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If you like your community festivals with a little bit of friendly competition and packed with a whole lot of ‘fishy stuff’, then Cardwell Seafest has you covered. While the three-day celebration will feature live music, markets, classic cars, kids’ activities, food and plenty of entertainment, Sunday, is when things are set to get particularly fishy at the Cardwell foreshore. One of the most popular events on the Seafest program is the annual Kids Jetty Fishing Competition, giving young anglers aged 12 and under the chance to wet a line and see what they can catch. Best of all, it is completely free to enter and every child who takes part will receive a prize. The competition is being supported by the Hotel Euramo Boar and Barra Bash, with pre-registration available at Ob La Di during the Saturday Car 'n' Bike Show. And while the kids are busy trying to land the big one, the adults can look forward to another Seafest favourite, the annual Prawn Peeling competition. The competition is always a crowd-pleaser, with contestants putting their peeling skills to the test as they race to see who can claim the title of Prawn Peeling Champion. Tassal is supporting the event, helping bring this much-loved Seafest tradition back for another year with trophies for Junior and Senior competitors. Then the event that has become synonymous with Seafest and is guaranteed to get the crowd cheering: the annual Chuck a Mullet. Competitors will take aim and see just how far they can send a mullet flying, with trophies up for grabs in both the junior and senior competitions. Thanks go to Tweed Bait for helping to make sure the mullet will be flying once again. Alongside the fishing events, Seafest will also feature markets, food vans, live music, the Bendigo Bank Kids Zone, face painting, Punch n Judy, Puppies on Parade, kids’ fancy dress, the Op Shop Kids Lolly Toss and the Monster Raffle. Things are going to be fishy at this year's Cardwell Seafest! EVENT BOXES x2 – Designer, use instead of a photo? Saturday, 3rd October 7:00am: Cardwell parkrun 9:00am: NQIB Rockabilly Car 'n' Bike Show 9:00am to 1:00pm: Tropical Plant Expo at Cardwell Coastguard 10:30am: Punch n Judy 11:00am: Rockabilly Fashions and Best Dressed competition 11:30am: Best Decorated Wheels, junior and senior 12:00pm: Car Show Awards, with $500 in prizes 2:00pm: Sausage Sizzle at Marine Hotel 3:30pm: Andy G LIVE at the Cardwell Jetty 4:00pm: Limbo Competition, Youth Challenge, Treasure Hunt & Chalk Art 5:00pm: Licensed Bar and Big BBQ Sizzle, raffles and meat trays 6:30pm: The Cassidy Connection LIVE 8:30pm: Cardwell Rocks Fireworks Sunday, 4th October 8:00am: Euramo Boar & Barra Bash Kids Fishing Competition 9:00am: Brearleys Pie Eating Competition 9:30am: Tassal Prawn Peeling Competition 10:00am: Punch n Judy 10:30am: Kids Fishing Competition weigh-in 11:00am: Puppies on Parade and Best Dressed competition 11:30am: Chuck a Mullet 11:45am: Kids Fancy Dress & Best Dressed prizes 12:00pm: Op Shop Kids Lolly Toss 12:30pm: Monster Raffle Draw 2:00pm: Jag The Joker at Marine Hotel Caption: Chuck that Mullet! Action at the 2025 Seafest. Photo sourced: Cardwell Seafest
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By Helen Cook Just as the annual migration of grey nomads begins heading south and the school holidays bring families into local campgrounds and beachside accommodation, the Mission Beach Visitor Information Centre is settling into its new home in the heart of the village. Cassowary Coast Tourism relocated the centre from the C4 complex in July to the Village Green – putting its staff and more than 20 volunteers right in the middle of the action. With school holidays now upon us Executive Officer Patrick Lewis said the seasonal changing of the guard among visitors was also underway. “The rule of thumb for the Tropics is the migration south to north for our ‘winter travellers’ starts after Mother’s Day, and once Father’s Day has concluded, they tend to head south again,” he said, adding that the footy finals were also a drawcard home. And then come the families. “For the school holidays, we generally see the vast majority of visitation from within that 250-kilometre drive market; from Cairns, the Tablelands and Townsville.” Walking through the door of the local Visitor Information Centre offers something an online search can’t always provide – a conversation with a local who knows what’s happening now, what’s newly opened and where visitors might find something they weren’t even looking for. The move into the village has already made a difference. Patrick said foot traffic and retail sales had increased significantly, with local businesses also reporting more visitors lingering around the village hub. Behind the new shopfront is an important local resource – the team of more than 20 volunteers who, alongside staff, keep the accredited centre operating seven days a week. Tourism Manager Michelle Lloyd describes them as the region’s “ambassadors”. “They’re often the first person a visitor may meet when they come to our destination,” she said. Volunteers provide everything from local advice and maps to tour bookings and ticketing, drawing on their own knowledge of the Cassowary Coast. They also regularly get out and experience attractions themselves, so they know what’s new and can pass that knowledge on. For volunteer Tasy Richards, who moved to the region from south-west Western Australia, says she has always been keen to volunteer. “Volunteering is a way that you can pursue your passion,” she said. “And just meeting different people from all over the place – learning all about where they’re from and what they’re doing.” A keen bushwalker, Tasy regularly sends visitors out to explore local favourites including Lacey Creek, the Cutten Brothers Walking Track and Kennedy Walking Track. Another volunteer, Bernice Downing, a Mission Beach resident of 16 years, has an equally straightforward reason for volunteering: “I love it here because of the people, locals and visitors.” Cassowary Coast Tourism is always looking for new volunteers to join the team and welcomes locals who enjoy meeting people and sharing their knowledge of the region. And there’s another reason for locals and visitors to stop by: Cassowary Coast LIFE is available outside the centre 24 hours a day – so even when the volunteers have gone home, you can still pick up your local read. The Mission Beach Visitor Information Centre can be found at Shop 5, The Homestead, Porter Promenade, is open from 9am to 4pm, seven days a week, and can be contacted on (07) 4068 7099. Caption: A warm welcome awaits at the Mission Beach Visitor Information Centre – pictured Tasy Richards, Patrick Bluett, Michelle Lloyd, and Bernice Downing. Photo credit: Helen Cook
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Bushfire preparation has been underway across Queensland’s protected areas, with Cardwell State Forest among the locations included in a record year of hazard reduction burning. Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) rangers treated 981,081 hectares through 546 planned burns during 2025–26, exceeding the previous statewide record set a year earlier. Cardwell State Forest was among the locations included in the program, which aims to reduce fuel loads, improve the health of protected areas and lower bushfire risks to surrounding communities and properties. The work comes as Queensland enters the 2026 bushfire risk period, with planned burning continuing across national parks and State forests when weather and other conditions allow. QPWS Fire Services Director Susan Scott said rangers would continue undertaking planned burns where conditions were suitable. “Every planned burn we deliver is contributing to a healthier environment and a more bushfire-resilient state, which is especially important as we enter the 2026 bushfire risk period,” Ms Scott said. Cassowary Coast residents and visitors are encouraged to remain aware of local fire conditions throughout the bushfire risk period. Those planning trips into national parks and State forests should also check QPWS Park Alerts beforehand, particularly while planned burning continues across Queensland. Smoke, firefighters, aircraft and machinery may be seen in the vicinity of the following areas: Cardwell Range section, west of Cardwell to north-west of Ingham Cardwell Forest Drive including, Attie Creek and Dead Horse Creek Microwave Hill and Stony Creek Road areas Along mountain ranges west of Cardwell Cardwell township Kennedy valley area Five Mile Creek Road Bruce Highway, between Sunday Creek, Fishers Creek and Blady Grass Creek Upper mountain ranges between Arnott Creek and Porters Creek; and between Hawkins Creek and Manor Creek including Bishop Peak and Mount Leach. Persons with respiratory or other health problems should seek medical advice on mitigating the effects of smoke inhalation. Caption: A creek running through Girringun National Park. Photo credit: Tourism and Events QLD
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Motorists travelling the Bruce Highway through the Cassowary Coast are being urged to take care around ongoing roadworks, with several safety upgrades underway across the region. “If you’re seeing works underway on the Bruce Highway in the Cassowary Coast region, these are part of the Bruce Highway Targeted Road Safety Program being delivered by the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR),” Council said. “As the Bruce Highway is a state-controlled road, these works are managed by TMR.” Among the major projects currently under construction is a $25 million upgrade between Dean Road and Tully State High School, where crews are widening the road and shoulders, installing wide centre lines, improving drainage and culverts and upgrading the signalised Dean Road intersection. The project is expected to continue until mid-2027. Further north, work is underway on approximately five kilometres of highway extending from about 80 metres north of the Aldridge Road intersection to 300 metres south of Poppi Road in the Cowley area. The project includes road widening for wide centre lines and the replacement or extension of seven culverts, with completion expected in late 2026. Pavement strengthening has also been scheduled across several Cassowary Coast locations, including a four-kilometre section between Mill Street and Mourilyan Road at Mourilyan and South Innisfail, one kilometre north of Francis Martin Street at El Arish, and four kilometres north from Mount Cudmore Road at Rungoo. Those works are expected to run until mid-October.
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The community is set to come together to celebrate 25 years of the Ulysses Link. Photo source: Shutterstock
A much-loved piece of Mission Beach history will celebrate its silver anniversary this month, with the Ulysses Link marking 25 years since opening in September 2001.
The foreshore walking track grew from local resident Penny Phillips’ vision to create a walking and cycling link connecting Mission Beach’s coastal communities.
A community steering group began developing the idea in 1998, with the project eventually becoming a joint community and council initiative.
Named after the brilliant blue Ulysses butterfly, the original link winds along the Mission Beach foreshore towards Clump Point, incorporating mosaics, carvings and ceramic sculptures that share the area’s cultural, historical and environmental stories.
The link has continued to grow over the years, with almost 12 kilometres of the original near-20-kilometre vision completed by 2023.
The community will celebrate the milestone in Mission Beach on Saturday 26th September
The event will take place at Perry Harvey Jetty, with start time to be confirmed.
Members of the Cassowary Coast Business Women’s Network enjoying the evening at El Arish Tavern Contributed by Susan Kelly
El Arish Tavern played host to the latest Cassowary Coast Business Women’s Network gathering, bringing local women together for an evening designed to uncover the people behind the businesses.
Built around the theme “What’s Behind the Business Card?”, the event used small, interactive discussion groups to give members the chance to share more about themselves and their businesses.
Network representative Kerry said the idea came from wanting members to get to know one another beyond a quick introduction or job title.
“There were some fun ways and some more considered ways of sharing information about each other, and it was fun,” she said.
The evening gave members a better understanding of the businesses, skills and services represented across the region, while creating space for new and existing members to connect.
The network’s next event will be held on 13 October at the Mt Tyson Hotel in Tully, where Nicky Jurd will speak about AI tools beyond ChatGPT.
Attendees enjoyed an educational evening teamed with tasty fresh produce. Photos supplied
Science at the Pub saw another popular event unfold, with a special cassowary-themed night at Shanti Beach Café last week.
Terry Carmichael from the Wet Tropics Management Authority provided an engaging insight into the fascinating life of the southern cassowary, detailing how local habitats provide an essential ecosystem within which these unique creatures continue to thrive.
Joined by Jeff Lewis and Joanna Schmid from Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service, attendees enjoyed a discussion about cassowary habitat and ecology, and the importance of data collection for their long-term survival.
This iteration of Science at the Pub also coincided with the Australian Good Food Guide annual Spring Dinner, focusing on local produce from local producers.
Highlighting the depth and breadth of local produce, the evening showcased Mission Beach produce from Benny's Line Caught Fishing, MBL Bananas and Bingil Bay Limes, serving up Nannygai tacos with banoffee pie.
“A big thank you to the three presenters at Tuesday night's Science at the Pub, and to Amber from CCRC for her final appearance after two amazing years, and of course to the many locals who turned up for a fascinating evening,” shared organisers.
Presented by Cassowary Coast Council, this regular community event is proving a popular mainstay on the Mission Beach calendar.
The next Science at the Pub in Mission Beach is scheduled for Wednesday, 23 September 2026, at 5:30pm.
Cassowary Coast Library and Museum Services invites the community to come together for a special open day celebrating local stories, shared strength and the reopening of the refurbished Cardwell Library and Heritage Precinct.
Stronger Together: Celebrating Community Resilience will be held on Friday 9 October from 10.00am to 4.00pm, with free activities taking place across the Cardwell Library, JC Hubinger Memorial Museum, Heritage Precinct and surrounding green spaces.
The day will begin with an official opening, followed by the Voices of Cardwell Conversation Café and community morning tea. Residents are encouraged to share their memories, photographs and experiences of Cardwell, including stories of Cyclones Yasi, Larry and Winifred and the community connections formed through recovery.
Visitors can explore the recently refurbished facilities through guided library, museum and heritage tours, view a special cyclone commemoration exhibition presented by the Cardwell & District Historical Society, and connect with Council representatives, emergency services and community organisations.
Practical activities will include disaster preparedness information, a Get Ready Queensland dashboard workshop, digital workshops and friendly Tech Help. Families can also enjoy interactive children’s activities and an after-school community afternoon tea on the lawn from 3.00pm.
The event will recognise the invaluable contribution of local volunteers and provide opportunities to learn more about community services, volunteering and disaster preparedness.
The refurbishment works were made possible through the jointly funded Commonwealth–State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements. This community event is also supported by the Australian Library and Information Association through its Social Cohesion funding program.
Stronger Together is a opportunity to reconnect with the precinct, celebrate Cardwell’s resilience and help preserve local stories for future generations.
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Cassowary Coast Careers Day 2026 has given local young people the opportunity to explore future career pathways, connect with businesses and industries, and learn more about the skills and qualifications needed for employment.
The event focused on the unique opportunities available across the Cassowary Coast Region, helping strengthen connections between young people, education providers, employers and the broader community.
Through conversations with local businesses and industries, attendees were able to gain insight into potential career directions and the requirements for entering different fields.
A youth survey was also conducted as part of the event, providing an opportunity for young people to share their views and priorities with Cassowary Coast Regional Council.
The survey will help guide the work of the Youth Advisory Committee, while giving Council a better understanding of what matters most to local youth.
This includes what young people would like to see, do and become involved in across the Cassowary Coast, supporting future initiatives that reflect the interests and needs of the region’s younger generation.
Cassowary Coast banana growers are watching closely as the Australian Government assesses the potential biosecurity risks of importing fresh Cavendish bananas from the Philippines. Photo supplied
By Chelsea Ravizza
The future of one of the Cassowary Coast’s biggest agricultural industries remains under scrutiny as the Australian Government assesses whether fresh Cavendish bananas from the Philippines could eventually enter the Australian market.
For growers across Tully, Innisfail and Kennedy, the issue carries particular weight. The Cassowary Coast is one of Australia’s major banana-growing regions, with Queensland producing about 94 per cent of the nation’s bananas, and in 2024-25 alone, Australia produced 368,701 tonnes of bananas worth $719.4 million.
More than 70 banana growers and Australian Banana Growers’ Council (ABGC) affiliate members gathered in Innisfail earlier this month, with Panama disease Tropical Race 4 (TR4) and the proposed Philippine import arrangements among the key issues discussed.
The Federal Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry commenced a Biosecurity Import Risk Analysis (BIRA) on 16th June, assessing whether alternative measures could manage the biosecurity risks associated with importing fresh Cavendish bananas from the Philippines.
No imports have been approved.
The Philippines has been seeking access to Australia’s banana market since 1995. While Australia agreed in principle in 2009 to allow imports if strict biosecurity requirements were met, the necessary arrangements were never finalised and no trade began. In 2018, the Philippines asked Australia to consider alternative ways of managing the biosecurity risks, setting the process now underway in motion.
DAFF conducted a technical visit to the Philippines from 23rd to 27th March, visiting commercial plantations and packing facilities across banana-growing areas of Mindanao.
The ABGC has strongly opposed the prospect of imports, with Banana Imports Committee chair Paul Inderbitzin identifying Moko and black Sigatoka as two of the industry's major concerns.
“There are a number of biosecurity risks associated with importing bananas. Two of the main ones are Moko and black Sigatoka. Australia is one of the few countries free from these devastating diseases,” he said.
According to ABGC, Moko and black Sigatoka are not currently present in Australia, however, the organisation has warned that an introduction could have significant consequences for banana production and increase production costs.
The Cassowary Coast already has first-hand experience of the long-term challenge posed by TR4 with DAFF confirming the disease was detected in Tully in 2015 and can remain in soil for decades.
Senator Susan McDonald, who has been campaigning against the prospect of banana imports, said the region had much at stake.
“The Cassowary Coast is the heartland of Australian banana production and I have visited farms there,” she said.
“Once a disease becomes established, you can’t undo the damage. Our growers have already experienced the enormous cost and disruption of managing Panama TR4.”
ABGC says the Australian banana industry supports about 18,000 jobs, including flow-on employment, and contributes about $1.3 billion to the Australian economy with the organisation calling for the assessment to protect the industry's existing biosecurity status.
DAFF, meanwhile, describes the assessment as a technical, science-based process conducted under Australia's biosecurity legislation and international standards. The department says it is assessing whether proposed production practices and any additional measures could reduce the risk to Australia's appropriate level of protection.
The department expects to release a draft report in the first half of 2027, followed by at least 60 calendar days of public consultation. Even if the assessment finds a pathway could meet Australia's biosecurity requirements, further verification and development of import conditions would be required before trade could begin with DAFF claiming the full process could take several years.
In the Cassowary Coast, the debate is therefore still some way from a final decision, but one that could have significant implications for an industry deeply embedded in the region's economy and communities.
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Either way, the paper is pet friendly. Snuggle on the couch with your cat and do a puzzle, look at the pictures, or flick through the news. Cats don’t have thumbs, you know - you have to turn those pages for them!
The donated shirts feature crocodiles and the Cardwell Jetty. Photo sourced: Cardwell Seafest
Cardwell Seafest volunteers will be sporting a special piece of local pride this year, thanks to a generous donation from local business Fish Feen Australia.
Fish Feen Australia designed and printed shirts featuring the “Cardwell by the Sea” branding, creating a unique look for the volunteers helping bring the popular seaside festival to life.
The shirts were donated to Seafest volunteers, giving the team something matching and practical to wear throughout the festival, while showcasing the beauty and identity of Cardwell.
The Seafest organisers thanked Fish Feen Australia for supporting the event and donating the shirts, saying the contribution was very much appreciated.
It is another example of local businesses getting behind community events and helping make them possible through their support.
With Cardwell Seafest bringing locals and visitors together from Friday 2nd October to Sunday 4th October, the shirts will be a fitting way for volunteers to show their Cardwell pride while they get to work behind the scenes.
Tully Rotarians Rick Taylor, Don Colls, William Moran and Kieran Borgna with the Golden Gumboot, lit blue for Dystonia Awareness Month.
Tully’s iconic Gumboot turned blue on Friday night, to raise awareness of dystonia.
With the help of Tully Rotary, the iconic landmark joined others across Australia illuminated on 18th September for Dystonia Awareness Month, which aims to increase understanding of the neurological movement disorder.
Tully Gumboot Turns Blue For Dystonia
Tully’s iconic gumboot has been illuminated in blue to join an Australia-wide initiative raising awareness for dystonia.
Dystonia is a neurological movement disorder that makes it difficult for people to control their muscles. It can cause involuntary muscle spasms, abnormal twisting movements, tremors and unusual postures. For some people, pain can be a significant symptom, and the condition can affect almost any part of the body. It can occur in both children and adults, with symptoms varying between individuals.
While there is currently no known cure for dystonia, treatment options are available to help manage symptoms. These can include medication, botulinum toxin and surgery, depending on the type of dystonia and the individual’s needs.
Dystonia can also affect people emotionally, socially and in their everyday lives. Support groups and community connections can help people living with the condition and their carers share experiences and find encouragement.
The blue illumination of Tully’s Gumboot is part of a wider effort to bring visibility to dystonia and encourage conversations about a condition that many people may not know about.
Other landmarks taking part include Coffs Harbour’s big banana, Manly Town Hall and the Adelaide Oval.
To learn more about dystonia, access support or find out how you can help raise awareness, visit dystonia.org.au.
They’re there for you. Nominate your clubs volunteering heroes! Image sourced: Shutterstock
Local sporting clubs and community members are being encouraged to recognise the people who give their time behind the scenes, with nominations now open for the 2026 Australian Sports Commission Sport Volunteer of the Year Award.
The award provides an opportunity to celebrate the dedication of volunteers who help keep community sport running, whether they are coaching, organising teams, managing clubs, supporting events or simply lending a hand wherever they are needed.
Often giving their time week after week without seeking recognition.
The Australian Sports Commission is calling on the community to nominate a sport volunteer who has made a meaningful contribution to their club, sport or local community.
Nominations are now open, so if there is a local sporting volunteer who consistently goes above and beyond, now is the opportunity to put their name forward and celebrate the contribution they make to community sport.
Nominations can be made through the Australian Sports Commission website by visiting the 2026 ASC Sport Volunteer of the Year Award page at ausport.gov.au
www.ausport.gov.au/volunteering/2026-asc-sport-volunteer-of-the-year
Miles with his Championship medal Photos sourced: Ingham Tennis Association
By Victoria Velton
For young Ingham-grown tennis player Miles Dahlstrom the 2026 season was a journey of steady improvement against tough competition, but that hard work paid off in a big win, when Miles took the trophy as the 2026 North Region U11 Tennis Champion.
The season took Miles all over Queensland, from representing Herbert River at school trials to stepping onto the state stage in Brisbane.
There were wins, close losses and tournaments where the trophy remained just out of reach, but each competition provided another opportunity for the young player to develop his game.
It all began in March when Miles competed at the Ayr Tennis Association JDS doubles tournament. While the focus was on doubles, Miles also made his mark in the singles competition, winning all but one of his matches.
The Ingham Tennis Association noted at the time that Miles had demonstrated “huge improvements” in his game, despite not coming away with a trophy.
Just weeks later, Miles travelled to Townsville for the Carmichael FORD Kalynda Chase Junior Championships, where he competed in the U12 events. Facing strong opponents from different centres, the tournament gave Miles another chance to test himself against a variety of playing styles and gain valuable experience- but alas, the trophy eluded him yet again.
In May, Miles represented Herbert River alongside fellow Ingham State School student Macie at the North Queensland region schools tennis trials.
Competing in the U12 boys division, Miles finished fifth and earned a place as a shadow player for the North Queensland team. For a young player still developing his game, it was another opportunity to experience the pathway from local school tennis through to regional competition.
“It meant a lot to me to be able to go and represent my district in tennis. When I played in the NQ trials in Home Hill for Herbert River, I was really hoping to make the team so I was a bit sad that I didn’t make the NQ team on the day and only made shadow player. So I was really excited when mum told me that she got an email saying that I had a spot on the NQ U12 team,” said Miles.
Miles continued his season with the Home Hill Super in June, competing in Division 3. This time, he came remarkably close to taking the title, finishing second by just one game. It was another result that showed how skilled in competition Miles was becoming, with the narrow margin providing further motivation as the season continued.
The following month brought another major opportunity when Miles travelled to Brisbane to compete in the U12 State Tennis Championships. Against strong competition from across the state, the results did not go his way, but he came home to much praise for his sportsmanship throughout the competition.
“He had done his school, club and region proud,” said the Ingham Tennis Association.
By September, Miles had spent months competing, learning and gradually building his confidence. His next challenge was the finals tournament at Ayr Tennis Association, where he entered the U11 boys competition.
Miles made the perfect start, winning all three of his matches in his group and earning his place in the play-off, with the result set to determine whether he would claim the number one position.
“I was feeling really confident. I got to play against my friend Billy from Townsville. We’ve always had close matches but I came out on top winning 6-0, 6-0,” said Miles.
The following day, Miles left it all on the court.
He secured the title of 2026 North Region U11 Tennis Champion, bringing together a year of work that had taken him from early-season improvement to regional and state-level competition, close finishes and increasingly strong performances.
While the championship is now the headline achievement of Miles’ 2026 season, his journey throughout the year has been a strong progress as each match gave him another opportunity to compete, learn, build skills and develop as a player.
“I’m most proud of my progress through 3 ability levels from green ball at the start of the year through to division 3 green ball by the end. I’m particularly proud of how my serve has developed,” said Miles.
From Ayr and Townsville to Home Hill and Brisbane, Miles has continued to push himself in situations that challenge him. And now, after a season of building his game one match at a time, Miles has a regional championship to show for it.
For a young player still at the beginning of his tennis journey, the trophy may have arrived in September, but the journey towards it gave him the steps to climb to the top of the regional podium.
SpinFX can install new and replace old split-system air conditioners. Photo supplied: SpinFX NQ
Keeping your home comfortable and your power bills manageable starts with choosing the right products and having them installed by genuine electrical experts.
SpinFX offers a range of solar and air-conditioning solutions, helping local households make the most of reliable, energy-efficient technology suited to our conditions.
Thinking about solar? SpinFX can help with new installations and replacements, with government rebates available for eligible systems. Options include photovoltaic (PV) solar, battery storage and off-grid systems, with Sungrow Power Co inverter and battery systems available.
From tailored, in-house system design through to quality installation and local warranty support, SpinFX can help customers find a solar solution suited to their individual needs.
When it comes to staying cool, SpinFX can install new and replace old split-system air conditioners from LG and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI).
LG offers heating and cooling across a range of sizes from 2.6kW to 9.4kW, with Wi-Fi Smart Control through the ThinQ App, alongside a reliable and stylish design.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries air conditioners provide powerful heating and cooling, energy-efficient performance and Wi-Fi control, with units built to handle Australian conditions. SpinFX is also an MHI warranty agent, providing local support when customers need it.
Whether you are upgrading an existing system, replacing an old air conditioner or looking at solar and battery storage for your home or getting off-grid, SpinFX can help you explore your options.
By Joe Bond
There’s something pretty special about taking something we would normally throw away and turning it into something useful.
Long before The Honest Garden was growing fruit and vegetables out in Forrest Beach, I was teaching children in Sydney about the importance of looking after our environment.
I loved nothing more than getting children outside and involved in the garden. We had recycling programs, composting, a kitchen-to-garden food cycle, vegetable patches and even a little weekly mini vegetable stall. The children would collect food scraps, learn about what could be composted and watch as their waste slowly transformed into something that could feed the garden.
There was something wonderful about seeing the excitement on their faces when they realised that the food scraps they had once thrown in the bin could actually help grow more food.
Compost is simply organic material that has broken down over time.
With the right balance of materials, moisture and air, these ingredients slowly break down and become a dark, crumbly material that can be added back into the garden.
The trick is to have a balance of what we call “greens” and “browns”.
Greens, such as fresh food scraps and grass clippings, provide nitrogen. Browns, such as dry leaves and cardboard, provide carbon. Together, they help create the right conditions for the composting process.
If your compost starts to smell or becomes soggy, try adding more dry leaves, shredded cardboard or other brown materials. Turning the compost helps introduce air and keeps things moving.
A good compost pile should be damp, like a wrung-out sponge, but not soaking wet.
Happy composting, everyone!
On Monday 24 September 1883 the Halifax Provisional School was opened to an initial enrolment of ten girls and seven boys.
There’s quite a bit of Maui to love! Weighing in at an impressive 5.3kg, this handsome boy is proof that sometimes, more really is more.
Maui has stunning colouring and a personality to match. He can be a bit of a Houdini, so his new family will need to make sure those screen doors are firmly shut as this clever boy knows how to make an escape!
Maui is not a fan of dogs and isn’t keen on sharing his space with other cats. He definitely wants to be the king of the castle, and when you look this good, who could blame him? Maui is looking for a home where he can be your one and only feline superstar, soaking up all the love and attention he deserves.
Maui is indoors only, so could you give this handsome king a castle of his own?
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