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PARK TO BE RENAMED BLACKFELLOWS Creek Park in Edmonton will be renamed to Allan and May Oliver Park / Bana Gindarja Park.

The move comes after the Gimuy Walubarra Yidinji Traditional Owners requested the park be renamed as it was no longer considered appropriate.

Allan and May Oliver were very active in the Edmonton community for decades, particularly through their participation and involvement in rugby league, as well as supporting local children.

The name Bana Gindarja was requested by the Traditional Owners of the area and refers to the story of the cassowary, which is their totem.

Community consultation was undertaken during February 2021 for a period of three weeks, with response demonstrating strong support for the proposal.

Blackfellows Creek Park is on the southern side of Blackfellows Creek adjacent to Cooktown Road and Oberonia Street, Edmonton.

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Patients in the expanded dialysis unit. Back: Shanelle Graham, Middle: Millicent Smith, Front: Myrtle Barkley.

Increased health services to Yarrabah MORE people can now receive kidney dialysis in Yarrabah with three extra dialysis chairs opening at the local Gurriny Yealamucka Health Services Aboriginal Corporation (Gurriny) this week.

The expanded dialysis unit will be able to dialyse 14 Yarrabah patients (eight of whom previously travelled to Cairns up to three times a week for dialysis).

This investment in dialysis at Yarrabah by the Queensland Government’s First Nations COVID-19 project brings the total number of dialysis chairs in Yarrabah to seven.

The funding allows for up to 20 more Yarrabah residents to receive dialysis treatment in their home community.

Executive Director of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health at Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service Joy Savage

welcomed the expanded service and said it was stood up in record time.

“This time last year, the COVID-19 pandemic combined with the then biosecurity arrangements posed new challenges for patients, communities and the health system,” said Ms Savage.

“Our Health Service moved quickly to work with Gurriny to expand the existing satellite dialysis service to deliver additional sessions, allowing more people to receive treatment in community, close to home, and on country,” said Ms Savage.

“This was possible thanks to the extraordinary commitment and determination of Gurriny’s leadership team, together with expert teams from Queensland Health,” said Ms Savage.

Sue Andrews, Chief Executive at Gurriny said the extension to the dialysis facility is whole-heartedly welcomed

by patients.

“It will improve our patient’s lives on a daily basis, improve the lives of their families and our community as a whole.”

“We thank everyone involved who came together to make this extended and much-needed service a reality.”

“At Gurriny, we value the responsibility of providing a quality health service to all residents of Yarrabah,” said Ms Andrews.

Dr Jason King, Senior Medical Officer at Gurriny said kidney disease is a serious health problem for many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

“Dialysis is the leading cause of hospitalisation accounting for almost half of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander hospital admissions,” he said.

“We welcome access to the increased number of di-

alysis chairs for the people of Yarrabah suffering with severe kidney disease but as a service we are firmly committed to preventing people from needing this service in the future.

“Our partnership with the Health Service allows us to deliver a culturally appropriate model-of-care to our people on their land and the ability to provide the Yarrabah community the highest quality primary care service,” said Dr King.

This expansion at Yarrabah is part of a wider expansion of dialysis services in the greater Cairns region.

“The opening of Cairns South Health Facility in Edmonton late last year, provided an additional 12 dialysis chairs, reducing the need for many patients living on the southside to travel to and from Cairns Hospital three times a week,” said Ms Savage.

A NEW animal management facility with more than double the capacity of the existing Council facility has been given the green light.

Council this week approved the $7.3 million animal management facility, which will be built on Links Drive in Woree.

The purpose-built facility will be able to accommodate up to 72 dogs and 60 cats at any time and provide services including reclaiming of lost animals, rehoming, impounding and basic medical treatment for in-house animals.

The design includes medical treatment facilities, covered exercise yards, separate areas for holding general stray or impounded animals, provision for maternity or high-care situations, dangerous dogs, and diseased pets.

There is also a public reception area, administration office space, consultation room, meeting room, staff room, amenities, store, and laundry.

A report to Council to noted that the existing animal management facility at 148 McCoombe Street, Bungalow, has reached the end of its usefulness and will not meet future demands.

The facility is also challenging in terms of disease control and an animal management perspective due to poorly designed kennels and lack of drainage, temperature control and exercise yards.

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YOUTH URBAN ART THE first of this year’s Youth Urban Art project murals has been completed at Information Park, Smithfield.

The mural design was created by local young emerging artist Madeline Tongue, who was supported and mentored by Sharon Wedel.

Encapsulating the “beauty of the northern beaches”, the mural captures the colours and shapes of the mountains, rainforest and reef.

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project, murals will be completed at Glenoma Park, Brinsmead, and the underpass at Sinclair Miller Bridge, Bentley Park, in coming months.

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THE RSCPA is calling on members of the public to have their say on a proposed overhaul of the Animal Care and Protection Act 2001, with tougher penalties for cruelty and neglect on the cards.

Last week the Queensland Government announced it would conduct a major review of animal welfare laws for the first time in 20 years, calling for feedback from the public via a survey on the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries website.

The review will look at a range of measures to strengthen protections for animals including Mandatory reporting by veterinary professionals of animal welfare concerns, the use of baits and traps and penalties for animal cruelty.

RSPCA Qld receives thousands of complaints from members of the public who believe that the sentences for animal cruelty and neglect are

too lenient or inconsistent.

RSPCA Chief Inspector Daniel Young said one example of where penalties need to be strengthened is in relation to organised dog fighting offences, which currently carry a maximum penalty of one year in prison.

“We believe it should be 3 years which is in line with the current penalty for animal cruelty,” Chief Inspector Young said.

“There are also inconsistencies in relation to the penalties imposed for neglect.

“We see many serious or large-scale neglect cases that result in significant harm to large numbers of animals or to one animal over a long period of time, and in these cases we believe the current maximum penalty of 1 year’s imprisonment is inadequate.”

Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries and Minister for Rural Communities Mark Furner said the review will continue to ensure that our animal welfare laws remain current and pro-

tect the welfare of all animals in Queensland.

“This review will examine all aspects of the Animal Care and Protection Act 2001 to ensure that the Act continues to meet changing community expectations and modern animal welfare practices,” he said. ● Mandatory reporting by veterinary professionals of animal welfare concerns; ● Prohibited events, regulated surgical procedures and offence exemptions; ● The use of baits and traps; ● Restraining dogs in open utility vehicles and trucks; ● The use of animals in science; ● Inspector powers and arrangements for externally appointed inspectors; ● The management of animals seized during animal welfare investigations; and ● Penalties for animal cruelty.

To have your say visit biosecurity.qld.gov.au and search for ‘ACPA review’ before midnight, Friday May 21, 2021 to complete the survey or submit a written response.

RSPCA Cairns Animal Care Manager Natalie Anger and Animal Attendant Johanna Uebel with Meatball and Pancake.

Boost to local rafting operators THRILL seekers are once again taking to the water on the Tully and Barron Rivers in Far North Queensland as the region’s whitewater tourism operators recommence activities following COVID related shutdowns.

These adventure tourism operations are only viable when water is being released from CleanCo’s Barron Gorge, Kareeya and Koombooloomba hydroelectric power stations which create the rapid water flow downstream.

“The Tully River hosted the World Rafting championships in 2018 and both Tully and Barron Rivers are considered two of the best white-water rafting experi-

ences in Australia, attracting thrill seeking adventurers from interstate and overseas and state-owned energy generator, CleanCo, is committed to supporting these tourism activities.”

CleanCo Queensland CEO Dr Maia Schweizer said since taking ownership of the hydro generators in late 2019, CleanCo has been working closely with tourism operators to ensure adventure activities on the rivers can continue.

“We have agreements in place with commercial operators to allow access to the rivers and support ongoing tourism operations,” Dr Schweizer said.

“We understand how difficult the last 12 months have

been for tourism operators and so have waived all access fees. This arrangement will remain in place until at least October this year to best support operators as they get back up and running.

“It is fantastic to see white water rafters back on the river taking full advantage of the ideal conditions created when we power up the hydros to generate renewable energy – we look forward to seeing more action on the rivers over the coming months.”

Cairns Adventure Group Director Roderic Rees who operates Foaming Fury and Raging Thunder whitewater rafting tours in Far North Queensland has welcomed the ongoing fee relief offered by CleanCo.

“Without the safety net of the Jobkeeper subsidy, times are going to get tougher for the tourism industry” Mr Rees said.

Bazz Goes who runs Rapid Boarders on the Barron River also said the fee relief would provide more certainty for his staff as operations get back up and running.

“We offer adventure seekers a unique way to experience the world class rapids of the Barron River and I can only do this if I have a good team behind me,” Mr Goes said.

“I’m looking forward to once again guiding visitors and locals alike through some of the best adventures Tropical North Queensland has to offer.”

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FR0M PAGE 1 TANYA MURPHY GETTING a job on a strawberry farm, such as Shaylee Strawberries in Atherton, could win you $100,000, as part of a competition to solve severe labour shortages in the agriculture industry.

The Queensland Strawberry Growers Association (QSGA) is offering a total prize pool of $1 million, which will see ten lucky workers walk away with huge bonuses this season in a bid to motivate Australians to work on farms.

After registering online and being employed by a strawberry farm, workers will gain entries in the draw for every full week they work from June and October, and bonus entries if they spend eight or more weeks on the same farm.

According to the QSGA, working holiday makers normally pick up to 80 per cent of strawberries in Queensland, but COVID-19 travel restrictions have created a major shortage of peak demand workers.

Shaylee Strawberries owners Alice and Joe Barletta said they previously

relied mainly on backpackers, but had already had several locals contacting them about work since the competition opened on April 8.

The Barlettas will start planting soon and will require up to 12 pickers and six packers to plant around 50,000 strawberry plants and harvest around 50,000 kilograms of strawberries in their three paddocks from June to October.

This is half the amount they planted last year, and the QSGA warns of strawberry shortages and high prices as farms scale back operations due to the labour shortage.

Alice and Joe’s two daughters and one son all work on the farm and Alice said it was their dream life.

“It’s fun. You’re working outside and most of the time the weather is beautiful,” she said.

“We have little carts to sit in while picking so you’re not standing all day, and the carts have canvas covers so you’re in the shade.

“Workers have told us they really enjoy working here because it is a family business and we treat them like family.”

Leesa Poggioli, 50, is a born and bred Atherton local and has been working at Shaylee for a year, picking, packing, and helping to make ice cream and jam, and said she absolutely loved it.

“I love being outdoors and you have the satisfaction of seeing the plants grow from one week to the next. Joe and Alice have taught me so much,” she said.

“You’re allowed to listen to a podcast or music and the day goes by really quickly.

You’re with other people you can talk to, and sometimes even get a little competitive.

“It makes me upset when I hear people say there’s no jobs around, when I know that I’m 50 and I can go out and get a job.”

Avocados Australia chairman Jim Kochi, who farms avocados in Atherton, expressed concerns that the competition may not attract new workers to agriculture but instead divert existing farm workers onto strawberry farms at the expense of other fruits and vegetables.

“You’re not going to get more workers unless you can stop Australians sitting on the couch watching Netflix and eating Cheezels all day,” he said.

“The person that’s going to win that lottery is going to be a backpacker, who may have been in New South Wales picking oranges, who’s been lured to Queensland to have a chance at the lottery.”

But QSGA President Adrian Schultz said just one week after its launch, the promotion had already had 350 potential workers register and another 200 contact farms directly to apply for work.

“Of those numbers, the overwhelming majority have been locally-based individuals who have been encouraged to come and give farm work a go this winter,” he said.

“Queensland Strawberries has such an extreme peak labour demand requirement that we have had no choice but to take this radical, out-of-the box step to attract a workforce to our farms.

“We believe that this program will help to expand the pool of Aussies who are actively interested in a career in horticulture, and that can only be a good thing for all crops, not just strawberries.”

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Knuth steps up the milk war

PETER MCCULLAGH MEMBER for Hill, Shane Knuth has once again called for action from the major retailers, milk processors and both sides of politics to protect and ensure the Queensland Dairy Industry is kept alive.

Over recent years the dairy industry has been ravaged by escalating costs and diminishing returns as some of the major retailers and processors have reduced the cost of milk at the farmgate.

“Back in the year 2000 we had over 1500 dairy farmers, now we are falling below 285 farmers in Queensland and if this current trend continues by the year 2027, we will not have one dairy farmer left in Queensland.” Stated Knuth.

In 2016 Knuth introduced to Queensland parliament a bill to legislate for a ‘Fair Milk Logo’ to indicate that the milk producer was paid a fair price for their milk. Such a logo would provide confidence to the consumer and promote ethical and fair relationships within the industry.

This bill was overturned

by both major parties, however the minister of the day did recognise the importance of the proposed ‘Fair Go Milk Logo’ and provided funding for the initial development of the logo.

The launch of the Queensland Dairy Organisation’s (QDO) ‘Fair Go Milk Logo’ was planned for March 2020, however the ACCC had received objections against the introduction of the logo, so it was delayed until October 2020 or early 2021.

“We’ll keep fighting for the farmers, we need greater food security, it’s time to act now, not in five years’ time when we don’t have a dairy farming industry,” Mr Knuth said.

In Cairns this week, Knuth raised concerns about major supermarkets and some processors campaigning against the QDO scheme, which is designed to help customers identify which milk brands pay a fair price per litre to dairy farmers.

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2016 that would identify with a logo the milk brands that are sold in supermarkets, which pay a fair price to dairy farmers - this was rejected by the LNP and Labor at the time,” Mr Knuth said.

“However, the current Agriculture Minister acknowledged that it was a good idea and provided $700,000 to QDO to design and launch the ‘Fair Go Dairy’ logo.

“The Fair Go Dairy logo will reinvigorate the industry.

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informed decision as to what brand of milk they should buy.

“The ‘Fair Go Dairy’ logo represents a product that is priced fairly for the consumer and also supports a fair price for the farmer at the farmgate.

“This is not a campaign about charging more for milk, this is about informing the consumer allowing them to make a purchasing decision that supports the farmers.”

In March this year, Queensland Dairy Organisation was granted final au-

thorisation for their proposed ‘Fair Go Dairy’ scheme.

Unfortunately the Australian Dairy Products Federation (ADPF) lodged an application with the Australian Competition Tribunal seeking to set aside the ACCC’s approval of the ‘Fair Go Dairy’ scheme.

The ADPF is an organisation representing some of the largest milk producers in Australia. In Queensland their members include Norco, Lactalis (who own the Pauls brand and Bega (who own the Dairy Farmers brand).

This further delay is a dis-

appointment to QDO and supporters of the new scheme.

“Why is the ADPF so determined to block ‘Fair Go Dairy’ which is aimed at providing transparency to consumers about the origin of the milk they buy and whether farmers are paid a fair price?”

Eric Danzi, QDO Executive Officer said.

The KAP have also called for both Labor and the LNP to commit to the proposal for $1.7 million funding over four years to market and advertise the “Fair Go” logo to all Queenslanders.

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TANYA MURPHY TALENTED Kewarra Beach artist Liz Dean has been painting exquisite works of art for more than 60 years, but this weekend she will hold her first ever art exhibition at the age of 75.

The exhibition of 60 of her paintings, include watercolours and acrylics, landscapes and portraits, will be held at the Clifton Beach Tennis Club from from 10am to 4pm this Saturday and Sunday only, with some paintings available for sale.

Ms Dean grew up on a farm in remote South Australia, and began sketching with chalk at just 18 months old.

“I was lucky that my parents gave me a chalkboard and chalks when I was very little,” she said.

“I have been sketching, painting and drawing ever since, except for one long period where I was in the navy, and I have found that I am getting better as I keep going.”

Ms Dean worked for years in computer science and the exhibition of 60 paintings includes work produced during her life living and working all over Australia and overseas.

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Kewarra Beach artist Liz Dean will hold her first ever art exhibition at the age of 75 ours,” she said.

Ms Dean retired and moved to Cairns three years ago, where she is a member of the Cairns Art Society.

Ms Dean said her sister Pat Connor had organised

the exhibition to encourage her to display her work.

“There are some paintings there from back in about 1988,” said Ms Dean.

“I probably should’ve had an exhibition ages ago, but

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where I come from, in remote South Australia, is not the place to have an exhibition, and before that I was working, and I guess, working people don’t have much time.”

A STATE-OF-THE-ART $1.5 million rescue and boarding facility for dogs and cats will begin construction in Port Douglas in the coming weeks, after years of fundraising efforts by the Homeless Animal Society and Boarding Kennels Inc. In September 2016 the charity lost its first “Paws and Claws” facility due to redevelopment, leaving the region’s lost and abandoned dogs and cats with nowhere to go.

Now, after years of hurdles being thrown at the organisation and many failed attempts at securing a new property, the committee recently agreed to enter into contract with their builder to construct the long-awaited new home.

When completed, it will be able to house 38 dogs for rescue and boarding and will have the ability to hold cat communities as well.

“We are so happy that all the hard work from the committee and the support from the community is now paying off,” said Society president Michael Kerr.

“Without the support that we have received from the State Government, Federal Government, Cairns Animal Welfare and the very generous local input we would never have reached this goal.”

Having been required to borrow the last $250,000, the association is now looking forward to opening the facility in the second half of 2021.

The Society, which continues

Homeless Animal Society and Boarding Kennels Inc president Michael Kerr receives a donation from a Quicksilver Cruises representative. to fundraise via its charity shop in Mossman and various fundraising events, thanked the Douglas community for its patience and continuing contributions.

“At times we didn’t know if we were ever going to get there, we were knocked back from so many properties and then faced a hefty legal bill securing the current site,” said Mr Kerr.

“A lot of work has gone into this project to ensure that it will be nothing like the previous property and obviously comply with the conditions that have been placed on it.

“The association is extremely grateful for the support that it continues to receive and it is clear that the love for the organisation and the animals that it will care for is abundant.”

However this is just the start of the journey for rescuing the region’s abandoned animals, so tax deductable donations can be made at www.pawsandclaws.org.au

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Friday April 16, 2021

Cairns Local News

A pony, monkey, ton, score, bag of sand: time to talk cash

G’DAY Tropicairnsians, I just love cash. Even the new plastic notes. Give me the stuff with the picture of the Queen on it every day.

You should always carry cash in your wallet or purse, you never know when you may pass a small stall somewhere packed with just what you have been looking for, or the next greatest thing since they invented the usb-powered pet rock. (Note to self: put that on my birthday wish list.)

I cannot imagine walking around Rusty’s Market without cash. Carrying the good old hard currency can help you when bargaining with stall holders or even shop owners big and small, a bit of quick argy-bargie, and persis-

tent haggling can gain you at times a good discount.

Now I know most punters are not keen or think they have the savvy to haggle but you should step out of your comfort zone and give it a try, you can be rapted with the money you save.

More good points for cash as the preferred payment method.

Have you ever heard of a person who stole your cash spending more than they stole from you?

But they can if they grabbed your plastics, now that a different matter.

Another positive point is when the great internet or electrical system goes down, how many of us have been caught out at the shops with only cards and the savvy ones walking past us are paying with cash.

Have you ever been charged bank and merchant fees when handing over hard cash?? No.... but you will get charged fees on plastic sales and don’t even bother mentioning afterpay companies that take advantage of strugglers.

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Cash enables us to only spend what you have; I know it’s not always possible but give it a good old Aussie try.

One excellent plus for cash is when trying to find presents.

Those ankle biters or that adult someone that already has everything. This is when people

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usually resort to gift cards. Now this is great until they either misplace or leave it too late and the card expires?

Well guess what Tropicairnsians, cash does not expire!!

My grandkids love it when at birthday or Christmas time, that I hand over a small present

and a $50 or 2, so then it’s off to whatever shop to purchase what Poppy could never have thought of.

So, think about cash as the best alternative and least amount of heartache.

Stay safe Wayne

TWO events that are expected to attract foodies from far and wide will be staged at Munro Martin Parklands (MMP) later this year.

About 2000 people are expected to attend the Cairns Food and Wine Festival, which will showcase locally produced food and beverages.

The ticketed event will be on Saturday 9 October, from 4pm to 10pm.

The following weekend, MMP will host Backyard Makeover Eat Street, a not-for-profit, family-friendly, public event by The Doctor Edward Koch Foundation.

The event will include a variety of vendors selling food, an expo of non-profits showcasing their work in the mental health, entertainment activities and a family friendly film.

Funds raised will be directed into the foundation’s Backyard Makeover Program, a volunteer group that aims to improve mental, social and physical outcomes for residents and community organisation through backyard makeovers.

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Friday April 16, 2021

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The Douglas vibe is I refer to our local pub musos who would have seen little or no work during the pandemic’s worst times.

Happily, that all seems to have changed and normal service has nearly resumed.

Let’s face it, there’s nothing better than live music in a relaxed settling with a coldie and some good friends.

Well done to all the pubs and in particular their staff for dealing with the very stressful management of mask wearing and COVID compliance.

It does amuse me a little that sitting in a busy pub or restaurant deck fully unmasked is apparently perfectly safe, whereas venturing into the toilet to spend a penny requires full mouth and nose covering.

Perhaps the facemasks are to ease the odors associated with the location rather than COVID safety? Perhaps not.

Seriously though, all things considered, I do feel local venues have tried their very best to make our social life as normal as possible and after all, they don’t make the rules.

Whether you’re a resident of paradise or a holiday maker visiting for the vacation of a lifetime, there’s no better way to enjoy some retail

therapy than at the local markets.

Mossman and Port Douglas Markets, with their diverse selection of wares, crafts, tastey treats and beautiful surroundings are two of the best markets in the tropical north.

This recent holiday period seems to have been mightily successful for both venues.

Booming crowds and a cracking assortment of the finest on offer in the North. Well done everyone!

If you are business owner, marketeer, publican or muso, I’d love to know how you have been going in recent weeks.

Get in touch, you can email me gazza@ cairnslocalnews.com.au For now though it’s Gazza Signing Out!!

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WELCOME back to another Douglas discourse, from your favorite cockney git. Yes, it’s time for Gazza’s Goss.

Last week I touched on the amazing resilience and tenacity of our Far North Queensland businesses, in particular our stoic businesses in Port Douglas and Mossman.

It’s so encouraging to see the local tourism industry finally enjoying a booming Easter and the subsequent school holiday period.

As a local, it is actually a pleasure to ring up trying to book a restaurant table and to find that the purveyor of your favourite cuisine is fully booked. No room at the Inn, so to speak.

One naturally assumes, if the cafes and restaurants are busy, so too are the gift shops, clothing shops, trip organisers and so on.

These business owners hopefully go on to spend their hard-earned cash locally.

I have no doubt that our music providers have been one of the hardest hit professions, and I’m not talking about Spotify here.

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Friday April 16, 2021

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LIGHTS, CAMERA AND SOON SOME ACTION

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Facebook appears to be unwilling to take action against the people scamming or placing fake ads on their site.

Forget Facebook, if you want to know whats going on in the community read the Cairns Local News.

Pity it wasn’t 100 pages a week, you guys offer responsible and truthful reporting.

Prior to last years state election, the Palaszczuk Government promised $6.8 million to fund the building of the FNQ Sound Stage.

This project was designed to propel the north forward as an ideal destination for film and television production, not just because of our tremendous scenery but also our state-of-the-art production facilities.

Over the weekend the premier announced the wonderful inroads her government have made to create a thriving film and television industry here in Queensland.

“Since the start of 2020, we have secured 39 productions for the sunshine State, including local Queensland-made and international productions attracted here through the Production Attraction Strategy.

“These productions have injected an estimated $437 million into the local economy and created approximately 5,500 jobs for Queenslanders.”

All very good but no mention of Cairns or the North. The promise of the FNQ Sound Stage appeared to have gone cold. Perhaps another dud election promise?

However, we are pleased to hear that local Member Curtis Pitt, a passionate supporter and advocate for this project is committed to and working on delivering the project and an announcement could be forthcoming.

Curtis has held several meetings with Screen Queensland as well as industry partners during the first quarter of 2021.

These discussions were to progress the concept design and to secure a location.

In Curtis’s words, “It’s not a case of whether a screen facility will be built - it’s where it will go and what it will include.”

A project of this nature is critical for the North. We have some of the most spectacular scenery, combined with a very stable social environment offering safety and security to stars and crew, along with some incredibly talented locals already working in acting and production.

The final word on the topic can best be summarised by our Member for Mulgrave, Curtis Pitt.

“I am acutely aware that Queensland and Australia more broadly are considered COVID-safe destinations for film and television production and so the aim is to complete the FNQ sound stage as quickly as possible to ensure we can secure our share of screen productions.

“The Far North played host to the first post-COVID screen production in Queensland with the feature film This Little Love Of Mine, and other recent projects in FNQ have included the documentaries, Microworlds and Reef: Live, and the teen TV series Dive Club.

“Further announcements regarding the location and construction timeframes for the sound stage will be made in the near future.”

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OPEN LETTER TO CAIRNS REGIONAL COUNCIL Paradise Palms Residents Association is appealing in the Planning and Environment Court against the preliminary approval by Cairns Regional Council to grant a variation request to change the zoning of Paradise Palms Golf Course from Sport and Recreation for development in accordance with the Palms Plan of Development.

The Palms Plan of Development is the Development Application submitted by the Paradise Palms North Queensland [PPNQ] PPRA is the Appellant, Cairns Regional Council is the Respondent and Paradise Palms North Queensland [PPNQ] is the Co-Respondent.

One would assume the Respondent and Co-Respondent are defending the same decision.

The PPNQ as the Applicant and C0-Respondent must prove the case.

According to a post on Barron River Social Stream Darren Halpin {PPNQ] stated “We got our quote from our legal team last week and it was just over $1,100,000. Council will spend a similar amount. So it will cost us and council over $2,000,000.”

The questions are, if this information is correct: • Should Council have a right to be an active participant as the appeal is against the Council’s decision to change the zoning. But why are the CRC and PPNQ both paying separate legal teams and duplicating the legal defence of the preliminary decision? Why are they both defending the same thing? Why are they not sharing the cost of one legal defence?

• The CRC is using ratepayers’ money to pay their legal costs of approximately $1,000,000. Did the Council understand when they authorised spending this money that a similar sum was going to be used by PPNQ in a separate but parallel defence? Who authorised this spend and how was it be justified?

• For transparency, who in the CRC has the authority to make the decision to spend $1,000,000 , who was consulted before the decision was made and to whom are they accountable?

I look forward to receiving clarification of these issues as the ratepayers seem to be paying out more than they should.

EILEEN McMURTRIE , PPRA committee Member and Ratepayer Orton Ave,Kewarra Beach 4879

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I waited for a call... I wasn’t told to isolate by the receptionist at my doctor and I had no call back from the covid/fever clinic.

I again called at 4:14pm? Same day but I didn’t leave a message due to the instructions “only leave 1 message” following day I appeared to the clinic at the base hospital and was told that I need an appointment before I can be seen.

I was told the drive through fever clinic in Aumuller street didn’t need an appointment, so I lined up there and in due course I drove in... I was questioned about my details and told I need an appointment so that also was a waste of time.

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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

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IAN MOSS Matchbox 30th Anniversary Tour Tanks Art Centre

Hot on the heels of the recent metro Matchbook 30th Anniversary Tour dates, Ian Moss is taking the iconic album on the road and he’s stopping in at the Tanks for two special shows.

Six of the album’s 10 songs, including Tucker’s Daughter, were written by Cold Chisel bandmate Don Walker; two were co-written by Moss and Walker; and one co-written by Moss, Walker and Cold Chisel drummer, Steve Prestwich.

Friday and Saturday night Tanks Arts Centre Full details: https://www.tanksartscentre.com

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BAMBOO CONNECT- Tanks Art Centre

Hey kids, mums and dads, Co-Lab returns to the Cairns Children’s Festival with Building Bridges, a series of workshops engaging children and their families in the construction of both physical and artistic bridges.

Bamboo is an ancient construction material and is still used today for all sorts of structures. The bamboo used in Bamboo Connect comes from stands that were originally planted by Chinese market gardeners on the slopes of Mt Whitfield for use as garden trellises.

Friday Saturday and Sunday Tanks Art Centre Full details: https://www.tanksartscentre.com

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FREE AQUA AEROBICS - Cairns Esplanade

Aquatic aerobics is a low impact, effective and fun way to get fit, burn calories, strengthen joints and bones and reduce stress.

Aqua Aerobics increases general well-being with little or no impact and you don’t even have to be able to swim.

These classes are FREE.

Saturday 9am - 10am Cairns Esplanade Full details: www.cairns.qld.gov.au/esplanade

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THE MARKET PLACE at The Pier Cairns

The Pier’s markets are back and tastier, craftier and bubblier than ever!

These are great undercovered air conditioned all weather markets.

Bringing you the best in local crafts, you are bound to be surprised and delighted. Plus as a bonus undercover parking is available.

The Market Place at The Pier Cairns will be held on the third Sunday of every month.

Sunday 9am - 2pm The Pier Cairns Full details: www.thepier.com.au

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SAY I DO Wedding Expo

Say I Do In Tropical North Queensland is all about celebrating the unity of love.

At our wedding expo you’ll find all your wedding needs in one place.

Tropical North Queensland’s premier event for all things engagement, wedding and love.

Find a wide range of our carefully selected vendors ranging from, photographers, celebrants, florists, venues, stationery, wedding cakes and more.

Sunday 9am - 3pm SHANGRI-LA HOTEL Full details: https://sayidointnq.com.au/

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Friday April 16, 2021

FRIDAY Tanya Murphy – Gilligan’s, 4:30-7:30pm Kim Settle and John Comrie – Cairns Cruising Yacht Squadron, 3:30pm International Yodelling Competition – German Club Cairns Kaweyova Duo – Central Hotel Port Douglas, 7:30pm Ian Moss – Tanks Arts Centre, 7:30pm (ticketed) 8 Ball Aitken – Tablelands Music Lovers, 7:30pm Robert Ross – Ant Hill Hotel Mareeba, 8pm Grand Theft Audio – The Jack Katie Richards - L’Unicos Trinity Beach, 4:30pm-7pm Johnny Sanchez – PJ O’Brien’s, 9:30pm Silver Fox Jazz Band – Elixir Music Bar, 6pm Rob Howe – Elixir Music Bar, 9:30pm Fraser Yuill Scott – Kewarra Beach Shack, 5:30pm Four in a Grooce – Cazaly’s, 6:15pm

ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

SATURDAY Northern Exposure (Vivien Aisi, Finding Time) – AJ Hackett’s, 11am Koahlition – Gilligan’s, 1pm Grand Theft Audio – Gilligan’s, 8:30pm-12 Mission Vibes (Pauly P, Tessa Devine, Adamo, Miss Tee, Tullara, and more) – The Garage, 12 til late, ticketed.

Nikki Doll – The Stratford Deli, 4:30pm Ben Wilson Album launch – Coffee & Clay, 7pm Ian Moss – Tanks Arts Centre, 7:30pm Spare Tyre Politics CD launch ft. Tessa Devine – Elixir Music Bar, 7:30pm Kaweyova Band – Bar 36, 9pm Justin Wellington – Central Hotel Port Douglas, 7:30pm Johnny Sanchez – PJ O’Brien’s, 9:30pm Fraser Yuill Scott – Paddy’s Port Douglas, 8pm Mr Smith – Cazaly’s, 6:15pm

SUNDAY Robert Ross – Botanic Gardens Restaurant, 10am Andrea – Chill Café Palm Cove, 3pm Bobby Maguire – Noori Beach Bar, 4pm Nikki Doll – The Stratford Deli, 4:30pm Barbary Coasters – Kewarra Beach Resort, 5pm Kaweyova Band – Pier Bar, 8pm Lucky Phil – Tanks Markets, 11am-1pm Justin Wellington - Salt House, 5pm Katie Richards & The Code – Music View TV, AJ Hackett’s Skypark, 2pm Joel Jackson – Elixir Music Bar, 3pm Fingerprint – Elixir Music Bar, 7:30pm Fraser Yuill Scott – Courthouse Port Douglas, 6pm Dazz & The Boyzz – Jack & Shanan’s Palm Cove, 2-5:30pm

APRIL MAIN EVENTS

Are you a venue or an artist that wants to be listed in the Gig Guide? Please send your gigs to tanya@cairnslocalnews.com.au by Wednesday each week to be listed in Friday’s paper.

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A dazzling event THE popular Mission Arts FOCUS Photographic Exhibition and Awards exhibition opened last Saturday.

It was highly successful with 100 people attending the event staged within a spectacular setting of fairy lights.

Once inside the exhibition, you have the sensation of walking into and through the visual works celebrating life, culture and history by regional photographers.

Seventy-eight images from amateurs to professionals capture important community moments and offer a diverse and interesting portrayal of subjects within 6 categories.

The overall Judge’s Choice Award Winning Entry and also Pets Category winner was Maureen Carthy, a member of the Townsville Photohgraphy Club.

This year three entries were received from the Gir-

ringun Aboriginal Art Centre, with Chris Muriata’s photo, ‘After the Burn’ winning the Landscape/Seascape category.

The Mission Arts FOCUS Photographic Exhibition and Awards will conclude with the accouncement of the People’s Choice Award on May 11. This is a free community event and for more information contact Mission Arts of visait their website www.missionarts.com.au

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“Dulce et Decorum Est” is the title of a poem from WWI poet Wilfred Owen. Translate the Latin title?

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Name the Graham Greene novel based upon the blueprints for a vacuum cleaner and MI6?

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I had written him a letter which I had, for want of better Knowledge, sent to where I met him down the Lachlan, years ago. Who was the letter addressed to?

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Which novel came first? Lord of the Rings or The Hobbit?

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“The Loaded Dog” was a humorous short story about three miners and their dog Tommy. Who was the author?

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The Twilight Saga is a series of four vampire-themed fantasy books. Name the author?

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“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness….” These are the opening lines from which classic book?

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John Steinbeck’s classic novel about a family during the Great Depression in Oklahoma was awarded the Pulitzer Prize. Name the novel?

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Name the pop-culture classic featuring the characters, Anastasia Steele and Christian Grey?

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“It is a far, far better thing that I do, than I have ever done; it is a far, far better rest that I go to than I have ever known.” Name the book this classic closing line is from.

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Name the John Grisham novel made into a major movie starring Tom Cruise and Gene Hackman.

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Name the author of the book?

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Name the Pulitzer Prize winning novel written by Harper Lee about a tale of racism in the American South.

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Name the Australian novel set in the Sutherland Shire about the surf and youth culture of the 1970s?

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Who authored “Around the World in Eighty Days.”?

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F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic tale set in New York City was made into a 1970s movie starring Paul Newman and Robert Redford. Name the novel?

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Dr. Suess was the pen name of what American author?

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The Australian Aboriginal detective series “Bony” was penned by whom?

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In 1964 Australian Donald Horne penned a famous book capturing the spirit of Australia. Name that book?

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Set in post-Civil War America, this Alice Walker novel was made into a 1980s movie starring Oprah Winfrey, name the novel.

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The Day My Bum Went Psycho is a classic children’s novel written by?

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Keep the Aspidistra Flying is a classic novel written in 1934. A tale about a copywriter rebelling against society’s dependence upon money. Name the author.

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Shakespeare’s “Alas poor Yorick, I knew him well” is misquoted often. What should the quote be?

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Name the American writer, born in Missouri responsible for writing about Huckleberry Finn and Tom Sawyer?

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Name the 19th century British poet responsible for the following words, “And did those feet in ancient time. Walk upon England’s mountains green…”

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“To be or not to be: that is the question”: is a quote from which Shakespeare play?

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Name the title of the Marcus Clarke Australian classic depicting the life as a convict in early Australia?

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Recite the first line of Samuel Taylor Coleridge’s classic poem, The Rime of the Ancient Mariner.

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Name the Australian author who passed away in 2015 in the Norfolk Island Hospital, aged 77, responsible for the classic novel Tim?

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William Warwick, now a Detective Inspector, is tasked with a dangerous new line of work, to go undercover and expose crime of another kind: corruption at the heart of the Metropolitan Police Force. His team is focused on following Detective Jerry Summers, a young officer whose lifestyle appears to exceed his income. But as a personal relationship develops with a member of William’s team, it threatens to compromise the whole investigation.

Meanwhile, a notorious drug baron goes on trial, with the prosecution case led by William’s father and sister. And William’s wife Beth, now a mother to twins, renews an old acquaintance who appears to have turned over a new leaf, or has she?

As the undercover officers start to draw the threads together, William realizes that the corruption may go deeper still, and more of his colleagues than he first thought might be willing to turn a blind eye.

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Dave Grohl Having entertained the idea for years, and even offered a few questionable opportunities (‘It’s a piece of cake! Just do four hours of interviews, find someone else to write it, put your face on the cover, and voila!’), I have decided to write these stories just as I have always done, in my own hand.

The joy that I have felt from chronicling these tales is not unlike listening back to a song that I’ve recorded and can’t wait to share with the world, or reading a primitive journal entry from a stained notebook, or even hearing my voice bounce between the Kiss posters on my wall as a child.

This certainly doesn’t mean that I’m quitting my day job, but it does give me a place to shed a little light on what it’s like to be a kid from Springfield, Virginia, walking through life while living out the crazy dreams I had as young musician.

From hitting the road with Scream at 18 years old, to my time in Nirvana and the Foo Fighters, jamming with Iggy Pop or playing at the Academy Awards or dancing with AC/DC and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, drumming for Tom Petty or meeting Sir Paul McCartney at Royal Albert Hall, bedtime stories with Joan Jett or a chance meeting with Little Richard, to flying halfway around the world for one epic night with my daughters…the list goes on. I look forward to focusing the lens through which I see these memories a little sharper for you with much excitement.

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Skoda has a large range of vehicles from the compact Fabia to the larger 7-seat Kodiaq and the exciting Kamiq, which won the Newscorp Car of the Year in 2020.

Skoda has a long history of making quality cars with the first vehicle in 1905 and then brought the brand to Australian drivers in 2007. Skoda presence in the

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Skoda’s global head of sales and marketing Alain Favey told journalists that extensive brand consolidation – and an incoming product offensive – would be key to driving Skoda sales higher.

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“We are very excited to be bringing this quality European brand to Cairns. Skoda has a reputation for great European quality while also offering an exceptional value proposition. “I chose SKODA because I saw a gap in the auto market for the value European brand in Cairns.” said dealer principal Alan Ren.

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No COVID downturn for Cairns real estate

A NEW monthly snapshot of the Cairns and Far North QLD economy has been released with a range of surprising bright spots on the horizon in real estate, mixed with some continued grey clouds in employment and tourism.

The new “dashboard of key economic indicators” for the region is a free resource for business, government, investors and the broader community highlighting the latest data and trends in a range of fields including property, tourism, construction, the labour market and more.

The Cairns Report editor Gavin King hopes the local business community, politicians and councils share and utilise the monthly report to encourage investment and spark debate about the economic needs of the region.

The Cairns Report is edited by Gavin King with data analysis by Pete Faulkner from CONUS and support from three highly respected national companies with a strong local presence: Belle Property, Grant Thornton and Holding Redlich.

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KEY FINDINGS FROM THE INAUGURAL EDITION OF THE CAIRNS REPORT, LAUNCHED ON APRIL 7, INCLUDE: •T he Cairns unemployment rate has risen to 6.5%, contrary to falls in the national and Queensland unemployment rates •T otal employment has fallen in Cairns, again contrary to trends nationally and statewide •H ouse prices and median rents have both risen due to a continued shortage of stock on the market •B uilding approvals in Cairns continue to shine with a remarkable 107.6% increase from a year ago, resulting in the highest level of approvals in 11 years • I t comes as no surprise that passenger movements at Cairns Airport have sunk more than 50% compared to a year ago, though the airport performed well with certain routes against other airports across Australia •T he Google Mobility Index confirms the relative freedom of movement for residents in Cairns versus the national median

Nicholas Slatyer from Belle Property was upbeat about the local property market.

“The prices we’re achieving are at the higher end of our expectations and properties are selling quite quickly,” Mr Slatyer said.

“Momentum is definitely on the side of the seller. There’s no doubt whatsoever that the lack of available property for sale is driving competition between buyers.”

The Cairns Report editor Gavin King said the level of optimism in the Cairns economy, despite continued

headwinds in tourism, was surprising.

“Residential construction and real estate lead the way in terms of positive results in the local economy, along with big announcements in the maritime precinct, government spending on the post-COVID 19 recovery and the potential for regional population growth from capital cities.

There are also notes of positive signs on the horizon for accommodation bookings and recent advice from Qantas that international flights could resume in late October,” Mr King said.

“There are however some grey clouds in the labour market with the end of JobKeeper and the ongoing impact on the tourism sector of international border closures and state-sanctioned lockdowns.”

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HALF MOON BAY Golf Results

JACK HIGH MOSSMAN MEN’S & LADIES BOWLS CLUB

Tuesday April 6 Ladies: R Yelland 71, B Merrick 71, D Skinner 72.

Men: R Ladru 70 Wednesday April 7 Div1: V Bhaskaran 41, C Wilson 40, M Betlinski 38.

Div2: M Tookey 40, A Adams 36, G Fowles 36.

Ladies: L Ladru 39.

Friday April 9 Men’s: Div 1. M Rogge 21, DGreig 21.

Div 2. D Themos 20, A Hargreaves 19.

Ladies: L Zakarevicius21, F Hayles 20.

Saturday 3 April Men’s: Div. 1: G Ferry 37, J Florimo 37, T Neal 37.

Div. 2: M Allen 39, L Gates 38, M Ots 37.

Div. 3: A Cormes 40, D Chuong 39, M Tookey 37.

Ladies: A Watson 38, G Chillemi 37, C Kaipara 35.

Sunday 4 April Men’s: Div. 1: P Frier 38, D Pulley 35.

Div. 2: P Warring 37, G Hamilton 36.

Ladies: C Atkinson 36.

Volkswagen Scramble Qualifier 1st: C Perrin, C Jones, S Coy, M Scott – 55 Nett.

2nd K Somerville, M Girdler, B Haskins, M Wright – 55.62 Nett.

Saturday April 10. 30 Bowlers for Jackpot Bowls. In the Club Championship Handicap Singles Charlie Toohey (-3) d Dylan Wilde (+5) 27-20 and in the Pairs Tony Kessler/Nev Tesch d David White/SAS 21-16; in other games, Gordon Henderson/ Col Widdows/Colt Dwyer d Bernie Wolland/Daryl Hoskins/Jim Geddes 21-19; Billy Smith/Terry Richards/Dave Egan d John Fleming/Billy Allison/Tony Brlyack 24-19; John Cochrane/Steve Osborne/Joe Girgenti d Dave Blain/Peter Worley/Nev Fletcher 22-15; and the winners for the day, Doug Pitt/Peter Gorsuch/Dick Pitt d Chris Payne/ Steve Cue/Col Maxted 19-12. And thank you to John Fleming for his music selection!

In other Club Championship games, in the Pairs, Dave Beaumont/Greg McLean d Mick Frese/Peter Busch 21-11; and in the B Grade Singles, Chris Payne d John Arnold 25-12; and in the A Grade Singles Dave Blain d Ranald Edwards 25-14.

In the Club Championship, Games scheduled for this weekend, Saturday 17 April, Eric Smith/Nev Fletcher vs Bob Hando/John Cochrane; Bernie Wolland/Dylan Wilde vs Tony Kessler/Nev Tesch; Sunday 18 April, in the A Grade Singles Eric Smith vs Charlie Toohey; Bob Hando vs SAS. Game scheduled for Saturday 24 April in the Triples, Mick Frese/Chris Payne/Dick Pitt vs Eric Smith/Peter Busch/Dave Egan.

For Jackpot Bowls this Saturday, names in by 12 noon with card call at 12.45pm. Anyone interested in playing bowls (either for the first time or returning to the game) please contact David White 0407 630 759.

Mareeba Open 4s Trish Arnold (Moss), Joy Baird (Edmon), Darelye Hester (Edmon), and Denise Charman (S.Wood) took out 3rd place. Well done. The Mossman A Grade Singles was won by Pam Widdows who defeated Angie Fleming. Congratulations Pam. Commiseration to Angie.

April 6 Pennants Our ladies were defeated by South Johnstone by 13 pts. Next time ladies.

April 8 Thurs social was won by Carmen Bolton & Maree Crees with 2W+17. R. Ups were Trish Arnold & Margaret Cooper with 2W+11.

Anita McCoist won the raffle. Any ladies interested in giving bowls a go, please contact Carole Maxted; caroles44bb@dodo.com.au or 0400954537.

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EDGE HILL MEMORIAL BOWLS CLUB

Ladies Social Bowls: Tuesday April 6. Elaine Whitehead defeated Karina Homer 100-70 in Consistency Singles.

Wednesday 7th April the Final of Club Fours was won

by Cornelia Smith, Jeannie Wild, Yvonne Bolton and Lou Pomroy defeat Jill Alexander-Sachse, Fran Maddern, Karina Homer and Beth Gray 25-15. Saturday 10th April Championship Pairs Round One saw Cornelia Smith and Elaine Whitehead defeat Jill Alexander-Sachse and Beth Gray 27-9. Thursday 8th April Social Bowls Jill Alexander-Sachse and Beth Gray defeat Yvonne Bolton and Elaine Whitehead 13-10.

Put names down on the sheet provided for Thursday 15th April 2021 Social Bowls.

Men’s Mixed Social Bowls: Tuesday April 6, No bowls. No bowls. Tuesday Night winners were Geoff and Mucka. R/U: Robert, Peter and Steve. Wednesday 7th April 2021 winners were Ray and Wayne. R/U: Allan, Chris and Steve.

Saturday 10th April 2021 Social Pairs winners were Geoff Royle and Jeannie Wild. Jackpot not won and now sits at $864+. Social bowls will continue Tuesday (Day and Night), Wednesday night triples with Saturday afternoon pairs or triples depending on numbers.

Edge Hill Club Championship Games.

2020-2021 A Grade Singles Championship event was played with David Spowart defeating Allan Henson 2621. Check the notice board for upcoming games are: S Vardy v’s D Curry, D Spowart v’s H Mitchell. B Grade Singles saw Chris Henson defeating Rob Wilson 2515. Other Games now scheduled are G Burnett v’s T Bartholomeusz and B Moseley v’s A Henson. Pairs Championship resulted in a win to Wayne Petrohilos and Phil Lee against Steve Bragger and Mal Taylor 27-17.

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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BRONCOS TRIO HELPING OUR JUNIORS JUNIOR footballers from throughout Far North Queensland will get the opportunity brush up on their rugby league skills with the annual Broncos NRL Coaching Clinic next week.

The Broncos Game Development Manager, Paul Dyer will be joined by Broncos Grand Final players and Internationals Matt Gillett and Jack Reed will conduct their annual junior development skills clinic at Jones Park next Wednesday.

Up to 100 junior league players will have a chance to run through some key drills designed to hone their skills and develop their passion for the game further.

The clinic caters for Year 5 and 6 Development Cup Players here in the North.

The 10 to 12 year old boys and girls will have the opportunity to learn from some of the greats of the game.

Broncos Game Development Manager, Paul Dyer conducts clinics of this nature throughout Queensland on an annual basis. Dyer and his team are conducting two clinics next Wednesday, the first for junior players and coaches the second is a coaches workshop with a focus on coaches working with Under 13 and upward.

Alby Anderson, NRL Lead Game Development Officer in Cairns is expecting another great visit and clinic with the Broncos.

“This is an annual event for us. These guys tip back into the game at grass-roots level and have been coming here for years. This is something that all our juniors look forward to each year.

“Our clinic goals are to assist kids to move from a school-based rugby league structure to a club based competition setup.

“Its important that kids develop not just the necessary skills for the sport but

also they should love the game and discover the fun associated with playing such a wonderful team sport,” he said.

“Our goal is to get kids active and involved the sport. If you want to join in, just turn up on the day, It’s free to attend, you will have the opportunity to have fun, learn some new skills and meet some legends of the game,” Joining Paul Dyer will be Broncos and International players Matt Gillett and Jack Reed.

The three are part of the ‘Broncos Magnificent Seven and the Trainee’ (Matt Gillett is affectionately referred to as the ‘Trainee’). A team of eight legends of the game who commit to developing the game at grass-roots level throughout the state.

Matt Gillett, with over 200 games in Broncos colours along with 12 caps for Australia will have the opportunity to inspire the players of

the future during this clinic.

Jack Reed also has a strong NRL pedigree with 126 games for the Broncos as well as 5 Test Caps for England and loves getting out on the field with the juniors.

The coaches will also visit and work with six schools in Cairns whilst here for the clinics.

Gordonvale High, Bently Park High, St Marys, Cairns High, St Andrews and Freshwater State School will all be visited by Dyer and his team.

The Year 5 & 6 Development Cup Clinic will be held Wednesday April 21, from 4.30 to 6pm at Jones Park, Mann Street Westcourt.

“Our goal is to get kids active and involved the sport. If you want to join in, just turn up on the day, It free to attend, you will have the opportunity to have fun, learn some new skills and meet some legends of the game,”

Broncos Game Development Manager, Paul Dyer

MUDCRABS RUCK

Match Report Mudcrabs v Wanderers 09/04/2021 In the Cairns Northern Beaches Mudcrabs opening game for 2021 the boys came up short, losing to Cairns Wanderers at the death 20-19.

The Crabs were led by a physical defensive effort from Captain Sam Taylor and Crabs young gun Kevin Nelson.

Second Rowers Alex Hampton and JD Baker-Spittles were both solid in a strong scrummaging effort from the Crabs.

The game opened with a JD Baker-Spittles try with Wanderers hitting back not long after to level the scores at 7-7.

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Winger Kane Barry, with what could end up being the try of the season, gathered a Kini Nanavo cross-field kick that put the Crabs up 19-17 after Nordine Belfadel hit the conversion from the sideline.

After some brave defence on the line Wanderers kicked a late penalty goal to seal the match.

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3

2

0

1

4

SEAGULLS

3

2

0

1

4

FALCONS

3

2

0

1

4

DOLPHINS

3

2

0

1

4

PRIDE

3

1

1

1

3

MAGPIES

3

1

0

2

2

TIGERS

3

1

0

2

2

BEARS

3

1

0

2

2

CAPRAS

3

0

1

2

1

CUTTERS

3

0

0

3

0

JETS

3

0

0

3

0

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The local derby PETER MCCULLAGH THE Northern Pride finished last Saturday’s game against Wynnum Manly with injury clouds over several key players.

Both Matthew Musumeci and Jayden Hodges left the ground with what appeared to be serious injuries along with HIA’s due on several other players including Rod Griffin.

At Monday’s post-game summary conference, Northern Pride coach, Ty Williams was not counting on either Musumeci or Hodges being cleared to play.

It was a surprised and delighted Williams who reported with the naming of the team that both players were cleared to play after scans revealed the

injuries were not as serious as previously thought.

“We are very surprised that’s happened, but the doctors and the physios have come up with a pretty, good report,” he said.

Scans conducted Tuesday revealed that neither injury was as serious as thought allowing Williams to name them in this week’s team to play the Blackhawks in Townsville.

The final decision regarding their position in the team will be made on Friday allowing for a few additional days for injuries to settle.

Williams also announced a positional change for this week with Cowboys contracted player Jake Clifford moving to fiveeighth and standout player Tom Steadman snaring the number 7 jersey.

This weekend’s game will be a tough one. The Blackhawks currently sit atop the ladder with 3 wins from 3 starts and are a big physical forward pack.

“The Blackhawks are very big through the middle with their crew with Sam Hall and Joe Boyce, but also defensively to stiffen up the middle. I thought we were good at the start of last week’s game, but this week we’ll need to have that bit more steel there.”

Rod Griffin was reported during the round 3 clash with Wynnum Manly and charged with dangerous contact.

Griffin elected to take an early guilty plea avoiding suspension and cop the 75 carry over points, clearing him to play this weekend.”

Williams is anticipating a

very spirited game given the rivalry between Cairns and Townsville.

“It is what it is, and before the Blackhawks and the Northern Pride it was Townsville against Cairns. That’s the rivalry, no matter what sport you play cricket squash, volleyball, doesn’t matter. That’s exciting. I think the boys will take it on, and we’ll see how they go.”

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Griffin, 9. Chris Ostwald (c), 10. Nick Lui Toso, 11. Joshua Stuckey, 12. Tom McGrath, 13.

Jayden Hodges (c), 14. Heilum Luki, 15. Jeremiah Nanai, 16. Ewan Moore, 17. Terrence Casey-Douglas, 18. Evan Child, 19. Matthew Egan, 20.

Denzel King, 21. Lata Fakalelu, 22. Cephas Chinfat.

Blackhawks 1. Josh Hoffman, 2. Michael Carroll, 3. Carlin Anderson, 4.

Esan Masters, 5. Kalifa Faifai Loa, 6. Kyle Laybutt, 7. Daejarn Asi, 8. Jordan Kenworthy, 9. Josh Chudleigh, 10. Sam Northern Pride 1. Jayden Corrigan, 2. Shawn Hoare (c), 11. Tom Hancock, Bowen, 3. Grant Anderson, 12. Riley Price, 13. Tom Gilbert, PHOTO:Lewis, FNQ 5.

Roar Photography 14. Shaun Nona, 15. Sione 4. Bernard Matthew Musumeci, 6. Jake Clifford, 7. Lousi, 16. Kieran Quabba, 17.

Thomas Steadman, 8. Rodney Griffin Neame.

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