Cairns Local News April 08 2022

April 8, 2022

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HE Cairns region is seeing an increase in mosquitoes due to recent rains and high tide events, creating pools of water that are the perfect environment to breed and lay their eggs.

Public health officers are warning residents to be mozzie aware these Easter holidays to avoid mosquito bites that could result in diseases like Ross River fever and Barmah Forest virus.

Public Health physician Dr Annie Preston-Thomas said it was vital for Cairns residents to take measures to prevent bites.

“Many of these mosquitoes are nuisance mosquitoes. They are just annoying, but there are also mosquitoes that can cause diseases, so we want to encourage everyone to take measures to protect themselves from mosquito bites,” Dr Preston-Thomas said.

“Both here in Cairns and if they’re heading out

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CHHHS Vector Control Officer Chris Paton specialises in identifying mosquitoes and measuring the risk of disease transmission from mosquitoes in Tropical NQ

camping over the Easter weekend since there are mosquitoes in the bush that can transmit infections like Ross River fever and Barmah Forest virus.”

Although the Cairns and Hinterland region has been dengue fever free since 2018 thanks to the World Mosquito Program, Barmah Forest virus and Ross River fever are still of concern.

Both diseases are transmitted by the ‘Aedes vigilax’ species of mosquito, which is common in Cairns and the ‘Culex’ mosquitoes found in the bush.

Even when these diseases are not deadly, they are very taxing and can cause the patient to have symptoms for months.

Dr Preston said there were simple steps to follow to protect yourself both at home and in the bush.

“If you’re in the bush, you should wear longsleeved bright colour clothing, making sure you wear insect repellent, particularly ones that contain DEET or picaridin and using mosquito nets and mosquito

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coils,” she said.

“And to reduce the risk of mosquitoes at home, if you have old tires, pots or containers that carry water, make sure you empty those out, check that your gutters are cleared out and not blocked, and if necessary, you can use insecticides inside the house.”

Director of Medical Entomology at the Tropical Public Health Services Cairns, Gerhard Ehlers, said the study of mosquitoes and the prevention of bites was critical to public health.

“At the Tropical Public Health Services mosquito lab, we take mosquitoes from different surveillance traps in the field that target different species, they get identified here, and we do the analysis of the wild ‘Aedes aegypti’ populations, and we see what the percentage of these are in different suburbs,” Mr Ehlers said.

“We test for insecticide resistance on live mosquitoes; we test new chemicals, how effective they are on various surfaces like wood, concrete, etc.

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Gordonvale residents asked to limit water use

 No sprinklers  No filling up or topping up pools and spas or ponds etc  No washing of vehicles or boats, etc  No cleaning driveways and houses For updates visit www.cairns.qld.gov.au/interruptions

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Enmore St speed change The speed limit on Enmore St, Manoora, between Reservoir Rd and Jensen St, will be reduced to 50km/h from Monday 11 April 2022.

Essential water infrastructure works are being carried out as part of the Department of Transport and Main Road’s upgrade of the Bruce Highway, Cairns Southern Access Corridor, (Stage 3), Edmonton to Gordonvale project.

As a consequence of the works, Gordonvale residents are asked to limit non-essential water for three days, from Monday 11 April to Wednesday 12 April:

“We make all species identification, and we do DNA extractions.

“This is crucial work to measure the risk of dengue in different suburbs and areas and identify the species of mosquitoes because different mosquitoes carry different diseases.”

Public health workers want to encourage Cairns residents to be mosquito-aware and focus on prevention rather than dealing with the consequences of a bite from an infected mosquito.

“If you start presenting symptoms, you need to go to your GP and get assessed, and you can manage the symptoms at home,” Dr Preston-Thomas said.

“Although these diseases are not deadly, they can be very debilitating. Symptoms are fever, chills, joint pain, muscle aches, rash, so the most important thing is not to get bitten.”

The new speed limit, reduced from 60km/h, offers greater safety.

Council is introducing this change following a speed limit review, which has been endorsed by the Department of Transport and Main Roads and Queensland Police Service.

Helping clubs be more inclusive A series of workshops to help sporting organisations become more inclusive are being held at Barlow Park.

Go Sport for Everyone is a new program designed to increase sport and recreation opportunities in Cairns

for people with disability. Workshops for coaches and adminstrators, hosted by Get Skilled Access, are on 26-28 April. Bookings are essential.

Contact Council on 1300 692 247 for more details.

Improvement works Tills St, Westcourt: Pavement rehabilitation from Gatton St to Mann St. Temporary lane closures and traffic control in place.

Windarra St, Woree: Road upgrade and traffic signal installation at Rigg St intersection from Saturday. Expect temporary road closures.

For a full list of works see our website.

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LAND VALUATIONS RELEASED F O R

By Isabella Guzman Gonzalez

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N March 31, the ValuerGeneral released land valuations for 30 local government areas, including Cairns, Douglas, Cassowary Coast and Mareeba.

In the Cairns Regional Council area, there were valuations of 55,403 properties with a total value of $16,183,495,200 by October 1, 2021.

This represents an increase of 14.9% overall since the last revaluation of the Cairns region in 2019.

The increase has been varied depending on the type of land and the suburbs.

Residential values* had a moderate increase since the last valuation except for specific areas like Clifton Beach, Stratford and Babinda, which saw a significant increase. The demand for residential properties in coastal areas can be one of the reasons behind the increased value.

• Clifton Beach went from a median value of $265,000 in 2018 to $350,000 by 2021, representing an increase of 32.1% • Stratford went from a median value of $255,000 in 2018 to $345,000 in 2021, representing an increase of 35.3% • Babinda went from a median value of $66,000 in 2018 to $92,000 in 2021, representing an increase of 39.4% Rural residential land saw a low to moderate increase of 10% in median value after analysing 3,583 properties.

Other properties like multiunit residential, commercial and industrial saw a low to moderate increase; however, primary production values saw a notable increase.

• Multi-unit residential land values increase 21.3% overall following a rise in residential construction and higher demand for small scale development sites.

• Commercial values increased 4.3% overall.

• Primary production values saw a significant increase of 46.2% overall due to a limit-

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ed supply of rural properties to the market, low-interest rates and strong stock and commodity prices.

The land valuations report can concern Cairns residents who may see an increase in rates and leasehold rents depending on the suburb they live in; however, it may be too soon to tell how significant the impact will be.

Until the Cairns Regional Council 2022-23 Budget release, it is unclear how Council will assess the new valuations and reflect them on the rates and how they will soften the blow for ratepayers.

Cairns Regional Council Chief Executive Officer Mica Martin said Council is mindful of the impact of land valuations.

“While land valuations are a key input into Council’s rates modelling, they are not the only determining factor for rating movements. Council is currently preparing its 2022/23 Budget and is mindful of the impacts of the latest land valuations by the Department of Resources,” Ms Martin said.

Under the Cairns Regional Council 2021-22 Budget, these were the general differential rates assigned for residential, commercial and other properties for the financial year: Refer to rates and charges image for the 2021/22 financial year.** Cairns residents, property owners and ratepayers who disagree with their valuation can lodge an objection online at,https://bit.ly/3udO4QD, where they will have to state the grounds for their complaint and supply supporting information

by May 30, 2022.

For more information on the land valuations for the Cairns Regional Council area, visit, https://www.qld.gov.au/ environment/land/title/valuation/market-reports

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MEDIAN VALUE OF RESIDENTIAL LAND* Residential localities

Aeroglen Aloomba Babinda Barron Bayview Heights Bentley Park Bramston Beach Brinsmead Bungalow Cairns City Cairns North Caravonica Clifton Beach Deeral Earlville East Russell East Trinity Edge Hill Edmonton Ellis Beach Fishery Falls Fitzroy Island Freshwater Gordonvale Holloways Beach Kamerunga Kanimbla Kewarra Beach Lamb Range Macalister Range Machans Beach Manoora Manunda Mirriwinni Mooroobool Mount Peter Mount Sheridan Palm Cove Parramatta Park Portsmith Redlynch Smithfield Stratford Trinity Beach Trinity Park Westcourt White Rock Whitfield Woree Yorkeys Knob All residential localities

Previous median value as at 01/10/2018 ($) 190,000 126,000 66,000 280,000 210,000 152,500 133,000 225,000 157,500 255,000 230,000 187,500 265,000 75,500 190,000 155,000 160,000 305,000 149,000 405,000 96,000 1,000,000 270,000 138,000 187,500 200,000 237,500 212,500 13,200 245,000 180,000 152,500 170,000 63,000 177,500 137,000 165,000 275,000 220,000 163,750 227,500 207,500 255,000 212,500 212,500 167,500 152,500 305,000 175,000 207,500 190,000

New median value as at 01/10/2021 ($) 227,500 145,000 92,000 350,000 235,000 170,000 155,000 247,500 182,500 302,500 265,000 222,500 350,000 86,500 222,500 175,000 185,000 345,000 165,000 465,000 110,500 1,100,000 350,000 157,500 235,000 245,000 260,000 245,000 14,600 280,000 227,500 180,000 205,000 85,000 207,500 150,000 182,500 310,000 255,000 180,000 250,000 230,000 345,000 260,000 222,500 200,000 167,500 340,000 197,500 250,000 217,500

Change in median value (%) 19.7 15.1 39.4 25.0 11.9 11.5 16.5 10.0 15.9 18.6 15.2 18.7 32.1 14.6 17.1 12.9 15.6 13.1 10.7 14.8 15.1 10.0 29.6 14.1 25.3 22.5 9.5 15.3 10.6 14.3 26.4 18.0 20.6 34.9 16.9 9.5 10.6 12.7 15.9 9.9 9.9 10.8 35.3 22.4 4.7 19.4 9.8 11.5 12.9 20.5 14.5

Number of properties

157 56 482 9 1,675 2,974 141 1,956 495 22 346 685 807 20 1,179 53 70 1,341 3,538 2 8 1 586 2,028 783 219 1,040 2,027 2 1 417 1,119 1,034 104 2,246 318 3,344 765 562 12 2,886 2,376 391 2,072 1,238 697 1,376 1,494 1,103 606 46,863

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Images of the 2021 Bike ride fundraiser, ‘Ride to the Cape’

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GOLD’ FUNDRAISING

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KENFROST Homes have become the primary sponsor of this year’s Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) North Australia charity bike ride, ensuring that the 2022 event takes place after the recent Brisbane flooding event threatened the viability of this year’s ride.

The ‘Rivers of Gold’ ride will see up to 30 riders trek through a gruelling week-long bike ride through Far North Queensland’s rugged outback to raise critical funds for RMHC North Australia.

The 2021 bike ride, ‘Ride to the Cape’, raised a record-breaking $256,000 for the Charity, funding over 1,560 nights’ accommodation for families in need, making it the most successful single fundraising event in RMHC North Australia’s history.

With the recent Brisbane floods having impacted many of last year’s riders, the feasibility of this year’s ride was at a critical point, with all signs pointing to the need to postpone the event until 2023.

Major sponsor, Kenfrost Homes, refused to see the event postponed and increased their financial support for the event to $70,000.

Kenfrost Homes Marketing Coordinator Alex Loughton said raising money was no easy chore.

“It takes a huge amount of effort to get fundraising events off the ground and make them a success,” Mr Loughton said.

“This event has already proven its success in 2021.

“We recognised that this situation was ready-made with all the elements in place; it just needed help to push it over the line.

“Families with sick kids are in need every year, and Kenfrost Homes refuse to let this event fall in 2022.”

RMHC North Australia Chief Executive Officer, Tamara South, said the generosity exhibited by local businesses, such as Kenfrost Homes, is crucial in providing the care and support programs RMHC North Australia provide to thousands of families each year.

“Every dollar from the Rivers of Gold ride will support seriously ill children and their families through RMHC North Australia’s five programs, including the much-loved Ronald McDonald Family Retreat in Palm Cove,” Ms South said.

“We are so thankful for the incredible generosity and increased support from Kenfrost Homes to ensure that the Rivers of Gold ride will be going ahead in August for its second year running,” said Ms South.

Cairns local, Lauren Cooksey, said the bike ride and the Charity are close to her heart after her family stayed at the South East Queensland Chapter and RMHC North Australia’s Family Retreat in Palm Cove.

“Hearing of the additional donation that Kenfrost Homes is making to support families like my own, who have utilised Ronald McDonald House, is just absolutely amazing,” Ms Cooksey said.

“Their support of the local Chapter here in the North, is very much needed for families like my own.”

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Mayor welcomes continued support FOR THE CAIRNS WATER SECURITY

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time for governments to work together to “get the job” done.

“When we’re talking about an issue as critical as water security, I think the people of Cairns just want to see their leaders come together to solve the problem.

“So we’re certainly not going to get into a tit for tat battle over the minor details here,” Cr Manning.

“In fact, on the key points,

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We certainly welcome Warren’s continued support for our project, Cr Manning said.

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CAIRNS Mayor Bob Manning has welcomed comments from Federal Member for Leichhardt Warren Entsch supporting Council’s plans to secure the city’s drinking water supply.

Despite the Cairns Water Security – Stage 1 project not being named explicitly in the 2022-23 Federal Budget, Cr Manning said he was heartened by recent comments from Mr Entsch that “... there is funding in there that will certainly do this …”. * “We certainly welcome Warren’s continued support for our project,” Cr Manning said.

“The Federal Government delivered a budget focusing on easing cost-of-living pressures,” Cr Manning said.

“If we don’t secure State and Federal funding for our project, Cairns water users face having to fork out $226 every year for 30 years ($6,800 in total).

“So, if Warren is able to secure a federal commitment on this, it would certainly deliver a significant saving to cost-ofliving for Cairns residents.”

Cr Manning said it was

I’d say Warren and I are united.

“Firstly, we’ve long maintained that water security for Cairns and Far North Queensland is a priority issue that needed attention.

“Secondly, we both backed

Nullinga Dam, and when that project didn’t proceed, we both said the water security issue didn’t evaporate with it – it still needs to be dealt with.

“Thirdly, we both support the Cairns Water Security – Stage 1 Project as the best solution to our imminent water needs.

“And finally, we both want to see a prosperous future for Cairns.”

Cr Manning reiterated that Council had been prudent in developing a project that delivered economically and environmentally.

“With billions of dollars in State and Federal water funding commitments being made, our ask is a drop in the ocean. It’s not unreasonable, and working together, we can get this done,” he said.

“So Warren has reconfirmed his support for the project – which we welcome – and his determination to get funding for it.

“We also welcome that Labor candidate for Leichhardt Elida Faith has expressed her

support provided the project ‘stacks up’.

“Our years of planning and business case reports tell us the project does stack up, so it’s now time to see Federal Labor’s financial commitment on this ahead of the election.

“And there is no question that the State has a role in this as well, and with a State budget less than 90 days away, it’s time to convert the letters of support from our local State members into real dollars.” * Quote from Federal

Member for Leichhardt Warren Entsch on ABC Far North radio interview 30 March 2022: “… there is funding in there that will certainly do this, I have argued very strongly for it, I am quietly confident we will get the support that we need.”

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COVID restrictions ease further P

REMIER Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced the further easing of COVID restrictions.

As of 1am, Thursday April 14, most venues that have been open only to vaccinated staff and patrons will be open to all.

The venues include: • Pubs, clubs, cafes and restaurants • Theme parks, casinos and cinemas • Weddings • Showgrounds • Galleries, libraries, museums and stadiums The requirement for vaccinations will still apply to in vulnerable settings including: • Hospitals • Aged and disability care • Prisons

• Schools and early childhood centres The Premier said the settings have achieved their purpose: slowing the spread of COVID. “More than 90% of Queenslanders 12 and over have been fully vaccinated,” the Premier said.

“The Chief Health Officer advises we can now safely ease these settings and still maintain a high level of protection.”

Health Minister Yvette D’Ath said businesses and patrons are being given plenty of notice.

“These measures have done their job,” the Minister said.

“By April 14, it is anticipated we will be at a stage of the current wave where we are comfortable to take this next step.

“But the best defence against serious illness is

to be fully vaccinated.

“Our focus is now very much on getting Queenslanders boosted and children vaccinated.”

Chief Health Officer Dr John Gerrard appealed particularly to parents of young children to consider getting vaccinated.

“Numbers of young Queensland children vaccinated are still not where they should be,” Dr Gerrard said.

“Their best protection is the vaccine and I would encourage every parent to consider it.”

Pop up vaccine hubs will open at around 50 sites including schools across the holidays, in addition to existing sites.

Queenslanders are reminded that masks can be worn when people feel it necessary to reduce risk.

Study Cairns appoints a new General Manager

AUSTRALIA’S ECONOMIC PLAN Linda Cooper and Janine Bowmaker

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ORMER Councillor, Linda Cooper, has been appointed General Manager of Study Cairns, in a role that highlights the significance of International Students as an economic driver for the region.

With international borders reopening and international students beginning to return to Cairns, the timing of the appointment is essential for the Cairns economy to benefit from the global market.

Janine Bowmaker, President of Study Cairns and respected advocate for the International Student market, said it was critical to boost the education market.

“The International Student market is of huge significance to our region,” Ms Bowmaker said.

“The reopening of international borders, combined with the essential return of international flights, gives us a remarkable opportunity to market our dynamic educational and ancillary services to the world.

“The appointment of Linda to this role will ensure Study Cairns achieves their progressive goals.”

Ms Bowmaker received an award from the Cairns Regional Council during the Australia Day Awards in 2021 due to the work that she, and the Study Cairns team, undertook to

provide care for International students impacted by border closures during the pandemic.

Newly appointed Study Cairns General Manager Linda Cooper said in response to her role that it was an exciting time to explore the possibilities of the international student market.

“I am extremely appreciative that I have been given this opportunity with an organisation that I have strongly supported since its inception in 1997,” Ms Cooper said.

“The potential of the International Student market is enormous but, in addition to the economic benefits that impact all residents, international students are a fantastic resource for casual jobs, particularly in the hospitality industry.

“It provides them with an income whilst they’re here, which they also spend in the region, but it also provides them with the ability to increase their skills.

“But most importantly, International Students add a beautiful diversity and culture to our already multi-cultural city.

“They love being involved with our community, and it’s my role, on behalf of the Study Cairns team, to ensure that they have an amazing experience and become global ambassadors, which ultimately helps us all,” she said.

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Employment’s up, so we’re taking the next step.

There are now 260,000 more people in work than before COVID. And Australia performed better than major advanced economies through the pandemic. That’s why we’re taking the next step.

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NEW MARKETPLACE

OFFERS MORE TIME AND SPACE FOR ARTS AND WARES One of Far North Queensland’s much loved Indigenous artists, Paul Bong is looking forward to being part of the CIAF 2022 Art Market. Photo by Blueclick Photography

Pictured: Kuku Yalanji Master Weaver based in Cairns, Delissa Walker participated in the 2021 CIAF Art Market (Bottom Right)

Michelle Weare and Marita Buden

CAIRNS Indigenous Art Fair is on the hunt for Indigenous cultural artisans and craftspeople to market their wares at this year’s event that will offer an extended sales period within the festival’s glamorous, more spacious surrounds of Cairns Convention Centre.

While the new venue opens the arena to an additional ten market stallholders, 55 in total; spaces are limited with expressions of interest open now until Friday, April 22, 2022.

Also, a first in 2022, CIAF will extend its Art Market sales period from opening night on Wednesday, July 6 through to 3pm, Sunday, July 10.

CIAF’s Exhibition Manager India Collins said the market

is traditionally one of the most popular and most visited attractions of the annual event and, importantly, provides an inclusive, ethical platform to present and sell a very diverse and culturally rich range of arts and craft.

A stallholder of many years, artist Paul Bong is known for his beautiful prints and etchings that he creates and sells at the Art Market.

Having quickly confirmed his place in the market for 2022, Mr Bong welcomes CIAF’s return, which was a main source of income prior to the pandemic.

“It has been sad the last couple of years, and wow, now that CIAF is coming back, we can all start again,” Mr Bong said.

“I am so happy to participate in CIAF and will always support it.”

Spanning five days between Wednesday, July 6, and Sunday, July 10, the event will feature the work of approximately 300 visual artists and 150 performers across the multidimensional program of mostly free, family-friendly events that foster an inclusive and ethical marketplace for aspiring and established art collectors, curators, and the public.

Highlights include this year’s Masters of Country themed Symposium, Art Fair, Fashion Performance, Big Sculpture Showcase and associated exhibitions, Music in the Park and more.

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Local boy’s dream comes true Chae and his family on tour at Cairns RFDS Base

11-YEAR-OLD Cairns resident, Chae Weidner, met some of his heroes at a special tour of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) base on Tuesday.

With the dream of living in the outback when he grows up, Chae first learned of the Flying Doctor when the service saved his uncle’s life after a deadly snake bit the man on a fishing trip.

This week’s tour was a dream come true for Chae, who, with his nana’s permission, entered a competition held by RFDS partner

Ergon Energy Retail.

In his winning entry, Chae wrote: “I know how important the RFDS is to farmers and travellers in the country. My family goes camping and fishing in the country and on-farm stations, one day, we might need help.”

RFDS (Queensland Section) Cairns Nurse Manager Leanne Hill thanked Ergon Energy Retail for helping to realise Chae’s dream.

“Last year, Ergon Energy Retail held a competition to offer customers the chance to win an exclusive tour of one of the Fly-

ing Doctor’s eight aeromedical bases in Queensland,” Ms Hill said.

“With more than 450 entries across the state, it must have been difficult to choose just three tour recipients, and I couldn’t be happier with our local winner.

“As a service nearing 100-years of operation, it’s heartwarming to see new generations still look up to the skies and appreciate the Flying Doctor’s impact on the lives of locals,” she said.

Chae was joined by his family; his grandmother, Carmen,

said she was thrilled her grandson was being given a chance to tour.

“Chae loves his time out exploring rural and remote parts of Queensland, so his uncle’s lifesaving experience has really stayed with him,” Carmen said.

“He’s been very excited about the tour and meeting all the reallife doctors, nurses and pilots of the RFDS.” Ergon Energy Retail Executive General Manager Ayesha Razzaq said it was wonderful to see such passion continue to transcend each generation.

“Chae’s wish to meet the

team and tour the base really demonstrates the RFDS’s positive impact on providing vital medical services to our customers and communities in regional Queensland,” Ms Razzaq said.

“I cannot thank our customers and staff enough for their generous donations through their Ergon Energy bills. It can be as little as $2, but it is so crucial in helping keep the Flying Doctor flying.”

The RFDS provides healthcare services over 1.73 million square kilometres in Queensland from nine strategically located bases in Cairns, Townsville,

Mount Isa, Charleville, Longreach, Roma, Rockhampton, Bundaberg and Brisbane.

These services are delivered via a fleet of 20 medically equipped aeromedical aircraft.

In Queensland, RFDS provides 190 occasions of care each day, including flying 30 patients per day to specialist care.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Temporary closure of Brinsmead Road

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A portion of Brinsmead Rd near Freshwater Christian College will be closed until Tuesday April 19, to allow for private construction works for the Freshwater Pocket Stage 1 development.

Both ends of Brinsmead Road remain open allowing access to properties, including the school and Redlynch Cyclones Football Club, however the road is not open to through traffic.

Council CEO Mica Martin said the developer brought forward the works to coincide with the school holidays to reduce the impact on the school and broader community.

“Council officers became aware of the need for the closure late last week,” Ms Martin said. “We appreciate there was limited warning for residents and that more should have been done to inform road users of the closure in a timely manner.

“We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience and will put steps in place to improve our notification process.”

Council is working closely with the developer in the hope that the works are completed and the road is reopened by the Easter holiday period.

Funding available for artistic and cultural projects Arts and cultural practitioners of all genres are invited to apply for a share in grant funding to support their projects.

Applications are now open for Major Round Two (grants of up to $10,000) and a City of the Arts Hero Project Grant (up to $25,000) as part of the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) program for projects that start after July 11, 2022.

The RADF program is a partnership between the Queensland Government and Cairns Regional Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland.

Arts and cultural organisations, groups, and individuals can apply to the Cairns RADF program.

Mayor Bob Manning said the grants offered an opportunity to enhance and develop arts and cultural activities in the region.

“RADF has helped hundreds of local projects to get off the ground,” he said.

“Every successful project represents another opportunity for residents to engage in activities that contribute to

the vibrancy and depth of our arts community and help our city reinforce its reputation as the arts and culture capital of Northern Australia.”

Arts and cultural activities that demonstrate a professional standard of work and contribute to the vitality and diversity of the arts industry in the Cairns region may be eligible for financial assistance.

RADF has helped more than 400 local projects get off the ground since the program started at Cairns Regional Council. In addition, RADF funding has a flow-on effect across several business areas, such as fabricators, designers, photographers and publishers.

Each year, more than 500,000 people engage with RADF projects across Queensland, ranging from public art installations to local festivals and arts and cultural workshops, either as practitioners, participants or audience members.

Minister for the Arts Leeanne Enoch said the Palaszczuk Government is investing $2.08 million through the Regional Arts

Development Fund (RADF) in 2021-22, matched with a contribution of approximately $2.3 million from 59 councils across the state.

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

“RADF in 2021-2022 will provide valuable social, health and economic outcomes for regional Queenslanders, and support our Government’s 10-year arts roadmap priorities to strengthen Queensland communities, activate local places, and drive social change across the state.”

Artists and cultural organisations can find full application guidelines on Council’s website at www.cairns.qld.gov. au/radf.

Applications for Major Round Two and the City of the Arts Hero Project grants close at 5pm on Friday, April 29, 2022.

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IT’S IN THE BAG FOR DOUGLAS!

FOR some years now we have been made aware of the harm that certain plastics cause to the environment, both globally and locally.

Not only are they a hazard to birds, marine animals and ecosystems, but they take an amazing 1,000 years to degrade in a landfill.

If you’ve seen a plastic bag blowing around in the wind recently and the chances are you probably have, it is a definite fact that anyone reading this column will not be around to see its final demise. Even worse is that the bags don’t break down completely, but instead photodegrade, becoming microplastics that absorb toxins and continue to pollute the environment.

The scary fact is that Australians dispose of four billion plastic bags per year!

Besides plastic bags, there is still plenty of other plastic packaging around but, as always, we have to start somewhere and that’s where my story of Boomerang Bags begins.

The Douglas Shire is 1 of 324 ‘Boomerang Bag Communities’ across the Globe, so even though the name would possibly suggest it, this concept is not just an Aussie one.

Starting in August of 2017, the programme has been happening here as a Community Development Activity of Mossman Support Services.

A volunteer group meet weekly to make boomerang bags with donated recyclable material and provides an opportunity for social inclusion, whilst making a sustainable product for community use.

The bags are used to pack and distribute emergency relief, bread collection and OzHarvest goods to the Douglas Shire.

People can also borrow the bags for collecting bread and groceries and then bring them back when finished.

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TROPICAL WONDERLAND’ THEME FOR THE CARNIVALE FLOAT PARADE money on offer – the Best Overall Float will win $1000, Best Business Float $1000, Best Community Float $750, Best Youth Entry (under 16) $350 and best individual (solo act) $200.

“The real reward is in the collaboration and community spirit at this hugely popular event, so get your team together, organise your best tropical costumes and bling, and register now,” Cr Kerr said.

Last year’s winners included Port Douglas State School, Wildlife Habitat, Mossman Hospital friends of the Foundation, and SweetK (individual).

Sybella Salter, assistant manager at Wildlife Habitat, said staff had a lot of fun with their tongue in cheek, animalthemed float, which also promoted a new ‘swim with the crocodiles’ attraction.

“We decided not to take ourselves so seriously because

PORT Douglas is gearing up for its Carnivale extravaganza and hugely popular glittering family street parade.

‘Tropical Wonderland’ is the theme for this year’s spectacular parade on May 20 and local individuals, community groups and businesses are invited to register their entries now.

Douglas Shire Mayor Michael Kerr said community pride and celebration of the natural environment were at the heart of the Macrossan Street parade, which has again been sponsored by the Property Shop Port Douglas & Mossman.

“We encourage the diversity that reflects life in the Douglas Shire with creative participation by schools, bands, businesses and community organisations, and anyone who wants to dress up and dance in the streets,” Cr Kerr said.

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conservation of wildlife is our priority and we ended up winning the Best Business Float,” Ms Salter said.

“We are thinking of this year’s parade and how we can fit in with the Tropical Wonderland theme and support the community right across Carnivale by getting involved to give back.”

The parade kicks off at 6.30pm, followed by a fireworks display at 8.15pm. Adding to the atmosphere on the night will be the Wonderland Spiegeltent, the Carnivale Fun Fair and food stalls, and Port Douglas restaurants and bars.

Spiegeltent shows and other events will open on May 7 with comedian Akmal’s Best of Akmal.

Parade entries can be submitted online at www. carnivale.com.au and must be registered by Friday, May 13.

Erica Mast and Leiona Latu, proud of their Boomerang Bags

fun, maybe learn some new skills, meet like-minded people and ultimately help our environment, you may be interested to know that the sewing program runs from 10-12 every Thursday at the Mossman Community Centre.

All machines and materials provided, the only requirement is basic sewing skills and a can-do attitude. Find out more by ringing 4098 2836.

The bottom line is that the Douglas Shire is committed to being `plastic free’ and this is one way of contributing to this change and educating the community about recycling.

They say a stitch in time saves nine, so for now it’s Gazza signing out.

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NORTH QLD COUNCILS Six-year extension to BOUNCE BACK WITH $2.1 BILLION COMMONWEALTH CASH BOOST

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total of 25 North Queensland councils will benefit from the Australian Government’s $2.1 billion pre-payment on next year’s Financial Assistance Grant to all councils across Australia.

Townsville-based Senator for Queensland and Special Envoy for Northern Australia, Susan McDonald, said this early payment would help councils manage the cumulative impacts of the floods and COVID-19.

“The funding will target councils’ top priorities and ensure our local communities’ needs are met,” Senator McDonald said.

“Every time I speak to Northern Mayors, they tell me how vital these FA Grants are because they’re not tied to specific projects; they can be spent as the council sees fit.

“This early payment gives a welcome boost for our local communities, backing local jobs and economic growth while delivering lasting upgrades that will benefit residents for years to come.”

These NQ councils will receive the following payments: • Boulia Shire Council, $2,771,986 • Burdekin Shire Council, $3,109,855 • Burke Shire Council, $2,755,724 • Cairns Regional Council, $5,048,159 • Carpentaria Shire Council, $4,466,824 • Cassowary Coast Regional Council, $3,294,685 • Charters Towers Regional

Council, $5,457,352 • Cloncurry Shire Council, $4,838,764 • Croydon Shire Council, $3,518,963 • Doomadgee Aboriginal Community Council, $1,300,648 • Etheridge Shire Council, $4,750,163 • Flinders Shire Council, $6,078,746 • Hinchinbrook Shire Council, $1,869,554 • Mareeba Shire Council, $6,658,537 • McKinlay Shire Council, $4,894,091 • Mornington Shire Council, $2,132,221 • Mount Isa City Council, $5,626,875 • Richmond Shire Council, $3,248,953 • Tablelands Regional Council, $5,193,921 • Townsville City Council, $6,196,993 • Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council, $904,983 • Burdekin Shire Council, $3,109,855 • Mackay Regional Council, $4,873,795 • Townsville City Council, $6,196,993 • Whitsunday Regional Council, $4,726,514 Assistant Minister to the Deputy Prime Minister and Assistant Minister for Local Government Kevin Hogan said pre-paying the Financial Assistance Grant means the Government is backing local councils when they need it most.

“The Government is committed to continuing its support to local governments, given their

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important role in delivering vital services and ensuring the quality of life for Australian communities,” Mr Hogan said.

“These grants are untied in the hands of local government, allowing councils to spend the grants according to local priorities – a real shot in the arm for councils and local decision-making in these challenging times.

“I want to acknowledge the hard work of local officials – with support from our Government – in dealing with natural disasters and their aftermath at a community level.

“I have been in regular contact with mayors, councillors, and other local government ministers to understand the realities on the ground and make sure we are all playing our part.

“A stable and effective local government sector is good for the nation, and we will continue to do what is good for the nation through these crises.”

Since 1974–75, the Australian Government has provided local governments with $64 billion in untied funding through the Financial Assistance Grant program to 2022-23.

The Commonwealth has committed $2.8 billion in funding to local government in 2022–23, 75% being brought forward to be paid early to local governments for rebuilding after floods and the transition and planning of living with COVID-19.

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HE Palaszczuk Government is delivering more affordable air travel and certainty for Far North Queensland locals with a six-year extension of the Local Fare Scheme.

Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said that to date, more than 122,000 trips had been taken on the scheme since the Palaszczuk Government reintroduced it in July 2015, equating to a total investment of about $21 million.

“Reduced flight costs are a lifeline to remote communities, and extending the Palaszczuk Government’s commitment provided real surety to Far North locals,” Mr Bailey said.

“The scheme is a commitment to remote towns in the Far North to ensure residents remain connected with regional centres and essential services.”

Member for Cook, Cynthia Lui, said a six-year extension of the scheme provides longer term surety

for remote communities that the Palaszczuk Government will continue to support their air travel needs.

“The scheme provides a discount of up to $200 per flight for eligible residents in Cape York, the Gulf of Carpentaria and the Torres Strait, facilitating affordable travel for access to health, education and allied services while promoting social and recreational connections,” Ms Lui said.

“This longer-term extension of the Local Fare Scheme also comes with additional benefits, including the addition of one-way discount fares, greater flexibility of travel options and better eligibility rules.

“I’ve had many people in our Far North communities, particularly in the Torres Strait, asking for these changes, so I’m incredibly proud to be delivering them.

“Under the improved scheme, eligible residents will be able to make bookings for one-way fares and

travel anywhere within the Local Fare Scheme region and will continue to receive a discount on the standard published airfare of up to $200 per flight.

“And the requirement to have lived in some communities for three years before being eligible will be reduced for selected communities.

“The majority of the changes to the Local Fare Scheme, and improved benefits to communities, will be in place from 1 July 2022.”

For more information about the Local Fares Scheme flights, including a complete list of communities included in the scheme, visit the Local Fare Scheme website https://bit. ly/38nnpIu. The website will be updated with improved benefits as full details are finalised.

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JCU soars in the world rankings

A newly-released global ranking has highlighted James Cook University’s teaching and research excellence.

The prestigious QS World University subject rankings mark JCU as being in the top 100 in the world in three areas: Earth & Marine Sciences, Environmental Sciences, and Hospitality & Leisure Management.

Vice-Chancellor Professor Simon Biggs said the results confirm JCU’s status as a highly competitive, research-intensive university.

“JCU delivers ground-breaking, internationally recognised research, and these rankings confirm that we perform very strongly when compared to

the world’s best universities,” Professor Biggs said.

QS also ranks JCU in the top 150 of the world’s universities in Geology, Archaeology, and Agriculture & Forestry.

“We are being judged in a field containing larger, older universities worldwide. To have achieved these results is a tremendous achievement and testament to the hard work of JCU’s academics,” said Professor Biggs.

Professor Biggs said JCU is proud to be regionally based and privileged to offer worldclass education to the people of the tropics and beyond.

“I am committed to seeing JCU to go from strength to strength in the years to come,

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and this is another marker showing us heading in the right direction,” he said.

Noah Enrique Thomas is studying a Bachelor of Business and Environmental Science (Aquaculture major) at JCU. “Witnessing JCU’s ranking soar is a proud moment for me as a university student. This achievement reflects the quality of work JCU has produced and the way other institutions perceive JCU,” Mr Thomas said.

The rankings were produced from an analysis of more than 14.7 million unique papers, producing close to 96 million citations, with 1,543 institutions ranked across 51 subjects in five broad subject areas.

Kettles to boil across the nation for Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea

FOR 29 years, Cancer Council’s Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea has brought together millions of Australians over a cup of tea in support of those affected by cancer.

One Australian is diagnosed with cancer approximately every four minutes, the length of an average tea break.

It is estimated that 150,782 Australians were diagnosed with cancer in 2021 – that’s more than 400 per day.

Leading Cancer charity in Australia, Cancer Council wants to encourage Australians across the country to participate in Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea to contribute to Cancer Council’s work and

honour the lives of people who fight cancer every day.

In 2022, the official day to host a morning tea is Thursday, May 19, but people can host at any time in May or June.

By hosting or attending Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea (in-person or virtually), participants will help Cancer Council continue its life-saving cancer research, prevention, advocacy and support programs.

Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea is the largest and most successful event of its kind in the country and attracts over 4,200 hosts each year.

Those who want to host can register at biggestmorningtea.

com.au or call 1300 65 65 85 to receive a free morning tea host kit.

Due to current circumstances, Cancer Council encourages all to follow the recommended safety guidelines provided by the Australian Government.

Details regarding Cancer Council fundraising events may change as circumstances change.

For more information and support regarding cancer and COVID-19, please visit https://cancerqld.org.au/ Anyone unable to host a morning tea can still get involved by donating directly to Cancer Council via biggestmorningtea.com.au.

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POLICE URGE FAMILIES TO PLAN FOR A SAFE ROAD TRIP THIS EASTER

MINISTER for Police and Corrective Services and Minister for Fire and Emergency Services the Honourable Mark Ryan MP and Assistant Commissioner Ben Marcus launched this week the QPS Easter Road Safety campaign, reminding families to travel safely this Easter school holidays.

Operation Uniform Easter will see police promoting road safety in Easter holiday traffic thoroughfares across the state.

Assistant Commissioner Marcus said it was imperative that everyone on our roads put road safety first.

“We know everyone is eager to get to their holiday destinations, but it’s important to

ensure everyone is driving to the conditions and avoiding driving tired,” he said.

“There will be increased traffic on our roads, all throughout the state.

“Travelling can mean driving on unfamiliar roads and through a variety of environments and weather. Day or night-time, ensure you drive to the conditions.

“Be patient and plan your trip properly. Don’t speed or drive affected by drugs or alcohol.

“You can expect to see police anywhere, anytime conducting roadside operations and patrolling our roads.”

Last year’s Easter long

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weekend saw six road-related deaths. “While your safety is our concern, road safety is everyone’s responsibility. Please be careful. Every decision you make behind the wheel, counts.

“One life lost is too many.

Help us make sure there is no dampener on this holiday period for you or your loved ones.”

Minister Ryan said the Easter school holidays were a great time to explore Queensland and spend time with family but to do so safely.

“We know this is a popular time for camping, beach driving and road trips in general, and that it’s a time when we all pack up the car or the camper van with the whole family,” he said.

“While you can expect to see police anywhere, anytime, it is so important for everyone to do what they can to ensure a safe drive.

“It only takes one poor decision for these holidays to end in disaster for you, your family or other road users.

“Please remember road safety is everyone’s responsibility and plan your trip accordingly. Take regular breaks, share the driving, ensure everyone is buckled up and drive to the conditions and speed limits.

“Police will be doing their part to promote road safety, and you need to do yours.”

LOCAL LEADER APPOINTED TOP ROLE IN TORRES STRAIT

TORRES Strait Islander leader, Vonda Malone, has been announced as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the Torres Strait Regional Authority (TSRA).

Ms Malone – a Torres Strait Islander woman, connected to Thursday Island and Erub (Darnley Island) – will become the most senior public servant living in the region.

She returns to TSRA after extensive professional experience, including her role as the first female Mayor of the Torres Shire Council.

Ms Malone has 22 years of experience working across three levels of government, specialising in Indigenous Affairs.

She brings a unique international perspective to the role through her positions with both the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and the United Nations Office of the Human Rights Commission, Geneva.

TSRA Chairperson Napau Pedro Stephen AM said the appointment demonstrated TSRA’s commitment to providing local leadership opportunities.

“As the region’s lead federal agency and large local employer, we are proud to create a legacy for our own people to grow, develop and thrive as leaders,” Mr Stephen said.

“I would like to congratulate Ms Malone on her appointment and welcome her wealth

(L-R) TSRA Chairperson Napau Pedro Stephen and New TSRA CEO, Vonda Malone

of experience, advocacy and connections across all levels of government, most recently as the first female mayor for Torres Shire Council.”

Mr Stephen said the appointment followed an extensive recruitment process, approved

by Minister for Indigenous Australians, the Hon Ken Wyatt AM, MP, in consultation with the TSRA Board.

“Local decision-making and self-determination include having a say in the leaders who will advocate for the Torres Strait and Northern Peninsula Area,” he said.

“We look forward to Ms Malone’s leadership to bring together the many government agencies represented in the Torres Strait and Northern Peninsula Area and our Non-Government Organisations to advance our people and region’s political and economic priorities.”

He also thanked former CEO Leilani Bin-Juda for her efforts

and contributions to the region.

Incoming CEO Vonda Malone said she welcomed the opportunity to work with staff, communities and the TSRA Board to deliver local priorities.

“It is important we build on lessons learned during the pandemic to innovate, improve and challenge each other to deliver the best possible outcomes for our people and region,” Ms Malone said.

Ms Malone looks forward to working with the TSRA Chairperson, the Board, stakeholders and communities to achieve the TSRA’s vision of ‘Empowering our people, in our decision, in our culture for our future’.

“Beyond delivering outcomes and positive change, I hope to encourage women and people in regional and remote communities to pursue leadership opportunities,” she said.

Ms Malone will start her five-year term on May 1, 2022.

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Innisfail’s Fitzgerald Esplanade was a buzz of community members and visitors enjoying the selection of tropical produce, food vendors, music, entertainment and arts and crafts.

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IN BRIEF CASSOWARY COAST LIBRARIES All Children’s Programs at Cassowary Coast Libraries are back including Baby Bounce and Story time across all branches, weekly!

• Mission Beach Library - Baby Bounce and Story time Tuesday • Innisfail Library – Baby Bounce and Story time – Tuesday and Thursday • Tully Library – Children Morning’s (mixed age group) – Thursday • Cardwell Library – Children Morning’s (mixed age group) – Thursday Bookings are essential for Children Programs and spots can reserved by heading to CCRC Libraries website : https://casssowarycoast.spuydus.com

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ENGAGEMENT THE KEY TO MISSION BEACH REVITALISATION PROJECT

SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES Cassowary Coast libraries are running a variety of Peter-Pan inspired fun over the April school holidays. Checkout the flyer to see what is on at each branch. Don’t forget to book as places are limited: https://cassowary.spydus.com Makerspace is available daily at all branches.

THANK YOU FOR RECYCLING YOUR TYRES Last year we diverted 2,134 tyres from landfill!

It costs from $8.40 (passenger vehicle) to dispose of a tyre at waste transfer stations.

This charge covers the cost for Council to responsibly dispose of tyres. All of our tyres are sent to TyreCycle where they are recycled or repurposed into other products like brake pads, non-slip surfaces and even fuel.

If you are tempted to avoid the costs of responsibly disposing of your tyres, remember that illegally dumped tyres have environmental impacts and cost Council for removal.

You can also be fined for illegal dumping.

So do the right thing. Recycle your tyres and don’t rubbish our backyard.

If you witness someone dumping in our backyard report the incident on 1300 763 903, OR report online at www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/illegal-dumping

FEAST OF THE SENSES WASTE EDUCATION On Sunday 27 March, Feast of the Senses Market Day Extravaganza, Council’s Education Officer and spent the day discussing with the local community ways we can reduce waste entering landfill.

Fast facts from the National and State Food Strategy identifying issues were relayed to 71 community members who came through the stall and provided examples of practical ways each household can AVOID, REUSE and RECYCLE food waste.

Mission Beach Town Centre

At this week’s Ordinary Council Meeting, held on 31 March 2022, Council endorsed the Communication and Engagement Plan for the Mission Beach Town Centre Revitalisation Project.

The Mission Beach Town Centre, located along Porter Promenade, is the central precinct of the Mission Beach area and encompasses restaurants, shops, professional offices, dwelling houses, dwelling units, roadside stalls, caravan parks, parks, and foreshore areas.

Cassowary Coast Regional Council Mayor Mark Nolan said the redevelopment of the Mission Beach village green tourism area and adjacent Porter Promenade, will create a vibrant space to live, work, shop, dine, invest and experience.

“This project is linked strongly our

Corporate Plan and is about Council working in partnership with the Community to enhance and promote pride in and liveability of in our region,” said Mayor Nolan.

The Communication and Engagement Plan for the project has been developed to guide activities during the detailed design and construction phase. It provides a summary of a more in-depth engagement strategy, identifying key stakeholders, project negotiables and non-negotiables, level of engagement proposed and outlines key messages.

To reach the identified stakeholders at various levels, several different methods of engagement have been identified.

Methods include, letter drops, stakeholder meetings, one-on-one consultation sessions, a dedicated project webpage, project advertising and social media.

These methods, along with others, focus on building strong community relationships and may be repeated throughout the duration of the project.

Through implementing the Communication and Engagement Plan the goal is to: • Create strong community involvement.

• Ensure stakeholders feel heard and involved in the design of the community space (negotiables).

• During construction, directly impacted stakeholders, such as business owners, are informed and up to date with planned works.

• The community agrees the project delivers a space that is authentic to Mission Beach.

• The community agrees that the project meets business and community needs.

For more information on the project or the report presented to Council visit the dedicated project page at: www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/mission-beach-town-centre-revitalisation-project or call Council on 1300 763 903 or via email on enquiries@cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au.

• AVOID: Stickers were provided to the community which label Eat Me First on storage containers in the fridge to help you quickly identify items that need to be consumed ASAP. • REUSE: There are many ways people can reuse food scraps, one way – regrow food from seeds, plants bases and stems.

• RECYCLE: Through a small survey it was identified that composting is the most popular option for people to recycle food scraps. Composting is an effective practise to divert waste entering landfill and return nutrients to our soils.

Council encourages the community to take advantage of Council’s Composting Rebate program where residents can claim a $20 rebate for the purchase of a compost bin or worm farm. To learn more please visit: www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/community-composting-program Insightful conversations were had with the community about ways they reduce waste entering landfill and wanting to learn more about how they can recycle. One couple shared their tips for a DIY in ground worm farm where they used old PVC pipes, drilled holes into them and buried them into their raised gardens. Simple, cheap and a great way to reduce food waste entering landfill.

Thank you to everyone who stopped in to chat about how we can leave Nothing to Waste in Our Backyard!

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APRIL 08, 2022

2022 STATE VALUATION On 31 March 2022, The Queensland Valuer-General issued land valuations for 30 local government areas in Queensland. The Cassowary Coast Local Government area was subject to this process with new land valuations taking effect from 30 June 2022.

In determining statutory land values, valuers research the property market, examine trends and analyse sales information. The valuers also inspect individual properties, interview vendors and consider the use and zoning under Council’s Planning Scheme. The date of effect for the valuation is 30 June 2022, however the date of valuation occurred on 1 October 2021.

Mayor Mark Nolan said the valuations are decided by the Queensland Government however have a direct

impact on Council rates.

“The last time the Cassowary Coast received land valuations was in 2020, and the overall land value decreased by -2.3%.

“Council notes due to the movement in the local market across the last 12 months that land valuations have significantly increased in some locations.

“Council uses the unimproved or site valuation to calculate the general levy for our rates, increases in land value do not increase the total rate yield for Council but do impact the way rates are distributed.

“Land values usually increase when demand for land exceeds the supply of available land.

“The Cassowary Coast has seen an increase in sales as the demand for property increased as many

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Southerners have invested or relocated to the area from city living.

“If you do not agree with your land valuation, you can lodge an objection with the Queensland Government within 60 days of the date of issue of the valuation notice to the Department of Natural Resources,” said Councillor Nolan.

Landowners can access the latest valuation information using the Find your land valuation search available on the Land valuations website.

To find out more, landowners can also view the Cassowary Coast 2022 Land Valuation Overview here.

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

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One Coast, Cassowary Coast

January APRIL 28, 08, 2022

SCENIC LOCATIONS ON OFFER FOR ROADSIDE VENDOR OPPORTUNITIES Roadside vendors are a common sight when travelling and often offer a distinctive insight into the culinary delights of the region.

Cassowary Coast Regional Council Councillor Trudy Tschui said from the diverse offering of tropical fruit and vegetables to a great cup of coffee; roadside vending contributes in a unique way to our local economy and activation of precincts.

Council supports roadside vending where it provides a positive benefit for the community, is supportive of fixed

local businesses and products and does not adversely affect the amenity of the area or environment.

Council aims through its guidelines to ensure that roadside vending does not impact on the viability of commercial fixed business areas.

This bricks and mortar first approach sees approved vendors operating a minimum of 400 meters away.

“In a positive move to strengthen roadside vending in our area. Council invites two separate tenders for the

commercial use of Council controlled areas for roadside vending, with the picturesque locations of Perry Harvey Jetty, Mission Beach and Fitzgerald Esplanade, Innisfail available.

“Roadside vendors in these locations will give locals and tourists a taste of what the Cassowary Coast has on offer and will complement the traditional brick and mortar businesses nearby.

By opening these two additional locations through the tender process will ensure that all interested parties have

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with how to lodge tenders available on our website. There is also a link to a weekly webinar run by VendorPanel on how to sign up and use the application.

You can find this information by visiting

www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov. au/our-council/tenders-andquotes.

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

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There will be a maximum of three sites per location approved with the ability to occupy an approved site for commercial use for a period of three years,” Councillor Tschui said.

Tenders for both locations are open now. Tenders must be lodged via the VendorPanel System; www.vendorpanel. com.au by 5:00pm on Monday 25 April 2022.

Council has easy to use instructions and FAQ’s to assist

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

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SURF, SUN AND SORE KNEES

By Maria Larkins

LARGE CROWDS visited Yorkey’s Knob during the Easter holidays of 1938. It was promoted as “the Bondi of the North” and had become a popular weekend spot for many Cairns residents such as Lionel Draper, who had reportedly been visiting the seaside spot since 1928.

Many newcomers had also decided to make “Yorkey’s” their weekend get-away destination.

They arrived by the Yorkeys Knob Highway Bus or by private motor vehicle. Some like, Draper, has their own seaside cottage, others stayed at the Pacific Resort Hotel.

Conditions over Easter in 1938 were reportedly ideal with clear, sunny days, beautifully moonlit nights and moderately calm seas.

There were crowds of young and old swimming, surfing, singing and dancing.

Proprietors of the Blue Bird Café in Cairns organized a picnic party on Good Friday. There were 40 members in the group which comprised, proprietors, Mr. and Mrs. Cottrell, staff and patrons.

Numerous activities included a dance at Horace Best’s dance hall and novelty events such as a “crawling” race which secured the

winner, I. Rammutt, a large box of chocolates, to assuage the pain of sore knees.

San Remo There was a contender to lure visitors away from that place with the strange name to an altogether more alluring place, in name at least, San Remo (Holloways Beach).

A shark-proof swimming enclosure was planned and there had been extensive additions to the San Remo Café in preparation for an increase in customers. Although it didn’t have a hotel or guest house there were numerous seaside cottages to let and a camping ground.

Visitors to San Remo could get there by local bus, the Northern Queen. It left Mazlin’s corner at 9.30am and 2.15pm on Good Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Return fare was 2/-.

Sanitorium Hotel Double Island’s Hotel was well established by 1938. It was the “first” beach resort in the district.

In 1893 it was reported that the “beauty spot of North Queensland, the Mount Buchan Estate, generally called Double Island” finally had a hotel.

It had been constructed by R. A. Tills and had a nice elevation

with frontage to the sea which could be viewed from the spacious 156 feet-long verandah.

The Great Northern Sanitorium Hotel, as it became known, boasted that it was “the finest health and pleasure resort north of Brisbane” and offered customers a “magnificent view of the Pacific Ocean and Islands.”

To lure customers, “special inducements” were offered to “picnic parties, sojourners by the sea, seekers after health, and those requiring a rest from the cares and worries of business.” Proprietress was R. C. Potts.

Sources: TROVE, Cairns Historical Society, State Library of Queensland, Mulgrave Shire Historical Society.

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Beauty & Well Being...

Pioneering Cairns surgeon celebrates diversity

Dr Sarah Coll DR Sarah Coll may have been just the second woman in Queensland to become a Fellow of Orthopaedic Surgery when she launched her career around 20 years ago, but it’s the diversity of her work in the far north and her passion for rural surgery that’s kept her local.

“The trick with being a rural surgeon is you need resilience and to be able to stand by your decisions and I found I was doing more cases as a junior here than others were doing in capital cities and I’ve been able to maintain a broader practice, with Society memberships in both shoulder and hand surgery,” she said.

Operating at Cairns Private Hospital and Cairns Day Surgery, Dr Coll’s special interest in upper limbs sees her care for a lot of Work Cover patients with work-related repetitive injuries, including quite a few cane farmers and cattle farmers with shoulder issues, as well as patients with carpal tunnel issues.

“We’ve innovated with the team at Cairns Day

Surgery to do keyhole carpal tunnel surgery under local anaesthetic and the whole team helps keep a positive vibe in theatre,” she said, adding that this was particularly popular with older patients who were hesitant about having general anaesthetic.

Dr Coll uses her arthroscopy experience – essentially operating through a keyhole being guided by a small camera – to also perform reconstructive knee and ankle surgery.

“I have a very visual brain and once I have a camera in the joint, I don’t get disoriented,” she said.

Dr Coll is just one of 73 female orthopaedic surgeons in Australia, amounting to five per cent of the cohort, but the number of female trainee orthopaedic consultants for this year is much more encouraging at 22 per cent.

Dr Coll said she has tended to focus on her career, rather than her gender, and tries to achieve each goal and solve each challenge as they arise.

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EASTER THURSDAY 14 APRIL Artist, singer and entertainer David Hudson is launching the exhibition Ancient Voices - New Beginnings with his daughter

This will be the first time that artist Jedess Hudson will be collaborating with her dad

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N Friday, April 8, Crystalbrook Bailey will launch its April-May art exhibition with esteemed local artists, Jedess and David Hudson, titled ‘Ancient Voices – New Beginnings’.

The exhibition will explore themes of familial ties, ancient voices and new beginnings as the father-daughter duo presents a collaborative, multi-medium art exhibition in the Crystalbrook Bailey atrium.

‘Ancient Voices - New Beginnings’ is a diverse and intriguing mix of Jedess’ contemporary perspective and David’s traditional storytelling style.

This exhibition combines ancient art forms with modern ideas, passing the baton from father to daughter. This is the first time the artists have collaborated, an honour that is not lost on Jedess.

“I’m exhibiting alongside my father for the very first time,” Ms Hudson said.

“He has inspired, shaped, and developed my unique voice and visual art style over the years.”

Likewise, David – an internationally renowned musician, artist, entertainer and presenter – is

proud to pass on his passion and practice to his daughter and pay homage to traditional Aboriginal culture in a contemporary way while also sharing their own family’s story.

“This exhibition is about keeping culture alive,” Mr Hudson said.

“To have an opportunity to exhibit with my daughter is something that I have long looked forward to.

“Providing her with cultural knowledge over her developing years and seeing this come to fruition is awesome.”

Crystalbrook Bailey General Manager Lisa Brown said Crystalbrook warmly welcomes Jedess and David Hudson as feature artists to share their work and culture with the community.

“We are proud to support local emerging and established artists by offering a beautiful space to exhibit their work to a wide audience,” Ms Brown said.

“We’re incredibly excited to see Jedess and David Hudson’s exhibition come to life, and welcome all to attend our opening night.”

The exhibition consists of 12+ curated pieces reflecting David and Jedess’ Ewamian and Western Yalanji Country. Using a mix of individual and blended art pieces, ‘Ancient Voices – New Beginnings’ gives insight into how their diverse cultural creative ideas meet, blend and flourish.

Exploring new styles and techniques over the past year, Jedess and David are excited to release this collaboration into the world.

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“Workshop times: Saturday 9 April – 1.00 to 2.00pm Wednesday 20 April – 5.30pm to 6.30pm Book your place for either of these Workshop times through Cairns Floral Supplies.”

Mon April 11 2022 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm School Holiday Fun – FREE Mini Soccer Workshops at Smithfield Shopping Centre

FRIDAY Barbary Coasters - Cairns Cruising Yacht Squadron, 3:30pm DJ Andy - Paper Crane by Crystalbrook, 4:00pm Just Dazz - The Celt, Palm Cove, 5:00pm Mike Rivett - Boardwalk Social by Crystalbrook, 5:00pm Tessa Devine, Tullara and Whoodafunkit - Brother Jenkins, 5:30pm The Dannies - Lucinda Hotel, 6:00pm Hot Ice - Cazaly’s Cairns, 6:30pm Late Notice - Hambledon Hotel, 7:30pm Bobby Maguire - Centrals Trinity Sporting Club, 7:30pm Travis Collins - The Edge Hill Tavern, 8:00pm Soul Jah - The Parkview Hotel, 8:00pm Fingerprint - Bar36 @ The Reef Hotel Casino, 9:00pm

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CELEBRATING EASTER AND VISHU with Malayali Association Cairns

By Isabella Guzman Gonzalez THE Malayali Association Cairns organised a fundraiser for the South Indian community in Cairns through an event on Wednesday, April 13, highlighting the best of our backgrounds with an Easter and Vishu celebration that aims to unite all cultures.

The Easter Vishu event at St Andrew’s Catholic College Redlynch begins at 4 pm. There will be with a special appearance by Cairns Mayor Bob Manning, a magic show by Australia’s Got Talent finalist Josh Norbido, music, Bollywood dancers and a range of delicious and authentic South Indian dishes.

Member of the Malayali Association Jomcy Jose said that this was an opportunity to share the South Indian culture with the Cairns community.

“We are inviting all of the community,” Mr Jose said.

“Every year, we celebrate Vishu, and we hold it exclusively

for the Indian community.

“So this year, we thought we would bring people from all backgrounds together in Cairns so they can experience our culture.

“There are no South Indian restaurants around Cairns; this is an opportunity for people to try authentic South Indian food, enjoy the music and the Bollywood dancing, and come together as a community.”

Mr Jose said that Vishu is an important celebration for the Indian community and sharing it with others helps them feel at home.

“We can’t go to India and celebrate there, but we can celebrate here with our families and friends and do what we used to when we were there,” he said.

“And we want people to know that there is a Malayali Association in Cairns that wants to support the South Indian community.”

Mr Jose said that the Easter Vishu event aims to connect Indian culture to other traditions and make everyone feel included

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while learning more about the Malayali community and their culture.

“We would like to invite everyone, and we welcome everyone so that they can experience our culture and also the homemade South Indian dishes that you can’t find anywhere else,” he said.

“People can get involved in this event, see our cultural program, and they may want to participate more.

“We have an illusionist, bands coming from Melbourne and Adelaide to perform and all sorts of dishes to try.”

Mr Jose said the funds raised in the event would support the South Indian community in Cairns struggling after COVID-19.

“We’ll help everyone we can, both here in Cairns and India,” Mr Jose said.

The event counts with the support and funding of the Queensland Government. The entry costs $30 for adults and $10 for children under 13.

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Lots of activities for the school holidays Cairns Regional Council hosts a range of activities to keep the kids occupied these school holidays.

From workshops to reading activities, traversing walking tracks and learning about our native flora and fauna, there are many facilities and activities to keep the whole family occupied.

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The Cairns Libraries Easter school holiday program provides activities for all ages and interests.

Running from April 4 to 13, some of the workshops and activities require bookings.

Cairns Libraries Easter school holiday program: Dungeons & Dragons Adventures for beginners: Monday, April 4 at Stratford Library from 11am to midday.

(Ages 12+) Wearable Arts Workshop: Tuesday, April 5 at City Library from 9am to 3pm. Materials will be provided, but feel free to bring anything you think may be useful. (BYO lunch/snacks.

Ages 12+) STEAM Explorer Station – LittleBits Circuits: Tuesday, April 5 at Gordonvale Library from 10.30am to 11.30am. LittleBits are easy-touse electronic building blocks that snap together with magnets to make learning about circuitry and electronics exciting and engaging.

LEGO Mania and Story Writing: Wednesday, April 6 at City Library from 10.30am to 11.30am.

STEAM Explorer Station – LittleBits Circuits: Wednesday, April 6 at Earlville Library from 10.30am to 11.30am.

Street Dance Workshop: Wednesday, April 6 at Smithfield Library from 11am to midday.

Hip-hop dance class for children aged 12 and over, suitable for all levels.

Maker Space – Paper Planes: Thursday, April 7 at Edmonton Library from 10am to 11am. Discover and explore an exciting range of folding techniques.

Maker Space – Cardboard Construction Workshop: Thursday, April 7, at Babinda Library from 10am to midday. Children can design and construct their mode of transport, real or fanciful.

Dungeons & Dragons Adventures for beginners: Thursday, April 7 at Manunda Library from 11am to midday. (Ages 12+) STEAM Explorer Station – LittleBits Circuits: Friday, April 8 at Manunda Library from 10am to 11am.

Drawing and Watercolour Workshop: Monday, April 11 at Stratford Library from 10am to 11am.

Join local artist Julie Haysom for a drawing and watercolour workshop.

White Wizard Magic Show: Monday, April 11 at Earlville Library from 10.30am to 11.30am.

Turtle Connections – Reef Virtual Connections: Tuesday, April 12, at City Library from 10am to 10.45am. Gain an understanding of the biology and adaptations of sea turtles.

Maker Space – Design your library bag: Tuesday, April 12, at Manunda Library from 10am to 11am. Get creative and design your library bag.

LEGO Mania and Story Writing: Tuesday, April 12, at Gordonvale Library from 10.30am to 11.30am.

White Wizard Magic Show: Tuesday, April 12 at Smithfield Library from 2pm to 3pm.

3D STEAM – Explore 3D art and objects: Wednesday, April 13, at Earlville Library from 10.30am to 11.30am. Explore threedimensional art and objects and make your own 3D hologram to use on your tablet or smartphone.

STEAM Explorer Station – LittleBits Circuits: Thursday, April 14 at Babinda Library from 10.00am to midday.

Visit the Cairns Libraries website for details of all the events, activities and programs at www. cairns.qld.gov.au/library

FANTASY AND FILM AT TANKS ARTS CENTRE Dungeons & Dragons On Sunday, April 3, from 2pm to 5pm. Beginners and experienced players are welcome to join the Dungeon Masters in Tank 3 as part of the Local & Vocal Youth week event.

Register at: https://bit.ly/3DkWQ2f Filmmaking workshop Young aspiring creatives (8-12 years) can take the first steps on their filmmaking journey with a hands-on three-day workshop at the Tanks Arts Centre from April 6 to 8.

The What’s my scene workshop series will be in Tank 5 from April 6 to 8, 9am to 3pm.

Cost is $180, and all films will be screened at Cairns Children’s Festival in May. More information and registration at https://bit.ly/36xkyfO

ESPLANADE AND LAGOON

Swim at the Lagoon, play at Muddy’s Playground, go for a stroll or a bike ride, play at the fun ship, have a barbecue or enjoy live music.

The Lagoon will be open every

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day from 6am to 9pm.

Every Wednesday, the Lagoon is closed from 6am to midday for regular cleaning and maintenance.

CAIRNS BOTANIC GARDENS AND CATTANA WETLANDS Explore the beauty of tropical plant life at Cairns Botanic Gardens and Cattana Wetlands.

Discover more about the plants and animals with a tour.

Children will also love the Nature Playground, located at Freshwater Lake on Greenslopes St (near the Zhanjiang Friendship Garden).

Cattana Wetlands is a rich natural wonderland with five flat walking trails.

More information is available on the Council website.

CYCLING TRACKS

A range of paths and cycleways allow you to explore this beautiful region at your own pace. For younger riders, check out the Learn to Ride Road Safety Training Track at the Moody Creek Detention Basin, off Ramsay Dr in Kanimbla.

WALKING TRACKS

Get outside and challenge yourself and the kids on the popular Red Arrow, Blue Arrow, Green Arrow and Yellow Arrow walking tracks that wind through Mt Whitfield Conservation Park, behind the Cairns Botanic Gardens in Edge Hill.

Activity Trails for the whole family to enjoy.

Colouring In Competition.

By Maria Larkins LOOKING FOR ways to entertain the family these holidays?

The Cairns Museum has a great range of ‘free with entry’ activities on offer.

There is The Great Museum Easter Egg Hunt. Follow the clues, find eggs which have been hidden around the galleries and crack open the secret codeword to enter the competition.

The museum’s Colouring in Competition is always popular.

Children can collect their entry

form at reception and create their masterpiece on the museum’s verandah upstairs. Winners of the Museum Easter Hunt and Colouring-in Competition will be drawn on Tuesday, April 19, 2022.

The Museum’s Activity Trails are ideal for all ages. A new trail is “50 things to see and do in the museum” where children can discover a range of exciting and interesting objects on display throughout the galleries.

For children over 9 years, why not try the Kids’ Audio Trail and

listen to the displays come to life (BYO device and headphones).

All activities are free with entry and bookings are not required. Cairns Museum is open from 10am to 4pm Monday to Saturday. Closed Good Friday.

Entry fee is $15 adults, $6 children under 14, $30 family (2 adults and 2 children), $12 concession. Entry is free to Members of the Cairns Museum.

Cairns Museum is located on the corner of Lake and Shields Streets, Cairns.

Hartley’s turns on the wildlife fun

Tobruk Memorial Pool Visit Council’s website for opening times.

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With gentle rides and slides for the littlies, shaded resortstyle pools and heart-pumping waterslide action for the daring thrill-seekers, Sugarworld Adventure Park is fun for the whole family.

Sugar World is open from 10am to 5pm every weekend, public holidays, and school holidays.

Visit http://sugarworldwaterpark. com.au/ for more details.

ART EXHIBITIONS THE COURT HOUSE

There are two exhibitions on display during the school holidays: Paint the Town: Queensland Regional Art Award 2021; and Vessels of the Rainforest and the Rainforest.

Tanks Arts Centre Tanks Arts Centre is hosting the annual Artists of the North exhibition, a presentation of works by the region’s artists.

The theme for this year’s exhibition is “Humanity”, which is particularly relevant at this time. The exhibition is on display in Tank 4 until May 1.

Being the only “True Zoo in TNQ” has its advantages, and the ever-enthusiastic team at Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures have eclipsed themselves with another awesome wildlife themed menu of activities for the week commencing Saturday April 9.

These will be in addition to the popular Free Kids Wildlife presentations each day in our Gondwana Grill at 12.30 pm.

On Saturday April 9, the fun kicks off with the chance to

meet our Spectacled Flyingfoxes during our ‘Bat Chat’, Sunday April 10 sees our very popular ‘Enrichment Building’ where the kids can get hands on (limited numbers).

The cute ‘Cotton Top Tamarins’ will be fed with a special talk on Monday 11th, followed by a special feeding of ‘Kozzie’ the charismatic Komodo Dragon on Tuesday the 12th.

‘Baby Marsupial Madness’ will get smiles on little dials on Wednesday afternoon April

13th and ‘Enrichment Building’ returns again on Thursday the 14th. See our Cotton Top Tamarin talk star again on Friday 15th, with Bat Chat and Enrichment Building on Saturday and Sunday respectively. Meanwhile, at Kuranda, our Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Kuranda are open every day of the holidays to welcome and delight visitors to our boutique wildlife parks located in the Kuranda Heritage Markets.

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Let’s bond over nature. Come and play at the waterfalls with Cairns Canyoning, we will empower you, push boundaries, overcome fear as we take you over waterfalls, abseiling, rock scrambling, jumps, slides and so much more… Behana Canyon with experienced leaders offers a fun, friendly, active outdoor nature playground for those aged 8 years and older. Surrounded by lush green rainforest, breath in the fresh air, feel the adrenaline and explore your backyard with us!

After something a little more relaxed? Then come join Barefoot Tours on a road trip to the Tablelands (we promise not to make you drive!) The Atherton Tablelands Region offers plenty of variety of the nature scenes, with a full day to explore multiple freshwater swim holes, a Volcanic Crater Lake, Fig Trees, World Heritage Rainforest and more. With lunch included, the tour is subject to a max of 14 guests in their 20seater bus and best of all, this tour isn’t subject to time restrictions.

The Meeting point for these tours is Allbout Cairns, which is a nonprofit Tourism Hub supporting Tour Operators and their guests, to provide local, quality, travel advice and experiences. We’d love to meet you, so come and tell us what you love most about Cairns!

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REAL ESTATE

PRIVATE TIMBERED HIDEAWAY

ACREAGE WITH SHEDS AND EQUIPMENT For Sale $165,000

Land Area 9.83 Ha Get back to nature and enjoy the wildlife on this private property which is mostly timbered with protected vegetation. In approx. the middle of the property is a semi-cleared area with two bush sheds surrounded by trees, where you could build your home or a weekender to live in complete privacy.

The front part of the property has a fenced paddock with a small dam suitable for some horses or cattle.

Why not escape the rat race and buy this property, phone Jim Cooper to arrange your inspection

Dingo Pocket QLD

• 9.87 ha (24.3 acres) of freehold land • Two open bush sheds overlooking a semi-cleared area with pasture Some of the included equipment items comprise:

• One fenced paddock with a small dam suitable for some horses or cattle. This fenced paddock is mostly timbered with pockets of improved pasture • Some unmaintained fruit trees comprising Black sapote, Jackfruit and Lychee or Rambutan trees are also hiding in the fenced paddock area • Property is undulating in approx. the front half of the property and elevated in approx. the back half of the property • Power is adjacent to the property (not connected) • Located approx. 20 km by road from Tully town Items included in sale: • Shipping container • 3 x Water tanks, poly, large • Water tank, fibreglass, small • Water motor/pump, Davey Firefighter • Water piping, poly • Assorted pipe fittings • Push mower, Honda HRU

217D, petrol • Generator, Austech Scorpion, diesel, needs some repairs • Welder, CEN • Gas stove, Jackeroo, portable • Timber stove • Shade cloth, approx. 95% waterproof • Swag • Ex kitchen sink • Ex kitchen cupboards • Timber bench • 2 x Trestles • Hand trolley • Tinnie (boat) • Caravan, dilapidated inside • Sundry items

All items included in sale are sold “as is/where is” and unregistered Inspections are by appointment.

For further details contact Jim Cooper Nutrien Harcourts Tully 0417 736 935

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WARRAMI, QLD 4854

Cane (Ex-Banana) Farm, Crop, 180 ML Water Licence View by appointment For Sale by Expressions of Interest (EOI) Closing Friday 29/04/2022 at 5 pm.

This high tonnage cane farm with a large machinery shed with 3 phase power and other sheds is being sold as a Going Concern sale meaning the 2022 cane crop, machinery & equipment are included.

The 180 ML Water Licence for irrigation from the Murray River would be ideal for irrigated crops including small crops, fruit trees or bananas, if required.

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18 Cheshire St, Wangan The Bones are Good Land Size

1258 m²

This solid home has so much potential, with 2 bedrooms and option for a third. Set on over a quarter acre block this property offers a blank canvas for the new owner to complete the picture.

Jim Cooper M 0417 736 935

jim.cooper@nh.com.au Nutrien Harcourts Tully

Chloe Collins 0428 824 012

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Mourilyan QLD

Garradunga QLD

Great Investment

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Land Area 1,012 Sqm

Land Area 9.85 Ha

For Sale $399,000

7 Beds

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Large highset Queenslander

PROPERTY FEATURES

converted into duplex with

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seven bedrooms, two kitchens, two kitchenettes and individually fenced backyards.

• Air Conditioning • Built In Robes • Fans

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4 Toilets

Country living close to town with power and water going past the block on the roadsides.

Approximately 9.7 Ha under sugarcane, the rich vocanic

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A&A Realty 70 Edith St, Innisfail Phone: 07 4061 1466

You can also enjoy views of Mount Bartle Frere and the

Quote Property #1505

valley if wanting to build your dream home!

Land Area 1,227 sqm

Lovely mountainous views from the front door of this comfortable family home.Constructed of masonry block this home is in a lovely country setting with lots to offer.Great open plan living area, state of the art kitchen complete with induction cooktop, rangehood, wall oven, dishwasher, double sink and lots of bench space. Three generous bedrooms with the master having an ensuite. Main bathroom and toilet. Built-ins, air conditioning, security screens and low maintenance tiled floors throughout. Spacious laundry utility area. Double garage and two bay lockable backyard shed. Variety of fruit trees.Double cement driveway rated for approximately 30 plus tonnes.

HIDDEN BELVEDERE BEAUTY

Fenced including an electric perimeter dog fence just needing a transmitter.

An added bonus is the energy saving solar power and gas hot water. The property is also wired for a generator, ready for those unexpected power outages.On a school bus route. Approximately 100 metres to primary school, post office, convenience store / takeaway, eateries and petrol bowser. Approximately 200 metres to beautiful Paronella Park. Scenic drive to the Innisfail CBD and most other conveniences.

$440,000 neg.

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• High set 3 bedroom home • Airconditioned bedrooms & living area • Large 800sqm block • Vehicle access to back yard

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Contact Louise on 0448 751 963

Land Area 832 sqm

A lovely neat 3 bedroom masonry block home, tucked away in a quiet culde-sac.

• Open plan home with • 3 bedrooms, 2 with built ins • 2 bathrooms • Colorbond shed

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

$410,000 - List #1455 https://aarealty.net/property/1455/

Contact Kylie on 0428 944 563

Contact Kylie on 0428 944 563

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$470,000 List # 1470 https://aarealty.net/property/1470/

A HIDDEN GEM IN CULLINANE

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Along with its obvious street appeal, this outstanding Belvedere property’s real charms lie in the expansive living areas, large rear deck and the immaculately planned rear gardens and inground pool/entertainment area.

The property is also conveniently located on a local bus route, allowing ease of access to the CBD, local schools and other facilities. An inspection is needed to truly appreciate this special property.

Contact Fran on 0401 191 258

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To arrange an Inspection or for additional information contact

soil is also ideal to grow your veggies or other crops.

A COUNTRY FEELING

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YOUR OWN PRIVATE RETREAT

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Land Area 7,759 sqm

Once you arrive at this idyllic property, hidden away from the world, you won’t want to leave. The very spacious 3 bedroom, air conditioned home has a large living area, formal and casual dining, 2 outdoor entertaining/ bar-b-que areas with superb views of the surrounding manicured gardens.

Add to that, 2 large farm equipment sheds, bore, 10,000ltr water tank, solar hot water and your own little creek and you have your retreat from the world.

This rare property will not last so arrange an inspection today.

$550,000 List # 1476

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Contact Louise on 0448 751 963

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Cairns Night Markets: 54-60 Abbott St, 4:30-11:00 Kuranda Heritage Markets: Rob Vievers Dr, 10:00-3:00 Kuranda Original Markets: 7 Therwine St, 9:30-3:00 Rusty’s Markets: Grafton Sts, Cairns, 5:00am-6:00pm

Babinda: Main St, 7:30-12 noon Cairns Night Markets: 54-60 Abbott St, 4:30-11:00 Kuranda Heritage Markets: Rob Vievers Dr, 10:00-3:00 Kuranda Original Markets: 7 Therwine St, 9:30-3:00 Mareeba: Centenary Park, 7:30-12:30 Mossman: St David’s Church, 7:00-1:00 Mt Garnet: Bill Brotherton Park, 8:00-1:00 Rusty’s Markets: Grafton Sts, Cairns, 5:00am-6:00pm Tully: Main St, 7:00-12 noon

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SPORT MOSSMAN LADIES’ BOWLS March 31st: The semi-final for the A Grade Singles was played. Margaret Heffernan def Christy Colley; and Pam Widdows def Carole Maxted.

Therefore, Pam W will play Margaret H in the final next week. Good luck. Social bowls welcomes another learner lady; Pauline, both her and Shirley are grasping the basics, even putting up with the autumn heat. Winners were Pauline Lightfoot, Janice Brlyack and Robin Petrus; R/up: Margaret Smith and Barbara Withers.

Raffle won by Denise Hyland. A reminder to have your name on the list by Thursday 12:00pm and we play at 1:00pm. Any ladies wishing to learn or improve their technique there is free coaching available. For any inquiries, contact Carole Maxted: caroles44bb@dodo.com.au or 0400 954 537. For the Mixed Social which plays on Wednesday and Sunday afternoons; names in by 12:00pm and play is at 1:00pm. Enough time for a light lunch at the Bistro. For more information contact the Mossman Memorial Bowls Club: 4098 1434. A stalwart of the ladies’ bowls is Janice Brlyack who with her husband Tony, recently celebrated their Diamond Wedding Anniversary.

60 years together and going strong. All the Mossman bowling fraternity and the Mossman Club extend to them a heartfelt Congratulations.

SILKWOOD BOWLS CLUB INC Barefoot Bowls Every Friday Night: Bowls, Sausage Sizzle, Music & Fun for the family starting at 5:30pm to 9:00pm, Sausage sizzle at 6:30pm. We have members available to help assist you. Contact 0475 759 808 to register your interest for catering purposes and all other enquiries including costing for families.

Sunday April 3rd: Rex Williams & Daniel Gauci played the next round for the champion of champions and what a fantastic game, unfortunately there could only be one winner, Daniel with a score of 22 and Rex 25, congratulations Rex who now progresses to the next round.

A game of triples with team Barry Green, Russ Marsden & Delmo Tarditi with a score of 18 defeated team Brian Brooks & Tony Cates / Ann Hollingsworth & Bev Marsden with a score of 17. Team Denise Charman & Lee-ann Mayell defeated Team Alan Hudson & Jean Messina 43 to 17.

Wednesday March 30th: Triples with team Alan Hudson, Lee-ann Mayell & Tim Wallis being defeated by team Barry Green, Delmo Tarditi & Tony Cates with the scores 25 to 14.

Len Charman, Rex Williams & Denise Charman played a game of scrounges with the scores Len on 67, Rex on 94 and Denise for the win with 100.

Bowls Social Days: Social Days are Wednesday and Sunday with sign on 1:00pm and start at 1:30pm.

TFNQDBA LAWN BOWLS TFNQDBA hosted the annual Northern Challenge at Atherton on Saturday April 2nd.

Starting at 8:30am and concluding at 8:00pm with dinner. A long day but with lots of enthusiasm and banter amid some great shots. North Queensland District (Townsville area) showed their skill by winning all their games with a score of 9 match points and a margin of 45. Our Far North Queensland team did us credit with 6 match points and margin of 49. Followed by Mackay District and then our Atherton Tablelands team. Congratulations to the Atherton Bowls club for their hospitality and meals.

MAREEBA BOWLS CLUB Tuesday Nights: Barefoot social bowls 6:00pm. Come along and try, coaching available, free use of club bowls before you buy your own. Learn the art of lawn bowls on our grass green.

Wednesday afternoons 12:45pm for 1:00pm start, mixed social bowls, club selected surprise games. 2 x 12 ends with afternoon tea and fellowship afterwards.

Thursday March 31st: 4 bowl Jackpot pairs self-selected: Winners: Barry Lynne’s team; R/up: Brian Fitzpatrick’s team.

Best 2nd game Peter Soda’s team. Jackpot remains.

Sunday April 3rd: Club selected triples: Winners: Elio Crema, Lorenzo Cadorin, Roly Hill; R/up: Bob Pitson, Rob Brown, Santina Tiraboschi.

Play under the shade on our carpet green for perfect bowling conditions. Beginners and new players all welcome. For information and nominations ph 4092 5288.

MARLIN COAST BOWLS CLUB Tuesday Afternoon Men’s Triples: Winners: Brad, Brett, Ross; R/up: Clive, Kevin.

Tuesday night bowls: Spider: Rick, Jen, Arlie, Paul, Barry, Sisca.

Wednesday Mixed Bowls: Winners: A Mattsson, L Roberts, K Elliott: R/up: Trevor, J McHenry, Valmai.

Thursday Men’s Triples: Winners: G Midson, D Gibson, B O’Connor; R/up: V Still, G Reynolds, N Robson.

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

Club Championships: Men’s Pairs: Winners: Paul & Les def Brad & Giles 34-20; G Reynolds & N Robson def G Midson & B O’Connor 26-12; R Gillman & J Walford def A Tymms & R Lloyd 18-17; D Gibson & E Blythe def S Vidgen & M Hartin 17-15; D Gibson & E Blythe def G Reynolds & N Robson 28-20; R Gillman & J Walford def Paul

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C & L Idiens 28-19.

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

Tuesday Afternoon Men’s Triples: 1:00pm start, dress optional. Cards called at 12:45pm Tuesday Night Barefoot 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 Prize-a-rama, Gold Rush, 100 Club, Meat Tray Raffles, Draw Starts 6:30pm.

Saturday Jackpot Walking Pairs: 1:00pm start, dress optional. Cards called 12:45pm Sunday happy hour 4:00pm6:00pm.

GORDONVALE BOWLS Wednesday’s at 1:00pm: Ladies Bowls: New players very welcome come along have a cuppa only requirements are flat shoes & a hat. We have Bowls for your use, Club Phone: 4056 1050.

Thursday’s at 1:00pm: Club Selected 3 Bowl Pairs: Names By 12:30pm. Last weeks’ Winners: M Bucklar & J Rilley; R/ Up: A Petersen S Sanderson G Morton. Raffle Winner: R Moody.

WEST CAIRNS MEN’S BOWLS CLUB Friday Scroungers: No play due to a gathering for Jenno at the Club.

Tuesday Comp: Winners: B O’Shea, M Hetherton and S Kavanagh with +23pts; R/up: J Wilcox, T’Mor and N Hall +19pts.

Thirsty Thursday: best players were Joice Alexander, John Murray and John Reid and newcomer Kevin Ganley.

Sunday Morning: Winners: Stan Weston, Stan Williams and Ted Hamilton +21pts; R/up: M Ireland, D Kennedy, J Sach +20pts. Jackpot was not won.

Club Championship: Pairs: Game 1: A Radford and Normie Hall (25pts) def M Hetherton and L Mills (12pts); Game 2: A Paraha and J Johnston (27pts) def John Murray and Bill Berger (21pts).

Next week club championship draw is on Saturday April 9th.

Note: Selectors will now be naming players in the pennants squads so check the board. The first games of interclub pennants will be played on April 23rd at Venues to be decided.

WEST CAIRNS LADIES Wednesday March 30th: Social Bowls: Liz’s team def Lisa’s team.

Wednesday April 6th: Final Club Championship Pairs: Liz, Lisa v Joyce, Tania.

Social bowls: as usual, if you wish a game give Liz a call on 0400 626 765, names in by 10:30am, game starts 11:30am.

Our Easter Raffle will be drawn on Thursday April 14th around 7:00pm. Tickets on sale at bar or from Liz. Ladies list is up for our Club Championship 3’s - if you wish a game, please put your name down. Good bowling to All. WEST CAIRNS TPI MEMORIAL BOWLS CLUB Last Monday thirteen players enjoyed their mixed social bowls at the West Cairns Bowls Club covered green, despite the steamy weather early in the afternoon. At the end of play the winning team was skipped

by Max Harker with support players Bill Huddy and Anne Semken. Our club executive encourages players of all ages regardless of where they live to come and visit us to watch our social game played under friendly conditions on Mondays commencing at 1:30pm and ending at 4:30pm. Cards are called at 1:30pm and concludes at 4:30pm. Afternoon tea is included in the green fee and consists of sandwiches, cakes, and hot drinks. We encourage all players to be present when the cards are called at 1:15pm.

Teams of three are the usual format played but this may change depending on numbers present.

Our selector Rosemary is available on phone 0409 624 623 to record your name until 12:00pm on Monday. A sheet is also available inside the club house outside the bowls storage room.

Plans are in place to have a special lunch available to members on ANZAC Day before the start of play. Members who wish to attend should advise Rosemary accordingly. We look forward to seeing you all at the club.

EDGE HILL MEMORIAL BOWLS CLUB Ladies Social Bowls Thursday March 31st Social Bowls: Winners: Lorraine King, Steve Browning and Karina Homer.

Ladies Mixed Triples was scheduled for Saturday May 2nd but cancelled due to insufficient teams entered.

Two rounds of TFNQDLBA Triples will be continued Monday April 11th. Put names for Social Bowls in by 2:30pm for a 3:00pm start for Thursday April 7th.

Men’s Mixed Social Bowls: Tuesday Night March 29th: Winners were Lou Pomroy and Bruce Moseley; R/up: Neil Worsley and Ian Stafford.

Tuesday Night: Winners were Tony and Janet; R/up: Robert, Kay and Frank.

Wednesday Night March 30th: Winners: Sony, George and Brenton; R/up: Ray and Frank.

Saturday April 2nd Social Bowls: Winners: Ian Stafford and John Parker; R/up: Col Whyte and Bruce Moseley.

Club Events: Check the Notice board for all games to

be played in the A Singles. J Walker def W Hewitt 25-21; Kim Mitchell def I Stafford 25-21; D Curry def T Sidney 28-15.

Nomination for Club Events in Pairs, Triples and Fours have closed so check notice board for final draw information. Social bowls will continue every Tuesday (Day and Night), Wednesday night Triples and Saturday Social May 16th. To play social bowls at Edge Hill this week put your name on the lists available behind the bar or on the club notice board for a game.

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

MOSSMAN MEN’S BOWLS Saturday April 2nd: 30 Bowlers for Jackpot Bowls.

Gerrard Beech, Terry Richards, Nev Tesch d Dave Blain, Jason Pearce, Bill Allison 17-16; David White, Wayne Parkes, Gordon Henderson d Col Widdows, Daryl Hoskins, Tony Brlyack 23-19; Peter Busch, Doug Pitt, Joe Girgenti d John Cochrane, John Fleming, John Arnold 25-16; Charlie Toohey, Brett Hooey, Tony Kessler d George Wilmot, Peter Gorsuch, Steve Renton 27-9; and the winners for the day, Mick Plummer, Ted Holmes, Nev Fletcher d SAS, Bernie Savage, Peter Worley 39-14.

In the Club Championships, only one game played last weekend. In the Handicap Singles, John Cochrane 25 (-10) d Bill Allison 12 (+5). Great bowls by both players. This weekend in the Club Championships, Saturday in the 4s Bernie Wolland, John Fleming, George Wilmot, Peter Fairchild vs John Cochrane, Dave Blain, Ted Holmes, Nev Fletcher. And Sunday, in the Handicap Singles, Dick Pitt (-2) vs Steve Cue (-3); Marker David White.

Jackpot Bowls this Saturday names in by 12:00pm with card call at 12:45pm for a 1:00pm start.

For anyone interested in playing bowls, either for the first time or returning to the game, contact David White on 0407 630 759.

ATHERTON GOLF CLUB Wednesday Sporters March 30th: 34 players for a 2 Ball Irish Stableford.

Winners: Big Rod & Ray 49 pts; R/up: Bulla & Flory 40 pts; 3rd: Riggsy & Grumbles 39 pts on countback from 3 other teams. NTPs 9 B Denmark; 11 K Shaw; 18 Johno. Least putts Brownie 16.

Wednesday 30/3/22 s/ford, sponsored by the Carrington Hotel was won by Mel Pensini with 38 pts r/up going to Dave Morrison with 37 nett. Pin shots went to 9 Dave Morrison and 11 Mel Pensini.

Thursday March 31st: we played a 4BBB stableford, the 1st one of 6 sponsored by Annette Seawright and Janette Hancock. Winners: Cheryl Piccone and Gail Gard with 45 pts, on a c/back; R/up: Kerry

Williamson and Mel Pensini.

Pin shots went to 3 Patsy McMahon, 9 Elizabeth Stoward, 11 Kerry Williamson HOLE IN ONE!!, and 18 2nd shot Robin Beck.

Next Thursday is a stableford sponsored Gail Gard.

Friday April 1st: 8 Hole Chook run: Winner on 20 pts Patsy McMahon $25; R/up: Robert Close 18 pts, $15; 3rd: Daz Morey 17 pts on countback, Chook.

Saturday April 2nd: Many thanks to Liz and Brian Brown for your Sponsorship.

Men’s Medal Winner with a great 65 nett was Peter Clarke.

A-grade winner: Paul Posselt 67 nett, on countback; R/up: Jenko.

B-grade winner: Roger Twine 69 nett; R/up: Brad Snow 70 nett.

C-grade winner: Dean Pollock 67 nett; R/up: Ross Milevskiy 68 nett.

NTPs 3 D Ardley, 9 I Toward; 11 J Jierasak, 18 K Duck.

Ladies Winner: Robin Beck with 69 nett; R/up: Dawn Faulkner with 71 nett. Pin shots went to 3 Cheryl Piccone, 9 Ann Moss, 11 Elizabeth Stoward and 18 2nd shot Ann Moss.

Next Saturday the ladies are playing the 2nd round of the 4BBB draw, please have your names down by Friday so the draw can be done and for you to be notified.

Sunday April 3rd Medley Stableford: Winner: Emily McEwan 41pts; R/up: Abby McEwan 40pts on a countback to Mitchell Toward, Brian Brown and Neil Stubbin. Great scores!

BROTHERS EDMONTON Ladies Section: Championship Singles: Ann Windsor d Terry McAlary; Glennis Buttigieg d Daphne Begg; Judy Rick d Susane Rowe.

Championship Singles Semi Finals to be played on or before Thursday April 14th: G Buttigieg Vs A Windsor, Marker J Rick (being played on Wednesday April 13th commencing at 8:30am). Winner of Populin/Evans Vs J Rick, Marker tba will be played on Thursday April 14th. Winner McAlary/Windsor Vs Winner Buttigieg/Begg, Marker tba.

Good numbers continue to be enjoying the social games each Thursday despite the return of the heat so please keep yourselves hydrated and cool.

Social bowls on Thursday names in by 12:00pm paid by 12:30pm and play to commence at 1:00pm.

Thank you to all who have advised their away dates.

Completion of District Championship Triples which was postponed because of the heat is to be played at Edge Hill Monday April 11th commencing at 9:00am.

Reminder that nominations have been called for the District Singles to be played in Silkwood commencing Tuesday April 19th. Orders for the new

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SPORT uniform shirts will continue to be taken until Thursday April 14th.

Men’s Section: Wednesday March 30th: Winners: Mick Catalano, Michael O’Halloran, Rick Pamphilon; R/up: Joe Jackson, Rick Schmidt, Rob Morris.

Saturday April 2nd: Winners: David Cairns, Kay Paki, Denis Jacoora; R/up: Bill Power, Edna Atkinson, Kathy O’Halloran.

Coming events: Saturday April 9th: Mixed Mufti 3 Bowl Triples, Club select Skips pick a card, Cash prizes plus Jackpot. Visitors welcome. Nominations close 11:30am on day for play at 12:30pm, phone office on 4055 5344 and leave a message.

Wednesday April 13th: Men’s Self Select 3 Bowl triples: cash prizes plus Jackpot, visitors welcome. Nominations close 11:30am for play at 12:30pm contact Denis Jacoora on 0457 275 311.

Nominations are now open

for 2022 Club Championship A & B Grade Singles, Pairs, Triples, Fours, Mixed Pairs and will close on Friday April 8th. Nomination sheet in office.

The club’s new uniform is on display (shirt, shorts/long pants) orders will be taken until April 14th and must be paid up-front for delivery in approx 5/6 weeks.

QLD SCHOOL SPORTS SQUASH Thurs 26th May to Sun 29th May 2022.

This year the annual QLD School Sports event will be held in Cairns at the Sportsworld Complex, where our local “Peninsula” team will be facing off against the best juniors from Northern Region,

Central Region, Southern Region, and Brisbane Region.

Every year each region sends a team of 16 of their best players to attend the competition. This is a great opportunity for students to represent our region (Peninsula) without the cost and inconvenience of travelling to an event.

QLD Junior Championships Individuals and Teams Event - Gold Coast June 27 - July 3, 2022 This year our juniors will be heading to the Gold Coast for the Queensland Junior Championships (QJC). Many of our Cairns Juniors will be competing to retain their state titles earnt last year, and some will be competing hard to win their first state title.

The Northern Region “Redbacks” team will be competing to retain their championship trophy won last year when the event was held in Cairns. Expect positions in the Redbacks team to be hotly contested.

NEW HOCKEY QUEENSLAND Indigenous Uniform launched at U18 Australian Championships

U18 Womens Gold Captain Sophie Edwards

U18 Men Maroon Captain Ryan Wilcox

U18 Men Gold Captains Jack Hawthorne Connor Ring

U18 Women Maroon Captain Georgina West

HOCKEY Queensland was proud to officially unveil the brand new playing strip designed by Indigenous artist Charli Bliss yesterday.

The design features artwork - “Connecting Communities” - prominently across the shoulders on the playing shirts and singlets.

As the first contingent to wear the uniform, the U18 Queensland Teams were presented with their playing strip at yesterday’s Maroon Mingle ahead of the U18 Australian Championships that started this week in Cairns.

In the Artist’s Words – Connecting communities is encouraging the participation of playing hockey through the state of Queensland and being inclusive of all member associations and together we celebrate their success stories.

CHALLENGING how far the human body can go

By Rhys Thomas DRIVEN to see how far the human body can go, one Tablelands local has challenged himself to scale the seven highest peaks in the world with a 20kg weight vest, using Mt Baldy as his “playground”.

30-year-old Sean Dromey initially arrived in Australia from Ireland in 2015, travelling across the country working as a chef before falling in love with the beautiful landscape of the Atherton Tablelands.

“I just fell in love with the landscape, I’m trying to take up landscape photography as an actual hobby which I have been incorporating into my hiking,” Sean said.

“I have my own dreams and as-pirations of doing the world’s seven highest peaks, so I started training and adding weights.

“The local fauna and flora, the sound of the twigs breaking from underneath your feet, the birds chirping, you can hear the water flowing, you don’t even concentrate on your breathing – you’re just concentrating on nature and that in of itself has a soul cleansing effect.”

On top of the weight vest, Sean also travels with a usual hiking pack which can be upwards of 20kg.

“I’m normally hiking with about half my body weight on top of me,” he said.

A breakdown of his marriage two years ago was the catalyst that pushed Sean to run and get fit, instead of turning to alcohol like others may do.

Sean was so determined, he would run up a mountain every day and scale Walsh’s Pyramid three times a week just last year.

With his house just a short five-minute walk from the Mt Baldy car park, Sean has been using the mountain as his “playground”, as he dons his 20kg weight vest and makes his way

up to the top of the mountain.

The journey doesn’t stop there however, upon reaching the top Sean does push-ups, handstands and free-standing yoga before running back down.

To date, Sean’s fastest time on Mt Baldy without weights is 16 minutes 30 seconds and with 40kg of weight, 26 minutes, a far cry from one of his first ever hiking times on the Walsh’s Pyramid of 1 hour and 30 minutes. His goal then was to get his time under an hour and after succeeding in that, he kept pushing the time shorter and shorter, eventually aiming to get his time under 50 minutes.

“If I’m getting it done in under 50 minutes, I’m kind of entering that zone where you’re leaving what is normal and entering what is considered almost professional,” Sean said.

“I got to 50 minutes and I could not believe that I went from an hour 30, which was considered good, to 50 minutes.

“I said ‘ok, what if I can do

better than this’ and basically someone said if you add weights and resistance to your running regime, when you take the weights off, you run faster.”

Sean is currently using Mt Bartle Frere as a reference to see if he is ready to tackle Mt Kilimanjaro next year.

“Kilimanjaro will be next on the list, in this year I’m planning to get up Mt Bartle Frere in a certain time frame with 40kgs attached to me,” he said.

“If I can get this done, in this year, in that time frame then Kilimanjaro is the next obstacle.

“Consistency is the key to success.”Currently with weights on, Sean is scaling Mt Bartle Frere with a time of four hours and 30 minutes while without weights, he can do it in just two hours and 40 minutes.

After climbing Mt Bartle Frere in his set time, Sean is aiming for further heights beyond Australia and into the Himalayas, with Mt Everest at the top of his hit list.

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PHIL MINNIECON CRICKET FESTIVAL:

A celebration of Indigenous children in sports

Year 5 students at St Therese’s School (L-R) Jonah Ja, Aiyanna Cashmere, Makaiyahs Uiduldam, Hayne Daodeish and Alanai Guivarra

Cairns West State School students (L-R) Neziah Kynuna, Yarrin Bosen, Thompson Gibson, Xzavier Pep and Dieu Veut Ishiwme

By Isabella Guzman Gonzalez ON Friday, April 1 and Saturday, April 2, Cairns saw the celebration of the Deadly Choices Phil Minniecon Cricket Festival at the Walker Road Sports Precinct, a sports event for young Indigenous athletes and an introduction to cricket for children in a healthy and friendly environment.

The Carnival, coordinated by Mulgrave Cricket Club and Deadly Choices, returned after a long hiatus because of COVID-19 to introduce the FNQ community into the world of cricket.

This year the event was held over two days; Friday was for the Juniors, which saw kids from schools around FNQ come together to learn the basics of cricket; Saturday was the Community Carnival for all ages and counted with a talent scout on the field.

Program Officer for Deadly Choices and

Coordinator of the 2022 Phil Minniecon Cricket Festival, Chloe Ah Kee, said the event not only introduced the sport to children and youths but offered a space of fair game and bonding.

“This Carnival is a memorial carnival for FNQ’s cricket legend Phil ‘Tracker’ Minniecon,” Ms Ah Kee said.

“It’s about bringing everyone together and playing some cricket. It’s not about who’s going to win, who’s the best; it’s about getting everybody involved.

“The kids are very excited, they’re very competitive, and it’s fun because we’ve mixed some of the school teams together, so they’re getting to know each other.”

The Juniors Carnival saw teams from Cairns West State School, St Therese’s School, White Rock State School, Mareeba State School, St

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Gerard Majella, Innisfail State School and more learning the basics of cricket, playing games and having a tasty lunch.

St Therese’s School year 5 student Makaiyahs Uiduldam said that he was excited to participate in the Cricket Festival.

“I’m here because I’m Indigenous, and I’m going to play Indigenous cricket,” Makaiyahs said.

“It’s fun, and I’m most excited about bowling today.”

Year 5 pupil from St Therese’s Alanai Guivarra said that although she did not know much about cricket, it was fun to play with friends.

“We’re here celebrating our culture, and it’s very exciting,” Alanai said.

“I can’t really play well, but I just go with it.

“It’s just nice giving it a try and playing a team sport.”

On Saturday, the Community Carnival counted with the participation of eight teams coming from regional areas like Mareeba and Yarrabah, Mount Garnet, and even Hope Vale.

This was the opportunity for families and communities to engage in friendly competition in an all ages and all genders game, free lunch and t-shirt and a fun afternoon of sports and community.

Ms Ah Kee said that holding events like the Phil Minniecon Cricket Festival was an opportunity for kids to take a break from their routine and bond through sports.

“Although it’s a school day because it’s the end of the term, it makes it easier for the kids to come down and play,” she said.

“I enjoy seeing how excited they get even when it feels like it’s 70 degrees; they’re still so keen and so happy to play.”

Queensland Premier League The Season Launch - 2022 THE inaugural Football Queensland Premier League (FQPL) Far North & Gulf Men’s competition kicks off this weekend, with eight teams across the region vying for the top spot.

The newly structured FQPL Far North & Gulf competition replaces the previous FNQ Premier League, in which Edge Hill United won both the Premiership and Grand Final titles in 2021.

Established in 2022 as part of the Future of Football 2020+ reforms, the new competition sits within the Northern Conference and features clubs across Cairns, Innisfail and Mareeba.

For 2022, the FQPL Far North & Gulf Men’s league includes Edge Hill United, Innisfail United, Leichhardt FC, Mareeba United, Marlin Coast Rangers, Southside Comets, Stratford Dolphins, and the new addition of Redlynch Strikers.

In the 2021 edition of the FNQ Premier League, Edge Hill United was the team to beat as they recorded 16 wins and just one loss. Finishing the season as Premiers and Grand Final winners, Edge Hill’s Crios O’Hare snagged the top spot in the Golden Boot race, with 37 goals to his name across 17 matches.

Jesse Casson and Joshua Taylor also contributed to the team’s attacking strengths with both recording 12 goals in 18 matches.

O’Hare has come back for

another season as player-coach to lead the line for the Tigers in a relatively unchanged squad moving into the 2022 campaign.

Edge Hill has also demonstrated their attacking prowess throughout the Australia Cup as they triumphed over Stratford Dolphins in a 3-0 preliminary round win. Considering the team’s performance so far, it will be intriguing to see whether they can continue their winning form throughout the FQPL season.

Mareeba United has also showcased their strong form throughout the Australia Cup as the team recorded wins against Leichhardt FC and Innisfail United. They now look toward the Australia Cup Far North & Gulf decider against Edge Hill United next Thursday, April 14.

Bulls’ talisman Wayne Srhoj has re-signed for another campaign and will look to help mould the next generation of players coming through.

Another Far North & Gulf side that has displayed its talent during the Cup competition is Stratford Dolphins who progressed through to Round 4. Despite losing their Round 4 match against Edge Hill, the team will look to make an impact in the upcoming FQPL season.

Leichhardt FC will also be a key contender this season as the team continues to build upon their strength in the attacking

third. Following their secondplace finish last season, the team has started with a bang this year in the FQ Far North League Cup. Leading Group B in the cup with two wins so far, the team’s attack can rely on Alex Russell, Declan Mcalister and new signing Dylan Gawronski, who all found themselves in the top ten leading goalscorers last season. The biggest ace up the Lions’ sleeve though may be the signing of former NPL player Jamie Gosling.

Marlin Coast Rangers meanwhile has also shown strong form during the League Cup and currently sit in second place in Group B, with their next matchup against Leichhardt set to take place at the end of May. New coaching staff Alistar Pavey and Jeffery Lassache have worked hard over the off-season to put together a new squad made up of Rangers juniors and seniors who all want to play for the name on the front of the shirt.

The first round of the FQPL Far North & Gulf Men’s kicks off this Saturday with Mareeba United taking on Leichhardt FC, Stratford Dolphins versing Southside Comets while Marlin Coast Rangers will play Innisfail United. On Sunday, Edge Hill United will go head-to-head with the new boys on the block, the Redlynch Strikers.

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