High School Presentations
Local member Geoff Muntz will present school captain’s badges to Judy Lemmon and Robert Steel next Friday. Mill Bursary Awards will go to Phillip Daffara, Lesa Linneweber and Reg Muller.
Obituary
William James Clarendon passed, aged 80 years. He was an old resident of the district and his funeral took place at St. James’ Uniting Church.
Good News for Listeners in Cannonvale
After six years of effort by Radio 4MK Mackay, people in Airlie Beach, Cannonvale and Cannon Valley, as far inland as Mt. Marlow, will receive the same programs as others being beamed out from the translator on Shingley Hill.
Council Staff Efficient and Happy
Councillor Vera McClennan complimented Council Office Staff as an efficient, co-operative and happy group to work with.
Outrigger Races
Hamilton Island paddled its way to victory in the Inter Island men’s open marathon six metres in front of a courageous team from South Molle. Reigning champions Hayman were a disappointing third but made up for this with wins in the men’s and women’s sprints.
Beer Prices
Easter specials for cartons of XXXX and Fosters, at the Airlie Beach Hotel, were $16.
Brahman’s Batter Brothers
Wet conditions could not slow Proserpine Brahmans who recorded a 32-0 win against Burdekin Brothers, spurred on by a hat-trick of tries by winger Scott Napier. Proserpine recorded a clean sweep with wins for Reserve Grade 28-0 and Under Eighteens 20-6.
Tennis Scores
This week’s matches did not change the team order in either grade. Ted’s Tactics still lead the ‘A’ Grade from Racketeers, while Aces lead the Reserve Grade.
Swimmers at Rockhampton City Carnival
Four local swimmers – Cheryl Pound, Donna Mengel, Karen Stevens and Anne Spencer – bagged a total of eleven medals at this prestigious event.
