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20 - 26 May 2013 • Thursday Island • www.torresnews.com.au • editor@torresnews.com.au • Edition No. 1066 • $2.00 inc. GST

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Virgin boss Sir Richard Branson at the launch of the new Virgin regional airline in Perth earlier this month which could have implications for QantasLink’s regulated air routes for Horn Island and Cairns. Virgin has told the Torres tralia has lodged a submission market restrictions are lifted by By MARK BOUSEN to this review, underscoring the Queensland Government,” News air fares would drop as much as 30 per cent if it was VIRGIN Australia believes that competition brought the spokesperson said. Virgin Australia said that, at allowed to operate on the Horn some of the regulated air about by deregulating selected routes in Queensland, such as routes would bring lower fares, the time the Queensland Gov- Island-Cairns-Weipa routes. Member for Cook David Horn Island-Cairns and Weipa- delivering better access for ernment late last year granted Cairns, are now capable of regional communities to es- an extension to QantasLink Kempton has never replied sustaining competition, saying sential services, reducing costs to December, 2014, for the to any of the ‘phone or email air fares would be reduced by for businesses, particularly regulated Horn Island-Weipa- inquiries from the Torres in the mining and resources Cairns air routes, it would urge News to explain the State’s as much as 30 per cent. A Virgin Australia spokes- sector, and boosting tourism the State Government review decision to ignore the community’s input. the allocation process. person told the Torres News to regional areas. At a recent QantasLink QantasLink was awarded The airline has stated that, while, the airline was disappointed with the Queens- previously and repeated it a five-year contract in 2008, community meeting on Thursland Government’s decision to during the official launch with that due for re-tendering day Island, the Torres News was not given the opportunity extend the current contracts of Virgin’s regional airline early this year. To r r e s S h i r e C o u n c i l to ask any questions about for the routes until December, Skywest this month in Perth 2014, it is pleased, however, that fares would be cut by 30 which owns the Horn Island the decision and was forced Airport strongly condemned to leave the meeting with the that the Queensland Govern- per cent. “Our recent acquisition of the decision without public State Government official was ment is currently undertaking a review of long-distance Skywest has enhanced our consultation, saying it was in to address it. Virgin Australia CEO John passenger transport services capacity to expand Virgin the process of compiling its in the State, including the Australia’s regional opera- submission when informed by Borghetti and global Virgin potential deregulation of air tions, and we stand ready to the Torres News of the State’s brandmeister Sir Richard bring competition to a number decision to bypass community Branson oversaw the new services routes. airline’s debut at Perth Airport, The carrier says Virgin Aus- of regulated routes as soon as input.

where Mr Borghetti said that, while the Skywest ports are mainly dotted around Western Australia, he sees scope for expanding the network map, especially in Queensland and New South Wales on “regulated routes” where state governments have decreed that Qantas or another airline is the sole carrier, the Australian Business Traveller website reports. “It costs more to fly Brisbane-Roma (southwest Queensland) return than Brisbane-Perth return on one of our (Virgin) A330 jets, “ Mr Borghetti observed. “We know if ever we could get access to that route the costs would drop by 30 per cent - that’s a given.” The criteria for those agreements vary from state to state. For his part, Richard Branson said he considers Virgin’s regional play as “one of the final pieces in the jigsaw puzzle for competing with Qantas.” However, Branson admitted that “even if some (regional) routes don’t make money, they can still be an essential part of an airline and its network.” Virgin’s move into the regional market puts it on the same three-tier footing as Qantas with a full-service mainline carrier, a regional arm and a low-cost airline (in the form of Jetstar and Tiger Airways Australia).

Cabinet visit THE community will have only a small window for consultation for the State Government Community Cabinet meeting on Thursday Island on Sunday. There will be a twohour opportunity for the community to address the Cabinet on Sunday afternoon with each party restricted to a maximum of 15 minutes. It is understood many groups and individuals are keen to speak during this opportunity, with the meetings by appointment only. Member for Cook David Kempton predicted a range of topics would be raised during community deputations. “The advancement of Indigenous communities, improved provision of services, support for small business and a range of social matters are key local issues,” Mr Kempton said. “Community Cabinet is a unique opportunity for local residents, organisations and businesses to raise subjects with relevant Ministers, and this is a great opportunity for locals to take their concerns directly to the decision makers.” The two-day event is the eighth Community Cabinet held in regional Queensland, and Premier Campbell Newman said it would give Queenslanders living in the far north and Torres Strait region direct access to government decision makers.

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Quadriplegic pilot flys Cape A COURAGEOUS Dave Jacka has achieved one of the four milestones of his circumnavigation of Australia by crossing the tip of Cape York on Sunday, May 12. He is attempting to become the first person with quadriplegia to fly solo around Australia, raising the public’s expectation of what people with disabilities can achieve. His team flew from Cooktown in the morning, refuelled at Lockhart River, crossed the tip and then flew on to Weipa where the team over-nighted. On his website, Dave labled the day: Day 14 - Wind, showers, low cloud, crocodiles & Cape York! “When I got flying again after re-fuelling at Lockhart River, the thought occcured to me that it was so isolated that, if something happened, and you put the plane down, either in the water or on the beach, the only things to greet you would be the sharks and crocodiles! “It’s a funny thing as when I fly, I keep checking the gauges to ensure everything is working fine, but surprisingly I feel kind of safe and protected in my coccoon of my aircraft! “Crossing the most northerly tip of Australia! “I was down around 1000 feet as I rounded Cape York. It was pretty bumpy and I was swearing a bit as I was trying to get my GoPro cameras working so I could film my aircraft passing this most northerly tip of Australia. “Both support planes and mine passed Cape York at about the same time. I did a couple of orbits while Linda took some photos from the Piper Lance. “After we left Cape York, it was awesome to start heading west as it is a more protected area, the cloud base was higher, and so it was much easier flying (to Weipa).” Like many 19 year-olds, Dave Jacka thought he was invincible until he had a motorbike accident four days before his 20th birthday. Dave broke the fifth vertebrae in his neck, leaving him with quadriplegia.

Dave has limited arm function, no finger function and an inability to move any part of his body from the armpits down. In 2006, Dave became the first person with quadriplegia in the world to fly a microlight trike (powered hang glider) solo Launch day for the “On A Wing & A Chair” mission was held on Monday, April 29, and what is following is a 4 1/2-week tour of regional and rural communities around the 16,000km coastline of Australia. Dave’s plane will cross the four most southern, northern, eastern and western points of the country - South East Cape (Tasmania), Cape York, Cape Byron (NSW) and Steep Point (WA). Extensive custom modifications to the controls of Dave’s Jabiru J230 aircraft have been made to match his specific disability. Rather than using his feet and fingers, he relies on modifications like levers that he can slot his arms into to control the movement of the plane. He operates the brake by flicking a large black toggle with his hand, and sucks and blows through a plastic tube to control the speed of the plane. A volunteer support crew of six will accompany Dave on his mission, including a project co-ordinator, personal support, and four pilots assisting with ground support, flying separately in two support aircraft. There is only a small window of opportunity for Dave to complete his circumnavigation from April to June when the weather is most favourable for flying, and for Dave’s comfort as he is unable to regulate his body temperature. Keep track of Dave’s circumnavigation by visiting the website www.onawingandachair.org.au and follow his progress through his blog, You Tube, Facebook and Twitter links. On a Wing & a Chair is about raising the public’s expectation of what people with disabilities can achieve and providing inspiration for all - David Jacka

Crossing the tip of Caoe York on Sunday, May 12. Photo Dave Jacka website.

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THURSDAY Island Detectives are continuing to investigate recent and historic break and enter offences including this incident from early February, 2013, where the Federal Hotel was entered unlawfully and an amount of liquor stolen.

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Fast action and assistance saves Teisan Y By MARK BOUSEN “THERE’S no way we were going to let the old girl go down; that’s our home,” said a defiant Brad Williams after the Teisan Y started taking water off Bayo Beach on Thursday Island during the early hours of Friday, May 10. Mr Williams, who lives with wife Vicki on-board the 53ft Teisan Y, said he knew instinctively something was wrong when he awoke at 5.15. “I could feel something was wrong; I soon found water was washing over the deck. “There’s normally about a one-metre clearance, but the water was being whipped and the water was coming into the boat.” The boat was sitting about 15cm above the water line. Mr Williams said he knew the boat wouldn’t sink but also realised he needed to act quickly. He fired up his generator and two pumps

immediately. “They were holding the situation and removing some water, but I knew it would take as long as six-to-eight hours, and I didn’t want to wait that long in case the situation deteriorated.” Mr Williams rang around to find a suitable pump, but finally contacted Ports North who, in turn, enlisted the aid of the Thursday Island Queensland Fire and Rescue Service whose much-large pump was transported to the Teisan Y by Mr Williams and Port North staff. “That did the trick and emptied the water in about 25 minutes and everything was under control by about 7.30. “Vicki and I are really indebted to Port North and the QFRS.” The boat’s pumps are coping with the problem. Mr Williams has located the leak and a new set of problems has arisen. “I can hear where it’s entering the boat and the rate of a garden hose, but it’s behind

an eight-ton freezer.” Ports North and Maritime Safety Queensland have indicated to Mr Williams that they will be able to assist him move the boat to an area off Horn Island when the conditions calm down. “I’ll get someone to go over the side and look at the situation and repair it. “But conditions aren’t predicted to quieten down for another few days.” Mr and Mrs Williams have been living on the boat since January, 2012. “I’m semi-retired by am a qualified motor mechanic by trade.” Mr Williams said the Teisan Y was built about 1953 and had been owned by local families until the time he purchased it. It was the second incident in about a month involving a house boat after a vessel found itself in a similar situation. It too sought help from Ports North and MSQ who assisted with pumping out the water, and then transported it to the mud flats adjacent to Horn Island where it now sits.

TSC plans to balance budget March stays in May TORRES Shire Council Mayor Stephen says Council is confident it will table a balanced budget for 2013/2014 which will “demonstrate transparency in financial and public accountability, including good governance”. The budget, which will be handed down in July, is the first where the Mayor holds the responsibility to prepare and table the Council budget. In the past, preparation and presentation of the budget has always been the responsibility of executive management. Torres Shire Council Mayor Stephen said: “Council continues Mayor Pedro Stephen. to monitor the high cost of essential service delivery and capital works costs which directly affect our ability to provide services. “Council has also placed a considerable emphasis on the development of a new, five-year corporate plan that will help to determine the medium-term objectives we need to achieve on our way to delivering our Community Plan, our Asset management plan and our 10-year financial plan.” Council and its key executive management staff conducted its annual budget inspection tour on Thursday, Horn and Prince of Wales Islands on April 29-30. Mayor Stephen said: “The annual tour of the Council-owned infrastructure and facilities gave Councillors a first-hand examination and understanding of the state of the Councils assets, which assists in developing the priorities for the 2013/2014 year for Torres Shire.” In preparation to embrace these new requirements, the Mayor and Councillors attended in-house Councillor financial management and budgeting training workshops, with preparation work starting on the budget. Whole budgeting processes also have been reviewed, with several Council policies aligned to the Budget already reviewed by management. Torres Shire Council has scheduled the special budget meeting for Thursday, July 18

TRADE unionists across the Torres Strait will adhere to their May celebration of Labour Day with a traditional march on Thursday Island on Friday. Prominent Far North Queensland union officials will be present for the march with some to stay over the State Government Community Cabinet meeting on Thursday Island on Sunday and Monday. Mr Heath Mitchell, from the United Voice Union, told the Torres News unions wanted to remain with the roots of the trade union movement despite the Newman Government transferring the Labour Day public holiday to October. One of the first Labour Day marches in the world, involving about 1000 shearers, was held on May 1, 1891, in Barcaldine in Central Queensland. “That is very important in trade union history in Australia.” Mr Mitchell said there had been a sharp increase in union membership across the State with the Newman Government’s ascension

to power. “Unions are more important than ever, given the cuts to jobs in health and other services. “That is also happening in the Torres Strait and Cape York where there has always been a strong union movement. “The Torres Strait and Cape York are important regions for the union movement.” Mr Mitchell said unions had “plenty on the table” in the region, with health, child care and other issues. “The Torres Strait has been used as a testing ground yet again, this time with the introduction of independent public schools.” As well as Mr Mitchell attending, there will be Kevin O’Sullivan (Together Union); Kaylene Turnball (Nurses’ Union); Stuart Traill (Electrical Trades Union) and Elida Faith (Commonwealth Public Service Union). The march will start from the Post Office at 5pm on Friday, with a family barbecue and entertainment at Anzac Park from 5.30.

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ABOVE: Patrick Mosby helps his son, Elijah, down from a tree in a Townsville park. RIGHT: Parents Patrick Mosby and Christine Hero with their children Shanti, 4, and Zechariah, 9, and Elijah, 7. By ALF WILSON THE parents of a seven-year-old boy of Torres Strait Island descent and who suffers from autism are unhappy that the State Government has cut funding to assist them. His dad, Patrick Mosby, of Moa Island descent, and mum Christine Hero, of the Kutjala people around Charters Towers, said funding by Autism Queensland was cut when their son, Elijah Mosby, turned seven. They want to highlight their situation and know of any other families in the same situation. “Elijah has non-verbal autism and doesn’t talk much except to say words like thank you and he also has an obsession with climbing and ripping stuff up. :We had some funding until he turned seven which was helpful. Now we get nothing. We would like that to change,’’ Mr Mosby told the Torres News on May 14. They live in Townsville and the Torres News met them at Corcoran Park. Young Elijah climbed a tree and Mr Mosby had to scale it and help him down, fearing he may fall. Ms Hero said she could not get a fulltime job as she needed to care for Elijah. “He is having speech therapy but it costs money and we have two other children,” Ms Hero said. They are daughter Shanti, 4, and Zechariah, 9. Mr Mosby said it was vital that funding for young autism sufferers be extended until at least the end of primary school years when most are aged 12. “From age five to then there can be early intervention and it is when they develop. Elijah has a fantastic photographic memory and remembers relatives we visit in Charters Towers,” Ms Hero said. The family has written a touching piece about Elijah’s condition entitled Elijah Mosby This is my story - written by my mum and dad which reads: “Imagine a sevenyear-old boy in front of you in middle of Woolworths. He is slapping himself in the head and

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then covers his ears with his hands. Of course people are looking and pointing, making rude comments like, ‘look at that naughty boy or he needs flogging’. Not once has anyone asked him if he is okay or does he need help! His Mum and Dad quietly try to settle him but the noise of people talking or trolleys being pushed around, are too loud for him to handle. His mum and dad cuddle him and whisper his favourite song in his ear. His brains starts to unwind and his nerves are settle. His body is calm and he is back to himself. Hello, my name is Elijah Mosby and I have non-verbal autism. Autism is brain disorder. I can’t be left alone outside as I walk out of our yard without my parents’ knowledge. As cars are driving around me I am more fascinated by the birds in the sky or just walking. I have no understanding of danger. At seven-years-old I’m known by police because of my condition. I can’t say my name or where I live as my brain runs a hundred miles an hour. All I know is I am happy and I live with mum, dad, my brother and my sister. Sometimes I get frustrated that I can’t have conversation with my brother and sister. When they can’t understand me, I hit myself and they get frightened from me. My sister sometimes cries because she is afraid of me and this makes me sad. When she cries, I cry not because she is sad, it’s because of the noise she making. When I get too much for my mum and dad we always go swimming or to the park or beach or for drive. I love swimming as this helps me stimulate my brain. Once I have hour or two of swimming I am calm and I can watch DVD whilst my mum and dad prepare dinner or other things around the house. If my parents don’t help me calm my

brain or my nerves I will get frustrated and break things in the house such as furniture or rip fluff out of pillows. I also climb up high on furniture or the door. My parents have had to put locks high up on the doors and windows so I can’t get out without them knowing. These are some behaviours I sometimes do. In 2011 I attended my first at prep in Special Unit. I loved this as I was learning to deal with a lot of people around me, as I was in small classroom with other children with special need. I built great relationship with my teacher aide. She was my friend. The following year didn’t turn out parents hoped. My parents were told that the Special Unit will no longer be apart of School Curriculum. Of course my parents were very upset and angry. The principal had meetings with parents whose child was in a special unit. Parents were advised all children will get the support for their special needs. That year I was placed in mainstream class. My parents continually told the Principal this change would not work for me. My mum asked the Principal, ‘How do you expect Elijah to learn his ABCs when he can’t even say the word Mum or Dad?’ Do you know how heart breaking it is for a mother who carries their child for nine months, eating healthy and not using drugs/ alcohol. My mummy was crying when the principal couldn’t answer these questions. From that day my parents made the hardest decision to change schools. I was very sad because I wouldn’t see my favourite teacher anymore. She cried when my mum told her I was leaving. She gave me the biggest hug and kiss when I left. I was even sad to leave my brother. He would always sit next to me at lunchtime and help me unwrap my lunch or just say hello. I love my bala(brother),” it ends.

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Deadline approaches for Gab Titui Art Award Police boat returns IT’S not too late to get your entry in for the 2013 Gab Titui Indigenous Art Award. Locally residing Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal artists have until 24 May 2013 to submit entries for this year’s Award - the sixth to be hosted by the Cultural Centre since 2008. This year the Art Award will centre on the theme Ailan Style, celebrating the unique island ways of the communities of the Torres Strait and Northern Peninsula Area, and offers an increased prize pool of $16,500 to category winners. To r r e s S t r a i t Regional Authority Chairperson, Mr Joseph Elu, said the increase in prize money reflected the growing profile of the Award and its importance to arts development in the region. “ T h e G a b Ti t u i Indigenous Art Award gives artists at all stages

Segar Passi with his 2012 winning artwork, Native Title: Our Land and Sea Rights. in their career an opportunity to develop and share works with an audience that extends, from the Torres Strait, nationally through some of Australia’s major art institutions. “It is unique in the sense that emerging artists are able to exhibit alongside those with years of experience and knowledge to share.” Mr Segar Passi, winner of the 2012 Gab Titui Indigenous Art Award, is one such artist whose experience exhibiting nationally

includes works featured in the collections of the Cairns Regional Gallery and Queensland Art Gallery/ Gallery of Modern Art in Brisbane. Mr Passi said it was important to work with others and to be able to share the skills and knowledge that he has developed over many years practicing art. “I try to encourage all young men and women on my island who have hidden talents,” Mr Passi said. “I want to share my

skills and knowledge because all of my paintings are based on our true Torres Strait culture and tradition. “It has come to my attention that some of us are talking about culture but haven’t explained it properly for people to understand, especially our younger generation. Whatever we do, paint, carve, print, dance and sing must have deep meaning in them. If we are after something valuable, we forget that our culture is more

valuable and important.” The winner of the 2013 Gab Titui Indigenous Art Award will receive $7,000 in prize money as well as the opportunity to have their work featured on the cover of the exhibition catalogue. The remaining $9,500 will go to winners in eight categories, including the newly developed category for best work on canvas. “In the past, there has been one category for works on paper and canvas. In recent years, we have seen an increase in the number of works on canvas being submitted and felt this should be recognised with the creation of a new category,” Mr Elu said. The exhibition opening will take place as part of Gab Titui’s grand reopening celebrations later this year. For more information or an application form, community members can contact the Gab Titui Cultural Centre on 07 4069 0888.

THURSDAY Island Water Police have appealed to the water-travelling public to take care and travel with caution in the strong windy conditions during the annual dry season. Water Police Officer-inCharge Sergeant Randall Gawne said the southeasterly winds could gust up to as much as 30 knots during this time. “They blow at a steady 20 to 25 knots, but can gust up to as much as 40 per cent more than forecast; that’s almost half as much again. “I appeal to the travelling public to take care.” The Water Police vessel, W. Conroy, is back and berthed at Thursday Island after its annual slipping in Cairns. The 22-metre, 65 tonne vessel returned to Thursday Island on Friday, May 10. This involves testing and certifying of all equipment and systems on the vessel, including propellers and shafts while the boat is out of the water. The vessel is surveyed by a registered Marine Surveyor throughout the process, and must have a certificate of survey issued upon completion. This is an annual event for all commercial vessels. During the process, items, such as the life rafts, bilge pumps and fire suppression systems, are

tested and re-certified, with any items which are not up to standard repaired or replaced as necessary. The days are long and arduous for the crew working on the boat, as well as contracted trades personnel. Office-in-Charge of the Thursday Island Police Senior-Sergeant Jamie Horn said the return of W.Conroy would allow the resumption of sevenday patrols to the Outer Islands. The patrol to the Eastern Group of Mer, Masig, Ugar and Erub departed last Saturday and will run until May 25. Blue Light discos also are expected to be included in the patrol. “The boat gives Police so many more options, with responses and the provision of services to the Islands,” Snr Sgt Horn said. “It’s the jewel in the crown; having it back is excellent news.” Snr Sgt Horn also praised players, officials, spectators and their community for their behaviour during the recent touch footy carnival. “Overall, it went well and our thanks go the players and organisers. “We’ll look to fine tune a few things and it will get better and better in the future I suspect,” he said.

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A UNIQUE partnership between Tagai Secondary College, James Cook University, Tropical North Queensland TAFE and Queensland Health have made training for local youth in health studies a reality. Karen Sadler, Lecturer from James Cook University, said: “I have been delighted with the response from students and the community of the Torres Strait to support this initiative.” Since the beginning of the year, eight year 11 students from Tagai Secondary College enrolled in Certificate 3 in Health Services Assistance (AIN) which puts these students well on the pathway for a career within the health industry. This enables students to potentially work in a range of services, such as hospitals, aged care facilities and

community based care services. James Cook University and Queensland Health have undertaken a joint initiative to create a simulated ward area within the hospital environment. This provides an outstanding learning environment for the students to experience practical skills in a realistic setting, using simulated props. Ms Sadler said: “This experience is invaluable long term, as students who develop an understanding of the various roles carried out in hospitals are more likely to succeed in their chosen field, as they understand first hand what the job entails. “The training for these students will take 12 months to complete, and we hope that in subsequent years, the intake of students will grow”, said Ms Sadler

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MAY Mon 20. Mabuiag Women’s Health Clinic Mon 20. Badu Women’s Health Clinic Mon 20. Mer Women’s Health Clinic Tues 21. Badu Women’s Health Clinic Tues 21. Yam Women’s Health Clinic Tues 21. Mer Women’s Health Clinic Tue 21. Torres Shire Council monthly meeting, Council Chambers TI, 9am Tue 21. NPA Youth Checks, Seisia Health Centre, from 10am Wed 22. Domestic Violence Education and Awareness, Warraber Wed 22.Warraber Women’s Health Clinic Wed 22. St Paul’s Women’s Health Clinic Wed 22. Erub Women’s Health Clinic Wed 22. Under 8s Day at Injinoo Wed 22. Domestic Violence education and awareness sessions on Elder Abuse, TI HACC Centre, 10am - 12noon Wed 22 - Fri 24. NPA Youth Checks, Umagico Health Centre, from 10am Thu 23. DV information stall and display, footpath outside TSIMA Thu 23. Poruma Women’s Health Clinic Thu 23. Kubin Women’s Health Clinic Thu 23. Erub Women’s Health Clinic Fri 24. Entries close, Gab Titui Indigenous Art Award, 4069 0888 Fri 24. Rotary breakfast meeting, Grand Hotel, 7am Fri 24. Labour Day March, Thursday Island, Assemble at Post Office 5pm. BBQ at Anzac Park, 5.30pm Sun 26 - Mon 27. Queenland Government Community Cabinet meeting Mon 27 - Wed 29. NPA Youth Checks, New Mapoon Health Centre, from 10am Tues 28. Domestic Violence Education and Awareness sessions, Saibai Island Thu 30. Domestic Violence Education and Awareness, St Pauls Thu 30. Domestic Violence Education and Awareness, Male Focus Group, Badu

CHURCH SERVICES Parish of St Bethel,131 William Cr Bamaga NPA, Sundays 10am Uniting Church, 114 Douglas St Thursday Island, Sundays 9am Independent Church Parish of the Resurrection TI, Morning Prayer Sundays 10am, Evening Service 7pm

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 OPINION / LETTERS TO ThE EdITOR Email: editor@torresnews.comau Fax: 1300 STRAIT (1300 787 248)

A cry for help to find a solution I refer to your article “Put up or shut up in sly grog claim” (page 8 Torres News, 29 April, 2013). My article in the Torres News (April 15, page 8) was not about degrading my island home and my families on Iama. To the contrary it’s more about “A Cry for Help” in trying to find solution externally to this issue for the benefits of our future generation. All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights, my families at Iama know that I not only speak openly but took actions against this issue and other life-degrading matters throughout the years. We have an issue which is a serious matter that requires public discussions and needs to be addressed openly and dealt with promptly. In fact it saddens me to bring this issue to the media’s attention, however as the Bible says in Proverb 27:5: Open rebuke is better than secret love. People would have known as this issue was already highlighted on the national media; I was merely putting my viewpoint across because it is the fact and I can base my lifetime experience on it. People should not be confused or divided, unless they are getting the wrong messages from their messenger.

I will be forwarding a letter to the TSIRC Mayor and the respective Councilor to get some answers in regards to my queries? In closing, families let us remind ourselves that we should be proud of our forefathers who were united in their solidarity, and the determination they have demonstrated through their hard yakka (koey zageth),and never took advantage of each other for self-gain. Please families no more take short cuts (taupai tidhan) in depriving ourselves from within ourselves, there is a proper and a better way. I believe we should move on, but only if we could discard the bad apples that are polluting the whole box, we could then look towards a better future for our community. Given the current media exposures hopefully that would influence relevant authorities to take attentive action, and we may be able to see some welcoming changes. I am a proud Iamalaig a ‘title’ which is my God-given birthright and bloodline inheritance, and it is not man-given so be it (mata kedha). Eso, Simeon Makie, Iamalaig

‘Imposing suburbia’ on Prince of Wales AS a rate-paying resident of Prince of Wales Island, I was totally amazed and appalled to find the following information contained in the Torres Shire Council meeting minutes of February, 2013. Under the Chief Executive Officer report: Major Infrastructure Project-Round 5 (MIP5) (File 1-031-007) Min. 13/02/6. Moved Cr Wigness, Seconded Cr Abednego. That Council endorse the following priority projects for consideration under the MIP5 grant funding round: • Prince of Wales water supply and reticulation • Prince of Wales and Horn Islands waste and recycling facilities • Thursday and Horn Islands water and sewerage asset replacement • Prince of Wales, Thursday and Horn Islands storm water drainage upgrade • Horn Island affordable housing subdivision • Prince of Wales esplanade road and helipad access road sealing Carried. Since when did the Torres Shire Council decide to impose suburbia on this idyllic settlement? All the people who have settled here have invested hard-earned cash in remote area power systems, water tanks and septics. We were well aware that no Council services were available when we settled here and built our houses to be environmentally friendly. The continuing costs involved in this current water reticulation project are totally

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Living in a small community “anybody’s business is everybody’s businesses”. I have no intention of taking my families to court; it will be upon their own doings if they continue to break the law. The former Community Council had By-Laws supported by TSIRC since its inauguration in 2008 (now known as TSIRC local laws) which include the ban of wine cask into the community, and the Community Police then had the power to confiscate from dinghies or plane on arrival at Iama and destroy the alcohol. I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the local regional airlines for their support throughout those years in respecting the Community By-Laws because it did help to make a difference in the community. My questions are; • Is this still happening? • Is there a Community Forum or Advisory Committee in the communities? • Do they have the mandate to make these local rules? • Were Community Police powers/ responsibilities enhanced? • Does infringement notice still apply? • Is Community Justice Group active? • Do all of the above still exist? • What is in place now?

cost prohibitive for a settlement of 30 houses on POW e.g. Country Woman, Muralug Beach and Collis Beach. Thirty one (31) residents of POW Island, in March, 2011, submitted a response to the Draft Torres Shire Council Community Plan, but to date we have not even had the courtesy of a reply. In that correspondence we highlighted the fact that we consider it untenable to introduce water reticulation, sewage and power in a much-selected area of the Muralug Parish. We suggested assistance with water tanks, septic tank pumping and training for those who may require assistance. We were very thankful for the provision of two tanks by Council and the Department of Natural Resources years ago. This was a very sensible decision that has been most beneficial in its outcome and very cost effective with no “ONGOING” costs! Why is Council applying for these funds for water reticulation and power? Have they got knowledge of future residential plans for our communities on POW? I’m sure there are other greater and more-urgent priorities for the Council to consider before they start wasting money on Consultancy fees, scoping etc. etc. for a scheme that is totally cost prohibitive to start with!. Mayor and Councillors can you please review our submission of the 30 March, 2011, or at least the privilege of a survey of POW residents to identify our real community priorities!

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Or is all this being supplied for “free”? Jon Wren, Prince of Wales Island.

TORRES SHIRE RESPONSE: In our response to the submission from the people of Prince of Wales Island (dated, 1April, 2011, and addressed to Mr L Flett), Council acknowledged its responsibility for balancing a long-term planning horizon (20 years) with regular reviews to “ensure that it (the Plan) is up-to-date and relevant to the community needs”. Council aims to look ahead and predict the needs of the community, as best it can, so that we can make adequate provision and be prepared for when a community need arises. As communities, such as those on POW, grow, there comes a time when whole-ofcommunity solutions, like sewerage and reticulated water, become more cost effective and environmentally appropriate to put in place. While the provision of these services might well be some time away, Council has a responsibility to ensure that if or when they are needed, we have managed the introduction in a way that ‘smooths out” or minimises the cost impact on our community. There is a great deal of preliminary work to be done in planning and design before any new services are provided and costs actually incurred by the communities on POW. Dalassa Yorkston, Chief Executive Officer.

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NEWS

Boost for Horn Is. with new post office ISLAND & Cape will provide residents across the Torres Strait with a major boost to their postal service, with the opening of a fully-functioning post office on Horn Island from 1 July. The post office, which will be located at the newly-refurbished Island & Cape supermarket on Horn Island, will service Horn Island residents and the whole of the Torres Strait as a central point for distribution of post. It will be only the second fully-functioning post office in the Torres Strait, in addition to the one that is currently operating from Thursday Island, Island & Cape Retail Operations Manager Craig Oxlade said. “The company, which has signed all necessary agreements with Australia Post, is striving to greatly improve the region’s postal service. “In addition to providing normal Post Office services, Island & Cape’s Horn Island Post Office will also be receiving, sorting and distributing post that goes out to all of the Torres Strait islands,” Mr Oxlade said. “This post is received via Horn Island Airport or by ship from Sea Swift, who are based next door to our Horn Island Supermarket. “The post is then sorted and sent out to the islands either by barge with Sea Swift, or by plane from the airport. “This will improve the speed and circulation of all incoming and outgoing mail throughout the Torres Strait.” Mr Oxlade said the post office will also be ideally positioned to service everyone passing through Horn Island (visiting the Torres Strait islands) either by

sea or air. “Aside from this major boost for all Torres Strait Islanders, it also means Horn Island residents will have access to all the facilities associated with a main Post Office,” he added. The Horn Island Post Office will provide a full range of normal Post Office services. Mr Oxlade said Island & Cape will be taking on some operations prior to 1 July, but the aim is to be up and running as a fully functioning Post Office by 1 July. Horn Island Store Unveiling Island & Cape has also confirmed the major refurbishment of its Horn Island store will be officially unveiled at a grand opening at noon on Tuesday (21 May), attended by Federal Member for Leichhardt Warren Entsch. The store, which was bought by Island & Cape in February, 2012, has been under renovation over the past 12 months to provide a much-enhanced outlet to the Horn Island community. Store improvements include air conditioning, new floor coverings, new products including white goods, new state-of-the-art fruit and vegetable display cabinets, and upgraded store equipment. Mr Oxlade said Island & Cape has a proud nine-year history of working closely with remote communities across the region. “Island & Cape always plays an active role in the communities where we operate,” he said. “We continually invest in the regions where we operate, through infrastructure, employment

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Where: Cost: Applying bandages and slings at the first aid course at the JCU Centre on Thursday Island on Tuesday were: Front (from left): Phillip Kilfoy applying a sling to Wayne Seden, Alison Hall being bandaged by Maryann Cook and Anthony Drummong receiving care from Sabrina Akee. Back (from left): Aaron Bon working with Shanice Hanili, Lasmintan Ahboo applying a bandage to Irene Stone, Roger Alvares tending to Nelson Gibuma, with Bernadine David cares for Annie Seriat. Paramedic and course instructor Eleanore Ward is at the rear.

THE focus was on helping those in need and saving lives at a first-aid and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation course at the JCU Centre on Thursday

Raffle a win for Hall project

PARISH Hall Restoration Project has received a further boost, through a Mother’s Day raffle. The project has now raised a total of $32,160 towards its Stage 1 target of $50,000. The winner was Cheryl Perry, with the prize being drawn at Saturday morning barbecue at IBIS on May 11. Donations were made by: Grant Smith, Vonda Moar-Malone, Bishop Mabo, CEA, NAB, Thursday Island Pharmacy, IBIS, and the Grand Hotel. The contents of the basket were perfume, champagne, chocolates, candle holder and candle, necklace, bath pillow/shower cap/bath gel/body scrub/body moisturiser, body brush and handwoven Torres Strait basket. The committee wished to thank everyone who supported the raffle.

Island last week. Those taking part learned not only life-saving skills but also how to help the injured. There was a great deal of applying bandages, slings and other first-aid practices as well as learning about cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) applications. “The earlier a life-threatening event is recognised, the better the chances for a positive outcome,” Eleanor Ward, the Queensland Ambulance Service advance care paramedic who conducted the course, said. “A person in a life-threatening emergency situation is far more likely to have a better outcome where there is someone nearby who is trained to provide CPR. “The courses are designed to give the responder a system to work to which helps them to stay calm and to get the best care for the patient. “The courses covered responding to an emergency, assessing for life-threatening injuries, things like asthma attacks and anaphylactic shock, and heart attacks,” she said.

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NEWS

Primary School’s car-boot sale a winner

Gebie Bon (left), Sam Bon and Anne Peters at their site.

Mum Angela Hubbert with children Kye (centre) and Elijah.

Tagai Primary School P&C Committee members (from left): Kate Carroll, Kelly East, Nancy Hooper, Cassie McGuire and Jayne Ahmat at the sausage sizzle. IT’S surprising what you can find in the boot of a care. And that was no different at the Tagai State College Primary School P&C Committee’s first car boot sale at the school grounds on Saturday morning, May 11. The P&C committee raised more $500 and a great morning was had by all with live music provided by Mr Jeff Waia and a dance performance by the school’s senior students. The P&C sold sausages,

Ukulele master Jeff Waia entertaining the car boot sale. chocolates, drinks and Mothers the customers, the teachers and Day raffl6e tickets and the Year students of Tagai primary, and 7 students sold icy cups to raise of course, the ever-hard-working money to buy their senior shirts. P&C committee for a great mornStall holders parked their cars, ing! The next Car Boot Sale will be opened their boots and sold their wares directly to the many visitors held on Saturday, 1 June, 8am who came for a wander around, -11am, venue to be advised - keep with stall holders reporting a an eye out for posters advertising busy morning and good sales, the event! Contact Kelly (0428 897 067) especially early in the day. The P&C says a “big thank or kelly.east@communities.qld. you” to the school’s adminis- gov.au for more information or to tration team, the stall holders, book a spot for your car or stall.

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Preparing the Torres Strait for the future: Senator McLucas QUEENSLAND Senator Jan McLucas said this year’s federal budget is about building a better future and ensuring everyone in the Far North gets a fair go. “Federal Labor is building a National Disability Insurance Scheme and delivering school funding reform - these are long- term initiatives and they’re critical to setting us up for the future,” Senator McLucas said. Senator McLucas said the Budget is delivering huge investments in our classrooms which is great news for Cape York and Torres Strait. “We want to give our children the best possible start in life. “Too many schools and students are being left behind which is why our government is increasing school funding.” “We’ve already delivered a historic investment in Tagai State College and it has been wonderful to see staff and students from all campuses enjoy their great new facilities.” “Our strong focus on education will continue well into the future thanks to our budget.” Senator McLucas said the National Disability Insurance Scheme, DisabilityCare Australia, is also a centrepiece of the federal budget. “Disability reform has been the goal of so many people over so many years,” Senator McLucas said. “I know local people with disability, their families and carers have fought for years to receive the support they need and deserve. The Gillard Government is proud to establish DisabilityCare Australia and help ensure that all Australians have the opportunity to participate fully in life.” Senator McLucas said there is a clear difference between Labor’s plan for a fairer, stronger, smarter Australia versus Tony Abbott’s plan to cut services and workers to the bone. “We’ve seen what Campbell Newman and the LNP has done to

Queensland. “We can’t afford Tony Abbott’s savage cuts to education, hospitals and infrastructure.” Other local measures in the federal budget include: Canon Boggo Pilot Hostel: $6.2 million will be provided to Aboriginal Hostels Limited (AHL) over two years to undertake capital upgrades to nine of its hostels. This includes $1.32 million for the Canon Boggo Pilot Hostel on Thursday Island which provides boarding accommodation for secondary students to attend high school on Thursday Island. Mosquito Control: $3.9 million over four years to continue funding mosquito control activities including a mosquito control program to prevent the spread of mosquito-borne diseases such as dengue fever in the Torres Strait and to the mainland. Funding will also support communication and coordination between Australia and Papua New Guinea to reduce communicable disease risk in the Torres Strait. Preserving Indigenous Languages: $14 million over four years to extend the Indigenous Languages Support Program to support the maintenance, revival and development of traditional languages and to enable applications for funding from projects based in the Torres Strait Islands. Continuation of Longitudinal Study: $1.3 million over two years to continue our support of the Longitudinal Study of Indigenous Children. The study is tracking the long-term development of more than 1300 Indigenous children in 11 communities, including in the Torres Strait and NPA with the cooperation of their parents and teachers. The project provides policy makers with a strong evidence base to improve the design and delivery of services for Indigenous children in their early years.

Bamaga man charged for entering dwelling with intent to rape A 27-year-old Bamaga man will appear in the Bamaga Magistrate’s Court after being charged following an incident in the Seisia community on Thursday, May 9. Police said it will be alleged that the man gained entry to a Dunalgub Street dwelling just after 1am and disturbed a woman sleeping in the lounge area. He then allegedly grabbed her and a struggle ensued with the victim’s screams alerting a neighbour who gave assistance. The man then left the residence and was located a short time later by police. He was charged with one count each of entering a dwelling with intent and assault with intent to rape and was due to appear in the Bamaga Magistrate’s Court last Thursday.

Fisherman rescue A THURSDAY Island Water Police search and rescue operation has resulted in the safe rescue of a stranded fisherman last Wednesday night. The operation was launched at around 6.20 pm after an EPIRB distress beacon was detected, 14 nautical miles north of Mabuiag Island. The Horn Island-based rescue helicopter located a disabled fishing dinghy which had broken down some miles from its mother vessel. Two other dinghies were subsequently deployed and the stricken vessel and sole occupant were taken under tow, arriving back at the mother ship shortly after 10pm.

NEWS

Adventurer Jason Beachcroft, geared up and ready to go on his mission

Jason Beachcroft’s shot of sunset over Seisia.

A K AYA K E R o n a 15-month odyssey around Australia has described Thursday Island as “beautiful” and “strange location”. Writing on his Facebook page about his brief April 16 stopover on Thursday Island, Jason Beachcroft said: “Thursday Island it’s a strange place. “Quite urban especially compared to what I’ve been seeing. Government organisation and infrastructure. “Strange shops. Feels like Australia’s version of Hong Kong? Just putting it out there. “Beautiful location all the same.” The intrepid Mr Beachcroft is attempting to become the first person to circumnavigate Australia, including Tasmania, in a Sea Kayak in a boat the size of a surf board. His so-called Sea Kayak Australia Expe-

dition departed from Sydney Harbour in January, and has since taken him to exotic locations including Thursday Island and Seisia and Karumba in the Gulf. At the beginning of his journey, Mr Beachcroft posted on his home page that over the following 15 months he intended to follow in the paddle strokes of kayaking legends Paul Caffyn, Freya Hoffimeister and Stuart Trueman on a unique Australian odyssey. “All things going well I will be the first person to circumnavigate in a Sea Kayak all states and territories in Australia. “Yes, Tasmania is back on the map.” He’s recently ridden the waves of tropical Cyclone Zane, and is so most likely ready for some calmer weather. He reached Weipa on April 22.

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Representatives of the College will visit communities in the Torres Strait to conduct enrolment interviews for this year and 2014 Wednesday 29th May

Thursday 30th May

Friday 31st May

Saturday 1st June

Bamaga Resort

11am – 2pm

Hammond Island

6pm

Warraber Island

9.15am – 12.15pm

Iama Island

1.15pm – 4.15pm

Poruma Island

5pm – 7pm

Mer Island

10am – 1pm

Erub Island

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Boigu Island

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Saibai Island

10.15am – 11.15am

Mabuiag Island

12.15pm – 2pm

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Thursday Island - Our Lady of the Sacred Heart School

11am – 1pm

To book an interview or for further information: Phone 4096 1444 or 4096 1485

www.msb.qld.edu.au Self-photo of kayaker Jason Beachcroft. Torres News

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mothers’ day @ the jardine pHOTOS: MARK bOUSEN

Trish Cox, Lency Loban and Maisie Mosby.

Michelle Sieber, Kate Van Derssen and Jasmin Cazzulno.

A large group celebrating Mother’s Day at the Jardine Motel were (from left): Matilda Loban, Margo Mills, Atai Sam, Michelle McNicoll, Heidi Eastcott, Dalassa Yorkston, Mena Bani, Manar Misi and Petharie Bani.

Joyah Nona and Flo Dorante.

Cherry Perry and Napa-Grace Mafi.

Sabrina Akee and Pauline Ahwang.

Jaimee and Sooty Hislop, nursing baby Poppi in his lap.

Noretta Ketchell (left), Meiko Stephen and Tammy Collins.

Margaret Cowley and Silen David.

Enjoying themselves are Ina Titasey (left) and Cessa Nakata.

Rosie Ware (left), Allen Godfrey and Liz Ware.

Suberia Bowie, May Assan and Leitha Assan. Page 12 Torres News

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BAHA’I ladies on Thursday Island celebrated and enjoyed Mother’s Day with a lunch at the Baha’i Centre on Thursday Island. They were.- Front row (from left): Ina Apuita, Janelle Gebadi and Salome Bon. Back row (from left): Barbara Stephen, May Nona, Dulcie Kepa, Margaret Gabey, Mona Spottiswoode and Alison Gebadi. Photo MARK BOUSEN

MOTHERSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; DAY CRUISE - 10 mAY

Sandra Pilot, Edna Sambo and Melissa Pilot.

Shirley Yusia, Ada Brown and Camilla Sabatino.

Latoya and Faylene Nakata.

Tash Rennie, Julia Dickenson and Leitha Assan.

Sylvia Whittaker, Betty Tekahika and Jennifer Majid.

Joyce Cowley and Emily Majid.

From left: Corrine Newman, Jo Moloney, Enid Ketchell, Mariah Mosby and Olive Yusia.

Sharon Laifoo, Beauty Pearson and Nancy Pearson.

Yuriko Nakachi, Latoya Nakata and Jo Moloney.

Hostess Sharon Sabatino with David Sabatino who was kept busy serving drinks. Pilot was Tyrone Yatta and Bertram Pearson was the deckhand for the cruise.

Maryper Ware, Sue Frantom and Elmane Breytenbach.

Sylvia Tabua, Georgina Tabua and Regina Turner.

MURA Kosker Sorority hosted a Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day cruise aboard the Hammond Island ferry MV Fitzroy on Friday night, May 10. About 55 ladies took part in a wonderful night of social inter-action and entertainment during the two-hour cruise around the harbour.

Tahnya Morgan, Nancy Novita and Natalie Catlin.

Joyah Nona and Dinah Sailor.

Frances Cameron, Diana Russell, Dorothy Hogan and Nola Ward Page. Torres News

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Kadhego Ngurpay Lag

Recently, parents went back to school and watched a lesson with their students. The students were very excited to have their parents join in their learning and it was fantastic to see parents getting involved with the lesson and helping. When the bell rang at 5.00 pm, students lined up and entered the class with parents following. Consolidations were done with students revising content which has already been explicitly taught. This is to move the knowledge from short term memory to long term memory. After consolidations, the current maths content was taught using the I do, We do, You do approach. The teacher introduces and demonstrates the content (I do), then students do the content supported by the teacher (We do), when the students are ready, they do the task independently (You do). Once school was released everyone enjoyed a sausage sizzle and was able to talk to the teachers and teacher-aides. After such a successful lesson parents are wanting to come and help in the class more often. A volunteer parent of a child attending the school does not need a Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian, Working With Children Card, commonly known as a Blue Card to help in their child’s class.

Technology Tips for Parents

Cybersafety and cyberbullying are important topics we should all be talking about with our children.With the popularity of social media sites like Facebook, comes a danger to our kids that we cannot always monitor. Discuss ways to keep information private through privacy settings on Facebook: use the drop down arrow next to “home” on your Facebook Koeyma eso to all the students and parents who came to make the night a big success page. Here you can edit how and to all the staff of Kadhego Ngurpay Lag for their enthusiasm and dedication to you connect – click edit settings your children. and see what people can see of your page. You should have all your folders and pictures set to “friends only”. Another discussion to have with children is what they should post on Facebook; giving too much information about themselves can be dangerous. It can also be too easy to say nasty things to other people without realising how much harm they are doing. Cyber bullying is a After a very busy Term 1, Badhulgaw Ngurpay Lag has started off what is going to be serious issue and can lead to our children suffering mental an even busier term 2. illness or instances of self-harm. We finished last term on a high after our parent meeting around behaviour at the Because smartphones allow us school. Around 50 parents, community members and agency representatives met 24/7 access to the internet and in the school library to discuss our children’s behaviour and come up with ideas on games, it is not uncommon for how we can all work together to make sure that every child is learning every day. It children to stay up all night was a workshop style meeting facilitated by Tagai Student Services personnel. Thank without us realising. Children you to Dorothy Hogan and Taum Nona. The feedback was extremely positive and we need at least eight hours sleep now have some strategies that we are going to put in place this term. Thank you to all to be able to function effectively those who came along to make this such a successful meeting. Children have started at school so setting rules like turning their phones off and the term well, getting straight back into their learning. Students are focussed and handing them in to you at night working hard especially in the college focus areas of reading and number. Also, we could be a good idea to help have the Yr 3, 5 and 7 students working through NAPLAN preparation activities. them have a good night’s sleep.

Badhulgaw Ngurpay Lag

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ATTENDANCE REPORT Term 2, Week 4 Atendance Campuses that achieved 90% and above Dauan Erub Kadhego Kubin Mabuygiw Malu Kiyay Mer Narupay Ugar Warraber

99% 96% 93% 93% 95% 94% 92% 94% 100% 98%

Every Day Counts… When parents expect children to be absent from any classroom activity, please contact your campus and inform staff of this absence. We want student attendance records to be accurate and authorised by parents.

St Pauls Ngurpay Lag

St Pauls students were involved in the filming of a DVD which showcased our students singing cultural songs and performing cultural dances. Karl Neuenfeldt, the producer of the TSRA recording project, arrived at St Pauls with a production team to record our students. All of the students from years 2 to 7 participated in the recording of the songs with 15 students being chosen to perform the cultural dances. Mrs Kathy Mene, was instrumental in ensuring the St Pauls students were prepared for this event. Mrs Mene was supported by Teacher Aides Rebecca Solomon and Gina Uiduldam who helped coach and prepare the children for this occasion. This project was supported by the community and it was delightful to see so many parents, teachers and members of the community, come along to watch the students being filmed during their performance on the beach. Everyone is looking forward to receiving the completed DVD and a community event is being organised for the first viewing of the completed project.

100% Student Attendance for Term 1

Kadhego Ngurpay Lag

Johsan Daniel Katherine Akiba, Leeroy Koeget Andrea Tabuai, Francis Akiba, Adrianna Namaibai, Michael Dau, Paul Akiba, Daniella Kabai

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Monalisa Anau, Arazie Dau, Billy Dau, Elizabeth Dau, Kasaca Dau, Rosemary Dau, Faith Gibuma,Ryda Marama, Wilford Matthew, Peggy Pabai, Wellinton Richard, Gary Tom, Wal Tom, Wilson Tom

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Malachi Billy, Cecilia Mosby-Anson, Nesta Nai, Natahlia Mosby, Joshua Mabo , Gibson Mosby, Keijan Mabo, Telisha Mabo, Kaelan Uechtritz

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TORRES STRAIT 12&U BASKETBALLERS RETURN FROM PENINSULA 12&U CHAMPIONSHIPS

Boys and girls teams have returned after competing in the annual Peninsula Region Championships in Cairns. The girls team was particularly strong this year and finished third out of the six teams. Three of the girls were chosen to attend the selection clinic the following day – Alion Guiga, Clarissa Laifoo and Kahjyjah Mola. Clarissa’s speed was on show both days and she was named as first shadow for the Peninsula Team. Alion was unlucky not be selected in the final team as her play on both days was outstanding. The boys team did not have the tall players that most other teams had, especially Cairns. The team won only one game but went close in a couple of others. The boys played with a lot spirit and determination. A big thank you to TSY&RSA for their financial support, and to coaches/supervisors Wally Shibasaki, Lisa Nona, Lasmintan Ah Boo and Yancy Laifoo, not only for their contribution to the trip but also for all the training in the lead-up to this event.

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NPA College Bamaga Campus Crazy Hat Parade 2013

Northern Peninsula Area State College News

Bamaga Primary was alive with colour during our annual ‘Crazy Hat Parade’, held in the last week of Term One. The kids (and teachers!) worked hard to create the craziest hat they could! Our 3 judges - Mr Kerley, Miss Margie and Miss Aza found it very hard to pick the 3 most fabulous hats from each class. The children had so much fun showing off their hats and dancing to the music in front of all their friends. Miss Coleiro did a wonderful job of being our ‘MC’ and made sure everyone used their best dance moves! It was also great to see lots of families join us to cheer on their kids. Our winners were grinners as they had a large selection of prizes to choose from - generously donated by New Mapoon General Store, Ibis, Dreamtime and Cape York Traders. Everyone had a great time and we all left with a big smile on our face.

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Prep Classes Visit Post Office Last term, the Prep classes at Bamaga Primary learnt all about letters. They wrote a letter to their families and then posted them with some assistance! They had to buy their own stamps, put them on the envelopes and put them inside the post box. The students also got to go on a walk-through out the back of the post office to see how the incoming and out going mail is sorted. The Prep Classes had a lot of fun and really enjoyed receiving their letter in the mail! Miss Cathcart & Miss Crummer Prep. Teachers at Bamaga Campus

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THURSDAY 23

6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:30 Business Today 10:00 Children’s Programs 11:00 World’s Greenest Homes 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 Family Fortunes 1:00 The Genius Of Design 2:00 i, Spry: The Rise And Fall Of A Master Spy 3:00 Children’s Programs 5:00 Eggheads 5:30 ABC News: Early Edition 6:00 Time Team 6:55 Clarke And Dawe 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 The Checkout 8:30 Kirstie’s Vintage Home: Amber & Colin 9:20 Stephen Fry: Gadget Man: Work Made Easy 9:50 Grumpy Guide To...: Work 10:15 Lateline 10:50 The Business 11:20 On Trial (Part 2): A Difference Of Opinion: The murder trial into the brutal killing of Alana Dakin continues and the defence case begins. 12:20 The Clinic 1:15 Time Team 2:00 Cheese Slices: England 2:30 Football: WAFL: Round 9: Subiaco Vs Perth 5:30 Cheese Slices

6:00 Today 9:00 Mornings 11:00 National Morning News 12:00 The Ellen Degeneres Show 1:00 Danoz 2:00 TBA 3:00 National News Now 4:00 Extra 4:30 National Afternoon News 5:30 Hot Seat 6:00 National News 6:30 A Current Affair 7:00 TBA 8:30 The NRL Footy Show 10:30 Arrow: An Innocent Man - Arrow asks Laurel to help him prove that an innocent man is being framed for murder. Meanwhile, Walter investigates a $2.6 million withdrawal that Moira made without his knowledge. 11:30 The AFL Footy Show - The Logie award-winning AFL Footy Show celebrates its 20th season, starring Garry Lyon, James Brayshaw, Sam Newman, Billy Brownless and Shane Crawford. 1:30 Extra 2:00 Danoz 2:30 Brand Developers 3:30 Good Morning America 5:00 National Early Morning News 5:30 Today

6:00 Sunrise 9:00 The Morning Show 11:30 Seven Morning News 12:00 Movie: “The Killing Secret (M v,a) 2:00 Winners And Losers 3:00 Dr Oz 4:00 New Zealand On Plate 5:30 Deal Or No Deal 6:00 Seven News 6:30 Today Tonight 7:00 Home And Away 8:00 TBA 8:30 Mrs.Brown’s Boys: Mammy Swings 9:10 Citizen Khan 9:50 Mrs.Brown’s Boys: New Mammy 10:30 Billy Connolly: Journey To The Edge Of The World - Billy Connolly continues his entertaining journey through the remote regions of Canada. On this leg of the trip, he heads to Baffin Island, home of the hardy Inuit, and explores some of the most spectacular and remote scenery on Earth, taking a helicopter ride into a national park in the Arctic Circle. 11:30 Man Up!: Letting Go 12:00 House Calls To The Rescue 1:00 Home Shopping 4:00 NBC Today 5:00 Seven Early News / 5:30 Sunrise Extra

5:00 World News 1:00 Food Lovers’ Guide To Australia 1:30 Madeleine Peyroux: The Blue Room 2:30 My Family Feast: Indian 3:00 France 24 International News 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Global Village: Indian Fishing Camp 6:00 Climbing Great Buildings: Imperial War Museum 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Shane Delia’s Spice Journey 8:00 The Little Paris Kitchen 8:35 The Spice Trip: Zanzibar: Cloves 9:30 One Born Every Minute USA: The Family Feud 10:30 World News Australia 11:00 Erotic Tales: Angela 11:35 Erotic Tales: No. 23 Or How The Honey Spoon Got Between The Sheets 12:10 Movie: “Estomago: A Gastronomic Story” (MAV n,l,s,n) After landing a job in a diner to pay for his meal, a tramp proves to be a talented cook as he works his way up in the hospitality world and falls for a prostitute who is taken with his culinary skills. 2:10 Weatherwatch Overnight

FRIDAY 24

6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:30 Business Today 10:00 Children’s Programs 11:30 One Plus One 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 Last Of The Summer Wine 1:00 Poirot 2:00 Bed Of Roses 3:00 Children’s Programs 5:00 Eggheads 5:30 ABC News: Early Edition 6:00 Time Team 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 QLD 8:00 Who’s Been Sleeping In My House?: The Sheiling - Adam Ford must get to the bottom of The Sheiling’s true age, reveal who lies buried in an unmarked grave, investigate strange carvings in the wall and determine who saved this historically significant house from wrack and ruin. 8:30 Silent Witness: Legacy (Part 1) - In part one of a double episode, Nikki and Jack are under pressure when a teenager’s remains are discovered and are halting an eco-housing project. Meanwhile, Leo is trapped in a dangerous hospital siege. 9:30 Good Cop 10:30 Lateline 11:05 Lowdown: Project Runway 11:35 Rage

6:00 Today 9:00 Mornings 11:00 National Morning News 12:00 The Ellen Degeneres Show 1:00 Danoz 2:00 TBA 3:00 National News Now 4:00 Extra 4:30 National Afternoon News 5:30 Hot Seat 6:00 National News 6:30 A Current Affair 7:00 TBA 7:30 Friday Night Football: Wests Tigfers Vs North Queensland Cowboys 9:30 Friday Night Football: Centerbury Bulldogs Vs Brisbane Broncos 11:30 Movie: “The Outlaw - Josey Wales” (AV v) - Based on a novel by Forrest Carter. An ex-confederate soldier seeks vengeance when his family and home are destroyed during the KansasMissouri border wars. 2:10 Movie: “Little Shop Of Horrors” (M a,d) - A monster musical black comedy about an extraordinary triangle involving a flower shop employee named Seymour, his whimsical co-worker Audrey and a plant nicknamed Audrey II - whose growth-rate is surpassed only by its peculiar appetite. 4:00 Brand Developers 4:30 Good Morning America

6:00 Sunrise 9:00 The Morning Show 11:30 Seven Morning News 12:00 Movie: “The Memory Keeper’s Daughter” (M) 2:00 Winners And Losers 3:00 Dr Oz 4:00 New Zealand On A Plate 4:30 Seven News At 4.30 5:30 Deal Or No Deal 6:00 Seven News 6:30 Today Tonight 7:00 Better Homes And Gardens 8:30 2013 AFL Premiership Season: Rnd 9: Collingwood Vs Sydney 11:00 Movie: “Along Came Polly” (M s) - Risk-averse New Yorker Reuben Feffer is a recently married guy who always follows the rules and always plays it safe. When his wife dumps him on their honeymoon for a beefy scuba instructor, a humiliated Reuben retreats even deeper into his shell. 1:00 Desperate Housewives: How About A Friendly Shrink? Lynette refuses to go to couples therapist and Katherine is seeing her own psychiatrist. / The Glamorous Life - Gaby and Angie challenge each other’s parenting skills and Susan befriends a stripper and takes her under her wing. 3:00 Home Shopping 4:00 NBC Today

5:00 World News 1:00 Food Lovers’ Guide To Australia 1:30 Don Matteo: Clause 23 2:30 Living Black 3:00 France 24 International News 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Global Village: The Peoples Train 6:00 Britain’s Best Drivers 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Urban Secrets: London 8:30 Climbed Every Mountain: The Story Behind The Sound Of Music 9:35 As It Happened: World War Two: 1941 And The Man Of Steel 10:30 World News Australia 11:05 Movie: “Manual Of Love 2” (M s,l,n,v) - In Italian. A radio DJ invites listeners to call in and tell their love stories. What follows are the stories of four different kinds of relationships. 12:45 Movie: “Empire Of The Wolves” (MAV v) - In French and Turkish. Jean Reno stars in this fast paced action thriller in the vein of The Bourne Identity. Two police officers scour the underworld of Paris to investigate a series of brutal murders. The case leads them to a mysterious Turkish far-right group called the Grey Wolves. 3:00 Weatherwatch Overnight

SATURDAY 25

6:00 Rage 10:30 Rage: Guest Programmer: Liars 11:30 7.30 QLD 12:00 Australian Story 12:30 The Checkout 1:00 Two In The Top End 1:30 Navy Divers: Out With A Bang 2:00 Time Team 3:30 Movie: “A Kid For Two Farthings” (PG) 5:00 Midsomer Murders: The Maid In Splendour 6:30 Gardening Australia 7:00 ABC News 7:30 Death In Paradise: A body found floating in a pool presents a complex case for DI Poole’s team. Everything points to suicide but Richard is not content with this hypothesis. 8:30 DCI Banks: Friend Of The Devil - Detective Cabbot investigates when a woman is found murdered on the moors. As the identity of the victim is established, it becomes apparent any number of suspects may have had a reason to want her dead. 10:00 Adam Hills Tonight: Fresh from hosting his hit UK talk show, The Last Leg, comedian Adam Hills returns for the new season of Adam Hills Tonight - a one hour chat show filled with celebrity guests, clever comedy and live music. 11:00 Rage Guest Programmer: Liars 5:00 Rage: New Release Music Videos. For information about rage playlists visit the website: abc.net.au/rage

6:00 Bubble Guppies 6:30 Dora The Explorer 7:00 Weekend Today - Saturday 10:00 Mornings - Saturday 12:00 Danoz 1:00 Movie: “Agatha Christie’s Murder On The Orient Express” (PG v,s) 3:30 Anthony Bourdian: No Reservations: Cuba 4:30 Discover Downunder 5:00 4WD TV - 4WD TV covers all of the up to date news, products and events within the diverse Australian and NZ 4WD scene. 5:30 Getaway: Jason takes his dad on an epic adventure and treks mount Everest in Nepal, Olivia Newtown-John shows Natalie around her luxury health retreat near Byron Bay while Catriona bids farewell to her magnificent cruise through France and jets to Barcelona in Spain. 6:00 National News Saturday 6:30 TBA 12:30 Movie: “The Cowboys” (M v) - After his ranch-hands desert him to follow a gold strike, a veteran rancher gives eleven boys the chance to become men in a big cattle drive. Starring John Wayne, Bruce Dern, Colleen Dewhurst, Slim Pickens, Lonny Chapman. 3:00 The Baron 4:00 Brand Developers 5:00 Life Today With James Robinson / 5:30 Wesley Impact

6:00 Saturday Disney 7:00 Weekend Sunrise 10:00 The Morning Show - Weekend 12:00 Dr Oz 1:00 V8 Xtra 1:30 Parking Wars 2:00 TBA 3:00 AFL Premiership Season: Rnd 9: Port Adelaide Vs Geelong 6:00 Seven News 6:30 World’s Strictest Parents 7:30 AFL Premiership Season: Rnd 9: Brisbane Vs Carlton 10:30 I Just Want My Pants Back: Pilot - Follows the journey of a group of young twenty-somethings, who are trying to make a life for themselves in New York City, while struggling with sex, love, careers and friendships. 11:00 World’s Wildest Police Videos 1:00 Movie: “Deranged” (M v,s) - An eccentric psychiatrist, aiming to be in the spotlight, is not willing to let anyone or anything get in her way. 3:00 Harry’s Practice 3:30 It Is Written Oceania 4:00 Home Shopping 5:00 That ‘70s Show: Whole Lotta Love / Battle Of Evermore - Kelso tries to undermine Hyde by giving Jackie a beautiful sweater for her birthday.

5:00 Korean News 1:00 San Remo Song Festival 2013 2:55 Hollywood: Between Paranoia And Science Fiction 4:00 Budding Stars of the Paris Opera Ballet: Worlds Apart 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Who Do You Think You Are?: Carol Vorderman 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 James May’s Toy Stories 2: The Great Train Race 8:30 RocKwiz: Blusfest Special 9:30 Movie: “Snowtown” (MAV a,v,l) - Based on true events, 16-year-old Jamie falls in with his mother’s new boyfriend and his crowd of self-appointed neighbourhood watchmen, a relationship that leads to a spree of torture and murder. 11:45 Movie: “Out Of The Blue” (MAV v) - A powerful and haunting film based on the Aramoana massacre of 1990 where local recluse David Gray shot 13 people dead before going into hiding on the outskirts of the small New Zealand seaside village. As he stalked his victims the terrified and confused residents were trapped in the village for 24 hours while a handful of under-resourced and underarmed local policemen risked their lives trying to find him and save the survivors. 1:35 South Park / 2:30 Weatherwatch Overnight

SUNDAY 26

SBS

6:00 Rage 6:30 Children’s Programs 9:00 Insiders 10:00 Inside Business 10:30 Offsiders 11:00 Asia Pacific Focus 11:30 Songs Of Praise: The Causeway Coast 12:00 Landline 1:00 Gardening Australia 1:30 Annabel Langbein: The Free Range Cook: Crispy Pork Belly 2:00 The History Of Safari With Richard E. Grant 3:00 The Romantics: Nature 4:00 Metropolis: Singapore 4:30 Flights Of Fancy: Denver 5:00 Chris Humfrey’s Wild Life 5:30 Deadly 60: South Africa 1 6:00 Antiques Master: Second Semi-Final 6:30 Compass: Holy Switch 7:00 ABC News 7:30 Whitlam: The Power And The Passion 8:30 Cliffy 10:00 Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired 11:40 Radiohead: The King Of Limbs Live 12:35 Movie: “Rosemary’s Baby” (M h,v) - After unwittingly becoming friendly with diabolists, an actor’s wife is impregnated by the Devil. 2:50 Movie: “The Tenant” (M a,s,v) - A displaced person becomes convinced that his fellow lodgers are out to murder him. 5:00 Gardening Australia 5:30 Antiques Master

6:00 Children’s Programs 7:00 Weekend Today 10:00 Financial Review Sunday 10:30 Wide World Of Sports 11:30 Sunday Footy Show 1:30 Broncos Insider 2:00 2013 Intrust Super Cup 4:00 Imparja’s Sunday Football: Parramatta Eels Vs Gold Coast Titans 6:00 National News Sunday 6:30 The Block Sky High 7:30 60 Minutes 8:30 House Husbands: Justin struggles to deal with everyday life without Nicola. Justin’s twins suggest a unique ceremony to farewell their mother and Abi makes a life-changing decision that creates an embarrassing problem for Rhys. 9:30 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation: Backfire - Russell searches for a way to connect with a 6-year-old girl who is the sole survivor and only witness of a triple homicide. 10:30 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation: Countermeasures 11:30 The Block Sky High 12:30 What Would You Do? 1:30 Spyforce 2:30 Danoz 3:00 Brand Developers 4:00 Good Morning America - Sunday 5:00 National Early Morning News / 5:30 Today

6:00 Fish Hooks 6:30 Jake And The Never Land Pirates 7:00 Weekend Sunrise 10:00 AFL Game Day 11:30 TBA 1:30 Footy Flashbacks 3:00 2013 AFL Premiership Season Rnd 9: North Melbourne Vs Adelaide 6:00 Seven News 6:30 TBA 7:30 TBA 8:30 A Place To Call Home: Day Of Atonement - With a religious occasion approaching, Sarah performs a spiritual cleansing in the local creek that’s unfortunately witnessed by Doris Collins. 9:00 TBA 11:30 Fairly Legal: Start Me Up - After her first night of homelessness, Kate wakes up on the office couch to learn that there’s a new case headed her way, courtesy of Justin. 12:30 I Just Want My Pants Back: Baby Monkeys 1:00 This Rugged Coast: Island Of Hidden Skulls 2:00 Home Shopping 3:00 NBC Today 4:00 NBC Meet The Press 5:00 Sunrise Extra 5:30 Seven Early News

4:15 Champions League Final 7:00 World News 1:00 Al Jazeera News 1:30 Living Black 2:00 Speedweek 4:00 2013 Superbike World Championship 4:30 FIFA Futbol Mundial 5:00 Netball: ANZ Championship Highlights 5:30 UEFA Champions League Final Highlights 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Lost Worlds: A History Of Ancient Britain: Age Of Ice - A voyage of discovery through the world of prehistoric Britain, from the glacial wasteland of 12,000 BC to the glories of the Stone Age. Tapping into the latest scientific work, historian Neil Oliver uncovers how our ancestors emerged from the last ice age; how agriculture really came to Britain; and the tipping points that changed the course of history. 8:30 Jabbed: Love, Fear and Vaccines 10:10 One Lucky Elephant 11:15 Movie: “Noise” (MA v,l) - The community is left reeling after a multiple shooting on a suburban train in Melbourne’s innerwest. A young cop, beset with doubt and afflicted with tinnitus, is pitched into the chaos that follows this tragic event. 1:40 Weatherwatch Overnight / 3:15 Coppa Italia Final

MONDAY 27

7 CENTRAL

6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:30 Business Today 10:00 Children’s Programs 11:00 Landline 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 Travel Oz 1:00 Monash: The Forgotten Anzac 2:00 Parliament Question Time 3:00 Children’s Programs 5:00 Eggheads 5:30 ABC News: Early Edition 6:00 Time Team: Gateholm 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 Australian Story 8:30 Four Corners 9:20 Media Watch 9:35 Q&A 10:35 Lateline 11:10 The Business 11:35 Outcasts: Missing expeditioner Josie Hunter returns to the settlement but is changed and alleged to be violent. Tate and Stella must find out what is behind this altered Josie and what is happening on Carpathia. 12:35 Monday Monday: Roger is excited that his wife Clara is finally coming up to Leeds to spend some time with him. 1:25 Parliament Question Time: The House Of Representatives 2:25 Time Team: Gateholm 3:30 Rugby Union: Shute Shield: Round 8: Teams TBA 5:30 Cheese Slices

6:00 Today 9:00 Mornings 11:00 National Morning News 12:00 The Ellen Degeneres Show 1:00 Danoz 2:00 The Block Sky High 3:00 National News Now 4:00 Extra 4:30 National Afternoon News 5:30 Hot Seat 6:00 National News 6:30 A Current Affair 7:00 The Block Sky High 7:30 The Voice 9:30 Major Crimes: Before And After 10:30 Person Of Interest: Relevance 11:30 The Block Sky High 12:00 Worst Case Scenario: Mountain Bike Disaster / Run For Your Life - After a mountain biker is thrown over a cliff in an accident, Bear must use his ingenuity to pull the man to safety by creating a makeshift pulley system with his bicycle. 12:30 Extra 1:00 The Avengers: The Correct Way To Kill 2:00 Danoz 2:30 Brand Developers 3:30 Good Morning America 5:00 National Early Morning News / 5:30 Today

6:00 Sunrise 9:00 The Morning Show 11:30 Seven Morning News 12:00 Movie: “Return” (M a,v) 2:00 Winners And Losers 3:00 Dr Oz 4:00 Surf Patrol 4:30 Seven News 5:30 Deal Or No Deal 6:00 Seven News 6:30 Today Tonight 7:00 Home And Away - Casey is in remand and tells the police that he doesn’t know anything about the money and the gun in the flat. After seeing the world of pain that she has caused for Brax and Casey, Ricky’s guilt is beginning to eat away at her. 7:30 TBA 8:30 Revenge: Masquerade 9:30 Grey’s Anatomy: Sleeping Monster / Do You Believe In Magic - Bailey finds herself at the centre of a CDC investigation surrounding the death of several of her patients, as Jackson and the rest of the board members argue over how to address the crisis publicly. 11:30 Private Practice: Full Release 12:30 Harry’s Practice 1:00 Home Shopping 3:30 Sons And Daughters 4:00 NBC Today 5:00 Sunrise Extra / 5:30 Seven Early News

5:35 World News 1:00 CQ - Indigenous Cultural Intelligence 2:00 Eye For Architecture 3:00 France 24 International News 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 FIFA Futbol Mundial 5:00 Massive Moves: River Rescue 5:30 Global Village: White Gold Of The Afar 6:00 Britain’s Best Drives: North Wales 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Mythbusters: Crash Cushion - Adam and Jamie test the movie myth that a convict sandwiched between two chubby cops survived after their car was T-boned by a truck. According to the movie, the impact was cushioned by the padded policemen, but is this just filmic physics or could larger than life passengers really save your neck? Meanwhile, Kari, Tory and Grant take their foot off the gas as they find out if ‘hypermiling’ could double your mileage, and double your savings at the petrol pump. 8:30 Into The Mind: Mind Control 9:30 Mad Man: The Beautiful Girls 10:25 World News Australia 11:30 Shorts On Screen: At The Formal 12:05 Movie: “Death Note” (M v,h) / 2:25 Weatherwatch Overnight

TUESDAY 28

IMPARJA

6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:30 Business Today 10:00 Children’s Programs 11:00 Big Ideas 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 Compass: Holy Switch 1:00 Q&A 2:00 Parliament Question Time 3:00 Children’s Programs 5:00 Eggheads 5:30 ABC News: Early Edition 6:00 Time Team: Bitterley 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 Croc College 8:30 New Tricks: Powerhouse 9:30 At The Movies 10:00 Jennifer Byrne Presents: Margaret Atwood - Multi-award winner, including the Booker Prize, this venerated writer has a stellar literary career. Achieving her first publication at just 20, Atwood won her first award at 22 and now has over 50 titles published. 10:30 Lateline 11:05 The Business 11:30 Four Corners 12:20 Media Watch 12:35 Parliament Question Time: The House Of Representatives 1:35 Time Team: Bitterley 2:30 Football: VFL: Round 7: Melbourne Vs Coberg 5:30 Cheese Slices

6:00 Today 9:00 Mornings 11:00 National Morning News 12:00 The Ellen Degeneres Show 1:00 Danoz 2:00 The Block Sky High 2:30 The New Adventures Of Old Christine 3:00 National News Now 4:00 Extra 4:30 National Afternoon News 5:30 Hot Seat 6:00 National News 6:30 A Current Affair 7:00 The Block Sky High 8:00 Celebrity Apprentice: Light Projection Challenge For Blackberry - The celebs will use their BlackBerry’s to shoot video and stills. It’s up to the teams to come up with a creative concept to get the brand message across and successfully communicate it to their light projection. 9:30 TBA 12:00 The Block Sky High 1:00 Extra 1:30 Danoz Direct 2:00 Brand Developers 3:30 Good Morning America 5:00 National Early Morning News 5:30 Today

6:00 Sunrise 9:00 The Morning Show 11:30 Seven Morning News 12:00 Movie: “Charlie Wilson’s War” (M v,d,l,n) 2:00 Winners And Losers 3:00 Dr Oz 4:00 Surf Patrol 4:30 Seven News 5:30 Deal Or No Deal 6:00 Seven News 6:30 Today Tonight 7:00 Home And Away - Marilyn is finding it difficult to take a step back from John and Jett. Kyle confronts Ricky about her involvement with Casey’s arrest. Bianca convinces Rosie to stay in school. 7:30 TBA 8:30 Packed To The Rafters: Manning Up 9:30 Border Security: International 10:00 Travel Unravelled 10:30 Cougar Town 11:00 The Mindy Project 11:30 Happy Endings: Bros Before Bros 12:00 Love Bites 1:00 Home Shopping 4:00 NBC Today 5:00 Seven Early News 5:30 Sunrise Extra

5:00 World News 1:00 About Women: The Fertile Years 2:00 Tropic Of Cancer: Western Sahara to Libya 3:00 France 24 International News 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Global Village: Australia: The Majestic East Coast 6:00 Britain’s Best Drives: North Cornish Coast 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Who Do You Think You Are? Robin Gibb 8:30 Insight 9:30 Dateline 10:30 World News Australia 11:00 Movie: “The Matchmaker” (M s,l) During the summer of 1968, young Arik Burstein goes to work for a matchmaker who has survived the Holocaust. As Arik begins to learn the personal stories of his new clients, he comes to appreciate the restorative power of love. 1:10 Anna Pihl - (M d,l) - In her personal hunt for the men responsible for selling the pills that poisoned Tobias, Mikala gets further and further out of her depth. 2:05 Weatherwatch Overnight

WEDNESDAY 29

ABC

6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:30 Business Today 10:00 Children’s Programs 11:00 Big Ideas 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 National Press Club Address 1:30 At The Movies 2:00 Parliament Question Time 3:00 Children’s Programs 5:00 Eggheads 5:30 ABC News: Early Edition 6:00 Time Team: Dunwich 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 QI: Jeopardy 8:30 Adam Hills Tonight - Fresh from hosting his hit UK talk show, The Last Leg, comedian Adam Hills returns for the new season of Adam Hills Tonight - a one hour chat show filled with celebrity guests, clever comedy and live music. 9:30 Would I Lie To You? 10:00 The Hollowmen: The Ambassador 10:30 Lateline 11:05 The Business 11:35 Waking The Dead: End Of The Night (Part 2) 12:25 Parliament Question Time: The House Of Representatives 1:30 Agatha Christie’s Parners In Crime: The Crackler 2:30 Football: SANFL: Round 8: Eagles Vs Glenelg 5:30 Cheese Slices

6:00 Today 9:00 Mornings 11:00 National Morning News 12:00 The Ellen Degeneres Show 1:00 Danoz 2:00 The Block Sky High 3:00 National News Now 4:00 Extra 4:30 National Afternoon News 5:30 Hot Seat 6:00 National News 6:30 A Current Affair 7:00 The Block Sky High 8:00 Big Bang Theory: The Beta Test Initiation 8:30 Arrow: Damaged 9:30 The Following: The Curse 10:30 The Block Sky High 11:30 Weeds: Game-Played - Nancy has problems adapting to life and her fellow felons at the halfway house, and her sister Jill doesn’t help matters when she springs a sudden surprise on her. 12:00 20/20 1:00 Extra 1:30 Danoz 2:00 Brand Developers 3:30 Good Morning America 5:00 National Early Morning News / 5:30 Today

6:00 Sunrise 9:00 The Morning Show 11:30 Seven Morning News 12:00 Movie: “Stolen From The Heart” (M a,v) 2:00 Winners And Losers 3:00 Dr Oz 4:00 Surf Patrol 4:30 Seven News 5:30 Deal Or No Deal 6:00 Seven News 6:30 Today Tonight 7:00 Home And Away: Marilyn lies to get out of dinner with John, Heath is finally convinced someone is out to get the Braxtons and Indi runs the gym into debt while paying for the private investigator. 7:30 TBA 8:30 TBA 10:30 Hannibal: Sorbet - Jack has Will profile the murder of a man in a hotel room, discovered dead in a bathtub with his kidney removed. 11:30 Man Up! 12:00 The Take 1:00 Home Shopping 3:30 Sons And Daughters 4:00 NBC Today 5:00 Seven Early News 5:30 Sunrise Extra

5:00 World News 1:00 Insight 2:00 Dateline 3:00 France 24 International News 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Global Village: The Revived Monastery 6:00 Britain’s Best Drives: Lake District 6:30 World News Australia 7:35 Jimmy’s Forest: Autumn 8:30 Extreme Frontiers: Canada - Adventurer Charley Boorman continues his journey across Canada, the world’s second largest country, by motorbike. 9:30 Borgen: State Visit 10:35 World News Australia 11:10 Movie: “Caramel” (M a) - Lebanon’s official entry at the 2008 Academy Awards takes a vibrant and intricate look at the lives and relationships of five Christian and Muslim women who work at, and frequent, a Beirut beauty salon. 12:55 Movie: “Sympathy For Lady Vengeance” (MAV v,s) - Beautiful Lee Guem-ja is finally out of jail after thirteen years imprisonment for the kidnap and murder of a six-year-old boy. She can now start to seek revenge on the man who was really responsible for the boy’s death. 3:00 Weatherwatch Overnight

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CROSSWORD No. 149

SUDOKU No. 149

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TAURUS (April 21st - May 21st)

A get-together with a close friend will be extremely helpful. You may have forgotten just how much you rely on their insight. Show them you care! Romance. A meeting with a “platonic friend” could change your relationship with this person. Be aware of your mannerisms!

GEMINI (May 22nd - June 21st) The Moon/Venus Midpoint moving through your sign will help to put your back on track. You have strayed from recent projects and need to return to them! Romance. You’ll be completely in touch with your partner’s emotions. There could be some ups and downs this week!

CANCER (June 22nd - July 23rd)

FOR KIDS

Your enthusiasm will help to propel you forward this week. However, it is important that you are completely clear about what you want. Romance. You will be in the mood for an adjustment at the moment. Everything is going well, but you would beneﬁt from small changes.

LEO (July 24th - August 23rd) Once you have made up your mind about something, it will be difﬁcult to change. You need to be more open to other options! Romance. You will be in the mood for some serious relaxation this week. Both you and your partner have worked hard recently and deserve some rest.

VIRGO (August 24th - September 23rd)

You may be a little difﬁcult to handle. Try to calm down a bit, if you can. You don’t want to overwhelm your friends. Romance. You will have a lot of initiative this week. This is a better time to spend time alone. Don’t worry about meeting someone from the opposite sex.

LIBRA (September 24th - October 23rd)

FINDWORD No. 149 A LAUGH WITH LOTSA

The Moon/Vesta Midpoint currently in your sign should help you to understand recent events. How you handle this information is yet to be seen. Romance. A chance encounter will show you how much your relationship has improved over the past few weeks. Embrace it!

SCORPIO (October 24th - November 22nd) An old friend will soon be coming back into your life. You will learn a lot about yourself in a very short time. They haven’t changed much. Romance. A relationship which has been “on the boil” for the past two weeks could suddenly boil over. Do your best to prevent this disaster.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23rd - December 21st)

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MUDDY RIVER

You need to make more time for your health. Take a moment to go outside and reconnect with nature. You’ll be pleased! Romance. Your partner might be pessimistic this week. They may need some reassuring, but fortunately will be quickly encouraged by your mood.

CAPRICORN (December 22nd - January 20th) Try not to get too frustrated during your journey to work. If you are not careful, you will lose your patience and this could be dangerous. Romance. Your love-life is in good shape as you and your partner tackle projects together with ease. Don’t be so surprised about this!

AQUARIUS (January 21st - February 19th) You will be rushing about all over the place this week. Use a map and track your route beforehand. Romance. Your love-life will demand more attention than you are able to give it at the moment. Are you prepared to leave some work unﬁnished to ﬁnd the needed time?

PISCES (February 20th - March 20th)

QUOTE OF THE DAY

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Music is the wine that ﬁlls the cup of silence.

– Robert Fripp

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SOLUTIONS No. 149

A burst of energy later in the week will help you to get on top of things. This will be an excellent time for pushing through a difﬁcult change. Romance. This would be a good time to practice your listening skills. Your partner may be feeling ignored lately. Lend an ear!

ARIES (March 21st - April 20th) A comment made by a colleague may surprise you. You probably had no idea they thought the way they do about you. Romance. Your energy levels will be at their highest. This will be an excellent time to make small changes in your personal life. There’s always room to improve.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

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Saturday, December 14, 2013 Tombstone Unveiling of the late

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WEIPA AUTO & MARINE

DATE CLAIMER

CLASSIFIEDS

FAY NONA

is coming to Thursday Island and Bamaga. We will be in the area on

THURSDAY ISLAND Port Kennedy Association

For servicing on all outboards. Pease call 4069 8058 limited spots

Date Claimer

MINI MARKETS Come along and grab a bargain!

Saturday, June 1, 2013 9.00am to 12.00pm port Kennedy Hall

For more information or to book a stall contact the Port Kennedy office on (07) 4069 2306

Saturday, December 14, 2013 at Kubin Village Tombstone Unveiling of Late beloved Rev Salatielu Joe, Late beloved Mrs Cessa Bani (nee Joe), Late beloved Twins Joe and Nai.

Port Kennedy Association Inc. Douglas Street – Thursday Island

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ITEC Employment

102 Douglas Street Thursday Island, Queensland 4875

JOB SPOT

Inner Islands  Workplace Health and Safety Officer/Facilities Coordinator  Arts Support Worker  General Labourer  General Cleaner  Assistant in Nursing  Kitchen Hand  Finance Team Leader  Purchasing & Supply Coordinator  Community Project Officer/ Grants Officer  Finance Manager  Affordable Housing Project

27, 28, 29, 30 & 31 of MAY

Coordinator Outer Islands  Arts Support Worker  General Labourer  Childcare Group Leader  Community Police Officer  Healthy Lifestyle Officer  Plant Operator/Trades Assistant  Environmental Health Worker Relocation Vacancies  Rio Tinto Vacancies  Apprenticeships  Traineeships

ITEC JOB SEEKERS* If there isn’t a job on the board that is in your field, come in for a chat and we can ring potential employers for you

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Position Description:

Senior Administration Officer

Location:

Port Kennedy Community Hall

Classification:

S.A.C.S. Level 6.1 [Can Be Negotiated As Per Qualification]

Reports To:

Management Committee

Organisational Environment Port Kennedy Association Inc. is a non profit community organisation which was incorporated in the 1987 as an advocacy to governments on issues that affect the members’ area and lifestyle. The organisation manages a variety of community services and projects including community hall hiring, Playgroup, After School Care, Vacation Care , Disability Flexi Respite, Day Service, Recognized Entity, Family Support. It also assists groups or individuals to complete projects by acting as a sponsor body. Purpose Of The Position This position is responsible for the overall running of the office including the supervision of all programs and support for all staff. Must have strong Administration skills and understanding of finance and is able to work with teams. Understanding of Torres Strait Islander Customs and Culture is essential. Position Descriptions can be obtained from Mrs Ellen Akee at PKA Inc Office 64 Douglas Street PO Box 114 Thursday Island. Phone no (07) 4069 2306 or Fax (07) 4069 1977 portkennedyassoc@ bigpond.com Closing date is Friday, May 24, 2013.

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TOMBSTONES

ROTARYCLUB CLUBMEETINGS MEETINGS TI TI ROTARY Thursday Island Thursday Island Rotary Rotary ClubClub Meets at 7am Meets at 7.00am Friday Morning Breakfast Friday Morning Breakfast Meeting Meeting at the Grand Hotel at Federal Hotel. Visitors Welcome. Visitors welcome! Inquiries 4069 1531 Inquiries 0438 747 853 TOMBSTONES

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BOAT CHARTER MARINE TRANSPORT TORRES STRAIT (Trading as Wis Wei Boat Charters)

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Available for day trips, camping trips, Charters to: Seisa, POW, Hammond, TI and other nearby islands.

Phone Vince: 0429 631 844

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Douglas Street, Thursday Island. Spacious 3 bedroom duplex with air conditioning, great breezy balcony, carport under and fabulous central location. Available Immediately for short or long term tenancy. $750pw Phone 0431 861 071

POSITIONS VACANT Master class 5 & MED 3 required for Hammond Island Ferry Please email resume to hammondislandferry@bigpond.com

CLASSIFIEDS

TORRES NEWS

Box ad bookings: Noon, Wednesday before publication Box ad material: Noon, Wednesday before publication Line classifieds: 10.30am, Thursday before publication

You can now have your classified ads in

In Loving Memory of

Francis Maia Mosby 18/08/92 - 18/05/12 We knew little that day God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly In death, we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you You did not go alone. For part of us went with you The day God called you home. You left us beautiful memories Your love is still our guide And are always at our side. Our family chain is broken And nothing seems the same. But God calls us only by one The chain will link again. Until we meet again May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

Francis Maia Mosby Passed away 18/05/12 One year has passed and I hold back the tears when I speak your name, The ache in my heart remains the same. No-one knows the grief I bear, When family meets and you’re not there. I hold you close within my heart and there you will remain, Where we go, whatever we do. You’re my Grandson Maia Boy, I’m thinking of you.

Sadly missed but never forgotten

Loved and Missed Always Nene-Marie Mosby and George Ernst

Lovingly Remembered and Sadly Missed Mama Obear, Uncle Bobby, Sissy Cheron & Bala James

Sixty! Uptown - Downtown we will go! A fabulous Birthday Party we will throw!

Happy Birthday Goffa! Love and Kisses, Brown Eyed Girl xxoo

C O L O U R !

PHONE: 1300 867 737

Open Invitation Families of the late

Mrs Emily Ah Mat (Nee Agale) Wish to extend an open invitation for the tombstone unveiling on Saturday, June 22, 2013 at Thursday Island Cemetery at 9.30am.

In Loving Memory of

Francis Maia Mosby “Maia Boy” 18/08/1992 - 18/05/2012

Mine and Plant Operator Roles We are visiting: THURSDAY ISLAND ASSESSMENT CENTRE Friday, June 21, 2013 7:00am Grand Hotel, Conference Room To be considered for this expression of interest you will need to have a “C” class MANUAL driver’s license and be able to source accommodation in Weipa. Application forms will be available from your local Job Network Agencies and during our visits. Please bring along a copy of your Driver’s License and resume on the day. If you have any questions about working with us please come and see us at the Grand Hotel. (Or you will be able to catch us at the NPA and Thursday Island Careers Markets 19th & 20th June)

It broke our hearts to lose you, But you did not go alone. A part of us went with you, The day God took you home. If tears could build a stairway, And heartaches make a lane, We’d walk our way to heaven, And bring you back again. In life we loved you dearly, In death we love you still. In our hearts you hold a place, That no one could ever fill. We miss you dearly

Uncle T, Aunty Shirley, Tristan, TJ, Eddie, Teya & Niki

In Loving Memory of

Francis Maia Mosby “Maia Boy” Tragically taken from us on 18/05/2012 We thought of you with love today, But that is nothing new. We thought about you yesterday, And the days before that too. We think of you in silence, We often speak your name. Now all we have is memories, And your picture in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake, With which we’ll never part. God has you in His keeping, We will always have you in our hearts. We love and miss you our brother and nephew

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HISTORY

Heriverto Zarcal a major figure in pearling THE pearl industry has played a major role in the history and development of Thursday Island as well as other places throughout the Torres Strait, and has long been part of Torres Strait history and folklore. The industry’s formative years were in the last half of the nineteenth century and by the 1890s many islanders were involved directly in the industry or influenced by it in one way or another. The pictured advertisement, dating from 1897, shows one of the major pearl entrepreneurs of the time, Heriverto Zarcal, providing us with a window into the history and development of this important and fascinating business. Zarcal established his business in 1891 and, like many of his colleagues and competitors, he was to go through his ups and downs. As shown in his rather elaborate

Shine a Light On our history advertisement, his pearling interests were wide, and we also see him pictured as a young, well-dressed man, no doubt proud of both his heritage and his growing business. In addition to manufacturing and selling a range of pearl jewellery, he also sold loose pearls, shells as well as what he described as marine curios. He also advertised his services as a pearl investor, as well as the additional sidelines of optometry and lapidary. As well, his interests went beyond being a seller of pearl related items, with newspaper reports of the time recording that he owned and operated a pearling fleet consisting of a schooner and six luggers.

Zarcal was of Filipino descent and was businesses which operated at the time and unfortunately to become embroiled in this advertisement gives us an insight into the racial tensions existing on Thursday the history of one of Thursday Island’s Island, as well as elsewhere, particularly most-significant historical influences. towards the end of the nineteenth century. Brian Randall, At times, this tension could turn into State Library of Queensland. open conflict, for instance, Zarcal’s store was attacked on at least one occasion by South Sea Islanders who felt discriminated against by the Filipinos. There was also racially based criticism of Zarcal when he was appointed to the committee of the Torres Straits Hospital. Zarcal’s challenges and bad luck were to continue with his premises, by then having been extended into a two storey structure, being destroyed in a large fire which occurred in 1905. Zarcal’s pearling business is An elaborate advertisement from 1897. representative of many similar

CLASSIFIEDS CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING DEADLINE:

10.30AM THURSDAY You can now have your classified ads in

DATE CLAIMER

COLOUR!

Daisy Kanabutu (nee Sailor) and Gebie Rattler (Nee Sailor)

Tombstone Unveiling of the Late

Date Claimer Tombstone Unveiling of the late

Mr Sammy James Mills Saturday, September 7, 2013 Thursday Island

DATE CLAIMER Saturday, June 29, 2013 Unveiling of the Tombstones of

Florentina Maria Fauid (nee Sabatino) and Joseph Nicholas Sabatino (snr) Which will take place at Hammond Island

on Saturday, October 5, 2013 Thursday Island and Horn Island Cemeteries

Phone: 1300 867 737

Torres shire CounCil To lead, provide & facilitate

COUNCIL MEETING DATE CHANGE Council’s Monthly Meeting usually held on the third Tuesday of the month has been changed to the second Tuesday for the month of June only Tuesday, June 11, 2013 All Council Meetings commence at 9am in the Council Chambers and residents and visitors are welcome to be part of the public gallery as observers.

3 May

3–5 May 14 May

The CEO will assess any deputation two weeks prior to Council meetings.

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Dalassa Yorkston

22 May

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER 22 May

In Loving Memory Of our beloved son & brother

Francis Maia Mosby 18/08/92 - 18/05/12

If we could visit heaven even for a day Maybe for a moment the pain would go away No farewell words were spoken, no time to say goodbye You were gone before we knew and only God knows why You treasured helping others be they young and old Your heart was very pure and memories we will hold Every day we miss your smile, that no-one can replace Even though you’re far away we know you’re in God’s grace Our heart still aches with sadness and secret tears flow What it meant to lose you no-one will ever know Although we love you dearly, we couldn’t make you stay A golden heart stopped beating, hardworking hands at rest God broke our hearts to prove He only takes the best We hold you close within our hearts and there you will remain To walk with us throughout our lives until we meet again Forever loved, always missed Dad, Mum, Brothers & Sisters

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Domestic & Family Violence Prevention Month launch – march from TSIMA to Ken Brown Oval Ken Brown Oval – participation in the Healthy Community Day – tackling Alcohol and Domestic & Family Violence issues Thursday Island Touch Association Battle of the Islands Touch Carnival promoting domestic & family violence prevention – throughout the carnival which includes the Promotional Matches – Community Rep Team vs Police Team Domestic & Family Violence Education & Awareness sessions Male Focus Group Yam Island National Families Week – Families make all the Difference – Helping Kids to grown and learn Family Fun Day – promoting National Families Week 10:00am – 2:00pm, ANZAC Park, Thursday Island Domestic & Family Violence Education & Awareness sessions On Elder Abuse 10:00am – 12:00pm at the HACC Centre, Thursday Island Domestic & Family Violence Education & Awareness Session Warraber Island Social Justice Interagency Services Information stall displays TSIMA footpath - 10:00am – 12:00pm Social Justice Interagency Services Family Fun Night (fundraiser) Venue to be advised 6:00pm – 9:00pm Domestic & Family Violence Education & Awareness Session Saibai Island Domestic & Family Violence Education & Awareness Session St. Pauls Community Domestic & Family Violence education and awareness sessions Male Focus Group Badu Island Gala Dinner (venue to be advised)

There will be other activities that will occur throughout the month of May on Horn, Hammond and Thursday Islands – please keep a look out for our flyers as well as information in the Torres News. For any enquiries please contact Mura Kosker Sorority 4069 1663 or Social Justice Interagency Services on 042769 1366

Torres News

Agencies supporting Domestic & Family Violence Prevention Month: Lena Passi Women’s Shelter Mura Kosker Sorority Relationship Australia (Qld) Probation & Parole Services Qld Police Services TI Community Justice Group Qld Health Torres Strait Regional Authority Torres Shire Council Thursday Island Touch Association TSIMA Torres News Kerker Bau (Mens Group) Port Kennedy Association

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SPORT

Challenging cross country ALL students from the Tagai Secondary College will be participants in the challenging annual cross country on Thursday Island on Wednesday, May 29. David Ward, Sports Coordinator for the College, said: “Many of our students from Tagai Secondary College are excellent runners, which means during my planning phase for this event. “I have chosen a 3km route across the island that they will find challenging.” The run will commence at the College, go to Green Hill Fort and conclude at the College,

which takes the students across both sealed and unsealed terrain. There will be traffic control assistance from both Police and Council during the event which will take place between 1:30 and 2:50pm. “We would love to see families and friends support this event by cheering on the students along the route if at all possible. “ Positive reinforcement of every student in their sporting pursuit always encourages the student to perform to the very best of their ability,” Mr Ward said.

The course for the Tagai College cross-country on Wednesday, May 29.

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