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MIN:19 MAX:26 CAIRNS TIDE TIMES LOW: 00.17 LOW: 12.45 HIGH: 6.32 HIGH: 19.16

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MIN:18 MAX:26 INNISFAIL TIDE TIMES LOW: 3.39 LOW: 15.10 HIGH: 8.26 HIGH: 21.32

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THE Cairns Regional Council’s flying fox relocation project is the most expensive bat relocation per ratepayer ever undertaken in Australia.

The council’s Cairns Flying-Fox Roost Management Plan (CFFRMP) has cost $1.64 million this financial year to the end of May, which included obtaining relevant permits.

This is comparable to the amount spent by much larger cities Sydney and Melbourne, while the townships of Maclean and Charters Towers spent $400,000 and $500,000 respectively.

A report discussed at last week’s ordinary council meeting estimated council would need to budget an additional $242,000 in the six month period from July 1 to December 31 to continue the Cairns Flying-Fox Roost Management Plan (CFFRMP).

Council has applied to the Department of State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning for a $121,000 grant to cover half the cost.

Council’s Acting General Manager for Infrastructure Services Gary Everson said the program had been successful for the wellbeing of the animals and for the community.

“There have only been six recorded spectacled flying fox deaths at the Cairns Library in the past year, that is in contrast to previous years where over 200-400 mortalities have been recorded at the site,” he said.

“The absence of flying foxes from the City Library site has also been welcomed by the community residents, who are able to use this public space without incident.”

Mr Everson said Council had Federal approval for the deterrent program to continue permanently, but costs were expected to be considerably lower next year.

“There are more than 40 known flying fox roosts throughout the greater Cairns region, and the flying foxes have relocated to one, or more, of those sites,” he said.

Bats and trees Society of Cairns (BatSoc) zoologist Sera Steves, who is also a

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Mirriwinni Post Office STUDENTS at Mirriwinni State School will gain a richer understanding of Indigenous culture and stories thanks to a very special delivery from Australia Post last Friday.

Mirriwinni State School was selected to receive a special pack of picture books authored and illustrated by First Nations peoples living in remote communities across Australia and published by the Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF), after Mirriwinni Post Office Licensee Bryan Walker nominated the school in a staff competition.

Mr Walker, who has run the Mirriwinni Post Office for over five years, said he was thrilled to be able to help boost the number of books that could be accessed by the local community.

“Mirriwinni is a small school but big on reading and the Arts,” Mr Walker said, adding that he was a regular visitor both as a guest reader and a Book Week judge.

“Whenever I visit, the students are responsive, enthusiastic and always grateful.

I am sure they are going to love reading and enjoying these books.”

Across Australia 24 schools benefited from this promotion and Mirriwinni State School were only one school of three fortunate enough in Queensland to receive the delivery of books.

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Rescued pup: A bat pup that was abandoned by its mother during the dispersal program.

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CHEERS TO THE BATS! DID you know, without bats there would be no tequila?

concoctions made from these ingredients by following the ‘Flying Fox Cocktail Trail.”

Bats are the sole pollinators of the agave plant, from which the popular liquor is made.

Sixteen bars in Cairns and Kuranda are serving special ‘Flying Fox Cocktails’ (and mocktails) from June 4 to 18 in aid of the Bats and Trees Society of Cairns (BatSoc).

Have you ever wondered why the Bacardi rum logo is a bat?

Bats are also one of the main pollinators of sugar cane, from which rum is made – and that’s not even to begin on the list of fruits that bats are responsible for pollinating and dispersing!

This month, you can discover why you should thank a bat as you drink delicious wildlife ecologist on the Cairns Flying Fox Advisory Committee, said the exact location of all the bats was still unclear.

“As far as we know, they haven’t found anywhere else for their permanent maternity roost, so they’ve spread out and are essentially wandering around homeless, coming into increased conflict with humans.

“They keep trying to return to the library roost, so the deterrent costs are likely to continue for years. The flow on effects and cost to constituents

Great prizes are on offer so simply register on Eventbrite to pick up a map of the trail, then get a cocktail in each bar to get your passport stamped and enter the draw!

The cocktail trail ties in with the Cairns Bat Festival, to be held on June 12 at Wharf One Café, Cairns, from 5-8pm. All funds raised assist BatSoc with rescuing and caring for bats.

are going to continue to grow.”

Ms Steves said the cost to both ratepayers and flying fox wellbeing could have been much lower if scientific advice had been followed.

“Bat relocation was successful in Melbourne, because they took the time to make Yarra Bend Park into a viable habitat first, and then used a chain of habitats to move the bats there, and now it’s a popular tourist attraction.

“In Cairns there was no planning of where the bats would go. One suggestion

was to revegetate the Cairns central swamp to the point where they could relocate there, but that advice was not taken.”

To gather data on exactly what has happened to all the flying foxes, BatSoc is launching a citizen science program to encourage residents to report bat sightings and send in photographs.

Bat sightings can be submitted to secretary.batsoc@ gmail.com or by downloading the citizen science app ‘Questagame.’

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Community Nicky Tracey said Australia Post was committed to improving access to books and giving more Australian children the opportunity to build their literacy skills.

“Books help us understand our world, and the inclusion of stories by Indigenous authors in libraries offers an accessible way to build cross cultural understanding among young children,” Ms Tracey said.

“You can’t learn to read if you don’t have great books,” said ILF Executive Director Karen Williams OAM. “With its national presence and established networks Australia Post is uniquely placed to support us in our mission.”

Australia Post began a three-year partnership with the Indigenous Literacy Foundation in 2020, and uses its vast delivery network to truck, fly and even ship quality books to children in remote Indigenous communities on behalf of the ILF.

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Climate Strategy CAIRNS Regional Council is calling on the community to help shape the Cairns Climate Strategy 2030 by completing an online survey or sharing their views at Cairns Ecofiesta.

The Cairns Climate Strategy 2030 will set out climate goals, actions and adaptation targets for Council operations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and climate risks.

The survey for businesses, individuals and community groups, will also be used to identify ways Council can support and inform the Cairns community about climate issues.

Cairns Mayor Bob Manning said everyone had a part to play in reducing emissions for a cleaner world and becoming more resilient in the face of a changing climate.

“Climate change is affecting every country. Cities, like ours, are undergoing a major shift to reduce their climate impacts and build resilience,” Cr Manning said.

“Council has achieved a 46 per cent reduction in emissions on 2007/08 levels, installed 3 megawatts of solar across 30 Council facilities, built more than 550km of paths and cycleways for active travel and brought people together in the community to support climate action.

“We were the first council in Australia to host a Youth Climate Summit, a process we will repeat this year as part

of a wider Community Climate Summit to feed into our Climate Change Strategy.

“In our Cairns region, we are particularly vulnerable to impacts of climate change, such as coastal hazards, natural disasters, and changes to air and sea temperatures, but we are also uniquely placed to build competitive advantage as a smart green economy to provide sustainable growth opportunities for the region.”

Cr Manning encouraged all Cairns people and businesses to complete the survey to help identify a course of action for the next decade.

Find out more and do the Cairns Climate Change Strategy 2030 survey online at www.cairns.qld.gov.au/ climate or on Council’s Have Your Say page. The survey will be open until the end of June.

You can also have input at Council’s stall at Cairns Ecofiesta, to be held at Munro Martin Parklands from 10am to 6pm on Sunday June 13.

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Beatrice’s way of the highway THE Old Palmerston Highway, between Millaa Millaa and Ravenshoe, has been renamed Beatrice Way, as it crosses the Beatrice River and goes through the town of Beatrice.

Transport and Main Roads (TMR) Minister Mark Bailey said the name would reduce the risk of unsuitable vehicles using it and avoiding confusion for tourists, emergency services and postal services.

Community consultation about the road’s name began

in 2020 including with the traditional owners of the area, the Mamu Peoples.

The branch of the North Johnstone River was named Beatrice in 1882 by Christie Palmerston when he was trekking from Mourilyan Harbour to the mining town of Herberton.

Mr Bailey said TMR would notify all relevant agencies and service providers about the new name to make the transition easier for the local community.

Opening a world of opportunity for Yarrabah PETER MCCULLAGH WORKS on the much-anticipated Yarrabah jetty project have commenced, bringing opportunities for increased tourism and commuter services to Australia’s largest indigenous community.

The 165-metre-long jetty will be built at Gribble Point, a site chosen in consultation with Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council and local Traditional Owners.

Once completed the jetty will be capabale of providing regular ferry services between and Cairns and Yarrabah.

As yet there are no operators for the 12km sea journey, however Transport and Main Roads will go through an Experssion of Interest process for certified ferry operators when appropiate.

Speaker of the Queensland Parliament and Member for Mulgrave Curtis Pitt has worked closely with both council and traditional owners, Gunggandji Aboriginal Corporation throughout the

design and planning stage.

“The site at Gribble Point is immediately beside the boat ramp and very close to the Yarrabah township.

In consultation with the local community, the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) amended the initial concept design to include a floating pontoon.

Mr Pitt said that the addition of a floating pontoon, which will move up and down with the tide, will provide even more capacity for vessel berthing than a fixed gangway and platform.

“This provides an opportunity for locals to use the jetty to access dinghies moored to the rear of the pontoon.

“When complete, the new jetty will be a great asset for the community and present new transport, tourism and economic opportunities.”

Mr Pitt said there would be opportunities for local participation in the project.

“The jetty will be built by Brady Marine and Civil with construction expected to be

complete late 2021, weather permitting.

“In consultation with Council and Traditional Owners, and Brady Marine and Civil, TMR have developed a strategy to provide local residents with economic and job opportunities during construction,” he said.

“Through the project, TMR will offer employment and local business opportunities, including sea and land monitoring, equipment hire and locally produced art installations.”

Mr Pitt said the jetty was part of an ongoing $11.5 million infrastructure project for the Yarrabah community, including a new shelter and toilet facilities.

Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council Mayor Ross Andrews said that the community is pleased to see commencement of the jetty project.

“The Yarrabah jetty is one of the most important and exciting infrastructure projects ever commenced for the community.

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“The Council is pleased to have completed more than $516,000 of land-based works which allow for the next phase of construction to begin.

“Not only will this project support local employment opportunities during the construction phase, but the legacy of providing a viable transport option directly to the Cairns CBD will create access to employment and study opportunities for years to come”.

Ms Kristen Pearson, Chairperson, Gunggandji Prescribed Body Corporate Aboriginal Corporation also welcomed the commencement of works.

“The Yarrabah Jetty will provide enormous opportunities for the community to access employment and training in Cairns.

“Once complete, the jetty will complement significant community events like the Yarrabah Music and Cultural Festival, and enhance the community’s tourism offerings, she said.

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FR0M PAGE 1 PETER MCCULLAGH LAST week, Cairns Local News reported on the growing rental accommodation crisis here in Cairns.

Vanessa Glennon and her son had struggled to find suitable accommodation, unsuccessfully applying for dozens of properties, before securing a suitable property after couch surfing for a number of weeks and also paying the full rent for her new tenancy upfront.

This story is not unusual in the tightening Cairns rental market.

The Facebook groups are buzzing with posts and discussion from locals seeking suitable accommodation.

For Taka Kasahara, local businessman and owner of Sun Pacific College in Kewarra Beach, this story hit home. Mr Kasahara owns and runs a foreign student

language school at Kewarra Beach with dormitory style accommodation for several hundred students.

COVID and travel restrictions have impacted heavily upon Sun Pacific College with less than twenty per cent occupancy with his livein accommodation.

Mr Kasahara has contacted Cairns Local News with a generous offer to provide short-term, affordable crisis accommodation for families here in Cairns.

“We can help 10 – 15 families out. We have modern, clean dormitory accommodation available with 4 bed or 6 bedrooms available.

“We can offer accommodation for a term of two weeks and would like potential visitors to commit to two weeks – obviously depending on their needs we can discuss extensions to this with them.

“With COVID impacting upon

our foreign student numbers we can provide this affordable accommodation to help ease the rental crisis in our community.”

The rooms are set up for students or small families. They are fully air conditioned with individual study areas plus a small fridge. They are comfortable and perfect for a family for two weeks until they can secure more suited accommodation.

“This would be far better than couch surfing,” Mr Kasahara said.

“Our facility also includes a shared recreation room, basketball and tennis courts and a dining area where we employ international chefs preparing meals every day.”

Sun Pacific College has also opened their Kitchen Hub to the public Monday to Friday for an extremely well-priced All You Can Eat dinner; details can be found on

their Facebook page.

With tutors already on staff residents can also access their Tutor-Hub, school tutoring service.

With current rental vacancies at an all-time low, many families are forced to couch surf as they apply with properties. Many rental properties are attracting dozens of applications.

St Vincent de Paul are reporting a tightening rental market in Far North Queensland, with a vacancy rate of just 0.3% last month.

The Society of St Vincent de Paul’s Far North Queensland President Veronica Innes is seeing firsthand the effect this rental crisis is having upon families.

“People are struggling to afford the current rental prices, and combined with a lack of low-cost affordable housing, we have a real issue.

“We are now being called upon to help many people who previously were the ones helping others, now they need the assistance.

“We do need more affordable housing, currently some households are spending up to 50 percent of their household income on rent. We are being asked to assist people with rent, food, utility bills or medication costs, financially people are struggling,” Ms Innes said.

Families in need of temporary accommodation assistance can contact Sun Pacific College to speak to Braden Smith. The offer is available to assist with shortterm accommodation for families in Cairns.

To find out more contact Sun Pacific College on 4057 2100 during office hours, 11am – 5pm Monday to Friday.

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Submissions for highway naming COMMUNITY members can now submit ideas for naming new infrastructure being built for the $481 million Bruce Highway upgrade south of Cairns.

The selected names will be given to new bridges, overpasses and roads built as part of the 10.5km duplication of the highway between Edmonton and Gordonvale.

Cairns Local News believes ‘Roady McRoadface’ will not be accepted as community members are encouraged to submit names linked to the area through fauna or flora species, a person, sporting or historical events, or of Indigenous significance.

The naming initiative comes as the final detailed design for the massive highway overhaul was released.

Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said the project was one of several major road upgrades supporting hundreds of local jobs in the Cairns region.

“This project will deliver significant safety improvements along this section of the Bruce Highway, which is the busiest two-lane section between Brisbane and Cairns,” he said.

“The new alignment and access changes included in the design will allow the speed limit to be increased to 100km/h

between Edmonton and Gordonvale.

“A dedicated, off-road, bike cycleway will be built along with a pedestrian overpass which will improve safety for pedestrians and bike riders crossing the Bruce Highway south of Draper Road in Gordonvale too.”

The $481 million E2G project is jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland governments on an 80:20 basis.

The E2G project is part of the 15-year Bruce Highway Upgrade Program, a $13 billion program of works to improve safety, flood resilience and capacity from Brisbane to Cairns.

Project completion is expected mid-2023, weather permitting.

To submit a name idea, visit www.yoursay-projects.tmr. qld.gov.au and click on ‘Bruce Highway.’

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WITH a booming local and national home building sector, serious material shortages are starting to impact significantly on the cost and construction times for residential housing in Cairns.

Local builders are struggling with a lack of supply in timber framing as well as roof trusses. These shortages are leading to increased prices, placing the viability of some fixed price building contracts in doubt.

In February the price of laminate beams and pine framing went up 8.5 per cent with a further 15 per cent increase expected this month.

The shortage of timber is a direct result of the surge in demand for new homes off the bat of HomeBuilder grants, combined with record low interest rates and a shortage of timber as a direct result of the bushfires last season.

Cairns is experiencing a building boom of pre-GFC proportions. Southerners are also flocking to Cairns in record numbers, escaping the COVID lock-downs interstate, placing further strain upon the booming residential housing market.

Sharon Vella Regional Manager of Master Builders Queensland has concerns as the impact these shortages

will have on the building industry in North Queensland.

“There’s a global shortage of timber. The cost of timber framing and laminated beams are nothing short of diabolical – and that’s hurting builders big and small right across the state, and the nation.

“For builders who have locked in a fixed-price contract with their customers, the cost increases are still coming through, leaving the builders to wear those costs.

“Unfortunately, this means some builders might go under. We’re not seeing that at the moment, but it may well happen.

“In the worst-case scenario, particularly for the smaller businesses who can’t cope with the price rises and delays, the owners terminate the contract, and there’s a run on the QBCC’s Home Warranty Insurance, leaving the builders facing financial ruin.

“The best they can hope for is using Extension of Time provisions in contracts for builders in fair and reasonable circumstances, which is something we’re currently working on with the State Government.

“These measures will also help ensure consumers who, through no fault of their own, are facing lengthy delays to have their homes completed, while the industry pleads for

patience and understanding,” she said.

Some builders are reviewing the use of steel framing for their new builds, however the cost of steel is also on an-upward trend, creating similar price issues for builders.

Ram Singh, Director of

local building company Five Rivers Construction is facing similar supply issues with his current contracts.

“Currently we have 16 houses under construction and a further 25 signed and yet to commence.

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a result of these shortages.

We are upfront with our customers, advising them of the expected delays, and in some cases, they do not proceed with the contract.

“We have considered steel framing, however with the massive increases in steel

prices, the price difference can up 30% more,” Mr Singh said.

Five Rivers Construction have been building in the Far North Queensland market for the past four years, with more than 55 houses completed.

“We are in the middle of a

building boom, with 40 plus contracts and new builds underway. It’s a shame the shortages are slowing us down.

“The demand for construction continues to grow with constant enquiries from down south as well as investors wanting to enter the market.

“It’s a shame a supply shortage is impacting upon the industry at the moment.”

Cairns Regional Council reports that for the current financial year there has been 786 single dwellings approved for construction, compared to 355 over the same period in 2019/2020.

The building industry is worth more than $2.6B* to the Cairns economy and the industry supports more than 9000 direct jobs and supports an additional 17,500* local workers. * Source: National Institute of Economic and Industry Research (NIEIR) 2021.

Master Builders Queensland believes more need to be done to support this essential industry in Queensland.

“With thousands of contracts signed in response to the HomeBuilder grant, rising prices and trade and material shortages, the industry is facing a ‘profitless boom’.

“We need the state government to maximise taxpayer funds to build schools,

hospitals, and other facilities to service our growing communities, particularly as interstate migration continues to prove Queensland as the destination of choice.

“We also need visibility on the pipeline of these works when the state budget is handed down next month.

“We want to see the current Best Practice Principles scrapped, which mean taxpayers are currently paying around 30 per cent more – the same in both metro and regional areas such as here in Cairns - to build public projects.

“While we support equitable housing, we don’t think it’s fair to make home ownership more difficult by saddling people with mandatory accessible housing standards being touted by the state government in the 2022 National Construction Code.

“Detangling red tape around this, as well as Minimum Financial Requirements, Project Trust Accounts and the proposed developer licensing regime, is vital to allowing the industry to get on with the job of leading the state economy as we continue on the road to a postCOVID future.”

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Trekking for a difference DONATIONS are coming in thick and fast for participants in a local breast cancer fundraising event being held in June.

The MacDonnells Law Arrow Experience on June 20 is fundraising for breast cancer diagnostic equipment in FNQ, to help speed up the testing process.

Phil Young’s i-LEC team of 10 members has attracted $5725 in donations so far, but they are far from resting on their laurels.

“Everyone knows someone who’s had breast cancer or is having treatment so it just seemed like a good cause for us to get behind,” Mr Young said.

“I did the Kokoda Track three years ago and I trained on the Arrows so when I saw this event come up, I knew it was something our work crew could do as a team bonding experience,” he said.

As far as his fundraising goes, he’s already smashed his initial $2500 goal but has since set his sights higher.

“I think we can get to at least $6500 and maybe even more.

Many people have already generously supported us already so we’re excited to see what we can get to.”

He and his team also are selling raffle tickets in the MG art union that is part of the event and running any other fundraising activities they can think of.

Participants in the MacDon-

nells Law Arrow Experience will walk either two or four of the Arrows of Mt Whitfield and once registered, each participant is required to fundraise at least $100.

The equipment sought is valued at $80,000 and organisers are confident the goal will be reached.

Foundation CEO Tony Williamson said it was unfortunate that breast cancer diagnoses were so prevalent, but the event would make a difference in the diagnostic time frame.

“The Foundation is about making a difference in patient outcomes and if we can help reduce the anxiety by making the testing process a bit quicker, then it’s worthwhile,” Mr Williamson said.

He encouraged everyone to participate in the walk of the two or four arrows of Mt Whitfield on June 20 or donate what they could to make a difference. www.arrowexperience.org.au

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Farinelli’s Shock Resignation

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Will Fred Stand?

INNISFAIL resident and Cassowary Coast identity and community advocate Fred James announced that he was considering standing for the vacant Division 6 seat.

Fred James was the driving force behind the ‘G’day World from Oz’, sunflower project last year.

“I’ve been contacted by dozens of residents this morning asking me to stand.

“I have told them I need to wait, and if no candidate of suitable calibre is evident, I will throw my hat in the ring and stand.

“I passionately love this region; I invest my time and money into promoting a positive and uplifting image and desperately wish to see the region flourish.

“So watch this space,” he said.

Fred’s Sunflower Project was recognised as the Community Event of the Year at this year’s Cassowary Coast Australia Day Award.

Fred created a message to the whole world by planting approximately 45,000 plants to spell out the words G’Day World from Oz with a happy face.

Working with immediate neighbours, ten acres was ploughed and seeded. The

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Fred James receiving his Australia Day Award 2021 sunflower project captivated over 5,000 visitors to the region and the unforgettable social media image was viewed globally and picked up by local and interstate media. Council will now approach the Honorable Steven Miles, Minister State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning and the Electoral Commission of Queensland.

A by-election will need to be held to fill the vacent position.

CASSOWARY Coast Councillor Kylie Farinelli announced on Tuesday her resignation effective immediately.

Ms Farinelli had held the Division 6 seat since the Local Government elections in March 2020 and held the Economic Development and Tourism portfolios for Council.

The public were made aware of her resignation after she posted notification on her Facebook account thanking residents for their support during her service.

“To be elected as a Councillor for local government, in my personal opinion, is one of the greatest honors and I take great pride in the role.

“When I ran for this term, as in my last term, it was because I had the desire to serve my community and make it a better place.

“So, it is with the greatest regret that today I put forward my letter of resignation as Councillor of the Cassowary Coast Regional Council effective immediately.

“It has become apparent to me that I will not be able to serve my community at a level that is satisfactory to me or in a way my community deserves nor do my morals allow for me to waste one more dollar of ratepayer’s money.

“Thank you to those of you who have supported me from day one and I wish only the best for this beautiful region into the

future.” – Kylie Farinelli.

Her resignation was confirmed by Cassowary Coast Council CEO, James Gott.

“Cassowary Coast Regional Council’s Councillor Kylie Farinelli has tendered her resignation from the office of Councillor.

“The resignation is effective from 1 June 2021.

“The process of filing a Councillor vacancy is well established in legislation and under the Local Government Act 2009, Council will now approach the Honorable Steven Miles, Minister State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning and the Electoral Commission of Queensland.

“Council will update the community as soon as more in-

formation becomes available.”

Councillor Farinelli defeated the previous sitting representative Ben Heath at the 2020 Local Government Elections.

Harry Tenni, a Cassowary Coast Council employee also stood for election in Division 6.

With the resignation of Cr Farinelli a by-election will need to be called in accordance with Queensland legislation.

Councillor Farinelli spoke at length with Cairns Local News to further explain the reasonings behind her decision to resign.

“I came with no other agenda but to serve my community.

“I make no apologies for being outspoken and being a very determined leader, as I believe this is what is needed here in

the Cassowary Coast.

“It’s unfortunate I felt compelled to resign. I refuse to compromise my integrity.

“When it became apparent, I could not deliver what my community required I was faced with no alternative.

“I will have a great deal to say to both the Office of the Independent Assessor (OIA), and the Queensland Integrity Commissioner with regard to my decision.

“The OIA is overwhelmed with the volume of work they have on, and their inaction or delays in dealing with many issues has forced my decision.

“They were bought in to do a job and they are not doing it in an appropriate time frame.

“The OIA ‘s in-action has a lot to do with why I resigned.

Ms Farinelli was also serving as a representative on the Women in Local Government Committee in Far North Queensland. Ms Farinelli plans to continue her work in this field.

“Women are struggling across the state in local government. I’m passionate about making a difference and encouraging greater female representation.

“I thank all the residents for their continued support and appreciate the messages of support since I announced my resignation.

“I look forward to spending a little more time with my family and planning the next chapter of my career.”

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More of a blacksmith than a wordsmith

G’DAY Tropicairnsians, Last week the Queensland Country Press Awards evening was held.

A posh do, held in the big smoke and this fantastic little first year local newspaper won three awards, great work and recognition for all those involved.

But hold on, that’s not the only news to come from this awards night.

This little self-edmacated numnuts, also received a Highly Commended in the category of Best Regular Column.

Now I realize for many that this may seem trivial but for me it is amazing as basically the only education I have is my apprenticeship for boilermaker/ welder.

You cannot count on my regular schooling as I was expelled from 15 schools.

Yes, I was a mongrel and the last one I was expelled from was in year 9 in April on my birthday and I started work the next day at the ripe old age of 15.

When I was asked to write this column, I was really scared because truth to be told writing just my name was a struggle.

The idea of a weekly column

was bloody stupid and in my family history unheard of.

Then comes the tricky part, I must keep readers coming back for more of my ramblings every week.

But thanks to all of you I have managed to keep nimble fingers (even if it’s only 2) on the keyboard and this week I was just about to enter Hogs Breath for a feed, when a bloke walking down the street thanked me for providing him with a smile and laugh every week.

I am approached all the time around town and in the big green box and I can never be grateful enough for all the encouragement given to me.

When you are greeted and thanked by complete strangers for being rather different it’s a real life changer, but then so is getting kicked in the gonads.

To receive recognition from highly skilled journos with huge number of years’ experience is for me outstanding, and not to forget Peter, my bald editor who, when I started had a full head of hair.

Thanks F.N.Q.

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BRIEFS IT Award

AN IT leader who led an efficiency transformation for Douglas Shire Council in the midst of a global pandemic has taken out a state-wide award.

DSC’s Team Leader of Information Communication Technology (ICT), Garry Mason, overcame a swag of challenges during COVID-19 lockdowns last year to completely transform the organisation’s ICT systems from a cloudbased platform to in-house, reducing costs and increasing productivity within Council.

Garry took out the ‘Above and Beyond’ award at the Local Government Managers Australia (LGMA) Qld Awards for Excellence.

The awards ceremony, which was live-streamed across a number of councils, was attended by DSC Deputy Mayor Lisa Scomazzon.

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NORTH QUEENSLAND AN ORIGIN NURSERY From its earliest days, Origin has ignited the passions of people not just in Queensland or New South Wales but Australia-wide and internationally.

Essential to the success of Origin would have to be the rugby league bloodlines from North Queensland. From Mackay to the Cape, North Queenslanders have joined the march, with one focussed goal, “Let’s do it for Queensland.”

Fatty Vautin famously quipped that when you pull on a Queens-

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land jumper you grow a foot taller and feel invincible.

Rugby league is our State and National game, and Origin awakens the most basic fibre within us, the sense of belonging. We are Queenslanders, first and foremost.

This week the Queensland government paid the greatest tribute to the 30 plus Queensland Origin representatives who hailed from or played their formative years on the dusty field of Townsville or lush greens of Mackay and Cairns.

From the Innisfail Flyer through to Townsville’s Gordie, Mackay to the Cape, we have produced some of the greatest and most memorable Origin players.

EMERALD CREEK 80 KM ZONE I can’t believe there is a safe to overtake sign when safe to do so before you get to the Emerald Creek Fuel stop. An accident waiting to happen there at the best of times. With so much traffic on that road I’ve seen many near misses already.

I would have thought 60 km would be safer.

TANYA, Redlynch ORIGIN Roses are red, Violets are blue NSW you suck, Ain’t that so true

It has reportedly cost the Queensland government $7 - $8m to

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bring the game to the heart of the North. That’s a small cost com-

Well done to the QLD government for getting an Origin in Townsville. We produce sensational footy players in the north and this is justified reward.

Congratulations to Kyle Feldt for making his Origin debut. Another great Tully boy.

pared to the priceless memories and treasured moments our Origin stars have delivered to the towns and cities they hail from.

The rollcall is impressive and by no mean totally complete: Nate Myles, Ty Williams, Gene Miles, Matt Bowen, Tonie Currie, Greg

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Dowling, Sam Backo, Paul Hauff, Gavin Allen, Carl Webb, Gordon Tallis, Paul Bowman, Valentine Holmes, Dale Shearer, big Martin Bella and the legendary ‘Billy the Kid’ Slater.

You could name a complete virtually unbeatable North Queensland State of Origin team from our representatives.

What does bringing the game to Townsville mean for us? Yes there’s recognition of the important role we play in creating magical origin moments, but also this sends a message loud and clear to the rest of Australia.

Queensland is open for business, we are adaptable and very nimble. We can respond quickly as we did to stage the WNBL season last year.

Melbourne is in lock-down and crisis. We can and will step up at a moment’s notice. The AFL season is under pressure, we have an excellent national AFL standard facility here in Cairns.

Origin has given us a chance to cheer and celebrate, but we have also secured a world-wide television and media opportunity for our region. Plus we prove that nothing, absolutely nothing can stand in the way of Queensland when we are on a roll and focussed on the prize.

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VAL SCHIER’S LETTER

I write in response to former failed mayor Val Schier’s letter on 28/9.

Maybe if she actually had a vision for the city and region, she wouldn’t have been a one term wonder.

But history shows she was.

VALfor Munro Martin Parklands, Cairns Performing Arts Centre, Cairns Tennis Centre, Cairns Basketball, Cairns Hockey, Cairns Netball, Tobruk Pool and the Cairns Gallery Precinct to name just a few.

I also note no one from her beloved Labor/Greens Party has never put forward, or delivered, any coherent policy to drive down insurance prices.

Yet the Morrison Government has announced a $10bn reinsurance pool that will be legislated this year and in effect from 1 July 2022.

I honestly struggled to think of one thing Val delivered for the city apart from rate increases, her self-serving, self-praising book and who could ever forget the “Valcano” proposal.

Our city and region has come along in leaps and bounds over the past decade, and let me assure you, it’s certainly not because of anything Ms Schier did.

PS: Val, when construction starts on the Daintree microgrid, which your beloved Labor Party opposed, later this year, I will certainly extend you an official invitation so you can see for yourself what it’s like to actually deliver something for the community, a concept that history shows was absolutely foreign to you.

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CLIMATE CHANGE RESPONSE Reply to John Pratt – Campaigner for climate action. Issue May 28, 2021 My view on statements made in the letter titled “‘FNQ Windfarm should never have been vetoed”.

Windfarms only offer short term employment, no Australian manufacturing, with a life of 20 years, paying for themselves after 15 years, then become a disposal issue.

A coal fired power stations life span is 40 years with long term employment.

Thousands of scientists say there is no threat to climate from fossil fuels. www.forbes.com/sites/michaelshellenberger/2019/11/25/why-everything-theysay-about-climate-change-is-wrong Australia’s top-grade coal may be cheaper.

Wind industry is subsidised by the Federal Government by about $1 billion p.a.

Although fossil fuel is subsidised, it supports coal exports, paying to keep this country afloat and social services for all.

The Government website confirms a clean energy future, strategically and sensibly managed, globally and at home. www.industry.gov.au/policies-and-initiatives/australias-climate-change-strategies Of the 24 countries in IEA, seven have nuclear, five are the biggest coal/gas users. www.iea.org/countries Why are they using school children? Because they are used by adults to persuade the populace. Why aren’t they protesting in China and India re: fossil fuels.

See worlds fossil fuel production. www.carbonbrief.org/mapped-worlds-coalpower-plants https://climatechangethefacts.org.au/about/ “While the contributors don’t necessarily agree on the extent that recent global warming may be affected by human activity, they all share the perspective that any such warming is subject to cycles, and is not unusual in its rate or magnitude, and is not catastrophic.

Refer Dr Peter Ridd, GBR scientist, this website.

Emotional accusative words re: future judgement on us is not helpful. We can be good stewards again of our earth. https://soilsforlife.org.au/ website teaches children and us, how!

The world is moving towards a sustainable future without cancelling fossil fuels. We commit suicide as a nation by not using our own fossil fuels while every other country does so. Why is altruism valid for Australia only?

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ROAD LINK THREATENS WALLABIES

A Trinity Beach resident for 40 years, I am concerned regarding the effects a sub-arterial road linking Trinity and Kewarra Beaches will have on the local wallaby mob.

The mob have lived here for many generations. Even 20 years ago, the wallabies had a larger area to roam, with development approvals in Trinity/ Kewarra Beach area, they are increasingly squeezed into smaller areas.

To locals and tourists, the wallabies are a much loved part of the Trinity/ Kewarra landscape.

The wallaby mob is currently approximately 1100. The Agile Project are translocating 400 wallabies, leaving approximately 700 wallabies. Every night and rainy days, a large proportion of these wallabies, up to 200 wallabies a night, move into a safe area east of the Trinity Beach Sporting Precinct to feed.

The exact area slated by CRC to build a sub arterial road! Locals state it’s indisputable this road, projected by P &; E Law to carry up to 6,000 cars a day, will decimate the wallabies. It’s obvious what a very busy road through a wildlife corridor will do to the wildlife.

In 2019/2020, without a link road built through a currently safe wildlife habitat, 844 wallabies were killed on roads locally. With the link road, the number of wallaby deaths will increase exponentially.

A reason for the road by CRC is a shorter, safer route to schools. Many local parents will not use the link road for the school trips, as the high number of injured/dead wallabies will be traumatic for the children.

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Gazza’s Gazza’s Gossip Gossip

Bali Hai in Port Douglas musical is now coming to the Douglas Shire, starting TODAY, Friday June 4th, at the Clink Theatre.

Presented by an amazing collection of talent known as the Douglas Theatre Arts Group, dates also include June 5, 9, 10, 11 and 12, each starting at 7.30pm. A matinee option is also available on June 13 at 2PM. One great star of the original TV production was American Broadway and film actor John Kerr. It’s therefore an interesting coincidence, or should I say ‘o-kerr-ence’, that the Clink Theatre’s very own Producer is Michael Kerr, with Jennifer Kerr as Assistant Director.

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So, basically the old police lock-up was transformed into the majestic Clink Theatre which now seats up to

120 people for much more pleasurable stay.

Anyone thinking that this all sounds very amateurish, should think again, as the professionalism and energy of all involved, including actors, lighting, costume, producers and directors is as good as any capital city theatre around the world… and to prove my point, I was fortunate enough to get a sneak preview as the Douglas Theatre Arts Group rehearsed for the upcoming theatre entertainment feast

So, make it a date and book yourself in for South Pacific at the Clink Theatre, Port Douglas.

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As my curtain call approaches, it’s time for me, Gazza, to sign out.

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Not so easy rider PETER MCCULLAGH

AGED 50 AND OVER?

FAR North Queensland is renowned for the reef, rainforests and our beaches. Last week 200 passionate BMW owners discovered that the north offers a world of adventure, stunning scenery and amazing motorcycling.

The BMW GS Safari, with riders from throughout Australia toured the north, culminating in Cairns on Friday afternoon.

Billed as 5 days of adventure riding in the tropics and safari covered 2000km, commencing in Townsville and visiting the Cassowary Coast, Tablelands, Port Douglas and the Daintree before concluding in Cairns.

The GS Safari focusses on off-road riding linked together with twisty scenic roads For a lot of the riders the highpoint was the Daintree. Max Petersen from Melbourne on his third safari rated the Daintree as his pick of the trip.

“Absolutely beautiful. The Bloomfield Track was amazing,” he said. If five days of adventure riding was not challenging enough, Max is set for a further five-day road trip back to Melbourne.

Rider safety is a focus for all safari participants. Safari director Shane Booth would head out each morning 90 minutes in front of the group to scout the course, ensuring hazards were notified and rider safety was ensured.

“We want the riders to enjoy a leisurely and safe ride, taking in the sights and really appreciating the beautiful scenery, this has to be some of the best motorcycling country in Australia.”

Accompanying the riders was a fully equipped BMW Garage. The majority of the week the garage provided tyre support to the riders. Over the course of the 5 day, the garage changed almost 200 tyres along with some minor maintenance and repairs.

The annual safari commenced in 1994, running now for 27 years. The last time the safari visited the north was 2017, with the safari covering Cairns to Cape York and back.

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DJARRAGUN COLLEGE…

CELEBRATES ITS STUDENT LEADERS

On Friday 30 April, Djarragun College celebrated its 2021 Leadership Ceremony. Djarragun College is an Indigenous-owned Prep to Year 12 school located in Gordonvale, with a student body consisting of 98% Indigenous students. The purpose of this formal occasion was two-fold: to celebrate the emerging Indigenous leadership capabilities within the school, and appoint and award student-body leadership positions to select junior and senior pupils. “For the students today, we think of this as a beginning of a process,” says Dr Stephen Codrington, the Chair of Djarragun College. “Developing these skills in leadership we hope will become a lifelong process that the students will use to make a positive difference in the community.”

During the ceremony, 14 students were awarded with leadership positions, including Primary and Secondary Captains, Boarding Captains,

and House Sporting Captains. “I tried my best to get to where I am today.

My grandmother is very proud of me,” says Elsie May Baker, who was appointed as the college’s Kundii House Sporting Captain. “It means a lot to me because of my little siblings who come here. They can follow in my footsteps to be a school leader too one day.”

Shelton White, who was awarded with the role of Secondary Captain, anticipates that his new leadership position will be the springboard from which he can further realise his leadership potential. “My dream is to be a youth worker, to help young people back in my community. This position is a big thing for me, because I have family here,” he says.

As well as awarding leadership roles within the student body, several students were also selected to participate in the Indigenous Leaders of the Future (ILF) and Indigenous Leaders of Tomorrow (ILT) programs.

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These programs see select students take part in specific leadership training and functions, both inside the school curriculum and as part of extra-curricular activities. “It celebrates Indigenous Leaders who are emerging, and who may become elders of their land,” says Aporo Aruba, an ILT appointee.

Making every opportunity to nurture and celebrate leadership potential within the student body is something that Djarragun College Principal, Michael Barton, says the College is very committed to. “If we’re truly going to make a difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities, then it’s going to begin here with leadership skills developed at Djarragun College,” he says.

All students appointed with positions are now exercising their leadership duties as Djarragun College progresses through Term 2 of 2021.

Creating pathways for every student

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ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

Cairns Local News

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Grass gets even greener in Cairns

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

Tanya Murphy – O’Donnell’s Palm Cove, 6-9pm Mark Burton – Cairns Cruising Yacht Squadron, 3:30-6:30pm Kaweyova – Sugar Wharf, 6:30pm Queen Bohemian Rhapsody – CPAC, 7:30pm (ticketed) South Pacific – Clink Theatre, 7:30pm Janna Mercedes – Rattle N Hum Palm Cove, 8-11pm Grand Theft Audio – The Jack Justin Wellington – Central Hotel Port Douglas, 7:30pm Matt Gerdes – Lone Star Rib House, 6:30-9pm Katie Richards – Barron River Hotel, 6-9pm Silver Fox Jazz Band – Elixir Music Bar, 6pm Colorful Blac – Elixir Music Bar, 9:30pm Fraser Yuill Scott – Paddys Port Douglas, 8pm Fingerprint – Cazalys 6:15pm

Andy Brassett – Black Mountain

Vivien Aisi – North Cairns

Unplugged, 3pm

Football Club, 11:30am Andrea & Louie – Palm Cove

Nikki Doll – Stratford Deli,

SLSC, 1pm

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Kaweyova Band – Boardwalk

CPAC, 2pm (ticketed) Eddie Skiba – Yorkeys Knob

Social, 6-9pm

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perform his blissful one-man show worthy of the golden hour, along with many more awesome acts.

TGIG founder and director Oli Frost said it was great to see the festival return after being cancelled last year due to COVID-19.

“It means so much to us to be able to put this on once again this year. Last year we were scared it may never happen again and I am so keen to have one hell of a backyard bash!” he said.

“Since 2016 our tradition has been to invite exciting artists and represent the perfect balance of music for one hell of a party.”

It is a careful curation that has seen the event grow into a staple in the Australian festival community.

Early Bird tickets $100, General Release $115, Final Release $130, VIP $190.

Kaweyova – Salt House, 5pm

South Pacific – Clink Theatre,

Grand Theft Audio – The Pier

7:30pm

Dazz & The Boyzz – Jack & Shanan’s, 2-5:30pm

Andrea & Louie – Brother’s

Davros – Garradunga Hotel,

Leagues Club Cairns, 8:30pm

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Grand Theft Audio – Gilligan’s

Katie Richards – O’Donnell’s Palm Cove, 4-7pm

Harmonique – Yorkey’s Knob

Jasmine – Café Ten 06 Yorkeys,

Boat Club, 3-6pm Fraser Yuill Scott – Courthouse Port Douglas, 7pm

TICKETS are on sale now for The Grass is Greener (TGIG) festival 2021, set to rock Cairns Showgrounds on Saturday, October 23.

TGIG was born in our own backyard in Cairns in 2016 and has since become one of the most adored festivals Queensland has to offer.

Presented by triple j and featuring two multi-dimensional stages, the show will feature some of the hottest acts in the country.

Electronic dance acts will include Aria-nominated Crooked Colours, off the back of their latest single ‘No Sleep,’ as well as crowd favourites Young Franco and Boo Seeka making long-awaited returns to the festival stage to keep the vibes pumping well into the night.

Smooth funk and hip-hop will be delivered

by Sydney band Winston Surfshirt, while rising Queensland hip-hop queen Jesswar will perform off the back of her widely acclaimed Tropixx EP. George Maple and rising star Iyah May will deliver pure pop pleasure, and acoustic blues and roots singer Ziggy Alberts will once again

3-5pm Love Handles – Elixir Music Bar, 6pm

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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THE INSIDE MAN

James Phelps He’s the only one who can stop a massacre ... The unputdownable action thriller from Australia’s no.1 true crime writer.

Riley Jax, convicted murderer.

Once a promising engineer in the army, he lost everything in a single night when he killed a man - an act he cannot remember. It’s a devastating gap in an otherwise perfect memory. Now he’s facing a new life, one behind bars, where he has to learn a whole different set of rules and only the toughest survive. And as a series of deadly bombings rocks the outside world, the only man who might be able to find the truth behind the conspiracy is on the inside.

BY- BILLIE EILISH

Billie Eilish Legendary recording artist Billie Eilish shares an intimate inside look at her life both on and off the stage in this stunning, photo-filled book.

Billie Eilish is a phenomenon.

With distinctive visual flare and darkly poignant lyrics that are unparalleled among music icons of the 21st century, Billie is a musician who stands out from the crowd.

Between her record-shattering award-winning music and her uncompromising and unapologetic attitude, it’s no surprise that her fanbase continues to grow by millions month after month.

She is that rare combination of wildly popular and highly respected for her prodigious talent, a once in a generation superstar.

Now in this stunning visual narrative journey through her life, she is ready to share more with her devoted audience for the first time, including hundreds of never-before-seen photos.

This gorgeous book will capture the essence of Billie inside and out, offering readers personal glimpses into her childhood, her life on tour, and more. A must-have for any fan.

D-DAY: THE KING WHO FOOLED HITLER SBS Friday 9:35pm This documentary breaks a world scoop about the deception that fooled Hitler. In a tale of double agents and decoys, this documentary explores the role played by George VI in maintaining the secrecy of the plans for the D-Day Landings, and how the royal family regained the trust of British intelligence, following concerns about Edward VIII’s reputation as a Nazi sympathiser. The programme also examines how the Queen Mother preserved one of the greatest secrets of the Second World War.

AUSTRALIA’S BIGGEST SINGALONG SBS SAT 8:30 Australia’s Biggest Singalong is a two-hour live event guided by Pub Choir choirmaster, Astrid Jorgensen, who will teach us all to sing a timeless Aussie classic, Throw Your Arms Around Me by the legendary Hunters and Collectors.

An Australian television first, this special night will bring the nation together in song, with hosts Julia Zemiro and Miranda Tapsell adding their voices to the mix.

Everyone is invited to join in - no singing experience required! Join us from home or wherever you watch SBS and sing to your heart’s content, alongside special guests, choirs and vocalists all around the country.

BILA YARRUDHANGGALANGDHURAY

MADE IN BRITAIN

Anita Heiss The powerful Murrumbidgee River surges through town leaving death and destruction in its wake.

It is a stark reminder that while the river can give life, it can just as easily take it away.

Wagadhaany is one of the lucky ones. She survives. But is her life now better than the fate she escaped? Forced to move away from her miyagan, she walks through each day with no trace of dance in her step, her broken heart forever calling her back home to Gundagai.

SBS FOOD Sun 8:25PM Steeped in history and tradition, Lord Prescott visits the Wensleydale Creamery in Hawes. The creamery makes over 4000 tonnes of cheese a year and is nationally renowned for its Yorkshire Wensleydale, made famous in the Wallace and Gromit films.

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Name the BRL/NRL teams Wally Lewis has played for?

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In what year did QLD abolish the Legislative Council house of parliament?

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In Women’s State of Origin, name the team that clean swept the competition between 1999 and 2014.

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Who was serving as QLD premier and presided over the abolition?

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Who coined the term cockroaches for NSW football players?

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June 6, we celebrate Queensland Day, in what year did we become a separate colony from NSW?

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Banjo Patterson’s classic poem, Waltzing Matilda was first publicly performed where and when?

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In 1988, whilst Australia celebrated the Bicentenary, Queensland hosted a major world event.

What was that event?

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Who was the first Governor of Queensland?

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How many seats are there in there Queensland parliament?

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‘A Beamer’ in an anagram for what Queensland town?

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Who is the current Governor of Queensland?

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Who is the Speaker of the House in QLD parliament?

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Who was Queensland’s longest serving premier?

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Australian actor Geoffrey Rush was born in which Queensland city?

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Name the Queensland team in competing in the A League football competition.

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Who was Queensland’s shortest serving Premier?

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Both Pat Rafter and Greg Norman share a common connection, name that connection?

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Name the first Indigenous member of the Queensland parliament.

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Where in Queensland will you find the Big Cane Toad?

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Rev John Dunmore Lane proposed that the northern part of the Colony of NSW be called…?

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In 1965 Queenslander Jack Grant invented a major innovation to improve airline safety, what was that invention?

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Who is the Emperor of Lang Park?

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Belgian Gardens in Townsville was originally known as?

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How many times has Queensland hosted the Commonwealth Games?

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Who was the Goondiwindi Grey?

Where was gold first discovered first in Queensland?

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Mackay is set on the banks of which river?

Cairns was officially named after who?

1. 1859, 2. Sir George Ferguson Bowen GCMG, 3. His Excellency the Honourable Paul de Jersey AC, 4. Toowoomba, 5. They were both born in Mt Isa, 6. Sarina, 7.

Wally Lewis, 8. Fortitude Valleys, Wynnum Manly, Brisbane Broncos and Gold Coast, 9. 1922, 10. Ted Theodore - ALP, 11. North Gregory Hotel, Winton, 1895, 12. 93, 13.

Curtis Pitt, 14. Brisbane Roar FC, 15. Lucky Valley Goldfield near Warwick, 16. Cooksland, 17. German Gardens, The name change happened in 1915, 18. True, 18 tries, 19. Queensland defeated NSW 16 years in succession, 20. Barry Muir, 21. World Expo 88, 22. Mareeba, 23. Sir Joh Bjelke-Petersen 19 years 1125 days, 24. Anderson Dawson 6 days (1899), 25. Eric Deeral Member for Cook 74 - 77, 26. Inflatable aircraft slide, 27. Twice - Brisbane 1982 and Gold Coast 2018, 28. Gunsynd, 29. The Pioneer River, 30. Sir William Wellington Cairns.

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BUGGIN AND SHROOMIN - Bridgette Gower

Cairns macro photographer Bridgette Gower has spent over 1000 hours photographing the miniature lifeforms in the Cairns Botanic Gardens and her own backyard.

This small exhibition shows you how much beauty there is to be found if you know where to look. So many animals go completely unnoticed and under-appreciated until you see the incredible details that come into view with a macro photograph.

These images feature a variety of animals found in Cairns and regularly seen on her Let’s Go Buggin and Let’s Go Shroomin Tours.

All Weekend 9.30am - 2pm Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre Full details: www.aussiemacrophotos.com

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GOOD MORNING VIETNAM, MUSIC FROM THE VIETNAM WAR ERA

It was the war that generated some of the 20th Century’s most iconic pop, folk, soul and rock songs. The music of a generation who stood on the precipice of massive change! These were the songs of hope, courage, love, loss, anger, and resistance… most of all, these were the songs of connection.

This was a generation defined by its music: The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Aretha Franklin, The Rolling Stones, James Brown, Jimi Hendrix, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Peter, Paul and Mary, and the list goes on…just like the beat!

Sunday 2pm CPAC Full details: www.ticketlink.com.au

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JIMEOIN - RAMBLE ON

A stalwart of Australian comedy and all-round likeable rogue, comedian Jimeoin in his new stand up show Ramble On! happily imparts his clever and quirky observations on everyday suburban life in his trademark devil-may-care style.

‘Recalls the familiar at fantastically silly level, boiling his audience down to a tear-filled, gibbering mess’ (Scotland on Sunday).

‘Hilarious... If laughter’s the best medicine, Jimeoin is a course of steroids... Don’t miss it!’ (Edinburgh Evening News).

Saturday 8pm CPAC Full details: www.ticketlink.com.au

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CAIRNS AFRICAN FESTIVAL

Proudly Presented By Cairns African Association Combining Africa Day and the International Day of the African Child celebrations, the Cairns African Festival this year will be bigger and better!

With free African drumming workshops, African craft and charity stalls, African food stalls, Fashion Parade and an array of talented local and interstate performers, the Cairns African Festival is the biggest African cultural event in the region.

PEELS, HEALS AND REGENERATES an exhibition by Hannah Parker and Jane Dennis

A fresh exhibition of recent works on paper and other mediums by two of our region’s favourite artists.

Knowing that life constantly changes, both Jane and Hannah strive to push through personal boundaries.

Exploring their own creative processes and perceptions they both yearn to find context in the current landscape.

Through dissection and reconstruction, their conflict takes form.

It is random and eclectic, delicately balanced with the fabulously disturbed.

Saturday 8pm Tanks Arts Centre Full details: www.tanksartscentre.com

Saturday 1pm - 10pm Tanks Arts Centre Full details: www.ticketlink.com.au

Missy Higgins SUNDAY 29 AUGUST

MUNRO MARTIN PARKLANDS All tickets $82

RocKwiz Live!

Tim Rogers

FRI 27 AUG - SUN 5 SEP 2021

www.cairnsfest.com.au

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SATURDAY 4 SEPTEMBER MUNRO MARTIN PARKLANDS All tickets $80.50

LIQUID NIGHTS IN BOHEMIA HEIGHTS

THURSDAY 2 SEPTEMBER TANKS ARTS CENTRE | All tickets $45

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Tw o Sep a ra t e Dw ellings w it h Hig h R e n tal Return!!!

• 5 bedroom home and 2 bedroom flat • Located in quiet end of Cul De Sac • Short walk to all schools and parks • Separate electric gate access • Separate meters, yards and fenced • Potential $1020 pw rent return 7 • Live in one rent out the other

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Attention all home hunters get your finance ready and inspect this beauty.Incredible price at only $375,000 Negotiable this includes an extra block next door. This property has been methodically looked after by the owner for many a year and nothing out of place and everything works

Handy man needed here - Holloways Beach Bargain! $380,000

Features:

OPEN HOME AY SATURD

• Three spacious bedrooms, all with built-ins and split air-conditioning • Kitchen has a large area and pantry, the oven has hardly been used as the oven still has instructions inside oven draw • 2 Lounge areas or an office and one living area • Formal Dining area adjacent front veranda area • Front and back patio’s full length of the house • Separate dining & 2 living areas with carpet throughout • Fully tiled bathroom with separate toilet and downstairs toilet and bathroom ready to reno • Brand new Air-conditioners throughout • ceiling fans in main living areas • Downstairs has literally the same living area as the upstairs area

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Fix this one up and make a buck! Yes this is the perfect opportunity for an investor to own a piece of paradise just one block from fantastic Holloways Beach! Or move in and fix it up as you go - this unit is completely liveable as it is!

Walk to the shops and restaurants - enjoy the community garden stroll down to the footie fields nearby and take in a game! The living is easy in Holloways Beach and the locals are friendly. Renowned for its community spirit and relaxed lifestyle - buyers can’t go wrong here! This ground floor unit has large windows allowing plenty of light and is just itching for a buyer to come in and spruce it up! The resort style swimming pool is just two minutes walk from the door and is an ideal area for entertaining visitors - or walk five minutes to the beach front and enjoy the public barbeques! The Villa Holloway complex has just had a make over and the new paint and gardens look fabulous! Situated just 7 minutes drive from Cairns International and Domestic airport terminals and 10 minutes drive from Cairns city centre and esplanade. Move fast - this one is going to sell!

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Warrina Innisfail is seeking tenders for the following:

BREAD SUPPLY MEAT SUPPLY for the period 1/7/2021 – 30/6/2023.

If your business is interested in supplying prices, please contact Tracey Turner on (07) 4030 2545 for Tender documents.

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GARAGE AND CAR BOOT SALE Cairns Men's Shed is holding a Garage and Car Boot Sale at our premises at 186 Irene Street Mooroobool (next to the Football Grounds) on Saturday 19th June at 8am to raise funds for our community projects help in the local community.

Garage & Car Boot Sale on Saturday 19th June from 8am to 12.30pm (next to the football grounds). Items for sale: Tools; Plants & Seedlings; Books; CD’S; Paints; Toys; Clothes; Turned Timber Items; Brick-a Brak; Sausage Sizzle; Cold Drinks; and lots more.

Place a fundraising box in your staff room, or front counter, funds raised will go to Rotary

FOR AS LITTLE AS $2 A U YO CAN MAKE DIFFERENCE.

To have a fundraising food tray in your business contact Jeff on

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1. The proposal of works consists of swapping like-for-like antennas in its original location and ancillary equipment including remote radio units to ensure proper functioning at the original facility.

2. Optus regards the proposed activity as a Maintenance of facilities under the Telecommunications Act 1997 ("The Act") based on the description above.

3. In accordance with Section 7 of C564:2020 Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment Code, we invite you to provide feedback about the proposal. Further information and/or comments should be directed to:

Domenic Savignano via phone 1300 845 444 or email optusplanning@skycomms.com.au by 18th June 2021.

Car Boot sites cost $15.00 Contact: Bruce Bimrose 4054 1949

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HALF MOON Ray Howarth MOSSMAN MEN’S & LADIES BAY Golf Memorial Open BOWLS CLUB Tuesday May 25

Ladies: D Greenaway 37, K Third 33, J Hutchinson 32.

Men: G Filmer 43, J Blak-

Mens A Grade Gross Winner: Tom Whittle 141 Gross Runner Up: Peter Jackson 144 Nett Winner: Saxon Capilos 145 Nett Runner Up: Alex Hody 146

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Mens B Grade

Wednesday May 26

Gross Winner: Cam Foley 162 Gross Runner Up: Chris Wilson 167 Nett Winner: Darren Powell 140 Nett Runner Up: Ian Tattum 147

Men’s Div1: L Burgess 41, D Clune 37, M Parsons 34.

Div2: P McMaster 39, D Themis 37, D Freeman 37.

Ladies: H Phillips 34.

Friday May 28 Men’s: G Sunners 19, B Sheehan 19, G Kyriazis 19.

Ladies: C Demosthemis 21, R Yelland 21

Mens C Grade Gross Winner: Tolly Baharis 179 Gross Runner Up: Mark Girdler 182 Nett Winner: Barry Gaudion 143 Nett Runner Up: Kevin Somerville 144 Women’s Div 1 Gross Winner: Annabelle Hutchings 164 Gross Runner Up: Cecily Atkinson 173 Nett Winner: Ruth Yelland 152 Nett Runner Up: Ros Grimley 154 Women’s Div 2 Gross Winner: Annette Tidswell 195 Gross Runner Up: Margie Logan 206 Nett Winner: Therese O’Brien 153 Nett Runner Up: Toni Lohman 154 Seniors Women’s Gross Winner: Cecily Atkinson173 Men’s Gross Winner:Peter Jackson 144 Juniors Boy’s Gross Winner: Tom Whittle 141 Girl’s Gross Winner: n/a

Saturday May 29 22 Bowlers for Jackpot Bowls. John Arnold/Jim Geddes/ Tony Brlyack/Col Maxted d Daryl Hoskins/Peter Worley/Peter Gorsuch/Joe Girgenti 19-16; Bruce Lester/Brock Girgenti/ Gordon Henderson d Ted Holmes/Dick Pitt/Gordon Azzapadi 20-17; and the winners for the day, David White/Steve Cue/ Charlie Toohey/George Wilmot d Billy Smith/SAS/Nev Tesch/ Tony Kessler 38-6.

Congratulations to the Division 1 Pennants Teams of Eric Smith/Dave Blain/Terry Richards/Nev Fletcher (T1) and Mick Frese/Peter Busch/Col Widdows/Chris Payne (T2) and John Cochrane/Bernie Wolland/Dave Beaumont/Ranald Edwards (T3) to secure a 19 point win (T1 D; T2 +1 & T3 +18) against Atherton last Saturday at Mareeba.

Club Championship In A Grade Singles Bruce Lester d Bernie Wolland 25-17; and congratulations to Col Widdows to win the B Grade against Steve Cue 26-23.

Best of luck to the Division 1 Pennants team this weekend in Mareeba when they play Yungaburra, Cooktown & Malanda/ Ravenshoe and the Division 2 teams of David White/Steve Cue/Charlie Toohey/George Wilmot (T1) and Billy Smith/ SAS/Nev Tesch & Tony Kessler (T2) in Atherton when they play Atherton, Yungaburra, Mareeba & Malanda/Ravenshoe.

Ladies Results May 22 18 Mossman ladies travelled up to Cooktown for their Orchid Festival. On the first day, we had representatives in each division. In the winners’ team was Barbara Withers & Maree Crees, 2nd, we had Christine Rowbury, and in the 3rd place team was Angie Fleming. Christine Rowbury celebrated her birthday that weekend and all sung Happy Birthday to her.

Tasty food, tough bowling and jolly good camaraderie. A lot of ladies enjoyed the dancing. Thank you, Cooktown. May 24th. Pennant ladies were defeated by Marlin Coast. Due to various reasons, 3 reserves were required for that day Ladies we have free coaching to assist you to learn to bowl or to improve your technique. Contact Carole Maxted at: caroles44bb@dodo.com.au or 0400 954 537.

EDGE HILL MEMORIAL BOWLS CLUB

Ladies Social Bowls and Championship Results: Thursday May 27, Mixed Social bowls winners were Valerie Still and Lou Pomroy. Runner-up: Liz Whitehead, Elaine Whitehead and Barry Bolton.

Men’s Mixed Social Bowls: Tuesday May 25, Social bowls winners were Jill Alexander-Sachse and Ian Stafford. Runner-up: Yvonne and Barry Bolton. Tuesday night winners were Don and Geoff. Runner-up: John, Terry and Mucka. and Wednesday Night May 26 were Terry B and Wayne H. Runner-up: Alan, Chris and Steve Henson. No Saturday Social bowls were played as pennants continued. Social bowls will continue Tuesday (Day and Night) and Wednesday night triples.

2021 Pennant Season: Saturday May 29, Division One Edge Hill team played Home against South Johnstone and defeated them 86-46. This week they play Cairns/Gordonvale at Edge Hill in the last qualifying round before the finals so drop in and watch a great game.

Division Two Edge Hill played Away at Babinda against Innisfail/Babinda and won 46-30. They have won the Pennant and will now play the Tablelands winner at a date and time to be scheduled.

Division Three (1) Edge Hill played Away against Stratford and Edge Hill Lost 67-23.

Division Three (2) Edge Hill played Home against Cairns/ Gordonvale and Edge Hill won 41-33. They will now play against Marlin Coast at 9am Saturday June 5 with the loser to play Tully in the afternoon in the finals. These games will be at a neutral venue still to be advised.

Edge Hill Club Championship Games.

Check the notice board for all upcoming games.The scheduled A Singles games saw R. Hubbard forfeit to D. Curry and H. Mitchell defeated D. Spowart 25-24.

Next games are D. Curry V’s A. Buck and H. Mitchell V’s P. Lee is the semi Finals.

B Grade Singles games now scheduled for urgent play are T Bartholomeusz to play Peter Ryan. The winner will then play B Moseley for a spot in the final against P. Whitehead.

Club Fours game will be played on Friday June 4, with S Henson’s team playing B Cribbin’s team.

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Gymnasts tumbling to success YOUNG gymnasts from throughout Far North Queensland made their way to Mareeba over the weekend to compete in the Mareeba Country Challenge.

Five clubs from Cairns, Mossman, Atherton and Mareeba competed in Men’s Artistic Gymnastics (MAG) and Women’s Artistic Gymnastics (WAG) events.

The Country Challenge was hosted by the Mareeba Gymnastics Club with 165 gymnasts competing.

South Cairns Gymnastics Club, based in Bentley Park had 56 gymnasts competing with men’s competitors in levels 1-3 and the women’s competing in the levels 1 – 6 competitions.

Results for the Challenge.

WAG: Overall Level 3 Under: 1st Rylee McQueen (SCG),

caption and names to be inserted 2nd Baylee Scoble (SCG), 3rd Halle Cygler (BV) Overall level 3 Over: 1st Willow Stoter (BV), 2nd Dearnna Castle (SCG), 3rd Grace Will (BV) Overall Level 4 Under: 1st Emma Blain (SCG), 2nd Alisha Shigeta (SCG), 3rd Skye Stroud (SCG) Overall level 4 Over: 1st Sahara Kennedy (MAR), 2nd Sara Bugler (SCG), 3rd Violet Thompson (BV) Overall Level 5 Under: 1st Olivia Doolan (SCG), 2nd Charlotte Sowden (MAR), 3rd Pippa Davidson (BV)

Overall Level 5 Over: 1st Natalia Esposito (MAR), 2nd Keala Hoskins (BV), 3rd Leela Pierce-Lyons (BV) Overall Level 6: 1st Aelira Catalina (BV), 2nd Jenna Mattinson (SCG), 3rd Dakota Pointon (SCG) MAG: Overall Level 3: 1st Rhys Spralja, 2nd Connor Bertuna, 3rd Bastian Simpson-Leitner (SCG) South Cairns Gymnastics (BV) Barron Valley Gymnastics

Marlin Coast Netballers hit the courts THE Fowlers Group Marlin Coast Representative carnival was hosted by the Mareeba Netball Association on Sunday 31 May at their association netball complex in Mareeba.

The event attracted 19 representative teams in 3 age groups ranging from 12, 14 and 16 years.

The games were played in perfect weather conditions and players, volunteers and spectators all enjoyed the Marlin Coast event.

Competition was fierce in all divisions and although Cairns

dominated the winners circle, many of the other associations are reducing the gap.

16 and Under Division: The 16 and Under division was dominated by Cairns teams with the younger age (14) group taking out the winner’s trophy over their older team (15). Competition was remarkably close in this division and Innisfail were only one point in third place.

14 and Under Division: Cairns were once again taking out the winner’s trophy and although undefeated only pipped Marlins by one goal to be

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BOTH Crabs squads had the weekend off last time out.

The players used the opportunity to put in strong training sessions focussed around fitness and physicality and are primed to show their improvements heading into this weekend’s fixtures.

Both squads have plenty to play for this round with both sitting The boys want to extend their gap at the top of the table when they take on Wanderers this Friday night.

The Mudcrabs Men have won their last 3 games straight and want to avenge their round 1 loss to the same Wanderers outfit.

Before that though, the women will also be playing Wanderers in what is a top of the table clash with both teams unbeaten to start the season.

To see both teams in action, come down Friday June 4, to see the Women at 6.30pm and the Men at 8.00pm

The Mudcrabs Kevin Nelson and Aiden Daley Name: Kevin Nelson Age: 17 Nickname/s: Kev Position/s: Loose Head 6/7 Job/occupation: Dominos driver and retail Hobbies/interests: Love going for adventures and trying something new Crab you’re most looking forward to playing with this year and why: Favourite forward would be Sam Taylor he sticks up and shows to be a leader and that wants me to do and push my limits on the field.

the top team.

12 and Under Division Cairns made it a trifecta with wins in the 12 and Under division and with a combined Tablelands and Marlins team joining together to take out the runners up.

Several of the associations used the event as a warmup to the State-wide event that teams will travel south to compete in July.

The next event on the Marlin Coast calendar will be the Fowlers Group Club Carnival which will be held in Cairns on August 1 in Cairns.

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CLUB REPORT Mudcrabs

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Name: Aiden Daley Age: 24 Nickname/s: Aidos Position/s: Flanker/ centre Job/occupation: Receptionist/exotic dancer Hobbies/interests: Hiking, fishing, walking the dogs and anything outdoors.

Crab you’re most looking forward to playing with this year and why: Tommy White... Oh wait, he left.

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WM SEAGULLS

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8

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DEVILS

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SEAGULLS

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BEARS

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PRIDE

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DOLPHINS

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10

MAGPIES

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FALCONS

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BLACKHAWKS

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TIGERS

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HUNTERS

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CUTTERS

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JETS

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CAPRAS

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INTRUST SUPER CUP ROUND 8 S A T U R D A Y J U N E 5 Hunters V Blackhawks. Seagulls V Devils.

WM Seagulls V Cutters. Falcons V Dolphins.

Bears V Capras. Jets V Magpies.

S U N D A Y J U N E 6 Pride V Tigers.

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A L O N E Our fortnightly gatherings offer a safe space for social engagement and support for people living with Alzheimer’s or Dementia and their loved ones.

These sessions provide an opportunity for attendees to enjoy time together in the company of others in a similar situation.

Morning tea is provided (paid for by gold coin donations) When: Every 2nd Wednesday Time: 10 am — 12pm Cost: Gold coin donation Where: Cominos House (27 Greenslope St, Edge Hill)

UPCOMING MEETINGS:

June: 9th and 23rd July: 7th and 21st

For more information call Karina on 0421 416 971 or Helen on 0407 589 338 or email karinagray61@gmail.com

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Tackling concussion Tackling concussion head on head on PETER MCCULLAGH HEAD knocks and concussion are a constant factor in many contact and non-contact sports. Sports administrators constantly constantly review review rules rule changes to ensure the wellbeing of all participants.

Far North Queensland athletes now have an extra level of reassurance as they head into their next season, with the launch of Cairns’ only specialist concussion management clinic.

Wellness Embodied Cairns is the only accredited Complete Concussion Management Incorporated (CCMI) concussion management clinic in North Queensland.

“Each season, approximately 10 per cent of athletes competing in contact sports suffer a concussion and, in some cases, this can lead to future problems such as dementia

and mental health issues,” said Wellness Embodied Practice Principal, Suzanne Rath.

“We often see clients who have been struggling for years with symptoms such as fatigue, dizziness, poor concentration or headaches who have been unable to find a treatment that works, not realising that they are among the 30 per cent of people who develop post-concussion syndrome.

“You don’t have to sustain a knock to the head or lose consciousness to have a concussion and research shows relying on feeling better alone is a poor indicator of when athletes should return to competition,” Suzanne said.

Wellness Embodied is now offering pre-season Complete Concussion Management Incorporated baseline testing, where an athlete’s balance, strength, reaction times, movement and neuro-cognitive response are measured.

Alyza Brown is making her debut with the Wanderers Rugby Union Women’s team and said it was reassuring for her and her teammates to get tested in the lead-up to the competition.

“It provided a good snapshot of where we are at, and if anything happens during the season, we know the impact can easily be measured and managed,” she said.

Repeated head knocks can have a devastating effect upon a player later in life with possible early onset dementia. In the UK a group of former players are threatening legal action over the issue.

“The Union does everything it can to make it safe as possible but it is still an uncontrolled environment with constantly changing variables in a game, you can’t control someone knocking you over in a tackle,” said Ms Brown.

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physiotherapist-led concussion clinic on Mondays, where athletes who’ve sustained a concussion on the weekend can have an initial check of their cervical spine and vestibular system, receive advice on early management and gain access to the CCMI app, which provides guidance and allows athletes to to report reportprogress progressback back their to physiotherapist their physiotherapist and coach. and coach.

“As a local physiotherapy clinic, Wellness Embodied wanted to do more support our Far North Queensland athletes to keep them healthy on and off the field,” Suzanne said.

“Early management by a team of health professionals who are specialised in concussion symptom assessment, treatment and guidance on return to activity, is best the defence against post-concussion syndrome and lowers the risk of another concussion or injury after returning to play.”

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