Youngsters ‘making a meal of it’ in Mossman

l MOSSMAN

MEALS on Wheels in Mossman is a shining example of the community spirit that exists in a farming town that is the engine room of the Douglas Shire and the gateway to the world’s oldest rainforest. This service, which has done so much fine work by and for locals, has now been operating for 50 years.

A couple of local youngsters Luka and Kayla, whose grandparents enjoy their dinner times as a result of Meals on Wheels, decided to give back by helping to establish a garden with the added support from businesses in Mossman.

As a result of their efforts and the generosity of these local organisations, the Meals

On Wheels garden now boasts taro, tomatoes, cucumbers, chives, shallots, pumpkin, sweetcorn and herbs and better still, these are all being used when preparing the meals.

Mark Trezise, who also helped with the project, told me just how amazed he was when asking around for supplies. “People didn’t even question it” he said, “they just said sure, no problem, what do you need?”

Those involved would like to thank everyone for their kind donations, including Fay from Raw and More for her premium garden soil, Mick Kelly from Mossman Agricultural for the fertiliser, Douglas Shire Council for the garden mulch and Aore and Don Groves for helping out with the construction materials.

It should also be mentioned that Moss- man Bowls Club generously provides financial donations to support Meals on Wheels and has done so for many years.

Meals on Wheels Mossman delivers meals on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. They are always looking for volunteers to assist the chef, package meals and of course help with the deliveries.

A session could be for two hours, as an example, but doing this even once a month would be greatly appreciated. If you would like to help, please contact Jill on 0488 973 436

Well, that’s shallot for this week, so for now it’s Gazza signing out. Send your stories to gazza@cairnslocalnews.com.au

Audience not left to Fester l PORT DOUGLAS

I COULDN’T resist sharing a couple of photos (left) after my recent visit to the Clink Theatre in Port Douglas. Their production of the ‘Addams Family – A New Musical’ was, as always, outstanding in every aspect. From the lighting to the music, the acting to the stage set, even the hospitality of the volunteers serving at half time… for amateur dramatics, their professionalism is world-class.