ROWING REGATTA AT TINAROO

On Saturday October 13, the Cairns Rowing Club staged its inaugural Regatta at Lavander Hill (www.iig.com.au/lavenderhill/ ) on the shores of Lake Tinaroo. Clubs from Townsville and Innisfail were invited to compete and took the opportunity to enjoy an excellent event. Local schools, TAS and St Mary's also took part. The lake shores at Lavander Hill have good access for boats and crews with plenty of room for spectators.

Our hosts John and Jan put on lunch and made all visitors feel welcome. Their establishment is an excellent venue for a rowing regatta, with large shade trees providing a backdrop for a picnic atmosphere. We even had a visit from a local Platypus, grazing in the disturbed water.

Rowing events took place throughout the day, including some very close racing between the clubs. The men's and women's open 8's were a highlight, both won by the Cairns Club, which ultimately won the regatta on points.

Jim Chapman, mayor of Atherton made the medal presentation and indicated that he would like to see a club from the Tablelands compete in the next Tinaroo Regatta.

Final point scores were: Cairns - 70, Innisfail - 51 and Townsville - 24.

Club President Peter Thoren: It represents the culmination of several years work. We've proven we can support and host a regatta and this will mark the beginning of new opportunities (for rowers in the Far North).

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MAY 2001