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CAIRNS 7 DAY WEATHER FORECAST AND TIDE TIMES SATURDAY
MIN:26 MAX:32 CAIRNS TIDE TIMES LOW: 6.50 LOW: 18.23 HIGH: 12.33 HIGH: n/a
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MONDAY
MIN:25 MAX:32 CAIRNS TIDE TIMES LOW: 0.41 LOW: 13.24 HIGH: 7.39 HIGH: 19.11
MIN:24 MAX:31 CAIRNS TIDE TIMES LOW: 1.23 LOW: 14.12 HIGH: 8.24 HIGH: 19.56
TUESDAY
MIN:25 MAX:31 CAIRNS TIDE TIMES LOW: 2.04 LOW: 14.57 HIGH: 9.06 HIGH: 20.38
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THURSDAY
MIN:25 MAX:31 CAIRNS TIDE TIMES LOW: 2.46 LOW: 15.41 HIGH: 9.45 HIGH: 21.19
MIN:26 MAX:31 CAIRNS TIDE TIMES LOW: 3.26 LOW: 16.25 HIGH: 10.25 HIGH: 22.01
FRIDAY
MIN:26 MAX:31 CAIRNS TIDE TIMES LOW: 4.10 LOW: 17.11 HIGH: 11.03 HIGH: 20.44
INNISFAIL 7 DAY WEATHER FORECAST AND TIDE TIMES MIN:24 MAX:31 INNISFAIL TIDE TIMES LOW: 0.52 LOW: 13.36 HIGH: 7.03 HIGH: 18.40
MIN:24 MAX:31 INNISFAIL TIDE TIMES LOW: 1.32 LOW: 14.28 HIGH: 7.49 HIGH: 21.26
MIN:23 MAX:30 INNISFAIL TIDE TIMES LOW: 2.12 LOW: 15.16 HIGH: 8.33 HIGH: 20.11
MIN:24 MAX:30 INNISFAIL TIDE TIMES LOW: 2.52 LOW: 16.00 HIGH: 9.16 HIGH: 20.55
MIN:24 MAX:30 INNISFAIL TIDE TIMES LOW: 3.32 LOW: 16.43 HIGH: 9.57 HIGH: 21.37
MIN:25 MAX:30 INNISFAIL TIDE TIMES LOW: 4.11 LOW: 17.25 HIGH: 10.38 HIGH: 10.16
MIN:25 MAX:30 INNISFAIL TIDE TIMES LOW: 4.52 LOW: 18.10 HIGH: 11.17 HIGH: 23.00
PORT DOUGLAS 7 DAY WEATHER FORECAST AND TIDE TIMES MIN:25 MAX:31
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MIN:24 MAX:30
MIN:24 MAX:30
MIN:24 MAX:30
MIN:24 MAX:30
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PORT DOUGLAS TIDE TIMES LOW: 0.02 LOW: 13.33 HIGH: 6.44 HIGH: 19.10
PORT DOUGLAS TIDE TIMES LOW: 1.25 LOW: 14.20 HIGH: 8.11 HIGH: 19.54
PORT DOUGLAS TIDE TIMES LOW: 1.25 LOW: 14.20 HIGH: 8.11 HIGH: 19.54
PORT DOUGLAS TIDE TIMES LOW: 2.06 LOW: 15.05 HIGH: 8.53 HIGH: 21.36
PORT DOUGLAS TIDE TIMES LOW: 2.47 HIGH: 15.47 HIGH: 9.33 LOW: 21.18
PORT DOUGLAS TIDE TIMES LOW: 3.28 LOW: 16.30 HIGH: 10.13 HIGH: 21.59
PORT DOUGLAS TIDE TIMES LOW: 4.08 LOW: 17.14 HIGH: 10.54 HIGH: 10.41
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Wild Weather Rescues
Innisfail Police Officer Belindar Querruell attempting to calm and rescue a frightened dog PHOTOS: Kerry Freeman
PETER MCCULLAGH EX-TROPICAL Cyclone Imogen moved south of Cairns, but not before buffeting the region with some strong winds and torrential rain and spectacular storms. Damage across the region has been limited to flooding, some trees uprooted and minor damage to structures. Spare a thought for the some of the unsung heroes who deal with some of the effects of our weather in a manner showing compassion and a dedication to community and wildlife. A reader in Innisfail, Kerry Freeman witnessed a remarkable act of compassion and care after Wednesday’s electrical storm over the Cassowary Coast. On her way to a local shop Kerry had a front row seat to local police officer, Belindar Querruell attempting to calm and rescue a frightened dog.
The dog had been startled and fled it’s home during the electrical storm and was at risk running free on the road. The police officer coaxed the startled animal with a mixture of calming reassuring tones and a good supply of doggy treats. Apparently it is almost standard practice for many local officers to carry doggy treats and leads as they are regularly there to rescue our furry friends who are startled in storms and celebrations. A massive shout out to this serving officer, and I’m sure the owners of the dog are truly appreciative of your efforts. Meanwhile in Cairns, the volunteers from FNQ Wildlife Rescue were kept busy with wildlife rescues resulting from the high winds recently. Jamie Olive a volunteer with FNQ Wildlife Rescue was called upon to rescue two small honeyeater fledg-
lings displaced from their nest in the trees opposite the Cairns Hospital. Concerned hospital staff discovered the fledglings cowering under a seat on the esplanade and called upon the volunteers to rescue the birds. “We’ve been busy with rescues after the wild weather yesterday and last night. “If you discover birds that are obviously displaced from their nest with wild weather, call FNQ Wildlife Rescue. We operate 24 hours a day, “ said Jamie. One honeyeater fledgling was returned to its two very concerned parents. The second had an injured leg and was taken to a local vet for treatment. The esplanade rescue was closely supervised by an owl that kept a healthy and wise distance as it oversaw the rescue mission.
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Wet season brings Council urges residents to conserve water joy for Cairns
We season causes havoc with Cassowary Coast Water
CAIRNS Regional Council advises that water restrictions have been lifted. More than 200mm of rain fell over Copperlode Falls Dam on Monday, bringing the dam to 83 per cent capacity, above the trigger for Level 1 Restrictions. Residents are reminded that permanent water conservation measures remain in place year-round, using an “odds and evens” system as follows: Odd-numbered houses
permitted to use sprinklers on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday between the hours of 5am - 9am and 5pm - 9pm. Even-numbered houses permitted to use sprinklers on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday between the hours of 5am - 9am and 5pm - 9pm. No sprinkler use permitted on Monday. Hand-held hoses with a trigger nozzle, watering cans and buckets can be used at any time.
A spokesperson for the Cassowary Coast Regional Council said the current heavy rainfall associated with Ex-Tropical Cyclone Imogen is creating water supply issues across the Cassowary Coast water supply systems and residents are requested to minimise their water usage until the current weather event has improved. “The new Bulgun Reservoir commissioned in late 2020 has already assisted Council in avoiding multiple
boiled water events in the Tully supply system, however current high water consumption is placing that at risk. “Heavy rainfall has increased the turbidity (“dirtiness”) of the water at our Tully intakes and they have been closed. The intakes for Cardwell and Nyleta are also closed. Council is now relying on water storages in our reservoirs to supply clean water. “If the creek systems run dirty for an extended period
there is a risk that our storages will be depleted before our intake creeks run clean again. This would force the implementation of widespread boil water alerts. “The Innisfail water treatment plant is also being challenged by this weather event and our request to conserve water applies to all properties within the region,” they said. Council asks residents to conserve water so we will have enough clean water storage in our reservoirs to get us through this period of
heavy rainfall. Residents can reduce their water usage by turning off sprinklers that are set on a timer, reduce the length of time spent in the shower, turning off the tap while you brush your teeth or shave, wait until your dishwasher or washing machine is fully loaded before turning it on and choose shorter, economy wash cycles. Further advice will be issued if boil water alerts are implemented.
THE Member for Cook, Cynthia Lui encourages anyone who has been in Victoria on or since Monday December 21, 2020, to get tested immediately and quarantine at home or their accommodation until receiving a negative COVID-19 test result. “Several community members and recent travellers have raised concerns with my office regarding the availability of testing in Mossman and Port Douglas,” Ms Lui said. “The CHHHS advised that the COVID-19 testing clinic located near Mossman Hospital can be accessed by phoning 0459 803 382. They ask that you leave one message with your name and number and the clinic will return your call as soon as possible. If you are unable to leave a message because the mailbox is full, please call
again after 30 minutes. If you are still unable to get through to the Mossman clinic, please consider contacting fever clinics located at Mareeba, Atherton and Cairns. In addition, a private QML COVID-19 testing clinic at Trinity Beach can be accessed by phoning 0423 553 251. No GP referral needed. There are also Sullivan Nicolaides COVID-19 testing at the following locations. No appointment necessary. No GP referral needed: - Kewarra Beach, 2 Cottesloe Drive, 0700-1200 Weekdays - Smithfield, Shop 22 Campus Village, 0730-1630 Weekdays, Sat 0800-1100 - Trinity Beach, 5-9 Rabaul St, 0700-1200 Weekdays For all testing locations see www.qld.gov.au/health/ conditions/health-alerts/coro-
navirus-covid-19/stay-informed/testing-and-fever-clinics. The CHHHS also request that residents please do not contact Cow Bay Primary Health Clinic unless they are a local resident or currently staying in the Daintree Coastal area (catchment across from the Daintree Ferry). “Over the past few days many of our COVID-19 testing clinics across Queensland experienced a significant surge in presentations. We thank everyone who came forward to be tested.” “I also want to send a heartfelt thank you to all of our medical staff who are doing a wonderful job keeping our communities safe in these challenging times,” Ms Lui said.
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NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING NOTICE IS GIVEN that an Annual General Meeting of Members of Cairns Allstars Basketball Club Incorporated will be held at the Cairns Basketball Courts, Aumuller Street, Cairns at 5.30pm on Wednesday, 27 January, 2021. BUSINESS President’s Report Treasurer’s Report Election of Officebearers DATED this 6th day of January, 2021. BY DIRECTION OF THE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE KEARLEY DENT SECRETARY
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i’ara fulfilled the radio star FR0M PAGE 1
POPULAR Cairns radio personality, mum blogger, and former ‘House Rules’ reality TV star, Maddi Wright, has found a new calling – assisting local people with disability to live a better quality of life. With more than 82,000 Facebook followers, Maddi is best known for 15 years as a breakfast announcer for radio stations in Brisbane, Townsville and finally Cairns where she settled five years ago with her husband Lloyd and two children. However, what many people don’t know is that alongside working in radio, Maddi became passionate about helping people in her community by volunteering and working for organisations such as the Cerebral Palsy League, the Endeavour Foundation, and the Support Coordination Academy. Last year she decided to hang up the radio mic and focus on her career in the disability sector. Maddi founded i’ara Support Coordination, an NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) registered provider assisting people with disability in North Queensland with their NDIS plans. “We assist people to get appropriate accessible housing, to find employment, to build independent living skills, to get through some really tough crisis periods in their lives, and we genuinely assist people to a point where they’re living a better and more supported life’’ Maddi said. i’ara Support Coordination has ten Support Coordinators servicing Mackay all the way up to Cairns, and in its first year has already helped hundreds of
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clients to put supports in place through their NDIS plans. “Recently, we were able to assist Nikki, a Cairns local living with Multiple Sclerosis, to get her child into Cairns Special School. This was a great outcome for the family, who had previously been unsuccessful in past applications to the school’’ said Maddi. Nikki said i’ara’s support had been life-changing for her son. “Maddie and her incredibly caring and understanding team are truly amazing. They were the support we needed not only for the school application but also to navigate the endless amounts of paperwork, options and wait lists for accessing therapy,” said Nikki. Another success story was Taine, a young Cairns man living with Down Syndrome. “A big part of our team’s work is focused on assisting parents and carers to get respite and relief from their constant caring roles,” said Maddi. “Our team worked closely with Taine and his mum, Mel, to put in daily supports and work towards employment goals. Mel has been a full-time carer since Taine was born and it’s the first time that she has actually had some respite.” Maddi said there were many support services in the region, but i’ara Support Coordination had been an instant success due to their focus on customer service. “We’ve hired a really dedicated, caring team and I’m so proud of them. They work really hard, they genuinely care about their clients and they are invested in doing as much as they can to help get the best results for them,” she said. For more information visit www.iarasupport.com.au
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The Cairns Art Society 73rd Annual Art Exhibition is set to dazzle
Exhibition to reveal region’s top artists
TANYA MURPHY
THE Cairns Art Society’s 73rd Annual Art Exhibition is set to dazzle with 45 more entrants than last year. This is the premier art competition for Far North Queensland, and with this year’s entrants hailing from as far north as Cooktown and all the way down to Mission Beach, it is a tour de force of the region’s best artists. With some artists placing two entries, there were 145 individual works received, from which the pre-judging panel chose 50 entries to be placed into the Cairns Art Gallery for final judging. The final awards presentation to decide the top artworks of the year will take place at the Cairns Art Gallery on Friday, January 15 at 6pm, after which the works will be exhibited at
the Cairns Art Gallery until January 30. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, bookings are essential for the opening night, and with a limit of 100 people, early booking is advised. This year’s judge is internationally celebrated artist Dr Sylvia Ditchburn who will
be traveling from Townsville cerned about a variety of to decide on the winners of things connected to health issues so most went into home eight categories. lockdown. But ultimately this Janice O’Neill, who coorgave them plenty of time to dinates the Art Society’s pubcreate lots of great works lic gallery at DFO, said 2020 which flooded into the gallery had been a worrying year for when it re-opened,” she said. the society’s artists who were The Cairns Art Society is predominately older people. a not-for-profit association “Members
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North Queensland’s oldest and largest community art organisation. It supports its large membership and the region’s artists with exhibitions, classes and competitions. As well as the gallery at DFO shopping centre, it operates the “Artists@Work” Studio and Gallery on Sher-
idan Street opposite Rusty’s Markets. The art exhibition and awards are made possible by a number of sponsors including Warren Entsch, Tropical Art Framers, Cairns Create It, Australian Art Framers, Hi Scan, Ink Masters, Marion Ireland and Sherry Jones.
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Entries are up on last year - stunning collection from FNQ artists
(Facing Page) Kuranda digital artist Buck Richardson with his piece “Lion Fish” at last year’s exhibition. (Left) Last year Sarah Langtree won the Mayoral Award for Best in Show with her painting “Sea Turtle.” (Above) Last year, Cairns wildlife artist Pete Marshall won the “Best Australian Native Flora and Fauna” award for his painting “Silent Watcher of the Mangroves.”
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Dance Monkey singer heading to Cairns
Reflecting the community’s voice ONE of the key pillars supporting our newspaper is the strong belief we should reflect the voices of the community. It’s fair to say that no one voice speaks for the masses, so we believe it’s essential to have diversity of voice and opinion within the pages of the Cairns Local News. As editor I am cognisant that my voice and opinion cannot represent the full community of readers. To ensure we always remain relevant and reflective of our community we will turn this editorial column over to our readers on a regular basis. This will be your opportunity to present a range of opinions and voices, a chance to ‘soap-box’ if necessary and raise issues of importance to our readers. Obviously this cannot be a free-for-all with unfettered licence. Submissions will need to ensure they are factual, that they conform to the publishing standards of the Press Council. Submissions cannot vilify or defame. The ideal length is 250 to 300 words and submitting an article does not guarantee publication. Cairns Local News reserves the right to edit the submission for the purpose of accuracy and presentation. Submissions need to be emailed as a word document, not pdf format to Editor@CairnsLocalNews.com.au with Editorial Submission in the subject field. Please include with the submission your full name, contact details and address. Submission will need to be verified prior to publication. All submissions need to be original and exclusive to Cairns Local News, and please include a one-sentence author ID at the bottom of your submission. Please do not assume all readers will know who you are and what your interest is in the opinion piece you have submitted. What can you submit? Your opinion piece could be a personal or explanatory essay, commentary on news events, reflections on cultural trends and more are all welcome. We’re interested in anything well-written with a fact-based viewpoint we believe readers will find worthwhile. Peter McCullagh Editor.
CAIRNS Regional Council has added a fourth Australian artist to it’s Cairns Summer Sounds series. Tones and I, real name Toni Watson, joins John Butler, Bernard Fanning and Amy Shark as part of an all-star Australian line up to perform at the Cairns Performing Arts Centre (CPAC) in February. Based in Melbourne, Tones and I’s breakout single Dance Monkey (released in May 2019) has shattered Australian music records. In November 2019, Dance Monkey became the longest-running number one song on the ARIA Singles Chart, and it recently clocked-up over two billion streams.
Cairns Mayor Bob Manning was delighted to announce a fourth stellar performer for the series and was sure demand for tickets would be high. “Ticket sales for Cairns Summer Series has been strong and considering the national popularity of Tones and I, I would encourage residents to get in early to secure their seat,” Cr Manning said. “Cairns Summer Sounds enhances our cultural repertoire and having four Australian talents with international recognition on board this year, launches this series firmly on the front foot.” Tourism Minister Stirling Hinchliffe said Cairns Sum-
mer Sounds would support local jobs and the city’s COVID-19 economic recovery by enticing people to visit the Far North for the shows. “This live music experience is exactly what the Palaszczuk Government had in mind when we launched the North Queensland Events Recovery package,” he said. “It benefits the Cairns economy from accommodation providers, cafes and restaurants to tour businesses. “It’s hard to go past Cairns this February as Queensland’s premier cultural and live music holiday destination.” Cairns Summer Sounds, a string of shows presented by Cairns Regional Council and
Tourism and Events Queensland (TEQ), kicks off with legendary independent artist John Butler, with two performances on 4 and 5 February. Tones and I will take to the CPAC stage for two shows, on 13 and 14 February. Bernard Fanning, who is best known as the front man for Australian rockers Powderfinger, before he kicked off a successful solo career, plays 20 and 21 February Finally, Cairns will then be treated to Australian pop singer-songwriter Amy Shark, ahead of her national tour with Cairns shows on 26 and 27 February. Tickets are available for all shows via Ticketlink: www. ticketlink.com.au
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A TROPICAL sizzle will help celebrate our local community with a free barbecue breakfast on Australia Day this month. Douglas Shire Council will host a COVID-safe Australia Day Awards and Citizenship Ceremony at the Port Douglas Community Hall on Tuesday 26 January. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, both events will be restricted to award winners, new citizens and their families and friends. Port Douglas Neighbourhood Centre will cook the free barbecue breakfast from
7.30am. Douglas Shire Mayor Michael Kerr said the free breakfast was a chance for the general public to grab a coffee and breakfast while saying hi to our local champions. “Although we will have restricted ceremonies due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we still have a fantastic opportunity to come together as a community to celebrate our local champions and welcome our new Aussies,” he said. “Those vying for Australia Day Awards are truly amaz-
ing people who deserve to be recognised for their service to the community.” Mayor Kerr will officially welcome 28 new citizens from New Zealand, France, Thailand, Germany, Italy, India, Sweden, Finland, Russia, Hungary and the United Kingdom. This is a COVID-19 Safe Event. Key Times • 7:30am Free BBQ Breakfast • 9:30am Citizenship Ceremony • 11 am Australia Day Awards
debris or drown if they become trapped. “What starts off as some hijinks can be fatal.” Once spotted on the flood cameras about 4pm yesterday, two groups of about a dozen children and young adults were moved on by Council officers. While heavy rain associated with ex-Tropical Cyclone Imogen is tracking south of the region, there is still the chance of isolated storm activity for the rest of the week. Council crews are current-
ly clearing fallen or damaged trees and inspecting drains and roads. Cr James said that while there hasn’t been any major road damage, potholes will continue to appear over coming days, and residents should drive with care. Residents can quickly report damage to infrastructure via the Report a Problem feature of the My Cairns app, or by ringing Customer Service on 1300 69 22 47.
Narrow miss for kids playing in flood water Residents are reminded of the risk of entering flood waters after flood camera footage from the McKinnon Creek Detention Basin in Edmonton showed young children just centimetres away from being swept into a large culvert. Chair of the Local Disaster Management Group Terry James said the children would have been seriously injured, if not killed, if they had lost their footing. “The photos are quite alarming, actually,” Cr James
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A regular skin check will save lives PETER MCCULLAGH
FORGET the attention seeking headline, ‘Skin Cancer Capital of the world’. Doctor Edward Guirguis, from Skin Cancer Clinic Flecker House, would rather focus on a few critical points and educate his patients why they should be having a regular skin and mole check. The figures are rather stark for us here in the North. Melanomas are the second most commonly detect cancer annually in men and third for women. If detected early and treated appropriately you can expect a better than average 5 years survival rate, better than almost all other cancers. This does not diminish the severity of such a cancer. Because a melanoma is skin based and visible to the eye and able to be touched, detection happens earlier along with treatment resulting in a better than average survival rate. “Skin cancer and melanoma can affect anyone. If you see a change in a mole or a lesion that does not heal within a two week period, have it checked. “Dark skin or having a tan will not protect you from
being burnt or developing a melanoma. Bob Marley the reggae singer died from melanoma,’ said Dr Guirguis. The figures can be frightening. The Cancer Council of Queensland reports an average of over 3600 people are diagnosed each year with a melanoma. If you have more than 50 moles on your skin
you have 7 times the risk of developing a melanoma than someone with less than 50 moles. In Far North Queensland the average age for diagnosis of a melanoma in men is 65 years with a 93% five-year relative survival rate, however for women the outlook is more positive.
Women are diagnosed earlier, average age 60, but they have a 99% five-year survival outlook. The key is to be checked early, the earlier a potential melanoma is detected the better the survival rate. Dr Edward Guirguis opened his practice in Cairns, Skin Cancer Clinic Flecker
House, in late October 2020 after previously practicing and consulting in Port Douglas as well as Cairns. The Clinic offers a comprehensive range of consultations and services including skin cancer checks as well as surgery and post-surgical care. No GP referral is required,
Dr Guirguis urges residents take the risk of skin cancer seriously. “If you have a mole or lesion that is causing a concern, you can book in for a spot check. You will be seen and the mole checked as a matter of priority.”
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7 tips to help you protect your skin during summer SUMMER is the time for outdoor adventures, but with the UV levels hitting extreme, it’s important to take steps to ensure the only person sporting a red coat this festive season, is Santa! Queensland is the skin cancer capital of the world and sun protection is critical in preventing skin damage. So, don’t risk your health from a careless moment in the sun. Remember these seven sun protection tips from Cancer Council Queensland CEO Chris McMillan and act to reduce your risk of skin cancer. First, look at the UV levels. It’s important to remember that its exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, not the temperature, that is linked to skin damage; that’s why you can get sunburnt on overcast or cool days. Track the daily UV levels where you live by using the SunSmart app (free via app stores or online via cancer. org.au/SunSmartApp) and ensure you are using multiple methods of sun protection when the level is three or above. Two, seek shade. Built, natural and portable shade are all recommended for sun protection. Some of the sun’s UV can still reach a person in the shade via reflection off surrounding surfaces and that’s why Cancer Council Queensland always recommends people use a combination of all five sun protection methods. Three, what you wear matters. Clothing, hats and
sunglasses will all help protect you from the sun. The best sun protection comes from covering up as much skin as possible, but darker clothing with a tighter fabric structure will generally offer better protection than lightly-woven fabrics, stretched-out clothing, or light, pastel shades. If you want to be sure of the level of protection offered by your outfit, look for a tag with a high ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) rating. Fabrics rated above UPF15 provide good protection, but UPF50+ is recommended. It’s also important to choose a wide-brimmed hat, so your face, neck and ears, will be shaded, and to opt for wrap-around sunglasses to protect your eyes. Four, know your SPF. SPF stands for sun protection factor – and it’s the measure of how much UV gets through. The higher the number, the less UV passes through. An SPF of 30 allows one-thirtieth of 3.3% of UV to reach your skin. This means it filters 96.7 per cent of UV. With an SPF of 50, 98 per cent is filtered and one-fiftieth or 2 per cent gets through. It’s also important to remember that you can’t add the numbers together. For example, SPF20 moisturiser and SPF10 foundation used together don’t equal SPF30 protection. You will only be protected to the level of the highest SPF product applied. Five, sunscreen should be used every day, but it
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doesn’t last all day (or decades)! Cancer Council Queensland recommends people use water-resistant TGA approved sunscreen, but any sunscreen should be reapplied every two hours, or after swimming, sweating or towel drying, regardless of the level of water-resistance advised on the bottle. It’s also important to remember that sunscreen can expire, so check the date on the bottle. Six, you need broad-spectrum protection.
There are two different types of UV radiation that pose a threat to your skin. UVA radiation penetrates beneath the skin, affecting the living cells beneath the surface. It contributes to skin cancer, but also causes damage like wrinkles, blotchiness, and sagging. UVB radiation affects the top layer of skin and it’s the main cause of skin cancer and skin damage. Sunscreen providing broad-spectrum protection will filter out both types of
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radiation, providing your skin with more comprehensive protection. Seven, you need more sunscreen than you think. To make the best use of your sunscreen, correct application is key. Liberal application with even coverage applied on clean, dry skin, 20 minutes before heading outside will give you the best protection. For the best coverage, generously spread at least one teaspoon of sunscreen per limb, front and back torso, feet and face (including
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neck and ears). In total it should come to about 35ml (or seven teaspoons) of sunscreen per application. Basically, if you are outside, just remember to abide by all five sun protective recommendations – Slip, Slop, Slap, Seek and Slide. More information about Cancer Council Queensland and staying SunSmart is available at cancerqld.org.au or 13 11 20.
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PETER MCCULLAGH IF you live in a location that is in risk of flooding, or being impacted by cyclones or bushfire, preparing for evacuation now could save you time and stress in the event of a major disaster. To prepare for evacuation, ensure you know where you will evacuate to and how you will get there. Be sure that all members of your family and household are aware of these details. Do not forget about your pets. Ensure your destination is able to accommodate your pets too and you have a way
of safely transporting them. Prepare in advance, if you have horses, move them to higher ground. Household pets are easier to cater for, but ensure you have a suitable pet carrier for your smaller domestic pet. You should have an evacuation kit prepared and ready to leave with immediately. Your evacuation kit should be contained in a sturdy easy to carry bag or waterproof storage box and stored in a safe place that is easy to access in an emergency. You should ensure your vehicle is full of fuel well before you make the decision to evacuate. Your evacuation kit should
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given to evacuate? Do you know where you will be evacuating to? Do you know the preferred route to this point? Is your vehicle fuelled up? Have you packed essential medication if required? Have you packed impor-
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tant documents? Have you checked on neighbours who are more elderly or disabled? For more information on how you should plan and prepare visit the www.getready. qld.gov.au
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THINK LIKE A MONK
Jay Shetty Jay Shetty, social media superstar and host of the #1 podcast On Purpose, distills the timeless wisdom he learned as a monk into practical steps anyone can take every day to live a less anxious, more meaningful life. Shetty writes, “I grew up in a family where you could become one of three things: a doctor, a lawyer, or a failure. My family was convinced I had chosen option three. Instead of attending my college graduation ceremony, I headed to India to become a monk, to meditate every day for 4-8 hours and devote my life to helping others.” After three years, one of his teachers told him that he would have more impact on the world if he left the monk s path to share his experience and wisdom with others. Heavily in debt, and with no recognizable skills on his resume, he moved back home to north London with his parents. Shetty reconnected with old school friends many working for some of the world’s largest corporations who were experiencing tremendous stress, pressure, and unhappiness, and they invited Shetty to coach them on wellbeing, purpose, and mindfulness. Since then, Shetty has become one of the world s most popular influencers. In 2017, he was named in the Forbes magazine 30-under-30 for being a game-changer in the world of media. In 2018, he had the #1 video on Facebook with over 360 million views. His social media following totals over 32 million, he has produced over 400 viral videos which have amassed more than 5 billion views, and his podcast, On Purpose, is consistently ranked the world’s #1 Health and Wellness podcast. In this inspiring, empowering book, Shetty draws on his time as a monk in the Hindu tradition to show us how we can clear the roadblocks to our potential and power. Drawing on ancient wisdom and his own rich experiences in the ashram, Think Like a Monk reveals how to overcome negative thoughts and habits to access the calm and purpose that lie within all of us. The lessons monks learn are profound but often abstract. Shetty transforms them into advice and exercises we can all apply to reduce stress, sharpen focus, improve relationships, identify our hidden abilities, increase self-discipline, and give the gifts we find in ourselves to the world. Shetty proves that everyone can and should think like a monk.
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NITV Sat Jan 9. 6pm Prepare to have your breath taken away by some of Australia’s most spectacular scenery, and be moved by the real-life stories of the people Ernie meets in his quest to discover more about the country’s popular tourist destinations. Broome in Western Australia is a place that’s very close to Ernie’s heart. Ernie gets to meet up with family, an old school mate, and a lady who is on the hunt for dinosaurs.
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Last opportunity to view this beautiful exbibition
Art inspired by country NEXT week marks the last opportunity to view a beautiful exhibition of art by Cairns artist Susan Reys at UMI Arts. Acrylic paintings vas and ceramics pass an exquisite work by Reys in her exhibition.
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The exhibition titled, ‘Duliny the Artist: Susan Reys’ started in December and finished on January 16, and is the culmination of the artist’s participation in UMI Arts ‘Exhibition Ready’ program completed during the COVID-19 lockdown under the mentorship of curator, Trish Barnard. “Although Susan is a very experienced ceramicist who has been operating her successful retail business ‘K’gari 3 Sisters’ for many years, this is, rather surprisingly, the artist’s first ever solo exhibition,” Ms Barnard said. “Her works are inspired by various symbols found on rock art and carved trees within ‘country’ and the marks made in the sand during traditional storytelling,” she said. According to Ms Barnard, it was during one of Susan Reys’ regular visits to her traditional Guugu Yimithirr homelands, that she collected ochre clay from a creek on country and then through experimentation and a new technical direction, produced a range of exciting new works. “These works pay homage to ‘Matji the Rainmaker’, her great grandfather at Starcke who Susan described as a man of dignity and stature in his community who endured through the time of colonisa-
tion.” In advance of her exhibition debut, Ms Reys said she feels privileged to know her family history and bloodline. “When we used to return to my great grandfather’s land at Starcke I was always excited to learn what I could from my Elders. Mum and my uncle taught us stories and customs for spiritually connecting to the land and taught us how to listen carefully to the ancestor,” Ms Reys said. Susan Reys’ Aboriginal language name is Duliny, which means owl. Her totems are the waandaar (White Cockatoo) and dolphin. Her blood-line includes the Jirrbal, Butchulla, and the Guugu Yimithirr from the Dharrpa Warra clan. The UMI Arts ‘Exhibition Ready’ program guides and mentors artists through each step of gallery exhibition preparation, presentation and promotion, whilst working towards a six week long exhibition at UMI Arts Galleries in Cairns. UMI Arts is the peak Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts and cultural organisation for Far North Queensland. Membership based, UMI Arts’ members are Queensland’s First Peoples with a traditional bloodline connection to the region.
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Albert Namatjira is a name etched in my memory from childhood. My mum loved his artwork, the distinctive, joyous colours of Central Australia, the hauntingly beautiful gum trees. In the 1940’s and 1950’s Albert Namatjira was part of the Hermannsburg School of artists, painting the distinctive, ethereal landscape around the MacDonnell Ranges outside Alice Springs. The Cairns Gallery has a collection of works from the Hermannsburg artists, including Albert Namatjira and some of his descendants. The exhibition is on until 14 March 2021.
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Which cartoon character lives in a pineapple under the sea?
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STAR GUIDE AQUARIUS: Expect to make close connections as the week begins. Monday and Tuesday are both perfect days for getting your point across and winning over friends (and maybe even making new ones). Wednesday and Thursday see you slowing back down and turning inward, as thoughts shift to the big picture. Are you making enough progress in your chosen work? On Friday and Saturday, others will expect you to take charge -- but in a fun way! Organize an outing (or a party maybe?) with friends both new and old. .
GEMINI: Every week should begin this way! You’re full of energy and enthusiasm on Monday and Tuesday -- and you’ve got ample charm to inspire others at home, at work or anywhere. Expect to slow down on Wednesday and Thursday, though: You’ll be more intent on analysis than action. That unusual intelligence and insight should carry you well into Friday and Saturday, when you can put those ideas to work -- and you can expect some help from a like-minded partner to make things happen.
PISCES: Watch out for conflict as the week begins. Others might not be on your side on Monday and Tuesday and even former partners could have ambitions at odds with your plans. Don’t be afraid to toss out the old in favor of the new and on Wednesday and Thursday be extra careful of anyone trying to take advantage. Stand up for yourself and don’t back down! If you can formulate a smart plan on Friday and Saturday, expect to have luck on your side. The stars will aid your efforts to do the right thing. On Sunday, take the lead.
CANCER: Watch for troubles on the home front as the week begins. Monday and Tuesday could both bring domestic conflicts, but a little empathy on your part could go a long way. By Wednesday and Thursday, emotions are running high. That can lead to excitement in romance and relationships -- but amped-up emotions spell nothing but trouble for any financial or legal issues. Play it safe.
LIBRA: Who can resist your flirtatious smile and easygoing outlook? Nobody, at least not as the week begins -- you’ll be charming socks off by the score on Monday and Tuesday. On Wednesday and Thursday, you might still be generous with your attention, but you’ll be stingy with your cash. Put that fiscal fussiness to use by plotting out a smart financial plan. On Friday and Saturday, you’re full of yourself -- but in a good way! You’ve got a lot to say and you’re surrounded by people who want to hear what’s on your mind. SCORPIO: The week could start on a difficult note. Your heart and your head can’t seem to agree on Monday and Tuesday and this might be a better time to think than act (especially if you can count on some backand-forth banter with friends). Your outlook on Wednesday and Thursday should clear up dramatically, finding you exceptionally charismatic and confident. You’ll know what you want and you’ll know how to get it. On Friday and Saturday, you can expect to get caught up in the moment.
ARIES: Look out for your fellow humans as the week begins and all will go well. On Monday and Tuesday, you may need to curb your natural competitiveness (and use your ample charms instead) to get ahead. On Wednesday and Thursday, you’re lost in your own thoughts -- and they’re not all pleasant, unfortunately. Expect to butt heads if you put those cranky notions into action. (Or better yet, just lay low for now.)
LEO: Everybody is on your side as the week begins. And how could they not be? You’ve got all the answers (and you’re having all the fun!) on Monday and Tuesday. Enjoy the popularity. On Wednesday and Thursday, you’ll quiet down ever so slightly -- now is an excellent time for chin-rubbing introspection and quiet analysis. You’ll kick back into action just in time for the weekend and you can expect applause, affection and admiration wherever you take your dramatic presence.
SAGITTARIUS: Who loves you, baby? Everybody, apparently -or at least it’ll seem that way as this week begins. Friends and admirers will rally to your banner on Monday and Tuesday and it’s a good time to make your wishes known. You can expect an attentive audience. On Wednesday and Thursday, that outgoing mood could shift to shyness. Maybe it’s time for some peace and quiet to recharge?
TAURUS: If you’re expecting boredom as the week begins, prepare to be (pleasantly) disappointed. Your routine gets some spark on Monday and Tuesday and you should follow up on any chance for fun -- even if it means your work has to wait. On Wednesday and Thursday, your passions will push you into action. Just make sure they don’t push you into trouble, too. On Friday and Saturday, your trademark patience will pay off.
VIRGO: Show some prudence on financial matters as the week begins. Monday and Tuesday are both bad days for impulse purchases -- but they’re great days for other kinds of exuberance, like spontaneous opinions and wide-eyed ideas. On Wednesday and Thursday, indulge your intellect by striking up conversations and following your curiosity. On Friday and Saturday, resist the urge to rush ahead. Sometimes the most daring -- and worthy -- risk is to kick back and just let things happen.
CAPRICORN: Your ambitiousness will pay off as the week begins. Monday and Tuesday are both great days to start projects and make things happen. Everyone might not be on the same over-achieving wavelength right now, but they’ll at least have the good sense to get out of your way. Wednesday and Thursday should give you time and perspective to step back and re-assess where you’re at -- and you can count on friends to help you take accounts.
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New AFL Academy kicks off TANYA MURPHY The next generation of AFL players can now get professional coaching and hone their skills both in and out of AFL season in Cairns, thanks to the launch of Kick Academy. Director and head coach Brent Courtney has years of experience in junior coaching, he grew up in Sydney playing AFL in the SFL whilst the sport was still developing which taught him the foundations he uses today. He launched the Academy at Crathern Park oval in Trinity Beach after realising there was a high demand for professional training and development to complement the volunteer work done by local football clubs. “There’s only so much volunteer coaches can do, and although the Gold Coast Suns come up once a year to run junior development programs, that’s only for a limited group of kids during a limited time, so there’s a huge demand for more training,” said Brent. After being delayed by COVID-19 restrictions, the Academy held its first fiveweek program in Term Four last year and registration is now open for the first full-term 10-week program beginning on January 25. The Academy runs five afternoons a week and has four additional coaches besides Brent. “At Kick Academy we do more than coach AFL. Our
Kick Academy director and head coach Brent Courtney.
Premier Pursuit program focuses on a child’s skills, strength and conditioning, nutrition, and personal development, such as confidence and good sportsmanship,” he said. “Whether your child is wanting to upskill to dominate on the field, keep their fitness up, keep their skills honed throughout the off season, or just have fun - Kick Academy’s Premier Pursuit program is perfect. Our goal is to mentor all children to be the best players they can be.” With plenty of AFLQ and AFL connections, Brent hopes to help more Cairns players get to the next level. “We take high performance students through player profiling tests to see where they’re at in comparison to the national draft standards, and use the latest technology including GPS trackers to see how far players are running and where their hot spots are on the field,” he said. With his talented 15-yearold daughter Ella employed as one of the Academy’s Coaches, Brent is also passionate about training girls to be confident AFL players. Although he is a member of Centrals Trinity Beach Football Club, the goal is to get all clubs involved. “We’ve already noticed that training players from different teams together is a great way to build a good culture of mateship and sportsmanship between teams,” he said. For more information visit www.kickfnq.com.au
EDGE HILL MEMORIAL BOWLS CLUB LADIES Social Bowls: Will resume Mixed Social Bowls in the New Year on January 14. Any members willing to register for a Coaching or Umpires Course please contact Jillian Alexander or Jeannie Wild for more details. Men’s Mixed Social Bowls: Tuesday December 29 winners were Gary Pomroy, John Parker and Kim Mitchell. Tuesday and Wednesday Night, no bowls were played. Saturday January 2 winners were Gary Pomroy Peter Whitehead and Jim Ryan. Jackpot not won now
at $410. Social bowls will continue Tuesday (Day and Night) Wednesday night with Saturday afternoon after the New Year. Edge Hill Club Championship Games. The 2021 Pairs, Triples or Fours this year, nomination will close soon. Get your team entered now. To play social bowls at Edge Hill this week put your name on the lists available behind the bar for a game. Contact the Club on 4053 1036, Ray Webster 0402 182 230, Gary Victor (GOV) 0407 962 860 for assistance. Fos-
tering Youth Bowls will begin on Wednesday February 3 when St Monica’s College commence week one of their 2021 Activities Program at Edge Hill Club at 1:45pm. Don’t forget that the club is available for bookings for Social groups and Bare Foot Bowls Functions. Ring the Club or email Lydia for booking information at functions@edgehillbowls.com.au . Current club opening hours are Tuesday to Thursday 3pm until 9pm. Friday, Saturday and Sunday 12noon till late.
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ATHERTON GOLF The Atherton Golf Club would like to wish you all, the very best for 2021. Friday Trinity Petroleum 6 Hole Chook run won by social player Clint “Pedro” Johnson 12 pts Runner-up Rod O” Neill 11 pts on countback from 3 others. Saturday Jan 2 was Opening Day Stableford Ladies winner Shelley Broadley 36 pts from Michelle Pearsall 34 pts. Pin shots 9 L Doolan, 18 C Puccone. Men’s Division 2 winner keeping it in the family was Mark Broadley 40 pts Div.2 runner-up Clayton Doyle 37 pts from Doddsy 36 pts Division 1 winner Gavin Comino 39 pts on countback from Wayne Jones and Daz Morey NTPs 3 Stevo, 9 P Doherty, 11 T Crome. 18 G Thompson. Next Saturday is the January Monthly Medal round, sponsored by Elders Insurance. Sunday 3rd Jan Tableland Top Meats Stableford had a decent field of 28 players. Winner Daz Morey 39 pts on countback from John Dunne. Dan Ardley and Dave Morrison 38 pts Mitch Toward a great eagle on the 8th also Daz Morey picking up the 18th hole Birdie Jackpot. Thursday ladies open day is on Thursday 7/1/21, s/ ford. Please note the earlier tee off due to afternoon storms, 9.30am for 10am. Summer of Golf Stableford Tuesday morning 8.30 tee offs. Don’t forget chook run and Friday Goose Club, Members Jackpot value $2800.
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