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HE region’s peak horticultural body has warned that growers are facing their biggest test yet with poor returns, escalating input costs and labour shortages severely impacting profitability. FNQ Growers president Joe Moro said record-high input costs and lack of movement in the price received from buyers was testing growers’ confidence. “Horticulture, like other commodities, is all about plan-

ning,” Mr Moro said. “But at the moment, it’s costing growers more to grow a crop, yet they are being forced to sell that crop well below the cost of production. “Margins are critical for any business owner – and when they shrink or disappear, growers need to re-evaluate. “For some, the risk is too great. “Our growers are among some of the most resilient farmers, especially when dealing

FREE local history lectures By Maria Larkins

CAIRNS HISTORICAL Society will present two local history lectures on Saturday April 23, 2022. Local historian and author, Pauline O’Keeffe will talk about some of the names listed on the Gordonvale War Memorial. Pauline was co-author of “Northern Anzacs: How the First World War Shaped Far North Queensland”. The book recounts the stories of the men and women from FNQ who served in WWI. It also looks at how the war impacted families and the local communities they came from. Local identity, Meg Trimble

with adversity like that thrown at them by Mother Nature, but the challenges they are currently facing may be the straw that breaks the camel’s back.” Mr Moro said growers have historically been at the whim of market forces. “Having dealt with the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic and now having to deal with major external influences out of their control is admirable,” he said. “There needs to be some

confidence injected back into the sector.” “While the fuel excise announced as part of the recent Federal Budget is a welcome relief for households, it does little for our farmers who are forced to pay at least double and in certain situations and sometimes triple for farm inputs. “One way to inject confidence is to ensure that growers receive a fair price for their produce.”

will present a paper on her grandfather, G. H. Griffiths, Cairns businessman and community benefactor – a man before his time. “Northern Anzacs” by Pauline O’Keefe and Gordon Grimwade is available from the Cairns Museum shop for $35 or can be purchased online at the Cairns Museum website. The lectures will be held at the Cairns Museum, Corner of Lake and Shields Streets, Cairns from 1.30pm to 3.30pm. Bookings for the lectures are essential and can be made at: https://bit.ly/3O0fT6K

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ASTER is coming this weekend which means Far North Queensland’s families will celebrate with the classic Aussie Easter snacks like warm hot cross buns with butter, seafood galore and the unmissable chocolate eggs and bunnies. When it comes to Easter, Queenslanders seem to have a favourite: Hot Cross Buns. Since Boxing Day, Australians have consumed 55 million hot cross buns, with Queensland as one of the top states in hot cross buns purchases, following Victoria. Queenslanders consumed 27% of the total of hot cross buns nationwide, translating to 12 million buns. Far North Queensland particularly has a knack for the tasty treat as Cairns locals, including shoppers from the Coles shops in Earlville, Cairns Central and Clifton Beach, have purchased 449,000 hot cross buns since Boxing Day. Store Manager at Coles Cairns Central Arnon Itzhayek said the hot cross buns are a store favourite. “People are loving our hot cross buns,” Mr Itzhayek said. “Of course it is that time of the year, but people are always asking us if we can have them all year round. I wish we could. “Sales are really good, we have good availability, and our bakers are doing a wonderful job.” Coles’ award-winning range of hot cross buns were voted the best

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in the nation by Canstar Blue 2021 for the second year in a row. This year there is also a more extensive catalogue of flavours like traditional, fruitless, glutenfree, salted caramel, chocolate, apple and cinnamon, raspberry and white chocolate and even jalapeno and cheese. “We have a great variety of hot cross buns this year,” Mr Itzhayek said. “The traditional ones are still the most popular, but we also have fruitless and all sorts of varieties. “This year, the chocolate hot cross buns have been extremely popular as well.” But it is not only a big season for hot cross buns; Mr Itzhayek said they also expected to see significant sales in seafood and chocolate. “Seafood will be a strong contender for the hot cross buns on Saturday,” he said. “And, of course, chocolate can’t go without a rabbit, can you?” According to Coles Australia, Easter is one of the biggest seasons for the shops, with huge seafood and shellfish sales. This Easter, Coles is expecting to sell nationwide: • More than 350 tonnes of fresh seafood including prawns, salmon and barramundi which is on average a 200% increase on a normal week. • 130,000 kgs of salmon, sourced from Tasmania. • 10,0000 kgs of barramundi in the three days leading up to Easter. • More than 200,000 kgs of raw

banana prawns, fresh black tiger prawns and cooked black tiger prawns in Easter week. • Thousands of rock lobsters at $22 per lobster. • More than 10,000,000 hot cross buns, in addition to the 55 million buns that have been sold across the country since Boxing Day. • More than 15 million chocolate Easter eggs and 8 million Easter bunnies. Bottleshops will also see an increase in purchases of white wine, which Australians most prefer to accompany seafood. Coles General Manager for Bakery, Deli and Seafood, Andy Mossop, said it was essential to reflect on customer sentiments as they head into the second busiest period of the year. “We started Easter specials on our hot cross buns and confectionary early this year to help customers spread the cost of the entertaining season,” Mr Mossop said. “These include two packs of hot cross buns for $6 and halfprice specials on chocolate bunnies and eggs, perfect for family Easter egg hunts. “We are ready for a massive week of seafood sales with customers buying 200% more fresh seafood than any other week of the year.” This weekend Far North Queensland will see families from all around the region enjoy their Easter with seafood meals, chocolate egg hunts and buttered hot cross buns.

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This week, Cairns Cars announced that the worldrenowned brand Volvo would arrive at Cairns and become a part of their dealership with new cars and a move towards sustainability. Cairns Cars Dealer Principal Alan Ren said this was a very exciting moment for Cairns Cars. “Selecting a brand is a bit like dating,” Mr Ren said. “You have to find a brand that fits your organisational values, so Volvo being a Swedish brand, they’ve come to me as very humble, honest, and ethical, and those values fit with my brand. “They are also very forward-thinking. For example, most people may know that they invented the three-point seatbelt that we use in our cars today. “But people may not know that they had the opportunity to patent it and make it exclusive to their brand, but back in 1959, they decided it was too important, and they should share it with everyone.” Mr Ren said they had been getting queries on Volvo even prior to the announcement. “We haven’t announced it to the public yet; we’ve just had website presence,” he said.

“But we’ve been getting a significant amount of inquiries from the Cairns public on the Volvo brand and the electric cars they have. “So I’m quite excited.” The Cairns Cars dealership, which also represents Audi, Skoda, Peugeot, GWM and Haval, will be opening a new temporary showroom for Volvo on the corner of Mulgrave Road and Lyons St in May and a sustainable showroom outfitted with furniture made with recycled materials in October 2022. Mr Ren said that Volvo’s sustainability goals are part of what he appreciates the most in this partnership. “Volvo is one of the few brands that has promised to be climate neutral by 2040, so they started to do that by making electric vehicles,” he said. “In the future, that will reduce greenhouse emissions. “They already have an extensive line of electric vehicles, but by 2025, which is not far away, they plan to have 50% of their total sales as electric vehicles. “And then by 2030, 100% of their sales, which is a pretty big call.” “Living so close to the Great Barrier Reef, I think climate change is something we have to do all we can towards a sustainable future.

“It might cost us more in the short term to invest in those new technologies that help to reduce greenhouse emissions. “But I think we need to think in the long term,” Mr Ren said. “I want to be a part of that journey that a brand like Volvo is doing towards that goal.” With just a few months before Volvo begins its journey in Cairns, Mr Ren said he is most excited about the opportunities that having the brand in Cairns opens up for the community. “I can’t wait to see a few electric Volvos around town; I think that’s always exciting,” he said. “And partner different local communities with the brand. “One thing we’ve already started is that we’ll be working with the art gallery and their upcoming exhibitions with Volvo being their primary supporter; we’re working on small things like that.” Upcoming vehicle releases from Volvo include the allelectric C40 Recharge, which will be available in the second half of 2022. Volvo Cars Cairns is open for servicing. Cairns residents interested in a Volvo vehicle can register now with Mr Ren via sales@cairnscars.com to be one of the first in Cairns to test drive Cairns’ latest luxury automotive offering.

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“WATER security is a hot topic, but stakeholders were acknowledged in 1993 for bringing this to the government’s attention, and 29 years later, we still have no action. “If Council is correct—and I believe they are—we could be looking at intensive water restrictions by 2026 and into the future because of limited storage capacity, so we have to ask why Cairns missed out on funding.” Mr Jensen said that Cains Regional Council’s (CRC) proposal was overlooked in a water security budget, with money shelled out for a handful of water projects in Queensland alone,

which was especially perplexing. “Water security projects are challenging to get up in Queensland, so to miss out on one of the rare occasions governments are giving them out tells us how far back in the line we are,” he said. Mr Jensen said the omission of the Cairns proposal contrasts with the success of water security projects in other parts of the State, including the $5.4 billion for Hell’s Gate dam located in the electorate held by KAP’s Federal Member for Kennedy, Bob Katter. Mr Jensen, who grew up on the Tablelands, said he applauds the Council’s Stage 1 proposal

because it serves the needs of a growing urban population while respecting the needs of primary producers. “Concerning water security, we have to understand two issues: agriculture and industry needs and population growth.”, he said. “These issues have equal importance, and we should not get the two confused. “The current government is more than happy to play these interests against each other. “However, it can be clearly seen that both agricultural needs and urban growth needs to be addressed for the region’s future

prosperity, and that’s what the CRC proposal does.” Mr Katter also supports the Cairns Council’s Water Supply Stage 1 Project, which will source water from the Mulgrave River for drinking supply to the region’s rapidly growing population. Still, he says the support is conditional on the aquifer of the Mulgrave River not being drained. Mr Katter has written to Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce and Shadow Water Minister Terri Butler, asking then to consider funding it if they win the upcoming election.

The Kennedy MP said he had sought assurances that the water plan wouldn’t impact the Mulgrave Sugar Mill or local cane farmers in the Gordonvale area. “There are difficulties that Cairns Regional Council is working through, and we would want to be comfortable that taking water out of the Mulgrave River will not impact farmers in the area,” Mr Katter said. “This can be done so that there won’t be an effect on growing sugar cane in the area. “The project doesn’t touch the water in the Barron River, which is highly beneficial for the people and industries on the

Tablelands and in Mareeba. “When it comes to water, the Townsville Council got a $195m commitment for a pipeline proposal, and Kennedy has been given billions. “We would hope the Federal Member for Leichhardt would come forward with support for the Cairns Council’s Water Project Stage 1. “People in Townsville got a pipeline, and Cairns has got nothing so far.”

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Gateway to Cape York officially opens ahead of the Cape’s tourism season

Traditional Owners, Artists, Friends and guests celebrate the opening of the Gateway to Cape York in Lakeland

OOK Shire Mayor Peter Scott officially opened Lakeland’s Gateway to Cape York and sculpture park on Friday, April 8, at a ceremony with more than 60 stakeholders, Cook Shire Councillors, community members, artists and representatives from neighbouring Aboriginal Shire Councils and local government agencies. Featuring an iconic “gateway,” a purpose-built traveller information centre, a rest stop area and an interactive sculpture park that showcases communities from Cape York. The $1.2 million project at Lakeland on Mulligan Highway welcomes visitors to Cape York Peninsula. The Queensland Govern-

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ment delivered the gateway with $998,000 from the Building our Regions program. Cook Shire Council contributed $290,000 and managed the delivery of the project. Cook Shire Mayor Peter Scott said this gateway would be significant to tourism in the region. “Lakeland marks the beginning of many Cape York adventures and is a significant tourist junction for the tourism drive market and 4WD adventurers,” Cr Scott said. An essential aspect of the project was to highlight what makes the Cape historically, culturally and ecologically unique and educate visitors

on what they can do to help preserve it. “The Gateway to Cape York gives vital tourism infrastructure to Lakeland that has been designed to be iconic, interactive, artistic, educational and inspirational,” Cr Scott said. The information centre showcases the history and unique ecology of Cape York while addressing environmental challenges, including littering, fire, invasive plants and animals and the importance of respecting landowner’s rights. The sculpture park features 16 artworks designed and developed by communities across the Cape. The park has been de-

signed in the shape of a map of Cape York, with the park’s footpaths symbolising the region’s iconic roads. Each sculpture reflects the spirit of the community who designed it and the community’s geographic location on the map. Cook Shire’s Manager Tourism, Arts and Events Sally Eales said the grand opening marked a new beginning in a successful tourism season. “With international travel restrictions easing, today’s official opening of the Gateway to Cape York heralds the beginning of what we know will be a sensational tourism season for the whole region,” Ms Eales said.

“Iconic and very Instagram-able, the Gateway to Cape York makes Lakeland a must-see itinerary stop for everyone visiting or setting off to explore Cooktown and Cape York.” Member for Cook Cynthia Lui said the Palaszczuk Government’s Building our Regions (BoR) program supported the delivery of essential infrastructure across regional Queensland. “The Gateway to Cape York is a great way to welcome tourists to the Cape; it’s beauty and adventure,” Ms Lui said. “I can’t wait to see many tourists travel here and learn about these communities. “BoR has a long and suc-

cessful track record of supporting local governments to deliver projects bringing jobs and economic opportunities to communities across Queensland, including those in our most remote locations. “BoR has approved funding of over $348 million for 271 projects in 67 regional council areas, attracting additional investment of over $539 million and supporting an estimated 2770 construction jobs and many flow-on jobs and opportunities.” For more information on the Gateway to Cape York, visit www.cooktownandcapeyork.com

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STATE SCHOOLS MUST BE PROPERLY AND FAIRLY FUNDED. BUT SCOTT MORRISON SAYS THAT’S NOT HIS JOB. Australia prides itself on being a nation that provides opportunity for all, yet under the Morrison Government, students in state schools are denied the critical funding they need to succeed.

state schools while giving private schools special deals of $9 billion extra.

99% of state schools do not have the minimum standard of funding their students need because the Morrison Government has capped federal funding for state schools at 20%, while private schools receive 80%. In fact, state schools are underfunded by a minimum of $6.7 billion every year to 2023.

Our communities know that with more teachers, education support staff, smaller classes, high quality learning facilities and proper funding for state schools, every child can thrive and achieve their dreams. But Scott Morrison says “That’s not his job”.

It is state schools that have not received any federal capital works funding for buildings or equipment since 2017, despite the urgent need for high quality learning areas and new classrooms. Over the past decade, the Morrison Government has gone missing for

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SHARING CULTURAL Young entrepreneurs experiences with babies bite into the Big Fish program to share stories and songs in a warm, gentle, explorative setting. Supported by Cairns Regional Council and the State Library of Queensland, the program will be delivered through the First 5 Forever initiative at Cairns Libraries. Targeted at children two and under and their parents/ carers, the Bulkaway Muruku program aims to share stories in an interactive setting that encourages self-exploration through spirit, music and song. “Bulkaway Muruku is all about bringing the stories to life through song, allowing audiences to participate in light, natural and immersive story sharing, and encouraging self-musical expression,” Ms Schrieber said. Along with Ms Schrieber, the program will be delivered by harpist and composer Natalia Mann, and performer

A new program has been launched at Cairns Libraries, uniting artists and storytellers in providing interactive cultural experiences and yarns for babies and their parents/ caregivers. Singer/songwriter Merindi Schrieber has curated the “Bulkaway Muruku” (Yarning Together) sessions. Ms Schrieber is a multidisciplinary artist with song and stories as her strong focus, embracing language stemming from her Kuku Yalanji roots. She has delighted audiences with her charismatic and infectious presence at festivals, events and corporate functions. Her arts practice since 2018 has revolved around supporting “mamas and the first 1000 days” through an arts and cultural perspective. As co-creator of Ngamumu, Ms Schrieber has launched the Bulkaway Muruku sessions

and winner of the APRA 2000 Most Performed Jazz Work, Nikki Dolls. Ms Mann’s music is inspired by trees, animals, and her Oceanic and Celtic ancestry stories. She has performed worldwide as an original solo artist and as a lead harpist for symphony orchestras, pop bands, world ensembles, and contemporary art performances. Ms Dolls’ expressive voice manifests a warm rapport with her audiences, accompanied by her smooth rhythmic percussion; she has a shining performance history, including musical theatre, festival events, studio sessions and film. Bulkaway Muruku is coming to the Earlville Library from 10am to 10.45am on April 12 and April 26, May 9 and May 23 and June 6.

Big Fish Bootcamp for young entrepreneurs 2020

Shark Tank -style program visited Cairns during the Easter Holidays. The startup bootcamp - Big Fish - guides young entrepreneurs to develop solutions for problems by participating in two days of workshops and mentoring. The event had an attendance of over 30 young creatives. Through Big Fish, students aged 13-18 learned the creative process of building a startup from previous Australian Young Innovator of the Year – Taj Pabari. On day one, participants teamed up to start brainstorming their bright ideas. On day two, teams discov-

(L-R) Natalie Mann, Merindi Schrieber and Nikki Dolls will deliver the new Bulkaway Muruku program at Earlville Library.

ered how to turn those ideas into real business ventures. Teams learned about prototypes, logos, websites, marketing material, business models, financials, target market validation, and pitches. Previous Big Fish participant, Naomi said the program opened many opportunities for young people. “Big Fish is an awesome program that I would definitely recommend for creative and driven teenagers,” she said. “I loved actually learning about useful skills such as marketing and public speaking, and I had an amazing time meeting new people.”

Big Fish is the perfect school holiday activity to keep kids busy, entertained, and inspired with fun and experimental workshops, inspiring mentors, and a final pitch event with special guest judges. All participants walk away with new skills, industry and peer connections, future career insights and inspiration. This year’s Big Fish was at CQU Cairns on Wednesday April 13 and Thursday April 14. Y(E)P Entrepreneurship Facilitators, AusIndustry, Advance Queensland and CQUniversity fund and support the Big Fish Bootcamp.

PLAN FOR FIRST NATIONS TOURISM UNDERWAY IN TNQ

ONSULTATION is about to start on the Tropical North Queensland First Nations Tourism Action Plan, with workshops to be held across the region to support the development of Indigenous tourism. The workshops will be held at 13 locations from Innisfail north to Thursday Island and west to Normanton from April 18 to June 14. Tropical North Queensland Indigenous Experiences Cluster Group Chair Dale Mundraby said the industry group had identi-

fied the need for a local, clearly articulated plan for First Nations Tourism to build on the success of the Queensland plan developed by the Queensland Tourism Industry Council. “First Nations-led tourism experiences are increasingly in demand across the world,” Mr Mundraby said. “And Tropical North Queensland is ideally placed as the only destination with two World Heritage areas and two national cultures – the Torres Strait Islander people and the Aboriginal people.

“There is a strong vision for the development of Tropical North Queensland Indigenous tourism products and experiences, but a plan is necessary to guide that vision. “We need the people with the connection to the environment to showcase our Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics Rainforest World Heritage areas and create an economy through Indigenous tourism,” he said. A Steering Committee has been formed to lead the development of the Tropical North

Queensland First Nations Tourism Action Plan with Co-Chairs Dale Mundraby, Juan Walker and Willie Enoch-Tranby. The Committee includes Alicia Haines representing the Wet Tropics Management Authority (WTMA) Indigenous Advisory Project Plan Group; Gavin Singleton representing the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (GBRMPA) Indigenous Advisory Group; Mayor Ross Andrews representing the Far North Queensland Regional Organisation of Councils (FNQROC);

Joann Schmider representing the Indigenous academic community and the Rainforest Aboriginal People; and Fraser Nai representing the emerging Torres Strait tourism industry. Mr Enoch-Tranby said the Committee would spend the next three months consulting Indigenous and non-Indigenous stakeholders on the framework for the plan. “There are Indigenous people with great ideas for a tourism business, but they are not sure how to go about it, and this plan

will give them that direction,” he said. “The biggest outcomes will be job creation, looking after country, being able to present country, and enabling non-Indigenous people to experience what that connection to country is.”

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WHITE CROSSES TO HONOUR OUR LOCAL SOLDIERS ON ANZAC DAY

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Mossman RSL Secretary Wally Gray helped assemble the crosses, placed a red poppy on each and dipped them in protective coating.

WHITE crosses representing fallen Douglas soldiers will be placed at the Port Douglas cenotaph to mark the 107th Anniversary of the Anzac’s landing at Gallipoli. Mossman State High School students will lay the 67 small timber crosses during Mossman RSL President Ron Savage’s reading of the fallen on Anzac Day this year. Volunteers from the Mossman Men’s Shed, crafted and painted the crosses with names etched into a plaque by local engraver Janet Goodall. Mossman RSL Secretary Wally Gray, his wife Chris and fellow branch member Bryan Smith assembled the crosses, placed a red poppy on each and dipped them in protective coating. Mr Gray said 66 crosses have names of fallen local soldiers, while one cross was unnamed to represent soldiers not recorded. “Newell Beach Takeaway came up with the idea and donated funds towards

the project which was very generous,” he said. “By putting a protective coating on these, we hope to use them every year and make it somewhat of a local ritual. “I would like to encourage everyone to pay their respects at our local services this year and remember our fallen soldiers.” The Daintree Ferry will be open at 4am on Anzac Day to accommodate ferry users wishing to attend dawn services. Douglas Shire Mayor Michael Kerr, who will address the Mossman and Port Douglas services, said Anzac Day would be another special occasion. “Our local community always comes together to honour those who served our beautiful country over the years,” he said. “I look forward to commemorating the mateship, courage and sacrifice of our brave Anzac soldiers.” Douglas Shire will

remember the fallen at traditional ANZAC Day services on Monday, April 25 2022. Representatives from the Royal Australian Navy will attend services in Port Douglas and Mossman. Mossman The 107th Anniversary of the Anzac’s landing at Gallipoli will start with a dawn service at the Mossman Cenotaph on Front St at 5.15am, with official proceedings from 5.25am. Dignitaries from the Mossman RSL, the clergy, State Member for Cook Cynthia Lui and Douglas Shire Council will be present. Port Douglas In Port Douglas, people will meet at Port Village in Macrossan Street from 10am and begin the march towards the cenotaph at 10:15 am. Official proceedings then commence at the cenotaph in ANZAC Park at 10:30 am.

FOR over 45 years, Bills Marine has been serving the mad keen boating enthusiasts of the Tropical North, and now the team is giving back to the community. Bills Marine have put on their fishing caps and have come up with the ultimate way their team and loyal customers can give back to the community. After spending 45 years of creating memories and reeling in the big ones, Bills Marine is bursting with pride to be able to give back to charities that have supported them over the past four decades. Director Scott Heinemann and Parts and Accessories Manager Paul Bellamy announced - Community Dollars. Community Dollars will allow customers to nominate a local charity that will receive a percent-

age from their sale to the donation pool of money each quarter. Scott Heinemann has chosen three charities for the first quarter to receive the donations to get the ball rolling. “We’ve selected Cairns Coast Guard, Port Douglas VMR, and The Tablelands Fish Stocking Society,” Mr Heinemann said. “The Coast Guards look after us when we are out on the water, and the fish stocking society is all about restocking the Tinaroo dam, an essential job.” As the hub for the local fishing and boating community, Mr Heinemann said his team is ready to make a difference in the day-today functioning of local charities. “Community Dollars is a way the community can get involved and for us to give back because, at the end of the day, it’s these indus-

tries that help us,” he said. Paul Bellamy cannot wait to see the program rolled out on the back of the business’s success. “I’m excited about the program and that we are in the position to give back to the community and the people that have supported Bills Marine for so long,” Mr Bellamy said. “There are a lot of non-forprofit organisations out there that rely on businesses or donations, and we are glad we are in a position to assist. “The three charities that Scott chose upfront are all valuable organisations within our industry. “We are hoping through this program other charities will come forward and nominate themselves for some assistance,” he said.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Isabella, loved your article Friday 8th April. I also have a home in Palm Cove, on 865m land, Its UCV went from $310,000 to $425,000, an increase of $115,000 or 37%! Being in a company structure, (may also apply to property’s held in superfunds, need to check Monday) it will now attract LAND TAX, Company threshold is $350,000 therefore next year not only increase in rates, also land tax of $2,750 pa for the OSR. I call it B.S wealth tax in disguise, so every landlord will need to push up rents again. Funny how this GOVERNMENT quietly puts the knife in. Australia was in a surplus situation 10 or so years ago, today one Trillion $ in debt. I think it’s actually more or not certain $40,000 each man woman child, yet our elected politicians still generate huge superannuation at our expense, with no recourse for their dumb actions, (eg French Sub never to be built and so on). We all have 60 days to object. Best Mike K Don’t be conned by Scomo’s apparent backflip on the floods in QLD. It isn’t ‘people power’ it is an election gimmick. Noel, Cairns

Pet owners, please restrain your pets in on leash parks and beaches. Consider other dogs that may be nervous and show aggression when approached by an off-leash pet. Teach your dog social skills humans don’t walk up to a complete stranger and stand in their personal space. Respect other pet owners right to walk their dogs without incident. This is also part of our council laws. Mitch, Caravonica

END POLLING DAY UNCERTAINTY Once again in recent weeks we have witnessed the guessing game about when a Prime Minister will visit the GovernorGeneral to formally initiate the process for holding a federal election. When most states and territories have adopted fixed election dates with four-year terms, the timing of our federal elections and therefore the length of the current three-year parliamentary term remains the object of political game-playing by the person who happens to be PM at any given time. The Real Republic Australia advocates for an Australian republic with a genuinely directly elected Head of State, but we

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also support other worthwhile reforms to the Australian Constitution including fixed four-year terms for the Federal Parliament. We believe there is a list of constitutional reforms needed, starting with recognition of First Nations’ people and an Australian republic. But let’s also make a move to fixed four-year terms for our Federal Parliament. A fixed term means greater certainty and the end of the unfair political advantage given to the side of politics that happens to be in office when a term ends. A four-year term means fewer costly elections, bearing in mind that Australian Electoral Commission figures show the 2019 election cost taxpayers more than $370 million. David Muir AM Chair Real Republic Australia Brisbane

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WITH YOUR FURRY BEST FRIEND ways to bond and spend time together to make beautiful memories, and you often are more active on holidays exploring your new surroundings together. “Your dog will always want to go on a holiday with you rather than being put in kennel accommodation, and that is why I try to take my dog on holiday with me. “Life keeps us busy, and after a while, it’s normal for your dog to show signs of longing to have a holiday, just like we do as human beings. “A change of scenery, taking walks on the beach, swimming in the lake are all good for the mental wellbeing of humans and dogs alike.” Mr Williams said that for dog owners in Cairns who like to travel around FNQ or tropical destinations, it is crucial to keep your pup hydrated and make it feel comfortable. “The weather is lowest on the

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N Monday, April 11, Australia celebrated National Pet Day to honour the fluffy companions that make us feel happy and loved every day. Travelling with our dogs is a must, so in line with the National Pet Day celebration and the Easter break, dog psychology expert and behavioural specialist for holiday accommodation service Stayz, Nathan Williams, has some travelling tips for dog owners. When it comes to deciding whether to take your dog with you on holidays or not, Mr Williams said that travelling with your dog can be an excellent way to strengthen the bond with your pet. “We all know that dogs live short lives, so any excuse to have more time is always good,” he said. “A holiday is one of the best

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list of things that affect a dogs’ behaviour. The main behaviour factor is based on the owners and dogs’ attitude,” he said. “When exercising in a hot/ humid climate, a slow, calm walk is preferred to keep the dog’s body temperature from getting too high. “I make sure there is adequate water always available for my dog, and even when I travel, I make sure to take regular stops and carry water in the car and my dog’s favourite treats and food, so they feel at ease wherever we go.” According to Mr Williams, a key to comfortable holidays with your dog is finding pet-friendly accommodation. “Nothing builds trust and fond memories like quality bonding time with your pet. I prefer personally to take my dog on holidays with me and holiday homes are a great accommodation type where you have your

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own space, and often have your own yard for your dog to play in,” he said. “I’d suggest keeping plenty of cool, fresh water always available and allowing the dog access to somewhere cool to lay. “Other things to bring with you on holiday is anything that feels familiar like a water bowl, food bowl, dog bed, car seatbelt harness, leash and properly fitted collar. “Dog food, of course, is essential for the trip and making sure you have enough for the time you are away.” For dog owners who want to travel with their pets, Stayz has a range of over 9,000-holiday homes and apartments across Australia that are pet friendly. For more information, visit: https://bit.ly/3jym2Jt

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FAMILIES living in Mossman and surrounding areas will have a new reason to visit the local pool by year-end. Douglas Shire Council has announced it will release a tender next month to build a splash park on the grass area at the Mossman Pool. Council and the Queensland Government will jointly fund the project, which has offered Council $1.5 million to build splash parks in Mossman and

Port Douglas. Douglas Shire Mayor Michael Kerr said the splash park would be a massive drawcard for the Mossman Pool precinct. “We have more than 1500 pre-schoolers and primary school students in Douglas Shire, many who live on farms in Mossman and our rural beachside neighbourhoods,” Cr Kerr said. “All kids young and old can choose their level of getting wet at a splash park, while even

smaller toddlers can tentatively make footprints.” “Parents will love the shady picnic tables and BBQs nearby, and they and older children can go into the 50-metre pool for a swim. “It is the perfect place for families on hot sunny days.” Member for Cook Cynthia Lui said the Palaszczuk Government was proud to deliver on the commitment to the people of Douglas Shire to provide splash

parks in the region. “We are living up to that commitment, and the communities will enjoy the connections and health benefits that come with splash parks,” Ms Lui said. “On top of the splash parks commitment from the Queensland Government, the Douglas Shire Council has been allocated more than $9 million for community infrastructure projects through the job-creating Works for Queensland, and COVID

Works for Queensland programs.” Council is also progressing plans to build a custom-made water play area in Port Douglas and ask people where they think the best spot is and why it is the best location. Mayor Kerr said both towns would have water play areas by 2024. “We have the funding locked in, and now we need to get our community involved in a deeper

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The SheShed Team Are Powered Up and Ready In Mossman

’VE been intending to pay a visit to the Mossman Men’s Shed for a while now and at some point, I certainly will. This week, however, I did attend the same venue, but on this occasion, it was to inspect the practical skills of our talented local ladies. The newly formed ‘SheShed’ is up and running with some enthusiastic new members and a selection of power tools that would make any contestants of the ‘The Block’ extremely jealous. Gone are the days of Blue Jobs and Pink Jobs in the home, as we are now living in a wonderful world where men can wear aprons and women can wear work boots. Our global tribe of women are now more empowered than ever to put down the broom and pick up a drill and hammer. Over the next few weeks, a number of fun but useful projects will be addressed, including the use of power tools such as drills, sanders and saws. The girls will embark on timber preparation and painting, lawn mower maintenance, basic plumbing, even curtain and track selection for their homes. Mosaic Art will be one of the topics on the

level of engagement to bring their fantastic ideas to life,” he said. “Now is a good time for our residents in Port Douglas to think about what they would like to see in a water play area before we announce the engagement opportunities shortly.” Both splash park and water play projects need to be completed before May 31, 2024, to meet the State Government’s grant funding guidelines.

work bench, including the design and construction of a Coffee Table and initially the creation of the SheShed Sign itself. Upcycling will be another important aspect of the SheShed member’s work. By the term Upcycling, they don’t mean the use of an exercise bike, but such projects as striping, preparing and painting of upholstery for furniture, Rag Rug making, plus Picture Framing and restoration Tye Dye. Basically, the SheShed is designed to provide a haven for ALL women to come together and share skills, make new friends, get creative and ultimately master the maintenance of their own home. Skilled facilitators Deb and Doreen will be overseeing the action every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 9am until 1pm, so why not get in touch on 4098 2836 or visit in person to 20 Mill Steet, Mossman. I’m off to sharpen my drills, so for now it’s Gazza signing out. Send your stories to gazza@cairnslocalnews.com.au

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GROWING A RURAL HEALTH FNQ WILDLIFE CREEKS WIN IN LATEST NATURAL RESOURCES INVESTMENT

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THE threatened yellow-bellied glider and a creek in historic Irvinebank on the Tablelands, will benefit from the Palaszczuk Government’s latest investment in protecting the state’s land and waters. Resources Minister Scott Stewart announced the latest tranche of grants from the state’s fouryear $60 million natural resources management investment. “It’s important to contribute directly to groups that are on the ground as they are so invested in looking after the natural environment,” Mr Stewart said. The Far North’s Gulf Savannah, Terrain and Cape York NRM are among seven natural resource management groups sharing more than half-a-million dollars in grants. Member for Cook Cynthia Lui welcomed the funding which would help protect the environment in Far North Queensland. “By working with these local natural resource management groups, government can get behind local priorities for building stable and resilient landscapes,” Ms Lui said. “Queensland’s natural land resources are important for our agricultural, resources and tourism industries which is why it’s important we look after them.” Terrain will use $84,000 work to clear the invasive weed lantana and protect the habitat of the threatened yellow-bellied glider in Gilbey Forest on the Atherton Tableland. Teams of locals will clear lantana from a 20-hectare area of tall eucalypt, the glider’s habitat, near Herberton. Gulf Savannah will use $40,000 to start a long-term project to clean-up the silt-filled McDonald Creek that runs through the historic tin mining town of Irvinebank. The creek is so shallow it flooded during the wet season, cutting off the road into the town and

damaging the creekside park and picnic areas in the town’s centre. The grant will fund initial scientific studies to identify the source of the silt that has built-up in the creek. The work will also involve hydrology students from the James Cook University Cairns campus as part of their field studies. Gulf Savannah will also use more than $130,000 to revegetate a 2.5-hectare habitat corridor and restore a link for wildlife from Abattoir Swamp to Hunter Creek. They’ll be working with Tablelands Regional Council, local landholders, and the local Mitchell River watershed management group, who manage the swamp to complete the planting, care for the seedlings and maintain the revegetated areas in the future. Ms Lui said projects like this were important in protecting natural assets in the region. “Working with local on-the-ground groups is important because they know the regions well,” she said. Cape York, Gulf Savannah, SQ Landscapes and NQ Dry Tropics in the Burdekin will also use grants totalling about $200,000 on systems and software to improve their results, and results for other NRM groups, delivering better value for government funds. Meanwhile in the south-east corner, Healthy Land and Water will use almost $113,000 to train local Traditional Owners and landholders on Bribie Island and the Gold Coast hinterland in fire management. All projects will be completed by mid-year. The funds are part of the Palaszczuk Government’s $60 million commitment over the past four years in protecting the state’s soil and waters.

WORKFORCE FOR NQ

ON Monday, the Honourable David Littleproud, Minister for Agriculture and Northern Australia, was in Cairns to announce Health Workforce Queensland (HWQ) as a recipient of the Northern Queensland Development Program, Business and Community Grant (the Grant). The Grant will enable health students to be immersed, trained and skilled for employment in the communities of Mareeba, Atherton, Ravenshoe and Herberton, adding to and complimenting their university schedule. As a direct result of the Grant, Health Workforce Queensland’s GROW Rural Northern Queensland (GROW Rural NQ) will commence in September 2022. GROW Rural NQ is a collaboration involving local communities, service providers and health professionals who will actively contribute to the program’s planning and development. This project will give health students a unique experience, provide them with the skills they need for local employment, and develop familiarity and a deeper understanding of their professional and personal lives when working in rural north Queensland. Health Workforce Queensland’s Engagement and Development Manager, Andrew Hayward,

said this Grant was highly significant for the regional communities. “We know the positive impacts of training health students in the regions,” Mr Hayward said. “Connecting with the community, building familiarity and developing the skills they need to succeed has a major influence on a health students’ decision where they will practice; this grant is a massive boost for our Northern Queensland rural communities.” Through the provision of the Grant, HWQ aims to create a pipeline of health graduates trained and ready for a health career in rural practice in Northern Queensland. A targeted group of medical, allied health and nursing students will be selected and provided with exposure to rural and remote Queensland required to commence a career in primary health care in Mareeba, Atherton, Ravenshoe and Herberton over three years. The unique aspect of GROW Rural NQ is that it is the only program of its type to include students from all health disciplines. It is aimed at first-year health students, and throughout the program, the students gain first-hand experience working collaboratively with other students from different disciplines. Students are taught about Indigenous history and culture by

Elders, listen to rural career stories from local health professionals, and learn and improve their clinical skills by participating in scenarios that focus on the real issues faced by specific rural communities. Health Workforce Queensland CEO, Mr Chris Mitchell, said the Grant is critical to the sustainability of the GROW Rural program. “The Grant will enable us to expand GROW Rural and collaborate with the practices, communities, councils and other service providers to expose and prepare a targeted health workforce for the Northern Queensland communities of Mareeba, Atherton, Ravenshoe and Herberton,” Mr Mitchell said. “Early exposure and the development of familiarity are key to the success of GROW Rural; this grant funding means that we can implement the activities required to prepare a future workforce.” “After the outstanding success of GROW Rural Central Queensland, the announcement by Minister Littleproud means that more health students will have the opportunity to be part of rural communities and discover how integral rural health professionals are to community wellbeing,” he said.

(L to R) Andy van der Rijt, Health Workforce Queensland Service Delivery Manager; Andrew Hayward, Health Workforce Queensland Engagement and Development Manager; Hon MP David Litttleproud, Minister for Agriculture and Northern Australia; and Bryce Macdonald, LNP Kennedy candidate.

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Fri April 15 - Sun April 17, 2022 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Chocolate Lover’s High Tea at Pullman Cairns International Our famous Chocolate Lover’s High Tea is a lavish chocolate indulgence, perfect for the sweet tooth in us all. Price: Accor Plus – $54 per adult / Adults – $60 per adult / Child (5-14 years) – $29 per child / Kids under 5 years eat free Bookings recommended.

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Archie 100: A Century of the Archibald Prize Tempe Manning Self-portrait 1939

THE Cairns Art Gallery is thrilled to present a new major exhibition, Archie 100: A Century of the Archibald Prize, celebrating 100 years of Australia’s oldest and most-loved portrait award and reflecting upon the changing face of our nation. This landmark exhibition explores the rich history of the Archibald Prize, unearthing fascinating stories behind more than 100 carefully selected artworks. Arranged thematically, Archie

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100 delves into the controversies and the commonplace, the triumphant and the thwarted, and honours the artists who have made the Archibald Prize the most sought-after accolade in Australian art today. Art Gallery of NSW director Dr Michael Brand said Archie 100 and the Archibald Prize online archive are extraordinary records of our society and culture. “Since its inception, the Archibald Prize has attracted entries from prominent and emerging artists in Australia and New Zealand and celebrated figures from all walks of life, from famous faces to local heroes,” Brand said. “Archie 100 is an exploration of key moments in the evolution of the prize, from 1921 to today, and an opportunity to reflect on our shared history and consider how we’ve changed over a century. “We look forward to sharing this momentous exhibition with the many people who visit the Archibald Prize each year, and we extend our sincere thanks to the many institutions and private lenders who have helped

make it possible to stage this exhibition during the Gallery’s 150th year.” Resulting from many years of research and a national public appeal for help to locate lost portraits, Archie 100 features a selection of works from the Gallery’s collection and works from libraries, galleries and museums across Australia and New Zealand, and private Australian and international collections. Exhibition curator and curator of Australian and Pacific art at the Art Gallery of NSW Natalie Wilson said Archie 100 includes portraits by a wide range of artists from across Australia and New Zealand and from every decade of the prize. “Each portrait selected for Archie 100 offers an exciting glimpse into a specific moment in time,” Wilson said. Together, these works uncover societal changes in engaging ways, enabling people to experience how artistic styles and approaches to portraiture have changed over time. “Visitors can expect to see and discover stories of renowned portraits of identities from the past century, magnificent

portraits of intriguing characters whose names have today been forgotten, and works that have not been seen in public since first being exhibited in the Archibald Prize.” First awarded in 1921, the Archibald Prize was established following a bequest from former Art Gallery of NSW trustee and founder of The Bulletin magazine, JF Archibald (1856-1919), whose aim was to foster portraiture, support artists and perpetuate the memory of extraordinary Australians. The open competition, which the trustees of the Gallery judge, has been awarded annually (with two exceptions: 1964 and 1980) to the best portrait, ‘preferentially of some man or woman distinguished in arts, letters, science or politics, painted by any artist resident in Australasia’. The development and tour of this project have been assisted by the Australian Government’s Visions of Australia program. The Archibald 100 is running at the Cairns Art Gallery until June 12; entry to the exhibition is free, and no bookings are required. www.cairnsartgallery.com.au

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CAIRNS’ home of quality stage productions, The Rondo Theatre proudly announces its next play, ‘Cherish’ by award-winning playwright Ken Duncum, opening on Friday, April 29. ‘Cherish’ is an honest and compelling story of two queer couples and the family they share, provoking the audience to consider the complexities of surrogate parenthood. Jess and Maeve each have a daughter fathered by Tom, whose long-term partner is William. The deal is that Jess will have another child who Tom and William will raise…but what

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Travel will be to your advantage; however, it might be expensive. You may find yourself interested in more than one person. Take care when dealing with older relatives. Involvement in financial schemes will be followed by losses.

Keep an eye on your weight. You might find that co-workers will support your endeavours. You will be extremely receptive to new and progressive methods at work. You will meet new and exciting people if you attend social activities or sporting events.

Your reputation may be at stake if you partake in gossip. New emotional connections can be made through business contacts. Sudden changes in your financial situation are likely. Confusion could result when communicating with others.

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Take time to re-evaluate your motives regarding friendships. Being unappreciated by your boss could make it hard to do your work effectively. Do not lend money or belongings to friends. Your partner may be somewhat irritable this week.

You can make moves, but they won’t be settling. Changes in your home may be alarming at first. Don’t make promises that you can’t possibly keep. You can have a great time if you go out with the one you love.

Take care of any pressing health problems. You’ll be an emotional basket case this week. Don’t take any comments too seriously. Enlist the aid of family members and consider the feelings of your mate. Children’s needs could be more costly than you anticipated.

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Anzac Day ceremony at the Gordonvale Cenotaph 2017, courtesy Mulgrave Shire Historical Society.

Anzac Day Gordonvale. Cenotaph situated at the centre of Cannon and Norman Streets c. 1950s, courtesy Mulgrave Shire Historical Society

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MEETING of diggers at Gordonvale in June 1924 decided it was time for a fitting tribute to be erected in commemoration of their fallen comrades. There was unanimous support for a cenotaph to be erected as the memorial. A budget of £300 had been set and after much discussion it was agreed that a cenotaph similar in style to the memorials in Mareeba and Herberton would be

most suitable. The meeting also set Armistice Day as the date for the unveiling ceremony. Two weeks later, a committee had been established to oversee management of the project and fundraising for it. The Gordonvale Cenotaph Committee comprised four diggers, four members of the Women’s Auxiliary and three citizens. Townsville masons, Melrose and Fenwick, had been appointed to construct it. However, a decision as to where it would

be located had not yet been reached. Finally, at a meeting on Tuesday, July 22 it was decided that the intersection of Norman and Cannon Streets was the most prominent, and appropriate, location. On November 12, 1924, The Northern Herald reported: “The unveiling of the Gordonvale Cenotaph took place yesterday, before a large gathering of residents and visitors. The ceremony was very fittingly

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arranged, and very impressive. The proceedings opened with the hymn, “Lead Kindly Light,” played by the Gordonvale Band, after which Rev. I. Butterworth read Psalm 46.” The official unveiling by the Chairman of the Shire Council, Mr. S. H. Warner, was accompanied a rendition of the “Dead March in Saul” and followed by a minute’s silence. Standing 17 feet, 9 inches high the Cenotaph features an Australian soldier

with reversed rifle and lowered head. The column is constructed of Helidon Free Stone and is surrounded by iron railing of about 10 fee square. It originally listed the names of only Great War diggers but now also includes fallen soldiers from WW2. The memorial was relocated to Norman Park in the late 1960s. Sources: TROVE, Mulgrave Shire Historical Society, Virtual War Memorial Australia.

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SPORT ATHERTON GOLF CLUB A few of our members attended the Mareeba Open last weekend. Well done to Amber Barker the Ladies Champion. C-grade Ladies Gross winner Liz Brown. C-grade Ladies Nett winner Deb Peressini. Sat. A-grade Men’s nett winner Des Riggs. Sat. C-grade Men’s Nett winner Jeff Bochow. Wednesday Sporters April 6th. We played a 13 Hole Stableford with 28 players. Winner: Tom McEwan 32 pts; R/up: Chris McClarty 30 pts; 3rd: Peter Doherty 28 pts. NTPs 3 Hollywood, 11 Pete Doherty, 18 Chris Macca. Least Putts Jackpots to $10 with 2 on 19 putts. Raffle $20 Abby McEwan, $10 Brownie, 1 Ball Jonnesy. A wee update on the Sporter of the year, after 3 months the Leaders are Broads and Flory 16 pts. Next week a Stableford. Thursday April 7th: s/ford, sponsored by Gail Gard, was won by Kerry Williamson 37 pts; R/up: Annette Seawright 35 pts. Pin shots went to 3 Lorraine Doolan, 9 Dee Jierasak, 11 Liz Brown and 18 2nd shot Annette Seawright. Next Thursday is a stroke sponsored by Whole Life Pharmacy. Friday 8 Hole Chook run: Winner: Jeff Bochow 21 pts;

R/up: Cooper O’Brien 20 pts on countback from Porky Seawright. Saturday April 9th: 23 Ladies played the 2nd round of 4BBB. Closely contested with 3 teams having 44 pts. Winning was Dee Jierasak and Rhonda Carey; R/up was Sam Duck and Ann Moss; 3rd was Shelley Broadley and Deb Peressini. Pin shots went to 3 Shelley Broadley, 9 Lyn Morrison, 11 Kerry Williamson and 2nd shot on 18 Ann Moss. Sunday April 3rd: Medley Stableford: Winner: Emily McEwan 41pts; R/up: Abby McEwan 40pts on a countback to Mitchell Toward, Brian Brown and Neil Stubbin. Great scores! Saturday April 9th: Club Stableford with a great field of 82 men including 9 visitors. Overall and Div 1 winner Dave Morrison 41 pts (74 gross ,1 better than his age); Div.1 R/up: Bob Stoward 39 pts on countback from Simon Higham. Div.2: Winner: playing his 1st comp game was Byron Schep 39 pts; R/up: Keith Sanderson 38 pts; 3rd Dave Hazlett 37 pts. NTPs 3 visitor Col. Jackson, 9 R.Tomo, 11 D.Shaw, 18 M.Hains. Eagle on the 2nd to Kenleigh Mather. SILKWOOD BOWLS CLUB

NO Barefoot bowls for Friday April 15th due to being Good Friday. Sunday April 10th: Another B grade Champion of Champion game was played between Barry Green & Rex Williams the score was 25 to 11 with Rex moving into the next round. Team Delmo Tarditi & Alan Hudson/Mirella Berryman defeated Team Lee-ann Mayell & Daniel Gauci was a close game with the scores of 19 to 16. Saturday April 9th: An invitation from Babinda Bowls Club for our Club President to bring along a team of four. Lee-ann Mayell, Jean Messina, Rex Williams & Brian Brooks enjoyed a wonderful afternoon of bowls on their new green. Wednesday April 6th: Team Denise Charman & Jean Messina defeated team Delmo Tarditi & Tim Wallis 24 to 14. Team Rex Williams and Lee-ann Mayell defeated Len Charman & Alan Hudson/Ann Hollingsworth 20 to 19. Bowls Social Days: Social Days are Wednesday and Sunday with sign on 1:00pm and start at 1:30pm. Covid Restrictions: Proof of double vaccination is needed for all bowlers and guests on entry with changes coming on the April 14th. All enquiries contact the club on ph. 0475

759 808 or you can follow us on our Facebook page. MARLIN COAST BOWLS CLUB Tuesday Afternoon Men’s Triples: Winner: J Finney, L Whitehead, P Cavanagh; R/up: N Smith, H Dixon, D Gibson Tuesday Night Bowls: Spider: Rick, Jen, Stuart, Brian, Gaylene. Wednesday Mixed Bowls: Winner: D Bridgewater, K Elliott, T Ibbett; R/up: C Crowe, C Thompson, A Mattsson. Thursday Men’s Triples: Winner: B Wright, P Williamson, R Lloyd; R/up: R Gillman, G Reynolds, N Robson. Saturday Afternoon Walking Pairs: Winners of Winners: Not Played; Winners of Losers: Not Played. Club Championships: Men’s Fours: R Gillman, S Mann, J Gillman, J Walford def K Oglesby, C Twigger, G Andreatta, P Williamson 3010; S Vidgen, P Cavanagh, L Idiens, E Blythe def A Mattsson, P Chamberlain, R Lloyd, P Hamilton 23-21. Ladies Pairs: C Thompson, B Andreatta def J Ward, C Scott 25-12; A Lim, L McCarthy def O Morley, J Smith 22-20. Monday Evening Happy Hour, cheap drinks 5:00pm6:00pm.

Tuesday Afternoon Men’s Triples: 1:00pm start, dress optional. Cards called at 12:45pm. Tuesday Night Barefoot Bowls: be here by 5:30pm for a 6:00pm start. Sausage sizzle + bowls and cash prizes. A fun night for all levels of bowler. Wednesday Ladies’ Bowls, gentlemen invited: 1:00pm start, dress optional, cards called at 12:45pm. Thursday Morning 3 Bowl Pairs: 8:30am start, sheet out. Thursday Men’s Triples, ladies invited: 1:00pm start, dress optional. Cards called at 12:45pm. Friday Night Prize-a-rama, Gold Rush, 100 Club, Meat Tray Raffles, Draw Starts 6:30pm. Saturday jackpot Walking Pairs: 1:00pm start, dress optional. Cards called 12:45pm. Sunday happy hour 4:00 till 6:00. All bowlers, nonbowlers and tourists welcome, bowls available for free, ph 4057 6931. Note: All social games played, cards are called 15 minutes before start. Club championships to be played: Check boards for play by dates for Championship games. Like us on Facebook. Special Events: Raffles Friday night also trivia starts again. Club Sponsored Mixed Fours May 15th, Bob Smith sponsored day June 12th. Mr

E’s sponsored day July 3rd. WEST CAIRNS MEN’S BOWLS CLUB Friday Scroungers: Winner: Mal Taylor; R/up: Pauline Bent. Tuesday Comp: Winners: Norm Kehrer, J Populin and Mike O’Halloran with +24pts; R/up: Ray, Mal, Wayne Hewett (Edge Hill crowd) +19pts. Thirsty Thursday: best players were Kevin Ganley, Russell Camp and Pauline Davidson. Sunday Morning: Winner: Stan Weston, Stan Williams, Phantom and Ted Hamilton +21pts; R/up: M Ireland, D Kennedy, J Sach +21pts on countback. Jackpot was not won. Club Championship 4’s: Game 1: W Edwards, J Carr, Boris Milkota and S Wilson (16pts) def G Donovan, P Pue, J Murray and B Berger (14pts); Game 2: T Mawer, S Carolan, P Buntain and S Smith (25pts) def A Paraha, M Hetherton, A White and J Johnston (24pts). The next club championship draw in the “A” pairs and 4’s will be grand Finals (to be scheduled). Note: The pennants squads have been selected so check the board. The first games of interclub pennants will be played on the April 23rd at venues to be decided. Also check the Draw for the Singles

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SPORT in A grade and B grade (now on the board). Please attempt to schedule these games as soon as possible due to the cramped program over the next few months. MAREEBA BOWLS CLUB Tuesday Nights: Barefoot Social Bowls 6:00pm. Come along and try, coaching available, free use of club bowls before you buy your own. Learn the art of lawn bowls on our grass green. Wednesday afternoons 12:45pm for 1:00pm start, Mixed Social Bowls, club selected surprise games. 2 x 12 ends with afternoon tea and fellowship afterwards. March 6th Pairs: Winners Elio Crema, Enid Leonard. Thursday March 7th 4 Bowl Jackpot Pairs self-selected: Winner: Peter Soda’s team; R/ up: Carmel Dezen’s team. Liz Plowman & Deryck Harrigan took the jackpot. Sunday April 10th Fours/ Triples: Winner: Vittorio Tiraboschi, Rob Brown, Neil Vogler, Enid Leonard. Play under the shade on our carpet green for perfect bowling conditions. Beginners and new players all welcome. For information and nominations ph 4092 5288. WEST CAIRNS LADIES Wednesday April 6th: Final Club Championship Pairs: Winners: Liz, Lisa; R/up: Joyce, Tania - well done ladies. The ladies that played social bowls had a game of scroungers: Winner: Pauline; R/up: Marg. Wednesday April 13th Social bowls, as usual if you wish a game, give Liz a call on 0400 626 765 - names in by 10:30am game starts 11:30am finish about 2:30/3:00pm. West Cairns Bowls Club will be closed this Friday due to Good Friday. The Ladies Easter raffle will be drawn on Thursday night April 14th at 7:00pm. We wish everyone a Happy Easter, and don’t eat too much chocolate. Good Bowling to All. WEST CAIRNS TPI MEMORIAL BOWLS CLUB

Bowls pair Rosemary Stevens and John Sawyer were the winners out of the ten players on the green declared at the end of the day last Monday. A heavy shower before the start of the game may have influenced the low attendance. We encourage any player who we have not seen recently to contact us soon as there appear to be many players who have not played for quite a period. New players of any age who enjoy social mixed bowls will be also made most welcome to join us on any Monday to see why we all enjoy the game without the worry of being too concerned about their game spoiling the afternoon for everyone or being caught in adverse weather. Cards are called at West Cairns Bowls Club at 1:15pm and the game commences at 1:30pm and concludes at 4:30pm when one team is awarded a small prize as the result of a draw. Midway through the afternoon a break is held for refreshments and sandwiches and cakes provided as part of the green fee. Members are reminded that a special lunch will be provided at no cost to them as part of the afternoon activities on ANZAC Day commencing about 12:00pm before the game commences at the usual time. Names should be advised for the game next Monday and ANZAC Day to Rosemary on phone 0409 624 623 with details of the parent club of any visitors, their preferred playing position, and a mobile phone contact number. You will be made most welcome at our “friendly club”. EDGE HILL MEMORIAL BOWLS CLUB Ladies Social Bowls: Thursday April 7th Social Bowls: Winners: Trevor Brown, Steve Browning and Irene Crampton. Two rounds of TFNQDLBA Triples were continued Monday April 11th. Put names in for Social Bowls by 2:30pm for a 3:00pm start for Thursday April 14th. Men’s Mixed Social Bowls Tuesday Night April 5th Triples: Winners: Ray Webster,

Col Whyte and Ian Stafford; R/up: Wendy Lynn and Bruce Moseley. Tuesday Night Pairs: Winners; Ron and Irene; R/up: George, Don and Jennie, Tied with Ash and Geoff. Wednesday Night April 6th: Winners: Jennie and Mal; R/up: Sony, George and Mucka. Saturday April 9th Social bowls: Winners: Ian Stafford and John Hayes; R/up: Col Whyte and Darren Curry. Club Events: Check the Notice Board for all games to be played in the “A” Singles with next games Due to be played are J Walker vs P Lee; K Mitchell vs L Braggins; S Henson vs M Styles. “B” Singles games scheduled are P Whitehead vs A Henson; and I Stafford vs G Pomroy. Please arrange your markers. Consistency Singles winner was Steve Henson def Kim Mitchell 100-60. Club Pairs, Triples and Fours have been drawn so check notice board and arrange you match with your opponent. Social bowls will continue every Tuesday (Day and Night), Wednesday night Triples and Easter Saturday Social April 16th. To play social bowls at Edge Hill this week put your name on the lists available behind the bar or on club notice board for a game. Contact Ray Webster 0402 182 230 for assistance otherwise ring the Club 07 4053 1036. MOSSMAN MEN’S BOWLS Thursday April 7th: 20 Bowlers for evening social bowls. SAS, David White, Nev Tesch d Mick Plummer, Warren McCoist, Peter Worley 14-11; Terry Richards, Mick Kilpatrick, Steve Renton d Eric Smith, Gordon Henderson, John Hocking 14-9; George Wilmot, Daryl Hoskins d Peter Fairchild, Bill Allison 24-10; and the winners for the night Gerrard Beech, Wayne Parkes d Doug Pitt, Jason Pearce 28-12. The next social bowls will be held on April 21st. Cost $10.00. Names in by 5:00pm for a 5:30pm start and finish at approx. 7:45pm. Social bowls is open to new

bowlers of beginners. And one lucky person will win a $50.00 meat tray on the night. Saturday April 9th: A great afternoon with 36 bowlers for Jackpot Bowls. SAS, Daryl Hoskins, Joe Girgenti d Kiwi, Dick Pitt, Ton Kessler 26-20; Mick Plummer, Steve Renton, Nev Tesch d Peter Busch, Troy Churchill, Peter Gorsuch 2316; Brian O’Connor, Gordon Henderson, Jason Pearce d Charlie Toohey, Bill Allison, Jim Geddes 22-13; in the Club Championship 4s, John Cochrane, Dave Blain, Ted Holmes, Nev Fletcher d Bernie Wolland, John Fleming, George Wilmot, Peter Fairchild 26-14; Col Widdows, Doug Pitt, Tony Brlyack d David White, Steve Cue, Peter Worley 28-14; and the winners for the day, Terry Richards, Bernie Savage d Bruce Lester, Wayne Parkes 32-14. Sunday April 10th: In the Club Championship Handicap Singles, Steve Cue (-3) d Dick Pitt (-2) 25-9. A reminder, the Club will be closed this Friday for Easter (Good Friday) and Jackpot Bowls will be held this Saturday (Easter Saturday) as usual. Names in by 12:00pm on Saturday, with card call at 12:45pm for a 1:00pm start. Club Championship Games this weekend. Saturday, in the pairs, John Cochrane, Ranald Edwards vs Peter Fairchild, Peter Worley. Sunday, in the A Grade Singles, Dave Blain vs Bernie Wolland, Steve Heffernan vs Steve Cue and Nev Fletcher vs Billy Smith. Anyone interested in playing bowls, either for the first time or returning to the game, contact David White on 0407 630 759. You can now follow the Men’s Section on Facebook (search Mossman Bowls Club Men’s Section).

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CAIRNS Volleyball Association is launching their biggest volleyball season since 2018. They are offering an introductory ‘how to play’ (skills, drills and games) on Thursday nights from 6pm to 8pm, but the competitive division with athletes will show again on Wednesday evenings. For people aged 12 or over interested in taking on a new game and who are not yet ready to dive into Wednesday nights competitive volleyball, the Association hosts two-hour sessions per week for nine weeks for $70 beginning on April 28. Cairns Volleyball/ Volleyball QLD requires $50 for membership/ insurance purposes. For players with more experience who know the game and want to go in-depth, Cairns Volleyball will return to the competitive volleyball seasons, with men’s and women’s com-

petitions getting off the ground and thus athletes back in the air again on Wednesday nights at the Mulgrave Rd Youth Centre. Cairns Volleyball Association President Chris Poppell said it is exciting to start such a big season. “Although we are a small association, Cairns Volleyball has been working to offer more to the community for the last two years,” Mr Poppell said. “On Thursdays, we have 12-year-old students learning the skills with other teenagers, alongside young women coming back into sport developing skills next to mums with their daughters; all being coached by some of the greatest players in Cairns who are then competing in the Wednesday night competition. “Does it really get any better and more holistic than this?” he said.

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Volunteer surf lifesavers return to NQ beaches Competitors running along Dunk Island Spit - Photographer: Andy Green

An act of Defiance RED Bull Defiance will hit the shores of Mission Beach and surrounds this August, with over 160 competitors, across 80 teams, all competing in a threeday multi-sport adventure race. The event, which sold out in under two weeks, covers over 150km of the Cassowary Coast’s beautiful yet brutal terrain. The world-class endurance race features a combination of trail running, mountain biking, rope challenges, rafting, kayaking and mystery tasks. Based out of Mission Beach, the event will stretch from the Tully River at Cardstone to Mena Creek and out to Dunk Island, showcasing the extreme diversity of the region.

Tourism portfolio holder, Councillor Renee McLeod, said the event presents a huge opportunity to show off our backyard and will be a significant boost for the local economy. “Held for the first time in 2019 and unfortunately being postponed in 2020 and 2021 (due to COVID-19), Council is again excited to host the event in 2022 and welcome back the Red Bull Defiance Team, competitors and their support crews and families to our region,” Cr McLeod said. “Recently, Council met with the Red Bull Defiance Team and Outer Limits Adventure Fitness event organisers to discuss course details, event logistics and on the ground support.

“It was exciting to hear of the work the event team has been doing locally to prepare for Red Bull Defiance 2022. “A strong focus has been to engage with local businesses and community groups and leverage their support to deliver a premium yet local experience for competitors.” Sam Stedman, Director of Outer Limits Adventure Fitness, said it has been great connecting and working with the local community to finalise preparations for the event. “Already, we have partnered with local catering business Tuskers Tuckerbox and Catering and Mission Beach Surf Life Savers for their services and facilities to create a Hub for

the athletes,“ Mr Stedman said. “Everyone has been great to work with, and we are still reaching out to other community groups to assist with volunteering. “Our Team is so excited to bring this event again to the Cassowary Coast region and showcase not only the amazing natural assets that the community is home to but also the great community members we have come to know.” For more information, please contact the Cassowary Coast Council on 1300 763 903 or email enquiries@cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au.

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