Cairns Local News December 03

DECEMBER 3, 2021

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WATER security remains top of Council’s wish list when the Federal Government hands down its next Budget and leading into the next Federal election.

Federal Budgets are normally delivered in May each year, however with 2022 being an election year, it is widely expected that the 202223 Federal Budget will be handed down earlier.

Council will make a formal submission that provisions be made in the forward estimates of the Federal Government 2022/23 Budget, for a contribution of $107.5 million towards the Cairns Water Security – Stage 1 project.

The project will secure the city’s water needs well into the next decade by sourcing new water from the Mulgrave River, which will be integrated into the Cairns network.

This follows Council’s submission in October to the Queensland Government for a similar commitment towards the Cairns Water Security – Stage 1 project being made in its 2022/23 Budget.

“The city’s primary water source, Copperlode Falls Dam, was built in 1976 when our population was 58,000 people.

“Our service population has more than tripled since then to 198,000 (residents and visitors) – Copperlode will simply not be able to meet the water needs of our growing population,” Cairns Mayor Bob Manning said.

“By 2026, demand for water in Cairns could will outstrip our existing supply capacity; it is unfathomable that, without action, the largest city in the Wet Tropics could actually run-out of drinking water.”

Cairns Mayor Bob Manning said the project would also yield significant economic benefits for the city.

“During its construction, the project is expected to contribute more than $242 million to Cairns economy and support the equivalent of 1,658 annual full time jobs.

“Once complete, it will importantly protect our reputation as a high quality tourist destination, the flow on effect being it will support more than 3100 fulltime jobs across the city.

In April 2021, Council unanimously endorsed the Cairns Water Security – Stage 1 project as its number 1 advocacy priority and since then has received strong support from

the Cairns business community for the project.

More than 200 businesses have uploaded their logos to the Council’s website in a show of support for the $215 million project and the project (and the budget submission) also has the support of the Federal Member for Leichhardt Warren Entsch as well as his State counterparts.

Cr Manning said securing a future water supply was the most crucial project for the region over the next decade and support from both the Federal and State governments was essential.

“Council cannot afford to go through this alone without adverse ramifications for the community, such has potentially higher rates and/or a reduced capacity to deliver other key community projects and services,” he said.

“Our community shouldn’t be burdened with these unacceptable choices when at this very moment, State and Federal Governments are investing hundreds of millions of dollars in water projects in other parts of Queensland.

“It’s time for both the Federal and State Governments to commit similar funding for Cairns.”

The Smithfield Bypass has been operating since November 25, three years after the construction began; however, it is still hard to tell how the reception of the $164 million project has been so far.

The bypass road on Captain Cook Highway is a project funded by the Queensland Government. Its primary purpose is to alleviate the heavy traffic on the section of the highway between McGregor Road and the intersection of the Captain Cook Highway and Cairns Western Arterial Road roundabouts.

The project would install new traffic lights, upgrade to four lanes on the Cairns Western Arterial Road and build an overpass bridge at McGregor Road roundabout.

The government’s expectations for the 174-meter-project were to make the roundabout safer for drivers, improve traffic conditions by reducing congestion and increase car capacity on the Cairns Arterial Road. The public has been hesitant about it. At Cairns Local News we want to know what you think? Let us know at editorial@cairnslocalnews. com.au or Text the Editor at 0438 195 408.

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LIGHTS ARE ON FOR CHRISTMAS ON THE ESPLANADE

By Isabella Guzman Gonzalez

CAIRNS is feeling the holiday spirit now that the Christmas tree lights are turned on after the switch-on event on December 1 to celebrate the beginning of the Christmas season.

The event catered for families began at 4:30 pm; it counted with the presence of the Queensland Youth Orchestra Big Band, FNQ Dance Academy, Cairns Young Voices, and a Santa Claus meet and greet.

Cr Kristy Vallely visited the tree on November 30 with Mrs Claus and her elf to celebrate the beginning of the holidays.

“I’m very excited, we’ll have three hours of events, performers, the Queensland Youth Orchestra, and we’re lightning up the tree at 7,” she said.

“The tree is ten meters tall; it has 8,000 LED lights on it, and the theme is reef and rainforest.

We’ve also got some gorgeous trees the local schools have made, and they’ll be all along the promenade.”

This year, the newest addition is the Palm Tree Alley, which includes 30 colourful trees installed along the Esplanade promenade.

Mayor Bob Manning said talented students from schools across the city decorated the trees.

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“A few months ago, we invited schools to have students decorate these trees to be part of the city’s festive celebrations,” Cr Manning said.

“The result has been spectacular; we have some wonderfully unique decorations that really reflect that we love Cairns.”

For Cr Vallely, it’s important to keep this Christmas community tradition alive.

“This is my favourite time of the year. I think that the lightning of the tree is a lovely tradition for us all to get together, enjoy this beautiful time of the year and come together as a community,” Cr Vallely said.

Council’s Plan for bold climate action THE Council’s Draft Cairns Climate Change Strategy 2030, released for public consultation on November 24, has two cornerstones: Achieving net-zero emissions by 2030 and moving to 100% renewable energy for its operations.

The draft strategy builds on the achievements and actions of the Climate Change Strategy 2010-2015 and aims to guide Council’s climate actions for the next decade.

Mayor Bob Manning said Cairns was particularly vulnerable to climate change’s potential impacts, and it was important that Council acted.

“Our natural environment is our greatest asset, but it is under increasing pressure from climate change,” Cr Manning said.

“Records reveal that in just the past 22 years, we have experienced our warmest 20 years on record.

“We are the guardians of two World Heritage-listed natural environments – the

Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics Rainforest – and it is our responsibility to do all we can to protect these assets and our lifestyle.

“Our Climate Change Strategy 2030 will provide a pathway to mitigating and adapting to the impacts of climate change; it will embed environmental considerations into our organisation and operations and support a Smart Green Economy.”

The draft strategy incorporates commitments and over 100 actions across six focus areas – community, industry, energy, transport, built environment, and the natural environment – which will guide Council’s planning for the next decade on climate action. Actions to support those commitments include the replacement of streetlights with LEDs, advocacy to ensure renewable energy developments in the region, delivering local benefits and minimising local environmental impacts, and

considering climate change risks when preparing Council’s new planning scheme and master plans.

Cr Manning said the public forums, consultation with Traditional Custodians and the Cairns Youth Climate Summits had played a significant role in the Draft Cairns Climate Change Strategy 2030.

“We have an important leadership role to play as a Council, and we have a responsibility to our citizens to do what we can, to lead by example and, importantly, listen to what people have to say,” Cr Manning said.

“I would encourage residents to take the opportunity to review the draft strategy and provide feedback.”

Citizens can review ‘The Draft Cairns Climate Change Strategy 2030’ online at: https://www.cairns.qld.gov.au/ council/projects-and-priorities/ have-your-say/open/cairnsclimate-change-strategy2030-feedback.

The proposed strategy outlines four key commitments: 1. Net-zero emissions for Council operations by 2030 2. Council electricity supplied from 100% renewable energy 3. Support community progress towards Queensland’s emissions reductions target of 30% below 2005 levels by 2030 and net zero emissions by 2050 4. Prepare Council and the community to adapt and prosper in a changing climate

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VPG RECRUITS LOCAL TALENT FOR WUCHOPPEREN TRAINEESHIP PROGRAM FOLLOWING the success of the Wuchopperen Traineeship program in 2021, local not-forprofit organisation Vocational Partnerships Group (VPG) rolls out the recruitment drive for a second year running.

Working together to strengthen employment prospects for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in the local community, the program provides an entry pathway into administration, facilities and information technology.

VPG CEO Maryanne Tranter said the working partnership has successfully progressed employment opportunities for local Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander youth.

“The partnership has provided a supported pathway for young Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people looking to kick start their career and work towards achieving their goals and aspirations.

“We are pleased to continue supporting the recruitment drive for the program as it moves into the second year, we are committed to developing economic opportunities that allow young people in our community to thrive and lead fulfilling lives.

“We will work closely with applicants who demonstrate strengths and skills matched to the positions available, providing pre-employment support to

Cairns’ students and parents learn how to stay safe online

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OVER 650 students from Woree State High School and Kuranda District State College participated in the OPTUS’ Digital Thumbprint Program on November 25 and 26, providing them with tools to be safe online.

The OPTUS’ Digital Thumbprint Program is free. Its tour through Cairns and Townsville reached around 2,000 students and their parents with skills and tools for cybersecurity, digital identity, cyberbullying, and more.

OPTUS’ Territory General Manager, Central and North Queensland, Dave Morrissey, said the program wants to make sure to point youngsters in the right direction from an early age.

“We understand how powerful technology is, and we also understand there’s a responsibility to all technology users to make sure that they use it appropriately from an early age,” Mr Morrissey said.

“I think having access to resources and understanding what is available is a massive part of this, and as technology evolves, so does the type of approach we need to take for

Image Supplied: Brandon Bennet - VPG Trainee ensure the young people selected are well prepared and ready for work,” said Ms Tranter.

Wuchopperen Health Service CEO Dania Ahwang welcomes the continued partnership with VPG which supported four trainees this year.

“As a health service we have a commitment to keeping our generations growing strong and that includes ‘growing our own’ not only through our health and wellbeing services but by creating employment pathways; and the VPG youth traineeships are an excellent way to do this,” said Ms Ahwang.

Brandon Bennet (pictured) was a Wuchopperen trainee in 2021, transitioning through the program into ongoing employment as a Facilities Support Officer.

“Finishing school and mov-

ing straight into a traineeship with Wuchopperen has been amazing.

“It’s given me the opportunity to access on the job training, learn new skills and gain a qualification while I get paid,” said Mr Bennet.

Promoting strong foundations for a successful future, the program combines work and learning opportunities over a 12-month period.

Interested community members are invited to attend an Information Session at VPG, Manunda on Thursday November 25 to learn more about the traineeships available and the application process.

All interested candidates are to contact VPG directly for further information.

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cyber safety and cyber security.

“We’ve got around 1,300 students in the Townsville region who will take advantage of this program, we’ve got another 700 up in Cairns, but I think it extends beyond that. While they learn about it in the classroom, there’s also who they talk to about it, so the impact is limitless, and it’s the little pieces of information they take with them that make the difference,” he said.

The year 4/5 class at the Kuranda District College had an immersive lesson on cyber

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security with Mark Stanley, the Digital Thumbprint Facilitator. They discussed their social media and online gaming use, protecting their personal information and what makes a strong password. Mr Stanley got the kids playing a social media detective game to show them how easy we give away our information online and testing how strong their day-to-day passwords were.

11-year-old Isaiah Thomson said that what he remembers the most from the lesson is how to protect his password.

“It’s important to learn about this so that you’re not stuck in a dangerous situation,” he said.

Mr Stanley thinks programs like this are necessary because our reliance on technology and social media is inevitable and will keep increasing, so we should do our best to keep children safe online.

“I have met many parents who don’t want to be on social media, and that’s ok; you don’t need to be on it, but you do need to know about it,” Mr Stanley said.

“We have cemented our online use in the last couple of years, and there is no turning back; that’s why we need to take control and teach our kids how to stay safe online and how to be good cyber citizens.”

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Improvement works Abbott St, Cairns City: Light fitting replacement between Florence St and Aplin St. Night works on 8-9 December, from 2am to 6am.

Aeroglen Dr, Aeroglen: Asphalt patching near the Queensland Railway line. Night works start 6 December, from 6pm to 6am.

Brown St / Scott St, Bungalow: Asphalt overlay of the roundabout. Night works start 8 December, from 6pm to 6am.

Feedback wanted on Palm Cove’s future Council wants to know what you think about Palm Cove and future improvements to public areas along the Esplanade and foreshore.

Input is being sought to help shape the Palm Cove Streetscape and Landscape Master Plan, which will consider community concerns and ways to

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maintain and enhance the precinct’s distinctive character.

Residents can provide feedback at a Council stall at this Sunday’s Palm Cove Markets, from 8am to 2pm, or head online to the Council website at www.cairns.qld.gov.au/palmcove for more details.

Lake St, Cairns City: Light fitting replacement between Florence St and Aplin St. Night works on 6-7 December, from 2am to 6am.

Holloways Beach Access Rd, Holloways Beach: Culvert replacement east of Wistaria St roundabout from 7 December.

Sheridan St, Cairns City: Asphalt overlay between Aplin St and Shields St, including Shields St intersection. Night works start 6 December, from 6pm to 6am.

For a full list of works see our website.

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The Imaginary Toy Store: A campaign to support children who experience trauma A different pandemic has been affecting the child safety sector as the number of reports made to child protection authorities in Australia in 2020 was 48,886. In that period, one in 32 children received child protection services.

Act for Kids (AFK) is an Australian for-purpose organisation that offers professional therapy and support services to children and families who experience abuse or are at risk of experiencing it. They have noticed firsthand this growing issue.

CEO of Act for Kids, Katrina Lines, said the pandemic has directly impacted the wellbeing of children.

“Unfortunately, COVID-19 has presented many challenges for families, including new financial pressures and added stresses which have had a serious impact on children and created a shadow pandemic of mental health problems,” Ms Lines said.

“Act for Kids alone has experienced a 30% increase in demand since the beginning of the pandemic, and today – we currently have hundreds of children who have suffered trauma on our waitlists across Australia.”

Only in Cairns, the figures of children in need of child protection and intervention are alarming, with more than

3,300 kids accessing AFK’s services. A number significantly higher than Townsville (1,275) and Mackay (1,762).

To get the necessary funding for their integrated therapy services, AFK launched ‘The Imaginary Toy Store’ campaign, where people can buy imaginary toys which they can share digitally while supporting children in need receive the assistance they need.

Ms Lines said that initiatives like The Imaginary Toy Store give back children the right to imagine.

“The Imaginary Toy Store is a concept created to support every child’s right to imagine.”

“Sadly, children who have experienced trauma during critical developmental periods can struggle to ‘imagine’ or create positive situations in their mind.”

The goal of AFK’s Imaginary Toy Store this Christmas is to get the necessary funding to reach as many children as possible.

“Act for Kids hopes to reduce our waitlists and help as many children as possible heal from trauma, particularly as a result of abuse and neglect experienced throughout the pandemic,” Ms Lines said.

“Christmas can be stressful for a lot of children and young people who have experienced trauma because they do not have a safe home. Supporting the Act for Kids ‘Imaginary Toy Store’ is a simple way to help these children have a safe home and give the gift of imagination this holiday season.

“We desperately need the support of the community, businesses and organisations to help as many children as possible. Early intervention, care and therapy all play a critical role in supporting and healing children from their trauma so that they can lead happy lives,” she said.

To purchase a toy or donate to the ‘Imaginary Toy Store’, visit: https:// imaginarytoystore.com.au/

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Alligators, sharks and sea stinging vermin

By Maria Larkins

IN the 1880s the threat of alligators, sharks and stinging sea vermin made the beaches hazardous for the townsfolk of Cairns, so there were calls to build a safe and protected bathing enclosure.

Finally, a floating bathing enclosure was constructed at the end of the pier to ensure the water would always be clean and fresh. The Cairns Baths were opened with much fanfare by the mayor, Mr. Louis Severin, on 22 February 1888.

In December 1889 it broke from its moorings and took several swimmers out to sea before it was retrieved. A cyclone damaged the baths on March 10, 1918.

A new bathing facility was eventually constructed by the swimming community itself. The Cairns Aquatic Club led by Mr. Le Bas built a new enclosure with money from public donations and volunteer labour.

The second Cairns bathing enclosure was opened on November 14, 1921. The water pool was constructed on a slope of six to sixteen feet and included dressing sheds. It was a popular facility with the locals but also attracted some unwelcome visitors. A report in the Northern Herald on February 27, 1924, called for immediate renovation of the enclosure after a

stingray “took possession” of the baths for several hours. Also, on the previous day a young woman was taken to hospital after being “severely stung by some poisonous denizen of the ocean”. Three years later another cyclone hit Cairns and the Aquatic Club’s baths were destroyed.

There were many delays in constructing a new bathing facility.

The proposed site on the corner of Minnie Street and The Esplanade proved too costly when tenders were called. Then a council engineer suggested Council could build the baths near the old site opposite Anzac Park for £9,075.

The Cairns Swimming Baths were officially opened on May 9, 1931.

It was constructed of reinforced concrete, measured 150 feet by 50 feet and ranged in depth 4 to 8 feet.

There were dressing rooms for up to 200 bathers, a gallery seating up to 200 people and a spacious balcony for social functions. It was demolished when the Tobruk Memorial Pool was opened.

Sources: TROVE Newspapers; State Library of Queensland; A Thematic History of Cairns by the Heritage Alliance 2011.

Scenes at the Cairns Baths, A. L. Taylor, photographer (1913, December 5). The Northern Herald (Cairns, Qld.: 1913 - 1939), p. 24., courtesy Cairns Historical Society. Cairns Swimming Baths ca. 1930, courtesy John Oxley Library, State Library of Queensland.

First Cairns Baths, courtesy John Oxley Library, State Library of Queensland.

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LIFEBLOOD IS NOW URGING CAIRNS RESIDENTS TO DONATE BLOOD THIS HOLIDAY SEASON! THE Australian Red Cross Lifeblood has instigated a call to arms to boost blood donor ranks this holiday season.

BLOOD donations return to Cairns on December 6 after a plasma-only season due to lack of flight and transport availability during the pandemic.

IN early November, Lifeblood announced a record-high spike in blood donation “no shows,” with half of the nation’s blood donation appointments not being attended.

A new campaign is urging people to take ‘the Bloody Oath’ and make a promise to donate blood; only in Cairns, at least an extra 240 blood donors are needed for the next month.

The act of donating blood is taking ‘the Bloody Oath’, and donors are welcome to help spread the word by sharing a social post with their bandaged arm up after their donation.

Lifeblood’s Executive Director of Donor Services, Cath Stone, said they need the support of new donors to help cover the patients across the country.

“We are extremely grateful that donors have continued to roll up their sleeves during the pandemic and ensure patients receive the blood and blood products they need, but our existing donors can’t do it alone,” Ms Stone said.

Spokesperson for Lifeblood Belinda Smetioukh said they are pleased to receive blood and plasma donations from Cairns again and would like to thank all donors who have donated plasma over the past 18 months.

“Over the past 18 months, donors in Cairns have made 14,871 plasma donations, supporting the growing need for plasma in Australia. But with demand for plasma at an alltime high, we are encouraging more locals to become plasma donors for life,” said Mrs Smetioukh.

“We also look forward to seeing our wonderful blood donors again, with the Cairns centre needing 60 blood donors as well as 190 plasma donors every week.

“Our North Queensland donors are already some of the most generous donors in Australia, and we look forward to their continued support of both blood and plasma donations,” she said.

Lifeblood is encouraging Cairns residents to save lives this holiday season by donating blood. Call 13 14 95, visit www.lifeblood.com.au, or download the free DonateBlood app to book an appointment.

Vinnies is committing to keeping Queenslanders housed this Christmas Image by Isabella Guzman Veronica Innes, Lorraine Asprey, Toni Robson and Jennifer Thaiday at the Showground Mall Vinnies

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houses,” Ms Innes said “It can be very difficult to get somebody into housing but keeping them there it’s a little bit easier, so we want to help people before they lose their house. “So, if their rent has gone up we work with them to keep that housing, we advocate with real estate agencies and owners, we provide them with some funding and we help them create a long term plan,” Ms Innes said. Ms Innes says that there are no magical solutions or formulas for this problem, and that they simply go as far as they can to prevent people from losing their housing.

“Our response comes from the heart. We don’t have one

solution for everyone, there are different approaches for each individual; sometimes it can be advice, or financial support, sometimes we can refer them for counselling. We do as much as we can,” Ms Innes said.

Although there is not a direct way that the community can support Vinnies in this task, Ms Innes said that there are many other ways in which they can help. “You can volunteer at our stores, or even just by shopping at our stores that supports what we’re doing, you can make donations through our 1800 VINNIES line, and you can even support other Christmas charities like ‘Adopt a Family’ because that

relieves some of the pressure from us,” she said Despite the difficult panorama, Ms Innes reiterates her good wishes for Queenslanders and their families this Christmas.

“My wish for people this Christmas is that they have food on their table, a roof over their heads, peace in their home and joy in their hearts,” she said. If you’d like to make Christmas a merrier one for struggling Cairns and Tablelands families, you can donate to the Vinnies Christmas Appeal to help fund food, emergency accommodation and essentials.

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Vaccination clinics in Cairns and Hinterland region Information provided by the CHHHs

Pop up clinics are sometimes set up at short notice – for the latest vaccination times and locations check out the Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service website: https://cairns-hinterland. health.qld.gov.au/covid-19/vaccination. Walk in. No need to book.

Safe Street Hub Mooroobool, Friday December 3, 9am - 12pm Babinda State School Hall, Saturday December 4, 8am - 1pm Palm Cove Surf Lifesaving Club, Sunday December 5, 8am -1pm Port Douglas Markets, Sunday December 5, 8am - 1pm GIMUY Fish Festival, Fogarty Park, Sunday December 5, 10am - 6pm Tully Red Cross Building, December 3, 8.30am - 12.30pm Cairns Convention Centre vaccination hub 7 days a week: 8:00am – 3:30pm Walk-in, book online at: www.vaccinebookings.health.qld. gov.au or Ph: 1800 861 863 Pharmacies and GPs COVID-19 vaccinations are available at a wide range of GPs and pharmacists. To find the closest one to you visit: https://covid-vaccine.healthdirect. gov.au/eligibility?lang=en Cairns South Community Clinic 21 Walker Road, Edmonton (across the road from PCYC) 7 days a week: 10:00am – 6:00pm Walk-in or book online James Cook University

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Rural hospital vaccination clinics

Atherton Hospital Monday to Wednesday & Saturdays: 8:30am – 3:30pm Walk-in, book online at: www.vaccinebookings.health.qld. gov.au or Ph: 1800 861 863 Mareeba Hospital Monday, Wednesday & Fridays (Saturdays until 18 December): 8:30am – 3:30pm Walk-in or book online Mossman Hospital Monday to Thursday & Saturdays: 8:30am – 3:30pm Walk-in, book online at: www. vaccinebookings.health.qld.gov.au or Ph: 1800 861 863 Vaccination progress As of last week, 5,000 people were vaccinated across Cairns and the Hinterland region. By November 29, 76.4% of people aged 16 years in Queensland are fully vaccinated. (Data source: Australian Government Department of Health).

Here is the breakdown of vaccinations by November 29 by Statistical Local Area: ● Cairns North 88.1% one dose, 78.7% two doses ● Cairns South 88.2% one dose, 75% two doses ● Cassowary Coast/Innisfail: 83.1% one dose, 68.7% two doses

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● Port Douglas/Daintree: 84.2% one dose, 72.1% two doses ● Tablelands including Kuranda: 86.2% one dose; 73% two doses.

Add your vaccine status to your check-in QLD app On 17 December a set of new restrictions come into place for Queenslanders. Entry to many locations and businesses will require proof of vaccination status upon request.

• You can add your vaccination status to the Check in Qld App using either the Express Plus Medicare app or your Medicare online account through myGov • If you can’t get any of the approved COVID-19 vaccines for medical reasons, this will be recorded by your doctor on your immunisation history statement and on your COVID-19 digital certificate. This is a medical contraindication.

For more information and details see https://www.covid19.qld.gov. au/check-in-qld/digital-vaccination-certificate

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Naomi with her award-winning self-portrait, “The Sum of Her Past” – a reflection of her Nordic and Indigenous heritage

By Maria Larkins A self-portrait reflecting inherited connections to land and culture came second in the 2021 NQPHN Indigenous Youth Art Competition.

Naomi Sansness, from Bentley Park College came second in the junior section with a drawing in graphite titled “The Sum of Her Past”.

The competition run by the Northern Queensland Primary Health Network is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders aged between 12 and

18 years of age.

Naomi’s inspiration came from her paternal and maternal great grandmothers, their very different cultures and stories.

“My father’s grandmother was a first-generation Norwegian immigrant who was orphaned as a child. My mother’s grandmother was raised by an Aboriginal woman stolen from her family and brought up in Innisfail.”

“This self-portrait arose out of my belief that you need to know who you are inside if you want to be able to save our land. Neither of my great grandmothers

saw themselves as victims but focused on creating opportunities for their families. I have had great opportunity because of them and have known connection to the land,” she said.

The 12-year-old won a $500 art supplies voucher and is looking forward to using it to enter the competition again in 2022. She hopes she can do even better and take out First Prize. Entry is open to aspiring artists across Northern Queensland from Sarina in the south to the Torres Strait Islands in the north.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

CAIRNS Regional Council will write to the State Government to implore that, if implementing the “Public Health and Social Measures Linked to Vaccination Status”, they take all steps necessary to remove and mitigate the risks for businesses when it comes to compliance.

Cairns Mayor Bob Manning invited local business owners attending today’s Ordinary Meeting, along with the CEO of the Cairns Chamber Patricia O’Neill, to discuss concerns relating to the State Government’s vaccine mandates, which are due to come into place 17 December.

Following the discussion, Cr Manning thanked the business owners for attending the meeting and expressing their concerns and introduced a Mayoral Minute, which was considered by Councillors and adopted unanimously.

See below the Mayoral Minute: Life changed at the beginning of 2020. Ever since, we have operated in a state of flux: hotspots, 4m2 rules, masks, border closures, lockdowns and for many of us – being separated from family.

There is nothing we want more, than to return to normal. I’m sure I speak for all of us when I say that.

Life will change again in a few short weeks. Opening Queensland’s border moves us to some

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ESPLANADE TO BE CLOSED TO THE GENERAL TRAFFIC THE Esplanade Dining Precinct roadway will be restricted to commercial vehicles and limited to a 10km/h speed limit.

Cairns Regional Council will implement these changes following a notification period and installation of the required signage.

Following the reopening of the Esplanade roadway to traffic in July, Council implemented a 20km/h speed limit pending a review once traffic and trade return to normal.

The review, now completed, noted the need for improved safety for pedestrians and support from traders for the Esplanade Dining Precinct to be lowered to a 10km/h speed limit and restricted to commercial vehicles, with the option to close the road completely for events.

The $28 million Esplanade Dining Precinct redevelopment has been popular and although the traffic volumes and speed limits have already been reduced, citizens have raised concerns about vehicle/pedestrian interactions.

Council has also received a letter from the Queensland Police Service noting concerns over the safety and with a recommendation that the Esplanade Dining Precinct, between Shields and Aplin streets, be closed to general vehicle traffic.

Restricting vehicle access will reduce the number of potential conflicts between pedestrians and vehicles, thereby improving safety and ensure the success of the shared zone environment.

The exact date when restrictions come into place is still to be announced.

Troops to Solomon Islands.

Why Minister Karen Andrew?

This country has its own Police Force. The people don’t want their Government to do deals with the Chinese. Surely, it’s their right to protest (unruly or other) as is ours. We should not get involved and act as Big Brother.

Anon

Referring to your article on Dec 17 “mandate is a concern for local business owners”. This is a concern for everybody because Qld has a dictator premier!!!! & there’s no 2 ways about. Australia is a democracy & a democracy represents freedom/human rights NOT mandating people to get the vaccine which doesn’t remove the virus. If your stupid premier is worried about the delta variant entering Qld once the borders open only to vaccinated people, then it’s the vaccinated who are bringing it in NOT the unvaccinated!!! The virus doesn’t discriminate ONLY people & that’s the idiotic Qld government. Take a leaf out of NSW peo-

It was bad enough NSW took over Queensland and now that have changed the format make up your mind if you don’t know how to do it Queensland will show you the right way.

Max, Mareeba

ple where equality rules!! Thank God for Liberals!!!

You have a stupid bloody premier & that’s bloody Qld. Anon

Childcare vax mandates

Senator Susan McDonald

Acting Deputy President, I rise to question why the Queensland Labor Government puts so little value into early childhood education.

The mark of a good government is how it treats people.

The economy is important, as

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Council hears business concerns about the vaccine mandate

kind of normalcy. However, with that we know that Covid continues to pose a threat to our communities.

We need to get Cairns and the greater region open for business, and to keep it that way. Businesses cannot afford lockdowns, capacity restrictions and border closures.

We are entering a new era, and more than ever, our community need as a whole will be greater than any one individual.

The science is unequivocal: vaccination is the best protection.

84.2% of the people in Cairns LGA are now at least partially vaccinated.

We are now mere metres from the finish line.

Cairns Regional Council does not play a role in public health policy.

We feed into government, we all have had that experience over time.

We advocate to State and Federal governments on these issues and we don’t always get the treatment that we would expect. We also at times appreciate the enormity of the task that confronts everybody.

It would be misleading to suggest otherwise. It is firmly the remit of the State Government. Only the State has the legislative powers to set public health directives.

This Council is legally bound to follow those directives and the repercussions of not doing that are

significant.

is defence and infrastructure, but it’s the policies that affect people which matter most.

And in that regard, Queensland’s government applies neither common sense nor reasonable judgment to its decisions, and it’s people who suffer because of it.

After nearly two years the Queensland Government continues to make decisions that are confusing and inconsistent – frankly, people have had enough.

Here’s a comment from a Queensland childcare provider: “I am all for vaccinations and possibly would consider

mandates a solution but Labor’s execution announced this morning is a shocker!

“How are we meant to staff our childcare centre with holiday leave already approved and some staff unable to work due to them refusing the vaccination.

“Do I hand them a resignation for Christmas? Vacation care plans have been made for school aged children that may not be able to be covered!

All well and good for school based teachers as school will close but long day care services do not have that luxury!

“This short notice decision re-

flects the value placed on early child education - I don’t think for a moment Labor supports us more than any other party as often made to appear!!! No one really thought this through!

Happy holidays educators!”

Queenslanders have exchanged keeping us safe for dictatorship in extraordinary times, but Labor has repaid this good faith with inconsistency, incompetence and policies which penalise individuals unnecessarily.

People deserve better than Labor, much, much better.

Therefore, I move that:

1. Cairns Regional Council is committed, and obligated, to follow any health direction made by the Queensland Government under advice from the Chief Health Officer.

2. Cairns Regional Council notes Queensland Health’s recommendation that residents seek to be vaccinated for their protection and that of their community.

3. We write to the State Government to implore that, if implementing the “Public Health and Social Measures Linked to Vaccination Status”, they take all steps necessary to remove and mitigate the risks for businesses when it comes to compliance.

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YOUR GIFT Gazza’s WRAPPING WOES Gossip SOLVED FOR A GOOD CAUSE THE troublesome task of gift wrapping will be solved again by the Mossman Hospital Friends of the Foundation.

The hard-working volunteers will be out in force again this year, wrapping for a cause in the local community.

Mossman Hospital Friends of the Foundation president Deborah Kachel said funds raised would go towards supporting Mossman Hospital.

“It is enough for people to choose, find and buy just the right gifts for family and friends, so when it comes to wrapping

gifts, many people enjoy being able to pass that task over to us,” Mrs Kachel said.

“And, of course, the donations for our efforts go straight to our beloved Mossman Hospital,” she said.

Wrapping stations will be in front of Coles in Port Douglas and alongside Prices Plus in Mossman.

“Our volunteers will be available to wrap gifts from 10am2pm every day from December 13 right up to Christmas Eve at both locations,” Mrs Kachel said.

Every cent raised by the Mossman Hospital Friends of the Foundation goes to improving health services at Mossman Hospital.

Local Mossman and Port Douglas businesses are sponsoring the gift wrapping and a list of these will be displayed at the gift wrapping stations and on our Facebook page.

To get involved with fundraising or volunteering, please contact Deborah Kachel by email djkachel@gmail.com or phone 0418476532

Image Supplied: Mossman Hospital Friends of the Foundation Gift Wrappers

Brand new to town!

CHRISTMAS CASH IS CRUCIAL! If you’re reading this fine paper, which I guess you must be, the good news is that you’ve made it to December.

I’m sure we all hope this Festive Season will be filled with more joy and less Covid-19 discussions, variants included.

For many, the Christmas and New Year period is, hopefully, a great opportunity to enjoy some well earned rest and relaxation, plus spend time with friends and family.

It is also an equally important time to support local businesses, especially the small ones.

Purchasing online may well seem like an easier option and on first inspection may also appear cheaper… but is it really?

I’m sure many readers have been through the rigmarole of returning an item bought online because it didn’t work, didn’t fit, didn’t look anything like the original picture etc… issues that could have been avoided if purchased locally.

But NOT spending your money in the community can actually have a much bigger negative outcome for local business and for you.

Let’s look at a mock example : Everybody in your town starts purchasing everything online because it’s a few bucks cheaper. As a result, local businesses see little or no income and these business owners have no money

to spend with other local businesses… the plumbers, the sparkies, the restaurants and pubs etc. The downward spiral begins!

Struggling businesses vacate their premises, which means no rent for the landlords and worse still, your beloved town looks empty. A desolate town becomes less appealing to visitors who would normally spend money and unattractive to potential new house tenants and home buyers.

That spiral starts to get out of control and this is how it may affect YOU. Yes, you may have possibly saved a few bucks with online purchases, but

your treasured town is crying for help. For you personally, the result could be a massive financial loss, because your house value has dropped way beyond those small online savings that you made.

This is a worse case scenario, but for some rural towns this is really happening.

We must ‘See the Bigger Picture’ and support local businesses this Christmas, in fact at all times!!

Time to get down the shops I think, so for now this is Gazza signing out!

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THE ADVENTUROUS THE NEW LEADERSHIP CANOEISTS REWARDED

TEAM AT SMITHFIELD

By Maria Larkins

Staff and students at Smithfield State High School have elected their student leadership teams for 2022.

Senior School Captains are Dany Carline and Robert Dixon. Vice-captains are Jessica Roe and Rin Chaiwangban.

Junior School Captains are Eliza Schneeberger and Ryan George. Aimee Forno and Nicholas McCree have been appointed Vice-captains.

Principal, Frank Brunetto, said student Captains were an important part of any school leadership team and it was important that they had the right leadership skills. These included: self-development and the development of others; teamwork; strategic thinking and acting; ethical practice and civic mindedness with innovation.

“Our newly elected leaders of Smithfield State High School exhibit and demonstrate these qualities and have been active members of the student leadership groups throughout high school. As conduits between our students and staff, our student leaders develop representative qualities as the year progresses,” he said.

Dany Carline Snr School Captain

Jessica Roe Snr Vice Captain To be elected students had to self-nominate, then prepare and deliver a campaign speech in which they outlined their suitability for the role.

The Captains and Vice-Cap-

Robert Dixon Snr School Captain

Rin Chaiwangban Snr Vice Captain tains will represent Smithfield State High School at events throughout the year and will also be an important connection between students and the school administration.

By Maria Larkins

Murray Colbridge and Tahlia Middleton from Trinity Anglican School have been rewarded for their persistence and achievement with Gold Duke of Edinburgh Awards.

Year 12 students were amongst a group of eight cohorts to receive certificates in the Duke of Edinburgh program. Silver Awards recipients were Myuri Gopalapillai, Rebecca Robinson and Amber Robinson. Livi McLean, Heidi Overton and Elliott Smyth achieved Bronze Awards.

Each participant had to accrue set hours in physical recreation (one hour per week), skills ( one hour per week), voluntary service (one hour per week), and an adventurous journey (from two days and one night to four days and three nights) over a minimum period of six months for Bronze, six to twelve months for Silver and 12 to 18 months for Gold.

The adventurous journey could include exploration, expedition, or an adventurous project. The aim of the exercise is to encourage entrants to explore the outdoors, gain a sense of adventure and learn about the environment.

Murray and Tahlia completed two outdoor adventures. The first, a practice run in 2020, was a four-day canoe and hiking trip at Koombooloomba Dam, south of Ravenshoe. The official, qualifying journey was a four-day canoe trip near Emerald Creek in September.

Gold Award entrants also had to complete a residential activity away from home for five days and four nights to broaden life experience. Tahlia led an outdoor education camp for young children. Murray improved his research skills and joined a research group at the Translational Research Institute in Brisbane in the SPARQ-ed program.

In addition to receiving the Duke of Edinburgh Awards, Murray, Tahlia, Myuri, Rebecca and Amber were also awarded at Trinity Anglican School’s Presentation Ceremony.

Murray Colbridge and Shanid Aslam were named Duxes of School for 2021; Myuri Gopalapillai was Dux of Year 10 and Amber Robinson Proxime Accessit. Rebecca Robinson received the Year 10 award for Excellence.

Tahlia Middleton received the James Cook University Rising Star Scholarship, in addition to the Faye Kenny Memorial Award and Perpetual Trophy for Drama.

Tahlia Middleton with her Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award

Murray Colbridge with his Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award.

Trinity Anglican School Duxes for 2021: Murray Colbridge and Shanid Aslam.

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COMMUNITY CONNECT

FUNDING FLOWS TO REGIONS ART AND CULTURAL PROJECTS

Image: Pan on Silk Productions - Costume Sketches

The successful applicants for the latest round of Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) program funding has been announced with a total of $15,266 to be distributed between three local art initiatives.

Innisfail State College (ISC), Feast of the Senses Inc. and Danielle Wilson have all been awarded funding to support their projects including a mural art collaboration between local artist Lavinia Letheby, ISC students and the Innisfail Bowls Club, an aerial silk production, set design and performance workshops and support for Feast of the Senses to source groups and individual entertainers for the 2022 festival.

Cassowary Coast Regional Councillor and RADF Committee representative, Trudy Tschui said the projects reflect the diverse spectrum of initiatives that contribute to the shared vision of a viable and engaged arts and cultural scene in the Cassowary Coast.

“RADF funding values local art, culture and heritage and assists the role the industry plays in supporting inclusion and diversity in our region.

“This program also provides viable pathways in the arts sector, through learning, enhancing creativity and generating and sustaining jobs,” said Councillor Tschui.

Danielle Wilson from Pan on Silks Production will use the support to produce an aerial silk production, interpreting the story of Peter Pan to include six regional community groups from Cairns and Mission Beach.

Twelve workshops across a variety of art mediums including, visual arts, dance, theatre, animated film and projection will culminate in three performances at the Mission Beach Aquatic Centre over Easter long weekend of 2022.

“The RADF grant funding is invaluable in supporting professional artists who are giving their time to not only create an incredible spectacular performance, but will allow for mentorship within their briefs, a

true benefit to local performers and emerging technicians in arts.

“Melissa Robinson from Arts Nexus has been in full support of this project, with practical initiative which has helped us access state funding, along with Kath Hansen, Trudy Tschui and Mark Nolan of Cassowary Coast Regional Council.

“We have over 90 people involved in this project, including twelve professionals who have committed so much of their own time. It is wonderful that this funding will support them in their craft and so many of those talented artists and technicians are from the Innisfail, Tully and Cairns region,” said Danielle Wilson.

Minister for the Arts Leeanne Enoch said the Palaszczuk Government is investing $2.08 million through the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) in 2021-22, matched with a contribution of approximately $2.3 million from 59 councils across the state.

RADF is a great example of working together to deliver our COVID-19 economic recovery plan, supporting employment opportunities and creating new arts and cultural experiences in local and regional communities,” Minister Enoch said.

“RADF in 2021–2022 will provide valuable social, health and economic outcomes for regional Queenslanders, and support

our Government’s 10-year arts roadmap priorities to strengthen Queensland communities, activate local places, and drive social change across the state.

RADF is a partnership between the Queensland Government and Cassowary Coast Regional Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland.

To find out more about RADF and the grants that are available visit: https://bit.ly/3IaJLuc or alternatively contact Council on 1300 763 903.

Images: Pan on Silk Productions - Aerial Artists 2019

Contractor Industry Briefing - Capital Works 2021-2022 All local contractors are invited to attend an industry briefing delivered by the Department of Infrastructure Services.

Thursday 9 December Mission Beach Resort Function Room 6pm - Registration - (You may choose to order a meal at your own expense) 7pm - Presentation - 'Design, Planning and Procurement for Contracted Works' 8pm - Question Time with our Management Team 8:30pm - Finish

RSVP to Lisa.Connell@ccrc.qld.gov.au by 4pm, 6 December 2021.

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December 3, 2021

HADRELL PARK TURNING LANE

COUNCIL BRIEFS OUR SPECTACULAR REEF

In a dazzling display, just after a full moon, the Great Barrier Reef along our coastline comes alive with the spectacular annual synchronised coral spawning.

As a Reef Guardian Council, we encourage you to #LovetheReef by getting involved in the @GreatBarrierReefMarinePark’s citizen science monitoring program. Snap and send coral spawn sightings via the Eye on the Reef app or sightings network. Learn more by visiting https://bit.ly/3CCAFSX

TULLY CARAVAN PARK The Tully Caravan Park is now open after undergoing some extensive renovations. Situated in the centre of Tully town, the Tully Caravan Park features: • 50 Powered Sites • 10 Non-Powered Sites • 18 Self-contained Sites • New Amenities Block • Camp Kitchen • Camp Fire Area • Tropical Edible Garden To view the new website and book your stay, click here: www.tullyvanpark.com.au/

DISABLED PARKING SPACES TO IMPROVE ACCESS AT WARRINA LAKES

Works for installation of two disabled parking bays has commenced today at Warrina Lakes. The work will include an easily accessible disability compliant kerb ramp opposite the new bays.

Council is focused on being inclusive to our whole community and is working to update key older facilities to ensure they are accessible by all. The project is estimated to be complete by Friday 3 December, weather permitting, and is expected to cost $45,000.

Access to Warrina Lakes will not be affected during this time.

Council will continue to provide updates on the project as they occur.

Cassowary Coast Regional Council have completed works for the Haddrell Park CMCA RV Park Turning lane. The updated access point now ensures all vehicles have safe access into the RV park with an appropriate turning lane. The total cost of the project was $110,000 with works completed by Council.

After five months of operating, the Innisfail CMCA has had 2,378 nights booked, 2.47 average nights spent and $146.60 spent per RV per night. That equates to over $398,000 spent locally. Council recognises the economic benefits of the Park to our community and wishes to ensure the facility is enjoyable for all those that visit.

Council is proud to improve access to the CMCA RV Park to ensure visitors to our area have a safe and enjoyable stay.

The RV Park is now closed for the summer months and will reopen in April 2022.

BEST ADDRESS IN AN EMERGENCY Do you know the best address during an emergency?

The Cassowary Coast Disaster Dashboard provides emergency news, road conditions, weather warnings and power outages all in one platform. The user-friendly dashboard allows residents to keep themselves informed during a natural disaster. Stay informed and visit: www.disaster.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au

RESIDENTS SMILING AS STREET REWIDENED Residents on Wilson Street in El Arish are smiling as Council completes the widening and resurfacing of their road.

Councillor Teresa Millwood said it is a great milestone to have this project underway in El Arish. “Previously, this little street was a single lane road where residents had to drive off either side to pass one another. “Wilson Street was identified as a priority by El Arish residents and was adopted by Council as a project in Council’s Capital Renewal Program for 2021. “I am proud to see this project underway in our little town of El Arish,” said Councillor Millwood. The road has now been widened, making it dual lanes and approximately seven metres wide.

This project is funded by the Australian Government under the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program. This program supports local Councils to deliver priority local road and community infrastructure projects across Australia, supporting jobs and resilience of local economies to help communities bounce back from the COVID-19 pandemic. Federal Member for Kennedy, Honourable Bob Katter said the approaches to the major cities in North and Far North Queensland are getting a fortune spent on them, and this appears to be at the detriment of our small towns. “I am very, very pleased that El Arish has had a win here. Very, very pleased. “Thank you to all the fighters involved,” said Mr Katter. Traffic Management will be onsite during the project to manage local access.

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WAYS TO CONTACT COUNCIL Cassowary Coast Regional Council provides a wide range of services for residents, business and visitors. There is a variety of ways that you can contact Council.

PHONE: You can phone Council on 1300 763 903.

For after-hours emergencies, such as a broken water main, call 1300 763 903 to access Council’s after-hours emergency service.

Please note that other phone numbers will not divert to the after-hours service and we recommend always using the 1300 number when calling Council.

EMAIL: Enquiries@cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au alternatively you can; Have Your Say by visiting https://bit.ly/3CHEBTq. Make a Request by clicking on the relevant issue: https://bit.ly/3CHEBTq SNAP, SEND, SOLVE: Download the Snap, Send, Solve to your smartphone and send reports directly to Council.

VISIT: Our friendly team will be happy to help you at one of our three Customer Service centres across the region. For the addresses, please visit: https://bit.ly/3CHEBTq CONTACT YOUR COUNCILLOR: Your Councillor is here to help. You can find their contact details by visiting https://bit.ly/3CHEBTq. WRITE: Please address all correspondence to: Andrew Graffen, Chief Executive Officer PO Box 887 Innisfail, QLD 4860 WEBSITE: To find out about our services, events, Council news and more, visit our website www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au

FINAL LINK TO CONNECT THE TOWN

Work on the Cardier Road walking track have commenced, which will improve connectivity and pedestrian access for the community in Wangan.

The track will start opposite Lae Street, where the current path ends, travel along Cardier Road for nearly 600 metres and connect to the existing track that already runs alongside the north section of Cardier Road. The completed track will greatly increase the safety of all of our residents who walk, ride, and scoot to school and other local facilities.

The new link will improve access to the community facilities, providing children and parents a much safer journey when travelling to and from Mundoo State School, local businesses and houses.

The path will be finished with bitumen and will take approximately four weeks to complete, weather permitting. Traffic control will be on-site to manage any road closures and interruptions that may occur.

Council appreciates your patience during this time.

The expected cost for the project is $65,000. Cardier Road Walking Track is proudly funded by the Queensland Government’s Works for Queensland in association with the Cassowary Coast Regional Council.

Cardier Road Improvement site

COUNCIL

MEETINGS FOR 2022 With a new year rapidly approaching, Council has endorsed Ordinary meeting dates for 2022.

Cassowary Coast Regional Council Chief Executive Officer Andrew Graffen said as part of entering a new year, Council are required by legislation to publish a notice of the days and time when Council’s Ordinary meetings will be held. This process provided the opportunity to review the current meeting cycle to ensure that Council are provided detailed reports and sufficient time to inform themselves prior to decision making.

“Legislation requires Council to meet at least monthly and investigations showed that out of 76 Councils within Queensland only 12 currently have an ordinary meeting cycle more frequent than this.

“Monthly Council meetings will allow adequate time for agenda development and review as well as providing Council time to be briefed and fully consider items.

“Live-streaming, whilst brought in through necessity, has been an excellent tool to improve accessibility and transparency for Councils Ordinary Meetings.

This medium of community access does however require additional technology and human resources to facilitate. Whilst it is anticipated that the monthly meetings will increase the duration of meetings they will result in significant resourcing efficiencies.”

Council Mayor Mark Nolan said live-streaming provided the public with the ability to watch Council meetings in their own time, as many people are at work during scheduled Council meetings and would otherwise not be able to attend.

“With consideration to the live-streaming equipment and the space available, all Council Ordinary Meetings will continue to take place in the Tully Civic Centre.”

Councillor Nolan stated that the Tully Council Chamber is the largest meeting room available in the region, which allows for greatest attendance under current advice from the Chief Health Officer (CHO).

“Council will continue to be advised by the CHO and continue to review requirements in relation to capacity and public attendance as advice is provided through the State government.

“The public continues to be encouraged to contact Council via our website or by telephone should they wish to attend in person.”

Councillor Nolan said that it is his belief that Council meetings have never been more accessible and transparent as a result of the live-streaming technology. Our meeting schedule will now align with our neighbours in Cairns, Hinchinbrook, Tablelands and Mareeba.

“Throughout a week, your elected members are involved in numerous meetings and events where they represent you and ensure your voice is heard. These activities range from weekly Councillor information Sessions, workshops, portfolio meetings, community meetings, strategic planning sessions, Budget workshops and Council meetings.

“Councillors are focused on working hard for our region and always put the community first.

Councillors want to hear from you to ensure they are best meeting your needs and concerns. If you have any local matters you which you would like to discuss, reach out to our local member and arrange a meeting,” Councillor Nolan said.

Details of Council meetings can be found by visiting: https://bit.ly/3d8hMND . Interested members of the public can request to attend a Council meeting by visiting https://bit. ly/3I7Ut4E To live-stream Council meetings or watch previous meetings, please visit: https://bit.ly/317aTt7 Contact details for each Councillor can be found by visiting www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/ our-council/councillors

Early Closure Cassowary Coast Regional Council

Customer Service & Libraries will

CLOSE EARLY Friday 10 December Cardwell -11:30am Tully and Mission Beach - 11:45am Innisfail -12:30pm

and will OPEN at normal hours on the next operating day.

We are taking the time to recognise the efforts of our talented and dedicated team members. We thank the community for their understanding.

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THANK YOU WOOLWORTHS INNISFAIL We would like to give the Innisfail Woolworths team a massive round of Santa-plause, for their generous contributions to the Community Christmas Appeal.

The team in Innisfail are contributing an estimated $700 in groceries to be distributed to local families in need and ensure their Christmas Day festivities are just as merry.

Shoppers are also encouraged to add an extra item or two to their trolleys to assist in these contributions. A grocery trolley is situated at the front of the store for food and gift items to assists local families this holiday season. Also a donation bin for animal food items and supplies is in-store, with all items to be donated to the Innisfail Paws and Claws.

It’s not too late to get involved! Find out how you can contribute to the Community Christmas Appeal by visiting: www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/christmas-appeal

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One Coast, Cassowary Coast UPPER DARADGEE ROAD REALIGNMENT PROJECT WRAPS UP Work on the Upper Daradgee Road Realignment Project has concluded at a cost of $3.7 million, resulting in a significant improvement in the resilience of our community.

An engineering assessment was undertaken on the Johnstone River bank, which runs alongside Upper Daradgee Road, to review the safety of road users and pedestrians.

This assessment identified significant risk of instability in the riverbank of the Johnstone River. The cost to restabilise the embankment and underpin the road was estimated at over $7 million with a low level

of confidence with regard to costs and long term stability.

Council proposed an alternative to relocate road which has proved to be a great solution that has offered significant value for money.

The project delivered approximately 1.3 kilometres of new road, including an upgraded intersection at Pernase Road, new drainage culverts, replacement and relocation of the water supply mains and a new cane rail crossing.

Works on Upper Daradgee Road commenced on 8 March 2021. In total the project took 214 days, during which 114

days rain days were recorded, providing only 66 working days.

Cassowary Coast Regional Council day labour force, from both the Civil and Water Teams completed the works with assistance from local plant hire contractors, local truck operators, local surveyors and MSF Sugar who supplied the new 72 metres long railway sleepers and tracks section.

The Upper Daradgee Road Realignment Project was proudly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments through the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).

The new Business and Industry Liaison Co-ordinator

Image: Kira –Jean Clark with Innovation and Support and Agtech and local innovators Mackay’s

Cassowary Coast Regional Council has recently appointed Kira-Jean Clark as the new Business and Industry Liaison Coordinator.

Earlier this year, Councillors voted on the creation of the role to encourage and facilitate investment in the region and support growth in both traditional and emerging industries.

Newly appointed Business and Industry Liaison Coordinator Kira-Jean Clark said she has clear objectives moving forward with a strong focus on encouraging and facilitating investment in the region that will support business and industry.

“Within my role, I am focused on small and medium enterprise growth, capacity building, innovation, and local workforce

K E Y Cassowary Coast Regional Council Contact 1300 763 903 Visit our website www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au Write: Please address all correspondence to: Andrew Graffen, Chief Executive Officer PO Box 887 Innisfail, QLD 4860 Email: enquiries@cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au

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development.” This space has already seen encouraging progression supporting the Innisfail Local Jobs Forum, assisting in the development of Industry briefings and building and strengthening networks and relationships across industry and government,” said Mrs Clark.

Economic Development and Tourism portfolio holder Renee McLeod acknowledged how vital this role will be to encourage economic stimulus and facilitate resourceful connections between local businesses, Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

“Collectively, these key groups will be able to identify emerging trends and ensure opportunities are leveraged.

“As the region progresses through COVID-19 recovery, the Business and Industry Liaison role will play a key part in motivating and supporting our local businesses while also encouraging entrepreneurial spirit and development back to the region.

“This role is going to play a fundamental part in guiding our region’s growth and I am very excited to work alongside KiraJean,” said Councillor McLeod.

For further information please contact the Cassowary Coast Regional Council on 1300 763 903 or via email: enquiries@ccrc.qld.gov.au.

C O N T A C T S

Visit Council Cassowary Coast Regional Council has three Customer Service Centres across the region. Specially trained staff can provide information and advice on topics including: ● local laws and compliance ● rates enquiries ● account payments (EFTPOS facilities available) ● animal registration.

December 3, 2021

Customer Service Centres and Opening Hours Innisfail Shire Hall 70 Rankin St. Innisfail Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm Tully Tully Civic Centre, 38-40 Bryant St. Tully Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm Cardwell Cardwell Library, 4 Balliol St. Cardwell Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm

Cassowary Coast Libraries comprises of 4 branches located at Cardwell, Innisfail, Tully and Mission Beach. For locations, opening times or general enquiries, please call 1300 366 616 or visit www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/libraries Waste Transfer Stations locations and opening hours can be found by visiting: www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/transfer-stations Community Connect is a publication of the Cassowary Coast Regional Council. Supplied by Council and published within the Cairns Local News newspaper. All enquiries regarding content contained within this publication should be directed to Council.

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ENTERTAINMENT The Yarrabah Arts and Cultural Precinctopens with two exhibitions

By Isabella Guzman Gonzalez

The Yarrabah Arts & Cultural precinct is opening this Friday, December 3, as a part of the integral five-year vision of the Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council (YASC) called ‘Building our Future.’ The precinct is a Gateway building that incorporates an established arts centre and museum.

The opening will run from 10 am to 3 pm; a Welcome to Country and Cultural Dancing will open the event, which will have a Christmas market stall with food, music performances and two major exhibitions: ‘Yesterday. Today. Tomorrow’ and ‘From the Ground Up.’ The creation of this Cultural Arts precinct wants to focus the attention on Yarrabah as an arts hub for artistic excellence, social cohesion and economic development while also showcasing the Yarrabah communi-

ties’ cultural identity and history.

Manager of the Yarrabah Arts & Cultural precinct Simone Arnol said it’s exciting to open a space to promote local artists and the Yarrabah culture.

“We’re lucky to live in a beautiful community like Yarrabah, which is a paradise by the sea, and the precinct is a space to share that and also to educate others through our museum,” Ms Arnol said.

“We want to get the word out there for the community about our Arts & Cultural precinct.”

One of the exhibitions, ‘From the Ground Up’, will take place in the Gateway building. It is focused on the Yarrabah Pottery established in 1973 at the Yarrabah Mission, now the Yarrabah Aboriginal Community. The project is a valuable representation of the skill of residents who contribute significantly

(L-R) Artists from the Yarrabah Arts & Cultural Precinct Philomena Yeatman, Kyla Hedanek, Wayne Connolly, Edna Ambrym & Michelle Yeatman in front of the new Gateway Building.

to the cultural history of Yarrabah and the passing of traditional pottery practices to ensure their continuity.

The exhibition ‘Yesterday. Today. Tomorrow’, held in the newly renovated Menmuny Museum, is a tribute to the Archaeological Relics Rangers from the late 1980s, who worked in the documentation, management, and protection of sacred sites and artifacts and Aboriginal human remains throughout Queensland.

Dr Bernard Singleton Senior, a Yirrganydji/Umpila man, whose family were removed to Yarrabah, and one of the first Aboriginal Rangers in Queensland, said it is exciting to have the Yarrabah Arts & Cultural Precinct share the cultural heritage of Indigenous communities.

“People got to pass on their culture, their tribal roots, their land so other generations can learn,” Dr Singleton said.

“In many places we even lost our language, so we have the responsibility to our children and grandchildren to teach them our culture.

“This is our land, and it’s beautiful; we arrived 67,000 years ago; we’re the oldest culture in the world, we need to share that,” he said.

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SAX MAN Troy Stevens Gilligans, 1:00pm Savidas - Elixir Music Bar, 6:00pm Mr Smith - Cazaly’s Cairns, 6:15pm QYO Big Band “Summer Swing and Cool Jazz” Bulmba-ja Theatre, 7:00pm Blue Reed - Koah Markets, 9:00am Big Noise - Bar 36 @ The Reef Hotel Casino, 9:00pm Kaweyova - PJ P’Briens, 9:30pm Miss Tee - Gilligans, 9:30pm

Harmonique - Coco Mojo, 1:00pm Dazz & the Boyzz - The Celt, Palm Cove, 2:00pm Handel’s Messiah - CPAC, 2:00pm Blue Reed - Vitalia’s Italian Restaurant, 3:00pm Miss Tee - Sauce Brewing Co, 3:30pm Marc Apella - The Celt, Palm Cove, 3:30pm SUMMER SPLASH - The BIG SPLASH! Various Artists - Pools in Paradise, 4:00pm Barbary Coasters - Trinity Beach Bar n’ Grill, 5:00pm QYO Big Band “Summer Swing and Cool Jazz” at Carols by Candlelight Arnold Park, Mareeba, 6:00pm Tony George - Bar 36 @ The Reef Hotel Casino, 7:30pm

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Investors expect a rental income of $290 - $310 per week. The sellers have renovated this unit and the light white crisp new paint is a treat to behold. The kitchen, bathroom and floors have all been replaced and the purchaser here will have a piece of paradise, just five minutes drive from Cairns City Centre. Don’t delay this one is going to sell quickly!

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REAL ESTATE

HIGH DRY AND SPECTACULAR Here it is Set back from the road high and dry overlooking views of East Innisfail your amazing new home featuring - Three bedrooms all with built-in robes - Modern kitchen with a huge gas stove and dishwasher - Open plan with the lounge and dining -Lounge and Main bedroom step out to the full-length patio -Bathroom and two toilets -Polished floor boards and tiled floors -Air-conditioned -Neat rear patio and easy maintained back yard -Large Laundry Downstairs has your very own bar and media room -Bar and lounge adjacent to the BBQ area -Also an Office or Fourth bedroom -BBQ Area to the side of the house is fully screened -The man shed is a four-bay lockable garage -360 cement Driveway -Large storage areas throughout the house

OCEAN VIEWS - FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY This fabulous block is lovely and flat and situated opposite the

Price: $325,000 Negotiable Where: 36 Mary St

East Innisfail

Beach. Wongaling Beach is a quiet suburb and the Mission Beach

Price: $275,000

shops and restaurants are just five minutes away!

Walk the beach every morning and enjoy incredible views of

Where: 19 Reid Roaad

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spectacular Dunk Island. No rear neighbors as this backs onto

Land: 805m2

Rainforest.

Why not live in paradise - here is your chance.

Beds: 4 Bath: 1 Cars: 4

Agency: Ulysses Real Estate

Cairns Agent: Ronnie Phone: 0417 760 500

Agency: Innisfail First

National Real Estate Agent: Ronnie Phone: 0417 760 500

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This could be your best Christmas present ever - an immaculate townhouse just two minutes walk from spectacular Yorkeys Knob Beach! The superior quality and charm is obvious here and buyers are going to be most impressed with the extra high ceilings adding to the spacious and light atmosphere! This top of the range property feels just like brand new - freshly painted interior and stylish light fittings top this off to a tee! The chef of the house is going to love the black polished granite bench tops, twin sinks and huge amount of storage space in this upmarket renovated kitchen! The living area flows out to the private outdoor patio made with synthetic timber that will never decay. The delightful tropical gardens are a pleasure to behold as is the well appointed swimming pool - heated for the winter months. Upstairs has two large bedrooms - much larger than most units and town houses with large built in wardrobes. The bathroom features a bath and twin sinks for that extra touch of luxury. This townhouse needs to be experienced to be fully appreciated - first open home this weekend! Move quickly - multiple offers expected! 6 x 4 m Lock up garage with automatic roller door ( four wheel drive will fit with more room for storage) Pet friendly upon body corporate approval. Two toilets one upstairs and one downstairs. Dual access from main bedroom to the bathroom.

Small friendly complex of 6 townhouses - all owners. Well managed body corporate.

Tidy painted interior. Bus stop just near the front entrance. Rental appraisal $340 per week. Body corporate $1050 quarterly. Possibility to add solar power if desired.

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This half duplex is located close to shops, schools, transport, sporting facilities but is a quiet cul-de-sac away from the noise of traffic. 2 bedroom with large living room and kitchen, fully tiled through out, split system air conditioning and solar hot water to keep electricity costs down. Large lock up garages separate each side of the duplex providing room to move for each occupant.

A full length front patio with shade blinds and a covered rear patio with a rainforest setting at the front provides tranquility and privacy.

Asking $270,000

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YOUR DREAM HOME WITH NOTHING LEFT TO DO Walk upstairs and feel the warmth of this tastefully decorated home, with a pop of color to wow everyone.

Featuring : - Open plan kitchen with dishwasher, dining, and living area - 5 bedrooms, 3 bathroom, main bedroom with ensuite and walk-in robe - 7 car accommodation - Outdoor entertainment area, Deck, Balcony

OCEAN AND RIVER VIEWS

- Laundry downstairs

• Large corner block • Classic T&G walls • Timber floors If you are looking for a classic old Queenslander to renovate for investment, or to make your own, this is the perfect property for you. It is ideally located on a large corner block, only 2.4 kms from Innisfail CBD.

$175,000 List #1425 https://aarealty.net/property/1425/

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– Access to the lock up garage.

– Laundry UPSTAIRS - 2 large bedrooms airconditioned, both with wall to wall built-ins and the main has a balcony to sit and enjoy the views. A good size bathroom centre to the bedrooms.

Excellent tenant in place, been there 12 years and paying $255pw with approval of increase to $265pw at end of lease.

Agency: @ Realty

Gordonvale Agent: Rose Baker Phone: 0418 775 035 Call for your inspection.

for the family as well. Walking distance to boat ramp.

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Land Area 1012 sqm

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In a complex of 6. Opposite the river and ocean with a lovely picnic area

Exclusively listed @First National, inspections are by appointment only.

Price: $205,000 Negotiable

Beds: 2 Bath: 1 Cars: 1

– Tiled living

Ronnie: 0417 760 500 Matt: 0490 274 794 Leisa: 0436 477 974

weekend for the next 6 weeks.

access to the separate fenced yard. Well-appointed kitchen with ample – Fully airconditioned

- Ultimate man shed with extra high access for the boat or caravan.

This property is a MUST to inspect, open houses will be held every

DOWNSTAIRS - A great size layout with living and dining area having cupboards and bench space, rangehood, wall oven and electric hot plate.

Beds: 5 Bath: 3 Cars: 5

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Where: 28 Benwell St

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- Broadband, Split System air conditioning

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Agency: Innisfail First

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• Large elevated block • Development potential • Patio in tropical garden surrounds • Deck with views Well priced property with loads of character. There is potential for expansion of existing home, which has lovely views from all living areas.

Needs an inspection to truly appreciate all it offers.

$230,000 List #1387 https://aarealty.net/property/1387/

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Double storey block home situated on a generous partially fenced allotment.

Four bedrooms, two bath, two toilets and lots space below for entertaining or storage. Handy to beautiful Johnstone River for good fishing and close to the Innisfail CBD and other facilities . Good rental return of $335 per week.

Long term tenants in place.

$219,000 List #1426 https://aarealty.net/property/1426/

Contact Louise on 0448 751 963

Contact Louise on 0448 751 963

Contact Fran on 0401 191 258

GREAT FAMILY HOME

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Land Area 800 sqm

• Airconditioned bedrooms & living area • Vehicle access to backyard

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• Double storey 3 b/r home • Airconditioned bedrooms & living area • Large 1,103sqm block • 2 street access • Close to school and bike/walking track

$340,000 - List #1403 https://aarealty.net/property/1403/

$290,000 - List #1194 http://aarealty.net/property/1194/

Contact Kylie on 0428 944 563

Contact Kylie on 0428 944 563

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This lovely property is situated on a generous 1,017 square metre allotment.

With loads of space the home consists 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, main kitchen and a kitchenette. Relaxing views from the full length front patio.

Good sized shed also. Close to swimming holes, 2 primary schools, sports clubs and a bakery to name a few.

$240,000 - List #1336 http://aarealty.net/property/1336/

Contact Fran on 0401 191 258

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By day Roberto worked as a labourer in the shopping centre and at night made plans to open his pizza restaurant.

As soon as the dust settled,

Roberto’s was opened with an authentic menu that echoed the flavours, smells, and atmosphere of dining in an Italian trattoria.

Many years later Mario and Silvia bought Roberto’s dream and continued building on its success as the local’s favourite place for pizza and pasta, adding table service and a liquor license so guests can enjoy a glass with their lunch or dinner.

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SPORT MOSSMAN LADIES SOCIAL BOWLS. 23rd November. Trish Arnold, Joan Day and Robin Petrus travelled down to Tully’s Xmas day. Trish was in the winning team and Joan Day won Best Xmas dressed. Tully’s hospitality was great. Thank you. 25th November. Our winners were Carole Maxted and Anita McCoist. R. Ups were Barbara Withers and Anne Geddes. A special day for Gloria Geeves who was presented with her Matriarchal badge. Our first lady to ever receive one.

Congratulations Gloria. Any ladies wishing to learn bowls, please contact Carole Maxted: caroles44bb@dodo.com.au or 0400954537.

EDGE HILL MEMORIAL BOWLS CLUB Ladies Social Bowls Mixed Social bowls for Thursday 25th November 2021 Not played. Consistency Singles saw Lou Pomroy defeat Yvonne Bolton 103-77. If you are interested in a game of mixed bowls on Thursday 2nd December 2021, put names down by 2:30pm for a 3:00pm start.

Men’s Mixed Social Bowls: Tuesday 23rd November 2021 Social bowls not played. Tuesday night had winners Ron, George and Jenny. R/U: Bill, Sony and Fran. Wed night 24th November 2021 winners were

George, Lou and Frank. R/U: Alan, Chris and Steve. Saturday 27th November 2021 No Social bowls played.

Club Events: Check the Notice board for all games to be played. “A” and “B” Singles draw is on the notice board.

Check with your opponent to arrange play. Mixed Pairs Semi Final with Jill AlexanderSasche and Steve Henson are still to play Mac and Cornelia Smith. Consistency Singles Kim Mitchell to play Steve Henson in the final. Social bowls continue Tuesday (Day and Night) and Wednesday night Triples and Saturday social. To play social bowls at Edge Hill this week put your name on the lists available behind the bar for a game.

Contact Ray Webster 0402 182 230 for assistance if the club is closed otherwise ring the Club.07 4053 1036.

HALF MOON BAY GOLF CLUB Results Week Ending 28th November 2021 Tuesday 23rd November Ladies: S Job 40, D Greenaway 35.

Men: P Wright 38 Wednesday 24th November Ladies: E Roach 38, B Merrick 38.

Men: Div 1.G Noble 39, I Kerr 38, A Oliver 37.

Div 2. J King 42, V Edwards 39, B Dwyer 37.

Friday 26th November Ladies: P Fitzroy 22, V Chapman 21, F Hayles 21.

Men: A Hargreaves 25, M Hopper 22, G Hutchinson 21.

Saturday 27th November Ladies: C Hopper 37, D Greenaway 36, L Duncan 36.

Men: Div 1. I Kerr 39, K Berrigan 38, G Douglas 38.

Div 2. A Shipard 44, M Parsons 38, J Davidson 37.

Div 3. P Trovalusci 41, J Howarth 39, D Tidswell 36.

Sunday 28th November Ladies: C Atkinson 33.

Men: W O’Brien 40, S Fisher 39.

WEST CAIRNS TPI MEMORIAL BOWLS CLUB INC The second last game for 2021 was held at West Cairns Bowls Club last Monday with Anne Semken, Dawn Evans and Harry McGrath being selected as the winners. Players wishing to play next week should advise Rosemary on mobile 0409624623 that they wish to play. Game will commence at 1.30pm after cards are called at 1.15pm and conclude at 4.30pm. As the end of year function is being held on 13th December at the club, it is important that all attending should advise Rosemary on her mobile as soon as possible to confirm they are included in the numbers for catering purposes.

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MARLIN COAST BOWLS CLUB INC Tuesday afternoon men’s triples: First- S Vidgen, D Parnell, A Mattsson, Second- Ozzie, Gary, Don Tuesday night bowls: Spider: Lorrie, Mia, Jen, Winnie, Ian, Michelle, Chriss Wednesday mixed bowls: FirstJ Carey, L Roberts, L Hamilton, Second T spicer, M swanson, A Haywood Thursday men’s triples: First:, N Robson, R Blake, G Reynolds, Second: P Williamson, A Mattsson, R LLoyd Saturday afternoon Walking Pairs: Winners of Winners: No Results, Winners of Losers: No results Club Championships: Mixed fours Final: E Parkes, B Clarkson, G Andersen, C Flanagan def J Smith, J Ward, G Midson, B O’Connor 26-17.

Mixed Pairs final: J Carey, C Flanagan def D & T Spicer 26-10 Monday evening Happy Hour, cheap drinks 5.00pm- 6.00 pm.

Tuesday Afternoon men’s triples: 1.00pm start, dress optional. Cards called at 12.45pm Tuesday night “bare foot bowls” – be here by 5.30pm

for a 6pm start. Sausage sizzle + bowls and cash prizes. A fun night for all levels of bowler.

Wednesday ladies bowls, gentlemen invited: 1pm start, dress optional, cards called at 1245pm Thursday Morning 3 bowl Pairs: 8.30 start, Sheet out.

Thursday men’s triples, ladies invited: 1pm start, dress optional. Cards called at 12.45pm Friday Night Prize-a-rama, Gold Rush, 100 Club, Meat Tray Raffles, Draw Starts 6.30pm.

Saturday jackpot Walking Pairs: 1pm start, dress optional. Cards called 12.45pm.

MOSSMAN MENS BOWLS Saturday 27 November: 34 bowlers for Jackpot Bowls.

Peter Busch/SAS/Nev Fletcher d Col Johnson/Kiwi/Chris Payne 18-17; John Fleming/Ted Holmes/Col Maxted d Charlie Toohey/Daryl Hoskins/Brock Girgenti 21-18; Steve Heffernan/Peter Gorsuch/Gordon Henderson d Col Widdows/Nev Tesch/Wayne Parkes 21-11; Randal Edwards/Steve Cue/ Ted Pitt d David Blain/David White/Dick Pitt 18-8; John Cochrane/Peter Fairchild/Joe Girgenti d Terry Richards/John Arnold/Jim Geddes 19-8; and the winners for the day, Billy Smith/Doug Pitt d Colt Dwyer/ Dave Egan 31-14.

Congratulations to the 2021

Club Championship winners - Four’s: David Blain/John Cochrane/David Beaumont/Nev Fletcher. R’Up: Eric Smith/ David White/Nev Tesch/John Arnold. Triples: Mick Frese/Chris Payne/Dick Pitt. R’Up: Bernie Wolland/Nev Tesch/Terry Richards. Pairs: Eric Smith/Nev Fletcher. R’Up: Nev Tesch/John Cochrane.

Handicap Singles: David Blain.

R’Up: John Arnold. B Grade Singles: Col Widdows. R’Up: Steve Cue. A Grade Singles: David Blain. R’Up: Bruce Lester.

Congratulations to those elected to the men’s section committee for 2021/2022 as per AGM held 28 November. President Bernie Wolland; Vice President - George Wilmot; Secretary - David White; Men’s Rep Bernie Wolland; Games Director - John Arnold; Selectors - Daryl Hoskins, SAS, Steve Cue & Nev Fletcher, Delegate Bernie Wolland & Patron - Nev Tesch.

Jackpot Bowls his Saturday, with names in by 12 noon, with card call at 12.45pm for a 1pm start. A reminder, that enclosed footwear must be worn on all (Jackpot) bowls days.

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SPORT GORDONVALE BOWLS Last Wednesday it was very pleasing to welcome 30 Ladies to the Ham Day sponsored by Naomi & Linda Thank you Winners were F Gunn L Uhrenholt & M Bruni with 2 Wins plus 42 in second place with 2 Wins plus 28 L Cattelano S Rowe T McAlary Raffle Winner K O’Halloran 10 Random draws made for those players not in the winning teams Thank you for your attendance ladies on a very hot afternoon.

On the 1st December there will be no Social Bowls Wednesday 8th December Christmas Lunch meet at the Grafton at 12noon confirm names with Flo please.

Thursday 2nd December at 1pm Club Selected 3 bowl Pairs Names by 12.30 for 1pm start Winners from last week A Peterson G Morton J Rossi R/ up T Molds W Petrolis Mucka Raffle Winner Mucka 2nd Prize Bernie. Date Claimers: Thursday 16th December at 1pm Ham Day Club Selected names by 12.30 Saturday 18th December at 1pm Ham Day Club Selected names by 12.30pm followed by Presentation Day & a sausage Sizzle Visitors are very welcome on all Bowling days 40561050. Thanks to the Volunteers hard at work on the green after the recent rain.

WEST CAIRNS MEN’S BOWLS CLUB Friday Scroungers: 1st Terry Incledew Runner-up Geoff Rowley Tuesday Comp: winners- B. White, Barry Butt and Mel Taylor 23pts and 2nd Frank G, Sandy, John R. +16pts Thirsty Thursday: best players were Ian Armstrong, Jocko and Rod Hooper.

Sunday morning OAK Tree Retirement Village Mixed Competition: - 1st Phantom’s Team with 2 wins and +26 pts, 2nd L. Mitchell team with 2 wins and +23 pts, 3rd. was J. Johnston team with 2 wins and +20pts. A special mention went to Ted Hamilton, Stan Williams and their wives for putting up a great effort. Many a competitor enjoyed the games and the

post-game prize give out.

Club Championship - Competition played during the week.

Richo and K. Crump 22pts defeated Greg Stanley and T’mor 17pts in the Men’s “B grade” Doubles. Games to be played this week will be finals men’s Pairs and Semi-final of the Mixed pairs.

BROTHERS EDMONTON BOWLS Monday November 29, 2021 Ladies Section: Results: Thurs. Nov.25 – A relaxing time was had by all at Social Bowls.

Coming events: Thurs.9th Dec, Social bowls, visitors welcome, contact the office on 4055 5344 by midday for play at 1.00pm. A gentle reminder that all ladies are on our permanent playing list so if you are not playing, please call the club and confirm your absence. Our last day of bowls for 2021 will be Thurs.

Dec. 16th with our Social Bowls Christmas Breakup being confirmed for Fri. Dec. 17th please give your names to President Sandra if you will be attending.

Men’s Section: Results: Wed. Nov. 24th: Winners-. Rick Schmidt, Alan Del Favero, Michael Craggs. Rs/up: George Atkinson, Frank Grainer, Ray Jorgensen. Sat. Nov. 27th Winners- Sam Finocchiaro, Max Harker, Sandy McQuade, Greg Ceely. Rs/up- Carol Morris, Peter Webb, Michael O’Halloran, Daphne Begg. Sun. Nov.28th: Men’s Classic Fours, 1st Team Greg Ceely, 2nd Team Normie Hall, 3rd Team Ted Hamilton, 4th Team Kim Mitchell.

Coming events: Sat. Dec. 4th Mixed Mufti “3 bowl” Triples club select skips pick a card, cash prizes plus Jackpot.

Nomination sheet in Fullers Sports Club Foyer or phone office on 4055 5344 and leave a message. Entries close at 11.30am for play at 12.30pm.

Wed. Dec. 8th Men’s Self Select “3 Bowl” Triples cash prizes plus Jackpot, visitors welcome. Nominations close 11.30am for play at 12.30pm phone office and leave Sat. Dec.11th Club Christmas Ham Day sponsored by Patron John Populin plus “Goose Club” raffle.

SILKWOOD BOWLS CLUB There was very little activity this week as many bowlers were engaged in competition games outside of home club.

Sunday 28th Mixed Social.

An attempt to play bowls was spoiled by severe weather conditions and we had to be happy having a good cup of tea.

Wednesday 1st December Mixed Social Team “Dutchy” and Tim Wallis def Team Rob Nowell and Len Charman 22/17 Team Denise Charman and Ann Hollingsworth def Team Delmo Tarditi and Anna Della Bella 25/11 Attention- Silkwood bowls club has decided to start the social bowling at 2pm - every Wednesday and Sunday.

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Cairns Dominates Jiu Jitsu Cup

Cairns Local Brazilian Jiu Jitsu club Team Moreira has yet again showed complete domination at the latest Jiu Jitsu event taking home 6 gold and 2 silver with only a small team of 6 fighters Results: Far right head coach 2nd degree Professor Troy Manning winning 3rd best team of the day even after only having a team of 6 and only entering the No Gi Jiu Jitsu divisions, 2nd from right mid Harrison Maunder, 3rd from right mid Brandon Pacheco winning the over all male under 85kg division, 4th from right mid Jerome Faraimo 2nd in the super heavy weight and 2nd over all in the absolute division, Top far left Ashleigh Smith 1st in the female absolute division, top right Curt Hodgo 1st in super heavy and 1st in make absolute division, bottom being carried Konstantintin Schuler 1st under 73kg division.

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SUMMER RUNNING SQUAD ENCOURAGES LOCALS TO JOIN

By Isabella Guzman Gonzalez

Lorraine Lawson is a full-time teacher who found a second life passion: running. She is the Managing Director for Dynamic Running, a not-for-profit Cairns club founded in 2014 that looks to inspire runners and get them to achieve their goals and an Accredited Athletics Level 2 Coach for middle to long-distance running.

Now Ms Lawson is gathering a summer squad called ‘Lawson Squad’ to prepare them for the ‘3 Marathons in 3 Days’ and to initiate beginners who want to get into running.

Ms Lawson said that what started as a plan to lose weight turned into a life-long passion.

“I progressed to doing ultramarathon. I’m a qualified athletics Australia coach, and I’ve been coaching for over seven years,” she said.

“And now I’m starting a new squad for next year. The reason why I created Lawson Squad is to attract locals and encourage anyone else that’s out there thinking about running to come and join us.”

The launch of Lawson Squad on January 26 will have Ms Lawson as the coach. The

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squad will have morning and night training sessions twice a week, and the goal is to prepare for July 2022 ‘3 Marathons in 3 Days;’ however, it’s not a requirement to participate in the races.

“I do this as a hobby; I’m not motivated by the money. The payment is only to make people accountable. There are different fees that you can select from and pay weekly.

“Our existing members form a nice group, they’re very supportive, so they’re helping each other, supporting each other.

In terms of mental health, it’s a very safe space to be. People are positive and friendly; it’s just a pleasant environment.

“Everybody is welcome. There is no pressure; I don’t care if you want to walk, come and walk; some will walk, some will run, I will jog in the middle. Just come and give it a try.

It’s ok if it’s not for you. We want to offer the opportunity to anyone in the community who wants to participate,” she said.

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