2021 Newspaper Edition January 15

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Doug was very grateful for the award and thanked his team for their support, saying that he was delighted that a small team from Innisfail was recognized for the great effort they put in every day. As an award winner, Doug received a trophy, a certificate and $2,000.

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Member for Hinchinbrook Nick Dametto, whose electorate covers part of the Cassowary Coast area, said: “On behalf of Hinchinbrook, I would like to congratulate Doug on his fantastic achievement and long time service to ratepayers in the Cassowary Coast as a leading hand at Cleanaway. Our waste disposal crews often perform a job few want to take on but everybody appreciates just how vital it is.”

Well done Doug!

Cleanaway leading hand Doug Crocker accepted his STAR award for Exceptional Customer Service alongside colleagues.

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Aviation facility to disrupt Mission Beach tranquility FALLON ROOCKE A MEETING of around 150 residents was held on Wednesday, January 13, with residents braving heavy rain at MARCS park to discuss concerns and contradictions surrounding a proposed helicopter base at Mission Beach, due to be voted on by Cassowary Coast Regional Council next week.

Residents, tourism operators, business owners and local real estate agents have voiced fears about the proposed Tully-Mission Beach Road aviation facility.

Concerns surround the impact the development would have on the World Heritage environment and wildlife, including cassowaries, as well as property prices, tourism and disruption to the tranquil, laidback lifestyle that goes hand-in-hand with Mission Beach.

Liz Gallie of Mission Beach Cassowaries said: “We hope the council will listen to the concerns raised by the public. We fear that inappropriate developments are impacting the character of our beautiful Mission Beach and losing the magic, along with our sense of community identity,” said Gallie.

C4 president Peter Rowles said “there has been a lack of clarity around the development application by Victorian-based Kestrel Aviation, and contradictions between it and the planning report to the Council, causing reason for concern.”

“There is still insufficient information for an informed vote on this deferred application when it is presented at Thursday’s Council meeting,” Rowles said.

Much of the conflicting information deliberated whether the base would be a tourism venture, using light helicopters to ferry visitors between Cairns, Townsville and the offshore islands or if, as stated in the planning report, Mission Beach would also be a base for heavy-lift helicopters used in firefighting and emergency services.

Calls by C4 to Kestrel Aviation to gain clarity on the development proposal have not been returned to date, leaving concerned community residents to draw their own conclusions.

“We are not against new business – we encourage economic growth of the Cassowary Coast region. But this proposed location for any sort of noisy helicopter

base, big or small, will have a negative impact upon existing businesses, residents, tourists and wildlife.

There are aviation facilities available at Tully and Innisfail, and both of these sites provide a better option,” Rowles said.

Rowles made a point of welcoming local Division Three councillor Trudy Tschui, who came to listen to the meeting on council’s behalf. He encouraged everyone to read the development application and planning response, to note inconsistencies, contradictions and omissions, and to email councillors with their concerns.

Petitions with around 750 signatures asking the Council to refuse the development application were presented this week. Representatives of C4 and Mission Beach Cassowaries also made a deputation to the whole Council on Tuesday.

Rowles said, “Mission Beach is the centre of tourism on the Cassowary Coast, so this development has implications for the whole region. We understand that there are both pros and cons for a development like this, and we hope that council will take our concerns into consideration before the vote.”

Concerned community members gather for a public meeting to discuss the Kestrel Aviation development at MARCS park in Mission Beach on the 13th of January.

This week's meeting, organised by Community for Coastal and Cassowary Conservation (C4) to address community concerns

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Australia Day events encouraged in Cassowary Coast region ON AUSTRALIA Day 2021, Cassowary Coast Regional Council will be delivering events across the region to encourage the community to come together to reflect, respect and celebrate- because “we’re all part of the story.” The day’s festivities will commence with the Cassowary Coast Australia Day awards, which includes awarding the Citizen of the Year Award. The event will also welcome our new Australian Citizens with a Citizenship Ceremony. Mayor Mark Nolan said he was proud to have the opportunity to recognise our local heroes on Australia Day. “In the past year our nation has faced fire, flood, drought and the coronavirus pandemic. It has been a tough year for us all and we have had some inspirational community members who have stepped up to contribute to our great region and the day is the perfect time to pause and give our thanks. Council has partnered with local community groups to throw Australia Day pool parties. The pool parties will be held at Innisfail, Mission Beach, Tully and Cardwell. The pools will offer free entry, entertainment and prize giveaways. Due to covid restrictions, admission to the Australia Day award and citizenship ceremony are strictly ticketed. Tickets are free and interested guests will need to register before the event at www.trybooking.com. Please note that no tickets will be available at the door.

The Australia Day Pool Parties will be held at: · Innisfail Memorial Baths- 10am to 2pm. · Mission Beach Aquatic Centre- 10am to 4pm. · Tully Pool Facility- 10am to 2pm. · Cardwell Pool Facility- 10am to 4pm.

(Normal entry conditions and parent/child ratios apply. A covid-safe plan will be in place for the events).

Tully vs Babinda wettest town rivalry continues - latest figures WHICH is the wettest town - Babinda or Tully? According to the official Bureau of Meteorology figures in 2020, it was Tully, but only by a narrow margin over the year. The Tully Sugar Mill station recorded 3289.7 millimetres of rainfall over the 12 months of 2020, while at the Babinda Post Office, 3242.3mm fell into the gauge, a difference of 47.4mm. No doubt this year’s rainfall numbers will be again watched closely, as Babinda hopes to regain its claimed ‘Australia’s Wettest Town’ status in 2021.

Mission Beach Library closed for renovations

MISSION Beach Library will be closed temporarily for up to eight weeks to allow for stage two of renovations at the facility. The upgrade is part of Council’s plan to provide infrastructure that meets current and future needs while also providing access to enhanced education and learning. Division 3 Councillor, Trudy Tschui said the last operating day for the library would be Saturday, January 30, with renovations planned to commence from Monday, February 1. “These renovations will build on the great work that was already completed in mid-2020 to improve facilities at the Mission Beach Library which saw the installation of a disability access ramp and new automatic doors,” Cr Tschui said. “Renovations being undertaken as part of stage two include improving disability access, installation of a new meeting room, which will be available for public bookings, improved public areas with new desks for study or laptop users to utilise and refresh of the interiors with new wall painting, carpet, shelving and furniture including more comfortable seating.” Until its reopening, reserved items will be able to be collected from the office at the rear of the building on Tuesdays and Fridays from 8:30am to 10:30am. Books can be reserved by logging on to the catalogue at http://library. cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/ or contacting any library on 1300 366 616.

COMMUNITY Residents can also visit libraries located at: · Tully, 34 Bryant Street, Tully Qld 4854. · Cardwell, 4 Balliol Street, Cardwell Qld 4849. · Innisfail, 49 Rankin Street, Innisfail Qld 4860.

Contact numbers and opening times can be found on Council’s website http://www.cassowarycoast.qld. gov.au/locations-and-hours.

Innisfail Touch Association INNISFAIL Junior Touch Association is putting a call out for nominations for boys and girls to compete in the Junior State Cup North, to be held at Sports Reserve/ Queens Park, Townsville from April 16-18, 2021. Innisfail is hoping to attend the carnival and are looking for nominations in Under 10s Girls and Boys, Under 12s Girls and Boys and Under 14s Girls and Boys, and some of these teams also need coaches. Anyone interested in playing or coaching, please contact Innisfail Touch Association's junior sub-committee coordinator Brendan King as soon as possible on 0457 132 392 for more information. Nominations close on February 3, 2021.

Friday, January 15, 2021 tails if you would like to hear back from us); and 3. Hit send and Council will receive an email with details of your request.

The free app which can be downloaded on Android or iPhones can be used Australia wide, with GPS information sending your request to the relevant Council.

Hinchinbrook Shire Council will monitor feedback between business hours and action requests appropriately

Halifax floods

Hinchinbrook NIB Mayor thanks emergency services and volunteers FROM Cr Ramon Jayo, Hinchinbrook Shire Mayor: “Happy New Year everyone! I wish you all a very safe, successful and prosperous year ahead.

Hinchinbrook certainly started the year swimmingly with major flooding in the Lower Herbert straight up. I applaud the resilience and preparedness of our community which was demonstrated by the small number of requests for assistance received by our Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG) during this event.

The fantastic community spirit always excels, as willingness to assist family, friends and elderly neighbours is carried out without question. I would like to mention our local volunteer SES unit, our Local Area Wardens, Council staff, Police, Firies, Ambos, and Swift Water Rescue personnel for the assistance rendered to the LDMG. Thank you on behalf of our community, your efforts have gone a long way in keeping us informed, safe and assisted throughout the monsoon event. I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank everyone who assisted during the flood event caused

by Ex Tropical Cyclone Imogen. Remember that one flood does not make a wet season, so we need to remain vigilant and prepared as the next event seems to be on our doorstep. Now is the time to restock your emergency supplies and kits.”

Flying Fox Management WE have experienced increased bat activity in recent days. Council is continuing with activity to ensure that roosts are not re-established including early morning disturbance activities where possible. Dispersal activity while rain is occurring is very problematic and not productive. Staff have been significantly curtailed in their ability to disperse over the recent inclement weather period. Council will continue its work in that regard. Legal requirements must still be observed, and Council is dealing with such issues to ensure on ground activity to dissuade re-establishment can continue to take place.

‘Snap Send Solve’ app use encouraged COUNCIL staff are currently inspecting all infrastructure and assets throughout the Shire to ensure maintenance and rectification issues are met. You can assist this process by reporting any issues you may observe through Snap Send Solve. This is a free app you can download. The Snap Send Solve app enables residents to report issues including litter, hard waste, parking, street cleaning, trees, noise, potholes and make general requests or provide Council with general feedback using this app rather than the traditional means of contacting Council by phone or visiting the office.

How it works: (after downloading the app onto your smartphone): 1. Users take a photo of the issue e.g. pothole or other issue or incident; 2. Include a description of the problem (and your de-

In the Hinchinbrook region Halifax experienced the brunt of the flooded water.

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Was Lucinda Consulted?

FALLON ROOCKE ON Tuesday the 15th of December, the Hinchinbrook Council voted on the removal of the stinger net at Lucinda Swimming Enclosure adjacent to Borello Park. This stinger net was installed back in 1997, with 17 years of community and tourist use, making it an iconic status in the community.

Councils resolution to this matter; “to permanently remove the Lucinda Swimming Enclosure (net and posts) due

to the poor cost benefit to the broader community and unacceptably high risk to staff and members of the public that cannot be negated in any meaningful way.”

Over recent years, there have been reports that the stinger net is not being utilised due to the mud and silt that accumulates in Lucinda. And while this has been an ongoing topic and point of concern for council over the years, back in 2014 the community of Lucinda objected as a united front that the stinger nets

Call for more members: Ingham Leukaemia Foundation THE INGHAM branch of the Leukaemia Foundation held their annual Christmas HOY/Cent Sale at the Ingham Bowls Club. Eighty-six people attended and many left with great prizes donated by members (eight of us), family and friends. Without your support we could not have these functions. Unfortunately as we have no way of knowing what 2021 will bring, we can only hope for a better year.

At this stage we have made no plans for future functions; our group is getting smaller, three of our members now live in Townsville and our local ladies all have various health problems. We urgently need new members to keep our group going and we are asking once again if

there are any of you out there who would consider joining us, membership is only $5 and our meetings are very social.

With too many of our local people having to stay in the Freemasons’ Leukaemia Village in the Townsville Hospital grounds, we wish to continue supporting this complex and we can only do this with your backing and support. All monies raised here are sent to Townsville. It's not hard work to be a member; it is usually fun and we meet on a need to basis. So if there are any readers north of ingham that would like to join us, please contact secretary Sandy on 07 4777 9102. Our street raffle winners were: 1st S Quabba, 2nd M Torrisi, 3rd D Bloom.

weren’t to be removed, and the council listened.

In December’s Council meeting, the repairing of the net and poles for redeployment again this summer was discussed and then rejected. Estimates showed that this exercise was likely to exceed $33,000.00 (excl. GST) with no guarantee the net would last the season, or provide the level of service required by either the Lucinda Progress Association or Council to ensure a safe swimming environment for residents and/or tourists at Lucinda.

Lucinda Progress Association were advised by letter on the 9th of November 2020 of Council’s proposed intentions to remove the swimming enclosure at Lucinda due to the ongoing underperformance and costs involved in maintaining the asset, and invited comments if they had any concerns.

In addition to this, on the 4th of December 2020, a meeting was held between Jonathon Pavetto, President of Lucinda Progress Association and Michael Nash, Public Spaces and Biosecurity Manager, to discuss the matter.

Mr Pavetto advised that the Lucinda Progress Association did not support the removal of the enclosure until there is meaningful commitment and progress made on the design and potential funding of a new facility.

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the nets after the community raised their concerns, they have also instated an addendum that ensures a stinger net won’t be reinstalled in Lucinda in the future.

However, to Council’s credit, they have been actively working to promote the Hinchinbrook region as the ideal “Place to call home” with a comprehensive marketing campaign and community upgrades taking place.

Council stated “there is a long history of documented discussions between Council and community over many years, but at the end of the day this was a Council decision based on ‘acceptable risk’ and Council’s duty of care to members of the public which could not be adequately abated.”

Modifications made as part of the “Final Trial” installed by Council in 2019, at great expense, was supposed to reduce the likelihood of damage to the net.

However, this only lasted approximately 2 weeks before the net was damaged, and again deemed unsafe.

With much debate between community and council, the outcome is steering away from the communities wish to retain this area at a netted swimming enclosure for locals and tourists.

The first meeting of 2021 on Wednesday the 27th of January will see the Hinchinbrook Council confirm the vote to remove the stinger net. Members of the Lucinda community are encouraged to raise concerns to halt proceedings prior to this meeting if locals are unanimously against this decision.

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The ongoing battle for the golden gumboot SARI HYYTINEN 2020 was a race that went down to the wire and by just 47.4mm, Tully was excited to be the recipient of the golden gumboot. Tully residents were excited to be bride as they have been the bridesmaid to Babinda for years.

This has led to a member of the Babinda community reporting directly to BOM and in Tully the Tully Sugar mill records the rainfall. I have observed on multiple occasions no rainfall recorded at the Mill, but there has been rainfall on that day in Tully.

I wonder if BOM should make a concerted effort to ensure that more accurate reporting occurs in the two wettest towns in Australia?

There have been weeks of rain across the entire wet tropic region covered by the Wet Tropic Times.

Ingham is built on the Herbert River floodplain and has endured significant flooding around the town.

There are homes that could open their front door to a road that was gushing water like a river.

When an Ingham local tells you to buy your home out of a flood zone, then make sure that you do.

Enjoy the photos from around the region.

Please keep your distance from my dog

I WOULD like everyone to know discrimination and slander are against the law. So, everyone talking about me is a part of that. My name is Raymond Walter Anderson and I own a dog, and there has been multiple incidents happening that involves discrimination and slander.

My carer is Jess who has verbal agreement with someone that she is not a guide dog. She has got to get away from stalkers. They have been scaring her by standing over her whilst I am shopping, saying “pup”, “puppy”, or “good girl”. So please keep your distance whilst obeying Corona rules. Touching other people’s dogs spreads the disease as well. I am a well-known person with a good family name. So please no more discrimination.

Raymond Anderson Tully

Darlingia Forest School clarifies its independent school status

WE are opening our school, Darlingia Forest School, at last!

Just to clear up some rumours, we’re not a “special school” or a Steiner school. We’re an approved independent school. We do the same curriculum as other schools in town, but with a small group of students in a home-away-from-home setting.

Darlingia is located at 89 Mourilyan Road, Innisfail, in a house that was previously used for tutoring. It has been approved by the Cassowary Coast Regional Council as well as the Non-State Schools Accreditation Board.

Our school has five classrooms: the kitchen, the garden, the workshop, the town and the outdoors (for example the forest, the beach or the park). All of the curriculum can be taught in those “classrooms” using the equipment/tools that we find there.

With a small group of students, we also have the time to tailor lessons to fit children’s interests and passions. We are a democratic school which means that children have a voice in the decisions that affect them, including how they learn the curriculum content.

While we don’t have the large playgrounds or sports fields that other established schools have, we also don’t have a required uniform or homework, and kids can leave their bags and lunchboxes at home because books, stationery and meals are supplied.

It’s not too late to enrol. Some of our school families tion for the Club. Thanks have moved away from the area which means we do to all who attended the have places available. School fees are $500 per term (that includes all books, stationery, and meals) and we function.

Ingham Travel Christmas Party ON Saturday 19 Dec 2020, Ingham Travel celebrated their Christmas function at the Ingham Bowls Club.

Thanks to Bruno Zatta who cooked the BBQ for their dinner - the steaks were awesome. Thanks to Cliff Johnson and Pat Ryan for working the bar, and thanks to Paul Hallam for filling the fridge and organising the bowls.

Another brilliant func-

Friday, January 15, 2021 have discounts for siblings and can arrange payment plans if necessary.

To enrol, readers can call Darlingia Forest School on 0481 430 585 or come along to our open day Saturday, January 23.

Deborah Schiel Zaini Darlingia Forest School, Innisfail

Beware of ‘Bubble Dwelling’ SOME people enjoy having their local paper/radio/FB Forum full of local content and they are entitled to live that way. Other people enjoy being nationally/internationally informed so that they feel that their vote has a big picture perspective.

The problem for our country is that ‘bubble dwellers’ are more easily misled/mis-informed; a big picture example is the siege on Capitol Hill, Washington DC, USA when a coup was attempted by people described by their Republican Party backers as “patriots” who were expecting an election result, cleared by the courts, overturned. The President’s personal lawyer, ex-mayor of New York urging “trial by combat”. It seems that promises were made to the invaders by Republican senators and House representatives that the election outcome would be overturned because the invaders were confident enough to photograph/video / live stream themselves invading the Capitol building of their country.

Examples of misleading political behaviour in Australia include the government ‘water rustling’ secret, above dam yield releases from Tinaroo Dam for the govt Barron Hydro to dump in the ocean at Cairns, mute and not mute media along with the Qld Dept of NR etc was able to sell this to the bubble dwellers as a smart thing to do.

Another example is the thousands of jobseekers who could be employed meat processing the 1.3-million live cattle exports which include slaughter weight cattle of 500kg.

The example which led to people dying in aged care homes is the blood relative restriction on the carer visa.

Our media/ABC still do not debate these issues on their debating programs.

We have always believed that politicians and political parties have the best interests of Australia and its people at heart. That is not the case; they are interested in power and control. Our media is letting our nation down and much of the motivation is by design.

In the USA it is the lowest level who are going to jail. InAustralia it is the Special Forces who will face war crimes charges for the secret murder of unarmed Afghans. Govt secrecy and dog whistling, hate mongering by politicians, especially religious politicians, inspires bad behaviour by the under-informed, while the politicians with their fat salaries/expenses walk free.

Don Stewart Battery Hill

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John The spectators

Ingham Travel left to right, Alan, Jonathon and Mark

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MARIA GIRGENTI

SOUTH Johnstone Youth and Community Association recently held their annual Monster Christmas Goose and BBQ at Criterion Hotel where over 70 prizes were drawn and spread some Christmas cheer with the presentation of three cheques of $500 to worthy causes.

Two $500 bursaries were also presented to South Johnstone State School and awarded at their annual presentation night.

Australian Volunteer Coastguard QF15 Innisfail Flotilla Commander Neville Duncan expressed his appreciation for the generous donation of $500 by SJYCA. "This contribution is an important injection for the continued operation of the flotilla in servicing the Innisfail and surrounding districts by promoting safety at sea and search and rescue operations, so donations such as this from the community help us in turn to support the community."

St Rita's Scallywags Playgroup, South Johnstone April Riera and Vicki Conomo were on hand to accept a $500 donation from the group. "This is the third year we have received funds from the group, and we are extremely appreciative to SJYCA for their generosity.

"The funds are always put to good use at the centre with the purchase of items for the children and upgrading the facilities so this will go a long way to helping us achieve our plans of establishing a bike track."

A local family from Mena Creek whose son is battling illness was the third recipient to benefit from the

South Johnstone Youth and Community Association President Sam Campbell presented $500 cheques to Neville Duncan - Australian Volunteer Coastguard QF15 Innisfail Flotilla Commander,Vicki Conomo and April Riera, coordinators from St Rita's Scallywags Playgroup and representatives of the family in Mena Creek who are dealing with illness group's generosity which was gratefully accepted by his sister.

South Johnstone Youth and Community Association Incorporated is a not-for-profit organisation which provides help and support for the youth and community, not just in South Johnstone but surrounding areas.

The hardworking committee is Sam Campbell as President, Shirley Vincent (Secretary) and Cath Lucas (Treasurer) who are ably assisted by other dedicated committee members.

They organisation provides help and support by raising funds through membership, donations from local businesses, individuals, gooses and raffles. Monies raised goes back into the community after it is put to a vote by members.

SJYACA have supported thousands of people for many years including Innisfail Meals on Wheels, South Johnstone Local Ambulance Committee, Innisfail Friends of the Hospital Foundation, St Rita's Scallywags Playgroup, Australian Volunteer Coastguard

QF15 Innisfail Flotilla, Etty Bay Surf Life Saving Club and South Johnstone State School.

Goose raffles draws are held on the first and third of each month to raise funds which enables the organisation to support people and essential services in the local community.

The organisation maintains the South Johnstone Community Hall, which is a popular venue for meetings, private functions, tai chi, karate, as well as movie nights by Stratvell Film Society held on the last Friday of the month.

SJYACA wanted to thank the local community for their amazing response to their goose draws throughout the year, especially the Christmas goose, along with all the sponsors who despite a challenging year have been extremely generous with prizes.

For further information and updates, check out South Johnstone Youth and Community Association Facebook page.

Innisfail Probus Club Christmas luncheon

Jan Archer, Judy Edwards, Jean McMillan and Josie Vecchio MARIA GIRGENTI EIGHTY-FOUR Innisfail Probus Club members had a long-awaited gathering last month when they enjoyed a relaxing Christmas luncheon at Brothers League Club Innisfail.

The relaxed atmosphere was complemented by old time background music and a slide presentation of Innisfail over the past decades. This was well received and a special thanks to members Eddie and Maureen Dimech for compiling this display.

A raffle, lucky door, jokes and Christmas Carols 'thanks to Wendy' were all part of the day’s activities.

It was a great day for socialising and everyone took advantage of the opportunity. Thanks to Alan, Lew and Andrea for organising this special day, as well

John Beare, Gaye-Ann Allison, Del Beare and Andrea (standing) Brothers Leagues Club host

as a special thanks also to Marianne, Lance, Josie, Carolyn, Joyce and MC Jim whose input was very much appreciated.

Innisfail Probians hoped everyone had a safe and healthy Christmas season and conveyed best wishes for a happy and prosperous 2021.

Probus Clubs promote friendship, fellowship and fun and welcome retired and semi-retired active members of the community. It’s a great way to meet new friends of similar age and participate in social activities and transport can be arranged for those who need it.

The club's first meeting for 2021 will be held on Thursday, January 28.

For further information, please contact the Secretary on 0429 653 775.

(Seated) Lyn Mifsud, Carmen and Les Picini and Ron Mifsud; (standing) Catherine Caltabiano, Coral Bailiff and Sam Caltabiano

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Innisfail & District Senior Citizens Centre celebrates 30th birthday MARIA GIRGENTI MEMBERS of Innisfail & District Senior Citizens Centre recently celebrated 30 years since their building at the corner of Lily and Owen Streets was officially opened and celebrated the milestone with a special morning tea.

In the mid 1980s, discussions were had with Johnstone Shire Council and pensioners group that met at St Alban's Anglican Church Hall who had some money and wanted their own place.

They looked for a suitable location and the only central place they could find was reserve land. Johnstone Shire Council then approached the government and subsequently had a piece of land cut out which was designated for the senior citizens centre.

Funds were raised through contributions from the pensioners group, Johnstone Shire Council and government to make the centre a reality.

Johnstone Shire Council Chairman Herb Layt and his councillors helped the group secure a 99-year lease in their current location at the corner of Lily and Owen Streets and with the help of many people and lots of voluntary labour the building was subsequently built and opened.

Noel Gleeson was the founder of Innisfail & District Senior Citizens Centre which was officially opened by Councillor Ede Celledoni on March 17, 1990 and the first President was Nev Hanley then Irene Hughes.

Bruce Bodycott was President for one year and up until two years ago Bill and June Sue Yek were the mainstays of the centre for 17 years.

Innisfail and District Senior Citizens Centre provides various leisure activities for senior citizens living in the Innisfail and surrounding areas. Leisure activities include: indoor bowls, cards, bocce and old time and, new vogue dancing.

Over the years, the centre has also been used for many private celebrations, meetings, community forums, and after Cyclone Larry in 2006 it was used as a distribution centre to help people get back on their feet after the natural disaster destroyed the town.

The centre's longest serving members are Kath Dulvarie, Bruna Stephenson and Angie Carbone and Kath Dulvarie and Angie Carbone were given the honours of cutting the special cake.

Honorary Life Member Herb Layt paid tribute to President Norm Millard, who has been a member for 17 years, his wife Loretta who is Secretary, Jean McMillan as Treasurer, along with past and present committee members for all their hard work in keeping the centre running smoothly.

Normally, ladies craftwork is held at the centre on Mondays from 8.45am-12.00pm with yoga on Monday afternoons from 4.30pm-5.30pm.

On Tuesdays, sequence, old time and new vogue dancing runs from 7.30pm-10.00pm with a social dance held on the second Friday of each month from 7.30pm-11.30pm.

Each Wednesday, indoor bowls and bocce takes place from 8.00am-11.30am and cards (pennies) are held at the same time on Tuesday and Friday mornings.

Anyone wanting to find out more about activities and

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

Two of Innisfail Senior Citizens Centre longest serving members Kath Dulvarie and Angie Carbone cut the special 30th anniversary cake what the centre has to offer can phone 4061 4482 on Wednesday mornings or Norm and Loretta Millard on 4061 4045.

Gift Giving Tree brings joy to many over Christmas THE 15TH annual Tully Combined Churches Gift Giving Tree was a huge success and brought joy to many families over Christmas. With the cancellation of the 2020 Carols by Candlelight, the TSC acted as the collection point for the presents donated by our community.

In total, the 2020 Gift Giving Tree collected 160 presents, down slightly from 179 presents in 2019 (which was a record year).

The TSC had the privilege of distributing presents to 124 children from 35 local families; including nine from Tully, seven from Mission Beach, four from Cardwell, seven from Innisfail and eight from the surrounding communities including Kurrimine Beach, Kennedy, Lower Tully and El Arish.

In addition, Teitzel’s Supa IGA Tully undertook a non-perishable goods drive.

Donated food was distributed as Christmas Hampers along with the presents donated by our community. Thanks to the generous community donations of food items and the support of Teitzel’s Supa IGA Tully, each family received a Christmas hamper to make their 2020 Christmas special.

The TSC was also able to distribute 35 $50 IGA and Woolworths gift cards to these families, along with the hampers and gifts for their children. These gift cards were purchased through donations received from: Cassowary Coast Mayor Christmas Appeal - $1,000; Angelcare Tully - $500; and in fundraising

conducted by the TSC - $250.

Finally, the TSC would also like to acknowledge McDonalds Innisfail which donated 29 $10 McDonalds vouchers, bringing great joy and a special Christmas treat for these families.

As I have said previously, the last 15 years the TSC has played Santa’s helper. It is certainly one of the best and most humbling roles I have played at the centre, and 2020 was no different. There is nothing that I could say that would adequately express the thanks and joy that parents felt in receiving these gifts from our community. All I can say is that on behalf of everyone who received gifts for their children I would like to say thank you for helping make their 2020 Christmas special.

The Tully Support Centre is funded by the Queensland Government and services communities throughout the Cassowary Coast.

The Tully Support Centre is located at 54 Bryant Street in Tully; opening hours are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9am to 1pm and 2pm to 4pm; Wednesday 9am to 1pm and 2pm to 6pm.

To register your interest or for 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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Innisfail SES volunteer Merle McAlonan awarded prestigious QFES Life Membership MARIA GIRGENTI LOCAL hero in orange Merle McAlonan from Innisfail SES Unit has been awarded QFES Life Membership and presented with the prestigious Assistant Commissioner's Commendation Certificate and badge.

McAlonan along with Terry Ball from Cairns SES were awarded the highest level of membership for their strong outstanding individual commitment and special contribution to the State Emergency Service over an extended period at the annual Far Northern Region presentation held in Cairns during SES Week.

At the awards McAlonan was also presented with her National Medal 2nd Clasp and SES Meritorious Service Medal 5th Clasp (35 years).

She was “blown away” with her life membership as it was totally unexpected but said it is a real honour and she is extremely proud of this and all her achievements.

There are only three volunteers in the Far Northern region who have been bestowed with QFES Life membership.

McAlonan first began volunteering at the age of six with Junior Red Cross in Mackay where they delivered hand-crafted flowers to elderly hospital patients for Mother's/Father's Day, Easter and Christmas.

"To me, volunteering is just a way of life and was the way I was brought up. My parents were heavily involved as volunteers in the community, so I was encouraged to do the same and I've now passed this on to my children."

She was also a member of Brownies, Girl Guides and in her youth went on to become an Innisfail Cub Leader for six years where she developed her community leadership skills.

McAlonan was born in Mackay and lived there until her husband Terry was transferred to Innisfail in his role with Queensland Canegrowers Council and have lived in the town for 46 years.

The couple started TM Hire for building equipment which they ran for 38 years, and Merle was also a volunteer for 13 years with SCOPE, a women's club in Innisfail.

McAlonan first joined Innisfail SES in 1984 after her eldest son Paul who had been on a search said to her the food wasn't great - "so Mum you need to join SES in welfare and all you need to do is make tea, coffee and sandwiches."

"My first real lesson in welfare was during Cyclone Winifred in 1986 when I was asked by the controller to run the evacuation centre with 240 people, and despite not really knowing what to do I got through it and gained a lot from this experience,” she said. "What I love most about volunteering is being able to help people, and it's very rewarding to see the positive difference you make in people's lives."

As a member of Innisfail disaster management group, McAlonan has been responsible for coordinating many community relief operations during natural disasters including feeding the troops and evacuees, working with other volunteer community groups, as well as post-disaster recovery efforts such as managing community donations of furniture and household goods.

In her role as Welfare Coordinator/Deputy Controller/Acting Controller at Innisfail SES, McAlonan managed evacuation centres and coordinated support for 850 volunteers in response to the devastating effects of Tropical Cyclone Larry in 2006. During that operation, she accumulated a staggering 672 volunteer

hours staying at SES headquarters for 28 consecutive days and nights.

Highlights with SES include McAlonan going in a Blackhawk helicopter from Mourilyan Harbour and being winched out on the islands during an exercise, as well as going on an American nuclear submarine in Brisbane as part of a disaster coordination.

McAlonan has been on the forefront when a severe storm hit Lake Macquarie, NSW, in 2007, as part of Far North contingent during the Mackay floods in 2008, as well as assisting Gold Coast SES Unit after severe storms hit the region in 2009 and Brisbane floods in 2010-11.

She has also been awarded Johnstone Shire Australia Day Citizen of the Year in 2007, as well as Queensland Australia Day Achievement Medal in 2009 for her long-term commitment to the operation and welfare of the Innisfail SES Unit.

McAlonan was one of only three female SES volunteers from the Far Northern region who featured in the QSES 40 years commemorative book published in 2015 and met HRH Prince William in 2010 when he came to Cairns and personally thanked all the volunteers and personnel associated with Cyclone Yasi recovery efforts.

She encourages community-minded people aged 16 to get involved in SES, saying it's very rewarding, all your uniforms and training are supplied, and you learn a whole range of skills.

Each of McAlonan's three sons Paul, Brian and Tony have also been part of Innisfail SES for over 10 years, with Paul a former controller and Brian a former group leader and both went on to have successful careers.

Innisfail SES Unit volunteer Merle McAlonan, Training is held at Innisfail SES Unit, Flying Fish acknowledged for 36 years of dedicated service Point Road on Monday nights from 7.00pm to 9.30pm with QFES Life Membership and presented with the so any interested parties are invited to come along and Assistant Commissioner's Commendation Certificate find out more. and badge

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86 Cartwright Street, INGHAM

DEATH AND MEMORIAL NOTICE

NAOMI RUTH MATELI KOKKINOS (KUIVALAINEN) 44 years old.

Formerly of Ravenshoe, Mt Isa and Tully Gail and Rex Blake and Mark Kuivalainen wish to advise of the death of our beautiful daughter, Naomi Ruth Mateli Kokkinos (Kuivalainen) in a accident on Cloncurry Road on December 28, 2020. Loving partner of Ken Tomlinson, devoted mother to Rebekah and James and dearly loved sister of Ben, Jacob and Amy.

MEMORIAL SERVICE A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, January 25, 2021, at the Tully Country Club at 11am.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions we can at this stage only have 100 people. There will be refreshments served after service.

If you wish to contact us please call 0407 356 496.

Our address is Box 900, Tully, 4854.

We are asking if you send flowers, please make them ornamental or a plant we can plant in her garden.

Thank you to the wonderful people of Tully and our family and friends who have gone the extra mile to support us and love us during this very painful time.

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PUBLIC NOTICES Proposed Development Make a submission from 15/01/21 to 6/02/21

TRICK SKIPPING

For children 5 and older, youths and adults 4 to 5 pm each Friday in January At Showgrounds Gymnastics Hall Contact Trevaray@gmail.com TULLY GYM and TRAMP CLUB

6 x 1 Bedroom Villas, 1 x Owners residence and 1 x 10a shed Where: 8 Coonanglebah Close, Misssion Beach Qld 4852 On: Lot 4 SP213774 Approval sought: Material change of use for short term holiday accommodation Application ref: MCU20/0047

You may obtain a copy of the application and make a submission to:

Cassowary Coast Regional Council PO Box 887 Innisfail, Qld 4860 planning@ccrc.qld.gov.au 4030 2238 1300 763 903 www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au Public notification requirements are in accordance with the Planning Act 2016

NOTICE OF MISSION BEACH LIBRARY CLOSURE • Library closing for refurbishment from February 1, 2021 (last day is Saturday, January 30, 2021).

• Closure period expected to be eight weeks.

• After-hours bin will be available 24/7 for book drop off at the rear of the building past the physiotherapy office.

• A staff member will provide reserved item pick up from the office at the rear of the building on Tuesdays and Fridays from 8.30am to 10.30am during the closure period.

• Tully Library will provide full services to all members during the closure including public computers. Members should phone libraries on 1300 366 616 if they have any queries.

• Centrelink kiosk will be closed during this period but services can be accessed at Centrelink’s Tully office.

James Gott Chief Executive Officer

PO Box 887, Innisfail Q 4860

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Make a submission from 18 Jan 2021 to 08 Feb 2021 MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE FOR INDOOR SPORT AND RECREATION (GYMNASIUM) Where: 5 Still Street, Tully, 4854 On: Lot 22 T74658 Approval sought: Material Change of Use for Indoor Sport and Recreation (Gymnasium) Application ref: MCU21/0001

You may obtain a copy of the application and make a submission to: Cassowary Coast Regional Council PO BOX 887, Innisfail, 4860 enquiries@cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au (07) 4030 2241 www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au Public notification requirements are in accordance with the Planning Act 2016

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CRIME WRAP

Search and rescue, west of Cardwell FOUR adults and a young child were ascending the Kirrama Range Road west of Tully on Monday, January 4, when the vehicle broke down and they became stuck.

They were able to reach higher ground and set up a tent to bunker down for the night as the creeks around them flooded the road blocking them in. With no mobile reception, they contacted a family member by using a drone to send a mobile phone up high enough to send an SOS with their GPS coordinates and what the situation was.

At around 8am the next day, the message was received and authorities were alerted to the situation.

Cardwell Police, local Cardwell SES volunteers and Cassowary Coast Regional Council staff with a front end loader, set out to locate the group.

A number of fallen trees and landslides slowed the search, however, at around 12.40pm, the group were located safe and well exactly where their GPS coordinates had placed them.

Police are reminding residents not to drive through flooded areas.

POLICE man was punched repeatedly in the head and knocked to the ground. Emergency services attempted CPR but he could not be revived.

Detective Inspector Goan said police investigations showed that the offender appeared intent on having an altercation with his victim. Police are continuing their investigations into what other contact the two men had during the night, including at the nearby Crown Hotel.

Several witnesses at the taxi rank have been assisting police.

Charged with one count of murder, the 30-year-old man appeared again in the Innisfail Magistrates Court on Monday, January 11 and was remanded in custody.

High end speeding, Bilyana INNISFAIL Road Policing Unit intercepted a 33-yearold Carruchan man for speeding around 5:15pm Tuesday afternoon (January 12).

It will be alleged he was travelling at 150km/h in a 100km/h zone. He was issued with a $1245 traffic infringement notice and an immobilisation notice.

Speeding, Bellenden Ker POLICE intercepted a 19-year-old Kurrimine Beach man around 2pm on Sunday afternoon (Jan 10) on the Bruce Highway.

It will be alleged he was travelling at 131km/h in a 100km/h zone.

He was issued with a $622 traffic infringement notice.

Speeding, Vasa Views AN 18-YEAR-OLD Thuringowa Central man was intercepted on the Bruce Highway at Vasa Views around 1pm on Sunday afternoon, January 10.

It will be alleged he was travelling at 126km/h in a 100km/h zone.

He was issued with a $444 traffic infringement notice.

Call for witnesses, Innisfail Five people rescued from the Kirrama Range Rd

POLICE are appealing for any witnesses to a traffic incident that occurred in the vicinity of the Woolworths car park entry on McGowan Drive around 8.45am on Tuesday morning, January 5.

Initial investigations suggest a bronze Holden Commodore turned right off McGowan Drive into the car park.

A white vehicle has then allegedly collided with the rear of the Commodore before driving off and leaving behind a piece of the front panel.

Anyone who witnessed the incident and anyone with dash-cam or CCTV vision is urged to contact police and quote QP2100034314.

Traffic crash, Tully

Kirrama Range Rd was cut off by fallen trees and flooding

30-year-old man to reappear in court charged with Innisfail murder A 30-YEAR-OLD man is due to reappear in Innisfail Magistrates Court on March 1 charged with murder after a violent confrontation at an Innsifail taxi rank in December.

Police allege an argument broke out between two men, aged 28 and 30, on Edith Street in the early hours of Saturday morning, December 19.

Detective Inspector Kevin Goan said the 28-year-old

AROUND 6pm on Monday night, January 4, a 23-yearold El Arish man was issued with a $400 traffic infringement notice for failing to give way when entering a roundabout at the intersection on Blackman and Curtis Street.

The man collided with the passenger side of a Commodore.

Both drivers were transported to hospital and later released with no injuries.

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Wilful damage charge, Innisfail A 39-YEAR-OLD Mareeba man was charged with one count each of wilful damage and stealing.

At approximately 12am on January 11, officers located the man in King George Park where it will be alleged he used a lighter to burn a rope on a flagpole in the park.

Police further alleged the man entered a Rankin Street business around 1pm on Sunday, January 10, and stole items from the business.

He is scheduled to appear at the Innisfail Magistrates Court today.

Boy charged, Innisfail IT IS alleged a 16-year-old Innisfail boy attempted to steal two cars after he stopped the vehicles at Corinda and Mary Street on Tuesday afternoon (January 12).

At around 5.30pm, the boy allegedly approached and stopped a vehicle on Corinda Street and attempted to enter the vehicle. Fortunately, the driver and passengers were able to close the doors and drive off.

A short time later, around 5.40pm, the boy allegedly stopped another vehicle on Mary Street and attempted to remove the keys from the ignition, before assaulting the driver. The boy was unable to enter the vehicle and ran off.

The boy was located by police and transported to Innisfail police station where he was charged with one count each of enter premises with intent to commit indictable offence and attempted robbery and was due to appear in Innisfail Children’s Court on Wednesday (Jan 13).

Ingham murder investigation POLICE are investigating the alleged murder of a 20-year-old Ingham man in the north Queensland town on Sunday night, January 10.

Police said the man was walking with two women on Mcilwraith Street at 11:30pm when they were approached by another man. It is alleged the two men started fighting and the 20-year-old was stabbed in the stomach.

Officers gave him first aid before paramedics arrived to take him to Ingham Hospital where he was pronounced dead at 12:40am, just over an hour after the incident.

On Tuesday detectives released images of 24-yearold Ingham man Caleb Rutherford, hoping for any public information about his whereabouts. Officers said they saw him at the scene when they started giving first aid to the injured man, but he fled soon after. They are appealing for information about the alleged attack, including any relevant CCTV or dashcam footage.

Caleb handed himself in to Ingham Police station Thursday morning at 9:30am, three days after the stabbing

Break and enter, Cardwell CARDWELL Police are investigating a break and enter at a Jamieson Street address.

Initial investigations suggest that between 5am and 5.30am on Friday morning (January 8), entry was gained to the residence, however no property was taken.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police and quote QP2100045422.

24-year-old Caleb Rutherford who handed himself in on Thursday morning.

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Multiculturalism celebrated at South Johnstone State School MARIA GIRGENTI STUDENTS and staff at South Johnstone State School gained an appreciation of another country when they recently celebrated Multicultural Day and learned some interesting facts on the country of Fiji and sampled some traditional cooking.

This is the first time it has been held at the school and is part of the Wellness unit being studied by Year 4-6 classes which relates to students' health, making healthy food choices and multiculturalism.

The unit also focuses on students' identity and discovering who they are by looking into their backgrounds and appreciation of cultural diversity.

One of the school's parents Vinay Kumar shared his family's Fijian culture and demonstrated how to dehusk a coconut using a special hoe tool with a sharpened blade, as well as a tool he made to scrape the coconut meat and then showed students coconut milk and coconut oil.

Vinay who was born in Nadi and his wife Arishma in Ba in Fiji, have lived in Australia for eight years. He also speaks three languages of English, Fijian and Hindi. Their son Aidyn who started at the school in Prep is now in Year 2.

Fiji, a nation located in the South Pacific is made up

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of 333 islands but just two of these islands, Viti Levu and Vanua Levu make up 87 per cent of the population of over 800,000.

The basic elements of Fijian cooking consist of sweet potatoes, taro (a yam-like root vegetable), rice, cassava and coconuts. The primary cooking methods are either over an open fire or using underground cooking pits called ‘lovo’ pits.

Coconuts are a big part of island life in Fiji and for thousands of years in Asian countries and the Pacific, the tree of life has provided a diverse range of uses and benefits. All the different parts of the coconut are honoured, including coconut shells, leaves, tree trunks, coconut meat, oil, milk, coconut water and coconut husks.

He also explained many years ago in Fiji, coconuts were used as footballs and before tools they used sharp rocks and solid wood to de-husk coconuts.

Kumar showed students coconut milk and explained how it is used, while he also told them coconut oil is also used in cooking and as a sunscreen.

The school community then enjoyed a chicken and Vinay Kumar explained to South Johnstone State vegetable curry with carrots, potatoes, tomatoes and School students the importance of coconuts as a spices which was served with rice and papadums, folsource of food in Fijian culture lowed by Fijian sweets.

‘Thank You’ morning tea for South Johnstone State School Volunteers MARIA GIRGENTI SOUTH Johnstone State School held its annual Volunteers Thank You Morning Tea at Dianne Dodson Library hosted by Year 6 students to thank all those community members who give up their time to assist students and make the school a better place.

An open invitation was extended to all parents and carers of the students. The event was to say thank you for all those parents, carers and members of the community for their support over the past year.

Guests enjoyed a delicious morning tea of sandwiches, fruit and savoury scrolls and refreshments prepared by Trish Rutter and were waited on at their

tables by Year 6 students.

Tracy and Adrian Darveniza who have seen all their children attend the school were given the honour of cutting the special cake by Perry's Cakes which was then distributed among guests

Parents Tracy and Adrian Darveniza were given the honour of cutting the special cake at South Johnstone State School's Volunteers Thank You Morning Tea held in the library in the presence of volunteer Kathy Darveniza and Year 6 students who served guests food and refreshments

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Innisfail State College students gifted with rare and framed Gallipoli Star medal MARIA GIRGENTI THREE students from Innisfail State College have been presented with a rare, framed Gallipoli Star medal, after compiling many letters to veterans in Australia and overseas.

One of the grateful recipients of the heartfelt letters, Ross E Smith OAM, sent them the Gallipoli medal and story behind it to the school, presented to the trio - Emma Reitano, Nicki Whalin and Jasmine Sticher by special guest Brigadier George Mansford AM (Rtd), friend and former comrade of Smith.

The mastermind behind the idea was Head of Department (English) Patrice Honnef who initiated the Letters to Veterans project.

"Given that we could not commemorate ANZAC Day this year due to COVID-19, I thought it would be nice to send letters to veterans to recognise the efforts and sacrifices of past and present ADF members," Honnef said.

All students from years 7-12 were invited to write to more than 60 veterans who had served in Vietnam, Korea, Afghanistan, Timor, Malaysia and World War II and each veteran received three or four letters from the College's English students.

Students wrote to former and present serving members of the Australian Defence Force. Some were in the USA, Afghanistan, Canberra, Brisbane, Townsville and locally.

A stack of letters and replies, as well as photographs, books, badges and memorabilia were received from grateful veterans from South Carolina USA, Canberra, Afghanistan, Brisbane, Townsville, Sydney and Innisfail.

Two letters were also received from former Australian Governor General Sir Peter Cosgrove who thanked students for their thoughtful letters and said he was particularly moved with how they expressed their sentiments through poetry and writing.

The wife of Major General David Drabsch OA, MBE wrote: "I am writing on behalf of my husband General David Drabsch who is now aged 89 and almost completely blind and in ill health. He has been very touched by the letters of gratitude from many of your students.

The sentiments mean a lot to an old soldier."

"We are encouraged by these thoughtful letters which are evidence of hope for this generation who will carry on the Australian tradition of caring for others and service to one's country."

Among the replies was a personal poem penned

by Brigadier Mansford for Innisfail State College seniors titled The Class of 2020, which is being used by schools in Western Australia and Melbourne.

Year 11 student Zane Forster wrote to World War II veteran Corporal Frank Moffett, aged 97, who has been Brigadier Mansford's best mate since 1953.

The eight-pointed bronze star and ribbon of the Gallipoli Star was designed by Warrant Officer R K Peacock of the Defence Department and approved at the time by His Majesty the King, to be awarded to Australian and New Zealand soldiers who landed on the Peninsula.

The symbolic ribbon features an outer edge of gold and red which represents the golden wattle and flowering gum of Australia, while the outer edge of silver represents the New Zealand silver fern and Rata flower.

These are separated by a central strip of central blue representing the sea which the soldiers depended on.

On the face of the star is a silver circle with a crown in the centre surrounded by the words Gallipoli 191415 with each star point representing the six states of the Commonwealth, the Territories and New Zealand.

After the announcement of the award of the medal, serious difficulties arose due to strong objections being taken by some British members of Parliament and the English press as the Gallipoli Star medal could not be conferred on the British troops who fought on Gallipoli, so it was abandoned.

Innisfail State College students Emma Reitano, Jasmine Sticher and Nicki Wahlin were presented with the rare and framed Gallipoli Star medal at assembly by special guest Brigadier George 'Warrie' Mansfield AM

The Gallipoli Star didn't shine again until 1990, after Ross Smith OAM of Canberra manufactured the medal and ribbon from the original design. It was to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the landing of ANZACs on Gallipoli on April 25, 1915.

A total of 1,000 medals were produced with 200 of these given by Smith as a personal gift to the remaining veterans at the time of the Gallipoli campaign (150 Australian and 50 New Zealanders). The remaining medals were made available through the sole franchise agent and the Gallipoli Star is a private award without official standing.

Smith was born and educated in Dalby, Queensland, attending the Dalby State School and the Dalby State High School. He enlisted in the Army in 1963 and after recruit training was allocated to the Royal Australian Infantry Corps.

He served with the 1st and 2nd Battalions of the Royal Australian Regiment in Australia and Papua New Guinea, as well as the 6th Battalion on operational service in South Vietnam during 1966 and 1967.

In 1979, he transferred to the Australian Army Aviation Corps and held the appointments of Squadron Sergeant Major and Regimental Sergeant Major with the 1st Aviation Regiment and Australian Army Aviation Corps Regimental Sergeant Major with the Directorate of Aviation (Army).

In December 1986, he assumed duty as the Sergeant Major Ceremonial with the Directorate of Personnel Support (Army).

Smith was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia in the Queens Honours List 1984 for his services as Regimental Sergeant Major of the 1st Aviation Regiment, and in 1988, he was also awarded the Chief of the General Staff’s Commendation for meritorious service as Sergeant Major Ceremonial of the Australian Army.

Year 11 student Zane Forster who caught up with Brigadier George Mansfield AM penned a letter to Mansfield's best mate Corporal Frank Moffett, aged 97

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Bowls News South Johnstone Bowls SATURDAY, January 9 saw the first round of the Barry Wallis Shield held at South Johnstone. South Johnstone finished eight-shot winners against Silkwood. This Saturday, January 16 the second round will be played at Babinda with South Johnstone taking on Gordonvale team as follows: S McInerney, M Hooker, K Foord, M Roots, S Ollson, D Leach, T Edgerton and T Kerrigan.

South Johnstone will be holding night bowls tonight (Friday the 15th). Night kicks off with a barbeque at 6pm with bowls to start at 6.30pm. Cost for the night is $15 with bowls provided.

Babinda Bowls SOCIAL bowls recommenced on Thursday, January 7 with five locals, boosted with five Gordonvale players attending.

Unfortunately a storm washed out the game after five ends!

Names in by 1.00 for 1.30 start each Thursday.

Saturday, January 9 saw the commencement of the new Barry Wallis Shield. The game was transferred to South Johnstone with bad weather

threatening at Babinda. The game managed to be completed after playing for an hour in drizzly rain!

Next game to be played at Babinda is on Saturday, January 16, weather permitting, commencing at 1pm.

Babinda players to check the notice board.

Noorla Bowls SUNDAY, December 20 saw the Annual Christmas Break Up for our Club. A very festive assembly of players braved the hot conditions for our final bowl of the year.

Games of Triples were held with players rotating through the positions, resulting in a good time had by all.

Club President Gary Accomerro summed up the year that was and thanked all the players for their ongoing support throughout what has been a testing year, and we can only go forward into the New Year on a much more positive outlook.

The Women’s President Vanda Raiteri made a special presentation to Nella Mancuso - her Super Veterans Badge.

Congratulations Nella, you are an amazing asset to our club.

Gary and Vanda wished all our bowlers a very merry and safe Christmas and a happy New Year. See you on the

greens in 2021.

Ingham Bowls MEN’S Pairs, Friday, January 8, 2021 Winners: Andrew Cole, Ian Muldowney Scores: Andrew Cole, Ian Muldowney defeated Stan Cotton, Stan Richards 20 to 12; Kevin Walker, Tony Koop, Cliff Johnson defeated Bob Bell, Pat Ryan, Peter Herman 20 to 16.

Mixed Social Bowls, Sunday January 10 Winners: Roger Celotto, John Eddleston, Stan Richards Scores: Roger Celotto, John Eddleston, Stan Richards defeated Phil McWha, Norma Evans, Lui Marbelli 32 to 15 - 21 points to 9 points; Kevin Lawlor, Andrew Cole, Elsa Piotto defeated Bob Bell, Alf Di Bella, Alan Hodson 22 to 13 - 19 points to 9 points; Bev Eddleston, Kevin Walker, Cliff Johnson defeated Maria Moore, Tony Koop, Peter Herman 21 to 17 - 18 points to 10 points; Jan Casanovas, Allen Torielli, John Piotto defeated John Holmes, Luisa Di Bella, Mario Marbelli 22 to 19 - 16 points to 13 points.

Thursday, January 14: Barefoot Bowls resumed.

Barefoot Bowls Thursday, January 21: names into the club by 5.30 pm; call

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4776 2117. Game starts at 6 pm; bar open Men’s Pairs, Friday, January 15: names into the club by 1.45 pm; phone 4776 2117; game starts at 2.15 pm; bar open.

Mixed Social Bowls, Sunday January 17: names into the club by 12.30 pm; call 4776 2117; game starts at 1.30 pm; bar open. Bar roster: Jeff Crossman; Selector: Tony Koop.

Vanda Raiteri presenting Nella Mancuso with her Super Veterans Badge.

Innisfail Bowls Club celebrate achievements at awards presentation MARIA GIRGENTI INNISFAIL Bowls Club celebrated individual and team achievements throughout 2020 at their annual awards presentation held recently at the club.

Trophy and badge recipients were as follows: A Grade Championship Singles Winner: Chris McCaffery; Runner Up: John Fossey; B Grade: Winner: Snow Clark; Runner Up: Jamie Paterson and C Grade: Winner: Snow Clark; Runner Up: Ted Dorrington.

Championship Pairs - Winners - Alf Strano and Alf Siliato; Runners Up: Chris McCaffery and George Edgerton.

Championship Triples - Winners: Frank Catelan, Cieran Smith and David Irwin; Runners Up: John Fossey, Steve Howe and David Leach.

Championship Fours - Winners: Alf Strano, Alf Siliato, Snow Clark, Greg MacDonald; Runners Up: Sergio Dalla Pozza, Doug Juhas, Joe Spina and Sam Pagano.

Sam Pagano and Bev Anderson were the winners of the Championship Mixed Pairs with Alf Strano and Diana O’Brien as runners up.

Veteran and Super Veteran: Diana O’Brien The recipient of the Barry Wallis Encouragement Award was Ann Rule who showed great improvement in her game throughout the year with the prize presented by Sue and Margaret Wallis in Barry’s honour.

Last November, Innisfail’s foursome of John Phillips, Malcolm Bright, Sergio Dalla Pozza and Chris McCaffery brought home the Elio Crema Cup which was the first trophy won by the club in many years.

Championship Fours winners Greg MacDonald, Snow Clark, Alf Siliato and Alf Strano

Despite the reduced number of rinks due to construction of the retaining wall, bowlers continue to enjoy the game socially on Thursdays and Sundays.

Currently, the Barry Wallis Memorial Shield is in progress and will be played over a six-week period between Innisfail, Silkwood, South Johnstone, Babinda, Gordonvale and Cairns teams at various greens throughout the region.

The fifth annual Sam Rinaudo Memorial Shield will be played on the weekend of January 23 - 24 with the host club yet to be confirmed.

A Grade singles winner Chris McCaffery (right) and runner up John Fossey

Championship Triples winners Frank Catelan, Cieran Smith and David Irwin

Innisfail Ladies Bowls Awards B Grade Singles - Winner: Helen Paterson; Runner Up: Diana O’Brien A Grade Singles - Winner: Pam Anderson; Runner Up: Helen Paterson Self-Selected Walking Pairs - Winners: Eileen Hamann and Dell Steve; Runners Up: Bev Anderson and Helen Paterson Edgerton Three Bowl Pairs - Winners: Eileen Hamann and Ann Rule; Runners Up: Pam Anderson and Dell Steve

Innisfail Ladies A Grade Singles winner Pam Anderson is presented Innisfail Ladies President Diana O’Brien presented the with the trophy by Championship Mixed Pairs winners Sam trophy to Edgerton Three Bowl Pairs winners Eileen Innisfail Ladies President Pagano and Bev Anderson Hamann and Ann Rule Diana O’Brien

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Innisfail Golf Club HAPPY New Year from Innisfail Golf Club committee and please note a few changes that you will see at the club and course in 2021.

COVID-19 Check-in and Check-Out: It is now mandatory for all members and visitors to the club to Check-in and Out each time they visit. Paper check-ins are no longer allowed. There are new signs in and around the clubhouse, so if you need assistance, please find a committee member to help.

MiClub Online Booking Timesheet: The club has been using the new MiClub system for a while now and the booking link is now added to the website. The link can be found on the home page (desktop) top right or on mobile devic-

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Innisfail Touch Football Association Winter Season 2021

INNISFAIL Touch Association are looking for team nominations for the 2021 winter season which will be done differes in the golf menu at https://www.inn- ently with two sign on days at Wangan Sports Ground clubhouse. isfailgolfclub.com.au/. For assistance, Sign on days will be held on Monday, please see Jake Cockle, Andrew Rose, January 18 and Wednesday, January Stephen Todd and Luke Peters.

20 from 5.30pm - 6.30pm. Packs will be Junior Golf Development: The club's collected at both sign on days and need junior coordinators are in discussion to be fully completed with all players dewith Luke from Drummond Golf to assist tails before pre-season games on Janin the junior development this year, vis- uary 27. iting once a month for a junior clinic and Team registrations are $150 and need the ability for members to book a lesson to be fully paid by January 27, while or group session as well. This plan will player nominations of $120 or $80 for be subject to committee approval. students must be paid in full by February As usual, a special thanks to all vol- 10. unteers who maintain the course, clubAll teams must have seven financial house and technology as without every- players before they will be added to the one's continued efforts, the club would draw. Team colours need to be approved before ordering. There will be no blue not be in such a positive position.

or black shirts, and all shirts must have numbers on the back.

All monies are to be collected and given to the team captain so it can be paid in full. There will be no individual or part payments. The team sheet needs to be completed in full along with the correct monies which is the responsibility of the team captain.

Pre-season games commence on January 27 with first round fixtures starting on February 10 and Grand Final to be held on June 18.

Anyone wanting further information, please ask or contact Deb Zanoletti on 0477 777 306 or via email: cdzano1@ bigpond.com.

Silkwood Clay Target Club results: January shoot SILKWOOD Clay Target Club held their first monthly shoot for 2021 on Sunday, January 3 where 41 shooters took part in five competition events in wet and damp weather conditions.

Event 1: 25 Target Double Barrel (Cash Divide) AA - Equal 1st: Chris Santarossa, Joe Caruso, Ron Gough, Nathan Thurston, Bec Rosendahl, Aaron Lemphers, Michael Thurston and Barry Lansdown 25/25 A - 1st: Joe Sebastiani Jnr 25/25; 2nd: John Stella, Peter Threlfall, Frank Scamnello, Andrew Casella, Santo Greco and Jason Sapuppo 24/25 B - 1st: Joe Collins, Luke Zammit, Sylvia Rossato and Alf Strano 24/25 C - 1st: Emma Thurston 22/25; 2nd: Isaac Sebastiani 21/25 Event 2: 25 Target Point Score

AA - 1st: Ron Gough 81/81; 2nd: Michael Crapella 80/81 A - 1st: Joe Sebastiani Jnr 74/75; 2nd: Peter Robertson 88/90 (74/75) B - 1st: Luke Zammit 71/75; 2nd: Sylvia Rossato 70/75 C - 1st: Emma Thurston 63/75; 2nd: Adam Jacques 56/75 Event 3: 25 Target Single Barrel AA - 1st: Michael Thurston 39/39 (25/25); 2nd: Chris Santarossa 44/45 (25/25) A - 1st: Peter Robertson 24/25; 2nd: Frank Scamnello 32/35 (22/25) B - 1st: Alf Strano 24/25; 2nd: Mario Raccanello 23/25 C - 1st: Alf Gangemi 22/25; 2nd: Isaac Sebastiani

M O R F T S T BLA S A P E TH PICTURED in this photo of 1965 Innisfail Under 16 Representative rugby league team are:

Back row, left to right: Geoff Rawlins, Ron Schilling, Greg Claybrough, Raymond Pearce, Darryl Larkin, John Herrmann.

Second row: Coach, Ron McMillan, Bunny Ferguson, Robert Boyd, Trevor Clarke, Greg Banderia, Noel Austin, Manager, Percy Shang.

Third row: Russell Subloo, Felix Costa, Michael Martin, Keith Wone, George Viellaris, Robert Anderson, Dennis Cardier.

Front row: Tommy Slater, Harry Appo.

21/25 Event 4: 25 Target Handicap 1st: Michael Thurston 26/26 (25/25); 2nd: Frank Scamnello 25/26 (25/25); 3rd: Ron Gough 41/42 (24/25) Event 5: 25 Target Continental Double Barrel AA - 1st: Paul Crapella 30/30 (25/25) 2nd: Aaron Lemphers 29/30 (25/25) A - 1st: Andrew Casella 25/25; 2nd: George Bugeja 33/34 (24/25) B - 1st: Mario Raccanello 22/25; 2nd: Alf Strano 22/26 (21/25) C - 1st: Adam Jacques 23/25; 2nd: Isaac Sebastiani 20/25 The lunchtime Novelty Shoot valued at $2,300 was won by the master shooter himself, Ron Gough.

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Fishing News

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RoLy Newton

WE certainly have had some rain over the past week, which will go a long way to improving the natural cycle of the creeks and rivers and hopefully result in a very good barra breeding season. It is not only good for the barra but also for the baitfish. During breaks in the weather during a good wet, we see the jelly prawn move in close to the beaches, and fish such as blue salmon, threadfin salmon, grunter and barra all move in for an easy feed.

Large schools of baitfish also start to turn up along the coast and islands. As the water clears, predators such as queen fish, tuna and mackerel will turn up in large schools, at times covering several acres . This is also when you can have some incredible sessions on bottom fish such as fingermark and grunter. Spots such as Eva rock can fish exceptionally well during these conditions.

Coming back to fishing over the last week, we have had some keen anglers travel out during the better days to the main reefs and manage some reasonable catches of coral trout. It has also been very worthwhile floating out a bait for a spanish mackerel with some very good macks being caught.

Closer in around the islands and headlands the going has been a lot tougher as a result of the dirty water and the amount of fresh. I have heard of some good grunter and threadfin salmon being caught in the Hinchinbrook area, but overall the fishing in the estuaries and rivers has been tough due to flooding. I have heard no reports of mangrove jacks although I am sure there will be some areas of the Hinchinbrook channel that have reasonable water quality; there always are.

The big tides and rain has got the crabs on the move, resulting in some very good catches with the muddies moving out of their holes to escape the fresh water.

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In the freshwater creeks some of the younger anglers have been having a ball fishing for tarpon, sooty grunter and mud cod in the flooded drains and lagoon outflows. It is too dangerous to go and walk the small head water creeks at the moment due to the high likelihood of flash flooding.

Several anglers have braved the wet conditions and travelled up to the Tinaroo Dam and have had some success fishing for barra around the entrances to the flooded creeks and adjacent areas. Try large lightly weighted soft plastics or large shallow running lures such as B52s or the Jackson Prism.

At this early stage of the week the weather forecast is predicting 10 to 15 knots for this weekend. The rain should also start to ease, so hopefully there will be a chance for a fish. The weather has been unpredictable lately so do your homework before heading out.

The tides are still reasonably large which will cause problems, I like the idea of heading to Hinchinbrook to chase a threadfin salmon or a grunter. The tides start to neap early next week so anglers should be able to find some clean water in the creeks running of Hinchinbrook to chase a jack.

Good fishing, Roly Newton, Tackle World Tully.

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RURAL

Wet Tropic Times

RURAL

Friday, January 15, 2021

Expanding Eubenangee parkland and nature corridors Eubenangee Swamp near Innisfail is an internationally-recognised coastal wetland.

MORE THAN 60,000 trees have been added to an internationally recognised coastal wetland near Innisfail – and the plan is to plant even more.

Eubenangee Swamp’s rehabilitation has been a 30year project. The tallest trees have created a forest canopy while the smallest, planted just six months ago, extend the southern end of a rainforest corridor that will link the coast with mountain ranges on the Tablelands.

The park now covers 1900 hectares. It is a destination for bird watchers, with more than 200 recorded bird species, a nursery for fish and crustaceans and an internationally significant coastal wetland conserving threatened vegetation communities. Some ecosystems in the park are no longer found anywhere else.

Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service ranger Chris Roach said the project was a labour of love for rangers and indigenous groups.

“The results are pretty amazing,” Roach said. “It was hard work at the start but we’ve got a dedicated team and you can see the difference it’s making,” he said.

“With revegetation, weed and fire management and water restoration work, we’ve seen huge changes over a relatively short period of time.

Areas that were infested with weeds, and silent to work in, are now alive with birds, frogs and all manner of wildlife. “Ecosystems that were completely modified are now functioning again.”

Rangers are currently working with the regional natural resource management body Terrain NRM, and a group of indigenous people to plant native trees on

Mamu’s Steve Purcell said the project was bringing what was previously marginal farming land. The land was added to the national park in 2003 to secure a younger indigenous people back on Country. “They wetland water source and to strengthen the link be- look forward to going out there,’’ he said. “It gives them tween coastal areas at Bramston Beach and Queens- a sense of caring for their place and they see the value land’s tallest mountain Bartle Frere, also known as in that.

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“It’s also rewarding for me. I remember this land as Terrain NRM’s Tony O’Malley said trees had been grazing country when I was a kid, with a couple of old planted along Casey Creek to widen the corridor as swamp gums on it. Planting trees back on it is a good part of Terrain’s Building Rainforest Resilience pro- thing – for the environment and for cleaner waterways.” ject funded through the Australian Government’s National Landcare Program.

He said the funding enabled Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service to employ indigenous people for the next two years to work there on weed control and other revegetation maintenance. “Planting the trees is the first step - keeping the weeds down so the trees can grow is an essential part of successful revegetation projects,’’ O’Malley said.

“Eubenangee is considered a lowland climate refugia and the corridor is one of the Cassowary Recovery Team’s top priorities to (L-R) Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service rangers Corey Boaden, conserve. It has been great to hear that a cassowary and his chicks Ken Brand and Leigh Willis, Terrain NRM’s Michael Morta, Mamu’s Alf have already been seen in the Joyce, Terrain’s Tony O’Malley, Mamu’s Steve Purcell and (front row) Dylan Pybus and Keith Land. area.”