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Visitors return in good numbers to Babinda & Bramston GREY nomads and other visitors have been making their way back to Babinda’s two popular camping grounds - the Babinda Creek RV Park and Babinda Boulders. While COVID-19 restrictions are still very clearly in place and campsites limited to below the usual number and allowing for more space apart at each ground, good numbers are being reported at the Bramston Beach Campground and the RV Campgrounds at Rotary Park and the Boulders at Babinda, with a strong uplift in visitation and usage during July. Division 1 Councillor Brett Moller is said he is excited to see the local and domestic travellers return to the communities of Babinda and Bramston Beach. “The Managers of the Bramston Beach Campground tell me they have been flat out with nearly 2,000 campers for the month of July, averaging nearly 65 campers daily,” he said. “Rotary Park which Council has reduced to 40 campsites from 80 available and the Boulders campsite 10 from a possible 20, have also been at capacity for the month of July.” There is no doubt what the

return of travellers has done to boost not only the local economies, but the morale of small businesses and services, striving to recover from the downturns suffered because of the COVID-19 pandemic. “This is great for the economy of our rural towns of Babinda, Mirriwinni and Bramston Beach where there is a noticeable dollar spend by visitors, at the butcher, the pub, the café, bakery or local store,” Cr Moller said. “Cairns Regional Council recognises the importance of providing these quality facilities to improve the visitor experience and the importance by word of mouth, the marketing and promotion of our southern towns and communities and what they have to offer.”

A view from the Goldfield Trail near Babinda Boulders

The town’s business chamber said shopkeepers have definitely noticed the tourists coming into town to buy food and other essentials on their average threeday stays at the parks. And the great thing is, because there are a lot of return travellers, Babinda’s reputation as a friendly town spreads around the ‘grey nomad network’ by word of Babinda RV Park, one of two popular camping grounds in the town mouth each year.

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Golden Gumboot battle on again for Australia’s wettest town DAVID GARDINER BABINDA is keen to revive its claim that it really is Australia’s wettest town, rather than its strong constant rival for the title, Tully. Perhaps no-one would have thought that being the wettest place in the country was a fact you’d want to crow about too much, but in Babinda’s case at least, it’s a notoriety that has far from dampened spirits; in fact the town wants to keep cherishing its reputation. The ongoing battle for the ‘honour’ of wettest town has been raging for decades, even before Tully built its 7.9-metre high Golden Gumboot statue in 2003, to signify a record broken back in 1950 - of 7.9 metres of rainfall. But Babinda’s community says it has many more years of bragging rights about holding the ‘Golden Gumboot’ award for Australia’s wettest town, over its rival to the south. Rosanna Brown from the Babinda Post Office, official recorder of Bureau of Meteorology rainfall figures for the town, said Tully should make it clear that the statue does not represent the annual highest rainfall award. Brown acknowledges that Tully has cleverly made the most of the now well-known statue, which draws tourists into town to climb the structure and photograph it, before probably spending money locally. “It is the biggest gumboot maybe, for the town that’s had the highest rainfall ever recorded in history one year,” Brown said. “But then, they’re not real clear about that, they just like to say they're the wettest town which they’re clearly not.” She argues despite the record 70 years ago in Tully, statistics show Babinda has recorded the highest an-

nual rainfall much more often since then. Brown commissioned a local artist, Kel Williams, to make a wooden golden gumboot and umbrella sculpture for the Post Office shop. “It’s something that the town’s got a bit of pride about, I certainly do, it sits in my window and I love to look at it everyday.” Babinda also lays claim to the fact that it first came up with an actual physical ‘golden gumboot’ many years before Tully built its statue. A former Babinda Postmaster, Trish Henjel decided to spray paint an old gumboot gold, and so the idea was born. Henjel told the Wet Tropic Times she would love to see more recognition that Babinda is the wettest town. “Tully holds that dubious honour unfortunately, but it’s all in good spirit,” she said. Tully has defended its statue, saying it still holds the record, despite the banter between the two towns, and was put up as an iconic celebration of how wet the town is overall. Brown is reluctant to let go of her wooden gumboot and umbrella sculpture. But she said if she had to, she would be happy for Tully to ‘borrow’ it only if the BoM’s annual figures proved her southern rival town had won the award. “If they did win it and Tully Shire, whoever it is wants to come in and say we want it and we hold it, I let ‘em take it, because it’s fair isn’t it?” There have also been some occasional doubts about the quality of rainfall records kept in Babinda because of inconsistencies in previous years with the daily taking of rainfall gauge measurements. If a single day is missed out for whatever reason, the whole month is left off the BoM tally, with obvious consequences, especially when you’re constantly vying for the reputation of Australia’s wettest town. Brown however is confident that since she took over

Russells celebrate their Diamond anniversary DAVID GARDINER DIANA and John Russell’s relationship started on the other side of the World, when Diana met the brother of her penfriend in the then south African colony of Rhodesia, now Zimbabwe. Diana went there from the UK for a holiday and four months after meeting John, the couple became engaged. They couldn’t get married until John finished his engineering apprenticeship and literally hundreds of letters later, the two were married in Thorne, Kent, UK. Now, 60 years and three continents

later, the couple are about to celebrate their diamond wedding anniversary in Tully. “Not many people change continents, they usually just change towns,” said Diana. The Russells have been in Australia for 12 years, spending the first year in Mount Gambier and the rest in East Feluga, near Tully, where they live now. Before migrating, John was a sawmilling engineer in Zimbabwe for his whole working life. After her sons grew up, Diana spent 20 years as a volunteer local carer in a Zimbabwean hospice, an ex-

Tully’s Golden Gumboot statue

Rosanna Brown with her wooden Golden Gumboot sculpture at the Babinda PO the PO a couple of years ago, her meticulous daily recording of rainfall figures will be accurate and at the end of the year, will again show Babinda is the wettest. They also have a brand new,high-tech weather system to install at the Babinda PO, which she says will automatically upload figures daily to the Bureau, and will be more tamper-proof than the older system.

perience she described as “sad, fun and the chance to make lots of friends.” Diana said their secrets for a successful marriage are tolerance and recognising that each person is an individual and that each other’s views are different. “The main thing is to say sorry if you’ve had a disagreement or squabble,” she said.

The couple will celebrate their 60th anniversary on August 10 with a renewal of vows at the Anglican Church in Tully, amongst some of their long-time friends from Zimbabwe, then later out to dinner with a few friends.

Diana is still very much into giving her time to help others, now making dresses for Angel Care Babies in Cairns. John, also an avid philatelist, is retired but helps his sons “with odd jobbing around the place.” Their three sons have all migrated to Australia as well, and live in different parts of the country. They have six grandchildren, three of them born in Australia.

John & Diana Russell were married in 1960 in Kent, UK

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Tully Nursing Home Show

THE Nursing Home held its own version of the Tully Show on Thursday July 23. Complete with Gordon cooking the BBQ lunch for everyone, show bags, and a special guest appearance by Lara the Clown and her assortment of animals. The residents took part in Sideshow Alley games - “Shooting the Virus” and “Throwing the Toilet Roll”! There was stiff competition in the baking section with the residents baking scrumptious biscuits plus some amazing cakes, kindly donated by Tully Hot Bread. It was an amazing morning and heaps of fun was had by all residents.

CONGRATULATIONS 2020 SPORTS BURSARY RECIPIENTS Cassowary Coast Regional Council is proud to announce the 2020 recipients of the inaugural Community Sports Bursary Program. The program was designed to support young people in recognising signiicant sporting achievements and to promote, encourage and sustain sporting participation and healthy life styles.

Junior Sports Female Miss Layla Jenkins age 11 - for significant achievement in Athletics, Track and Field, Cross Country and Touch Football including regional and state representations. Junior Sports Male Mr Kai Wescott, age 12 – for significant achievement in Swimming, Cross Country, Surf Lifesaving and Triathlon including regional and state representations. Senior Sports Female Flegler, age 14 – for significant Miss Sasha-May Flegle achievement in Touch Football, Athletics, Cross Country, Swimming, Softball and Tennis including regional and state representations. Senior Sports Male Mr Luke Magnanini, age 14 – for significant achievement in Touch Football, Rugby League, Triathlon, Surf Lifesaving and Judo including regional, state and national representations. Junior Indigenous Sports Person Ivey, age 11 – for significant Mr Christopher Ive achievement in Cross Country including regional and state representations. Senior Indigenous Sports Person Mr Quinton Smith, age 17 – for significant achievement in Cross Country, Athletics and Boxing including regional, state, national and international representations.

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El Arish State School students Callum and Monica presented a bouquet of sunflowers to Mrs de Jersey. Photo by Maria Girgenti

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The Governor of Queensland Paul de Jersey AC with three generations of Francis Martin's family at the El Arish Cenotaph. Photo: Maria Girgenti

Township of El Arish celebrates 100 years MARIA GIRGENTI LAST Saturday over 200 locals and visitors including special guests the Governor of Queensland, His Excellency Paul de Jersey AC and his wife Mrs Kaye de Jersey attended commemorative celebrations in the small township of El Arish for 'From War Horse to Plough Horse' to mark the centenary of the establishment of 'The Maria Creek Soldiers' Settlement' on August 1, 1920. Three generations of the Martin family were also in attendance to be part of the placement and unveiling of the plaque in honour of Francis Paxton Martin, the original Superintendent of Maria Creek Soldiers Settlement, which was later renamed El Arish. Among those in attendance was David Benn, the last living child of local soldier settler Percy Benn who arrived in El Arish in 1922, as well as Sandra Groves, granddaughter of soldier settler Willie Hugh Williams, a 4th Division Pioneer in France, during WW1 who returned to El Arish when the war was over and began work on his soldier settler block, growing cane. President of El Arish Community Sports & Recreation Association and MC Wayne Kimberley welcomed distinguished guests and all those present to the Cenotaph and spoke briefly about the history of the town before 34 children of El Arish State School sang their unique rendition of Waltzing Matilda. El Arish which translates to 'palm huts' or 'place of palms' was named after a town on the coast of Egypt and was a strategic watering place and hospital town in WW1 for the Australian Light Horse brigade on their advance to Damascus. The township has strong historical links to World War I with six streets named after WW1 generals and surrounding areas such as Maadi, Hill 60, Friday Pocket and Shell Pocket are named after battle sites. In later years, a street named after Francis Martin, the first Superintendent of the Settlement was added, along with Millington Road in honour of Tasman Millington.

His Excellency Paul de Jersey AC officially unveiled the plaque marking the Cenotaph Park Project and centenary of El Arish Soldiers' Settlement. "Today, we pay tribute to those brave and determined soldiers for their service in war and in peace, who returned to the Far North as pioneers to establish a successful soldiers' settlement in El Arish by keeping their memory alive for future generations." El Arish Soldiers Settlement was part of the Queensland WW1 Soldiers Settlement Project and was established on August 1, 1920 with 4,000 acres of rainforest allocated within the local area. When Francis Martin was appointed Superintendent, he was faced with the huge task of obtaining labour to clear the land for the establishment of cane fields. Eventually, 200 acres were cleared and divided into 20 farms of 10 acres which then went to ballot. Paul Martin, the youngest son of Francis Martin who travelled from Brisbane for the important event said it was truly a special moment to be able to attend and see first hand the refurbishment of the Cenotaph, as well as be part of the unveiling of the plaque at the cenotaph dedicated to his father. He acknowledged the contribution of his brother David Martin OAM, a Vietnam veteran who worked closely with the people of El Arish to install the permanent memento of their father. Unfortunately, David who lives in Albury/ Wodonga, Victoria was unable to attend due to the COVID-19 pandemic and its associated border closures. Lance Corporal Francis Martin served in WW1 with three of his brothers Captain David Martin, Lieutenant Guy Martin and Sergeant Lionel Martin who all survived. His three sons from his first marriage also served, Bruce was killed in the 1940 blitz and is buried in London, Jim is buried in Brisbane and John Flint interned in Bowen, all of whom attended school in El Arish. His son, David joined the Australian Army as a 15-year-old apprentice

in 1964 where he served for 21 years and followed in the Martin family tradition serving in Vietnam in 1968-69 as a 19-year-old soldier. In closing, Mr Martin read a poem penned by Frank's 11-year-old great granddaughter Aliera Tucker published in Sydney Telegraph on ANZAC Day 2020. After the dismissal of 2nd Cavalry Regiment Catafalque party, Member for Kennedy Bob Katter and Member for Hill Shane Knuth then unveiled the bespoke artisan blacksmith-made sculpture of the Rising Sun army badge crafted in steel by Brent Cook to be a permanent fixture at the Cenotaph. Members and guests then proceeded to RSL Memorial Hall for a BBQ lunch catered for by Tully QCWA ladies. The Cenotaph Refurbishment project was funded by Queensland Veterans Memorial Grants Program via Qld Department of the Premier and Cabinet, Cassowary Coast Regional Council Community Grant Program, El Arish

Community Sports & Recreational Association. The visit to El Arish by the Governor and Mrs de Jersey was part of a threeday whirlwind road trip, which started in Townsville and saw them visit five communities to promote tourism and support regional Queenslanders with overnight stays at Mission Beach and Ingham. While in the region, the vice-regal couple also stopped at Ingham, Tully, Mission Beach and Innisfail and had a busy schedule of 12 program engagements, including a visit to two schools, hosting of three community receptions, two Council briefings, hosting a business breakfast and meeting, as well as thanking emergency personnel. This is the second regional visit the Governor has undertaken since COVID-19 restrictions were lifted to allow intra-state travel in Queensland, and early this month will visit Birdsville, Winton and Longreach.

Three generations of the Martin family: Paul (son), Eloise Martin, Jacqui Bevan (granddaughters), Shanajah Bevan (great granddaughter), Peter Bevan (grandson), Madison Bevan (great granddaughter), Janette Bevan (daughter) and Shanaye (great granddaughter) with the plaque dedicated to Francis Martin at the refurbished El Arish Cenotaph. Photo: Maria Girgenti

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BABINDA Chamber of Commerce Munro Street Markets are on this Saturday Aug 8 - the only proviso to have a stall, is to have permission of the shop owner where you wish to situate and to park your vehicle in the off-street parking facility beside the State Hotel, or if this is not suitable, a centre park. You will be surprised at the variety of plants and crafts at these street markets, which happen on the first Saturday of each month. There are some terrific coffees in town, and of course the Babinda Bakery goes without saying.

Picture Theatre remains shut

BABINDA Picture Theatre will remain shut for at least another month due to the worsening of COVID-19 in southern states and the re-closing of Queensland borders in response to the second wave of the pandemic. Owner Fred Lizzio said he reviewed the situation at the end of July and decided to keep the Theatre closed until there are signs of improvement in the spread of the virus, before reviewing its possible reopening again. The Theatre has been shut since the second week of March.

SARI HYYTINEN COVID-19 has shown the good, the bad and the ugly of Australians and other Western countries. I feel it is important to stay A-political in times of stress, however, that has not been the case on social media where the war of the Left side vs Right side of politics rages on. Some members of the western society believe that this only happens in America and that Australians are not at war in the same way. They believe that Australian journalism maintains its balance in its reporting. Sadly, this is no longer the case. I have observed that the Left side vs Right side of politics has become the cornerstone of Australian politicians and media reporting. I have spoken and worked alongside people who worked in media on the ‘right’ side and they informed me that stories are written to the heading and I have also worked alongside people who worked in media outlets on the ‘left’ side of media and informed that exactly the same thing happened there. The most unfortunate story I heard was of a young lady who went to a media outlet on the ‘left’ side of politics because she is an active environmentalist and wanted to help the truth be told. Sadly, she found that the media outlet was not telling the truth. The constant arguments on social media are a negative of COVID-19, and I question whether this is resulting in not working alongside each other effectively to ensure we have a cure? The positive I see for our community is being Queenslanders, living in a rural area and being used to going without. No Queenslanders that I have heard of are jumping the border and lying to go to places that they should not go. I believe that cities have become hotspots of civil unrest as most of their entertainment has gone. For us, not a lot has changed in our lives. It must be harder for places overseas that have larger populations living in smaller areas, as they even may not be allowed to go outside.

Babinda Market Day

The Tully & District Chamber of Commerce are in the midst of a membership drive. THE last few months during Covid-19 restrictions we have been working on an Email list for all businesses in the district, many hours of work. We have now sent out invitations to most businesses, but unfortunately a few have bounced back. If you have not received an email from the Chamber of Commerce in the last couple of weeks, please contact one of the Executive (Listed below) We have also taken on co-ordinating the Tully Street Markets, thank you to the Tully Gym & Tramp Club who have run the markets for many years. We would like to hear from anyone who would be interested in having a stall at the markets which are held on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month. We realise it will take time to attract new stall holders, but a successful market will attract many people to town, which in the long term helps everyone. The Chamber is now organising a “Faux Show” with a Monster market on the 12th September. We would like anyone who normally has an entry into any of the Exhibits at the Tully Show to contact us, we will place entries in Shop windows for a Faux show. There are many different sections, Needlework, Floral Art, Craft, Photography, Works of Art, Legos etc. Keeping in mind

this is a “Faux” show, not a real show, you may want to do a “Mini Exhibit” of Cattle, horses, dogs, Poultry, birds or something quirky. This is something fun for the district as it has been a very quiet year on fun. The more participants, the more interesting this will be. The Show Society will be co-ordinating a Colour Competition for the kids, the Chamber of Commerce will have “Show” bags for the kids. There will be stalls by the Tully Hospital Foundation (Craft), Tully Girl Guides (Sweets), Tully Heads Craft Ladies (Craft) Men’s Shed (Sausage Sizzle & Timber work). If any other organisation, sporting club or school are interested in having a stall please contact the Chamber. Faux Show/Monster markets details are : Date : 12/09/20 Time : 7am to 12noon Venue : Butler Street, Tully RSVP for Stalls : 01/09/20 Contact Details for the Tully & District Chamber of Commerce President : Christine Boric P : 0409055723 E : president@tullychamber.com.au

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Local ratepayer offers solution to fixing region's gravel roads and Great Barrier Reef run-off

Local resident Matt Dyason surveying one of the gravel roads in the region LOCAL ratepayer Matt Dyason believes he has the solution to fixing the region's gravel roads and reducing run-off to the Great Barrier Reef, which he has submitted in a proposal to local councillors and state and federal members. The Cassowary Coast region north to Babinda, south to Cardwell and west to the Great Divide incorporating the towns of Innisfail and Tully is the wettest location on the Australian continent receiving an average of 350 inches (nearly nine metres) of rain per annum, and sometimes vastly exceeding this figure. Some years have recorded up to 500 inches (12.7 metres) of rain. In times of flood and heavy rainfall, the massive amount of rainfall carries load-bearing silt directly out to the open ocean, damaging not only Australia's most internationally recognised asset and tourist attraction, but many other marine species and Indigenous hunting grounds. Nearly all of the catchment area flows via two major rivers, Johnstone and Tul-

ly Rivers to the sea and then out onto the Great Barrier Reef (GBR). Dyason said much of the silt comes from the area’s massive network of unsealed roads and the solution would be to seal those roads, albeit with major capital outlay commitments by governments. Cassowary Coast Regional Council (CCRC) maintains an unsealed road network of 600 kilometres. This equates to an area of close to 900 hectares of bare gravel roads that are continually maintained by CCRC at a great cost to ratepayers. The re-sheeting and continual grading of this vital infrastructure to maintain these roads to enable the agricultural crops of tea, sugar cane, cattle, bananas and paw paws is most essential. CCRC said it does its best to maintain the infrastructure with limited budget funds fed off a very low rate base.

Tully Horticultural & Garden Club THE Tully Horticultural and Garden Club Council advised that they do not have

is planning to recommence monthly meetings on August 8, commencing at 1.30pm. Our best advice from the COVID-19 Hot Line and the Garden Clubs of Australia Committee Secretary is that: It is okay for 40 people to meet in a house or garden if: ● there is 4 m2 per person ● social distancing is practised ● vulnerable people do not attend ● discretion is practised ● hand sanitisers are available and their use is supervised ● control is practised when drink and food is served ● food must be commercially produced, not “bring and share” ● toilet buttons and door handles must be sanitized regularly ● gloves are be worn by money handlers The Cassowary Coast Regional

a separate policy regarding COVID-19 and referred us to State regulations. These restrictions/regulations should not cause difficulties as long as everybody attending does the right thing. The Garden Club will not be supplying chairs or cups/mugs. You must bring your own. The Club will supply afternoon tea. Members with dietary requirements are urged to bring their own afternoon tea. Some of our planned meeting places are now not suitable because of insufficient space. Our first meeting will be at the Lower Tully State School, at the covered tennis court area. There will be no plant swap or giveaways at this meeting, but there will be lucky door prizes. We will be holding the AGM at this meeting; annual fees of $20 are due to be paid at the meeting. Hope to see you all there!

The approximate cost for sealing 600 hectares of gravel road would be $1 million per kilometre, equating to $600 million over say 10 years at $60 million per annum. Under the proposal funding would primarily come from Federal and State Government funding grants, with work to be completed by local government, providing employment for the next decade. Dyason believes the initiative to seal the total gravel road network in the Cassowary Coast region would allow for: ● Greater protection for the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park (GBRMP) tourist attraction resulting in continued longevity of the asset and a guaranteed revenue asset for Queensland ● Better water quality in our rivers for marine species ● Minimal disturbance of road surface by the agricultural industries in the wettest part of our country contributing to silt run-off into the GBRMP ● Assist CCRC to lower rates through less maintenance of gravel roads, which in turn would attract a greater population to the Cassowary Coast region, increasing its rates base ● Provide additional employment (road building) for the local region over an extended time frame, while the region recovers from COVID-19 and a slump in

tourism Other opportunities from the proposal would contribute to: ● Greater and prolonged life of the GBR leading to more and diverse tourism ventures ● Greater opportunity for local rural property owners with all-year-round sealed road access to their properties to set up Bed and Breakfast operations etc ● Better opportunity for local tourist operators to establish and operate all year round with adventure tourism ● Better access for local Indigenous groups to access more remote areas for local tourism "I feel this would be a most serious obligation for State and Federal Governments to consider under the circumstances, as the local farming community is doing its best to implement Government enforced green farming practices, yet here we have a situation with tonnes of silt flowing out of our Wet Tropics region from unsealed roads," said Dyason. Dyason’s proposal has been forwarded to Cassowary Coast Regional Council Mayor Mark Nolan, the Minister for Local Government's Office, and the offices of Bob Katter - Member for Kennedy and Federal Minister for Environment, Susan Ley.

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Parishioners welcomed back into Catholic churches

MARIA GIRGENTI AFTER a four month break due to COVID-19, parishioners from Mother of Good Counsel Parish have recently returned to weekend church services at Innisfail, Mourilyan, South Johnstone, Silkwood, Babinda and El Arish with the COVID Safe Plan and several changes in place. Although the Mass had not changed, the experience of isolation and lock down during COVID-19 has given the Mass special significance.

Parish Priest Fr Kerry said there have been many lessons to be learned during lock down, as it has been a deliberate time for people to slow down, stop and reflect on their life purpose and adjust to their own company while at home. "Even though the church building is shut, the life of the church continued, and it was important to continue nurturing people's spiritual lives." There is only one entry and exit point at the church and while parishioners are now able to receive only the consecrated

Mother of Good Counsel Parish Priest Fr Kerry is happy to have parishioners back at weekend Masses in churches in Innisfail and surrounding areas

bread for Holy Community wafer, they are unable to receive the chalice, no sign of the Peace exchange, no people bringing up the gifts, collection box is located at the church entry and there is no Holy Water in the fonts at the church doors. Those attending church need to observe the social distancing and hand sanitiser rules, and a warden will be on duty at the side door. Fr Kerry said celebrating mass changed slightly when services began to be live streamed with a certain number of people allowed in the congregation. "We wanted to run live stream to connect with the local community and the feedback received was quite positive, especially for the Feast of Three Saints Mass which was live streamed from St John's Church, Silkwood." Live streaming of Mass was also conducted once a week into Warrina and Villa Nova aged care facilities, as well as Tully Nursing Home and Rockingham Home in Cardwell. During lock down, only by family request were both priests able to go to hospitals to administer anointing of the sick to patients but had to follow strict COVID-19 protocols. They were only able to attend nursing homes in an emergency and funerals were unable to be conducted at church with services streamlined from Black's Funeral Chapel.

Drive through reconciliation was available between the church and parish centre, and it is now being held in the Parish Centre every Saturday from 11.30am. Now that restrictions have been further lifted with a limited number are allowed in the church, 70 Good Counsel College students will soon celebrate the Feast Day of Saint Marcellin de Champagnat which will be beamed into classrooms. Fr Kerry believes there is a place for live streaming of Mass services to continue for active disciples. He said a great advantage about live streaming is the services are recorded and can be watched later via YouTube. Fr Kerry and Assistant Priest Fr Mathew Kochuveettil are now back doing weekly Mass services at aged care homes and required to follow strict COVID regulations, hospital visits only during visiting hours, and funerals have only recently started to be held at the church. This year's Sacramental program will now go ahead with Confirmation to be held over two nights and an extra Mass for Communion this month, with limitations. Numbers at Mother of Good Counsel Catholic Church Innisfail are limited to 70, so anyone wishing to attend need to register their details by calling the Parish Office on 4063 0650 Monday to Friday from 10.00am - 3.00pm.

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Paige Camilleri was one of the winners of the Primary Jase Braun won the Encouragement Award category

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Amira Braun won the $200 cash draw in the fishing competition

Cassowary Coast school holiday fishing competition MARIA GIRGENTI THE second Cassowary Coast School Holiday fishing competition held from June 27 - July 11 has been hailed a huge success as the number of competitors, fish caught and money raised doubled that of last year's inaugural event. There were close to 50 registered school children aged from five to 17, as well as over 50 fish caught and entered by the contestants. A total of $215 was raised for Innisfail Meals on Wheels. The aim of the competition is to get youngsters off their devices and enjoying the outdoors with something they can get excited about, while raising some money for a deserving charity along the way. Innisfail Optical, River 'n' Reef Tackle and Bait and Coastal Marine & Outdoors wanted to make the event as inclusive as possible which is why there was a specific land-based category and affordable entry fee. Towards the end of their fishing trip on the Innisfail Show Day Holiday, Martin Camilleri and his daughter Paige were almost ready to pack up when one of their rods took off. "I handed it to Paige, and she started to wind it in. It put up a fight, so we thought it was a decent sized fish.” Martin soon realised it was more than likely a stingray. “Paige couldn't get it to move, so I had to help lift it off the bottom. Paige then took over again, until it came to the surface. We saw it was a stingray, so I told Paige to step back and took the rod. Paige eventually came down to inspect the catch and I was able to tell her it

Ollie Haren, aged four had a great time and was chuffed with the fish he caught

was a Leopard stingray. This was her first encounter with a ray, and she thought it was cool.” Event organisers thanked all the parents that not only entered their kids in the competition, but also took them fishing in often less than ideal weather. While Ollie Haren aged four did not catch the biggest fish, although it was a beauty, he showed you

don't need a boat or the best gear in the world to get outside and have some fun. The winners: Secondary: Bryce McKenzie (Maui Jim Sunglasses), Bryce McKenzie ($150 prize from River ’n’ Reef) Primary: Paige Camilleri (Maui Jim Sunglasses), Ashton Stepanoff ($150 prize from River ’n’ Reef) Land Based: Jack Rosewarne (Maui Jim sunglasses), Jack Rosewarne ($150 prize from River ’n’ Reef) Encouragement Award: Jase Braun (Rod and reel combo - kindly donated by Bob and Kathy Hunt) $200 Cash Draw (every child who entered a fish received one entry): Amira Braun Big thanks to: Rex at River 'n' Reef Tackle & Bait Innisfail, Joel Solinas and Coastal Marine and Outdoors for their generous support, donations, and event advertising. Bob and Kathy Hunt who without being asked, with no product to sell and no business to promote, spent their own money on a great rod and reel combo for the Encouragement award. Peter Williamson from Queensland Police Service for volunteering his time to judge the entries after hours.

Bryce McKenzie was the clear winner of the Secondary category with his great fishing

Given the amount of youngsters involved for the first time, Innisfail Optical, River 'n' Reef and a few generous people in the community are hoping to run a kids afternoon or day later in the year offering tips and demos on lures, rods, lines, knots, and cast netting.

Charlotte Goodes was pleased with her catch

Torah Puccini was one of the daily winners

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Showcasing Young Local Talent SARI HYYTINEN LAST Friday Tully Primary School were honoured to host a visit from His Excellency the Honourable Paul de Jersey AC, Governor of Queensland and Mrs de Jersey. His Excellency addressed the Year 5 and 6 students, the school leaders from St. Clare’s School and Junior School Leaders from Tully State High School. The Governor informed the students they impressed him with the welcome to country and national anthem video utilised to welcome him. The three schools prepared tables showing samples of work which the school leaders discussed with both the Governor and Mrs de Jersey. After the ceremony Mrs de Jersey read the story “Gavel Finds is Place” to a group of our Year 1 and 2 students. This story had a special meaning for our children of “never give up”. Our School leaders showed great pride and honour in their return address to the Governor and Mrs de Jersey and spoke of various aspects of Tully State School. Samuel, Jake, Ashley, Molly, Jaxson and Justine all spoke very well and made our school community extremely proud in their presentation. Federal member for Kennedy Bob Katter, Mayor Mark Nolan and Councillors from the Cassowary Coast Regional Council were also in attendance.

Mrs de Jersey reading Gravel Finds is Place to a group of year 1 and 2 students.

Maeve Lowe, Austin Stuart and His Excellency the Honourable Paul de Jersey AC, Governor of Queensland.

Ashley, Justine, Bob Katter, Molly, Jaxon, Principal Ms Sloane, Sam, Jake and His Excellency the Honourable Paul de Jersey AC, Governor of Queensland.

St Clare’s Alex Bradley and Emily Pietrobon our school captains with Mayor Mark Nolan, Cr Jeff Baines, Cr Nicholas Pervan and Cr Teresa Millwood

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Viv and Family wish to thank everyone for their Cards and Floral Tributes. Ward 1, Innisfail Hospital; Elrae Schnitzerling, Blacks Funerals; and the Ergon Staff for their attendance.

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TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE FOR BRIDGE WORKS ROAD: Old Cardwell Road at Double Barrel Creek Bridge AREA: Bilyana CLOSED FROM: 17 August 2020 to 30 October 2020 (Weather Permitting) CLOSURE HOURS: All Day (24 hours a day) Contact Council for further information.

RMS Engineering and Construction would like to advise of an upcoming closure of Friday Pocket Road and the Bruce Highway Intersection, Friday Pocket as part of DTMR Project CN9046 Smith’s Gap Overtaking Lane and Cassowary Crossing. This closure will take place on Tuesday the 11th of August with works expected to be completed by the 26th of September 2020. This intersection will remain closed for all hours throughout this period. Detour signage will be in place at all times with Traffic Controllers on duty during working hours of 6.30am to 5.00 pm on a 10 day working cycle commencing on Tuesday the 11th of August 2020. Access to residential housing on Friday Pocket Road will be via Granadilla Road. Thank you for your assistance in making this a safe job for our people and of course the community.

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WATT, Donald William Aged 92 years. Late of Villa Nova, Innisfail. Formerly of El-Arish Loved Father and Stepfather of Brian (dec), Marie, Julie-Anne, Samantha and Fiona. Loving Father-In-Law, Grandad (Grandon), and Great Grandad of their families. All Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend a Graveside Service for Donald commencing at 10.00a.m., Tuesday, 11th August, 2020 at the New Tully Lawn Cemetery.

Cassowary Coast Regional Council invites tenders for the Innisfail Bowls Club Slope Rectification. The Queensland Government’s Code of Practice for the Building and Construction Industry applies to the building work associated with this project. It is a requirement of this project that any person who undertakes the work be compliant with the Code. Tender documentation may be obtained from the LG Tenderbox System; https://lgtenderbox.com.au from 3pm on Tuesday 4 August 2020. Tenders must be lodged at https://lgtenderbox.com.au by 5.00pm on 25 August 2020 (‘the Closing Time’). Council reserves the right to invite all tenderers to change their tenders to take account of a change in the tender specification. The Council’s representative for this tender is Blake Haslam from SMEC who can be contacted on Blake.Haslam@smec.com All Correspondence to be through the LG Tenderbox Forum. James Gott Chief Executive Officer

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A great townhouse so close to everything INNISFAIL Location: Available on request Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1 Carports: 1 Agent: A & A Realty Fran Laffin. Phone 0401 191 258 http://aarealty.net/property/1149/ Price: $145,000 neg.

ONSTRUCTED of clay brick there are three bedrooms, all with built-ins, under staircase storage plus a linen press upstairs.

The kitchen / dining is combined and there is a large lounge area. Screens, air conditioning and fans also. There is a single carport which could double as an entertainment area. Currently returning $230 per week in rent. Very rarely vacant. Excellent tenants in place. Ideal first home or investment opportunity. An inspection will not disappoint.

Lowset house at the beach TAYLORS BEACH Location: 13 Whiting Street Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1 Inspection Time: By Appointment Agent: Peter Reitano. 4776 5007 or 0407 167 108 Price: $235,000. LOWSET block home ideally located on 701 square metre corner block with some water views from front. 3 bedrooms (2 airconditioned), neat kitchen and bathroom areas and airconditioned open plan living area. Being sold furnished.

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Large shed on one side with one vehicle bay and two other bays that are closed in workshop area. High clearance shed ideal for boat on other side. It also has a fish cleaning sink at the rear of it. Don’t miss this opportunity !

AUCTION

5 STALLAN STREET, INGHAM

* Solid lowset home in great area of town * Out of known flood ! * 4 built in bedrooms (ensuite in main) * Split system A/C & vinyl floorcoverings throughout * Neat kitchen & open plan living area Friday, 13th December, 2019 at 12 Noon * Separate bathroom & toilet 34 The Esplanade, (Cassadys) Forrest * Large undercover entertainment area at rearBeach * •1,013 sq.m (over ¼ acre) fenced blockresidential Absolute beachfront block ! • Zoned - General INSPECTIONS - TOMORROW,•1Power - 2 P.M. OR BY APPOINTMENT • 708 Square Metres & town water run past block ! TO BE AUCTIONED • Freehold tenure • Ideal spotON for aSITE beach home ! ON SATURDAY, 15TH AUGUST, 2020 TO BEFROM HELD AT FELIX REITANO’S AUCTION ROOM AT 1 P.M FOLLOWED BY CONTENTS

109 CARTWRIGHT STREET, INGHAM ID 2397208 Further Details & Photos :- reitano.com.au ID 2112371

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Jamie Powell, Rajeev Varghese and Jesvinder Singh Northern Iron & Brass Foundry - Wangan

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3 2 2 – Land area 800 sqm Open for Inspection, 6 Broad Street, Etty Bay Saturday 08/08/20, 1•00pm to 2•00pm

COUNTRY FEEL WITH FLARE

CUTE AS A BUTTON

REALLY IS! RIGHT IN TOWN

– Land area 883 sqm

• Spacious kitchen complete with pantry, dishwasher & breakfast bar • Dining / lounge combined, loads of space • Large office with external door way, ideal for home based business or 4th bedroom • Massive indoor entertainment / rumpus area • Main bathroom & separate toilet. Ensuite also • Outdoor BBQ area leading out to a beautiful pool • Lockable powered shed & partial granny flat at the rear • Fenced from the sides back $379,000 http://aarealty•net/property/1216/

• Modern and spacious plus family room • Compact kitchen with good appliences • Kitchen and dining combined • Entertainment area plus 2 bay lockable shed with skillion • No back or front neighbours • Stylish home close to beaches and harbour • Just minutes to schools and other conveniences $319,000 http://aarealty•net/property/1211/

• Solid block inside and out • Open plan kitchen, dining, lounge • Back sun room / office • Front & back porch • Single carport and side access to back yard • Beautiful inground pool brand new $249,000 http://aarealty•net/property/1212/

2 1 2 – Land area 1,012 sqm • Rendered brick home, modern kitchen, combined dining / lounge • Bathroom & toilet complete with linen press • Front porch and back deck approximately 9m x 4m in area • Garden shed and large bird cage • Huge backyard, fully fenced • Ideal for the keen gardener Nicely presented $210,000neg• Offers Welcome• http://aarealty•net/property/1154/

Contact Fran on 0401 191 258

A VERY ATTRACTIVE HOME

QUALITY HOME – GREAT PRICE

– Land area 1,012 sqm

ROOM FOR A BOAT, CLOSE TO THE HARBOUR

– Land area 809 sqm

4 2 4 – Land area 1,115 sqm • Lovely kitchen, complete with island bench,pantry and other features • Dining area, spacious lounge area, front & rear decks • Polished timber floors in lounge and bedrooms • Guest area, rumpus room & laundry downstairs • Entertainment area, inground pool, greenhouse & shed • All beautifully manicured $430,000 http://aarealty•net/property/1202/

• Brick veneer home, kitchen/dining combined, separate lounge • Bathroom and separate toilet, lots of storage, private front porch • More car ports / entertainment area at the rear and internal laundry • Garden shed and side access to back yard • Property is mostly all fenced • Rented at $270 per week• Priced to sell at $219,000 neg• Offers Welcome• http://aarealty•net/property/1181/

Contact Fran on 0401 191 258

GREAT FAMILY HOME

A GARDENER’S PARADISE

– Land area 506 sqm

• Open plan living • 3 bedrooms • Reverse cycle air conditioning in living and main bedroom • Fully fenced yard • Two street access $190,000 - List #1219 Contact Kylie on 0428 944 563

FANTASTIC BRICK HOME IN BELVEDERE!

READY TO MOVE IN, JUST BYO CLOTHES

– Land area 1,103 sqm

• Double storey 3 b/r home • Fully airconditioned • Large 1,103sqm block • 2 street access • Close to school and bike/walking track $290,000 - List #1194 Contact Kylie on 0428 944 563

– Land area 810 sqm

3 1 2 – Land area 1,012 sqm • 3 airconditioned bedrooms • Close to town and bike/walking track • Bore and town water – perfect for the gardener • Remote lock-up garage • Fully fenced yard and Large masonry block shed

• 3 bedrooms with air conditioning. • two bathrooms. • Fully tiled throughout. • Huge open plan living room. • Covered entertainment area. • Double carport and Colorbond shed

$330,000 - List # 1191

$315,000 - List #1039

Contact Kylie on 0428 944 563

1 1 – Land area 95 sqm • A very well maintained property with potential good rental return, it is fully furnished and has everything included down to the cutlery. • This unit is close to the Geraldton Gardens complex pool with beautiful tropical surrounds. • There is an air conditioner and fan in the living area, plus the convenience of a storage room and carport. • Easy access to picturesque walking tracks and a short walk to Innisfail CBD, eateries and schools. This is definitely a great investment package at only $87,000 List: 1223 / Weblink: http://aarealty.net/ property/1223/ Contact Connie on 0410 008 918

A MOVE TO THE COUNTRY HAS NEVER BEEN BETTER

– Land area 12 ha

Look no further! You have just found your dream property, it offers absolute privacy, 12 Hectares of gorgeous tropical ambience and an elevated plateau taking in 360 degrees of breathing taking views, with approximately 25 acres of flat and only some slightly undulating farming land, 7 fenced paddocks (currently with cattle), near new cattle yards and outbuildings and not to mention a luxurious home and lap pool. A prized property for someone looking for excellence. You will not be disappointed in owning this well managed and maintained boutique /lifestyle property, everything has been done ready for your enjoyment, ideal for semi-retirement, become self-sufficient, with capabilities to earn a comfortable living. Contact us for more details on this valuable property. $695,000 List #1225 Contact Connie on 0410 008 918

70 Edith Street, INNISFAIL PHONE 4061 1466 email aarealty@aarealty.net www.aarealty.net

Wet Tropic Times

Greg Shannon

THIS time of year is critical for cane planting and generally speaking the planting in Tully is a bit later than usual due to wet weather.

RURAL A well-established plant cane crop is the basis for a successful sugarcane crop cycle which needs to go for 5-6 years and as an industry we are always seeking continuous improvement in crop presentation for harvesting. This includes working on variety development, variety choice and plant cane establishment. A major risk to good plant cane crop establishment this time of year is a soil borne disease known as “Pineapple sett rot” caused by the fungus Ceratocystis paradoxa.

Friday, August 7, 2020 Cold, wet weather during the first month after planting favours this fungus which starts to kill off the “eyes”, the part of the cane billet which needs to germinate to produce a new crop. The result can be gaps throughout the plant crop which reduce yield straight away. Planting healthy cane billets treated with fungicides which give the billet up to 30 days protection in the soil has been a major factor in managing pineapple disease. For many decades the industry was well placed with a reliable mercury based fungicide to use at planning called Shirtan. However a lot has changed in this area, especially over the past 5-10 years with the introduction of new fungicides which are not mercury based. It took a lot of research and development to do this. Heavy metals have been used as fungicides in agriculture for a long time and will continue to be, just think of copper which is used in the garden. The use of copper as a fungicide dates back hundreds of years. For sugarcane though, the fungicide is in the soil not on the leaf, so these two newer products which are mercury free, are seen as more sustainable and are technically known as Propiconazole (commonly known as Tilt) and Flutriafol (commonly known as Sinker). To add some local knowledge to the use of these products TSL, working with a local planting contractor conducted three years of field demonstrations (201618) in El Arish using all three fungicides. To do this, plant cane was monitored by counting stalk numbers over a number of 10m plots for up to 70 days for each treatment. The good news is the newer fungicides compared very well with Shirtan with good plant success.

An example of plant cane with good stalk numbers where pineapple disease has been controlled by fungicides at planting

Over recent years the industry has been moving to use these two products more and more, and it was recently announced that Shirtan won’t be available after May 2021. We are well placed for life without it and this is just another example of how the industry has been proactive in maintaining sustainability.

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Wet Tropic Times

Cassowary lady ramps up campaign for responsible dog ownership MAX TOMLINSON MISSION Beach “Cassowary Lady” Ingrid Marker is stepping up her campaign to protect the region’s threatened cassowary population, other native wildlife and the public from roaming predatory dogs in the rainforest. Ms Marker, who has lived in the Mission Beach area for 30 years, has documented 14 cassowaries being mauled to death by roaming dogs. “It’s not so much about the dogs, it’s about responsible dog ownership” she said. Her first campaign championed the slogan, “If you own a dog your 100% responsible”, was adopted by local author-

ities across the Wet Tropics bioregion. Ms Marker, who has been described as a citizen scientist, is founder of Cassowary Keystone Conservation, a group that co-ordinates efforts to save the dwindling cassowary population. She recently ramped up her campaign by forming a Neighbour Watchstyle group called “Guardians of the Wet Tropics”. The group aims to build relationships with people living in areas adjoining the Wet Tropics who are doing protecting the edges of the rainforest and link them to neighbours and traditional owners of the land who have an interest in protecting native species and cassowaries’ rainforest habitat. Membership is open to landowners who “love their patch” and are interesting in educating pet owners about their responsibilities. “We’ve seen an increase in the number of lost and roaming dogs in the rainforest in recent years,” she said, “and that’s bad news for the cassowary population and other native wildlife. “Many of the dogs are large pig-hunting cross-breeds that have become lost in the bush. “They can become a dangerous feral dog that then targets livestock – there are growing examples of this on the Tablelands. “These big dogs are bred to hunt and pull down pigs, have great night vision and sense of smell and can travel over 25 kilometres in a single hunt,” she said. “Cassowaries sleep on the ground at night and much like a chook, have no night vision so they are extremely vulnerable to dog attacks. “Dogs can menace, attack or hunt alone or in packs and can easily run a fleeing cassowary down and can even kill a human,” she said. Ms Marker has experienced the roaming dog problem first hand. In February 2015, a pack of roaming pig dogs burst into her rainforest home and terrorised her. It was then that she realised the animal control aws were ineffective

and ambiguous. She also witnessed the death of a brood of seven cassowaries on her property, mauled to death by dogs. The passionate environmentalist has also had to endure death threats. Ms Marker, who was awarded the Sustainable Environment Award in last year’s Cassowary Coast Regional Council Australia Day awards, has worked closely with Federal and State Government Departments and has had

input into private members bills aimed at protecting native fauna from roaming dogs. She spent nearly four years as the onsite caretaker of the cassowary hospital caring for many sick, injured and orphaned cassowaries and their chicks due to car strike and dog attacks. “The take-home message is slow down in cassowary hot spots and be a responsible pet owner by containing them to your yard,” she said.

MILL STATISTICS ACROSS THE REGION SOUTH JOHNSTONE MILL Cane Crushing Statistics

for 2020 Crushing statistics for Week 6 ending Sunday, August 2 2020 Crushing Weekly Season to Season Date Total Tonnes Cane Crushed 67,576 CCS Season estimate

11.87

258,256 11.51 1,433,500

Tully Sugar

Cane Crushing Statistics for 2020 Crushing statistics for Week 7 ending Friday July 31 2020 Crushing Weekly Season to Season Date Total Tonnes 94,260 591,894 Cane Crushed 739 Tonnes Cane 749

Crushed / hour CCS

Season estimate Balance to crush

12.44

11.76 2,400,000 1,808,106

HERBERT RIVER Cane Crushing Statistics

for 2020 Crushing statistics for Week 6 ending Saturday, August 1 2020 Crushing Weekly Season to Season Date Total Tonnes Cane Crushed 209,995

883,387

12.19

11.52

CCS Season estimate

4,160,000

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Friday, August 7, 2020

diers can’t take home a third title back to the foot of the mountains.

Muriata IF no one believed the Penny Panthers were a title threat in 2020, the father son duo Nathan and Ivan Cleary put that to bed with a dominant display against a Manly side that I thought was one of my picks for the flag this year. While the whole NRL universe is ogling over the return of Money Bill Williams, Melbourne’s winning and the Eels halves, someone forgot to mention the Blue Mountains boys who have only lost one game this year. So where does the credit lie for this great club, well, there’s only one name that should be mentioned, Phil Gould. Gus set this club up and went out to recruit players who had potential. He chased Jonathan Thurston for quite some time, but settled on the future that would be Nathan Cleary. Now with the payoff reaping the rewards of being in the best form in the history of the Panthers, will the NRL trophy look too far out of range? I think not, and as long as they stay healthy and out of trouble, I don’t see why the chocolate sol-

Seri’s Predictions

This weekend will see the Tully Tigers travel to Cairns to play against a Northern Pride rep team, which will consist of many up and coming Tully players. It won’t be much for the club in terms of long term gain, but it’s a game of footy and that’s all some of us are wanting. It should be a good hit out, with a few players chomping at the bits for this weekend’s fixtures. DRAGONS vs Roosters: Impossible to tip against the This weekend also sees legendary rugby league ad- Roosters here. Whilst they have been a bit below par ministrator and long serving supporter Pat Bailey join the last few weeks, good teams find ways to win and our expert panel for the NRL’s round 13 matches. Of I think they will get the job done against the Dragons. course, those in rugby league circles know Pat Bailey is one of the most known League identities in the north, having served the game for more than 30 years. Pat is also a very good friend of the Tigers, so our paths have crossed on more than one occasion during a footy season. If you happen to see her around, make sure you say g'day.

Manly vs Warriors: The loss of Blake Green through the week makes the Warriors assignment all the tougher. I’m expecting Manly to bounce back after a poor showing against the Panthers.

Rabbitohs vs Broncos: I’m tipping the Rabbitohs in a close one here. Broncos welcome back star David Fifita but don’t think it’ll be enough to get them the win. On a special note, many congratulations to my mate Broncos have had lots of changes in their spine over Jonnie Hughes, who according to his partner finally the last few weeks which can make combinations difproposed, and to our joy, she said yes. Let me be the ficult. first to say, Jenna Morgan, you and Jonnie will make Storm vs Bulldogs: Even with Smith and Papenhuyzone of the most awesome married couples, because en out I think the Storm's depth and culture will prove you guys are already awesome people. Good luck for enough to get the win here. your future. Knights Vs Tigers: Difficult game to tip here. Tigers haven’t got a good record against top eight teams and after a shock loss to the Warriors on the weekend I think they are a bit off the pace. Even with plenty of injuries I thought the Knights were gutsy against the Storm and think they still have enough talent in key positions to get the win. Panthers and Raider: Panthers are the in form team of the competition at the moment. They seem to have all areas covered. I do like the Raiders but can’t go against the Panthers here. Titans vs Cowboys: Can flip a coin here. Hoping the inclusion of Michael Morgan and Josh Maguire is enough to get the Cowboys over the line.

Nathan Cleary and his Panthers flying high on top of the NRL ladder.

NRL Tipping

Roosters Sea Eagles Souths Storm Knights Panthers Cowboys Eels Pat Bailey: Rugby League, Administrator, North Qld, Footy Identity.

Team W 1. Panthers 10 2. Storm 10 3. Eels 10 4. Roosters 8 5. Raiders 8 6. Sharks 7 7. Knights 6 8. Rabbits 6

Roosters Sea Eagles Souths Storm Knights Panthers Cowboys Eels Mitch Seri: Herbert River Crushers Head Coach.

D 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0

L 1 2 2 4 4 5 5 6

PD 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12

Roosters Sea Eagles Souths Storm Knights Raiders Titans Sharks Cameron Miller: Spilla Sports Show.

NRL Ladder

PTS 21 20 20 16 14 13 12 12

Sharks vs Eels: I’m thinking the Eels will be the job done in a close one. The Eels spine really impresses me with Mitchell Moses, and Clint Gutherson in the best form of his career.

Roosters Warriors Souths Storm Knights Panthers Cowboys Eels Chris Zanoletti: Babinda Footy Legend.

Team W 9. Sea Eagle 6 10. Tigers 5 11. Dragons 4 12. Warriors 4 13. Cowboys 3 14. Titans 3 15. Broncos 3 16. Bulldogs 2

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

L PD 6 12 7 12 8 12 8 12 9 11 9 11 9 11 10

Roosters Sea Eagles Broncos Storm Knights Panthers Cowboys Eels Paul Ketchell: Tully Tigers Head Coach.

PTS 10 8 8 6 6 6 4

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Under 13s combined Innisfail Brother and Tully Tigers team. Photo by Kez Helion

Local rugby league action returns MARIA GIRGENTI BOOTS were laced up and jerseys pulled on as Cairns District Junior rugby league action returned with first round competitive games played last Friday and Saturday at Jones Park in Cairns. Brothers Junior Innisfail Under 13s and Under 16s team (a combined team of Innisfail/Tully players), Innisfail 14s and 15s teams and Tully Tigers Under 14s and 15s teams will take part in the modified six-week season. Brothers Juniors Innisfail President Troy Cooper said it was great news for players who are keen to get back on the field after months of no sport. "It is essential kids are back out playing, as we run the risk of losing talented young players, as well as volunteers who are the mainstay of the game,” he said. “The kids are thrilled to be back out on the field again, but it's also about the mateship and social aspect which the rugby league family has really missed." All Stage 3 COVID-19 requirements remain in place, however, now there are no restrictions on numbers attending a game. All players, volunteers and spectators who attend games will be required to follow physical distancing of 1.5 metres, practice good hygiene, specific entry and exit points, while clubs will need to maintain cleaning and sanitation measures, as well as record of attendance registers. Due to reduced numbers, only Under 13s to Under 16s competitive games will be hosted, while Under 6s to Under 12s games will be organised by individual clubs. There will be no girl's competition due to a lack in numbers and most of the competitive games will be held at Jones Park in Westcourt. When playing games at Jones Park and at a hosting ground, all clubs will need to provide a minimum of four volunteers per game to assist with monitoring of social distancing, and cleaning requirements after each game. Teams will be required to check in and enter as a group and leave as a group. There will be a minimum of 30 minutes from a game ending until a new group can enter a facility. The competition which commenced on the weekend of July 31, will conclude on September 19. There will be no finals, trophies or awards for this modified season which is to allow players to get on the field to play footy and keep active. If you are sick, have a cold, a cough, fevers etc or

been in contact with someone who has tested positive to COVID-19, or travelled from a hot spot are not to attend training or attend or participate in any games or capacity at a host ground. Prior to entry and payment (EFTPOS preferred), spectators need to attend the check tables while maintaining social distancing, use hand sanitiser and check in using EVA app on their smartphones or by filling in details on attendance sheets. As grandstands will not be used at any facility, spectators are advised to bring a fold-up chair or blanket to sit on. Due to some clubs not having fenced facilities, games will not be held at Edmonton, Redlynch, and Mossman grounds. There will be one entry and a separate exit at the other grounds and those attending are to follow all directions and signage at each facility. The second round of junior fixtures will be played this Friday and Saturday at Jones Park and Kangaroos home grounds at Mooroobool. Local fans are also rejoicing, as the senior rugby league will make a long-awaited comeback at Stan Williams Park in Manunda this Saturday, August 8 after

COVID-19 restrictions were further eased. Gates open at 1.30pm; the first game kicks off at 2.00pm between Northern Pride Reef Kings and Cairns Brother, followed by Northern Pride Giants up against Tully Tigers at 4.00pm. Entry is $5 for all patrons - primary school age and above with tickets at the gate, and the canteen and bar will be operating. The shortened challenge will feature Cairns Brothers, Tully Tigers and two Northern Pride teams which will have a mix of players from the club's Mal Meninga Cup, Hastings Deering Colts and Intrust Super Cup competitions. Each of the three clubs will host double headers at their home grounds and will run for six weeks. Although clubs won't be contesting the usual premiership title, there will be a winner at the end which will be determined by points, as well as for and against. The shortened version is more about getting players back out on the field rather than competition. The second round of the Lightning Challenge will also be hosted at Cairns Brothers home grounds on Saturday, August 15 at Stan Williams Park, Manunda.

Under 14s Tully Tigers team with their coach Anthony Emmi. Photo by Kez Helion

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Wet Tropic Times

Friday, August 7, 2020

Two Innisfail United junior teams secure wins in rain

MARIA GIRGENTI

DESPITE driving rain, Innisfail United Red Under 13/14s Div 1 team had a home game against Stratford Dolphins White played on the main field and bounced back from last week's narrow loss with a sensational 5-0 win.

Trent Finta scored two goals for Innisfail United in the Under 13/14 game against Stratford at Castor Park

Trent Finta and Zaviah Di Carlo netted two goals each while Casey Moloney also scored one goal and Chloe Musumeci and Jordan Mauloni were named Players of the Match. The winning team was made up of: Kael Newcombe (goalkeeper), Zaviah Di Carlo, Kaden Berryman, K J Crowley, Michael Cunningham, Casey Moloney, Trent Finta, Jordan Mauloni, Crawford McElroy, Chloe Musumeci, Ashton Vecchio, Julian Sujana, Harry Corsi, Steven Berryman (coach) and thanks to Sammy Darveniza for stepping up to play in the team. Innisfail JR Under 12 team continued their unbeaten form in appalling wet conditions with a 6-1 win at home over Southside Comets Halleys as Reed Bonassi scored three goals while Jasper Curzon, Taylah McLeod and Blake Musumeci chipped in with one goal each. Innisfail's Under 13/14 Div 2 team had a 5-1 loss at home on a soggy Castor Park against Southside Comets.

Kimberley Bryant bagged a treble, Mia Wilson a double and one goal each to Phoebe Jamieson and Amy Daly. The unbeaten Innisfail United 2nd Division team had their first loss of the season on Friday, going down to Edge Hill 5-2 at Castor Park. Goal scorers: Elliott Keenan and Kalontas Chillya. On Sunday, due to wet weather in Innisfail, senior games were moved to Southside Comets home grounds at Walker Road, Edmonton and game times altered. Innisfail's Premier Men's team are now sitting equal first on the ladder after their 2-0 win over Southside Comets in Edmonton, the Premier Youth team had a 3-1 loss, the Reserve Men's side registered a 1-0 win over Southside, Premier Women's had a convincing 7-0 win and 3rd Division team had a bye. This weekend's Round 5 fixtures kick off this Friday evening, when Innisfail United 2nd and 3rd Division teams will clash with JCU Strikers in Cairns at James Cook University grounds, and then in Cairns on Saturday at EPark in Manunda, Innisfail JR Under 12 Div 1, Innisfail United Red Under 13/14 Div 1 and Premier Youth teams will be up against JCU Strikers and Under 13/14 Div 3 team will play Dimbulah Barras, while Premier Women Reserves, Premier Women's, Premier Reserves and Premier Men's teams all have a bye.

Innisfail United Under 13/14 players Ashton Vecchio and Julian Sujana in their game against Stratford at Castor Park

On Friday, the in-form Innisfail Premier Women Reserves team had a 7-1 win at home over Southside, where

Ingham Bowls

Silkwood Clay Target

FRIDAY Jul 31 Men’s Pairs Winners: B. Joyce, C. Johnson Results: Brian Joyce, Cliff Johnson Defeated Dennis Parton, Tony Koop 32 to 8 John Holmes, Pat Ryan Defeated John Eddleston, Phil Wright 17 to 13 Kevin Lawlor, Russell Petersen Defeated Bob Bell, Kevin Walker 17 to 13 Steve Moore, Stan Richards Defeated Gary Brierley, Peter Herman 16 to 12 Andrew Cole, Ian Muldowney Defeated Des Hoffman, Alan Torielli 14 to 10 Sunday Aug 2 Mixed Social Bowls Winners: Judy Fenoglio, Jan Craven, Peter

Herman.

Event 1 - 25 Target Point Score

Results:

AA - Equal 1st: Paul Crapella 74/75, Bryan Sanderson 74/75, and Nathan Judy Fenoglio, Jan Craven, Peter Thurston 74/75 Herman A - 1st: Peter Robertson 74/75; Equal Defeated 2nd: Chris Santarossa 72/75 and Joe Bev Eddleston, Alf Di Bella, Alan ToZappala 72/75 rielli. B - 1st: Ennio Defend 69/75; 2nd: Li21 to 12 ane Robertson 68/75 Roger Celotto, John Holmes, John C - 1st: Nicholas Patterson 67/75; Eddleston, Stan Richards 2nd: Joe Collins 66/75 Defeated Event 2 - 50 Target Double Barrel John Lone, Kevin Lawlor, David HorsAA - 1st: Aaron Lemphers 50/50; 2nd: ley, John Hamlyn. Jar Smaniotto 50/50; 3rd: Joe Sebas20 to 12 tiani 50/50 (shoot off) Bob Bell, Luisa Di Bella, Ren CantaA - 1st: Chris Santarossa 49/50; 2nd: tore Jason Sapuppo 46/50; 3rd: Peter RobDefeated

ertson 46/50 (shoot off) Maria Spano, Norma Evans, Cliff B - 1st: Sandra Crapella 45/50; 2nd: Johnson Allan Millwood 44/50; 3rd: Alf Strano 43/50 19 to 18 C - 1st: Nicholas Patterson 48/50; No Thursday Barefoot Bowls until fur2nd: Joe Collins 44/50; 3rd: Bill Evans ther notice 44/50 (shoot off) Friday Aug 7 Men’s Pairs

Event 3 - 40 Target - Mixed Target Names in by 1.45 pm; call 4776 2117 State Title Event - Game starts at 2.15 pm. Bar Open. Overall Winner: Barry Bosworth 58/60 Sunday Aug 9 Social Mixed Bowls Names in by 12.30 pm; call 4776 2117 - Game starts 1.30 pm. Bar Open.

Best Veteran: Barry Lansdown 56/60 Best Lady: Bek Rosendahl 48/60

AA - 1st: Jar Smaniotto 57/60; 2nd: Ron Gough 57/60 (shoot off) A - 1st: Chris Santarossa 57/60; 2nd: Jason Sapuppo 54/60 B - 1st: Luke Zammit 54/60; 2nd: Sandra Crapella 54/60 (shoot off) C - 1st: Joe Collins 48/60; 2nd: Peter Vit 48/60 (shoot off) At this stage, the club's two-day shoot Annuals event is scheduled for September 5 - 6 and those wishing to take part need to register interest for the shoot to assist with organising numbers and catering for the weekend. We would like everyone to contact the club who requires camping etc. No meals are available on Friday night however, breakfast and lunch will be available on Saturday and Sunday, along with our dinner on Saturday night. All COVID-19 restrictions and rules apply, including signing in on arrival, observing social distancing of 1.5m and the use of hand sanitiser. Please do not come to the club if you have been unwell or had flu-like symptoms in the past 14 days or had contact with a known or suspected COVID-19 case.

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Wet Tropic Times

Innisfail Men's Bowls

LAST Thursday saw 38 bowlers on the green in very windy conditions and it was great to see some visiting bowlers, as well as a couple of new local players. Winners on the day were John Phillips, Doug Juhas and John O’Brien who also shared the jackpot with the team of Steve Howe, Ian Revie and Clem Kinbacher. A handful of bowlers braved the wet conditions on Saturday afternoon for a roll up. Only one game of A grade club singles was played on Sunday morning with Chips (Chris) McCaffery defeating George Edgerton in a close game. Two of our long-time bowlers Sergio Dalla Pozza and Sam Pagano are celebrating their 80th birthdays and to mark the occasion are donating prize money for a fours competition this Sunday, August 9.

Member for Hill Shane Knuth, Innisfail Bowls Club president Alf Strano, provider Steve Howe, vice president Diana O’Brien, secretary Gordon Goes and Mayor Mark Nolan

Everyone is invited to come down and watch a full green of bowling.

Innisfail Bowls Club banks on secure future

REPAIRS to the riverbank alongside the Innisfail Bowls Club will secure the Club’s infrastructure for the future, and prevent further damage to its amenities and structures from erosion. The project has been made possible with assistance from Member for Hill Shane Knuth, who helped secure State and Federal funding of $1.2 million, and will be undertaken by Cassowary Coast Regional Council. The work will see the stabilisation of an eroding section of the riverbank through the construction of an 85 metre long mass block wall. The Johnstone River stabilisation project will be jointly funded under Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).

Mayor Mark Nolan said the issue was first raised in 2004 and has progressively gotten worse over the last 16 years.

OPEN Pairs result, R & G Omodei defeated Les Holland & Brandon Smith.

Mens 4s on Sunday 30th August, now taking nominations. Sponsors for the day are Norweld Aust and Coral Coast Financial Planning. FNQDBA held the delegates’ meeting at Babinda on Sunday, the first meeting since February. A lot was discussed including the running of Pennant Play for SOCIAL: Triples: Anna Fudriga, John Tuckthis year, modified as a result of COVer, Marilyn Hugo 20 def Len Schifilliti, ID-19. Ron Turner, Des Peters 17; Nev Bywater, Des Hoffman, Judy Marsden 18 def Mario Marbelli, Margaret Peters, Sue Gough 17; Cheri Kirby, Alan Morris, Hoskin. Smithy Walklate 27 def Bob McLehose, Sunday was a wash out. Francesca Rosadi, Lin Ebeling 12; Nev If you want to try a game of bowls you Cooper, Trevor Fox, Gavin Dumschat are very welcome to have a game with 21; us, following the strict COVID-19 Safety Rinks: Rhonda Brown, Pam Morgan, Plan. Harold Walklate, Kev Strait 23 def Phil Please take note of our new Club con- Wright, Vic Holland, Pam Turski, Don tact no: 0459 211 552. You can also fol- Williams 12 low us on Facebook. We play Wednes3x4: Karen Dunn, Shelly Wright, Dave day and Sundays from 1pm; play starts Ebeling 20 def Joe Turski, Ron Brown, at 1.30pm. Wendy Wiles, Des Golinski 17

“Council has taken the initiative and worked with the Innisfail Bowls Club, Mr Knuth, the State Government and the Commonwealth to secure funding for this important project,’ Cr Nolan said. “The Innisfail Bowls Club plays an important role in providing recreational activities to the Innisfail community. It also provides a meeting place for locals and visitors to come together and enjoy the Innisfail riverfront.” The not for profit club which relies on volunteers and donations from local businesses, supports a number of char-

Babinda Bowls Club Thursday social bowls: winners were Janine Howell, Terry Makin & Ron Omodei, Runners up were Darryl Jensen, Brandon Smith & Jim Azzopardi. Names in by 1 for 1.30 start for Thursday and Sunday social bowls. Babinda will be having an all day

ities and other community groups within the Innisfail community. Cr Nolan said ongoing instability from the Johnstone River located adjacent to the bowls club had resulted in significant damage to the club’s structures and amenities. “If this problem is not addressed there is a potential for further instability and damage, with the ultimate risk of the site and associated infrastructure slipping into the Johnstone River,” he said. Mr Knuth said sourcing funding had been a long drawn out process and he was pleased to be able to work with council and the bowls club in assisting to help secure funding. He said after more than 18 months of lobbying with both groups, he was ecstatic that the bowls club had received the funding to reinforce the river’s wall. “They are located in one of the most

Innisfail Bowls Club president Alf Strano said the bowls club would celebrate its centenary in 2023 and had a number of events planned, all of which can now progress in the knowledge that there is funding in place to fix the riverbank erosion issue. “Once the project is complete, the club will be in a position to expand and modernise its facilities, including applying for funding for a shade structure so we can be an all-weather facility,” Mr Strano said. Council is in the process of obtaining the relevant permits and tenders will be released in the coming weeks with construction expected to be completed by June 2021.

Macknade Bowls

Silkwood Bowls Club WE couldn’t have had a better day than last Wednesday, with glorious weather, competitive bowlers and great company. On rink 3 Delmo Tarditi and Lee Mayell defeated Dennis Donavan and Shirley Noble 24/18. On rink 4 Brian Brooks and Karin Rastoll def Anna Della Bella and Alan Hudson 27/22. On rink 5 Denise Charman, Wayne Anear and Jenny Anear def Ron Giveen, Kerry Donavan and Wayne Mayell 29/20. At the FNQLBA 4-2-4 Competition at Tully on July 28: Our Silkwood Girls were in the winning position in all three games. Congratulations to Lee Mayell,Denise Charman,Jean Messina and Loise

prime spots to hold functions and being forced to move would have been devastating.”

Friday Night Barefoot Bowls: 6pm Social played on August 2. start with a BBQ, followed by a game of Triples: Michael Blake, Linda Hoffbowls, not forgetting our social distanc- man, Harold Walklate 19 def Nev Bywaing - see you there. ter, Karen Dunn, Bart Cummins 11; Lui Email: silkwoodbowlsclubinc@gmail. Marbelli, Alan Morris, Gavin Dumschat 15 def Warren Cresdee, John Tucker, com Tel: 0459 211552

Des Peters 14. Rinks: Bob Brooker, Pam Turski, Col Kirby, Margaret Peters 32 def Cherie Kirby, Francesca Rosadi, Bob McLehose, Christa Patrick 8; Rhonda Brown, Des Hoffman, Lidia Marbelli, Jack Righetti 25 def Anna Fudriga, Mal Dorey, John Patrick, Dave Ebeling 18; Mario Marbelli, Coral Gard, Smithy Walklate, Alicia Cooper 16 def Jack Thompson, Trevor fox, Jean McLehose, Lin Ebeling 15 (This was a very exciting game ); Jock O’Brien, Nev Cooper, Vic Holland, Pam Morgan 21 def Joe Turski, Ruth Brooker, Ron Turner, Wendy Wiles 9. A lovely day on the green until the rain decided to interrupt our play. There will be social bowls on Thursday and Sunday; please put your name in the book as we are only allowed 50 players at present. You can phone Lui on 0429 183 035 to have your name entered in the book. All are welcome to join us and have a great day.

SPORT

Wet Tropic Times

South Johnstone Bowls LAST Saturday there were two games of competitive bowls played in the South Johnstone Club Championships: In the A Grade Singles David Leach fought back after giving a way a big lead to defeat Kiwi Deegan. In the Men’s Pairs, Shane McInerney and Tim Kerrigan fought back to defeat Roy McCarthy and Tyler Edgerton in a tie-breaker after tying the game on the last end.

Tully Bowls WEDNESDAY afternoon July 29 12 bowlers enjoyed three rinks of pairs. Winners on the day were John Taylor and Dutchy. Sunday afternoon bowls was a total washout! Championship Singles: Rod Bradley 26 defeated Ray Wicks 22 in a closely contested game. Another close game

Innisfail Ladies Bowls

Congratulations to all winning bowlers. INNISFAIL ladies enjoyed a lovely afterThis weekend the following games noon of bowls in perfect weather conditions. are to be played:

In the final round of the Championship A Grade Singles - K Foord Vs J O'brien and K Albert Vs D Leach, and in Singles, Helen Paterson defeated Bev the pairs - K Foord vs F Caltabiano and Anderson. Paterson will now meet Pam S McInerney vs I Fisher. Anderson in the final next week which Please keep Friday afternoon, Au- promises to be a game not to be missed. gust 28 free, as that is the date set down Socially, the two games played by the for the South Johnstone Men’s Fours 12 ladies involved couldn't have been games to be played. more different. was the Championship Singles Final with Robyn Brunello 25 defeating Judy Hood 22. Congratulations to the winners.

Friday, August 7, 2020

It was a see-sawing game played by

Jan Edgerton, Sue Morrison and Caterina Cook and after 16 ends it finished with a 14-all tie. On the other hand, after being down by 3 - 5 at the sixth end, Diana O'Brien, Anna Rowbotham and Marcia Ryall never looked back to defeat Eileen Hamann, Daphne Kirkman and Jan Dunn 28 - 12. The Innisfail team looks forward to two great pennant games this Friday, August 7 against West Cairns at Innisfail, and the second on Monday, August 10 against Marlin Coast at Marlin Coast.

Ingham Ladies Bowls

Ladies’ Pennants game in Innisfail RESULTS was cancelled due to rain. Championship Singles: Anyone wishing to learn to play bowls, J Casanovas 25 v J Craven 11; E Piplease contact the Club. We have Club otto 25 v G.Cockrell 10. Coaches waiting to help you. Visitors Social Play: are always welcome. Playing times are S DiBella, B Eddleston, A Rutherford Wednesday and Sundays, 1.30pm start. Name into the club before 1pm. Happy 22 v J Colson, M Moore, L Marbelli 10; R.Doherty, L.Di Bella, K.Rotondo 30 v M Days!

Spano, W Coe, N Evans 5. Wed Aug 12 Final of Championship Singles: E Piotto v J Casanovas. Championship pairs: J Colson, G Cockrell v J Feneoglio A Rutherford. B.Eddleston, P.Miguel v J.Craven, N.Evans. Starting time 1.15 for 1.30 start.

Last year’s Wardy’s Challenge at Babinda

Wardy’s Golf Challenge

at the Babinda since 2008. The game played at this event is a 3-Ball Ambrose with teams made up of three players, allowing non-golfers and juniors to have a go.

AN annual golf day in honour of past Babinda Golf Club President Peter Ward is on again this year, expecting to continue its tradition of a fun day for all. Wardy's Challenge raises much needed funds for the Club and has been held

Organiser Julie Ward said: “If you are not sure about playing golf, this is the day for you!

AFTER our hectic Open weekend, it was nice to fall back to our enjoyable relaxed comps this past week. Tuesday's Stableford was generously sponsored by Joe and Gloria James with the Ladies’ results: Winner - Marie Pavan 36, 2nd Lisa Spiegler 28 and 3rd Jo Bishop 26.

was played on The Horse’s Birthday and it was down to two avid punters to have a 3-hole final play off decider for the Men's winner, as Dave Wylie and Lloyd Brazier tied on the 18 hole with a 66 Nett - Dave finished at the winning post, with Lloyd a very close 2nd. Ladies’ results: Winner Fran Lomas on 66 Nett with Liz Marland r/up on 70 Nett. Fran also took NTP for the Ladies on #2/11 with Wayne Bolton taking #4/13. We thank Brothers Leagues Club Innisfail for their sponsorship on the day.This Saturday is a Single Stableford event sponsored by Midway Butchers - M/L trophies.

El Arish Golf

Men's results: Winner - D.Barr [a visitor] with 33, G Roberts 2nd on 32 [also a visitor] and Frank Tomasino 3rd with 31. NTPs - Men’s #2/11 G Roberts - Ladies’ #5/14 Marie Pavan. Winners thank Joe and Gloria for their sponsorship. Saturday's Monthly Medal ironically

Last year we had 17 teams participate on the day and the prizes were sponsored by Babinda Community Bank.”

This year’s Wardy’s Challenge will be held on Saturday, August 15. Sign on is at 12.30pm and tee off at 1pm. Drinks are available for purchase at the bar. This is a cash only event; playing cost for adults is $20 and $10 for juniors. A

BBQ is included after the game. Pres-

LADIES' Thursday competition was won by Denise Walton (39) followed by Anne Jodrell (37) and Tracey Cousemacker (34) on a countback in third place.

Anne Jodrell was taken out by Tracey Cousemacker (69) closely followed by Denise Walton (71). The rundown went to Mandy Carucci (73), Jackie Olditch (74), and Betty Taylor and Brian Wishart both with 75 points.

Cardwell Golf Thursday's 13-hole Sporters was won by Ian Ingram (31), with Lou Virt (30) second, Anne Jodrell (29) third in a countback from Greg Phillips (29) in fourth. The rundown was Denise Walton (28), Tracey Cousemacker and Ian Brooks both with 27 points and Peter Topen and Len white both 26 points. Saturday’s Men’s Monthly Medal sponsored by Graham Gardiner and played off the blue tees on a very cool windy day was won by Mark Sheahan (69) with Rod Rackley (72) in second place and Kevin Brown (74) in third. The Ladies’ Monthly Medal sponsored by

entation of trophy and prizes usually happens around 5.30pm. Players keen to participate on the day, please call Julie Ward on 0418 617 822.

Thursday: Ladies’ 18-hole comp and Sporters. Saturday is an Irish 4-Ball stableford. PLEASE NOTE: competitions will be played in groups of four at 10 minute intervals, registration is still via timesheet. Register by email to enquire@cardwellgolfclub.com or jackieolditch@bigpond. com; or by phone or text to 0414 359 314. The timesheet can be viewed on the Cardwell Golf Club website, cardwellgolfclub.com.

FISHING

Friday, August 7, 2020

Fishing News

RoLy Newton

LAST weekend's weather turned out a lot worse than what was predicted. This year has been very volatile with predicted weather conditions changing regularly. I write the report on a Monday so am working a full five days in the front so please check conditions just prior to heading out in the boat. There were no blue water boating opportunities over last weekend due to the wind so those super keen fishos that managed a fix mostly headed down to fish the sheltered waters of the Hinchinbrook channel. My manager Derek headed to Fishers creek and managed 5 barra between 55cm and 65 cm in a couple of hours’ fishing before heading off early so as to get back out of the creek. Derek mentioned that the barra were biting well with the fish taking the Jackson Prism hard body and soft plastics readily. Although I have heard no reports from the weekend, last week the coastal creeks continued to fish well for the bread and butter species such as whiting, bream and flathead. There were a few reports of grunter being caught in the creeks but most of the grunter have been reportedly caught in the Cardwell-Hinchinbrook region. At this early stage of the week the various weather sites are predicting ideal boating conditions over this coming weekend with great conditions continuing into next week. If these predictions are correct, it will allow boats to travel out to the various mackerel grounds and beyond to the main and outer reefs. Reports from last week indicated that the fishing was hotting up at the various mackerel spots such as Silver Sands off the Barnard islands and the grounds east of Dunk Island. If the spotty mackerel schools are not there by now they are not arriving in numbers this year. I reported very little activity in the shipping channel shoals last week, however I have since heard of some good catches from that area, so the shoals are well worth a trip.

ZEREK LIVE SHRIMP – BACK IN STOCK! I have also heard of some great catches of nannygai and red emperor coming from out wide on the continental shelf. Surprisingly this party reported no problems with sharks, a real bonus. This weekend's tides have very little run which can have a negative effect on the quality of fishing. However water quality normally improves rapidly with calm seas and neap tides and this should have positive results if fishing for mackerel inshore or chasing mangrove jacks in the estuaries. It should also allow the spearos to dive some of the inshore areas that haven’t been touched for several weeks. These neap tides over the weekend and the building tides leading into next week are ideal to fish for fingermark and grunter in the deep holes around the islands and headlands. These are also the preferred tides to fish the deeper holes and ledges in the Hinchinbrook Channel. If chasing barra and jacks this weekend I would look at either side of the early morning low tide. The evening run in tide will suit those wishing to chase grunter or fingermark. This same evening tide should be perfect for those planning to do an overnighter out on the reef. Good Fishing Roly Newton Tackle World Tully

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Wet Tropic Times

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Catfish caught by Noah

JOHNSTONE RIVER JULY/ AUGUST

HULL HEADS JULY/ AUGUST 1.44m 2.15m 1.19m 2.65m 1.55m 2.01m 1.43m 2.43m 1.6m 1.91m 1.67m 2.23m 1.55m 2.04m 1.44m 2.14m 1.86m 1.96m 1.31m 2.37m 1.71m 2m 1.17m 2.59m

1.37m 2.2m 1.19m 2.72m 1.49m 2.07m 1.44m 2.5m 1.56m 1.97m 1.7m 2.28m 1.53m 1.97m 1.93m 2.08m 1.4m 2.21m 1.85m 2.02m 1.26m 2.44m 1.7m 2.08m 1.12m 2.66m

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1.32m 1.9m 1.1m 2.35m 1.4m 1.78m 1.31m 2.18m 1.45m 1.73m 1.72m 2.01m 1.44m 0.48m 2.98m 1.85m 1.34m 1.93m 2.86m 1.72m 1.76m 1.23m 2.12m 1.6m 1.79m 1.1m 2.29m

SPORT

MARIA GIRGENTI

CLOSE to 70 paddlers from across the region recently had their first official hit out for the season post COVID-19 with Race 3 NQ Ocean Paddle Series from Cowley Beach to Etty Bay. A large contingent of ski paddlers, outrigger canoes and stand-up paddleboards (SUPs) from Cairns, Townsville, Mackay, Port Douglas and places in between tackled the seriously fast 23km downwind race while a number participated in a new short course of 7kms from Mourilyan Harbour to Etty Bay. The 23km long course race which started at Cowley Beach saw paddlers go around the islands where they had to contend with 20 knot winds and 2kms of rough side-on chop but once past the islands then had the waves behind them so they could surf. There was one double in the short course and 13 paddlers whose ages ranged from teenagers right up to age of 70, while 44 paddlers and 39 boats battled it out in the long course which included five SUPs and doubles, as well as one Prone Board. Mission Beach paddlers were well represented with Harry Harris, Peter King, Flynn Rowe, Clare James, Kate Rolfe, Netti, Joanna Propsting,

Locals compete in Race 3 - NQ Ocean Paddle Series

Jo Sanderson, Michelle Lloyd and Julie Lightfoot taking part along with local paddler Greer Scott. Local paddler Jesse Witt finished second in the short course race in a time of 00:47:16, while Flynn Rowe was first male OC1 and ninth overall in the long course event. The first race event for the year - River Rush was held in February before COVID-19 cancelled Race 2 - Saunders Beach Paddle which was part of North Queensland Games in Townsville. After further relaxation of COVID-19 restrictions, the event at Etty Bay was able to go ahead as planned with paddlers still required to follow guidelines, such as social distancing of 1.5 metres, use of hand sanitiser at registration areas, finish tent and BBQ area and not gathering in large groups. Event organiser Joel Savage and his team said the community support had been amazing, and especially wanted to thank local businesses Ron & Dan's Butchery for donating the sausages, Coastal Marine & Outdoors, Ken Hall and Shayne Cini for assisting with water safety, as well as Marty Westcott and members of Etty Bay Surf Life Saving Club who ran a sausage sizzle and drinks stall as a fundraiser.

Winners

Long Course: 1st Male Ski: Kris Maguire 1st Female Ski: Monique Matthews 1st Male OC1: Flynn Rowe 1st Female OC1: Maria Pokia 1st Double: Jo Sanderson and Michelle Lloyd 1st Prone Board: Tony O'Connor

Flynn Rowe from Mission Beach was the first Male in OC1 and ninth overall in the long course race

Jesse Witt finished powers home to finish second in the short course race Short Course: (01:43:15) (01:57:47) (01:52:37) (02:07:35) (02:10:20) (02:44:43)

1st Male: Rod Tindale 1st Female: Karen Candler 1st SUP - Male: Ben Agar 1st SUP - Female: Kelly Sinclair 1st Double: Troy and Casie

(00:43:27) (00:52:07) (01:04:20) (01: 10:00) (01:18:52)