

Billy’s teams that day was Paul Saltner, Sean Peddersen, Frank Beer, Michael Sartori, Bula Nick, Clinton Pearson, Lenny Heron, Bart Doohasn, Lance Marchant, Beefy Okeefe, Jason Lammon, Lyle Everett, Matt Hedlan, Wesley Heron, Trevor Major, Trent Vernon, Arnold Buffa, Paul Everett, Shane Fayers and Chris Hanlon.

Current reserves coach Chris Perry had arrived back from playing with Wakefield Trinity in England to coach University with the great Kerry Boustead in the Townsville League in the early nineties.

When Burdekin were admitted into Townsville in 1994 it didn’t take much talking to have Chris return to coach the local A grade side.

He took them to the preliminary final only to be beaten by Charters Towers 42 -18.

In 2000, Chris and his A grade Roosters created history by being the first ever Bur-

dekin team to win an A Grade premiership on Townsville soil.

The team Chris had in 1994 was Brad McCarthy, Jarvie Warcon, Peter Horan, Chris Perry, Robert Russo, Simon Leo, Troy Great, Shane Fayers, Robert Palmer, Cha rile Cole, Chris Hanlon, Peter Holmes, Ben Piggott, Barry Henaway, Jason Horan, Lenny Heron and Phil Johansen.

The Roosters have been a strong force in the Townsville League ever since and have won four A grade premierships in 2000, 2001, 2003 and 2015.

They were beaten Grand Finalists in 2011.

During that period, they have won six reserve grade grand finals in 1994, 1995, 1999, 2007, 2010 and 2012 and beaten in 2000, 2001 and 2022.

The under 18/19 grade has won two in 1994 and 2001 and played in the 2007 grand final.

There have been a great number of players who have gone on to other places and made names for themselves.

Phil Dennis played in the 2000 under 19 winning grand final and then moved to Brisbane where he became the longest player in the Statewide Host Plus cup.

Brad Parravicini, Scott Tsaoussis, Brad McNamara, Josh Henaway, Jason and Joel Bulgarelli, John Andrews and Jason Barnett all played in the Brisbane Rugby League while Jeffrey Linton, the Olsen boys Ross and Kurt along with Damien Lynch, Thomas Lammon and Frank Beer played many seasons for the Burdekin Roosters.

Shane Muspratt had a distinguished time with the North Queensland Cowboys and the Parramatta Eels with Tarin Bradford also a Cowboy and Danny Horan for a short time.

There have been several players and coaches brought to the area in that time with possibly Noel Goldthorpe the most famous.

Goldie became an enemy of Queensland when he kicked the winning field goal for New South Wales to in the Super League State of Origin.

Steve Shepperd was a Cowboys when he was poached to come to the Burdekin first as a player, then a captain coach and finally a coach.

Cameron McPherson and Cameron Miller are other coaches to have been brought here with local coaches Mal Barnes, John Reid, Barry Henaway and Wayne Cornford holding trophies high.

There have been plenty of players brought to the Burdekin over that time but three who stand out would be Papua New Guinea International Andrew Norman, Fijian International Kali Nauque and two time RLTD player of the year Lee Mclean.

You can meet these players at Rugby Park this Saturday, have a good time reminiscing and cheer on the three local teams trying to bring honour to the jersey and then purchase the replica 1994 premiership jersey as a souvenir.

Contributed by Brian Carnes

Barry Henaway, Thomas Lammon, Hayden Lammon and Jason Lammon (Uncle, Dad, Son and Grandad).

Photo supplied

RUGBY LEAGUE

Burdekin Clay Target Club

May Monthly Shoot

CLAY SHOOTING

Burdekin Clay Target Club held their monthly shoot on Sunday May 12 with 30 competitors competing.

Conditions on the day were very pleasant, the sun was shining and clouds rolling in from time to time making seeing the targets challenging at times.

Burdekin Clay Target Club would like to thank sponsors for the day Raine & Horne and Dal Ponte Electrical.

The club’s next shoot will be on Saturday

June 8 being the 100 Target Handicap followed by the monthly shoot on Sunday June 9.

Overall High Gun Winners Ray Collinson, Greg Maltby, John Kinnimonth and Rob Ness