Cairns Local News June 03 2022

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PALM COVE BACK ON THE TOURIST MAP

L/R - Ken Chapman Chairman TTNQ, Craig Crawford MP - Barron River, Gary Kerr President Tourism Palm Cove, Michael Healy MP - Cairns at the launch of Destination Palm Cove Strategy.

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RONALD McDonald House Charities (RMHC) North Australia is thrilled to announce the commencement of its ‘Regular Giving’ campaign.

In a bid to encourage more people across North Queensland and the Northern Territory to sign up for either Regular Giving or Workplace Giving for RMHC North Australia, partner Coalroc is donating a generous $20 for every person who signs up between now and June 20, 2022.

Coalroc Director Gerald Tinney is proud to be RMHC North Australia’s Regular Giving Campaign Partner.

“Being a North Queensland based business, Coalroc is excited to be partnering with RMHC North Australia on the Regular Giving Campaign, to encourage people and businesses from our region to help a wonderful Charity that focuses on helping those families that are dealing with the illness of a child,” Mr Tinney said.

“There can be no more rewarding contribution than being part of Regular Giving.”

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Vaccination demands eased for hospital visitors

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UEENSLANDERS who have not been vaccinated can visit the State’s public and private hospitals from today.

Health Minister Yvette D’Ath said the further easing of restrictions was possible because of Queensland’s strong health response.

“As Queensland moves to living with COVID, we can now take the next step in easing restrictions,” the Minister said.

“The acting Chief Health Officer has advised that the vaccination mandate for hospital visitors is no longer necessary to respond to the spread of COVID-19.

“The limit on visitors will

also be removed; however, hospitals will continue to manage visitor numbers locally.

“The requirement to collect contact information for all visitors has also been eased.

“Easing these restrictions will also allow staff to be re-tasked to support the delivery of more critical hospital services.

“Throughout the pandemic, we’ve followed the health advice, and we continue to do so.” Limitations on entry to vulnerable settings for diagnosed persons and close contacts will continue to operate for visitors.

Masks will still be required when visiting health facilities.

Chief Executive Officer Tamara South said RMHC deeply appreciates Coalroc’s support.

“We are truly grateful for the support Coalroc has shown for our Regular Giving campaign,” Ms South said.

“Regular Giving recognises that even the smallest contributions can make a big difference.

This sustainable giving fosters a lasting impact for the more than 5,000 sick and injured children that

RMHC North Australia care for every year.”

With Regular Giving, donors can tailor their monthly donations to fit within their unique budget.

Tax-deductible donations start at just $2.

“The cost of just one coffee a week can make a real differ-

ence for the families who rely on RMHC North Australia’s five practical care programs,” Ms South said.

For more information on Regular Giving, visit, RMHC North Australia: www.rmhcna.org.au

END OF AN ERA …as COVID-19 testing clinics wind down

THE Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service (CHHHS) is winding down its COVID-19 testing clinics as case numbers of the virus keep declining across the Far North.

AS part of the statewide process, CHHHS’ main fever clinic - located at 43 Aumuller St, Portsmith – will close its doors on Friday, June 17, alongside other testing clinics located at Tully, Innisfail Atherton, Mareeba and Mossman hospitals.

CHHHS Executive Director COVID-19 Response, Dr Donna Goodman, said fever clinics were always a temporary measure and transitioning clinical expertise back to hospitals and frontline health services was always part of the plan.

“When we opened our first fever clinic at Cairns Hospital

in March 2020, shortly after our first case of COVID-19, we had no idea how long we would need to keep these clinics open,” Dr Goodman said.

“But, more than two years later, Rapid Antigen Testing (RAT) is now the primary form of testing.

“More than 94% of Far North Queenslanders are fully vaccinated, and the virus is widespread – we are effectively living with COVID-19.

“COVID-19 testing is still required for some people; however, we are at the stage of the pandemic at which we can – and should – direct our health resources to where they are needed.

Dr Goodman said the Health Service would retain an ability to stand up fever clinics at short

notice, and hospital in-patients would still receive PCR testing if a clinical diagnosis of COVID-19 required confirmation.

“PCR testing isn’t going away: you can still get tested in private pathology clinics via a referral from your GP or self-referral online for overseas travel,” she said.

“And, of course, you can access a RAT at your nearest stockist, including community pharmacies.”

CHHHS Health Incident Controller Rudi De Faveri said the Health Service was grateful to the many people who attended COVID-19 testing clinics throughout the pandemic.

“As of yesterday, we have tested more than 235,000 people at our fever clinics,” Mr De Faveri said.

“Each of these people did a great service to the community by reducing the spread of the virus.

“The fact that we can be at a point now where we don’t need these clinics is a tribute to everyone who has had a hand in protecting our region from COVID-19, especially our staff who have faced immense challenges, often working in stressful conditions.

“We are looking forward to returning our staff to their usual roles.

“This means we can focus more on delivering essential healthcare.

“This will help our hospitals manage the increasing demand for their services.”

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Palm Cove set to become Australia’s ‘go to’ destination

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NOWN by locals as the ‘jewel in the crown’ of the Tropical North, Palm Cove wants to reclaim its position as one of the most coveted tourism destinations through a new marketing campaign.

On Monday, May 30, Tourism Palm Cove (TPC) unveiled the Discover Palm Cove Strategy, which is set to revitalise tourism in Palm Cove after COVID-19 and showcase it as Australia’s most sophisticated tropical destination.

Emerging from the impact of the pandemic over the last two years and responding to the needs of the local tourism industry, Tourism Palm Cove (TPC) has refocussed its efforts toward marketing

Palm Cove to crucial domestic markets and some international markets.

TPC members, along with key community members and business leaders, attended the Strategy launch, which outlined the vision for Palm Cove to become “the most serene and sophisticated tropical destination in Australia.”

This supports the recent work done by Tourism Tropical North Queensland’s Palm Cove Identity project and focuses on the serene and sophisticated simplicity qualities that were clearly identified.

TPC President Gary Kerr said having a clear focus for TPC is creating some significant marketing capabilities that

can be put to work for TPC’s members.

“Earlier this year, our members said we needed to concentrate on marketing Palm Cove as a highly desirable destination,” Mr Kerr said.

“That feedback clarified the need for TPC to increase its capabilities to promote Palm Cove nationally.

“The Destination Palm Cove Strategy provides the framework to achieve that in the coming years.

“We believe Palm Cove is tourism’s “Jewel in the Crown” in Tropical North Queensland, and we are determined to make sure it shines brightly in our key domestic markets,” Mr Kerr added.

Cairns Local News has jumped on board the Strategy, providing a $10,000 sponsorship package over the next 12 months to support the region’s economy.

A key element of the Strategy is to invest and develop marketing capability, including digital infrastructure, to support promotional activities, journey curation and ultimately, bookings.

In response to this, TPC will be launching a new website in July, supported by a significant Google Ad domestic marketing campaign that will drive a substantial amount of traffic to the website over the next 12 months.

TPC’s Marketing Coordina-

tor, David Galeano, said the combination of a new website and the Google Ads campaign would significantly raise the awareness of Palm Cove in its target markets and drive substantial sales to TPC’s members.

“The new website will be state of the art from a consumer engagement perspective as well as optimised for consumer searches and enquiries,” Mr Galeano said.

“This will make sure that the $150,000 per year Google Ads grant that we have been given really works to maximise bookings for our members.”

TPC’s Membership Coordinator, Jo Clayton, said she is excited about the opportunities

for the local tourism industry to benefit from being a member of TPC. “Never before has TPC offered so much in marketing our beautiful destination and members that make Palm Cove so special,” Ms Clayton said.

“There is a range of membership levels available for businesses that they can choose that best suit their marketing plans, and I encourage people to jump onto our website and check them out.”

For more information and to be updated on TPC’s offers and Strategy, visit, www.tourismpalmcove.com

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new round of grants will inject almost $250,000 to support Queensland’s commercial fishing industry sustainability.

Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries and Minister for Rural Communities Mark Furner said the fishing project grants would fund projects to enhance fishing across the state.

“Funding through the fishing project grants supports the government’s Sustainable Fisheries Strategy of building a legacy of sustainable fisheries for our children and grandchildren,” Mr Furner said. “$248 237 has been allocated from the Commercial and Charter Fishing Grant Program to four groups involved in commercial

fishing for projects to improve fishery management practice, trial cost-effective independent data validation technologies, research into the effectiveness of electronic shark deterrents, and developing biomass estimates for important aquarium coral species.”

Mr Furner said the grants were a welcome investment for our fishing sector.

“The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on fishing has highlighted the importance of supporting all parts of the state’s fishing industry,” Mr Furner said.

“We want a diverse recreational, charter and commercial industry and cultural important resource for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders that sup-

ports regional jobs and economies.

“This latest round of funding continues the Queensland Government’s proud support of fishing activities across the state.”

The recipients of the grants are: • OceanWatch Australia, for a project focused on sustainable fishing practices and education; • Wild Barra Fisheries, for a project trialling monitoring systems; • James Cook University, for a project looking at biomass estimates related to corals; and • Dragon Lady Fishing Tours, for a project on the effectiveness of electronic shark deterrent devices.

CAIRNS AND FNQ SHOWCASED IN ANNUAL LEICHHARDT COMMUNITY CALENDAR COMPETITION The Leichhardt electorate boasts some of the most stunning scenery in Australia. From sunflower fields in Cairns to the turquoise coral cays of the Torres Strait and everywhere in between.

Combine that with our vibrant communities, local characters and huge variety of tropical species, and it’s clear that local photographers seeking inspiration are spoiled for choice.

Federal Leichhardt MP Warren Entsch is calling for photographs that capture our iconic places, people, events, flora and fauna for his twelfth annual Leichhardt Community Calendar Competition.

He said he regularly gets positive feedback about the calendar and always endeavours to include a wide range of places and subjects in its pages.

“This calendar is one of my favourite projects during the year,” Mr Entsch said.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for people to showcase their photography skills to thousands of businesses in the Far North.

“The top 14 shots – one for each month plus a front and back cover – will feature in this year’s calendar along with the name of each photographer, as well as details of where each photo was taken.”

“While our natural beauty is well-known, it is our people that make our region the best place to live, and I am looking forward to seeing this year’s entries.”

Competition Details: The southern boundary of Leichhardt is White Rock, and to the west, parts of Kuranda and Speewah are included

within Leichhardt, as is Mt Carbine.

The boundary then extends west to the Gulf of Carpentaria, taking in all of Cape York and the Torres Strait.

Images must be in landscape format, high-resolution JPEG digital image (minimum size 1Mb and resolution 300dpi) and be received by close of business on Wednesday, June 22, 2022.

All images meeting the above criteria are to be emailed to warren.entsch.mp@aph.gov. au for consideration.

For further information or questions, contact the Cairns electorate office on (07) 4051 2220.

When they become available, people who would like a free copy of the 2022-23 calendar can contact Mr Entsch’s office directly.

Rainforest trees have been dying faster since the 1980s

TROPICAL trees in Australia’s rainforests have been dying at double the previous rate since the 1980s, seemingly because of climate impacts, according to a long-term international study published in the journal Nature.

Susan Laurance, Professor of Tropical Ecology at James Cook University, was part of a study involving researchers from the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center, Oxford University, and the French National Research Institute for Sustainable Development (IRD).

She said the researchers found the average death rates of tropical trees in Australia have doubled in the last 35 years as global warming increases the

drying power of the atmosphere.

“We found trees are living around half as long, which is a pattern consistent across species and sites across the region,” Professor Laurance said.

“And the impacts can be seen as far back as the 1980s.”

Dr David Bauman is a tropical forest ecologist at the Smithsonian, Oxford and the IRD and lead author of the study.

“It was a shock to detect such a marked increase in tree mortality, let alone a trend consistent across the diversity of species and sites we studied,” Dr Bauman said.

“A sustained doubling of mortality risk would imply the carbon stored in trees returns

twice as fast to the atmosphere.”

The scientists said that one remarkable result of the study is that the increase in mortality seems to have started in the 1980s, indicating the Earth’s natural systems may have been responding to changing climate for decades.

Oxford Professor and study co-author Yadvinder Malhi said global warming had a critical impact on our rainforests.

“Our work shows if you look shoreward from the Great Barrier Reef, Australia’s famous rainforests are also changing rapidly,” Professor Malhi said.

“Moreover, the likely driving factor we identify, the increasing drying power of the atmosphere

caused by global warming, suggests similar increases in tree death rates may be occurring across the world’s tropical forests.

“If that is the case, tropical forests may soon become carbon sources, and the challenge of limiting global warming well below 2 °C becomes both more urgent and more difficult.”

“Long-term datasets like this one, which looked at more than 8,300 trees over 50 years of data in 24 forests, are scarce and very important for studying forest changes in response to climate change,” Professor Laurence said.

“This is because rainforest trees can have such long lives,

and tree death is not always immediate.”

Associate Professor Lucas Cernusak from James Cook University was a co-author of the study. He said recent studies in Amazonia have also suggested tropical tree death rates are increasing, thus weakening the carbon sink, but the reason is unclear.

“Intact tropical rainforests are major stores of carbon and until now have been ‘carbon sinks’, acting as moderate brakes on the rate of climate change by absorbing around 12% of human-caused carbon dioxide emissions,” Dr Cernusak said.

The team believe the main climate driver is the increasing

drying power of the atmosphere.

As the atmosphere warms, it draws more moisture from plants, resulting in increased water stress in trees and ultimately increased risk of death.

When the researchers crunched the numbers, it further showed the loss of biomass from this mortality increase over the past decades has not been offset by biomass gains from tree growth and recruitment of new trees.

“This implies the mortality increase has translated into a net decrease in the potential of these forests to offset carbon emissions,” said Dr Cernusak.

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SIXTY YEARS NEVER LOOKED SO GOOD! THE 2022 Cairns Festival celebrates its Diamond Jubilee year by turning on all the glitz and glamour fitting for a 60th birthday bash.

From August 26 to September 4, the annual Cairns Festival will showcase local, world-class national and international music, theatre, art, film, and comedy, highlighting the rich cultural identity of the city.

With events including aweinspiring and fully immersive light shows, a Grand Parade and fireworks display, and an entire program of ticketed and free events for the whole family, Cairns Festival is a celebration of the beauty and culture of living where the sun and sand meet the city.

Spanning 10 days and across multiple venues, Cairns Festival is the biggest arts and culture event on the Cairns calendar.

Cairns Mayor Bob Manning said the well-loved Festival provides a platform to engage locals and visitors through a diverse range of entertainment befitting a 60-year celebration.

“This is a big year for Cairns Festival,” Cr Manning said.

“Sixty years is an extraordinary achievement for an event that had humble beginnings as the Cairns Tourist Festival in

1962 before being rebranded the following year as Fun in the Sun. “Through the years, there have been a few name changes, but what has remained steadfast is the community’s support, which has grown the festival into a staple fixture on the regional Queensland events calendar.

“With six decades of memorable moments to spur us on, the 2022 Cairns Festival program builds on past successes, includes old favourites and incorporates some exciting new features and concepts, including a spectacular immersive laser and light experience to kick off 10-days of festivities.”

Opening on Friday, August 26, the Cairns Esplanade will light up with the Festival’s inaugural immersive laser and light experience, Reef Light, supported by Festivals Australia.

On Saturday, August 27, the Grand Parade will harness all the glitz and glamour of a Diamond Jubilee, with the streets to come alive with the traditional street parade and live performance.

Look up on Saturday, September 3, to catch Patricia Piccinini’s monumental artworks, Skywhale and Skywhalepapa, two awe-inspiring hot air balloons floating above our

beloved Cairns, in partnership with Cairns Art Gallery and NGA. Cairns City Library façade will light up with its annual projection, this year celebrating the work of local renowned textile designer and artist Francoise Lane.

This exciting projection will light up the library every evening of the Cairns Festival from 7pm-11pm.

Cairns Festival will also present a series of ticketed performances and shows for all ages, including the launch of the Cairns Festival Heat Pack – a multi-pass pack to three selected shows over three iconic venues.

Catch Truth Machine at The Court House, Le Coup at CPAC Theatre, and Aftermath at Tanks Arts Centre, and save on ticket prices with a soon to be released package deal.

Another highlight will be the return of Amy Shark to Cairns with a performance at Tanks Arts Centre, while The Court House will house the 60th Exhibition, an interactive display celebrating the vibrant history of Cairns Festival’s 60 years through imagery and film.

Sixty years is an extraordinary achievement for an event that had humble beginnings as the Cairns Tourist Festival in 1962 before being rebranded the following year as Fun in the Sun.

Cairns Festival in previous years (images supplied)

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Rangers take the lead

AS ‘EYES AND EARS’ OF THE NORTHERN GREAT BARRIER REEF Torres Strait Regional Authority (TSRA) and JCU TropWATER Centre are training rangers from remote island communities to monitor seagrass meadows

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IN the lead up to National Reconciliation Week (May 27 to June 3), James Cook University’s scientists were upskilling Torres Strait rangers to be the eyes and ears in protecting seagrass meadows in the northernmost part of the Great Barrier Reef.

In one of the country’s most comprehensive seagrass monitoring programs, Torres Strait Regional Authority (TSRA) and JCU TropWATER Centre are training rangers from remote island communities to monitor seagrass meadows in the nation’s far north.

TSRA Acting Chairperson Horace Baira said Green Island off Cairns – home to vital dugong and turtle seagrass habitat – provided the perfect training ground.

“Combining ancient knowledge and modern science is critical for conservation as we face climate impacts across the Torres Strait,” Mr Baira said.

“The ocean is the lifeblood of the Torres Strait, and bringing together all fields of expertise will help protect this precious natural resource for current and future generations.”

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seagrass scientist Dr Alex Carter said the rangers were critical in regional assessments of seagrass condition in Torres Strait.

“This training week builds on a 15-year partnership that goes from strength to strength as it continues to grow with new monitoring locations added to the network,” Dr Carter said.

“Traditional Owners are the eyes and ears on the ground, and this ranger-led program provides the first warnings of any declines or changes in seagrass health.

“This allows for quick management responses and targeted

research projects to protect these important seagrass meadows.”

The four-day workshop, delivered by JCU scientists and TSRA, includes in-field training, species identification, and an opportunity to discuss results from recent research and monitoring projects to plan for future opportunities.

24-year-old Iama (Yam) Island Traditional Owner and TSRA Marine Biologist Madeina David said the training would support reef monitoring and results.

“Most people are unaware the Torres Strait is the most

northern part of the Great Barrier Reef, home to the world’s largest dugong population and significant numbers of green turtles,” Ms David said.

“Working in partnership to value traditional and western science gives our marine life and ocean ecosystems the best chance to survive and thrive.”

Meriam Traditional Owner and TSRA Senior Ranger Supervisor Aaron Bon said the training would build the capacity and knowledge of local Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal rangers and boost conservation efforts across the Torres Strait.

“It will also assist Rangers and Traditional Owners to keep an eye on our reefs and seagrass meadows in the region, and in doing so, we help protect some of the world’s most pristine and rich sea country,” Mr Bon said.

TSRA employs up to 60 land and sea rangers across 14 Torres Strait communities to support employment opportunities for local people to combine traditional knowledge with conservation training to protect and manage land, sea and culture.

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50 millionth meal Local students join the delivered in Cairns Reef Guardian Initiative

WOOLWORTHS and Australia’s leading food rescue organisation, OzHarvest, have reached a major milestone, with the supermarket having donated the equivalent of 50 million meals to the charity since their partnership began.

The 50 millionth meal was rescued from Woolworths Redlynch in Cairns and delivered to St Margaret’s House, a shelter run

by Anglicare North Queensland Ltd for young women experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

OzHarvest has been supporting St Margaret’s House since 2017 and delivers around 100 meals a week.

Woolworths is OzHarvest’s National Food Rescue partner and biggest food donor, providing over half of the organisation’s rescued food and supporting over 1,800 charities.

Since 2014, Woolworths and OzHarvest have saved 18,000 tonnes of food from ending up in landfill, preventing 118,543 tonnes of CO2 emissions from

damaging the environment.

One in six Australian adults are now considered severely food insecure, and more than half of the people impacted by food insecurity go an entire day each week without eating.

OzHarvest Founder and CEO Ronni Kahn said Woolworths had been a great supporter throughout the years.

“Over the last eight years, we’ve worked together to improve both the quality and quantity of rescued food, to ensure the people we feed have regular access to fresh and nutritious produce every day,” Ms Kahn said.

“My heartfelt thanks goes to the entire Woolworths team – we simply could not do what we do without them.”

Woolworths Group Chief Marketing Officer Andrew Hicks said the partnership with OzHarvest allows them to support Australians in need and be more sustainable.

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our goal is to make seasonal and nutritious food accessible to all Australians,” Mr Hicks said.

“Our longstanding partnership with OzHarvest allows us to provide surplus fresh food to Australians in need and help the environment by reducing potential food waste.

“The 50 million meals milestone is a testament to the dedication of the OzHarvest and Woolworths teams in their care for fresh food and for our Australian communities, and proves a little good every day can make a big difference.”

Dearne Lang, Project Manager at the St Margaret’s House, said they were grateful for the food that OzHarvest and Woolworths had supplied.

“There is such a great variety of produce that we wouldn’t normally have, allowing the young women we support to try new and nutritious food while improving their skills when we all prepare meals together,” Ms Lang said.

Woolworths has partnered with OzHarvest on several initiatives over the years, including community food drives, Round Up appeals, increased its commitment during COVID and devastating floods, and donates a portion of proceeds from each sale of OzHarvest Santa Cookies during the Christmas season.

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Newman Catholic College students debriefing on their underwater survey at Moore Reef. Image by Matthew Radburnd

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EWMAN Catholic College students recently travelled to Moore Reef on a field trip to build their skills as Reef Guardians.

During the field trip, students examined marine life up close through snorkelling, glass-bottom boat tours and underwater observatories.

Students and their teachers travelled to the reef via Reef Magic III, rendezvousing with the Reef Magic Pontoon.

The pontoon is a stateof-the-art facility that was launched to the public at the beginning of 2022.

The facility allowed students to undertake citizen-science experiments involving plankton capture, analysis and underwater surveys of fish and coral species.

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Island culture is front and centre of the experience, with students having lessons on country with qualified guides explaining traditional hunting practices and cultural immersion through music and dance.

Science Teacher at Newman Catholic College Matthew Radburnd organised the trip.

Mr Radburnd said field trips like this allowed the students to have a practical learning experience.

“To be able to have our students experience the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef first hand and to apply the lessons of the classroom in real life is the learning that we are aiming for at Newman Catholic College,” he said.

Students attended field trips in groups of approximately 70 students.

College Captain Oisin Breheny said it had been an enlightening experience for the students.

“The students would like to thank the staff and crew aboard the boat and pontoon for giving us such an amazing experience,” Oisin said.

A valuable learning experience for the Foundation Year 7 students of Newman Catholic College. The college organised the field trip to support students as they have been engaging with the Reef Guardian program, established by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (GBRMPA).

The program aims to encourage positive behaviour in everyday life so that the Great Barrier Reef can be protected through pollution reduction and public education.

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ANCER survivor and Cairns local Angela Capitanio has been named the official face of the 2022 Far North Queensland Relay For Life event, a Cancer Council Queensland movement created to raise awareness and vital funds for cancer care in local communities.

Ms Capitanio, an avid supporter of Cancer Council Queensland, is excited to lead the Far North Queensland Relay For Life formalities at the official 2022 event on Saturday, July 30, at Barlow Park.

The Capitanio family is all too familiar with the impact of a cancer diagnosis.

Angela was only six years old when she lost her mother to breast cancer.

At just 39 and with three young children, Angela was diagnosed with breast cancer.

Speaking to the diagnosis, she said she was determined not to leave her children to grow up without a mother as she did.

“I needed to be strong and resilient and hopeful that I would not face the same fate as my mother,” Ms Capitanio said.

Following a mastectomy, Angela was given the ‘all-clear’.

The Capitanio’s world was rocked once again when their youngest daughter, Pauline, was

diagnosed with breast cancer at 25 years old, whilst seven months pregnant.

With bilateral tumours over 5cm discovered, she was rushed into a 10-hour surgery to remove her tumours and bring a healthy baby girl into the world.

“As I go through these experiences, I am taken back to the feelings of pain that I felt as a child when my mother died, the distress I felt when I was diagnosed, the anguish I felt when my daughter was diagnosed and anger that my family continues to have over the uncertainty of who next,” Angela said.

“Over the years, we have been fortunate to have witnessed many advancements in treatments, facilities and discovery of genes leading to genetic testing.

“Public awareness is high, leading to earlier diagnosis and better patient outcomes. All of this is made possible through events like Relay for Life.”

This year the Far North Queensland Relay For Life Committee aims to raise $139,000 to support Cancer Council Queensland’s life-saving cancer research, prevention programs and support services.

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Angela Capitanio has been chosen as the new face of Relay for Life.

Ms Meaghan Bush, said this year’s Far North Queensland Relay For Life would be an exceptional event, and that the charity is thrilled to have Ms Capitanio as this year’s Face of Relay.

“The Relay for Life events empower teams of families, friends and colleagues to raise critical funds for cancer support and research.,” Ms Bush said.

“By joining forces with Ms Capitanio at the Far North Queensland event, you will help us get one step closer to a cancerfree future.

“Please register a team or donate to your local Relay For Life – cancer never rests, so neither will we.”

Relay For Life is an event for everyone – independent of age or fitness level.

Funds raised through Relay For Life go towards life-saving cancer research, prevention programs and support services.

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HE world celebrated No Tobacco Day on Tuesday, May 31, to educate on tobacco’s damaging effects on our health.

Still, not-for-profit organisation No More Butts wants to raise awareness of the impact that ciggies and vapes pose on our environment.

No More Butts is a Queensland not-for-profit that works hand in hand with councils and government, raising awareness, implementing programs, advocating for infrastructure requirements (butt bins) around the region, and strengthening policies and legislation around cigarette pollution.

Founder of No More Butts and winner of the Cairns Volunteer of the Year Award, Shannon Mead, said the organisation had picked tens of thousands of butts from cleaning drives.

“We have picked up over tens of thousands,” Mr Mead said.

“That number is nowhere near the estimated of over a million littered in a week.

“We’ve moved towards raising awareness, working with councils and governments to drive systemic change rather than focusing on picking up those thousands of butts because they will be there again the next day.”

Mr Mead wants No Tobac-

co Day to become a platform to talk about how cigarettes comprise a great percentage of our littering and the significant damage it causes our environment.

“Cigarette butts can be in the environment for up to 15 years before they break up into microplastics,” he said.

“And as smokers are moving across to vapes, that is creating a new environmental threat.

“Vapes, in general, will have a battery; they’ll have a plastic or aluminium cover and all the chemicals.

“We’re going from having one plastic cigarette butt to potentially four different disposal issues.”

The disposal of e-cigarettes is problematic due to the need to separate and recycle its different parts to prevent them from getting into landfill.

Today, most councils, including Cairns Regional Council, do not allow vaping devices to be disposed of with electronic waste (e-waste).

“We need coordinated action across all councils and states to be identified as an ewaste to create an opportunity for household dropouts so it can be disposed of effectively,” Mr Mead said.

Mr Mead wants the message and momentum of No Tobacco Day to stick with people all year round.

“People will think of the impacts of tobacco and immediately think health,” he said.

“But the message goes a lot deeper than that; when you talk about the environmental impact, it goes beyond the littering of cigarette butts or the emerging threat of vaping.

“It’s also about the deforestation that takes place to make the products, the communities that are affected by creating those products, and the carbon footprint that comes with shipping these products worldwide.

“No Tobacco Day and every day is about being conscious of the environmental impact of tobacco, how smokers can reduce it and how we can dispose of these products effectively.”

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Re: lights at Northern Beaches Yorkeys to Machans I agree with Cr Brett Olds it is ludicrous idea it will slow the trip during peak hour down even more than it is now, especially as it already a crawl what are they thinking oh wait they simply don’t care. Did locals even get a say.... NO! Ben, Babinda Re: Road naming honouring Louie Piccone what a great way to honour him, even for a while it will take getting used to having to update addresses with local service providers and trying to convince them that this Street actually does exist.

I still think it’s well deserved and a great legacy to be the local Edmonton area, Council you have actually done good for once despite the short term confusion and disruption it will cause.

Ben, Babinda I believe Scomo is taking his ‘slow sweet’ time packing his bags and leaving, but when we look at how slow he has been to do anything over the last three years, then we shouldn’t be surprised eh!

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CAIRNS HEALTH CEO RESIGNS

THE Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service (CHHHS) today announced the resignation of its Chief Executive Tina Chinery.

In her message to staff, Ms Chinery said she would be returning to Western Australia to be closer to family following the birth of her first grandchild and the passing of her mother in March.

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I believe the EU and the West have been way too ‘weak’ with the way they are dealing with Russia. Everyone ‘say’ they’re helping, while Ukraine is being smashed. Who’s got the ‘balls’ to help?

Noel, Cairns I realise that people like to travel, but if the international travel was not opened up, we would not have ‘monkey pox’ in our country. So if it spreads, then that’s on our EX PM. Noel, Cairns Conservative commentators are crying crocodile tears of relief that Albanese has avoided leading a minority government. If they really wanted to avoid an unstable minority government, they would have been telling Morrison to give Labor their second preferences. A desperate Morrison instead preferenced the Palmer and Hanson parties even though they were mad or bad and had proven records of splintering whenever they gained seats.

Morrison himself ran a minority Liberal party government unable to control the Nationals Party rump, or even all Liberal elements on critical votes. Albanese actually runs the new government and would have done so even in minority. It is the difference between leadership and the constant pursuit of photo opportunities.

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in January 2020, just as the COVID-19 pandemic began.

Ms Chinery says she is most proud to have led the Health Service’s COVID-19 response.

“As a regional centre, we were one of the few areas that had local transmission early in the pandemic,” she said.

“We were the only regional area to have international quarantine hotels, and in the past six months, we have managed the highest rate of COVID-19 infections outside Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

“Our adaptability to take on new ways of working, linking with health partners, and thinking innovatively to care for people across our widespread catchment area made a real difference.”

Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Board Chair Clive Skarott said Tina’s leadership throughout the pandemic was outstanding.

“Tina’s leadership and compassion will be missed, but we understand her need to be near her family in Western

Australia,” he said.

“The Board will continue to progress the substantial plans in place for local health services, including our transition to becoming a university hospital.

“Tina has made a major contribution to our region’s health services, and we wish her well.”

Ms Chinery finishes on June 30 before taking some time with family.

The Board plans to begin a recruitment search for a new Chief Executive shortly.

Safety Plan (CSP) proposes some Council initiatives, including: • Introduction of Social Connectors, who will have an on-street presence and work collaboratively with police and specialist services • Improved design and management of built-up areas to reduce the conditions that are conducive to antisocial behaviours • Deploying Council’s extensive security resources, including CCTV and streetbased patrols, to mitigate the occurrence of antisocial behaviours and improve responses and service outreach by partner organisations • Maintaining the cleanliness of public spaces, which will reduce negative perceptions about the CBD • A CBD Hotspot Activation Plan, which will identify and implement a range of sitespecific activations • Tackling public drinking and intoxication through an increased commitment to the Responsible Service of Alcohol and the Liquor Accord via the Office of Liquor and Gaming.

The Cairns CSP will initially focus on people sleeping rough, with almost half of antisocial behaviour incidents recorded

by Council’s City Safe program from 2016 to 2021 attributed to this group.

“It will take time for the CSP to yield results, but it will provide long term benefits,” Cr James said.

The Cairns CBD and fringes has been chosen as a pilot site due to ongoing antisocial behaviours in the location and the significant flow-on effects on CBD users, residents, business owners and tourists.

PLAN TO IMPROVE COMMUNITY SAFETY IN THE CITY

Early interventions, closer working ties with specialist services, and stronger collaboration with other government agencies will form part of a new Council approach to community safety in the city.

The Cairns Community Safety Plan – CBD Pilot 20222026 was endorsed by Council at Wednesday’s Planning and Environment Meeting to manage, respond to, and reduce antisocial behaviour and promote positive social interactions in public spaces.

Cairns Mayor Bob Manning said Council was moving further to address antisocial behaviour in the city’s public spaces.

“It is well known that antisocial behaviours can have a significant adverse social, cultural, and economic impact on the city,” Cr Manning said.

“Council already spends over $3 million annually in CBD safety measures, including CCTV equipment and monitoring, security patrols, and CBD support staff, which make an invaluable contribution to the effectiveness of joint community safety approaches in the CBD. “However, more can be done to understand and address this complex issue, and Council wants to be part of the solution.”

Over the past five years, an average of almost 1,000 incidences of antisocial behaviour – including criminal activity, public intoxication, and people sleeping rough – have been

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recorded each month by Council’s City Safe program.

Deputy Mayor and Chair of the Planning and Environment Committee, Cr Terry James, said a new approach was needed to address those concerning statistics.

“The reputation of our city is at stake, and Council needs to play a role in supporting traders, businesses, tourism operators and the community in tackling this issue,” Cr James said.

“That is not to say we are taking over the role of policing, that very much remains the that very much remains the jurisdiction of the Queensland Police Service and the State Government.”

Cr James said that research showed that proactive and targeted engagement, combined with punitive measures, was most effective in reducing antisocial conduct and changing behaviours.

“What Council is proposing is a proactive approach that builds on the current collaborations with the State Government and other providers, that responds to these causes and makes Cairns a safer and more harmonious place for everyone,” he said.

“We want to see all available resources coordinated and used to improve the conditions in the Cairns CBD and if there are gaps, particularly for vulnerable groups, to work with our partners to advocate for increased support.”

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Motorists are advised there will be changed road conditions associated with Cairns IRONMAN on Sunday 12 June.

Under changed traffic conditions, access to the Cairns Airport, Cairns Beaches, Smithfield, and the Northern Beaches will remain open at all times. When planning travel arrangements, ensure you leave plenty of time as traffic delays may occur.

Smithfield Transfer Station will be closed on Sunday 12 June.

For more details on trafffic changes, go to www.ironman.com/im-cairns-course.

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Improvement works

Traffic changes, road closures for IRONMAN The Captain Cook Highway will be closed from 5.30am to 5.30pm, from Veivers Rd, Palm Cove, to Beor St, Craiglie.

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These despoilers – whether in Britain, America or Australia - despise our respective Anglo nations’ histories and hate any acknowledgement of our shared identity.

Whilst our ancestors were far from perfect, they were pioneers who created the framework on which all successful liberal democracies are now constructed.

By today’s standards they may seem coarse, yet in 1770, no other nation or race had anything resembling the rule of law, constitutional governance, freedom of speech, English Common Law, The Magna Carta or the many other amazing facets which underpin the incredible prosperity and freedom which all Australians, including indigenous Australians, enjoy today.

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McLeod St, Cairns North: Culvert replacements and pavement rehabilitation at the Charles St intersection. Expect temporary lane closures.

Reservoir Rd, Manoora: Nightworks to upgrade the intersection at Pease St from Monday 6 June. Expect temporary lane closures.

Sims Esplanade, Yorkeys Knob: Pavement rehabilitation at Adair St intersection. Expect temporary lane closures.

Sims Esplanade, Yorkeys Knob: Asphalt works at the Rutherford St intersection on Saturday 4 June. Expect temporary road closures and detours.

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NOTABLE Australian racing drivers include the likes of Jack Brabham, Alan Jones, Mark Webber and more recently V8’s Jamie Whincup and F1’s Daniel Ricardo.

Both budding and seasoned speedster’s also exist, however, at the Douglas Shire Motor Sports Club in Mossman.

The club, which provides an affordable entry into motor sport, ran its first ever event, known as ‘Khanacross’ on farmland near Wonga Beach in 1996. Sup-

port from local landowners and businesses allowed the club to continue with events at Mt Molloy, Killaloe, Craiglie, Mossman and Whyanbeel.

In 2001, local cane farmers John and Annette Anich offered the Association a lease on a 4-hectare block of old cane land in Finlayvale Road, North Mossman, which is now known as The Reef and Rainforest Track. The Association has since built tracks for Motorkhana and Khanacross

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These are single vehicle, timed events run on a dirt track, designed to test the acceleration, braking and general manoeuvrability of the vehicle and the skill and judgement of the driver. Basically, it’s racing against the clock.

Minimum age for Khanacross is 14, while juniors may compete in Motorkhana from 12. It’s an excellent way for children to learn to drive in a safe and controlled environment under adult supervi-

sion long before they venture out onto the roads. At the Reef and Rainforest Track there is a flat area used for Junior Motorkhanas and a 750m dirt track for Khanacross.

The club is also a great way for the ‘big kids’ to get out and have some fun. It is one of the few sports where parents and their children can compete together on an equal basis. The Association has various club cars available for use by new members.

Yearly, there is a two round

series Interclub Challenge against the Cairns based FNQ Motor Sport Club. Eight members competed in the first round at Herberton last weekend, with points awarded for Top 5 place getters outright plus class points.

Currently, Douglas Shire Motor Sports Club are leading 12 points to 8, with Heath Barry winning, Simon Taylor second and young Mathew Boylett the first Junior.

Club Vice President Shane North was happy but cautious

with the win. “It is great to beat the Cairns mob at their home track” he said “But we were in the same position last year and still lost the trophy” The second round will be in Mossman on September 17-18.

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RICH HISTORY TO DISCOVER Loaded up and headed for the Mill.

Courtesy Mulgrave Shire Historical Society.

All hands on deck to secure the sugar cane.

Courtesy Mulgrave Shire Historical Society.

By Maria Larkins VISITORS TO the second Sugar Solstice and Country Fair at Norman Park in Gordonvale on Saturday, June 11, 2022, will be able to immerse themselves in local history and possibly discover some history of their own.

The Mulgrave Shire Historical Society’s stall will feature a display of many historical photographs and other interest-

Harvesting the cane was thirsty work.

Courtesy Mulgrave Shire Historical Society.

ing paraphernalia associated with the district’s cane farming history. They will be on show from 2pm to 7pm.

There are also heritage walking tours of Gordonvale’s wonderful mosaics. The mosaics feature on many of the town’s historical shops and businesses along Norman and Gordon Streets. Many are positioned on the footpath where the original stores stood, and guides will provide a historical

summary at each site.

Tours go for approximately an hour and will be conducted at 2:30pm, 3:30pm and 4:30pm. The tours start and finish at the Rambler Room, next to the Mulgrave Settlers Museum. Gold coin donation.

After the tour, locals and visitors with ancestors in the region may want to investigate descendant charts of many local pioneering families.

Detailed trees of many notable

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families are on display in the Rambler Room. Entry is by gold coin donation.

Those wanting to immerse themselves in still more local history can view the Museum’s current feature exhibition on “education”. It showcases the copy and homework books of former Maytown student, Louise Wienert (nee Magee), from 1909 to 1914. There are also many school photographs, memorabilia, posters and

charts.

The Mulgrave Settlers Museum is located at 60 Gordon Street, Gordonvale. The museum will have extended opening hours on the day from 10:00am until 6:00pm.

Entry prices are $5 Adults, $4 Pensioners, and $3 children. Please note: eftpos is NOT available. Cash or direct deposit only.

Visitors will also be able to take a little bit of local history

home with them. Numerous publications will be on sale at the Museum bookshop. Special packets of espresso roast whole bean or medium roast ground Jaques’ coffee will also be on sale at the MSHS stall.

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YOUTH GRANTS Nominations for the 2022 Youth Sport Star Awards are now open.

Cassowary Coast Regional Councillor and Community and Culture portfolio holder Trudy Tschui said the annual Sport Star Awards continues to support youth across the Cassowary Coast in their sporting achievements.

“The Cassowary Coast Regional Council supports and recognises youths who demonstrate commitment and achievement to their chosen sport. A total of seven bursaries will be awarded this year to Cassowary Coast youth.”

Cr Tschui said that there was a broad range of categories, including a category for Youth with a Disability Sports Person. Statistics have shown that the participation rate for males and females by age group, shows that people with a disability had consistently lower rates of participa-

tion in sport than people with no disability across all age groups.

“Sport and shared physical activities help improve people’s health and wellbeing, and foster a strong sense of community belonging and pride and the awards aim to promote, encourage and sustain sporting participation and healthy lifestyles in the Cassowary Coast.”

The grant was launched in 2020, as an annual initiative to encourage and sustain sporting opportunities in the Cassowary Coast Region for youth aged between 8 to 18 years old.

The grant consists of seven bursaries and recipients for each bursary will be awarded $750 and a branded polo shirt. The grant aims to recognise significant sporting achievements in the following seven bursaries criterias:

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• Junior Sports Female (Age 8-12)

• Junior Sports Male (Age 8-12) • Senior Sports Female (Age 13-18) • Senior Sports Male (Age 13-18) • Junior Indigenous Sports Person (Age 8-12) • Senior Indigenous Sports Person (Age 13-18) • Youth with a Disability Sports Person (Age 8-18) Nominations for Council’s Youth Sport Star awards are now open and nominations will close 5:00pm, Sunday 3 July 2022.

To find out more information please visit: https://bit.ly/3NNIxaj or call Council on 1300 763 903.

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THE BINGIL BAY PATHWAY Council invites the community to provide feedback on the preliminary designs for the Bingil Bay Pathway.

The intent of the Bingil Bay Pathway Project is to provide a 1.5 – 2 m wide deco (gravel) pathway on Bingil Bay Road. This project will provide a safer and more accessible way for the community to travel

between the Bingil Bay Café area and the Bingil Bay foreshore area.

Visit the project page here https://bit.ly/3akLEbv to view the preliminary design and email enquiries@ccrc.qld.gov.au to submit your feedback today.

HAVE YOUR SAY ON… PROPOSED LOCAL LAWS

Cassowary Coast Regional Council’s new proposed local laws will replace current local laws for the region and will apply across the whole of the local government area.

Council is undertaking consultation on the proposed local laws for a period of five weeks from 26 May to 1 July at 4:00pm.

During this time a copy of the proposed local laws will be available for viewing in person at Council’s Customer Service Centres and on Council’s website www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/locallaws Submissions about any aspect of these

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proposed changes can be made by any person and must be given to Council by no later than 1 July at 4:00pm. Submissions may be lodged online at www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/locallaws in person or via email at enquiries@ccrc.qld. gov.au.

A submission should contain grounds of the submission, and facts and circumstances relied on in support of the grounds.

If you require further information on the proposed changes please phone the Cassowary Coast Regional Council on 1300 763 903.

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Pictured _L-R) - Richard Graham, Brett Ambrum, Jonas Gumbleton and Mayor Mark Nolan

Last week Councillors, Mamu Health Services, community members and students attended a Reconciliation Breakfast which was held at the Tully Multipurpose Centre. The morning featured a live stream of the reconciliation breakfast held at Parliament House and speeches.

Brett Ambrum, Marketing and Engagement Manager of Mamu Health Services, Mayor Mark Nolan, Principal Richard Graham and Tully State High Student and Indigenous Leader Jonas Gumbleton all spoke on the importance of reconciliation and what it means

for our community.

The National Reconciliation Week 2022 theme, “Be Brave. Make Change.” is a challenge to all Australians— individuals, families, communities, organisations and government—to Be Brave and tackle the unfinished business of reconciliation so we can Make Change for the benefit of all Australians.

The annual celebration is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation.

SAND NOURISHMENT PROGRAM ON DUNK ISLAND COMPLETE

The Sand Nourishment Program on Dunk Island is now complete, with rehabilitation and replenishment works conducted at the Jetty area and surrounds to combat ongoing erosion.

The works, undertaken by Cassowary Coast Regional Council, consisted of relocating sand sourced from Palloon Beach near Dunk Island Spit, to the shores around the Jetty structure.

The sand nourishment

works were carried out under a Marine Park Authority permit and will protect the area from ongoing erosion and ensure erosion is effectively managed into the future.

Due to the location of the erosion, this area cannot be protected from erosion with a hard structure or sea wall, therefore the relocation of sand every two or three years is necessary.

The works involved heavy machinery carting and relocat-

ing sand between these areas.

Since the completion of the works, all machinery has been removed and public access has been restored.

Campsite bookings are available online at www.dunkislandcamp.com.au or via the Mission Beach Visitor Centre.

For more information contact Council on 1300 763 903 or via email enquiries@ cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au.

Councillors and employees in purple to help raise awareness of domestic and family violence

Our Mayor, Councillors and employees wore purple to last weeks council meeting in support of Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month (DFVP Month) alongside the Tully Support Centre and other Cassowary Coast businesses.

The month aims to raise community awareness of domestic and family violence and to send a clear message that domestic and family violence in families and homes will not be tolerated.

EVENTS Bloom Sings THURS, 9 JUNE 2022 AT 19:30 Innisfail Shire Hall www.trybooking.com/BYKKD Neil Murray “Keep Rolling On” Innisfail FRI, 10 JUN AT 18:30 The Con Theatre Innisfail www.trybooking.com/BYNFE Queensland Ballet, Community Regional Tour MON, 13 JUNE 2022, various times TUES, 14 JUNE 2022, various times WED, 15 JUNE, various times Innisfail Shire Hall https://bit.ly/3wYFWno French Diamond Cabaret SAT, 18 JUN AT 19:30 SUN, 19 JUN AT 19:30 Cassowary Coast Regional Council – The Con Theatre Innisfail www.trybooking.com/BYVIO Morning Melodies - Tenori TUE, 19 JUL AT 10:30 Innisfail Shire Hall www.trybooking.com/BWDTS

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If you or anyone you know is experiencing domestic violence call DV Connect on 1800 811 811 or visit www. dvconnect.org.

View the highlights from the 26 May meeting here, https://cutt.ly/iH3dOJz The full livestream of the Council meeting can be found by visiting www. cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/live-stream or the agenda can be viewed https://bit.ly/3haEyGv

This June Cassowary Coast Regional Council presents a jam-packed calendar of events.

With five not to missed events coming to Innisfail, there is something for everyone from ballet to cabaret and ballads to big bands.

Experience dynamic performances by Queensland Ballet Regional Tour, French Diamond Cabaret, Tenori, Bloom Sings and Neil Murray.

Visit Council’s Facebook page and click on the events tab or visit trybooking for more information and secure your tickets today!

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CARDWELL PUMP TRACK BMX riders, mountain bikers, skateboarders and scooter riders will soon be able to put their ability and skills to the test, with construction underway on the Cardwell Pump Track.

Work includes upgrading the carpark, improving bathroom facilities, installing a bike wash, signage and promotional material.

Already, the carpark has been sealed, access to the carpark installed and work on the pump track has commenced.

Once complete the pump track will include ride features such as berms, dragonbacks, rollers and doubles which will teach skills to advance any rides mountain bike skills whilst at the same time a whole lot of fun!

World Trial, one of the largest and most experienced mountain bike trail companies, has designed and is undertaking construction of the pump track. World Trail has constructed Pump Tracks for neighbouring council’s including, Cairns Regional Council and Gladstone Regional Council.

The project is expected to be complete by mid-June, weather permitting, with an official opening event likely in late June.

Little disruptions will occur to the Cardwell community, however residents may experience low level construction noise.

The Cardwell Pump Track is part of a larger project which will see Cardwell recognised as a world-leading mountain bike destina-

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tion. To read more information on the project visit www. cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/ CardwellMTBproject.

Funding is provided from the Commonwealth of Australia to the State of Queensland under the Federal Funding Agreement – Environment.

To provide for this funding allocation, the COVID-19 World and National Heritage schedule was developed between the Commonwealth of Australia and the State of Queensland acting through the Department of Environment and Science. The Department of Environment and Science has agreed that the Grant will be administered by the Department of Tourism, Innovation and Sport, on behalf of the State Government.

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Volunteer Week - Connie Symons showing off some of her recent native propagates.

Cardwell Pump Track plans and image of current construction.

Volunteering brings people together and creates stronger, more inclusive, and more resilient communities.

Two weeks ago, Cassowary Coast Regional Council (CCRC) celebrated National Volunteer Week, to recognise the vital work of volunteers and to say thank you.

Council currently hosts over 50 volunteers who generously and tirelessly give their time week in and out for the community, ensuring programs and services across CCRC Libraries, Nurseries and Visitor Information Centres are available to all.

Council nursery volunteer Connie Symons, has been volunteering at the Innisfail Nursery for over 20 years.

“I originally began volunteer-

ing as I loved trees and wanted to learn more.

“I love coming to the nursery, it is a happy place with great, caring people and I always leave feeling relaxed.

“Through volunteering at the Nursery I truly feel I am leaving behind a great heritage with trees that will grow for hundreds of years to come,” said Ms Symons.

Councillor Trudy Tschui said volunteers like Connie are the backbone of our community.

‘The effort and commitment of volunteers should not be understated, and not just those who volunteer through Council programs, there are many volunteer groups across our region that deserve our thanks and acknowledgement.

‘I am passionate about the

value of volunteering and its positive impacts on our communities. Which is why I have recently taken up a presence at market stalls across the region to actively advocate for and promote community groups seeking new members.

If you are a community group that is looking for more volunteers, contact Councillor Trudy Tschui at Trudy.Tschui@ ccrc.qld.gov.au or on 0457 145 983.

For more information on opportunities to volunteer at Council visit: Volunteer Opportunities – Cassowary Coast Regional Council or contact Council on 1300 763 903 or via email at enquiries@cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au.

CAREERS DAY 2022

HELPING YOUTH NAVIGATE THEIR FUTURES

The Cassowary Coast Careers Day is back in 2022 with over 400 students set to attend and network with local businesses on potential future career pathways.

Held at Innisfail State College on Thursday 16 June 2022, Careers Day will host neighbouring schools, Tully State High School, Good Counsel College and Babinda State High School.

Cassowary Coast Regional Council Mayor Mark Nolan said last year’s event was a success, with over 30 local businesses attending to connect with prospective employees living within the area.

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“The Cassowary Coast is home to a diverse range of businesses and attendees will be able to meet with local employers and understand more about what they do and what types of jobs are available.

“This year we already have exhibitors lined up from various industries including healthcare, defence, hospitality, tourism, transport and construction – there will be something for everyone.

“Attendees will also be able to ask about career and training pathways, as well as find out information about apprenticeships and traineeships.

“This event is really important for our young people as they start navigating their future career pathways. It helps them to understand there are meaningful career options available to pursue at home in the Cassowary Coast.

“We want the youth of today to be part of our region’s exciting future,” said Mayor Nolan.

If you would like to be part of Careers Day 2022, contact the Cassowary Coast Regional Council on 1300 763 903 or via email enquiries@ cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au.

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18 June 2022 commencing 10.00am Shire Hall Foyer, Innisfail Shire Hall, 70 Rankin Street, Innisfail.

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In accordance with Chapter 4, Part 12, Section 142 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, Cassowary Coast Property Address: 33 Kinjun Road Property Regional Council hereby gives notice that unless payment of all overdue rates together with any expenses incurred on the following land is paid, the said land will be sold by public auction on DINGO POCKET 4854

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Title Reference: 33 Kinjun Road Property Address: 1 21266103 Lindsay Road, 21100035 DINGO POCKET 4854 Title Reference: CARMOO QLD 4852 Freehold Tenure: Freehold Property Address: 828 Murdering Pt Road All All lands any Mortgage, Lien, Bill of Sale, Caveat, Judgment, Writ or other Charge, 13.73 Ha Landwill Area: 0.4047 HaMortgage, lands willbe besold sold subject subject totoany KURRIMINE BEACHLien, Bill of Sale, Caveat, Judgment, Writ or other Charge, Agreeor Process registered against or in any way affecting the property in favour of the Crown or any Crown L18 RP732916 Legal Description: L1 RP726448 ment or Process registered against QLD 4871or in any way affecting the property in favour of the Crown or any Crown Title Reference: 20947048 21100035 instrumentality or any persons representing the Crown.

Tenure: Freehold instrumentality or any persons representing the Crown.

828 Murdering Pt Road Land Area: 0.1020 Ha KURRIMINE BEACHAll enquiries should be directed to the Rates Coordinator on 1300 763 903.

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or Process registered against or in any way affecting the property in favour of the Crown or any Crown instrumentality or any persons representing the Crown.

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All enquiries should be directed to the Rates Coordinator on 1300 763 903.

When you throw food into the wet kerbside bin it ends up buried in landfill. Once covered and compacted, oxygen is removed forcing the food scraps waste to enter an anaerobic break down process. This process releases methane, a greenhouse gas that does a far better job than carbon dioxide at trapping heat thus contributing significantly to global warming. Methane is also highly flammable increasing risk of fires at landfill sites.

The solution to these serious problems, recycle organic waste.

Separate your food scraps and green waste for composting. Or if you have a worm farm

feed your food scraps to Graffen them.

Andrew Chief Executive Officer You can also start looking at ways to avoid food waste for example • Plan before you go shopping to avoid buying extra • Have an eat first section in your fridge/ pantry • Make a stock our of vegetable scraps Remember Council offers households a $20 rebate for their first purchase of a compost bin or worm farm. To find out how you can claim your $20 visit: https://www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/community-composting-program

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

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)

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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 1

April 29 till June 18 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Material Sound – Exhibition at NorthSite Contemporary Arts at Bulmba-ja Arts Centre Material Sound is a multi-form exhibition that draws together six art practitioners and collaborative groups, each creating an experience of sound within installations constructed from everyday materials.

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Fri June 3, 2022 @ 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm June+Toberfest at German Club

Festival of the Beaches presented by Sheldon Realty

It’s good weather and we have good fun – as well as food and beer. Then there’s the LIVE Oompah band playing Oktoberfest music straight from Munich. Our kitchen has sorted out an amazing menu prepared for you (and your mates) and let’s not even start about the bar! So many great imported options.

Fri June 3, 2022 @ 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm A FREE family event celebrating community – food vans and market stalls, licensed bar, live music, children’s castles, slides, face painting, entertainment, & more!

A licensed bar will operate with beers by Barrier Reef Brewing Co. Cocktails and mixed drinks by Hello Frankie drinks caravan.

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Changed traffic conditions’ will be in effect throughout the area from 5.30AM to 5.30PM, further information to follow closer to theevent date

Fri June 3, 2022 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

We invite you to join us for a celebration of Creedence Clearwater Revival, as we walkthrough the life and music of one of the world’s most iconic bands – from the songs they wrote, to the songs covered, to the songs they wrote for others.

Tickets: Adult: $69.00 / Senior Card Holder: $59.00 / Govt Benefit Card Holder: $59.00 / Youth 12-17yrs: $40.00 / Child 3-11yrs: $40.00

Sat June 4, 2022 @ 2:00 pm - 9:30 pm NQ Burnouts Round 1 of the Championship Series 2022 at Cairns International Speedway The Canteen with be full of delicious food and the bar will stocked. (ID required for the bar) FREE Jumping Castle for children up to 10 years from 5.00- 8.00pm.

New 2022 Merchandise and raffle tickets on sale.

Sat June 4 2022 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Xavier Rudd ‘Jan Juc Moon’ Tour at Munro Martin Parklands

The wind blows strong though Xavier Rudd’s tenth album. It’s a recurring image that speaks of wide-open space and the awesome natural elements that shape it: a force far greater than us, but ours to harness if we take the time to learn, reflect and respect its ways. .

CIAF RETURNS IN 2022 CIAF artist Francoise Lane and her piece Whisperings of Country

June 9-12, 2022 The Cairns Airport Adventure Festival features an event for everyone, including; IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns, Quicksilver Reef Swim – Green Island, The Cairns Post Bright Night Run and McDonalds IRONKIDS Cairns!

with theme Masters of Country

CIAF Artistic Director Janina Harding

By Isabella Guzman Gonzalez AFTER a two-year COVID-induced digitality, the Cairns Indigenous Art Fair (CIAF) returns face to face with a fantastic lineup of Indigenous artists from all around Queensland and a range of memorable events in a weekend of tribute to Indigenous voices from July 6 to 10.

On Friday, May 27, the official launch unveiled the 2022 program that will showcase 300 visual artists and 150 performers across the Cairns Convention Centre and satellite hubs.

CIAF gets to celebrate its 13th anniversary with a much-awaited return to a face-to-face format after two years of challenging online programming.

CIAF’s Artistic Director Janina Harding is excited to be a part of the 2022 edition as her final

season with CIAF. “After two years of not having a physical art fair, in 2022, everyone can come together; that’s why it’s so exciting,” Ms Harding said.

“People come from the Cape and the Torres Strait, from down South, and all over the country, they gravitate to CIAF. “Because they know that there’s an established art movement here.”

This year’s theme for CIAF is Masters of Country, which has a deep significance for artists and organisers alike.

Ms Harding said that CIAF lends a space for non-Indigenous people to listen to what Indigenous voices have to say.

“CIAF brings the non-Indigenous community closer to the Indigenous community,” she said.

“Because they can experience and immerse themselves in the culture, and they can have a casual

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conversation with the artists and people in our communities.

“And this year’s theme is about putting our people front and centre, teaching non-Indigenous people that we have knowledge that has been around since the beginning of time and that is sacred to us, and we want to share it with people.

“You just have to listen, and a lot of CIAF is about deep listening; stop talking and listen to us, take it all in, and that’s what you’ll see at the art fair and throughout CIAF.” Some of the highlights of CIAF 2022 are the expanded art fair and markets at the Cairns Convention Centre, a new Big Sculpture Showcase featuring 187 large scale pieces, CIAF’s symposium and the Fashion Performance.

Torres Strait Island renowned artist and curator for CIAF Fran-

coise Lane will be showcasing five paintings and a sculpture in this year’s CIAF. Ms Lane has been an avid participant and supporter of CIAF, and she said that events like this lend unique opportunities to Indigenous artists to showcase their talents.

“It’s very exciting that people can go back to experiencing art in person,” she said.

“And events like CIAF are essential for Indigenous arts to thrive.

“We need somewhere to show our work, and there is so much talent in the Far North region and all over Queensland.

“CIAF has such a variety of events and ways to support different creatives like performers or visual arts.

“There’s such a range to lift and show off, which makes CIAF one of the great events in Queens-

Volunteers for the 2022 CIAF

land for Indigenous culture and creativity.”

One of the paintings that Ms Lane will be displaying at CIAF is called Whisperings of Country, which aligns with the theme Masters of Country.

“For me, Masters of Country is almost like a spirit, something that lives inside,” Ms Lane said.

“I grew up in a large Indigenous family, I’m Meriam and Kaurareg, and the values I’ve been brought up in are honouring country, respecting country, caring for it, caring for family, and honouring elders.

“So Whisperings of Country is a topography view of my family’s block on Kerriri, also known as Hammond Island, and this piece is about walking silently through country, and when you do walk silently, it reveals things to you.

“You sense those who have gone before you; open yourself up

to see the knowledge that they’ve left behind.”

CIAF 2022 will have four days full of Indigenous arts and entertainment, from visual arts to theatre, comedy, music and dance but what Artistic Director Janina Harding is looking forward to the most is embracing the community.

“It’s the people what I’m looking forward to the most,” she said.

“For the past two years, we haven’t been able to see them; we only saw them on video.

“And it’s not the same when you can be with your people; you can hug them again, you can embrace their stories, that’s what I’m most excited about.”

Tickets for CIAF are on sale from today. For more information and to purchase tickets for the Symposium, Opening Night Party, and Fashion Show, visit https://ciaf.com.au/

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KEVIN FRASER LAUNCHES REGIONAL TOUR AFTER a couple of years of basically being shut out of Australia by the pandemic, South African Australian comedian Kevin Fraser has been watching the ups and downs in Australia from afar.

His focus on pushing Regional Australian markets before the pandemic has only fuelled his return to pick up

where he left off. Thus, the Birth of his “Hakuna Matata” (No Worries) Tour has given him renewed energy to embark on his #RegionalRollercoaster Tour.

Kevin is eager to return to Cairns on June 18, 2022, at the Bulmba-

GIG Guide ja Arts Centre with his Hakuna Matata Tour.

*Please check with the Venues regarding any cancellations or entry requirements due to COVID-19

FRIDAY 10 JUNE Join Tim Rogers for a brand-new live show that brings Tim’s Friday afternoon Liquid Lunch radio programme out of the Double J studios and onto the stage.

SATURDAY 11 JUNE Ian Ball and Ben Ottewell from the band Gomez, will be returning for a set of stunning, intimate live performances, marking their Australian debut as a duo.

FRIDAY Tanya Murphy - Cairns Cruising Yacht Squadron, 3:30pm Andrea - The Beach Shack, Kewarra Beach Resort, 5:30pm Troy Davidson - Mountainview Hotel, 6:00pm Barbary Coasters - Bungalow Hotel, 6:00pm Kid Kenobi - Bar94, 6:00pm Kingsley The Piano Man - The Benson Hotel, 6:30pm Russell Harris - Cazalys Cairns, 6:30pm Soulsong Choir - Crown Hotel Innisfail, 7:30pm Creedence Clearwater Collective - CPAC Theatre, 7:30pm JC Stylles - The Jazz Sanctuary, 7:30pm Janna Mercedes - The Ant Hill Hotel Mareeba, 8:00pm Soul Jah - The Tolga Pub, 8:00pm Heavy Brown Mullet - The Parkview Hotel, 8:30pm Sanchez - Bar36 @ The Reef Hotel Casino, 9:00pm SATURDAY The Love Handles - Garradunga Hotel, 12:00pm Soulsong Choir Singing Workshop - Mission Beach Arts Centre, 12:30pm DrewBoy, Ladies Day at Cairns Saints Football Club, 1:00pm Janna Mercedes - The Beach House Trinity Beach, 4:00pm Sunset Raga - Cazalys Cairns, 6:15pm Xavier Rudd - Munro Martin Parklands, 6:30pm Anais Campbell - The Vine Room, 6:30pm Fingerprint - Bar36 @ The Reef Hotel Casino, 9:00pm SUNDAY Harmonique - Coco Mojo, 1:00pm Andrea - The Bluewater, Trinity Park, 2:00pm Dave Goode from the Potbelleez - Boardwalk Social by Crystalbrook, 2:00pm Tanya Murphy - Edge Hill Bowls Club, 3:00pm Anais Campbell - Palm Cove Tavern, 3:00pm Matt Gerdes - Hidden@Yorkeys, 3:00pm Blue Reed - Vitalia’s Italian Restaurant, 5:00pm Dr Elephant - Bar36 @ The Reef Hotel Casino, 7:30pm INXSIVE - The INXS Tribute Show - The Edge Hill Tavern, 7:30pm Are you a venue or an artist that wants to be listed in the Gig Guide? Complete the form on www.cairnslocalnews.com.au/gig-guide to submit your gig each week to be listed in Friday’s paper.

FRIDAY 17 JUNE Women in Voice has been a must-see music event in Brisbane for nearly three decades and in 2022, it is coming to Cairns featuring a mix of some of our best home-grown talent and visiting singers.

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You will not be able to trust someone you work with. You can meet new and exciting friends who will provide mental stimulation. Get thinking about prolonging longevity.

Much can be accomplished if you compromise.

Your mate may not be too pleased with you. Get down to business.

Your lover may cost you financially.

Your ability to ferret out secret information will lead you to an inside scoop on an amazing financial deal.

You need to clear up legal contracts that have been pending.

Ask a close friend for advice. Use your quick wit to win points with friends. You are ready to blow up and your stress level has gone into overdrive. Don’t push your luck with authority.

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Jul 23 to Aug 22

Aug 23 to Sep 22

Being unappreciated by your boss could make it hard to do your work effectively. You will have to check your cash flow before you decide to indulge in hobbies or entertainment.

Enjoy some socializing this week.

They will jump at the chance to do something without you if it sounds like more fun. Refrain from overspending on entertainment or luxury items. You can get ready to celebrate your new direction. You need time to rejuvenate.

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Do not overspend on entertainment.

You could find that children will be a handful. You have made an accurate assessment of the situation and have come up with ideas that will save money. You may find that depression is causing you to feel lonely and insecure.

Don’t settle for less than the best.

Don’t make a move; your confusion has caused this dilemma and you are best to back away and reassess the situation. Underhandedness regarding legal matters or contracts must be counteracted. Be flexible, but don’t give in too easily.

Refrain from overspending on entertainment or luxury items.

Business trips might prove unproductive. Enlist the aid of family members and consider the feelings of your mate. Spend time with youngsters this week.

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Pisces

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You are in a ‘high energy, get it all done’ mood and you’ll have little patience with those who are slacking off. You will have a blow-up this week if your partner does things that you feel are not aboveboard.

Secret enemies may be holding a grudge.

You tend to think that no one else will do things properly. Arguments with relatives may lead to a split in the family. Don’t let your emotions interfere with your professional integrity. Your unique contribution to the organization will enhance your reputation.

Evasion is likely if you aren’t direct about your feelings. You will be able to dazzle others with your obvious charm and your outgoing nature.

Romantic opportunities will be plentiful if you go out with friends.

Added knowledge will give you the edge when dealing with peers.

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Coffee, Food & Fun! Locally owned and operated, Domino’s Clifton Beach is delighted to be providing hot and fresh pizzas to hungry locals.

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WNED by locals Vijendar Sharma and Tiffany Day, who between them have more than 25 year’s experience at Domino’s, Mr Sharma and Ms Day are proud to be offering more than 20 new jobs to Clifton Beach locals.

“Domino’s is a people-first business, and our stores are a great place to grow and gain important life skills, Mr Sharma said.

“We encourage anyone out of work, looking for a change, or even for their first job to apply!”

Additionally, Mr Sharma and Ms Day look forward to getting involved with the Clifton Beach community by donating hot pizzas to those in need through Domino’s ‘Feed the Knead’ program and supporting local causes.

“We are passionate about giving back to those in need, and in the coming months we also look forward to continuing to give back to the local community through ‘Doughraisers’ with causes ranging from sports clubs to charities and schools. We encourage any Clifton Beach residents or groups in need of support to please reach out. We would like to know how we can help!” Ms Day said.

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Kirsty McAvoy, co-owner of the Captain & Co Espresso in Port Douglas recalls the adventures that led her and partner Paul to own the beautiful café that is a staple in the community.

“Paul came from Lisburn, Ireland 10 years ago, I came from Glasgow, Scotland seven years ago. We both came to Australia with the intention of back-packing only for a year or two, but neither could tear away from Port Douglas when we found it. It is heaven on earth!

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I absolutely loved it and felt so excited working. It was fun, I got to meet so many people and enjoy the best coffee.

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• Australian home prices fell in May, down -0.11%, marking the first drop since the start of the pandemic. Prices continued to decline in Sydney (-0.29%) and in Melbourne (-0.27%), while prices in the ACT were down for the first time in three years.

• Monthly price growth has slowed almost everywhere across the country, with regional areas seeing a flat result in May. Many regional parts of the country, including WA (-0.43%) and QLD ( -0.19%), recorded falls.

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Home price growth has slowed considerably in 2022 and is now falling nationally. This was the first national price fall since the start of the pandemic and follows the first interest rate rise in early May. A clear two-speed housing market has emerged. Affordable, lifestyle regions of Brisbane, Adelaide, regional NSW and

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While May housing market activity was disrupted by the federal election, price growth has been slowing for some time. Annual price growth has fallen from 24% only six months ago to 14% now.

Conditions have now shifted rapidly from 2021. This follows expectations of sharply higher interest rates in 2022, which will erode the affordability of existing prices.

The speed of official interest rate hikes and wages growth remain the key unknowns for price growth moving forward.

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Sydney

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10.21%

$994,000

Melbourne

-0.27%

7.49%

$785,000

Brisbane

0.35%

25.92%

$645,000

Adelaide

0.58%

24.24%

$556,000

Perth

0.19%

8.49%

$524,000

Hobart

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19.17%

$666,000

Darwin

0.05%

8.59%

$483,000

ACT

0.12%

19.55%

$821,000

Capital Cities

0.15%

11.66%

$758,000

Rest of NSW

0.24%

22.45%

$667,000

Rest of Vic.

0.32%

18.06%

$546,000

Rest of Qld

0.19%

23.30%

$519,000

Rest of SA

0.34%

20.74%

$314,000

Rest of WA

0.43%

10.66%

$394,000

Rest of Tas.

0.47%

23.03%

$485,000

Rest of NT

0.20%

1.69%

$422,000

Regional Areas

0.01%

21.36%

$552,000

National

0.11%

14.22%

$691,000

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SPORT MOSSMAN LADIES’ BOWLS May 21st: The Cooktown Festival Carole Maxted with Barbara May were in the winning team.

Trish Arnold took 2nd place.

May 22nd : Barbara May, in the winning team.

26th May: Championship Pairs Final: Winning pair: Honey C and Carole Maxted who def Carmen Bolton and Maree Crees. Congratulations.

Reminder: please put your name in for the Championship Triples. Also for the Pennants. Names onto the list by 12:00pm Thursday and we play at 1:00pm. Bowls attire. Any lady wanting to learn to play, there is free coaching available.

For more information contact Carole Maxted: caroles44bb@ dodo.com.au or 0400 954 537.

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Sunday Morning: The winning team was Royston, Mal Taylor, and John Bent 20pts.

On countback, R/up: George Atkinson, Neil Mallyon and John Wilcox also on 20pts.

Jackpot was not won +16.

Club Championship: Neil Mallyon 25pts def Royston 21 points in the B singles.

Pennants Div 1: Edge Hill 81pts def West Cairns 40pts.

Div 2: West Cairns 50 pts def Edmonton 22pts.

Due to no pennants this week Teams please organise A and B single’s games and Club championship triple’s elimination games on Friday and Saturday. Also, the West Cairns Bowls Club Kitchen has re-opened.

WEST CAIRNS MEN’S BOWLS CLUB Friday Scroungers: Winner: Tania Sprengel; R/up was Terry Incledew.

Tuesday Comp: Winners: Ray Owen, Mac Smith and Kim Mitchen with 23pts; R/ up: J Wilcox, Andrew Nakara and Norm Hall, +25pts in the second game.

Thirsty Thursday: 40 plus social players turned up and the best players were Lee Harrison, Julie Arena and, Lockie with Chris Auger showing good

MARLIN COAST BOWLS CLUB Tuesday Afternoon Men’s Triples: Winners: Trevor, Alan, John; R/up: Bob, N Sellwood.

Tuesday Night Bowls: Spider: Avril, Brian, Dennis, Jennifer, Jenny, Michaelle, Lorrie, Justin.

Wednesday Mixed Bowls: Winners: B Drewitt, E Parkes; R/up: J Jarred, N Newton, V Rheuben.

Thursday Men’s Triples: Winners: D Spicer, D White, J Gillman; R/up: P Standidge, R

Gillman, A Tymms, P Hamilton.

Saturday Afternoon Walking Pairs: Winners of Winners: Not Played; Winners of Losers: Not Played.

Club Championships: Men’s Pairs Final: R Gillman, J Walford def D Gibson, E Blythe 27-14.

Monday Evening Happy Hour, cheap drinks 5:00pm6:00pm.

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 6:00pm start. Sausage sizzle + bowls and cash prizes. A fun night for all levels of bowler.

Wednesday Ladies’ Bowls, gentlemen invited: 1:00pm start, dress optional, cards called at 12:45pm.

Thursday Morning 3 bowl Pairs: 8:30am start, Sheet out.

Thursday Men’s Triples, ladies invited: 1:00pm start, dress optional. Cards called at 12:45pm Friday Night club selected 2 bowl triples starting at 5:00pm, names to be in by 1:00pm.

Saturday jackpot Walking Pairs: 1:00pm start, dress optional. Cards called 12:45pm.

Bob Smith sponsored day June 12th, Sheet out.

Mr E’s sponsored day July 3rd, Sheet out.

MAREEBA BOWLS CLUB Wednesday May 25th: 24 Yungaburra club bowlers travelled to Mareeba for round 2 of the De Camille shield. 2x 12 end games of fours. Mareeba came out triumphant winning by 78 to keep the shield. Thursday May 26th: 4 bowl Jackpot pairs self-selected: Winners: Peter Soda, Lorenzo Cadorin.

Sunday May 29th: Club selected triples sponsored by Elio Crema: Winners: M Macknery, L Cadorin, K Kitson. R/ up: B Pitson, V Tiraboschi, R Hill; 3rd E Crema, R Curley, S Tiraboschi. Tuesday: Barefoot bowls. 6: For information and nominations ph 4092 5288.

EDGE HILL MEMORIAL BOWLS CLUB Ladies Social Bowls: Thursday May 26th Social Bowls: Winners: Lou Pomroy, Irene Crampton, Jill AlexanderSasche and Cornelia Smith. Put names for Social Bowls in by 1:00pm for a 1:30pm start for Thursday June 2nd.

Men’s Mixed Social Bowls: Tuesday May 24th: Social Bowls winners were Ian Stafford, Peter Whitehead, Bruce Moseley and Mike Lynn. R/up: Lorraine King, Gary Pomroy, Jenny Bartholomousz and Jill Alexander-Sasche. Wednesday May 25th: Winners: Ray, George and Terry; R/up: Steve,

Alan and Peter. Saturday May 28th: Social bowls: Winners: Gai Barrett and Jeannie Wild.

Saturday Pennant Results had Edge Hill Division 1 winning 81-40 playing away at West Cairns. Edge Hill Division 2 played Edmonton #1 away at Edmonton and lost. Edge Hill Division 3 played Stratford away at Stratford and lost.

Club Championships: “A” Singles Quarter Final match we saw Steve Henson def Mitchell Styles 25-21. The next games to be played are Phil Lee vs Kim Mitchell; and Darren Curry vs Steve Henson in the Semi Finals.

“B” Singles had Peter Whitehead def Allan Henson 26-21 to make the final; and Ian Stafford vs Gary Pomroy still to play in their Semi Final.

Club Pairs first round game played had Chris and Steve Henson win 31-7 from Steve Bragger and Peter Ryan. Jarod Walker and Frank Obah def Mac Smith and Kim Mitchell 28-11. Darren Turner and Heath Mitchell def Wayne Petrohilos and Phil Lee 22-15. Club Fours game played saw Frank Obah, Phil Lee, Lyle Braggins and Ben Cribbin def Wayne Hunter, Peter Whitehead, Peter Ryan and John Hayes 26-20. Other Four’s games to be played are Team Henson vs Moseley team.

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Wednesday night Triples. Saturday Social Bowls for June 4th.

You can contact Ray Webster 0402 182 230 for social bowls assistance if the club is closed or ring the Club 07 4053 1036.

WEST CAIRNS TPI MEMORIAL BOWLS CLUB Seventeen players enjoyed perfect conditions at the West Cairns Bowls Club last Monday afternoon. It was pleasing to see visitors from the Tablelands and Toowoomba on the green.

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Jul: 6th & 20th Sep: 14th & 28th

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SPORT 4:30pm. A substantial afternoon tea is also provided as part of the green fee. All members should be present when the cards are called as a raffle is drawn before start of play. At the end of play, a random card is drawn to select the winning team whose name appear in this report. We all enjoy the game the way it is played and look forward to making any visitors welcome.

GORDONVALE BOWLS CLUB Wednesday Social Bowls at 1:00pm. Thursday Club Selected 3 Bowl Pairs Names by 12:30pm for 1:00pm start.

The results from last week: Thursday: Winners: Mick Bucklar and Joe Jackson; R/ ups: Allan Petersan, Alan Quinn. Division 1 pennants, Gordonvale Cairns won on 2 rinks, overall by 2 shots. A grade pairs: G Spicer, Mucka won on forfeit by Andrew Nakata, Geoff Morton; Bevan Wright, Frizzo def Nick Twining, James Morton (withdrew); Michael Greenwood, Frank Rich def A Peterson, J Rossi.

to Michelle Pearsall with 36 pts on a countback to Annette Seawright. Pin shots went to 3 Amber Barker, 9 Michelle Pearsall, 11 Janette Hancock and 2nd shot on 18 Michelle Pearsall.

Saturday May 28th: 75 Men played in the BV Hotel sponsored the Harold Nasser Memorial Shield Stroke event.

Overall and Div 2 Winner: Josh Edwards 66 nett on countback from Matt Williamson, Seppe Barletta 67 nett.

Div 1 winner Greg Brown 68 nett; R/up: Curly Larkin 69 nett on countback from Dave Morrison. NTPs 3 J Carey, 9 Sticky, 11 S Batty, 18 F Dati.

Winning the Ladies comp with a lovely 69 nett on a c/ back was Janette Hancock with R/up going to Robin Beck.

Pin shots went to 3 Annette Seawright, 9 Ann Moss, 11 Dee Jierasak and 2nd on 18 Lorraine Doolan. Least putts went to Gaye Steventon with 23 putts.

ATHERTON GOLF CLUB Wednesday May 25th: stableford, sponsored by the Carrington Hotel was won by Matt Williamson with 39 pts; R/up was Cheryl Piccone with 36 pts. Pin shots went to 9 Matt Williamson and 11 Phil Henricks.

Wednesday Sporters May 25th, 2 Ball Multiplier Stableford: Winner: with a great 62 pts was Big Rod and Ray Faulkner; R/up: Brownie and Jenko 55 pts on countback from Snowy and Wazza. NTPs: 3 x, 9 Jenko, 18 Irish. Least putts Brownie 19. Raffle $20 Snowy, $10 Flory, 1 ball K Shaw.

Sporters Player of the Year update after 5 months Jenko 25 pts, leads from Roy MP and Irish 24 pts Stevo 23 pts.

Next week and through June & July we will play 11 Holes through the winter months to allow for the late starters.

Thursday May 26th: stableford sponsored by Lorraine Doolan was won by Mel Pensini with 39 pts; R/up went

Former Broncos Prop Nick Kenny to race at Ironman 70.3 Cairns O

N Sunday, June 12, former Brisbane Broncos prop Nick Kenny will continue his triathlon journey as he takes on the Cairns Airport IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns.

From 2005 to 2011, Kenny spent seven years playing in the NRL for the Broncos. However, after 78 appearances, he was forced to retire at 29 after sustaining a career-ending neck injury.

With his NRL days over, Kenny decided to escape Brisbane and moved nearly 3,000 kilometres away to Groote Eylandt, a remote part of the Northern Territory, where he eventually found his way into triathlon.

“When I moved to Groote Eylandt after retiring from the NRL, I continued to train to keep fit but

felt a bit lost without competition and having a goal to work towards,” Kenny said.

“A friend of mine suggested I start swimming and riding and do a triathlon, so I did, and IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns in 2017 was my first.

“From then, I was hooked and wanted to learn how to go faster and longer.”

Thirty-nine-year-old Kenny is now based in Cairns but spends most of his time travelling around the Northern Territory, visiting remote indigenous communities through his work as a physiotherapist.

As Kenny said, living in remote areas in the Far North of Australia, with its scorching heat, deadly wildlife and lack of access to equipment, is not exactly favourable for IRONMAN training.

“The hardest part about training in remote places is the safety considerations you have to take that you don’t when you are in a town,” he said.

“Things like the heat, access to water, wild animals and the running surface.

“You have to plan your long runs and consider where you are going to refuel with water.

“You have to ensure your Garmin is charged up and you have a plan to make contact for help if you need it so that if you get lost, you can navigate your way home or that you know where the nearest road or house is if there isn’t any phone reception.”

Kenny said despite the remoteness, he embraces the training because he loves these places.

“I love training in the many beautiful landscapes throughout Cape York and Arnhem Land, where I travel for work, and I’m very fortunate that the families I work with have given me permission to explore them,” he said.

“It’s quiet, wild and full of wildlife.

“There is so much history in these places and knowing that the local people have lived off those lands for thousands of years and still have such deep spiritual connections to the many hills, rivers and billabongs you run through, it’s humbling.”

Not wanting to get trapped in a COVID-19 hotspot and therefore unable to visit his clients, IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns will be Kenny’s first IRONMAN event since completing the total distance Cairns Airport IRONMAN Asia-Pacific Championships

Cairns in 2021.

Kenny said he is excited to return to the Cairns start line and experience the energy of an IRONMAN event again.

“The IRONMAN in Cairns is my favourite IRONMAN event for a heap of reasons,” he said.

“The rolling beach swim start at Palm Cove has great energy, the bike leg along the coast to Port Douglas is stunning, and the multi-lap run along the Cairns esplanade and CBD full of cheering supporters and fellow competitors creates a unique atmosphere.

“Above all, racing at home with my friends and family on the course supporting and waiting to cheer me across the finish line is the highlight.”

Kenny will use IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns on June 12 to build toward his ultimate goal of the year, the 2022 Supersapiens IRONMAN World Championships that is set to take place in Kona, Hawaii, in October.

He qualified for that event in 2020, where he finished 10th in his age group at IRONMAN Cairns.

For more information on Cairns Airport IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns, visit www.ironman.com/im703-cairns

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ICONIC PORT DOUGLAS R I D E S P U R S P I L O T T O B E AT C A N C E R T

RINITY Beach pilot Alex Hall will be on the tail end of her treatment for breast cancer when she cycles on the iconic Great Barrier Reef Drive in the Port Douglas Gran Fondo on September 11.

The 35-year-old cycling and mountain biking enthusiast has raced on the Great Barrier Reef Drive five times and is looking forward to enjoying the ride in a safe, non-competitive environment.

“I’m going through chemo

now and will be five months into my six-month treatment when I ride in the Port Douglas Gran Fondo, but the training has saved my mental health,” Ms Hall said.

“I’m slow and puffed when I’m riding, but getting fresh air and sunshine is great. It is a change from training to increase my speed to just enjoying myself.

“The Great Barrier Reef Drive is the most beautiful road to ride on with the right amount of undulations to challenge

you and stunning views north to Cape Tribulation and south to False Cape on a clear day.”

Ms Hall’s husband, pilot Shane D’Alcorn, and their 14-month-old daughter Ava will join her for the entire weekend of the inaugural Port Douglas Gran Fondo Festival on September 9-11.

“We are looking forward to a relaxing weekend in Port Douglas with time to watch the criterium races, enjoy drinks and dinner and visit the wildlife

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parks,” Ms Hall said.

Connect Sport Australia Managing Director Bade Stapleton said Ms Hall was one of the first to register for the Port Douglas Gran Fondo, and cycling enthusiasts have just over a week to take advantage of early-bird pricing, which would end on Friday, June 10.

“The Great Barrier Reef Drive will be closed for half a day on Sunday, September 11, with timed 136km and 100km return Gran Fondo rides from

Port Douglas to Palm Cove and a 48km one-way leisurely Medio Fondo ride from Palm Cove to Port Douglas,” Mr Stapleton said.

“The Festival kicks off on Saturday with The Cairns Post Criterium, a 2.2km lap circuit starting and finishing outside the Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, which will be followed by the Choo Choos Free Family Ride.

“Sunrise sports presenter Mark Beretta will MC the

Hemingway’s Brewery sprint race under lights along the 250m Wharf Street straight while local bands play on Saturday night.

A sponsors’ expo and official launch also will be among the festivities.”

Registrations can be made at www.portdouglasgranfondo. com.au, which also has accommodation and itinerary options suitable for cyclists and their families to stay longer for a holiday.

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