"My Kind of Paradise" written by Shirl was announced as the 2013 Port Douglas "Song of Carnivale".

The Carnivale Launch at the Combined Club in Port Douglas bought together many people ready to celebrate this year's Carnivale Launch. The launch was kick started with the announcement of Miss Carnivale and the Song of Carnivale on the night.

Along with Sophie and Grey, Shirl was there as a finalist to perform her song for the audience and the judges. In front of a receptive audience, Shirley Lynn was announced as the winner and "My Kind of Paradise" was announced as this year's Song of Carnivale.

Official Carnivale Media release 9:
Miss Carnivale, Song of Carnivale announced

Official Carnivale Media release 7:
Port Douglas prepares to launch

Newsport.com.au - Port Douglas & Mossmane News First
Carnivale launched and ready for action - Media release

More information also available on Shirl's facebook page: www.facebook.com/shirl.music

Shirl is elated as she celebrates a notable win in the Song of Carnivale competition.
Photo by Lesley Watson