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WEATHER Tomorrow - Saturday Ingham Possible Shower 19 - 29 Cardwell Possible shower 19 - 27 Tully Possible shower 18 - 26 Mission Beach Possible shower 21 - 25 Innisfail Possible Shower 20 - 27 Tomorrow - Sunday Ingham Partly cloudy 19 - 29 Cardwell Partly cloudy 19 - 27 Tully Possible shower 18 - 27 Mission Beach Possible shower 19 - 26 Innisfail Possible shower 20 - 27

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Traffic lights for Babinda, Yay or Nay? DAVID GARDINER A Babinda man has vowed to get to the bottom of a decision by the state department of transport and main roads, for the installation of traffic lights and major upgrade of the intersection of the Bruce Highway and Munro Street. The department has decided to go ahead with the $3.8-million project, despite offering no details of recent evidence or accident statistics that the lights are needed and would improve safety at the intersection. Local man Chris Wiles said he has attempted to get as much information as possible about the reason for the decision, made in 2019, but responses from TMR have been inadequate in his view. Wiles said if TMR can prove convincingly the need to improve safety by installing lights, or that a great majority of residents and businesses want the changes, then “I will pull my head in.” TMR said it had based its decision about the upgrade and traffic lights on a safety audit which identified the intersection as “a high risk for serious crashes,” adding that over the last 10 years there have been 10 crashes, including three fatalities at the intersection. Also, a spokesperson for the department said, “we are undertaking extensive consultation with the community and Cairns Regional Council,” which had already included a mailout to all Babinda residents and businesses, a public information display and posts on Babinda Task-

force Facebook page. “A safety audit of the new works will be undertaken during the upgrade’s design,” the spokesperson said.

But Wiles said the statistics he received from TMR are vague and do not specify details of incidents, nor do they appear to take into account the slowing of the Bruce Highway speed limit booths sides of the Babinda turnoff from 80k to 60k in recent years. He said TMR should also make the results of the survey and consultation, conducted in early 2018, public. “They say they’ve done community consultation and I did visit them while they were down here at their stand,” Wiles said. “But they’re not showing us any data around that consultation, they’re just saying that it’s a majority of respondents.” Babinda newsagency owner Rodney Edwards said what’s clear is that the TMR needs to do another safety audit, based on recent years, and after the 60k speed limit on the Bruce Highway was introduced about 10 years ago. “It needs to be re-audited because circumstances have changed,” Edwards said. “There have been very minor incidents since and reacting by just putting lights in, to me was very evident of lack of research. The big thing is, there’ve been no major crashes (recently), there are always going to be minor incidents.” Member for Hill Shane Knuth said he became aware of the intersection upgrade after the previous

state member had lobbied and announced the funding. Knuth said Babinda was previously part of the Mulgrave electorate before the redistribution of boundaries in the last state election. Funded by both the state and federal governments, the Transport & Main Roads department plans to go ahead with the Babinda intersection upgrade, with stage one including widening and resurfacing works on the Highway as well as turning lanes on Howard Kennedy Drive - starting in early 2021. Works will also include new line marking, provision for bike riders, additional signs, an additional guardrail, vehicle activated warning signs, replacement of some lighting and, installation of footings and electrical conduits for the traffic signals. Pedestrian access will remain unchanged and temporary kerbing will be in place on Howard Kennedy Drive to prevent access to the new turning lanes until the traffic signals are installed. Stage two, including the installation of traffic signals, is expected to start in mid-2022 after completion of works on nearby Queensland Rail infrastructure. In the meantime, Chris Wiles plans to keep seeking answers. “It just seems like TMR has made a decision and they're going to do what they’re going to do, and it’s $3.8 million quoted, that could be better spent doing other things.”

Chris Wiles near the Babinda intersection, planned for a major upgrade including traffic lights

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and dates changed to September due to COVID-19. Most other dance competitions have been cancelled in 2020, so this is the only major dance competition running for nine consecutive days north of the Sunshine Coast. Classical and demi-character, waltz and speed tap, jazz, hip hop, acro, national, modern - contemporary and slow lyrical, song, soft shoe, as well as song, tap and musical theatre/cabaret solos, duos and trios will be performed with competitors from a wide range of age groups. There are three daily session times starting at 8.30am, 1.30pm and 6.30pm and results will be posted daily on the IDBDS website: www.idbds.com.au. Further information and updates can also be found by visiting Innisfail & District Ballet & Dance Society Facebook page.

Queensland Schools Competition GET Ready Queensland Schools Competition (7 September to 6 November) will give Queensland schools the chance to win a visit from Johnathan Thurston as part of a Get Ready Queensland competition that is designed to help children prepare for disasters. Students can choose to learn about preparing a household emergency plan, packing an emergency kit, removing hazards from the yard and more. Each topic is guided by an activity sheet available to download from the Get Ready Queensland website for students to colour in and personalise. The schools competition is open to students of all ages and can provide curriculum links to Health and Physical Education, and Humanities and Social Sciences’. A curriculum guide for years three and four is available on the competition website.

Hinchinbrook Birdlife Art Awards

Art Gallery CONGRATULATIONS to Heather Byrne, the winner of the People’s Choice Award at the Fifth Hinchinbrook Birdlife Art Awards. Heather’s artwork “Mirrored Perfection” #47 is a pastel drawing of a Pee-Wee, also known as a “Magpie-Lark” (not a Willy Wag Tail), reflected in the water while drinking at a water hole. The Fifth Hinchinbrook Birdlife Art Awards exhibition has now closed. The John Coburn Gallery is currently exhibiting Kevin McNamara’s “Fun with Timber”. Mr McNamara a self taught craftsman, has generously donated his piece called ‘Ingham, Lannercost Street’ in Milky Pine. This piece will now become part of the Council’s Public Art Collection. The Niche Gallery is exhibiting six donated works from Council’s Public Art Collection, by famous local artist John Coburn. Both exhibitions will remain on display until 16 October 2020.

Bramston Beach boat ramp walkway to be completed this year A new walkway alongside the recently completed, relocated boat ramp at Bramston Beach is scheduled to be finalised later this year. Costing $600,000 in total, the single-lane boat ramp and timber raised walkway will allow easier access to the mouth of Joyce Creek, at the south end of Bramston Beach. It is being funded by the state government under its Marine Infrastructure Program. The boat ramp was completed in late July, 2020, and is temporarily open to the public pending completion of the walkway, due to be finished and ready for use by October or November.

Cassowary Coast starts coconut cull CASSOWARY Coast Regional Council has begun its annual coconut de-nutting program in Council controlled public parks, walking tracks and beach accesses to protect the community and visitors from falling

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Coconut de-nutting contractor Andrew Mason coconuts. Mayor Mark Nolan said while the coconut tree is a much loved and iconic feature of the region’s skyline many people are unaware falling coconuts can pose a serious danger to passers-by. “Council takes this potential risk to our community very seriously and while we endeavour to make our way through the region to remove the coconuts it’s up to the individual to take caution of the risk they pose,” said Mayor Nolan. “If you’re looking for a place to sit under a coconut tree, take a moment to look up and assess whether it’s safe to do so.” Throughout the program Council will also be undertaking tree inspections to determine their health and the potential risk certain trees may pose to the public in high use areas. The program is expected to be completed by the end of November, weather permitting.

Innisfail & District Ballet & Dance Society dance comp THE 37th annual Innisfail & District Ballet & Dance Society competition has been given the green light and will run at Innisfail Shire Hall for nine days starting at 6.30pm, Friday, September 18 until the afternoon of Saturday, September 26. There is a COVID Safe Plan in place which means there are lots of major changes to how the event will be run and regulations to ensure this year’s competition can go ahead. Competitors, dance teachers, volunteers, parents and audience members are advised to read the program and familiarise themselves with all the changes, as well as regulations and guidelines to be followed. There will be limited numbers of people who can be in all areas of the Shire Hall at any one time and audience seating will also be limited. The annual competition is usually held in May and for the first time in 37 years, the event was postponed

HINCHINBROOK Shire Council has congratulated Heather Byrne, the winner of the People’s Choice Award at the Fifth Hinchinbrook Birdlife Art Awards. Heather’s artwork ‘Mirrored Perfection’ #47 is a pastel drawing of a Pee-Wee, also known as a ‘Magpie-Lark’ (not a Willy Wag Tail), reflected in the water while drinking at a water hole. The Art Awards exhibition has now closed. The John Coburn Gallery, Ingham, is currently exhibiting Kevin McNamara’s ‘Fun with Timber’. McNamara, a self-taught craftsman, has generously donated his piece called ‘Ingham, Lannercost Street’ in Milky Pine. This piece will now become part of the Council’s Public Art Collection. The Niche Gallery is exhibiting six donated works from Council’s Public Art Collection, by famous local artist John Coburn. Both exhibitions will remain on display until 16 October 2020.

Win a visit from JT GET Ready Queensland Schools Competition (September 7 to November 6, 2020) will give Queensland schools the chance to win a visit from Johnathan Thurston as part of a Get Ready Queensland competition designed to help children prepare for disasters. Students can choose to learn about preparing a household emergency plan, packing an emergency kit, removing hazards from the yard and more. Each topic is guided by an activity sheet available to download from the Get Ready Queensland website for students to colour in and personalise. The schools competition is open to students of all ages and can provide curriculum links to Health and Physical Education, and Humanities and Social Sciences. A curriculum guide for years three and four is available on the competition website.

Roadworks DISTRICT Roadworks Update Work commenced on Mount Fox Road yesterday as part of the Landslides Remediation works. Please be reminded to be especially observant of changes to road conditions, speed signs and works crews in the area. Any changes to traffic conditions will be advertised prior to commencement.

Latest RADF round open

The new boat ramp, with yet to be completed walkway

REGIONAL Arts Development Fund public applications are now open for 2020-2021. Do you, or someone you know have a project idea that could contribute to Arts and Culture in the Hinchinbrook Shire? Applications for funding through Council’s Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) Program are open from Tuesday, September 15until Monday, October 12, 2020. RADF provides funding to successful applicants for up to 70 per cent of the total project cost. To find out more information and to download an application form please visit: https://www.hinchinbrookway.com. au/regional-art-gallery, contact the TYTO Regional Art Gallery via email, gallery@hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au, or phone 4776 4725. The Regional Arts Development Fund is a partnership between the Queensland Government and Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland.

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Innisfail Youth and Family Care receive $10k boost from CommBank staff

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INNISFAIL Youth and Family Care is the recipient of a $10,000 CommBank Staff Foundation Community Grant, with Innisfail branch and employees having nominated the organisation in recognition of the important support services it provides to vulnerable youth and families in the local community. The Foundation said the inspiring and far reaching impact of the work done by Innisfail Youth and Family Care was a crucial factor in the organisation receiving the grant. IYFC CEO Anita Laksa said they are extremely grateful to the CommBank Innisfail team for their nomination and support. "There is a great need for these support services and these funds will greatly assist us to continue delivering support to homeless, disadvantaged and vulnerable families in the community,” Laksa said. "This will enable us to purchase furniture for our crisis and domestic violence accommodation and provide these vital services to those who are struggling." “We’re proud to have our nomination approved and thrilled to be able to support organisations such as Innisfail Youth and Family Care as we have witnessed the important work they do supporting the vulnerable in our local community,” said CommBank Innisfail branch manager Margaret Milani. Since 1917, CommBank employees have been supporting Australian youth through their workplace giving program and community grants. Up until this year, the program has enabled over 200 grants to be awarded to youth-focused organisations across Australia each year. In 2020, the format was altered slightly and for the first time CommBank employees were the ones who nominated the organisations they were passionate about in their community, or those who

might be doing it tough due to the unprecedented pressure placed on them due to COVID-19. The grant focus was expanded beyond youth to include any registered charity and 205 grants of $10,000 were awarded to a wide range of community organisations. Innisfail Youth and Family Care is a community-based not-for-profit organisation providing support to children, young people, families and disadvantaged in times of crisis, when they are either abused, in or out of home, find themselves homeless or suffering with illnesses they find difficult to acknowl-

edge or seek assistance with.

The community-based organisation continues to provide nine programs Youth Shelter, Domestic Violence Support Service, Domestic Violence Crisis Housing, Long Term Community Housing, Crisis Accommodation for Families, Wet Tropics Community Housing, Youth Recreation and Support Centre and Youth Support program, Emergency Relief and the agent for Department of Housing and Public Works in Innisfail. IYFC DV Support Service delivers Domestic and Family Violence Educa-

tional and Awareness programs in the community with Women's Safety Circle and Men's Better Changes for our Future in collaboration with Mamu Health Service. The organisation continues to maintain a high standing within the local community, government and non-government sector which is viewed as not only professional but fair and by working in a collaborative and holistic way with care and compassion is focused on positive changes and outcomes for youth and families.

CommBank Innisfail branch manager Margaret Milani and staff members Tara Cook (Team Manager - Specialised Industries and Commercial Risk) and Naomi Terry were on hand to congratulate IYFC CEO Anita Laksa on receiving a $10,000 CommBank Staff Foundation Community Grant

Clean Up Day at Cowley Beach MANY hands made light work when locals and visitors recently pulled up their sleeves and chipped in to help at a Clean Up Day held at Cowley Beach. Stinger vinegar units provided and maintained by Cowley Beach Turtle Protection members and placed at strategic points from Liverpool Creek to Double Point were also checked and replenished in preparation for

“a lot of rubbish is deposited on the beach

Visitors staying at Cowley Beach Caravan Park with a stack of rubbish collected during Clean Up Day at Cowley Beach

the upcoming stinger season. Cowley has an open sea beach which means a lot of rubbish is deposited on the beach especially after big tides and high winds. Visitors staying at Cowley Beach Caravan Park made a significant contribution to the clean-up efforts and their help was very much appreciated by local residents who supplied the means to recover plastics, ropes, nets and other rubbish that accumulates on the beach.

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Let’s have a conversation SARI HYYTINEN I would really like to hear from the community via a letter to the editor regarding what type of news reporting you would like us here at the Wet Tropic Times to cover? More specifically, I am wondering what type of reporting we should do on accidents? Sadly, a lot of people (myself included) have had the terrible experiences of media companies misreporting on accidents and families feeling harassed by journalists to write a story when they are already going through tragic circumstances. I personally feel that when experiencing personal tragedy if a family does not want a story to be written on what occurred we should honor this and respect their wishes. Some people may wonder why the story did not make the newspaper, but I would rather honor the family than report their tragic event. I have noticed that some media organizations will write a story slanted towards a good person or a bad person rather than just objectively reporting on the facts. As a media organisation it is not my job to decide whether a person is good or bad and I feel that it is important to stay objective. When investigating a story it is easy to misunderstand what is being communicated, but when a story is actively written to be nothing more than an attention grabbing headline, and not what was actually occurring then this is not a good practice from our media companies.

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CONGRATULATIONS to the Tully Chamber Of Commerce for organising this great day. The town was alive! Just wonderful to see so many people after the doom and gloom we have all been having for the past few months. Frances Maloy QCWA Tully Branch President

A Big Thank You I would like to say Thank You to those kind people who assisted my wife after she had a fall on Tuesday, September 8, in Owen St. To come around the corner and see your partner of 53 years lying on the footpath with her face in a pool of blood is heart wrenching, but with the help of Merle, David and Rosemaree from Suncorp, the Ambulance bearers, the Hospital staff, Dentist Jay and his assistant together with friends and well wishers, Laurie is well on her way to recovery. My heartfelt thanks go to you all. Graham Smith Innisfail

Thank you, Queensland for supporting the Daffodil Day Appeal DEAR Editor, I am writing to thank Queenslanders for supporting this year’s Daffodil Day Appeal. The Daffodil is the international symbol of hope for all those affected by cancer. On average, one Queenslander is diagnosed with cancer every 20 minutes. Your support means we can be there for Queenslanders every minute, every hour and every day. All funds raised through the Daffodil Day Appeal will be reinvested into vital cancer research, looking into better treatment options and early detection methods to ensure no one faces cancer alone. Even though COVID-19 changed the way the Daffodil Day Appeal looked in 2020, we can’t thank Queenslanders enough for getting behind the campaign and raising much needed funds for cancer research. It’s our mission to reduce the burden of cancer and we are dedicated to ensuring that the 29,000 Queenslanders diagnosed with cancer each year have the best prospects of successfully treating and surviving their diagnosis. Since Daffodil Day started 34 years ago survival rates have drastically improved because of advances in cancer prevention, screening and treatment – an achievement all of us can be proud of. Despite this, there is still a long way to go and we will continue investing in research until we reach a cancer free future. Thank you for helping us spread hope this Daffodil Day Appeal - every donation made will save lives. Ms Chris McMillan CEO, Cancer Council Queensland

Spring into sun safe habits this Summer I am writing to remind Queenslanders to remain sun safe as we head into the warmer months. As you start to try new things and develop new hab-

its to get healthier, remember to be sun safe. As the weather warms up and the sun stays out for longer, it is more important than ever to stay sun safe. Queensland has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world. Each year, nearly 3900 Queenslanders are diagnosed with melanoma. Almost all skin cancers, including melanoma, are caused by over-exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun, meaning skin cancer is almost entirely preventable. A common misconception is that sun protection is only necessary when the temperature is high. But we need to think UV, not heat. Multiple forms of sun protection are required when the UV level reaches three and above. In Queensland, this is all year around. The free SunSmart app tells you when sun protection is recommended for your location. We need to adopt all five sun protective behaviours – Slip, Slop, Slap, Seek and Slide – to reduce our risk of skin cancer. Don’t wait until summer to protect your skin. When checking the weather pay attention to what the UV level is expected to be for the day. For more information on reducing your cancer risk, please visit cancerqld.org.au/cancer-prevention. For more information about skin cancer visit cancerqld.org. au/cancer-information. Ms Chris McMillan CEO Cancer Council Queensland

Hip hip hooray - it’s Marylyn Mayo lodge’s birthday! DEAR Editor, Cancer Council Queensland is celebrating a special milestone today – the 9th birthday of the Marylyn Mayo lodge in Cairns. Over the past nine years, the lodge has provided 2648 patients and their carers with 24,979 nights of accommodation. The Marylyn Mayo Lodge provide patients with a home-away-from-home, ensuring they’re not as severely impacted by the financial impacts of a cancer diagnosis. Equally important, patients at the lodge have access to support services and practical assistance, such as Cancer Counselling and peer support, underpinning quality of life. The Marylyn Mayo Lodge is one of six statewide regional patient lodges run by Cancer Council Queensland, with others in Townsville, Rockhampton, Toowoomba, South Brisbane and North Brisbane. Since 2011, the lodge has provided vital access to life-saving cancer treatment for regional Queenslanders, assisting people from all over the Far North region, with people coming from Torres Strait in the north, Cardwell in the South and out to the Northern Territory border. Patients staying at the lodge often travel from remote and regional areas of Queensland to access life-saving cancer treatment they wouldn’t otherwise receive. This vital facility allows patients to have the best possible chance of beating cancer and will contribute to improved survival rates long-term. Cancer Council Queensland is an independent, community-based charity, the achievements of which are made possible by the generosity of Queenslanders. More information about Cancer Council Queensland is available at www.cancerqld.org.au or via Cancer Council’s 13 11 20. Ms Chris McMillan CEO, Cancer Council Queensland

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Cardwell’s table tennis players serve it up to the local Council MAX TOMLINSON THE Cardwell table tennis saga continued this week with Cassowary Coast Regional Council officers getting a serve from the town’s frustrated players. The Wet Tropic Times reported last week the CCRC had asked the handful of elderly table tennis enthusiasts to pay $160 a week to use the Community Hall they had previously used for free. The publicity led to a compromise – they could use the hall for $15 a week. However, when Henry Ryagard, 85, went to the library on Tuesday as usual to pick up the key to the hall, the lady at the library said she knew nothing of the new arrangement and refused to hand over the key. “She told me to wait while she tried to contact the relevant Council officer Peter McBride without success,” Henry said. “I asked her for the Council number but she wouldn’t give it to me so I used my mobile to call Mr McBride and when

he was unavailable, I asked to speak to the Chief Executive Officer James Gott and then Mayor Mark Nolan without success.

– why not Cardwell?”

“Eventually, I got through to a lady at the Council who said she was aware of the new arrangement but she refused to speak to the lady at the library,” he said.

This was confirmed by Tully-based Councillor Barry Barnes who promised to look into the matter further.

“After about an hour, I was asked by the lady in the library to fill in a form, pay the $15 up front and lodge a $500 bond. “I was red in the face and started to think this lady is going to give me a heart attack. “After a while, she dropped the demand for a $500 bond and I got the key to the hall and we were able to enjoy a few games of table tennis,” he said. Sue Metcalfe said the CCRC was notoriously difficult to deal with. “Poor Henry was really upset when he went to pick up the key,” she said. “We have heard that groups are using Council community facilities in Tully and Innisfail without having to pay a fee

Lions Club ‘Children of Courage’ THE Children of Courage awards recognise a very special group of children and their families. The awards were established in 1989 and over 670 children have received an award. They are specially designed to recognise the courage and bravery shown by children every day. It is not a competition, and each recipient of an award is a “winner” in his or her own right, as the recognition of young people’s achievements will: - Act as an encouragement for their future; - Help them to believe in themselves; - Help to increase their self-worth. The child must be between the ages of five and 15 years. There are four categories for which a child may be nominated: - Special Needs; - Courageous Act or Deed; - Sibling recognition Award; - Inspiring sporting achievement. Jesse Lawrence was diagnosed at the age of eight with a very rare eye disease, Keratoconus. He is now 12 and waiting for a cornea transplant on his right eye. Tully Lions Club members had great pleasure in presenting Jesse his award on Monday 14th September.

Mr Ryagard said he believed the problem stemmed from a lack of communication within the Council.

“I told Sue Metcalfe (a member of the table tennis group) two weeks ago to talk to the relevant officers and was under the impression that the matter had

been resolved until the controversy blew up last week,” said Cr Barnes. “In hindsight, I suppose we could have let the group continue to use the hall for free until we sorted it all out. “In defence of the Council officers, they don’t get together on a regular basis,” he said. Henry Ryagard had the last word: “The whole Council needs to be shaken up.”

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A Painter’s Paradise “COCONUT Shores”, a new exhibition by local artist Jenn Payne will be shown at Mission Beach Community Arts Centre from 2 to 13 October 2020. On display will be Jenn’s tropical series, a collection of beaches, flora, fauna and people. Her style is unmistakable with vibrant colours, bold brushstrokes and a confident approach. These works capture the beautiful and unique coastal region of the far north. Jenn has a natural gift for observation and an ability to interpret her subject matter with creativity and freshness. Her paintings encourage us to pause and think about the tropical north and how Australian cultural imagery is grounded in bright tropical paintings. This is confirmed in the bursts of colour in Jenn’s works that typify Australian light, summer and lifestyle. Jenn Payne was born in Melbourne but fell in love with tropical Queensland tropics many years ago. Her love for painting and weaving began in 1982 after meeting two Australian major artisans, Noel Wood and Bruce Arthur on Bedarra Island. Settling in the Mission Beach mainland in 1985 she worked on a local tourist boat before earning

a Skipper’s ticket which deepened her respect for the ocean as well as marine life particularly fish and the Great Barrier Reef. She was one of the first lady captains in the North with a ship’s master of 24 metres. ‘I fell in love with boats and the sea so I bought my own small yacht and sailed around the islands on my days off. I present unique aspects in artwork which is a combination of both underwater scenes and land form.’ Jenn stated, ‘I photograph my own work and then I artistically interpret the beautiful essence of each scene. Painting is important to me and each work expresses the joy and spontaneity of tropical island and mainland life.’ Jenn opened her own private gallery in 2020 and buyers are invited to view her collection. She featured in the Australian Artist Magazine in 2010 and many of her works are held in private collections worldwide. The Mission Arts Centre at MARCS Park is open 10am till 2pm. For more information phone 40886116. Ms Payne is available for a further interview and contacted on 0418744679.

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Cassowary Coast Domestic and Family Violence Service (CCDFVS) Supporting women and children affected by domestic and family violence. If you or someone you know is currently experiencing, or has experienced domestic and family violence, support is available. The CCDFVS is able to provide:

Jenn Payne in her studio

• Adult and Child counselling • Case Management • Court Support • Crisis Intervention • General Support • Assistance with DFV orders • Safety Planning and Risk Assessments • Assistance with security upgrades • Advocacy • Information and • Referral services

Services are provided in Innisfail, Tully, Mission Beach and Cardwell. For more information or to see one of our Counsellors please call 4068 1004.

54 Bryant Street PO Box 212 Tully QLD 4854 Tel: 07 4068 1004 Fax: 07 4068 1620 Email: info@tullysupportcentre.com.au

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Action Packed Tully Faux Show SARI HYYTINEN THERE was lots of people on the streets of Tully last Saturday looking at the amazing displays the local businesses created for the Faux Show. Part of the entertainment were fundraisers for local schools and support services, window displays showcasing the history of the Tully show, children’s entertainments and raffle draws. It was exciting to see local businesses working together for the benefit of the broader community who missed out on the eighty-third edition of the Tully Show due to COVID-19. Results from the Raffle drawn at the Tully Faux Show on Saturday September 12. Chamber of Commerce Raffle: 1st Prize - Kindly donated by Commonwealth Bank Package : Won by Mark Oats 2nd Prize – Donated – Bag & Chocolates – Won by A.Roissetter Tully Friends of the Hospital Raffle – 1st Prize Donated – Box of Goodies – Won by The Isaac family Jake, Isabelle and Luke in front of Tully Tender Cut Butchers.

Some of the stalls on Butler street Tully.

Show Bag hosts Sophie and Jaime.

A beautiful flower display outside of Tully Showcase Jewellers.

Funny Face display outside Tully Raycare Family Pharmacy.

Banana display in the windows of Mackays Bananas.

Tully Queensland Country Womens Association (QCWA) display.

Ladies enjoying the creativity of the Tully Queensland Country Womens Association (QCWA)

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What to Look for in a First Aid Kit

DII DUNLOP WE hope both you and your loved ones are safe and well during what is a difficult time for our community. We are in unprecedented times, and have no template to follow for this experience, and still have no idea what the world will be like when this ends or when. Don’t forget that while we are concentrating on COVID-19, the same things are still around to bite us or hurt us and it is definitely not a time we would want to go to a hospital emergency department. If you have a first aid kit, now is the time to give it a going over and check it is ready to hit the road. An organised and properly stocked first aid kit can give you peace of mind in a medical emergency. A basic first aid kit checklist might include: • crepe bandages of varying widths • hypoallergenic (skin) tape • triangular bandages • adhesive dressing strips (such as band aids) in different sizes • gauze swabs • combine dressing pads (10cm x 10cm)

• non-stick dressing pads (7.5cm x 10cm) • sterile eye pad/eye wash • alcohol swabs • stainless steel scissors (sharp/blunt) 12.5cm • disposable gloves • stainless steel pointed splinter forceps (tweezers) • shock (thermal) blanket • safety pins • notepad and permanent marker • sterile saline tubes/sachets • disposable resuscitation face shield • antiseptic skin swabs • antiseptic cream • stop itch cream/spray to relieve insect bites or stings • thermometer – preferably digital • a pressure immobilisation bandage • first aid booklet Once you have assembled a basic first aid kit, you should customise it according to its intended use and for your personal requirements. By law First Aid Kits cannot include painkiller med-

ications such as paracetamol or ibuprofen so be sure to add a painkiller of your choice. A good antihistamine and Chlorine dioxide water-purification tablets is also advisable. • For the car or caravan — add a highly reflective (day/ night) safety triangle and vest as you may be near a road and traffic • For camping — add heavy crepe bandages, instant cold packs, disposable poncho, plastic bags, whistle, compass, torch and glow stick • For use on a boat — add a disposable poncho, plastic bags, whistle and glow stick. If you are boating in waters where marine stingers are present, include vinegar to pour over potential stings • For babies — add extra items such as a digital thermometer, basic pain reliever medications (such as paracetamol or ibuprofen) and plastic syringes for accurate dosing • For known medical conditions — add extra items, such as medicines and or equipment you normally use to manage the condition. So now you have gathered all of the items for your first aid kit, it’s time to buy a bag or container to keep them in. It doesn’t have to be expensive or designed especially for first aid supplies, but it should be: • large enough to contain all of the necessary items and organise them properly • identifiable as a first aid kit • made of material that protects the contents from dust, moisture and contamination • lightweight and compact, easy to access and not bulky so it doesn’t get buried under other gear. • nothing that will crack or rust Some optional extras are worth thinking about: • Braided nylon line • Whistle • Lighter • Waterproof matches • Tinder (for fire-starting) • Signal mirror • Personal locator beacon (PLB) It is important to keep your first aid kit in a safe, dry and accessible place, and make sure everyone in your family knows where it is. First aid kits for cars, caravans or boats should be secured so they don’t become projectiles. You must know how to use the items in your first aid kit before you need them, so it is advisable to read up on this before you leave on a trip. Being prepared could help you save a life.

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2020 MUSIC QUEST FEST – ‘BEST EVER’ GUESTS were very happy when Baden (Chappy) and Angela Chapman decided to go ahead with the 2020 Chappy’s Spiritual Music Quest on September 5th after initial uncertainty caused by Covid 19. For the past 14 years Baden and Angela have hosted a rock and roll music quiz at their home to raise funds for a good cause. The fun, private event has a dedicated band of followers, some of whom travel as far away as the Northern Territory and South Australia. This year has been claimed as the “best one ever”. Chappy in his traditional ‘ring master’s’ hat becomes his alter ego ‘the Quizmaster’ entertaining from his stage all afternoon. Keeping everyone on their toes, questions on rock music from the 60’s, and 70’s and 80’s are delivered by the ‘Quizmaster’ as fast paced as TV’s Julie Zamira’s Rock Quiz, testing the competitors’ knowledge. Guests either join a team of four or become a ‘rousta-bout’ helper. Teams vie for the top score answering questions in the ‘Quizmaster’s’ inimitable style. The quiz is interspersed with competitions, raffles and auctions all carried out with lots of laughter and frivolity. “We want to thank everyone involved” said Chappy, “Without the support from our roust-a-bout staff the show wouldn’t happen” Prizes and raffles, donated by sponsors from Cairns to Mission Beach are won during the day. Trophys are awarded for the best performances and to the team with the highest score. Hilarious highlights of the day include the mime and air guitar competitions. ‘The Gutta Boys’ team who travel from South Australia each year are the out front favourites and the team to beat. This year teams also included the ‘Blue Heros’ ‘Casso Warriors’ ‘Raging Revolutionaries’ , The Tree Huggers, ‘Good Vibrations’ and ‘Wait a Minute Chester’. With twelve months planning, the attention to detail is obvious from the days program of topics and questions, the design of T Shirts and trophy’s to the includ-

ed evening bar-b-que. The ‘Gutta Boys’ won again this year but cassowaries are the biggest winners through the generosity of this fun group of people lead by the colourful Chappy, the Quizmaster. For the past 7 years the funds raised from the day have been donated to Mission Beach Cassowaries. These funds have been used to help raise awareness of cassowaries and contribute to projects such as the famed Mission Beach School Kids roadside signs, the Mission Beach Community Cassowary Festival, and, most recently, developing local cassowary corridor mapping. Chappy sees cassowaries regularly when travelling on roads while working his garden maintenance business. “If you see a cassowary, please flash your lights to warn other drivers of a road hazard ahead” said Chappy . With their community always in their hearts, Chappy and Angela encourage their guests to go out while they are in Mission Beach to support and enjoy locally owned and operated businesses. “It’s a great day and wonderful to get so many people attending from intrastate and interstate which supports our local community ‘Chappy’ said. “Chappy and Angela are generous, community minded people, who make their ideas reality and have fun doing it”. said Mission Beach Cassowaries spokesperson Liz Gallie. “Their hard work has enabled our group to develop the ‘Mission Beach Naturally’ branding, letting people coming to our area know why it is so special, encouraging visitors to slow down and stay a little longer.” Next year’s event is already in the planning. Table numbers are limited so if you know your 60’s, 70’s and 80’s music, and would like to be part of the quiz fest being held on August 28th, 2021, call or email Chappy to find out more. 0418 898 940 quizmequick@iinet. net.au

All photos by Liz Gallie

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42 Campbell Street -

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44 Campbell Street -

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Lot 4 on SP230734 -

46 Campbell Street -

910m2

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48 Campbell Street -

902m2

Lot 7 on SP230734 -

15 Campbell Street -

916m2

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9 Gourley Street -

1141m2

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7 Gourley Street -

1164m2

Lot 37 on SP230734 -

5 Gourley Street -

1113m2

Lot 38 on SP230734 -

3 Gourley Street -

996m2

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1 Gourley Street -

1047m2

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2 Gourley Street -

1032m2

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4 Gourley Street -

922m2

Lot 42 on SP230734 -

6 Gourley Street -

1050m2

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8 Gourley Street -

1380m2

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20 Pease Street -

749m2

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46 Pease Street -

826m2

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6 Patane Court -

984m2

Located in the heart of the Cassowary Coast, you are spoilt for choice only mere minutes to countless walking trails through picturesque world heritage listed rainforests with hidden waterfalls, private swimming holes and the Great Barrier Reef. Within 30 minutes’ drive, you can be at the seaside in Mission Beach or at Cardwell. Tender documentation may be obtained from the LG Tenderbox System: https://lgtenderbox.com.au from 6:00am on Wednesday 9 September 2020. Tenders must be lodged at https://lgtenderbox.com.au by 10:00am on 5 October 2020 (‘the Closing Time’). Council reserves the right to invite any/all tenderers to change their tenders as outlined in Part 1 – conditions of tender. All Correspondence to be through the LG Tenderbox Forum. James Gott Chief Executive Officer

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56115 BRUCE HIGHWAY, KENNEDY

938m2

40 Campbell Street -

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There are a variety of lots on offer, with both flat and elevated lots available offering direct access to sealed streets, while others provide privacy at the end of a cul-de-sac. All blocks have access to all town services including power, phone, water, sewage and are ready for you to design and build your dream home.

Located in Tully, 18 lots are being offered for individual sale. These lots provide an exciting opportunity to own a piece of land within walking distance of the town centre, schools and various other services. The 18 lots range in size from 749m2 up to a spacious 1380m2.

Auction – Sat 26 Sep at 10:30am – On Site View: By Appointment

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY ON THE BRUCE HIGHWAY • Approx. 11,300m2 block just north of Cardwell • Previously a Service Station & Convenience Store • Fuel tanks on site as well as a large shed and two toilets

FIVE BEDROOM, THREE BATHROOM DWELLING

• on Great location to establish your Situated an approx. 3,034m2 allotment, thisBusiness property has been converted into two units. Located on the outskirts of Tully township, this property offers space Web: https://www.ljhcommercial.com.au/a8xgya with the convenience of being close to town. Contact Hercules - 0458 681 007 View: Sat, 15 Feb - 9am - 9:45amArgyrosWeb: ljhooker.com.au/9JUGYA Contact: LJ Hooker Tully – 4068 1100

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27 MARTINUZZI CLOSE, NEW HARBOURLINE

151 PALMERSTON HIGHWAY, BELVEDERE, INNISFAIL, QLD, 4860

INSPECTION TIMES 4 PM TO 4.30 PM This lowset steel frame home consists of three bedrooms with the master having an ensuite.

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There is a front verandah, a rumpus area, and ample room for two vehicles, a garden shed and fenced back yard. The land area is 1,600 sqm divided into two titles making it easy to offload one if need be. Only one close neighbour, suburbia with a country feel. The home is on a school bus route and just minutes to the Innisfail CBD.

OFFERED to the market for the first time in 60 years. Expressions of Interest are sought for this privately owned service station, general store, Licensed Post Office and takeaway in Wangan on 4,368 sqm of freehold land.

In addition to the business premises, there is an attached 3-bedroom 2-bathroom masonry brick residence which is included in the sale as well as several high quality, substantially sized sheds and car bays.

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3 3 1 1 land area 1,280 sqm • Lovely family home with loads of space. • Large kitchen / dining combined and great lounge area. • Plenty of storage underneath all lockable. • Huge block complete with bore, fruit trees and chicken coop. • Ideal rental opportunity, close proximity to most conveniences. • Handy to sports clubs, eatery, school. $210,000 http://aarealty.net/property/1235/

land area 800 sqm

• Very neat and tidy in masonry block. • Open plan kitchen / dining / lounge. • Kitchen complete with pantry and breakfast bar. • Spacious laundry with linen press along one wall. • Low maintenance tiled floors throughout. • Front porch and lockup garage. Presently returning $280 per week in rent. Affordable at only $249,000 http://aarealty.net/property/1227/

Contact Fran on 0401 191 258

GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO RENOVATE OR INVEST

ROOM FOR A BOAT, CLOSE TO THE HARBOUR

land area 1,012 sqm

• This 4 Unit Freehold Property is an idyllic investment for your portfolio and is well located, just a few minutes of scenic walk to the Innisfail CBD. • There are two units upstairs and two units downstairs, with a total of five bedrooms plus a sleepout and 4 bathrooms. • Also, the convenience of a 4 bay carport shelter and plenty of yard space. 2 1 1 land area 809 sqm A great opportunity awaits the first home buyer, renovator or investor with this semiset home in a quiet rural setting. The home consists of 2 bedrooms and a study, 1 bathroom, open plan lounge and dining and a good size yard for family and pets. At the rear of the property is a large enclosed shed that has plenty of room for storage and also a rear patio for entertaining and relaxing. Situated 15 mins from Innisfail, beach and Mourilyan Harbour this property is not to be missed. $155,000 – List #1229 http://aarealty.net/property/1229/

3 1 1 land area 506 sqm Enjoy tropical living in this well maintained family home close to the beach and Mourilyan harbour. • Open plan living • 3 bedrooms • Reverse cycle air conditioning in living and main bedroom • Fully fenced yard • Two street access $190,000 - List #1219 http://aarealty.net/property/1219/

Contact Kylie on 0428 944 563

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

Coupled with some Queenslander charm features and its excellent well sought after location makes this package an attractive investment. The units have always been easy to rent and bring in good rental return. Contact us for more details of this GREAT VALUE INVESTMENT PROPERTY. $349,000

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Contact Connie on 0410 008 918

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DEATH NOTICE COSTANZO, Antonino (Tony)

Late of Bupa Aged Care, White Rock and formerly of El Arish. Tony passed away peacefully, at Bupa Aged Care, on Sunday 13th September 2020, aged 91 years. Most dearly loved husband of Catherine, loved father and father in law of Dominica and John Sullivan, Frank and Loretta Costanzo, Janette and Phil Ridge, loved grandfather and great grandfather of their families, loved brother and brother in law of Angie and Mario Amadio (both dec’d), loved uncle of their family. In keeping with Tony’s wishes, a private family funeral service has been held. Tony was laid to rest at the Gordonvale Lawn Cemetery on Thursday 17th September. Rest In Peace.

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PAYMENT OF RATES Rates for the period 1 July 2020 to 31 December 2020 were issued on 10 August 2020. The closing date for ALL ratepayers paying rates is FRIDAY, 9 October 2020. A discount of 10% will apply to the General Rates only and will be allowed if payment of all rates and charges are received on or before close of business on the last day of the discount period as set out on the rates notice. Rates outstanding after the closing date will accrue interest at the rate of 8.53% p.a. compounded daily and charged monthly. Payment of rates may be made using any one of the following options:Payment by Bpay By internet or by phone, contact your participating Bank, Credit Union or Building Society to make a payment from your cheque, savings or credit card account. Please quote the Biller Code 243386 and Reference Number as shown on the front of the rate notice. Also refer to your financial institution for cut off times for processing of payments. Payment by Australia Post Present your notice to any Australia Post outlet, call 13 18 16 or go to www.postbillpay.com.au Payment by Bpoint Call Cassowary Coast Regional Council on 1300 276 468 any time or visit www.cassowarycoast. qld.gov.au and follow the links to make this payment from your Mastercard or Visa. Paying in Person Payments can be made in person to:Innisfail Office Tully Office 70 Rankin Street, Innisfail 38-40 Bryant Street, Tully Monday to Friday 8.30am-4.30pm Monday to Friday 8.30am-4.30pm Ph: 1300 763 903 Ph: 1300 763 903

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COOK / ASSISTANT COOK Resume to tullypub@bigpond.net.au St Clare’s School, Tully Assistant Principal—Religious Education Fixed Term Position (5 Year Contract) Commencing: 18 January 2021 Applications close: 30 September 2020

or Phone 4068 1044 after 10 am

IRRIGATION PERSON Medium Sized Banana Farm

For further information and application an pack, please visit our website:

www.cns.catholic.edu.au Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.

Phone: 0428 682 591 – TULLY

PACKING SHED MANAGER Seeking a Packing Shed Manager for Tully, with experience in the banana packing process and good communications skills.

Tasks would include training staff, maintaining WHS standards, food safety and quality standards, liaising with transport companies and suppliers. A forklift licence is necessary. Please reply by emailing your resume to: fleglergroupptyltd@bigpond.com For further information, Phone (07) 4068 1032.

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CRIME WRAP

Sept 10 - 17 Drink driving, Bingil Bay A 54-year-old local woman is expected to appear in the Tully Magistrates Court on October 1, charged with drink driving after police have charged her following a traffic intercept at Forty Mile on Thursday night, September 10. It is alleged the woman was intercepted on Bingil Bay Road at about 9pm and returned a reading of 0.081 per cent BAC.

Public nuisance, Innisfail POLICE have issued a Flying Fish Point man an Infringement Notice after an incident in Innisfail early on Friday morning, September 11. It is alleged the man took exception to having his foot stood on by another patron at a licensed premises on Ernest Street at about 1am and started a fight before being ejected from the premises by security. The 37-year-old man was issued with an infringement notice for $800 for violent behaviour near licensed premises, he was also issued a banning notice for 10 days from all licensed premises in Innisfail.

Wounding, Mundoo A 27-year-old South Johnstone man appeared at the Innisfail Magistrates Court on Monday, September 14 charged with a number of offences. It will be alleged that at around 6.30pm last Saturday night, the man was involved in a verbal altercation where he stabbed a man known to him at a South Johnstone address. He then left the address where it is further alleged, he was involved in a single vehicle traffic crash on Innisfail Japoon Road. He was transported to Innisfail police station where he allegedly returned a breath test reading of 0.206 per cent BAC. He was issued with a licence suspension and the vehicle he was driving was impounded. He was charged with one count each of drink driving, wounding domestic violence offence, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, and possessing a knife in public.

drug result when tested. The 36-year-old man is expected to appear in the Tully Magistrates Court on November 12, charged with drug driving and driving without a licence. The man was also issued with a Traffic Infringement Notice for $266 for exceeding the speed limit.

Drink driving, Cardwell POLICE have charged a local man after a traffic intercept at Cardwell on Wednesday afternoon (September 16). It will be alleged that the man was intercepted on Toohey Street at about 1.30pm and returned a reading of 0.251 per cent BAC. The 40-year-old man is expected to appear in the Tully Magistrates Court on November 12, charged with drink driving.

A strong reminder to never leave your child or pet in a vehicle DESPITE the cool weather, police and medical professionals are urging motorists to plan outings with children and never be tempted to leave them in the car even for just a few minutes. On September 3, police were called to a shopping centre car park at Smithfield, Cairns after it is alleged

that a 30-year-old man left two babies unattended in a parked vehicle. Police allege a witness heard the children screaming from inside the locked car and thankfully found a partially opened window which allowed him to open the car door whilst he waited for police. The two babies were allegedly left in the vehicle for more than 10 minutes in 26 degree heat. The man has been charged with one count of leaving a child under 12 unattended and is scheduled to appear in the Cairns Magistrates Court on December 8. Officer in Charge of the Cairns Child Protection Investigation Unit Detective Senior Sergeant Mick Gooiker warned motorists of the dangers of leaving children in vehicles. “Parents and carers have a responsibility to their children to ensure they are never left in vehicles unattended, regardless of their age or the weather conditions,” Detective Senior Sergeant Gooiker said. Cairns Hospital Paediatrics Clinical Director Dr Neil Archer explained that one third of deaths from this kind of tragic occurrence are under one year old and 95 percent are under four. “Temperatures can increase to dangerous levels in cars within just five minutes, regardless of the outside temperature,” Dr Archer said. “Cracking the window makes no difference, the car heats up just as quickly.Babies, young children in car seats and pets for that matter, that cannot raise the alarm or get out of their car seats, are most at risk of harm in these circumstances.” Police advice is, please plan your trip and ensure your children and pets are never left unattended in your vehicle, even for just a couple of minutes.

Traffic offences, Damper Creek POLICE have charged a Bungalow man after a traffic intercept in Damper Creek on Monday afternoon (September 14). It is alleged the man was intercepted riding a motorbike on the Bruce Highway at about 5.45pm, travelling at 115km/h in a 100km/h zone. Police will further allege that the man was disqualified at the time of intercept and returned a positive

Dr Archer and DSS Gooiker urging motorists not to leave children or pets unattended in vehicles

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IN 2015 the European Space Agency launched the first of two satellites (Sentinel 2A and then Sentinel 2B in 2017), to measure environmental metrics across the earth. Sentinel 2A and 2B specifically, collect data which is applicable to agriculture and vegetation management. This data is provided to users at no cost to promote its use in vegetation and crop management. Data resolution is 10m for the image bands applicable to NDVI and vegetation management while others are either 20m or 60m for atmospheric composition . NDVI is one of the best known of the vegetation indexes which quantifies vegetation health and vigour by measuring the difference between near-infrared light (which vegetation strongly reflects) and red light (which vegetation absorbs). It is yet another tool in the toolbox for farmers to quickly assess the potential productivity within a cane block. The formula for NDVI is: NDVI=((NIR-Red))/((NIR+Red))= -1 to+1 Essentially, the chlorophyll pigment in healthy plants absorbs most of the red light and blue light in the visible band (spectrum), and reflects more of the green visible band, and reflects still more of the near infrared light (NIR), one of the invisible bands. Because chlorophyll reflects more green light that either red or blue, a plant’s leaf looks green to the naked eye. The greener a leaf, usually an indicator of good plant health, means that less red light is reflected. Therefore, using a normalised ratio between the highly reflected NIR light band and the poorly reflected red light band, a scale, or index is created, which provides an indication of plant health and vigour. The results of NDVI always range between -1 and +1 but there are no distinct boundaries between plant health classes or land cover type. However, values close to +1 usually represent healthy vegetation while values close to and below 0 are usually bare ground or water1. The Sentinel 2 satellites have opposing ten day return cycles providing an

image over a particular area every five days, or 73 images per year. However, many of these images are either partly or completely obscured by cloud and analysis is impossible. HCPSL downloads and processes Sentinel 2 imagery for NDVI over the Herbert sugar cane growing region when clear images are available. This provides a quick overview of the district over the growing season and during the harvest. NDVI can provide an insight into the infield performance of a crop, identifying areas of lower crop health/vigour and potential yield, allowing the grower/ agronomist to assess the limitation of the soil in that area, and recommending appropriate measures to increase the productivity of the block. It is a good surrogate when electromagnetic conductivity (EM) or good soil mapping is not available. HCPSL also made use satellite imagery and NDVI over the 2018 March flood and the 2018/19 extreme wet season to find areas with significant damage from inundation. This identified areas for a closer inspection and recording using HCPSL’s drone. Some farm management software packages have the capacity to import NDVI imagery and to perform analysis on multiple images over time and to create in-field management zones. Commercial companies such as DataFarming have an ability to view NDVI imagery online for free, or imagery can be downloaded at a cost, and used within farm management software packages. In other platforms like ProAgrica (SST), imagery can be purchased through associated apps and become available within the software. Drone-mounted multispectral cameras, after processing, can produce the same results, NDVI etc. at a much smaller resolution, good for trials and small crops. For further enquiries concerning the use of NDVI for Herbert cane farms contact Rod Nielson at HCPSL on 4776 1808.

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Fallow crops reduce fertiliser rates for Cecchi family

SOY beans and sunflowers are taking over sugar cane paddocks on the Cecchi family’s farms at Innisfail – for both cane and environmental gains. Fourth-generation grower David Cecchi says doubling fallow land to increase production felt counter-intuitive to begin with. “We plant about 80 hectares of cane a year and we used to leave 10 to 15 per cent fallow,’’ he said. “Now it’s 30 per cent or more.” David, his brother Paul and father Arthur have also upped their mill ash usage on fallow land and are experimenting with mixed species fallow crops. The initiatives are part of the Australian Government’s Reef Trust IV tender program,

delivered through the Wet Tropics Sugar Industry Partnership, to help growers cover the costs of changes that reduce artificial fertiliser usage and ultimately improve the health of the Great Barrier Reef. David said the results are extremely promising. “We are seeing much bigger (cane) crops, with much more vigour - we’ve gone from 30 or 32 tonnes to at least 50 tonnes for our plant crop,’’ he said. “We reduced our nitrogen gradually. We started with a change to sub-surface application five years ago. Now we’ve pulled back about 50kg (of nitrogen) per hectare for plant cane in fallow, going to 90kg to account for the nitrogen sup-

plied by the legume crop.

“There have been no adverse effects and we’re happy with where we’re at now. “Tender funding has gone towards buying mill ash. The benefits are there. It lasts a long time. When we fallow again we won’t need to apply ash.” His goal is to make the fallow crops cost-neutral or, better still, make inroads on them becoming a secondary income by investigating different fallow crop options and market interest. The work follows other projects from variable-rate fertiliser application and controlled traffic using GPS systems to a creek revegetation project and drainage

improvements from silt traps to spoon drains. “We sat down and looked at the farm maps and productivity data, saw some paddocks were under-performing and took it from there bit by bit,’’ he said. “It’s about asking for advice, considering things and at the end of the day making your own decisions for your business. Farmers aren’t here to throw money away, but they do have a social licence to be responsible on the land. We’re up for trying new things. With a bit of help, good ideas can be put into practice.” The Cecchi family is among 39 Wet Tropics growers to take advantage of the Reef Trust IV tender program.

MILL STATISTICS ACROSS THE REGION SOUTH JOHNSTONE MILL Cane Crushing Statistics

for 2020 Crushing statistics for Week 12 ending Sunday, September 13 2020 Crushing Weekly Season to Season Date Total Tonnes Cane Crushed 48,874 CCS Season estimate

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Cane Crushing Statistics for 2020 Crushing statistics for Week 13 ending Friday September 11 2020 Crushing Weekly Season to Season Date Total Tonnes 98,037 1,224,250 Cane Crushed 733 Tonnes Cane 716

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HERBERT RIVER Cane Crushing Statistics

for 2020 Crushing statistics for Week 12 ending Saturday, September 12 2020 Crushing Weekly Season to Season Date Total Tonnes Cane Crushed 212,550 2,137,211 CCS Season estimate

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Kennedy state school students painting with mission beach artist Lavinia Letheby. They started their project last week and have all contributed in the painting side of things.

Science Week celebrations at St John's School Silkwood

from Children St John's Silkwood ity Commun n rte Kinderga heir expand t curiosity Max Belbin came dressed up as a marine biologist MARIA GIRGENTI ST JOHN'S School Silkwood recently celebrated Science Week with the theme, Deep Blue: Innovation for the future of our oceans, and included topics such as Sustainable Oceans, Caring for our water environment, The Blue Economy, and all things that live in the sea. Students were encouraged to dress up as anything related to the ocean or as a scientist/mathematician/engineer and participated in a range of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and maths) activities, as well as watching some ‘ultra-cool’ demonstrations. One of the biggest threats to life in our oceans is single use plastics, so the school community asked families to send in any clean, single use plastics that would otherwise be put in a dry waste bin and end up in landfill. These included plastic bottles, soft plastic packaging, plastic lids and containers etc and these collected materials

were used by students on the day to create artworks and to raise awareness of the impacts of single use plastics. National Science Week is a celebration of science and technology and the annual event run in August features more than 1,000 events across Australia, including those delivered by universities, schools, research institutions, libraries, museums and science centres. This year’s theme embraces the innovative technologies, capabilities and skills needed to achieve economic, environmental and social sustainability of our oceans. It features insights and inquiries into workable solutions that generate healthy oceans, healthy economies and healthy communities. Next year's school theme for National Science Week will be Food: Different by design. It will honour the United Nations International Year of Fruits and Vegetables and the International Year of Creative Economy for Sustainable Development.

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NRL Tipping Shane

Brenton Edwards: Nth Qld Cricket Rep, Rovers Legend.

Miley Cyrus: Shane’s Ex Girlfriend, Popstar.

Cameron Miller: Spilla Sports Show.

Chris Zanoletti: Babinda Footy Legend.

Paul Ketchell: Tully Tigers Head Coach.

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Rabbits Cowboys Broncos (Still has Shane’s cap) Manly Tigers ( Once owned a Tiger) Sharks Warriors( Loves Jake the Muss) Knights Rabbits Panthers Eels Titans Storms Roosters Raiders Knights

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Muriata “WILL he or won’t he?” That seems to be the big question on every Rugby League fan’s mind at the moment when we discuss the possibility of the great Cameron Smith retiring from the NRL. Look, if he does decide to walk away from the game, then it should be on his own terms because he has earnt that right for his massive contribution to the game. Not many people in life get to make a choice on their own terms, but Smith should be given every available time. To play over 400 NRL games, 40 State of Origin and 60 plus Test matches, his records will stand for all time, because I can’t see anyone beating that record ever. So what are the pros and cons of him staying or going? Well for starters, even if he does leave at the end of 2020, he will leave one of the greatest legacies the game has ever seen. If he doesn’t and decides to play one more season, then guess what, he will still be the GOAT. So it does not matter what he chooses. If he wants to play lawn bowls with garlic balls next year, then well, he’s actually entitled to it. If he decides to give a maroon jumper to me for Xmas, then I am open to all suggestions. In my opinion, I always believed Wally Lewis, Darren Lockyer and Jonathan Thurston were the greatest footy players ever, but when Smith's name comes up for debate, well I think we can all agree he will be alone on the top for many years to come. I really can’t recall a time at the Tully Showground when cars were parked in the hundreds, but Saturday night certainly delivered that and a whole lot more when the Tigers took on the more fancied Northern Pride in the A grade match of the evening to commemorate the Allan Reis and Caine Banu memorial match. All the games were played in great spirit, with the Cairns Brothers outfit very appreciative of coming to our packed new grandstand and facilities which are

As I got to see the lovely Pat Bailey helping out with the running of the games, it was a great sight to see the much legendary sight of former Tiger Tommy Johnston selling ice cream which became an instant success. If you’re reading this TJ, we love you and hope you continue coming back. The day started even better when I got chatted up by the lovely lady that was hitting on me at the gate, the one MB, who still looks the good sort since back in the day. As I drove in, the ever charismatic Katie Ann Fleggo stopped me to compliment me about my talent of writing the previous week's sports column when I somehow got the word ‘Flog’ past the filters. If it makes it this week KAF, then you owe me a beer. Anyways, back to the footy. The dressing shed speeches and jersey presentations by yours truly and a few family members were bringing out the water works as we remembered our brothers Allan and Caine. I want to thank Susie, who I cherish very dearly, and Thomas Banu, who helped make the pre-game arrangement of jerseys one to remember. I want both families to know that their presence on Saturday night meant the world to me and the Tully Rugby League Footy Club. Massive congratulations to Louis Carlaw and Benny Campo who both took home the Player of the Matches Trophy which bore the names of our heroes. Thank you to Cairns Brothers and the Northern Pride for allowing us to be a part of your mini-series, and thank you to all of the officials who over the past six weeks made it possible to at least have some live footy to watch from our new seats. Thank you to all the fans who have supported the games, and we can’t wait for the next games which will be the Italian Nth Qld Vs the Samoan Nth Qld. Last but not least, a special shout out to my niece Samantha Davis. Hope you had a wonderful birthday. Hey Shane, your welcome. Now flog us a carton. - WTT staff

The Orange Army Invasion was a sight to see. Even I got to wear mine.

Scott Piper, election candidate - celebrity tipper For those of you who don't know me, I'm a local lad who enjoys many sports, starting off with soccer and just enjoying the great outdoors. I'm a small business owner like most people in our district and like to see other people do well. North Qld is my home and I will make sure it is the best region in Australia for many years to come.

As with anyone in Nth Qld, I love the Cowboys and I think they will be back bigger and stronger come 2021, although I do have a soft spot for the Storm. My tips for this weekend's NRL games are as follows: Rabbits, Cowboys, Eels, Titans, Storm, Roosters, Raiders and Knights.. Cheers, Scott Piper.

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Team W D L PD PTS 9. Tigers 7 0 6 17 14 10. Manly 7 0 10 17 14 11. Warriors 7 0 10 17 12 12. Titans 7 0 10 17 12 13. Dragons 6 0 11 17 12 14. Cowboys 4 0 11 17 8 15. Broncos 3 0 13 17 6 16. Bulldogs 2 0 14 17 4

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Local MMA fighter Jessica-Rose Clark ready to rumble against Sarah Alpar in Las Vegas

MARIA GIRGENTI

MIXED martial arts fighter Jessica-Rose Clark from Innisfail will return to the octagon this Saturday to face off against American Sarah Alpar in a three-round bantamweight bout at UFC Fight Night 11 in Las Vegas, in one of her most important fights. Clark, aged 32, has not won a fight since 2018, but will be looking to return to the winner's circle. Alpar, 29, will go into her debut fight with three consecutive wins under her belt, having won five out of her last six fights with a 9-4 MMA record. Alpar, a former LFA bantamweight champion, earned a UFC contract on Dana White's Contender Series in August 2019 after defeating Shanna Young by submission. Clark had a great start to UFC arena in her debut fight against American Bec Rawlings in the flyweight division with a huge win followed up with a second big win over UFC star Paige VanZant. A unanimous decision in Jessica Eye's favour then snapped Clark's twofight winning streak in June 2018 in Singapore. Clark then missed her next two UFC fights, the first against Andrea Lee

in Wisconsin in December 2018 due to weight cutting issues and then Talita Bernardo in May 2019 due to injury. In November 2019, Clark returned to the bantamweight division and faced Pannie Kianzad in Moscow and had another loss by unanimous decision.

to be back in the cage and fighting Alpar, a southpaw, for the first time which she expects will be a tough encounter. Clark who now lives in California and trains at Combat Sports Academy (CSA)

with new head coach Kirian Fitzgibbons has been a professional fighter for eight years and the BJJ purple belt has 16 MMA fights behind her and a 9-6 MMA record.

While the past two years have presented lots of challenges, there have been many lessons learned for Clark and the six months spent recovering from a serious foot injury has been a blessing, as it gave her plenty of time to reflect. She said the experience has made her realise how an injury could mean the end of her career, so she has looked at other income sources. It also made her appreciate her body even more and the importance of taking better care of herself. After two years at Syndicate MMA training under John Wood, Clark has moved to a new home, gym and coach which has been integral in her growth and development as a professional athlete. She has also adapted a different attitude towards each fight and the outcome, so it doesn't affect her physical performance. She said she is just thrilled

Innisfail's own MMA fighter, Jessica-Rose Clark, pictured with her new coach Kirian Fitzgibbons will return to the octagon this Saturday to rumble with American, Sarah Alpar in the bantamweight division at UFC Fight Night 11 in Las Vegas. Photo credit: Monster Energy Russia

Coconuts paddlers back out on the water MARIA GIRGENTI AFTER a four month break due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Coconuts Outriggers Canoe Club paddlers are back on the water and have resumed training. In July, the club’s COVID Safe Plan was approved and since then paddlers have been enjoying resuming their favourite sport. Club President, Adrian Darveniza was appointed as the COVID-19 coordinator. "We follow the usual rules with regards to social distancing, hand sanitising and disinfecting our canoes and equipment." "It’s great not only to be back on the water, but to also catch up with fellow paddlers. "Our club provides

community members with the opportunity to increase physical activity whilst learning a new sport."

ence a taste of what racing is like in a non-competitive environment.

Paddling offers a multitude of health and emotional well-being benefits including fitness development, social opportunities, friendship and competition," said Darveniza.

There are two sides to outrigger paddling with those who like the workout, exercising with family and enjoy meeting new friends, while there are others who love to compete and win races and medals.

Last month, members took part in a training day with other Far North Queensland clubs at Yorkeys Knob beach, held in place of the 10th anniversary of the Great Barrier Reef Ocean Challenge which was cancelled due to COVID-19. The day was a lot of fun and involved a 16km paddle around Haycock Island. Whilst the event wasn’t a race, it was a great opportunity for new paddlers to experi-

Coconuts Outrigger Canoe Club always welcomes new people of all ages (over 12) and fitness levels, so anyone who would like to give paddling a try can come down to Coconuts beach, with training sessions held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5.15pm to 6.30pm. Further information and details can be found by visiting the club’s Facebook page.

Coconuts outrigger paddlers are thrilled to be back out on the water and return to training after four months of lockdown due to COVID-19

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Pride Reef Kings too strong for Tully in final round MARIA GIRGENTI

Tully Tigers A grade captain Fabian Tauli in action against the Northern Pride Reef Kings. Photo: Maria Girgenti

A FULL day of rugby league action returned to Tully Showgrounds for a Super Saturday when Tully hosted two Northern Pride teams and Cairns Brothers in the sixth and final round of Lightning Challenge, as well as the Allan Reis and Cain Banu Memorial round, and the only round of junior rugby league games. The Under 10s, 11s, 12s, 14s and 15s Tully Tigers, as well as the combined Under 13s Tully Tigers/Innisfail Brothers team were up against Mareeba in Round 7 of Cairns District Junior Rugby League fixtures. After last week's thrilling two-point win over Cairns Brothers, this time the Tully Reserve Grade Tigers were convincing 44-14 winners against Cairns Brothers at full time. In the second game, Sammi Raivaroro went over for two tries for Pride Giants and despite a spirited fightback from Cairns Brothers, Pride proved too strong with a 28-22 win. Patrick Gallen, Usaia Fonongaloa and Adam Hepworth all chipped in with one try each and Cephas Chinfat booted four of the five conversion goals. Cairns Brothers try scorers were former Tully product Luke Fleming, Boshay Satrick, Calan Dunbar, Keishon Hunter-Flanders and Eddie Ingui with Andrew Garrett kicking one out of five conversions. A hat trick of tries to former Tully player Mark Rosendale saw Northern Pride Reef Kings continue their unbeaten record as they stormed home with a 46-18 win over Tully Tigers. Other try scorers in the Pride's huge win were Lata Fakalelu, Helium Luki 2, Aiden Kawiri-Kusu and Jacob McCarthy with Jack Campagnolo slotting seven of the eight conversions.

Michael Carroll scored a double for the Tigers with one try each to Benn Campagnolo and Jackson Laza while Shaun Nona kicked two of the four conversions. Evan Child from Northern Pride Reef Kings was named Player of the Series. Louis Carlaw and Benn Campagnolo were presented with the Allan Reis and Cain Banu Memorial Reserve Grade and A Grade Man of the Match awards after the match. The six round series breathed life into senior rugby league for a short period in the Far North region after the competition was earlier canned by Cairns District Rugby League and Queensland Rugby League due to COVID-19. Tully Hospital Foundation raised close to $3,000 on Saturday which will go towards the purchase of a new $40,000 ultrasound machine at Tully Hospital. President Suzette Reis praised the efforts of their amazing volunteers and committee members who sold raffle tickets and fudge, as well as those who helped at the footy, craft show at Faux Show Monster Markets in Butler Street and car wash. Jake Clifford and Thomas Flegler donated signed and framed Cowboys and Brisbane Broncos jerseys which were won by Adrian Durighello and Jonty Ivey respectively. Helen Wells was the lucky winner of a seafood tray donated by Moala and Roy Pease, and the meat tray donated by Tully Tigers Rugby League Club was won by Darryl and Leann Hutchins. Tully Hospital Foundation especially wanted to thank Tully Tigers Rugby League Club for enabling them to be part of their game and raise much needed funds for the Tully Hospital.

Former Tully product Matthew Musumeci playing for Northern Pride Reef Kings is caught by a Tully player behind the goal posts. Photo: Maria Girgenti

Tully reserve grade player Louis Carlaw from Tully Reserve and Benn Campagnolo from A Grade were named Man of the Match in their respective grades and presented with Reis and Banu Memorial trophies by Suzette Reis

Tully's Mitchell Robertson is sandwiched between two Cairns players in the Reserve grade game. Photo: Maria Girgenti

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Ingham Bridge Club LAST Friday we were pleased to welcome two players from Tully, Sandy Mollenhagen and Brone Reed. We hope to see more players from Tully Bridge Club whilst their club remains closed due to Covid 19 restrictions. The winners last Friday were Marlies Maussen and Joan Aranas with 66.67%; Gillian Marano and Betty Collins came an equal second with Steve Vigh and Nuala Clayton with 54.17%; Alan Giles and Nella Albrecht were third with 50.69% closely followed by Sandy Mollenhagen and Brone Reed with 50%. There were four and a half full tables and one ‘Help with Play’ table. The first session of the Club Championship Pairs will be played next Friday, September 25, and the second session on Friday, October 2. You must play in both sessions to qualify for a place in the competition.

Please note that partners are self-selected and must be seated by 8.45am. This is a Red Point event. Tip for the Week: Bridge Myths - Draw trumps straight away. ‘Certain rules that govern the technicalities are absolute, as they are in any game of cards, but rules in general are not the masters of bridge; rather they should be considered as second to circumstance and the fall of the cards. Brilliant plays are made in contravention of the rules. A knowledge of trump management – to know when and when not to lead trumps – is no small part of declarer’s requirements.’ J.B. Elwell. One of the greatest horrors you face as declarer is that one of your winners will be ruffed by a defender!

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Such is the fear of this that some players tend to draw all the enemy trumps straight away, even before making a plan. It is usually best to draw trumps straight away unless there is a reason for not doing so, such as, drawing trumps would prevent you from taking a ruff: do not draw trumps immediately if this would exhaust dummy’s trumps and you need them to take a ruff or two. - Drawing trumps would waste an important entry to dummy: Do not draw trumps immediately when this would remove a high trump in dummy that you need as an entry to a long side suit there. In that case you must delay drawing trumps until the side suit is ready to run. - Drawing trumps would allow the defenders to cash a trick: Another common situation where it is wrong to draw trumps straight away is if this would allow the defenders to score or establish a setting trick. To see more about the Bridge Club, visit our website: www.ingham.bridgeaustralia.org.

Innisfail United Premier Reserve Women's claim great win over Marlin Coast

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SOCCER action kicked off last Tuesday night at Castor Park where Innisfail 3rd Division went down 2-1 to Leichhardt Lions in a tight battle, while 2nd Division registered a gritty 2-1 win. This was followed by more games at Castor Park on Friday night where Innisfail's Division 3 side had a tough encounter going down 5-1 to a top Stratford Dolphins outfit with Mathew Myles the sole goal scorer, while 2nd Division fought out a tough 1-1 draw against Atherton Eagles. Innisfail United Under 13/14s Division 1 played out a thrilling game against Edge Hill Yellow at home in appalling weather conditions. After trailing by 1-0 at half time, the team fought back in the second half and outplayed their opposition to notch up a 3-2 victory. Goals: Julian Sujana 1, Harry Corsi 1, and John Cunningham 1. Innisfail's Under 13/14s Division 3 team travelled away and had a massive 10-2 win over Edge Hill at Endeavour Park in Cairns on Saturday. After coming off a draw last weekend against Mareeba, the third placed Innisfail United Premier Men's team were looking to go one better with a win when they hosted Edge Hill on Sunday. The last time these sides met, Edge Hill had a convincing 5-0 win over their southern rivals, and again the Tigers roared with a 3-0 win over Innisfail. Despite missing two of their main mid-fielders and having to source two players from another team, Innis-

fail JR Under 12 team continued their winning form with an amazing 7-1 win over Edge Hill Yellow with Kayden Plumb scoring five goals and Jack Bertram two.

Results from Round 9 FNQ Football fixtures played on Sunday in wet and windy conditions at Castor Park:Premier Women Reserves 6-1 win over Marlin Coast Rangers White FC Premier Youth (Under 18s): 8-1 loss against Edge Hill Premier Reserve Grade: 2-1 loss against Edge Hill Premier Women's: 3-1 loss against Edge Hill Innisfail United especially wanted to thank Cameron Ferguson, Thomas Herbert and Phoenix Di Carlo for running lines, Matt and Kyrene Howarth for running the canteen on Tuesday, as well as players who assisted with running lines and refereeing on Friday and Sunday and all those who braved the wet weather conditions. In Round 10 FNQ Football fixtures, Innisfail United 2nd and 3rd Division Men's teams will travel to Trinity Beach on Friday evening to play Marlin Coast Rangers, while Premier Women and Premier Women Reserves teams will play Southside Comets at Edmonton. This Saturday, Innisfail's Premier Youth (Under 18s), Premier Reserves, Premier Men's and Under 13/14s Division 3 have away games against Southside Comets at Walker Road, Edmonton, Innisfail JR Under 12 team will play Southside Comets Halleys and Under 13/14s Division 1 will play Stratford White.

Premier Reserves player Josh Lizzio in a previous game against Southside Comets

Innisfail Premier Women Reserves player Natilee Rosewarne (right) and a JCU Strikers player

Innisfail 3rd Division player Raymond Lyons in action against Souths

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QRL History Committee

ANYONE driving past the Australian Sugar Heritage Centre at Mourilyan will notice the building has been painted, something the committee which runs the centre has been wanting to do for some time. Local painting contractor Michael Spry has done a superb job and now sign-writer Rick Russell, who is a member of the centre committee, is re-doing the lettering on the building. All this points to a new era for the Heritage centre which is totally run by local volunteers. Over the next few months some new exhibits will be unveiled, one of which is a sporting hall of fame which will feature sugar industry identities who have excelled in various sports. Now a quick glance at this topic would suggest plenty of rugby league players, past and present would be included, but the display will feature as many sports as possible. Rugby union, cricket, hockey, swimming, athletics and Olympic and Commonwealth games representatives with connections to the Australian sugar industry are being considered. Back in 2008 when Rugby league was celebrating its centenary in Australia the sugar industry, through the Canegrowers magazine initiated a “Sugar Industry” Rugby league team of the century. The criteria for selection in this honorary team will be the basis for inclusion in the new display. The first criteria is the sports identity will have had a direct involvement in some aspect of the industry. Secondly if not direct involvement then, from a fami-

Bowls News Innisfail Men’s Bowls IT was fantastic to see 32 bowlers supporting last Thursday's afternoon of social bowls. New bowlers and visitors are most welcome with names to be in by 12.30pm. Last Saturday morning the Club Championship Singles final was played between John Fossey and Chris 'Chips' McCaffery. Both players are to be congratulated on the quality of bowling in very trying conditions. After going shot for shot, end for end, McCaffery scored three shots on the 33rd end to record a very hard-fought 25-23 victory in what was a great exhibition of bowling. On Saturday, Men's and Ladies Presidents Alf Strano and Diana O’Brien paired up to defeat Graeme Anderson and Kim Mason in the club mixed pairs. In weekend pennants games, Section 2 teams played Edge Hill at Innisfail with Innisfail winning 40-26. The Section 3 teams unfortunately lost to Silkwood at Babinda 45-37, while Section 2 teams remain undefeated and at the top of the table. The Games Director has requested for some mixed pairs games to be played as soon as possible.

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ly with a long association with the industry.

involved directly or indirectly in the industry.

Former rugby league players from the Wet Tropic Times region will feature, especially those selected in this 2008 Sugar team of the century, Danny Clifford, Lionel Williamson, Kerry Boustead, Angelo Crema, Greg Dowling and Laurie Spina.

Another new display in the Australian Sugar Heritage Centre will feature the history of the cane toad and this one will open on October 10.

Work is being conducted now on finalising the list and setting up the display and as many sports as possible will be included because when you stop and think about it, many great sporting people have been

In these current days, with so much challenging news around, it is good to see positive things happening in our community and maintaining the history of any industry, agricultural or otherwise is important.

The Innisfail Invitational Fours will be played on the weekend of September 26-27. A full green of 16 teams will be on show and vying for over $5,000 worth of prize money, so come along and support your club.

ident’s Day. Visitors are always welcome and anyone wishing to join us please call into the club or call 07 4068 1230. Cheers.

An announcement will be made soon on an open day soon to unveil the new sports display.

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TFNQDLBA Champion of Champions played in Innisfail on Wednesday, Sept 9: In COC Singles Robyn Brunello(Tully) won two games to reach the finals against Denice Charman (Silkwood). Final result was a win for Denice 25 to four. Congratulations on a great effort.

THE final of the Ladies Championship Bowls Pairs was played in fine weather in Innisfail on Wednesday. Eileen Hamann and Dell Steve 36 were the convincing winners over Bev Anderson and Helen Paterson seven. Hamann and Steve dominated the whole game being up 11-0 after six ends. In the two social games, Daphne Kirkman and Ann Rule 21 defeated Pam Anderson and Caterina Cook 10, while Sue Morrison and Deb Fitzgerald 19 were far too good for Diana O’Brien and Jan Dunn seven. The second round of Mixed Pairs will be played this weekend and Innisfail ladies then travel to play Mareeba in pennants on Monday at Mareeba.

TFNQDLBA Champion of Champions played in Yungaburra on Saturday, Sept 12: In the Singles final Mick de’Vries (Tully) played Paul Huntress (Gordonvale). This game was very exciting right up to the last bowl. Mick de’Vries was the eventual winner on the last end 25 to 23. Congratulations on a great final. Lovely to see Mick doing so well and we wish him well for his next game against Townsville Division on Oct 10. Wednesday, Sept 9: 1st Game - Janette Kos,Val Bradley 17 defeated Mary Bacic, John Taylor 15. Ray Downing, Bev Harrop 24 defeated Werner Kos, Joanne Townsend 20. Rod Bradley, Val Zamora 29 defeated Peter Smith, Margaret Fanna four. Winners out of the hat were Werner and Joanne. Nibblies and drinks were enjoyed after the game. Sunday, Sept 13: 18 players braved the weather and enjoyed two games of 10 ends. Team 3 Bev Achilles, Werner Kos, Avis Ray eight def team 4 Ray Downing,V al Zamora, Janette Kos seven. Team 2, Alan Blackwell, Pauline Edwards, Bev Harrop 17 def Team 6, Mick de’Vries, Robyn Brunello, Margaret Fanna seven. Team 1, John Brown, Janice Blackwell, John Jones 12 def Team 5, Rod Bradley, Judy Hood,Val Bradley three. 2nd Game: Team 1 v Team 4 (13-11) Team 2 v Team 5 (9-4). Team 3 v Team (3-11). Overall winner was Team 1 John Brown, Janice Blackwell, John Jones.

Chris McCaffery (left) is this year's Innisfail Bowls Club Men's Singles champion after defeating John Fossey 25 - 23 in a thrilling final last Saturday

Saturday, Sept 12: Tully hosted Pennants Game against Cairns/Gordonvale Team which Tully lost 39 to 35. Tuesday, Sept 15: Judy Hood, Bev Achilles, Janette Kos, Betty Cochrane, Val Bradly and Robyn Brunello attended a very enjoyable day at Silkwood’s Pres-

Mick de’Vries 25 Paul Huntress 23. A great Champion of Champions Singles final. Congratulations Mick!

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Bowls News Innisfail Bowls hosts Ladies bowls Far North Club Championships THE Tropical Far North Queensland District Ladies Bowls Association (TFNQDLBA) Champion of Club Championships were recently played at Innisfail Bowls Club. In the TFNQDLA Champion of Championships singles final played on Thursday, September 10, Denise Charman from Silkwood defeated Robyn Brunello from Tully. Charman will now play in the Zone final against North Queensland Zone (Zone 8) at Silkwood Bowls Club on October 3. In other results: Pairs - Two winners Semi Finalists: Brothers Edmonton, Marlin Coast, Silkwood and Edge Hill Winners: Bev Drewitt and Di Deegan (Marlin Coast) Winners: Lee-Anne Magellan and Denise Charman (Silkwood) Fours Winners: Joan Carey, Trish Spicer, Christine Scott and Shirley Sampson and (Marlin Coast) Runners Up: Liz Backhouse, Anne Windsor, Rita Johnston and Eileen Crampton (West Cairns)

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WINNERS of Thursday's social bowls were Les Maxwell/Bill Price/Jim Azzopardi, runners up John Sheehan/Rod McCrae/Ron Trackson. Thursday social bowls: names in by 1.00 for 1.30 start. The Babinda Men’s 4s, scheduled for Sunday, August 30, will now be held on Sunday, October 11. Annual General meeting is set for this Sunday, September 20, commencing at 11am, followed by presentation of 2019 trophies, lunch & social bowls. See you all there!

Macknade Bowls SOCIAL Triples: John Patrick, Smithy Walklate, Ross Fichera 23 def Nev Cooper, Pam Turski, Lin Ebeling 14; Joe Turski, Mary Tuxworth, Lyn Capper 20 def Bill Dickie, Brian Capper, Don Williams 17; Jake Morgan, Francesca Rosadi, Dave Ebeling 22 def Rhonda brown, Christa Patrick, Judy Marsden 17; John Tucker, Jan Craven, Wendy Wiles 23 def Jim Dunn, Trevor Fox, Jean McLehose 18. 3x4: Karen Dunn, Alan Morris, Gavin Dumschat 27 def Bob McLehose, Pam Morgan, Jan Colson, Des Golinski 5. Social, September 13 Triples: Coral Gard, John Patrick, Judy Marsden 18 def Jim Dunn, Pam Turski, Gavin Dumschat 17; Phil Wright, Christa Patrick, Brian Joyce 27 def Ron Brown, Rhonda Brown, Julie Joyce 9; Bill Dickie, Alan Morris, Dave Ebeling 19 def Anna Fudriga, Alicia Cooper, Des Golinski 13; Nev Bywater, Mary Tuxworth, Wendy Wiles 17 def John Tucker, Pam Morgan, Lin Ebeling 16. 3x4: Nev Cooper, Francesca Rosadi, Don Williams 30 def Joe Turski, Linda Hoffman, Kerryn Haupt, Jack Righetti 12. There will be bowls on Thursday (and some mixed triples will be played, please check your names) and Sunday will be our State of Origin games; please wear your colours and GO QLD. Make sure that your names are on the board for this one and have your names in the book for Thursday, or ring Lui on 0429 183 035.

SPORT We want to congratulate our Pennants Teams who played up in the Hinchinbrook area on the weekend with a 4 win, 1 loss result. We are very proud of what they achieved.

Ingham Bowls Club LEGEND: Lead (L), Second (2nd), Third (3rd), Skip (S) Men’s Pairs, 11 Friday, Sep 11 Winners: Bob Bell, Stan Cotton Scores: Bob Bell (L), Stan Cotton (S) defeated Don Williams (L), Andrew Cole (S) 31 to 11; Russell Petersen (L), Jim Dunn (S) defeated Dennis Parton (L), Ian Muldowney (S) 23 to 12; Gary Brierley (L), John Eddleston (3rd), Bill Dickie (S) defeated John Holmes(L), Tony Koop (3rd), Ren Cantatore (S) 20 to 12. Thursday Barefoot Bowls has been postponed until further notice. Men’s Pairs, Friday Sep 18: names into Club by 1.45 pm; call 4776 2117; game starts at 2.15 pm; bar open. Inter Club Competition - Moduline Trophy, Saturday, Sep 19: Noorla vs Ingham; game starts at 1.30 pm (venue and teams will be advised as soon as possible). Mixed Social Bowls, Sunday Sep 20: names in at the Club by 12.30 pm; call 4776 2117; game starts at 1.30 pm; bar open. Sunday Bar Roster: Michael Bube. Sunday Selectors: Allen Torielli, Ted Roberts. “Stan the Man” birthday game. Mixed Social Triples Bowls, Sunday, Sep 27: Please put names on the whiteboard at the Club; game starts at 1.30 pm. There will be a free Sausage Sizzle after the game.

Silkwood Bowls Club TUESDAY, September 8 Congratulations to Brian Brooks, our Men’s Singles Club Champion 2020. So well done! Runner up was Shane Dunne. Both were determined to win, but there can only be one winner and Brian defeated Shane 25/23. Social Bowls, Wednesday, September 9 Team Delmo Tarditi, ”Dutchy” and Alan Hudson/Barry Green defeated team Ron Giveen, Brian Brooks and Denis Donovan. Saturday, Sept 12 - Round 3 Of Pennants Play-off Two teams from Innisfail/Babinda, played two teams from Silkwood at Silkwood: Congratulations to our unstoppable Silkwood Team 1, Shane Dunne, Morgan Dunne, Dan Dunne and Brian Meyer, scoring 20/14 and Team 2 with Morris Pedrola, Barry Green, Brian Brooks and Ron Giveen scored 25/22. Total score for Silkwood 45 /Innisfail-Babinda 36. Our Ladies Singles Champion of Champions was another great win for Silkwood competing against Tully, Mossman, Edge Hill, Edmonton, West Cairns and Innisfail, and our Denise Charman did claim the Champion of Champions trophy. The Ladies’ Pairs Champions of Champions Runners-up were Lee Myell and Denise Charman.

Denise Charman from Silkwood (right) was the Singles winner of the TFNQDLBA Champion of Club Championships while Robyn Brunello from Tully finished as runner up

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CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL PLAYERS! Wednesday, Sept 13: Only half a game could be played as the rain set in. Anna Della Bella and Delmo Tarditi 8 and Daniel Gauci and Chris Lower 6. Barry Green and Denis Donavan 23 played Dan Dunne and Tony Cates 5. As usual we hold our Barefoot Bowls every Friday night, starting with a BBQ followed by a game of bowls. Social bowls: Wednesday and Sunday starting at 1pm. Our contact number is 0459 211 552. All are welcome. Email:silkwoodbowlsclubinc@gmail.com.

Noorla Ladies’ Bowls LAST Wednesday, Noorla Ladies hosted their annual Happy Home Festival and enjoyed a great day of fun and friendship with 12 teams participating. Congratulations to Christine Sturzaker, Ann Polkinghorne, Linda Erikson and Sandi Print for coming up trumps on the day with two wins plus 28. Well done Rhonda Brown, Karen Dunn, Christa Patrick & Pam Morgan for achieving Runners Up with two wins plus 17. On behalf of Noorla ladies, special thanks to everyone who joined with us to share our happy day and our sponsors, Motoco Group and Mrs Vanda Raiteri for your generosity which was hugely appreciated. Competition Drawn, Round 3 Championship Pairs, Wednesday, September 23 at 9.00am: R Rose and C Cobb (v) N Mancuso and M Bandiera. Date Claimers: Carmel Mammino Trophy to be played at Noorla, Wednesday, September 16; 1.00pm. Macknade Fours hosted by Macknade Ladies, self selected, Tuesday, September 22; all day play. Next Committee Meeting: Wednesday, October 7, at 9.00am. Ladies Social Mixed Bowls: Wednesdays commencing at 1.30pm. For more information or to nominate, please call 4776 2179. Names in by 1pm, dress code is mufti. All welcome. Please note, no social bowls this week as Noorla Ladies host the Carmel Mammino Memorial Trophy.

Noorla Happy Home Festival 2020, Winners (LR) Sandie Print, Linda Erikson, Ann Polkinghorne, Christine Sturzaker,Vanda Raiteri (President)

Runners Up (L-R) Pam Morgan, Christa Patrick, Karen Dunn, Rhonda Brown,Vanda Raiteri (President)

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Innisfail golfers perform well at annual event

A MASSIVE number of visitors came to play in the Innisfail Golf Club Open held recently and there was plenty of great feedback received on how well the course is presented by our volunteers.

shoot a very impressive 140 (Par) for the two-day day competition and seal the win. Allan Gould played well over the two days to seal the Nett prize.

pack to shoot the only red number for the competition on Sunday and picked up the Gross title. Craig Alman rallied with his putter to pick up the Nett prize.

Congratulations to all the members who played well enough to get amongst the prizes, as well as Father's Day Raffle major prize winner Andrew Grieve.

A special thanks to all the volunteers who helped present our course, clubhouse and hospitality to all members and visitors who came to play in the Open, as well as Innisfail Open sponsor Vandeleur & Todd Solicitors for their continued sponsorship.

With two B-Grade Open titles under his belt, Ian Street was going to be hard to beat on his home track. Shooting 73 on day one put Street in the box seat over the closest Darar Thach, seven shots back. Street played consistent golf on Sunday to hold off the field and claim his third Open title.

In the Ladies Division 1, Addi Butorac was going to be hard to beat on her home course and put together two great rounds to claim the Gross title. Deb Smith played consistently over the two days to get the Nett prize over Connie Kaipara by one shot.

There are plenty of Junior Open Events coming up over the next month, so players are reminded to get their nomination forms in:-

Innisfail A grade club champion Andrew Rose started with an opening round of 67 (3 Under) to hold off Gordonvale Golf Club champion Jessie Hanigan, 70.

Craig Alman opened the C Grade championship with a solid 84, just in front of John 'Lombo' Lombardi and Kenneth Thompson. John Abbott shot the best Nett for the day of 67.

Rose held it together on Sunday to

Pete Walters came flying out of the

It was a tough battle in Ladies Division 2 with Glynnis McGrath and Cindy Cockle tied on day one. Cockle held it together on the back nine on Sunday to claim the Gross prize and McGrath won the Nett prize by one shot over Vianetta Chapman.

Tuesday, September 22 - Innisfail Golf Club Sunday, September 27 - Mount Garnet Golf Club Sunday, October 11 - Atherton Golf Club Further information and upcoming events can be found by visiting Innisfail Golf Club Facebook page.

Cardwell Golf

Luke Peters and Andrew Rose with Ladies Division 2 Gross Champion Cindy Cockle (middle)

Luke Peters and Andrew Rose with C Grade Nett Champion Craig Alman (middle)

LADIES' Thursday competition was won by Anne Jodrell (36) with Christine Taylor (32) in second place. Thursday's 13-hole Sporters was won by Ian Brooks (30), second Frank Grimes (29) third Kev Martin (27) on a countback from Doug Osmond (27) in fourth. The rundown went to Christine Taylor and Ian Ingram both with 26 points followed by Giff Pershouse, Phil Wyatt and Brian Wishart, all with 25 points. Leading the way in Saturday’s Stableford was Keith Bagley (41) with Sneza Lazarus (38) in second on a countback from Greg Dearlove (38) in third. The rundown was Angela Dearlove (36), Len White (35), Jackie Olditch (34), Ron Ash and Lyn Bagley both on 33 points and on a countback. NTPs were Len White, Sneza Lazarus, Greg Dearlove and Kevin Brown. The great play of the day went to Lyn Bagley who had an Eagle on hole #17. Thursday Ladies’ 18-hole comp and Sporters. Saturday is a 4-Ball Aggregate Stableford. PLEASE NOTE: competitions will be played in groups of four at 10 minute intervals, registration is still via timesheet. Register by email to enquire@cardwellgolfclub.com or jackieolditch@bigpond.com or by phone or text to 0414 359 314. The timesheet can be viewed on the Cardwell Golf Club website, cardwellgolfclub.com.

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Luke Peters and Andrew Rose with Day 1 Ladies Division 1 Nett Winner Connie Kaipara (middle)

Men's captain Luke Peters with Day 1 C Grade Nett Winner John Abbott (middle) and Innisfail Open A Grade Champion Andrew Rose (right)

TUESDAY’S comp last week was very generously sponsored by Rhonda Bliss, who not only sponsored the Winner and R/up, but every hole for NTPs. Winner was Colleen Ingold on 37, followed by Tony Haydock on a c/back with 33. NTP results as follows: #1/10 and #8/17 Fran Lomas - #2/11 and #3/12 Paul Marland #4/13 Paul Taylor - #5/14 Ladies Lisa Spiegler - #6/15 and #7/16 Gavin Camilleri - #9/18 [which was an approach shot] won by Lisa Spiegler who holed in!!! Another great field on Thursday for our Sporters - 1st 9-Stroke played. Winners: 1st Mick Kuzrimine 21 - 2nd Frank Tomasino 20 - 3rd Col Bidgood 17. Col also took the least putts with 11. NTP results: #2 Graeme Anderson - #3 Mattie Smith - #4 Paul Marland - #7 Jamie Smith - #8 Nyall Trickey. Saturday’s Stableford comp had great scoring results, with the Winner Neil Martin on a 41, followed by Joe James on 40. Paul Marland came in 3rd on a c/back to Paul Topper both with 37. NTP results: #2/11 Mens: Paul Marland - #4/13 All In:Col Bidgood with Jo Bishop taking the Ladies on #5/14. This Saturday, a 2-Ball Ambrose will be played sponsored by Liam & Wendy/Queens Hotel - Innisfail. Times: 12.00 Rego; 12.30 Tee Off.

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with big jacks caught on these lures; they certainly are the flavour of the day. There have also been some massive jacks caught by using baits of strips of mullet or fresh herring. Barra are also being caught, although it seems not in the same numbers, this was probably due to the fact the tides suited jacks more than barra. There were some nice grunter caught by those keen enough to fish either side of the late afternoon high tide, however the tides will be a lot better for these great fish this weekend. The freshwater reaches of the Johnston, Liverpool, Tully and Herbert are all fishing reasonably well for sooty grunter and the odd barra and jungle perch. The fishing will improve as the water warms and the sooties start to move up into the higher reaches of the creeks to spawn. Unfortunately we will also see the march

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flies start to hatch during the next two weeks so don't forget the repellent. The weather forecast has been changing almost daily over the last few weeks. At this early stage of the week they are predicting 10 to 15 knots on Saturday and a further drop on Sunday. Boaties should be able to get a more up to date forecast by the end of the week; wouldn't it be great to get back out to the islands and close-in reefs again. Keep your fingers crossed. This weekend either side of the early morning high tide will suit those wishing to chase grunter along the side of the sand bars and rubble patches. The first of the early morning run-in tide or either side of the afternoon low will suit those wishing to fish for barra or jacks. Another alternative would

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erel as we will hopefully see some cleaner water. I prefer slow trolling a large wolf herring, as there are some very big mackerel around during September. Finally there are still

good numbers of prawns and a few mud crabs in the creeks at present so don't forget the crab pots. Good Fishing Roly Newton Tackle World Tully

Ryan Sanga with a solid 45cm Jack taken from a small creek on the weekend.

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THE wet and windy conditions over last weekend limited fishing opportunities to the estuaries and creeks. The small run in the tides were ideal for chasing mangrove jacks with some great fish being caught in both the coastal creeks and the Hinchinbrook Channel. The jacks have been spread out between the lower freshwater reaches of the coastal creeks right down into the main estuaries. This is still early for the main run of jacks, so the fishing will just keep getting better as the month progresses. Small 10cm paddle tail soft plastics and the smaller of the Zerek and Chase Bait prawns have been working very well for me. The further you can manage to cast the lure into the back of the structure the more bites you will get, so go weedless. Small deep diving lures such as the Jackson Jester are also getting good results and there have been plenty of photos on social media

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Arrows Fly at targets in Ingham CYCLONE Horse Archery FNQ had a fun-filled training day at the Ingham Showgrounds Multi-purpose Sports Arena last Sunday, September 13. This ‘come and try’ day was organized for club members, local riders and ground archers travelling locally and from as far as the Atherton Tablelands, also attracting new and enthusiastic members from Townsville. Horse riders and ground archers had instruction and training on foot initially then were given the opportunity to slowly move

Friday, September 18, 2020

up to ridden instruction at a slow walk on experienced archery horses. More experienced members enjoyed a burst of speed while firing at a mix of targets. Arrows are fired from recurve horse bows from horseback, to a series of targets while proceeding along a flagged laneway. As the riders skills develop and horses are trained, one can increase from a walk to a trot and when assessed by instructors allowed to

canter or gallop, depending on conditions and venues. Safety of riders, horses, family and spectators are of utmost importance. Several Club members have competed overseas in tournaments in Japan, Korea and last year in Mongolia, where horseback archery is a national sport. Regular international contests are held in many places around the world. Our club is holding regular events from Cooktown to Townsville and one of the favorite venues is the Hinchinbrook Shire Covered Sporting Arena at the Ingham Showgrounds. There are instructional clinics and competitions planned for the future. New members are always welcome to this fun sport, information is available on our Facebook site ‘Cyclone Horse Archers FNQ’, or call Brian McCarthy (Pres) 4777 4695 or Selena Harding (Secretary) 0407 170 868. The most fun you can have on a horse!