Cape York Weekly FREE – #266 | Tuesday, January 20, 2026
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Historic strike celebrated
INSIDE TODAY
RDA ROLES NOW OPEN Page 2
WEIPA DRIVING TESTS Page 6 Nine decades ago, Torres Strait Islander workers in the pearl shell industry took a stance against years of racist and restrictive conditions by government officials, leading to the historic 1936 Maritime Strike. Celebrations last week marked the milestone anniversary. For the full story, turn to page 3.
RODEO SET TO RIDE ON
Weipa’s beloved rodeo will return in August after two well-known locals stepped up to fill key committee positions at an eleventh hour meeting last week. Find out who will wear the president’s hat in 2026 on page 5.
AUSTRALIA DAY CELEBRATIONS Pages 8 & 9 FIRST BUBS FOR 2026 Page 7
Matty Prychidczuk in the novice bull ride at the 2025 Weipa Rodeo. Photo: Cape York Weekly.
NAPRANUM UNIFORM DRIVE Page 8
AUSTRALIA DAY @ THE ALBY... MEAT TRAY RAFFLES
OZZIE SMOKER
OZZIE TUNES ALL DAY
CANE TOAD RACES
PRIZES FOR BEST DRESSED
• MONDAY: $18 Pasta Night • TUESDAY: 3 for $15 Taco Night • WEDNESDAY: $15 Rump Night • FRIDAY: Jag The Joker 5.30 – 7.30pm & Musical Bingo from 7.30pm • DECK RESTAURANT Open 7 days 6 – 8.30pm