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Centenary Celebrations at All Souls’ Victoria Estate THE charming stone church by the Victoria Estate sugar mill has been the backdrop for many a happy wedding photo, but it has a poignant history. Back in 1918, the Estate was a thriving village of workers associated with the mill. But eleven young men from there went to the war in Europe and did not come home. The grieving families paid a shilling weekly from their modest pay packets, sold raffle tickets and raised money to build a church on the Estate. The young men were to be remembered and honoured in this sacred

space. CSR donated the grounds to the Anglican Church and the families gathered and, brick by brick, created the church. The first service was held one hundred years ago next year. Later, the Turkish government donated the canon to the Anglican Church as an acknowledgment of the sacrifice of the families and as a peace offering. It still stands in the grounds. Over the decades, the families of the young men have continued to worship at the church, there have been prayers of tears

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and sorrow, but also of joy at baptisms and weddings. The church is not just a memorial to the past, but also a sign of the eternal hope of the future. The families and the love have continued through the generations. To honour the men who fell in war, and the families who have worked and prayed through the generations, the Anglican church is holding a centenary celebration in the weekend of August5/6/7 in 2022. There will be a Friday reception and drinks, a garden party on Saturday afternoon under the raintrees at All Souls, and a church service on Sunday at 9.30 am. We are looking for descendants of the men who died in war, to gather histories and stories, and are also inviting anyone with connections to the Estate to share memories. For further information, contact Rev Rosemary Dunn on 4776 2014.

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A Passion for Print JILLIAN CABLE

THE passion people have for their local newspaper and their desire to have a much bigger say in its future were revealed in the largest national survey of almost 4200 Australian country press newspaper readers in rural, regional, and outer suburban areas. Conducted in November 2020, the survey was part of the Australian research project on how regional newspapers can thrive in the digital era. The project, ‘Media Innovation and the Civic Future of Australia’s Country Press’ (LP180100813), was led by news-media scholars and experts from Deakin University, RMIT University, and Country Press Australia. It was supported by $250,000 from the Australian Research Council, one of the Federal Government’s main competitive research funding agencies, and by Country Press Australia. This survey is the first of two national surveys, with the second, a survey of non-newspaper audiences, to be launched in the second half of 2021.

The survey found that readers overwhelmingly view a printed copy of their newspaper as an essential service for the community and that there is continued strong demand (and passion) for the printed product in rural and regional Australia. Of particular note, it found that readers are 2.6 times more likely to read their local newspaper in print rather than digital format. The results also revealed that readers are five times more likely to go directly to a local news website than use Google or Facebook and are ten times more likely to use it than a Council website for their local news and information. The project determined that the majority of audiences prefer a printed newspaper with younger generations also part of this trend, and audiences overwhelmingly viewed a printed copy of their newspaper as an essential service for their community. The survey’s respondents strongly believe (and hold passionate views) that they should be invited to have a say about government policies and

Health Matters Our Science Matters weekly columnist has become intensely busy with his professional projects and can no longer contribute regularly for a while. We are pleased to welcome professional Naturopath and former ambulance worker Mark Sargent as our new Health Matters columnist.

Trouble healing? You may be Zinc deficient. MARK SARGENT I have decided to launch my Health Matters journey by delving into the realm of nutrient deficiencies. I see many clients who suffer from a wide array of nutrient deficiencies, and many of them may surprise you, given we live in a country where access to quality, nutritious food is not restricted. Zinc is one of our essential nutrients, and yet approximately 47% of the population is at risk of zinc deficiency (1) Zinc is either directly responsible, or assists, in hundreds of functions within the body, included, but not limited to, regulating Gene expression, anti-viral activity, brain development, DNA and RNA synthesis, assisting in the absorption of B group vitamins, sexual health and development, wound healing, insulin production and action, and improving carbon dioxide transport in the lungs. Zinc is also used therapeutically for the treatment of acne, diarrhoea (acute), alcoholism, anorexia nervosa, Autism, burns, inflammatory bowel diseases, improving immune function, loss of smell and taste, growth retardation, infertility, prevention of prostate cancer, manic depression, poor appetite (especially

on waking), hearing loss, hypertension, rheumatoid arthritis, and many more.. (1)

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decisions affecting the future of local newspapers and any such policies affecting the future of local newspapers would influence the way they voted at the next Federal election. Notably, there is a culture of ‘free’ that exists among local news readers, where people believe content should be readily available without cost to audiences. They hold a distinct preference for local newspapers to be collaboratively funded by a range of relevant stakeholders, including government, to ensure their future and overwhelming indicated that any additional government funding for local news should be directed to employing more local journalists to report news, over increasing digital connectivity and digital products. More than thirty per cent of respondents had experienced a natural disaster (fire, flood, or cyclone) within their community in the past two years and wanted local newspapers to do more to inform people on where to go and what to do in an emergency and help a community to pull together to make sense of the disaster. This was a clear priority over investing in digital software and technology to improve 2010. 2. Britannica.com. "Homeostasis". britannica.com. [Online] Encyclopedia Britannica, May 27th, 2020. [Cited: August 9th, 2021.] https://www. britannica.com/biography/LawrenceJoseph-Henderson. Mark Sargent holds an Adv. Dip. Nat. and has his own practice in the Hunter

This brings up an important point regarding supplementation of any kind. Do I need it? This is a question you need to discuss with your Naturopath or Dietitian, as I do not condone selfprescribing as a rule. That is why we do the study, to advise you on what is best for your individual needs.

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Whilst the survey was distributed in digital format, it was evident from the survey responses and comments that the printed newspaper is considered vital to rural, regional, and suburban areas, especially for older audiences and those living in areas where internet access may be poor, or for whom it is unaffordable. The findings also found that local audiences are loyal and develop life-long patterns of engaging with local newspapers in areas where they live and work or have a sense of connection. It is clear that ongoing advocacy for the survival of the printed product is in the interests of all who wish to engage with local news and remain socially connected to their communities. Print is and should remain a powerful way to communicate. Your local newspaper is the best way to connect your business to the community and your advertising dollars assist in ensuring its survival. For more information, please visit the project’s website: www. localnewsinnovation.org Valley, NSW. Mark also holds an Explosives License in NSW with 10 years’ experience in explosives use for mining and quarry, and explosives’ manufacture. He was employed by NSW Health as an internal ambulance for Prince of Wales & Prince Henry Hospitals and the Eastern Heart clinic.You can contact him @ shotfirer777@bigpond.com

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Obviously, not all the conditions mentioned are directly attributed to a zinc deficiency, but they can be a contributing factor. The human body is a complex biological entity, which requires the right balance of nutrients in which to complete the thousands of chemical reactions required to maintain homeostasis (Homeostasis means any self-regulating process by which biological systems tend to maintain stability while adjusting to conditions that are optimal for survival) (2). Therefore, maintaining this balance is critical if we are to stay healthy. As with all nutrients, they are best obtained through our diet, and this is no different for zinc. If you are a meat eater, then zinc deficiency should not be an issue, however, if you suffer from an inflammatory bowel disease, you may not be absorbing nutrients in an effective manner and supplementation may be warranted. It does not end there, as other factors such as competition from other minerals can block the uptake, causing imbalance.

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Postponement of Mundoo State School’s 126th Celebrations

IT is with much sadness that the Mundoo State School P&C Association has made the difficult decision to postpone the school’s 126th anniversary celebrations and annual fete this Saturday, August 14, due to the uncertainty of the current COVID-19 situation in Cairns. The casual meet and greet at the Currajah Hotel in Wangan on Friday, August 13, has also been postponed until Friday, October 22. Mundoo State School 126th celebrations and annual fete has been rescheduled for Saturday, October 23. Memorabilia will be going on sale this week and online purchases can be made via the Mundoo State School and Mundoo State School 125 Year Celebration Facebook pages. Those families who have pre-purchased ride tickets, can contact the school office for reimbursement, or they can be redeemed at the rescheduled date.

Cassowary Coast Business Women’s Network THE Cassowary Coast Business Women’s Network is hosting their monthly August event on Tuesday, August 17, at Hotel Tully. Gold member Louise Robertson, will host a workshop: ‘Your Success is a Decision, not a Destination.’ Louise will guide attendees through a hands-on workshop and teach them mindset tools, to help them let go of the negative thoughts holding them back, and to step up and choose success. Time: 6:15 - 6:30pm: Arrival 6:30 - 7:00pm: Networking 7:00 - 7:30pm: Dinner 7:30 - 8:15pm: Workshop 8:15 - 8:30pm: Dessert 8.30 - 9.00pm: Networking Meal: Alternate drop Please advise of dietary requirements when booking. Cost: Members $40/Non-members $45 RSVP by 5.00pm on Friday, August 13, 2021. Bookings for the event are via https://www. trybooking.com/BTFYG only. Due to COVID-19 safety precautions, bookings cannot be taken at the door and must be done in advance. CCBWN have a variety of different meeting styles, including interesting and informative guest speakers and fun, motivational, educational, and interactive workshops. Every person has an opportunity to market their own business or enterprise to network members and guests, as well as meet and mingle with other businesswomen in the region. The next CCBWN event will be held on Tuesday, September 21, in Innisfail. For further information, or to become a member of the region’s leading business network, please visit https://ccbwn.org.au.

The coming week in Tully Saturday, August 14 TULLY Girl Guides will hold a Cake Stall on Saturday, August 14, from 8am. They will be situated in front of Tully Drapery. Come along and support the Girl Guides and be tempted by lots of cakes, slices, Peach Blossoms, and Lamingtons.

COMMUNITY Monday, August 16 THE Tully Branch of the Red Cross will be holding its Annual General Meeting on Monday, August 16, commencing at 10am, in the Hall within the Hospital Complex. For more information, please telephone Noelene Byrne on 0407 168 874.

Wednesday, August 18 THE Tully RSL Sub-Branch will be conducting a service at the Rotary Park, Wongaling Beach, in front of the Memorial Plaque to celebrate Vietnam Veterans on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, at 10.00am. All Veterans, families, and the general public are invited to attend. There is a ‘Meet and Greet’ at the Mission Beach Resort after the ceremony, with nibbles and refreshments. Please contact David Ryan, Secretary, Tully RSL Sub-Branch on 0437 298 201. The Tully performance of the Belladiva – The Skylark Tour will be held on August 18, with the doors open at 10am for a 10.30am start. Following their successful Queensland State tour in 2017, the vocal trio Belladiva return to share re-imagined operatic classics and celebrate the world’s best songwriters from Joni Mitchell and The Rolling Stones to Sarah McLachlan and Neil Young. Belladiva’s gorgeous combination of classical voices, angelic harmonies and playful musicianship makes the familiar new again with breathtaking modern interpretations of everything from Summertime to Yesterday. Tickets can be purchased through www.trybooking.com/BRYQD

Saturday, August 21 GOOGARRA Beach Caravan Park will be holding their next Trivia Night on Saturday, August 21, starting at 6.30pm. The theme is ‘All about the 1950s and 1960s’, so put your thinking caps on! The cost is $7.00, and nibbles will be provided. The bar will be open. Please telephone 4066 9325 to book a table.

Hinchinbrook News in Brief

The 30th Ingham Arts Festival Exhibition Opening FRIDAY, August 6, 2021, saw the Official Opening of the 30th Ingham Arts Festival at the TYTO Regional Art Gallery. The exhibition opening was a successful night with a total of seventy-seven attendees. Visitation numbers to the TYTO Regional Art Gallery significantly increased over the weekend, with parents and caregivers attending. It is fantastic to see the locals participating in these wonderful events. This opening was a display of art, craft, and photography of all varieties, completed by primary and secondary school students within the district, who were competing in the 30th Ingham Arts Festival 2021. The exhibition will be on display daily between 10.00am and 4.00pm until Thursday, August 26, 2021. For further information, please contact the Council’s Regional Art Gallery on 4776 4725 or by email gallery@hinchinbrook.qld.gov. au

Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) Round One 2021-2022 Now Open DO you, or someone you know, have a project idea that could contribute to Arts and Culture in the Hinchinbrook Shire? Applications for funding through the Council’s Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) Program are now open until 5.00pm, Friday, August 27, 2021. RADF provides funding to successful applicants for up to 70% of the total project cost. To download an application form, please visit the Council’s Grants and Funding page and submit your application to council@ hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au. For further information, please contact the TYTO Regional Art Gallery on 4776

Friday, August 13, 2021 4725 or by email gallery@hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au. The Regional Arts Development Fund is a partnership between the Queensland Government and the Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland.

Illegal Dumping REPORTS are being received of illegal rubbish dumping occurring in parts of the district. Most disappointing is the nature of items being dumped. The normal excuse Council receives when culprits are apprehended is that they cannot afford the tip fees. That, however, makes no sense when you see what is dumped – normal daily household refuse which goes in the red wheelie bin. Items such as microwaves, washing machines, clothes dryers, and prams, which are mostly comprised of metal, are recyclable and free to dispose at the tip. Investigations into the most recent incidents in the Cassady Beach area are continuing. Somebody always knows something and with traceability of products ever improving, illegal dumpers will be caught. Illegal dumping significantly costs the community, due to the necessity for clean ups. If you can assist with any information, you are urged to please contact the Council’s Illegal Dumping Officer.

Community Activity Grants (CAG) Round One 2021-2022 Now Open THE Council invites applications for Community Activity Grants from Monday, July 5, 2021, to Monday, August 16, 2021, for the Quarter One funding round. Applications are invited for: • Community High Achievers ($250 individuals or $700 for teams of 3 or more); • Community Group Support (Up to $1,000); • Community Activities (Up to $2,000); • Moderate Events (Between $2,000 - $5,000); • Major Events (Up to $15,000); and • Signature Regionally Significant Events (Up to $30,000). If you have an event, activity, training, club operations’ work, or competition, which occurs in or represents the Hinchinbrook Shire, please put forward an application. To download an application form, please visit Council’s Community Activity Grants page and submit your application to council@ hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au.

Forrest Beach Community Clean-up Event THE Council, in partnership with Tangaroa Blue and ReefClean, have organised a Forrest Beach Community Clean-up event on Saturday, August 14, 2021, commencing at 6.30am at Progress Park, Forrest Beach. All debris collected will be entered into the Australian Marine Debris Initiative (AMDI) database. After the clean-up event, you are invited to attend a complimentary barbeque supplied by the Forrest Beach Progress Association. All participants on the day go into the draw to win gift vouchers donated by the Forrest Beach Takeaway and Forrest Beach Hotel, which will be drawn during the brunch. Please note that you will be required to be present during the draw to win. To register your interest, please visit www. eventbrite.com.au/e/forrest-beach-community-cleanup- tickets-160693956951.

Singapore Daisy Inspection and Control THE Council wishes to advise that inspection and control of Singapore Daisy will be undertaken in the areas of Cordelia and Bambaroo from Wednesday, September 1, 2021, with completion anticipated by Friday, September 17, 2021, weather permitting. Singapore Daisy is a restricted invasive plant under the Biosecurity Act 2014 and has been targeted for removal under the Hinchinbrook Local Government Area Biosecurity Plan. For further information on this program, please contact Council’s Biosecurity Team on 4776 4740.

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Woodworking talents of four local adults are celebrated

Volunteer, Allan Woodnutt, with Ash-Leigh Gleeson,Vernon Congram, and Jeremy Kiernan are proud of their woodworking creations which picked up awards at the Innisfail Show. Absent: Vang Vue.

UFO festival Cardwell 2021 CARDWELL’S famous UFO Festival was back with a bang this year and had locals and visitors flocking to the foreshore for the extra-terrestrial activities. The festival stretched the whole weekend from Friday, August 6 to Sunday, August 7. Cardwell businesses decked out their town in all things alien and supernatural for the annual event, in celebration of Cardwell’s reputation for being a UFO sighting hotspot. Throughout Saturday, guest speakers hosted C-Files, shared experiences and research about aliens at the Cardwell Community Hall. On Saturday night,

the foreshore was a buzz with live music, alien exhibits and costumes, food trucks, and beverages. On Sunday morning, the weekend was completed with a huge market selling all manner of goods on the beautiful foreshore greens, bringing crowds of people from all over to the small town. The Alien Festival is organized by Cardwell Community Events, and they are already planning the next event in 2022. If you attended the festival, head to the ‘Cardwell Community Events’ Facebook page and submit your feedback for a chance to win a $100 Visa card.

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MARIA GIRGENTI FOUR local adults with special needs have shone with their woodworking talents picking up awards at this year’s 106th Innisfail and District Show. Vang Vue won second place with his herringbone table made of pallet wood and Vernon Congram won first prize for his rustic jigsaw picture frame made of driftwood and pallet wood. Ash-Leigh Gleeson was awarded third prize for her unique dog feeder station made of pallet wood, whilst Jeremy Kiernan received a Highly Commended for his teapot stand made of pallet wood. This is the first time all four submitted entries to the Show, and they were encouraged by Innisfail Woodworkers Guild member, Harry Townley. Innisfail Woodworkers Guild Secretary, Melissa Gleeson, who has been involved in woodworking since 2012, approached the Innisfail Show Society, and they established a new woodworking section for Adults with Special Needs. The four participants attend the Innisfail Woodworkers Guild workshop at Innisfail Showgrounds twice a week on Mondays and Wednesdays, where they work on individual projects for two hours. Vang Vue who only started doing woodworking this year was thrilled to be awarded second place. They are supervised and assisted by support workers employed by local NDIS service providers and volunteer mentor, Allan Woodnutt. The Innisfail Woodworkers Guild has been very accommodating with access to their workshop facilities and openly welcomed these four participants and their support workers to their woodworking family. With the Show over, participants are working on new projects with Ash-Leigh working on a table, Vang making a vegetable planter box on wheels made from pallet wood, Jeremy taking on the challenge of a floating table and Vernon is making a herringbone coffee table.

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As free as we are independent SARI HYYTINEN THE best thing about being born into a western civilisation is that I live in a society that educates me and gives me the opportunity to progress into becoming the person that I want to be. This is a fundamental and foundational difference to other types of society and is what motivates people to want to move to a country like ours. Through history, we have warred amongst ourselves for multiple reasons, such as access to resources, and different cultural and religious beliefs. The amazing thing about growing up in a community that has Christian values is that it provides its members with a strong identity and, therefore through this strength, the ability to ‘welcome the stranger’ and accept people from all walks of life. Whether you are a believer or not, it is an important to recognise that this country’s values and democratic political system have a strong JudeoChristian legal and moral basis, as has those of Great Britain, Western Europe, New Zealand, and the United States of America. You may wish to ponder on the legal system that would have prevailed or could prevail if extreme versions of other religions or political movements dominated. Do you believe that you would exercise the same democratic rights under such vastly different systems? These thoughts were provoked by this week’s Census. If more people do not identify as Christian or Jewish, or have no faith at all, will that cause our fundamental societal structures, values, and, indeed, identity, to change

We are now in the habit of not noticing changes in our society because they happen slowly over time. We are now accepting things that we would never previously have accepted. This is both a positive and a negative. As a woman, I do not want a system in place where only men have an opinion of consequence. As a victim of a serious accident, I do not want a system in place that does not provide consequences to a person who had done the wrong thing. This was the final result, as the company for whom he worked used a barrister who knew how to play the system. As a voter, I expect our Federal, State, and local elected members to uphold the truth and conduct themselves with honesty. As a member of the Australian community, I appreciate that I have rights, but I also know that I have responsibilities.

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El Arish Cent Sale a tremendous success AROUND 300 people attended the popular and successful Cent Sale in the El Arish RSL Memorial Hall on Saturday, August 7. The event was organised by the El Arish State School Centenary Sub-Committee as part of fund-raising activities to celebrate the school’s centenary next year. The school turns one hundred years old in May 2022 and this centenary will be celebrated during the September 2022 school holidays.

One hundred and ten quality and excellent value items were donated by local businesses and members of the community. These were attractively displayed and proved extremely popular with attendees. The sausage sizzle and afternoon tea were welcomed by the large crowd of supporters.

Event was capably organized and directed by May Perger, assisted by Jean Dal Zilio. The Sub-Committee thanks all the diligent volunteers in the kitchen and selling tickets at the front door, in the bar, the cooks, and the people who helped to clean up on Sunday morning. The event’s major sponsor was Mitre 10 Tully, which donated a Weber BBQ. The lucky winner of this prize was Shane Knuth. The Sub-Committee gratefully acknowledge the very generous donations given by so many local businesses and private members of the community, who are too numerous to individually list, but all of whom are appreciated and generously contributed to the success of this event.

As we slip into a society driven by ‘fake’ news and elected officials here and abroad who ‘mis-speak,’ rather than admit a lie, we risk becoming dominated by ‘Post Truth’ and, therefore, unable to know whom to believe. As the civilisations of ancient Greece and Rome attest, the dilution of a successful and enshrined moral code based on commonly held values and a strong identity, may temporarily result in a period of great creativity, but over time, if allowed to further erode, will implode, and result in a forcible ‘take-over’ by a far less enlightened group who impose draconian order. Many in Germany in the 1930s failed to recognise that an economic miracle delivered by a strong orator who would ‘save them’ was magical thinking. This resulted in their abandonment of their Christian values to follow a monster, which would come at a cost of their freedom, humiliation, destruction, reputation, and, very often, their lives. If we want a dominant belief system that is not based on religious values, then what should we found it on? What do you want our system to be? And, what then, is our identity? Because without a strong identity and moral code, history has demonstrated time and again that we risk having one imposed upon us.

A full house at the El Arish RSL Memorial Hall for the Cent Sale last Saturday.

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Children to make a creative mark this book week CASSOWARY Coast Libraries are encouraging kids to get creative with their paint and pencils to design their own bookmark for this year’s Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) Book Week. Speaking about the upcoming Children’s Book Week, Councillor Trudy Tschui, portfolio holder for Community and Culture, shared that with the lead up to Children’s Book Week, Libraries wanted spark children’s imagination and creativity, by involving them in this uniquely Australian celebration. “The Children’s Book Council has celebrated bringing stories and the excitement of reading straight to the hands of children since 1945 and this year the theme is ‘Our Worlds, New Worlds, Other Worlds’. “This year’s theme shares the essence of Book Week, opening whole new magical worlds of stories and characters directly to young readers. Libraries and Public Schools, Teachers and Librarians bring those worlds to life during Book Week through creative displays, fun activities, and sharing books with similar themes to highlight the importance of reading,” advised Councillor Tschui.

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This year, Cassowary Coast Libraries want to include the region’s children more than ever in the creative process, with their Bookmark Competition. Children can collect an entry form and design their very own bookmark with drawings, lots of colour, using paint or pencils, or wherever their creativity takes them. The winning design will be professionally printed and shared in all Cassowary Coast Libraries. Entry forms can be collected from Cassowary Coast Library branches or are downloadable from Libraries Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/ CassowaryCoastLibraries. Visit one of the Cassowary Coast Library branches between the 21 August and 27 August to help celebrate Children’s Book Week. All Bookmark submissions must be in by 13 August 2021. Cassowary Coast Library branches are located at Cardwell, Wongaling Beach, Tully, and Innisfail, and can be contacted by calling 1300 366 616. For all other Library information , please visit www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/ our-community/libraries

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Support For Small Business COVID-19 has, and continues, to produce challenges for all of us. Most people to whom I speak have had friends or family caught up in lockdowns around the country, including the Townsville lockdown, and the recent Southeast Queensland lockdown. However, Sunday’s lockdown in Cairns has reminded all of us that COVID is not something that is just happening on the news, it is happening in our communities. Throughout the disruption caused by the pandemic, small businesses have felt the impact more keenly than some. Many small businesses are, in fact, just that, small. Often run by families with few staff, relying on regular customers to ensure the financial health of their businesses and the weekly pay cheques for their staff. The pressure felt by small business owners can have significant impacts on their emotional well-being, their relationships, and their physical and mental

health. In addition to financial support, the Queensland Government has developed a small business owner's guide to creating a mental health and wellbeing plan. This guide is designed to help small businesses identify stressors and red flags, find available support, and develop practical strategies for positive mental health. The Queensland Government’s free Mentoring for Growth program links small business owners with experienced mentors who can provide one-on-one guidance. The TSC had great success partnering with Business Mentors in 2018/19 to support local business in response to Panama. These business experts can provide insights, options, and suggestions relating to the challenges and opportunities faced by small businesses. Finally, there are also Small Business Financial Counsellors who offer free, impartial, and independent assistance for small businesses. These Financial Counsellors can assess and prepare reports, identify appropriate business options, and help you develop an action plan moving forward. It is important to remember that in order to look after our businesses, we need to look after ourselves. After all, our businesses are only as healthy as we are. As residents of the Cassowary Coast, we can support our small businesses by shopping locally. The money we spend locally builds our communities, creates opportunities, and employment, and brings new

Cassowary Coast Men’s Breakfast RECENTLY, men from different local churches in the region expressed an interest to meet and share fellowship over a cooked breakfast. The first Cassowary Coast Men’s Breakfast will take place on Saturday, August 28, from 8.00am to 9.30am, at the El Arish Tavern. Those who wish to attend are requested to gather

at the El Arish Tavern, 38 Chauvel Street, at 7.45am. The cost of the breakfast is $20 cash and can be paid on the day. There will be an inspirational guest speaker, Andrew Little, who will share some of his life and faith experiences.

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Friday, August 13, 2021 families to our communities. This, in turn, builds our clubs and sporting groups, grows our schools, attracts more businesses, and so on, creating a positive cycle. Have you shopped locally today? For further information, please visit www.business. qld.gov.au/mental-health or call 1300 654 687 The Small Business Owner’s Guide to Creating a Mental Health and Wellbeing Plan is available here: https://bit.ly/3s0J8Mm More information on Mentoring for Growth is here: https://bit.ly/2WVZ0nH More information on the Small Business Financial Counselling Program is here: www.rfcssq.org.au The COVID-19 business assistance finder is here: www.business.qld.gov.au/covid-assistance The Tully Support Centre is funded by the Queensland Government and services communities throughout the Cassowary Coast. The Tully Support Centre is located at 54 Bryant Street in Tully, and its opening hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, from 9am to 1pm and 2pm to 4pm, and Wednesday 9am to 1pm and 2pm to 6pm. To register your interest or for more information about groups and other services, please call 40 681 004, check the Tully Support Centre online at www. tullysupportcentre.com.au or follow us on Facebook “Tully Support Centre Inc.”. Mr. Little will speak about how God led him to fly MAF aeroplanes to far flung remote communities in Arnhem Land and then in Papua New Guinea. More recently, God called Little to be the Chief Flight Instructor at the Mission Aviation Fellowship Training Centre in Mareeba. Anyone wishing to attend the breakfast can register by contacting Colin Bentley on 0428 402 918 by Friday, August 20.

Planned burns to reduce the risk of wildfires CASSOWARY Coast Regional Council will be undertaking a series of planned burns as part of the annual hazard reduction / conservation management program for parks and forests. These works begun in mid July 2021 with a small, prescribed burn in the Attie Creek area and will take up to three months to complete, weather and site conditions permitting. Areas targeted for planned burns are located between Cardwell and Cowley Beach.

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For more information, please contact Council by emailing enquiries@ cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au or calling 1300 763 903.

Councillor and Environment portfolio holder Jeff Baines said annual operation of cool burns are the recommended form of wildfire prevention. “Planned burning is an important tool used by Australian fire authorities and land managers to reduce the impact of wildfires on human safety, land use, and environmental values,” he said. “The aim of this project is to reduce the volume of forest fuels and to create a mosaic pattern of burnt and unburnt areas.” “This will help reduce the intensity of any subsequent wildfires and provide favourable conditions for natural forest regeneration.” “Council is proud to work with local Traditional Owner Ranger Groups and I thank them for their assistance and support.”

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Residents are encouraged to observe signage during this period and prepare their own property for the coming fire season.

Notifications will be issued to residents and businesses in close proximity to targeted reserves, prior to works commencing in their immediate area.

Todd Holliday, Cassowary Coast Regional Council Leading Hand Parks monitoring the small fire at Attie Creek Road. Council conducted this in conjunction with Girringun on 21 July 2021.

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Memories of David Sommerlad OAM ARTHUR BRADLEY THE death of David Sommerlad has removed a link with country newspapers, which went back generations, from the time when the local rag was all powerful, and through the years as its role was influenced and challenged. For Country Press true believers that role is still significant but has to meet challenges today that had not even been thought of in the early days. Throughout all this change to the country media landscape, the Sommerlad family and, in particular David, have been to the forefront. David, from his time in the family newspaper interests in the New England, to the important step he took in leading country press in New South Wales, and indeed Australia, as an administrator, stepped in to help when the association needed it. For many of us, he had no peer,

and to all he conducted his role with the firm conviction of a journalist of the old school to whom facts and accuracy were always paramount. The Sommerlad family - David in particular, and the Bradley families have been associates and friends for generations. I was grateful for his guidance during my term as CPNSW president and, as a member of the executive for many years, looked upon him as mentor, whose experience I valued and appreciated. David had a plan – to record the history of the Country Press Association of New South Wales, but it did not eventuate. Failing health meant he could not do justice to the amazing collection of Association memorabilia he accumulated in his garage, as the membership faltered from over 120 to just 14 members under the abandonment of it by Fairfax interests. It was a sad and nostalgic day when

half a dozen executive councillors, many of them life members, gathered at David’s home in Castle Hill to help go through and sort the valuable items from clutter. For most of us, it was the last time we would see David and it is sad to recall him not at his best. It was also sad to realise that much of the history of the association was going to be lost along with memories a great many hold dear. From a personal perspective, I had considerable respect for David – he possessed qualities I greatly admired. Through our long association, I

considered both him and Joan friends to whom one would gravitate at the many conferences over many years and in many states. While David had been away from NSW Country Press matters for some years, his influence was of most significance in its history. Often serious but with a humorous side, which shone at many a conference, we miss him and still enjoy reflecting on those days. Our thoughts are with Joan and his family. - Arthur and Pam Bradley

Tribute to David Sommerlad OAM LLOYD JENKINS OAM

THE Australian newspaper industry has lost a legend and friend with the death of David John Ross Sommerlad AM on August 7, 2021. Mr Sommerlad was revered as an editor, writer, administrator, and educator in the regional press and as a member of the Australian Press Council. He was born on May 21, 1929, at Roseville, Sydney, one of two sons and two daughters of another great journalist, Ernest Christian Sommerlad, CBC MLC and his wife Mildred. David married Joan Shirley Wilson on May 21, 1955. His brother, E.L. Sommerlad MLC, and son J.W. Sommerlad, were other members of a remarkable newspaper dynasty. Each of the Sommerlad editors distinguished himself not only as an editor but also as a citizen and champion of their communities. David Sommerlad’s successful career included daily newspapers in Newcastle, Inverell, and Glen Innes (Australia) and Bradford (England) and he was executive editor of Rural Press Ltd publications in Sydney for six years, before transferring to head the Country Press Australia and New South Wales industry associations. In the national sphere, he was CPA executive director in 1987 and 198898 and president in 1987-88, bringing passion, energy, and expertise to his expansive administrative roles. When I was president of CPA in 199294, David and I were members of a newly formed journalism training committee. Following earlier connections with training programs at Deakin University, Victoria, David became the driving force in developing the Deakin-CPA Postcadet Journalism Training Courses. We continued our partnership by working with Deakin lecturers, John Hurst and Michael Provis, to produce

the Community Journalism Course for graduate and non-graduate cadets in 2000. David’s role extended into supervision of cadet training until 2015 and I continued as committee chairman and tutor. Journalists spend their working lives reporting the achievements of others and do not expect personal accolades. However, David Sommerlad was rewarded with many prestigious awards for his exceptional citizenship. He was Inverell’s first Citizen of the Year in 1966 and in 1968 was selected by Australian Jaycees as their Outstanding Young Man of the Year. The Hills Shire Council presented an Australia Day award recognising his 30 years of advocacy to turn the Heritage Park in Castle Hill into a protected area. He was a Rotarian for more than 60 years, serving in four clubs with distinction. In 1995 he was made a Member of the Order of Australia for his newspaper and community service.

David Sommerlad, pictured here with his beloved wife Joan

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His fame as a journalist extended overseas with membership of the International Society of Weekly Newspaper Editors and he was the first Australian to receive the prestigious annual Gene Cervi Award for editorial skills and courage in advocacy. It was a proud occasion for his friend, Barry Wilson, the first Australian president of ISWNE, to chair the presentation of this award at Melbourne University in 2016. As David was ill at the time, I was honoured to accept the Gene Cervi trophy on his behalf. David Sommerlad was a devoted husband and father who will be sadly missed by family and friends. His lasting legacy is a more resilient and productive regional newspaper industry across the nation. Our sympathy is extended to Joan and family.

Keiran Caltabiano and Kyran Dineen with the 1976 HX Holden onetonner which has been owned by Shaun Caltabiano for the past nine years.

| COMMUNITY Innisfail State School celebrates Under 8s Day

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MARIA GIRGENTI THE rain held off just long enough at Innisfail State School’s Under 8s Day celebrations, when students from Prep to Year 2 and siblings in childcare centres took part in a range of interactive activities. The fun-filled day was organised by Prep/Year 1 Teacher, Heather Maskell, and Year 1/2 Teacher, Liana Windeknecht, who were ably assisted by amazing teacher’s aides, Shirley Masina, Tracey Torrens, and Regina Savage.

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childhood with activities to promote sensory play, as well as the development of fine and gross motor skills.

evolved over time, its purpose is to celebrate childhood and promote the importance of the early years.

This event brought children and members of the community together to share in a morning of learning through play.

Under 8’s Week has seen many different themes over the years and focuses on involving children in their local community with educational events and activities.

Until 1984, Under 8’s Week was originally known as Under 5’s week. For 62 years, the week has been running across Queensland and, although it has

The theme in 2021 is ‘Children Celebrating Outdoor Play and Learning’ which encourages youngsters to engage in learning outside in their natural environment.

Students were involved in range of outdoor activities, including making patterns using leaves and twigs, collage, learning about germs, ice dinosaur fossils, chalk painting, a natural turtle mural, and building a fort. Year 6 students, teachers, and community members helped the day’s activities run smoothly. Face painting by School Chaplain Jacqui Rigano, the Deadly Choices stall, and free mini footballs were popular on the day. A sausage sizzle from the tuck shop was enjoyed by all after the day’s activities. The Under 8’s, initiated by Early Childhood Association, is a day designed to promote student learning and for children to embrace the joy of early

Year 2 student, Ellie, with her chalk art creation.

Teacher’s aide, Shirley Masina, watches as Prep student, Richard, discovers his dinosaur ice fossil.

Chase and Zaniyah loved having their faces painted.

Innisfail State School students Chase,Veronica, and Aurora work on the natural turtle mural with Regina Savage (teacher’s aide).

Harbeer, Alex, Craig, George, and Richie built a tiger shelter.

| 11 Biggest ever Innisfail Pyjama Day raises a record amount for local foster children Friday, August 13, 2021

MARIA GIRGENTI ONESIES, sleepwear, and slippers were the preferred attire when staff from local businesses recently wore their favourite PJs to work for the fifth National Pyjama Day, which raised just over $5,000 to help local foster children achieve their dreams. Staff from eighty Innisfail businesses dressed in sleep wear and raised funds through 'fines' and donations. Cairns Hardware donated fantastic raffle prizes and businesses dressed up their shop fronts. South Johnstone, Innisfail East, Innisfail State, Mundoo, and Mourilyan State Schools also participated, and each raised between $100 - $200 for the cause.

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the Commonwealth Bank, they have created great awareness in the community and from local foster families. "We currently have a waiting list of children in the region waiting for Pyjama Angels, so we desperately need more volunteer mentors.” "The next training for prospective Pyjama Angels will be held in Cairns on August 22.” The Pyjama Foundation was founded in 2004 to give children in foster care the opportunity to change the direction of their lives with learning, life skills, and confidence. Through a simple 'Love of Learning Program,'

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volunteers called Pyjama Angels are matched with a child in care and spend just one hour a week focusing on learning-based activities. Pyjama Angels read books aloud, play educational games, help children with their homework, offer mental support, promote self-advocacy, and show them they are valued and loved. Anyone interested in volunteering, can find out more information and an online application form by visiting www.thepyjamafoundation.com, whilst foster carers, Child Safety Officers, and foster agencies wanting to refer a child can all use the same online form to request a Pyjama Angel.

Joeleen Bettini, the Far North Queensland coordinator of The Pyjama Foundation in Cairns, travelled to Innisfail to be part of the event. Every year, CommBank Innisfail staff support The Pyjama Foundation with a fundraising event and were thrilled with the biggest number of individuals and businesses in the community who got behind the cause in 2021. All funds raised go directly to The Pyjama Foundation who recruit, screen, and train dedicated volunteers to make an incredible difference to the lives of children in foster care A long-term local resident who has three foster children in her care has witnessed the positive benefits from the placement of Pyjama Angels "The Innisfail community is always very supportive of The Pyjama Foundation, and it is because of this amazing generosity that we are able to continue to grow and reach more children in foster care with our Love of Learning program”, said Ms Bettini. Since the Pyjama Days were started by Margaret Milani, the Innisfail Branch Manager of

Innisfail East State School staff and students wore their pyjamas to help local foster children.

South Johnstone State School staff and students.

There was a record number of Innisfail businesses who took part in Pyjama Day.

Staff and students from Innisfail State School dressed in their pyjamas.

Mundoo State School students in their pyjamas.

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AUCTION TO BE HELD ON SITE TOMORROW AT 11.00 A.M. 23 CORAL SEA DRIVE, CARDWELL

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Positions available: *Qualified carpenter *Apprentice carpenter Please forward your resume to Joel at jlsheeransbuilding@gmail.com

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Tully Nursing Home Inc Annual General Meeting The Annual General Meeting of the Tully Nursing Home Inc. will be held in the Leisure Lounge of Tully Nursing Home on Wednesday 22nd September 2021 at 7.00pm. Management Committee Nomination forms are available from Tully Nursing Home & will need to be returned by 25th August. ** Proof of a current influenza vaccination will need to be provided prior to attending the meeting **

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Vietnam Veterans Day 18 August 2021 Herbert River RSL Sub-Branch invites All Veterans, Families & Community to attend. Where: Cenotaph 10:45am for 11am start. Return to RSL – 4 Hawkins St For Refreshments and Comradery

Mandubarra Aboriginal Land & Sea Inc AGM is to be held on the 2nd of September 2021 From 5pm at Warrina Lakes Members only RSVP Secretary Melissa Ball 0408108021

INGHAM RAINTREE COMMUNITY MARKETS

Rotary Park opposite Police Station

This SUNDAY, August 15, 7 am to 12 noon

Supports Ingham Palliative Care

2020 AGM of SSAA (Innisfail Branch) Inc

to be held at the range Sunday 5th September, starting 12:30pm. COVID-19 restrictions will apply.

Silkwood CWA

11th September 2021 at Silkwood Bowls Club 9 – 12. Ring Janice - 0419 726 959 for more info & to book your tickets.

Funeral Home – Chapel & Crematorium Bronze Plaques – Funeral Bonds 18 Scullen Avenue Innisfail (07) 4061 6806 66 Butler Street, Tully (07) 4068 1188 Members of the Australian Funeral Directors Assoc.

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Church times across the region AOG / ACC / Churhes of christ

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Across 1 Small fragments of bread 5 Towards the stern 9 Jut out 11 Pursue in order to catch 14 Genuine 15 Flavoured with condiments 16 Scheme 18 Cut lengthwise 19 Saucy 20 Woodland god 22 US coin 24 Cunning 25 Hard dark wood 27 Institute legal proceedings against 29 Miserly

11am, Sun, Bruce Highway, Cardwell

9:30am, Sun, 12 Tierney St, Innisfail Estate

Sugar Reef Baptist Church,

6:30pm, Sun, Ladies Church Tully Baptist Church, 10am, Sun, 6 Plumb

Uniting Churches Cassowary Coast Uniting Churchs:

30 Made a choice 32 Arrived 34 Practise boxing 35 Means of restraint 36 Natural propensity 38 Indian bread 40 Soil 41 Feel abhorrence for 42 Put in a certain position 43 Fame

SUDOKU No 210

Cardwell Baptist Church,

Innisfail,

10.30am, Sun, 8 Scullen Ave, Mighell, Innisfail

sightedness 26 Fruit 27 Walk in an arrogant way 28 Margin 29 A dangerous person 31 Regular customer 32 Angler’s fishing basket 33 Explosive devices 34 Bullock 37 Arabian sailing ship 39 Painting and sculpture

Down 2 A swamp grass 3 Ridiculously inadequate 4 Exhausted 5 Consumed food 6 Iced drink 7 Fine net material 8 Intended 10 Confer holy orders on 12 Rash 13 Evening party 15 Realise (coll) 17 Maintain by reasoning 21 Seaweed 22 University teacher 23 Short-

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9:30am, S, “The Knightclub” 38 Herbert St, Ingham Baptist Independent, 11am, Sun, 77 Halifax Rd, Ingham

10am, Sun, 191-193 Mourilyan Rd, South Innisfail

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Baptist Churches

Empower Church Innisfail,

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9am Fri, 3rd Fri of month, 40 Jamieson St, Cardwell

Non-denominational

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Churches of Christ Care Rockingham Home Aged Care Service,

Baptist Family Centre Innisfail,

Street, Tully

Tully Family Church, 9am, Sun, 2 Watkins St, Tully Cardwell AOG, 9:30am Sun, Shire Hall, Cardwell Mission Beach Family Church,

6pm, Sun, Unit 3, 2-4 Stephens Street, Mission Beach Life Church, 10am, Sun, 28-32 Townsville Road, Ingham

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Mission Beach, 8am, Sun, 2224 Tully-Mission Beach Rd, Mission Beach, Kurrimine Beach, 3pm, 1st Sun of month, Kurrimine Beach Chapel (beside the motel), 5/9 Hawthorne Dr, Kurrimine

Seventh Day Adventist

Beach, Tully Tongan Uniting, 5pm, Sun, 6a Mcquillan st, Tully, Ingham District Uniting Churches: Ingham, 10am, Sun 16 Herbert St, Ingham Halifax, 8am, Sun 12 Anderssen St, Halifax Blue Haven Lodge, Ingham, 11am (2nd & 4th Tues) Road, Bamboo Creek

Seventh Day Adventist Innisfail,

Tully Seventh Day Adventist Church,

10:30am, Sat ,Bible Study, 11am, Sat, 114 Lawrence

Sat 9:30am Sabbath School, Sat 11am, 1 Edward St, Tully

Lutheran

St Marks Lutheran Church, 9am, Sun, 34 Townsville Road, Ingham

Anglican Churches

St John Anglican Church,

St Albans Anglican

3pm, 3rd Sun of month, Motel

Church,

Chapel, Kurrimine Beach

9am, Sun, 83 Rankin Street,

Holy Trinity Anglican

Innisfail

Church

St John Anglican Church,

Holy Trinity (Ingham),

5pm, Sat, 2 Black Street, Tully

9:30am, Sun, 37 McIlwraith

John Oliver Feetham

Street,Ingham

Pioneer Memorial

All Souls,

9am, Sun, 45 Bruce Highway,

7:30am, Sun, 10 Four Mile

Cardwell

Road, Victoria Estate

Catholic Diocese

month, 12 Webb Rd, Wongaling Beach

St Rita’s Babinda,

7am, Sun, 15 Church St, Babinda Mother of Good Counsel, 6:30pm Sat Vigil, 9am, Sun, 90 Rankin St, Innisfail Our Lady of Fatima, 10am, Sun, 32 Glasgow Street, El Arish, St John the Evangelist, 6pm, Sat, 4 Harold Street, Silkwood, St Rita’s South Johnstone, 7am, 1st, 3rd & 5th/month, 5 Green Street, South Johnstone Christ the King, 7am, 2nd & 4th/month, 10 Harbour Road, Mourilyan Holy Spirit, Mission Beach 7am Sun, 8am 3rd Thurs/

St Clare’s, 7:30am Wed & Thurs, 8am Fri (no Mass 3rd Wed, Thur or Fri) 13 Mars St, Tully Our Lady Star of the Sea, 8:30am, 1st Sun/month, 5pm Sun (except 1st Sunday), 121 Victoria St, Cardwell Ingham Region Catholic Parishes: St Patrick’s, 8:30am, Sunday, 18 Abbott Street, Ingham St Peter’s, 7am, Sunday, 10 Scott Street, Halifax, Canossa Chapel, 10am, Sunday, St Teresa’s College / 3819 Abergowrie Rd St Teresa’s, Trebonne, 10am

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Tully Sugar Industry – Planting Time – Clean Seed has grown back after a crop has been sprayed out with chemical to have RSD (such cane is known as ‘volunteer cane’).

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ONE of the major factors involved in planting a new cane crop is making sure it is free of a disease known as Ratoon Stunting Disease or RSD. As we have mentioned many times before, RSD is common to all sugarcane areas in Australia and is caused by bacteria known by the fancy name of clavivater xylem Leifsonia xyli subsp. xyli. This disease causes the stunting of cane and subsequent yield loss, particularly in older ratoon crop, hence its names. It may also affect plant cane if diseased material is used for planting. This disease is definitely a case of prevention being the best cure. We know the disease lives in the cane juice and can be spread by anything with which the juice comes into contact. Mainly cane knives, plant cutters, planters, fertiliser boxes, and harvesters. It is also common for older cane or cane that

There are some key strategies that the sugarcane industry has developed over a long period of time to manage this disease. The strategies are based on research undertaken by BSES and SRA and these are being implemented and promoted right now in Tully, mainly through the efforts of Tully Cane Productivity Services. (TCPSL). 1. Maintain clean equipment to stop the spread of infected juice. This means cane knives and any other equipment should be sprayed with a mixture of methylated spirits (70%) and water (30%) or a commercial sterilizing agent as a 1% solution. 2. Clean seed plots - Cane that is used for planting is treated by a process known as hot water treating (HWT). This involves placing the cane in a large tank of water, heated to 50 degrees Celsius for 3 hours. TCPSL organize this process, which for the last decade or so has been done using the large HWT tanks based at Victoria Mill and run by our neighbours, Herbert Cane Productivity Services. The cane plants treated through this process are then planted in a large “Mother plot” at Merryburn,

from which a series of “clean seed plots” are established for growers to access seed cane in the following year. In 2021, TCPSL is setting up a new small Hot water treatment plant in Tully to add further to our ability to Hot Water Treat cane. 3. TCPSL also establish these clean seed plots using a new process known as “Tissue culture” where small pieces of new varieties are used to produce clean seedlings in a laboratory. This is an ideal method to obtain larger quantities of the new varieties. 4. TCPSL also provides a service to growers known as Plant Source Inspections (PSI), where cane is sampled in the field and sent away for analysis. If the test comes back free of RSD, the cane can be used for planting. With planting delayed by the wet weather up until mid-July, the demand for cane seed testing is still occurring. TCPSL has welcomed a new staff member, Ilanah Baston. Ilanah has really hit the ground running and is busy helping with the RSD testing and planting distribution plots. RSD is always something that needs to be managed, and locally our TCPSL staff do a great job doing just that.

TCPSL staff Peter Sutherland, Ilanah Baston, and Noel Lingard

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Wilmar Sugar Herbert region mills Week 8, ending August 8 2021 This week

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This week

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Crop forecast

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Sugar producing countries concerned at potential for more contentious Indian sugar subsidies THE Australian Sugar Milling Council (ASMC) says there is widespread concern amongst the world’s major sugar producing countries that the Indian Government might be contemplating further contentious export subsidies that will negatively impact world sugar prices. On top of the unrelenting climate and pandemic challenges already facing sugar producing countries, they fear that the estimated USD$10 billion damage already caused to the industry globally by India’s overproduction of sugar will continue to grow. ASMC’s Director of Policy, Economics and Trade, David Rynne, says the World Trade Organisation is currently hearing a dispute on India’s sugar export and (sugar cane) market price support subsidies with Australia one of the complainants. “India is the world’s second largest sugar producer. It has opted for sugar export subsidies and regulated high domestic cane prices rather than accept expert advice1 to implement industry reform that would address chronic overproduction of sugar cane and sugar”, Mr Rynne said. “ASMC recently commissioned a report2 from Green Pool Commodity Specialists who estimated that India’s overproduction between 2017/18 and 2020/21 had a AUD$1 billion (USD$731 million) revenue impact on the Australian sugar industry”. “Green Pool found that the subsidies and global oversupply had forced down the price of sugar on global markets by an average two cents a pound over the four years”. “By applying a two cents a pound price reduction to

US Department of Agriculture (USDA) sugar production figures we can see the extent of the damage caused globally to large and small producing nations which totals USD$10 billion including USD$6.16 billion for Brazil, USD$1.47 billion for Thailand, and USD$327 million for Guatemala”, he said. Mr Rynne expressed concern that recent media reports indicated that the Indian Government is currently considering further export subsidies for the 2021/22 season which commences 1 October.

domestic demand The fiscal and natural resource cost interventions in sugarcane and the sugar industry are enormous There is a need for complete restructuring of sugar industry in a phased manner”. “There is no denying that the Indian sugar sector needs significant reform and we call on the Indian government to not introduce export subsidies for their 2021/22 season”, Mr Rynne said.

1 Most notably the Niti Aayong Taskforce report, Sugarcane and the Sugar Industry, March 2020 at http://www.niti.gov.in/sites/default/files/2020-08/ SugarReport.pdf 2 The Green Pool report can be found at https:// asmc.com.au/crushed-queensland-sugar-industrys1b-hit-from-indian-subsidies-revealed-15-july-2021/ “This would further damage the global market and impact cane growers, millers and exporters in numerous countries at a time when we are all facing the challenges of COVID- 19 and many national crops are affected by extreme and extraordinary climate”. Mr Rynne said that the Indian Government has regulated the price of sugar cane well above global levels for years, and through payments to cane farmers and sugar mills directly had subsidised the export of up to six million tonnes of sugar per year. “As the 2020 Niti Aayong Taskforce Report found (page 16): Serious policy distortions in sugar sector are continuing to result into excess sugar production over

Will you step up for the Great Northern Clean Up? AUGUST – October is time to take to your streets, beaches, bushland and waterways to join the Great Northern Clean Up. Clean Up Australia is calling on you to step up and register for the Great Northern Clean Up. The northern sibling of Australia’s largest environmental day of action, Clean Up Australia Day, the Great Northern Clean Up has been an annual event since 2009, giving communities north of the Tropic of Capricorn the flexibility to participate in Clean Up events in the cooler months, after the peak tourist period and prior to the cyclone season. Clean Up Australia Chairman, Pip Kiernan, says now is the time to Step Up to Clean Up. “Local environments have been impacted by increased uptake of singleuse, disposable items,” said Ms Kiernan. “We need to tackle the surge in items such as takeaway coffee cups, food packaging and masks; all of which have polluted our local parks, bushland, streets, waterways and beaches”. Research* reveals more than 1 in 3 Aussie households said they produced more packaging waste during lockdown periods in 2020 compared to previous years, while over half said they are now more concerned about product packaging waste than they were in 2019. “Our latest Clean Up Australia Rubbish Report revealed that half of all single items reported in 2020 were either plastic or contain plastic and packaging overall continues to dominate rubbish counts, representing close to 50% of all reported rubbish during the year,” added Ms Kiernan. “This country now produces 2.5 million tonnes of plastic waste each year, equating to 100kg per person. Of this, only 13% of plastic is recovered and 84% is sent to landfill. More concerningly, around 130,000 tonnes of the plastic we consume leaks into the environment each year. “By planning ahead and signing up to a Great Northern Clean Up event, you are making a pledge

to help conserve the environment for the long-term future, and taking an important action by stepping up for your community,” added Ms Kiernan. In response to COVID-19, additional conditions have been put in place to ensure the health and safety of Clean Up volunteers, including set limits to volunteer numbers per event and Clean Up kits now include QR codes for registration on the day plus bags and gloves for every volunteer. “Stepping Up to Clean Up goes well beyond one day. It’s an ongoing commitment to protecting our environment and looking for ways to help live more sustainably 365 days a year,” said Ms Kiernan. If you can’t join the Great Northern Clean Up, Ms Kiernan urges you to make a donation to Clean Up

Australia. 100% of funds raised through donations are allocated to the provision of educational resources and clean up materials provided free of charge to community, school and youth groups across the nation, all year round. To register your Clean Up, sign up to a Clean Up or donate, please visit cleanup.org.au WHAT: Great Northern Clean Up WHEN: late August - October 2021 WHERE: Your local park, waterway, bus area, bushland, beach or street WHO: Everyone is welcome – friends, family, kids, community groups, work colleagues HOW: Register (or donate) at cleanup.org.au

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Success in Tully feral pig fight IT’S been four years since a concerted feral pig eradication program began in the Tully Valley to help fight the spread of Panama TR4 and the results are quite remarkable. From the air, not only are wild pig populations reduced, but areas of land once littered with pig wallows, crop damage, erosion and general environmental destruction are visibly regenerating. The co-ordinated feral pig management effort has been led by the Australian Banana Growers’ Council (ABGC) and has involved aerial shooting, as well as ground shooting, baiting, trapping and exclusion fencing in high-risk, TR4 zones across the Tully/ Murray Valley catchment. ABGC deputy chair Leon Collins and professional shooter Trevor Williamson

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have co-ordinated the Cassowary Coast Panama TR4 Feral Pig Program since July 2017. In that time, Mr Collins said more than 6300 pigs had been culled from the area, including almost 2900 through aerial shooting. “It’s no wonder the farmers were having such pig pressure, because the numbers of pigs out there were much more than what we thought, Mr Collins said. “The methods that we used in the past (to reduce pig populations) just weren’t keeping up.” Mr Collins said that initially many doubted whether the program would work. However, with the support of growers, it’s resulted in substantial outcomes. Since July 2017, growers have conducted their own ground-based pig control methods - at significant financial cost – suppressing pig numbers

on their farms by more than 3400. While controlling feral pigs is seen as crucial to the containment of TR4, the program has also resulted in other benefits to the environment, crops and surrounding wildlife. “The landscape is a lot cleaner now, particularly next to the World Heritage land. Sedimentary run- off has been reduced in a massive way, particularly in the top of the (Tully) Valley, you can see how pristine the creeks are running now and also into the river, and it’s because of the less pressure from pigs,” Mr Collins said. “Another important benefit has been the increase in cassowary numbers, because there has been less predation of cassowary eggs and their young,” he said.

Trevor Williamson added that it was essential the program continued to maintain control of pig numbers. “We are at a crucial point where the majority of the hard work has been done and we can more easily maintain these low numbers now,” he said. “When we started, we were shooting every weekend, but recently we have been doing every six weeks to two months on these farms. But we need to maintain these numbers, and in order to maintain this level, we need to cull 70 per cent of numbers consistently.” “Pigs reach sexual maturity at around 25 kg, so as soon as they reach 25kg they are up to that reproductive size. So, it is a massive achievement for the banana industry to do what it has done, because people just do not understand how hard it is to control feral pigs.”

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Fence lines and tree lines once littered with large pig wallows (before) are now lush green paddocks (after) as a result of feral pig control measures.

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More evidence of farmland recovery, with large pig wallows from 2017 (before) compared to rejuvenated paddocks (after) due to reduced pig pressure.

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Innisfail Men’s Bowls LAST Thursday’s social bowls saw thirty-seven bowlers on the green. The winning team on the day was Sergio Dalla Pozza, Don Lowe, Russell Wordley, and Ian Stevens, who defeated the team of Ian Humphreys, Snow Clark, and Don Ryan, by one point. New bowlers and visitors are most welcome. Please have names in by 12.30pm for a 1.30pm start. Players are asked to check the notice board to see any Triples games that need to be played, as the first round needs to be completed, so that a full day for the second round can be organised. The Mixed Pairs draw is on the notice board to enable players to organise their games to be played. The official opening of our new green will be held on Friday, August 20, at 2.00pm. Any help from members would be appreciated to make the Club look its best.

Silkwood Bowls SOCIAL Bowls Greg Matfin, Howard Moulange, and Peter Battley defeated Victor Powell, Jim Lindrea, and Rob Nowell 17/16. Terry Corcoran, Jean Matfin, and Tony Cates defeated Delmo Tarditi, Denis Donovan, and Barry Green 28/11. Michael Bryan, Shirley Noble, and Alan Hudson defeated Ron Giveen, David Blackburn, and Cyril Large 25/11

Wednesday, August 11 It was pleasing to see the interest in the lawn bowling game. Visitors took the opportunity to test our green and were complimentary regarding how well it played. Greg Cottrell, Kerry Donovan, and Dutchy defeated Graeme Wallace, Jan Harvey, and John Pannach 19/17. Michael Bryan, Pam Moulange, and Steve Hunter defeated Glen Harvey, Anna Della Bella, and Denis Donovan 29/19. Ron Giveen, Alan Hudson, and Cyril Large defeated Barry Green, Howard Moulange, and Rob Nowell 27/20. We offer free coaching lessons to anyone who would like to experience the fun and challenges of lawn bowls. Age has no limit! Every Friday night, we hold our traditional BBQ Barefoot Bowls. Our contact number is 0459 211 552. If in doubt of play, please give us a call . All are welcome. If you would like to join us, come along, and try us out! You can also follow us on Facebook.

Babinda Bowls THE winners of the Social Bowls held on Thursday, August 5, were Darryl Jensen, Les Maxwell, Les Holland, and Jim Azzopardi. Peter Zanoletti, Joe Vella, and Ron Omodei were the runners-up Please have your names in by 12.30pm for a 1.00pm start this Thursday. Beginners are most welcome.

Ingham Ladies’ Bowls THE first round of the Club Triples was played in cold and windy conditions. Loiusa Di Bella’s team of J. Craven and B. Eddleston handled the conditions better than S. Ryan, G. Cockrell, and R. Dohery, winning 23/12. Social play

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El Arish Golf WITH superb playing conditions this week, some terrific scores were achieved in all the Club’s competitions. Tuesday Stableford Competition (3/8) 1st: Jan Boulton (42), 2nd: Murray Ball (38), 3rd: Dot Corrin (37). NTP’s: #2/14 Men’s – Paul Marland, #4/13 All-In – Jan Boulton, #8/17 Approach All-In – Lisa Spiegler, and #5/14 Women’s – Caryl Lavell. Sporters Competition (1st 9 Stroke) This competition was sponsored by Kurrimine Beach Holiday Park. 1st: Yvonne Zorzetto (28), 2nd: Dot Corrin (30) on a countback, 3rd: Von Jones. Least Putts: Stew Worth (12). NTP’s: #1/10 – Rhys Camilleri, #2/11 – Paul Topper, #3/12 – Lindsay Perkins, and #4/13 Tony Gray. BROTHERS LEAGUES CLUB INNISFAIL MONTHLY MEDAL (7/8): Men’s 1st: Paul Topper (59 Nett), 2nd: Harry Spiegler (61 Nett). Women’s 1st: Caryl Lavell (61 Nett), 2nd: Lisa Spiegler (65 Nett). NTP’s: #2/11 Men’s – Jeff Peel, #4/13 All-In – Paul Topper and #5/14 Women’s – Fran Lomas. Thank you to the Kurrimine Beach Holiday Park and Brothers Leagues Club Innisfail for their sponsorship. Women’s Pennants (8/8)

Friday, August 13, 2021 Y. Roberts, K. Rotondo, and E. Piotto [19] -v- M. Moore, J. Fenoglio, and L. Melvin [16]. M. Spano, A. Rutherford, N. Evans [21] -v- M. Cole, J. Casanovas, and P. Miguel [13]. The Competition on August 18 will be B. Eddleston, J. Fenoglio, J. Craven, and N. Evans -v- R. Doherty, C. Wickens, L. DiBella, and S. Ryan. Congratulations to the ladies picked for the Premier Cup: E. Piotto, L. DiBella, N. Evans, and J. Craven.

Innisfail Ladies’ Bowls THE Innisfail Ladies’ Bowls Club held their Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, August 11, and Audrey Rackley was appointed Patroness. The members are so pleased she has accepted the position. The Committee members duly elected for 2021 2022 are Diana O’Brien (President), Helen Paterson (Vice President), Ann Rule (Secretary), Pam Anderson (Treasurer), Eileen Hamann (Games Director), and Daphne Kirkman and Bev Anderson (Selectors). Thirteen ladies took to the green on Wednesday and played two games of social bowls. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 lockdown in Cairns meant Maisie Smith was not able to play in the final of the Open Singles Championship against Lyn Stevenson. Members are hoping she will return next week. Pam Anderson, Ann Rule, and Catharina Cook proved too strong for Bev Anderson, Helen Paterson, and Joan Atkinson winning 20 - 12. Eileen Hamann, Diana O’Brien, Jenny Wordley, and Dianne Wheeler (28) defeated Sue Morrison, Jan Dunn, and Lyn Stevenson (3). The ladies were sad to say farewell to visitor Jenny Wordley, who is returning to South Australia. won the pin shot on hole 10.

Round 2 of the Women’s Pennants saw the team from Cardwell Golf Club take out the win (10 points) at Tully Golf Club. El Arish came second (8 points), and the home team were third (6 points). Congratulations to Cardwell Golf Club and thank you to Tully Golf Club for hosting the day. Congratulations also to El Arish players Caryl Lavell for placing 3rd in the individual winners, Fran Lomas for the NTP on #7/16, and Hipas Donald for the approach shot. El Arish is leading the competition on 17, followed by Cardwell on 17, and Tully on 13.

Ingham Golf ABOUT thirty people attended the most recent social on a cold Friday evening. Everyone enjoyed some delicious food arranged by Rae Scuderi and several other members and partners. Your efforts and that of the volunteer bar staff are much appreciated. Results: On Tuesday, the Tropical Coast Veterans’ game was held in Ingham, attracting thirty-two players, including nine from Mystic Sands. The men’s winner, with a fine score of 40, was Aldo Cantoni. Other Ingham men to take prizes were Mick Fluerty with 38 points, Geoff Gianotti with 34 points, Ian Fitzgerald with 33 points, and Mick Poggioli, Brian Scanlon, Ron Kerkwyk, and Ross Fitzgerald all with 32 points. Brian Scanlon won the pin shot on hole 5 and Ross Fitzgerald won the pin shot on hole 7. Lee Irvine won for the ladies with 39 points, with Bobbie Marriot a close runner-up on 38 points. Julie Reed took the top of the run-down with 36 points. Julie Reed won the pin shot on hole 9, whilst Cheryl Lloyd

Wednesday’s Ladies had a good field turnout with ten players vying for single stableford prizes. The winner on a countback was Deb Giles, with 32 points. Julie Reed was the runner-up on 32 points and Lee Irvine was close behind on 30 points. Three pin shots went to Cheryl Lloyd, Janet Merryweather, and Julie Reed . The single stableford was won narrowly in a countback by Kim Moore with 32 points over Deb Giles. Pin shots were won by Kim Moore on hole 10, Deb Giles on hole 2/16, and Cheryl Lloyd on both hole 8 and hole 1/15. Twenty-one players competed in the Stableford event on Saturday. Mick Poggioli emerged the winner with 37 points, with runner-up Ian Swarbrick also on 37 points. Run-down prizes went to Mick Fluerty on 37 points, and Ian Fitzgerald, Mark Gusmeroli, and Les Rolling, all on 36 points. Sunday’s single stroke event attracted twenty-five players. The winner was Marty Smith with 69 nett in a countback from runner-up Les Rolling with 69 nett. Run-down prizes went to Lachlan Tennent, 70 nett, Mick Fluerty 72 nett, and Ian Fitzgerald, Steven Marbelli, Ian Swarbrick, and Ezio Brescianini all with 73 nett. Saturday’s competition will be a single stroke event. Sunday’s Round 5 of the Players Championship is sponsored by Bricks and Pennys and is a Qualifier for Single Match Play. The Lionel and Trish Fuller Family Golf Day on August 28 will be a 2-ball Ambrose. The next Friday Social will be held on September 3. The Ingham Men’s Open will be held on Saturday, September 25. The Stephen and Kim Moore Trophy Day will be held on Sunday, October 3. It will be an Ambrose with lots of prizes, and food and drinks will be provided. The A-Grade Stroke Pennant will now be held on November 13-14. Happy golfing!

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Golf News Tully Golf THIRTY-EIGHT players contested the Hotel Tully August Monthly Medal on Saturday, August 7. Winning the day, with a great score of 65 nett, was Alex Gilbride. Second, with a score of 66 nett, was Ernie Gower, and Maurie Smith came in third, with a 67 nett. Rounding out the placings was Graham Sinton on a countback, with 68 nett. NTPS 2/11 Ladies’ Kim Robertson and the Men’s Amar Gurung; 5/14 went to Vessa Hyytinen; 7/16 Ladies was won by Wendy Hollaway and the Men’s Tanu Wulf, who also won the pin shot on 9/18. Thanks again to Hotel Tully for their great support. Next Saturday’s competition is a Single Stableford for prizes donated by John Pender and Wendy Hollaway. Thursday afternoon’s Sporters 9-Hole was won by Brice Henry on 22 points on a countback. The 6-Hole went to Geoff Grainger with 16 points, with the rundown going to Roy Favier and Rob Milini, and the putting to Rob Milini with 13 putts. NTPS 1/10 A. Gray; 2/11 V. Hyytinen; 3/12 M. Smith; 5/14 L. Douglas; 9/18 B-Grade Brice Henry and C. Miller.

SPORT 3rd: Glynis McGrath, 35pts c/b. Innisfail junior golfers enjoyed a morning of skills, hitting some long bombs off the tee, and bunker practice. They also completed a quick Ambrose to refine those skills. It all came down to the dice roll, with The Chicken Nuggets just getting home over Reggie’s Rosters. Members are reminded that memberships for the 2021 and 2022 golf season are now due for renewing members and forms are available at the bar. Please visit Innisfail Golf Club’s Facebook page to keep up with golf throughout the region.

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Upcoming Events Wednesday All Sporters competition - from 12.00pm, groups of 4 permitted. Friday Sporters competition - from 12.00pm and 2.00pm, groups of 4 permitted - online bookings. Saturday competition - Cairns Golf World Monthly Medal – 7.30am and 12.00pm tee times Innisfail Junior Open - August 21 – 22. Vandeleur & Todd Innisfail Open - September 4 – 5. FNQ Pennants Round - November 11. Survivor Golf Series - December 4 – 5.

Innisfail Golf Club SPECIAL thanks go to the grounds crew for maintaining the course, which is looking fantastic and is a real credit to their continued hard work. If members see divots on the fairways that have not been filled in, or pitch marks on the greens, please take a minute to fix them as the Innisfail Open is fast approaching. A big thank you to Stephen and the team at Vandeleur & Todd Solicitors for their continued sponsorship of the Innisfail Open. Nominations for the Innisfail Open are now open, and members / visitors can download the nominations form via the website and send it through to Club Captain, Luke Peters. Wednesday’s All Sporters competition eventually allows everyone to win a prize. The results from Wednesday, July 28, were as follows: 1st: Terry Saunders, 23pts. 2nd: Alan Fleay, 21pts c/b. 3rd: John Abbott, 21pts. There were some great scores at Friday’s Sporters 9-hole competition on July 30, where Geoff Johnston had the best of the lunch-time tee offs but was pipped at the post by Jake Cockle. 1st: Jake Cockle, 21ts. 2nd: Geoff Johnston, 20pts. 3rd: Luke Peters, 19pts. Some great matches were played in Round 2 of the Vandeleur & Todd Solicitors’ Match Play 18-hole competition on Saturday, July 31, with some impressive results. A special mention to Debra Smith and Glynis McGrath on their wins, both of whom will be hard to beat coming into the finals. John (Tiny) Abbott played the best out of the thirty-six players with 38 points and won his match convincingly. Thanks to Stephen Todd for coming up with this concept, as the match play competition has received plenty of interest from our members, who are looking forward to the finals. Results: 1st: John Abbott, 38pts. 2nd: Ian McDonald, 36pts.

Terry Saunders was the winner of Wednesday’s All Sporters competition on July 28.

Matt Barclay was the winner of the Friday Sporters competition on July 23.

Jake Cockle was the winner of Friday Sporters competition on July 30.

Ned Jacobsen and John Lombardi were the winners of Midway Butchers 4BBB on July 24.

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Shane Muriata

THERE is little with respect to Rugby League in the district, or even the north, which gets past me, as I have had my hand in the footy pot since I left school. But there is one Rugby League match on the calendar in our neck of the woods that deserves an overdue recognition for standing the test of time through 20 years of rough and talented footy, and that is the Tully State High School Annual Rugby League Seniors Versus Juniors game. The reason I have been an admirer and advocate of this game was, well to put quite simply, because I played in the very first match back in 1998 and happened to pick up the MVP that day by scoring three tries and single handily getting the Year 12s the victory. Ok, so this is not a time of reflection of my past talent and good looks, and there were other superstars that made a valuable contribution that particular day at the high school, but many of us that day would never have dreamt that it would be a game that would feature future NRL players. Now, over 20 years later, I would like to give my biggest contribution to the game, which started my love affair with Rugby League. This game would not have been possible if it were not for our 98-School Captain and Founder of the concept, who is none other than good mate Andrew Cripps. He obviously had help with many students promoting the game, the school staff back in the day giving the green light, Lani and Marie playing the part of cheerleading down to a tee, and, of course, Neil Jesse’s juniors playing the part of villain as well as Thanos. Of course, we cannot forget Mr Buttsworth refereeing the game right down the middle after we slipped him a few lobsters at homegroup to ensure the first victory would go to Crippsys’ men. Therefore, I shall put forward that on this day, the Man of the Match Award for this particular game be forever called the Andrew Cripps Medal. It is an honour so fitting for the man, as I believe it is the right and proper thing to do to befit such an amazing person, who has given

so much to our region, and, also on the down low, I love the guy, because he is my mate and I know the famous victory that day was because of him, regardless of all the credit I try and take for my hat trick of tries. So, if anyone from Tully State High School is reading this article and you have the power to make this happen, please try with all of your Superman (or Supergirl) powers to make it become a reality, because on the 20th Anniversary of the game, it would be a better day if the Godfather of the game has his name etched in the MVP medal. The Andrew Cripps Medal, the most deserving thing, which should happen sooner rather than later. As the cold Atherton air welcomed the Tully Tigers to the Tablelands last Saturday night, it was always going to be a tough ask to drive back down the range with competition points. The Under 18 game was always going to be a hard one with only two players riding the bench. Darian Burton once again led the way with Braithan Ketchell playing his best for the cubs. Samat Gutchen continues to impress with his work and attitude, and he is now one of the leaders. Thomas Busch and Jerome Ketchell were once again our best forwards, doing all of the hard work, together with Morgan Black. Travis Odgen once again chipped in with another strong showing in the centres with his partner Nathan Muriata. The last special mention I have to give is for none other than Brodie Murray, who has come along way since arriving at the Club. Every game is an improvement, and all the boys seem to love him. Paul Ketchell’s A grade boys once again dug deep and could not be faulted for their efforts. It is a hard road our boys have been on, but a better finish is something we are hoping for before we start 2022 preparation. A special mention to one, Braithan Ketchell, who plies his trade for the Tully Tigers’ Under 18s and Under 16s in club land and has been selected to represent

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Innisfail Brothers’ Under 15 team have important win over Edmonton MARIA GIRGENTI WITH only a couple of rounds left in regular junior rugby league fixtures, teams are fighting to stay in the race in the countdown to Gala Days and Grand Finals. Innisfail Brothers’ junior teams had a Super Saturday at Callendar Park, before senior games between the Innisfail Leprechauns and Yarrabah Seahawks. In a do or die match, Innisfail Brothers’ Under 15 team, who are fifth on the ladder, secured a 30 - 14 win over Edmonton to keep their final’s hopes alive. Innisfail Brothers’ Under 14 team is currently sixth on the ladder, followed by Tully in seventh. After 12 rounds of the Coast competition, the Tully Under 15 team is currently on top of the ladder, one point clear of Ivanhoes. Tully Tigers’ Under 13 team is sitting second on the ladder, two points behind Edmonton, whilst the Under 16 team is also second on the ladder, two points behind the Kangaroos. FNQ Rugby League Juniors - Round 12 results - August 7 Under 13

Cairns Brothers 48 defeated Innisfail 8.

Under 16

Tully 46 defeated Southern Suburbs 6.

Tully won on forfeit by Cairns Brothers

Under 14

Depending on the current COVID-19 situation, the Tully Tigers will host their final Super Saturday tomorrow, with junior games to be played before the senior teams’ host Cairns Kangaroos.

Cairns Brothers 54 defeated Innisfail 4. Edmonton 46 defeated Tully 18. Under 15 Innisfail 30 defeated Edmonton 14. Tully – Bye.

The finals campaign for the Coast competition kicks off on Saturday,

August 21, at Jones Park, Cairns, which will also be the end of season Gala Day for the Under 6s - 9s at Jones Park, Cairns. Under 10s - 12s Gala Day will be held on Saturday, August 28, at Jones Park in conjunction with the preliminary finals. The Coast competition Grand Final day will take place on Saturday, September 4, at Jones Park. For up-to-date information on FNQ Rugby League games and venues, please visit the following link https:// www.playrugbyleague.com/.../fnqrugby-league-5074.

Innisfail Brothers’ Under 15 team registered a crucial win against Edmonton at Callendar Park last Saturday.

Herbert River Gun Club Monthly Shoot HERBERT River Gun Club held its Monthly Competition on Sunday, August 8, with shooters from Ingham, Townsville, Silkwood, and Woody Point participating. The scores reflected the challenging conditions of the day, with gusting winds and cloud cover making hitting the targets difficult. The results were: Event 1 – Double Barrel Cash Divide AA: 1st: W illiam Bosworth, AA24, Herbert River, Total Score 25/25, OTG Score 25/25. 2nd: D aryl Grant (V), AA22, Townsville, Total Score 24/25, OTG Score 24/25. 3rd: B arry Bosworth (V), AA24, Herbert River, Total Score 24/25, OTG Score 24/25. A: 1st: J oe Sebastiani, A22, Townsville, Total Score 23/25, OTG Score 23/25. B: 1st: Ted Matthews (V), B17, Townsville, Total Score 23/25, OTG Score 23/25. 1st: I saac Sebastiani (J), B17, Townsville, Total Score 23/25, OTG Score 23/25. C: 1st: D aniel Castorina, C15, Herbert River, Total Score 20/25, OTG Score 20/25. 2nd: N eil Kidd, C15, Herbert River, Total Score 18/25, OTG Score 18/25. Event 2 – Single Barrel Cash Divide AA: 1st: W illiam Bosworth, AA24, Herbert River, Total Score 25/25, OTG Score 25/25. 2nd: B arry Lansdown (V), AA21, Silkwood, Total Score 22/25, OTG Score 22/25. 2nd: D aryl Grant (V), AA22, Townsville, Total Score 22/25, OTG Score 22/25. 2nd: B arry Bosworth (V), AA24, Herbert River, Total

Score 22/25, OTG Score 22/25.

A: 1st: Joe Sebastiani, A22, Townsville, Total Score 22/25, OTG Score 22/25. B: 1st: Laurie Poile (V), B18, Woods Point, Total Score 22/25, OTG Score 22/25. 2nd: Gary Gimbert (V), B17, Herbert River, Total Score 21/25, OTG Score 21/25. C: 1st: Greg Mina, C15, Herbert River, Total Score 15/25, OTG Score 15/25. 2nd: Daniel Castorina, C15, Herbert River, Total Score 14/25, OTG Score 14/25. Event 3 – Pointscore Cash Divide AA 1st: Barry Bosworth (V), AA24, Herbert River, Total Score 74/75, OTG Score 74/75. 2nd: William Bosworth, AA24, Herbert River, Total Score 71/75, OTG Score 71/75. A: 1st: Joe Sebastiani, A22, Townsville, Total Score 69/75, OTG Score 69/75. B: 1st: Laurie Poile (V), B18, Woods Point, Total Score 67/75, OTG Score 67/75. 2nd: Gary Gimbert (V), B17, Herbert River, Total Score 63/75, OTG Score 63/75. C: 1st: Greg Mina, C15, Herbert River, Total Score 59/75, OTG Score 59/75. 2nd: Neil Kidd, C15, Herbert River, Total Score 51/75, OTG Score 51/75. Event 4 – Continental Cash Divide AA: 1st: Barry Lansdown (V), AA21, Silkwood, Total Score 24/25, OTG Score 24/25.

1st: Barry Bosworth (V), AA24, Herbert River, Total Score 24/25, OTG Score 24/25. 1st: William Bosworth, AA24, Herbert River, Total Score 24/25, OTG Score 24/25. A: 1st: Joe Sebastiani, A22, Townsville, Total Score 25/25, OTG Score 25/25. B: 1st: Isaac Sebastiani (J), B17, Townsville, Total Score 23/25, OTG Score 23/25. 2nd: Gary Gimbert (V), B17, Herbert River, Total Score 22/25, OTG Score 22/25. C: 1st: Greg Mina, C15, Herbert River, Total Score 17/25, OTG Score 17/25. 2nd: Daniel Castorina, C15, Herbert River, Total Score 16/25, OTG Score 16/25. Event 5 – Double Barrel 18m Cash Divide AA: 1st: William Bosworth, AA24, Herbert River, Total Score 25/25, OTG Score 25/25. 2nd: Barry Bosworth (V), AA24, Herbert River, Total Score 23/25, OTG Score 23/25. A: 1st: Joe Sebastiani, A22, Townsville, Total Score 22/25, OTG Score 22/25. B: 1st: Ted Matthews (V), Townsville, Total Score 23/25, OTG Score 23/25. 2nd: Gary Gimbert (V), B17, Herbert River, Total Score 21/25, OTG Score 21/25. C: 1st: Greg Mina, C15, Herbert River, Total Score 19/25, OTG Score 19/25. 2nd: Daniel Castorina, C15, Herbert River, Total Score 8/25, OTG Score 8/25.

| SPORT Innisfail Leprechauns A-grade side suffer a shock defeat by Yarrabah

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Innisfail’s Colby Aldridge (with ball) scored a try in the Under 18 game against Yarrabah and was named Man of the Match. Photo: Maria Girgenti

INNISFAIL Leprechauns A-grade side suffered a shock 36 - 12 defeat at the hands of the Yarrabah Seahawks at Callendar Park last Saturday. Innisfail try scorers: Robert Garrett, Devante Heron, and Aaron Jolly, 2 goals. Innisfail Leprechauns A-grade Coach, Leon Hallie, conceded Yarrabah were too good for them. “Despite having several players missing, we had a side good enough to compete for a win. In the second half, we had the chance to bring the lack of possession back in our favour and reduce the half time deficit.” “Yarrabah’s defence was solid, and the boys were not good enough to get over the line. It is a good time for the bye, so the team can freshen up and focus on their finals charge.” Innisfail held a 16 - 4 lead at half time and despite a strong second half comeback by Yarrabah, the Leprechauns’ Reserve Grade team hung on for a 28 - 20 victory. The Leprechauns Under 18 side had a dominant 50 - 12 win over Yarrabah. Try scorers: Jerimiah Callope 2, Ethan Vick, Luke Magnanini, Malachi Tanner, Colby Aldridge, Matua Brown 2, and Jason Hallie. CDRL Round 17 fixtures - August 6 - 7 A Grade

Friday, August 13, 2021 Yarrabah 36 defeated Innisfail 12. Atherton 46 defeated Tully 6. Ivanhoes 32 drew with Mossman-Port Douglas 32. Cairns Brothers 22 defeated Kangaroos 16. Edmonton 20 defeated Mareeba 18. Bye: Southern Suburbs CDRL Ladder Round 17: Cairns Brothers 32, Innisfail 24, Mossman-Port Douglas 24, Yarrabah 24, Ivanhoes 21, Kangaroos 18, Southern Suburbs 18, Edmonton 17, Mareeba 12, Atherton 8, and Tully 4. Reserve Grade Innisfail 28 defeated Yarrabah 20. Atherton 28 defeated Tully 14. Ivanhoes 36 defeated Mossman-Port Douglas 26. Kangaroos 26 drew with Cairns Brothers 26. Edmonton 26 defeated Mareeba 18. Under 18 Innisfail 50 defeated Yarrabah 12. Atherton 34 defeated Tully 18. Ivanhoes 70 defeated Mossman-Port Douglas 16. Cairns Brothers 22 defeated Kangaroos 20. Edmonton defeated Mareeba (forfeit). Innisfail Leprechauns senior teams have a bye this weekend and, depending upon the current COVID-19 situation, Tully Tigers will host their final Super Saturday. starting with junior games before the senior games between Tully and Cairns Kangaroos.

Malachi Tanner beat the Yarrabah defence and crashed over to score the fourth try in the Under 18 match. Photo: Maria Girgenti Abraham Waireg-Ingui (with ball) made a strong run against the Yarrabah defence in the Under 18 game. Photo: Maria Girgenti

Innisfail try scorer, Farron Purcell tries to evade a Yarrabah player in the Innisfail Under 18 player Jason Hallie (with ball) was a try scorer in the Reserve grade match. Photo: Maria Girgenti game against Yarrabah. Photo: Maria Girgenti

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UNFORTUNATELY, the weather conditions leading up to last weekend were not ideal, so this report will also cover the days leading up to it. Virtually all the fishing was done in the estuaries, with boats reporting mixed results. There have been some very good Barra and Mangrove Jacks caught. Water temperatures have been cold during the morning, however, as the temperature warmed up during the afternoon, the fishing improved. The water temperature around the mouths have also been up to 3 degrees warmer than that a few miles upstream. This does not mean that you cannot find warmer water upstream, it just means you need to look for sections of shallow water with sun on it. At times, you can follow that warmer water up the river. Soft plastics can often out-fish hard bodies in these circumstances, however, at times, small nonrattling lures (timber) will receive the bites. Reports of good numbers of Bream and Whiting in the coastal creeks have also been filtering through. The Grunter have also been around, with some excellent fish being caught in both the coastal creeks and the Hinchinbrook region. Although the mud crabs have dropped off from their high numbers in May and June, I had one family in the shop mention that they had caught seven nice muddies last weekend. The only other highlight from the estuaries was some very nice Fingermark caught from the sheltered waters off the Hinchinbrook Channel. Land-based fishermen and fisherwomen can do well at this time of year by fishing some of the more sheltered areas such as Tama Shanta Point, Clump Point, and the Cardwell foreshore. Unfortunately, extreme care is needed not to be taken in croc country, especially if fishing at night. Some nice Barra have been caught in the freshwater

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reaches of the Johnstone, Tully, and Murray Rivers. These fish can mostly be found around shallow backwaters or shallow weedy sections of the rivers. The super keen and fit have managed some nice Sooty Grunter and Jungle Perch in the local creeks. This can be tough work at this time of year but will start to improve at the end of August and as we head into September. Unfortunately, the various weather sites have been predicting 15 to 20 knots again for this coming weekend and some rain. We have only a modest run in the daytime tide, which will suit those wishing to fish for Barra and Jacks in the creeks. Normally, I would pick either side of the early morning low tide, however, with the water temperatures being what they are, it would probably pay to fish the afternoon run out tide. Either side of this afternoon high will also suit fishing for Grunter around the edges of the sand bars or the deeper holes around the mouths of the creeks. If you are keen to chase Whiting, try the first of the early morning run in tide. Good Fishing, Roly Newton - Tackle World Tully

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Tully athletes perform well at the Queensland School Cross-Country State Championships MARIA GIRGENTI LAST month, three Tully athletes competed in the Queensland Schools’ 10 - 19 years Cross-Country Championships held at Limestone Park, Ipswich. Isabelle Matthews from Tully State School participated in the Girls’ 10 years 2kms run, Madeleine Jenkins from St Clare’s Catholic School, Tully, in the 11 years Girls’ 3kms run, and Elissa Quagliata from Tully State High School in the Girls’ 18 - 19 years 6kms run. Although all three girls ran extremely well on a very hilly course against tough competition, they were unable to make placings. The girls competed in their individual events on Sunday, and then on Monday participated in a team relay, which consisted of five team members who each ran 1.5kms. To represent the Peninsula region, the trio won their respective Cassowary Coast cross-country events. The three then went on to represent the Cassowary Coast District at the Peninsula Cross-Country Championships, where Matthews finished in fifth place (Girls 10 years), Jenkins placed second in (Girls 11 years), and Quagliata finished in sixth place (Girls 18/19 years). All three girls gave their best and did themselves and Isabelle Matthews, Elissa Quagliata, and Madeleine Jenkins, who competed in the Queensland School Sport Cross-Country Championships in Ipswich. their region proud, whilst enjoying the experience.

Elissa Quagliata during the Cross-Country Championships.

Isabelle Matthews competing at the CrossCountry Championships

Madeleine Jenkins in action.