Cairns Local News April 29 2022

April 29, 2022

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Refugees who have fled from war in Myanmar and Ukraine have been welcomed to Cairns in a touching Cultural ceremony.

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ORLD Moyamoya Day, on May 6, acknowledges and celebrates survival for those who suffer from this disease.

Moyamoya disease is a rare, progressive cerebrovascular disorder caused by blocked arteries at the base of the brain in an area called the basal ganglia.

The name “moyamoya” means “puff of smoke” in Japanese and describes the look of the tangle of tiny vessels formed to compensate for the blockage.

Registered charity Moyamoya Australia holds several events in Cairns to increase awareness of the disease, raise funds and support patients and their families. These events include the Smokey Blue Rally

and the Great Blue Pigeon Race.

To commemorate World Moyamoya Day, Moyamoya Australia has a range of activities and events planned.

On Friday, May 6, local councils will light up in blue to mark the occasion in ‘Blue for Moyamoya Day’; on Saturday, May 7, the charity will celebrate the Aussie Locums Blue Tie Gala at the Pullman Reef Hotel Casino in Cairns.

Founder of Moyamoya Australia, Nicola Baker, said the Blue Tie Gala would be an exciting event with lots of surprises.

“We have had a team of dedicated volunteers fundraising for us for the past 12 months, and at the Aussie Locums Blue Tie Gala Ball, we

are excited to be making some announcements,” Ms Baker said.

“At the Blue Tie Ball in 2021, we announced a gift of $10,000 to Macquarie University Neurosciences for their research into Moyamoya Disease.

“This year, we are very excited to hear from Professor Marcus Stoodley, head of Macquarie Neurosciences, about what they have achieved.

“We were also able to announce several small grants to families and patients of Moyamoya disease.”

Nicola Baker is the mother of a Moyamoya warrior, Jed, who had his first stroke at 11 months old.

When Jed was first diagnosed, after some years of not

knowing why Jed was so unwell, there was very little information or support for anyone suffering from Moyamoya Disease.

This rare disease can cause strokes and bleeding in the brain. It is progressive, and it has no cure.

Moyamoya Australia has been established to raise awareness of this disease and support those living with it.

“We celebrate World Moyamoya Day each year on May 6 and work tirelessly to share our story so that this disease is not misdiagnosed,” Ms Baker said.

Moyamoya Australia wants

to encourage people to participate in the Blue Tie Gala Ball to raise funds for research on Moyamoya disease and support patients.

It is an occasion for people to dress nicely in blue, savour a three-course meal and a fourhour drinks package, receive a lovely gift bag and enjoy live entertainment for a good cause.

Nicola Baker and her family at the Moyamoya Blue Tie Gala Ball 2021

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ORE than 30 people from Myanmar and Ukraine who have fled from war in their countries were welcomed to Cairns with a traditional Aussie morning tea at Centacare FNQ Multicultural Services this week.

Minjil Cultural Services were in charge of the official Welcome to Country, and they presented a gift to the new arrivals after their welcome ceremony.

Most Reverend Bishop James Foley conducted the Welcome Blessing, and he recounted stories about his travel to Ukraine during the 1980s.

The Honorable Warren Entsch MP and Michael Healy MP attended the morning tea.

They spoke of the importance of supporting people who flee the conflict in their countries and seek refuge in Australia.

The group included families with young children, the elderly and teenagers who are studying while in Australia.

Schoolteacher and psychologist Ganna Chumachenko from Kyiv in Ukraine, arrived in Cairns three weeks ago.

She fled the country with her husband and daughter.

Ms Chumachenko said

FROM > PAGE 1 she was touched by the warm reception Australia had given her.

“It is my first time in Australia, and I have been amazed at how open and welcoming the people have been and how willing they have been to help,” she said.

“I would really like to say a big thank you to Australia for making my family welcome here and not only my family but lots of other families as well.”

Centacare FNQ has a long history of supporting migrant communities and refugees settling in the region.

Centacare FNQ’s Executive Director Anita Veivers said

Minjil Cultural Services perform a welcome ceremony for the new arrivals

this was a time when FNQ residents needed to be kind and open towards the communities seeking refuge.

“This is a chance for us to come together and warmly welcome our newest arrivals to the region from Ukraine and Myanmar,” Ms Veivers said.

“It is a very special time for both communities being Ukrainian Easter and Thingyan (Myanmar New Year).

“Together, we can show them that they have all the support and love in their settlement journey from our entire FNQ community.”

The morning tea was a great opportunity to share time with the families and under-

stand how the FNQ residents can continue to support them as a community.

Centacare FNQ also thanked their partners TAFE, Cairns Safer Streets, Sun Pacific College, Diocese of Cairns, Refugee Health and the Queensland Program of Assistance to Survivors of Torture and Trauma for their ongoing support in the settlement process of these families and individuals.

The team at Centacare FNQ highlighted that together, as a community, we can help those fleeing their war-torn homelands to feel safe and supported.

MULGRAVE ROAD, BROWN STREET WORKS COMPLETE CULVERT works to improve safety and reliability of the network at Mulgrave Road and Brown Street intersection are now complete.

Member for Cairns Michael Healy said the $3.5 million project was funded with the $400 million Queensland Government’s COVID-19 stimulus package.

“This project was made possible because of the Palaszczuk Government’s overall record $27.5 billion four-year roads and transport plan,” Mr Healy said.

“A plan creating 24,000 jobs and driving Queensland’s economic recovery from COVID-19.

“Driving jobs and industry alongside this is the $164 million Smithfield Bypass, the $225 million Cairns Southern Access Corridor, and the $300 million Cairns Western Arterial Road Duplication.

“These works demonstrate the Palaszczuk Government’s commitment to not only helping regional motorists get where

they’re going quicker but making their trip as safe as possible too.

“These intersection works involved replacing the culvert under the road and resurfacing over the culvert crossing.

“Freight traffic is also better accommodated with improved safety on this essential passage to Cairns’ central business district.

“It’s all working towards safer roads for Far North Queensland.

“I would like to thank the community and motorists for their ongoing patience while this important project was carried out.”

The funding boost was announced as part of the Palaszczuk Government’s Economic Recovery Strategy: Unite and Recover for Queensland Jobs, to help the state recover from COVID-19 with a focus on backing local jobs.

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New corrections officers improve community safety Fifteen new custodial correctional officers were sworn into their roles at the Lotus Glen Correctional Centre in Mareeba

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UEENSLAND’S newest corrective services officers move to the frontline of public safety today, working to reduce reoffending to keep Far North Queensland safe.

Fifteen new custodial correctional officers were sworn into their roles at a Queensland Corrective Services’ (QCS) graduation ceremony in Mareeba on Friday, April 22.

Acting Assistant Commissioner Northern Region Command Eloise Hamlett congratulated the graduates who joined

the forward-thinking agency at an exciting time of transformation and growth.

“Queensland Corrective Services is an essential part of our criminal justice system, delivering innovative, effective, evidence-based correctional services which contribute to a safer Queensland,” Acting Assistant Commissioner Hamlett said.

“Correctional officers prioritise public safety every day, ensuring prisoners and offenders are less likely to return to crime.

“Every interaction they have is an opportunity to address offending behaviour and improve prisoners’ vocational and life skills, assisting in their rehabilitation and reintegration back into the community.

Acting Assistant Commissioner Hamlett said the new officers were ready to take on the many challenges of working in a correctional centre after successfully completing the paid 10-week Custodial Officer Entry Program.

“Our correctional officers

are equipped with the highest level of training, skills, and support to perform their roles safely and effectively.

“We acknowledge their achievement and commitment to model the key principles of the Corrections 2030 strategy - safety, respect, excellence, empowerment and accountability.”

The 15 graduating officers will be posted to Lotus Glen Correctional Centre, which comprises high and low-security facilities.

The ceremony also recog-

nised long-standing officers with the QCS Long Service and Good Conduct Medal for 20 years’ service and the Commissioner’s Medal for retiring officers.

Acting Assistant Commissioner Hamlett said Queensland Corrective Services was actively recruiting to fill positions across the State.

“QCS offers an excellent opportunity for people throughout Queensland to join a frontline public safety agency and make a real difference to

their community.

“There are many career paths in QCS, from custodial correctional officers, trade instructors, dog squad officers, psychologists, social workers and administrative roles, all of which play a vital role in managing and rehabilitating prisoners.”

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Funded by the partnership between the Australian Government’s Reef Trust and the Great Barrier Reef Foundation, the Program is the first of its kind to be co-designed with Reef Traditional Owners.

The Great Barrier Reef Foundation, the Reef and Rainforest Research Centre and INLOC will implement the program in a collaborative effort to ensure Indigenous cultural considerations are taken into account in protecting the Reef and marine life.

The organisations involved worked with a Traditional Owner Advisory Group for over 12 months to co-design this Program to ensure cultural sensitivity.

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Managing Director of the Reef & Rainforest Research Centre (RRRC), Sheriden Morris, said Crown-of-thorns starfish posed a significant risk for the Great Barrier Reef and taking action is necessary.

“Outbreaks of COTS pose a significant threat to the GBR. Through constraining these outbreaks and keeping more coral alive, we create more opportunities to build the overall resilience of the Reef,” Ms Morris said.

The training is structured to give trainees a balance between classroom time and hands-on learning and ensure that participants maintain linkages in their home communities.

The program incorporates block learning periods at the INLOC Training Centre in Cairns and community-based projects on-country over 18 months.

Chief Executive Officer of the INLOC Group Paul Boag said that joining the COTS program would offer many benefits.

“We are recruiting 20 young Traditional Owners, aged between

20 and 30 years, to join this rewarding and challenging traineeship,” Mr Boag said.

“Trainees will enjoy the full support of expert instructors, including indigenous mentors and pastoral care.

“The Program covers both classroom and fieldwork (including deployments onboard COTS vessels).

“It’s a fantastic opportunity for young people to earn an income while you are gaining valuable new skills, including SCUBA accreditation and boat management while playing a vital role in the protection of their environment.”

More than 70 Traditional Owner groups span the length of the Great Barrier Reef and continue to maintain Lore and customs through custodial responsibilities and obligations.

Interested candidates can apply for the traineeship by completing the online application form at www.cotsto.org

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QUEENSLAND’S hat-trick of long weekends this month is on track to generate up to $2 billion for the State’s tourism operators.

Tourism Minister Stirling Hinchliffe said great deals on Queensland getaways for the third long weekend in a row - Labour Day – were still available.

“This Friday afternoon marks the last of Queensland’s hat-trick of April long weekends, starting with record travel for Easter,” Mr Hinchliffe said.

“Queensland’s Labour Day long weekend comes primed with a solid calendar of events from the Gold Coast to Cairns and west to Longreach.

“We’re encouraging Queenslanders to explore their back yard this Labour Day long weekend.”

“Whether it’s sport, adventure, fishing or film, there’s a lot to love, see and do in regional Queensland this Labour Day long weekend,” Mr Hinchliffe said.

“Events bring visitors who support local jobs and tourism economies across regional Queensland.

“There are always terrific holiday deals on the Queensland.com website, and this weekend is no exception.

“We know there’s getaway capacity with accommodation occupancy around 70% in many destinations, including the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and the Tropical North.

“The Whitsundays is set to be a star performer this weekend with good forward bookings nudging 74%.

“Ultiqa hotels and resorts have 15% off two-night stays in Brisbane.

“Short break capacity for this coming long weekend is expected to fill, so now’s the perfect time to pack a bag, pick an event and find your best deal.”

Mr Hinchliffe said during Easter, Brisbane, Cairns and Gold Coast airports all recorded their busiest days for air travel since the start of the Covid pandemic.

“Early indications suggest domestic tourism spending in

Queensland during the hat-trick of long weekends in April is expected to peak at around $2 billion,” Mr Hinchliffe said.

“It’s a good result with Easter visitors to Queensland up 21% on last year.

“Tourism operators also recorded strong booking figures for the ANZAC Day long weekend, which coincided with the end of school holidays in NSW and Victoria.

“Occupancy rates on the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Cairns and the Whitsundays held at 83 per cent on average through the week with interstate visitors extending Easter breaks into ANZAC Day. QTIC CEO Daniel Gschwind said Easter had been a game-changer for tourism operators.

“The Easter weekend certainly delivered the turnaround and the mood for tourism operators that we had hoped for,” Mr Gschwind said.

“The ANZAC weekend and the long weekend ahead of us are giving the industry the boost we need after the struggle we have had over the past two years.”

LONG WEEKEND EVENTS FEATURED ON ’IT’S LIVE! IN QUEENSLAND’ EVENTS CALENDAR INCLUDE:

• North Queensland Games (Townsville) • Road to Rodeo (Longreach) • AFL Premiership game St. Kilda v Port Adelaide (Cairns) • Scenic Rim Adventure Festival (Brisbane, Scenic Rim) • Gold Coast Film Festival (Gold Coast) • Boyne Tannum Hookup (Gladstone) • Australian Volleyball Beach Masters (Capricorn) • Yungaburra Triathlon (Atherton Tablelands, Cairns and Great Barrier Reef region) • Gold Coast Open (surfing) (Burleigh, Gold Coast)

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RESIDENTS SPEAKING UP AGAINST THE PROPOSED WIND FARMS

Quarantine requirements to ease in Queensland QUEENSLAND Health authorities removed quarantine requirements for close contacts from 6pm, Thursday, April 28.

Health Minister Yvette D’Ath said the relaxation of the rules was the next step towards managing COVID safely in the community and getting our lives back.

“When COVID reached our state, Queenslanders pulled together to deliver one of the world’s most successful pandemic responses,” the Minister said.

“At every stage of the pandemic, Queenslanders followed the health advice to protect them and their loved ones and keep our economy strong.

“The health advice means we can now take the next step and remove quarantine requirements for close contacts.

“This will provide a muchneeded boost to businesses and allow many workers to return to their jobs.

“Because we’ve listened to the health advice and more than 92% are fully vaccinated, Queenslanders can move forward with

increased confidence.”

The measures that kicked in on Thursday only apply to asymptomatic close contacts.

Close contacts who have symptoms of COVID-19 will be required to test and isolate until these symptoms resolve, even if they return a negative RAT result.

Under the new arrangements, close contacts will need to wear masks outside their home for seven days and will need to have a negative COVID-19 test result every second day since becoming a close contact.

Minister D’Ath said close contacts who work in a vulnerable setting will still need to meet a range of criteria, including meeting the vaccination requirements, wearing a mask at all times, being free of symptoms, and undertaking regular COVID-19 testing.

“We’ll continue to ensure our pandemic response prioritises the health and wellbeing of all Queenslanders,” the Minister said.

Also, from Thursday, April 28, unvaccinated travellers were allowed to enter Queensland

without quarantine.

“This will deliver a shot in the arm to our tourism industry,” the Minister said.

“We hope to see many thousands of international travellers visiting Queensland thanks to these changes.”

Whether vaccinated or unvaccinated, international arrivals will still need to return a negative COVID-19 test result within 24 hours of their arrival and will need to undertake further testing if they develop symptoms.

Chief Health Officer Dr John Gerrard said that it was important for all Queenslanders to continue to take precautions when needed.

“It is essential that common sense continues to prevail as we move out of this pandemic,” Dr Gerrard said.

“By no means should we consider this pandemic to be over.

“All Queenslanders should continue to use the techniques we already know; wash your hands, wear a mask when you are unable to distance yourself, and stay at home if you are unwell.”

Bob Katter, Shane Knuth, and Ravenshoe residents near the Kaban wind farm site. (Credit Brian Cassey)

KENNEDY MP, Bob Katter, attended a community meeting on the weekend in Tully. Residents expressed their concerns about major wind farms proposed along the Great Dividing Range behind world heritage rainforests in North Queensland.

The developments include: • The under-construction Kaban wind farm (28 turbines).

• The proposed Chalumbin wind farm (94 turbines).

• The proposed Mount Fox wind farm (97 turbines).

Mr Katter said he supported wind farms in locations like Hughenden, where there isn’t a high proliferation of birdlife, wildlife, and rainforest, but said he tenaciously opposed the projects along the Great Dividing Range.

“When you put it here, you are putting it beside the greatest proliferation of birdlife in the world,” Mr Katter said.

“The developers want to put these wind farms and their

70-meter-wide access roads on the tops of mountains which causes erosion.

“They are placing the wind farms here because it is on the existing transmission lines and cheap for them, but it sure is an expense for nature and our wildlife.

“The people in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane might not care about our wildlife, but we certainly do.”

Mr Katter said he supported a moratorium on wind farms being constructed beside world heritage rainforests along the Great Dividing Range.

In a recent letter, Federal Environment Minister Sussan Ley confirmed that the Chalumbin and Upper Burdekin wind farms are being assessed under the EPBC Act and that the public will have a chance to have their say.

“What is our beautiful nature wonderland is being turned into an industrial wasteland,” he said.

“The opponents of these wind farms are making great progress.

“We’ve had three meetings with Federal Environment Minister Sussan Ley, who can block these wind farms under the EPBC Act. She’s promised to come up to Ravenshoe.

“I put the wind farm developers on notice that they should notify their investors of these developments.

“The State Government has also told the developers of the Chalumbin wind farm that their environmental reports were not up to scratch and to redo them.

“If the State and Federal Governments are fair-dinkum about saving the planet, then they should build Copperstring transmission line between Townsville and Mount Isa and build the wind farms out west where there’s no rainforest or high proliferation of wildlife.”

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Visual Arts Awards Open

Traditional ceramic Llama sculpture, miniatures, and stickers. Facebook and Instagram posts followed the Llamas out into the real world.

One of the portraits by Anais Neisler.

By Maria Larkins TALENTED SENIOR secondary school students have an opportunity to display their work and receive recognition in the Creative Generation Excellence Awards for 2022.

All Queensland state and non-

state schools offering senior visual art can submit artworks by up to four students.

Last year, the Cairns and Tablelands regions were very well represented with students from 14 schools exhibiting an impressive range of sculptures, installations, paintings,

photographs, videos, prints, and drawings.

Tom Cuzzubbo from St Augustine’s College and Varni Nona from Cairns State High School received Excellence Awards. Anais Neisler from St Monica’s College was awarded the Regional Encourage prize.

A total of 9 students received Commendations. There were 40 entrants featured in the online gallery.

Cuzzubbo’s, The Llama Project, featured traditional ceramic sculptures with Facebook and Instagram accounts taking the subject out of the gallery into

other real and virtual worlds.

Nona’s work titled, The Australian Constitution, comprised a series of fine art drawings and letter stamps documenting Indigenous people’s experience of the national parliament and legal system.

Anais Neisler’s multi-media

installation, The Pursuit of Happiness, featured two hyper-realistic portraits and an animation.

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PIONEER VILLAGE ALL STEAMED UP FOR THE FESTIVAL WEEKEND

Littmus Steampunk Band will be back on stage at historic Elderslie House

HERBERTON HISTORICAL VILLAGE. Machinery, volunteers and the Village team are working up a head of steam for this year’s much-anticipated Pioneer Weekend on May 7 and 8.

The ever-popular Littmus Steampunk Band will be back on stage at historic Elderslie House, while various machines, including the fully restored 1905 Marshall Steam Traction Engine, are fired throughout the weekend.

Other live music acts will

have toes tapping throughout the village - Now Or Never will perform at Ada’s Frock Salon, Kate Hunter at the Pioneer Camp, Dana Martin at Maytown Farmer’s Home and Ben Wilson at the old Grocery Store.

There are lots of interesting and entertaining options for festival-goers over both days.

Those dressing for the occasion can strut to impress the judges of the Pioneer Fashions On The Field at the Bakerville Tearooms

front lawn at 12.15pm Saturday and Sunday.

For a more down to earth experience, have a go at tin panning or check out the bush cooking, engine start ups, Tinlander Train Rides (10:00am-2:30pm) and expert demonstrations of various vintage skills, including blacksmithing and woodworking.

Big kids and little kids can take part in old-fashioned children’s games, meet the working pack donkeys, take a pony ride or

check out the animals at the baby animal farm.

Historic Village Herberton owners Craig and Connie Kimberley said everyone looked forward to the annual Pioneer Weekend, which continued to attract old friends and new over the two days.

“The pioneer ‘Fashions on the Field’ is always a lot of fun, and there is all sorts of interesting specialties like the antique apothecary talks and book binding at

Martin’s Chemist, the spinning wheel demonstration at Elderslie House and Wild River Mountain Distillery tasting at the Tin Pannikin pub,” Mr Kimberley said.

Pioneer Weekend entertainment also includes vintage machinery demonstrations, a treasure hunt and loads of other family fun - the kids can even create their own ‘wanted poster’ on the Herberton Times newspaper printing press.

There is also great fare on

offer - tuck into some bush cooking at the Pioneer Camp, indulge at the Red Cross tea and coffee and light snacks stall, sink a snag from the Lions Club sausage sizzle or grab a coffee from the Mobile Coffee Gallery Café.

Pioneer Weekend will be held at the Historic Village Herberton, on the Atherton Tablelands, from 9am till 5pm, May 7 and 8.

For more information visit www.historicvillageherberton. com.au

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COLLABORATIVE EAR …HEALTH PILOT DELIVERS POSITIVE OUTCOMES

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EAR disease in rural and remote communities is occurring at alarmingly high rates, with limited access to health services and providers contributing to the problem.

Community pharmacists play a vital role as primary health care providers by supporting rural patients in a new intervention pilot called LISTEN UP (Locally Integrated Screening and Testing Ear aNd aUral Program).

The pilot, run in two rural Queensland communities for six months, supported trained community pharmacists in conducting ear examinations using video otoscopy and tympanometry for patients presenting with ear complaints.

Participating pharmacies now offer services independent of the Pilot program.

Dr Selina Taylor, Pharmacy Academic, Centre for Rural & Remote Health at James Cook University, said that the LISTEN

UP pilot had already seen positive patient outcomes from community pharmacist and GP collaboration.

“Community pharmacists are playing a vital collaborative role in primary health care to support rural patients,” Dr Taylor said.

“Participating pharmacists follow the LISTEN UP protocol and make patient recommendations, which could include no treatment, pharmacy-only products, or referral to a general practitioner via an embedded direct referral pathway.

“Many patients present in their community pharmacy with ear pain or a blocked ear.

“The pilot supports those patients to receive primary health care in a timely manner, reducing potential emergency department presentations or negative patient outcomes.”

“Patients have already positively described the service from their local community pharmacy and commented how trusted,

trained and knowledgeable their pharmacist is.”

Dr Taylor said that collaboration between community pharmacists and GPs resulted in better outcomes.

“Primary health care professionals, including community pharmacists, GPs, specialist medical officers and others in the rural communities have been collaborating on the LISTEN UP pilot,” she said.

“Health outcomes for the local communities continue to be improved through community pharmacists practising towards their full scope and primary health care professionals working together.”

“The LISTEN UP pilot is a step in the direction for rural community pharmacists to be working to their full scope of practice and improving patient health outcomes in their local community.”

DEVIL’S THUMB SUMMIT CLOSING TO VISITORS A Tropical North Queensland tour operator has ceased offering the famous Devil’s Thumb hike to support the wishes of Traditional Owners, who will soon begin the process of restricting visitor access to the 1,000m-high peak north of Port Douglas.

Back Country Bliss owner Jason Heffernan said he had been granted a National Park permit in March 2018, allowing his company to offer guided full-day tours of the Manjal Jimalji Trail to its peak in the Daintree National Park.“I was the first operator to apply for a permit for the Manjal Jimalji Trail and had to wait 40 days for Queensland Parks to check with the Traditional Owners for any objections due to cultural significance to obtain the permit,” Mr Heffernan said.

“Four years later, I have just discovered the Eastern Yalanji people are seeking to protect the site by installing a Restricted Access Area around the Devil’s Thumb at the top of the trail, which would prevent hikers from the thrill of being on top of that rock.

“I have spoken with Jabalbina Yalanji Aboriginal Corporation,

and knowing the Eastern Yalanji peoples’ wishes, I do not feel it is right for the tour to continue.

“As a former guide at Uluru, I was trained in cultural protocols, and I respect the site’s cultural significance to the Eastern Yalanji people. “Accessing the rock at the top of Manjal Jimalji is the payoff for the challenging 10-hour hike, so it is not worth operating the tour without it.”

The Grade 4 hiking trail is recommended for experienced, fit hikers with a 10.6km return trail traversing spectacular rainforest featuring mountain tea tree coral fern and views of Port Douglas from the lookout.

Mr Heffernan said he has been keen to train an Eastern Kuku Yalanji guide and had a 23- yearold Indigenous guide from outside the region starting this month.

“Back Country Bliss’s first Indigenous trainee guide will begin on April 27, training at the Mossman Gorge Centre one day a week and working four days a week as a guide on our Mossman Gorge Adventure Day, which includes river drift snorkelling,” he said.

Jabalbina Yalanji Aboriginal

Corporation Chair Michelle Friday said Manjal Jimalji is a sacred site and can only be accessed with the permission of key Elders who must accompany the visitors.

“Eastern Yalanji people want to share their sacred country and culture with visitors but appreciating this culture also means protecting sacred places such as the Devil’s Thumb,” Ms Friday said.

“The Eastern Yalanji people are keen to work with the tourism industry to share their beautiful country with visitors and welcome tourism operators who want to tread on our land and our sacred places with respect.

“Jabalbina has received funding to promote partnerships with the existing tourism industry over the coming years, and Eastern Yalanji Elders want to see tourism in their country be successful by building partnerships with the existing industry.

“The Elders acknowledge the respect Back Country Bliss has for their country and are keen to explore other routes with Jason,” she said.

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KILLING OF CAPE YORK CATTLE IN NATIONAL PARKS

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CIENTISTS say dingoes are genetically distinct from domestic dogs and may play different roles within the ecosystem – calling into question the wisdom of culling them.

Associate Professor Matt Field from JCU’s Centre for Tropical Bioinformatics and Molecular Biology co-led a study that compared the dingo genome to that of five domestic dogs.

He said while dogs are uniquely associated with human dispersal, dingoes are an intriguing case, being geographically isolated for thousands of years.

“We think dingoes arrived in Australia 5,000 to 8,500 years ago, whereas the first domestic dogs weren’t brought to Australia until 1788,” Dr Field said.

“With the expansion of settlement, domestic dog DNA has mixed with the dingo gene pool.

To what extent is the question.”

The scientists compared the genome of a desert dingo to that of a Boxer, a German Shepherd, a Basenji, a Great Dane and a Labrador Retriever.

“Our results suggest that distinct demographic and environmental conditions have shaped the dingo genome. In contrast, artificial human selection has likely shaped the genomes of domestic breed dogs after divergence from the dingo,” Dr Field said.

He said this reinforces the view that the dingo genome is structurally and evolutionarily distinct from domestic breed dogs, which may translate into functional differences in the ecosystem.

“Dingoes often consume the most abundant species in native ecosystems, including marsupials and reptiles with high protein, low fat and low carbohydrate content.

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shaped by feeding on starch-rich diets in the Neolithic period, highfat diets during the agricultural revolution and by artificial selection for breed-specific traits,” said Dr Field.

He said the inability to identify pure dingoes solely from their appearance and behaviour has led to a debate on their role in the ecosystem.

“This leads to politicians questioning the value of conservation efforts of this ancient dog. Focused studies examining the roles of pure dingoes in the ecosystem and the consequences of hybridisation are urgently required,” said Dr Field.

Dr Field co-led this study with Professor Bill Ballard at LaTrobe University. This work represents a truly global effort with 25 collaborators from 10 institutes spanning four countries.

Shoot to kill cattle operations in Cape York must stop now, Member for Hill Shane Knuth said.

Mr Knuth said for years, parks and wildlife had been performing shoot-to-kill operations, indiscriminately killing unbranded and branded cattle, often without any or little notice to surrounding landowners who own most of the cattle.

“The department needs to communicate with landowners, who are rarely notified and often held up by government bureaucracy, sometimes waiting up to 50 days before obtaining a permit to collect their branded cattle from national parks,” Mr Knuth said.

“Cattle are continually shot before landowners are given permission to enter parks to muster their cattle, which is a huge economic loss to the region.”

Over the past three years, he said more than 5,000 cattle, which could be worth more than $6m on today’s market, have been shot on orders from the Department of Environment.

“Why are neighbouring

properties to Cape York National Parks given only one week’s notice, or no notice before the killing of cattle occurs?” he said.

“And when adequate notice is given, it’s always during the wet season when it is far too difficult and dangerous to muster cattle.

“I call on the Minister to fix this long-standing issue, streamline the permit process, instruct the department to give adequate notice and work with landowners to muster valuable cattle instead of destroying this income stream.”

Sally Witherspoon, who has been involved in the cattle industry on Cape York for more than 50 years (and still runs cattle on a northern Peninsula sublease), said that National Parks are putting the final nail in the coffin of the beef industry in North Queensland.

“There is a ridiculous rule that you must contact Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service 40 days before submitting a Permit to Muster application,” Mrs Witherspoon said.

“The application takes

time to be assessed and could then be denied for some reason. For example, too late in the season for a muster.

“National Parks should not be purchased unless there are funds to fully fence and maintain the Park.

“They are the worst neighbours one could wish for with little to no weed control, no fences, nobody living on the property, little firefighting capability, and a propensity to shoot cattle.

“Shooting from a helicopter is often not humane, and it is distressing to think our cattle are being cruelly “hunted” and may be left to die a slow death.

“It is very telling that graziers on Cape York Peninsula and the north-eastern coast of Queensland are being forced out of business in the only areas of Queensland that have guaranteed rainfall.

“I believe that this is part of a state government drive to disrupt food production.

A plan that is also evidenced by the recent slashing of the Queensland Mackerel quota,” she said.

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Shooting from a helicopter is often not humane, and it is distressing to think our cattle are being cruelly “hunted” and may be left to die a slow death.

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HEN I was a child growing up on the family cattle station near Cloncurry, on Anzac Day my brothers and I would salute one of the old stockmen: “Tex”.

He smoked rollies from a Capstan tin and always had a ready supply of Vincent medicated powder in his top pocket.

He had a veggie garden, and would shoot the feral cats that dared come and attack the chooks.

I knew he had been to war somewhere like Tobruk, and often he and my father would have a beer talking about nothing in particular.

On Anzac Day we would salute him, but as children, we had no real understanding of his sacrifice.

Tex never spoke about his wartime service, and as I think back I get a sense he was battling demons hardly any of us could imagine. With his rollies, his powders, his garden and his place, he was content. While such a simple existence might not appeal to many, I imagine it was luxury after being on the front lines in North Africa.

I recently had the privilege of meeting Martin Shaw, president of Wounded Heroes Australia, a charity aiming to end veteran suicide and homelessness.

The charity provides emergency support and hardship relief for veterans and their families by buying food, accommodation and paying bills.

Martin cites official statistics that show about 5,800 ex-servicepeople are homeless at some stage in any 12-month period.

His passion and drive for this cause is infectious, and he’s not alone.

Some of the other services helping Defence personnel adjust to life after service include Mates4Mates, Soldier On Australia, Women Veterans Network Australia, Legacy, and the RSL. In Townsville, we also have The Oasis providing a dedicated space to help veterans transition to civilian life, prevent homelessness and provide counselling, legal support and employment training.

The Federal Government invests nearly $12 billion a year to support more than 340,000 veterans and their families, but the battle to ensure not one of them ends up a statistic will never end. There is always more that can be done, and I’m grateful we have so many non-government organisations also active in this space.

As we celebrate another stirring performance by our veterans at the Invictus Games in The Netherlands this month, I say thank you to veterans’ support groups, all current and ex-servicepeople, and to those who went before them – like Tex – far from home, enduring hell in far off lands for a country they loved.

We owe it to them to be worthy of their bravery.

Senator Susan McDonald

Electric Busses for Cairns Whilst the electric buses announcement for Cairns is welcomed for our transitioning to alternate energy sources for environmental benefit, State and Federal Governments must also recognise the importance of product stewardship to enable these products to be recycled at their end-of-life cycle.

In dealing with waste management or what we now term resource recovery, such usually falls to local government. State and Federal Government’s with their Waste Management policies and imposing targets and at State level a levy to have waste diverted from landfill has our local Councils educating its residents in adopting a reduce, recycle, reuse, and recover model.

In meeting these targets State and Federal government’s need to invest in creating markets for recycled products and in projects that drive waste to energy private investment and in product stewardship that enables renewables to be manufactured in a way that allows better recycling rates.

With electrical vehicles and their lithium batteries, currently only 5% of such can be recycled due to financial costs and the limited technology currently available.

Such product stewardship is also important for other batteries, solar panels and wind turbines, otherwise the environmental benefits of renewables are lost at the end of their life cycle, if we can’t improve their recycling rates through their design and manufacturing processes.

Cr Brett Moller, Deputy Chair, Local Authority Waste Management Action Committee Inc

To the Editor It’s been 158 years since the world’s first climate alarmist, George Perkins Marsh, wrote, “The earth is fast becoming an unfit home for its noblest inhabitant, and another era of equal human crime and human improvidence … would reduce it to such a condition of impoverished productiveness, of shattered surface, of climatic excess, as to threaten the depravation, barbarism, and perhaps even extinction of the species.”

It’s been 52 years since the first Earth Day when advanced Western free-market capitalist nations began diligently applying pollution reduction technologies to all forms of industry to reduce real pollutants, such as CO, NOx, SO2, lead, and PM2.5 particulates, by as much as 99%.

It’s been nearly 34 years since the global warming scare and the war on CO2 began, with a key feature of the overheating of the planet from the molecule that feeds all plants being sharply rising seas flooding all the low-lying cities of the world.

Yet here we are in 2022 with more people, more food, more technology, more luxury, and more clean air and water than there’s been at any time since that first climate alarmist wrote his first scary tale.

Even better, there’s no sign of the rising seas from the melted polar ice caps that we were repeatedly told would be gone by 2013 at the latest, proving conclusively that CO2 was unfairly demonised and remains nothing but plant food.

Climate alarmists are just a cult of brainwashed scientifically illiterate conformists, skilfully manipulated by extreme-left political activists who are desperately seeking power over everyone else.

That is why this federal election is so important. Both the LNP and ALP are committed to a “Net Zero” plan that will do precisely zero for the environment, but which will lock in control of the Australian economy, and all Australians with it, by the unelected international cabal that has subverted the United Nations.

If we want to return to the prosperity that most Aussies over

30 grew up with, we must accept that our legacy political parties have been subverted and we must abandon any loyalty we have for them.

This election we need to give the LNP, ALP and Greens our last three preferences.

Peter Campion - United Australia Party candidate for Kennedy, Tolga

To the Editor I have previously sent this email to A Albanese, S Morrison, R McClelland, C Porter, and B Shorten.

As you see on the news there are flooding in areas of Queensland, New South Wales and there will probably be more States affected.

There are many homes without power and roads are being washed away by heavy rain. All politicians must work together for the benefit of the nation.

Australia must be a neutral country as in a war all are losers.

Australia is one of the biggest islands in the world and we have mines which produce iron ore, coal, gold and many other minerals that can be exported to other countries.

There are areas that can produce crops for export as well as cattle and sheep. That is why we should have rail lines and roads to all areas as well as electricity lines.

We should have wind and solar power in some inland areas such as at Alice Springs and other inland areas. Surveyors and engineers will know the best creeks and rivers, so they flow inland and where to put bridges. Rail lines should be about a meter above ground level.

In low lying areas and in sandy areas a vibrator should be used to pack the loose soil for new rail lines. In all areas there will be dual lines. There would be transmission lines, so electricity is available in all areas.

This would open up more areas that can be cut up into blocks that can be sold for more agriculture and crops that can be sold to other countries. Without water all land is desert, but inland areas can be drilled for water and when drilling, minerals will be found that will be a bonus for the country. Deposits of bauxite will be found, and this will supply the aluminium used in the new transmission lines.

There will be areas for wind power and there will be more windmills, so water is available for all including wildlife. With more water, trees will be planted as well as fruit trees and many orchards will be able to supply fruit for market. Australia will soon be the biggest producer of food products, and these too will be exported as production increases.

There will be more tourism, and some will return to start a business or other project such as a sheep or cattle property. With more agriculture and exports Australia will be the best and safest country in the world.

There are talented people in Parliament, and they will work together to make Australia the best and a neutral country. In our large cities there are many people out of work. That is why there will be workers available for new rail lines and developing the inland areas of Australia.

At the next election, I am sure that the Labor Party will win and make Australia a neutral country and start now campaigning for the election. I am sure most Australians will agree. I would appreciate your reply as watching TV, I am sure that you are doing a good job.

Thank you, Tommy, Port Douglas

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THE Port Douglas Neighbourhood Centre has partnered with the Chatty Café movement to launch Queensland’s first Chatty Café – to help encourage our community to have a chat and reconnect.

Chatty Café is a global movement to help bring people together, reduce social isolation and build social connections within the local community – something we all need right now!

Come and join us every

Thursday for Chatty Café at The Tin Shed – and enjoy a free cuppa and a chat.

Sometimes all it takes is a chat over a hot cuppa to brighten the day and that’s what Chatty Cafes are all about. People on their own, in a couple, with a friend, carers, people with babies and children, grandparents – people of all ages and walks of life. Chatty Café events are for everyone.

So, if you want to connect

more with your local community, meet new people, or just enjoy the company of others – why not join us! Chatty Café happens weekly upstairs, in an accessible air conditioned space at the Tin Shed, Port Douglas.

For further details on the Chatty Café movement visit chattycafeaustralia.org.au or check out socials.

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COUNCIL NEWS ...

Connecting small businesses with large buyers

Small and family businesses are invited to a ‘Meet the Buyer’ speed networking session with big Cairns organisations and government agencies, hosted by Council and the Department of Employment Small Business and Training.

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AFL has returned to Cairns with St Kilda taking on Port Adelaide at Cazalys Stadium tomorrow (Saturday 30 April).

First bounce is at 7.25pm. Tickets available via Ticketek.

The free event is on Wednesday 4 May, from 3.45pm to 7pm, at Council’s Spence Street office.

Small businesses are invited to register before May 2 to pitch their goods and services and find out about tender opportunities.

Buyers attending the session include MiHaven, FGF, Norship, Austal, ICN Gateway, JCU, TAFE Queensland, Cairns Convention Centre and Council.

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ORPORATE Bowls is about to return to Mossman Bowls Club, with the Manager Greg ‘Harry’ Potter looking for friends and work colleagues to form teams that will represent local businesses and charities.

Each team entrant will become a sponsor of the competition and their branding will be plugged over the duration of the event.

Helping to promote the enjoyable sport of social barefoot bowls, the competition will run midweek over five weeks starting on Wednesday May 4th, with team nominations closing on May 2nd.

Apart from being a great way to meet new people, the main idea of the event is simply to have some midweek enjoyment. Rest assured, however, most teams will also be keen to not show themselves

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up and try to end each evening with a win.

The eventual winning team gains naming rights to the following years competition, with local business Tshinta fronting this year’s event as result of some great bowls last year.

The competition is also kindly supported by Corona.

Last year, myself and colleagues from FAB FM took to the green and had a thoroughly fun but challenging time, so I would definitely recommend it.

Trust me, you’ll soon be aware that bowls is not just for the more senior members of the community but can be enjoyed by both children and adults. If you’ve never played lawn bowls before, there will be plenty of support and advice from the more experienced players at the club. You may even find that you get the ‘bowls bug’ and become a

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As a final word of encouragement and to hopefully whet your appetite further, if you’ve never had the pleasure of a visit to Mossman Bowls Club, you’ll soon discover that the venue is one of the best sporting facilities in FNQ, with superb bar facilities and an excellent menu.

Altogether, it bodes well for five fantastic Wednesday evenings.

The games start each week at 6.30pm and is just $20 to register a team. On the night it is only $4 per player per night.

To get involved, call Mossman Bowls Club on 4098 1434 I’m off to polish my woods, so for now it’s Gazza signing out. Send you stories to gazza@cairnslocalnews.com.au

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New 30kmh zone for Hibiscus Lane The speed limit on Hibiscus Lane, Holloways Beach, will be reduced to 30kmh from Wednesday 4 May. The new speed limit, reduced from 40kmh, offers greater safety and follows a review endorsed by the Department of Transport and Main Roads and Queensland Police Service.

Improvement works McLeod St / Charles St, Cairns City: culvert replacements & pavement rehabilitation.

Temporary lane closures.

Miami Rd: Kewarra Beach to Trinity Beach link road, demolition works start 3 May. Reservoir Road, Manoora: kerb and channel renewal at Enmore Street intersection.

For a full list of works see our website.

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Celebrating Mother’s Day Treat Mamma This Mother’s Day at Nonna Leotta’s House At Nonna Leotta’s House,

we create meals with a genuine Italian influence with family in mind and we all know that the most important member of the family is Mamma!

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Each hamper is filled with superb food and quality faux flowers from hand-selected artisan producers, carefully packaged in stunning baskets or signature boxes to suit your mum.

That’s why you won’t see dozens of pre-packaged hampers on our website. Just moments of happiness created in the past, hoping to inspire yours in the future.

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EARLEY Dent from Cairns Floral Supplies is encouraging people to think local this Mother’s Day. “Now more than ever it is so important to find a local business and order through their website or go in store.” Kearley said, Mother’s Day is on Sunday May 8 and is traditionally the time to give gifts to mothers, grandmothers, mothers in law and the motherly figures in your life.

Cairns Floral Supplies offers a wide range of gifts, everlasting flower bouquets and arrangements.

Dried flowers are on trend and silk flower arrangements also allow the recipient to enjoy them for many years after they are given, a true keepsake of an item given with love and afection.

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Celebrating Mother’s Day TECH GIFT IDEAS FOR THIS FINDING it challenging to come up with new ideas for Mother’s Day? Show your mum how much you love and appreciate her with gifts she’ll really use - such as home technology that makes life easier.

Help Mum keep her phone supercharged and clean Australians spend more than a third of their waking hours on their phone, so consider a convenient and speedy wireless charger for your mum. Some wireless chargers are ultra-portable, while others also double as a stand for phones or other devices.

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All you have to do is go onto our Facebook page, like and share it and tell us in 50 words why your Mum is so special!!!

styles and capabilities. Most are easy to set up by connecting with a computer, thumb drive or using Wi-Fi to connect with social media or other websites where pictures are stored. Some will allow you to send photos to them via email. Do Mum a favor and set it up for her - along with new photos that are bound to bring a smile to her face.

Help her listen to her favorite content If your mother loves listening to music, audio books or podcasts while she works or relaxes around the house, yard or garden, high-quality wireless earbuds or headphones are an ideal gift. Better yet, combine her new earbuds or headphones with a subscription to access her favorite content, such as Apple Music, Audible or Apple Podcasts.

You know your mum best, so you’ll know which of these tech options will help your mum enjoy her greatest Mother’s Day yet.

NEW RESTAURANT

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IGNATURE Restaurant, Hilton Cairns newest restaurant is now open. Serving the freshest, local produce combined with seasonal flavours and inspirational textures, the menu showcases the flair of Executive Chef Karel PoloSolis. With subtle influences from his South American background, every dish is unique, colourful and beautifully presented.

From the signature entrée of Scallops Tiradito to the mouth-watering 250-gram

Beef Tenderloin and the decadence of the Chocolate Coffee Stone dessert, the menu offers diners a refined dining experience.

As Chef Karel says “As you eat your meal, I want you to experience a balance of flavours & textures, with sweet, sour and crunchy elements. The ingredients should never compete with each other.

Food that comes with experience and from everywhere!” defines my food philosophy....”

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PLYING the THE TOURIST TRADE Plying tourist trade

By Maria Larkins

W

HEN STEAMSHIPS started carrying cargo in the early 1900s a new enterprise was beckoning – tourism.

Southerners in search of a winter escape found Cairns to be particularly attractive with its mild sunny weather and tropical surrounds.

Hide’s Cairns Hotel was luring tourists in the late

1880s and promoting itself as the perfect base from which to explore the Barron Falls, Stony Creek, and the Surprise Creek Bridge. Their buggy met all steamships, and the hotel was a booking office for the Herberton and Riverstone coaches.

By 1908 The Queensland Railways had produced an illustrated brochure for the Brisbane market. Although the rail network to Cairns

wasn’t complete, tourists were advised to journey by train to Gladstone, then turbine steamer, Bingera, along the east coast via the Whitsunday Passage and Great Barrier Reef to Townsville. The last leg of the journey was by connecting steamship to Cairns.

From Cairns, “the man of leisure desiring a change of scene, or the businessman wishing to escape the worries of his shop or office” could

travel by train to the “wonderlands” of Kuranda, Mareeba, Atherton and Chillagoe.

The three steamship companies produced their own illustrated pamphlet to entice passengers from Melbourne and Sydney. It was called “The Great Winter Pleasure Trip to North Queensland” and beckoned southerners to undertake the Grand Tour of Australia.

The Adelaide Steamship

Co. Ltd. advertised a 26 day return trip aboard the “magnificent steamer” the Yongala.

The holiday package included 3 full days at Cairns.

On the night of March 23, 1911, the Yongala crashed onto a reef during a “cyclonic” storm. All 122 passengers and crew perished.

The fate of the Yongala did not appear to deter southern visitors. It was reported on June 9, 1911, that the Wyree-

ma had arrived in Cairns with a “big passenger list”.

Enroute Gustave Fasola and his company of 22 artists joined the ship at Rockhampton. The performers entertained passengers with a benefit concert in aid of the Yongala Relief Fund. They raised £11/6.rces: TROVE, State Library of Queensland, State Library of Victoria.

S.S. Yongala, c.1903-1910, courtesy State Library of Victoria.

Cover of the Queensland Railways brochure: Tours in the Cairns District, 1908.

Barron Falls on the Cairns-Kuranda railway line, c. 1900.

Gustave Fasola’s Bridal Chamber: where an empty cabinet magically became a fully furnished boudoir complete with blushing bride.

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ENTERTAINMENT 1

Fri April 29, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm UMI Arts’ annual members exhibition ‘You & Me’ celebrates the rich artistic diversity of our talented members.This year UMI Arts presets 14 artists from Far North Queensland, ranging from first-exhibitors to experienced professional artists. umiarts.com.au

2

3 Comedy Festival Roadshow

Fri April 29, 2022 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow at Cairns Performing Arts Centre For 24 years the Roadshow has presented an all killer, no filler line-up of Australian stars and talented newcomers to comedy fans far and wide.Buckle up for a night of stand-up, sketch, satire, silliness and song.

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Exhibition Dates: March 19 till June 12, 2022 Cost: FREE Entry

Sat April 30, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Children of Cairns and Far North Queensland were given a simple brief: to think about the habitats, characteristics and the role that insects play in our environment and create an artwork that reflects the theme Insects Rule.

LAUNCH: 5PM Friday April 29 COST: FREE

5 ART WITHOUT BOUNDARIES

Cairns Art Gallery

Support local at the Palm Cove markets ON Sunday, May 1, Far North Queensland residents will enjoy the 2022 Palm Cove Markets managed by the Rotary Club of Cairns Sunrise at the Williams Esplanade between Harpa Street and Cedar Road.

The Palm Cove Markets offer an excellent opportunity to come along, have a bite, see what each stall has to offer and buy something special for mum just in time for Mother’s Day. There will be over 130 stalls showcasing something new, different, and unique – most locally made items.

Each month the stallholders

showcase their incredible talent in a diverse range of products and services in art and craft, fashion and beauty, health and wellbeing, home and garden and food and beverage.

The Palm Cove Markets attract over 32,000 people each year from all around Australia who come to support local micro-businesses and local tourism.

Profits made from running the monthly market go back into supporting our local businesses, charities and families in need.

The Palm Cove Markets are an excellent social day outing

for families, locals, and of course, tourists, which certainly helps to improve the livelihood of micro businesses in the region and the local economy.

And with Mothers’ Day just around the corner, it will be a fantastic opportunity to find something special for Mum. Come along and support this great local event.

Business owners who want to become stallholders and the general public can find more information at https://palmcovemarkets.rotarycairnssunrise.org.au/ or click this link https://bit.ly/3OtBl4p

Friday May 6 @ 30 Water St Cairns On Friday 6th May the Zonta Club of Cairns Inc together with Media HQ will host local artists at 30 Water Street Cairns. From 5pm to 8pm, you are invited to attend this social fundraising event, lots of entertainment, finger food and a glass of bubbles on arrival.

*Please check with the Venues regarding any cancellations or entry requirements due to COVID-19

FRIDAY Just Dazz - The Celt, Palm Cove, 5:00pm Drew Boy - Boardwalk Social by Crystalbrook, 5:00pm Pj Myers - Kewarra Beach Shack, 5:30pm Nick Atherton - Edge Hill Memorial Bowls Club, 6:00pm Finding Time - Cazalys Cairns, 6:30pm The Love Handles - Hambledon Hotel, Edmonton, 7:00pm Ed Kuepper with Jim White - Tanks Arts Centre, 7:30pm Barbary Coasters - Centrals Trinity Sporting Club, 7:30pm Janna Mercedes - Rattle n Hum Palm Cove, 8:00pm Mississippi Shakedown Parkview Tavern, 8:00pm Fingerprint - Bar36 @ The Reef Hotel Casino, 9:00pm

SATURDAY Tanya Murphy - Yorkeys Know Boat Club, 3:00pm Carrizma - Cazalys Cairns, 6:15pm Mississippi Shakedown Trinity Beach Sports Club, 6:30pm Sunset Raga - Boardwalk Social by Crystalbrook, 7:00pm The Love Handles Garradunga Hotel, 7:00pm Katanak, Bobby Maguire & Enemy of Anemone - Elixir Music Bar, 7:30pm Ollie McGill X Izy - Tanks Arts Centre, 7:30pm The Dannies - Red Beret Hotel, 8:00pm DJ Andy - Rocco by Crystalbrook, 8:00pm Big Noise - Bar36 @ The Reef Hotel Casino, 9:00pm

SUNDAY DjGlennW - Dundee’s at the Cairns Aquarium, 11:30am Dazz & the Boyzz - The Celt, Palm Cove, 2:00pm Barbary Coasters at Parrothead Party - Cairns Cruising Yacht Squadron, 2:00pm Andrea & Louie - Chill Café Palm Cove, 2:00pm Blue Reed - Vitalia’s Italian Restaurant, 3:00pm Mike Rivett - Paper Crane

by Crystalbrook, 4:00pm Fingerprint - 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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ENTERTAINMENT

Experience Munro Martin Parklands It’s all about live performances, friends, family and food amongst stunning gardens under a tropical night sky. Bring along your picnic, rug or low set chairs. Food vans and licensed bar available. No BYO alcohol.

(L-R) Mauve, Jess, Tom and William

Cherish - the beauty of what you can’t have

By Isabella Guzman Gonzalez Cherish at The Rondo by playwright Ken Duncum and directed by Lynn Cropp is a beautiful, painful and complex peek into the struggles of queer parenthood and relationships, which are often overlooked and glamorised in entertainment.

A tale of love and friendship and the pain that only humans know how to cause each other, Cherish captures you with its compelling characters and asks, what would you do if you were faced with the most challenging decision of all?

Cherish tells the story of two queer couples, Jess and Maeve and Tom and William and the family they share, two little girls, Eliza and Scarlett.

When Tom and William ask Jess to be the surrogate mother of their baby, the relationship between the couples begins to crumble.

Director Lynn Cropp said the modernity and narration of this play make it an enjoyable and compelling experience for the audience.

“What I like the most about this play is the pace achieved through the scripting of the short sharp scenes,” Ms Cropp said.

“And it’s a story about the

relationships and the really tough choices that they have to make.

“I think people will relate and enjoy seeing this drama on stage at The Rondo.”

Producer Kim Greaves said Cherish touches on how often adults make their children victims in their selfish interests.

“When kids are involved, people always say – we’re doing it for the kids,” Ms Greaves said.

“But I think this play reminds us how much is really about the adults and not the kids and how we can be more sensitive towards the people that become collateral damage of these human relationships.”

Getting to experience Cherish on stage was delightful. It was funny, dramatic, and so very human.

I personally fell in love with William, played by Jim Gosden, whose portrayal was magnificent and profound.

The clever use of ‘You can’t always get what you want’ by The Rolling Stones is a constant reminder of the profound human desire to have it all and our incapacity to be content with what we get.

There is one particular moment that stuck with me, as

tensions increase between Tom and Jess and Maeve, William says this beautiful quote to Tom, who claims that the only thing that will fulfil him is becoming a father: “The things you can’t have – they define you, shape you.

They belong to you. They’re not an outrage to natural justice. They are nature. They’re something to be cherished.”

Throughout the play, you realise that not only these characters but ourselves deny the beauty of the unreachable.

Cherish reminds us that not being able to get everything we want makes us who we are and lead us to a path of discovery and love for that person that we could not be.

Overall, Cherish is a touching tribute to friendship, parenthood and human nature that both theatre enthusiasts and day-to-day people can enjoy and relate to.

Visit The Rondo this Friday, April 29, for the opening night of Cherish.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Far North Queensland Emergency Services Gala Ball 2021

Emergency Services Gala Ball is a Party for a good cause F

AR North Queensland Emergency Services Gala Ball is excited to announce they have nominated Rosies-Friends on the Street as the beneficiary for the 2022 Gala Ball on August 6 at the Cairns Convention Centre.

FNQESA president John-Byron Bacalakis said Rosies-Friends on the Street significantly impacts those in need in our community.

The association is pleased to raise funds so the charity can continue to make a difference in the lives of others every day.

“Rosies was chosen because of its strong presence in the community, and it is a very well-known charity for its work and what it stands for,” Mr Bacalakis said.

Mr Bacalakis is anticipating this year to be bigger and better than ever before, and he can’t wait to dance the night away and have some fun, all for a good cause.

“We’d love to say we have a specific amount in mind to raise, but after last year’s success, it’s hard to say,” he said.

“We are glad for any amount we raise to help Rosies achieve their need for a new van and other items to ensure they can grow and continue to meet the commu-

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nity’s needs.

“We will have lots of fun and games and plenty of partying to be enjoyed.”

Rosies has operated for almost 35 years and continues to create connection and community for those experiencing homelessness, disadvantage, and social isolation.

Through the hospitality of their street outreach, they provide a safe space, a warm smile, a hot drink, some food, a blanket or hygiene products.

Most importantly, Rosies create a much-needed connection and conversation and support to find other services those in need may require.

The Cairns Branch of Rosies has been serving the community since 1992, offering friendship and meaningful connection four nights a week.

This branch is led by husband-and-wife team Eunice and Peter Winship, who have recently taken on the role of volunteer Branch Coordinators.

The number of people attending Rosies at Barlow Park street outreach can be from 50-60 people and has been as high as 100 patrons per night this year.

Additionally, the Cairns outreach is seeing an increase of women, young

people and families in attendance.

Rosies -Friends on the Street CEO Jayne Shallcross is extremely excited that they have been chosen as the beneficiary.

“Rosies is so grateful and excited to be chosen as the FNQ Emergency Services Gala Ball beneficiary,” Ms Shallcross said.

“This opportunity will bring greater awareness of the challenges and difficulties faced by those who are homeless, struggling to make ends meet or suffering from social isolation in the current environment.

“All monies raised through the FNQ Emergency Services Gala Ball will purchase a much-needed new van and other equipment to benefit our friends on the street directly.”

Last year FNQESA raised an incredible $63,800 for the local charity Kick On. After a sold out event in 2021, this year is set to be the best to date.

Strap on your heels, zip up your fanciest ball gown and prepare to dance the night away for a good cause.

The FNQESA Gala Ball will be held at Cairns Convention Centre on August 6. For more information, tickets and sponsorship visit https://fnqesa.org.au/

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Weekly Horoscopes CROSSWORD Aries

Taurus

Gemini

Mar 21 to Apr 20

Apr 21 to May 20

May 21 to Jun 21

You always seem to spend more than you make. Go out with friends or family. Family trips or projects should be on your mind. You are best not to confront situations that deal with in-laws or relatives.

You can pick up additional responsibility that will lead to higher wages and a better position.

Property investments should payoff.

You may want to make changes that will turn your entertainment room into a real family affair.

Your family may not be pleased with your decisions. Be careful; you may say something you’ll regret later.

Be sure to double-check the house on your way out. Your sensitivity toward those you love will capture their hearts.

Cancer

Leo

Virgo

Jun 22 to Jul 22

Jul 23 to Aug 22

Aug 23 to Sep 22

You need to spend time with friends and family. Don’t overdo it. You need to enjoy yourself. Rewards for past good deeds will be yours. You can make favourable real estate offers this week.

Elders may need your help. You could find yourself having problems with co-workers and employers.

They may cost you dearly.

Concentrate on getting ahead financially and let your personal life settle down for a while.

Your lover probably won’t put up with your behaviour. You can learn a great deal if you listen to those who are older or more experienced.

Don’t get upset. Make some notes regarding the changes that you should make.

Libra

Sep 23 to Oct 22

Oct 23 to Nov 21

Scorpio

Sagittarius

Travel could be in order. Try to keep ahead of the game. Use your quick wit to win points with friends. Your need to use emotional blackmail will only cause more conflict.

Get busy on those home improvement projects that you’ve been procrastinating about. It’s time to re-evaluate your motives. You will find your personal partner taxing this week. You may find that your family responsibilities are piling up.

Help children with important projects. You can get your point across and make valuable connections. Try to have patience and refrain from being judgmental.

You can make money through your own creative efforts.

Capricorn

Aquarius

Nov 22 to Dec 20

Pisces

Dec 21 to Jan 19

Jan 20 to Feb 18

Feb 19 to Mar 20

Children may pose a problem if they don’t like suggestions. Do things that involve children. You must not let others talk you into doing things that will probably limit you financially later. Arguments will flare up if you get backed into an emotional corner.

Property purchases should be on your mind. Take work home but be sure to spend some time with your mate. Be careful signing important contracts this week. Be careful not to divulge secret information this week.

Raise your self-esteem and your confidence if you want to get back into the mainstream again. Major moves will be emotional and not necessarily to your benefit.

Romantic opportunities are evident if you get involved in large groups.

Take care of any medical issues.

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REAL ESTATE

Why should I use a buyer’s agent / buyers advocate?

Unlike a real estate agent, a buyer’s agent works for the buyer.

• Both buyer’s agents and real estate agents have the same qualifications.

• Real estate agents are bound under the law to work in the best interests of the person with whom they have a contract, their client, the vendor/seller - the person who pays them for their service.

• Real estate agents can work with buyers, but they are not legally bound to work in the buyer’s best interest.

• A buyer’s agent is legally bound to work for the person with whom they have a contract, their client, the buyer – the person who pays them for their service.

If you are not being charged a fee by your agent when purchasing property, then they are not working in your best interest.

What does a 1% difference in selecting the right property look like over 20yrs?

6

%

How can a buyer’s agent help me?

• Advice on where to start your property journey • Property research based on local information, recent sales, property history and access to off market properties • Inspect and shortlist properties • Recommend and/or arrange key business partners e.g., mortgage brokers, building and pest inspectors to conveyancers and many more.

• Negotiate the purchase price and/or bid at auctions on your behalf • Complete pre settlement inspection • On settlement, collect the keys on your behalf A buyer’s agent will save you time, money and headaches. Buyer’s agents have the market knowledge and local relationships to give their clients the winning edge.

5

%

Interest over a 20 - year term

$300,000 difference between purchasing a property growing at 5% compared to a property growing at 6%.

You would benefit from engaging a buyers agent if you’re in the market for a property and you don’t: • know where to start • have the right team around you • have hours and hours of free time to spend looking and attending inspections • have access to the key research data • have access to off market properties • have strong relationships with local real estate agents • know how to negotiate effectively • have someone representing your best interests.

Purchasing a property is probably the biggest financial decision you will make in your lifetime. In the US market over 50% of property buyers use a buyer’s agent to purchase real estate. In Australia there are just over a thousand registered buyer’s agents in the country. If you are lucky enough to have one available, why wouldn’t you give yourself the best chance of success by using them.

Interest over a 20 year term

Give FNQ Buyers Agent a call today on 0410 587 763.

We will be happy to help secure your next property purchase.

FNQ Buyers Agent works for the buyer, not the seller We save our clients time, money and headaches!

Give FNQ Buyers Agent a call today.

We have access to off market and pre market properties giving our clients the winning edge.

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REAL ESTATE

FARM WITH HUGE POTENTIAL I N C L U D E S

H O M E

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FOR SALE Reasonable Offers Considered Land Area 45.15 Ha

BOOGAN QLD

Sugarcane farm, potential for diversification into bananas or other cropping.

Most of the soil is red, a bore can be drilled on part of the farm with high potential of bore water availability.

IMPROVEMENTS 1 x 4 bedroom semiset concrete home with toilet, shower, rumpus room, large laundry and recently renovated bathroom.

• Painted inside and out in 2021.

• New roof and kitchen after Cyclone Larry.

• Tenanted at $280 per week.

SHEDS No.1 • 3 bays, flat roof, 18.2 x 8.8 metres = 160sqm. 2.3 to 2.7 metres high* • 2 bays concreted, constructed of cement and steel posts, timber rafters with steel bat-

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tens.

• Closed in at the back with iron sheeting.

• Powerpoints and lights, one steel bench at the back.

No. 2 • 1 bay, flat roof, 5.7 x 11 metres = 62sqm. 5.1 to 6.2 metres high* • Constructed of 200mm H beams and posts, timber purlins with Z purlins on walls.

• Closed in at the back with iron sheeting.

• Concrete floor, powerpoints and lights, steel bench at the back.

No. 3 • 3 bays, flat roof, 14.7 x 11 metres = 161sqm. 3.1 to 4.3 metres high* • One section closed in and lockable at the back – 4.8 x 3.4 metres* • Constructed of concrete and steel posts, rails, beams, Z purlins.

• Closed in at the back and eastern side with iron sheeting.

All 3 above sheds are adjoining.

Includes: • 2 x Vice

MOTIVATED VENDOR - REDUCED BY $19,000

3

2

2

• 2 x Bench grinders • 1 x Welder *All electrical items must be safety tested before use.

No.4 • 7 bays, flat roof, 23 x 6 metres = 138sqm* • Heights ranging in sections – 3.3 to 3.5 metres high, another section 2.6 to 2.9 metres high* • 2 bays concreted – 2.4 to 2.7 metres high* • Constructed of block cement posts, steel beams, timber purlins, sheeted with iron.

• Closed in at the back and eastern side, powerpoints and lights.

Total area of all sheds: approximately 521sqm To arrange an Inspection or for additional information contact A&A Realty 70 Edith St, Innisfail Phone: 07 4061 1466 Quote Property #1492

CHARACTER + CHARM WITH MODERN STYLE

Land Area 809 sqm

Perfectly positioned at the end of a cul-de-sac, this split level home

back entertainment area. Double carport, lockable powered shed with a

has everything you could want and more. There are three good sized

skillion/carport, two bay boat/van shelter and a greenhouse. Side access

bedrooms, all with built-ins. Great kitchen with all modern appliances

to the fully fenced backyard. The property is also wired for a generator.

and combined dining/lounge area. On the bottom level there is an office,

Close to sports club,

storage cupboards, laundry and extra shower and toilet. Some security

approximately 6km to the Innisfail CBD. Great family home.

screens and air conditioning. Front patio to watch the world go by and a

$320,000

schools, eateries, convenience stores and only

https://aarealty.net/property/1464/

3

1

2

Land Area 1,012 sqm

• Slate tiled floors • Airconditioned bedrooms and living area • Dual street access • Large gently sloping block This charming home, set back from the street has been thoughtfully renovated, providing a large, modern open planned living area. Arrange an inspection today.

$239,000 List #1515 https://aarealty.net/property/1515/

Contact Fran on 0401 191 258

Contact Louise on 0448 751 963

HUGE HOME WITH AMAZING VIEWS ON 1 HA

RENOVATE TO RELOCATE

6

2

4

Land Area 1 ha • 6 bedroom home - 2 Kitchens + 2 Living areas.

• Room for horses, shed, fruit trees – endless possibilities.

• 1 Hectare of Land.

• Prime elevated position with views to the ocean.

• 4 car accommodation.

$465,000 List #1467 https://aarealty. net/rural/1467/

3

1

Land Area 1,012 sqm

• Large block with room to rebuild or renovate • First home owner project • Great investment potential Well priced property with loads of character. There is potential for expansion of existing home, on large established residential block. Arrange a viewing today.

$210,000 List #1416 https://aarealty.net/property/1461/

Contact Kylie on 0428 944 563

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SPORT ATHERTON GOLF CLUB Wednesday s/ford sponsored by the Carrington Hotel: Winner: John Carey with 38 pts; R/up: Joe Cox 36 pts. Pin shots went to 9 Mark Twoomey and 11 John Carey.

Wednesday Sporters April 20th: Winner: with a great 34 pts was Peter Ives; R/up: Denis Thelan 30 pts; 3rd: Stevo 29 pts. NTPs 3 P Posselt, 11 Robbo, 18 Broads.

Least putts Stevo 18.

Thursday April 21st 4BBB, sponsored by Fresh St Market IGA was a closely contested competition. Winners: Janette Hancock and Robyn Couch with 40 pts; R/up: on a c/back was Robin Beck and Elizabeth Stoward 40 pts; and 3rd went to Heather Beaven and Mel Pensini 40 pts. Pin shots went to 9 Mel Pensini, 11 Michelle Pearsall and 18 2nd shot Robyn Beck.

Saturday Harold Nasser Memorial Shield stroke, sponsored by the BV Hotel: Ladies Comp was won

by Alicia English with 75 nett on a c/back to Annette Seawright. Pin shots went to 3 & 9 Alicia English and 18 2nd shot Deb Peressini.

Men’s Comp Overall and Div 2: Winner Gary Tudehope 64 nett; R/up: Tony Hughes 65 nett; 3rd Greg Stewart 66 nett.

Div 1: Winner: Stevo 67 nett; R/up: Paul Posselt 68 nett, on countback from Ernie Bingham.

NTPs 3 Broads, 9 Ernie B, 11 Cory Woodgate, 18 Dave Moro.

Next Saturday is the Turner Shield sponsored by BWS, Atherton.

Sunday April 24th: Medley Stableford sponsored by Tableland Top Meats was won by Garry Thompson with 38pts, R/up Ray Faulkner 37pts, on a countback from Ian Toward and Emily McEwan.

MARLIN COAST BOWLS CLUB Tuesday Afternoon Men’s Triples: Winners: B Wright, P Williamson, R Lloyd; R/up: Eddie, Jock, Geoff.

Tuesday Night Bowls: Spider: Avril, George, Rod, Sisca, Ian, Dennis.

Wednesday Mixed Bowls: Winners: Trevor, J Curtayne, K Moore; R/up: J Baumann, R Lee, D Bridgewater.

Thursday Men’s Triples: Winner: B Connor, G Reynolds, N Robson; R/up: J Carey, AS Lim, G

Andersen.

Saturday Afternoon Walking Pairs: Winners of Winners: Not Played; Winners of Losers: Not Played.

Club Championships: Men’s Fours: R Gillman, S Mann, J Gillman, J Walford def P Standidge, A Tymms, G Midson, B O’Connor 20-15; S Vidgen, D Phillips, L Idiens, E Blythe def D Gibson, D Spicer, G Reynolds, N Robson 19-18.

Monday Evening Happy Hour: 5:00pm-6:00pm. Tuesday Afternoon Men’s Triples: 1:00pm start, dress optional. Cards called at 12:45pm. Tuesday Night Barefoot Bowls: be here by 5:30pm for a 6:00pm start. Sausage sizzle + bowls and cash prizes. Fun for all levels of bowler. Wednesday Ladies’ Bowls, gentlemen invited: 1:00pm start, dress optional, cards called at 12:45pm. Thursday Morning 3 Bowl Pairs: 8:30am start, sheet out. Thursday Men’s Triples, ladies invited: 1:00pm start, dress optional. Cards called at 12:45pm. Friday Night Prize-arama, Gold Rush, 100 Club, Meat Tray Raffles, Draw Starts 6:30pm.

Saturday Jackpot Walking Pairs: 1:00pm start, dress optional. Cards called 12:45pm. Sunday happy hour 4:00pm till 6:00pm. Bowlers and Visitors 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. Raffles Friday night also trivia starts again. Club sponsored Mixed Fours May 15th; Bob Smith sponsored day June 12th; Mr E’s sponsored day July 3rd.

MOSSMAN MEN’S BOWLS Saturday April 23: 26 Bowlers for Jackpot Bowls: Col Widdows, Peter Worley, Tony Kessler d George Wilmot, Doug Pitt, Jim Geddes 26-21; Dave Blain, Gordon Henderson d Ranald Edwards, John Arnold 28-23; John Fleming, Bill Allison, Mick Plummer d Peter Fairchild, Wayne Parkes, Nev Tesch 22-16.

In the Club Championship Pairs, Peter Busch, Chris Payne d Bruce Lester, Dave Egan 29-11; and the winners for the day, Bill Smith, Troy Churchill, Tony Brlyack d Terry Richards, Daryl

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Hoskins, Bernie Savage 24-6. In other Club Championship Games played Saturday, in the A Grade Singles: Mick Frese d Steve Cue 26-14; and in the Pairs (a win with the last bowl of the game): Eric Smith, Nev Fletcher d SAS, David White 22-19.

Sunday April 24: Club Championships, A Grade Singles: Peter Busch d Dave Blain 25-23; Chris Payne d SAS 25-15; in the B Grade Singles, Gerrard Beech d Bruce Lester 25-12; and in the Handicap Singles, Peter Fairchild (-2) d Bernie Wolland (-6) 25-19.

With Division 1 & 2 Pennants being played at Atherton & Cooktown this weekend, no Club Championship games will be scheduled. Jackpot Bowls will be held this Saturday for those not playing Pennants. Names in by 12:00pm with card call at 12:45pm for a 1:00pm start.

For Pennants this long weekend, those playing at Atherton are asked to be at the Club by 6:15am to leave by 6:30am and those players travelling to Cooktown are asked to be that the Club by 7:15am to leave by 7:30am. Best of luck.

The next Social Bowls will be held on Thursday May 5 from 5:30pm (names in by 5:00pm) at a cost of $10 per person. This cost includes a light meal 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, contact David White on 0407 630 759.

You can now follow the Men’s Section on Facebook (search Mossman Bowls Club Men’s Section).

EDGE HILL MEMORIAL BOWLS CLUB Ladies’ Social Bowls Thursday April 14th Social Bowls were washed out. Put names for Social Bowls in by 2:30pm for a 3:00pm start for Thursday April 28th. Reminder that members and coaches are still required to assist Cairns High School visits commencing from Thursday April 28th at 10:00am. See notice board for nominations to assist.

Men’s Mixed Social Bowls:

Tuesday April 19th: Winners: Wendy and Mike Lynn; R/up: Ray Webster, Col Whyte and Gary Pomroy. L/C: Karina Homer and Kim Mitchell. Tuesday Jackpot of $424 was won by Mike and Wendy. Tuesday night winners were Debbie, Terry and Janet.

Wednesday April 20th night results: Winners were George, Wayne and Ray; R/Up: Sandy, John and Andrew.

Men’s Pennants Saturday April 23rd: Edge Hill Division 1 played Marlin Coast at Marlin Coast.

Edge Hill won on all rinks 77-43.

Division 2 played West Cairns at West Cairns and Edge Hill lost 3451 and Division 3 against Brothers Edmonton away was washed out and will be rescheduled later.

Saturday Social bowls will again be played on April 30th as no Pennants games are scheduled and the Bruno Destro Shield will be played at Silkwood.

Club Events: Check the Notice board for all games to be played in the “A” Singles. Kim Mitchell defeated Lyle Braggins 25-16 and next games due are J Walker Vs P Lee; S Henson Vs M Styles.

“B” Singles games scheduled are P Whitehead Vs A Henson and I Stafford VsG Pomroy. Please arrange your markers. Club Pairs, Triples and Fours have been drawn so check notice board and arrange match with your opponent. Social bowls will continue every Tuesday (Day and Night), Wednesday night Triples. To play social bowls at Edge Hill this week put your name on the lists available behind the bar or on club notice board for a game.

Contact Ray Webster 0402 182 230 for assistance otherwise ring the Club 07 4053 1036.

MAREEBA BOWLS CLUB Wednesday April 20th: 2x 12 end games of fours: Winners: Elio Crema, Lorenzo Cadorin, Deryck Harrigan, Yvonne Vogler. The club welcomed visitors Bryce and Heather from Bundaberg.

Thursday April 21st: 4 bowl Jackpot pairs self-selected: Winner: Barry Lynne’s team; R/up: Raewyn’s team; best 2nd game: Brian Fitzpatrick’s team. Jackpot remains.

Sunday April 24th: 31 players tried their luck under rainy skies, after an early smoko bowlers went on to finish 2 x 12 end games.

Winners: Brian Fitzpatrick, Norma Gray, Santina Tirraboschi; R/up: Gary Kriesel, Joy Dennis, Deryck Harrigan, Coral Milloy.

ANZAC day April 25th: Play was cancelled due to the best rain Mareeba has had in some time. For information and nominations ph 4092 5288.

WEST CAIRNS TPI MEMORIAL BOWLS CLUB Sixteen players were on hand to recognise the significance of ANZAC Day last Monday at West Cains Bowls Club by starting the afternoon enjoying a dish of homemade stew prepared by several of our members followed later at afternoon tea by Anzac biscuits and tarts. These were enjoyed by everyone despite the weather. Winners awarded a small prize were Mick Ford, Adrienne and Fred Clarke. It was decided that players would play north to south to avoid being affected by the consistent rain showers. Next Monday will again be another public holiday but we will be in action as usual, commencing at 1:30pm and concluding at 4:30pm. Cards will be called at 1:15pm and it is asked that all players be present at this time. If you wish to join us, contact our selector Rosemary on 0409 624 623. Afternoon tea is provided as part of the green fee charged. The game is open to any players.

HALF MOON BAY GOLF CLUB Tuesday April 19th Ladies’: P Shay 35, R Harding 34.

Men: K McCreanor 38, K Shultar 37.

Wednesday April 20th Ladies: M Wright 70.

Men’s Div 1: R Kettle 68, R Gilbert 68, S Day 69.

Men’s Div 2: D Themis 67, K Hudson 69, J Howarth 69.

Saturday April 23rd Ladies: C Demosthemis 21.

Men’s Div 1: S Day 23, I Tattum 21.

Men’s Div 2: D Themis 21, A Cormes 20.

Sunday April 24th Ladies’:H Hutchinson 18.

Men’s: P McMaster 20, A Shipard 19, T Pye 19.

WEST CAIRNS LADIES Wednesday April 20th: Social bowls: Winners: Joyce, Marg, Liz;

R/up: Joyce, Stella, Lisa. It was great to see Stella back bowling again. Wednesday April 27th: Final B Grade Singles: Liz Backhouse v Joyce Alexander; marker Marg. All the best ladies.

Social bowls: as usual if you wish a game, give Liz a call on 0400 626 765 names in by 10:30am, game starts 11:30am.

Men are most welcome to come along for a game. We have some good news: on Tuesday May 3rd, the West Cairns Bowls Club kitchen will be open again with Joel back in action. For bookings give the club a call on 0740 511 814. Good Bowling to All. GORDONVALE BOWLS Wednesday 1:00pm Social Bowls: Names by 12:30pm - New players are welcome. Great to see more ladies playing last week.

Thursday Club Selected 3 Bowl Pairs: Names by 12:30pm for 1:00pm start. No bowls played last Thursday due to rain. Saturday April 23rd: the combined team Gordonvale Cairns won their 1st game in Division 2 Pennant at Innisfail. Well done.

WEST CAIRNS MEN’S BOWLS Friday Scroungers: Winner: Mal Taylor; R/up: Alan Paraha.

Tuesday Comp: Winners: Barry Butt, Bob Waite and Mal Taylor with +25pts; R/up: Willow, B Hall and K Vivian, Rob Moody +19pts.

Thirsty Thursday: best players were John Reid, Ken Norman and Johnny Greenway.

Sunday Morning: Winners: Rob Moody, Barry Myles, and Wayne Vella +21pts; R/up: Wagga, John Bent, Mal Taylor +20pts.

Jackpot was not won.

Club Championship: No games played due to Pennant’s competition. Pennants Div 1: South Johnstone 62pts def West Cairns 60pts.

Pennants Div 2: West Cairns 51pts def Edge Hill 34pts.

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By Isabella Guzman Gonzalez ATHERTON-BORN MX legend Todd Waters has returned to MX with recharged energies. Two years of pandemic brought many challenges for his career but also a whole new range of experiences that he could not imagine he would live.

Navigating parenthood, being almost unemployed and making a massive comeback with new projects like his own brand of MX gear TDUB, his MX garage, coaching and running a small junior motocross team. He also discovered a new passion: OffRoad.

A seasoned competitor of over 15 years, Waters said the pandemic had been the hardest and yet the best thing that has happened to his career.

“When COVID first hit, I probably had a month of phone calls from sponsors pulling out of our program due to not being able

to fulfil my contracts of racing,” he said.

“So in an instant, I was unemployed.

“That was not the way I wanted things to go, but looking back on it now, it was one of the best things that have ever happened to me.”

The pandemic opened for Waters a world of opportunities to be explored and new passions to be discovered, and he made the most of this time.

The first step was developing his own MX equipment, which he is deeply passionate about.

“I ride in my own gear; I sponsor myself,” he said.

“I started up a bunch of businesses, and they all started rolling.”

He also decided to try a new discipline: Off-Road.

Off-road requires very different training from MX, different bikes and different gear.

“Off-road is very different from MX,” Waters said.

“In the Australian Off-Road Championship, you race in a dirt bike through a long course in the bush, while with MX, you have semi trails.

“You ride a road registered motorbike which is heavier, another gear, softer suspension so you have to adapt to two different types of bikes.

“I’m double-dipping at the time; I decided to participate in the Australian Off-Road Championship (AORC); I’m new at that; we’re currently second in the championship.

“It’s really cool that we’ve adapted to a new discipline so quickly.”

“And in the Australian Pro MX Championship, we’re currently running third.

“I’m really proud, we’re working hard, and our program is solid.”

Waters finished third in both competitions, an excellent achievement for the first time competing

ciplines in two dissimultaneously.

Competing is one of Waters’ greatest thrills and being able to return to the track feels like a breath of fresh air.

“I’ve raced all around the world; I spent three years in Europe living and racing,” Waters said.

“It becomes what you do and what you know, and it’s what I’m good at.

“You forget how passionate you are about what you do, and when COVID hit, it made us sit back and re-evaluate what we enjoy doing, and for me, that’s racing dirt bike.”

Developing his brand was a big step for Waters, and from it, many projects followed, which have, in turn, made him a much more versatile rider.

“TDUB is the name of my brand, T for Todd, Dub for double U,” he said.

“It started by creating fan

shirts, so once I started my gear brand, I went with that.

“I have a junior program where I help out many kids that aspire to be racers like us.

“We have a coaching clinic where we do up North tours, and we come up to Cairns, we get to see the local kids and help them.

“It’s great to do all of this because you’re able to reach out to your fans, and more than anything, the kids get to see that you’re just a normal person and spend some time with you, but at the end of the day I’m a racer, and I enjoy the competition side of things.”

Todd Waters said he is proud to represent FNQ not only with MX and Off-Road but also with his brand.

“I’m really proud to put FNQ on the map for a sport that comes from the cities,” he said.

“I’m the leader of that group, and now we’ve got Wilson Todd and a few younger riders following my footsteps.

“And it’s really cool that I paved that way that it’s possible to be a farm kid and make it in the big league.”

When it comes to his goals for 2022 and the future, Waters wants to become a representative of both disciplines.

“My number one goal is to win both (Off-Road and MX championships) and do what no one’s done before,” he said.

“That’s motivating, so my ultimate goal is to win the AORC and the MX championship in the same year.”

Although Waters finished third in the 2022 AORC and Australian Pro MX Championship, his hunger for competing is bigger than ever.

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Waters is back, and he has no intentions of stopping.

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Youfor2032 FNQ ATHLETE SEARCH

Last week, the QAS gave a sample to Cairns students of what the tryouts would ensue at Barlow Park

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HE Palaszczuk Government’s Youfor2032 Olympic and Paralympic athlete talent search is underway, with young Far North Queenslanders sampling the Queensland Academy of Sport’s (QAS) testing program for the elite stars of tomorrow.

Sport Minister and Minister Assisting the Premier on Olympic and Paralympic Sport and Engagement Stirling Hinchliffe said Youfor2032 was Australia’s largest athlete talent identification program.

“Youfor2032 registrations are now open to maximise Queensland’s podium-ready athletes for the State’s 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games,” Mr Hinchliffe said.

“We’re encouraging coaches,

teachers and parents to nominate aspiring young FNQ athletes for a possible fast-track to 2032 with the QAS. “QAS Talent scouts are expecting up to 50,000 Youfor2032 registrations.

“They’ll pick the best 20,000 young Queenslanders for comprehensive testing over the next two years.

“Olympic and Paralympic hopefuls will be tested for speed, endurance, agility, resilience, cognitive ability and determination for medals in 2032.

“Queensland athletes won more than 40% of Australia’s Olympic and Paralympic medal haul, and we want to build on that.”

The QAS talent identification

program - Youfor2032 - looks for potential Olympians aged 13 to 23 and prospective Paralympians aged 13 to 30.

Speaker of the Queensland Parliament and Member for Mulgrave Curtis Pitt said Barlow Park was earmarked as an Olympic venue for 2032.

“It’s great to have Olympic football preliminaries planned for Barlow Park, but the park’s athletics track is where Youfor2032 might also find young Far North Queenslanders who can run faster, jump higher or throw further,” Mr Pitt said.

“Whether you’re in Yarrabah, Gordonvale, Cooktown, Cairns or on the Tablelands, if you know a young Queenslander with remarkable athletic potential, nominate

Micheal Healy MP, Curtis Pitt MP, Tammie Thornton, Stirling Hinchcliff MP, Craig Crawford MP, and (front) Grant “Scooter” Patterson.

them for Youfor2032.”

Member for Barron River and Minister Seniors, Disability Services and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships Craig Crawford said the Far North had always been home to champions.

“Grant ‘Scooter’ Patterson is a great example of the Far North delivering medal winners on the world stage,” Mr Crawford said.

“A former Redlynch State College student, Grant achieved his childhood dream to grab Paralympic silver and bronze at last year’s Tokyo Games.”

The Palaszczuk Government has doubled QAS funding to $29.3 million to help high-performance experts cultivate Queensland’s potential stars of 2032 in 17 sporting disciplines, including Triathlon,

Swimming, Cycling BMX and Sprint Canoeing.

Paralympics Australia CEO Catherine Clark said a Paralympics at home provided a once-in-a-generation opportunity for emerging para-athletes and, more broadly, for people with a disability.

“High-performance requires incredible courage, hard work and perseverance. These are traits Queenslanders are renowned for, so I am confident we will unearth some exciting talent,” Ms Clark said.

QAS Chief Executive Chelsea Warr said QAS would wrap its world-class expertise around 400 selected athletes in systematic development programs in partnership with sporting codes.

“This is about widening the net further and ensuring no stone is left unturned in providing aspiring athletes with opportunity,” Ms Warr said.

“Testing sessions will be organised in partnership with schools, universities, councils and school sports districts.

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