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Edible pumpkin seeds: Peter Ottone and his brother Michael are trialling a potential new crop for Far North Queensland.
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Tomorrow - Saturday Rainfall statistics gathered from http://www.farmonlineweather.com.au/ and http://www.bom.gov.au/ Ingham Scattered thunderstorms 23 - 33 REGION INGHAM CARDWELL TULLY INNISFAIL BABINDA Cardwell Scattered thunderstorms 24 - 32 Last 7 Days mm 93mm 119.5mm 75mm 39.8mm 0mm Tully Scattered thunderstorms 23 - 30 MTD mm 1mm 3.5mm 0mm 0.2mm 82.1mm Mission Beach Scattered thunderstorms 24 - 30 Innisfail YTD 2904mm 2447.8mm 4914.9mm 3066.4mm 4227.9mm Scattered thunderstorms 23 - 31 Tomorrow - Sunday Ingham Sunny 22 - 33 Cardwell Sunny 23 - 32 Tully Sunny 22 - 31 Mission Beach THE Federal Liberal and Nationals were divided as major roads were cut off,” personnel can get through, even during major Sunny 23 - 31 Government has released funding for a multi- Minister McKenzie said. inundations. Innisfail million dollar bridge in Dutton Street, Ingham “The project is a big win for Ingham and “This posed a real risk to local residents, Sunny 23 - 31 to improve access to emergency services some of whom were cut off from emergency demonstrates the Australian Government’s during flood events. commitment to rural and regional services. One of the largest projects supported under Queensland.” “The Dutton Street Bridge project will Round 1 of the National Flood Mitigation Twenty-two flood mitigation infrastructure ensure residents can still get help from fire, Program and funded from the Emergency Production police and ambulance services during a projects across all states and territories Response Fund, the Dutton Street Bridge Manager/Director have been supported under Round 1 of project received $5.7 million in federal funds. flood.” Sari Hyytinen Townsville-based Senator for Queensland the National Flood Mitigation Infrastructure management@ Minister for Emergency Management Program, with a total of $50 million provided wettropictimes.com.au and National Recovery and Resilience, and Special Envoy for Northern Australia, so far from the Emergency Response Fund. editor@ Senator the Hon Bridget McKenzie said the Susan McDonald, said this investment was The Ingham money has been released to wettropictimes.com.au Government is investing in important flood a shot in the arm for Ingham and the whole the State Government which will complete Herbert district. Advertising mitigation projects to protect communities the work by an as-yet-determined date. Tiffany Porter against the impacts of future floods. “Floods are a regular and unfortunate part localnews@ Further information at www.recovery.gov. “In the past, during major flood events the of life in Ingham so it will be a huge relief for wettropictimes.com.au northern and southern sections of Ingham local people to know that emergency services au
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Atherton Hospital redevelopment reaches a new milestone THIS week the Atherton Hospital redevelopment marked a major milestone with completion of the roof on the new fourstorey Clinical Services Building, bringing the $74.8 million project a step closer to completion. Acting Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service Executive Director Rural and Remote Services Tracey Morgan said that finishing roofs always signifies a significant moment in any construction process and she is happy to see it completed before the wet season arrives. “Work began on the Clinical Service Building last November so it is exciting to see the roof completed. Now we can escape the
rain and turn our focus to the internal fit-out,” said Ms Morgan. Acting Atherton Hospital acting Director of Nursing and Facility Manager, Leonie Jennings said the redevelopment will deliver modern health care facilities for the Tablelands community. “The Clinical Services building will feature a new emergency department, medical imaging, general ward, maternity ward and birthing service with private ensuite facilities, operating and endoscopy theatres and a sterilising unit,” Ms Jennings said. As well as the new Clinical Services Building, the Community, Allied and Mental
Health building and a new Engineering Services Building have been constructed as well as a new helipad, external roadworks and supporting infrastructure. Director of Capital Infrastructure Allistair Hodge says the redevelopment is delivering more than a state-of-the-art hospital to the Tablelands region. “This build has also been a welcome source of revenue for the community and has created around 220 full-time equivalent jobs,” said Mr Hodge. The Atherton Hospital redevelopment is expected to be completed by late-2022.
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Pumpkin seeds are a new trial crop for the Far North THEY’RE green, crunchy and packed with goodness – and they’re being grown for the first time in the Wet Tropics. Pumpkin seeds are a new crop for the Tully region, with trials underway to expand a burgeoning industry based in Victoria. Cane, pineapple and pumpkin producers Michael and Peter Ottone are one of three Far North farming families to harvest pumpkins explicitly grown for their seeds, not their flesh. The brothers planted five hectares on their Bilyana property this year, after a trial block last year. “This Styrian pumpkin variety is a little different – its seeds naturally have no outer shell or husk, making them easier to process and eat,’’ said Peter. Most pumpkin seeds eaten in Australia are imported pepitas, mainly from China. Australian Pumpkin Seed Company, a family business, began commercial production of edible pumpkin seeds in southeast Queensland 19 years ago and is now based in Victoria. The industry is looking for more farmers to come on board in far north Queensland to expand their supply operations. The Ottones learned about the industry through a Soil Health Innovation Tour to Victoria, organised by the Wet Tropics region’s natural resources management organisation Terrain NRM. Australian Pumpkin Seed Company’s Pepo Farms was among a series of properties visited by farmers during the tour, which focused on innovations in soil health and farming enterprises. “I didn’t know anything about this crop before the
trip, but after visiting the growers, I was interested in giving it a go,’’ Peter Ottone said. “We see pumpkin seeds in our kids’ cereal, in bread and as snacks, and pretty much all of it is coming from outside Australia. We already grow organic pumpkins, so this is a new challenge for us.” Pumpkin seeds are a growing global industry. Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries’ Jodie Tubb sees potential for seed production in the Far North, especially given pumpkins are already a crop in the region. In the past two years, Ms Tubb has overseen trials on farms from Tully to Rollingstone, after deliveries of seeds and harvesting equipment from Pepo Farms following the soil health innovation tour. “The crops that have been trialled up here look good,’’ she said. “Elements that we need to fine-tune include row spacings, when the crop is planted and management systems. “Farmers didn’t get the returns this year, based on last year’s calculations. Coronavirus restrictions caused some issues, with travel restrictions between Victoria and Queensland and labour shortages causing harvesting delays.”
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Future considerations would be planting the seeds a lot closer and planting a bit earlier in the season. Hence, the harvest is also at a time when we’re not busy with other crops.” Terrain’s Wet Tropics Regional Agricultural Facilitator Evizel Seymour said initiatives like the soil health innovation tour were helping Wet Tropics farmers to gain fresh perspectives. “One of the benefits of farmers learning from farmers is bringing back technology they discover in other parts of the country for trials in North Queensland,” she said. “These trips are all about networking with other farmers who are following good soil health practices, seeing these practices first-hand and hearing about innovations, challenges and successes.” Terrain NRM supports the soil health innovation tours through funding from the Australian Government’s National Landcare Program. EDIBLE PUMPKIN SEEDS – THE LOWDOWN Unlike many other pumpkin seeds on the market, Styrian pumpkin seeds have no husk to remove mechanically or chemically. This variety originated through a natural mutation about 300 years ago in the Styrian region of Austria and Slovenia. Three-quarters of Australia’s edible pumpkin seed crop is eaten as a healthy snack.
The Ottone brothers say earlier plantings would be recommended for the Far North.
A quarter of the crop is pressed into pumpkin seed oil. The compressed dry matter makes gluten-free and vegan-friendly flour used for cooking, athlete supplements and pet food. The rest of the pumpkin, which has a bitter taste and high water content, goes back into the paddock as mulch for soil health.
“The biggest thing is getting a good crop, and we were pretty happy with it,’’ Peter said. “But we didn’t get anywhere near the tonnage we were hoping for, and with a later harvest than ideal, we had softer pumpkins, making harvesting more labour intensive.
The harvesting machine has a spiked wheel to pick the pumpkins, which are then dropped mechanically into a crushing drum and pulverised into small chunks. The seeds are collected, and they go through a washing and drying machine before being packed.
The Churches of Tully invite you to
Tully Carols by Candlelight 2021
SUNDAY, December 5, 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Tully Cyclone Shelter
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zle - Sausage Siz ities - Craft Activtle s - Jumping Ca & Slide (For to 12 children up years) and - Coffee, Tea Cake for the - Ice-cream kids
FOR SALE: Craft and cake stall, Glow Candles & Soft Drink
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Hinchinbrook Ingham Woolworths donation to Ingham Meals on Wheels WOOLWORTHS in Ingham has been a tremendous support yet again to Ingham Meals on Wheels Inc (Not for Profit) by donating $250.00 of the product of our choice for our clients. Woolworths is an invaluable sponsor to us. We want to express our appreciation to the Store Manager, Will, for his continued support to ensure that Meals On Wheels can continue providing community service.
the ten finalists, two fantastic photos were chosen via a public vote, with the winning image/s to be displayed across the body of the new local kerbside collection vehicle. The top two images were ‘Garbutt Park’ taken by Rachael Hundt, and “In the water, Forrest Beach,” taken by Lisa Scobie. Council congratulates Rachael Hundt and Lisa Scobie on winning the Don’t Waste Hinchinbrook Photo Competition and thanks those who participated and submitted an entry into the Photo Competition. Council believes the two images chosen perfectly represent the range of incredible landscapes on offer in our Shire. One shows the Rain Trees in Garbutt Park, and the second one shows the crystal clear water of Forrest Beach. Keep an eye out for the newly wrapped local curbside collection vehicle in the future. The Don’t Waste Hinchinbrook Photo Competition is a joint initiative between Council and MAMS Group.
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Prepare Now for Flood and Cyclone Season
THE Hinchinbrook Shire Library Summer Reading Club will run from Wednesday, December 1, 2021, until Monday, January 31 2022. This year’s theme invites participants to Uncover Tales of Mystery, Intrigue and Discovery. Participants who attend the Hinchinbrook Shire Library can receive prizes for every 50 books read upon showing their reading logs. Prizes are awarded at the end of the program for the most prolific reader and runner-up. Winners to be announced on Facebook.
COUNCIL is urging residents to act now and be prepared for the flood and cyclone season. The Bureau of Meteorology is declaring a La Nina event. A heavier than usual wet season is predicted over the coming months. Council is asking residents to look at their household structures and yards and take action to prepare their property. Simple steps to prepare your house include 1. Carry out maintenance on your home to decrease the risk of damage caused by loose debris during a weather event; 2. Appropriately dispose of any waste material such as old car bodies or scrap material; and 3. Identify, secure and store any loose materials and items that could present a wind-blown or flood hazard to other properties or persons. Residents are informed that Council Officers will be conducting increased patrols throughout the Shire to investigate any properties identified as a potential community safety hazard
Don’t Waste Hinchinbrook Photo Competition Winners AS part of the ongoing Don’t Waste Hinchinbrook campaign, Council and MAMS Group invited residents to submit photographs that captured the beauty of the Hinchinbrook Shire. The Council received a large number of entries. Shortlisting commenced, and ten photos that best depicted the theme were put forward for public voting on Monday, November 1, 2021. From
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Late Night shopping is soon to happen in Hinchinbrook BRING your family and friends and get ready for Christmas with an exceptional Late Night Shopping in Hinchinbrook! Stroll the main street of Ingham and support a local business this festive season. The town has come together, and many of our leading local stores will be open and ready to help you find the perfect gift. Check out some of the great local market stalls. You can not have late night shopping without listening to some great Christmas tunes and a beverage or meal from one of our local cafes, bars or food stalls. Date: Thursday, December 9, 2021, Time: 5.00 pm until 9.00 pm Where: Lannercost Street Ingham Hope to see you there.
Training Rooms in Ingham and Ayr
BRING a rug or chair and join us at Rotary Park as we celebrate the Festive Season with an evening of Carols by Candlelight. You couldn’t think of a better way to enjoy the company of loved ones, friends and family than at Hinchinbrook’s Carols by Candlelight. Date: Saturday, December 11, 2021, Time: 5.30 pm Kids Program 6.30 pm Main Program Where: Rotary Park Ingham Be sure to wear your best Christmas outfit for your photo with Santa.
Hinchinbrook Shire Library Summer Reading Club
Night Works Herbert Street from Lannercost Street to Palm Terrace THE Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) will commence night works from Wednesday, December 1, to Thursday, December 16, 2021, between 7.00 pm to 5.00 am, weather permitting. Jobs will include partial lane closures during work, speed restrictions and minor delays, machinery noise and light vehicle movement. Access to the property will be maintained throughout the works. For further information, please get in touch with TMR on 1800 625 648 or email engagement. northern@tmr.qld.gov.au.
Garage Sale Trail 2021 Wrap-up AUSTRALIA’S festival of pre-loved stuff, the Garage Sale Trail, is now over for another year. Over 10,000 Australians joined in across the nation, saving over 3 million pre-loved items from landfill. In recognition of their contribution towards reducing waste to landfill, the below lucky Garage Sale Trail sellers each received a $25 gift voucher, generously donated by Jk’s Deli. Congratulations to Satu Dickson, Arriell Scuderi and Karla Srb.
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It’s Starting to Look Like Christmas! LIZ TODD – BOARD PRESIDENT AS we decorate the Tully Nursing Home and prepare gifts and treats for residents, it can be easy to forget that Christmas is quite a sad and lonely time for many older people. This applies to people who are in their own homes, in hospitals, or residential care. May I encourage you to be aware of those who do not have families or friends in the district, and please take the time to visit them over the next few weeks. It will be your ‘presence, not presents’ that people appreciate!
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Flu vaccinations will not be required until about March next year. You might be able to find some Christmas presents at our Cent Sale - this Saturday, December 4, from
Thank you Tully Heads Crafts and Well Being Group
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noon at the El Arish RSL Memorial Hall. We have been overwhelmed with donations from businesses and individuals in the Far North. Funds raised will go towards the purchase of much needed medical equipment. Please come along and support the Cent Sale! A couple of weeks ago, I wrote about how generous our community is. Since then, we have received unexpected donations of beautifully-made handcrafts, medical supplies, furniture, and financial contributions. These donations will make life more comfortable for our residents. Thank you.
Suppose you wish to visit the Home to visit family or friends. In that case, you can do so without showing proof of Covid vaccinations until December 17. You will still have to sign in using our face recognition technology.
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A changing of the guard at Innisfail RSL sub-branch
Keep Your Word SARI HYYTINEN AS mentioned in last week’s column: ‘In a small town, word of mouth is how we sell our products, unlike cities where media marketing takes a more critical place.’ Therefore, it is paramount in a small area to be a man or woman of your word. Communication is key! People in our area are very understanding when they know that there is a reason that you are unable to attend a job that you have committed to do for them. Nevertheless, if you say you intend to do something and do not do it, and do not get in touch with your customer to say that you cannot do it, this is poor form. Your reputation will be that you are not a man/woman of your word. You might make a beautiful product, but in the competitive world we live in, you may find that no one is interested in waiting for your product. It is OK to be human! It is OK only to be able to produce a certain amount of product over a specific timeframe. Know your value and charge your customer for the value of your work and time, but do not commit to a job if you do not have time to do it. It becomes a significant issue for your reputation when a person needs to get the work done, and you promise to provide the service when you currently do not have the time, and they are left waiting for the job to be done. Please tell the person you do not have time. If you are true to your word and good at your job, people will come back and support you. I, and everyone else I have spoken to, prefer to support a local bloke who is brilliant at their job over a big corporation that repeatedly produces the same boring product. I am sure that saying no to someone can feel uncomfortable, and no one wants to offend anybody. However, I must admit that I am less offending when someone tells me they cannot complete a task than when I am consistently made promises that are not kept. I have put aside my time to be there, but they never came through. In my mind, this means that I am less important than the person. I valued them by ensuring that I allocated time to meet the person. Reliability is an essential ethic for a small, local business.
MARIA GIRGENTI AFTER five years as President, William Dray handed over the reins to new President Ron Henderson at the Innisfail RSL sub-branch AGM held in October at Innisfail RSL. National Serviceman Colin Ritchie is the new vice president. Craig Strutt was re-elected as Treasurer, whilst the position of Secretary remains vacant. Dianne Mecking, Colin Ritchie, Robert Davis, Jeffrey Baines, Jason Sou and Carolyn Pitchers make up the committee. Robert Davis continues as Far North Division Delegate and Membership Officer, whilst Dianne Mecking is the Welfare Officer and Far North Division Co-Delegate. Before the meeting, those who had passed away in the past year received acknowledgement. This
RSL Far Northern District Vice-President Anne Lacey with 2021 - 2022 Innisfail RSL sub-branch committee members. acknowledgement was followed by the reading of the Ode and a minute's silence. Mr Dray thanked the executive committee members for their support over the past five years, especially with the additional challenges presented by the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. He stated there had been more support received from the RSL Queensland head office. The branch has seen a roll-out of the new IT system, including a multifunction printer, separate NBN connection, laptops and photos for the executives and committee members. This keeps the club IT system separate from the subbranch functions with complete IT support provided by HQ staff. 2020 presented a big year of challenges, with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in a trade downturn with the club's forced closure for four months.
Changes that have occurred include the departure of Debbie Willmett, the sad passing of Donna Law, engaging a new accountant, the appointment of caterers Donna Hudson and Grattan Willey, who took over the kitchen lease, and Tina Koenig taking on the role of Operations Management. In the future, the club is looking at ways to increase their social, financial membership numbers by engaging with younger serving/previous serving personnel in the local area. Outgoing President William Dray said it was important for volunteers on the committee to remain humble, fearless and enthusiastic." "Let the rewards of assisting with Veteran affairs, a sense of purpose, self-confidence and community awareness make yourselves and the RSL a better place."
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Government continues to take personal freedoms STATE Member for Hill Shane Knuth is outraged that the State Government continues it’s all out assault on Queenslanders with mandatory vaccinations. Mr Knuth said the State Government had already isolated the hospitality industry and health workers and was now continuing to take away people’s freedoms by bring in mandates for schools, early childhood centres, correctional centres, youth detention facilities and airports. He labelled the policy as un-Australian and a form
of segregation, which marginalises a section of society because they are unable to be vaccinated or chose not to be. "This is the lowest point in our state democracy I have witnessed in my 17 years in politics,” said Mr Knuth. “The reality is families will have loved one that will be banished from almost all facets of life.” He said he has been stopped in the streets of his
electorate and confronted by very emotional people, some in tears, including nurses who have lost their job over the mandates or small business owners who are being forced to sack their employees and police their own premises. Mr Knuth warned that if the Government did not reconsider its "one size fits all" mandate policy there would be a closures of small business, lack of teachers, medical staff and childcare workers throughout the state in 2022.
Some of the pro-choice residents, business owners, nurses, doctors, police, and more who attended a Townsville rally on Saturday Nov 27 protesting against the coming segregation of unvaccinated people on Decmeber 17. Photo credit: Peter Rogers
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St Clare's Catholic Women Tully Christmas luncheon STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARIA GIRGENTI SEVENTY members and guests attended St Clare's Catholic Women Tully Christmas luncheon at Hotel Tully. The group donated $500 to Melissa La Spina from Tully Hospital Foundation. These funds will enable the Foundation to upgrade the new Palliative Care room at Tully Hospital. Guest speakers were Senior Constables Paula Ganly and Karra Allder from Tully Police Station, who delivered an informative presentation on online scams. On the day, Mary Bacic received official acknowledgement for 50 years of dedicated service as a group member. A special vote of thanks went to Sharon Burgess and her staff at Hotel Tully for their hospitality. Currently, the group, part of the Southern Deanery, has 24 ladies whose ages range from their late sixties to early nineties.
Friday, December 3, 2021 Members also attend ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day services, assist with church and school events catering, donate cent sale items, and assist with Police Remembrance Days when held in Tully. On the last Sunday of each month, after Mass, ladies meet for morning tea and social interaction.
Tully restaurant at 11.00 am and sometimes includes an exciting guest speaker.
Every year, members of the Catholic diocese branches in the region gather at various locations.
Once a year, Father Joby Jose conducts a unique bereavement Mass before the meeting.
From 1927 until 1975, the group was known as the Catholic Daughters of Australia (CDA), then Catholic Women's League (CWL) from 1975 until 1996, when it changed its name to St Clare's Catholic Women.
President Dina Milone, who has been President for 25 years, has been part of the Catholic women's group in Tully for 48 years. Fr Kerry Crowley, former Parish Priest of Tully for 15 years, has been a fantastic mentor to Dina Milone and Fr Hilary Flynn and Parish Secretary Wendy Murphy. The committee includes Gina Durighello (Treasurer), Jenny Gilbert and Rita Pezzutto (Secretaries). Meetings first took place at the Milone residence, then at St Clare's Catholic Church and, now at Hotel Tully. Each year, the group raises funds through a goose club, donates three new library books to a different Southern school and local organisations/charities.
This Catholic women's movement has been in operation for over 60 years as a charitable organisation that aims to unite women in a common bond of friends who work together to promote Catholic values and perform volunteer social work. Annual membership is $20 and is collected at the meetings to pay for morning tea, and members are to pay for their lunch. All ladies and their husbands are welcome to attend the group's social events. For further information, don't hesitate to contact Dina Milone on 0407 681 634, and if required, transport is available.
Volunteers visit nursing homes and hospitals, whilst others are Ministers of the Eucharist who bring communion to those who cannot get to church at their homes, hospitals, and nursing homes. The group meets on the second Monday at Hotel
Dina Milone (right) presented $500, on behalf of the Catholic Women’s group to Melissa La Spina from Tully Hospital Foundation.
Dina Milone (right) officially recognised Mary Bacic for 50 years of dedicated service to the Tully Catholic Women’s group.
St Clare’s Catholic Women Tully members at the Christmas luncheon.
St Clare’s Catholic Women Tully President Dina Milone (middle), presented gifts to guest speakers, Senior Constables Paula Ganly and Karra Allder from Tully Police.
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A number of projects are now underway in Cardwell, improving infrastructure and increasing safety for the beachside town. The projects include upgrades to the Cardwell Cultural Centre, Cardwell Transit Centre and improvements made in the central business area which will improve disability access. Division One and Asset Sustainability portfolio holder Councillor Barry Barnes said he is pleased these project are underway, with the final outcomes to really benefit the Cardwell Community and its visitors. “I am so pleased to see these projects finally underway with works now being undertaken by our Council day labour staff,” said Councillor Barnes. “Upon completion, these upgrades will provide more parking for vehicles, caravans and RVs, improve safety and ensure the town is accessible to all, no matter what their ability.
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RV’s and caravans, and ten new car parking spaces. This area will be finished with asphalt surfacing and landscaping areas. The Cardwell Cultural Centre is funded jointly between the Cassowary Coast Regional Council and the Department of Transport and Main Roads through the Transport and Tourism Connections Program and is valued at $290,000. Works to the Cardwell Cultural Centre and the Cardwell Transit Centre are expected to be complete by 17 December, weather permitting, with secondary works expected for completion in the New Year. Balliol Street will remain open to traffic during the construction phase, however Brasenose Street will remain closed until the completion of the roadworks phase. All road closures will be managed under an approved Traffic
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Management Plan. The final project to commence is the Disability Access Improvements which will improve disability access through Cardwell’s CBD area. Upgrades will provide safer access to business fronts for community and visitors, and with an ageing population in Cardwell, this project is vital to ensure older residents can travel safely throughout the community. Disability Access Improvements are scheduled to commence early 2022. There will be minimal impact on pedestrians as alternative crossing points at the affected intersections will be made available. The total cost of these improvements is $65,000 and will be funded through the 2021-2024 Works for Queensland Program.
“Speaking to Cardwell residents, many are happy to see these projects progressing and are excited to see the finished products in 2022. “Early next year, Council will be providing an opportunity for the community to give feedback and help inform future projects across our region through the delivery of the One Coast Community Survey. “There are many exciting projects already planned and with so much work now commencing, we thank residents, the wider community and visitors for their patience and hope to keep our impact and closures to a minimum.” Project details have been outlined below and Council will continue to provide updates as they occur. For more information, please reach out to Council by phoning 1300 763 903 or by emailing enquiries@ cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au. Project Details: The first project to begin is the Cardwell Transit Centre, located on Brasenose Street. This project is focused on providing safer facilities for the community, visitors and transport companies. Funded through 2021-2024 Works for Queensland Program and valued at $325,688 the work will refresh the current space. Also underway is the Cardwell Cultural Centre on Balliol Street. Currently in Stage One, the project involves the creation of four parking bays, suitable for
Works at the Cardwell Transit Centre, located on Brasenose Street in Cardwell.
Sixth Annual Birdlife Art Awards – People’s Choice Winners THE Official Exhibition Opening of the Sixth Annual Birdlife Art Awards was held at the TYTO Regional Art Gallery on Friday 1 October 2021. The TYTO Regional Art Gallery recorded a total of 102 entries, which were judged by a panel made up of Councillor Mary Brown, local Artist Rita Sinclair and
Townsville based artist Gerald Soworka. Council would like to congratulate Isabelle GairHemsley for her artwork “Family” (entrant number 44) for winning the People’s Choice Award. Isabelle’s piece is a family of curlews that was entered into Section 3: Mixed Media.
The winners of the Sixth Annual Birdlife Art Awards are as follows: • Overall Winner: Lady with a Quail by Catherine Ogden (Ceramics); • Local Artist: Peck by David Rowe (Sculptural Form); and • People’s Choice: Family by Isabelle Gair-Hemsley (Mixed Media). As previously mentioned in Council Connections dated Wednesday 13 October 2021, below are the category winners: • Section 1: Painting 2D – The Lion’s Roar by Rob Rek; • Section 2: Watercolour – The Choir by Claire Randall; • Section 3: Mixed Media – Family by Isabelle GairHemsley; • Section 4: Drawing – Southern Cassowary by John Benfer; • Section 5: Works on Paper – Waking Up by Laura Castell; • Section 6: Photography – Silhouetted Sunbird by Sharon Cislowski; • Section 7: Ceramics – You’ll be a Laughing Pot by Warren Ogden; and • Section 8: Sculptural Form – Frogmouth by Ellen Terrell.
People’s Choice Winner: Family by Isabelle Gair-Hemsley.
Council wishes to thank all entrants to the Sixth Annual Birdlife Art Awards for their hard work and dedication to the arts and passion for the Hinchinbrook region.
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Bicycles found across Innisfail CAN you help police locate the rightful owners to reunite these bicycles? The bike pictured below was located on November 11 at around 11.20am on Ernest Street.
IMG – QP2102101979 On November 8, the pictured white and black Crest Summit D2750 was located around 4pm on Scheu Street.
IMG - QP2102091600 A black Copenhagen mountain bike was located on Agnes Street at around 5pm on November 3.
Drugs and weapons charges, El Arish:
QPS Assistant Commissioner and Queensland Disaster Management Committee Executive Officer Ben Marcus said reduced visibility, slippery roads and debris were some of the road hazards drivers could experience during and after a storm, tropical cyclone or A 28-year-old El Arish man was charged flood. “So far this year, police have already on Friday, November 26, following a search warrant at an El Arish property seen drivers taking dangerous risks on wet roads including speeding and on November 10. Detectives from Innisfail Criminal driving through flood waters,” Assistant Investigation Branch executed the Commissioner Marcus said. “As we now enter Queensland’s search warrant at a Crupi Road address allegedly locating drugs believed to be disaster season, police want all motorists cannabis, MDMA and cocaine, drug to consider what they need to do in order utensils and a telescopic baton during to make it home safe in wet weather.” the search. Assistant Commissioner Marcus said It is further alleged these items were there were a number of actions drivers the property of a resident who was not could take this summer. home at the time. “Before leaving home, remember On Friday, November 26, police to plan your journey ahead of time by located the 28-year-old El Arish man checking for weather warnings and road and charged him with three counts of conditions in your area, and along your possessing dangerous drugs, possess travel route,” he said. property suspected of having been used “While on the road, slow down, always in connection with the commission of a leave enough space between you and drug offence and unlawful possession of the car in front of you and listen out for a weapon. weather warnings and updates on your The man is set to appear in the local radio station.” Innisfail Magistrates Court on December Assistant Commissioner Marcus said 13. during a disaster, damaged or flooded roads and debris could create delays and difficulties for emergency services
POLICE arrested a 33-year-old Barny Point man yesterday afternoon by utilising a tyre deflation device to stop the vehicle he was allegedly driving. The man was allegedly involved in several dangerous operation and evade police offences over the past week.
IMG - QP2102053639 On October 26, the pictured Repco mountain bike was located at an Ernest Street business.
In one of these dangerous operations, police allege the man deliberately drove at oncoming vehicles. On Tuesday, November 30, at around 2.30pm, police successfully deployed a tyre deflation device at Mirriwinni, bringing the vehicle to a stop, and arresting the alleged driver. The man was charged with four counts of evade police, two counts of dangerous operation of a vehicle, three counts of possess drug utensils and one count each of possess dangerous drugs, obstruct police, stealing and possess knife in public.
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Survive the drive this disaster season
THE Queensland Police Service (QPS) and the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) are urging motorists to drive to conditions as If you are the owner or know who the Queensland prepares for a wet 20212022 Queensland disaster season. owner is to any of the bikes pictured With a La Niña weather event above, please contact Policelink. impacting Queensland this summer, the Proof of ownership will be required. QPS is reminding drivers of the hazards created by wet weather.
Dangerous operation charges, Mirriwinni:
Police refused the man’s bail and he is set to appear in the Innisfail Magistrates Court today.
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responding to crash sites. “Ideally, the last place you should be during a storm is on the road,” he said. “However, if you find yourself caught in a storm or heavy downpour while behind the wheel, find a safe place to pull over and turn on your hazard lights.” Since the start of November, QFES personnel have attended more than 30 water rescues across Queensland. Queensland Fire and Emergency Services Commissioner Greg Leach urged motorists to be aware of the risk of flooded roads and reinforced; if it’s flooded, forget it. “Large parts of Queensland are experiencing heavy rainfall and many catchments are swollen and will respond to further rainfall quickly,” Mr Leach said. “If motorists are faced with floodwater on the roads, it is never safe to attempt to make it across. “Too many motorists think they are the exception to this rule and find themselves in a dangerous situation which is also dangerous for emergency services. “Please be patient, drive to conditions and plan ahead in case your route is flooded.” Since the start of 2021, a total of 261 people have lost their lives on Queenland roads, 14 more than the same time last year. “Every year, police and emergency services see Queensland drivers endanger their lives, and the lives of their loved ones, by taking unnecessary risks on wet roads,” Assistant Commissioner Marcus said. “With so many lives lost already this year, the responsibility is on everyone to make sensible decisions behind the wheel this disaster season.”
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Mourilyan State School P&C Association High Tea raises close to $4,000 for student resources MARIA GIRGENTI MOURILYAN State School Parents and Citizens Association recently held their seventh annual Bring Your Own Teacup High Tea fundraiser at Brothers Leagues Club. Close to 150 ladies attended, enjoying a fun-filled afternoon of food, wine, prizes and entertainment. Local crooner Mr Sean provided the musical entertainment with his vast repertoire of easy listening modern
Models paraded outfits from Tropical Island Treasure. A stunning photo backdrop supplied by Tracy Yearwood from China & Lace High Tea Hire proved a massive hit throughout the afternoon.
Throughout the afternoon, seventeen lucky winners took home prizes in the cent sale, raffles and lucky door, as well as a silent auction of a variety of different prizes donated by individuals and local businesses.
Event organiser Renee McLeod wanted to thank her committee, sponsors, and ladies for their tireless work. Especially the mothers who cooked up a storm and provided mouthwatering sweets.
This event is a major P&C Association fundraiser with all profits used to
songs and tunes from yesteryear.
The hardworking members of Mourilyan State School P & C Association who organised the highly popular and successful High Tea.
Tracy Yearwood judged the best teacups, with flowers awarded for the Most Colourful, Unique, Prettiest and Unusually Shaped categories.
AT the Outdoors Queensland Awards ceremony, LOCAL award-winning educator Georgina Zadelj from Country Kids Childcare, 'Naturally Fun' at Garradunga, received further recognition for excellence in the outdoor recreation community. These awards pay tribute to individuals, organisations, events, programs, and activities that have significantly improved outcomes for participants, clients, and communities. Outdoor enthusiasts, adventure tourism operators, outdoor education providers, activity clubs, land managers, and retailers comprise the Queensland outdoors community. The Outdoors Queensland Awards highlight the importance of the size and diversity of the outdoors community/ industry and provide an opportunity for outdoor individuals and organisations to gain acknowledgement for their contributions. It also acknowledges how important the outdoors, outdoor activity and environment are to the lifestyle of Queenslanders. The Nature Play Qld Education Award recognises educational services/ institutions, schools and childcare centres that have increased the time children spend in outdoor learning, Forest School, or unstructured outdoor play. "I am so thankful and stoked to win this award for the first time and am super
excited for what the future holds." "It means so much to me, especially gaining recognition in an ever-growing industry filled with other enthusiastic people who want to see children back playing outside, making it the top of the list for children's favourite childhood play." "My journey with Nature Play began in 2014 and involved effort and dedication to improving my natural environment and learning space, but I have enjoyed every moment of it." "We live in a busy world, where technology has taken part of our
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purchase updated learning resources/ equipment for students to assist in improving their valuable learning and the costs of school excursions and camps. Mourilyan State School P&C Association also hosted a Christmas Monster Cent Sale on November 21, with over 100 fantastic prizes. The day included a special visit by Santa, meat tray raffles, 100s boards, kids’ corner with games and activities, face painting, food and drinks at tuckshop and a cake stall. This hugely popular event raised a further $10,000 for the P&C Association, which will use these funds to better students’ education.
Mourilyan State School staff and volunteers dressed up in their finest for the High Tea.
Local family daycare educator Georgina Zadelj receives a State Award MARIA GIRGENTI
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children's childhood away, so to play such an important part role in inspiring and educating a difference in my own community is extremely rewarding." Ms Zadelj has been operating Country Kids Childcare in the Cassowary Coast region for 14 years and offers an alternative playgroup designed to get children back outside playing. In the Cassowary Coast region, Ms Zadelj is the only qualified Forest School Leader and Official Nature Play Queensland Education Provider, with over 20 years of professional experience in Early Childhood. In 2013, Zadelj received the National Educator of the Year accolade at the Excellence in Family Day Care Awards.
She is also a current Board Director with Family Day Care Australia and a judge of these awards. Country Kids Childcare's Forest Garden Program supports children playing independently, whilst educators supervise from a distance. Forest Friends Nature Playgroup runs on different days from 9.00 am - 11.30 am at O'Connor Drive, Garradunga. During these playgroup sessions, adults, together with their children, can actively participate in nature play, childled play activities, sensory experiences, music, story, meditation, nature exploration, and encouraging children to gain self-empowerment through risktaking opportunities. Further information on the award-winning Country Kids Childcare' Naturally Fun' can be found by visiting their Facebook page and website www.countrykidschildcarenaturallyfun. com.
Georgina Zadelj from Country Kids Childcare has received a 2021 Nature Play Queensland Outdoors Education Award. Children who attend Country Kids Childcare at Garradunga.
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Maddison Apap Year 7 Excellence Academic Award 30 Maddison Apap -Year 7 Maths Subject Award 30 Maddison Apap Year 7 Science Subject Award - 30 Kimberley Burns Year 7 Excellence Academic Award 30 Paul Cavallaro Year 7 English Subject Award - 30 Paul Cavallaro Year 7 Humanities Subject Award - 30 Elliot Foster Year 7 Academic Award - 20
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Kiera Jolly Year 8 Excellence Academic Award - 30 Kiera Jolly Year 8 Subject Award - 30
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Kiera Jolly Year 8 Humanities Subject Award - 30 Kiera Jolly - Year 8 Instrumental Music Subject Award - 30 Elise Kleinhans Year 8 Merit Academic Award - 20
Samantha Patch Year 7 Excellence Academic Award 30 Samantha Patch Year 7 Health & Physical Education Subject Award - 30 Emily Pietrobon Year 7 Excellence Academic Award 30 Ashley Sanderson Year 7 Merit Academic Award - 20 Nellie Seare Year 7 Academic Award - 20
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Tariq Tidmarsh-Nolan Year 7 Instrumental Music Subject Award - 30 Mia Van Tonder Year 7 Merit Academic Award - 20 Mia Van Tonder Year 7 English Subject Award - 30 Lucas Webster-Dodd Year 7 Merit Academic Award - 20 Isabella Wood Year 7 Excellence Academic Award - 30 Lana Campbell Year 8 Merit Academic Award - 20 Lacey Condon Year 8 Excellence Academic Award - 30 Lacey Condon Year 8 Health & Physical Education Subject Award - 30 William Delaney Year 8 Excellence Academic Award 30
Brooke Johnston Year 9 Merit Academic Award - 20
Eliza Smith Year 8 Excellence Academic Award - 30
Mia Uitenweerde Year 8 Excellence Academic Award 30
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Teala Hall Year 9 Science Subject Award - 30
Grace O'Kane Year 9 Industrial Technology & Design Subject Award - 30
Jake Jackson Year 7 Merit Academic Award - 20
Hayley Mills Year 7 Academic Award - 20
Teala Hall Year 9 Maths Subject Award - 30
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Ashlee Milini Year 8 Academic Award - 20
Imogen Stuart Year 8 - Merit Academic Award - 20
Summer McCormack Year 7 Merit Academic Award - 20
Teala Hall Year 9 - Merit Academic Award - 20
Hayley Johnston Year 9 Merit Academic Award - 20
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Jake Matthews Year 7 Merit Academic Award - 20
Humanities Subject Award - 30
Stefanie Van Tonder Year 8 Excellence Academic Award 30
Jasmine Pitman Year 9 Excellence Academic Award 30 Jasmine Pitman Year 9 English Subject Award - 30 Jasmine Pitman Year 9 Visual Art Subject Award - 30
Jarrod Vipiana Year 8 Merit Academic Award - 20
Chantelle Topacio Year 9 Excellence Academic Award 30
Naomi Wildsoet Year 8 Maths Subject Award - 30
Zoe Waters Year 9 Excellence Academic Award - 30
Naomi Wildsoet Year 8 Science Subject Award - 30
Zoe Waters Year 9 Food Studies Subject Award - 30
Shandi-Nicole Wood Year 8 Merit Academic Award - 20
Zoe Waters Year 9 Economics & Business Subject Award - 30
Eve Zonta Year 8 Academic Award - 20
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Mia Wilson Year 9 Academic Award - 20
Stella Berge Year 9 Academic Award - 20
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Angelika Andreson Year 10 Excellence Academic Award 30
Livinia Brauer Year 9 Merit Academic Award - 20 Alana Cooper Year 9 Instrumental Music Subject Award - 30 Owen Cunningham Year 9 Merit Academic Award - 20 Owen Cunningham Year Music Subject Award - 30
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Owen Cunningham Year 9 Digital Technologies Subject Award - 30 Sari Ericson Year 9 Academic Award - 20
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Mac Flegler Year 9 Excellence Academic Award - 30 Mac Flegler Year 9 Health & Physical Education Subject Award - 30 Mac Flegler Year 9 Animal Husbandry Subject Award - 30 Matilda FoersFrank Year 9 Merit Academic Award - 20 Matilda
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Cooper Kleeman Year 10 Excellence Academic Award 30 Cooper Kleeman Year 10 Industrial Technology & Design Subject Award - 30 Vitale Leilua Year 10 Short Course in Literacy Subject Award - 30 Maeve Lowe Year 10 Excellence Academic Award - 30 Maeve Lowe Year 10 Animal Husbandry Subject Award - 30 Maeve Lowe Year 10 Food & Fashion Subject Award - 30 Maeve Lowe Year 10 Health & Physical Education Subject Award - 30 Maeve Lowe Year 10 Mathematics Extension Subject Award - 30 Jasper Morey Year 10 Music Subject Award - 30 Layla Morton Year 10 Drama Subject Award - 30 Layla Morton Year 10 Short Course in Numeracy Subject Award - 30
Angelika Andreson Year 10 Media Arts Subject Award - 30
Mia Simmons Year 10 Excellence Academic Award 30
Angelika Andreson Year 10 Science Subject Award - 30
Austin Stuart Year 10 Science Subject Award - 30
Archie Bacchus Year 10 Merit Academic Award - 20
Austin Stuart Year 10 Sport & Recreation Subject Award - 30
Hamish Foster Year 10 Excellence Academic Award 30 Hamish Foster Year 10 Design & Technologies Subject Award - 30 Torey Giaquinto Year 10 Excellence Academic Award 30
Tana Allison Year 11 Health Subject Award - 30 Morgan Black Year 11 Essential English Subject Award - 30 Jed Campbell Year 11 Film, Television & New Media Subject Award - 30 Sarah Costa Year 11 Excellence Academic Award - 30 Sarah Costa Year 11 Legal Studies Subject Award - 30 Harry Crockett Year 11 Certificate III in Aviation Subject Award - 30 Renee Davina Year 11 Essential Mathematics Subject Award - 30 Ella Fowler Year 11 Essential English Subject Award - 30 Ella Fowler Year 11 Aquatic Practices Subject Award - 30
Crystal Gleeson Year 11 Visual Arts in Practice Subject Award - 30 Matthew Gough Year 11 Engineering Skills Subject Award - 30 Ryan Hurst Year 11 Excellence Academic Award - 30 Ryan Hurst Year 11 Physics Subject Award - 30 Ryan Hurst Year 11 Digital Solutions Subject Award - 30 Rebecca Irwin Year 11 Fashion Subject Award - 30 Chloe Johnston Year 11 Agricultural Science Subject Award - 30 Eli Kraushaar Year 11 Industrial Technology Skills Subject Award - 30 Ryan Lantzakis Year 11 Media Arts in Practice Subject Award - 30
Charlotte Sharpe Year 10 Excellence Academic Award 30
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Hayden Finlayson Year 10 Certificate III in Aviation Subject Award - 30
Tana Allison Year 11 Social & Community Studies Subject Award - 30
Fiona Giblin Year 11 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care Subject Award - 30
Luke O'Neil Year 10 Instrumental Music Subject Award - 30
Charlotte Sharpe Year 10 Economics & Business Subject Award - 30
Angelika Andreson Year English Subject Award - 30
Tana Allison Year 11 Merit Academic Award - 20
Erin Tait Year 10 Mathematics Subject Award - 30 B'Elanna Timms Year 10 Merit Academic Award - 20 B'Elanna Timms Year 10 Digital Technologies Subject Award 30 Leyna Tran Year 10 Excellence Academic Award - 30 Leyna Tran Year 10 Food Studies Subject Award - 30
Torey Giaquinto Year 10 Food Studies Subject Award - 30
Leyna Tran Year 10 Certificate II in Workplace Skills Subject Award - 30
Torey Giaquinto Year 10 History Subject Award - 30
Leyna Tran Year 10 Visual Art Subject Award - 30
Student Leadership Team Executive - Lola Zamora, Layla Morton, B'Elanna Timms
Junior Dux Mac Flegler; Senior Dux Mackenzie Campbell
Junior School Captains for 2022 - Nicholas Muriata and Mia Uitenweerde
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Kaharne Lees Year 11 Music in Practice Subject Award - 30 Nathan Muriata Year 11 Certificate II in Sport & Recreation Subject Award - 30 Maximus Patullo Year 11 Drama in Practice Subject Award - 30 Amali Renfrey Year 11 Instrumental Music Subject Award - 30 Claire Richards Year 11 Modern History Subject Award - 30 Lara Scarffe Year 11 Merit Academic Award - 20 Ryan Scarffe Year 11 Excellence Academic Award - 30 Lara Scarffe Year 11 English Subject Award - 30 Ryan Scarffe Year 11 Mathematical Methods Subject Award - 30 Ryan Scarffe Year 11 - Specialist Mathematics Subject Award 30 Shannon Simmons Year 11 Certificate II in Rural Operations Subject Award - 30 Alexandra Trudgett Year 11 Certificate II in Workplace Skills Subject Award - 30 Tokorima Tuatai Year 11 Certificate II in Kitchen Operations Subject Award - 30 Robin Uitenweerde Year 11 Excellence Academic Award 30 Robin Uitenweerde Year 11 Biology Subject Award - 30 Robin Uitenweerde Year 11 Chemistry Subject Award - 30 Robin Uitenweerde Year 11 Psychology Subject Award - 30 Grace Van Niekerk Year 11 Excellence Academic Award 30 Grace Van Niekerk Year 11 General Mathematics Subject Award - 30 Grace Van Niekerk Year 11 Psychology Subject Award - 30 Christo Van Vuuren Year 11 Sport & Recreation Subject Award - 30 Jack Watson Year 11 Merit Academic Award - 20 Sarah Barrie Year 12 Merit Academic Award - 20 Nell Blakemore-Carslake Year 12 Merit Academic Award - 20
Nell Blakemore-Carslake Year 12 Psychology Subject Award - 30 Ashley Bonato Year 12 Engineering Skills Subject Award - 30 Barney Brook Year 12 Social & Community Studies Subject Award - 30 Haylee Brown Year 12 Visual Art Subject Award - 30 Haylee Brown Year 12 Sport & Recreation Subject Award - 30 Liam Burton Year 12 Agricultural Science Subject Award - 30 Liam Burton Year 12 Certificate III in Aviation Subject Award - 30 Piper Camilleri Year 12 General Mathematics Subject Award - 30 Mackenzie Campbell Year 12 - Excellence Academic Award 30 Mackenzie Campbell Year 12 Mathematical Methods Subject Award - 30 Mackenzie Campbell Year 12 Biology Subject Award - 30 Mackenzie Campbell Year 12 Chemistry Subject Award - 30 Mackenzie Campbell Year 12 Physics Subject Award - 30 Jack Crockett Year 12 Essential English Subject Award - 30 Trinity Derrick Year 12 Certificate II in Kitchen Operations Subject Award - 30 Kyla King Year 12 Academic Award - 20
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Kyla King Year 12 Digital Solutions Subject Award - 30 Blaze Morandin Year 12 Health Subject Award - 30 Dayne Morris Year 12 Film, Television & New Media Subject Award - 30 Dayne Morris Year 12 Media Arts in Practice Subject Award - 30 Brooke Murphy Year 12 Legal Studies Subject Award - 30 Brooke Murphy Year 12 Modern History Subject Award - 30 Brooke Murphy Year 12 Instrumental Music Subject Award - 30 Jillian Norman Year 12 Merit Academic Award - 20 Jillian Norman Year 12 Drama in
Maddison Spyve Devotion to Music Award Brayden Walker
Practice Subject Award - 30 Catherine Oats Year 12 Visual Arts in Practice Subject Award - 30 Dion Orlandi Year 12 Industrial Technology Skills Subject Award - 30 Isabella Papadimitriou Year 12 English Subject Award - 30 Isabella Papadimitriou Year 12 Specialist Mathematics Subject Award - 30 Angus Perkins Year 12 Merit Academic Award - 20 Elissa Quagliata Year 12 Health Subject Award - 30 Tess Robertson Year 12 Essential English Subject Award - 30 Tess Robertson Year 12 Essential Mathematics Subject Award - 30 Brooke Tongalea Year 12 Certificate III in Sport & Recreation Subject Award - 30 Bradley Vecchio Year 12 Design Subject Award - 30 Daniel Ware Year 12 Certificate II in Rural Operations Subject Award - 30 Dean Watt Year 12 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care Subject Award - 30 Ben Willis Year 12 Aquatic Practices Subject Award 30 Lola Zamora Year 12 Music in Practice Subject Award - 30 Year 12 Certificate II in Business Subject Award Lola Zamora President Student Leadership Team Layla Morton Vice President Student Leadership Team B'Elanna Timms Vice President Student Leadership Team Piper Camilleri N & J Vallianos Literary Award Special Award Jillian Norman Jordan "Jordy" Fowles Drama Award Special Award Jasmine Pitman Class of '86 Art Award - Mixed Media Award Special Award Provided by Connie Haylee Brown Class of '86 Art Award - 2D Artwork Award Special Award Provided by Connie
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Leyna Tran Class of '86 Art Award - Drawing/Painting Award Special Award Provided by Connie
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Dre Hansen Class of '86 Art Award - Multimedia Award Special Award Provided by Connie
Kiera Jolly James Cook University Award - Year 8 Special Award Provided by JCU
Brayden Walker Maddison Spyve Award for Devotion to Music Special Award Kayley Machan Sam Galeano Memorial Bursary Special Award Maeve Lowe Mooma Park Droughtmaster Stud Cattle Handler of the Year Award Special Award Bryson Beeron Pat Turner Memorial Bursary Special Award Brooke Tongalea Pat Turner Memorial Bursary Special Award Alanna Cooper Tully Office Supplies Academic Bursary Special Award Dakota Franich Simon DeLuca Memorial Bursary Special Award
Samantha Patch James Cook University Award - Year 7 Special Award Provided by JCU
Jasmine Pitman James Cook University Award - Year 9 Special Award Provided by JCU Maeve Lowe James Cook University Award - Year 10 Special Award Provided by JCU Ryan Scarffe James Cook University Award - Year 11 Special Award Provided by JCU Mackenzie Campbell James Cook University Award - Year 12 Special Award Provided by JCU Trinity Derrick James Cook University Rising Star Award Special Award Provided by JCU Haylee Brown Leadership Award Special Award Rhys Davies Leadership Award Special Award
Layla Morton Long Tan Leadership Defence Force Award Special Award Provided by ADF Lola Zamora Long Tan Leadership Defence Force Award Special Award Provided by ADF B'Elanna Timms ADF Future Innovators Award Special Award Provided by ADF Isabella Papadimitriou ADF Future Innovators Award Special Award Provided by ADF Stella Berge Junior Citizenship Award Special Award Brayden Citizenship Award
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Piper Zammit Simon DeLuca Memorial Bursary Special Award Dion Orlandi Skill 360 School Based Apprentice/Trainee of the Year Special Award Piper Camilleri VPG Vocational Student of the Year Special Award Arky Rose TAFE North Vocational Student of the Year Special Award Jack Watson TAFE North Vocational Student of the Year Special Award Amali Renfrey Tully Lionesses Award Special Award Provided by Lions Club Kaya Coombs RSL Bursaries Special Award Nicholas Muriata RSL Bursaries Special Award Kane Rowe RSL Special Award
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Phillip Coppens RSL Bursaries Special Award Charlotte Sharpe RSL Bursaries Special Award Harry Crockett RSL Bursaries Special Award Craig Christey RSL Bursaries Special Award Mickey Ger D'Urso Resilience
N & J Vallianos Literary Award - PIper Camilleri
School Captains for 2022 - Tokorima Tuatai and Jack Watson
Pat Turner Memorial Bursary - Brooke Tongalea
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Grants available to convert waste into healthy soils COUNCILS and businesses can apply for infrastructure grants to new services that will divert waste landfill and convert it into healthy and compost.
now fund from soils
A total of $11 million in grants will be provided by the Palaszczuk Government through its Food Waste for Healthy Soils Program, a joint initiative with the Australian Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment. Environment Minister Meaghan Scanlon said the program would support new and improved organic waste recycling infrastructure to divert food organics and garden organics (FOGO) waste from landfill.
“This initiative aligns perfectly with our own targets to reduce waste going to landfill under our Waste Management and Resource Recovery Strategy, and the development of the Organics Strategy for our state,” Minister Scanlon said. “Organic material makes up about half of what’s in the general waste bin that households put on the kerb each week. “Last month I visited Atlas Soils, a local company who are receiving residents’ organic material and converting it into high-quality soil products, as part of the Queensland Government and Townsville City Council FOGO trial.
“This slashes the amount of waste going into landfill, instead recycling it into a new, valuable product. “It also avoids methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas which is produced when organic material decomposes in landfill.” Ms Scanlon said the overall objectives of Queensland’s Waste Management and Resource Recovery Strategy were to transition to the principles of a circular economy, by reducing the amount of waste disposed to landfill and improve resource recovery and market opportunities for recovered materials. “Building capacity and market opportunity for organics recovery is key
to getting us there,” Minister Scanlon said Applications are now open and will be considered by both the Queensland and Commonwealth governments. “The funding will be awarded on a nationally competitive basis, with the Queensland Government submitting suitable applications to the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment for consideration.” Applications for these grants are now open, with further details available at www.qld.gov.au/environment/pollution/ management/waste/recovery/fundinggrants.
India must pass its sugar test - Global Sugar Alliance MEETING in London this week, Global Sugar Alliance members urged all countries to defend the multilateral trade system, reaffirmed their full support of the case Australia, Brazil and Guatemala have taken in the World Trade Organization (WTO) against India’s sugar subsidies, and called on India to comply with its international obligations. Agricultural trade reform is long overdue. Building on commitments already made, the 12th WTO Ministerial Conference must make substantial and ambitious progress on agricultural reform – increase market access, reduce trade-distorting domestic support and eliminate export subsidies. It must also strengthen the WTO and restore the functionality of the WTO’s dispute settlement system by restoring the functionality of the WTO’s Appellate Body. The WTO Panel’s ruling in the case brought by Australia, Brazil and Guatemala against India’s sugar subsidies is widely anticipated. Global Sugar Alliance Chairman and Queensland Sugar Limited (QSL) Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Greg Beashel said Global Sugar Alliance members are fair traders who abide by their WTO obligations. “The case against India is strong and we look forward to its swift resolution. The sugar market does not need India’s sugar export subsidies,” he said. “We expect the Panel will rule that the Indian sugar regime is fundamentally flawed, it breaches the
commitments India made in the WTO and it needs to be reformed,” Mr Beashel said. India’s decisions not to provide export subsidies for the 2021/22 season and to accelerate the roll out of its ethanol blending roadmap are welcome initial steps. The Global Sugar Alliance calls on India to go further and permanently end its sugar subsidies and reduce its excessive domestic price supports in compliance with its WTO obligations. “We would welcome India’s subsidy-free participation in the world market.” Executive Director of The Brazilian Sugarcane Industry Association (UNICA) Eduardo Leão de Sousa said the challenges facing the Indian government, the Indian fuel distribution sector and the sugar sector to roll-out the ethanol blending roadmap are significant. Drawing on 50 years of experience, he said Brazil would continue to work with India, exchanging ideas and technology, to ensure the success of the ethanol roadmap. “Lowering greenhouse gases, the ethanol roadmap will make a major contribution to India meeting its COP26 pledge of sourcing 50% of its energy requirements from renewable sources by 2030. "It will also help improve air quality in India’s major cities,” he said. Leopoldo Bolaños, International Trader, Association of Sugar Producers of Guatemala (ASAZGUA),
encouraged India to comply with its WTO commitments. “The world sugar market does not need another round of price-depressing Indian sugar subsidies, which impose an enormous cost on the world’s most efficient sugar producers.” Sandra Marsden, President, Canadian Sugar Institute said that India’s excessive sugar supports underscored the importance of the 12th WTO Ministerial conference making substantial and ambitious progress in agricultural reform, modernising the rules-based trading system and ensuring WTO's dispute settlement system works efficiently and effectively. “It is in all of our interests to remove export subsidies, reduce trade distorting domestic supports and progressively expand market access opportunities across the global trading system.” Vibul Panitvong, Chairman of the Executive Board, Thai Sugar Millers Corporation said all Global Sugar Alliance members were urging their governments to work together as a matter of urgency to solve the India sugar dispute and strengthen world sugar trade. Improved trading conditions are in everyone’s interests. Mr Beashel said the Global Sugar Alliance’s priority was to secure a world in which sugar could be traded freely across regional and global markets. “Eliminating India’s export sugar subsidies and complying with its international obligations will be an important step forward,” he said.
Queensland’s future is in mining, so act like it: KAP THE future of Queensland is in mining and connecting the North West Minerals Province to the east-coast electricity grid will make or break billions of dollars’ worth of economic development, Katter’s Australian Party Leader and Traeger MP Robbie Katter has said. Mr Katter said the release of new economic analysis indicating the CopperString 2.0 project would generate 16 times the wealth of Brisbane’s 2032 Olympics – an incredible $132 billion by 2050 – made the project the Queensland’s most important. He is now calling on the State and Federal Government to either further invest in, or commit to building themselves, the nation-building transmission line that would connect the Mount Isa region to the grid in Townsville. “We need to stop hanging our hats on the money-absorbing 2032 Brisbane Olympic Games; Queensland’s future will be built on the back of minerals and other mining exports,” Mr Katter said. “The Government has thrown some cash at the project, which has been
certainly appreciated, but it stills needs a big push. “Personally, I would love the see the people of Queensland own and profit from the transmission line and would like to see it built by the State, but if CopperString continues down the private path then Brisbane and Canberra need to do everything they can to deliver it.” This week the project’s proponents, CuString, released updated economic modelling that shows the $1.8 billion project would generate an extra $132 billion in mining activity by 2050.1 In comparison, the State Government’s analysis showed the economic benefits from the Games between 2022 and 2042 would be $8.1 billion. The staging of the Games, including infrastructure works, is likely to cost Queensland and Australian taxpayers double this amount. The State’s economy continues to be underpinned by the resources sector, with the Queensland Resources Council posting a record $84.3 billion
contribution to the Queensland economy in 2020- 21, up almost $2 billion on the previous period.2 The resources sector is the number one contributor to the Queensland
economy and the State’s largest export industry. It also supports the employment of 423,000 people, equating to one in six jobs in total.
Robbie Katter MP believes CopperString to be Queensland's most important project
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new variety is for under local conditions. This can lead to better recommendations for growers. Often the advice is not to worry if the germination is slow for a particular variety because we have already worked out that this is normal for that variety under certain field conditions.
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WITH the season almost over, the work of the Tully Variety Management Group continues with the monitoring of germination for late-planted newer varieties. This is done with a series of monitoring sites set up where the new varieties have been planted with one or more standard varieties, e.g. Q208 planted nearby. What we then do is quite simple, but the data collected is beneficial because it shows the variation in germination speed of different varieties under the same conditions. All we do is measure out 10m of cane row, usually at least 25rm in from the headland and then count the cane stalks using a handheld "clicker" in that 10m row. We do these 10 to 70 days after planting. This will be the 6th year in which this plant cane monitoring has taken place in Tully. The average number of days to get to full emergence with plant cane is around 30, but some varieties can take less than that, and some can take more, e.g. 70 days. Therefore, this monitoring work enables us to fine-tune the local knowledge of just how fast or slow a
This work often backs up what SRA has already told us about a new variety. Still, like everything, there can be exceptions, and we need to find these quickly before anyone plants a new type on a large scale to give peace of mind. Just recently, we have some new people assisting with this process as well. Hannah and Eduardo from the company Farmacist have voluntarily taken on the
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responsibility for monitoring our El Arish site, just so that they can learn more about our industry. This plant cane monitoring is not complicated. Like a lot of scientific work, the trick is to collect a good volume of data consistently from which trends can be determined and better recommendations made for commercialization. All of this plant cane monitoring will ultimately go into Tully's new variety guide 2022. The data will be presented at our December 9 end of industry meeting. Once again, if growers wish to attend this meeting, they need to RSVP by December 2 for catering by calling Chantelle on 40684777 or call mobile on 0400586968.
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Environment Minister promises to meet Ravenshoe residents over Chalumbin Windfarm AUSTRALIA’S Environment Minister, Sussan Ley, has promised Bob Katter that she will meet with Ravenshoe residents who are attempting to block the construction of the Chalumbin Windfarm, due to concerns with its impact on native flora and fauna. The Environment Minister can block development projects under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999, and will have the final say on whether Chalumbin Windfarm progresses. “The Minister has agreed to visit North Queensland go over the proposals which I consider to be souldestroying projects,” Mr Katter said. “There are applications and proposals for a discontinuous line of windfarms stretching for 230km from the back of Ingham to the back of Cairns. “To quote one of the speakers from the recent rally in Cairns, ‘Their proposals turn our natural wonderland into an industrial wasteland.’ There is no doubt in my mind that in 20 years’ time those windmills will not be generating power. The economics are appallingly bad.
“It will be an environmental disaster. The most abundant proliferation of birdlife in Australia is in North Queensland’s jungle. These windfarms will form a bird killing wall. There will also be massive erosion from the 70-metre-wide roadways which will be needed on top of our mountains. “Queensland is the ‘chop down the trees’ capital of Australia. We are chopping down the trees to make the Chinese solar factories rich, and to make a whole lot of land sharks a hell of a lot of money. All it will do is trash out natural wonderland. Barely a job will be created.” Mr Katter said building the windfarms will lock North Queensland into the most expensive power on earth. “The Finkle Report said the cost of existing coal power is $20 a megawatt hour, whilst the cost of solar and wind is between $84 and a $100 a megawatt hour,” he said. “We will also be locked into intermittent supply. You will only be able to watch TV and turn the lights on during the daytime”
Mr Katter said the ‘greenie-fanatics’ were destroying the environment with their windfarm proposals in areas that contained high amounts of biodiversity and should look into alternatives. “I don’t oppose the proposed windfarm at Hughenden, in inland North Qld, which will generate power at $40 a megawatt hour as it does not pose a major problem to native flora and fauna.” Mr Katter said. “I am also a strong supporter of algae pond technology which removes Co2 from the atmosphere and creates algae which can be used as feedstock for cattle, pigs and chooks. “The other House of Representatives crossbenchers and I have also drafted a Sovereign Fuel Security Bill which if implemented would introduce ethanol into our fuel supply, turn waste into diesel and would enable the building of electric cars in Australia for metropolitan areas.”
Sugar Mill Crushing Statistics
Wilmar Sugar Herbert region mills Week 24 ending November 27, 2021 This week
Tully Sugar Limited
South Johnstone Mill
Week 24 ending November 26, 2021
Final Week 23 ended November 23, 2021
Season to date
This week
This week
Season to date
Season to date
Cane crushed
54,356
3,797,258
Tonnes Cane crushed
106,652
2,396,549
Tonnes Cane crushed
11,042
1,226,218
District CCS
12.47
12.73
District CCS
11.10
12.48
District CCS
10.65
11.47
3.8M
Crop forecast
Still to crush:
2.51M
Crop forecast
Crop forecast
113,451
Percentage crushed
100%
1,226,218
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Bowls News Ingham Bowls Club News RAIN washed out two events this week, but barefoot bowlers were lucky to get their night in. Results of the barefoot bowls played on 25th November. The lucky prize-winning team was Leesa Lone, Diane Tomba and John Lone, defeating Rita Martin, Jan Johnson and Maria Moore 9 - 5 Steven Martin, Roger Celotto, Dennis Martin and Stan Cotton defeated T Taylor, Chris Johnson, Malynda Cole and Bob Bell 14 - 5 Marion Martin, Donna Gosney, Danny Chappell and Luisa Di Bella defeated Louie Tomba, Robyn Fascetti, Ann Barron and John Piotto 17 - 14 Events for the coming week. Barefoot Bowls will be played on Thursday between 6 pm - 8 pm. Call 47762117 before 5:30 pm to have your name put on the list. Everyone welcome. Men's pairs will be played on Friday starting at 2:15 pm. Call 47762117 before 1:45 pm to nominate. Mixed Social Bowls will be played on Sunday at 1:30 pm. Please call 47762117 before 12:30 pm to have your name put on the board. Men's Annual General Meeting will be held at 9 am on Sunday 5th December. All men are asked to please make an effort to attend. Twenty-five members are required to form a quorum for the meeting to go ahead
Tully Bowls ON Wednesday, November 24, eleven Bowlers enjoyed night bowls, starting at 6 pm. Team 1 Ray Downing/ Toni Buick/Keith (7) v Team 2 Gavin Buick/Pam Staier (23). Team 3 Pauline Edwards/Joan Mercer/ Rita Hudson(13) v Team 4 Rod Bradley/Bev Harrop/Wendy Niven (9) The winners were Team 2, Gavin and Pam. On Sunday, November 28, twenty Bowlers braved the wet to have an enjoyable afternoon of two games of 10 Ends, Team 1 Steve Szabo/Pauline Edwards/Pam Staier (9) v Team 2 Mary Bacic/Ron Senini/Des (5). Team 3 Rod Bradley/ Ron French/ Wendy (18) v Team 4 Michael Knight/Avis Ray/ Rita Hudson (3). Team 5 John Brown/ Toni Buick (4) v Team 6 Peter Smith/Joanne Townsend (14). Team 7 Gavin Buick/ Bev Harrop (13) v Team 8 Ray Downing/Joan Mercer (3). After Smoko.. Team 1 (19) v Team 4 (5), Team 3 (6) v Team 2(12). Team 7 (9) v Team 5 (11). Team 6 (9) v
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SPORT Team 8 ((3). The winning Team was Team 6 Peter Smith/ Joanne Townsend, who received $15 each. Runner up (after a playoff with the winning team) was team Team 1. Steve Szabo/Pauline Edwards,/Pam Staier each received a free drink. On Thursday, November 25. Pauline Edwards, Avis Ray, Betty Cochrane, Joanne Townsend, Wendy Nevin, Toni Buick, Joan Mercer, Val Zamora and Bev Achilles enjoyed bowls and lunch at Macknades Xmas Party. On Tuesday, November 30. Joanne Townsend, Bev Harrop, Mary Bacic, Rita Hudson, Val Zamora and Betty Cochrane travelled to Innisfail for their Xmas Party and enjoyed 10 ends of bowls and lovely afternoon tea. Don’t forget Ham Day is on Sunday, December 5. Names in the book, please. Cheers!
Innisfail Men’s Bowls THIRTY-FIVE bowlers were on the green for last Thursday’s social bowls. Sergio Dalla Pozza, Sam Pagano and Peter Ryan claimed the win with a narrow margin of one shot after two games. New members and visitors are most welcome to join us for a social afternoon of bowling. Names to be in by 12.30 pm, with the card called at 1.00 pm and play commences at 1.15 pm. It was a great display of draw bowling in the final of Consistency Singles between Alf Strano and Bob Chaplain and a close game throughout. Despite the lead changing frequently, Strano held on for the win. This afternoon, December 3, is the club’s annual Farmers Day, so come down and join in a game of social bowls. Nomination forms are on the board for all the 2022 Club Championship games. A reminder that Sunday, December 12, is the club’s presentations and Christmas Goose club draw.
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For those who want to experience the fun and challenges of lawn bowls -we offer Free Coaching Lessons Age got no limit. Every Friday night, we have our traditional BBQ and Barefoot Bowls. Our contact No. 0459 211 552. in doubt of play give us a call. All are welcome. Those who want to join us, come along and try us out! You can also follow us on FaceBook.
Macknade Bowls THURSDAY the November 25, the Macknade Community Sporting Club held a Christmas morning with clubs coming from Alligator Creek, Townsville, Tully and local clubs from Ingham and Noorla. The rain descended on a beautiful morning. As players had completed eight ends before the rain descended, results were able to be had. Kaye Cooper from Alligator Creek won the prize for the best dressed. With Heaps of raffle prizes, spiders and funny money, lucky rink numbers drew the winners. Results and congratulations to: Winners: Joanne Townsend, Kerryn Haupt, Donna Gosney Lucky Losers: Luisa DiBella, Robyn Whiting, Maria Spano, Colleen Ford Sportsman’s: Anna Fudriga, Lesley Bates, Avis Ray, Pauline Edwards A lovely meal followed the rewards supplied by Halifax CWA ladies. Thank you for all your help this year!
Silkwood Bowls Club THERE was very little activity this week because games outside the home club engaged many bowlers in competition. Sunday, November 28, Mixed Social: Severe weather spoilt an attempt to play bowls. We had to be happy having a good cup of tea. Wednesday, December 1, Mixed Social: Team “Dutchy” and Tim Wallis def team Rob Nowell and Len Charman 22/17. Team Denise Charman and Ann Hollingsworth def team Delmo Tarditi and Anna Della Bella 25/11. Attention!!! Silkwood Bowls Club has decided to start the social bowling at 2 pm — every Wednesday and Sunday.
Macknade Community Sporting Club: Kaye Cooper winner of best dressed for 2021
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INNISFAIL Ladies Bowls Christmas break up day had over 40 ladies from Tully, Silkwood, South Johnstone, Edmonton and Innisfail, who gathered for the last time in 2021. Two bowl triples of ten ends played out.
The trio of Eileen Hamann, Dianne Wheeler and Debbie Maxwell finished as winners and runners up on the day were Glennis Buttigieg, Marcia Ryall and Vera Rowe. Lyn Stevenson won the spider, whilst Glennis Buttigieg won the lucky door. Bev Harrop, Lee-Anne Mayall and Helen Paterson won prizes for touchers. Mary Bacic from Tully was the lucky raffle winner of the Christmas cake made by Innisfail Ladies Patroness Audrey Rackley. Ladies enjoyed a delicious afternoon tea and walked away with a variety of prizes in the cent sale.
Innisfail bowler Lyn Stevenson won the spider.
Golf News Survivor Series returns to Innisfail Golf Club SURVIVOR is one of Australia’s fastest-growing amateur golf tournaments and will take centre stage at the historic Innisfail Golf Club this weekend. Survivor Golf Series hosts four tournaments over two days at this prestigious nine-hole course at Innisfail Golf Club. Innisfail will be abuzz, as one hundred and sixty golfers from all over converge. Fifty teams battled it out in round one of the Survivor Series in Port Douglas. Local golfers Colt Barba and Stephen Lyons (Team FNQ 2) were the second qualifying team. Rounds two and three were in Yeppoon before arriving in Innisfail. The tournament features a two-person Ambrose where amateur golfers receive professionals, with a prize on every hole to keep all golfers competing until the very last hole. Teams can be a combination of males, females and junior players. Both players in each team must have a registered handicap. This tournament is unique in dividing the combined handicaps, and each player must take eight drives. It compacts the field to a format where any team can win on the day. This weekend, four lucky teams will qualify to play in the Sheraton Mirage grand final in November 2022 in Port Douglas. They will receive a sensational package that is truly a golfer’s dream weekend. The lucky winning partnership of the final will take six additional friends on a Liquid Desire Luxury Cruise, as well as receiving other prizes and vouchers from Drummond Golf and Taylormade. Tournament organiser Mark Moss said he could
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Innisfail Ladies President Diana O’Brien (far right), with runners up Vera Rowe, Marcia Ryall and Glennis Buttigieg.
Bowlers from Innisfail,Tully, Silkwood, South Johnstone, and Edmonton got into the festive spirit at the Innisfail Ladies Christmas break-up day not be prouder of the growth and success in the last twelve-month period.
weeks, so expect a massive performance from this hometown duo.
“Twelve months ago, the Survivor team had a vision that has now come to life, and Innisfail is where we hosted our very first tournament.”
All spectators are welcome to come and watch exciting golf and be part of this exciting weekend.
“The club was extremely generous and supportive in giving us a chance, and now we can proudly say we will be hosting a Survivor Golf Series tournament here every year!”
Highlights of the weekend include live scoring and leader board, drones, and a live band is playing at Innisfail Golf Club on Saturday night.
Two local teams expected to play well this weekend include Addi Butorac and George Savage. (Strait Golfing). Paul Tattam and Ian Saunderson (Team Freezer Jabs) have been practising every day for the last two
Innisfail golfers,Trent Mann and Luke Peters celebrations after qualifying for the grand final at last year’s inaugural Survivor Golf Series.
Innisfail’s Trent Mann and Paul Tattam.
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season get to 'play it out' - good luck to all players.
Ingham Golf THE last few events of the year are listed below. The FRIDAY SOCIAL will be this Friday 3RD DECEMBER. Invite your friends to come along from 4 pm to enjoy the refreshments and fun.
El Arish Golf IT was great to welcome 2xplayers from Cairns & Half Moon Bay to our Tuesday comp last week, and interesting to hear they found our lovely course quite challenging/like it wasn't a walkover!! The winner was Paul Marland on 39, who also took out NTP's on #2/11 and 4/13.R/up was Lindsay Perkins with 38. NTP Ladies #5/14, taken by Caryl Lavell and Dot Corrin, took the approach shot on #9/18. Sporters Thursday [25/11] came down to a 'triple' c/ back with Jake Perkins winner - r/up Graham Roberts and Liz Marland 3rd all with 23 points. The least putts won by Caryl Lavell with 12. NTP winners: Dave Rogers took out #1 and #2 - Col Bidgood #3 - Jake Perkins #4 - Gavin Camilleri #7 and Jamie Smith #8. All winners thank the El Arish Butchers for their sponsorship on the day. Saturday, we played a Stableford event, sponsored by Peter Carter/INNISFAIL BRAKES, with M/L trophies. Men's Winner: Jamie Smith 38, Lady's Winner: Marie Pavan 37. Men’s R/Up: Stewy Worth 35, Ladies R/Up: Hipas Donald is also on 35. Approach #1/10: Men’s - Gavin Camilleri, Ladies Kelly Cavallaro. NTP 2nd Shot #3/12: Men’s - Troy Kopp, the Ladies, didn't make it!! NTP #4/13: Men’s - Wayne Bolton, Ladies - Marie Pavan. NTP #5/14: Men’s - Paul Marland, Ladies - Fran Lomas. Approach #9/18: Men’s - Stewy Worth, LADIES Kelly Cavallaro. Unfortunately, Peter couldn't make it to personally to award all winners. Many thanks from the winners and the club for his sponsorship. This Saturday 4th, we have our playoff for the Medal of Medals/all Monthly Medal winners for the 2021
INGHAM GOLF CLUB AGM will be held SUNDAY 5th DECEMBER 10 am. We hope as many members as possible attend both this and the following week’s Presentation Night. CAPTAINS v’s PRESIDENT DAY will be held after the AGM on SUNDAY DECEMBER 5. Every TUESDAY from 7TH DECEMBER, TILL END OF FEBRUARY Geoff and Fred, will be running a competition. Be at the club by 12:30 for a 1:00 hit off. This is open to all members. GOLF CLUB PRESENTATION NIGHT is set for FRIDAY 10TH December 6 pm. The cost of presentation night is $30 per person. Please pay in advance. On competition days, you can pay at the Clubhouse or by direct debit to the Ingham Golf Club account (BSB 084 629, Account No. 170425589). The RUSSO & VELLA MACHINERY PTY LTD end of season 4 PLAYER AMBROSE will be held SATURDAY 11TH DECEMBER. 11 am for an 11:30 am start. Nominations can be emailed to Jayden at jswarbrick@ pgamember.org.au or text to 0407 483 779. Only eight spots are remaining……. MEDAL OF MEDALS will take place December 18 in conjunction with the December Monthly Medal. Qualifiers for the Medal of Medals are: Cam West, Joe Pennisi, Mark Gusmeroli, Jayden Swarbrick (3), Lachlan Tennent (2 ), Mick Fluerty, Brian Scanlon, Ian Swarbrick, Steven Marbelli. RESULTS: TUESDAY’S Tropical Vets event attracted 22 players, most from Ingham, bar Alan and Allison Chellingworth from Cardwell. The men’s winner was Mike Fluerty with 36 points. Runner-up was Daryl King with 35 points. Top of the run-down was Ron Kerkwyk, also with 35 points. Others to receive run-down prizes were Bob Lloyd (33 points), Mike Dann (33 Points), Ross Fitzgerald (33 points) and Steve Finn (32 points). Mike Fluerty and Bob Lloyd won pin shots. Julie Reed won the ladies’ competition with 37
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points. Deb Giles was runner-up with 36 points. Bruna Quadrio was top of the run-down with 35 points, and Allison Chellingworth received a run-down prize with 33 points. Julie Reed and Deb Giles won pin shots. WEDNESDAY’S Ladies game, the last game of the year, attracted a small number of five players. Deb Giles won with 31 points. Ruth Saint was runner-up with 30 points. Deb and Lesley won pin shots. Lesley perhaps had the longest putt of the year to win her pin shot. A reminder that the Ingham Ladies’ Christmas break-up lunch tomorrow, December 1, is at the Hinchinbrook Hotel at 11:30 am. AGM will be held after at the Clubhouse. On SATURDAY, Mick Poggioli’s CORONA CUP was held. We wish Mick a big thank you for a great day at the club and a very well-contested fun event. Jayden and Ian Swarbrick were the winners with 65 points, followed by runners-up Bobbie Marriott and Taylor Worth with 64 points. Run-down prizes went to Darrin Tennent and Russell Shand with 63 points. Steve Finn took the pin shot. Golf on SUNDAY was cancelled due to rain. A Single Stableford will be played this Saturday, and after the AGM Sunday, the Captains V’s President Competition. Happy golfing… Cheryl
Tully Golf NOVEMBER 27 Results for the Mike Kennedy sponsored Mulligans Day: Mike Ellicott won Mulligans Day with a 60 nett; second place went to John Pender with a 61 nett with 3rd place going to Graham Boyd on a countback from Alex Gilbride, both with 64 nett. NTPS 2/11 Ladies Betty Favier & the Men Mike Kennedy with 7/16 won by Mikey Davis. Next weeks game is the Medal of Medals & a Stroke event sponsored by Betta Electrical Tully. Thursdays Sporters 9 hole comp was won by Kevin Edwards & the 6 hole by Mike Ellicott rundown winners were Jim Boston & Noel Wagner. NTPS 1/10 Sally Smith 2/11 Noel Wagner 3/12 Rob Milini 5/14 Mike Kennedy 7/16 Noel Wagner 9/18 A Grade Jim Boston & C Grade A. Gray.
Atherton Gun Club monthly shoot results SIXTEEN Silkwood Clay Target Club members competed in Atherton Gun Club’s shoot last Sunday in overcast conditions, but the rain stayed away. Results: Event 1 - 25 Target Continental Double Barrel Cash Divide AA - 1st: Duncan Sutherland, Paul Crapella, Aaron Lemphers, Edgar Collins and Riley Mikkelsen 25/25 A - 1st: Joe Zappala, Silvano Zorzetto 25/25 B - 1st: Alan Birch 25/25 C - 1st: Joseph Micallef 25/25 Event 2 - 25 Target Single Barrel Continental
A - 1st: Mario Raccanello 74/75; 2nd: Peter Robertson 73/75 B - 1st: Joe Collins 73/75; 2nd: Michael Heidenreich 72/75 C - 1st: Toni Scott 68/75; 2nd: Allan Millwood 67/75 Event 4 - 30 Target Continental Medley AA - 1st: Bryan Sanderson 50/50; 2nd: Barry Lansdown 48/50 A - 1st: Joe Zapalla 50/50; 2nd: Alan Poggioli 49/50 B - 1st: Scott Harper 48/50; 2nd: Alf Strano 47/50 C - 1st: Joseph Micallef 46/50; 2nd: Allan Millwood 43/50 Overall and Grade Winners
AA - 1st: Riley Mikkelsen 25/25; 2nd: Paul Crapella 24/25
Overall: Duncan Sutherland
A - 1st: Nick Pattinson 22/25; 2nd: Peter Robertson 21/25
A: Peter Robertson
B - 1st: Liane Robertson 24/25; 2nd: Peter Vit 22/25
AA: Aaron Lemphers B: Michael Heidenreich C: Joseph Micallef
Event 3 - 25 Target Continental Point Score
Practice is on at Silkwood Clay Target Club range this Saturday from 9.00 am - 12.00 pm, preparing for the Christmas competition shoot this Sunday, December 5, starting at 9.00 am.
AA - 1st: Angelo Russo 75/75 (87/87); 2nd: Aaron Lemphers 75/75 (86/87)
Members can renew their membership Paul Crapella from Silkwood Clay Target Club performed well at Atherton Gun Club’s monthly shoot last Sunday. for 2022 at the club office.
C - 1st: Joseph Micallef 23/25; 2nd: Allan Milwood 19/25
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Two Cassowary Coast senior cricket teams secure wins MARIA GIRGENTI LAST week, Mick Rees, Queensland Cricket Coaching and Talent Officer, attended the Tier 3 training session with Mission Beach Cricket junior players. He passed on his cricket expertise, knowledge and skills. Charlize Liddle from Cassowary Coast Ladies’ team gained selection in the Northern Flames team and will compete at the Under 15 Female State Championships held this month at Redlands Cricket Club, Brisbane. Cricket Far North - junior/senior results Tier 2 - James Hopes Cup Cassowary Coast - Kim Carroll Sporting Fields, Tully- November 27
United 103 (30.2) (Justin Walker 3/15 (5); Liam Conomo 2/6 (5); Austin Stuart 2/12 (2.2) Thomas Herbert 2 catches) Cassowary Coast won by four wickets. Ladies - 30 Overs - Borzi Park, Mareeba Cassowary Coast 138 (28.2) (Karina Guglielmi 33 (39); Amy Hunter 30 (29)) def Mareeba 119 (28.4) (Kasey McCahon 4/15 (4); Karri Keen 1/9 (4); Amy Hunter 2 run outs)
Cassowary Coast won by 19 runs This Saturday is a bumper day of junior cricket with four Tier 2 games at Goondi Bend Sports Reserve. A canteen is running all day with bacon and egg burgers from 8.00 am. The first games start at 8.30 am, featuring Mission Beach versus Atherton Maroon and Innisfail Thunder versus Atherton White teams. Two more games start at 12.30 pm with Tully versus Atherton White/Maroon and Innisfail Monsoons versus Atherton Gold.
Tully 7/104 (27.1) (Jackson Poppi 2/8 (4.1); Owen Devaney 2/13 (4) def Innisfail Monsoons 7/94 (29.2) (Jackson Poppi 13 (38) Tully won by three wickets Tier 2 - James Hopes Cup Mission Beach drew with Innisfail Thunder Match abandoned Tier 3 - Jimmy Maher Cup Blue - Innisfail TAFE Oval Tully/Mission Beach 4/137 (30) (Jackson Lindsay 35* (38) not out; Jackson Simpson 16 (16) retired not out; Riley Berge 13 (15 retired not out; Austin Stuart 12* (9) not out) def Innisfail 41 (20.4) (Dante van Vuuren 2/2 (2; Riley Berge 1/1 (2); Jackson Lindsay 1/4 (2); Jackson Simpson 1/5 (0.4)) Tully/Mission Beach won by six wickets. 1st Grade - 40 & 50 Over competition Cassowary Coast drew with Mulgrave Match abandoned 3rd Grade - 40 Over competition - Endeavour Park, Manunda - Sunday, November 28 Cassowary Coast 6/104 (39.3) (Brendan Verri 23 (65); Jayden Giddins 16 (39)) def
Mick Rees from Queensland Cricket with junior players at Mission Beach Cricket Club Tier 3 training session last week.
Lois Dawes Babinda and District Pony Club member recognised with a National Volunteer Award MARIA GIRGENTI FOR the past nineteen years, LOIS Dawes, a member of Babinda and District Pony Club and Zone 18 Pony Clubs Association, was a joint winner of the 2020 Pony Club Australia’s Volunteer of the Year. She shared her win with Erin Hunn from Hobart and Districts Pony Club, Tasmania. This award acknowledges the best achievements, dedication and service by a volunteer. With over 800 clubs and 40,000 members throughout Australia, competition is always fierce. Two former three-day event Olympians judged the awards, who started their riding careers in Pony Club, Atlanta; gold medallist Wendy Schaeffer and Beijing silver medallist Megan Jones. Both judges were impressed by the excellent governance and level of commitment shown by nominated Pony Clubs and members. In a first for Pony Club Australia, the Riders of the Year, and Coach, Volunteer and Club of the Year, the announcement of winners took place, unfolding like a
television awards ceremony. Pony Club Australia CEO Dr Catherine Ainsworth said the annual awards are not just about achievement. “It’s about participation, citizenship, giving back to Pony Club and showing initiative,” she said. Babinda and District Pony Club nominated Dawes for her loyalty, efforts and promoting sportsmanship and friendship within Pony Club. She has held various positions for her Club and is a whiz at obtaining grants for ground and facility improvements. Dawes does a high percentage of the Club’s ground maintenance and oversees the local Corrective Services workers as they work off their sentences at the grounds. She has established a Club library, organises training camps and teaches, and is the ‘go to’ contact person for insurance matters, rules and regulations. Lois Dawes (middle) received her Pony Club Dawes received her award from Zone 18 Pony Australia Volunteer of the Year Award from Clubs Chief Instructor Julie Sheppard and Pony Club Pony Club representatives Julie Sheppard and Queensland representative Robert McLachlan. Robert McLachlan.
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Local surf lifesavers benefit from a professional clinic
Rhett Collie and Rebecca Creedy with Etty Bay Surf Life Saving Club members. STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARIA GIRGENTI NIPPERS from Etty Bay Surf Life Saving Club and Cairns recently participated in a two-day surf sports training clinic with professional coaches Rhett Collie and Rebecca Creedy at Etty Bay in fine weather and slightly choppy water conditions. The coaching catered for Under 11s through to adults, who learned skills in swimming, board paddling and surf skis. Collie is a former elite coach from the southeast Queensland region. Creedy is a former professional athlete, swimmer and Ironwoman champion. Creedy was a former elite swimmer winning a bronze medal in 100m Women's Freestyle and the gold medal
in 4 x 100m Women's Freestyle Relay in the 1998 Commonwealth Games in Kuala Lumpur. In 1998, Creedy also won one bronze medal in freestyle relays at World Championships and two bronze in 1999. At the 1999 Pan Pacific Championships, she won two silver and one bronze medal in freestyle relays. Her achievements include a silver medal in 4 x 200m Women's Freestyle Relay at the 2002 Commonwealth Games in Manchester. Creedy won the Australian Ironwoman title at the 2012 National Championships. She achieved a careerbest fifth-place finish in the 2012/2013 Ironwoman series. In 2007, Creedy switched to surf lifesaving and only learned how to
Surf life savers go through their paces on the beach.
paddle on ski and board when she was in her mid to late twenties. A group of 20 Nippers from Under 10s to Under 17s learned about how to deal with the ocean and survival and how to prepare for competitions.
"One of the things we focus on is improving sporting skills and supporting a positive mindset that transfers to everyday school and work life."
The sessions conducted at Etty Bay were identical to those down south, with the only difference in the wave height.
"We also try and pass on our knowledge and skills onto the local coaches, patrol captains and parents so they can take something away from the weekend."
"We spoke to the youngsters about motivation, what drives them to improve and their capabilities, goal setting, the commitment and sacrifice needed to achieve in sport and life, as well as the importance of building friendships," said Creedy.
All youngsters received encouragement prizes of rashies, goggles or swimwear items courtesy of Ohana Ocean Athletics.
Both athletes stated how they were impressed with the kids' enthusiasm, willingness to participate and efforts.
Rhett Collie (white shirt) and Rebecca Creedy (fluoro green rashie) passed on their knowledge and skills to Nippers on the beach during their surf clinic run at Etty Bay beach.
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Tully Little Athletics break-up and awards presentation MARIA GIRGENTI TULLY Little Athletics Club celebrated the end of a successful season with an awards presentation and sausage sizzle at Rotary Park, Wongaling Beach. These awards recognised the efforts and outstanding achievements of their 45 athletes throughout the 2021 season. Amazingly, Billy Morris, Cooper Sichter and Lachlan McKiernan-Newman finished equal in first place with 91 points to claim the Club champion title. The Club Champion Award is for the athlete who achieves the most attendance and Personal Best points throughout the season, so this is an outstanding effort from this trio. Chase Frumento claimed the Encouragement Trophy for his dedication, sportsmanship, excellent listening skills and respect for parents and officials. Tully athletes had impressive individual achievements, with a stack of club records broken throughout the season.
Tully Little Athletics Club champions, Billy Morris, Lachlan McKiernan-Newman and Cooper Sichter.
Charlie La Fauci (Under 6)
200m and High Jump
200m and Long Jump
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Billy Morris (Under 7) 70m, 300m, Shot Put and Long Jump Saxon Solien (Under 10) 70m, 100m, 60m Hurdle, 400m and 800m Chase Frumento (Under 10) 1100m Walk, 700m Walk, Discus and Shot Put Layla Morris (Under 9) 400m Giaan Williamson (Under 11) 80m Hurdles Jackson Solien (Under 13) Discus and Shot Put Santana Fawkes (Under 14)
70m, 100m, 200m, Long Jump, 400m and Triple Jump Dean Giardina (Under 15) High Jump Tasman Croden-Hazel (Under 15) 800m and 300m Hurdles. The club’s committee is looking forward to another successful season, especially seeing athletes improve, achieve their absolute best, whilst having fun. Anyone interested in finding out more or joining up is welcome to attend the club’s Sign on Day on February 25, 2022. The season will start on March 4, 2022.
Lachlan McKiernan-Newman (Under 13 - State Championships)
For further information on Little Athletics, please send a message to Tully Little Athletics Facebook page or via email laqtully@gmail.com.
Cooper Sichter, Dean Giardina, Billy Morris, Saxon Solien and Lachlan McKiernanNewman, finished the season in the top five overall for points.
Chase Frumento, who won the Encouragement Trophy.
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Tully Little Athletics members at the breakup day.
Athletes who finished the season in the top 21 overall for points.
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Innisfail’s Kyle Mayocchi to represent Australia at 2022 IMMAF World Amateur Championships in Abu Dhabi MARIA GIRGENTI
FUSION Fight and Fitness Innisfail's coach Kyle Mayocchi has won selection in the Australian IMMAFA National team to contest the IMMAF World Amateur MMA Championships at Jiu-Jitsu Arena in Zayed Sports City, Abu Dhabi, from January 24 - 29, 2022. In an official letter from Richie Cranny, the President of the International Mixed Martial Arts of Australia congratulated Mayocchi for his junior (Under 21) team selection. He will join talented Australian athletes Erin Carter, Antonio Pascalis Cutri, Troy Fumo, Coopar Smith, Daniel Mitchell, Jordan Thomas, Hayden Limebeer, Loni Doyle Filimoehala, Auryn Parmley, Patrick Best and Adam Myers. Mayocchi's opportunity to represent Australia at the highest level in MMA is something he has earned over years of sacrifice and commitment to the sport. After winning the IMMAF Australasian Featherweight title at MMA Oceanic Championships in New Zealand in June, Mayocchi has shown he is ready for the next step. Kyle Mayocchi claimed a first-round victory against Isaac Thompson (NZ) by submission with a head arm choke and claimed the Oceanic Junior Lightweight champion title. He extended his undefeated MMA record to 12 - 0
Shane Muriata
WITH the announcement that NSW-born Patrick Cummins would be our Australian cricket team's 47th Test Cricket Captain, we have been inundated with theories and predictions. Even the great Shane Warne gave his ten cents to the idea that can a fast bowler be a captain. My simple answer is yes. Although he will bring his style to the role that is thought to be as, if not more important than the Prime Minister of our great country, I think he can leave his mark on the job.
A special shout out to all the school teachers and staff from Babinda right down to Ingham in these last few weeks of school; hang in there. It has been a tough year in the education world, where we face a different set of changes every year. To the one's going onto their 20th year or more, to the first-year teachers, take a deep breath and savour these moments. A special
message to Mission Beach SS, Tully SS, Lower Tully SS, Feluga SS, Silkwood SS, St Clare's, Innisfail SC, Gilroy, Cardwell SS, Kennedy and of course Murray River Upper State School, stay safe and be kind to each other. Here's one of my favourite quotes ever that describes you guys. "Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better; It's not. : Dr Seuss
Our Australian Cricket team, for the best part of 30 years, have always been winners. We have sometimes stepped over the line when it comes to being ruthless to other countries to obtain success. You only have to look back on legendary players Allan Border and Steve Waugh. People didn't like these guys, and they didn't like many people either. Then take a look at the guys that followed them, Ricky Ponting and my favourite, Michael Clarke, then Steve Smith. These guys made sure we played right on the brink of being too aggressive and sometimes outright dirty with unsavoury tactics. When people complained about our style, I always asked, "Why are we winning then?" It sent fear and shivers to every nation visiting our shores for cricket, and I think Cummins can bring that back. I also believe he will undoubtedly have some fire about him, well, because he is a fast bowler after all. I don't know any fast bowler who doesn't want to knock a batsman head off every once in a while. He will have the backing of Smith, Warner and Lyon, the key men behind the team's success, and have Head Coach Justin Langer's support. With the Ashes under a week away, I think we are as ready as we will ever be, and Pat Cummins will be the right man to lead us into battle. If I was a betting man, Australia should clean sweep the Poms and
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and is the current Australasian IMMAF Lightweight Champion, Beast Championship Featherweight and Lightweight champion. Kyle, who will be contesting the IMMAF 18 - 20-yearold Featherweight division said, it is always an honour to represent Australia, his hometown of Innisfail and Fusion Fight and Fitness Innisfail. He has already contested Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai at the World level. He is now adding MMA to his resume. Mayocchi, a purple belt, is the undefeated and the current Australasian IMMAF Lightweight Champion and the current Beast Championships Featherweight and Lightweight Belt holder. This is Mayocchi's third trip to Abu Dhabi. He hopes to make his mark at the 2022 IMMAF Championships, proudly wearing the green and gold colours. In collaboration with Kyle and his family, Havokk Clothing Company has designed a sublimated design supporter T-shirt to support him on his journey, with a percentage going directly to Kyle's expenses for Abu Dhabi. Kids and adults' sizes are now available for purchase at $50 each plus $10 postage, via the link https:// havokkcc.com/.../pre-order-kyle-mayocchi... For a limited time, these shirts are available for pre- Local MMA fighter, Kyle Mayocchi will order until December 12, and delivery of orders will represent Australia at the 2022 IMMAF World Amateur MMA Championships in Abu Dhabi. take four to six weeks.
outright win the Ashes, with Patty Cummins holding the spoils of the little Urn above all on the victory stage.
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Our 47th Australian Test Cricket Captain Pat Cummins.
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Innisfail United Football Club gala awards presentation
Coaches Warren Gill, Brendan King and manager Donna Vecchio with Innisfail United Under 14/15 JPL premiership winning team. Coach Amber Overton with Innisfail United Premier Reserves Ladies’ team members.
IUFC patrons Tony Buzolich and Joseph Camuglia with Innisfail United major trophy winners.
Innisfail United Football Club members who received an award for years of outstanding service. Absent: Kaila Musumeci and Gino Di Carlo
Fishing photos
Tony Mossop with a threadfin salmon caught on a Jackson Divitis lure.
Reuben Gudopp with a nice striped bonito from the weekend.
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THE larger boats that have managed to travel out wide to fish between the outer reefs and along the edge of the continental shelf have mostly been doing very well. Travelling out wide is a specialised form of fishing, with most anglers using electric reels and heavy terminal tackle. Most skippers I have talked to comment that they have moved out wide to avoid the shark problem. Reports from the boats have been varied, with most of their catches consisting of Jobfish, Nannygai, Red Emperor and Gold Band Snapper. The main reefs also fished well with good numbers of Coral Trout and mixed reef fish. There has also been some nice Spanish Mackerel caught around the reef drop-offs. Both Small and Largemouth Nannygai have been found on rubble patches, wrecks and wonky holes located in the deeper water off the edge of the reefs. And along the outer edge of the shipping channel. Most boats are reporting a bycatch of Cobia and Tea Leaf Trevally. Both of these species have good eating qualities. Scattered just outside the islands, right out to the main reefs, are schools of mostly Mack Tuna. Closer around the islands and coastal headlands, there have been good catches of mostly Grass Sweet Lip and some nice Island Trout. The specialist has also managed some quality Fingermark. There have been the occasional big Spanish Mackerel around the island headlands on the Pelagic front mostly trolled up on ribbonfish. Schools of Grey Mackerel and some Queenfish, and Golden Trevally have also been caught mostly by anglers high-speed spinning or jigging soft plastics. There have been some fantastic fishing in the estuaries over the last week, with anglers reporting excellent catches of mostly Mangrove Jacks along with some nice Fingermark and the occasional Threadfin salmon. At this stage, I have not heard of any significant
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info@wettropictimes.com.au PO Box 1100, TULLY, 4854 70 Butler Street, TULLY numbers of Grunter caught in the area, with reports of two or three fish from some of the coastal creeks and Hinchinbrook region. The Cardwell esplanade has been fishing very well for school Grunter and Blue and Threadfin Salmon. There have been many prawns along the beach, and the fish have moved in close to feed on them. Just cast the net a few prawns and fish them dead or alive. Try either side of the high tide.
Good Fishing Roly Newton Tackle World Tully
The freshwater reaches of the Johnstone and Tully rivers continue to fish well for Sooty Grunter and the occasional Jungle Perch. Try surface lures early in the morning or around dusk. Small deep diving lures or soft plastics will give you the edge through the middle of the day. When writing this report (very early in the week), the various weather sites predict 10 to 15 knots for this coming weekend. Hopefully, this will allow the larger boats a chance to travel out to the islands. Either side of the morning high tide will suit those wishing to fish for Grunter in the estuaries and Hinchinbrook region. Either side of the late afternoon low tide is ideal for fishing for Mangrove Jacks in the creeks. Although not around in huge numbers, there have been a few mud crabs, so I would be setting the pots.
Now is the time to be chasing Jacks in the creeks – Derek Maynard caught this one on an Atomic Prong plastic.
LUCINDA JOHNSTONE RIVER HULL HEADS DECEMBER DECEMBER DECEMBER FRI 3 SAT 4 SUN 5 MON 6 TUE 7 WED 8 THU 9
1:39 am 8:11 am 2:22 pm 7:56 pm 2:16 am 8:57 am 3:16 pm 8:41 pm 2:58 am 9:47 am 4:16 pm 9:30 pm 3:43 am 10:42 am 5:31 pm 10:25 pm 4:33 am 11:44 am 7:01 pm 11:32 pm 5:34 am 12:55 pm 8:32 pm 1:05 am 6:53 am 2:16 pm 9:53 pm
0.28m 3.47m 1.04m 3.04m 0.21m 3.59m 1.1m 2.86m 0.25m 3.61m 1.22m 2.63m 0.39m 3.52m 1.34m 2.37m 0.62m 3.36m 1.4m 2.13m 0.89m 3.18m 1.35m 1.99m 1.16m 3.05m 1.22m
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2:23 am 8:31 am 3:06 pm 8:19 pm 3:01 am 9:17 am 3:58 pm 9:03 pm 3:42 am 10:07 am 4:55 pm 9:50 pm 4:29 am 11:02 am 6:02 pm 10:43 pm 5:21 am 12:06 pm 7:30 pm 11:48 pm 6:22 am 1:23 pm 9:25 pm 1:16 am 7:38 am 2:48 pm 10:55 pm
0.28m 3.02m 1m 2.62m 0.23m 3.13m 1.06m 2.46m 0.25m 3.14m 1.16m 2.25m 0.36m 3.07m 1.26m 2.04m 0.56m 2.93m 1.34m 1.84m 0.8m 2.8m 1.31m 1.71m 1.04m 2.7m 1.2m
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1:48 am 8:20 am 2:23 pm 8:16 pm 2:25 am 9:06 am 3:14 pm 9:01 pm 3:07 am 9:56 am 4:09 pm 9:51 pm 3:53 am 10:51 am 5:14 pm 10:48 pm 4:48 am 11:53 am 6:35 pm 11:52 pm 5:53 am 1:03 pm 8:20 pm 1:09 am 7:09 am 2:18 pm 9:45 pm
0.17m 3.53m 0.89m 3.04m 0.12m 3.65m 0.96m 2.86m 0.17m 3.66m 1.08m 2.64m 0.33m 3.57m 1.23m 2.39m 0.57m 3.42m 1.35m 2.18m 0.85m 3.25m 1.34m 2.05m 1.1m 3.12m 1.2m
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gala awards presentation MARIA GIRGENTI INNISFAIL United Football Club celebrated a successful season and recognised team and individual achievements at their awards presentation dinner held recently at Brothers Leagues Club with over 150 people in attendance. The Under 13 JPL team finished third. The Under 14/15, JPL finished second overall and won the grand final. The Third Division finished fourth, whilst Reserve Grade finished as Minor Premiers and Champions of North Queensland, after winning the Card Evans Memorial Shield Castor Park in Mourilyan has a new LED scoreboard, and male toilets fitted out. The club has applied for substantial grants for a new carpark, lighting on Field 2 and training
fields, and drainage works on Field 1. Long-term president Paulo Di Carlo thanked all the club's valued and significant sponsors for their support, club patrons Tony Buzolich and Joseph Camuglia and welcomed new sponsors for 2022/23. He also expressed appreciation to committee members: Will Darveniza, Donna Vecchio, Annette Lyons, Kyrene and Matt Howarth, all canteen workers, maintenance crew, coaches, managers, volunteers, parents and supporters. Coaches for the season: Hayden Darveniza, Paul Piccolo, Scott Davies, Yoel Jogiono, Amber Overton, Chris Clauss, Joseph Camuglia, Cameron Ferguson, Brendan King, Warren Gill, Will Darveniza and Mick Maguire.
Eleven club members received new outstanding service awards: Kelly Berryman, Mareeta Nicolau, Kaila Musumeci, Max Darveniza, Raymond Lyons, Matthew Piccolo, Cameron Ferguson, Jacob Vecchio, Gino Di Carlo, Cameron Epong and Jayden Zecchinati. Perpetual Awards Club Person of the Year: Paulo Di Carlo Senior Male Player with Most Potential: Max Darveniza Senior Female Player with Most Potential: Clara Cini Senior Male Club Player of the Year (Tony Tolich Trophy): Tom Beaton Senior Female Club Player of the Year (Di Carlo Family Trophy): Lucia Trotter Junior Male Player with Most Potential: Trent Finta
Junior Female Player with Most Potential (Amber Overton Trophy): Chloe Musumeci Under 12 - Junior Competitive Coaches Award: Owen Garnett Most Consistent: Thomas Jolly Most Improved: Ronan Sultana Under 12 - Junior Premier League Coaches Award: Declan Sinton Most Consistent: McLeod
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Most Improved: Declan Coffey Under 13 - Junior Competitive Coaches Award: Bailey Aldridge Most Consistent: Zac Gracie Most Improved: Aiden Getejanc Under 13 - Junior Premier League Coaches Award: Kayden Plumb Most Consistent: Reed Bonassi Most Improved: Jujhar Singh
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Under 14/15 Division 1 Coaches Award: Ammie Bensi Most Consistent: Darveniza
Sammy
Player's Player: Ryan Holly Under 14/15 Division 3 Coaches Mauloni
Award:
Jordan
Most Consistent: Cunningham
John
Player's Player: Trent Finta Under 18 Premier Youth Player's Player: Tyler Purcell Coaches Award: Ike Norman Best and Darveniza
Fairest:
Isaac
Premier Ladies Player's Nicolau
Player:
Coaches Musumeci
Mareeta
Award:
Chloe
Best and Fairest: Kimberley Bryant Reserve Ladies Player's Player: Mia Wilson Coaches Award: Akeesha Surha and Gina Andrijevic Best and Fairest: Tara Kachur 2nd Division Player's Darveniza
Player:
William
Coaches Award: Pita Job Best and Briggs
Fairest:
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3rd Division Player's Player: Leo Di Carlo Coaches Award: Gino Di Carlo Best and Fairest: Chris Borsato Robert Giueni Award: Raymond Lyons Reserve Grade Player's Player: Jacob Vecchio Coaches Award: Chris Clauss and Fred William Schneiders Best and Piccolo
Fairest:
Matthew
Premier Men's Player's Player: Tom Beaton Coaches Award: Daniel Bratt
Coaches Scott Davies and Joseph Camuglia with Premier Reserves Men’s team members who won the Minor Premiership trophy and Crad Evans Memorial Shield.
Best and Kaltanak
Fairest:
Malon