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BURDEKIN CLAY TARGET CLUB TO HOST NOVICE DAY THIS SATURDAY

BURDEKIN CLAY TARGET CLUB TO HOST NOVICE DAY THIS SATURDAY

The Burdekin Clay Target Club is opening its doors to beginners this Saturday, May 30, for an action-packed Novice Day designed specifically for first-timers. Starting at 9:00 AM, the community event offers a safe, welcoming introduction to the sport of clay target shooting, with absolutely no firearm licence required to participate. Attendees can assemble a team of five for some friendly competition, or show up solo to be placed into a group on the day. Every participant will get the chance to shoot 35 targets across the event, and trophies will be awarded to the top seven teams. The club provides all necessary supervision and guidance, making it an ideal opportunity for local residents curious about the sport to safely test their aim. Existing firearm licence holders are requested to bring their licences along. The event will take place at the Burdekin Clay Target Club Grounds, located at 1528 Ayr Dalbeg Road, Mount Kelly. Gates open at 9:00 AM, and all community members looking for a unique weekend activity are encouraged to attend.

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Burdekin Touch Football Junior Girls Shine

Burdekin Touch Football Junior Girls Shine

The U12 school girls recently represented the Burdekin at the NQ Touch Football trials carnival in Airlie Beach. Playing five games over two days the girls competed against Whitsunday, Herbert River, Charters Towers and Townsville with a mixed bag of a win, a draw and some very narrow losses. Drawing on their experience from the Junior State Cup, the girls' skills were on show with strong sliding defence, excellent rucking and some creative line attack. Following the round games two Burdekin players, Taylor Chapman and Bethana Rattler were named in the possibles and probables resulting in Taylor's selection in the NQ U12 team. Taylor was also awarded the Heather Desbois medal for the Burdekin's Best and Fairest. "All 12 girls should feel proud of the way they represented the Burdekin. They are a team on the rise, showing huge improvements," said team Manager Petrina Wellington. CAPTION: Taylor Chapman was awarded the Heather Desbois medal for the Burdekin's Best and Fairest. Photo supplied

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MEMBERS GATHER TO SAY FAREWELL TO RESIDENT CARETAKER

MEMBERS GATHER TO SAY FAREWELL TO RESIDENT CARETAKER

On Saturday 16 May 2026, around 50 Home Hill Bowls Club members and visitors gathered to farewell resident caretaker Warren Bunn, known as “Yougi”. Yougi has been caretaker for approximately 30 months, commencing 15 November 2023. At that time, he had played only one game of bowls in the Burdekin, but living alongside the green quickly saw him develop into a capable player. By 2024, he was selected to represent the club in NQ Pennants. Now approaching 83, Yougi is relocating to Brisbane to be closer to family and will live with his youngest daughter. The club extends its best wishes and hopes he finds a new bowling club to join. On the day, five rinks of triples were played. The overall winners on margins were Alex Bojack, Jo Roser and Bob Young. Wednesday night featured a mix of social lawn bowls and the Home Hill Hot Shots darts club. The evening remains popular for its relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Hot Shots advise that Darts of Origin begins 27 May 2026, followed by the first of three Origin raffles at Friday night 8 Ball. All community members are welcome. Bowls names in by 5.30pm for a 6.00pm start (Ph 0468 313 115). Darts start 6.00pm (Ph Scott 0480 208 335). Thursday afternoon club bowls hosted four games of triples and two pairs matches, marking the start of the club pairs championships. Visiting bowlers were welcomed from Jarvis Bay (NSW), Bathurst, and Elliott Heads. Pairs results: Rink 2 saw Bruce McCallum and Janet Arthur defeated by Scott Taylor and Paul Vass in a close match. Rink 4 went to Mick McClusker and Alex Bojack over Phil Marsden and Bob Pickard. Rink 3 saw Trevor Elton’s team defeat Geoff Taylor’s side by a solid margin. Rink 5 went to Joe Linton, Des Chapman and Warren Bunn. Rink 6 was won by Gary Nosworthy’s team. Rink 7 saw Hugh Montgomery’s team defeat Keith Roser and John Hobson’s side. The club congratulates all winners and participants. Raffle results: John Hobson won the breakfast tray, and Maureen Marsden won the bottle of wine. Weekly activities: Monday 9am Gentle Exercise, Tuesday 9am Trimmers, Wednesday 9am Craft Group, Thursday 9am Bingo (Eyes Down 9.30am). Contributed with thanks to Bob Pickard CAPTION: around 50 Home Hill Bowls Club members and visitors gathered to farewell resident caretaker Warren Bunn, known as “Yougi”. Supplied

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ROOSTERS GRIT IT OUT ON THE ROAD DESPITE INJURY CRISIS AND CLOSE FINISHES

ROOSTERS GRIT IT OUT ON THE ROAD DESPITE INJURY CRISIS AND CLOSE FINISHES

The Burdekin Roosters were on the road again last weekend, travelling to Charters Towers on Saturday with A Grade and Reserve Grade, and then to Bushland Beach on Sunday for the Under 19s. In their wisdom, the BLTD has created a separate draw for Under 19s, meaning clubs are being split up, as was the case with the Roosters last weekend. Charters Towers are always hard to beat on their home ground, and it was no exception, with the Roosters getting up in the dying stages to beat the Miners. A Grade coach Steve Lansley was a happy man after the match, saying his players showed plenty of character in coming from behind to beat the Miners in front of a huge crowd during Ladies Day. Lansley said the Burdekin Roosters produced another gritty come-from-behind performance to defeat the Towers Miners 28–20, overcoming a frustrating night of errors and missed opportunities. Dropped balls at crucial stages repeatedly handed the Miners valuable field position and piled pressure on the Roosters’ defence, making the task tougher than it needed to be. Despite the setbacks, the Roosters refused to panic and worked their way back through tough carries and relentless middle-third effort. The forwards laid the platform in the second half, dominating the physical battle and swinging momentum back in Burdekin’s favour. Best for the Roosters were Jye Olsen, Nemia Nawave and Lachlan Shepherd, all playing key roles in the hard-fought win. Jye was awarded Players’ Player. For the Roosters, Malik Ogameni, Terry Connors, Nash Beck, Lach Bachbach and Nemia Nawave scored tries, with Jye Olsen kicking four goals. In other A Grade results, Brothers beat Centrals 28–12, Souths beat Norths 42–18, and Western Lions upset Herbert River 30–18. Lack of numbers did not help the Roosters Reserve Grade, going down 20–12 to a full-strength Miners side. Coach Peter Horan said he travelled with only three on the bench, compared to the home side’s six, and “that makes a difference”. He estimated around 12 players were unavailable through injury. Harvey Horan was again a standout, with Jahi Starr, Luca Lago and Bokeem Moore Reid also strong performers. Ron Geia and Dylan Doak also contributed well. For the Roosters, Jahi Starr and Ron Geia scored tries, with Dylan Doak kicking two goals. In other Reserve Grade matches, Centrals beat Brothers 18–10, Souths defeated Norths 38–12, and Western Lions beat Herbert River 19–16. On Sunday, the Under 19s had a tough match against Norths at Bushy Beach, going down 18–14 in a topsy-turvy contest. Roosters coach Alf Cantarella said it was a difficult game, with only two on the bench and no bench left after injuries. The Roosters dug in but were overrun in the final 30 seconds. Jacob Drain captained the side well, with Chad Fraser named Man of the Match. “We were really down on players and didn’t get the two points,” Cantarella said. The Roosters also spent time down to 12 men after a send-off, with Norths scoring twice during that period. Jack Power, Callum Taiters and Romeo scored tries, with Chad Fraser adding a goal. In other Under 19 results, Brothers beat Centrals 24–4 and Herbert River defeated Western Lions 58–0. In the women’s competition, Western Lions defeated Charters Towers 62–0, Centrals beat Brothers 20–8, and Souths defeated Norths 56–4. This week, the RLTD has a rest round for all teams except Burdekin and Herbert River Under 19, who meet at Bendigo Park in Ayr on Friday night from 6.30pm in a delayed fixture. Fixtures resume Saturday 6 June in Ingham across three grades. Contributed with thanks to Brian Carnes

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Canefield Ashes 2024 Draw

April 11, 2024

FRIDAY APRIL 12
3:00pm
FIXTURE
FIELD

Shouldawornabox v Average Joes
4

SATURDAY APRIL 13
SESSION 1 (7:45AM – 10:15AM)
FIXTURE
FIELD

Bumbo's XI v Sugar Daddies
1
Bowen Bears v Wackers
2
Thirsty Rhinos v Bowen Chargers
3
WWW v Nomads
4
Honeycombes J.D. v Malpass Mongrels
5
Ball Burners v Cane Blisters
6
Shouldawornabox v Dirty Diggers
7
Home Hill Bandits v Average Joes
8
Castlemaine Kings v Clout and Out  
9
Lager Louts v Buldgers XI
10

SESSION 2 (10:15AM – 12:45PM)
FIXTURE
FIELD

Bendovers v The Boys
1
Evolution v Victorious Secret
2
Norths Fathers & Sons v Worm Burners
3
Desert Wackers v Horny Bulls
4
Zookickers v Sledgers XI
5
Falcons v Canefield Slashers
6
On The Pull v Politically Incorrect
7
Moore's Marauders v Border's XI
8
Kelsey Creek Dump Chooks v MVM
9
Enforcers v Shaggers XI
10

SESSION 3 (12:45AM – 3:15PM)
FIXTURE
FIELD

Castlemaine Kings v Malpass Mongrels
1
WWW v Lager Louts
2
Bumbo's XI v Bowen Bears
3
Flexi-Queensland v Invitational XI
4
Bowen Chargers v Clout and Out
5
Nomads v Buldgers XI
6
Ball Burners v Home Hill Bandits  
7
Cane Blisters v Dirty Diggers
8
Sugar Daddies v Wackers
9
Thirsty Rhinos v Honeycombes J.D.
10

SESSION 4 (3:15PM – 5:45PM)
FIXTURE
FIELD

Evolution v MVM
1
Bendovers v Kelsey Creek Dump Chooks
2
Canefield Slashers v Shaggers XI
3
On The Pull v Moore's Marauders
4
Worm Burners v Horny Bulls
5
Politically Incorrect v Border's XI
6
Sledgers XI v Enforcers
7
Zookickers v Falcons
8
The Boys v Victorious Secret  
9
Norths Fathers & Sons v Desert Wackers
10

SUNDAY APRIL 14
SESSION 5 (9:00AM – 11:30AM)
FIXTURE
FIELD

Bowen Bears v Victorious Secret
1
Bumbo's XI v The Boys
2
Clout And Out v Honeycombes J.D.
3
Zookickers v Enforcers
4
Thirsty Rhinos v Norths Fathers & Sons
5
Lager Louts v Shaggers XI
6
Cane Blisters v Moore's Marauders
7
Ball Burners v On the Pull
8
(8:30AM – 11:00AM At The Schools Only)
Malpass Mongrels v Worm Burners
9
WWW v Canefield Slashers
10

SESSION 6 (11:30AM – 2:00PM)
FIXTURE
FIELD

Wackers v Kelsey Creek Dump Chooks  
1
Sugar Daddies v MVM
2
Bendovers v Evolution
3
Buldgers XI v Falcons
4
Castlemaine Kings v Desert Wackers
5
Dirty Diggers v Home Hill Bandits
6
Average Joes v Border's XI
7
Shouldawornabox v Politically Incorrect
8
(11:00am – 1:30pm At The Schools Only)
Bowen Chargers v Horny Bulls
9
Nomads v Sledgers XI
10

SESSION 7 – FINALS (2:00PM – 4:30PM)
FIXTURE
FIELD

A Grade Final
1
B Grade Final
2
C Grade Final
3
Social Grade Final
4

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Past Winners

April 11, 2024

Year
A
B
C
Social
Juniors

2005
Horny Bulls
Violaters
 
 
 
2006
Honeycombes Auto
Bendovers
Firies
 
2007
Honeycombes Auto
Horny Bulls
 Fellowship
High Voltage

2008
Sibby's Slashers
Castlemain Kings
Wackers
Clare

2009
A Fish called Wanda
Fellowship 
Wackers
High Voltage

2010
A Fish called Wanda
Shaggers 11
 Enforcers
War Machine

2011
A Fish called Wanda
Home Hill Rhinos
Nomads
Honeycombes J.D.
Bulls

2012
A Fish called Wanda
Sibby's Slashers
Castlemain Kings
Malpass Mongrels
Bulls

2013
Horny Bulls
Wackers
Malpass Mongrels
What Women Want
Kalamia

2014
Horny Bulls
Bloody Huge
Honeycombes J.D.
Thirsty Rhinos
Gun&Moore

2015
Horny Bulls
Home Hill Rhinos
Clout and Out
What Women Want
Fiat

2016
Bumbo's XI
Sugar Daddies
Scared Shotless
MMM
Massey Ferguson

2017
Bumbo's XI
Sons of Pitches
MMM
Cane Blisters
Kookaburra

2018
Norths Cricket Club
Victorious Secret
Norths Fathers & Sons
Canefield Slashers
Bats on Fire

2019
Norths Cricket Club
Evolution
Castlemain Kings
Sledgers
Middle Stumpers
2020

2021
Evolution
MMM
Falcons
Zookickers
Harvesters

2022
Bendovers
Bowen Bears
Desert Wackers
Moore's Marauders
 
2023
The Boys
Sugar Daddies
Thristy Rhinos
Enforcers
 

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Shane Muspratt Cup Celebrates 10th Anniversary

April 11, 2024

The annual U12s Junior Rugby League Carnival, the Shane Muspratt Cup, returned to Rugby Park in Ayr on Friday, April 5 and Saturday, April 6.
Hosted by Burdekin Roosters Junior Rugby League Club, the carnival celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2024, bringing together over 500 players across 28 teams to play over the two days.
Teams from as far as Cairns, Atherton, Townsville, Mackay and Charters Towers travelled to the Burdekin for the tournament, attracting hundreds of families to the region for a two day festival of junior footy.

The Burdekin Roosters U12 players with North Queensland Cowboys Robert Derby (left) and Ray Thompson (right). Photo credit: Sam Gillespie

Shane Muspratt Cup

Photo credit: Sam Gillespie

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Home Hill Golf Open Results

April 11, 2024

The Home Hill Golf Club hosted its annual NQIB Home Hill Open on Sunday, April 7 with a field of 80 players participating in the Men’s Open and 78 in the Women’s.
The winner of the Men’s Open was Elio Di Bella while Townsville Golf Club’s Chloe Armstrong took out the Women’s title.

Men’s Results
A Grade Gross winner Elio Di Bella. R/up Josh Searle.
A Grade Nett winner Brendan Walsh. R/up Marcus Yasso
A1 Gross winner Dave Harding. R/up Greg Fuller
A1 Nett winner Tim Branch. R/up Murray Cannavan
B Grade Gross winner Grahame Jones. R/up Doug McCubben
B Grade Nett winner Carlo Manno. R/up Leny Heron
C Grade Gross winner Kieren Dawes. R/up Kiel Hearn
C Grade Nett winner Zachary Bourke. R/up Gary Spelta

Women’s Results
A Grade Gross winner Chloe Armstrong. R/up Hayley Jenkins.
A Grade Nett winner Sue Allsop. R/up Renata Armstrong
B1 Gross winner Cassandra Mathews. R/up Jenny Wilson
B1 Nett winner Carol Rosenberg. R/up Theresa Spence
B2 Gross winner Evelyn Alderman. R/up Geraldine Cockburn.
B2 Nett winner Angie Baxter. R/up Jane Flynn.
C Grade Stableford. 1st Judy Hughes, 2nd Christine Chapman, 3rd Katrina Hearn, 4th Julie Devery.

NQIB Home Hill Open Women’s winners
Men’s winner Elio Di Bella (left)
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Brandon Bowls

April 11, 2024

Wednesday April 24 was a mixed bowls day with 12 bowlers attending with the winners being Bev Garioch, Vanda Ballao and Darelle Pearce and Bev Garioch, Colleen Olsen and Alan Garioch.
Ladies Sunday bowls is mixed day for you all to join in.
Friday April 5 saw the last night final of B grade pairs played out between Peter Lejarraga and Lloyd Shepherd v Glen Woodford and Tony Battaglia. Peter and Lloyd held lead from start to finish however on the start of last end scores were almost even, but the combination of Shepherd and Lejarraga was too strong in the finish.
Social Bowls April 5 had 18 players playing in very humid conditions with the green in tip top condition. The winners on the night were James Thomason, Norm Storrie and Gary Pearce.
Jackpot didn’t go off.
Sunday April 7 Championship events:
A Grade Singles: Doug Robins def Rob Garner; Tony Bayliss def Doug Kiehne; Glen Woodford def Kev Collins.
B Grade Singles: Lloyd Shepherd def Gary Nosworthy; Peter Lejarraga def Damien Morello
Thanks to all the markers who helped out during the morning and afternoon. For those players playing championship events, please communicate with Kev Collins with your intentions.
Jackpot was won by Glen Woodford.
No results given for Social however we had good roll up of 16 players all struggling in the hot conditions.
On Friday April 12, it’s on again with Trophy night proudly sponsored by North Queensland Green Solutions. $12 per player inclusive of sausage sizzle beforehand and smoko at the end of the evening. Get your names in with Gary Pearce ASAP.
Thursday April 25 Anzac RLA Finance Mixed Triples - get your names in ASAP or on the day by 12:30 for 1:30pm start.
Bowls approved attire required and affiliated members only.
Members please bring plate for smoko afterwards please.

Contributed by Lloyd Shepherd

Tony Bayliss, Peter Lejarraga, Glen Woodford, Lloyd Shepherd and Doug Robins

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Football Matters with Cyclops

April 11, 2024

Local

Senior and Youth fixtures recommence this weekend. On Friday, Burdekin Panthers Division 1 team is away to Estates at 6:30. On Saturday, Youth Home Games will take place at Honeycombes Park field 1 and International Park field 2. The Under 14/15 vs Warriors at 9:30am and the Under 13s vs Saints at 10:00am.

On Sunday at International Park, the Panthers have three games against Saints Eagles Souths, starting with the Under 23s at 2:00 pm followed by the Women at 4:00 and finally the Premiers at 6:00pm.

Save the Date! The Clash of Clubs returns this year on October 5 and 6, and the Panthers Ladies Day Date and theme will be announced shortly. Burdekin FC are celebrating Female Football Week, between May 6 and 11. And Sponsors Day will take place on August 3. Finally, the one you have all been waiting for, Night Soccer will kick off on Tuesday September 3.

Last Saturday, Burdekin Panthers played Brothers in the fourth round of the Kappa Cup in Townsville. Against probably the top Townsville team the Panthers played well but lost 1-2.

Burdekin started the game well with Jay Leckenby contentiously being denied a penalty in the first 10 minutes. Both teams were playing a possession-based style of football, with neither team wanting to press too hard. After a lengthy period of sustained possession Brothers scored after a goal mouth scramble to make it 1-0 at half time. The Panthers came out for the second looking to be the better side and Matthew Kolb equalised from an Elliott Dal Santo through ball.  However, Brothers soon regained the lead and although Burdekin pushed forward until the end, creating a few chances to equalise, they couldn’t put the ball in the back of the net. Panthers’ goalkeeper Jarrod Camer had a very good game.

Training at International Park is on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:30 pm for men and Wednesdays at 6:00 pm for women. New to town? Come down to training and have a run.

Masters

Monday Night Masters had a good turn out and featured a ManU and Liverpool duel. ManU ran out winners 4-2 after leading 2-1 at half time. Player of the Match was Fengil Kanjoothara.  Old and New players welcome, usual time, usual place, 6:30pm at International Park. Treat it as an escape…

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Home Hill Bowls Report

April 11, 2024

Thursday afternoon saw 26 players turn up for the weekly social game.
The teams are drawn at random from the hat.
RINK 2: Yogi, Stephen and Bones were too strong for Clinton,  Dino/Bob and Henry winning 22 to 9.
RINK 3: Terry, Des and Mick P won quite easily over Ray, David and Wayne 26 to 11.
RINK 6: Jeff, Lloyd and Mick M in a close game over Karl/Jimmy, Paul and Gary 19 to 18.
RINK 7: Rino, Mick O and Hugh outlasted Judy, John and Trevor 15 to 13.
Tuesday Trimmers is still going well as is Wednesday morning Kraft group and Wednesday night barefoot bowls and Thursday morning BINGO still getting a good crowd.
Thursday afternoon bowls with the cooler weather seems to be getting a good turn up and with the travelling season arriving shortly we should see good numbers.  
Good bowling till next week.

Contributed by Stephen Doig

Thursday afternoon bowls winners were Stephen Doig, Warren (Yogi) Bunn and Glen (Bones) Berriman. Photo supplied

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Lower Burdekin Table Bowls Results

April 11, 2024

Lower Burdekin Table Bowls held a great day thanks to sponsors Dowson Family and the Ayr Hotel.  Grand Final was played between Mick Parison and Darren Oats v Jesse Williams and Ryan Cranitch with Mick and Darren winning the final.
Round 1 week 1:
Nat 11 v Nat 1  7-3, Falcons v Ants 8-2,  Crushers v Cougars 8-2 and Bombers bye
Round 1 week 2:
Nat I v Falcons 7-3, Ants v Bombers 10-0, Nat II v Cougars 8-2 and Crushers bye
Round 1 week 3:
Falcons v Cougars 6-4, Crushers v Ants 9-1, Nat II v Bombers 8-2 and Nat I bye
Points: 
Crushers - 27, Nat II - 23, Nat I - 20, Falcons - 17, Ants - 13, Bombers - 12 and Cougars – 8
This week games: Nat I v Bombers at Queens, Cougars v Ants at Anzac, Falcons v Crushers at Ayr Hotel and Nat II have the bye.
Contributed by Kerry Davison

Tisti Tavasci pot luck doubles were held at the Ayr Hotel with 34 players

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Football Matters with Cyclops

April 4, 2024

Local

With it being Easter and the school holidays, nothing much has happened on the local football scene. Back in the day, the seniors would be involved in the Greaves-Munroe Cup, a knockout competition played over the Easter weekend. Ah, yes.

Apparently, there are no fixtures next weekend either. However, the following week all teams are back on the park. On Friday 12th April the Panthers Division 1 side are away to Estates and on the Sunday, the Premiers, Under 23s and Ladies are all at home to Saints Eagles Souths.

Training, at International Park is on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6.30 pm for men and Wednesdays at 6.00 pm for women. New to town? Come down to training and have a run.

Juniors

Nothing is happening this week as it is the school holidays.

Masters

Monday Night Masters has been in hibernation but will be on again next Monday. Old and New players welcome, usual time, usual place, 6.30 at International Park. Treat it as an escape…

National and International

The Matildas kick off in the Paris Olympics with a game against Germany on 26th July. Prior to that they have a series of “friendlies”. On 10th April they travel to Mexico and following that they have two matches against China. The first is at home on 31 May in Adelaide and the second, in Sydney on 3rd June.
The Socceroos having beaten Lebanon twice in the AFC Asian Qualifiers now have two more games left in their Group. They are away to Bangladesh on 6th June and then play Palestine, at home, on 11 June.
In the A League, only three of the top five teams won. Wellington beat Brisbane to go six points clear of Central Coast who lost to Sydney FC. However, the Coast has a game in hand. Victory stays in third place after winning against Perth. Macarthur, three points behind Victory stay in fourth place, one point clear of Sydney despite losing to Western Sydney Wanderers. Brisbane remains in eighth place and Western Utd stay bottom of the league.
In the A League Women, in the final round, Melbourne City beat Perth and with Sydney losing at home to Melbourne Victory, City are champions by two points from Sydney with Western Utd in third place. Victory finish fourth place and Central Coast fifth. Brisbane lost to Central Coast and finish in eighth place. The Finals series starts this weekend with Western Utd v Newcastle Jets and Melbourne Victory hosting Central Coast.

In the EPL with nine Rounds left it is still very tight at the top of the table with Liverpool two points ahead of Arsenal with Manchester City a further point behind. Liverpool beat Brighton 2-1 and Arsenal drew 0-0 at Manchester City. Aston Villa stay fourth and Spurs fifth. At the foot of the table, it is not looking good for Sheffield Utd and Burnley with either Luton, Notts Forest or Everton likely to join them.

In Germany, with Bayern losing and Leverkusen winning it looks to be all over with seven rounds left to play. Leverkusen is now thirteen points ahead of Bayern who now only lead Stuttgart by three points. Dortmund stays in fourth place with Leipzig safely in fifth spot. In the bottom half of the league, only Wolfsburg won, and Darmstadt, Mainz and Cologne look due for the drop.

In Italy’s Serie A, with eight rounds left to play, the city of Milan has it all sewn up. Inter leads AC Milan by fourteen points and AC are six points clear of third placed Juventus. Who, after losing again, is only two points ahead of Bologna with Roma in fifth place. At the foot of the table, it is goodnight to Salernitana and any two of the seven clubs above them.

In Spain’s, La Liga all four of the leading teams won. With eight rounds left Real Madrid leads Barcelona by eight points and Girona by eight. Atletico stays in fourth place seven points away and Atletico drops to fifth spot. At the foot of the table Almeria has won a game at last, but along with Granada looks doomed to the drop.

Finally, in Ligue1 in France, all four top teams won, and PSG stays twelve points clear of Brest. Third placed Monaco is a further point behind, and Lille stays in fourth place. At the foot of the table all four bottom teams lost and Clermont and possibly Metz look doomed.

The 1st Leg of the Europe Champions League Quarter finals starts next week, with Arsenal at home to Bayern, and Real Madrid hosting Manchester City. Barcelona is away to PSG and Dortmund travels to Atletico.

This week’s quote is from star Notts Forest and England star "I can see the carrot at the end of the tunnel."

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Home Hill Golf Club Results

April 4, 2024

A small field of 12 players took to the green on Monday, April 1 for a club trophy.
Today's winner was Ross Wilkie with 38, handicapper is going to catch you.
Second went to Carol Betteridge with 37. Close behind was Peter Dale on 35.
Friday arvo club played on Thursday because of Good Friday. 21 players. NTP.
A Grade: Gysie. C Grade: John Ross Dale. Ladies: Carol. Least putts: Ross Wilkie. The day’s winner: Johnno. Lucky Number: Pete Mackaway.

Contributed by Stephen Doig

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Roosters Ready To Kick Off The Season

April 4, 2024

The RLTD season gets under way this weekend with games played in Ingham, Charters Towers and Townsville.
The Roosters will have an away game on Sunday with Western Lions in Townsville.
Roosters A grade coach Steve Lansley says he is waiting on allocations from both the Cowboys and Blackhawks before naming his team.
“We have two allocated from the Cowboys and two from the Blackhawks but so far in Trials we have seen only Jeremiah Matuatu from the Cowboys and Christan Gale from the Blackhawks,” the coach said.
“I believe the other two, Henry Tautau from the Cowboys and Ratu Rotavisora from the Blackhawks, could also be on our list this week.”
Reserves coach Chris Perry said he will have a big forward pack with the return of Mitchell Guy, Stevie and Antonio with Mark Cervoni, Zac Campbell and Beau Cowdey at hooker.
Perry added Mitch and John Zaro at half would co-captain the team which would also have Masi Mills, Caleb Noah and the flying Dom Arrate on the wing.
The Monday sisters Martina and Steph with Blackawks Logan Roncato, Talitha Bulgarelli and former Brisbane Natives player Kazzia Lammon could feature for the Hens but they and new coach Anita Hagarty have a real tough game first up with the Lions who have won the past three premierships.

Contributed by Brian Carnes

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Novices Take Aim At Burdekin Clay Target Club Team Shoot

April 4, 2024

A fantastic day was had by all at Burdekin Clay Target Club’s Team/Novice Shoot on Saturday March 23.
You couldn’t have asked for any better conditions; the sun was shining and the breeze was just perfect.
Thank you to the sponsors for the day, Queensland Clay Target Association and Joe Caruso Construction.
Thank you to Cameron Cislowski for donating the prizes for Best Dressed Team and Lui Populin for donating the Raffle Prize.

Kinno’s Mongrels, the team of Aiden Heffernan, Blake Heffernan, John Kinnomonth, Andre Rapisarda and Peter Lejarraga, came first in the team shoot. Photo supplied

Burdekin Clay Target Club
Team And Novice Shoot Results

Novice Individual
1st Blake Heffernan 45/50
2nd Robert Rea 45/52
3rd Brendan Egan 44/52

Members Individual
1st Michael Zabala 48/50

Novice Junior Individual
1st Cooper Elliott 30/50
2nd Reid Delle Biate 12/50

Novice Ladies Individual

Katie Lowe 21/50

Teams

1st Kinno’s Mongrels- score 237
Blake Heffernan, Aiden Heffernan, John Kinnomonth, Andre Rapisarda, Peter Lejarraga

2nd Below Average- score 233
Josh Elliott, Blake Schulz, Parl James Noah, Keon Noah, Hugh Russell

3rd Lui’s No 1- score 232
Wayne Cislowski, Alan Lord, Michael Zabala, Mark Biffanti, Chris LeBlowitz

Contributed by Sylvia Rossato

Caption 1: 2nd placed team Josh Elliott, Blake Schulz, Parl James Noah and Keon Noah. Absent: Hugh Russell
Caption 2: 3rd placed team Back Row: Sponsor Joe Caruso, Chris LeBlowitz, Mark Biffanti and Michael Zabala. Front Row: Wayne Cislowski, Lui Populin and Alan Lord
Caption 3: Back Row: Sponsor Joe Caruso, Member Individual Michael Zabala. Front Row: Junior 1st Cooper Elliot, Novice Ladies Katie Lowe, Junior 2nd Reid Delle Baite
Caption 4: Back Row: Sponsor Joe Caruso, Novice Individual 4th Aiden Heffernan, 5th Andre Rapisarda and 6th Peter Lejarraga. Front Row: 2nd Robert Rea, 1st Blake Heffernan and 3rd  Brendan Edan  
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Tennis Coaching Is Back In Home Hill

April 4, 2024

Home Hill Tennis is excited to announce that coaching for juniors and adults will recommence in Term 2 on April 19. This initiative is being supported by the State Government. The club was recently successful in gaining a Sport and Recreation grant to enable Queenslanders to participate in Sport and Recreation activities.
Lessons will recommence on Friday afternoons with a free come and try for all onwards from 3.30pm. Interested participants should check the Home Hill Tennis Association Facebook page. All lessons will then run for a 7 week block at bargain rate of $84. When juniors sign up, they can get a free Hot Shots shirt and be in the running to get a new junior racquet. In addition to this there will be free match play immediately after their lesson.
One of the program initiatives is to get more Girls and Women active. Adults’ cardio is on at 6pm where players can pay for themselves and bring along a friend, mother or daughter for free for all 7 weeks.
Kayla Accornero returns as coach and is excited to be back. Kayla loved coaching down here last year and has a good connection with her clients.
Home Hill Tennis is looking forward to getting coaching back in Term 2 and 3 this year and are thankful to the State Government for their support, because without it this opportunity would not have been available for our community. To register now contact kalyndachasetennis@outlook.com or phone Tim on 0457 041074.

Supplied by Home Hill Tennis Association

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Ayr Bowls News

March 27, 2024

Social Ladies Bowls on Tuesday March 19 winners were Deslie Olsen, Betty Schultz and Heather Jorgensen defeating Ruth Moore, Isabel Cislowski and Dot Cutting. Merle Nixon, Joy Comollatti and Pam Power defeated Katharina Stuckler, Karen Page and Irene Wilson.
Competition Results Thursday March 21 rinks Deslie Olsen, Trish Achille, Beryl Cornford and Pam Power defeated Katharina Stuckler, Elaine Young, Heather Jorgensen and Mary Poli. Singles Irene Wilson defeated Sandra Stidston.
Wednesday night March 20: Evelyn Wiltshere, David Burt and Joe Grabbi won their triples game.   In the other triples game, it was an 8 all draw between Katharina Stuckler, Margaret McLaughlin, Ross McLaughlin, and Bertilla Piazetta, Rob Jorgensen and Heather Jorgensen
Come on down for a game of lawn bowls on Wednesday nights. Phone the bowls club on 47831336 between 6:00pm and 6:30pm to put your name down. We have bowls you can borrow and you will be shown the basics of the game.
Results of competition games - Championship Singles - M. Milan def A. Bull.  Championship Four's - J. Pirrone/V. Beitia/C. Pearce/G. Pearce def. J. Grabbi/G. Papale/S. Caltabiano/L. Stidston.
Competition games Sunday 31/3 @ 8.30am - Championship Singles - G. Pearce vs J. Hall (m) V. Beitia.  L. Stidston vs M. Power (m) A. Bull.  W. Coonan vs M. Milan (m) TBA.  C. Pearce vs R. Soper (m) P. Power.
Competition games Sunday 7/4 @ 8.30am - Championship Singles - (w) G. Pearce/J. Hall vs (w) C. Pearce/R. Soper.  V. Beitia vs S. Caltabiano.  Championship Pairs - R. Young/C. Essex vs R. Garner/W. Coonan.

Contributed by Michael Parravicini

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Brandon Bowls

March 27, 2024

Wednesday March 20
11 Ladies ventured out onto the green with winners of the day Bernice Kugatoff, Lyn Storrie and Joy Woods.
Next contact Joy Woods with names in by 1:00pm for 1:30 start.
Sunday March 24
Club Championship events – A Grade single was played between Doug Robins and Brett Wilshere and early on in the game Brett was giving Doug a run for his money however the veteran from Giru was the eventual winner.
Thanks to Lenny Feeney for marking yet again.
B Grade Pairs Semi Final - the in-form Tony Battaglia had to carry his partner Glen Woodford to take the chocolates against Con Sexton and Ross McLaughlin.
In the other semi-final it was Peter Lejarraga and Lloyd Shepherd playing against Doug Kiehne and Trevor Elton. The game was in the balance for most of the way but in the end the combination of Shepherd and Lejarraga were too strong in a close contest.
Social Bowls Men’s Sunday March 24
Two games of Triples and one pairs with the following winners: Garry Nosworthy, Norm Storrie, Peter Jorgenson defeated Kenneth Ferguson, Hugh Montgomery and Leo Penny.
Norm Higgy, Vince Beitia and Peter Henderson defeated Mick Murison, Ray Panecassio and Gary Pearce.
And the final game was Pairs played between Helen Collins and Jamie Woods drew with Neville Dickinson and Richi Mau.
Coming up next month will be event held on Anzac Day so more information will be out shortly.

Tony Battaglia, Glen Woodford, Lloyd Shepherd and Peter Lejarraga

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