Cairns Local News 12 November 2021 by Cairns Local News

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Partial closure Support for tourism operators. of Greenpatch from Friday The lower section of the Greenpatch Campground in Gordonvale will be closed from Friday 12 November until 30 April 2022 due to the increased risk of flooding. The upper section, which includes 15 camping sites, will remain open until the first major rain event triggers the facility’s alarm system, which will signal the closure of Greenpatch for camping until the end of the traditional wet season on 30 April 2022. While Greenpatch will be closed at the time for camping, the reserve will remain open for passive recreational use, such as picnics, cycling and scooter riding and exercise. Toilet facilities will be open for day use, although the showers will be closed in line with the closure of the area for camping. Division 1 Councillor Brett Moller said the new protocols reduced risk with increased evacuation times, maximise camping, and provided a clear path forward for the season. “Located on the banks of the Mulgrave River, Council will cordon off the lower areas of the campground which are most

likely be inundated during the wet season,” Cr Moller said. The facility has a warning system which is triggered by rising water levels in the Mulgrave River and the neighbouring Hemming Creek. However, while rising waters from the Mulgrave River trigger an alarm that provides a two- to three-hour warning before flooding of the campground, Hemming Creek can be susceptible to rapid rises that would provide limited time for evacuation. “I am sure that keeping the upper section of Greenpatch open for as long as possible, while not compromising of the safety of users, will be welcomed by the local business community, which gets significant engagement from travellers using the facility,” Cr Moller said. “Come the full closure of Greenpatch to camping it will be ‘locals time’ to enjoy in safety the passive uses such as cycling and scootering for young children with family picnics and other outdoor uses. “This arrangement is a win for Greenpatch users and for the community.” Greenpatch Campground is a free facility with a maximum stay of 72 hours.

Federal Leichhardt MP Warren Entsch says giving a tourism experience as a Christmas present this year is a unique gift that supports jobs and businesses in the Cairns and Far North Queensland tourism sector. The Morrison Government has launched an $8 million marketing campaign to inspire Australians to buy travel-related Christmas presents this year.

Mr Entsch said Cairns and Far North Queensland tourism businesses had been significantly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and state-enforced border closures. “Australians are getting vaccinated in record numbers which means our country is re-opening to travel, as set out in the National Plan,” Mr Entsch said. “After a year of restrictions

caused by COVID-19, now is the perfect time to give the gift of travel to a loved one this Christmas. “We have so many fun and interesting things to do in Cairns and Far North Queensland, so I encourage everyone to give the gift of travel this year. “Why not buy a family member or loved one a trip to the Reef, or head to Kuranda for the day

on Skyrail or take a drive to Port Douglas and check out Wildlife Habitat? “Every dollar spent at a local tourist operator supports jobs and businesses in our community.” The Gift of Travel campaign is the latest instalment of Tourism Australia’s Holiday Here This Year campaign featuring Hamish Blake and Zoe Foster-Blake.

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Tourism Tropical North Queensland congratulated the Queensland Premier on her decisive action in providing certainty around vaccinations from December 17. Chair Ken Chapman said the tourism industry had been asking for certainty around vaccination requirements and it had been delivered. “It gives businesses and travellers certainty around travel and the safety of the destination and that’s what we need to get back in business,” he said. Chief Executive Officer Mark Olsen welcomed the new rules as a game changer for the tourism industry. “It is exactly what is needed to get borders open and visitors returning to destinations like Tropical North Queensland that have been locked out of their major customer bases for almost two years,” he said. “This certainty will set Tropical North Queensland on the path to reach the 80% vaccination rate by December 17 and 90% in early 2022 to restart the international tourism sector. “Businesses will need some assistance to manage the transition with their staff and we have to accept some staff will not want to be vaccinated which could exacerbate predicted workforce shortages.”

CAIRNS businesses impacted by the August COVID lockdown have one week left to apply for the Palaszczuk Government’s COVID-19 Business Support Grants. More than 30,000 businesses have already received grants of up to $30,000, but Member for Cairns Michael Healy has urged those yet to apply to check their eligibility before it’s too late. “Backing small business is at the heart of our $14.5 billion COVID-19 Economic Recovery Plan and that’s why we are providing the COVID-19 Business Support Grants,” Mr Healy said. “As a result, $12.9 million is already in the bank accounts of 1,384 businesses in our local community, supporting existing jobs and helping create new ones.

“We want to see every eligible business apply in this final week because every eligible business that does before the deadline will receive a grant. “Please ensure you get your application in before midnight on November 16 if you are an employing business or not-for-profit organisation.” Piato Mediterranean Cuisine owner and grant recipient Elie Sopas said anyone who is serious about their business and supporting staff should apply. “The grant was a godsend in a way because it helped me with the wages of my wonderful team, and I have been able to keep them on,” Mr Sopas said. “This gives you the finances to stay open and that is so important because small business is not only

crucial to the economy, but also to local employment.” Minister for Employment and Small Business Di Farmer said the Business Queensland website is the best way to access the broad range of support available. “We are backing businesses with tailor made programs like our Mentoring for Growth service, Small Business Financial Counsellors, and the Queensland Small Business Commissioner,” the Minister said. “It is also time to see if you’re eligible for grants of between $30,000 and $100,000 in the Tourism and Hospitality Sector Hardship Program before it closes on Monday 22 November. “This grant helps eligible tourism and hospitality businesses that have had turnover reduced by 70

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per cent or more for any week between July and September, ensure that they are ready to scale up when interstate tourism returns in December.” COVID-19 Business Support Grants are available to Queensland businesses that have a turnover of more than $75,000 a year and who had a 30 per cent reduction in turnover during the lockdown period from 31 July to 8 August. Sole traders without staff have until 30 November to apply for grants of $1,000. Visit www.business.qld.gov.au/ supportgrants or call our Small Business Hotline on 1300 654 687 for information on all supports available to Queensland businesses.

Tyre deflation device deployed on stolen car, Mooroobool Police have charged three men and a boy after a house in Bungalow was allegedly broken into around 11pm on Thursday night, November 4. Valuables, including the owner’s vehicle were allegedly taken. The female resident woke the next morning to find her back door open and several items, car keys and car missing. On Saturday, November 7, police have witnessed the vehicle driving on Kingsford Street at Mooroobool and have deployed a tyre deflation device to stop the car. Police will allege the driver of the stolen car has tried to drive off, hitting a police car in the driver door and causing damage to both cars.

A 17-year-old Mooroobool boy has been charged with one count each of unlawful use of motor vehicle, learner unaccompanied and drive without L-plates. He will be dealt with under the provisions of the Youth Justice Act. An 18-year-old Mount Sheridan man has been charged with one count of unlawful use of motor vehicle. An 18-year-old Belgian Gardens man has been charged with one count of unlawful use of motor vehicle. A 19-year-old Manoora man has been charged with one count of unlawful use of motor vehicle. All three men are scheduled to appear in the Cairns Magistrates Court on November 24.

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SPOTLIGHT SHINES ON FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND’S TOP TRADIES Automotive mechanic Neville ‘Nevi’ Pratt is the toast of the far northern trade community after claiming two trophies at the TAFE Queensland 2021 Cairns Trade Excellence Awards on Friday, 29 October 2021. The annual event shines a spotlight on the region’s best apprentices and trade students, recognising their dedication to their training and industry. Thirteen award categories were announced with Mr Pratt claiming the Automotive Apprentice of the Year Award and the coveted Outstanding Apprentice of the Year Award. Mr Pratt, who works at Diesel Field Services

in Weipa, said his passion for his trade began at an early age. “I’ve always had a fascination with cars and growing up I loved tinkering with cars and machinery,” Mr Pratt said. “I enjoy travelling to Cairns for automotive training and interacting with other apprentices who are doing the same thing. “I’m constantly learning in my trade and I like that I can use what I’ve learned to help my family, friends and customers at work,” he said. Mr Pratt, who was nominated for the awards by his employer, was singled out for his positive attitude, superior standard of work and leadership skills. “It was exciting when I

found out that I had been nominated for the Cairns Trade Excellence Awards,” Mr Pratt said. “I was not expecting my name to be called out as the winner of the Automotive Apprentice of the Year and I was definitely not expecting to win two awards!” “It is a great accomplishment and it’s great that my boss believes in me,” he said. Mr Pratt, who hails from the Coen traditional elders, the Ayapathu people, was also nominated in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Trade Student of the Year category.

Automotive Apprentice of the Year – Nevi Pratt

Outstanding Apprentice of the Year – Nevi Pratt

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Electrical and Refrigeration Apprentice of the Year - Evan Bates

Building and Construction Apprentice of the Year - Paul Murray

Female Trade Student of the Year Emily Bowden

Plumbing Apprentice of the Year Gene Clement

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TAFE at School Plumbing Student of the Year - Kaine Petrie

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COUNCIL NEWS ... Nominations open for annual Australia Day Awards Nominations are open for Council’s annual Australia Day Awards. This is your opportunity to nominate someone who deserves recognition for their achievements and contributions to the Cairns community. Their contributions could be through their personal

involvement in local clubs, sporting groups, volunteering, charity work, business, cultural or youth groups or those who take on an advocating role to speak up for their community. Nominations close Friday 17 December and can be made online on Council’s website.

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Improvement works Aeroglen Dr, Aeroglen: Asphalt works between the Captain Cook Highway and Whitfield St from Tuesday 16 November. Temporary lane closures. Collins Ave, Edge Hill: Village revitalisation works between Mayers St and the Pease St roundabout. Temporary lane closures. Grafton St, Cairns City: Service works between Aplin St and Shields St from Monday 15 November. Temporary lane closures. Palmerston St, Aeroglen: Kerb and channel renewal and shoulder sealing between 6 Palmerston St and Whitfield St from Wednesday 17 November. Temporary road closures. Tills St, Westcourt: Water main replacement on the eastern side, from 100 Tills St to the Mann St intersection. For a full list of works see our website.

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Lifesaving donors wanted The call has gone out for residents in Far North Queensland to roll up their sleeves and donate much needed plasma. Australian Red Cross Lifeblood needs an extra 150 Cairns residents to donate plasma over the next fortnight and is urging donors to keep their appoint-

ments as cancellations and no-shows rise. As lockdowns lift in the southern states and border restriction relax in Queensland, surgeries recommence, and with experts concerned about a spike in road trauma as people get back behind the wheel in eastern states, Lifeblood is asking people to make saving lives part of their new normal. Anne-Marie Pisani – Lifeblood Donor Centre Manager in Cairns said half of all donation appointments were not being attended, while hospital demand was at its highest point in a decade. “Our donors have shown us incredible support over the last two years, however as life

moves to COVID-normal, it’s important that people continue to donate to help ensure hospitals can continue to treat patients,” “There is no alternative for patients in need of plasma and we’d like to remind donors, and anyone who has thought about

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BreastScreen Queensland (BSQ) Cairns Service will be providing free breast screening in the Cairns and Tablelands region for several months from early November. Their Mobile Service will be located at Kuranda from 8 to 16 November, before heading on to Raintrees Shopping Centre, Gordonvale, Mareeba, Edmonton, and Wuchopperen Health Service (Manoora). BSQ Cairns Health Promotion Officer Ms Sandra Peut encouraged local women to attend the free Service while it was in their area. “Our Mobile Service visits every two years, and we urge women to take advantage of

this opportunity by booking a free breast screen. Women in Cairns can also access our clinic at 116 McLeod Street all year round.” “Taking 30 minutes to look after your health and have a breast screen every two years offers peace of mind, and our experienced female staff make the whole process quick and easy,” Ms Peut said. Dr Amanda Blinco, Clinical Director at BSQ Cairns, said that one in seven Queensland women will develop breast cancer at some stage in their life. “Having a regular two-yearly breast screen, or screening mammogram, remains the

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best way to detect small breast cancers early for better health outcomes,” Dr Blinco said. “Early detection can save your life, providing the best chance of effective treatment, increased survival, and improved quality of life.” Women aged between 50 and 74 are strongly recommended to have a breast screen every two years, as 75% of breast cancer diagnoses are in this age group. Women in their 40s and those aged over 75 are also eligible for the free service every two years. Appointments can be made by phoning 13 20 50 or online at www.breastscreen.qld.gov.au.

becoming a donor, just how critical they are. They are literally saving lives,” she added. Donating plasma is similar to the process used with blood donation, differing mainly in

BreastScreen Mobile Service Screening Details Kuranda (St Christopher’s Church grounds) 8 - 16 November Raintrees Shopping Centre 18 – 24 November Gordonvale – Alley Park 22 November – 6 December Mareeba Hospital 7 – 17 December and 4 January – 18 March 2022 Edmonton (Balance Medical, Walker Rd) 4 – 17 Jan 2022 Wuchopperen Health Service, Manoora 19 - 21 Jan 2022

the frequency to which a donor can give. “Plasma donors can commit to a fortnightly donation if they choose. We have some really good long-term fortnightly donors who we are eternally grateful for.” For Cairns resident Dan Bywater the decision was an easy one. “It really is an important thing to do, to help others who really need these blood products,” he said. Dan has just made his eleventh donation of plasma in the past 18 months. Plasma is used within our hospitals in an enormous number of applications. Cancer patients, burns victims, complex heart surgery along with supporting patients with severe kidney and liver disease all benefit from plasma donations. If you have not donated blood or plasma previously, the easiest way to understand more and check your suitability as a plasma donor is to visit their website: www.donateblood. com.au to find out more information.

Easing pressure on high blood pressure Peter McCullagh The Federal Government announced an additional $40.5 million investment to improve the diagnosis and treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). Far North Queenslanders will now be able to claim rebates for ambulatory blood pressure measurement which monitors a patient’s blood pressure continuously over 24 hours through a wearable device to diagnose if they are hypertensive or not. Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring is the best available test to confirm the diagnosis of hypertension and more effective than in-clinic blood pressure monitoring. Federal Leichhardt MP Warren Entsch said around 1 in 3 Austral-

ians aged 18 and over have high blood pressure, and that men were more likely to have uncontrolled high blood pressure than women. “High blood pressure can lead to other chronic conditions, including stroke, coronary heart disease, heart failure and chronic kidney disease,” Mr Entsch said. Indigenous Australians suffer have a higher rate of high blood pressure than non-indigenous Australians, in particular the 45 – 54 age group with 48 per cent showing effects of high blood pressure as compared to nonindigenous with 34 per cent. The improved funding will include consultation, fitting of the device, analysis of the data, generation of a report and development of a treatment plan.

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The Queensland Government this week confirmed new restrictions to apply once the state reaches the 80 per cent vaccination level. The new restrictions will allow for greater freedom for double vaccinated members of the public. These new restrictions will be reviewed when vaccination levels reach 90 per cent. VULNERABLE SETTINGS (Aged Care, hospitals, prisons, disability services) FULL access - fully vaccinated members of the public NO access - unvaccinated members of the public Specific Rules: - Must not allow unvaccinated visitors. Unvaccinated people can visit for the purpose of end of life, childbirth, or an emergency situation. HOSPITALITY VENUES (Hotels, pubs, clubs, taverns, bars, restaurants, and cafes) FULL access - fully vaccinated members of the public NO access - unvaccinated members of the public Specific Rules: - Only vaccinated staff and patrons are permitted. No COVID-19 density limits apply. INDOOR ENTERTAINMENT VENUES (Nightclubs, indoor live music, karaoke bars, concerts, theatres, cinemas) FULL access - fully vaccinated members of the public NO access - unvaccinated members of the public Specific Rules: - Only vaccinated staff and patrons are permitted. No COVID-19 density limits apply. OUTDOOR ENTERTAINMENT VENUES (Tourism experiences including reef excursions, sports stadiums) FULL access - fully vaccinated members of the public NO access - unvaccinated members of the public Specific Rules: - Only vaccinated staff and patrons are permitted. No COVID-19 density limits apply. FESTIVALS Entire venue – indoor and outdoor (Folk, music and art festivals) FULL access - fully vaccinated members of the public NO access - unvaccinated members of the public Specific Rules: - Only vaccinated staff and patrons are permitted. No COVID-19 density limits apply. WEDDINGS Entire venue – indoor and outdoor FULL access - fully vaccinated members of the public Restrictions apply - unvaccinated members of the public Specific Rules: - If any persons are unvaccinated, including the wedding party and officials, a maximum of only 20 people can attend. NO COVID-19 density limits apply where all attendees are vaccinated. QUEENSLAND OWNED GALLERIES, MUSEUMS AND LIBRARIES FULL access - fully vaccinated members of the public NO access - unvaccinated members of the public Specific Rules: - No COVID-19 density limits apply OTHER SETTINGS (Essential retail, other retail, public transport) FULL access - fully vaccinated members of the public FULL access - unvaccinated members of the public Specific Rules: - COVID-19 density restrictions may still apply. Full details are available www.covid19.qld.gov.au

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VACCINATION FOR many workers, being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 is mandatory. Queensland Health employees working on a campus where patient care is provided, must be fully vaccinated or seek a medical exemption. Failure to do so has forced several hundred workers in Cairns to take forced leave, using sick or annual leave entitlements, or in some cases, leave without pay. Whilst it may sound harsh and Orwellian, at the core of the issue is a desire to protect staff, patients, and the wider community. This week the Queensland Government announced wide ranging restrictions that will apply, once Queensland reaches the 80 per cent vaccination milestone. Fully vaccinated Queenslanders will have freedom of entry to hospitality venues, entertainment venues and events, state government owned galleries, museums and libraries along with aged care facilities and hospitals. For unvaccinated Queenslanders the outlook seems bleak with restrictions limiting their access to entertainment options. Reaction to the announcement has been mixed from industry and political leaders in the north. Tourism Tropical North Queensland supported the

Queensland Premier on her decisive action in providing certainty around vaccinations from December 17. Chief Executive Officer Mark Olsen welcomed the new rules as a game changer for the tourism industry. “It is exactly what is needed to get borders open and visitors returning to destinations like Tropical North Queensland that have been locked out of their major customer bases for almost two years,” he said. “This certainty will set Tropical North Queensland on the path to reach the 80 per cent vaccination rate by December 17 and 90 per cent in early 2022 to restart the international tourism sector. “Businesses will need some assistance to manage the transition with their staff and we have to accept some staff will not want to be vaccinated which could exacerbate predicted workforce shortages.” For hospitality owner Ross Stevens from the Conservatory Wine Bar on Lake Street the news could not be more welcome. “Just get on with it. Get vaccinated, we need to get back to normal as quickly as we can,” he said Federal Member for Kennedy, Bob Katter MP condemned the announcement. “Can you imagine the pressure that will be put on a junior staff member when asking an adult patron to

provide their personal medical history before entering the venue. Or how they are meant to deal with an irate customer that is denied entry.” Queensland Member for Hill Shane Knuth said he had a great concern for businesses that were already struggling trying to get through COVID. “From the beginning we have not supported mandatory vaccination and businesses are

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doing it tough,” Mr Knuth said. “The tourism industry, cafes, pubs and clubs have already suffered enough and right now they are telling me they are feeling pressured to enforce and police patrons visiting their premises.”

Community leaders throughout the north have all rolled up their sleeves, determined to beat the COVID cloud and minimise the impact of the reopening of state borders on December 17. For two Cairns Regional Councillors, Division 10 Council Brett Olds and Division 5 Councillor Amy Eden the question regarding personal vaccination is either no, or not willing to reveal vaccination status. Councillor Olds has chosen not to be vaccinated. “I have discussed the issue (vaccination) with my family along with several GPs and elected not to be vaccinated. “This is a personal and informed choice,” he stated. “I will still be able to perform my duties fully as a councillor. I don’t hold my meetings in pubs or restaurants, I work from my office here (Council) or from home. “It the end it should always be a personal choice, and not coercion that makes a person get vaccinated.”

The remaining Cairns Regional Councillors have all rolled up their sleeves and are double vaccinated. Cairns Regional Council’s CEO Mica Martin stated that whilst Cairns Regional Council currently does not require staff to be mandatorily vaccinated against COVID-19, but in line with the advice of Queensland Health, they are encouraging and supporting their employees to get vaccinated. “Council is also looking to implement a workplace program for employees, similar to what we use for the annual flu jab. “In response to the latest COVID-19 health directives announced by the Premier this week, we will be liaising with the Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) and the Queensland Government to determine how these directives will affect Council employees, venues and contractors,” she said.

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Photo: Craig Crawford MP, Peace Lutheran students Jaziba (left) and Charlotte (middle) SET in the foothills of a World Heritage rainforest, Peace Lutheran College in Kamerunga, CAIRNS, celebrated the official opening of $2.6 million worth of new and refurbished facilities. Barron River MP Craig Crawford said the Palaszczuk Government was delighted to provide $1 million to enable the building projects to go ahead. “Congratulations to the Peace Lutheran College community for providing $1.6 million to build the new Industrial Technology and Design Centre and refurbished Hospitality Centre with a café,’’ Mr Crawford said. “This will unleash exciting new learning environments where student creativity can abound. “While predominantly serving Years 6 to 12, the facilities will also be accessed by all year levels including boarding students and other school community members.” He said the Palaszczuk Government remains committed to ensuring high quality infrastructure is in place for students right across the State, including Far North Queensland. “That’s

why we’ve committed more than $116.6 million in the 2021–22 State Budget, to support Queensland’s non-state school sector to expand and maintain its infrastructure.” The new Industrial Technology and Design Centre included manual arts facilities consisting of two workshops (one for manual arts and one for STEM activities), a computer room, outdoor fabrication area for activities like spray painting, four storerooms, staff office, veranda, furniture and equipment ranging from data projectors to 3D printers. Renovation and expansion of the Hospitality Centre featured a café including an industrial kitchen, scullery, laundry, café, cold room, corridor, three storerooms, a veranda, staffroom, and various furniture and equipment. Peace Lutheran College Principal Elisabeth Fenske said that the new facilities provided fantastic support to college education programs, which focus on a holistic educational philosophy in the Christian faith tradition. “We have a diverse range of students, with talents in both

the academic and practical skill arena, who will greatly benefit from these facilities to help them develop future job skills, which are in high demand in the local area,” Mrs Fenske said. “Students have already begun using the café in the Hospitality Centre to serve treats and coffees to staff, students and even parents; and Year 11 and 12s planned and served a full high tea recently, as part of their assessment. “Students are getting creative designing and constructing various projects, experimenting with different tools and materials and some of our After School ‘Props and Costumes’ club members are even using the new Industrial Technology and Design Centre to design their own superhero costumes. ”Education Minister Grace Grace was represented by the Honourable Craig Crawford, Minister for Seniors and Disability Services and Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships and Member for Barron River, at the official opening.

Visitor numbers highlight need for open borders DESPITE ongoing COVID-19 related restrictions, domestic visitation to Cairns increased in the past finical year (2020/21), reinforcing the importance of reopening borders for the recovery of the local tourism industry. A report tabled at Council today outlined the activities and performance of Tourism Tropical North Queensland (TTNQ) to June 2021. It revealed a $12.1% increase in domestic visitor expenditure in TNQ from $2.09 billion in 2019-20 to $2.34 billion in 2020-21, which was in contrast to Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Adelaide, which all recorded decreases in domestic visitor expenditure during the same period. It could have been even better news for the region, with domestic travel to Cairns reaching record levels in the lead up to June with eased travel restrictions, but then it collapsed post June with lockdowns in the key interstate markets of NSW and Victoria. However, total (domestic and international) visitor expenditure in TNQ decreased 16.6% in the past financial year, from $2.82 billion to $2.35 billion, and the total number of visitors decreased 17.6% from 2.34 million to 1.93 million with travel restrictions preventing inbound international visitation the primary driver. The number of international visitors to Cairns decreased 99.6%, from 568,000 in 2019/20 to just to 2,000 in 2020/21. In positive news, the report noted that Cairns was

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the most Googled destination in Queensland and the third most in Australia behind Sydney and Melbourne. The destination website www.tropicalnorthqueensland.org.au reached over one million unique users and generated $113 million in direct sales, and Cairns was named the Wotif Aussie Town of the Year, earning $4.5 million in publicity. During the 2020/21 financial year, TTNQ advocacy helped secure more than $40 million in one-off marketing, event and operator support funding. Council provided TTNQ with funding of $2.4 million in the 2020/21 financial year as well as an additional $75,000 to secure an AFL premiership game. TTNQ was also provided an additional $60,000 to undertake independent economic analysis on the impacts of COVID-19 on visitor expenditure and employment levels.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Reasonable Reasoning

RE: The Tree, I understand that people are upset about trees being removed but if they are being removed it may sometimes be for a good reason that not everyone will agree with perhaps they could be causing a hazard of some kind. Ben, Babinda

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Our Heritage Listed Fig Tree - T5 Regarding our Queensland Heritage-listed fig tree known as T5 at Cairns City Library (29/10) readers should be aware that Council’s reasons for their plan to cut the tree down do not add up. This is because their motives have little to do with the safety or risk of T5, but more to do with their ongoing long term goal of destroying the camp of the (critically) Endangered Spectacled Flying Fox designated by the Federal government as a Nationally Important Camp. The community group CHARM commissioned a highly qualified and experienced arborist from Brissbane, Jan Allen from Terra ARK, to do a report on the tree T5. The report states that, while management and safety can be improved, tree T5 could live for another 40 or 50 years. It is the most comprehensive report done so far. We have two other local arborists who have inspected the tree and who also say there is no reason to remove T5. Council now argues they need to cut down T5 as the public are not able to use the space – ie sit under the tree. This is a total furphy. Council has told us that they will plant, not one, but two trees in its place, as they are required to do (well one at least) under the Queensland Heritage Act. However, in 2014 when they cut down tree T4 when the roots were ‘accidentally’ cut during the construction of the bus platform, they did not replace it as they were required to do under the Act. So we suggest replace T4 now (eg further away from the bus platform) so that it will be established when one day, decades from now, T5 reaches the end of its life. Geoff Holland, Coordinator, CHARM – Community Heritage Action Register and Monitoring

Don’t waste our taxpayers money-T5 Dear Sir/Madam, Council complains it has already spent $100,000 on the T5 heritage tree at the library. This includes removing deadwood and pruning which they have to do for all trees at the library anyway. Don’t forget council was prosecuted, found guilty and fined on two accounts in 2015 for damaging tree T5. Either they damaged the tree intentionally or there was gross mismanagement. Either way they owe it to the community to look after T5, not cut it down when we know from independent arborists the tree has vigorous growth and could live for another 40 – 50 years. Carol Byfield, Earlville

Dear Editor I am a recipient of in-home aged care support provided by Blue Care which is part of the organisation Uniting Care. I cancelled my services some time ago because of a failure to mandate vaccinations for support workers. These organisations have now mandated Covid 19 vaccinations for in-home workers from 10 December. There is however no information available to clients at present regarding the provision of evidence that support workers have indeed been vaccinated by that date. Aged care is a Federal responsibility yet the Federal government has failed to mandate vaccinations for in-home and community aged care workers nationally. The Australian Health Protection Committee is currently CONSIDERING mandating the vaccine for these in-home workers. Am I a second-class citizen because I’m not in residential Aged Care? Sue, Edge Hill I'm extremely disappointed that the double COVID-19 vaccine is no good and the Qld government has to resort to a police state mentality to force unvaccinated people to stay home. We have been told for months to get vaccinated because that would keep us from getting the bad symptoms of COVID-19. We are supposed to live in a democracy and yet our freedom to choose has been the first casualty. Control by politicians over Covid-19 has taken precedence over the health of the people. Mental health, cancers and many other health problems have suffered in the name keeping the population "safe". The state government has failed at most of it except for controlling their voters and destroying democracy. Richard, Edmonton

Bats

So much for being an eco-city. Cairns City Council should be ashamed when they created an environment that could not support a camp that has been there for decades. Yet the rescues of bats go unreported, the lack of care and support to wherever they have been chased off too. Turning their heads. Shame shame shame. Now we have bat camps restless moving around, being stressed, more coming into care, small birth weights etc etc. I’m neighbours with a carer and hearing stories firsthand from the other side. It’s definitely not a stress-free situation for residents or the bats. Carla, via Facebook

Babinda molasses tank Should put a giant umbrella in its place, or near the information centre Marj, via Facebook Why can’t it be painted with a mural like the silos Christine, via Facebook It’s iconic to Babinda why take it down. That’s sad Joesph, via Facebook

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Showcasing the Region’s finest young creative talents Mali Smedt’s playful sculpture, Bus Stop Bunny

The online exhibition is part of the Department of Education’s Creative Generation of Excellence Awards in visual art 2021. It features works by local Excellence award recipients, Varnia Nona from Cairns State High School and Tom Cuzzubbo from St Augustine’s College, Cairns. Varni Nona’s work titled, The Australian Constitution, comprises a series of drawings of pen and hand stamped lettering. In her artist statement, Nona said her work explores the impact the Australian Parliament and legal system has had on Indigenous Australians. “This work explores this impact through both a contemporary context and personal lens and as a vehicle to highlight suppressed histories, truths, and viewpoints. Each drawing symbolises a chapter in the constitution and a shard in our shattered history,” she said. Tom Cuzzubbo’s sculpture, The Llama Project, combines traditional ceramic work with commercial printing techniques. It features one large Llama sculpture and a multitude of miniatures in addition to hundreds of stickers. Cuzzubbo said he wanted to “create a work that lives in the gallery space, the real world and the virtual world simultaneously”. He achieved this by extending the Llama’s gallery presence to an Instagram account https://www.instagram.com/ project__llama/ where he has posted images of the llamas and stickers out in the community. Anais Neisler from St Monica’s College, Cairns received one of seven regional Encouragement awards for her work, In Pursuit of Happiness. The installation of two hyper-realistic portraits and an animation explores the “insatiable human desire to acquire

wealth, prestige, fame, power and influence” and reminds the viewer that the “happiness” they seek is within themselves. Commendation awards went to: Mali Smedts from Cairns State High School; Bianca Giles from Freshwater Christian College, Brinsmead; Amyrosa Enderlin from St Stephen’s Catholic College, Mareeba; Jason Blee from Trinity Anglican School, White Rock; Jessica Overton from Trinity Anglican School, White Rock; Phoebe Timmins from Trinity Anglican School, White Rock; and Thomas Chen from Trinity Anglican School, White Rock. Smedt’s colourful mixed media sculpture, Bus Stop Bunny, is composed of fabric, wooden dowel rods, buttons, concrete, gumboots, raincoat, tape and wool. The awards recognise and promote excellence in senior visual art education throughout Queensland state and non-state schools. See the variety of creative works by these students and the other regional entrants at: https://www.e-award.com. au/2021/cgenvisualarts/gallery/ gallery.php?id=3

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Port Douglas Neighbourhood Centre (PDNC) Book Clubs

There are many reasons to be part of a club. Sharing interests with like-minded people, the social aspect, meeting new circles of friends, discovering fresh life experiences and sometimes just simply getting out of the house! Two great examples are the Port Douglas Neighbourhood Centre (PDNC) Book Clubs and yes there are two as I’ll explain. The first was formed two years ago and is sometimes referred to as the ‘Original Book Club’. As Organiser Anna explained, it’s also been named ‘The Ladies Who Lunch’ Book Club, as it’s a great reason to get dressed up and go out to one of the many local restaurants. Either way, it became an instant success and is a great way for newcomers to the area to make friends. ‘The Ladies Who Lunch’ had a recent meeting at Silkari Lagoons in Port Douglas, where

they discussed The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows. The second club is known as ‘Page Turners’. Organiser Margot contacted PDNC when she first came to Port, 18 months ago having heard they had a book club. Unfortunately, there was a waiting list to join, as the club had a limit of 10 members, mainly because the library sourced books come in sets of only 10. Chrissy from PDNC suggested that Margot start a new club and by sourcing books using various other methods, the club is now up to 19 members. Members take it in turns to choose the book for the month. Each member then sources their own copy possibly as an ebook,

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audio book or simply an old fashioned paperback. Whoever selects the book also selects where they have lunch. This may be a restaurant, at home or even a picnic in the park. Books are selected well in advance and Margot sends out a monthly newsletter on upcoming books, blurbs, availability, plus potential venues and menu. Members of both book clubs feel very lucky to have the Port Douglas Neighbourhood Centre providing great work in our community and encourage anyone who’s feeling lonely, isolated or just in need of fun to get involved with a range of activities on offer. So why not get in touch. Time for a good novel, so for now it’s Gazza signing out.

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Million$ for Cairns and Far North Businesses Cairns and Far North Queensland businesses looking to expand, diversify or grow a new industry in Northern Australia can now apply for a share of $111.9 million worth of grants under the Northern Australia Development Program Grants of between $50,000 and $2 million will be available for small to medium enterprises to grow their business through new activities. Larger businesses can access grants of between $3 million and $10m to establish a new industry or significantly grow the value of an existing industry and contribute to transformational change in a region. The first assessment round closes on December 10, 2021 with successful grants to be awarded from February, 2022. Federal Leichhardt MP Warren Entsch said the program will provide a welcome boost for Cairns and Far North Queensland businesses. “This grant is a great opportunity for established businesses supporting them to grow and diversify whilst also encouraging exciting investment and new industry into our thriving region,” Mr Entsch said. “Cairns and Far North Queensland is a great place to live, work and do business and this investment is important for the future of our area to drive the

development of diverse local businesses and create more jobs to support local families into the future. Federal Northern Australia Minister David Littleproud said this first round of Northern Australia Development Program grants is about backing business and creating jobs. “This program will jump start the enormous growth and industry transformation potential in Northern Australia, generating jobs and economic opportunities now and into the future,” Mr Littleproud said. “These grants present an opportunity to get your project off

the drawing board and into reality, whether through building new infrastructure, purchasing equipment, or training and feasibilities activities.” The Business Grants Hub will administer the program using a merit-based assessment process. Further information, including eligibility guidelines, are available at: www.business.gov.au/ news/scale-up-and-diversify-your-business-in-northern-australia or by calling the Business Grants Hub at 13 28 46.

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Understory Film Festival comes to CPAC and Munro Martin Parklands

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Understory Film Festival will be presented at CPAC and Munro Martin Parklands from 19-20 November where a variety of screen related activities will animate the venues spread across two days. The festival is dedicated to growing the future development and significance of screen culture in Far North Queensland as it expands to include a broader program, responding to our industry sector needs and evolving audience base. It continues to forge new connections with industry experts and leaders providing career development opportunities and pathways to broaden networks with the wider national industry. Local independent, student, emerging and professional filmmakers in Far North Queensland are invited to create a short film (under 8 minutes including credits) to be in the running for awards and cash prizes. The objectives of the festival are to showcase local talent, build local industry capacity, award achievement and enhance audience development in short film culture. The film entries will be judged by our esteemed panel of industry professionals including Molly

Reynolds, Dr Jan Cattoni and Dr Russell Milledge, who will select the final shortlist to be shown at The Screening and Awards Presentation in Munro Martin Parklands on Saturday 20 November. Awards will be presented to the winning entries with the People’s Choice category being voted by the audience on the night. Winning films are screened at other Cultural Services’ events throughout the year, including the Cairns Festival, Family Movie Nights and other events at Munro Martin Parklands. The festival assists significantly in the development of a distinctive Far North Queensland screen culture by promoting our unique region and sharing our stories. The films represent a broad cross section of our community that reflect different age groups, diverse cultures, scenery, genres and ideals that make up the region. Understory uses screen culture as a catalyst for local engagement with film and provides our regional filmmakers with the opportunity to articulate and share their stories through film and present new work to people who

wouldn’t otherwise have access to such diverse content. Tickets available on Ticketlink: https://www.ticketlink.com.au/ ticketlinkEvents/films/understoryfilm-festival-2021 Festival Program: DAY ONE 5:30pm - Understory Film Festival Opening Night, CPAC Foyer Cash Bar 7:00pm - My Name is Gulpilil – Director Q&A Screening with Molly Reynolds, CPAC Theatre Ticketed Event - Cost: $20 DAY TWO - Saturday 20 Nov 2:00-4:00pm - Understory Film Festival Symposium, CPAC Studio Theatre Ticketed Event - Cost: Free 7:00-9:30pm - Understory Film Festival Screening and Awards Presentation, Munro Martin Parklands Ticketed Event - Cost: $18 7:00pm: Understory Film Festival Finalist Screenings 8:30-9:00pm: Interval 9:00-9:30pm: Understory Film Festival Awards Presentation

Brilliant Opening Night Paul Hynes The Rondo’s latest production is a riveting family drama set in suburban Adelaide. The ominous opening scene tells us something bad has happened – it’s the middle of the night and Bob Price (played with power by Brett Neale) gets a phone call. Is one of his four kids hurt – or worse? Over the course of a year, we learn about the crises faced by each of the four grown-up kids, and how Bob and his career-nurse wife (a tour de force by Sarah Speller) deal with them. Their eldest Pip (a wonderful performance by seasoned actor Kimberley Greaves) is about to leave her husband and kids. Mark (sensitively portrayed by Patrick Mays) reveals a life-changing decision. Ben (Bailey Stevenson lights-up the stage with his energy) is about to land himself in big trouble. On top of all this, the youngest Rosie (played with depth and humour by Morgan Elliston) decides to leave the family nest. The tension builds until the final riveting scene, a dramatic ending that will leave audiences speechless.

Image: Paul Barton This is a dynamic piece of theatre performed so well by this fine cast. The set is minimal but effective and the haunting music enhances the varying moods from

scene to scene. Things I Know To Be True is highly recommended – it opens on Friday 12 November for a limited 8 show season. Bookings at Ticketlink.

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Douglas Art Studio Images Supplied DOUGLAS ARTS STUDIO GALLERY (DAB) is packed to the rafters for its End of Year Exhibition with beautiful, quirky and thought-provoking works of art by local Douglas Shire artists who have been busy creating throughout 2021. The Exhibition is a colourful and creative display encompassing watercolour and acrylic paintings, urban sketches, prints, mosaics, glassware, pottery, ceramics, sculpture, jewellery, textile work and more.

Many of the exhibits have been made at DAB’s classes and peer groups, which this year have included screen-printing, working with glass, pottery, print-making and collage, screen-printing, acrylic painting, Shin-Kintsugi, botanical painting, flow art, urban sketching and mosaics. Many of the items are for sale and will make fabulous Christmas or other special occasion gifts. There are also several artworks by DAB members on display that

were exhibited in the recent Call of the Running Tide Festival. The End of Year Exhibition is open from Saturday 13 November until Saturday 11 December. Entry is by gold coin donation and visitors are warmly welcomed during Gallery hours 10 am until 2 pm Monday to Saturday at 11 Mill Street, Mossman. For more information about our classes, opening times or exhibitions see out website at www.dabmossman.com Image Supplied: On location in Mission Beach: ‘Irreverent’ Producer Tom Hoffie, Screen QLD CEO Kylie Munnich, Series Showrunner/Creator/Writer Paddy Macrae & Screen QLD Head of Studios Derek Hall

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DjGlennW - Dundee’s at the Cairns Aquarium, 11:30am Carinda Christie Mountainview Hotel, 12:00pm Harmonique - Coco Mojo, 1:00pm Dazz & the Boyzz - The Celt, 2:00pm Midnite Martini featuring Mereana Pohatu - Sauce Brewing Co, 3:30pm Resonate with Lexi and Al - O’Donnells Irish Bar, 4:00pm Andrea - Kewarra Beach Resort - The Beach Shack 5:00pm Kaweyova - Bar94 6:30pm The Code - Bar 36 @ The Reef Hotel Casino 7:30pm

– a small, eccentric beach town ally hundreds of extras. I’m sure far from civilisation and phone watching the show will become Are you a venue or an artist that wants to be listed in the Gig Guide? Complete the form on a game of spot the local around MISSION Beach has been reception. www.cairnslocalnews.com.au/gig-guide to submit your gig each week to be listed in Friday’s paper. The series’ crew and produc- these parts!” transformed into a film set, The series will be screened with the shooting of a new Net- ers have praised locals at Misflix drama series ‘Irreverent’ sion Beach for making them feel across the United States, AusTRIVA BUFFS are invited to tralia and New Zealand and its starting in the beachside north welcome. test their knowledge at a fund“The shoot at Mission Beach producers say it will showcase Queensland hamlet over the raiser and raffle being held on has been going very very well, the “extraordinary natural beaupast couple of weeks. Thursday 25 November at Salt The 10-part series features thanks largely to the support ty of the area,” with the offshoot House from 6pm. US actor Colin Donnell (Arrow, and cooperation of the Mission benefit of attracting both interTickets are $10 per person and Chicago Med) plus Aussies Ky- Beach locals, with the terrific national and domestic travellers lie Bracknell, Ed Oxenbould, weather in a crucial supporting more to the region when borders payable at Sailing Bar on the Briallen Clarke and Wayne role, and I’d be remiss were I re-open. night. Bookings are essential not to mention the support of Shooting of Irreverent in Blair. and can be made by email: Congratulations to Jade from Innisfail for winning The drama follows main the Cassowary Coast Regional Mission Beach will wrap up in events@salthouse.com.au or the two adult tickets to this amazing live performance. character Paulo Keegan, a Council - they’ve been terrific,” late November when the crew phone (07) 4041 7733. Jade successfully texted and was drawn by an independent criminal mediator who flees the series producer Tom Hoffie told relocates to South East QueensAll proceeds will assist White person to win the tickets from a number of entries. land to shoot out the balance of United States after a mediation Cairns Local News. Ribbon Australia and Ruth’s Thank you to all those who sent their entry via the text the Locals have been employed the show into March 2022. It gone wrong. Keegan assumes editor. Keep your eye out we are planning to have more of Women’s Shelter Cairns Inc. the identity of Reverend Mac- as much as possible, Mr Hoffie is aimed for completion in the this kind of competition in future, both via text kenzie “Mack” Boyd (Colin said, “in what is a pretty special- second half of 2022. “Hopefully The event is being organised by and facebook. Donnell), who finds himself ised business we’ve managed to you’ll see Mission Beach on The Zonta Club of Cairns Inc. Presented employ by Cairns Theatre licensed by HLA Management Pty Ltd trapped in ‘Clump’, Australia 30 Little local crew and Inc., liter-exclusively screen soon after!”

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Paradise on your Door Step Why not live one block from Fabulous Holloways Beach! This is an ideal opportunity for an investor or home owner to purchase before the market goes sky high! Properties like this one do not come up very often and this ground floor unit at the popular Pacific Sands complex is sure to impress even the most discerning buyer. The kitchen is new, the internal paint is new, the carpet in the bedrooms is new and the bathroom is immaculate. This unit is very tastefully furnished with new furniture and the appliances are in tip top condition. The Pacific Sands Complex is extremely well managed with a very pro active body corporate. Investors are in a fantastic position here. Currently tenanted at $330 per week until April 2022 and they would love to stay if possible. The large sliding doors lead from the internal living area to the external patio - and the resort style swimming pool is just 10 metres away! Cook dinner on the barbeques provided or walk 5 minutes to the beachfront and enjoy your choice of three restaurants! Specialty shops and bus stop are a two minute walk away and the community garden is right behind the complex! The neighbors are friendly and the living is easy in this tropical resort! Brand new on the market this one is expected to sell quickly! www.ulyssesrealestatecairns.com.au

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Beds: 2 Bath: 1 Cars: 1 Agency: Ulysses Real

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Agent: Donna Waldman Phone: 0408 788 221

$225,000 Auction

Old World Charm with Views The O’brien family bought this parcel of land when it was originally surveyed in the early 1900’s. It has been in the same family ever since. At that time they had the pick of all the land in the area and they chose the very top of the hill. It offers views up the Johnson river, and is just minutes from town. The block itself is just short of 1 1/2 acres with no neighbours close to the house and plenty of room for the family to play. It is down a private driveway and is a row of houses back from the road. Most people don’t even know it exists. If you built a two storey house on the back vacant portion of the lot you would achieve amazing 360 degree views taking in the whole of the township over the cane fields, up and down the river and beyond to the mountains. The homestead is approximately 100 years old with beautiful character features including a wrap around enclosed veranda and soaring ceiling heights. The kitchen and bathrooms have had a face lift and are more than serviceable. There is plenty of room with four bedrooms ranging from very large to standard size plus an office and larder. The gardens are established with a lovely pool area, several outside and undercover patios, plenty of garages and a good garden shed. The astute buyer will see the huge potential for the property today that the O’Briens saw back in 1910.

Where: 385 Palmertson Hwy

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Beds: 4 Bath: 1 Cars: 4 Agency: Raine & horne

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$399,000

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Ideal first home owners or investment property with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and open kitchen and dining! Positioned on just over 800sqm at the end of a cul de sac, this low set property offers the peace and quiet you could be looking for.

Buyers are going to be most impressed with this spacious ground floor unit featuring extra high ceilings - just a five-minute walk from spectacular Yorkeys Knob Beach. The new kitchen is going to be a winner with the chef of the house and the island bench top and extra drawers is a handy addition. Properties don’t come on the market very often in this well-known Polaris Court complex. This owner has been here for 20 years and he has built in the carport to add the extra bedroom/living area. It’s a huge bonus being at the front of the complex and on the end enabling more light and having just one unit next to you. The owner parks next to his unit in an undercover car port - nice and handy. This unit features two large storage cupboards and a good-sized outside area - fenced off ideal for pets. This one will sell quickly! Move fast!  Large private resort style swimming pool  Very tidy paint work inside and out  Good sized bedrooms featuring built in in main bedroom  Air conditioned, fans and screens throughout  New laundry tub  Bus stop nearby  Rent Return of $320 per week  Low Body Corp  Just seven minute walk to the world class boat club, restaurant and marina  Just five minute walk to the shopping precinct. (It’s all here no need to leave.)  18 hole golf course just around the corner  Pet friendly complex  Lovely neighbours. Multiple offers expected!

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REAL ESTATE Is it time to upgrade your home security? In 2019, there were a total of 659 vehicles reported stolen, in 2020 there were 542 stolen and so far in 2021 there has been 620 vehicles reported stolen. With a considerable rise in vehicle thefts local police are encouraging all residents to consider giving a gift that will keep on giving – your very own Home Security Audit. Other home security options to consider are: • Ensure all windows and doors are locked in your home, garage and shed. • Have your mail collected by a friend or neighbour while on holidays. • Hide valuables from plain view. • Identify valuables such as TV’s, electrical goods, CD’s, DVD’s, cameras, phones, jewellery, computers by engraving or microdot technology. Update records of identifying particulars with police. • Don’t leave messages on your answering machine or door advising people you are away.

House break-ins are one of the most common crimes and can occur at any time of the day or night. There are steps you can take to reduce identified risk areas in your home and reduce the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime or even a repeat victim of crime. Cars are stolen by opportunistic thieves who have been able to get their hands on the keys and they aren’t going to great lengths to do so. These thieves stealing cars aren’t always those with hot-wiring skills. Opportunistic thieves will take any opportunity to steal cars, including walking into your home and grabbing the keys right off your bench with you sitting in the next room watching your favourite television show. Everyone should be entitled to feel safe and secure in their own home, but unfortunately the reality is that it is not wise to leave doors unlocked and presume you won’t be broken into.

• Consider using automatic timers on a light, TV or radio to switch on at night. • Disconnect the power source to your garage. • Take your vehicle keys with you. As well as responding to crime when it happens, Queensland Police Service (QPS) works with communities to prevent crime and make Queensland a safer place to live, work and play. For more information and tips on home and personal security, check out the following links. • Home security tips & audit: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/ safety-and-preventing-crime/ home-and-multi-residentialsecurity • Property security tips: https:// www.police.qld.gov.au/safetyand-preventing-crime/propertyidentification-and-recording • Vehicle & bike security tips: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/ safety-and-preventing-crime/ property-identification-andrecording/vehicle-andbike-security

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For the Investor This 4 bedroom house is situated on a massive 1/4 acre block in East Innisfail. Set up with a modern kitchen, and fully airconditioned this home offers modern open plan living with beautiful timber flooring! Only a short distance to town, this home offers a good location with the local school, cafes and the river’s esplanade all with in a short walking distance. Offering great outdoor entertainment, with room for a pool or a massive shed, or just watch the kids enjoy the space, this property has all the great attributes for a family or an investor. Currently rented at $350 per week until May 2022. This home offers an approximate net return of 9%. Get in quick and don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity.

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If you are looking for a little privacy and serenity this one may work for you, having only one neighbour. Your haven could be complete by erecting a high fence or planting a series of trees or hedges.There is a quaint fully contained donga, a brand new 7.4 x 9.4 metre shed closed in on two sides, a lovely house pad and uninterrupted views of our most beautiful Mt Bartle Frere.Also includes a 22,500 litre rainwater tank and a huge assortment of established fruit trees.A must see as properties such as these are very scarce.

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Barron River Pioneer from photograph by Lomer and Company, Brisbane. Australian Schoolmasters. (1889, March 23). Australian Town and Country Journal (Sydney, NSW : 1870 - 1919), p. 28

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Maria Larkins A SCHOOL teacher from Italy obtained one of the largest selections on the Barron River and created quite a stir when he tried to introduce experimental crops to the district. The largest landholder along the Barron River at Smithfield was Dr David Thomatis. He held Portion 213 in the Parish of Smithfield, County of Nares which comprised 1000 acres and was known as Caravonica Park. Thomatis grew many experimental crops including cotton, coffee and rice and much of the land was leased to local Chinese and Italian immigrants who also grew bananas and pineapples or grazed cattle. Dr. Thomatis and his wife, Marie Theresa, were also known for establishing and then closing schools. Their first venture was at Rockhampton from 1879 to 1880. They then established the Townsville Grammar School which they ran for several years. An advertisement in The Northern Miner on 25 October 1881 stated tuition was offered in “English, Classics, Surveying, Law, Drawing, Painting, Fancy Work, Dancing, Music, Singing, Foreign Languages etc. to girls and boys.” On 6 January 1886, The Telegraph reported that Thomatis had closed the college at Townsville:

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the couple proceeded to open the Cairns College in June that same year. A month later Mrs. Marie Theresa Thomatis died and school reportedly closed in late 1886. Thomatis was then appointed head teacher at a new State School in Edmonton. On 20 March 1888 he married Rachel Ellen Walls and focused his attention on the cultivation of new crops at Caravonica Park. An inventive farmer, Thoma-

tis developed a hybrid strain of high yielding cotton and decided to go overseas and promote it. He was granted three months leave from his position as alderman on the Barron Shire Council and left with his family in March 1909. He then placed a very surprising advertisement in the local newspaper advising that he had sold his holding at Smithfield to Baron Curt von Grunan, Baron von Werner von Grunan and Dr. Mareus in April 1909 at Berlin. In August Barron Shire Council received a letter from Thomatis in which he tended his resignation and stated he was not returning to Australia. The German owners don’t appear to have held on to Caravonica Park for long, as it was advertised for sale in July 1913. Thomatis and his family reportedly died overseas from the Spanish Flu in 1919. Sources: TROVE Newspapers, Queensland Government Historical Cadastral Map Series; Isabella State School History, from https://isabellass.eq.edu. au/our-school/history.

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SPORT Lawn Bowl Results West Cairns Ladies The bowler’s that went to Babinda on Sunday for their 5-a-Side wish to thank everyone for a great day well done. Ladies our bowling year is just about over our Christmas Lunch this year is on Wednesday 15th December at West Cairns Bowls Club if you are coming please give Liz a call on 0400626765 or Marg on 0411503882. Wednesday 10th social bowls as usual if you wish a game give Liz a call on number above. Ladies and Gents the list’s are up for our Club Championship Mixed Games please check both boards inside club skips to arrange dates to play, all games to be played by the end of November 2021 Good Bowling to All TPI Memorial Bowls Club Last Monday twenty-four players enjoyed their lawn bowls under fine and windy conditions. The team skipped by Ken Broughton and supported by Mick Ford and Anne Semken were drawn as the winning team.. All members are asked to check if they are now financial for the year. Next week we meet at West Cairns Bowls Club for a start of bowls at 1.30pm sharp with bowls concluding at 4.30pm when the winning team is selected. Notification of your name, usual club, playing position and a mobile phone contact can also be done with Rosemary on 0409624623 before next Monday at 11.00am as the cards are called at 1.15pm. The green is covered from the weather and can be lit if required. Brothers Edmonton Bowls Monday November 8th , 2021 Ladies Section: Results: 2022 Championship Singles J Rick defeated S Bates Nominations are open for 2022 Consistency Singles and Club Triples, entry sheets are on the ladies

notice board with the closing date being Thursday 2nd December. Ladies’ Social bowls each Thursday commencing 1pm. Please confirm your names by 12 noon and paid by 12.30pm. Visitors welcome phone 40555344 with your preferred playing position. Men’s Section: Results: Wed. Nov.3rd: WinnersKevin Richardson. Garry Davies, Denis Jacoora.. Rs/up: Bruce Penny, Joe Jackson, Don Lawton. Saturday Nov. 6th :WinnersDaphne Gough, Sandy McQuade, Lois Ceely. Rs/up- Athol Smith, Christine Populin, Garry Davies. Coming events: Sat. Nov.13th Mixed Mufti “3 bowl” Triples club select skips pick a card, cash prizes plus Jackpot. Nomination sheet in Fullers Sports Club Foyer or phone office on 4055 5344 and leave a message. Entries close at 11.30am for play at 12.30pm Wed.. West Cairns Men’s Bowls Club Friday Night scroungers: - 1st Wally Smith, with R/up Mal Taylor. Tuesday Comp: 1st Richo, Andrew Naqata and N. Hall 25pts and 2nd B. Halmuth, Rob Webber, M. O’Halloran +17pts Thirsty Thursday: best players were Tania, Jeff Smith and Fred Clark. Sunday morning: - 1st Gilly, Neil Mallyon, E. Harris 22pts ,2nd Sharky S, G. Atkinson, J. Johnson with +12 pts. Jackpot not won. Club Championship - Competition played during the week. Club Triples final. J. Bent, Phil Buntain and J. Sach 21pts def A.Paraha, A.Radford and J.Johnson 11pts. Check the Notice Board for (Saturday –November 20th) The Team to travel for the West Cairns Vs Mossman (Mc Farlan shield) at Mossman.

Games to be played will be semifinals men’s Pairs. Note: Check the notice board for team nominations for Men’s A pairs and Men’s 4’s for the next season competition. Also check the board for the Mixed 4’s nominations for the competition Sponsored by OAK TREE Retirement Village. More nominations required Mossman Ladies Social Bowls The semi-final for the B Grade Singles was played 29th Oct. Barbara Withers def Trish Arnold. Christy Colley def Margaret Smith. 30th Oct. Our local ladies of Sue Brady, ( Mareeba), Madi Styles, (Marlin Coast) and Denise Charman, (Silkwood) really faced tough competitors. 4th Nov. The Final was played for the B Grade Singles. Barbara Withers def Christy Colley. Congratulations to Barbara. A great north south competition with amazing skill on display. Next week is our Presentation day. We wish Gloria Geeves a Happy 90th Birthday. Still playing good bowls. If any ladies wish to learn to play bowls or improve their technique, Coaching is available for all levels.. Contact Carole Maxted: caroles44bb@dodo.com.au or 0400954537. Marlin Coast Bowls Club Inc. Tuesday afternoon men’s triples: First- Dave, Ozzie, Garry, SecondDave, Doug, Steven. Tuesday night bowls: Spider: Chriss, Rod, Paper, Mick, Rick, Stuart Wednesday mixed bowls: Firstunknown, Second unknown Thursday men’s triples: First:, unknown, Second: unknown Saturday afternoon Walking Pairs: Winners of Winners: L & A Jennings, Winners of Losers: Brad, Ross

Club Championships: Coming events: Tuesday Afternoon men’s triples: 1.00pm start, dress optional. Cards called at 12.45pm Tuesday night “bare foot bowls” – be here by 5.30pm for a 6pm start. Sausage sizzle + bowls and cash prizes. A fun night for all levels of bowler. Wednesday ladies bowls, gentlemen invited: 1pm start, dress optional, cards called at 1245pm Thursday Morning 3 bowl Pairs: 8.30 start, Sheet out. Thursday men’s triples, ladies invited: 1pm start, dress optional. Cards called at 12.45pm Friday Night Prize-a-rama, Gold Rush, 100 Club, Meat Tray Raffles, Draw Starts 6.30pm. Saturday jackpot Walking Pairs: 1pm start, dress optional. Cards called 12.45pm Mossman Men’s Bowls Saturday 6 November. 36 Bowlers for Jackpot Bowls. Terry Richards/David White/Tony Brlyack d Bernie Wolland/Daryl Hoskins/ Nev Fletcher 17-14; Col Widdows/ Ranald Edwards/Jim Geddes d John Cochrane/Alistair Douglas/ Peter Fairchild 18-14; Mick Frese/ Steve Cue/Dick Pitt d Chris Payne/ George Wilmot/Peter Worley 2016; Dave Blain/Doug Pitt/Ted Holmes d Jason Gillman/Brian O’Connor/Reece Gilman 20-12; Billy Smith/Nev Tesch/Gordon Henderson d John Fleming/Mick Plummer/Bill Allison 26-15; and the winners for the day, Charlie Toohey/Wayne Parkes/Joe Girgenti d Col Johnson/Peter Gorsuch/Col Maxted 36-13. Thursday 4 November. A great turnout with 22 bowlers for social bowls under lights. Steve Cue/ Mick Plummer/Peter Worley draw against Dave Blain/Daryl Hoskins/ Gordon Henderson; Greg McLean/ Alan Fitzmans d Dan Hart/Troy

Churchill 13-12; David White/ Doug Pitt/Bill Allison d Charlie Toohey/Ted Holmes/Alistair Douglas 14-10; Col Widdows/Steve Heffernan/Nathan Savage d Bill Smith/ Nev Tesch/Warren McCoist 17-10. For Jackpot Bowls this Saturday, names in by 12 noon with card call at 12.45pm Gordonvale Bowls Club Club Events - Wednesday at1pm ladies bowls . 24th November Ladies Ham Day at 1pm Club Selected Triples 2 Games of 12 Ends Sponsored by Naomi & Linda 40561231 Thursday Club Selected 3 Bowl pairs at 1pm Saturday 13th Nov Open Triples Sponsored by Gilboy Hydraulic Solutions Cards called at 8-30am for 9am start. Friday 12th from 5 pm Bare Foot Bowls & BBQ ring 40561050 Results from Thursday 4th Nov Winners K Gorton & G Spicer R/ Up F Rich & D Lawton Raffle Winner Naomi 2nd Prize Bernie Half Moon Bay Golf Club Tuesday 2nd November Ladies: C Atkinson 39, K Third 37. Men: P Bell 36. Wednesday 3rd November Ladies: K Third 36. Men: Div 1. S Day 42, W Berry 41, S Fahey 40. Div 2.P Wyatt 40, P McGuire 37, S Sagiba 38. Friday 5th November Ladies: P Davidson 24, M Desira 22, C Atkinson 21. Men: Div 1. O Duncan 19, R Kettle 19. Div 2. D Underwood 22, G Spencer 21. Saturday 6th November Ladies: T O’Brien 69, L Power 71, K Third 72. Men: Div 1. P Wright 66, P Frier 68, S Sania 70. Div 2. G Nichols 69, G Kendall 69, G Jenkins 70.

Div 3. S Blackwell 64, D Tidswell 65, B Norris 67. Sunday 7th November Ladies: A Watson 36. Men: D Pulley 41, H Raymond 36, R Hedger 35. Edge Hill Memorial Bowls Club Ladies Social Bowls Mixed Social bowls for Thursday 4th November 2021 Winners were Karina Homer, Ian Stafford and Irene Crampton. If you are interested in a game of mixed bowls on Thursday 11th November 2021, put names down by 2:30pm for a 3:00pm start. Play will be two (2) games 10 ends. Men’s Mixed Social Bowls: Tuesday 2nd November 2021 No Social bowls due to Melbourne Cup. Wed night 3rd November 2021 winners were John, Jenny and Mal. R/U: Frank, Greg and Peter. Saturday 6th November 2021 Social bowls winners were Elaine Whitehead and Valerie Still. Club Events: Check the Notice board for all games to be played. “A” and “B” Singles draw is on the notice board. Check with your opponent to arrange play. Club Triples final between L. Braggins and S. Henson date to be advised. Mixed Pairs saw J. Alexander-Sasche and S. Henson defeat J. Wild and K Mitchell 22-6. Consistency Singles Kim Mitchell to play Alan Henson and winner plays Peter Whitehead. Steve Henson awaits in the final. Social bowls continue Tuesday (Day and Night) and Wednesday night Triples and Saturday social. Contact Ray Webster 0402 182 230, Gary Victor (GOV) 0407 962 860 for assistance if the club is closed. Ring the Club 07 4053 1036.

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The 2022 Australian Under 18 Hockey Championships will be held in Cairns from 6-14 April. Hockey Australia, in conjunction with Tourism Events Queensland (TEQ) and Cairns Regional Council, confirmed the nation’s elite hockey event for Under 18 men and women will be played at the North Cairns Hockey Facility in Far North Queensland. The event will be the first time Cairns has hosted a national hockey championships since 2015 when the Australian Women’s Masters was held there. Cairns was scheduled to host the 2021 Country Championships and the 2020 Australian Women’s Masters, but both were cancelled due to COVID. “To announce one of Hockey Australia’s flagship national championships for 2022 will be heading to Cairns is fantastic,” said Hockey Australia GM Commercial, Communications and Events, Tim Cherry. “Cairns has a strong hockey and sporting community, and

after planned events in the region both this year and last year were curtailed because of COVID, it is terrific to have some assuredness around these championships. “This would not have been possible without the wonderful support of TEQ and Cairns Regional Council, so we sincerely thank them for their commitment.” “Cairns will put on an outstanding event and the players, coaches, officials, family and friends will be really excited about the prosect of heading to the region and enjoying everything it has to offer.” Tourism and Sport Minister Stirling Hinchliffe said Queensland’s reputation as Australia’s home of sport was continuing to grow with more events moving north. “The Under 18 Hockey Championships have previously been held in Launceston or Hobart, so we’re excited to welcome players to the warmer climate of Cairns for nine days of competition,” said Mr Hinchliffe.

“We know large sporting events like this support jobs for accommodation and transport providers, as well as restaurants and cafes. “Having the championships in town is an added spectator bonus for the region’s many hockey fans. “As Tourism Minister, I’m encouraging players and officials to make time in their schedule to explore the many unique visitor experiences on Cairns’ doorstep. “From snorkelling on the amazing Great Barrier Reef to Indigenous culture and World Heritage listed rainforests, there is no shortage of tourism adventures in Queensland’s Far North. “Good luck to competitors and enjoy your stay in Cairns.” The Australian U18 Hockey Championships feature Australia’s best under 18 hockey players and is a tournament that unearths many future Kookaburras and Hockeyroos stars.

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Netball Australia and the Australian Netball Players Association (ANPA) have joined with 20 sporting codes to reduce targeted online abuse of athletes, after a landmark meeting with the eSafety Commissioner. eSafety and the various national sporting organisations came together to discuss online abuse in sport at a roundtable this week. All involved, including Netball Australia, have officially signed the Online Safety Statement of Commitment in response to athletes, officials and staff across sporting codes being increasingly subjected to online abuse. eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant said although sport in Australia is usually a powerful community builder, online interactions with athletes are not always positive. “Serious and harmful online abuse compounds the daily racism, misogyny and homophobia many athletes already face and can have devastating impacts on their wellbeing,” she said. “I commend Netball Australia in coming together to work with eSafety to manage and minimise the risk of online abuse in sport. “We all need to work together, in athletic pursuits and online, to tackle these issues.” Earlier this year, Netball Australia and ANPA approached eSafety to assist in this space, as the frequency of online abuse continues to increase – both in society and in sport. Netball Australia CEO Kelly Ryan

said work across this area will continue into 2022 to provide athletes, umpires, and staff with the tools to support their online safety. “Online abuse of athletes, umpires and staff has no place in our game and we are committed to working with eSafety to address this important issue,” Ryan said. “We will work with the ANPA, Suncorp Super Netball Clubs and Member Organisations to support the work of eSafety, further driving positive changes for all online.”

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