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Members of the Mareeba Air Force Cadets (from left) Warrant Officer Sarah Westwood, Sergeant Abbey Pillar, Flight Lieutenant Stanway, Sergeant Prue Pillar and Corporal Emily Dixon are getting ready to participate in Anzac Day ceremonies to be held at the town's cenotaph next Monday.

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Motorists advised on new works MOTORISTS have been warned that major works will begin at the Beantree Road and Albrecht Street, and Beantree Road and Barson Road intersections in Tolga next week. Work will commence on the widening and resurfacing of the two intersections on 26 April. As a result, Beantree Road, between the Kennedy Highway and Albrecht Street, will be fully closed for the first two weeks of the project while the culvert is replaced. Alternative access for motorists will be via Tolga and Barson Streets. The two intersections will remain open during the project but will be under traffic guidance. The project is expected to be completed in June. Meanwhile, minor work will start on the approaches of the Sluice Creek Bridge at Evelyn this week. The one-lane timber bridge on Sluice Creek Road will be replaced by a two-lane concrete bridge, increasing the load limit from 10 tonnes to 44 tonnes. The road will be fully closed during construction which is expected to take at least three months.

Fletcher Goldsmith got to meet the Easter bunny at the Mareeba Kids Campus last Thursday for an early Easter surprise.

Easter Bunny surprises kids MAREEBA Kids Campus was treated to an early visit from the Easter Bunny last week, with kids from the Constance Street campus filled with excitement to meet their holiday friend. Visiting each age group at the campus, Ms

Bunny spent some quality time with each of the kids, giving them all a big cuddle and some yummy chocolate eggs. For more pictures of the Constance Street Easter Bunny visit, go to our website www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au or Facebook page.

Chance for voters to meet candidates at lunches CANDIDATES vying for the Federal seat of Kennedy will explain their platforms and talk about local issues at two luncheons aimed at allowing the public to find out more about those on the ballot paper prior to the 21 May election. A luncheon organised by Advance

Cairns in conjunction with the three chambers of commerce in the southern Tablelands will be held this Wednesday, featuring all five candidates – incumbent Bob Katter, Labor’s Jason Brandon, LNP’s Bryce Macdonald, United Australia Party’s Peter Campion and the Greens’ Jen-

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Town welcomes war refugees BY ROBYN HOLMES

FAMILIES fleeing the Ukrainian war zone have found a safe haven with their relatives living around Mareeba, and more are on their way. Centacare FNQ is supporting the refugees with information and English language classes to ensure they can assimilate into the community. Member for Leichhardt Warren Entsch said around 15 people had travelled to the region to date but he expected a lot more to follow as the war between Russia and Ukraine shows no signs of a peaceful resolution. He said the refugees who had arrived had been sponsored by families who already live and work in the area,

but locals were also putting their hand up to help. “I had a farmer contact my office who has a small cottage on his property which he offered which would be suitable for a small family and he has also offered them work,” Mr Entsch said. “It’s fantastic that there is family support for these people and it does take the pressure off government services when that type of support is there.” Centacare executive director Anita Veivers said the agency was expecting more people to arrive in coming weeks. “The small number of people who have arrived in Mareeba are staying with and being supported by family members who already live locally,” she said.

“Centacare FNQ provides a welcoming space for everyone and is pleased to be able to work with all multicultural communities, established and newly arrived. “We are fortunate to have an excellent team which includes Ukrainian speaking staff.” Centacare FNQ can provide support to Ukrainian nationals in need of assistance in Cairns through the Humanitarian Settlement Program (HSP). This includes support for Ukrainian nationals in the Cairns region who hold nonhumanitarian temporary visas, such as visitor visas. Mareeba has always been a town that welcomes other cultures, with a reported 64 different nationalities liv-

ing in the shire. Many Europeans chose Mareeba as their new home after World War II including Italians, Germans, Albanians, Croatians, Poles and Ukrainians. Mr Entsch said the Bosnian conflict from 1992-1995 had also triggered an influx of refugees to the region, mostly to relatives and friends already living in the Mareeba and Tablelands areas. “But the majority of those refugees did in fact return home after the war,” Mr Entsch said. Mareeba Mayor Angela Toppin said she was “immensely proud of what we have achieved as a Shire, throughout our history” “With strong cultural foundations through our Aboriginal and Torres

Strait Islander peoples, to welcoming new residents from all corners of the earth, diversity and multiculturalism is a hallmark of our community. “As a child of migrants, I have a personal connection to the opportunities that are available to people who choose to settle here and have witnessed many families flourish in the shire. “The experience of people whose lives have been impacted by war will be different, however, I know that this community will welcome them.” Ms Vievers said individuals in the Far North Queensland region who may be in need of HSP support could contact Multicultural Australia on 07 3337 5400.

Mareeba vaccination milestone STAFF at the Mareeba Hospital paused to celebrate a milestone achievement last week, commemorating the administration of their first Covid vaccine one year ago. To date, the hospital’s vaccine clinic has administered 13,594 vaccinations since their first dose on 14 April 2021. The hospital has administered a range of approved vaccinations to locals and are now looking to integrate the vaccination system into the hospital and commence “business as usual”. Mareeba Hospital vaccination lead Diann Elliott said without the support from the rest of the hospital staff and hospitals around the region, the vaccination process wouldn’t have been so smooth.

“Everyone helped us, the whole hospital – I had school-based youth nurses come in, security that helped direct people, it was a real big team effort,” she said. “This is a great achievement for a little rural community. “It’s good to stop now and make it part of our business as usual. We are not stopping offering Covid vaccinations – we’re starting flu vaccinations in conjunction with Covid.” Christmas was the busiest time for the clinic with people rushing in to get their boosters after they were announced. The largest day for the clinics in vaccinations was when they administered 242 in one day.

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Mareeba girl takes on Miss World BY ELLIE FINK

MAREEBA’S diamond, Rowena Petersen, has taken the next step to becoming Miss World Australia, making her way to the Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast as a national finalist next week, with hopes to be crowned number one. This isn’t Ms Petersen’s first time in the spotlight for the Miss World Australia pageant, being awarded best fundraiser in Queensland last year, which has taken her onto the National finals this year. Full of excitement and nerves, she will meet faceto-face with contestants from across the country for the first time since Covid to find out who will be crowned Miss World Australia. “I applied online at the end of 2019 and was invited to compete at the Queensland Preliminary finals where I was put through to the Queensland State Finals,” she said. “I was awarded Queensland’s highest fundraiser at the state final, but I was unsuccessful in making in through to nationals but a few months later I was given a second chance when Miss World Australia announced they were putting through the two highest fundraisers in Australia.

“So, I worked hard to raise as much money as I could and thanks to the support of everyone and their donations, I have been put through to compete at nationals.” Ms Peterson has spent the last three years raising funds for Variety the Children’s Charity, through organising fashion shows, raffles, money boards and putting her cause out to her online following. Last year alone, she donated over $7000 to the charity through her fundraising in the Mareeba community. Ms Petersen expressed her pride to be heading to the Palazzo Versace and says she is grateful for everyone who has supported her along the way. “I’m very proud and thankful that I’ve been given this opportunity to be a national finalist. It’s an unreal feeling and no matter the outcome I’m very excited to use this opportunity to grow as a person and get the most out of it,” she said. “My biggest supporters would honestly be the Mareeba community, whenever I’ve had raffles going or money boards or even just asking for donations everyone has been supportive and I’m so grateful because I wouldn’t be where I am without their support.”

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18 years and counting BY ELLIE FINK

WHEN Mareeba’s Michael Harnischfeger steps to the start of this year’s Great Wheelbarrow Race, it will be the 19th time he has taken on the gruelling event. Michael has participated in every race since it began in 2004, challenging himself in all categories including duos, trios, groups and even running solo in the 140km event. For Michael, the motivation to compete stemmed from the encouragement of a mate, on a random night out. “A mate of mine told me about it one Friday night when it was first announced and we decided, why not?” he said. “We won the over 40’s category that year and there were only about eight teams back then that competed, and it’s gotten quite big since then. “I’ve done it every year since and you meet people that you only see at the Wheelbarrow Race, and they become your mates.” Since starting, Michael hasn’t been afraid to get into costume, winning many best dressed categories, leaving spectators in awe. From wearing a big iron bucket to take on the Ned Kelly personna to even wearing his undies on the outside as a wrestling champion, he is never short of outrageous ideas. Yet no costume has beaten the year Michael and his wife went all out as Bonnie and Clyde and dominated the race as the iconic power couple. According to Michael, the Bonnie and Clyde costume is up there with his favourites, but any theme he has done with his family topped the list.

Although he has tackled the race with his family many times, he has also run alongside others, some of which are very well known to the community. “I did my first duo with Peter Apel before there was an actual duo category and then after that they introduced the category,” he said. “After that, I did a duo with my eldest son and we won the duo that year and set the first record in the category. “I have also done a duo race with former Mareeba mayor Chris Lewis.” Michael’s legacy on the Wheelbarrow Race has been recognised by competitors past and present, after he was named Face of the Race one year. As a person who regularly walks for exercise, when he starts to train for the race, Michael is often seen running down the street with his wheelbarrow, raising the eyebrows of neighbours. One of those neighbours even asked to borrow the wheelbarrow after finding out he had one handy. “It’s also a great excuse to get fit and get active even more, we walk every day but when the race is coming up, we always step into a bit of a run,” he said. Michael says one of the things he enjoys is that his now adult children return home from down south to join him in the race. “It’s something big that gives the kids an excuse to come home to Mareeba and this year I will be doing a social run with my son,” he said. “He was meant to do it competitively, but he has torn his hamstring, so he can’t train up for it – he should be good for race day though.”

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(from left) Health Workforce Queensland service delivery manager Andy van der Rijt, Health Workforce Queensland engagement and development manager Andrew Hayward, Minister for Northern Australia David Litttleproud, and LNP Kennedy candidate Bryce Macdonald.

Growing our rural health workforce A NEW organisation aimed at growing the region’s future health workforce will start in earnest later this year after Minister for Northern Australia David Littleproud announced it would be the recipient of a Northern Queensland Development Program, Business and Community grant. The $281,000 grant, through Health Workforce Queensland (HWQ), will enable health students to be immersed, trained and skilled for employment in Mareeba, Atherton, Ravenshoe and Herberton, adding to and complementing their university schedule. The grant will allow the organisation’s GROW Rural Northern Queensland to start in September this year. GROW Rural NQ is a collaborative involving local communities, service providers and health professionals, who will actively contribute to the program’s planning and development. It will give health students a unique experience, provide them with the skills they need for local employment, while developing familiarity and a deeper understanding of the professional and personal life they will have when working in rural north Queensland. HWQ’s engagement and development manager Andrew Hayward said training health students in the regions had many benefits. “Connecting with community, building familiarity and developing the skills they need to succeed has a major influence on a health students’ decision where they will practice – this grant is a massive boost for our Northern Queensland rural communities,” he said. HWQ’s strategic plan recognises that for the rural health workforce to be sustainable, it is

better for students to be exposed to rural practice during their undergraduate studies as they are then more likely to take up rural practice in the future. HWQ aims to create a pipeline of health graduates trained and ready for a health career in rural practice through a threeyear program that targets a group of first-year medical, allied health and nursing students. “We will increase activities over this time to enhance engagement and ensure they have the necessary skills and support required to commence a career in primary health care in the communities of Mareeba, Atherton, Ravenshoe and Herberton,” Mr Hayward said. “Over the course of the program, the students gain firsthand experience of working collaboratively with other students from different disciplines. Students are taught about indigenous history and culture by Elders and listen to rural career stories from local health professionals, as well as learning and improving their clinical skills by participating in scenarios that focus on the real issues faced by specific rural communities.” Health Workforce Queensland CEO Chris Mitchell said the grant from the Australian Government would allow GROW Rural NQ to start in the footsteps of athe successful of GROW Rural Central. “Only a few years ago, GROW Rural was just an idea. After the outstanding success of GROW Rural Central Queensland, and the expansion into Southwest Queensland, the announcement by Minister Littleproud means that more health students will have the opportunity to be part of rural communities and discover how integral rural health professionals are to community wellbeing,” he said.

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Our Fighting Sons BY MICHAEL MUSUMECI

THIS Anzac Day spare a thought for the memory of one of the many Mareeba Anzacs who paid the supreme sacrifice. Their names are etched in the Mareeba Cenotaph that continues to be an iconic part of Mareeba History, positioned in the centre of our township along Byrnes Street. The Mareeba Soldiers Memorial Monument, commonly known today as our ‘cenotaph’ was erected in 1923 by the community of Mareeba, and has continued to honour the names of the Mareeba Sons who lost their lives during World War One, World War Two and the

Vietnam War. Next year in 2023, the Mareeba Cenotaph has been on display to our community for 100 years. An iconic piece of Mareeba History. One of the many names etched into the cenotaph, include Private Albert Edward Abbott who paid the supreme sacrifice. Albert was born on 5 June 1894, did his schooling in Mareeba and lived on the corner of Constance and Hort streets. Prior to enlisting he worked for the railway as a locomotive fireman. He served two years in the Citizen Forces, and enlisted in Cairns in February of 1916, at the age of 21. He posted to the Australian Infantry 26th Battal-

ion 14th Reinforcements, Australian Imperial Force. In August of that year, he embarked from Brisbane and disembarked in Plymouth in late October 1916. After suffering a bout of serious sickness for a lengthy period he proceeded to France and was transferred to a segregation camp, joining his unit later in February of 1917. Albert served with the 26th Battalion in Flanders to participate in the Battle of Ypres and then in October of 1917, the 2nd Australian Division passed through Zonnebeke, preparing for the Battle of Broodseinde. Albert was tragically killed in action on the 4th October 1917, in Zonnebeke, Belgium whilst

Anzac Day services across the region LOCALS will gather at cenotaphs and other war-related memorials next Monday morning to mark the 107th year since the Anzacs landed on the beaches of Gallipoli. People across the region will have the opportunity to reflect on the sacrifices made by servicemen and women in all conflicts, with Anzac Day services all restored in 2022 after a lot of disruptions in recent years due to the pandemic. Commemorations will begin with dawn services at most towns in the region, followed by other ceremonies mid-morning. A special 9am ceremony to be held at Padre White’s graveside at the Herberton Cemetery. The humble padre is thought to be the first person who conducted a dawn service on 25 April, with a plaque in the cemetery reading: “On April 25th, 1923, at Albany, WA, Rev. White led a party of friends in what was the first ever observance of the Dawn Parade on Anzac Day, thus establishing a tradition which has endured in Australia ever since.” Dawn services will be held at the following locations and times: Atherton – 4.15am, cenotaph dawn service. Assemble at Atherton Remembrance Park; Mareeba – 4.28am to 5.15am at the Mareeba Cenotaph; Yungaburra – 5.30am service at Afghanistan Avenue of Honour; Dimbulah – 6am at Dimbulah Memorial Hall; Kuranda – Assemble 5.30am at Kuranda Town Hall; Chillagoe – assemble 4.28am at Town Hall; Mt Garnet – 5.30am cenotaph service and march; Evelyn – 4.30am cenotaph dawn service; Malanda – 4am service and march at Eacham Memorial Gates; Millaa Millaa – 4.15am service and march at RSL Hall; Mt Molloy – assemble 6.30am at the Mt Molloy Cenotaph; Mossman – 5.15am at the Mossman Cenotaph, Front Street.

Ceremonies throughout the day: Mareeba –Assemble outside the old RSL Building at 9.45am. Service to follow parade 10.30am at the Mareeba Cenotaph; Atherton – 10am: cenotaph service and march. Assemble at the Atherton RSL. Service starts at 11am; Evelyn – 9.50am cenotaph service and march. Assemble at the Royal Hotel. Service starts at 10.10am; Malanda – 9.10am service and march at Eacham Memorial Gates. Service starts at 9.45am; Millaa Millaa – 10.15am service and march RSL Hall. Service starts at 10.45am; Mt Garnet – 9.30am cenotaph service and march. Service starts at 10.10am; Ravenshoe – 9.30am cenotaph service and march. Service starts at 10am; Yungaburra – 7.45am cenotaph service and march. Service starts at 8am; Chillagoe – Assemble 9am in Queen Street. Service to follow parade at Chillagoe Town Hall; Kuranda – March and Service 10.15am to 11am. Service to follow parade at Centenary Park; Mt Molloy – Assemble Vains Park 10.15am, Service to follow parade 10.30am at the Mt Molloy Cenotaph; Port Douglas – Official proceedings at the cenotaph in Anzac Park at 10.30 am; Watsonville – Assemble 3pm at the Watsonville Shelter Shed, service to follow parade at 3.30pm.

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attached to the 26th Battalion. Initially he buried just west of Daisey Wood. It is believed he was killed in the final stages of the attack on the Broodseinde ridge. His remains were exhumed after the war and interred in Buttes New British Cemetery, Polygon Wood, Belgium. He was 23 years of age. These sad and tragic stories have all but been collated and compiled into my new book titled “The Mareeba Anzacs” – a book that remembers the lives

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KIDS come up with some crazy ideas, but it’s those ideas that have helped one particular family in Mareeba begin small businesses before their owners have even graduated school. Alyssa Bale and her cousins Bray and Lacey Taylor all now have unique businesses they started from scratch and are already taking bulk orders from the community. Don’t be fooled by their age, these three intelligent entrepreneurs know their stuff and are creating quality all-natural products – with a little help from the adults. ELLIE FINK spent the day with the family and here are their stories...

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T the young age of 14, Alyssa Bale has one successful business on the market, selling her all-natural homemade scrubs, soaps and bath bombs. It all started a few months ago when Alyssa was with her little cousin playing with a make-your-own scrub kit and she fell in love with the idea of creating skin care products. She soon saw the vision of a business, filled with skin care without harsh chemicals that would leave her customers glistening. “One day I was just mucking around with my little cousin making scrubs and I thought it was fun and decided I wanted to do it more often so I asked mum if I could start a business and it’s been going from there,” she said. “I called my business Glisten Scrubs and I started making up actual recipes after that and then I found a really good one – I especially like using sugars and salts as well as coconut oils and vitamin E. “I think all natural is better for your skin and there’s less stuff in the product that you can get a reaction from.” Glisten Scrubs went live October last year, with Alyssa and her mum Linda Bale taking to Facebook and the Maree-

SISTERS Linda Bale and Jess Taylor are not only raising a teen and two adventurous kids, they are also working behind the scenes to help the rising entrepreneurs take off in the business world, before they even hit adulthood.

ba Markets to get her products out there. Almost immediately, friends, family and strangers alike were lining up and placing orders to get a jar of sugar scrubs. So far, Alyssa has received a huge response particularly for her coconut and lime scrub, with one family buying out her whole stock and boosting her sales. In the last couple of months, Alyssa has developed some products and has created special themed baskets for different events to be gifted to loved ones. “Depending on the occasion, I do up little bundles, so at the moment I have been selling easter packs and in the past, I’ve had Australia Day and Valentine’s Day ones,” Alyssa said. “I have been making lip balms and lip scrubs as well and I have a build your own box that is on the market too.” When asked about her goals for the future, Alyssa was confident that Glisten would expand over the next few years, giving her an escape from high school life along the way. She explained her plans to create new beauty products and develop new all natural recipes to satisfy her customers whilst juggling the stresses of schoolwork.

They share a mixture of pride, describing the kids as dedicated and intelligent and eager to learn the ins and outs of owning a business. “We are very proud of them, I have helped Alyssa with research and get-

Alyssa Bale is just 14 years old and is already successfully running her own business, Glisten Scrubs.

Mother Linda said that she was proud to see her taking a break from the stress of school and turning to more creative

ting them out to the markets to set up and then leave them to do what they do,” Linda said. “It’s also good to teach the kids how to budget and how to put the money you’ve earned back into the business.”

distractions. To follow Alyssa’s journey go to her Facebook and Instagram page @GlistenScrubs

Alyssa’s older brother, Cassie Bale, also works behind the scenes with his family, creating the labels for packaging, helping them set up at the markets and supporting them in their future endeavours.

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big business Bray Taylor is entering the business world at a young age, selling dried limes at his market stall, Bray’s Dried Limes.

HEN Bray Taylor isn’t tearing up the racetracks in his go-kart, he is out on the farm helping his parents and workers pick and dehydrate limes for his business, Bray’s Dried Limes. Although only eight years old, Bray is the king of the packing shed and takes his business in limes seriously, always at the markets with a bright and welcoming smile. The idea to sell dried limed was a family effort, with Bray and his mother Jess trying to find ways to use the “seconds” without them going to waste. “Our workers pick the limes, and we take the seconds and dry them out and pack them up in bags to sell,” Bray said. “My mum came up with the idea and I wanted to sell them at the markets with my sister Lacey who was selling her scrunchies and we have had a couple of people buying them.” Taking to the markets with his sister and

cousin is something Bray really enjoys. His family has expressed their pride in his initiative to get his business running alongside their farming business, Taylor’s Irresistible Orchards. As for the future of Bray’s enterprise, with the help of mum and dad, he is reaching out to local restaurants and bars that may be interested in using his limes for their products. “I hope that businesses will buy my limes for doing cocktails,” he said. “I am also hoping people will buy more of my dried limes so that I can start going bigger and getting better bags.” Recently, Bray has also taken on dragon fruit which he puts in the dehydrator to turn them into treats that he sells for $1 at the markets. Bray sells his small packets of limes for $5 and his large packets for $15. He can be found at the Mareeba Markets or on the Taylor’s Irresistible Orchards Facebook page.

CRUNCHIES of all colours and designs are Lacey Taylor’s game, with the help of her grandmother crocheting the hair pieces to her liking to sell through her business, Lacey’s Lovelies. Falling in love with not only the recent revival of the scrunchie craze but her grandmother’s talent, the seven-year-old has been in the business since October last year. “I pick the colours and the designs and my nonna Lorella makes them for me,” she said. “I like selling them and getting a lot of money from the markets and Facebook.” Lacey’s nonna Lorella is a well-established crotchet and needle worker, known for her business making and giving teddies to hospitals across the region to help comfort sick patients. “Teddy Bear Nonna” has helped Lacey learn all the ins and outs of a creative business and has helped create her scrunchies to sell. Her love for dance and costumes has influenced her sales and designs and Lacey has managed to incorporate her scrunchies into her dance class uniforms. “All my dancing friends order them and have a scrunchie each,” she said. “They wear them in their hair

Lover for all things scrunchies and dance, Lacey has been selling her “lovelies” at the Mareeba Markets.

while we are all dancing.” Lacey explained she would really like to see her business get bigger and her scrunchies in the ponytails of many dancers she knows. Although Lacey uses the markets to sell her scrunchies,

her mother Jess has used Facebook to handle online orders. Her market stall, Lacey’s Lovelies, will be set up at the Mareeba Markets next to Bray’s Dried Limes with many varieties of scrunchies to choose from.

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warfare – when he said, “a people without land will look for a land without people.” I asked a question in the Parliament of the consequence to Australia being unable to defend itself if China embargoes our petrol. If that happens, then we will have no petrol and no diesel because it comes out of Singapore and South Korea, and neither of them are going to buck China.

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In that situation, America is not going to be sending us petrol, it’ll be wanting the petrol forofitself. And allsaid the rest Last week, Michele O’Neil, head the ACTU, thatof it is contracted out and Australia is considered absolutely far northerners are being forced to work multiple jobs to harmless. Our poor troops, our naval personnel in Cairns, get by, and I strongly back her on that. But the downside our army personnel in Townsville, they can’t move, they are isjust that places across the north, Cairns particularly, most sitting ducks. of their employers are hanging by a thread and would be This is the situation that worries me; causal if you draw line at Port making much less money than the workers. Douglas and run it down the Australian coast through But if thedown people have access to affordable Sydney, to Melbourne, through Adelaide housing, and draw then a little dotpacket arounddoesn’t Perth, you are to leftbe with a 93 perMany cent ofof the pay need obscene. Australia which still looks like Australia. In that map of the these people just want to live simply. They just need Australia (which I call the “other there less opportunity to get a house andAustralia”), not be stuck onisthe than a million people living there. hamster wheel for the rest of their life, beholden to a Those chilling words of von Clausewitz, “a people without monstrous debt. land will look for a land without people,” have never rung Government policy giving handouts just drives the truer. And if you sayof that it is all desert country, well three pricing up. solver. Aboutto10,000 quarters of It’s it is.no Butproblem in that desert happens be our blocks entire ironbe oreopened deposits, our coal, Mareeba all our minerals andCopperlode half of our can upallbetween and the water in the top quarter – and yet there is no one living dam lookout. And there is no reason why those blocks there. be any more than $25,000. should If wewe build a dam at Hughenden we willfor make from it $500 And must remove all restrictions one-hectare million a year for forever and if we replicate this project five blocks which provides thetowns added advantage not only times in the four midǦwest and the Gulf, itto will provide generateyoung couples with the financial necessities to enable them start a family, butanother they won’t bringing $4.5 billion fortothe country and add half abe million to that people their kids up inarea. a slumland, wall-to-wall houses, where you fit we a pot in phosphate the yard. turned into If wecan’t buildeven it now, canplant get our

fertiliser outthe through Gulf,for andeveryone add another We must and make cake the bigger andthousand the anmillion to the economy as well as another hundred thousand swer to Michele O’Neil, and we deeply appreciate her to the inland population. fighting for us, is to punch that hole through the range and open upAustralia our hinterland. TheanBridle Tunnel will Do this, and is no longer emptyTrack country. mean a 19 minute drive to Cairns, will boost jobs in the God bless, hospitals, ports, in the newly opened up mineral province, in hospitality, tourism and accommodation. The university is just down the road, easily accessible, and the mill at Gordonvale is rescued.

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A $7 MILLION major water project at Ravenshoe that will deliver a new reservoir, pipework, booster pump and upgrades to water intakes is progressing well, with the final part of the wall of the reservoir expected to be poured later this month. Much of the works associated with the project is complete, with the booster pump station building, and pipelines done last year. Three of the four wall pours for the reservoir have now been completed and the last one is due before the end of March. The design of a water treatment plant and booster pump stations to connect Millstream, Cas-

sowary Heights and Bellview Estate to the Ravenshoe Scheme is also underway and the pipeline routes have been surveyed. Tablelands Regional Council has allocated $2.43 million in the 2022-23 budget for the construction of the booster pump and pipelines which are expected to be completed in that financial year. Funding is being sought for the construction of the water treatment plant which is expected to be done in the 2023-24 financial year. The project is funded by the Queensland Government’s Works for Queensland and Local Government Grants and Subsidies Programs as well as Tablelands Regional Council.

Cool off at Mossman A NEW splash park is set to help Mossman locals beat the summer heat after $1.5 million was announced to build splash parks in Mossman and Port Douglas. A tender is due to be released next month to build a splash park on the grass area at the Mossman pool while council progresses plans to build a custom-made water play area in Port Douglas. Douglas Shire Mayor Michael Kerr said kids off all ages can enjoy the wonders of a splash park. “We have more than 1500 pre-schoolers and primary school students in Douglas Shire, many who live on farms, in Mossman and in our rural

beachside neighbourhoods,” he said. “All kids young and old can choose their own level of getting wet at a splash park, while even smaller toddlers can tentatively make footprints. “Parents will love the shady picnic tables and BBQs nearby and they and older children can go into the 50-metre pool for a swim. It is the perfect place for families on hot sunny days.” Council will also be collecting feedback about whether a public pool in Port Douglas is needed in the long-term. Both the splash park and water play projects need to be completed before 31 May 2024.

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Craft brings warmth to community EVEN penguins need a little extra warmth as winter makes its way to the southern hemisphere and the ladies at the Atherton Country Women’s Association (QCWA) are knitting away to create tiny jumpers for the small birds. The jumpers are just one of the projects the QCWA members do at their regular craft mornings at the Atherton CWA Hall which are held on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month. The group of ladies took on the job to create the jumpers for the Phillip Island Sanctuary only very recently during one of

their “Scone-versation” days. Kay Molony from the QCWA said she wanted to help finds ways to get older citizens out and back into craft and found the pattern amongst her many books. “The question of how to get people involved came to the fore,” she said. “Whilst browsing through some of the hundreds of craft books at the QCWA Hall, I came across this pattern for penguin jumpers and it was a light bulb moment, I thought ‘what an amazing idea, let’s get this happening’. “One of the ladies in attend-

QCWA ladies (from left) Glory Butler, Rachel Skarott, Kay Moloney holding one of the penguin jumpers, Jan Taylor, Val Dalton and Sue Keough who enjoy their craft mornings and are encouraging more people to come along.

ance advised that she had previously knitted these jumpers and sent them on to Phillip Island where they were met with great appreciation and since

then, they certainly capturing the hearts of people who see the pattern. The members are encouraging others to come along to the

Craft n’ Cuppa mornings which are held from 9am. “If they can bring some wool (any colour) and knitting needles, that would be very helpful.

It is not necessary for those attending to knit penguin jumpers – they can work on their own craft if they want to,” Ms Molony said.

Plan for First Nations tourism underway A SERIES of workshops have been planned for the region to develop a Tropical North Queensland First Nations Tourism Action Plan aimed at boosting the development of indigenous tourism. The workshops will be held at 13 locations from Innisfail north to Thursday Island and west to Normanton until 14 June. Tropical North Queensland Indigenous Experiences Cluster Group chair Dale Mundraby said the industry group had identified the need for a local, clearly articulated plan for First Nations Tourism to build on the success of the Queens-

land plan developed by the Queensland Tourism Industry Council. “First Nations-led tourism experiences are increasingly in demand across the world and Tropical North Queensland is ideally placed as the only destination with two World Heritage areas and two national cultures – the Torres Strait Islander people and the Aboriginal people,” he said. “There is a strong vision for the development of Tropical North Queensland Indigenous tourism products and experiences, but a plan is necessary to guide that vision.

“We need the people with the connection to the environment to showcase our Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics Rainforest World Heritage areas and create an economy through Indigenous tourism,” he said. A Steering Committee has been formed to lead the development of the First People’s Action Plan with co-chairs Dale Mundraby, Juan Walker and Willie Enoch-Tranby. Mr Enoch-Tranby said the committee would spend the next three months consulting indigenous and non-indigenous stakeholders on the

framework for the plan. “There are Indigenous people with great ideas for a tourism business, but they are not sure how to go about it and this plan will give them that direction,” he said. “The biggest outcomes will be job creation, looking after country, being able to present country, and enabling non-Indigenous people to experience what that connection to country is.” Workshop dates can be found at tourism. tropicalnorthqueensland.org.au/indigenous-experiences.

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HOMEsweet HOME Choosing the right grout for success TILING or retiling your kitchen or bathrooms is a great way to refresh your home but the success of the job can all depend on that humble material – grout. Tiles are a durable, low-maintenance material that, when installed correctly, can last for years. In areas like the kitchen and bathrooms, tiles can be the perfect marriage of aesthetics and functionality. And while the tile itself may constitute 95 per cent of a home improvement project, a key component to successful tile installation is a high-performance, easyto-spread and clean grout. Grout fills the spaces between tiles and strengthens the structural integrity of the tilework. Picking the right grout also highlights the beauty of the tile and ensures the job will last. Many people only focus on colour when picking grout but performance and suitability for their project are equally important. Not only is the grout highly vis-

ible but choosing the wrong grout can lead to cracks, stains and discoloration over time. Once you've chosen the type of grout suitable for your project, make sure you don't skimp on quality. Whether you use sanded or non-sanded grout, don't choose the cheapest one. You may save some money on your project, but you will likely spend more time and money in the future when the grout begins to crack and stain. To pick the appropriate grout for your DIY home improvement project, you'll need to know the types of cement grouts and their applications. SANDED GROUT Sanded grout is a cement-based product that, as the name suggests, is made of fine sand, aggregates and pigment. It's the go-to choice for most tiling projects because sanded grout is less expensive than other grout options.

Sanded grout creates dense joints, best for filling wider grout joints and is suitable for bathroom and kitchen floors and shower pans. It does have its drawbacks though – the sand particles can scratch the surface of more delicate tiles, like glass, so you should always test the grout on a sample tile first. Additionally, it may require sealing to help prevent staining, making it unsuitable for some applications. NON-SANDED GROUT Non-sanded grout is made of fine mineral particles and has a smoother texture than sanded grout. If you're working with easily scratchable materials like glass, natural stone, metals and some porcelain tiles, you should consider a non-sanded product. The other primary reason to choose a non-sanded grout is for very small grout joints between the tiles.

There are also some disadvantages to this kind of product. In general, it does not provide the same stability and strength as sanded grout. As it dries, nonsanded grout is prone to shrinkage, leading to the grout pulling away from the tile.

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FOR 100 years, the Queensland Country Women’s Association have been collecting and passing on recipes and now, The Express readers are the beneficiaries. This month’s recipe has been provided by the Mareeba QCWA branch. Try it out and enjoy. BEAN BROWNIE Serves: 12 INGREDIENTS 400g can black beans, rinsed and drained ⅓ cup brown sugar ½ cup rolled oats ½ teaspoon baking powder 2 tablespoons cocoa powder 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Zest of half an orange

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Furry friends up for adoption CANINE friends of all colours, shapes and sizes are waiting at the Mareeba Animal Refuge for their new furr-ever home, with some of the following friendly faces up for adoption. To help promote adoptions for the refuge, the annual Pet Fair will be taking off on 30 April at Arnold Park to display the talents of local and refuge pets from across Mareeba. All dogs are up for adoption for $320. For more information and to see the other dogs and cats at the Refuge, call 4092 3060 or visit the facility at 35 Hickling Drive, Mareeba.

ROMY ROMY has only recently made the refuge it’s temporary home, after being a stray in Irvinebank for approximately one year. She is believed to be a Bull Arab x Dane and so far, has been quite friendly with the other dogs. She has not been tested with cats yet. Romy has not had her vet work done on her just yet, but anyone interested in her can call the refuge to organise her vet work and welcome her to her new home. *This service travels via Caravonica, Trinity Bay High and TAFE, school days only.

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DINO is a one-year-old male Basenji x who loves a good belly scratch. He is completely vaccinated, microchipped and desexed and ready for his new home. He is uncertain around other dogs that the refuge knows of. He can appear a little aggressive at first but after releasing some of his energy in a quick “zoomie”, he is a gentle boy who loves a good cuddle.

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Climate change exhibition opens MAREEBA-based artist Melissa Waters recently hosted the opening of her art exhibition in collaboration with the Cairns and Far North Environment Centre (CAFNEC) labelled TOXIC, exploring the theme of climate change. The exhibition was opened by Tablelands Regional Council Mayor Rod Marti and Aisha De Barros Lopes from CAFNEC. “‘Climate change acknowledges the harsh reality that we are destroying nature and wildlife and depleting resources that sustain us - this has been a challenging subject to portray,” Ms Waters said. “I love to explore and ex-

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periment with colours, textures and shapes. “There is dramatic beauty in all things and it is this that I’m wishing to capture in my art.”

Ms Waters will be the artist in residence at the Tablelands Gallery from 10am to 12pm each Thursday throughout the duration of the exhibition until 21 May.

New family adventure movie hits the big screen GREAT movies continue to grace the Majestic big screen in Malanda this Anzac long weekend. New on screen is the J.K. Rowling series, the family adventure fantasy, FANTASTIC BEASTS: THE SECRETS OF DUMBLEDORE, which should be highly entertaining. The two family adventure comedies THE BAD GUYS and SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2 continues for another fantastic weekend. you can find all the session times and information at www.majestictheatre.com.au

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ENTERTAINMENT Bigger and better Mt Garnet weekend MT Garnet is gearing up for the biggest event on the annual calendar when the town hosts its annual rodeo and races over the May Day long weekend. The small town will be inundated with visitors keen to experience the threeday festival which features two days of thoroughbred racing and a one-day action-packed rodeo as well as nights filled with live music and campfires. For the early birds who arrive on Thursday, there’s a meet and greet at the golf club and barbecue from 6pm.

On Friday, the racing kicks off, with a five-race program, culminating in a cabaret that evening. On Saturday, a six-race program will be staged, along with Fashions on the Field for the ladies to strut their stuff. The day will end with an evening cabaret. On Sunday, it’s all about the action in the arena, with the rodeo to start at 8am, filled with all the events that will keep the crowd entertained all day. With live music, family friendly

events and activities, horse racing, rodeo and bull riding, golf, and camping, it’s a weekend that will create memories that will last a lifetime. Those who wish to attend can purchase a weekend pass online at www. mtgarnetrodeo.com.au. Children aged 16 years or under enter for free. Patrons can pay for a day entry which costs $25 at the gate but be aware there are no EFTPOS facilities so cash only will be accepted at the gate.

Artists combine to create new “Spirit of Place” exhibition

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A DIVERSE group of artists living and working in and around Yungaburra have collaborated to host an special exhibition which opened this week. The exhibition by the Yungaburra Village Artists has a theme of “Spirit of Place”, with artists showcasing their unique responses to the local landscapes and perspectives on village life. It opened on 20 April at the Old Post Office Gallery on Herberton Road, Atherton and will remain in place until 4 June. Artwork mediums include painting, textiles, jewellery, printmaking and ceramics. Spokeswoman Mary Mackenzie said it was all about why a particular location makes someone stop and devote their lives to that area. She wrote a piece to explain the focus on Spirit of Place: “The first time I viewed Yungaburra

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Vigorous velvet bean set to reappear across region BY SALLY TURLEY SPECIALISED Tropical Seedsman and hobby plant breeder, Justin Loccisano, is on the verge of releasing a new legume which could play a very important role in tropical cropping systems across North Queensland. Mucuna is grown extensively as a cover crop throughout South Africa, Brazil and south-eastern United States and for most of the past decade, Mr Loccisano has been breeding a new strain of Mucuna pruriens var. utilis called Terraforma Velvet Bean This legume was once widely used throughout Queensland in the 1930s, 40s and 50s because of its drought resistance, and its ability to produce large amounts of biomass that suppressed weeds and reduced soil erosion. However, its late maturing characteristics saw it gradually phased out by cousin legumes, cowpea and lablab, from the late 1950s on, and by the 1980s, it was impossible to find velvet bean in Queensland. Mr Loccisano believes this rediscovered bean has much to offer farmers. With exceptional vigour and a long grow-

ing season, the deep-rooted bean produces a dense mass of leafy vines and a huge amount of biomass, boosting soil carbon levels and improving soil health. It offers excellent drought tolerance and a strong capacity to fix nitrogen through its many Rhizobium nodules. The abundant biomass gives it the capacity to smother weeds and suppress them for most of its eight-month lifespan, providing a generous ground cover which becomes a rich mulch as leaves fall and decompose. Velvet bean is resistant to root-knot and root-lesion nematode, minute parasites with a wide host range, problematic in many annual and perennial crops, in all growing areas. With much to offer, the bean has particular benefits for degraded sugarcane soils that have been depleted after a century of cultivation. Its leguminous properties reduce the need for inorganic nitrogen applications in following crops and, its biofumigant properties help combat nematodes. Mr Loccisano said this year's crop, planted on 24 January, was flowering now and would set pods in the next few weeks.

“It was a tough year, but we harvested nearly four tonnes of seed last year off our 6-ha plot near Tolga and I am confident with good conditions, it will yield 14- 15 tonne, or around 2.5 tonne per hectare,” he said. Third generation corn, peanut and grass seed producer, Richard Standen has provided the land and much of the farming expertise for the trial work. Having harvested a few kilos of seed in his back yard, Justin said he approached Richard for help and the first patch was hand planted and hand harvested. “The velvet bean has completely different properties to lablab and cowpea during harvest. The bean is a much softer plant so timing is critical for successful harvesting. The pods take about three months to ripen, so we will be picking in August,” he said. “The plant is very insect resistant to pests like bean fly and fall army worm and while it may not be necessary to spray, this year we will spray on flowering to ensure a good pod-set.” A late maturing habit and susceptibility to conventional weed control, means return by the bean is a minimal risk, mak-

Richard Standen and Justin Loccisano are pleased with the growth rate of their trial velvet bean crop, a new tropical legume that will be ready for harvest in August.

ing it an attractive alternative for the cane industry, whereas cowpea and lablab seed reshooting can become a problem. “We would like to make seed available to early adopters, but trials have shown that the seeds can be a bit large for some planters, so we have secured a simpler plate planter that has been working very well and will be available for growers to use,” Mr Standen said. He said it had been very interesting being involved in growing the legume and has worked to achieve increased yields each year, qualifying him to advise on planting rates recommended at 33,500 seeds or around 40kg per hectare with one seed every 30cm in 1m rows. “We are concentrating on getting the seed out there this year for people to trial. The next step will be exploring the feed potential of the variety,” he said. “The plant also has many traditional medicinal applications,

from treatment for Parkinson's disease to treating infertility in men, but that is a much more complex line of enquiry. “This crop literally leaps out of the ground, and we hope farmers will be willing to try the variety now that it is available." Mr Loccisano has also been developing another variety, a self-pollinating Sunn Hemp strain, which he believes, used in combination with velvet bean, would give farmers access to the ultimate fallow and biofumigant crop. Over 15 years’ involvement in the tropical seed industry, Justin has amassed a collection of little-known tropical species including velvet bean. He began growing velvet bean in his back yard as a curiosity before realizing the potential of the species. “I made 30 cross pollinations that first year and around half went on to set seed. I was a little unsure what lines to select. But my contacts in the sugar cane

industry provided some industry feedback and helped gain access to some very old varieties to compare with, that helped guide the selection process. “It took some time to refine the line and two years to complete the application for Plant Breeders Rights. But protection was finally granted on 16 March this year.” Many wild Mucuna species have stinging properties like the infamous Gympie-Gympie tree found in Far North Queensland forests. “It is my aim to create the largest collection of Mucuna species in the southern hemisphere, to study and breed them. “The potential of this genus is enormous, but it requires someone to take up the challenge of working with potentially dangerous plants and to find ways of rendering them safe for commercial production, as has been done with M. pruriens var. utilis.”

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Funding to help clean up creeks A CREEK in historic Irvinebank and a habitat corridor near Julatten will both benefit from funds provided by the Queensland Government. Gulf Savannah will use $40,000 to start a longterm project to clean-up the silt-filled McDonald Creek that runs through the historic tin mining town. The creek is so shallow it flooded during the wet season, cutting off the road into the town and damaging the park and picnic areas in the town’s centre. The grant will fund initial scientific studies to identify the source of the silt that has built-up in the creek.

The work will also involve hydrology students from the James Cook University Cairns campus as part of their field studies. Gulf Savannah will also use more than $130,000 to revegetate a 2.5-hectare habitat corridor and restore a link for wildlife from Abattoir Swamp to Hunter Creek. The group will be working with local landholders and the local Mitchell River watershed management group, who manage the swamp to complete the planting, care for the seedlings and maintain the revegetated areas in the future. Both projects are expected to be completed by mid-year.

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Fertiliser prices huge issue for farmers BY SALLY TURLEY AUSTRALIAN fertiliser prices are at an all-time record high on the back of the war in Ukraine and the effect that war is having on trade flows and import shipping costs. Russia is a key exporter of nitrogen, phosphate and potash fertilisers and reduced access to product combined with increasing freight and gas costs indicate little sign of relief for farmers for at least the remainder of this year. Excessive fertiliser costs are a huge issue for producers across most farming sectors and with commodity analysts saying we are yet to see the peak in this market, it is no wonder farmers have been examining their fertiliser use options. Different industry sectors are each experiencing this global event in their own way. While production figures fell for the Australian dairy industry season, global dairy commodity prices continued to strengthen during March. One of the Tableland’s largest milk producers, Jason Graham of “Cheelonga Farming” near Tarzali, said: “We don't spread a lot of fertiliser during the wet season, but with urea currently worth $2100 a tonne, we are about to jump into our annual plant of 300 acres of rye grass for winter. “To get the most out of the grass, we normally apply one bag of urea per acre every three weeks to the paddock.” At six applications, that regime will

cost Jason and his wife Kelly, close to $100,000 to keep their 850-strong herd of milkers in full production this winter. Having just walked out of a meeting with Australian dairy company, Bega, that “had everyone smiling” however, eased the pain a little for Mr Graham. “I am happy to be supplying an Australian company and we are optimistic their 1 June announcement to farmers will reflect the improved global market,” he said. “Long term however, we will be looking outside the square for any viable alternatives to using traditional fertilisers. We will be trialling any product that offers a practical solution, time, labour and production-wise, onfarm, in a thorough, documented way.” Tableland Fertilisers general manager Paul Keever said fertiliser prices had many farmers examining their gross margins and deciding not to grow crops that will offer minimal or zero return. “A lot of cane growers are considering converting to lower fertiliser and labour input broad-acre crops like peanuts next season. As cane is a return crop, they are normally committed to growing it continuously for 5-7 years until it reaches maturity,” he said. “It usually produces around 100 tonnes to the acre for the first and second season, dropping to 70T and below during successive years. Growers usually rip out the oldest 20 per cent of the

crop each year and plant a new area in its place. “Increased fertiliser costs have them considering ripping out larger areas of older cane than usual and either replanting them with fresh cane or increasing the area under broad-acre crops to increase returns or reduce costs until fertiliser prices regain some equilibrium. “Many beef producers have stopped fertilising their paddocks altogether, prepared to settle for the weight gains they are currently getting in the upbeat cattle market and just sitting it out until things settle back down again. “We are advising our clients to just get what you need at the moment- no more, no less. You can't short cut, as you get out what you put into your crop.” TGT's business development manager Brian Rowling said there had been a growing trend amongst growers to conduct more soil sampling and plant tissue analysis tests before placing their fertiliser order, to ensure they were applying only what was necessary. “Nobody wants to end up with a shed full of dear fertiliser. I've also noticed the popularity of composting and mulching has increased recently. Some ag chemicals have become more expensive, but at least supply issues are starting to flatten out and catch up. I don't think the situation with fertiliser will improve much however, between now and Christmas,” he said.

After a century and four generations of farming at Kairi, Jack Stockman of Stockman Farming FNQ, said farming was still a hard game to be in. Jack and Kate Stockman use around 100 tonnes of urea a year growing seed crops, avocadoes and peanuts. “We pre-bought a bit of urea at $1400 a tonne and were using it when the market had climbed to $1800 a tonne, but have had to buy more at peak levels. It’s been hard convincing our buyers we needed more for the seed we produce,” he said. “Because the merchants were short of brachiaria this year, we stuck to our guns and managed to get the price up by $100 a tonne to help cover some of the costs. We could try organic farming, but we have to get that initial hit from the urea to produce the even seed crop we need. “Hay sales have been pretty slow the last couple of seasons too, but because we have sheds, we can store 15,000 round bales and just wait until people are ready to pay for it. The seed is our main industry, we can sell the hay as mulch to orchards or just put it back into the ground if necessary. “Peanuts have been a good price. You can get a $1400-$1500/tonne contract from Bega now, which is up about $500 to $600/tonne on a couple of years ago. Our peanut crop is six weeks off harvest now and desperately needs rain.” Cotton, cattle and avocado growers,

Brad and Natasha Jonsson of “Wombinoo Station”, Mt Garnet have already used 500 tonnes of fertiliser across their operation this year. They pre-ordered around three quarters of that last year at $980 a tonne, but have since paid up to $1425 a tonne for it. “There's not much you can do. You can't cut any corners, because when you cut fertiliser rates, you lose crop yield and once prices rise this dramatically, they rarely go back. I was paying $788/T this time last year,” Mr Jonsson said. “Thankfully cotton prices are also through the roof at the moment. The early stuff I had locked in averaged $725 a bale compared to last year's average of $630 a bale. It may go even further north yet this year, which will offset a bit of the avocado and input cost pain.” Without fertiliser, production from the Australian agricultural sector would drop by an estimated 28 per cent or $12.7 billion. Productivity improvement due to fertiliser use supports 107,000 workers in agricultural industries and 300,000 across the economy. On the upside, the Australian economy is an open and competitive market place and market forces should bring prices back into line with new benchmarks when these prices eventually drop. But the three-month lead time from ordering product, to taking delivery could retard that process to some degree.

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LOCALS are being urged to eat more bananas to support growers who are currently enduring a time of unprecedented challenges, including low returns, escalating farm input costs, Covid consumer buying challenges, worker shortages and weather events. Already battling through long periods of poor market prices, the arrival of Covid put an unprecedented level of pressure on almost every Australian banana business as labour was thrown into turmoil – and continues to impact operations – while weather events have also taken their toll. More recently, global economic pressures have also dramatically driven up farm input costs, including escalating the price of fertiliser, chemicals, freight and fuel. On top of this, a recent two-week

heatwave in Far North Queensland’s growing region, caused a number of issues with fruit quality, with some growers forced to destroy the worst affected crops. As a result, the industry has launched a social media campaign #nana4afarmer to encourage consumers to keep buying bananas – and more of them. “We urge consumers to please continue to show your support and buy a #nana4afarmer,” Australian Banana Growers’ Council chair Stephen Lowe said. “Just adding a couple extra bananas in your shopping basket will make a considerable difference to our growers who continue to toil away to provide you with Australia’s number one supermarket fruit.”

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More trees needed to combat heat ABOUT the Byrnes Street “Refresh” in Mareeba. It’s a true and well-known fact that car emissions pollute the atmosphere, hence greenhouse gases, hence global warming. This planet needs more green trees to “soak up” these toxic gases. It’[s very upsetting to see them destroyed, especially in a highly trafficable area where more trees would be a big

advantage. You say “the works will result in improved shade for parking”. How is that possible? It’s more heat generating asphalt, and that’s not needed. More trees are one way to help this planet. G. Power MAREEBA

Town water not wanted out here in Bellview I’VE lived in Bellview Estate for 16 years, and I have never bolded water and I’ve never been sick. It’s the most beautiful water I have ever tasted but the Tablelands Regional Council, in its ultimate wisdom, have decided to run town water out here which will cost a massive amount of money. When I visit friends in town, I can’t drink the water, it’s not nice. When I talk to my neighbours, they say they don’t won’t it either. So don’t worry about the state of the road, where the money would be better spent, put in water that no one wants. Why don’t you ask us if we want it before you start? Come visit me and taste our lovely water, then go to town and drink that water – we don’t want it. Donna Mason RAVENSHOE

Solutions needed now for housing crisis THERE is no doubt we are facing a homelessness crisis at unprecedented levels in our community. Rental availability is at record lows, prices are rising, and with the influx of people re-locating to our region, we are in the midst of a perfect storm, and something needs to be done now! I am proposing to organise a free community meeting or series of meetings,

around the Tablelands addressing homelessness, rental availability and affordability and am looking to hear from anyone who would be interested in attending, participating, or speaking at such an event. I would also welcome the opportunity to speak privately with anyone who has experienced homelessness, or who fears being made homeless in the future. I believe there are solutions that can help ease this crisis, and that in order to reach them, we as a community need to openly talk about, acknowledge, and address the issue from the ground level up. We can all agree it’s completely unacceptable for so many members of our community to be homeless, or to live in constant fear of being made homeless. Let’s get together as a community to help find solutions to this crisis. Matt Lachlan matt.lachlan@hotmail.com

Global warming has cost us prosperity YET again, David Blake (Express, 13/04) has omitted to mention his vested interest in keeping the completely debunked “CO2 warming” pseudo hypothesis alive, that being his solar panel sales job. As usual, he reels off his list of misunderstandings, logical fallacies, and ad hominem attacks but he cannot explain the 30-odd years of failed predictions by his favourite far-left “experts”. The biggie that we all know about is sea level rise. In the late 1980s we were told two

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The theme was Water . The photo is of Double Rainbow taken at Lake Eacham. “This photo was actually snapped on my iPhone 11 Pro. I had just finished my early morning swim at the Lake and I saw a rainbow developing, within 10 minutes It had developed into a double rainbow and was perfectly positioned over the Lake. A very special morning indeed. I love where we live.” Join and enter your photos at the Tablelands and Surrounds Photography Group Facebook page.

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metres of rise by 2010, and in the 1990s we were told the polar ice caps would be gone by 2013. But every time I attend a freedom rally on the Cairns Esplanade, I see that sea levels are about the same as they were 50 years ago when I was a kid growing up on Lake Street. Pseudo-scientists and solar salesmen can’t seem to admit that failed predictions mean the hypothesis is incorrect, but that’s exactly what it means. The whole global warming narrative has been an extreme-left political propaganda attack on our prosperity. If I’m elected to represent Kennedy in May I’ll be working hard to correct that situation and to return to cheap electricity, petrol, diesel, and gas. That will bring prosperity and jobs and have the flow-on effect of reducing poverty, hopelessness, and crime. Peter Campion United Australia Party candidate for Kennedy

Peter and David should put the gloves on I PROPOSE a celebrity boxing match between Peter Campion and David Blake. I’m sure Wayne Bryde would be able to fit them in at the next event in Mareeba. All proceeds going to a charity of someone else’s choice as they probably couldn’t agree on that either. D. Robinson Peeramon

"I thought I had better write and tell you that my last wish is that you all shall be proud and not grieve if I never return...," wrote 20-year-old Lieutenant William Sydney Duchesne in a letter home in 1915. "If by chance my time has come to leave this world, I wish not for a better death than one on the battlefield helping Englishmen keep our Empire in freedom. "Tell them, Dad, that for them and our country, we – who are from Australia – are ready to give what is most precious to all – that is our life," he wrote. These were among the last words the family of the young Australian officer received from their beloved son and brother. He was killed in action on April 25, 1915 - the first day of the Gallipoli campaign and exactly one month before his 21st birthday. This young soldier was one of an estimated 903 Australians and New Zealanders who died on the first day of this now infamous campaign. What makes a man write these words? What enables him to acknowledge the real probability of his own death and carry on regardless? Lt Duchesne and thousands like him believed they were there to fight for a world, not expecting to survive to see it change, but believing if they did their duty, that it would change and for the better. Over 8,000 more young Australians were to die on the battlefields of Gallipoli and 61,522 Australians were to die by the time the First World War finally ended in 1918. From a 2022 perspective, it is almost impossible to imagine a generation of young men willingly signing up to fight a battle on the other side of the world under the banner of the British Empire. But for the diggers who were there in the trenches, there was clarity of purpose – in their minds was the conviction that this was a time to fight for Australia, for our

future, our sovereignty, our loved ones. And that is what they did. They put service before self. They were courageous and endured in some of the worst conditions warfare can demand. Our life today, in a country that embraces diversity and fairness, was born out of the sacrifice on battlefields more than 100 years ago and is something our nation cannot forget. They are part of our history. Their deeds, their sacrifices and the battles they fought have shaped us. And as time passes, our respect and reverence for what they did grows ever stronger. This is the legacy bestowed by those who gave their all. Today, young men and women in Ukraine have bravely taken up the defence of their country and are putting their lives on the line for what they believe. They face their opposition with endurance, courage and determination. These qualities were those of our Anzacs who displayed a quiet, but deep, patriotism. On Anzac Day, as the light breaks, as we peer into a new day, we will gather to honour the service and sacrifice of generations of Australians, more than 1.5 million of them, who have proudly served our great country in times of war, and the more than 100,000 men and women who have tragically lost their lives in battle, never to return home. They gave up their freedom so we could enjoy ours. Their place in history assured. Their immortality is secured through their sacrifice. Wars have always involved great sacrifice and we have not always prevailed, but, our troops have always fought in a way that warrants our gratitude and our respect. That’s why we gather every year, from dawn and throughout the day. That’s why we must remember them, always. Lest we forget.

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containing a full-length builtin wardrobe for all the extras • Well positioned separate main bathroom/toilet and ample of space in a separate laundry • Spacious lounge/living room area room to move and gather • Neat and well-presented galley style kitchen with an abundance of cupboards and bench space for the whole family • Wrap around veranda to enjoy the serenity and landscape from every angle of the house • Large shed with awning and rainwater tank attached

• This property has a low maintenance block with minimal gardens therefor room to create/add your own slice of heaven to the landscaping. Looking for that relaxed "country" feels and can picture coming home every day greeted by this homestead with greens lawns and full verandas with generous living. Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

Then give us a call to arrange a suitable time for an inspection. Opportunity only knocks once. *Boundary marking is only a guide it is not to scale (Red outline). For more information call agent Crystal Fisher today on 4091 3144.

86 Eucalyptus Road, MILLSTREAM Offers in Mid $400,000 Crystal Fisher LJ HOOKER Atherton 4091 3144

4092 5255

219B Byrnes Street Mareeba

FOR SALE A Rare Find - 21 Acres - Biboohra

3 Bedroom Block Home

Large Shed 3 Phase power

Bore shed with shower & toilet

2 1 Andrew Rogato

Massive outdoor living

Fully Boundry Fenced

House yard pet fenced

0418 183 444

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PROPERTY Brick beauty

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Don’t wait to be told it’s sold HERE you will discover a low maintenance clay brick home on a 900sqm allotment. The well maintained home has two living areas for the growing family. Housework is a breeze as the home is tiled throughout for easy care. Central to the living area is the functional kitchen with a breakfast bar and a double pantry. There are three bedrooms, all with built-in wardrobes and ceiling fans. The bathroom has an easy access shower and a

Immaculately maintained and lovingly presented, this beauty is ready and waiting for its next owner to fill it with their own wonderful memories. Situated on approx. 1 acre in the lovely Rangeview area, this solid brick home showcases a timber kitchen with walk-in pantry, a dining area as well as a separate living area which also has air-con. All 3 bedrooms are carpeted and feature built-ins, with the master housing an ensuite

and air-conditioning. Enjoy the beautiful views of the ranges from your very own patio, a lovely place to relax & entertain. The block is gently sloping with beautifully established trees and gardens to delight in. A generous sized 3 bay shed offers plenty of Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

separate bath. For outdoor living there is a private patio. There is a double lock-up garage and a fenced yard which backs onto vacant land. For your peace of mind, the home is security screened. Located walking Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

Morgan Brennan

0407 730 450

For more information, call Trisha Jackson at Professionals Atherton. Phone 4091 3955 or 0419 1833 145 anytime. Visit athertonrealestate.com.au ATHERTON $398,000 Trisha Jackson Professionals Atherton 0419 183 145

place to store the vehicles and also has power connected. Contact Exclusive agent Suzey Whitby at Ray White Atherton today on 0438 090 306 for more information. www.raywhiteruralatherton.com. au/L18188477

TOLGA $649,000 EXCLUSIVE to Suzey Whitby Ray White Atherton 0438 090 306

Call Trisha 0419 183 145

Atherton

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

RELIABLE BREEDING & BACKGROUNDING Mount Garnet • Set on 2 titles of freehold, open forest country • 7 paddocks, 5 with natural water • 4 bores, 5 dams, 1 permanent spring • Carrying capacity of 350+ breeders • 3 bedroom + office modern home with pool • 9 bay machinery shed + cattle yards

distance to the Atherton High School.

Expressions of Interest close 19th May, 12pm. All offers must be submitted in writing by date & time of closure. L18131025

ROLL UP YOUR SLEEVES Atherton • Renovator project • 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom • Set on a 1,027m2 block • Plenty of potential • Close to town in a quiet sought after street $210,000 L17283182 Suzey Whitby 0438 090 306

LARGE SCALE PRODUCTION Tarzali • Set on 267.54 hectares of flat to undulating pastures • Cattle yards + work area • Large machinery shed • Permanent creeks, 3 dams • 3 bed Queenslander style home $P.O.A. L11706832 Morgan Brennan 0407 730 450

SEE TO BELIEVE Herberton • 4 bedroom classic Queenslander • 1 bedroom self-contained cottage • T&G walls and timber floors • Set on approx. 5 acres • Private, bushland surrounding • 3 bay shed Offers Over $630,000 Suzey Whitby 0438 090 306

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Grazing on the Tablelands THIS property has been in the same family for over 30 years and is on the market and is in the Malanda catchment area for schooling. Over 67 ha with good grazing with legumes, permanent running water to every paddock via three creeks, not to mention the waterfalls. The home was built in 2009. There are three bedrooms all with timber builtins, with the main bedroom having an en-suite. The beautiful silky oak kitchen opens onto the large living dining areas. The dining area is large enough to have a 16-seat dining table. The home is solid brick & fully tiled, security screens and flows out onto a large Kwila timber deck with views to Mount Bartle Frere. The use of timbers (red cedar, silky oak, maple, red elder to name a few) is extensively seen throughout the home.

There are good pastures with legumes throughout and fenced into paddocks for easy management, presently agisted & running 60 bullocks, with weed control in place, a butcher shop with good size cold room. This property won't last long with good grazing and plenty of water, so call Darren today for an inspection. F1818 • Three bedroom all with built-ins Solid brick • Bathroom and En-suite • Office • Large silky oak kitchen with a variety of timbers throughout this house • Wood fire heater • Tiled through out • Large Kwila timber deck Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

• Old liveable cottage • Two waterfalls and three permanent creeks • Good pastures and no sedge • Four bay shed & lockable block workshop • Granny flat and storeroom attached • Butcher shop with cold room • Presently agisted & running 60 bullocks • Views to Mount Bartle Frere • 67.94 ha For more information, or to book your private inspection call Darren on 0429 977 675@ Tablelands.com & Malanda Real Estate.

MALANDA $1,650,000 Darren Hithersay Tablelands.com & Malanda Real Estate 0429 977 675

A world of your own within Atherton

LISTINGS WANTED!

WHAT IS YOUR PROPERTY WORTH? Give us a no obligation call to find out!

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45 James Street, Malanda: 4096 5446 13 Main Street, Millaa Millaa: 0408 733 149

First National Atherton is proud to present to market 13 Paine Street Atherton. This block construction home features an open plan living space inviting families to spend quality time together; or share the outdoor patio and explore the heavily treed backyard. Hidden behind the fruit trees is a magnificent colourbond shed featuring a mezzanine floor. Features include: • 4 spacious bedrooms with built ins • Open plan living and kitchen space • Block construction • Internal laundry • Large carport and entertaining area • Established gardens and loads of fruit trees • Colourbond powered

shed with mezzanine, approx 8x10m, insulated This property is situated across the road from a public park with playground and is only a short walk from state schools. The home is tenanted to please allow a minimum of 24 hours notice to inspect. Some items represented in

the photos will contain tenants possessions.

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

Contact exclusive agent Zach Reid for a private inspection on 0427 683 023.

4091 1177 21 Main St, Atherton

13 Paine Street, ATHERTON $450,000 EXCLUSIVE to Zach Reid First National Real Estate Atherton 0427 683 023

4091 1177 21 Main St, Atherton

RENOVATED 4 BEDROOM FAMILY HOME 4

• 4 spacious bedrooms all with built-ins, ceiling fans, on a 1083m2 block • Central living room with additional living room to the front of the home • Ultra-modern kitchen, euro oven, 5 burner gastop and pantry • Main bathroom tiled with separate shower and bath • Concrete laundry, shower recess, plenty of room for storage

Price: Offers Over $350,000 - Call Greg on 0437 332 912

WORLD OF YOUR OWN IN ATHERTON

• 3 spacious re-carpeted bedrooms, two with built-ins • Featuring a 4.5 star energy rating • Open plan living, modern kitchen with a view of the mountain range • European style laundry, large bathtub and shower • 9m x 6m powered Colorbond shed + landscaped and well drained gardens

Price: Offers Around $400,000 - Call Zach on 0427 683 023

HIGH IMPACT INDUSTRY ZONING

This industrial shed in Atherton lends itself to a wide array of uses. The large allotment, open ended shed and two street access make it the perfect place for a processing plant or trucking business. There is an office, reception area and kitchen at the front of the building, and a large separate lock up workshop further in. Rates $3120.00 / year.

Price: $660,000 Neg - Call Brendan on 0447 809 808

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A quiet life only minutes from town

SELLING?

Settle for More

SURROUNDED by similar sized acreage properties while only being a short 3.7klms to the Herberton Township is this solid and low maintenance home with all the space you need. • 2.06 Hectares (5.09 Acres) • Recently Renovated Throughout – Includes New Floor Coverings, Repainting, New Kitchen, Bathroom, Laundry and Lighting. • 3 Good Sized Bedrooms – Built-Ins In Two

• Spacious Lounge Room With Access Onto Entertaining Patio • Open Plan Kitchen & Dining Area – Entry Onto Side Patio • 2nd Family/Utility Room – Make It What You Need • Beautiful Kitchen Includes Timber Bench Tops, Breakfast Bar, Electric Appliances • Bore & Water Tank Looks After All Water Needs • Lockable Shed/Workshop With Carport Attached

– Power Connected • 2nd High Roof Storage Shelter • Fully Fenced House Yard (Approx 1-2 Acres) • Security Screens On All Windows & Doors • 21klms To Atherton Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

Township For more information or a private inspection, please contact Exclusive Marketing Agent Daimin Kochi At Main St Real Estate Atherton on 0448 916 246.

56 Rolley Road, WONDECLA $495,000 EXCLUSIVE to Daimin Kochi Main Street Real Estate 0448 916 246

DAIMIN KOCHI 0448 916 246

GENEROUS IN SIZE, GOOD LOCATION • Timber kitchen with built-in breakfast bar & pantry • Lounge/dining combined with in-built fireplace • Games room with slate bar, bedroom, bathroom & toilet • Lockable storeroom, updated laundry • Outdoor entertainment patio enclosed on 3 sides • Tiled floors for low maintenance, double bay garage $630,000

THE BEST TYPE OF INVESTMENT • Masonry block construction • 3 bedrooms, kitchen, living and dining • Single carport and garden shed • Mountain views from the patio • Just 300 metres from Atherton Primary School • 800 metres from Woolworths $330,000

Higher Price Better Service Support Throughout

Call Karen today to discuss your options 0458 408 540

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KAYDEE CHATFIELD 0417 468 941

INVESTORS WANTED • Rendered block home with 3 built-in bedrooms • Ensuite & main bathroom • Spacious kitchen with quality appliances & servery • Open plan dining and lounge area • Timber deck for entertaining, double bay garage • 848m2 with established trees & gardens OFFERS OVER $430,000

2 DWELLINGS, 1 PROPERTY, VIEWS • Main home: Open kitchen / living / dining • 3 bedrooms, ensuite & main bathroom • Outdoor patio overlooking the 7 Sisters • Single bay remote garage, aircon throughout • Granny flat: Open plan kitchen / living / dining • 2 bedr00ms, office, 2 bathrooms, patio & carport OFFERS INVITED

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, 6m x 6m workshop • Solar HWS, tandem carport, fenced yard $420,000

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Brick in quiet cul-de-sac THIS home offers good space with extra wide corridors and good internal layout providing ideal wheelchair accessibility. Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac and taking in fabulous Tableland vistas this home certainly is an attractive parcel. The home is constructed of red brick and includes security screens and good external fencing. There are 2 living areas allowing the new owner flexibility with multiple potential uses. • 3 Built-in bedrooms • Open plan living • Large kitchen with corner pantry and heaps of storage • Bathroom has separate shower and bathtub • 2nd bathroom located in

the garage • Wide corridors and easy access to all rooms • Split system airconditioning in living and main bedroom • Enclosed outside patio/2nd living area • Double lock up garage with remote roller door plus a double open carport • Fully fenced with access to backyard for a vehicle • Lovely easy care gardens • Situated at the end of a Address: Price: Agent:

very quiet cul-de-sac • Fully security screened • 1200ltr rainwater tank • Garden sheds This is a home that will stand the test of time with its classic styling and good sized rooms. Well located to suit buyers at any life stage, why not call this your new home today. Contact Exclusive marketing agent Collette Rowston on 0419 733 712. WEB ID 947063

4 Larkin Close, ATHERTON $450,000 EXCLUSIVE to Collete Rowston Atherton Realty 0419 733 712

Contact:

Family home on large block SEARCHING for a low maintenance family home? Then welcome to 86 Kenneally Road, Mareeba. With a convenient location only minutes from the CBD, this home boasts four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a layout designed for open plan family living and a generous

backyard. The open plan kitchen/ dining area - featuring a generous breakfast bar - opens out onto a tiled back patio overlooking the fenced rear yard. The air conditioned family room is located off the kitchen area and is big enough for

Find out what your property is worth in today’s market? Our local market is going strong and buyer demand is still very high. Are you ready to SELL? Call TODAY for your obligation free Comprehensive Property Report.

4092 2232

159 BYRNES STREET, MAREEBA QLD 4880 Visit our website at www.crmareeba.com

all the family to enjoy. All four bedrooms are well sized (3 have built-in robes and air conditioning). The master bedroom features his/her mirrored built-in robes and an ensuite bathroom. The family bathroom has a combined shower and tub, and separate toilet and is convenient to the laundry and linen cupboard. Some additional notable features of the property include tiled flooring, tinted windows, ceiling fans, security screens and blinds throughout as well as a 5kW solar power system. This home sits elevated on a 1,000m2 allotment with a fenced rear yard providing plenty of privacy. • 4 well-sized bedrooms, 3 with built-in robes, 2 bathrooms • Master has his/her mirrored built-in and ensuite • Central kitchen with breakfast bar • Large open plan dining area and separate lounge room • Split-system air-conditioning in the living, lounge and 3 bedrooms • Tiled floors, ceiling fans,

tinted windows, security screens throughout • Tiled rear patio with ceiling fan • 5kW Solar power system • Double garage • 1,000m2 allotment with fenced rear yard • Convenient location, close to Mareeba CBD Properties like this don't

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4091 1611

24 Main St Atherton WEEKENDS EVERY DAY 6 Eden Drive - $320,000

stay on the market very long. Contact our exclusive Agent Vince Costas on Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

SELLING?

Call now for a FREE MARKET APPRAISAL

0419 926 691 for more information or to arrange a private inspection of this family home.

86 Kenneally Road, MAREEBA Offers Over $440,000 EXCLUSIVE to Vince Costas Central Realty Mareeba 0419 926 691

Rino Gava 0427 779 086 Collette Rowston 0419 733 712

PRIVACY ASSURED WITH VIEWS 15 Nadia Close - $640,000

SUNSET RIDGE - STAGES 3 & 4 Prices Starting From $155,000

 House pad already flattened

 6569m2 benched lot  3 built-in bedrooms, main with ensuite  20m x 6m enclosed Colorbond shed  Freshly painted interior

 Lots still available 835m2 - 1568m2  Underground power, water and sewage connected  Building covenants in place

 1 acre, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms  3 bay 7.5 x 9m Colorbond powered shed  9m x 9m high clearance annex  Cypress Pine timber floors throughout

Rino 0427 779 086

Collette 0419 733 712

Rino 0427 779 086

 1 acre situated in Tinaroo Rise Estate  Power & water ready to be connected

WEB ID: 951801

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WEB ID: 949241

WEB ID: 837315

RANGEVIEW SANCTUARY 6 Nadia Close - O/O $700,000

WEB ID: 832965

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Vacant land – your blank canvas LOCATED in an elevated position, this 4,000m2 allotment is surrounded by quality homes. With spectacular 180-degree scenic views, this large parcel of land offers a wonderful opportunity to build your dream home in one of Tolga’s most sought-after areas. • 4,000m2 sloped allotment • Fenced on 1 side of boundary • Beautiful views • Town water, power & phone available for connec-

tion • Soil test and house plans included • Rates Approx. $1,400/ half year • School bus service • Zoned Rural Residential With so much on offer, this is the perfect blank canAddress: Price: Agent:

vas to make your dream home a reality. This is one of the last blocks available in this area. For further information or to arrange an inspection, call marketing agent Raquel at Sommerset Realty on 0408 983 879. 104 Rankine Drive, TOLGA $255,000 Raquel Cunzolo Sommerset Realty 0408 983 879

Contact:

WAGNERS WAY – ex dairy grazing block

WAGNER'S Way is located less than 15 mins drive from the township of Millaa Millaa. This 215 acre ex-dairy grazing block has approximately 110 acres of cleared undulating pastures and currently agisted with around 40 head, with the remaining acreage under rainforest. The five paddocks are well fenced and are either watered by the two permanent all year round spring fed

creeks or troughed. Due to the annual rainfall, rainwater is collected and stored in numerous water tanks. The old bales are masonry block and have a race, crush and loading ramp. Ample shed space on the property with a five bay powered steel frame with concrete floor and a 10m x 10m steel frame currently used as an animal shelter. A three bedroom Queens-

Malanda

lander compliments the property with solar hot water, an 8kw solar system with battery back up and includes your very own 3kw wind turbine. 7m x 7m carport.

For further information or to arrange an inspection please contact Elders Listed Agent Shellie Nightingale on 0429 966 038.

Address: 529 Middlebrook Road, MILLAA MILLAA Price: Contact Agent Agent: Shellie Nightingale Elders Real Estate Malanda Contact: 0429 966 038

Jeanette Suffield 0407 745 748

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What’s your proper ty wor th? Call Raquel today to ﬁnd out!*

*Free No-obligation appraisal

Shop 1, 116 Main St, Atherton QLD, 4883

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A HOME WITH HISTORY

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• Traditional Queenslander located on 5428m2 • Massive 315m2 powered shed / workshop • 2 minute walk to the main street of Atherton

20 Peake Street, Atherton - Reduced to $650,000 Neg

• Located in quiet cul-de-sac on the outskirts of Atherton on 697m2 block • 260m2 under roof with open plan living • Quality fixtures and fittings 3 Robertson Close, Atherton - Offers Over $500,000

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Contact Natalie Freeman 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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Weekly Horoscopes  

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Aries

March 21 to April 20 Travel will be to your advantage; however, it might be expensive. You may find yourself interested in more than one person. Take care when dealing with older relatives. Involvement in financial schemes will be followed by losses.

Concentrate on spending quality time with children and friends. Reevaluate your motives. Do not force your opinions on others the connections will be short lived.

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June 22 to July 22 Take time to reevaluate your motives regarding friendships.You might feel unappreciated by your boss. Do not lend money or belongings to friends. Your partner may be somewhat irritable this week.

Libra Sept 24 to Oct 23

Dec 22 to Jan 20 This weeks foucs should be on self. You could make major career gains if you are intentional. Spend some quality time with your lover. You will get bored quickly, so make sure that you have scheduled some fun activities.

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May 22 to June 21 Aviod gossip. New emotional connections can be made through business contacts. Sudden changes in your financial situation are likely. Confusion could result when communicating with others.

Virgo

Aug 23 to Sept 23 Take care of your health. You’ll be an emotional basket case this week. Don’t take anything too seriously. Ask for help from family and consider the feelings of your mate. Children’s needs could be more costly than you anticipated.

Scorpio

Sagittarius

Use your ingenuity to manipulate things to get what you want. Someone you live with will, be impossible. Secret affairs may only cause complications in your life. Invest cautiously and wisely.

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Gemini

July 23 to Aug 22 You can make moves, but they won’t be settling. Changes in your home may be alarming at first. Don’t make promises that you can’t possibly keep. You can have a great time if you go out with the one you love.

Oct 24 to Nov 22

Concentrate on yourself and your future. You can open up to your mate and let them know what you expect out of this relationship. You are best to avoid unsavory circumstances, especially if you’re in a group situation.

Capricorn

April 21 to May 21 You might find that coworkers will support your endeavors. You will be extremely receptive to new and progressive methods at work. You will meet new and exciting people if you attend social activities or sporting events.

Leo

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Aquarius

Jan 21 to Feb 19 Consider working from home this week for productivity. You will have the ability to capture the interest of others. You will be working progressively on yourself. Your home environment may be volatile.

Nov 23 to Dec 21 Someone you live with will be quite unreason able this week. Visitors may be likely to drop by. Don’t hold back; go with the flow and take a bit of a chance. Changes in your home environment may cause friction.

Pisces

Feb 20 to March 20 Camping, swimming, and biking expeditions should all be considered. Be prepared to meet new lovers through colleagues. You should be able to get a lot done. Pleasure trips will be emotionally favorable.

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