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opened across Australia on Good Friday to give all blood types a much-needed boost to reach the goal before ANZAC Day. “The need for blood is often unplanned and urgent,” Ms Smtioukh said. “This time of year is when many of our donors take a welldeserved break, but the next two weeks are shaping up to be particularly difficult with back-toback long weekends for Easter and ANZAC Day. “We urgently need over 900 Queenslanders of all blood types to book a donation before Easter Monday, and a further 1,300 through to ANZAC Day,” she said.
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MEALS ON WHEELS TO CELEBRATE… VETERANS WITH 2,500 ANZAC BICCIES
By Isabella Guzman Gonzalez MEALS on Wheels Cairns partnered with RSL Cairns Sub Branch to deliver over 2,500 RSL branded ANZAC biscuits, a long stem poppy and a ‘Lest we forget’ card to their elderly clients in the days leading to ANZAC Day to honour veterans and their families. This will be the first time Meals on Wheels delivers ANZAC biscuits to their clients, and they hope this can become a yearly tradition. The Meals on Wheels Cairns ANZAC biscuit drive initiative was possible due to the contribution of ABC Radio’s ‘QLD Gives Campaign’ and the support of Ovato Print Cairns. Cairns Meals on Wheels president Joan Cadman said this initiative is very significant to their patrons. “Meals on Wheels Cairns was established back in 1968, with volunteers delivering meals for 50 plus years to the Cairns region; this ensures seniors stay healthy and live independently in their homes,” Ms Cadman said. “ANZAC Day is a very special and important time for so many of our clients, with many being veterans, partners, or families of veterans.” “Many of our clients would not find it possible to attend any services on ANZAC Day. “This way, we can bring ANZAC Day into their homes, and they have the RSL special packets of biscuits, their little red poppies, and it’s a token for them to have to commemorate ANZAC Day.” Cairns RSL Sub Branch president Jeffrey Langham said they were excited to have this partnership and support those who
need it most. “To be able to bring the spirit of ANZAC to those who may not be able to attend the service and march on the day is a great initiative that the Cairns RSL subbranch is pleased to support,” Mr Langham said. “Cairns community services like Meals on Wheels Cairns and the Cairns RSL Sub Branch provide vital caring volunteer services within the local community.” Business Manager at Cairns Meals on Wheels Michael Musumeci said the ANZAC biccy drive allows the elderly to feel close to the ANZAC spirit. “During the pandemic, many of our clients were isolated in their homes, and this is a prime opportunity where we can utilise the ANZAC tradition of sharing the biscuits to our clients but also working closely with RSL where ANZAC Day services are back up and running, and these are people who really want to pay their respects,” Mr Musumeci said. “So it was a great opportunity to allow the clients to have a packet of ANZAC biscuits and commemorate ANZAC Day, which is a special day for many of our clients who are veterans, family of veterans, or partners of veterans.” “We wanted to give back, and this is a new step for us in showing how we care.” Sue Slatcher is one of the many Meals on Wheels Cairns volunteers who will deliver ANZAC biscuits around the city to senior residents who eagerly wait for a meal and the company and conversa-
tion that these volunteers offer. Ms Slatcher said that details like ANZAC biscuits make all the difference for the clients. “It’s very exciting. It’s great for the clients because just having something different with their meals is very special,” she said. “We all think ANZAC Day is a very special day, but it’s even more so for older people because they have gone through a lot and we have never experienced that, but for the clients to get something on that day, it will bring back memories.” Ms Cadman praised the effort of the volunteers who keep working hard to bring some joy to senior residents who may feel lonely during special occasions like ANZAC Day. “Without our volunteers, there’d be no Meals on Wheels,” she said. “They talk to the clients, so they understand better what the clients are feeling, and it’s such an important work to do. We’re really grateful.”
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IN September 2021, Eloise Spear’s grandma noticed a small lump on the side of her two-year-old granddaughter’s head, which steadily grew as they monitored it over the next two weeks. After a trip to the GP and her local emergency room, her family, who lived in Cairns, were advised that she needed to see specialists at Queensland Children’s Hospital in Brisbane. The family hopped on a flight the following day, and they haven’t been home since. Three weeks later, Eloise was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma – a very rare type of cancer that forms in soft tissue. By the time of diagnosis, her tumour had tripled in size, so chemotherapy and treatment started straight away. This treatment has seen her undergo an eight-hour surgery involving three teams of surgeons from plastic surgery, ENT and neurology, to remove as much of the tumour as possible. Eloise is now three years old. The family remains in Brisbane, undergoing radiation and
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chemotherapy treatment for Eloise’s cancer – a journey that her mum, Jessica Spear, said has been difficult on Eloise. “Eloise has struggled with new treatments and procedures that she requires, but her resilience and bright spirit have blown us away,” Ms Spear said. “She adapted to treatment so quickly and is so proud of herself when she finishes a central line dressing change, which is quite traumatic for her… she throws her arm up for the blood pressure cuff without skipping a beat now! “When you hear the words ‘it is cancerous’ come out of a clinician’s mouth when they
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talk about your child, it feels like the world stands still. “It felt like all the dreams we had for Eloise were shattered.” With the family not returning to Cairns until the end of the year, Children’s Hospital Foundation has supported the family while they’re so far from home. “I am so thankful for the Foundation for giving back some of those carefree and joyous childhood memories to the girls – I truly believe they
Cairns-based family, the Spears, are receiving support from the Children’s Hospital Foundation while they get treatment for Eloise in Brisbane
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are the heart and soul of the hospital,” Ms Spear said. “Every staff member at the hospital makes us feel valued and cared for, but their primary job is to make Eloise better, whereas the Foundation supports them by allowing the kids to feel like kids again throughout the whole process.” Eloise and her family want to encourage locals to donate to support the Children’s Hospital Foundation. In the past year, more than 462 admissions to the Queensland Children’s Hospital were children from the Cairns region. Children’s Hospital Foundation Acting Chief Executive Officer, Olivia Jary, said money raised through the Nine Telethon would
fund vital medical research, life-saving medical equipment, and patient and family support services for sick kids and their families across Queensland. “Every donation, no matter the size, helps us work wonders for sick kids just like Eloise,” Ms Jary said. “It’s never easy having a seriously ill or injured child, which can sometimes be made harder for those living in regional areas, who have to travel long distances for treatment and medical appointments.” “The Telethon allows us to help families get back on their feet by funding ground-breaking research, state-of-the-art equipment, and patient and family support at Queensland Children’s Hospital.” To donate to the Nine Telethon, visit 9telethon.com.au or call 1800 909 900. The Telethon will be broadcast live at 7pm on Saturday, April 23, from the Queensland Children’s Hospital.
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MORRISON GOVERNMENT INVESTS $107.5 MILLION INTO THE CAIRNS WATER SECURITY PROJECT By Isabella Guzman Gonzalez A re-elected Morrison Government will provide $107.5 million to secure the future of Cairns’ water supply into the next decade and avoid a potential drinking water shortfall by 2026. On April 14, Federal Leichhardt MP Warren Entsch and Special Envoy for Northern Australia Senator Susan McDonald, accompanied by acting Mayor Terry James visited the Cairns Regional Council water treatment facility to make the announcement. The Coalition’s funding would cover 50% of the total cost of the Cairns Water Security Project Stage 1, which would source additional water from the Mulgrave River and improve the water treatment processes for the existing Behana Creek water supply. It would also ensure the water from the Tinaroo Falls Dam would continue only to be sourced for agricultural purposes. According to Cairns Regional Council, by 2026, Cairns will run out of water, resulting in an increase of $226 extra per year for each water user over 30 years. Federal Leichhardt MP Warren Entsch said he had been advocating for this project and was proud to be able to deliver it to the community. “The Cairns Water Security Project – Stage 1 is the city’s number one infrastructure project,” Mr Entsch said. “It has been a battle, and a lot of politics have played into this, making it more difficult. “The reality is, urban water is the responsibility of State Governments and Local Governments. It would have been easier if the State Government had stepped up initially and said we want to be part of the solution. “But despite that, we were successful in getting it. “We need State Government to step up as they have in other areas, and it’s not a matter of if but when so the planning can start. “We’re looking at this being completed by around 2026, but
(L-R) Acting Mayor Terry James, Cairns Chamber of Commerce President Enver Selita, Advance Cairns CEO Paul Sparshott, MP Warren Entsch, Cairns Chamber of Commerce CEO Patricia O’Neill and Senator Susan McDonald, at Cairns Regional Council Water Treatment Plant
the work needs to start now,” he said. Although Mr Entsch highlighted the importance of the funding announcement, he criticised Cairns Regional Council for their lack of a prompt response to the water issues, which they have been aware of for many years. “I understand that this issue has been on the Council books for about 10 to 14 years,” Mr Entsch said. “I was briefed on it in the latter part of last year. “This is where I’ve been cranky with the way Council have dealt with this. “We had an election two years ago in the State Government; why wasn’t water security front and centre of that election. “Suddenly, five minutes before a Federal election, it becomes a great issue.” Acting Mayor Terry James said that Council had no regrets about how they have handled the water security issue. “Warren is probably referring to this specific project, but we’ve always had a water security problem, and the urgency kept getting tighter and tighter,” he said. “I was elected to Council back in 1994, 28 years ago; that’s when we first started looking at another water supply. “We’ve gone up many dry alleys mainly directed by State Government, what we can and cannot do, so we got to the point now where we were stuck, and we had to ask for that commitment. “So we make no apologies for what we’ve been doing. We’ve been reinforcing the need to do something now so that we don’t have to charge our ratepayers.” Senator McDonald said that ensuring the Cairns water security project was critical in preventing the water shortfall. “Because it’s important that people in Cairns should be able to have the same water security that
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other people in the state have,” she said. “It’s important that they’re able to wash their cars, water their lawns and have a shower. “So I’m delighted that this will not only secure Cairns’ water supply, but it also ensures that agricultural water from the Tinaroo Dam in the Tablelands will not be touched. “This is incredibly important, and farmers in the Tablelands want to know that their water security is also ensured, and this will do it.” Acting Mayor Terry James said that although this funding was a huge step, there were still many to come. “It’s a great day for Cairns Regional Council and particularly our community,” Cr James said. “But we can’t rest on our laurels yet; we’ve got a couple more boxes to tick. So we’re now relying on the Labor Party to do their thing, and then we can build another structure for our Water Security Project Stage 1.” According to Acting Mayor Terry James, Council has already begun the planning stage of the water security project to ensure its completion by 2026. He said the work would be nonstop independently of reaching the funding goals; however, if not achieved, this project would be paid out of the residents’ pockets. Cairns Water Security Project – Stage 1 would only ensure water security for 15 years; once Stage 1 is completed Council needs to plan for the next stage of the project. Two days after the Coalition’s announcement, the Labor Party announced their funding of $107.5 million for the Cairns water security project and the establishment of a National Water Commission to push for ongoing water reforms and protect Australia’s water resources for the future.
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AN Albanese Labor Government will provide $107.5 million for the Cairns Water Security project to secure water for Cairns into the future. The announcement happened on Saturday, April 16, after the Coalition announced their commitment to the water security project for $107.5 million which would cover half of the total cost. Labor’s decision came after Federal Labor committed to expanding the remit of the National Water Grid Fund to clear the way for this project and others like it to be funded. This important project will give Cairns residents peace of mind about their water security now and into the future. According to Cairns Regional Council, without this project, drinking water is set to run out in 2026. Federal Labor looks forward to funding the project after going through the appropriate processes. More than a week ago, Labor committed to expanding the remit of the National Water Grid Fund with the Cairns Wa-
ter Security project in mind. “Labor specifically named the Cairns Water Security Project as one that would benefit from that announcement,” said Senator Nita Green. “So Labor’s support for this important project will come as no surprise. “The difference between Labor and the LNP is that Labor delivers on its promises. “Cairns needs water security, and an Albanese Labor Government will deliver.” Labor candidate for Leichhardt, Elida Faith, said it was essential to deliver on the water security project for the well-being of Cairns residents. “This project is crucial for Cairns’ future water security, and I have been working hard to secure this commitment for our community,” Ms Faith said. “That is why I am so pleased to have the Leader of the Australian Labor Party, Anthony Albanese, in town to announce that a Labor Government will deliver water security for Cairns.” Labor candidate for Ken-
nedy, Jason Brandon, said this was an important project for the Kennedy division. “Part of the Kennedy electorate includes the Cairns Southern approaches, and many of the residents and farmers are supportive of it,” Mr Brandon said. According to the Labor Party, the Liberal Government abolished the National Water Commission which left a policy vacuum for Australia’s water security. They said the Morrison Government did not deliver a statutory National Water Grid Authority, did not renew the National Water Initiative and disbanded the National Water Grid Advisory Board. The Labor Party claims that in addition to broadening the investment framework for the National Water Grid Fund to include regional and rural town water, an Albanese Labor Government will establish a National Water Commission to drive ongoing water reform and future proof Australia’s water resources.
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COUNCIL WELCOMES Warren Entsch’s commitment to water security
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AIRNS Regional Council has warmly welcomed the Federal Liberal National Party Government’s commitment of $107.5 million towards the Cairns Water Security – Stage 1 Project. It particularly acknowledges the support and advocacy of Member for Leichhardt Warren Entsch in securing that commitment. “Council recognises that Warren has been a long-term advocate on the water security issue for Cairns and Far North Queensland,” Acting Mayor Cr Terry James said. “Warren has always said he wasn’t going to stand idly by and watch our city run out of water, and we know how hard he has been working to secure this commitment for our community. “To his credit, he said he would deliver, now he has, and we
are grateful for his effort and the outcome.” Cr James also acknowledged the work of Senator Susan McDonald, Special Envoy for Northern Australia, who has been a strong advocate for the Cairns Water Security – Stage 1 project and the region and has also supported the funding request at the federal level. “Commitments like this, which support critical infrastructure for drinking water, are exactly the type of investment needed to grow and prosper our region and are a clear example of how the Northern Australia Policy can deliver positive outcomes for our community,” Cr James said. “With Warren and the KAP’s support, both sitting MPs affected by the project are fully committed. But we need the other federal candidates and parties to commit
quickly and unequivocally with guaranteed dollars. “Council won’t rest until certainty is secured across the board so that residents get their fair share in water funding from all candidates and parties and a matching commitment from the Queensland Government, noting the considerable funds the State Government has committed elsewhere in the Queensland. “So, the fight goes on. “There are now 37 days to the Federal election and a bit over two months until the State budget for the respective other parties and the State to finally commit and help turn the tap on for Cairns so Australia’s and Queensland’s largest wet tropics city doesn’t risk running out of drinking water. “There can be no small targets when it comes to securing drinking water for our region.”
FEDERAL LABOR’S SUPPORT
FOR WATER SECURITY – STATE MONEY NOW THE ONLY THING MISSING CAIRNS Regional Council has warmly acknowledged Federal Labor’s pledge to match the recent commitment of $107.5 million made by the Liberal National Party towards the Cairns Water Security – Stage 1 Project. “We’ve always said that when it comes to something as critical as our water security, it must be above politics,” Acting Mayor Cr Terry James said. “To their credit, Federal Labor and local candidate Elida Faith have now matched the LNP commitment of $107.5 million towards the Cairns Water Security – Stage1 project. “The fact that Labor Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese and Shadow Treasurer Jim Chalmers were both in town this week and made the commitment shows Federal Labor has taken our briefings and advocacy seriously and supports the needs of our community. “Getting bipartisan commitment federally now means that regardless of the outcome of the federal election, the federal funding commitment is in place, and, of course, we’ll be holding whoever wins office to account to make sure those promises are delivered promptly.” While Cr James welcomed the bipartisan support, he expressed disappointment that the $107.5 million commitment
required from the State was still outstanding. “Good progress has been made, but the job’s not done yet,” Cr James said. “The Queensland Government commitment of $107.5 million is now necessary to ensure ratepayers don’t carry the cost of State underinvestment in regional water capacity. “The State Government now needs to stop procrastinating and follow the lead of their federal colleagues and make the required financial commitment as a matter of urgency because
time is running out, and we can’t afford to be playing games when it comes to water security. “While the Queensland Government has committed significant water funding to Townsville, Central Queensland and Wide Bay, we haven’t seen our fair share of State funding for water security in Cairns. “With Federal funding secured and our three local Labor State MPs indicating their support for the project, it is now time for them to secure the commitment in hard dollars from the State.”
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COVID-19 vaccination ELECTRIC BUSES clinics winding down BOUND FOR CAIRNS FAR North Queenslanders have done an exceptional job in getting vaccinated to keep themselves and their community safe against the impacts of COVID-19. In just over 12 months, more than 95% of Cairns and Hinterland residents have received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, and nearly 94% their second dose (aged 16+). With most of the regional population vaccinated, the Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service (CHHHS) will progressively wind down its vaccination centres over the coming months. CHHHS Executive Director COVID-19 vaccine program, Dr Don Mackie, said the high vaccination rates and decrease in demand meant it was time to transition to a new ‘business as usual’, which would enable the Health Service to direct resources to where they are needed most. “The community will soon start to see our COVID-19 vaccine clinics at our rural hospitals in Mossman, Atherton, Mareeba, and Innisfail fold back into our health service, starting after Easter,” he said. “Our main COVID-19 vaccination hub at The Pier shopping centre will temporarily close on Good Friday, Easter Monday and Tuesday, April 19, to give our hardworking staff a muchdeserved break.
“We will then start reducing hours at The Pier to five days a week, commencing Wednesday, April 20, from Wednesdays to Sundays. “The Pier COVID-19 vaccine clinic will remain in place until it is no longer needed. “Free COVID-19 vaccines and boosters will still be available at these locations and remain available through participating GPs and pharmacies.” Dr Mackie said the mobile COVID-19 vaccine service, aka COVan, would eventually wound up. “Our COVan, the first of its kind in Queensland to provide mobile COVID-19 vaccines, has been on the road for nearly 12 months,” he said. “In that time, it has delivered approximately 7,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to residents in rural and remote areas. “We expect the COVan to no longer be required by the JuneJuly school holidays, with future outreach clinics being held, as needed.” CHHHS COVID-19 vaccine program director Kelly Pollock said if people needed first, second or booster doses, they should come forward now to receive their jab before services were wound down. “We will also communicate any COVID-19 vaccine pop-up and outreach opportunities across
the region on our website and social media channels in the coming weeks,” she said. “From April 1, high-risk people can also have a second COVID-19 vaccine booster dose, also known as their ‘winter dose’ if it has been more than four months since their first COVID-19 booster dose. “While our CHHHS clinics can provide this second COVID-19 booster to eligible people, you also have the option of having your COVID-19 vaccine co-administered (that is, given on the same day) with an influenza vaccine by visiting a participating GP or pharmacy. “Vaccination continues to be the best protection against becoming seriously ill with COVID-19, and we all must remain ‘up to date’ with COVID-19 vaccinations, including boosters.” CHHHS remains ready to scale up community vaccination services if required, and the First Nations team will continue to provide community outreach as needed. You can find your nearest GP or pharmacy by going to www. qld.gov.au/health/covid19/testing. You can also continue to call 134 COVID to help you find your nearest primary care provider. All four COVID-19 vaccines are available via GPs and pharmacies – Pfizer, Moderna, Astra Zeneca and Novavax.
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THE Palaszczuk Government is driving Queensland’s low-emissions transport future with five electric buses hitting the streets of Cairns next month. Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said it builds on the Palaszczuk Government’s recently released Zero Emissions Vehicle strategy. “We’ve made a commitment that every new bus in South East Queensland would be zeroemission from 2025, so to see it happening now is a fantastic achievement,” Mr Bailey said. “That commitment expands to our regions between 2025 and 2030.” Member for Cairns Michael Healy MP said the arrival of the buses was part of the Palaszczuk Government’s commitment to reach net-zero by 2050. “Having emissions-free buses here in Cairns is fantastic for our local environment and all of Queensland,” Mr Healy said. “Transport is the second biggest emitter in Queensland but is rapidly evolving to embrace zero-emissions technology. “Our research shows each electric bus could save as much as 1,000 tonnes of greenhouse gases over its lifespan and deliver many community benefits
with less noise and harmful air pollution.” Member for Barron River Craig Crawford said the electric buses would be a welcome addition to the Cairns public transport network. “Electric buses are better for the environment and mean people will be breathing in fresher, cleaner air when they are walking around,” Mr Crawford said. “We had had some electric buses in South East Queensland since April last year, so to now see them arriving in Cairns is fantastic news. “Queensland is seizing the opportunities to act on climate change, create jobs and set Queensland in a nation-leading position for the future.” Speaker of the Queensland Parliament and Member for Mulgrave Curtis Pitt said protecting the environment was especially important in Far North Queensland, home to the Great Barrier Reef. “We know climate change is impacting the reef, so taking direct action on climate change with zero emissions buses is an important step forward for Far North Queensland,” Mr Pitt said. “I’m sure customers across the Far North will enjoy riding on the new buses knowing that the project is playing an impor-
tant role in the future of public transport in this state.” Kinetic Co-CEO Adam Begg said Kinetic was excited to partner with TransLink to enhance the public transport experience and make bus travel greener and cleaner. “This year alone, we’ll be introducing 20 zero-emission buses to Queensland roads across Cairns, the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast,” Mr Begg said. “We congratulate the Queensland Government on its leadership in transitioning bus networks to greener, cleaner technologies. “We’re proud to bring to the table our experience operating zero-emission buses in other major cities, including in Auckland, Christchurch and soon in Melbourne.”
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AR North Queensland’s most experienced correctional officers and service dogs have been honoured at a medal presentation ceremony in Mareeba. Minister for Corrective Services Mark Ryan and Queensland Corrective Services Acting Commissioner Gary McCahon presented Long Service and Good Conduct Medals and Canine Service Medals during a visit to Lotus Glen Correctional Centre. “It is wonderful to be here to acknowledge, recognise and thank our
correctional officers and their canine companions for their significant contribution and service,” Minister Ryan said. “The presentation of medals celebrates some 570 years of combined service by 26 Queensland Corrective Services officers and 15 years of service by three of their four-legged colleagues. “This is an extraordinary achievement and an outstanding record of working to keep the community of Far North Queensland safe. “Correctional officers make public safety the priority every day, ensuring pris-
oners and offenders are less likely to return to crime, and every interaction they have is an opportunity to address offending behaviour.” Three general-purpose dogs qualified for the Canine Service Award, which is issued by the Australian Defence Force Trackers and War Dogs Association. “Cato, Red and Vice completed more than five years of continuous service in an operational role to qualify for the award,” Acting Commissioner McCahon said. “Canines are an integral
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part of corrective services, and our general duties dogs help ensure the safety of our officers inside prisons, being deployed when incidents occur to manage risks and contain situations.” Minister Ryan and Acting Commissioner McCahon also toured the secure site, industrial facility, and accommodation area during the Lotus Glen Correctional Centre visit. To find out more about career options within Queensland Corrective Services, visit corrections. qld.gov.au/careers
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Want to be heard? Send a text to the Editor 0438 195 408 I wonder just how long Ricky Stewart will remain as Canberra coach, he has not done very well so far. He must have a great contract. Unless it is for crying. Paddy, Mt Sheridan. On the election. If anyone in their right mind can vote Albanese just remember that this man didn’t even know the current cash rate or for that matter the unemployment. Could you imagine him jabbering on the world stage? Steve, Westcourt. It appears obvious that Anthony Albanese has been pre-occupied with his new personal relationship since 2019 without preparing for this upcoming election. He wasted time denigrating his opposite members of parliament rather than checking his own homework. Mr. Albanese has had three years to prepare for his attempt at becoming Prime Minister. He showed during this first week of campaigning that he lacks knowledge of the most important matters that every politician should know. Australia’s security is at a most crucial period at present. We need a strong leader who has the country’s interests first and foremost. Australia cannot afford to have a weak, insecure person leading the country. If Mr. Albanese cannot manage a personal life together
with his taxpayer funded day job, he should be given more time to sort himself out before Australia trusts him to lead this country. Bev, Atherton Easter weekend reflection – Bob Katter Dear Editor, In country music writer, Stan Coster’s song, ‘God Will Prevail’ he wrote, “They say we have nothing from Jesus to fear, No one has seen Him for two thousand years, And according to science ‘tis a nice fairy tale. But on the great day of judgement, God will prevail. When life’s running smooth God is far from our minds, We say we’ve been lucky or smart, but I find, When the sad things and bad things should darken our day, Then we ask him to help us, in a most selfish way.” Coster is right. Surely, we should see the richness of living that Christianity brings, and not just turn to God in the bad times. I believe that the Medici’s may be the most important family in human history. To quote the BBC, the Medici’s were the Renaissance. They had a thirst for science, the creation of beauty, a whole new world and way of thinking. The Medici’s were also the Popes of Rome throughout most of the 1500’s.
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The wonderful stories of Martin Luther King, William Wilberforce & Gorbachev. Like the Medici’s these people gave us inspiration in their fight to create a better world. Written beneath the flag at Eureka Stockade - ‘Every man dies, but not every man lives.’ Christianity is about the passion of Jesus and arguably the cruellest death humans could ever conceive. The irony was that the Romans could conquer others, but they could never conquer their own personal demons and live a much richer life. “I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 Regards, Bob Katter MP. So Clive Palmer’s going to save our homes with a 3 percent fixed rate for 5 years. Umm sounds good but there’s a bit more detail needed Clive. The voting public would be aware that this rate or lower is available now at some banks and is Clive talking about the comparison rate I wonder who knows? Will he legislate to fix the rate with all banks? Where’s the detail Clive? The banks would just love that in a rising interest rate environment, can you see Mr Palmer telling the banks how to run their business!! And of course with little representation in the new parliament he’ll have a snowball’s chance in hell of achieving anything at all. Looks like it will go down with the Titanic build. Matt, Innisfail
N.A.T.O. What a joke - the cost of keeping that organisation is a joke. Should change their name to Not our problem, N.O.P at least some other countries are not bluffed by Putin. Anon, Cairns It’s the banality of the casual lie which destroys voters’ trust in politicians. MP Warren Entsch started his campaign by claiming that Labor Candidate Elida Faith spent a fair whack of time on the first day after the election was called sitting outside his office during a union demo. She was not there at all and there are plenty of photographs and witnesses (I am one) to prove the truth. Politicians who lie need to be called out and given one chance to explain. Sean, Clifton Beach Kerb-side bin audit reveals increase in ‘wish-cycling’ The annual audit of yellowlid recycling bins has shown an increase in contamination with well-meaning residents mistakenly placing items they believe to be recyclable out for kerbside collection in the hope they will be reused. Known as ‘wish-cycling’, the practice has contributed to a 3% increase in metal, 1.8% increase in plastics, and 0.25% increase in ‘other’ contaminants, with fabrics the highest contributor to the category. Add in recyclables incorrectly disposed of in plastic bags, the total 2021 contaminant rate is a 3.7% increase over the previous year. Acting Mayor Terry James said while the numbers may appear minor, when applied across the 65,000 kerbside bins in the city, ‘wish-cycling’ totalled 1,389 tonne of material ending up in landfill. “While on the one hand I want to congratulate residents for wanting to do the right thing, we need to address the ‘wish-cycling’ rate to keep items out of landfill,” Cr James said. “Most ‘wish-cycling’ items can indeed be recycled with a little effort. For instance,
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clothes and linen can be donated to local op shops, soft plastics can be placed in collection bins at most supermarkets, and pots, pans and appliances can be dropped off at Council transfer stations for free.” Council has conducted the audit of 309 kerbside bins across nine suburbs each November for a decade. A full list of recyclables and corresponding disposal options can be found on Council’s website. Funding sought to address youth antisocial behaviour Council is seeking $250,000 to fund two new Youth Connectors to work with at-risk young people in the Cairns CBD. The Youth Connectors will carry out street-based engagement between 10pm and 3am Friday to Sunday to connect 10 to 17-year-olds with specialist services. Working in collaboration with Queensland Police and youthservices organisation, YETI, the 12-month pilot aims to: • Fill a critical gap in engagement and positive ‘circuit breaker’ interventions, during difficult to service times, using approaches tailored to this hardto-reach group. • Increase efficiencies and capacity of existing services in the Cairns CBD by value-adding real-time intelligence on target locations and levels of risk. • Profile youths who are selfpresenting in the Cairns CBD, including patterns of movement, and service capacity to inform future products and services. • Provide an informal presence to positively redirect and/or deter levels of youth offending to secure improved outcomes for young people and reduce levels of engagement with the child safety and justice systems. • Reduce levels of community fatigue and tensions in public spaces; increase confidence in community safety responses (including perceptions of Cairns as a tourism destination); and improve levels of community cohesion. • Pilot a proactive community safety approach as part of Council’s emerging acceptable behaviour in public open
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spaces plan. If the application to the Department of Children, Youth Justice and Multicultural Affairs Community Partnership Innovation Grant is successful, the pilot will start in October. $6 million investment completes final phase of wastewater treatment upgrade Council will spend $6,297,963 to replace specialist filtration membranes in the northern and southern wastewater treatment plants by the end of the 2022/23 financial year. The membrane replacement is the final stages of a six-phase project to upgrade the treatment plants. Council has systematically replaced the SMF membranes over the past three years to maximise the lifespan of the filters, reduce the risk of equipment failure and subsequent environmental impacts, and minimise the cost to ratepayers. The specialist filters, recommended by the Cleaner Seas Alliance, provide a high level of effluent polishing including removal of nitrogen, phosphorus and potentially harmful bacteria all without the need for unsafe chemicals. $3.1 million boost to regional sport The best young cricketers from outside Brisbane will converge on Cairns this year, following a $25,000 grant provided by Council to the Cairns Cricket Association. The funding will allow Cairns Cricket, in partnership with the Bulls Masters, to deliver the Country Challenge (October 29- November 3) and the Youth Cup (December 12-16). The two events are expected to bring 4,900 people to the region, generating $1.7 million in direct and indirect spending. In separate funding, Council will provide $18,000 to see a return of the Great Barrier Reef Ocean Swim Series. First held in 2021, the ocean swim series (September 2 and 4 and October 22), is expected to attract 1,675 visitors to the region for an economic boost of $1.4 million.
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Community groups and organisations needing help with writing funding applications are invited to register for a series of free Community Partnerships Grant program info sessions. The one-hour individual sessions are being held from 9 to 17 May. Registrations close Thursday 28 April. With heavy rain forecast throughout the rest of the week and weekend, it’s important to keep up to date on potential flooding. The Cairns Disaster Dashboard brings information from Council, the Weather Bureau, SES, Ergon, Telstra and other emergency services together in one place: visit disaster.cairns.qld.gov.au You can also keep up to date on the Cairns Disaster Centre Facebook page: @CairnsDisasterCentre and Council’s website: cairns.qld.gov.au.
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Helping clubs be more inclusive A series of workshops to help sporting organisations become more inclusive are being held at Barlow Park. Go Sport for Everyone is a new program designed to increase sport and recreation opportunities in Cairns
for people with disability. Workshops for coaches and adminstrators, hosted by Get Skilled Access, are on 26-28 April. Bookings are essential. Contact Council on 1300 692 247 for more details.
Spaces are limited and bookings are essential: call 1300 69 22 47 or email communitygrants@cairns.qld.gov.au.
Improvement works
Holloways Beach, Cassia St, Coconut St & Tamarind St: survey and geotechnical investigations Cairns North, McLeod St / Charles St: culvert replacements & pavement rehabilitation. Temporary lane closures. For a full list of works see our website.
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Douglas Netball Association President Sharon Beechey With The Juniors On Tuesday’s First Night Of Training
REGULAR readers of ‘The Goss’ will be well aware just how much sport thrives in the Douglas Shire. It’s a great way to build community, whist potentially nurturing sports stars of the future. You may or may not be surprised to learn that one of largest and most played sports in Australia is Netball and the Douglas Netball Association is making great efforts to ensure it is well supported in the area. Netball is an extremely skillful and enjoyable sport and for those that may still have a lingering New Year’s Resolution, it’s a great way to get fit. The Douglas Netball Association is in-
viting juniors to ‘Come and Try’ the game. New and existing players can get involved every Tuesday with a 10 week ‘Net Set Go’ program for 8 to 11 year-olds between 4.30 and 5.30pm. This program covers basic skills but most importantly it is fun. For those a little older, the Douglas Netball Association then holds skill sessions followed by games for the 12 years to 15 years from 5.30 to 6.30pm This year there are a number of pathways for Juniors to further their skill through training with high profile presenters and special programs. All players will have the opportunity to participate.
For the Seniors Division everything starts from 6.30pm. If you are simply looking for a team to join, the Association recommended that you just come along and they’ll find you the ideal group to play with. If you are keen, there has never been a better time to start, as the season has just begun and will culminate with the Finals in August. Sounds good??.... well, it actually gets better, as there is also a canteen running to help with everyone’s busy lifestyle and to keep you well nourished. For those wanting to take it a step further, Douglas Netball is looking for volunteers and
are happy to teach you new skills. They offer coaching and umpiring programs with training available for support staff within the sport. Coaches and umpires are most valued and payment is available for qualified officials. For more information pop along to the Port Douglas Sporting Complex on Tuesdays from 4.30pm or visit Douglas Netball Association on Facebook. I’m off to practice my Double Dodge, so for now it’s Gazza signing out. Send your stories to gazza@cairnslocalnews.com.au
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THE JUNCTION CLUBHOUSE LAUNCHES A PROGRAM ON LIVED EXPERIENCE OF MENTAL ILLNESS
Attendees at the launch of the LEMI program
(L-R) Members and student placements at the Junction Clubhouse Cairns Kimmy Samillano and Enara Larcombe
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N April 12, registered NDIS provider The Junction Clubhouse released a report on the Phase 1 of their Lived Experience of Mental Illness peer support program (LEMI). The program aims to facilitate and create opportunities in employment, education and more for people living with chronic and persistent mental illness. LEMI began in June of 2020 to support and guide people with chronic mental illnesses into education and employment and to overcome learning barriers through skill development, application of new coping strategies and finding passions and areas of interest. Participants of the LEMI program receive coaching and mentoring to help them go into further education if they so desire. These mentors also negotiate with the training providers if the members need time out. Coordinator of the LEMI program Jo Abbatangelo said the report showed that people with chronic mental conditions can still reach their full potential. “The report demonstrates that people can reach their milestones through the right type of flexible support,” Ms Abbatangelo said. “So if people become unwell during that period of study or employment, they can step back, look after their mental and physical health and come back into the fold when they’re ready.
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“Flexibility around employment is very important to make sure that people feel included and valued.” The LEMI report states that due to the cyclical nature of chronic and persistent mental illnesses, people find themselves stuck in countless setbacks; offering flexibility and unconditional support, individuals can move on from the challenges and focus on the recovery phase. Ms Abbatangelo said that the program has a very positive impact on people’s lives, helping them navigate these complications. “What’s important here is that they are not defined by their mental illness, every individual has the capacity to reach beyond their self-made limitations driven by stigma and diagnosis.” “I’ve seen people flourish here, I’ve seen people come in quite broken, and I have see them embrace new and challenging experiences.” The LEMI program focuses on mental health peer support where there is a mutual exchange of lived experiences. Peer workers within the LEMI program are encouraged to deliver a group program based on an area of interest to promote dialogue while they also learn group facilitation skills. Participants of the LEMI program have opportunities to run groups such as relaxation, art therapy, women’s group, Voices R Us, and Surviving Moods. People interested in get-
ting involved with the LEMI program can do so through the Junction Clubhouse. “People who have chronic and persistent mental illness are sometimes referred to the Junction Clubhouse through the Mental Health Unit. Those people then engage with the clubhouse and become familiar with our program, more specifically,” Ms Abbatangelo said. “We try not to rush people into the program; it has to be their choice.” The LEMI program drifts away from the medical model, allowing people to go into opportunities like volunteering, exploring areas of interest, acquiring skills and even preparing to become peer workers within the program, which will lead them to share their experience further with other people. Ms Abbatangelo aims to grow the LEMI program to include more people and help them reach their goals. “The idea is to go beyond your limitations. The system (mental health system) is very geared towards a medical model, and we forget that there is a human being with potential beyond the medication,” she said. “I hope that LEMI becomes a pilot project that will get picked up by other services and replicated in a very similar way.” To learn more about the Junction Clubhouse and LEMI, visit the Junction Clubhouse Cairns’ website at: https://bit.ly/3rJI7ZZ
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One Coast - Cassowary Coast
APR 22 2022
COMMUNITY CONNECT
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PRIL 25 is a day of national remembrance, marking the anniversary of the first major military battle fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during World War I (WWI). Anzac Day goes beyond the anniversary of the landing on Gallipoli in 1915. It is the day we remember all Australians who served and particularly those who have died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations. We admire the valour and we mourn the loss of those who fought at Gallipoli and throughout WWI, those who, several decades later, battled to fight back invading armies to save French and Belgian villages or to stave off threats in the Pacific or, later again, in jungles in Vietnam, and since in deserts, and wherever and whenever they have been called to fight or to keep peace.
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We particularly commemorate those who answered the call to arms in service of their country and paid the ultimate sacrifice in defence of the freedoms we enjoy. In pausing to commemorate those who have served and sacrificed, our thoughts also go out to those who are still serving on the frontlines. To our army, air force and navy personnel presently on active service overseas, those supporting them and the families who are waiting for their loved ones to return. A number of commemorations will be held across the Cassowary Coast in 2022 to honour and remember those who have served and are still severing.
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SERVICES WILL BE HELD ON MONDAY APRIL 2022 AT THESE LOCATIONS BELOW.
Innisfail RSL Dawn Service - 4:00am Cenotaph, Jack Fossey Park El Arish RSL Dawn Service - 4.28am El Arish Cenotaph Tully RSL Dawn Service - 5:30am Tully Leagues Club Kurrimine Dawn Service - 6:00am Kurrimine Beach Cardwell RSL Dawn Service - 4:45am Cardwell Cenotaph
For more information contact the Cassowary Coast Regional Council on 1300 763 903 or via email enquiries@ccrc.qld.gov.au.
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One Coast, Cassowary Coast
Cassowary Coast, are you ready to go cashless? From 1 July 2022, Cassowary Coast Regional Council will go cashless. This means that Council will no longer accept payments by cash or cheque at Customer Service Centres and other Council run facilities including libraries and events. Payments will still be accepted using EFTPOS, MasterCard
and Visa. Payments for Rates can still be made at Australia Post. Waste transfer stations will continue to receive cash payments. Moving towards cashless provides safer ways for residents to conduct business with Council. Benefits include improved hygiene, reducing cash handling and improved security. Council has experienced very few people still paying with cash or cheques, and cash received over the counter has dropped significantly in recent
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years with less than 10% of rates payments made over the counter in cash. All four Council library locations offer free Wi-Fi and access to public computers if residents would like to make online payments using these services. For more information, please visit www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/go-cashless or speak to one of our friendly Customer Experience Officers who will be happy to discuss alternative payment methods.
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LET’S CLEAR THE AIR Heading to the beach this weekend? Don’t be tempted to have a bonfire on the beach. Not only are they illegal, they can also cause serious injuries if not extinguished correctly. Smoke may also disturb neighbours, interfere with daily activities and seriously affect people’s health. Any fire on CCRC roads, reserves, foreshores and esplanades are prohibited and on the spot fines of $689.00 apply.
AVOID WASTE Before you buy it. Think about it.
Leave #NothingToWaste in our beautiful backyard by avoiding waste to begin with. Avoiding waste starts with a pause before you buy to have a think and ask yourself…
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• Can I reuse this? • Can I upcycle it? • Can I recycle it? • Can I compost it? To find out more about recycling in the Cassowary Coast click here:
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Local businesses to embrace plastic free future
Businesses in Cassowary Coast Region, can take up the challenge to ditch singleuse plastic with the help of the Plastic Free Places online consultation program. Cassowary Coast Regional Council is thrilled to sponsor ten online consult sessions, giving 10 local businesses the opportunity to get free tailored advice, ensuring they can both meet and beat the Queensland single-use plastics ban. Single-use plastic straws, stirrers, cutlery, plates, bowls and expanded polystyrene (foam) containers & cups were banned in September last year, with additional bans on the near horizon. “I’m sure that there are many business owners who want to start making changes, but simply don’t have the time to do all their own research.
That’s why we’re thrilled to be supporting this program” said Councillor Teresa Millwood, Waste Management and Innovation portfolio holder. Plastic Free Places is a nation-wide program run by the Boomerang Alliance, Australia’s peak not-for-profit waste organisation. Already they’ve assisted over 750 businesses to eliminate 10 million pieces of single-use plastic since launching the program in 2017. This year they’ve extended the program by launching an online-consult version of the program, assisting businesses in even more communities. “Here in Queensland we currently run successful onground programs in Cairns, Port Douglas, Townsville, Rockhampton & Livingstone and previously in Noosa, so we’re thrilled our online con-
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sults can extend that opportunity to more communities like the Cassowary Coast Regional Council region,” said Kellie Lindsay, Plastic Free Places Program Manager. “Our program is designed to make it easy for local food retailers to switch away from using single-use plastic,” said Ms Lindsay. “We work directly with businesses, look at what they’re using and show them what alternatives are available to them, and give them tips to reduce ongoing packaging costs.” Businesses that are interested in participating in a oneoff free 45 minute online consult are encouraged to register at http://www.plasticfreeplaces. org/consult using Council’s Code CASSCOAST22.
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April 22, 2022
COUNCIL SEEKS TO RE-ACTIVATE DUNK ISLAND SPIT Cassowary Coast Regional Council is seeking tenders for a long term lessee of the Spit area at Dunk Island with tender scheduled to be released on Friday 22 April. Dunk Island situated only 4km off the coast of Mission Beach is one of the region’s most iconic tourism attractions. Located within the Great Barrier Reef marine park community and visitors alike are drawn to the many island beaches and rainforest walking trails. As such, Council recognises the need to invest in activating the main day-visit and camping area of the Spit to meet anticipated tourist demand. Since repossession of the
Spit area last year, Council has commenced upgrades to facilities and appointed a short-term caretaker to manage the campsites and clean amenities. The appointment of a long term lessee and further activation of the Spit at Dunk Island represents a commercial opportunity for a private investor for up to 30 years. This lease opportunity aims to re-activate island visitor services at the Spit to complement the greater island experience as a valuable destination spot on the Cassowary Coast. The four hectare lease area currently comprises of nine camp sites, a camp kitchen and
amenities block. Council has proposed a maximum term of 30 years is available and will seek to review fully funded proposals to ensure the Spit is managed and developed in a sustainable manner. Interested parties wishing to apply for the tender can find more information for the Request for Tender for Dunk Island Spit on Council’s website, www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/our-council/ tenders-and-quotes or click https://bit.ly/3rC4iBg Visitors wishing to stay at Dunk Island can book a tropical island campsite online at www.dunkislandcamp.com. au or via the Mission Beach Visitor Information Centre.
Cassowary Coast Regional Council wants you to join the conversation and share feedback on what is important to residents and where council should focus its attentions. The One Coast: Cassowary Coast Community Scorecard will provide an opportunity for residents to have their say on Council services and facilities, community and customer service satisfaction, inform regional challenges, and service priorities. Community members aged 14 years and older, are invited to join the conversation by providing feedback in a safe anonymous way via the online survey or completing a physical copy mailed to households. To facilitate the scorecard, Council engaged CATALYSE an independent research company who has conducted Community Scorecards for
close to 140 councils across Australia. Councillor Trudy Tschui said the scorecard will benchmark Council’s performance across a range of measures and identify ways to improve service and delivery to residents, guide future projects, and organisational improvement. “Like every organisation trying to achieve change, we want to know how we can better serve our community, develop our region, and provide a positive experience with Council. The scorecard facilitates those conversations. “We want to see the whole community joining the conversation to ensure the data collected represents the priorities of our wider community. Each household will receive one physical copy of the scorecard and any additional scorecards required can be completed
online. “The scorecard findings will be shared with our community and we will work together to improve, create change and initiatives to ensure our region continues to be a great place to be. “I encourage residents to offer genuine feedback as this is a valuable opportunity to hear your voice and understand the needs and aspirations of local community members, to evaluate community priorities and measure Council’s performance against key indicators,” said Councillor Tschui. The One Coast: Cassowary Coast Community Scorecard will be available to complete online at www.catalyse.com. au/studies from Monday 25 April 2022.
One physical copy of the scorecard will be mailed to each household and can be returned via the prepaid-post envelope included or by dropping to a Council Customer Service Centre, find your nearest branch at www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/ our-council/contact-council. The scorecard will be open for a minimum of three weeks. Any community members who require assistance or access to a computer can drop into their local Library branch, where one of our Library team would be more happy to assist. For updates on the Community Scorecard and how you can join the conversation, please visit Council’s website via www.cassowarycoastregionalcouncil.com.au/community-scorecard
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April 28, 22, 2022 January
JUNIOR STEAMERS
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K E Y Cassowary Coast Regional Council Contact 1300 763 903 Visit our website www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au Write: Please address all correspondence to: Andrew Graffen, Chief Executive Officer PO Box 887 Innisfail, QLD 4860 Email: enquiries@cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au
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Visit Council Cassowary Coast Regional Council has three Customer Service Centres across the region. Specially trained staff can provide information and advice on topics including: ● local laws and compliance ● rates enquiries ● account payments (EFTPOS facilities available) ● animal registration.
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In Term 2 Council Libraries will be offering an exciting new program for the after-school crowd: Junior Steamers! Code, design, build and explore with Junior Steamers! A fun, guided, interactive program for kids age 8+. • Tully Library – 3:15pm Tuesdays • Mission Beach Library – 3:30pm Tuesdays • Innisfail Library – 3:30pm Wednesdays • Cardwell Library – 3:15pm Thursdays Bookings for this program are essential and can be made online by registering now on our Council Libraries Events page: https://cassowarycoast.spydus.com or call Council Libraries on 1300 366 616.
Customer Service Centres and Opening Hours Innisfail Shire Hall 70 Rankin St. Innisfail Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm Tully Tully Civic Centre, 38-40 Bryant St. Tully Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm Cardwell Cardwell Library, 4 Balliol St. Cardwell Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Cassowary Coast Libraries comprises of 4 branches located at Cardwell, Innisfail, Tully and Mission Beach. For locations, opening times or general enquiries, please call 1300 366 616 or visit www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/libraries Waste Transfer Stations locations and opening hours can be found by visiting: www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/transfer-stations Community Connect is a publication of the Cassowary Coast Regional Council. Supplied by Council and published within the Cairns Local News newspaper. All enquiries regarding content contained within this publication should be directed to Council.
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Mareeba Salami and Sausage Festa
Antonella Stabile is excited about the Salami and Sausage festival being held as part of the Cairns Italian Festival On August 7 in Mareeba.
HE age-old European tradition of making salami and sausage will be celebrated in a new and exciting event for Mareeba later this year. The Salami and Sausage Festa is part of the new Italian Festival to be held from July 28 to August 7 which features a host of events to be staged in Cairns and, now in Mareeba. Festival president Steve Cordenos said many families still carry on the ancient tradition of making salami and sausages during the winter months which often follow a “secret” family recipe. “There is an undeniable art to making salami and sausages,” Mr Cordenos said. “This method of curing meat is one the oldest, pre-dating ancient Rome. It’s original Latin name, Salumen, literally meant ‘combined salted meats’. “And, interestingly, it is one of the few ‘cooking’ processes that remains predominately in the domain of the male – maybe because of the very physical nature involved in some of the steps.” Historically, salami was popular throughout Southern, Eastern, and Central Europe. But today, many people associate salami with Italian cuisine, as it arrived on our shores during the post-WWII era with the new Italian immigrants. “In years gone by in Italy, one pig could feed an entire family. This could see them through the whole of winter as every part was used and nothing was thrown out,” Mr Cordenos said. “After this was all finished with, the families would get together to celebrate finishing their hard work and they would celebrate with music,
dancing, wine and of course salami and sausages.” Mr Cordenos is excited the festival could bring this special tradition back to life through the Salami and Sausage Festa which will be held at the Mareeba International Club for the very first time on August 7. The Festa will celebrate the ancient tradition but also showcase the best artisan in the region. “The event would not be complete if there isn’t a competition to decide whose salami and sausage is the best tasting,” he said. “So, for all you people who think yours is the best, now is your chance to enter this competition to prove your point!” There will be a panel of expert judges who will decide which is the best homemade salami and sausage in the show. There will be several awards with the expert judging panel rating each entry out of 20 in the areas of taste, aroma, density and colour. “I have no doubt some of Aus-
tralia’s best artisan salami and sausage makers will be contesting to take out the prestigious awards on offer,” Mr Cordenos said. “People who attend the event will also get the opportunity to meet the families who are competing, and you never know – you may even learn some of their secrets,” he said. “But there is more to this event than just the competition. It is also a celebration of family, friends, tradition and of course, food. “This festa will bring people from all different backgrounds together.” There will be a homemade Italian lunch to savour provided by the Mareeba International Club with light background Italian music as entertainment. The club will undergo a total Italian makeover to showcase the Mareeba Salami and Sausage Festa. In the coming weeks, the cost of the event and how to secure tickets will be advised.
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The TEN Tenors return to Cairns with the Highway Men Tour
Australia’s own The TEN Tenors return to Australia in June 2022 with a brand new show. The Highway Men tour will feature all the things that fans have come to love about The TEN Tenors and for the first time in their 27 year history they will be paying homage to some of country music’s greatest song writers, reimagining songs in a way that only The TEN Tenors can. Songs from the world of rock, pop, and classical have all been given The TEN Tenors unique vocal treatment. In this new show, they have taken inspiration from their recent 14,000 mile tour across America, and have returned with incredible arrangements of songs from the likes
of Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, Glen Campbell, Charlie Daniels, Australia’s own Keith Urban and some of Country’s first ladies. Pre-sale began on Tuesday, April 19 at 10am (local time) and goes until Monday, April 25 11.59pm (local time). General ticket sale will begin on Tuesday, April 26 at 10am local time The TEN tenors will visit Cairns on Saturday, April 30 and Sunday, April 31 at the Cairns Performing Arts Centre. Tickets are available at https://www.thetentenors.com/
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WITH Cairns Indigenous Art Fair’s (CIAF) highly anticipated return just three months away, the curatorial team has issued a call out for models to participate in this year’s ‘Masters of Country’ themed fashion performance to be presented on Thursday, July 8 and Friday, July 9 at Tanks Arts Centre. In 2022 CIAF’s Artistic Director Janina Harding will complete her seven-year contribution (and eighth fair) and tenure at the helm with the theme, ‘Masters of Country’: an artistic celebration of Queensland First Peoples’ knowledge and resourcefulness of Indigenous plants and trees. ‘Masters of Country’ is a culturally rich and inspired fashion presentation comprising music, dance, and language storytelling synonymous with Queensland’s First Peoples. CIAF’s fashion performance provides an artistic platform to
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Brothers in arms By Maria Larkins
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T POZIERES, France on August 8, 1916, two brothers from Aloomba suffered the horror of bloody warfare in the trenches. Charles and Walter Ernest Hollamby were both in the 15th Battalion which was part of the Somme offensive led by the British. The older brother, Charles, was 23 years of age when he enlisted on January 21, 1915. Walter joined up 10 months later at the tender age of 18. Charles had already seen plenty of action by the time Walter had enlisted. He had been wounded while fighting with the 15th Battalion “Delta” on August 7, 1915, at Gallipoli. His regiment was stationed at Suvla Bay on the south-western crest of the Kaiajik Dere and their position was exposed and vulnerable with Turkish snipers nearby. Charles was one of 7 officers wounded. There were 30 dead. The family in Aloomba were notified on August 18, 1915: “Corporal C Hollamby shrapnel wound neck admitted First Australian General Hospital Heliopolis 11th August. Will advise upon receipt further particulars.” Charles recovered from his wounds and rejoined his battalion at Alexandria on Christmas Day 1916. Walter, still in Australia, received the rank of Private on March 27, 1916, and left Queensland on the Star of Victoria three days later.
On April 5, 1916, Charles was promoted to Sergeant. It is possible the brothers enjoyed a reunion at Alexandria when Walter was transferred to the 15th Battalion on May 21, 1916, after arriving at Serapeum. The brothers travelled from Alexandria to France aboard the Transylvania on June 1, 1916. They disembarked at Marseilles seven days later and proceeded to Pozieres. On August 8, 1916, Walter is tragically killed in action on the field near Pozieres. Charles is wounded for the second time. He has gunshot wounds to his jaw and chest and is transferred to Hospital at Perham Downs on September 29, 1916. Charles remained in England until December 5, 1917. He returned to France via Southampton and rejoined the 15th Battalion at Havre on December 10. Charles Hollamby was killed in action on July 4, 1918. His personal effects were sent home to his grieving family. Contents of the parcel were: “Wallet, YMCA Wallet, Photos, Metal cigarette case, Note case, Letters.” On October 18, 1928, the family were advised that Walter’s remains had been exhumed from the battlefields near Ponzieres and had been interred at the Serre Road Cemetery. Sources: National Archives of Australia, Australian War Memorial, Cairns District Family History Society, TROVE, National Library of Scotland.
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Gravesite where Private Walter Ernest Hollamby is interred. Map of Pozieres region showing trenches, c. 1916, courtesy National Library of Scotland.
Near Pozieres c. August 1916, courtesy the Australian War Memorial.
CHALKY RACKS UP IMPRESSIVE RECORD DAVID Chalk, or Chalky, as he is known has been recognised for 50 years of cumulative service by The Returned and Services League. Chalky received the honour due to the fact that his father signed him up as a member of the RSL while he was still serving in Vietnam. He served as President of the Cairns RSL from 1990 to 1994, then presided over the Gordonvale sub-branch from March 1995 until 2000 but has continued to serve in many roles. Chalky says his work with the RSL over the years has been all-encompassing. He has been “President, Secretary, Treasurer, Trustee, Bar Manager, Welfare/Pensions Advocate, and Bingo Coordinator”. His mission when he became President was to expand the club and provide members with modern facilities. One of the first significant improvements was the opening of a
dedicated Pensions and Welfare Office to help ADF Veterans and ex-service personnel access their DVA entitlements and assist them with lodging claims. In addition to numerous roles with the RSL, Chalky has also served a variety of community organisations such as the Progress Association, Pyramid Race Committee, and Legacy. His inspiration to serve the community may have been fostered by a sense of volunteerism gained from the Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award. Chalky accomplished that feat while a secondary student at Trinity Bay High School (1963-1965). His early school years were at Cairns Central State School (1955-1962). Then a career in the military beckoned in 1967. His service with the ADF spanned 22 years in a variety of roles including: Commander, Transport Supervisor, Quartermaster and AFV Driver.
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When he left the army, Chalky became an active member of the RSL and immediately enlisted as an “Educational Transport Coordinator” – “school bus driver” with Southern Cross Bus Services Stratford. He drove school buses until 2016 when he retired due to injury. He has been a master of ceremonies for Gordonvale ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day events for many years but vows 2022 is his last year. Chalky claims age is catching up him. His body will be 72 years of age this August, although he said his mind is as quick as a 27-year-old. Part of that role is speaking with school children about the significance of the day and the importance of mateship. “It’s all about helping your mate,” he said.
David “Chalky” Chalk laying a wreath at the“Chalky” Gordonvale cenotaph 1995. at the Gordonvale David Chalk laying ainwreath Photograph by Robyn Sherwood, cenotaph in 1995. Photograph by Robyn Sherwood, courtesy courtesy Shire Mulgrave Shire Society. Mulgrave Historical Historical Society.
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TORRES STRAIT FISHING PARTNERSHIP REELS IN STATE PRIZE TSRA Fisheries Portfolio Member Yen Loban with Quinten Hirakawa and Keith Brightman from TSRA Fisheries team
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capacity-building fisheries workshop between Traditional Owners, the Torres Strait Regional Authority (TSRA) and Fishwell Consulting on Thursday Island has won the ‘People Development Award’ at the Queensland Seafood Industry Awards 2022. TSRA Chairperson Napau Pedro Stephen AM said the award aligned with TSRA’s dedicated Fisheries Programme, which aims to support a sustainable fishing industry owned and operated by Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal peoples. “More than 20 local people from various communities and fishing interests – including
tropical rock lobster, beche-demer, reef line and prawn fishing – attended the workshop on Thursday Island to further develop skills and networks in sustainable fisheries management,” Mr Stephen said. “I am proud of this award, which recognises the value of creating partnerships between Traditional Owners, scientists, and the commercial fishing sector to build capacity, professionalism and best practice in our fishing industry. “Climate change impacts including rising sea levels means a focus on local training, skills and support to future-proof our fishing industry is more important than ever,” he said.
TSRA Fisheries Portfolio Member and Member for Ngurapai (Horn Island) and Muralag (Prince of Wales Island) Yen Loban said workshop participants were using the training to advocate for changes to fisheries management and commercial finfish resources around top western communities. “Fishing is in our blood; it’s our culture, livelihood and a major source of employment and income for the Torres Strait,” Mr Loban said. “Investing time and effort to build skills, capacity and awareness of new opportunities and technology will help support a sustainable and effective
local seafood industry into the future,” he said. The workshop (May 17 – 19, 2021), facilitated by fishing industry expert and Fishwell Consulting Director Dr Ian Knuckey, included sessions on logbook data collection, fishery-independent surveys, fish population dynamics, stock assessments, harvest strategies and principles of fisheries management. There were also sessions on fisheries legislation in the Torres Strait, committee roles and responsibilities, and effective representation and advocacy. Dr Knuckey said the workshop used real-life examples to equip participants with
the knowledge to influence and advocate for the region’s aspirations. “Everyone shared a desire to learn, collaborate and work together to ensure current, and future generations can enjoy the economic benefits of sustainable fishing of Torres Strait seafood resources,” Dr Knuckey said. The Queensland Seafood Industry Awards showcase the Queensland seafood industry by recognising and celebrating the positive contributions of individuals, partnerships, businesses, and organisations towards a sustainable and profitable Australian seafood industry.
The People Development Award acknowledges demonstrated excellence in developing and undertaking a people development activity that has contributed to a higherperforming workforce for the seafood industry. The Awards were held on March 18, 2022, in Brisbane. For more information about TSRA, visit www.tsra.gov.au For more information about the Queensland Seafood Industry Awards, visit https:// queenslandseafoodmarketers. com.au/queensland-seafoodindustry-awards or click on https://bit.ly/3rFDuQu
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SPORT SILKWOOD BOWLS CLUB Barefoot Bowls: Friday Night Bowls April 22nd 5:30pm to 9:00pm, Sausage Sizzle at 6:30pm. Register your interest by contacting the club on 0475 759 808 for catering purposes and all enquiries. Tuesday April 12th: some of our lady bowlers attend Innisfail Bowls Club Ladies Easter Fun Day was an enjoyable afternoon. Saturday April 16th: an invitation from Tully Bowls Club seen Denise Charman, Lee-ann Mayell & Rex Williams participate in there Easter Saturday 3 Bowl Triples was a wonderful day. Champion of Champions Ladies A Grade Singles was played with Jean Messina being defeated by Lee-ann Mayell 26 to 11. Lee-ann to progress through to the next game. Sunday April 17th: Barry Green, Lee-ann Mayell Delmo Tarditi defeated Denise Charman/Brian Brooks, Alan Hudson & Tony Cates 31 to 14. Bowls Social Days: Social Days are Wednesday and Sunday with sign on 1:00pm and start at 1:30pm. All enquiries contact the club on ph 0475 759 808, or you can follow us on Facebook. EDGE HILL MEMORIAL BOWLS CLUB Ladies Social Bowls Thursday April 14th Social Bowls winners were Elaine Whitehead and Irene Crampton. Put names for Social Bowls in by 2:30pm for a 3:00pm start for Thursday April 21st. Reminder that members and coaches are still required to assist Cairns High School visits commencing from Thursday April 28th: Commencing at 10:00am. See notice board for nominations to assist. Men’s Mixed Social Bowls: Tuesday April 12th games washed out. Tuesday night winners were Peter and Jennie. Wednesday April 13th Night: Winners: Ron, Jennie and Mal; R/up: Ray and Brenton. Saturday April 16th Social Bowls: Winners: Lorraine King, John Parker and Darren Curry;
R/up: Sandra and Stumpy Muller with Peter Ryan. L/C: Wayne Hunter, Ian Stafford and John Hayes. Men’s Pennants Saturday April 23rd: Edge Hill Division 1 plays Marlin Coast at Edge Hill. Division 2 plays West Cairns at Edge Hill and Division 3 plays Brothers Edmonton away at Edmonton. Club Events: Check the Notice board for all games to be played in the “A” Singles with next games due 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. Club Pairs, Triples and Fours have been drawn so check notice board and arrange match with your opponent. Social bowls will continue every Tuesday (Day and Night), Wednesday night Triples but no Saturday Social bowls as Men’s Pennants begin. 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. MARLIN COAST BOWLS CLUB Tuesday Afternoon Men’s Triples: Winners: B Wright, P Williamson, R Lloyd; R/up: Steve, D Parnell, Andy Tuesday Night Bowls: Spider: Rick, Rick, Stuart, Avril. Wednesday Mixed Bowls: Winners: J Baumann, L Hamilton, B Andreatta; R/up: D Wilford, J Curtayne, J Young. Thursday Men’s Triples: Winners: B Wright, P Williamson, R Lloyd; R/up: P Cavanagh, A Lim, L Mikic. Saturday Afternoon Walking Pairs: Winners of Winners: Not Played; Winners of Losers: Not Played Club Championships: Monday evening Happy Hour, cheap drinks 5:00pm-6:00pm. Tuesday Afternoon Men’s Triples: 1:00pm start, dress op-
tional, Cards called at 12:45pm. Tuesday Night Bare Foot 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 4:00pm till 6:00pm. All bowlers, nonbowlers and tourists welcome. Bowls available-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 LADIES Hope everyone had a great Easter. Wednesday April 13th: because a lot of ladies are away, we have been playing scroungers: Winner: Marg; R/ up: Pauline. Our Easter Raffle was drawn on Thursday April 14th: 1st prize - a wheelbarrow full of goodies - was won by Micheal Holmes who has kindly donated it back to be re raffled at a later date, thank you so much. 2nd prize was won by Bob McGiffin. A big thank you to everyone that bought tickets, without you this raffle would not have been the success that it was. Wednesday April 20th: Social Bowls as usual if you wish a game give Liz a call on 0400626765 names in by 10:30am game starts 11:30am. Good Bowling to All.
WEST CAIRNS MEN’S BOWLS CLUB Friday Scroungers: Winners were recorded as NO Score cards available. Tuesday Comp: winnersRay Owens, Rob Wilson and Wayne Hewitt with +24pts and 2nd was Des Kennedy, Jim Sach, Rob Moody. +16pts. Thirsty Thursday: best players were Kevin Ganley, Chris Auger and Norma. Sunday Morning: 1st – Sandy, John Murray, and S. Ford +23pts.- 2nd was M. Ireland, D. Kennedy, J. Sach +21pts. Jack pot was not won. Club Championship – Pair’s-Game 1- A. Radford and Normie Hall (22pts) def Allan Paraha and J. Johnston (14pts), The Next club championship draw in the “A” pairs and 4’s (to be scheduled.) Note: The pennants squads for Div 1 and Div 2 have been selected so check the Notice board. The first games of interclub pennants will be played on the 23rd of April at Venue’s as per the draw. (On the Notice board) Also check the Draw and please schedule games for the Singles in A grade and B grade as soon as possible due to the cramped program over the next few months. Remember to notify Helen of any intention to play. WEST CAIRNS TPI MEMORIAL BOWLS CLUB Last Monday a small number of ten players including a new player enjoyed their social mixed bowls under the cover at West Cairns Bowls Club. Winning team of our newest player Leigh Harrison and Fred Clarke were the recipients of a small prize. The numbers playing were reduced by the day being a public holiday and many players being unavailable. Arrangements for next Monday, being Anzac Day, are now finalised and a lunch will be served at 12:00pm provided free of charge to our members. As it will be ANZAC Day, alcohol service will not be available in the morning. A stew is to be prepared by a couple of our members at the club. Our
selector Rosemary, available on phone 0406 924 623, will be available to take names for the lunch and also for the afternoon game commencing at 1:30pm and ending at 4:30pm. Cards will be called at 1:15pm as usual. We are still seeking more players who enjoy social mixed bowls to join us on any Monday. Details of the game and other information on the procedure for the afternoon can be provided by our selector. MOSSMAN MEN’S BOWLS Saturday April 16th: 30 Bowlers for Easter Saturday Jackpot Bowls. David White, Doug Pitt Nev Tesch d Bernie Wolland Eric Smith, Dave Egan 23-18; Dave Blain, Bernie Savage d Terry Richards, Jim Geddes 30-18; SAS, John Fleming, Tony Brlyack d Billy Smith, John Arnold, Joe Girgenti 26-12; Peter Busch, Gordon Henderson d Col Widdows, Troy Churchill 28-13; in the Club Championship Pairs, John Cochrane, Ranald Edwards d Peter Fairchild, Peter Worley 24-21; and in the Triples, and the winners for the day, Mick Frese, Chris Payne, Dick Pitt d Charlie Toohey, Steve Cue, Daryl Hoskins 42-3. In other Club Championship games, played Sunday, in the A Grade Singles Steve Cue d Steve Heffernan 25-17; Nev Fletcher d Billy Smith 26-2; and Dave Blain d Bernie Wolland 26-5. Jackpot Bowls this Saturday names in by 12:00pm with card call at 12:45pm for a 1:00pm start. This Thursday April 21st the Men’s Section will hold Social Bowls from 5:30pm (names in by 5:00pm) at a cost of $10 per person. This cost includes a light meal after the game (8:00pm) and the chance to win a $50.00 meat tray (from Mossman Butchers). To register ring the Club on 4098 1434. Social Bowls now held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month and is open to all members, non-members and beginners wishing to try bowls for the first time. Club Championship games scheduled for this week. Saturday, in the Pairs, Eric Smith,
Nev Fletcher vs SAS, David White (9:00am); and in the A Grade Singles, Mick Frese vs Steve Cue (9:00am); and in the Pairs, Peter Busch, Chris Payne vs Dave Egan, Bruce Lester (12:30pm). Sunday, in the A Grade Singles, Peter Busch vs David Blain and Chris Payne vs Gerrard Beech. And in the Handicap Singles, Peter Fairchild (-2) vs Bernie Wolland (-6). 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 MAREEBA BOWLS CLUB Wednesday April 13th: 2x 12 end games of Fours: Winners Sue Steffensen, Lorraine Cummings, Enid Leonard, Pauline Brown. Thursday March 7th: 4 bowl Jackpot pairs self-selected: Winner: Barry Lynne team; R/ up: 2nd Raewyn Keddie team; best 2nd game: Trevor Gray team. Jackpot remains. Sunday April 17th: Winners: Bob Pitson, Peter Stevens, Sue Soda, Neil Vogler; R/up: Vittore Tiraboschi, Lorenzo Cadorin, Enid Leonard, Joe Riggs. Upcoming events: Tuesday April 19th: Final Ladies Pairs. Joy Dennis, Liz Plowman v Rose Parry, Sue Steffensen. 9:00am start. ANZAC day April 25th 2:45pm club selected social bowls & BBQ $12ea. 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. GORDONVALE BOWLS CLUB Wednesday Social Bowls at 1:00pm. We welcome members of the Community to join us. Bowls available for your use. No green fees for your first 2 weeks. Free Smoko. Call the Club 4056 1050 after 12:00pm Wednesday. Thursday Club Selected 3 Bowl Pairs Names by 12:30pm for 1:00pm start. No results from last week as rain stopped play.
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GAME TIME IN YARRABAH
Yarrabah Minister Stirling Hinchliffe, Yarrabah Mayor Ross Andrews and Speaker of the Queensland Parliament Curtis Pitt
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combined investment of more than $1.1 million in two projects in the Yarrabah community supports more girls and women to stay active. On April 19, speaker of the Queensland Parliament and Member for Mulgrave Curtis Pitt and Sports Minister Stirling Hinchliffe today kicked off construction of new female changerooms at Jilara Oval. “Almost $1 million has
been invested by the Queensland Government in building female-friendly changerooms, a canteen, storage, and rooms for first aid and referees,” Mr Pitt said. “Today, the Minister and I turned the first sod of earth to greenlight the start of construction at Jilara Oval. “The new female changerooms will be a gamechanger for girls’ and women’s sport and a first for Yarrabah. “We know when girls and
women have access to female changerooms, they’re more likely to sign on with a local club, bring their best game to the team and excel. “This football season, about 70 women have signed up for Yarrabah Seahawks Rugby League teams, so we know the demand is there for new changerooms. “The changerooms will also support women’s netball, creating opportunities to host netball tournaments at the Jilara precinct. “Jilara Oval will deliver a culturally safe space for women and girls and more opportunities to bring the community together
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“Yarrabah PCYC provides a safe and fun space for young people to stay active, committed and connected. “The work at PCYC is focused on existing indoor recreation spaces to include extra multi-sport activities. “It means even more opportunity for young people because we know active Queenslanders are healthy Queenslanders. “Jilara Oval and the PCYC show the strong collaborative partnership of the Palaszczuk Government, Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council and the PCYC to delivering sport and recreation infrastructure for the commu-
nity’s benefit.” Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council Mayor Ross Andrews welcomed the investment of capital infrastructure funding on behalf of the community. “These much-needed funds are important and will bring greatbenefits to local female athletes,” Cr Andrews said. “If we are to help close the gap in health inequalities, then facilities of such nature encourage our young girls and ladies to engage in physical and active activities that encourage greater lifestyle choices.”
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