Following on from a successful Home Hill Junior Open on Saturday, Ayr Juniors saw another great field of juniors playing the wonderful Ayr course. 3, 6, 9 and 18 hole competitions were run for both boys and girls, with some great scores and fun had by all. Players and their families travelled from as far as Mackay, Charters Towers, Bowen, Proserpine and Townsville, along with a great local turn our of Ayr juniors, a field of 52 players took to the course.
A huge thank you to Oar and Horan Dentist for sponsoring our Ayr Junior Open.
We now look forward to four days of junior golf hosted in Townsville over the Easter holidays.
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Contributed by Laura Mahoney

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A total of 52 players took to the course for the Ayr Junior Open. Photo supplied

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“Ill-discipline cost us that game, a game we should have won,” Roosters reserve coach Chris Perry said after his team were defeated by the Bowen Seagulls at Rugby Park last Friday night 18-16.
The teams were playing for the inaugural Lona Kaifoto Challenge Shield.
Lona Kaifoto from Bowen was an integral member of the Burdekin Roosters ten years ago, helping the club to win the TDRL A grade premiership in 2015 defeating Herbert River in the final.
He then spent a couple of years with the HostPlus Blackhawks before preparing to play again for the Roosters.
A serious car accident that left Lona fighting for his life in the Townsville Hospital was followed by months of rehabilitation and although he has made a great recovery, he was told his rugby league playing days were over.
Since then, he has maintained a keen interest in the resurgence of rugby league in Bowen by first being their coach and now their manager for the team coached by his brother-in-law Tyson Stocker.
Lona has always kept a keen interest in the Roosters and if he could, he would have the tri colours on again.
A side stepping try by centre Riley Horan opened the account for the Roosters before Horan again had a hand in the second try putting the flying Dom Arrate over in the corner.
It was converted by five eight and captain John Zaro and the Roosters were looking good leading 10 nil.
That is when the ill-discipline started with Bowen receiving too many penalties for bad play.
With the glut of possession, the Seagulls attacked with a converted try coming right on the half time bell for the locals to go in leading 10-6.
A stern talking to at the break by Perry had the desired effect for a while with the Roosters showing more in attack and defending well.
They were rewarded when Caleb Noah scored a good try which Zaro again converted, and they lead 16-6.
Instead of playing on as they started the half, individual play set in with again poor discipline in defence.
Bowen took advantage and narrowed the score to 16-10 with a converted try.
The Roosters were disallowed a try after an infringement with Bowen working up field resulting in a try near the posts.
Former Roosters half Flynn O’Brien added the extras, he kicked three from three, to lead the match 18-16.
In the closing stages, the locals tried desperately to close the gap but failed with the Lona Kaifoto Trophy going south.
Perry said that the game was there to win but his team had thrown it away.
“Hopefully it will be a good lesson,” the coach said.
The coach named Riley Horan as his standout player backed up by Zac Campbell in the forwards.
The club will have no games this weekend but will start the season proper on Sunday April 7 in Townsville against Western Lions.
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Contributed by Brian Carnes

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A Home Hill cane farmer has achieved his lifelong dream of qualifying to represent Australia in clay target shooting.
Joseph Rossato, a member of Bowen’s Port Denison Gun Club, returned from Wagga Wagga earlier this month where he represented Queensland in the 2024 National Trap Championships.
Joseph has qualified for the state team six times and competed for Queensland twice, finishing his most recent outing on equal first in the top 25 in Australia, known as the Mackintosh team.
Shooters then shot another 100 targets point score, where he made the top five to qualify to represent Australia at the World DTL Championship in Bywell, England in July.
“Ever since I knew I could shoot competitively, I wanted to shoot for Australia and wear the green and gold,” Joseph said.
“My dream’s come true, and it feels amazing.”
Growing up on a cane farm, guns have always been a part of Joseph’s life.
He started clay target shooting in 1992 aged 16 and competed at a local gun club where he won an under 18 young fellows shooting event.
“Ever since then, I was hooked,” he said.
Early in his shooting career, Joseph would shoot every weekend, working his way around the Charters Towers, Burdekin, Townsville and Bowen circuits.
He gradually developed his skillset and climbed the ranks, advancing to participate in state shoots.
“You just have to be seasoned, competitive and match fit,” he said.
“You have to shoot consistently and shoot well and not let any internal demons get into your head, which is easier said than done.
“This sport is 90% mental and 10% ability.
“It’s a mental game and if you’ve got that under control, you will do well.”
Joseph will represent Australia in the Open Men’s team in July.
He is one of three Queenslanders travelling to England to represent the country alongside Jessica Rob shooting in the women’s and Jack Brandt shooting in the juniors.
“I couldn’t have done it without my family’s support,” he said.
“Friends and family are my inspiration, they keep me going, and the love of the sport drives me.
“When I zip up the green and gold, I think that’s when it’s going to hit me, that will be a huge moment.”

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Joseph Rossato medalled at the 2024 National Trap Championships to qualify to represent Australia in England in July

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Friday March 15 saw the 2nd round of Trophy Bowls sponsored by Mio Farming with another great turnout of 56 bowlers.

Once again thanks goes to the ladies in the kitchen preparing another good smoko. Thanks also goes to our master chef Len Fenney for cooking the sausage sizzle.

Winners of the evening were L Yanis, Ray Panecassio and Tony Battaglia.

2nd Place to Raymond Tortorica, Jayson Farry,  Lloyd Shepherd and Brett Wilshere.

Winners of the losers were Peter Lejarraga, M Previtera and R James.

Next round of Trophy Bowls will be out shortly.

On Sunday March 17, the club welcomed Alligator Sports Club for a social game of bowls.

Two games of Rinks were played with Tony Bayliss, Jamie Woods, Leo Kenny and Norm Storrie the winners.

In the other game Ross McLaughlin, Joe Ypinazar, Peter Jorgensen and Doug Robbins had a narrow loss.

Two Championship Games were also being played out on the green on Sunday.

Game 1 A Grade Pairs winners were Chris and Gary Pearce over Vince Beitia and Allan Gairoch.

Game 2 was the B Grade single with Mick McClusky eventual winner over Kevin Ferguson.

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Caption 1: Ray Panecassio, L Yanis, Tony Battaglia and a Mio Farming Representative

Captain 2: Gary Pearce, Chris Pearce and Mick McCluskey

Photos supplied

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Wednesday night Barefoot bowls at Home Hill saw Paul and Judy defeat Nev and Ron 13 to 8 on Rink 4.

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Rink 5: Yogi, Lol and Sam defeated Tony, Merle and Joe 15 to 10.

Rink 6: Betty, Margaret and Torrie defeated Tasha, Carol and Trevor 17 to 9.

Rink 7: Conner, Gladys and Alex defeated Conner, Mark and Mick 17 to 8.

On Thursday, 20 players turned up at Rummeny Green on a very warm day.

The days winners were Jimmy Murray, Joe Linton and Wayne Newton.

Rinks 3 to 6 east to west were used again due to the clubhouse giving the most shade at the western side.

Rink 3: Jimmy Murray, Joe Linton and Wayne Newton proved too strong for Warren (Yogi) Bunn, Dave Ingold and Des Chapman 26 to 16.

Rink 4: Dino Poli, Judy Elton and Trevor Elton won comfortably over John Hall, Mick Murison and Henry Hazel 24 to 11.

Rink 5 saw the first of the pairs matches with Ray Menkens and Glen (Bones) Berryman winning on the 22nd end vs Paul Vass and Mick McClosky 20 to 19.

Rink 6: Jeff Taylor (Giru) and Hugh Montgomery held on to defeat Con Sexton (Giru) and Stephen Doig 20 points to 13.

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Contributed by Stephen Doig

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Caption 1: Thursday winners Jimmy Murray, Joe Linton and Wayne Newton

Caption 2: Wednesday winners Yogi, Sam and Lol

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Photos supplied

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A close season of competitive cricket came down to Saturday afternoon as Home Hill Cricket Association hosted its grand final between Guardian Pharmacy and Peto’s Marine.

Ladder leaders Guardian, who defeated Crowned Mongrels the previous week to secure their spot in the final, won the toss and elected to bowl while second placed Peto’s were coming off a bye.

The early wicket of Peto’s opener Brad Parravicini to Thomas Cardillo got the bowling side off to a great start before fellow opener Simon Vickers and number three Daniel Olditch dug in.

Back Cover Caption: Back Row L-R: JD Wilkins, Kent Batchelor, Matthew Gardner, Damien Ricketts, Thomas Cardillo, Sam Gillespie and Salvatore Cardillo. Front Row L-R: Andrew Cardillo, Lee Watts, Mark Coventry and Jamie Grabs. Photo credit: Tiffany Olditch

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Senior Cricket At Home Hill

An undefeated half century from Daniel Olditch led the way for Peto’s Marine to set the respectable total of 7/166 from 25 overs in their grand final showdown against Guardian Pharmacy.

Olditch made 50 runs not out from 46 balls and built partnerships with Darcy Walters (37 from 37) and Simon Vickers (25 from 27) to set up the innings.

Damien Ricketts led with the ball for Guardian taking 2/19 from three overs while Lee Watts took 1/4 from two overs, Thomas Cardillo took 1/7 from two overs, JD Wilkins took 1/18 from three overs and a runout, and Matthew Gardner took 1/22 from two overs.

Chasing a target of 167, Guardian openers Mark Coventry and Lee Watts got the run chase off to an excellent start, scoring 44 runs from 50 balls and 50 runs not out from 38 balls respectively.

Peto’s took a few quick middle order wickets to stay in the game before a partnership between JD Wilkins (18 not out from 15) and Andrew Cardillo (12 not out from 14) got the batting side over the line with two overs to spare, with Guardian finishing on 4/168 from 23 overs to claim victory.

Andrew Ballin claimed two of those wickets for Peto’s, finishing with figures of 2/10 from two overs while Brad Parravicini took 1/7 from two overs and Christopher Penna took 1/16 from two overs.

Home Hill Cricket Association President Alex Stillhard presented Guardian Pharmacy captain JD Wilkins with the shield at a presentation after the game, also recognising the following players for their efforts throughout the season:

   • Highest score - Mark Coventry (65 not out)

   • Most runs - Simon Vickers (248)

   • Best batting average - Hugh Smith (70.5)

   • Most wickets - Jay Leckenby / Simon Vickers / Matt Gardner (8)

   • Best bowling average - JD Wilkins (4.71)

   • Most Catches - Dan Olditch (9)

   • Player of the Season - Simon Vickers

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Caption 1: Daniel Olditch scored 50 runs not out from 46 balls for Peto’s Marina

Caption 2: Lee Watts scored 50 runs not out from 38 balls for Guardian Pharmacy

Photo credit: Tiffany Olditch

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There were blue skies finally last Friday at the Nutrien Ag Solutions Cricket Complex which allowed the Challenger Blasters and Junior Hardball cricket games to go ahead. The Challengers began with the whole group participating in some fun drills of running between wickets set up on the grass, then bowling the correct line and length in the nets. They were then split into two groups to play games of ‘Pairs Cricket’ on the fields.

The Junior Hardball game had a mixture of low scores in the batting, tight bowling from some and also far too many wides from some others. It is something we need to work on at training to get more consistency in the line and length of the bowling. Top scorer this game was Oscar Mahoney who scored 16 runs not out, which included the only four in the game. The next best was Tyler Schultz on 10 and was also unbeaten.

As previously mentioned, it was a mixed bag in the bowling. Tyler was also one of the best here, taking 2 wickets for 7 runs. Others to take 2 wickets were Xavier Cross, 2 for 14 and Harrison Smyth, 2 for 16.  William Chandler, Oliver Calligaro, Oscar Mahoney and Logan Pickup all took one each. The ‘Players of the Week’ award winners were Logan Pickup and Jacques Gardner who both played very well. We are now looking forward to this Friday for our last week of Junior Cricket for this season, our presentations will follow.

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Contributed by Scott Heidke

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Caption: Logan Pickup and Jacques Gardner. Photo supplied

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The glory days of surf sport will return at the Surf Life Saving Queensland Youth State Championships being held at Burleigh from March 21-24. This event will be action-packed with thousands of the next generation of surf sport superstars battling each other on the surf and sand in their quest for state glory.

More than 1,600 surf lifesaving youth sports competitors from all across Queensland, including six from the Ayr Surf Club, will compete in beach sprints, flags, board rescue, surf rescue, ironman and ironwoman events.

The Ayr competitors heading south are Mia Wicks, Milla Chapman, Emma Jones, Zachary Dale, Isla Chapman and Ryley Sartori and they're looking forward to being a part of the largest and most prestigious event for U11-U15 age categories, which has the finest talent in surf sports from across Queensland go head-to-head.

The event will be livestreamed on Surf Life Saving Queensland Facebook page for anyone wanting to catch some of the action. Good luck to our competitors!

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Contributed by Kellie Lawry

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Burdekin Roosters coach Steve Lansley was impressed after his team beat Townsville Brothers in an A Grade trial at Airlie Beach last Saturday night.

“Brothers sent down a pretty strong side with only a couple of players missing and were confident of taking the match,” Lansley said.

In the end, the Roosters came away with a two-point victory 28-26 after conceding a try late in the match when one man down with Dom Augostis in the bin.

The Roosters crossed for five tries with Dylan Doak converting four of them and hitting the upright with his first attempt.

Lansley said Doak and Joel Mason combined very well again in the halves until he changed his team around putting Doak at fullback with Jones Munro moving to the wing replacing Terry Connors who went onto the halves.

The coach added that combination was also successful.

“I thought Cowboy Jeremiah Matuatu and Blackhawk Christian Gale dominated up front with both making plenty of ground given good ball by hooker Nemia Nawave,” Lansley said.

Nemia has been playing  on the wing  but has played plenty of games as hooker in Fiji.

In this match besides setting up his big forwards Nemia also defended well whilst bamboozling the defence to score two tries.

“I liked the way Nemia combined with lock Kali Nauque and together they are lethal,” Lansley said.

The coach added he was very impressed with the defence from Hayden Lammon who never took a backward step backed up by Tate Brombal who made many metres in attack.

Ethan Hagarty played in the centres and even though he had a good one he much prefers the forwards.

Terry Connors, Ethan Hagarty and Tate Brombal scored a try each with Nemia Nawave scoring two and Dylan Doak kicking four goals.

The club will have their first fixture match in the RLTD on Sunday April 7 when they meet Western Lions in Townsville.

Reserve Grade To Compete For Lona Kaifoto Brown Trophy

The Burdekin Roosters reserve grade team will have a hit out this Friday, March 22 at Rugby Park when they take on the Bowen Seagulls with the winner to receive the Lona Kaifoto Brown trophy.

Lona was a prominent player for the Roosters starring in the 2015 premiership team where the Roosters beat Herbert River in the A grade final.

From there, he went on to play several games for the Townsville Blackhawks before deciding to play for the local Roosters again.

Unfortunately, Lona was involved in a serious road accident which left him fighting for his life in the Townsville Hospital.

He recovered but was told playing football was definitely out of the question, that decision ruling him out of again playing for the Roosters.

Being as tough as he was, Lona helped coach the Bowen Seagulls reserve grade team which had been admitted into the TDRL.

For the past two years he has had that role as well as helping his brother in law Tyson Stocker coach the team.

This Friday night at 7:30 the Roosters will host the Bowen team for the inaugural trophy.

Entry will be by way of a gold coin with doubles on sale, the bar open and the canteen with spaghetti and sausages for sale.

Roosters coach Chris Perry will be giving a number of boys a run with the team captained by John Zaro and Zac Campbell.

Perry said Rhett Williams missed last week’s trial with a bucks party while Riley McCloskey and  Riley Horan are back from injury.

He said Jared Thorley is ready after work commitments and he would like to see Dominic Arrate put on the after burners as he did at touch last week scoring five tries.

New player from Sarina Masi Ketchell Mills stood out against Magpies as did Caleb Noah and he wants to see them fire as with Dom Augostis, Beau Crowdey, Sem Tom and Tala Pepa.

Brodie Horan has trained well and Mark Cervoni will be a big help to the younger players.

Steven and Antonio are two of the Fijians who have not gone home and they can be dangerous around the rucks.

Perry said the boys would not only like to take home the first trophy but also cement a spot in the team for the first club match with Western Lions on their ground  on Sunday April seven.

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Contributed by Brian Carnes

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Burdekin Clay Target Club had a very successful 2 Day Shoot on Saturday March 9 and Sunday March 10. 73 shooters attended, travelling from Atherton, Silkwood, Townsville, Bowen, Mackay, Sarina and Charter Towers to compete over the weekend. The weather wasn’t looking the best leading up to the weekend but at least the heavy rain held off for us, with only scattered showers at times. The cloud cover and wind made conditions very challenging with visibility tough while the targets danced a jig but that didn’t stop the fantastic results in all grades. Thanks goes out to our sponsors for their continued support- B & M Drilling, QMN, John & Gina Calligaro, CVS Mechanical, Russo & Vella, AGnVET, Lui & Inez Populin, NQ Hardfacing & Kirknie Station. Also a huge thank you to all the club members and volunteers that helped make the weekend such a success. Our next shoot will be our Come & Try day on Saturday March 23 – come along for something different to try. For more details, visit our Facebook page.

Event 1-25 Target Pointscore 15m

AA Grade 1st Christopher Santarossa 73/75, 2nd Lindsay Groat & Ray Collinson 72/75,

A Grade 1st  Joe (Snr) Sebastiani 74/75, 2nd Peter Threlfall 72/75, 3rd Jason Sapuppo, Colin Ferguson & Ben Beazley 71/75

B Grade 1st Michelle Russell 71/75, 2nd Stephen Jones 68/75, 3rd Santo Greco 67/75

C Grade 1st Richard Stanhope 72/75, 2nd Kellie Rea 71/75, 3rd Jason Yarrow 69/75

Event 2-30 Target Medley 15m Sponsored by B & M Drilling

OPEN 1st Christopher Santarossa 50/50

AA Grade 1st Lindsay Groat 49/50, 2nd Bruce Murphy 48/50

A Grade 1st Wayne Cislowski 73/75, 2nd Colin Ferguson 71/75

B Grade 1st Santo Greco 48/50, 2nd John Kinnomonth 67/75

C Grade 1st Tim Ewnes 43/50, 2nd Peter Neubecker 66/75

Event 3-25 Target Single Barrel 15m Sponsored by QMN & John & Gina Calligaro

OPEN 1ST Joe (jnr) Sebastiani 25/25

AA Grade 1st Bruce Murphy 28/29, 2nd Joe Caruso 27/29

A Grade 1st Brad Farry 23/25, 2nd Ben Beazley 44/48

B Grade 1st Mick Populin 25/28, 2nd Sylvia Rossato24/28

C Grade 1st Brian Bonanno 29/33, 2nd Karl Perna 28/33

Event 4-30 Target Double Barrel 15m Sponsored by CVS Mechanical

OPEN 1ST Brad Farry 100/100

AA Grade 1st Max Nicolaides 99/100, 2nd Wayne Benson 76/77

A Grade 1st Joe (Snr) Sebastiani 40/41, 2nd Col Edgerton 31/32

B Brade 1st Santo Greco 99/100, 2nd Andrew Bergin 32/33

C Grade 1st Brian Bonanno 28/30, 2nd Alf Gangemi 35/39

Event 5-30 Target Double Barrel Continental 15m Sponsored by Russo & Vella & AGnVET

OPEN 1ST Christopher Santarossa 73/73

AA Grade 1st Ron Gough 72/73, 2nd Ray Collinson 40/41

A Grade 1st Brad Farry 39/40, 2nd Benji Micallef 36/37

B Grade 1st Mark Fiamingo 41/42, 2nd Rob Draper 30/31

C Grade 1st Karl Perna 29/30, 2nd Peter Scott 27/31

Event 6-30 Target Pointscore 15m Sponsored by Lui & Inez Populin

OPEN 1ST Rob Draper 95/96

AA Grade 1st Greg Maltby 97/99, 2nd Wayne Benson 94/99

A Grade 1st Wayne Cislowski 94/96, 2nd Col Edgerton 92/96

B Grade 1st Sylvia Rossato 83/90, 2nd Andrew Bergin 82/90

C Grade 1st Peter Delle Baite 86/93, 2nd Kellie Rea 83/93

Event 7-25 Target Double Barrel Handicap Sponsored By NQ Hardfacing

OPEN 1ST Mick Populin 25/25

2nd Karl Perna 51/52

3rd Benji Micallef 50/52

4th Santo Greco 37/39

5th Ron Gough 34/36

HIGHGUN WINNERS-Sponsored by Kirknie Station

OPEN 1ST Ray Collinson 309/325

AA Grade 1st Ron Gough 320/325

A Grade 1st Benji Micallef 304/325

B Grade 1st Santo Greco 294/325

C Grade 1st Kellie Rea 282/325

LADIES 1ST Annette Vassalini 288/325

VETERAN 1ST Lindsay Groat 307/325

JUNIOR 1ST Jarrod Coleman

Contributed by Sylvia Rossato

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Caption 1: Back Row L-R: Wayne Cislowski, Christopher Santarossa, Lindsay Groat, Santo Greco, Tim Ewens. Front Row L-R: Bruce Murphy, Collin Ferguson, John Kinnomonth, Peter Neubecker

Caption 2: Back Row L-R: Joe (Jnr) Sebastiani, Bruce Murphy, Brad Farry, Mick Populin, Brian Bonanno. Front Row L-R: John Calligaro, Joe Caruso, Ben Beazley, Sylvia Rossato, Karl Perna

Caption 3: Back Row L-R: Brad Farry, Joe (Snr) Sebastiani, Santo Greco, Brian Bonanno. Front Row L-R: Wayne Benson, Col Edgerton, Andrew Bergin, Alf Gangemi

Caption 4: Back Row L-R: Christopher Santarossa, Ron Gough, Brad Farry, Mark Fiamigo, Karl Perna. Front Row L-R: Ray Collinson, Benji Micallef, Rob Draper, Peter Scott

Caption 5: Back Row L-R: Wayne Benson, Greg Maltby, Wayne Cislowski, Sylvia Rossato, Peter Delle Baite. Front Row L-R: Col Edgerton, Lui Populin, Rob Draper, Andrew Bergin, Kellie Rea

Caption 6: L-R Karl Perna, Benji Micallef, Mick Populin, Santo Greco, Ron Gough

Caption 7: Back Row L-R: Ron Gough, Glen Rea Jarrod Colman. Front Row L-R: Benji Micallef, Santo Greco, Ray Collinson, Kellie Rea, Annette Vassalini, Lindsay Groat

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Social Tuesday March 5: Katarina Stuckler, Karen Page and Mary Poli defeated Raylene Hervey, Beryl Cornford and Pam Power. Isabel Cislowski and Irene Wilson defeated Heather Jorgensen and Sandra Stidston.

Competition Results Thursday March 7 Open Rinks: Ruth Moore, Isabel Cislowski, Joy Comollatti and Irene Wilson defeated Katarina Stuckler, Elaine Young, Heather Jorgensen and Mary Poli.

Competition for Thursday March 14 Open Rinks: Team 1 Sandra Stidston plays Team 3 Mary Poli. Team 2 Pam Power plays Team 4 Irene Wilson.

The Ayr Ladies President Day is being held on Tuesday April 9. All Ladies bowlers are welcome.

Wednesday March 6: Winners were Joe Papale and Col Essex who defeated Alan Jones and Chris Berkery.

Saturday March 9 sponsored by Mahjong Ladies: Winners were Desley Olsen, George Nixon and Ron Soper who defeated John Pirrone, Beryl Cornford and Thelma Klopper.

Runners up were Paul Vass, Alan Jones and Mick Olsen who defeated Katharina Stuckler, Barry Hewson and Henry Hazle.

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Contributed by Michael Parravicini

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On Wednesday March 5, eight ladies played rinks with a very interesting and competitive game.

Margaret Chapman, Darelle Pearce, Ann Newton and Bernice Kugatiff defeated Helen Collins Colleen Olsen and Joy Woods.

Don’t forget names into Joy Woods by 1:00pm for 1:30pm start.

Friday March 8 evening, 13 bowlers played a mixture of triples and rinks.

Winning teams were Lloyd Shepherd, Norm Storrie, Joy Woods and Jamie Woods and in the other game David Bycroct, Ross McLaughlin and Ray Panecassio.

Sunday March 10 Competition A/B grade pairs: Trevor Elton and Hugh Montgomery defeated Doug Kiehne and Leo Kenny in very tight game.

18 bowlers played triples in social bowls and the winners in the 3 games were: Norm Storrie, Henry Hazel and Allan Garioch; Judy Elton, Neville Dickinson and Michael Paravacini; Higgy, Lyn Storrie and Peter Jorgensen

Trophy Night is coming up on Friday March 15, proudly sponsored by Meo Farming.

If you haven’t got your teams in, please do so to Gary Pearce ASAP.

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Contributed by Lloyd Shepherd

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Caption: Trevor Elton won Competition A/B grade pairs alongside Hugh Montgomery (absent). Photo supplied

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Thursday March 7 saw 23 players front up to do battle on Rummeny Green.

Four rinks were used on the east to west side.

Rink 5: Jimmy and Glen prevailed over Judy and Des 23 to 21 and 11 ends to 10.

Rink 6: Mick M, Dino and Stephen had a big win over John, Dave and Hugh 19 to 8 and 14 ends to 4 ends and were the day’s winners.

Rink 7: Mick O, Bob and Joe were too strong for Yogi, Alex and Wayne to the tune of 22 to 13 and 13 ends to 7.

Rink 8: Paul, Jeff and Henry were also convincing winners over Karl/Terry, Con and Trevor 18 to 14 and 12 ends to 6.

The weather has been perfect so hope to see you all next week.  

Don't forget Tuesday Trimmers, Wednesday Kraft group, Wednesday night barefoot bowls, Thursday arvos for bowls and Thursday morning it's bingo.

Come along and join your club.

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Supplied by Steve Doig

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Caption: Thursday afternoon winners were Stephen, Dino and Mick M

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The North Queensland Swimming Championships were held in Mackay on March 2 and 3 at the Mackay Aquatic Centre. The Burdekin Torpedoes took a total of five swimmers, with coaches Kim and Mick McConnachie there to guide them once again through the meet. The Championships were opened with a themed march pass around the pool of all the Clubs participating in the meet. The Burdekin Torpedoes looked very relaxed in their 'Cruisin' Torpedoes' outfits and demonstrated their pride in the Burdekin with some loud chants. When the racing begun there were some outstanding swims with many of our swimmers achieving personal best times yet again and medalling in their age group.

Results:

Millie Lyne (13yo Women) - 1st 100m Breaststroke, 2nd 50m Breaststroke, 2nd 50m Butterfly, 2nd 100m Freestyle, 3rd 50m Backstroke, 3rd 100m Backstroke

Gabriella Mottin (12yo Women) - 2nd 50m Butterfly, 3rd 100m Freestyle, 3rd 50m Freestyle

Maddison Searle (9yo Women) - 2nd 50mFreestyle, 3rd 100m Freestyle.

On the weekend, Millie Lyne and her coaches, Kim and Mick McConnachie yet again travelled, but to Townsville this time to compete in the Townsville Lightning Swim Club meet. Millie put in some fantastic swims to PB in two of her swims, the 50m Butterfly and 100m Breaststroke.

Her results for the meet: 1st 50m Freestyle, 1st 50m Breaststroke, 2nd 100m Breaststroke, 2nd 50m Butterfly, 2nd 50m Backstroke.

Millie and her coaches will now travel to the Gold Coast to compete in the National Age Championships and represent the Burdekin Torpedoes in the 50m Breaststroke (14yo Women) on Wednesday April 10.

Go the Torpedoes.

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Contributed by Kate Lyne

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Caption 1: Millie Lyne 1st 100m Breaststroke North QLD championship 

Caption 2: Cruisin Torpedoes- Kim McConnachie, Gabriella Mottin, Arabella Sangiuliano, Brielle Sangiuliano, Millie Lyne, Mick McConnachie, Ellanah Searle, Maddison Searle.

Caption 3: Arabella Sangiuliano and Gabriella Mottin

Caption 4: Kim, Ellanah, Maddison, Gabriella, Arabella, Mick and Millie

Caption 5: Kim, Millie and Mick in Townsville

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Photos supplied

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Junior players from Ingham to Mackay travelled to Ayr from March 2 to kick off the first Junior Development Series tournament of 2024.

An amazing weekend was had by all with lots of tennis, lots of food and lots of slushies.

Day 1 started off early with the opening ceremony and a ground warm up on court which the players all loved.

Lots of tennis was played Saturday and final matches wrapped up early in the evening.

Day 2 started off early as well with last matches finishing about 2:15pm.

“As a club we are super proud and happy with the weekend,” said coach Patrea Bojack.

“Last year we had about 40 juniors play and this year we had 75 juniors play over the weekend!”

Ayr Tennis had 12 players representing the club from Delta Tennis with two player taking home trophies in the Orange ball division.

“We would like to thank Home Hill Tennis Association for hosting our division 5 players yesterday,” Ms Bojack said.

“Also, a massive thank you to the Pioneer Tennis players and Charters Towers players for coming all the way to Ayr to play, as well as all other players who travelled from near and far, and also Lefty for running the tournament.

“Finally, a massive thank you to all our committee members and volunteers over the weekend!

“We couldn’t have done this without you.”

Ayr Tennis Association has its AGM on Thursday March 14 at 6pm – all welcome to attend.  

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Caption: Junior tennis players from across north Queensland took part in Ayr Tennis Association’s recent Junior Development Series tournament. Photos supplied

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