TAKE A BREAK BIG WORD SEARCH CROSSWORD

and black poisonous berries (6,6)

20 a state of harmony or agreement (5)

21 a large bath with a system of underwater jets of water to massage the body (7)

22 the centre of the target in sports such as archery, shooting, and darts (5,3)

23 a self-righteously moralistic person who behaves as if they are superior to others (4)

Down

1 room available in the atmosphere immediately above the earth (8)

2 plays as a genre or style of literature (5)

4 strip (something) of its covering, possessions, or assets (6)

5 lack of moderation or restraint (12)

6 a tall reedlike water plant with a dark brown velvety cylindrical head of numerous tiny flowers (7)

Across

1 an assistant to an important person, especially a political leader (4)

3 one who performs without previous preparation (2-6)

9 to change or restore to a different or former position or state (7)

10 a bulbous spring-flowering plant of the lily family, with boldly coloured cup-shaped flowers (5)

11 the chemical element of atomic number

59, a soft silvery-white metal of the lanthanide series (12)

13 a kind of rabbit or a pika: early term no longer in scientific use (plural) (6)

15 the loud, harsh cry of a donkey or mule (3-3)

17 a low-growing evergreen Eurasian shrub with leathery leaves, small green flowers,

7 fruit or grain developed to the point of readiness for harvesting and eating (4)

8 a connection point by which firefighters can tap into a water supply (4,8)

12 becoming greater in intensity, number, amount, or volume (8)

14 relating to marriage or weddings (7)

16 a disc jockey (6)

18 an instrument with a sharp blade or set of blades, used to remove unwanted hair from the face or body (5)

19 an expanded part of a glass tube such as that forming the reservoir of a thermometer (4)14. make uniform in application or effect

16. characterised by desire

17. deprive of something necessary

18. a systematic procedure for accomplishing somethingy

19. showing earnest and eager attention

20. Italian and Spanish for “long live”

Mar 21 - Apr 19 apr 20 - may 20

May 21 - Jun 20

Puzzle Solutions

Enter digits from 1 to 9 into the blank spaces. Every row must contain one of each digit. So must every column,

This week, trusting yourself puts you on the right path. Your houses of intuition & spiritual experiences are highlighted this week. You could get a flash of intuition that makes you feel more certain about decisions. Follow your heart, you know what to do.

JUN 21 - JUL 22 sep 23 - oct 22

This week, the effort you put in pays off. Your house of travel is highlighted this week. You might be off to visit a relative or find an amazing deal on a trip you’ve been planning. Later in the week you might be revisiting something. Now is the time to follow up.

This week, a change of direction can light up your days. Your house of work & daily routines in highlighted. You might feel the urge to break free of the routines and do something different. One small thing could add the spark back to your life.

Dec 22 - Jan 19

This week, you could be busy with fun activities. You house of movement & dance is highlighted. You could have an opportunity to step outside your comfort zone and do something active and fun. You’ll be feeling light of heart and feet.

This week, you could gain a windfall. You houses of friendship & intuition are highlighted this week. You and a friend could be in sync. It’s a great time to get together, even if it takes a bit to get your schedules to line up. It’s a great time to manifest your dreams.

Weekly Horoscopes Sudoku

JUL 23 - AUG 22 oct 23 - nov 21

This week, what you focus on expands. Your houses of income & investments are highlighted. Someone could introduce you to something lucrative. You can start creating additional income sources. Awareness around financial freedom is high.

This week, a social occasion could bring joy. You houses of fun & romance are highlighted. You could meet someone new & act immediately rather than waiting. Someone you haven’t heard from since last year could come back into your life.

Jan 20 - Feb 18

This week, home is where the heart is. You house of money is highlighted. You could be tempted to make an impulse purchase. You could have the opportunity to acquire something delightful. Later in the week you could chance upon a side hustle that lights you up.

This week, you’re exploring new possibilities. Your house of career is highlighted this week. You might feel very satisfied with your job but crave some more freedom. It’s a great time to have a conversation about some changes in your schedule, compromise is key.

Aug 23 -Sep 22 nov 22 - dec 21

This week, good things are coming. Your house of relationships is highlighted. A chance encounter could have you daydreaming about possibilities. Later in the week someone could reenter your life, it’s a great chance to start fresh. Joy will follow.

This week, there could be good news. Your houses of family & home are highlighted. A family member could drop by unannounced, but not unwanted & suddenly there’s a party or celebration to be had with your nearest and dearest.

Feb 19 - Mar 20

This week, you could get a blast from the past. Your house of confidence is highlighted this week. You could find yourself doing something very uncharateristic. You might step into a leadership role that surprises yourself and the right people. Be bold and brave.

Presbyterians meet in Mareeba for worship each Sunday 10am, QCWA Hall, Wilkes Street (behind Meals on Wheels).

All welcome.

Easter Season continues on Sunday 12 March, 2023: Characters Caught Up

With the Cross #2: Judas Iscariot:

Trafficking in Treachery

“What are you willing to give me if I deliver Him to you?” (Matthew 26:15)

The 12th of March is the 128th Anniversary of a continuous Presbyterian presence in Mareeba.

Anniversary

Pasquale & Maria Tatti

09~03~2023

Happy 60th Wedding Anniversary. Love from Giovanni & Suzanne, Lina & Raymond, Frank & Nyline, Rocco & Joanne and families.

In memory of our loving Sister Isabella Briggs (Merletti)

17/05/58 – 06/03/17

BELOVED SISTER

If tears could build a stairway, And memories a lane, I’d walk right up to heaven, And bring you home again.

Always in our hearts. Your loving sisters, Angela, Lorenza, Pia Margaret and families.

Paul

McGREGOR-JONES

Late of Mareeba. Passed away peacefully at Cairns Hospital on Sunday 26th February, 2023, aged 79 years. Beloved Partner of Narelle. Dearly loved Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather of the McGregor-Jones and Pole families. Family and friends are warmly invited to attend Paul’s Celebration of Life to be held at Mareeba Leagues Club commencing at 10.30am on Friday 10th March, 2023.

1300 781 084

Trailer near new condition, 2100 x 3000 flat tray, ramps, big tool box, electric brakes, carry racks, heavy suspension, single axle. $10,000 ono

Ph: Richard 0409 971 487

2017 Maf Genesis

Fruit Grader

Very

CREAR, Walter George

30/09/1933 ~ 12/02/2023

Loved by all as Wally, Tige, Dad, Grandad and now dearly missed. Late of Tolga and recently Montville, he passed away on 12th February, 2023. Aged 89 years.

Beloved Husband of Grace and Barbara (Dec.).

Loved Father, Father-in-Law and Step-Father of Judith & Mark, Russell & Lyn, Dale & Pina, Bradley & Gayle and Donna & Graham, Karen & Peter, Linda & John. Cherished by all of his and Grace’s grandchildren and great grandchildren.

With great sadness we say farewell to Wally in a celebration of his life through a memorial service.

Family and friends of Wally are respectfully invited to attend a memorial service at Guilfoyle’s Mountain View Chapel, 3 Nasser Road, Atherton on Monday 13th March, 2023 at 2.00pm.

Guilfoyle Funeral Services

Chapels, Crematorium & Memorial Gardens

Atherton: 4091 2147 Mareeba: 4092 1013

Local Family Owned & “Entrusted for over 70 years” www.guilfoylefunerals.com.au

KUIPERS, Jenny

05/07/1934 ~ 21/02/2023

Passed away peacefully at Parklands Aged Care in Townsville.

Dearly loved Wife of Bob (Dec.). Much loved Mother of Dianne, Yvonne, Lyn, Tom (Dec.), Carolyn and Debbie. Much loved Oma to her Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren

“Mum and Dad together again after 14 years.”

Family and friends are invited to attend her Graveside Funeral Service to be held at Atherton Cemetery on Friday 10th March, 2023 commencing at 11am.

Guilfoyle Funeral Services

Chapels, Crematorium & Memorial Gardens

Atherton: 4091 2147 Mareeba: 4092 1013

Local Family Owned & “Entrusted for over 70 years” www.guilfoylefunerals.com.au

TATU 28 Plate, Offset Plough $16,500

PHONE: 0438 981 167

PETS

CAVALIER KING CHARLES PUREBRED PUPS

Male & female, ruby & ruby and white, both parents have beautiful temperaments.

$3000

P: 0408 454 686

BIN: 0001516881945

Position Vacant

PCYC Mareeba is currently seeking a passionate Support Worker Community Foundation Skills (Fixed Term, Part time, 15 hours per week, Until December 2023)

To apply go to: pcyc.bigredsky.com

Note: Blue Card ‘No Card, No Start’ Laws Apply. Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

KIMBERLEY BOAB SEEDLINGS

• Potted to 50cm (2 ft)

• Ideal Statement trees

• Grows to 5m (18 ft) in 4 years

• Deliver to Mareeba Thurs, 9th March

• Grown in Cooktown $30 EACH Text/ Phone 0409 876 418

IRTEM 4 Row Precision Planter Double disc, fertiliser boxes, brand new. $25,000

PHONE: 0438 981 167

Garage Sale

SATURDAY 11TH MARCH 8AM-12 NOON

Stan Moses Hall

Vernon Street, Atherton

Shed Erectors

Shed erectors needed. Must have own vehicle and tools. Full time work available. Immediate start. Experience required. Please Call 0418 791 096

Loader Operator/ Maintenance Driver

Applications are invited for the position of Loader Operator/Maintenance Driver to join the MSF Sugar team. This is a fixed-term, full-time position located at our Tableland Mill.

Please apply via SEEK - MSF Sugar

CASUAL/TEMPORARY COOK / KITCHENHAND

Tinaroo Environmental Education Centre (EDUCATION QLD)

Applications are invited for the positions of casual/temporary Cook/Kitchen Hand at the Tinaroo Environmental Education Centre. Applicants must be available to work week days and between the hours of 6.00am and 7.30pm.

The successful applicants will subject too:

A Working with Children Check. Confirmation of employment is conditional upon the applicant being issued with a Blue Card

Criminal History Check

For further information or to obtain a Role

Description, please contact the Business Manager by email: bsm@tinarooeec.eq.edu.au.

Applications should include resume detailing work history, any relevant qualifications and referees

Applications close on Wednesday, 15 March, 2023 at 1.00pm and should be either emailed to: bsm@tinarooeec.eq.edu.au

Or posted to:

Business Manager, Tinaroo Environmental Education Centre PO Box 65, Kairi QLD. 4872 and marked confidential

Public Notice

Proposed Development

Make a submission from: 9th March, 2023 to 29th March, 2023

AGM NOTICE

THE MAREEBA MOTOR RACING CLUB INC.

Date: 29th March, 2023

Extension to an Existing Multiple Dwelling

Where: 37 Walsh Street, Mareeba QLD 4880

On: Lot 3 on M35643

Approval Sought: Development Permit for a Material Change of Use

Application Ref: MCU/23/0003

You may obtain a copy of the application and make a submission to: Mareeba Shire Council PO Box 154 Mareeba QLD 4880 info@msc.qld.gov.au 1300 308 461 www.msc.qld.gov.au

Tuesday 14th March, 10am - 12pm

Time: 7pm Sharp @ the Mareeba Leagues Club Nominations forms available at: mbaspeedway@outlook.com

QCWA FREE SOCIAL DAY

• Cuppa & Cake • Mahjong & Puzzles

• Craft Corner & Recycled Sewing Patterns

• Poetry Reading & MUCH MORE!

All Welcome!

QWCA Hall, Yungaburra

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

RSLA (QLD) MAREEBA SUB BRANCH INC.

SATURDAY 18TH MARCH, 2023

Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the RSLA (Qld) Mareeba Sub Branch Inc. for 2022 will be held at the Mareeba Leagues Club Function Room, at the Corner of Doyle & Riordan Streets, Mareeba, on Saturday 18th March 2023 at 10:30am.

Agenda Items

Receive the previous 2021 Financial and Audit Report and present the 2022 Financial and Audit Report. Election of Board Members and appointment of Auditor and Solicitor. A general meeting will follow the AGM. Nomination forms can be obtained from the Secretary and may be posted or emailed to the Secretary Cheryl Powell Emmerson and must be received by the 11th March, 2023. Please contact the Secretary on 0400 869 426 for further information. Email: info@Mareeba.rslqld.net.au PO Box 179, Mareeba 4880

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Forms must be returned by 22/03/2023. 2023 Membership Fees are now due. Please email: mbaspeedway@outlook.com or text Di 0427 390 169 for a form and bank details. Everyone is encouraged to attend.

Information is sought from any witnesses to a motor vehicle accident involving a B-double truck roll over occurring at or near Killaloe on the Captain Cook Highway at 5.30pm on 28 November 2022.

If you can assist with investigations into the cause of the accident, please contact WGC Lawyers on 4046 1111.

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