Cairns Local News July 22 2022

July 22, 2022

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COCKTAILS, FERRARIS, FUN & FOOD

CAIRNS will transform into a ‘Little Italy’ for nine days starting next week as the city experiences a celebration of food, culture, family values and history, as the inaugural Cairns Italian Festival gets underway.

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HE COUNTRY’S first dedicated facility to nurse sick and injured frogs back to health and find out more about what harms them is calling for volunteers and donations to help maintain its rental property at Mission Beach.

Researcher Deborah Pergolotti established the unique frog hospital in Cairns some years ago but had to move it to a more suitable, environmentally friendly location, ending up in a house and land.

“We really needed to know how to recover frogs,” she said. “It had never been done before, we didn’t know how to do it.”

She started receiving frogs from the public that had things wrong with them and worked with vets to try to find

out what was recoverable or treatable.

“How do you recognise the different problems, what treatments would work or would not work, what problems are not fixable and therefore the animal has to be put down.”

She had been volunteering with frog conservation groups for many years when she saw the devasting effects on the country’s frog species of chytrid fungus. The fungus has since the 1990s caused the decline of 43 frog species.

Of those, seven are now extinct and six at high risk of extinction.

Currently the facility is challenged by a disturbingly higher number of frog cancer cases which Ms Pergollotti is trying to investigate. There are possible links between the cancer and the use of neonicotinoid chemicals - a class of neuro-active insecticides chemically

similar to nicotine.

In 2014, the European Food Safety Commission found that the neonicotinoid pesticides ‘acetamiprid’ and ‘imidacloprid’, linked to bee deaths, were also harmful to humans.

Overseas research also indicates the chemicals disable the immune systems on a wide variety of animal types – not only bees, but birds and frogs, making them more susceptible to predators and illnesses.

Ms Pergollotti said she has noticed disturbing trends since she started the frog hospital in 1998. “We’ve been seeing that the frogs’ immune systems are just not working properly, and they are coming down with every possible environmental pathogen and parasite out there.

“If we could pinpoint the exact

The Frog Hospital’s Deborah Pergolotti with a sick white-lipped tree frog

relationship of the neonicotinoids with frog populations, that would actually be a key process to go through.”

More than 3,400 frogs taken in since it started, the hospital still receives rescued frogs from Mission Beach and surrounding areas but gives advice all over Australia, mainly because there are very few other places or personnel who can help rehabilitate sick or injured frogs.

“It’s really quite sad that after all this time – over 20 years since I first put the concept of frog concept on the radar – there’s still so few people in the country that actually are experienced with frogs.”

In the meantime, so that she can focus more on the research, volunteers are needed to help maintain the frog hospital property at Carmoo, Mission

Beach, and deal with their many communications, mainly emails and phone calls. “The more hands you’ve got, the less work each person has to do.”

Donations are what keep the hospital going and are always welcome to cover costs such as rent, phone, internet, power, running the group’s vehicle and of course animal care expenses such as medicine. “Sometimes we get cases in where we have to have a lab identify what is wrong with that animal and that often costs $300 a frog.”

They also need to constantly document what’s wrong with the frogs they receive into the hospital, pathology work and disseminating the information to researchers around the country, in the hope of helping save the decline of many species.

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By David Gardiner

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AIRNS will transform into a ‘Little Italy’ for nine days starting next week as the city experiences a celebration of food, culture, family values and history, as the inaugural Cairns Italian Festival gets underway.

From Thursday July 28 until August 6, iconic venues across Cairns and the region will host a series of events including a wedding show, a major community festival and food – in fact, food from every region of Italy.

The main highlight is ‘La Festa’ Day – on Saturday July 30 at Fogarty Park on the Cairns waterfront, topped off with fireworks in the evening, expected to attract hundreds of people.

“It’s an authentic Italian day,” the Italian Festival’s president, Stephen Cordenos said.

“We have 20 food stalls representing all the different regions of Italy in food.

The big thing about that is there’ll be a lot of food there that generally people would not get at a typical restaurant, and the experience will be something new for most people.”

After 14 months of intensive planning by volunteers, the Italian festival will include the entire North Queensland region from Cairns, Atherton, Dimbulah, Edmonton, Gordonvale, Innisfail,

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Silkwood and Tully, to Mareeba, Mossman, Mutchilba, Port Douglas and Yungaburra.

The organisers are aiming to make the event a celebration rich in Italian history, culture, food, wine, song, and dance. There will be bands from Sydney and Melbourne performing classic Italian folk songs, children’s play areas, a celebrity chef, laser show and comedians and stage shows during the festival.

But not only will the festival be a significant regional cultural event of top entertainment, fun and culinary delights, it will also honour the Italian immigrants who left their homeland in search of a better life and future in Australia.

Generations of Italians have over many decades made Australia and Far North Queensland home, changing the face and future of the region in farming, business, and development.

“The most important thing for me is the stories of these immigrants that are never lost,” Mr Cordenos said. “Apart from the Festa Day, we are doing an inaugural foundation book, which is 100 stories of Italian immigrants that have come to Australia.”

Tickets for some events have already sold out. For details, and to check remaining available tickets, go online to: cairnsitalianfestival.com.au.

Generations of Italians have over many decades made Australia and Far North Queensland home, changing the face and future of the region in farming, business, and development.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: June 8th to August 7th Ancient Rome Exhibition at Australian Armour and Artillery Museum July 28th, 29th and 30th Interactive Italian Wedding Show by the Mareeba Theatre Company at The Benson Hotel July 30th La Festa – Community Festival at Fogarty Park July 31st La Dolce Vita – Cocktails and Ferraris at Salt House August 1st Opera on the Reef August 3rd Family Italian Movie Night - Bello, Onesto, Emigrato Australia Sposerebbe Compaesana Illibata at Earlville Cinemas August 3rd Flynn’s Italian Producer’s Dinner August 4th Family Italian Movie Night - Se Mi Vuoi at Earlville Cinemas August 5th Carnivale Masquerade Gala Ball at Cairns Convention Centre (includes Hall of Fame Awards Ceremony) August 6th & 7th Comedy Night with Joe Avati at Brothers Leagues Club August 7th TGT Mareeba Salami and Sausage Competition Festa at Mareeba International Club

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Charity Ocean Swim World First TWO LOCALS are vying to be the world’s first women to swim the treacherous 27km Green Island to Cairns’ Ocean crossing, dubbed Australia’s equivalent of the English Channel, for the charity event Swimming the Gap. The swim, which raises funds for AFL Cape York House Foundation, is one of the world’s largest ocean swims, with only six people ever successfully completing it.

However, fourth-year Cairns medical student Harriet Grant, and local swim teacher, Kaname Woodfield, are set to change that.

Both Masters Swimming Queensland champions Harriet and Kaname said knowing they were helping a worthwhile local charity gave them the motivation they needed to commit to the extreme ocean challenge.

“I’ve never done marathon swimming before, and knowing I am helping to make a difference in local children’s lives helps me push and challenge myself to achieve it,” Harriet said.

“Plus having a good cause to focus on takes your mind off the sharks, crocodiles and other marine creatures out there.”

With the event in its second year, the pair will embark on a gruelling 10-week training schedule, following in the footsteps of Swimming the Gap founders Jesse O’Hara and Marijn Kerkhoven.

The ladies will swim from

Green Island to Yorkeys Knob under marathon conditions, meaning it will be a nonstop, up to ten-hour, open ocean swim of 27 kilometres - if they swim straight.

If the girls veer off course or the wind isn’t in their favour, it could be more than 30 kilometres.

Kaname says she feels the strongest she’s ever felt after taking home 13 medals at the Masters Swimming Queensland State championships this year.

She knows it’s mind over mat-

ter to swim distance in the open ocean.

Feeling only a little bit worried, Kaname is confident that she can swim the distance, spurred on by the thought of raising funds for the Foundation.

“To get there alone would be hard, but I have amazing support from Harriet. We train together and cheer each other on,” Kaname said.

AFL Cape York General Manager Rick Hanlon OAM said he is in awe of the girls

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and hopes Swimming the Gap will become an annual event attracting people from all over.

The money from Jesse and Marijn’s inaugural swim was extremely vital to the Foundation because it went into the well-being program for the students.

“Well-being support is really important for young people when they are coming from a remote community to a boarding environment for up to 40 weeks a year,” Mr Hanlon said.

“I’m in awe of them. To be

able to swim 27 k’s in the ocean and ten hours in the water is extreme athleticism. You’re using your whole body, and it’s an amazing feat.”

To donate to the swimming, visit: mycause.com.au and search Swimming the Gap.

About AFL Cape York House Foundation

AFL Cape York House Foundation’s purpose is to support disadvantaged students and families participating in AFL Cape York coordinated

Harriet and Kaname will dive into the water showcasing their athleticism and enthusiasm to help raise funds for AFL Cape York House Foundation

programs in the areas of Education, Well Being Support, AFL Pathways, Careers, Transition, Residential Care and Outreach Programs.

AFL Cape York Boys and Girls Houses, are purpose-built facilities aiming to provide accommodation, educational, employment and training opportunities for young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men and women from some of Far North Queensland’s most remote communities in a culturally appropriate, safe and secure residential environment to ensure every boarding student has the opportunity to transition successfully into what they want to pursue.

AFL Cape York House aims to assist the transition from remote communities by working with families and the individual on their transition support. We provide a supportive and structured environment that is centred around culture and family by building positive relationships and skills as they transition through secondary school.

Construction of AFL Cape York House – Boys boarding facility was completed in January 2013 and can support a capacity of 48 young men.

AFL Cape York House – Girls facility opened its doors for 50 young women in 2019.

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BUSY EKKA expected after two-year hiatus

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HOPES FOR DUNK ISLAND

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By David Gardiner DUNK Island is in new hands and the far north tourism industry is abuzz with positive talk about its future.

The island resort, four kilometres off Mission Beach, has been sold to Annie CannonBrookes, wife of tech billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes for a reported sum of between $20-25 million.

Destroyed by Cyclone Yasi in 2011 and lying practically idle since, Dunk Island has gone through several failed purchase attempts.

But now, there are hopes that the new owners might turn the famous tourism landmark into a world class eco-resort or similar.

The 135-hectare property is among a handful of freehold islands on the Great Barrier Reef. It also contains some national park and public access area.

Patrick Bluett of Cassowary Coast Tourism said there is a lot of work to be done, especially if the island’s existing accommodation and other infrastructure is to be restored.

Much of it will have to be demolished.

The result of a complete refurbishment and rebuild however, could be an ideal ‘new’ attraction for the eco-tourism market.

“In my own opinion, I don’t think we will see a traditional resort being developed over at Dunk,” Mr Bluett said. “We know the new owners are very mindful of the environment, conservation of the environment, so if I was to take a guess, I think we may see a boutique eco-style resort. It would blend into the destination which would be very well received and welcome I believe.”

The new owners are assessing plans for Dunk

Island and while there are no certainties about what they will and will not do with their new island ‘paradise’, part of the sale includes the lease for the island’s ‘Spit’ area, famous among locals and international visitors for its natural values and easy access to open water and a variety of water sports activities.

Visitors used the Spit on a day recreational basis travelling from the mainland or on overnight stays, even for several nights camping.

“That alone will encourage visitation and day visitation because it will include food and beverage outlets and potentially water sports,” Mr Bluett said. “The location of Dunk is just ideal to take advantage of that day visitation, similar to Fitzroy, similar to Green Island off Cairns.”

Dunk Island remains an iconic name within Australia and internationally and is

“fairly dear to the local community,” Mr Bluett said. “We get inquiries weekly from international visitors and operators just asking what is happening with Dunk.

“The opportunity for the new owners and the opportunity for the destination is exciting and encouraging, even based on the unknown plans of the owners at the moment.”

Dunk Island’s accommodation infrastructure – consisting of 160 rooms, restaurants, bar and swimming pool areas, tennis courts, day spa and a nine hole golf course as well as the Spit recreational area, were devastated by Cyclone Yasi in February 2011. The Spit was the gateway to the resort and housed a café, arrival and orientation point.

The island was once coowned by Qantas and features a commercial sealed airstrip. It has mainland power connection and perpetual water.

PATRONS from the far north and elsewhere planning to go to the state’s biggest agricultural show, Ekka in Brisbane, have been encouraged to plan their journey to and from the show as it prepares to return this year from a two-year hiatus.

The show will run from Saturday, August 6 to Sunday, August 14 with Exhibition station making it easy for patrons to catch public transport to and from the event.

Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said the exhibition will see Queenslanders travelling to the Brisbane showgrounds and that trains were the easiest and cheapest way of getting to and from the RNA Showgrounds.

“From 9am to 10:30pm daily, a frequent service will run on the Ekka Loop at regular intervals from Roma Street station, Central station, Fortitude Valley station and Exhibition station,” Mr Bailey said.

“Bus users can still travel to Herston Busway Station and walk across the underground walkways to the event.”

Mr Bailey encouraged show-goers to practice good hygiene and follow the current health directions when using public transport.

“Face masks are mandatory on public transport, and should be worn when travelling to and from the show, including when waiting at stops and stations,” he said.

“It will be a monumental Ekka celebration this year after a two-year hiatus and now we’ve locked in easy, convenient transportation to and from the event, but we want people to be safe getting to and from the show so please wear a mask.”

Head online to the Translink website, Facebook page or phone 13 12 30 at any time for more information on travel to and from the Ekka.

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Bulk billing doctors on decline, and Cairns included

By David Gardiner

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NOTHER Cairns GP practice has decided it can no longer offer bulk billing to most of its patients.

Smithfield Central Doctors is changing over to ‘mixed billing’ as from August 1, meaning most patients will have to start paying a gap of around $40 for a standard GP consultation. Patients on a Pensioner Concession Card, DVA or those aged 16 or younger will still be bulk billed.

Fees for the standard and other consultations are being introduced, including $80 for a standard fee.

The Medicare rebate from that fee is just $39.75.

While the practice was able to maintain bulk billing for all patients throughout the pandemic, Partnered Health Medical Centres – which runs the practice – said it was “unfortunately unable to continue for the viability of the practice.”

“Transitioning to a mixed billing offering will help to address the GP shortage in the region and attract more GPs to support the health and wellbeing of the Cairns community,” said Partnered Health Medical Centres Chief Executive Officer Michael Broadbent.

“This, in addition to the sig-

nificant increase in patients with complex healthcare needs, has seen not only our practice move to this model, but a shift for many medical centres nationwide that are dealing with similar challenges.”

Doctors and their professional associations have long argued the Medicare rebate is far too low, has fallen far short of keeping up with inflation, and makes bulk billing and GP practices generally unviable.

Dr Michael Clements, Rural Chair of the Royal Australian College of GPs said he is not at all surprised that yet another practice is having to change its bulk billing policies.

“I think over the last few years we’ve seen a trickle of practices having to stop their bulk billing policy and in the last few months, it’s suddenly turned into a flood,” Dr Clements said.

He said the $39 rebate was “maybe the right price 15 years ago” but is totally inadequate now.

“If the Medicare rebate had just kept up with inflation since it was invented, it’d be close to $86.

When people ask to be bulk billed, they’re essentially asking their GP to accept half of what the price should be.”

The last rebate increase was

on July 1 – a meagre 65 cents per standard consultation, which some doctors have called “insulting.”

The increase of 1.6 per cent was well below the inflation rate of 5.1 per cent.

Mr Broadbent said the change from bulk billing to mixed billing at the Smithfield practice is also due to the Medicare rebate being too low.

“Medicare has not kept up with the cost of providing quality healthcare, particularly as we’ve seen patients present with increasingly complex conditions which require longer consult times with GPs,” he said.

The RACGP’s Dr Clements said another very concerning aspect of keeping the lid on Medicare rebates, is that patients are inclined to neglect their health if they can’t afford to see a doctor.

“Emergency departments aren’t full of people who have a sore throat and want to be seen, they’re actually full of people have a chronic disease who haven’t been seen. When a community has really good access to their GP, we prevent heart attacks, we prevent pneumonia – we treat it earlier, we prevent stroke, we prevent their mental health from getting too severe.”

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THE much anticipated completion of the Gubuda-Gordonvale Shopping Centre has been celebrated this week, marking the arrival of a new state of the art Woolworths supermarket, seven specialty retailers and approximately 200 convenient parking spaces.

The new centre’s design includes a substantial external artwork by Indigenous artist Michael Booiyol-Anning as well as an alfresco area for outdoor dining.

The project has seen Woolworths inject $25 million of investment into the area, creat-

ing more than 80 jobs during construction and 120 ongoing retail jobs.

In a first for the Woolworths Group, the inclusion of the Indigenous name for Gordonvale – Gubuda - will be displayed on the entrance canopy of the centre.

Woolworths Head of Property Development, Andrew Loveday said: “We look forward to delivering local residents, and the broader Cairns community, an essential and convenient shopping experience in one of Australia’s most modern and

sustainable shopping centres.”

In addition to the Woolworths supermarket the new centre includes seven specialty tenancies - Gordonvale Noodle House, a pharmacist, Discount Drug Store, Cignall and JSL Phone Repairs, with more to come.

State Member for Mulgrave, Curtis Pitt MP said the new centre location will draw shoppers from as far south as Babinda and provide options for a trolley shop closer to home for residents of Goldsborough and Mount Peter.

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We have a great, convenient range that is easy to shop. You’ll fall in love with our new deli, with cured meats sliced to order. We’ve got everything

you need for the perfect platter, plus a fantastic selection of Australian and imported cheeses.

Walk past our in-store bakery and explore the delicious range of bread, including crusty loaves, sliced white and wholemeal rolls. Our artisan-style breads are divine and are made with Australian wheat flour.

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of fresh produce that looks different, but is just as beautiful on the inside, healthy and nutritious and represents great value. Not only does it save you money but it helps our farmers sell more too. There’s nothing odd about that.

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Thanks Cairns Local News.

I always find something I need to know when I read your paper.

Recent examples are: 1. 17 Jun 22 edition Your article on Douglas Shire pro rata pensioner rates discount.

This allows rates assistance to be provided per eligible pensioner per property. No application required, rebates will be automatic.

I contacted Cairns Regional Council to see if they were considering this pensioner benefit.

As the 2022/23 Budget had been finalised, they advised they’d consider it for 2023/24 budget.

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If there is such a thing as heaven and hell and Ivana goes to heaven she will never meet Donald again.

Ross, Cairns Editor: How wonderful to see tourists steadily returning to Cairns. With the school holidays wrapping up, I was

pleased to hear that there has been some improvement in trade at our city eateries. Local restaurants and cafes have been hit hard as a result of the COVID pandemic, and sadly we have lost a few fantastic eateries along the way.

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What will Net Zero cost us?

Too much, according to a recent poll published by the Institute of Public Affairs that showed more than 65 per cent of Queenslanders want to pause Net Zero, which is more than any other state.

Only 15 per cent support the policy.

You would be forgiven, then, for asking why – if there is such a great divide in public sentiment – we are represented by such a policy whitewash in our parliaments?

For example in the Queensland Parliament, which has 93 elected Members, there are only four us (the KAP’s three and ONP’s Steve Andrews) who are willing to put on record our skepticism about the nation’s Net Zero aspirations.

The rest of the Crossbench, including the Greens, and both Labor and the LNP have all signed on the dotted line.

How is this democracy?

When it comes to the having commonsense on issues of the

environment, the Labor party is a write-off and has been for many years.

No longer the party of the worker, the battler, or the everyday Aussie, the Labor Party of today finds much of its appeal lies with inner-city elites and do-gooders who would sell their own grandmother before they ever voted for those nasty Tories.

We will continue to see Labor try to out-Green the Greens and, while they may come close, they’ll never beat that mob at their own game.

The Greens have proven time and time again their appetite for absurdity is insatiable.

But at least Labor is honest about where their loyalties do, or don’t, lie.

We know it’s not with rural and regional Australians, and they know it too.

The LNP plays a much more deceptive game.

Out in the regions we see elected LNP State and Federal Members engage routinely in “double-think”, trying desperately to convince themselves and their constituents that the ethos of the old Nationals are still alive and well in their party.

Then we see the Federal Nationals Leader and the State LNP Leader and his Libs walk comfortably on the other side of the fence when in the city, endorsing Net Zero and all the calamity it would cause Queensland’s communities without so much as a sideway glance.

The LNP must know they can’t have it both ways.

It’s about time they came clean with their constituents and admitted the truth – there are no true “Nationals” left in Queensland.

Robbie Katter MP We will see how Covid came to spread through Australia, as soon as the borders were open to all, we began to suffer, it all came down to the almighty dollar, big, medium small businesses are to blame as they were the driving force to have the borders opened.

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COUNCIL NEWS ...

Lagoon temporarily closed for maintenance The Cairns Esplanade Lagoon is currently closed to allow for its biennial maintenance program, which will ensure the city’s most iconic feature remains in top condition.

It will reopen on 8 August.

The maintenance program will include repairs and upgrades to the pool’s surface, lighting, pump systems and amenities.

Babinda Boulders safety survey Following recent tragedies at Babinda Boulders, Council is seeking community feedback on safety at the popular swimming and recreation area.

Council wants to understand:  What attracts people to the Boulders;  How the site is being used;

Further expansion of the 40km/h CBD zone unlikely

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By David Gardiner EXPANSION of the Cairns 40km/h zone to other streets in the CBD is unlikely, but the existing speed restriction is here to stay.

Introduced in 2019 and expanded last year, the 40 km/h limit has resulted in positive outcomes, mainly in reducing the level of casualties from traffic crashes, and less vehicle accidents overall.

The 40km/h zone in the Cairns CBD was expanded in 2021 to include the section south of Spence St to Wharf St, including Sheridan, Grafton, Lake, Abbott and Hartley streets.

Cairns Regional Council and the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) which partnered in the lower speed limit initiative are both happy with the introduction of the slower

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speeds, which when introduced were criticised by some motorists for being ‘too slow’.

But since Council introduced the initial 40 km/h zone in the Cairns CBD in early 2019 casualties due to vehicle crashes have reduced.

Anecdotally, while there are still reports of some drivers not slowing enough down during turns into crosswalks that are still flashing green for pedestrians, there is a general feeling that the slower speed has done the traffic-pedestrian-cyclist harmony in the middle of the city, good.

“While there are no plans for the expansion of the 40km/h zone at this time, the wellbeing of the community safety remains Council’s priority with monitoring of speed limits and safety improvements regularly assessed and revised,” Cairns Council’s

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Data presented to Council showed casualties due to vehicle crashes fell overall by 21.6% since the introduction of the 40km/h traffic speed limit, and cyclist and pedestrian casualties reduced by 36 per cent.

This represents a $2.5 million saving in costs to the community, according to a Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) economic assessment of incident related cost reductions to the community.

Existing 40 km/h speed limits in the CBD and the lowspeed zones in Lake St and the Cairns Esplanade will remain unchanged.

The project also was made possible with funding provided through TMR’s Vulnerable Road Users Program (VRUP).

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Improvement works Cooper Rd, Edmonton: Bridge repairs.

Esplanade, Cairns North: Installation of footings for lighting upgrade from 173 Esplanade to McKenzie St. Temporary loss of some parking bays.

Kiernan St, Manunda: Kerb and channel renewal from Wilkinson St to Barlow St. Expect temporary road closures.

Loridan Dr, Brinsmead: Bus stop improvement works near Wills St, and water main replacement.

The amenities building will also be closed (alternative public toilets are located in Fogarty Park).

 How people perceive their safety; and

While there’s never a good time to close the Lagoon, the repairs have been scheduled in the cooler months when usage is at its lowest and to avoid school holidays.

 The effectiveness of existing risk management measures.

Varley St, Yorkeys Knob: Pavement rehabilitation near the Dunne Rd intersection.

Expect temporary lane closures.

Whether you are a regular user or occasional visitor, you can assist by completing a short survey via the Have Your Say section of Council’s website.

Reservoir Rd, Manoora: Nightworks for intersection upgrades at Pease St. Expect temporary lane closures.

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For a full list of works see our website.

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NOTHER successful NAIDOC Week was celebrated across the Nation recently and there was no better place to observe this inspiring event than in Mossman. As we’ll discuss shortly, part the theme this year was to ‘Show Up’ and as can be seen from the pictures, that was certainly the case, with youngsters very much part of the day from local Schools. The occasion was also supported by parents and school staff members, together

with both locals and tourists enjoying the fun.

NAIDOC has been observed as a week-long event since 1975 and each year has a different topic. It celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and is observed not just in the Indigenous Australian communities, but also in increasing numbers of schools, local councils and workplaces.

So, the theme this year was

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a rallying call to all First Nation people to Get Up! Stand Up! Show Up! The origins of the theme were based on First Nation People having a history of getting up, standing up and showing up. From the earliest resistance fighters when Europeans first landed on the shores of this continent, through to members of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities fighting for change today, First Nation people continue to show up.

I was one of many that lined Front Steet in Mossman to enjoy the Street Parade last Friday, the grand finale of what was a packed week of events. Many then ventured to a family fun day held at Bubu Kinkari or George Davis Park.

Other events through the week included a baby show by the Goobidi Bamanga Organisation. This has been an annual NAIDOC Event and brings families together for a day of fun.

Midweek saw the Mossman Gorge Gateway Markets, which included Yalanji Arts and other items that local First Nation People had locally made. The unique art and gifts were on display for everyone to appreciate and available for sale for those wanting their own traditional piece of Far North Queensland culture.

One key event was the annual Elders Lunch, held at the Mossman Shire Hall, with a Traditional Kurma (ground

oven) and cultural entertainment.

Overall, the week was a successful and inspiring event. Then add the Douglas Shire Show weekend which followed NAIDOC, one can certainly say it has been a fun time!

I think I need a breather, so for now it’s Gazza signing out!

Send your stories to gazza@cairnslocalnews.com.au

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TROPICAL NORTH QUEENSLAND

Palm Cove

‘Green Season’ in Palm Cove: ECEMBER through till March is the Green/Wet season in Northern Queensland, and the temperature in Palm Cove varies on average between 23-31 degrees.

Palm Cove features a beautiful year-round climate but there is a distinct difference between its two seasons. In the dry months there is less humidity and slightly cooler temperatures; Palm Cove during wet season gives you a different depth of experience and allows you to keep exploring, finding out the true meaning of the ‘Wet Tropics’.

December is the hottest but also the perfect time for diving on the Great Barrier Reef, also tending to be the calmest time with winds generally being light. Many fish species are breeding at this time of year and their vibrancy and abundance should not be missed! Daily trips to the Reef leave the Cairns Marina, just 30 minutes away.

The longer daylight hours and warmer temperatures of January make wandering the tropical rainforest a perfect option for nature lovers. The lush greenery is well nourished by the sun, wildlife is abundant and the creeks make it a crystal clear paradise. Explore the Daintree Rainforest or the even closer Barron Gorge National Park.

February is a month of a little more cloud cover, which makes it ideal for exploring the rainforest. The water temperature can be around 30 degrees, making it great for snorkelling and scuba diving to experience the bounty of marine life.

The best part of Palm Cove during the green season is our abundance of restaurants and cafes where you can relax and recover from exploring the surrounding World Heritage Wet Tropics and Great Barrier Reef.

‘Just up the road’ are also the attractions of Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures, Birdworld Kuranda and Koala Gardens Kuranda.

December to March

The longer daylight hours and warmer temperatures of January make wandering the tropical rainforest a perfect option for nature lovers.

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ALM Cove is a well-known favourite destination for inland families to enjoy a summer break. Its’ great beach,

local eateries, and central location provide the perfect base to gather, unwind and enjoy some of the finer things in life. What may well be Palm Cove’s best-kept holiday accommodation secret is Sanctuary Palm Cove.

Located on the corner of Cedar Rd and Williams Esplanade you will find your Sanctuary. A literal stone’s throw away from the beach, you’ll enter through the property gates to discover large idyllic self-contained holiday apartments nestled amongst its age-old melaleucas and natural wetland.

Sanctuary has the perfect balance of nature and architecture with nature providing the perfect backdrop and creating stunning views from every apartment.

Most of the apartments are three bedrooms and are spacious, light-filled and well equipped for gatherings of any kind, be it time away with the family or celebrating a special occasion. Sanctuary also boasts a large 25m heated lap pool and kids’ wading pool area away from the apartments, complete with its own large undercover BBQ area.

Do very little during your stay or do it all but know that Sanctuary Palm Cove will be your perfect summer holiday base. To find out more please contact the onsite team.

Nothing beats the authentic taste of Il Forno.

Traditional family recipes with genuine Italian flavours in the heart of Palm Cove.

Dine - in with family and friends or take-away and enjoy an authentic Italian experience by the beach or in your own back yard.

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Located in the heart of beautiful Palm Cove, Bare Hair Studio provides a space for stunning hair transformations, relaxation and rejuvenation.

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Volunteer grants for green projects in the far north THEY ARE the passionate guardians of Queensland’s national parks and forests, and now hardworking volunteer groups across the state are set to receive a $700,000 boost to turn their latest green projects into a reality.

Environment Minister Meaghan Scanlon has announced the Palaszczuk Government will fund 43 projects to create thriving spaces for native wildlife and that people can explore.

It follows the Government’s announcement last month that it would lock in the single-largest investment in the state’s history to expand and acquire new national parks.

“After the floods in February devastated many of our parks, we reached out to community groups across Queensland for their best projects to

help to help our environment get back up and running again,” Minister Scanlon said.

“From habitat protection, flora and fauna surveys, and monitoring and mapping to visitor education programs, track monitoring and maintenance – these 40-odd projects will lay the foundations for our national parks and forests to flourish for generations to come.”

Among projects in the far north: • Installation of Solar Power at Port Douglas SLSC Clubhouse; Amount allocated: $9,637.00 • Be CrocSafe Program (Port Douglas); Amount allocated: $105,000.00 • Douglas Arts Base (former National Bank Australasia) Conservation Management Plan (Mossman); Amount allocated: $12,500.00

• Provision of Legal Advice and Support to the North Qld community for the protection of North Qld ecosystems, including the Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics World Heritage Areas (Cairns North); Amount allocated: $65,000.00 • Indigenous Collaborative Management of Threatened Coastal Birds Project (Yarrabah); Amount allocated: $97,570.00 • Restoration Key Water and Habitat Linkage site, Wright’s Creek Stage 2;Amount allocated: $49,992.00 • Figtree Creek Wetlands and Conservation Corridors, Mulgrave River; Amount allocated: $25,000.00 • Paronella Cottage Roof refurbishment; Amount allocated: $40,000.00

Win for local Mitsubishi Electric IN EXCITING news for the local trades industry, Elements Air & Refrigeration has taken out the award for North Queensland’s Dealer of the Year on a national stage, personally awarded by Jeremy Needham, Managing Director, Mitsubishi Electric Australia.

Elements Air & Refrigeration took out the win at their annual Mitsubishi Electric Dia-

mond Dealer Awards Weekend.

“It’s an honour to have been awarded the North Queensland Dealer of the Year award,” Paul Allen, Owner of Elements Air & Refrigeration said.

“The success and spirit of our business is truly a testament to the strength of our team and the local community, who have supported us through the highs and lows of the last couple

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of years.

“Mitsubishi Electric provide a quality product and back our business with great support.

Being part of a strong partner network with Mitsubishi Electric Australia has given us opportunities to scale and grow and I am proud to be able to represent my local community, and put the spotlight on North Queensland.”

Empowering Workers AND CHANGING PERCEPTIONS

Infinite Age Care - Empowering their staff and changing perceptions

TO HELP change public perceptions of residential aged care, national provider, Infinite Care, have recently launched a new staff and community campaign designed to empower those who work in the aged care industry.

The campaign, titled ‘We Make Aged Care Great’, uses simple and impactful messaging designed to be catchy and prompt conversation and ignite curiosity.

Aimed at supporting positive perception of the aged care industry at large, Infinite Care welcome other aged care providers to join them to help promote aged care as a place that attracts workers who genuinely care about the positive difference they make to residents’ days.

Part of the campaign includes highlighting the real faces of aged care on their website under the title Humans of Infinite. Putting

the real faces to the frontline of aged care, and sharing the reasons they have come to work, and stay working, in aged care.

In an industry more heavily impacted by Covid and lockdowns than any other, one that is struggling across the board to secure a consistent and stable workforce, and one that endured a recent royal commission and heavy public scrutiny as a result, Infinite Care feel it is important to change public narrative in the sector.

Aged care workers are there for the love of the residents and those who stay in such a challenging industry are there for the right reasons.

The campaign will include rally-style launch events across all Infinite Care facilities nationally - including their three facilities in Cairns, at Edmonton, Edge Hill and Caravonica. Outdoor banners

and merchandise for staff to wear and use out in the community will also help spread awareness and prompt discussion.

Joint Managing Director, Chris Stride, said: “Aged Care is a wonderful place to work and is filled with many career options and growth for anyone thinking about a career in the sector.

For those that are contemplating care it is important that as a sector we rebuild community trust and know that most providers care beautifully for residents and remain passionate about the important role they play in those ageing and vulnerable in our community.

We hope that many will join us to share the good news stories and change the perception of our sector and the important role that aged care providers play in supporting the community.”

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L A V I T S E F FIRST IN THE SUN

Members of the Ellis Beach Life Saving Club 1962. Photograph courtesy Fred Mellick.

The first Coral Sea Festival in 1961.

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Miss Coral Sea Queen ca. 1970s.

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By Maria Larkins THE CORAL Sea Festival at Ellis Beach was the first organized event to celebrate “fun in the sun” for the whole family.

IT was concocted by three men: Fred Mellick from the Ellis Beach Lifesaving Club; new Kiosk operator, Dave Fisher; and the man behind Hanush Cordials, Harry Fitzgerald.

They saw the event as a mutually beneficial exercise to raise funds for the club, increase trade at the kiosk while also promoting the cordial brand.

The first festival included land and sea races

from Cairns to Ellis Beach. There was a cycle race, a boat race, lifesaving demonstrations, sandcastle competitions and a free concert on a trailer at the beach. A highlight, however, was the Miss Coral Sea Queen pageant. It attracted entrants from Cairns, Mossman, Mareeba, Townsville, Brisbane and even Melbourne.

Cairns local, Gay Laycock, won the title of Miss Coral Sea Queen in 1968. Laycock, who worked as a hairdresser, instructed the other girls how to comb and tease their hair in the “beehive” style. She recalled in “Our Club” the contestants had to parade along the groyne that year and

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they had to use a lot of hairspray to keep their beehives intact.

The “mock” beauty contest was also popular with male members of the club donning bikinis and wigs to amuse the crowd. In the 1970s additional fundraising efforts included a Kissing Booth and “greasy pig” chase.

By 1975 the Coral Sea Festival had become too big for the Ellis Beach location and Paula Winters became the 15th and final Miss Coral Sea Queen.

The Ellis Beach lifesavers and local beachgoers had no option but to join the party at Cairns.

The Cairns Tourist Festival was founded in 1962 by the Cairns Regional Council and was named “Fun in the Sun” in 1963. It had become a major tourist attraction and in 1972 a special promotional officer, Sean O’Hagan, was appointed to attract media attention for the 10 day event.

After several name changes it is now known as the Cairns Festival. This year it will run from Friday, August 26 to Sunday, September 4.

Sources: TROVE, “Our Club: The History of the Ellis Beach Surf Life Savings Club” by Carol Libke,https://bit.ly/3ogQzhe

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Volunteer Expo Connecting our community

A CHANCE for the public to connect with a range of volunteer-based community organisations will present itself at the Tanks this Sunday July 24.

The VEXPO is a community event that will showcase the range of opportunities available for Cairns people of all abilities and ages to join groups and build social connections around common interests.

The VEXPO will open new opportunities for all.

The groups represented at the VEXPO will have a valuable platform to promote themselves and showcase what they do and how they do it to across the community.

The 2022 VEXPO will feature over 30 social, cultural, ar-

tistic, recreational, and animal welfare not-for-profit groups at Tank 3, Collins Avenue Cairns.

The VEXPO will run in tandem with the established monthly market. Throughout the event there will be a diverse mix of activities and displays representing the contributions of many ordinary people doing extraordinary things within our community.

On the day: • Showcasing not for profit, volunteer-based community organisations • Recruitment of new volunteers and members • An opportunity to find out what is happening in our community and how we can make a difference in

people’s lives • Live Performances • Children’s activities- face painting, art, and craft & children’s corner People attending can join in the activities or talk with representatives from a wide variety of community groups. This will help prospective volunteers make informed decisions about groups they may be interested in joining.

Help us to help our community deliver a truly inclusive, friendly, and fun community event showcasing the richness and diversity of our clubs, groups, and not-for-profit organisations.

Dametto welcomes Weapons Licensing Branch improvements THE STATE Government’s $1.6m investment into the Weapons Licensing Branch is welcome news for sporting shooters, farmers and other firearm users who have been left in the lurch for far too long, said Katter’s Australian Party (KAP) Deputy Leader and Hinchinbrook MP, Nick Dametto.

The State Government has allocated $1.6m in the 2022-23 Budget to provide additional resources to deliver better services by streamlining processes and digesting records

at the Weapons Licensing Branch.

The Minister for Police and Corrective Services, Mark Ryan also stated that the funding would start the process for a new Weapons Licensing managing system, with work commencing this year.

Mr Dametto said he hoped the funding would relieve pressure on the Weapons Licensing Branch, with delayed weapons licence applications being one of the main complaints that his office receives.

“Weapons licence applications

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taking up to five months or longer to process is the new norm, due to staff shortages and delays with administration processes in the Weapons Licensing Branch,” Mr Dametto said.

“In regional Queensland, for a farmer, having a firearm is like a boilermaker having a grinder in his toolbox. These excessive wait times can be extremely frustrating for farmers who rely on a firearm to manage pests and protect their properties.”

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VEXPO VOLUNTEER EXPO

SUNDAY 24 JULY 2022 FNQ Volunteers Inc. is back with VEXPO (Volunteer Expo), a community event showcasing a range of Volunteer opportunities available in the Cairns region.

The 2022 VEXPO will feature over 30 social, cultural, animal welfare, recreational, and sporting not-for-profit groups that operate in Cairns.

TIME: 9.00am - 2.00pm COST: Free VENUE: Tank 3 TANKS ARTS CENTRE 46 Collins Avenue, EDGE HILL

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Friday July 22, 2022 @ 6:30pm - 9:30pm 2022 Astronomy Dinner Tours

Fri July 22, 2022 @ 6:30pm - 10:00pm Cabaret & Cocktails 2022 – The Reboot

Night Sky Secrets Astronomy Dinner Tours are conducted at the beautiful dark sky wilderness site 1hr from Cairns CBD (with Covid Safe Practices).

The tour begins with a meal shared at sunset, then under the stars we reveal hidden Nebula, Galaxies, Star Clusters & Planets with large aperture telescopes and a guided tour.

Book your tickets through Night Sky Secrets – Tours sell out fast so book early!

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Sat July 23, 2022 @ 7:30pm - 10:00pm Lisa Mitchell’s music is known to inspire emotional responses. Whether it’s the beguiling melodies and hushed folk-tones, like in the sublime “Pirouette”, or wrapped-up in subtle electro beats such as 2016’s “The Boys”, or the always-popular “Coin Laundry” and “Neapolitan Dreams”. But at its core, it’s Lisa’s pure, tender vocal that remains the focal point of her songs; suspending time like a delicious scent.

Cost: From $40.70 Book your tickets through Ticketlink

Sun July 24, 2022 @ 9:00am - 2:00pm

FNQ Volunteers Inc. is back with VEXPO (Volunteer Expo), a community event showcasing a range of Volunteer opportunities available in the Cairns region, for people of all abilities and ages to join groups and build social connections around common interests. There will be a children’s corner, performances, and live demonstrations throughout the day as well as a photographic exhibition on display and a diverse mix of activities for the public.

All are welcome to this exciting event. Cost: FREE

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RFDS Cairns Base Open Day – 50th Anniversary This year marks 50 years of our RFDS Cairns Base!

To say thank you to the Cairns community for helping us reach this milestone, we’re inviting you to celebrate at our free open day on Saturday July 23.

Cost: Free – Register to Attend For more information and to register, visit Royal Flying Doctor Service.

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It’s a little bit the same and a whole lot different… A Jazz and Comedy Cabaret to be enjoyed over dinner while sipping a cocktail! Live Jazz and Cocktails pre-show, followed by Dinner and a fabulous Jazz meets Comedy Cabaret.Tickets include a delicious main meal from the fabulous Coral Coast Catering.

Tue July 26, 2022 @ 11:30am - 2:00pm

Thu July 28, 2022 @ 9:00am - 4:30pm

Economic Forecast Luncheon at Shangri-La The Marina Businesses are experiencing increasing operating costs and labour shortages, yet tourism is bouncing back and a new Federal Government promises significant infrastructure investment across our region.

Malinen is a Cairns based artist who has been painting for over 20 years and whose works are held in private collections throughout the world.

This exhibition is of places and journeys in the Coral Sea that Leena photographed and painted on return to her studio. Most are in her preferred medium of oils along with a few acrylics,

Cost: $66 Members | $85 Non-Members Ticket Includes: Welcome Drink + Lunch.

Book your tickets through the Cairns Chamber of Commerce.

Cost: Free LAUNCH: 6pm Friday 29 July Info: leenamalinenartist.com

Search begins for next superstars of STEM

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A NATIONWIDE search has begun for Australia’s next constellation of Superstars of STEM - a game-changing initiative to advance gender equity by turning more diverse science experts into media stars.

Industry and Science Minister Ed Husic has launched the national talent search for the program, run by Science & Technology Australia and funded by the Australian Government.

“Australia needs to draw on the full diversity of our talent pool to deliver the next huge science and technology breakthroughs and galvanise STEM

gender equity to strengthen our skilled workforce,” Mr Husic said.

“Visible diverse role models in the media and in our schools send a powerful message to the next generations of diverse young Australians that there is a place for them in STEM. “Our Government is committed to supporting programs that equip Australian smarts with the skills to confidently communicate their research and be recognised for their work.”

Open to women and non-binary STEM professionals, the program has created 150 Superstars of STEM since

2017. Another 60 more Superstars will be chosen this round.

Science & Technology Australia CEO Misha Schubert said the program tangibly helped diverse young Australians to see themselves in science and technology careers.

“The program is transforming and challenging ideas about what a scientist looks like, turbo-charging gender equity in science, and giving more young Australians inspiring role models to encourage them into STEM studies and careers,” Ms Schubert said.

The Superstars of STEM program

has nurtured media stars such as health expert Dr Kudzai Kanhutu (now a regular on ABC’s The Drum), mask safety expert Dr Kate Cole (whose media work led to stronger safety checks on masks amid a pandemic), whale expert Dr Vanessa Pirotta (seen on a vast array of media) and Gamilaraay astrophysicist Karlie Noon (author of the new book Sky Country).

“Visible role models matter,” said Superstar of STEM Dr Cayt Rowe, a STEM research leader with Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG) in the Department of Defence.

“In its first few years, the Super-

stars of STEM program has started to powerfully boost the visibility of Australian women in science. It’s shown how building a media profile can turbo-charge careers, helping to secure leadership roles,” she added.

The next 60 Superstars of STEM will participate in the program for two years, starting in January 2023. Applications are open now and close on Sunday 14 August.

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Troppo Friday with Waha Grey, Lexi and Jordyn Cairns Cruising Yacht Squadron, 3:00pm Anais Campbell - Lunico Restaurant, Trinity Beach, 4:30pm SAX MAN Troy Stevens - O’Donnells Palm Cove, 6:00pm Ben Jansz - Elixir Music Bar, 6:00pm Caberet & Cocktails - Cairns Choral Society, 6:30pm Hot Ice - Cazalys, 6:30pm Bobby Maguire - Centrals Trinity Sporting Club, 7:30pm Janna Mercedes - Rattle n Hum, Palm Cove, 8:00pm Robertson Brothers Variety TV Show - CPAC Theatre, 8:00pm Mississippi Shakedown - Anthill Hotel, Mareeba, 8:00pm The Pratt/Price Collective - The Jazz Sanctuary, 8:00pm Fingerprint - Dunwoodys Tavern, 8:30pm Big Noise - Bar36 @ The Reef Hotel Casino, 9:00pm

Wind & Wood - Beach House @ Trinity, 4:00pm Anais Campbell - Salt House, 5:00pm Fingerprint Duo - Cazalys, 6:15pm Kim Settle and John Comrie - Atherton International Club, 6:30pm Caberet & Cocktails - Cairns Choral Society, 6:30pm Lisa Mitchell - Tanks Arts Centre, 6:30pm Ben Jansz - Elixir Music Bar, 6:30pm Lisa Mitchell - Tanks Arts Centre, 7:30pm White Rabbit - Red Beret Hotel, 8:00pm Big Noise - Bar36 @ The Reef Hotel Casino, 9:00pm

DjGlennW - Dundees at the Cairns Aquarium 11:30am Fingerprint Duo - Barron Falls Hotel, Kuranda 1:00pm Dazz & the Boyzz - The Celt 2:00pm Lexi and Al - The Beach House, Trinity Beach 2:00pm Carrizma - Garradunga Hotel 2:00pm SAX MAN Troy Stevens - Chill at Portofino Palm Cove 2:00pm Anais Campbell - Hidden@Yorkeys 3:00pm Kaweyova - O’Donnells Palm Cove, 4:00pm Caberet & Cocktails - Cairns Choral Society, 5:30pm Justin Wellington - Bar36 @ The Reef Hotel Casino, 7:30pm

Are you a venue or an artist that wants to be listed in the Gig Guide? Complete the form on www.cairnslocalnews.com.au/gig-guide to submit your gig each week to be listed in Friday’s paper.

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ACH year, Townsville-based Dancenorth embarks on a regional workshop tour, traveling to regional and remote areas in North and Far North Queensland, to deliver dance workshops to schools and community groups.

In 2021, that spanned 4,200km and 24 towns in North and Far North Queensland.

Sixty-seven workshops were facilitated for 1650 participants, from 39 school and community groups.

Each year we tour, our love for regional Queensland grows. This year we are thrilled to be extending our offer and bringing the worldclass Dancenorth Ensemble on the road with us. This year’s tour will include an outdoor performance, so that all members of the community can come together to experience and celebrate dance.

School students and community groups across Cairns and the Tablelands have been participating in dance and rhythm workshops this week with the Dancenorth Ensemble.

These are inspired by the company’s performance NOISE – a 15-minute explosion of rhythm, movement, colour

and energy. At the end of each week of local workshops, Dancenorth invites all participants – their families, friends and neighbours – to come along and share in a special experience of NOISE! Get ready to move your body and make some noise!

NOISE is a gathering, a united force of percussive energy and powerful dance designed to pull audience members into the present moment, to wholly captivate attention and energy. Join us as we celebrate community and togetherness anchored by our primal connection to rhythm.

School and community workshop participants are invited to be part of this special performance – and join in the drumming to support the dancers during the show.

This Saturday July 23 from 11:00am: Fogarty Park, The Esplanade Parklands, Cairns.

Arrive at 11:00am for a bit of a rehearsal before the performance at 12:00pm. Bring your homemade instrument – drum or shaker – pots, pans, empty pot plants – get creative!

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Lisa Mitchell ORDER IN playing her stellar new record in Cairns

THE MUCH-LOVED Australian artist Lisa Mitchell is touring her 2022 album, ‘A Place to Fall Apart,’ including a show at Tanks Arts Centre this weekend.

Mitchell’s music is known to inspire emotional responses.

Whether it’s the beguiling melodies and hushed folk-tones, like in the sublime “Pirouette”, or wrapped-up in subtle electro beats such as 2016’s “The Boys”, or the always-popular “Coin Laundry” and “Neapolitan Dreams”. But at its core, it’s Lisa’s pure, tender vocal that remains the focal point of her songs; suspending time like a delicious scent.

Lisa’s Platinum-certified debut album ‘Wonder’ (2009) peaked at #6 on the ARIA Albums Chart and was awarded the prestigious Australian Music Prize. Impressively, all three of Lisa’s albums to date have landed in the Top 10 of the ARIA Albums Chart, with 2012’s ‘Bless This Mess’ coming in at #7 and 2016’s ‘Warriors’ peaking at #9.

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Melbourne/Naarm’s marathon lockdown pressed pause on the recording of her fourth studio album, originally due out in early 2021.

But now it is almost complete and the songs are ready to be roadtested with her new band - bassist Jessie L. Warren (Hachiku, Half/ Cut) and drummer Kishore Ryan (Otouto, Kid Sam, Hexham).

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award-winning Innisfail singer/ songwriter Robert Cini will play his deeply melodic songs. Cini is recognised in his ability to infuse genres of folk, blues, soul, pop, rock and country, and accompany a truly unique aura on stage and ability to capture audiences with his powerful soulful voice and intuitive guitar playing.

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Comedian Barry Morgan

COMEDIAN Barry Morgan will provide the laughs at the Court House Gallery during Cairns Festival 2022.

Lie detectors with an audience, punk-disco talk shows about love, nightly live music and big laughs from a vintage safari-suit wearing organ salesman will transform the Court House Gallery into Cairns Festival’s HQ. For 10 days between Friday August 26 and Sunday September 4, a record 78 events, encompassing more than 1200 artists, are planned as part of Cairns Festival’s Diamond Jubilee celebrating arts and culture in the tropics.

The city’s newest arts and culture hub, the Court House Gallery, will be front and centre for all the action at next month’s Cairns Festival thanks to a heady combination of festival highlights at the venue released today.

From its vantage point in the city centre, its expansive front lawn, and light-filled gallery, exhibition and performance spaces, the Court House Gallery will host a program brimming with live music, award-winning theatre, rib-tickling comedy, and

an interactive audience-driven punk-disco talk show.

By day, festival-goers can wander through the ‘Cairns Festival Turns 60’ Exhibition (August 3– September 10). Housed within the historic Bailiffs and Barristers room, the exhibition comprises a collection of photographs and memorabilia encapsulating six decades of festivals past including a fascinating look back to the glory days of Cairns in the ‘60s, ‘70s and beyond.

In the Courtroom, once the spot where many a lie was surely told, will be the awardwinning social experiment, Truthmachine (September 1 - 4).

Here, audience participants get hooked up to a biometric lie detector, are interrogated in front of an audience, who then get to vote on whether it’s truth or lie.

This is the first ticketed event at the Court House, heralding its introduction into the Cairns arts, culture, and gallery collective.

By night, the Court House front lawn turns the volume up with a full line up of live artists including Lady Valiant, Ally Row, Kaweyova and Phat Earth Theory. With live music most nights, Festival HQ also hosts special guest appearances from

celebrity organ salesman, Barry Morgan with his one-man-show In The Organ Room Tonight (26 & 28 August). Barry and his vintage 1980s Hammond Aurora Classic will deliver hope and joy and plenty of laughs to audiences convinced they’re in a time warped Tuppaware Party - but with more a little more organ.

Love TV (September 1 – 4) is an audacious, sassy, and riveting public talk show with a punk disco edge. Enigmatic hostess, Aphrodite (played by Rebecca McIntosh) entices well-known celebrities, musicians, local heroes, and members of the local community into her mobile Hot PinK TV to be interviewed about their intimate stories and passions, or even to perform a love song. A DJ, an MC and the Love Wranglers bring the action out of the booth onto the street.

Alongside all the action at Festival HQ is a full program of events at iconic locations around the city. Head to the Cairns Festival website and social pages for the full line up of free and ticketed events.

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Music Festival final line up announced

Mackenzie Porter, Aurelle Brunjes and Amy Sheppard have been announced in the final line-up for Savannah In The Round this October in Mareeba.

WITH less than three months to go, Savannah in the Round has announced the final artists that will grace the stage when it comes to Mareeba on September 30 for three days of live music, entertainment and fun fair activities.

Joining headline act and global superstar Brad Paisley and a host of other well-known names will be country music star Mackenzie Porter and Aus-

sie pop diva Amy Sheppard.

Born in Canada and based in Nashville, Mackenzie will join the Savannah family and come to Australia for her first tour down under.

Savannah in the Round 2022 also welcomes raconteur, troubadour, balladeer and poet, Mick Thomas’ Roving Commission.

The additions don’t end there, with rising country mu-

sic star Amy Sheppard joining the fray.

Best known as co-lead singer of Australian pop megastars “Sheppard”, Amy recently made her foray into the country music world with her first solo song “Nothing But Wild” back in April, blowing audiences away.

Beloved FNQ indigenous outfit Black Image Band have also joined the bill, alongside

local independent country singer Aurelle Brunjes, foot stomping country-blues artist Big Pups, Tropical North Queensland artist Yazmindi, and the return of 2021 festival highlight, the Al Boulton Band.

The new additions to Savannah in the Round sit alongside an already massive line-up including the inimitable Jon Stevens, iconic folksters The Waifs, rock legend Tex Perkins

performing his critically acclaimed show “The Man in Black”, Aussie rock idol Shannon Noll, homegrown country boy Adam Brand, and “Absolutely Everybody’s” favourite pop-star Vanessa Amorosi.

Then there’s classic Aussie rockers like Richard Clapton, Ross Wilson, The Black Sorows and more, alongside all the country hitmakers of the moment like McAlister Kemp,

Rachael Fahim, Darlinghurst, South-bound, James Johnston, Kirsty Lee Akers, The Bucleys and Blake O’Connor.

Savannah in the Round will again descend on the Mareeba Rodeo Arena from 30 September to 2 October for three days.

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You can meet new and exciting friends who will provide mental stimulation. Don’t depend on coworkers to help; they may only hold you back. You will meet potential new mates through friends or relatives. You need to concentrate on solving existing problems.

Don’t hesitate to sign up for lectures or seminars that will enlighten you.

Lovers may prove unworthy of your affection. Money problems will get worse if your partner hasn’t been playing by the rules. You can meet a new romantic partner by going out and entertaining yourself.

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Sudden changes in your financial situation are likely.

Try spending the day catching up on any responsibilities that need to be taken care of. Be discreet about any information you uncover. Erratic behaviour at home may be hard to handle. If you can include them in your plans, do so.

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Red tape could be impossible to clear up this week. You could make extra cash through creative hobbies.

Hard work will bring rewards. Past partners may try to come back into your life.

Don’t be too quick to judge your position or surroundings at work.

Someone may try to damage your reputation. Compromise may be necessary. Use your charm, but don’t be phony.

Don’t give up what you have until you know what you’re getting.

You can meet a new someone special if you get out and socialize.

Resistance leading to conflict will only make it twice as hard to turn the situation around. Your creative imagination will create unique ideas.

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You will have the stamina and the know how to raise your earning power. Don’t let your personal partner hold you back or slow you down. Don’t count on your friends to be loyal when it comes to doing things. Focus on getting together with friends or relatives.

Female colleagues may be able to help you get the job done. Your concern with gthe elderly and the less fortunate will add to your attractiveness. You may be angry if someone tries to take credit for something you did. Relationships will become stronger.

Cultural activities open your eyes to new ways of doing things. You can make headway in the workforce if you put your mind to it. Take the time to help those less fortunate.

Don’t torment yourself. Disharmony in the home will be extremely stressful.

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CAIRNS REGION RENTAL RISES REAL ESTATE CONFIRMED AMONG HIGHEST

By David Gardiner

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EEKLY rentals have risen dramatically in the Cairns and surrounding regions over the past year, confirming what many renters already know.

Worldwide real estate advertising company REA Group Ltd’s latest ‘PropTrack’ report shows in the Cairns region – the most dramatic increase in 12 months has occurred in the suburb of Bentley Park, where the median rent for a unit is now $468 per week – a 41.67% increase.

Cairns is one of the country’s highest rental rise regions.

A unit in Mission Beach has jumped up to a median of $400pw, up 40.35%, while at Edge Hill, the median unit rental is $350, climbing 16.67% over a year.

House rentals Cairns City’s neighbouring areas, the Tablelands and Cassowary Coast have also risen significantly, for example in Tolga – where the median rent on a house is now $460, up 35.29%. At Kurrimine Beach a house rents (median) for $385 and at South Mission Beach, expect to pay around the $530pw mark – a 12 month rise of 19.1%.

According to the report regional areas across the country have been hardest hit, with a national median rental increase of 11.4 per cent – although the Cairns region rises have easily outstripped the national average. PropTrack Director of

volume of sales from investors and the re-opened borders are likely encouraging landlords to move their properties from the long-term to short-term rental markets, further reducing supply.

“The ultimate solution to the tightness of the rental market is more rental properties. Increased investor purchasing is addressing this, but it will take some time to ease the existing pressure.

“Federal and state governments continue to offer incentives to first-home buyers. With property prices falling and rents rising, this may encourage some to move from renting to ownership.

“Over time this may ease some of the rental supply pressures, but it is likely to mostly be offset by the return of arrivals from overseas, most of whom seek rental accommodation on arrival.”

Economic Research and report author, Cameron Kusher, said: “Following heightened demand for rental properties from the start of the pandemic, competition in the rental market continued to heat up over the second quarter of 2022.

“Overall, the rental market is currently extremely tight, with many people looking for rental properties at a time in which the supply remains insufficient. It appears unlikely that relief is on the way any time soon,” he said.

“With overseas and interstate migration returning with borders now re-opened, it seems likely that rental conditions will tighten further over the coming months.

“While investor borrowing as a share of total lending is increasing, we’re still seeing a heightened REGION

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SPORT Far North QLD Premier League Action Heats up this weekend THE FOOTBALL Queensland - Far North - QLD Premier League in both the men’s and ladies’ competitions are getting to the pointy end of the season and all roads this weekend lead to the Leichhardt Lions home ground on Saturday night at White Rock.

The Leichhardt Lions host

TFNQDBA BOWLS TFNQDBA Bowls. Pennant 2022. The winners of System 1 (ATBC) Mareeba Div 1 & Herberton Div 2 will play the winners of the System 2 FNQBC Div 1 Edge Hill and Div 2 West Cairns at Mossman on the 7th August. System 2 FNBC Innisfail Div 3 will play off against Edge Hill Memorial Div 3 for the overall Div 3 District Pennant winner at Babinda on 23rd July commencing at 1 p.m. Champion of Club Champions Fours to be played at Mareeba 23rd and 24th July and Pairs at Mossman 30th and 31st July. The 8 a Side District Competition round 3 at various clubs on 24th July.

MOSSMAN LADIES’ BOWLS Sunday July 10th Sunday Mixed Social bowls: Winners: Christine Rowbury, Honey C, and Anita McCoist. Thursday July 14th Meeting Day: Winners: Maree Crees and Jan White; R/ups: Janice Brlyack, Barbara May, Joan Day and Carole Maxted. Raffle winner: Pauline Lightfoot. This month’s birthday cake was enjoyed at our tea break. Ladies, look to the board, as Malanda are having their festival - please put your names in. Any ladies wishing to learn to play bowls, there is free coaching available.

For more information contact Carole Maxted: caroles44bb@ dodo.com.au or 0400 954 537, or Mossman Bowls Club: 4098 1434.

MOSSMAN MEN’S BOWLS Saturday July 16th: 32 Bowlers for Jackpot Bowls: Eric Smith,Bill Allison draw against Malachy McTaggart, Gordon Henderson 23-23; in the Club Championship

the Edge Hill Tigers in both the Men’s and Women’s QPL competition, with both matches possibly being premiership deciders, with the outcomes of this weekend’s games possibly spelling the end of the premiership race for the Edge Hill Tigers who are both defending champions, and could go a

Triples, Gerrard Beech, Kelvin Cunningham, Terry Richards (sub for David White) def Dave Blain, SAS, Nev Fletcher 21-18; Steve Cue, Ray Prain, Nev Tesch def Mick Plummer, Doug Pitt, Jim Geddes 25-17; Chris Payne, Richard Anderson, Col Johnson def Col Widdows, Troy Churchill, Arthur Pritchard 25-12; Bill Smith, Peter Gorsuch def Charlie Toohey, Peter Worley 37-21; and the winners for the day, Bernie Wolland, David Turnbull, Wayne Parkes def Peter Fairchild, Gary Watts, Derek Franklin 27-10. Sunday July 17th Club Championship Handicap Singles: Bruce Lester (-5) def Gerrard Beech (-5) 25-14. Please note. No Club Championship games this weekend. The next Social Bowls will be held this Thursday July 21st from 5:30pm (names in by 5:00pm) at a cost of $10 per person. Cost includes a sausage sizzle after the game (8:00pm) and the chance to win a $50.00 meat tray from Mossman Butchers. To register ring the Club on 4098 1434.

Social Bowls now held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month and open to all members, non-members and beginners wishing to try bowls for the first time. Jackpot Bowls this Saturday names in by 12:00pm with card call at 12:45pm for a 1:00pm start. Anyone interested in playing bowls, either for the first time or returning to the game, contact David White on 0407 630 759. Follow Mossman Bowls Club Men’s Section on Facebook.

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long way for the Lions to claim a possible double men’s and ladies’ premiership.

Saturday night at the Lions Den at White Rock: 5pm QPL Womens - Leichhardt Lions V Edge Hill Tigers 7pm QPL Mens - Leichhardt Lions v Edge Hill Tigers

day. Tuesday Comp Winners: Royston, Rick Radigna and Larry Mills 25pts; R/up: Mike Ireland, Des Kennedy and J. Duffield on + 18pts. Thirsty Thursday Best Players: Keith McLeod, Julie Arena and Dawn Evans. Sunday Morning Winners: Craig, Tye and Scotty Cal on 23pts; R/up: Royston, Chris Ballantine and John Bent on 19pts. Money back team was Jimmy Duffield team; jackpot was not won (+3).

Club Championship “A” (1) Singles: Maurie Hetherton 28pts def Wally Edwards 19pts; (2) Glen Donovan 26pts def Boris Mlikota 10pts. “A” Pairs Final: Scotty Cal and Alby Radford 26pts def B Mlikota and Ash White 14pts; “B” singles semi-finals: (1) Ted Hamilton 26pts def Greg Stanley 16 pts; (2) Mike Lynch 28 pts def N Mallyon 11pts. Pennants Div 2: West Cairns Champion team will now play the Tablelands division champion team for the chance to represent the district at the next level. Please check the board for names for A singles and Triples to be played in the following weeks. Ensure that Helen knows any games that need to be programmed.

WEST CAIRNS TPI MEMORIAL BOWLS CLUB Two visitors from Hervey Bay joined sixteen of our regular players last Monday afternoon to enjoy social noncompetitive bowls under the West Cairns covered green.

Winners decided after the game were the team led by Dave Nicholls and supported by Val Fallon and Len Kensdale. Everybody enjoyed the opportunity to play for the three hours commencing at 1:30pm and ending at 4:30pm with cards drawn

at 1:15pm, when the opportunity is available to win a small cash prize by having the lucky playing card that is drawn.

Afternoon tea is also provided as part of the green fee and cold drinks are available for purchase. After completion of play a team card is also drawn and the winners awarded with a small prize. We request that any registered players who wish to join us do so by contacting our selector Rosemary on 0409 624 623, who can also give any information visitors may require.

Our players have the reputation to make visitors from all areas including overseas welcome.

We look forward to meeting you soon.

GORDONVALE BOWLS Wednesday Social Bowls at 1:00pm - New players welcome. August 10th Ladies Pyramid Fours: Nominations to admin@gordonvalebowls.com. au or 0418 935 365. Thursday Club Selected 3 Bowl Triples: names by 12:30pm for 1:00pm start. Winners from last week: G Smith & J Rilley; R/up: R Moody & A Quinn; Raffle Winner: V Black.

Nominations are open for our 2 Major Events for the year: Open Fours on Saturday August 13th, Sponsored by MSF Sugar & Gordonvale Bowls. Saturday August 27th Open Triples Sponsored by Gilboy Hydraulic Solutions. Good Prize money on offer on both days. Club Phone 4056 1050.

BROTHERS EDMONTON Ladies Section: Congratulations to the Northern Challenge Runnersup Reef team and a great effort by the Rain Forrest team ladies representing the district. Coming events: Monday July 25th – Friday 29th: Ladies Champion of Champions. There will be no social bowls on Thursday.

Men’s Section.

Results: Wednesday July 13th Winners: Kevin Richardson, Rob Moody, Don Lawton; R/up: Trevor Johnson, Stuart Mann, Andre Buck; 3rd: Mick Bucklar, Allan Quinn, John Populin. Saturday July 16th Men’s Classic (Day 1): Winner: team Ben Cribbin; R/up: team David Goode; 3rd team Peter Hamilton. Sunday July 17th (Day 2): Winner: team David Goode; R/up: team Peter Hamilton; 3rd: Team Kevin Holden.

Coming Events: Saturday July 23rd: Mixed Mufti 3 Bowl triples, club select skips pick a card, visitors welcome, cash prizes plus jackpot. Nominations close at 11:30am for play at 12:30pm; contact office on 4055 5344 and leave a message.

Champion of Club Champions Men’s Fours: Joe Jackson, John Blain, Rob Morris, Garry Davies all the best for the finals this weekend. Sunday July 24th “8-a-side” at Marlin Coast: 1:00pm Brothers Edmonton vs Edge Hill. There will be no Men’s bowls this Wednesday July 27th due to Ladies Cham-

pion of Champions.

MAREEBA BOWLS CLUB Wednesday July 13th Club selected fours: Winners: New member Lorraine Argent, 3 visitors, Graham Percy, Laurie, Neil. Thursday July 14th: 4 bowl Jackpot pairs self-selected: Winners: Barry Lynne, Sue Soda +19; R/up: Mario Battistin, Mose Favaro +14. Best second game Raewyn Keddie, John Burns. Jackpot Graham Percy, Pauline Brown.

Sunday July 17th: Paddle pop triples sponsored by June/ July birthdays: Winners: Brian Fitzpatrick, Rose Parry, Visitor Brenda; R/up: Peter Soda, Norma Gray, Neil Vogler.

Tuesday night barefoot bowls postponed until further notice.

Play under the shade on our carpet green for perfect bowling conditions. For information and nominations ph 4092 5288.

Good bowling everyone.

MARLIN COAST BOWLS CLUB Tuesday Afternoon Men’s Triples: Winners: B Jackman, N Smith, S Pitt; R/up: Neil, Laurie, Des. Tuesday Night Bowls: Spider: Angie, Paper, Sharnii, Jen, Marco, Simon, Barry, Dennis. Wednesday Mixed Bowls: Winner: G Andersen, B Gillman, J Jenner; R/up:P Sorenson, R Westhan, N Curran. Thursday Men’s Triples: First: R Blake, G Andreatta, N Robson, Second: Bob, Laurie, Des. Saturday afternoon Walking Pairs: Winners of Winners: E Parkes, G Andersen; Winners of Losers: Y Best, M Kennon.

Club Championships: Open Singles second round: R Gillman def S Vidgen; N Robson def D Grummitt; C Thompson def C Twigger. Next round this Friday starting at 5:30pm. All bowlers, non-bowlers and tourists welcome. Bowls available for free ph 4057 6931. Note: All social games played, cards are called 15 minutes before start. Club championships to be played: Check boards for play by dates for Championship games. Like us on Facebook.

Special Events: Raffles Friday night also trivia; Ladies AGM July 20th 11:00am, nomination sheets out; Men’s AGM 21st July 5:30pm, nomination sheets out; Board AGM 7th August 10:00am, nomination sheets out.

ATHERTON GOLF CLUB Congratulations to Amber Barker for taking another FNQ WOMENS OPEN CHAMPION. Overall A Grade nett Winner, and daily A Grade nett Winner: Robin Beck. In the winning circle as well were, Jacquie Lambert, Sam Duck and Gaye Steventon. Lucky door prize kindly donated

by Dundees Restaurant: Dee Jierasak. Overall a great weekend in Mareeba, thanks to the FNQWG. Anderson’s Flooring & Window Saturday player of the year update: Leader: Dan Ardley 266 pts; R/up: Dave Morrison

210 pts; 3rd: Kenleigh Mather 200 pts; and Bob Stoward 198, John Dunne 194 and a few others catching up.

Wednesday Sporters July 13th: Another great field of 34 players: Winner: Paul Nasser 26 pts; R/up: Chris McClarty 25 pts; 3rd Dean Scrivener 24 pts. NTPs 3 Stevo, 11 Disco, 18 Scrivo. Least putts: Disco 15.

Wednesday’s Carrington Hotel Medley stableford was won by Glyn Ford with 39 points from Chris De Mamiel on 33 points. NTP 9 Phil Henricks, 11 Bob Stoward.

Thursday July 14th: thirteen ladies travelled to Cairns for Interclub. A Grade Winner: Michelle Pearsall 41pts (with an eagle on 6); C Grade 3rd: Gaye Steventon. Atherton are still on top of the ladder being chased

by HMB. The Meg Nunn team was announced and includes 5 Atherton Ladies - Amber Barker, Alicia English, Jacquie Lambert, Sam Duck and Robin Beck. Also on the team is Marion Wright from HMB and reserves are Shelley Broadley from Atherton and Erina Williams from Cairns GC. Congratulations Girls and we wish you all the very best in training and your trip to Toowoomba in September.

At home in Atherton on Thursday July 14th: ten ladies played a stableford: Winner: Annette Seawright 38pts; R/up: Wendy Vitali.

Friday July 15th: Chook run: Winner Tim Lambert 14 pts on countback; R/up: Craig Withers; 3rd: Andrew Taske 12 pts on countback from 4 others.

Saturday July 16th: Many thanks to the Tableland Police Golfers Social Club for Sponsorship of a 2 Ball Aggregate Stableford. Winners of the day were Father and Son duo Roger and Brendan Twine on 69 pts; R/up: Bulla McCkarty and Al Poggioli 68 pts; 3rd: Stevo and Bill Denmark 67 pts on countback from Chris Mc Clarty and Rob Tomo. NTPs: 3 C McClarty, 9 M Baillie, 11 G.Tomo,18 R Lampert.

Saturday Ladies 4BBB stableford draw also sponsored

by TPGSC with many thanks!

Winners: Sandra Watson and Marea Mead 43 pts; R/up: Heather Beaven and Lisa Lowres with 41 pts; 3rd: Shelley Broadley and Gaye Steventon with 40 pts. Pin shots: 9 Liz Brown and 18 Kerry Williamson.

Next Saturday is a stroke: Harold Nasser Memorial Shield sponsored by the BV Hotel Atherton.

Ladies, are you interested in learning to play golf. Atherton Ladies is having a coaching clinic on August 14th at 12:30pm. Luke Newman will be coming up and there is a possibility the clinic will be sponsored, so no cost to you.

Please call the Atherton golf club on 4091 1283 and register.

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E-bikes tackle Port Douglas

GRAN FONDO BIG RIDE

By David Gardiner E-BIKES will be permitted along with hundreds of other regular road and mountain bikes in one of the events of the first ever Port Douglas Gran Fondo bike ride this September.

Gran Fondos - meaning ‘big ride’ in Italian - are mass participation cycling events that have enjoyed a huge amount of popularity in Europe for decades, and are now increasingly spreading around the world.

The main events between Palm Cove and Port Douglas include the major ride – the 136km Gran Fondo, 100km Gran Fondo and 48km Medio Fondo.

The three-day festival, from September 9-11, is the first bike riding festival of its kind in the region and in case regular bikes on long rides might be too daunting for some, e-bikes are also okay.

“An e-bike just helps you get there a little easier, up the hills,” Connect Sport Australia Managing Director Bade Stapleton said.

“We wanted to make it more accessible to more people so we’ve included the e-bikes in the 48-kilometre Medio Fondo version so we can have more people on bikes and more people out there enjoying it.”

Organisers said there are hundreds of registrations already in for the events and they include riders, and their families, from all over Australia. They expect up to 1,000 participants for the inaugural rides with growth by the hundreds each

year onward.

The 136km and 100km Gran Fondo are the “more serious” courses, and the 48km Medio Fondo (Medium Ride) will be held on Sunday September 11.

These rides will be timed but are not a race, so riders can choose to challenge themselves for a best time, or take the time to soak in the beautiful surroundings.

The Port Douglas Gran Fondo courses will take in Great Barrier Reef Drive between Port Douglas and Palm Cove. The road will be fully closed to traffic to allow for the rides.

Other events across the Festival weekend include a ‘Criterium’, a Sprint, Choo Choos free family Ride, a superyacht marina festivalexpo, and local live music.

The event’s ambassador, Mark Beretta said: “The Port Douglas Gran Fondo Festival will be an incredible event that will capture the imagination of people from all over and bring them in to experience the region.

“I’ve ridden through Tropical North Queensland a number of times on our Tour de Cure charity rides and the region blows me away with its beauty. But I’ve never been able to get on Great Barrier Reef Drive that hugs the coast. This is one of the most awesome events I’ve ever been involved with and I’m proud to be telling everyone about.”

Paula Richardon (L) and Liz Barker will be taking their e-bikes in the Gran Fondo

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The Great Pyramid Race 2022 2021 Great Pyramid Race runners in action

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By David Gardiner UP TO 6,000 people including race competitors, spectators, their families and friends, and the general public are expected to turn out to enjoy the endurance race gaining growing attention around the country – the Great Pyramid Race at Walsh’s Pyramid early next month.

The 12-kilometre race will be held in conjunction with a major market day in Gordonvale.

The unique event is known as a competitive, gruelling race that many keen runners from the Cairns region, other parts of Queensland and interstate, have on their bucket list.

“A very tough race, like no other that they compete in,” organiser Renee Edwards said.

With two weeks to go, registration for the Great

Pyramid Race is about 60 per cent sold. Entries close earlier this year – at the end of July.

“We’ve got people coming from all over Australia – WA, South Australia, Victoria.

“Competitors say it’s such a community event and they have encouragement all the way along the track until the finish line”.

In its 62nd year, six events will be staged, plus four ‘dash for cash’ races. The main race up Walsh’s Pyramid starts at 8am.

Pop up stalls, entertainment and music, cultural and craft events, children’s activities, rides and amusements as a community event for Gordonvale and surrounding areas will also be held on the day, an event that has grown every year since its inception in 1959.

There will also be a small selection of stalls associated with health and fitness, healthy food op-

tions, and a few activities to keep kids and families entertained while awaiting the return of family and friends competing in events.

For full details go tohttps://bit.ly/3v2PNrU Course details Date: Saturday August 06, 2022 Race Start Time: 8:00 am Check-in: 6:30 am – 7:30 am Race Briefing: 7:45 am in the Runners Tent Time Limit: Athletes must be at the halfway point up the height of the pyramid within 1 hour 15 mins of the start time.

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