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Cardwell RSL celebrates 25th building anniversary CLARE WATSON THE Cardwell RSL had a great turnout for their Sunday lunch BBQ on October 10, which was a celebration of their extensive twenty-five-year history since the opening of the Cardwell RSL building. The building was officially opened on October 5 in 1996, by founding members Andy Clive and Frank Ryley. Cardwell Shire Mayor at the time, Tip Byrne, was also in attendance. Having a building of their own was a dream come true for the RSL Club, which was founded much earlier. “The Cardwell RSL started in 1938, and it was like a gypsy organization,” said SubBranch Treasurer Robert Lang. “It was at the Lyndock Motel, the Marine Hotel, and some of the meetings back in the late 30s and early 40s were up in the timber camps. Camp Number Ten was where some of the minutes were recorded.” For a while they had their meetings and the very popular ‘smoke parties’ at the local library, which is now the Cardwell Museum. They also rented it out to organizations such as the Cane Farmers Association to make some income. Unfortunately, that ended when the building needed a new roof and the Cardwell RSL only had six members, so the Council took it over. “If you read through those minutes, they always expressed a desire to have their own club room,” Lang said. Everything changed through the generosity of the Club’s main benefactor Boris Skorbatcheff. Boris fled Russia, settled in Cardwell, and was known locally as ‘Bob the Russian’. He opened a workshop on the esplanade and was involved in the Cardwell RSL in the 1960s. “When he passed away, he left his estate,

which was a block of land, which was then sold, and the proceeds from that enabled the club to buy this block of land at 36 Roma Street Cardwell, and to put down a foundation club, which was half the building you see today,” said Lang. “If it hadn’t been for that generous donation, we probably never would have gotten our own club here in Cardwell, so he is our main benefactor.” “Some of the founding staff of note were Andy Page, Rae Page, and Shayne Crole. They were major helpers, supporters, and sponsors.” Many other veterans of WW2, who have now passed away, also helped establish the Cardwell RSL. Local businesses, which supported the RSL through raffles, have contributed a lot since the opening of the original building, to the extent that the building had a later addition of a dining room and bar is known as the ‘Raffle’s dining room’. “It is very much through the generosity of Cardwell, the Kennedy Valley, and Murray Upper districts that we have been able to get this club up and running and keep it going twenty-five years on,” Lang said. The BBQ lunch was a great success. “We had a great day, it was well attended, and we were very happy with the turn out,” Lang said. Visitors are welcome every Sunday for a $10 BBQ lunch starting at 12pm, with the Cardwell RSL open from 10.30am. Ladies cards are held every Tuesday afternoon starting at 12pm, and everyone is welcome. Volunteers are also always welcome. The next upcoming event for the Cardwell RSL is Remembrance Day. A ceremony will be held at the Cardwell Cenotaph to remember

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Mayoral Apology

ON October 14, 2021, the Cassowary Coast Regional Council released a media release on its website entitled ‘Statement from the Mayor – Correction to Previous Statements made about Legal Proceedings’, which stated

On behalf of my fellow Councillors and Council, I would like to take this opportunity to provide clarity and correct previous public statements made in relation to legal expenditure reimbursements. Of particular interest to the community is the defamation case initiated in 2017 between Council’s recently retired CEO James Gott and Paul and Julianne Toogood. On 7 December 2017, Council resolved to indemnify Mr Gott for the costs of his legal representation in pursuing these defamation proceedings. The matter is of public interest, and it has certainly always been my and Council’s intention to provide transparency to the community on this matter when the time was appropriate. In early 2020, Council was cautioned by District Court Judge Morzone QC about making publications that might prejudice the interests of justice in the criminal trial involving Paul and Julianne Toogood. As such since that time, Council has complied with this cautioning and declined to comment further in relation to ongoing court cases involving the Toogoods. I have spoken at length with my fellow Councillors on the matter and we all agree, now that the criminal proceedings in relation the Toogoods have concluded, it is appropriate to provide clarification to our community regarding previous statements made by Council on legal proceedings and insurance reimbursements.

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In September 2019, the former Council released a statement advising our insurance provider would cover legal costs associated with defamation proceedings. Since the above statement was released, further comments have been made by Council reflecting our cost being covered in accordance with the usual terms and conditions of our policy. Council acknowledges that the statement and comments released were inaccurate to the extent that it would have provided greater accuracy had that statement and comments stated: “Our insurers are partially covering the defamation matter.” The reason why I say ‘partially’ is that there is no insurance cover for the initial action brought by Mr Gott, however there is insurance coverage for a counterclaim made by the Toogoods against Council employees and Councillors. It is my understanding that no statement was made knowingly or recklessly with this omission. On behalf of Council, my fellow councillors, and the previous council of which I was a part, I would like to apologise for the inaccuracy of the statement made and any confusion it has caused. I trust this information has provided some clarity to the community. As a number of legal matters are ongoing, Council will provide further updates when it is right to do so. I do want to highlight that Council is obliged, the same as any organisation, to indemnify its Councillors and Officers for claims against them arising out of their employment or election. To that effect at a Local Government Meeting on 28 February 2019, Council adopted the Provision of Legal Assistance for Employees and Councillors Policy. This policy is designed to protect the interests of individual Council members and employees (including past present. You can either leave the gift at the store to be collected or drop it off at the TSC. It is great news that the 2021 Tully Carols by Candlelight will be able to go ahead on Sunday, December 5, from 5:30pm – 8:30pm at the Cyclone Shelter, Tully State Primary School. You can also bring your gifts to be donated along on the night and place them under the tree. However, the TSC will continue to collect presents for distribution in the week before Christmas. 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 9 from Tully, 7 from Mission Beach, 4 from Cardwell, 7 from Innisfail, and 8 from the surrounding communities including Kurrimine Beach, Kennedy, Lower Tully, and El Arish. Over the last 16 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. To see the joy on little faces when you give them a gift on behalf of our

Cassowary Coast Regional Council Mayor Mark Nolan apologised for inaccurate statement members and former employees) where they become involved in legal proceedings because of their official functions. This policy is available on Council’s website. I have instructed the Chief Executive Officer to prepare a report for Council to provide further clarity on legal matters afoot. community, and to see the tears in parents’ eyes when they realise that they now have something to put under the tree on Christmas eve for their children. All of the presents donated through the gift giving tree are distributed to local families. What a wonderful way to celebrate Christmas by making someone else’s that much better; after all, it is through the act of giving that we truly receive the greatest rewards. The Tully Support Centre is funded by the Queensland Government and services communities throughout the Cassowary Coast. The Tully Support Centre is located at 54 Bryant Street in Tully, and its opening hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 9am to 1pm and 2pm to 4pm; and Wednesday from 9am to 1pm and 2pm to 6pm. To register your interest or more information about groups and other services, please call 40 681 004, check the Tully Support Centre online at www. tullysupportcentre.com.au, or follow us on Facebook “Tully Support Centre Inc.”

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Googarra Beach Caravan Park’s Trivia Night THE next Trivia Night organised by the Googarra Beach Caravan Park, Tully Heads, will be held on Saturday, November 6, at 6.30pm. This will be their last Trivia Night for 2021. In keeping with it being held in the week of the Melbourne Cup, the theme will be ‘races’ for this Trivia Night. So, you can wear a fascinator, dress up in lycra, or wear a bike (motor or pedal) helmet, etc., as it is not just about horse racing, but encompasses car, bike, and running races, and any other type of racing your imagination can find. So come and have some fun, race around, dress up or dress the tables! The cost is $7.00, and nibbles will be provided. The bar will be open. Please telephone 4066 9325 to book a table.

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Hinchinbrook Kelly Theatre (Ingham Picture Theatre) Update COUNCIL regrettably informs that the Kelly Theatre will temporarily cease operations from Monday 1 November 2021. Ingham Disability Support Services (IDSS) have operated the theatre for over a decade. Unfortunately, due to changes in industry funding guidelines, IDSS are unable to continue the service. Mayor Ramon Jayo took the opportunity to thank IDSS for its management of the Theatre and for the tremendous service it provided to our community during its term of operations. Expressions of Interest for the leasing and management of the Theatre were called by Council and, despite a number of enquiries regarding operations, no submissions to lease the Theatre have been received from the public. ‘Due to the restrictive nature and flexibility of Local Government Awards and the fact that a substantial portion of screening time is outside normal business hours, it is simply not cost effective or logistically possible for Council to undertake operations utilising Council employed staff,’ said Cr Jayo. ‘Council must therefore reconsider operations and determine a possible way forward so as to ensure that the valuable service to the community is continued in the most cost efficient method, bearing in mind costs to the community,’ said Cr Jayo. Cr Jayo indicated that ‘discussions with film distribution companies and The Screen Guild of Australia to determine a more suitable model for film screenings in rural areas then that which currently applies would be necessary. As one would appreciate, the film industry of recent has suffered significantly due primarily to COVID- 19 with limited new releases occurring, decline in patronage and increased competition from film distribution outlets such as Netflix and online screening by film production companies themselves becoming the norm’. ‘Council remains adamant that despite the increased

COMMUNITY competition that is now occurring in screenings in the film industry, a market still exists for good old fashioned theatre venues and we must find that common ground so as to ensure the service we know continues’ said Cr Jayo. ‘That unfortunately is going to take some time to put together’. Whilst the Theatre will not operate as a motion picture theatre, Council will honour existing live performance bookings and keep the Theatre open as a live performance space. The opportunity to tender for the Theatre remains open and Council is very interested in speaking with any person regarding the process and possibility of leasing arrangements. Further information will be released once investigations and discussions as foreshadowed above have taken place.

2021 Rural Clean-up Program COMMENCING Friday 29 October 2021, Council is offering the Rural Clean-up Program to assist residents in preparing for the upcoming disaster season. Waste collection skips will be placed at the below locations throughout the Shire for the indicated dates: • Long Pocket Friday 29 October – Friday 5 November 2021; • Crystal Creek Monday 8 November – Friday 12 November 2021; • Mount Fox Friday 12 November – Friday 19 November 2021; • Stone River Friday 19 November – Friday 26 November 2021; • Abergowrie Friday 26 November – Friday 3 December 2021; • Bambaroo Friday 26 November – Friday 3 December 2021; and • Hawkins Creek Friday 10 December – Friday 17 December 2021. Two skip bins will be provided at each location, one for steel items and one for all other eligible items. Eligible items include: • White goods; • Household furniture; • Electronic appliances; • Bicycles; • Outdoor play equipment; and • Scrap steel. Placing ineligible items in the skips or leaving items on the ground next to the skips, is considered an illegal dumping offence and the offender will be issued with a fine. Please note that some, or all of these locations may be under surveillance. For further information regarding eligible items and non eligible items, please visit Council’s website Waste and Recycling page.

Mount Fox Community Shed Meeting Wrap-Up COUNCILLORS and Officers travelled to Mount Fox on Tuesday, October 12, 2021, to meet with community members for the Mount Fox Community Shed Meeting held at the Mount Fox camping grounds. Councillors stopped to inspect current roadworks on the Lava Plains/ Mount Fox Road. The main topics of conversation at the shed meeting were waste management and how to increase recycling.

Genex Kidston Connection Project – Sub-contractor Drop-in Session Wrap-Up THURSDAY, October 14, 2021, saw the Genex Kidston Connection Project – Sub-contractor Dropin Session hosted by Powerlink and UGL at the TYTO Conference and Events Centre. Hinchinbrook

Friday, October 22, 2021 Businesses attended the informal drop-in session, allowing them the opportunity to meet the team and ask questions about bidding for work on the future project, such as sub-contracting opportunities, vegetation and access works, machine and equipment hire, cleaning services, waste management, recycling, and amongst others.

Seniors’ Morning Tea THIS event is an opportunity to bring together senior members of the community, spend time with friends and family, and enjoy light refreshments and entertainment. Date: Friday, October 29, 2021; Time: 9.00am to 12.00pm; Where: Hinchinbrook Shire Hall; Cost: $5 per person; Booking: Tickets can be purchased at the Hinchinbrook Shire Library. For further information, please contact the Hinchinbrook Shire Library.

Community Activity Grants 2021- 2022 Round Two Now Open THE last chance to apply for a Community Activity Grant (CAG) Round Two closes on Friday, October 29, 2021. If you have an event, activity, training, club operations work, or competitions that occur in or represent the Hinchinbrook Shire, please put forward an application. Applications are invited for: • Community High Achievers ($250 individuals or $700 for teams of 3 or more); • Community Group Support (up to $1,000); • Community Activities (up to $2,000); • Moderate Events (between $2,000 and $5,000); • Major Events (up to $15,000); and • Signature Regionally Significant Events (up to $30,000). To download an application form please visit Council’s website Grants and Funding page and submit the completed application via email.

Community and Natural Assets Damaged – Report Suspicious Behaviour THE Council has received reports of vehicles damaging community and natural assets in various locations at and along the Lucinda foreshore, which costs the community money to repair and replace. Significant damage is also being caused to the environmental values in the area, including vegetation and dunal systems. There are a persistent number of people who seem determined to ruin this area and they need to be stopped. Vehicle access to the beach is a privilege enjoyed by the community and came about after a prolonged period of discussion and negotiation towards ensuring the safety of the public and the minimisation of environmental harm through restrictions on movement to and in defined areas. The regulations in place are not being observed and if the unlawful activities continue to occur, Council may need to consider revoking present privileges. Staff have increased surveillance in this area and will have no hesitation in applying any or all means to hold accountable those responsible. The Council will also seek to recoup the cost associated with the malicious damage of public property, including to both infrastructure and the environment. The Council would appreciate any information from the community that would assist in identifying the perpetrators of this unlawful activity. Council has reported the matter to the Queensland Police and residents are encouraged to report any such activities via the Updates and Withdrawals section located on PoliceLink’s website. When using PoliceLink to report vehicle issues at Lucinda foreshore, please quote Policelink reference number QP2101877586. This will ensure all the information is collated under one complaint and provide the impetus for action.

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Council allegedly ‘here to serve the community’ ON October 15, 2021, the Cassowary Coast Regional Council issued a media release on its website defending its position as being ‘here to serve the community’ with regards to current works in Cardwell, in response to a recent media enquiry from another newspaper. It also advised that ‘interested community members have the opportunity to join the Community Consultative Group’. One hopes that the Community Consultative Group will not be subject to the same Non-Disclosure Agreement regime that was part of the ‘Asset Rationalisation Project’. One also hopes that when community members or groups request reasonable information (not subject to legal privilege), and there is a promise to provide same, that it is actually made available and in a timely manner. It is also hoped that extensive due diligence will be undertaken with respect to the acquisition of Port Hinchinbrook and its ongoing and long-term cost, prior to committing the ratepayers of this region, most particularly in an era of ‘asset rationalisation’. The Media Release dated October 15, 2021, stated: The approximately 370 team members and Councillors that form the Cassowary Coast Regional Council are here to serve the region and its residents. All Councillors are on hand to answer questions, either face to face, over the phone, or via email. We encourage local residents to come directly to Council or their Divisional Councillor, with their suggestions or feedback, so we have the opportunity to investigate and resolve matters. Council is committed to a meaningful relationship with Cassowary Coast residents. Part of this includes working with residents to understand issues specific to their area and the needs of the community. In order to operate effectively, Council needs to hear your ideas, consider your feedback, and find out what really matters to you and to facilitate these conversations, we are progressing a plan for a community wide engagement survey. The survey and engagement will be undertaken in a number of ways including online forums and face to face meetings. This is expected to be launched in early 2022. Interested residents also have the opportunity to join the Community Consultative Group. Nominations are open to residents’ representative of the broad Cassowary Coast community and seek to include people from a range of ages, household types, geographic locations, cultural backgrounds, and expertise. The establishment of the group provides Council with a strengthened capacity to undertake more collaborative interaction with the community and in turn, provide a more informed basis for its decisionmaking processes. Council provides a wide range of services, programs, activities, and events for people who visit, live, study, and work in the Cassowary Coast area. These include but are not limited to libraries, local parks and recreational facilities, playgrounds, swimming pools, sports grounds, arts, cultural and community events, family day care, water and wastewater infrastructure and treatment, water supply, roads and drainage services, waste services, community housing, tourism, regional planning and development services, and community venues and facilities. This broad range of services applies across the region and Council continues to plan, prioritise, and budget for sustainable service delivery informed by the corporate plan, community engagement surveys, and the Community Consultative Group. ‘One Coast – Cassowary Coast’ is not just our vision, it’s what we aim to do every day. The tender for the construction of Cardwell Transit Centre, Balliol Street Cultural Centre, and the Cardwell Disability and Access Improvements closed on Tuesday 12 October 2021. Council officers will now commence the tender assessment process and an announcement will be made once the tender has been awarded and expected commencement of construction dates confirmed.

Other key projects planned in the Cardwell area include $3.7 million towards a new intake water reservoir. Design work for this project is expected to be completed in FY21/22. $1.6 million has been earmarked towards road widening of Bowen Street, between Liverpool Street and Dalrymple Street. Tourism for Cassowary Coast and Cardwell is driven in a number of ways. This includes supporting events with funding or in-kind support as a tourism driver. Council has joined Ecotourism Australia’s ECO Destination Certification program and has begun the journey towards becoming a Certified ECO Destination. Gaining the world recognised ECO Destination certification will set Cardwell and the Cassowary Coast apart from other destinations and tap into the sustainable travel market. In 2020, the Department of Tourism, Innovation and Sport matched Council’s $50,000 contribution for a feasibility study into the proposed Cardwell Tropical Mountain Bike Network. The Australian Government, through the COVID-19 Relief and Recovery Fund, has allocated close to $500,000 for the Cardwell Mountain Bike Trail Network Stage 1 – Early Works project. The Early Works project will create new mountain bike infrastructure in Cardwell such as a trail head, pump track, bike wash, car parking and signage, which will link to the existing informal trails and position Cardwell as a bike-friendly destination. $12.3 million in funding has been secured for Port Hinchinbrook sewerage treatment plant with Council officers currently negotiating the finer details. Following Council’s resolution in August 2021 relating to accepting the State’s offer for the ownership

and operation of the sewerage treatment plant, a process has commenced to compulsory acquire land associated with the sewerage treatment facility at Port Hinchinbrook. We will provide further updates as these come to hand. In September 2021, Council responded a request from the liquidator of the Port Hinchinbrook Estate to assist with an issue with a pump station that had failed. Council is committed to continue working with the Liquidator, the State Government, and with the support of the Federal Government to realise a long-term solution around the normalisation of Port Hinchinbrook. Discussions regarding the terms and conditions of funding to dredge One Mile Creek are continuing with the Federal Government. We look forward to providing an update to the community when more information becomes available. Comment attributed to Councillor Barry Barnes As Councillor for Division 1, I am dedicated to the community and will continue to advocate and strive for a stronger future for Cardwell. The splash park is still a key focus of mine and I am continuing to have conversations with Council Officers on this matter. I encourage residents to reach out to me for a chat - I am always happy to listen and discuss how I can best help. I regularly attend many local events and meetings - such as Chamber of Commerce meetings, markets, Lions Club meetings, and the Men’s Shed. It’s also important to note that on the first Monday of every month, I run sessions from the Cardwell Library. Appointments can be booked by calling me directly on 0475 621 983.

Daradgee State School/Daradgee Environmental Education Centre celebrates 110th anniversary IN 2021, Daradgee State School/Daradgee Environmental Education Centre is celebrating 110 years of education and will host an Open Day on Saturday, November 20, from 2.00pm - 5.00pm. The educational facility opened on July 10, 1911, then became Daradgee State School in 1915, and it served the local community until December 14, 1984. After a brief closure, it re-opened as the Daradgee Environmental Education Centre in 1986. Today, it operates as a Residential Environmental Education Centre and continues to provide a wide

range of firsthand educational experiences for local and distant students. All past students and community members are welcome at the Open Day to inspect the centre’s facilities and view historical photos from 2.00pm to 5.00pm. A Devonshire afternoon tea of scones, tea and coffee will be available. Anyone wishing to attend, please phone 4063 1333 or email: ashee13@eq.edu.au by Friday, November 12.

Students attending Daradgee State School in 1963.

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Wait and see SARI HYYTINEN I am so grateful to live where I live and have the freedom that I have. Thus far, for me, COVID is an inconvenience when considering the kind of honeymoon or jet-setting adventure I would like to go on, but what I can most definitely say is that we are so lucky to live in Far North Queensland. We are allowed to move. We are not as constrained as those living in Sydney and Melbourne. There is the endless fear of what will happen once the lock down is lifted. Will the ‘wait and see’ crowd who have not yet been vaccinated flood the hospitals and bring our healthcare system crashing down like is feared? Or will we be able to live relatively normal lives? It is hard to know what will happen. I do not want to live in a world of fear. I would like there to be a completely neutral website that is not dominated by the two main political parties in the Australian government, or the different media outlets. Completely neutral! I want to be able to find the cold hard facts on all the diverse options when it comes to the different types of vaccinations and their impacts on our bodies. The facts on the impact of the different choices that can be made for us to navigate our way out of COVID. On a side note, my life is currently about work, planning for a wedding, work, planning for a wedding. And I now know that it is delusional to think that a wedding is about the bride and groom. I can 100% say that it definitely is not! It is about navigating the way two different families live their lives and trying to find a happy medium, with which everyone is comfortable. How much you love your family determines how much effort you put into your wedding. It makes so much sense now that people elope. That is a sure-fire way to ensure that it is about the wedding couple and what they would like to do. Pre-COVID, I imaged jetting off to go skiing somewhere in Japan or New Zealand and getting married along the way. It is great thinking about jetting away somewhere when the time comes for the short Christmas break.

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I would like to respond to the opinion piece by the Katter’s Australia Party (page 6, WTT, 15-10-21), concerning the case of Dr Peter Ridd, his sacking from JCU, and the rejection of his appeal by the High Court of Australia. As I understand it, the High Court determined that Dr Ridd was rightly sanctioned by his employer, the JCU, for two reasons: Firstly, he expressed an opinion on a topic on which he was not an expert. Ridd may be an expert scientist on marine sediments, but that does not qualify him as an expert on climate change and, the fact is, that many of his views on the cause of climate change are just wrong. How many of you would ask an expert scientist in the field of marine sediments to do heart surgery on someone in your family? Not many, I reckon. Secondly, Dr Ridd was justly sanctioned because he failed to comply with confidentiality obligations under his employment contract when he publicly attacked the

Friday, October 22, 2021 reputation of other scientists at JCU. This sort of coarse grandstanding engaged in by Dr Ridd may have great appeal to the likes of KAP, Barnaby Joyce, and big coal miners like Gina Rinehart, but essentially, they were disrespectful coming from a professional scientist. Consider this - would Mr Dametto and Mr Katter have been so relaxed and supportive of the freedom of speech of a KAP member who came out and publicly expressed their opinion on a topic on which they were not an expert and contradicting of KAP policy? Also, would the folks at KAP overlook a breach of confidentiality by a member, who publicly attacked another member of the Katter Party? It is sometimes difficult to understand the operations of the KAP, but I'd be pretty sure that the answer to both those questions would be NO. William Farnsworth Innisfail

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Atherton Community Centre receives funding green light THE Atherton Community Centre has, finally, been given the green light with funding for the construction of the new $4.1million building being announced. State Member for Hill Shane Knuth said it had been a long, hard-fought process to get the project up and running and welcomed the final injection of funds from the Federal Government. He said securing funding for the project started back in 2015, with a visit from the former Minister for Communities Shannon Fentiman. Mr Knuth, along with Better Together Community Support CEO John Russell (formerly Community Services Tablelands) and his team, lobbed the Minister for the initial funding, which was delivered. "To the State’s credit, they recognised the importance of the project and provided a $250,000 grant towards the completion of a full documented design, all necessary planning approvals, and the securing of land tenure,” Mr Knuth said. "A further commitment of $1.9million from the State Government and $300,000 from Better Together was made towards the construction of the project,

Member for Hill Shane Knuth and Better Together Community Support CEO John Russell.

provided the Federal Government matched the State’s contribution." Mr Knuth said that by working closely with Better Together Community Support, they were able to secure a yearly renewal of the State Government’s commitment, until Federal funding was secured. "I understand that the Federal Government knocked back the counterpart funding twice before finally agreeing to a $2.2million contribution last week," said Mr Knuth. "This is great news and I welcome the Federal Government’s counterpart funding commitment and give credit to John’s nonstop advocacy of the project. It is fantastic news that the community centre can now go ahead." Better Together Community Support CEO John Russell thanked all levels of Government for ensuring the delivery of the project. "Without the unwavering support and lobbying from Shane, we would never have got the project up and running,” Mr Russell said. “Securing the initial State government support was vitally important and gave us the launch pad we needed to ask the Federal Government to also contribute to the project.” "It has been a lot of hard work, but I am extremely thankful the Federal Government has recognised the impact that this project will have on the community and has agreed to support this very necessary infrastructure investment.” “This infrastructure will provide a very open and accessible space for community wellbeing, social inclusion, connections, volunteering, and support.” "It is a wonderful project for the community, and we expect the project to start within a few months of signing the agreements with the Federal, State, and Local Governments.” “The flow on effects of the project will now inject over $12M of activity into the economy. It will also provide local jobs, a boost to local businesses, and will be completed over the next 12 months.”

7 State President visits QCWA Tully Branch Friday, October 22, 2021

RECENTLY, the Tully Branch of QCWA had a visit from the State President, Sheila Campbell. The State President visited all QCWA Branches in the Far North Qld Division, from Cooktown to Tully and the Atherton Tablelands. The last time Sheila visited the Tully QCWA Hall was when it was reopened after Cyclone Yasi. The Hall suffered some major damage and was repaired and brought back to the wonderful building it is currently. Sheila was very impressed with the condition of the Hall and what a wonderful asset it is for the community. Recently, the car parking area in the grounds has been surfaced with road base, making driving and parking in wet weather much easier and a lot safer. The Hall is used to host QCWA Meetings and functions, and it is available to the community and organisations to hire, at a very reasonable rate. It is fully air conditioned, has a commercial kitchen, and wheelchair access. The Tully QCWA Hall is located at 5 Plumb Street, and it is a great venue for workshops, meetings, classes, exhibitions, and occasions, such as a memorial or a family celebration. Please make enquiries to qcwatully@outlook.com. All money raised through hall hire goes back to the community and

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towards upkeep of the Hall. The QCWA was established in 1922 and has 3400 Members throughout Queensland. Their vision is for women of Queensland to come together to support communities, celebrate their interests, and forge friendships in a respectful and caring environment. This is achieved by advocating and providing opportunities for women around education, health, and community, throughout every phase of a woman’s life. The QCWA is a very diverse organisation and caters for many interests. There is something there for everyone. The Tully QCWA Branch meets on the first Monday of every month at the Hall, located at 5 Plumb Street. New Members are always welcome. Presently the Branch is running a Christmas Raffle (First prize $300)

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and are planning a stall at the Tully Street Christmas Party. Tully Branch served the morning tea at the Morning Melodies Performance in Tully on September 29. The winner of the raffle drawn at Morning Melodies was J. Simmonds, ticket Red 58D, and the 100-board winner drawn at Morning Melodies was Jamie, square 26. The winner of the 100-board drawn on October 5 was Kathy B, square 26. For more information about the QCWA please refer to their website www.qcwa.org.au or www.facebook. com/QCWA1922/ or Tully Branch qcwatully@outlook. com.

Inside the Hall (from left): Meg Trimble (QCWA Far North Division President), Robyn Newham (QCWA Tully), Kate Henry (QCWA Tully), Rhonda Walton (QCWA Tully), Noelene Byrne (QCWA Tully), Sheila Campbell (QCWA State President).

To keep doing the things we love, there’s something we all need to do first. Book your COVID-19 vaccination. Visit Australia.gov.au or call 1800 020 080. On the steps of the Hall (standing left to right) Rhonda Walton (QCWA Tully Secretary), Robyn Newham (QCWA Tully), Sheila Campbell (QCWA State President), Ellen Leech (QCWA Tully President). Seated: Noelene Byrne (QCWA Tully Treasurer).

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Local QCWA members meet their State President MARIA GIRGENTI

QCWA SILKWOOD branch recently welcomed new State President Sheila Campbell, who had a whirlwind tour of the Far North region when she met and discussed issues with members. Silkwood and Flying Fish Point members welcomed Campbell at Silkwood QCWA Hall, and Silkwood President Jean Rosendahl presented her with local gifts of Aussie Pepper and her signature home-made honey. This tour of the region started with an invitation by QCWA Division President Meg Trimble for the State President to visit the Freshwater branch. During her week in the region, Campbell met with members of all Far Northern Division branches, which include Kuranda, Mount Molloy, Cooktown, Mossman, Port Douglas, Smithfield, Freshwater, Deeral, Earlville, Tully, and Babinda. Campbell attended a Division Executive meeting at Gordonvale Hall, visited the hall and cottage at Flying Fish Point, and Innisfail, Tully, Babinda halls, met with members of Atherton Tableland division and new State Vice President Northern Region Christine Reghenzani OAM, and attended a dinner with members at Kurrimine Beach Motel.

This is the first time an incumbent State President has ever toured the region, and for most branches, the first time a State President has ever visited. Campbell stayed at QCWA units in Kurrimine and Cairns and expressed her appreciation to all the FND branches for their hospitality. Throughout her tour, she was impressed by the diverseness of each branch and the ways they work in their community and with other community organisations. “Members were so welcoming, and it was great to catch up with old friends and make new connections, such as Lottie Hastie, aged one hundred, in Mareeba. Every QCWA branch is unique, with Freshwater holding Company, Cards, Craft, and Cuppa Day on Fridays, which is popular, to a soup kitchen run every Monday at Cooktown. Campbell became elected as the new State President of Queensland Country Women's Association at their AGM in Brisbane on June 26 and replaced Christine King. Campbell, who hails from Jandowae, has been a branch member of QCWA for 24 years and is thrilled to take on the new role. After moving to Mackay, Campbell joined the

Seaforth Pioneer branch in 1996, as she did not know anyone, and all her children had grown up. Since then, she has held executive positions in branches, and was then appointed in 2012 as State Vice President for the Southern region, which covers the bottom half of Queensland. “QCWA has provided valuable friendships, the confidence to step out of my comfort zone, and the ability to do things I have not done before,” Campbell stated. “As QCWA is soon to be celebrating its centenary, I believe the organisation still has an important presence in the community.” “It is a safe and welcoming place where women can come and leave their problems behind, and I encourage all women aged 18+ to come and join this amazing sisterhood.” “I believe the friendship, mentoring, networking, and advocacy that QCWA provides to women is just as relevant now, as it was when we first started in 1921.” This weekend, members from Silkwood and Flying Fish Point branches will attend the QCWA state conference in Gladstone.

QCWA State President Sheila Campbell with Members of Silkwood and Flying Fish Point QCWA branches welcomed QCWA State President Silkwood members Jean Rosendahl and Agnes Sheila Campbell to the region. Tait at the Silkwood QCWA Hall.

Do Not Regret Growing Older! BY LIZ TODD TULLY NURSING HOME PRESIDENT TO grow old is a privilege denied to many. So today we want to acknowledge those in our community who have lived a long life and contributed to building our region. In fact, did you know that we have more older people in our area than the Australian average (ABS, 2016)? Our Home has 52 residents, with the majority being here for age-related health conditions.

interested, please contact Gail on 4068 2355. You will need to have your flu vaccination certificate, plus your pet needs to be up to date with their vaccinations (as a protection for our residents). And finally, if you have an older neighbour, please take the time to visit or telephone them. I am sure they will appreciate it!

One of our oldest residents, Dot (see photo), recently enjoyed a barbecue lunch, pancakes, and poetry with other residents and volunteers. When we put this photo on our Facebook page, she received some lovely comments from people who have enjoyed her company. She is a quiet and kind lady, who does not make a fuss. We have just introduced a new birthday celebration, with Keith being our first resident to receive a cake and present last week. He certainly looked pretty chuffed in the photo. Happy birthday Keith! Animals are known to be great therapy for residents in aged care, so we continue to encourage people to bring their calm and friendly pets to the Home (for example dogs, cats, and even horses). If you are

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“The task force is now six months on from operationalising the legislative reforms to tackle youth crime and while the preliminary indications are delivering the much-needed response to protect the community, there is a lot more work to be done,” Assistant Commissioner Scanlon said.

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Assistant Commissioner Cheryl Scanlon said intervening and rehabilitating young offenders was crucial in breaking the cycle of crime and delivering long-term change.

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The Youth Justice Taskforce is focused on building intensive multi-agency case management of high-risk repeat youth offenders in the top 10 per cent cohort across the state.

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A new strategy to case manage every serious repeat youth offender in Queensland has been announced as part of the next phase of the Youth Justice Taskforce reform agenda.

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“The next phase of the task force involves rigorous intensive multi-agency case management of each of the children in the serious repeat offender cohort.

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“We know this group of young people have very complex social and family dysfunction which will require a more tailored approach to ensure the intervention is effective.

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“Our holistic approach is to have all relevant government and non-government agencies involved in a timely and coordinated intervention strategy which can be sustained long term.”

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Senior Executive Director of Youth Detention Operations and Reform at the Department of Children, Youth Justice and Multicultural Affairs, Michael Drane, said the next phase was focused on long-term, meaningful change.

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“Repeat youth offenders must be held accountable, but they must also be given the opportunity to turn their lives around,” he said.

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“We know this is a difficult task which requires extensive intervention and is only effective after the very basic underlying causes of offending are addressed.

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“Our cross-agency taskforce will focus on coordinating strategies to address these issues, including education, employment, health, accommodation and family supervision. “Each agency involved will work practically to case manage the small cohort of repeat young offenders and deliver interventions in every aspect of their life where needed.” The Youth Justice Taskforce began operations on February 15, 2021, while reforms targeting serious repeat offenders commenced on April 30 through changes to the Youth Justice and Other Legislation Act. The reforms included new laws enabling a presumption against bail for serious repeat offenders and the ability for a court to seek assurances from parents or guardians before an offender is released.

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Maraka Queen and Princess Contest THIS year’s Ingham Maraka Queen and Princess quest is shaping up to be a tough contest. With seven entrants for each, the Judges are going to have a tough time deciding who will be crowned at the Mardi Gras on Saturday, October 30. Reigning Maraka Queen, Amy Shadforth, says that the Queen Quest, sponsored by the Royal Hotel, has attracted its highest number of entries in nearly ten years. “Having missed out on the festival last year due to Covid, the seven girls were keen to get on board this year to ensure the tradition was kept alive, and also have some fun along the way. It’s a great way for them to meet new people Queens Entrant 1: Claudine D’emden Sponsored by Apex Club of Herbert River, ILove Boutique, and BP Halifax. Claudine works as Full-time Registered Nurse at the Ingham Hospital. Entrant 2: Jessie Gofton Sponsored by Cosca, Oswin Insurance Services, and Galipos Midtown Meats. Jessie works as an Accountant with Cosca and a hospitality worker at the Hinchinbrook Hotel. Entrant 3: Ava Stanford Sponsored by Lions Club Ingham, Lisa Maree, and The Royal Hotel. Ava works as a part-time Nursing Student with Palms Age Care. Entrant 4: Mackenzie Di Bartolo Sponsored by Rotary Club of Hinchinbrook, The Royal Hotel, and

and get out of their comfort zone and do something for the community,” Miss Shadforth said. “We hope the community come along to the Queen Presentation Night on Saturday, October 23,at the Jockey Club, where they will be introduced to everyone, and afterwards we can all let our hair down and dance the night away” Miss Shadforth advised that the experience of being crowned Maraka Queen in 2019 had been a great one. “It’s not something I ever saw myself doing, but I'm so glad I did it. It was a wonderful experience, I met a great group of girls, and we all had a blast.” The following day is the Maraka

Entrant 1: Emylee Dametto Emylee is 11 years old and attends Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School. Emylee is the daughter of Michelle Dametto. Her hobbies and interests include Circuit, soccer, art, painting, crafts, and sprints. Entrant 2: Amy Williams Amy is 12 years old and attends Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School. Amy is the daughter of Steven and Kristen Williams.

Both the Queen and the Princess will be crowned during the Mardi Gras in Rotary Park on Saturday October 30. Ms. Shadforth stated that the Judges certainly have a hard task ahead when it comes time for them to pick the winning Queen and Princess. “I couldn’t pick. I honestly couldn’t pick. All the entrants are great girls. They all excel in their individual fields and contribute to the community in their own way. I’d hate to be the one to have to pick one above the rest.” Who will be crowned this year’s Royal Hotel Maraka Queen and Princess? Make sure you are at the Mardi Gras on Saturday, October 30, to see the winners crowned.

Lahdah Hair. Mackenzie works as a Disability Support Worker with Ingham Disability Entrant 5: Taneale Engler Sponsored by Lower Herbert Halifax Lions Club, Maddies Hair Bar, and Ingham Disability Support Services. Taneale works as Disability Support Worker with Ingham Disability. Entrant 6: Imogen Batty Sponsored by Guido Panel and Paint, Snippers, and Moduline. Imogen works as a Supervisor and Cashier at Woolworths Ingham. Entrant 7: Karli Casanovas Sponsored by Rotary Club of Hinchinbrook, Hinchinbrook Shire Council, and JB Marine. Karli works as an Administration Maraka Festival Queen Group. 1. Mackenzie DiBartolo 2. Imogen Support Officer with the Hinchinbrook Batty 3.Taneale Engler 4. Ava Stanford 5. Jessie Gofton 6. Karli Shire Council. Casanovas 7. Claudine D’emden

Maraka Festival Princess Group. 1. Sienna Mammino 2. Emilee Dametto 3. Charlie Flitton 4. jess Furber 5. Kayla Flynn Princess Entrants

Afternoon Tea, held at the Royal Hotel. Again, the Queens will present themselves, however it will also be a chance for the gathering to be introduced to the Maraka Princess’ entrants. Maraka Princess Coordinator Anna DiBella said that the girls are all excited to be involved in this year’s events. “We have a lovely group of girls running in the Maraka Princess competition this year, and they are all very excited to be involved in the upcoming events,” Mrs. DiBella advised. “They are all looking forward to the Afternoon Tea, and, in particular, the Procession, where they get to experience being part of the Maraka Princess float.”

Her hobbies and interests include horse riding, cricket, camping, fishing, art, craft, and reading. Entrant 3: Kayla Flynn Kayla is 9 years old and attends Mount Fox State Primary School Kayla is the daughter of Jessica Leggett and Errol Flynn. Her hobbies and interests include horse riding, swimming, mustering cattle, and Rugby League. Entrant 4: Charlotte Di Bella Charlotte is 9 years old and attends Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School.

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Charlotte is the daughter of Katlyn Barra and Daniel Di Bella. Her hobbies and interests include dancing, art, and photography. Entrant 5: Jess Furber Jess is 12 years old and attends Gilroy Santa Maria College. Jess is the daughter of Ricky and Meagan Furber. Her hobbies and interests include netball, gymnastics, and horse riding. Entrant 6: Sienna Mammino Sienna is 11 years old and attends Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School. Sienna is the daughter of Paul and

Tiffany Mammino. Her hobbies and interests include cricket and boxing, and all things with animals and craft. Entrant 7: Charli Flitton Charli is 11 years old and attends Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School Charli is the daughter of Tony and Michelle Flitton. Her hobbies and interests include reading, dancing, spending time with friends, cooking, spending time at the beach, walking, and spending time with her two staffie dogs, and spending time with her family.

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The Feast of St Gerard Majellan THE Feast of Saint Gerard Majellan was held at St Clare’s Parish Church in Tully on October 16, 2021. It was wonderful that the celebration was able to go ahead this year with limited Covid restrictions.

and surrounding areas. The mass was celebrated by Fr Tims and Fr Joby. A Special Blessing took place for the mothers and children. The Mass was followed by a procession in the street.

St Gerard is the Patron Saint of Mothers and Children and of those who have been falsely accused.

Children dressed in traditional clothing and took part in the day’s activities. The Feast concluded with delicious Italian food, live entertainment, and fireworks.

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LANDMARK talks are underway for Indonesia to become a participating country in the Australian Agricultural Worker Visa. Minister for Agriculture and Northern Australia, David Littleproud said this is a major step forward to relieve the workforce pressures that Australian farmers and our agricultural industries are currently facing. “This is history in the making and Australians can be very proud that

Indonesia would like to be part of our Visa Scheme,” said Mr Littleproud. “As one of our closest neighbours and trading partners, I am very pleased that Indonesia is eager to strengthen our relationship even further. “Farmers and all those involved in growing our ag industries can be encouraged by this announcement. “The Ag Visa is the biggest structural reform to the agricultural workforce we have ever seen.

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“The Visa will provide a long-term, reliable workforce for our critical industries while solving one of regional Australia’s greatest challenges in recent history.” “Australian farmers should also be encouraged by the fact more than 50,000 workers are available under our Pacific mobility programs. “New South Wales have moved to allow for quarantine free travel for fully vaccinated workers from 1 November

Farmers feral over frozen pig funding – Katter questions Ag Minister KENNEDY MP, Bob Katter, has penned a Question with Notice to the Federal Minister for Agriculture asking him to explain why a nearly $30 million pool of funding is still sitting in the kitty since May, when it could be put to use to help farmers prevent catastrophic feral pig damage to their crops. The question penned to Minister Littleproud seeks clarification after he told media in Cairns earlier this month that there was 1“over $20 million” available to support farmers with pig mitigation and management. But it turns out, the only funding available cannot be accessed by farmers directly, and in one instance, is yet to have a formal distribution process formalised, so

has been sitting frozen since the Budget was handed down in May. Mr Katter wants a portion of the funding reallocated and made available to farmers in the form of grants. “These farmers aren’t asking for a handout,” he said. “The farmers will make a contribution – they are desperate to get this under control. One cane farmer lost more than half their crushing crop this year. “Obviously 90 per cent of this problem is coming from the pigs in the National Parks and World Heritage areas and everyone who knows and lives beside the National Parks, knows them as fire starters, pig pens and weed nurseries.

2021 which is great news. “I would encourage all other states to follow suit. We have committed to bringing in an additional 12,500 workers by March 2022 and I would call on all states to help fast-track quarantine arrangements for Pacific workers before the end of the year.’ The Government is also in discussions with a number of other countries regarding their participation in the Visa.

“So it’s you who created the problem, you’re the one maintaining the problem and you’ve taken one of the most effective solutions off us – our guns.” Mr Katter said recreational shooting is but one method for managing the pigs and that the grants would be put to use by farmers to install fencing on the border of the national parks, aerial shooting, trapping or for other commercial pig management services. He also said it was unacceptable that the $29.1 million allocated to support farmers and land managers to “manage established pest animals and weeds” is still sitting there six months after budget. “Once again this demonstrates the complete inability of the Government to govern. Nearly $30 million has been sitting there since May. It’s nothing more than a dead letter office.”

Sugar Mill Crushing Statistics

Wilmar Sugar Herbert region mills Week 18 ending October 16, 2021 This week

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South Johnstone Mill

Week 18 ending October 15, 2021

Week 17 ending October 17, 2021

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IN MEMORIUM Giuseppe ''Joe'' Quagliata

ADAM DOUGLAS FORSTER 25/11/1970 – 25/10/2011

Born 26 May 1935

Your life was a blessing, Your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words, And missed beyond measure.

Died 25 October 2020

Love from Linda, Zayn, Tayla, Ronis, Ian, Cristy and Ashton

EL ARISH HALL COMMITTEE Fundraising for the Centenary Celebrations of the School

25/11/1970 – 25/10/2011

Always Remembered Mary and the Girls

Forever in my heart. Your Loving “Mumbo”

WANTED TO BUY

MEETINGS

John Deere

MEETING at Cardwell Coastguard on Bowen Street, CARDWELL, Next Monday, 25th October at 3.30pm to discuss the REFORMING of the Cardwell Coastguard

Ride-On Mowers Any Condition

Instant Pickup – Cash Paid

0408 465 162

FUNERAL DIRECTORS FUNERAL NOTICE

PEARCE, Roland Armand “Roley” Aged 82 years. Late of Wongaling Beach. Beloved Husband of Jocelyn (Josy). Loved Father and Father-In-Law of Jenny and Paul, Toni and Leonie. Cherished Poppa Roley of Matthew. All Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend a Graveside Service for Roley commencing at 11.00a.m., Monday, 25th October, 2021 at the New Tully Lawn Cemetery.

HOMES FOR SALE

Home for Private Sale Bluff Rd Bilyana

from 7 am until 3 pm El Arish RSL Memorial Hall $10 per site. Hall open at 5 am for setting up. Stall Holders please book by October 30, 2021  Sausage Sizzle  Basket of Groceries Raffle  Tea and Coffee

There’s a 3 bedroom house with solar and 3 sheds on 10 acres of land A dam and creek passing by Fully fenced Bitumen to the front gate, a bus stop out the front, a boat ramp up the road and a school close by

0400 739 200

for inquiries please call Tony on 07 4066 9774

CAR BOOT SALE

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2021

FOR SITE BOOKINGS PLEASE PHONE:

ADAM DOUGLAS FORSTER Softly the leaves of memory fall, Gently I gather and treasure them all, Unseen, unheard, you are always here... So missed, so loved, so very dear.

CAR BOOT SALE

Looking for a local job?

$225,000 ONO

ACCOMMODATION

VILLA MARINE APARTMENTS

Fully self contained, Yorkeys Knob Cairns Pet Friendly Find it in the Wet Tropic Times 2 persons 1 night $109.00 2 person 2 nights $198.00

CLASSIFIEDS

Phone: 4055 7158

SITUATIONS VACANT

People & Culture Assistant, Tropical North Queensland Start or continue your HR and WHS career in a positive and supportive workplace culture. Are you looking for an opportunity to be a part of an organisation with a value-based culture, high staff satisfaction and a commitment to continual improvement? Reporting to the People and Culture Specialist within the corporate services team, this role provides general administrative support on HR and workplace healthy and safety and plays an integral role in looking after our current and future needs of our staff. We are looking for: • An administration superstar with advanced Microsoft Word and Excel. • Great interpersonal and communication skills. • A keen eye for safety in the workplace. • Strong attention to detail. • A warm and friendly team player. Terrain NRM is a leading not for profit environmental management organisation. We think innovatively and act collaboratively to increase the resilience of the rainforests, reefs, landscapes and local communities of the Wet Tropics.

Members of the Australian Funeral Directors Assoc.

Funeral Home – Chapel & Crematorium Bronze Plaques – Funeral Bonds 18 Scullen Avenue Innisfail (07) 4061 6806 66 Butler Street, Tully (07) 4068 1188

Servicing the Cassowary Coast for Three Generations

The details: • Preferably based in Tully in Tropical North Queensland • Permanent part time (29 hours per week) • Positive workplace culture • Flexible working arrangements (school hours negotiable) • 5 weeks annual leave • Good renumeration: $63,305 - $68,525 full time equivalent (72.5 hours per fortnight). To apply or find out more, download the application kit at www.terrain.org.au/employment Applications close Monday 1 November 2021 at 10:00 AM (AEST).

Wet Tropic Times

Friday, October 22, 2021

Times CLASSIFIEDS WET TROPIC

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGS Herbert River Athletic Club Inc.

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

INVITATION TO GROWERS

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2021 4 pm at the George Day Oval, INGHAM

BUSINESS FOR SALE

GOOD VIBRATIONS MUSIC IS UP FOR SALE

Reduced Price: $88,000

Stocked up ready to go If shop doesn’t sell, I will be closing on December 24, 2021

Enquiries: 4068 3166

Annual General Meeting •When: Tuesday 26th. October, commencing at 7 am • Where: HCPSL Offices, 181 Fairford Road Ingham 4850 • Guest Speaker: Dr. Alex Olsen

“AutoWeed technology – the future in weed control” Breakfast will be provided

Church times across the region AOG / ACC / Churhes Of Christ

Tully Family Church, 9am, Sun, 2 Watkins St, Tully Cardwell AOG, 9:30am Sun, Shire Hall, Cardwell Mission Beach Family Church, 6pm, Sun, Unit 3, 2-4 Stephens Street, Mission Beach

Cardwell Baptist Church,

Baptist Family Centre Innisfail,

11am, Sun, Bruce Highway, Cardwell

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

Sugar Reef Baptist Church,

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

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

SITUATIONS VACANT

GENERAL NOTICES

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

Assistant Principal—Religious Education

St Rita’s School, South Johnstone Full Time Fixed Term Position (5 year contract) Commencing: 17 January 2022 Applications Close: 27 October 2021

Position of Leadership— Learning & Teaching / Diversity

St Rita’s School, South Johnstone Part Time Fixed Term Position (3 year contract) Commencing: 17 January 2022 Applications Close: 27 October 2021

Assistant Principal—Religious Education

Unclaimed Cent sale Prizes Blue – 0072979 Yellow – 0245877 Pink – 0175020 Call Gina 0428 681 566

St Rita’s School, Babinda Full Time Fixed Term Position (5 year contract) Commencing: 17 January 2022 Applications Close: 24 October 2021 For further information, please visit:

www.cns.catholic.edu.au or Cairns Catholic Education Employment Opportunities Facebook page Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.

Thank you to all who attended and to all businesses who donated prizes and vouchers.

SITUATIONS VACANT Position Available – Cleaner Mena Creek State School is seeking an energetic team member to join our cleaning team, working 20.25 hours per week, split shift - (mornings and afternoons) Monday to Friday. Please email your resume & references to admin@menacreekss.eq.edu.au or post applications to Principal; Mena Creek State School, Post Office, Mena Creek, 4871, marked “Private and Confidential.” The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 29th October 2021. If you require further information contact the school on 4065 3221. All prospective employees must make application for, and be able to obtain, a suitability card from Blue Card Services. ALL permanent appointments will be subject to a three month probation period and will be required to undergo a criminal history check before the appointment can proceed.

DRIVERS WANTED Blenners Transport is looking for Local/Top End Drivers based in the TULLY area who hold a HC/MC licence. For more information please contact:

Alex 0467 684 441

Baptist Independent, 11am, Sun, 77 Halifax Rd, Ingham

Non-denominational

shop@goodvibrationsmusic.com.au

LEADERSHIP POSITIONS

9:30am, S, “The Knightclub” 38 Herbert St, Ingham

Empower Church Innisfail,

Uniting Churches

IGA - $300 Gift Card – Karen Hawkins $5 – 100’s Club - $250 – Denis Marsilio $2 – 100’s Club Blue Chart $100 – Keely Dwyer Green Chart $100 – W. Morley Pink Chart $100 – Chris Pappalardo Purple Chart $100 – Italia $10 – 100’s Club $10 Winners – C & S Quagliata, P & R French, Veronica Lizzio, John Vasta, Alicia Vasta, V Silvestro, Linda Gandini, Connie De Luca, Raymond Evans, Raymond Millini $25 Winners – V & S Silvestro, C & S Quagliata $50 Winner – Lara Pietrobon $300 Winner – John & Julianne Borgna

Churches of Christ Care Rockingham Home Aged Care Service, 9am Fri, 3rd Fri of month, 40 Jamieson St, Cardwell

Baptist Churches

RSVP – For catering purposes, please phone 47761808 if you will be attending.

ST. Gerards Raffle Results

Life Church, 10am, Sun, 28-32 Townsville Road, Ingham Youth Times are from 6:30pm-8:30pm

Cassowary Coast Uniting Churchs: Innisfail,

Mission Beach, 8am, Sun, 2224 Tully-Mission Beach Rd, Mission Beach,

Tully Tongan Uniting, 5pm, Sun, 6a Mcquillan st, Tully, Ingham District Uniting Churches: Ingham, 10am, Sun 16 Herbert St, Ingham

Kurrimine Beach, 3pm, 1st Sun of month, Kurrimine Beach Chapel (beside the motel), 5/9 Hawthorne Dr, Kurrimine Beach,

Halifax, 8am, Sun 12 Anderssen St, Halifax Blue Haven Lodge, Ingham, 11am (2nd & 4th Tues)

Seventh Day Adventist

Tully Seventh Day Adventist Church, Sat 9:30am Sabbath School, Sat 11am, 1 Edward St, Tully Ingham Seventh Day Adventist Church, Sat 9.30am - Bible Study; Sat 11.00 am - Main Service, 8 Stallan St, Ingham

Seventh Day Adventist Innisfail, 10:30am, Sat ,Bible Study, 11am, Sat, 114 Lawrence Road, Bamboo Creek

Lutheran

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

Anglican Churches

St Albans Anglican Church, 9am, Sun, 83 Rankin Street, Innisfail St John Anglican Church, 5pm, Sat, 2 Black Street, Tully John Oliver Feetham Pioneer Memorial 9am, Sun, 45 Bruce Highway, Cardwell

Catholic Diocese

St John Anglican Church, 3pm, 3rd Sun of month, Motel Chapel, Kurrimine Beach Holy Trinity (Ingham), 6pm Sat, 9:30am, Sun, 37 McIlwraith Street,Ingham All Souls, 7:30am, Sun, 10 Four Mile Road, Victoria Estate St Clare’s, 6.00pm Sat Vigil; 9am Sun 13 Mars St, Tully

St Rita’s Babinda, 7am, Sun, 15 Church St, Babinda Mother of Good Counsel, Our Lady Star of the Sea, 6:30pm Sat Vigil, 9am, Sun, 90 8:30am, 1st Sun/month, 5pm Rankin St, Innisfail Sun (except 1st Sunday), Our Lady of Fatima, 10am, Sun, 32 Glasgow 121 Victoria St, Cardwell Street, El Arish, Ingham Region Catholic St John the Evangelist, Parishes: 6pm, Sat, 4 Harold Street, Silkwood, St Patrick’s, 8:30am, St Rita’s South Sunday, 18 Abbott Street, Johnstone, 7am, 1st, 3rd Ingham & 5th/month, 5 Green Street, St Peter’s, 7am, Sunday, South Johnstone 10 Scott Street, Halifax, Christ the King, 7am, 2nd & 4th/month, 10 Canossa Chapel, 10am, Harbour Road, Mourilyan Sunday, St Teresa’s College / Holy Spirit, Mission 3819 Abergowrie Rd Beach 7am Sun, 12 Webb Rd, St Teresa’s, Trebonne, Wongaling Beach 10am

Wet Tropic Times

Friday, October 22, 2021

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Times WET TROPIC

TRADES & SERVICES

INSTALLING AND CLEANING

Registered Acupuncturist AIRCONDITIONING

Private Health Fund Rebates Traditional & Laser Acupuncture Cupping Therapy Holistic Treatments, Healing & Pain Relief

Tully: Tuesday and Saturday Innisfail: Wednesday and Friday

0474 531 775

•Michael Electrical Contractor Licence: 82279 • Arctick Dean 0400 029 488Licence: L045699 • RTA Number: AU45324

mickodean@hotmail.com Michael Dean 0400 029 488

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 AUTO ELECTRICAL  AIR CONDITIONING  AUDIO  BATTERIES  DIAGNOSTIC TESTS

AUTO ELECTRICIANS

ACUPUNCTURE

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PHONE - (07) 4068 1411

BOOK NOW !!! PHONE:

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BARBERS

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OPEN:

Gents Haircuts ............... $15 Monday to Ladies Haircuts .............. $20 Saturday Children Haircuts from ... $10

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BUILDER OF NEW HOMES / RENOVATIONS / EXCAVATIONS AND TIP TRUCK HIRE

Back in Motion Constructions Chiropractic

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Hours:

INNISFAIL 0410577944 0410 577 944

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www.purkonconstructions.com.au andrew@purkonconstructions.com.au

AND TIP TRUCK HIRE

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Cabinetmaker ANDREW PURKISS 0410577944

0419 711 946 1 Watkins Street, Tully Office: 4068 8099 Tuesday 8am - 12pm Thursday 9am - 6pm

BUILDER/OPERATOR tropwd60@bigpond.net.au

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CHIROPRACTORS

CABINETMAKERS

BUILDER/OPERATOR

Specialising in Kitchens, Shops & Office Fitouts FAMILY CHIROPRACTOR VanitiesTully: & Robes 4068 2225

Innisfail: 4061 2225 QBBC Lic No: 042363 ABN: 20 918 868 764

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Contact Trevor and Brenton Edwards 0427 665 571 or 0428 842 151

DENTISTS

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0428 312 340 QBCC: 1140513

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Email: smithygreg@bigpond.com EMAIL: smithygreg@bigpond.com

 MAINTENANCE  SPANLIFT SHEDS  NEW HOMES

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QBCC: 1140513 Renovations Maintenance PHONE: Splanlift Sheds New Homes

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 FAMILY CARE  PEDIATRICS  PRE & POST NATAL CARE  SPORTS INJURIES

INNISFAIL 4061 2225 Monday - Friday

B. App Sci (Human Movement and Health Studies) B. Hlth Sci (Chiropractic) M. Clinical Chiropractic

TULLY 4068 2225 Tuesday and Thursday

Servicing Cardwell to Innisfail

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY Times CHIROPRACTOR CHIROPRACTOR 11 Watkins Street, Tully OPEN 58 Ernest St, Innisfail NOW

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ENGINEERING

ADDRESSING: • ENGINE RECO • & DEAD AXLES For horses and peopleFAMILY CARE PEDIATRICS PRE • Headaches • Lymphatic drainage • HEAD RECO • HARVESTER REPAIRS & POST NATAL CARE SPORTS INJURIES • Improved balance and stability • Improved general mobility and flexibility • TURNING

Family Chiropractor

and

PAINTING PRESSURE CLEANING

Raynor Massage

Phone: (07) 4061 2225 Fax: (07) 4061 1177

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Servicing the Cassowary Coast DOMESTIC INSTALLATION MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS SPLIT SYSTEM A/C INSTALLS

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Across State or ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR Large Range In Stock Now

Dr. Tina Balomenos

Rising Sun Shopping Centre Shop 1, 27 Owen St Innisfail, QLD 4860

MOWING CONTRACTORS

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SCHOOL

Wet Tropic Times

Friday, October 22, 2021

Strong community support for Ingham State School Fete SARI HYYTINEN A sense of excitement to be back out supporting their local community drew a strong crowd to Ingham State School last Saturday in support of their biannual school fete. Being the first fete that the State School has hosted since COVID, the event garnered strong support from 130 businesses and community members, who donated their time and gifts. “Today is our opportunity to give back to the community and give back to the families by offering a few rides and a lot of fun stuff,” said Ingham State

School’s P&C current President Shawn Hague.

his efforts.

“We have a few things on the agenda that we would like to do with the money raised. We have some shade sails we want to get up, so the kids are safe. Some more seating areas and some more water coolers. Depending on how much money comes through the gate determines how much we can give back to the school.”

“We have our different stalls, we have a kid’s corner, we have plants over here, we have got cakes, sweets, and crafts, we have got lucky bags, bottle stalls, and jars stalls. They are all donated. Our biggest stalls are our cent sale and our raffle. These were all donated by volunteers! We have some fantastic prizes, we have a signed Cowboys’ jersey, we have a $400 travel voucher, we have BBQs, we have toy John Deer trikes, and all this kind of stuff. We have been incredibly lucky that the community has supported us so well!”

Hague has been involved with the P&C for the last five years and shared how rewarding it feels to be a volunteer and commit the time to volunteering when he sees everything come together and the reward for

Ingham State School P&C thank:

Students performing

Lucky Bags Stall:Trista and Lauren Kopeshke.

Jordan Friday performing for an enraptured audience.

William having fun riding the black buggy.

Rhianna laughing excitedly as she rides the mechanical bull.

Bottles & Jars Stall: Danielle Pappin and Adeline Holzberger.

SCHOOL

Friday, October 22, 2021

Wet Tropic Times

Ingham State School Fete sponsors Repco

Mowers

Tropical Vets

Ingham Manufacturers

Ingham Family Medical

Guardian Pharmacy

Mitre 10

Cellarbrations

Beaumont Tiles

Ingham Real Estate

Royal Hotel

Goodyear Autocare

NQ Employment

Jufu Chinese Restaurant

Ingham Toyota

Leonardi Accountants

Spic 'n' Span

Tony’s Hairdressing Salon

Hinchinbrook Autowash

Because You Deserve It Beauty

McDonalds Restaurant

Rachael Optometrist

Studio 54 Hair Design

Family

Cauchi

Menz

Ingham Sewing Centre

Coles Ingham

Hinchinbrook Group

Keir Steele Solicitors

Waldon

Dental

Barnes Sewing Centre

Lisa Maree

Majestic Cafe

Coscer

NAB, Ingham

JK's Delicatessen

Oasis Coffee Lounge

Elders Insurance

I Love Boutique

Nutrien Harcourts Ingham

Belgarra Designs

Lees Hotel

CBA, Ingham

Let It Be Blues

Westpac Ingham

Barber Cynthia

Ingham Real Estate

Ingham Wholelife Pharmacy & Healthfoods

Supercheap Auto

Subway, Ingham Duffy's Auto Electrical Fiori With Love

Ingham Newsagency

QSL

La Monro Hair & Beauty

Ray White Real Estate Bisson's Electrical Lahtinen's Electrical Coscer Accountants Carey Group, Ingham Lou's Food Emporium Silly Sollys Ingham Mazda

Brothers Sport and Community Club Ingham

Massage Matters Casa Pasta Chiesa & Sons Butchery

Ingham Embroidery Shirt Designs

Snippers Boutique

Optimise Wellness

Merv's Stationery

KFC, Ingham

Canegrowers Mitre 10

Bakehouse on Central

Mick's Bread Kitchen

Robyn's Mobile Computer Services

Julie's Ravs

Jess M Scent

TerryWhite Ingham

Chemmart

Health

Hinchinbrook Hotel Galipos Meats Heaven

The Paper Shop

Australia Post, Ingham Ingham Travel J&B Manne Norwex Vicki Turner Tupperware, Milan

Melissa

Woolworths, Ingham

JoJo's Place

Hinchinbrook Supplies

Bike & Power Ingham

Russo & Vella Machinery

NQIB Insurance Brokers

Cheapa Auto Spares

Toyworld Ingham

Herbert River RSL

My Family Dental

Homemakers Ingham

Blanco's Butchers

Bunnings Warehouse, North Shore

Harvey Norman Ingham

Ace Computer Solutions

Skylar & Me Handmade

Ingham

Motorcycles

Rural

Cowboys Leagues Club

Hair

120 Raffles prizes donated by community members and community businesses.

Performance Physio

Tweak Fitness Hip Pocket Workwear & Safety

Soy Candles Gracie Jay Waxent Ruth Chaplain Art & Events Sealink Ferries The Ville Hotel Grand Chancellor Big Mama Sailing Cairns Aquarium Nick Dametto, MP House of Harvey Lauren Ambrose Photography The Bloom Yard Pretty Little Pea Designs

JS & KA Plumbing & Draining Norwex, Melissa Perkins Wild Local Prawns Ingham Garden & Gifts Ingham Exhausts, 4X4 & Welding Felix Reitano Furniture Forrest Beach Hotel Desiree's Style Inn Helen Nail, Waxing & Massage Justine's Hair Design Mina Transport TMV Plumbing

El Arish State School Slime Spectacular

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SCHOOL

Friday, October 22, 2021

Tully State School’s Spring Fair draws a large crowd LARGE numbers of the Tully State School fraternity, community members, and visitors from further afield flocked to the school’s Spring Fair on Saturday afternoon and evening, October 16. Pleasantly surprised by the growing volume of attendees, more chairs were brought out of storage, and the multipurpose hall rapidly filled in anticipation of the Spring Fair being formally opened, by School Principal Jennifer Sloane and a ‘Welcome to Country’ by school student, George. This was followed by a concert with some very polished performances by the students. The Spring Fair is a biennial school fete organised by the Tully State School P&C Association. The students perform in the concert in their classes under the guidance of their classroom teachers and the school’s music teacher Jan Streater. The performances certainly reflected their hard work and were enthusiastically delivered by the accomplished students. Following the concert, attendees were able to access the stalls, and the entertainment and amusements began. Each class co-ordinated a stall, together with the P&C stalls of the Cent Sale,

a Raffle, tuckshop, and bar. This year, the school was truly fortunate to have many sponsors assist financially by sponsoring various amusements. These included Liquaforce, which sponsored the Jurassic Park Jumping Castle; and Cape York Tree Services, which sponsored the Gladiator Game. The mega raffle was sponsored by Blair's Alloy, Shane Knuth, Opal, Honeycombes, and local businesses. Australia Banana Company, Tyres Plus Tully, and Pacific Fasteners sponsored the helium balloon stall, and Agape Dental sponsored Lara the Clown. The Cent Sale received incredible support from so many local businesses that they are too numerous to name. The P & C were also very touched that many out-of-town businesses supported the school by donating prizes and vouchers. They received over 70 prizes, plus bonus prizes. Students’ families also contributed in many ways to make the fete a success. This included providing homemade cakes, chocolates, donuts, arts and crafts, and plants for the respective stalls.

School Principal Jennifer Sloane opening the concert with a Welcome to Country by George and Years 3-6 on stage ready to perform. Photo credit Jillian Cable

Tully State School Students showing off their banana bag creations from the Tully Show. (Left to right) Isabel, McKenzie,Yuvi, Savanna, Willow, Isla, and Mackinley.

A highlight for the children was the lolly drop delivered by the Tully Fire Brigade, with the lollies donated by Sweet Tease.

library and curriculum resources for the students to benefit from.”

Entertainment included the Tully State School Instrumental band, Tully Gym and Tramp Club, Tully Line Dancers, Tongan dancers, and our Banana Bag girls, who had participated in the Pakall Fashions on the Field at the 2021 Tully Show. President of the Tully State School P & C Association, Brenda Morice advised: “On behalf of the Tully State School P&C Association, I would like to thank the staff and parents of Tully State School for their support in the organisation, set up, and running of the Spring Fair. I would also like to extend my great appreciation to the many local and non-local businesses, TSS families and community groups for their support, contributions, and efforts towards the success of our 2021 Spring Fair, including the running of stalls, entertainment, food and drinks.” “With the funds raised, we anticipate being able to assist the school in upgrading more of the playgrounds within the school. We would also like to install a yarning circle of sorts within our school grounds, along with more

Katarina and Natiaya enjoying the fete

Year 1/2B Students dancing to “Cover me in Sunshine”

Tully State School Prep A students dancing to “Superheroes” Photo credit Jillian Cable

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Darlingia Forest School offers families an alternative education MARIA GIRGENTI DARLINGIA Forest School, which runs from a quaint Art Deco building at 89 Mourilyan Road, East Innisfail, recently held an Open Day for families to meet staff and see what the school has to offer, whilst the youngsters joined in a range of fun activities. The fun-filled morning included face painting, junk sculpture, clay play, morning tea, and special guest Rosie from Circus with Purpose. Darlingia, which caters from Prep to Year 4, is an independent, parentrun primary school focusing on direct outdoor education for active and creative learners. It is an intentionally small school, which means the program, based on the Australian Curriculum, caters for the individual needs and interests of each child. The school follows a unique blend of alternative schooling philosophies including Democratic Education, Forest Learning, and Place-Based Education. Based on these philosophies, the school has adopted three themes Voice, Connection to Self, and Connection to People and Place. Place-based education means learning/teaching takes place out of the classroom, and occurs in the local community, natural environment, kitchen, workshop, and garden.

Each week, children go on two excursions, one in the local community and an adventure day. Founder/Teaching Principal Debbie Schiel Zaini was born in South Africa, spent 10 years in Europe, and moved to Innisfail in 2001. She taught at various local primary schools and opened the alternative school in February 2021. The Non-State Schools accredited school, run by four volunteer board members, is government funded and registered as an Australian charity/notfor- profit entity. Darlingia runs from 9.00am 3.00pm and home-schooling families are welcome on Wednesdays, with a playgroup for families and their small children on Thursdays from 8.30am 10.30am. Teacher Jake Stockley was born in a remote Aboriginal community in the Northern Territory and grew up speaking and respecting the language and culture of the Yolngu people. He completed his primary education at Flying Fish Point State School, secondary at Innisfail State High School, and tertiary studies at James Cook University in Cairns. His experience includes working as a classroom teacher, school camp leader, team building facilitator, manager, and teacher trainer. Stockley spent eight years living and working as an educator in Australian

Aboriginal communities, including Yirrkala (Northern Territory), as well as Cambodia and Vietnam. Student fees are $500 per term, which equates to around $10/day and includes tuition, meals, books, resources, and weekly excursions. Payment plans are available with discounts for siblings and all new students are eligible for a halfterm trial. The school is looking for more children from Prep to Year 4 and welcomes new

THE Mundoo State School community will celebrate 126 years of delivering quality education in 2021, with of a full day of events this Saturday, October 23, starting at 9.00am, followed by the annual fete. Historical records indicate the first request for establishment of a Provisional School occurred at the end of September 1894, with a formal application lodged on November 13, 1894. After approval for Mundoo Provisional School and the purchase of land, the building reached completion by May 8, 1895. The school opened on August 5, 1895, with Ms Margaret O’Drane as the first teacher and twenty-four students enrolled, which increased to thirty-three by December. Due to geographical issues, the purchase of a central site took place and, in 1899, the school building relocated 1.6kms further east to a point on the present Mundoo aerodrome, which was more ideal with five mango trees to provide shade. The school suffered severe damage in the 1906 and 1918 cyclones and needed rebuilding.

In 1910, the school received official State School status. On August 12, 1951, the newly extended aerodrome opened, which meant planes were even closer to the school grounds. There was another move to a new site for the school in 1955, complete with two bright and airy classrooms.

enrolments. Darlingia is running a Kids Summer School over the December/January holidays at a cost of $250 per week with discounts for multiple weeks and/ or children and bookings close on November 12. Children’s activities include a juggling workshop, hula hoop making and giant bubbles with circus facilitator Rosie, as well as fun and creative projects such as mixed-media sculpture, acrylic painting, and pottery. For further information and bookings, please visit Darlingia Forest School Facebook page, website www.darlingia. org, or contact 0481 430 585.

Teacher Jake Stockley and Teaching Principal Debbie Schiel Zaini with children and families that attended the Darlingia Forest School Open Day.

Mundoo State School’s 126th anniversary celebrations MARIA GIRGENTI

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Australian Prime Minister Paul Keating visited the school in 1992, and three years later Mundoo State School celebrated its centenary. Since the 1990s, the election of school and house captains and the Student Council takes place each year, there are annual academic awards presentations,

and students and choirs compete at the Innisfail Young Performers competition. Additions in the 1990s, included the construction of a modular building, which provided classrooms for Years 2, 3, and 4, an undercover games area, adventure playground, a ‘clothes hoist inspired’ shade cover, and the establishment of the Don Russell Memorial Garden. One thing that has not changed at Mundoo State School since it opened in 1895, is the emphasis on strong family values, as well as community involvement with parents, students, and teachers.

The school’s enrolments had increased to 105 in June 1955, and by 1961 numbers had reached 201, however it was not until 1962 that B block was constructed. The school has seen many other changes, including the introduction of the telephone, cars, decimal currency, television, electricity, septic toilet systems, computers, and school uniforms. Popular school highlights included fancy dress balls, break up days, sports days, school camps, and fetes. Over 10 decades, the school community has experienced challenges such as The Great Depression, World War II, cyclones, floods, and, more recently, COVID-19. In the late 1960s, construction of the tuckshop was a major project, partially funded by the annual spring function, which included a car parade, fashions, and a dance.

Mundoo State School Principal Kristina Haigh, with Year 6 students in 2017.

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Innisfail Men’s Bowls THERE was a good roll-up of thirty-five bowlers on the green at last Thursday’s social bowls. After a game of fours and triples, Sergio Dalla Pozza, Sam Pagano, Tim Kerrigan, and Clem Kinbacher won the day. Thursday’s jackpot did not go off, so there will be extra draws this week. Visitors are most welcome, with names to be in by 12.30pm with the card called at 1:00pm. Bob Chaplain proved too consistent for Snow Clark in the consistency singles played last Friday in ever changing conditions. Please check the whiteboard for games requiring completion. Nominations for the 2021/2022 club fours are on the notice board and the draw will take place on October 25. This weekend is the Innisfail and South Johnstone Carnival of Bowls, with games taking place at both clubs. There will be a full green of visiting bowlers playing, so come down and watch these competitive games.

Silkwood Bowls Club SUNDAY, October 17 A Mixed Triples competition was played at Silkwood Bowls Club, with prize money for the first, second and third teams. Sixteen teams, with a total of fortyeight bowlers, took part in this enjoyable competition, allowing them to have fun on the green as well as testing their ability and the opportunity to win some money! The winning team, comprised of Judy Rick, Glennis Buttigieg, and Eddie Rick, scored 2 Wins + 26. Second place went to the team of K. Foord, M Hooker, and Louis Hoskin, who scored 2 Wins +23. Third place went to the team of D. Leach, Fred Caltabiano, and Anne Rowbotham, who scored 2 Wins +11. Congratulations to all! Silkwood Bowls enjoyed your company and thanks you for coming. Hopefully, we will meet you again soon. Wednesday, October 20 The team of “Dutchy” and Ann Hollingsworth defeated the Team of Alan Hudson / Barry Green, and Steve Hunter, 23/12. The team of Sergio Dalla Pozza and Anna Della Bella drew with the team of Delmo Tarditi and Tim Wallis, 21/21. We offer free coaching lessons to those who wish to experience the fun and challenges of lawn bowls. Age has no limit! Every Friday night, we hold our traditional BBQ and Barefoot Bowls. Our contact number is 0459 211 552. Please give us a call if you are in doubt of play. All are welcome. Anyone who would like to join us,

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Ray Downing / Bev Harrop (14) -v- Robyn Brunello / Avis Ray(8).

ON Wednesday afternoon, the ladies played two games of social bowls. Maisie Smith played until afternoon teatime, with Pam Anderson filling in as her replacement. Pam Anderson (Maisie Smith), Ann Rule, and Catarina Cook (17) defeated Eileen Hamann, Jan Dunn, and Diane Wheeler (5). Sue Morrison, Diana O’Brien, and Lyn Stevenson (20) defeated Bev Anderson, Dell Steve, and Marcia Ryall (8). Next Wednesday, October 27, twelve Innisfail ladies are playing in Ingham, which is a return trip following a visit from the Ingham ladies two years ago. The ladies will depart from the Innisfail Bowls Club at 8.00am and return the same day, so there will be no ladies bowls at Innisfail next Wednesday.

The winners were Val Zamora and Val Bradley. Each received $10. A free drink went to runners-up Ray Downing and Bev Harrop.

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Babinda Bowls Club THURSDAY Social Bowls’ winners were John Sheehan, Les Holland, Ron Omodei, and Jim Martinod. The runners-up were Les Maxwell, Joe Vella, and Jim Azzopardi. Please have you names in by 12.30pm for 1pm start this Thursday. The ‘5-A-Side Medley Bowls Day’ will be held on Sunday, November 7. This will be the last big game before the replacement of the carpet. Nominations are now being called for this novelty event. Three men and two ladies make up a team, playing singles, pairs, threes, and fours.

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WEDNESDAY, October 13 The first evening of our Night Bowls began at 6pm with thirteen Bowlers. Rod Bradley / Rita Hudson (17) -v- Peter Smith / Joan Mercer ( 14).

Silkwood Bowls Club players on the green

Joanne Townsend / Wendy Niven / Paul Renfree (13) -v- Val Zamora / Val Bradley (23).

Sunday, October 17 We had twenty-two Bowlers brave the hot conditions to play two Games of 10 Ends. Team 1: Mary Bacic / Toni Buick / Rita Hudson (8) -v- Team 2: Michael Knight / Adrain Woollard / Wendy Niven (9). Team 3: Ray Wicks / Rod Tennant / Betty Cochrane (2) -v- Team 4: Peter Smith / Ron French / Val Bradley (13). Team 5: Leno Ceccato / Robyn Brunello / Bev Harrop (6) -v- Team 6: Rod Bradley / Val Zamora / Pam Staier /Des Roberts (7). Team 7: Ray Downing / Ron Senini (5) -v- Team 8: Gavin Buick / Joan Mercer (10). A Brief Storm interrupted play, so we had an early smoko and then continued. In the last 10 Ends: Team 1 (9) -v- Team 4 (18). Team 2 (11) -v -Team 5 (10). Team 3 (7) -v- Team 6 (10). Team 7 (13) -v- Team 8 (10). The winning team on the day was Team 4 comprised of Peter Smith / Ron French / Val Bradley who won $15 each. The runner-up, after a play-off with Team 2, was Team 6 of Rod Bradley / Val Zamora/ Pam Staier / Des Roberts, who received a free drink. Joan Mercer and Val Zamora drove to Cairns West Bowls Club on Monday to attend the TFNQDLBA Presentation of Trophies Day. A very enjoyable day even though their green was a bit different from ours! At least they were under cover! Our Club is available for hire for your Christmas parties, please ring on 0427669094 if you require a booking. Cheers!

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Bowls News Ingham Bowls Club News THE lucky winners of the Barefoot Bowls played on October 14 were the team of Marion Martin, Robyn Fascetti, and Stan Cotton, who defeated the team of Steven Martin, Jan Johnson, and John Piotto, 14 – 8. D. Martin, Chris Johnson, and Maria Moore defeated Donna Gosney, Roger Celotto, and John Lone, 10 – 8. Jeanette McCarthy, Diane Tomba, and Bob Bell defeated John McCarthy, Danny Chappel,l and Kevin Lawlor, 11 – 7. John Holmes, Len Mahon, and Ren Cantatore were the members of the prize-winning team of the Men’s competition played on October 15, who defeated the team of Gary Brierley, Terry George, and Tony Koop, 23 – 13. Kevin Walker and Ian Muldowney defeated Russell Peterson and Stan Richards, 17 – 14. John Eddleston and Mario Marbelli defeated Bob Bell and Stan Cotton, 18 – 13.

Golf News Tully Golf SATURDAY, October 16, saw players contesting a Single Stableford for prizes donated by Cassowary Coast Physiotherapy. Visitor, Ash Benson, won the day on a count back from Les Edwards and Mike Kennedy, with all three finishing on 38 points. Jim Boston was fourth on a count back from Kevin Edwards on 35 points. NTPS 2/11 the Ladies’ Betty Favier and the Men’s Jim Boston, 5/14 saw another visitor, Sally Body, taking it out, with 7/16 Mike Kennedy, and Ash Benson on 9/18. Thanks again to Cassowary Coast Physiotherapy for their support. Next week’s game is a Verses Par for prizes donated by Island Coast Mitsubishi. The President -v- Patron was also played on Saturday, October 16, with the President’s team coming home the winners on 301 to 270. Thursday afternoon’s Sporters 9-hole competition was won by Sally Smith and the 6-hole by Graham Sinton. The rundown winners were Walter Miller and Bruce Durante, with Jim Boston winning the putting comp. NTPS 1/10 Sally Smith, 2/11 Walter Miller, and 5/14 and 7/16 both went to Bruce Durante.

El Arish Golf WE had another ‘uninterrupted’ week of golf last week, commencing with our Tuesday competition, when we played a Stableford event. The winner was Rhonda Bliss on 35, and the runner-up was Dot Corrin, with 33 on a countback. Gavin Camilleri won NPT#4/13, with Caryl Lavell winning the Ladies on #5/14 and the Approach shot on #7/16. Thursday Sporters played the first 9-Stroke, sponsored by ACME Insurance. The winner was Mattie Smith, with 29 on a count-back to Lindsay Perkins, with Dave Rogers in third on 30. Dave also won NTP on #1 and #8. The Least Putts was won by Rod Rackley, with 11. Other NTP winners were: #2 Tony Calcutt, #3 Jaxon Piner, #4 Col Bidgood, and #7 Mattie Smith. The winners again thank Karen Hardy for her sponsorship of last week’s Sporters. Last weekend, we held our big Southern Classic

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Visitors are welcome. Bar Roster: Cliff Johnson Social Selector: John Eddleston Save the Date: The John Glenwright Memorial Trophy will be held on October 31, at 1pm. Two games of 12 ends or 2 hours will be played. Nominations close on October 30.

The Men’s competition results 2021 A-Grade Singles Final: Jeff Crossman defeated Frank Pallanza, 25 – 21. Congratulations Jeff and welldone Frank. 2021 B-Grade Singles: Russel Peterson defeated Trevor Pallanza, 25 – 18. The Club and bar are open Tuesday’s from 4 pm - 6 pm. Thursday Barefoot Bowls will be held from 6pm to 8pm. Please call 47762117 before 5.30pm to have your name put on the board. The Men’s Friday afternoon Pairs will be held at 2.15pm. Please call 47762117 before 1.45pm to nominate. Mixed Social Bowls will be held on Sunday, October 24, at 1.30pm. Please call 47762117 before 12.30pm to have your name put on the board. Weekend, sponsored by Kitchen Essentials and Cav’s Marine, Tully. A 4BBB Stableford was played on Saturday, and resulted in a countback being necessary, and the winning team was comprised of Stewy Worth and Paul Marland. Second place went to Liz Marland and Col Bidgood, with both teams on a great 47 points. Third place went to Troy Kopp and Kelly Cavallaro, with 44 pts. NTP men’s and ladies’ winners on all our par 3’s were: #2/11 Liz Marland and Neil Worsley, #4/13 Marie Pavan and Stewy Worth, #5/14 Caryl Lavell and Stewy Worth, and #6/15 John Stephens, who chipped into 10cm of the hole! On Sunday, we played a Stroke event with the following results: Men’s A-Grade 18-hole – Gross Winner: Rhys Camilleri (69) Nett Winner: M. Morgan (64) Runner-up Nett: Troy Kopp (65) Third Place Nett: R. Moresco (67) Men’s B-Grade 18-Hole Gross Winner: Paul Marland (72) Nett Winner: M. Barclay (65) Runner-up Nett: Josh Jones (66) Third Place Nett: Garry Strawbridge (67) Men’s C-Grade 18-Hole Gross Winner: Lindsay Perkins Nett Winner: L. Tenni (65) Runner-up Nett: Tony Calcutt (67) Third Place Nett: L. Borgna (70) Ladies’ Division 1 18-Hole Gross Winner: Caryl Lavell (75) Nett Winner: Rhonda Bliss (66) Nett Runner-Up: Kelly Cavallaro (77) on a countback Third Place: Marie Pavan (77) Ladies’ Division 2 18-Hole – Gross Winner: P. Malone (92) Nett Winner: Lisa Godfrey (70) Nett Runner-up: Hipas Donald (71) Third Place Nett: Colleen Ingold (73) NTP results: #2/11 Dave Morris and Fran Lomas, #4/13 Les Tenni and Noreen Scanlon, #5/14 M. Morgan and Sally Body, and #6/15 Josh Jones. All the winners and our Club had the great pleasure to personally thank Sonya and Don Cavallaro of Kitchen Essentials and Cav’s Marine for their ongoing sponsorship of our Southern Classic. They both also participated in an ‘attempted’ round of golf - maybe we can convert them? Who knows?

Jeff Crossman winner of A Grade Singles for 2021 This Saturday, October 23, we play a 4BBB Hi/Low Draw competition, which is sponsored by Mitre 10, and will be another great day of Golf. Please remember the times: 12.00pm Rego - 12.15pm Draw and 12.30pm – Tee Off.

Ingham Golf UPCOMING Events The Nilo and Antoinette Martin Golf Trophy Day, a Single Stableford event, will be held on Saturday, October 23. The Club wishes to thank Nilo and Antoinette for their continued large contribution to the club in sponsoring these days each year. The next Friday Social will be held on November 5. Please invite your friends to come along from 4pm to enjoy the refreshments and fun. The A-Grade Stroke Pennants competition is being held on November 13 – 14. The Christmas party for the Thursday Competition will be held on Thursday, November 25. The Mick Poggioli Ingham Corona Cup will be held on November 27. Results On Wednesday, the last Brooch Qualifier of the year for the Ladies was held and a depleted field of seven players took part. It was a stroke event with putts being counted. Cheryl Lloyd was the winner with 73 nett. Four players were close behind all on 75 nett. After a count back, the order was Kim Moore, Sue Cameron, Bruna Quadrio, and Lee Irvine. Thank you to the Hotel Hinchinbrook for supplying the prize for the winner. Cheryl Lloyd won the pin shot on number 1/15 hole, while Sue Cameron’s birdie on number 10 hole ensured she won the second shot prize. On Saturday, a Single Stableford was played, with nineteen competing. Sue Cameron was the winner with 39 points, followed by runner-up Les Rolling with 38 points. Run-down winners were Geoff Gianotti and Damon Cockburn, both with 37 points. Sunday’s event was the 27-Hole Foursomes Championships, which hosted a great turnout of thirtytwo players. Gross winners were the Swarbricks, Ian and Jayden, with runners-up Brian Wilkinson and S. Lane. Nett winners were Cam West and Alan Cockburn, with Brian Scanlon and Mick Poggioli as runners-up. Pin shots were won by Stuart Cocking and Jayden Swarbrick. This weekend, the club will host the Nilo and Antoinette Martin Trophy Day on Saturday, and a Stableford V’s Par event will be played on Sunday. Happy golfing!

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Innisfail Golf Club A HUGE thank you to the grounds crew for the work they have completed, as the course looks incredible. Any members who can lend a hand on Thursdays, please let Andrew Rose know, as any assistance is appreciated. The match committee informed members that the out of bounds near the practice green has moved to the block wall, on the clubhouse side of the practice green. Please let your playing partners know this change to the course. Last week’s IGC Rules & Etiquette Quiz/Answer: Cindy putts on the putting green with the flagstick in the hole. Her ball comes to rest against the flagstick with part of the ball below the putting surface. The ball is considered holed. True or False? Answer - True. Rule 13.2c This week’s Quiz During pennants, Trent hits a shot out of the bunker and his ball rebounds off the face of the bunker. Trent does not have time to move out of the way and is struck by his ball.

SPORT Trent must play the ball as it lies. What is the ruling? A - There is no penalty B - Trent receives one penalty stroke C - Trent loses the hole Allan Fleay had his first win in the Wednesday All Sporters 9-hole competition. Results: 1st: Allan Fleay 24pts 2nd: John Lombardi 21pts 3rd: Jeff McGrath 20pts Jake just edged out Luke and John Slater for the win in the Friday Sporters 9-hole competition. Results: 1st: Jake Cockle 22pts 2nd: Luke Peters 21pts c/b 3rd: John Slater 21pts NTP: Luke Peters The annual Mark Walker Memorial golf weekend took place over three days. Special thanks to the Walker and Barba families for running the competitions for golfers of all ages and abilities over the weekend. It was great to see so many turn up to enjoy the Innisfail course and hospitality. The juniors had a great afternoon on Friday, with fantastic prizes for all. The field was hot to trot in Saturday’s 4BBB 18-hole competition with some fantastic scores recorded.

Friday, October 22, 2021 Loretta Gallagher played in her first 18-hole competition with Rauno Lehtsalu and shot the lights out with 41 points. Lehtsalu shot 40 points so they would be hard to beat, scoring 47 points for the team. Steve Walker and Hayley Barba tied with 47 points and a great round. Not to be out-classed, Colt Barba and Dean Howard shot 49 points. But the round of the day went to Ian ‘Doonga’ Rule, and Norm Stewart. They shot personal bests and an impressive 50 points for the team. 1st: Ian Rule and Norm Stewart 50pts 2nd: Colt Barba and Dean Howard 49pts 3rd: Steve Walker and Hayley Barba 47pts Sixteen teams turned up for the Social 3-Ball Ambrose. It was great to see so many golfers on the course on a Sunday. 1st: Country - 26.2 Nett 2nd: Winners & Boozers - 26.9 Nett 3rd: The Punters - 28.8 Nett Innisfail’s Pennants’ teams travelled to Cairns Golf Club for the third round of FNQ Pennants to do battle with the boys from Palmer Sea Reef Golf Course. They played well in the conditions and on the super-fast Cairns greens. The only winner in A-Grade was Jake Cockle, winning 3/2. Trent Mann and Ian Street went one down in close matches, Al went down 2/1, and Colin Lyons went down 5/4. B-grade were close to getting the win, with Joel and Caine Cockle (Jnr) winning their matches 2/1. Ian Saunderson just lost his match on the 19th, Chris Calleja went down 3/2 and the joint bin boy Luke Peters went down 5/4. The C-grade boys killed it, winning four out of their five matches and congratulations go to Bryce Hoad for winning his first match in Pennants. Wombat Johnson won 3/8, Bryce Hoad 2/1, Dan Carter 6/5, and Lance Doyle 7/6, whilst Stephen Todd went down 4/2. C-Grade was tied first for the three rounds. Our next match is against the Cairns Golf Club boys at the Half Moon Bay Golf Club. Please check out Innisfail Golf Club’s Facebook page to keep up with golf in the region. Upcoming Events Wednesday All Sporters Comp - from 12.00pm, groups of four permitted. Friday Sporters competition - from 12.00pm and 2.00pm, groups of four permitted - online bookings.

Members of the Walker family with junior golfers who participated in the junior golf during the Mark Walker Memorial golf weekend.

Saturday competition - In Electrics Stableford - from 7.30am and 12.00pm, groups of four permitted - online bookings. FNQ Ladies Ambrose - November 7. FNQ Pennants Round - November 11. Survivor Golf Series – December 4 – 5.

Innisfail Golf Club teams who played in the third round of pennants in Cairns.

Steve Walker presented the trophy to the Country Team of Rachel Lyons, Jo Spry, Colin Lyons, and Michael Spry who won Sunday’s Social 3-Ball Ambrose.

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Innisfail Thunder host successful Come and Try Day for junior cricketers MARIA GIRGENTI INNISFAIL Thunder Cricket recently held a successful Sign On and Come and Try Day at Goondi Sports Complex. The fun afternoon catered for budding junior cricketers aged five to eighteen and included drills and mock games.

this season, which is a direct result of programs run in February/March this year.

players of all ages and abilities are welcome as cricket provides a fantastic opportunity for boys and girls.

A free program, sponsored by Woolworth has stimulated great interest and participation.

The club is looking to boost female participation and is seeking players for an all-girls T1 team and women’s team.

No experience is necessary and

Junior cricket training for Tier 1, 2,

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and 3 teams is underway on Fridays at the Goondi Sports Complex nets at 4.00pm. Innisfail Thunder Cricket is holding their AGM on Monday, October 25, at 6.00pm at Innisfail TAFE Oval clubhouse and all current and new members are welcome to attend. For further information, please send a message via Innisfail Thunder Facebook page, email: idca.thunder@outlook.com or phone Dan on 0438 145 581.

Coaches and committee members were on hand to provide information and registration assistance to parents. Special thanks to Thomas Herbert and the Tier 3 team for their support and showing the newcomers cricketing tips. Innisfail has Tier 1 and Tier 2 teams to cater for primary school age players, whilst Tier 3, for high school age, may provide opportunities for the better players to move into Cassowary Coast’s senior teams. Tier 3 play in the Cricket Far North competition in Cairns, whilst Tier 1 and 2 teams play games in the Cassowary Coast region, which includes Innisfail, Tully, and Mission Beach. The Junior cricket season runs from early October until December, before returning after the Christmas/New Year break until February. There is still time to join, and registration can be done online via www. playcricket.com.au/club/innisfail-districtcricket-assocation and then follow the prompts. The Woolworths Cricket Blast program, which uses plastic balls, starts this term for children aged five to ten on Friday afternoons at Goondi Sports Complex at 4.30pm. Numbers have increased by 30%

Innisfail Thunder committee members, Dan Bradford and Donna Vecchio, with Tier 3 players and juniors who took part in the Come and Try Day at Goondi Sports Complex.

Cricket Far North results MARIA GIRGENTI LAST Saturday, the Tully/Mission Beach Tier 3 junior cricket team travelled to Cairns to face the Rovers in Round 2 of the Jimmy Maher Blue competition. This week’s shout-out goes to Tom Jolly for his bowling performance and taking his first two wickets in Tier 3. Austin Stuart received praise for his bowling/fielding performances, and Julian Getejanc for his batting. Cricket Far North - junior/senior results Tier 3 - Jimmy Maher Cup Blue Endeavour Park - Saturday, October 16 Tully/Mission Beach 9/77 (30) (Austin Stuart 10 (18; Julian Getejanc 6* not out (19)) defeated by Rovers 132 (30) (Austin Stuart 3/22 (6) and two catches; Thomas Jolly 2/14 (3); Tadgh McDavitt 2 catches) Tier 3 – Jimmy Maher Cup Blue Goondi Bend Sports Reserve Innisfail 6/71 (30) (Ben Walker 18 (33)) defeated by Barron 104 (29.2) (Ben Walker 2/11 (5); Troy Singh 2/13

(2.5); Lachlan Vella 1/9 (4)) In the second round of senior Cricket Far North limited overs fixtures, Cassowary Coast Cyclones first grade side suffered a loss to Rovers. 1st Grade - Innisfail TAFE Oval Saturday, October 16 Cassowary Coast 126 (41.0) (Jasran Kalkat 38 (76); Rhys Camilleri 21*(42) not out; Luke Corlis 11(14)) defeated by Rovers 3/130 (26.4) (Luke McAvoy 1/35 (10); Luke Corlis 1/46 (9); Harrison Ryan 1/14(4)) T20 - 5th Grade - Morrow Park Sunday, October 17 Cassowary Coast 8/60 (20) defeated by Atherton 8/136 (20) 3rd Grade - 40 Over competition Borzi Park Cassowary Coast 116 (36.1) defeated by Mareeba 1/117 (14.2) Ladies 30 Over competition - Walker Road Sports Precinct, Edmonton Cassowary Coast 75 (24.2) defeated by Mulgrave 9/140 (30) (Kasey McCahon 3/19 (6) and three

catches; Karri Keen 2/27 (6)) Any players who would like to try cricket are welcome to attend Tully/ Mission Beach junior cricket training sessions, which are held twice a week. Kindergarten to Grade 2 age group training is at the Tully State School’s cyclone shelter, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 4.00pm to 5.00pm.

Grade 3 to Grade 6 age group training is at Kim Carroll Fields, Tully, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 5.00pm to 6.00pm. High school age training is at MARCS Park, Mission Beach, from 5.00pm to 6.00pm on Tuesdays, and then at the Kim Carroll Fields, Tully, on Thursdays from 5.00pm to 6.00pm.

Tully/Mission Beach Tier 3 junior cricketers,Tom Jolly, Austin Stuart, and Julian Getejanc.

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Local junior soccer players invited to attend Elite Football League trials MARIA GIRGENTI ALL junior soccer players aged 5 to 14 years in the Cassowary Coast region, who wish to take their game to the next level, can attend trials in Innisfail this Sunday, October 24, for the Jamie Gosling Football Academy Elite Football League competition.

incredibly beneficial for Quinn who has been involved for two years and second year for Brady. The coaching standard is exceptional, and the opportunities this program provides for young soccer players simply

can’t be found elsewhere.” said Innisfail parent Andrea Devaney. Players can register via email www.jgfa.com.au or by phoning 0450 181 626.

The aim of the trials is for players to gain selection and represent JGFA as Cassowary Coast in the EFL representative teams for the 2022 season. JGFA will select the most advanced players in the area, to train weekly (in Innisfail) and participate in the competition. The trials will run from 4.00pm to 5.30pm at Goondi Sports Complex. EFL is a high-performance competition for advanced players to play with and against others with similar abilities and mindset, which means more challenging and rewarding games and an opportunity to develop a more mature 'football brain'. This competition is targeting the most advanced players of Jamie Gosling Football Academy and the Far North Queensland region. EFL is open to other academies and clubs from Cairns and surrounding areas who can compete against JGFA teams in age groups ranging from 5 - 15 years. “This is such a wonderful program. It has been

Junior soccer players during a game in this year’s JGFA Elite Football League competition.

NRL players visit St Clare’s School Tully

TODAY (October 20) we had a visit from NRL players Thomas Flegler and Jake Clifford, along with David from the QRL, Atul from NRL development and Anthony Emmi from Tully Rugby League to deliver the Inspire program. As former students of our school it was wonderful to have Thomas and Jake visit and tell their story about how they have established themselves in the NRL and how they have navigated life as professional athletes. Their messages of resilience and never giving up were very well received. We are very proud of their achievements and more importantly, the generous and kind young men they have grown into. True St. Clare’s values!

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Innisfail United Under 14/15 JPL team crowned champions MARIA GIRGENTI LAST Saturday, the Innisfail United Under 14/15 Junior Premier League team claimed their maiden premiership, after a thrilling 2 - 1 victory over Leichhardt in the Grand Final at Endeavour Park, Manunda. As soon as the whistle sounded, it was an intense game between both teams, played in hot and humid conditions. Trent Finta, who scored Innisfail’s first goal, picked up the Most Valuable Player of the Final award. After Leichhardt won a dot shot penalty against Innisfail, they attempted to level the scores, however, under intense pressure, goalkeeper Kael Newcombe saved the goal with a tremendous save. Innisfail went into the half time break holding a slight 1 - 0 lead.

in stifling conditions and defended their score until the last five minutes of the game when Leichhardt finally landed a goal. Innisfail increased their intensity and fiercely defended their score until the full-time whistle, to claim the game and first premiership. At the end of the regular season, Innisfail United Under 14/15 team finished second on the ladder and secured a place in the semi-finals. Last weekend, the team defeated Stratford Dolphins 2 - 1 and booked themselves a Grand Final berth against tough opponents Leichhardt. This maiden premiership has been four years in the making and the team, coaches, and Innisfail United Football Club community could not be prouder of their achievements.

The premiership winning team was comprised of Kaden Berryman, Darby Bourke, Kayden Crowley, John Cunningham, Michael Cunningham, Zaviah Di Carlo (Captain), Trent Finta, Ryan Holly, Jordan Mauloni, Kael Newcombe (Goalkeeper), Ashton Vecchio, and Harrison Corsi. Substitutes were Jude Constantine, Sammy Darveniza, Corey Gill, Gian Guglielmi, and Gavin Shannon. Coach: Brendan King, Assistant Coach: Warren Gill, and Team Manager: Donna Vecchio

Jordan Mauloni scored a crucial free kick for Innisfail in the grand-final.

Innisfail United Under 14/15 JPL team captain Zaviah Di Carlo.

In the second half, Innisfail secured an ‘indirect’ free kick scored by centre back Jordan Mauloni. With their season on the line, Innisfail played hard

Team Manager, Donna Vecchio, with her son Ashton, who was part of the winning team.

Coaches Brendan King, Warren Gill, and team manager Donna Vecchio with Innisfail United Under 14/15 JPL premiership winning team. Photo: Tom Orr

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MARIA GIRGENTI MIXED martial arts fighter JessicaRose Clark, from Innisfail, will return

Friday, October 22, 2021

to the octagon this Sunday to face off against Panamanian Joselyne Edwards, in a three round women’s bantamweight bout on the main card at the UFC Fight

Night 41 UFC APEX, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Last September, Clark, aged thirtythree, suffered an injury during her fight against American Sarah Alpar, but prevailed and had her maiden octagon finish. Since then, she has slowly been working hard on her rehabilitation, strength, and fitness to be fight ready. Clark is happiest when she engages in MMA and teaches boxing/kickboxing online through the Trifecta Strong HQ gym in New York, with the app due out in December. Twenty-six-year-old Edwards will be looking to bounce back from her first UFC loss to Karol Rosa at UFC Vegas 18 in February into her third bout with an MMA record of thirteen bouts, ten wins, and three losses (1 - 1 UFC). On short notice, Joselyne ‘La Pantera’ Edwards made her UFC debut in January this year and dominated in her bout against Wu Yanan to claim a unanimous win. Three weeks later, Edwards who fights out of Champions Combat Sports, returned to the cage against Karol Rosa

in the women’s bantamweight division at the UFC Fight Night 184, where her twofight winning streak ended with a loss via unanimous decision. Edwards made history in her debut as she became the first fighter from Panama to step foot into the octagon and first female to have a win in the UFC. After two losses, Clark returned to the winner’s circle at the UFC Vegas 11 last September, with a third-round TKO win over Sarah Alpar. During this bout, Clark tore her ACL and needed surgery, which put her out of action for the rest of 2020 and the first half of this year. Clark is 3-2 with the UFC, which includes victories over Paige VanZant and Bec Rawlings, and since moving to bantamweight, Clark is 1-1. Clark, who lives in California and trains at Combat Sports Academy (CSA) with head coach Kirian Fitzgibbons, has been a professional fighter for nine years, and the BJJ purple belt has 16 MMA fights behind her and a ten win six losses, 1 NC MMA record.

Jessica-Rose Clark has been training hard in preparation for this Sunday’s fight against Joselyne Edwards. Photo: Natassia Fischer

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Dallas Sutton with a thumping crayfish from a reef trip last weekend.

Innisfail's own MMA fighter, Jessica-Rose Clark, will feature on the main card at the UFC Fight Night 41 in Las Vegas. Photo: Natassia Fischer

FISHING

Friday, October 22, 2021

Fishing News

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MOST boats that were able to, travelled out wide to the reef last weekend. As normal, there were mixed reports, with some doing exceptionally well and others struggling. The fishing really has been hot and cold, with the fish often not biting during a particular part of the day and then coming on the bite as a result of a tide or wind change. The majority of boats have had excellent catches of Coral Trout and mixed reef fish such as Red Throat Emperor, Tusk Fish and Stripeys. The spearos have also managed some great Tusk Fish and Crayfish and there are still a few Spanish Mackerel around the reef drop offs. The reports coming in from those fishing the wide deep water rubble patches, have also been good with plenty of big Nannygai and some nice Red Emperor and Rosy Job fish. Inside the reef, the various rubble patches, wonky holes, and wrecks are all covered in fish. However, the sharks have often been a problem, forcing boats to move to other locations once the grey suit brigade move in. There have been plenty of both small and large mouth Nannygai, along with Spangled Emperor, Tea Leaf Trevally, and Cobia. Fishing the islands and coastal reefs has been extremely popular with anglers wishing to get out early to catch a feed and get home before the northerly wind sets in. There have been plenty of Grass Sweet Lip, Gold Spot Cod, and the odd Trout. The specialists have also been catching some very good Fingermark, but you need to be on the water before sunrise or of an evening. Those into floating pilchards or high-speed spinning have found plenty of action, with the various types of Tuna, Golden Trevally, and Queen Fish and there are even still a few School Mackerel around. In close, the Spanish have been scarce with anglers being frustrated with large Barracuda taking lures and baits. I have found the estuary fishing tough, with the Barra and Jacks fairly quiet through the heat of the day. Over the last week, I have found that if I could get the

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At this stage, despite the tides being almost perfect over last weekend, I have heard very little about Grunter captures in either the coastal creeks or Hinchinbrook region. Hopefully, I just have not been in the loop, as they should have been biting their heads off.

At this early stage of the week, the forecast for this weekend is for light winds in the morning, with a northerly wind coming up through the afternoon. So, hopefully, another chance to head out to the island and reefs for a fish. Just get an up-to-date forecast before leaving and check for storms. I would be out early and back early to avoid the heat and wind. If you are fishing in close, I like the early morning incoming tide for Jacks and Barra. The evening run in tide suits those who wish to chase Fingermark around the islands or along the Hinchinbrook drop offs. Good Fishing, Roly Newton - Tackle World Tully

The Queen Fish and large G.T. Trevally have started to enter the creeks and have been taking poppers and vibe style lures well. There are still some good Whiting, Bream, and Flathead being caught, so try taking the children down for a fish at one of the river mouths. The upper freshwater reaches of the Liverpool and Tully are fishing well for both Sooty Grunter and Jungle Perch. There have also been a few Barra and even Mangrove Jacks being caught in the lower and middle freshwater sections of the rivers. Tinaroo dam has been firing with metre plus Barra being caught daily. These big fish are not easy but are well worth the effort.

LUCINDA OCTOBER 3:17 am

0.92m

FRI 22

9:52 am

2.76m

3:36 pm

9:21 pm

SAT 23

3:32 am

Daniel Colombini with a solid Queenfish caught on a popper

JOHNSTONE RIVER OCTOBER

FRI 22

4:06 am

0.84m

10:10 am

2.43m

1.46m

4:32 pm

1.36m

2.4m

9:40 pm

2.12m

1.02m

SAT 23

4:22 am

0.92m

2.65m

10:40 am

2.33m

10:27 am

4:07 pm

1.66m

5:04 pm

1.53m

9:31 pm

2.18m

9:45 pm

1.93m

SUN 24

3:45 am

1.14m

SUN 24

4:36 am

1.02m

11:06 am

2.52m

11:16 am

2.22m

4:50 pm

1.86m

5:46 pm

1.69m

9:12 pm

1.99m

8:34 pm

1.78m

MON 25

3:46 am

1.27m

MON 25

4:48 am

1.13m

12:02 pm

2.39m

12:07 pm

2.12m

TUE 26

3:19 am

1.41m

TUE 26

4:45 am

1.25m

2:24 pm

2.33m

3:25 pm

2.12m

WED 27

2:00 am

1.49m

WED 27

2:34 am

1.31m

4:16 pm

2.47m

4:31 pm

2.23m

12:08 am

1.42m

THU 28

1:36 am

1.29m

5:46 am

1.77m

5:53 am

1.54m

10:01 am

1.54m

10:37 am

1.41m

4:56 pm

2.64m

5:12 pm

2.36m

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info@wettropictimes.com.au PO Box 1100, TULLY, 4854 70 Butler Street, TULLY start of the run-in tide coinciding with early morning, or late in the afternoon, I would get a bite window. I have found the fishing difficult during the run-out tide. My efforts have been focused on lure fishing the river and creeks and not along the Hinchinbrook flats. The bait fishermen have been doing better, with some great fish reported on live or strip baits. No doubt the afternoon northerly will have restricted fishing areas in the Hinchinbrook region.

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3:06 am 9:54 am 3:20 pm 9:22 pm 3:10 am 10:22 am 3:48 pm 9:25 pm 3:09 am 10:57 am 4:26 pm 7:58 pm 3:05 am 11:45 am 5:56 pm 7:09 pm 3:05 am 1:17 pm 2:57 am 4:24 pm 12:00 am 5:54 am 9:54 am 4:54 pm

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Local MMA fighter Jessica-Rose Clark returns to rumble in the UFC in Las Vegas page 30

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Muriata TULLY will be the centre of the Rugby League universe this Saturday night when the North Queensland Italy Versus the North Queensland Samoa collide at the spiritual home of NQ footy, the Tully Showgrounds, this weekend, on Saturday, October 23. With North Queensland boasting one of the richest heritages of Italian and Samoan descendants who have called our great area home for generations, it is only natural that a game of Rugby League is played to honour the great contribution of both nationalities. There is absolutely no secret that the State of Queensland has one of the strongest Italian populations, and from those humble beginnings comes natural footy talent that has graced our footy field for decades. Great players of the past have had both Italian heritage and The NQ Samoa team at the annual match against Queensland Italy in 2020. Photo: Maria Samoan bloodlines, which have become the part of Girgenti league folklore in the north. After the last few seasons of Italy’s dominance, Samoa will be out to level the peg when they chase pride and glory. After speaking with former Italy player during the week about the game, legend and veteran, Ashley Arcidiacono could not hide his excitement at another instalment, which has overtaken the Lord of the Rings as the greatest war story ever told. “Mate, it’s an absolute honour to be playing in this game. As soon as you get into camp, it becomes family time,” beamed Archie. On the other side of the playing field, legendary brother, man, and manager Otto has been busy behind the scenes putting together a team, which he thinks can match the Italian Stallions. “In the past, we have gone with size, but this year, we built a team full of speed and class. Just seeing some of the old faces again really makes me proud of being a part of this team. Being Samoan means being there for each other. I can’t wait.” So, the stage is set, and the battle lines have been Queensland Italy team at last year's annual match against NQ Samoa at Tully Showgrounds. drawn. Let’s get ready to rumble! Photo: Maria Girgenti

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