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Cane crushed This week Season to date Invicta 145,341 656,301 Pioneer 59,009 285,825 Kalamia 74,018 395,124 Inkerman 86,629 469,835 Burdekin 364,997 1,807,084 CCS Invicta 14.33 13.86 Pioneer 14.35 13.87 Kalamia 14.12 13.64 Inkerman 14.07 13.58 Burdekin 14.23 13.74 Weekly variety performance for region Variety % CCS Variety % CCS Q240 52% 14.35 Q208 5% 13.44 KQ228 26% 14.37 WSRA17 5% 13.43 Q183 6% 13.74 SRA23 4% 14.70 Comments: The Burdekin mills processed just under 365,000 tonnes of cane for th
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Enterprise bargaining discussions between Wilmar Sugar and Renewables and representatives of three unions in Townsville earlier this week on Tuesday have been described as constructive by a Wilmar company spokesman. A Fair Work Commissioner assisted in the discussions and the Wilmar spokesman said that in the course of the day the parties had succeeded in narrowing the gap further between unions’ claims and company offers. The Commissioner, Bernie Riordan, has offered to provide further input
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Simon Hood Wilmar Manager Grower Marketing We recently completed a roadshow through Wilmar’s four milling regions with senior sugar traders, Peter Bingham and Neil Foo. Peter and Neil work with Wilmar International and travel to Queensland once a year to meet with growers who choose Wilmar to market their GEI sugar. Peter is based in London while Neil is based in Singapore. Their overarching message was for growers to be conscious that we may not see the elevated prices we witnessed in the la
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The value of Queensland’s agricultural sector is projected to boom to a second-highest-ever valuation of $23.56 billion in 2024-25. New AgTrends figures released last month show a promising year ahead, despite challenges such as declining cattle prices, drier conditions and major natural disasters in 2023-24 leading to a valuation of $22.1 billion for the year. The valuation remains higher than the five-year average and showcases the resilience of Queensland agriculture, with a corresponding sup
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Burdekin Christian College student, Sioli ‘Joe’ Mau, has travelled to Sydney to take part in a song writing workshop following winning the North Queensland Fast Track to Fame Prize in 2023. Joe was the celebrated winner of the 2023 Fast Track Talent Showcase hosted by the Burdekin Shire Youth Council at the Burdekin Theatre, and as part of his prize, was able to attend a song writing workshop with 2020 Voice winner, Chris Sebastian. “Working with Chris Sebastian was an extraordinary experien
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Welcome to the Burdekin, a vibrant region where the charm of small-town Australia meets the boundless beauty of nature. Nestled south of Townsville, the Burdekin boasts picturesque landscapes, from the lush green fields of sugar cane to the pristine wetlands teeming with wildlife. This area is renowned for its rich agricultural heritage, dynamic history, and unique natural attractions, offering visitors an array of unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re diving into the depths of the ocean to
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The Queensland Country Bank Burdekin Water Festival will make its celebrated Queen Street return with an impressive group of both junior and senior ambassadors. With the September Grand Parade and Mardi Gras on the horizon, each ambassador will make their anticipated debut on Friday 2 August at the Maria Populin Burdekin Water Festival Community Launch and Festival Fashion Parade. The 2024 event will see 7 Junior Ambassadors and 7 Senior Ambassadors representing numerous businesses and organis
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Living in a world where we must increasingly become aware of our collective environmental impact, adopting sustainable living practices is paramount in ensuring a healthier planet. Small changes in our daily routines can make a big impact on our carbon footprint and resources. One effective way to begin a greener approach to life is through energy consumption reduction. Making the switch to energy-efficient appliances, such as LED bulbs and unplugging devices when they are not in use can not on
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The Ayr Bowling Club was filled with exciting games and great company for another week, with many locals and travellers giving it their all on the green. On Wednesday, 24 July, social bowls featured three games of triples and one game of pairs, with J. Pirrone, G. Nixon, and W. Coonan the celebrated winners. On Saturday 27 July, the social bowls winners were Jimmy, Chris, Happy, and Blake, and the day saw the club welcome visiting players to the green who shared their travel stories and enjoyed
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Brandon Bowls Club’s 2024 Premier Cup team consisted of five exceptional and celebrated players: Helen Collins, Colleen Olsen, Lyn Storrie, Darrell Pearce, and Joy Woods. The event, hosted by the Suburban Bowls Club in Townsville, spans over four challenging days, with 11 other teams competing for the prestigious title and the opportunity to host the event in 2025. After three days of intense competition, the Brandon ladies faced tough opposition, securing 4 wins and 5 losses. In conclusion of
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The Roosters A grade team faced a tough battle last Sunday 28 July at Bushland Beach, narrowly losing to the Norths Devils with a score of 32–28. Coach Steve Lansley noted the team's struggle to capitalise on promising opportunities, often rushing to score rather than building up plays. “Once again we failed to finish off promising moves by being too anxious to score - we are trying to score with every attacking move instead of building up,” said Lansley. The Norths Devils started strong, qui
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Round 3 week 4 – 18/07 Nat I v Bombers at the Queens 8-2 Cougars v Ants at the Anzac 6-4 Crushers v Falcons at the Ayr 8-2 Nat II had the bye 10 points Round 3 week 5 – 25/07 Crushers v Nat I at the National 6-4 Nat II v Ants at the Anzac 9-1 Cougars v Bombers at the Ayr 8-2 Falcons had the bye 10 points Points: Nat II - 149, Crushers - 136, Falcons - 127, Nat I -118, Cougars - 94, Ants - 91, and Bombers 45 Games for Thursday 01/08/24: Nat II v Falcons at National, Bombers v Crushers at Quee
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The Burdekin Panthers experienced a weekend of intense football action. Initially scheduled for four games, the Panthers saw the Division One Funkies secure a straightforward win by forfeit against Olympic, while the other three teams faced Estates in away games. They emerged victorious in two matches and narrowly lost one. On Sunday, the Premiers dominated with a 4-0 victory, the Under 23s clinched a 4-3 win, and the Ladies lost 2-3. Looking ahead, the Panthers have four more games this week.
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The Burdekin Roosters are preparing for a challenging weekend as they travel to Townsville to face the Townsville Centrals across three grades at the Sports Reserve this Saturday afternoon. The matches kick off on August 3 with the Hens playing at 1:10 PM, followed by the Reserves at 2:20 PM, and the A grade team at 3:50 PM. A grade coach Steve Lansley is awaiting final player allocations from the Cowboys and Blackhawks, expecting Chris Gale and Roto Ravisore from the Hawks, and Henry Teuteu and
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The July Monthly Medal event, proudly sponsored by Eathornes Intersport, provided an excellent opportunity for the Ayr Golf Club’s ladies to compete, especially those who work during the week. This year’s competition featured strong performances across all grades. In A Grade, Loretta Mauro emerged victorious with an impressive 68 net score. B Grade saw Cecily Lena take the top spot with a 73 net score. Gabby Cahill in C Grade scored an outstanding 41 stableford points, a sensational performance
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On Wednesday, 24 July, the Ayr Golf Club hosted its Commercial Tavern Day, featuring an Ambrose style partner event. Despite facing challenging cyclonic winds, 24 dedicated ladies participated in the competition, vying for Tavern Vouchers. The winning pair, Loretta Mauro and Janet Trezise, delivered an impressive performance, scoring 66.25 and achieving an Eagle on Hole 8. Cecily Lena and Sandra Wight secured second place with a strong score of 68.25, while Tuk Williams and Wendy Baker came in
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This Saturday 3 August, the Burdekin Football Club Senior Teams will host the Saints Eagles Souths Football Club for their annual Sponsors Day event at International Park. The day promises to be filled with exciting football action, with games kicking off from 3PM. One of the highlights of the day will be the Senior Men's DASH 4 CASH, a thrilling rematch between Jay Leckenby and Matthew Kolb. Spectators are encouraged to place their bets on who they think will win this competitive race. The ba
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On the evening of Friday 26 July, twelve bowlers gathered for a lively night of social bowls, filled with laughter and camaraderie at the Brandon Bowls Club. In the first game, the team of David Bycroft, Peter Lejarraga, and Joe Yipnazar defeated Ben Mills, Lloyd Shepherd, and Jamie Woods. The second game saw Margaret McLaughlan, Jayson Farry, and "Mr. Bowls" Gary Pearce triumph over Raymond Tortorica, Ross McLaughlan, and Ray Paneccasio. The jackpot didn’t go off this week, and the club invi
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The Burdekin Rugby Union Canetoads had another memorable weekend at the Hughenden 7s tournament. Despite some sore heads, a few injuries, the event was filled with plenty of camaraderie on tour, and exciting rugby action. The girls' team faced a tough challenge and unfortunately suffered a loss in the bowl match. Meanwhile, the lads battled hard against the Minions, who were eager for redemption after losing to the Canetoads last year. Although there were no Canetoad champions this time around,
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The Ayr Golf Course hosted an incredible weekend the first-ever combined Men's and Women's Handicap Pennants! A total of 114 players gathered for this historic event, marking a significant milestone for the club. The Ayr Golf 2024 Committee embraced the challenge of organising this event, and it truly stood as a test of logistics and coordination. With 50 members generously lending their personal buggies, the team faced the task of collecting keys and preparing the equipment for the traveling t
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The Burdekin Rugby Union Canetoads had an eventful weekend, showcasing the spirit and determination of both their youth and senior teams. On the evening of Friday 26 July, the Under-11 boys played against Brothers at Mike Carney Toyota Park. Despite facing a tough challenge, the young players demonstrated commendable effort and growth, learning valuable lessons from the match. Their dedication and progress were evident, and they can be proud of their performance, regardless of the outcome. Sat
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A perfect winter afternoon set the stage for a competitive day at the Home Hill Bowls Club on Thursday 25 July, with 30 players participating. The games were drawn at random, resulting in four games of triples and one game of pairs. Rink 3: The team of Kim, Bruce, and Cy narrowly defeated Judy, Dino, and Jim with a score of 18-15. Rink 4: Bob Y, Mick O, and Trevor dominated Karl/Hugh, Des, and Stephen, winning 30-5. Rink 5: Yogi, Bob P, and Wayne outplayed Paul, Steve, and Terry, securing a 23-
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Coming soon! On Saturday’s Mixed open pairs Sponsored Starting dates to be advised
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July marks a big month for local business BQC Group which is celebrating 50 years of BQC Quarries, 40 years of Burdekin Concrete and the second year of its new enterprise, BQC Sands. Taking pride in not only building the community but also employing a local workforce, BQC Group is a thriving business that has innovated over time and consistently grown to deliver to industry needs.
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Hi everyone! I hope you’re all having a great end to your week! I’ve been busy with university like always, and when I’m having my chats to people on campus here and there it’s becoming so much more exciting, and feeling more and more real saying “I’m graduating at the end of this year”! It’s been so great to chat to you all throughout the week, and I love hearing your stories and sharing them with everyone else in the community. It’s truly my favourite part of what I do, and one of the reason
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