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WEATHER Tomorrow - Saturday Ingham Mostly sunny 20 - 33 Cardwell Mostly sunny 22 - 31 Tully Partly cloudy 20 - 31 Mission Beach Mostly sunny 22 - 30 Innisfail Mostly sunny 21 - 31 Tomorrow - Sunday Ingham Mostly sunny 20 - 33 Cardwell Mostly sunny 22 - 31 Tully Mostly sunny 20 - 31 Mission Beach Mostly sunny 21 - 30 Innisfail Mostly sunny 21 - 31

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Grants program to help in bat wars A STATE government grants program could help Hinchinbrook Shire Council continue its fight to keep flying foxes out of Ingham, says Hinchinbrook MP Nick Dametto.

continual process, the bats have not returned in anything like the numbers we saw last year. It’s important council keep up dispersal activities to maintain that deterrence.

Mr Dametto said he was pleased the Department of Environment and Science announced they would provide $2 million over the next four years (2021-2024) to assist local governments in Queensland to mitigate the impacts of flying-fox roosts on their communities and to better support residents and businesses to coexist with flying-foxes. “This announcement will help councils manage their flying fox problems across Queensland with the financial means to disperse bat colonies in populated areas,” Mr Dametto said.

“This all costs money and I’ll be pledging my full support for any application council makes for one of these grants.”

“Hinchinbrook Shire Council has spent upwards of $250,000 since 2020 to engage contractor Biodiversity Australia to successfully manage our bat colony in Ingham, which was at plague proportions. Although flying fox management is a

Funding will be delivered via six competitive rounds over the next four financial years enabling councils to access funding twice annually over this period. All projects will be approximately 50 per cent co-funded by the local government (including in-kind contributions), however exact contributions may vary in some cases. The grants are split into three different streams: immediate/high-priority actions, development of roost management plans and implementation of roost management plans. The program is expected to launch in the middle of this month with the closing date for round one applications to be about one month following that. Mr Dametto said

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he had enjoyed a strong working relationship with both council and Biodiversity Australia on tackling the bat colonies around Ingham. “Hinchinbrook Mayor Ramon Jayo has really taken this issue by the horns and led from the front. The team at Biodiversity Australia have been consummate professionals at all times. They are the subject matter experts when it comes to these challenges by ensuring flying foxes were not harmed during dispersal activities while also keeping the health and well-being of local people front of mind,” Mr Dametto said. “I believe the work that was undertaken in Ingham during our bat dispersal should be used as a benchmark by the State Government to guide other towns across Queensland on how they can manage their flying fox problem. “In saying that, I believe the State Government has a responsibility to contribute to council’s previous flying fox dispersal which was done at the expense of ratepayers.”

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70 Hectares of Land returned to Gulngay people

CLARE WATSON A significant handover Ceremony was held at 10:30 am on Friday March 26 in Tully Heads, where a representative for Resources Minister Scott Stewart handed over the deeds of 28 parcels of land in Tully and Hull Heads to the Gulngay people in recognition of their ancient rights. “Today marks a significant milestone in the journey of the Gulngay people and their continued connection to country,” Stewart said. The 28 blocks totaled 70 hectares returned to traditional custodians and were transferred as Aboriginal freehold land under the Aboriginal Lands Act. 80 people attended the ceremony, where speeches were given by Local Gulngay man, Traditional Owner, and Gulngay Kinjufile Aboriginal Corporation board member Clarence Kinjun, a representative for Resources Minister Scott Stewart, and CEO of Girringun Phil Rist. Members of the community shared heartwarming talks, with congratulations and happiness all round. “These parcels of land are culturally significant to us as they hold our history, our names, our stories and our healing places, connecting us to our land,” Kinjun said. “This land transfer enables our people to help future generations keep connection to their culture and to their country.” It was a big day for the Gulngay people after many

years of hard work to get the land returned, and this exciting new chapter has them looking forward to a brighter future. “Using our knowledge and connection to country, we’re hoping to work with the local community to grow the region economically, and also educate people who visit the area,” Kinjun said. “This land transfer gives the Gulngay People inalienable freehold title on 28 parcels of land in Tully and Hull Heads, meaning it can never be sold so that future generations can continue to use and enjoy their traditional lands,” said Stewart. “Ownership of this land gives the Gulngay people the ability to manage the environmental and cultural values of the land, whilst providing economic opportunities for present and future generations.” An incorporation was established after they got their Native Title around two years ago, called Gulngay Kinjufile Aboriginal Corporation. A recent achievement for the corporation is a new office located in Tully. Traditional dancing was also a highlight of the day, performed by local Indigenous dancers. “It was an honor to perform traditional dance and witness such a historic event with fellow family and friends, was a very beautiful day indeed,” said dancer and local Girramay woman Erica Muriata. Local Gulngay man Joseph Kinjun said “The ceremony was very enjoyable to see. I’m glad my Grandmothers Doris and Marjorie were alive to see it.” “This recent hand back of parcels of land shows

Gulngay people have finally arrived and formally found their space in today’s broader society,” said Rist. “These legal mechanisms bring Aboriginal people out into the broader societal light as official landholders. Not only as Gulngay people but as the landowners.” “More than ever, they can now practice their customs and cultural rights to their land from many, many generations past.”

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Cassowary Coast Business Women's Network to host breakfast meeting this Saturday CASSOWARY Coast Business Women's Network is holding an informal breakfast meeting this Saturday, April 10 at 9.00am with a booking made at Shanti Cafe in Mission Beach. There is no need to confirm attendance or pay in advance. Just pop in and say hello, catch up with old friends, make new friends, eat delicious food and network with like-minded women. Members of the executive committee will be present to meet and greet, and have membership forms on hand for anyone new to the area who's keen on joining the network. CCBWN's new financial year commenced on April 1 and members are invited to renew their membership or consider joining the network for 2021-22 financial year. The executive committee has

COMMUNITY considered appropriate levels of membership fees for the new year considering COVID-19, the level of committed expenditure required to keep the network fully functional, and a desire to offer members both value for money and quality professional development. Membership fees have been reduced from previous levels in the hope members will continue to fully support the network. New membership fees applicable for the 2021-22 membership year: • Silver membership $60 (down from $70) • Gold membership $100 (down from $125) Gold membership has the added advantages of one (1) meeting attendance for unlimited representatives at member prices and two (2) opportunities to host an event (subject to executive approval). Many of CCBWN's larger corporate members take advantage of this great deal. Membership can be renewed via the following link https://ccbwn.org.au/ membership/ and further information can be found by visiting Cassowary Coast Business Women's Network Facebook page.

Indian cooking workshop WOULD you like to learn how to create a dish with Indian cooking know-how? Register now as Amarjeet takes you on a journey to India on Monday, April

19 from 9.30am-11.30am at Community Support Centre Innisfail, 13-17 Donald Street (orange building). Bookings are essential. For further enquiries and to register, please contact 07 4043 8400.

Mission Beach Girl Guides returning in April AFTER a year in recess, Girl Guides is starting again in Mission Beach from Tuesday April 20! We are going to be getting together every Tuesday from 3:30pm to 5:00pm at The Cottage in Marcs Park – just behind the Mission Beach Arts Centre. So, if you want to try something new and exciting, if you love exciting challenges and making new friends come along and join us. Mums, Dads, and Carers, we are a ‘Girls only’ organization and have been active in Mission Beach for more than 40 years! We provide a safe and welcoming environment for your daughter, where she can achieve goals, grow in selfconfidence, and become an active and important member of our small but loving community. For further information, call Susie England on 0407195514

Reef Guardian Council AS a Reef Guardian Council, the decision was made at Council’s recent General Meeting to commit to the delivery of actions nominated within the Local Action Plan. The Local Action Plan records the diversity of Council’s actions and projects that contribute to Reef health. It aligns with Queensland and Australian Government objectives to improve the long-term outlook for the Reef by addressing key threats such as climate change, coastal development, land-based run-off and direct use. In addition, the action plan also looks at heritage values as an influencing factor to the future of the Reef. As a member of the Reef Guardian Council with a population of less than 50,000 residents, a commitment must be made of at least one action for each objective for climate change, coastal development, landbased run-off, direct use and heritage values. Council developed a fouryear plan, covering the full term of the current agreement between Council and the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, which will be reviewed on an annual basis to reflect commitments for the oncoming financial year. To view the plan, please visit Council’s Reef Guardian website page.

Feral Pig Management Evaluation A comprehensive review of the Feral Pig Management Program was conducted after 10 years of operation. The review considered changes to funding programs; revision of successful actions and where improvements can be made; and examination of other successful programs for ideas that could be

Friday, April 9, 2021 implemented locally. Due to legislative changes that have taken place over recent years, this process also ensured that the new strategy and operational plan are clear to all those involved in terms of roles and responsibility, aligns with the Hinchinbrook Local Government Area Biosecurity Plan, and the Queensland Biosecurity Act 2014. A Hinchinbrook Community Feral Pig Management Program Survey was conducted prior to the program assessment. A link to the survey was sent out via Council’s Facebook page, Council website and also a direct email to growers courtesy of HCPSL, as well as directly to those currently involved in the Council-led program. The survey was open for approximately two weeks and received 34 responses: • 88% of respondents reported some damage to crops from feral pigs; • 59% of those surveyed believed that pig numbers around their properties had decreased in the past five years as a result of the program; while • 20% reported their numbers have increased. In terms of the overall program valuation, over 79% of respondents rated the program as ‘good’ or ‘very good’ for reducing pig numbers, with only 10% seemingly dissatisfied with the current arrangements. In terms of ‘value for money’ and ‘access to support’, the numbers again were very similar with 75% and 85% of survey respondents scoring the program satisfactory or better, respectively for these important measures.

Community Activity Grants Approvals COUNCIL recently approved the following Community Activity Grants (CAG): • $30,000 – Australian Italian Festival to assist with event costs; • $2,000 – Ingham Squash Racquets Association to assist with event costs for hosting the Queensland Squash Northern Region Junior Qualifier event; and • $1,710 – Taylors Beach Progress Association to assist with costs for the Taylors Beach Family Fishing Tournament. The CAG Program is funded by Council to support local organisations and individuals in areas of achievement, community activities, community organisation support, and festivals and events. To find out how to apply, please visit Council’s Community Activity Grants website page.

Local Contractor Awarded Tender COUNCIL approved the awarding of Tender HSC 20/23 – Supply of Quarry Products for Warrens Hill Landfill Facility, to local contractor, Molonga View Pty Ltd for the tendered price of $516,000. This tender is a key component of the Warren’s Hill Landfill Facility Stage 1, Landfill Capping Project. Congratulations to another local contractor.

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Big day out at Cardwell Easter Markets FIONA CROFT THE Cardwell Easter Markets was a welcome start to the Cardwell tourist season bringing an economic boost to Cardwell and the region, an event enjoyed by visitors and locals alike. Over 70 stallholders provided arts and crafts and fresh tropical and mild climate produce from the local area and as far north and south as Cairns and the Southern Downs of Queensland. Fortunately the full COVID lock down of Brisbane didn’t eventuate in Far North Queensland and the markets were open for business. Thea Ormonde - market coordinator from Cardwell Community Events said that there were over 2000 locals, tourists and visitors attending over the day. "Finally we could all come out and enjoy being at a big event that really is the beginning of the Cardwell’s Tourist season,” said Ms Ormonde “It was good to see Cardwell filled to capacity,” Ms Ormonde said.

to the finish line in seconds leaving the other five contestants in the lurch, standing still. Andrew Green, the Crab Consortium Race coordinator said: “Some moved, some didn’t.” Seafood was the menu of the day with oyster shooter appetizer followed by a variety of fish-burgers and chilli and garlic prawn skewers, and the famous Cardwell Lion’s donuts for desert.

speaker: Anne Marie Lescott the first woman to ride her motorbike across the Tanimi Desert in the 1970’s followed by musical entertainment ‘Midlife Crisis’. To find out more about these free events phone 0447 660 248 or go to Cardwell Community Events on Facebook.

The Lions Club raised over $1000 for childhood cancer research. The Toss a Choc activity was a new market addition. For 50 cents people could try and land their coin on an assortment of the Easter Bunny’s chocolates, for a win, win take home prize. Les Everitt purpose built the new game with an encased ice bed to keep the chocolates cool, and it was so popular it will be at every Cardwell Market. Jan Everitt a volunteer with Cardwell Community Events was kept busy with replenishing chocolate treats.

The Cardwell Crab Race drew in a big crowd waiting patiently as the last of over 500 tickets were sold to go in the draw to win one of the racing crabs.

“One girl won eight chocolates, she was a real champion,” Ms Everitt said.

The owner of the winning of the crab also won a $100 voucher to spend in Cardwell.

The Cassowary Coast Mayor was in attendance enjoying the sunshine and all that Cardwell has to offer, and Division 1 Councillor Barry Barnes was

The winning crab sidestepped swiftly

a welcome MC for the day. The next Cardwell market is on Mothers Day, Sunday May 9th The theme is ‘Women on Wheels’ and will have a plethora of women’s bikes and cars. On Saturday May 9th, Cardwell Community Events have the ‘Looking for Adventure’ event with special guest

Funds raised contribute to further Cardwell community events.

Crab Racing Consortium Starter Gemma Hobbs from Townsville, Judge Cienna Sward from Bundaberg (originally from Cardwell) and Crab Coordinator: Andrew Green who kept the crabs on the sideways straight and narrow. Photo by Fiona Croft

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Easter – Walk of Faith

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Do Not Celebrate Greed and Selfishness At The Expense Of Community SARI HYYTINEN NO-ONE benefits when business owners focus on lining their own pockets at the expense of others. This will result in a few ‘big fish’ dominating a small community instead of the creation of growth that benefits all the members of the community. The flow on effect of this kind of mindset is most of the shops will be empty in the community because new business owners won’t be supported for their efforts, and without ensuring you have reasons for people to stay and live in the town they grew up in, they will leave. The community population will shrink, and with it, your potential customer base. It is amazing how much we lose in understanding the importance of community when we focus on making money instead of building community. If you are a community-minded people who can see that when you build community, and foster community values, everyone in the community benefits; then you are the type of person I would love to meet, so we can work together to re-install the traditional values that saw our towns flourish. And I would love to tell the community who they need to know in their own community, so they can assist them. Let’s all work together to ensure that everyone feels loved and cared for, whether they have lived here for a day or for 4 generations. People deserve to have the same opportunities as everyone has the same potential to grow the community in a way that benefits everyone.

Members of Uniting Church Ingham, Life Church Ingham and Tully Family church were excited to gather together to walk from Rotary park Ingham through the streets to celebrate their faith.

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Shane Greenwood

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AS we are coming up to tax time, I thought I would use this to opportunity to talk about the TSC’s Deductible Gift Recipient status. Being a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) endorsed organisation means that the TSC can accept donations from individuals and businesses and supply a tax-deductible receipt. In this way, by helping the support centre, you are receiving a tax deduction. Everyone’s finances are different, so it is important that you speak to your accountant or financial advisor. Every donation you make helps the TSC do the work that we do.

Stays locally and helps locally

Life is full of amazing moments and the best ones should be celebrated with something special

There are so many worthwhile organisations to make donations to around the country and around the world. By making a donation to the TSC, your donation stays in our community and goes directly to helping our community.

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The TSC does not take an administration fee from your donation. Every cent you donate goes directly to helping the community and the program you choose.

Choose what your donation goes to

When you donate to the TSC, you can decide exactly what your donation is used for. It is very important that you are confident that your hard earned money is doing exactly what you would like it to do. You can make donations directly to the Youth Centre; Emergency Relief program; Domestic Violence Service; Mum’s Group; Art and Craft Group; Community Events or the TSC in general.

Shop locally and support locally

Whenever possible, the TSC ensures purchases are made locally. Our catchment area covers communities throughout the Cassowary Coast, and we try and spread the money around as best we can. If we can’t source what we need locally, we always try and stay close to home and buy Australian made. The Cassowary Coast is our community and our home; whenever possible please try and support local businesses. The money you spend locally grows our communities, and provides a better future for our children. For more information on making donations, please contact Shane on 4068 1004 or email shanegreenwood@tullysupportcentre.com.au The TSC is funded by the Queensland Government and services communities throughout the Cassowary Coast. The Tully Support Centre is located at 54 Bryant Street in Tully. Opening hours are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9am to 1pm & 2pm to 4pm, and Wednesday 9am to 1pm & 2pm to 6pm. To register your interest, or for more info about groups and other services, please call 07 4068 1004, check the Tully Support Centre online at www.tullysupportcentre. com.au or follow us on Facebook “Tully Support Centre Inc.”.

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Mission Beach author Eva Welsh has written her 12th book MARIA GIRGENTI MISSION Beach author, illustrator and mother of four, Eva Welsh, has written her 12th children's story picture book about Australian wildlife, which she is planning to publish in the second half of 2021. Her 16-page book was due for publication in May last year, however it has been postponed due to COVID-19. All of Welsh's books are proudly Australian made and owned, printed on paper made from sustainable forests, and in 2014 they qualified for the Australian made and owned logo. Born in Hamburg, Germany, Welsh did her schooling there, and later completed a degree in Hospitality Management/Supervision in Germany which was where she first learned about the kookaburra, as her music teacher taught the class the song 'Old Kookaburra Sits in the Old Gum Tree'. At the age of 24, Welsh moved to Australia and lived in Western Australia for six months before returning to Germany. When Welsh first moved to Australia, she found the language challenging, so used a dictionary and cards with English/German words to overcome the language barrier. Welsh spent several years in Western Australia, then in Bundaberg, and for the past 17 years has called Mission Beach home. Her

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communicating with family in Germany, as Welsh gave vivid descriptions of living in Australia and its unique wildlife. Her writing journey started in Western Australia with her first book 'Adventure Australia', which was her first attempt at black and white illustrations. In 2003, Welsh moved to Mission Beach where she focused on raising her family. In 2009, she started rewriting the story, and painted the galah and swan in her first book. Welsh showed these paintings to her friend Sharon Lord, who was impressed and said Mission Beach needed its own book on endangered cassowaries. Eventually, Welsh painted a cassowary chick and so 'Cassy's Tale' was born, with her first book published at the end of 2009. This was followed by 'Where is Croaky?' in 2010. Welsh self-publishes her books, her typesetter Steve and Fran Barwick live in Perth, and Barry Jones at Quality Press organises printing of the books. Welsh's paintings are done on paper using acrylic, and after the story is written, Sharon Lord assists with editing, before the final editing is done by Kathleen MacDonald from Tully. In her books, she likes to merge educational facts into her fictional stories, which makes reading fun for youngsters up until primary school age. "The aim of my books is that children are inspired to care/conserve for wildlife/environment, so it is preserved for future generations."

Friday, April 9, 2021 Where possible, Welsh intentionally includes characters from previous books in the next book in the series for reader continuity, and tries to incorporate some humour. "A good children’s book should have colourful illustrations, be age-appropriate, and contain wellrelated vocabulary (e.g. crackly, squeak, jump, kick)." "They should have child-friendly definitions of new vocabulary, and a simple and easy storyline that is engaging." More information can be found on Eva Children's Books Facebook page. Visit www.evabooks.com.au for book purchases.

Eva Welsh from Mission Beach has written her 12th children's story picture book which she hopes to publish in the second half of this year.

Locals encouraged to jump onboard mini trains at monthly run days MARIA GIRGENTI FAMILIES and children took advantage of the glorious weather at Warrina Lakes to take part in rides on the miniature trains, at the March Run Day run by Innisfail Mini Rail Club. This is the third Run Day held since the start of the year, and the run held on Valentine's Day in February attracted one of the largest crowds since the opening day in 2017.

rail track modelled on the Townsville Model Train Park which was completed and officially opened on September 10, 2017. Weather permitting, train runs are conducted on the second Sunday of each month from 10:00am to 2:00pm, with parties and private functions also catered for by prior arrangement.

Innisfail Mini-Rail Inc. maintain and operate the 7¼” miniature rail track located at Warrina Lakes, Innisfail.

Costs are $3.00 per ticket or four tickets for $10.00, and children aged three and under ride for free. For safety reasons, it is a requirement closed in shoes must be worn when riding on the trains.

Formed in November 2006, members of Innisfail Mini-Rail Inc. spent 11 years fund-raising and building the miniature

At the monthly run days, Innisfail Mini Rail Club volunteers also run a sausage sizzle, donated by Midway

Innisfail Mini Rail club members with some of the children who enjoyed the train rides at the monthly Ride Day held last month at Warrina Lakes

Butchers, and sell cold drinks, with all funds raised going back to the not-forprofit organisation. They also sell unique souvenir mugs featuring the miniature trains on the tracks and Warrina Lakes for $10. The current committee is made up of Darryl Anderson (President), Narelle Anderson (Secretary/Treasurer) and Willie James (Vice President). Innisfail Mini Rail Club raises funds by firing up the barbecue and running their famous sausage sizzle at ANZAC Park monthly markets. New members and volunteers aged 16+ are always welcome, and annual membership is $25. Training can be provided to anyone passionate about trains who is interested in becoming drivers/guards and maintenance.

Club members meet at Brothers Leagues Club Innisfail on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm, and anyone interested in helping ensure the longevity of the best little train track in the tropics are welcomed. All other Tuesdays and the third Sunday of each month are dedicated to working bees. The Easter Recovery Run Day will be held during the school holidays on Sunday, April 11, and tickets are only available at the gate on the day. Patrons are also reminded to be sun smart and bring their own sunscreen and hats. For more information, please send a message via Innisfail Mini Rail Inc Facebook page. Run day photos can be shared on Innisfail Mini Rail Instagram page.

One of the trains full of passengers that ran during at Warrina Lakes during the March Ride Day

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Thankyou from Ingham Meals on Wheels OUR sincere thanks goes out to all in our community for your continued support and dedication, we are truly grateful...

Thank you to the many kind individuals, groups and families who are making a difference in our community, we could not have helped as many people in the community without your support...because our community cares,

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Special thank you to the Mens’ Shed for the fabulous spice rack they kindly made and donated, Woolworths for the hot cross buns and easter eggs which was thoroughly enjoyed by the volunteers and clients, and the Commercial Laundry for their support always.

MOW Volunteers Sue Kemp and Rosa Marshall, thanking Marshall and his staff at Ingham Commercial Laundry.

The Rick family of Mission Beach make generous donation to FNQYAF MARIA GIRGENTI LOYAL supporters, the Rick Family of Mission Beach, have made an incredible and generous gift to Far North Queensland Youth Assistance Fund, a registered charity based in Cairns. Their most recent donation is the largest the Fund has ever received. The Frank Rick Memorial Fund established in 2000 will now become Frank & Marion Rick and Rick Family Fund and will be the single largest Fund in the organisation. This fund will benefit disadvantaged youth in the Cassowary Coast Region with their education, sporting and cultural activities. FNQYAF committee and members extend their sincere appreciation to the Rick Family for their continued support of the FNQYAF mission which is assisting disadvantaged youth in Far North Queensland to turn their potential into possibilities. Since the FNQYAF was established in 1972, the Fund has assisted thousands of local youths achieve higher education, represent their region and state in sport,

and advance their cultural ambitions, where their financial situation would not have enabled them to do so. Currently, the Far North Queensland community is facing an unprecedented crisis due to COVID-19, so in response, an emergency Community Crisis Fund was formed to assist families and youths through this difficult time. The aim of the Community Crisis Fund is to provide food and medical vouchers to disadvantaged youths, up to 24 years of age, or families in crisis, suffering severe acute financial duress due to loss of job and income as a direct result from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. To find out more about the FNQYAF, Geoff Carr, Rita Carr, Rita Phillips & Ian Merritt. please visit the website https://www. fnqyaf.org.au. The organisation is always extremely grateful to receive any gifts, no matter how large or small. Anyone wishing to make a gift and/ or bequest to the Far North Queensland Youth Assistance Fund, can enquire in confidence via email: fnq.youthassist@ iig.com.au or by phoning 07 4051 6590.

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Congratulations Mission Beach Winners

CONGRATULATIONS to Mission Beach artists, Sally Moroney and Bruce Parry who received awards at the Cairns Art Society Artists of the North exhibition on Thursday 1st of April. Held at the Tanks Art Centre, this event showcases the best examples of Far North Queensland art. The exhibition features over 200 paintings, sculptures and photographs of fauna, culture and places in Australia and overseas. Sally Moroney is a well-known fibre artist and painter who integrates local beach material into her traditional baskets. Her organic approach uses recycled copper wire sewn into vines, rope and fishing nets, creating beautiful and unique objects. Her work titled ‘Shoreline Basket’ won second prize in the “Weave” category. ‘My baskets are made with the traditional coiling technique, that is common to many cultures around the world. I love using old rope found on the beach with palm flower stalks and other natural materials, decorated with shells and found objects.’ Sally Moroney stated. This artist’s career includes studies in Fine Arts and Ceramics at the Cooloola Sunshine TAFE, community arts and art education events and workshops for adults and children throughout the region. Sally became a Life Member of Mission Arts in 2018 for her significant and ongoing contributions to promoting the mission and values of the Mission Beach Community Arts Centre. She is one of Mission Beach's most active communityminded artists. Bruce Parry is a contemporary Mission Beach painter and photographer and has exhibited widely within the

region. His second prize in the Photographic section titled ‘Market Scene Guatemala’, depicts a noisy, frenetic and very colourful market in the mountainous region of Guatemala. ‘The colour and texture in the photograph are provided by the hand embroidered and woven dresses of the women.’ Bruce stated. ‘You can almost “feel” the energy as they all strain forward for a bargain.’ Bruce is a member of the Green artist group which will exhibiting at Mission Arts in August 2021. You can view Sally Moroney and Bruce Parry’s winning works at The Artists of the North - Cairns Art Society, Tanks Art Centre, a free event from Fri 27 Apr - Sun 13 May.

CRIME WRAP

Shortly after midday, officers successfully deployed a tyre deflation device on the Bruce Highway at Babinda north of Howard Kennedy Drive.

Burglary, Jarra Creek POLICE have charged a Tully man after a house was broken into on Monday (March 29). It will be alleged the man has attended an address on Tully Gorge Road sometime between 5am and 5pm Monday and stolen a computer and money from the address. Police will also allege that the man was responsible for a break in at Bulgun at the beginning of March after a stolen motorbike was located at a Murray Street address. Police executed a search warrant at an address on Murray Street Tully on Tuesday, locating the offender and several stolen items. The 42-year-old man is expected to appear in the Tully Magistrates Court on April 29, charged with one count each of stealing, enter premises and commit indictable offence, unlawful use of motor vehicle and burglary and commit indictable offence.

Artwork Title Bruce Parry and his photograph,’ Market Scene Guatemala’

Five boys, aged 13, 14 and 15, and a 13-year-old girl were arrested a short time later after fleeing the damaged Mitsubishi Pajero. All have been charged with unlawful use of a motor vehicle and burglary offences and refused police bail to appear in the Cairns Childrens Court.

For more information, regarding these artist’s artwork, please contact Mission Arts on 4088 6116 (10am-2pm) or email info@missionarts.com.au. Location, MARCS Park, Tully Mission Beach Road, Mission Beach.

Sally Moroney, ‘Shoreline Basket’ • One count of wilful damage • One count of armed robbery • One count of entering a premise and commit an indictable offence. The boy is scheduled to appear in the Cairns Children’s Court at a later date. A 16-year-old Winston boy was charged with nine offences including:

Police believe the vehicle was stolen from a Campion Circuit address in Kirwan sometime between 2.30pm on Saturday and early yesterday morning.

• Two counts of burglary

Multiple property offences, Cassowary Coast

• One count of armed robbery

FAR North Detectives have charged six teenagers following a series of burglary, stolen vehicle and robbery offences over the weekend (April 3 and 4).

The boy was denied bail and will reappear in Cairns Children’s Court next month.

During the evening of April 3, police will allege the group of children, four boys aged 13, 14 and 16-yearsold as well as two girls aged 14 and 15-years-old, forced entry into a Ravenshoe home, before stealing cash, personal items, and a set of vehicle keys which they used to take a grey Subaru hatchback.

• Two counts of unlawful use of a motor vehicle • One count of wilful damage • One count of deprivation of liberty • One count of evade police • One count of enter a premise and commit an indictable offence.

A 14-year-old boy Biboohra boy was charged with eleven offences including: • Three counts of entering a premise • Two counts of burglary • Two counts of unlawful use of a motor vehicle • One count of attempted robbery

Public nuisance, Cardwell

The group then allegedly drove to Innisfail, where they forced entry to an Ernest Street home, before confronting a 65-year-old resident and threatening her with a knife, before stealing her vehicle keys.

POLICE have charged a Cairns man after an incident in Cardwell on Wednesday evening (March 31). It will be alleged the man was on public transport at about 6.30pm, travelling south, when the bus has made its scheduled stop on Brasenose Street, Cardwell. The man has become abusive towards other passengers, yelling and swearing and making threats. Police praised the quick actions of the driver who removed all other passengers until police arrived. The 34-year-old man is expected to appear in the Tully Magistrates Court on April 22, charged with commit public nuisance

Abandoning the Subaru hatchback, the group then used the vehicle keys to steal a red Toyota hatchback.

The boy was denied bail and will also reappear in the Cairns Children’s Court next month.

Police will allege the group were involved in other burglary related offences throughout Silkwood and Innisfail, before attempting to remove a driver from their vehicle at Cowley Beach.

A 13-year-old East Innisfail boy was charged with nine offences including:

UUMV charges, Babinda FIVE boys and a girl have been charged after an allegedly stolen 4WD was driven from Townsville to Cairns yesterday.

The group allegedly attended a Silkwood business on the Bruce Highway, before forcing entry to the business and damaging a large amount of property and stealing several food items. During the morning of April 4, police located and arrested the group and later charged them with significant property offences. A 14-year-old Goondi Hill boy was charged with seven offences including: • Two counts of burglary • Two counts of unlawful use of a motor vehicle

• One count of armed robbery • One count of wilful damage • One count of attempted burglary.

• Three counts of entering a premise • Two counts of unlawful use of a motor vehicle • One count of wilful damage • One count of armed robbery • One count of attempted burglary • One count of attempted robbery. The boy too was denied bail and will reappear before the Cairns Children’s Court next month. A 14-year-old Innisfail girl and a 15-year-old girl were also charged with property related offences and are being dealt with under the provisions of the Youth Justice Act.

SCHOOL

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Celebrate Queensland Youth Week on the Cassowary Coast QUEENSLAND Youth Week (QYW) is an annual celebration of young people aged 12 to 25 and the positive contributions they make to Queensland communities. In 2021 the week will be held from 10 to 18 April and many councils and local organisations are offering lots of fun activities for young people to participate in some of which you can see in the Youth Week events calendar. The Queensland Government is committed to ensuring young people can have their say in policies and programs which affect them. This year, we’re asking young people what they want for a future Queensland and what their ideas are to achieve their vision. The Speak Out series will host three face-to-face events across Queensland. For this year’s Youth Week (10–18 April), we’re coming to you via the Speak Out series. We want to hear your ideas on what a future Queensland would look like and how you think we could get there. Our first stops are Mossman Gorge, Rockhampton and Brisbane, where you can join us in a beautiful outdoor environment for activities and discuss with

fellow peers about how you would like to improve your local community or the state of Queensland. Mossman Gorge (near Port Douglas), Tuesday 13 April, 9.30am–2.00pm, Dreamtime Walk. On the Cassowary Coast QYW will be celebrated at the Johnstone River Community Gardens on Sunday, April 11th with a range of free activities that include the final Bamboo Connect RADF Bamboo Construction Workshop with artist Anthony Ball. A hands on exploration of environmental, structural and social relationships with collaboration and community using bamboo as a medium, culminating in an all ages installation. Wet Tropics Seedsavers Exchange will be promoting the virtues and processes of preserving seed with a workshop and edible plant stall. Innisfail Youth & Family Care will host a Children's activities and Nature play zone. Further workshops include local fibre artists Okka Wikka who will share the skills of weaving coconut fibre. Guests of the event will also be invited to attend

Innisfail State College wins big at rugby league carnival MARIA GIRGENTI INNISFAIL State College had impressive results at the rugby league 9s and league tag competition held

recently at Callendar Park, with their boys' and girls' teams winning all but one age group with well over 200 players, support staff and spectators in

the forage, fibre and garden tours with refreshments available throughout the day, culminating with a Garden Harvest Lunch. Supported by the Department of Child Safety, Youth & Women and Innisfail Youth & Family Care. The Regional Arts Development Fund is a partnership between the Qld Gov and Cassowary Coast Regional Council to support local arts and culture in regional Qld. This event will follow Qld Gov Covid Safe guidelines. Potential attendees WILL NOT be admitted if they have returned from overseas within the last two weeks, have flu like symptoms or have had or been in contact with anyone who has contracted the virus. Entry to the Johnstone River Community Gardens is via the Diverse Learning Centre entrance to the Innisfail State College off Flying Fish Point Road. For further information: Bernard Holden, 0403523244 www.johnstonerivercommunitygardens.org https://www.facebook.com/Johnstone-RiverCommunity-Garden-180264305464090/

attendance.

the students.

ISC, Good Counsel College, Babinda State School and Tully State High School took part with 19 teams spread across the age groups.

The Year 7/8 girls league tag team played in two very closely contested games against ISC, and should be very proud of themselves.

All coaches of ISC teams were committed to ensuring their players were motivated, warmed up and ready to hit the field for their games.

Each year the carnival is organised by Leon Hallie, however it wouldn't be possible without the assistance from Leith Paton (Tully State High School), Shane Rossi (ISC), Peter O’Dwyer (Babinda State School), as well as Kate Haren and Stuart Russell (GCC).

Luke Magnanini, Jack Lodge and Renick Purcell were the outstanding players from 9/10 boys' teams. Their team won all three games and defeated Tully in the grand final only conceding one try all day. The year 11/12 girls’ team won all three games, and players who shone on field were Kimberley Bryant, Juanita Morris, Brianna Stepanoff and Jessie Johnston. The year 7/8 boys, led by Mr. Devine, successfully dominated all three games, defeating GCC 20-16 in a nail-biting final. It was a great team performance with Solomon Cassady, Riley Wells and Christopher Brown displaying excellent on field leadership.

Innisfail State College Year 7/8 rugby league 9s team who won their grand final against GCC

Tully State High School's Jason Hallie is wrapped up by two ISC players in the Year 11 game

GCC were well represented with 60 students, which was enjoyed by all students and supporters. A special thanks to staff members Mr. Russell, Ms. Harman, Mr. Cullen, Mr. Huey, Mr. Vecchio and Ms. Haren for supporting

Miller Pryor sees space and makes a run with the ball

This is the second year Hallie has organised the 9s carnival since taking on the full-time role with the Innisfail Leprechauns. In his junior development role, Hallie attends around 16 schools from Silkwood to Babinda, to teach junior students rugby league skills and play games in a fun environment, to keep up their skill levels and enjoyment of the game with the aim to attract a few new players along the way. The 9s concept has been extremely well supported with ISC and GCC each fielding three teams in the Year 7/8 boys. Tully is well represented each year despite the travel and cost for the students, as well as how late they get back after the carnival. Babinda also has great numbers, with players spread across all grades.

Oliver Nutting and Tyrell Forbes work together to tackle Zac Gracie (with ball)

COMMUNITY

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Easter celebrations at St Rita's School South Johnstone MARIA GIRGENTI IT was a full week of Easter celebrations at St Rita's School, South Johnstone, with an Easter Hat parade, Liturgy and Easter Egg Hunt on Holy Thursday. This was followed by a beautiful Holy Week Liturgy/Reflection where the school gathered as one to reflect on this most important time of the year. Last Thursday, the Catholic faith entered the holiest time of the year known as the Triduum. These days, Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday are a poignant time to remember and reflect on Jesus’ final days on earth and his glorious resurrection. Holy Thursday celebrated the Mass of the Lord’s Supper, which included the washing of feet. The Last Supper was a meal of unity, love and shared life, and it was there the disciples bound themselves to follow Christ wherever he went. At the Last Supper was when Jesus instituted the Eucharist for the Church. Good Friday was a day of fasting and abstinence, with the Lord's Passion celebrated in the afternoon. The Passion of Jesus was proclaimed, and the faithful remembered how he suffered and died for our sins. Easter Sunday is the celebration of

Ebony Riera wearing her Easter hat

Pippa Slingo and Olivia Aquilina with their Easter hats

Christ's resurrection from the dead, and represented the fulfillment of God’s promises to mankind. This is also the end of Holy Week and Lent, the last day of the Easter Triduum and beginning of the Easter season of the liturgical year.

There were some marvellous creations on display in the Easter Hat Parade, which saw lots of hard work go into the making of the hats. A special thanks was given to students and parents who helped organise hats.

A special mention was made to all students who participated so well in the liturgy, as well as the teachers who helped prepare them.

Students also had loads of fun with an Easter Treasure Hunt, along with staff who saw great teamwork and kindness displayed by students.

Ruby Johnson is the picture of Easter cuteness

Innisfail State College leadership team

Innisfail State College string and concert band captains

Innisfail State College Year 12 student leaders

Innisfail State College Year 8 student leaders

Innisfail State College Year 11 student leaders

Innisfail State College Year 9 student leaders

Innisfail State College Year 10 student leaders

DINING OUT

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BUNMEE’S – TWO GREAT RESTRAURANTS ON INNISFAIL RIVERFRONT ESPLANADE TEVE and his lovely wife Bunmee have been married for 20 years, working together for most of this time. After spending twelve years in the Northern Territory, where Steve worked as a club manager and Bunmee as a cook, they returned to Far North QLD four years ago and searched all along the coast for the ideal location to realise their dreams of operating their own business, deciding that the Far North was the place to be. When the coronavirus lockdowns happened, they could no longer open the restaurant they had been operating for 18 months, and began looking for their own establishment. Thus the Riverfront Café was born, a fully licensed café featuring delicious Australian cuisine with good coffee, desserts and your beverage of choice, in an ideal location with absolute riverfront views on the well-maintained Fitzgerald Esplanade. “Some say we are a bit crazy for opening during this time, but the people of Innisfail and [the] surrounding areas have show great support for the café,” Steve said. In the last few months, they added their Thai food operation with Bunmees Thai Kitchen from the same venue, so now they can offer two different cuisine varieties at one stop. The warm welcome is out all week, being open 7 days from 6:30am for breakfast and lunch, with Dinner on Wednesday to Saturday nights.

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Riverfront Cafe is open for Breakfast and Lunch 7 days from 6:30 am, serving all afternoon Wednesday-Saturday and closing at 3 pm Sunday-Tuesday

Bunmee’s Thai and Aussie Kitchen Wednesday to Saturday Night, 5 pm til late

OPEN: 7am - 2pm Sun-Wed; Open from 7am until late for dinner Thursday, Friday and Saturday night

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TULLY – PHONE: 4068 1180 BISTRO open 7 days a week for LUNCH 12-2pm; and Mon–Sat for DINNER 6-8pm Due to Covid Restrictions Bookings are a Must We are the Club that entertains with Trivia, Bingo, Poker, Pokies, Keno. There is something for everyone, so come in and become a Member TODAY – Still only $5 for a year.

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HEAR YE, HEAR YE Nestled amongst and established garden, with quality built-ins in all four bedrooms, master built, modern kitchen that is open plan with the upstairs dining and lounge. From the kitchen step into the large laundry, once again with plenty of cupboard space and adjacent to the rear timber/entertainer deck. The modern bathroom has a plunge as well as a shower recess and separate toilet. All floor space upstairs, apart from the kitchen/laundry have polished timber floors. Contact Leisa Spinella:

Endless possibilities NEW to the market - 9.2 acres (3.73 Ha) of flat usable land in the Mena Creek area. The property has an off grid solar power supply with the added bonus of electricity connected to the house if required. Features include a dam, horse stable, shed, fenced garden area and a shed to raise chooks and pigs. A great property to set yourself up for permaculture, livestock, crops or selfsufficient living.

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4 2 2 land area 622 sqm • Situated in the sought after suburb of Cullinane. Lovely executive home with 4 bedrooms. All bedrooms have built-ins, fans and air conditioning. • The large main bedroom has an ensuite and walk in robe. • Open plan living areas are tiled and the kitchen is modern with beautiful granite bench tops. A covered entertainment are overlooks the garden. • Solar panels help with the power and in the back yard there is a garden shed. $410,000 - List # 9856 http://aarealty.net/property/9856/

2 1 1 land area 88 sqm A great opportunity awaits for an investor or first home buyer with this well maintained townhouse close to town with an updated kitchen.. • Currently tenanted for $230 per week. • Pool in complex. • Walking distance to town. • Carport with lockable storage. $120,000 – List #1322 http://aarealty.net/property/1322/

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4 2 2 land area 1603 sqm This four bedroom dwelling is right in town with a multitude of sheds and undercover parking. The home is well set out having two bedrooms and a verandah that can serve as a childrens play area / craft room or office. Modern kitchen complete with pantry and dishwasher, separate dining and spacious lounge area. Shower and toilet, downstairs there are two more bedrooms, and another shower and toilet. Entertainment area, laundry, air conditioning, ceiling fans and fully fenced. The property which is zoned business frame would be ideal for a home based business with Council approval. A must see. $330,000. http://aarealty.net/property/1287/

4 1 1 land area 1,012 sqm This cottage is nestled in a quiet village with a land area of 1,012 sqm. The home which is in need of repairs consists of three bedrooms, one bathroom, one toilet, kitchen / dining combined and a separate lounge. Single carport, front deck and entertainment area. There are a variety of shade trees and some fruit trees. Close proximity to popular schools, Post Office, convenience store, café, sports club and park. Handy to beautiful swimming holes and a short drive to the Innisfail CBD and most other facilities. $95,000 http://aarealty.net/property/1312/

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Husband of Linda. Loved Father and Father-In-Law of Jasmine and Colin, Timothy and Susan, Belinda (dec) and Mark, Naomi and David, Robert. Loved Grandad of Alana, Laura, Keira, David, Liam (dec), Jacob, Jade, Kalen, Ryan and Natalie. Great Grandad of Maisie.

COCHRANE, John William Beloved Husband of Betty. Brother of Michael. Brother-In-Law and Uncle of the Bentley, Lavis, Goldfinch, Wallen, O’Neill and Farkas Families. All Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend a Funeral Service for John, commencing at 10.00a.m., Monday, 12th April, 2021 at St. Clare of Montefalco Catholic Church, Mars Street, Tully. Followed by interment in the New Tully Lawn Cemetery. The Lawn Bowls members are welcome to wear their uniform. The service will be live streamed via: www.blacksfunerals.com.au/tribute-centre

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RURAL the optimum time of harvest, early, mid or late. This information is based on the local trial work undertaken through the TVMG, and once a variety is recommended for commercial planting, we track its progress through the seasons to make sure of its commercial reality. Other aspect of the guide include Pachymetra ratings and a brief planting guide.

IT is that time of year again, time for the pre-season meetings that are planned for next week, April 12-16. For many years, these meetings were breakfast meetings with three held in the Tully district and they typically went for 3 hours. Since 2020, and the various Covid restrictions that came into place we had to change to a series of smaller meetings with no food involved. We had seven meetings last year and will do the same this year, and if there is the demand, we can run more. One of the main purpose of these meetings will be to release the 2021 Tully variety guide to the industry. This will be the 5th year this document has been prepared for the local industry and is the culmination of work between the Tully Variety Management group and SRA. The guide outlines which of the varieties released since 2013 can work best for each Tully sub district and

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This local guide is meant to complement the SRA Wet tropic guide that has a lot more information, especially on pest and diseases. We say the SRA Wet tropics guide provides 90% of the information needed for a grower to make a decision about a new variety and our local guide provides the other 10% but this is a vital 10% as it relates to local conditions. SRA provide the graphic artist who once again has done a great job setting up the guide in an easy to read format. Other topics to be discussed at these meetings will be updates from TCPSL covering the latest CAPA report, 2021 seed plots, Single eye setts and nutrient management planning. All meetings are designed to go to about 1.5 hours with the schedule on the right. For more information call TSL on 0400 586 968 or TCPSL on 0429 022 702.

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April 12 1pm El Arish John Gillis Shed April 13 8am Syndicate Tom Harney shed April 13 1pm Euramo Bryce Henry shed April 14 1pm Lower Tully Don Colls shed April 15 8am Warrami Alf Nucifora shed April 15 1pm Riversdale Merryport shed April 16 8am Kennedy Megadeen Hamilton road shed

Rent reprieve for cyclone-impacted primary producers in North Queensland MORE than 1500 primary producers impacted by Tropical Cyclone Niran will receive a land rent reprieve as part of the Queensland Government’s disaster assistance measures. Resources Minister Scott Stewart said more than $213,000 worth of land rent due between March 1, 2021 and August 30, 2021 would be automatically deferred for up to six months.

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“The Palaszczuk Government understands just how important our $60 billion food and fibre industry is to not only Queensland, but all of Australia, and we are doing everything we can to support landholders during this tough time,” Mr Stewart said. “Primary producers on leased state land in Cairns, Cassowary Coast, Hinchinbrook, Mareeba and Tablelands areas won’t have to pay their land rent until 1 September 2021. “Many primary production lease, licence and permit holders in these affected areas are doing it tough financially and emotionally as they recover from not only property damage, loss of income and businesses including crops and livestock, but also COVID-19. “Farmers on pastoral leases in this region will have one less thing to worry about.

“To make this process as easy as possible eligible landholders have had their rent automatically deferred, they don’t have to do anything further to take up this offer of assistance. “This is practical assistance to help ease the financial burden on cycloneaffected leaseholders as they make the first steps on the road to recovery.” Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries and Minister for Rural Communities Mark Furner said the assistance would be important for FNQ producers who had suffered damage from Cyclone Niran. “I visited Innisfail in the wake of Cyclone Niran and the producers I met were doing it tough,” Mr Furner said. “This additional assistance will help to give affected producers the breathing space they need to get back on their feet.” Land rent relief applies to businesses, farmers and individuals that hold a lease, licence or permit to occupy for primary production purposes on state land. Landholders still suffering hardship after this deferral period can seek further hardship assistance by applying online. For further information, visit www.qld. gov.au/environment/land/state/rents/ deferring/

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science matters gregory swan Germs - Enemy or part of our existence? COVID19 anomalies COVID19 provides a once in a lifetime looking glass to review the fundamentals of our current understanding of pathogens. With details recording and up to the minute data analysis of hospitalizations, deaths and recoveries, there is a huge pool of epidemiological data to draw from. Not only this, but every treatment imaginable is being testing against COVID19 in clinical trials, including the use of the erectile dysfunction drug Viagra to potentially alleviated COVID19 effects. There have been some fascinating results, most interestingly that the best antiviral the FDA could approve for COVID19, Remdesivir, was found to be almost totally useless. The WHO within months of FDA approval, issued a recommendation against its use in

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any circumstance. Even in the original trials it did not affect fatality in any significant manner. Interestingly, steroids and antiparasitics seem to be the most promising to date. The epidemiology of COVID19 also offers fascinating insights: Africa, India and Asia are mostly untouched in a way that can not be explained. The mainstream’s current answer is: Africa and India are hiding all COVID19 deaths and Asia was very good at social distancing and contact tracing. This just is not the reality; most of Asia, India and Africa is too poor to shut down for a low fatality rate virus, and can not utilise social distancing due to working conditions, communal living/ bathrooms, etc. If COVID19 was causing widespread disease we would be seeing videos of people dying in the streets in front of hospitals, but life is normal. This is a fascinating insight as it indicates that something is driving COVID19 fatality other than the virus contact spreading, there is some cofactor, potentially another disease or as many scientists have stated, an environmental cofactor like pollution levels. This environmental cofactor being required for COVID19 epidemiology to make sense indicates that terrain theory is highly relevant, there could be something throwing the body off balance which makes

it vulnerable to COVID19. If an infection is the bodies response to disequilibrium, then what is throwing the body off balance? This is an important question that very few experts seem willing to ask. Nine out of 10 critically ill COVID19 patients had low vitamin D, many are obese or have comorbidities such as diebetes or heart disease, but also young healthy people are getting very ill and dying of COVID19. Another interesting anomaly is that recent research has shown that only 50% of those dying from COVID19 on a ventilator have detectable SARS-CoV-2 levels in their blood. As the PCR tests are incredibly sensitive and are being operated at unheard of sensitivities, this indicates that the idea of SARS-CoV-2 being the only thing making people sick makes very little sense. These are important questions to be asking during a pandemic, even if they challenge current scientific dogmas. “Judge a man by his questions rather than his answers.” — Voltaire Gregory Swan is an independent researcher, having a formal training in analytical chemistry with experience running biotechnology companies. He has been involved with studying COVID19 and assisting multiple commercial companies with research and business operations.

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Soil health the key to reducing fertiliser rates WHEN it comes to soil, the O’Kane brothers like theirs as soft and crumbly as cottage cheese. It’s a strictly gorgonzola-free zone at Chris and Michael’s sugarcane farm where four years of new practices - from mixed species fallow crops to biofertiliser, minimum tillage and mound planting are changing the soil’s structure and its crop-growing potential. Cheese references have become technical terms these days for an ever-increasing number of farmers who are just as focused on what’s happening underneath the earth as what’s growing up above it.

The O’Kanes were among 39 Wet Tropics growers to take advantage of the Australian Government’s Reef Trust IV tender program, delivered through natural resource management organisation Terrain NRM. The program is helping to finance changes reducing fertiliser use on these farms, and potentially on other farms in the future.

sunflower and this year also sun hemp.

Chris says he and Michael are also fine-tuning their fallow crops.

“If there’s one message that’s ringing true, it’s that diversity above the ground gives you diversity under the ground. Hopefully, at the end of the day we’re reducing our inputs even further, saving time and money and leaving the land in a better condition.”

“Dad always planted bean varieties but that usually consisted of one type of legume,’’ he said. “We’ve moved to a mixture of soya bean, cow pea, lab lab,

“We’re aiming to increase our organic matter and improve our soil structure more than anything. We saw the results almost straight away with soil structure – the soil crumbles in your hand – and we’re noticing that maybe ratoons are lasting longer so we’ll keep watching that to see if it’s related.

The O’Kanes have reduced their artificial fertiliser rates by more than 30 per cent as a result – dropping from 156kg to 108kg of nitrogen per hectare with minimal impacts on their crops or production levels. “We’ve done our homework – we’re not scared of trying new things but we don’t rush in either,’’ Chris says. “If we believe something’s going to work, we’re up for giving it a go.” The third-generation cane farmers are embarking on another big change this season, forming mound rows for fallow crops that will become long-term cane rows. It’s all about reducing soil compaction. “Traditionally at planting time we would cultivate the whole paddock by discing, ripping and rotary-hoeing,” Chris says. “This year we will be moving to zonal cultivation using one implement, a bed renovator, to prepare the bed only where the cane set is to go. “With the help and guidance of farmers in the Ingham district we are modifying our billet planter into a mound planter. So once planted, the paddock is finished as far as cultivating. There is no more filling in to get the right ground profile for the harvester.” Chris said learning from growers in other districts had removed any concerns about potential issues like reduced cane strike rates, stool tippage and loss in production. Learning from others about biofertilisers has also helped. “Once you’ve been shown, it’s pretty easy to catch on – we’ve been brewing for four years now,’’ he said. “We apply bioferts to each paddock twice a year, spraying nine rows at a time with a mixture of effective micro-organisms and trace elements. It’s a recipe we were given. We need 20,000 litres for the farm – it takes about three days to make 10,000 litres but the beauty of it is it stores well so it can be made when there is time.”

East Feluga cane farmer Chris O’Kane showing other growers his mixed species fallow crop.

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Noorla Ladies' Bowls SOCIAL Results 31st March J. Gigente, G. Rose, S.Cotton (19) C. Pizzi, R. Rose, C. Ellems (15) M. Todd, S. Pizzi, R. Peterson (20) G. Bison, C. Hewett, K. Wegert 9 Results of Championship Pairs M. Bandiera, C. Kirby (26) def. C. Pizzi, V. Raiteri (11) Pairs final and A Singles: First round to be played Wed 14th April 9am. C. Cobb, C. Hewett vs M.Baniera, C.Kirby A Singles: C. Ellems vs A. Wegert, C. Pizzi vs R. Rose Smoko Roster: Wed 14th C. Ellems Wed 21st N. Mancuso Wednesdays Lucky Winners: C. Pizzi, C. Ellems, R. Rose

South Johnstone bowls ON easter Monday, 18 bowlers played two games of 3 bowl triples with the team of Tony Burns, David Leach and Cathy Hitchings being the overall winners for the afternoon. In the Men’s A Grade Pairs final, Kiwi Deegan and Kevin Foorde were victors over Shane Mc Inerney and Tim Kerrigan. This Friday Night is the return of Barefoot Bowls, with a sausage sizzle at 6:00 pm and games at 6:30 pm. Cost is $15 and all members and visitors are welcome to attend for a fun night of bowls. Sunday the 11th of April there will be pennants practice for both the Men’s Division 1 and Division 3 bowlers, with games commencing at 9:00 am. If possible, please make yourself available to attend.

Ingham Ladies Bowls UNDER very windy conditions and a threat of rain, two games of championships were played... Championship singles: Judy Fenoglio defeated Janice Casanovas 25–11 Championship Pairs: Bev Eddleston, Pat Miguel defeated Maria Moore & Carmel Wickens 17–9 Social Bowls: Roslyn Doherty, Luisa Di Bella, Norma Evans def. Maria Spano, Jan Colson & Elsa Piotto 16–8 Nominations for Consistency singles and Championship Triples open on the 31-03-21 and close 21-04-21. Ingham Goodwill will be played at Ingham Bowls Club on 7-04-21. Cards called at 12:45 for a 1pm start.

Tully Bowls EASTER Saturday at the Tully Bowls Club a game of OPEN TRIPLES was played, with players from Ingham in the South through to and including Cairns in the North.

A full green was accomplished, and a total of 48 men and women competed in 3 games of 15 ends. Each game set to last a timeframe of one hour 45 minutes. The day started out overcast with the weather threatening to rain at any time. The first game was completed without any interruption, lunch was taken, but, before the second game could commence, the sky opened up. The players sheltered and enjoyed one another’s company, whilst watching the green becoming covered with water. After a number of attempts to clear the water from the green by some Tully players, the rain slowed and the decision to commence game two was made. The next two games were completed, and the players gathered for afternoon tea and the presentation of the winners. Two consolation prizes were awarded to teams drawn from the “bucket”. (Boxes of Easter eggs). The winners on the day were the Team of Mick (Dutchy) DeVries, Ian Humphries and John Phillips. Second place were the team of Eddie Rick, Judy Rick and Glynnis Buttigieg. Third place were the team of Elsa, John and Dwain Piotto from Ingham. Upon the success of the day, the Tully Club has decided to make this an Annual Event on the FNQ Bowls Calendar.

B. Cummins def.16 S. Maggiora, C. Gard, V. Holland 16 to 11 Social – Triples: M. Marbelli, J. Eyre, K. Haupt def. M. Blake, M. Thompson, C. Bartrop 19 to 13 Social - Triples: A. Fudriga, R. Fichera, J. Hugo def. L. Schifilliti, K. Nixon, G. Hooper 22 to 13

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INNISFAIL Ladies were very happy to have recorded their first pennants win on Tuesday when they defeated Edmonton. It was a most exciting game with the win only being decided at the end of the event. Innisfail Ladies enjoyed yet another Wednesday of social bowls and hospitality of the South Johnstone ladies. A short afternoon of bowls was decided upon due to the heat and that all ladies who attended had played pennants on Tuesday in extreme heat. With the imminent laying of the new green at Innisfail, it is expected next Wednesday’s bowls will be played at Innisfail. The ladies are looking forward to

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Ingham Bowls WINNING Team... John Holmes, Luisa Di Bella & Andrew Cole. • John Holmes, Luisa Di Bella, Andrew Cole def. Gary Brierley, Norma Evans & John Hamlyn 21-8 (22 points to 5). • Judy Fenoglio, Joey Di Bella, Pat Ryan def. Maria Moore, Len Mahon & Peter Herman 24-20 (19 points to 10). • Kevin Lawlor, Jan Craven, Tony Koop def. John Lone, Grace Cockrell & Cliff Johnson 24-21 (18 points to 12). • Bev Eddleston, Dav Horsley, Russell Peterson, Allan Torielli def. Eric Dundas, John Eddleston, Alf Di Bella & Ren Cantatore 16-12 (20 points to 9). Men’s competition set down for 11/04/21 at 8:30 am (TBC) Fours Final. J. Di Bella, J. Crossman, G. Torrisi, P. Kite vs A Di Bella, J. Piotto, R. Cantatore & R. Bassaglia Social Mixed Bowls will be played 11/04/21. Call 07 4776 2117 by 12:30pm to have your name on the board. Men, please check the notice board for Blue and Purple Pennant selection

Silkwood bowls WEDNESDAY March 31 social bowls Delmo Tarditi and Tim Wallis defeated Alan Hudson/Barry Green and Ann Hollingsworth - 13/17 Sunday April 7 Denise Charman, Alan Hudson and Russ Marsden defeated Delmo Tarditi, Mick De Vries, and Beverly Marsden 27/20

Babinda Bowls THURSDAY social bowls day was a bit quieter than the previous two weeks, with rain looking ominous. However, no rain bothered the players, and winners were Brandon Smith/Ron Omodei over Gavin Blee/Jim Azzopardi. Names in by 1 for 1.30pm start this Thursday. Next week’s competitions: Check the board and/or organize own games! Pennants to commence Saturday 17 April, with Babinda combining with the Innisfail Club. If unavailable to play, ensure the Selector is aware by putting you name in the book.

Hinchinbrook Shire Mayor Ramon Jayo with the winners of the ‘Allamanda Fours’ - Elsa Piotto, Lynette Melvin, Luisa Di Bella and Grace Cockrell.

Macknade Bowls PLAYED on: Thursday 1 April 2021 Social – Rinks E. Piotto, M. Marbelli, J. Hugo, K. Haupt def. L. Marbelli, A. Fudriga, D. Piotto, M. Piotto 22 to 14 Social – Rinks S. Richards, J. Piotto, F. Rosadi, R. Fichera def. B. Haupt, L. Schifilliti, J. Eyre, M. Hugo 24 to 21 Played on: Easter Monday 5 April 2021 Easter Monday was a fun day with plenty of chocolate prizes and hot cross buns for afternoon tea. Thankyou President Michael for sponsoring the day. Social - Triples: B. Haupt, G. Nixon, J. Righetti def. J. Thompson, J. Leach, M. Hugo 19 to 17 Social – Triples: L. Marbelli, F. Rosadi,

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GOLF Results 3/4/2021: Today we played the April Monthly Medal for prizes donated by Hotel Tully, Tully's Top Pub. Due to the reinforced COVID Rules, play was started in a shotgun fashion under dark skies, being a typical golfing day at the Tully Lakes Golf Club. Winning with a score of 67 nett was Jim Boston, beating home second place winner Johno Dean who had a 70 nett, who beat third placed Mike Ellicott on a countback. Rounding out the places was Sue Hamilton. NTP'S went to 2/11 Ladies Sue Hamilton who also took out 5/14, 2/11 men's Johno Dean, 7/16 Ladies Kim Robertson, & the men’s Jim Boston who also took out 9/18. The club would like to wish our American friends Larry & Sue Hamilton all the best, and hope they enjoyed their time at the Tully Golf Club. Thursday's Sporter's winner was Graham Sinton, with a score of 18 points. 6 hole winner was Vessa Hyytinen, with the rundowns going to Roy Favier & Geoff Grainger, with Rob Milini showing he's still got the old magic in the flat stick, winning the putting with 12. NTP'S: 1/10 Steven Wells, 2/11 Geoff Grainger, 7/16 Mike Kennedy who also won 9/18 A Grade. B Grade went to Jim Boston & C Grade winner was Neil Reardon. Golf Results Monday 5th of April: Today we played a Bisque Bogey for trophies kindly donated by Island Coast Radiators & Windscreens. Winning the day with an unbelievable score of plus 9 was Amar Gurung beating home second placed Graham Boyd who finished with plus 7, 3rd place went to Jim Boston on plus 4 with Mickey Davis rounding out the placings with plus 2. NTPS 2/11 & 5/14 Ladies Kim Robertson, 2/11 men Jim Boston, 7/16 Amar Gurung, & 9/18 Alex Gilbride. Next Saturday’s comp is a Single Stableford sponsored by Tackle World Tully. On a sad note, the Tully Golf Club would like to send our condolences to the family of one of our Life Members, Allan Sellars, who passed away today. Rest In Peace Allan, you will be missed by many.

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OUR fairways & greens got a very busy work out last week, with 4 comps played, starting with TUESDAY’s Stableford: Winner - Brad Davis with 40 points [at this rate Brad’s handicap will be reduced] - R/Up Marie Pavan on 38. NTP results: #4/13 All In Tony Haydock - #5/14 Ladies Marie Pavan, and the Approach shot on #8/17 Lisa Spiegler. SPORTERS Thursday played the 1st 9 Stroke - results as follows: Winner Lindsey Perkins with 31 - Lindsey also won the Least Putts with 12. Tony Gray came in 2nd on a C/Back to Harry Spiegler both on 34. NTP’s results: #2 Jake Perkins - Rhys Camilleri had his tee shots spot on, winning #3,#4 and #7

- Peter Threlfell won #6 , which is our Bar Voucher for $50 [a happy man is Peter]. All winners thank AS AUTO who sponsored last Thursday’s Sporters. We had a great field on SATURDAY for our April Monthly Medal, which is sponsored by Brothers Leagues Club/ Innisfail. Results: MENS Winner Neil Worsley with 62 Nett, followed by Tony Haydock on 64 Nett. Ladies results were very close, with the Winner Kelly Cavallaro on 68 and Caryl Lavell on 69. NTP’s Mens #2/11 - Lindsey Perkins #4/13 Gavin Camilleri - #5/14 Ann Glover [back on a visit to us from Darwin]. All our winners thank Brothers for their ongoing sponsorship of our Monthly Medal. EASTER MONDAY a Stroke event played with Wayne Bolton winning on 62 Nett, followed by Tony Haydock on 64. Wayne then played a direct shot to win NTP/Mens on #2/11, Ian McLaughlin won #4/13 and Hipas Donald won the Ladies on #5/14. Shot of the day would have to go to Jo Bishop, who nicely ‘plugged’ her ball in the mud on #4/13, but the 2nd attempt to dislodge it put it out, across the approach and into the hole!! [I dare you to do that again!] It’s not too late to nominate for our OPENING WEEKEND tomorrow and Sunday - Time Sheet at the Club or contact Jo Bishop on: 0418 317 262.

unless eating or drinking, so please bring your mask with you • 1 person per 2m2 rule in clubhouse for patronage The committee thanks all members for adhering to the requirements. Upcoming events: April 9 - Friday Sporters competition April 10 - Custom Build Constructions Single Stableford April 11 - Junior Golf

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April 14 - Wednesday All Sporters April 16 - Friday Sporters competition April 17 - In Electrics Single Stableford April 18 - Junior Golf April 21 - Wednesday All Sporters April 23 - Friday Sporters competition April 24 - Top End Apps 2 Ball Ambrose April 25 - Junior Golf April 28 - Wednesday All Sporters April 30 - Friday Sporters competition

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CONGRATULATIONS to Stephen Lyons, who was the lucky winner of the Innisfail Junior Golf Easter raffle. The club wished to thank everyone who supported their fundraiser, and the next raffle will be for Mother’s Day. Innisfail golfer Caine Cockle was part of the Peninsula School 10-19 years Regional golf team, who played in Queensland State Titles at RACV Royal Pines Resort on the Gold Coast last week. There was a birdie, some pars, great moments, monster drives and the short game was a little tough. After two days of play, the event was cancelled due to the three-day COVID-19 lockdown in Brisbane, however it was a still great experience for Cockle. Wednesday All Sporters - March 24 1st – Glynis McGrath - 20pts 2nd – Caine Cockle (Jnr) - 19pts 3rd – Geoff Johnston - 19pts After clarification from Golf Australia and Queensland Health, these are the updates on how the new COVID-19 restrictions will affect the clubhouse, patrons and golf course which are in place from March 29 until revised by the Queensland government. Previous rules still apply to the golf course i.e. no touching of flags/pins, no rakes etc. • There is a maximum of 4 person groups for playing golf • One person per motorised cart on the golf course, unless wearing masks or a family • Check-in at clubhouse via your mobile phone as per previous • The clubhouse can open, only to seated dining and drinking • Members, guests and bar volunteers must wear a mask inside the clubhouse

Innisfail golfer Caine Cockle was part of the Peninsula junior golf team, who played two days of the Queensland titles on the Gold Coast before it was cancelled due to COVID-19 Brisbane lockdown

Junior golf winners Sam Costello, Max Costello, Brennan Coffey and Declan Coffey

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Cassowary Coast Athletics hit the ground running

Ava Lyons taking part in long jump MARIA GIRGENTI CASSOWARY Coast Athletics has started their season strongly with over 60 registered across all age groups and membership numbers continuing to grow. Established in 1997, Cassowary Coast Athletics has produced many national and Australian champions over the years and is celebrating 25 years of operation in 2021. The club has invested in the purchase of electronic timing gates system for eight lanes to capture athlete's times, which will eliminate manual timekeeping with results uploaded immediately. These will be available to be accessed online via the ResultsHQ app. These gates will be used on club nights, at Regional events and can be hired out to schools for sporting events. Club nights are held every Friday (weather permitting) from 5:15pm at Castor Park, Mourilyan, with athletes taking part in a set program of five events with a canteen running on most club nights. For those new athletes who want to come and try, they can attend a twoweek trial period for $5 per athlete per night. Athletes aged five years of age

Cassowary Coast athletes have hit the track and honing their skills on club nights are welcome to sign on, and annual registration is $125 for returning athletes (aged 5 to 16 years) and $160 for new athletes. This can be completed online via www.laq.org.au. If families are eligible, FairPlay vouchers are accepted by the club, and can be handed to centre manager Brenda Gracie on club nights. The family-friendly club has a great bunch of volunteers, but are keen for fresh faces as many hands are needed to run our club, especially to ensure club nights run smoothly. At the AGM held last November, the 2021 - 2022 executive committee was elected, which includes Brenda Gracie (Centre Manager), Gavin Devaney (Assistant Centre Manager), Sabine Zieger (Treasurer), Andrea Devaney (Publicity Officer), and Stephen Toolen (Program Officer and Technical Officer), and welcomed Kylie Franks to the centre management committee who has taken on the dual role of Secretary and Grants Officer. The club is not just for youngsters who have a gift for athletics, as it places an emphasis on building skills and confidence in every child. Little Athletics is not about winning, but about doing your best. The focus of the club is about helping athletes to achieve personal

bests, while having fun and staying fit. There is also a focus on participation, enjoyment, technique, setting personal goals and continued self-improvement, rather than merely to win.

For further information, please contact Brenda Gracie on 0414 996 201. Members can visit Cassowary Coast Athletics Facebook page for further information on club nights and updates.

Cassowary Coast athletes learn discus throwing tips from CCA parent Maria Guglielmi

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Shane Muriata JUST like Luke Skywalker did in the original trilogy, I will still stay faithful to the Bronx Force even as the evil Empire the Melbourne Storms Striking Back was not enough for this Jedi to flee the Republic yet. Ok, so that being said, let’s take a look at the heroes and zeros of the 2021 NRL season start so

The Cowboys failing to ride the 8 secs.

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far. Well. Look, I am not going to say too much about the Cowboys except they look absolutely terrible against the Cronulla Sharks in the Shire. They seem to be waiting for someone to do something, and let me tell you, dropping Cliff looks a little silly now. Sure he has been a little off-colour, like the time I tried new tanning cream when I went for the Fabian Tauli look last Xmas, but that seem like a silly idea now that they have tried it. Benny Hampton is a good player, but he is not playmaker around the ball, more or less maybe a running one at best. And with the word that Michael Morgan is being forced to retire due to ongoing injury issues, this is the part where I wanted to tell everyone “I told you they were going to struggle big time post JT”. Will anyone stand up? It’s hard to tell, but it’s getting to the point where the least favourite time of my footy week is watching them on TV. The other team that hasn’t got on the ladder yet is the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles. Geez, how bad were the Eagles last weekend, sort of reminds me of a bad Home and Away show where you just wana turn it off and bake a cake, because I love cake. The only thing decent coming out of QLD these

days is the bananas that are being packed in the Tully and Babinda area, but other than that the Gold Coast Titans are flying the flag as the only team worth watching. The Roosters look set to struggle with a lot of long term injuries to key players, and you know what, I don’t care, as long as they keep losing. Duane and Fred Dakas Panthers look like the only team looking any worthy of a title at this stage, whereas the green machine are starting to ‘Hulk Up’ for the season. Newcastle and the Tigers look as worthless as a Paul Galen autograph, and the Bulldogs are as frightening as a bag of kittens. The only teams worth talking about is the Parramatta Eels and the Dragons, because these guys are just going about their business in great fashion. Talking about fashion, If you see a mate of yours getting around with a mullet, make sure you shout him a beer and a give him a hug. I heard last week they were trying to outlaw the hairstyle in a lot of workplaces, which is ridiculous to say the least. So make sure you do us all a favour and get on down to your local scissors people and ask for the Daley special, the mullet on grill. Happy tipping people.

The Payne is real for the Broncos.

Even Cherry Evans don’t seem ripe.

Cassowary Coast Cyclones cricketers do clubs proud in T20 Barrier Reef Big Bash tournament MARIA GIRGENTI CASSOWARY Coast Cyclones senior cricket players have done their clubs proud in the inaugural T20

Barrier Big Bash tournament, played over the past few weeks in Cairns. Unfortunately, Leon Walker had limited game time in the tournament, due to rugby league commitments

with Innisfail Leprechauns. A special mention goes to A grade captain Rhys Camilleri, who was part of the undefeated and grand final-winning Piccones Badgers team, and was presented with the prestigious Player of the Tournament Award. Camilleri scored 145 runs in the tournament at an average of 48.3, and helped his side get home in some close games. The Badgers team franchise is owned by John Piccone and the team captain is Jake Roach. Australian former international cricketer, Ian Healy AO who played for Queensland, presented the Maher Family Cup to the Badgers team. The next T20 Barrier Reef Big Bash tournament is scheduled to take place in September. Rhys Camilleri (Piccones Badgers) 145 runs @ 48.3; Strike Rate 98.6 3 catches, 1 assisted run out, 1 stumping Luke Corlis (Designer First Homes Dare Devils) 2 runs @ 2.0; Strike Rate 40.0 5 wickets @ 24.0; Economy: 6.0 runs per over 1 catch, 1 unassisted run out Vicky Kumar (Designer First Homes Dare Devils) 55 runs @ 13.8; Strike Rate 117.0 1 wicket @ 19.0; Economy: 9.5 runs per over 2 catches Luke McAvoy (Halpin Hurricanes) 48 runs @ 16.0; Strike Rate 141.2 5 wickets @ 25.2; Economy: 7.2 runs per over 4 catches

Cassowary Coast Cyclones cricketer Rhys Camilleri, who was part of the winning Piccones Badgers team in the T20 Barrier Reef Big Bash, was presented with the Player of the Tournament Award.

Leon Walker (Twomey Schriber Thunder) DNB DNB

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Tait's Family Martial Arts students achieve belt gradings MARIA GIRGENTI

Family Martial Arts Cairns, recently

MASTER Chrys Tait, of Tait's Family Martial Arts Innisfail and Brad Hope

hosted a Black Belt examination with internationally

known,

dual

Master Sung Soo Lee at Innisfail East State School Multipurpose Hall. Tait's Family Martial Arts students were very fortunate to have Grand Master Lee travel from Sydney and visit Innisfail, as he has not travelled anywhere else in Australia due to COVID-19. Grand Master Lee, aged in his 80s, is a 9th Dan in Taekwondo and Hapkido, 2nd Dan in Judo and 1st Dan in Karate, whom the Tait family have known since 1996. He stated in his report that all students ranging in age from 12 to 50 years displayed a high level and dynamic performance in all areas of their syllabus. Students grading in Taekwondo were as follows: Cindy Rohan: 5th Dan Glenn Dahlenburg: 3rd Dan Topu Kennington: 3rd Dan Brendan Rexter: 3rd Dan Brad Reid: 3rd Dan Meleka Henseleit: 3rd Dan Stanley Laifoo: 2nd Dan Jessinta Rexter: 2nd Dan Joaquin Avena: 2nd Dan Zac Gracie: 2nd Dan Bo Caine Cockle: 1st Dan Ella Giueni: Cho Dan Bo Students grading in Hapkido were as follows: Topu Kennington: 3rd Dan Brendan Rexter: 3rd Dan Stanley Laifoo: 2nd Dan Jessinta Rexter: 2nd Dan Angela Harrold: 2nd Dan Bo Joaquin Avena: 1st Dan Caine Cockle: 1st Dan All students showcased their skills of

Grand

Grand Master Sung Soo Lee and Master Chrys Tait with the sword seminar participants

Grand Master Sung Soo Lee and Master Chrys Tait with Hapkido candidates

T I D E T I M E S

JOHNSTONE RIVER APRIL

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0.95m 3.42m 0.94m 3.01m 1m 1.72m 3.33m 0.97m 3.05m 1.09m 3.19m 1.01m 3.04m 1.22m 3.02m 1.06m 2.99m 1.37m 2.83m 1.12m 2.82m 1.55m 2.63m 1.2m 2.81m 1.74m 2.43m 1.3m 2.7m

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knife and fan defence, swords, long and short stick patterns, breaking boards and tiles, as well as sparring during their examinations, which took over three hours to complete. In the afternoon, Grand Master Lee conducted a seminar on sword cutting. Tait's Family Martial Arts faced their share of challenges in 2020 with COVID-19, and then a fire which destroyed their Dojang on Fitzgerald Esplanade last April. Since their Dojang has been out of action, classes have been held at Innisfail East State School Multipurpose Hall. Master Chrys Tait (6th Dan) and her son Duane (5th Dan) are instructors, and offer classes in Taekwondo, Hapkido, Arnis de Mano and Tai Chi, Mondays to Thursdays from 4.00pm 6.15pm. Instructor Mick Hartwell also runs Taekwondo classes at Kurrimine Beach Community Hall on Tuesdays from 5.00pm - 6.00pm. In January 2021, Tait's Family Martial Arts hosted a Poomsae seminar of international standard run by Maddy Houston, a Commonwealth Games bronze medallist in team Poomsae and a multiple National champion in individual, team and freestyle Poomsae. Houston, who recently turned 19 has been training for 18 years having trained under Master Damien O’Flaherty, and is currently 5th Dan Bo. She is a head instructor of Factor10 Martial Arts in Brisbane, Chairperson of the Australian Taekwondo Queensland Poomsae performance and judging committee, as well as an Australian Taekwondo Poomsae referee. For further information on classes, please visit Tait's Family Martial Arts Facebook page.

HULL HEADS APRIL 0.92m 3m 0.95m 2.64m 0.96m 2.92m 0.96m 2.68m 1.05m 2.81m 0.98m 2.68m 1.17m 2.68m 1.01m 2.64m 1.3m 2.51m 1.06m 2.58m 1.46m 2.34m 1.12m 2.5m 1.62m 2.17m 1.2m 2.4m

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Fishing News

FISHING

WEATHER conditions were not suitable for boats to travel out to the main reefs last weekend, however boats that have ventured out during the better weather this week have mainly reported great catches of both Coral Trout and Nannygai. Closer in around the islands, good numbers of Grass Sweet Lip and some nice Island Trout have been caught. The small run in the evening tide we experienced over last week was ideal for chasing fingermark in the deep holes around the islands. Unfortunately, the islands were out for the smaller boats, however there were some very good Fingermark caught in the sheltered waters of the Hinchinbrook channel. The fishing in the estuaries remains a little tough due to recent rain, however it was not all bad news with some good fish still being caught. The Coastal creeks were a hive of activity as fishers did day trips during the breaks in the weather. Some very good Grunter were caught around the mouths of the rivers, and the Queen Fish and Trevally have also started to move into the creeks. There have also been some Barra and Mangrove Jacks caught, mostly during the first of the run in tide, and of an evening. It seems the recent rain has also affected the crabbing, with isolated reports coming in of catches mostly around the river mouths. I treat the Hinchinbrook channel as a completely different fishery as you can always find a sheltered

spot, and with effort normally find areas of reasonable water quality. You need to find this water quality; if you fish the fresh water and wind affected areas, your chances of success are poor. As mentioned earlier, there were some good Fingermark caught, and most boats in the know managed some nice Grunter. The Barra and Jacks were a lot tougher, however some good fish were still caught by persistent anglers that managed to find schooling fish. Although not in numbers, the odd Threadfin Salmon has also been caught in the Hinchinbrook area. The Hinchinbrook area has also been the most consistent place to go for a feed of crabs. The coastal creeks have been feast or famine, depending on water salinity. The young gun anglers have been doing very well in the freshwater reaches of the coastal rivers, especially the feeder creeks into the Tully river. Apart from the normal trophy Jungle Perch, there were a couple of huge sooty Grunter caught, one 45cm and another massive 50cm model, these are exceptional fish out of a creek. As mentioned last week, I have just spent a week fishing out of a mother ship south of Weipa. We timed the trip to coincide with the runoff, and weren’t disappointed. We managed large numbers of Barra and some massive Jacks. I managed a P.B. 52cm. Jack. A first time Barra angler, John Jones from Brisbane caught his first Metery, and my daughter Toni landed a 1.2 meter Queen fish. The crabs were plentiful, with up to 5 big bucks in some pots. We were guests on the mother ship Eclipse and guided by Weipa Sport fishing, with Tully local Jack Grinstead proving he is a top guide and fisherman. At this early stage of the week, the various weather sites are predicting good boating conditions for this

Toni Newton and guide Jack Grinstead with a 1.2m queenie.

Daryl Young with an Average sized Kirk River barra.

RoLy Newton

AVID angler, Jase Braun aged 11 from Innisfail went out with skipper Alistair on Hooked Up Fishing Adventures Mission Beach on Tuesday, April 6, an early birthday present from his Mum and had a fantastic time. He was thrilled to catch an 83.5kg Golden Trevally and 60cm Gold-Spotted Trevally in the morning near Dunk Island. Both fish put up a great fight and Jase needed some help to reel in the heavier Golden Trevally but was able to bring the Gold-Spotted Trevally on his own.

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NEW BERKLEY PROTECH LURES IN STORE NOW weekend. With the weather conditions changing constantly over the last few weeks, make certain you get a weather update before taking on a trip out wide. Either side of this weekend’s morning high tide look ideal to be fishing for Grunter in the coastal creeks or along the flats in the Hinchinbrook area. If I was hoping for Barra and Jacks, I like the look of the first of the incoming afternoon tide. Another option would be to fish the drains in the heart of the Hinchinbrook Channel during the last half of the dropping tide in the middle of the day. Don`t forget the crab pots. Good Fishing Roly Newton - Tackle world Tully

Roly and Toni with a double hook up.

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Jase Braun with his 83.5cm Golden Trevally

Jase Braun with his 60cm Gold-Spotted Trevally

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Braxton takes out gold at the State Championships

Emily O’Brien after placing 7th in the final for the 400m FALLON ROOCKE BRAXTON D’Urso is one of five locals that recently attended the Little Athletics State Championships and walked away with two gold’s and one silver medal. All five juniors that competed are to be commended on reaching state level, as all performed incredibly well to represent the Cassowary Coast region. Braxton D’Urso, Emily O’Brien and the Fay family, including Lincoln, Bronte and Charlie all made their way down to the Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre (QSAC) for the McDonalds Little Athletics State Championships from the 19 – 21st of March 2021. The QSAC's Main Stadium features a brand new, state of the art 10 lane Rekotan track surrounding a rectangular playing field – the perfect venue to host the Championships. It was this stadium that was filled with junior athletes from across the state. While all athletes competed well, it was Braxton who took out gold for his age category. He won 1st place in the 100m and 200m sprints as well as 2nd place in the 70m sprint. Grinning from ear-to-ear, Braxton’s Dad, Carl D’Urso said, “I was extremely proud of Braxton, to walk into a big stadium like QSAC was not only daunting for me but must have been extremely daunting for him.” “To Braxton it was just another race, but to me he was a superstar. The mixture of emotions when he won was very overwhelming and to say I was proud is a massive understatement.” Braxton is 8 years old and attends Mourilyan State School. While Braxton said, “he doesn’t love the

The Fay Family, Lincoln, Bronte and Charlie at the Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre training part”, his results speak for themselves.

efforts” CCA commented.

“Brax is an amazing, natural talent. He always shows up to club nights, and is incredibly humble. His performance at states was amazing! We can’t wait to see what he achieves at other meets this year,” the Cassowary Coast Athletics (CCA) committee commented.

“Overall, all competitors did a brilliant job and should be commended for their efforts.”

Also representing the Cassowary Coast, Emily O’Brien competed incredibly well, placing 7th in the final for the 400m and narrowly missed making the finals for the 100m and 200m. “Emily has been with the club for less than a year, but has already impressed. She is such a wonderful role model for the younger kids. To make the final for the 400m at states on her first go is amazing. She narrowly missed the final in her other two events. It’s hard to believe she is new to this sport! Well done Em!” CCA commented.

The Cassowary Coast Athletics was established in 1997 and has seen countless juniors grow and better themselves as part of the community organisation. “Being part of Cassowary Coast Little Athletics has been great, for a small club we have a lot of parents who volunteer there time to help out and run successful meets every Friday night. The kids really enjoy it and love spending time with their mates,” said Braxton’s Dad, Carl D’Urso. Cassowary Coast Athletics are always happy to welcome new members, so for more information visit the Cassowary Coast Athletics Facebook page.

The Fay family also demonstrated their natural athletic abilities with Charlie beating her previous personal best in shot put by 90cm. Bronte equalled her personal best for long jump as well as beating her previous record for the 400m and Lincoln excelled in long jump for his category. Overall, Lincoln competed in the triple jump, 200m, long jump, and discus, Charlie competed in the 200m, long jump, 400m, 100m and shot put, and Bronte competed in the long jump, 400m, discus, 100m and shot put. “Lincoln, Bronte and Charlie were all keen to experience States and all of them achieved PBs in nearly all of the events they took part in over the course of the weekend. We are very proud of all of their

Braxton won 1st place in the 100m and 200m sprints as well as 2nd place in the 70m sprint.