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Goodline staff are in the pink! DON’T be surprised if you start seeing pink work shirts aplenty in Weipa as Goodline staff get behind a company fundraiser. Goodline executive manager Catherine Kennedy told the Bully the company has adopted the “in the pink” theme as a fundraising exercise for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. “We have had a number of employees diagnosed with breast cancer in our Queensland and Western Australian branches, and although the company supports these employees we thought it would be a good idea to do a bit of fundraising for breast cancer research,” Mrs Kennedy said. The company ordered not only pink shirts but also pink boots and hard hats which are available for staff to purchase, with a percentage of the purchase price going to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Mrs Kenned y said the company is planning further fundraising for other causes, including prostate cancer. “We will be having a ‘moustache day’ were the girls will have to wear moustaches to show their support for men’s cancers – it’s only fair if the boys have to wear pink shirts!”

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Weipa Town Authority chairman resigns THE elected chairman of the Weipa Town Authority, Peter McCulkin has resigned his position. Mr McCulkin was elected to the position by one vote over fellow candidate Ian McNamara in the local government election held on April 28, 2012. A vote of no confidence in Mr McCulkin was passed at the last regular WTA meeting on October 25, 2013 and Mr McCulkin’s resignation was offered and accepted on Friday, November 8. Current Deputy Chair Stretch Noonan, who will be acting in all official duties on behalf of the WTA until new elections are held, said Mr McCulkin’s resignation was not expected to have any impacts on the town or services. “The resignation has been offered and accepted and I will be filling the position in the interim. We wish Peter well in his future endeavours and are looking forward to getting on with the important work the WTA does in the community,” Mr Noonan said. “It is important to focus on the path forward for the WTA and the Weipa community.” There has been speculation that Mr McCulkin’s decision was related to comments he made on the ABC Radio National breakfast program on September 3, 2013 regarding Mr Noel Pearson, however Mr Noonan was unable to make comment. “It is important that we do not speculate on this or any other matter,” he said. Mr McCulkin had not responded by time of press to a request by the Western Cape Bulletin to comment on his resignation. New elections for the position of WTA chairperson will be arranged as soon as practicable and are expected on Saturday, February 22, 2014.

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Last year, Ms Newman was one of nine ear health workers to receive a $10,000, year-long bursary to complete a Diploma in Training and Assessor in Ear Health through the NACCHO Ear and Hearing Training for the Aboriginal Health Worker Workforce Project. “I was very happy to win the scholarship as I have a passion for hearing health,” Ms Newman said. “I understand the impact that a hearing impairment can have on children and families because I suffer from a hearing condition myself. “It’s been a dream for me to help communities with their ear health.” Ms Newman said studying for her diploma had been intense over the past year. “I’ve travelled all over the Australia for presentations, training and assessments,’’ she said. Ms Newman will graduate in November and will be qualiﬁed as a National Accredited Trainer for Ear/Hearing Health.

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CAPE York communities are beneﬁtting from improved ear health services as a result of the purchase of $85,000 of new equipment earlier this year. Cape York Hospital and Health Service (HHS) Ear Health Coordinator Denise Newman said 12 new sets of tympanometers and audiometers had been purchased to help diagnose hearing problems. She said the new equipment was now being used in each of the 12 remote communities on the Cape. “These units are excellent. They are user-friendly, good for travelling in light planes and sturdy for school visits,” Denise said. “They have allowed us to offer an improved and more efficient service to Cape York residents.’’ Ms Newman said she enjoyed her role of coordinating and facilitating ear health activities throughout the Cape. “I work with clinical services, health promotion and policy and I also work closely with Apunipima Cape York Health Council,” she said.

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Billy Gordon to run for Cook By Aaron Smith

BILLY Gordon will run for the seat of Cook in the next State election, Opposition Leader Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced in Cairns. “Billy will do something the current Member for Cook, David Kempton, and the government he represents have failed to do - listen to locals and offer strong representation on their behalf,” Ms Palaszczuk said. “Mr Kempton has been missing in action from his electorate unavailable, not engaged and just not turning up. “At the same time he has been happy to sit back and support a government that is determined to take Queensland back 25 years.” Current MP for Cook David Kempton said: “I will not respond to personal attacks, I am simply getting on with the job of representing the people in my vast electorate. “I will be more than happy to stand on my record on Election Day.” Mr Gordon turns to the State scene after at unsuccessful bid to win the seat of Leichhardt in September’s Federal election from long-serving Liberal Warren Entsch. However, the Labor candidate made in-roads into Mr Entsch’s popularity with swings of six to 35 per cent throughout Cape York. That swing was contrary to the nation-wide movement to an LNP Government. Mr Gordon grew up and worked in North Queensland. He has worked on sugar-

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cane and banana farms, in construction and as a barman and spent many years working with TAFE throughout the Far North, supporting students in the Torres Strait, Cape York and Cairns. He has also been a reservist with the Far North’s 51st Battalion, worked for the Foundation for Young Australians and Reconciliation Australia and most recently was the Community Development Manager with Skytrans. “I cannot sit by while this MP ignores his electorate and, while the LNP government he represents, focuses solely on slashing jobs and removing front-line services,” Mr Gordon said. “As a father of five I’m determined that every child has the opportunity for not only a better education but the chance to get a decent job at the end of it. “People in the Far North deserve an MP who will ﬁght for better schools and fight for their local hospital and health services. “I’m going to hit the ground running, I’m ready to listen and I’m determined to work hard and bring fresh ideas to the table.”

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Pormpuraaw Constable nominated for Police Ofﬁcer of the Year award Members of the public are encouraged to nominate police officers as part of the FND Police Officer of the Year award. Monthly nominations will be received until June 2014 when the Yearly winner will be announced. Nomination forms can be obtained from your local police station or downloaded from: http://mypolice.qld. gov.au/cairns/files/2013/07/Far-North-District-Police-Officer.pdf

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COMMUNITY members of the Far North have been getting behind our police district and nominating officers to win the Far North District (FND) Police Officer of the Year award ,and this month’s winner is Constable Karina Pols from the Pormpuraaw Station. Nominations received are assessed by the Rotary Club of Cairns and winners announced each month. Rotary Club of Cairns president, Gail Seymour said the Police Officer of the Year Award received a number of exceptional nominations again this month. “It is great to see the awards being embraced across the District, with nominations received from as far afield as Horn Island. “The choice of a winner each month is not easy for our judging panel due to the continual high standard of nominations. “Our winner this month has been described in the nomination as an asset to the community with a very calming, approachable and understanding attitude. “Karina demonstrates the

Pormpuraaw children checking out the Water Police vessel as part of the Water Safety Day.

qualities of service above self, community engagement and upholding good policing values,” Ms Seymour said. Constable Pols joined the Queensland Police Service (QPS) in 2009 and has been stationed at the Gold Coast, Cairns and was transferred to Pormpuraaw in May this year. “I enjoy working in our remote community because you get to work on jobs from start to ﬁnish,” Constable Pols said. “It’s very satisfying when you get to be involved in the entire process from the initial report, investigation, gathering evidence, arrest and court process.” Karina hopes to one day head to the Water Police and is also contemplating a career in the Criminal Investigation Branch, but for the time being she is happy to continue working in the Cape area and is excited about gaining more experience working with the Indigenous communities. “I love working in my community because the locals understand that I am only learning about their culture and traditions.

“They take great pride in explaining their way of life which certainly helps me to understand their lifestyle and ultimately makes my job easier too. “ We have the most beautiful sunsets and gorgeous beach which has a plentiful supply of fresh ﬁsh and mud crabs which is always an added bonus.” When asked about some of her more unique jobs she’s had with the police thus far, she cited an incident where she and her partner were called to check on the welfare of a resident in Cairns who hadn’t been seen by neighbours for sometime. It was night time, raining and the house was in complete darkness. They thought they were looking for someone deceased and the house was locked up tight. They forced entry and cleared the house. All was going well until the pet bird sitting in an upstairs room called out to the ofﬁcers and they nearly died of fright. Thankfully the owner arrived home a short time later, caught them in her house and when they explained the situation they all had a good laugh.

When asked what she thought other people thought about her Karina said, “Some may think I’m a typical blonde. Because our job is quite stressful at times, I do like to have a laugh and a joke, so I am quite fun and bubbly.” Constable Pols recently helped organise the Pormpuraaw Water Safety Day which included talks about life jackets, EPIRB’s, First Aid, swimming safe rules as well as the emergency grab bag launch (received from Aurukun Station). They had a large slip’n’slide, wet jumping castle, Kup Murri, and a massive water bomb ﬁ ght which the kids had a ball with. Their aim was pretty good as both Karina and Sergeant Cochran managed to wear a few direct hits from the water bombs. The Police set up a Water Police vessel display and 19 locals managed to get their boat licences thanks to Weipa Boating and Fisheries. The event ﬁnished off with a with a blue light disco which was a huge success.

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Mapoon Paanja Festival this weekend THIS weekend the Mapoon community will hold the inaugural Paanja Festival to commemorate the forced removal of the people from Mapoon in 1963. The three-day festival (November 15 – 17) is a family-friendly event, and an open welcome is extended to visitors and community members. The festivities kick-off at 3pm on Friday afternoon with a traditional and community welcome, followed by the opening of the festival and the presentation of the 50-year commemorative plaque. The official opening of the Jerry and Andrewina Hudson Sports Complex will be held at 4pm and the celebrations will continue into the evening with traditional and contemporary dance performances, along with live bands. Saturday’s program begins at 9am with traditional Indigenous games followed by the ofﬁcial opening of the Jean Jimmy Centre. Festivities continue throughout the day including live dance and band performances, an historical photo presentation on the big

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screen and a ﬁreworks display. On Country tours will also be available on Saturday and Sunday. The tours will take approximately two-hours and will depart from the Jean Jimmy Land and Sea Centre. The ﬁnal day of the festival will commence with a church service at the Mission House Site at 10am, and will conclude with a smoking ceremony, community feast and closing ceremony.

Camping is available at Cullen Point and a camping permit is required. The Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council has waivered camp fees for the weekend. Alcohol restrictions do apply. So, pack up the tent, pack up the kids and head to beautiful Mapoon and join in the fun of the Paanja Festival this weekend. Further information about the festival and weekend programs are available in Weipa stores.

Challenging workshop enlightens employers EIGHTEEN people shared information and, at times, challenging role play at t h e Wo r k i n g w i t h Indigenous Employees Workshop facilitated by The Western Cape Regional Partnership, run by Matt Wrigley of Keogh Bay and copresented by Katrina Savo of NHDS. Those sharing their experiences and ﬁnding themselves challenged in a variety of work-site role play were employers from a wide range of local businesses and agencies. Many were employers of the RPA’s Indigenous Work Skills

Program participants, 26 of whom were employed by local industry over four months ago. Some participants have left their employment and others have lost their jobs. The rationale for this workshop is to provide an insight into how to communicate across the employer-employee gap and ultimately how to keep those employees in the workplace. “People said that they got a lot out of the day and in particular, ways and means of understanding the challenges in everyday worklife that Indigenous people face,” commented Liz Logan,

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They will be remembered ALMOST a century after the guns fell silent on the Western Front in WW1, Queenslanders took a collective moment on Monday, November 11 to remember the sacriﬁces made by service personnel in conﬂicts past and present.

Around 50 people attended the Weipa Remembrance Day Ceremony, held at the Town Memorial pausing for a minute’s silence to reflect on the declaration of the Armistice to end the ‘War to End All Wars’ in November 1918.

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Energy and Water Ombudsman reaches out to Indigenous community THE Energy and Wa t e r O m b u d s m a n Queensland is aiming to increase awareness of the office and strengthen relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in 2014. “We receive very few complaints from Indigenous Queenslanders and we aim to assist Indigenous people to be confident and informed consumers, and ensure they are aware of their right to assistance with issues relating to their electricity services,” said Energy and Water Ombudsman Forbes Smith. As part of this commitment, EWOQ is looking to recruit an Indigenous Investigation Conciliation and Outreach Officer. Based in Cairns, the officer will investigate complaints and liaise with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and representative bodies concerning electricity issues and EWOQ’s dispute resolution function. “EWOQ will work closely with Aboriginal

and Torres Strait Islander people and their organisations and businesses in urban, rural and remote areas and will raise awareness about issues affecting Indigenous people across the state,” said Mr Smith. “We want to ensure that we are as accessible as we can possibly be to all Queenslanders, including those living in regional communities. “The introduction of an Indigenous Investigation Conciliation and Outreach Officer will provide an opportunity for the local community to speak directly with a designated liaison officer who can assist with complaints and provide general assistance,” said Mr Smith. Indigenous Queenslander ’s interested in applying for the role of Indigenous Investigation Conciliation and Outreach Officer can review the position description available from the Queensland Government Smart Jobs website. Applications close November 25, 2013.

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Strong voice for the Wenlock River

The final countdown to digital-only TV has begun! The Wenlock River. Photo courtesy Cape York NRM.

MORE than 40 people congregated at Moreton Telegraph Station in mid-October to show their commitment to the formation of the Wenlock River Catchment Group. Traditional Owners from the lower, middle and upper reaches of the river, together with pastoralists, conservation groups and tourism unanimously agreed to the importance of providing a collective voice for the river, by forming the group. Meeting chairperson Barry Lyon said the Wenlock River Catchment Group is a combined set of landholders who are passionately committed to managing the catchment and its cultural and natural values into the future. “The roll-up for the meeting shows just how committed people are to looking after the river” he said. Kathleen Wilson, senior Traditional Owner for the Peppan Land Trust attended the two day meeting for her father George Wilson, who is a senior Elder for Northern Kaanju. “I am very happy that this meeting is happening” she said. “ We need healthy water for our future generations. We need caring and sharing for Country.” Edwin Ling, a ranger from Mapoon Land and Sea Rangers, is also a Traditional Custodian for a lower part of the Wenlock River. He said the catchment group formation was important to keep the river and surrounding country safe and clean for the animals who live there. “I’m worried about how development will impact downstream” he said. “I’d like this group to stop any mining on the Wenlock, and also to strengthen the patrolling work of the Rangers.” “It’s future is our future” the young Mapoon rangers agreed. The catchment group will have representation from Traditional Owners, Conservation, Pastoral, Local Government and Tourism groups who live in the Wenlock catchment area, with associate membership from others with an interest in the river system. “We recognise that interests are diverse” said Barry, “but everyone here is committed to making sure that what people value about the river is protected, maintained and enhanced for future generations.” Attendees are now meeting back with their communities to discuss how each individual group wants to be represented within the Catchment Group.

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Cheeky Cooktown crocodile Cooktown has experienced an alarming number of crocodile sightings recently. Since the start of November, the Queensland Parks & Wildlife crew have caught and sent away two crocodiles to Edward River Croc Farm (Pormpuraaw) - one 2.7m on November 2 and one 3.7m on November 7. They have reset the trap to try and catch one4m alpha male and one 2.4m that is pictured in the photograph below. A Council staff member (Patrick Wilson) took the photo during his lunch break on November 7 in what almost seems like a staged moment, underneath a warning sign on the Cooktown waterfront.

Group charged over Aurukun property crime spree TWO boys aged 13 and 15, another two aged 16, and two men aged 18 and 20 have been charged following investigations into a raft of property offences allegedly committed in Aurukun earlier this month. Weipa Detectives travelled to the community to assist local Police following a number of break-in incidents as well as vehicle thefts and property damage. The six were charged with a total of 20 offences including breaking and entering premises, unlawful use of motor vehicles, wilful damage and assault. The 18 and 20-year-old men were due to appear in the Aurukun Magistrates Court on November 6 and on November 18 respectively. The youths will be dealt with under the provisions of The Youth Justice Act 1992. Investigations into the incidents are continuing.

Serious assault Police, Aurukun A 21-YEAR-OLD Aurukun man was charged on Thursday, November 7 following the alleged assault of a Police Officer on November 6. The man was in custody at the Aurukun watchhouse in relation to other matters when he allegedly punched the officer in the face at around 6pm. The 30-year-old male officer required medical treatment for a facial cut as a result of the incident. The man was charged with serious assault of police and wilful damage of police property. He was scheduled to appear at the Cairns Magistrates Court on November 8.

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Lockhart locals invited to have their say on split DAVID Kempton, Member for Cook, is inviting Lockhart locals to have their say on proposed changes that would see the locality of Lockhart split into two parts, with both to adopt a new name. Mr Kempton said a local resident had put forward a proposal to rename part of Lockhart as ‘Iron Range’. “This suggestion was submitted in an attempt to eliminate the problem emergency and other essential services were having in confusing Lockhart property addresses with others in the existing Lockhart River area,” Mr Kempton. “In response, the Department of Natural Resources and Mines has developed a proposal to rename the remaining portion of Lockhart as Lockhart River.” Mr Kempton said

the proposal had already received key support, but the idea was now open to feedback from all members of the community. “The proposal has already received support from the Cook Shire Council and the Lockhart River Aboriginal Shire Council,” he said. “A nod of approval has also been given by the Northern Kuuku Ya’a Kanthanampu Aboriginal Council Corporation RNTBC Land Trust, which represents the traditional owners of the land within the proposed Iron Range locality. “The greater Lockhart community now has the opportunity to put forward a submission on the proposal before January 3, 2014, and I urge everyone affected to make their voices heard.

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Stop using ‘illegal’ label: 138 groups appeal to PM A TOTAL of 138 Australian organisations have appealed to Prime Minister Tony Abbott asking him to stop the Australian Government’s use of the term “illegal maritime arrivals” for asylum seekers arriving by boat. The joint letter, coordinated by the Refugee Council of Australia (RCOA) and supported by nongovernment agencies, faith-based organisations and community groups, was sent to the Prime Minister last week. RCOA chief executive officer Paul Power said the letter was developed in response to requests from concerned Australians wishing to see a joint response to last month’s decision of the Australian Government that Government staff and contractors must use the term “illegal maritime arrivals” when referring to asylum seekers arriving by boat.

“It is very clear, and senior members of the Government have acknowledged this, that it is not illegal to seek asylum,” Mr Power said. “The use of the word ‘illegal’ ignores the reality that, in legal and practical terms, the flight of asylum seekers to a place of safety is quite different to normal movements of migrants and that the intent of the Refugee Convention is to ensure that states do not block the paths of people escaping persecution. “While language is important, the joint letter reflects a growing sense of disquiet among many Australians about the nation’s response to people seeking protection from persecution. It also reflects concerns that the official use of such dehumanising language to refer to highly vulnerable people has implications for Australia’s social cohesion.”

Mr Power said the strong support from faith-based organisations was significant. “Sixty-three organisations from four faith traditions have signed the letter and, I am sure, many other faith-based organisations would support its sentiments,” he said. “Many Australians who have strong concern for the care of dispossessed people are deeply troubled by recent directions in Australian policy and particularly object to the use of inflammatory terms to refer to people who have little opportunity to defend themselves.” CHAIRMAN’S NOTE: Regional and Remote Newspapers, owners of the Western Cape Bulletin, decided last month that none of its publications will publish the term “illegal arrivals”.

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The Weipa Town Authority wishes to advise residents of Weipa that the annual pre-cyclone season clean-up will be conducted from November 18 – 29, 2013. All items to be collected must be placed tidily on the front footpath of the property – please separate gardens waste from other materials. The pickup dates for your street are listed below. All items to be collected must be put out for collection by 5am of the morning your street is scheduled to be collected. Items placed out after the scheduled pick-up times, not placed in the correct location or greater than 6m3 will not be collected. TYPES OF MATERIALS THAT WILL BE COLLECTED: Old roof sheeting, empty drums, small vehicle body parts, plastics, small tree branches and garden waste or any materials that is likely to become a missile. A maximum of 6m3 per residence will be collected.

THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED: Tyres, batteries, household furniture, fridges, washing machines, dryers, large tree limbs & large bulky items that cannot be safely lifted by one person. NOTE: Batteries can be dropped off to the SES @ the Ports Corp at Evans Landing Wharf free of charge. The SES recycles batteries as a part of their fundraising efforts. Car bodies can be removed for a fee. Please notify Town Office for use of this service prior to Friday 15/11/13. NB- BUILDING, INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL SITES WILL NOT BE SERVICED

The removal of these items from your household will ensure a safe & healthy environment COLLECTION TIMETABLE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18 Circular Way (1-17 and 2-18), Cypress Road, Arthur Court, Embley Street, Casuarina Crescent, Flinders Street

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25 Cumrumja Close, Annandi Avenue, Chillei Nhee, Allowgu Walk, Tecoma Court, Tonkin Drive, Dalpura Court, Tonkin Road, Deplanchea Terrace

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19 Bauhinia Avenue, Wattle Terrace, Hibiscus Avenue, Pine Road, Merluna Place, Circular Way (19-31 and 18-30)

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26 Kunduck Gardens, Munding Road, Mankina Court, Taree Court, Transmission Street, Noola Court, Yileen Court, Colong Court, Carcoola Court

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20 Grevillea Street, Bougainvillea Crescent, Melaleuca Court, Mahogany Avenue, Circular Way (32 to 66 and 33 to 61)

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27 Damson Court, Delonix Court, Clarke Close, Acacia Court, Pinaroo Court, Wallana Court, Karingal Court, Killara Place

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21 Alstonia Drive, Pandanus Parade, Nonda Close, Bombax Court, Christie Avenue, Tecoma Court

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28 Kanthin Road, Awurpa Court, Alakanum Court, Ayam Court, Euodia Court

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22 Ina Court, Lydia Court, Kooloo Court, Nimrod Court, Pera Court, River Drive, Awonga Court, Myka Court, Wenlock Court, Tarquin Court

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29 Anzac Avenue, Fairway Avenue, Caddy Close, Sunbird Court, Kookaburra Court

For further information regarding the clean-up please contact Weipa Town Office on 4030 9400 or refer to “The Bulletin Board” at www.weipatownoffice.com

HISTORY

Back in the Day

By Brian Randall State Library of Queensland

The Gulf town of Karumba The town of Karumba has a long and varied history, much of which is closely associated with the town of Normanton. Karumba itself was originally settled in the 1860s as a lighterage centre for the shipping that used Gulf waters. Also, as Normanton developed as an important supply point for the gold and copper fields located in the area’s hinterland, Karumba’s role in terms of supporting shipping operations became even more important. The town was originally known as Norman Mouth from 1867, then as Kimberley from 1873. The name Karumba, said to be of Indigenous origin, came into more common usage through the late 1870s and was officially adopted as the town’s name in the 1880s. However, despite this name change, the town’s telegraph office continued to be known as Kimberley. Growth fluctuated due to both economic and seasonal influences, with Karumba’s permanent population, in 1900, being around fifty. At this time however, the permanent and transient population were able to support two hotels. As with Normanton, Karumba’s

growth slowed along with the decline of the Croydon and Cloncurry mineral fields. The 1930s saw a brief revival of the town’s fortunes with the establishment and operation of Shand’s Meatworks. This enterprise had been opened with the aim of supplying meat to the Pacific Islands. Also, during the 1930s, Karumba was used as a refuelling and maintenance stop for the Empire flying boats on the newly established QANTAS route from Sydney to Britain. After the Second World War, Karumba’s economic fortunes were heavily reliant on the local fishing industry, with growth increasing in the 1960s as the prawn fishing industry developed. The Century zinc mine, with its associated pipeline, was also able to provide a boost to the town’s fortunes. The historical remnants of Karumba’s past include old QANTAS cottages, flying boat slipway as well as an old fuel storage tank. The image below, dating from 1955, shows the former QANTAS base only some 20 years after the high point of the airline’s flying boat era.

Former Karumba QANTAS base, 1955.

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of GST) up to a maximum of $5,500 a year (inclusive of GST) for each of the two components (Tutorial & Mentoring Interpreter support), are made directly to the Registered Training Organisation providing the service. To have your eligibility for DAAWS assessed you are required to submit: • an ‘Assistance for an Australian Apprentice with Disability’ application form – Form 1288; and • an ‘Occupational Assessment for an Australian Apprentice with Disability Form’ (Form 608) completed by a medical practitioner or registered psychologist,

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assessing the Australian Apprentice’s capacity to undertake employment-based duties; or • an ‘Evidence of Completion of a Job Capacity Assessment’ or an ‘Employment Services Assessment for an Australian Apprentice with Disability’ (Form 608a), showing that the Australian Apprentice has a current and valid Job Capacity Assessment. MEGT Australian Apprenticeships Centre is contracted to the Australian Government to assist with these applications and is a free service. Australian Apprenticeships are an Australian government initiative.

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Who can apply? Financial assistance is available to those Aboriginal people who have recognised affiliation to one of the Traditional Owner Groups* that is party to the EBMPA or recognised historical affiliation to the Mapoon, Napranum or New Mapoon Areas**.

What assistance is offered Education assistance funding may include contribution to the payment of tuition fees, Higher Education Contribution Scheme (HECS) fees or other equivalent educational assistance as approved by Rio Tinto Alcan Weipa.

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