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The Eulogy of a Tully Pioneer: Mario had a zest for life!! GIVING everything 110%

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PERHAPS this is where the term ‘big arse’ came from: he did nothing in small measures; big arse trailer, big arse shed, big arse ute & caravan… He was living his dream, retirement, meaning developing his new home and lifestyle. This was where his heart was- in the green hills with a view. Farming life began when Mario’s family moved from the Hotel Kincora, Lower Tully, to the Riversdale property when he was 5. Riding horses, helping with the cattle, and learning to drive as soon as he could reach the pedals all came naturally to him. When his parents, Mario & Atte, started in bananas in the early ’70s, he was there after school and on weekends. Boarding school at Abergowrie Agricultural College lasted till the start of Year 11. Despite his mum wanting him to finish his senior year, he knew he wanted to be on the farm. So she gave in and let him come home. The family always said Mario could taste dirt to tell you how good it was. He was a natural and applied himself to all aspects the family took on. Lot feeding cattle, growing grain for the cattle feed, using the manure for fertiliser on the bananas. In 1984 at the Feast of the 3 Saints, Mario fell head over heels for a petite Dimbulah girl. He travelled the miles and wooed Franca; they married in 1985. Mario & Franca worked hard to start a great life together. He drove interstate trucks, a harvester and then began a cane haulage business in Ayr.

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Regional Rainfall Report

WEATHER Tomorrow - Saturday Ingham Sunny 10 - 26 Cardwell Mostly sunny 13 - 24 Tully Partly cloudy 13 - 24 Mission Beach Mostly sunny 14 - 23 Innisfail Partly cloudy 14 - 24 Tomorrow - Sunday Ingham Partly cloudy 11 - 25 Cardwell Partly cloudy 12 - 24 Tully Partly cloudy 12 - 23 Mission Beach Partly cloudy 14 - 23 Innisfail Partly cloudy 13 - 24

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TULLY

INNISFAIL

BABINDA

Last 7 Days mm

0mm

2.5mm

57mm

39.8mm

31.8mm

MTD mm

56mm

97.5mm

274mm

232mm

307mm

YTD

1281mm

1387mm

2825.3mm

2764.2mm

3311.2mm

Tully Craft Group

LAST week the Tully Craft Group celebrated Christmas in July at the El Arish Tavern. Twenty-eight were in attendance, including some spouses, which made it both a lovely and fun occasion. Apart from Craft every Thursday at the Tully Uniting Church Hall, they like to socialise and find as many opportunities as possible to meet and have lunch together. Each month they get together for lunches at different venues around town and celebrate the birthdays of members that occur during that month. Their next big occasion will be Christmas Luncheon which is a memorable affair. Members each contribute gold coins once a week so that they have paid for their Luncheon when the time comes. All are welcome to join the group any Thursday at Tully Uniting Church Hall from 9.30 am - 11.30 am.

Thankyou!! The Tully Craft Group were enjoying their celebration.

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I had on my heart to ask you all this week if you know what gift God has given you? Did you know that God has called us to do his works as we are vessels of his Spirit? Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good. To one there is given through the Spirit a message of wisdom, to another a message of knowledge by means of the same Spirit, to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healing by that one Spirit, to another miraculous powers, to another prophecy, to another distinguishing between spirits, to another speaking in different kinds of tongues, and to still another the interpretation of tongues. All these are the work of one and the same Spirit, and he distributes them to each one, just as he determines.

1 Corinthians 12:7-11 NIV

While we have all been given gifts, no one gift is greater than the other. We are all called to use our gifts to work in unity as one part of the body cannot function as a whole without the other. While gifts vary from each person, we should not become envious or jealous. God knows what he is doing and knows what gift he has deposited to you.

So that there should be no division in the body, but its parts should have equal concern for each other. If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honoured, every part rejoices with it.

On behalf of the Innisfail & District Show Society Inc., I sincerely thank the Cassowary Coast Regional Council , the Queensland Government as major sponsors, the many local sponsors, volunteers and the community for their contribution to another successful show. This years' Show would not have been the success it was without these sponsors and volunteers. President Louis Zahra

1 Corinthians 12:25-26 NIV

I want to encourage you to seek God if you do not yet know what your gifting is. While in your prayer, take time to ask him, Father, what gift have you given me, and how can I use my gift to minister to others? Every born-again believer has been given spiritual gifts. Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it. And God has placed in the church first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then miracles, then gifts of healing, of helping, of guidance, and of different kinds of tongues. Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Do all work miracles? Now eagerly desire the greater gifts. And yet I will show you the most excellent way.

1 Corinthians 12:27-29, 31 NIV

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The Eulogy of a Tully Pioneer: Mario had a zest for life!! Continued from page 1... 1991 was a challenging year with younger brother Paul enduring nonHodgins Lymphoma and undergoing treatment in Brisbane. Mario & Franca shared time with his parents and sister Gina taking turns to be with Paul. It was a sad time with the loss of Paul in 1992, but Mario & Franca were blessed with their first son Jared. Second son Jordan arrived in 1994, and Amaya surprised them in 2000. Along the way, he adopted another daughter, Tracee and grandkids, Riley, Danni & Tayla, all of who he thought the world of. He had a close relationship with Blake & Danae as he was very present in their lives. In 1996 Mario & Franca moved back to Tully, where Mario leased a cane farm, started a harvesting contract and developed the family farm fully into sugar cane. He was passionate about continually improving strategies and was a local pioneer of agricultural innovation, particularly in trialling and manufacturing Bio Fertilisers. It was like a religion – once he started talking about it, he was like an evangelist! He travelled to Brazil & the USA with John Deere. He was always keen to find & learn better methods and, see what other farmers were doing and adopt what he thought would work on his farm in Tully.

In 2011 he was awarded Australian Canefarmer of the Year, a great honour.

Although Mario worked long hours & full weeks, he always made time for his family and friends. His children were taken camping and water skiing together with the Vasta kids, Christina, Alicia and Johnny. They were like his own kids, and he would patiently teach all the kids to ski and tube around Lake Tinaroo. He would drive the boat all day just to get one of the kids from double skis to a single.

Mario discovered another passion. Clay Target shooting, joining the Silkwood Club and then joining with the Atherton Club this year. The challenge of improving his score was one thing, but he loved the camaraderie of the clubs and made best mates. Lots of drinking. Pranks & practical jokes at many of the 2-day shoots. He had plans to explore Australia with Franca in his ute Black Betty and the

caravan, to improve the property, build their home and work with cattle. With all Mario did in life, he led by example, asked no more of anyone than he was prepared to do himself, and had integrity, passion and commitment to & for all. Mario always said he wanted to have his wake before he was gone so he could enjoy it with family & friends. He will be annoyed that you’ll be drinking his grog without him. Your attendance at his funeral service celebrating Mario’s life was a testament to what a generous, loving person he was, and his family are truly grateful.

There were lots of pranks, especially with the tube with some very sore muscles at the end of the day. He took a group of boys camping both in Jared & Jordan’s senior years to celebrate schoolies at Tinaroo. Fun and mayhem were had. Franca and Mario took the children on holidays to the USA, Canada, Italy, Japan and Australia. Mario wanted the best for his children. Although he indulged them, he also showed them the worth of being part of the community- being involved in school activities, cyclone clean-ups, learning the value of working holiday jobs and helping at the farm. He was incredibly proud of their achievements – Jared qualifying with an honour’s degree in Engineering, Jordan gaining a building trade and Amaya completing two uni degrees with the added pressure of Covid. With the children grown up and away,

Extract from the 2021-2022 Financial Report for Cassowary Coast Regional Council FINANCE Report May 2022 Prepared by: Gian Rimbaud, Manager Finance Meeting Date: Thursday, June 30, 2022 Executive Summary: The purpose of this report is to promote sound financial management and accountability by presenting the Finance Report as at 31 May 2022 to Council The following highlights some of the key figures: Overall operating surplus of $5.7M which is $887K

over budget compared to budget of $4.8M; Operational revenue of $93.5M which is $1.7M over budget compared to YTD budget of $91.8M; Operational expenditure of $87.8M which is $812K over budget compared to YTD budget of $87.0M; The end of month cash balance is $55.2M; Capital expenditure for the month was $2.4M with YTD capital expenditure totalling $27.6M which represents 55% of the total capital works budget of $49.8M. Total expenditure including commitments totals $38.1M which represents 76% of the total budget.

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News in Brief Cassowary Coast Collaboration Key to the Cassowary Coast Regions Future CASSOWARY Coast Regional Council has affirmed its commitment to the future economic growth of the region, endorsing a term of reference for the creation of an Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC). Economic Development and Tourism portfolio holder, Councillor Renee McLeod, who will also act as the chairperson of the EDAC, said Council recognises the importance of a collaborative economic environment and is committed to an effective partnership which provides a unified approach and collective strengths between the regions industry bodies, local chambers of commerce and energetic economic voices. “Council are committed to the prosperity of our region and noted that a new framework was required to provide leadership and identity for the region’s future. “The EDAC will provide a forum for Industry, the Chambers and small businesses to have a voice without the administrative burden and volunteer fatigue often seen in more classical groups. “The committee will include 12 community members who demonstrate good knowledge and understanding of community issues that are relevant to economic development and most importantly show a passion for the Cassowary Coast community.” said Councillor McLeod.

“The role of the EDAC members is to actively communicate the views of the broader business community to Council and provide input and feedback to shape the development of an Economic Development Strategy. “The Economic Development Strategy, which is budgeted for delivery in 2022/23, will drive and facilitate investment in the region that will support both traditional and emerging industries and act as a catalyst for a stronger future for residents. Appointments to the EDAC are for a twelve-month term and members must attend the quarterly meetings. Residents passionate about the economic future of the Cassowary Coast are encouraged to consider a role on Council’s Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC).

Friday, July 22, 2022

News in Brief

Hinchinbrook Last Chance to Provide Feedback on New Ingham Cemetery Masterplan Public Consultation COUNCIL has received five responses from residents for the New Ingham Cemetery Masterplan. Last chance to provide feedback. To provide your feedback, please visit Council’s website, Public Consultation page. Feedback closes 5.00pm Wednesday, July 20, 2022.

Cr McLeod said Council is committed to working with Business and Industry to continue to promote a shared set of values that allows the business community and Council to work together to effectively achieve a common purpose. Details regarding the expressions of interest process will be communicated shortly.

Current Assets Cash and cash equivalents Trade and other receivables Inventories Contract assets Other assets Total Current Assets

30 June 2021 $

For any questions on the EDAC process or how to become involved email enquiries@ccrc.qld.gov.au.

Playtime at the Library PLAYTIME is a fun-filled, 30-minute session, which incorporates stories, songs and rhymes aimed at children 0-5 years of age. At each session you will have the opportunity to ask questions or discuss

Actual YTD $

The Get Ready Schools competition helps children learn about common disasters in Queensland and how to prepare for them in a creative and fun way. Choose from a range of activities to suit every class level and interest including worksheets, an online game, design challenge and a disaster-themed snakes and ladders board game.

Statements are prepared for the purpose of monitoring actual performance against the adopted budget and forecast.

2. Students complete one or a number of the Get Ready Queensland class activities to learn more about severe weather and how to prepare for weather events in Queensland; 3. Take photos of students undertaking their Get Ready Queensland activity or displaying their completed work; and 4. Submit photos online at www.g e tready.qld.g ov.au/ schools by 11.59pm Friday 7 October 2022. which measures the overall financial performance of Council for the period ended 31 May 2022. If you would like to read the report in full it is located in Report 9: https://drive.google.com/drive/ folders/1bJ1hY8Sr zy8jg5zbS woPHvop d7v0GmWm

Appendix 1 of this Report includes The Wet Tropic Times Awill make PPENDIX 1 – FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE the Statement of Comprehensive further inquiries into the Financial Report TheM following Statements are presented for the period ended 31 May 2022. The actual amounts are compared against the full year forecast. The presented whole of Cou ovemeFinancial nt Financial % Statements include: Income (Profit and Loss) and Statement from the Hinchinbrook Shire Council for • Statement of Comof prehFinancial ensive Income – Position Reports Council’s year to date profit and loss up tonext the endweek’s of the period; and edition. (Balance Sheet), 22,294,000 130%

FY Budget 2021/22 $

16,824,813 2,402,389 239,332 3,913,465 1,768,721 25,148,720

21,800,859 1,914,557 474,431 1,303,726 267,133 25,760,706

Non-Current Assets Property, plant and equipment Total Non-Current Assets

343,181,571 343,181,571

346,471,360 346,471,360

338,452,000 338,452,000

101% 101%

TOTAL ASSETS

368,330,291

372,232,066

366,739,000

101%

Current Liabilities Trade and other payables Provisions Contract liabilities Other liabilities Total Current Liabilities

5,088,717 5,352,786 920,060 11,361,564

1,634,586 5,502,779 1,831,940 8,969,304

3,214,000 4,189,000 2,307,000 9,710,000

32% 103% 199% 0% 79%

Non-Current Liabilities Provisions Total Non-Current Liabilities

7,633,091 7,633,091

7,613,819 7,613,819

4,425,000 4,425,000

100% 100%

18,994,655

16,583,123

14,135,000

87%

NET COMMUNITY ASSETS

349,335,636

355,648,943

352,604,000

102%

Community Equity Asset revaluation surplus Retained surplus Current year surplus/deficit TOTAL COMMUNITY EQUITY

183,352,494 162,888,833 3,094,308 349,335,636

183,533,778 165,983,142 6,132,023 355,648,943

172,557,000 173,958,000 6,089,000 352,604,000

100% 102% 198% 102%

TOTAL LIABILITIES

LEARNING about severe weather and disasters does not have to be frightening.

1. Visit the Get Ready Queensland website, select and download classroom activities;

APPENDIX 1 – FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE STATEMENT

HINCHINBROOK SHIRE COUNCIL Statement of Financial Position For the Period Ended 31 May 2022

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EACH month, year to date Financial

Join us at the Hinchinbrook Shire Library at 10.30am every Thursday for a morning filled of fun educational activities.

The Get Ready Queensland Schools Competition activities are a great way to start the conversation with your kids about what weather they might face this disaster season and how they can help.

Extracted from Hinchinbrook Shire Council 2021 – 2022 Financial Report OFFICERS SUMMARY

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2,920,000 284,000 2,789,000 28,287,000

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Statement of Financial Position – Reports Council’s assets (including cash balance), liabilities and community equity as at the end of the period.

80% 198% 33% 15% 102%

HINCHINBROOK SHIRE COUNCIL Statement of Comprehensive Income For the Period Ended 31 May 2022

INCOME Revenue Recurrent revenue Rates, levies and charges Fees and charges Rental income Interest received Sales revenue Other income Grants, subsidies, contributions and donations Total recurrent revenue Capital revenue Grants, subsidies, contributions and donations Total capital revenue

30 June 2021 $

Actual YTD $

YTD Forecast 2021/22 $

1 2

25,267,375 1,283,728 208,066 323,050 1,162,865 53,328 6,333,161 34,631,574

25,021,225 1,304,452 263,173 199,274 1,042,570 210,717 8,961,629 37,003,038

24,820,300 1,082,527 245,316 255,573 1,059,189 168,344 9,823,776 37,455,025

12,405,596 12,405,596

6,205,555 6,205,555

47,037,170

15,768,871 15,052,592 24,163 9,820,944 40,666,570

3 4 5 6

TOTAL INCOME EXPENSES Recurrent expenses Employee benefits Materials and services Finance costs Depreciation expense Total recurrent expenses (Profit)/loss on disposal on non-current assets

Hinchinbrook Shire Council Rep- Financial Performance Report

Note Ref.

8 9

TOTAL EXPENSES NET RESULT

YTD Forecast Progress %

FY Forecast 2021/22 $

FY Budget 2021/22 $

101% 121% 107% 78% 98% 125% 91% 99%

25,457,342 1,149,867 252,180 281,448 1,472,769 168,365 12,372,086 41,154,056

25,486,141 1,068,600 215,332 310,500 1,428,572 15,750 11,042,159 39,567,054

10,594,758 10,594,758

59% 59%

12,152,260 12,152,260

11,177,861 11,177,861

43,208,593

48,049,783

90%

53,306,316

50,744,916

14,579,488 12,991,776 48,425 9,044,877 36,664,565

14,046,054 18,033,511 47,682 9,005,932 41,133,178

104% 72% 102% 100% 89%

15,302,709 20,774,143 50,835 9,815,727 45,943,414

15,482,296 19,402,831 53,394 9,717,548 44,656,070

3,276,291

412,004

70,740

582%

740

43,942,861

37,076,570

41,203,918

90%

45,944,154

44,656,070

3,094,308

6,132,023

6,845,865

90%

7,362,162

6,088,846

Hinchinbrook Shire Council Rep- Financial Performance Statement

https://hinchinbrook.sharepoint.com/sites/CCS/Shared Documents/General/00. Council Reports/2022 Meetings/06_June 2022/03_Approved by CEO/03_FM_Finance Summary - as at 31 May 22.docx

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Remembering Kokoda 80 years on YESTERDAY, July 21, 2022, marked the 80th anniversary of the beginning of the Kokoda campaign in Papua New Guinea. The opening months of 1942 were perhaps the darkest days of the Second World War for Australia, with the seemingly unstoppable advance of Imperial Japanese forces across Asia and into the Pacific. Historians say the conditions experienced along the Kokoda Trail were among “the most desperate and vicious” endured by Australian troops in the Second World War. “The Kokoda Trail is one of the most iconic Australian campaigns of the Second World War,” Dr Karl James, Head of Military History at the Australian War Memorial, said. “Eighty years on, it is important to continue to honour those veterans still with us today and to highlight Australia’s long connections with our Pacific neighbours.” Intent on capturing Port Moresby and isolating the Australian mainland, Japanese forces landed around Gona, on Papua’s north coast, on July 21,

1942, and moved inland across the Owen Stanley Range along what would become known as the Kokoda Trail.

and mateship. Remembering Kokoda reminds us of what it means to be an Australian.”

His is just one of the 641 stories of Australians who lost their lives during the Kokoda campaign.

“The five-month Kokoda campaign would become an epic feat of endurance, requiringing hand-to-hand combat and many acts of individual bravery,” Dr James said.

The Australian War Memorial will commemorate this significant event at a Last Post Ceremony highlighting the service and sacrifice of Lance Corporal Denis Hackett of the 39th Australian Infantry Battalion, who died in Papua.

“The significance and understanding of Australia’s involvement in the Second World War evolves because of how we remember. It is crucial for Australia to remember and share this knowledge,” Dr James said.

With Papuan support, Australian troops fought vicious actions at Kokoda and Isurava. They then went on the offensive, achieving hard-fought successes at Templeton’s Crossing and Eora Crossing. They liberated Kokoda in early November. “Australia emerged from the Second World War industrialised and confident, with a sophisticated relationship with Britain, a new friendship with the United States of America, and ready to engage with Asia and the Pacific,” Dr James said. “The Second World War was the conflict that most shaped Australia during the 20th century. “Kokoda has become one of Australia’s best-known wartime campaigns. It has come to represent qualities such as courage, sacrifice

Australian and Indonesian livestock sectors work together to limit disease spread MEAT & LIVESTOCK AUSTRALIA THE Australian livestock industry will work with Indonesian feedlots to help protect their facilities from disease incursions and subsequent trade disruption via a biosecurity support project jointly funded by the Australian Government and Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA). The Australian Government recently committed an initial $500,000 grant to Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA). As part of this investment, MLA will be responsible for coordinating support from Australian industry for the Indonesian feedlot sector’s emergency response to Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) and Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD). MLA Managing Director, Jason Strong, said while FMD had been a threat to the industry for over 100 years, its recent detection in Bali reinforces how vigilant we must be. “The risk of a potential disease entering Australia is always at the forefront of our industry priorities and that is why we have some of the strictest biosecurity protocols in the world, and well-rehearsed plans to deal with them,” Mr Strong said. “Alongside stronger biosecurity measures at the border from the Federal Government, MLA will coordinate on-the-ground support to help our Indonesian counterparts to counteract this threat. This will be done through vaccination and livestock identification and traceability guidelines, as well as training and communication plans. In addition, we will support enhanced data collection and reporting systems within Indonesia.

“MLA will also develop appropriate tools, resources and strategies to empower and enable local commercial operators to understand and effectively manage disease challenges to their businesses. “Indonesia has long been an important and major red meat and livestock trade partner for Australia. The country is Australia’s largest export market for live cattle and fifth largest for boxed beef. This comprehensive biosecurity support Project will provide mutual benefits to all parts of the Indonesia-Australia value chain, including smaller livestock holdings in Indonesia.” What Australian producers can do Livestock producers are strongly encouraged to be prepared, vigilant and on the lookout. Good biosecurity practices and early detection will be essential to reduce the potential impact of LSD or FMD, should either arrive in Australia. Producers can help by: Making sure you are aware of the symptoms of LSD and FMD at the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry If you suspect LSD or FMD in your livestock, immediately calling the Emergency Animal Disease Watch Hotline on 1800 675 888 Adhering to all traceability obligations, including ensuring all documentation is correctly completed – Integrity Systems Company Reviewing your on-farm biosecurity plan

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Be at Peace SARI RUSSO NEE HYYTINEN THE Lord works through all those who believe in him, ensuring that everything works for good for those who love him. Sometimes it is hard to be at peace when you can’t see the end results of your efforts. It is for that reason that sometimes-having Faith can feel like hard work. Therefore, it is very much about having a relationship with God. For example, you probably already have a friend you have known for years, and every time you ask them for help, they always come through for you. Now when you ask them, and they say yes, you are already at peace, knowing it will get done.

Friday, July 22, 2022

Second Chances Pop-Up Op Shop Donations to Local Charities

MISSION Beach Family Church (MBFC) held a very successful “Second Chances” Pop-Up Op Shop in early July. All proceeds were donated to Mission Beach Meals on Wheels local charities and Tully Support Centre’s outreach service to Mission Beach families.

Meals on Wheels have been operating for 40 years, covering the greater Mission Beach area, including El Arish. It currently provides meals to 20 frail and disabled people, helping ensure they can continue living independently in their communities. Co-ordinator Ms Kaz Taylor and Treasurer Mr Bill Boyd were thrilled to receive a cheque for $1,000 from Mission Beach Family Church. Ms Taylor said the service currently has 40 volunteers, including a qualified Chef. While they receive some funding from the Federal Government, it is never enough to cover all the additional costs involved in operating the service. With increases in food and packaging, community support and donations are essential to their ongoing provision of meals at an affordable cost to the clients. Mr Shane Greenwood of Tully Support Centre (TSC) said the service provides a mix of office-based and in-home support for community members in the greater Mission Beach area. The $1,000 donation from MBFC will assist the valuable work provided in the area. The TSC has partnered with Australian Personal

Management to provide drop-in face-to-face access to family support staff Wednesday mornings from 9 am – 12 pm out of their office in the Cassowary Shopping Village at Wongaling Beach. This is in addition to officebased Adult Domestic and Family Violence counselling services delivered on Wednesdays and Thursdays, weekly Child Counselling and regular home-based service delivery for vulnerable families. Community members do need an appointment to see the family support worker on Wednesday mornings. The worker is available to answer your questions, provide advice about services and referrals, and book in-home appointments and further support. Mission Beach Family Church will operate another “Second Chances” Pop-up Op Shop on September 1, 2 and 3. Donations of any good quality items such as clothing, toys, kitchenware, jewellery, shoes, books, CDs & DVDs, pictures, general household items or small furniture items would be appreciated. Donations can ONLY be brought to the church at 2-3 Banyan Plaza, Stephens St, North Mission on Wednesday afternoons between 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm commencing July 27. Please do not place items at the church outside these times.

It is the same for God; through knowing him and seeing him come through for you time and time again, all you must do is ask him, and you know that the best is yet to come. ‘Do not be anxious about anything but in every situation by prayer and petition with thanksgiving present your request to God and the peace of God which transcends all understand, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.’ Philippians 4: 6-7

Ms Kaz Taylor and Mr Bill Boyd, Mission Beach Meals on Wheels; with Marianne Scott and Elizabeth Jones, Mission Beach Family Church.

Mr Shane Greenwood, Manager Tully Support Centre; with Marianne Scott, Elizabeth Jones and Sue Magarey, Mission Beach Family Church.

Prioritisation of permanent visa processing welcome step in addressing nursing workforce crisis AUSTRALIAN COLLEGE OF NURSING THE Australian College of Nursing (ACN) welcomes the announcement today by Federal Home Affairs Minister Clare O’Neil highlighting the processing of almost 60,000 permanent visa applications will be prioritised to help fill worker shortages in areas of need such as nursing, health and aged care. “I welcome today’s comments from Minister O’Neil outlining the Federal Government are committed to ensuring targeted migration of nurses from overseas is a central pillar of our strategy to tackle the workforce crisis facing the nursing profession,” ACN CEO Adjunct Professor Kylie Ward FACN said. “I have long advocated the importance of skilled migration as one solution to addressing nursing shortages we are seeing across all settings we deliver care including primary care, hospitals and EDs, aged care and mental health. As I said in the aftermath of the Federal Election, skilled migration as part of a suite of strategies is critical to ensuring the Government’s commitment of a registered nurse in residential aged care

facilities 24/7 is met. “We are seeing health and aged care systems that are in crisis as nurses and health professionals bravely lead their

communities through a third winter of fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. Urgent support measures, like those announced today, are essential to all Australians

receiving high-quality nursing care for generations to come. Adjunct Professor Ward cautioned the government regarding the importance of providing support for those who will move to Australia on a permanent basis to pursue a nursing career and stated this will be imperative for long term success. “Any nurse who wishes to make our beautiful nation their home should be welcomed with open arms,” she said. “However, the process is long, complex and difficult to navigate. The Government must ensure any nurses wishing to permanently move here are supported through all aspects of their journey, from completing the necessary education requirements to becoming a valued member of their local community and everywhere in-between. “As I have constantly stated during the last few months, ACN stands willing to work with any jurisdiction to spearhead an international recruitment campaign to bring more nurses to our shores.” “If we don’t welcome these nurses, another country will.”

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Innisfail branch has raised just over $8,500 for cancer MARIA GIRGENTI

Chicken Schnitty

Serves: 2 Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 10-12 minutes 1 serve per portion Ingredients ½ bunch flat leaf parsley, chopped Zest of one lemon 2 tablespoons parmesan, finely grated ½ cup breadcrumbs, multigrain or sourdough 1 egg, lightly beaten ½ cup wholemeal flour Ground black pepper, to taste 1 chicken breast (approx. 300 grams) 1 teaspoon olive oil Lemon to serve 2 cups of garden salad or 1 cup of steamed veggies Method PREHEAT oven to 180°C and line a tray with baking paper. CUT chicken breast in half and place between baking paper or glad wrap. Pound each piece flat (to about half a cm thick) with a rolling pin or meat tenderiser. ADD parsley, lemon zest, parmesan and breadcrumbs to a bowl. Combine well. ADD beaten egg to another bowl. PLACE flour on a flat plate then grind pepper over and stir to combine. ROLL each flattened chicken breast half in flour then dip in egg mixture. Allow chicken to drain slightly, then roll in the breadcrumb mixture. Place on prepared baking tray. DRIZZLE the chicken lightly with olive oil. BAKE in oven for 5-6 minutes then flip chicken and continue baking until cooked through (about 5-6 minutes more). SERVE the chicken with a lemon wedge and a garden salad or steamed vegetables on the side. Recipe courtesy of Suzie van Laarhoven, Country Kitchens team

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/.

OVER 170 people enjoyed scrumptious fare at Australia's Biggest Morning Tea event at Warrina Lakes in May, which raised just over $8,500 for Cancer Council Queensland. The guest speaker was Claire Hope, Administration, Community Engagement North from Cancer Council Queensland in Cairns, who spoke about the vital services and work the community-based organisation does. Innisfail Philoptohos Ladies presented a $500 donation to the cause. Part of the proceeds were raised from their sell-out Greek sweets and fried halloumi stall at this year's Innisfail Feast of the Senses. Those in attendance enjoyed a fun and relaxing morning, which included live music by Phil Houston, AKA The Lazy Tradie and the chance to win stacks of lucky door prizes, cent sales, raffle prizes, bid on an auction, as well as buy fresh local produce, orchids and handmade craft items. The Innisfail Cancer Council branch was especially appreciative to everyone who attended the event and their extreme generosity, along with all the volunteers who sold raffle tickets uptown. Around 30,000 Queenslanders will receive a cancer diagnosis in 2022, one person every 20 minutes. Around 1,739 people in the Far North Queensland region receive a cancer diagnosis every year. The most common cancers are prostate, melanoma, female breast, bowel, and lung. Cancer Council Queensland is committed to supporting those

Four of the Innisfail Philoptohos Ladies who presented a $500 donation with Lydia Massa (second from right) and Claire Hope (far right). diagnosed and living with cancer. Free support and services are available to cancer patients on the Cassowary Coast, including accommodation and bus service to and from Marylyn Mayo Lodge in Cairns, access to turban and wigs, telephone/face-to-face counselling and a psychologist. Information and support are available Monday to Friday from 9.00 am - 5.00 pm by phoning 13 11 20, a free and confidential service. Australia's Biggest Morning Tea is celebrating 30 years in 2022. Every dollar raised helps the Cancer Council fund research, support services, prevention programs and advocacy. In 2021, Cancer Council Queensland invested $7.8 million into cancer research projects. Last

year,

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provided people from Far North Queensland with a total of 3,835 nights of accommodation. A total of $12,414 in financial assistance supported 61 patients, with 37,125 kms driven by volunteers, as part of the transport to treatment service. The cancer counselling service provided psychological and emotional support to more than 750 Queenslanders affected by cancer, with 72 wigs and turbans distributed to cancer patients throughout Queensland experiencing hair loss. Cancer Council Queensland also conducts research directed at understanding how to prevent cancer, ways to diagnose cancer earlier, how to assist patients in achieving the optimum quality of life after a cancer diagnosis and the best ways to support cancer patients and their families.

Claire Hope from Cancer Council Queensland, Cairns with volunteers of the Innisfail Cancer Council branch.

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Cassowary Coast Northern schools - Prep photos

Teacher aides Tammy Speziali and Alison Green with Silkwood State School Prep - Year 3 students. Absent:Teacher Lynette McLeish and students Nate and Kyah.

Prep - Year 2 teacher Jessica Rynne and Mundoo State School Prep students.

St Rita's School, South Johnstone students move forward with learning in 2022 MARIA GIRGENTI ST RITA'S School, South Johnstone, started 2022 with 68 students, welcomed 14 Preps and packed in loads of learning during the first two terms. The school welcomed new teaching

staff Kath Kennedy (Year 5/6), Lilly-Rose Murphy (Prep), Louise Ravenscroft (School Learning Officer), Yoa Diaz Rivera (School Learning Officer), Karen Yaroseray (Indigenous Liaison Officer) and Jan Gallagher (Leader of Learning and Teaching/Diversity).

This year's core focus area is mathematics and a continued emphasis on reading and writing. Principal Greg Hoare who has been at the school for five years, said this year, St Rita's continues to offer the STEM +1 After School Club for Prep to Year 6 students, run by Alicia Magnanini from Monday to Thursday from 3.00 pm - 5.00 pm. The St Rita's Way document outlines the five core values, which are Community (together we can achieve more), Faith (trust in God and God's creation), Learning (striving to be a lifelong learner), Justice (being fair) and Respect (care and concern for self, others and property). 2022 school leaders: Abbey Leonardi and Brendan Wollschlager (school captains) Rachel Mann and Ben Kingston (Fitzgerald sports captains) Ernest Walpole (Palmerston sports captain). Ashleen Boora and Lochlan Lansdown (Mini Vinnies Co-Presidents)

Louise Ravenscroft (SLO),Year 5/6 teacher Kath Kennedy, Jan Gallagher and Principal Greg Hoare with St Rita’s School, South Johnstone leadership students.

St Rita's new P&F Association committee is Loretta Slingo (President), Lisa Grima (Vice-President) and Daniella Stephenson (Secretary), who hold monthly meetings.

FRIDAY JULY 29, 2022 9AM -5PM MAREEBA TURF CLUB

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Students have access to counsellor Stefanie Brookes, who visits the school two days per week and Parish Priest Fr Kerry Crowley. In 2022, refurbishments at St Rita's completed so far include enclosing and air-conditioning the small hall, with an upgrade of the school's frontage in progress. St Rita's Scallywags Playgroup, opposite the school in Green Street, runs every Tuesday morning from 9.00 am - 11.00 am. During Term 1, students participated in a Crazy Hair Day Appeal raising funds for flood victims, St Patrick's Day Green Free Dress Day, Mini Roos soccer program, soccer gala day, inter-house cross country (won by Fitzgerald), Easter Liturgy and hat parade, whilst students and families attended a Pizza and Movie/Trivia night to welcome new families. In Term 2, students participated in ANZAC Day, Mother's Day Morning Tea, Innisfail Young Performers Competition and inter-house sports carnival, whilst Year 3 - 5 students underwent NAPLAN testing. An Under 8s Day will take place at the school on Tuesday, August 2, from 9.00 am - 11.30 am, featuring loads of fun activities, including a free sausage sizzle, fruit and cake with bookings essential. Enrolments from Prep to Year 6 are still open, and for further information, please contact the school office.

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Herbert River Farmers League Presentation Dinner MAURICE FILEI CHAIRMAN

LAST Saturday evening, July 9, the Herbert River Farmers’ League hosted their Annual Bursary presentation and dinner at the Royal Hotel in Ingham. This year there were two very worthy recipients. On this occasion, they were both from Gilroy Santa Maria College. Miss Britany Romano, accompanied by her parents, Steve and Glenys Romano, and Mr Joshua Milani, accompanied by his parents, Bruce and Tracey Milani. Britany is enrolled in the Faculty of Dentistry at JCU, Cairns Campus. In contrast, Joshua is enrolled in the Sports and Exercise Science Faculty at JCU, Townsville Campus. Following dinner, both Britany and Joshua gave a dissertation on their new lives as University students, visiting such topics as the course under which they currently study, their life away from family and home, their unsupervised life as a Student, living in University accommodation, their sporting interests etc. Both speakers were well received. The Herbert River Farmers League has invested $345,000.00 in the education of youth from the Herbert Valley. To date, the League has

assisted 112 Students from the Hinchinbrook Shire to further their Tertiary education. During the evening, mention was made of the 34 years that Mr Joe Devietti has dedicated to League business, as Secretary/ Treasurer of the League, now in its 125th of operation, starting in 1897 as one of the original Planters’ Clubs, the forerunner of the Sugar Industry as we know it today and the last in existence. Mr Devietti has not resigned from League business but has

relinquished his position as Secretary / Treasurer. His position has now been filled by Mr Ian Carr, whose forbears were original members of the Herbert River Farmers’ League. The remainder of the evening was enjoyed in conversation with League members, the two bursary winners and their parents.

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The League invites finalyear secondary school students contemplating a University Course in 2023 to apply for a Scholarship through their respective schools.

Farmers League Bursary winners Joshua Milani, Sports and Exercise Science Faculty, JCU,Townsville Campus and Britney Romano, Faculty of Dentistry, JCU Campus, Cairns.

Council brings waste services back in-house AT Council’s General Meeting held on Tuesday, June 28, 2022, Council resolved to cease outsourcing the management of the Halifax Resource Recovery Centre, and commence management of the service in-house. Council has outsourced management of the Halifax Resource Recovery Centre to NQ Employment Services since 2016. As a result, the Halifax Resource Recovery Centre will be staffed and managed by Council employees commencing on Saturday, October 1, 2022. Mayor Ramon Jayo took the opportunity to thank NQ Employment Services for their services to the community over the past six years. “Council was pleased with the manner in which NQ Employment Services managed the facility throughout, but rising costs associated with waste

Sunday August 14

management overall, particularly implementation of the new state waste strategy and circular economy principles have forced Council to closely examine all avenues of cost minimisation and saving”. “Modelling presented by staff indicated that resourcing operations internally in conjunction with operations at Warrens Hill Landfill and Resource Recovery Centre would promote better efficiency and flexibility through scale and complementary service,” said Mayor Jayo. Council is not contemplating any changes to current operations of the site, including existing days and hours of operations as well as services provided. To view the full report presented to Council or the Unconfirmed Meeting Minutes, please visit Council’s website, Meetings and Minutes page.

A record 13 breeds will be on display during the 4th annual Tablelands Better Beef Open Day when 14 studs simultaneously open their gates to commercial breeders on Sunday August 14, 2022. Better your beef breeding by seeing first-hand the best seedstock operations on the Atherton Tablelands.

DETAILS: PRESIDENT NICK TROMPF 0412 786 719 Tableland Better Beef Open Day

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Fuel -car ban decision suggests ACT Govt high on ideology (or the ‘other stuff’) KENNEDY MP, Bob Katter, has labelled the ACT Government’s decision to ban all petrol cars from 2035 as ‘moronic’, arguing they are setting people up for ruin by imposing upon them a lifestyle that the masses cannot afford.

keeps climbing to points that no one will be able to meet, is simply moronic.

He said, “People advocating intermittent power and imposing cost structures when the cost of living just

“Spruiking the latest ideological fashion statement seems to be the only thing this mob are any good at.”

“The people heading up Canberra’s decisions must be feeling the effects of their legalised cannabis scheme – their brains have gone to pot.

Mr Katter said that while a solid argument is made for an Australian-made electric vehicle industry, its thrust comes with the tens of thousands of government vehicles in metropolitan areas. The New South Wales Government owns or leases over 25,000 alone. Despite this, Mr Katter said the Federal Government had a chance to switch to electric but opted for foreign-made BMW’s and Toyota hybrids opposed to EVs in 2020 when it upgraded its fleet of Comcars. “We tried to convince the Government to switch to Australian manufactured Holdens to keep that industry going but they fast-tracked that industry to its death. “We now, as part of our Sovereign Fuel Security and Emissions Reduction Bill, ask for all metropolitan-based government vehicles be Australian made, in majority-Australian-owned factories. Our electric buses are already being built in Australia so there is no reason we can’t do the same for government cars. “But there is daylight between switching a government vehicle contract to an EV and forcing an unaffordable car onto the general public. Massive

daylight, and the people should and will resist.” Member for Hinchinbrook, Nick Dametto said the policy was just another Labor brain fart to appease the Greens movement in the Canberra bubble. “Those loonies in Canberra must be off their heads if they’re thinking banning internal combustion engine vehicles is a good idea, I suggest those ACT bureaucrats come spend some time in the regions, ” Mr Dametto said. “An electric vehicle of today’s standard may suffice running around the ACT, but the vastness of Australia will require the necessity of internal combustion engines for years to come. Unless we see significant advancements in electric vehicle towing capacity and range, after 2035 I don’t think many gray nomads from Canberra will be straying too far from the border, let alone towing a caravan around Australia. “What we’re likely to see is a number of Canberra residents buying and registering their new cars outside of the ACT, this policy is lunacy and a missed opportunity. “Labor is happy to grandstand and beat their chests by mandating the uptake of EV’s, but when it comes to their buddies in the Queensland Labor Government, they fail to mandate a minimum floor for ethanol in today’s fuel, denying Australia a whole new industry, while cutting emissions sensibly.”

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4 2 2 Perched on one of the highest points in Innisfail, only 1 km from the CBD, this historic home with its mountain views and tropical breezes is perfect for either the larger family, or as a rental property. With two completely separate living spaces, there is potential to have your own home and an income under the same roof. Arrange to inspect this unique property today. $399,000 List # 1533 https://aarealty.net/property/1533/

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I am holding a number of client files and documents which I will deliver as soon as possible at my office at a pre-arranged time to the respective individual client. For this purpose, I propose to phone individual clients or, alternatively, individual clients may contact me earlier by phone or email if necessary. My phone number and email address are as under. THANK YOU JOHN M. SCOTT Solicitor 36 Lannercost Street INGHAM Q 4850 Phone: 0407 174 923 Email: jmslegal@bigpond.net.au

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The family of MARIO RACCANELLO would like to express our sincerest appreciation for everyone's condolences as we mourn his loss. The shared memories from all of you, along with the many gestures of kindness and support mean a great deal to us. Our gratitude is extended to the emergency services and police at the time of his accident, Guilfoyle Funeral Services, Marion Reid, Silkwood & Atherton Gun Clubs. ‘He interacted with many and was one of a kind, For he lived a life definitely well before his time’ Franca, Jared, Jordan, Amaya, Gina & Cliff

FUNERAL NOTICES FUNERAL NOTICE KETO, Asko

Aged 84 years. Late of Tully Loved brother of Aila and Lauri. Loved brother-in-law of Liisa and Keith. Loved uncle of Lea, Ingrid, Heidi, Tuula and Matthew. All relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Asko’s life commencing at 10.30 a.m. Monday 1st August 2022 at Tully Country Club, Pratt Street. Tully. To be privately cremated. The service will be live streamed via our website blacksfunerals.com.au/tribute-centre

MEMORIAL SERVICE TAYLOR, Robert William (Robbie) Aged 63 years, Late of Townsville. Formerly of Tully

Loved Father of Jessica, Michael, Jayson, Blake and Conor. Cherished Poppy of Heidi. Loved son of Dudley and Joan (both dec.). Brother of Doug, Ken (both dec) and Don. All relatives, friends and past and present work colleagues of CCRC are respectfully invited to attend a Memorial Service for Robbie, commencing at 1.00p.m., Monday 25th July, 2022 at the Tully Country Club, Pratt Street, Tully.

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Aged 59 years. Late of Jumbun

DEATH NOTICE COIS, Remo Giacomo

Loving partner of Vivian. Loved Mother of William, Claude, Patrick, Patricia (dec) and their partners. Loving Grandmother, Sister, Aunty, and Great Aunty. All relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a Funeral Service for Elizabeth commencing at 12 noon, Friday, 29th July, 2022 at the Jumbun Community Hall. Followed by interment in the Jumbun Cemetery. Members of the Australian Funeral Directors Assoc.

Aged 85 years. Late of Cardwell Passed away peacefully at home Tuesday,19th July, 2022 In keeping with Remo’s wishes to be privately cremated A Memorial Service will be held at a later date

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11am, Sun, Bruce Highway,

Life Church,

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Road, Ingham Churches of Christ Care Rockingham Home Aged Care Service,

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SUDOKU No. 256 M C A N A N N E G R U S P E D R A C H E

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Ingham

Cassowary Coast

Babinda Mother of Good Counsel, 6:30pm Sat Vigil, 9am, Sun, 90 Rankin St, Innisfail Our Lady of Fatima, 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,

Uniting Churchs: Innisfail, 10.30am, Sun, 8 Scullen Ave, Mighell, Innisfail Mission Beach, 8am, Sun, 2224 Tully-Mission Beach Rd, Mission Beach, Tully Tongan Uniting, 9am, Sun, 16 Mcquillan st,Tully, Ingham District Uniting Churches: Ingham, 10am, Sun 16 Herbert St, Ingham Halifax, 8am, Sun 12 Anderssen St,

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Christ the King,

Blue Haven Lodge,

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

Ingham, 11am

Harbour Road, Mourilyan

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Holy Spirit, Mission Beach 7am Sun, 12 Webb Rd, Wongaling Beach St Clare of Montefalco

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

Uniting Churches

7am, Sun, 15 Church St,

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

9am Fri, 3rd Fri of month,

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Cardwell Sugar Reef Baptist

40 Jamieson St, Cardwell

Catholic Churches

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Street, Tully

6pm, Sun, Unit 3, 2-4 Stephens Street, Mission Beach

Effectively

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Cardwell Baptist Church,

Innisfail Estate 6:30pm, Sun, Ladies Church

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

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Cardwell

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9am, Sun, 2 Watkins St, Tully 9:30am Sun, Shire Hall,

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Church, 6pm Vigil Mass, Sat 9am, Sun, 13 Mars St, Tully Our Lady Star of the Sea, 5pm Sun (except 1st Sunday), 121 Victoria St, Cardwell Ingham Region Catholic

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

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

Anglican Churches St Albans Anglican

Parishes:

Church,

St Patrick’s, 8:30am,

9am, Sun, 83 Rankin Street,

Sunday, 18 Abbott Street, Ingham St Peter’s, 7am, Sunday, 10 Scott Street, Halifax, Canossa Chapel, 10am,

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

Sunday, St Teresa’s College /

Pioneer Memorial

3819 Abergowrie Rd

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St Teresa’s, Trebonne, 10am

Cardwell St John Anglican Church,

Seventh Day Adventist

3pm, 3rd Sun of month, Motel

Seventh Day Adventist

Chapel, Kurrimine Beach

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

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

Sat 9:30am Sabbath School,

7:30am, Sun, 10 Four Mile

Sat 11am, 1 Edward St, Tully

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Correct chemical control for greyback canegrubs made easier with SRA’s how-to guide THE Greyback canegrub is the most damaging pest of Australian sugarcane. Native to Australia, the larvae, or grubs, damage the crop through their feeding action on cane roots. While the uncontrollable climate and natural enemies will affect the canegrub abundance and damage levels in a paddock, chemical control can be used to limit their impact. Sugar Research Australia’s Entomology Leader, Dr Kevin Powell, says while products are available to do this, they are only effective if used properly. “It is important that growers follow their Grubplan and only apply chemical control where blocks are at risk to maximise this control option,” said Dr Powell. Imidacloprid is a neonicotinoid insecticide, and neonicotinoids are currently under review by the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA). “When grub control is necessary, imidacloprid is one of your best strategies. It is essential to use it correctly both from an efficacy and an environmental perspective. “We work closely with growers and regularly see imidacloprid placement that, had we not stepped in, would have resulted in poor grub control that can also result in economic and environmental losses,” Dr

Powell said. This has led SRA to develop an easy-to-follow guide in partnership with Nufarm to ensure imidacloprid products are applied at the correct time, rate, depth and width.

The project is a hands-on initiative that supports cane growers in the catchment by addressing productivity constraints and accessing opportunities and incentives for the long-term sustainability of the sugar industry.

The guide ‘Optimum Application of Imidacloprid for Greyback Canegrub Management’ was launched this week (Tuesday 12 July) at a workshop for cane growers in the Murray Catchment as part of the Mobilising the Murray project. Tully Canegrowers Chairman Bryce Macdonald welcomed over 30 participants to the workshop, reinforcing the message that protecting your crop was vital. “It’s no good growing a good crop if you can’t protect it properly,” said Mr Macdonald. “We need all the tools we can get to do that, along with the latest science. But it is critical that when we use chemicals we understand how to use them properly. This document clearly shows the correct way to do that for greyback canegrubs.”

SRA District Manager – Far North, Gavin Rodman, Canegrowers Tully Chairman, Bryce MacDonald, SRA Weed Specialist Emilie Funders: Fillols and SRA Entomology Leader Dr Kevin The workshop was held as part of the Mobilising the Powell at a Mobilising The Murray Canegrub Murray project funded by the Australian Government’s workshop in Murray Rural Fire Shed, Murray Upper (Tuesday 12 July). Reef Trust.

Feral Pigs Prove to Be Greatest FMD Risk: KAP KATTER’S Australian Party MPs are calling on the Palaszczuk Labor Government to immediately abandon its plans to ban a popular poison used on feral pig populations after a Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) scare in Victoria on Wednesday. Based on “animal welfare” grounds, the State Labor Government has signalled its intention to outlaw the use of yellow phosphorus– referred to as CSSP – in its Animal Care and Protection Amendment Bill 2022. The Bill could come before the Parliament as soon as mid-August, meaning CSSP could be taken out of the State’s the feral pig-fighting repertoire within weeks. FMD fragments were on Wednesday detected in meat brought into Melbourne from overseas. A leading veterinarian told the ABC the biosecurity breach would only pose a risk to Australia's agriculture sector if the infected meat was consumed by animals, and the most likely culprit

would be pigs which "eat anything". All the more reason to be doing more to eradicate the nation’s feral pig population, not less, KAP Leader and Traeger MP Robbie Katter has said. “Given the events of Wednesday where illegally imported meat products were found to contain FMD in Melbourne, the risk of this disease spreading to live animal populations has never been greater,” he said. “All it would take is for infected meat to be innocently put in a farm compost bin or people have a barbecue in the bush and leave meat scraps and which are then consumed by pigs; that could lead to an outbreak.”

Tonnes Crushed

Cane 86,605

“We are calling on the Government to place an at least two-year delay on the plans it has to ban CSSP in Queensland,” he said.

"The steps needed beyond abandoning the CSSP ban are to give feral pig hunters permits to access National Parks and State Forests,

introduce a bounty program, give farmers to access grants to combat feral pigs, and provide more funds to ariel shooting." Mr Knuth said that it was estimated that 8.25 per cent of Queensland was designed national parks, or about 14.2 million hectares. He said a massive number of feral pigs use these State-protected areas for breeding before entering private land where they destroy millions of dollars’ worth of agriculture as well as waterways and native flora and fauna each year. "The risk of them spreading FMD is huge, which is why we keep calling on the Government to back recreational pig hunters and aerial shooting,” Mr Knuth said. "An Australian Pork report revealed that every year you have to cull 70 per cent of the feral pig population to stop figures from increasing, so why can't the Government see the risk they pose?"

HERBERT REGION CRUSHING STATISTICS FOR WEEK 5 ENDED END ED 16/7/2022

SOUTH JOHNSTONE MILL CRUSHING STATISTICS FOR WEEK 5 ENDED ENDED 17/7/2022

Week

2022 to date

2022 to date Tonnes Crushed

6.9T

8.5T

Percentage Crushed

11.43

11.20

C.C.S.

Crop estimate for season

4,600,000

Crop estimate for season

1,480,000

BALANCE CRUSH

4,025,385

BALANCE CRUSH

1,359,298

Tonnes Cane 723 Crushed per hour

682

Average bin weight

C.C.S.

11.97

C.C.S.

Crop estimate for season

2,900,000

BALANCE CRUSH

2,303,729

Cane 114,924

Cane 65,050

2022 to date

574,615

Tonnes Crushed

KAP Hill MP Shane Knuth said the outbreak of FMD in Bali and Indonesia was a wake-up call to State and Federal Governments, both of which had procrastinated on taking action on feral pigs.

Mr Katter said Queensland was already failing to control its feral pig population, and now was not the time to reduce the number of tools available to manage the issue.

596,271

12.39

“Should this disease find its way into Australia, it is very likely pigs with be amongst greatest vectors so there has never been a more pertinent time to get on top of our feral pig problem.”

"Pigs carry, spread and transfer many diseases, including noxious weed; with the pig population reaching up to 25 million in Australia, the concern is that this would accelerate the spread of FMD causing devastation to our beef and dairy industries,” he said.

TULLY SUGAR CRUSHING STATISTICS FOR WEEK 7 ENDED 15/7/22 Week

“As a tool in the fight against feral pests, it is a necessary evil at this point given the threat posed to our entire country by FMD.

185,752 12.6%

11.27

10.92

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Friday, July 22, 2022

Golf News Tropical Coast District Veteran Golfers AN enjoyable two days of golf was played in Cardwell. The course was in great condition. Many thanks to the Cardwell organisers and ground staff for a pleasant two days of golf. (Full results can be found on the Cardwell Golf Club website) Overall Results Tropical Coast Veterans Championships in Cardwell, July 12-13: Winner - Score Men A Grade Gross 1st Allan Cockburn (Ingham) 160 A Grade Gross 2nd Jonno Dean (Cardwell) 162 B Grade Gross 1st Alan Chellingworth (Cardwell) 176 B Grade Gross 2nd Brian Scanlon (Ingham) 178 C Grade Gross 1st Phil Wyatt (Cardwell) 197 C Grade Gross 2nd Geoff Gianotti (Ingham) 200 Overall Nett 1st Alan Chellingworth (Cardwell) 140 Women A Grade Gross 1st Julie Reed (Ingham) 175 A Grade Gross 2nd Kass Marshall (Cardwell) 189 (C/B) B Grade Gross 1st Hipas Donald (El Arish) 203 B Grade Gross 2nd Edna Atkinson 207 Overall Nett 1st Julie Reed (Ingham) 141 The next game is our visit to Rowes Bay (Tuesday, July 26).

Ingham Golf UPCOMING Events July 23 – Single Stableford July 24 – July Monthly Medal July 27 – Women’s Monthly Medal July 30 – Single Stableford July 31 – Single Stroke August 6 – To be confirmed. August 7 – Single Stableford August 13 - Single Stroke August 14 Players Championship Rnd 4 Results Saturday (July 16) Winner: Russel Shand (36 points) R/Up: Gary Cantoni (35 points) Rundown: Ian Swarbrick (34 points) Women’s Competition Last week (July 12/13),

several of our women golfers played in the 2022 Cardwell Tropical Vets Championships. Congratulations following players Cardwell results:

to for

the their

Day 1Bobbie Marriott – Longest Drive (4/13) Day 2 Julie Reed – Ladies Nett 1st (69) Kim Moore – NTP B Grade – 3rd shot 4/13 Overall Julie Reed – A Grade Gross 1st (175) A Grade Nett 1st (141) Our next game in Ingham is our postponed Monthly Medal on July 27.

El Arish Golf THE weather was good for our three competitions last week. However, Saturday’s weather tested our endurance, with some inclement weather setting in after nine holes, forcing several players to retire!! Last Tuesday, 12/7, a Stableford event was played with the following results: Winner: Paul Marland 37 with R/Up on a c/back to Scott Welsh 35 [we think the axe may fall very soon on Scott’s h’cap] NTP Men’s #2/11 taken by Graham Roberts. NTP Ladies #5/14 Marie Pavan. Approach All-In #8/17 Steve Acherson. The shot of the day goes to Peter Newlands with a hole-inone on #5/14. What a ‘welcome back’ effort for Peter, who returned with Steve after two yrs away from their usual break up here. Sporters 14/7 played the 2nd 9 S’ford/results: Winner: Walter Miller 20 - R/Up on a c/back: Frank Tomasino, with Geoff Grainger 3rd, both on 19. Bruce Salter took the least Putts with 11. NTP’s: #11 and #13 Paul Marland - Graham Roberts took #12 and the Approach on #16, with Gavin Camilleri taking the Approach on #18. We thanked the Kurrimine Beach Holiday Park for their sponsorship last Thursday. Saturday 16/7, we played a S’ford very generously sponsored by Bendigo Bank. Only the ‘diehards’ battled on due to rain - results: Men’s Winner: Dave Rogers 37 –

Ladies Winner: Marie Pavan 31. Men’s R/Up [on a c/back] Gavin Camilleri 36 – Ladies R/Up: Kelly Cavallaro 30. Men’s 3rd: Scott Welsh 36 – Ladies’ 3rd: Hipas Donald 23.NTP’S: Men’s #2/11 Dave Rogers #6/15 Gavin Camilleri. Ladies: #4/13 and #5/14 were both taken by Marie Pavan. All winners were personally thanked the manager of Bendigo Bank/Mission Beach for their sponsorship on Saturday. This Weekend [July 23/24] our course is closed due to the Teitzel’s IGA El Arish Open being held!!

Innisfail Golf THE grounds crew has done a fantastic job, and the course looks incredible. If you can lend a hand for an hour or two on the course, give Jake Cockle or Andrew Rose a call, and they will point you in the right direction. 2022/23 Memberships: A quick reminder that memberships for the 2022/2023 golfing season are due, with all monies paid to members’ accounts. IGC Rules & Etiquette This week’s Quiz During the Monthly Medal, Caine takes a swing from the first tee and misses the ball completely. He pushes his tee farther into the ground and plays. What is the ruling? A - There is no penalty B - Caine receives one penalty stroke C - Caine receives two penalty strokes It was show time for John Lombardi in Wednesday’s All Sporters 9-hole competition on July 6, with a great round from the shortened course. Results 1st: John Lombardi 21pts 2nd: Colin Bidgood 20pts c/b 3rd: John Slater 20pts NTP - Colin Bidgood The Show Holiday on July 8 brought on the best with four players tied on 19 points in Friday Sporters 9-hole competition. Results 1st: Vaughan Smith 19pts c/b 2nd: Marc Di Carlo 19pts c/b 3rd: Paul Tattam 19pts c/b NTP - Debra Smith Some golfers would say that the course was still a tad soft under foot but was playing easy. A field of 34 players headed out and tried their best to get the win in the Custom

Wet Tropic Times Build Constructions Stableford on Saturday, July 9. The morning groups put the pressure on, with Jim Ferguson shooting a great round of 39 points. Johnny McCarthy, unfazed, decided to have a go and went one shot better with 40 points and the clubhouse lead. It was a race to the finish with Marc Di Carlo and James Scullen playing great rounds but falling one shot short with 39 points. Results 1st: John McCarthy 40pts 2nd: James Scullen 39pts c/b 3rd: Jim Ferguson 39pts c/b NTPs 1/10 - John McCarthy 4/13 - Trent Baptiste 7/16 - Marty Costello 2/11 - Vaughan Smith 5/14 - Luke Peters 8/17 - E Nest 3/12 - Peter Stenzel 6/15 - Vaughan Smith/Addi Butorac 9/18 - Des Hensler Over the next few Sundays, junior golfers will be playing in preparation for the Innisfail Junior Open next month. The club has been successful in securing funding of $100,000 in Round 113 of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund Grant. These funds will go towards upgrading the male toilet/ shower, installing a Unisex disability toilet, indoor golf training facility, exterior clubhouse repairs and painting and renovation of the junior room. A huge thank you to grant writing extraordinaire Craig Alman for all his efforts in preparing the application and lodging it with the GCBF. Nominations are now open for Innisfail Golf’s Club Junior Open on Sunday, August 21. Boys and Girls divisions include 18-hole, 13-hole, 9-hole Novice (Full), 9-hole Modified, 6-hole Modified, and three-hole Modified junior golfers. This event is a Junior Golf Queensland District Points Challenge and FNQ Junior Golfer of the Year points round. Entry fees for each division are 18-hole AGU ($22), 13-hole ($20), 9-hole Novice ($17), 9-hole Modified ($14), 6-hole Modified ($12) and 3-hole Modified ($10) and includes lunch with payments taken on the day. Please visit the Innisfail Golf Club Facebook page to keep up with golf around the region. Upcoming Events Wednesday All Sporters competition - from 12.00 pm and 3.00 pm groups of 4 permitted Friday Sporters competition

- from 12.00 pm and 2.00 pm online bookings Saturday competition - from 7.30 am and 12.00 pm - online bookings July 23 Stableford

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July 24 - Junior Golf July 30 - Hoad Business Development Stableford July 31 - Junior Golf

John McCarthy won the Custom Build Constructions Stableford on July 9.

John Lombardi won Wednesday’s Sporters competition on July 6.

Vaughan Smith won Friday Sporters competition on July 8.

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Tully Golf SATURDAY, Results:

July

16,

Competition

It was a 3-club challenge, and a challenge it was! The rain arrived and hung around most of the afternoon, but we all fought on. This was a day for Earlybirds. Two of the placegetters finished up by 11 am.

Bowls News Babinda Bowls SOCIAL bowls on Thursday, winners were Brandon Smith & Ron Omodei, runner-up Paul & George. Social bowls on Sunday, winners were Graham, Allan & George, runnerup Joan, Ken & Rhys. Names in by 1 for 1.30 pm start for Social bowls on Thursday and Sunday. Saturday, we host the final of the Division 3 Pennants between Innisfail & Edge Hill, commencing at 1 pm. Also, the final of the Open Pairs between Gavin Omodei & Jim Azzopardi and Les Maxwell & Kevin Anderson. It should be a great spectator afternoon.

Innisfail Men’s Bowls LAST Thursday drew 24 to the green for a social afternoon of bowls with Sergio Dalla Pozza, Peter Ryan and Peter Broccardo declared the winners after a countback. Visitors and new bowlers are most welcome for social bowls on Thursday and Saturday afternoons, with names to be in by 12.30 pm for a 1.15 pm start. This Saturday afternoon, Innisfail’s third division Pennants team plays Edge Hill at Babinda in the final of the northern section. Sunday afternoon is the next round of the 8-A-Side competition against South Johnstone at Silkwood Bowls Club. Players, please check the notice board for the draws of the Triples, Mixed Pairs and Consistency Singles games.

Ingham Bowls MEN’S Bowls: Results of Barefoot bowls played on July 14. The Prize winning team was Mark Girgenti & Andrew Cole 17 defeating Danny Chappell and John Piotto 10. Women’s Bowls: Angie Foti, Donna Gosney & Robyn Fascetti defeated Chris Johnson, Mylanda Cole & Luisa Di Bella 13 – 6. Friday Men’s Pairs results for July 15: J Hamlyn & T Koop defeated R Peterson & C Johnson 20 - 19 T Pallanza & T George defeated J Eddleston & R Cantatore 16 - 13 S Scott & S Richards defeated P Eddleston & A Cole 22 - 11 K Walker & I Muldowney defeated G Brierley & A Torielli 23 - 10

Friday, July 22, 2022

The day belonged to Earlybird Carlos Ferreira. Carlos is a fantastic onehanded putter. He originally hails from Portugal and hung up his successful suburban Melbourne baker’s mitts to retire amongst our tropical beauty a year or so ago. Suffering a debilitating injury to one arm in the past, Carlos had to reinvent his swing and his putting stroke entirely. His immense dedication has often led to success at Tully. Not only did he win on Saturday, but he also took out Thursday Sporters with a great score of 21. Immense congratulations, Carlos. You are an example to us all,

but being the humble man you are, you probably didn’t want to hear all this!....so the Saturday results.. 1st Carlos Ferreira 34 2nd Noel Wagner 33 3rd Tony Gray 32 4th Mike Ellicott 30 NTP’s 2/11 Betty Favier 2/11 D Smith 7/16 Sally Smith 7/16 Jim Boston Well done all on quite a gruelling wet

day!!

Mixed Social results for the 17th of July:

President Joan Mercer welcomed 30 Members and Visitors to play 2 Games of 10 ends on another lovely fine day. Team 1 Judy Hood/Joan Mercer/Des Roberts (10) v Team 2 Shane King/ Phil Johnson/Pam Goodwin (8) Team 3 Ray Downing/Rita Pezzuto/ Peter Colombini (11) v Team4 Gavin Buick/Lyn Davis/Ann Johnson(5) Team 5 John Taylor/Ursula/Donte Fitzsimmons (10) v Team 6 Leno Ceccato/Joanne Townsend /… (11) Team 7 Bev Achilles/PaulineEdwards/ Toni Buick (4)v Team 8 Ron French/Val Zamora/Rita Hudson (11) Team 9 Peter Smith/Ron Senini/ Joy Pears (5) v Team 10 Dennis Shirlaw/ Steve Davis Pam Staier (16) After Smoko Team 1 (14) v Team 4 (7). Team 2 (11) v Team 9 (10). Team 3 (14) v Team 6 (4). Team 5 (6) v Team 8 (13) Team 7 (7) v Team 10 (11) Winners, Team 8 Ron French/Val Zamora/Rita Hudson. Runner up Team 3 Ray Downing/Rita Pezzutto/Peter Colombini. Members and Visitors enjoyed socialising after the game. Club Consistency played on16th July Peter Smith 150 Robyn Brunello 141. John Taylor 150 Rita Hudson 84 Jack Attack Nominations are open for non-bowlers to have a go at bowling. Please ring Val on 0418667756 to nominate or for more information ring President Joan on 0488955390 Tully Bowls Club Members were saddened to hear that our Past President, Bar Keeper and Good Bowler John Brown, had passed away on Monday. Our Condolences to Jo and his family. RIP John.

The TFNQDLBA REEF have taken the place of Runners Up for the 2022 Women’s Northern Challenge. Congratulations Ladies.

Prize winning team was A Foti, A Torielli & J Hamlyn defeating S Scott, N Evans & P Herman 27 - 16 (21 points to 9) M Moore, D Horsley, B Martin & K Walker defeated J Holmes, M Thompson, J Craven & T Koop 27 - 16 ( 20 points to 9 ) Men’s Competition Results: A Singles... R Peterson defeated S Richards 25 - 19 A Cole defeated G Torrisi 25 - 13 F Pallanza defeated A Cole 25 - 15 The final of A Grade Singles was played between F Pallanza v R Peterson. Congratulations to Frank Pallanza on winning the A Grade Singles for 2022 defeating Russell Peterson 25 - 12 and well done Russell for making the final. Open Pairs... G Torrisi & B Wilson defeated C Johnson & T Koop 25 - 12 Barefoot Bowls will be played on Thursday’s between 6 pm - 8 pm Call 47762117 before 5:30 pm to have your name put on the board. Men’s Friday afternoon pairs will be played at 2:15 pm. Call 47762117 before 1:45 pm to nominate. Mixed Social bowls will be played on Sundays at 1:30 pm. Call 47762117 before 12:30 pm to have your name put on the board. Rosters for July 24. Bar: G Brierley Social Selector: T Koop

Tully Bowls WEDNESDAY, July 13: President Joan Mercer welcomed Members and Visitors to a great afternoon of bowls. 2.

20 Bowlers enjoyed 18 Ends of 2-4-

Shane King/Pam Goodwin 17 v Joanne Townsend/Joy pears 14. Mal Eames/Dennis Shirlaw 13 v Jeff Southen/Chris Twigg 17. John Williams/Judy Hood Michael Knight/Toni Buick 10

Robyn Brunello/Rita Hudson 13 v Gavin Buick/Bev Harrop 26. Peter Smith/Joan Mercer 9 v Ray Downing/Lyn Newland 21. Winners were John Williams/ Judy Hood, and runner-ups were Robyn Brunello/Rita Hudson. Sunday, July 17

Silkwood Bowls SILKWOOD’S social games this Sunday, July 24, have been moved forward to Saturday, July 23 1 pm signon for a 1.30 pm start. The date change is due to Silkwood hosting round 3 for an 8-a-side competition held at the club on Sunday. Sorry for any inconvenience. Silkwood had two lady bowlers and the only two bowlers from Cassowary Coast Region who travelled to Mackay to compete in this year’s Women’s Northern Challenge. Denise Charman in team TFNQDLBA REEF and Lee-ann Mayell in TFNQDLBA RAINFOREST competed against Townsville & Mackay District teams. Over three days with three games played each day with wonderful bowls played by all.

Thursday, July 14, Baida Sporters Results: Thanks again to our sponsor Baida Chickens.

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9 Hole Carlos Ferreira 21 (Great score!) 6 Hole Steve Wells 13 (C/B) Rundown Les Douglas 19 Darryl Edwards 19 Putts Kim Robertson 12

Social games consisted of John Williams and Jim Daiar defeating Ron Giveen and Graham 19 to 17. Terry Corcorah, Rod Bradley, defeat Mick de Vries, Neil, Delmo Tarditi 32 to 12. Greg Matfin, Tony Cates & Rob def Barry Green, Anna Della Bella & Kerry 24 to 23. Dennis, Dave & Cyril Large def Rex Williams, Shirley Noble & Mirella Berryman 24 to 22. Our social days are Wednesdays & Sundays with sign-in at 1 pm for a 1.30 pm start. Due to unforeseen changes which may occur with our social days due to competitions and weather we encourage you to contact the club on the number below for all enquires. NO Friday Night Barefoot bowls or BBQ. 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.

Innisfail Ladies Bowls ON Wednesday, 17 ladies took to the green for a great afternoon of bowls. Eileen Hamann, Bev Anderson, Helen Paterson and Diana O’Brien were the trophy winners with two wins and a total of 24. Maisie Smith/Sue Morrison, Ann Rule, Caterina Cook and Jan Dunn had one win and a draw with a total of 15. Pam Anderson, Dell Steve, Joan Atkinson and Marilyn Allen had a draw and one loss with a total of 14. Louise Hoskins, Lyn Stevenson, Addi Butorac and Daphne Kirkman had two losses with a total of 11. On Saturday afternoon, starting at 1.00 pm, Innisfail ladies will play Weipa ladies in a pennants game at Innisfail. Four Innisfail ladies will be involved in an 8 -a-Side against South Johnstone at Silkwood on Sunday afternoon. A reminder for Innisfail Ladies to attend a meeting next Wednesday, July 27, with a club photo at 1.00 pm. Joan Atkinson is on afternoon tea duties.

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Northern Pride snatch a win over the Seagulls in Innisfail STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARIA GIRGENTI IT was a perfect homecoming for Innisfail’s Ty Williams last Saturday at Billy Slater Oval at Callendar Park as head coach of the Northern Pride Hostplus Cup team. The Northern Pride clung on in damp and greasy conditions for a gritty 20 - 16 upset win against the fourth-placed Wynnum Manly Seagulls. Former Innisfail Leprechauns player and fullback Julian Christian scored the first of the Pride’s three tries 15 minutes into the first half. Northern Pride try scorers: Julian Christian, Ash Little and Tom McGrath. Goals: Will Partridge 3 and 1 penalty goal. There was no joy for the Pride Under 21 team, who suffered a crushing 100 - 0 defeat at the hands of the Seagulls. In Round 15, teams supported the annual Men of League Crazy Sock campaign, now in its 20th year, which helps to raise awareness of the Men of League’s National Wellbeing Program. It was back in 2014 when Innisfail last hosted a State League game, and in the same year, Ty Williams was coach of the Innisfail Leprechauns. Williams, alongside Rod Jensen, returned to play for the Innisfail Leprechauns in 2015. Both retired on a winning note after Innisfail claimed the CDRL A-grade

premiership. During his career, Williams played for North Queensland Cowboys from 2002-2010 and was captain of the Northern Pride between 2011-2013 before taking on the coaching role with the Pride in 2017. Back in Round 13, on July 2, Ty Williams reached his 100th Cup game as coach and is the 21st coach to reach 100 games. Meanwhile, in Round 14 FNQRL fixtures, Innisfail Leprechauns’ teams travelled to Smithfield Sporting Complex to clash with the Ivanhoe Knights in three grades. A triple to Pateresio Vota and Simione Taga helped steer the A-grade team to a convincing 40 - 18 victory. Ashton Galea and Daniel Mooka chipped in with one try apiece. Sterling Addo-Nona kicked 3 goals, and Daniel Mooka slotted one goal. Results - FNQRL Round 14 fixtures - July 16 - 17 A Grade Innisfail 40 def Ivanhoe Knights 18 Edmonton 30 def Southern Suburbs 24 Yarrabah 50 def Tully 30 Cairns Brothers 46 def Mareeba 14 Kangaroos 32 def Atherton 24 Bye: Mossman-Port Douglas FNQRL A-Grade Ladder - Round 14: Mossman-Port Douglas 22, Atherton 20, Cairns Brothers 20, Innisfail 20, Ivanhoe Knights 18, Kangaroos 18, Southern Suburbs 10, Yarrabah 10, Tully 8, Mareeba 6 and Edmonton -2.

Reserve Grade Ivanhoe Knights 30 def Innisfail 28 Edmonton 32 def Southern Suburbs 30 Tully 30 def Yarrabah 18 Cairns Brothers def Mareeba on forfeit (due to illness) Kangaroos def Atherton (on forfeit) Under 18s Innisfail 28 def Ivanhoe Knights 20 Edmonton 56 def Southern Suburbs 14 Tully 24 def Yarrabah 16 Cairns Brothers 44 def Mareeba 28 Kangaroos 48 def Atherton 12 In Round 15 fixtures, Innisfail Leprechauns teams return home to Callendar Park tomorrow to clash with Kangaroos in three grades, whilst the Tully Tigers’ teams have a bye.

Ash Little crashed over under the posts for the Pride’s second try in the Hostplus Cup game.

A Seagulls player and Northern Pride’s Elia Mooka contest the ball in the Under 21s match.

Julian Christian (with ball), scored the Pride’s first try in the Hostplus game against Wynnum Manly. Former Innisfail player Lata Fakalelu (with ball), proved a handful for the Seagulls defence.

Former Tully Tiger Mark Rosendale (with ball) made a strong run for the Northern Pride.

It took three Seagulls players to halt Northern Pride’s Under 21 player Henry Williams (with ball).

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GREG SHANNON WELL, it has been a week since that superb Queensland victory in the deciding state of origin. Perhaps it is fitting that such a victory came in 2022, a century after the very first Queensland victory over NSW! While the game started in Australia in 1908 and Queensland in 1909, interstate matches were played yearly except in 1916 and 17; because of WW1, Queensland didn't win a game against NSW until 1922. By 1914 the game was only really played in Brisbane, Bundaberg and Townsville, so effectively, the Qld side would be picked from a fairly narrow player base. By 1922 though, the game had been fully adopted throughout the state, and a whole batch of young players, many of whom would have been too young to go to the first world war, were now coming through the ranks. In fact, the game was fully adopted throughout the

state by 1920, but Qld lost both the 1920 and 1921 series to NSW. Still, in 1922, led by a veteran front rower from Brisbane Wests called Norm Potter, we finally won our first game over NSW 25-9 on September 23 at the Sydney cricket ground.

Friday, July 22, 2022 that only ended when the Brisbane Broncos came into existence in 1988. Some clubs who helped form the BRL are still playing in the Hostplus cup today, East Tigers, Norths and Souths Logan.

This must have been quite a surprise to the Sydney crowd, who would no doubt have expected their side to continue winning! Sound familiar? The Qld Captain, Norm Potter, was a well-known player of the time, a master tactician and a great student of the game, who ended up playing 44 times for Qld and 7 times for Australia in the 1920s. After the 1922 victory, Qld went into a golden era, hardly losing a game to NSW between 1923-26. Norm Potter would have been very well known back then, but players' achievements from this era may sadly have been largely overlooked as time has passed. 1922 was a significant year in rugby league in Queensland for other reasons, too, as it was the year that six Brisbane clubs broke away from the QRL to form their competition, the Brisbane Rugby League (BRL). The reason for this break away was the clubs wanted more autonomy in how the game was run in Brisbane. While the QRL still ran the game, the BRL became a highly successful competition. A competition

Harry Fewin, Harry Sunderland and Norm Potter 1920 Australian side

Innisfail Touch Football winter season finals MARIA GIRGENTI INNISFAIL Touch Football Association’s winter season came to a thrilling end with the grand finals played at Wangan Sports Fields last month. Even though it was a quiet season, the association did see an increase in numbers for the women’s division. A total of three finals took place on the night, with B Grade Women, A Grade Women and A Grade Men final. A-Grade Minor Premiers:

The Women’s B-Grade grand final between Retreat Beauty and Crunchers with Retreat Beauty emerging victorious. Player of the Final: Jessica Gill. The Women’s A-Grade grand final played out between Nourish Nightmares and Prime Time, with Prime Time eventually coming out on top by one point. Player of the Final: Josephine Borsato. The Men’s A Grade Grand final came down to a drop-off between Carnage and Dusty Dingoes, with Carnage, the eventual winner. Player of the Final: John Gillett received the Zac Masina Memorial Trophy. Each year, a player receives an acknowledgment for

their ongoing sportsmanship, willingness always to do their best and be respectful. Emerging Talent Recipient for 2022: Coby De Brincat. During the season, five junior players obtained their Level 1 Referee accreditation: Zoe Kukulies, Elizabeth Suchanek, Miriam Ungil, Sharni Edwards and Demi Zanoletti. The association is now looking forward to the mixed summer season, which commenced on Wednesday, July 20. Please visit the Innisfail Touch Association Facebook page for further information on fixtures and events.

A-Grade Women’s Runners Up - Nourish Nightmares.

John Gillett - A-Grade Men’s Player of the Final and winner of the Zac Masina Memorial Trophy and Deb Mortimer.

Women’s: Charming Chicks Men’s: Carnage

A-Grade Men’s Premiers - Carnage

A-Grade Women Premiers - Prime Time

Junior players who achieved their Level 1 referee badges - Miriam Ungil, Sharni Edwards, Elizabeth Suchanek, Zoe Kukulies and Demi Deb Mortimer (right) presented Coby De Zanoletti. Brincat with the Emerging Talent award.

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Local Taekwondo students win medals MARIA GIRGENTI

SIX local Taekwondo students competed and succeeded at the ATQ Far North Queensland Open hosted by Australian Taekwondo Queensland at Edmonton PCYC on Sunday, July 3. It has been ten years since a tournament took place in the Far North, which was in Townsville.

a free seminar on 'Para Taekwondo Awareness.'

Master Muhktar Kadiri, 6th Dan (also a black belt in Karate, Hapkido and Haido Gumdo) from Ghana, travelled from Victoria and presented a Poomsae referee seminar in which Master Chrys Tait, 7th Dan, took part in to refresh her referee status.

Maddy Houston, 5th Dan, an Australian Poomsae (pattern) referee, attended Tait's Family Martial Arts in Innisfail and delivered a free workshop for the students.

At the same time, Master Darryl Green 6th Dan presented a sparring seminar. All presenters continually travel the world, competing and refereeing and conducting seminars.

Janine Watson, Paralympic Bronze medal winner in Tokyo 2020, presented

A team of six students from Tait's Family Martial Arts competed on Sunday.

Local students on the mats when presented with their medals for Poomsae.

Master Chrys Tait from Innisfail attended a seminar run by Master Muhktar Kadiri, 6th Dan and international Poomsae referee.

Noe Cachia Martins, Misato Thintonnam and Jaxon Fitzgerald, proudly show their medals won in the Poomsae competition.

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In Poomsae, Oscar Van Haaren, Jaxon Fitzgerald and Noe Cachia Martins won gold in their respective divisions, whilst Misato Thintonnam won silver, and Giacomo De Faveri won bronze. Oscar Van Haaren won gold with an extremely stoic effort in the sparring competition. Jaxon Fitzgerald won gold in his division, and both players showed great perseverance and strength. Misato Thintonnam collected silver,

whilst Joaquin Avena claimed silver in the Black Belt division. Giacomo De Faveri won bronze. All the players were novices in this competition, and all stepped up with great techniques, competing against players from Brisbane, Cairns and Charters Towers. This tournament allowed children and families to expand their Taekwondo skills and practice the five Tenets of Taekwondo: courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control and indomitable spirit.

Tait’s Family Martial Arts students - Back: Joaquin Avena, Master Chrys Tait, Giacomo De Faveri and Oscar Van Haaren and Front: Misato Thintonnam, Noe Cachia Martins and Jaxon Fitzgerald.

Master Chrys Tait with Poomsae winners - Oscar Van Haaren, Misato Thintonnam, Noe Cachia Martins, Jaxon Fitzgerald and Giacomo De Faveri.

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Etty Bay Surf Life Saving Club members celebrate the official opening of the training/educational area

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STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARIA GIRGENTI

Muriata THE road trip to Yarrabah usually beats teams before getting on the bus. Still, the Tully Tigers managed to leave Jillarra Oval with the result of 2 out of 3. The Under 18s were impressive, and they kept their playoff hopes alive with a gritty win. "That was a backs against the wall win that one. They seem to really connect of late, and it shows. Moving forward, we are going to enjoy each other's company. They deserve that win," stated coach Jonnie Hughes. It was a similar story in the Reggie's when the boys chalked up an impressive win." To get the win in Yarrabah, that doesn't happen often, they don't give you anything over there. We're still alive, so we will keep on going" said Jordon Ketchell. The A-grade boys went down in a high-scoring affair, where both teams scored over 30 points. With the bye including Dagwood dogs, Cotton candy and waffles this weekend at the Tully Show, hopefully, the bye refreshes themselves ahead of next week's top-of-the-table clash against the inform Atherton Roosters. With the State of Origin won and done by our mighty Queensland team, it's time to take a look back over the series by dissecting the champs, chomps and chunks. So, let's state the obvious: NSW still doesn't get Origin. Why? When Qld won the first game, many people believed that was how far they would get in the series when it came to winning it. Sure, it was a shock win, but it set them up for the rest of the campaign. NSW coming out in game two and smashing Qld was possibly the worst thing that could have happened to them. They felt insecure, believing all they had to do was turn up at Lang Park (Suncorp Stadium) and collect the shield. Ok, so I'll even admit that when I found out Munster was out, I felt on edge for our chances. Tom Dearden wearing the famous jersey put him up another level. It was a performance the king would have been proud of. They say in Origin cometh the hour, cometh the man, and that was precisely what Kaylin Ponga did. He was my Man of the Match and deserves every good thing coming his way. Last but not least, a special mention to Ben Hunt. He was the target since that 15 GF, but in one catch, turn and run to the try line in front of 52,000 screaming maroon fans made that all go away. He epitomizes what being a Queenslander is all about and that believing in the power of a maroon jersey. I think the last word belongs to Paul Kent on NRL 360 on Foxtel, which sums up what Origin to us Queenslanders mean. "In one team, you have the coach Slater knocking on Tom Dearden's hotel door and telling him that Munster is out, and you have to debut in the decider in King Wally's jersey at Suncorp; you up for it? Then Dearden tears and says, "I won't let you down". Then you have the other number 6 in a Blues jersey, who can't wait to play for Samoa at the end of the year. That's the difference; that's why they will never get Origin.

The moment all of Queensland knew it was ours.

AFTER two years in the pipeline, the surf lifesaving fraternity recently celebrated the official opening of the roof replacement on the training and education area at Etty Bay Surf Life Saving Club. Michael Healy MP, Assistant Minister for Tourism Industry Development and Member for Cairns on behalf of The Honourable Stirling Hinchliffe MP Minister for Tourism, Innovation and Sport, Minister Assisting the Premier on Olympics and Paralympics Sport and Engagement, assisted by Member for Hill Shane Knuth unveiled the plaques. Other dignitaries in attendance included Cassowary Coast Regional Council Mayor Mark Nolan, Cr Renee McLeod, Jen Rees (NQ Branch Operational Manager), Rachael Wynberg (President of NQ Branch), as well as Etty Bay Surf Life Saving Club Life members, John Horsford, Craig Darveniza, Brian McElhinney, David and Jenny Jones. In 2020, Queensland Premier Anna Palaszczuk made an election promise that if re-elected, the Labour Government would invest $114,000 for a new roof at Etty Bay Surf Life Saving Club to grow the number of volunteers protecting lives on Cassowary Coast beaches. In a statement released at the time, Labour candidate for Hill Michael Hodgkins stated, “by investing in the education and training area at the Etty Bay clubhouse, we are making sure the 165 members of this volunteer organisation can receive the training they need to protect lives on beaches from Babinda to Cardwell.” Etty Bay Club, which opened in 1936, is an essential and integral part of the Cassowary Coast region, having run Nippers programs since 1970. The undercover area, built by volunteers, came to fruition just prior to the State Championships held at Etty Bay in 1996. The re-roofing project used the original main beams sandblasted by John Azzopardi from Silkwood Sandblasters and galvanised by APG Townsville. Innisfail Sawmill supplied all the timber, the marine grade roof done by FNQ Roofing Solutions, Mirriwinni and lighting/electrical work by R & R Spinella. Local builder Allan Sultana Constructions oversaw all facets of the project. This undercover training area will benefit the club members and is available for hire by schools and the wider community. The club held two Sign-on Days where six new

families and nine new Nippers joined up for an introduction to surf lifesaving and are learning basic water and beach safety skills. At the club’s AGM in March, Brian McElhinney stood down after 11 years as President, and Shayne Cini is the new President. The 2022-2023 committee is David Jones (Vice President), Jo-Anne McElhinney (Treasurer), Alana Witt (Club secretary), Jesse Witt (Club captain), Brigid Darveniza (Chief Training Officer), Marty Cook (Director of Surf Sport), whilst new Junior Board members are Peter Greven (Junior President), Mark Nucifora (Vice President), and after 12 years in the role, Francesca Rosa has taken over from Alana Witt as Junior Secretary. In the future, the club plans to upgrade the fencing around the clubhouse, the side steps, the upstairs patio and the downstairs kitchen floor and will explore potential funding grants.

Member for Hill Shane Knuth and Michael Healy MP Member for Cairns officially unveiled the plaque.

Special guests Michael Healy MP, Shane Knuth MP, Rachael Wynberg and Jen Rees celebrate the official opening with the Etty Bay Surf Life Saving Club family.

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Fishing News

RoLy Newton

I am writing this report on Saturday as I head up to Weipa for a week’s fishing with Craig Hawkins on Eclipse charters. This is a regular trip for me, and I have been doing it for years. It`s a first-class operation, and as an extra bonus, one of my best mates Dave Bradley Captains the boat for two months of the year. Early in the year, the boat head down south of Weipa and fish around the Archer and Love rivers, mainly targeting Barra and Threadfin Salmon. Dave takes over in June, heads north of Weipa, and fishes the many rivers north of Mapoon. I will hopefully come home with plenty of photos I can share with this paper and on our website. After that admission this week, I can only comment on the days leading up to last weekend. We had a break in the weather on Tuesday, which allowed many boats to head out, with most electing to fish for Mackerel. The good news is that there were plenty of both School and Spotted Mackerel caught on the grounds just east of Dunk island. Several boats also managed some nice school-sized Spanish Mackerel. Most fish were caught by floating pilchards and high-speed spinning with lures such as the Samaki Torpedo or the Arma Metalik. The Macks were easily seen swimming around the boats but not biting well through the morning but came on the bite early in the afternoon. I also heard good reports of School Mackeral being caught in numbers on the grounds just inside of Dunk Island. The seas did drop off through the morning, allowing the larger boats to trip out to the reef quickly. Most reported catching good numbers of Coral Trout and some nice Mackerel on floaters. Closer to the coastal areas, such as Olive rock, Forty Foot and Cathedral reef, are now holding good bait schools. The Spanish Mackerel are showing up in numbers on the sounder. I would also expect land-based spots such as the Perry Harvey jetty to also fish well for Mackerel during the calmer periods over the next few weeks.

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info@wettropictimes.com.au PO Box 1100, TULLY, 4854 70 Butler Street, TULLY The fishing in the estuaries has been quiet as far as Barra and Mangrove Jacks are concerned; however, if anglers swap across to small lures or bait, plenty of Bream and Flathead are caught. There has been a brief Barra and Jack bite during the low tide change. When the cold weather leaves us and water temperatures start to warm up, even just a couple of degrees, the Barra will be easier to catch. Hinchinbrook has always been a go-to area when conditions are not excellent. Some nice Blue Salmon and Fingermark have been caught along the drop-offs and creek mouths. Looking forward to this coming weekend, the weather is not looking great for boating. Hopefully, the wind will drop off enough for boats to at least run out to the close in Mackerel grounds. The fish are there; we only need the opportunity.

TIDE TIMES LUCINDA JULY FRI 22

Tully show weekend is traditionally when we see the big schools of Spotty and School Mackerel turn up on the grounds off Kurrimine and Dunk Island, so we can only hope.

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Besides that, anglers will be forced to fish the estuaries. I can only wish everyone good luck.

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Good Fishing Roly Newton Tackle World Tully

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12:12 am 1.63m 5:20 am 2.32m 11:59 pm 0.96m 6:40 pm 2.73m 1:14 am 1.52m 6:11 am 2.27m 12:36 pm 0.89m 7:17 pm 2.9m 1:56 am 1.43m 6:49 am 2.25m 1:07 pm 0.85m 7:49 pm 3.02m 2:28 am 1.37m 7:21 am 2.24m

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12:44 am 1.54m 5.38 am 2.07m 12:40 pm 0.93m 7:05 pm 2.43m 1:51 am 1.45m 6:27 am 2.02m 1:17 pm 0.86m 7:42 pm 2.57m 2:33 am 1.37m 7:07 am 1.99m 1:50 pm 0.8m 8:13 pm 2.66m 3:04 am 1.32m 7:40 am 1.98m

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Ryan Sanger with a thumper sootie Grunter from a trip into the upper reached of the Tully.

1:35 pm 0.81m 8:17 pm 3.09m 2:54 am 7.48m 7:48 am 2.24m 2:01 pm 0.79m 8:46 pm 3.13m 3:16 am 1.35m 8:13 pm 2.24m 2:25 pm 0.77m 9:12 pm 3.13m 3:33 am 1.37m 8:35 am 2.25m 2:49 pm 0.77m 9:37 pm 3.11m

12:03 am 1.61m 5:31 am 2.34m 12:04 pm 0.91m 6:38 pm 2.79m 1:04 am 1.49m 6:21 am 2.31m 12:44 pm 0.84m 7:21 pm 2.97m 1:45 am 1.39m 7:02 am 2.28m 1:19 pm 0.8m 7:57 pm 3.08m 2:15 am 1.33m 7:34 am 2.27m

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2:20 pm 0.76m 8:41 pm 2.7m 3:29 am 1.29m 8:10 am 1.98m 2:48 pm 0.74m 9:09 pm 2.73m 3:54 am 1.28m 8:38 am 1.98m 3:14 pm 0.74m 9:35 pm 2.73m 4:16 am 1.29m 9:01 am 1.98m 3:37 pm 0.74m 9:59 pm 2.73m

1:50 pm 0.77m 8:28 pm 3.15m 2:39 am 1.3m 8:04 am 2.28m 2:16 pm 0.75m 8:56 pm 3.19m 2:59 am 1.29m 8:32 am 2.29m 2:39 pm 0.74m 9:22 pm 3.2m 3:17 am 1.29m 8:57 pm 2.3m 2:58 pm 0.75m 9:46 pm 3.19m

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A Top Competitor in the 2022 Australian Karting Championship: Jack Larsen SARI RUSSO FROM racing around on his fourwheeler at his family farm to getting his first go-kart, Jack Larsen has always been a motoring enthusiast. Jack started competing in the Australian Karting Championships at the beginning of 2022 and has gone from 10th place to be one of the top competitors in less than seven months. He took second place in round 4 in Emerald at the AKC. Of the five rounds of competition for 2022, Jack has travelled to Todd Rd Victoria, Bolivar South Australia, Puckapunyal Victoria, and Emerald Queensland and is looking forward to

competing in the finals in Newcastle in NSW on August 18-21. “Jack has always loved racing anything with wheels. He started riding his 4wheeler and motorbike around the farm since he was 3yrs old,” said Jack’s mother, Brooke Larsen. Jack started racing in Townsville as Ingham doesn’t currently have its own facility. Jack had shown good driving ability at the start of the year but had no experience racing in a big field of fast and experienced drivers. His parents decided to take him to some bigger races to get some experience. Jack joined the Energy Corse Australia team run by Cian Fothergill, a multiple

Australian Champion in Karting. The team bring the kart and tools all around the country and supply Data analysis and driver Coaching. Jack and his family are very grateful to a local business in the Ingham area, HLD constructions. “It has been a great help to have some support towards Jack’s dreams of being a professional race car drive,” said Brooke Larsen, “Sponsorship is going to play a big role moving forward in this sport as motorsport and travelling all around the country is quite expensive. Sponsorship from a business that is looking for local and national exposure would welcome.”

Jack and his coach Cian who is showing him the race lines of a racetrack.

Jack Larsen and his go-kart.

Jack with his 2nd place trophy at round 4 in Emerald at the AKC.

Jack Larson in action at his race meets.

Jack with his 2nd place trophy at round 4 in Emerald at the AKC.

Jack and his father (Daryl Larsen) after the race at Emerald.