NQ Field Days by Justin Duck

2013 OFFICIAL GUIDE

FN Q

Mareeba Rodeo Grounds, Kerribee Park

MAY 29-30

’s La r

EVENT PARTNERS

gest Field Days

Proudly supported by

Mareeba, Dimbulah and Ravenshoe-Gulf Country Community Bank® branches and Atherton branch together with

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Welcome to FNQ’s largest field days

Welcome > Page 2

SPONSORS & tractor pull > Page 3

EXHIBITOR’S GUIDE & LOCATION MAP > Pages 20-21 (centre)

INVENTORS COMPETITION > Page 35

What's on & art union > Back page

Exhibitor Information > Pages 4-38 FOOD & DRINK available at sites D25, D26, F13, L5, N2, D1, D2, + Scouts and Mareeba Cricket Club buildings

(On-site lunch deliveries available for exhibitors)

TOILETS are located on the eastern and western sides of the Field Days PARKING On-site within the Rodeo Grounds COURIER SERIVCE Available for exhibitors & patrons ELECTRICAL any electrical issues please contact the Field Days Site Office FIRST AID Site I14 EFTPOS facilities available at the Field Days Site Office

Page 2

With Collin Messervy

Chairman Rotary FNQ Field Days Committee

The 2013 Rotary FNQ Field Days have obviously hit a chord with local and interstate businesses. Every year our bookings increase and we have trouble meeting the demand for exhibit sites. In our new home at Kerribee Park, just a few minutes west of Mareeba on the Chillagoe Road, we have excellent facilities courtesy of the very supportive Mareeba Rodeo Association and our strategic partners, Mareeba Mazda and Bendigo Bank. But what makes the whole event a great success is the tremendous turnout of farmers, horticulturists, graziers, hobby farmers, miners, service and support people and the general Tableland and far northern communities. So my committee is dedicated to ensuring that this year’s event will be bigger and better than any previous Field Day with more exhibitors, more items of interest and more engaging entertainment than ever before. For the first time in the north we are holding a vintage Tractor Pull competition in addition to the vintage engine display, wood

chopping, children’s playground and almost 40 market stalls. Cattle exhibitors are pleased with their new home in the Rodeo Association’s pens to the east of the main display - just across the main arena. As the Field Days grow and grow, thanks to the loyal and willing support of our exhibitors and the tremendous response we receive from the local and not so local visitors, we have had to take the step of appointing for the first time a part time Event Coordinator, Lesa Pershouse. Lesa has worked tirelessly since she took the reins and in the past month, it is more than a full time job and we all, the committee, the exhibitors and visitors owe her a debt of gratitude for a job well done. Also to be congratulated for an excellent job is out marketing guru, Jeanette Sturiale. Jeanette has worked hard and long to put together the best exhibitor guide we have ever had and the most sophisticated marketing program we have ever undertaken. I’d like to express my appreciation to the hard working committee members who manage the total event in a cooperative, friendly and efficient manner. They are nearly all Rotarians from either Atherton or Mareeba clubs

who have work, family and other community commitments, but still make a wonderful contribution to the success of the event. As we did in 2011, entry tickets to the Field Days can be bought in advance from selected outlets in Atherton and Mareeba or by contacting Travel Experience.com on 4092 4222 and paying by credit card. The art union will be drawn at 4pm on Thursday, May 30 at the Field Days. This ticket not only gains you entry to the Field Days on both days of the event you are automatically eligible to win a Mazda CX 5 FWD Wagon worth over $31,000, not to mention the great second prize of a quad bike from Atherton Mowers and Chainsaws for him and a jewellery voucher from Marama Jewellery worth $3,000 for her. If you are lucky enough to win third prize you can take a well earned, all expenses paid holiday to New Zealand courtesy of Travel Experience. com valued at over $3,000. Don’t miss out, buy your tickets early and we’ll see you at the Rotary FNQ Field Days where all the proceeds are returned to the community through the Tablelands (Atherton and Mareeba) Rotary Clubs.

A message from Tablelands Regional Council Mayor Rosa Lee Long THE Atherton Tablelands is a very proud agricultural area. Our past has been built on farming. Today it remains central to our communities and it will, without doubt, be the foundation stone of our future. Our farming families across the region provide an enormous range of top-quality produce whether it is sugar cane, bananas, potatoes, dairy, beef, mangoes, avocadoes, pumpkins, maize or any of our other crops. We are geographically diverse, from the cooler, wetter, hillier dairy districts around Malanda and Mil-

laa Millaa to the drier, more open grazing properties in our west and from the "golden triangle" around Kairi/Tolga to the Mareeba-Dimbulah Irrigation Area. Of course, each crop or herd has its own issues, its own good and bad seasons and so on. So events like this are a wonderful way for bringing together all of the best of the district in a terrific showcase. It’s a chance to see the latest developments, learn the latest research findings, see the newest methods and talk to the experts. And it is an exceptional

chance for Tablelanders and visitors who might not be fully aware of the scope and complexity that is agriculture today to come and have a look for themselves. The Rotary FNQ Field Days, a combined project of the Atherton and Mareeba Rotary Clubs, has gone from strength to strength and this year will be the biggest ever. There are more than 260 exhibitor sites booked, with participants coming from all over Australia as well as locally. Welcome to what I am sure will be an outstanding event.

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Tractor Pull Demonstration – a first for Rotary FNQ Field Days

David Mete (Mareeba Mazda), Ida Portella (committee deputy chair), Gilbert Teitzel (Bendigo Bank Community Bank® Board chairman) and Stephen Gear (Bendigo Bank Mareeba manager) at Kerribee Park, Mareeba, the site for the 2013 Rotary FNQ Field Days

Sponsors make event success and products. The pair share a passion to help the grow the event, recognising not only its future potential but also the important investment it returns to the community. But the strategic partners are not alone in supporting the region's largest and most comprehensive agricultural field day. Other Tablelandbased businesses sponsor in various ways, enjoying the benefits of exposure to thousands of potential customers and indirectly contributing to making a better life for their communities.

Tractor pulling is very popular all over the world at agricultural events, this photo is from a USA event. Tablelands will be holding it’s Photo: Flickr first tractor pull demonstration at the field days on May 29 and 30, 2013.

THE 2013 Field Days event will bring a first time attraction for the region, a Tractor Pull demonstration. Vintage and classic tractors will go up against a purpose built weight transfer sled, each tractor pulling the sled as far as possible along a 100 metre track. This attraction is a very much welcomed addition to the event, and we are expecting a great response from the spectators. Tractor Pulls are extremely popular at southern events, often drawing huge crowds coming to see the tractors of yesteryear in all their glory going head to head against the sled. The classes range in 10hp increments from 20 to 80 hp and your tractor must fit into the vintage (manufactured 1959 or earlier) or the classic (manufactured 1960 to 1973) guidelines to be eligible to nominate for this event.There is also a static display area for any tractor

Strategic partnerS:

art union SponSorS

other major SponSorS

The Commit tee of the 2013 Rotary FNQ Field Days would like to thank the following spon sor s for their suppor t!

enthusiast wishing to simply display their antique tractor, without having to hook to the sled. The sub-committee representative Ruth Maisel, is working with the field days committee to make this first time attraction come to life. We are calling for nominations to enter your tractor in either the pulling event or static display (nomination forms and rules available at www.fnqfielddays.org.au). For more information on nominations please contact Ruth Maisel by phone on 0417 629 208 or by email at maiseltr@bigpond.com All visitors are welcome to the field days to see the tractors pulling at 10.30am and 2.00pm on each day. A gold coin donation entry to the tractor pull area is requested, with all funds going towards Ruth’s team in the 2013 Tablelands Relay for Life.

event SupporterS

EVENTS such as the field days are not possible without the support and commitment of sponsors. This year heralds a new era of sponsorship for the Rotary FNQ Field Days with two Tableland businesses climbing on board as strategic partners. Under the exclusive arrangement, Mareeba Mazda and Bendigo Community Bank® Mareeba, Dimbulah and Ravenshoe and Atherton branch have made a significant investment in the event through donations of cash and value-added services

MORO AUTO REPAIRS

THIRE TABLELANDS

Page 3

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Quality Cutting Tools

Brisbane based Quality Cutting Tools are specialists in the sale and service of advanced metal cutting systems including Plasma, Water Jet and Laser. Their cutting solutions allow jobbing shops and metal fabricators of all sizes and specialities to invest in fast efficient cutting systems with very affordable purchase and running costs. PlasmaCAM is the world’s leading CNC Robotic Plasma Cutting System. Designed and manufactured in the USA these robust and versatile machines are very popular amongst small to medium size workshops. Plasma cutting offers very fast cutting of thick metals with CNC cutting control allowing easy formation of complex shapes. Many PlasmaCam machines have been sold to Australian businesses on the land from farm machinery manufacturers and Agricultural equipment repairers to farm workshops and metal art studios.

The PlasmaCAM is supplied with a PC and preloaded CAD CAM software. You can design and store jobs and import jobs from other CAD programs. Quality Cutting Tools can supply your system with a range of Hypertherm Powermax plasma cutters or you can use your existing plasma cutting unit. For added versatility the PlasmaCAM can be ordered with a portable Hypertherm plasma cutter that can by used for fieldwork or in the workshop on the CNC machine- perfect for general farm maintenance work. PlasmaCAM is available in two sizes while the Hypertherm Powermax plasma cutters can be ordered in four maximum thicknesses. Quality Cutting Tools are so convinced of the machine’s durability that they even offer a 3 year warranty. Onsite installation, training and service is available throughout Australia with sales and service offices in Brisbane and Melbourne. Quality Cutting tools can tailor a PlasmaCAM system to suit virtually every workshop’s budget and can provide finance on the systems. See Quality Cutting Tools at the Field Days – site D17.

Mareeba Toyota and Hansen Ford Mareeba Toyota/Hansen Ford is a family owned business steeped in history having been established since 1977. Led by dealer principal Graeme Ford and his son Andrew, the business specialises in new and used vehicle sales, service and spare parts for two of Australia's most popular vehicle brands, Toyota and Ford

The dealership employs 23 local people – many of them long-serving employees of the business – as new and used vehicle salesmen, trained spare parts personnel, in the workshop and in administration. See them at H17 and 18 at this year's Field Days.

Hastings Deering (Aust) Limited Hastings Deering has been at the forefront of development in Far North Queensland. Hastings Deering supply Caterpillar heavy equipment for the mining, construction, agricultural, materials handling, road building and a variety of government sectors. They offer Caterpillar equipment, servicing,

parts, sales and rentals. Hastings Deering offer field or workshop servicing, new/used equipment sales, rental machinery and parts sales. A static display of various machinery, both compact and large, will be available at site D4 at this year's Field Days.

rm S S a. & 3 Fa ion + G g are ingle at 9 tin n S ic 99 cut le i br 8, 220 ilab Fa $1 20x1 k. Ava 12 thic m

Earth Moving Components

al ci pe T

Professional Metal Fabrication for as little as $14 a day

Robotic CNC Plasma Cutter

a Ph Heavy Gauge Sub Assemblies

Metal Form are pleased to introduce to Australia yet another innovative and affordable metal working solution – the US built PlasmaCAM high speed plasma cutter. With two models to choose from – 1200mm x 1200mm & 3000mm x 1500mm cutting table and cutting thickness up to 32mm and a fast 25M/min. Select a suitable Hypertherm Powermax plasma cutter from our range, assemble the machine & add your PC and you’re ready to go! • PC based control & design software • Easy to program COME Best of all is the price with easy repayments of just AND SEE US $14 per day available through Metal Form Finance.

AT SITE D17

Exhaust Flanges and Components

Hand held plasma cutters also available. • US Designed & Built • Max cut up to 32mm • Full range available for immediate delivery

• Versatile & Reliable • Easy to use • Affordable for every farm workshop

www.metalform.com.au Head Office: 1 Griffith Street, Knoxfield Vic 3180 T: 03 9763 8000 E: sales@metalform.com.au Qld Branch: P O Box 5616 Brendale Qld 4500 T: 07 3205 2799 E: info@metalform.com.au

Page 4

Your total metal forming solution.

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Girgenti Lawyers and Cafe' Crema

Girgenti Lawyers is a full service law firm that offers a team of solicitors who excel in various areas of law. Whatever your legal need, Girgenti Law-

yers is there to help. With offices in Brisbane, Cairns and Mareeba, Girgenti Lawyers prides itself as a dynamic and progressive firm focusing on excellence in client care and real world legal solutions. With a track record of success, our lawyers take the time needed to fully understand its clients’ legal position to provide both professional advice

and representation for all legal matters. Girgenti Lawyers has focused on building a firm tradition of providing our clients across Queensland with superb legal and business advice. While you deliberate over all things legal, do it over a coffee from Caffe Crema, a local Mareeba business which is sharing the Girgenti Lawyers

site. Caffe Crema use locally grown coffee and Mungalli Creek Milk to make the delicious coffees. Caffe Crema is located in Centenary Park, Mareeba, weekdays and markets on weekends. See Girgenti Lawyers and Cafe Crema at site F13 at the Field Days.

NQ Solar - The Energy Hub NQ Solar – The Energy Hub has 25 years of experience in the energy industry. NQ Solar designs and installs residential and commercial solar grid-connect systems, stand alone off grid systems as well as custom camping, boating, and 4×4 solar solutions. NQ Solar offers a variety of quality products including solar panels, LED lighting, hot water systems, regulators, generators, inverters, chargers and anything else required

Pumping Irrigation and Machinery Services

to create efficient alternative energy systems from recreational to large isolated projects. NQ Solar is committed to providing customers with the best quality products at competitive prices. Our knowledgeable staff can assist you in selecting the right products for your needs. See NQ Solar and their energy consultants at site C16 at the Field Fays and receive a free gift.

Pumping Irrigation and Machinery Services is a specialist provider of technical advice and expertise in the field of water management and associated activities. The business designs, manufactures, supplies and installs of all aspects of pumps and irrigation, bores, de-watering and transfer systems. Locally owned and operated for 35 years, Pumping Irrigation and Machinery Services will have working displays at site D3 at this year's Field Days.

The Original Rescue Swag The Original Rescue Swag is an award winning, goanywhere, safety response kit made to suit Australian conditions. Water resistant and made from 12 oz canvas, the swag boasts quality materials and is a one-stop emergency shop for anyone working and playing in the Aussie outdoors. Cleverly designed to tag along with you whatever you’re doing, it can be attached to a saddle, motorbike, four-wheeler, utility and

even machinery. The Swag itself is also registered as a medical device and can be used as a sling, splint, compression device and a water bag, giving peace of mind well beyond a normal first aid kit. From snake bite to broken limbs and dehydration, the Rescue Swag has you covered! There are four custom kits to choose from - Equine/Human, Canine/Human, Bike and the Outback. Brainchild of Tracey Beikoff, who has

also entered the product in this year's inventors competition, the Rescue Swag is the Aussie answer to first aid - where and when you need it. Check it out at site C17 to redeem your special Field Day offer.

Treemax

Treemax supplies innovative, predominantly Australian made quality products that are environmentally responsible. A division of geosynthetics supplier, Geofabrics Australasia, most of the Treemax products are manufactured in Australia to the highest quality standards. The product range include biodegradable and/ or made from recycled

materials: • biodegradable and synthetic erosion and grass establishment matting, • silt fence and silt worms, • biodegradable planting mats, • tree guards, • hardwood and bamboo stakes, • tree ties, • coir logs, • jute mesh and matting, • root wall barrier, • cellular confinement, and • weedmat. A team of experienced, skilled and passionate

professionals back up the extensive product range. Treemax has branches in every state of Australia including comprehensively stocked warehouses along with smaller regional branches. Geofabrics is also participating in the freecycling program that recycles products that are destined for the landfill by giving them to those that can still utilise the original materials. See the Geofabrics team at site S3.

Pumping, Irrigation & Machinery Services (PIMS) is a specialist provider of technical advice and expertise in the field of Water Management and associated activities

 Design Irrigation Systems  Pump & Machinery Repairs  Irrigation Installation  Bore Testing & Cleaning

We also stock a comprehensive range of superior quality agricultural and irrigation products, pumps, pipes and tanks by world class manufacturers.

FIND US AT SITE D3 AT THE FNQ ROTARY FIELD DAYS!

FILTRATION UNITS, SOLAR UNITS & pIvOT INSTALLS ON DISpLAY

vARIOUS pRIzES AND gIvEAwAYS

WE SERVICE WHAT WE SELL AND PROVIDE SUPPORT TO OUR CUSTOMERS WITH THEIR SPECIAL NEEDS!

Phone: 4092 1622 Fax: 4092 1750 8 Reynolds Street, Mareeba Qld. 4880 Page 5

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Yantee Creek Brahman Stud

Totalspan Cairns

Working the land is no longer just a manual experience. Today for efficiencies valuable equipment has become the norm to be competitive and timely in getting your product to market. With such a high investment in equipment it must have a long life of trouble free operation and needs to be protected from the elements to optimise this need. One of the most economical options is the steel shed. In Far North Queensland, Totalspan has been leading the way with its stable of building designs. Importantly Totalspan also designs and builds to meet your needs in a timely and professional manner. Whether you need a basic shed for the ride on mower, a mid-sized workshop or an industrial building for the processing of your produce, Totalspan Cairns can solve your needs. Totalspan is one of Australasia’s lead-

Yantee Creek Brahmans Stud offers quality stud and herd bulls and heifers. Cattle are bred on performance, not fashion.

ing steel building manufacturers who have built more than 15,000 sheds. Total Span sheds use unique world patented 'C' section portal frames and come with a 25 year warranty. They have a team of engineers and designers who recognize the needs of the cyclonic areas and design to ensure they meet these critical needs. Steve Capocchi, the Totalspan Cairns franchisee has been named Franchise of the Year three times - 2007, 2010 and 2012. He has earned this award three times because of his professional approach to the business and the tremendous success achieved in his home town and district from south of Tully, north to Cooktown and out beyond the Atherton Tablelands. His sales and build teams are veterans of the steel buildings business. Sam, the Totalspan mascot, will be on display along with a portable sample shed at site I-1 at this year's Field Day.

nty • to rra

nty-fiv we

year wa

Page 6

TS5195

610 Bruce Highway, ROAD, WoreeNERANG 4054 6122 GOLD COAST 59 SPENCER 5596 0100 See us at Rotary FNQ Field Days site I1.

See them at site H1.

ing products compostable consumables, alternative pest control, worm farming, gas generators and Organic and Heritage Seeds. Enviromart Australia will be at site F8 with Wild River Goats. Wild River Goats sell goats milk soaps which are popular with all sorts of peo-

Landmark

CALL NOW OR VISIT OUR DISPLAY CENTRE

customers to casually browse the great range of vehicles on offer. Chano Trentin's AWD enhance the buying experience by providing expert after sales service with courtesy collection and drop-off convenience. Staff are specialists in their fields and have helped the dealership win multiple Nissan Dealers for excellence in sales, service and customer satisfaction.

Enviromart Australia and Wild River Goats

Leading Edge Electronics has the largest selection of computers, laptops and slates and tablets in Mareeba, as well a very extensive range of household electronics such as televisions, DVD players and music systems. Leading Edge Electronics also stock the biggest range of remote control cars and helicopters on the Tableland, both nitro and battery operated. There is a wide selection of toys including gaming consoles. Aside from selling, Leading Edge Electronics service what they sell. As Leader Computer retailers, they have a full time

SEE US AT THE SHOW AND SAVE!

span t tal

Chano Trentin's All Wheel Drive Centre has been servicing the Tablelands and beyond for more than 50 years. The family-owned business sells and services some of the big names of Australia's motor industry including Nissan, Subaru and Suzuki, motorbike brands Suzuki and Kawasaki, the Ferris and Cox lawn mowers and Stihl saws and products. A regular at the field days, the modern showroom and large display areas allow

ple and animals with skin conditions such as eczema and dermatitis. Hand made, the products are made from the best oils and butters. Goats will be on display at the exhibit, along with a range of products from both businesses.

Leading Edge Electronics Mareeba

t s o n ou r n u o c is d ig b MIGHTY Ask about the e of farm buildings now! ng MIGHTY big ra

WWW.TOTALSPAN.COM.AU

Chano Trentin's All Wheel Drive Centre

Enviromart is an eco retailer of huge proportions. Offering alternative solutions, Enviromart provides recycled plastic timber replacement products Envire and Clivus Multrum compost toilets, Nutri-Tech fertilisers, Wet and Forget moss and mould remover, bio packag-

SHECOIAW LS!

Cattle from Yantee Creek Brahmans will be on display in the cattle arena at this year's field days.

Landmark not only provides a wide range of agribusiness products and services, its staff have the knowledge and service to support it. The rural supplies business has branches at Mareeba, Tolga and Georgetown. The mother company has been part of Australia's rural landscape for 150 years and today is one of the largest distributors of merchandise and fertiliser. Landmark also offers merchandise, fer-

authorised Leader technician on site. Parts are available for all the Traxxas, HBX and Axial remote cars that we sell. Leading Edge Electronics will have lots in store for visitors to their site, G6, at the field days including a remote control car track, a wide selection of computers and monitors, including touch screens and interactive Burralabel display. BurraLabel is an easy to use, on-demand label printing system designed for use in the Australian fruit industry.

tiliser and provides valuable real estate, livestock sales and insurance services to the region's agricultural industries. See them at their site F4 to F6 where they will have livestock handling equipment on display.

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Eacham Sheds and Garages Eacham Sheds and Garages has sheds available for just about every need.

Greenbelt Greenbelt consults with their clients to diagnose relevant issues with the aim of rejuvenating the soil to maximise crop yields and the bottom line. The flagship product, Greenbelt Organic Fertiliser, works to restore the soil's microbial life that is vital for

Whether its a new hay shed on the farm, a double garage at home or industrial shed, Eacham Sheds and Garages can custom design buildings to any size required. The products are Shed Safe accredited and are available fully installed or as a kit only. See them at site Q4 at the Field Days.

the uptake of minerals and nutrients by crops. It features: • More than 70 macro and micro nutrients to replace depleted minerals and elements not supplied by commercial NPK fertilisers • 25+ microbes including 5 nitrogen fixing fungi • 50+ chelated trace minerals • Amino acids for plant strength • Organic acids to increase uptake of minerals presently bound in the soil • Enzymes • Growth promotants • Seven probiotics to increase resistance to fungal, viral and bacterial diseases • Humus and humic acid A second product, Earth’s Own Organic Foliar, feeds the plant though the leaves as the fertiliser feeds the roots. A highly concentrated organic liquid fertiliser that

strengthens the immune system of plants by developing natural resistance to pests. It features: • 10% nitrogen • 6% phosphorus • 4% potassium • Chelated micro nutrients • Enzymes Greenbelt listens to clients to compile all relevant data. Then they analyse the information to provide clients with solutions that will result in positive outcomes for soil, crops, yield, labour expenses, environmental effects and the client’s net profit. Greenbelt will be on an exhibitor at site N5 at the Field Days. Samples will be on along with company representatives to discuss soil rejuvenation.

Ozpig a favourite for camping in style

Gone are the days of leaning over hot coals or taking your chances with the fire to cook that special feast Ozpig is a portable outdoor cooking system that doubles as a heater. It is versatile, safe in all weather conditions, easy to use, light weight and fuel efficient and unique in design. The portable Ozpig weighs 17kgs and packs away in a convenient carry bag that is ideal for those fishing trips or camping holidays. Co-inventor Assunta Shepherd said a campfire was the perfect place to cook, keep warm by and to gather around. “Being able to easily adjust

heating temperatures is the key to successful cooking,” Ms Shepherd said. “We love creating special meals and the outdoors is the perfect venue. The Ozpig brings both of these together." The Ozpig cooking and heating system along with the complete range of accessories will be available at site J4 at this year's Field Days. www.ozpig.com.au

J4 SITE

Page 7

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Silvan Australia Silvan is an agriculture machinery company. Silvan supplies spray units, mulchers, rotary hoes, fertiliser spreaders, slashers and a full range of associated merchandise like 12 volt weed sprayers, diesel transfer tanks, knapsacks plus more. Silvan has been a pioneer in the development and manufacture of agricultural ma-

chinery to meet the needs of Australia’s primary producers. Always at the forefront in the development of new technology, Silvan combines strong innovative management with a comprehensive understanding of today’s agribusiness. Australian owned and operated for 50 years, Silvan Australia sells all equipment through qualified dealers. It has distribution warehouses in Qld, NSW, Vic, SA and WA and boasts long term relationships with suppliers and dealers. At their sites E9 and E10, Silvan Australia will have interactive nozzle displays and working 12 volt pumps.

Biodynamics FNQ and Organic Farmers Coop The Organic Farmers Coop is the place to source local organic and biodynamic fruit and vegetables. The shop, located on Herberton Road, Atherton, also sells honey, flours, grains, nuts and seeds, local beef and pork, eggs and Mungalli dairy products. The shop was set up by Tableland organic and biodynamic farmers in 2010 to sell their produce locally instead of it all going to southern markets. This helped to make this special food available to local consumers, fresher and seasonal. Some food is brought up from the Brisbane Organic markets to spread the variety an season. In order to bring in more

local produce and growers, the Co-op has set up an Approved Grower Program for local small growers who are not nationally certified. It is based on the National Organic and Biodynamic Standards and overseen by local inspectors so who can approve of local production methods. The shop's beef and pork is free range from Mutchilba. The beasts eat organically grown food and pasture and are killed locally. The bacon and ham is nitrate free and tasty. Wild caught local fish and prawns are also available metabisulphite free. The shop will join the Biodynamics FNQ local group at site F21 at the field days.

The BDFNQ group runs local field days monthly to teach members how to grow in their home gardens and commercially, as well as making the Biodynamic preparations locally for local members use. The exhibit will have flow form display ( water stirring mechanism) for stirring the Biodynamic preparations prior to spraying on the land. Talks on biodynamics for home gardeners and commercial growers will be offered at 10.30 am and 3pm daily while sessions on nutrition and why organic food is important for your family will be available at 11.30 and 4.30pm.

FNQ Plastics FNQ Plastics has a proud history in the region. The business stocks, distributes and fabricates plastics such as acrylic (Perspex), hdpe, polycarbonate, pvc and aluminium composite panel. FNQ Plastics also stocks materials for handling including fruit boxes, vegetables bins and stack and nest crate. They fabricate truck water tanks and custom build diesel and black and grey water tanks. FNQ Plastics distribute recycled and

replas plastics for bollards, decks and posts, poly pipe welding, butt welding and ef welding and service all industries with CNC routering. FNQ Plastics cater for all industries with their extensive product range and services. Their extensive range of plastics, poly pipe and sheet welding will be on display at their site - H23 at this year's event.

Five Five Iconic Brands Iconic The Workwear Group – our brands have been clothing workers for over 85 years.

Brands

Specialising in Australian iconic brands NNT Uniforms, King Gee, Yakka, Stubbies and Stylecorp, the Workwear Group is the place to see. The Workwear Group

offers on-site fittings for all account customers - new and existing - with a local showroom/outlet for purchasing direct to the public. The Workwear Group can meet all your work wear requirements for all fields of

work along with expert advice. See them for the first time at the Field Days at site P1 where they will be running an interactive display giving people the opportunity to win prizes.

Our brands have been clothing workers for over 85 Five years. Iconic Brands Our brands have been clothing workers for over 85 years.

Marketbook Australia

PGG Wrightson Seeds PGG Wrightson Seeds have been working with Australian farmers to deliver great results on the land for 75 years. PGG Wrightson Seeds offer a wide range of tropical, subtropcial and temperate seeds for a variety of faming operations. So what makes PGG Wrightson Seeds tropical and subtropical seed different from the rest? The answer is simply Envirogro®. Envirogro® is a special cleaning treatment process called Envirogro which removes the seed kernel from the husk of the bare seed. This reduces weed seed and other waste material in the final product. The result is improved seed quality, less seed inactivity and better seed flow during sowing. The cleaned seed is then treated with Gaucho® insecticide and fertiliser to provide the seedling with improved success rates.

Page 8

With a commitment to to remove the confusion of seed selection and the hassle of pasture management, PGG Wrightson Seeds has Pasture Specialists located across the country that have intimate local knowledge and understand the unique challenges of different farming practices. Farmers are invited to call their local PGG Wrightson Seeds pasture specialist, Ross Newman, 0407 113 719, for assistance with paddock planning, grazing management, sowing rate information and seed selection. Visit the PGG Wrightson Seeds site at B3 and C3 to meet the pasture specialists, to touch and see the grasses on display and find out more about how PGG Wrightson Seeds can assist you to get better value and return out of your pasture.

Australian truck, farm, and heavy equipment buyers and sellers finally have their own easy-to-use, one-stop web destination—MarketBook.com.au. Powered by MachineryTrader.com, TractorHouse.com, Truckpaper.com, MarketBook.com.au combines for sale listings and auction results from all three of these industries into one simple, intuitive design. The site features for sale listings from dealers and private sellers in Australia followed by items from America and elsewhere around the world. Information changes daily, throughout the day, making MarketBook.com.au not only the simplest but also the most up-todate site in these market spaces. MarketBook.com.au is a product of Sandhills Publishing Company of Lin-

coln, Nebraska, America. Since 1978, Sandhills has served the aircraft, heavy duty trucks and trailer, construction machinery, and farm equipment sales industries through its publications Controller, Truck Paper, Machinery Trader, and TractorHouse, and their associated web sites. More than 30 years of proven results for advertisers have made these publications and web sites the most trusted names in advertising in their respective industries. Completely free to consumers, Marketbook is distributed in petrol stations and road houses all across Australia and New Zealand. See the Marketbook representatives at site B17 at the Field Days.

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Barron Catchment Care For healthy land and healthy waterways

Liberal National Party

The Liberal National Party invites Field Days visitors to meet the newly elected candidate for Kennedy, Noeline Ikin. Noeline has been the chief executive officer of the Northern Gulf Resource Management Group for the last 12 years and has an in depth understanding of the many issues facing the primary and agricultural industries. Noeline is also a passionate and genuine local at heart who has the experience and knowledge to achieve real outcomes for Kennedy constituents.

Field days visitors are invited to take this opportunity to drop by and meet Noeline as constituents' ideas and vision for the future of the electorate will assist her in determining the key priority areas and issues that will be taken to Canberra. State members will appear periodically over the two days while the LNP branches of Mareeba, Atherton and Malanda will also have members and information available on current updates.

Black River Cattle Equipment Black River Cattle Equipment has been supplying the region with quality livestock handling equipment for nearly half a century. The business manufactures portable steel yards, basic and vet crushes, horse stalls, round yards and panels, calf, goat and sheep equipment, hay feeders, molasses mixers and spear traps. The family owned and operated business has been a regular exhibitor at the field days. See them at site I3 and 4.

Come along and say hello at site R2 at the Field Days.

Barron Catchment Care is a not for profit organisation focussing on sustainable land use and catchment management strategies within the Barron River catchment area. Our priorities include revegetation and habitat restoration, land and water management, community engagement and innovative farming practises. Barron Catchment Care has a strong focus on drainage issues, especially on agriculture land. We work closely with landholders and local councils to carry

out best management practice on stormwater management issues. Some of our work includes rejuvenating the river banks through revegetation restoration, working with landholders to repair erosion hotspots and providing community education through interactive workshops. Come along to Barron Catchment Care’s Field Day site J2 to watch a DVD on our ‘Slowing the Flow’ and ‘Green Corridor’ projects.www.barronrivercatchment.org.au

Barron Catchment Care Healthy Land and Waterways

Restoration of Erosion Hotspots Working with landholders to rejuvenate erosion hotspots through construction and revegetation restoration. Erosion hotspot on local farm before revegetation restoration (Reef Rescue Project).

Education Working with schools and the wider community Stencilling road drains that flow to the Great Barrier Reef (Barron Delta Project).

Pest and Weed Management

Drainage Issues

Important to the success of our habitat restoration work and land/water management focus.

Strong focus on drainage and stormwater issues.

Tilapia Busters event held to raise awareness of Tilapia in our waterways. Eradication of weeds, e.g. Lantana (pictured), Turbina and Salvinia.

Construction of detention basin. Built to “slow the flow” and hold sediment from stormwater runoff (Reef Rescue Project).

SITE

www.barronrivercatchment.org.au Page 9

s: On site 22 H H19 tO e n Ve ut y w O l B a Our n displ O e B l wil ns and e O i t O m prO itH Fre w s l a i spec res OF Oil 20 lit ways GiVea

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Gulf Western Oil is the largest Australian-owned manufacturer of lubricants and is proud to supply some of nation's biggest farming, heavy industrial and mining clients. Australian owned and operated, the 25-year-old company was started by the Vicary family - father Peter and sons Ben and Andrew. Gulf Western products are formulated specifically for Australian and Pacific Rim conditions and are certified to the highest performance standards. No recycled oil is used in any formulations and all products are blended using API (American Petroleum Institute) approved additive packages. Gulf Western manufactures it’s lubricants in its own blend plant under an ISO 9001 quality endorsed manufacturing system. All Gulf Western products are backed by a Seal of Quality and product guarantee. Gulf Western has grown into a multi million litre organisation with an extensive distributor network throughout all states of Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, New Caledonia and the Pacific Rim. The company is heavily involved in all types of motor sport including Nitro Drag racing, V8 Supercars, Club cars, Circuit boats and Bikes. Motor racing provides one of the most demanding environments possible to continually improve lubrication technology and component protection. Visitors to the field days will be able to see first hand the Gulf Western Oil Supercharged Ute which will be on display on Gulf Western Oil Distributor sites H19 to 22. Gulf Western has developed a reputation “for

problem solving” products, responsive personal service and very competitive pricing and continues to rapidly gain customer approval and market share. From humble beginnings a quarter of a century ago, the Vicarys are taking Gulf Western Oil to the next level, with construction underway on a new manufacturing facility at St Marys, in western Sydney. The new production plant should be completed by the end of May/early June, with the new facility expected to be up and running by the third quarter of 2013 and will be the most advanced in the country. The new plant will have the capacity to manufacture 60 million litres of lubricant each year - more than double the current working capacity of the business - and signals an exciting new era for the family company. Company part owner Andrew Vicary said agriculture was one of its biggest sectors, along with heavy transport and the industrial markets. "We sell into the agricultural market through a dealer network, as well as direct to farm,” he said. "That market covers all of Australia." Mr Vicary said they were always looking to increase their presence in the agricultural market. “We do everything catering for the machinery for the guy with a 10,000 acre property, through to a small hobby farmer,” he said. The new $10 million facility will feature 32 stainless steel storage and blending tanks. It will cover a total of 5500 square metres and will allow them to increase the bulk additive storage by 180 tonnes and a base oil capacity by 1120 tonnes. Mr Vicary said the current

Gulf Western Oil

facility in Penrith was close to manufacturing capacity while the warehouse had also outgrown its capacity. “Due to the high level of volume growth we have been experiencing, it has been necessary to have a lot of raw materials stored off site and that doesn’t suit our model for growth into the future,” he said. Aside from the agricultural and industrial markets in Australia, Gulf Western Oil markets its products to New Zealand and Papua New Guinea. Come and see Gulf Western Oil on site at the Rotary FNQ Field Days for promotional specials and free giveaways.

NQAS Powershed NQAS Powershed specialises in agricultural, industry, trades and engineering equipment and products. With nine branches along the Queensland coast and inland- Atherton, Cairns, Innisfail, Tully, Ingham, Ayr, Home Hill, Mackay and Bundaberg - NQAS Powershed is one of the largest authorised Silvan and Castrol dealers in Queensland. The business specialises in servicing the Queensland sugar cane industry and design, manufacture and supply quality after market cane harvester spare parts.

For the home handyman, NQAS Powershed has all you need with Kincrome tools, Hitachi power tools, Cigweld welding gear, BAR water pressure cleaners, Genelite generators, Airmac air compressors, Septone cleaning products, Bareco tractor parts, Swap and Go gas and much more. NQAS Powershed celebrates 40 years of service in 2013 and prides itself on providing exceptional customer service and advice to back its extensive product range. The business will have two sites at this year's event – G26 and G27 and looks forward to welcoming visitors.

AGRICULTURAL § INDUSTRY § TRADES § ENGINEERING SITE G26 & G27

26,600

150.80

549

3.8M CHERRY PICKER › Honda engine, 200kg cage load

TURBO 400 SPRAY GUN › Variable spray control, 725psi

SPOTPAK SPRAYER › Smoothflo, 7 L/min open flow

EDP-3.8

411-22

SP100-S7

L SPDEDAYCPRIA ICING! FIEL

500

CIGWELD WELDING HELMET › Variable shades from 9 – 13

ELECTRIC PRESSURE CLEANER › 8 L/min, 2175psi, 240V

454323

KL1600EXTRA

14L Knapsack Sprayer WAS $399 NOW $379! AWH68 Hydraulic Oil 20L WAS $108 NOW $100! 175i Transmig Plant WAS $1195 NOW $1095! Screwdriver Set WAS $58 NOW $39.95!

WET/DRY VACUUM CLEANER › 20L, 1200W, flow rate 40 L/S

8" BENCH GRINDER › 240V, 745W, 2950rpm

K15020

1034T

15m x 10mm Air Hose WAS $40 NOW $29.95! Alemlube Air Hose Reel WAS $244 NOW $198! STD Tractor Seat WAS $188 NOW $165!

www.powershed.com.au

Page 11

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Sibi Girgenti Real Estate and Girgenti Constructions Sibi Girgenti Real Estate has provided high quality, professional real estate services for the Tableland since 1974. The team provides accurate information and expert service to ensure clients' property decisions are profitable and enjoyable. Building strong relationships is important to Sibi Girgenti Real Estate and the team enjoys strong repeat business from the local community, a reflection of its commitment to delivering only the best for its clients. All staff follow continuous professional development programs and Sibi Girgenti Real Estate adheres to the Real Estate Institute of

Queensland (REIQ) code of ethics. Sibi Girgenti Real Estate is open seven days a week and can assist with all your real estate needs from residential, land, rural and lifestyle to commercial, industrial and farming. Girgenti Constructions was launched in 2012, engaging the reputable services of experienced local builder Paul Battistin. With over 40 years of experience in the building industry, Paul’s knowledge and attention to detail is second to none. The mix of traditional building practices and innovative, modern concepts creates a point of difference for clients.

Direct Soda Blasting Solutions

Girgenti Constructions aims to engage local businesses and services, where possible, to support the local construction industry within the Mareeba district. Girgenti Constructions strive for excellence in construction, building high quality homes, uniquely tailored to individual needs. See them at site F12 at this year's Field Days or at 231 Byrnes Street, Mareeba.

Deal direct with the soda blasting company that finds solutions and supplies the world. Direct Soda Blasting Solutions is a world class leader of innovative soda blasting technology. The soda blasting systems and technology are proving to be the most efficient in the market. With the benefits of both internal and external manufacturing processes, Direct Soda Blasting Solutions, based in Brisbane Australia, caters to a world wide market ranging from small businesses to large corporations. Covering a vast array of industries and market sectors, Direct Soda Blasting Solutions aims to find finding solutions to current cleaning and restoration problems. Direct Soda Blasting Solutions is currently partnering with some of the worlds largest and well respected corporations such as Hagemeyer Asia to take its Technology to a new level. As designers, developers and manufactures, Di-

rect Soda Blasting Solutions Develop, design and manufacture parts and accessories specifically for the soda blasting industry some of which include full soda blasting machines and systems, remote valving systems, hi-speed nozzles and our very own, specifically designed moisture resistant soda called Bi-Class Soda as it is in a class of its own Soda blasting is able to effectively remove coatings and contaminants such as paint, bitumen, glues, varnish, epoxy resins, flux, antifouling, mould, mildew, grease, oil, baked on carbon, food products and powder coating, just to name a few. Direct Soda Blasting Solutions will demonstrate how moisture resistant soda reacts to water compared to standard soda, and will also have information on the health aspects of the company. See them at site B16 at the Field Days.

NORWELD

Norweld offers a comprehensive aluminium fabrication and repair service. A lifetime guarantee is offered on all work which is carried out by experienced tradesman.

WHO’S WHO? & WHAT’S NEW IN ATHERTON?

Product examples, a ute tray, canopy and tanks will be among the products on display at the Norweld site, M6, at this year's Field Days. www.norweld.com. au

Ozpoly Water Products

We are pleased to announce the opening of our new store...

ABN: 43 936 089 101

ATHERTON

ExtEnsivE RangE of PRoducts & accEssoRiEs • specialty giftware • novelty items • australian souvenirs te:

MobilE PhonE sERvicE & REPaiRs

specializing in: iPhones, iPads, samsung galaxy & More!

Long-term field days exhibitor Ozpoly Water Products provides an extensive range of products for domestic, agricultural, industrial and commercial needs. Ozpoly Water Products sell water tanks, stock troughs,

tractor canopies and toolboxes. Ozpoly Water Products specialises in offering a wide range of rainwater tanks such as rounded tanks, slimline tanks and accessories. Tanks from Ozpoly Water Tanks are

made from food grade UV stabilised polyethylene material and are suitable for storing water. Ozpoly Water Tanks offers rainwater tanks which are corrosion resistant, algae resistant and are available in a wide range of colours. Ozpoly Water Tanks offers water tanks which are rugged, durable and lightweight products.

All tanks have solid roofs and are designed as one piece products without any centre poles. Rainwater tanks comply with Queensland occupational health and safety requirements. Ozpoly Water Tanks also offers leaf strainers which are designed to keep off mosquitoes and frogs. See them at site A9 at the Field Days.

VCV Townsville

Just Fast Reliable Service Repairs Available on the Day Fix ! Phones Cases, Accessories & Mobile Phone Service Providers OPEN: Monday - Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm and Saturday 9.00am to 1.00pm Shop 1-46 Main Street, Atherton Q.4883 P: (07) 4091 7112 • F: (07) 4091 5142 E: tsatherton@tobaccosg.com

Page 12

VCV Townsville and Cairns deal in new truck sales, parts and services for Mack, UD and Volvo trucks. VCV's technologically advanced trucks come with the latest in automated transmissions and are backed up by a full after sales

support team. See all three premium brand trucks on display at Sites G18 and 19 and speak to the representatives on site to help you with all your trucking needs.

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Tableland Batteries and NQ Mining Supplies Tableland Batteries and NQ Mining Supplies are moving to bigger and better premises at Tolga. The business will take shape at 2 Lawson Street opposite the Tolga Hotel in a bigger and brighter shed. The expansion will allow owners Cameron and Jamie an opportunity to unveil their extensive battery and mining supplies product range in a one-stop shop, with easy access and plenty of parking. They hope to be in the new premises midyear and will have the whole gamut of batteries and mining safety equipment, general consumables, cleaning chemicals, glues and sprays ,safety boots, workwear, auto electrical parts and accessories, on display and available. Cameron and Jamie understand that time means money. That's why they specialise in finding those parts that are difficult to locate. Tableland Batteries deal exclusively in Delkor and also sell their own Tableland Batteries range. Delkor use a GM-patented gas/liquid separator and have the lowest self-discharge rate, making it the most convenient, maintenancefree battery for consumer usage. Furthermore, Delkor MF batteries contain calcium, tin and lead, making them highly resistant to corrosion, and last up to 3 times longer than the competition.

Tableland Batteries sales manager Gary Pritchard visits Innisfail and Tully fortnightly and offers a weekly sales and delivery service on the Tablelands, Cairns, Mossman and Port Douglas. The business branched out into mining supplies about 18 months ago after Cameron, an experienced auto-electrician of more than 20 years, recognised a need for quality products and reliable service, particularly for heavy earthmoving equipment associated with the mining industry. NQ Mining Supplies uses computerised diagnostics including CAT-ET, CAT-SIS, Cummins Insite and Scan Tools to pinpoint the problem, with qualified and experienced tradesmen able to carry out onsite repairs and servicing. They service and provide products to mining companies from Moranbah in the Bowen Basin to Cape York. All equipment is at current mine specifications, with safety and reliability the number one priority. The new premises will also boast a training room, a place which will help fill a gap on the Tablelands for local residents wanting to gain the necessary qualifications to work in the mining industry. See the team from Tableland Batteries and NQ Mining Supplies at site H11 at the Field Days.

OUR BUSINESS ITH IS EXPANDING W IN NEW PREMISES TOLGA SOON!!

We’ll be showcasing our comprehensive range of batteries at the Rotary 2013 FNQ Field Days.... Find Us at Site H11

THE STEEL SuPERMARkET

Tonkin Steel

Tonkin Steel has been servicing Far and North Queensland regions with a wide range of steel products for more THE STEEL SuPERMARkET than 60 years. The North Queensland owned company has branches in Atherton, Cairns and Townsville. Tonkin Steel sells rectangle and square sections, pipe, merchant bar, structural steel, mesh, sheeting, plate, THE STEEL SuPERMARkET purlins and roofing material. They also offer Plasma and oxy profile cutting, laser cutting, a drilling machine and beam saw cutting. With modern undercover storage facilities, competitive rates and a cutting and delivery service, Tonkin Steel is a leader in steel products and services. See samples of the products and services they offer at their site - F7 - at this year's Field Days.

EQUIPMENT & SERVICES

 Experienced Qualiﬁed Tradesman  Service Vehicles  Generators  Compressors  Pumping & Dewatering  Lighting Towers  Pressure Cleaners  Computerised Diagnostics: Including CAT-ET,

CAT-SIS, Cummins Insite and Scan Tools

 Delivery Truck  Parts & Ordering

ALL EQUIPMENT IS AT CURRENT MINE SPECIFICATIONS AND SAFETY & RELIABILITY IS OUR NUMBER ONE PRIORITY! • We carry and extensive range of Safety Equipment, General Consumables, Cleaning Chemicals, Glues & Sprays, Clothing, Boots etc, Auto Electrical Parts & Accessories including Starters & Alternators along with a full range of Batteries • Our ability to souce the required parts & components quickly & efficiently means less downtime in the workshop and in the field - parts that are difficult to locate are our speciaility • All items are able to be delivered onsite with our NQ Mining Supplies/Tableland Batteries delivery truck which will not only save time waiting on couriers but money!

Jimcam Pty Ltd T/A NQ Mining Supplies/Tableland Batteries 10 Carrington Rd, ATHERTON QLD. 4883 • PO Box 650, ATHERTON QLD. 4883 Phone: 40916 368 • Fax: 40916 428 • Email: sales@nqminingsupplies.com.au Email: sales@tablelandbatteries.com.au or sales@nqminingsupplies.com.au Page 13

AS THIS - ADVISE IF NOT POSSIBLE

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30 WOuLD LIkE TO FEATuRE AS THIS - ADVISE IF NOT POSSIBLE

FNQ Trailers offers a quality range of trailers along with a repair and parts service.

FNQ Trailers

Established railers along with a repair and parts service.

Q.I.T.E.

seven years ago, FNQ Trailers supplies box trailers (single and tandem axle), tradesman trailers, luggage trailers,

boat trailers,

25 years, Q.I.T.E. (Quality, Innovacamper trailers and products. They also hire For trailers.

tion, Training & Employment) has been providing workforce, employment and See samples of theirgage products at sites and 3 ofat this year's FNQ Trailers offers a F2 quality range trailers along with afield repair days. and parts service. FNQ Trailers offers a quality range of trailers trailers, camper trailers and products. training solutions to businesses across products. along They also hire trailers. with a repair and parts service. They also hire trailers. the Tablelands, and wider region. Established seven years ago, FNQ TrailAs a not-for-profit community based orF2 and 3 at this year's field days. boat trailers, seven years ago, FNQ Trailers ers supplies boat trailers, box trailers (single SeeEstablished samples of their products atsupplies sites F2 ganisation, Q.I.T.E. operates 15 separate box trailers (single and tandem axle), tradesman trailers, luggage trailers, and tandem axle), tradesman trailers, lug- and 3 at this year's field days. programs to support local jobseekers and camper trailers and products. They also hire trailers. businesses, and has permanent offices in See samples of their products at sites F2 and 3 at this year'sMareeba, field days. Atherton, Innisfail, Cairns and Yarrabah. The 100-strong staff are located across the region and are only a call away from prodryers, water coolers, exhaust and viding your business with innovative employfresh air systems. Jackson and Jackment and training solutions.. son also do commercial and industrial Q.I.T.E.’s service offering includes: electrical contracting. • Employment services Jackson and Jackson is constantly • Labour hire researching new technologies and Jackson & Jackson Refrigeration is a • Harvest labour [mobilising harvest workers advancements in the air conditioning and locally owned and operated company offor local farmers] refrigeration industry especially more fering comprehensive refrigeration and • Recruitment services [job placement] energy efficient solutions and the use of air-conditioning service. • Training [locally delivered accredited and natural refrigerants. The business can design, install, mainnon-accredited courses] They are agents for brands such as tain and repair commercial, industrial and Daikin, Temperzone, Hitachi and Mitsubiproduce refrigeration and commercial, shi Electric. Passenger Transport Serices QT's Early Learning Centre industrial and domestic air conditioning, and electrical. A coldroom will be on display and Jackson and Jackson can supply and staff on hand to answer any questions install equipment such as refrigerated at site J5 at the Field Days.

ailers supplies radesman trailers, luggage trailers,

boat trailers,

Jackson & Jackson Refrigeration Pty Ltd

 REFRIGERATION   AIRCONDITIONING   ELECTRICAL  • Design, Installation & Maintenance • Cold Rooms • Freezer Rooms • Ice Makers • Refrigerated Dryers • Industrial & Produce Refrigeration ATHERTON: 13B Comet Avenue CAIRNS: 54 Supply Road, Edmonton INNISFAIL: 180 Edith Street

1300 881 189 info@jacksonjackson.com.au jacksonjackson.com.au

SEE US AT SITE: J5

Page 14

ECL: 67718 BSA: 1111109 ARCTICK: AU15990 ABN: 52 122 222 486

• Workforce consulting services • Indigenous Community Links Q.I.T.E. also operates a number of community enterprises in Mareeba including a long hours childcare centre QT’s Early Learning Centre, Timber Creations which provides quality cabinetry products produced at a BSA Licensed workshop, and a passenger transport service. A long-term supporter of the field days, Q.I.T.E. invests back into the communities in which it operates. See the Q.I.T.E. team at site D21 where they will display timber products produced by Timber Creations. Timber Creations Workshop

Harvest Labour Services

Ergon Energy As a regional Queensland electricity distributor, Ergon Energy works hard to raise electrical safety awareness in the community and change behaviours and attitudes of our customers. Ergon Energy, in conjunction with Dial Before you Dig (DBYD), will continue to ensure our communities are always safe around electricity and electrical assets. "We understand the devastating consequences that contact with powerlines can have – not only on the people involved, but on their loved ones too," said Community Health and Safety Advisor Glen Cook. "So far, the 2012/2013 financial year has seen 33 safety incidents, major industry breakdowns in Far North Queensland. "So we urge you to please, take care when operating heavy machinery around overhead and underground powerlines and always remember to “Look up and Live”." Please take the time to read this valuable information about some of the potential dangers of powerlines for operators of machinery including excavators, tractors, aerial applicators, harvesters and users of scaffolding equipment, irrigators or ladders. Practise safe work habits: • know where powerlines, power poles, pillar boxes and stays are located on your property. • identify all electrical hazards, assess the risks, establish and introduce control measures and review control

measures periodically, control measures may include but may not be restricted to: • visual indicators such as flag markers fitted to powerlines (contact Ergon Energy for advice). • ground barriers where possible. • informing workers of required work practices. • ensure required exclusion zone clearances between machinery and overhead powerlines are maintained. • assign a safety observer to each work team when working in the vicinity of powerlines. • investigate solutions and remedy current hazardous asset locations. • lower machinery to the transport position when relocating from paddock to paddock and farm to farm. • give consideration to operational exclusion zone clearances when building new paddocks and sidings to keep safe distances away from powerlines. • carry out maintenance and storage activities well away from powerlines. where underground • know cables are. Request your plans at www.1100.com.au See the Ergon Energy team at site C21 at this year's Field Days.

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Visit from across the Tasman to learn from the best MEMBERS of the Rotary FNQ Field Days committee will cross the Tasman next month to learn from the organisers of the largest field days in the southern hemisphere. In 2011, a mentoring relationship started when Jenny Cave, a representative from the New Zealand National Agricultural Fieldays, visited the FNQ Field Days at Walkamin. Referred to as "Fieldays", the New Zealand event is held at the Mystery Creek Events Centre at Hamilton in the New Zealand's North Island. The NZ Agricultural Fieldays was started by a group of influential men from Waikato in 1969 at the Te Rapa Racecourse. The first event attracted about 15,000 people. The event was moved to Mystery Creek in 1971. Rotary Club of Mareeba member Jeanette Sturiale, who is part of the FNQ group heading across the Tasman, said Ms Cave

was impressed with what she saw in the field days and presented to both Rotary clubs on the key indicators of success for their New Zealand event. "This sparked much interest amongst our Rotary clubs and the field days committee so in 2012 two representatives from the Rotary FNQ Field Days travelled to visit and see how the New Zealand event was operated," Mrs Sturiale said. "Its success prompted use to send more representatives and so a group of us is heading over to see how our Tasman cousins do it. "The committee is prepared to invest in our event's future and there is no better way to facilitate this than by taking an opportunity to learn from the organisers of the largest field days the southern hemisphere." Mrs Sturiale said the group would use the visit to learn more about the marketing and

promotion of field days and how sponsors and key stakeholders contribute to their success. "We are looking to develop and grow our own recipe for success in terms of marketing this event," she said. "The potential for the event to grow is endless but we are keen to ensure any future decisions and actions are maximised to their full potential, like our New Zealand cousins have done." The New Zealand field days offers 98 acres of exhibition and demonstration space and 170 acres of car parking. The 43rd New Zealand National Agricultural Fieldays in 2011 attracted more 117,000 people across four days. The event offers a multitude of rural events and activities to keep the whole family entertained, like tractor pull competitions and fencing championships.

For something different, there's offers an Ag Art Wear show, innovations centre and Festival of Logging alongside extreme air displays, cuisine demonstrations, machinery exhibitions and stock handling.

20% OFF

all stock at field days only

50% OFF

A Stunning R ange of Selected Pieces Including Italian 18ct and 9ct jewellery

SITE F10

Shop 2 / 94 Byrnes Street, Mareeba | Phone: 07 4092 2046 marama@qld.chariot.net.au | www.maramajewellery.com.au Page 15

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Rubbercity When it comes to tyres, look no further than Rubbercity. Rubbercity offers tyres for trucks, earthmoving, 4WD and cars and tyre changers for trucks and cars, single

and 3 phase. The privately owned business has outlets all over Queensland. Products are imported direct from overseas. The comprehensive range of truck tyres is backed up by

Pacific Fasteners and Hydraulics Pty Ltd personalised, friendly service. A static display of products will be available at the Rubbercity site, A10, at this year's Field Days.

Cub Campers If you are looking to explore the outback, call in and see Cub Campers Qld at this year's field days. A first-time exhibitor, Cub Campers Qld specialises in camper trailers sales. They offer on road and off road flip top camper trailers and will have on-site demonstrations at regular times throughout the two day event. Cub Campers have a revolutionary EziWind set up system and an extensive range of features. See them at site I2.

Pacific Fasteners and Hydraulics is bringing its Hydra Bagger Banana bagging machine and its range of Metabo power tools to this year's field days. The Metabo area manager will also be on-site to answer questions about this great range of products and will help you select the right tool for your needs. Whilst the Hydra Bagger Mobile Elevated Work Platform is primarily designed for the banana industry, it is also suitable for most other types of orchard work. It is a four-wheel drive, two-wheel steer, all terrain machine with an overall length of 4.85m and a width of 1.96m. The MEWP is powered by a powerful Kubota 40 HP, 4 cylinder diesel engine that operates a hydro-static drive system. Reaching top speeds of 15kph in the lowered boom position, speed is then reduced automatically upon the operator raising the boom to a height of 1.5m or above.

It has a unique patented suspension system using torsion bars linking the front and rear axels together giving superior handling capabilities and the smoothest ride on the market. This also gives the machine added stability when working on uneven terrain allowing safe incline capabilities of up to 15 degrees. A video showing field demonstrations of the Hydrabagger travelling over rough terrain will be on display at site I10.

QTurf Machinery Qturf Machinery specialise in quality grass and orchard maintenance equipment. The business supplies two main lines are: •Fieldmaster grass maintenance products including slashers, twin rotor Rotary mulchers, orchard mulchers, roadside slasher/ mulcher; and •Wiedenmann Turf Maintenance products

including Deep Tine Aerators, scaroifiars, drag brushes and more. Selling direct through selected dealer outlets in the region, Qturf Machinery will have a static display of equipment at site B12 at this year's Field Days.

Australian Hearing Hearing loss is a prevalent issue in the community. According to Australian Hearing’s Trudie Causer, it affects one in six Australians and 60 per cent of people over 60. Ms Causer, Manager at Australian Hearing Cairns and Atherton, says hearing loss generally occurs gradually and it’s often family or friends who notice it first. “Many people say they can hear but they can’t understand. They may complain that everyone mumbles or have difficulty following

conversations in noisy places,” Ms Causer said. “Simple things, like turning up the TV or having trouble hearing the phone ring are often the early warning signs. “If you’ve thought about your hearing but haven’t done anything, a 15 minute hearing check is all it takes to give you peace of mind. And if you are having hearing problems, there are many products and services available to help you.” If you are concerned about you hearing and want to find out more, come and

Tropical Shade Blinds

Tropical Shade Blinds specialise in custom made exterior blinds and awnings for any application. Based in Cairns and the Tablelands and servicing all of Far North Queensland, Tropical Shade Blinds is committed to providing a quality product and personalised service. Their products block harmful UV Rays,

Page 16

talk to Australian Hearing at this year’s field days. You’ll find them at site C5, where you can chat with local staff about a range of hearing issues and find out about products to make everyday hearing easier. Attendees can also book an appointment for a free hearing check at Australian Hearing’s local centre.

reduce wind and rain and protect family and furnishings. Take control of your outdoor areas and enjoy the best that the Far North Queensland lifestyle has to offer. See them at site P6 at the Field Days.

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

ARB 4 x4 Accessories

ARB is Australia’s largest manufacturer and distributor of 4x4 accessories. The business works on a philosophy of quality, reliability and practicality above all else. ARB's design and engineering team utilises the latest CAD, CAM parametric modelling systems and finite element analysis packages and is supported by subcontract companies and universities for special projects like vibration, strength and crash testing. ARB devotes considerable time and resources toward

sourcing new products from around the world such as IPF lights from Japan and Warn winches from the US. They scan the globe in search of equipment that meets both the demands of our customers and our own stringent quality requirements. In addition to all of this, ARB is constantly on the lookout for new ways to improve our business practices, from distribution to customer service. ARB is a Quality Endorsed Company and wherever it can it endeavours to ‘raise the bar’.

Mirriwinni Lime

ARB 4 x 4 Accessories will have a product display, trade price direct to the public (show only) and the latest vehicles on display at sites G1 to G3 at the Field Days.

Mirriwinni Lime has been servicing the agricultural and sugar industries of North Queensland for more than three decades. The business services a wide region, from Townsville north and areas to the west and has been attending the field days for 15 years. Mirriwinni Lime supplies farmers with lime, Dolomite, gypsum, calcium silica and calcium/magnesium blends. Mirriwinni Lime has the equipment to the job and can spread most grower supplied products. It also offers specialised mixes. The Miriwinni Lime operations consist of mining, crushing, retailing and spreading

A1 Cleaning Supplies Mareeba Motorcycles

Introducing the CFMoto U8 On show at 2013 Rotary Field Days The word according to CFMoto has been spreading fast in the Australian marketplace as it quickly becomes recognised for its high-class quality and value for money products. And now CFMoto has announced the arrival of the newest, toughest and downright brilliant UTV, the CFMoto U8. The brand new CFMoto U8 has been engineered with Australians in mind, made to withstand the tough conditions Aussie farms are renowned for. The U8 boasts an 800cc V-Twin 4 stroke, 4 valve liquid cooled engine providing 46KW of power built for extreme off road performance! Featuring high and low range transmission with selectable 2 and 4-wheeel drive, the U8 offers power and versatility ideal for farm use. With shift on the fly 4x4 traction and an easy differential lock switch passengers of the U8 will be able to plough through the toughest and most challenging off-road terrains. Advanced dual A-arm, independent rear suspension and adjustable hydraulic shock absorbers

ensures precision handling to its rider, minimising vibrations and making the U8 a comfortable ride when trawling your farm. And with a reliable Engine Braking System the U8 has confidence inspiring handling and boasts extreme CFMoto stopping power. The U8 also features a class-leading 280mm of ground clearance and a large 26 litre fuel tank that will make sure that on the U8 you will go further than the competition. A large gas assisted rear tray, a roof and windscreen and a 3000lbs winch and tow ball as standard make this UTV as ready as ever to get to work on your farm. "The U8 is a showpiece for what CFMoto stands for," says CFMoto National Sales Manager, Alan Collins. "This model has all the features a farmer could need, built to the highest of quality, backed by a strong 2-Year unlimited kilometre warranty and an extensive nationwide dealer network at an unbeatable price point!" CFMoto manufactur-

ing is based in Hangzhou, China, and has been producing power driven products for over 20 years. Manufacturing 600,000 vehicles annually, CFMoto is firmly set on becoming the world’s leading supplier of powersports products, a goal that will be achieved by keeping a constant focus on its core values of continual improvement, innovation and quality. The CFMoto manufacturing plant dedicates over 25 per cent of its 1,300-strong workforce to research and development. The reliability of CFMoto products has seen more and more farmers in Australia and around the world turn to CFMoto to get the job done. Discover the superior strength of the new CFMoto U8 for yourself by booking a test ride at your closest CFMoto Dealership. Please call 1300 CFMOTO today and make sure you have a CFMoto to pull its weight on the farm. For further information, please visit www. cfmoto.com.au

A1 Cleaning Services has tried and tested all of their retail products and are proud to stand behind them. The cleaning business offers cleaning

e t Si

services spread throughout the Far North region. Construction of almost all of the machinery and crushing plants has been carried out at the Miriwinni headquarters by family members and employees. During peak times Miriwinni Lime employs about 50 workers in the mining, manufacturing and spreading services. A fleet of truck and dogs, semi tippers, tailgate conveyor systems and the latest spreaders is available to service farms and other industries in the Far North Queensland region. See them at sites D5 to D7 at the Field Days.

services for domestic, industrial and commercial premises, as well as a supply store which offer commercial grade cleaning products and paper products to the general public. See them at site B2 at the Field Days.

1 N

Massive discounts on the entire Isuzu range. Get in early for end of financial year deals. www.trinityisuzu.com.au 455 Mulgrave Road, Cairns Chris Murray 4081 5062 / 0431 244 201

Page 17

RURAL BANK OFFERS LOCAL SOLUTIONS THROUGH LOCAL INSIGHT

For a farm finance solution that’s built around your specific needs, visit the Bendigo Bank site at the Rotary FNQ Field Days and talk to Grant Turner, your local Rural Bank lending specialist. Or call Grant direct on 0447 857 108. www.ruralbank.com.au

RUB-4624

THERE’S A RURAL BANK FARM FINANCE SPECIALIST AT THE ROTARY FNQ FIELD DAYS

This information has been prepared without taking into account your personal circumstances, objectives, financial situation or needs. All applications for loans or credit are subject to lending criteria. Terms, conditions, fees and charges may apply. Full details are available on application or by phoning our Customer Service Centre on 1300 660 115, online at www.ruralbank.com. au, or by visiting your local branch. All information is subject to change. Products are issued by Rural Bank Limited and distributed by Bendigo Bank Ltd. Rural Bank Limited ABN 74 083 938 416 AFSL 238042 Australian Credit Licence number 238042. Registered office: Level 1, 27 Currie Street, Adelaide SA 5000.

Together let’s do business Are you looking for a bank that can help your business see results? Or a business banker who will deliver know-how that will save you time and money? Or do you just want real service with minimum fuss? Our local business banking manager, Yadranka Keeling, will take a personal interest in your business and can help you with our comprehensive suite of products and services tailored to suit the needs of businesses. Best of all, when you choose to do your business banking with Bendigo Bank, you’ll make a decision that delivers results for your business and benefits your whole community. Drop into your nearest branch or phone Yadranka on 4086 2010 or visit www.bendigobank.com.au/business.

see results with Bendigo Business Banking Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited ABN 11 068 049 178 AFSL 237879. S41715F (183560_v1) (10/04/2013)

Agri-banking specialist, Rural Bank recognises that the farming community in one region of Australia is different to the farming community in another part of the country. Rural Bank’s proximity to the agribusiness sector and understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing farmers makes it possible for the development of banking solutions built around the seasonal, regional and economic factors that affect the agri-sector in one region. A wholly owned subsidiary of Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, Rural Bank’s specialised farm finance products can be accessed from virtually every corner of Australia through Bendigo Bank and Community Bank branches. Through this association with Bendigo Bank extensive branch network, Rural Bank is well placed to deliver tailored farm finance solutions, specialist expertise and unparalleled choice and access for the rural community, as well as contributing to the local community via the Community Bank model. Rural Bank’s Relationship Manager for Far North Queensland, Grant Turner said Rural Bank’s particular agribusiness focus combined with Bendigo Bank’s close connection with the community provides customers with easy access to specifically tailored banking services. Through his 40 year banking career,

including 30 in agribusiness banking, Grant has been fortunate to combine rural management qualifications with extensive industry experience. “I have spent much of my working life in various parts of Queensland and I am passionate about the farming community here,” Grant said. “I am committed to supporting customers across Far North Queensland to harness seasonal opportunities and contribute to overall growth in the region.” “When you choose Rural Bank, you can be confident that you are supporting local communities and country Australia while being backed by the security of a successful, well-managed financial institution,” Grant said. To speak to a Rural Bank agribusiness specialist, contact Grant Turner on 0447857108, phone Rural Bank on 1300 660 115 or visit www.ruralbank.com.au/locate-us

Win

an iPad To celebrate the 2013 FNQ Rotary Field Days we invite you to enter the draw to win an iPad valued at $429. Simply visit the Bendigo Bank site beside the main stage and complete an entry form to go into the draw. Terms and conditions apply and Apple is not a participant in or sponsor of this promotion. Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited ABN 11 068 049 178 AFSL 237879. (S44215) (04/13)

Mareeba, Dimbulah and Ravenshoe-Gulf Country Community Bank® branches and Atherton branch together with

telco

Over $1 million in community contributions Bendigo Bank branches in Far North Queensland have contributed more than $1 million to their local community via grants, sponsorships, community projects & dividends to the Community Bank® shareholders Local Kindy Grants

FNQ Bushﬁre Appeal

Six local kindergarten’s have received $10,000 each from Mareeba and Dimbulah Community Bank® branches. The contributions will go towards a variety of projects that will improve the facilities and educational experience for the kids. Interactive whiteboards and a new playground are just two of the great projects that will be funded from the $60,000 grant program.

Gulf region graziers received an urgent lifeline to help feed their cattle thanks to the $135,302 raised from the Bank’s appeal donors. Northern Gulf Resource Management Group (NGRMG) helped provide urgent feed assistance from the raised funds to the region’s graziers. The graziers were in desperate need for feed for the cattle and this distribution of appeal funds not only saved the lives of the cattle but also the livelihood of graziers who ensure we can all have food on our tables.

Wolfram Rural Fire Brigade

Atherton Hospital Fundraiser

The Dimbulah Community Bank® Branch sponsored the Wolfram Rural Fire Brigade information boards that are designed to raise community awareness on how they can assist in reducing the risk of fires on their properties and reduce the pressure on volunteer fire fighters.

The Atherton Hospital now has 6 new televisions for the maternity, surgery and palliative care wards after a fundraising initiative by the staff at Bendigo Bank Atherton. A rafﬂe was held in the branch along with a sausage sizzle and cupcake stall. The staff, customers and the community all supported the cause and within 8 days the staff had raised sufﬁcient funds to purchase 6 new LCD televisions. Photo supplied by Tableland Newspapers

Enhancing the learning experience Soundﬁeld Systems worth $9,615 were presented to the Ravenshoe P12 State School by the Ravenshoe-Gulf Country Community Bank® Branch. These systems are an invaluable tool not only in aiding hearing impaired students, but also enhancing the teaching/learning experience for all teachers and students alike. This presentation was made possible by the customers of Community Bank® Branches throughout Qld and the generosity of their Community Bank® Boards.

Directors from our Community Bank® branches in Mareeba, Dimbulah and Ravenshoe-Gulf Country have driven many projects using Company proﬁts totalling over $1 million and growing. Thanks to you, your support enables us to make many incredible things happen in your local community. “Sponsorships and grants are an important initiative from a community support perspective. By assisting our local clubs and community organisations with funding enables them to complete projects and purchase equipment that they may have otherwise been unable to afford. We are pleased to be able to make such a difference to our communities.” Gilbert Teitzel, Chairperson Mareeba & Dimbulah

Your banking can make a difference It’s simple

You choose to bank with your locallyowned Community Bank® branch.

You select from a competitive range of banking products.

The local community shares in the income generated by your banking. The more you bank with us, the more the community benefits.

The community, not Bendigo Bank, chooses which community projects receive support.

Your banking can make a difference – Drop into your nearest branch or phone Mareeba - 4092 2099, Dimbulah - 4093 5266 or Ravenshoe - 4097 7000. Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited ABN 11 068 049 178 AFSL 237879. CBM9 (183568_v1) (10/04/2013)

“The Community Bank® Branch in Ravenshoe has given the residents a choice in banking services. It has also made it possible to open an Agency in Georgetown providing full banking services and a 24 hour ATM for people in some of the remote Gulf communities.” Christine Hill, Chairperson Ravenshoe-Gulf Country

Your Home Choose a home loan that’s right for you Whether you are purchasing your first home or your next home, refinancing or investing in property, Bendigo Bank offers you the freedom and flexibility to make your home loan work for you. Drop into your nearest branch or phone Atherton 4091 2533, Ravenshoe - 4097 7000 or Mareeba - 4092 2099 or Dimbulah - 4093 5266 and find out more about choosing the home loan that’s right for you. Terms, conditions, fees and charges apply. All loans subject to the bank’s normal lending criteria. Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited ABN 11 068 049 178 AFSL/Australian Credit Licence 237879. HL15 (183571_v1) (10/04/2013)

2013 ROTARY FNQ FIELD DAYS EXHIBITOR’

C22 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8, C12 D1 D10, D12 D11 D14, D15 D16 D17 D18, D19 D2 D20 D21 D22 D23, D24 D25 D26 D3 D4 D5 - D7 D8 D9 E1 E11, E12 E13, E14 E15 E2 - E4 E5 E6 E7 E8 E9, E10

Nyleetta Brahman Stud Telpara Hills WH Brahman Stud Morbridge Grazing T/A D & RJE Bridgeman Figtree Brahman Stud Fassifern Limousin Stud Tallangalook Shorthorn Stud W Reddie and L Wallace Yantee Creek Brahman Stud ROW L Mareeba Tyre Power Australia Personnel Global Recruitment & Labour Hire Awesome Kool Icecream Van FNQ Hospital Foundation Ranbuild Mareeba

MARKET STA

F21 F22 F4 - F6 F7 F8 G1 - G5 G10 G11 G12 G13, G14 G15 - G17 G18 - G20 G21 - G24 G25 G26, G27 G29 G6 G7 G8 G9 H1 H11 H12 H13 H14 H15 H16 H17, H18 H19 - H21 H2, H3 H22 H23 H24, H25 H26 H27, H28 H29 H4 - H6 H7 H8 - H10 I1 I10 I11, I12 I13 I14 I2 I3, I4 I5 I6, I7 I8, I9 J1 J2 J3 J4 J5 J6 J7

B20

C21

D24

B19

C20

D23

A19

B18

C19

D22

A18

B17

C18

D21

A17

B16

C17

D20

C16

D19

C15

D18

C14

D17

C13

D16

C12

D15

B11

C11

D14

B10

C10

D12 D13

D10 D11

L1, L2, M1 L4 L5 L6 L7

B15

A16

B14

A15

B13

A14

B12

A13 A11

A12

A10 A9

VINTAGE STATIONARY ENGINE AND TRACTOR DISPLAY

TRACTOR DISPLAY AREA TRACTOR PULL PIT AREA

C22

A20

EXHIBITOR PARKING

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29

B21

A21 A22

B4 B3

D25 D26

E15 E14 E13 E12 E11 E10 E9 E8 E7

STAGE E6 E5 E4 E3 E2 E1

A3 A2 A1

TGT DISPLAY AREA

L6 M6

N5 N7

L5 M5

N4 N8

L4 M4

L3 M3

N2 N9

L2 M2

L1 M1

D1 D2

UNDERCOVER SEATING

K1, K2 K16, K15 K11 K17 K22, K23 K24, K25 K26 K3 K4 K6, K7 K9, K10

A24

SERVICE LANE - EXHIBITORS ONLY

A23

SERVICE LANE - EXHIBITORS ONLY

C1 C11 C13 C14 C15 C16 C17 C18 C19 C2 C20 C21

www.tsblinds.com.au

SERVICE LANE - EXHIBITORS ONLY

B1 B10, C10 B11 B12 B13 B14 B15 B16 B17 B18 B19 B2 B20 B21 B3, C3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8 B9, C9

F1 F10 F11 F12 F13 F18, F19 F2, F3 F20

SERVICE LANE - EXHIBITORS ONLY

A6, A7 A8 A9

SITE

TRACTOR PULL SEATING

A16, A17 A18 - A20 A21 A22 A23 A24

ROW F Max ATV Australia Marama Jewellery PassionTech Solutions Pty Ltd Sibi Girgenti Real Estate Girgenti Lawyers/Caffe Crema FNQ Performance Distributors FNQ Trailers Community Health Tableland Biodynamic Organic Farmers Co-Op Cairns Wholesale Paint Landmark Tonkin Steel Enviromart Australia/Wild River Goats ROW G ARB 4x4 Accessories Mitre 10 Nu-Edge Solutions Australia Pty Ltd Braschs Rack’n Stack Warehouse Belpard Australia VCV Townsville Casali’s Mega Cheap Hardware NQAS Powershed Allied Bearings & Tools Leading Edge Mareeba Speedbay Pty Ltd RWV Conversions Norstate Gas ROW H Chano Trentin’s All Wheel Drive Centre Tableland Batteries/NQ Mining Supplies Newstyle Direct Pty Ltd Tableland Honda Winland Garden Tools Pressure Pumps NQ Pty Ltd Sahara Trailers Mareeba Toyota/Hansen Ford Neil’s Parts Global Welding Supplies Tableland Fertilisers/Gulf Western Oil FNQ Plastics Mega Cheap Hardware Light My Fire Australia Brown & Hurley Northern Skills Alliance Inc Outback Solar & Wind Allied Bearings & Tools BlueScope Water/MetalCorp ROW I Totalspan Cairns Pacific Fasteners & Hydraulics Pty Ltd Lucas Mill Pty Ltd Soncin Electrical/Test ‘n’ Tag St John’s Ambulance (Qld) Cub Campers Black River Cattle Equipment Ozhatz & Rimfire Photography Atherton Mower & Chainsaw Far North Queensland Enviro Solutions Piping Hot Solar/Tableland Table Craft Barron Catchment Care Caltex Energy Ozpig Pty Ltd Jackson & Jackson Refrigeration A C Backrubs Hungry Possum Ice Cream Van ROW K - CATTLE EXHIBITORS Droughtmasters Breeders

EXHIBITOR ONLY ENTRY

A1 - A5 A10 A11, A12 A13 - A15

EXHIBITOR

TOILETS

SITE

TOILETS

ROW A TGT Pty Ltd Rubbercity Pty Ltd Sticklizard Pty Ltd Elders Rural Services Hyundai Construction Equipment Australia Honeycombes Sales & Service Tolga Traders Blue Oceanic Systems Ireland Fiat Chrysler Igloo Hire and Sales Display Regional Natural Resource Management Groups Federal Tyres Sales Australia Wide Ozpoly Water Products ROW B Alinad Aust Pty Ltd Newstyle Direct Pty Ltd Tablelands Regional Council QTurf Machinery Pty Ltd Yuruga Nursery Precision Mulching Allclear Gutter Guard Direct Soda Blasting Solutions Marketbook Australia Techni-2000 Totally Fun Stuff A1 Cleaner Carpets ‘n’ Homecare Cristaudo’s Industrial Electrics Harvey Norman Atherton PGG Wrightson Seeds Westpac NQ Gutter Solutions Pty Ltd Katek Fertilizers KW Automation Australian Taxation Office Fuch’s Lubricants ROW C Audio Health Jaques Australian Coffee Intimo Stylist/Gallery of Beauty ANZ Forresto & Emmerson/Enzed Tablelands NQ Solar - The Energy Hub The Original Rescue Swag Queensland Sugar Limited Centrogen Tens Relief Apricus Solar Hot Water Ergon Energy/ Dial Before You Dig Smart Living Steam Mop/ Casada Portable Massage Cushion Agripower Australia Ltd Australian Hearing Rabobank Aust Ltd TFS Financial Planning Diamond Marketers ROW D Royal Flying Doctor Service Auxiliary I Like It Direct Pty Ltd Atherton/Mareeba Rotary Club Display Shed Boss Mareeba Motorcycles Quality Cutting Tools Pty Ltd Clark Equipment Sales Salvation Army NQ Engineering & Fabrication/ Silverback Ute Trays Q.I.T.E. Reece Pty Ltd QMAC Machinery Walkamin State School P & C Food Van Emerald Creek Ice Creamery Pumping Irrigation & Machinery Services Hastings Deering (Aust) Limited Miriwinni Lime Hockey Machinery Sales Miller Harris Lawyers ROW E Mareeba Mower & Camping Macquarrie Trucks Bunnings Warehouse Motoco Group Allclass North Extreme Motorcycles Strategic Partner Mareeba Mazda Strategic Partner Bendigo Bank Peters ATV & Outdoor Power Equipment Silvan Australia

TRACTOR PULL

EXHIBITOR

EVACUATIO EXHIBITOR REP TEMPORARY PARKING

DIMBULAH R EXHIBITOR

SITE

ROW M

EXHIBITOR

SITE

ROW N (Continued)

Tableland Pumps, Pipes & Rural

Greenbelt Organic Fertiliser

Commonwealth Bank

Hitachi Construction Machinery

Naked Energy

Alto Solar Pty Ltd

Cook Shire Council

ADS Injection

Norweld Engineering

PNG Exotic Timber Traders

ROW N

ROW O

Trinity Isuzu Ute

My Crepes

Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry

Husqvarna Motorcycles & TGB ATVs

PFG Australia

Tobacco Station Atherton

Williams Estate

O3, O4

EXHIBITOR

ROW P The Workwear Group Savannah Lifestyle Resorts Mango Shep’s Outfitters Mareeba Pollination Service Tropical Shade Blinds ROW Q Cheap and Cheerful Beion Distribution & Marke Weed Gunnel Eacham Sheds & Garages

’S GUIDE AND LOCATION MAP

WOOD CHOP AREA

H27 H28

F21

G27

H26 H29

F20

G26

H25

I11

F19

G25

H24

I10

G24

H23

G23

H22

G22

H21

G21

H20

G20

H19

G19

H18

F12

G18

H17

F11

G17

H16

F18 F17 F16 F15 F14 F13

G16 G15

F10

NO ACCESS AREA

I12

TOILETS

I9 TOILETS

I13

LEGEND

I14

H15 H14

J6 G13 G14

G12

H11

G11

H10

G10

F7 F6 F5 F4 F3 F2

SERVICE LANE - EXHIBITORS ONLY

F1 P6

H13 H12

G5 G4

P5 P4

Q4 R4

Q3 R3

S3 S4

Q2 R2

S2 S5

Q1 R1

ELECTRICAL: TAG & TEST

SCOUTS FOOD

TOILETS

I1 TOILETS

CRICKET CLUB FOOD

ART UNION TICKETS

MAIN GATE

CAT

eting

T LE E

I XHI B

TS EXIT

DISABLED PARKING

PUBLIC PARKING EXIT GATE ONLY

TAXI AND BUS DROP OFF ZONE

DIMBULAH ROAD

ROAD

LOADING RAMP

BAR

K23

K25

SECURITY

K10 K22

CATTLE AREA

TOILETS

ON AREA

CATTLE DISPLAY AREA

AMBULANCE

K24

SITE OFFICE

K28 K27 K26

CATTLE

K17 K18 K19 K20 K21

FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT

K16 K15 K14 K13 K12 K11

FOOD & BEVERAGE STALLS

CATTLE

PUBLIC ENTRY

INVENTOR’S COMPETITION

MARKET STALLS

SCOUTS FOOD

K1 K2 K3 K4 K5 K6 K7

GENERAL EXHIBITORS

SITE OFFICE

CATTLE EXHIBITOR CAMPING & PARKING

G28 G29

SERVICE LANE - EXHIBITORS ONLY

F22

www.tsblinds.com.au

CAMPERS ONLY ACCESS

11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19

30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38

KID’S PLAY AREA

EXIT

ALL AREA

RODEO ASSOCIATION MANAGED CAMPING AREA

PROUDLY SPONSORED BY:

All representations on this map were correct at the time of printing.

SITE

EXHIBITOR

SITE

ROW R

EXHIBITOR

SITE

MARKET STALLS

P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6

Les Cameron

Koastal Kayaks

TUFF BUGGA

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

OzMassager Portable Massager

Offspring - Something Different

Geofabrics Australasia

Crafty Ladies

Oriental

Tablelands Relay for Life

The German Sausage Inn

1 4

Joe Riggs Honey and Jams

Advanced Diesel Injection Pty Ltd

Papa’s Poffertjes

Pro-Active Engineering

D & K Treen Jam Chutney Cake & Lollies

Bluetops Tiedye

Liberal National Party

ROW S

Queensland Police Service/ Queensland Fire and Rescue

S4, S5

EXHIBITOR MARKET STALLS (Continued) K ‘n’ J Vegetable and Herb Seedlings Ducktails Poultry Dutch Pancakes Ravenshoe Country Pickin Aerial Branch QCWA Amandadsigned Lavender Kaette Studios Melting Moments Bling Bling Fabulous Fashion Scarves Mandy Magro

SITE 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 30

EXHIBITOR

SITE

MARKET STALLS (Continued) Kossi Conrete Ornaments Zoe’s Dog Treats Bonnie Keough Geckos and More Karen Vidler Woodwork John Cupine Fruit and Vegies Out Of India

31 38 15, 16 2, 3 28, 29 32 - 37 5, 6, 7

FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT AREA Sandwizard Fantastic Fun-Time Parties The Rainbow Farm

STRATEGIC PARTNER

NEW ERA FOR MAREEBA MAZDA

It didn’t take long for David Mete to realise where his future lay. After completing secondary school in Mareeba, David entered the automotive industry, taking a position for a Tableland dealership. “Apart from being able to drive some really nice cars, this industry offers you something different, every day,” David said. “You get to meet some really nice people and develop customers for life.” David moved to the Mareeba Mazda dealership in 2005 and worked with owners Tito Srhoj and Kevin Day on a succession plan that saw him take over the business in 2007. Tito had established the business in 1972 as a used car lot before expanding to include the Mazda brand and then Mitsubishi in 1984, the same year he welcomed Kevin as a partner. Several years ago, David realised the business had outgrown its 200 Byrnes Street location and began the search for bigger and better premises. In early 2010, he purchased a former bakery and vacant block at 313-315 Byrnes Street, Mareeba at auction. “We worked hard at finding a suitable location, one that would continue to provide the exposure that the previous main street location had and that would allow us to develop the business,” David explained. “Space and plenty of it was also critical.” David is conscious of the important role the community has played in helping Mareeba Mazda develop. “We sell a lot of cars locally and are fortunate to enjoy repeat business,” David said. “We wouldn’t have been able to expand the business without the support of the local community. “In return, we went out of our way to give the community an opportunity to be a part of the redevelopment, through supply of trades and materials.” Two and a half years later, the new-look Mareeba Mazda was unveiled in February 2013. “Its a one-stop shop,” David explained. “You can buy your car, you can finance you car and you can get your car serviced with parts in stock - its all under one roof and there’s nothing we really can’t do.” The dealership is supported by a team of 16 staff including long-serving employees Peter Acha (29 years) and Robert Quintieri (24 years). Mareeba Mazda is a huge supporter of the Mareeba community, having been a key sponsor of the Mareeba Rodeo for many years. It donates tens of thousands of dollars every year to various charities and organisations. The Rotary FNQ Field Days represents a new era for Mareeba Mazda as its the first time that the dealership has taken a lead role in the Field Days. Mareeba Mazda is one of two strategic partners who have signed up to help take the event to the next level.

Peter Acha, David Mete and Robert Quintieri. This year, Mareeba Mazda is also sponsoring the Art Union, with a Mazda CX5 MAXX FWD 6-Speed Manual Wagon valued at $31,293 including 12 months registration and delivery fees from Mareeba Mazda as the major prize. “When the committee announced this year’s event would be held at Kerribee Park it sparked an interest,” David said. “Having been involved with the rodeo for many years, I know what that location can do for an event. “I believe its got huge potential to grow and am excited that Mareeba Mazda can be part of that growth.” Mareeba Mazda will have the Mazda vehicle range, in particularly the BT50s, on display at the field days.

Meet the great staff at Mareeba Mazda.

www.mareebamazda.com.au 313-315 Byrnes Street, Mareeba • 4092 5100 After Hours: David Mete 0408 793 050 or Peter Acha 0417 006 698

bt-50 FREE

Genuine m{zd{ steel bull bar and tow bar kit 3.2L Models only ß

M{ZD{ 2

Neo

M{ZD{3

with 6 airbags and cruise control

nEO

2.0 litre 16V DOHC S-VT engine Dynamic Stability Control Traction Control System Cruise control 15 inch alloy wheels ABS with EBD and brake assist CD player (MP3 compatible) Front, side and curtain airbags Plus metallic/mica paint at no extra charge

STILL from only

$15,990 ºDRIVEAWAY

Great new price!

Now from only

$20,490 20,490 #DRIVEAWAY

stop press! $

from only

BT-50 4x2

CAB CHASSIS

WITH GENUINE M{ZD{ ALLOY TRAY

25,990

DRIVEAWAY

get your Accelerated depreciation this tax time!

Your business may be eligible for the accelerated initial deduction for motor vehicles purchased during the 2012-2013 tax year. Talk to your tax advisor to see if you are eligible.

For more information visit mazda.com.au

CX-9

Classic Auto

with Seven seats and reversing camera 3.7 litre V6 24 valve DOHC S-VT engine 6-speed Activematic 18 inch alloy wheels Climate control air-conditioning Cruise control Bluetooth® audio Front, side and curtain airbags Plus metallic/mica paint at no extra charge

Great new LOOK! from only

$45,990 ~DRIVEAWAY

313-315 Byrnes Street, Mareeba QLD 4880 PHONE: (07) 4092 5100 mareebamm.com.au

This advertisement is a manufacturer’s advertisement and vehicles must be bought from dealers. ß Offer only available on BT-50 3.2 litre models. ° Recommended Promotional Driveaway Price for Mazda2 Neo manual. ^ Recommended Promotional Driveaway Price for BT-50 4x2 Single Cab Chassis XT 2.2 litre model. Free bull bar kit not applicable with this offer. # Recommended Promotional Driveaway Price for Mazda3 Neo manual, Sedan or Hatch. ~ Recommended Promotional Driveaway Price for CX-9 Classic FWD.

70669

1.5 litre 16V DOHC S-VT engine Dynamic Stability Control CD player (MP3 compatible) Air-conditioning Power windows and mirrors ABS with EBD and brake assist Plus metallic/mica paint at no extra charge

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Centrogen Vegetation Management Solutions Established in 1979, Centrogen Vegetation Management Solutions offers a comprehensive service for domestic, commercial and industrial needs. The company offers land management solutions including: • Weed control through mechanical, chemical and biological methods • Slashing, mowing and brush cutting • Pruning, lopping and trimming • Clearing and stick raking • Fire hazard reduction and wildfire response services • Revegetation and landscaping • Traffic control for roadside works • Property management planning • Mapping and spatial data management • Funding and clearing applications Centrogen Vegetation Management

Solutions provides a holistic project management service including planning, approvals, implementation, monitoring and reporting. They use innovative methods including the Robocut remote controlled slope mower for safety and efficiency. Centrogen specialises in equipment including hi-rail trucks and reach arm mowers and has third party approved quality and safety systems. As a first time exhibitor, the locallyowned company hopes to have an automated power point display, the Robocut remote controlled slope mower, weed identification resources and examples of aerial incendiaries and spray equipment. See them at site C19.

Mareeba Mower & Camping

Caltex Energy

Caltex Energy, a reseller of Caltex, is the first choice for fuel and lubricant supplier in the region. It offers a wide range of Caltex products provided through an extensive network of retail sites, diesel stop outlets and depots. Caltex Energy can supply all of your bulk fuel and lubricant requirements throughout regional Queensland, bulk fuel deliveries into the primary production and transport segments including Vortex Performance Fuels. Caltex Energy is a dedicated On Site Re-

fuelling service and can supply fuel direct into equipment onsite. Caltex Energy have a complete range of Caltex lubricants and AdBlue available. For all of fuel and lubricant requirements contact North Queensland Business Manager Wayne Perry on 0429 992677. Visit them at site J3 at this year's Field Days.

WHETHER FOR WORK OR PLAY... ...the local guys at Mareeba Mower & Camping will get you into the best gear at the best price. With our help you’ll work easier & play harder!

NQ Gutter Solutions

SEE US AT THE FIELD DAYS FOR... • • • • • •

NQ Gutter Solutions specialises in gutterguard sales and installation as well as high pressure cleaning of gutters and driveways and much more.

Husqvarna Ride-Ons Zero Turn Mowers Chainsaws & Brushcutters Greenfield Ride-Ons Camping Equipment Home Butchering Equipment

This locally owned and operated business offers a fast, efficient, friendly and reliable service, with more than 20 years experience in the industry. NQ Gutter Solutions offers free, no obligation quotes and proudly specialise in quality installations of gutterguard. As an added bonus, high pressure gutter cleans prior to the installation of gutterguard are provided free of charge as part of their service.

Come and say hello to NQ Gutter Solutions at site B5 at the Field Days.

Agripower Australia

Mincers, Bandsaws, Knives etc

FREE TRAILER! With Every Ride-On or Zero Turn Mower FREE SET OF EAR MUFFS! With Every Brushcutter or Chainsaw

68 Byrnes Street, Mareeba Q. 4880 Page 24

4092 1337

SITE: E1

Agripower Australia Limited mines and manufactures fertilisers that are high in plant available silica (PAS) with high cationic exchange capacity (CEC) and high absorbency. In addition, Agripower also produces pesticide

products for crops, grain storage and livestock. The fertiliser products are certified for organic input in Australia, USA and soon to be European Union. The pesticide product is also undergoing certification as an organic input.

Agripower's products have been successfully shown through trials in Australia, India, China, Middle East and Australia to increase the uptake of traditional fertilisers, increase product yield and, most importantly, increase product quality with economics demonstrating sound positive returns to growers. See them at site C4 at the Field Days.

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Emerald Creek Ice-Creamery

While you wander through the endless rows of exhibits at this year's field days, do it while enjoying a treat from Emerald Creek Ice Creamery. The business manufactures exotic flavoured gelato, sorbet and fudge - wholesale and retail - to tantalise your tastebuds. It also

offers a range of home fudge. Emerald Creek IceCreamery is a locally owned and operated family business located along the Kennedy Highway, east of Mareeba. The refined flavours of the ice-creams and gelato are a result of locally sourced fruits and ingredients, supporting Tableland farmers and Far North Queensland businesses. Quality is the cornerstone of the products. Visit them at the Field Days at site F1.

Australia Personnel Global From small and medium size businesses to large corporations and mining companies, Australia Personnel Global strives to provide staffing solutions that help increase productivity. Its corporate philosophy is not just to provide short term staffing solutions but to hire, train and recruit the right staff who will become long-term and valuable employees. The AP Global Commitment is to provide a

recruitment process that will: • deliver the highest quality of candidates who have been thoroughly screened and who offer your company experience and knowledge coupled with passion, a drive to succeed, integrity and a positive attitude; • provide staff who will increase productivity at your company and compliment your business culture and values; and

Outback Solar and Wind supplies and installs all types of low voltage products for the home, motor vehicle and much more. With over 60 years combined experience in the industry, Outback Solar and Wind is renowned as one of the premium DC experts when it comes to caravan and motor home repairs and installation. Whether it’s an off-road GPS, reversing camera, solar panels or 12 volt fridges, the team also offers an extensive range of electronic prod-

ucts, with a difference.

A working solar and fridge display, off-road GPS systems, and battery management systems will be on display at the Outback Solar and Wind site H4 and H5 at the field days. Factory representatives from Engel, Red Arc, VMS, and GME will also be available to answer any questions about their products.

• implement recruitment processes that assist in the overall reduction of expenses. Australia Personnel Global offers a 24-hour service by highly qualified consultants, individual contact on a regular basis, immediate access to job seekers, screening and works to address situations and problems efficiently. See them at site L4 at the Field Days.

Bunnings Bunnings is the leading retailer of home improvement and outdoor living products in Australia and New Zealand and a major supplier to project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry. Operating from a network of large warehouse stores, smaller format stores, trade centres and frame and truss sites, Bunnings caters for consumer and commercial customers. Bunnings aims to provide customers with the widest range of home improvement products at the lowest prices everyday, backed with the best service. Part of the Wesfarmers group, Bunnings staff are the heart and soul of the business. The team's guiding principles are integ-

Outback Solar and Wind

rity, respect, teamwork, achievement and innovation. Bunnings pursue sustainability within our operations by striving to make them socially responsible, environmentally aware and economically viable. Bunnings engages with the communities in which it operates and live and actively contribute to causes and organisations that benefit these communities. Bunnings seeks to lessen its environmental impact in ways that are measurable including achieving better and more efficient use of resources, ensuring suppliers operate sustainably and ethically, encouraging and educating customers about environmentally friendly alternatives and focusing on the “reduce, re-use and recycle” waste management. The first time exhibitor will be at sites E13 and 14 at this year's Field Days.

Come and check out our Stands and see the comprehensive range of Engel products! T PRODUC E U CATALOG 6 ISSUE 1 ! OUT NOW

FIND US AT SITES : H4, H5 & H6

Phone: 4092 1659 1/284 Byrnes Street Fax: 4092 7230 Mareeba QLD. 4880 ABN : 97 151 569 005 Email: sales@outbacksolar.net.au Page 25

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Norstate Gas and Flexihire

Carbon farming initiative Information about the Australian Government’s Carbon Farming Initiative, a voluntary carbon offsets scheme, and presentations from eminent scientists on the topic will be available at this year's field days. The Northern Gulf Resource Management Group, Southern Gulf Catchments, Terrain NRM and Cook Shire Council have teamed up to provide visitors with comprehensive information about how to apply carbon farming methodologies to properties and earn incoming from reducing emissions. Regional natural resource management extension staff will also be on hand to discuss local situations and how they relate to the Carbon Farming Initiative. Information about natural resource management programs and activities

currently underway across the region will also be available including; Landcare, property mapping, grant opportunities, soils, weeds, ferals and more. A diverse line-up of speakers will address how carbon farming relates to land management across North Queensland. The program will be led by keynote speaker internationally renowned soils ecologist Dr Christine Jones, Australian Carbon Traders managing director Ben Keogh and Alan Lauder, author of the book ‘Carbon Grazing – The Missing Link. They will be supported by expert speakers from the federal Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, local land managers and carbon businesses. Visit the Carbon Farming Initiative Tent at sites 6A and 7A.

Carbon Farming Initiative Tent Mareeba Rotary Field Days 29-30 May, 2013

• Free presentations and workshops • Carbon farming information • Landcare support • Weeds • Ferals • Face-to-face advice from extension officers • Conservation and more! • FInD us aT sITes a6 anD a7 TIME 1000 – 1040 1100 – 1140 1200 – 1240 1300 – 1340

Day 1 | WeDnesDay 29Th May SPEAKER AND TOPIC

1500 – 1540

Ben Keogh | Managing Director of Australian Carbon Traders: Creating and Trading Carbon Credits Dr Christine Jones | Founder Amazing Carbon: The Fundamentals of Soil Alan Lauder | Author of the book “Carbon Grazing - The Missing Link”: Assessing methane differently & thinking “carbon flows” Steven Bray | Senior Scientist Grazing Systems, Qld Dept. of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry and Joe Rolfe | Principal Extension Officer (Beef), Qld Dept of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry: Carbon and cattle - finding the win-win Peter Thompson | Research and Development Manager, Cape York Sustainable Futures: North Australia Fire Information website - Fire history information to guide bushfire abatement projects under the Carbon Farming Initiative Dr Jim Mitchell | FeralFix - Feral Pigs: A Threat and a Resource

1000 – 1040 1100 – 1140 1200 – 1240 1200 – 1240 1300 – 1340 1400 – 1440

Ben Keogh | Managing Director of Australian Carbon Traders: Creating and Trading Carbon Credits Dr Christine Jones | Founder Amazing Carbon: The Fundamentals of Soil Alan Lauder | Author of the book “Carbon Grazing - The Missing Link”: Assessing methane differently & Thinking “carbon flows” Colin Seis | Sheep and crop farmer, North Gulgong NSW: Profitable Regenerative Agriculture Mr Daryl Killin Director | Consulting & Project Management, Select Carbon Pty Ltd: Methodologies relevant to rural landholders available under the Carbon Farming Initiative Peter Inderbitzen | Farmer Lakeland: Using compost to reduce chemical fertiliser use on farm

1400 – 1440

Day 2 | ThuRsDay 30Th May

Parts of this program are supported by funding from the Australian Government’s Carbon Farming Initiative Communications Program and Northern Gulf Resource Management Group, Southern Gulf Catchments, Terrain NRM and Cook Shire Council.

Page 26

Norstate Gas is a proud member of the South Pacific Welding Group. It was formed in early 2003, combining a number of welding supply warehouses throughout Australia. Norstate Gas specialises in welding equipment, consumables, accessories, service and hire through its partner Flexihire. Flexihire, also part of the SPW Group offers a comprehensive hire service with a large selection of equipment for the home handyperson to major projects ranging from water blasters and floor sanders to earthmoving, generators and welding equipment. Norstate Gas has retained its local identity, expertise and customer service levels while combining buying power and marketing initiatives of the larger national group.

Norstate Gas is a major distributor for recognised welding and cutting brands including WIA, Lincoln, Miller, Cigweld, Eutectic, Tweco, Speedglas, Metabo, Harris, Kemppi, Weldstar, Flexovit, Kobe (Kobelco), Shindaiwa and Esab, just to name a few. No matter what your project, Norstate Gas or Flexihire offers equipment, safety PPE, consumables and solutions along with experienced staff who are available to discuss your needs and potential solutions for your particular application, meeting budget, quality and appearance requirements and reliability need. See them at site G9 at this year's Field Days.

Harvey Norman Harvey Norman offers a huge range of electrical appliances, expert advice, the latest in technology and great local service for Atherton and surrounding areas. As the largest electrical retailer on the Tablelands, Harvey Norman offers the latest in technology from French door refrigerators, smart televisions, floorcare products to the latest in do-ityourself electrical products. Harvey Norman promises to deliver the best price guaranteed on a massive

range of everything in electrical appliance technology. This is the first time Harvey Norman has exhibited at the field days. Site B21 will have demonstrations galore including coffee machines and coffee making demonstrations, dual saw, The Renovator and Nicer Dicer Demonstrations (as seen on TV), LPG gas generator demonstrations, easy cook and slow cooker demonstrations, steam cleaning demonstrations, massage chairs and massage product and much more.

ADS Injection ADS Injection is a locally owned fuel injection business servicing the Tablelands and surrounding areas. The business specialises in diesel fuel injection, pump and injector reconditioning. ADS Injection can also ex-

change injectors and fuels pumps and deals with winches, led lights, bullbars, awnings and recovery gear. See them at site N8 at the Field Days.

Mighty helpful MITRE 10 Mitre 10 stores are located in towns across the Atherton Tablelands and pride themselves on being Mighty helpful with the best value for money. Mitre 10 stores are part of a nationwide buying group and, as such, offer at huge range at the right price without losing that local flavour. Stores are all locally owned by people who have a vested interest in keeping small business thriving. With that in mind, the fo-

cus of Mitre 10 is always on the customer. This is achieved by offering the best service, price and shopping experience in town. Mitre 10 offers locally relevant products, friendly customer service, extensive product knowledge and free local delivery See the mighty helpful Mitre 10 crew at site G10.

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Fuschs Lubricants

Fuchs is the world’s largest independent manufacturer and supplier of lubricants. The wholly-owned Australian subsidiary has been supplying specialised lubricants since the late 1890s and is the leading market player in many lubricant sectors. Fuchs Lubricants specialises in many areas of lubrication including automotive, agricultural, industrial, specialist applications, open gear lubrication and mining. Fuchs Lubricants (Australasia) provides an unrivalled personalised focus to its customer base, with

Fuchs Distribution sites throughout Australia and New Zealand and more than 95 percent of products manufactured locally. Manufacturing facilities are located in Melbourne, Perth and Newcastle, all with ISO9000 certification and individual distribution, research and development and quality control capabilities. In addition, Fuchs’ extensive range of specialist lubricant services is supported by 12 qualified laboratory technicians, providing a vast array of fluid analyses including the highly specialised condition monitoring tool known as CENT. The Fuchs group is at the leading edge in formulation and application technology of all types of rapidly biodegradable lubricants and functional fluids, leading the development of the Planto product range and a continued commitment to the environment through the Fuchs environmental policy. In North Queensland, Fuchs is represented providing a site for its distributors. The distributor network and support from Fuchs technical staff will provide proactive technical support to visitors at the Field Days from sites B9 and C9.

Newstyle Direct Newstyle Direct will have three exciting products available at this year's field days. The Professional Nibbler is a high quality, Australian Made, metal cutting tool. ARTU Drill Bits are suitable for most materials, concrete, masonry hardened steel, glass, ceramic & wood to name a few. The Cloud 9 Hanging Chair is a modern and amazingly com-

fortable addition to any home. You feel like you're floating on Cloud 9. Newstyle Direct provides excellent aftercare service and support on all our products. Live demonstrations of the three products will be available at site C10, B10 and H13 at the Field Days.

Miller Harris KW Automation Lawyers Leading North Queensland law firm Miller Harris Lawyers provides specialist legal services including rural conveyancing, estate planning, family law, asset protection and workplace advice. Established for more than 20 years, Miller Harris Lawyers offers a highly qualified and experienced group of lawyers including three accredited specialist lawyers in business, family and property law, as well as a team of partners and associates that have detailed knowledge and experience in their particular area of expertise. The firm's quality assurance system ensures that Miller Harris has consistently high standards in advice and the service provided to clients. That is why Miller Harris Lawyers act for some of the largest business, government and agricultural providers in North Queensland. Some of the firm's legal eagles will be at this year's Field Days at site D9.

KW Automation specialises in providing post harvest fruit and vegetable handling equipment. Established since 2004, KW Automation offers Australian designed and manufactured equipment and provides solutions to reduce labour and increase efficiency. Comprising of a team of professionals dedicated to providing the most advanced technology available to the fruit handling sector, the company's core focus is the manufacture of fruit handling equipment, particularly fruit grading machines, and peripheral equipment.

Research and development is aimed at providing end users with practical user friendly equipment. However, focus is on enhancing equipment capability and technological levels KW Automation aims to provide high technology equipment, end user service and support to the domestic and international post-harvest fruit handling industry. New designs and enhancements to the current K W Automation range is integral to achieving this goal. See them at site B7 at this year's Field Days.

Lucas Mill Pty Ltd In the current climate of environmental awareness, the Lucas Mill portable sawmill represents an ecologically sustainable option towards the recovery of timber from forests. The Lucas Mill can be transported to almost any location and set up to select harvest timber with minimal impact to the surrounding environment Lucas Mill firmly believes in providing high quality products at affordable prices. Founded on the intention to expand the horizons of landholders and smallmedium forestry operators, Lucas Mill was established with the objectives of developing a timber-milling machine that was simple to operate, affordable without compromising quality and versatile with regards to its ability to be used in any environment. These goals have lead to the

development of a machine that is effective, economical and only limited by the initiative of its operator. Consequently, the opportunities that a Lucas portable sawmill can present for an individual or company are endless, and this is clearly demonstrated through the vast applications that have seen the machines flourish in diverse markets all over the world. From the owner builder to the contract timber miller, from the freezing extremes of Alaska to the humidity of the Pacific Islands, the Lucas Mill has proven its claim to extreme durability, versatility and portability. Live demonstrations of Lucas Portable sawmills and attachments will be available at this year's Field Days as site I11 and I12.

Blue Oceanic Systems / Markwell Marine Blue Oceanic Systems/ Markwell Marine sell marine and land communication systems. They stock Global Positioning Systems (GPS), UHF and VHF land and marine communications, satellite communications, telemetry and radio over IP systems. The extensive product range is backed up by pro-

fessional and personal service and trained and qualified repair staff who have local experience. At site A22, Blue Oceanic Systems/Markwell Marine will have interactive satellite telephony and internet, telemetry systems and UHF and VHF radios on display.

Page 27

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Gallery of Beauty and Intimo Independent Stylist

Women are invited to experience and enhance their look at the Intimo Independent Lingerie Stylist and Gallery of Beauty Salon Exhibit. Intimo Independent Lingerie Stylist Raylene Srhoj, offers a professional bra fitting service onsite along with options to book in private fittings, fittings with friends, wardrobe makeovers, fundraisers and bridal showers. There are also business opportunity available. Intimo Lingerie is an Australian company providing a beautiful quality product, second to none. Products are available in everyday wear, lace wear, specialty bras including sports, maternity and strapless, control wear, right through to special occasion items. Intimo believes that every woman has the right to feel fabulous in beautiful, well fitting and supportive lingerie. Drop in and be fitted today.

Gallery of Beauty specialises in all skin treatments including facials, diamond microdermabrasion, df machine facial, waxing/electrolysis, pedicures and manicures, tinting, massage and makeup for all occasions. Gallery of Beauty provides cutting edge technology and endeavour to create a healthy looking skin for a life time. Gallery of Beauty is an exclusive stockist of Environ Skin Care and Jane Iredale Mineral Make-up. The extensive product and service range is supported with exceptional client service delivered by highly trained and skilled therapists. Let the team at Gallery of Beauty help you achieve the very best results. Ladies, treat yourself at site C13 at the Field Days.

Tableland Honda Tableland Honda offers a full range of Honda motorcycle, ATVs and Honda power equipment and has been part of the Tableland business community for more than 30 years. The locally owned business services what it sells. Its online parts store - a first for a motorcycle brand in Australia - makes finding spare parts easy, see them at www.tablelandhonda.com.au

Tableland Honda is a regular exhibitor at the field days and will have the following specials available: - Honda EU20i Generator $1799 save $300 - Honda UMS425 Whipper Snipper $299 save $70 - Honda HRU19K1 Lawn Mower $699 save $100 See them at site H13 at the Field Days.

Telpara Hills Brangus and Charolais

Stockists of a wide range of Kincrome Tools, Koala Kare Cleaning Products and AHF Australian Hoses & Fittings... ...Large range of Hydraulic Kincrome Tools Hose Making on Sale at Special Demo nstrations Field Day Prices!! ON SITE! CATCH US AT SITE NO: H7 P Graham Collins 0418 190 279 E graham@alliedbearings.com.au W www.alliedbearings.com.au Page 28

Find us on Facebook

Telpara Hills Brangus and Charolais offers elite quality Brangus and Charolais cattle focused on the needs of the commercial cattleman The world-leading Brangus stud is located on the Atherton Tablelands and sells bulls, females, embryos and semen and provides cattle reproduction services. Founded on cattle genetics with decades of carcase data, offspring from Telpara Hills cattle produce high marbling, high-yielding, flatback cattle ideal for the tropics.

Telpara Hills clients have enjoyed significant premiums on calves at sale and at the abattoir and continue to break price records for elite genetics. In recent times, Telpara Hills has enjoyed solid demand from commercial buyers across Australia Telpara Hills cattle will be on display at the cattle arena at this year's Field Days. The Pearce family will also be available.

Allied Bearings and Tools If you are in the game for hydraulic, bearing and engineering supplies, then Allied Bearings and Tools is the place to see. Locally owned and operated, the business employs 12 people and specialises in supplying the region's agricultural, motor and mining industries with bearings, tools, engineering supplies, hydraulic hoses and fittings. The business is the largest independent retailer for Kincrome Tools and is the North Queensland distributor for AHF Hydraulics. They are also a distribu-

tor for Koala Auto Kare products and Marque brand hydraulic oils. Supplying from Tully to Weipa and Cairns to Karumba, Allied Bearings and Tools has a complete online store specialising in auto bearings and online tool sales. Allied Bearings and Tools will have two sites at this year event - H7 where they will have a retail display and G29 where they will demonstrate hydraulic hose making.

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Hockey Machinery Sales Hockey Machinery Sales offers new and used machinery sales, dry hire and spare parts for earthmoving machinery. They are North Queensland agents for the following new machines: • Terex PosiTracks (Rubber Track Mini Loaders) 30-100hp & Skidsteers 5080hp; • Eurocomach Excavators 0.9T-11T; • Ammann Compaction Equipment Multi Tyred/Flat Drum/Padfoot/Double Drum Rollers; • Soosan Rockbreakers (silenced, 3

modes of operation + self lubricating)to suit 1T-40T excavators; and • Schibeci Stabilisers/ Profilers. Locally owned, the company's extensive product and service range is backed up by a team of experienced staff. Our Speciality is the listing and sourcing of used Machinery to suit your requirements.

Tablelands Regional Council Disaster Management

FREE entry to win an Emergency Kit valued at over $250. Come to the Tablelands Regional Council Disaster Management Stall at Site B11 to enter. Tablelands Regional Council's Disaster Management team will provide information on disaster preparedness and individual and community resilience at this year's field days. The exhibit will include a display and free preparedness show bags supplieshave temporary fence transport,disaster ing late customTransport Sharyn andmodel Joe ofwith StickLizard been providing sales and hire which contain lots of useful information made quality tilt trays built hire, and packages can inHockey Machinery Sales will have Terex and Eurocomach machines on display at site D8 at the Field Days.

StickLizard Transport

including a waterproof document wallet, cyclone tracking map and emergency contacts fridge magnet. TRC proactively engages with the community to encourage individuals to prepare for, respond to and recover from disaster events. This is the first time Tablelands Regional Council Disaster Management has taken the opportunity to be part of the Field Days so come along and find out more.

services on the Tablelands since clude 2008 and haveand developed to specifications. The trucks erection disman-an excellent reputation for project hasmade been made possible funding providedDevelopment under the and Community Development can carrya loads weighing up service tling. with honesty and integrity.ThisThis delivering reliable, top quality project has been possible through fundingthrough provided under the Community Recovery Package, which is a and joint

initiativePackage, of the Australian andisQueensland Governments under the Natural and Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements. Recovery which a joint initiative of the Australian Queensland Governments under the Finally, Sticklizard also to 11 tonnes and up to 9.6 Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements. Although funding has been provided by both the Australian and Queensland Governments, the material contained herein does not necessarily StickLizard Transport are proud to havesells the largest tilt tray fleet on the Atherton Tablelands, metres long. hires, and transports representby theboth viewsthe or policies of eitherand Government. Although funding has been provided Australian Queensland Governments, the material shipping containers up to addition to late the trucks all theIntrucks being model with custom made quality tilt trays built to specifications. contained herein does not necessarily represent the views or policies of either Government. they have two trailers capa- 20’/6 metres. They can also The can carry loadsconweighing up to 11with tonnes andsite up to 9.6 metres long. In addition bletrucks of carrying shipping provide you cabins, offices, lunchrooms, freight machinery to tainers, the trucks theyorhave two trailers capable of carryingablushipping containers, freight or weighing weighing up to 7.5uptonnes. tion blocks and dangerous machinery to 7.5 tonnes. This means they can transport two shipping This means they can trans- goods containers. containers at a timecontainers saving the customer money on transport Logistics: Australia wide. costs, especially important port two shipping at athe time saving the customIf you wantQueensland. to relocate anyover longer distances in remote North Sharyn and Joe of Stick- er money on transport costs, where within Australia, then Lizard Transport beenAll-Terrain, especially4x4 important StickLizard can help to trailers and forklifts. The StickLizard now have have two forkliftsover andthe can tailor a package with you a trucks, providing transport, sales do it economically by providlonger distances in remote forklifts are perfect for unloading on uneven ground, especially around building sites. and hire services on the North Queensland. ing a shipping container for Tablelands since 2008 and StickLizard now have two you to pack yourself, and and dismantling. In addition Sticklizard supplies temporary fence hire, and packages can include erection have developed an excel- All-Terrain, 4x4 forklifts and then co-ordinate the translent reputation for delivering can and tailortransports a package with containers port by road, ship. Finally, Sticklizard also hires, sells shipping uprail to and/or 20’/6 metres. They can also provide you a reliable, top quality service a trucks, trailers and forkwithhonesty cabins,and siteintegrity. offices, lunchrooms, blocks and dangerous goods containers. with lifts. The ablution forklifts are perfect Sticklizard staff will be StickLizard Transport are for unloading on uneven on hand at site A11/12 to Logistics: Australia want to relocate anywhere within Australia, then StickLizard can help you to do it proud to have the wide. largestIf you ground, especially around answer any questions you economically container for you to pack then co-ordinate the transport by road, tilt tray fleet onby theproviding Atherton a shipping mayyourself, have andand can tailor a building sites. Tablelands, the trucks beIn addition Sticklizard quote to your needs. rail and/or all ship.

Sticklizard staff will be on hand at site A11/12 to answer any questions you may have and can tailor a quote to your needs.

TGT TGT offers a complete range of hardware, rural and agricultural products with the staff and product knowledge to back it up. Locally owned and managed, the staff behind TGT are teaming with local knowledge. TGT stocks the largest hand tool range on the Tablelands, and has a substantial range of other stock as well. As a grower owned co-operative and having provided quality agricultural products and services for more than 50 years, TGT knows the region's agricultural landscape like no-one else. Complementing the agricultural arm is the hardware service and products which have been supplied to the Far North Queensland community for more

than 50 years. Representatives from TGT's major suppliers will be on site A1 to A5 at the field days to answer technical product questions. A Makita truck will be on display with demonstrations of the Makita power tool range and Bayer Animal Health will be holding horse worming demonstrations. There will also be a “guess the weight of the horse” competition. With stores in Mareeba, Tolga, Dimbulah and Babinda, TGT has got the region covered.

DISASTER MANAGEMENT FIELD DAYS STALL

FREE ENTRY To wIN

An Emergency Kit Valued at over $250! Come to the Tablelands Regional Council Disaster Management Stall at Site B11 to enter! Tablelands Regional Council’s Disaster Management team will provide information on disaster preparedness and individual and community resilience at this year’s field days. The exhibit will include a display and free disaster preparedness show bags which contain lots of useful information including a waterproof document wallet, cyclone tracking map and emergency contacts fridge magnet. This project has been made possible through funding provided under the Community Development and Recovery Package, which is a joint initiative of the Australian and Queensland Governments under the Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements. Although funding has been provided by both the Australian and Queensland Governments, the material contained herein does not necessarily represent the views or policies of either Government.

TGT won the “Best Site Exhibit” in 2011, so this is a site worth dropping into.

Page 29

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

IPAC North Queensland

Nu-Edge Solutions Australia

For personalised financial advice tailored to individual needs look no further than IPAC North Queensland. IPAC North Queensland is represented at its Atherton office and this field day by certified fiNu-Edge Solutions Australia is a progressive plant and soil company. It provides plant soil nutrition along with a full range of agronomy services, with international links and a research and development agronomy division. Nu-Edge Solutions is actively involved in soil biology and specialises in delivering liquid fertiliser nutrition to all crops. Nu-Edge Solutions will launch a new product, Injecta CalAce, at site G11 and will also have displays of other products with a qualified agronomist on hand.

nancial planner Don Sheppard, Dip. FP, JP (Qual) who offers a range of services including superannuation, insurance and investment ad-

vice. IPAC North Queensland believes advice can make a difference all through life - not just in retirement. They can also help with self-

managed superannuation funds so you get the most out of your retirement savings. And in times of change, be it divorce or redundancy, IPAC NQ is there to assist with the financial planning required. Working within a national network means the North Queensland branch can give you confidence knowing that your plans are backed by a large financial institution.

In 2011, IPAC NQ was named the Advisory Group of the Year winner by independent financial research data firm, CoreData. With a suite a financial products and more than 25 years experience, IPAC NQ can provide confidence in financial plans. See them at site C7 at the Field Days.

Macquarrie Trucks Macquarrie Trucks specialises in truck and trailer parts for some of the most trusted names in the industry. The company also imports diesel engine parts to suit Detroit and Cummins engines. Its is the sole Australian importer distributor of Murphy engine protection equipment and recently introduced a range of

European truck parts Macquarrie Trucks is committed to stocking a wide range of competitively priced general truck and trailer parts needed to keep the transport industry on the road. Macquarrie Trucks is the authorised dealer for Iveco and JAC trucks as well as

Higer Bus and Coach. The branch was established in the early 1990s and moved to is current Portsmith address in May 2004. It boasts 1,350 square metres under roof including a 1,000 square metre workshop area with B Double drive through access with a brake

roller tester and is also an authorised heavy vehicle inspection station. See the awesome new Iveco Daily 4x4 on display and meet the staff from Macquarrie Trucks at site E11 and 12 at the Field Days.

Piping Hot Solar and Tableland Table Craft

Nu-Edge Solutions Australia forms genuine partnerships with growers, suppliers and industry participants to deliver the best possible solutions to achieve correct balance for true soil and plant health. We are innovators in soil and plant technology and as both a developer and manufacturer of plant nutrition products, Nu-Edge Solutions Australia is in the position to respond directly to farmers’ requirements quickly and effectively, leading the way as a next generation Bio Fertiliser company. At the Maraeeba Field Days we will be launching our new product, Nu-Injecta CalAce, at Site G11, and we will also have displays and information of other products with a qualified agronomist on hand.

Nu-Edge Solutions Australia Pty Ltd

P O Box 93, South Johnstone Qld. 4859 Phone: 07 4065 3377 | Fax: 07 4065 3358 Mobile: 0488 098360 Email: admin@nu-edge.com.au Web: www.nu-edge.com.au ABN 79 577 257 485 Page 30

Piping Hot Solar are new exhibitors at this year's Field Days. The business has been established since 2009 and specialises in evacuation tube stainless steel solar hot water systems. The systems are fully stainless steel - both frame and tank - have evacuation tubes and are resistant to minus 20 degree and hail resistance to 30mm. Competitively prices, Piping Hot Solar systems are available in kit form and able to be assembled by competent people. Piping Hot Solar will be demonstrating their systems at site J1. Joining them will be Tableland Table Craft. The business produces handcrafted furniture from local salvaged timbers. Products include beds, tables, chairs, drawers, stools, chopping boards and shelves.

Tableland Table Craft use Queensland Maple, Silky Oak, Rose gum, Red Cedar, Oak and other varieties. They specialise in slab furniture and unique designs made to order.

Jaques Australian Coffee Jaques Australian Coffee offers a tree to cup Australian roasted and grown coffee. Specialising in quality coffee growing and roasting, Jacques Australian Coffee products are available on the plantation, online and at in local Woolworths and IGA stores. The family owned and operated busi-

ness is eco-friendly, with the Mareeba plantation run by solar power. Its award winning coffee products will be available to drink as espresso coffee, latte, cappuccino, flat white at site C11. Information will also be available about the plantation, visitor centre and cafe.

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

QMac Machinery QMac Machinery is a specialised Agricultural Machinery and Construction equipment dealership with branches located in Cairns, Tolga, Innisfail, Tully and Ingham. Its extensive lines include Case Agricultural Tractors, Harvesters, UTVs and Floaters, Kubota Tractors, Mowers and RTVs, Case Construction Machinery and Dynapac Machinery.

It offers a fully complemented parts department for Kubota, Dynapac, Case Agricultural and Case Construction and a service team operating in the dealership and in the field. QMac Machinery is also a stockist of a large number of implements and strategic machinery, which enables QMAC to meet the needs of customers with an integrated product line. QMac Machinery is willing to go that extra mile to assist the customer and strives to provide a high level of customer service. See them at sites D23 and 24 at the Field Days.

Katek Fertilisers Queensland Sugar Limited QSL is a leader in raw sugar marketing and logistics, working on behalf of more than 3000 Australian cane growers and seven milling companies to export Queensland raw sugar to refineries around the world. Our core priority is to maximise returns for our grower and miller members. Our four key service areas are: Pricing – QSL manages a number of ‘pools’ which allow growers and millers to price their raw sugar collectively and share the revenues and costs associated with marketing that raw sugar. Financing – QSL operates a comprehensive currency and sugar hedging program to assist our members sell in the international

marketplace and access forward pricing. QSL also manages the advances periodic payment system which provides cash flow for QSL members before, during and after the crushing season. Marketing – QSL typically markets 3 million tonnes of raw sugar directly to customers in Asia, New Zealand, the USA and Europe each year. Logistics – QSL operates six bulk sugar terminals across Queensland with a combined storage capacity of 2.5 millions tonnes of raw sugar. We manage the shipping for the majority of export sales and control the loading processes at each port, ensuring our customers receive a reliable and consistent supply of raw sugar. QSL staff will be available at site C18 at the Field Days.

Cairns Value Solar Cairns Value Solar supplies some of the best solar systems for on and off the grid installations at great prices. Specialising in commercial systems, Cairns Value Solar offers huge returns for a minimal investments, with returns improving annually as electricity prices increase. With a well-known Tableland representative and good old fashioned onsite service, Cairns Value Solar help you

Katek Fertilisers Australia specialise in naturally composted, biologically active fertilisers. They offer four main lines - Super Growth, Organic Fertilizer, Super Grass and Potting Mix. The signature product, Katek Super Growth is an organic slow release fertiliser and courtesy of a natural manufacturing process unique to Katek, it is packed with live, healthy microbe cultures and rich in

save money and electricity. Cairns Value Solar can also supply solar, heat free skylights, using solar panels and low voltage LED lighting. Suitable for self-fitting – no electrician is required - as well as Voltage Stabilisation at sensational prices. These offer huge returns on investment. See them at site G7 at the Field Days.

organic compounds, plant vitamins, humic and fulvic acids. Katek Super Growth does not burn the plant, therefore, it can be applied directly to the active root zone without wastage, loss or leaching effect. The Super Growth product significantly improves cation exchange capacity in the root zone and will increase the soil's water retention. See them at site B6 at the Field Days.

Your local Regional Natural Resource Management bodies have joined forces in a huge exhibit tailored to all primary producers, hobby farmers, conservationists and anyone interested in NRM Visit Terrain NRM, Northern Gulf Resource Management Group and Cape York NRM at the 2013 Rotary FNQ Field Day. We’re happy to have a chat and provide information on; · weeds · soils · landcare · salinity · property mapping · traditional knowledge · and more · feral animals Find us right next to the CFI Tent Site 6A/7A

Allclear Gutter Guard Allclear Gutter Guard sells and installs a range of metal gutter guards for domestic and business needs. Its products do away with the dangerous and sometimes expensive chore of cleaning out the gutters each year and stop the gutters rusting through quickly due to water draining properly. Servicing Far North Queensland and based in Cairns and Townsville, Allclear Gutter Guard offers quality Bluescope steel guards and alloy and steel mesh products, experienced local fitters, prompt local service and written product warranties. The Allclear Gutter Guard products are available for all types of metal roof-

ing plus tiles and are a must if you rely on water tanks. Take advantage of a great free-fitting offer for all sales made from their site B15 over the field days. It could save you up to $400 for an average four-bedroom house. Product displays will be available and appointments are easily arranged by leaving your name and contact details for a free home quote at your convenience.

Regional NRM bodies seek funding to support farmers and communities to care for the environment. We all want sustainable and resilient landscapes, which is the foundation of healthy people and communities and we’re here to help make that happen.

See them at site B15 at the Field Days.

Page 31

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Ranbuild Sheds The OneStop Shed Shop is the Ranbuild Sheds dealer for the Tablelands, Cairns and Far North Queensland region. With a guarantee of better sheds and bigger choice, Ranbuild have been delivering superior quality buildings for more than 55 years. Located at the Mareeba Industrial Park, Ranbuild have a vast range of designs to meet all expectations for any type of shed. Now you may think that a shed is a shed but after the recent weather conditions many found out this was not the case. Ranbuild is an accredited shed safe dealer. This means the customer can have complete confidence that all designs are of the highest quality and comply with the latest Building Code of Australia. The OneStop Shed Shop prides itself on offering a product backed by the

strength of Bluescope as well as putting as much local content into our sheds as possible. Sales consultant Dave Byrne said several points of difference set Ranbuild apart from other shed companies. "Firstly we have a full time contractor to erect our sheds," Mr Byrne said. "He knows exactly what he is doing and all sheds are finished to the same high standard guaranteed. "Secondly if you buy a fully erected shed or a kit your Gliderol Roller Doors are supplied and professionally fitted for you by Easylift Cairns our preferred supplier for 23 years." Whether it be a kit or fully erected job we can give you a great backyard storage shed, a workshop, a commercial shed, a farm shed or a shed you can call a home.

Page 32

Foresto and Emmerson Smash Repairs offers a comprehensive repair service vehicle repairs. The well established business is the only repairer on the Tablelands offering a complete repair process

from towing, computerised chassis measurement, using the latest inverter welding equipment and waterbased paint technology. Also offered is a latest state of the art spray on tray lining which can

also be applied to machinery, water craft and industrial equipment. See them at site C15 at the Field Days.

See them at site L7 at the Field Days.

Cook Shire Council Cook Shire is one of the most diverse and picturesque regions of Queensland. Cooktown sits at the foot of Mt Cook, at the heart of the magnificent Endeavour River and just a stone's throw to the Great Barrier Reef. The Cook Shire communities of Cooktown and Laura are open all year round with fully sealed access. Visit between the months of December and March to find that many natural elements come alive with activity and beauty. Creeks are full of fish, plants are thriving, the birds are in abundance and you may even be lucky enough to spot the elusive Bennett’s Tree Kangaroo in its natural habitat. With the barramundi season open in February, those with a passion for fishing will find Cooktown the perfect spot to ‘bag a barra’. Cooktown offers something for everyone. A unique history began in 1770 with the arrival of James Cook and then 100 years later with the Palmer River gold rush. Step back in time as you stroll down the main street. There are museums, heritage buildings, traditional old pubs,

Foresto & Emmerson Smash Repairs

an Historical Society that houses a fascinating display from the early days or visit the Boathouse where the Re-enactment Association has celebrated the arrival of Captain Cook for the past 53 years. Get out and about at the numerous beaches, waterfalls and magnificent bushwalking trails that Cook Shire communities have to offer, including one of the oldest Botanic Gardens in Queensland. For the adventurous folk there are fishing trips to the reef or up rivers, take a croc spotting tour or visit some authentic Aboriginal rock art sites. Or why not simply relax, sit back, and watch the sunset over the Endeavour River from the newly redeveloped Grassy Hill lookout – truly the most stunning 360 degree views. Come and explore the beauty of Cook Shire all year round. Take an easy four hour drive from Cairns or 45 minutes by plane to arrive in a truly unique destination. Learn about this and more at the Cook Shire Council site M5 at the Field Days.

Mega Cheap Hardware

For all your hardware needs, look no further than Mega Cheap Hardware. The family owned and operated business was started in 2005 and offers a complete range of hardware lines including tools, auto supplies, garden supplies rope, cutting disc, wheels, household items and many more. Megacheap Hardware is rapidly growing and endeavours to provide customers with quality hardware at Mega Cheap prices and outstanding cus-

tomer service. Its large range of products are directly imported which provides the customer with amazing savings. The Mega Cheap Hardware has a permanent shop-front, sells online and also visits markets, swap meets, agricultural shows and field days. See them for the first time at this year's Field Days at site G25, H24 and H25.

Ireland’s Motor Dealers Irelands Motor Dealers of Cairns is celebrating 90 years in business this year - 90 years of sales, service and support for the communities of Cairns and surrounding districts. With a brand new, state-of-the-art sales and service facilities and factory trained technicians, Ireland's Motor Dealers are leaders in the industry.

From their showrooms on Mulgrave Road, they sell and service some of the big guns of the national and international automotive industry including Holden, HSV, Mitsubishi, Ralliart, Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Fiat Professional and Isuzu Trucks. Ireland's Motor Dealers has been a proud supporter of local business-

es, community organisations, sporting groups, schools & educational institutions and charities See them at site A23 at the Field Days where they will have new vehicles on display and sales people on hand to answer all of your questions.

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Alinad Aust Pty Ltd

Pro-Active Engineering Pro-Active Engineering supplies Steelmaster sheds. • SAFETY - Steelmaster Sheds are strong enough to stand up to cyclones and tornados. • DIY - They are easy to assemble (by two people) and 80% of all sheds sold erected by the owners. • ECONOMICAL – Easily extended as the need arises. • VERSATILE - Steelmaster sheds are designed for a broad range of applications including garages, workshops, agricultural, farm sheds, bulk storage and industrial. • INDIVIDUAL - The steel buildings provide a versatile clear-

span structure that can be transformed to meet housing and accommodation needs. • HEALTHY – No internal structure therefore no roosting space for lice carrying birds. • SECURE – Grade 8 bolts and nuts, not screws (Cannot be accessed with a battery drill). • Local help and advice is available from the team at Pro-Active Engineering. See them at site R4 where they will have a 6m x 3m high arch on display. See more information at www.steelmasterusa.com

Sheps Outfitters Sheps Outfitters offers country clothing – with a difference. A newcomer to the Tableland business scene since 2011, Sheps Outfitters stocks a wide range of mens, ladies, girls and boys country clothing and fashion accessories. If its a watch you are after, a belt, western handbag or riding boots, Sheps Outfitters can fit you out. And don't forget the

good old fashioned customer service. Sheps Outfitters will have specials galore for field days customers including unisex coloured work shirts, mens Wrangler jeans, mens and ladies waterproof lace up boots, ladies handbags and ladies bling jeans. See them at site P4 at the Field Days.

FNQ Performance Distributors FNQ Performance Distributors provides wholesale and retail oils and additives including coolants, greases, lubricants, aerosols and filters and everything else a busy mechanical workshop needs. Locally owned and operated, FNQ Performance Distributors services the region from Cardwell in the south to Thursday Island in the north and the gulf

region west. Its wide range of products is backed up by friendly knowledgeable staff who are dedicated to excellent customer service. A fuel treatment demonstration will be available, along with a display of Teng Tools and a grease gun comparison, at their site F18 and F19 at this year's Field Days.

Alinad Australia promotes and sells innovative Japanese made massage equipment and luxurious massage chairs. Offering the latest model of most advanced technologically and medically Japanese therapy chairs and portable Japanese therapy equipment, all products come with a five year guarantee. The equipment works on the central nervous system enlarges the blood vessels in the body and improves normal and healthy blood circulation.

The massaging action with adjustable intensity stimulates the muscles allowing them to contract, thus improving blood circulation. The relaxing effect of heat and massage on the central nervous system assists in releasing nervous tension and makes relaxing easier and more natural. Through collaborations with established manufacturers, Allinad customers can enjoy a re-

laxing muscle massage and feel like a new person after using one of their products. Special promotion prices will be available for Field Days visitors so come along at site B1.

Clark Equipment Sales Clark Equipment distributes construction, agricultural and materials handling equipment to the major sectors of the Australian economy. They are the national distributor for leading brands including Bobcat, Doosan, Doosan Portable Power, Sakai, Clark Forklifts, McCormick Tractors and more. All equipment is fully supported from the national branch network of 22 locations in metropolitan and regional centres across Australia, with high parts availability and service support from factory trained technicians.

Clark Equipment is more than just an equipment dealer. It is an equipment designer and manufacturer (Omega Heavy Forklift trucks are designed and manufactured in Sydney), which gives Clark Equipment a unique insight into how equipment will function in the field and how to keep it operating. It also gives Clark Equipment a better understanding of OHS, compliance, standards, market trends and other issues facing the industry. As a national distributor, Clark Equipment is also responsible for identifying the right equipment

brands and ranges and bringing them to market to satisfy customer requirements. As national distributor, it also means better aftermarket support for customers, through higher levels of parts availability than a dealer can offer (22 branch locations carry parts inventories, and are supported from a central parts distribution centre in Sydney) and technicians who are trained by the factory which manufactured the equipment. See them at site D18 and 19 at the Field Days.

Queensland Enviro Solutions Queensland Enviro Solutions is North Queensland's premium solar energy solution provider. Its mission is to supply the public with good honest information so that the public can make to best and informed choices before they act and to create awareness that conservation is more than just electricity. Queensland Enviro Solutions offer a flexible and long lasting solution that will ultimately reduce your energy costs. It is a Blueline solar premium and Australian Solar Panel distributor, giving it access to Australia’s leading solar pv systems. Whether it is for the home, commercial, hot water or remote power supplies, Queensland Enviro Solutions has all you need. See what some of their customers have to say. "Our first contact with QES was an enquiry about solar power, as with everyone always looking at ways of reducing the power bill, especially as we are getting older. Anyway appointment made with

a sales rep, Michael Price whom we found extremely helpful and showed us a great video on the product and how it all works. We were very impressed and signed up there and then for 12 panels etc. "The office ladies gave me a welcome call and explained the process to follow as well as kept me informed regarding the installation date. The guys who came and did the installation were also great, very professional and helpful and explained everything to me very simply and answered all my questions without getting impatient. Since then have had two power bills both with nothing to pay!! So well done to the sales rep who obviously, through his homework and experience, got us the right system. Since then we have had an air-conditioner installed. Same pleasant experience." Andrin Wilson, Whiterock, Cairns. “At first, we had looked into another Solar Company in Cairns. They signed us up, put up a sign at the front of our home, and then

we heard nothing for over a year. Then an advertisement in The Cairns Post caught our eye. It was Queensland Enviro Solutions. The contact by the office, right from the start where they booked the appointment for the energy assessment, to the final courtesy call was consistent and prompt. The office kept in contact with us during the process and kept us up to date regarding any changes. Our installer, Joggie had a very clean and tidy appearance and was friendly from the time he first knocked on our door, right up until weeks after the installation, when he calls to see how it’s all going. The installation happened a week earlier than scheduled; this was great – particularly after we had waited a year previously!" Craig and Colleen Benson, Edmonton. See Queensland Enviro Solutions at site I8 and I9 at the Field Days.

Page 33

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Westpac

Weed Gunnel offers a range of different agricultural fabrics specifically manufactured to address growers concerns. Weed Gunnel weed control matting allows excellent air and water flow through the matt keeping soil aerobic while stopping weed growth. The product is available in different widths and colours. A second product, horticultural fleece, will also be available on display. Horticultural

Weed Gunnel

fleece is designed to create a microclimate around crops extending the growing season and also helps to minimise damage from insects and extreme weather such as heat and wind. Degradable banana bags are also available. See the entire product range at the Weed Gunnel site Q3 at the Field Days.

Westpac - Australia's First Bank - offers a full suite of banking, finance, investment, superannuation and risk insurance products and services. Ranked in the top ten of sustainable companies in the world, the team of local, friendly staff at Westpac branches on the Tablelands leave no stone unturned to

ensure customers needs are met. Come in and meet Mark Watkins, Head Distiller and sample Mount Uncle Distillery’s new products.

See them at site B4 at this year's Field Days.

TECHNI-2000

repair aluminium, without the need for specialised equipment.

Techni-2000 sells and demonstrates aluminium brazing rods. The rod is a simple and easy way to

Techni-2000 is a first time exhibitor at the field days and will be offering demonstrations at site B18.

Nyleetta Brahman Stud Nyleetta Brahman Stud has been providing Brahman genetics to North Queensland since 1981. With extensive use of artificial insemination, the stud has been able to produce cattle that are well suited to northern pastures. The main focus has been firmly fixed on genetics that provide practical cattle which produce beef efficiently. This includes sought after traits such as fertility, feed con-

version and constitution. Nyleetta Brahman Stud produces red and grey Brahman bulls as well as registered stud females. Cattle from Nyleetta Brahman Stud find their way to the Northern Territory, northern New South Wales and Gulf area. See them in the cattle arena at the Field Days.

Tens Pain Relief

Tens Pain Relief supplies Tens machines for all sorts of pain including back, knee, neck, sciatica and childbirth Demonstrations will be available at site C2 at this year's Field Days.

A.S.K 4 ice cream A.S.K 4 Ice Cream is a local clean cut mobile ice cream outlet specialising in out door shows and events in the North Queensland region. Their passion is to provide a fantastic experience and delicious product. A.S.K 4 Ice cream offers a delicious menu of soft serve ice

creams with a wide selection of toppings and other popular snacks. The vans are easily movable and supply their power which provides flexibility to meet all sorts of events and shows. See them at site L5 at the Field Days.

AUDiOHEALTH

SALES | PARTS | SERVICE

FNQ Field Days - Quarter Page - 2013.indd 1

Page 34

Quality ISO 9001

2/05/2013 4:00:36 PM

AUDiOHEALTH is a leader in hearing aid technology and invisible hearing solutions and also stock a range of water resistant and dust proof products. The family owned clinic works with a variety of brands to best accommodate client’s needs. AUDiOHEALTH offer hearing services, audiology, hearing tests, hearing devices including sales, service and on going sup-

port, workplace hearing assessments, swim plugs and noise plugs. AUDiOHEALTH can be contacted on 1800 301 231. See them at site M6 at the Field Days.

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

PassionTech Solutions Pty Ltd

Bluescope Water Australia BlueScope Water Tanks is a leading manufacturer of water storage tanks ranging from 12,000 litres to 15 million litres. BlueScope Water Tanks are available for rural, light industrial, commercial, mining and gas markets both in Australia and overseas. BWA is a wholly owned subsidiary of BlueScope Steel Ltd, the llargest steel manufacturing company in Australia and New Zealand.

Leading brands include Pioneer Water Tanks, Waterpoint and Pilbara Tanks. All water storage tanks have the necessary structural engineering to suit remote rural, earthquake zones, cyclonic regions or heavy industrialised sites. Designs comply with the relevant clauses for Australian Standards. See them at site sites H8 to H10.

Northern Skills Alliance organisation Training Northern Skills Alliance will be at this year's field days. The business specialises in delivering flexible training to meet clients

needs in regional and remote areas. Northern Skills Alliance carries out extensive consultation with clients to develop appropriate training packages for their needs. Staff travel to remote areas to deliver training (not class room based) and programs are structured

to achieve widest possible employment opportunities for participants Northern Skills Alliance offers training across a diverse range of qualifications and courses and has a reputation for providing quality training. Qualifications are offered in general construc-

Inventor’s Competition

tion, tourism, training and assessment, forestry, agriculture, horticulture, conservation and land management and accredited courses. At their site H29, Northern Skills Alliance will provide portable sawmill demonstrations.

The 2013 Rotary FNQ Field Days is giving local inventors the platform to take their ideas to the next level with exposure to thousands of potential customers. Entries in the North Queensland Register Inventors Contest vie for a cash prize and financial assistance to contest the national finals and an exposure to thousands of potential customers at the Australian National Field Days competition in Orange, NSW, later this year.

PassionTech Solutions is a family owned and operated engineering consulting company specialising in providing expert water and energy solutions, information and communication technology solutions and lubrication products and accessories. Started in Mareeba 2009, the business offers household and farm pressure pumps, firefighters, bore pumps, greywater systems, irrigation (sprinklers, pipe, hose, fittings, controllers & accessories), solar panels, chargers, inverters, batteries and accessories and lubricants by Synforce. Information and computer technology is also available. PassionTech Solutions can help you with the design of your

The competition is open to inventions valued under and over $1000. “Each year in the competition we receive an amazing array of entries from some very smart inventors,” competition coordinator John Hardy said. Mr Hardy said the competition provided a perfect opportunity for inventors to gain exposure for their invention and network with industry.

Blue Leg, Damien Farrell (Kidston Canvas) The Blue Leg is a PVC vinyl leg cover with the added protection of a padded knee and shin area. It was invented two years ago for the cattle industry to use when dehorning cattle. The PVC vinyl protects the leg from being covered in blood and the flap over the boots stops the blood from getting in your boot. The padded knee and shin section protects that

The swag is an award winning, go-anywhere, safety response kit made to suit Australian conditions, invented by Mareeba’s Tracey Beikoff. Water resistant and made from 12oz canvas, the swag boasts quality materials and is a one-stop emergency shop for anyone working and playing in the Aussie outdoors. Cleverly designed to tag along with you whatever you’re doing, it can be attached to a saddle, motorbike, four-wheeler, utility or even machinery. The swag itself is also registered as a medical device and can be used as a sling, splint, compression device and a water bag, giving peace of mind

The PassionTech Solutions exhibit at F11 will have a solar water pumping display on show.

He said each entrant would receive exposure from the Field Days to exhibitors and businesses, more than 10,000 members of the public who are expected to visit the two day event, and industry experts. Winners of both categories will receive free entry into the 2013 Tropical Innovation Awards, valued at $100, while all entries receive a free multimedia publicity program. Read more on some of the entries.

Swarf Magi c™, Tony Nation

area from bruising and cuts when dehorning. Damien developed the leg after a similar design was brought to his attention by Lincoln and Don Condon, Conjuboy Station, Greenvale. Kidston Canvas has modified it to cover Workplace Health and Safety needs. The leg has design clips around the waist and behind the legs with fast release buckle to take it on and off.

Th e Original Rescue Swag, Tracey Beikoff

next irrigation project, grid-connect or off-grid solar energy system, website, smartphone application or customised control system. PassionTech Solutions will design systems to your exact specifications, supply quality components and if required, can oversee implementation on-site. The PassionTech Solutions directors are professional engineers with extensive industry knowledge and experiences across various engineering disciplines.

Swarf Magic™ is designed to collect the die punchings from your nibbler. It has a small and compact design which will allow you to use your nibbler in many different circumstances. It is the brainchild of inventor Tony Nation, a builder of 35 years experience. Swarf Magic™ speeds up job times and prevents swarf going into any steel framed structures and creating rust.

No more swarf getting stuck in your boots and no mess when cutting indoors. Swarf Magic™ is a perfect toolbox addition for any tradesman who uses sheet metal or tin plate including builders, plumbers, sheet metal workers, fabricators and many more from the industry. The Swarf Magic™ is made by the very same people who use it day-to-day.

Preg Tes ting Arm, Damien Farrell (Kid ston Canvas)

well beyond a normal first aid kit. From snake bite to broken limbs and dehydration, the Rescue Swag has you covered. There are four custom kits to choose from: Equine/ Human, Canine/Human, Bike and the Outback.

The Preg Testing Arm is a PVC vinyl apron, invented two years ago for the cattle industry to use when preg testing and artificially inseminating cattle.

Damien developed the arm after being approached by professional preg testing contractor, Russell Lethbridge, to modify one he had been using.

The PVC vinyl apron protects you from getting covered in cow manure and reduces the chances of infection for you and your employees.

The arm has a velcro arm band that holds the plastic glove in place and a fast release buckle to take it on and off.

Page 35

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

Atherton Mower and Chainsaw Atherton Mower and Chainsaw celebrates its 6th birthday at the FNQ Rotary Field Days and welcomes visitors to join in the festivities. Whether you need a rideon mower to tackle the threeweek long lawn, a quad bike to check the fences or a generator as a back up electricity supply, Atherton Mower and Chainsaw offers a complete sales, parts and repair service for all small engines. Owners Stewart and Rachel Grandcourt lead a team of skilled experts who understand the needs of the Tableland and Far North Queensland community when it comes to small engines, so much so that the range of equipment has been handselected to meet the region's unique environmental and climatic conditions. Boasting the largest small engine product range on the Tablelands, Atherton Mowers and Chainsaw deal exclusively with some of the most

trusted small engine makes in Australia. They stock Honda, Husqvarna and Greenfield products in all things small engine – ride-on mowers, push mowers, chainsaws, brushcutters and whipper snippers, but to name a few. As certified agents for the three, Atherton Mower and Chainsaw staff keep abreast of the latest industry developments through technical and sales training. Along with sales, Atherton Mower and Chainsaw staff are also trained to carry out all routine maintenance and repairs - a key point of difference that sets them apart from other small engine retailers. "We keep most of the wear parts for our major brands in stock so customers can be assured that repairs can be carried out swiftly, efficiently," Rachel said. Atherton Mower and Chainsaw use its buying

power on genuine parts to achieve savings for the customer. Now not all customers are seasoned users of small engines so the staff from Atherton Mower and Chainsaw are happy to oblige. They offer complete product training on purchases to ensure customers walk out confident with their purchase and how to use it. The first service is free on all power equipment and there is a pick up and delivery service across the Tablelands. Recognising a gap in the market, Atherton Mower and Chainsaw expanded their product line several years ago into the ATV market and now offer a complete range of KYMCO ATVs from their Tolga Road showroom. The Grandcourts are enthusiastic supporters of the local community and, as members of the Atherton Rotary Club, have been attend-

ing the field days for many years. "We know the good work that volunteer-run organisations like Rotary do for the community so it was a natural step for us to join the Atherton club and become involved in its fundraising work," Rachel explained. Atherton Mower and Chainsaw also offer an online store, so you can purchase from the comfort of your home. Atherton Mower and Chainsaw is sponsoring a prize - a $4000 MXU 150 Quad bike - in the field days art union and have tickets available for sale at their site 16 and 17. Atherton Mower and Chainsaw will have an extensive range of Honda generators, mowers, brushcutters and quad bikes on display.

Come and visit Atherton Mower and Chainsaw owners Stewart and Rachel Grandcourt at the Field Days

Atherton Mower and Chainsaw sites 16 and 17 at the Field Days.

Y A D D L FIE HONDA BRUSH CUTTER

HONDA PUSH MOWER

WAS $369

NOW $299

UMS425

HRU19K

HUSQVARNA CHAINSAW

236E

WAS $799

NOW $699

GREAT DEALS!

NOW $299

HONDA EU20i GENERATORS

DEALS ON KYMCO QUADBIKES & HUSQVARNA RIDE-ONs

SEE US 55 TOLGA ROAD, ATHERTON QLD. 4883 AT SITES 16 & 17 TELEPHONE: (07) 4091 7499 • FAX: (07) 4091 7488 EMAIL: sales@athertonmowers.com.au

Page 36

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

The Rack’n Stack Warehouse

The Rack’n Stack Warehouse offers clients clever storage solutions. With a competitively priced product range, the staff take pride in walking customers through every stage of their purchase, from the initial sales enquiry through to installation. The Rack’n Stack Warehouse was established in Cairns in 2007 in response to the racking and shelving market being dominated by a small number of large players. The business

expanded rapidly as products were sourced directly from the best manufacturers overseas and locally. The Rack’n Stack Warehousenow has branches in Cairns, Townsville, Mackay, North Brisbane, Darwin and Alice Springs. A visit to a Rack’n Stack Warehouse showroom will open your eyes to the many options available in storage. There are examples of vertical storage solutions at work, pallet racking, cantilever racking for

long awkward products, long span shelving, economical rivet shelving, the fantastic range of workbenches to suit every application and, of course, parts and material handling products. Rack’n Stack Warehouse believes customers deserve great products and outstanding service, which won’t cost the earth. Their promise is to “always deliver” and they achieve this through free quotes, installation service, site surveys, technical support and a delivery service. The Rack’n Stack Warehouse customers range from large companies like Mitre 10 megastores to local tradespeople and the homemaker. Rack’n Stack has become the preferred choice in bulk storage and heavy duty shelving solutions. Customer service is a priority for The Rack ‘n’ Stack Warehouse and the company is extremely mindful of its

performance. The Rack’n Stack Warehouse has developed an environment where the customers’ needs, wants and aspirations are not only met, but exceeded. After a gruelling and exhaustive eight-month testing program, The Rack’n Stack Warehouse recently completed the AS4084-2012 Testing. While other pallet racking and shelving companies claim compliance to this standard, The Rack’n Stack Warehouse can supply documented proof of this claim. By getting shelving or racking professionally installed customers can be sure they are making use of every inch of available storage space. The quick and efficient service means minimal disruption to day to day operations and comfort in that the system will be safe and cost effective. See The Rack’n Stack Warehouse team at sites G13 and G14 at the Field Days.

Yuruga Nursery and Clonal Solutions Australia Yuruga Nursery and Clonal Solutions Australia is a well-established business on the Atherton Tablelands. The nursery sells plants for windbreaks, screens and gardens along with tissue culture bananas, coffee seedlings, timber trees, papaya, pongamia and other crops and improved clonal varieties for forestry, agriculture, horticulture and bio-fuels. From its large-scale tissue culture laboratory, Yuruga commercialises new clonal varieties in agriculture, horticulture, forestry and bio-fuels. It invests heavily in research and development of new crop and elite plant genetics. See them at site B13.

Wh e is th re ser v e di f fere ice nce!

RACKING, SHELVING AND MATERIALS HANDLING SPECIALISTS!

Pallet Racking long SPan Shelving cantileveR Racking WoRkbencheS budget Shelving RaiSed FlooR aReaS The Rack ’n Stack Warehouse aims to offer our clients clever storage solutions. Our product range is competitively priced and we take pride in the fact that it is our team of people who work directly with our clients, from our Sales Manager through to installation. We also have recently completed the AS4084-2012 Testing. So come and meet our friendly team who will only be to happy to talk storage!

10 Commercial Place (Cnr Ishmael Road), Earlville, Cairns, Qld. 4870 Phone: (07) 4054 0688 - Fax: (07) 4054 7161 SITES: Where service is the difference! G13-14 www.racknstackwarehouse.com.au Page 37

2013 rotary fnq field days may 29-30

The Australian Taxation Office The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) will be at the Field Days to provide information and answer questions about the recent changes to fuel tax credits as well as a range of other business related tax topics. Printed information will be available and visitors will also be able to order publications

on the days. The exhibit will have internet enabled laptops which visitors can use to either order publications online or, if they are not available on the day, they can browse the ATO website. Promotional products will also be given away. This is the first time the ATO has exhibited at the Field Days for some years. See them at site C21.

Community Health – Spanner in the Works Mareeba Community Health along with a range of other health agencies from across the Tablelands, will be providing a Men’s Health screening and information service at this year’s Rotary Field Days. ”Spanner in the Works” Program will provide participants with a wealth of information and the opportunity to talk to health professionals and gain advice on men’s health issues. Supported by the Mareeba Men’s Shed come along and chat to the friendly staff, ask questions and have a brief health check while you enjoy the field day. Look out for us at site F20.

TGB ATV

Husqvarna Motors TGB ATV’s introduce Australia’s first ‘Crossover” tray back ATV, the Blade 550 AR IRS 4x4, at this year's field days. This exciting new model in the line-up of TGB ATV’s is based on the Blade 550 IRS 4x4 featuring the same high quality components. The drive has been taken care of by a modern liquid cooled 4-stroke single cylinder engine with 503cc displacement. In combination with the full automatic C.V.T. with High/Low Range, Neutral, Reverse & Engine Braking the engine delivers high performance with low fuel consumption. Assisting the drive train is the locking differential fitted standard to the Blade 550 ensuring forward momentum is main-

tained even in the most challenging of terrain and traction conditions. The easy access, on demand, electronic differential lock and 2WD/4WD mode selector switch provides the rider full steering control throughout the mode selection process. The 550 AR features IRS, a fully independent multi link rear suspension with spring preload adjustment offering the rider increased levels of comfort and stability. The spring preload feature also provides adjustment to cater for variations in cargo requirements. Protection of the ATV are taken care by a long list of standard features including a full coverage front brush bar link mounted to the standard heavy duty front rack for

enhanced impact resistance, drive train protection guards including, constant velocity joint protection for extreme conditions and heavy duty 6 ply tyres. These features are complemented by a tow bar with a towing capacity of 500kg and a 3000 lb winch with handle bar control fitted standard. The point what makes the new 550 AR even more outstanding in the Australian ATV market, is the huge tray back. With a size for 1200 x 900 x 280 mm (L x W x H) and a 200 kg carrying capacity including gas assisted lift, it has the industry leading unmatched cargo bed for an ATV. See them at site N3 at the Field Days.

SAVANNAH PUTS THE LIFE BACK INTO LIFESTYLE! Do you recall a time when you could just head out in search of adventure at the drop of a hat? When all you had to do was lock the door, wave goodbye to the neighbours and leave ...

AC Backrubs

You still can ... if you live at Savannah Lifestyle Resorts!

No Deferred Management Fees No Capital Gains retention Pet Friendly

ALL GOOD THINGS COME TO AN END! FREE AIR CONDITIONING, FREE DISHWASHER AND FREE WINDOW DRESSINGS

ONLY 8 PROMOTIONAL PACKAGES VALUED AT OVER $15,000 EACH REMAINING

AC Backrubs provides parasite control for livestock. The certified organic products include parasite control and Queensland Itch for horses. AC Backrubs also stock nut

NQ Engineering and Fabrication Pty ltd

fice f O ay s les

Sa pen 7 D pm

O m - 4 - l o ve d 10and pre ilable a va Newomes a h

Savannah LIFESTYLE RESORTS MAREEBA

(07) 4092 3500 Page 38

36 Anzac Avenue, Mareeba, QLD 4880 www.savannahresorts.com.au

busters – a safe nut cracker for all nuts. Displays and demonstrations of these products will be available that the AC Backrubs site J6 at this year's Field Days.

NQ Engineering and Fabrication is a local engineering specialist with proven experience. From all aspects of design through to complete delivery and practical completion, NQEF manage fabrication and construction of all steel, aluminium and stainless steel products. A complete in-house service delivers customised results, meeting the exact specifications of customers.

NQEF uses 3D AutoCAD to customise drawings to meet customer requirements. This creates an opportunity for customers to individually select and adjust any aspect of fabrication to meet their needs. All drawings are completed to engineering standards and meet all Australian standards and building codes. NQEF specialise in Silverback custom built ute trays - the highest quality hot-dipped galvanised products manufactured from Australian steel. NQEF are exclusive distributors of Boelube, a product that fights friction at the interface of the cutting-edge and the work piece. It works to significantly increase the life of consumables and equipment. NQEF are the North Queensland agents for sales, spare parts and servicing for Hiab, Unic, Maxilift, Zepro and Tailgate Lifters. No job is too big or too small. See them at site D20 at this year's Field Days.

Why become a Rotarian?

The magic of Rotary is that it allows ordinary people to achieve the most extraordinary things. By using the powerful synergy of one, people unite to achieve exceptional change local and globally. Many ordinary members of Rotary have developed projects that brought significant change to the world. Around the world there are 1,210,047 Rotarians and 1,164 clubs in Australia. For more one than hundred years, ordinary people around the world have been giving to humanity through Rotary International. Rotary was founded on fellowship, an ideal that remains a major attraction of membership today. Mareeba and Atherton club members enjoy the camaraderie with like-minded professionals. As this exhibitor guide goes to print, over 200 Rotarians locally from the Tablelands and Northern Australia district are gathering in Dili, Timor Leste for a conference and building a kindergarten for the locals.

MAREEBA ROTARY CLUB INNOVATIVE, FLEXIBLE AND FUN!!

ATHERTON ROTARY CLUB EXPERIENCE & DEDICATION

What we do is… gather ordinary people to achieve the most extraordinary things while having tonnes of FUN along the way! Mareeba Rotary has changed, and has embraced innovation and flexibility. Come and join us today - we promise you will love it!

PROJECTS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE:

• Friends of Mareeba Hospital Foundation to assist the future construction of a children’s playground at the Mareeba Hospital • Part of the proceeds from the 2011 field days was donated to the foundation and this went towards the purchase and installation of 44 televisions and nurses call entertainment units for the hospital’s East Ward and children’s ward • Kutchera Station Bushfire appeal • Rotary Tasmanian Bushfire Appeal • Mareeba Swimming Pool Fun & fellowship and all for a common cause.

Raising funds for Rotary Global Swimarathon to help End Polio World Wide.

Supporting local charities, Mareeba Meals on Wheels in the 2012 Great Wheelbarrow Race.

Gulf Blaze Aid for the Georgetown graziers: $85,000 to date plus tens of thousands more in in-kind support.

PROJECTS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE:

• ODA orphanage and schools in Cambodia • Digby and Anne Hoyal to assist in training nurses for their hospital in Nepal • Purchasing a bladder scan machine for the hospital in Atherton at a cost of $15,500

The youth in our community are the future of Rotary.

Chartered their first Interact Club at Atherton State High School.

Restoration of the Rocky Creek igloo.

STATUS REPORT: 99% POLIO-FREE Polio cases have declined rapidly since 1985, but the fight isn’t over. Polio is a crippling and potentially fatal infectious disease, and for as little as US 60¢, a child can be protected against the virus for life. If we don’t finish the fight right now, more than 10 million children under the age of five could be paralyzed by polio in the next 40 years.

Major Attractions / Program Program

E ON THE MAIN STAG

, 2013 Wednesday May 29 m Chairperson 11.00am: Welcome fro cial Opening Colin Messervy & Offi de by Sheps Outfitters 11.30am: Fashion Para t by local performers, en m in rta te En : m 0p .3 From 12 tions groups and demonstra 03 Thursday May 30, 21 ndigo Bank Rural Bank Be f ef Bo dy Ru : am 8.30 tural trends, speaker. Topic: Agricul onment and current economic envir ture & Future of the impacts on Agricul ard Agriculture moving forw de by Sheps Outfitters 11.00am: Fashion Para ers, inment by local perform rta te En : on No 12 om Fr tions groups and demonstra ventors Award Winner 3.00pm - 4.00pm: - In Announcement ent - Best Site Announcem Prizes - Drawing of Ar t Union rperson - Event Closing by Chai or and Events Co-ordinat

d n a s n o i t c a Attr s y a l p s i D Interactive

Tractor Pull Demonstration

Wednesday 10.30am & 2.00pm Thursday 10.30am & 2.00pm

Tractor pulls are very pop

Shark Shredder Demonstration At the Tractor Pull Area

Antique Tracto r & Stationery Engine Display - Much bigger than ever!

s Inventor n io it t e p m Co

ular world wide.

CHILDREN’S AREA:

Sand Wizards, Animal Zoo, Jumping Castle & Giant Slide!

WO O D CHOPPING

PRIZES AND GIVEAWAYS!

Bendigo Bank Draw Happening at their Stall on Day 2: WIN AN i-PAD!!

FNQ Field Days Committee Inc Art Union

ART UNION

CLOSES: 2pm 30th May 2013

DRAWN: 4pm 30th May 2013

1ST PRIZE

2nd PRIZE 3rd PRIZE ‘HIS’ & ‘HER’ PACKAGE

Mazda CX5 MAXX FWD 6-Speed Manual Wagon valued at $31,293! Including 12 months registration and delivery fees from Mareeba Mazda

‘HIS’ Package: Kymco MXU 150 Quad Bike valued at $3,990! From Atherton Mowers & Chainsaws, & ‘HER’ Package: $3,000 Jewellery Voucher! From Marama Jewellery

NZ HOLIDAY New Zealand Holiday Package valued at $3,000! Donated by

Travelexperience.com

Art Union No. 159815