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13 Lievore descendants at Mourilyan State School

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MARIA GIRGENTI MOURILYAN State School is laying claim to having the greatest number of related children all attending the same school together with 13 children currently at the school - all descendants of their great-great great grandparents Gaetano (Jack) Lievore and Virginia Bernardo. Most of the children currently at Mourilyan State school had at least one parent who attended the school. Those parents who were the last students at the school are the McLeod children with their mother Renee, Locastro children with their father Trent, Durso children with their mother Jonelle (Locastro) Trent and Jonelle are siblings) and Caltabiano children with their father Marcus.

Back row: Lockie Locastro, Braxton D’Urso, Tavish Caltabiano, Taylah McLeod holding Inahri Caltabiano and Bridie McLeod. Front: Laynie Locastro, Marlie Bovey, Zenzi Russo, Sailah D’Urso, Finlay Russo, Denan McLeod and Jaggah Caltabiano are all Lievore descendants who are currently students at Mourilyan State School

Gaetano Lievore and Virginia Bernardo lived in Piovene Rocchette in the Veneto region of Northern Italy. Their eldest two children Angelina and Giovanni were born there in 1919 and 1921 respectively. Gaetano made the decision to emigrate to Australia, so in the mid 1920s he and Virginia’s nephew Pietro did and left Virginia to follow in 1929. They made the trip out to Australia on the maiden voyage of the ship 'Orontes'. Virginia and the children reconciled with Gaetano and Pietro, now known as Jack and Peter, in Silkwood, where they had bought some land to turn into a cane farm. Eventually, Jack and Virginia decided to branch out on their own and bought land at Digger Creek near El Arish. The land was still covered in scrub which Jack and Virginia cleared themselves by hand before they were able to plant sugar cane. Three more children were born, Olga, Maria Louisa and Gaetano. Sadly, Gaetano (known as Guy) was killed at 19 months of age when a fertiliser hose fell on him. The children did their schooling at El Arish School where their names were anglicised, Giovanni became Barney, Angelina was shortened to Angie and Maria Louisa became Mary. The Caltabiano, Durso, Locastro and Bovey family children in the photo are descended from Barney who married Joan Accatino from Ingham. The McLeod children are descended from Olga who married John Virginia Bernardo and Gaetano (Jack) Lievore with four of their children Creighton.

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Billions lost in COVID tourism downturn

MORE than $2.2-billion of visitor spending in the Far North was lost last year as a result COVID-19 related travel restrictions. A report to Cairns Regional Council outlining Tourism Tropical North Queensland’s activities, revealed that prior to the coronavirus pandemic, the region recorded 2.9 million visitors, spending $3.51 billion for the year ending March 2020. Notably, domestic overnight visitor expenditure in Far North Queensland grew to a record high of $2.6 billion in the year to March 2020. However, the impact of COVID-related travel restrictions resulted in an estimated loss of $1.6 billion loss of domestic visitor expenditure, along with a further $650 million lost due to international border closures. The domestic visitor market is expected to underpin the region’s recovery, with domestic visitor expenditure expected to account for 82 per cent of all visitor expenditure in 2021 (up from 68 per cent in 2019).

Overgrown Allotments DURING this wet season, Hinchinbrook Shire Council is reminding residents to make sure their properties are maintained in a tidy fashion with grass and debris kept to a minimum. Long grass, dead palm fronds, rotting trees, scrap metal and timber create breeding grounds for rats, mosquitos and reptiles. Help keep your home and yard clean and safe by maintaining grass below 200mm high, disposing of tree debris, storing scrap metal and timber safely and securely off the ground, away from your neighbours. “This will assist in keeping our community visually appealing and free from health hazards,” Mayor Ramon Jayo said. Council authorised officers regularly inspect for overgrown and untidy lots for which you may receive a notice from Council to clear the allotment. This is a reminder of the Shire’s local law requirements which are there to help keep the community safe and tidy. To find out more information please visit the Council’s web page section on ‘Overgrown Allotments’.

Meter replacement program - smart water meter roll out RESIDENTS in Innisfail Estate and Cullinane will soon benefit from having a smart water meter installed at their property as part of Council’s meter replacement program. “Smart meters provide an hourly water consumption update directly to Council so we can better understand how our residents use water, whilst monitoring the performance of the water network and consumption,” Cassowary Coast Regional Council Mayor Mark Nolan said. “Currently, water meters are read by Council officers every six months for billing purposes and this means there is a significant time period between when the water is used and when residents receive their bill and water consumption update.” He said that if a property has a water leak, this means it can be up to six months before the water meter is read and the property owner becomes aware. “The smart water meter

transmits hourly meter readings directly to Council via a small radio signal, which is 30 times weaker than the signal transmitted by a mobile phone. Leaks can be hard to detect and can result in excess water charges for residents, plus increased demand on our water supply and Council infrastructure. Smart meters will help identify high or out of the ordinary water usage, which will lead to identifying leaks earlier, saving water, money and potential property damage.” Impacted residents in Innisfail Estate and Cullinane will be provided advance written notices or a face-to-face visit from a Council officer about how the water meter works. Works are being undertaken between February and May 2021, weather permitting.

Hinchinbrook News in Brief Hinchinbrook Way Ambassador Program COUNCIL invites all businesses to come together as a community and promote our “Hinchinbrook Way” of life. Together we can boost the economy just by sharing our story, promoting our region and upskilling. The Hinchinbrook Way Ambassador Program is a platform that allows just that; stand together and build the community. To kick start this program, Council invites businesses to come along to the Business Social Networking Event. Businesses will have the opportunity to catch up, brainstorm ideas and ask questions regarding what The Hinchinbrook Way Ambassador Program will involve. This program allows members to gain access to relevant development workshops, networking opportunities, marketing materials and premium access to professional promotional imagery. It also provides an opportunity for all members to collaborate and increase awareness and tourist visitation, be involved with enriching visitor experience, and preserving the Shire’s cultural and heritage products. Council acknowledges the hard work and dedication of those working in small businesses and believes they are the key in providing genuine customer service to our visitors and potential new neighbours. Council believes the continuous dedication, passion and support of small businesses will prompt the community to shop locally and invest in the Shire’s economy. To RSVP to the event or for further information regarding the Ambassador Program, please contact Council’s Tourism and Business Team on 4776 4600.

Living in Shed Inspections AUTHORISED Council Officers have been out and about in the Forrest Beach community inspecting sheds to ensure they are not being lived in unlawfully. Letters to property owners were distributed last year informing residents of the living in sheds inspection program. Inspections are being carried out to ensure that residents are living in housing that is lawful, safe and resilient to the impacts of natural hazards. If residents have received a letter regarding suspected unlawful use of a shed, please

make contact with Council on 4776 4600, so that officers can assist you in achieving compliance.

Community Activity Grants GRANT applications opened on Wednesday, February 10. A Community Activity Grant provides funding for not for profit organisations, supporting self sustainable activities, festivals, events or individual national sporting achievements. There are a number of categories available, with submissions open until June 30. To find out more about the categories and assessment criteria for eligibility, please visit Council’s website Community Activity Grants page.

Flying Fox Success EXCELLENT progress is being made with Council staff assisting Biodiversity Australia contractors during morning flying fox dispersal operations. The APEX Village area has successfully been cleared, and crews are continuing to monitor this site, as well as other previously known flying fox locations in the Ingham township. Dispersal works, including the use of bird fright, may occur each morning between 5.00am and 7.30am to dissuade any animals from attempting to return to undesired locations. Residents are reminded to secure all pets during operation times. Should you wish to report flying foxes that have taken up temporary residence in an undesired location, please contact Council on 4776 4600.

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A unique celebration of the year that was(n’t) THE TYTO Regional Art Gallery opened this year’s first combined exhibition, Ingham Art Action’s “2020... the year that wasn’t” and Elements Studio’s “Altered Book Challenge” on Friday, February 5. Opened by Councillor Donna Marbelli with introductory remarks by local artists and organisers Louise Plint and Jane Milanovic, the gallery celebrated the life, downtime, musings and struggles of Ingham’s art community as they laboured under the lockdowns of 2020. A musing of the world around them and a celebration of life, both the exhibition and the local crowd was warm and inviting, and the opening had a buoyant air of locals excited to be able to gather together again and admire the artists’ works. While there were some very beautiful and in some cases extraordinary works, many with a very local and Australian theme, the highlight of the exhibition seemed to be the interactivity of the Altered Books, where gloved participants enjoyed perusing through intricate and detailed works amongst coos of enjoyment. 2020... the year that wasn’t and Altered Book Challenge is running until Wednesday, March 31. The TYTO Regional Art Gallery is open daily from 10am to 4pm.

Hinchinbrook Local Market kicks off for the year SURROUNDED by the Mercer Lane Mosaic Project the Hinchinbrook market takes a strong position in the community. The importance of the markets was expressed by Tracy Murray: “the items in the local markets have been created, produced and grown in the Hinchinbrook district.” With the goal to support local community members and their personal skills, Hinchinbrook local markets saw strong support for their first day. The location was chosen for the history that the mosaic art represents to the community. The market looks forward to seeing the community come and enjoy the fruit of the labours of locals.

A unique celebration of the year that was(n’t)

Trisha Fielding came to visit from Townsville because she knows a few people who have work on display in the exhibition.

Councillor Donna Marbelli.

Jane Milanovic.

Louise Plint from Elements art studio.

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Brian James, volunteer snake catcher extraordinaire DAVID GARDINER “THERE’S a snake in my house!” Sometimes at two or three o’clock in the morning, this is the typical type of phone call dedicated Babinda snake catcher Brian James has taken many times over the years, and has responded to willingly and enthusiastically. Out he goes in the middle of the night, or during the day - anytime really - to “relocate” a huge python or tree snake, or sometimes a venomous specimen. James has committed himself to rescuing concerned, sometimes terrified, families from daunting snake encounters in and around their homes for 36 years this year. He has no plans to retire from the role yet. James believes catching and relocating wayward snakes usually results in a “win win” outcome. “You get a snake out of someone’s house, take it out, put it in the bush,” he said. “It goes back to where it belongs out of harm’s way and

the people - it solves their problem.” James is constantly under much praise for his work - entirely volunteer on the local social media pages. Over the decades, he estimates he would have relocated “well over” 1,000 snakes. “I don’t charge, I’ve never charged, I don’t accept money even if it’s offered to me because there’s no way in this world I’m going to ask pensioners and struggling families for money,” James said. “I don’t know of anybody who’s got $100 sitting on the shelf at home, just in case they get a snake in their house. “It’s a great feeling if you can help someone out, why not?” Just about every variety of python and brown tree snakes are the most common reptiles James has relocated but occasionally, a very large snake will turn up at someone’s house. “I did get one some years ago here (in Babinda) and it was five-point-seven metres. It was a big snake, and that was a real buzz, to find a python that big; it’s head was bigger than my hand. It was 23 kilos!” Just before Christmas, the Babinda snake catcher heard that a mum in Innisfail had posted on social media about a snake, possibly an eastern brown, in her yard. Normally James covers from Fishery Falls to Waugh Pocket and Bramston Beach. But the usual Innisfail catcher was away. “She said she had three little kids running around the yard; the youngest

was probably about 18 months. I said normally I don’t do Innisfail, but under the circumstances, I’ll go.” As it turned out when he got there, a one-point-five metre specimen of one of Australia’s deadliest snakes - a coastal, or eastern taipan, now hiding behind an old washing machine. James has a couple of basic instructions for people when they first get on the phone to him: “Leave them alone, don’t touch them. If the snake is moving, just stay back and watch where the

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snake’s going so I’ve got some idea where to look when I get there.” On Australia Day last month, the former ambulance officer drove up to Cairns because he had been nominated for an Australia Day award for his volunteer snake-catching work. He was chuffed at the fact that someone in the community had the kind hearted consideration to put his name forward, even though he didn’t receive an award this time. There’s always next year.

James with a couple of the “well over 1,000” snakes he has relocated

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Residents’ dismay over Mission Beach helipad approval THE recent decision by the Cassowary Coast Council to approve a development in the middle of Mission Beach should be a concern for every resident/ratepayer in this shire. This proposal met with a lot of opposition

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from Mission Beach residents and tourists alike, who believe such a development would create excessive noise, be detrimental to the on-going fight to preserve the native cassowary and all other species that call this wet tropics area home, detract from the liveability of the area and turn tourists away. A petition with over 700 signatures from concerned residents of the shire was sent to council as well as a petition from many tourists who enjoy coming to Mission Beach and the surrounding areas for the uniqueness, diverse wildlife and tranquil setting, protesting this proposal. After reading the development application there were many questions and anomalies that needed to be addressed. The residents of the shire, not just Mission Beach residents, held their first meeting at the Progress Hall at Mission Beach with over 200 people in attendance. Our council representatives were invited to attend to listen to the concerns but not one of ‘our’ representatives attended. Concerned residents from other parts of the shire emailed every councillor with their objections, concerns and unanswered questions. Again, no dialogue was entered into.

Different perspectives matter to create change! Vale Paul

The next meeting was held at Marc’s park and we must thank Trudy Tschui, the only councillor to attend and listen to the concerns. She was not allowed to answer questions but took notes. Following this meeting, a small delegation attended a council meeting in Innisfail with still no answers to the many questions posed. Another gathering of over 200 people took place in Miter Street, Mission Beach (a cassowary corridor). Councillor Barry Barnes attended briefly and left early, again without hearing all the arguments against the proposal. He voted for the development.

SARI HYYTINEN LIFE often throws you unexpected curve balls. I feel it is important to look to the best that you will learn from the situation that find yourself in. I had an interesting discussion with a local member of the community this week where we discussed the difference between being on the ‘right’ or ‘left’ perspective politically. One of the things that comes up predominantly is that the left believe that the ‘system’ needs to fix the situation and on the right the belief is that the person needs to work on themselves to fix the situation. I feel that there are times where you need both things to change for you to get through a situation. Therefore, I do not want to live in a community that can not talk to different groups because our own circle feels that they do not want to hear from that group and what they say and why they believe what they say. For us to develop effective change in a community everyone deserves to feel heard, everyone deserves to have a say and no one deserves to be derided just because they believe something different to what another person believes. Free speech matters. The reason you are free to believe what you believe is because that is a foundational value in our society. Quite often what we think people believe is not actually what they believe it is what people who are in opposition to them have told us they believe. This distinction is important. We must guard against the strawman fallacy.

Hallam

NEWS of the unexpected death of Mr Paul Hallam, has sent a shock wave throughout the Shire, prompting a number of tributes from local identities, including Mayor Ramon Jayo who described him as a modest man who lived to give to others.

A contingent of concerned community members again turned out in large numbers to show their disapproval of the proposed aviation facility at the Tully Council chambers where the decision was to be made. Again, they were ignored. The decision six to one, with Trudy Tschui the only one against the proposal, showed a complete disregard for the community concerns. Remember, that ‘our’ council representatives are supposed to serve the people of their community, the people who have paid rates in this area for many years, not the interests of a developer who has contributed nothing to the area. Because of the ambiguity of the proposal, it is unsure what the total effects of this aviation facility will have on our whole community. The total disregard of our community, the strategic intent of the Planning Scheme and the environment should send fear and trepidation from Cardwell through to Innisfail. The fact that this group of councillors is not going to represent the people, adhere to the planning scheme and will approve any application without conducting the appropriate studies, should horrify everyone. Greg and Susan Sedgman (Very concerned, disheartened residents and a ratepayers for 45 years) Mission Beach or cooking at Events working tirelessly. He would take on any challenge, no job was too big or too small and gave his time without question for the benefit of the community. Paul, a Chef by trade, enjoyed cooking and all things food related. He would often create and donate ‘food art’ centre pieces for functions or deliver baked goods to business houses out of the goodness of his heart.

Paul moved to the Ingham district in 2013 and began his passion of helping others by volunteering his time to man the BBQ at local clubs and events.

Recognition for his unwavering dedication to this community for over 500 hours of service in 2019 alone was one of his proudest moments, and the enormous amount of pleasure and pride that he experienced was his reason for doing so.

He commenced volunteer work with Council on 16 February 2016 and spent many hours in the Gallery

“Paul will be sorely missed and is a huge loss to the community, Vale Paul Hallam” said Cr Mary Brown.

Ingham Bridge Club THERE were several slams in last Friday’s game, some bid, some won and some were very hard to bid. It is a wonderful feeling to bid and make a slam. Unfortunately it doesn’t happen very often. The winners of the day were Marlies Maussen and Joan Aranas with 67.1 per cent. Gillian Marano and Judy Vigh came 2nd with 60.1 per cent followed closely by Alan Giles and Nella Albrecht in third place with 59.2 per cent. Ann Barron and Nuala Clayton took out first place in Tuesday night’s session. Steve Vigh and Denis Martin came second with 52.7 per cent and Danny Benedetto and Wendy Coe were third with 51.3 per cent. Today, Friday, February 12: Social Bridge – Drawn Pairs. Please be seated by 8.45am. Tuesday, February 16: ‘Help with Play’ session. Please be seated by 6.15pm. If you need a partner phone Ann on 0408 090 451.

Tip of the Week: After your partner opens 1NT, don’t use Stayman when you have 4333 distribution. When you have enough points to bid game, when you are balanced and have no distributional points, it is better to bid 3NT instead of looking for a major fit. It is usually better to try to take 9 tricks at Notrump instead of 10 tricks at 4 hearts or 4 spades. It might not always be the correct contract, but the odds are in your favour and this is a helpful tip to include in your arsenal. This advice should allow you to reach the best contract more often. Would you like to learn how to play Bridge? Beginner Lessons will commence on Tuesday, February 16 at 10am at the Ingham Bowls Club. To register or for further information please phone Wendy on 0429 616 959. Our AGM will be held on Saturday, February 27, at 2pm at the Ingham Bowls Club. Nominations close on Friday, February 19. All members are urged to attend. To see more about the Bridge Club, visit our website: www.ingham.bridgeaustralia.org

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Innisfail’s Rankin St to undergo major footpath, car parking upgrade DAVID GARDINER RANKIN Street Innisfail, on the side of the street where the Queens Hotel and Cassowary Coast Regional Council are located, is to undergo a major footpath and car parking upgrade. Weather permitting, the work is expected to start sometime in the next week or two, after possession of the site was given to the contractor this week. Lasting up to three months and in three stages, the project is likely to cause disruption and difficult access for several businesses along the west side of the street, as water mains and internet

and phone services are replaced, with a completely new footpath built. Car parking along the west side will be impacted, to allow for two-way traffic to continue, at least during most days. A Council spokesperson said there may be some full road closures on parts of Rankin St for night works to install water service lines. “Businesses will be advised in advance of any night works and diversions will be in place as part of the traffic management operations,” the spokesperson said. A temporary footpath with detours will be put up alongside the old one while the work is done. The street will be reduced

Plans showing the works, which could last up to three months

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to a 40kph speed limit heading westeast, because of close proximity of pedestrians on the temporary footpath to the road, and 50 kph in the other direction. Bollards with reflective bands and barrier mesh will be used along the temporary footpath. Council said when complete, the works will enhance pedestrian accessibility and improve safety for users. “Council will also be undertaking works to upgrade the water main and services in this area to minimise future disruptions to the public and businesses on this section of road,” the spokesperson said. “Works are being undertaken in three stages to minimise potential impacts and are expected to take up to three months to complete.” The Contractor, Allan Sultana Constructions, has engaged with businesses on Rankin Street and “has committed

to regular communication throughout delivery of the project. Feedback from businesses has helped form the Traffic Management Plan, which will minimise impacts to the travelling public and pedestrians.” The project will cost $750,000 and is under the ‘Works for Queensland’ program, jointly funded by the Queensland Government and Cassowary Coast Regional Council. The water works are solely funded by Council. “Council thanks the businesses on Rankin Street and Cassowary Coast residents for their patience and understanding whilst these important works are undertaken.” As for the other side of the road, Council does not have any plans for an upgrade there yet, but “will continue to monitor the condition of Rankin Street, east and undertake maintenance as required.”

The west side of Rankin Street between Grace and Edith streets, to undergo a major footpath and car parking upgrade

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Dorothy McGregor celebrates 95th birthday milestone MARIA GIRGENTI WELL KNOWN Warrina Innisfail resident Dorothy McGregor recently celebrated her 95th birthday milestone with Warrina staff and cousins Denise Grainger and Barbara McGregor and was showered with gifts and flowers. Dorothy was born at home at 36 Glady Street Innisfail on January 19, 1926 and had an older brother Frank who died in 1973. Dorothy was educated at the Central State School, then known as Innisfail State School. When Dorothy first left school she worked at the Telephone Exchange and later, Woolworths. Like many families during World War Two, they lived in Brisbane for a while and the Hardys went with them. When she came back, Dorothy returned to work at Woolworths. She later moved to Sydney along with Mary Hardy and worked at Anthony Horden's. After 12 months she returned to Innisfail and worked at Harris Bros for the next eight years where she sold materials and haberdashery. She said Harris Bros was a very friendly place to work and shop owners Bert and Norm Harris were lovely gentlemen and treated their staff well. Dorothy clearly remembers there were no cash registers in those days. "An invoice was prepared for every sale made, sent up to the office in a chute and then the invoice came back with the change." Her next stop to work was in Mackay and then Rockhampton where she worked for Stewarts and used to travel to Sydney to purchase fabrics. She stayed there for 18 months before going back to Sydney where she worked in the fabrics department of Mark Foys which was a beautiful store for those times.

Due to her parents' ailing health Dorothy returned to Innisfail. At the time, work was not easy to find, but she worked for Mrs Sue Yek at Tangvilla and later at Innisfail Carpet Centre for George and Ruth Squarci. Dorothy has lived most of her life in Innisfail. She enjoyed playing bowls and at one stage was Providore of the Innisfail club. As age and aching joints came along, sadly she had to give up the game. "The biggest changes throughout my lifetime were

every family having a car as I had a few, the introduction of television and seeing the amazing things computers can do." She loved her lawn bowls and in her younger days could sew beautifully and is known to have a dab hand with sketching and being a very good mimic. Dorothy came from a generation that didn't have much and credits her longevity to "healthy eating and not consuming too much processed food."

Dorothy McGregor recently celebrated her 95th birthday at Warrina Innisfail aged care home with cousins Barbara McGregor and Denise Grainger

Cassowary Coast Domestic and Family Violence Service (CCDFVS) Supporting women and children affected by domestic and family violence. If you or someone you know is currently experiencing, or has experienced domestic and family violence, support is available. The CCDFVS is able to provide: • Adult and Child counselling • Case Management • Court Support • Crisis Intervention • General Support • Assistance with DFV orders • Safety Planning and Risk Assessments • Assistance with security upgrades • Advocacy • Information and • Referral services

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

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

Tully Support Tully Support Tully Support Centre News Centre News Centre News with with with

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54 Bryant 54 Bryant Street, Tully Street, - Tully 4068- Tully 1004- 4068 54 Bryant Street, 4068 1004 1004

Your time is precious

THIS week I would like to talk about time. In particular how we use our time. Our time is limited. It is the most precious thing we have to experience, offer and invest. We are well reminded to stop and smell the roses. To not be so busy that we miss the little things in life, those moments that slip away in a cloud of paperwork, responsibilities, and social pursuits. However, we are equally reminded to seize the day. To not allow life’s opportunities to pass us by, a true case of blink and you miss it. Ask yourself. How do I use my time? Can my time and energy be better focused somewhere else? Do I give enough of my time to those around me who need it most? Do I give too much of my time to something – positive or negative? There is no right or wrong way to invest your time. Working, family, studying, relaxing, fishing, volunteering, reading, the list goes on. Each of these is valuable, but so is your time. So how do we devalue our time? Procrastination, avoiding difficult or

unwanted tasks; failing to plan; worrying about things you can’t control; exposing yourself to negative people, and destructive or dysfunctional relationships; dwelling on past mistakes; failing to change behaviours that lead to unwanted outcomes. These are all ways we devalue our time, and ourselves. Choose not to waste time, it is a choice. Plan how to use your time. Decide what is not worth your time or how you can get better value out of your time. It may also help to speak to someone who can help make sense of everything that is going on around you. But most of all value yourself – it’s your time you’re investing. Remember life is astounding, but time is fleeting! The Tully Support Centre is funded by the Queensland Government and services communities throughout the Cassowary Coast. The Centre is located at 54 Bryant Street in Tully; opening hours are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9am to 1pm and 2pm to 4pm, and Wednesday 9am to 1pm and 2pm to 6pm. To register your interest or more info about groups and other services, please call 4068 1004, check the Tully Support Centre online at www.tullysupportcentre. com.au or follow us on Facebook: ‘Tully Support Centre Inc’.

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Tully local opens up about online hate after viral crocodile video CLARE WATSON CARDWELL has once again been thrown into the spotlight this week because of a crocodile, after Tully local Yvonne Palmer filmed and shared a scary encounter with one of the monsters whilst fishing off a nearby beach. On Sunday morning February 7, Palmer was fishing for barramundi off a beach near Cardwell with her husband when she captured incredible footage of what she estimated was a four to five metre crocodile eating the two sharks she had just caught and had been attempting to release before spotting the crocodile and backing off to safety. “He was really beautiful,” she said. “When he was coming in you could tell he had eyes for those fish only. He didn’t come in aggressively. “I backed away to beside a tree. I knew I had to put something between myself and the crocodile just in case.” The video immediately went viral re-

ceiving hundreds of comments, shares, and thousands of likes, before being picked up by major news outlets and broadcast around Australia. Palmer only uploaded the video to show her family and friends and had no idea of the backlash it would cause her. She began receiving hate messages and accusations from people online, which ultimately led her to deleting the video. “It got picked on down to every single last thing,” she said. She was threatened despite not saying a word against crocodiles and accused of the interaction being a fake set up. “A lot of people were thinking I had baited this crocodile and set up a tripod because my phone wasn’t shaking. Who would do that?” she said. “I have a brand-new iPhone 12, the stabilization is very good!” All locals from the Cassowary Coast know that croc spotting is a regular part of fishing. People were also saying she should have put the sharks back in the water

so they could escape. “If I had put the fish back in, he might have got cranky and thought I was stealing his breakfast.” Crocs can swim up to 60kph and are well known for their fast last-second charges. If you can see a croc, back off, if you do not see a croc, always face the water, and try not to get close. The negative reaction to the video shines a light on the vast lack of education throughout Australia of the lifestyle of north Queenslanders and the croc-related realities they live with every day. “I started replying to these people and I tried to be nice. A lot of my family and friends were not so nice and really stuck up for me,” Palmer said. The crocodile is local to Cardwell and has been particularly curious in the past week. Another video was shared around Facebook only days before of it stalking around a local’s crab pots, again on a Cardwell beach probably looking for an easy meal. Two days after the video, eyewitnesses saw a croc chewing on a sea turtle near the Cardwell Jetty.

In 2020, multiple dogs were taken by a croc off the Cardwell beach, and there are many stories of locals being charged or stalked on Cardwell beaches, including the Port Hinchinbrook Marina. The locals are very croc-conscious and seeing the reptiles around is not unusual. This also isn’t the first time crocodiles have brought five minutes of worldwide fame to the small town of Cardwell. In March 2019, a crocodile fondly remembered as Bismark was allegedly shot, and a memorial service was held for it on the Cardwell foreshore, which attracted media attention from all over the world highlighting the fact that the local crocodile-centric culture is somewhat of a novelty to outsiders. However, many locals do not believe Bismark was the crocodile killed. Palmer urges people not to spread unnecessary hate online. She also says people need to be safe on the beach while fishing. “Be careful and always watch out,” she said.

This Puppy Needs a Name

DISCOUNT Drug Stores is calling on the community to help name a new puppy for Assistance Dogs Australia.

The puppy is the 12th assistance dog that Discount Drug Stores has sponsored for Assistance Dogs Australia, having raised more than $300,000 for the charity across its 131 stores nationally. Carefully selected for his calm and affectionate temperament, the adorable black labrador now needs a name before he can begin a two-year training journey to become a fully qualified Assistance Dog. Starting on his ‘L-plates’, the gor-

Photos taken from Yvonne Palmer’s viral video of the crocodile

geous ‘super pup’ will spend his first 1214 months with a volunteer puppy educator who will provide him with a loving home and teach him the basic skills to become a confident and well-socialised dog. He will then move into higher level training at the National Training School in Sydney, before moving to his life-long home where he will provide the ultimate companionship to an individual or family living with disability. To get involved in the competition and for your chance to win a $250 Visa card voucher, visit the Discount Drug Store website: www.discountdrugstores.com. au/name-our-puppy-2021.

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Renowned dancers become senior teachers at Graham Academy of Dance in Innisfail

THE

Graham

Academy

Dance (GAD) celebrates as

Left to right: Belle Gallagher, Hallie Landsdown, Simona Samuelian, Tara Borg, and Zoe Borgelt. Image courtesy of Cassowary Photographics - Trish Andrews

they head into year 21 in their stunningly located studio in Innisfail, with breathtaking views of the Johnstone River.

and creative second home to all its students, ranging in age from 2yrs to dancers in their retirement.

This year GAD is expanding its Adult Dance Program, and offering Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Singing and Latin classes, and the inclusion of an all-abilities movement and singing class for adults with disabilities. Another addition to GAD this year are teachers Emily Dreyer and Jordan Ortt, who will join GAD’s owner Karen Vick as senior teachers.

The vivacious Emily originates from Sydney. After graduating from ED5 International with an advanced diploma in performing arts, she went on to win a full acting scholarship at Stella Alder in New York, she was midway into her first year when the Covid outbreak brought her back to Australia, then onto accepting a full-time job at GAD for 2021. Singing tuition is new to GAD, courteously of the bubbly Miss Emily, who also teaches hip hop, classical ballet, jazz and contemporary.

GAD has stood the test of time as a successful, and ever-expanding after school program in the Cassowary Coast. Providing experienced and dedicated dance training to generations of children, many of whom have gone on to careers on the stage, in the dance world, teach dance education or now bring their own children to GAD. This dance school is more than just a dance studio, it is an artistic

Jordan has a glossy background in dance, from a contestant on So You Think You Can Dance, to Cruise ship contracts, and touring the US as a professional dancer, Jordan brings Latin, Tap and is headteacher of the new boys’ program at GAD in 2021. Not

Good Counsel Primary School inducts leadership team MARIA GIRGENTI THE Good Counsel Primary School community has started positively with 324 students including 50 Preps who began their educational journey in Week 1. The school has seen healthy enrolment numbers in 2021 with 17 new students from Years 1 - 6 joining the school community. Every student in Prep to Year 4 has one-to-one access to iPads while Years 5 - 6 have access to Chromebooks. Students are offered an excellent academic education in all learning areas. This year's additional academic focus will be English - Writing and Spelling. Student leaders, sports house captains and mem-

bers of Student Council were inducted at the opening school Mass held recently at Mother of Good Counsel Catholic Church. The beginning year Mass held on February 5 was attended by a small number of parents/carers, grandparents, and friends who were able to join in the celebration. During the ceremony, Preps and new students were welcomed, and Year 6 Student Leaders received their badges after they were blessed by Parish Priest, Fr Kerry Crowley. This year's school captains are Frankie-Rose Tagget and Timmy Pham, and the sports colour house captains are: Sienna Di Carlo and Jordan Blundell (Clancy); Hayley Schramm and Phoenix Di Carlo (MacKil-

all boys like sport, some are born to dance, be on stage or perform in front of an audience. This new boys program is for them, and as a professional male dancer Jordan brings experience and inspiration to the classroom. GAD’s motto for 2021 is “Never regret anything that makes you smile”. Dance makes everyone smile, and no matter what your age, ability, experience, or dance knowledge is; GAD would have a class suited to you, your child, grandchild, parent, or grandparent. If you have ever wanted to learn to sing or brush up on your singing skills, come and learn with the wonderful qualified, passionate, and talented young teacher, Emily. 2021 is the year to get your dance shoes back on or go buy some. If you would like any info on any of the classes at GAD’s email; enquire_gad@hotmail.com.

lop); Jemimah Conroy and Declan Sinton (Marcellin) and Lydia Ungil and Adam Redding (Polding). Tayla O'Brien, Rose Jordan, Emileeya Solowiej, Jarrod Goodes, Gurmaan Singh and Lincoln Fay are members of the Student Council. Year 6 Mini Vinnies and Executive will be officially inducted and receive their badges on Friday 12 February. Ash Wednesday will be celebrated on February 17, followed by a Prayer Assembly on February 19 to mark 200 years of Catholic Education in Australia. The first Catholic school in Australia was founded in October 1820 by Irish Catholic priest Fr John Therry and run by convict and lay person George Marley. It is believed the school was in Hunter Street, Parramatta and taught 31 students. Further information on GCPS can be found by contacting 4063 0600, via the website www.gcps.qld.edu. au or by visiting Good Counsel Primary School Facebook page.

Good Counsel Primary School Principal Liam Kenny and Parish Priest Fr Kerry Crowley with school captains, sports colour house captains and Student Council representatives who were officially inducted at the opening school Mass

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SCHOOL

Welcome to School Preps! Alison Green (teacher aide) and teacher Lynette McLeish with Silkwood State School Preps: Kyah, Benji, Emily, Matilda, Elli and Kholben

Teacher Heather Maskell with Innisfail State School Prep students

Right: St John's School Silkwood Prep students Skyla Flanders, Mary Bryan, Kisara Kumar and Ruby Faulks

Ingham State School Preps

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BE HEALTH SMART

Friday, February 12, 2021

Ladies – just for you

BALANCE

WOMEN’S HOLISTIC HEALTH SYMPOSIUM A Natural Approach to a Healthy Life Balance

21.02.2021 Brothers League Club – 1pm – 4pm 28.02.2021 Mission Beach Resort – 1pm – 4pm Relax your mind, Rejuvenate your body

Tickets $20 – Bookings essential For more information contact Wendy Ghidella 0437 087 318 Sponsored by Life Ur Way Disability Services

IF 2020 has taught us anything, it’s that our health is the most important thing we have. That’s why 2021 is the perfect time to make it a priority. And it’s exciting to bring the first ever Women’s Holistic Health Symposium to the Cassowary Coast. Holistic Health is a balanced approach to life. It focuses on the whole person and emphasises the connection of mind, body and soul. As women, our natural instinct is to put others first, often ignoring our own health. Do you feel tired, have poor eating habits and generally feel run down? It’s time to give yourself some attention – your health deserves it. We have guest speakers presenting on a range of topics including nutrition, naturopathy, supplementation and your immune system, fitness, meditation and relaxation, aroma therapy, yoga and massage therapy. Sunday, February 21, 2021, at Brothers Leagues Club, Innisfail, from 1.00pm and Sunday, February 28, 2021 at the Mission Beach Resort from 1.00pm. The Symposium is being sponsored by Life Ur Way Disability Support Services. A registered NDIS Service provider for the Cassowary Coast.

BACK IN MOTION CHIROPRACTIC PRACTICE HOURS: INNISFAIL

Monday - Friday, 8.30am to 6pm, Rising Sun Building, Shop 1, 27 Owen Street, INNISFAIL. Phone: (07) 4061 2225 Email: admin@backinmotion.net.au

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Tuesday and Thursday, 9am to 6pm, 1 Watkins Street, TULLY. Phone: (07) 4068 2225 Email: tully@backinmotion.net.au

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An informative and fun afternoon for women of all ages, with prizes and giveaways, you won’t want to miss it. Bookings are essential. Tickets are only $20 and can be purchased from Life Ur Way Disability Services, in the Innisfail Food Emporium Arcade, and from the Mission Beach Visitor Information Centre, 55 Porter Promenade, Mission Beach. Please note there are no eftpos facilities, so please pay cash. For more information contact Wendy Ghidella 0437 087 318.

We are pleased to welcome the return of Dr Nick and are excited to have Dr Daniel join our team. We now have three Chiropractors, Podiatrist, Massage Therapist, Naturopath and soon an Iridologist and Acupuncturist. DANIEL SNIDER hails all the way from San Antonio, Texas. He graduated from New Zealand College of Chiropractic and has a Pre-medicine degree from undergrad in the USA. Daniel chose Chiropractic because he could see that more could be achieved to help people function and adapt to the  Daniel Snider and Dr Nick Ahearn everyday stresses that could be affecting their lives. He loves providing care for all walks of life with a strong emphasis on sports athletes. Daniel has played soccer since he was 4 years old, playing through school and university. He has played at a semi/professional level for the Houston Dynamo reserve team has played in New Zealand for Albany Football Club’s division 1 team. When not in practice you can catch Daniel at the beach, bush walking, camping and playing soccer. DR NICK AHEARN graduated from a Bachelor of Health Science from Victoria University in 2011 focusing his studies on Exercise Physiology. He wanted to be able to help people regain their health through exercise. He found his passion for chiropractic and wanted to help people by incorporating exercise, nutrition, and chiropractic and transferred to RMIT in 2012. In his final year of chiropractic, he was lucky enough to travel to Cambodia and provide volunteer chiropractic care to the villages in Kampong Thom. He says “This was a great experience as I was able to help those who really needed to be under chiropractic care.” In his spare time he enjoys watching the AFL, running and surfing to keep active.

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Set yourself realistic goals to loose weight FOR many people, now is a good time to evaluate your physical and mental health and reflect on the changes you want to make this year. This leads to more than half of people make resolutions tied to their health. Some will try to kick a bad habit, while others will try to pick up a good one. Either way, getting the courage to make a healthy change is the first step. Making significant, long-lasting change is hard, however. Habits are easy to fall back into because they provide a sense of comfort. The challenges, changes and stresses of the pandemic may have you hesitating on what resolutions to make for 2021. As you reflect on your resolutions, it’s important to spend time preparing, planning and setting a SMART goal to position you for long-term success. SMART goals are: Specific: Eating healthier sounds like a

good idea. But what does Losing one kilogram per it really mean? Aim for week is a realistic and specific goals instead, sustainable goal. such as eliminating soda, Trackable: Choosing eating five servings of specific, measurable vegetables a day or goals means you can limiting your daily sugar track your progress over intake to 30 grams of time. Write your efforts added sugar. down in a journal or track Measurable: Make them on an app so you your goal one you can can see how far you’ve measure. Walking three come. days a week is a goal Remain confident, be you can track. A goal of patient and stay focused walking more is not so on your goal. Soon you easily measured will be on your way to Attainable: Avoid a healthier lifestyle this aiming too high or year. too low. Think like Goldilocks and find a goal that feels just right. Realistic: Losing five kilograms a week sounds great. But it’s an impossible goal that likely will leave you discouraged — and more likely to give up on your efforts. Choosing realistic goals that you can meet will reinforce your efforts and keep you  Alisa Klein with her horse moving forward.

RECENTLY Maddy Houston from Brisbane, visited Tait’s Family Martial Arts to do a seminar on patterns on behalf of Taekwondo Queensland. Students from both Innisfail and Cairns attended the five hour seminar. Maddy Houston has been training for 19 years and has trained under Master Damien O’Flaherty, and is currently 5th Dan Bo. She is a Head Instructor of Factor10 Martial Arts in Brisbane, the Chairperson of the Australian Taekwondo Queensland Poomsae Performance and Judging Committee, and an Australian Taekwondo Poomsae Referee. She has been competing for 16 years, where she has been on the State team since 2005, and has won multiple national championships across individual

poomsae, team poomsae and freestyle poomsae (along with many other coloured medals). She is a Commonwealth bronze medalist in team poomsae (2014 Commonwealth championships) and competed at the 2016 World Championships for freestyle. She made a few other Australian teams between 2014-2019 and has been fortunate to compete in a few different countries. Outside of Taekwondo she has a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science, Graduate Certificate of High Performance Sport and is currently completing a Master of High Performance Sport. At Tait’s Family Martial Arts you will have the opportunity to be trained by world class martial artists.

The Chameleon Approach to the Body

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REAL ESTATE

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Country living in style UTCHEE CREEK Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Agent: Manuela Siliato, 0428 835 994, Campbell RE Price: $560,000 neg.

ONLINE AUCTION

WEDNESDAY 17 FEBRUARY

On instructions from Govt Depts, Administrators, QLD Police & Private Vendors

LIVE ONLINE AUCTION - 9AM START GENERAL GOODS & CHATTELS

POLARIS 800 CREW SIDE BY SIDE, VEHICLES INCL. RENAULT HIGH ROOF LWB VAN, SMALL PLANT & EQUIPMENT, 2 X CROWN 2.5T FORKLIFTS, EVENT SPEAKERS & LIGHTING, OFFICE FURNITURE, SHELVING, SAFES, LOUNGES, COMMERCIAL CATERING, BBQS, 2 PERSON CANOES, SURF SKI, MIG WELDERS, COMPUTERS CONTROLLED SOCIAL DISTANCING VIEWING TUESDAY 16 FEBRUARY 9AM - 6PM AT 401 SHERIDAN STREET, CAIRNS NORTH PLEASE NOTE: NO AUCTION DAY SITE ACCESS, LIVE ON LINE ONLY Visit our Website to Create Your Account for Online Bidding & subscribe for our Flyer & Catalogue - www.quaidauctioneers.com.au Note: A 15% Buyers Premium will be added to the knockdown price of each lot sold. This is a (GST Incl.) Sale

AU C T I O N E E R S & VA LU E R S

401 Sheridan Street, Cairns North - Phone 4051 3300

THIS property ticks a lot of boxes! Situated in the Utchee Creek area on 5.18ha with views over rolling hills. 4 Bedroom, 2 bathroom home with a massive shed with extra shower and toilet. The home is open plan designed and has a very well appointed kitchen. A large all weather outdoor area invites

FOUR BEDROOM DWELLING IS RIGHT IN TOWN

land area 1603 sqm

you to sit and relax and enjoy the views. The home is tiled throughout and is easy to maintain. A 6 KVA Solar system helps to save on power bills. The 8 bay shed comes with shower and toilet and a huge work space for the man of the house. The property is fenced into 2

paddocks and has also established rambutan trees. Primary school, family friendly pub, general store and the award winning tourist attraction Paronella Park are nearby. If you are looking for a rural change without missing out on the mod cons, then this property is a must to inspect.

GREAT FIRST HOME OR INVESTMENT PROPERTY

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

3 1 1 land area 810 sqm • 3 bedroom masonry block home. • Fully tiled throughout. • Air conditioned main bedroom and living area. • Open plan living. • Colorbond shed at rear of property $185,000 - List #1303 http://aarealty.net/property/1303/

Contact Fran on 0401 191 258

Contact Kylie on 0428 944 563

A HOT BUY INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY!!!

* * Expressions of Interest * *

Corner Bruce Highway & Cowley Creek Road, Cowley Instant Cash Flow - Banana Farm / Cattle Land

3 1 2 land area 800 sqm Corner Block Open For Inspection “This Weekend By Appointment” - Call To Book In: 0410 008 918. This is a rare opportunity to buy a presentable 3 Bedroom Masonry Block Home at a very affordable price. It is advisable to book in an inspection very soon – a home like this will not last long on the Market. This gorgeous home will suit a Savvy Investor, its neat and tidy appeal and location, has the making of an ideal home that would attract the rental market or could be a perfect abode for a retired couple, a young family or first home buyer looking for a low priced and low maintenance home. This home is definitely one cute package and is ready for you to move in for only $160,000. Weblink: http://aarealty.net/property/1205/ Contact Connie on 0410 008 918

Total Land Area: 105.02 Ha = 259.51 acres* This includes 62 Ha* under bananas, 32 Ha* cattle land. The property includes two homes and eight sheds with the banana section being fully fenced. There is a quarry for extracting soil and decomposed granite and a licence for extracting river sand (for farm use only). Two water licences, 270kW solar system, machinery and equipment.

‘Expressions of Interest’ Close 4pm Wednesday 3rd March 2021

Inspections available by appointment. *approximately List #1276 * All oﬀers will be presented to the Owners. * An oﬀer may be accepted prior to closing date.

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For Further Information Contact Alf on 0418 774 849

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

GRAND FAMILY HOME

EAST PALMERSTON – HIDDEN TREASURE

This 5 Bedroom semi set home makes the perfect home for A larger family. There is plenty room for everyone. 3 toilets, 2 bathrooms, large informal and formal Lounge- and dining rooms. En-suite to the main bedroom. Large all weather outdoor entertaining area plus shed. Only minutes drive to the Innisfail CBD. School bus service. Incredible value at $415,000 neg.

Good sized liveable shed on 4369m2. Open plan kitchen/dining and lounge area. Separate bedroom, Bathroom and toilet. Indoor laundry. Best of all is the deck at the rear with glorious views over rolling hills and grazing land and never ending cool breezes. A fully lockable shed is part of this very attractive property. Fully fenced and separated into a paddock with room for a horse or two. Call us today for more information $320,000 neg.

PHONE MANUELA ON 0428 835 994 CRITERION HOTEL SOUTH JOHNSTONE

If you love to meet people of all walks of life, Like to be your own boss and want to live in a small Community, then this is the perfect business for you. This pub is on a very busy road with the South Johnstone Mill and Paronella Park just up the road. The business has a commercial kitchen and provides accommodation upstairs. The large beer garden is perfect for functions. Call us for more information. $470,000 neg.

PHONE MANUELA ON 0428 835 994

COUNTRY LIVING WITH STYLE

5.18ha (approx. 12.8acres) of land, 2 fully fenced paddocks. Rambutan orchard, 2 dams, large shed, gorgeous country views. Features of the home: - 4 Bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (incl. shower and toilet in shed). - Well appointed kitchen (induction cook top, electric wall oven) - En-suite to main bedroom - Tiled and air conditioned throughout - 8 bay shed (toilet and shower). Suited for a few heads of cattle, horses or just grow your own fruit and vegies. $560,000 neg.

PHONE MANUELA ON 0428 835 994

RARE OPPORTUNITY – ACREAGE BLOCK, 2 TITLES

2.76ha with country outlook at the fringe of town. A natural rise on the block makes for the perfect spot to build your Dream Home. The block has 2 titles, has plenty of room and offers opportunity for a variety of home designs. Power to the front of the block. Don’t wait and miss out. Give us a call today. $290,000 neg.

PHONE MANUELA ON 0428 835 994

MODERN HOME

IDEAL INVESTMENT

BEACH LIVING

In a prime location in Innisfail this solid concrete masonry block home, rendered on the inside, features large open plan living. Is fully air conditioned, has many built-in cupboards, security screens, separate office and rumpus room. Also includes a lock up garden shed and is fenced. Price = $520,000.

Situated just a short walk to the centre of town off the main road, this house features: Two bedrooms, both have split system air conditioners, ceiling fans and genuine tongue and groove timber walls. The house is situated on the far side of the allotment so there is heaps of room on the left side of the lot to build a shed. Price is $149,000.

* Short walk to the beach * 4 Bedroom home * Some Air-conditioning, built in cupboard * Fully tiled throughout * Separate lounge & dining room * 1 lock up car accommodation * 723m2 of land * Short Walk to local primary school * Boat Ramp Nearby * Good Sturdy House. PRICE = $280,000.

PHONE JOHN ON 0408 611 455

POLE HOME ON 2.7 HECTARES

This is a truly magnificent property. It features three bedrooms, all with built in cupboards, polished timber floors, open plan living leading onto the large timber deck with spectular views of the Great Dividing range and country side.This property is situated just 5-10 minutes west of Innisfail in a quiet cal-de-sac with bituman road frontage. Contact John Strano today to view this beautiful property. Price is $320,000

PHONE JOHN ON 0408 611 455

HIGH ON THE HILL

This valuable property situated just 5-10 mins north west of Innisfail is unique for its location. With miles of 360 degree views of rolling hills and rainforest surrounded by cattle properties. The home features 4 bedrooms all with built-in cupboards, the main bedroom has its own ensuite and walk in robe, also the home is fully air conditioned, the L shaped living area is fully tiled as is the rest of the home throughout. There is also a breezeway area leading onto the BBQ area and the glorious inground pool. Property also has Solar panels with a 5Kw inverter. The property also has its own water supply. Price is $480,000.

PHONE JOHN ON 0408 611 455

Campbell Real Estate 34 Edith St, Innisfail Ph 4061 1455 www.campbellrealestate.com.au

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Drink driving, Innisfail POLICE have charged a local man after a traffic intercept on Friday evening (February 5). The man was intercepted on Fitzgerald Esplanade at about 11.30pm, and allegedly returned a reading of 0.143 per cent breath alcohol concentration (BAC). The 31-year-old man was expected to appear in the Innisfail Magistrates Court on February 8, charged with drink driving.

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A 26-YEAR-OLD local man is expected to appear in the Innisfail Magistrates Court on February 22, after several incidents in Innisfail on Saturday afternoon (February 6). It is alleged that the man was involved in a verbal altercation with another person in King George Memorial Park at about 12pm, before leaving the area. Police also allege the man then moved on to an address on Howe Street, Webb about 30 minutes later where he caused a disturbance, swearing and kicking empty cans around. The man has been charged with two counts of commit public nuisance.

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Results of road safety Drink driving, operation O’Briens Hill announced AFTER a traffic intercept on Sunday evening (February 7) AT O’Briens Hill, police have charged a Gordonvale man. It will be alleged the man was intercepted on the Palmerston Highway at about 7pm and returned a reading of 0.115 per cent BAC. The 30-year-old man is expected to appear in the Innisfail Magistrates Court on February 22, charged with drink driving.

Possession of knife, Innisfail

LAST week saw the closure of Operation Sierra Noella, the Queensland Police Service (QPS) road safety campaign targeting high risk behaviour on our roads throughout the Christmas and New Year holiday period. During the seven-week operation, which ran from December 9 to January 29, 37 lives were lost on our roads, compared to 20 during the previous holiday period. Acting Chief Superintendent Ray Rohweder expressed concerns at driver behaviour on Queensland

A30-YEAR-OLD South Johnstone man was intercepted around 4.50am on Knorre Hill Road, Eaton for a roadside breath test. During the intercept officers observed what appeared to be two handguns in the front footwell of the vehicle. Upon further inspection it was determined the weapons were gel blasters, however it will be alleged a large knife was also located in the vehicle. He was issued with a notice to appear for possessing a knife in a public place, and is scheduled to appear at the Innisfail Magistrates Court on March 1. Police want to remind gel blaster enthusiasts of correct storage and carriage of gel blasters FROM February 1, 20201, changes were made to Queensland legislation in relation to replica firearms which includes gel blasters. The legislation details: • Replica firearms, such as gel blasters, will not be classified as a firearm or category of weapon • Replica firearms do not require a licence or need to be registered with Weapons Licensing • When not in use, gel blasters must be stored securely, for example, in a locked cupboard or a bag, but not

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roads which not only resulted in a high number of lives lost, but also significant number of serious injuries. “More than 1,700 people were injured in crashes across the holiday period, an increase of more than 200 on the same period last year,” Acting Chief Superintendent Rohweder said. “A large portion of these injuries have consequences that people will have to live with for the rest of their lives.” Police detected 150,851 offences on the roads, an increase of 21,265 in the 2019/20 holiday period. Acting Chief Superintendent Rohweder said speed remained the biggest offence committed on our roads. “Nearly 15,000 infringements were issued to speeding drivers while almost 125,000 more were detected by speed cameras,” he said. “Speeding infringements were up by 31 per cent compared to last year, despite repeated appeals from police and an increasing number of lives lost.” Of 145,525 roadside breath tests conducted, 2,133 drivers were detected over the legal limit. “Drug driving still remains a problem on our roads,” Acting Chief Superintendent Roheweder said. “Of 4,391 drug tests conducted, more than a quarter of drivers returned a positive result. These are very disappointing results and police will pay particular attention to drug driving during the next few months.” Acting Chief Superintendent Rohweder continued to express frustration at the selfish actions of drivers that put the lives of others on the road at risk. “Our police see these reckless actions and their consequences every day,” he said. “The decisions you make on the road can affect your life and the lives of those around you so it’s up to individuals to take responsibility. We need a collective effort to change this behaviour because one day a crash could affect you or someone you love.” To-date in 2021, 29 lives have been lost on Queensland roads, an increase of 17 on 2020.

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Pokkah Boeng is a minor disease but it can look bad and can cause alarm when it occurs.

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‘Pokkah Boeng’ disease will grow out WITH the humid and wet weather we have been getting since January, the crop is growing well, along with everything else including the lawn at home! Looking at some of the district's crops over the past couple of weeks, the signs of a leaf disease known as ‘Pokkah Boeng’ are showing up just about everywhere.

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have come in and chewed the top of the cane.

It usually occurs in certain varieties around this time of year when hot, humid conditions occur and everything is growing so well.

There is no real cure for Pokkah Boeng; the crop will simply grow out of it as we move into the season, and where extreme damage has occurred the crop will produce new growth to replace it.

Roughly translated, Pokkah Boeng is an Indonesian term meaning “tangled or twisted top”, which is exactly what the symptoms of the disease look like.

If growers are worried about this or any other issue with the crop, please contact TSL on 0400 586 968 or TCPSL on 0429 022 702.

This disease usually occurs early in the season and is caused by a fungus called Fusarium monoliforme, but it has been called Pokkah Boeng for a long time now. Many different Fusarium fungal species can affect plants. This particular Fusarium seems to affect certain varieties like Q253, which is one of the faster growing varieties as new growth occurs rapidly. Classic symptoms start with a yellowing or a chlorosis at the base of leaves and as new leaves emerge and start to unfold, they become twisted and tangled. In severe cases it can look like a knife cut on the leaf and from a distance, it can look like a mob of cattle

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Silkwood Clay Target Club February shoot results SILKWOOD Clay Target Club held their monthly shoot for February on Sunday in hot and humid weather conditions with no breeze to provide a reprieve.

B - Equal 1st: Sandra Crapella and Alex Seawright 25/25

Emma Thurston aged 15 is an upand-coming shooter who is impressive when under pressure by the older shooters. Her father gave her a new gun which Emma has been putting to very good use with some very impressive scores on Sunday.

Event 2: 50 Target Point Score

Thurston finished second in the Handicap event which meant she beat 40 other shooters to gain that result which is quite impressive considering she has only been shooting for 4-5 months. Members are reminded Silkwood Clay Target Club's AGM is being held on Tuesday, February 23 at 6.00pm in the club house followed by a General Meeting. Results were as follows: Event 1: 25 Target Double Barrel Cash Divide AA - Equal 1st: Barry Lansdown, Joe Zappala, Chris Santarossa, Andrew Casella, Jar Smaniotto, Ron Gough and Bryan Sanderson 25/25 A - Equal 1st: Luke Zammit, Frank Scamnello, Nigel Edward and Santo Greco 25/25

C - Equal 1st: Emma Thurston and Neil Worsley 24/25 AA - 1st: Ron Gough 149/150; 2nd: Bryan Sanderson 148/150; 3rd: Paul Crapella 144/150 A - 1st: Peter Threlfall 147/150; 2nd: Mark Martin 141/150; 3rd: Santo Greco 141/150 B - 1st: Liane Robertson 149/150; 2nd: Mario Raccanello 145/150; 3rd: Rob Draper 144/150 C - 1st: Peter Neilsen 144/150; 2nd: Neil Worsley 142/150; 3rd: Emma Thurston 136/150 Event 3: Handicap 1st: Frank Scamnello 32/32; 2nd: Emma Thurston 31/32; 3rd: Josh Collins 28/29 Event 4: Continental AA - 1st: Mark Stella 52/52; 2nd: Ron Gough 51/52 A - 1st: George Bugeja 33/33; 2nd: Peter Threlfall 32/33 B - 1st: Mario Raccanello 25/25; 2nd: Nick Pattinson 24/25 C - 1st: Peter Neilsen 20/25; 2nd: Emma Emma Thurston finished second and Frank Scamnello was the winner of the Handicap event at the monthly shoot held on Sunday Thurston 19/25

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Macknade Bowls PLAYED on: February 4 2021, Social – Triples: LUI Marbelli, Andrew Cole, Kerryn Haupt def Brett Haupt, Coral Gard, Ross Fichera 17 to 10. Elsa Piotto, Anna Fudriga, Trevor Fox def Mario Marbelli, Francesca Rosadi, Len Schifilitti 21 to 13. Played on: February 7 2021 Social – 4s: Lui Marbelli, John Eyre, Marie Thompson, Kerryn Haupt def Jack Thompson, Trevor Fox, Ross Fichera, Dwain Piotto 20 to 10. Social – 4/3: Steve Maggiora, Anna Fudriga, Jack Righetti def Mario Marbelli, Len Schifilitti, Sue Gough, Pam Fox 18 to 13.

Babinda Bowls Club WINNERS of social bowls on Thursday were Jim Martinod and John Sheehan. Runners up were Jim Azzopardi and Gavin Blee. Good to see new players getting into the winning circle. Names in by 1.00 for 1.30pm start next Thursday. Open pairs winners on Friday were Joe Vella and Les Holland over Bill Price and Les Maxwell. Graded Pairs winners on Sunday were Jim Martinod and Bill Price over Gavin Omodei and John Sheehan. Games for next weekend, Saturday 1.30pm: Graded Pairs - Les Holland and Ron Omodei vs Brandon Smith and George Tsakissiris.

Tully Bowls WEDNESDAY Night, Feb 3: A very good night for the six players who played in humid conditions. Team 1 Ray Downing/JoanneTownsend/Rita Hudson v Team 2 John Taylor/Pauline Edwards/Joan Mercer. After 18 ends the result was a draw! Sunday, Feb 7: Another hot day, but 18 bowlers braved the conditions and had an enjoyable afternoon. Team 1 Mary Bacic, John Jones, Avis Ray (8) v Team 2 John Brown, Val Zamora, Pam Staier (8); Team 3 Peter Smith, Judy Hood, Ron Senini (13) v Team 4 John Taylor, Michael Knight, Rita Hudson (15); Team 5 Ray Downing, Pauline Edwards, Gordon Williams (7) v Team 6 Robyn Brunello, Bev Harrop, Joan Mercer (7). Second Round. Team 1 (8) v Team 4 (6). Team 2 (16) v Team 5 (8). Team 3 (11) v Team 6 (4). Winning Team Was John Brown, Val Zamora and Pam Staier. Afternoon tea was held after the game. Any New Players are always welcome to come along and have a try. We have coaches at the club to assist you. Club phone no is 4068 1230. Our AGM is being held on Sunday, Feb 14 - please come along and support your club. Cheers!

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Ingham Bowls OPEN Singles 2019 (Catch up game): Peter Herman defeated Allan Hodson. Barefoot bowls, Thursday February 4: Winners Buck Buchanan, Anne Barron, John Lone, Alf Di Bella. Scores: Buck Buchanan, Anne Barron, John Lone, Alf Di Bella defeated Trish Johnson, Audrey Scott, Maria Moore, Luisa Di Bella 22 to 7; Aaron Smith, Andrew Cole, Tom Newsam, Stan Cotton defeated Malynda Cole, Steve Rickett, Jill Bell, John Piotto 17 to 1; Anita Norton, Michael Bube, Glen Torrisi defeated Danny Chappell, Roger Celotto, Carmen Mugica 14 to 10; Julie Hemmet, Chris Johnson, Bob Bell defeated Amanda Griffith, Robin Fascetti, Stan Richards 12 to 6. Men’s pairs, Friday, February 5: Winners Gary Brierley, Pat Ryan. Scores: Gary Brierley, Pat Ryan defeated Stan Cotton, Peter Herman 25 to 14; Kevin Lawlor, Tony Serra defeated John Holmes, Ren Cantatore 24 to 13; Bob Bell, Tony Koop defeated John Eyre, Cliff Johnson 18 to 7; Andrew Cole, Mario Marbelli defeated Stuart Scott, Phil Kite 17 to 14; Russell Petersen, Allan Hodson defeated John Eddleston, Ian Muldowney 16 to 15. Social mixed bowls, Sunday, February 7: Winners Kay Rotondo, Russell Petersen, Tony Koop. Scores: Kay Rotondo, Russell Petersen, Tony Koop defeated Kevin Lawlor, Jan Craven, Peter Herman 28 to 8 - 22 points to 5 points; Roger Celotto, David Horsley, Ren Cantatore defeated Michael Bube, Alf Di Bella, Elsa Piotto 22 to 10 - 18 points to 9 points; Bob Bell, Luisa Di Bella, Cliff Johnson defeated Grace Cockrell, John Piotto, Allen Torielli 16 to 10 - 18 points to 14 points; Maria Moore, John Eddleston, Rico Basaglia drew with Bev Eddleston, Len Mahon, Andrew Cole 13 to 13 - 15 points to 12 points. Tuesday, February 9: Bar open 4pm to 6pm Men’s pairs, Friday, February 12: names in to the club by 1.45pm; ring 4776 2117. Game starts at 2.15pm; bar open. Ingham Bowls Club vs Cutheringa Bowls Club, Saturday, February 13: Two games, one in the morning, the other after lunch. Players please be at the club by 9 am. Bar open. Social mixed bowls, Sunday, February 14: names in to the club by 12.30pm; ring 4776 2117. Game starts at 1.30pm; bar open. Selectors: Pat Ryan, Peter Herman. Bar: Michael Bube.

Friday, February 12, 2021 Fenoglio, J Casanovas, N Evans 21 – 18. Social play: M Moore, C Wickens, P Miguel 20 v R Doherty, J Colson, E Piotto 11. Three Player ‘Cut Throat’: L DiBella 83 v B Eddleston 79, C Wickens 51. Competition next week, Wednesday, February 17: R Doherty, M Moore, A Rutherford, C Wickens v G Cockrell, L Dibella, L Melvin, E Piotto; W Coe, K Rotondo, J Craven, S Ryan v J Colson, B Eddleston, I Mahon, P Miguel. Social bowls for all other players. Thanks, Sandy.

Innisfail Men’s Bowls LAST Thursday 32 bowlers took to the green in hot and humid conditions for social bowls. The team of Graeme Anderson, Albert Holder, Sam Pagano and Lou Fedalto were convincing winners of the day. On Saturday it was great to see 19 bowlers on the green for mixed social games. A great display of bowling was on show last Friday afternoon in the club singles games. In A grade Alf Strano played well to defeat Bob Chaplain 27 - 11. After 33 ends Sam Micale overcame Sam Pagano in a 25 - 24 thriller, with the lead changing continuously throughout the game due to some great draw bowling. In B grade club singles a never-say-die attitude was shown by both winners. Ted Dorrington gave away a 12-point lead to overcome Warren Sinclair 25 - 23 after 31 ends. John Kremastos also gave away a 12-point lead in his game against Peter Smith and earned a hard-fought 26 - 24 win. It was great to see very close games from some of our newer members. There are some club competition games on this week, however more games need to be played as soon as possible. If they are not played while the green is still available, they will have to be played elsewhere. Please advise the Games Director if you are available to play.

Innisfail Ladies’ Bowls INNISFAIL Ladies enjoyed a rain free afternoon on the green on Wednesday for an afternoon of social bowls games. Louise Hoskins, Jan Edgerton and Ann Rule 18, defeated Eileen Hamann, Dell Steve and Jan Dunn 12. Sue Morrison, Pam Anderson, Vera Rowe and Joan Atkinson 22, defeated Lyn Stevenson, Helen Paterson, Diana O’Brien and Marcia Ryall 10. Ladies will enjoy another game at Innisfail next Wednesday and will play at Silkwood Bowls Club on February 24.

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The ladies welcomed Dianne Wheeler who will join the club after three coaching sessions.

THE first round of the Club Championship 4s was held, and in an exciting game the team of W Coe, K Rotondo, J Craven, S Ryan narrowly defeated M Spano, J

It was great to have three of the club’s senior ladies, Joan Andersen, Audrey Rackley and Eileen Bowden in attendance.

Silkwood Bowls Club THE week at Silkwood Bowls Club Sunday, February 7: Morris Pedrola, Mirella Beryman and Alan Hudson def Denise Charman, Jean Messina and Gloria Murphy 29/12; Dan Dunne and Tony Cates def Barry Green and Delmo Tarditi 25/20. Social Games, Wednesday, February 10: “Dutchy” and Beverly Marsden def Delmo Tarditi and Russ Marsden 24/12; Anna Della Bella/Barry Green and “Tim” def Toni and Gavin 21/16. Friday Night is our traditional BBQ and Barefoot Bowling; starts at 6pm. For those who want to experience the fun and challenges of lawn bowls—we offer free coaching lessons. Age is no limit. Our contact no is 0459 211 552; in doubt of play give us a call. All are welcome. A little reminder: SBC members and those who want to join us, yearly membership fees are $100.00. Existing members please pay before the AGM, Sunday, February 14. For second club members the yearly

Innisfail Ladies bowlers had fine weather when they recently took to the Innisfail green for their first roll up in 2021

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was Rob Milini with a 69 nett. NTP winners were 2/11 Audrey Gower and in the men’s was Noel Wagner, who also won the pin on 5/14. Pin winner on 7/16 was Rob Milini, with the player of the day Mick Davis on 9/18. Once again thanks to our sponsor Hotel Tully for hosting a great day.

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Next week's competition is a single Stableford sponsored by Maurie & Cathie Smith. Thursday’s 9-hole Sporters comp was well won by Mike Kennedy with 21 points, with Mike Ellicott taking out the 6-hole with 15 points. Graham Lauridsen and Rob Milini won the rundown, with John Mackenzie taking out the putts with 13. NTPs 1/10 & 3/12: Rob Milini 2/11, 7/16 & 9/18. A Grade was won by Jim Boston 5/14, Mick Davis 9/18, C Grade was Ando.

GOLF Results, Saturday, February 6

Tully Golf Clubs Monthly Medal sponsored by Hotel Tully: Thirty-five players turned out for the first Medal of the year, with the course looking in great nick. The skies opened up but it didn't stop our winner Mick Davis from shooting a great 77 gross score and a 62 nett. Mick was a comfortable winner from Noel Wagner with 68 nett in second place beating out Jim Boston on a countback also on 68 nett, and rounding out the placings

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TUESDAY’S comp had a larger field of players ensuring they ‘still had it’ after several weeks’ rest. Winner

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and R/up was a ‘family affair’, with the Marlands taking 1st and 2nd places: Paul won with 36 points and Liz on 34. NTP winners: #2/11 Graham Roberts; Ladies #5/14 Marie Pavan; approach shot on #9/18 Dot Corrin. Saturday was our 1st Monthly Medal comp, sponsored by Brothers Leagues Club Innisfail. Men’s Winner: Neil Wormsley on 61 Nett, with R/Up Jamie Smith (on a c/back to Gavin Camilleri) on 62. Ladies’ Winner: Jo Bishop with 71 Nett, with R/Up Liz Marland on 75 Nett. NTP results: All In #2/11 Jamie Smith; All In #4/13 Paul Topper; Ladies’ #5/14 Marie Pavan; Men’s #6/15 Peter Carter. We thank Brothers Leagues Club for their trophies to the winners on the day. This Saturday we are playing a Single Stroke event with a reminder that our opening weekend is next Saturday and Sunday, February 20 and 21, sponsored by Golf World Cairns. Timesheet is at the Club. Tee off times: 11.30 - 12.54, or contact Jo Bishop on: Mob 0418 317 262 or email bishjo@gmail.com.

Innisfail golfers enjoying fine weather IT has been great to see the cyclones have veered off course away from the coast and Innisfail golfers are enjoying some sunshine. The club's 3G teams are doing a magnificent job mowing, spraying and whipper snipping to showcase Innisfail course. If there are members who can spare an hour or two each week, please contact Andrew Rose to lend a helping hand.

kept up his good play to shoot a solid 39 points, closely followed by Mick Wilkinson and Luke Peters on 38 points.

The match committee has changed the length of the Golf World Medal of Medals to align with our financial year. So, in 2021, the finalists for the Medal of Medals will run from December 2019 until June 2021. This will align with IGC's membership dues at the start of the financial year. This year there will be at least 19 finalists.

A field of 15 players ventured out to play a Wednesday All Sporters over 9-holes. Ian 'Doonga' Rule and Jeff McGrath played very well to post 21 points in the 12.00pm group, while Kevin Walsh went out at 3.00pm and shot the same score.

There was a fantastic turnout for the Australia Day Stableford Day sponsored by Innisfail Golf Club and congratulations to Best Dressed member Jim Ferguson. It was a great day with some barbeque snags before the round to boost energy levels before play. Matthew Barclay

Australia Day Stableford 26/01 1st: Matthew Barclay 39pts 2nd: Mick Wilkinson 38pts c/b 3rd: Luke Peters 38pts 4th: Jamie Scullen 36pts c/b 5th: Ian Street 36pts

Wednesday All Sporters 27/01 1st: Kevin Walsh 21pts c/b 2nd: Jeff McGrath 21pts c/b 3rd: Ian Rule 21pts The 12pm groups in the Friday Sporters 9-hole competition got off to a great start and were able to finish the round. Rauno Lehtsalu played to his handicap to shoot 18 points and John Abbott ran

Winner of 9-hole Wednesday All Sporters, January 27, Kevin Walsh

in second place. The 2.00pm group were halted by the rain and missed out. Friday Sporters 29/01 1st: Rauno Lehtsalu 18pts 2nd: John Abbott 16pts A field of 40 players were out on the course for Saturday's sponsored In Electrics 18-hole Stableford in near perfect conditions. It seems the A graders are getting their eye in during the soft conditions. Trent Mann has been in some great form of late, backing up a one under round last week with a par round this week and shooting 37 points. Ian 'Fly Boy' Saunderson was also impressive with 37 points. Dave Cameron and Mark Moss visitors to the course from Survivor Golf were in the morning field. Cameron picked up the Eagles nest on the 17th hole rolling a chip in for two from just off the green. Chris Calleja posted his best round since re-joining the club, with a hard fought 39 points but there was one just one shot better. Jake Cockle found some form, which had been missing for some

Rauno Lehtsalu, winner of Friday Sporters competition on January 29

time to shoot a par round 40 points. In Electrics Stableford 23/01 1st: Jake Cockle 40pts 2nd: Chris Calleja 39pts 3rd: Trent Mann 37pts c/b 4th: Ian Saunderson 37pts 5th: Aman Singh 36pts *Note: Members are advised that flags are to remain in the hole and there is sanitiser available on each NTP, if you get the pin shot. The match committee is in the process of signing up for the MiScore App which is part of MiClub. When finalised, members will be able to download the app and purchase a yearly subscription for $16.50. Please watch this space for more information to come. Our Junior golf co-ordinators are in the process of finalising some documentation to commence our junior golfing year. The club has organised Luke Newman from Drummond to visit Innisfail on the last Friday of each month to assist with our Junior Development Program, starting this month.

Matthew Barclay was the winner of Innisfail Golf Club's Australia Day Stableford

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Take a seat while I read the NRL’s tea cup leaves SO with the New Year brings new hope, and in my case, it shall bring a new wave of players in the NRL who should deliver. Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to your local clairvoyant reading where I give you all the answers you seek - like who will win the title, who will win the Origin and more importantly, who will take home the hotdog eating comp. As I look through my mystical crystal ball that has served me well by predicting COVID, the Emperor's return in Star Wars and the fall of Vegemite Cheese in the last year, I can see the first change of the National Rugby League that will take place earlier in the year 2021. First and foremost, without further ado, I give you the NRL team that will come in at last place and travel to Brisbane to collect the wooden spoon for this new season: it will be (drum roll) the St George

Muriata Illawarra Dragons. They have lost a lot of players, but not just your average ones, but good quality game changers that the club helped build. To all my friends who support the red V, except you Piero Tenni, please take this as my sincerest apologies for making your team come last. Now, to the other teams that will be joining them on the bottom end of the competition ladder. If your team makes this list, please call the paper and request a meeting with yours truly to change my mind, otherwise, sit down and take a seat. My first victim is the Sharks of the Sutherland Shire, who in recent years have played like the Dolphins - such was their disappointment. Next teams to fall out of favour by Uncle Shane’s magic Nostradamus predictions will be the North Qld Cowboys, West Tigers and the Parramatta Eels. If you’re planning on buying new NRL gear this coming season, then folks, forget about getting anything with this lot’s logos on it. They will be roaming around the bottom for much of the year and will eventually look more useless than King Kong buying Mr Bean's car. The Cows just don’t look likely to me, and now that Jake Clifford is looking more like on the outer, to me their fate is sealed.

The Eels and the Tigers haven’t even looked remotely like an NRL team in a few years, so betting on them to feature in September is a gamble I’m not about to make. The Warriors of New Zealand will be the biggest movers along with the Knights and Broncos after a season from hell they would all like to forget. With Kevin Walters back in the saddle, the club will bounce back in a big way. The Warriors and Knights will finish top five in my opinion, and could possibly go further with the Panthers making a run like they did last year to the grand final. The big movers for this season will be the most unlikely duo since Batman ditched Robin for Meteor Man in 1983, and that’s the Canterbury Bulldogs along with the Gold Coast Titans. Both teams will be chomping at the bit after a post season review that has cleaned out their cupboards with new staff and players, so these guys will have something to prove. I really hope the Titans can be a force, because in order for Qld Rugby League to be at full strength, we need all of our NRL teams firing on all cylinders. The Raylene Leo led Green Machine that is the Canberra Raiders will once again challenge for the title along with the pride of the league, the South Sydney Rabbitohs who will have an array of superstars on their books. Speaking of dodgy books and overpaid players, the Roosters will also be hard to beat for the flag as they always seem to find the right mix come time for the payoffs, I mean playoffs. The team to come second will be the mob everyone loves to hate, and that is the much hated, grated, baited and

Friday, February 12, 2021 much hated (yes, I said it again), the Manly Sea Eagles of Brookvale Oval. They have built an impressive roster, and if they can get it right, then they will give me another reason to hate them if they win the title. Last but not least, the team that will win it all and then some. It’s the one team over the past 15 years that has stayed constant in winning under the master Craig Bellamy, it is the team we all hate, and it is the team that we never tip, yes, that is the Melbourne Storm. This team knows how to win, because unlike my hobby of sewing and collecting socks, theirs is winning all the time. So there you have it, straight from the horse’s mouth, the crystal ball, the tea leaves in the cup or even the UNO cards, they have never failed me. Bring on the NRL, I must say.

Innisfail & District Netball puts a call out for more players MARIA GIRGENTI INNISFAIL & District Netball Association recently held two Sign On days with their final one to be held next Tuesday, February 16 from 5.00pm to 6.30pm. Senior and junior registrations are open and can be done by downloading the free Netball Connect phone app or by clicking on Register link via webpage for Netball Connect website, register as a New User and follow the prompts. Junior registrations are $170 while seniors are $210, and anyone requiring assistance with registration can ask a committee member at the final sign on day. Senior players aged 17+ years are needed for teams of eight to play in the upcoming season with fixtures set to get underway on February 23 and completed team packs and registrations must be finalised by February 16. IDNA is looking for boys and girls aged 5 - 10 years to take part in NET and SET GO programs which are held at Bessie Spiller Courts on Tuesdays from 4.45pm. Players will have an introduction to netball, ball skills, movement on the court, shooting, coordination and having fun. The cost for NET is $100 for one term only and SET GO is $150 for two terms.

Netball is much more than just a fun way to keep fit in a team environment. It's all about forming new friendships, building confidence, as well as the many health benefits as it works on fitness, endurance, balance, coordination and strength. Any umpires that officiate for teams this season will benefit from participating in the Marlin Coast coaching and umpiring clinics hosted by IDNA being this Sunday, February 14 from 9.00am 12.30pm at Good Counsel College CHC Centre, Alice Street, Innisfail.

Netball. All associations in the zone will compete against each other with the first round to be played in Cairns on February 28 and second round on March 28 where each team will play three games. IDNA is a registered for FairPlay vouchers with Round 4 applications now open which close on March 17. Eligible families can apply for a voucher of $150 per child for children aged 5 - 17 years,

which can be used towards sport and recreation membership and registration costs. To check eligibility, visit the link https:// www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/fairplay/apply. For further information and updates please check out Innisfail & District Netball Association Facebook page or contact Christine Mayer on 0407 676 187.

The cost of the clinics is $10 per person and is open to players aged 11 17 years and umpires of all ages. The coaching clinic will be run by Heather McLaren and B Grade umpire Cherie Jackson. Anyone interested in attending these clinics can register by contacting Leisa Spinella on 0436 477 974. A netball gala day will be held at Bessie Spiller Courts on February 19 for Under 12s age group to take part in district trials and from this an Innisfail district team will be selected. A large contingent of players from IDNA started training sessions at Bessie Spiller Courts and two teams (13 & Under and 17 & Under) will be fielded in the Premier League and Junior Premier League competition run by Marlin Coast

Leisa Spinella with Innisfail & District Netball Association local players who have started training at Bessie Spiller Courts for the upcoming Premier League and Junior Premier League competition in Cairns being run by Marlin Coast Netball

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Innisfail United Football Club women's teams hit their straps at training

Innisfail United players and coaching staff Harrison Corica,Yoel Jogiono and Amber Overton are searching for the next generation of female soccer stars in the Cassowary Coast region and are encouraging girls aged Under 13 and older who have an interest or passion for the game to come along to training MARIA GIRGENTI INNISFAIL United Football Club Premier Women's and Premier Reserves teams have started pre-season training with a good turnout of 22 women put through their paces at Castor Park, Mourilyan. Both teams had a good hit-out at their first training session and Premier Women's coach Yoel Jogiono said the core focus during pre-season will be on improving general fitness, strength and conditioning, as well as plenty of high intensity ball work to improve skills so players can be more competitive. Innisfail United are one of five clubs who have nominated teams to play in the inaugural Kappa Women's Super Cup, the female version of FFA Cup, next month. Players are also hoping to gain valuable game time with one or two pre-season games against a southern team

such as Ingham or Townsville in a home and away clash. Senior players Jordyn Howell, Jessica Sinton, Jonelle D'Urso, Kayla Turner, Lisa Bensi and Malorie Howarth are yet to return, however it is hoped they will be back in the Premier Women's team before the start of the season. After a year's break, Bianca Borg is returning to the Premier Women's reserve team, which also welcomed two new players Jordann Lyons and Izzy from Tully. Premier Women's Reserves coach Amber Overton said last year the Premier Women's reserves underwent a rebuilding phase with a brand-new squad consisting of many younger players and a mix of new and older players. "We now have a solid platform to build on this season and will always be striving for self-improvement," Overton said. "While we may not have achieved the

Innisfail United women's teams take part in six-a-side games at their first training session

results we desired, as the season progressed, the girls were matching the top teams with our performances. In their debut year of competition, the team was thrilled to make the finals in what was a challenging year." "Our aim is to keep developing the younger players coming up through the Reserves to bolster our ranks so we can be a great support to the Premier Women's. In a remote and regional community such as ours, it is difficult to retain talented players, as once they turn 18 many girls move away to the cities for work and to pursue tertiary studies." "Female participation is paramount, and the youth competition provides a great pathway from juniors which will help bolster our senior women's team and promote the next generation of female football players." Girls aged 14 and 15 in the Cassowary Coast region and north to Babinda who may have played football in junior

clubs or only played the game at school are encouraged to come along to training. Those girls who have not played before but have an interest in the game, as well as mature aged women who may not have played for a while and want to return to the game are also welcome. Training for both women's teams has commenced and is held at Castor Park, Mourilyan on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6.15pm to 8.00pm. The season kicks off on April 10 with most of the women's games to be played on Friday nights both home and away. For further information on playing soccer or to be part of the United Football Club family, please contact Paulo Di Carlo on 0408 253 762, email: innisfailunitedfc@gmail.com, or send a message via Innisfail United Football Club Facebook page.

Innisfail United Premier Women's coach Yoel Jogiono provides instructions during the women's teams first training session at Castor Park

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Innisfail Thunder Ladies cricket team defeat Mareeba Cricket Chicks MARIA GIRGENTI IN Round 11 of Cricket Far North fixtures, Innisfail Thunder Ladies hosted Mareeba Cricket Chicks on Sunday and a victory by the home side has the team now sitting second on the ladder. After winning the toss, Innisfail sent Mareeba into bat first where they reached 7/95 after 21 overs. Amy Hunter finished with 2/13 (6 overs), Sharon Bradford 2/12 (4 overs) and Mackenzie McAvoy with 2/16 (4 overs). In reply, Innisfail got off to a solid start before the loss of two quick wickets and then steadied the ship before more wickets fell but an unbeaten knock of 15 not out by captain Sharon Bradford helped steer her side to victory with 7/96 (24). Amy Hunter was the second top scorer with 14 runs and Mackenzie McAvoy chimed in with 13. Mission Beach/Tully Level 3 Jimmy Maher Cup Blue cricket team headed to Innisfail on Saturday and it was great to see everyone so keen to get on the field and looking forward to playing some great cricket. This week's shoutout goes to Kade Corby for taking two wickets and a ripper of a catch, Ryan Hurst (42 runs) for his great batting partnership with captain Brendan Verri (51 runs) and Danté van Vuuren for bagging four wickets and only conceding three runs in 4.5 overs which was a great birthday present. Mission Beach/Tully came away with the win and it was wonderful to see so many of the younger players stepping up and playing good cricket whilst having fun. Mission Beach hosted Innisfail who travelled to MARCS Park for a game on Saturday morning, however due to unfavourable weather conditions the two coaches had to call the game off as the wicket was too wet, slippery, and unsafe. Some quick thinking to make the most out the situation and the first MARCS Park mixed Big Bash took place. Mixed teams with parents included were organised and the trusty backyard cricket game took place. Everyone had fun with the Blasters gear and there were some interesting new rules made up too.

It was great to see the two junior teams mixing and turning it into a positive experience. There were some classic catches and slides from the kids, as well as a couple of pulled hamstrings from the adults. In Round 1 of inaugural T20 Barrier Reef Big Bash played at Griffiths Park last Friday, Cassowary Coast all-rounder Rhys Camilleri starred with the bat for the Badgers scoring over a run a ball with an unbeaten 42 not out (43 balls) and finish with 6/126 from their 20 overs, while Cassowary Coast all-rounder Luke McAvoy picked up 1/16 (2 overs) and two catches. The Badgers defended well and had a convincing win of 55 runs over the Hurricanes after they only managed 9/71 (20 overs). Round 13 Cricket Far North senior results: A Grade - Griffiths Park 1, Manunda Saturday, February 6 Cassowary Coast 165 (37) (Tajinder Vicky Kumar 33; Leon Walker 32)

Innisfail Thunder Ladies captain/wicket keeper Sharon Bradford bagged two wickets and finished with an unbeaten 15 with the bat

defeated by Rovers 188 (42) (Luke Corlis 4/36 (9) Luke McAvoy 3/34 (9) Leon Walker 2 catches) 2nd Grade - Griffiths Park 1 - Sunday, February 7 Cassowary Coast 154 (39.1) (Daniel Bradford 29 (17) Matthew Smart 22) defeated by Rovers point)

(9/200) (win with 1 bonus

(Arun Singh Mann 3/29 (7) Liam Conomo 2/14 (4) Matthew Smart 3 catches) 3rd Grade Blue - Griffiths Park 2, Manunda - Sunday, February 7 Cassowary Coast 9/96 (35) (Brendan King 22 (21); Alan Candow 20) defeated by Rovers 6/210 (35) (Shane Fawkes 2/33 (4); Arvind Singh Freda Walker at the crease during the Innisfail Thunder Ladies batting innings 2/40 (5))

Mission Beach and Innisfail Thunder junior cricket teams had a blast playing in Mission Beach/Tully Tier 3 Jimmy Maher Cup Blue players Kade Corby, Ryan Hurst, mixed Big Bash game at MARCS Park after their game was called off due to wet Brendan Verri and Dante van Vuuren had a great game against Innisfail on Saturday weather

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be species specific if in decline and acknowledge there is a bull shark problem.

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The estuaries are clearing and it was not difficult to find decent water quality over last weekend. Despite this, generally the fishing for barra and jacks was tough. There were some great fish caught in the estuaries jetties and wharfs but it was far from champagne fishing. I absolutely blanked out on Friday however we caught four nice barra on Sunday afternoon and evening in the Hinchinbrook Channel. The Jackson Prism has become my go to big fish lure and it accounted for a 70cm and another barra well up into the high 90s. She was released quickly so as to give her the best chance of survival. There is plenty of bait both in the coastal creeks and in the Hinchinbrook Channel so the barra will arrive soon. I feel a lot of fish are still well up in the fresh water; lots of barra are being caught around the entrances of the feeder creeks into the main rivers. Late afternoon is the prime time for this style of fishing, with the water temperatures rising through the heat of the day. Of course it can also pay to be there first thing in the morning and to beat other anglers to the spot. Take care - crocodiles frequent these same areas so be careful.

great boating conditions this weekend which if correct, will hopefully allow boats to travel out to the main reefs. In the estuaries either side of the mid morning high tide will suit those wishing to target grunter on the flats or along the edge of the drop-offs. For most, either side of the late afternoon low tide will suit chasing barra in the estuaries. Don`t forget the crab pots. Good Fishing!

Catches of mud crabs have been consistent in most of the coastal estuaries especially Hinchinbrook.

Roly Newton Tackle World Tully

At the time of writing this report the forecast is for

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RoLy Newton

THE reasonable weather conditions over last weekend allowed the larger boats to travel out to the main reefs. Good catches of coral trout have been very consistent especially around the bommies in the slightly deeper water. Jigging micro jigs and soft plastics have been working very well for trout especially if conditions allow for a slow drift. Jigging has become extremely popular and allows boats to cover more country quickly. Nannygai are still hit and miss, however those that are persisting are getting some very good catches both from in the shipping channel and the deeper water around the outer reefs. Closer in around the islands the fishing is starting to improve as the water clears. There have been plenty of bait schools with mostly tuna and trevally feeding on them; try high speed spinning with metal slugs such as the 40gram Arma anchovy - this lure is a similar size to the bait. Bottom fishing has mostly been producing grass sweetlip, island trout and the odd tusk fish. The grunter and fingermark are becoming more plentiful as well with some great catches from the Hinchinbrook area. Unfortunately sharks are a massive problem with several boats complaining that they couldn't land a fish for the sharks. A real tragedy when you are talking about a species such as a fingermark It really annoys me that we keep hearing reports that sharks are on the decline; anyone that spends time on the water knows that this a load of you know what. Certain shark species numbers may be in decline, but the bull sharks certainly aren't; they are in plague numbers and getting more aggressive by the day. Researchers should look at whether there is a link between the rise in bull sharks and the drop off in numbers of other shark species (if there is any). It has got to the point that I am now doubting their research; they need to balance their statements. We all know there is a problem with massive shark numbers, they need to

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Junior players gain from touch football development clinic

Junior touch football players from Innisfail and Tully at the development clinic run by national championship winning coach Col Beckitt and his Vipers A grade team MARIA GIRGENTI THIRTY-FIVE aspiring youngsters from the region participated in a junior touch football development clinic at Wangan Sports Complex run by award winning coach/ mentor Col Beckitt and his Vipers junior development team, including Queensland and Australian representatives Tallulah and Indianna Tillett. Last year, four girls from Innisfail, Summer Phair, Skye Barba, Lily De Brincat and Hannah Dryden travelled to Cairns every Thursday to train and then play for the Vipers team which competes in the Cairns A-grade women's competition. This is the first time the Vipers junior development team in the Cairns A grade women's competition have been to Innisfail. Targeting junior players aged 12 -15 years, the clinic was arranged by Innisfail junior touch secretary Kathryn Dryden and parents. Beckitt bringing the clinic to Innisfail was a fantastic gesture of encouragement to junior players in the region and demonstrated a positive and inclusive team culture. Tully Touch Football Association President Maria Crema said they were thrilled to receive an invitation for their players to attend the professional clinic and are hoping Beckitt can run one in Tully. Col Beckitt, a National championship winning coach and Queensland representative said the focus of the clinic was to teach basic skill sets, mastering those skills and general fitness. "These skills such as fitness, hand/eye coordination and game speed can assist with many other sports such as rugby league and union," he said. Beckitt first started playing social touch football with his brother in his 20s and from there he was selected for representative teams and was a coach and player before hanging up his boots after 2014 to focus on coaching. The Tillett sisters, who are proud Torres Strait Islander girls are now living in Cairns with Tahlulah making her debut for Queensland schoolgirls in 2015, then went on to play in Elite 8s before debuting for Australia.

Her younger sister Indianna made her Queensland debut in the schoolgirls team in 2017 and then for Australia in 2018. In 2018, Tahlulah Tillett and her younger sister Indianna also made history as the first two sisters to represent Queensland Cowboys Touch Football and it was the first time, they both took to the field together at the National Touch League championships at Coffs Harbour. "I’ve been fortunate enough to be able to represent Queensland and Australia in touch football, while in rugby league, I have also been fortunate enough to represent quite a few teams including the Women’s Indigenous All Stars team in 2017 who had their maiden win," Tahlulah said. Touch football and rugby league has provided both girls with plenty of opportunities both on and off the field across codes and great camaraderie. "Now our main goal is to give back to the sporting community and help pave the way for the next generation of touch footballers."

Trials for Under 10 - 14 boys and girls teams were held last week at Wangan Sports complex for those who nominated to compete at Junior State Cup representative carnival in Townsville from April 16 - 18. Age divisions for the junior season will be Under 6, 8, 10 and 12 and after registrations close on February 8, if there is not enough interest in starting the competition in mid-February then it will commence in July. Cost of the junior season will be $70 and played for around 10 - 12 weeks on Monday nights. A family-themed competition will be held this season with the aim of encouraging younger children aged 8+ and their parents to play together and each team must always have two adults on the field. Adults in the family competition can also play in the mixed competition on the same night. For more information on the family teams, please contact John on 0408 005 723. Anyone requiring any other information on junior touch, please contact Brendan King on 0457 132 392 or visit Innisfail Touch Association Facebook page.

Col Beckitt with players during the junior development touch football clinic held at Wangan Sports Complex