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Tully's very own to take to the show ring at Nationals

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WEATHER Tomorrow - Saturday Ingham Scattered thunderstorms 22 - 33 Cardwell Scattered thunderstorms 22 - 32 Tully Showers 20 - 31 Mission Beach Showers 22 - 30 Innisfail Scattered thunderstorms 21 - 31 Tomorrow - Sunday Ingham Scattered thunderstorms 22 - 32 Cardwell Scattered thunderstorms 22 - 32 Tully Thunderstorm 21 - 30 Mission Beach Thunderstorm 22 - 29 Innisfail Scattered thunderstorms 21 - 30

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Caring For Our Ageing Family Members LIZ TODD (TULLY NURSING HOME PRESIDENT) THERE comes a time in your life when you may need to plan for the aged care needs of yourself or a family member. This can be difficult, as some people are resistant to seeking support for their declining health. Whilst there are several things you can do, one crucial step is to call My Aged Care to assess in-home services, respite, or residential care (phone: 1800 200 422). This is also an excellent time to complete or review an Advance Health Directive, which gives legally binding written instructions for a person's future health needs. There are many options to support our ageing population, with residential care representing ONLY 20% of the accommodation and care needs of people over 65. About half of those in aged care homes have dementia.

For those interested in statistics, about 20% of the populations of Tully and Innisfail are over 65, and about 30% for Ingham! This is much higher than the Australian average (ABS, 2016). It makes you wonder how our region will cope as our communities continue to age?

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Tully's very own to take to the show ring at Nationals

They will clip, wash, brush, dry, and gloss the cattle and polish the leads and halter. They must also evaluate the cattle's temperament and keep them calm and relaxed whilst the hubbub of the show's environment takes place around them. Whilst in the show ring, the competitors must parade the animal for the Judges and keep a sharp eye to follow all instructions given. The competitors must square up the animal, ensuring all four feet are straight for inspection, with or without the use of a show cane, depending on the Judge's instructions. They may also be asked questions about the animal's breed, weight and age. Cattle Paraders must always have their wits and keep a practice schedule. It also helps build life skills such as dedication, commitment, confidence, resilience, focus, tenacity, time management and organisation. Maya's tips for future cattle paraders are to be cool, calm and collected.

LEXY MARQUIS MAYA Threlfall of Tully is competing at Nationals this week at the Sydney Royal Easter Show's 200th celebration. The Cattle Parading Competitors, ages 15 - 25, will compete against other State Finalists to win the National award. As Queensland's champion, Maya credits Tully State High School's "Cattle Show Team," which she joined in grade 9, as being instrumental to her success. Mr Giffin of the "Cattle Show Team" said, "I am very proud of Maya's achievements, she's such a cool, calm and collected handler, and she has such a great connection with the animals. She is such a delight to watch parading. She is a natural with it, and she is at one with the animal, very relaxed and confident. She excels at what she does, which shows in the ring." "For over 30 years now I've been blessed to have worked with many wonderful students. It's great to watch them increase in their confidence and ability. From grade 9 - 12 it's an extracurricular activity for dedicated and committed students to participate in after school and on weekends." he said.

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"Representing Queensland, all of Tully is behind her, and I'm sure that Maya is going to do the state proud. Just making it to the National titles is an impressive achievement in itself," he said. The Cattle Show Team at Tully High School puts students through their paces as they learn to break in and train cattle, starting with young Droughtmaster wieners. With a bit of practice, the students learn how to handle cattle and ultimately parade them. The students present the cattle for the judging, and the students as handlers are also judged.

Although Covid saw the cancellation of many events, the Nationals will finally go ahead this week. With just one hour to prepare, the National Finalists will be introduced to cattle they have had no interaction with prior. It could be a heifer, cow, steer or bull of any breed. They must prepare the animal for the show ring in that short time to ensure it's looking its best.

Maya's ability with Cattle was spotted by Peter and Mariah Chiesa of Palm Creek Brahmans, who hired her after school to help prepare Bulls for sale. They said, "Maya was a pleasure to work with. She was very gentle but confident with the cattle and a quick learner. We wish her all the best for the next stage of the competition we know she will put in 100% effort." The region has joined together to wish Maya the very best in this wonderful opportunity for Youth in Agriculture.

Maya will be judged on her personal presentation and her ability to handle and present the animal. Further training, workshops and Regional Shows such as Tully and Cairns have increased her skills and experience. Maya has won several accolades in the five years since commencing with the Schools Cattle Show Team. These accolades include the Cairns Show, the Tully Show, the Ekka and Junior Beef Week, taking out the top prize in all four events, putting her in good stead for the upcoming Nationals.

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ON Saturday 2 April 2022 Mayor Ramon Jayo welcomed 37 babies into the Shire. Each baby received a Welcome Certificate, First 5 Forever Gift Bag, and a Weeping Bottlebrush sapling.

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Following on from the ceremony, families were invited to attend the Family Fun Fair featuring a petting zoo, pony rides, circus workshops, bubble station, assorted craft activities, and food and beverages.

THE Royal Military College – Duntroon will be hosting a Community Day.

TYTO Regional Art Gallery Closure

Date: Saturday 9 April 2022 Time: 12.00pm to 3.00pm Where: Hinchinbrook Shire Hall

There will be opportunities to chat with Staff Cadets and hear what life is like in the Army while also seeing some of the equipment that they use.

THE TYTO Regional Art Gallery will be closed for maintenance for the month of April. The gift shop will remain open daily whilst works are undertaken.

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The Gallery will reopen for Ingham Arts Action "Botanical" opening night on Friday 6 May 2022.

Reminder that there is a wide variety of activities on offer to keep the kids entertained as part of 2022 Youth Week. Visit Council's website, Events Calendar page for further information.

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NOMINATIONS for the 2022 Multicultural Queensland Awards are open. Individuals and organisations supporting people from diverse backgrounds across the State are encouraged to apply.

AS part of this year’s annual review of the Hinchinbrook Local Government Area Biosecurity Plan (HLGABP) Council is seeking advice from the broader community on their perceptions, expectations, concerns, and ideas to improve the way it develops and administers the HLGABP across all land uses in the Shire.

Minister for Multicultural Affairs Leanne Linard said the Awards are a wonderful opportunity to recognise the valuable contributions of those who support and promote a united, harmonious, and inclusive Queensland. This year the Award categories are: • Outstanding Contribution by a New Queenslander;

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Ingham Walk-in COVID-19 Testing Clinic and Vaccination Clinic RESIDENTS are advised that Queensland Health is running a Walk-in COVID-19 Testing Clinic located at the TYTO Conference and Events Centre from 10.00am to 11.00am on Friday 8 April 2022. A COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic for ages 5 and up will be visiting the TYTO Conference and Events Centre from 10.00am to 3.30pm on Saturday 9 April 2022.

2022 Youth Survey COUNCIL is developing a Youth Strategy and requests interested community members to complete the Youth Survey by midnight Sunday 1 May 2022. To complete the survey, please visit Council's website, Public Consultation page.

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that Council and other stakeholders are aware of the community’s views and perceptions in order to meet obligations under the Biosecurity Act 2014, aiding to deliver better service into the future.

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Friday, April 8, 2022 recyclables can be used over and over, some of them indefinitely. For example, it is possible to recycle an aluminum can and return it new to the store shelf within 60 days, using only 5% of the energy needed to produce that same can from virgin metal. Globally each year, The Seventh Resource (recyclables) saves more than 700 million tonnes in carbon dioxide emissions, employs around 1.6 million people in direct processing, and contributes more than 400 billion to global Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Council understands aspects of recycling can be confusing, which is why it undertakes educational programs such as community events, social media, and Bin Tagging to help residents make informed choices about their waste and recyclables. Council’s website, Waste and Recycling page has numerous resources including the A to Z of Recycling. There is also the #dontwastehinchinbrook app which provides calendars and services specific to your address and can help answer many of the questions you may have regarding curbside waste and recycling.

Gates opened yesterday for the 2022 NQ Rotary Field Days THE Rotary NQ Field Days is a joint initiative between the Rotary Clubs of Townsville and Burdekin is held biennially. Rotary NQ Field Days Committee vice-chair John Larkin said the event delivered on the city for visitation and trade and he thanked the event’s three partners – Fuchs, Gough Plastics, and Brisbane Machinery Sales-Hercules Loaders – and other sponsors, for providing funds and confidence. The event will open at 9am today (Friday April 8) and close at 4pm.

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Innisfail/Babinda/Tully National Servicemen's Branch AGM MARIA GIRGENTI

President for his third term.

THE Innisfail/Babinda/Tully Branch of the National Servicemen's Association of Australia recently held their AGM at Sugar and Spice Café, Innisfail, where David Grima was re-elected as

Charlie Catalano was re-elected as Vice President; new member Peter Hutchinson has taken on the role of Treasurer, whilst Frank Gatti is the new Secretary/Minutes Secretary. They make up the 2022-23 executive committee.

Innisfail/Babinda/Tully branch of National Servicemen's Association executive committee members for 2022-2023, after their AGM held at Sugar and Spice Cafe.

John Wakefield is the new Patron, whilst the branch Padre, Welfare Officer and Activities Officer appointments will occur at a future meeting. The branch committee members are Rob Saunders, Aldo Bensi, John Paterson and Lawrence Calleja. The branch is proud to have three Vietnam Veterans, John Stella, Ed Hitchings and Peter Hutchinson, among their members. Over the past 12 months, the branch had a strong community presence with members attending local ANZAC Day, Vietnam Veterans and Remembrance Day services. In 2021, National Servicemen's Day service at Innisfail RSL and plaques unveiled in honour of deceased members, John Anderson and John Parisi. Members also attended NSAA interbranch rifle shoots at Kurrimine Beach, Ravenshoe and Tinaroo. Last November, members of Innisfail/ Babinda/Tully, Cairns and Tablelands branches and their partners welcomed Nashos Queensland President Alex

Garlin as a special guest at their Christmas and 70th-anniversary celebrations at Babinda RSL Memorial Hall. At this event, branch members and Nasho widows received certificates acknowledging the 70th anniversary of National Service conscription. The branch attended the Ingham branch Christmas luncheon at Ingham RSL and the Cairns branch at Balaclava Hotel. As their members live across the region, the branch hopes to host regular monthly meetings at Babinda RSL Memorial Hall. After he was re-elected, President Grima welcomed new and returning and outgoing executive committee members and wished them well in their roles. Ann Wakefield, who celebrated her 80th birthday in January, received flowers and an OBE medal. As COVID-19 postponed this year's National Servicemen's Day commemorations on February 14, it will take place later.

Rob Barty inspires the Innisfail tennis community STORY AND PHOTO BY MARIA GIRGENTI LAST month, the Innisfail and District Tennis Association hosted a special visit from Rob Barty, father of Australian tennis superstar Ashleigh Barty. Club members, coaches, youngsters and community members had the rare opportunity to ask Ash’s father any questions about Ash, her tennis career, with no topic placed off-limits. Over the last two years, Rob Barty has been travelling throughout Queensland with 60 visits to regional centres, chatting about Ash’s story and trying to generate renewed interest in tennis. Barty’s father was born in Bowen and lived there until he was 18. He is a proud North Queenslander, so giving back to the sport in regional Queensland is a priority for Ash and himself. Whilst Barty’s parents are not tennis players, they both played State and National golf in their younger years.

“I told Ash stories of how hard it was me as a boy from country Queensland, to make State and National teams, so this was the reason behind us starting these talks/presentations.” “Ash wanted me to share her story to inspire youngsters and their parents and show how it is possible to achieve your sporting dreams, especially in tennis.” “Ash asked that these visits are at no expense to the local communities and clubs, so even the BBQs/sausage sizzles are cost free.” In Innisfail, Barty also visited Mundoo State School and Good Counsel College. The students asked him many questions. Rob Barty’s visit to Innisfail came just one day before Ash announced her shock retirement from tennis at the age of 25. Ash Barty finished her career as a three-time Grand Slam singles titles champion, the French Open (2019), Wimbledon (2012) and Australian Open in 2022.

She is also a Grand Slam doubles champion after winning the US Open in 2018 with CoCo Vandeweghe. She has won 15 singles titles and 12 doubles titles on the WTA Tour. Barty was the second First Nations woman to win the Australia Open, following in the footsteps of her idol Evonne Goolagong Cawley. The latter

had four victories in the 1970s. Rob Barty’s recent trip from Brisbane to North Queensland had 18 stops, including Innisfail, Tully, Ingham, Gordonvale, Edmonton, Cairns (6 schools), Port Douglas, Mareeba, Atherton, Townsville, Proserpine, Sarina, and Rockhampton.

Innisfail and District Tennis Association committee members and junior players welcomed Rob Barty (fourth from right) to their club.

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Walking in Faith SARI HYYTINEN IT can seem really strange in this day and age to be a person that declares that they walk with Jesus. “But the science!” I am proud to declare and share my faith. I was so excited to recently hear the story of a lovely lady who shared with me it was as she was delving into the science of the human eye that she realised that God is real, as there is no way that this could possibly be created randomly. There is so much power in our testimony, and it is exciting to me to hear people share openly and honestly about what Jesus is doing in their lives. Revelations 12: 11 NIV ‘They triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony; they did not love their lives so much as to shrink from death.’ To become more ‘professional,’ in modern society we often remove our humanity. That is problematic for humans in general as we crave connection. We crave community. We need to be part of a community that cares. I am excited to soon be sharing the power of what God has been doing in my life and this company to help me overcome the battles of my last 5 years. As a society, I believe we have learned to selfjustify actions that result in poor outcomes for others, and I am guilty of this as well. At the moment as I am dealing with my own poor behaviour and self-justification, I am working on setting a much better foundation in my company to make it a place where there is genuine love and care for each other.

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Stakeholder Capitalism and the World Economic Forum were raised in the Federal parliament AS reported in Hansard from the Federal Parliament Liberal South Australian Federal Senator Alex Antic made an extraordinary speech on the floor of parliament. The words of the Honorable Senator are published in their entirety due to the astonishing nature of his speech, as follows: "Founded in 1971 by Klaus Schwab, the World Economic Forum is steeped in authoritarianism and Marxist ideology. It's an ideology which is creeping into governments across the world. When speaking about the Canadian parliament, Schwab himself said: 'We penetrate the cabinets. I know that half this cabinet—even more than half—are actually young global leaders of the World Economic Forum. It's true in Argentina, it's true in France—now with the President, who is a young global leader.' The World Economic Forum promotes globalist issues such as climate change, so-called systemic racism and sexism and creating an online digital identity. However, closer inspection reveals that the World Economic Forum is an anticapitalist and anti-freemarket organisation seeking to subvert Western values and political processes. They are very organised and very well funded. Their message is designed to appear harmless when, in fact, the ideology that underpins it is revolutionary and destructive. They train aspirational leaders in their ideology and help them make connections in spheres that include politics, business and the arts. The World Economic Forum has consistently advocated for the harshest COVID measures possible, including lockdowns, mandatory vaccinations, vaccine passports and mask mandates, despite these policies assaulting many of our basic liberties. At the centre of the World Economic Forum's ideology is stakeholder capitalism. Essentially, this is a theory that traditional free-market capitalism ignores the dangers posed by climate change, so the government must enforce restrictive policies to save the environment, even if that means less wealth. Why, then, are the forum's criticisms of capitalism

always directed at Western nations rather than the great polluters such as China and India? The forum believes that your freedoms should be minimised to prevent the imminent climate catastrophe—the one that has been coming for 10 years and the last 50 years, by the way. The central theme of the World Economic Forum's material is what they call the 'great reset', which is Klaus Schwab's term for the opportunity the pandemic has presented to reimagine and reinvent the economic policies of the West. The term comes directly from Schwab himself with his 2020 book entitled COVID-19: The Great Reset. In a now-deleted video titled '8 predictions for the world in 2030', the World Economic Forum claimed, 'You'll own nothing, and you'll be happy'—a slogan that hits the same dystopian note as 'Work makes you free' and 'Ignorance is strength'. You don't have to be a political philosopher to figure out that if you own nothing, the state owns everything. There's a word for this: it's 'communism'. The World Economic Forum and its affiliates shamelessly promote the abolition of private property—a central facet of Karl Marx's demented utopian ideology, which led to the deaths of tens of millions of people worldwide in the 20th century. To quote Margaret Thatcher: 'Communism never sleeps, never changes its objectives. Nor should we.' No matter how sophisticated the World Economic Forum tries to make the abolition of private property around the world sound, the fantasies of Karl Marx always lead to the crushing of individuals' liberties and lives and the expansion of the state's tyranny and power. It is imperative that we pay close attention to the World Economic Forum and do all that we can to preserve liberty and reduce government intrusion in our lives. If we fail to do so, the anti-democratic forces in the West will continue to march on, and we may wake up to an Australia that we no longer recognise. Australians deserve to know the extent of the World Economic Forum's influence and infiltration of our country, and we're going to find out."

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½ small pawpaw, peeled and chopped 1 mango, peeled and sliced 1 tablespoon ginger, grated 2 oranges, juiced

2 passionfruits, halved and pulp removed 2 cup natural yoghurt, reduced fat Method Serves: 6 Prep time: 15 minutes

COMBINE strawberries, pineapple, pawpaw and mango in a large bowl.

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MIX ginger, orange juice and passionfruit pulp in a small jug and drizzle over fruit.

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1 cup strawberries, roughly chopped

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1 small pineapple, skin removed and chopped

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Leigh Tredwell (teacher) and Cassie Tanti (teacher aide) with Goondi State School Prep C class.

Lisa Dearsley (relief teacher) and Amanda Kleve (teacher aide) with Goondi State School Prep A class.

New Road Side Vendor Opportunities in the Cassowary Coast THE Cassowary Coast Council have announced that six new commercial roadside vendor locations are now open to tender. The locations will be made available for a three year period. These locations are on Council controlled land in scenic and tourist locations with at least 400m distance between the sites and storefronts. The announced areas are Perry Harvey Jetty in Mission Beach and Fitzgerald Esplanade in Innisfail. Three new stalls will be available at the two locations. Cassowary Coast Regional Council Councillor Trudy Tschui said, 'from the diverse offering of tropical fruit and vegetables to a great cup of coffee; roadside vending contributes

uniquely to our local economy and the activation of precincts.' Tenders must be lodged via the VendorPanel System; www. vendorpanel.com.au by 5:00 pm on Monday, April 25, 2022. The Council says that they have 'easy to use instructions and FAQs to assist with how to lodge tenders available on [their] website. There is also a link to a weekly webinar run by VendorPanel on how to sign up and use the application. You can find this information by visiting www. cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/ourcouncil/tenders-and-quotes. For more information, don't hesitate to contact Council on 1300 763 903 or email enquiries@cassowarycoast. qld.gov.au.

Wendy Sheffield (teacher) and Kylie Rattray (teacher aide) with Goondi State School Prep B class.

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FEDERAL Labor Leader, Anthony Albanese, has failed to indicate his support for a range of regional funding initiatives proposed by the LNP in last weeks' budget.

he would consider supporting Labor in a hung parliament meant regional projects in Kennedy could be at risk."

During his budget reply speech, Mr Albanese did not endorse significant regional projects supported by the LNP or nominate any alternatives supported by Labor.

"The Federal LNP Government has committed $5.4 billion for the Hells Gates Dam project. All we got was a temper tantrum from Bob Katter," said Mr Macdonald.

Kennedy LNP candidate Bryce Macdonald said, "while it was no surprise to learn the regions were not a priority for Labor, it highlighted a risk for the Kennedy electorate."

"Long overdue regional road funding is coming into Kennedy thick and fast, and there are a range of significant funding announcements for Northern Australia," he said.

Mr Macdonald said, "Bob Katter's recent admission

"Just when industries and communities in Kennedy

Friday, April 8, 2022 are gaining some momentum under the Federal LNP Government, Bob Katter is talking about voting with Labor". "If there is a change of government, the regions will get nothing - the only way to ensure North Queensland remains relevant, is to vote LNP in Kennedy". Mr Macdonald said Labor would undoubtedly rely on preferences from the Greens, meaning Mr Katter's proposed support for Labor was even more extraordinary. "The question is, what sort of extreme, anti-region policies has Labor agreed to in return for these Green preferences – what price will regional Australia pay?" "Any government where the Greens have more influence is a complete nightmare scenario for regional Australia and in particular, the electorate of Kennedy". "A Labor Government, controlled by the Greens, means big problems for agriculture and mining, a carbon tax and all sorts of other strange city-centric ideas". "Kennedy can't afford the Greens, therefore Kennedy can't afford a Labor Government and given his recent statements, any vote for Bob Katter is now a risk". Mr Macdonald said, "the best way the people of Kennedy could mitigate the risk of a Labor/Green Government was to vote LNP and elect an LNP Member for Kennedy."

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THE cool weather is coming soon. Let’s get out and enjoy it! The Tully Support Centre is looking at starting up a weekly social walking group to promote a healthy, socially connected community. We will get started by registering with Heart Foundation Walking with enough interest. This way, your walks can be recorded for certificates and other incentives, and regular newsletters are also sent to all participants. The Heart Foundation Walking motto is ‘Help us help Australians take positive steps to reduce stress, have a healthier body, build stronger relationships, and most of all, be happy’. Walking for an average of 30 minutes or more a day can lower the risk of heart disease, stroke by 35% per cent and Type 2 diabetes by 40%. Walking is good for preventing Heart disease and good for Mental Health. It is open to anyone! All ages and fitness levels. We walk at a pace that allows for talking at the same time! Participants are welcome to walk with dogs and children in prams as well. Bring along a friend! Let us know whether morning or evening works best for you. We will also be looking for a person willing to help the Walk Organiser. The Heart Foundation’s Policy covers all registered Walk Organisers for volunteer Walk Organisers, including insurance cover. And finally, we need a name! Contact Carol on 40 681 004 to register or email carol@tullysupportcentre.com.au and help us get this up and going. The TSC is funded by the Queensland Government and has been servicing communities throughout the Cassowary Coast since 1991. The Tully Support Centre is located at 54 Bryant Street in Tully, opening hours Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9 am to 1 pm & 2 pm to 4 pm, and Wednesday from 9 am to 1 pm & 2 pm to 6 pm. To register your interest or more info 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.”

COMMUNITY

Friday, April 8, 2022

CRIME WRAP Tully April 5 - Can you help police identify the owners of these motorbikes? SENIOR CONSTABLE JANE MORAN

If you can provide any information on the rightful owners of the motorbikes pictured below, please contact Policelink and quote QP2200406687. Proof of ownership will be required to claim the motorbikes.

OFFICERS located a 110cc and a 50cc Red Honda bikes at a derelict property on Dowzer Street, Tully, on March 7.

Break and enter charges, Innisfail Estate

Also located were two black kit bags containing helmets and accessories and a 5ltr green fuel container.

A 15-year-old Goondi Hill boy was charged with one count of burglary on April 1.

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It will be alleged he entered the garage of a Riverside Crescent address via an open roller door and then entered an unlocked vehicle parked in the garage. He allegedly stole a wallet, handbag, vehicle keys, roller door keys and two bicycles. He was located that afternoon and is scheduled to appear at the Innisfail children’s Court at a later date. The bicycles and keys were returned to the owner.

Two vehicle traffic crash, Innisfail AT approximately 5.30pm on April 1, a 73-year-old Ravenshoe woman driving a Ford Territory travelling south along Rankin Street drove through the intersection, colliding with a Toyota Hilux travelling west along Grace Street. Both vehicles received significant

damage. Ambulance officers assessed all occupants, who had received no serious injuries. The 73-year-old Ravenshoe woman was issued with a $551 traffic infringement notice for driving without due care and attention.

Stealing charges, Innisfail A 13-year-old Innisfail Estate boy has been charged with two counts of stealing and one count each of trespassing and enter premises. It will be alleged he attended a Terka Street address on March 15 and removed a fence panel to enter the rear yard, where he drank a number of soft drinks. He allegedly then entered an unlocked vehicle parked outside the address. No property was stolen from the vehicle. It will be further alleged on March 30 his parents found him with a Samsung mobile phone he had allegedly stolen. He is scheduled to appear at the Innisfail children’s Court at a later date. If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www. police.qld.gov.au/reporting. Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www. crimestoppersqld.com.au. Quote these reference numbers: QP2200529276, QP2200551367, QP2200555640.

Mamu Health Service Limited Show Case Event Mamu Health Service Limited are hosting a Show Case event in Tully area and would like to invite you to come along and have a chat with Members of the Board and Mamu Health Service Limited Program Staff who will be along on the day. Sharing program information and activities. A lite Lunch will be provided on the day.

Thursday 14 April 2022 Midtown Arcade 18 Butler Street 10.00am

All are Welcome

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QLD Vaccine Mandates axed, emergency powers extended, and Hydroxychloroquine unbanned as a community every year at the local shows?'

LEXY MARQUIS ALL people in Queensland, vaccinated or otherwise, will be welcome into venues from 1 am on April 14, 2022. This will include cafes and restaurants, pubs, clubs, cinemas, showgrounds, galleries, libraries, stadiums, weddings, museums and anywhere else the unvaccinated were unable to visit. Before the new announcement, Bob Katter said, ' The right to assembly is a fundamental human right enshrined in the Magna Carta, the US Bill of Rights, and in most constitutions. How can we function as a society if we can't meet up for a beer or come together

Although vaccine requirements will still be required for hospitals, care facilities, schools, child care and jails for both visitors and staff. It seems that unvaccinated teachers and nurses are still unable to go back to their profession. Checking in is also out for Queensland as per the above. NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet said in March on NSW issues that '... [W]e ended up bringing QR codes back when we weren't even tracking and tracing. There was no science behind it at all.

AUSTRALIA’S ECONOMIC PLAN Employment’s up, so we’re taking the next step. There are now 260,000 more people in work than before COVID. And Australia performed better than major advanced economies through the pandemic. That’s why we’re taking the next step.

To find out more, visit economicplan.gov.au

13.3 million

+260,000 13 million

More people in work than before COVID

March 2020 - January 2022 Data: ABS Labour Force, Australia

Authorised by the Australian Government, Canberra.

It had zero utility, but there was a massive campaign and when those campaigns get to run, what it does is that it depletes confidence, and that kind of reporting, as we have seen over this period of time, has been depleting confidence in our people. So we actually brought it back for one reason only - to instil confidence so that people would go on using QR codes,' he said. A fourth jab is soon to be underway for those over 65, first nations people over 50, people who live in aged or disability care facilities and the immunocompromised. There is talk of a fifth jab also. Whilst the vaccine mandates for entrance into regular everyday places have been dropped, emergency powers have been extended. As every day Mum and Dad protesters marched opposing the extension of emergency powers in the state, Queensland voted to extend the vaccine mandates until October. At the third reading of the bill, 48 members supported it, and 36 were against it. Those against the bill from the second reading were Katter Australia Party, Pauline Hanson's One Nation and Noosa's independent members, with the LNP and ALP for it. At the third, the LNP then changed their minds and voted to oppose the bill; however, the bill still had the numbers to pass. Some of the Labor members who voted to pass the bill mentioned that most of their constituents were against the extension of the emergency powers. The Human Rights Commissioner for Queensland was also against the extension of emergency powers. It must be remembered that Queensland no longer has an upper house, with the senate being scrapped in 1922, making Queensland a unicameral parliament. Laws are created and passed in the Legislative Assembly only. Hydroxychloroquine has been unbanned for use on covid; it would seem, should a patient's doctor decide it's suitable during a consultation with the patient. The statement on the Queensland Health Website states: "Revocation of Prescribing, Dispensing or Supply of Hydroxychloroquine Direction Direction from Chief Health Officer in accordance with emergency powers arising from the declared public health emergency Public Health Act 2005 (Qld) Section 362B I, Dr John Gerrard, Chief Health Officer, reasonably believe it is necessary to give the following direction pursuant to the powers under s362B of the Public Health Act 2005 to assist in containing, or to respond to, the spread of COVID-19 within the community. Revocation The Prescribing, Dispensing or Supply of Hydroxychloroquine Direction, effective from 7.35 pm on April 7 2020, is revoked from the time of publication. Dr John Gerrard Chief Health Officer March 12 2022." Queensland Health previously banned Hydroxychloroquine from being prescribed, dispensed or supplied from April 2020 in connection with Covid unless it was an approved clinical trial, with fines or six months imprisonment for disobeying a public health directive. This was initiated by the then Cheif Health Officer Jeanette Young, the new Governor of Queensland. Back in mid-2020, President Trump was panned for suggesting Hydroxychloroquine could have the potential to be used in connection with Covid. Clive Palmer also secured the medication for Australia in 2020, with 22m doses added to the national stockpile at the time. However, a further 33 million doses were not accepted and remained uncollected after importation.

REAL ESTATE

Friday, April 8, 2022

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WEDNESDAY 13 APRIL

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LIVE ONLINE AUCTION - 9AM START GENERAL GOODS & CHATTELS

BOATS, INDUSTRIAL WORK TABLES, HOOP PINE TIMBER, LIGHTING TOWERS, MITSUBISHI ROSA 25 SEATER BUS, MITSUBISHI 2.5T FORKLIFT, HARDWARE & TOOLS, HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, VEHICLES, SUNLANDER LONGREACH CARAVAN, 85 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER SWB VIEWING TUESDAY 12 APRIL 9AM - 6PM AT 401 SHERIDAN STREET, CAIRNS NORTH PLEASE NOTE: NO AUCTION DAY SITE ACCESS, LIVE ONLINE ONLY

64.7 ha (160 acres)

WARRAMI, QLD 4854

Cane (Ex-Banana) Farm, Crop, 180 ML Water Licence View by appointment

Visit our Website to Create Your Account for Online Bidding Subscribe for our Catalogue - www.quaidauctioneers.com.au Note: A 15% Buyers Premium will be added to the knockdown price of each lot sold. This is a (GST Incl.) Sale

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For Sale by Expressions of Interest (EOI) Closing Friday 29/04/2022 at 5 pm. This high tonnage cane farm with a large machinery shed with 3 phase power and other sheds is being sold as a Going Concern sale meaning the 2022 cane crop, machinery & equipment are included. The 180 ML Water Licence for irrigation from the Murray River would be ideal for irrigated crops including small crops, fruit trees or bananas, if required.

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Jim Cooper M 0417 736 935

jim.cooper@nh.com.au Nutrien Harcourts Tully

401 Sheridan Street, Cairns North - Phone 4051 3300

A COUNTRY FEELING

Land Area 1,227 sqm

Lovely mountainous views from the front door of this comfortable family home.Constructed of masonry block this home is in a lovely country setting with lots to offer.Great open plan living area, state of the art kitchen complete with induction cooktop, rangehood, wall oven, dishwasher, double sink and lots of bench space. Three generous bedrooms with the master having an ensuite. Main bathroom and toilet. Built-ins, air conditioning, security screens and low maintenance tiled floors throughout. Spacious laundry utility area. Double garage and two bay lockable backyard shed. Variety of fruit trees.Double cement driveway rated for approximately 30 plus tonnes.

HIDDEN BELVEDERE BEAUTY

Fenced including an electric perimeter dog fence just needing a transmitter. An added bonus is the energy saving solar power and gas hot water. The property is also wired for a generator, ready for those unexpected power outages.On a school bus route. Approximately 100 metres to primary school, post office, convenience store / takeaway, eateries and petrol bowser. Approximately 200 metres to beautiful Paronella Park. Scenic drive to the Innisfail CBD and most other conveniences.

$440,000 neg.

https://aarealty.net/property/1499/

Land Area 800 sqm

• High set 3 bedroom home • Airconditioned bedrooms & living area • Large 800sqm block • Vehicle access to back yard

Land Area 1,155 sqm

Contact Louise on 0448 751 963

A HIDDEN GEM IN CULLINANE

$470,000 List # 1470 https://aarealty.net/property/1470/

Contact Fran on 0401 191 258

GREAT FAMILY HOME

Along with its obvious street appeal, this outstanding Belvedere property’s real charms lie in the expansive living areas, large rear deck and the immaculately planned rear gardens and inground pool/entertainment area. The property is also conveniently located on a local bus route, allowing ease of access to the CBD, local schools and other facilities. An inspection is needed to truly appreciate this special property.

Land Area 832 sqm

A lovely neat 3 bedroom masonry block home, tucked away in a quiet culde-sac. • Open plan home with • 3 bedrooms, 2 with built ins • 2 bathrooms • Colorbond shed

$340,000 - List #1403 https://aarealty.net/property/1403/

$410,000 - List #1455 https://aarealty.net/property/1455/

Contact Kylie on 0428 944 563

YOUR OWN PRIVATE RETREAT

Land Area 7,759 sqm

Once you arrive at this idyllic property, hidden away from the world, you won’t want to leave. The very spacious 3 bedroom, air conditioned home has a large living area, formal and casual dining, 2 outdoor entertaining/ bar-b-que areas with superb views of the surrounding manicured gardens. Add to that, 2 large farm equipment sheds, bore, 10,000ltr water tank, solar hot water and your own little creek and you have your retreat from the world. This rare property will not last so arrange an inspection today.

$550,000 List # 1476

https://aarealty.net/rural/1476/

Contact Louise on 0448 751 963

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FUNERAL NOTICE HASTIE, Carolyn Doris Nee Gould Aged 76 years. Late of Coorparoo Formerly of Innisfail. Carolyn passed away on Saturday, 2nd April, 2022 Much Loved Wife of Kenneth (dec). Loving Mother of Ken, Colin and Desley. Loved Mother-In-Law, Grandmother and Great Grandmother of their families. All relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a Funeral Service for Carolyn commencing at 10.00a.m., Monday, 11th April, 2022 in the Chapel of Blacks Funerals, 18 Scullen Ave., Innisfail. Followed by interment in the Innisfail Cemetery.

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Nee Binnie. (Matron Black) Aged 96 years 6 months. Late of Tully

Beloved wife of Wal (dec). Loved Mother of Roslyn and David. Loved Grandmother of Kirsty and Jason, Nat, Rebecca and Chris. Cherished Great Grandmother (GG) of their families. Funeral Notice will be in a later edition of the Wet Tropic Times, Cairns Post and Townsville Bulletin.

Seeking expressions of interest from experienced Customer Service / Storeperson’s for GF Rural Supplies store in Tully. The successful applicant will have:  A current drivers licence  Retail experience including customer & supplier orders  Understanding of goods receiving & dispatch  Demonstrated ability to supervise the daily operations of freight handling & deliveries  A demonstrated commitment to teamwork and safety

We Support Local Business...

A Forklift and MR licence is highly desirable. For more information, or to apply, email plowe@gfrural.com.au.

FUNERAL NOTICE GIANDOMENICO, Nicolantonio “Nick” (Aged 93) Late of Warren Street, Ingham Loving Husband of Maria (Dec’d), Rosa; Father of Pino, Frank, Remo & Peter; Father in-law; Brother; Brother in-law; Much loved Grandfather & Great Grandfather; Uncle; Cousin and friend to many. All Relatives & Friends are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral Service of the late NICK GIANDOMENICO which is to commence at 1.00pm Monday, 11th April, 2022 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Abbott Street, Ingham followed by his interment in the Catholic Section of the New Ingham Cemetery. A. DELISE INGHAM FUNERAL SERVICES 106 Lannercost Street, Ingham. Ph: 4776 2393 A/H Mob: 0419 024 952

and see how we can help yours. Phone:

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Manton, William Vaughan 16th February, 1935 – 1st April, 2022

Passed away peacefully on 1st April, 2022 – aged 87 years Devoted husband of Noni, loving father of Vanessa, Mark, Michael and Matthew and grandfather to Daniel, Ava, Chloe, Savannah, Jack, William and James • • • • • • • • • •

Well known Coffee growing pioneer of Papua New Guinea Tea Growing pioneer of Tully, North Queensland Hotel builder and operator of Tam O’Shanter Motel, South Mission Beach Primary Developer of South Mission Beach Developed the first high rise in Cairns, ‘Aquarius’ Prawn and cattle farmer Avid fisherman, explorer and adventurer Lover of boats and the water Passionate Snow skier Amazing patriarch and family man

A celebration of Will’s life will be held at Allambe Memorial Park, Parkview Chapel at 11am on Saturday 9th April, 2022 The Life of a Pioneer

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4068 0088 Church times across the region

April 8, 2022

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9 13

Tully Family Church, 9am, Sun, 2 Watkins St, Tully Cardwell AOG, 9:30am Sun, Shire Hall, Cardwell Mission Beach Family Church,

17 18

16 19

25 26

32 34 37

35 38

11am, Sun, Bruce Highway, Cardwell

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

Sugar Reef Baptist Church,

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

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

Uniting Churches

Cassowary Coast Uniting Churchs:

22 Deed 23 Observe 24 Small rug 25 Component part 26 Sailing vessel 27 Strange 28 Egyptian goddess 29 Apply in a thin layer 30 Sloping printed letters 31 Intense dislike 33 Cowardly person (coll) 35 Element’s smallest part 38 Over the top (abb)

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10.30am, Sun, 8 Scullen Ave, Mighell, Innisfail Mission Beach, 8am, Sun, 2224 Tully-Mission Beach Rd, Mission Beach, Kurrimine Beach, 3pm, 1st Sun of month, Kurrimine Beach Chapel (beside the motel), 5/9 Hawthorne Dr, Kurrimine

Seventh Day Adventist

5pm, Sun, 6a Mcquillan st, Tully, Ingham District Uniting Churches: Ingham, 10am, Sun 16 Herbert St, Ingham Halifax, 8am, Sun 12 Anderssen St, Halifax Blue Haven Lodge, Ingham, 11am (2nd & 4th Tues) Road, Bamboo Creek

Seventh Day Adventist Innisfail,

Tully Seventh Day Adventist Church,

10:30am, Sat ,Bible Study, 11am, Sat, 114 Lawrence

Sat 9:30am Sabbath School, Sat 11am, 1 Edward St, Tully

Lutheran

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

Anglican Churches St Albans Anglican

St John Anglican Church, 3pm, 3rd Sun of month, Motel

Church,

Chapel, Kurrimine Beach

9am, Sun, 83 Rankin Street,

Holy Trinity Anglican

Innisfail

Holy Trinity (Ingham), Church

6 pm Saturday(Ingham), Service. Holy Trinity

5pm, Sat, 2 Black Street, Tully

9:30am, Sun, 37 McIlwraith

John Oliver Feetham

Street,Ingham

Pioneer Memorial

All Souls,

9am, Sun, 45 Bruce Highway,

7:30am, Sun, 10 Four Mile

Cardwell

Road, Victoria Estate

Catholic Diocese

12 Webb Rd, Wongaling Beach

T E N O T R B E I T E

SUDOKU SOLUTIONS No. 240

Innisfail,

Beach, Tully Tongan Uniting,

St John Anglican Church,

CROSSWORD SOLUTION No. 12979 S A P F A C L E I S I A N D I C A N L A

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

Non-denominational

SUDOKU No. 241

9am Fri, 3rd Fri of month, 40 Jamieson St, Cardwell Cardwell Baptist Church,

Street, Tully

services Down 21 Manservant 1 Russian author 23 Paramount 2 Means of communication 25 Snakelike fish 3 Become more 26 Barren forgiving 29 Worker in metal 4 Feeling dread 32 Existence 5 Donkey 33 Expectorate 6 Homeless child 34 Rowing pole 8 Innovators 36 Of much significance 10 Motive 37 Indolent 11 Man (coll) 39 Strip the rind from 13 Immediately payable 40 Writer of verse 15 Ooze out 41 Apart 42 Of the nobility 20 Hermits

Churches of Christ Care Rockingham Home Aged Care Service,

Baptist Churches

Tully Baptist Church, 10am, Sun, 6 Plumb

6pm, Sun, Unit 3, 2-4 Stephens Street, Mission Beach Life Church, 10am, Sun, 28-32 Townsville Road, Ingham

Baptist Family Centre Innisfail,

6:30pm, Sun, Ladies Church

AND CLUES

HARD

No. 12980

Across 3 Species of palm tree 7 Make sly critical comments 9 Crust formed over a cut 12 Cover thinly with gold 14 Set upon with violence 16 Manipulate with skill 17 Unidentified flying object (abb) 18 Girl’s name 19 Payments for

AOG / ACC / Churhes of christ

St Rita’s Babinda,

7am, Sun, 15 Church St, Babinda

9:30 am, Sunday. 37 McIlwraith Street, Ingham

St Clare of Montefalco Church,

Mother of Good Counsel,

6pm Vigil Mass, Sat

6:30pm Sat Vigil, 9am, Sun, 90 Rankin St, Innisfail

9am, Sun, 13 Mars St, Tully Our Lady Star of the Sea,

Our Lady of Fatima,

5pm Sun (except 1st Sunday),

10am, Sun, 32 Glasgow Street, El Arish, St John the Evangelist, 6pm, Sat, 4 Harold Street, Silkwood, St Rita’s South Johnstone, 7am, 1st, 3rd & 5th/month, 5 Green Street, South Johnstone Christ the King, 7am, 2nd & 4th/month, 10 Harbour Road, Mourilyan Holy Spirit, Mission Beach 7am Sun,

121 Victoria St, Cardwell Ingham Region Catholic Parishes: St Patrick’s, 8:30am, Sunday, 18 Abbott Street, Ingham St Peter’s, 7am, Sunday, 10 Scott Street, Halifax, Canossa Chapel, 10am, Sunday, St Teresa’s College / 3819 Abergowrie Rd St Teresa’s, Trebonne, 10am

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Friday, April 8, 2022

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LAST week the Northern Regional Variety Committee meeting took place in Cairns. This meeting is where the industry votes on the new varieties bred by SRA. Breeding new sugar cane varieties is a very long and involved process, usually taking around 12 years. Around year 10 of the process, the number of seedlings that could become possible commercial varieties have been thinned down from thousands to a handful. This is when the industry starts to vote on whether to keep trialling them for possible release as a variety. SRA breed the canes for yield, pest and disease tolerance, ratoonability and milling characteristics. By year 12, there are usually just a couple of seedlings being considered for voting to become a commercial variety. Once voted for, the seedling will get an SRA number and plant-breeding rights, and they go on the Wet tropics recommended list. Last week the industry delegates, two from each region (1 grower and 1 miller representative), voted to accept five (5) new varieties for the wet tropics. This is a more significant number than usual but follows on from 2021, when no new varieties were voted in. Here in Tully, we actually have added

a further step to the process where we trail the new varieties under local conditions for two years, mainly to fine-tune the harvest time information. This is done through the Tully Variety Management group work and results in a local voluntary recommended variety list, which sits under the Wet tropics recommended list. This local voluntary list is made into a local, new variety guide. The 2022 version of this local guide will be presented to the industry through a series of pre-season-shed meetings the week of April 26-29. The format for these meetings, which will go for 1.5-2 hours, will be as follows: 1. Tully's new variety guide 2. TCPSL update 3. Tully Sugar update The times and locations are as follows: Tuesday, April 26 8 am Pantovic Granadilla road shed Tuesday, April 26 1 pm Syndicate – TSL home farm Jarra Creek road shed Wednesday, April 27 1 pm – Lower Tully – Crema'sShed on Collins road Thursday, April 28 8 am Murray Murray Rural Fire brigade shed Friday, April 29 8 am Henry shed on Davidson road.

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Standing up for a farmers’ right to farm CANEGROWERS CHAIRMAN PAUL SCHEMBRI MOST cane farmers, in fact, most farmers in Queensland, have experienced some form of friction with members of the wider community about their activities. It might be that they’ve created noise or dust, or operated machinery outside of daylight hours. It may have been a fear of chemicals or livestock, the list of what has triggered a dispute is very long.

The sugar industry is located amongst some of the most populated areas of coastal Queensland and increasing urban sprawl means new residents find themselves next door to a working farm, something they may not have experienced before. Complaints about our normal, lawful farming activities can be uncomfortable, sometimes costly, and even erode a cane farmer’s willingness to keep on farming.

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Some conflicts are managed by local council planning schemes and zoning and the State Government has established agricultural land guidelines and planning policies. But while cane farmlands are generally zoned as such or are part of general rural lands which entitle landowners to use those lands for cane growing purposes, individuals are still facing complaints. This is why CANEGROWERS is developing a policy around Right to Farm legislation. The right to farm is usually regarded as the desire by farmers to undertake lawful agricultural practices without conflict arising from complaints from neighbours and other land users. They are a form of a statutory shield of protection from complaints about farm activity causing a nuisance. Right to Farm legislation is not new. While Queensland does not have a specific right to farms laws, some other states do. In 2019, the New South Wales Government passed a Right to Farm Act. Tasmanian farmers have long enjoyed the protections afforded by the Primary Industry Activities Protection Act. All 50 US states have some form of right to farm legislation. Many of these laws commenced as far back as 1963. All Canadian Provinces also have the right to farm laws.

I must stress that CANEGROWERS is not promoting legislation to give blanket cover for farmers to do whatever they like. There are already laws that regulate the application of chemicals, the use of fire, and the movement of farm machinery, and we as farmers need to comply with all of these current rules that are appropriate to agriculture and our activities. What we are considering is a legislative framework to allow farmers to exercise the quiet enjoyment of going about their own business without having to justify their actions. The only defence we have at present, provided we are complying with the laws and regulations already in place, is that ‘We were here first.’ We need something stronger than that. CANEGROWERS is now discussing this proposal with other farm organisations to gauge their support. This is an opportunity too for political parties in Queensland to consider and adopt Right to Farm legislation, to stand up for farmers. I have had many meetings with politicians who say they love farmers. This represents a real opportunity for political parties to back farmers and what we do in a real and practical way, and not just talk about it.

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Dametto sponsors e-petition to retain Spanish mackerel quotas KATTER’S Australian Party (KAP) Deputy Leader and Hinchinbrook MP Nick Dametto has sponsored an e-petition calling on the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF) to retain the current commercial and recreational Spanish mackerel quotas. The Queensland Fisheries Reforms proposed by DAF aim to radically reduce Spanish mackerel catch quotas for commercial and recreational fisherman for East Coast Queensland. The information circulating from the Spanish Mackerel Fishery Working Group (Working Group) proposes to reduce from July 1 the total allowable catch for commercial fisheries by 7590 per cent and current recreational bag limits to one fish per person with a maximum of two per boat. The Hinchinbrook MP said that the Queensland Fisheries Reforms would negatively impact numerous industries in his electorate. “Spanish mackerel is heavily relied upon by both commercial and recreational fisherman and this ridiculous proposal will have immense impacts on Queensland’s regional economy,” said Mr Dametto. “The East Coast Spanish Mackerel Fishery Annual Status Report stated that the commercial catch rate of Spanish mackerel has demonstrated a stable trend since the quota was introduced in 2004.[1] “If that catch rate has not significantly increased, then why is the Working Group entertaining this proposal?

“In 2020, DAF applied new stock estimate modelling, which has resulted in some alarming figures that indicate the Spanish mackerel fisheries biomass could be as low as 17 per cent. “This estimate can only mean one of two factors: mismanagement by the State Government of the East Coast Fishery or that the new modelling is incorrect and not reliable. “Any reduction in Spanish mackerel commercial fishing quotas will significantly pressure the market price. It will also drive up the rate of, possibly lower quality, imports in place of reduced local supplies. “Australians deserve the right to affordable and wild-caught seafood.” Spanish mackerel is profoundly sought by North Queensland restaurants and fish and chip retailers, and the proposed changes are causing concerns for local businesses. Forrest Beach Takeaway owner and Principal Petitioner Lisa Scobie said that the reduction in quota would increase the current price of local Spanish mackerel well beyond affordability for the average consumer. “Supporting local fishermen is always our first preference however continuity and consistency of supply of appropriate products is a challenge,” Mrs Scobie said. “The next alternative is to source Spanish mackerel from other areas of Australia. Western Australia has good commercial supplies of the product. However, the costs of transporting and

other market price dictates will likely make it non-viable as an alternative. “The only other alternative would be using an imported mackerel, which is an option I have no interest in. “Restaurant owners and seafood retailers will be in the same position as takeaways and cafes in terms of product availability and affordability. “At the end of the day, the everyday consumer will need to make a decision around how much they are willing to pay and what fish they will accept in place of Spanish mackerel. “We are very privileged to live in a country with access to some of the best seafood in the world.

“If action needs to be taken to ensure the sustainability of the East Coast Spanish mackerel fishery, then we can fully appreciate this and abide by that decision. “We simply ask before such a significant impact on livelihood is imposed on those in and around the fishing industry that all steps taken around securing the future of these fish are evidence-based on factual data and transparent scientific methodology.” The Hinchinbrook MP has encouraged the community to support the Queensland fishing and food businesses that will be negatively impacted and potentially made unviable by the proposed quota reduction by signing the Queensland Parliament e-petition: https://www.parliament.qld. gov.au/Work-of-the-Assembly/Petitions/ Petition-Details?id=3724

Nick Dametto MP at Forrest Beach.

Cassowary rescued from pig trap LEXY MARQUIS

RECENTLY, a cassowary was accidentally caught and subsequently released from a pig trap in a sugar cane field. The bird was attracted to the bananas used as bait. There have been other instances where wallabies and other animals have been trapped also. Mission Beach Wild Care Inc rescued the Cassowary. They recognise the need to control wild pigs. Still, They are asking farmers instead of bananas being used as bait for molasses and corn to be used instead so as not to attract other wildlife. Also, to ensure that traps are monitored frequently, and that contact details are placed on the trap. They ask that this information is shared with others to help get the message out. It's also a reminder never to feed Cassowaries as generally they are attracted to red and bright fruits. Cassowaries may recognise bananas as food from being previously hand-fed by well-intended people who may not fully understand the potential for future detriment to the endangered species. One local vet said, 'A fed bird is a dead bird.' Cassowaries that humans have fed may also take to crossing roads more frequently than they would otherwise whilst looking for an easy feed. Mission Beach Wild Care Inc would like to ask that you save two important numbers to your phone for 24/7 rapid response for Wildlife rescue. For Cassowary and Crocodile matters, please get in touch with DES on 1300 130 372. For all other Wildlife, don't hesitate to get in touch with Mission Beach Wild Care Inc on 0439 687 272.

Banana farming at a loss AS reported in Hansard from the House of Representatives, the Federal Parliament Federal Member for Kennedy, Bob Katter of KAP, recently raised issues facing banana farmers in the House of Representatives. His speech is as follows: “Australian farmers have seen costs skyrocket. Fertiliser, freight, packaging, and fuel have all nearly doubled in the past 12 months, and urgent action is required. For example, the biggest generic item sold in supermarkets in Australia is bananas. Farmers who provide work for 25 or 30 people face monthly bills of around half a million dollars. This equates to $1.50 per kilo of bananas before the farmers have any return at all. Farmers receive about 20 cents less, about $1.30, from the supermarket chains, which charge consumers double that amount - $3 a kilogram. Farmers would save money by doing nothing but sitting around and taking dole payments. Governments need to act urgently. Supermarkets must provide farmers with a minimum price that is higher than the cost of production. Supermarkets equally need to be accountable for the price increase they charge Australians, particularly when the two major supermarkets have 90 per cent of the Australian food market.

They preach to us about free markets, and it is not a free market. What I was taught at university was it is an oligopoly. We must demand a strong government that does not provide sugar hits to the Australian public. At the same time, farmers live off their borrowings from the bank, eating away at their assets until they own nothing and have no income. We demand the government provides real changes to stop this from continuing.”

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SOCIAL bowls on Thursday, winners were Matt Lock, Neil, and Jim Azzopardi, runner-ups were Peter Zanoletti, Gavin Blee and Bill Price. Social bowls winners on Sunday: Penny, Allan & George, runner-up: Paul, Joan & Bill. Names in by 1 for 1.30 pm start for Social bowls on Thursday and Sunday. Singles games to be played when possible," A" Jim Azzopardi vs Les Maxwell. “B” Bill price vs Peter Zanoletti. Saturday, April 9, the new green will be 'Officially Opened." All Far North Qld bowls clubs are invited to bring a mixed team to help celebrate and experience the new surface first-hand. Babinda Teams: Jim Azzopardi, Ann Azzopardi, Gavin Omodei, Les Maxwell. Jim Martinod, Maise Smith, Ron Omodei, Kevin Anderson. A well attended working bee was held on Saturday morning, with carpet laid around the northern end of the green and cleaning many other areas.

Ingham Ladies Bowls ON Wednesday, April 30, the final of Championship Fours was played. The winning team was Grace Cockrell, Luisa Di Bella, Lynette Melvin, and Elsa Piotto defeating Roslyn Doherty, Yvonne Roberts, Maria Moore, and Alison Rutherford 24 – 11.

Innisfail Ladies Bowls INNISFAIL Ladies enjoyed a great afternoon of social bowls on Wednesday, and all games were close. Eileen Hamann, Dell Steve, and Diane Wheeler played a 14 - 14 draw with Louise Hoskins, Vera Rowe, and Caterina Cook. Lyn Stevenson, Marcia Ryall, and Daphne Kirkman 14 defeated Maisie Smith, Bev Bandiera, and Jan Edgerton 12. Sue Morrison, Bev Anderson, and Diana O’Brien 18 defeated Pam Anderson, Ann Rule, and Joan Atkinson 15. Joan Atkinson won the money card, and the ladies all enjoyed afternoon tea courtesy of Pam Anderson.

SPORT The Innisfail Ladies are looking forward to welcoming players from Tropical North to their Easter Day on Tuesday, April 12.

Silkwood Bowls BAREFOOT Bowls Every Friday Night Bowls, Sausage Sizzle, Music & Fun for the family starting at 5.30 to 9 pm, Sausage sizzle at 6.30 pm. We have members available to help assist you. Contact 0475759808 to register your interest for catering purposes and all other inquiries including costing for families. Wednesday, April 6, 2022 Team Denise Charman & Jean Messina defeated team Delmo Tarditi & Tim Wallis 24 to 14. Team Rex Williams and Lee-ann Mayell defeated Len Charman & Alan Hudson/Ann Hollingsworth 20 to 19. Sunday, April 3, 2022 Rex Williams & Daniel Gauci played the next round for the Champion of Champions and what a fantastic game, unfortunately, there could only be one winner, Daniel with a score of 22 and Rex 25, congratulations Rex who now progresses to the next round. A game of triples with team Barry Green, Russ Marsden & Delmo Tarditi with a score of 18 defeated team Brian Brooks & Tony Cates/Ann Hollingsworth & Bev Marsden with a score of 17. Team Denise Charman & Lee-ann Mayell defeated Team Alan Hudson & Jean Messina 43 to 17. Bowls Social Days Social Days are Wednesday and Sunday with signon at 1.00 pm and start at 1.30 pm. Covid Restrictions Proof of double vaccination is needed for all bowlers and guests on entry with changes coming on April 14, 2022. All inquiries contact the club on ph. 0475759808 or you can follow us on our Facebook page.

Friday, April 8, 2022 (12) v Team 2 Gavin Buick/Rita Pezzutto/Pam Staier (11) Team 3 Scott/Joan Mercer/Donte (8) v Team 4 Leno Ceccato/Pauline Edwards/ Anthony (13) Team 5 Steve Szabo/Des Roberts/ Bev Harrop (12) v Team 6 Joanne Townsend/Avis Ray Colleen Tennant (7) For our second game: Team 1. (6) v Team 6 (11). Team 2 (15) v Team 4 (5). Team 3 (5) v Team 5 (11). The winners were Team 5. Steve/ Des and Bev. and runner up Team 1. Ray/ Rod and Rita. In Club Championship Singles: John Taylor (25) d Gavin Buick (11). Joan Mercer (25) d Bev Achilles (19). Joanne Townsend (25) d Robyn Brunello (14) Peter Smith (25) d Ray Wicks (20). Ray Downing (25) d Leno Ceccato (19) More championship games this Friday/Saturday. Members of the public are welcome to come along and watch some good bowls. Arrangements have been finalised for our Easter Triples. Sixteen Teams have been Nominated, so it will be a good day. Visitors are most welcome to come along and watch some Good Bowling!

Tully Bowls WEDNESDAY, March 30: Thanks to all those Club Members who showed up for our working bee on Wednesday. We did lots of cleaning and odd jobs that really needed attention. BBQ after the work was appreciated. Sunday, April 3: Great to see some new faces at the Club. Welcome, Scott, Anthony, and Donte. 18 players played 2 Games of 10 ends. Team 1 Ray Downing/Rod Tennant/Rita Hudson

Joanne Townsend winning TFNQDLBA B Grade Singles

Silkwood Clay Target Club monthly shoot results A FIELD of 46 shooters competed in Silkwood Clay Target Club’s monthly shoot last Sunday in fine and hot conditions. The main event was the 50 Target Cassowary Coast Single Barrel Championship, won by Jar Smaniotto with a near-perfect score. Results Event 1 - 50 Target Double Barrel Cash Divide AA - 1st: Paul Crapella 50/50, Bryan Sanderson 50/50, Michael Thurston 50/50 and Jar Smaniotto 50/50 A - 1st: Gil Alvero 50/50; 2nd: Jason Sapuppo 49/50, Josh Alvero 49/50, Andrew Casella 49/50, Joe Zappala 49/50 and Tony Vincenzi 49/50 B - 1st: Liane Robertson 49/50; 2nd: John Stella 48/50, Alan Birch 48/50 and Maurie Costa 48/50 C - 1st: Peter Scott 48/50 and Emma Thurston 48/50; 3rd: Alf Gangemi 47/50 Event 2 - 50 Target Cassowary Coast Single Barrel Championship Overall winner: Jar Smaniotto 49/50

AA - 1st: Michael Thurston 48/50; 2nd: Aaron Lemphers 59/62 (47/50); 3rd: Bryan Sanderson 58/62 (47/50) Shoot-off A - 1st: Tony Vincenzi 52/54 (48/50); 2nd: Angelo Russo 51/54 (48/50); 3rd: Gil Alvero 50/53 (48/50) Shoot-off B - 1st: John Stella 49/53 (46/50); 2nd: Alan Birch 48/53 (46/50); 3rd: Maurie Costa 45/50 C - 1st: Daniel Scott 46/50; 2nd: Rob Draper 46/53 (44/50); 3rd: Peter Scott 45/53 )44/50) Shoot-off Event 3 - 50 Target Point Score AA - 1st: Jar Smaniotto 149/150; 2nd: Paul Crapella 154/156 (148/150); 3rd: Michael Thurston 153/156 (148/150) Shoot-off A - 1st: Frank Scamnello 147/150; 2nd: Tony Vincenzi 143/150; 3rd: Jason Sapuppo 142/150 B - 1st: Peter Vit 148/150; 2nd: Alan Birch 147/151 (146/150); 3rd: Sandra Crapella 146/151 (146/150) Shoot-off C - 1st: Rob Draper 145/150; 2nd: Peter Neilsen 134/150; 3rd: Alf Gangemi 135/152 (133/150) Shootoff

Silkwood Clay Target Club President Duncan Sutherland (left) with Jar Smaniotto, overall winner of the Cassowary Coast Single Barrel Championship.

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Golf News Ingham Ladies Golf THE ladies had our opening event on Wednesday 30th March with some wonderful fine weather. Our thanks go to the dedicated volunteer ground staff who have the course in great condition. The event was a Single Stableford. Results: Winner: Deb Giles (38 points) Runner Up: Julie Reed (36 points) Pin Shots: Julie Reed (2nd shot No.10) Lee Irvine (Longest Putt 3/17) Next week’s event on April 6, is Deb Giles’ Trophy Day and will be a Single Stableford.

El Arish Golf Report WHAT an active week of golf we just had with 3 x weekly comps, plus we welcomed back the Vet’s on Tuesday, and then to top it off the Men’s Teitzel’s Cup comp on Sunday, April 1. Last Tuesday, March 29, was an impressive field of players for our S’ford event, with Hipas Donald having a ‘field day’ winning on 39 points. He was followed by Paul Marland who was r/up on a c/back with 32. NTP [All In] on #4/13 was taken by Garry Strawbridge and the Approach Shot on #8/17. It couldn’t be beaten, with Jim Boston chipping in. Sporters on Thursday, March 31, played the 1st 9 Stroke. What a tiebreaker it was, with 3 c/backs! The final result was: Winner: Col Bidgood - R/Up: Jake Perkins - 3rd: Jaxon Piner who were all on 29 points. The least Putts were shot by Paul Marland with 11. NTP’s: #1 Jaxon Piner - #2 Brad Davis - #3 and #4 Col Bidgood - Approach #7 Bruce Durante - Approach #9 Kevin Tombs. Many thanks from the winners to A.S AUTO our sponsor for last Thursday. Saturday, April 2 we played our Monthly Medal Stroke event. Results: Men’s Winner: On a great 59 Nett - Neil Worsley [the shadow] with r/up Gavin Camilleri on 61. Ladies Winner: Lisa Spiegler 65 Nett, with r/up Hipas Donald on 67. NTP Winners: Men’s #2/11 Troy Kopp. All In #4/13 Colleen Ingold. Ladies #5/14 Liz Marland. Winners thank Brothers Leagues Club/Innisfail for their sponsorship of our Monthly Medal. Best Overall Gross was won by Rhys Camilleri with 63. Many thanks to Stewy Worth for his ongoing sponsorship of this award on our Monthly Medal Day.

Our 1st Meat Tray Raffle [which will be held each Monthly Medal Saturday] was won by Frank Tomasino. Sunday, April 3, the Men played Round 1 of the Teitzel’s Cup with a resounding win to ‘our boys’ winning with 20 points - well done!! This Saturday is a Stroke event sponsored by Jo Bishop - come and enjoy the day/great prizes to be won!! Times: 12.00 Rego - 12.15 Draw 12.30 Tee Off.

Tully Golf SATURDAY, April 2 And Thursday Sporters Results Saturday, April 2, saw several hopeful souls appear to contest the Hotel Tully / Star Liquor-sponsored fiesta. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors. The day came with a Tully twist. All ventured out in the sunshine and four holes into the competition out of nowhere the skies opened and raindrops the size of frozen peas battered the hapless field. Before long shelter was sought and for 30 minutes, they listened to the roof of the club be mauled by these cosmic vegetables. When radar searches revealed that the entire universe except for Tully was fine and sunny there was a general feeling of unfairness, but Tully golfers are tough and they waited it out on the porch and sure enough, the guilty sun appeared... So, on with the show! Alex Gilbride shone and produced a marvellous round in the conditions, so here are the results: 1st: Alex Gilbride 69 2nd: Kevin Porpoise Edwards(revelling in the conditions) 72 3rd: Tony Gray 74 4th: Carlos Ferreira 75 NTP 2/11 Men Mike Ellicott 2/11 Ladies Betty Favier 7/16 Men Noel Wagner 7/16 Ladies Betty Favier Thursday, March 31, 2022, Baida Chook Sporters Results 1st: Noel Wagner 20 6 Hole: Brice Henry 13 Rundowns Walter Miller 19 Darryl Edwards 19 Putts- Carlos Ferreira 14 NTP’s 1/10 Carlos Ferreira 7/16 Mike Kennedy 9/18 B Grade Darryl Edwards 9/18 C Grade Noel Wagner

Innisfail Golf Club LAST WEEK, a SPATE of beautiful weather had the Innisfail course looking like a million dollars. The greens are returning nicely from renovations and will be in fantastic condition for the upcoming Innisfail Classic. A special thank you to the extra hands who helped get the mowing under

control last week. If any members can lend a hand for a while on Thursday or have an hour or two spare on any other day, please let Jake Cockle or Andrew Rose know. The FNQ Vets took place at the course on Tuesday, April 5. Also, the Innisfail Classic is on April 23 - 24, and nomination forms are now available at the bar. IGC Rules & Etiquette April Quiz On the 2nd hole, Saundo’s tee shot lands on the hill of the gully and might be lost, so he plays a provisional from the tee and holes it! Saundo does not want to look for his original ball, but Paul does go and look for it. Before Saundo lifts the provisional ball from the cup, Paul finds his original ball in thick, rough. What is the ruling? 1. As Saundo’s provisional ball was holed, the hole was completed in 3 strokes 2. Saundo can choose which ball he wants to complete the hole with 3. Saundo must abandon the provisional ball and continue with the original ball The Wominator (Geoff Johnston) won the quiz for March and picked himself up a Titleist Pro V1. Twenty players teed it up for Wednesday’s All Sporters on March 23 and ‘The Wom’ blitzed the field with 24 points. Results 1st: Geoff Johnston 24pts 2nd: Ian McDonald 22pts 3rd: Ned Jacobsen 20pts NTP - Ian Street It was another great field for Friday’s Sporters 9-hole competition on March 25 which saw John Lombardi clean up the round and NTP. Results 1st: John Lombardi 21pts 2nd: Addi Butorac 19pts 3rd: Luke Peters 18pts NTP - John Lombardi It was hard to believe 36 points would not get a place in the run down. The morning groups got off to a flying start in the Calleja Carpentry Stableford 18-hole competition on March 26. Darryl Gould and Joel Saunders tied on 37 points. Trent Mann was very impressive and might soon get a start on tour, with two under 68 and 38 points. Colin Bidgood and Stephen Todd had astonishing rounds of 40 points. The old and new led the afternoon groups. Ian Street and Ryan Thwaite battled it out over the back nine, and both shot 39 points to be one shot off the lead after play. Results 1st: Colin Bidgood 40pts c/b 2nd: Stephen Todd 40pts 3rd: Ian Street 39pts c/b NTPs 1/10 - Trent Mann 4/13 - Chris Calleja 7/16 - Paul Tattam 2/11 - Ian Saunderson 5/14 - Stephen Todd

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8/17 - E Nest 3/12 - Chris Calleja/Addi Butorac 6/15 - Chris Paterson 9/18 - Glynis McGrath After a week’s break, Innisfail’s junior golfers played last Sunday. Please visit the Innisfail Golf Club Facebook page to keep up with golf around the region. Upcoming Events Wednesday All Sporters competition from 12.00 pm and 3.00 pm groups of 4 permitted Friday Sporters competition - from 12.00 pm and 2.00 pm groups of 4 permitted - online bookings Saturday competition - Cairns Golf World Monthly Medal - 7.30 am and 12.00 pm groups of 4 permitted - online bookings. Innisfail Classic - April 23 - 24

Colin Bidgood won the Calleja Carpentry Stableford on March 26 after a countback.

Geoff Johnston won Wednesday’s Sporters competition on March 23.

Ned Jacobsen and John Lombardi finished third in Wednesday’s Sporters competition on March 23, whilst John Lombardi won Friday’s Sporters competition on March 25.

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Shane Muriata DING Dong, the witch, is dead. And with those words, 1295 days of waiting for the Tully Tigers A grade side to win a game was finally over, and what a way to end it. The streak was only rivalled by my undefeated run at Wrestlemania 30 against the Undertaker. It was a night no one would ever forget at the Banyan Showground. But as with anything that you wait for, it wouldn't come easy as the Mareeba Gladiators fought till the very end to ensure the Tigers had to take the points. Captain Colin Wilkie was instrumental in the win. Still, special mention has to go to the front-rowers who laid the foundation for the victory. Young gun Thomas Busch, who was presented with his A grade jersey before the matchmaking him a third-generation Tiger in his family, was easily one of the standouts. Phil Nona, a somewhat club stalwart, was at his cunning best, setting up tries and generally being amongst it. It was fitting as the seconds went down to the

last numbers on the clock that Phil was able to ice the game with a field goal on near full-time. As the team song belted to no tune and forgotten words (which could be forgiven as it hadn't been sung for a long time), coach Paul Ketchell just smiled and told me to make sure I gave a wrap to our forwards, "Those forwards Shaney, they set us up." Mareeba was a bloody good team, and they will be thereabouts come to the last games, but it was a big step for us to get the W. We will enjoy tonight and get back on track for the job next week." As some players and maybe a few officials who may have looked like me awoke to our celebration headache, the smile still hadn't left our faces on what was a great night for everyone. As the night subsided at the showground, my night was made even better by seeing Kate Stevens - the champ, Rebecca Davis - the legend, and of course, Chris Coppens - budgie smugglers. Order was restored in the galaxy once again, so master Jedi Knight Shane M could once again feel good about wearing a black and gold jersey. Around the grounds in the NRL, well, the only thing disappointing that is even worth reporting is the downfall of

my team, the Broncos, who once again looked like the Teletubbies than a footy team. I have to say the officiating that resulted in local boy Thomas Flegler being cited was a little silly and maybe a tad stupid. The Cowboys disappointed everyone at home on Saturday night, on the scoreboard, and all the children from across the north for the annual Laura Spina weekend. By reports, the kids waited only to see their local team head straight from the field to the dressing shed. I am not sure about the protocols for fan and players interactions these days. Still, I thought that was poor form from the Cowboys' management to ignore those who had travelled hundreds of kilometres to see their heroes. Hopefully, something can be worked out.

Friday, April 8, 2022 5. Kyle Feldt 6. Cam Munster 7. Reece Walsh 8. Jai Arrow 9. Harry Grant 10. Josh Papali 11. David Fifita 12. Kurt Capewell 13. Big Tino

14. Reed Mahony

15. Francis Molo

16. Ben Hunt

17. Thomas Flegler

With the State of Origin Series just around the corner, we will be bringing in some of the biggest names from the local area to name their teams for the upcoming opener. On form, this is my Queensland Team for Game One against NSW in 2022. Send in your team if you have one. 1. Reece Walsh 2. Xavier Coates 3. Dane Gagai 4. Val Holmes

My Niece; Samantha Davis and baby Grayson

Innisfail United Football Club launch into season 2022 MARIA GIRGENTI INNISFAIL United Football Club officially launched its 2022 season with a special event held last month at the Innisfail Bowls Club. Team coaches are as follows: Under 12s (two teams) - Leo Di Carlo, Renzo Franco and Gino Di Carlo Under 13 QPL (one team) - Damon McLeod Under 14 QPL (one team) - Brendan King Under 15/16 (one team) - Warren Gill Under 18 - Steven Berryman Premier Women's and Reserves Amber Overton and Mareeta Nicolau Reserves - Alex Ihnatiuc, originally from Brisbane, played games in the

Innisfail 2nd Division team in 2021. Premier Men's - Paul Piccolo with Hayden Darveniza as the club's Technical Director In 2014, Mareeta Nicolau and Amber Overton played together. They were part of Innisfail United Premier Women's premiership-winning team after defeating FNQ Heat. Nicolau went to coach Leichhardt Lions three years later, whilst Overton stayed with Innisfail United, who won the minor premiership. Both girls were part of opposing teams in the grand final, where Leichhardt claimed the premiership. Nicolau returned to the Innisfail United Football Club in 2020 as a Reserve grade player/mentor. This season, she and Overton will be involved in coaching

Innisfail United Football Club players at the launch.

the Premier and Reserve ladies' teams. There are solid numbers at training sessions and fresh faces. A new-look Reserves Men's team features a good mixture of youth and experienced players. Club President Paulo Di Carlo said team bonding and developing team culture are core focuses this season. Lindsay's Australia is the new sponsor for the Men's 2nd Division team. The club is extremely appreciative of all the returning sponsors. The strong contingent of Vanuatuan players in the Premier Men's and Men's Reserves teams is pivotal to the club's new generation. This season is two-rounds instead of the usual third-round season, so

every game is crucial, with the season expected to finish in mid-September. FQPL Round 1 kicks off this Saturday, April 9, with Innisfail vs Marlin Coast at Marlin Coast Under 18s - 3.00pm, Reserve Grade - 5.00pm and Premier Men's - 7.00pm. 2nd and 3rd Division games start on April 22 with a Friday night home game, whilst Reserve Ladies also kick off at a venue TBA. All junior games will commence on April 23, so all players need to register as soon as possible. The first FQPL home game is in round 2 - Innisfail vs Stratford on April 23, including the first round of Premier Women's.

Innisfail United Football Club Men’s and Ladies’ coaches who attended the launch.

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STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARIA GIRGENTI DESPITE a spirited second-half fightback by the Cockatoos, the Innisfail Leprechauns A-grade rugby league team continued their good form with a 22 - 20 victory over Southern Suburbs at Callendar Park last Saturday. Jezareel Heron-Jia made a good impression in the game after making his A-grade debut for Innisfail. Both teams scored two tries each. At halftime, they were inseparable, with 10 - 10 on the scoreboard. Innisfail’s try scorers: Jarred Laza, Boche Satrick, Alfred Waireg-Ingui, Daniel Mooka. Michael Morton, 3 goals. Man of the Match: Robert Haren. After the game, Leprechauns A-grade coach Leon Hallie said Suburbs always make Innisfail work hard for wins at home and are up for the challenge. “Our discipline built from last week, which was pleasing, and it was a good free flowing game aided by Kurt who did a decent job as referee.” Some more boxes ticked, but we still have a fair few more to go, which is

understandable at the early part of the season. “We have a few injury concerns, mainly Ayden Kris who had a trip to hospital after sustaining a jaw injury.” In Reserve grade, at half time, the scores were 6 - 6, and the game looked set to be a close encounter. The scores were 18 - 18 until a late converted try by Innisfail’s Zadok HeronJia sealed victory for the home side. His performance saw him named Man of the Match. After a seesawing affair, Innisfail registered a 24 - 18 win over Southern Suburbs. After last week’s loss to Atherton, the Innisfail Under 18s team bounced back with a convincing 46 - 28 win over Southern Suburbs.

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Atherton 28 def Yarrabah 18

April 2 - 3 A Grade Innisfail 22 def Southern Suburbs 20 Cairns Brothers 28 def Ivanhoe Knights 12 Atherton 44 def Yarrabah 26 Douglas

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Innisfail 46 def Southern Suburbs 28 16

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Tully 28 def Mareeba 16 Atherton 58 def Yarrabah 12

Reserve Grade Innisfail 24 def Southern Suburbs 18 22

Tully 18 def Mareeba 12

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Cairns

In Round 3, Innisfail Leprechauns teams are back home again at Callendar Park for their first Sunday game on April 10 to face Cairns Brothers, whilst Tully travel away to clash with Edmonton Storm at Petersen Park.

At halftime, Innisfail led by 26 - 10, and although Suburbs never gave up and scored three tries in the second half, it was not enough. Innisfail’s workhorse Luke Magnanini bagged two tries, earning him the Man of the Match award. Results - CDRL Round 2 fixtures -

Innisfail’s Johann Turner (with ball) made a strong run through the Southern Suburbs defence in the A-grade game.

Zadok Heron-Jia (with ball) picked up Innisfail’s Man of the Match award in the Reserve-grade game.

Luke Magnanini (with ball) scored a double for Innisfail against Southern Suburbs in the Under 18s game.

Cairns

Byes: Kangaroos and Edmonton

Bye: Kangaroos

Ivanhoe Knights Brothers 14

Under 18 Ivanhoe Knights Brothers 15

Tully 31 def Mareeba 24 Mossman-Port Edmonton 20

Edmonton 24 def Mossman-Port Douglas 22

Michael Morton flies high to contest the ball in the A-grade game against Southern Suburbs.

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Mission Beach paddlers win big at the first FNQ Zone regatta MARIA GIRGENTI CLOSE to 50 paddlers from Mission Beach Outrigger Canoe Club stormed their way to success in Round 1 of AOCRA North Queensland Zone Grand Prix series. The season's first regatta was at Lake Tinaroo, Yungaburra, last month.

OC2 4km - Master Men's, Senior Master Women's, and Senior Master Mixed OC6 1,000m Sprint - Open Men's, Open Women's, Master Women's, Senior Master Women's, and Master Men's V12 250m Sprint

This regatta hosted by The Dam and Cairns Beaches Outrigger Clubs featured 12 separate divisions and 29 races.

Juniors OC6 - 4km - Under 16 and Under 19 Boys

Over 400 competitors registered from 11 different clubs and more than 80 crafts on the water for one race made for a fantastic spectacle.

OC1 - 4km - Under 19 Boys (Jack Watson) and Under 19 Girls (Azariah Gill)

Mission Beach Club's 25 paddlers in both the junior and senior divisions brought home a swag of medals and a stack of gold in various events and divisions, including the Open Men's, Master Men's, and Senior Master Women's of the OC6 8km race. The stand-out competitor on the day was Kathy White, who bagged one individual gold medal, two gold medals in OC2 and five gold in OC6. Gold medal results: OC2 4km - Kathy White - Senior Master Women's V1 4km - Josh Rolfe - Open Men's OC6 4km - Mixed

Juniors OC6 - 2km - Under 14 Boys OC2 - 2km - Under 14 Boys

Mission Beach Senior Master Men’s paddlers.

OC1 - 2km - Under 16 Boys (Cooper Steinke) OC1 - 2km - Under 14 Boys (Gus Rowe) OC6 - 500m - Under 16 Boys OC6 - 500m - Under 14 Boys Mission Beach Club collected a stack of awards for the 2021 season at the annual AOCRA NQ Zone 2021 presentation dinner, including Champion Men's Club, Champion OC1/2 Senior Club, Champion Junior OC6 Club, Champion Junior OC1/OC2 Club and Champion Per Capita Club. Mark Rowe won the NQ Zone Sportsperson of the Mission Beach Under 19 Boys paddlers. Year, whilst his son Flynn took out the Youth Paddler of the Year.

Mission Beach Senior Master Women’s paddlers on the water.

Mission Beach Outrigger Canoe Club Master Men’s paddlers.

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Mission Beach Senior Master Women’s paddlers, including Kathy White (far right).

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Fishing News

FRI 8

SAT 9

5:19 am 2.54m 1:27 am 1.63m 6:58 pm 1.92m 10:34 pm 1.79m 5:44 am 2.71m 1:01 pm 1.53m 6:33 pm 2.05m 11:28 pm 1.63m 6:05 am 2.87m 1:04 am 1.44m 6:31 pm 2.21m 12:02 am 1.46m 6:27 am 3.02m 1:13 pm 1.35m

6:41 pm 2.38m

TUE 12

12:30 am 1.29m 6:48 am 3.16m 1:22 pm 1.25m 6:58 pm 2.58m

WED 13

12:56 am 1.14m 7:11 am 3.28m 1:37 pm 1.12m 7:20 pm 2.78m

THU 14

1:23 am 1.03m 7:34 am 3.38m 1:55 pm 0.98m 7:48 pm 2.99m

JOHNSTONE RIVER APRIL FRI 8

1:56 pm 1.32m

5:14 am 2.31m

6:58 pm 2.11m

2.41 pm 1.49m 7:55 pm 1.7m

TUE 12

SAT 9

6:37 pm 1.81m SUN 10

2:06 pm 1.23m

5:55 am 2.44m 2:16 pm 1.44m

7:19 pm 2.27m WED 13

2:20 pm 1.12m

6:24 am 2.57m

Tony Mossop with a good barra that came out of a hot bite producing 6 barra and 2 jacks on the Zerek Hot Legs Prawn. The Pelagic has moved in close with schools of Queenfish, Blue Fin Tuna and Trevally regularly breaking the surface feeding on schools of baitfish. The estuaries in the coastal creeks such as the Tully, Murray and Dallachy have finally started to fish well. The Barra have suddenly arrived in numbers, with good numbers of beautiful chrome Barra being caught last weekend. Where they have come from is a mystery; however, most boats reported great fishing. On the other hand, the Mangrove Jacks were scarce, with most boats only managing a couple of fish.

I haven`t heard a great deal from the freshwater at this stage, there has undoubtedly been a few Jungle Perch, and Sooty Grunter caught. Still, most anglers took advantage of the excellent conditions and headed to the salt. The crabs have been running quite well in the creeks, and there have been good numbers of prawns on the beaches between the Tully river and Cardwell. I still see plenty of box jellyfish around, so be careful and cover-up when entering the water. Reports from the Hinchinbrook area have also been good, with good numbers of Barra and Fingermark being caught. It seems the Mangrove Jacks were also scarce here as well, with decent sized Jacks being hard to find over the weekend. Of course, all of this could be totally different by next weekend. All you can do is give it a try and always have a Plan B. I am writing this report on Monday, and the weather forecast at this early stage of the week has been invariably wrong over the last couple of weeks. Most weather sites predict 10 to 15 knots of wind for this weekend. This may allow the larger boats to travel

6:42 pm 1.95m MON 11

7:43 pm 2.44m THU 14

SAT 9

SUN 10

MON 11

2:04 am 1m 7:58 am 2.40m

12:41 am 1.36m

2:40 pm 0.98m

6:48 am 2.68m

8:12 pm 2.62m

HULL HEADS APRIL

FRI 8

1:37 am 1.11m 7:34 am 2.88m

12:04 am 1.51m 1:57 pm 1.39m

1:10 am 1.23m 7:10 am 2.78m

11:06 pm 1.64m

The Trevally and Tarpon have also been around in numbers. Try a small vibe or, even better small poppers. They are a lot of fun to catch.

Paul caught this beauty on a hand line on Monday.

LUCINDA APRIL

MON 11

AGAIN, the better weather was the two days leading up to last weekend. Saturday and Sunday were reasonably boating weather around the islands but a little bumpy for the smaller boats heading out wide around the reef and beyond. Reports coming in from those that managed to travel out wide to the shelf were varied. Some ships did quite well with catches consisting of mainly Jobfish, Nannygai, and Red emperor. Some more unusual fish have also been caught, such as Samson fish. Unfortunately, some boats, including myself, found the going tough (especially with the nannygai) and ended up moving in to edge of the main reefs, where most boats managed reasonable numbers of Coral Trout, Red Throat Emperor and mixed reef fish.

Closer in around the islands, the fishing was quite good with good numbers of Grass Sweet Lip and some decent Coral Trout and Gold Spot Cod. Those specialising in Fingermark managed some excellent fish, mainly fishing at night or predawn on live bait or fresh squid.

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SUN 10

RoLy Newton

It was a similar result with the various rubble patches and wrecks just inside the main reefs. The fishing was patchy, with some managing good catches of Small and Large Mouth Nannygai and others struggling. Most reported plenty of fish showing up on the sounder but finding it difficult to get them to bite. These rubble patches also produce a few School (doggy Mackerel), and the odd Spanish Mackerel is just starting to show up.

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5:05 am 2.61m 12:24 pm 1.62m 6:09 pm 1.95m 10:37 pm 1.72m 5:35 am 2.81m 12:29 pm 1.49m 6:06 pm 2.13m 11:29 pm 1.55m 6:02 am 2.98m 12:41 pm 1.38m 6:19 pm 2.31m 12:04 am 1.37m 6:26 am 3.13m 12:53 pm 1.28m

TUE 12

6:39 pm 2.5m 12:31 am 1.2m 6:50 am 3.28m 3:28 pm 1.16m 7:03 pm 2.7m

WED 13

12:56 am 1.04m 7:16 am 3.41m 1:27 pm 1m 7:29 pm 2.91m

THU 14

1:21 am 0.9m 7:42 am 3.51 1:50 pm 0.83 7:59 pm 3.11

out to the main reefs or, hopefully, the islands. If you are confined inshore, the fishing has been great, with plenty of fish around the islands, headlands and river estuaries. The early morning run out tide should suit those wishing to fish for grunter on the flats. This same tide should also allow anglers to chase Pelagic around the islands and headlands. Either side of the midday low is one of my favourites to fish for Barra and Jacks in the estuaries. I have just heard the first reports of whiting in the estuaries. These fish are very popular for those with a young family and are excellent eating. Good Fishing Roly Newton Tackle World Tully

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Local athletes shine at State Championships MARIA GIRGENTI SIX members of Cassowary Coast Athletics and four from Tully Little Athletics competed in LAQ McDonald’s State Championships at the Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre in Brisbane on March 11 - 13. Braxton D’Urso, Siena and Ruby Torrisi, Charlie, Lincoln and Bronte Fay from Cassowary Coast Athletics, and Chase Frumento, Lachlan McKiernanNewman, Cooper Sichter and Layla Morris qualified for their events after placing in the top four at last year’s Regional Championships.

opportunity to compete at the State Championships. In the 200m final, D’Urso entered the 100m bend in fourth place; however, he stepped up a notch to overtake all competitors and win the race. Ruby Torrisi (Under 9 Girls) collected gold in Discus and silver in Shot Put (6.91m), whilst Chase Frumento (Tully Little Athletics) won silver in the Boys Under 10 Discus (26.79m). Out of the field of 25 competitors, Siena Torrisi finished eighth in the Girls Under 11 Shot Put (8.11m) and fourth in Discus.

Athletes came from all over Queensland, including Brisbane, Noosa, Townsville, Tablelands, Gold Coast, Mackay, Rockhampton, Toowoomba, Maryborough, Biloela, Chinchilla, etc. Bundaberg, Goondiwindi, Gladstone, Gympie, Hervey Bay and St George.

Little Athletics provides the opportunity for aspiring young athletes to experience competing at a higher level in the McDonald’s State Championships. All members did their country clubs proud and achieved stacks of personal bests.

Braxton D’Urso won triple gold in the Under 10 Boys 70m (10.22), Under 10 Boys 100m (14.50), and Under 10 Boys 200m (30.11).

Lachlan McKiernan-Newman from TLA also finished equal ninth in Boys Under 14 Long Jump (4.84m) in a field of 22 athletes, whilst out of a field of 23; Chase Frumento finished tenth in the Boys Under 10 Shot Put Chase Frumento from Tully Little Athletics (7.62m). won a silver medal.

There were around 30 athletes in his age group who all qualified at their regional carnivals for their

CCA athlete, Braxton D’Urso won three gold medals at the State Championships in Brisbane.

CCA athletes Siena and Ruby Torrisi at the State Championships where Ruby won two medals.