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Tomorrow - Saturday Ingham Showers 20 - 27 Cardwell Showers 19 - 28 Tully Showers 18 - 26 Mission Beach Showers 19 - 26 Innisfail Showers 20 - 27 Tomorrow - Sunday Ingham Scattered thunderstorms 20 - 28 Cardwell Scattered thunderstorms 19 - 28 Tully Thunderstorm 18 - 27 Mission Beach Thunderstorm 19 - 26 Innisfail Scattered thunderstorms 20 - 27

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“THREADS”, a new exhibition, which pushes the boundaries of traditional textile techniques into innovative and creative forms, opens at 6pm on Friday, September 3, at Tyto Regional Gallery. A group of fibre and textile artists, working in a variety of techniques, will showcase customary textile techniques and original creative styles. The exhibition affords you a chance to explore a myriad of ways in which fibre can be exploited for its vast emotional and symbolic potential. It features intricate designs and vibrant pieces made from machine and hand embroidery, felting, knitting, and crochet, eco-dyeing, lino printing, basketry from natural and re-cycled materials, soft sculpture, shibori on silk, upcycling garments, and weaving. “Threads has been a popular exhibition at Mission Arts, with five successful exhibitions in recent years. This year, we were offered a chance to exhibit in Tyto Regional Art Gallery in

From left of photo: Sue Shannon, Libby Clegg, Valerie Boll, Sally Moroney, Sandra Brazier, Jan Thompson, Laurice Collins, Sandy Bielenberg, Ingham, in a much bigger display space, and the opportunity to work with fibre and Annette Anderson (members of the artists from the Hinchinbrook region.” Mission Arts Threads Group). Threads exhibition coordinator Sally Moroney stated. “Each artwork brings a unique experience, you are welcome to ‘feel’ through your eyes, but, as tempting as it may be, please do not touch with your hands.” This is an exhibition not to be missed. It proposes a dialogue around the artists’ shared focus on materiality and the tactility of fabric and changing of threads to fine art. “Threads”, is one of the only regular fibre and textile events in North Queensland. Opening night is 6pm, Friday, September 3, with finger food provided and a cash bar. RSVP to Tyto Regional Gallery on 4776 4725 . It continues till Sunday, September 26. Everyone is welcome to meet the artists at a morning tea and enjoy a floor talk on Wednesday, September 8.

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Currajah Hotel Motorcycle Show to raise funds for a local battler MARIA GIRGENTI THE annual Currajah Hotel Motorcycle Show on Saturday, September 4, is proudly raising funds for a local lady who is battling chronic kidney disease. Each year, the bike show committee carefully chooses to support a different recipient in the local region who are doing it tough. Prizes will be awarded in 11 motorcycle categories, and the family-friendly event will feature live music by Phil Houston (Lazy Tradie), hot food, games, cold drinks, a sausage sizzle, and overnight camping is available. A monster raffle is being run on the day, with over $2,000 worth of prizes up for grabs. Tickets are $1 each and will be drawn at the bike show. Gates open at 12.00pm and the entry fee is $5, with children under 16 free. Trista Cataldo, aged 33 has IgA Nephropathy, which is a chronic kidney disease (CKD), and her function is 5%, which is in Stage 5 - renal failure. IgA Nephropathy, also known as Berger’s disease, is a common kidney disease and occurs when

an antibody called immunoglobulin A (IgA) builds up in the kidneys. It can only be diagnosed through a kidney biopsy. This causes local inflammation and, over time, can hamper the kidneys’ ability to filter waste from the blood. In 2013, at the age of 26, Cataldo was first diagnosed with this auto-immune disease. At the time, Cataldo and her partner were trying to start a family and had been through a gruelling round of IVF treatment, which was unsuccessful. After Cataldo transferred to a new GP in Cairns, they noticed her kidney function was declining from past results. She was then referred to a kidney specialist in Townsville. Her GFR was 69% at the time a biopsy was conducted, which confirmed a diagnosis of IgA Nephropathy and, subsequently, she was put onto the medication Ramipril, which kept the autoimmune disease at bay for a few years. Things seemed to be improving, until Cataldo contracted an UTI, which caused a rapid decline in her kidney function. She then became very sick with gastroenteritis, which pushed her

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I watched the horses on the plains I envied their freedom While I lived in pain I saw the birds soar in the sky I coveted their ease To fly so high. An earthbound creature Pitiful, weak I walked in defeat Would negative speak I knew there was more For me out there.

Trista Cataldo, who needs a kidney transplant, will be the recipient of funds raised from this year’s Currajah Hotel Motorcycle Show. into the early stages of renal failure. As a result, Cataldo had minor surgery and is now undergoing haemodialysis twice a week for four hours at a time at Innisfail Hospital. As her health declined, she was forced to reduce work from full-time to ten hours per week. Cataldo needs a kidney transplant, and after extensive testing her parents Mark and Donna are a match. All funds raised from the bike show and raffle will assist Trista and her parents with medical costs, medication, and accommodation in Brisbane, as she will need to relocate for a few months for the transplant. Trista needs the support of the local community and is extremely grateful to the organisers of the Currajah Hotel Bike Show for their generosity.

The annual Currajah Hotel Motorcycle Show attracts a wide variety of shiny bikes throughout the region.

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For updates on her progress, please visit Trista’s IgA Nephropathy Journey Facebook page.

Motorcyclists are encouraged to get along to the Currajah Hotel Bike Show on September 4 in support of a worthy cause.

I watched a fly struggle In sticky spider web Trapped, held fast I identify with that fly Caught as it were In Satan’s web, I watched as the Gentle hand of a child Eagerly reached out Unafraid, caring, And loosed that fly Lovingly let it go, I felt the hand of God Reach down in grace Pour healing balm Bring peaceful calm Upon my life To release me. “And He said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore, most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” 2 Corinthians 12:9

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Cassowary Coast Photography workshop at Community Support Centre Innisfail

THE Community Support Centre Innisfail is hosting a Photography Workshop on Monday, October 18, from 9.30am - 11.30am. This workshop is for budding photographers who would like to learn more about how to use their own cameras and phones and improve their skills. Participants are asked to bring their camera or phone and will learn how to take the best photographs using their own equipment. The workshop will be run by Marius Theede at the Community Support Centre Innisfail, 13 - 17 Donald Street. Those wishing to attend need to register before Monday, October 11, so please call 4043 8400 to reserve a spot.

FNQ Youth Assistance Fund can assist families struggling due to the COVID-19 pandemic. ARE you struggling financially and need a helping hand to buy groceries or pharmaceutical medicine? The Far North Queensland community is facing an unprecedented crisis due to COVID-19. In response, the FNQ Youth Assistance Fund quickly formed an emergency Community Crisis Fund to assist families and youths through this difficult time. The aim of the FNQ Youth Assistance Fund’s emergency COVID-19 Community Crisis Fund is to provide food and medical vouchers to disadvantaged youths, up to 24 years of age, or families in crisis, suffering severe acute financial duress due to the loss of job and income directly resulting from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. The FNQYAF COVID-19 Community Crisis Fund is taking applications to help youths and families across the North Queensland region from Cardwell, west to the Queensland border, and as far north as the Torres Straits. Applications can be made via https://www.fnqyaf. org.au/covid/apply.

Mission Beach Cassowary Festival Postponed IN the interests of community well being due to the uncertainty surrounding the current Covid situation, it was decided by the Cassowary Festival Steering Committee to postpone the Community Cassowary Festival. “As seen on our website, there has been a great effort put in by our community’s schools, individuals, groups and organisations, in helping create this fun,

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News in Brief Hinchinbrook Council Calls for Volunteers for Nursery Program COUNCIL calls for community members interested in volunteering in our nursery each Wednesday, where you will gain valuable experience, learn new skills, make new friends, and contribute to growing plants for our local environment. Volunteers are given the opportunity to learn about seed collection, storage, preparation, and sowing, direct seedling techniques, propagation by division, and potting mixes. The Nursery Volunteer Program will take place every Wednesday from 8.00am to 11.30am at the Nursery located at Council’s Works Depot on Martin Street Ingham. Volunteers are required to bring closed in shoes, a hat, sunscreen, water, and something to eat. Tea and coffee making facilities are provided on site. Please note that spaces are limited. If you are you interested in becoming part of a friendly and active team and would like to contribute to our local environment, please register your interest by contacting Council’s Biosecurity Team on 4776 4740.

Hinchinbrook Destination Guide NEW Hinchinbrook Destination Guides have now been released, promoting that just a short drive north of Townsville, Hinchinbrook is your gateway to the stunning wet tropics. Our Shire is encompassed by ancient tropical rainforest, rugged tropical islands, and the Great Barrier Reef. Home of Australia’s highest single drop waterfall, Wallaman Falls, and the departure point for the iconic wild Hinchinbrook Island. The Guide focuses on adventure, culture, nature, food, and our Shire’s industries. Let the pages of the Guide take you on a journey that can be as simple or as complex as you desire, allowing you to sample the region’s delights or completely immerse yourself in the Hinchinbrook Way of living. New Destination Guides will be delivered to every shop front in Ingham and will continue to roll out throughout the Shire over the next few weeks. A hard copy of the Guide is available at the Hinchinbrook Visitor Information Centre (VIC) and numerous VIC’s throughout Queensland. The Guides present a unique opportunity for Council to

help promote the district through small business. A copy of the Hinchinbrook Destination Guide can be downloaded from The Hinchinbrook Way website.

Resilience Projects to kick off in the Hinchinbrook Shire WORK is about to kick off on a local project designed to improve residents’ resilience to flooding events, thanks to a package of flood recovery grants recently announced. Two projects in the Hinchinbrook Shire received the go ahead as part of the Recovery and Resilience Grants, which are funded by the Australian Government and delivered through the Queensland Reconstruction Authority. The projects funded in our area are: • Sand Loading Machine; and • Signage and Signage Trailer for the Lower Herbert. The Sand Loading Machine will be fully self-sufficient, and custom built to assist with filling sandbags in preparation for disaster/flood events. Signage and a Signage Trailer for Lower Herbert is a dedicated trailer housing road closure and other required signage to be deployed to Lower Herbert during flood events. Grants were open to the 14 Local Government Areas most affected by the 2019 North Queensland flood event, for locally led projects that increase resilience to natural disasters. Across North Queensland, a total of 58 projects have been funded so far, covering items from recovery centre upgrades, improved access to clean water, and a range of measures to strengthen emergency planning and management. See the full list of funded projects at www.recovery.gov.au/locally-ledrecovery.

Congratulations to Warrgamay People COUNCIL wishes to congratulate the Warrgamay people on the official return of approximately 200,000 hectares of land to its Traditional Owners.

Forrest Beach Community Clean Up Event Results THE numbers are in, and a total of 1.58 tonnes of rubbish was removed from our lovely beach during the Forrest Beach Community Clean Up Event on Saturday, August 14, 2021. This is the result of a massive effort put in by Council staff and volunteers on the day. The top five types of litter collected on the day were: 1. Broken pieces of hard plastics. 2. Bottle lids and tops. 3. Polystyrene packaging. 4. Thongs and rubber soles. 5. Soft plastic remnants. There were also 16 illegally dumped tyres collected from the beach and foreshore during the event.

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Innisfail State College staff and students, who dressed in pink for breast cancer and raised $840, with former student Matt Cutuli (sitting in car), who is 2021 BCNA Pink Tradie campaign ambassador.

Pink Tradie campaign in Innisfail raises over $10,000 for breast cancer MARIA GIRGENTI INNISFAIL was awash with pink on August 13 as over fifty businesses, thirteen schools, and six early learning centres dressed in pink and decorated their workplaces, in support of Matt Cutuli, the face of this year’s BCNA Pink Tradie campaign. Cutuli from Mourilyan, who is a second-year apprentice boiler maker at Daradgee Welding Works, lost his beloved Nanna, Lorraine, to breast cancer in 2018. Lorraine was a passionate advocate for Breast Cancer Network Australia and supported many people in her local community as they were undergoing treatment. The fundraising target was $1,000, but this was smashed, with over $10,000 raised for BCNA, which

provides essential information and support services for those affected.

insurers, and health professionals to ensure everyone can access affordable treatment and care.

It was a real community effort, with all the schools and early learning centres contributing donations to the worthwhile cause.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer amongst Australian women, and, in 2021, it is estimated more than 20,030 Australians are expected to be diagnosed with breast cancer (19,866 women and 164 men).

Some of the top fundraisers were Innisfail State College with $840, Tully State School P&C Association Free Dress Day $240, Goondi State School $424, Discoveries Child Care Families $230, Good Counsel College $230, Mourilyan State School $281, and Innisfail East State School $224, whilst Sapore di Itallia raised $836.30, which they increased to $900. This year’s Pink Tradie campaign highlights the financial impact faced by those diagnosed with breast cancer. Scans, tests, and treatment can be costly, along with the possibility of having to stop work, or take time off, which can create additional stress for individuals and families. BCNA offers support and guidance by providing information on the rights and responsibilities for employees and employers, as well as managing work, finances, and breast cancer.

Staff at Sapore di Italia got into the spirit of Pink Tradie Day.

According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare’s 2021 data, survival rates continue to improve for Australian women diagnosed with invasive breast cancer. These have increased from 74% (1986 - 1990) to 91.5% (2013 - 2017) for women surviving five or more years beyond diagnosis. During the months of August and September, tradies across Australia are encouraged to ‘pink up’ at work, host a fundraising event, and start a conversation with their work colleagues about breast cancer. It might be a golf day, BBQ, trivia night, morning tea, raffle, head shave, or another fundraising event. It is not too late to get involved and online donations can be made via https://bcna.secure.force.com/ Donations/CID_Fundraise.

BCNA advocates with, and for, people with breast cancer, while working with government, private health

Pink Tradie beanies, socks, and other BCNA merchandise can be purchased via www.pinksportsday. bcna.org.au/store.

Daryl Cutuli and his father Frank cruised through Innisfail in a pink vintage car on the Pink Tradie Day.

Pink was the order of the day for staff and customers at Creative Events Innisfail.

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The importance of self-awareness to promote and market your community SARI HYYTINEN IT is interesting to consider a rural community as needing to have the right people to promote and market it to the broader population. The nature of rural communities is they are often lag behind what is happening in cities. The shift to young people from regional areas receiving their education in metropolitan cities and no longer on farms or in rural communities has resulted in their adoption of a ‘celebrity focus’ and desire to stay ‘on trend’. To remain ‘on trend’, young people believe that they need to move to the city where they will have access to more modern products and services. Youngsters in rural areas may often feel out of the loop when brought up in a rural area or living rural where they are not provided the same resources or services that exist in a city. There needs to be a shift of focus for our young people and our rural and regional communities need to be promoted and marketed in the right way, a way that appeals and attracts this younger demographic, to ensure that young people will want to move or return here to live. It is no use bemoaning the empty shops in your small-town community. You need to think of ways of promoting living rural as an attractive option. To do so, you may also need to acknowledge and change your mindset if there is any chance that you are part of the reason that people do not want to move here or do not want to stay. If you are a person who believes that it takes generations for a person to be considered ‘local’, then you need to be aware that you are the reason that your community is dying. If you want your business to be the only option for a particular product or service in a small town, then you need to understand that you are the reason your town is dying. If you wish to see your town survive and thrive, you need to be willing to change your way of thinking and you need to be willing to be welcoming and kind to new people who want to settle in your town and start a business in your community. THIS Father’s Day, get a taste of Targa Great Barrier Reef and get up close and personal with some of the fastest cars in Queensland. Councillor Nick Pervan advised that due to the current Covid impacts across the country, the planned Super Stage, as part of Targa Great Barrier Reef, will now proceed in 2022. “In 2021, Targa, Council, and Innisfail Chamber of Commerce have teamed up to bring a taste of Targa to Innisfail.”

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CONFIDENTIALITY is one of the Tully Support Centre’s (TSC) fundamental principles. It is extremely important in the work that we do every day. You could say confidentiality is the currency that allows us to work in our community. Confidentiality does not just refer to what is said in a counselling or support session. It also means we would not discuss with anyone that you had even come into the centre. This is your right to privacy and confidentiality when accessing the services of the centre. It is hard enough to ask for assistance without having to worry about someone talking about you for accessing that assistance. It is also important to understand that the staff at the centre will not talk about any community member accessing a service with anyone inside or outside the centre. This includes friends and family. Members of the community can rest assured that

Friday, August 27, 2021 their information is kept private and any information that we need to collect about you, will be kept secure in a lockable filing cabinet. The only time we would discuss your personal information is with your written permission. This is normally to another organisation (referral) that can provide a service, which we cannot. However, you have the right to say no to your information being provided. However, there are legal limits to confidentiality. If you make a threat against yourself or someone else, or if the safety of children is involved, we may need to contact the police, mental health, or child safety, to protect yourself or another person. But this very rarely happens. Remember the TSC is here to help, and the information we do collect is done so to ensure that we are able to assist you in the best way possible. 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, with opening hours 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 out the Tully Support Centre online at www. tullysupportcentre.com.au or follow us on Facebook “Tully Support Centre Inc.”.

SU Chaplaincy Fundraiser 2021 RECOGNISING the social, emotional, and spiritual support of their local Chaplains, a crowd of supporters attended Life Church Ingham last Saturday morning for a fundraising event in support of SU Chaplaincy.

Chaplains discuss and assist students are Friendship / Peer Issues, Bullying / Harassment, Mental Health – Anxiety / Depression, School Behaviour, and Family Breakdown / Parental Separation.

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SU chaplaincy and Guest Speaker Andrew Carey was the increasing need for a stable positive role model in our children’s lives due to the modern working lives of their parents, which reduces the time available for parents to spend with their children.

Guest Speaker, Senior Constable Andrew Carey, sharing the positive impact of his School Chaplain and the need to ensure positive role models for our teenagers. Attendees of the fundraising event.

TARGA Cavalcade comes to town around 12:50pm. Rankin Street will be closed from 6.00am until 3.00pm to allow for the festivities.” Cr Pervan said the cavalcade will travel along Fitzgerald Esplanade, moving down the Corso and finishing on Mourilyan Road, and should take about an hour to complete. The full map of the cavalcade route can be found by visiting the Council’s website or Facebook page.

“With about eighty cars in town, car enthusiasts will have the opportunity to get a good look at participating cars with TARGA Cavalcade.”

“As part of TARGA Town, many local cafes will be open for lunch, for both Targa participants and spectators. I hear many will also have special offers, of which spectators can take advantage. The full list of participating cafes can be found on our Facebook page or website.”

“The Targa cars will be parked along Rankin Street from 11.15am, before commencing the cavalcade at

“It is a great opportunity to take Dad down to check out the cars and have a special Father's Day lunch.”

“Vince Sofia from HDeVolution and Frank Russo from Channel Seven News have teamed up to livestream the cavalcade for residents who are unable to attend. Vince plans to use a drone to give a unique view of the proceedings and interested community members will be able to view this via Facebook.” “Whilst it is disappointing that the Targa super stage will not be able to proceed in the original format, I am excited that the cavalcade is coming to town in 2021 and, in 2022, we will see a bigger and even better event coming to the region.” “Follow @Targa Town Innisfail on Facebook or visit Council’s page for more information. Full details can also be found via Council’s website www. cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/TARGAGBR2021 The livestream on the day can be accessed by visiting https://bit.ly/3j1ByOm.

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Five-day festival to celebrate Innisfail’s Art Deco heritage MARIA GIRGENTI AFTER last year’s Art Deco event was cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions, the Innisfail and District Historical Society is excited to host the Tropical Art Deco Festival, which runs from September 15 - 19. Since securing a Cassowary Coast Regional Council Major Event grant in April, it has been a busy time for the organising committee, which is made up of Historical Society members and representatives of groups who will host events. Innisfail and District Historical Society President, Trish Ernst, advised that the group was formed in 1984 and members have gathered a lot of stories, photographs, and newspaper editions from the very early days of settlement to recent times. “As the economy of the area improved and businesses started to flourish, Art Deco became part of Innisfail’s history.” “Today, we are fortunate to have so many of these beautiful old buildings still in existence, especially after three major cyclones.” “The Tropical Art Deco Festival celebrates our unique buildings, and that Innisfail is the Art Deco capital of Australia.”

This event, which is proudly supported by the Cassowary Coast Regional Council, begins on Wednesday, September 15, with the Historical Society’s ‘Moonlight Tour’ at the Innisfail cemetery, starting at 6.30pm. There are plenty of free and ticketed events, including guided town walks, an Art Deco trivia night, Shire Hall self-guided tours, a Roaring 20s cocktail party, a Movie under the stars, Champagne mystery movie, Lioness markets, jazz and cocktail river cruises, jazz music in Edith Street, a high tea, and a vintage market at the Shire Hall.

Be sure to visit the Innisfail Historical Society Museum in Edith Street’s Canecutter Court during the festival, open between 10.00am - 2.00pm, for a closer look at Innisfail’s history.

There is something for everyone at this year’s Tropical Art Deco Festival, with five days of 1920s fashion, fun and music. For a detailed events program and information on how to book for ticketed events, please visit www. c a s s o w a r y c o a s t . q l d . g o v. a u / o u r community/tropical-art-deco. Further information can also be found on the Tropical Art Deco and Innisfail and District Historical Society’s Facebook pages.

Vintage cars and 1920s style outfits will be all the rage at this year’s Tropical Art Deco Festival.

Parasols were a popular accessory in the main streets of Innisfail at the 2019 Tropical Art Deco Festival.

destroyed large portions of the town.

Celebrations will conclude with a Great Gatsby Picnic in Jack Fossey Park, on the riverfront, on Sunday, September 19, from 2.00pm - 5.00pm. Entry is free and it is a BYO picnic, rugs, and chairs, where guests will be entertained by local talent, including Innisfail Community Band, Just Sing It! Danceworks Academy, Viv Edwards, a jazz trio, and guest performers, as well as a vintage car display. Most events encourage patrons to wear Art Deco style fancy dress to help set the mood and to celebrate the town’s Art Deco heritage and stunning architecture. This Art Deco style architecture came about after the 1918 cyclone, which

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A visit to the Innisfail Historical Museum is a must during the festival to admire their Art Deco window display and discover the history of the town.

Local ladies dressed up in their best 1920s style outfits are looking forward to this year’s Tropical Art Deco festival.

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Diamond wedding anniversary celebrations for Rob and Margaret Saunders MARIA GIRGENTI LAST month, long-term Innisfail residents, Rob and Margaret Saunders (nee Evans), celebrated their diamond wedding anniversary and nine family members joined them to partake in a barbecue and a special luncheon at Roscoes Piazza. Unfortunately, some family members were in lockdown due to COVID-19 and were unable to attend. They received congratulatory letters from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, His Excellency General David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), Governor-General of Australia, and his wife Linda, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, Federal Member for Kennedy Bob Katter, and Member for Hill Shane Knuth. Rob, who is the eldest of three, was born in Warwick to parents Ron and Gwen Saunders in 1938, whilst Margaret, who is the middle of three sisters, was born on the bank of Meunga Creek en route to Tully Hospital to parents Jack and Betty Evans. Margaret attended Kennedy State School, which had one teacher, and then Herberton High School where she boarded at the Methodist Hostel. Rob completed his primary schooling at Ascot State School and secondary at Industrial High, Brisbane. In 1957, Rob was called up for National Service and did his training at

Wacol and, a year later, he met Margaret in Brisbane through mutual friends, the Vines family. At the time, Rob was an apprentice plumber at J R Wylie & Sons and Margaret worked at Commonwealth Bank in Brisbane. Love blossomed and the pair were married on July 1, 1961, at Bowen Presbyterian Church and thirty guests attended the reception held at Rob’s parents’ house in Bowen. After their nuptials, they lived in several towns in North Queensland as Rob was involved in sewerage mains’ construction. They were blessed with three children and have four grandchildren. In 1973, Rob and Margaret moved to Innisfail as Rob’s father oversaw the sewerage contract and Rob worked for his father’s company, NSN Constructions. After seven years, the contract ended, and the couple decided to stay in Innisfail where they have lived for close to 50 years. For a few years, Rob worked at the Council in the water gang and at Industrial & Agricultural Supplies. Margaret worked as a teacher’s aide at Goondi State School for almost 25 years and, before his retirement, Rob was a groundsman at Innisfail High School.

THERE has been a hive of activity at the Tully Nursing Home! Many of our residents are participating in activities and enjoying the lovely weather outside. Last week, we welcomed our new Director of Nursing (DON), Gail Mears, who comes to us for a fixed term. She recently moved from the Burdekin area, where she was working as a Team Leader for Queensland Health. It is a time of transition for the Home, as we now have a new structure. The DON will have overarching responsibility for all aspects of the Home's management. We are pleased to be moving in this

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They have been volunteering members on school and kindergarten committees, the Apex Club, and the National Servicemen’s Association for 20 years. Wildlife conservation has always been a passion for Rob and Margaret and, as members of the Johnstone Ecological Society for 30 years, they have been very involved with the rehabilitation of a degraded wetland at Bulguru.

camper trailer or tent, circumnavigating the country, taking every known dirt road and desert crossing. They have fond memories of camping trips, card nights, and the many lifelong friendships formed since living in Innisfail. “Surprisingly, over the years, not a lot has changed in Innisfail, as it is still a laid-back town with friendly people.” When the couple were asked about their philosophy for a successful marriage, their response was that they “both like the simple life and enjoy each other’s company.”

Their love for off-road travel has seen them explore every state in their

Rob and Margaret Saunders were married on July 1, 1961, in Bowen.

Rob and Margaret Saunders celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary last month.

positive direction, especially given that we have been living in such uncertain times, with the stressors of COVID and limited government funding for aged care. Unlike the majority of nursing homes in Australia (which are run by corporations and governments), we are a not-for-profit community-owned organisation. Apart from government payments and refundable accommodation deposits, we rely heavily on grants and generous community donations. For example, we have a great Fathers’ Day raffle, to be drawn on September 2, with tickets available from the Home and at Nick & Jean’s Supermarket. This will provide us with much needed equipment for the care of our residents. Our Board is comprised of eight local people from the health, farming, and business sectors. Our focus is on providing residents with quality care in a tropical environment. If you would like to follow what is happening at the Home, we are on Facebook. And please remember, if you want to visit a family member or friend at the Home, you must provide a current flu vaccination certificate (as per Queensland Health’s Aged Care Directive).

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Changes to Crocodile CARDWELL MEALS ON WHEELS SEPTEMBER 2021 Management Plan a MUST Wednesday, September 1 Colleen and Rod Tennent

Friday, September 3 Lisa Cartwright and Carol Palmer

Monday, September 6 Anthony Cois

Wednesday, September 8 Ian and Jennifer McCallan

Friday, September 10 Tim Peckover and Marita Lazic

Monday, September 13 John Newsome and Michele Batho

Wednesday, September 15

Ros Oellermann and Caroline Dyer

Friday, September 17 Marina Hoare and Julia Logan

Monday, September 20 Debbie Clancy and Stan Skeates

Wednesday, September 22 Eric Wagemaker and Fran Brady

Friday, September 24 Don and Lee Porter

Monday, September 27 Maria and Brian Wishart

Wednesday, September 29 Sue Hart and Gail Hutchins

INGHAM MEALS ON WHEELS ROSTER SEPTEMBER 2021 WEDNESDAY 1 KITCHEN: R. Marshall, J. Hutcheson, B. Carne, and B. Hebbard. DRIVER/DELIVERY: R2 - P. Robino and R. Radel, R3 - I. and D. Purdon, R4 - NQIB (Donna).

FRIDAY 3 KITCHEN: R. Marshall, J. Hutcheson, B. Carne, T. Furlan, and M. Cominardi. DRIVER/DELIVERY: R2 - C. Carey, R3 - A. Lynch and M. Moore, R 4 - M. and H. Matthews, R10 - W. Ashley.

MONDAY 6 KITCHEN: R. Marshall, J. Hutcheson, B. Carne, D. Sargent, and R. Phillips. DRIVER/DELIVERY: R1 - J. Stokes, R2 - V. Cutting and M. Bandiera, R3 KEITA, R4 - L. Laspina and J. Colson, R5 - D. Hatfield.

WEDNESDAY 8 KITCHEN: R. Marshall, J. Hutcheson, B. Carne, M. Girgenti, and J. Stokes. DRIVER/DELIVERY: R2 - L. Sartor and C. Bain, R3 - ROTARY, R4 - C. McLeod and R. Radel.

FRIDAY 10 KITCHEN: R. Marshall, J. Hutcheson, B. Carne, and T. Furlan. DRIVER/DELIVERY: R2 - R. Radel, R3 – F. and J. Boon, R4 – J. Armstrong and Y. Oakes, R10 – W. Ashley.

MONDAY 13 KITCHEN: R. Marshall, J. Hutcheson, B. Carne, D. Sargent, and R. Phillips. DRIVER/DELIVERY: R1 – J. Henderson, R2 – E. and S. Lenti, R3 – P. Robino and R. Radel, R4 – S. Rutherford and J. Hardwick, R5 – D. Hatfield

WEDNESDAY 15 KITCHEN: R. Marshall, J. Hutcheson, B. Carne, L. Castles, and S. Kemp DRIVER/DELIVERY: R2 – L. Castles

and R. Guazzo, R3 – E. Huddy and R. Swarbrick, R4 – T. Contarino and J. Schifilliti.

FRIDAY 17 KITCHEN: R. Marshall, J. Hutcheson, B. Carne, and T. Furlan. DRIVER/DELIVERY: R2 – L. Sartor and P. Robino, R3 – D. Girgenti and Z. Kanakis, R4- HSC, R10 – W. Ashley.

MONDAY 20 KITCHEN: R. Marshall, J. Hutcheson, B. Carne, and R. Phillips. DRIVER/DELIVERY: R1 – R. and S. VanKerkerwyk, R2 – A. Lynch and M. Moore, R3 – E. and R. Davis, R4 – P. Robino and R. Raadel, R5 – D. Hatfield.

WEDNESDAY 22 KITCHEN: R. Marshall, J. Hutcheson, B. Carne, S. Kemp, and D. Hatfield. DRIVER/DELIVERY: R2 - NQIB (Kate), R3 - ROTARY, R4 – C. McLeod and R. Radel.

FRIDAY 24 KITCHEN: R. Marshall, J. Hutcheson, B. Carne, M. Cominardi, and T. Furlan. DRIVER/DELIVERY: R2 – C. Carey, R3 – P. Robino and R. Radel, R4 – J. Armstrong and Y. Oakes, R10 – W. Ashley.

STATE Member for Hill Shane Knuth has today announced he will be submitting a revised Safer Waterways Bill on behalf of the Katter’s Australian Party (KAP) to address shortfalls in the current management program to meet community expectations. Mr Knuth was critical of the State Government’s recently released Queensland Estuarine Crocodile Monitoring Program report, stating the report was long on rhetoric but short on detail. "The State Government are good at throwing out numbers, which might impress those who don’t live in crocodile country, but certainly wouldn’t pass the pub test in North Queensland,” Mr Knuth said. Mr Knuth pointed out $5.8million was allocated over five years ago to complete what was supposed to be a comprehensive monitoring program to study crocodile populations, yet the end result was a short, glossy, 8-page report with an estimation only of crocodile numbers in waterways in North Queensland.” "If I was a business and gave $5.8million to a company who took five years to produce an 8-page report with a broad estimate, I would be pretty angry and demand my money back," Knuth said. He said it appeared it had been put together in a hurry after the KAP constantly questioned where the report was. "All of a sudden, a glossy report is delivered on the run that makes what I can only call assumptions, that are in direct conflict to feedback on what is actually happening on the ground in communities, particularly in Far North Queensland,” Mr Knuth said. “Ask any fisherman, who is on the water every day, how many crocs he can count every kilometre?” “It’s a hell of a lot more than the estimated 1.2 crocs per km, in the Cairns region, as the report states. Again, reality and assumptions are vastly different." On the Department of Environment and Protection website, in 2010 there were 176 unconfirmed crocodile sightings and in 2019 there were a total

of 721 reported sightings. An increase of 400 per cent in nine years. Five years on from the initial announcement, Mr Knuth said he had not seen any evidence the $5.8million had made any difference to the problem, employed more rangers, or directly addressed the concerns of landowners and tourism operators in Far North Queensland. "The report states 56 boat and 14 helicopter surveys were conducted over three years. That equates to 18 boat and less than five helicopter trips annually. I would hardly call that comprehensive or a valid use of $5.8million of taxpayers money,” he said. “I will be writing to the Minister to provide the research data behind the glossy report.” The Hill MP said it was a ridiculous waste of five years and $5.8million, which could have been used to employ more Indigenous Rangers to remove crocs from populated waterways, establish a Queensland Crocodile Authority in Cairns, and establish an egg harvesting program. People in North Queensland are sick and tired of hearing when crocodiles are reported in populated waterways that the department will "monitor" the croc to see if it presents any danger. Any crocodile, in any populated waterway, is dangerous and should be immediately removed. When Mr Knuth first introduced his Safer Waterways Bill into Parliament in 2018, it was voted down by both LNP and ALP and they had still not offered a solution to the problem. “I have been provided information from fishermen that at night they can see up to 17 crocs within one kilometre in the Russell River,” Mr Knuth said. “The government needs to step up and do something.” “The revised KAP Safer Waterways Bill will address the shortfalls in the current management program.” “We would expect both major parties to support the Bill to protect human life and the tourism industry in the Far North, which is already reeling from COVID.”

MONDAY 27 KITCHEN: R. Marshall, J. Hutcheson, B. Carne, R. Phillips, D. Sargent, and C. Amos. DRIVER/DELIVERY: R1 – P. Robino and R. Radel, R2 - KEITA, R3 – B. Molachino and A. Kemp, R4 – G. and G. Cockrell, R5 – D. Hatfield.

FRIDAY 29 KITCHEN: R. Marshall, J. Hutcheson, B. Carne, and B. Craissell. DRIVER/DELIVERY: R2 – E. McVeigh and H. VanHouweninge, R3 – P. Robino and R. Radel, R4 – J. Armstrong and Y. Oakes, R10 – W. Ashley.

Member for Hill Shane Knuth at the Russell River.

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Have your Say on the Future Management of Council’s Coastal Reserves

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COASTAL RESERVES

Whether you live there or just visit, if you care about how Council manages its coastal reserves and public spaces, you can have your say at the upcoming community consultation session to discuss the challenges and potential solutions that will help shape the future of Hinchinbrook’s coastal reserves network. Council intends to run a series of community consultation sessions focused on all the major coastal areas, including Lucinda, Forrest Beach and Taylors Beach. To ‘Have your Say’ into the future management options of Lucinda, Council invites all interested people from the Hinchinbrook community to attend the first community consultation session.

Date: Time: Location: RSVP:

Wednesday 15 September 2021 6.00pm to 9.00pm Lucinda Point Hotel Motel 12.00pm Tuesday 14 September 2021

Please register your interest and RSVP to Council’s Administrative Assistant, Breanna Camp on 4776 4740 for catering and seating requirements.

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WHETHER you live there or just visit, if you care about how Council manages its coastal reserves and public spaces, you can have your say at the upcoming community consultation session to discuss the challenges and potential solutions that will help shape the future of Hinchinbrook’s coastal reserves network.

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Council intends to run a series of community consultation sessions focused on all the major coastal areas, including Lucinda, Forrest Beach and Taylors Beach. The first workshops will be focused on the current and future management of Council’s Reserves at Lucinda. To ‘Have your Say’ into the future management options of Lucinda, Council invites all interested people from the Hinchinbrook community to attend the first community consultation session from 6.00pm to 9.00pm Wednesday 15 September 2021 at the Lucinda Point Hotel Motel. Please register your interest and RSVP to Council’s Administrative Assistant, Breanna Camp on 4776 4740 for catering and seating requirements by no later than 12.00pm Tuesday 14 September 2021.

Robin McKee and the gentleman is our president John Braithwaite OUR first Life Member for the Herbert River Museum. She has been with our museum for 20 years taking on the roles of Treasurer, historical recorder, and grants officer, as well as a volunteer. We would like to thank her for all her hard work and wish her luck when she retires to Townsville due to health issues. We will miss her so much. We are open from Tuesday to Saturday from 9am to 12noon and every second Sunday of the month from April to September. We also cater for groups and provide morning tea from $12 a head.

Council Calls for Volunteers for Nursery Program COUNCIL calls for community members interested in volunteering in our nursery each Wednesday where you will gain valuable experience, learn new skills, make new friends, and contribute to growing plants for our local environment. Volunteers are given the opportunity to learn about seed collection, storage, preparation and sowing, direct seedling techniques, propagation by division and potting mixes. The Nursery Volunteer Program will take place every Wednesday from 8.00am to 11.30am at the Nursery located at Council’s Works Depot on Martin Street Ingham. Volunteers are required to wear closed in shoes, a hat and sunscreen and bring their own water and something to eat. Tea and coffee making facilities are provided on site. Please note spaces are limited. If you are interested in becoming part of a friendly and active team and would like to contribute to our local environment, please register your interest by contacting Council’s Biosecurity Team on 4776 4740.

Volunteers at Council’s Nursery.

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Friday, August 27, 2021

Three history walls officially unveiled at Good Counsel Primary School MARIA GIRGENTI GOOD Counsel Primary recently held a whole school assembly where the Mamu and School History Walls were officially unveiled, and three new classrooms were blessed by Mother of Good Counsel Parish Priest, Father Kerry Crowley. Special guests in attendance included Michelle Darveniza, who represented her father Mr John Walsh, the first Lay Principal (1982-1994), following the departure of the Good Samaritan Sisters; Mhornin Kerrigan, the school's second Lay Principal (1994-1998); Rev Father Frank Gordon, Vicar General Diocese of Cairns and Mother of Good Counsel Parish Priest (1994-2011); along with Sister Ann-Maree Nicholls, Catholic Education Services Director of School Effectiveness – Primary, who represented the Good Samaritan Sisters.

Other invited guests were Bill Dixon, CES Director; Ian Davis, CES Deputy Director; Lea Martin, CES Director School Effectiveness – Primary; Cathy Barrett, Principal Good Counsel College; Mamu Senior Elder, Mr Alf Joyce, and his daughter Karen Joyce; Lyn Callegari and Sharon Sawdy from Innisfail Historical Society; Margaret Todd, Past Parish Business Manager; community members, parents, carers, staff, and students. After Principal Liam Kenny welcomed everyone, Brodie Masina made the Acknowledgement of Country, and the school song ' This is Our School' by Peter Kearney and a slideshow were played. Five classroom crosses were brought forward by student representatives, which were blessed by Fr Kerry. The Mamu History wall features historic pictures and information on the Mamu people, who are part of one of

the six Indigenous Australian language groups from the coastal rainforest region. It also documents where their tribes lived and has a list of Mamu place names and traditional words. The Sacred Heart Convent and School and Mother of Good Counsel Church are steeped in rich history, which started in 1903. After the Sisters of the Good Samaritan of the Order of St Benedict sailed into Geraldton (as it was then named), the Sacred Heart Convent and School were built and were opened on November 2, 1903, with an enrolment of forty-two students. Over the years, the convent, school, and Mother of Good Counsel Church have been destroyed by fires and cyclones and were subsequently rebuilt. In 1992, it was the end of an era, as after ninety-one years of service to the Parish, the Good Samaritan Sisters

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withdrew from Innisfail. In the late 1990s, extensive refurbishments and additions to school buildings occurred, including the Convent being redeveloped into the Administration building. The multipurpose Good Samaritan Hall was built in 2002, followed by the opening of a Music room and second pre-school in 2004. GCPS received a substantial grant in 2010 – 2011, which enabled the major redevelopment of the Administration block, library, theatrette, computer laboratory, learning support area, and staff room. An extension and raising of the covered area took place in 2013, followed by refurbishment of student amenities, uniform shop, and tuckshop in 2014. A new, three storey, Science and Technology Centre, Prep extension and an additional classroom were completed in 2019 - 2020. GCPS has come a long way since its inception and, in recent years, enrolments have fluctuated between 280 - 300 students.

The special guests who attended, many of which have a long connection with Good Counsel Primary School.

Mamu Senior Elder Alf Joyce, his daughter Karen, students Mateo Budd and Mia Briggs unveiled the Mamu History Wall.

Father Frank Gordon and Sister Ann-Marie Nicholls after they unveiled the Sacred Heart History Wall in the school's breezeway.

GCPS’s second Lay Principal Mhornin Kerrigan and Parish Priest, Fr Kerry Crowley, unveiled the History Wall.

FATHER’S DAY FEATURE

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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2021

Here’s to the fathers in our lives and communities TIFFANY PORTER FATHERS’ Day is just around the corner and it’s time to start thinking about what fathers mean to us and our society. Depending on what kind of father you had, your perception and emotional response will vary widely. But fathers are an essential and underestimated (and truly, societally underappreciated in this time in history) component of our society.

Children with fathers in the home while growing up excelled in all areas including ones not listed here by comparison.

I once did a research paper many years ago in the course of my tertiary education based on the importance of fatherhood in society. It was extremely well referenced and founded around a 20 year longitudinal study on the effects of fatherlessness in society.

Now I know many people who have broken past the statistics and became successful adults with none of these dramas, but as they say “it takes a village”, and the going was usually tougher than their luckier peers. But many children that grew up to be great had a secondary or surrogate father figure in their life – either a step dad, or a mentor, or an uncle or grandfather, or a neighbour, or someone in their church community. Sometimes it’s the soccer coach they see two to three times a week, or their favourite childhood school-teacher that impacted their lives so much that it still influences them today.

Children who grew up without fathers in the home were significantly higher in the statistics for teen pregnancies, negative health habits including underage and adult smoking and excessive drinking, drug taking, joblessness, lower tertiary education, and possibly most importantly, likelihood of relational breakup creating a fatherless family themselves.

I personally had an excellent father, but still my going was rough, but for other reasons and areas than those statistics. I do believe the father I had helped build the cognitive skills and emotional intelligence to weather them better than other people. And I have found myself living and working in different places across the country and globe, and often found

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an “adopted” mother or father there, or both, and not necessarily in the same home. Two Sundays from now, on the 5th of September, is Fathers’ Day. As we reflect on who the men in our lives who were there for us, who helped and guided us, who cared for and mentored us, who maybe even fought or provided for us, we should consider who have been the fathers in our lives, whether literal, adopted or temporary, and thank them. And to those males among us who are a little older and wiser than others in our lives, whether in your mid-twenties or late nineties, take a look around and ask, “who can I be a father to?”. Whether you kick a ball around with your friend’s son when you visit, or you have that young university student next door over for tea, or you mentor that new father through this transitional season in his life while looking after the grandson on your lap, know this: you are vital to the health of this community, your contribution – although it may seem small – is significant to those whom you engage with, and for the life and health and future-proofing you bring to our communities, we thank you.

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Late of Old Tully Road, Tully, aged 95 years. Most dearly loved husband of Ida (dec’d), loved father & father in law of Anthony, Gary, Joseph & Maree, loved grandfather of Jayden, Sebastian, Henna & Tait, loved brother of Giovanna (Sicily). All relatives and friends of GIOVANNI (JOHN) CALI are respectfully invited to attend his Funeral Mass which will be Celebrated THIS THURSDAY MORNING 2nd September 2021, commencing at 10.00am at St Clare of Montefalco Catholic Church, Mars Street, Tully, followed by interment at the Tully Monumental Cemetery.

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Aged 92 years. Late of Cardwell Beloved Husband of Edna (dec). Loved Father and Father-In-Law of Richard and Kathy, Debra, Robert, Gregory and Rhonda and Marella. Grandfather of Neil and Antonette, Karen, Jack, Aiden, Lisa and Liam, Jake, Thomas, Linda and Luke, Juliet and Olivia. Great Grandfather of Tyler and Logan, Ruby, William, Kevin and Edward. Loved Brother of Dawn. All Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend a Funeral Service for Jack, commencing at 11.00 a.m., Wednesday, 1st September, 2021 at The Cardwell Community Hall, Cnr. Gregory and Brasenose Street, Cardwell.

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PONT, Adrian William Aged 93 years. Late of Tully All Relatives, Friends and Members of the Tully RSL Sub Branch are respectfully invited to attend a Funeral Service for Adrian commencing at 1.00 p.m. FRIDAY 27th August 2021 at St Clare of Montefalco Catholic Church, Tully. Followed by Interment in the Old Tully Cemetery.

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Attention is directed to an application for Permanent Road Closure of an area of about 390 m2 being part of Brosnan Street, Locality of Tully, abutting the southern boundary of Lot 135 on T74610 and shown as Road Proposed to be Permanently Closed, Lot A on Drawing CNS21/032. Objections to the application must be submitted no later than 30 September 2021, in writing to the Department of Resources PO Box 5318, Townsville Qld 4810, or online at the Queensland Government’s website at ‘Current Road Closure Applications’: https://www.qld.gov.au/environment/land/state/roads Any objections received may be viewed by other parties interested in the proposed road closure under the provisions of the Right to Information Act 2009. If you lodge an objection, please include in your objection letter whether you would like to be consulted if this issue becomes the subject of an access request under the Right to Information Act 2009. For further details and to view a copy of the drawing, contact the Department of Resources Cairns Office, on (07) 4222 5427 quoting reference number 2021/001593 or view the application online on the Queensland Government’s website at ‘Current Road Closure Applications’: https://www.qld.gov.au/environment/land/state/roads

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Weed control AFTER the recent rain, a lot of weed management is taking place throughout the industry. Here in the wet tropics, weeds and vines grow rapidly with the ideal growing conditions. One definition of a weed is just a plant growing where you do not want it to, and this applied to the home garden as well as commercial crops. A lot of time and resources have gone into developing different herbicides that work within a crop and these fall into two main categories: Pre and post emergent. Pre-emergent herbicides are applied once planting is completed, but before the crop starts to grow. These herbicides do not stop weeds germinating, but once the weeds have germinated and broken through the soil surface they die off. Pre-emergent herbicides commonly work for about 6 weeks after application. Post emergent herbicides are used on established weeds within a crop. These include herbicides like 2,-D, which is a plant hormone that causes broadleaf weeds to grow too fast and die off. Since the 1990s, all agricultural industries have taken various approaches to make sure anyone using

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herbicides knows the correct and safe way to use them in an environmentally friendly way. The industry went one-step further back in the late 1990s by developing a series of trials to illustrate the importance of timely weed control. These trials showed that if no pre-emergent was applied until 4 weeks after planting, there was a yield loss of around 15% of the crop from weeds competing for moisture and nutrients. If no weed control is carried out for 12 weeks after planting, almost 60% of the crop yield could be lost. Of course, the scenario of no weed control at all would be very rare but it shows just how important it is to use herbicides in a timely and safe way because they are essential to our modern agricultural systems.

Herbert River district powers through cane season despite challenges MEMBER for Hinchinbrook Nick Dametto MP has praised the Herbert farming community on their efforts as harvesting crews’ power through the 2021 season. The sugarcane industry remains the number one industry in Hinchinbrook. For every $1 of economic activity in sugarcane growing, an additional $6.40 in economic activity is generated elsewhere in the economy.1 Since the start of the 2021 crush to the week ending August 14, some 1,246,924 tonnes of sugar cane have been crushed between Ingham’s Victoria and Macknade Mills. The Herbert Mills have processed just under a third of the estimated 2021 crop.2 Mr Dametto said while recent wet weather across the district had resulted in reduced ability to harvest in some areas resulting in lower milling output, the conditions allowed both mills to conduct routine maintenance. “Most farmers are pretty happy with the current sugar price cracking $600 per metric tonne and we have been fortunate that the recent cold snap has resulted in the Commercial Cane Sugar (CCS) rising

slightly to 12.46 units,” he said. “It’s also great to hear that Victoria Mill’s new $10.6 million evaporator vessel that was installed during the “slack” season has made a significant improvement to efficiency. “I’d like to personally thank our farmers, harvesting crews, loco crews, miller workers and their supportive families for their efforts so far this season and well done to those working tirelessly to plant next year’s crop. Also, congratulations to Wilmar’s Jack Pelleri, who has been named Apprentice of the Year at the recent Hinchinbrook Business Awards.” Mr Dametto said although this are going well at present within the sugar industry, international economic conditions could change. Keeping an eye on the Indian Government’s potential sugar market manipulation via subsidies could erode the world sugar price was a high priority. This would heavily effect Queensland’s sugar export opportunities which would have a negative effect on sugar cane growing community across the state. According to a new report by Green Pool Commodity

Another key aspect of herbicide work these days is to develop information on how new cane varieties react to herbicide use. Due to cane, being a grass, it is possible for some “phyto-toxicity” or burning of the leaves to occur from some herbicides on some varieties. To determine the risks of phytotoxicity, SRA carry out trials at Meringa station, south of Cairns, by applying various herbicides to many new varieties in a set area and observing the results over several weeks. Closer to home, TCPSL and TSl are in the process of updating our local weed management guide, which will also include some local observations of any phytotoxicity if it occurs.

Specialists, the subsidies - which are currently under investigation by the World Trade Organisation - have contributed to substantially lower global sugar prices.3 “The impact of these external influences has been felt by everyone in the sugar cane industry supply chain – we now know that there has been a calculated $1 billion cost to the Queensland sugar industry due to the decisions made by the Indian Government,” Mr Dametto said. “The dumping of subsidized sugar on the market has really hurt growers, millers and their families and furthermore our communities suffer. Katter’s Australian Party will continue to keep the pressure on Federal Coalition to act immediately if India get out of line, this is to ensure there is a level playing field,” he said.

Member for Hinchinbrook, Nick Dametto.

Sugar Mill Crushing Statistics

Wilmar Sugar Herbert region mills Week 10 ending August 21, 2021 This week

Tully Sugar Limited

South Johnstone Mill

Week 10 ending August 20, 2021

Week 9 ending August 22, 2021

Season to date

This week

Season to date

Cane crushed

173,438

1,420,362

Tonnes Cane crushed

79,000

893,350

Tonnes Cane crushed

22,850

414,990

District CCS

12.91

12.51

District CCS

13.15

12.70

District CCS

11.49

11.45

3.97M

Crop forecast

Still to crush:

2.55M

Crop forecast

1,656,650

Percentage crushed

27.7%

1.5M

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Katter calls bull dust over Senator’s population pledge A SEETHING Bob Katter has slammed the Minister for Regionalisation calling ‘bull dust’ to her pledge that Townsville’s population growth will explode to a million as more migrants, families and businesses move to the region.

“Hells Gates should be as it was always conceived by the greatest engineering firms that have built more dams than anyone else in Australia’s history and Bradfield, the greatest engineer.

Instead, Mr Katter said Senator McKenzie should read a few of his speeches and perhaps then she will understand that the road to a million people lies in the construction of Hells Gates Dam proper.

“But if it is built properly, not as a farming proposal, but as an industrial proposal, it will produce.

“She has come up here with bull dust flying and without the slightest scintilla of reality of any action plan. Even the most cursory briefing would put some substance in her plethora of aspirational comments. I’ll send her a couple of my speeches to help her out. “The SMEC Hells Gates proposals destroys this city’s chance for exponential growth and the current proposal by Townsville Enterprise and SMEC destroys Bradfield and any chance of Townsville becoming a city of even half a million people. “This is their own Government’s appalling irresponsibility – and it’s the National Party element not the Liberals that handle control over Townsville Enterprise and SMEC. “They are allowing a proposal for what is a relatively small irrigation project with maybe a hundred farms. To put that in perspective, last time I looked, Ayr had 960 and Ingham, 680 farms.” Mr Katter said if Hells Gates Dam was built as originally conceived, the population of Townsville would explode.

“They have refused to read the actual document which synthesises all of the proposals put forward by some of the finest minds this country has ever produced. The document is the Upper Burdekin Irrigation Scheme (UBurIS). “And UBurIS says, yes, you grow sugar cane, but not 50,000 hectares, this is 120,000 hectares. And because of where it is growing, you will get over 100 tonne to the hectare and well over 15 CCS, which you most certainly won’t get if you are growing it near the coast. “Because it is sugar cane, it becomes the feedstock for massive electricity, clean CO2-free energy forever, 2) it produces ethanol, clean, green, and takes the carcinogenic out of the petrol 3) produces timber and 4) it produces massive algae stockfeed. There are no CO2 emissions because the CO2 is needed to feed the algae. It is not an emission, it is a product.” Mr Katter said it was imperative that the dam was built to a height of 390 metres above sea level in order to leverage gravity fed water flow. “To achieve this we need to get it to the break in the Dividing Range so it establishes the first stage of the giant

Bradfield scheme, and the wall needs to be 390 metres above sea level. “The original proposal was put together by four people including myself; the smartest bloke I know, Roy Stainkey, the youngest doctorate ever awarded to an Australian, a university professor who has chosen to remain anonymous and Sir Leo Hilscher who created the juggernaut Queensland economy that we are still bludging off today. “The other thing it produces is water for Townsville and because it has got a hydraulic head, you will actually get paid for bringing the water to Townsville. If you go to where they want to go, you will have to pump and it will cost the people a fortune. You can get extremely valuable, peak hydro out of it as well, but

it is being built by a bunch of morons. “I have spoken to the people who I consider the leading and most powerful people in Townsville including the Council, and not one of them doesn’t believe that the Scheme should be built properly. “But the Senator and her mob have continued to treat the Prime Minister with contempt, the Cabinet Minister with contempt, the Assistant Minister with contempt and the people of North Queensland with contempt. “The great tragedy is that these people live in a vacuum, they don’t interface with the real representatives of the people or the people that have the discernment and energy to figure out what needs to be done.”

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Bowls News South Johnstone Bowls THE South Johnstone Bowls Club will hold its Annual General Meeting this Saturday, August 28, at 10:00am. All members are invited to attend. Following the AGM, there will be a Sausage Sizzle BBQ, and a game of Open Club Select 2-Bowl Triples, commencing at 1:00pm, with a prize of a $50 Seafood Tray for the winning team. All bowlers are welcome to attend. Please contact Tim Kerrigan on 0457 981 111 to nominate.

Innisfail Ladies’ Bowls 20/08/2021 MAISIE Smith is this year’s winner of the Open Champion Singles. Unfortunately, Lyn Stevenson had to forfeit the opportunity to play in the final due to ill health. A semi-final of the self-selected pairs was a very tight tussle, with Maisie Smith and Dian Catelan [18] defeating Sue Morrison and Pam Anderson [16]. After 12 ends, the score was 13 all, following which, it was end for end. Smith and Catelan will now play Helen Paterson and Diana O’Brien in the final. The two social games were close games throughout. Diana O’Brien and Ann Rule [16] defeated Bev Anderson and Joan Atkinson [11] in a game of three bowl pairs. Eileen Hamann, Marcia Ryall, and Jan Dunn [17] defeated Vera Rowe, Helen Paterson, and Catherina Cook [14] in a game of three bowl triples. Vera Rowe won the money card again, and the ladies were indebted to Sue Morrison for afternoon tea. All members are looking forward to the official opening of the restored riverbank and the new green this afternoon. Six Innisfail ladies will play in the TFNQDLBA Graded Triples in Tully next Tuesday, August 24.

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Ingham Bowls THE winning team of the Barefoot Bowls on Thursday, August 19, was Roger Celotto, Max Thompson, and John Lone, who defeated Chris Johnson, Danny Chappell, and John Piotto, 15-7. Diane Tomba, Maria Moore, and Stan Cotton lost to Jan Johnson, Tom Newsam, and Luisa Di Bella, 3-10. Donna Gosney, Robyn Fascetti, and Alf Di Bella defeated Louie Tomba, Audrey Scott, and Bob Bell, 116. The Men’s Friday Afternoon Pairs’ winning team was Allen Torielli and Phil Kite, who defeated Jeff Crossman and Andrew Cole, 26-12. Bob Bell and Ren Cantatore defeated B. Joyce and Phil Wright, 21-10. Gary Brierley and Terry George defeated Russell Peterson and Ian Muldowney, 22-13. John Eddleston and Tony Koop defeated John Holmes and Jim Dunn, 23-18. The lucky mixed team for Sunday on 22 points was: Mylanda Cole, Dave Horsley, and Ren Cantatore, who defeated Roger Celotto, John Eddleston, and Tony Koop, 2-9 (22 points to 9). Norma Evans, Janese Craven, Luisa Di Bella, and Elsa Piotto defeated Bob Bell, Max Thompson, John Piotto, and Rico Basaglia, 22-17 (16 points to 11). Michael Bube, Alf Di Bella, and Andrew Cole defeated Bev Eddleston, John Holmes, and Allen Torielli, 21-16 (16 points to 11). The Club is open on Tuesday’s from 4pm - 6pm. Thursday night’s Barefoot Bowls are held from 6pm – 8pm. Please call 47762117 before 5.30pm to have your name put on the board. All are welcome to come and try playing bowls. The Men’s Friday afternoon Pairs start at 2.15pm, please have your names into the Club by 1.45pm. Mixed Social Bowls will be held on Sunday, August 29, starting at 1.30pm. Visitors are welcome. Please have your name into the club by 12.30pm by calling 47762117. Bar Roster: Kevin Walker Social Selectors: John Eddleston

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THE official opening of the restored riverbank of the Innisfail Bowls Club, held last Friday, was a most successful event, welcomed by all members of the Club and local community. A sumptuous afternoon tea for over eighty guests was provided by the Innisfail ladies, and the Channel 7 TV coverage was appreciated by all who watched. On Tuesday, six Innisfail ladies played in the TFNQDLBA Graded Triples in Tully and were rewarded with a great day of bowls. Next Tuesday, four Innisfail ladies will participate in the TFNQDLBA Graded Fours in Yungaburra. On Wednesday, the final of the self-selected pairs was played and game took a most unexpected turn on the last bowl of the day. Diana O’Brien and Helen Paterson led for 99% of the game, arriving at the last end with a score of 15 12 against Maisie Smith and Dian Catelan. O’Brien held the lead until Smith delivered the last bowl, taking the jack to the back edge of the green where Smith and Catelan had four bowls waiting. So, the winners of the Innisfail Ladies Club Pairs for 2021 are Maisie Smith and Dian Catelan, who defeated Diana O’Brien and Helen Paterson, 16 - 15. In the social game, Eileen Hamann, Pam Anderson, and Vera Rowe [22] defeated Sue Morrison, Jan Dunn, Joan Atkinson, and Marcia Ryall [14]. Next week, the final of the Ladies Triples will be held, which promises to be an equally exciting game. Innisfail Ladies wished Pam Anderson and Joan Atkinson happy birthdays for August 29; they are twins with one born in Mayfield, New South Wales, and the

WEDNESDAY, August 18 Twenty players enjoyed a great afternoon, some playing three bowl triples and some playing 2-4-2 pairs. Team 1: Peter Smith / Gavin Buick / Wendy (23) -vTeam 2: Ray Downing / Pam Staier / Rita Hudson (14). Team 3: John Taylor / Joanne Townsend / Gary (32) -v- Team 4: John Brown / Pauline Edwards / Rhys (9). Team 5: Roger / Joan Mercer (9) -v- Team 6: Dennis Shirlaw / Bev Harrop (23.) Team 6: Judy Hood / Ron Senini (22) -v- Team 7: Rod Bradley / Toni Buick (10). The Winning Team, who received $10 each, was John Taylor /Joanne Townsend / Gary. The Runner up was Team 7: Dennis Shirlaw / Bev Harrop, who each received a free drink . Sunday, August 22 Team 1: Dennis Shirlaw / Ron French (13) -v- Team 2: Ray Downing /Robyn Brunello (10). Team 3: Rod Bradley / Joanne Townsend (7) -vTeam 4: Michael Knight / Toni Buick (3). Team 5: Steve Szabo / Val Bradley / Joan Mercer (5) -v- Team 6: Peter Smith / Gavin Buick / Pam Staier (20). Team 7: Leno Ceccato (17) -v- Team 8: John Taylor / Avis Ray / Ron Senini (1). After Smoko Team 1: (10) -v- Team 4: (6). Team 2: (10)- v- Team 3: (12). Team 5: (18) -v- Team 7: (2). Team 6: (17) -v- Team 8: (6). The Winning Team, who received $10 each, was

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Peter Smith / Gavin Buick / Pam Staier . The Runner up Team, who received a free drink each, was Rod Bradley and Joanne Townsend. Tuesday, August 24 Tully turned on a beautiful sunny day for the Tully Ladies to host the TFNQ Graded Triples. Due to lack of nominations, six Tully men bowlers filled in the void. Thanks to Dennis Shirlaw, Ray Downing, Ray Wicks, Peter Smith, Gavin Buick, and John Taylor. We had thirty-six Bowlers in all. After playing 3 Games of 14 ends, players enjoyed a beautiful afternoon tea. President Jan Baumann announced the winning teams. Coming first were Gavin Buick, Lynda Uhrenholtz, and Betty Delghetti. The Runner up Team was Denice Charman, Bev Mason, and Pauline Edwards. Presentations will be held at a later date. Thanks to Ray Downing and John Taylor for all their help and to the ladies for the catering. The winner of the raffle was Joan Mercer. A very enjoyable day! The next event is a visit from the Army/RSL to play with Tully Bowlers. Always a great day. Cheers!

Innisfail Men’s Bowls LAST Thursday’s social bowls saw thirty-six bowlers on the green and a warm welcome was given to the Gordonvale Club members who joined us for a game. Winners of the day were Sergio Dalla Pozza, Don Lowe, and Clem Kinbacher, after a count back against Michael de Vries, Matt Achello, and Allan Quinn. Visitors and new members are most welcome on Thursdays, with names to please be in by 12:30pm. September has been set aside for the second round of club triples to be played, so the remaining games of the first round are to be played before then. Please check the white board for your game. The mixed pairs draw to be played is on the notice board. A good roll up of club members attended the official opening of new retaining wall and green last Friday. A special mention to Alf and his team of helpers who had the green looking immaculate for the day.

Innisfail Bowls Club’s Men’s President Alf Strano was one of the guest speakers at the official opening of the new retaining wall project.

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Locals compete at Atherton Tablelands Gun Club’s monthly rifle shoot

LAST Sunday, sixteen members of Silkwood Clay Target Club and a few visitors competed in the Atherton Tablelands Gun Club monthly shoot, braving cold and overcast conditions, which resulted in no one gaining a possible score. Results were as follows: Event 1: 30 Target Double Barrel AA - 1st: John (Deni) Maxwell [29/30] A - 1st: Joe Zappala [29/30] B - 1st: Greg Braid [29/30] C - 1st: Joe Collins [28/30] Event 2: 45 Target Medley AA - 1st: John (Deni) Maxwell [74/75]; Equal 2nd: Duncan Sutherland and Jar Smaniotto [121/125] A - 1st: Angelo Russo [72/75]; 2nd: George Bugeja [70/75]; 3rd: Mario Raccanello [69/75] B - 1st: Nick Pattinson [69/75]; 2nd: Sandra Crapella [93/100]; 3rd: Emma Thurston [80/100] C - 1st: Scott Harper[ 64/75]; 2nd: Joe Collins [63/75]; 3rd: Peter Vit [57/75] Event 3: 25 Target Single Barrel AA - 1st: Mark Stella [25/27]; 2nd: Jar Smaniotto [24/27] A - 1st: Greg Pinner [25/27]; 2nd: Andrew Casella [24/27] B - 1st: Sandra Crapella [23/26]; 2nd: Rob Draper [22/26] C - 1st: Scott Harper [22/25]; 2nd: Kyle Heidenreich [21/25] Event 4: 30 Target Handicap 1st: Duncan Sutherland [29/30]; 2nd: Kyle Heidenreich Shooters on the range who took part in Atherton Tablelands Gun Club’s monthly shoot last [44/46]; 3rd: Sandra Crapella [43/46] (Shoot off) Sunday.

Golf News El Arish Golf IT was a week of mixed weather, however we managed to play all three competitions with good numbers of players, thanks to support from our interstate guests. Lady Luck was in play on Tuesday, when Dot Corrin birdied the 4th hole, hitting her approach shot over the creek, which then ricocheted off her playing partner’s ball and went into the hole. Also, congratulations to Jo Senior on winning Sporters in only her second competition. Well done Dot and Jo! Tuesday Stroke Competition (17/8) The winner was Graham Roberts (63), and the runner-up was Rhonda Bliss (64). NTP’s: #2/11 Men’s – Graham Roberts, #4/13 Approach All-In – Jim Boston, #5/14 Women’s – Julie Taylor, and #8/17 Approach Allin – Julie Taylor. Thursday Sporters (19/8) This Thursday’s Sporters was sponsored by Kurrimine Beach Holiday Park and saw forty-one players compete in a 9-hole stroke event. The results were: 1st: Jo Senior [28 points] 2nd: Jamie Smith [29 points on a count-back] 3rd: Tony Little [29 points] NTP’s: #10 & #11 — Rhys Camilleri, #12 & #16 — Jamie Smith, #13 — Colin Bidgood, #15 —Tony Little. Least Putts — Stew Worth [12]. Saturday’s 2-Ball Ambrose (21/8) Despite the very wet playing conditions, fifteen teams competed in the 2-Ball Ambrose, sponsored by KLP Taxation. The results were: 1st: Troy Kopp / Jamie Smith [55 ¼] 2nd: Gavin Camilleri / Brian Ernst [58 ¾] 3rd: Carlo Mannos / Michael Elliot [60 ¼]

All-in NTP’s #4/13 – Paul Topper, #5/14 – Paul Taylor, #6/15 – Carlo Mannos, #1/10 & #9/18 Approach – Dave Wylie. Longest Drive Men’s – Jake Perkins and Longest Drive Women’s – Hipas Donald. The NAGA Award went to Stew Worth / Jo Bishop [70 ½]. Thank you to KLP Taxation for sponsoring the day and to all the players for your kind donations to #DoingItForJarrod, in support of children living with cancer.

Tully Golf TWENTY-TWO intrepid souls braved the wet condition to play for prizes donated by Tully Realty. Winning the day with a great score of 63 nett was Wade Stuart, with second place going to Rob Milini with a score of 68 nett. Third place went to Amar Gurung, on a countback with 70 nett, with Walter Miller rounding out the placings, also with a 70 nett. Thanks again to our day sponsor Tully Realty. NTPS 2/11 Ladies’ Kim Robertson and the Men’s Brice Henry, 5/14 also went to Kim Robertson with Kim Milini and Vessa Hyytinen taking out the pins on 7/16, and Wade Stuart taking the pin on 9/18. Thursday afternoon Sporters’ 9-hole was won by Walter Miller with 20 points on a countback, with Graham Sinton winning the 6-hole. Rundowns went to Alex Gilbride and Maurie Smith on a countback. Rob Milini showed he has more than a drive for show, as he won the putts with 10 putts. NTPS 1/10 Sally Smith, 2/11 Luke Wise, 3/12 Alex Gilbride, 5/14 Clair Bourke, 7/16 Mike Kennedy, and 9/18 A, B and C Grade went to Mike Kennedy, Maurie Smith, and Walter Miller.

Ingham Golf THERE are a few new members putting in handicapping scores, so we wish them a big welcome to our little club. The Lionel and Trish Fuller Family Fun Day will be held this Saturday, August 28, and will be a 2-ball Ambrose. Members are encouraged to bring a non-

member along. Please remember you do need a partner if you are able to find one. On Tuesday, August 31, Fred Smith will run a competition for members in Ingham, at 12:30 for 1pm start. 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, and will be an Ambrose, with lots of prizes, and with food and drink provided. The A-Grade Stroke Pennant will now be held on November 13-14. Results: On Tuesday, there was a good field of thirty players for the Tropical Coast Veterans’ game in Tully. The Men’s Ingham prize-winners were Brian Scanlon and Fred Smith, with 28 points. Of the Ingham Ladies, Julie Reed won with 33 points, with Deb Giles as runner-up with 28 points. Julie Reed won a pin shot. Wednesday’s Ladies had nine players turnout for a Brooch Qualifier stroke event with putts counted. The clear winner was Julie Reed, with an excellent score of 71 nett. The runner-up on a countback was Cheryl Lloyd, with a nett of 78, just pipping Deb Giles. Pin shots were won by Sue Cameron and Julie Reed. Fourteen players competed in the Stableford event on Saturday. Ian Swarbrick, with 38 points, was the winner and the runner-up was Russell Shand, with 37 points. Ian Fitzgerald on 37 points also took the rundown prize. Sunday’s Monthly Medal Stableford event attracted thirty players. Ian Swarbrick took honours, with a nett 70, ahead of runners-up winners Brian Scanlon (nett 70) and Ian Fitzgerald (nett 70). Run-down winners were Aurelio Mason, with nett 71, and Steven Marbelli and Adrian Chinotti, both with 72 nett. Shane Cosentino took the pin prize. Saturday’s competition will be the Fuller Family TwoBall Ambrose and Sunday’s is a Single Stableford. Happy golfing!

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Golf News Innisfail Golf Club THE rain is certainly testing the patience of golfers, however fortunately, they are used to playing with a bit of dampness around. Special thanks to the grounds crew for their efforts, as the course is looking a million dollars. A special shout out to Addi Butorac for making awesome smokos for the boys. Members are asked that, if they see divots on the fairways, which have not been filled in, or pitch marks on the greens, to please fix them, as the Innisfail Open is just around the corner. The greens will be renovated in the week following the Innisfail Open, which will be held on September 4 - 5. The grounds crew will need a hand, so if you have time to spare during the week commencing September 6, please let Jake Cockle, Luke Peters, or Andrew Rose know that you are available. This week’s rules and etiquette segment is Provisional Ball - when to play. The rule is 18.3, but the interpretation can be varied between players. Get to know the rule, as this can speed up play.

SPORT Can you hit a provisional ball if your ball is in a penalty area? No, refer to rule 18.1. Can you hit a provisional ball if you think your ball might be lost in a penalty area, or might be lost along or over a penalty area? The answer is controversial, but the rule states yes. It is best to confirm with your playing partner. Please refer to rule 18.3a. For those who have a smart phone, download the R&A Rules app onto it, for on the course rule searches after round discussions, or ask the match committee. A huge thank you to Stephen and the team at Vandeleur & Todd Solicitors for their continued sponsorship of the Innisfail Open. Nominations forms are available at the bar. There were plenty of players for the Wednesday All Sporters and well done to Des Hensler on the win. 1st: Des Hensler [21pts] 2nd: Ian Rule [20pts] 3rd: Ned Jacobsen [19pts c/b] Innisfail’s Captain, Luke Peters, achieved an eagle on Hole 6 in the Friday Sporters’ 9-hole competition. 1st: Luke Peters [20ts] 2nd: Ned Jacobsen [17pts] Special thanks to Terence and the team at Hogan & Associates for their sponsorship this year. The weather was a bit dicey for Saturday’s Hogan & Associates Single Stableford over 18-holes, however the morning groups were led by Stephen Todd and Ian Saunderson, with 40 and 39 points respectively. Kevin Walsh put a great round together after getting drenched on the last two holes and finished with 38

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points. Results 1st: Stephen Todd [40pts] 2nd: Ian Saunderson [39pts] 3rd: Kevin Walsh [38pts] The Innisfail Junior Open was held over the weekend, with the 18-hole juniors playing a two-day competition. This event was a qualifying round for the Greg Norman Junior Masters. The 9-Hole Novice and modified Juniors were played on Sunday. Many thanks to our sponsors and helpers who served up great food for the juniors. Please visit the Innisfail Golf Club Facebook page to keep up with golf in the region. 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 - Innisfail Skip Bin Hire Stableford - 7.30am and 12.00pm tee times. Vandeleur & Todd Matchplay - Round 3 - Aug 27. Vandeleur & Todd Innisfail Open - Sept 4 – 5. FNQ Pennants Round - Nov 11. Survivor Golf Series - Dec 4 – 5.

Luke Peters was the winner of the Friday Sporters’ 9-hole competition.

Innisfail junior golfers have been receiving coaching from PGA professional Luke Newman and some were in action last weekend in the Innisfail Junior Open.

Des Hensler was the winner of the Wednesday All Sporters’ competition.

Stephen Todd was the winner of the Hogan & Associates Single Stableford played over 18 holes.

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MARIA GIRGENTI TWO local lawn bowlers, Louise Hoskins and Brandon Smith, have proven anything is possible with determination, as both won a medal in the 2021 Queensland Multi Disability Championships held at Souths Suburban and Mackay City Bowls Clubs. Louise Hoskins, from South Johnstone Bowls Club, claimed a silver medal in the Sporting Wheelies Women’s Singles, going down to Cheryl Lindfield from Mt Gravatt by 21 - 12 in the final. Brandon Smith, a member of South Johnstone and Babinda Bowls Clubs, with his grandmother Maisie Smith a Director, and Jake Fehlberg (Burleigh

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Heads), with his father Grant Fehlberg a Director, won a gold medal in the Blind Bowlers Open Pairs. Smith and Fehlberg were up against Helen Boardman (Enoggera), with Director Peter Doherty, and June Brittain (Edmonton), with her daughter Christine McDonald as Director, in the final. Smith and Fehlberg were coasting along at 9 - 1, until Boardman and Brittain fought back strongly, and the game drew 9 - 9. Smith and Fehlberg steadied themselves and won four of the last five ends to claim a 16 - 10 victory and the gold medal. Players are classified into different categories based on their disability, stance, balance, how they bowl, etc.

Hoskins competes in the Sporting Wheelies class for bowlers with a spinal injury, while other bowlers may be in wheelchairs, have missing or damaged limbs. Others may be deaf or visionally impaired. Smith, aged 28, who has been visually impaired since birth, was introduced to the game of bowls by his grandmother Maisie at the age of nine and has played the game ever since. He has been competing in the Multi Disability Championships for eight years and has won four gold medals, as well as silver and bronze in singles and pairs. Hoskins, who has been competing in the championships since 2012, suffered a rare spinal injury called Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) after complications

from surgery in 2009. As she is unable to bend, Hoskins uses a special support stick, which is used to stabilise her body when delivering the bowl. Her category is B7- spinal injury and she is classed as a partial paraplegic. She competes in the Sporting Wheelies section. Both bowlers agreed the event provides a great opportunity for bowlers to learn from each other, especially the varied methods they use to manage their disabilities. Hoskins, a passionate bowler who has been playing for 15 years, is a regular competitor in Association Bowls and has enjoyed success on many occasions.

Maisie Smith (Director) and her grandson Brandon Smith, with Jake Fehlberg and his father Grant Fehlberg (Director), who won gold in the Blind Bowlers Open Pairs. Photo: Bowls Queensland.

Brandon Smith delivers a bowl during a game, as his grandmother Maisie (Director) watches on. Photo: Bowls Queensland

Louise Hoskins, from South Johnstone Bowls Club, won a silver medal in the Sporting Wheelies Women’s Singles. Photo: Bowls Queensland

Louise Hoskins bowls at the Queensland Multi Disability Championships. Photo: Bowls Queensland

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Shane Muriata AS the Rugby League 2021 season lights back up again after a short break because of COVID in the region, it is time to check out which players from across our region will hold the key to their team’s success. First off, we head to one of North Queensland’s heavyweights in rugby league, the mighty Innisfail Leprechauns, who in the last month of footy have taken some big scalps leading the CDRL competition. Good mate, Dad joke inventor, and Leps Head Coach, Leon Hallie, was reluctant to say anyone in an Innisfail jersey should take all the wrap, “There’s just not one player here who makes this team, it’s a unit that gets the job done. Many of these guys deserve a wrap”. If the CDRL master coach won’t admit it, then I will say it for the fans, and that is that Aron Jolly is the one leading the way.

I have had the absolute privilege to call the brother a friend and was as equally glad to see him hit great form at the right time of the year for the Leps. It is clear to any pundits on the outside looking in, if Leps have a chance of taking all of the chocolates and trophies, then Aron Jolly will be in amongst it.

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Oscar Carter

Moving on to the Rugby League nursery, which is the Hinchinbrook stretch, where footy is not only a game, but a way of life, the great Herbert River Crushers footy club have been cruising along nicely to set up a date with destiny when the comp hits the playoffs. And the man leading that charge is Hooker Oscar Carter. Built like a Range Rover but tougher than a Land Rover, Oscar has carved out a reputation as one of

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the comps best defensive communicator in the middle of a great Crushers pack. As the Ingham based side struggle with some injuries to a few key players, they will be looking to Oscar to play a major role in challenging for the flag in season 2021. Hopefully, he can stay fit and bring home another trophy for the Herbert. With not much success in the Reserves and A-grade sides for the Tully Tigers, the Club’s legion of supporters will be looking to the Under 18s Rugby League team to bring success as they fight out the last few rounds for the top spot. Currently sitting in second place, the boys have a pretty tough run home, and the player whom I believe will have an impact on that is none other than young gun Darian Burton. Since the start of the year, he has blossomed into a great prospect who, if he wants to, can shoot for higher honours. Equally at home in the number nine jersey, Darian has been plying his trade at 5/8 where his ball skills and defence have been one of the only highlights of a disappointing Tigers season. If the Banyan club is going to think about bringing a trophy down the freeway in 2021, the one DB has to be the man. As we draw near to the most

anticipated Rugby League match of 2021, it is worth mentioning the history behind the Tully State High School Seniors -v- Juniors match. And, well, the only man who should tell this story is the one and only, Andrew Cripps. Before next Thursday’s match at the High School, let’s take you back to where it all began. Roll the tape, Crippsy!

Darian Burton

The history of the annual Tully State High School Seniors versus Juniors’ Rugby League Game

BY ANDREW CRIPPS, TSHS SCHOOL CAPTAIN AND SENIORS TEAM CAPTAIN, 1998 THE year was 1998. Former Tully State High School students, Stephanie Cargnello and Cathy Cavallaro led a large and dedicated Waltykima Magazine Committee as Co-Editors. Apart from the huge effort to collect and format the many reports, articles, and photos, one of the biggest jobs was to raise the funds to pay for it. The Senior Class of 1998 was a tight-knit crew, who supported each other. The Magazine Committee approached me to help develop a fundraising initiative. At that time, Tully High boasted a large number of keen young blokes who played for the mighty Tully Tigers in the local U18 and U16 competitions on the weekends. Although most of them were a year or two younger than the Seniors, I knew the Juniors would field a very competitive team, as many of us had played junior rugby league together for Tully for several seasons. I convinced our Principal, Mr Bukbardis, to approve the proposal and the Seniors -v- Juniors game was born.

We must thank Mr Bukbardis for agreeing to this, as the whole school, the staff, and many parents came along that afternoon (during school-time) to watch the game, support the players, and a make donation towards the magazine. Thanks, must also go to legendary teacher, Peter Buttsworth, for his fair and impartial refereeing. The Juniors’ team was captained by Benny Muriata, Shane’s brother, who was a very talented footballer. Other leading players in the Juniors’ team included Mac Laing, Tully Rugby League stalwart Neil Jesse and the late, great, Adam Quagliata, a prodigious sporting talent who was tragically taken from us several years later. I captained the Seniors’ team but was greatly surpassed in terms of talent by the likes of Jamie Zonta, and Robbie Ketchell, who, amazingly, is still playing for the Tully Tigers. Our Seniors’ team was lucky to have a front row combination consisting of Gerry Lizzio, Micky Krunes, and myself, all of whom had been playing together for years.

It was a very tough game. Both teams were determined to win - the Juniors in the hope of causing a sensational upset and the Seniors to protect their reputations. Several players on both sides had girls to impress. My copy of the 1998 Waltykima magazine records that a number of players were injured, and blood was drawn. Waltykima from that year credits Adam Quagliata with a hat-trick of brilliant tries for the Juniors. It does not record three tries for Shane Muriata, nor does it say he was awarded player of the match, but I have never known Shane to exaggerate a story in his favour, so if he reckons he bagged three meat pies and MVP, it must be true. The Seniors ultimately nudged out the Juniors 26-24 to claim victory in that inaugural game. The magazine story credits Robbie Ketchell with kicking the winning conversion. It was a great afternoon. We made some money for the magazine. A tradition was established. I am delighted the game is still being played each year.

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Local MiniRoos soccer stars MARIA GIRGENTI

LAST Saturday, the next generation of the region’s soccer players were in action at Castor Park, Mourilyan, braving dismal wet weather conditions to play the game they love. Players aged six to 11 from Mission Beach, Boogan Stars, Innisfail Tigers, and Tully Clubs participated in non-competitive games, which are part of the Football Queensland North Johnstone River Conference Mini Roos program. The Tully Flames Club has two teams and are searching for more players in all age groups. Mission Beach fields six teams, the Boogan Stars Club has nine teams, whilst the Innisfail Tigers Club has nine teams across all age groups. Whilst female participation across all soccer teams is healthy, the clubs always welcome more girls to give the game a try. Training started in March and since April games have been played on Saturdays at Castor Park during the season, which runs until September. There are only two weekends left, with the final games to be played on Saturday, September 4,

followed by the Boogan Stars Club presentations from 4.30pm. These local clubs are part of MiniRoos Club Football, which is the home of Australia’s largest network of grassroots football clubs. MiniRoos is a chance for boys and girls of all abilities aged 5 - 11 to play four, seven, or nine a side, rather than the traditional 11 a side, to cater for the younger age groups. Smaller fields, modified rules, and fewer players makes for increased game enjoyment, as there are more opportunities to touch the ball and score goals, which increases the likelihood of an overall positive experience. As children progress through the various age groups, they will be introduced to playing environments that most suit their stage of development and prepare them for the transition to 11 player format games when the time comes. There are many benefits of regular participation in MiniRoos games, including the development of fundamental motor skills and social skills through peer interactions. Youngsters also learn the values of teamwork,

cooperation, fair play, and respect for others. It builds on a child’s ability to make quick decisions and improve reaction time, as well as good health and wellbeing.

Mission Beach Barracudas Under 10/11 soccer team.

Boogan Stars 1 and Innisfail Tigers Gold Under 8/9 teams with their respective Coaches.

Mission Beach Black and Innisfail Tigers Red Under 6/7 players.

Mission Beach Barracudas and Innisfail Tigers Blue Under 10/11 teams in action.

Players from Boogan 4 and Mission Beach Black Under 8/9 teams.

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Fishing News

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The run of less-than-ideal boating conditions continued over last weekend, confining most boats to the estuaries. Surprisingly, despite the recent rain and the large run in the tide, it was not difficult to find good water quality. This resulted in some very good Mangrove Jacks and Barra being caught in the local creeks. I had a quick afternoon fish in the Hull River and managed several nice Jacks, with the majority being legal fish. All we managed was a few taps during the last of the run-out tide, however, once the tide turned and started pushing in, we had a flurry of bites and hook ups. This action only lasted about an hour and a half before the run in the tide was too much, so we headed home early I have mentioned that during the afternoon the water temperatures have been rising quite markedly (during our 4-hour session, it rose from 23C to just over 25C). We found the fish under overhanging mangroves, so we used weedless rigged soft plastic prawn copies to ensure that we did not snag too often. I have also heard of good numbers of both Jacks and Barra being caught in the sheltered waters of the Hinchinbrook channel. Generally, when there is a large run in the tide, anglers fish the drains and gutters that empty out on the edge of the mud flats. The trick is to pick a drain with good flow and has enough water to hold Barra. Too much water and the fish stay right back up the drain where you cannot reach, so there is an art to it. Reports have also been coming through of some great Grunter fishing, both in the coastal creeks and in the Hinchinbrook area. The bread-and-butter species such as Bream and Flathead have also been plentiful. The recent rain has flushed out some quality Mud Crabs. Boats are not getting huge numbers, two or three crabs for an overnighter, but they have been full.

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info@wettropictimes.com.au PO Box 1100, TULLY, 4854 70 Butler Street, TULLY Earlier this week, the wind is forecast to drop down and allow opportunities to get out around the islands and, hopefully, the reef. I am writing this report on Monday and will hopefully manage to travel out and fish for Nannygai and Coral Trout around the closer reefs tomorrow. Reports that have come in from before the wind came up, advised that the Coral Trout were on the chew and that there were plenty of Nannygai schooling. The Spanish Mackerel were also around in numbers, so things are looking good for this week and into the weekend. Unfortunately, the large schools of Spotted Mackerel have probably moved on by now, however the shoals in the shipping channel will still produce a mixture of Spanish, Spotted, and School Mackerel. The islands will have had a good break over the bad weather, so should fish well for Trout, Grass Sweet Lip, and the various Mackerel species. At this very early stage of the week, the forecast for this weekend is for light winds for both Saturday and Sunday. Hopefully, this will allow boats a much overdue opportunity to travel out to the reef and islands. The very small run in the tides will allow anglers to fish the

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deep holes around the island headlands. Why not take the time to get some live baits and try for a Fingermark? The small run in the tides will cause some problems in the estuaries. However, I like the Sunday afternoon run-in tide for Barra and, in particular, Mangrove Jacks. It will also allow anglers to fish the deeper holes and deep bends in the river, which are often unfishable due to too much current flow. Hopefully, the weather forecast is right, and we all manage to get out this weekend and have a great day on the water. A real treat considering that a lot of the country is in lock down. Good Fishing Roly Newton Tackle World Tully

JOHNSTONE HULL LUCINDA RIVER HEADS AUG - SEPT AUG - SEPT AUG - SEPT

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2.17m

6:31 pm

1.55m

5:05 pm

1.68m

12:09 am

1.97m

11:48 pm

2.26m

8:07 am

1.39m

SAT 28

7:07 am

1.51m

4:25 pm

1.85m

1:54 pm

2.07m

10:51 am

1.36m

SUN 29

9:58 am

1.49m

5:55 pm

2.05m

5:32 pm

2.28m

MON 30

2:21 am

1.55m

MON 30

12:35 am

1.75m

5:23 am

1.68m

5:18 am

1.85m

11:50 am

1.26m

11:02 am

1.36m

6:31 pm

2.23m

6:02 pm

2.52m

TUE 31

2:17 am

1.41m

TUE 31

12:51 am

1.56m

6:10 am

1.72m

5:54 am

1.96m

12:28 pm

1.15m

11:42 am

1.22m

6:57 pm

2.38m

6:28 pm

2.71m

WED 1

2:22 am

1.31m

WED 1

1:07 am

1.42m

6:39 am

1.79m

6:19 am

2.07m

12:58 pm

1.04m

12:15 pm

1.08m

7:18 pm

2.5m

6:51 pm

2.88m

THU 2

2:26 am

1.25m

THU 2

1:20 am

1.31m

7:00 am

1.87m

6:43 am

2.19m

1:25 pm

0.92m

12:43 pm

0.94m

7:40 pm

2.61m

7:17 pm

3.04m

SAT 28

SUN 29

FRI 27

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Friday, August 27, 2021

Local MiniRoos soccer stars Page 26

A New Barnes Cup to Debut in 2022 SARI HYYTINEN LAST Thursday was the gala day for the Barnes Cup primary school sporting day, celebrating 100 years in the Herbert River District. Thirteen schools from around the Herbert River Valley district came out in force, with 840 students participating in what ended up being a close event, with two schools running head-to-head to the finish. Ingham State Primary School came out on top, winning the Barnes Shield with 142.5, and Our Lady of Lourdes was a close second on 139. Ingham State Primary School also celebrated a win for the Barnes Cup on 0.4425, with Our Lady of Lourdes coming in close second again on 0.4225. Over the last 20 years, The Barnes Cup has become the event where the best of the best from the individual schools can battle it out for the top spot to see who the representative team for the district will be. This year, all the students from the participating thirteen schools enjoyed the special gala event. “We are retiring the Barnes Cup after 100 years,” said Chief organiser Michael Blake, Principal of Mutarnee State School (near Frosty Mango). “The Barnes family has agreed to donate a new cup for us.” The Barnes Cup Trophy was donated in 1920 by brothers Alfred, Harry, Frank, and John Barnes who immigrated to Australia from England in 1909. A hearty thanks to Hinchinbrook Rotary, Hinchinbrook Lions, and Our Lady of Lourdes Tuckshop who provided food and refreshments for the day.

Ingham State Primary School Celebrates being the winning school for the 100-year celebrations of the Barnes Cup sporting event for the Herbert River District.