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MIN:21 MAX:27 CAIRNS TIDE TIMES LOW: 3.27 LOW: 15.03 HIGH: 8.42 HIGH: 21.58

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MIN:19 MAX:26 CAIRNS TIDE TIMES LOW: 3.57 LOW: 15.36 HIGH: 9.14 HIGH: 22.30

MIN:19 MAX:25 CAIRNS TIDE TIMES LOW: 4.32 LOW: 16.13 HIGH: 9.50 HIGH: 23.05

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MIN:19 MAX:25 CAIRNS TIDE TIMES LOW: 5.14 LOW: 16.53 HIGH: 10.33 HIGH: 23.45

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MIN:19 MAX:26 CAIRNS TIDE TIMES LOW: 6.02 LOW: 17.38 HIGH: 11.27 HIGH: N/A

MIN:19 MAX:27 CAIRNS TIDE TIMES HIGH: 0.30 HIGH: 12.39 LOW: 7.00 LOW: 18.30

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MIN:20 MAX:27 CAIRNS TIDE TIMES HIGH: 1.28 HIGH: 14.17 LOW: 8.23 LOW: 19.37

INNISFAIL 7 DAY WEATHER FORECAST AND TIDE TIMES MIN:20 MAX:25 INNISFAIL TIDE TIMES LOW: 4.28 LOW: 15.46 HIGH: 9.06 HIGH: 22.16

MIN:18 MAX:24 INNISFAIL TIDE TIMES LOW: 4.59 LOW: 16.18 HIGH: 9.38 HIGH: 22.48

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MIN:19 MAX:25 INNISFAIL TIDE TIMES HIGH: 0.05 HIGH: 11.54 LOW: 7.11 LOW: 18.19

MIN:18 MAX:26 INNISFAIL TIDE TIMES HIGH: 0.51 HIGH: 13.02 LOW: 8.19 LOW: 19.17

MIN:19 MAX:27 INNISFAIL TIDE TIMES HIGH: 1.47 HIGH: 14.44 LOW: 9.31 LOW: 20.41

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Andrew Graffen, newly appointed CEO at Cassowary Coast Regional Council

A new Broome for Graffen PETER MCCULLAGH ALTHOUGH new Cassowary Coast Regional Council CEO has spent his entire working career on the regional west coast of Australia, his connections with the Far North and Cassowary Coast cannot be understated. Andrew Graffen’s connection with our region commenced whilst studying at James Cook University in the early 2000s. His chosen course was a Batchelor of Science in Aquaculture. Weekends were spent discovering the abundant freshwater swimming holes, camping spots and fishing the reef, beaches and freshwater creeks from Townsville to Cooktown. Seeing the north close-up and at its beautiful best, indelibly stamped the Cassowary Coast a natural paradise with

boundless potential for business and families. After graduating from James Cook, Graffen headed due west, across Australia to work in the pearling industry in Broome. Regional living suited the new graduate. “I love the northern lifestyle, the isolation really does not faze me, it’s more about people, great connections and friendships and the environment,” he said. Working within the pearling industry initially for Broome Pearls and then serving as General Manager with Willie Creek Pearls, Graffen formed a strong understand of the importance of business within regional centres. This understanding of the importance of business and the need for regional economic and infrastructure development led Graffen to local government in Broome. Initially serving as Manager of Infrastructure at Broome Shire Council before being appointed as Director of Infrastructure

Services at Broome Council, a position he has held for the past three and a half years. Whilst serving with council Graffen was an active member of the community in Broome. Working as a volunteer with St John Ambulance as well as coaching his son’s soccer team, community commitment comes with the territory. “Working in a voluntary capacity, you get an understanding more of the community and their needs and motivations, in particular when there’s no pay-packet involved.” During his tenue at Broome Shire Council, Graffen oversaw the revitalisation of the Chinatown Precinct. This $28 million project transformed the retail and cultural hub of Broome and celebrated the rich and diverse modern cultural history of the town. “This project was about bringing to life to a long-held aspiration of the community and preserving the town’s rich history.

Transforming a town is no easy feat. Community engagement is essential, Graffen knows that nothing can be done unless the Council works with community and local groups. “Like we did in Broome, I feel it is essential to partner with the local community, the traditional owners and business community. If we work together we can transform the region and create a thriving and very resilient community.” The opportunity to move back east and take the reigns as Cassowary Coast CEO seemed to be the next logical step for Graffen. Whilst serving as Director of Infrastructure with Broome Shire he had backfilled the CEO role as well as managed the two largest transformation projects for the region. “I see the Cassowary Coast as a region with unlimited opportunities and potential. Diverse in culture, business as well as abundant natural environment,

with real opportunities for development, as well as the perfect place to bring up a young family.” “Doing Council business in the Cassowary Coast will be similar to how we have done it in Broome. Connection and consultation will be a focus. “Consultation is the key in my eyes, it’s important to understand the feelings of the community as well as what they see as priorities and how they see their future.” Although Graffen has spent 17 years embedded deep in AFL heartland, his passion still runs deep for his sport of choice, rugby league. Unfortunately, he is a Blues supporter, and quietly confident of a three nil ‘blue-wash’ this year, but one of his priorities when he arrives will be to find a touch football team and competition to burn off some excess energy. Like Mayor, Mark Nolan, Graffen is a passionate Par-

ramatta supporter, so the pressure will be on in a region that has produced some fine Cowboy, Storm and Broncos’ players for Graffen to remain loyal to his Eels and not support a Queensland aligned team. Football, friends, fishing and family are all important in Andrew Graffen’s life. Coming into the Cassowary Coast to take the lead role with Council will test this new CEO, however his experience in working with diverse interest groups, community and higher tiers of government in the west will help to bind council closer to the community. “I’m coming in from outside, no political alignment and truly independent.” Andrew Graffen intends to take up his position as Cassowary Coast CEO after the outgoing CEO, James Gott leaves on September 3.

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Woodchopping: a crowd pleaser

PETER MCCULLAGH WOODCHOPPING, it’s a sport of power, precision, speed and definitely not for the faint-hearted. Visitors to the Cairns Show are encouraged to visit and spend some time as a spectator at the Woodchop Arena. Woodchopping is potentially one of the oldest sport in Australia, where early settlers honed their skills clearing pastoral land and boasting of their tree-felling skills. Woodchopping has always been an exciting addition to all Australian local shows attracting a rare breed of axeman and women keeping a heritage and tradition alive. This year the Cairns Show Woodchop Arena will be filled with the sound of axes easily slicing though green candlenut blocks as 16 of the best axemen and women pit their skills against the clock and each other during the two day competition. There are five main events in woodchopping: The Standing Block, Underhand, Tree Felling, Crosscut Sawing and a Team Relay. Whilst competitor numbers might be reduced this year, due to COVID travel uncertainty, the standard of axemen and women is very high. Legends on the circuit, the Barrett family are traveling north to challenge the

best from Far North Queensland. Doc Barrett and his two children, Awieta and Takiah will be viewed as the ones to beat. Aweita Barrett is a brute of a lad, 16 years-old, 123 kilograms and wears size 18 shoes. Awieta is already carving a reputation on the circuit for power and precision in cutting. Perhaps the most spectacular event on the program is the Tree Felling. Competitors scale a tree, 3.6 metres high to cut a block placed at the top, whilst standing on a flimsy and springy board embedded into the side of the tree. Tree Felling is not for the faint-hearted and is always a crowd pleaser. Veteran Tree Feller Kerry Mitchell from Brisbane will contest the competition this year. Aged in his early 70s Mitchell shows the younger axeman how it should be done, and how it was done in his youth. The North Queensland Axeman Association would like to thanks the Lavis family from the Goldborough Valley for the supply of the timber for this year’s competition as well as Brett Dempset Sawmilling for preparing the logs. The woodchop runs on Thursday and Friday only at Cairns Show, commencing at 10am each day.

Beatrice Lucas (back left) celebrating a local food breakfast with friends from yoga class.

Local Food Feasts spread awareness REDUCING food miles and supporting local farmers by eating locally-grown produce is a cause that is gathering momentum across the world, as people become more aware of the social and environmental impacts of their consumer choices. World Localization Day is celebrated in the leadup to June 20 with local food feast events and online panels and workshops, and this year it was celebrated in Cairns for the first time. Cairns local Beatrice Lucas organised three ‘Local Food Feasts’ with her friends and neighbours, including two ‘bring and share’ local food breakfasts with yoga groups in Kewarra Beach on June 4 and 7, and a dinner provided by Il Chiosco Restaurant in Trinity Beach on June 13. “Basically, by buying local foods from local farmers, we support a local economy and avoid those food miles that are counted nowhere: food grown in one place, processed in another place, packaged in another place and then sent back to us after travelling hundreds or even

Il Chiosco restaurant owners Silvano Giorgetti (left) and Matteo Guzzo (centre), with staff Dylan and Mauro with the ‘Local Food Feast’ they prepared thousands of miles,” said Ms Lucas. “For example, local bananas sent to southern cities to be processed and sent back up here to the supermarket.” Beatrice said it wasn’t easy to find a restaurant to participate, as many were struggling with staff shortages, but ‘Il Chiosco’ chef Matteo Guzzo and team took on the challenge and prepared a special menu for the night, of Italian food with local ingredi-

ents. Of course, many restaurants including Il Chiosco already use some locally-sourced produce, but Ms Lucas’ event challenged the chefs to come up with a menu that was specifically centred around local ingredients. “Being an Italian restaurant, 80 per cent of our product is normally imported from Italy,” said Mr Guzzo. “So, we did accept the challenge to produce a fu-

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sion of Italian with Far North Queensland produce.” The menu prepared for Ms Lucas’ table of 14 friends and neighbours was a pumpkin and fetta cheese arancini starter, followed by generous serves of mains, including vegetarian lasagne with camembert besciamel, chicken cacciatore, and fettuccine norma with eggplant, cherry tomatoes and basil topped with ricotta cheese. Dessert was rainforest honey pannacotta with macadamia crunch. Mr Guzzo said the success of the night and newfound contacts with suppliers encouraged him to consider holding more localised menu nights in future for more guests to enjoy. “Localisation is important, especially in these times, when everyone has to adapt to the conditions of COVID. It’s important to help out our neighbours,” he said. World Localization Day is a project of global not-forprofit organisation Local Futures. For more information visit www.worldlocalizationday.org

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Profits before people PETER MCCULLAGH WESTPAC Bank reported earlier this year $3.4 billion profit for the first half of their financial year. In 2020 the bank reported $2.3 billion in profit for the full year. There appears to be good money in banking. Peter Williams (name has been changed to protect his identity), from Cairns is disgusted at the tactics employed by Westpac to ensure they profits and maximised and customer needs are ignored. On Monday this week, Mr Williams received a letter from Westpac advising of important changes to his Westpac Choice account, opened 8 years ago. The account was opened to allow access to a debit mastercard, for online purchasing using funds in the account. The balance was always small, and purchases were minimal, but the convenience of having the account was what suited. What Williams was unaware of, because the Westpac staff member who assisted with the opening of the account did not reveal, there was a cheaper option available at the time, an option that waived the monthly $5 account keeping fee. This cheaper option was only realised after the letter was received from Westpac advising and apologising for not making this option available. “When you applied for your account, you may have been eligible for a

Westpac basic bank account with no monthly fees. This option may not have been considered for you when your account was opened. This is our mistake, and we’re sorry for any inconvenience caused.” The letter then went onto inform Williams that his account would be automatically switched to the Basic account on August 27, with no change to features, except no monthly account keeping fees. Upon receiving his letter, Williams contacted Westpac via their call centre and was put through to a specialist dealing with this matter. The operator confirmed the planned changes and also confirmed the new account would not attract the $5 monthly account keeping fee. Apparently the $5 monthly fee could have been waived if Williams deposited total of $2000 in the calendar month. That’s not maintaining $2000 balance that’s adding $2000 to the account each month. “I was told it was a mistake, I should have been eligible for a zero-monthly account-keeping fee account. “What burns me is their statement in their letter to me, ‘this option may have not been considered FOR me.’ “Their staff member was either wilfully maximising their profits, or the staff member did not have full product knowledge regarding their accounts and options. “Either way it is a sad indictment upon Westpac. They either have or had a culture of profits before people or they have had very

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poor staff training,” he said. “Imagine the figures, if they have 100,000 of these such accounts, each month that’s half a million dollars in bank fees for absolutely not cost to them. Is it any wonder they are making billions.” Although Westpac have admitted their mistake in the letter to Williams, there is no offer of recompense for fees collected during the past eight years. “Why would they bother sending a letter admitting fault and not offer to refund the account fees associated. It’s arrogant to say the very least.” Westpac were contacted regarding this matter. Cairns Local News requested information as to the number of account holders that were affected by this failure to presents the no-fees option account along with whether there would be a refund paid to account holders. Westpac responded to our request and a Westpac spokesperson can confirm the following. “We regularly review our products and services, and during this process we identified some customers may have been eligible for an alternate bank account. These customers are being moved to a basic bank account and we will put things right by making sure they are not left out of pocket as a result of this error.”

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Port Hinchinbrook STP Outcome

FOR residents of the Port Hinchinbrook community there appears to be an outcome to their continued sewerage treatment plant woes. At the meeting in Cairns yesterday between members of the Queensland Department of State Development, Queensland Treasury, Hinchinbrook member, Nick Demato and key Council representatives a solution was tabled and a likely resolution reached. Although at this moment the details are confidential, at the Thursday Cassowary Coast Regional Council meeting a prepared statement was tabled by Mayor Mark Nolan outlining details regarding the meeting and outcome. “This week, representatives of the cassowary Coast Regional Council met with the State Local member Nick Dametto and representatives of the Queensland Government to discuss the way forward in resolving the Port Hinchinbrook matters. “The meeting was very productive with all parties coming to an in-principle agreement to immediately start working together to resolve these matters, which will lead to the normalisation of the Port Hinchinbrook de-

velopment. “As part of the meeting, there was a focus on the principles of simplicity, timeliness, risk management, and for the work, the Council and State would do over the coming weeks. “It was acknowledged that given the longevity and complexity of this matter in a staged but timely approach to issue resolution was important, the most pressing issue requiring resolution to get to the normalisation of land assets in particular, the sewage treatment plant. “The importance of normalising the Port Hinchinbrook development is that in doing so, it unlocks a new opportunity for the Cassowary Coast. “This is a positive step forward for the local communities of the Cassowary Coast. That was prepared by the state government, as agreed in our meeting yesterday. One source of truth. The Cassowary Coast Regional Council CEO, James Gott did clarify that this agreement is for the normalisation of land assets, with no reference to One Mile Creek and any dredging of One Mile Creek.

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WITH early polling opening next Monday for the Cassowary Coast Regional Council Division 6 By-election electors are starting to carefully consider their options. One hotly debated issue is whether or not an elected councillor works full-time as a councillor and divests all personal business connections, effectively minimising the perception of a conflict of interest. This issue dogged the previous council with constant criticism and questions regarding a business relationship between the 2016/2020 Division 6 councillor, Ben Heath and Innisfail Seafoods. With this fresh in the minds of voters, the candidates standing at this by-election were asked if they believed Cassowary Coast Councillors should be full-time Councillors working for the residents in their divisions as well as the Cassowary Coast region, or can a Councillor maintain separate business interests whilst serving as Councillor? Responses were mixed. Wayne Kimberley who serves as publican for the El Arish hotel believes it is beneficial for a Councillor to have business interests away from their council role. ”Council is a massive business, with a budget of $83 million a year. We need business

I will work fulltime and co-operatively with all currently elected Councillors, and the new CEO to achieve reform within Council and build our community. • Gain the required support from likeminded Councillors to continue the reform of senior Council management positions, and ensure frontline local staffing levels permit a quality service to our community. • Challenge the smoke and mirrors type information provided from management, to the elected councillors. • Save millions of dollars, and invest this back into our community with strong local leadership and transparency.

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owners on Council who have the acumen to oversee that kind of budget. “Being a Councillor isn’t a career move, it’s a public service. Councillors work beyond full time, they’re always available and their businesses help to keep a finger on the pulse of the community.” Anthonio Ucchino is a strong advocate for a councillor working full time with no business interests to deflect their work and focus. “I believe Councillors should work full time as Councillors. They are paid to be Councillors and that is where their focus and loyalty should be. “It is not a nine to five job. It’s a lot more than that. “If a councillor is running their own business, they will have less time to give to ratepayer matters, and there will be conflicts of interest.” Renee McLeod who recently sold her Rankin Street business, Creative Events believes a councillor is more than full time vocation. “Full time Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm in an office as a Councillor, in my opinion is impractical. “I believe being out in the community, investing quality time and commitment to the residents is what’s needed. “Having worked in retail for over 25 years, I know that customer service needs to be the

top priority, so working nights and weekends to meet with residents and also during the normal working day is what I’m committed to doing as I wasn’t raised to do a job half-heartedly. “Maintaining a business (workchild) and being a Councillor can be done effectively with proper time management

and communication. “Parents wouldn’t be expected to give up their child for a job that could possibly have them employed for only 4 years.” Cassowary Coast Council employee and Division 6 candidate, Harry Tenni is a firm believer that councillors have a responsibility to work full

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time in their division as well as the wider region. “I am 100% in favour that all Councillors should be required to work full-time for the division they live in, and the entire Cassowary Coast region. “In my last campaign in 2020 as well as this one, I have stated I will work full time, and donate 10% of my

taxable income to charities, clubs and animal welfare within Division 6. “You don’t elect Councillors for their own financial benefit, you elect them as your go-toperson for support and this cannot be achieved if they have a second job or business to manage.” Cassowary Coast commu-

nity advocate and council critic Paul Toogood sees it clearly. “A Councillor is paid a full time remuneration to represent the people of their division and the whole region. “Previously some elected Councillors have successfully managed to represent their constituents and their own businesses and others not so

much. We have all heard the stories about Councillors giving Council staff directions not to bother them at their business. “Integrity and ethics should determine whether a Councillor does the right thing in relation to conflicts of duties and their overriding duties as a Councillor and to do the job they are paid to do. “Having said that, I will remove all possible conflicts if elected, and I will work full time in my Council role and hand over the control and operation of my digital marketing business to other persons. I cannot promise however, to stop taking photos of our beautiful region!” Councillors representing a Category 3 Council such as Cassowary Coast receive $70,759 payment each year for their services. The Mayor receives $133,196 remuneration for their services. For a business owner to divest themselves from a business connection can be an enormous financial impost upon their household budget. For some candidates the focus is firmly upon working extra long hours for the residents along with minimising the risk of a conflict of interest in the execution of their council duties.

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EARLY VOTING STARTS MONDAY

CASSOWARY Coast Regional Council’s 3,400 Division 6 electors will choose a new councillor in the coming week with early voting starting on Monday July 12 through to Friday July 16 at Innisfail Shire Hall at 70 Rankin Street. Early voting times are 9am to 5pm Monday to Thursday, and 9am to 6pm on Friday. Election day voting is at Innisfail East State School and Mourilyan State School and between 8am and 6pm on Saturday July 17. Seven candidates are vying for the Division 6 councillor position. They are Antonino Ucchino, John Hutchinson, Renee McLeod, Paul Toogood, Harry Tenni, Barry Anderson, and Wayne Kimberly. The voting system for a divided council as determined in the Local Government Electoral Act is optional preferential. To make your vote count, number one, some or all the boxes on your ballot paper in order of preference. COVID-safe measures will be in place at polling booths. Electors are encouraged to plan the way they’ll vote, know where and when they’ll vote, stay 1.5 metres apart, use hand sanitiser, and bring their own pen or pencil if they

prefer. Electors are also encouraged to bring their Voter Information Card (VIC) to the polling booth to help make roll mark-off quicker and easier. The Check In Qld app will also be in use at polling booths. This is the same app being used across Queensland to register visits to shops, cafes, and restaurants. If electors don’t have the app on their phone, election staff will be available to help check them in. Ballot materials for postal voters have been progressively dispatched from the date of the close of nominations and the printing of ballot papers on June 28. Postal voters are encouraged to vote as soon as they receive their ballot materials, then sign, witness, and return their ballot paper in the Reply-Paid envelope. All voting must take place before the close of poll at 6pm on election day and the deadline for the return of postal votes to the ECQ is Tuesday July 27. Voting is compulsory. For all election information go to ecq.qld.gov.au.

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Gift card mayhem

G’DAY Tropicairnsians, With my grandkids birthdays coming up real fast, and a new, or should I say old re-opened but in a new address, toy shop is back in town, my mind obviously meandered to all things toys and gifts. I struggle with choice these days, back when I was a young’un I was happy with a stick for my birthday. It would become a gun, a sword, a horse or just someting to bash on the tin rubbish bin and make a hell of a racket, just because I could. But today with so many toys, hundreds of lego kits, millions of Barbies, too many bored (yes thats my correct spelling) games, where do you start. The obvious answer: Gift Cards. But let me give you the history of this idea from a few years ago in Brownsville. The ankle biters were let loose in the toy store to run amuck with their gift cards in hand to choose their own presents. Well after a lot of exciting screams of joy at the new

toys there was a few cries of anguish after finding out that some toys were too expensive. Their selections finally arrived at the checkout only then to find that the gift cards had been left somewhere instore during the great run and scream session. Well mum, dad and grandparents then had to search the entire store with crying kids in tow. Unfortunately, not a single card to be found (not very surprising at this outcome) and unfortunately to keep the peace we, the grand parents had to buy new gift cards at the register to bring the calm and smiles back to their tear smeared faces. So, with this still firmly etched in my memory, I went into the “new” toy store to enquire about the possibility of registered gift cards. The idea of having gift cards paid for by myself and put in the gift-receiver’s name online so they can have not only a physical card but also a credit stored in the company’s data bank, I presumed was a pretty simple idea as seeing how nearly everything we do in life is done online. Unfortunately the store owner says it is impossible to be done. I found this response to be amazing since with the power of computers we have

landed space craft on Mars. and the original computers in the late 60s with less memory than a smart phone could send a rocket and men to the moon and back. So really, why is this? Is it because of the extra money a business can gain when cards go missing and the giver must buy the gift cards again especially for the case of crying upset children, so the store gets a larger profit? Or perhaps the number of gift cards lost and never redeemed because the owner cannot find the actual card? In my opinion it makes sense to create a credit account to the value of the gift card. You then can email-market directly to the holder or creator of the account. Sell more stuff, send them special offers, encourage them to add more funds, the options are endless. But most of all you protect the purchase of the gift cards and show responsible management of the credit purchased. You know it make sense, perhaps only in the eyes of the purchaser and not the business. Gotta get back to happy rants, for being sad is sad. Wayne

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DISCOVER THE AMAZING FUN AND EXCITMENT AT THE SHOW This year, please take the time to discover the true essence of the Cairns Show. There’s so much more to the show than sample bags and side show alley. As a kid growing up in the 60s and 70s I loved my local A,H & I show. The Pine Rivers Agriculture, Horticulture and Industrial Show. Yes, the showies came and set up their rides, and yes, you could buy your Bertie Beetle Show bag as well. But for me and thousands who also visited, it was three days to lose yourself exploring and viewing events and activities that captivated and enthralled. I spent hours watching the wood chop competitions. Amazing axe men, wielding an axe that sliced through hardwood blocks like a hot knife though butter. The tree felling event: where they cut notches in a pole, to insert a narrow plank of wood into, then climb the pole to a massive height and stand balanced on the highest plank and slice through a block of wood with ease and a perfect sense of balance. Hours spent watching and studying the axeman’s form. I put these skills I learnt to good use each year as I cut down the small Christmas tree we selected each December. I explored the poultry pavilion, inspecting a wonderful array of breeds, the puff-ball silkie bantams, the New Hampshire Reds, Leg Horns, Sussexs the list and memories go on. Yes there were loads of backyard chickens in my youth, but to see them cleaned up, fluffed up and displayed, and you could get up close and inspect them, that was a treat. The show was a wonderous time for me as a child, still vivid in my memories and still creating that passion to explore. This year the Cairns Show can be a time for parents and grandparents to ground and balance their kids, entertain them as well as give them an insight into our heritage, history and industry. It’s not all about show bags and rides, yes the kids do love them, but take them to the wood chop, let them see a working blacksmith in action, the dog agility and obedience displays, there’s classic cars, restored farm machinery, more unique and wonderous activities and exhibitions to see then you could fit into one day. The Cairns Show is important to this region. It brings our culture and history alive and proves a social and economic platform that is essential to Cairns and our region. So please, pack the sun-screen, grab the kids (grand-kids) and give them a treat, let them get their hands dirty, their feet dusty and the eyes opened to the amazing, enthralling and unique offerings available at this year’s Cairns Show. Oh, and the 28 page show guide is in today’s Cairns Local News. Enjoy the Show next week. I know I will. Peter McCullagh Editor

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TRAFFIC LIGHT BLUES I would like to know why most traffic lights that have a right-hand turn arrow are red all the time the green light is on to go straight. I am standing at the lights for 2minutes with nothing coming opposite but cannot turn because of the red arrow. This seems to be happening at more lights instead of less. It is very annoying and stupid. Do the people that make these rules think we are all idiots that can’t drive, or they are the idiots that can’t drive. Please let me know to whom I can complain to. Thanks. VERA, Smithfield

Want to be heard? Send a text to the Editor 0438 195 408 VAD AND ROBBIE KATTER To his discredit, MP Robbie Katter (letters 20 July) tries to turn Voluntary Assisted Dying into a politically partisan matter, somehow connected to Brisbane’s Cross-River Rail. If he’d been honest he should have simply stated that his religious views are that all assistance to suicide is sinful. Old people, such as myself, understand from experience that VAD has always happened and that it should be better regulated. Indeed the physician to The Queen’s grandfather admitted, decades later, to using drugs which would be now known as a speedball, to ease his death. SEAN M. Clifton Beach MASKS AND VARIANTS Real experts around the world tell us masks are not only useless but also very unhealthy. COVID variants started appearing in most countries about 3-4 months after the roll out of the jabs started. LUKE Mt Carbine BAT DISPERSAL The Cairns Regional Council’s dispersal campaign against the (critically) Endangered Spectacled Flying Foxes (SFFs), where reported deaths increased 44% over the previous year despite there being no heat wave, drought or cyclone, has now cost $1.68 million with another $250,000 needed to the end of 2021. This is because SFFs are still roosting at the Cairns City Library Nationally Important Camp every night and being dispersed at 4am each morning. The dispersal was supposed to take 3 days, then extended to 30 days, then 90 days… For how long should we expect this dispersal to continue? Last birthing season 7 SFF pups were killed by the dispersal and 54 separated from their mums. We fear Council will cut down the birthing and rearing tree at the library saying it is rotten, but really to try to prevent SFFs choosing the library as their maternity camp this season. GEOFF H. Cairns

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UNESCO Its interesting to read the editorial last weel from Dan McCarthy. Here’s someone who earns his living from the reef and believes the reef is in good condition. This will not be popular with the environmentalists in town. Nor would the news that Professor Peter Ridd is blaming the Australian reef science and reef management organisation for fueling the Chinese led UNESCO. What we have here is an industry of concern. We have people who create a future job for themselves by telling everyone the reef is sick and they are the only ones who can fix it. In the medical sphere this is called Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy. This must stop. Unfortunately I will be fobbed off by these ‘enlightened’ experts and referred to as a ‘flat-earther’. It appears the only ones they respect are ones that agree with their beliefs. I also see that Sam from Bungalow is still waiting a response from the environmentatlist as to what percentage of the reef is dead and how many centimentres the sea levels have risen in the past 10 years in Cairns. I thought climate change was a science. And run by scientists. If that is the case answering Sam’s question would be easy, beacause with the multi-millions spend on this area in the north the figures should be available readily. FED UP, Cairns TIN FOIL HATS ARE EVERYWHERE How can sensible people be so gullible? I was recently emailed a link by a friend, someone I thought was level headed. The link was for a ‘revealing’ video exposing a conspiracy to shut parliament up and not reveal the truth about the vaccines. The head of the TGA was advising the parliament there is no insurance cover for people affected by the ill-effects from the vaccines. It was originally 4 hours long and edited down to 2 minutes and selectively distorted the truth to present a pack of lies. This email has 89 words in it. If you edit this email down, you could also have…. “Sensible level-headed people reveal the truth, there is no ill-effects from the vaccines.” Wake up people, just because its on the internet does not make it true. Please look to see if the video is edited, this one I saw was clearly edited and designed to distort the truth and alarm. WILLIAM, Mt Sheridan

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WOKE AND THE LEFT I am disgusted that our Education Department have failed so dismally to protect our children from this very damaging left wing, ‘Woke’ agenda that has crept into our schools. I am talking about Critical race theory, BLM (a Marxist organization), Political Correctness, Trans activism, Climate change and other Political ideology that has no business in our school curriculum. It is no less than Child abuse, especially the teachers shaming pupils simply because they are ‘White!’ If that isn’t racism what is? These people should never be allowed to work with children again. Schools can look forward to a lot of Legal action in the future from the very damaging Mental health tsunami that will follow all the stress imposed on our kids. What happened to patriotism, equality and being proud of our country? These radical agendas will divide the nation into racial groups, which is a tragedy after all the work we have done to bring the people of Australia

together as one proud Nation and one Proud people. School is not a place for activism or Politics. It should be a place to learn the basics reading writing and arithmetic. Kids have enough to worry about growing up without poisoning their minds with radical agendas. They are Children and should not have to suffer the radical teachings of extreme activists. Brainwashing children is something that Hitler did and other Totalitarian dictators and does not belong in a free, democratic system such as ours. It is time the education minister took action, dismissed these radical teachers, and eliminated this dangerous rubbish that has crept into our school curriculum. Are all our leaders asleep at the wheel? Wake up Australia. Take action before it is too late. SUZY M Cairns

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WHEN growing up in the 70s and 80s it seemed that nobody was worried about plastic stuff, it was simply, just plastic. For the generation before, plastic was this amazing new invention that would see the end of heavy, brittle bakelite. Although plastic has many uses, the 21st century world has highlighted the horrific damage that plastic misuse is causing to our environment. We’ve all seen pictures of plastic bottle infested rivers and beaches, plus turtles and dolphins caught up in plastic six pack holders. Anyone who enjoys deep sea diving will tell you about the sea beds of plastic straws. Environmentally aware members of our planet and even some large organisations have made efforts to reduce plastics in our day-today life. We now try to avoid plastic shopping bags, these

days, but in reality, supermarkets are still full of plastic packaging. Later this year Queensland will take a huge positive step when a State wide ‘single use’ plastic ban comes into effect. Plastic straws, stirrers, cutlery, plates and bowls and expanded polystyrene (foam) cups and containers will all be a no-no from September 1st. This is far from everything plastic but it is a fantastic start. The Douglas Shire has now joined forces with Plastic Free Cairns as one of five communities across Queensland taking the lead to phase out single-use plastics. Council has secured a fully funded support resource from Boomerang Alliance, a notfor-profit organisation working toward a zero-waste society in Australia. Mossman local and program coordinator Helen Reilly, will exclusively meet with

hospitality businesses across the Douglas Shire, over the next six months, to help them switch to reusable and sustainable alternatives. Helen encourages everyone to go above and beyond the items that are due to be banned and become true ‘Plastic Free Champions’. An information session will be held for Community Groups and Not-For-Profits on Tuesday July 13 at 5:30pm at Mossman Shire Hall. It will cover items included in the ban and what alternative products can be used. Plastic Free Cairns & Douglas will also be at the Mighty Mossman Show on July 18 and 19 to provide information. Other free information sessions include Cairns on Monday July 12 and Innisfail on Wednesday July 14, both starting at 5.30pm. Time for my Mocca from a plastic free cup, so for now, it’s Gazza signing out! Send your stories to gazza@cairnslocalnews.com.au You can catch up with Gazza each weekday afternoon between 4 – 7 pm on 90.9 FAB FM in Port Douglas

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QPS Awards in Cairns

SPEAKER of the Queensland Parliament and Member for Mulgrave Curtis Pitt today joined Queensland Police Service (QPS) Deputy Commissioner Paul Taylor and Queensland Fire and Emergency Services Regional Director SES Wayne Coutts, to commend the outstanding work of QPS award recipients at the Combined Honours and Awards Ceremony in Cairns. The Combined Honours and Awards Ceremony is a triple celebration recognising the achievements across Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES), QPS and the Australian Federal Police (AFP). Across the three agencies, multiple medals, clasps and certificates were presented to award recipients for their hard work and dedication to serving their communities. QPS Deputy Commissioner Paul Taylor said the awards ceremony was a chance to celebrate the hard work and dedication of QPS officers. “We are proud of the 20 QPS officers as well as our Far North District Forensic Services Group who were recognised today for their outstanding service to the community,” Deputy Commissioner Paul Taylor said. “It is an honour to have those recognised represent the Queensland Police Service as they continue to serve the community in what can sometimes be a challenging environment.”

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Preserving our valuable heritage PETER MCCULLAGH PRICELESS historical artefacts are at risk due to the deteriorating condition of the James Cook Museum’s roof in Cooktown. The former convent, now owned and operated by the National Trust of Australia (Queensland), is one of Cooktown’s major attractions. The museum houses an extensive collection of local Guugu Yimithiir artefacts, along with an original anchor and canon from HMB Endeavour and a model of the ship that dates to the early twentieth century. The museum also celebrates the history of the convent and the nuns and children who lived there until the 1940’s and displays telling the stories of the Chinese immigrants and the Gold Rush era in the Far North. Federal Leichhardt MP Warren Entsch said he was shocked to learn during a recent visit to Cooktown aspects of the historically significant museum had fallen into disrepair. “Unfortunately, in recent years the original convent building that houses James Cook Museum has needed repairs to the roof and rainwater infrastructure,” Mr Entsch said.

“The ongoing leaks have led to some damage in the attic and the property needs significant upgrades to ensure it’s watertight. “This will ensure the fascinating artefacts contained in the museum are not put further at risk. “Thankfully, the museum’s dedicated team have been working to ensure the collection items are well looked after but unfortunately the scope of repairs is now significant.” Mr Entsch said he was investigating funding avenues to ensure the National Trust of Australia (Queensland) could undertake the necessary and urgent repairs. “We can’t sit by and watch this magnificent and historical building fall further into disrepair,” he said. “The history contained in the building is simply amazing. It is our shared history. “However, with all that has occurred over the past 18 months, it has not been possible for National Trust of Australia (Queensland) to complete these now urgent repairs. Acting CEO for the National Trust Queensland, Ms Jayme Cuttriss is appreciative of the support shown by the federal member for Leichhardt. “James Cook Museum is important to the community,

visitors to Cooktown and Australia. It houses fascinating stories of Cooktown, including the first recorded Act of Reconciliation between Lt. Cook and the Guugu Yimithirr. “Cooktown is an exceptional place, and National Trust has been devastated to put repair work on hold due to the financial impact of COVID-19 on our tourism business.

“We look forward to working with Warren Entsch MP on funding options, and we appeal to the public to assist with these much-needed repairs. “This support will help us secure the convent building, prevent further deterioration, and improve the visitor experience. In addition, we must conserve the socially signifi-

cant collection of artefacts that are displayed here. We thank Mr Enstch for listening to our request for help during this challenging time for the National Trust in Queensland. “Finally, we want to thank the community that has supported the Museum generously over the years.”.

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Live theatre in Cairns faces EXTINCTION in name only PETER MCCULLAGH EXTINCTION is an Australian play, written in 2013 by acclaimed playwright Hannie Rayson. Extinction tells the tale of four characters, a vet, zoologist, ecologist and a mining executive, interwoven together by an endangered tiger quoll. Don’t be fooled by the notion this play is about three passionate conservationists pitted against a mining company executive wanting to destroy the habitat. Extinction could never be that simplistic. Rayson has crafted a very mature and challenging play. This is a play about relationships interwoven with emotions, ecology, the environment and ego, a recipe that makes Extinction so compelling. Set in Southern Victoria the central star (unbilled) is an endangered tiger quoll. As fate would have it, our star is hit and injured by a motorist one very dark and stormy night. What unfolds from that chance and fateful meeting will trigger a domino of events involving power, ego, money, lust, mortality and ideological chest thumping, all designed to challenge the audience as we confront the many moral-dilemmas so skilfully crafted by Rayson. Whilst there only four actors on stage, the five stars of this production carry the story strongly. Harry Jewell, (Mark Chivers) the mining executive, who unwittingly hits and injures, whilst driving a country road, our leaving lady, the tiger quoll one stormy night. His marriage is dissolving before his eyes, his relationship with his daughter is not looking good, Harry is facing his own battle for survival. Unfortunately, the battle to save our leading lady, the injured tiger quoll ends badly. Jewell rushes the injured quoll to the nearest veterinary clinic where research assistant, Dr Piper Ross (Julia Allman) administers first aid to our star. Andy Dixon, (CJ Bowers) a young hipster vet returns to takeover the care for our injured quoll and euthanises our star. Perhaps prematurely, but as we discover later Andy is facing a question of his own mortality. Andy’s sister, Professor Heather Dixon-Brown, (Lisa Jones) is locked in a constant battle for funding for the University

Research Department she heads along with a quest for emotional satisfaction in her personal life. I won’t unfold the plot too much more, but needless to say, whilst our tiny leading lady, the tiger quoll, faced her own battle for mortality in scene one, the rest of the cast battled ego, power, sex, conservation and their own personal, physical or professional mortality in the following eleven scenes. Superficially you may think this work to be a little ‘preachy’, but Rayson has skilfully woven a diverse mixture of themes and humor through her play, challenging the audience with moral-dilemmas creating a very mature and thought-provoking play. There is no hero, nor villain, right or wrong, you decide for yourself, because the only victim in this production is the tiny tiger quoll. Through no fault of her own, she is facing extinction. While we all have a part to play in her future, the part we play will depend upon the moral-dilemmas we are challenged by and our openness to accept the outcomes. The themes are very mature, confronting and challenging, we are drawn down a path that leads us to make a decision in the dying moments of the production. We all have a responsibility, and while there’s life there’s hope. Cath Willacy has faithfully captured to essence of Extinction. Her cast equally delivered a steady pace with enough emotional light and shade to keep us engaged. The nervous energy associated with opening night was on display, a few lines stumbled, but overall a very professional, credible, and powerful performance. Live theatre is very much alive and well here in Cairns. Cath Willacy’s production of Extinction proves that our theatre craft is set for a long and healthy life and is not confronting issues of its own mortality. The production is over two hours in duration with an intermission. Staging is clever with scenery created through projection; this production is ideally suited to the Rondo Theatre. This is a production worthy of support and deserving of sell-out crowds. Extinction continues until Saturday July 10; tickets are available from Ticketlink. www.Ticketlink.com.au

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AND SUPPORTED Nicola Hewitt-Stubbs is an early learning educator at Djarragun College who, after ten years of practice, has become quite adept in engaging five and six-year-olds in their learning. Nikki, as she is known to her fellow college staff, co-teaches the Prep and Year 1 pupils at Djarragun, particularly specialising in subjects of Mathematics and English. The lower-primary classroom environment has recently been refurbished and now includes a breezy verandah and dedicated, shaded play area complete with plenty of greenery. Utilising the whole space and rotating her pupils regularly between tasks, Nikki says, is vital for capturing and retaining their interest to learn. “When setting up my classroom, I try to ensure that there are lots of different learning spaces, which include comfy reading areas, tables for sitting and standing, and areas appropriate for group and individual work,” she says. The students’ daily routine commences with ‘circle time’, a quiet opportunity for internal reflection, which doubles as a chance for Nikki to gauge their outlook on the day ahead. As the timetable progresses, the curriculum becomes

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quite dynamic, and the cheerful but concentrated students find themselves participating, self-paced, in a variety of activities. These include developing sight-word recall and memory proficiency through card games, practising numeracy skills, or even improving fine motor skills by deconstructing and reconstructing old electronics equipment. “Students get the opportunity to work one-on-one or in a small, focused group with either myself or my excellent Teacher Aide. This exposes them to a range of enjoyable activities, adjusted to their individual level, and allows me to cater for all of their interests and needs,” Nikki says. Nikki is no stranger to a diversity of culture. She was raised in East Africa, educated in the United Kingdom, and completed her tertiary studies here in Australia. This cosmopolitan journey has nurtured her value for preserving and celebrating culture, something that she weaves into the fabric of her classroom and the curriculum. “I am always looking to incorporate First Nations culture into my teaching practices, from the books we read to collectively

discovering cultural knowledge by engaging with the First Nations staff and senior students here at Djarragun,” she says. “I personally learn something new from my students every day, particularly through the stories they share.” The most enjoyable aspect to her work, according to Nikki, is witnessing the rapid academic and personal progress made by her students term upon term, year upon year. Nikki has found that by focusing on their strengths, her pupils have been able to learn at a pace that regularly exceeds her expectations. “My students’ enthusiasm for learning is contagious, and their joyful attitudes light up my day,” she says, cheerfully. “I believe, fundamentally, that every child deserves an education, and I hope to unlock as many doors as possible for all the children that I teach.” It seems that at least one of Nikki’s young students, Kyleisha, has caught her fervor for educating. “My dream is to be a teacher because it would be fun to be a leader for little kids,” she says. “I want to keep coming to school. If I do that, and read at home with my nan every night, I can be a teacher!”

Enrolments for lower-primary school at Djarragun College are now open. The College is also facilitating campus open days for interested parents and students on the 3rd of September and 15th of October 2021. To enquire further, please contact college admin staff on (07) 4043 3777.

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Family-friendly cycling the goal PETER MCCULLAGH EVERY day, thousands of Cairns residents and visitors take to the hundreds of kilometres of pathways and cycleways in our region. With an absence of hills in our city, cycling proves to be an efficient method of transport and well as healthy family-oriented recreation. Cairns Regional Council would like to know which off-road pathways are your family favourite. Council’s Let’s Roll Cairns project aims to promote safe, family-friendly pathways to the wider community. Submissions must be suitable for young families with children under 10 and be accessible for all. Cairns Mayor Bob Manning said Let’s Roll Cairns aimed to build confidence and promote safe routes to improve children’s riding skills. “Whether riding for commuting, fitness or fun, Cairns is mostly flat and lots of roads are bike friendly. There are also plenty of off-road bike paths,” Cr Manning said. “Families value safe places to teach children to ride a bike or scooter

or roller skates in the natural surrounds of their local neighbourhood. “Perhaps there are family members or friends requiring

mobility devices or who need to push prams who miss out on exploring the neighbourhood simply because they are not aware of the location

such as compressors, this is a different matter. It is suggested that you complete a logbook stating the date, the distance travelled, and the purpose of the trip. An example whereby a logbook is essential is that of a disability support worker who travels from client to client. The claims will be justified and beneficial to the taxpayer by having those documents and therefore result in a bigger refund or a lesser liability. Another major area of concern of the ATO is that of claiming the internet and mobile phone expenses for work purposes. The taxpayer is required to maintain a logbook of 4 weeks to indicate the percentage for work related expenses. This is somewhat onerous but essential. The same applies to working from home, particularly during the COVID-19 era, whereby many employees are required to work from home. There are many claims allowable in this situation. As an example, electricity may be claimed along with the internet, mobile phone expenses, and other items such as

desks or computer accessories. The ATO will be scrutinizing these claims rather thoroughly because taxpayers will probably try to claim expenses that they are not really entitled to or they do not have the necessary documentation. Bear in mind that the ATO has very sophisticated software to detect likely fraudulent claims. If you do get a tax audit do not panic all you need to do is to provide the necessary documentation and you will have no problems. However, if you have made fraudulent or what is commonly called “creative accounting” claims, you are very likely to have the ATO applying penalties for falsifying your tax claims. In summary, it is suggested that you have all the documentation and be very thorough in your record-keeping. Do not falsify your return!

Tax tips to maximise your return DR RAY HAMEY Preparing your own tax return might seem to be a cheap way for filing your income tax claims. Tax agents (accountants who have the licence to prepare tax returns) also have a duty of care to prevent you from doing anything stupid as far as the Australia Taxation Office (ATO) is concerned. Note that the data is collected by the ATO and your particular claims are compared to somebody else with a similar income and occupation. If you are claiming motor vehicle expenses, you simply cannot make things up. You need to have documentary evidence over 12 consecutive weeks or longer or at least a logbook showing that distance travelled. The latter method is for short distances under 5000 km per year. The purpose of the journey must be for work purposes and not simply going to and from work. However, if you are required (note required) to carry bulky tools such as a painter carrying trestles or a plumber carrying large tools

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of accessible pathways. “Unfortunately, in recent years there has been a notable drop in children under 10 riding a bicycle in a typical

week, falling from 51.5 per cent in 2017 to 26.9 per cent in 2019. “Hopefully by promoting these family favourite path-

ways we can turn that decline around.” Pathways must be sealed as wheels come in many forms – bikes, scooters, wheelchairs, roller skates, handcycles and prams. The fewer road crossings the better and the length of the route can be 500m or 5km. Pathways can be registered by submitting the starting point with a brief description of what was discovered on the way. Council will then map, film and explore the route to showcase your favourite paths to everyone. To submit your favourite family-friendly riding route visit Council’s Have Your Say page on the website or email directly to communityservices@cairns.qld.gov. au before 9 August 2021. This project is proudly supported by the Queensland Government Bike Riding Encouragement Program Community Grants Scheme.

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Supporting Cassowary Coast Sports Stars

CASSOWARY Coast Regional Council is on the search for this year’s 2021 applicants for the Youth Sportstar Bursary Grant. The grant was launched last year, as an annual initiative to encourage and sustain sporting opportunities in the Cassowary Coast Region for youth aged between 8 to 18 years old. The young sporting talent in last year’s nominations exceeded all expectations in both in quality and quantity. Cassowary Coast Regional Councillor and Community and Culture portfolio holder Trudy Tschui said the Council and community should be proud to have a region of young people demonstrating commitment and achievements to in many cases, more than one sport. “Important values such as boosted self-esteem, respect, team work and improved communication skills are essential values which children gain from being involved in both individual or team sports. “Participating in sport develops a strong sense of character and community. As modelled by last year’s athletes awarded the grant, many of them feel pride in being a role model or mentor to their younger peers. It is evident how nurtured their skills were in this region and they in turn, are extremely proud to represent the Cassowary Coast region at state or national sporting meets. “We want to continue to recognise the youth potential in this region by creating and sustaining opportunities for those junior athletes through the Youth Sportstar Bursary Grant,” Councillor Tschui said. Last year the grant for Senior Sports Female was awarded to Sasha-May Flegler for her significant achievements in Touch Football, Athletics, Cross Country, Swimming, Softball and Tennis. Past recipients have included athletes from a vast selection of sports including Netball, Soccer, Athletics, Surf Lifesaving, Swimming, Rugby and Triathlon. The grant consists of six bursaries and recipients for each bursary will be awarded $750 and a branded polo shirt. The grant aims to recognise significant sporting achievements in the following six criteria: ● Junior Sports Female (Age 8-12) ● Junior Sports Male (Age 8-12) ● Senior Sports Female (Age 13-18) ● Senior Sports Male (Age 13-18) ● Junior Indigenous Sports Person (Age 8-12) ● Senior Indigenous Sports Person (Age 13-18) Nominations for Council’s Youth Sportstar Bursary Grant are now open and nominations will close Friday July 30 at 4:30pm. To find out more information please visit: https://www.cassowarycoast. qld.gov.au/our-community/funding-grants/sports-bursary-program

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FRIDAY Kickstart: Cazalys Cairns, 6:15pm Deadly Vibz Hip Hop Party {870 Culture / 870 BOYZ Label launch}: Elixir Music Bar, 7:00pm Andrea Live: Thirsty Flamingo, 5:00pm Kim Settle: Roo Bar & Grill, 6:30pm 8 Ball Aitken: Mission Beach Blues Bar, 7:00pm Jeremy Marou: Alex Lloyd and Brad Butcher, Tanks Arts Centre, 7:30pm Big Noise: Bar36 @ The Reef Hotel Casino, 9:00pm Lucky Phil: Cairns Cruising Yacht Squadron, 3:00pm

SATURDAY Mr Smith: Cazalys Cairns, 6.15pm ODYSSEUS / FOREST / POLYMANTRA: Elixir Music Bar, 2:00pm Tommy See Poy and crew: Elixir Music Bar, 8:00pm Andrea Live: Pullman Palm Cove, 3:00pm The Ten Tenors: Cairns Convention Centre, 7:00pm Maggie Slater + Jelly Oshen + Matilda Duncan: Laneway, 7:00pm Tony George: Bar36 @ The Reef Hotel Casino, 9:00pm

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Amazing Culture, Music & Dance

SUNDAY Rebecca Langtree: The Benson Hotel, 2:00pm 8 Ball Aitken: Elixir Music Bar, 2:00pm Andrea & Louie: Palm Cove SLSC, 1:00pm Jeremiah Johnson: Sauce Brewing Co, 3:30pm Nikki Doll: The Stratford Deli, 4:00pm Fingerprint: Bar36 @ The Reef Hotel Casino, 7:30pm Phil Jamieson: Edge Hill Tavern, 5:00pm Jessy Lynch: Elixir Music Bar, 6:30pm

Are you a venue or an artist that wants to be listed in the Gig Guide? Find the Gig Guide link on our website www.CairnsLocalNews.com.au submit your gig each week to be listed in Friday’s paper.

A COLOURFUL night of culture music and dance comes to the Cairns Performing Art Centre Friday July 23. Koreri Music Concept and Culture is a two-hour celebration of West Papua Melanesian contemporary music. Featuring international star Irene Dimara and supported by the best musicians from PNG and dancers from West Papua.

This is something new in Cairns entertainment, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to experience this exquisite performance live in a packed program of music and dancing, designed specifically for audience. When: Friday July 23 Where: CPAC Time: 7.30pm Tickets: www.ticketlink.com.au

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GREAT EVENTS THIS WEEKEND For more information on the many great events in our region visit www.CairnsLocalNews.com.au/community-noticeboard

EXTINCTION: The Rondo Theatre

A wild, rainy night and an injured tiger quoll bring together a passionate environmentalist and an unlikely Good Samaritan. What will be compromised in the quest to save the quoll? Nothing is black and white in this intriguing story about love, sex, money and power. ‘Extinction’ delves deep into the heart of our own morals, choices and tightly-held convictions, wrapping an important conservation message around a unique and personal human story. And as it’s a Hannie Rayson play, expect to hear some funny, cutting lines too! Friday and Saturday night Rondo Threatre Cairns Full details: www.ticketlink.com.au

JEREMY MAROU, ALEX LLOYD AND BRAD BUTCHER: Tanks Arts Centre

Alex Lloyd, Jeremy Marou, Brad Butcher. Three mates with three different music careers are taking the campfire singalongs to the stage. Alex Lloyd is best known for his four top ten albums. Brad Butcher has already won a Golden Guitar for New Talent Of The Year at Tamworth, and Country Song Of The Year in the 2018. Jeremy Marou from Busby Marou’s success includes millions of global streams, top 20 airplay & four ARIA Charting albums.

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KITTY FLANAGAN LIVE: CPAC Theatre You’ve seen her on Fisk, Utopia and Have You Been Paying Attention? She wrote a best-selling book called 488 Rules for life.

But now, after a year at home drinking hand sanitiser & tonic, Kitty Flanagan is finally back on stage doing what (she thinks) she does best, solving the world’s problems. All of them. Get involved! Friday and Saturday 8pm CPAC www.ticketlink.com.au

THE TEN TENORS

The TEN Tenors pack 25 years of fun into one night with a 25th anniversary tour Australia’s premier vocal group The TEN Tenors are bursting back onto stages across Australia this July with a special 25th Anniversary tour - their biggest one ever. The song list will feature all the favourites including Bohemian Rhapsody, Hallelujah, Perfect, In my Life, Here’s to the Heroes, Pearl Fishers Duet, Funiculì, Funiculà, Largo AL Factotum, Nessun Dorma - plus their three most requested medleys. Saturday 7pm Cairns Convention Centre www.ticketlink.com.au

PHIL JAMIESON: Edge Hill Tavern

To kick off a new year and a new chapter of creativity, Phil Jamieson announces the release of new singles ‘Kapow!’ and ‘Rubberband’. Two tracks that highlight Jamieson’s talents as an emotive songwriter and storyteller, also featuring additional guitars and production courtesy of Davey Lane (You Am I), this new music is a perfect addition to what has become an impressive and enduring body of work. Sunday 9.30am - 11am Esplanade Cairns www.facebook.com/events/1696420423883194

Friday - Limited tickets available Tanks Arts Centre Full details: www.tanksartscentre.com

The Wooden Boat Association of Cairns is proud to present the 18th Tinaroo Raid. If you love Wooden Boats of all Kinds - Canoes, Rowboats, Steamboats, Putt Putt Inboard, Sailing Dinghies and Trailer Sailors

WHERE: Tinaroo Sailing Club, Black Gully Road WHEN: Friday 16th July through to Sunday 18th July. THEME: Christmas in July COME AND ENJOY THE FUN. • Camping is available: Fees will be collected on the day. • Sailing Club rules apply (N.B, No Dogs). • Numbers may be limited by COVID restrictions so booking is essential. • Racing Rules are available upon request from the WBAC. • New members are warmly welcomed

PROGRAMME FRIDAY AFTERNOON: Afternoon Pleasure cruise across the Lake. SATURDAY MORNING: Peculiar Propulsion Race Paddling / Rowing Race Cairns Motor Boat Club Seagull Outboard Motor Race

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SATURDAY AFTERNOON: Concourse D’Elegance SATURDAY EVENING: Yuletide Campfire Conviviality SUNDAY MORNING: Informal Enjoyment of Natural Surroundings prior to Regretful Return to Reality.

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True or False. The American Muslim minister and human rights activist Malcolm X was born Malcolm Little?

“I have a dream that one day on the red hills of Georgia, the sons of former slaves and the sons of former slave owners will be able to sit down together at the table of brotherhood.” These are words from a speech delivered by in 1963 by who?

The Incas worshipped a Sun God. They believed the Sun Gold bought them crops and provided security. Who was their Sun God?

Who was born from an egg on a mountain top and proclaimed himself ‘Great Sage, Equal of Heaven.’?

In Maori mythology, who was the Earth Mother?

Who was his wife?

The ancient Aztecs worshipped a God of War and Sun. Who was that god?

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Who was the Roman God for the Seas?

According to Aboriginal Dreamtime, who is the great life giver and protector of water?

What was the 5th of the 10 Commandments?

Who was the first Archbishop of Canterbury?

The Kurdaitcha Man wears special shoes that leave no trace. What are the shoes made from?

Who is considered to be the Patron Saint of Animals?

In 1968 the Beatles visited a spiritual learning camp run by an Indian guru. Name that guru?

In what religion is the cow considered sacred?

Some one who cannot confirm nor deny the existence of god is considered to be…?

Who wrote in 1842, “religion is the opium of the people”?

Who wrote the book, Chariots of the Gods?

In Greek mythology who was the King of the gods?

How many days and nights did it rain during the Great Flood?

Who painted the Last Supper?

Name the island home to 1000 giant statues?

In Shinto, the Sun Goddess is the mythical ancestor of the Japanese Imperial Family. Who is the Sun Goddess?

Who is considered to be the first Catholic Pope?

Who was the Egyptian God of the Underworld?

What religion was ex-Australian Prime Minister, Paul Keating?

The Great Sphinx at Giza featuring a lion’s body and a human head is said to represent which Egyptian God?

Brother Sun, Sister Moon is a 1972 film about the life of which Catholic Saint?

The Feast of Passover commemorates which significant event?

The ninth month of the Muslim calendar is a month where fasting and abstinence is observed, name that religious celebration?

1. Neptune, 2. Thou shall not kill, 3. St Francis of Assisi, 4. Agnostic, 5. Zeus, 6. Easter Island, 7. Osiris, 8. Isis, 9. Huitzilopochtli, 10. Inti, 11. The Rainbow Serpent, 12. St Augustine of Canterbury, 13. Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, 14. Karl Marx, 15. 40 days and 40 nights, 16. Amaterasu, 17. Catholic, 18. True in 1925, 19. Martin Luther King, 20. Monkey, Son Goku, 21. Papatuanuku, 22. Woven feathers and human hair and treated with blood, 23. Hinduism, 24. Erich von Daniken, 25. Leonardo da Vinci, 26. Pope Peter, 27. Ra-Horakhty the powerful sun god, 28. St Francis of Assisi, 29. The exodus of the Children of Israel from Egypt by Moses, 30. Ramadan.

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AQUARIUS: On July 11, Mercury will enter your selfless sixth house, inspiring you to gear your mentality toward helping others and showing your fluency in the language of “acts of service”. By the time Mercury forms a trine with Jupiter in your sensual second house on July 12, you might find that showing your love by beyond a provider, engaging in gift exchanges, and showing a commitment to your partnership will help your love shine brightest of all.

GEMINI: You may be feeling a little more confident and self-assured this week, thanks to the fact that Mercury is now transiting your second house of self-esteem as of July 11. When Mercury joins forces with Jupiter in your flashy tenth house on July 12, it may just cause our reputation to go viral. People will be talking about you and your popularity could soar. Don’t be surprised if your dating apps are getting way more hits and cuties are sliding into your DMs.

LIBRA: You may feel more assertive than usual, thanks to the fact that, on July 11, Mercury will enter your authoritative tenth house. This may encourage you to not only take control of your goals, but also your love life. You may find yourself taking the lead in a relationship. And by July 12, Mercury will form a trine with practical Jupiter, encouraging you to come up with logical steps toward improving your relationships.

PISCES: You may find that you’re feeling more flirtatious and prone to romance this week. After all, on July 11, Mercury will enter your passionate fifth house, stimulating your desire for something magical. By the time that Mercury forms a trine with Jupiter in Pisces on July 12, you may even notice that you’re inspiring romance in others, attracting lovers like moths to your flame.

CANCER: As of July 11, Mercury will enter Cancer, helping you think more clearly and confidently. You may feel more in touch with who you are, helping you find someone who loves you for who you are. As Mercury forms a trine with Jupiter in your expansive ninth house on July 12, your whole perspective of life and all its splendors is glowing with potential, including your potential to fall in love.

ARIES: When Mercury enters your empathetic fourth house on July 11, it will intensify your need for emotional connection in your conversations with a lover. Go beyond intellectual curiosity and create a safe space for one another where you can both be vulnerable. By July 12, Mercury will trine Jupiter in your spiritual twelfth house, which will only increase your capacity for intuitive connection. You may find yourself getting to know someone much more deeply and allowing trust to build in the process. TAURUS: Your ability to be witty and clever is really off the charts this week. After all, on July 11, Mercury will enter your charismatic third house, tapping into your desire for intellectual stimulation in your love life. Make you and your lover laugh with your hilarious way with words. As Mercury forms a trine with Jupiter in your eleventh house of community on July 12, you may be making a lot of new friends (and meeting new lovers in the process).

LEO: You may feel quieter and contemplative this week, thanks to the fact that Mercury is entering your twelfth house of the subconscious as of July 11. If you don’t have the right words for how you feel, there’s no need to speak on what doesn’t need to be said. As Mercury forms a trine with Jupiter in your intimate eighth house on July 12, you may prioritize more emotional interactions over superficial ones. Let your heart lead the way.

SCORPIO: You’re connecting more deeply with your inner adventurer by July 11. Mercury will activate your spontaneous ninth house, encouraging you to take a leap of faith and open your mind to something different. This will help you connect with your lover over topics that were previously unknown to you. As Mercury forms a trine with Jupiter in your creative fifth house on July 12, the passionate energy burning between you and a lover will be majorly apparent through your conversations. SAGITTARIUS: As of July 11, Mercury will slide into your dark and probing eighth house, shifting your perspective toward depth and emotional truth. You may feel drained by superficial small talk as you crave conversations that are willing to touch on well-kept secrets and honest opinions. As Mercury forms a trine with Jupiter in your nurturing fourth house on July 12, it’s clear that letting down your guard and allowing yourself to be known will only leave you feeling understood. CAPRICORN: As of July 11, Mercury will be stimulating your seventh house of partnerships, putting you in a beautiful position to focus on your significant other (or dating around if you happen to be single). Set aside time for one person so that you can connect without the influence of others. By July 12, Mercury will trine Jupiter in your chatty third house, encouraging you to discuss fascinating topics and show off your intellectual chops. Being smart is sexy.

VIRGO: Your ability to socialize and work a room is receiving a boost this week. When Mercury enters your extroverted eleventh house on July 11, you may be up for accepting invitations to party, mingle, and get to know others. This energy will be especially intense by July 12, when Mercury forms a trine with Jupiter in your relationship sector. You may find yourself turning a friendship into something so much more interesting.

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HALF MOON BAY Golf Tuesday June 29 Ladies: P Shay 38, T O’Brien 37, G Chillemi 37 Men: F Chillemi 40, P Bell 38, R Horo 38 Wednesday June 30 Men’s Div1: M Betlinksi 41, P Wright 37, I Kerr 37 Div2: A Armstrong 40, V Sandilant 38, D Themos 35 Ladies: H Phillips 35 Friday July 2 Men’s: Div1: P Yelland 20, G Mayes 20, B Sheehan 18 Div2: L Law 19, S Blackwell 19, L Edwards 18 Ladies: C Atkinson 20, L Campbell 15 Saturday July 3 Men’s: Div1: A Gates 68, T McCarthy 69, P Frier 70 Div2: P Bennett 66, R Kettle 68, C Johnstone 69 Div3: L Leonard 67, G Cook 70, M Gossip 72 Ladies: R Smith 64, L Hughes 68, L Duncan 69 Sunday July 4 Men’s: Div1: B Tait 35, B Campbell 34 Div2: G Fry 39, J Sheppard 37 Ladies: A Watson 32

ATHERTON GOLF Thursday Ladies played a stroke event sponsored by G Steventon. Winning on 71 nett was Mel Pensini and runner-up on a countback was Kerry Williamson on 76 nett. Friday Chook Run Winner Lloyd Jones & caddie 13 pts visiting from Rowes Bay Golf Club. Runner-up Pup 12 pts, 3rd Meathook 12 pts. Saturday July 3 Monthly Medal, sponsored by Tableland Pumps & Pipes Rural, was hotly contested by 21 ladies. Winning with another terrific score was Mel Pensini with 68 nett, runner-up also went to Kerry Williamson with 71 nett and 3rd was Sam Duck with 73 nett. Pin shots went to 3 Michelle Pearsall, 9 Dee Jierasak, 11 Lorraine Doolan and 18 Heather Beaven. Least putts went to Kerry with a great 24 putts. Many thanks to Luke and the TPP&R crew for your continued Sponsorship. Medal winner for the 2nd time in 3 months Chris McClarty 67 nett. A-grade winner Jenko 70 nett from Jamie McLoughlin 71 nett B-grade winner Ian Toward 69 nett,from Scotty Whybird 70 nett C-grade winner Michael Van-Cuylenburg 70 nett from Mark Johnson 71 nett NTPs 3 C.McClarty, 9 Irish,11 H.Flynn,18 Stevo Best Gross P.Henricks 73 nett.

JACK HIGH MOSSMAN MEN’S & LADIES BOWLS CLUB Saturday July 3 36 Bowlers for Jackpot Bowls. Steve Cue/Peter Fairchild/Joe Girgenti a draw against Col Johnson/Peter Gorsuch/Dave Egan 21-21; David White/Gordon Azapardi/Col Maxted d Charlie Toohey/Col Widdows/Gordon Henderson 23-21; Gary Watts/Geoff Sims/Tony Brlyack d Doug Pitt/Daryl Hoskins/ Brian Sims 22-20; Chris Payne/George Wilmot/John Arnold d John Cochrane/Brock Girgenti/David Pumpa 21-19; in the Club Championship Triples, Bernie Wolland/Nev Tesch/Terry Richards d David Blain/SAS/Nev Fletcher 29-20; and the winners for the day, John Fleming/John White/Jim Geddes d Billy Smith/Ken Dunn/Jack Light 26-17. Thank you to the members that turned up last Thursday night for Social Bowls. A great time was had by all. In the Club Championship Triples game scheduled for Saturday 10 July, Bernie Wolland/Nev Tesch/Terry Richards vs Mick Frese/Chris Payne/Dick Pitt. . Jackpot Bowls this Saturday with names in by 12 noon with card call at 12.45pm. For anyone interested in playing bowls, either for the first time or returning to the game, contact David White on 0407 630 759.

Ladies Results June 28 Our Pennant teams at home were beaten by Edmonton with an aggregate of 6pts. Good game. 1st July. Raffle won by Carole Maxted. Winners were Margaret Cooper, Honey Coysh, and Carmen Bolton, 2W+11. R.Ups were Margaret Smith and Trish Arnold, 2W+9. Last week in the Club Championship Fours, Carole Maxted was a reserve for Angie Fleming. Ladies, please keep an eye on the board for when our Xmas In July is happening. Break out your Xmas clothes for a fun day of some bowls and entertainment. I’ll advise next week. Any ladies wishing to learn to bowl, free coaching is available. Contact: Carole Maxted caroles44bb@dodo.com. au or 0400 954 537

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Ladies Social Bowls and Championship Results: Thursday July 1, Mixed Social bowls Numbers winners were Anna Rosko and Yvonne Bolton. R/U: Russell Lamb and Irene Crampton. Burkin Svendsens sponsored Classic fours was conducted at Edge Hill on Sunday July 4. Sixteen teams competed in four games of 10 ends. Overall winners with 4 wins +34 was G. Buttigieg, D. Hester, L. Lewis and V. Welland. 2nd place with 3 wins +22 were D. Charman, C. Scott, J. Baird, and K. O’Halloran. 3rd place with 3 wins +8 were D. Begg, T. Arnold, L. Ceely and C. Thompson. Round winners for Round 1 were J Alexander ‘s team, Round 2 L Backhouse’s team, Round 3 Jan Bowman’s team. Round 4 D Quinn’s team. Men’s Mixed Social Bowls: Tuesday June 29, Social bowls winners were Jim Ryan and Kim Mitchell R/U: Russell Lamb and Val Still. Tuesday and Wednesday night were washed out. Saturday July 3, Social bowls winners were Anna Rosko, Wayne Hunter and Mac Smith R/U: Jeff Mason, John Parker and Jeannie Wild. Saturday Jackpot $1000 not won. Social bowls will continue Tuesday (Day and Night) and Wednesday night triples. Saturday July 10 will see the District playoff for Champion of Club Champion Fours. They will be played from 1:00pm at Edge Hill. 2021 Pennant Season: Sunday July 11, The Mixed Pennant (Section 2) will continue at Marlin Coast. Edge Hill will play Marlin Coast and Edmonton play West Cairns with winner thru to the finals on July 26. Edge Hill Club Championship Games. The Club Pairs Semi Final played between A. Hammond and B. Cribbin defeat F Obah and L Braggins 23-18 now play W Petrohilos and P Lee in the final this week. 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 if the club is closed.

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From a hobby to a dream come true BERTA PEREZ-BERMUDEZ CANDELA

FOR many athletes, the transition from playing for fun to playing for your future can be a gradual process. For Cairns Taipan’s bigman, Mirko Djeric, it was the World Championships in Lithuania where he realised that playing basketball was no longer a hobby it was his future. As a 17-year-old playing for Australia at the 2012 World Basketball Championships, the game took a turn and became his future and a career. The tournament was memorable for many reasons. Djeric is Australian born, his parents migrated from Croatia to Australia in 1993. In the semi-finals Australia played Serbia with local media really playing up the Serbia v Croatia angle of this matchup. Born and raised in Western Sydney, Djeric’s introduction to basketball started early in life. “I started when I was five

years old, because my dad used to play. “Since I started I always wanted one thing and it’s just to play basketball, and I don’t see it as a job at all today”. After years playing in many teams around the world, in 2019, Djeric, joined the Cairns Taipans in the NBL League. With the NBL currently in the off season, he is playing for the Cairns Marlins, MBO League to keep his fitness and skills sharp for the coming NBL season. “You don’t have to play for the Marlins, but I just decided to stay in Cairns because I love it. It’s awesome and we’re playing at The Fish Tank and it’s good fun”. He is training individually every day to keep himself fit but because it is an off season league, they play twice a week as a team. As a professional player, routine is a key, even more so before a game. “On game day, we go to the stadium to shoot around a bit and train-

ing, after that, I like to have a nice little lunch like pasta, have an hour nap and listen to some Serbian music to prepare myself mentally”, he says. It’s really nice to see how

slowly “our normal life is returning back”, after a year of craziness due to COVID. The 2020/21 NBL season was supposed to start in October, however with the ever-changing lock-down

and COVID restrictions the season started late, with constantly changing schedules along with extended periods in hotels away from home and team ‘bubbles’. “We were in Melbourne for a whole month, it was pretty difficult and a bit tricky, but we are lucky because we had a good group”, Djeric says. Where he is today as a 26-year-old is not because of luck, behind every game and every day, is discipline, a lot of effort, hard work and sacrifices. “To this day I don’t think I have ever been on a holiday, because every off-season I want to just train and play and get better for next season” he says. When speaking to teenagers and younger athletes Djeric stresses the most important thing is just to do what you love most, “where the biggest joy for you comes from”. He says, “you need to be really focused, don’t get distracted, take it seriously and

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MATCH REPORT Mudcrabs During the weekend both Crabs squads took on the Cairns Wanderers in what were integral matchups for both squads. For the men, it was the chance to avenge their only loss of the season, round 1 to Wanderers. The men’s team were relentless on their way to a 34-0 shutout of the Wanderers. The Mudcrabs did it tough, missing front-row stalwarts Sam Taylor and Shadrach Cane-Toby. But the boys didn’t miss a beat with front rower Zac Bryan stepping up in their absence putting in a dominant display. Jarrod White (Diesel) also played well at No.8 and Aidan Daley starred in his last game for the club. The women suffered a 26-5 loss against the team they beat in last year’s Grand Final. Despite strong efforts from Moera Blair and Anita Pere the team found it hard to keep the ball to string attacking opportunities together. They did well on defence but succumbed to the mountain of possession given to their opposition. It was a learning opportunity for a young crabs’ squad looking to go back-to-back in the 2nd year of the women’s competition. The men are hoping to make it 7 straight this Saturday 11/07/2021 at 1.30pm at the Crabpot, Yorkey’s Knob. The women also look to bounce back this Saturday at 3:00pm following the men’s game.

Mudcrab’s Halia Cowley (left) and Teresa Cowley (right) Name: Halia Cowley Age: 17 Nickname/s: Hal’s or Cookie Position/s: anywhere in the backs Job/occupation: Student Hobbies/interests: playing heaps of different sports Crab you’re most looking forward to playing with this year and why: Getting to play with my mum for the first time because on the field is the only time I get to yell at her.

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just be professional and responsible.” When he is not suited up to play for his Taipans, he loves to hang out with friends, watch Netflix or any sport (especially football) and bring some happiness to his tummy with yummy Serbian or Greek food. He is immensely proud of his family and feels he made it as a professional with their help. “This is not just about me; this is about all of us (family) because their sacrifice helped me to get here.” He confesses that his inspiration and idol apart from his dad and his coaches is Drazen Petrovic, an NBA and European basketball legend. Today, his dream and biggest challenge is to win the NBL title. “I want to win with Cairns, that’s definitely one of my goals”. At the end of the day, his dreams are coming true. “I’m pretty lucky that I can do something that I love and get paid for it”, Djeric said.

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President’s Welcome Welcome to the Cairns Show 2021, it is finally here! This year we celebrate our wonderful community so I would like to start this welcome by acknowledging the Traditional Owners, Members, Volunteers, Sponsors, Local and Regional Communities, Local Businesses, the Cairns Show Staff, Not-forProfit Organisations, the Federal Government, State Government, and the Cairns Regional Council, all of whom have supported The Cairns Show Association through a very challenging period. The spontaneous outpouring of affection and financial support has been overwhelming and we cannot express our gratitude enough. Thanks to our community we have the honour of presenting Cairns and surrounding regions with a wonderful and entertaining Show. A reflection of our cultural heart, we continue to connect the city to the country showcasing an array of exciting competitions, local talent, demonstrations that educate and amuse, farming displays, agricultural goods, arts and crafts that inspire, information about our region and a multitude of fun and exciting stalls around the grounds. May I recommend that you visit our new agricultural display, AG-Venture,

as we strive to strengthen education and awareness of the abundant agricultural and primary industries in our region. The multitude of competitions and entertainment on the Centre Ring can be enjoyed from our Grandstands or you can step into the past and visit our Seven Historical Heritage area. Connect to our exhibitors and see what is on in the 4CA Fred Moule Exhibition Centre or get back to nature at the ABC Far North Horticultural Pavilion. There is so much to do at the show, that one day may not be enough! The Cairns Show is a budget friendly family event because there are so many free things to do. A comprehensive list of free things to do is listed in our Show Guide which is proudly sponsored by Totally Workwear and WIN News. To all the thrill seekers who enjoy the good value of our BONUS DOLLARS, they are available exclusively at the Cairns Showgrounds main gates from the 1st of July to 13th of July. On behalf of the Cairns Show Association we wish you a most enjoyable time at the Cairns Show 2021. Don’t forget your Showbags on your way out! Ian Allen, President of the Cairns Show Association

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TAXI RANKS • Mulgrave Rd. in front of the Cairns Youth & Recreation Centre (Horticulture Pavilion) • Scott Street, near St. Augustine’s College • Corner of Mulgrave Road and Severin Street, next to the main gate

SMOKING Smoking is only permitted in the designated smoking areas. For smoking area locations please see map. Smokers outside these designated areas will be asked to leave the Showgrounds or be fined. No food or drink is allowed in designated smoking areas.

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ACCESSIBLE PARKING Ten accessible parking bays are available in the following locations: • 5 Bays in Severin Street near Mulgrave Road and • 5 Bays in Severin Street outside St. Augustine’s College (near their swimming pool).

LICENCED AREAS Outback Bar, Cairns West Cairns West Rotary Bar, and the Fulton Bar. No alcoholic drinks are allowed outside these areas.

POLICE MESSAGE TO PARENTS LOST CHILD PREVENTION Please report your lost child to the Police Office located under the grandstand near the De Jarlais Member’s Pavilion. Ensure a speedy reunion if your child gets lost by collecting a children’s wrist band. These bands contain important contact information and are available from the Police Stand in the Fred Moule Pavilion. NATIONAL COMPANION CARD The Cairns Show is a participating affiliate of the National Card Scheme. Show the gatekeeper your National Companion Card and your carer can receive free access. EFTPOS CASH OUT (We encourage cashless transactions however ATMs are available) ATM Locations: • Inside the main gate near the Show Office • In the Fred Moule Exhibition Centre • Inside the Scott Street Gate (A $4 transaction charge will apply). BUS STOPS • To the City – Mulgrave Rd, opposite the Main Entrance • From the City – in front of Youth Centre, past the Fred Moule Gates 2

ACCESSIBLE SET-DOWN Corner Mulgrave Road and Severin Street. ACCESSIBLE TOILETS Located next to the Cairns West Rotary Bar and the Fred Moule Exhibition Centre. These toilets are located inside the male and female toilets. A unisex accessible toilet is located at the toilet block next to main arena fence near Sideshow Alley and Animal Nursery. TOILETS • Each end of the Grandstand, • Within the Fred Moule Exhibition Centre. • In the Horticultural Pavilion (Cairns Youth & Recreation Centre). • Near Main Arena fence (Heritage Park). • Near the Outback Bar. • Next to the Cairns West Rotary Bar (Severin Street side).

LOST PROPERTY Visit the show office near the main gate. INFORMATION AND CLOAKROOM Next to the Show office. Volunteers from the Cancer Council Queensland will provide free sunscreen service and look after show goodies for a small fee. All proceeds will go to the Cancer Council Queensland. PARENTS ROOM The Feed and Change Room is open from 10am to 8pm each Show Day run by volunteer members of the Australian Breastfeeding Association. Located near the Animal Nursery on the south side of the main arena. A second Feed and Change room is located in the Fred Moule Exhibition Centre opposite the toilets courtesy of Pakmag. FIRST AID • Medical outpost (Mulgrave Rd) • Centre Ring • Opposite Animal Nursery

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12 noon – 12.30pm Terry Doyle & Rachel Bradley Family Fun Show 1.00pm – 1.30pm Dennis `Dingo’ Dryden Australian Musician and Bush Poet 2.00pm – 2.30pm Terry Doyle & Rachel Bradley Family Fun Show 3.00pm – 3.30pm Mike `The Music Man ‘ 4.30pm – 5.00pm Dennis `Dingo’ Dryden Australian Musician and Bush Poet

Thursday 15th July 2021

12 noon – 12.30pm Terry Doyle & Rachel Bradley Family Fun Show 1.00pm – 1.30pm Dennis `Dingo’ Dryden Australian Musician and Bush Poet 2.00pm – 2.30pm Terry Doyle & Rachel Bradley Family Fun Show 3.30pm – 4.00pm Dennis `Dingo’ Dryden Australian Musician and Bush Poet 4.30pm – 5.00pm Mike `The Music Man ‘

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The ABC Far North – Cairns Show Society bush poetry competition is back due to popular demand! “People have been asking us to bring it back and after a hiatus of a number of years, we are delighted to have bush poetry being celebrated in a competition once again,” says ABC Far North Chief of Staff Fiona Sewell. The response has been wonderful with poets from all over far north Queensland and further afield sending entries to take part. Our judges are Meg Trimble, long time CWA member and bush poetry enthusiast, and former ABC rural reporter and Cairns show member David Howard. “I’m so delighted that this competition is back”, David says.

What has been interesting about the poems in this year’s competition is the different topics people are writing about. “Bush poetry should be about the Australian way of life, but the Australian way of life changes from generation to generation – so we have things about modern day Australia being written about,” Meg Trimble explains. And given the time we’ve had in the last year, poems about Covid 19 have certainly been part of the mix. Winners will be announced at a special Cairns show broadcast on Thursday 15th July. Join Breakfast presenter Kier Shorey and judges Meg Trimble and David Howard from 6.30-9am.

Kier Shorey keeping the judges Meg Trimble and David Howard apart as the judging of the Bush Poetry Competition heats up.

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The Cairns Show Ambassadors include the Showgirl; the Rural Ambassador and the Young Rural Ambassador – all are involved with programs to develop leadership skills; community engagement and promotion of the agricultural show movement.

people from all over the region. It supports our economy and lifts the moral of our city. It’s especially important this year given the challenges faced by local businesses with drops in tourism and the impacts of lockdowns and border closures”. She is passionate about agricultural shows and makes it a rule to volunteer in her local community -she is also an active member of Rotary. Jess is looking forward to the opportunity to promote the Cairns Show and educate our population on the importance of the agricultural show movement. “It’s important if you have skills and enthusiasm for an event like the Cairns Show that you commit to its success — I’m all in. It’s going to be a great year”.

The Cairns Show Rural Ambassador 2021 is Mariah Chiesa who has a long association with shows in our region. A previous Tully Show Miss Showgirl, Mariah runs a beef stud and Brahman cattle operation with her husband Peter and is looking forward to the 2021 show season. “It feels like too much time has passed since the last Cairns show, it’s always an opportunity to catch up with friends, talk industry without judgment and see what the future rural trends are.” — “I’m not the most confident public speaker but I am passionate about agriculture, primary industry and sustainability. People [consumers] need to know that producers are doing everything in their power to deliver quality food to market and are often challenged by the environment, climate, politics, social and personal issues. It’s a tough gig, but I love it.” Mariah says that she is looking forward to working with the Cairns Show Association to ensure the 2021 Show is a huge success; “our industry relies upon these events”.

Our Young Rural Ambassador Award targets young Rural adults who can demonstrate a strong commitment to the Rural industry and a genuine interest in their local Agricultural show movement and our 2021 Young Rural Ambassador Catherine English certainly does that! She is extremely proud that her family have been showing dairy cattle at local shows in the far north for over a hundred years. Dairy farming is in her blood, and she says that she never thinks too much about the amount of work involved, “when you grow up in a dairy farming family, it’s simply your way of life, up early, we all have our jobs and there’s no use complaining. You just need to get on with it.” Bringing that “can do” attitude to the role this year, the Show Association President, Ian Allen, is confident that Catherine will help make the Cairns Show a success. “Catherine’s attitude is representative of all the show ambassadors this year — everyone wants the Show to be successful and will work hard to achieve it.”

Jessica O’Brien, the 2021 Cairns Showgirl is excited - “the Show is such a big event on our local calendar, attracting

If you see our ambassadors at the show this year, please say “hi” and give them your support!

The Cairns Show has been blessed this year with 3 talented Ambassadors coming forward to support and promote this year’s Show.

AG-Venture: Farming for our future Come and see our Cairns Show Crop display Enter the competition to win a family pass to the 2022 show. Learn about some of the crops you might see growing in the north and how to keep our soils healthy. 15

e e r f y n a So m e h t t a o d things to 1 2 0 2 w o Cairns Sh It doesn’t have to be expensive to make the most of your Cairns Show family experience. With a little prior preparation & planning you can enjoy the Cairns Show and keep to your budget. The Cairns show is the largest and the best for a reason, and that reason is the vibrant and diverse community that supports it! The Cairns region is abundant with talented artists, musicians, weavers, dancers, gardeners, photographers, sculptors, sewers, bakers, knitters, farmers, pet keepers…and more! The Cairns Show is a celebration of our community and their hard work, dedication, and unique talents! Join with us to celebrate our region as we come together for three special days: Showcasing beautiful and unique creations, industries, animals and interests • Picnic on the Grandstand - find a prime position upon the breezy heights of our 100-yearold grandstand to soak in the atmosphere and watch the centre ring events. • Meet our Showgirl, Rural & Young Rural Ambassadors as they attend to official show business around the grounds throughout the three days. • Find Puppy love at the dog obedience demonstrations and agility competitions. • Visit ABC FNQ Radio in the Horticulture Pavilion. Write a special note to a Farmer or ask a question on the “Talking to the Farmers Wall.”

• Find out what being a police officer is really about & climb aboard a real-life Police Motorbike in the Fred Moule Exhibition Centre. • See a real-life Blacksmith in action as they create masterpieces in the Seven Historical Heritage Park. • You GOAT this! I’m not kidding! Meet the Goat farmers and discover how fantastic these animals are and how many products goats provide. • Make some noise and cheer on the Pole climbers as they unleash their inner Spiderman to reach the top in record time!

Top Tips for enjoying the Cairns Show! ● Take your own water bottles. (COVID restrictions do not allow us to have portable water taps this year) ● Plan your Show Adventure so you do not miss any highlights. Grab the Cairns Show Guide or visit our website www.cairnsshow.com.au ● Pack a family lunch & snacks, sit together at your favourite place, and talk about what you’ve seen and what’s coming next. ● Get social, take loads of pics, and share your experiences on social media. Let your friends and family know you are at the Cairns Show and having the best time ever.

• Take a selfie with Bindi the dog and get up close and personal with the array of cute farm animals at Melville’s Nursery. • Discover the world of Dairy farming. ‘The friendly cow, all black and white, she gives me milk with all her might!’ • Discover what local rural industries are up to in our region with interactive displays. • Step back in time with the Seven Cairns Heritage Park. Watch beautifully restored machinery in action and meet the people who keep these traditions alive. • Marvel at the Classic cars from the Cairns Historical Car club & meet the owners.

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• Dog Lovers! Check out the Cairns City Kennel Club Dog Sports & agility displays; meet the fourlegged athletes and get up and personal with the many breeds on display! • Marvel at the photographic talent of the region with entries on display at the Cairns Photography Club exhibit. • See some of the finest & creative pottery pieces entered in the handmade pottery competition. • Cavy or Guinea Pig? Come and cheer our junior competitors on as they display and compete with their adored pets! • Talk Turkey with a gobbler in the poultry pavilion! • The Woodchop competition attracts Axemen from all over Australia, it’s an exciting display of precision, power and speed. • Find out what it takes to be a cattle judge and watch the next generation showcase their talents and try their hand in this specialised industry. • There are Studs on show at the Stud Beef Cattle exhibit. Support the junior paraders and judges as they demonstrate their skills & knowledge.

• Visit the WIN News Arts and Craft Pavilion admire the talent and skills of local cake decorators; from wedding Cakes to novelty Birthday creations and everything in between, it’s a sweet inspiration for all! • Enjoy 3 full days of incredible performances from local talent groups at the Cairns Regional Council Community Stage.

• Make sure you slip, slop and slap and visit the Cancer Councils sunscreen station in the Cloakroom near the main entrance. • Is it a cooking demo, a meat exhibition, or a comedy show? Join Stan Cornish & his Magical Meat Team for a load of laughs. • Creepy Crawly! Reptile Education Safety Training Australia - learn about our dangerous residents & how to stay safe around them. • Meet the masters of Bonsai in the horticulture shed; catch a demonstration from the Cairns Bonsai Society. • Discover the joy of Bush Poetry with the ABC Far North Bush poetry competition. Support the entrants and rediscover this lost art!

• See the talented performers of the Woree High School Marching Band! An annual favourite, this hardworking and talented band perform an entertaining mix of traditional and contemporary tunes.

FREEMASONS’ COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITY

It’s no secret that the Freemasons are dedicated to their local community. Outside of their regular Lodge work, the Carpentaria Freemasons can be found either volunteering, fundraising or advocating for the causes they care about. For many decades they’ve gone about their charity work without fanfare, helping to fulfil immediate needs, funding vital equipment, supporting frontline programs and building strong community partnerships. Even in 2020, when fundraising was off limits during the COVID restrictions, the local Freemasons 18

championed two separate grants from Hand Heart Pocket, including $106,000 for the COUCH Wellbeing Centre, enabling people living with cancer to continue to receive telehealth services free of charge during the pandemic. The other was a $10,000 grant for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) in Cairns for essential medical supplies to help the charity continue providing aeromedical and primary health care services to rural and remote patients.To find out more about how the Carpentaria Freemasons are making a difference visit their stand at the Cairns Show.

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• You be the Judge! Vote for your favourite Scarecrow to go in the draw to win a prize from Nuleaf! • Let off some steam at the miniature steam display in the Horticulture section! With incredible attention to detail this display always delights both young and old! • Fancy Feline lovers rejoice; meet the enthusiastic entrants of the Cat Show! • Get involved with the always entertaining Doyle Family Interactive Kids show; Bring your best moves to have a dance & sing along! • Say ‘Hay’ to the Horses in the equestrian competitions at the stables.

• Marvel at the diversity and magnificence of the prize-winning orchids on display. • Oils, Pastels, Watercolours; See the award-winning artworks on display from the regions most talented artists. • Check out the competition! See what other schools are creating and get inspired by the creativity of our junior residents. • Green thumbs - head over to the ABC Horticulture Pavilion and lose yourself in the abundant produce displays! From prize winning pumpkins to a rainbow of honey, discover all that is locally grown, sown, picked, produced, and collected!

• Swing past the Cairns Minerals and lapidary club exhibit in the craft pavilion to discover the incredible world of locally discovered Gems, stones & Minerals. • From motor homes to camper trailers, quad bikes to tractors see the latest trends, technology and machinery – sure to impress the young and young at heart! • The Indigenous Art Gallery is an artistic cultural experience displaying art from children as young as 5 through to adults.

• MSF Sugar put on the best Sugar Cane display – don’t miss it. • We love our farm animals! See all the animals on display as they walk around the centre ring at the Animal Parade on Friday after the Official Opening. • Strike it lucky and pan for gold at the Rocky River mining display in the Seven Heritage Area. • Bundy Kegs - creating amazing things with kegs at the Bundy Keg site in the Seven Historical Heritage Park area • Get the adrenaline going and watch the stunt show of Airtime FMX motorbike stunts in Centre Ring. • Watch Ranger Nick our celebrity Aussie bush cook demonstrate Camp Oven Cooking. He recently claimed a world record title – for what? Ask him at the Seven Heritage Area.

• Jonas Kirk the Artful Bodger will have you mesmerised with his traditional wood turning skills. • Dennis Dingo Dryden a traditional storyteller, bush musician and poet. Don’t miss this very talented performer on the Community Stage and Figtree Area. • The Triple M Esky races are back. It’s going to be a cracker! Support your favourite contestant and cheer them on to take the winning title from Brett Olds (Cairns Regional Council) There will be thrills, spills and lots of laughter, not to be missed! • The WIN News Arts and Crafts Pavilion. Take your time to wander around and view the exhibits. Demonstrations and judging. • AG-Venture - come and see our Cairns Show Crop display. Learn about some of the crops you might see growing in the north and how to keep our soils healthy. Enter the competition to win a

family pass to the 2022 show. • The Equestrian competitions are about the partnership between the horse and rider providing the audience with spell bounding examples of movement, grace, and skill. You don’t have to love horses to enjoy this very popular competition. • Xplosive Arts Fireworks is a Show stopper ending a display that’s spectacular, spellbinding and enthralling, an exciting finish to the end of each show day. • Guy McLean is an Internationally renowned, Australian Horseman & Entertainer. Guy McLean is a rare combination of ‘Young Horse Educator’ and ‘Finished Horse Master’. • The Hit 103.5 Baby Races are back! Watch these cuties crawl their way to a win whilst the crowds cheer them on. Go Baby! Go!

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