On Monday, 18 August, locals, dignitaries and veterans gathered at the Deep Creek Veterans Retreat in Ayr to mark the 59th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan.
Commencing at 11 am, the annual parade commemorated the 1966 battle in Vietnam—one of
the key engagements involving Australian forces during the Vietnam War—honouring past veterans with a wreath-laying service, the playing of the Last Post and Reveille, and a bagpipe performance of Lament.
Among the 50-plus attendees were Burdekin Shire
Council Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort and Federal Member for Dawson Andrew Willcox, as well as Burdekin-born-and-bred veteran Stan Hodder, who served at Long Tan.
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Editor’s Note
Hi Everyone,
It’s great to be back and feeling refreshed after a twoweek holiday in Italy with my family.
We stayed in a tiny village called Radicondoli, about three hours north of Rome, with a population of just 950!
Our days were spent poolside, playing card games, and wandering into the village for fresh bread in the mornings and a glass of wine (or two!) in the evenings.
It was my second time in Italy—my first visit was in my early twenties—and I’ve fallen in love with the country all over again. The people, the food, the culture, the scenery—absolutely incredible.
I know many of you in the Burdekin share that connection to Europe. With strong Italian heritage in our region, it feels fitting that the upcoming Water Festival has embraced the theme ‘Bon Voyage – Roam the Globe’, complete with highlights like the European Summer Long Lunch.
It certainly takes me right back to Italy—and reminds me how lucky we are to live in such a culturally rich com-
munity.
As your local newspaper, we’re proud to be the official media partner of the Water Festival and thanks to our jet-setting journo Chelsea Ravizza, we’ve had fantastic coverage of the event’s buildup. As many of you will know, Chelsea began with us during her university work placement and did such a great job, we couldn’t let her go! She’s now travelling the world— last we heard, she was in Poland—while still contributing to the paper.
Nothing says ‘Bon Voyage –Roam the Globe’ better than that!
I’d also like to give a special shout-out to Mia Galbraith, our new Sales and Social Media Rep, who’s stepping up as a Senior Ambassador for the Water Festival. She’s hosting a fundraising event this Saturday—check out the details next to this article. I hope you’ll show your support!
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Quote of the Week: “In the end, we only regret the chances we didn’t take” (Lewis Carroll)
MIA GALBRAITH HOSTS SELF LOVE NIGHT
Burdekin Water Festival (BWF) Senior Ambassador representing CORES QLD, Mia Galbraith, has taken it upon herself to run a Self Love Night to raise awareness for the importance of mental health and valuable funds for the invaluable work of CORES QLD.
In the lead up to this weekend’s event, Mia has shared several videos and posts online, detailing how important it is to take care of and prioritise your own personal mental health, featuring BWF Committee members as guests on occasion to encourage conversations surrounding mental health awareness.
This Saturday, the 23rd of August, Mia invites the community to come on down to The Vault in Home Hill for an
evening of positivity, self-love and family connection from 4:30pm onwards.
The evening will include live entertainment, wonderful guest speakers, drinks, and delicious food as well as plenty of activities, BINGO games and raffles to keep the fun flowing well into the night!
Tickets to the event are priced at just $20 and can be purchased online at www.trybooking. com/events/landing/1435594. All proceeds from the event will be directly donated to CORES QLD, and all attendees are kindly asked to wear bright colours to contribute to the event’s joyful atmosphere!
WHAT: Mia’s Self Love Night
WHEN: Saturday 23rd of August, from 4:30pm WHERE: The Vault, Home Hill
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SUGAR INQUIRY BROUGHT CLOSER TO HOME FOR BURDEKIN GROWERS
Burdekin cane farmers will have the opportunity to contribute in person to an inquiry aimed at growing the industry following the announcement of a public hearing in Townsville.
Announced in June, Member for Burdekin, Dale Last MP urged local growers to embrace the opportunity and provide much needed input.
“When the inquiry was announced, a commitment was given to dig deep into a wide range of issues affecting the industry,” Mr Last said. “A thorough investigation is necessary to ensure the brightest future for the industry and for areas like the Burdekin.”
“Those issues include both opportunities and challenges because you need a balanced and fair assessment of what’s possible and what needs to change. Unfor-
tunately, what we saw in the past was the industry not receiving the support it needs to flourish with farmers labelled as environmental vandals.”
“What we need, instead, is a clear plan to embrace opportunities and to deal with regulatory or legislative barriers that prevent those opportunities being realised. It’s a ‘warts and all’ look at what needs to be done, and by who, to help the industry and the communities that rely on it.”
Mr Last said the production of biofuels for industries like aviation and boosting the generation of base-load electricity were opportunities worth consideration but that the best opportunity for one area may not be the best for another.
“I really don’t think embracing a single opportunity or solving a single challenge is the answer for growing the industry,”
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he said. “There is a myriad of reasons why different opportunities bring more potential for some areas than for others but, regardless, we need to identify those opportunities for everyone’s benefit.”
“What I would like to see come out of the inquiry is a plan, based on industry and stakeholder input, that identifies practical steps that industry and government can take to achieve the best outcome. We will achieve very little if the result is based on limited input.”
“The Burdekin is the largest sugar producing region, so it is absolutely vital that concerns for farmers in the Burdekin are
addressed. It is equally as vital that farmers in the Burdekin are able to take advantage of any opportunities identified by the inquiry.”
The hearing will be held on September 10th at the Hotel Grand Chancelor in Townsville.
Contributed with thanks to Member for Burdekin Dale Last.
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Saturday 6th September 2025
4.30pm Grand Parade in Queen Street Ayr from Qld Country Bank to Fire Station and back Mardi Gras in Queen Street following the Grand Parade
7pm Crowning of the Junior Ambassador Winner & Runner-Up on Main Stage near Harvey Norman
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After the parade, attendees were invited to stay for light refreshments.
The event offered an opportunity for the community to come together and reflect on the service and experiences of local veterans.
Hosted by the Burdekin subbranch of the Vietnam Veterans Association of Australia, the Battle of Long Tan anniversary parade is one of three main commemorative events held by the association, alongside ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day.
Come N Try Special Olympics!
Special Olympics Queensland is inviting children and adults with an intellectual disability and/or Autism to a fun Come N Try Ten Pin Bowling event at Burdekin Bowl on Saturday, 30 August, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Everyone in the Burdekin area is welcome to join, including participants who use wheelchairs.
Special Olympics is the world’s largest inclusive sporting organisation, offering pathways for athletes and volunteers to develop leadership skills while being fully supported. Children and adults from 8 years and older are welcome to join Special Olympics at any time.
This event is a fantastic opportunity
for the community to experience the joy of sport in an inclusive environment and to discover opportunities to participate, compete, or volunteer.
For more information, contact Beverley Knowles, Liaison Special Olympics Queensland: qld.liaison@specialolympics.com.au or 0477 935 274.
Upgrading the Townsville University Hospital
As well as upgrading the Townsville University Hospital, here are some of the ways the new Queensland Government is delivering for North Queensland:
➡ Building a new police station in Kirwan and a crime prevention school in Townsville
➡ Installing air-conditioning at the Thuringowa State High School hall
➡ Fixing the Bruce Highway and Angus Smith Drive roundabout in Douglas
➡ Upgrading netball facilities in the Burdekin and tennis facilities in Ingham
➡ Creating local jobs with CopperString
➡ Delivering more hospital beds and a new multi-storey car park. Delivering for Queensland
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Ren’s Mission One Step Closer With Help Of The Burdekin
Ren Pedersen OAM’s fight against the deadliest childhood brain cancer edged closer to a breakthrough when his ‘Million Dollar Mission’ received a $13,000 boost from local businesses, organisations, and dignitaries following last week’s Burdekin Chamber of Commerce meeting.
Pedersen, a Burdekin native now residing in Townsville, returned to the region as a special guest at the Chamber meeting, where he challenged 100 local businesses to donate $1,000 each toward his mission to provide accessible, life-saving treatments for sufferers of diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG)—the deadliest childhood brain cancer in the world.
His appeals were met with immediate support from locals, including Burdekin Shire Council Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort. Further donations followed, including a $10,000 pledge from a well-known Ayr organisation, whose identity remains anonymous.
The recent flurry of contributions leaves the mission just shy of the $200,000 mark—already a fifth of the way to the ultimate $1 million target, which will fund critical DIPG research.
Pedersen is now travelling across
Australia as part of his Million Dollar Mission, appealing to 1,000 individuals and businesses to donate $1,000 each. Contributions will support two key projects at the Children’s Cancer Institute, led by Professor David Ziegler and Dr Maria Tsoli, focused on targeting tumour cell survival pathways and mapping the brain microenvironment to develop new treatments.
Ren’s drive stems from the tragic loss of his daughter, Amy—a “spirited little redhead who loved ballet, athletics, singing at school talent shows, and wearing monster teeth.” At just seven years old, Amy was diagnosed with DIPG. Sixteen months later, the disease claimed her life.
“Since we lost Amy, I’ve used every ounce of energy to raise money for research that will find the answers to DIPG,” Pedersen says.
Thanks to the Burdekin’s characteristic generosity, Ren is now closer than ever to uncovering those answers.
“The Burdekin now has her fingerprints all over one of the most important projects in Australia’s medical history, for which embattling brain cancer families are eternally grateful,” he says.
Ren Pedersen OAM, Burdekin Shire Council Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort, and Burdekin Chamber Treasurer Kari Ravizza at Tuesday’s Burdekin Chamber of Commerce meeting. Photo credit: Jacob Casha
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Fina Vasta
The Burdekin Brass Band didn’t disappoint on Sunday with their annual concert combined with the Thuringowa Brass Band. It was a very enjoyable afternoon with entertainment from the Home Hill Choral Society who never disappoint. It was chaired by Ricky Romeo who always has the audience captivated. It would be nice to see the event supported by residents of the Burdekin as it is an annual event.
I attended the Vietnam Veterans Day Service at Deep Creek Retreat. It is always an honour to attend this service to pay respect to our Veterans. I enjoy talking and listening to their stories, there are quite a few characters amongst them.
David Kramer from the Small Steps for Hannah Foundation will be at the Burdekin Theatre on Monday the 25th August
to deliver a powerful message of respect, empathy and prevention through the HALT Program. His message is aimed at Parents, Carers, Teachers, Schools to children over 16. He will honour the memory of Hannah Clarke and her children who were victims of Domestic Violence by educating our next generation with the knowledge and confidence to hopefully stop the cycle of Domestic and family Violence in our homes. It will be a very interesting and informative evening and shouldn’t be missed. Tickets are available online at the Burdekin Theatre.
We have some great Services in the Burdekin, BCA and the Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre who are always willing to help if you are a Victim of Domestic Violence please reach out.
Until next time stay safe
Be Connected Program at BCA
Did you know that the Burdekin Community Association Inc. (BCA) has delivered the ‘Be Connected Program’ to Seniors over 50 for more than 14 years? Our Volunteer Tutors have provided hundreds of seniors with the essential digital skills to get online safely and with confidence. With so many aspects of life now online, from healthcare and government services to finding a job and staying in touch with loved ones and the technology we use changing very quickly, it’s super important that you get online and increase your digital literacy and feel more connected.
iPad. Perhaps you would like to do online banking, access information, videos or movies, set up an online account, use social media or email to feel more connected to your friends and the community reducing loneliness and isolation etc.
To learn more, make a booking or become a Tutor, please contact the Team at The Support Centre, 130 Queen St, Ayr. Ph: 4783 3744. E: bca@bcaburdekin.org.au
Minute With The Mayor
This past week has been a moving reminder, we are so blessed to have our way of life and we must remember the sacrifices made to have this freedom. Many of us reading this would not have been born but the reminder must be kept alive.
I had the special honour of an invitation to attend events held in Commemorating 80 years since Victory in the Pacific. Listening to the re-enactment of the War is Over Speech brought shivers down my spine.
The Joint US/Australian Commemorative Service – 5th USAF Memorial, Kissing Point, Jezzine Barracks watching the hand over of the USA flag and listening to its significance was a proud moment.
Saturday’s parade, described as the “Last March for our Veterans,” was especially emotional. It was inspiring to hear the voices of spirited veterans, including one sweet veteran who was disappointed that he was not the oldest but as it turns out, he was the youngest turning 100 next month.
The commemorations continued with a fantastic aircraft flypast, a VP80 Concert
featuring the 1 RAR and 5th USAF Bands, and the Pacific Belles bringing the music of the war years to life. The evening concluded with a Sky Salute of fireworks over the Strand, a fitting tribute to a moment in history we must never forget.
On Monday, I also attended a service at Deep Creek Veterans Retreat for Vietnam Veterans Day. We paused to reflect on the Battle of Long Tan, fought on 18 August 1966, where Australian soldiers showed extraordinary courage against overwhelming odds. This day also reminds us of the hardships many Vietnam veterans faced not only during the war but in the years that followed when they returned home.
On behalf of the Burdekin community, I extend heartfelt thanks to all veterans, for your service, your sacrifice, and your enduring contribution to our nation.
Lest We Forget.
Should you wish to reach out, don’t hesitate to contact me directly by phone at 0447 150 582, or feel free to send an email to mayor@burdekin.qld.gov.au.
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ON THE BEAT
MillionDollar Fraud Tops Busy Week for Ayr Police
AHome Hill woman has been charged over an alleged million-dollar fraud spanning six years.
Ayr CIB officers allege the 65-yearold, while employed as a bookkeeper, defrauded an Ayr business of more than $1 million between 2018 and mid-2024. She has been released on bail and is due to appear in Ayr Magistrates Court on October 20.
In separate incidents, a 40-year-old Jerona man was charged with midrange drink driving after being intercepted in Ayr on August 9. He will face court on August 25.
That same day, a 45-year-old Clermont man was charged with drug driving and disqualified driving after a traffic stop in Ayr. His 18-yearold female passenger was cautioned for possessing dangerous drugs and utensils after police allegedly found drugs and paraphernalia in the vehicle. He will appear in court on October 7.
On August 10, a 32-year-old woman was charged with drug driving in Jarvisfield and will also face court on October 7.
ELA Professional Solutions Expands To Include Pool Care
Seven years ago, Eusebio “Seb” Aguirre told his wife, Laura, that he was starting a “little hobby cleaning business.” It began with a vacuum in the back of their Mazda CX9, a few bond cleans, and the promise that Laura wouldn’t have to get involved.
Fast forward to today and not only is Laura well and truly involved, but that “hobby” has grown into ELA Professional Solutions, a trusted local name across the Burdekin for commercial cleaning, retail supplies, water distribution, and now, pool care.
ELA has partnered with Maytronics Australia to offer the full Focus Products range, featuring Australian-made, professional-grade oxidisers, balancers, algaecides, and cleaners. This partnership provides ELA customers with access to high-quality pool care solutions, available both in-store and online through ELA’s new website.
But this move was not just about adding another product line. It was a direct response to customer demand.
“We’ve always built the business around what our customers are asking for,” said co-director Laura Aguirre. “When someone walks in with a challenge, we try to find a genuine solution. If enough people are asking, we do the work to source it.”
This approach has shaped everything ELA offers, from cleaning chemicals and Makita tools to eco-friendly catering supplies, PPE gear, and bulk products for local farmers, tradespeople, and community groups.
In 2024, the business officially became a company, marking a new chapter that reflects not only growth but also its values. Sustainability, local support, and quality continue to guide every part of its opera-
tions.
“We only sell products we trust and use ourselves,” said Seb. “If we recommend it, it’s because we’ve tested it on the job.”
Rather than stocking generic supplies, the team actively sources reputable Australian suppliers at competitive prices. This helps small businesses, schools, sporting clubs, organisations and primary producers access high-quality products in bulk without the delays or high costs that often come with ordering from out of town.
ELA’s commitment to regional partnerships and sustainability is reflected in their choice to source pool salts from Australian Saltworks’ Bowen depot, keeping supply chains regional and relationships personal.
They also remain the local distributor for Mount Elliot Springs water, offering a range of products from 1 litre and 1.5 litre bottles to 10 litre wine tap casks and 15 litre refillable bottles. The store also stocks
Water Works coolers and bottle racks, providing complete hydration solutions for homes, offices, and events.
While the product range continues to evolve, the heart of ELA’s mission stays the same - to support the Burdekin with practical, sustainable solutions that serve both people and the planet. Their solar-powered operations and focus on waste reduction reflect a long-term vision, as does their continued investment in the community. Each year, ELA donates more than $20,000 to local schools, sporting groups, and disability support services.
As pool season returns to North Queensland, ELA Solutions is ready to help locals keep their water crystal clear and their homes running smoothly, with premium products, real-world knowledge, and the kind of service only a local family business can offer. Visit the team in-store or explore the new online shop at www. elasolutions.com.au to learn more.
Eusebio “Seb” and Laura Aguirre from ELA Professional Solutions. Photo credit: Jacob Casha
Sugar Market Holding Steady
The global sugar market has been holding steady in recent weeks, with supply fundamentals keeping a lid on prices. Brazil is now halfway through its crushing season, and analysts are forecasting production between 39 and 40 million tonnes. With that much sugar expected, commercial traders are confident supply will comfortably meet demand through to the first quarter of next year. This has left speculators largely in control of short-term price movements, looking to push prices below 16 US cents per pound before easing back towards 17 US cents. While they hold a large short position, they remain vulnerable to any unexpected news of lower supply. Here at home, Wilmar Grower Marketing has released its three-year comparative analysis report, following the finalisation of 2024-season
pricing on 30 June. The results speak for themselves: Our Production Risk Pool and Allocation Account have consistently outperformed QSL’s Harvest Pool and Shared Pool. Over three years, the difference in total income for an average-sized grower is significant.
We’ve also issued our quarterly update on the 2025 Managed Pool Plus, giving participating growers insight into the hedging strategies we use to maximise returns. This season’s pool includes committed MEI (miller economic interest) tonnes, meaning we’re working hard to deliver the best possible outcome in all market conditions. Against our benchmarks, the pool is performing well despite the softer market. Interest in managed pool pricing is growing, with the 2026 Managed Pool Plus attracting strong commitments before it closed at the end of July.
Outside the office, our team has been busy during show season, supporting local events, presenting awards, and catching up with growers. Most recently, our Plane Creek Grower Relationship Manager Jonathan Reichard joined colleagues from the Plane Creek Mill and AgServices teams at the Sarina Show to host the Wilmar stand – a great opportunity to connect with the community and celebrate our local industries.
We’re also delighted to welcome Misty Bland as our new Grower Relationship Manager in Proserpine. A canegrower herself, Misty understands the realities of farming life and is passionate about supporting growers. She’s also well known for her volunteer work and community involvement – values that are a big part of who we are at Wilmar Grower Marketing.
Simon Hood Wilmar Manager Grower Marketing
Plane Creek Grower Marketing Relationship Manager Jonathan Reichard (right) represented Wilmar at the Sarina Show with staff from the AgServices and Engineering teams. From left are David Parker, Pieter Van Vuren, Manju Srinivasalu and Mark Tanizar
EKKA SHOWS THE CITY IS STILL SWEET ON CANE
By CANEGROWERS
Chairman Owen Menkens
Every August, the Ekka gives city and country a chance to meet face to face – and for us in agriculture, that’s a golden opportunity.
As farmers, we sometimes feel a bit invisible. We’re out there growing the food and fibre that keep the nation ticking along, supporting regional communities, and driving export industries – yet it can seem like those achievements get taken for granted.
So, it’s always a bit humbling to discover, as we did again this year, just how much respect and genuine interest city folk have in what we do.
At the 2025 Royal Queensland Show, the sugarcane stand was buzzing. Families crowded in to try the virtual reality experience that takes you from planting through to harvesting, milling, and shipping sugar around the world.
Kids were wide-eyed, parents were curious, and grandparents often leaned in with their own memories of cane country.
It was amazing to watch the penny drop for people as they realised just how many everyday products trace back to the humble cane stalk –from sugar on the table to electricity in their homes and even renewable fuels.
Over the course of the nine
days, thousands streamed through the stand. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive –not just polite interest, but real enthusiasm, pride, and gratitude.
The conversations were a real highlight for our team on the stand. They spoke with Brisbane families who take their kids north every year for the cane fires, tourists who’d fallen in love with cane trains rattling through coastal towns, and young people genuinely excited about sustainable farming and biofuels.
It was a reminder that while people may not know every detail of our industry or the challenges we face, they do care. They want to understand more, and they value the role farmers play in their lives.
That’s why CANEGROWERS puts so much effort into telling agriculture’s story –and why we’ll keep showing up at the Ekka. It’s proof that the city-country divide isn’t as wide as it sometimes feels, and that a stalk of cane still has the power to spark connection, pride, and a smile.
The Sugarcane Industry stand is hosted by CANEGROWERS, with strong support from Sunshine Sugar, Sugar Research Australia, and the Queensland Farmers’ Federation.
Planned Burns Blaze Past Annual Target
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) has recorded its biggest year of planned burns to date, surpassing its annual target by more than 50 per cent.
Between the 1st of July 2024 and the 30th of June 2025, QPWS carried out 637 planned burns across 968,884 hectares of Queensland’s public protected estate. The burns aim to reduce the risk and severity of bushfires, protect communities and infrastructure, and promote healthy ecosystems across the state’s parks and forests.
The milestone comes as part of the Crisafulli Government’s More Rangers, Better Neighbours initiative, which has invested in additional fire management staff, upgraded equipment, enhanced training, and improved engagement with local communities. This includes restoring funding for 40 specialist fire rangers to strengthen bushfire preparedness and park management.
Planned burns are highly weather-dependent, requiring cooler conditions and minimal wind to create a patchwork of burnt and unburnt areas that support biodiversity and habitat conservation.
Minister for the Environment and Tourism Andrew Powell praised the achievement.
“It is fantastic to see Rangers prepare our protected areas for the months and years ahead through the strategic use of fire,” Minister Powell said.
“What they have achieved this year is astounding –bolstered by good weather, strong investment in the QPWS fire program and an increased use of aerial burning techniques to deliver broadscale burning across multiple parts of Queensland when conditions are right.
“I want to congratulate our QPWS rangers and Fire teams for their focus, coordination, and commitment to deliver such an incredible result – protecting Queensland communities and our precious environment.”
QPWS Fire Services Director Troy Spinks said burns would continue over the coming weeks while conditions remain favourable.
“Rangers have done an exceptional job this year, but people can still expect to see smoke on the horizon as crews make the most of these cooler, milder conditions to undertake even more burns within national parks and state forests,” Mr Spinks said.
“These planned burns not only provide a picture-perfect sunset but prepare us for the upcoming bushfire season.
“We thank the community for your support and understanding over the coming weeks as we work to protect our parks and neighbours by delivering these vital planned burns.”
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The Burdekin mills processed just shy of 400,000 tonnes for the week – the highest weekly throughput for the season to date.
It brings the season total to 3.58M tonnes, which is just ahead of the budgeted total of 3.56M tonnes.
Pioneer and Inkerman mills both recorded their highest weekly throughput for the season.
The only major stops for the week were an eight-hour stop at Kalamia to repair a turbine steam leak and a 12-hour cleaning intermission at Invicta.
CCS increased again from last week but was still just below budget. The highest CCS recorded for the week was 18.5 from a rake of Q240 plant in the Mulgrave productivity district.
Parents and carers are asked to remind children to stay away from the cane railway network Members of the public are urged to report any suspicious activity around our cane rail line to the police
John Tait
Cane Supply Manager Burdekin Region
Ruralquip Passes Torch to Next Generation of Locals
Ruralquip has been part of the Burdekin’s industrial backbone for almost 50 years, priding itself on its commitment to serving the region’s farming and industrial community with reliability and trust. Now, with a new team of local owners at the helm, that commitment remains unchanged.
Robert Oar and wife, Annette, who built the business from a small steel fabrication operation into a full-service retail and industrial supplier, have handed the reins to a consortium of well-known locals Max and Shannon Musumeci, Paul and Amanda Lowis, and Karl and Jasmine Vass. Together, the team brings decades of experience across agriculture, construction and engineering to business operations.
Robert, whose health challenges in 2024 accelerated his decision to sell, says keeping Ruralquip in local hands was essential.
“There’s a different attitude and a different knowledge that comes with being local,” he said. “We had offers from corporates and people with no local knowledge, but it was important the business went to people who understood this community and our customers.”
Founded as a steel fabrication business in 1982, Ruralquip gradually expanded into retail in response to the shifting flow of the business landscape, growing into a onestop shop for industrial and farming supplies. Strategic moves, including joining the Australian Industrial Supplies buying group in 1998, strengthened the company’s reputation and operations, leaving it now standing as the Burdekin’s trusted industrial retail solution.
After recent reinvestment in the company, including a brand new warehouse erected just two years ago, Robert is hopeful that the business can continue to blossom under the new ownership.
“Everything is in place to build on,” says
Robert. “There’s room here to go bigger and better for sure.”
Shannon Musumeci says the incoming management team are looking forward to building on the company’s already firmly established roots.
“Ruralquip already has a strong foundation, and great team of skilled staff,” she says. “We’re looking forward to building on this, meeting customers, and understanding what’s important to them.”
The team boasts not only local knowledge, but complementary skills drawn from different roles across North Queensland.
Max Musumeci, a Burdekin Shire Councillor and sugar cane farmer, and his wife Shannon, a tax accountant, bring strong agricultural and financial insight. Paul and Amanda Lowis, founders of ShedEx and a farming operation in Gumlu, contribute business and construction expertise. Karl Vass, owner of Vass Engineering, adds engineering and fabrication experience, while his wife, Jasmine, brings her teaching and marketing background. Together, they offer a well-rounded mix of skills and
knowledge to drive the business forward.
Although a change in ownership marks a new chapter for Ruralquip, the team are committed to preserving the same trusted structure that has sustained the company for decades, including the retention of Robert’s staff. “We want the transition to be as seamless as possible for staff and customers,” Shannon Musumeci says.
“The feedback we’ve had is that customers value the reliability of Ruralquip having a broad range of products on the shelf in
stock... and then obviously, once they get here, the service from knowledgeable staff is great. That’s a reputation we absolutely want to maintain.”
To bid Robert a well-deserved farewell, Ruralquip is holding a community barbecue on Friday, 22 August at 12pm, offering customers the chance to meet the new owners and acknowledge Robert’s contribution over nearly five decades, kicking-off a new era for the longstanding company.
New owners Karl Vass, Jasmine Vass, Paul Lowis, Amanda Lowis, Shannon Musumeci and Max Musumeci. Photo credit: Jacob Casha
Former owners Robert and Annette Oar. Photo supplied
Positions Available for 2026 at Burdekin Catholic High School – Enrol Now!
Families considering high-quality Catholic education options for their children are encouraged to act fast, as positions are available for Year 7 - 12 enrolments in 2026 at Burdekin Catholic High School.
Enrolment interviews have commenced in Week 2 of this term, and with demand growing, families are urged to book early to avoid disappointment.
Burdekin Catholic High School offers a supportive and dynamic environment for students starting their high school journey. As part of the school’s transition program, incoming Year 7 students will benefit from a carefully designed curriculum that sets them up for success both academically and personally.
At the heart of the Year 7 program is a broad and balanced curriculum, delivered by dedicated subject specialists. Students will study six core subjects throughout the year:
· English
· Mathematics
· Science
· Humanities (Geography, History and Civics)
· Religious Education
· Physical Education
In addition to core learning, students will
rotate through a variety of elective subjects from the arts, humanities, and technology fields. Elective options include:
· Drama
· Visual Art · Music
· Digital Technologies
· Design and Technologies: Engineering Principles & Systems, Graphics
· Design and Technologies: Materials and Technologies – Wood
· Design and Technologies: Food Specialisation
· Languages - Auslan
These experiences are designed to ignite curiosity, develop hands-on skills, and introduce students to a wide range of future learning and career paths.
A Supportive Start to Secondary School
At Burdekin Catholic High School, we believe every student’s journey into secondary school should begin with confidence, connection, and care. From day one, our new students are welcomed into a warm and inclusive community where they are known, valued, and supported.
Our dedicated staff and student leaders work closely with each new cohort to ensure every child feels a sense of belonging. Through orientation activities, peer mentoring, and personalised pastoral care, we help students navigate the transition with ease, academically, socially, and emotionally.
In our strong community of care, no student is just a face in the crowd. We take the time to understand each individual’s strengths, interests, and needs, creating a foundation for success that will last well beyond the first year.
At Burdekin Catholic High School, the journey starts with welcome and continues with unwavering support.
Teaching and Learning Excellence
A Campus Designed for Learning
With access to specialist classrooms and
BURDEKIN
CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL
facilities, students enjoy a learning environment that is modern, engaging, and purpose-built. From science labs to art studios and technology workshops, students move throughout the campus to engage in hands-on learning guided by passionate teachers.
ENROL NOW
With limited places available, now is the time to secure your child’s future at Burdekin Catholic High School. The school is accepting enrolments for Years 7 - 12 in 2026 now.
For more information or to book an enrolment interview, please contact the school office or visit our website.
Burdekin Catholic High School – Your future starts here.
Burdekin Water Festival Ambassadors Warm Hearts At Regis High Tea
Joy, laughter and plenty of smiles filled the halls of Chppendale Street’s Regis Aged Care residential home on Sunday, the 10th of August, as the Burdekin Water Festival Junior and Senior Ambassadors delighted residents with a wonderful visit!
An annual event, the Burdekin Water Festival’s High Tea continues to warm the hearts of everyone in the community as both Junior and Senior Ambassadors swap stories with some of the oldest members of the shire over a delicious spread of morning tea favourites.
Over the weekend, the excitement of Re-
gis’ residents was beyond contagious, and the worldly theme of this year’s festival, “Bon Voyage Roam the Globe” left residents feeling nothing but nostalgia as they admired photos of iconic landmarks from far and wide.
Many reminisced on their time spent abroad, with Burdekin Water Festival Committee Member and Ambassador Coordinator, Kari Ravizza, noting photographs and decorations inspired by the scenery of Rome were particularly popular amongst the residents.
Over the course of the morning, the Ambassadors presented a showcase for the
residents to enjoy where they each performed a selection of talents including cooking skills, dancing, and singing.
The High Tea stands as one of the most special events on the Burdekin Water Festival calendar, and the entire Committee cannot thank Regis Ayr enough for continuing to welcome the Ambassadors into the home for the magical morning.
As the calendar flicks on over, the Burdekin Water Festival’s dedicated Committee and wonderful Ambassadors are now busily preparing ahead of next Saturday’s momentous QMN Manufacturing Long Lunch and Senior Crowning Event.
Commencing from midday at Populin’s Hall, the afternoon will see the iconic Queen Street venue transform into a magical world overflowing with the flavours and aesthetics of a European Summer as the 2025 Ambassadors and Committee Members toast to tradition and crown the 2025 Winning Senior Ambassador and Runner Up.
Additional details on the event can be found online at burdekinwaterfestival. com.au, and the Burdekin Water Festival Committee encourages the community to stay up to date with all festival news through each of their social media pages.
Junior Ambassadors Jorja Vasta, Giulia Sarri, Asha Grasso, Charlotte Sgroi, Hunter Oar, and Ayve Cursio with Senior Ambassadors Julia Cahill, Molly Julyan, Georgia Tomasetig, Eliza Worlein, and Nicole Cervoni (Photo Credit: Sharron Bozzetto)
BWF Junior Ambassador, Asha Grasso is representing East Ayr State School (Photo Credit: Sharron Bozzetto)
BWF Senior Ambassador, Nicole Cervoni is representing Home Hill - Ayr Lions Club (Photo Credit: Sharron Bozzetto)
VP-80 Crew Pays Special Visit to Ayr State School
On 12 August, the VP-80 crew visited Ayr State School as part of the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Pacific, marking Japan’s surrender in World War II. The crew delivered a special dispatch from the Mayor of Rockhampton to the Mayor of Townsville, thanking soldiers for their service.
The visit gave students and staff a handson connection to Australia’s military history. The crew brought an impressive collection of vintage military vehicles, carefully restored and appearing as though they had driven straight out of the past. Students were drawn to the vehicles’ details and the stories behind them, sparking curiosity about the Pacific theatre and the nation’s wartime efforts.
“We felt it was important to welcome the VP-80 crew to our school because sharing stories and experiences from World War II helps our students connect with history in a real and meaningful way,” said Head of Curriculum, Nikky Guilfoyle.
“Learning directly from those who pre-
serve this history ensures that the sacrifices and service of the past are never forgotten, and it inspires our students to value courage, resilience, and community.”
The display also included restored Indian and Harley Davidson motorcycles, offering another opportunity to admire the craftsmanship and design of these iconic machines. The mix of vehicles and motorcycles created a lively, interactive experience that combined history, military heritage, and mechanical engineering.
VP-80 commemorations, supported by the Townsville City Council and the Department of Veterans’ Affairs, aim to engage communities with Australia’s service and sacrifice during World War II. The visit allowed students to explore that history in a tangible, memorable way, highlighting the contributions of armed forces personnel past and present.
The VP-80 team was thanked for bringing this unique experience to the school and helping students connect with Australia’s military heritage.
Ayr High Hawks DOMINATE Interschool Athletics Carnival For Second Consecutive Year
Just last week on Friday, the 15th of August, Ayr State High School (ASHS) dominated the scoreboard against each school in the district at the region’s annual 12 to 19 Years BSS Interschool Track & Field (Athletics) Carnival!
Taking out the top spot for the second consecutive year, the Ayr High Hawks were commended for representing ASHS with exceptional levels of both pride and spirit, leaving the carnival with an impressive 1455 points spread across all categories.
With the event’s hosting responsibilities annually shared around to each of the school’s of the shire, it just so happens 2025’s Interschool Athletics Carnival was hosted by ASHS themselves, making the win on “home soil” all the more exciting for both students and staff.
The BSS Interschool Athletics Carnival hosts a selection of athletic sports from around 10am through to just before 2pm including 400m, 200m, 100m and relay track events, shot put, triple jump, javelin, long jump, discus and high jump. Annually, an Age Champion across each age division who delivers the best performance will be awarded as well as an Overall Winner, Average Winner and of
course, BSS Winning School/Team.
In 2024, ASHS finished first overall in the competitive carnival with a grand total of 1279.5 points, where they also celebrated two Age Champion awardees on their athletic excellence and several students who were selected to attend the North
Queensland Track and Field trials.
Previously this year, ASHS finished in second place overall at the annual BSS Interschool Swimming Carnival where a number of excellent team and individual performances were celebrated throughout the event as well as four ASHS Age Champions awardees.
With celebrations and cheers of pride carrying on throughout the ASHS school grounds this week, the challenge of pulling off a hat trick will be the thought on everyone’s mind ahead of next year’s event…
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The Ayr High Hawks are aiming to bag a BSS Interschool Athletics Carnival hat trick in 2026 (Photo Source: ASHS)
18 Social Life
MZac Anderson’s Football Journey
any young footballers dream of making the game their livelihood—their legacy. Of bursting onto the professional scene as a teenager and never looking back. Of crossing continents, sitting shoulder to shoulder with international stars as the muffled roar of 50,000 fans seeps through the changing room walls.
For Zac Anderson, that dream became reality. But before all that, he was just a boy from the Burdekin.
Born in Ayr to two school teachers completing their country service, Zac lived out his formative years in Australia’s sugarcane capital. Although the family migrated south to the Sunshine Coast when he was just five, Zac took with him something that couldn’t be coached: that inbuilt Burdekin doggedness.
“My secret formula... is that I come from a region that instils a hard-working, blue-collar attitude,” said Zac. “It’s a non-negotiable value that you’re kind of brought up with... No one can outwork me.”
It’s that work ethic that would sustain him at every level of the sport.
Starting out at Caloundra United on the Sunshine Coast, Zac quickly rose through the junior ranks, earning his stripes locally before catching the eye of the Brisbane-based Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) at 15 years old. It was then that he was faced with a choice that would shape the rest of his life.
“At that point, my mum and dad were still school teachers on the Sunshine Coast, and they gave me this ultimatum: ‘If you want to make it, you’ve got to go to boarding school—you’ve got to go to the big smoke.’”
With that, Zac’s next chapter began.
His impressive performances with the QAS caught the eye of multiple A-League clubs. Soon after graduating from Brisbane Boys College, he was snapped up by Gold Coast United on an amateur contract, and from there, his path to the top began to crystallise.
“It was those moments training with the first team as an amateur that I realised this is really what I want to do. I didn’t want to be at uni—I just wanted to be in the gym. I just wanted to be playing football. I couldn’t think about anything else but wanting to be an elite athlete.”
“I was ready to sacrifice everything—and if I didn’t make it, at least I knew that I’d given it everything.”
After a year of intense effort and persistence, that determination soon delivered its reward.
“I remember getting the call one day to meet with the coach after training. He said, ‘You’re going to start [for the first team in the A-League] this weekend,’” recalled Zac.
“I couldn’t sleep for the rest of the week.”
The weekend soon came, and the stage was set—Hindmarsh Stadium, notoriously compact and brimming with hostile Adelaide United fans. With the added challenge of being played out of position, the nerves began to swirl for Zac.
“All I was thinking about was not embarrassing myself,” he said.
But once the game started, it flashed by. Gold Coast came away with a point, thanks in no small part to 65 industrious minutes from Anderson—the small-town kid who had finally announced himself on the big stage.
“It was an amazing night for me and my family— something that you work your whole life to be able to achieve.”
“Then you realise it’s done— you’ve made your debut. Now you’ve got to try and replicate that as many times as you possibly can.”
Zac went on to make a further 88 domestic appearances, winning the A-League with the Central Coast Mariners before fulfilling his lifelong dream of playing abroad in 2016. After stints in the UAE and Malaysia, Anderson spent 2020 in Singapore with Hougang United, rounding off an overseas chapter he calls “the best decision I ever made.”
After calling time on his playing days shortly after, Anderson took on the role of Chief Operating Officer at Brisbane Roar in 2023, bringing an MBA, business acumen, and an undying passion for football to the role he still holds and relishes today.
“I’m still on this journey. After nearly a decade playing professionally, leaving the game meant starting again in many ways.
This is my next chapter—growing and learning.”
Yet, through every step of his career—every country, every continent, every role— his foundation has stayed the same.
“Being brought up in [the Burdekin] instils a value set that stays with you for a long time. I think that people in these regions understand the value of hard work. I’ve got that within me, and I think that’s the reason why I’ve been able to have the career that I’ve had.”
Because no matter how far he’s travelled, Zac Anderson will always be a boy from the Burdekin.
From Birmingham To The Burdekin
When John and Linda Gooding left their teaching jobs and comfortable life in Birmingham, England, in the early 1970s, they weren’t entirely sure what they were jumping into. What they did know was this: if an opportunity comes along, you take it— and be prepared to adapt.
More than 50 years later, the couple are still proud to call Ayr home. They’ve raised their children here, watched the town change, and become a beloved part of the community. And while their accents never faded, their hearts are well and truly Burdekin.
“We always felt like locals from the time we got here,” John said. “It was just whether other people saw us that way.”
The Burdekin welcomed the Gooding’s early.
“I remember going to the local electrical shop because I desperately needed an iron,” Linda recalled. “I told the manager I’d come back after the bank opened, but he said, ‘Just take it now. I know who you are—you’re a teacher.’ That kind of trust
wouldn’t happen back home.”
But adapting to the new culture, climate and customs of a place a couple of continents and some seas away from their home wasn’t always smooth sailing.
“When we first arrived in Ayr, we wanted to explore a bit, so we started walking along Queen Street. We went one way— just cane fields. Turned around—more cane. We tried every direction and eventually just stood in the middle of the road thinking, Oh my goodness.”
Yet, through the barren streets, scorching heat, and relentless mosquito attacks, the Goodings chose to embrace their new surroundings rather than resent them.
“Through music, sport, and theatre, we’ve made lifelong friends,” said Linda. “We’ve really loved it here, and it’s been a great place to raise our kids.”
“It’s the best decision we’ve ever made,” added John. “It could have gone badly, but life’s what you make it. Be flexible. Take the leap.”
Their story is one of thousands that define
fusion of cultures and characters who, over generations, have each brought something of themselves to
the cane fields and coastal plains. For the Gooding’s, the move was a life remade— and a decision that’s aged remarkably well.
THIS WEEK, WE ASKED A FEW OF YOU TWO BIG QUESTIONS: ‘WHAT’S THE BEST THING THAT’S EVER HAPPENED TO YOU?’ AND ‘WHAT’S ON YOUR BUCKET LIST?’, COURTESY OF A SUGGESTION BY ALLAN FINN.
Jimmy James
Best thing that’s ever happened to you?
“The best thing that’s ever happened to me is being around my family and spending time with them.”
Bucket list items?
“I really want to go to an NBA game in America.”
James and Amber Sutherland
Best thing that’s ever happened to you?
James: “When I got to stop mowing the lawn (chuckles). Or scoring a hat-trick in cricket.”
Bucket list items?
James:”I’ve been around Australia, but I regret not turning off to Uluru. So probably to visit Uluru.”
Amber: “I’d say mine is to go to Bali. It’s just a place I’ve wanted to go to for a while.”
Margaret McDonald
Best thing that’s ever happened to you?
“I’d say having my children. They’re all gorgeous and they’ve given me beautiful grandchildren.”
Bucket list item?
“To visit Katherine (town) in the Northern Territory. I think I’ve already been everywhere else!”
the Burdekin—a
The Gooding’s made the most of their time in Australia, raising their children in what they describe as a safe, tight-knit town. Photo credit: Jacob Casha
20 Social Life
EVENTGUIDE
THURSDAY 21 AUGUST
Home Hill State High School’s Agricultural Precinct Open Day
9:00am - 11:00am
Showcase of Home Hill State High School’s cutting-edge Agricultural Precinct, with tours, displays, tastings, and interactive industry experiences for all.
Home Hill State High School Agricultural Precinct
FRIDAY 22 AUGUST
Hunter’s Golf Night Drive for show, putt for dough at Ayr Golf Club’s Edwards Street course! Junior Ambassador Hunter Oar invites golfers of all abilities to an exciting night of swings, fun, and friendly competition.
Ayr Golf Club–Edwards Street
SATURDAY 30 AUGUST –
SATURDAY 6 SEPTEMBER
Burdekin Art Society Art Exhibition Daily from 8am–5pm
A staple on the regional arts calendar, the Burdekin Art Society Art Exhibition draws entries from across Queensland and beyond. Held over a full week at the Burdekin Theatre, the exhibition showcases a diverse mix of fine art, offering something for seasoned collectors and curious browsers alike. Its longevity is a testament to its quality and reputation—and a must-see for lovers of creativity in all forms. For more details, visit Burdekin Art Society Inc. on Facebook.
Burdekin Theatre, 161 Queen Street, Ayr
SATURDAY 30 AUGUST
Come N Try Ten Pin Bowling 10:00am – 12:00pm Special Olympics Queensland invites children and adults with an intellectual disability and/or Autism to a fun and inclusive Come N Try Ten Pin Bowling event. Open to participants aged 8 and older, including those using wheelchairs. A chance to discover opportunities to play, compete, or volunteer. Burdekin Bowl
FRIDAY 5TH SEPTEMBER
Burdekin Netball Deb of the Year
Beloved DOTY tradition continues under Burdekin Netball Association, with an elegant evening celebrating 2025 debutantes, community spirit, and timeless style Burdekin Memorial Hall
SATURDAY 6 SEPTEMBER
Burdekin Water Festival Grand Parade & Mardi Gras
Saturday
The Burdekin Water Festival Grand Parade & Mardi Gras will ignite the community once again for an extraordinary celebration in Ayr’s Queen Street, with plenty of entertainment, food, activities, and festivities set to continue well into the evening. Queen Street, Ayr
SUNDAY 7 SEPTEMBER
Plantation Park Markets
Sunday 8am
Join Ayr State Primary School for a pictureperfect morning showcasing the talents and hobbies of both local and travelling stallholders with everything from home baked treats to handmade creations on offer! To become a stallholder yourself contact 4790 3333.
Plantation Park
SATURDAY 13TH
SEPTEMBER
Annual Giru Show
12pm-10pm
The annual Giru Show will roll into town for one action packed day and will have a cane train load of activities on offer, this year’s extravaganza certainly isn’t one to miss! With such a rich history in the Giru community and Burdekin Shire as a whole, the event stands as a celebration of local talent and attracts a high number of former residents who return each year to catch up with one another and remise on past times with old friends. If you would like to become a stallholder, sponsor, or have any enquiries, email Secretary Katlyn Radunz on girushow. secretary@outlook.com
97.1 Sweet FM Markets
Saturday 8am-1pm
Join Sweet FM for an entertaining morning jammed full of wonderful market stalls from handmade crafts, sausage sizzle, hot coffee & tea, and sweet treats, on the station’s front lawns, all to the background of a live outside radio broadcast (request a song as you browse). To become a stallholder contact 0405 151 864.
97.1 Sweet FM front lawn (old Courthouse), Home Hill
All Saints Spring Fair
Saturday 8am to 12pm
Many Stalls –Local veggies, Plants, Cent Sale, Delicious Food, Cakes, Peach Blossoms, Jams, Pickles, Second Hand Goods And Books. Great Raffle Four Prizes To be Won, And Then The Drawing of Our Money Raffle To End The Afternoon.
Church Hall Grounds
SUNDAY 14 SEPTEMBER
BBQ Breakfast
Sunday 8am
The community is invited to attend the Burdekin Aero Club Inc. Monthly BBQ Breakfast at the Ayr Aerodrome from 8am to 11am. Meet the pilots, inspect the aircrafts, and enjoy a morning of socialisation for $10 per person. Call 0429 144 921 for more information.
Ayr Aerodrome, Brandon
Paul Tabone in Viva Pavarotti
Sunday 3pm
Experience the power and passion of one of the greatest opera singers of all time with a special performance honouring the late Luciano Pavarotti.
Burdekin Theatre
WEDNESDAY 17
SEPTEMBER
Social and Networking Event
Wednesday 5:30pm
The community is invited to attend the Home Hill Chamber of Commerce Social and Networking Event for an enriching evening of socialisation.
Home Hill Community Sports Club
SUNDAY 21 SEPTEMBER
Plantation Park Markets
Sunday 8am
Join the VVAA for an enjoyable morning overflowing with wonderful market stalls from handmade creations to delicious treats! To become a stallholder yourself contact 4783 6627.
Plantation Park
SUNDAY 5 OCTOBER
Plantation Park Markets
Sunday 8am
Join Ayr State Primary School for a pictureperfect morning showcasing the talents and hobbies of both local and travelling stallholders with everything from home baked treats to handmade creations on offer! To become a stallholder yourself contact 4790 3333.
Plantation Park
SATURDAY 11 OCTOBER
97.1 Sweet FM Markets
Saturday 8am-1pm
Join Sweet FM for an entertaining morning jammed full of wonderful market stalls from handmade crafts, sausage sizzle, hot coffee & tea, and sweet treats, on the station’s front lawns, all to the background of a live outside radio broadcast (request a song as you browse). To become a stallholder contact 0405 151 864.
97.1 Sweet FM front lawn (old Courthouse), Home Hill
SUNDAY 12 OCTOBER
BBQ Breakfast
Sunday 8am
The community is invited to attend the Burdekin Aero Club Inc. Monthly BBQ Breakfast at the Ayr Aerodrome from 8am to 11am. Meet the pilots, inspect the aircrafts, and enjoy a morning of socialisation for $15 per person. Call 0429 144 921 for more information.
Ayr Aerodrome, Brandon
WEDNESDAY 15
OCTOBER
Social and Networking Event
Wednesday 5:30pm
The community is invited to attend the Home Hill Chamber of Commerce Social and Networking Event for an enriching evening of socialisation.
Home Hill Community Sports Club
SUNDAY 19 OCTOBER
Burdekin Fights Back
Sunday 2pm
Join the community for a powerful afternoon of fundraising at Memorial Hall, supporting North Queensland Cancer. This gala event features a cent sale, mega raffle, licensed bar, and a special address by guest speaker Dr Paula Heggarty. For more information, call Raelene on 0407 118 671. Memorial Hall
SUNDAY 19 OCTOBER
Plantation Park Markets
Sunday 8am
Join the VVAA for an enjoyable morning overflowing with wonderful market stalls from handmade creations to delicious treats! To become a stallholder yourself contact 4783 6627.
Plantation Park
SUNDAY 2 NOVEMBER
Plantation Park Markets
Sunday 8am
Join Ayr State Primary School for a pictureperfect morning showcasing the talents and hobbies of both local and travelling stallholders with everything from home baked treats to handmade creations on offer! To become a stallholder yourself contact 4790 3333.
Plantation Park
SATURDAY 8 NOVEMBER
97.1 Sweet FM Markets
Saturday 8am-1pm
Join Sweet FM for an entertaining morning jammed full of wonderful market stalls from handmade crafts, sausage sizzle, hot coffee & tea, and sweet treats, on the station’s front lawns, all to the background of a live outside radio broadcast (request a song as you browse). To become a stallholder contact 0405 151 864.
97.1 Sweet FM front lawn (old Courthouse), Home Hill
SUNDAY 9 NOVEMBER
BBQ Breakfast
Sunday 8am
The community is invited to attend the Burdekin Aero Club Inc. Monthly BBQ Breakfast at the Ayr Aerodrome from 8am to 11am. Meet the pilots, inspect the aircrafts, and enjoy a morning of socialisation for $10 per person. Call 0429 144 921 for more information.
Ayr Aerodrome, Brandon
SUNDAY 16 NOVEMBER
Plantation Park Markets
Sunday 8am
Join the VVAA for an enjoyable morning overflowing with wonderful market stalls from handmade creations to delicious treats! To become a stallholder yourself contact 4783 6627.
Plantation Park
POSITIONS VACANT
Relief office assistant (to backfill staff on leave)
• approximately 10 hours a week
• drivers licence preferred
• training provided
PLEASE CONTACT: Gail or Robyn MEALS ON WHEELS: 074783 2659 OR EMAIL: mowayr@bigpond.com
WE'RE HIRING! PART-TIME ADMIN OFFICER
Join our Dingles Team!
Looking for a friendly efficient, and supportive work environment?
Dingle Smash Repairs, a trusted local smash repair shop, is seeking a motivated Part-time Administration Officer to help keep our busy workshop running smoothly.
About the Role:
This flexible part-time position is ideal for students, parents returning to work, or anyone looking to balance work with other commitments.
Key Responsibilities:
• Answer incoming calls and greet customers in a professional, friendly manner
• Schedule repair appointments and manage workshop bookings
• Maintain accurate customer files and job records
• Assist with insurance claim lodgements and paperwork
• General administrative support and office duties as required
How to Apply:
Kick-start your next career step with us today!
Send your resume to : office@dinglesmash.com.au
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day. You are always in our thoughts and forever in our hearts. With all our love,
Your loving wife Pam, and children Craig, Julie, Mark and Peter and their families.
The families of Anna “Nita” Marano extend their heartfelt thanks to all relatives and friends who attended Nita’s funeral service. Your presence was a source of comfort and support during this difficult time. We deeply appreciate the flowers, sympathy cards, and messages of condolence received from so many. Each gesture has meant a great deal to us and has helped in easing our sorrow. We wish to recognise Father Truong and the Bereavement Team for conducting the funeral service with compassion and care. Their guidance and support were invaluable. Our sincere thanks go to the Carers at Everglow who enabled Nita to remain at home, surrounded by familiar comforts. Their dedicationand support contributed greatly to her quality of life. We also acknowledge Robyn, Nita’s neighbour, for her ongoing support. Her kindness and assistance were deeply appreciated. We are grateful to the doctors, nurses, staff, and paramedics at the Ayr and ownsville Hospitals for their care and attention during Nita’s time of need. Finally, our gratitude extends to Elizabeth and Ken Wright for their support throughout this period.
With thanks from Angela, Bernadette, Pauline [deceased], Therese, Gerard, and their families
DEATH NOTICES
Dennis ANDERSON
Late of Ayr formerly of Perth
Beloved Husband of Kerry
Treasured Brother of Patsy & Denis Stagg. Fondly Loved Uncle, Cousin and Friend to many.
As per Dennis’s request a private cremation has been held.
Lewis Gordon COLLINS
Late of Ayr
Cherished Son of “Jack” & Mary Collins
Beloved Husband of Rhonda Collins (dec)
Treasured Father of Russell Collins, Perry Collins and John Collins
Adored Grandparent of Jason, Dale, Shonelle, Samantha and Liam
Dearly Loved Brother of Ken (dec), Lynette, Narelle and Barbara Fondly missed friend to many.
As per Lewis’s request, a private cremation has been held.
WEEKLYTVGUIDE
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6.00 Rage Charts. 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Rage. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Grantchester. 1.15 Professor T. 2.05 All Creatures Great And Small Christmas Special. 3.00 Great Southern Landscapes. 3.25 Earth. 4.30 Would I Lie To You? 5.00 Dr Ann’s Secret Lives. 5.25 Landline. 5.55 Australian Story. (PG) 6.30 Back Roads. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Beyond Paradise. (M) 8.30 Midsomer Murders. (M) 10.00 The Family Next Door. (M) 10.55 Miss Austen. (PG) 11.50 Rage. (MA15+)
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. 11.00 Compass. 11.30 Praise. 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. 2.30 Griff’s Great American South. 3.15 Nigella Bites. 3.40 Martin Clunes: Islands Of The Pacific. 4.30 Joanna Lumley’s Spice Trail Adventure. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Compass. 7.00 News. 7.30 Austin. 8.00 The Family Next Door. 8.55 I, Jack Wright. 9.40 MOVIE: Sunday Too Far Away. (1975) 11.10 Take 5. 11.45 Rage. 1.40 Under The Vines. 4.00 Gardening Aust. 5.00 Insiders.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Landline. 2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Brush With Fame. 3.25 Grand Designs. 4.15 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. 6.00 Spicks And Specks. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Aust Story. 8.30 Four Corners. 9.15 Media Watch. 9.35 Planet America. 10.05 News. 10.20 The Business. 10.40 A Life In Ten Pictures. 11.30 Parliament. 12.30 Grand Designs. 1.20 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. 2.10 Rage. 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. 4.30 Gardening Aust. 5.30 7.30.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 I, Jack Wright. 2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Brush With Fame. 3.25 Grand Designs. 4.15 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. 6.00 Spicks And Specks. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Foreign Correspondent. 8.30 Killer Whale: Australia’s Megapod. 9.30 Living With Devils. 10.30 News. 10.45 The Business. 11.00 Four Corners. 11.50 Media Watch. 12.05 The Howard Years. 1.05 Parliament. 2.05 Grand Designs. 2.50 Rage. 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. 4.30 Gardening Aust. 5.30 7.30.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.35 Media Watch. 2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Brush With Fame. 3.25 Grand Designs. 4.15 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. 6.00 Spicks And Specks. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Hard Quiz. 8.30 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. 9.05 Would I Lie To You? 9.35 Austin. 10.05 News. 10.20 The Business. 10.35 Planet America. 11.10 You Can’t Ask That. 11.40 Parliament. 12.40 Grand Designs. 1.30 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. 2.20 Rage. 3.40 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.35 Nigella Bites. 12.00 News. 1.00 Silent Witness. 2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Brush With Fame. 3.25 Grand Designs. 4.15 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. 6.00 Spicks And Specks. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads. 8.30 Grand Designs New Zealand. 9.15 The Family Next Door. 10.10 News. 10.25 The Business. 10.40 Grand Designs. 11.30 Parliament. 12.30 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. 1.20 Rage. 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. 4.30 Gardening Aust. 5.30 7.30.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Great Australian Road Trips. 3.00 Nula. 3.45 The Cook Up. 4.15 Secrets Of The Royal Palaces. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 The Good Ship Murder. 8.25 The Royals: A History Of Scandals. 9.20 Britain’s Most Luxurious Train Journeys. 10.15 SBS News. 10.45 Catch Me A Killer. 11.40 The Shelter. 1.15 Romulus. 3.10 Great Irish Interiors. 3.40 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. 4.40 Bamay. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Sailing. Sail Grand Prix Sassnitz. 3.00 Futebol Arte. 4.05 Going Places. 5.30 Hitler-Stalin: A Secret Relationship. 6.30 News. 7.30 Great British Cities With Susan Calman. 8.25 Leonardo Da Vinci. 9.25 Searching For Italy. 10.15 Great Australian Walks. 11.10 Homicide. 1.55 Incredible Homes. 3.55 Lap Of Luxury: Escapes Down Under. 4.20 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. 4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Cycling. Arctic Race Of Norway. H’lights. 4.00 Going Places. 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. H’lights. 5.30 HitlerStalin: A Secret Relationship. 6.30 News. 7.30 Rome Underground. 8.25 Secret Lives Of The Roman Emperors. 9.35 Tulum: The Last City Of The Mayan Empire. 10.35 The U.S. And The Holocaust. 12.55 24 Hours In Emergency. 3.35 Lap Of Luxury: Escapes Down Under. 4.05 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. 4.35 Bamay. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.05 Secrets Of The Royal Palaces. 2.55 Garage Dreams. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. H’lights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Portugal With Michael Portillo. 8.20 Abandoned Railways From Above. 9.15 Moulin Rouge: Yes We Can-Can! 10.15 SBS News. 10.45 Classified. 11.35 Tokyo Vice. 1.40 Blackport. 2.35 24 Hours In Emergency. 3.30 Great Irish Interiors. 4.00 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. 4.30 Bamay. 5.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.05 Secrets Of The Royal Palaces. 2.55 Garage Dreams. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. H’lights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Great Continental Railway Journeys. 8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline. 10.00 SBS News. 10.30 Secret World Of Snacks. 11.25 The Shift. 1.10 Everything You Love. 2.15 Ancient Egypt: Chronicles Of An Empire. 4.10 Great Irish Interiors. 4.40 Bamay. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Dateline. 2.30 Insight. 3.30 Plat Du Tour. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. H’lights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.35 Costco Vs Supermarkets. 8.30 DNA Journey. 9.35 Smilla’s Sense Of Snow. 10.40 SBS News. 11.10 Estonia. 12.50 Das Boot. 1.50 Ancient Egypt: Chronicles Of An Empire. 3.50 24 Hours In A&E. 4.40 Bamay. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.05 Secrets Of The Royal Palaces. 2.55 Garage Dreams. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. H’lights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Great Australian Road Trips. 8.25 National Parks From Above: Ireland. 9.20 Snowpiercer. 10.15 SBS News. 10.45 Dopesick. 11.55 Blue Lights. 1.55 Ancient Egypt: Chronicles Of An Empire. 3.55 Lap Of Luxury: Escapes Down Under. 4.25 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. 4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. 5.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 Your Money & Your Life. 1.30 Border Security: Int. 2.00 Better Homes. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 8.00 Football. AFL. Round 24. Port Adelaide v Gold Coast Suns. 11.00 GetOn Extra. 11.30 To Be Advised. 12.30 Touching Evil. 1.30 Travel Oz. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. 5.00 NBC Today.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. 12.00 Horse Racing. Saturday At The Valley, Winx Stakes Day and Saturday Raceday. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Creek To Coast. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Great Outdoors. (PG) 7.30 Ron Iddles: The Good Cop. (M) 8.35 MOVIE: 2012. (2009) (M) John Cusack. 11.50 To Be Advised. 1.15 Travel Oz. (PG) 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 It’s Academic. 5.00 Million Dollar Minute.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. 12.00 Sunday Footy Feast. 2.30 TBA. 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Weekender. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Football. AFL. Round 24. Brisbane Lions v Hawthorn. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. 11.00 7NEWS Spotlight. 12.00 Jamestown. (MA15+) 1.00 Travel Oz. (PG) 2.00 Home Shopping. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Therapy Nightmares. (2022) 3.00 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 Voice. (PG) 9.00 The Rookie. (M) 10.00 S.W.A.T. (M) 11.00 The Agenda Setters. 12.00 Gone. 1.00 Hooten & The Lady. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 TBA. 2.30 Border Security: Int. 3.00 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 Voice. (PG) 9.00 The Front Bar. (M) 10.00 Unfiltered. (PG) 10.30 The Agenda Setters. 11.30 Autopsy USA. 12.30 Fairly Legal. 1.30 Harry’s Practice. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 TBA. 2.30 Border Security: International. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PG) 8.30 Tik Tok: Top 100. (M) 10.30 Armed And Dangerous. (M) 12.00 Imposters. (M) 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Listen Out For Love. (2022) 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
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.30 NRLW Wrap. 3.15 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Titans v Dragons. 5.00 News. 5.30 Getaway. 6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 Rugby League. NRL. Eels v Roosters. 9.35 Soccer. English Premier League. Matchweek 2. Manchester City v Tottenham. 11.30 Law & Order: Organized Crime. 12.30 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. 1.30 Surfing Aust. 2.00 The Incredible Journey. 2.30 TV Shop. 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop. 5.30 Helping Hands. 6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 Intrepid Adventures. 10.00 Survivor: Australia V The World. 11.45 GCBC. 12.00 Everyday Gourmet. 12.30 Farm To Fork. 1.00 The Yes Experiment. 1.30 4x4 Adventures. 2.30
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Wide World Of Sports. 11.00 NRL Sunday Footy Show. 11.45 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Knights v Broncos. 1.45 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. NZ Warriors v Cronulla Sharks. 3.30 Rugby League. NRL. Tigers v North Qld Cowboys. 6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 The Block.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. 1.30 Young Sheldon. 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 Block. 8.45 100% Footy. (M) 9.45 Opal Hunters: Red Dirt Road Trip. (PG) 10.45 9News Late. 11.15 A Killer Makes A Call. 12.10 Footy Classified. 1.05 Hello
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. 1.15 Getaway. 1.45 My Way. 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 Block. (PG) 9.00 Paramedics. (M) 10.00 9News Late. 10.30 The Grand Tour. 11.00 9News Late. 11.50 La Brea. 12.35 Footy Classified. 1.30 TV Shop. 2.30 Skippy. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice. 4.30 ACA. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 Drew Barrymore. 7.00 Neighbours. 7.30 Everyday Gourmet. 8.00
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. 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 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Block. 8.40 Clarkson’s Farm. (M) 9.45 Freddy
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Secrets Of A Marine’s Wife. (2021) 3.00 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) 8.30 Clarkson’s Who Wants To Be A Millionaire UK. (PG) 9.30 Air Crash Investigations. (M) 10.30 What The Killer Did Next. (M) 11.30 Autopsy USA. 12.30 Life. 1.30 Travel Oz. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise. 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. 1.00 Space Invaders.
7.30pm Good Game Spawn Point.
8.00 Be Cool, ScoobyDoo! (R)
8.30 MythBusters
“There’s Your Problem!”. (PG, R)
8.55 Robot Wars. (R)
9.55 Merlin. (PG, R)
10.40 Officially Amazing. (PG, R)
11.05 Deadly 60. (R)
11.35 Dragon Ball Super. (PG, R)
7.30pm Teenage Boss: Next Level.
7.55 Kids Baking Championship.
8.40 Chopped Junior. (PG)
9.20 Fresh Off The Boat. (PG, R)
10.05 Abbott Elementary. (PG, R)
10.25 Speechless. (PG, R)
10.45 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. (R)
7.35pm The Mysterious Benedict Society.
8.30 Fresh Off The Boat. (PG, R)
9.10 Abbott Elementary. (PG, R)
9.55 Speechless. (R)
10.15 Merlin. (PG, R)
11.00 Secrets Of The Zoo. (PG, R)
11.50 Operation Ouch! (PG, R)
12.45am Malory Towers. (PG, R)
7.35pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. (R)
7.50 The Inbestigators. (R)
8.05 Dr Ann’s Secret Lives. (R)
8.45 Contraption Masters. (PG)
9.30 The Crystal Maze. (R)
10.15 Merlin. (PG, R)
11.00 Good Game Spawn Point. (R)
7.35pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. (R)
7.50 The Inbestigators. (R)
8.05 Operation Ouch! (R)
8.40 Deadly 60. (R)
9.10 Expedition With Steve Backshall. (PG, R)
10.00 Merlin. (PG, R)
10.45 Dance Life. (PG, R)
11.35 Officially Amazing. (PG, R)
12.05am Good Game Spawn Point. (R)
7.35pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. (R)
7.50 The Inbestigators. (R)
8.05 Operation Ouch! (R)
8.40 Fresh Off The Boat. (PG, R)
9.25 The Mysterious Benedict Society. (R)
10.15 Merlin. (PG, R)
11.00 Abbott Elementary. (PG, R)
11.55 Good Game Spawn Point. (R)
7.35pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. (R)
7.50 The Inbestigators. (R)
8.05 Operation Ouch! (R)
8.40 Secrets Of The Zoo. (PG)
9.25 Teenage Boss: Next Level. (R)
9.50 The Mysterious Benedict Society. (PG, R)
6.00pm Bargain Hunt. (R)
7.00 Better Homes And Gardens.
8.30 Escape To The Country.
11.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)
12.30 Room For Improvement. (R)
1.00 The Real Seachange. (R)
1.30 Australia’s Deadliest. (PG, R)
2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)
6.00pm Every Bite Takes You Home. (PG)
6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R)
8.30 Escape To The Country.
9.30 Escape To The Country. (R)
11.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R)
1.30 Weekender. (R)
2.00 Sydney Weekender. (R)
6.00pm Escape To The Country. (R)
7.00 Greatest Escapes To The Country. (R)
7.45 Mrs Brown’s Boys. (M, R)
8.30 Vera. (M, R)
10.30 Manhunt: The Night Stalker. (M, R)
11.30 Greatest Escapes To The Country. (R)
12.15 The Great Australian Doorstep. (PG, R)
5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)
6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)
7.30 Doc Martin. (M, R)
8.30 Endeavour. (M, R)
10.30 Hitler’s Holocaust Railways With Chris Tarrant. (M)
12.00 Doc Martin. (M, R)
1.00 Bargain Hunt. (R)
2.00 Australia’s Deadliest. (PG, R)
5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)
6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)
7.30 Call The Midwife. (M, R)
8.45 Foyle’s War. (M, R)
10.55 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R)
11.55 Bargain Hunt. (R)
12.55 Room For Improvement. (R) 1.30 The Real Seachange. (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 Lewis. (M, R)
10.45 Air Crash Investigations: The Accident Files. (PG, R)
11.45 Bargain Hunt. (R)
12.45 Room For Improvement. (R)
1.30 The Real Seachange. (R)
2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)
5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)
6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)
7.30 Father Brown. (M, R)
8.30 Line Of Duty. (MA15+, R)
9.50 Murdoch Mysteries. (M, R)
11.50 Father Brown. (M, R)
12.50 Room For Improvement. (R)
1.30 The Real Seachange. (R)
6.00pm American Pickers. (PG, R)
7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)
7.30 Motorbike Cops. (PG, R)
8.00 Motorbike Cops. (PG, R)
8.30 Movie: Enemy Of The State. (1998) (M, R) 11.15 Movie: The Karate Kid Part III. (1989) (PG, R) 2.00 Golf. LIV Golf Michigan. Day 1.
5.00pm Football. AFL Women’s. Round 2. Fremantle v Brisbane Lions.
7.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 2. Hawthorn v Carlton.
9.15 Storage Wars. (PG)
9.45 Pawn Stars. (PG)
10.45 Pawn Stars. (PG)
11.45 Towies. (PG, R)
12.00 Golf. LIV Golf Michigan. Day 2.
6.00pm The Wash Up. 7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)
7.30 The 1% Club. (PG, R)
8.30 Movie: Ford V Ferrari. (2019) (M, R) Matt Damon, Christian Bale, Jon Bernthal. 11.40 Movie: Baby Driver. (2017) (MA15+, R)
7.00 Football. AFL. Round 24. Gold Coast Suns v Essendon. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. 11.00 Caught On Dashcam. (PG)
12.00 American Restoration. (PG, R)
12.30 Storage Wars. (PG, R)
6.00pm American Pickers. (PG, R) 7.00 Football. AFL. Legends Game For Prostate Cancer. Victoria v The All-Stars. 10.00 Kick Ons. 10.30 Movie: Resident Evil: Extinction. (2007) (MA15+, R) 12.30 American Restoration. (PG, R)
7.30 Death In Paradise. (M, R) 8.40 Recipes For Love And Murder. (M) 10.40 The Closer. (M, R) 11.40 French And Saunders. (M) 12.20 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House. (R)
6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
7.30 New Tricks. (M, R)
8.40 Agatha Raisin. (M)
9.40 Grantchester. (M, R)
10.50 The Closer. (M, R) 11.50 French And Saunders. (M) 12.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 1.00 Tennis. US Open. Day 3.
5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House. (R)
6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 7.30 As Time Goes By. (R) 8.40 Midsomer Murders. (M, R) 10.40 The Closer. (M, R) 11.40 French And Saunders. (M)
12.20 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 1.00 Tennis. US Open. Day 4.
5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House. (R)
6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
7.30 RBT. (M) 8.30 Emergency. (M, R) 9.30 RPA. (PG, R) 10.30 Chicago Med. (MA15+) 11.30 The Real Murders Of Atlanta. (M) 12.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
12.30 Entertainment Tonight. (R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)
6.05pm If You Are The One.
7.05 Jeopardy! (R)
7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R)
8.30 Sex: A Bonkers History. (MA15+, R) 9.25 Sex With Sunny Megatron. (MA15+, R) 10.30 Homeland. (M, R)
1.25 Somewhere Boy. (M, R)
1.55 Alone Denmark. (M, R)
6.00pm Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 National Indigenous Fashion Awards. (R) 7.35 Impossible Engineering. (R) 8.30 Little Fires Everywhere. 9.35 Little Fires Everywhere. 10.40 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 1. 1.50 Life After Deaf Stand Up Show. (M, R)
5.50pm Alone Sweden. (PG, R)
6.40 Abandoned Engineering. (PG, R)
7.35 Abandoned Engineering. (M, R)
8.30 Cursed Gold: A Shipwreck Scandal. 9.25 Great Australian Road Trips. (PG, R) 10.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 2. 1.50 Letterkenny. (MA15+, R)
5.30pm Food That Built The World. (PG, R) 7.05 Jeopardy! (R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Music Videos That Defined The 90s. (PG, R) 9.25 Never Mind The Buzzcocks. (M, R) 10.10 Big Backyard Quiz. (M, R) 11.10 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 3.
5.25pm Food That Built The World: Best Served Cold. (PG, R) 7.00 Jeopardy! (R) 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.25 Alone. (M)
9.35 The Day The Rock Star Died. (M, R)
10.05 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 4. 1.05 Alone Denmark. (PG, R)
12.30 Entertainment Tonight. (R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)
5.25pm Food That Built The World. (PG, R) 7.00 Jeopardy! (R) 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Movie: Letters From Iwo Jima. (2006) (MA15+, R) Kazunari Ninomiya, Ken Watanabe. 11.00 Movie: Chiliheads. (2021) (M, R) 12.20 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 5.
Becker. (PG, R)
Frasier. (PG, R)
Ghosts. (PG, R)
The King Of Queens. (PG, R)
Entertainment Tonight. (R)
10.40 Merlin. (PG, R)
2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)
Home Shopping. (R) 6.05pm Over The Black Dot. (R) 6.35 Travel Man. (PG, R)
Jeopardy! (R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 The Curse Of Oak Island. (PG) 10.10 The UnXplained With William Shatner. (M) 11.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 6.
4 Defer (7) 7 Initiative (10)
Seemingly (10) 19 Amount owing (4) 20 Great fear (6) 21 District (4)
22 Apart (5)
24 Got (8)
27 Snuff out (6)
28 Written text for performance (6)
31 Worth (5)
34 Inconsequential things (6)
35 Screen from sun (5)
37 Sloth (7)
38 Home (7)
41 Visage (4)
42 Thin fog (4)
43 Knit (7)
44 Amaze (7)
45 Leniency (5)
47 Enigma (6)
48 Robbery (5)
50 Furious (6)
52 Meal (6)
53 Revise with collaboration (8)
55 Set in stone (5)
58 Emanate (4)
59 Quit (6)
61 Jealousy (4)
63 Blend in (10)
64 Get (6)
66 Stead (4)
67 Between heaven and hell (5)
68 Galley (7)
69 Problem (6)
70 Grow worse (10)
71 Lifetime foe (7)
72 Beat (6)
Down 2 Battlefield shout (6)
3 Approved (8)
4 Terrible (5)
5 Go beyond accepted limits (8)
6 Figure (6)
7 Cause to love (6)
8 Teach (7)
9 Let go of (10)
10 All the people (8)
16 Weave together (5)
17 Tolerate (6)
23 Offering (9)
25 Reservoir (9)
26 Indemnify (9)
29 Awkward (5)
30 Name of artistic work (5)
31 Intended (5)
32 What’s left (9)
33 Insipid (9)
36 Decay (9)
39 Heat (bread) (5)
40 Private instructor (5)
41 Hurl (5)
46 Give with others (10)
49 Do without (6)
51 Robbery (5)
52 Exhaustive (8)
54 The peak (8)
56 Individuality (8)
57 Man-at-arms (7)
59 Take away (6)
60 Oral (6)
62 Disappear (6)
65 Unexpected extra (5)
sudoku
27 Snuff out (6)
Down
2 Battlefield shout (6)
3 Approved (8)
4 Terrible (5)
5 Go beyond accepted limits (8)
6 Figure (6)
7 Cause to love (6)
8 Teach (7)
9 Let go of (10)
10 All the people (8)
16 Weave together (5)
17 Tolerate (6)
23 Offering (9)
25 Reservoir (9)
26 Indemnify (9)
29 Awkward (5)
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.
28 Written text for performance (6) 31 Worth (5) 34 Inconsequential things (6)
35 Screen from sun (5) 37 Sloth (7)
38 Home (7) 41 Visage (4)
42 Thin fog (4)
43 Knit (7)
44 Amaze (7)
45 Leniency (5)
47 Enigma (6)
48 Robbery (5)
50 Furious (6)
52 Meal (6)
53 Revise with collaboration (8)
55 Set in stone (5)
58 Emanate (4)
59 Quit (6)
61 Jealousy (4)
63 Blend in (10)
64 Get (6)
66 Stead (4)
67 Between heaven and hell (5)
68 Galley (7)
69 Problem (6)
70 Grow worse (10)
71 Lifetime foe (7)
72 Beat (6)
30 Name of artistic work (5)
31 Intended (5)
32 What’s left (9)
33 Insipid (9)
36 Decay (9)
39 Heat (bread) (5)
40 Private instructor (5)
41 Hurl (5)
46 Give with others (10)
49 Do without (6)
51 Robbery (5)
52 Exhaustive (8)
54 The peak (8)
56 Individuality (8)
57 Man-at-arms (7)
59 Take away (6)
60 Oral (6)
62 Disappear (6)
65 Unexpected extra (5)
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Football Matters with Cyclops
not so good weekend for the Panthers, winning just two and losing four of the six matches played. On Saturday, away to Brothers the Premiers won 4-1 but the Reserves lost 0-9. On Friday, in Townsville the Ladies lost 2-3 to Brothers and the Division 1 Men lost 2-5 to Brothers. The Division 2 Funkies lost 1-6 to Saints Eagles Souths. And on Wednesday evening the Ladies beat Wulguru 9-1 at home, This week the Premiers and Reserves are away to Warriors, the Premiers at 7.30 and the Reserves at 5.30. On Friday, the Division 1 Men and Ladies are at home, the Division 1 Men play Estates at 8.30 and the Ladies are up against Warriors at 6.30.The Division 2 are away to Rebels at 8.30. Night Soccer kicks off its 46th year
The Ayr Anzac Club Premiers away to Brothers, produced one of their best performances of the season, storming to a 4-1 win that keeps their top four hopes alive. The Panthers got off to a dream start when Ryan Scodellaro unleashed a strike from outside the box inside five minutes. Just moments later, Elliot Dal Santo tore down the wing and whipped in a brilliant cross for Jay Leckenby, who finished first time to make it 2-0. Brothers, chasing the minor premiership, hit back midway through the half, but Burdekin’s defensive intensity kept them at bay. On the stroke of halftime, Jack Gimson played a superb through ball to Leckenby, who calmly slotted the ball past the keeper to restore the two-goal cushion at
The second half saw Burdekin sit in a compact shape, frustrating Brothers while threatening on the break. In the 75th minute, Leckenby completed his hat trick with another clinical finish, sealing the game. The 4-1 victory keeps Burdekin’s finals hopes alive for another week and sends a
clear message that they remain serious contenders.
Reserves
Burdekin Tyre Service Reserves travelled to Brothers, short on troops, for an early afternoon game. Expectations were for a good showing and the first half brought that. Despite being under pressure for most of the half, the Reserves were able to put together some passages of good play and create a few half chances. Possession told as Brothers scored a goal twenty minutes in, but Burdekin responded well and were the better force in the last 15 to 20 minutes of the half.
The second half was one to regret and forget. It was a poor start by conceding an opening goal inside the first five minutes. The entire team put in another game full of effort, but poor ball control and passing let us down. Without sustained possession the team was always under pressure and the fatigue really started to show with some playing injured and others having played a full game in Firsts the night before. Brothers picked up their intensity and drove home their advantage in the last quarter of an hour. The match finished at 0-9 to Brothers and was a disappointing result considering the effort and position that had been established by halftime.
Division 1 Men
The Austral Masonry Division 1 Men lost 2-5 away to Brothers.
Division 2 Men
The C.A. Contracting Funkies continued their fight for a finals spot when they battled competition leaders Saints on Friday night. In what can only be described as a disappointing first half, Burdekin conceded four goals. It was a strange half with the Funkies having chances and with the ball mostly in Saints half, but when Saints surged forward, they just continued to score.
The second half started with Saints scoring another two goals to lead 6-0 after 55 minutes and an absolute
thrashing was looking likely. The Funkies finally stopped the flow of goals and even got a consolation goal through Brad Wright for a final score, a 6-1 defeat. This Friday is the Funkies biggest game of the season vs Rebels ultimately a play-off between 4th and 5th for the last finals spot.
Ladies
The Ayr Anzac Club Ladies faced Wulguru on Wednesday night at home and came out firing. Zandi Bonanno set the tone early with two quick goals in the 2nd and 6th minutes. Sienna Lago followed up with a double of her own, scoring in the 8th and 42nd minutes to give Burdekin a commanding lead at halftime. After the break, Wulguru managed to pull one back, but Burdekin quickly regained control, an own goal in the 52nd minute, followed by strikes from Kayla Steiner and Brielle Astorquia. Sienna Lago was not done yet, adding two more goals late in the match to seal a 9–1 victory. A dominant performance, well done, girls! Then on Friday night the Ladies took on Brothers at High Vista Park. Brothers opened the scoring in the 18th minute, but the early setback only fuelled Burdekin’s determination. Brielle Astorquia struck back in the 25th minute, and Zandi Bonanno followed up with a goal in the 40th to give Burdekin a 2-1 the lead heading into halftime. Early in the second half, Brothers were awarded a penalty and converted to level the score. Despite Burdekin dominating possession Brothers managed to sneak through in the 80th minute to score and win 3-2. A tough result, but a performance full of effort and resilience from the Ladies.
Juniors
On Saturday, our local juniors had inter-club matches, with some very competitive and friendly action on the pitch. We hope all the kids and coaches who ventured to Cairns for the final FQ Academy carnival of the year had a great time and gained a lot of valuable experiences!
Roosters A Grade Injury Woes Continue
LEAGUE
The Burdekin Roosters A Grade suffered another injury setback last Sunday, going down 32-22 to Western Lions in Townsville. After dominating Charters Towers in the second half last week, the forwards were expected to perform similarly against the Lions. That didn’t happen. Last week’s player of the match, big forward Braedyn Cotter, went down injured in the first ten minutes and didn’t return. Soon after, recent signing and Fijian first-grader Kalevi Raluli injured a hamstring and was forced off. Coach Steve Lansley was left with just 15 men to rotate.
Lansley described it as a “heartbreaking loss” in a game marked by contentious officiating that seemed to go against the Roosters. Despite the effort, 50/50 calls consistently favoured the Lions.
Standouts were Lachie Sheppard, Colby Thompson, and Terrence Mosby. Sheppard excelled in attack and defence, Thompson’s creativity at nine kept Burdekin in contention, and Mosby constantly broke tackles, providing crucial go-forward.
Tries came from Terry Connors, Kali Nauque, Nemia Nawave, and Dylan Doak, with Doak kicking three goals. Disputed penalties and a tight no-try ruling shifted momentum at key moments, allowing the Lions to edge ahead in a tight second half.
The reserves went down 52-16 to a powerful Western Lions side. The Lions’ speed and mobility proved too much for the Roosters, who have had a mixed season. The loss eliminates finals hopes, though the season unearthed talent for the future. Tries were scored by Llama Ghee, Bokeem Reid (2), and Sakuisi Dreunimolea.
Other Results
A Grade: Brothers 22 d. Charters Towers 18, Norths 26 d. Herbert River 24, Souths 32 d. Centrals 18 Reserve Grade: Charters Towers 32 d. Brothers 28, Herbert River 44 d. Norths 16, Souths 40 d. Centrals 22, Bowen bye Women: Brothers 22 d. Charters Towers 4 This Weekend
The final regular-round games see the Roosters host Herbert River on Saturday (reserves 3pm, A Grade 4.30pm). Centrals host Western Lions, Charters Towers and Souths have byes in A Grade. Towers visit Bowen in reserves and women’s matches.
Coach Lansley will welcome Tate Brombal back in the forwards and may blood some reserves. Herbert River, third on the ladder in both grades, will bring strong teams despite losing their last two A Grade games. The Roosters plan a big post-game celebration with a live band.
Contributed with thanks to Brian Carnes
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A Week of Social Bowls and Friendly Competition
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Ayr Bowling Club Report
This week at the Ayr Bowling Club had a busy week with competition games played all week. Tuesday 12th August saw Ladies Social Bowls giving us 2 triples game. Winners were Isabel Cislowski, Ron Soper and Betty Schultz defeating Jeanette McDonald, Donna Soper and Irene Wilson. Karen Shepherd Merle Nixon and Rayleen Hervey defeated Linda Giumelli, Katharina Stuckler and Dot Cutting.
On Wednesday, we saw a great afternoon’s social bowling competition. There were three games of Triples and one game of pairs. Winners were Joe Papale and Chris Berkery defeating Bruce and Barry Shepherd.
Saturday Social Bowls was sponsored by Ray Wall for his Patrons Day a lively afternoon of competition and camaraderie with 28 bowlers turning out. Featuring four fantastic games of triples and one pairs game. Emerging victorious on the day were Deslie Olsen, and Pam Power defeating Karen Shepherd and Barry Shepherd. Second place saw Arthur Gauvin, Lorraine Wolffe and Dot Cutting defeating Isabell Cilwoski, John McDonald and Lew Stidston. Third place went to Ray Wall / Val Edwards, John Pirrone and Sam Caltabiano defeating Donna Soper, Wayne Coonan and Sandra Stidston.
Competition Mixed singles fea-
tured four games this week. Cisco defeating Ron Smythe 25 -18. Ron Soper defeating Sam Caltabiano 25 – 15. Anthony Bull defeating Shane Stanford 25 –10. Gary Pearce defeating John Macdonald. Winners now proceed to the next round. Country Pennants are on September 6th played at Bowen Bowls club. Players names on the clubhouse games board please 12 players are required.
The club also extended a warm welcome to several travelling visitors, whose presence added to the vibrant atmosphere and spirit of friendly play.
Saturday afternoons at the club continue to be a fantastic opportunity for locals and newcomers alike to meet new people, enjoy the fresh air, and discover the joys of bowls. Whether you’re a seasoned player or picking up a bowl for the first time, you’re invited to come down, give it a go, and join the fun!
If you are interested in giving Bowls a try, Friday Roll Ups are a good place to start. They are held every Friday afternoon from 3:00 - 5:30pm. Whether you’re looking to hone your skills, enjoy some friendly training tips, or simply unwind with a drink, these casual roll-ups are the perfect way to kick off the weekend. Come down for some training, enjoy a few drinks, and join in the fun with fellow club members.
Burdekin Bowls: Winter Highlights and Winners
Home Hill Bowls Club Report BOWLS
Welcome to winter, Burdekin style, to our visitors and new members: Mack Swaine from Maclean NSW, Ray Hollis from Beresfield NSW, Ken Ferguson, Brandon Bowls Club, and new member Rob Dale.
Thursday’s winners (pictured) were Ken Ferguson, Dino Poli, and Joe Linton. The raffle was won by Norm Bethell. Next week’s prizes will be $15 for 1st, $10 for 2nd, and $5 for 3rd. With 24 players again, we played 4 games of triples.
Rink 3: Bob Pickard, Ray Hollis, and Alex Bojack finished strongly over Paul Vass, Bruce McCallum, and Norm Bethell.
Rink 4: Ken Ferguson, Dino Poli, and Joe Linton had a good win against Judy Elton, Mack Swaine, and Glen [Bones] Berryman.
Rink 5: Bob Young, Mick Olsen, and Mick McClosky held on against a fast-finishing Warren (Yogi) Bunn, Elaine Young, and Steve Doig.
Rink 6: Margaret Linton, Des Chapman, and Trevor Elton were too strong for Rob Darr, Michael Young, and Terry Feakes.
Monday morning fitness and Tuesday Trimmers
are still on. Included in Tuesday morning is Funday Tuesday, starting at 10 am—come along for a bowl and maybe make some new friends! Wednesday morning Kraft Group and Wednesday night Barefoot Bowls and Sausage Sizzle continue as usual. Thursday morning Bingo is followed by social bowls—names in by 1 pm to help with the draw. Saturday afternoon $5 Bowls is also going well. Until next week, good bowling!
Photo and report by Steve Doig
Thursday’s winners: Ken Ferguson, Dino Poli, and Joe Linton. Photo credit: Steve Doig
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Burdekin Netballers Rock The Chop For
In just a week’s time, nine members of the Burdekin Netball Association (BNA) will rock the chop as part of a wonderful fundraising initiative in support of both the Cancer Council Australia and the Ponytail Project!
Aimee Gibson, Kristine Patti, Brittany Bohl, Cailin Gosling, Dominique Gorey, Ella Zabel, Jade Bolam, Tayah Gibson and Tayla McKaig have all committed to cut their hair at the Burdekin Netball Association’s Wigs and Wine fundraising event in aid of Home Hill Harvest Festival Entrant, Aaliyah Gibson next Friday the 29th of August.
The event will see both members of the BNA and the wider community come together for one final “shindig” at the Home Hill courts before the BNA’s clubhouse undergoes an extensive renovation process over the end of season break and tickets to the evening are already on sale!
Priced at just $45, attendees can enjoy a glass of bubbles and a delicious high supper, and all tickets can be purchased from the BNA clubhouse or from NQIB located in Ayr’s Young Street.
With still plenty of time and the event itself to go, the girls have completely smashed their fundraising goals and have raised an outstanding total just shy of $10,000!
The Ponytail Project raises vital funds and awareness to directly support the important work of the Cancer Council Australia whilst developing wigs for those diagnosed with cancer. The BNA understands how a wig can make all the difference in a person’s journey through cancer, and asks anyone who can to donate to the girls’ fundraising links listed on the Burdekin Netball Association’s Facebook page.
