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Eleven Weeks Till the Election – What Issues Matter to You? SEAN DENT IT’S the start of a new decade, and new candidates are coming out to express their willingness to stand for election. If you’re over 18 years of age or if you’re reading this and you have children who are over 18, you will have a say in who runs the local government for the next four years. CCIN will be doing a deep dive into each of the candidates between now and then and looking also at each major issue. We invite you to contact us directly about the issues that are important to you. I’ll include my email address at the bottom of this article. One of the hotbed issues is going to be transparency. The Unity Alliance ran on this in 2016, but it has to be more than an election buzzword.

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tical level, the results in Australia of supporting production in developing nations is that we curBIO: OWNER/EDITOR of CCIN. Sari was born and raised in Tulrently produce very few ly. After she completed a Bachelor of Social Work in Townsville she moved to Sydney for ten years. Whilst in Sydney she worked in Youth products in Australia. Queensland continhomelessness at Youth Off The Streets and completed writing courses with the Sydney Writers Centre. Sari returned to FNQ and with the ues to spend money like assistance of her father started CCIN. Ten weeks after starting CCIN we have an unlimited she was involved in a very serious car accident; sustaining life-threat- bank account, but if you ening injuries. She unable to work for a number of months and her speak to any economist, family helped her through this period. When she was well enough she they can tell you that returned to running the Newspaper while continuing to overcome there is a 43% rule when her injuries; coping with a traumatic brain injury. She has been lucky to have supportive staff and a supportive community as she continues loaning money to people. This rule makes me want to go through a difficult time. to crunch numbers on what our government 2020 has just started and we are tant to support Australia. As part already halfway through January. of my holiday I looked into the has sold and see if it left an AusIt has been a sad beginning to the Lima Declaration that was signed tralia that is still able to produce year for people living in Victoria, by the Whitlam government in an income to ensure that we are NSW and parts of Queensland as 1975. The United Nations was able to afford our repayment. When speaking of these conthey will now need to recover or started with the best intentions, are still in the midst of fires. which can also be said for com- cerns, it is common that a person As the southern parts of Aus- munism which holds the premise is called a conspiracy theorist. I tralia struggle with the aftermath of everyone being looked after don’t believe that there is any conof fire; this may cause members of as equals. Unfortunately, “The spiracy, I think we are a baby naour community to be taken back problem with socialism is that you tion that believed it was doing the to the horror of Yasi. Members eventually run out of other peo- right thing but wasn’t and hasn’t of our community are still reeling ple's money.” ― Margaret Thatch- done anything to undo the damage. There is a generation rising from the emotional impact that er. was caused by Yasi. And sadly, the same problem up and seeing the mistakes made To support our southerner of a well-intentioned fail are the by previous generations and who neighbours, a few Cairns residents current results of the Lima Dec- will make the necessary changes will be making the trip down the laration. The western nations that to ensure that we can support coast to help host a fundraiser on signed the declaration were asked Australians on a good wage and the Cardwell Foreshore this Sat- to ensure that more products are continue or start to produce good urday 18th. produced in developing nations products. If you are not already back in It is important to continue to and not in developed nations. support local and it is also imporIf you look at this on a prac- your work than it is happening soon… Happy New Year!

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E l e v e n We e k s Till the Election – What Issues M a t t e r t o Yo u ? Continued from PG1 We spoke briefly with Mayoral candidate Bryce McDonald just before the holidays and it was the first topic he raised. “The difference is, I’m actually going to be transparent.” As a journalist, transparency is a matter I depend on every week in order to cover this council, and frankly, they fail me. In order to get to the bottom of an issue so that I can report to our readership, I require a dialogue, not canned responses. I’ll give you an example. Imagine dealing with a teenager, which most of us have had to do at some point in our lives. You ask them what happened in school today because you want to understand what’s going on in their

life. They tell you to email your questions and they’ll get back to you in a couple of days. We all know that doesn’t work because they give you a response, and that leads to more questions. Even worse, no one at council will put their name to anything that they communicate. There’s zero accountability. This method is not designed to communicate: it’s designed to obstruct communication. Your natural instinct is suspicion, that they have something to hide. Now imagine your teenager tells you they won’t respond to your questions, you have to speak to their communications representative. At the very least, the mayor should respond to matters of public interest, and they should never refuse

to answer any questions. That’s not what we have with the current council. We communicate with something called Shared Comms. We have no idea who we’re talking to. It came to our attention a while back that the communications team were discussing whether to even communicate with CCIN at all. I have worked with some hardcore PR people in my career and I’ve never heard of that. Private corporations wouldn’t do that, and what Council doesn’t seem to grasp is that it’s a public trust, not a private corporation. Whether our questions are about a letter from an insurance company regarding a million dollars plus of ratepayers’ money or questions regarding whether Council will openly hire people wanted by police,

we have a right to ask questions and follow-up questions and get answers in a reasonable timeframe. Other issues we feel are important to voters include the economy (why are so may big contracts going outside the region), jobs, roads, water, and ex-Mayor Bill Shannon’s personal favourite, should Council seek mediation or other methods of resolving issues before instituting expensive lawsuits against its ratepayers. But this is your forum, your chance to reach out to candidates and get answers on the record an in print, so they can’t later claim people misunderstood what they said. Send any questions to me directly at sean@ccin. com.au.

Preferences Emerge as Key Factor in Mayoral Contest

CCRC Correspondent

DOMINIC MOBBS THE surprise entry of Division 4 councillor Mark Nolan, previous deputy mayor during Mayor Bill Shannon’s first term, as a third candidate in the March 2020 mayoral race means preference flows will now be a critical factor in determining the next mayor of the Cassowary Coast Regional Council. In a three horse race with three strong candidates, it unlikely any single candidate will obtain over 50% from first preference results. In the 2016 election, Mayor John Kremastos, leading his Unity Alliance team, received 5596 votes after preferences beating Bryce Macdonald by some 748 votes (54% to 46%). Kremastos received most support from the northern ‘Innisfail’ divisions while Macdonald obtained majorities at most of the ‘southern’ booths. The result may well

have been different if Macdonald had accepted a preference swap offer from Di Mauloni, who polled particularly well in the three ‘northern’ divisions pulling some 2743 votes, coming second after Kremastos in Divisions 4, 5, and 6 and Macdonald in Division 2. Given Cr. Nolan is well known in Innisfail having had a 15-year career as a councillor across four different councils and three mayors. He is undoubtedly experienced, on top of local issues and will wage a formidable campaign. He would be expected to poll well in the ‘north’, likely taking votes that otherwise may have gone to Kremastos; effectively splitting the ‘Innisfail’ vote. So one scenario sees Macdonald the likely ‘winner’ on first votes with the subsequent flow of preferences from the third-placed candidate, be it Kremastos or Nolan, be-

ing critical in determining the ultimate winner. It is quite feasible that Kremastos or Nolan could become the new mayor based on the other’s preferences. Of course with optional preferencing it is difficult to predict. The State Government early in 2019 backed down on its original proposal to introduce compulsory preferencing, as occurs in the Federal and State elections. CCIN enquired of Nolan his views on a possible preference swap, and he indicated that it was too early to consider, but voters could be assured that he was very much standing as an independent and if he did end up swapping preferences it would not be in favour of the Mayor’s Unity Alliance team. Cr. Nolan would have almost certainly been re-elected as a councillor for Division 4 so his ‘all or nothing’ play for mayor now is similar to that of then deputy mayor Macdonald’s once-off shot at the 2016 election. Macdonald also would have almost certainly held his Division 2 (Tully) councillor position but instead stood for mayor.

Nolan Standing for Mayor: Explains Reasons for Change Dominic Mobbs Cr. Mark Nolan told CCIN he well understood that he was an underdog in his mayoral tilt with the odds favouring the incumbent Mayor Kremastos. “This is a real gamble and quite a risk for myself and family but I felt I had no choice,” he said. “Yes I am putting our family’s financial future on the line. We had a family ‘council of war’ just last Tuesday. I

sincerely believe that it is in the public interest that this Council gets back to grassroots basics, gets back some much needed integrity and starts reflecting the people’s wishes. The family agreed to back me wholeheartedly,” he stated to CCIN. He had originally intended to re-stand again as a Division 4 councillor but when revealing this in recent weeks he had simply been overwhelmed by ap-

proaches from the public urging him to run instead for the top job. In addition, he had decided he just “could not continue on as councillor under the current Kremastos/Gott regime that lacked ethics and had trashed the concepts of good governance and transparency.” “Yes there have been some achievements by this Council but I had to draw a line in the sand. I

simply could not serve as a councillor for another term on a Kremastos led Council,” he said. “This Council was riven with conflict of interest issues from day one,” he alleged. Although there were numerous factors about which he would have more to say in the future, he claimed the final straw in deciding to enter the mayoral race, rather than simply standing again as a

councillor, was the antics over the CEO’s annual appraisal at the last 2019 Council meeting. When the resolution relating to this was withdrawn without explanation at the last minute the Mayor publicly offered to provide councillors the letter from the Integrity Commission revealing the background reasons for this. The Mayor subsequently reneged on this offer. “We are not allowed to

see crucial correspondence. Just like the infamous insurance letter we are supposed to believe will evidence that all the costs relating to Council’s legal adventures will be paid. How do we perform our democratically elected job if we councillors, the ratepayers’ guardians, are prevented from sighting important documents that can have a substantial impact on Council’s finances, operations and

management?” he said. Nolan said if elected mayor he would “provide a different direction, return power to councillors, run a collegiate and consensus style council. Definitely no teams. You’ll hear

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COMMUNITY NEWS Cardwell Lions Club TULLY MEALS ON WHEELS Lee Porter early December, and we Treasurer: Cardwell Lions thank the Cardwell Choir for their assistance in orClub. December 30, 2019 ROSTER FOR JANUARY 2020 Monday 6

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Cardwell Lions Club held its 52nd Seniors’ Luncheon in December and it was a great success with a record number of seniors attending the annual function enjoying a menu of sumptuous food. Great entertainment was provided by Col Oke who again volunteered his time to provide Christmas cheer to the seniors. A highlight of the occasion was the award of Life Membership of Lions International to Lion Caroline Dyer. This was a very well-deserved award as Caroline has been a member of Cardwell Lions for 22 years, and for the majority of that time she has taken on committee roles (19 years as Secretary and 1 year as Treasurer). Carols by Candlelight was held at the Lions Hall in

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ganising the carols. An enjoyable evening was had by all especially the children who enjoyed playing some old-fashioned games while waiting for Santa to arrive on the fire engine. The Cardwell Lions Club has donated $11,500 back to the Cardwell community and various Lions Foundations since January 2019. Cardwell Lions thanks all the businesses in Cardwell who supported the Seniors Lunch and, special mention to Wyandotte Pastoral Company for their kind donation to help defray costs and make it such a success. Thank you also to the Marine Hotel who allow us to hold our meat tray raffles there every Saturday lunchtime and all their patrons who support us during the year.

District Governor Lion Gary Young, Immediate Past District Governor Lion Allan Hansen and Lion Caroline Dyer being presented with her Life Membership.

Here she is sporting her first-class honours certificate in her bachelor of medical imaging (studying at QUT, Brisbane) after her ceremony with her fellow graduates in the Department of Health at the QPAC theatre on Sunday December 8. Daughter of very proud parents, Raymond and Carla Evans of Feluga, Tully. Moranda's ceremony was also attended by her younger brother Isaac and her grandmother, Norma.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR RESPONSE: UNPRECEDENTED FIRE DEVISTATION WITH the unprecedented devastation caused from this year’s fire season, the prime minister will need to meet the rebuild and assistance to those states most effected with a very measured and generous response from his government. The answer would be for this event only to release funds from Australia’s massive future fund which has a balance in the vicinity of $170 billion. The funds would need to be spent wisely and a best bang for buck approach would be required. If you think this would be a good move then let your local federal member of parliament know so they can support the idea. Matt Dyason Innisfail WHERE’S THE JUSTICE? RECENT newspaper reports state that more money will be spent on mental health in the aftermath of the recent fires which have been respon-

sible for depression and anxiety. Perhaps the media will stop blaming the implement and focus on the real cause; that it’s not the gun, but the person; not the knife or the hammer but the person wielding it; not the matches but the person lighting the fire; not the automobile, but the person driving it. Otherwise, we are being victimised by fake news. I notice a lot of juveniles were lighting the recent fires which has caused millions in damage and heartache for thousands. Our justice system deals with these juveniles by slapping them on the wrist and giving out cautions: that punishment isn’t enough. Instead of changing anything that teaches children discipline, Australia blunders along the dreary path of child rights and weakening parental and school rights to ensure the decline in justice. There’s endless work for lawyers whose fat wallets are never ending. Is it good government that we have? Jay Nauss Glen Aplin A new decade of hope for stroke

If you or a loved one had a stroke 30 years ago, the chances of returning to the life you knew were slim. But that is not the case anymore. With the right treatment at the right time, it is possible to make a good recovery. With a new year underway, it’s a fitting opportunity to look back on how far we have come in stroke treatment and care and think about what we can do to reduce our own personal stroke risk in the future. Stroke strikes the brain, the human control centre. There will be more than 56,000 strokes in Australia in 2020 – that is one every nine minutes. Sadly, the numbers continue to climb as our population grows and ages and lifestyles become more sedentary. But in good news, stroke is no longer a death sentence for many. Medical diagnosis and treatment have become much more advanced in the past two decades. There has been a significant reduction in lives lost as a result. The game changers were the introduction of the time-critical therapies thrombolysis (blood clot dis-

solving treatment) and endovascular thrombectomy (blood clot removal treatment). Australian researchers were at the forefront of these treatments. In addition, the number of patients being treated in a dedicated stroke unit has increased. So too has access to rehabilitation and carer training. There has been increased recognition that stroke’s impact extends beyond the physical to mental health. Together these steps help maximise quality of life and independence after stroke. While much has been achieved, there is still a lot more to be done in 2020 and beyond. Our regional health services and patients are being left behind as our city hospitals innovate. We know our regional patients have limited access to well established standard treatments. It doesn’t need to be this way. There is huge potential for telehealth to remove geographical barriers to stroke treatments and boost the capacity of our regional health services and clinicians. Researchers are constantly looking for the next major breakthrough. We must ensure all Australians have

equitable access to these innovations to maximise their benefit. Finally, every single Australian can make a difference to reducing the burden of stroke on our community. Stroke is largely preventable. While we cannot avoid ageing and genetic factors, there are many steps we can take to reduce our own stroke risk. In 2020, I urge you to make time for a health check with your doctor to determine your risk of high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and atrial fibrillation (irregular heart beat). These issues can be controlled, reducing stroke risk. Make healthy changes part of your daily life: stay active, eat a well-balanced diet, avoid too much salt and sugar, quit smoking and drink alcohol only in moderation. Let’s aim for a healthier Australia, one free from disability and suffering caused by stroke. Professor Bruce Campbell Stroke Foundation Clinical Council Chair

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important job,” Estelle explains in the book. “They intercepted the Japanese messages that were coming, and there was all Morse code in those days, and then it was deciphered into a sentence, and they knew were the planes were and where the boats were.” They met and became engaged in Gordonvale during the war. “There were always troops on leave,” Estelle recalled. “Thousands of men were camped up the Tableland, then having all the Americans in Gordonvale, American paratroopers, they took over two hotels and made them into hospitals. The sick Americans used to be walking up and down, when they were well enough with their gowns on, up the street.” “And then the Battle of the Coral Sea, I thought of it afterwards, a few years afterwards, I thought, well, that was so close! It just wasn’t funny, but you didn’t think of it. Fred used to talk to John Lui [a close friend on Darnley Island where he taught from 1949 to 1952] and he used to say that sometimes they could see an explosion of a bomb going high up in the sky. They could see it at Darnley and Murray islands from down at Cardwell, down along the coastline there they saw the explosions.” Lead Aircraft-

man White was stationed in the Philippines during the Battle of Hollandia in April 1944 as part of the New Guinea Campaign, and of this critical time in the war, his wife remembered: “When he finished serving in the war he was in the Philippines. Macarthur took them [Australian Wireless Units] instead of the Americans, because he said they were better, better than the Americans.” Fred White did not talk much about the war, but it became his life. He was a lifelong member of the RSL, and he did tremendous work with going to schools and keeping children interested in Anzac Day. “He wanted the children to know about it,” Estelle told Dimity. And it was then she understood that her father had been only one of many. Lest we forget. Reflections in a Stagnant Pool is available at the State Library of Queensland Bookshop and all good bookshops and online at www.boolarongpress.com.au. Others to have the book on their shelves locally, include: Cairns Books, Cairns Central, Collins Booksellers, Smithfield, Mary Who Bookshop, Townsville, and Tableland Books, Atherton. It is published by Boolarong Press rrp. $34.99.

“REFLECTIONS in a Stagnant Pool” by Edward A. M. Mortensen, co-authored with his daughter, Dimity Mortensen, is an enduring autobiography based on Edward’s unfinished memoirs, centring on his boyhood experiences in North Queensland during and after WWII. After his sudden and unexpected death in 1983, his manuscript became lost, until it was unearthed by his daughter over 30 years later. In the recovered manuscript, Edward paid tribute to his school teacher, hero and mentor, on Thursday Island in 1947, who also in 1941 taught in Cardwell: “When one reads of historical events of the past centuries, you will never find a mention of the Fred Whites of this world, for in the overall context of history, they are insignificant, but if it were in my power to decree the ultimate award for ‘services to education’, to this man alone would it be made.” Compelled by the power of her father’s words, through the vivid memories and recollections of Fred White’s nonagenarian widow, Estelle, Edward’s daughter, Dimity, was then able to piece together the past, and by discovering more about this humble luminary in her father’s life, found closure in her own. Frederick Walter White was born in Innisfail in 1922, and died in Cairns in 2005. He became a Lead Aircraftman at the time the two were courting, and served as a telegraphist in a wireless unit in the RAAF from 1942 to 1945. “He had quite an Fred White, Thursday Island State School, 1947

MARIA GIRGENTI

INNISFAIL Friends of the Hospital Foundation capped off a highly successful and productive year when they recently donated two new pieces of life saving equipment to Innisfail Hospital, which will greatly improve the lives of patients attending the emergency department. The F&P Optiflow valued at $5,032 is a unique airway management therapy heating and humidification of gases which improves pain comfort and tolerance of therapy for patients and will be primarily used in the emergency department. A Hamilton TI Ventilator, a portable life support system valued at $47,500 of which IFOH members contributed half of this amount will be primarily used in the emergency

department and maternity unit. Throughout 2019, IFOH were also able to place a Vital Sign Monitor in the isolation ward at the hospital, as well as a six draw Gallay endoscope storage drawers in the day surgery unit and Jessica (Midwife), Alison (Maternity Unit Manager), Estelle Kopp two Masimo (IFOH President), Kaye (Midwife), Maria Vasicek (IFOH Treasurer) Pulse Optime- and Renee (Registered Nurse) at Innisfail Hospital with the two new ters for Triage. pieces of equipment donated by IFOH Golf Day held at El Arish community organisations An Optiflow Thrive Respiratory Hu- Golf course, monetary do- and local businesses who midifier was also placed nations, annual cent sale, donated items and funds, in the day surgery unit of auctions and raffles. purchased raffle tickets President Estelle Kopp and attended fundraising Innisfail Hospital which enhances the delivery of acknowledged these won- events. heat and humidity to med- derful achievements by The group will hold ical gases for patients that members of IFOH together a meeting in February, require additional respira- with the whole community where planning will get tory support during proce- and said their continued underway for fundraiswork would not be possi- ing activities and events dural sedation. Funds were raised ble without the generous throughout 2020. through the IFOH Charity support of individuals,

National Servicemen's Branch Celebrate with Christmas Luncheon

MARIA GIRGENTI

SIXTY-SEVEN National servicemen and their supporters, from Innisfail, Babinda and Tully branch enjoyed a relaxing Christmas lunch at Innisfail RSL. On the day there was a monster Secret Santa raffle with three main prizes, as well as several number boards with cash prizes. The branch's first President John Anderson 2001-2002 was also in attendance having travelled down from Malanda. Members and guests enjoyed a set menu of rolled turkey breast, roast and baked ham with roast vegetables, while dessert was alternate serves of a tropical pavlova or a choc-

olate mud cake, all served at the table. Once again, Mary and Dom Magninini supplied the beautiful white tablecloths and the Nasho's ladies decorated the tables with Christmas decorations. The first branch meeting in 2020 will be on Tuesday, January 28 at Innisfail RSL starting at 6.00pm while National Servicemen's Day is on February 14, 2020.

John Patterson, current President John Wakefield, branch's first President John Anderson, John Lowe and John Stella

Nashos members and supporters enjoying their Christmas luncheon at Innisfail RSL

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THE 14th annual Tully Carols by Candlelight Gift Giving Tree was a huge success and brought joy to many families over Christmas. The 2019 Gift Giving Tree collected 179 presents, a new record up from last year’s 161 presents. The TSC had the privilege of distributing presents to 138 children from 40 local families; including 13 from Tully, 10 from Mission Beach, 7 from Cardwell and 10 from the surrounding communities including Kurrimine Beach, Kennedy, Lower Tully and El Arish. In addition to the presents collected through the Gift Giving Tree, the TSC also distributed 30 toiletry bags donated by CWA Tully and 40 x $50 IGA and Woolworths gift cards to these families, along with the gifts for their children. These gift cards were purchased through donations received from: $800.00 Cassowary Coast Mayor Christmas Appeal; $250.00 Mission Beach Lioness Club; $200.00 from the Tully Lions Club and $750.00 in fundraising conducted by the TSC.

As I have said previously, the last 14 years the TSC has played Santa’s helper, it is certainly one of the best and most humbling roles I have played at the centre, and 2019 was no different. There is nothing that I could say that would adequately express the thanks and joy that parents felt in receiving these gifts from our community. All I can say is that on behalf of everyone who received gifts for their children I would like to say thank you for helping make their 2019 Christmas special. The Tully Support Centre is funded by the Queensland Government and services communities throughout the Cassowary Coast. The Tully Support Centre is located at 54 Bryant Street in Tully, opening hours Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9am to 1pm & 2pm to 4pm; Wednesday 9am to 1pm & 2pm to 6pm. To register your interest or more info about groups and other services please call 40 681 004, check the Tully Support Centre online at www. tullysupportcentre.com.au or follow us on Facebook “Tully Support Centre Inc.”

Pictured in photo is Sam Corica and Zoe Corica.

Innisfail Probus Club Christmas Celebrations MARIA GIRGENTI NINETY-THREE Probus members from Innisfail, Ingham, Mission Beach and Cardwell recently celebrated Christmas with a luncheon hosted by Innisfail Probus club at Kurrimine Beach Motel where they enjoyed an afternoon of fun, friendship and festive cheer. Innisfail President and MC Col Ritchie welcomed Probus members from all clubs. Lucky door prizes, a raffle, jokes, Christmas trivia and songs kept everyone in high spirits. A highlight of the day was an entertaining performance

and rendition of Esther Williams’ - ‘Water Babes’ by Jean McMillan, Josie Vecchio, Mel Barry, Wendy Sheils, Jan Archer and Bev Bandiera. The day provided a great opportunity to renew friendships and everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves. A special thanks to Jean McMillan and all members who were part of a well organised day, as well as hosts Yvonne and Merv for their hospitality and attention to detail. Innisfail Probus club meetings are held in the Russ Hinze building, Innisfail Showgrounds at 9.00am on the

fourth Thursday of each month where morning tea and guest speakers are highlights. The club’s next meeting will be held on Thursday, January 23, 2020. Dine-outs, trips, mov-

ie matinees and other social events are always being organised so come and join us as everyone will be welcomed. Anyone wanting to find out more can contact the Secretary on 0429 653 775.

Council Governance Officer Sends Police to Innisfail Business Owner to take Down Photos SEAN DENT GREG Smith, the proprietor of Fix My Stuff at 53 Edith Street in Innisfail, recently had a visit from the Acting Detective Sergeant, Matthew Mattock from Innisfail Police. He was following up on a complaint by the Cassowary Coast Regional Council’s Governance Officer, Michaela Johnstone. Mattock claimed Johnstone was fear-

ful that Smith was stalking her, that he might accost her young children, and wanted the articles about her that Smith had in the window of his business to be taken down. According to Smith, he didn’t even know she had any children and he never accosted her in the street. Smith has a lot of articles and letter in the window of his business referring to various topics

Smith has articles and letters regarding council in his window as well as a countdown to the election

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related to Council, including Johnstone, who also goes by the name Michaela Milner, and whom Smith refers to as “the fake lawyer from New Zealand.” Johnstone has been in the news recently after she was stopped by police in Millaa Millaa and had her driving licence revoked for driving unlicensed and with more alcohol in her system than she was legally allowed. This was preceded by her leaving NT without paying her traffic infringements, causing that license to be revoked. Before that, she fled New Zealand without appearing in court for a number of alleged offenses, including dunk driving, dangerous driving and driving without a licence. New Zealand currently has red-flagged her if she ever returns to New Zealand and they have a warrant out for her arrest. She is no longer licensed to practice law. Smith, who has posted copies of newspaper articles concerning Johnstone on Facebook, has a number of published pieces and other information pertaining to Johnstone and other Council matters in the window of his business. “A lot of people are doing it tough and can’t even afford to buy newspapers. With the election coming up, I want everyone to be informed,” he said. He originally came into contact with Johnstone several months back when Cr Ben Heath was helping him obtain a property at 98 Gladys Street in Innisfail. “I wanted to use it for a notfor-profit community radio station.” Heath told him that Johnstone was the Council solicitor and

that she would be involved with the transaction. Johnstone told Smith that he couldn’t use the building because it was deemed uninhabitable, although it was being used as a radio station last June. Their discussion didn’t go well, and he told her that karma would be in touch with her. Apparently, Johnstone took this as a threat, but in fact, according to Smith he literally meant karma and had no intention of doing anything more on this matter until after the next election, to which he is counting the days by posting the number in large format in his shopfront. Smith has no intention of taking down the articles. “It’s pure intimidation, and I told the police that she was wasting their time. I pay the rent here and I’ll put up what I want.” We did approach Johnstone for comment a few weeks back. We also contacted Mayor John Kremastos, Anne Pleash, and Peter Crosby (HR) concerning the matter of her having an outstanding warrant. Kremastos told us he wold not comment on the matter and to contact Pleash. We received an e-mail we suspect came from Pleash although it was not signed. It said that Council does not comment on staff matters. When we pointed out that they did in fact comment on the matter to the Innisfail Advocate, they sent a statement that essentially was a copy of what the Advocate published. Apart from that, Council has not responded to any of our requests for answers to a couple of dozen questions.

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WHICH DIVISION ARE YOU IN? Division 1: Cardwell, Kennedy, Bilyana, Euramo, Murray Upper, Lower Tully, Tully Heads, East Feluga, Hull Heads. Division 2: Tully, Feluga, El Arish, Silkwood, Mena Creek. Division 3: South Mission Beach, Wongaling Beach, Mission Beach, Bingil Bay, Kurrimine Beach, Silkwood East. Division 4: East Palmerston, South Johnstone, Goondi, Wangan, Mundoo. Division 5: Parts of Innisfail, Vasa Views, Flying Fish Point, Coconuts, Innisfail Estate. Division 6: Cowley Beach, East Innisfail, Mourilyan, South Innisfail, Etty Bay, Moresby.

CONFIRMED COUNCILLOR CANDIDATES DIVISION CANDIDATES 1 Cr. Glenn Raleigh; Gabi Plumm; Kenn Parker 2 Cr. Wayne Kimberley; Teresa Millwood; 3 Trudy Tschui; Hilary Watson 4 Bonny Bauer 5 6 Kylie Farinelli NOTES: Cr Kimberley switching from Div. 3 to Div. 1. Cr. Nolan standing for Mayor and not recontesting Div. 4. Neither Cr. Heath (Div. 6) nor Cr. Baines (Div. 5) have publicly announced and confirmed to CCIN their intention to re-stand. CCIN understands Cr. Heath is unlikely to re-contest Div. 6.

QCWA Flying Fish Point Branch Celebrates 60th Birthday MARIA GIRGENTI A LARGE crowd recently attended a cent sale and joined in 60th birthday celebrations of QCWA Flying Fish Point branch with afternoon tea and sharing of a special cake cut by life member Ronnie Holden. The branch was formed on October 11, 1960 and its inaugural meeting was held at Franklin Cook's residence, and meetings were held at various private homes until the opening of the new premises. Soon after, the branch acquired an old house and moved it one mile along the way to a site, which was situated at the mouth of the Johnstone River in close proximity to the land of the first settlers to the area who arrived by sea, on a grant of land given to the branch by Johnstone Shire Council. The seaside cottage at Flying Fish Point was built by Rotary and handed over to Innisfail branch by Rotary President Dr Markwell at the branch annual meeting in September 1955. It remained in the care of the Innisfail branch until their annual meeting on September 7, 1966 when it was handed over to Mrs Andrews, President of Flying Fish Point branch. Cyclone Winifred wreaked havoc on the hall in 1986 as it ended up half an inch off its foundations, which made it irreparable. A year later with the assistance of Johnstone Shire Council, the land was re-ga-

zetted to move the site (as the tralia Day breakfast was held land jutted out onto the aligned at the hall from 1988 to 2013 road). when Ronnie Holden and two A Department of Family older members retired from and Youth Services grant, dothe committee. nations from State Disaster Today, the branch has 10 Relief Fund, various small members with some from Innloans, donations from QCWA isfail branch which closed in branches and members, Buy A June 2018. Brick Appeal and lots of fundHolden who won the Johnraising by the branch meant stone Shire Council Australia the new hall was underway. Day Citizen of the Year Award The Branch purchased the in 1998 was presented last Mirriwinni QCWA Hall which year with a QCWA 50-year was then transported to its new service badge and a clock was location at Flying Fish Point. dedicated to her for 57 years as Men's and ladies’ toilets a branch member. were built, a shower added, The cottage is still booked kitchen upgraded and lean-to well in advance while the hall shelter added in preparation is a popular venue and has for the opening on November been hired for yoga, funeral 7, 1987. wakes, weddings, birthdays In 1989, branch member and meetings. Ronnie Holden was the winHandicraft is held on the ner of the Far North Division first, third and fifth Thursday QCWA Country Woman of the of the month, and anyone is Year. invited to come along. Foundation member, Cook Branch meetings are held was presented with QCWA For on the second Thursday of the Service Bar by Division Handmonth. craft Committee in 1989 and in 1991 w a s awarded Johnstone Shire Council Australia Day Citizen Award. The popular QCWA branch members from Tully, Silkwood, annual Deeral and Kuranda joined with Flying Fish Point Q C WA members for the 60th birthday celebrations A u s -

Cancer Council Queensland CEO Chris McMillan (seventh from left) with volunteers of Innisfail branch and Jenny Coates Assistant Manager, Regional Fundraising and Emma Wilson Events Coordinator Far North Queensland

CEO Chris McMillan Is Thankful of Volunteers MARIA GIRGENTI CANCER Council Queensland CEO Chris McMillan recently paid a special visit to acknowledge the efforts of Cancer Council Queensland Innisfail volunteer branch members by attending one of their meetings at Brothers Leagues Club, Innisfail. McMillan said she was excited to meet with the volunteer fundraisers in Innisfail to thank them for their important work in changing the face of cancer. "Each and every one of our supporters is truly bringing hope to Queenslanders affected by cancer, and we simply could not do what we do without the spirit and determination of our volunteers and fundraisers," McMillan said. "My discussions with our local supporters will reinforce the need for Cancer Council Queensland’s ongoing work, including enhancing research and support to improve survival rates across Queensland.

"I hope to return home to Brisbane with a solid list of things we can work on together to further improve cancer control." The CancerFREE Challenge rewards and acknowledges Cancer Council Queensland’s most talented fundraisers and each year they are invited to commit to raise $10,000 during the year and compete for the rights to name a research grant. Last year, the Innisfail CancerFREE Challenge Team were named the Highest Fundraising Team in Queensland. The team's achievements in 2018 included hosting Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea which had over 250 attendees, plus they supported many other morning teas in the region, ran Daffodil Day stalls, participated in Cassowary Coast Relay For Life, attended Pink Ribbon fundraising events, sold countless raffle tickets, and held their famous lamington drive. In 2018, the combined efforts of CancerFREE Challenge

entrants in Queensland resulted in a fundraising total of $1.136 million. Last December, Sonja Wilkin and Maria Sabadini from the Innisfail CancerFREE Challenge, as one of the top three fundraisers were invited to Brisbane and before attending the awards ceremony were treated to a laboratory tour at Queensland University where they got to see firsthand the cancer research happening right now. Throughout the year, McMillan planned on visiting every town that is home to a CancerFree Challenge group or fundraising branch. For more information about Cancer Council Queensland, visit www.cancerqld.org.au or call Cancer Council on 13 11 20. Cancer Council Queensland is an independent community-based charity, the achievements of which are made possible by the generosity of Queenslanders.

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SATURDAY 18

6.00 Rage. (PG) 10.00 Rage: Retro Month. (PG) 11.00 Classic Countdown. (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 QI. (M, R) 1.00 Endeavour. (M, R) 2.30 Father Brown. (M, R) 3.30 Landline Summer. (R) 4.00 Soccer. A-League. Round 15. Brisbane Roar v Wellington Phoenix. 6.00 Escape From The City: Orange NSW – The Wilsons. (R) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Vera. (M, R) 9.00 Doc Martin. (M, R) Martin prepares for his hearing. 9.50 Agatha Raisin. (PG, R) 10.40 Rage: Retro Month. (MA15+) 5.00 Rage. (PG)

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. (PG) 12.00 Beretta’s Tour De Cure. 1.00 Movie: Charro! (1969) (PG, R) 3.00 My Road To Adventure. (PG) 3.30 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 4.30 Seven News At 4.30. 5.00 Creek To Coast. 5.30 Queensland Weekender. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 42. Sydney Thunder v Sydney Sixers. 9.30 Movie: Payback. (1999) (MA15+, R) 11.45 The Goldbergs. (PG, R) 12.15 World’s Deadliest Weather: Caught On Camera. (PG, R) 1.30 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 The Great Outdoors. (R) 5.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R)

6.00 Ellen DeGeneres. (PG, R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra Summer. (PG) 12.00 Cybershack. (PG) 12.30 It’s All Greek To Me. (PG, R) 1.00 Giving Life. (PG) 1.30 Delish Destinations. (PG) 2.00 Tennis. Adelaide International. Day 7. Final. Day session. 4.00 Tennis. Adelaide International. Day 7. Final. Night session. 6.00 News. 7.00 Tennis. Adelaide International. Day 7. Final. Night session. 8.30 Tennis. Hobart International. Day 6. Finals. 10.30 Movie: No Escape. (2015) (MA15+) 12.30 Harry. (PG, R) 1.30 Cybershack. (PG, R) 2.00 TV Shop. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop. (R) 5.30 Wesley Impact. (R)

6.00 I Fish. (R) 6.30 Ent. Tonight. (PG, R) 7.00 RV Daily Foodie Trails. (R) 7.30 The Offroad Adventure Show. (R) 8.30 4x4 Adventures. (R) 9.30 St10. (PG) 12.00 All 4 Adventure. (R) 1.00 Farm To Fork. (R) 1.30 Healthy Homes Aust. 2.00 The Living Room. (PG, R) 3.00 What’s Up Down Under. 3.30 This Is Mexico. (PG) 4.00 RV Daily Foodie Trails. 4.30 Seafood Escape. 5.00 News. 6.00 Jamie & The Nonnas. (R) 7.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 7.30 Ambulance Australia: Ultimate Emergencies. (M, R) 9.00 Ambulance. (M, R) 10.15 To Be Advised. 1.00 Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.

6.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Small Business Secrets. (R) 2.35 Drain The Pirate City. (PG, R) 3.30 Basketball. WNBL. Highlights. 4.05 The Crystal Maze. (PG, R) 5.00 Mythical Beasts Unearthed. (PG) 6.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Final stage. Highlights. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Inside Aldi. 8.30 Movie: Monty Python’s The Meaning Of Life. (1983) (M, R) Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam. 10.25 Movie: Iceman. (2014) (M, R) 12.25 China’s Prison Kids. (M, R) 2.10 Britain’s Ancient Capital: Secrets Of Orkney. (R) 3.15 The Island. (M, R) 4.15 Railway Journeys UK. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour Bitesize. (R) 5.00 CGTN English News. 5.15 WorldWatch.

SUNDAY 19

6.00 Rage. 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 10.00 Offsiders: Summer Edition. 10.30 World This Week. 11.00 Compass. 11.30 Praise. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline Summer. 1.00 Gardening Aust. 2.00 The Crown And Us: The Story Of The Royals In Australia. 3.00 Soccer. W-League. Round 10. Western Sydney Wanderers v Perth Glory. 5.00 Doc Martin. 6.00 Hard Quiz. 6.30 Back Roads. 7.00 ABC News Sunday. 7.40 Conquest Of The Skies. (R) 8.35 Maigret. (M, R) 10.05 Miniseries: Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None. (M, R) 11.05 Inside London Fire Brigade. 11.50 Silent Witness. 12.50 Vera. 2.20 Rage. 3.55 Silent Witness. 4.55 Offsiders: Summer Edition. 5.30 One Plus One.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. (PG) 12.00 Surf Patrol. (R) 12.30 World’s Deadliest Weather: Caught On Camera. (PG, R) 1.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 43. Hobart Hurricanes v Adelaide Strikers. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 The Great Day Out. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 44. Brisbane Heat v Melbourne Renegades. 9.30 Sunday Night: Summer Series. 11.00 Autopsy USA. (M, R) 12.00 Cosmetic Surgery Show. (MA15+) 12.30 Marvel’s Agent Carter. (M, R) 1.30 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 Room For Improvement. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Harry. (PG, R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Golf. Jack Newton Celebrity Classic. 11.00 Global Roaming. (PG) 12.00 World’s Greatest Journeys. (PG, R) 1.00 Kevin Can Wait. (PG, R) 1.30 Movie: Zeus And Roxanne. (1997) (G, R) 3.30 Delish Destinations. (PG) 4.00 Endangered. 5.00 News. 5.30 Customs. (PG, R) 6.00 News. 7.00 60 Minutes. 8.00 Serengeti: Rebirth. (PG) 9.10 Movie: Non-Stop. (2014) (M, R) Liam Neeson, Julianne Moore, Scoot McNairy. 11.20 Manifest. (MA15+, R) 12.10 Cold Case. (M, R) 1.05 Harry. (PG, R) 2.00 TV Shop. 2.30 Skippy. (R) 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 News. 4.30 Today.

6.00 Mass. 6.30 Hillsong. 7.00 Leading The Way. 7.30 Fishing Aust. (R) 8.00 Snap Happy. (R) 8.30 Farm To Fork. (R) 9.00 Seafood Escape. (R) 9.30 St10. (PG) 12.00 The Offroad Adventure Show. 1.00 All 4 Adventure. 2.00 4x4 Adventures. 3.00 To Be Advised. 4.30 RPM: Summer Series. 5.00 News. 6.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 6.30 The Sunday Project. 7.30 I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! (PG) 9.00 The Graham Norton Show. (M, R) 10.15 To Be Advised. 11.10 To Be Advised. 12.00 The Sunday Project. (R) 1.00 Shopping. (R) 3.30 CBS Morning. 5.00 Headline News.

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Small Business Secrets. 7.30 WorldWatch. 12.00 Speedweek. (R) 2.00 Basketball. NBL. Round 16. New Zealand Breakers v Melbourne United. 4.00 WorldWatch. 5.00 Small Business Secrets. (R) 5.30 Apocalypse: The Second World War. (PG, R) 6.30 News. 7.30 Decoding The Great Pyramid. 8.30 Secret Life Of The Mega Resort. 9.35 Royal Family: Scandals And Shame. (PG) 10.50 Britain’s Ancient Capital: Secrets Of Orkney. (PG, R) 11.50 Adolf And Eva: Love And War. (M, R) 1.40 Civilisations. (MA15+, R) 2.50 Look Me In The Eye. (PG, R) 3.50 Coast To Coast. (R) 4.50 Rachel Khoo’s Kitchen Notebook Bitesize. (R) 5.00 WorldWatch.

MONDAY 20

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Foreign Correspondent. 10.30 The House. 11.00 Conquest Of The Skies. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Aust Story. 1.30 Miniseries: Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None. 2.30 Inside London Fire Brigade. 3.30 Hard Quiz. 4.00 Think Tank. 5.00 Brush With Fame. 5.30 The Heights. 6.00 ABC Evening News. 6.30 Summer Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads. 8.30 Magical Land Of Oz. 9.30 EXPOSED: The Case Of Keli Lane. 10.30 ABC News Tonight. 11.00 Louis Theroux: Twilight Of The Porn Stars. 12.00 Horror Movie: A Low-Budget Nightmare. 1.00 Call The Midwife. 2.00 Rage. 4.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 Movie: The Trouble With Girls. (1969) (G, R) 2.00 The Daily Edition Summer Series. (PG) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. (R) 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 45. Sydney Sixers v Melbourne Stars. 8.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 46. Perth Scorchers v Sydney Thunder. 12.00 World’s Deadliest Weather: Caught On Camera. (PG, R) 1.00 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Australian Open Tennis PreShow. 10.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 1. 6.00 Nine News. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 1. From Melbourne Park. Hosted by James Bracey. 11.00 Unforgettable. (M) Carrie and Al pursue two con artists. 12.00 House Husbands. (M, R) Four men tackle life’s challenges. 1.00 Delish Destinations. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 News Early Edition. 4.30 Today.

6.00 Headline News. 7.30 WIN News. (R) 8.30 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PG, R) 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.30 Ent. Tonight. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News. 6.00 WIN News. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! (PG) 9.00 Hughesy, We Have A Problem. (MA15+) Hosted by Dave Hughes. 10.00 Just For Laughs Australia. (MA15+) 11.00 WIN’s All Australian News. 12.00 The Project. (R) 1.00 Stephen Colbert. (PG) 2.00 Shopping. (R) 3.30 CBS Morning. 5.00 Headline News.

6.00 WorldWatch. 6.30 This Week. 7.30 WorldWatch. 1.55 Telemarkskanalen Boat Journey. (R) 3.05 Aerial Asia. (PG, R) 4.00 Destination Flavour China. (R) 4.30 David Baddiel On The Silk Road. (PG, R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 News. 7.35 Cruising With Jane McDonald. 8.30 Michael Mosley: Trust Me, I’m A Doctor. (PG, R) 9.30 24 Hours In Police Custody. (M) 10.25 SBS News. 10.55 The World Game. 11.30 Wisting. (M) 12.30 Witnesses. (M, R) 1.30 Borgen. (M, R) 3.45 Little White Lie. (M, R) 4.50 Rachel Khoo’s Kitchen Notebook Bitesize. (R) 5.00 WorldWatch.

TUESDAY 21

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6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Foreign Correspondent. 10.30 The House. 11.00 Dream Gardens. 11.30 Ask The Doctor. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Aust Story. 1.30 Call The Midwife. 2.30 Rugged Paradise: The Abrolhos Islands. 3.05 Poh’s Kitchen. 3.30 Hard Quiz. 4.00 Think Tank. 5.00 Brush With Fame. 5.30 The Heights. 6.00 ABC Evening News. 6.30 Summer Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Nigella At My Table. 8.30 The Pool. (PG, R) 9.30 The Cult Of The Family. (M, R) 10.25 ABC News Tonight. 10.55 David Stratton’s Stories Of Australian Cinema. (MA15+, R) 11.55 Maigret. (M, R) 1.25 Call The Midwife. 2.25 Rage. 4.00 Newton’s Law. 5.00 Summer Drum. 5.30 One Plus One.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Stage 1. 2.30 Surf Patrol. (R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. (R) 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 47. Melbourne Renegades v Hobart Hurricanes. 9.30 Border Security: International. (PG) 10.30 Modern Family. (PG, R) 11.00 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Stage 1. Highlights. 12.00 Marvel’s Agent Carter. (M, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Australian Open Tennis PreShow. 10.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 2. 6.00 Nine News. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 2. From Melbourne Park. Hosted by James Bracey. 11.00 Chicago Med. (M, R) Connor goes behind Ava’s back. 12.00 House Husbands. (PG, R) 1.00 Giving Life. (PG, R) 1.30 Adelady. (PG) 2.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 News Early Edition. 4.30 Today.

6.00 Headline News. 7.30 WIN News. (R) 8.30 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PG, R) 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.30 Ent. Tonight. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News. 6.00 WIN News. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! (PG) 9.00 NCIS. (M) Gibbs must face the reality of his actions. 10.00 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M) 11.00 WIN’s All Australian News. 12.00 The Project. (R) 1.00 Stephen Colbert. (PG) 2.00 Shopping. (R) 3.30 CBS Morning. 5.00 Headline News.

6.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Telemarkskanalen Boat Journey. (R) 3.00 Destination Flavour China. (R) 3.30 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG, R) 4.30 David Baddiel On The Silk Road. (PG, R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Inside Selfridges. 8.30 Marry Me, Marry My Family. (M) 9.35 Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over: Landed Gentry. (M) 10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 Asylum City. (M) 12.00 Deep State. (M, R) 1.00 Miniseries: The State. (M, R) 1.55 Counterpart. (MA15+, R) 4.00 Food Detectives. (R) 5.00 CGTN English News. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle.

WEDNESDAY 22

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6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Foreign Correspondent. 10.30 The House. 11.00 Dream Gardens. 11.30 Ask The Doctor. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Aust Story. 1.30 Call The Midwife. 2.30 Kev Carmody: Songman. 3.00 Nigella At My Table. 3.30 Hard Quiz. 4.05 Think Tank. 5.00 Brush With Fame. 5.30 The Heights. 6.00 ABC Evening News. 6.30 Summer Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Sherlock. (M, R) 9.30 To Be Advised. 10.15 Planet America. 10.45 ABC News Tonight. 11.15 Miniseries: Bucket. (MA15+, R) 11.40 Tim’s Vermeer. (M, R) 1.00 Louis Theroux: Twilight Of The Porn Stars. 2.00 Call The Midwife. 2.35 Rage. 4.05 Newton’s Law. 5.00 Summer Drum. 5.30 One Plus One.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Stage 2. 2.30 Surf Patrol. (R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. (R) 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 48. Adelaide Strikers v Melbourne Stars. 9.30 World’s Most Extreme Airports. (PG, R) 10.30 Modern Family. (PG, R) 11.00 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Stage 2. Highlights. 12.00 World’s Deadliest Weather: Caught On Camera. (M, R) 1.00 The Zoo. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Australian Open Tennis PreShow. 10.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 3. 6.00 Nine News. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 3. From Melbourne Park. Hosted by James Bracey. 11.00 Lethal Weapon. (MA15+) Murtaugh turns to Cole’s former mentor for help. 12.00 House Husbands. (PG, R) 1.00 Plonk. (M, R) 1.30 The Hold Down. (PG, R) 2.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 News Early Edition. 4.30 Today.

6.00 Headline News. 7.30 WIN News. (R) 8.30 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PG, R) 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.30 Ent. Tonight. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News. 6.00 WIN News. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! (PG) 9.00 Bull. (M) Benny’s previous career comes into focus. 10.00 Bull. (M, R) 11.00 WIN’s All Australian News. 12.00 The Project. (R) 1.00 Stephen Colbert. (PG) 2.00 Shopping. (R) 3.30 CBS Morning. 5.00 Headline News.

6.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Telemarkskanalen Boat Journey. (R) 3.00 Aerial Asia. (R) 4.00 Destination Flavour China. (R) 4.30 David Baddiel On The Silk Road. (PG, R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Tony Robinson Down Under: Eureka! (PG, R) 8.30 Meat: A Threat To Our Planet? 9.35 Vikings. (MA15+) 10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 The Red Line. (M) 11.50 Movie: Till The End Of The World. (2018) (M, R) 2.00 Versailles. (MA15+, R) 4.05 Food Detectives. (PG, R) 5.00 CGTN English News. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle. 1601

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6.10pm Children’s Programs. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 8.00 Whose Line Is It Anyway? (M) 8.20 QI. (M, R) 8.55 Whovians. (PG) 9.25 The Office. (M, R) 9.45 The Office. (PG, R) 10.10 An Idiot Abroad. (M, R) 10.55 Schitt’s Creek. (M, R) 11.15 Schitt’s Creek. (PG, R) 11.40 Broad City. (M, R) 12.05am 30 Rock. (M, R) 12.30 New: Whose Line Is It Anyway? (M, R)

6.30pm Seven Local News. 7.00 Seven News. 7.30 Father Brown. (M, R) 8.30 Judge John Deed. (M, R) Judge Deed faces a challenging dilemma. 10.30 Jonathan Creek. (M, R) 11.30 Mighty Ships: Cristobal Colon. (R) 12.30am The Real Seachange. (R)

6pm Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 39. Sydney Sixers v Hobart Hurricanes. From the SCG. 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 Beach Cops. (PG, R) 8.30 Movie: The Lone Ranger. (2013) (M, R) Johnny Depp, Armie Hammer, Helena Bonham Carter. 11.30 Car Crash TV. (PG, R) 12.30am Fishing And Adventure. (PG, R)

6pm Baywatch. (PG, R) 7.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) Sheldon works with Bert. 7.30 Young Sheldon. (PG, R) 8.30 Movie: Bad Neighbours 2. (2016) (MA15+, R) Seth Rogen, Zac Efron, Rose Byrne. A couple moves next door to a sorority. 10.20 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 10.45 Young Sheldon. (PG, R) 11.35 Science Of Stupid. (M) 12.05am Tattoo Fixers. (MA15+, R)

6pm Tennis. Adelaide International. Day 5. Night session. Quarter-finals. From Memorial Drive Tennis Centre, Adelaide. 9.30 Unforgettable. (M, R) Carrie matches wits with a serial killer who appears to be using her memory skills to taunt the authorities. 10.30 Cold Case. (M, R) 11.30 Cops UK: Body Cam Squad. (M, R) 12.30am My Favorite Martian. (R)

6pm Celebrity Name Game. (PG, R) 6.30 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) A leg is found in a dumpster. 8.30 Hawaii Five-0. (M, R) McGarrett and Catherine cross into North Korea to retrieve the remains of a fallen friend. 9.30 L.A.’s Finest. (M) Syd and McKenna investigate a death that took place at a Los Angeles park. 10.30 NCIS. (M, R) 12.30am Home Shopping. (R)

6pm Friends. (PG, R) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG) 7.00 Friends. (PG, R) The roll of a dice has a surprising outcome. 8.00 Seinfeld. (PG, R) Jerry wears a ridiculous shirt. 9.00 Will & Grace. (PG, R) Jack fears playing a heterosexual role for a mattress commercial will lead to being typecast as a straight man. 11.30 The Late Late Show With James Corden. (M) 12.30am Home Shopping. (R)

THURSDAY 16

6.25pm Peter Rabbit. (R) 6.45 Rusty Rivets. (R) 7.00 Andy’s Wild Adventures. (R) 7.15 Dino Dana. (R) 7.30 Spicks And Specks. (R) 8.00 Whose Line Is It Anyway? (PG) 8.20 Gruen. (M, R) 9.00 The Office. (PG, R) 9.45 Whovians. (PG, R) 10.15 An Idiot Abroad. (M, R) 11.00 Archer. (M, R) 11.45 The Mighty Boosh. (M, R) 12.15am 30 Rock. (M, R)

6.30pm Seven Local News. (R) 7.00 Seven News. (R) 7.30 Pie In The Sky. (PG, R) 8.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. (PG, R) Graeme heads to the Welsh Valleys. 9.30 Selling Houses Australia. (R) A couple attempt to sell their home. 10.30 The House That £100K Built. (R) 11.45 Pie In The Sky. (PG, R)

6pm Car Crash TV. (PG, R) 6.30 Movie: We Are Marshall. (2006) (PG, R) Matthew McConaughey, Matthew Fox, Anthony Mackie. 9.15 Movie: Trouble With The Curve. (2012) (M, R) Clint Eastwood, Amy Adams, John Goodman. A woman tries to fix her relationship with her father. 11.45 Hardcore Pawn. (M, R) 12.15am Armchair Experts: NFL Edition. (PG)

7.30pm Movie: Sing. (2016) (G, R) Matthew McConaughey, Reese Witherspoon, Seth MacFarlane. An ailing theatre hosts a singing competition. 9.40 Movie: Step Up. (2006) (PG, R) Jenna Dewan, Channing Tatum, Rachel Griffiths. A juvenile delinquent falls for a dancer. 11.50 Tattoo Fixers. (MA15+, R) Three tattoo artists transform inking disasters.

6pm Tennis. Adelaide International. Day 6. Night session. From Memorial Drive Tennis Centre, Adelaide. 10.00 Movie: Cape Fear. (1991) (M, R) Robert De Niro. A psychopathic ex-convict threatens the family of the lawyer who represented him. 12.30am Cold Case. (M, R) The team investigates after the body of a woman who disappeared in 1981 is found in the boot of a car.

6pm Celebrity Name Game. (PG, R) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) Marine recruiters are killed by a sniper. 8.30 Walker, Texas Ranger. (M, R) Walker, Trivette and CD head to Cajun country for a fishing trip only to clash with a local drug dealer. 10.30 Hawaii Five-0. (M, R) 11.30 L.A.’s Finest. (M, R) 12.30am Home Shopping. (R)

6pm Friends. (PG, R) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG) 7.00 Friends. (PG, R) Ross makes a drastic decision. 8.00 Seinfeld. (PG, R) Jerry is suspicious of his accountant. 9.00 Friends. (PG, R) After Phoebe sees Monica and Chandler together, the gang plays a joke on the two lovebirds. 10.30 Supernatural. (M) 11.30 The Late Late Show With James Corden. (M) 12.30am Home Shopping.

FRIDAY 17

6.10pm Children’s Programs. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 8.00 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R) 8.30 Live At The Apollo. (M) 9.20 Russell Howard’s Stand-Up Central. (MA15+, R) 9.40 Comedy Up Late. (M, R) 10.10 Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow. (M, R) 11.00 Would I Lie To You? 11.30 Live At The Apollo. 12.15am Black Books.

6.30pm World’s Deadliest Weather: Caught On Camera. (PG, R) 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG) Follows staff at Skeldale Veterinary Centre. 8.30 Escape To The Country. Nicki Chapman is on a mission in Dorset with a young couple from Surrey who are seeking a rural home. 11.30 Honey I Bought The House. (PG) 12.30am Escape To The Country. (R)

6pm Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 42. Sydney Thunder v Sydney Sixers. From Sydney Showground Stadium. 7.00 Movie: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out Of The Shadows. (2016) (PG, R) 9.20 Movie: V For Vendetta. (2005) (MA15+, R) 12am The Grade Cricketer. (PG, R) 12.30 Guitar Gods Goes Cosmic. (PG, R)

7pm Movie: Spy Kids 2: Island Of Lost Dreams. (2002) (PG, R) Antonio Banderas, Carla Gugino, Alexa Vega. 9.05 Movie: The Great Wall. (2016) (M, R) Matt Damon, Willem Dafoe, Pedro Pascal. 11.05 Science Of Stupid. (M) 11.35 Misfit Garage. (M, R) 12.30am Movie: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret Of The Ooze. (1991) (PG, R)

6pm Tennis. Adelaide International. Day 7. Final. Night session. From Memorial Drive Tennis Centre, Adelaide. 7.00 Movie: Kinky Boots. (2005) (PG, R) Joel Edgerton, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Sarah-Jane Potts. 9.10 Movie: The Birdcage. (1996) (M, R) Robin Williams, Nathan Lane. 11.30 Movie: Our Idiot Brother. (2011) (M, R) Paul Rudd, Elizabeth Banks, Zooey Deschanel.

6pm Cops. (PG, R) 6.30 Scorpion. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) An officer is shot while helping a motorist. 8.30 NCIS: New Orleans. (MA15+, R) Pride’s long-time friend calls in a favour. 9.25 NCIS: New Orleans. (M, R) The team launches a citywide manhunt. 10.20 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M, R) 12.10am 48 Hours: Widow’s War. (M, R)

6pm Friends. (PG, R) Ross’s flirting fails to impress. 7.30 Kojak. (M, R) 8.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R) Jerry and Elaine question Kramer’s claims about his frozen yogurt being non-fat. 9.00 The Graham Norton Show. (PG, R) Graham introduces showbusiness moments. 10.00 2 Broke Girls. (M, R) Max has a glimpse of Caroline’s old life. 11.30 The Loop. (PG, R)

SATURDAY 18

6.10pm Children’s Programs. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 8.00 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R) 8.30 Live At The Apollo. (M, R) 9.15 Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow. (M, R) 10.00 Whovians. (PG, R) 10.35 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 11.15 Would I Lie To You? 11.45 Upstart Crow. 12.15am An Idiot Abroad.

7.30pm Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) 8.30 Gold Coast Medical. (M, R) A tiny patient has miracle surgery. 9.30 Hospital. (PG, R) Dr O’Neill deals with some challenging cases. 10.45 Air Crash Investigation: Who’s Flying The Plane? (PG, R) 11.45 Australia’s Deadliest. (PG, R) 12.15am Gold Coast Medical. (M, R)

6pm Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 44. Brisbane Heat v Melbourne Renegades. From the Gabba, Brisbane. 7.00 American Restoration. (PG, R) 7.30 The Simpsons. (PG, R) 8.30 Movie: Bridge Of Spies. (2015) (M, R) Tom Hanks, Mark Rylance, Amy Ryan. 11.25 Hardcore Pawn. (M, R) 12am World’s Craziest Fools. (PG, R)

7pm Movie: Puss In Boots. (2011) (PG, R) Antonio Banderas, Salma Hayek, Zach Galifianakis. A cat searches for magic beans. 8.45 Movie: The Mask Of Zorro. (1998) (M, R) Antonio Banderas, Anthony Hopkins, Catherine Zeta-Jones. An ageing, swashbuckling hero trains a young man to take his place. 11.30 Bromans. (M, R) 12.30am Storage Hunters UK. (PG, R)

7pm Movie: Robin Hood: Prince Of Thieves. (1991) (PG, R) Kevin Costner, Alan Rickman, Morgan Freeman. An outlaw wages warfare against a sheriff. 9.55 Movie: Timecop. (1994) (MA15+, R) Jean-Claude Van Damme, Mia Sara, Ron Silver. In the future, a cop sets out to stop his boss from manipulating the past in order to become president. 12am Timeless. (M, R)

6.30pm Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) Gibbs’ former commanding officer, AWOL from Iraq, enlists his help in uncovering a dangerous conspiracy. 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. (M, R) The case against two teens charged with sexual assault and murder hinges on the testimony of a drunkard. 10.20 CSI: Miami. (M, R) 11.15 CSI: Miami. (MA15+, R) 12.10am Nash Bridges. (M, R)

6pm Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 Seinfeld. (R) Jerry goes to a new barber. 8.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R) Jerry yearns for a massage from his new girlfriend. Elaine worries about her new boyfriend’s name. 9.00 Movie: 10 Things I Hate About You. (1999) (PG, R) Heath Ledger, Julia Stiles, Joseph GordonLevitt. A student tries to set a girl up. 11.00 Buffy The Vampire Slayer. (M, R)

SUNDAY 19

6.10pm Children’s Programs. 7.00 Andy’s Safari Adventures. 7.15 Dino Dana. (R) 7.30 Spicks And Specks. (R) 8.00 Whose Line Is It Anyway? (M) 8.20 Upstart Crow. (PG, R) 8.55 The Office. (PG, R) 9.35 QI. (M, R) 10.10 Peep Show. (M, R) 10.35 An Idiot Abroad. (M, R) 11.20 30 Rock. (M, R) 11.40 New: Whose Line Is It Anyway? (M, R) 12.05am The Office. (PG, R)

6.30pm Seven Local News. 7.00 Seven News. 7.30 Doc Martin. (PG, R) 8.30 The Inspector Lynley Mysteries. (M, R) A deaf student is murdered. 10.30 19-2. (M) 11.30 Mighty Ships: MV Solitaire. (R) 12.30am The Real Seachange. (R)

7pm Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 American Pickers. (PG) Mike and Frank tackle a tough negotiator. 8.30 Movie: Unforgiven. (1992) (M, R) Clint Eastwood, Gene Hackman, Morgan Freeman. A retired gunfighter and killer-forhire is confronted by his evil past when he is asked to take on one last job. 11.25 Picker Sisters. (PG) 12.25am Creek To Coast. (R)

6pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 1. 7.00 Big Bang. (PG, R) 7.30 Monster Croc Wrangler. (PG, R) 8.30 Movie: Ace Ventura: Pet Detective. (1994) (M, R) Jim Carrey, Sean Young, Courteney Cox. 10.15 Big Bang. (PG, R) 10.40 Monster Croc Wrangler. (PG, R) 11.35 Science Of Stupid. (M) 12.05am Tattoo Fixers. (MA15+, R)

10pm Cold Case. (M, R) The team passes the time at a wedding by investigating if the bride was responsible for an unsolved murder. 11.00 Bite Club. (M, R) Claire is targeted by the serial killer. 12am My Favorite Martian. (R) Martin is afflicted with a series of sneezing fits. However, the malady also seems to cause memory lapses. 12.30 Size Matters. (R) Follows the Barra Nationals from the Daly River.

6pm Celebrity Name Game. (PG, R) 6.30 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) Team members are taken hostage. 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. (M, R) Detective Tutuola is torn between his family and “the system”, after his son is arrested for digging in a vacant lot at night. 10.20 48 Hours: Live To Tell – The Vendetta. (M) 11.15 The Mentalist. (M, R) 12.10am Home Shopping. (R)

6pm 6.30 7.00 8.00 9.00

Friends. (PG, R) Neighbours. (PG) Friends. (PG, R) Seinfeld. (PG, R) Two And A Half Men. (PG, R) Mia’s dance troupe is in town. 9.30 Two And A Half Men. (M, R) Charlie and Mia make wedding plans. 10.30 Frasier. (PG, R) 11.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. (PG, R) 11.30 The Late Late Show With James Corden. (M) 12.30am Shopping. (R)

MONDAY 20

6.10pm Children’s Programs. 7.00 Andy’s Safari Adventures. 7.15 Dino Dana. (R) 7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 8.00 Whose Line Is It Anyway? (M) 8.25 To Be Advised. 9.05 The Office. (PG, R) 9.50 Schitt’s Creek. (M) 10.35 An Idiot Abroad. (M, R) 11.20 Peep Show. (M, R) 11.45 The League Of Gentlemen. (M, R) 12.15am 30 Rock. (M, R)

6.30pm Seven Local News. 7.00 Seven News. 7.30 Cold Case. (M, R) Lily reopens a case from 1989. 8.30 Without A Trace. (M, R) The team searches for a well-liked highschool teacher after he disappears while working late. 10.30 Criminal Confessions: Waterloo. (M, R) 11.30 Mighty Ships: G.O. SARS. (R) 12.30am The Real Seachange. (R)

6pm Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 47. Melbourne Renegades v Hobart Hurricanes. From Marvel Stadium, Melbourne. 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG, R) 8.30 Outback Opal Hunters. (M, R) Col’s crew head underground. 9.30 Yukon Gold. (M) 10.30 Jade City. (PG) 11.00 Jade Fever. (PG) 11.30 Prospectors. (PG, R) 12.30am To Be Advised.

6pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 2. From Melbourne Park. Hosted by James Bracey. 7.00 Big Bang. (PG, R) 7.30 Police Ten 7. (M) 8.30 Movie: Lethal Weapon 3. (1992) (M, R) Mel Gibson, Danny Glover, Joe Pesci. Two cops pursue a crooked former policeman. 10.55 Big Bang. (PG, R) 11.20 Police Ten 7. (M) 12.20am Tattoo Fixers. (MA15+, R)

10pm Law & Order: Criminal Intent. (M, R) Detectives investigate when an executive’s wife and two daughters are kidnapped by a loan shark. 11.00 Cold Case. (M, R) Rush and the team reopen the investigation into the death of a boy killed the night of the Apollo moon landing. 12am Bite Club. (M, R) Zoe and Dan investigate the murder of an affluent couple on their yacht.

6pm Celebrity Name Game. (PG, R) 6.30 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) The body of a US Marine is found at a rave. 8.30 CSI: Miami. (MA15+, R) Natalia goes undercover. 9.25 CSI: Miami. (M, R) After a reality TV star collapses dead, the team concentrates on her fellow celebrities. 10.20 In The Dark. (M) 11.15 The Mentalist. (M, R) 12.10am Shopping. (R)

6pm 6.30 7.00 8.00 9.00

Friends. (PG, R) Neighbours. (PG) Friends. (PG, R) Seinfeld. (PG, R) The Conners. (PG) Jackie decides to avoid her problems by keeping busy with everyone else’s. 9.30 Two And A Half Men. (M, R) 10.30 Frasier. (PG, R) 11.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. (PG, R) 11.30 The Late Late Show With James Corden. (M) 12.30am Home Shopping. (R)

TUESDAY 21

6.10pm Children’s Programs. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 8.00 Whose Line Is It Anyway? (M) 8.25 Black Books. (PG, R) 8.50 The Office. (PG, R) 9.35 Live At The Apollo. (M, R) 10.20 An Idiot Abroad. (M, R) 11.05 The Mighty Boosh. (PG, R) 11.35 30 Rock. (PG, R) 12am New: Whose Line Is It Anyway? (M, R) 12.20 The Office. (PG, R)

6.30pm Seven Local News. 7.00 Seven News. 7.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) 8.30 Criminal Minds. (MA15+, R) The team investigates a power-assertive suspect. 9.30 Criminal Minds. (M, R) The team investigates a workplace shooting. 11.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) 12.30am Mighty Ships: DSV Skandi Arctic. (PG, R)

6pm Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 48. Adelaide Strikers v Melbourne Stars. From Adelaide Oval. 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 The Simpsons. (PG, R) 8.00 Futurama. (PG, R) 9.00 Family Guy. (M, R) Peter’s favourite TV show is cancelled. 10.00 American Dad! (M, R) 11.00 Housos. (MA15+, R) 11.30 Swift And Shift Couriers. (MA15+, R) 12am To Be Advised.

6pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 3. From Melbourne Park. Hosted by James Bracey. 7.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 7.30 Travel Guides. (PG, R) 8.30 Movie: Anchorman: The Legend Of Ron Burgundy. (2004) (M, R) Will Ferrell, Christina Applegate, Steve Carell. 10.30 Big Bang. (PG, R) 11.00 Japandemonium. (M) 12am Tattoo Fixers. (MA15+, R)

10pm Major Crimes. (M, R) After the death of another woman linked to the Tackles case, the squad investigates further. 11.00 Cold Case. (M, R) Lilly and the team reopen the investigation into the 1989 murder of a young, Russian opera prodigy. 12am Bite Club. (M, R) Dan becomes the prime suspect in the serial killer case when Stephen plants evidence in his home.

6pm Celebrity Name Game. (PG, R) 6.30 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) An ex-US Navy SEAL pursues his wife’s killer. 8.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M, R) Sam goes undercover as a day trader after a banker with ties to a Russian oligarch is murdered. 10.20 NCIS. (M, R) An officer is shot while helping a motorist. 12.10am Home Shopping. (R)

6pm 6.30 7.00 8.00

Friends. (PG, R) Neighbours. (PG) Friends. (PG, R) Seinfeld. (PG, R) George pretends to be a marine biologist. 9.00 2 Broke Girls. (M, R) Hoping to take their enterprise to the next level, Caroline enrols herself and Max in a cakedecorating class. 10.30 Will & Grace. (PG, R) 11.30 The Late Late Show With James Corden. (M) 12.30am Home Shopping. (R)

WEDNESDAY 22

Classifications: (P) Preschoolers (C) Children (G) General (PG) Parental Guidance (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence (R) Repeat. Please note: Listings are subject to change by networks.

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TENNI, Amelia Elisa Loved Wife of Renzo (dec). Mother and MotherIn-Law of Sonia and Nick, Martin and Glenda, Piero and Jenny. Cherished Nonna of Halina and Ryan, Dimitri and Seph, Gillian, Matthew, Liam and Samantha. Great Nonna of Blake, Cooper, Amelia and Alexander.

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KANOWSKI, Mavis (Joyce) Nee Mudge, Formerly Sherratt. Aged 77 years, Late of Bentley Park.

All Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend a Graveside Funeral Service for Joyce commencing at 2.00 p.m. FRIDAY 17th January 2020 at the Cardwell Cemetery.

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Domestic and Family Violence Counsellor (Innisfail) Permanent Part-time, 34hrs/week Delivering responsive, respectful, empowering and therapeutic services to Cassowary Coast community members affected by domestic and family violence. Relevant qualification and professional experience essential. Applications close 4pm Thursday 30th January 2020 For an application pack please contact the Tully Support Centre on 0740681004 or Email shanegreenwood@tullysupportcentre.com.au

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(06/05/1950) Late of Sheffield, UK, formally of Tully Passed away suddenly after a short illness on 2nd January, 2020, aged 69years. Beloved father of Rachel, son of Joan and Dudley Taylor (both dec), brother of Doug (dec), Don and Rob, Uncle to their families and friends of many. Privately cremated in UK, a memorial service will be held at a later date in Tully. He will be sadly missed but always remembered,

May he be at peace.

THANK YOU Jack Davern The family of the late Jack Davern wish to thank the Doctors and Staff at the Tully Hospital for their care and attention to Jack during his final days. To Father Hiliary and his bereavement team for their assistance with the Order of Service. Blacks Funerals for their sensitivity and professionalism. To the RAAF Association for their attendance and to all those who sent their Condolences and Messages of Sympathy. PLEASE ACCEPT THIS AS OUR PERSONAL THANKS

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TRUCK DRIVER /LABOURER Required for IMMEDIATE START with local waste disposal business pumping and disposing septic waste. Must have MR Licence & be physically fit with good customer service skills. CASUAL POSITION.

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In accordance with Chapter 4, Part 12, Section 142 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, Cassowary Coast Regional Council hereby gives notice that unless payment of all overdue rates together with any expenses incurred on the following land is paid, the said land will be sold by public auction on Saturday 8th February 2020 commencing 10.00am Customer Service Foyer, Tully Civic Centre, 38-40 Bryant Street, Tully.

Aged 94 years. Late of Tully Nursing Home. Formally of Mission Beach.

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Marj passed away Wednesday, 1st January, 2020 at the Tully Hospital. Beloved wife of Arthur (dec). Loved Mother of Douglas and Yvonne and their families. A Funeral Service has been held.

FARM HANDYMAN/MECHANIC In the Tully area, there is a full time position vacant for a handyman/mechanic for general maintenance and repairs to machinery on a large banana farm. Must have experience in these skills, a good work ethic and attendance record.

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All Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend a Funeral Service for Amelia, commencing at 10.00a.m., Friday, 17th January, 2020 at St. Clare of Montefalco Catholic Church, Mars Street, Tully. Followed by interment in the Tully Monumental Cemetery.

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All enquiries should be directed to the Rates Coordinator on 1300 763 903 James Gott: Chief Executive Officer P.O. Box 887, Innisfail Qld 4860

All lands will be sold subject to any mortgage, Lien, Bill of Sale, Caveat, Judgment, Writ or other Charge, Agreement or Process registered against or in any way affecting the property in favour of the Crown or any Crown instrumentality or any persons representing the Crown. Council accepts no responsibility for the sale of any of the properties referred to above and all interested purchasers are required to make their own enquiries prior to the auction. The purchaser is responsible for vacant possession after settlement of the sale of the property. An Information Pack is available at www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/ under Public Notices. This pack is also available by contacting A&A Realty on (07) 4061 1466.

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DECEMBER 20 Unruly antics, Innisfail: A 24-year-old international tourist was issued with a $400 infringement notice for disorderly behaviour on Thursday night. It will be alleged he jumped the counter at a Ernest Street business around midnight and started to pretend to serve the customers. Youth charged, Innisfail: A 14-year-old girl was charged with alleged assault and wilful damage. It will be alleged she has become involved in a verbal altercation, where it will be alleged she has thrown a pot plant at the victim, hitting him and causing the pot to break. The girl will be dealt with under the provisions of the Youth Justice Act. DECEMBER 24 Traffic offences, Upper Daradgee: It has been detected by police a number of vehicles are failing to stop at the temporary traffic lights on Upper Daradgee Road. The traffic control system is in place as one side of the road is fenced of due to on going repairs required to the riverbank. This part of the road is curved removing all visibility of vehicles coming and going along the road. By failing to comply with the traffic signals motorist are placing themselves and other road users at risk of serious injury. These traffic lights are in place to ensure traffic travel along the road in the safest possible manner. Although the traffic lights are temporary they are to be obeyed as any other traffic light system in Queensland and failing to comply with the signals are enforceable as a number of motorist have found out this week. Several vehicles were detected travelling through the red light and were all issued with a $400 traffic infringement notice. Assault charge, Mena Creek: A 35-year-old Currajah man was charged with one count of assault occasioning bodily harm on December 23. It will be alleged around 12pm on November 25, he has used a bunch link to hit the victims hand causing swelling and bruising to the hand. Both men are known to each other. He is scheduled to appear at the Innisfail Magistrates Court on January 28. DECEMBER 31 Traffic offences, Cassowary Coast Police want to remind road motorists of the importance of ensuring you drive to the environmental conditions, and to ensure your vehicle is road worthy, after they attended two traffic crashes on Friday, December 27. Around 10.30am, officers attended a single vehicle traffic crash on the Bruce Highway at Eubenangee. It will be alleged the Mercedes-Benz that was towing a box trailer has aquaplaned, causing the vehicle spin and cross onto the wrong

side of the road before stopping. The vehicle had a number of defects including bald tyres and damaged light pin, therefore the trailer lights were not working. A 52-year-old Mission Beach woman was transported for treatment of minor injuries. She was issued with traffic infringement notices for not having proper control of vehicle and drive a defective vehicle. A 35-year-old South Johnstone man was issued with a traffic infringement notice for failing to have proper control of his vehicle on Friday afternoon. Around 2.20pm, it will be alleged he applied too much acceleration to his Toyota Hilux as he has come around the corner of Ash Street, Goondi Hill and has lost control of his vehicle. He sustained no injuries. A 33-year-old Trinity Beach man was issued with a $444 traffic infringement notice around 3pm, Friday afternoon. It will be alleged he was travelling at 128km/h in a 100km/h zone in the heavy rain along the Bruce Highway, Daradgee. A 36-year-old Lake Eacham man was also issued with a $444 traffic infringement notice on Friday. It will be alleged he was travelling at 110km/h in an 80km/h zone around 3.40pm on Henderson Drive, Currajah. Police want to remind motorists how dangerous speeding is. By exceeding the speed limit, you are increasing the time it takes for you to stop, and therefore increasing your risk of serious injury or death. The consequences of driving faster can have huge impacts, not just on the victims of road crashes but also on the families, friends and the emergency service workers who attend the crashes. JANUARY 2 Break and enter, East Innisfail: Police are investigating an alleged break and enter to a Mary Street address. Between December 21 and January 1, entry was allegedly gained through a rear window. Once inside, unknown offender(s) have rummaged through the house and stolen property including medals, money, presentation pack coins, jewellery and brooches. Anyone with any information is encouraged to contact police and quote reference number QP2000005578. Drink driver, Bellenden Ker: Babinda Police intercepted a 45-year-old Bellenden Ker woman around 2pm on Wednesday after police received information she was driving under the influence of alcohol. Officers observed her drive off of the Bruce Highway into a residential address. She submitted to a roadside breath test where it will be alleged she returned a reading of 0.122 per cent BAC. She was issued with a Notice to Appear for drink driving and is scheduled to appear at the Cairns Magistrates Court on January 20. Break and enter, South Johnstone: Police are investigating the damage to a Green Street school.

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An air and sea search was commenced the afternoon of January 14 by police and emergency services for a 55-year-old man reported missing off the coast of Innisfail (January 14). At about 6.40pm, the man’s boat (pictured below) was located drifting unattended at the mouth of the Johnstone River. A search of the coastline

was commenced from South Barnard Islands to Cooper Point which was assisted by the Rescue R510 helicopter, however the man was not located. The search recommenced today in a 250 square nautical mile area off the coast of Innisfail involving water police, Volunteer Coast Guard, helicopters and fixed wing aircraft. Police are appeal-

ing to any boat users who were in the area prior to 6.40pm yesterday who observed a white 5.6 meter Bar Crusher vessel with a maroon stripe and a Suzuki outboard motor to contact police.

Between 3pm on December 30 and 9.30am on January 1, entry was allegedly gained to one of the class rooms and attempted entry to another. Damage has been done to a number of louvers, a blackboard and items have been removed from a cupboard and strewn across the floor. Anyone with any information is encouraged to contact police and quote reference QP2000003790. Police are asking the local community to stay vigilant during the school holidays in an effort to keep our local schools secure. Members of the community are urged to report incidents of suspicious behaviour, trespassing and wilful damage immediately. As appealing as the school grounds can be, in particular basketball courts, playgrounds and school ovals, police remind everyone that school grounds should not be entered. If you see anything suspicious, please don’t attempt to intervene and • Report suspicious behaviour to Policelink on 131 444 • If property is being damaged call Triple Zero ‘000’ immediately • School Watch can be alerted by calling 131 788 JANUARY 3 Lost money, Innisfail: A sum of money was handed in to the Innisfail Police Station on Thursday afternoon. The money was found on McGowan Drive around 2.30pm, between two parked vehicles. If you have lost money or know someone who has mentioned they last money on Thursday, please contact the Innisfail Police Station between 8am and 4pm, Monday to Friday. Proof of ownership will be required. Please quote reference number QP2000012848. Serious assault, Kurrimine Beach: Police are investigating the assault of a 26-year-old man. Around 3am on Wednesday morning, the man was walking along Hawthorne Drive when he walked past a utility where a number of people were sitting in the tray. One man from the utility has asked him to fight. He has refused and was surrounded and was allegedly assaulted by one of the men. He received a number of stitches to his eyebrow. Anyone with any information or who may have witnessed the incident is encouraged to contact police. January 7 Break and enter, Belvedere: Police are investigating an alleged break and enter to a Bella Vesta Avenue address overnight. Entry was allegedly gained through a second floor window and a wallet, mobile phone and a 2018 silver Toyota RAV4 with Queensland registration plates 390GEE were stolen from the address. The vehicle was reportedly spotted at a service station at Mirriwinni around 2.30am where the credit cards were fraudulently used. At around 4am, the vehicle failed to stop for police on Enmore Street, Manoora in Cairns. Anyone with any information is encouraged to contact police and quote reference number

QP2000044025. Consume liquor in public place, Innisfail: A 38-year-old Innisfail man was charged with consuming liquor in a public place. He was located in a park on Grace Street around 5pm where it will be alleged he was consuming alcohol. He is scheduled to appear at the Innisfail Magistrates Court on January 20. Found bike, Alice Street: The pictured bike was located on Alice Street, Innisfail around 5.30pm on January 3. If you are the owner of the bike, you are encouraged to contact the Innisfail Police Station property section on 4061 5777 between Monday and Friday, or attend the station for collection. Please note that proof of ownership is required to claim the bike.

JANUARY 13 Youths charged, Innisfail Two Innisfail boys, aged 13 and 17-yearsold, were charged in relation to a number of alleged break and enter offences on the morning of January 11. It will be alleged the two boys broke into several houses on Owen Street, Riverside Crescent, and Velution Street and a business on Edith Street, between December 26 and January 10. It will be further alleged the 17-year-old boy obstructed police on January 10. Both boys will be dealt with under the provisions of the Youth Justice Act 1992. Damage to vehicle, Goondi Bend Between 10.30pm and midnight on January 11, a vehicle parked at an Ash Street address has allegedly had a driver side window and mirror damaged. Anyone with any information are encouraged to contact police and quote the reference number below. If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day. You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.

Driving in wet conditions The wet season is back, as it has done every year previously. So, it should be of no surprise to local motorists, who should all be familiar with driving conditions in wet weather. However, we still see a lot of local motorists failing to drive to wet weather conditions. Police urge drivers to get into the habit of turning on your lights every day. Not just at night, but every

time you drive your vehicle irrespective of the weather conditions. Some vehicles blend in with the road surface at a distance, so if you have your lights on it makes it easier for other drivers to see you. When the weather turns bad, visibility can be greatly reduced and having your lights on could be the difference as to whether you are seen by other motorists.

Driving in wet weather can be very dangerous. You should make sure your vehicle is as safe as possible when driving in wet conditions. This can be done by checking you have good tread (at least 1.5mm deep across the whole tyre width), making sure all of your vehicle’s lights are operational and effective, and ensuring your windscreen and light lenses are clean, and the vehicle has

a regular service. Poor weather may mean you are unable to drive to the gazetted speed limit, so slow down when the weather turns bad, double your distance between yourself and the car in front – in normal conditions it is recommended the safe following distance is two seconds. In adverse weather conditions, police suggest you at least double this to four seconds.

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RURAL REPORT

Whistleblower team: Seven International Scientists

In next week’s edition CCIN will bring you information of the seven international scientists who have replicated the results of science experiments on the Great Barrier Reef that appeared questionable. Their experiments have resulted in a paper that informs the community ‘Ocean acidification does not impair the behaviour of coral reef fishes.’ Their research 100% debunks 8 experiments performed by JCU’s coral reef centre (ARCCoE). A spokesperson from JCU informed CCIN that“Since that time, there have been many dozens of papers, by different researchers, and in different locations, showing clear behavioural effects of high

CO2 on marine fishes.”

Though the debunked experiments were not the experiments specific to the water runoff from farmers that the experiments were debunked 100% raises concerns. There is currently a senate inquiry to check that the science is correct as it influences the daily lives of Queensland’s farming community. The farming community has informed CCIN that they want to follow the science, but they want to ensure that the science they are following is correct.

Local Rainfall, Boil Water Alerts, Water Restrictions: What It Means to You SEAN DENT Many farmers are the feeling the lack of rain over the past few months and the Bureau of Meteorology said last week that severe, frequent and longer erratic weather is the new normal for Australia. After looking at the numbers that date back to 1925 for Tully, we can confirm that rainfall has been way down on norms since last August, and unfortunately there’s nothing in the medium-range forecast to suggest it’s going to change anytime soon. Since August 2019 and through to the end of January, using the most optimistic of the projections, we’ll have had something

approaching 400mm of rainfall in Tully. The average over that period is nearly 1400mm. Last year Tully received 750mm in January alone. I won’t get into whether climate change is caused by humans or what we can do about it, but climate change is happening, that much is clear. In 1960, Tully experienced 125 “very hot days” (defined in a recent study as days of temperatures 32C or higher). That number has been trending up, and a recent study projects more than such 150 days in 2017. By 2040, models predict that number will be between 158 and 194 days per year in Tully. By 2060, the model predicts that num-

ber will be between 168 and 212 days. Don’t mistake this as some greenies trying to scare us. This is the likely scenario even if every country adheres to the Paris Climate Accord. It’s also not uniform. Cooler and more temperate climates such as Montreal, Canada or Dublin, Ireland, for example will not experience any significant increase in very hot days. New York is expected to go from eight days in 1960 to between 17 and 41 days by the end of the century. New Delhi is expected to have eight months of very hot days by then compared to six months now. This brings us to the Water Restrictions that the

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Council puts out. Council has estimated the residents in the region use 600-700 litres per person per day. About a year ago, Mayor Kremastos said that was too much and called for drastic reductions, declaring water “the new gold”. “The common culprits for water wastage are sprinklers, hosing without trigger nozzles, toilets on full flush when not needed and high flow shower heads,” he said, although it would take a lot of toilet- flush reduction to impact the overall number. His point is still valid: we’ll have to start taking the matter seriously even if this is the wettest region in Australia. A related issue is boil-wa-

ter alerts. Back in July last year, a Council spokesman said, “We are looking forward to having our new intake reservoirs in place so we can all do away with Boil Water Alerts.” The truth is, the alerts aren’t going to go away. Using the upcoming water storage facility in Wheatley Hill as an example, when turbidity raises its ugly head, that facility can store approximately two days of water for Mission Beach residents based on the population and water usage per person. We’re going to have to get smarter in how we use water.

Growers Welcome Tully Dispute Arbitration

Queensland’s sugarcane growers have welcomed the appointment by the Federal Government of an arbitrator in a long-running dispute between CANEGROWERS Tully members and the COFCO-owned milling company, Tully Sugar Limited. “The appointment is an important step in a process set out in the sugar industry’s Code of Conduct,” CANEGROWERS Tully Chairman Jamie Dore said. Arbitration will commence on 17 January 2020 with a decision then due within 30 days. “CANEGROWERS Tully members seek certainty, in the form of a workable and fair cane supply agreement, before plan-

ning for the 2020 harvest begins in earnest,” Dore said. “Such an agreement is in the best interests of growers and the mill. “We initiated this arbitration process on behalf of our grower members after a year of discussions with the mill were unable to reach an acceptable agreement. “It is now time for an independent arbitrator to step in and we look forward to continuing to work towards a resolution.” At issue are Tully Sugars Limited’s proposal to transfer a harbour cost for sugar shipments on to growers and its demand to extend the crushing season into the wet summer period.

Innisfail State College Students Given a Front Row Seat to the Facts of Life MARIA GIRGENTI SILENCE at Innisfail State College was abruptly broken with the piercing and haunting sounds of ambulance, police and fire sirens as Year 11 and 12 students were recently given a valuable life lesson with a simulated and realistic car crash scene. The annual event is presented by Innisfail Police in conjunction with the Queensland Fire and Emergency Service and Queensland Ambulance Service. All thoughts of life after school were quickly erased as Year 12 students, many of whom are in the process of getting, or already have possession of a driver's licence were given a practical insight into the horrific consequences of the fatal five factors on the roads, the traumatic aftermath of a road accident

and impact on the victims and their families. Simulated injuries were painstakingly applied by Theatre Make-up to ensure students and emergency responders were confronted with a very lifelike crash scene. Some yelling and screaming from the entrapped victims added to the realism of the scene as emergency workers coordinated to free the victims. As emergency services worked frantically on freeing the driver and paramedics treated the injured, however sadly, in this scenario the passenger was deceased, and Black's Funerals attended the scene to remove the 'body.' Former ISC student Darren Kelly, who is now a paramedic was among the emergency services personnel who delivered this important message to students.

The simulated car crash site was part of the RAAP - Roads, Attitude Action Planning program run by local emergency service personnel to educate and raise awareness among teenagers of the dangers on the road and how easily a road accident can occur due to distraction and inattention, speeding, fatigue, failing to wear a seatbelt and driving whilst under the influence of drugs and alcohol. RAAP is the only program of its kind in Queensland with its centrepiece being a confronting and graphic demonstration where firefighters showcased the heavy equipment and Jaws of Life they use daily to free trapped and injured people from wrecked cars. Students also watched a RACQ docudrama and slideshows, had discussions and the chance to

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take part in a role play exercise designed to make them think about their actions if confronted with difficult circumstances such as, being pressured into getting into a car driven by someone they are aware is intoxicated. Queenslanders aged 17 - 24 make up 11% of the population and account for 27% of road fatalities with 500 young Australians killed in road accidents every year and 7,000 hospitalised. These statistics only indicate deaths not physical and mental injuries. The day culminated with an address from Senior Constable Stephanie Young from Cairns Forensic Crash Unit who highlighted just how valuable each student is and the importance of making good choices when it comes to operating motor vehicles.

Students are confronted with a realistic vehicle crash and watch on as emergency personnel attend to victims at the scene

Emergency responders on the scene of the mock crash scenario work to free the victims from the vehicle

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Tully Netball - the View’s Pretty Good From up Here JONETTE WRIGHT TULLY Netball has continued to develop with an action-packed 2019 that saw the Association successfully reach many of its goals. The Association was successful in obtaining funding to purchase and install lights for two outdoor courts at the Tully State High School (TSHS) through the ‘Get Playing Places and Spaces Program’ administered by the Department of Housing and Public Works. A big thank you to Jenny Crema for her efforts in preparing our funding submission. This is a fantastic result and a good example of how partnerships can work to achieve great things. Also, the good working relationship between the High School and Tully Netball has resulted in the Association now having a place to call “home”. All our games can now be played at the one venue. Another good result. President, Jonette Wright’s main focus this year was on providing opportunities for players to improve their practical skills through coach and umpire training, and

of course player development. Players participated in clinics and carnivals organised by the Kenfrost Marlin Coast Regional Netball Academy and were fortunate enough to have rubbed shoulders with and been mentored by a couple of netball greats in Vicki Wilson (former Diamonds player) and Jill McIntosh (Member of Netball Australia’s Hall of Fame). One of Jonette’s personal favourite netball accomplishments during the year was establishing a relationship with the newly formed Northern Rays, our Northern regional team competing as part of the Sapphire/Ruby Series. It has been a long time since FNQ had a team at this level of competition. As the Northern Rays players are scattered between Cairns and Townsville, the opportunity for the team to train in Tully lead to opportunities for our coaches to observe a higher level of training, led by the Northern Rays coach Jillian Joyce. Jillian also offered our coaches personalised Coaching Clinics, and in turn Tully Netball extended invitations to other Regional Associations to participate. Players from all

Associations were also invited to attend Player Development Clinics mentored by Jillian. Tully Netball also hosted the Northern Rays’ first pre- match game against the Cairns Marlins which was an exciting and fast paced game. What is also exciting is that it demonstrates to our young netballers that you don’t have to move to Brisbane to play netball at these heights. There is a way if you want to rise up to the challenge. Tully Netball was strongly represented throughout the year, with players attending up to 10 carnivals from Club, Representative and School events. The Association has had some good wins, both on and off the court and continues to attract players from across the age spectrum. Tully Netball is fortunate to have such wonderful sponsors, including Costa Bananas, KLP Taxation, Tully Sugar, Mt Tyson Hotel, Island Coast

Motors, Tully Live Life Pharmacy, Komatsu Forklifts and Conus Business Consultancy Services. We also have a band of dedicated volunteers in our Tully Netball Family. Thank you all, your support is appreciated.

Tully Netball held two planning meetings in November, which has resulted in some changes to divisions for 2020. The AGM is scheduled to be held at the Tully Mulit-Purpose Centre on Monday, February 3 at

5:00pm where all Committee positions will be declared vacant. Sign-on for Tully Netball Association will be held at Tully Multi-Purpose Centre on February 10 and 17, with players from 6 years to Masters

welcome. Online player registrations will be available from 01/02/2020 @ http:// www.tully.qld.netball. com.au

Under 12 Innisfail Vikings Rugby Union Team Do Town Proud in Cairns Competition

ting their kids to training twice weekly in Innisfail, followed by a Friday trip to Jones Park in Cairns to play. Innisfail hasn't had a junior rugby club for some time, so Dryden was keen to see the Vikings come back. “My son, Finn has a passion for rugby, and last year we saw a great show of talent coming through from other codes around town,” he said, “so I decided to put some effort in Chris Lowrey (coach), Innisfail Vikings Under 12 players: Jordan Mauloni, Braith Clubb, Tye Taputoa, Zion Bull, Aiden O’Brien, Josh Lowrey, Riley Wells, to getting a team Ryan Millard, Ayden Edgerton, Oliver Nutting, Smith Matthew, Jarrod Spinella, Gabrielle Richardson, Kai Cooper, Jack Calleja, Finn Dryden, Bart Dryden together, and it’s (coach) and Adrian Zafer (coach) been a great outcome.” December 14 Innisfail tic season of growth, with Cairns Wanderers was the Not only did the boys learn teams throughout the seaWith the combination of boys combined forces with many of the players expe- game of the season. Their to play the game with con- son, and a sign that they a Cairns Northern Beach- riencing the football code success with a final score fidence and skill, they were enjoying the game, the two teams, they beof 33-26, was a clear in- gelled well together as a win or lose,” said Low- came fondly known as the es Rugby Union Club to for the very first time. clash with JCU Mariners Coaches Chris Lowrey dication of how far our team and their application rey. “They demonstrated ‘Mudkings.’ in the grand final of the and Bart Dryden were im- guys had come. Only four of good sportsmanship, focus and commitment Russell Todd of FNQ RugU12s FNQ Rugby compe- pressed with how the boys of them had played rugby discipline and respect was during training, especial- by, said it was great to see ly towards the end of the promise and talent from had developed their game, before with the remaining evident. tition in Cairns. Innisfail and have them Although they didn't come both as a team and as in- 10 not even knowing the “Back slaps and high fives season.” away with a win, the dividuals. Lowrey said, rules at the beginning of were a regular occurrence The boys’ parents also participate in the competibetween the lads and other showed commitment, get- tion.“We hope to continue ‘Mudkings’ had a fantas- “The semi final against the season.

to build participation of girls and boys of all age groups from around the region in the FNQ Rugby competition.” A number of U10 boys from Innisfail also combined with the Mudcrabs club this season where they showed plenty of talent and enthusiasm. The Innisfail Vikings will be seeking to grow the junior club in the coming years. FNQ Rugby are continuing with a 10s competition in first term of 2020. “We’ve yet to work out teams, so it’d be great to get some more new faces to grab this opportunity and have a go at the game of rugby,” said Dryden. For further information, please contact Innisfail Vikings Manager Kathryn Dryden via kathrynd2607@gmail.com or call Bart on 0400 705 830 and for clinics and upcoming rugby announcements in 2020, follow FNQ Rugby Facebook page.

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GOLF NEWS Tully Golf GOLF has returned to the Tully Country Club in 2020 with members playing last Saturday in a club sponsored single stableford event. There were over 20 members who tamed the north Queensland summer heat to enjoy a great day’s golfing, none more so than Maurie Smith, who carded a wonderful round of 42 points. Mike Kennedy finished second on the day with 40 points, with Jon McKenzie rounding out the placings with a good score of 38 points. The nearest the pins for the day were won by Mike Kennedy, Kim Milini and Betty Favier.

Cardwell Golf Club DECEMBER 22 FOUR ladies took to the golf course for the Ladies’ Thursday competition which was won by Vicki Mott (39). NTP Christine Taylor and approach shot Senza Lazarus. Thursday’s 13-hole Sporters was won by Jackie Olditch (31), with Geoff Reading (30) second on a countback from Kev Martin (30), and the rundown going to Kev Brown, Phil Wyatt and Vicki Mott all with 29 points. NTPs were Phil Wyatt, Phil Pentecost and Rowly Mott. Saturday’s 4BBB was won by Peter Topen/Keith Hoare (49) followed by Rowly Mott/Terry Moss (48) in second place, with the rundown going to Brian Wishart/Kevin Brown (46) and Kev Martin/Phil Wyatt (45). NTPs were Phil Wyatt and Keith Hoare, one each, and Peter Topen taking 2 of the pins. Thursday, Boxing Day, no Ladies competition, only Sporters. Saturday was a stableford. DECEMBER 28 THURSDAY’S 13-hole Sporters was won by Kevin Brown (32) on a countback from Keith Hoare (32) and Ian Ingram (32) followed by Jackie Olditch (30). NTPs were Ian Ingram, Kevin Brown and Lee Osmond with 2 pins. Saturday’s Stableford was won by Hugh Henry (44) followed by Ian Ingram (40), Peter Topen (38) and Brian Wishart (37). NTPs went to Ian Ingram, Hugh Henry and Kevin Brown. JANUARY 7 LADIES’ Thursday was won by Jackie Olditch (34) with NTP going to Jackie and the approach shot to Vicki Mott. Thursday’s 12-hole Sporters was won by Ian Burchell (31) with Ian Ingram (27) second on a C/B from Phil Pentecost (27) in third and the rundown going to Brian Wishart also (27), Peter Topen (27) and Kevin Brown (26). NTPs were Phil Pentecost, Ian Burchell and Kev Martin. Saturday’s Stableford was won by Greg Dearlove (41) followed by Giff Pershouse (40), Mark Sheahan (39) in third place on a countback from the rundown of Brian Wishart (39) and Hugh Henry (36). NTPs went to Geoff Reading, Terry Moss, Greg Dearlove and Bruce Dodds. JANUARY 11 LADIES’ Thursday was won by Sneza Lazarus (34) with NTP going to Sneza and the approach shot to Jackie Olditch.

Thursday’s 12-hole Sporters was won by Giff Pershouse (30), with Geoff Reading (29) second on a countback from Kev Martin (29), Kevin Brown (29), followed by Len White, Sneza Lazarus and Dave Lee all on 28 points. NTPs were Rowly Mott, Greg Smith and Kev Martin. Saturday’s Stableford was won by Angela Dearlove (40), with Terry Moss (39) in second on a countback from Phil Pentecost in third. The rundown went to Bert Pajonk, Geoff Reading and Len White all on 37 points. NTPs went to Peter Topen, Bert Pajonk, Rowly Mott and Terry Moss. This Thursday, Ladies play a Stableford. Register at 9.00am followed by Sporters, register by 12.45pm. Saturday is a stableford. Register by 10.30am. On Sunday 26th January, Australia Day, the Teitzel IGA sponsored Ambrose is on – see the Cardwell Golf Club website or Facebook page for details.

Innisfail Golf GREAT to see rain around our region and hats off to the players that are competing for the golf prizes during the down pours. Our 3G Network have our course looking in great condition, but they will need some extra hands on the mowers to keep up with the growth of fairways & greens. So, if you can spare some time Contact Des & he’ll show you the ropes. Wednesday Allsporters Comp (Tee off times 12:00pm & 3:00pm) A great day to play & welcome the New Year 2020. John Lombardi was hard to beat with 24 points! 1st - J Lombardi 24pts 2nd - G Johnston 19pts NTP - L Peters Friday Comp (Tee off times 12:00pm & 3:00pm) The weather held off for the Friday crew & the scoring was pretty hard for the guys! Jake Cockle just got over the line for the win. 1st - J Cockle 18pts 2nd - J Ferguson 16pts NTP - J Cockle Saturday - Golf World Monthly Medal We had 20 players brave the conditions for the Monthly Medal. When the blues skies were around on Friday, we hoped that maybe the weather might be good for Saturday. Players needed some wet weather gear to get through the golf in each session. The morning groups had a storm come across and had to evacuate the golf course for around 40 minutes until it was all clear. Luckily, this was at half time, so they could wait for the lightening to pass. Jake Cockle & Simon Williams were tied on 71 nett and Bryce Hoad held his nerve to post 70 nett and hold the clubhouse lead. The afternoon groups had some nice sunshine mixed with some heavy downpours. Three groups ventured out in the afternoon, hoping to better Bryce’s score. There were two people that shone in the wet conditions. Dan Carter shot a PB round and would have taken out the medal, if he’d paid his membership! Des Hensler knew how important the last putt was on 18. After studying the break, Des sank his 25-footer to take the Longest Putt and take out the win! 1st – Des Hensler 69 nett 2nd - Bryce Hoad 70 nett NTP’s 1st & 10th - P Tattam 2nd & 11th – K Walsh 3rd & 12th – M Wilkinson 4th & 13th – I Saunderson

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SPORT 5th & 14th - S Todd 6th & 15th – J Cockle 7th & 16th – L Peters 8th & 17th - E Nest 9th & 18th – D Hensler Up Coming Events Wednesday Allsporters - 12:00pm & 3:00pm tee times Friday Comp - 12:00pm & 3:00pm tee times Saturday Comp - Vandeleur & Todd Solicitors - Stableford - Time sheet Happy New Year Members Welcome to 2020! The IGC Committee, Volunteers & Sponsors hope you had a fantastic Festive Season. We look forward to seeing you on the course in 2020! Great to see some rain in our region over the last two weeks, our course is looking a lot greener & I’m sure the farmers could use the drops as well. Wednesday Allsporters Comp (Tee off times 12:00pm & 3:00pm) 15 players for the All Sporters just before Xmas. Wed December 18 1st - V Smith 21pts c/b 2nd - J Abbott 21pts NTP - J Cockle Xmas Day Friday Comp (Tee off times 12:00pm & 3:00pm) Great to see the Friday crew getting out in the heat! Fri December 20 1st - N Jacobsen 18pts 2nd - I McDonald 17pts NTP - J Cockle Fri December 27 1st - G Lohnston 23pts 2nd - N Jacobsen 17pts NTP - N Jacobsen Barrier Reef Motel Members Day ~ Saturday December 14. Thank you to Glenn and Jo for a fantastic members day. This year’s event also included our juniors who teed off at 7:30am. The junior presentation took place before the adult members teed off. It was great for the adults to see how well our Juniors are progressing. 6-Holers 1st Sam Costello 2nd Callum Saunders 9-Holers 1st Keean Greven 2nd Jayden Hawkswell It was a different format to normal for the adults with a shotgun start and draw for partners playing American Foursomes. After playing the first 9 holes, everyone returned for a Christmas lunch prepared by the Barrier Reef Restaurant and a much-needed cool beverage. After the 18 holes were completed, we had the presentation for the competition winners and novelties. 1st P Greven & S Lyons 2nd V Smith & I Saundersen Thank you to Glenn and Jo for organising the day, the food and the prizes. Everyone is already talking about next year’s event. Sat 21/12 1st G Powell 2nd P Tattam Sat 28/12 1st J Lombardi 2nd J Edmonson Upcoming Events Wednesday Allsporters - 12:00pm & 3:00pm tee times Friday Comp - 12:00pm & 3:00pm tee times Saturday Comp - Cairns Golf World Monthly Medal - Time sheet

BOWLS TULLY

Butler St Wednesday 5.30pm register for 6pm start Sunday 12.30pm register for 1 pm start

SILKWOOD

185 Silkwood/Japoon Rd Wednesday 1pm register for 1.30pm start Friday 6pm Bare Foot Bowls & BBQ Sunday 1pm register for 1.30pm start

SOUTH JOHNSTONE Fleming Branch Rd Every 2nd Friday of the month at 6pm Sunday from 1pm

INNISFAIL

1 The Corso Wednesday Ladies Social 12pm – 5pm Thursday Men’s Social 12pm – 5pm Friday Bare Foot Bowls 3pm – Late Saturday Mixed Social 12pm – 5pm

GOLF TULLY

Pratt St Thursday 9 Hole Sporters from 12.30pm Saturday 18 Hole comp from 11am

CARDWELL

23 Gregory St Thursday Ladies 18 hole A.G Event Handicap required Register 9am Tee off 9.30am 9 Hole Sporters Stableford No Handicap required 10.30am _ 11 am Tee off Saturday 18 Hole Mens A.G handicap Register 10.30am Tee off 11am

EL ARISH

Bruce Highway Tuesday 18 Hole 12.30pm for 1pm Tee off Thursday 9 Hole 12.30 to 4pm Tee off Saturday 18 Hole 12.30pm for 1pm Tee off

INNISFAIL

2 Palmerston Dr Wednesday All Sports 12pm & 3pm tee off Friday Comp 12pm & 3pm Tee off Saturday Comp 7.30am & 12pm Tee off Sunday junior Comp from 8am

BRIDGE TULLY

Behind Bowls Club 1 Coronation Dr Monday & Friday at 12.45pm

DARTS TULLY

Bowls Club Tuesday’s 7pm

CLAY SHOOTING SILKWOOD

Japoon Rd Practice every Saturday 9am – 12pm Every 2nd Saturday 9am – 3pm Comp 1st Saturday of every month

NETBALL TULLY

Igloo Mondays Under 12’s 4.30pm – 5.30pm MPC/Igloo DIV 3 5.20pm – 6.10pm & 6.10pm – 7pm DIV 1&2 6.10pm – 7pm & 7pm – 7.50pm

TENNIS TULLY

Behind Show Grounds B Grade Tuesday Night 7pm A Grade Thursday Night 6.30pm for 6.40pm start Thursday Mornings Ladies 8.15am for a 8.30am start

FOOTBALL TULLY

Show Grounds Training Tuesday & Thursday 6pm

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We have had a very good holiday season with anyone that is half keen getting a chance to head out for a fish or a dive. Out wide around the reef shallows there has been reasonable catches of reef species such as Coral Trout, and Red Throat. Fishing the shallows (under 30 metres) has not been fantastic but fairly consistent; this is to be expected as the water gets very hot this time of year, and the fishing drops off from the highs of late spring and early summer. Reef fishing will start to return to its best as the water cools around Easter. There has been some fantastic catches of Nannygai and the occasional Red Emperor from the deep water shale patches between the shipping chan-

nel and the edge of the continental shelf. Boats are starting to look for their own secret wonky holes and shale patches and the size of the fish coming from these newly found areas has been very impressive. Just remember that these spots are fragile, so forget bag limits just take enough for your immediate needs and then go and look for a new spot. In my opinion we still have very generous bag limits. Sharks, as normal, have been a massive problem. Hopefully, someone will come up with a workable shark shield. The government doesn`t seem willing to do anything about the explosion of Bull Shark numbers around popular fishing spots. Too hot a potato, with the general public being told sharks are in decline. Anyone that gets out there knows that this is a furphy, it certain-

ly doesn`t apply to Bull sharks. The fishing in close has been fairly good. With the brief opening of the Clump point boat ramp, boats have had easy access to the northern section of Mission Beach for the first time in months. There have been some great catches of just legal Nannygai along with Grass Sweet Lip and some nice Gold Spot Cod. For some reason the Fingermark numbers have been down a little, probably due to a lack of available live baits. Hopefully bait availability will improve as a result of the recent rain. There have been some schools of bait around the islands (Frog Moth Pilchards or similar) however a keen fishing mate was unable to find fish feeding on them, the Grey Mackerel seem to have moved on. The countdown has started for the opening of the

Barra season, with only two weeks to go (1st of February). At this stage it seems to me that there are reasonable numbers of Barra around. Once the wet starts, things will improve dramatically. We are starting to see the jelly prawns turning up around the edges of the creeks and in the mouth of the drains. Barra can`t resist these juvenile prawns, they are a very easy meal. The reasonably clean water of late is ideal for chasing Mangrove Jacks, and good numbers have been caught both in the coastal creeks and in the Hinchinbrook Channel. The better Jack fishing was last week on the building tides, once the tides got too big (over the weekend) the catches dropped off. I had a sensational day down the Channel on the Jacks: it was a little hard to find them but once found, we had a great session. There is still good num-

bers of Bream and Flathead in the creeks. The rain has only had a small effect on the fishing in the headwaters of the Tully, with plenty of Sooty Grunter and Jungle Perch being caught over recent days. The wind forecast for this weekend is ideal with the northerly winds dropping away on Friday leaving us with light winds on Saturday and Sunday. Let’s hope the forecasters have it right. The tides are ideal with making tides which will suit fishing the estuaries or the reefs. If fishing the estuaries, I would fish either side of the midday low tide. Either side of the early morning or evening high would suit those wishing to chase Grunter or Fingermark.

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Bowls NEWS Innisfail Bowls Club Celebrate Achievements at Awards Presentation January

A Grade Singles championship winWinners of the Mixed Pairs championship Jan and George Edgerton and Sam Pagano was the winner of the ner Malcolm Bright with Innisfail runners up John Fossey and Pam Anderson Consistency Singles championship Bowls Club President Alf Strano MARIA GIRGENTI colm Bright; Runner Up: Steve Howe and David ton were the winners of throughout the year. Gordon Goes; B Grade: Leach; Runners Up: Ian the Championship Mixed Bowlers continue to enjoy INNISFAIL Bowls Club Winner: Cieran Smith; Humphreys, Lou Fedalto Pairs with John Fossey the game socially, and Inncelebrated a number of in- Runner Up: Sam Micale and Mat Achello. and Pam Anderson as runisfail is one of the teams dividual and team achieve- and C Grade: Winner: Mal Championship Fours: ners up. ments throughout 2019 at Clifford; Runner Up: Greg Winners: Terry Curran, Consistency Singles: Win- who are currently comtheir annual awards pres- MacDonald. Peter Broccardo, Graham ner: Sam Pagano; Runner peting in the Ivan Granich entation held recently at Championship Pairs: Win- Anderson and Roy Magu- Up: George Edgerton Shield and will also play in the club. ners: Tony Burns and Sam ire; Runners Up: Mat The recipient of the Bar- the Sam Rinaudo Shield, Trophy and badge recipi- Pagano; Runners Up: Lou Achello, Shane Dunne, ry Wallis Encouragement ents were as follows: Fedalto and Gordon Goes. Mike Roots and Ian Hum- Award was David Cook which will be played over A Grade Championship Championship Triples: phreys. who showed great im- the Australia Day weekSingles: Winner: Mal- Winners: John Fossey, George and Jan Edger- provement in his game end.

Innisfail Men’s Bowls

DECEMBER 22, 2019 Tuesday twilight bowls saw 14 bowlers participate and winners were: G. Edgerton, J. Dunn and J. O’Brien. Hope to see continued interest and support for these games next year. Thursday social bowls winners were: S. Dells Posa, S. Pagano and W. Hoskins. JAN 5, 2020 Happy New Year to all. Thursday bowls saw T. Clark, J. Spilbury, P. Broccardo and D. Leach win the new year opening game. Hope to see more bowlers this week. Nominations for the club 2020 singles, pairs and triples close this week. Forms are on the notice board. Innisfail had a good win against Silkwood

in the first round of the Ivan Granich Shield on Saturday at Gordonvale. Jan 12, 2020 Thursday saw 24 bowlers on the green playing Social Triples. Winners were A. Strano, M. Elliott and J. Fossey. Runners-up J. Sprilbury, S. Clark and Wazza. The Ivan Granich teams travelled to Silkwood on Saturday and came home with two good wins against Tully. Congratulations. Hoping to see more bowlers on Thursday and Tuesday Twilight Bowls.

South Johnstone Bowls

Thursday 16 1:31 am 2.31m 7:29 am 1.35m 2:13 pm 3m 9:16 pm 1.32m Friday 17 3:09 am 2.35m 9:12 am 1.53m 3:33 pm 2.86m 10:35 pm 1.15m Saturday 18 4:47 am 2.58m 10:52 am 1.53m 4:47 pm 2.8m 11:34 pm 0.95m Sunday 19 5:59 am 2.9m 12:06 pm 1.42m 5:49 pm 2.79m Monday 20 12:22 am 0.77m 6:54 am 3.19m 1:02 pm 1.29m 6:39 pm 2.78m Tuesday 21 1:04 am 0.63m 7:40 am 3.4m 1:48 pm 1.19m 7:23 pm 2.78m Wednesday 22 1:41 am 0.55m 8:20 am 3.54m 2:26 pm 1.14m 8:03 pm 2.77m

SATURDAY January 4 saw the first round of the Ivan Granich Shield held in Gordonvale. South Johnstone defeated Tully in their opening match of the comp. Saturday January 11, South Johnstone travelled to Silkwood for the second round of the Ivan Granich Shield where they picked up a two-rink win against Babinda. This Saturday, January 18, round three is being held in Tully and the team for South Johnstone is K Deegan, T Edgerton, F Caltabiano, T Burns, M Roots, J O’Brien, S McInernay and A Hanson. Social bowls on every Sunday at the South Johnstone Bowls Club with cards called at 1:00pm with a 1:30pm start. Cost is $10 with smoko and bowls provided. Nomination for all Men’s Champions of Champions grades are being taken. If you want to play, please put your name on the notice board at the club or contact Tim. Please hurry as nominations will be closing soon.

Tully Bridge Results Monday Jan 6

Sandy Mollenhagen/Sandy Raiti Dianne Spearman/Jan Pease Margaret Pease/Korma Byrne

Friday Jan 10

Korma Byrne/Sandy Mollenhagen Kath McGowan/Anne McLean Equal 3rd - Rosemay Cox/Jeanette Evans = Sandy Raiti/Jan Pease

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Maifredi captained the world title winning Australian team in 2001 SEAN DENT GRAHAM Maifredi, former world champion in white-water rafting, has been nominated in this year’s Australia Day Awards for the Cassowary Coast. Newly announced Mayoral candidate, Mark Nolan said the region had many achievers that were eligible to be nominated

for this year’s Australia Day Awards. “The list of our past winners represents an amazing range of talented people and wonderful citizens,” he said. Maifredi, 51, from Euramo, is a great example of that. On the rafting front, he has been a tireless advocate for the sport, and this year helped bring the rafting world championship

to Australia, a first for the event. This achievement was years in the making, and did not come easy, but Maifredi never stopped working toward his goal. However, nobody who knows Maifredi can pigeon-hole him as “just a rafting guy.” In fact, spend a bit of time talking to people around him, and you’ll learn that he personally did

not gain financially in any way from the event, and there was even light-hearted banter about him being prepared to mortgage his cane farm to pay for the event if it came to that. The reason is simple, Maifredi is a community guy. He was born and raised in Tully, still lives here, and represents the very best of the spirit of this

region. When we bumped into him at the St Clare’s annual fete last September, he said he goes every year to support his old school. If you see Maifredi in the street, he will always make time to chat. When we covered the Tame the Tully World Rafting Championships last May, it was near impossible to find someone from any of

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the teams who didn’t know Maifredi. In short, he’s a legend in the sport and in the community. The International Rafting Federation held the World Rafting Championships on the Tully River in May, bringing together 350 competitors in 49 teams from 19 countries. Maifredi also volunteered as the event director to help ensure the championships were a success, putting in 16-hour days: down on the river for the events, then up at the showgrounds to marshal the ceremonies. His rafting achievements cap over 30 years in the sport, in which he has been a competitor, judge, trainer of instructors, and international official to

help steer the growth of white-water rafting in Australia and overseas. Additionally, Maifredi has not only competed at the highest levels, being Captain of the world title-winning Australian team in 2001, he also has coached others to victory as well. Last year Maifredi helped the Australian U23 team to a bronze-medal at the world championship slalom event and a fourthplace finish in the competition overall. (That same team will be competing in China at this year’s U23 event, some of them still being only 19, suggesting a great future for Australia men’s’ rafting.) Maifredi has been nominated for Service to North Queensland Sport. The Panel met yesterday, but the results have been embargoed until the award ceremony on Australia Day. The event will be held at Tully High School’s MPC. When asked was he looking forward to a possible huge recognition, Maifredi said he won’t be there that weekend. “I’m not one for standing in front of the cameras, and that weekend I’ll be in New Zealand helping the people there with an event.” That probably sums up the man better than anything else.