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THE OFFICIAL Opening of CrocArena at Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas was a major success this morning, with Federal Member for Leichhardt the Hon Warren Entsch and Federal Minister for Employment, Workforce, Skills, Small and Family Business the Hon Stuart Robert memorably taking the plunge with a “Swim With The Salties” experience.

The new facility is a fully covered, all-weather area with seating for around 300 people, allowing for clear elevated viewing of the CrocArena pools.

Also featuring a unique underwater viewing space, CrocArena allows park visitors an opportunity to witness nature’s apex predator, the Estuarine Crocodile, from the perspective of potential prey and stay dry at the same time.

Presentations at CrocArena are included in the park’s general admission price, with the opportunity to “Swim With The Salties” available at an additional cost.

Two huge Crocodiles, Big Al and Digger, have been safely transferred to Wildlife Habitat from Australia Zoo and are ready to sink their teeth into their new role, as stars of the experience, with a third Crocodile, Ton, joining them soon.

The one-of-a-kind attraction has been a long time

in the making, initially conceptualised by founder of the CaPTA Group, the late Charles Woodward, prior to his passing over 4 years ago.

Since then, the project took on a life of its own, with many different concepts and challenges, eventually being made possible with funding and support from both federal and state governments.

The Hon Federal Member for Leichhardt Warren Entsch was clearly elated

with the experience.

“It is a wonderful experience, it is certainly worth taking the opportunity, because you are very close to a very large animal here. Once he settles in, it is going to make it a magnificent attraction here and a great experience” he said.

The opening proceedings also included a message from State Assistant Minister for Tourism Industry Development, The Hon Michael

Healy MP, who was unable to attend. He congratulated the CaPTA Group and all the staff for being successful in securing growing tourism infrastructure grants.

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Wallaman Falls Warrgamay Country – Image courtesy: Wet Tropics Images – Steven Nowakowski

Eco tourism focus for the Wet Tropics THE Wet Tropics Management Authority this week unveiled their Sustainable Tourism Plan for the future of eco-tourism here in the region.

and cultural assets, and move towards a sustainable and resilient future,” Ms Shirreffs said.

The plan is underpinned by a desire to convert visitors into advocates, dedicated to the protection of the regions natural and cultural attractions, building a lasting and sustainable future for both the industry and the attractions.

The Plan was launched at a newly developed ecotourism site at Hills Creek, East Trinity run by the Mandingalbay Ancient Indigenous Tours.

The Federal Minister for the Environment, the Honourable Sussan Ley said the Plan provided a clear line of sight for sustainable tourism activities in the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area over the next ten years.

Development of the Plan was funded by the Federal Government through its Australian Heritage Grants Program.

“Tourism is critical to the economic health of the Wet Tropics region. However, the health of this unique World Heritage Area is also paramount. A plan that ensures development of sustainable tourism experiences to sup-

Plan (Cover) North Johnstone River – Mamu Country – Image courtesy: Wet Tropics Images – Steven Nowakowski. port the community and the economy is vital,” Minister Ley said.

pest incursions, as well as the impacts of a global pandemic,” she said.

“The goals, strategies and actions in this Plan outline ways to create sustainable tourism solutions in the Wet Tropics—there are opportunities for new experiences, and ways to build on existing ones. These are critical to ensure this industry grows from strength to strength,” she said.

“I recognise that during the past 18 months our tourism industry has weathered incredibly tough times, However, despite this, the industry has shown strength and resilience. This Plan will help better position the region’s tourism industry for the future, while ensuring the Outstanding Universal Value of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area is sustained, rehabilitated, and enjoyed for generations to come.

Chair of the Authority, Leslie Shirreffs PSM, said the Plan was very timely.

“Right now, both this globally significant biodiverse place and the communities it supports are facing challenges, including changing climate, species in decline and

“The Plan will provide a platform from which we can all work together to turn visitors into advocates, protect and conserve our natural

Dale Mundraby, a Mandingalbay Yidinji Traditional Owner and Executive Director of Djunbunji Ltd, Mandigalbay Yidinji Aboriginal Corporation, said the Plan’s inclusion of the aspirations of Rainforest Aboriginal Peoples and the intention to incorporate respect for Country and people is a significant milestone in building a more equitable and inclusive future.

Mr Mundraby said: “What the Mandingalbay Yidinji people need are opportunities that allow them to become part of the tourism industry and this Plan will provide an inclusive framework to facilitate this.

“We need to develop an intergenerational cultural economy, such as what we are doing with Mandingalbay Ancient Indigenous Tours. This eco cultural business has been created and run by our community, for our community and will create long term, ongoing opportunities for us while enriching the lives of everyone who comes to this amazing part of the world.”

Volunteers gather in readiness for the annual cleanup VOLUNTEERS gathered at Kukujum (Ellie Point) on Saturday morning as part of the Great Northern Clean-up and World Clean-up Day. The 48 volunteers armed with gloves, hats and hessian sacks collected a total of 320kg of rubbish washed up in mangroves and the beach.

Cairns Airport’s partnerships with Parley and the Yirrganydji Land and Sea Rangers now in its fourth year has seen more than 6 tonnes of rubbish collected from community clean-ups at Dungarra (Redden Island) and Kukujum (Ellie Point).

General Manager of Infrastructure and Property at Cairns Airport Alan Dugan said the three-way partnership between Cairns Airport, Yirrganydji Land and Sea Rangers and Parley was an important one not only for the Airport but for the care and conservation of the waterways and the Reef.

“It’s so encouraging to see community volunteers and local organisations such as the Wet Tropics Healthy Waterways Partnership and the Cairns and Far North Environment Centre play a part in these clean-up efforts and it’s a great testament to what can be achieved by working together.”

“Over the past four years Cairns Airport through its partnership with Yirrganydji Sea Rangers and Parley has done 21 clean-ups involving

more than 550 volunteers and collected 6 tonnes of waste. That’s a tremendous effort.”

“Cairns Airport sits between two World Heritage regions and it’s important to us that we are a positive force for good in both of these fragile ecosystems. Regular clean-ups are important to ensure we’re doing what we can to protect the marine life of the Great Barrier Reef” Mr Dugan said.

Brian Singleton Yirrganydji Senior Ranger from the Yirrganydji Indigenous Land and Sea Rangers said that Kukujum was a culturally and environmentally significant area, reminding volunteers of the original custodians who gathered on the land for many years.

“We’re really pleased to be working with Cairns Airport and Parley caring for country and we welcome the great support of volunteers to keep this place clean.”

“The site is home to echidnas, nesting shorebirds, migratory waders, goannas, wallabies, bandicoots, and breeding ground for most of the fish found on the Great Barrier Reef” Mr Singleton said.

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STATE Member for Hill Shane Knuth has spoken openly and passionately about his disgust at the forced abandonment

by Queensland Dairy Organisation (QDO) of their Fair Go Dairy logo.

The logo was an initiative to allow consumers to be able to identify which milk sold in supermarkets, offered a fair farm gate price back to Dairy Farmers.

However, QDO, in a statement released today, have been forced to scrap the logo, due to the exhaustion of funds fighting legal battles and challenges from processors and other retail stakeholders to stop the release of the logo.

“Prior to deregulation of the industry in 2000 we had more than 270 dairy farms on the Atherton Tablelands alone,” Mr Knuth said.

“Now we have less than 50. In Queensland there were 1,500 farms, which has now fallen to well below 300.

“The logo wasn’t the solution to the problem, but it was a step forward in helping our dairy farmers who are disappearing at an alarming rate in Queensland.”

Mr Knuth has been a huge supporter of the industry, introducing the Fair Milk Logo in 2013 and the Fair Milk Price Logo Bill in 2016, which both major parties voted against.

However, after constant lobbying by Mr Knuth the current

government acknowledged that a logo to identify milk sold in supermarkets which provides a fair price to farmers was a good idea and an effective way to help dairy farmers.

“I have been a huge supporter of the initiative and assisted QDO in securing funding from the State Government towards the design and release of the logo, however the challenges through the ACCC, appeals and legal proceedings have now exhausted those funds completely.”

Mr Knuth said the ACCC originally cleared the logo for release despite initial resistance from supermarkets and processors.

“The latest challenge from the Australian Dairy Products Federation (ADPF) is an absolute disgrace,” he said.

“What are they afraid of? If processors and supermarkets are doing the right thing then why are they stopping this simple initiative?

“It is very clear they do not want any form of transparency shown to consumers to allow them to support those milk products sold on shelves, which pay a fair price directly to dairy farmers.

“This is what big business do, they will hold up the release of initiatives by tying it up in legal proceedings for as long as possible, until smaller organisations cannot afford to continue to fight.

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THE Cairns Food and Wine Festival is set to be the ‘killer’ event on the social calendar next month with the announcement their headline act for the Saturday night Festival.

Australian and International act, Killer Queen is set to rock Munro Martin Parklands, along with a host of other local and national artists.

Lead singer John Blunt, original member, and Freddie Mercury Impersonator for over 15 years, has toured and appeared in the ITV Channel 5 UK Docu/ Drama “The Freddie Mercury Story – Who Wants to Live Forever” a detailed look into the personal life and death (45 years old in 1991) of Queen’s Front man, screening in the UK, Europe and North America in 2016.

John’s resemblance to Freddie Mercury is uncanny, appearing Live to 7 million viewers on the French television show- “Qui Sera Le Meilleur Sosie? “- “Who Will Be The Best Impersonator”.

Killer Queen have taken their show to such places as the UK, Norway, Singapore, India and shared the bill with the likes of Jeff Beck, Foreigner, Journey, Twisted Sister, Thin Lizzy and Kelly Rowland. In May 2019 Killer Queen performed in Russia for the first time.

Joining Killer Queen on the Munro Martin Parklands stage will be a host of acts including: Tony George and his Nearly Diamond Tribute Show, Glenn Symons and his Tribute to Tom Petty along with Cairns locals, Hot Ice. The Cairns Food & Wine Festival is Cairns’ premier food and wine event for 2021 and will include an array of local food vendors hand selected from some of Cairns leading restaurants and caterers and multiple bars serving wines from around Australia and craft beers.

The festival can be experienced in three ways including taking in all the food vendors, bars and entertainment with general admission with unallocated seat and picnic areas, premium admission which includes general admission plus a reserved seat for the duration of the event on the tiered amphitheatre of MMP and access to the premium area bar, or finally enjoy a five course dinner by Ochre Restaurant paired with Australian Wines by Grant Burge with general admission prior to the dinner service and access to the VIP area to see the night out.

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Members of the WTF Cardiac Challenge Team with FNQ Hospital Foundation CEO Tony Williamson.

FROM PAGE 1 ONE single team in the QSuper Cardiac Challenge 2021 has raised more than a sixth of the overall total.

Team WTF (which stands for Where’s the Finish) has raised more than $65,000 and are well on their way to their $70,000 goal.

Team captain Rhonda Coghlan instigated the team six years ago with friend Helena Blumm, as they were starting to get into cycling fitness.

“It was early in the year, Helena suggested we ride in the Cardiac Challenge and so with another friend, that’s what we did. Since then the team has waxed and waned a bit, it’s always been hospitality based, but this year we have 13 riders, and half as many supporting us,” Mrs Coghlan said.

The team is comprised of other restaurant owners, family members and friends who are all working towards the common goal.

“We’re very fortunate to have two particularly competitive people in the team, namely John Piccone and Kieran O’Connor who are both very driven and of course that’s

what helps drive the fundraising,” Mrs Coghlan said.

“For me personally, my husband has a problem with a cardiac valve and my father-in-law died of a massive heart attack at the age of 60. We all have stories about heart disease. But do you know the one thing that brings me back to this year after year, is that the Far North Queensland Hospital Foundation is the only charity I know of, where every cent donated goes where it’s intended and that’s because of the Foundation’s commercial activities. It’s an amazing model and I just love it,” she said.

Funds raised from this year’s QSuper Cardiac Challenge will go towards a ventilator for cardiology, a lung function testing system and an endobronchial ultrasound system for respiratory.

Hosted by the Far North Queensland Hospital Foundation, the QSuper Cardiac Challenge is a three - day bike ride where the community rallies together to ride the 333 kilometres from Cairns to Cooktown in September.

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“We love seeing the money pour into the fundraising website. The beauty of the Foundation and these events, is that their commercial operations, sponsorship and registration fees cover all our costs which means every cent donated goes where it’s intended.

QSuper Chief Executive Officer Michael Pennisi said “QSuper is committed to investing in initiatives which create long-term benefits for Queenslanders. QSuper looks after the retirement savings of many Department of Health employees in the state’s far north and we are proud to support an initiative that helps our members working in cardiac health provide state-of-the-art care for their patients.”

Mr Williamson said “We have absolutely loved working with QSuper, their team is very engaged and they really understand what we are about. Working together with them on our common goals has been incredibly rewarding and we are very grateful for their ongoing support.”

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OPENING a brand-new restaurant at the outset of a pandemic is not everyone’s cup of tea or bowl of salad but the owners of Wild Thyme Restaurant in Shields St, Cairns did just that.

“We made a conscious decision to stay open during the pandemic and support the community, while continuing to build a reputation for quality food and cultural diversity,” a National Joblink (NJL) spokesperson said.

Nearly 18 months later, Wild Thyme – a not-for-profit social enterprise restaurant established by NJL – thrives on a menu featuring great flavours from across the world and gaining respect in the industry for its community focused social enterprise and training program, ‘Culture Connect’.

The first round Culture Connect team was made up of eight individuals from diverse backgrounds: Saudi Arabian, Egyptian, Rwandan, Māori, and a proud group of Indigenous Australians, all of them excited to share and understand cultures and foods from around the world.

“Culture Connect program was created with the vision of embracing and connecting people from different cultures through the celebration of food from all over the world,” Jacinta Tam, NJL program coordinator, said.

“Participants were trained

Centenarian Elsa also Babinda’s longest resident

in a Certificate II in Hospitality and gained hands-on experience and mentoring at Wild Thyme while being supported and trained by National Joblink trainers in our local Cairns city office.

“As the program coordinator, I am proud to say that I have personally grown and have drawn strength from these amazing and kind individuals that make our current Culture Connect Crew.”

“This team shared a connection instantly, sharing ideas and stories.”

The students themselves offered much positive feedback.

“It has helped me with confidence and understanding of the restaurant world,” said Samara, new to the hos-

pitality industry and currently looking for employment.

“Before this, I knew nothing about it. I thought it was all about serving and cooking. There is more to it like coffee making, polishing cutlery, presentation.”

Nawal, originally from Saudi Arabia said: “We met new people. We learnt new culture. The connect between us will be a connection for life.”

Tonessa, a proud local Indigenous and Torres Strait woman, said: “Before Culture Connect, I wasn’t talkative but during the program it has made me more confident in myself. It has helped each one of us to develop our own skills and gain confidence to speak up and be ourselves.”

Front row: David Sganzerla, Annette Sganzerla, Denise Irwin, Elsa Sganzerla, Paul Sganzerla. Back row: Emma Sganzerla, Robbie Sganzerla, Robbie Ghidella, Bronya Ghidella, Christopher Irwin, Mandy Irwin, Nikki Rowsell, Kevin Rowsell, Zoe Rowsell, Anthony Rowsell, Jordan The training is funded by Garner, Liza Czeszek.

the Queensland Government through its ‘Skilling Queenslanders for Work’ initiative.

“Culture Connect is a community work skills program which offers tailored assistance to disadvantaged Queenslanders to gain nationally recognised skills and vocational qualifications up to a Certificate III level.”

All of Wild Thyme’s profits go back into the community.

Through their restaurant, NJL have also initiated a charity support program called ‘FoCo Kitchen’ – or Feeding our Community ourselves – which provides more than 60 meals a week to charity organisations so those in need are also able to enjoy a great feed.

DAVID GARDINER ELSA Sganzerla was just six months old when her parents migrated to Australia from northern Italy 99 years ago.

After the three-month boat trip, the family settled straight away in Babinda, where they already had relatives who had made the journey to a new life earlier.

They stayed, and three generations later, Elsa reached the amazing milestone of 100 years young in August.

For becoming a centenarian, Elsa received a congratulatory message from the Queen.

She now has the title of being both the “oldest resident in Babinda district” and the “longest resident of Babinda”.

Over the 99 years of living in Babinda, she had three children - Denise, David and Paul.

Elsa also has seven grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren with number 16 due in January.

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Others travelled from Mt Isa and Brisbane to be there for the grand occasion.

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A very Evel misspent youth Generous donation helps kids in Nepal

G’DAY Tropicairnsians, A lot of people say that I think like a dinosaur, small brain moving in one direction and on the brink of extinction. Yeah, that’s a fair call.

I do admit that I miss the way we use to do things “old school”.

Yes, all the fun we had, even though sometimes these activities did have tragic endings.

I remember as a rug rat running after and jumping on the step of the green rattler trams in Vicoldia.

Hanging on for dear life to any form of hand grip as we flew along the roads into the city for free with the tram conductor yelling at us for fare evading.

Good times with some great laughs, but also sometimes ended in disaster like when we were running in the rain after a rattler when one of me mates slipped and went under the tram and lost both legs.

Bad and sad accident yes, but it did not stop us from doing it again, in fact it seemed to spur us too even more stupid and dangerous stunts because after all we were ten foot tall and bullet proof.

It has been said that we had all the unregulated fun back in the 60s and 70s.

I admit looking back, this seemed to be true, as growing up in the Holden St Council flats in North Fitzroy brings back some bloody fond memories for me.

We had fireworks consisting of skyrockets, penny bangers and so many more legal explosives that as kids we could purchase cheaply from the local newspaper shop for the great bonfires we always had on Guy Fawkes Night.

How stupidly game we were back then, to the point of shooting these lit crackers into the air with our sling shots or putting them in mates back pockets and watch them do the cracker dance.

Yes, to you modern kids, back in the day we had sling shots and air rifles with needing no such

thing as a firearm license that we could legally and publicly walk around with because we apparently had more smarts back then (yeah some of us maybe).

But we were good citizens, especially when it came to being kids with sling shots, rotten eggs, and open doors of trams. Yep, we could be mongrels.

But some of the real great memories I hold are with rebuilding pushbikes from all the parts that I recycled from the local rubbish trip.

We sold most of those rebuilt bikes, however the bikes that were not sold were then turned into my version of Evel Knievel stunt bikes to be used to recreate his famous jumps.

Picture this, along the Yarra River amongst all the dirt walking and bike tracks you will find small mounds right beside the river, large enough to inspire great dreams of being used as ramps for flying up and across to the other side of the river.

Crickey, there are a lot of bike frames at the bottom of that river from our dreams of greatness and believe it or not, like the great man with his Grand Canyon attempts, I never made it across either.

Probably explains why my bones creak and groan so much when I get up in the morning.

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EDUCATIONAL opportunities have been boosted for the children of a remote Nepalese village close to the heart of Cairns local Som Tamang, thanks to a generous grant from the Rotary Club of Cairns Sunrise.

The Club officially handed over $10,000 to Som’s Cairns-based humanitarian organisation, Friends of Himalayan Children to fund a computer literacy program at the Batase School, northeast of Kathmandu, where he grew up.

The funds will be used to purchase laptop computers, improve internet facilities, and provide a year’s wages for a teacher to train students in computer skills.

“These resources will make a huge difference for the Batase School students, who have had very challenging conditions in the past year and a half because of school closures due to COVID-19,” Som said.

The Rotary Club of Cairns Sunrise decided to support the initiative after inviting Friends of Himalayan Children supporter Kirsty Nancarrow to share her experience volunteering at the Batase Village School in 2016 and 2018.

“Som’s childhood experience led him to fight for the children in Batase village to

have a proper education and this donation will help him continue to make that dream a reality,” Kirsty said.

Rotary Cairns Sunrise past President Nadia Thompson said the club’s members were moved by Kirsty’s presentation and all Som has been able to achieve since coming to Australia in 2003.

“Rotary Cairns Sunrise is part of an international network of business, professional and community leaders who strive to make the world a better place through practical efforts and we are delighted to be able to help someone in our local community make a difference to the lives of children in Nepal,” Nadia said.

“I would like to thank Rotary Cairns Sunrise for its belief in the work I do and particularly acknowledge the contributions of individual members towards this generous donation, it will help change lives,” Som said.

To learn more about Rotary Cairns Sunrise, visit: https://rotarycairnssunrise. org.au. For more information about Friends of Himalayan Children, visit https://www.f-hc.org/.

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The COVID app is a dud. Best not to bother. The government cannot force us to sign in. This is an invasion of our privacy. We need to stand firm on this.

JON S, Cairns

IT’S easy to be taken over by the constant news updates that

SUPPORT LOCAL Thank you, @PeterMcCullagh, for the logical and well-explained editorial, “Time to super charge our local economy”! It makes perfect sense to support local over multinational businesses.

ANON, Cairns

bombard our inboxes, smart phones, radios and television screens as well as our daily sources of news. COVID case numbers, business on the brink, one political party calling the other inadequate and demanding an immediate resignation.

It really is too much.

Spending locally… could not agree more. Multinational supermarkets suck the money out of the local economy. They cut staff, close checkouts, and want us to do their work… self-service checkouts. I shop at IGA, they are local, they employ locals, and they support local charities. Good on you for your editorial, I hope people pay attention to it.

ROSS S, Cairns

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We appear to thrive on misfortune or perhaps that’s what some of the media-masters want to enema-infuse us with.

But really, lets step back and consider some amazing, good news.

Local businesses and individuals have dug deep in recent times, fundraising, and donating amazing amounts of money for exceptional causes.

Our front-page story last week; an anonymous $55,000 donation to a local disability support organisation. This week I attended the handover of a cheque for $50,000 for the Royal Flying Doctor Service, comprising of a donation of $20,000 and $30,000 raised from hard work, raffles, and cake stalls.

A few months ago, local building company and avid supporter of sport and all things FNQ dug deep, and donated $52,000 to the Vinnies Sleepout Appeal, thank you KenFrost Homes.

Now we see a massive fundraising effort underway with the QSuper Cardiac Challenge with more than $444,000 pledged for this amazing bike ride.

Friday September 24, 2021

SPOCK IN HELL Who in the Spock designed last week’s super quiz must be out of their Star trekking mind.

WAYNE, Wayne’s World A couple of concerns about the Star Trek quiz: 27 - The wiki tells me that the Enterprise passes warp 22 in the animated series.

29 - The Cage may or may not be considered a part of the original series.

The animated series had an episode without Kirk.

30 - “Wrong” may be a poor word choice, and at odds with some of the major messages of Star Trek ANON TREKKIE, Cairns COVID APP Re: Luddite Port Douglas. Sept 17. I have had similar problems. It seems to occur when the phone connects to Wi-Fi but doesn’t log in. I turn off my Wi-Fi connection and use phone data.

PETER, Cairns

Yes, we are a very charitable community. It is fair to say

Letters

that there are some that are doing it tough, some businesses are struggling, and some families are stretched to breaking point, but what is very obvious to me, as a community, we hold our hand out to assist those in need.

I know there are many more examples of financial and in-kind support shown every day in our community. Take the time to reflect upon the good that is around us, the positives that we see.

The dedication and commitment of individuals and volunteers. Assistance is not always financial. Many community organisations and sporting clubs would fold if not for their volunteers, the coaches, managers, timekeepers, canteen staff, and management committees.

In January 1961 American President, JF Kennedy in his inaugural address challenged all children and adults to rise up in civic action, committing themselves to giving and not taking.

“Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.”

As pertinent as it was then, it resonates even louder today.

Peter McCullagh Editor

Once the genie is out of the syringe what other auto-immune responses in addition to blood clots and cardiac inflammation can we expect from the COVID-19 vaccines.

DOTCH, Portsmith Joanne R/e Sep 17: The problem is you. Here we go again another person telling other people what to do.

JASMINE, Innisfail Why aren’t we using hydroxychloroquine in our treatment of COVID. This has been proven effective, it’s cheaper and no side effects. It makes sense. But ScoMo is not interested. Clive Palmer ordered millions of doses months ago. We cannot trust the Liberals. We need United Australia Party.

TIM W, Cairns

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WAYNES WORLD You write a bloody good column, content being a lot of Aussie stuff that maybe the rest of the world wouldn’t understand. Just love it! However, will you please set your computer to Australian English so that we don’t get the American spellings, eg: favorite, favored (3 Sept) and laborer (10 Sept).

And glad you discovered Travis. His customer service is so good that he is like a friend. Well done Travis!

LYN, Mt Molloy PREPARE FOR DISASTER As people continue to suffer the mental health effects of the pandemic Red Cross is reminding readers there are things they can do now to regain a sense of control, and prepare for the inevitable disasters ahead.

New research by Australian Red Cross has found that two in five Australians’ mental health has been hit by Covid, and a similar number say they feel less hopeful about the future. Some 37% feel less secure and safe.

This week is our annual campaign to encourage people to prepare ahead for disasters, as the better prepared people are, the better their experience when a disaster inevitably hits. Better preparation also leads to a better recovery.

There are excellent resources on the Red Cross website www.redcross.org. au/prepare including steps to create your own emergency plan, to download the Red Cross Get Prepared App, a survival kit, emergency contacts list, keepsake list, information to help manage stress and more.

With disaster season almost upon us, we strongly encourage people to start thinking now about how they will manage. Your mental health will be better for it.

GARRY PAGE Red Cross

have a massive social-conscience and we do dig deep and

VACCINE We are safe in Queensland, who will believe in God he is the one to clear the COVID-19 and he will put his strength in all of our people in the world, I’m not believe in COVID-19 and vaccine, I believe God is my mighty God, God Blessed you all ELLIS, Cairns

SELFISH ANTI-VAXERS Thank you, Penny, Earlville, for your support. Whether I hoard toilet paper (I don’t) or knit (I do – was that a lucky guess, “Rachael P”, Cairns?) is irrelevant. What is important is that we do not needlessly, and selfishly, overburden the health system. Yes, Rachel, we all pay for this service, but we expect the service to be available for us when we need it.

This week a Sydney paramedic described his hellish work situation. COVID patients are given priority which means that other emergencies, including burn victims, may wait up to eight hours for an ambulance. He wrote of an elderly woman who pressed her medi-alarm after falling in her backyard in the late afternoon. The ambulance didn’t get to her until 2am, only to find her lying on the cold grass suffering from hypothermia. Ambulances can then queue at the hospital for an hour or more before their patients can be admitted.

The COVID vaccine can only prevent about 50% of people from catching the virus but is 90-95% effective at preventing serious disease and death. The vast majority of COVID patients in those ambulances, and filling hospital wards, are unvaccinated. Meanwhile important surgeries are put on hold for lack of beds.

“It’s my personal choice,” someone said to me today. It is also your personal choice to stop at red lights. If you don’t, you are likely to injure or kill yourself and/or others. Like the COVID vaccine it is about your safety, but it is not just about you – it is about the safety of those around you and the stable functioning of our health service. If you won’t stop at red lights, stay off the road.

If you won’t be vaccinated, your only responsible option, as Taggs, Coquette Pt suggests, is to isolate yourself from others. Otherwise, your ‘choice’ is a purely selfish one.

STELLA MARTIN Whitfield

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Tuesday 5th October 2021 Wednesday 6th October 2021

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Tuesday 12th October 2021 3pm – 5pm Wednesday 13th October 2021 3pm – 5pm Saturday 16th October 2021 9am – 11am

For more information or to register, phone 07 4080 1000 or visit www.wuchopperen.org.au/constitution-review

NEWS

Friday September 24, 2021

Gazza’s

Gossip

WHEN somebody asks me ‘Seen the footy mate?’, my usual response is ‘Yeah mate, Chelsea played well!’

More likely, my sporting friend is talking about the Cowboy’s and not a game using a round ball, played in West London.

A further retort from my sporting chum m a y often be, ‘Oh, that’s soccer mate, not footy!’

For some strange reason, the use of the word soccer tends to make my heckles rise a little and my front teeth to curl cos, it’s Football!!

I guess it’s a Pommy Bloke thing, every young lad in England grows up kicking a ball around and the term Soccer is rarely used. It was more of an American thing,

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Dragons snare the silverware... again

Applications open for arts funding

The Seniors Boys practicing at their Port Douglas training ground

and what would they know about football? Well, these days, quite a lot, with even my beloved Chelsea being home to a top USA player.

There are various thoughts as to where the word soccer originated from, the general one being that it was formed in 19th Century Britain. So what am I whinging about?

Again, it must also be a Pommy thing!

Call it whatever you wish, the fantastic news is that Douglas Shire is home to

Douglas United Football Club, generally known as the Dragons and both the Senior and Junior teams have had amazing seasons.

The last few years has brought much silverware, with the seniors winning four league titles in a row, two out of the last three Grand Finals and two out of the last three Crad Evans Trophies against Townsville teams.

This year has brought some amazing statistics with the seconds team scoring over 100 goals, plus Jamie Gosling and Ramiro Vilar scoring 28 goals each, the highest in the league.

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All great football sides bring youngsters through the ranks and the Dragons are no exception. The U12s added to the trophy cabinet coming second in their division.

With two senior teams to manage for the first time in the club’s history and both teams playing in the finals this year, credit should go to new coach Christian Snell.

All said, it’s unlikely the Dragons are going up in a puff of smoke any time soon!

Time to practice my dribbling skills, so for now it’s Gazza signing out.

Send your stories to gazza@cairnslocalnews.com.au You can catch up with Gazza each weekday afternoon between 4 – 7 pm on 90.9 FAB FM in Port Douglas!

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ARTS and cultural practitioners of all genres are invited to apply for a share in grant funding to support their projects.

Applications are now open for Major Round One grants (grants up to $10,000) as part of the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) program for projects that start after 17 January 2022.

The RADF program is a partnership between the Queensland Government and Cairns Regional Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland. Arts and cultural organisations, groups and individuals are eligible to apply to the Cairns RADF program.

Cairns Mayor Bob Manning said the arts community was among the hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic.

“The arts and our local artists contribute greatly to the eco-

nomic, social and cultural wellbeing of Cairns and the community,” Cr Manning said.

“I am sure our arts community will be looking to funding programs like RADF to deliver projects and contribute to the recovery of this important sector as venues and opportunities open up again.”

Arts and cultural activities that demonstrate a professional standard of work and contribute to the vitality and diversity of the arts industry in the Cairns region may be eligible for financial assistance.

RADF has helped more than 400 local projects get off the ground since the program started at Cairns Regional Council.

RADF funding has a flow on effect across a number of business areas such as fabricators, designers, photographers and publishers.

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Excellence in education

LOCAL Family Day Care owner and operator, Jasmine Sheridan has won the Excellence in Family Day Care Award 2021.

Presented by Family Day Care Australia, the award recognises the amazing work done by educators, coordinators and services to deliver high quality early childhood education and care to children across Australia.

Community and Culture Portfolio Holder, Councillor Trudy Tschui said it is well recognised that the home environment and small ratios of children create the best possible environment for ‘play based’ learning in young children.

“It takes a lot of dedication and hard work, and it is exceptional to see one of our very own Educators recognised for her commitment.

“Jasmine has shown she goes above and beyond the high standard required and often takes her group of children for walks in the rainforest, to visit local hobby farms and joins in with other childcare centres.

“She also takes her children to participate in Library events such as Story Time and attends a dance and music session in Tully.

“As you can imagine the risk management and planning of such excursions is a lot of extra work,

but she is passionate about Community, nature and the outdoors and wishes to share this with the children in her care,” said Councillor Tschui.

“She continually strives to improve her skills both professionally and personally. She is a great communicator and keeps her families not just informed but involved in all her planning and programming.

“She is a great support to new Educators and mentors where she is needed.”

The Cassowary Coast Regional Council congratulate Jasmine on her dedication and commitment to early childhood education within the region. This award is well deserved recognition for the special impact Jasmine has on the lives of the children in her care.

For more information, please contact Council by phoning 1300 763 903 or email via enquiries@cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au.

Jasmine with her group of children which she provides care for as a Family Day Care operator.

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A ROARING GOOD TIME AT TROPICAL ART DECO FESTIVAL

THE Tropical Art Deco Festival has wrapped up for another year and the beloved events were once again the talk of the town from local community and visitors who attended events.

Jazz, sequins, dancing, and all things vintage were abundant over the five days of events with the Cocktail Cruises, Art Deco trivia, vintage markets, Innisfail Shire Hall guided tour and Council’s supported ‘Movie Under the Stars’ showing The Great Gatsby, proving extremely popular to attendees.

Tropical Art Deco Festival spokeswoman Kerry Linton said she was very pleased with the number of people in attendance over the five days with some event numbers

exceeding expectations. The commitment to costume and dressing the part were also very pleasing.

“The fashions were spectacular. The community went to quite a lot of effort to dress the part, especially at the cocktail party and high tea. Overall, I’m really happy with the outcome,” said Ms Linton.

Councillor and Community and Culture portfolio holder Trudy Tschui said the Art Deco Festival and its events set us apart as a region and is pleased to see it celebrated in such grandeur each year.

“The events had something to peak everyone’s interest. The trivia night was great fun and with some obvious competitive rivalry

between teams in proving their art deco and historical knowledge. The high tea showcased local talent with a fashion parade, dance performances, and music and the vintage market had many treasures to be found.

“The Innisfail Shire Hall guided tour was also very popular as it showcased the Shire Hall’s architectural beauty and Innisfail township history.

“Overall, it was a very successful week and I want to thank everyone who was involved in the organisation of each event,” said councillor Tschui.

For all information regarding Tropical Art Deco, upcoming events and event gallery images please visit www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/ our-community/tropical-art-deco

Pictured Above: Innisfail Shire Hall Guided Tour group.

This Picture: The councillors and staff were attending the Pink Ribbon Art Deco High Tea for the Cancer Council.

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COUNCIL BRIEFS INSTAGRAM CONNECT

CASSOWARY Coast Regional Council has recently revived their social media channel of Instagram. Instagram is a social media platform which focus’ it’s content around fantastic imagery and videos from its user. We would love for our Cassowary Coast community to follow us on Instagram @cassowarycoastregionalcouncil where you can see a variety of stunning shots from around the region as well as keep up to date with our community events, services, project updates and much more.

Make sure to tag us in your photos with #cassowarycoastregion as we are re sharing your adventures on our page to share with our follower the beauty of our region from reef to rainforest.

Attendees at the one-day workshop held at the Tully Multisport Grandstand

SUPPORTING AGRITOURISM IN THE REGION LAST week, the Cassowary Coast Regional Council and the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF) hosted a one-day mentoring and capacity building workshop with local farmers that are seeking to develop or expand into the agritourism space.

Economic Development & Tourism Portfolio holder, Councillor Renee McLeod said the workshops aim was to inspire and provide confidence to farmers with the desire and capacity to undertake new or expanded agritourism ventures.

“There were 17 farmers that registered for the oneday agritourism workshop, and during the course were encouraged to share and explore ideas, identify opportunities and challenges and gain an understanding of the regulatory processes relevant to agritourism.

“This program will give agricultural businesses within the area, the foundations to diversify and move

into the tourism landscape.

“From the workshop, farmers were encouraged to develop their own 100-day action plan of the next steps in developing or expanding their agritourism business.

After 90 days, DAF officers will follow up on their current actions to determine what further support farmers may need.

“Council is really hopeful that agritourism becomes another selling point for our area and with the support of the ‘Taste Farm Life’ campaign, believe that domestic tourists will aspire to experience farm and food tourism and achieve an overall boost to the local economy,” said Councillor McLeod.

Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries and Minister for Rural Communities Mark Furner said the Queensland Government’s ‘Taste Farm Life’ agritourism campaign would encourage tourists to get off the beaten track or take a day out of

their usual beach holiday destination to discover new experiences in rural and regional Queensland.

“Queensland’s handling of the COVID threat means there are opportunities for tourists to explore more of our great state and experience innovative and unique offerings from agricultural businesses that have diversified into agritourism,” Mr Furner said.

“Many agribusinesses offer a variety of food and farm experiences including farm gate sales, food and wine sampling, farmer’s markets, pick-your-own fruit and veggie experiences, farm stays, and food and farm festivals and events.

“These exciting and memorable holiday adventures are often within easy driving distance of coastal communities and the time has never been better for people to get a real taste of where their food comes from.”

The ‘Taste Farm Life’ campaign is part of the

Queensland Government’s $2 million agribusiness diversification initiative under the Economic Recovery Plan to build capability and explore potential diversification opportunities in agricultural businesses, including for tourism.

DAF Principal Agribusiness Development Officer, Angelika Ziehrl said the Cassowary Coast Council is integral to agritourism development in the region and has supported this workshop and project from the outset.

“Farmers interested in agritourism business development can contact the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries,” said Angelika Ziehrl.

The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries can be reached via email at agritourism@daf.qld.gov.au, phone at 13 25 23, by the Queensland Government’s one-stop service for development and investment in agriculture or by visiting the Taste Farm Life website.

LINDSAY FAMILY BENCHES

A WONDERFUL good news story has come from Tully in regards to the re-locating and refurbishment of previously donated chairs by the Lindsay Families.

Councillor Teresa Millwood was contacted by Mr Ted Lindsay about a public bench that had been donated by him and his family for public use, some years ago. Cr. Millwood followed up on this concern and with the assistance of Council staff they were able to locate the benches and Council staff resurrected the bench to its former glory. Cr. Millwood reached out to the Tully Nursing Home who accepted the offer to rehouse the bench for the benefit of their residents.

Council installed them at the Nursing Home with the Lindsay’s family blessing and can now be enjoyed by all residents.

SEWER RELINES

COUNCIL wishes to advise of Sewer Rehabilitation works which have recently commenced in the Innisfail CBD and South of the Tully CBD areas.

Affected residents and businesses for these works have been notified via letter drop. While these works are undergone, Contractors may also visit door to door to make residents aware of their need to enter on site or on a residents premises.

The aim of these works will reline the sewers which will reduce ground water infiltration.

The scope of works is aimed to be completed by the end 2021.

Council would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this time.

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Check out the latest on offer from your Cassowary Coast Libraries YOLK Mary H K Choi Jayne and June Baek are nothing alike. June’s three years older, a classic first-born, know-it-all narc with a problematic finance job.

Jayne is an emotionally stunted, self-obsessed basket case who lives in squalor, and needs to get to class and stop wasting Mom and Dad’s money.

Once thick as thieves, these sisters who moved from Seoul to San Antonio to New York together now don’t want anything to do with each other.

EXPLORE AUSTRALIA 2022 Now in a flexibound format for in-car use, Explore Australia 2022 covers more of the country than any other Australian guidebook.

In its 38th edition, this seminal guidebook includes details on over 700 regional towns across the country, including information on local and nearby attractions, as well as markets and festivals. There’s also key information for every capital city and major touring region, plus suggested daytrip itineraries.

SMOKEHOUSE Melissa Manning Set in southern Tasmania, the linked stories in Smokehouse bring into focus a small community and capture those moments when life turns and one person becomes another.

As we get to know these characters - a mother whose fresh start leads to a fractured future, a stonemason seeking connection, a woman grieving her adopted mother, a couple torn apart by their daughter’s drug addiction - we learn how their lives intersect, in various ways, across time and place.

MAGPIE’S BEND Maya Linnell Bush nurse Lara McIntyre and journalist Toby Paxton are thrust into the limelight when an accident puts the beating heart of their community in jeopardy.

Featuring a black-tie ball, a fun run, a magpie called Vegemite and a snake-chasing kelpie called Basil, Magpie’s Bend is a story about rural lives, family, love and letting go.

Councillor Tschui and facility users admiring the new shade sail.

SHADE SAIL READY FOR SUMMER

THE installation of the shade sail at the Mission Beach Aquatic Centre has been completed and the billabong and splash pool is once again open and ready to use just in time for summer.

Division Three representative for the Mission Beach area, Councillor Trudy Tschui said the project is a milestone for the whole community and finalises all work planned for the facility.

“The shade sail was the final piece to be completed for the overall facility.

“Positioned over the billabong and splash pool, the new shade sail will provide a much-needed barrier from the harsh Far North Queensland sun.

“The works began in November, however due to issues including complexity in the site and supply issues due to COVID, there were

some significant delays.

“I am proud to say that today the project is now complete and can be enjoyed fully by the community,” said Councillor Tschui.

“Thank you to all residents for your patience as we worked to provide the community a facility that is sun-safe and can be enjoyed by everyone, across all seasons.”

The shade sail was proudly funded by the

Queensland Government through the Works for Queensland program.

For more information on opening hours for the Mission Beach Aquatic Centre call Council at 1300 763 903 or visit Council on our website at https://bit.ly/39u9ptH. Alternatively you can contact the facility directly at 4068 7256.

Bells Creek and Cardwell go automatic FROM 1 October 2021, the Cassowary Coast Regional Council Waste Transfer Stations at Bells Creek and Cardwell are moving to an automated system, the first of its kind to be used in the region.

Increasing accessibility and functionality, residents will now have access to these facilities 7-days a week (Monday – Friday, 8am – 4pm and Saturday / Sunday 9am – 4pm), thanks to new, innovative systems.

Waste Management and Innovation Portfolio Holder, Councillor Teresa Millwood, said in order to move to an automated system, both Bells Creek and Card-

well facilities will receive a number of upgrades that use technology to improve the performance of the facilities.

“The technology installed creates a facility that is completely autonomous and self-sufficient and doesn’t rely on staff to operate effectively.

“Patrons will receive automated access through a unique pin and will be able to dispose of waste accordingly.

“There will be a reporting system installed which records and captures data on the waste disposal occurring at the facilities.

“A new security system and intercom will also be installed, which will connect patrons to Waste Transfer Officers work-

ing in other locations in our region, who will be able to assist with any questions or issues,” said Councillor Millwood.

“By updating these facilities to automated service, Council hopes residents can more readily use these facilities at a time that suits them best,” said Councillor Millwood.

“There will also be no changes to site usage, domestic allowances or fees and charges for the remainder of the financial year.”

Residents within the Bells Creek or Cardwell Waste Transfer Station Catchment Areas will begin to receive information in the mail about the changes this week. The

K E Y Cassowary Coast Regional Council Contact 1300 763 903 Visit our website www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au Write: Please address all correspondence to: Andrew Graffen, Chief Executive Officer PO Box 887 Innisfail, QLD 4860 Email: enquiries@cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au

information will include each individual property’s unique pin details along with instructions on how to use this pin.

The codes are unique to each individual property and will be allocated to home owners only. If your property is rented to tenants please provide details to them as soon as possible.

For more information on the changes occurring at the Bells Creek or Cardwell Waste Facilities please visit Council’s website: https://bit.ly/3tYqF3V or call Council on 1300 763 903.

C O N T A C T S

Visit Council Cassowary Coast Regional Council has three Customer Service Centres across the region. Specially trained staff can provide information and advice on topics including: ● local laws and compliance ● rates enquiries ● account payments (EFTPOS facilities available) ● animal registration.

Customer Service and Opening Hours

Centres

Innisfail Shire Hall 70 Rankin St. Innisfail Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm Tully Tully Civic Centre, 38-40 Bryant St. Tully Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm Cardwell Cardwell Library, 4 Balliol St. Cardwell Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm

Cassowary Coast Libraries comprises of 4 branches located at Cardwell, Innisfail, Tully and Mission Beach. For locations, opening times or general enquiries, please call 1300 366 616 or visit www. cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/libraries Waste Transfer Stations locations and opening hours can be found by visiting www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov. au/transfer-stations Community Connect is a publication of the Cassowary Coast Regional Council. Supplied by Council and published within the Cairns Local News newspaper.

All enquiries regarding content contained within this publication should be directed to Council.

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Friday September 24, 2021

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More pressure than a bear can bear.

PETER MCCULLAGH THE much beloved koala is under increased pressure with populations across Queensland declining by 37 per cent in the past three years.

The natural habitat for the koalas has been under pressure for many years along with an increase in predators such as wild dogs and cats.

The sad news for residents in Far North Queensland is the numbers are catastrophically low and, in some areas, extinct.

The Australian Koala Foundation released this week the alarming figures showing a nationwide decline placing the future of this iconic creature in serious doubt.

Chair of the Australian Koala Foundation, Deborah Tabart OAM, said she is hoping the Federal Minister for the Environment Sussan Ley will take notice of these alarming numbers and get on with her job of protecting the koala’s habitat.

“The koala is extinct in 47 federal electorates and across the nation we have seen an alarming decline in numbers, some regions have populations as low as 10 koalas.

“We need the government to protect this iconic Australia animal, because once it’s gone, we have lost a beautiful and rich heritage forever.”

In the north the federal electorate of Kennedy, with more than 93 per cent of the koala natural habitat remaining and has between 100 and 200 koalas left in the wild, whereas the koala is considered to be extinct in this area.

Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures just north of Cairns has committed considerable resources to preserving and promoting this beautiful Australian animal.

Michael O’Brien from Hartley’s explained the importance of having a strong and healthy koala population in zoos and wildlife parks.

“The main role of a robust and healthy zoo koala program is to allow visitors the opportunity to see Koalas up close, creating an enjoyable personal experience.

“They can understand more about the koala, it’s habitat and what pressure the wild koala population is currently experiencing.

“People are more inclined to preserve something if they understand and have an emotional attachment,

this is what our koala program endeavours to do with all visitors,” he explained.

With very few koalas in the wild in Far North Queensland the only way visitors and locals can see these iconic Australian mammals is by visiting a local wildlife park that cares for koalas.

Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures has 20 Koalas and is located 40 minutes north of Cairns conducting daily koala talks and close up experiences for visitors.

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ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

Cairns Local News

Friday September 24, 2021

A musical night to delight

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

Miss Tee - Gilligans Backpacker Resort, 4:30pm Andrea & Louie - Salt House, 5:00pm Sandy Maryland - Trinity Beach Bar & Grill, 5:00pm Katie Richards - Kewarra Beach Shack, 5:30pm Chris Lloyds - Botanica Café Bar & Kitchen, 6:00pm Silver Fox Jazz Band - Elixir Music Bar, 6:00pm 4 in a Groove - Cazaly’s Cairns, 6:30pm Kim Settle - Edge Hill Memorial Bowls Club, 6:30pm Tullara with Tessa Devine - Bar36 @ The Reef Hotel Casino, 7:30pm Vivien Aisi - BAR 94, 8:30pm The Love Handles - Elixir Music Bar, 8:30pm Tony George - Bar36 @ The Reef Hotel Casino, 9:30pm

Barbary Coasters - Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures, 12:00pm Lucy Gallant & The Joker Pokers - Cairns Cruising Yacht Squadron, 2:00pm Vivien Aisi - Boardwalk Social by Crystalbrook, 6:00pm Chris Lloyds - Botanica Café Bar & Kitchen, 6:00pm The Love Handles - Pirates Bar, 6:00pm Carrizma - Cazaly’s Cairns, 6:15pm Kaweyova - Roo Bar & Grill, 6:30pm Finding Time - Red Beret Hotel, 7:00pm Miss Tee - BAR 94, 8:00pm The Base Coats - Elixir Music Bar, 8:00pm Fingerprint - Bar36 @ The Reef Hotel Casino, 9:00pm

Tanya Murphy - Coco Mojo, 1:00pm Vivien Aisi - Ellis Beach Bar & Grill, 1:00pm The Love Handles - Garradunga Hotel, 1:00pm Andrea & Louie - Palm Cove Surf Lifesaving Club, 1:00pm Dazz & the Boyzz - The Celt, 2:00pm Barbary Coasters - Trinity Beach Bar & Grill, 3:15pm Bobby Maguire - Sauce Brewing Co, 3:30pm Katie Richards - O’Donnells Palm Cove, 4:30pm Lucy Gallant - Elixir Music Bar, 6:00pm Darron Beahan - BAR 94, 6:30pm Miss Tee - Elixir Music Bar, 6:30pm Candela - Bar36 @ The Reef Hotel Casino, 7:30pm

Are you a venue or an artist that wants to be listed in the Gig Guide? Find the Gig Guide link on our website www.CairnsLocalNews.com.au submit your gig each week to be listed in Friday’s paper.

SONGS for Nobodies, a musical production originally written for one lead, one voice, recreating the sounds and emotions of five of this century’s greatest female voices. A tall ask by any stretch of the imagination.

Songs for Nobodies, by Joanna Murray-Smith has been performed worldwide, from the Sydney Opera House to the West-end in London and now will be adapted for the Rondo Theatre in Cairns.

Adapted for Cairns audiences, directed by Kevin and Narelle Shorey, this production harnesses the vocal depth and strength of five leading female artists to create a spellbinding evening of music and emotion.

Mora Turner, Kathy Carruthers, Cath Willacy, Alice Bredhauer and Patrice Hogan combine to recreate some of the most iconic artists of this century.

Five ‘nobodies’ – a New York ‘powder room’ attendant, an usher, a rookie journalist, a woman telling her father’s wartime story, and a waitress on Onassis’ yacht – each of them has an unforgettable encounter with a famous 20th century singer – Judy Garland, Patsy Cline, Edith Piaf, Billy Holiday and Maria Callas.

When a great singer lets her voice float out over the anonymous crowd, or form the grooves of thousands of records, or flow through radios into millions of homes across the world, she makes countless unknown connections with people. The singer has her story and the listener hers, and should those stories touch each other, there can be magic.

Songs for Nobodies will be presented for a strictly limited season at the Rondo Theatre from next Thursday September 30 until Sunday October 2. Tickets are available from www.therondo.com.au

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DEAR EVAN HANSEN

Val Emmich The ground breaking novel inspired by the Broadway hit - soon to be a major film!

High school senior Evan Hansen has been given the chance of a lifetime- to belong.

When the notoriously troubled Connor Murphy took his own life, he did so in possession of a letter Evan had written to himself. Now everyone thinks they were best friends.

As he helps Connor’s family deal with their grief, it’s clear that Evan isn’t invisible anymore - even to the girl of his dreams. Every day is suddenly amazing.

But Evan is soon pulled deeper into Connor’s family’s swirl of anger, regret, and confusion. And then everything starts to go wrong.

THE HAPPIEST MAN ON EARTH

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Over the next seven years, Eddie faced unimaginable horrors every day, first in Buchenwald, then in Auschwitz, then on the Nazi death march. He lost family, friends, his country.

Because he survived, Eddie made the vow to smile every day.

He pays tribute to those who were lost by telling his story, sharing his wisdom, and living his best possible life. He now believes he is the ‘happiest man on earth’.

Published as Eddie turns 100, this is a powerful, heart-breaking and ultimately hopeful memoir of how happiness can be found even in the darkest of times.

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ABC Television Wednesday 9pm Sammy returns to London to escape the heat of the missing person’s case. But back in Australia, Detective Sergeant Fairbank has the Cooper family firmly under the microscope. Having made it out of Australia, Sammy (Sarah Kendall) and her kids Lenny (Frazer Hadfield) and Tess (Maggie Ireland-Jones) are living in a tiny London flat while she frantically tries to prove her lawyer, Rufus (Robert Webb), stole her house.

Barely able to make ends meet, Sammy is desperate to reclaim her opulent London life.

She also needs to keep her kids far away from Australia and the truth about what happened to their neighbour, Terry Harris.

ABC Television Sunday 8.40pm FIRES is a six-part anthology drama series inspired by the extraordinary stories of people at the front line of the devastating Australian bushfires of 2019-2020.

The series begins in Queensland in September 2019, at the start of the fire season, and continues as the fires make their deadly march south, burning out of control through NSW and Victoria until February 2020. Each episode is set in a different location as the fires spread and build to a terrifying onslaught across the country through Christmas and New Year.

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Dr Murphy’s revolutionary mind-focusing techniques are based upon a proven and entirely practical principle: if you believe in something without reservation and picture it in your mind, you remove the subconscious obstacles that prevent you from achieving that end result, and your belief becomes a reality.

ABC Television Tuesday 9.10pm Sitcom Ghosts returns for its third series, following married couple Alison (Charlotte Ritchie) and Mike (Kiell Smith-Bynoe) who share their old inherited country home with a lively ensemble of spirits. In episode one, a film crew comes to Button House to shoot a reconstruction of an assassination plot for a historical documentary - a scheme which may have involved one of the spirits. Mike persuades Alison to give an interview about the old house in the hope of drumming up some publicity, forcing her to turn to Thomas for advice on the art of public speaking.

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Rowan Aitkinson create a bumbling character in a TV series in addition to several movies. What was the character?

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Name the swimmer who first broke the 15-minute barrier for the 1500 metres freestyle.

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Newcastle in Australia is located at the mouth of which river?

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In what year was Newcastle rocked by an earthquake killing 13 people?

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What is the only country in South America to have English as their official language?

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Where in Queensland would you go to view the Carnival of Flowers?

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Where is the oldest surf life saving club in the world?

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Who wrote the Australian classic novel The Shiralee?

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What is the only Tennis Grand Slam to take place in the Southern Hemisphere?

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What mixed drink contains whiskey and Drambuie?

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What is the capital of New Caledonia?

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Name the four Tennis tournaments comprising the Grand Slam Series.

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What is the world’s deepest ocean?

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What Australian political party does Sarah Hanson-Young represent?

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Who starred opposite Hugh Grant in the rom-com Notting Hill?

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In what Australian state would you find the West Tamar wine region?

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Name the Three Tenors.

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Name the South Australian premier famous for his safari suits.

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The character Phillis Fogg appears in what Jules Verne novel?

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A tadpole is the larval stage of what animal?

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Orchestras typically tune to an ‘A’ note played on what instrument?

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Philippine President Imelda Marcus was famous for her collection of what fashion item?

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Who played James Bond in the movie, The Spy Who Loved Me?

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How many wheels does a quad bike have?

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Who is the host of Survivor Australia?

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What animal is associated with behavioural scientist Ivan Pavlov?

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If you gave someone a knuckle sandwich, what would you be doing?

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Who played Ted Bullpitt in Kingswood Country?

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Name the Irish comedian, creator of the Mrs Brown character.

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What large marine mammal is sometimes referred to as a sea cow?

roll, 30. Manatee.

Punching them, 28. Ross Higgins, 29. Brendan O’Carlia Roberts, 24. Don Dunstan, 25. Oboe, 26. Four, 27.

Open, French Open, US Open and Wimbledon, 23. JuToowoomba, 21. The Australian Open, 22. Australian Moore, 17. Dogs, 18. Vladimir Salnikov, 19. 1989, 20.

Luciano Pavarotti, 15. The frog and toad, 16. Roger ian Greens, 14. Jose Carreras, Placido Domingo and Belize, 11. D’Arcy Niland, 12. Noumea, 13. The Austral7. Jonathon LaPaglia, 8. Mr Bean, 9. Hunter River, 10.

Tasmania, 5. Around the World in 80 Days, 6. Shoes, 1. Bondi Beach, 2. Rusty Nail, 3. Pacific Ocean, 4.

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Property Showcase

Beautiful family home with spectacular views - Innisfail A beautiful family home with stunning views. Featuring three bedrooms with ensuite off the main. Ensuite features spa bath and is fully tiled.

The kitchen and dining area looks out over the outdoor family area.

The house is fully air conditioned and has ceiling fans throughout.

Outside there’s an inground pool along with low maintenance gardens.

This wonderful property presents:● The property is fully fenced at the rear ● Large 2 bay carport, perfect for high wheelbase 4x4’s ● Solar panels for electricity ● Window and door security in place.

Sale

2 6 B e n w e l l S t r e e t , E A S T I N N I S FA I L

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Where: 425 Palmerston

Highway Innisfail.

Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Cars: 2 Open: By appointment Adency: First National Innisfail Agent: Ronnie Neary Phone: 0417 760 500 Price: $480,000

58 Maple Street, Goondi, INNISFAIL

$295,000

$549,000

OPEN Saturday 2.30 pm to 3.30 pm

YOUR DREAM HOME WITH NOTHING LEFT TO DO

Walk upstairs and feel the warmth of this tastefully decorated home. With a pop of color to wow everyone.

FEATURING :  Open plan kitchen, dining, and living area.  5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms  Main bedroom with ensuite and walk-in robe  7 car accommodation  Outdoor entertainment area  2 street access  Laundry downstairs  Ultimate man shed with extra high access for the boat or caravan.

This property is a MUST to inspect, open houses will be held every weekend for the next 6 weeks.

Exclusively listed @First National, inspections are by appointment only.

To arrange an inspection contact: Ronnie: 0417 760 500 Matt: 0490 274 794 Liesa Spinella 0436 477 974

LARGE FAMILY HOME - SO CLOSE TO SCHOOL!

Walking distance to town, public transport, and one of Innisfail best schools 200m down the road. This large home needs to be viewed to appreciate.

The air-conditioned upper level consists of 3 very large bedrooms, a large bathroom with storage and separate bathtub and shower. Large U- shaped kitchen, dining and huge formal lounge/ entertainment area that open onto to the beautiful veranda with two glass sliding doors.

Lower level has dining large storage, huge entertainment / lounge area, you very own bar, laundry, double car garage, second bathroom with another plunge bath.

Office 07 4061 4600 | Email sales1@ifnre.com.au

To arrange an inspection contact: Ronnie: 0417 760 500 Matt: 0490 274 794 Liesa Spinella 0436 477 974

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GOONDI AND E A S T I N N I S FA I L OPEN HOME TIMES

– No. 1 FOR SERVICE –

CENTRALLY LOCATED, SECURE COMPLEX WITH GREAT RENTAL RETURNS – $143,000 2

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Centrally located only a short stroll to the Esplanade, Hospital, shops, schools and a bus stop at the door to take you to the Northern Beaches.

This two bedroom fully furnished and airconditioned unit with small balcony off main bedroom and living area is currently rented on a fixed term tenancy until March 2022 at $320 per week. The complex has two street access with secure parking, pool, and commercial washing machines and dryers.

Several units in the complex are owner occupied. Prior to Covid 19 several units in this complex were rented on Airbnb and showed excellent returns.

Contact agent to view.

CHRISTINE JOHNSTONE (CJ)

0432 257 786

Shop 1, 129 Sheridan St, CAIRNS Q 4870 Email: cj@ace-realestate.com.au

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This home is just waiting for its next family.

• Located in a quiet cul-de-sac of Goondi.

• Air conditioned, fans and security screened.

• Close to schools, buses, town and sports complex.

• Large covered entertainment area.

$260,000 – List #9010 http://aarealty.net/property/9010/

Call Kylie on 0428 944 563

CLASSIC STYLE IN A PRIME LOCATION

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Land Area 791 sqm

• Front and rear patios.

• Air conditioned • Newly renovated kitchen Solid brick home in sought after lnnisfail Estate area. This is an ideal family home, ready to move in and update with some modern personal touches!

$389,000 List #1389

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Call Louise on 0448 751 963

* * EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST * * 94 Porter Promenade, Mission Beach

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Land Area 1035 sqm

Three bedroom highset home on 1,035 sqm. Timber kitchen with 5 burner gas stove, rangehood, dishwasher and a double sink.Wrap around verandahs with louvres for plenty of ventilation. Timber floors also.Lots of space below for storage or entertaining.Fenced yard.On a school bus route

Now $195,000 neg.

https://aarealty.net/property/1359/

Call Fran on 0401 191 258

Vacant land: 1,083 sqm. Town water and sewerage, rainforest at the rear of the property.

200 metres* to the beach, 900 metres* to Clump Point boat ramp, 1.4 km* to Perry Harvey Jetty.

Public toilets in 3 locations - Jetty, boat ramp and at the beach. *Approximately List #1413

Expressions of Interest close Thursday 14th of October 2021 and must be delivered to A&A Realty at 70 Edith St, Innisfail QLD 4860 by 4pm.

Inspections available by appointment.

For Information Contact on 0418 774 849 ForFurther Further Information, Contact Alf Alf on 0418 774 849

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Ladies Section: Sun Sept 19 – Results Graded Four’s Winners J Baird, S Ferrando, K Paki, D Quinn. R/up – S Rowe, G Cann, L Uhrenholt, D Begg. A big thank you to Ray, Allen, Michael, Mick, Bill and David for making up the numbers which turned out to be a great day for the club.

Coming events: Thursday Sept 30 - Social bowls visitor’s welcome contact Bowls Office on 4055 5344 and leave a message.

Men’s Section: Wednesday Sept 15 Winners - K Richardson, G Davies, D Jacoora. R/up: F Grainer, G Atkinson, R Jorgensen. Saturday Sept 18, Winners - N Giddins, D Maxwell, B Power. R/up - C Morris, R Taggart, T McAlary. Sunday 19, Championship Mixed Pairs – R Fraser, M Colmer d D Begg, R Jorgensen 17-13. G Buttigieg, D Jacoora d S Bates, G Davies 21 – 18.

Coming events: Saturday Sept 25 – Mixed Mufti “3” Bowl Triples Club select, visitor’s welcome nominations close 11.30am for play at 12.30pm. Wednesday Sept 29 - Men’s Self Select “3” Bowl Triples cash prizes plus Jackpot, visitor’s welcome. Nominations close 11.30am for play at 12.30pm Phone office on 4055 5344.

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Every Monday afternoon the West Cairns Totally and Permanently Incapacitated Memorial Bowls club meet and host mixed bowls events between 1.30pm and Wednesday September 15. Social Liz/Tania def Fran J/Annie: Joyce Ault/Lisa/ 4.30pm.

Rita def Joyce(Gwen)/Betty/Pauline.

Originally the Club was formed time when all the bowlers (all male at that time) Saturday 18 Club Championship 4’s Liz/Fran J/Tania/Rita def Joyce/Monica/ were servicemen involved in the wars. That was the origin of the name of the Annie/Lisa. Wednesday 22, social bowls as usual. If you wish to play a game club that has now progressed to its current name since all the original members give Liz a call on 0400 626 765. Names in by 10.30am, game starts 11.30am, have passed making the name to a memorial bowls club appropriate. finish around 3.00pm. Kitchen will be open if you want to order lunch. Saturday Formed about thirty years ago and is now open to both lady and gentlemen 25, 2nd round club championship 4’s Laura/Belle/Betty/Pauline v Joyce Ault/ bowlers. Currently the age of most of the members could be classified as “adRosemary/Julie/Dawn. vanced in age” or “retired”. A small joining fee is charged to cover our operating Skips if a player on your team can’t play on the date already arranged you will expenses. have to sub, forfeit or arrange another day and time.

New players and invited to join them in friendly non- competitive bowls suitable for Good bowling to all. those who would rather not play normal competition type bowls.

There are no restrictions to the age of our membership, but all players must already be a registered bowler of any bowls club either local, interstate or even overseas.

Wednesday Ladies afternoon bowls at 1pm, new players very welcome come More information is available from: Ken Broughton, Club Treasurer, Ph 40516652 along have a cuppa with us & give bowls a try. Phone the club on, 40561050.

Thursday Club Selected 3 Bowl Pairs at 1pm. Coming Events Open Fours on October 16, Open Triples on November 20.

Results for September 22.

P Anderson, C Cook 16 def S Morrison 12 E Hamann, J Dunn, L Stevenson 17 def B Anderson, A Rule, D O’Brien,13

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Ladies Social Bowls and Championship Results: Mixed Social bowls for Thursday September 16, Winners were Liz Whitehead and Barry Bolton. R/U: Lou Pomroy and Jeannie Wild.

Men’s Mixed Social Bowls: Tuesday September 14, Social bowls winners were Irene Crampton and Barry Bolton. R/U: Wendy and Mike Lynn. L/C: Yvonne Bolton and Ian Stafford. Tuesday Night bowls winners were Sony Gorton and Steve. Wednesday night September 15, winners were Frank Battye, Terry Bartholomousz and Wayne. R/U: Steve, Alan and Peter.

Saturday September 18, Social Bowls not played as the Edge Hill Classic sponsored

by WESTCO Motors began under very windy conditions. Players adapted to windy conditions to see winners over two days with 5 wins + 62 W Hewitt, M Smith, K Mitchell and S Henson. 2nd place with 5 wins +52 were D Spowart, J Walker. J Cribbin and B Cribbin. 3rd place BCF Boys 4 wins +45. 4th place was Tiraboschi team 4 wins +38 and 5th place Hubbard’s team 4 wins + 37. Five round winner teams were G Ryder, M Styles, H Mitchell, P Lee and D Turner. Club Events: Check the Notice board for all games to be played and put your nomination down for 2021-2022 “A” and “B” Singles before they close.

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Charlie Toohey/Robbie Proctor 22-22; Kiwi/Andrew Brandoline/Wayne Parkes d Col Widdows/Peter Gorsuch/Joe Girgenti 19-15; SAS/Nev Tesch/Peter Worley d John Fleming/Robert Anderson/Nathan Savage 24-20; John Cochrane/Brock Girgenti/Daryl Hoskins d Bernie Wolland/David Pumper/Gordon Henderson 2217; Peter Busch/Ted Holmes/Alistair Douglas d Billy Smith/Peter Fairchild/Michael Plummer 27-15; and the winners for the day, Steve Cue/Nev Fletcher d David Blain/Tony Brlyack 30-17. Jackpot Bowls this Saturday, names in by 12 noon with card call at 12.45pm.

A reminder there won’t be any Jackpot Bowls on Saturday October 2, (Elio Crema Cup) and October 16 (Classic 4s). The men’s section will hold Jackpot Bowls on Thursday September 30 and October 14. Times to be confirmed, plus an option for bowls to be held Monday October 4, (Queens Birthday weekend) if members are interested.

For anyone interested in playing bowls, either for the first time or returning to the game, contact David White on 0407 630 759

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MOSSMAN MEN’S BOWLS EDGE HILL MEMORIAL Saturday September 18 32 Bowlers for Jackpot Bowls. Geoff Sims/Gordon Azzopardi a draw against BOWLS CLUB

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West Cairns Men’s Bowls Club (weekly roundup) September 19.

Friday Night scroungers: - 1st Geoff Rowley with Pauline Bent R/up.

Tuesday Comp: 1st Richo, N. Hall, K. Crump 25pts and 2nd J. Wilcox, J. Lisha, K. Vivian +18pts.

Thirsty Thursday: best players were D. Evans, J. Wilcox and G. Fallon and M. Ireland.

Sunday morning: - 1st N. Kehrer, Dove and D. Lazarus 20pts 2nd was Peter, T. Mawer, Alby, Scotty +11.

Club Championship Competition played during the week.

“B” grade singles Semi Final, K. Crump 25 pts def R. Lazzarin 9pts.

“B” grade singles Final, K. Crump 25 pts def M. Lynch 17pts.

“B” grade Pairs, J. Wilcox / B. Milkota Forfeited their round game.

Games to be played this week: B grade Pairs Saturday 25, - Royston / A. Paraha Vs N. Mallyon / G. Atkinson.

Triples Saturday 25, T.Mawer/Scotty / S. Smith. Vs J.Hope / D.Lazarus / J. Duffield.

Note: Check the notice board for team nominations for Tuesday, Thursday afternoon bowls, Friday night bowls and Sunday morning bowls.

Silkwood Mixed Triples Sunday October 17, Nominations close October 11.

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MARLIN COAST BOWLS

Results of last weeks play: Tuesday afternoon Men’s Triples: First- J Crichton, R Cameron, P Sobsen, Second- Chris, P Cavanagh, A Jennings.

Tuesday Night Bowls: Spider: Andrew, Brian, Stewart, Mary, Jennifer, Winnie, Mia, Jamie, Lorrie, Michelle, Chriss, Dean Wednesday Mixed Bowls: First- V Still, C Thompson, N Newton, SecondB Clarkson, Barbara Thursday Men’s Triples: First- R Blake, S Sporter, D Phillips, SecondPaul S, B Hardwick, G McCall Saturday afternoon Walking Pairs: Winners of Winners: E Parkes, B Carson, Winners of Losers: W Lynn, M Lynn Coming events: Tuesday Afternoon men’s triples: 1.00pm start, dress optional.

Cards called at 12.45pm Tuesday night “bare foot bowls” – be here by 5.30pm for a 6pm start.

Wednesday Ladies Bowls, gentlemen invited: 1pm start, dress optional, cards called at 12.45pm Thursday Morning 3 Bowl Pairs: 8.30 start, Sheet out.

Thursday Men’s Triples, ladies invited: 1pm start, dress optional.

Cards called at 12.45pm Saturday Jackpot Walking Pairs: 1pm start, dress optional.

Cards called 12.45pm Sunday Happy Hour 4.00 till 6.00.

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Sports Dietitian app to boost performance FAR North Queensland sporting clubs will have an extra edge this season, thanks to a new app designed to boost performance.

More than 90 clubs, coaches and athletes have already registered for 12 months’ free access to the SportsDietitian.com app, and over 70 athletes have signed up since it’s launch earlier this month.

The app is like having a sports dietitian in your pocket, providing access to a range of self-guided nutrition programs, goal setting for sporting teams, recipes and food tips to support athletes at all levels, regardless of their location.

“There’s been a renewed

focus on sporting performance with the Olympic and Paralympic Games and this is a perfect time to engage particularly young athletes in a conversation about sports nutrition. We can focus on fuelling our young athletes now, so they’re ready for 2032,” said Advanced Sports Dietitian and ice mile swimmer Tara Diversi, a Co-Founder of SportsDietitian.com.

“From when I was a kid, sport was life and living regionally meant access to specialist sports health services was a little hard.

“Now, with technology, we can deliver expert sports nutrition content and advice to you in the format you like,

whenever you want, and wherever you are,” Tara said.

The app is one of 39 projects across the state to receive funding as part of the Queensland Government’s $4.1 million ActiveKIT Initiative to encourage more Queenslanders to get moving and make the active industry more resilient.

Julie McNeil from the Aspire to be Deadly Program at Cairns Hockey said she was looking forward to sharing the app with local Indigenous athletes.

“We intend to use the [SportsDietitian.com] app to support a healthy eating program through Aspire to be Deadly not just in Cairns but also in the remote communi-

ties as well,” she said.

“We know that nutrition can help with increased energy, faster recovery times and lower the risk of injury, which makes for better overall performance.”

Queensland clubs can sign up for the initiative at sportsdietitian.com/ register-your-interest and receive 12 months free access any time before July 2022.

The ActiveKIT Initiative is part of the Activate!

Queensland strategy, delivered in collaboration with Health and Wellbeing Queensland and the Department Tourism, Innovation and Sport.

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HALF MOON BAY

Tuesday September 14 Ladies: H Forster 37, F Sharp 36, D Skinner 36.

Men: I Kalas 38, P Yelland 37, L Southern 35.

Wednesday September 15 Ladies: A Tidswell 74.

Div1: P Yelland 69, W Berry 71, M Mitchell 72.

Div2: M Tookey 68, G Wadley 68, T Lisiecki 71.

Friday September 17 Ladies: C Hopper 22, C Demosthemis 22, R Grimley 21.

Men’s: Div1: J Davidson 21, O Duncan 19, J Rancourt 19.

Div2: D Bawden 20, A Armstrong 20, W Jacobsen 19.

Saturday September 18 Ladies: J Mather 38, T Lohman 37, R Smith 36.

Men’s: Div.1: V Kanakis 38, T McCarthy 37, T Silverman 37.

Div.2: J Dickinson 42, D Westerman 39,S Fisher 37.

Div.3: B Grumley 35, AHargreaves 34, D Beer 34.

Sunday September 19 Mens: Div1: B Seymour 35, N Tobias 32.

Div2: S Bell 39, J Rennie 37.

Ladies: C Atkinson 31.

MILLAA MILLAA

What a fantastic day was had by the 76 players who turned out for the John Cole Toyota Millaa Millaa Open.

The weather was perfect, and the course was in top shape.

There was a spread of players from Port Douglas to Tully and all stops in between with good numbers in all grades.

Many thanks to everyone who worked so hard to make the day so successful for players, club and our sponsor.

The winners were as follows: Best Gross: Men’s: Warrick Howwarth Ladies: Sue Duck Best Net: Men’s: Darryl DeClifford Ladies: Kitrina Harper ‘A’ Grade Net: Men’s: Des Riggs Ladies: Andrina Christis ‘B’ Grade Net: Men’s: Ken Baker Ladies: R Bradley ‘C’ Grade Net: Men’s: Les Tenni Ladies: L Marland Seniors Net: Men’s Steve Wells Ladies: Jadeen Smith 1st Nine Net: Men’s: Don McHardie Ladies: J Cambert 2nd Nine Net: Men’s Graham Suffield Ladies: M Azar, C Peconi and S Jab (3 way tie) Bradman’s: Men’s: Mal Armstrong Ladies: Carol Howard A Longest Drive: Men’s: Ross Argent Ladies: J Lambert B Longest Drive: Men’s: Alan Hapgood Ladies: R Bradley C Longest Drive: Men’s Mal Armstron Ladies: L Marland A Nearest to the Pin: Men’s Shane Vale B Nearest to the Pin: Men’s Brian Hughes

Big win for Kangaroo’s duo

THE Cairns District Ruby League, Gold Medal Awards presentation night was held last Friday at the Pullman International Hotel.

For two Cairns Kangaroo players the season could not have been more successful. Named as the competition’s Under 18 Best & Fairest Player, Makgil Deemal-Neal, playing in the halves of the Kangaroos blitzed the field winning the coveted medal.

This weekend the Kangaroo’s Under 18 team will contest the semi-final against Ivanhoe’s at Barlow Park.

Also, from the Cairns Kangaroos, Under 16 full back Jace Williams won the Best & Fairest medal, along with the distinction of highest try scorer for the competition.

Both players are long serving stalwarts of the Kangaroos, commencing originally with the club in the Under 6s.

This season both players were members of the Cowboys and Northern Pride Development squads as well as representing the Under 18 Cairns and Peninsula team that played earlier this year in Brisbane.

Next year, Jace Williams will take up an offer to attend Palm Beach Currumbin High School, Rugby League Excellence program.

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ON WHEELS PETER MCCULLAGH

IN THE late 1890s the company that would eventually become the Skoda Automobile Company had a history manufacturing bicycles in Czechoslovakia. It seems to be the perfect fit for Cairns Cars, the north’s Skoda Dealership to team with Cairns Cycling Club to sponsor this year’s Cairns Cup on Wheels.

Skoda is already a strong supporter of major cycling events such as the Tour de France and Australia’s Tour Down Under, the 2021 sponsorship of the prestigious Cairns Cup on Wheels will breathe new life into this mainstay event on the cycling calendar.

Speaking at the launch event this week Cairns Cars principal, Alan Renn said “Skoda has a long and proud history of supporting cycling and we are proud to be associated with FNQ’s premier

track cycling event. As the first title sponsor of the Skoda Cairns Cup on Wheels we see this as a great way to develop the sport in the region.”

With over $4000 to be offered in prizemoney, the Cup on Wheels will attract top riders from Cairns and further afield. Traditionally the event forms part of a series with the Mackay and Townsville clubs also hosting their own cups on wheels. In past years these two clubs have had strong representation in Cairns and 2021 should see this continue.

With more than 50 races over the 3 days of competition there will be plenty to keep the spectators entertained. Events including Keirin races, team sprints and points races promise an entertaining mix. The headline events will be the Cup on Wheels handicap races which will see riders competing over 4 laps of the 400m Smith Park track.

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The junior riders will also have a complete program of races with riders as young as 7 competing in a safe and fun environment.

Club President James Mort said “Cycling is a sport suited for people of all ages. We are very fortunate to have Skoda on board for the first time as sponsor. We look forward to a successful event and many more years of involvement by their FNQ dealer, Cairns Cars.”

This will be the first year the annual event is held at the newly rebuilt clubrooms in the Cairns suburb of Manunda. The clubroom was rebuilt in 2020 and features dedicated function areas, bicycle storage and a canteen which will be serving food and refreshments during the event.

Spectators should aim to be at the Smith Park velodrome by 6pm on Friday and Saturday nights to find a good vantage point to enjoy the racing.

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