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STUDENTS GIVING BACK Malanda’s Nikki Brown has taken on more than your average workload for a year 12 senior, juggling her school studies and volunteering role with the Malanda SES. The Malanda State High School captain began volunteering as soon as she was legally able to after turning 16 and she now spends her days leading her school community and helping to protect locals through thick and thin. During last week’s National Student Volunteer Week, Nikki was recognised as a dedicated volunteer in her community ■ FULL STORY P5

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Shining up smiles for over two decades BY RHYS THOMAS OSCAR Marroquin has spent over two decades making the smiles of Tablelands children, bigger, brighter and whiter and now he has decided to put down the dental tools in place of some gardening tools. After 22 years as a dental therapist servicing Mareeba, Atherton, Malanda, Millaa Millaa and nearly every other Tablelands school, Oscar has decided to retire after a lifetime in dental. Born in El Salvador in 1953 Oscar worked incredibly hard to secure his dental license to become a dentist, however after immigrating to Australia in 1989 he could no longer pursue this career. With the language barrier being too great, Oscar instead chose to walk down the path of a dental technician before becoming a dental therapist. “I would have loved to have become a dentist is Australia but the language barrier was too much,” Oscar said. After studying in Brisbane for the number of years Oscar got his first placement as a dental therapist on the Tablelands, and he hasn’t moved since. From Dimbulah to Butchers Creek there wouldn’t be a child or parent who wouldn’t know of Oscar and his dental van. Even though he was

no longer a dentist, Oscar loved helping kids develop healthy oral hygiene habits and watching them grow before his very eyes. “I really enjoyed becoming a dental therapist to work with children,” he said. “I discovered that I enjoyed working with the kids and changing their bad habits and behavior and develop better ones. “Seeing them change from being at the door of your dental van screaming “no mum I don’t want to go” to sitting down and being confident in you and cooperating is amazing.” Now after 22 years Oscar has decided that it is time to retire and say goodbye to the children and the schools her serviced. “To me it was a great privilege to serve all the Tablelands schools as their dental therapist over the years,” he said. “When I see some of the children all grown up with nice, beautiful teeth it makes me very happy and proud. “I want to thank all the parents and the community for putting their trust in me and allowing me to give oral treatment to their children.” Oscar would like to thank everyone he has worked with over the years but a special mention to the late Dr Robert Zanata, who encouraged Oscar to keep pursuing dental work.

Local school dental therapist Oscar Marroquin has called it a day after more than 22 years treating kids and families across the region.

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Support ramps up for Kuranda bypass road

FEDERAL Member for Leichardt Warren Entsch has openly declared his support for the Kuranda Bypass Road (Bridle Track) in an address to Parliament last Monday evening. In a public address to members of the house Mr Entsch not only declared his support for the bypass but also called out the Queensland Government on their “incompetence and negligence” in relation to the Kuranda Barron River bridge. The Kuranda Barron River bridge has been identified as being in a shocking state of disrepair with engineers identifying significant problems to the structure six years ago, issues which the Queensland Govern-

ment did “nothing to address.” “Not only were the Queensland Government aware of the gravity of the situation for more than five years, shockingly, they did absolutely nothing to address it,” Mr Entsch said. “This time the Queensland Government can’t blame anyone else for their own incompetence and negligence, this is on them. “It’s now time to explore and invest in alternative routes to connect Cairns with the tablelands, such as the Bridle Track (Kuranda Bypass Road) proposal.” Kennedy MP Bob Katter and Member for Hill Shane Knuth have welcomed the

support of Mr Entsch for the Kuranda Bypass Road (Bridle Track). Mr Katter and Mr Knuth are calling on the Queensland Transport Minister to fast-track the completion of the study into the proposed new highway between Cairns and the Tablelands. In May 2021 it was announced that a $1.6 million planning study would be launched to investigate the capacity, safety, and efficiency improvements of transport routes between Cairns and the Northern Tablelands. As of now the study is still ongoing but both Mr Knuth and Mr Katter have said it needs to

be completed soon. Mr Knuth has written to Queensland Transport Minister Mark Bailey, requesting the fast tracking and completion of the study as well as an estimated completion date. “A new inland highway will save Tablelands and Cairns motorists 30 minutes in travel time when compared to the existing route, and it would allow greater production in agriculture and mining,” Mr Knuth said. “I believe fast tracking the completion of the study is of vital importance to ensure the State Government can take advantage of the Australian Government’s $4.9 billion Roads of

Strategic Importance (ROSI) initiative. “I understand the Federal Transport Minister would seriously consider any approach by the Queensland State Government requesting funding for the alternative route.” Mr Katter has been advocating for a new road to connect the Tablelands and Cairns since the Barron Bridge was identified to be unsafe. “The people of Cairns, Mareeba, the Tablelands, the Cape and the Gulf are sick and tired of waiting up to 15 minutes at the Barron River bridge,” Mr Katter said. “The fact our national highway is down to one lane is a

disgrace, we cannot transport our agricultural and mining goods cost-effectively with substandard roads. “So, I am urging the State Government and the Transport and Main Roads engineers, who do a fantastic job, to speed up the study.” The Mareeba Chamber of Commerce has also come out and openly declared their support for the proposed Kuranda Bypass Road (Bridle Track) and is asking the Queensland Government to “properly assess a better route between Mareeba and Cairns to provide the region with some security for its growth and development.”

Barron River Bridge delays to worsen DELAYS over the Barron River bridge in Kuranda are set to worsen as the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has announced they will be forced to stop traffic in both directions to continue with welding repairs. The announcement comes after months of the bridge being restricted to a single lane as essential welding repairs are car-

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ried out. Starting from August 16 traffic will be forced to a halt in both directions for up to 15 minutes as welding repairs took place, lasting for up to four weeks. TMR North Queensland Regional Director Sanjay Ram said that TMR would prefer not to halt traffic, but it must be done. “We need to weld without vi-

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bridge for short periods of time, but that is not an option based on the work we need to complete.” In the meantime, TMR is continuing their $2.1 million planning study looking to identity a long-term solution for the Barron River bridge. It is undecided whether a new bridge should be constructed or the current one rehabilitated.

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Tablelands gift cards activated Fresh St Market IGA workers Barbara Moses-Fahey, Matt Bowles and Shirley Ford with the new shop Tablelands gift cards.

AFTER months of preparation Tablelanders can now use the new Shop Tablelands gift cards in over 70 local businesses with

the cards and terminals recently being activated. The cards act as mini visa cards with their own limit that you yourself can set, when buying the cards, you can decide just how much money to put on the card, this amount can range from $10 to $1000 depending on what you want to buy and where. A vast range of local businesses have gotten on board from hair studios to grocery stores and even childcare centres have thrown their hats in the ring to be a part of this initiative. The cards are a product of the Atherton Tablelands Chamber of Commerce with assistance from the Tablelands Regional Council who supplied the funding for the cards through a grant. ATCC president Bree Hargraves said that she first saw

these cards being used in Dubbo and thought to adopt the same format on the Tablelands. “I started researching and found a couple of companies that offered that same process,” she said. “It’s keeping the money local, it’s a great gift idea when you’re not sure what that person really wants.” The cards operate on a closed loop system meaning the money can only be used at participating businesses and not withdrawn, keeping the money in local hands. Fresh St Market IGA in Atherton in among many of the businesses who have decided to get involved in this new initiative, actively selling the cards instore. “We are a big advocate for the Atherton Chamber's Shop

Local program,” a Fresh St Market IGA spokesperson said. “Given we have such a big customer base we thought it was a great option to provide our customers, as well as showcase a great initiative from the chamber. “The great thing about the Shop Tablelands gift cards are they keep funds within our community across a variety of great businesses, it's locals supporting locals at its finest.” Currently Fresh St Market IGA and Summers News in Atherton are the only two registered businesses that sell the cards with more businesses set to sign up. The ATCC has already been in talks with surrounding chambers including Ravenshoe, Malanda and Mareeba to get involved in the program.

Crime Stoppers reach out for missing persons info CRIME STOPPERS is well known as a way for people to report crimes with the protection of anonymity, however a little known fact is that they also assist the police with missing persons cases. After a certain amount of time has passed in a missing persons case, before the case gets moved to the coroners, it is passed along to Crime Stoppers in a last plea for information. The most recent case is of Allison Bernard who disappeared at an Archer River quarry in 2013, this case has been passed down to Crime Stoppers for a last plea of information. President of the Crime Stoppers Far Northern Volunteer Area Committee (VAC) Mladen Bosnic travelled up to the cape and the areas related to the dis-

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appearance asking for people with information to contact Crime Stoppers. “Crime Stoppers aim and vision is the reporting of crime anonymously or otherwise for a safer community that benefits everyone,” he said. “Some people for whatever reasons don’t want to approach police so you go out there as a community volunteer and mix in with the community, you hand out the flyers saying if there is anyone out there with information please come forward.” As Crime Stoppers is 100 per cent anonymous people can report crimes or information relating to crimes without the fear of being reprimanded. Far North District Crime Group acting detective inspector Kevin Goan said that with the

passage of time, some people come forward with information relating to ongoing cases. “What we find over time is people who may have reluctant at the time of the disappearance to come forward, with changing circumstances they are less reluctant,” he said. “A platform such as Crime Stoppers where they can report what they know anonymously without risk of being identified, people tend to come forward. “Mladen’s time up in Coen and the Archer and Lockhart was as a result of a request from the investigators for Crime Stoppers assistance.” If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Allison Bernard please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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School leader gives back to community BY ELLIE FINK

Malanda State High School Captain Nikki Brown was recognised for National Student Volunteer Week last week. Not only is Nikki school captain but she is an active and passionate volunteer of the SES in her community.

YOUNG people across the region celebrated National Student Volunteer Week (NSVW) last week, with special recognition being made to Malanda State High School (MSHS) School Captain Nikki Brown. NSVW has been highlighting young volunteers in Queensland since 2013, with the support of Volunteering Australia. Nikki said that she has been volunteering for the Malanda SES since mid last year, and said enjoys it more and more every day. “I learnt about the SES when they initially came to my school in Grade 10, and when I turned 16 (the age you can apply for the SES) I took up that opportunity,” she said. “I haven’t had as much experience yet but through training and i have really enjoyed the courses they’ve taken me through. “Everyone in the SES is amazing and it is so easy to settle myself in with them.” Nikki said that she highly recommends young people to volunteer, especially the SES. “To me it’s all about supporting locals and putting myself out there and it has become a part of who I am,” she said. “I really recommend doing SES and I am so happy and grateful I got a hold of it when I did.” Mara Basanovic, CEO of Volunteering Australia, said that NSVW has and will continue to highlight the contributions of students across the region to the community. “Young people are a strong and enthusiastic cohort of volunteers who through their passion, innovation and drive open new models for volunteering,” she said. “Their genuine concern for others and the environment, and unsurpassed energy and willingness to explore and embrace technology have opened exciting new possibilities for volunteering.”

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New library opens at Community Hub tainment by Bugzy Bumblebee. Mareeba Shire Council Mayor Angela Toppin said that she is excited to be opening the new facility for the wider community to use and enjoy. “The opening of the Cedric Davies Community Hub is an

THE Cedric Davies Community Hub is set to open next Friday, August 27 will all its new services, bells and whistles readily available to be used by the public. Over a year in the making the near million-dollar building will contain the Mareeba library

with new dedicated learning areas for high school and university students as well as adults. A coffee station, meeting room, increased public computer access and wifi are just some of the new additions to the library. The library opened to the

important milestone for our community and I am delighted that this facility is available for community use,” she said. “This is a new beginning and Council is immensely proud to offer this facility to our community.

public on Monday, August 16, however the official opening of the hub will take place next week. The hub opening will be followed by a special library showcase involving library tours, face painting, a sausage sizzle, barefoot bowls and kids’ enter-

“It is my hope that all people feel welcome to come and experience the Cedric Davies Community Hub for themselves, and to share in the benefits of this facility, particularly our new library.”

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LOCALS will be up at the crack of dawn this Sunday as the annual Crime Stoppers fundraising walk returns and there is still time to get involved. The walk was initially done to support the newly established Crime Stoppers Far Northern Volunteer Area Committee (VAC) with fundraising, but to also engage with the community. Taking place at the picturesque Mt Emerald Wind Farm this Sunday, August 22 the walk raises money for Crime Stoppers while providing some fitness and

breath-taking views. VAC committee member Norma Moloney is encouraging people to get involved and participate in the fundraising walk. “2020 was the first year we ran the walk so didn't really have any expectations,” she said. “We knew there would be a lot of interest but to have 118 walkers in total for our first year was amazing. “We live in a beautiful part of the world so why not get out and explore it whilst supporting a non-for-profit organisation.”

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The time of the wind farm walk has been changed this year to coincide with the sunrise, with option for an amateur photo competition this year as well. There are two available walks open for people, first is the initial Mt Emerald Wind Farm walk but there is also the option of the Rocky Creek Igloo walk along the rail trail. If any members of our community are able to assist or wish to find out more information please contact Norma on 0417 541 126.

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Travel will survive Covid says Atherton expert BY SALLY TURLEY WHEN you are at the top of your game, after nearly 40 years of winning almost every award the industry you love has to offer and when you have assembled a "dream team" to help you take your dynamic, thriving business to ever new heights, closing down is not an option you want to consider. Uli Lenitschek, Managing Director of Travel Experience has had an amazing career before the last extraordinarily tough 18 months, but has not lost her belief in travel and is determined to not only survive this apocalypse, but to come back better and stronger than ever. “I totally believe that travel enriches people's lives more than any other investment. It breaks down barriers, builds friendships, opens minds and creates opportunities. We want people to send us their travel wish list so we will be prepared to help achieve those goals when travel starts up again,” Ms Lenitschek said. “Even though the industry is at an all time low right now, we believe people's desire to travel will return. There are still so many enticing destinations out there to visit. Everyone will be starved for new experiences and that first trip after COVID will be as intoxicating as that first square of chocolate after an 18 month restriction.” Travel may be impossible

right now, but Ms Lenitschek is busy making champagne out the stack of lemons life has thrown at her. “We have diversifed into producing professional, promotional videos for people to use on their social media platforms or their company websites with our new enterprise, “Video Experience.” “We have also created “Central Experience,” a shared office concept that would work brilliantly for business people on the road, or people working from home who need a professional space for liaising with their clients in person. “Customers have already begun showing interest in the arrangement that gives them all the benefits of a fully-functioning administrative center with a positive, inspiring, team vibe without all of the upfront and ongoing costs of decking out their own office. “We have also devised a new way of booking travel that will vastly improve our clients' experience. We will launch this exciting new development as soon as we have some promising signs of world recovery from the pandemic, hopefully before the end of the year.” Always a hard worker and a quick learner, Uli started in the travel industry in 1984. She bought her first agency in Atherton in 1992 and by 2001 expanded her business to include agencies in Mareeba and Char-

ters Towers. An intrepid traveler herself, Uli knew what people wanted from their travel experience and made her clients' enjoyment of their holidays her top priority. Business boomed and the accolades started rolling in. She was selected as a Telstra Business Women's 2020 finalist in recognition of her exceptional leadership and entrepreneurship and received hundreds of national sales awards from companies like Qantas, Japan Airlines and Scenic Luxury Cruises and Tours. “My all-time favourite though, was when I was won a spot on the “Round Table” for being in the top 10 agencies of the Travelworld Group Australia wide. We were flown business class to Scotland and treated to a private dinner inside Edinburgh castle. “Once seated at the extravagant banquet table, the Queen's piper, piped in the haggis at the commencement of a night filled with eating, drinking and dancing. That was as close as I ever got to feeling like a member of the royal family,” she joked. And of course there were plenty of challenges along the way. “We survived the September 11 tragedy and the closely linked collapse of Ansett airlines in 2001; the SARS (Severe acute respiratory syndrome) outbreak that emerged in China in 2003; several wars across the planet

and the Global Financial Crisis in 2008. “But nothing has had the devastating impact on the travel industry that we have suffered under COVID 19. COVID has caused both a sudden halt in international visitation and restrictions on domestic mobility. “Since COVID began, we have had to cancel over $8 million worth of travel and the random, recurring outbreaks have caused a lot of false starts. Everything settles down, clients feel confident enough to book travel again and then by the following week, the whole political climate has changed and we have to cancel and refund bookings. “Its a real punch in the gut every time and so disappointing for all involved. For the last 17 months, we have had to work for next to no income, but have still had to pay all our overheads while working harder than ever in a much more high stress environment. “People keep asking me why I don't just walk away. I could do that, but that would leave our 400 plus loyal clients stranded with credits in locations all around the world and no-one to turn to for help. “We want to be there for them and we want to still be here when this passes, which it eventually will, because at the end of the day, we get so much joy and satisfaction from helping people realise their travel dreams. “I had an offer of $500,000

It is only Uli Lenitschek's passion for the travel industry that is sustaining her and her dedicated team during this hellish period under the pandemic. There is no income and no prospect of some any time soon.

for my business before the pandemic and now it is worth nothing. If I give up now, all that I have worked for over the last three and a half decades will be gone. “I have lost my life savings, my superannuation and have sadly had to let most of my dedicated team go, for their own sakes as much as mine. Last financial year I was tracking at a $500,000 annual profit. I ended up with a $250,000 loss. “During the pandemic we have seen both extremes in people, from an appreciative client who dropped in a $1000 cheque to thank us for 27 years of service, and the rock-solid support of friends and family, to the odd client, who, under duress, threatened us with legal action. “Throughout all this, I have seen my amazing team shine – the patience and serenity of Mannuela Arcidiacono under the toughest of conditions, the

dedication of industry newcomer Rowena Petersen who is yet to experience how magical and rewarding her job can be and the professionalism of my bookkeeper Kelly Ferguson who has had the unenviable role of updating me on how increasingly broke I am. “I have always loved employing and training young people keen to work in travel and watching them develop into National award winning consultants, as has been the case with Mannuela and Rowena. I am looking forward to expanding my team again in the future. “A lot of people are concerned about needing the COVID vaccine to travel, but vaccinations have always been a part of travel, I had to have three vaccines to be allowed into Europe in 1975, so this is nothing new and at the end of the day, it is just for our own safety,” she said.

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Iconic local dealership prepares to move

AFTER 35 years servicing the Atherton Tablelands and surrounds, John Cole and his team at John Cole Toyota and Isuzu UTE are spending their last few weeks at 28 Tolga Road in Atherton. From humble beginnings in 1985 when the Toyota dealership was run out of a small donga with a crew of five, to the current state with over 45 staff across three sites, the now ready dealership at 7813 Kennedy Highway (on the left as you exit the Tolga scrub), is a dream come true for the local businessman and his team. The new Toyota and Isuzu UTE facility intends to bring a first-class automotive and guest centric experience to the tablelands. Car owners will be able to view a wide range of vehicles in the comfort of a climatecontrolled showroom. Customers will also have easy access to sales and finance consultants, Toyota’s showroom 360 virtual vehicle configurator, Customer Lounges with café style facilities, and a dedicated Kids Zone. The new site also features two undercover service drivethroughs, where service customers will be shielded from the elements when visiting the Toyota and Isuzu UTE service, parts and tyre departments. But it’s the addition of the Dealership’s 1200m2 state-ofthe-art workshop and detail bays that is creating the most excitement among the staff. The workshop has been equipped with 14 service bays featuring in-ground hydraulic hoist, two Toyota Express main-

The new dealership on the Kennedy Highway.

tenance bays, 6 fully-covered detailer bays and a dedicated coaster bus service bay, providing technicians and the pre-delivery team with a well-appointed and contemporary workspace and allowing them to provide a wider range of specialised services. “We are excited about the numerous new opportunities this facility will provide, not only for our staff but for the wider community,” Dealer principal and owner, John Cole said. “It was important that we created the best facilities we could [for our staff]. This provides em-

ployees an environment to excel in their professions, inspire school leavers to obtain a trade and stay in the community and in turn provide a local and trusted service for our customers.” Mr Cole engaged the skills of local development specialists Max Slade of Max Slade Designs, and Royce Slade at KEIR QLD, to manage the project due to their prior automotive build experience and shared interest in “supporting local businesses and community developments”. This locally owned and operated team recruited more than 20 suppliers and subcontractors

within the Atherton community to help complete the build. “We wanted this to be a local project, where much of the development was completed by local contractors. Ensuring that the investment would go straight back into the community that has supported us for over 30 years,” said Mr Cole. The team will start to transition to the new location mid-August, and hope to be fully operational from September, except for the Body and Paint Centre. This will remain in its current location until the new building is completed late in the year.

Guest Justin, Adam Cole and Trevor Cole (Left to right) getting new vehicle. Justin moved to the Atherton tablelands from cairns to work on the project. He started out with the plasters, then was employed by KEIR QLD as a trade’s assistant. Justin has just received his brand-new Toyota Hilux. As a thank you for all of his hard work done at the new site, Adam Cole and Trevor Cole, (General manager and Sales Manager) delivered the very first vehicle from the new dealership.

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Long-awaited new crossing for Shanty Creek completed

The Shanty Creek causeway in Mareeba has been recently upgraded replacing the old gravel crossing with a new concrete one.

THE Shanty Creek causeway in Mareeba has been given a new lease on life after the Mareeba Shire Council (MSC) completed upgrading the causeway to prevent the regular washout of the previous causeway. During the wet season or any spat of wet weather the Shanty Creek causeway would end up washed out due to the previous rock and gravel material. Now a new concrete causeway has been installed jointly

funded by MSC and the Australian Governments Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements. Mareeba Shire Mayor Angela Toppin said that with the construction of the new causeway, it has become safer and more reliable. “The project involved significant technical planning due to the creek flow,” she said. “The works were completed within the expected timeframe with minimal disruption to the

community. “The Shanty Creek causeway now provides a safer and more reliable crossing.” The Mareeba Chamber of Commerce has been advocating for this causeway to be put in place for a while, as they view the road and areas as a “tourist road.” “We’ve been advocating for this causeway to help tourists as they visit Jacques and the Golden Drop Winery and heading

back into Mareeba,” Chamber president Joe Moro said. “It’s all about improving the connectivity between Bilwon and the Biboohra area. “Down the track we would like to see that road completely sealed but we are very happy to see council has done the Shanty Creek Road causeway. “Any more improvements that can be done would be better for people to use that road as a tourism road.”

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Water woes washed away A new 500 kilolitre water reservoir has been constructed for the Chillagoe township to utlilise.

CHILLAGOE residents can look forward to bigger and better water security with the new 500 kilolitre water reservoir being completed. For years Chillagoe has been suffering from poor water infrastructure keeping the residents on seemingly permanent water restrictions. Mareeba Shire Council (MSC) seeked to change that with the construction of a new water reservoir that was commissioned nearly a year ago. MSC Mayor Angela Toppin said the completion of the reinforced concrete reservoir provided Chillagoe with a level of water security not previously enjoyed by the vulnerable community. “The higher capacity 500KL reservoir located near Hill Street replaces the two 190KL steel reservoirs which previously existed in Chillagoe,” she said. “In addition to boosting the usable holding capacity, the

new reservoir meets all cyclone rating standards and provides greater capacity for fire-fighting purposes and potential drinking water, strengthening the township's resilience in disaster situations. “The reservoir also provides greater water security for small business, beef, mining and tourism, the main industries in the Chillagoe area, establishing greater economic stability.” Cr Toppin said delivery of the project was the result of Council's strong advocacy to achieve greater water security and economic development for Chillagoe, especially given the township's vulnerability to drought. The two 190KL reservoirs that previously served the Chillagoe area were leaking and at high risk of failure, they were decommissioned and removed following construction of the new reservoir.

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QUEENSLANDERS are being encouraged to take to their local streets, beaches, bushland and waterways this August to October for the annual Great Northern Clean Up. The Great Northern Clean Up is a younger sibling of Australia’s largest environmental day of action, Clean Up Australia Day and has been running since 2009. Since being founded the Great Northern Clean Up have been giving communities in the hotter, dryer north the opportunity to participate in clean up events in the area’s cooler months, after the peak tourist period and before the cyclone season. Clean Up Australia chairman, Pip Kiernan, says there is no better time to step up to clean up then now. “Local environments have been impacted by increased uptake of single-use, disposable items,” she said. “We need to tackle the surge in items such as takeaway coffee cups, food packaging and masks. “All of which have polluted our local parks, bushland, streets, waterways and beaches.” In response to COVID addi-

tional conditions have been put in place to ensure the health and safety of Clean Up volunteers. Set limits to volunteer numbers per event and Clean Up kits now include QR codes for registration on the day have been introduced, plus bags and gloves for every volunteer. “This country now produces 2.5 million tonnes of plastic waste each year, equating to 100kg per person, of this, only 13 per cent of plastic is recovered and 84 per cent is sent to landfill,” Ms Kiernan said. “More concerningly, around 130,000 tonnes of the plastic we consume leaks into the environment each year. “By planning ahead and signing up to a Great Northern Clean Up event, you are making a pledge to help conserve the environment for the long-term future.” If you can’t join the Great Northern Clean Up, Ms Kiernan urges you to make a donation to Clean Up Australia. 100 per cent of funds raised through donations are allocated to the provision of educational resources and clean up materials provided free of charge to community, school and youth groups across the nation, all year round.

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VP Day ceremony recognises locals who served

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Local selected as Ausmumpreneur finalist

Wonga Beach local Sandy Davies has been named a finalist for her new women’s health product in the 2021 AusMumpreneur Awards in two categories. Sandy and her product HappyPause Balm have been named finalists in the Best Product Innovation and The One to Watch category. These awards celebrate the growing number of mothers who successfully balance motherhood and business, achieving outstanding success in business excellence, product development, customer service and digital innovation. The winners of the AusMumpreneur Awards will be announced at an online event during September. Wonga Beach mum and businesswoman Sandy Davies has been listed as a finalist in the 2021 AusMumperneur Awards.

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Book depicts migrant story familiar to many locals Local author Debra Gavranich has put the migrant journey of her mother on paper, a story that resonates with many residents of the far north.

A FAR NORTHERN author has released a book depicting her mothers immigrant story from Croatia to the cane fields of the north, a story that resonates with many residents of Far North Queensland. Debra Gavranich grew up on a sugarcane farm near Mossman and currently resides in Cairns, however both of her parents were born on the Croatian Island of Korcula. Her new book ‘The girl who left’, published by Wild Dingo Press, follows the brave, true story of her mother’s immigration to Australia in the 1950s through a proxy marriage. A proxy marriage is not an arranged marriage as many believe it to be, Debra’s mother married her father while he lived in Australia and she lived in Croatia, however they were from the same village and knew each other through family. Mrs Gavranich said that she has always felt compelled to write her mothers story, and her new book is the result. “Ever since I was a little girl I have always wanted to write this story, but life gets in the way,” she said. “Three years ago, I was able to cut back my work to four days a week and Wednesday was my day off, so it became my writing day. “In the day two to three years I’ve devoted my day off to writing this story.” The true story mentions many areas and prominent families from Far North Queensland including in and around the Ta-

blelands. Mrs Gavranich’s book has made waves across Australia with it recently making the list for the August Great Monthly Read 2021 by Collins Booksellers. The book has already seen massive success with the first two releases being sold out within weeks with a third on the way. Mrs Gavranich believes that the popularity of this book is driven by its relatability because it is just not the story of her mother’s migrant story, is it every migrant’s story. “This story is representative of many stories especially migrants from the Mediterranean,” Mrs Gavranich said. “Because of the migration the book really struck a chord with a lot of people and it’s a women’s story as well. “It’s a strong, female, migrant and she was terribly courageous and went through a lot of adversity as a lot of migrants did.” The book is currently on its second release with a third on the way as the first two releases sold out within weeks and she has run out of books. The library in the village in Croatia where Debra’s mother was born approached her and asked to do a release of the book, something that Debra is very excited about. Two private launches will be coming up in October with one set for Cairns while the other will be set in Mossman.

High statistics for high flying doctors The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) has released the latest annual patient and aviation statistics as they flew tens of thousands of patients across the country during the 2020-21 financial year. 12,319 patients were flown to emergency or specialist care across Queensland last financial

year, 1,112 of these were flown by RFDS Cairns. Heart, sepsis and acute appendicitis were the most common reasons for transfers by RFDS Cairns during this period. RFDS pilots flew a total of 24,279 hours over 8.3 million kilometres, landing 22,587 times.

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Commence Operation Blankie

Malanda Showgrounds will open its gates to car enthusiasts across the region on August 28.

Enthusiasts Revving up for car and bike show Chevy’s and Manaro’s of all sorts will be on display at the annual Tablelands Car and Bike Show at the Malanda Showgrounds on August 28, with this year's donations going towards the Malanda Men’s Shed. Coordinator Margret Kelly, who has a passion for vintage cars and bikes with her husband Ned, said there will be many vintage cars on display, with registrations at the door.

“It is on the day registration from 7 am until 12pm with the winners to be announced at 1.30pm,” she said. “Each winner receives a trophy sponsored by Shannon’s Insurance, with the main categories being Car and Bike of the show and the People’s Choice. “I enjoy hosting this event and it’s a pleasure meeting and talking with other car enthusiasts and I’m overwhelmed by

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the generous and kind community who continue to support the event.” All donations received this year will go towards the Malanda Men’s Shed, which will be organising food and coffee on the day. The show will also see multiple stalls including a swap meet for those wanting to trade parts. To book a stall contact Margret on 0439 084 824.

VOLUNTEERS from across the region have come together with balls of yarn to create loveable blankets for Veterans in need as a part of Operation Blankie. The group came together two and a half years ago to crochet blankets for those who are struggling with cancer, PTSD and other mental and physical conditions after serving in the armed forces. Margaret from Operation Blankie said that the group came up with the idea in the Malanda RSL Sub branch when they saw a vetran go without a blanket. “We found that a veteran with cancer didn’t receive a donated blanket and we decided to make one for him,” she said. “We decided we wanted to do something for the veterans, as the majority of us are either veterans ourselves or have close family members as veterans. “It makes us feel two words. Warm and fuzzy.” Margaret said that this program is open to anyone with a “yarn stash” hidden away in the back closet or those who want to learn for a good cause. “This is a good way for people who like crocheting to do something fun with no age or gender restrictions,” Volunteer Denise sews a label onto a beanie and scarf set as part of Operation Blankie. she said. “We can also offer lessons only registered group with the veterans in need. for those who want to learn RSL making items officially with us. To join the group contact “We have 2 main groups, for Veterans on the Table- Margaret on 0411087652 or Malandsa Yarn Busters and lands.” join them at the Atherton RSL So far, Operation Blankie Mission Beach Knitters and others knitter and crotchers has donated over 1400 “per- on the first Tuesday of the around Far North Queensland manent hugs”, from knee rugs month and Yungaburra on the and Brisbane, and we are the to beanies and hand mits to second Tuesday of the month.

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The “other” Australia

AClausewitz note from Member put it bestyour – he is Federal probably the best writer on As an avid reader of history books, I’d say (Carl) von

warfare – when he said, “a people without land will look for a land without people.”

Keeping a foot on theofmajors’ throat I asked a question in the Parliament the consequence to

Australia being unable to defend itself if China embargoes When I broke from the party system, I just wanted to be able to our petrol. If that happens, then we will have no petrol and attack the because continued that was being brought no diesel it destruction comes out of Singapore and Southupon Korea, not my homeland, North Queensland, but also upon the rest andonly neither of them are going to buck China. of my country. I didn’t think that we’d be able to achieve In that situation, America is not going to be sending us but anything from a position of an independent political party, petrol, it’ll be wanting the petrol for itself. And all the rest of we have shown again and again that we can. it is contracted out and Australia is considered absolutely Australia only significant assets; Australia Post, the harmless. Ourowns poorthree troops, our naval personnel in Cairns, Snowy Mountains Scheme, and the NBN. Snowy Mountains our army personnel in Townsville, theyThe can’t move, they are controls the ducks. electricity supply in Australia in so far that it is just sitting supply-ing 15 per cent of the peak load. Both major political This is the situation that worries me; if you draw line at Port parties, in every single parliament, upper and lower, in the four Douglas and run it down the Australian coast through states covered by the Snowy, all voted to sell the Snowy Sydney, down to Melbourne, through Adelaide and draw a Mountains to the highest bidder. Nowwith whata stopped them little dot around Perth, you are left 93 per cent ofwas Alan Jones and John Laws and the terrific fight they put up, Australia which still looks like Australia. In that map of then enacted in (which the Federal myself andthere independents Australia I callParliament the “otherby Australia”), is less Peter Andren and Tony Windsor. than a million people living there. The second asset we have is the NBN – one“aofpeople the best Those chilling words of von Clausewitz, without telecommunications systems in thepeople,” world and it isnever far from land will look for a land without have rung finished let me tell you. truer. And if you say that it is all desert country, well three quarters of it is. But in that desert happens to be our entire The third thing that the people own is Australia Post. And the iron ore deposits, all our coal, all our minerals and half of our sacking ofthe Christine Holgate overyet thethere silly business ofliving watches was water in top quarter – and is no one grossly there. unfair. The reason she was sacked was because she was determined to see that Australia Post wasn’t privatised, wasn’t If weoff build a damand at Hughenden make of from it $500 sold to China, that it stayedwe in will the hands Australians. million a year for forever and if we replicate this project five She was determined that the owner/operator agencies times in theAustralia four midǦwest towns and the it will throughout stayed prosperous andGulf, stayed in place. We generate ensured the Government took one hell of a lot of pain over the $4.5 billion Holgate issue.for the country and add another half a million people to that area. Now remember, in every one of these cases, both major parties If we build it now, we can get our phosphate turned into voted for this terrible action and my original thinking when I fertiliser and out through the Gulf, and add another thousand broke away waseconomy that you as canwell inflict uponthousand the million to the as massive another pain hundred Government which you can’t do inside a party system. to the inland population.

I inflicted that pain with the banks. Whilst it didn’t achieve much, Do this, and Australia is no longer an empty country. it scared the hell out of them and now they act a hell of a lot better than they did before. It doesn’t mean they are behaving God bless, themselves, it just means they are behaving themselves better from the battering they copped from the people of Kennedy because we gave the people the freedom to speak out. Be empowered, we people of the north.

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Cathy Retter with a preloved laptop that Kuranda Envirocare will use for frog call and water monitoring data.

PRE-LOVED laptops are helping local groups with conservation projects across the Tablelands and greater Wet Tropics region. Terrain NRM has donated laptops to 11 community groups and they are now being used in plant nurseries, on research projects and to monitor threatened species. Kuranda Envirocare’s Cathy Retter said the laptop would be a home for the group’s growing acoustic frog-call data, water quality and plant nursery records. “Having this at the nursery means we can also use the online rainforest key to identify seedlings brought to us for possible propagation, we can bring manual record-keeping online

and store all our records from private computers in one place,’’ she said. Johnstone Region Landcare Group’s Fay Falco-Mammone said the donation had doubled her organisation’s laptops. “We only had one laptop and with several revegetation projects on the go it’s great to have another one so we can have project information on hand and improve our communications with partners, project managers and other group members,’’ she said. Laptops have been donated to Kuranda Envirocare, Mulgrave Landcare and Catchment Group, Treeforce, Trees for Evelyn and Atherton Tablelands, the Tree Kangaroo and Mammal Group, the Cairns Bats and Tree Soci-

ety, Frog Safe, Johnstone Landcare Group, Mamu Aboriginal Corporation, Rainforest Rescue, Reef Restoration Foundation. Terrain NRM’s CEO Stewart Christie said all Terrain NRM members were invited to lodge expressions of interest for a “lucky draw”. “There are so many community environmental groups across the Wet Tropics who are working really hard to increase the resilience of our region’s landscapes, threatened species, reefs, waterways and farming land,” he said. “It’s important to recognise the vital on-ground work these groups perform that we all benefit from, and this is one small way we can help support them.”

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DOUGLAS Shire Council (DSC) has made the call to local builders to put in submissions to help them construct the shires first ever emergency accommodation service. In September of last year $60 million dollars was announced to build new emergency accommodation services across the country to help women and children escaping domestic violence. Douglas Shire received $760,400 of the pool to build a duplex comprising of two threebedroom self-contained units.

DSC Mayor Michael Kerr said that the shire has been looking to install crisis accommodation for several years. “Our local community has been working towards securing crisis accommodation in Douglas Shire for the past six years,” he said. “At present, people have no option but to take temporary accommodation outside the region, away from family and friends and other support networks. “This only compounds the cycle of domestic violence.

“Thanks to the hard work by Council officers in collaboration with community service organisations and the Federal Government, we are now building this facility and would like to give local companies a chance to be a part of it.” Now applications are open and local builders are being encouraged to apply by emailing procurement@douglas.qld.gov. au The tender will be awarded by October 2021 with the facility hoping to be constructed by May 2022.

Funeral transparency under the spotlight A NEW paper being released by the Queensland Government hopes to give people ease of mind and clarity when looking at funeral prices. The new funeral price transparency options paper will look at price transparency in the funeral industry, assessing issues such as providing up-front costs and giving the ability to compare funeral prices. Attorney General and Minister for Justice Shannon Fentiman said organising a funeral was challenging enough. “Organising a funeral is an

extremely emotional process, sometimes with added time pressures if the death of a loved one was unexpected,” Minister Fentiman said. “A person’s decision-making ability is often considerably impacted by their vulnerable state, time constraints and cultural expectations. “The absence of easily accessible pricing information can make it difficult for consumers to make the best choice for their needs.” Fair Trading Commissioner Victoria Thomson said upfront

price transparency would provide consumers with the pricing information they need to compare like-with-like. “The ability for people to access and compare costs will make it easier for grieving families to consider their options,” Ms Thomson said. “I urge people from all parts of the industry—from funeral providers to consumers and advocacy groups—to read the options paper and have their say on the way forward.” The consultation will close on 7 October 2021.

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Record crowd at Mt Carbine

Winner of the open Bull Ride Eli Bee with Ian Pedersen, President of the Mt Carbine Rodeo Association.

Winner of the Open Saddle Bronc, Alan Masters with President Ian Pedersen.

Campers, as far as the eye could see were greeted with hot coffee and the sound of sizzling bacon and eggs early Sunday morning in the aftermath of the biggest Mt Carbine Bull and Bronc ride ever seen. A record, well behaved crowd was just what the doctor ordered for the 20th annual event according to President Ian Pedersen. “Its such a unique event,” he said. “We missed it last year and everyone just made up for it this year. The Crowd, the volunteers, the competitors, the committee everyone played a part in what was a very well attended event and just what the community needed. “it will be hard to top this next year.”

Jolene and Justene Ross enjoyed playing at Mt Carbine.

In its 20th year the event attracted families from near and far.

Children took part in the junior events on Saturday afternoon.

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HOMEsweet HOME Subcontractors and suppliers paid almost $4 million in outstanding debts ALMOST $4 million in outstanding debts was returned to subcontractors and suppliers last financial year, thanks to Queensland’s building industry watchdog. Of the 759 monies owed complaint investigations completed during the 2020/21 financial year by the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC), debts owed to subcontractors and suppliers totalling $3,869,077.96 were paid. QBCC Commissioner Brett Bassett said it was important

subcontractors were confident they would be paid for work they did. “Our free monies-owed complaints service is available for the industry to use, and these amounts may not have been paid had the QBCC not been contacted,” he said. “We have implemented a number of initiatives where we look at the licensees, industry compliance with security of payment and take appropriate action where necessary to ensure our trades are being paid. “The monies-owed com-

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HOMEsweet HOME

Steps to that “welcome home” feeling

WHEN your guests step into your home, it's a common feeling to want them to remember it as a warm and welcoming place to be and somewhere they would like to return. For that “welcome home” feeling every time to step foot in your house, have a quick read of the following tips and tricks. A comfy living room Whether a comfy couch or a gorgeous wooden coffee table, your living room will give you the comforting feeling you will day dream about all day. A comfy seating area will allow you and your guests to kick back and relax is what makes every home a little more welcoming. To accent the comforting sofa or lounge chair, a coffee table to hold snack and a beverage in the middle of the room.

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With the right comforting furniture, a kick your feet up with Netflix will never be as good again. Fresh flowers Nothing says welcome more like a vase of your favourite flowers to keep your home smelling and looking like a field in spring. Keeping them in a place where you and your family and friends usually gathered is best for keeping that positive feeling going. But remember to replace them when they die, or even start pressing them in a book or flower presser to keep them forever.

Organisation! Labels, labels and more labels An organised space is a happy space, and having specific places for specific things can make your home look more tidy, as well as relieving the stress you have when you

lose something. Using label makers and old jars and tupperware, you can create space for items like your kitchen ware, clothes and dry ingredients. Also having a specific place to keep essentials such as your keys and wallet on the kitchen counter or bedroom table is important to ensure you don’t lose them Background music Playing your favourite tunes in the background will lift your serotonin, making your house feel like a home. Having something you love to listen to while carrying out daily chores, while hanging out with friends and family or after a long day at work will make you want to dance with joy. So chuck on some Taylor Swift, or maybe a little bit of old school Beyonce and enjoy your home for everything that it is.

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Randall Kelly, Greg Jacobson, Buckley Weirman, Louise Anderson-Clemence, Kaitlen Adams, Damien Cavanagh, Heather Hibbitt and Nikki Brown.

Malanda Theatre presents Sweet Science Set in 1869 before the labelling of women standing up for their rights as suffragettes, Sweet Science of Bruising is a powerful play that captures issues women have dealt with over time. JOY Wilkinson’s powerful play the Sweet Science of Bruising captures issues women have dealt with over time. The play set in 1869 London before the labelling of women standing up for their rights as suffragettes. Women were starting to fight for their right to work and have an education in a man’s world. This 19th century setting brings to the fore situations women face that society chose not to face. The “sweet science” (term coined in 1813) refers to boxing because it is a sport that requires the fighter to be tough, forward thinking and tactical. That’s what these women are- four spirited women, from different backgrounds and social status, bring together in a boxing ring, but each are fighting for their

own rights. With a strange mix of corsets, bloomers and boxing gloves, boxing gives these women hope to earn money to gain their freedom from their personal confines. You will be drawn into the underground of London’s female boxing in this thought provoking play. The strong cast of actors bring these characters to life and will leave you cheering. They will evoke emotions of pride, shame, anger and humour from their powerful portrayal of their determination to become the Lady Boxing Champion of the World. The play will be showing at the Majestic Theatre from August 20-22 and 27-29. Tickets are available at the Bendigo Bank in Malanda and Tableland Books in Atherton.

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ENTERTAINMENT Get your dancing shoes on for Lions 60th celebration restrictions did ease considerably by the time May came around,” he said. “These events take months of planning and at the time the risk was too great, the thought of having to turn around and cancel the event at the last minute was unfavourable to say the least. “We felt as a club we needed to put on a special event to celebrate 60 years of Lions in Dimbulah for people to come to-

Dimbulah Lions Club members are excited to celebrate the club’s 60th Anniversary.

THE Dimbulah Lions Club will be hosting a special cabaret style event reminiscent of the old new years eve cabarets of the past to commemorate the clubs 60th anniversary inviting past and present Lions and community members to celebrate. The cabaret will be held on

Saturday, September 4 from 6.30pm until midnight at the Dimbulah Memorial Hall. Tickets are $50 per person with canape’ style food to enjoy, a $300 lucky door prize up for grabs and a cash bar available to keep the floor alive well into night.

Dimbulah Lions president Brendon Goldsworthy said that despite cancelling the 2021 Dimbulah Lions Festival there was still a need to celebrate the clubs 60th milestone. “Retrospectively looking back we might have been okay to go ahead with the festival as

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gether and reminisce on the past achievements of our great club.” The cabaret style event was decided as a ‘tip of the cap’ to the days of the old Dimbulah Lions Club with their regular and well attended cabaret events. “We are encouraging people to come and have a great night out in Dimbulah, reconnect with old friends and enjoy some topnotch music with Cairns band the “Tall Poppies,” Mr Golds-

worthy said. “I am very excited to see them in action again they are extremely entertaining and I have no doubt they will have people on their feet dancing the night away.” COVID safe rules apply with attendees needing to scan in on arrival, secure your tickets for their event from Dimbulah Health and Beauty or The Express Newspaper in Mareeba.

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ON LAND the

Visitors to Tallangalook Shorthorns and Santa Gertrudis, pictured with Stud principals Nick and Alison Trompf (right).

Barronessa Farming – Aldo Pezzelato Barronessa Farming – Emily Corbett and John McLaughlen.

Tablelands Better Beef Open Day The third annual Tablelands Better Beef Open Day was held on Sunday, August 15 with a record 13 studs taking part in this year’s event. With an array of elite seedstock with stud and herd bulls as well as females on display and for sale – the Open Day was another huge success for studs and visitors alike.

Barronessa Farming – Naomi Godfrey

Kel-Lee Droughtmaster Stud – Frank and Robyn Blacklock.

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Growers dinner put on hold FNQ Growers has made the call to postpone their annual gala dinner scheduled for September 3 with the current uncertainty surrounding local lockdowns and restrictions. The coveted event traditionally included an auction of locally produced horticulture lines, raising funds for the Mareeba Hospital. The dinner would also see the naming of the Charlie Nastasi Horticulture Farmer of the Year Award. FNQ Growers chair Joe Moro said that while planning for the dinner was well underway, the organising committee had decided to defer the event

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until a later date. “The event attracts strong support from growers and industry stakeholders, from Far North Queensland but also across Queensland and interstate,” he said. “Lockdown and restrictions could impact on some of our stakeholders and sponsors being able to travel to Mareeba to attend the event. “We hope to be able to reschedule an alternative industry event later in the year, once the situation around restrictions become clearer and will provide information when that becomes available.”

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Fresh leaves every day for everyone

Ongoing expansion at the "Fresh Leaf Farms" Wondecla site have opened up new job vacancies for more local staff like Michael, Mariana Agostino and Production Supervisor, Nikki Scammell.

BY SALLY TURLEY WITH A passion for farming, an infatuation with the Atherton Tablelands and a desire to achieve world domination in herb growing, Jan Vydra of Fresh Leaf farming has huge plans in the pipeline for his Wondecla hydroponic enterprise.

Mr Vydra had been selling his sustainably grown, Victorian farmed basil to Atherton Tableland businesses for several years and had already fallen in love with the area when those businesses closed down, creating a supply issue for the far north. With his vision of giving customers "fresh leaves every day and everywhere," when the

locally owned Clear Water Hydroponics nursery at Wondecla shut down, it seemed the natural thing for him to bring it back to life. After taking over the facility in April 2018, he started growing his own basil there with help from current manager and previous owner, Steve Till, investing $2.8 million in upgrades includ-

ing 4 new green houses. Phase 1 of the project was completed on July 8 and a further $1 million will be spent during phase 2, commencing January next year, to develop the site's production capacity to 6 tonnes of basil per week, every week of the year. But Mr Vydra said not even 10 times current production would satisfy the growing market demand. The Wondecla nursery is currently producing $2 million worth of product annually, but we expect that to increase to $3-3.5 million per year once the project is completed. We also intend building a new packing facility on-site there sometime next year. From next March, we will also be working on a valueadding project with our basil in conjunction with the Tablelands Regional Council and the James Cook University. We hope to establish an Australian pesto product using high quality basil off cuts normally wasted in the harvesting process. "Fresh Leaf" nationally is on track to turn over $20 million next financial year and we plan to establish bases in most Australian states during the next three years," Mr Vydra said.

Currently farming around 40,000 sqm of protected cropping, the 13 year old Melbournebased company employs a total of 148 staff across its three sites, 25 of whom work at Wondecla. From 80 - 90% of those staff are Herberton locals, working in mainly permanent positions growing Asian vegetables, lettuce and a full range of herbs for local cafes and restaurants. As one of the first facilities in Australia to incorporate Generation 3 technology into herb farming, Mr Vydra and Fresh Leaf co-founder William Pham have risen to become one of Australia's leading fresh garnishing companies, producing 25 varieties of herbs, micro greens and edible flowers. Mr Vydra said 2008 was the perfect time to launch "Australian Fresh Leaf Herbs" as cooking shows like "Masterchef" and "My Kitchen Rules" had changed Australia's cooking culture and the herb industry was fragmented and unstructured, desperately needing consolidation. "Consumer interest and the demand for fresh flavoursome products created an opportunity and we jumped on that wave, starting with a weekly consign-

ment of 2000 bunches of basil. Through the combined use of Hydroponic, Flood and Drain and Vertical Farming, we are able to produce all year round," Mr Vydra said. The former Nuffield scholar, who visited 20 countries around the world seeking knowledge about practices such as vertical cropping in a bid to "urbanise agriculture" is also passionate about lowering the average farming age by attracting more young people into agriculture. Embracing emerging technology, "Fresh Leaf' farms have focused strongly on environmentally sustainable production. Their basil crop uses approximately 10% of the water used in traditional field farming, 100% of their water is recycled and cultivation in greenhouses reduces the impact of insects, resulting in minimal use of insecticide. Improved technology has enabled them to multiply plant density per square metre by several hundred per cent and the use of in-house climate control has protected and extended the life of their plants, creating better produce every day for their customers.

Reductions to irrigation prices for QLD growers QUEENSLAND’S growers will be able to access a further 35 percent rebate on water charges as part of a state-wide irrigation price reduction plan. This additional reduction is being put on top of the already current 15 percent discount provided to all irrigators for the next three years as part of the Queensland Governments economic plan. Minister for Regional Development, Manufacturing

and Water Glenn Butcher said the rebate was part of the government's $81.6 million commitment to irrigation price reductions. “Supporting high employment industries is vital for Queensland’s recovery from the global COVID pandemic,” he said. “Irrigated agriculture including fruit, vegetable, nut and turf operations is one of Queensland’s most important

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industries, both in terms of employment and value to our economy. “This rebate will take the water cost reduction to a 50 percent discount for horticultural irrigators in recognition of the significant jobs supported by these crops.” Growcom Chief Executive Officer, Stephen Barnard, commended the government for its significant investment in the sector and for making

the rebate easy to access. “This rebate is the single most significant initiative this government has put into place to directly benefit the horticultural industry and the jobs it supports,” he said. “Keeping the red tape to an absolute minimum will ensure more funds would flow to irrigators who can use the support to grow their businesses and invest in the regional communities that rely on them.”

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Next climate crises to be cold, lots of cold THE reason the UN’s IPCC (CP, 11/08) has never made an accurate climate prediction is because its models have eight major flaws and there’s five climate forcings they fail to appreciate properly or even at all. Their models have never predicted the future, run them backwards and they cannot recreate the past, they are oversensitive to CO2, they cannot properly account for clouds and aerosols, they do not account for the upwards heatfunnelling effect of thunderstorms and cyclones, they don’t properly allow for the urban heat island effect, they use inaccurate input data resulting from recording station instrumentation and site changes, and they do no account for the fact that when ice melts it absorbs a tremendous amount of latent heat from the environment – which cools the air. The IPCC doesn’t properly appreciate the effects of volcanic activity, solar variability and incoming solar electromagnetic particles, incoming energetic galactic cosmic rays, the declining geomagnetic field, or the global electric circuit. That last one they won’t even acknowledge despite an upswing in dis-

coveries of different types of lightning as the geomagnetic field declines. The IPCC was created specifically to “find the human fingerprint on climate” and its well-paid, tax-exempt officials will continue ignoring science in their efforts to find that fingerprint because their jobs depend on it. However they cannot survive without other people’s money, so we just need to defund them and ignore them and the whole “climate crisis” evaporates. The next real-life climate crisis will involve lots of cold and life hates cold. We’d better knuckle down and build some hardened, underground nuclear electricity generators quick smart. Peter Campion Tolga

Well done Mareeba Hospital COVID team I AM considered a senior and as such I wanted to commend the COVID team at Mareeba Hospital. On Thursday 5th August, 2021, I witnessed the group of professionals efficiently, with courtesy and respect. Many fellow seniors, who were in attendance to have their first and second Covid vaccine shots.

The Covid Team kept ‘patients’ informed and were well organised. It was clear the staff were under pressure, yet they all carried their allotted roles well. As a community we should be very grateful to have such experienced and well trained health care professionals to rely on especially in such extraordinary times. Well done Mareeba Hospital Covid Team. Sandy Ryan MAREEBA

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PHOTO OF THE WEEK Winning photo by Kathy Caswell

The theme was ‘Sculptures’. Sunset at the Avenue of Honour. This amazing sculpture which can be interpreted in many ways, is situated in peaceful surroundings on the shores of Lake Tinaroo at Tinaburra. Many people from near and far visit this memorial every year. Such a credit to the locals who made it happen and who continue to maintain it. Lest We Forget. Join and enter your photos at the Tablelands and Surrounds Photography Group Facebook page.

UPDATE

With the Historical Society of Mareeba

IT is beautiful, awe-inspiring and totally huge. I’m talking about Mount Mulligan or Ngarrabullgan as the local Indigenous people have called it for ages. A truly giant of a presence as it sits broodingly over the landscape. That is until the sun shines on it and then the reds, yellows, fawns, greens and blue come into play and the change is mind-blowing. The Historical Society of Mareeba is putting on a month long plus photographic display of this fantastic mountain. This will also incorporate the 1921 disaster as well as the beginning and ending of the coal mining that took place. The disaster is one of the worst mining disasters in Queensland mining history. Seventy-five men lost their lives early one morning causing devastation in the town and throughout the State and country. The display will cover most of Mount Mulligan history as well as the disaster, the town was viable before and after the explosion, proving again and again, how resilient our people are. Hard work did not faze them and the coping skills were and still are, amazing. During September 2021, our rooms in Centenary Park, 345 Byrnes Street, Mareeba, will be open to the public the following days and times. Every Tuesday and Wednesday 8am till 3.30pm – our usual times and Mareeba Market Day 11th September, 7.30am till noon. All other days including weekends 10am till 2pm. Other times by appointment: Please email on sec@ mbahistsoc.org.au As we are self-funded a gold coin donation will be most appreciated. Please come in and have a look around, talk to us, and become interested in learning just what this historical society does. We look after the paperwork of the Mareeba Shire. If you are a history buff, how about joining in, give us a hand, so in 100 years, Mareebaites and others will bless you and your foresight in saving, conserving and preserving Mareeba Shire’s history. We punch well above our weight. This will of course be dependant of Covid-19 restrictions and safety issues. Till next time, and we look forward to saying ‘hi’ to you soon.

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Located a short drive from Tolga, Atherton and Tinaroo there is unique opportunity to own your own 200HA of rural lifestyle acreage which is suitable to a variety of applications including cattle breeding / horses, lifestyle ventures, farm stay or B&B. This property is being offered for sale for the first time in decades.

FEATURES AND IMPROVEMENTS INCLUDE... Main homestead: • Solid Brick Home Approximately 24 Years Old • Open plan with raked ceilings in living area • Well appointed timber Kitchen with great cupboard space • 3 Bedrooms plus separate office or 4th bedroom • Laundry with Built-ins • Full length veranda and tandem car port

• Fenced inner yard with separate dog enclosures • Seasonal creek within walking distance from main home • 5kw Solar power system Two bedroom care takers accommadation: • Open plan living with a/c • Kitchenette • Two bedrooms • Separate Bathroom with WC's • Front and back patio • Garden shed

• Located in a very private bush setting Other improvements • Approximately 100 acres of arable land cleared • 15-20 acres of established Leucaena legume • Water supply is assured via a natural spring on the property • Two large dams plus livestock dams throughout

the property • Machinery shed with power and water connected • Loading ramp and portable cattle yards with live stock shelter • Property is fully fenced into 4 paddocks This is a very rare opportunity to acquire a large rural / life style property in the Atherton Tablelands minutes from Tolga. These sought af-

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• Located on the Main Street of Herberton • Covered timber back deck • Lock up timber shed • Zoned as “town centre” • 364m2 allotment

• Beautiful views of lush paddocks and rainforest • Former dairy farm, now runs approx. 40 head of cattle • Farm equipment & cattle included • 153 acres

• Short walking distance to Mareeba CBD • Kitchen with plenty of benchtop space & storage • Spacious bedrooms • 90m2 ﬂoor area

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Charming, comfortable, convenient

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ceiling fans throughout home • Full length verandas front and back of home • 1 bay carport • Double garden shed • 840m2 allotment with a fenced backyard • Currently tenanted for $370/week Located in a quiet cul-desac close to Tolga Primary School, facilities, and only a short drive to Atherton town centre. For further information or to arrange an inspection of this Tolga home, contact marketing agent Raquel at Sommerset Realty on 0408 983 879. 4 Oakley Cl, TOLGA $360,000 Raquel Cunzolo Sommerset Realty 0408 983 879

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entrance which would be a perfect space for a teenage retreat, the extended family or a home office. Features Include: • Solid masonry block home • 3 carpeted bedrooms all with built-in robes • Rumpus room/4th bedroom • Open plan living featuring a raked ceiling, exposed timber beams & a built in robe • Spacious kitchen – Freestanding electric oven, overhead cupboards & plenty of bench space • Tiled main bathroom with a spa bath • Separate toilet • Internal laundry • Security screens, lino &

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FOR SALE BY TENDER 56.8 ACRES IN KAIRI GOLDEN TRIANGLE • 23.067 hectares (56.8 acres) featuring rich red volcanic soil • 62ML bore water allocation • Sealed road access from three boundaries • Three bedrooms with built-in robes • Double carport and an extensive undercover leisure area • Large machinery shed (approx. 257m2) includes lockable bays with raised timber floors

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Mount Abbott poultry farm

THIS quality poultry farm provides a lifestyle like no other! ‘’Mount Abbott’’ delivers historical high returns and services the niche market from The Torres Strait to Mackay and west to Mount Isa. The current owners have recently upgraded all their management systems to the most up to date versions on offer. This fully "RSPCA Accredited" farm has 4 sheds running 105,000 birds on each of the 6 batches. This property provides an amazing opportunity for

anyone looking for a unique, well-established and equip business with great return. Features: • RSPCA Approved Farm • Only minutes to processing plant and hatchery • Niche market • Excellent water quality and supply • State of the art sheds and controllers • Guaranteed monthly payments from one of Australia's largest family-owned companies • North Queensland lifestyle with planned time off

Full Information pack and dataroom available. Auction details: This Auction is being held online on the 24th September, 2021 at 10.30am. Please contact the Sales Agents for further details. Inspections are by appointment only.

MAREEBA $AUCTION EXCLUSIVE to Morgan Brennan Ray White Atherton 0407 730 450

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Atherton

22 Main Street, Atherton - Phone: 4091 7111 Margaret Black: Principal

MAKEOVER COMPLETE Atherton • 3 bedrooms with built-ins • Renovated inside and out • New modern kitchen • 2 toilets + separate laundry • Covered patio + small shed • Walking distance to shops $349,000 ATH23176838 Suzey Whitby 0438 090 306

RESIDENTIAL + COMMERCIAL Tolga • 1x 2 bedroom self-contained flat • 1x 3 bedroom self-contained flat • 1x café • 1x newsagency • Great location! • Ideal investment opportunity $840,000 ATH23080385 Morgan Brennan 0407 730 450

Contact Exclusive agents Morgan Brennan at Ray White Atherton on 0407 730 450 or Peter Douglas at Ray White Rural Queensland on 0407 172 101 for more information. Visit www.raywhiteruralatherton.com.au/L13059149

JUST STUNNING Barrine • 3 bedrooms + media room • Master with ensuite • Gorgeous fittings & finishes • Beautiful views of Lake Tinaroo • Massive entertaining area • 3 paddocks, cattle yards & crush $1,350,000 L12144272 Suzey Whitby 0438 090 306

POSITION PERFECT Yungaburra • Set on 16.11 hectares • 3 bed, 2 bath modern home • Patio with views • Fully fenced for horses & cattle • Cattle yards + 6 shed bays • Creek access + spring fed dam $1,380,000 ATH23054303 Morgan Brennan 0407 730 450

BOOK YOUR INSPECTION TODAY Atherton • 4 bedrooms with built-ins • Master with ensuite & WIR • Galley style kitchen • Covered patio • No rear neighbours • Great investment opportunity $333,000 L12980955 Suzey Whitby 0438 090 306

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Modern country living SURROUNDED by quality homes on a sought-after street this home stands proudly with a backyard overlooking the Mazlin creek. Enjoy the great outdoors and a knock off drink by the fire from your own peaceful sanctuary, under the beautiful canopy of trees. This freshly painted, well cared for home, hosts spacious open plan living, and dining, with two separate sitting areas and a modern kitchen with quality appliances. 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 with built-ins and the main with a WIR and ENS. Full sized study with all built in

cabinetry, the perfect place to work from home. The spacious, tiled outdoor patio is where you will spend most of your time, it has a built in servery bench from the kitchen, with blinds around the perimeter for privacy and sun protection. There is space for both outdoor living and dining. The features continue out-

side with a 6x5m Colorbond shed, a designated boat or caravan parking area with a sturdy shade sail. The backyard is fully fenced with full side access and a gate access to the creek. Contact Exclusive Listed Agent Michelle Raso on 0428 116 136 for more information.

51 Danzer Drive, ATHERTON Offers Over $520,000 EXCLUSIVE to Michelle Raso Elders Real Estate Malanda 0428 116 136

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Five acres on Atherton Creek in Mareeba JUST a few minutes from town, this 5 acre property with Atherton Creek frontage is a great opportunity to have that rural lifestyle you’ve been looking for, with the benefit of still being close to town. In true Queenslander fashion, there are large verandas on three sides, the main bedroom, the living area and the kitchen all have access to the verandas, giving you plenty of options for outdoor living. The bedrooms are a good size, with two of them having built-in wardrobes, and the master having a walk-in robe. The bathroom is convenient to the bedrooms, and the master bedroom has direct access to the bathroom through the walk-in robe. The bathroom has a separate

shower and bathtub, and the separate toilet even has its own basin. The living areas are spacious, and they have large windows and doors letting in the breezes and heaps of natural light. Close by, the kitchen is quite large and serviceable, but there is potential to add value as it could be revamped with some new cabinetry and floor coverings. The current owners have undertaken some important updates to the property including a new roof to the house, and they have had a builder check all the stumps and tie-downs. The property also has a large open shed with a concrete floor, which is great for vehicle and other storage.

There is also and bore and two rainwater tanks on the property as well. The small lychee orchard is not presently being utilized. It could be revived and added to, or this area could be used as a paddock or whatever else you desire. There is also a good section of Atherton creek frontage providing a great spot for a swim and a relax. • Polished timber floorboards • Walk in wardrobe • Big veranda, wraps

Contact:

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To book a private inspection call exclusive agent Remo Esposito on 0401 969 473 or drop into the Central Realty Mareeba office today.

296 Chewko Road, MAREEBA $465,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Remo Esposito Central Realty Mareeba 0401 969 473

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around majority of home • Large open shed with concrete floor • Fenced house yard, 5 acres of land • Bore and rainwater tanks • Small lychee orchard • Atherton Creek frontage • Close to town

Contact Gail Barton on 4095 6677 today Elders Insurance Tablelands Zoners Pty Ltd ABN 59097345474 trading as Elders Insurance Tablelands AR No. 254599 is an Authorised Representative of Elders Insurance (Underwriting Agency) Pty Limited ABN 56 138 879 026, AFSL 340965. Insurance is underwritten by QBE Insurance (Australia) Limited ABN 78 003 191 035 AFSL 239545. Contact us for a Product Disclosure Statement to decide if a product is right for you.

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New to the market

Tastefully renovated family home in Malanda

SITUATED within walking distance to the Malanda Primary School and CBD is this beautifully renovated masonry block family home. Feel the cushioning of the Sir Walter turf beneath your feet as you approach the front patio. Upon entry to the home you will observe spacious open plan living with a modern clean and crisp colour scheme and new floor coverings throughout the home. The spacious kitchen features plentiful bench and storage space more than ample when preparing for the extended family at Christmas. The living room offers a faux electric fireplace and access to the rear timber deck and entertainment area. To

the northern end of the home is the master bedroom with walk in robe and stylish ensuite followed by 3 more spacious bedrooms all with builtins, centrally positioned in the home the laundry features built in cupboards as well as outside access. From the laundry you have access to the main bathroom with separate toilet and vanity. Externally the property is nestled on a low maintenance 790m2 block Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

with fully fenced back yard, double lawn locker and there is the added bonus of a secure lockup for the camper or trailer. Situated behind the home is a private community reserve for the few lucky homes with access. Contact Exclusive Marketing Agent Greg Smith on 0437 332 912 at First National Atherton for more information.

4091 1177 21 Main St, Atherton

MALANDA NOW $439,000 EXCLUSIVE to Greg Smith First National Real Estate Atherton 0437 332 912

4091 1177 21 Main St, Atherton

LARGE FAMILY HOME IN HERBERTON

• Masonry block & Hardiplank highset 4 bedroom home on 842m2 block • Large kitchen with dishwasher, electric oven, cooktop and rangehood • Huge lounge room with rear deck / patio access • Double garage with separate storage room and laundry room • Walking distance to reputable schools, Wild River and local shops

Price: $299,000!! - Call Greg on 0437 332 912

FIND PEACE AND PRIVACY

• Hidden away on 1ha of rainforest • Large 2 storey home with brand new kitchen and gas cooking • Granny flat with kitchenette and open plan • 10m x 6m Colorbond shed for storage • Perfect for dual occupancy or AirBnB

Offers Over $650,000 - Call Kaydee 0417 468 941

8 ELWOOD CLOSE, ATHERTON

• Modern kitchen with 5 burner gas cooktop • Tiled open plan kitchen, dining and lounge • Formal lounge /media room • Master suite with ensuite and walk-in wardrobe • 1114m² block, 49m² shed with power, 250m² under roof

Price: $485,000 - Call Brendan on 0447 809 808

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What a view

LOCATED in an area affectionately known as High School Hill with uninterrupted views of the hills and farmland surrounding the Atherton Township is this solid and recently upgraded family home. Recently repainted internally, the home features… • Beautiful & uninterrupted views from timber deck wrapping around 3 sides • 4 Spacious & newly carpeted bedrooms • Separate parents retreat living area or study with A/C • Spacious open plan lounge/dining area complete

with wood heater & A/C • Featured (exposed) timber beams & high ceilings – great for air flow • Access To deck from lounge, dining & kitchen areas – internal views from all living areas • Feature lighting throughout living area to show off artwork or family photos • Recently upgraded kitchen includes stone benches, large pantry, electric appliances & servery onto deck • Large main bathroom with upgraded vanity & bathtub • Spacious laundry with

good storage area • Fully functional spa & fenced entertaining area • Large double lockup garage with under house storage – lockable storage under outside stairs • Solar panels The home has been recently refurbished throughAddress: Price: Agent: Contact:

out, all that is left to do is unpack. Daimin at Main St Real Estate is proud to present this Exclusively Listed property to the market and invites you to arrange your private inspection by calling 0448 916 246.

9 Tenth Avenue, ATHERTON $559,000 EXCLUSIVE to Daimin Kochi Main Street Real Estate 0448 916 246

DAIMIN KOCHI 0448 916 246

A PEACEFUL LIFE BY THE RIVER • New roof & re-stumping • Spacious kitchen, separate lounge • Enclosed verandah, covered outdoor area • Upgraded bathroom & separate toilet • 6m x 6m shed with mezzanine floor • 2 street access to house & shed $278,000

QUAINT TIMBER COTTAGE • ½ acre with possible development potential • Open plan living/dining & kitchen areas • Well appointed kitchen with pantry • 3 carpeted bedrooms, 2 with built-ins • Full length back patio, front timber deck • 5x5m lockable shed with 7x7m extension $329,000

SO MUCH SPACE INSIDE & OUT • Open plan modern kitchen & dining area • Large lounge, wood heater, 2nd family room • 6 bedrooms, ensuite, a/c & WIR in master • Undercover entertaining area, built-in bar • Large 4 bay steel shed, 6x6m workshop • Solar HWS, tandem carport, fenced yard $420,000

CLOSE TO AMENITIES • Quaint home on 760m2 allotment • Currently tenanted at $330 per week • Renovated kitchen, separate lounge • 4 bedrooms, 2 renovated bathrooms • 2 shadehouses, garden/storage shed • 6 x 9m lockable shed with power $320,000

ACREAGE BLOCK WITH CREEK FRONTAGE • 6941m2 block located in Peeramon • Titled & ready for an immediate start • Surrounding countryside views • Town water & underground power • Covenants to protect your investment • 6km to Lake Eacham picnic/swimming area $259,000

Phone 4091 6246 • www.mainstrealestate.com.au www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

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Peaceful acreage living with extended family options THE emphasis is on family lifestyle with this acreage property, located within walking distance of Biboohra State School and only 10 minutes from all of Mareeba town facilities. Positioned on 1.01ha (2.5 acres) the 3 bedroom home offers warmth & charm and the added benefit of a semiattached 1 bedroom granny flat as well as the following features: • 3 Bedroom masonry block residence with 2.7m ceilings, new gutters & security screens throughout • Inviting Lounge area with floating timber floor, timber paneled feature wall, brick fireplace & in-built brick bar • Central air-conditioned living/dining area • Updated, sizeable U shaped kitchen with breakfast bar, walk-in pantry & dishwasher • Air-conditioned & carpeted master bedroom with built-in robe • Bedroom 2 with carpet &

built-in robe • Bedroom 3 with new invertor air-conditioner, vinyl planking & built-in robe • Stylish new bathroom • Laundry with built-in storage cupboards & hallway storage cupboards • Rear patio plus outdoor entertainment area with builtin slate/stone bbq • Garage with roller doors each end plus open carport off the front • Air-conditioned & tiled 1 bedroom, separately metered granny flat with exposed beam ceiling, kitchen, bathroom, toilet & open carport • 22,500L Poly water tank plus 20,000L concrete water tank & pressure pump Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

• 3 Phase bore pump with new shed • New meter box with generator point & new remote controlled photoelectric smoke alarms • 1.01Ha (2.5 acres) partly fenced in a quiet location With so many features on offer, it’s tailor made for those looking for a home with rich character, extra space and a superb location. Inspection is highly recommended - open for inspection this Saturday from 10am to 11am.

OPEN HOME THIS SATURDAY 10AM TO 11AM

For further information or to arrange a private inspection please contact exclusive agent Joe Torrisi on 0417 700 468. 5 Brown Street, BIBOOHRA $470,000 EXCLUSIVE to Joe Torrisi Joe Torrisi Real estate 0417 700 468

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• FULLY TILED 4 BEDROOM, 2 BATH + 2 LIVING AREAS • AIRCONDITIONED LIVING, LOUNGE & 3 BEDROOMS • 5KW SOLAR SYSTEM, BUILT-INS, S/SCREENS & BLINDS • FENCED 1000M2 BLOCK WITH LARGE REAR YARD PRICE: $398,000 NEG JOE TORRISI 0417 700 468 WWW.JOETORRISI.COM.AU

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www.tablelands.com 45 James Street, Malanda: 4096 5446 13 Main Street, Millaa Millaa: 0408 733 149

THIS is the one to buy if you are looking for a successfully run, rewarding and very profitable enterprise. Situated on the beautiful Atherton Tablelands, on the waterfall route and only one and bit hours from Cairns. It is called a 'Diner' but also offers so much more. With it's large range of gift-ware and some clothing, it does not only attract the hungry. The commercial kitchen with all it's mods and cons has only been installed a few years ago and can cater for large quantities of food and customers. The sitting and dining area inside the building is also being used to display the beautiful and tasteful gift-ware that is so hard to choose from. The business owns a license to use the undercover footpath area for outside dining. The living quarters in the back of the dwelling are available for the owners or maybe even a manager, as well as some storage rooms and staff toilets and even a room in the Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

ceiling. The newly renovated office and 2 of the bedrooms make this place very inviting. A 25 kwa generator has been wired in to run the business in case of a power outage A large 2 bay shed is providing enough room for all the vehicles and more. The backyard is fenced and large enough for a dog or two. So don't hesitate to have a look at this amazing way of life in the lovely tropical tablelands and be your own boss with this business and its incredible turnover. • Very profitable business • Renovated • Food and Gift ware • Walk in Walk out • Office, Storage rooms • 25kwa generator, wired in • Large shed, Fenced yard

For more information, or to book your private inspection, call Susanne 0408 733 149 or Darren 0429 977 675 @ Tablelands.com & Malanda Real Estate.

MILLAA MILLAA $545,000 Susanne Reynolds Tablelands.com & Malanda Real Estate 0408 733 149

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Relax and enjoy your weekends at Tinaroo

WITH uninterrupted views of Lake Tinaroo from your very own private patio and a walking track to the water this unit offers relaxed carefree living. This two-bedroom furnished townhouse is beautifully presented with a compact modern kitchen and easy care floors. The master bedroom is upstairs and is a very generous size, with room for an office or baby’s cot. The unit has reverse cycle air conditioning for yearround comfort.

An under-cover car space is also allocated to this unit. There is no work to be done, you can move in immediately and start enjoying the activities, such as fishing, sailing and water skiing or just relax and enjoy the lifestyle on offer here. Your escape for weekAddress: Price: Agent: Contact:

ends or weeks on end.

For more information, call Trisha Jackson at Professionals Atherton. Phone 4091 3955 or 0419 1833 145 anytime. To view more photos, visit athertonrealestate.com.au

Accelerating success. Unique Lifestyle & Commercial Opportunity For Lease

TINAROO $220,000 Trisha Jackson Professionals Atherton 0419 183 145

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Aries

March 21 to April 20

Abrupt action will cause difficulties with relatives. Good day for romance. Keep your thoughts and opinions to yourself and you won’t get dragged into an unsavoury debate.

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You will be extremely receptive to new and progressive methods at work. The answers can only come from within. If you’re feeling uncertain, spend some time alone and reevaluate your motives as well as your needs.

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Pleasure trips will be a form of healing for your emotional state of mind. Don’t hesitate to voice your opinions when it comes to matters pertaining to work.

You will find the perfect outfit if you shop this week. Have some fun, but draw the line if someone tries to fast talk their way into your heart. Do your job and then spend some time with family.

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You need to keep the peace and you will have to bend in order to do so. Your boss may be on the rampage and you certainly don’t want to be the one to take the brunt of a bad situation.

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Jan 21 to Feb 19

Get some sound advice and help setting up a workable budget. You can expect changes in your financial situation as well as in your status. You’re ready to take action and take over.

Gemini

May 22 to June 21

You can easily impress others with your generous nature. Catch up on any correspondence you’ve neglected. You may have difficulty trying to get your mate to understand your position.

Leo

July 23 to Aug 22

Don’t lend to people who have given you negative vibes. Your anger may be impossible to contain if you get into debates with family members. Take care of any pressing health problems.

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Nov 23 to Dec 21 You’ll find love and you’ll get into tiptop shape at the same time. Accept the inevitable, and opportunities for advancement will follow. You can meet new and exciting friends who will provide mental stimulation.

Pisces

Feb 20 to March 20

Enjoy a quiet dinner for two and discuss some of the plans you have for the future. You may find that others do not do things the way you want; however, if the job gets done, let it pass.

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This Friday, August 20 family and friends will come together to celebrate the wedding of Mareeba’s Alex Srhoj to Tarzali’s Aly Slyney.

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CLASSIFIEDS Position Vacant Support Staff - Cleaner • Casual role • Above award pay rate, $28.53 per hour including casual loading Genazzano Retreat is currently seeking a motivated Support Staff - Cleaner, with experience particularly in accommodation for guests and has a high level of attention to detail. The primary focus of the role will be to support the Managers in the housekeeping functions of the Retreat and Campground, and supporting the kitchen operations by keeping the dining area clean, clearing tables, dishwashing and serving meals. How to apply and more information can be accessed from: www.cairns.catholic.org.au/about/careers Applications close Sunday 22nd August, 2021.

Site Services Assistant • Permanent part-time position with 15 hours per week • Would suit someone looking for school hours work • Above award pay rate, $23.73 per hour Genazzano Retreat is currently seeking a motivated Site Services Assistant who has a high level of attention to detail and/or experience in cleaning, particularly in accommodation. The primary focus of the role will be to support the Managers in the operational function of the Retreat and Campground. The successful applicant will be responsible for the cleaning, housekeeping and caretaking of the Retreat and Campground amenities. How to apply and more information can be accessed from: www.cairns.catholic.org.au/about/careers Applications close Sunday 22nd August, 2021.

Construction and Boilermaker

Positions available on a Mareeba Banana Farm for Boilermakers to help in the construction of Packing Facility and Equipment. For more details: Phone 4068 1032 Tuesday - Friday 8.30am - 4.00pm OR APPLY TO: fleglergroupptyltd@bigpond.com

We welcome staff to join our Company, we are experienced Banana Farmers now farming near Mareeba. We have positions available for the following:

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FULL OR PART TIME RECEPTIONIST MAREEBA & ATHERTON Due to internal promotion we need receptionists for our Mareeba and Atherton offices. You will be responsible for looking after our clients and report directly to the Practice Manager. In addition to administration duties you may be required to assist in preparation of BAS and IAS Returns for our valued clients. The work will be client based and interesting. Ongoing training leading to personal advancement is provided. Flexible work hours are available. Experience in MYOB and or Xero accounting, Word and Excel will be advantageous. For more details contact Margaret Blakey on (07) 4092 1244 or forward your resume to: mareeba@grubersbeckett.com.au CONFIDENTIALITY AND A PROFESSIONAL ATTITUDE IS ESSENTIAL FOR EACH ROLE.

OFFICE MANAGER ROLE We are a very successful family owned agricultural supplies operation on the Atherton Tablelands and we are looking for an internal bookkeeper with extensive MYOB experience. This is a full time permanent position with normal office hours Monday to Friday. We are looking for a team player who has: • Extensive experience in MYOB • Experience in accounting/bookkeeping in a commercial setting • The ability to meet deadlines, work unsupervised and can deal with stressful situations; and • Can start within a reasonable time frame as it is envisaged that an extended handover and training period will be required, but the incumbent will be available for ongoing support for a period of time. The position involves data entry, debtors and creditors and bank reconciliations and inventory control as well as general office duties. Extensive experience in MYOB is essential, formal qualifications are not – it is experience that is vitally important as is the ability to work independently, unsupervised, in a team, and support other team members cooperatively. Salary/package is negotiable and will be commensurate with experience, especially MYOB.

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Mareeba Community Housing Company is seeking Rental Properties for the Community Rent Scheme Program in Mareeba. The program offers secure lease terms, guaranteed rent payments, professional tenancy and property management team, no management fees and access to qualified tradespersons. If you have a unit or house in Mareeba, call our tenancy manager to discuss the program specifics and arrange an inspection on 4092 6899 or call in to see us at 212 Walsh Street, Mareeba.

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CLASSIFIEDS Public Notice MAREEBA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

A.G.M.

SATURDAY 21ST AUGUST, 10AM

RATE NOTICES ISSUED - DUE 10 SEPTEMBER 2021 The half-yearly rate notices for the six month period ending 31 December 2021 have been issued. The discount period closes on Friday 10 September 2021. If you have not received your rate notice, please contact the Rates Department. HOW CAN I PAY MY RATES? You can pay your rates in a number of ways. This includes BPay, Australia Post Billpay, EFTPOS including debit and credit card, cash and cheque. To receive the discount, you need to ensure that any transactions are processed and funds cleared into Council’s bank account on or before the discount date. WHERE CAN I PAY MY RATES? You can pay at any of the Council’s two (2) Service Centres or at any of Council’s agencies: • Australia Post: Pay safely and securely in person at any Australia Post Office, pay by cash, cheque or credit card (Visa and Mastercard only). • By Phone: Call 13 18 16 at any time of the day for the cost of a local call (within Australia). Visa and MasterCard are accepted, normal call charges apply from public phones, mobile phones and overseas phones. • By Cheque: Post a cheque to Mareeba Shire Council, PO Box 154, MAREEBA QLD. 4880. • Australia Post Billpay: Visit postbillpay.com.au. Use the BillPay Code (4068) and use your BillPay Reference Number (found on your most current Rate Notice). • Direct Deposit/BPay: Call your financial institution (or by logging onto their website) to pay your rates by cheque or savings account, BPAY Biller Code 228171 and your customer reference number that is found on the bottom of your Rate Notice in the BPAY box. • In Person: Mareeba - 65 Rankin Street. Open Monday to Friday 8.30am 4.30pm (Thursday opening 9.00am). Phone 1300 308 461. Kuranda - 18-22 Arara Street. Council business conducted Monday to Friday, 10.00am - 4.30pm. DO YOU KNOW ABOUT OUR PAYMENT ARRANGEMENTS? To help ease the financial burden, Council has a payment arrangement scheme available provided the total amount outstanding is paid by 31 December 2021. This allows you to pay a nominated weekly, fortnightly or monthly amount towards the rates and other charges. You will only receive the 10 per cent discount, if the full amount of rates and charges is paid by Friday 10 September 2021. Contact Council’s Rates Department for further information. Discount will not be allowed under any circumstances if payment is not received at Council’s Customer Service Centres at the above times by the due date. A pensioner rebate may also apply to those holders of a State Government Pensioner Concession Card or Repatriation Gold Card. Peter Franks Chief Executive Officer PO Box 154, MAREEBA QLD. 4880

345 Byrnes St, Mareeba, Centenary Park All members, friends and interested parties invited to attend.

Proposed Development Make a submission from: 18th August 10th September, 2021

Preliminary Approval including Variation Request to vary Mareeba Shire Council Planning Scheme to alter the assessment level of a Child Care Centre

Where: 47 Anzac Avenue, Mareeba On: Lot 53 on SP204554 Approval Sought: Preliminary Approval including Variation Request Application Ref: MCU/20/0017 You may obtain a copy of the application and make a submission to:

Mareeba Shire Council 65 Rankine Street, Mareeba QLD 4880 info@msc.qld.gov.au 1300 308 461 www.msc.qld.gov.au Public notification requirements are in accordance with the Planning Act 2016.

WaNted Proposed Development Make a submission from: 18th August 10th September, 2021

Development Permit for Reconfiguring a Lot (Boundary Realignment)

Where: 2850 Kennedy Highway & 116 Kanervo Road, Koah On: Lot 2 on SP176556 & Lot 202 on RP843530 Approval Sought: Development Permit Application Ref: RAL/21/0010 You may obtain a copy of the application and make a submission to:

Mareeba Shire Council 65 Rankine Street, Mareeba QLD 4880 info@msc.qld.gov.au 1300 308 461 www.msc.qld.gov.au

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4th September, 2021 at 4pm To be held at the Golf Club Lucey Reserve, Kennedy Highway Followed by a Fundraiser BBQ Dinner. All Members, past Members & Public are invited to attend.

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Community tennis challenge Businesses, organisations, community groups and service providers from Mareeba gathered at the Mareeba Tennis facility last Saturday for a round robin tournament held by the Mareeba Tennis Club. Dubbed the Tennis Community Challenge the tournament gave people the chance to get out and put their bodies through the motions, with everyone getting the chance to play each other. With around five teams involved this year with support from Mareeba Tennis Club members the day was viewed as a great success with prizes for best dressed, most social and more.

Riders from across the region flocked to Mareeba Motorcyle Club on Sunday to take part in the fundraising event for Kevin and Lucy Dunn of Mareeba.

Race day success IN an outstanding show of support locals flocked to the Mareeba Motorcycle Club last Sunday as they hosted a special race day, raising money in support of longtime friends and supporters of the club, Kevin and Lucy Dunn.

Sam Jennings.

Lucy Reed.

After losing their business, Performance Motors, in a tragic fire earlier in the year the Dunn’s have been trudging along as they look to rebuild. In an immense show of support worker and president of the Mareeba Motorcycle Club Kim

Grothues organised a special race day to raise money for his bosses and friends. The day was hailed as a great success with an amazing turnout from riders and spectators alike, with over 41 prizes available in the monster raffle.

Mick Schuch.

Speedway thrills and spills

Rain made for more fun on track at Tepon Raceway on Sunday for Herberton Speedway’s Humans Duelling in Machines event.

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Brad Brooks.

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Buckets belt bottom feeders Students from Mareeba State High School and St Stephen’s Catholic College competed in the annual Mark Bestmann Shield last week. Pictured above is the boys teams and below, the girls team.

Brennan Collis scores another bucket.

MAREEBA basketball powerhouse, the Stingrays were relegated to bottom feeders when the emerging Buckets squad scored a century against them last Thursday evening. Brennan Collis amassed 48 points and his regular partner in crime Ricaydan Wason contributed 28 points.

Paul Flanagan and Kyll Wright each chipped in 13 points rounding out the Buckets’ banquet. 109 for the Buckets at the buzzer, Stingrays tail and barb between their legs, a mere 62 points. Regular readers may be forgiven for assuming the Buckets franchise refers to scoring baskets and hoops however this is not the

case. Buckets player Ben Washington recently informed The Express that the club name arose during the draft period for recruiting player Kyll Wright, when the emerging player donned a KFC bucket hat in proximity to the stadium.

Schools take to the pitch for annual Mark Bestmann Shield STUDENTS in Mareeba got to trade the classroom for the Borzi Park cricket field last Tuesday as the annual Mark Bestmann Shield was held between Mareeba State High School (MSHS) and St Stephen’s Catholic College (SSCC). The annual competition is held between the schools in re-

membrance of Dr Mark Bestmann, an avid cricketer and in support of the Black Dog Institute. Last week both schools fielded two well stacked teams with girls and boys all getting the chance to bat and bowl instead of studying. In the end it was MSHS who

came out on top in both divisions with the boys winning 91 to 80 and the girls winning 134 to 124. The Mareeba Cricket Club will be hosting its own game in support of the Black Dog Institute next month, September 18 at Borzi Park.

COVID restrictions put a holt to community sports WITH a snap lockdown hitting Cairns and Yarrabah last week, sporting venues were forced to hammer down on restrictions to keep our local teams safe from COVID. The Queensland Government said community, club and recreational sports in the affect-

ed region are not to go ahead for the next two weeks until restrictions ease. These restrictions flow onto local sporting clubs on the Tablelands such as soccer and football among others. Activities that are not permitted to operate include fun and

park runs, community competitions, organised team sports, lawn bowl meets, martial arts, gymnastics competitions and social dancing groups. Activities that are permitted for the two weeks of sporting restrictions include activities with less than 10 people involved,

non-contact activities, activities that can be done with a mask, where there’s minimal sharing of equipment and Check In Qld and COVID Safe Checklist are obliged. All interschool sports have also been cancelled or postponed in the Cairns and Yarra-

bah region as a safety measure for students across the region. Outdoor recreational sports such as swimming, golf or tennis can go ahead so long as the exercise is outdoors and distanced from others. Restrictions are set to ease on August 22 at 4pm, for

more information on sports restrictions across impacted areas such as Cairns and Yarrabah, visit www.qld.gov.au/ health/conditions/health-alerts/ coronavirus-covid-19/currentstatus/public-health-directions/restrictions-impactedareas#community-sport

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SPORT Olympic medal for former Tablelands rider After decades of commitment to his sport, an Australian equestrian rider who started his career on the Tablelands has seen his Olympic dream come true bringing home a silver medal from Tokyo. BY RHYS THOMAS KEVIN McNab started his career on the Tablelands at the age of two, dedicating his life to equestrian sports. Over four decades on Kevin has had that commitment rewarded after he brought home silver at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. Kevin, now 43, has realised his dream of representing Australia on the world stage, being part of the Australian Equestrian team in the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. Born in Cairns the Queenslander spent many of his young years on the Tablelands before moving to the southeast corner for an equestrian program. While Queensland remains his home Kevin spends a lot of his time outside of London in the United Kingdom, pursing his equestrian dreams. Kevin credits his mother’s ‘mistake’ of putting him on his

first horse when he was two that started his journey to the world stage. “My mum made the mistake of putting me on a horse when I was two,” he said. “I ended up going to pony club and it really snowballed from there. “Riding horses is one of those things you either love or you don’t… I was never going to do anything else.” He may be an Olympian now but 40 years ago Kevin was just a young man riding horses on the Tablelands for the Malanda, Millaa Millaa and Mareeba Pony Clubs at one stage or another. “It all happens in such a rush, but it is something that we have been training towards and planning for years so when it happens It is, in a lot of ways, another day at the office,” he said. “Afterwards it’s like wow we’ve just been to the Olym-

pics and we have a silver medal. “It’s surreal but I am really CHAMPION: Former Tablelands local Kevin McNab has realised a lifelong dream competing in happy that I was able to do that the 2021 Tokyo Olympics taking home a silver medal in the equestrian team eventing. one for myself, for my fam- PHOTO CREDIT: HIPPO FOTO MEDIA. ily and everyone else that has to be selected outright and not supported me over the years, it due to someone’s misfortune. makes it all worthwhile.” “When the opportunity preOn the road to the Olympics sented itself I was happy to Kevin travelled the world par- take it, it was an amazing opticipating in as many five-star portunity.” events as he could in contenWhile reveling in the action to the upcoming games. complishments of his teamThrough hard work and per- mates and himself, Kevin also severance Kevin was named as had high praise for the Ausa reserve for the games, how- tralian High Performance proever through a stroke of luck he gram. was able to secure a spot in the “The High Performance competing team. program in Australia is revo“History has a habit of re- lutionary, I have witnessed a peating itself and it does tend lot of other teams at Tokyo to happen that in the lead up that didn’t work as smoothly to championships there are al- as what the Australian High ways injuries, it’s the nature of Performance program did,” he the beast,” Kevin said. said. “Things do go wrong and Now with one medal under their misfortune was my for- his belt Kevin is eyeing off the tune, it’s never a nice place to next games set to be held in be in because it would be nice France in 2024.

New pool leeses announced KEELWATER PTY LTD have secured the leases for the Mareeba, Kuranda pools and the Dimbulah pool and caravan park for the next three years, beating out longtime lessees June and Syd Cotter from Cotters Aquatic. Cotters Aquatic reapplied for the lease of the Dimbulah Pool and Caravan Park for one year only, while Keelwater had applied for all the facilities for a duration of three years, Mareeba Shire Council (MSC) chose

the latter. “Cotter's Aquatics have been the lessee at the Mareeba and Kuranda pools since 2008 and took on the lease at the Dimbulah pool and caravan park in 2019,” MSC Mayor Toppin said. “June and Syd are well respected within our communities and have delivered these important services well in that time.” Keelwater has been identified as an established business with extensive experience in

operating pools and Mareeba businesses with Jason Salecich of Keelwater managing the Mareeba Leagues Club from 1998 to 2003. “Council considered the tenders from Cotter's and Keelwater, both established and suitably qualified Operators,” Mayor Toppin said. “The appointment of a single lessee for all four facilities is expected to result in improved efficiencies and a consistent approach to the management of

these community assets. “Council assesses value for money, the administrative requirements of the proposals and the responsibilities that are proposed for both Council and the tenderer.” The Express will sit down with upstanding community member and outgoing lessee June Cotter in the start of September to discuss the lease and her time as manager of the Mareeba, Dimbulah and Kuranda pools.

Mareeba Shire Council has awarded Keelwater Pty Ltd as the new lesees for the Mareeba, Kuranda pools and the Dimbulah pool and caravan park for the next three years.

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