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35TH INNISFAIL YOUNG PERFORMERS’ COMPETITION ENDS ON A HIGH NOTE PA G E 7

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WEATHER Tomorrow - Saturday Ingham Scattered Showers 17 - 25 Cardwell Scattered Showers 18 - 24 Tully Showers 17 - 24 Mission Beach Showers 19 - 24 Innisfail Showers 19 - 25 Tomorrow - Sunday Ingham Cloudy 17 - 25 Cardwell Cloudy 18 - 25 Tully Showers 18 - 24 Mission Beach Showers 19 - 24 Innisfail Showers 19 - 25

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Weapons Licensing and the National Firearms Amnesty SENIOR CONSTABLE ALEDA DAY ON JUN 23, 2022 HAVE you been cleaning out after a loved one passed away and located a firearm? Not to sure what to do with it now? The Australian Government have partnered with Crime Stoppers Australia and launched a permanent National Firearms Amnesty. The amnesty is to help keep Australians safe while ensuring those with a legitimate need to access firearms can do so. People who have an unregistered firearm or firearm-related item are able to surrender it to a police station anonymously and without penalty, for registration, sale, or destruction. If you hand your firearms into a police station, and wish to relinquish the weapon to the state, then the firearm will be destroyed. Licenced firearms dealers can also receive surrendered firearms in most states and

territories. An unwanted firearm may also be handed in. Police recommend should you wish to acquire or sell the firearm that you take it to a licenced dealer. Senior Sergeant Derek Garner said that people can bring their firearms into the station for storage until they can reapply for their licence or obtain a permit to acquire. “Unfortunately, we do find that people either forget to come back and get their weapons or their applications are not approved, for whatever reason, and the firearms then need to be destroyed,” said Senior Sergeant Garner Did you know that your weapons licence will expire on your birthday? As a weapon licence holder in Queensland, it is your responsibility to know when your licence is due to expire. Weapons licensing will contact you three months before your licence expires through

your preferred method of contact. “It is very important to keep your details up to date because if your email address changes and that was your preferred contact method then you man not receive the weapons renewal information. “Remember, you can’t renew your licence on the day it expires, it must be done at least one day prior to expiring. “If your licence expires you will be required to apply for a new licence. Category A&B licences can now be obtained for a 10-year period, which saves some of the worry over renewals.” The Knowledge Centre through Weapons licensing has various forms including a list of current fees, information on gel blasters, travelling with weapons, concealable licences for primary production and disposing of a weapon. “Sometimes we see people who wish to cancel their licence and dispose of registered firearms. All the forms can be found online, and firearms disposal can only occur through relinquishment (destruction), permit to acquire (transfer), or sale on consignment through a licensed firearms dealer,” said Senior Sergeant Garner.

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WE can pursue teachings, and spiritual food and yet despite all we’ve been provided we still wander around like we’re lost. “When I fed them, they were satisfied; when they were satisfied, they became proud; then they forgot me” Hosea 13:6 We need to put our faith into practice and start walking with purpose. We have the life jacket (Jesus) We just need to remember he is there to help us come out of the wilderness. “Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and loses one of them. Doesn’t he leave the ninety-nine in the open country and go after the lost sheep until he finds it?” Luke 15:4 "Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” Hebrews 13:5

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SEVENTEEN Debutantes and their partners participated in the Herbert River RSL subbranch Debutante Ball Last Saturday, June 18. The RSL Ball is a combined celebration organised by the Catholic and Anglian Churches in the Hinchinbrook region. The ball has been going for over 50 years. It has occasionally changed names; however, the heart of an introduction of young Debutantes to society in the region has remained. This year's Debutantes were presented to the Herbert River RSL president, Mr Rodger Bow and RSL Ball President, Mrs Lynette Craton. Many hands created a beautiful event for this year's Debutants. Doug & Violet Adams and Mrs Rosanna Bosworth taught the Debutantes and their partners their dances. Vera & Lynda played their dance music for the night, and Arther Bosworth was MC for the night.

Patricia Manassera and Debra Gibson decorated the hall. The Entertainment was by Nev Milne. The caterers were Marion & Piera Catering. The following at the Debs who participated and their Partners: 1 Kasey Roati and Hunter Winkel 2 Mary Vella and Dan Neilsen 3 Kaitlin Johnson and Lachlan Hardy

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7 Mia Serra and Michael Russo 8 Lara Stewart and Ethan Coco 9 Chelsea Rae and Jordan Westhoff 10 Arian Fichera and Darcy Di Bella 11 Keira Bisson and Lincon Skinner 12 Lilly Rose Torrisi and Ben Hitchcock 13 Janae Pearce and Riley Dickson 14 Taya Lenzo and Jaspa Skinner

4 Katie Spina and Bradon Spina

15 Trista Kopeshke and Nicklas Finocchiaro

5 Zualleinah Alexandera and Dylan Watts

16 Kelcee Robino and Jed Standford

6 Krista Altadonna and Evan Girgenti

17 Anneka Pryor and Bailey Marini

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State of Origin Game Two Screening AFTER the hype of Game One, Council is excited to host the State of Origin Game Two on the big screen. Doors open at 7.00 pm.

Community Survey Have Your Say on the Future Management of Council’s Coastal Reserves

Date: Sunday, June 26, 2022 Time: 8.10 pm kick-off Where: JL Kelly Theatre

REMINDER to 'Have Your Say' on the Future Management of Council’s Coastal Reserves.

BLUE Light Hinchinbrook are hosting a Handball Competition, running every Tuesday starting from Tuesday, June 28, 2022 at the Halifax Community Hall.

Council recently completed the first round of community meetings (Lucinda – September 2021, Taylors Beach and Forrest Beach – April 2022) where participants were presented with foundational knowledge to understand how these special places came to be. You can catch up on the process to date and other key information that has been developed via the Knowledge Hub located on Council’s website, Hinchinbrook Shoreline Erosion Management Plan Community Consultation page. To complete the survey, please visit https://bit. ly/3OgVeuG. Survey closes 5.00pm on Thursday, June 30, 2022.

Cost: $5 For further information or to purchase a ticket, please visit https://bit.ly/3HHUsVy.

Blue Light Hinchinbrook Handball Competition For further information or to register, please visit Blue Light Association Hinchinbrook Branch Facebook page, or email on hinchinbrookbluelight@gmail.com. Blue Light Hinchinbrook – Kung Fu Blue Light Hinchinbrook are covering registration costs and shirts for Kung Fu lessions provided by Instructor Carl Girgenti. Date: Thursday nights Time: 6.00 pm to 7.00 pm Where: St Peter's School Halifax Cost: $8 per lesson If you require further information please email hinchinbrookbluelight@ gmail.com or contact Leila on 0478 144 593.

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Find Your Future in Hinchinbrook 2022 Wrap Up IN response to the current skills and employee shortages, this year’s format was a combined Career’s Day/Job Fair and Business Networking Event. It was a very successful event with a total of 93 students attending from Gilroy Santa Maria College, Abergowrie College, and Ingham State High School between 1.00 pm to 3.00 pm as a part of their school curriculum. 17 exhibitors attended the event. Some of these included CQ University, McDonalds employment, Department of Employment, Small Business and Training and Graduate School of Motoring, just to name a few. Students were encouraged to participate in an online survey where 64 responses were received. Each student who completed the survey was entered into a competition to win a $100 gift voucher from a local store of their choosing. Congratulations to Pearce Mammino from Ingham State High School for being the lucky winner of this draw. The response from those who attended said that the event was very informative, and they got a lot out of talking to the exhibitors and local businesses. To view the images taken on the day, please visit Council's website, Photo Gallery page.

Road Pavement MicroSurfacing Works

Ingham Show Council Stall

Funky Chicken Author Visit

TMR advises that road pavement micro-surfacing works will occur on the following roads:

COUNCIL is once again holding a stall at the Ingham Show on Thursday June 23 and Friday, June 24, 2022.

COUNCIL is excited to have award winning author of the hugely popular Funky Chicken books, Chris Collins to perform his fun and interactive presentation at the Hinchinbrook Shire Library.

• On Fulton Drive between Macmillans Road and Merrybank Road/Fissores Road; and

Staff will be available to assist on the day with any questions or queries.

Designated Area Mitigation Agreement (DAMA) Information Sessions YOU are invited to Townsville Enterprise's DAMA Information Sessions. Join online or in person to find out more about the DAMA and how your business can benefit from this new workforce visa channel designed specifically to meet the needs of our region. Date: Thursday, June 23, 2022 Time: 3.00pm 5.00pm Location: Virtual Date: Friday, June 24, 2022 Time: 9.00am to 11.00am Location: Rydges Southbank Register now at https://bit. ly/39tNuqv.

Two shows and book signing opportunities will be held on Saturday July 2 2022. Bookings are essential. For further information or to RSVP please visit the Council Website, Events Calendar page.

Forrest Beach Clean-Up Event JOIN us for a beach clean-up event at Forrest Beach in the second week of the winter school holidays. These events are always a fun day, with bags and gloves provided and a free sausage sizzle to finish. Date: Thursday, July 7, 2022 Time: 8.30 am to 11.30 am Where: Progress Park Forrest Beach Cost: Free event. RSVP: Essential To take part, please RSVP by Wednesday, July 6, 2022, on the Council Website, Community Events Calendar page.

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• Along the Bruce Highway between Frances Creek Rest Area and Pennas Road;

• Along the Bruce Highway (between Ingham and Townsville) on the Rollingstone Transport Inspection and Weigh Pads Site. Motorists are asked to follow all speed signage in place. For further information, please contact TMR's Customer and Stakeholder Management Team on 1800 625 648 or email engagement.northern@tmr.qld. gov. au.

Blue Light Hinchinbrook Needs Volunteers BLUE Light Association Hinchinbrook Branch are looking for volunteer recruitment expressions of interest for their Association. Volunteers must hold a Blue Card or be eligible for one. For further information please email hinchinbrookbluelight@gmail.com.

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News in Brief Cassowary Coast Celebrating Refugees in Our Community IN the week that just passed, Cassowary Coast Regional Council celebrated Refugee Week, acknowledging the rich cultures and shared values of freedom that make our community a great place to live. Australia has an extensive history of successfully resettling people as refugees. Since the end of the Second World War, Australia has accepted more than 930,000 refugees and humanitarian entrants. We maintain one of the world's most generous humanitarian programs. Councillor Trudy Tschui said as Australians; we can all be proud of our nation's commitment to providing a safe home to people whose lives were in crisis— people from war-torn countries—people who had faced persecution and even death. "We are so lucky to live in such an amazing, safe country and as a whole community, we must ensure all people feel welcome living on the Cassowary Coast." said Councillor Tschui.

Cassowary Coast, the Birthplace of Kool Innovation CASSOWARY Coast Regional Councillors and CEO recently met with local fisherman turned innovator Tom Long at his Kurrimine Beach premises. TomKat Global Solutions is seeking a new home

on the Cassowary Coast to house its growing manufacturing operations with plans to generate up to 26 local jobs. Husband and wife team Tom and Kath Long started their local business as a solution to deliver wild linecaught fish sustainably and in premium condition, but has since revolutionised the packaging of temperaturesensitive and perishable products. Mr Long said every year, over half a billion polystyrene boxes, of which 90% are single-use, are used by the seafood industry alone - that's enough to circumnavigate our planet 6.5 times. "We own a sustainable wild line fishing company, so we needed to find a more environmentally responsible solution to the single-use polystyrene boxes - When we couldn't find an appropriate alternative, we invented our own." Developed to be fully reusable and recyclable, every box has inbuilt traceability and temperature sensing. "It's thermally efficient, stackable, trackable and durable, and best of all, it can be used multiple times and recycled at the end of its life. The KoolPak responsible packaging system sets a new benchmark in transporting temperature-sensitive and perishable produce worldwide, putting TomKat and the Cassowary Coast in the global spotlight. "With this level of technology, not only can you prove the provenance of your product, we are providing users with the opportunity to scan off their KoolPaks post-use at an authorised recycling centre, so you can validate your environmental credentials. "We've established a manufacturing site in Kurrimine Beach where we have the capacity to produce 1,000 units per week. Our goal is to produce 23 million units a year in 2024. "To achieve this, we have invested in further manufacturing equipment to increase our capacity and are currently building a 1000 tonne press which will see our outputs increase by up to 2 million units.

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"Six meters tall and weighing 70 tonnes – it's a pretty big piece of machinery, and it's proudly built entirely in North Queensland. "The sheer size of the new machinery and operations means we are very quickly outgrowing our premises in Kurrimine Beach. It has always been our intention to keep manufacturing on the Cassowary Coast. "Once up and running, we will duplicate the production line to increase output and meet the 2024 goal." Said Mr Long. Mayor Mark Nolan, who has recently taken on the portfolio for Planning and Regional Development, said Council's Business Liaison Coordinator is working closely with the business to assist in finding a suitable location for the new manufacturing site. "Necessity is indeed the mother of invention. Our region currently supports a nationally significant food production industry as the home to about 80% of Australia's banana industry, and we are a significant contributor to the production of sugar and a recognised premier growing region for tropical fruits and vegetables, cattle and fisheries." "With all of these industries in one place, it's no wonder Cassowary Coast is the birthplace of such innovation." Cr Nolan said Council is committed to the growth of existing and development of new small businesses across the region. "Small businesses are the heart of our small towns, helping to shape our community and drive our economy. That's why we recently signed the Small Business Friendly Charter, pledging to support small businesses through facilitating better communication, engagement and explanation of documentation." Over 3,000 small businesses like TomKat Global Solutions will benefit from the charter through support, resources and additional tools available.

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Entertainment OFFICE Big Top Entertainment 8.10pm Doyles Family Fun Show – Kids Corner, face painting, music and singing. Model aeroplane display Chainsaw carving Pig Racing Model Train Display Animal Nursery Roving Entertainers – Mad Hatters Radical Reptiles Custom Car & Motorcycle display – bottom shed Thursday night Band - Beer Body Friday night band - Lazy Tradie Fireworks both nights 8.30 pm

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CLOSING DATES FOR ENTRIES DOGS......................................................................24th JUNE PHOTOGRAPHY....................................24th JUNE AT 3.00P.M. POULTRY, CAGE BIRDS & PIGEONS...............................30th JUNE BEEF CATTLE.........................................4TH JULY AT 5.00P.M. NEEDLEWORK & HANDCRAFT...............4TH JULY AT 5.00P.M. WOODWORK..........................................4TH JULY AT 4.00P.M. DOMESTIC............................................6TH JULY AT 10.00A.M. ORCHIDS ....................................................ENTRIES ACCEPTED IN PAVILION ON 6TH JULY BETWEEN 2.00PM AND 8.00P.M.

HORTICULTURE......................ENTRIES ACCEPTED IN PAVILION ON 6TH JULY BETWEEN 5.00P.M. & 9.00P.M. ONLY ENTRIES NOT ACCEPTED THURSDAY HORSE & RING .............................................................CARDS AVAILABLE IN CENTRE RING ON BOTH DAYS ART..........................................................5TH JULY AT 5.00PM PAPAW...................6TH JULY BETWEEN 5.00P.M. & 8.00P.M. BANANA...................6TH JULY BETWEEN 5.00P.M. & 8.00P.M. SUGARCANE............................................7TH JULY AT 4.00PM

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potatoes until tender. Drain and set aside. HEAT oil in frypan over medium heat. Sauté the onion, capsicum, ginger and garlic until vegetables are softened, around 5 minutes.

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ADD the mince, stirring to break up any lumps. Heat until cooked through, around 10 minutes.

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Grant me the favour of your face Jesus SARI RUSSO NEE HYYTINEN I am so grateful for the week I have had as it has been a week where Christ has poured out his Love over my life. I am not sure if you have ever had the blessed moments where God’s Holy Spirit pours out his love for you, but they are the best weeks to have. Indigenous community members I have met are surprised that western society doesn’t seem to have a strong spirituality as awareness of spirits is well known in their culture. If you are the kind of person that knows that there are spiritual entities in our world that can be encountered, then I encourage you to make sure you are encountering the good ones. In Christ you don’t need to do anything to deserve his adoption, love, goodness, and mercy. You just need to say yes to the most wonderful invitation that has ever been made. “You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart, and I will be found by you declares the Lord and will bring you back from captivity.” Jeremiah 29:13-14a (NIV)

ADD the other vegetables (except potatoes), tomatoes and turmeric and a little bit of water if needed. Cook, covered, for a further 5 minutes. STIR through the tomato paste and simmer, covered, for a further 5 minutes until everything is tender.

Shepherd’s Pie Serves: 4 Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 40 minutes 4 serves per portion

Ingredients

4 medium potatoes, diced 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 small onion, diced ¼ capsicum, diced ½ teaspoon ginger, minced 2 cloves garlic, crushed 500g lean lamb mince 1 carrot, diced 1 zucchini, diced 8 broccoli florets, diced ½ cup peas 1 small can of corn kernels, drained 1 tomato, diced ½ teaspoon turmeric powder 1 tablespoon tomato paste ¼ cup milk, reduced fat 1 teaspoon butter ⅓ cup cheese, reduced fat, grated

Method

PREHEAT oven to 180°C. BRING a pot of water to the boil and cook the

MASH the potatoes with milk and butter until smooth. SPOON the meat mixture into a large oven-proof dish (or 4 small dishes) and spread over the mashed potato. Sprinkle with cheese and bake in oven for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the top is golden brown. Recipe courtesy of Lynda Tompkins, Yandina Branch

Empowering women through education and health is a priority for the Queensland Country Women’s Association (QCWA). The QCWA Country Kitchens program, funded by the Queensland Government through Health and Wellbeing Queensland, supports Queenslanders to adopt healthier lifestyles. To find out more about the program visit https://qcwacountrykitchens.com.au/.Empowering women through education and health is a priority for the Queensland Country Women’s Association (QCWA). The QCWA Country Kitchens program, funded by the Queensland Government through Health and Wellbeing Queensland, supports Queenslanders to adopt healthier lifestyles. To find out more about the program visit https:// qcwacountrykitchens.com.au/.

Tully Lions Annual Donations BY the end of the financial year, the Tully Lions Club will have donated approximately $17,000 to various Lions projects, foundations, and organisations that assist people in need. This included $2000 to the Australian Lions Foundation to be used to assist victims of the floods that occurred earlier this year.

(Image, right) Representatives of some local organisations gathered to receive donations.Therese Hunt (St Vincent de Paul), Gail Mears (Nursing Home), Caroline Chadwick (Tully State School and Tully Show), Sue Pollard (Red Cross), Michael Lindsay (Anglicare), Michael Ottone (Lions President), Rod Bradley (Local Ambulance Committee), Pauline Edwards (Meals on Wheels), Shane Greenwood (Support Centre), Margaret Hyytinen (School Chaplaincy) and Tessa Di Prima (Blue Care).

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35th Innisfail Young Performers' Competition ends on a high note MARIA GIRGENTI ASPIRING music students and choirs collected awards during the final days of the Innisfail Young Performers Competition held at the Con Theatre. Moyle Family Trophy - Primary Choir aggregate (over 25 voices): Goondi State School Senior Choir Jo Pagano Patron's Trophy - Primary Choir aggregate (25 voices & under): Flying Fish Point State School Instrumental Ensembles, including concert band and strings (Open): Goondi String Orchestra Instrumental Ensembles/Bands Contemporary (Open): Innisfail State College Jazz Band Mary Zahra Award Aggregate - Years 4, 5 & 6: Giacomo De Faveri Rachel Newcombe Encouragement Award (Primary Vocalist): Penelope Blair Michelle De Faveri won the Parakas Family Trophy for the Most entertaining solo from a stage musical or operetta, IYPCA Secondary Vocalist Award and the Bodnar Excellence Award Aggregate Years 10 & over. George Kotzas Secondary Instrumental Award and Thelma Mellick Junior Accompanist Award: Jonathan Platz George Kotzas Primary Instrumental Award: Zara Lee Music Adjudicator's Award: Stewart Edwards Ailsa Moyle Trophy and Bursary for the most memorable performance solo or group (other than choral): Jean Pluschke

First places: Choir Day: Goondi State School (4), Flying Fish Point State School (2), St Rita's School, South Johnstone, Silkwood State School, St John's School, Silkwood and Innisfail East State School. Music: Zara Lee (5), Zachary Scrivens (3), Zoe & Amelia Mahoney, Michelle De Faveri (4), Jean Pluschke (3), Jonathan Platz (4), Frangipani Harvey, Amalia Csukardy, Jesse Daley, Prin Dela Pena (3), Summer Daley, Penelope Blair, Delayna Lis, Kyanna & Lila Wirth and Michelle De Faveri, Daniel Anderson, Giacomo De Faveri & William Gravatt, Daniel Stuart, Cassandra van der Burg & Seth Flannery, Seth Flannery, Yulara Mooner-Daugherty & Jack Fischer, Hannah Locke, Innisfail East State School, Cassandra van der Burg, Alyssa MacLean, Arienne Button & Zarah Stanley, Stewart Edwards & Sharnalyn Edwards, Stewart Edwards, Hana Gaugg and Innisfail State College Intermediate Strings. Second places: Choir Day: Goondi State School Year 3, Innisfail East State School (2), Tolga State School and Flying Fish Point State School. Music: Canecutter Cluster Concert Band, Innisfail State College Pop Band 1, Prin Dela Pena (2), Giacomo De Faveri (2), Toby Allen-Ankins & Nico Azzopardi, Olivia Laksa, Michelle De Faveri (2), Lila Wirth, Jean Pluschke, Kyanna Wirth, Jonathan Platz, Zane Lee, Ellis Savage, Mei Hartnett (2), Delayna Lis, Stewart Edwards, Vivian Zhang, Paul Hitchings, Zhen Fapani-Cuthbertson, Daniel Stuart & Noah Cook, Harleen Singh, Remy Martin & Grace Foreman, Seth Flannery & Phoenix Arthur, Natalie Sellars, Salina Wirth, Ashlin Thomson, Anemone Pluschke, Mission Beach Jazz Maniacs, Seisha Sydes, Hana Gaugg &

Mourilyan State School Instrumental Music students, who participated in the IYPC, including award winners.

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Kyanna Wirth, Zarah Stanley, Delayna Lis & Sahra Lis, Sharnalyn Edwards, William Delaney and Innisfail State College Wind. Third places: Choirs: Innisfail East State School Year 2, Innisfail East State School and Tolga State School. Music: Innisfail State College Concert Band, Innisfail State College Pop Band 2, Mei Hartnett, Ashleigh Binello, Zhen Fapani-Cuthbertson, Daniel Anderson, Bianca Brant, Michelle De Faveri (2), Giacomo De Faveri, Amelia Mahoney, Lara Madin (2), Mason Borsato, Valentina Brown (2), Joshua Wall (2), Alanah Caltabiano & Mia Chizzotti, Lynzey Lund, Taitoa Ashley & Elias Allen-Ankins, Brian Rixon, Milla McDermott & Lila Pitman, Grace Foreman, Kaelea Lis, Remy Martin, Sienna Kleve, Mission Beach Groovers, Lyla Sambo, Jordann Lyons & Kyanna Wirth, Arienne Button, Naomi Wildsoet & Liv Flannery, Oscar Van Haaren and Sisters.

Music adjudicator, Greg Aitken with IYPC major award winners, Jonathan Platz, Stewart Edwards, Giacomo De Faveri and Michelle De Faveri. Absent: Zara Lee and Jean Pluschke.

Year 3 and under Junior Choir (20 or under voices), who won first place at the Choir Day.

Year 1/2 students from St Rita’s School, South Johnstone who won first place in Choric Speaking Penelope Blair won the Rachel Newcombe Choir. Encouragement Award (Primary Vocalist).

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MARIA GIRGENTI THE WELL-KNOWN couple, Sam and Nan Sapuppo (nee Cristaudo), from Innisfail, recently celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary. Sam was born in Ingham on August 18, 1931, to parents Salvatore and Rosa Sapuppo, whilst Nan was born in Innisfail on December 5, 1933, to parents Salvatore and Sebastiana (Nedda) Cristaudo. Nan went to a rural school in Babinda and attended primary school at Eubenangee for a while, whilst Sam had limited schooling in Ingham as he

needed to do farm work. Their paths crossed when Sam’s family moved from Ingham, bought a cane farm in Garradunga, and they lived on cane farms next door to each other. Soon romance blossomed between Sam, aged 18 and Nan, aged 16, and a five-year courtship followed. During her early teenage years, Nan learnt dressmaking from the Testa family ladies and made stacks of debutant and wedding dresses. For five years, Sam worked for Frank Brynes delivering fertiliser and fuel and worked on his parent’s cane farm. He

Salvatore (Sam) and Andonina (affectionately known as Nan) Sapuppo, celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary on June 12, 2022.

also worked as a tractor salesperson for Northland Motors in Innisfail. The couple were married at St Mary’s Catholic Church in Innisfail on June 12, 1955, by Father James Brendan Kavanagh. Their wedding reception, attended by around 100 guests, was held at Garradunga Hall. They have five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. In December 1970, after 20 years on the cane farm in Garradunga, Sam and Nan moved to Innisfail, where they have lived for close to 52 years. The couple invested in a Bedford bus,

Sam and Nan Sapuppo make a handsome couple on their wedding day on June 12, 1955.

Budget lacks inspiration for region MEMBER for Hill Shane Knuth said yesterday's budget was largely uninspiring with a few bright points. Mr Knuth said that revenue generating, and job creation projects were sadly lacking while the governments saving grace was $7.3 billion in coal royalties which was now being used to plug holes in the failing health system. "This government and the budget lack foresight and vision," said Mr Knuth. "They are quite happy to take the royalties generated by coal, then talk about the phasing out of base load coal generation and replacing them with renewables which cannot meet current and future energy demands. "The fact is global demand and price for coal is sky high and the Government have benefitted from this through sheer luck, not good planning. "We desperately need an energy reserve policy to ensure that consumers and local businesses can keep the cost of living down, provide employment and continue to operate in a tough environment." Mr Knuth said the Government were trumpeting a record expenditure in health, yet he couldn't see anything that would stop the decline in basic health

services in regional Queensland. "We are losing doctors, nurses, medical surgeons and specialists as we are seeing hospitals are cancelling and delaying surgeries, continuously," he said. "The expenditure is like trying to plug a hole in a leaking dam that keeps getting worse." Mr Knuth said there was some bright points in the 2022-2033 budget with close to $50million on roads, $2.Smillion to councils as part of the successful Works for Queensland program and $14million electorate.

education

in the base minimum operational funding for Government funded Neighbourhood and Community Centres across the state, something the Hill MP had campaigned heavily for. "I met with and discussed this with the Minister as these valuable centres were on the brink of closing," Mr Knuth said. "I have five centres in my electorate and every one of them have now received the news that they will receive close to double the funding for next year, which gives them security to be able to continue to deliver their valuable

his

"Everywhere I travel in my electorate there are roadworks going on which is a positive outcome," he said "There were projections of $SM to be spent next year on overtaking lanes on the Kennedy Highway between Mareeba and Ravenshoe and $680,000 for the Kennedy Highway and Grove Street, Atherton intersection. "I was also really pleased to see funding towards Goondi State School for installation of electronic security after a number of break-ins." The budget also included an increase

Member for Hill Shane Knuth

Friday, June 24, 2022 and Sam was a familiar face as a driver for the primary school run from Fishery Falls to Babinda and the high school run from Babinda to Innisfail. Sam was an honorary ambulance bearer, whilst Nan worked for ten years as manager of the tourist information centre/souvenir shop at the Australian Sugar Heritage Centre, Mourilyan. In the mid-1980s, Sam received a diagnosis of bowel cancer and had to undergo lengthy surgery. This year he celebrated 37 years since he had this life-saving surgery. When Sam retired from driving the school bus, he received recognition as the only owner-driver in North Queensland who drove buses for 30 years. Sam played the guitar, was a country and western singer and performed at scores of weddings and cabarets. Self-taught and with no music lessons, Sam recalls how he developed a love of music after listening to his father strumming his guitar. The couple participated in square and round dancing and attended National conventions in capital cities all over Australia for 22 years. Both are qualified teachers and callers. They received life membership in the Queensland Round Dancing Association and Square-Dancing Society of Queensland in the 2000s. Over eight years, the pair collected aluminium Cans for Cancer and raised $28,000 for the Queensland Cancer Council. The couple’s philosophy for a lasting marriage is to have an initial bond. “Give and take in the relationship, and it is important your spouse is also your friend and soul mate.” “Good communication, being able to discuss the good and bad and honesty are imperative.” services. "This is the type of expenditure that really makes a difference and impacts positively of regional communities, and I thank the Minister for listening to and acting on concerns about their longterm future." Mr Knuth said there was a number of projects he would continue to advocate for funding for in his electorate such as the Kurrimine Beach Boat Ramp, funding for the lnnisfail / Silkwood /Japoonvale Road, upgrade to carparking at Castor Park in lnnisfail, the North Johnstone Transfer, the Herberton Historic Railway project and a fast-tracked inland highway.

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COMMUNITY

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CRIME WRAP

Police are appealing for anyone who was travelling between Mareeba and Tully on Saturday, June 18, who has dash cam and witnessed the driving manner of a silver Holden Astra with Queensland registration 780DH5 to contact police and quote QP2201030345.

Owen Street, between 6 and 6.30pm Tuesday evening (June 22).

Serious traffic crash, Silkwood

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.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact police.

MYPOLICE: Jun 18, 2022 A motorcyclist has suffered critical injuries following a collision with a vehicle in Silkwood yesterday evening, Friday June 18. Initial investigations indicate around 7pm a grey 2019 Harley Davidson FXDRS was travelling north at speed along Silkwood Japoon Road before entering the intersection of Walter Lever Estate Road when a collision occurred with a Silver 2006 Honda Civic Sedan. The rider, a 32-year-old Silkwood man, suffered serious leg and internal injuries and was later flown to Cairns Hospital where he remains in a critical condition. The driver, a 21-year-old Ravenshoe woman, was not physically injured. Forensic Crash Unit investigators are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam vision of the crash, or the moments leading up to it to contact police. 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 this reference number: QP2201025223.

SENIOR CONSTABLE JANE MORAN

Break and enter, Innisfail BETWEEN 10 and 11pm on Monday, June 20, entry was gained to an Edith Street business. While inside the store, the offenders scattered various items including sauce packets and ice cream containers over the floor. Entry was gained into the store’s till, which was empty. Anyone with any information is encouraged to contact police and quote QP2201043676.

Traffic offences, Tully ON Saturday, June 18, at around 5.20pm, police from Tully received information that a 26-year-old Mareeba man was driving from Mareeba to Tully whilst intoxicated. Police observed the vehicle travelling at approximately 70km/hr in a 50km/h zone on Bryant Street, Tully, and swerving into the incorrect lane. When officers attempted to intercept the vehicle, it will be alleged the man continued at speed directly past the police vehicle. Earlier, witnesses observed the vehicle take a corner at very high speed on the wrong side of the road on Bryant Street. Police conducted patrols of Tully and located the man at a Millwood Street address. The man immediately ran from police on foot and was found hiding behind a shed in the yard of the address. Police arrested and searched the man and found the the vehicle’s keys in his pocket. The vehicle was located hidden in bushland at the top of Theodore Street. Officers conducted a roadside breath test it will be further alleged he returned a reading of 0.107 per cent BAC. He was charged with one count each of drink driving, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, evade police, and driving of motor vehicle without a driver licence -Disqualified by Court order. He is scheduled to appear at the Tully Magistrates Court on July 21.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www. crimestoppersqld.com.au.

Appeal for witnesses, Innisfail INNISFAIL police are appealing for any witnesses who may have been in the area of a shopping centre on

Initial investigations suggest around 6.15pm, a fire was deliberately started in a bag of rubbish out the front of a medical practice in the centre.

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 this reference number: QP2201074129.

Temporary Speed Reduction John Row Bridge Bruce Highway THE Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) advises that a temporary 80km/h speed restriction is in place across John Row Bridge on the Bruce Highway north of Ingham until further notice. A recent inspection of John Row Bridge has identified fatigue cracks on a small section of the bridge deck surface. Whilst the bridge is still structurally sound, reducing the speed limit to 80km/h will lessen the impact on the bridge and slow any further deterioration. Motorists are asked to follow all speed signage in place. For further information, please contact TMR's Customer and Stakeholder Management Team on 1800 625 648 or email engagement.northern@tmr. qld.gov. au.

INGHAM MEALS ON WHEEL ROSTER JULY 2022 FRIDAY 1

& R Quabba, HSC, W Ashley

KITCHEN:B Carne, L&K Elliott, R Toth, R Marshall, M Cominardi DRIVER/DELIVERY: R Radel & C McLeod, A Lynch & M Moore, M & H Matthews, W Ashley

KITCHEN: R Phillips, B Carne, L&K Elliott, R Marshall, R Toth

MONDAY 4 KITCHEN: B Carne, L&K Elliott, R Toth, R Phillips, R Marshall, S Kemp DRIVER/DELIVERY: J Stokes, V Cutting & P Robino, C McLeod & R Radel, L La Spina & R Toth, D Hatfield

WEDNESDAY 6 KITCHEN:B Carne, L&K Elliott, R Toth, M Spina, V Hebbard DRIVER/DELIVERY: R Radel & P Robino, NQIB & R Toth, C McLeod & C Bishop

FRIDAY 8 KITCHEN:-L&K Elliott, R Toth, B Carne, R Marshall DRIVER/DELIVERY: C McLeod & R Radel, F & J Boon, J Armstrong & Y Oakes, W Ashley

MONDAY 11 KITCHEN:-R Marshall, L&K Elliott, R Toth, B Carne DRIVER/DELIVERY: J Henderson, E & S Lenti, L McGrath & R Toth, R Radel & P Robino, D Hatfield

WEDNESDAY 13 KITCHEN: B Carne, L&K Elliott, R Toth, M Girgenti DRIVER/DELIVERY: L Sartor & C Bain, ROTARY, C McLeod & R Radel

FRIDAY 15 KITCHEN:-L&K Elliott, B Carne, R Toth, R Marshall DRIVER/DELIVERY: L Sartor & P Robino, D Girgenti

MONDAY 18 DRIVER/DELIVERY: S & R Van Kerkwyk, A Lynch & M Moore, V Cutting & M Bandiera, S Rutherford & J Hardwick, D Hatfield

WEDNESDAY 20 KITCHEN:- B Carne, L&K Elliott, R Toth DRIVER/DELIVERY: L Castles & R Guazzo, E Huddy & R Swarbrick, J & L Schifilliti

FRIDAY 22 KITCHEN:-L&K Elliott, R Toth, B Carne, R Marshall, M Cominardi DRIVER/DELIVERY: R Radel & P Robino, C Carey, J Armstrong & Y Oakes, W Ashley

MONDAY 25 KITCHEN:-R Phillips, L&K Elliott, R Toth, B Carne, R Marshall, S Kemp DRIVER/DELIVERY: J Stokes, L McGrath & R Toth, B Molachino & A Kemp, G & G Cockrell, D Hatfield

WEDNESDAY 27 KITCHEN: B Carne, L&K Elliott, R Toth, D Hatfield DRIVER/DELIVERY: ROTARY, I Merritt, C McLeod & R Radel

FRIDAY 29 KITCHEN:-B Carne, L&K Elliott, R Toth, R Marshall, B Craissel DRIVER/DELIVERY: L McGrath & P Robino, I Merritt, C McLeod & R Radel, W Ashley

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Friday, June 24, 2022

Murry River Upper State School Receives a $500 donation from Cardwell RSL SCHOOL Teacher Rebecca McLean was presented with a $500 donation for Murray River Upper State School from Cardwell RSL while on an excursion to Cardwell. For their excursion the students attended the Old Bush Telegraph Station in Cardwell. Cardwell RSL also made donations to the Cardwell and the Kennedy State Schools. “Only with the generous support of the Cardwell and District Community and our hard-working volunteers are we able to support local schools,” said Rob Lang.

(Image left) RSL volunteers George Murray, Maggie Cox and Rob Lang present a $500 cheque to School Teacher Rebecca McLean for Murry River Upper State School.The students were on a school excursion to Cardwell and were pictured at the Old Bush Telegraph Station.

Mena Creek State School students are ‘Living Through Learning’ in 2022 MARIA GIRGENTI MENA Creek State School has completed two busy terms and started 2022 with two new Preps and 30 students. The school community welcomed Acting Teacher Principals Chris Smith from Mission Beach State School in Term 1, Melanie Locke in Term 2, and Hayley Elvery, who will share the PrepYear 3 teaching role with Samantha Heard and is also the music teacher. All Year 6 students, Ruby, Indianna, Thor, Zahlee and Renae, have a leadership role and as good role models to younger students. MCSS is committed to delivering explicit learning opportunities in a safe learning environment, embracing and respecting students and families to nurture students who believe in themselves and value learning. MCSS is a small co-educational school servicing students from Prep to Year 6 in supportive, multi-age learning environments and a Reef Guardian and Sun Smart school. Teaching and Learning teamwork promotes students in their academic and personal growth by providing highquality explicit teaching and learning episodes tailored to each student’s individual needs. Contemporary learning using computer technology is a vital part

of students’ learning, evident in the school’s excellent student-to-computer ratio. The school is opposite the awardwinning tourist attraction Paronella Park, which allows students to access diverse learning opportunities, including sustainable energy, biodiversity and tourism.

(National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy) tests. Mena Creek State School always

welcomes new enrolments, and further information is available by contacting the school office.

New members are to join the P&C Association with meetings held during the school month, every third Thursday at 5.15 pm. Students aim to follow the school’s motto ‘Living Through Learning’ and the five core values of Respect, Responsibility, Peace, Being Safe and Striving for Excellence. MCSS actively promotes the Smart Moves initiative with daily physical activity and a Perceptual Motor Program and boasts two adventure playgrounds, a tennis and basketball court, and a large sports oval. MCSS is part of the Silkwood Mena Creek Sports Association, along with Silkwood, South Johnstone and Mundoo State Schools, which participate in an athletics carnival. During Term 1, Years 4, 5, and 6, students participated in Water Safety and Swimming program. This term, students competed in the District Cross Country, whilst Years 3 – 5 students participated in NAPLAN

Mena Creek State School Year 6 student leaders. Absent:Thor.

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C R O S S W O R D

6 Overcome 9 Bird of prey 10 Performer in a play 11 Fruit 12 Alcoholic drink 14 Greek letter 16 Dirty 17 Put up with 19 Neckwear 20 Courageous 23 Rubber 26 Informed wrongly HARD

Cardwell AOG,

28 Motor vehicle 29 Predict 32 Weapons store 34 Close-fitting tartan trousers 35 Bird 36 Blood transporter 37 Oppose contrary proof

38 Book of maps 39 Hoofed grazing animal Closely

40 Jamieson St, Cardwell

Baptist Churches

Cardwell Baptist Church,

Baptist Family Centre

11am, Sun, Bruce Highway, Cardwell Sugar Reef Baptist Church, 9:30am, S, “The Knightclub” 38 Herbert St, Ingham Baptist Independent,

10am, Sun, 6 Plumb

11am, Sun, 77 Halifax Rd,

Street, Tully

Ingham

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

Down 1 Wireless 2 Assign fault to 3 Witty retort 4 Greet 5 Section of a film 6 Hats 7 Great lake 8 At that time 13 Foolishly credulous 14 Sloping sharply 15 Gather little by little 18 The earth’s atmosphere

SUDOKU No. 252

9am Fri, 3rd Fri of month,

Tully Baptist Church,

27 Short wide tubes of pasta

Care Service,

Church,

Innisfail Estate

Rockingham Home Aged

6:30pm, Sun, Ladies Church

Cardwell Mission Beach Family

9:30am, Sun, 12 Tierney St,

29 32

Road, Ingham Churches of Christ Care

Innisfail,

10am, Sun, 28-32 Townsville

9:30am Sun, Shire Hall,

6pm, Sun, Unit 3, 2-4

Life Church,

9am, Sun, 2 Watkins St, Tully

18 19

40 compacted

Churches of Christ

Stephens Street, Mission Beach

AOG / ACC /

Tully Family Church,

10 11

AND CLUES 2 Effrontery (coll)

No. 12991

Across

20 Roman Catholic clerics’ caps 21 Seaweed 22 Prepares publication

for

24 Backward-looking (coll) 25 Game 26 Ruin

Uniting Churches

16 Mcquillan st,Tully,

Cassowary Coast

Ingham District Uniting

Uniting Churchs:

Churches:

10.30am, Sun, 8 Scullen Ave,

Ingham

Mighell, Innisfail

Halifax,

Mission Beach,

8am, Sun 12 Anderssen St,

8am, Sun, 2224 Tully-Mission

Halifax

Beach Rd, Mission Beach,

Blue Haven Lodge,

Tully Tongan Uniting,

Ingham, 11am

9am, Sun,

(2nd & 4th Tues) Road, Bamboo Creek Tully Seventh Day

Seventh Day Adventist Innisfail,

29 Deception

10:30am, Sat ,Bible Study,

30 Packing case

11am, Sat, 114 Lawrence

32 Dry

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

Lutheran

31 Promise solemnly

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

33 Additional CROSSWORD SOLUTION No. 12990 A N J O A P I R I Z M O B R U D S O T S P R O U P I R S U A T E C E D A D E L E M P E L F I N A N I T S

10am, Sun 16 Herbert St,

Seventh Day Adventist

28 Wild dog

B O B U P R O A B G R S L I C E T O T A L R C B E S T U L I T M L E A I L I T T L U I O C O R N E E U K

Ingham,

Innisfail,

D E V I A T E C A B I N

B C E H S E K A E D T S C H A Y S K T E W

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Anglican Churches

Cardwell

St Albans Anglican

St John Anglican Church,

Church,

3pm, 3rd Sun of month, Motel

9am, Sun, 83 Rankin Street,

Chapel, Kurrimine Beach

Innisfail St John Anglican Church, 5pm, Sat, 2 Black Street, Tully

Holy Trinity (Ingham) 6 pm Saturday Service. 9:30 am, Sunday. 37 McIlwraith Street, Ingham

John Oliver Feetham

All Souls,

Pioneer Memorial

7:30am, Sun, 10 Four Mile

9am, Sun, 45 Bruce Highway,

Road, Victoria Estate

Catholic Churches

12 Webb Rd, Wongaling Beach

St Rita’s Babinda, 7am, Sun, 15 Church St,

St Clare of Montefalco

Babinda

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 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

Our Lady Star of the Sea, 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,

Christ the King,

Canossa Chapel, 10am,

7am, 2nd & 4th/month, 10

Sunday, St Teresa’s College /

Harbour Road, Mourilyan

3819 Abergowrie Rd

Holy Spirit, Mission Beach

St Teresa’s, Trebonne,

7am Sun,

10am

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| RURAL Charlie Goes Bananas!

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DON'T ENTER BANANA FARMS Panama TR4 is a devastating disease of bananas that is spread by contaminated soil. This soil could be on your shoes or the tyres of your vehicle. Hear from banana growers why it's so important that nobody enters banana farms without the grower's permission by scanning here:

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The Panama TR4 Program is a joint initiative between the Queensland Government and the Australian Banana Growers' Council

Local school children go bananas with Charlie! THE next generation of biosecurity champions are going bananas to protect Far North Queensland’s farms, thanks to a new children’s book about Panama disease tropical race 4 (Panama TR4).

have been infested with the disease, Panama TR4.

Local author Matilda Bishop, who wrote ‘Charlie Goes Bananas!’, has launched the book with a live reading to school children at the South Johnstone Centre for Wet Tropical Agriculture.

‘Charlie Goes Bananas!’ was commissioned by the Panama TR4 Program, a joint initiative between the Queensland Government and the Australian Banana Growers’ Council (ABGC).

“Charlie is a young boy who learns about Panama TR4 (a serious disease of bananas) when visiting his grandfather in Far North Queensland,” Ms Bishop said. “He’s alarmed to see sick banana plants in the neighbouring farm, which

“Charlie discovers what the disease is and how he can help protect banana farms from its spread.”

Panama TR4 Program Leader Rhiannon Evans said Panama TR4 could not be eradicated. “Panama TR4 has devastated banana growing regions around the world, however the combined government,

industry and grower response to control and contain the disease in Queensland has set a global benchmark,” Ms Evans said. “We’re encouraged by the hard work that everyone has done in Queensland to contain the disease to just five farms within the Tully Valley over the past seven years. “It’s important that everyone who lives in Far North Queensland knows what they can do to prevent it from spreading and we hope this book will keep that effort going into the future.” Tully-based banana grower and Acting Chair of the ABGC, Leon Collins said children could play an important part in keeping the containment effort alive. “With 95 per cent of Australia’s

bananas grown in Far North Queensland, our children’s futures could be heavily impacted by Panama TR4 if it continues to spread,” Mr Collins said. “We owe it to our farmers and the economic viability of our communities to be aware of what we can do to protect our farms.” Copies of ‘Charlie Goes Bananas!’ will be sent to primary schools throughout the Cassowary Coast and will be available for loan from Cassowary Coast Libraries. Copies of the book are also available by contacting the Panama TR4 Program on 4091 8140 or panamatr4@daf.qld. gov.au. Follow Biosecurity Queensland on Facebook and Instagram (@ BiosecurityQld) and Twitter (@DAFQld)

National Parks free one day and taxed the next: Dametto KATTER’S Australian Party (KAP) Deputy Leader and Hinchinbrook MP, Nick Dametto has rubbished a potential tourist tax, saying it could hinder the recovery of tourism operators that have already hit rock bottom resulting from the impacts of the pandemic.

“With the opening of international borders this proposal would only make holidaying at home more expensive and have the potential to drive Australians overseas instead of encouraging them to explore our own backyard.

The proposal from the Queensland Tourism Industry Reference Panel could see local councils or tourism bodies introduce visitor taxes or levies to create additional funding streams.

“The State Government and tourism bodies should be focusing on innovative strategies to rebuild our tourism industry and support our operators.

“With the cost-of-living skyrocketing, a tourism tax will only deter travelers from exploring Queensland’s beautiful natural assets such as National Parks and the Great Barrier Reef,” Mr Dametto said.

“Both land and water based operators are already paying a levy to Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service and the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, so this would mean a user pays tax which would include locals and visitors, similar to the regime in Victoria.”

“Over the past few years with social distancing requirements and travel restrictions Queensland’s National Parks have been our ‘hero’ attractions and now the State Labor Government is considering introducing taxes or levies.

The Hinchinbrook MP said the COVID-19 pandemic had affected people’s travelling patterns and behaviours, lengthy holidays were now perceived as more of a safety risk, with people tending to book shorter and interstate holidays.

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“The fairy tale conceived by those coming up with those grandiose ideas would have you believe the tourism tax and levies generated by those visiting our National Parks and Great Barrier Reef would be reinvested into infrastructure that improves the visitor experience, but sadly most of that would be redirected by the State Government to pay for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics infrastructure.”

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Tonnes Crushed

Cane 93,987

“Hinchinbrook is home to some of our country’s most beautiful natural assets like Australia’s highest single drop waterfall Wallaman Falls, and I can guarantee if there was a tax or levy imposed to visit this National Park, we would see our visitor statistics decrease which would negatively impact our local economy and small businesses.

HERBERT REGION CRUSHING STATISTICS FOR WEEK 1 ENDED ENDED 18/6/2022

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Tonnes Crushed

“There’s definitely a higher level of fear associated with travel and introducing a tourism tax is not the solution to restoring our damaged industry,” Mr Dametto said.

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State Member for Hinchinbrook and KAP Deputy Leader Nick Dametto at Wallaman Falls.

Friday, June 24, 2022

Bowls News Tully hosts the Annual Ladies Gumboot 4s Competition PARTICIPANTS in the Annual Ladies Gumboot 4s Competition felt very lucky for the beautiful weather last Tuesday, June 21. Twelve teams competed on the day, travelling from as far north as Edmonton and from Ingham in the south to compete on the day. Tully’s hosts felt grateful to be able to catch up with their friends and players from other clubs. The Tully Ladies decorated the Club Entrance with Gumboots filled with flowers and pieces of shrubs to set the mood for the day! The Tully Bowls members received many remarks about the beautiful snowflakes in full bloom. Thanks to the Gardeners for doing such a great job. Tully Bowls President Joan Mercer welcomed the ladies who participated in the event. The participants played 3 Games of 12 Ends and then finished the day with a lovely afternoon tea. Tully Bowls would like to thank all the ladies who helped in the kitchen making sandwiches and goodies and also set up. Our beautiful Raffle was won by Diane O’Brien from Innisfail. After the cent sale prizes were drawn, President Joan presented the winners for the day with their Prize Money. Edmonton’s winning team was Margaret Bruni, Denise Quinn, Lois Ceeley and Christine Populin.

President Joan Mercer with 3rd winners Robyn Brunello, Pauline Edwards, Avis Ray and Betty Cochrane.

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Babinda Bowls SOCIAL bowls on Thursday, winners were David Gardiner, Tony Burns, Ron Omodei & Jim Azzopardi. Runner-up were Martin, Kevin Anderson, Joe Vella & Kevin Foord. Names in by 1 for 1.30 pm start for Social bowls on Thursday and Sunday. Round 7 of the pennants on Saturday, June 18, at home. Innisfail won on the day. For round 8 this Saturday June 25, we have a bye. Babinda Men’s 4’s, sponsored by Coral Coast Financial Services, was held on Sunday, June 19. A great day was had by the 56 bowlers from Tully Club to Marlin Coast and west to Yungaburra. Winners: Kevin Foord team, second: Peter Smith team, third: David Leach team and fourth: Dutchy team. General Manager, Ian Lane, was present to present the prizes.

Ingham Bowls BAREFOOT Bowls results for June 16: The prize-winning team with the highest score was: Jan Johnson, Mylanda Cole & D Torpy 20 defeating Mark Girgenti, Angie Foti & John Piotto 9 Dianne Tomba, Robyn Fascetti & Danny Chappell 9 defeated Donna Gosney, Chris Johnson & Stan Richards 9 - 8 Men’s Pairs results for June 17: J Eddleston & J Hamlyn defeated K Lawlor & A Torielle 20 - 10 Hammo & M Porta defeated G Brierley & S Richards 16 - 9 D Torpy & T Koop defeated J Holmes & R Cantatore 15 - 11 J Eyres & I Muldowney defeated K Walker & R Peterson 17 - 11 NO barefoot bowls will be played on the 23rd of June because of the annual Ingham show. Men’s pairs will be played at 2:15 pm on Friday the 24th of June. Call 47762117 before 1:45 pm to nominate. P Herman on pairs Roster on June 24: Mixed Social bowls will be played on Sunday June 26, at 1:30 pm. Please have names into the club before 12:30 pm Bar Roster: P Ryan Social Selector: A Torielle

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2nd winners President Joan Mercer joy Baird, Judy Rick, Annette Evans and Dorothy Field.

President Joan Mercer with winning team Margaret Bruni, Denice Quinn, Lois Cerley and Christine Populin.

LAST Monday, June 20, the ladies pennant hosted a combined team of bowlers from Sth Johnstone, Tully & Silkwood, who played another round in the pennants defeating Innisfail ladies 44 to 27. On Saturday, June 18, the men’s pennant teams from Silkwood played another pennant round against Sth Johnstone at Sth Johnstone Bowls Club. The score was tight, with Silkwood going down by 1 point. Sunday, June 19, we welcomed some of our seasonal travellers and had 12 bowlers with two games of triples. The first team with Delmo Tarditi, Tony Cates & Preston defeated team Rex Williams, Mirella Berryman & Ann Hollingsworth 19 to 17. Team 2 was Brian Brooks, Jean Messina & Rob Newell. They were defeated by Ron Given, Anna Della Bella & Shirley 32 to 10. Wednesday with a game of triples with team Ron Given, Tim Wallis & Mirella Berryman/Tony Cates defeat team Alan Hudson, Anna Della Bella & Preston

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23 to 21. A close game of pairs came down to the last end with team Denise Charman & Lee-ann Mayell defeated by team Brian Brooks & Delmo Tarditi 20 to 17. Due to the Daveson Shield being held on Sunday, June 26, no social bowls will be played. Wednesday, June 29, will be our next social day, with sign-in at 1 pm for a 1.30 pm start. NO Friday Night Barefoot bowls or BBQ. Watch this space for the next Friday Night Barefoot Bowls night. Lawn bowls, why not come along to one of our social days. It’s friendly and fun, and if you are new to the area, this is a great way to meet new friends. All locals & visitors are welcome. For all enquires contact the club on 0475759808 or follow on our Facebook page.

Tully Bowls SUNDAY, June 15: Sixteen players played eighteen ends of 2-4-2. Ray Downing/Pam Staier v Judy Hood/Wendy Niven (17-15.) Dennis Shirlaw/Rita Hudson v Joanne Townsend Marilyn (5-34) John Taylor/Shane King v Gavin/Val Zamora (18-19) Val Bradley/Betty Cochrane v Joan Mercer/Bev Harrop (13-2). The winners on the day were Joanne Townsend and Marilyn and runner up was Joan Mercer and Bev Harrop. Our members enjoyed socialising after the game. Sunday, June 19: It was great to see twenty-six bowlers enjoy an afternoon of bowls. Welcome to our Visitors. Team 1 John Taylor/Joan Mercer v Team 2 Shane King/Phill Johnson (6-17) Team 3Gavin Buick/Ron Senini v Team 4 Ray Wicks/ Steve Hawkins (11-10) Team 5 Ray Downing/Dennis Maggs/Rita Hudson v Team 6 Michael Knight/Judy Hood/ Ursula Cripps (216) Team 7 Leno Ceccato/Des Roberts/ Val Bradley v Team 8 Robyn Brunello/Trevor Marshal/Betty Cochrane (3-17) Team 9 Dennis Shirlaw/Pauline Edwards/ Bev Harrop v Team 10 Joanne Townsend/Pam Goodwin/ Wendy Nivens (7-15). After Smoko Team 1 v Team 3. (4-8).Team 2 v Team 4 (16-7) Team 5 v Team 8 (20 -6) Team 9 v Team 6.(1-19) Team 10 v Team 7 (11-10). Winning Team receiving $15 was Michael Knight/ Judy Hood/ Ursula Cripps. Runner up Team receiving free drink was Shane King and Phill Johnson. Monday, June 20: Pennants Ladies played in Innisfail against Innisfail. We were lucky enough to win both games. Tuesday, June 21. Men’s Pennants Teams played Innisfail in Innisfail and were defeated both games. Visitors are welcome to come along and enjoy a game of bowls and the good company! Cheers!

Innisfail Men’s Bowls THE team of Bob Chaplain, Sam Pagano and John O’Brien were the winners of last Thursday’s social bowls. New members and visitors are most welcome, with names to be in by 12.30 pm for a 1.15 pm start. After playing 28 ends in incredibly challenging conditions, Alf Siliato defeated Sergio Dalla Pozza in the A-Grade Club Singles. An excellent bowling display from both players and Siliato will now face Michael de Vries in the final, on a date yet to be determined. Congratulations to the two Innisfail pennants teams who picked up wins last weekend. On June 25, both pennants’ divisions are playing South Johnstone at South Johnstone starting at 1:00 pm. Please check the whiteboard for teams.

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Golf News Innisfail Golf Club INNISFAIL’S course was in pristine condition for the first two rounds of their Club Championships, thanks to the club’s committed volunteers. A huge thank you to the grounds crew who look after the course and clubhouse so the committee can run events. Anyone who can lend a hand for an hour or two on the course, please give Jake Cockle or Andrew Rose a call, and they will point you in the right direction. IGC Rules & Etiquette Last week’s Quiz During a stroke round, Saundo runs out of golf balls. What is the ruling? A. Saundo is disqualified B. Saundo can discontinue play to find or purchase more balls C. Saundo may borrow golf balls from any player on the course Answer: C. A player may get a conforming golf ball to play from anyone else, including another player on the

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course. Rule 4.2a(1). This week’s Quiz During a stroke round, Rob Mills may practise from a bunker close to the putting green of the hole he just completed. True or False? Des Hensler shot an impressive round of 23 points to win by one shot over Ian Street in Wednesday’s All Sporters 9-hole competition on June 8. Results 1st: Des Hensler 23pts 2nd: Ian Street 22pts 3rd: Caine Cockle Jnr 21pts NTP - Kevin Walsh Ryan Thwaite did well to secure the win in preparation for the Club Championships in Friday’s Sporters 9-hole competition on June 10. Results 1st: Ryan Thwaite 20pts 2nd: Geoff Johnston 17pts c/b 3rd: John Slater 17pts

NTP - Addi Butorac The first two rounds of the Innisfail Club Championships, sponsored by Brothers Leagues Innisfail, got off to a great start, with 40 players completing the first two days. It was a tough couple of days with temperatures and wind that seemed like Melbourne weather. Only five players played better than their handicap over the two days. Addi Butorac, Geoff Johnston and Dan Carter shot 69 Nett on day one, whilst a personal best from Mick Wilkinson of 63 Nett stole the show and the lead on day two. The gross scores for each grade blew out slightly in the conditions, with high winds and slick greens. Andrew Rose put together a solid day two score to be in the lead in A-Grade. Caine Cockle held his nerve to lead by two, and Mick Wilkinson came from the back of the pack to lead C-Grade by one shot. Innisfail’s lady golfers played very well, and Addi Butorac held the lead in Division 1, whilst Cindy Cockle was just ahead in Division 2. Please check out 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 - online bookings June 25 - Barrier Reef Motel Single Stableford June 26 - Junior Golf

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The final two days of the Championships played out last weekend.

Des Hensler won Wednesday’s All Sporters competition on June 8.

Ryan Thwaite won Friday’s Sporters competition on June 10.

THE veterans group played a single Stableford competition today at the Tully course. The conditions were showery, and a small group enjoyed the day. Thank you to the Tully Golf Club for their preparation and hosting of the event. Next week’s game is in Ingham, playing an Aggregate Stableford for the Mike Dann Trophy. Results Tuesday June 21, 2022: Men’s Competition: Winner: Jim Boston (37 points) Runner up: Roy Favier (34 points) Top of the Rundown: Maurie Smith (32 points) Rundown: Mick Fluerty (30), Steve Wells (29) Pin shot: Jim Boston Women’s Competition: Winner: Kass Marshall (32 points) Runner up: Betty Favier (31 points C/B) Top of the Rundown: Julie Reed (31 points C/B) Rundown: Deb Giles (29) Pin shots: Sue Cameron and Bruna Quadrio

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Golfers who competed in the first two days of the Innisfail Club Championships.

THURSDAY, June 16, to Sunday, June 19: The final two days of the 2022 Tully Club Championship were held last weekend. The winners in their respective grades have emerged and are listed as follows.

Friday, June 24, 2022 Results: Ladies: Division 1 Kim Robertson Division 2 Betty Favier Men: A Grade Niall Trickey B Grade Kevin Edwards C Grade Kade Spencer D Grade Mike Harris 36 Nett Winner Kade Spencer Junior Division: The winner was Charlie Manno Thursday, June 16, Baida Chickens Sporters Results Who said amateur golf is not rewarding? Last Thursday, Kevin (Porpoise) Edwards took home some cash and three delicious frozen chooks. He is in scintillating form and has lowered his handicap now to reflect that. Come along and play. It only costs $10. 9 Hole K Edwards 19 6 Hole Darryl Edwards 13 Rundown G Sinton 18 G Grainger 17 Putts K Edwards 13 NTP’s 1/10 S Strutt 7/16 Les Edwards 9/18 C Grade S Strutt On Saturday and Sunday, individual competitions were also held. Saturday, June 18, Competition Results On the third day of the Club Championship, the members went hell for leather to establish a good score. Tully Tender Cuts sponsored the day, and the Club extends their gratitude for this. A tremendous winning score by Jules Henderson and his son Wade romped into third place! And what about Charlie Manno? ...read on... 1st Jules Henderson 66 2nd Gerard Straatman 68 3rd Wade Henderson 70 4th Mike Ellicott 71 NTP’s 2/11 Kim Robertson 2/11 Andrew McCowan 7/16 Kim Robertson 7/16 Charlie Manno (aged 10!!) Sunday June 19 Competition Results This was the final day of our Club Championship. Thank you to the day sponsor, Reliable Pressure Cleaning! Particular mention must be made of the fantastic efforts of Charlie Manno, aged ten, who took out the second prize. Queensland produces great golfers such as Greg Norman and Jason Day, and perhaps there is another in our midst... time will tell... Another outstanding performance by a father and son team... 1st Carlo Manno 67 2nd Charlie Manno 71 3rd Niall Trickey 73 4th Jim Boston 73 NTP’s 2/11 Jules Henderson 2/11 Kim Robertson 7/16 Tanu Wulf

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GREG SHANNON WITH origin 2 coming up, team selection is always in the news, and the fact that Game 1 debutant Rueben Cotter was ruled out during a warm-up session for the Cowboys came as a bit of a shock. However, there was plenty of time for the Qld selectors to adjust the Qld squad for game 2. How often have rep teams had forced changes much closer to a game over the years? Plenty of times, as it turns out, some have gone down in rugby league folklore.

Take the 1981 state of origin match, a one-off game played after the integrates series, which was the last one to be based on residential selection. NSW picked a five-eight called Michael Pattison from South Sydney, who travelled to Brisbane for the game but was ruled out with injury the morning of the match, so NSW had to fly in a little-known Sydney Wests player called Terry Lamb to play the same day as the game! Then a few years later, Redcliffe forward Wally Fullerton-Smith was called into the Qld team to play the first origin match of the 1983 series the day of the game, after Qld prop, Dave Brown was ruled out with injury. Wally made the most of this opportunity, having a blinder for Qld, and went on to make the Australian side a few weeks later! In terms of older history, though, the most significant upheaval to any rep side must surely be the 1920 Australian side to play England in Brisbane for the first three-test series test. The Australian selectors chose an Australian team that included plenty of NSW-based

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Winner: Fran Lomas with 39 points Runner-up: Dave Rogers with 35 points NTP's NTP Men's #2/11: Gary Strawbridge Longest 1st Putt #4/13: Caryl Lavell Approach #3/12 (sponsored by Wayne Bolton): Hipas Donald NTP Ladies #5/14: Caryl Lavell Thursday, June 16: Sporters Comp Sponsored by Kurrimine Beach Holiday Park. We played the front 9, single stroke. The winner with 26 nett was Ross Thompson Second place with 28nett was Kevin Kelly

players, and in those days’ teams travelled by train, so it took a few days for the side to assemble and train in Brisbane. As it turned out, several NSW-based players were caught in a flood and stranded just days before the test, so selectors called in two Brisbane-based players virtually on the day of the game. One of these players was a fullback called Harry Fewin. Harry played for a Brisbane club called Carltons. Still, he was initially from Townsville, so he effectively became the first NQ junior to represent Australia in that test match, which Australia won. Another player selected in this test side was Qld half, Stan Ryan. Stan was a World War 1 veteran who had survived the horrors of trench warfare and had revived his sporting career after coming home. He was selected for Australia for this test but sadly was also ruled out with a cut on his leg, and with no antibiotic like today, such an injury could have led to worse consequences. Stan played for Qld again in 1921 but never made the Australian side again and is one of the dozens of players we are trying to get recognized officially as having been selected for Australia but not actually getting to play.

Harry Fewin, Harry Sunderland and Norm Potter 1920 Australian side

Stan Ryan 1920 Australia Brisbane

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Approach All In #9/18: Frank Tomosino

Winner: Ian Fitzgerald (36 points)

Thank you to all of our valued sponsors and to the visitors who came to enjoy a game with us.

R/Up: Mick Poggioli (35 points)

#1/10: Gavin Camilleri

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#2/11: Ross Thompson

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#3/12: Dave Rogers

June 25 – Chemist Warehouse & Dibella Family Ingham Women’s Open Championship

#4/13: Greg Cottrel #7/16: Dave Rogers #9/18: Liz Marland Saturday, June 18, Sponsored by Hipas Donald. Played Single Stroke. The men's Winner was Troy Kopp with 62 nett Men's Runner-up was Graham Roberts with 65 nett The lady's winner was Rhonda Bliss with 65 nett Ladies runner-up was Lisa Godfrey with 68 nett NTP's Longest 1st Putt #1/10: Andrew Frazer NTP All in #2/11: Frank Tomosino

Third place with 29 nett was Greg Cottrel

NTP Men's #4/13: Troy Kopp

Dave Rogers won the least putts with 13 Putts.

NTP Ladies #5/14: Li Marland Approach All In #6/15: Gavin Camilleri

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Approach All In #8/17: Rhonda Bliss

June 26 – Hotel Hinchinbrook June Monthly Medal News The 2022 Women’s Ingham Open will be held on June 25 with Chemist Warehouse and the Dibella Family, who have come on board as the major sponsors for this year’s event. Thank you both. Last weekend June 19, saw the commencement of the Cosca Pairs Championship for 2022. The event takes place over five rounds, for which you must keep the same partner (you may find a sub for one round). The top 4 scores will count towards the overall title from the five rounds played. Results: Saturday, June 18, 2022, Single Stableford:

R/Down: Julie Reed, Darrin Tennent, Bruna Quadrio (35 points) Sunday, June 19, 2022, Cosca Pairs 4 Ball Aggregate Stableford: The top 3 Standings so far include: Gary Cantoni and Stephen Finn (71 points) Ross and Ian Fitzgerald (70 points) Mick Poggioli and Carmelo DiBella (69 points) Women’s Competition: Wednesday, June 15, 2022 – Ross Dibella Seniors Championship Last Wednesday saw an excellent field contest, a single Stableford event for the trophy donated by Ross DiBella. Many thanks to Ross for this yearly trophy day sponsorship. It is very much appreciated. Thanks to our dependable and hard-working group of volunteers, the course was in terrific condition. Winner: Julie Reed (37 points) R/Up: Deb Giles (36 points) Pin Shots: First shot #9: Julie Reed Last shot #3/17: Sue Cameron Thanks to Kim Moore for her raffle donation, which Wendy Gibson won

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Shane Muriata

WITH Game 1 of the 2022 State of Origin Series going the way of the Queenslanders in Sydney, it is now the job for Innisfail’s Billy Slater to have our guys finish it off with a victory in Perth on Sunday night. Many people say we ambushed NSW with our win, which I think is a stupid post-game remark. Queensland won because we were ready, and the Blues had already played the game in their heads by thinking they just had to turn up to win. It is obvious that Slater had a plan to slow the game, but the masterstroke came when he picked a team built to play Origin. Cotter and Carrighan was my standout, but Munster played a game that was King Lewis worthy. He was totally unpredictable at times, which seemed to confuse the Blues for most of the game. Bringing Harry Grant in later in the game was awesome for our momentum, and he didn't disappoint by running at will. It seems the Blues have now copied the Maroons by selecting two hookers and demoting Damien Cook to the bench. It's not a bad move when you consider it worked for us, so it will be interesting to see how the game flows at the end of each half. Picking Matt Burton is an excellent selection, as his form warrants his inclusion. He deserves a shot at rep footy. The only problem with that is coach Fittler stated that he overlooked Josh Addo Car because the Dogs were struggling, so it's another dumb series of bizarre selection show from Freddy.

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Three Tully Tigers’ junior rugby league teams register wins MARIA GIRGENTI LAST weekend, 120 junior rugby league games were played across the region at Jones Park, Cairns, Callendar Park, Innisfail, Alley Park, Gordonvale, Jilara Oval, Yarrabah and Stan Williams Park. Under 6 to Under 16, teams from Innisfail, Tully, Edmonton, Kangaroos, Cairns Brothers, Mossman, Mareeba, Ivanhoes, Redlynch, Yarrabah, and Southern Suburbs took to the fields over the weekend, starting last Friday evening. At Jones Park last Friday, Tully’s Under 16 team prevailed with a 28 - 14 victory against Edmonton. Tully’s try scorers: Jaiden Mothe, Xzavier Carlaw 2, Phillip Coppens and Cohen Emmi. Goals: Phillip Coppens 2 and Cohen Emmi 2. Last Saturday, Tully’s Under 13 team had an emphatic 50 - 0 victory over Southern Suburbs at Alley Park, Gordonvale. Tully’s try scorers: Jayden Wilson, Jonah Ryder, Denan Anderson 4, Riley

Berge, Jackson Solien, Jakob Ford, Kade Corby and Blake Scikluna. Goals: Riley Berge 2 and Case Durighello.

Edmonton 30 def Innisfail 18 Tully 50 def Southern Suburbs 0 Under 13 Girls

Also, at Alley Park, Tully’s Under 14 team proved too strong for Southern Suburbs and had a 20 - 4 win. Tully’s try scorers: Reggae Dorego, Regan Ericson, Miki Toquero and Kaedyn Ketchell. Goals: Mitchell Davis 2.

Mareeba def Cassowary Coast

Last Saturday at Callendar Park, Innisfail Brothers’ Under 14 team registered a dominant 36 - 6 win over Kangaroos Gold, whilst Innisfail’s Under 15 team defeated Edmonton 26 - 12.

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Currently, Tully is sitting second on the Under 13 FNQRL Coast ladder, and Innisfail is fourth. Tully’s Under 14 team is currently sitting fourth, Innisfail Under 15s sixth, whilst Tully is second, and Innisfail fourth on the Under 16 ladder. FNQ Rugby League Juniors Round 9 results - June 17 - 18 Under 13

Under 14 Tully 20 def Southern Suburbs 4 Innisfail 36 def Kangaroos Gold 6 Under 15 Innisfail 26 def Edmonton 12 Tully 28 def Edmonton 14 Ivanhoe Knights 46 def Innisfail 12 In Round 10 fixtures, on the weekend of July 22 - 23, Tully’s Under 16 team has a bye. Innisfail Under 13, 14, 15 and 16 teams play at Callendar Park on Saturday, whilst Tully Tigers’ Under 13 and 14 teams have a bye. For up-to-date information on FNQ Rugby League games and venues, please visit the link: https://www.playrugbyleague.com/ Competitions/Competition/2022fnqrl-coast.

Addo Carr has been playing so well that it was a given that he would be announced as a winger. Bringing Jake Trobojovic back had to happen because he will tighten the middle up and have a leadership role with the forwards. I, for one, cannot wait for this game as I think Queensland will go up another gear, as they believe this series is theirs to take in game two. For all concerned, this game will be the greatest Origin game ever played, and we will be treated to something special. Buckle up; Queensland will win by 8. NSW Blues Queensland Maroons James Tedesco (c)

Kalyn Ponga

Brian To’o

Selwyn Cobbo

Matt Burton

Valentine Holmes

Stephen Crichton

Dane Gagai

Daniel Tupou

Murray Taulagi

Jarome Luai

Cameron Munster

Nathan Cleary

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Payne Haas

Lindsay Collins

Api Koroisau

Ben Hunt

Jake Trbojevic

Josh Papalii

Cameron Murray

Kurt Capewell

Liam Martin

Felise Kaufusi

Isaah Yeo

Tino Fa’asuamaleaui

Damien Cook

Harry Grant

Angus Crichton

Jai Arrow

Junior Paulo

Patrick Carrigan

Siosifa Talakai

Jeremiah Nanai

Nicho Hynes

Tom Dearden

Joseph Suaalii

Tom Flegler

Jordan McLean

Beau Fermor

Clint Gutherson

Corey Oates

Victor Radley

Reece Walsh

The Tully Tigers’ Under 13 team had an epic win against Southern Suburbs last Saturday.

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Last Friday, the Tully Tigers’ Under 16 team secured a solid win against Edmonton.

21 Local award-winning touch football referee encourages women to ‘get into touch’ Friday, June 24, 2022

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Deborah Mortimer (green hair) with other touch football referees and staff at the National Touch League in Coffs Harbour.

Deborah Mortimer, kneeling front (grey cap), team leader of the ‘Women in Touch’ program kicking off in Innisfail in July is encouraging all women to give touch football a try.

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TOUCH Football Australia recently acknowledged its referees, referee coaches, and support staff who attended this year’s 26th Inferno National Touch League held last month in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales. Deborah Mortimer from Innisfail Touch Football Association was one of three to receive an upgrade to Level 5 Senior Referee. Mortimer also received two prestigious awards, the Nationals - Referee Team Award, for which her team members nominated her, and Referee Manager’s Award, which she won against 160 other referees. For the past two years, Mortimer has worked tirelessly to gain confidence and the skills required as a referee to attempt to upgrade to a Level 5 Referee, which she successfully achieved. Mortimer has attended various events locally, regionally, and at the state level, showing her commitment and dedication to the sport. Coming from a netball background, Mortimer played her first game of touch football at the age of 15 and soon developed a love for the sport. She has represented at local, state and national levels. For the past seven years, Mortimer has played at the National Touch League. Still, this year was her first National event as a referee. The experience was extremely rewarding. “Refereeing is often a thankless task, but having the right people around to support is what I love about the game.” Mortimer attended back-to-back tournaments, returning from the Battle of the Islands on Thursday Island and then straight to the Nationals Touch League. She is the team leader of the Women in Touch program, which kicks off Monday, July 25, from 6.00 pm - 7.00 pm at Wangan sports ground, home of Innisfail Touch Football. The six-week program is a Queensland Touch Football initiative funded by Queensland Government Active Kit, in collaboration with Health and Wellbeing Queensland.

Training at Tait’s Family Martial Arts can be an investment in your child’s education of life skills. We train at East Innisfail State School from Mondays through to Thursdays. Children’s classes: 4 pm to 4.45 pm Adults classes: 5.15 pm to 6.15 pm. You are entitled to 2 free lessons.

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It encourages women and girls of all ages, experiences and fitness levels to try touch footy, get active and improve their fitness. Participants will gain an introduction to touch football foundation skills with simple and fun drills and small games. It will take place at the same time as Junior Touch, so mums, grandmothers and aunties can come and have fun of their own in a friendly team environment. Whilst the youngsters play, touch footy provides a wonderful opportunity for all types of women to learn new skills, make connections and gain confidence. The program is open to women of all skills, experience and fitness levels, with the fundamental goal of having fun.

Deborah Mortimer from Innisfail Touch Football Association received two prestigious touch football referee awards.

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Junior soccer stars light up Castor Park STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARIA GIRGENTI JUNIOR soccer is in full swing, having commenced in early May, with the season running until mid-September.

two Under 10/11 teams with Steve Tanti, Jason Sapuppo, Leo Di Carlo, Mick Jackson, Donny Ferrau, Chris Borsato, Damien Makings, Mark Nucifora, Sharon Bradford and Steven Bailey as coaches.

Boogan Stars, Innisfail Tigers, Mission Beach Barracudas and Tully Flames Clubs field teams from Under 6/7 to Under 10/11.

Steve Tanti (President), Jason Sapuppo (Vice President), Rebecca Sapuppo (Secretary) and Sharon Bradford (Treasurer) make up the Innisfail Tigers committee.

The Innisfail Tigers Club has around 87 players registered, with five Under 6/7 teams, three Under 8/9 teams and

Daradgee Welding Works, Fiorito, Bananas, Water Shed, Roscoe’s Piazza, Innisfail Tyre and Brake are sponsors

of Innisfail Tigers, whilst each year Brothers Leagues Club Innisfail provide two nights for the club to fundraise at their venue. Mission Beach Barracudas’ Football Club teams are sporting new playing strips, training shirts, shorts and socks with new colours, logos, and sponsors around the Cassowary Coast. Tully Flames Junior Football Club, established in 1978, has 76 players in all age groups, including Squirts (aged 3 - 5 years), who only attend Thursday training. Tully has two Under 6/7 teams, two Under 8/9 teams, and one Under 10/11 team who attend training on Thursdays from 5.00 pm - 6.00 pm at Kim Carroll Sporting Fields, Tully, with games played on Saturdays at Mourilyan. Tully’s coaches are Squirts: Kate Mason, Leah Johnston and Dominic Cavallaro; Under 6/7: Chris Coppens, Justin Flegler and Max Irwin; Under 8/9: Mark Valeriano, Nathan La Fauci and Rachael Hodgson and Under 10/11: Lani Miller and Tim Wilcox. Their committee is Clayton McGinlay (President), Rachael Hodgson (Vice President), Danielle McGinlay (Secretary) and Stephanie Grimaz

(Registrar). Tully Flames Club is extremely grateful to its sponsors, Tully Welding Works, Agape Dental, Bonassi’s Quarry, Durighello Welding and Tully Sugar. Under 6-7 teams have four players per side, with no goalkeeper, and games played over two 20-minute halves are about learning rules and skill in a game situation with a coach on-field. Under 8-9 teams have seven players per side, including a goalkeeper and games consist of two 20-minute halves with a five-minute break at halftime. Under 10-11 teams have nine players per side, including a goalkeeper, with games played over two 25-minute halves. Mini carnivals provide an excellent opportunity for junior players to gain valuable game experience, so clubs encourage all teams to participate. This Saturday, June 25, the Mareeba Football Club travels to Castor, Park, Mourilyan for a Mini Carnival, with games to kick off at 10.00 am, where each team will play two games. All junior teams travel to Atherton on July 23 for a Mini Carnival, whilst on August 27, players will participate in another Mini Carnival in Mareeba.

Boogan Stars 1 and Mission Beach Blue Under 8/9 teams.

Tully 2 and Mission Beach Sky Blue Under 6/7 teams in action.

Innisfail Tigers 2 Under 10/11 team.

Action between Tully 2 and Boogan 2 Under 8/9 teams.

Boogan Stars 3 Under 10/11 team.

Mission Beach Sky Blue and Tully 2 Under 6/7 teams.

Friday, June 24, 2022

Fishing News

RoLy Newton

UNFORTUNATELY, conditions were unsuitable for offshore fishing last weekend, confining angling opportunities to the estuaries. I found the coastal creeks were suffering from last week's cold snap, with the upper brackish sections of the estuaries very quiet with water temperatures down below 22degrees during the morning. In the afternoon and closer to the mouth, temperatures were 2 to 3 degrees higher, and we managed to raise a few Barra and put one in the boat. The reports from the other boats were similar, having raised a few Barramundi but managing some nice Bream, Flathead and school Grunter. In places, the jelly prawn were thick, and they had Blue Salmon and Tarpon feeding on them. Those crabbing were very happy with good numbers of muddies caught in most coastal creeks. The Hinchinbrook area, particularly Missionary Bay, fished a lot better with water temperatures up to around 25 degrees during the day's heat. We managed 18 Barra here in 2 days of fishing, all small fish, the largest being 62 centimetres. In my mind, good fishing for this time of year. We also found Trevally and some of the largest Blue Salmon I've seen locally feeding on bait on a dirty water line. Reports coming in from those that fished the Hinchinbrook channel were not as good, with water temperatures down a little. Surprisingly I have not heard of any Mangrove Jacks being caught in the coastal creeks or the Hinchinbrook area.

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info@wettropictimes.com.au PO Box 1100, TULLY, 4854 70 Butler Street, TULLY Unfortunately, if the forecast is correct, there will be no opportunities to get out and fish for Mackerel over the weekend. The Spanish and School Mackerel should be around in numbers by now, so hopefully, we can get a break in the weather soon. The Spotted Mackerel schools traditionally arrive during the latter part of July. When the School Mackerel are spread out, I prefer to slow troll pilchards or lures as I can use three lines in a yellow zone and move around more freely to find the fish. As mentioned earlier, the mud crabs are on the move, so don't forget the crab pots.

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Good Fishing, Roly Newton, Tackle World Tully

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Those bait fishing in the Hinchinbrook region also managed some very nice Bream and Grunter. Looking forward to next weekend, the forecast is not good with the south easterlies again restricting most anglers to the estuaries. If you are a keen lure fisherman, the smaller run in the morning run-out tide will offer plenty of opportunities in the coastal creeks. This same early morning tide will also suit those wishing to chase grunter and Bream.

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Either side of the early afternoon low tide will also offer baits and lure fishers opportunities. I would gather bait around the mouth of the drains and then fish for Grunter, Flathead and Bream during the incoming tide.

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12:50 am 1.47m 6:16 am 2.64m 12:52 pm 0.79m 7:18 pm 2.93m 1:38 am 1.46m 6:51 am 2.54m 1:21 pm 0.77m 7:55 pm 3.04m 2:18 am 1.46m 7:22 am 2.64m 1:46 pm 0.79m 8:29 pm 2.93m 2:53 am 1.47m 7:50 am 2.34m

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2:11 pm 0.8m 9:00 pm 3.12m 3:24 am 1.49m 8:16 am 2.26m 2:34 am 0.83m 9:29 pm 3.11m 3:51 am 1.53m 8:41 am 2.19m 2:59 pm 0.87m 9:58 pm 3.06m 4:18 am 1.58m 9:05 am 2.13m 3:24 pm 0.93m 10:27 pm 2.99m

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Another option would be to pump some yabbies on the bottom of the tide and fish for whiting during the first push of the incoming tide. Definitely, one of the best options would be to head down and fish the sheltered waters of the Hinchinbrook Channel. Port Hinchinbrook and Fishers creek will run dry during the middle of the day, so anglers will have to put into the water in the morning and return in the afternoon.

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Tropical Dave with a monster coral trout that was caught and safely released.

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MON 27

1:24 am 1.39m 6.37 am 2.35m 1:34 pm 0.78m 7:42 pm 2.59m 2:13 am 1.38m 7:12 am 2.25m 2:04 pm 0.74m 8:19 pm 2.68m 2:55 am 1.38m 7:45 am 2.25m 2:32 pm 0.74m 8:53 pm 2.68m 3:32 am 1.38m 8:14 am 2.07m

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Derek Maynard with a good barra from a drain caught on a suspending Jackall Squirrel.

12:46 am 1.44m 6:30 am 2.66m 12:58 pm 0.73m 7:26 pm 2.97m 1:33 am 1.42m 7:06 am 2.54m 1:30 pm 0.72m 8:05 pm 3.08m 2:09 am 1.41m 7:39 am 2.44m 1:58 pm 0.73m 8:39 pm 3.14m 2:09 am 1.42m 7:39 am 2.35m

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2:58 am 0.75m 9:23 pm 2.73m 4:06 am 1.4m 8:41 am 2.00m 3:24 pm 0.78m 9:52 pm 2.71m 4:37 am 1.43m 9:05 am 1.93m 3:46 pm 0.82m 10:20 pm 2.68m 5:06 am 1.47m 9:26 am 1.88m 4:08 pm 0.87m 10:47 pm 2.62m

1:58 pm 0.76m 8:39 pm 3.16m 3:07 am 1.43m 8:36 am 2.27m 2:45 pm 0.8m 9:39 pm 3.14m 3:32 am 1.46m 9:03 pm 2.2m 3:03 pm 0.85m 10:05 pm 3.1m 3:58 am 1.49m 9:32 pm 2.14m 3:21 pm 0.91m 10:32 pm 3.04m

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Innisfail’s Codey Toft, crowned twotime Queensland BJJ champion MARIA GIRGENTI CODEY Toft from Fusion Fight and Fitness Innisfail won double gold at the Queensland Brazilian JiuJitsu State Championship held at Carrara Sports and Leisure Centre, Gold Coast, on June 4 - 5.

This tournament is for all levels of Brazilian JiuJitsu and competitors of all ages, which saw the best athletes across Australia hit the mats to vie for State glory. The AFBJJ/QBJJC Queensland State Championship attracted close to 1,500 registrations, including competitors from Townsville, Mackay, Cairns, Brisbane, Ipswich, Toowoomba, Gold Coast, Tweed Heads, Surfers Paradise, Noosa, Burleigh Heads, Byron

Bay, Hervey Bay, Sunshine Coast, Bondi, Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide and Perth clubs. Toft stepped up in weight and achieved State glory, winning gold in the Kids Gi - Yellow/Orange/Green Teen III (15 years) Male -60.5kg division after defeating Ethan Rodrigues from Noosa Heads. His efforts and commitment to training paid off as the next day, Toft followed up and claimed another gold medal in a tough division. Toft especially wanted to thank Fusion Fight and Fitness Innisfail, his coaches, the Mayocchi Brothers, head coach Daryl Mayocchi, Dale Haley and Brodie for spending extra time helping him prepare, sponsors Hyperfly Australia Fullguard CHAMP Mouthguards, as well as his parents and family for all their support. The three Singh brothers brought home a medal, with one gold, silver and bronze. Isaiah Singh defeated Noah Cain from the Gold Coast to secure gold in the final of the Kids Gi/Male - Yellow/Orange/Green - Teen III (15 years) -56.5kg division. Isaiah has achieved his 2022 goal, as he currently holds a Queensland State title in Muay Thai and is now a two-time Queensland Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu champion. In the final, Caleb Singh fought Dylan Matsuura from Sydney. He finished with a silver medal in the Kids Gi Male -Yellow/Orange/Green - Junior (10 years) -33.2kg.

Codey Toft stepped up in weight and claimed gold in the Kids Gi Teen III (15 years) Male Under 60.5kg division. Photo: Hyperfly Australia.

Codey Toft finished with double gold, after winning a tough No Gi bracket. Photo: Hyperfly Australia.

His brother Joshua claimed bronze against Chechan Al Hersh from Melbourne in the semi-final of the Kids Gi/Male - Yellow/Orange/Green - Junior III (12 years) -39.3kg).

Isaiah Singh is now a two-time State BJJ champion after winning gold.

Since returning from competing at the State Championship, Toft achieved promotion to green belt at Fusion Fight and Fitness Innisfail gym, where he trains, and this week he celebrated his 15th birthday.

Caleb Singh brought home a silver medal.

Joshua Singh claimed a bronze medal.