TAKE A BREAK BIG WORD SEARCH CROSSWORD

17 a corner on a road or racing track that bends to the right (5-7)

20 a family of Italian violin makers, active in Cremona in the 16th and 17th centuries (5)

21 the internal organs in the main cavities of the body, especially those in the abdomen, e.g. the intestines (7)

22 in an intelligent, original, or skilful way (8)

23 remain in the same place (4)

Down

1 a campaign undertaken by a political, social, or artistic group (8)

2 a powder made from roasted and ground cacao seeds (5)

4 consider or regard in a specified way (6)

Puzzle Solutions

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

Across

1 small rodents that typically have a pointed snout, relatively large ears and eyes, and a long tail (4)

3 a street in the entertainment section of New York City where there are many theaters, or the theater in this area (8)

9 relating to or consisting of a vowel or vowels (7)

10 the eighth letter of the Greek alphabet, transliterated as ‘th’ (5)

11 afraid to speak frankly or straightforwardly (5-7)

13 a square piece of cloth or paper used at a meal to wipe the fingers or lips and to protect garments (6)

15 extremely unpleasant; repulsive (6)

5 adopt or express a particular attitude or attitudes, typically just for effect (12)

6 to what place, purpose, or end (7)

7 the time taken by the earth to make one revolution around the sun (4)

8 to take foolish risks (4,4,4)

12 the quality or state of being subjected to equal pressure from every side (8)

14 in zoology, any mammal of the group that includes the lemurs, lorises, tarsiers, monkeys, apes, and humans (7)

16 move (coal, earth, snow, or a similar substance) with a shovel. (6)

18 put together and set upright (a building, wall, or other structure) (5)

19 a white, grey, or pale green soft mineral with a greasy feel, occurring as translucent masses or laminae and consisting of hydrat-

Weekly Horoscopes

Mar 21 - Apr 19

This week, you have an opportunity for a new beginning. At work you might need to call a hail mary’s to get a project across the line, what can you let go of to achieve the goal. Beginnings, fruition and new things are all starting too bloom andd bear fruit.

JUN 21 - JUL 22

This week, help is on the way. Someone might step up to help you this week. This mentor can help guide your steps. There could be a new beginning in your career, learning something new, stepping into a new role or moving on completely. Enjoy the fresh start sep 23 - oct 22

This week, one small change could have a massive impact. You could learn some information that is life changing when you apply it to your daily routine. A small change or habit could really take hold and make a lasting impact. Time to take control.

Dec 22 - Jan 19 apr 20 - may 20

This week, you’re getting things together. You could be feeling very responsible, getting some financial things in order or even just working out the details of your routines. Reviewing security and safety is advised. Later in the week something new could arrive.

This week, you have the means to accomplish you goal. You could be tested, figuratively or literally. This could be the last step in a process. Celebrate being one step closer to it being complete. You might run into someone new, who just feels so familiar.

JUL 23 - AUG 22 oct 23 - nov 21

This week, you’re learning to work smarter not harder. You could figure out a productivity hack that saves hours each week. Soon you’ll be able to set time aside for leisure instead of feeling quite so much pressure at work. Travel plans are favoured this week.

This week, something new has your attention. You could become obsessed with a new hobby, not just actively participating in the hobby, but learning about it. You could become fully immersed. Just remember to come up for air and spend some time in real life too.

Jan 20 - Feb 18

This week, a financial opportunity is in front of you. You might find a financial opportunity is offered thats just outside of your comfort zone. This opportunity is one worth considering. Later in the week you might find yourself having an impromptu family gathering.

May 21 - Jun 20

This week, you could be in line for extra perks. You could be looking into investing, it’s a positive time to work towards long term financial goals. Take that first small step. You could be celebrating a milestone, you might enjoy yourself so much you schedule another.

Aug 23 -Sep 22 nov 22 - dec 21

This week, new resources become available. If you’re single, you could meet someone thats a fresh breeze, if you’re already loved up your relationship could experience a fresh breeze, maybe a new perspective that makes you cherish your love even more.

This week, home is your sanctuary. You might find peace and contentment is best found in your four walls. You might spend some time tidying and decluttering and making your house a home. You might recognize just how much your home gives you.

Feb 19 - Mar 20

This week, there are many opportunities around you. You might wake up with more energy than usual earlier in the week. A weight has lifted recently and you might find it was heavier than you realised. Later in the week keep your eyes open for an opportunity.

Wedding

Vanessa Arena and Daniel Clarke

25/03/2023

Congratulations on your Wedding Day.

May today mark the first of the rest of your life, filled with love and happiness.

Lotʼs of love, Mum, Dad, Margarita, Angelo, Mateo, Damon, Nicola, Angela, Ray, Isabel and Anton.

Aunty Vanessa & Uncle Dan

Thank you for letting us share in your special day. We wish you all the happiness in the world.

Lots of love, Mateo, Damon, Nicola, Isabel and Anton.

In Memoriam

KEITH (Crew) STALLAN

20-10-1947

~ 26-03-2010

Sadly missed and forever loved by your family. Lovingly remembered by Jenny, Leanne, Raelene and families.

Betsy Ward Chew (nee Watson)

12/08/1923 - 22/03/2022

Loving Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother

Much loved and sadly missed by her family.

Colin Dow

Thank you to all of the amazing staff and volunteers at Carinya Aged Care for your devotion to and patience with Colin and the caring people at Community Funerals. Thank you to our friends and family for all of your support.

Please accept this as our personal thanks.

Maureen Dow & Family.

Family Of The Late

THE

Jeffrey Charles Snelling

Wish to sincerely thank all who attended Jeff ʼs funeral, sent flowers, cards and food, phoned and paid visits during the past few traumatic weeks. We have been overwhelmed by the love, care and support given by the whole community.

To the Police, SES, Ambulance and Special Divers, and all those who assisted at Lake Tinaroo, and NQ Tractor Pull members a very special thank you. Please accept this as our personal thanks, the Snelling family.

Position Vacant

McLAREN, Brian

Late of Atherton. Passed away on Monday 13th March, 2023. Aged 70 years

Beloved Husband of Grace. Much loved Father of Brett, Shaun, Kylie, Deane & families. Funeral to be held at the Rocky Creek Igloo, Frazer Road, Tolga on Friday 24th March, 2023 commencing at 11.00am.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Royal Flying Doctors would be appreciated. Donation and livestream details available through Guilfoyle Funerals.

Funerals.

Guilfoyle Funeral Services

Chapels, Crematorium & Memorial Gardens

Atherton: 4091 2147 Mareeba: 4092 1013 Local Family Owned & “Entrusted for over 70 years” www.guilfoylefunerals.com.au

Garage Sale

GARAGE Sale Peaks Gully Rd, Atherton SAT 25 March, 9am onwards. NO EARLY BIRDS

GARAGE Sale 40 Koah Rd, Koah. SAT 25 March, 10am onwards. NO EARLY BIRDS

In loving memory of VICKTOR KAZIM

26.07.60-20.03.17

~ 6 Years ~

You will forever be remembered for your laughter, your charisma, your smile and your outgoing personality.

We miss you everyday Dad xxx

In Loving Memory of my Husband, our Father, Father-In-Law, Grandfather and Great Grandfather Carlo

Peluchetti

19th March, 1995

We think about you always, We talk about you still. You have never been forgotten, And you never will. We hold you close within our hearts, And there you will remain. To walk and guide us through our lives, Until we meet again.

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

Easter Season continues on Sunday 26 March, 2023:

Characters Caught up With the Cross #4: Pontius Pilate:

Cavorting with Cowardice

“So Pilate, wanting to gratify the crowd, released Barabbas to them; and he delivered Jesus, after he had scourged Him, to be crucified.” (Mark 15:15)

From your loving wife Antonia, Daughters Jeanette and Rene, Son-in-Law Luch, Grandchildren Melissa, Michael, Natalie, Sheree and Jacinta.

Birthday

Happy 9th Birthday WILLIAM!

Love from Mum, Maddi, Ash & Charlee

Main duty will be driving concrete Agitator Truck including cleaning and maintenance of the truck. May also be required at times to drive truck and dog bringing in materials and body tipper.

Training on Agitator Truck can be provided but experience would be highly advantageous. Must be an experienced driver with minimum HR Licence and willing to get HC Licence, and experience with trucks with non-syncro gear box.

Quick learner and team player, must be able to do Saturdays on rotation as required, White/Blue Card, immediate start.

Contact Steve to discuss 0408 764 763 or Email resume: admin@mareebaconcrete.com

Chief Executive Officer

Cape York NRM is a not-for-profit organisation and registered charity with a mission to help people work to care for the natural environment while promoting the sustainable use of natural resources in Cape York Peninsula.

They are staffed by an experienced and dedicated team who work with individuals, groups and communities across Cape York to care for Country through various activities that promote and support the organisation’s inclusive mission. Through significant community engagement, they proactively enhance activities based on the core principles of sustainability, ongoing regional development across land and sea and also work to protect threatened plant and animal species and improve fire management.

Your new role:

As the new CEO, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of the activities of Cape York NRM and will be accountable to the Board. The position is based in Cairns with travel required to regional offices in Atherton and Cooktown and has a core focus on ensuring the organisation continues to operate effectively to ensure onward growth, effective governance and strong financial stability whilst investing in significant stakeholder engagement and commercial relationships.

What you’ll need to succeed:

We are seeking an effective and inclusive leader for this critical position. Your previous leadership experience easily evidences your inclusive, open style of management coupled with an inherent ability to develop relationships and identify opportunity. Whilst not for profit experience would be advantageous, we are open to considering individuals with a significant background and genuine interest and experience in Cape York and land and environmental issues. Naturally, you will be an inquisitive and effective executive with confidence in strategic development, corporate governance, risk management and financial performance. You will also be open to a significant amount of travel required to be successful in the role.

What you need to do now:

Applications must be submitted online at: www.capeyorknrm.com.au/about/vacancies

To find out more, download the application kit at: www.capeyorknrm.com.au/about/vacancies

The closing date for applications will be 4.00pm, Wednesday 5 April, 2023.

PHONE: 4096 5190

PCYC Mareeba is currently seeking a passionate Program Coordinator Community Foundation Skills (Fixed Term, Part Time, 25 Hours Per Week, Until December 2023)

To apply go to: pcyc.bigredsky.com

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

Acts.

T-MSC-2023-01

MAREEBA WATER TREATMENT PLANT

BOOSTER STATION PROJECT

Mareeba Shire Council invites tenders from suitably qualified tenderers for the construction of the Mareeba Water Treatment Plant Booster Station Project.

Tender documents are available on Council’s online e-procurement system, VendorPanel- https://www. vendorpanel.com.au/PublicTenders.aspx.

All enquiries or clarifications must be via the online forum which will close 7 days prior to closing time. Council officers are unable to respond to verbal or emailed enquiries.

The closing time for electronic lodgement of Tenders is 11:00am Tuesday, 11 April 2023.

Regulation 228(7) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 may be applied.

Tender(s) will not be opened publicly. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

Peter Franks

Chief Executive Officer PO Box 154, MAREEBA QLD 4880

The applicant for all permits is: Aurum Vale Pty Ltd 100%

ML 100321 is undertaken for the mining/purpose of Living quarters/ camp, Processing plant, Tailings/settling dam, Garnet, Gold, Ilmenite/leucoxene, Monazite, Rate Earths, Rutile, Silver Ore and Zircon on the following land parcels within the Cook Shire Council: Lot 233 on PH1796 (Mt Mulgrave Station), Lot 2367 on SP284117 (King Junction Station) and USL River (Palmer River).

This application is located at approximately 101 kilometres south west of Laura.

Date & Time Applications Lodged: 9 August, 2022 - 9:21AM

Mining activities to be carried out include: Alluvial Mining

ML 100322 is undertaken for the mining/purpose of Living quarters/ camp, Processing plant, Tailings/settling dam, Garnet, Gold, Ilmenite/leucoxene, Monazite, Rate Earths, Rutile, Silver Ore and Zircon on the following land parcels within the Cook Shire Council: Lot 434 on SP136214 (Strathleven Station), Lot 2367 on SP284117 (King Junction Station) and USL River (Palmer River).

This application is located at approximately 105 kilometres south west of Laura.

Date & Time Applications Lodged: 8 August, 2022 - 3:23AM

Mining activities to be carried out include: Alluvial Mining

ML 100323 is undertaken for the mining/purpose of Living quarters/ camp, Processing plant, Tailings/settling dam, Workshop/machinery/storage (infrastructure only) on the following land parcels within the Cook Shire Council: Lot 2367 on SP284117 (King Junction Station).

This application is located at approximately 104 kilometres south west of Laura.

Date & Time Applications Lodged: 9 August, 2022 - 10:32AM

Mining activities to be carried out include: Alluvial Mining

Mining Lease Application Documents

Notice of a non-claimant application for determination of native title in Queensland

Notification day: 5 April 2023

A ‘non-claimant’ application has been made to the Federal Court of Australia (Federal Court) seeking a determination that native title does not exist in the area described below. The Applicant has a non-native title interest in the area, which is set out in their application and summarised below.

Under the Native Title Act 1993 (Cth), there can be only one determination of native title for an area. Unless there is a relevant native title claim, as defined in section 24FE, over the area described below on or before 4 July 2023, the area may be subject to protection under section 24FA and acts may be done which extinguish or otherwise affect native title

A person who claims to hold native title rights and interests in this area may wish to file a native title claimant application or become a party to this non-claimant application. These may be the only opportunities to have those rights and interests taken into account in the Federal Court’s determination. Any other person may also wish to become a party.

If you want to become a party to this application, you must file a Form 5 (Notice of Intention to become a Party) with the Federal Court, on or before 4 July 2023. Further information regarding how to file a Form 5 is available from www.fedcourt.gov.au. After 4 July 2023, you will need to seek leave from the Federal Court to become a party.

Applicant’s name: Gunther Family Holdings Pty Ltd (ACN 609 773 819)

Federal Court File No: QUD53/2023

Non-native title interest: The applicant is the registered lessee of the application area

T-MSC2023-06

REGISTER OF PRE-QUALIFIED SUPPLIERS INFRASTRUCTURE MAINTENANCE SERVICES

Mareeba Shire Council is seeking written submissions and competitive rates from a variety of suitably qualified and experienced Suppliers for Appointment as a Pre-Qualified SupplierInfrastructure Maintenance Services. The Request for Tender outlines categories of Trade and Services.

Tender documents are available on Council’s online e-procurement system, VendorPanel- https://www. vendorpanel.com.au/PublicTenders.aspx.

All enquiries or clarifications must be via the online forum which will close 7 days prior to closing time.

Council officers are unable to respond to verbal or emailed enquiries.

The closing time for electronic lodgement of Tenders is 11.00am Tuesday 11 April, 2023.

Regulation 228(7) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 may be applied.

Tender will not be opened publicly. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

Peter Franks Chief Executive Officer PO Box 154, MAREEBA QLD 4880

Proposed Development

Make a submission from 16th March 2023 to 2nd May 2023

Preliminary Approval Including Variation Request for a Material

Change of Use to Vary the Effect of the Planning Scheme & Development Permit for Reconfiguring a Lot

Where: 42 Mabel Street, Atherton

On: Part of Lot 2 on NR7968

Approval Sought: Preliminary approval for a variation request and development permit for reconfiguring a lot

Application Ref: MCU22/0026

You may obtain a copy of the application and make a submission to:

Tablelands Regional Council PO Box 573, Atherton Qld 4883 info@trc.qld.gov.au

1300 362 242 trc.qld.gov.au

Copies of the application are available at TRC customer service centres in Atherton, Herberton, Malanda and Ravenshoe.

Public notification requirements are in accordance with the Planning Act 2016.

The application documents consist of the Application for Mining Lease, copies of or extracts from the application documents, and the endorsed Mining Lease Notice detailing the location and description of the land applied for (including surface area and access), may be downloaded from the Departments website https://www.business.qld.gov.au/industries/mining-energy-water/ resources/public-notices-tenders or may be inspected at the Department of Resources office: Level 9, Verde Tower, 445 Flinders Street, Townsville Qld 4810 or may be obtained by contacting the local mines assessment hub on MineralHub@resources.qld.gov.au.

Environmental Authority Documents

The application documents for the proposal consist of the following:

A-EA-NEW-100301785 (ML 100321) Standard Application for a new environmental authority for a resource authority and A-EANEW-100391030 (ML 100322 and ML 100323) Variation application for a new environmental authority for resource activity.

Copies of, or extracts from, the application documents may be inspected at the Department of Environment and Science, 5B Sheridan Street, Cairns Qld 4870 or may be obtained by contacting Permit and Licence Management by phone on 1300 130 372 or by email on palm@des.qld.gov.au.

Copies of the standard conditions and eligibility criteria for a resource activity can be obtained by accessing the Department of Environment and Science website www.des.qld.gov.au or by contacting Permit and Licence Management by phone on 1300 130 372 (select option 4) or by email on palm@ des.qld.gov.au.

Making A Properly Made Objection / Submission

It is advised that any person/entity may make an objection to the grant of the mining lease, and/or a submission about the application for the environmental authority. The objection/submission period, during which objections/submissions can be given, concludes on 24 April, 2023 at 4.30pm (AEST).

A properly made objection and/or submission must be received on or before

4.30pm (AEST) on the last day of the objection/submission period. It must be lodged with the chief executive in writing in the approved form, addressed to the relevant Assessment Hub:

Mineral Assessment Hub Level 9, 445 Flinders Street, Townsville QLD 4810 PO Box 1752, Townsville QLD 4810 Email: MineralHub@resources.qld.gov.au

Objections To The Mining Lease Application:

A copy of the objection must also be served upon the applicant/s on or before the last day of the objection period at the following address:

Aurum Vale Pty Ltd

C/- Avoca Tenement Consulting Pty Ltd

P.O. Box 706, Mareeba QLD 4880

Qld@tenementmatters.com.au

Objection for the mining lease application:

A properly made objection in respect to the grant of the mining lease is one that:

• Is lodged, on or before the last objection day for the application with the chief executive in writing in the approved form;

• States the grounds of the objection and the facts and circumstances relied on in support of the grounds;

• Is signed and dated by each person/entity (i.e. signatory) making the objection; and

• States the name and address of each signatory.

Intending objectors should either contact the relevant assessment hub on (07) 4447 9230 and obtain the approved objection form (MRA-20) or obtain the approved objection form from the department’s website: https://www. business.qld.gov.au/industries/mining-energy-water/resources/ applications-compliance/forms-fees.

Submissions for the Environmental Authority application:

A properly made submission must meet all of the following requirements:

• Be written or made electronically;

• State the name and address of each submitter;

• Be made to the administering authority stated above;

• Be received on or before the last day of the submission period;

• State the grounds of the submission and the facts and circumstances relied on in support of the grounds.

Intending submitters may contact the Department of Environment and Science on 1300 130 372 (select option 4) to obtain a submission form or obtain a copy from the departments website: www.des.qld.gov.au.

Order sought by Applicant: The applicant seeks a determination that native title does not exist

Description: The application area comprises of Lot 11 on Crown Plan 896922, Lot 219 on Survey Plan 285559 and Lot 43 on Survey Plan 219915, covering an area of about 60 sq km and is located in the vicinity of Mount Garnet

Relevant LGA: Tablelands Regional Council

For assistance and further information about this application, call Lisa Carlsen on 07 4257 5704 or visit www.nntt.gov.au.

Proposed Development

Make a submission from: 22nd March, 2023 to 14th April, 2023

Material Change of Use for Tourist Park & Function Centre

Where: Kennedy Highway, Millstream

On: Lot 13 on RP749588

Approval Sought: Development Permit for Material Change of Use for Tourist Park & Function Centre

Application Ref: MCU22/0018

You may obtain a copy of the application and make a submission to:

Tablelands Regional Council PO Box 573, Atherton, Qld 4883 info@trc.qld.gov.au

1300 362 242 www.trc.qld.gov.au

Public notification requirements are in accordance with the Planning Act 2016.

MAREEBA WATER TREATMENT PLANT

RAW WATER PUMP STATION UPGRADE

Mareeba Shire Council invites tenders for Mareeba Shire Council invites tenders from suitably qualified tenderers for the construction of the Mareeba Water Treatment Plant Raw Water Pump Station Upgrade.

Tender documents are available on Council’s online e-procurement system, VendorPanel- https://www. vendorpanel.com.au/PublicTenders.aspx.

All enquiries or clarifications must be via the online forum which will close 7 days prior to closing time. Council officers are unable to respond to verbal or emailed enquiries.

The closing time for electronic lodgement of Tenders is 11:00am, Tuesday 18 April, 2023. Regulation 228(7) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 may be applied. Tender(s) will not be opened publicly. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

Peter Franks

Chief Executive Officer PO Box 154, MAREEBA QLD 4880

• Saturday, 1 April and Sunday, 2 April 2023

Almaden, Irvinebank and Mt Molloy Transfer Stations:

• Saturday, 1 April and Tuesday, 4 April 2023

Mt Carbine Transfer Station:

• Thursday, 30 March and Sunday, 2 April 2023

Mutchilba Transfer Station:

•Wednesday, 29 March and Saturday, 1 April 2023

Chillagoe Transfer Station:

• Thursday, 30 March and Saturday, 1 April 2023

For more information, please phone 1300 308 461 or visit: www.msc.qld.gov.au.

Peter Franks Chief Executive Officer PO Box 154, MAREEBA QLD 4880