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FESTIVE fun was all the rage at Sunday’s Christmas in July open day, as hundreds of grey nomads mingled with the public at Davies Park. Far North Nomads club member Dellie Connolly, vicepresident Gerry Richter and event organiser Milford Virtue (pictured) lapped up the annual event, which has been going for the past 19 years. Revellers took part in raffles, live entertainment, market stalls and much, much more. FULL STORY – PAGE 9

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‘All you need is love’ AFTER almost 60 years of marriage, Harry Grogan reckons all you need is love. The 82-year-old will celebrate the milestone with his wife Esther this week, even receiving a letter from Queen Elizabeth II congratulating the couple on their anniversary. “As soon as I saw that letter, my wife and I got a shock,” he said. “We just love each other, we’ve stayed together and I’m pleased we did. “Esther is everything to me, I just love her.” Raised in Kuranda, Mr Grogan ventured to Sydney in the early 1950s to continue his blossoming boxing career. It was there he met his wife-to-be, and the two married in 1956. “Esther was a big help to me and I was a big help to her,” she said. “I would not have lasted long without

her.” Mr Grogan would become the Australian welterweight champion in 1957 before eventually moving back to the Far North while working as an exhibition boxer on the show circuit. The couple would go on to raise three children while Mr Grogan worked a variety of jobs in the region, including as a stockman, timber cutter, railway worker and even helped build the Barron Gorge Hydro power station. Nowadays, the grandfather-of-three lives happily in Mareeba after retiring just a few years ago as a crane driver. “There’s only one thing you need one thing for a happy marriage –love for each other,” Mr Grogan said. Mr and Mrs Grogan’s milestone will be celebrated with family at a special party for the couple this Saturday.

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TWO Far Northern IGA supermarkets have picked up wins at a major national awards ceremony. Held on the Gold Coast last month, the annual IGA Awards of Excellence singled out SUPA IGA Atherton and Cornett’s IGA Cooktown for their success. Atherton picked up Meat Department of the Year while Cooktown manager Paul Scott took out the Rising Star Award. SUPA IGA Atherton owner Michael Shakes and his team deliver “restaurant quality” steak to their customers as well as specialised gourmet lines and “Make Your Own” meal solutions. Their beef and pork is sourced locally from Morganberries Meatworks. Meanwhile, Mr Scott was praised for “setting the highest standards in all areas of running an IGA store”. Mr Scott’s leadership in Cooktown’s newly renovated store was highlighted, as well as his work with local charities and the community. The IGA Awards of Excellence recognise the dedicated efforts of the stores and their team in the local community, heralding the winning stores as the benchmark for other independent supermarkets across the IGA retail network.

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Poll backs centre By Michael Serenc MAREEBA residents have given a hearty endorsement to a proposed $21 million shopping centre for the town, despite concerns being raised by a local businessman. 88 per cent of respondents to a Facebook poll run by The Express last week were in favour of the shopping centre, which hinges on Mareeba Shire Council approving the purchase of a small 1100m2 parcel of state-owned land reserved for aged housing it has trusteeship over. If successful, local developer Reedlodge Pty Ltd will have enough land to press ahead with a formal development application to council. But local businessman Ben Murat fears the shopping centre, to be located across from Mareeba Plaza along Byrnes St, will have a negative

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impact on existing businesses in the town’s CBD. “I have mixed feelings, I am not against the development but the timing of the project is not what Mareeba needs at the moment,” he said. “There are too many empty shops in the main street. We need to make the town more inviting to potential businesses and the townspeople.” Mr Murat said the existing “high level of vacancy” along Byrnes St was a more pressing issue for Mareeba. “There is…more than enough floor space and landlords should look at lowering their expectations of what their properties are worth from a rental perspective,” he said. “I believe some of the rentals being paid are astronomical and they will only get higher with this development.” Mareeba Chamber of Com-

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gard to that land and how it will affect the railway, but not from the proprietors themselves,” he said. “There’s a strong desire from the community to have more information released about the proposal and how the process is going to be deliberated by council.” Interestingly, 75 per cent of respondents to the poll were women. “With how most families operate, I would imagine women do a lot more shopping than men but that may change over time,” Mr Moro said. “I think the poll reflects that they are the people going in and out of shops and a desire for more diversity within the local retail sector.”

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Census on paper and net TABLELANDS residents who don’t have access to the internet will not be left out of this year’s Census. Despite a push by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) for Australian residents to complete the Census online, the organisation is making a special exception for the region by either mailing out the questionnaire or having Census officers hand deliver it to local residents. Contained in the forms will also be a special 12-digit web login, if any resident chooses to complete it online. Census Queensland management unit assistant director Craig Brady said he appreciated there were a significant number of residents in rural areas who preferred to manually fill out the questionnaire. “We do recognise that in a lot of the country, paper will be people’s preferred method, or the most suitable method, depending upon their internet coverage,” he said. “It’s a once in five year chance where we really get to capture a snapshot of the nation and we really want to give everyone an opportunity to participate.” Residents can then return the Census

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Airport upgrade starts to take off THE first stage of Mareeba’s $18 million airport upgrade has begun. Mareeba Shire Council awarded three tenders for initial site works at last month’s council meeting, with the $176,622 widening and resurfacing of an internal sealed road for two-way traffic first cab off the rank. Cairns-based company Northern Civil Earthworks (NCE) was chosen for the upgrade, which will also include installation of road drainage, construction of asphalt-surfaced building accesses and additional car parking areas. In its tender submission to council, NCE claimed it could complete the roadworks within six weeks of being awarded the contract. A $986,727 upgrade of both Vicary and Ray roads will be carried out by LDI Constructions, another Cairns-based firm, with both roads bordering the airport. The works will involve widening and resurfacing Vicary Rd and the section of Ray Rd between Vicary Rd and JRM Braes Rd, including associated drainage works. “To cater for existing traffic and proposed development at the upgraded airport, it is necessary to upgrade these roads to a sealed formation width of 8.4 metres,” said Mareeba mayor Tom Gilmore. In their report, council officers noted Vicary Rd and the section of Ray Rd slated for upgrades are cur-

rently “in fair to poor condition and range in width from 3.5 metres to 5.5 metres”. Work on both roads is expected to be completed within the next 10 weeks. Finally, Cairns-based FGF Developments will install a new potable water booster pump station at the airport, with the site’s existing water supply pipelines to form part of the new water network. The $746,251 upgrade is expected to be completed within the next 11 weeks. Runway and taxi upgrade works are set to start after next year’s wet season, with work expected to be finished by the end of that year. A council spokesman said an additional layer of asphalt will be added to the existing gravel runway in order to take Dash 8 turboprop aircraft “on a regular basis”, while also being able to take the much heavier Fokker 100 jetliners if required. “We have consulted extensively with the current users, potential users and other experts. Everyone is in agreement with the plans,” the spokesman said. “Suggestions have been made for additional works, mainly regarding the construction of a full length parallel taxiway. This can’t be delivered within the current budget but will be included in the long term development planning for the airport.” The North Queensland Aero Club and GBR Helicopters both run flight schools out of Mareeba.

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Amendment Bill , with the Electoral Commission Queensland’s (ECQ’s) Redistribution Commission now considering how those seats will be distributed. Mr Knuth’s fellow KAP MP, Robbie Katter, would also be hit under the LNP plan, which recommends pushing Charters Towers into the seat of Mt Isa and taking in Collinsville, Glenden and Moranbah – all known Labor strongholds. By contrast, Labor is not proposing to abolish any seats and will look at redistribution options in the South-East Corner. But Mr Knuth said he agreed with Labor’s plan to move Mareeba into Dalrymple, while

the seat of Cook could take up the northern fringes of Barron River. “That’s all the LNP needed to do, they would be minor adjustments and no seat would have to be abolished,” he said. “It’s quite clear the LNP leaders don’t want us there because we’re doing the job they’re supposed to be doing; we make them work harder.” Mr Knuth said the LNP’s seat redistribution plan would further strain relations with the KAP. The KAP has the chance to comment on submissions to the ECQ until August 29, with a final decision on seat redistributions to be made next April.

u o y k n a h T After more than 20 years, I have sold my share of Priceline Pharmacy Mareeba and Mareeba Discount Drug Store.

It is now the end of an era for myself and the Wadley Family, with my father and grandfather having owned and operated pharmacies across the Tablelands since 1945. I would like to personally thank the people of Mareeba and surrounding areas for your loyal and continued support over the years. Mareeba will always hold a special place in my heart. I am proud to have been involved with and supported so many community events and organisations in my time and I will cherish the friendships made. It has truly been a very humbling experience to be part of such a great community, which I am going to miss. To my staff, old and new, thank you for your dedication and commitment and all that you have done over the years – I will never forget. I now plan to take some time off to concentrate on Queensland Variety and enjoy my passion of campervanning.

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Windfarm awaits tick of approval

Mt Emerald project manager Terry Johannesen said about 150 jobs would be created during the construction phase of the wind farm.

A TICK of approval from the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) will unleash the Tablelands’ next major development this year. RATCH Australia gave a detailed presentation of the power company’s planned $360 million Emerald Wind Farm at a Mareeba Chamber of Commerce luncheon last week, as it waits on crucial FIRB approval for its proposed takeover of the project. RATCH struck an agreement with Far North developer Port Bajool in late June to buy the remaining 50 per cent stake in the company. The power provider is 80 per cent owned by major Thai power generation company, Ratchaburi Electricity Generating Holding PCL. Pending approval by the FIRB and financing, construction of the wind farm could start by the end of this year with a goal to be fully operational by September 2018. The controversial project, which has approval from both the Queensland and Australian governments, is currently in its “pre-construction” phase, with wind technology provider Vestas and construction firm Downer Group selected as primary contractors. Ergon Energy agreed in May to buy all of the electricity generated by the wind farm through to

the end of 2030. Speaking at the luncheon, Mt Emerald project manager Terry Johannesen said about 150 jobs would be created during the construction phase of the wind farm, with 60 of those to be sourced within the Far North. Once built, the 180 MW wind farm will run 53 turbines, potentially generating enough electricity to power between 75,000 and 90,000 homes each year. 15 permanent staff will be employed once it is operational, with the wind turbines having a lifespan of about 25 years. RATCH Australia business development executive general manager Anthony Yeates said he expected FIRB approval shortly. Mr Yeates defended RATCH’s decision to not use majority local labour on the project, saying it required a diverse range of expertise during construction. “The construction phase of the project is really a whole series of short phases,” he said. “Depending on which phase of the project it is, the skills that are needed vary a lot.”

er percentage of local labour sourced to build the wind farm, the economic benefits for the Tablelands were undeniable. “We’d always like it to be higher…but 40 per cent local labour is better than nothing and our view is those jobs are going to be very important,” he said. “The other 60 per cent will be living within the area while they’re working on the project and other local businesses will be supplying them either directly and or indirectly.” Meanwhile, Port Bajool will now focus on developing the company’s planned Asia Pacific Energy Innovation Centre, which will be built on the wind farm’s 2400 ha site. Discussions have also begun to create world class mountain bike trails and walking tracks within the Mt Emerald site. Workers and suppliers interested in participating in the construction of the project can head to www.downergroup.com.au to register their interest.

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Farewell to popular volunteer A TIRELESS volunteer at Ravenshoe Visitor Centre (RVC) has called it quits. David Nelson has stepped down as chairman of the centre’s management committee after first joining it in 1999. RVC spokeswoman Jane Rodwell said Mr Nelson would be fondly remembered by staff. “David steered us through accreditation, organized our first EFTPOS machine, represented us on many regional levels, at conferences and with council, always with a professional approach,” she said.

“One of the aspects of David we enjoyed was his relentless pursuit of excellence. His purchases for our sales counter were always of top quality and where ever possible locally produced and centered.” Ms Rodwell said Mr Nelson helped to set up RVC’s website and is still involved with the Ravenshoe Chamber of Commerce. He will stay on at the centre as web master. A new chairman will be announced this week.

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Dr Janet Webster which she did without fuss and where it was needed. She provided anaesthetic services at the hospital before maternity leave and valuable support to the obstetric service. As well as arranging the medical education program REMEMBERED: Dr Janet Webster will be missed by all. that all doctors in Mareeba benefited from, she Words are not enough to describe the tragedy that managed the medical officer’s roster. has just unfolded in the Mareeba Hospital commuJanet also gathered the private general practitionnity, with the untimely passing of Dr Janet Webster. ers to provide after-hours Emergency Department Janet made an enormous contribution to Mareeba cover, or the hospital would have been closed after Hospital as a Medical Superintendent, Senior Medi- hours. In many ways her consistent, steady service cal Officer and mentor for all the doctors that came kept the Mareeba Hospital going and had a major role under her care. in the success the hospital has had in recent years. A She commenced at Mareeba Hospital 17 years ago quiet achiever, she was highly respected by all, inand along with Cheryl Harnischfeger, is one of our cluding support staff, administration, nursing staff longest serving medical officers. and medical officers. In 2006, when Patrick O’Neill was a locum, there Janet began working in general practice at Byrnes were just three medical officers and she persuaded St Medical Centre, which is now Amaroo Medical Patrick to take up the medical superintendent’s job. Centre, in 2011. Continuing to work one day a week Janet had come back early from maternity leave and at Mareeba Hospital, she provided a wonderful conwould carry baby Amy around with her on ward duit between both sectors. rounds or get the nurses to help look after her. Ryan She leaves behind, her husband Tony Virzi, an amwould be occupied in medical records! bulance officer and two children. Janet will be sadly Her work was consistently of a high standard, missed by her patients.

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Frank O’Neill has called it a day. After 44 years at Northern Auto Electrical in Mareeba, Frank retired last Friday and will now enjoy his retirement years with his wife and family. It all began back in 1972 when Mr Nick Van Wensveen, the owner of Northern Auto Electrical, employed Frank to work in the spare parts area, which then was in its first premises at Rankin Street (now Ads Injection). In later years, it moved to the premises next door, which is still run today by the Van Wensveen

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Golden oldies in Xmas bash AUSTRALIA’S grey nomad population have revelled in a four-day extravaganza as part of Mareeba’s annual Christmas in July celebration. Almost 300 campervans from across the nation converged on Davies Park last week to participate in the event, which has been going for the past 19 years. Out of those, nearly 100 grey nomads were solo drivers. Christmas in July organiser Milford “Milly” Virtue said this year had been a success, with hundreds flocking to the park on Sunday for the event’s open day featuring market stalls, raffles, live entertainment and a hot rod display. “People come from all over Australia to attend this rally,” he said. “The weather’s great, we’ve got good hospitality and the leagues club I think is a good draw too.” Starting last Thursday, celebrations reached a cre-

scendo on Saturday night for the Christmas in July dinner at Mareeba Leagues Club. Grey nomads got into the festive spirit, with the best decorated hat competition proving popular once again. “It’s good get-together, a lot of people don’t see each other for 12 months, so they gather here and catch up,” he said. “Travelling in a campervan is a different lifestyle entirely. “You’ve got no bad neighbours, you just move!” Mr Virtue said Mareeba had once again welcomed grey nomads with open arms, praising the community and council’s support for the event. “It’s been fantastic, we get a lot of prizes donated from businesses around town for our raffles,” he said. All proceeds from the open day’s gold coin donation entry fee went to Mareeba SES and the Mayor’s Christmas Appeal.

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Fast rising Australian star Margot Robbie plays a lead role in the DC Comics block buster SUICIDE SQUAD – coming to the Rising Sun this week. This mega movie also stars the likes of Ben Affleck and Will Smith in an action packed super hero cinema package of epic proportions. The excellent thriller CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE, starring Dwayne ‘the Rock’ Johnson and Kevin Hart also continues for another week. Also screening is STAR TREK BEYOND, the all action sci-fi adventure, with an all star cast that includes Chris Pine, Simon Pegg and Idris Elba. Both films have had excellent feedback in Mareeba, and are certainly be recommended. The Rising Sun Cinema is open seven days a week with all the latest movies.

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Their looming 20th anniversary high school reunion reconnects the grown up Calvin Joyner (Kevin Hart), now a mild-mannered accountant, with a much changed Bob Stone (Dwayne Johnson), who lures Calvin into the world of international espionage.

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School kids cook for community The Dimbulah State School Interactors (pictured) will be hosting the monthly Mutchilba Community Family dinner this Friday night, August 5, and they invite the everyone to come along. Held at the Mutchilba Community Centre, the dinner will be school kids final fundraising event before they head to Vietnam in September. The trip is all part of the school’s Interact Club endeavour to support the Christina Noble Children’s Foundation (CNCF). The group of 17 leave for Vietnam on September 17, for 13 days during the school holidays. During their time in Vietnam they will travel through Hanoi, Halong Bay, Mekong Delta and the Cu Chi Tunnels, plus a homestay visit to the Mekong region. They will also visit Saigon where they present the centre with $1000, on behalf of Rotary Interact

and the CNCF. Lastley they will attend the Long Tan 50th Anniversary Service at Vung Tau. The students chose the CNCF because it gave them a chance to experience Vietnam, but above all aiding and assisting underprivileged children and families and improving education and health. School teacher Jaime Smith also wanted to thank Tram McDouall, Coordinator at ‘Vietnam School Tours and Rosetta Musso from Travel Experience in Mareeba’, as without their help and professionalism the trip would not be possible. The Dinner starts at 6.30pm and is $10 per person, plus $3 for dessert. On the menu will be burgers, roasted vegetables, salad, plus apple slice and custard for dessert, with drinks also available for purchase.

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Dust off your suits and frocks, gather up your friends and join 65 Roses for a night of glamour and fun, all for a good cause. 65 ROSES are hosting a fund raising ‘Gala Night’ this Saturday, August 6, for Cystic Fibrosis. There will be a mega raffle draw and entertainment for all. For $25 you can enjoy a scrumptious buffet dinner and lo-

cal entertainment by St Stephens and St Thomas’s school band, local singers Jamie Malcolm, Antonio Cabassi, Jacinta Carusi, plus other locals artists to keep you entertained all night long. The glamour begins at 6pm at the Mareeba Leagues Club. Bookings are essential by phoning 4092 2922.

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The LAND Moro returns to water board BIBOOHRA farmer Joe Moro has been returned as chairman of the MareebaDimbulah water irrigation scheme board. Mr Moro, who is also president of the Mareeba Fruit and Vegetable District Growers Association, will spearhead a team comprised of local irrigators and independent directors for stage three of the State Government’s Local Management Arrangements Project after being involved in both stages one and two. “It’s something that’s taken a long time to come about. We conducted stage two of negotiations back in 2014,” Mr Moro said. “There’s a lot to be discussed with irrigators and we’re hoping to engage with them as the process begins.” The State Government has provided $8.9 million for the project, which runs across eight rural channel irrigation schemes in Queensland. “Local management is designed to use local knowledge and know how to reduce costs, increase productivity of the irrigation scheme, and add value to our agricultural sector,” Water Supply minister Mark Bailey said. “Locals from the Burdekin-Haughton,

CUT THROUGH: Environmental fees have been scrapped for small timber mills across Queensland, including one the Tablelands.

Mareeba and Lower Mary schemes are also carrying out further investigation and are preparing revised business proposals on how those schemes could operate under local management.” Mr Moro said he would support the Mareeba-Dimbulah scheme becoming locally managed, as opposed to being handled by a Brisbane-based water supply company. “I see a lot of advantages for irrigators in the long term, not only in keeping prices as low as possible but…the assets would be owned by irrigators rather than a Brisbane entity,” he said. Theodore, St George, Eton and Emerald irrigation schemes are currently in the process of transitioning to being locally managed. “There will be a further stage if the area decides to go down the road of local management,” Mr Moro said. “We’re still an interim board, so it depends on consultation with irrigators and the State Government where we go next.” A board of directors for Mareeba’s scheme will be appointed in the near future.

Fee relief for timber business A TABLELANDS timber business will avoid further crippling costs of environmental red tape after the State Government decided to scrap thousands of dollars in fees. Gadgarra Sawmill co-director Alan Hapgood said he was relieved to find out he would no longer have to pay more than $10,000 for a yearly Environmental Authority (EA) license and associated fees. “It’s amazing,” he said. “At the moment, we’re like most businesses in Queensland, we’re treading water trying to hold position.” Mr Hapgood said the small mill was able to have all fees wiped because they did not use the toxic chemicals chromium arsenic or creosote to treat timber, and treated less than 1500 cubic metres of timber a year. The move comes after heavy lobbying by Dalrymple MP Shane Knuth to State Environment minister Steven Miles. “This is a significant victory, and delivers a much-needed reprise for small timber mill opera-

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Mossman processed 8,919 tonnes of cane before rain set in on Monday morning and harvesting ceased for the remainder of the week. Plant availability while crushing was above target and the outlook was promising for another week of good throughput. Maintenance was carried out for the remainder of the week after processing of juice stocks and a chemical clean of the evaporators with a focus on maintenance that required plant shutdown. Crush statistiCs: • Mossman tonnes crushed for the week: 8,955 tonnes • CCS for week: 11.1 • Total cane crushed to date: 181,133 tonnes • CCS average to date: 10.6 • 2016 crop estimate: 850,000 tonnes

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tors,” Mr Knuth said. “It’s a fight we’ve put up for almost two years.” Mr Hapgood said the mill had struggled for a decade due to the Global Financial Crisis and the impact of both cyclones Larry and Yasi on available wood supplies. Gadgarra’s EA license fees also rose astronomically around 2006, going from an annual fee of $858 to more than $8000. “This legislation, prior to the change, was crippling small mills and it was just unwarranted,” Mr Hapgood said. “We were in a situation where we couldn’t sell timber without it being treated, so what could we do? “We were suffering death by government.” Mr Hapgood said the fee relief would allow the timber treatment industry to continue on the Tablelands. “Demand isn’t strong at the moment, but hopefully when the economy kicks in again and starts booming we’ll still be able to survive,” he said.

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Amaroo welcomes timeless elegance

OPEN HOME This Saturday

Amaroo welcomes the opening of 3 Karobean Drive – a stunning brand new home open for inspection at Amaroo. Timeless elegance, thoughtful planning, quality construction and exceptional location in Amaroo Estate make this brand new "Anthony Langtree" built home a must to inspect. Incorporated with all the style of a display home as well as all the practical elements of a outstanding livable home. Fully tiled throughout with stunning Lappato finish tiles, Fujitsu split-system air-conditioning to the living area, lounge and master bedroom Add the substantial closable lounge/media room and the impressive central kitchen with Hettich sliding drawer pantry, island bench and feature breakfast bar.

Four generous bedrooms with built-in robes, the master bedroom with his and hers ensuite, walk-in robe and direct access to the patio. Sizeable linen/storage cupboard., plus a laundry with built-in bench/storage cupboard, tinted windows, security screens, exposed aggregate driveway and cement pathways all round Quality fixtures, fittings and added design features incorporated throughout the home, solar hot water system and a generous patio easily accessed from the kitchen and living area Fully fenced and landscaped with attractive Zoyzia turf and automatic pop up irrigation located on an easy care 624m2 corner allotment with gated rear access and room

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for a shed. Located in sought after "Amaroo Estate” on the Cairns side of Mareeba, only five minutes to town centre and adjacent to Amaroo Medical Centre and future Amaroo Village Market Place. Striking contemporary features and flawless functionality blend together to present this superior family home – inspection is highly recommended. For further information or to arrange a private inspection please call exclusive agent Joe Torrisi, or visit this Saturday at Amaroo. Amaroo sales centre is also open from 10am to 3pm, Tuesday to Saturday.

Rarely does a property with such The study is quite spectacular in dequality attributes such as this one come sign with polished flooring and exposed on the market at such a realistic asking raked ceiling located on the second price, enjoying a whisper quiet cul-de- level capturing an abundance of natural sac address this family haven provides light and wonderful easterly breezes. a relaxed indoor/outdoor lifestyle with This very attractive balanced acreall the ease of a mostly single level lay- age also features a fully self-contained out home. teenagers retreat located well away The property benefits from approxi- from the main residence which also enmately 11.5 acres of all useable land, joys its own private vistas. private bushland surrounds with maniA truly stunning acreage retreat that cured lawns and garden oozing the am- is very well located and represents the bience of an exclusive country club all true essence of country living at anwithin a 20 minute commute of the CBD other level and is an absolutely must and school bus service at front gate. see for the families who need room to Impeccably appointed, this truly move. stunning home has many design highlights including the beautiful light filled For further information or to arrange living areas, exposed timber beams to a private inspection please call sole second living area, a gourmet kitchen marketing agent Andrew Rogato on that is sure to entice the chef at heart 0418 183 444. Open Home this Saturwhich spills out onto the private leafy day 10am to 11am. alfresco area/courtyard. All three bedrooms have builtAddress: 166 Orchid Close, BIBOOHRA ins and are well designed Price: $575,000 NEG taking full advantage of the Agent: EXCLUSIVE to Andrew Rogato natural light and breezes Rogato Real Estate with easy access to both Contact: 4092 5255 or 0418 183 444 bathrooms.

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PROPERTY

Cottage on the Cairns side OPEN HOME

THIS SATURDAY 10.00AM - 3.00PM 5 Karobean Drive, Amaroo Park • STYLISH NEW 4 BEDROOM + ENSUITE & WALK-IN ROBE • FULLY TILED + QUALITY FIXTURES, AIRCOND & EXTRAS • FENCED, LANDSCAPED & AUTOMATIC IRRIGATION

0417 700 468

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This lovely cottage style home is now offered for sale for the first time in decades. Well maintained and cared for, this home is located in a quiet, family friendly area on the Cairns side of Mareeba. Walking through this three bedroom, one bathroom home you will be welcomed by the homely atmosphere it has to offer. The lounge area is positioned at the front of the home with adjoining dining room and kitchen which flows on to the undercover outdoor patio. There is a convenient day room and carpet to the lounge and bedrooms for ultimate comfort. Features... three bedrooms, one bathroom, well maintained, carpet to lounge and bedrooms, a day room, undercover patio, 885m2 allotment, partially fenced and low maintenance lawn and gardens.

Outside offers a massive 12m x12m shed, great for storage or a handy workshop. All set on a 885m2 partially fenced allotment with low maintenance lawn and gardens. For more information or to arrange an inspection please contact the exclusive agent Vince Costas at Central Realty today. Phone 0419 926 691. Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

MAREEBA $235,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Vince Costas Central Realty Mareeba 0419 926 691

The ultimate in design, style and functionality

3 1 3 HALF ACRE PARADISE IN TOWN

 Only one near neighbour  Seasonal creek at your boundary!  Solid home with masses of living space  Internal and external walls  Renovated kitchen  Ducted air cooler  Solar hot water and 2kW solar power  Workshop or shed for storage or tinkering  Landscaped gardens, on 1931m2

16 Martin Avenue, Mareeba $305,000 NEG

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This stunning, brand new four bedroom home offers contemporary street appeal and a dynamic design encompassed in an elegant and functional family home. Positioned in Rayfield Estate on a substantial 1 acre allotment you'll benefit from the peaceful country surrounds whilst still being within easy reach of town centre. Boasting a generous floor plan, superior fixtures and fittings and lots of natural light throughout. Custom built by Ashley Jones Homes, this home offers outstanding value for money with quality features including: • Fully tiled and split system air-conditioned throughout • Generous floor plan with led lights and quality fixtures and fittings throughout • Four spacious bedrooms with built-ins • Master bedroom with his and hers ensuite and WIR • Stunning and substantial kitchen with stone bench tops, overhead cupboards to the ceiling, corner pantry and stainless steel Smeg appliances including dishwasher • Separate, closable media room • Office nook with in-built desk

• Main bathroom/ ensuite fully tiled to the ceiling • Laundry with bench and storage cupboards • Security screens / tinted windows throughout • Substantial rear patio directly off the kitchen/ living area • Exposed aggregate driveway and pathways all round • 4049m2 fully landscaped allotment with automatic irrigation • Only 10 minutes from Mareeba CBD Rayfield Estate boasts sealed bitumen roads with curbing and channeling, town water and a bore. This stunning home is a superior example of vision meeting execution – inspection is a must. For further information or to arrange a private inspection please call agent Joe Torrisi. Phone 0417 700 468. Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

Rayfield, MAREEBA $555,000 Joe Torrisi Joe Torrisi Real Estate 0417 700 468

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PROPERTY Red brick home with shed – $229,000

Chillagoe is ‘Cave and Marble Country’ at the end of the 'Wheelbarrow Way’

After 25 years, circumstances have changed forcing owners of this much loved red brick home to go on the market. This well cared-for property has had many extras added over the years, some the property features include three bedrooms, one bathroom, tiled living areas with security screened doors and windows and 20 panel solar system 5kva. There is a large outdoor entertainment area overlooking the back yard with established gardens and fruit trees. No rear neighbours with direct access to Granite Creek and on a 943m2 block which is fenced for privacy. The owners would dearly love to stay on, but for anyone wanting an affordable investment where there is nothing to do, otherwise for those starting out and wanting a first home, you will not

find better value for money. Priced at $229,000 negotiable. Contact exclusive agent John Goncalves at Ray White Mareeba for an inspection today. Phone 0407 690 961. Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

MAREEBA $229,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to John Goncalves Ray White Rural Mareeba 0407 690 961

• Houses for sale from only $110,000 • Vacant land 1012m2 house blocks from just $20,000 • FreeHold businesses You can wake to the sound of birds and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle in this popular outback town!

Call Margaret on 4094 7293 or 0499 521680

You Wont BuY Better!

A great floor plan, smooth lines and a modern contemporary colour scheme that flow effortlessly throughout not only make for comfortable living but will be the envy of many. The design elements we love include: • Imposing and striking street appeal • 4 good sized bedrooms, 2 modern bathrooms • Roomy open plan kitchen, dining and lounge • Beautiful kitchen with walk-in pantry and servery to back patio • Tiled and tinted windows with security screens throughout • Large entertainer’s back patio overlooking private backyard • 859m2 fully fenced, garden shed and double remote garage With neighbouring homes of a high standard, your future investment dollars are as safe as houses! Price: $365,000 NEG Contact: John Goncalves 0407 690 961

Set on six acres on the Cairns side night, could easily be converted into of Mareeba with over 300m of high- a council approved liveable dwelling. way exposure, this realistically priced Other improvements include a bore acreage property would suit those water set up with pressure pump and looking for high profile position that storage tank, a rainwater tank, power and septic. can offer great advertising benefits. Access to the property is via a secThere are currently two billboard ondary road with over 200m frontage, signs on the property that generate an ideal for a home business operator, annual income. someone looking to park large vehicles like a Truckee or just an astute Call John Goncalves at Ray White Mareeba to arrange inspection. investor. Otherwise for those who just want Phone 0407 690 961. affordable acreage, a 18m x 7m colourbond Address: MAREEBA shed (plus 12m x 3m Price: $275,000 NEG extension) with shower Agent: John Goncalves and toilet, currently used Ray White Rural Mareeba as a workshops/storage Contact: 0407 690 961 facility and occasionally a place to stay over-

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This sophisticated 476m2 opulent residence is positioned on a 4202m2 of lush, totally manicured grounds which offers a lifestyle for only the privileged few. • Executive design 5 bedroom family home • 3 bathrooms • Open plan living + bar • 2 large external entertaining areas • 4 bay red brick shed with 3 bays comprising of self contained living • Walking distance to the CBD We invite you to inspect this prestige family home to truly appreciate the many features on offer. Price: $629,000 NEG Contact: Exclusive Agent Ivona Carusi on 0409 579 197

New to the market and set in a quiet area of Mareeba this beautifully renovated cottage has warmth and style aplenty packed with original features showing off the character and charm of this lovely cottage. • High ceilings & tongue & groove walls • Polished timber floors • 2 bedrooms + office • New modern kitchen • Fully fenced 954m2 block • Large timber lockable shed + lean-to • 3 bay carport extra high • Low maintenance gardens and yard This much loved family home is a credit to the current owners for the way they have renovated and brought this home back to life. Price: $265,000 NEG Contact: Exclusive Agent Norma Moloney on 0417 541 126

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PROPERTY Half an acre in the heart of town

New to the market and situated on half an acre (2024m2) right in the heart of town, only a short stroll to schools and shops; this well maintained and quality built, three bedroom rendered masonry block home represents excellent value for money on today’s market. The opportunities are endless… live in the house and sell one block off or build another home and rent it. Features of the property include: • Well maintained and quality built “John Anziliero” home • Rendered masonry block externally with tiled roof • Three good-sized bedrooms with built-in wardrobes • Two-way bathroom with access from the main bedroom

• Practical kitchen and open plan living area • Large internal laundry, built-in linen cupboards • Fully tiled throughout, ceiling fans and security screens • Double remote control garage, garden shed • Front tiled porch and rear covered patio, cement path ways around the house • 2 allotments totalling 2024m2 with the house situated on one block • The original residence has been reclassified as a council approved shed for storage Opportunities like this do not come along very often, but when they do you must seize it.

For more information and a private inspection please contact Sophie Bozzo at Mareeba Property Office on 0428 128 154.

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DIMBULAH $295,000 Sophie Bozzo Mareeba Property Office 0428 128 154

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EXCLUSIVE THE ESSENCE OF STYLE • 4165m2 level allotment, town water • 3 bedrooms, media room, open plan • Galley style kitchen, butler’s pantry • Large, tiled entertainment area, built-in BBQ

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Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

MAREEBA FOR RENT $295.00 P/W Mareeba Real Estate Agencies 0428 121 520 / 0427 153 868

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Your Weekly Horoscopes QAA March 21 to Apr 20 Aries

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Don’t expect anything for nothing and you won’t be disappointed. You can make a difference if you offer your help at functions that involve children. Be careful not to overexert yourself.

Taurus

ak e r b a e k a T and relax!

Wednesday 3rd

Thursday 4th

Friday 5th

Saturday 6th

Tide Times 0324 0.85 0921 2.31 1524 0.40 2204 2.99

Tide Times 0400 0.91 0957 2.24 1601 0.56 2235 2.83

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Tide Times 0554 1.25 1150 1.84 1745 1.29

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Max 27o Min 17o

sudoku Enter digits from 1 to 9 into the blank spaces. Every row must contain one of each digit. So must every column, as must every 3x3 square.

Ingredients 1 cup olive oil 3 Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced 4-5 green onions, sliced thinly 250g feta cheese, crumbled 2-3 teaspoons Greek seasoning fresh baguette, sliced thinly (optional) balsamic vinegar

April 21 to May 21

Method 1. On a large platter drizzle olive oil until you have a thin layer on the entire platter. You may use more or less here depending on your preference. 2. Add the tomatoes, green onions, and feta on top of the olive oil. Sprinkle with the Greek seasoning to taste. 3. With a spoon carefully combine the ingredients. We found that we like a little drizzle of balsamic vinegar on top. If desired, drizzle a little balsamic on top. 4. Serve with warm sliced baguettes for scooping up the dip.

Gemini

May 22 to June 21 Try not to at tempt to do something unless you are fully intent on following through with the plans. Don’t overspend. Travel if it’s needed to start the ball rolling. Lay your cards on the table regarding your personal direction. June 22 to July 22

Cancer

Get out and, about. You will be on the rampage this month. Don’t second guess yourself, just go to it. Your position may be in question if you haven’t been pulling your weight.

C R O S S

WORD SEARCH

July 23 to Aug 22

Don’t turn down offers that include sports activities or children. Get domestic chores out of the way early. Ask for favors but don’t take them for granted.

Virgo

Aug 23 - Sept 23 Try not to be so demonstrative. Refuse to let others make unrealistic demands of you. You may have a hard time relating to children this month. Your diplomacy will be of utmost importance this month. Sept 24 to Oct 23 Libra It’s time to reevaluate your motives. Communication will be your strong point and you should be able to persuade others to see things your way. You will have a childlike approach this month, big hearted and full of spunk.

WORD

Oct 24 to Nov 22

Australia

Greece

Panama

Thailand

You’ll feel much better when your slate is clean again. You may be tired of working for someone else. You could easily lose your temper at work. Don’t push your opinions or ideas on others.

Bahamas

Haiti

Peru

Turkey

Chile

Italy

Qatar

Zambia

Denmark

Jamaica

Russia

Egypt

Laos

Samoa

Finland

Malta

Spain

France

Nepal

Sweden

Scorpio

Sagittarius

Nov 23 to Dec 21

You are best to deal with those outside your family. You may win favors if you present your ideas and include your family. Use discretion in your dealings and refrain from making verbal promises of any kind.

Capricorn

Puzzle solutions

Dec 22 to Jan 20

Direct your energy wisely. Your partner may blame you for everything. Offer good conversation and a nice soothing lunch. Avoid overloading your plate.

Aquarius

Jan 21 to Feb 19

New emotional connections can be made through business contacts. You’ll feel much better when your slate is clean again. Don’t be too quick to react. You’ll find love and you’ll get into tiptop shape at the same time.

Pisces

Max 24o Min 16o

Feta Dip

You can make gains if you look at long-term investments. You may want to get involved in financial investments presented to you. You may need to lend an ear to an old friend.

Leo

Sunday 7th

Max 27o Min 15o

ACROSS 7. A puzzle in which players insert the numbers one to nine into a grid consisting of nine squares subdivided into a further nine smaller squares. 8. A round solid figure, or its surface, with every point on its surface equidistant from its centre. 9. Short for delicatessen. 10. The area adjoining a swimming pool. 11. Strong public condemnation. 13. A commotion or fuss. 15. A thin, semi-transparent fabric of cotton, wool, or silk. 16. A small covered opening in a paved area allowing access beneath. 18. A young person who is outstandingly skilful or successful at something. 19. 500 (formerly 480) sheets of paper. 21. A cylindrical container bulging

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DOWN 1. A lubricant. 2. A device used for observing, checking, or keeping a continuous record of something. 3. The chemical element of atomic number 16, a yellow combustible non-metal. 4. A man’s broad silk necktie. 5. The treatment of disease, injury, or deformity by physical methods. 6. A liquid found within the Earth comprised of hydrocarbons; commonly known as petroleum. 12. A fool. 14. The quality of being open and honest; frankness. 17. The ability to do something well; expertise. 20. An imaginary line about which a body rotates.

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Feb 20 to March 20

Your dramatic nature may be too much to handle. Disharmony in your relationship may cause minor ailments. Offers of joint ventures are likely. Travel opportunities must be taken advantage of.

out in the middle. 22. (of a debt) not yet discharged by payment.

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INDEX

business A

DIRECTORY Electrical Embroidery Entertainment

Graphic Design

Motor Mechanic

Roofing & Sheds

Handyman Irrigation I.T

Pest Management Photography Plumbing Pool Maintenance

Security Skip Bins Storage

Childcare Cleaning Curtains & Blinds

Blinds Bulldozer Hire

Driving School

Floor Coverings Fuel

Air Conditioning

Earthmoving

AIR CONDITIONING

H I

CHILDCARE

DRIVING SCHOOL

Timber Travel Tree Lopping

Venue Hire

ELECTRICAL

Authorised Fujitsu Service Agent

Daniel Battistin

Residential • Commercial • Phones/Data Repairs/Maintenance • Airconditioners

Shop 4, 276 Byrnes St, Mareeba • PO Box 1034 Mareeba 4880

P: 4092 3019

M: 0409 648 403 • F: 4092 1629

info@mareebakidscampus.com.au www.mareebakidscampus.com.au

ABN 80 179 825 363 • QBSA 59712 • ARC License AU24014

3 Locations in Mareeba: Constance, Dunlop & Hastie Streets

www.donhall.com.au

Mobile 0448 856 187 email: dobattistin@msn.com

25 Yarrabee Close, Mareeba Qld. 4880

Licence No: 71735 - ACA: F0514381 - LO: 56130

Early Learning • Kindergarten • Outside School & Vacation Care

R & C AIRCONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION

CLEANING

EARTHMOVING

• Airconditioning Installations • Cold Rooms • Fridge Seals • Gasing • Servicing & Maintenance • Authorised Artic Licence

Call Ross Malfitana Mobile: 0429 898 657

ABN: 61 788 170 092 LIC. NO: L012565 ArtIC LIC: AU21630 QBSA: 1220582

Do it right the first time! CARPET CLEANING & PEST CONTROL - TABLELANDS Michael & Rheannon Nott - www.1james.com.au Phone: 1800 152 637 - Mobile (R): 0476 243 853

AVIATION • Domestic & Commercial Carpets • Lounge Suites - Fabric Covers • Internal House Cleaning • Specialising in Bond Cleaning

• DOZERS D7R & D7G • SCRAPER • WATER TRUCKS • BODY TRUCK • MINING • FARM CLEARING • ROAD WORKS

TOM SMITH P: 0407 161 783 F: 4092 7851 E: stj.enterprises@bigpond.com.au Contact: Dale Ikin dale@tmcnq.com.au M: 0438 170 388 SERVICING NORTH QLD

Covering all areas! 43 robert street, atherton (Opposite the Swimming Pool)

your local business guide BLINDS

Custom Made

CURTAINS & BLINDS

BLINDS

159 Walsh St, Mareeba P: 4092 5466 M: 0419 736 229

Plus we sell...

Supply & Fit

TO IN

Blinds and Curtains

Desiree Siemon

31 Kennedy Hwy, Tolga intoblindstolga@gmail.com ABN: 60 907 697 564

ELECTRICAL

P 4095 5669 F 4095 5797 M 0408 887 701

BULLDOZER HIRE

Tracks > Rods Competitive Curtains & Furnishings >Phone: & Accessories 0429 869 023 BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

Phone: 0429 869 023

For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619

SPECIALISING IN THE INSTALLATION OF: • CORK TILES • VINYLS • VINYL TILES • PARQUETRY • FLOOR SANDING • CARPET GOLD AllAn & DAni: MOBilE 0409 007 247 CARD P: 4091 3936 23 Louise St, Atherton Q.4883 707796

Carpet • Vinyl • CeramiCs Floating Floors • Blinds

Mareeba 4092 2800 Atherton 4091 3300

Trust the FLOOR Covering Man!

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

96 James Street,Curtains Mareeba Competitive & Furnishings

FLOOR COVERINGS

FLOORS

Tracks > Rods > Accessories

Vertical & Venetian Blinds Panel Glides > Timber Blinds

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EARTHMOVING CIVIL PLANT HIRE DAMS ROADS TRUCK HIRE DRAINAGE BITUMEN/ASPHALT FLOAT HIRE FARM ROADS CAR PARKS EXCAVATOR HIRE BUILDING PADS LASER LEVELLING MACHINERY HIRE

FREE FREE Measure Measure and and Quote Quote Plus we sell...

Trust the BLIND specialists!

MAREEBA FLOOR COVERING CENTRE

CURTAINS & BLINDS

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Laser Electrical Mareeba Phone: (07) 4092 4146 99 Vaughan Street, Mareeba mareeba@laserelectrical.com.au www.mareeba.laserelectrical.com.au LIC. 55472 | ARC. AU31673

96 James Street, Mareeba

Carpet & Vinyl > Carpet & Vinyl Tiles > Floating Floors

MAREEBA FLOOR COVERING CENTRE 159 Walsh St, Mareeba P: 4092 5466 M: 0419 736 229

Supply & Lay FREE Measure & Quote

FUEL

For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619

receive 4¢ per litre discount by presenting this ad

ENTERTAINMENT

MAREEBA LEAGUES CLUB

PHONE 4092 2922

• BISTRO • BAR • TAB • POKIES • KENO • FUNCTIONS OPEN 7 Days FOr LuNcH aND DiNNEr

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Service StationS open to the public

24 hour Fuel Service to approved customers (Mareeba only)

PH: 0417 843 015 or 4092 7536 Lic No: 51413 RH Lic No: L038890

CEC No: A5891084 ACMA Reg No: F0510843

7 BOWER ST, MAREEBA INDUSTRIAL PARK P: 4092 2472 • F: 4092 2668 18 MOFFAT ST, RAvENShOE • P: 4097 6888 For Bulk Fuel & Oil Contact Head Office at Miallo 4098 8222 www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

business GRAPHIC DESIGN

Creating high quality artwork with a difference for your business!

HIC D ES

• Business Cards • Logo Design • Brochures • Posters • Flyers

Phone: 0458 965 784 or 4096 5784 Email: aemgraphicdesign1@bigpond.com

IRRIGATION

DIRECTORY MOTOR MECHANIC

ROOFING & SHEDS

5 Willow Road, Tolga PO Box 385, Tolga Q.4882 en it be nice! PHONE: (07) 4095 4770 Wood FAX: (07) 4095 4758 - Timber Hotline 1800 658 377

• Mechanical Repairs for Cars & Light Commercials • Roadworthy Certificates • EFi Diagnostics • Carbon Clean for Diesels & EFi Vehicles 45 Chewko Road, PO Box 131, Mareeba Phone / Fax: 4092 3563

• Total Hose Fitting Service

IrrIgatIon DesIgn & supply

• Pumps Sales & Repairs • Filtration • Water Tanks & Troughs • Water Treatment • Pool Treatments • Solar Pumping Systems • Reinke Centre Pivot & Lateral Move Irrigators 50 Byrnes Street, Mareeba Phone 4092 7788

I.T

FREGONA TECHNOLOGIES

• Hydraulic Components • Cylinder Repairs • Mobile Service

TRAVEL

PHONE: 0488 045 031 6 Reynolds Street, Mareeba

• Patrols • Cash in Transit • Alarm Response & Installation • Alarm Monitoring • CCTV Installation & Service

For all security needs call...

Dru ThursTon 0408 913 063

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SELF REMOVAL & STORAGE

PEST MANAGEMENT

Self Removal & Storage Your One Stop Shop for Packaging Materials, Vehicle Hire and Storage Solutions

4092 4617 • fregonatech@gmail.com

now open at 2B Middlemiss St, Mareeba

BIGGA SKIPS

PHOTOGRAPHY

ADVERTISING HAS NEVER BEEN MORE AFFORDABLE!

YOU CAN AFFORD TO ADVERTISE IN THE EXPRESS DIRECTORY

WITH PRICES STARTING AT JUST $30 PER WEEK... Call Natasha TODAY to find out more!

Peter Roy Photographer

Weddings Birthdays Sport Portraits Real Estate Special Events

A: 2 9 Iluka Street, Mareeba P: 4092 2475 M: 0417 746 140

TREE LOPPING

For

$37 per week

• Treelopping • Bobcat Hire • Wood Chipping • Free Quotes • Stump Grinding • Fully Insured PENSIONER DISCOUNTS

Call Jon Lambert

P: 4091 5008 M: 0407 575 916

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POOL MAINTENANCE

POOL MAINTENANCE & POOL SHOP 71 BYRNES STREET, MAREEBA

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ACROSS THE TABLELANDS SIZES UP TO 8 METRES PHONE 4095 5182 / 0418 989 155

Phone The Express today 4092 3464

“WE OFFER A COMPLETE ON SITE POOL SERVICE”

DIRECTORY

MAREEBA 4092 4222 ATHERTON 4091 3411 www.travelexperience.com.au

TABLELANDS TREELOPPING

SKIP BINS

PLUMBING

your local business guide

Without a travel agent you’re on your own!

www.selfremovalstorage.com.au

• CONSULTANCY • DESIGN • INSTALLATION • REPAIRS • MAINTENANCE • UPGRADES

Silvano fregona

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SECURITY

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TELECOMMUNICATIONS ELECTRONICS

TIMBER

ALL POOL SUPPLIES INCLUDING FREE WATER TESTING AND EXPERT ADVICE

P: 4092 1443 or 0413 013 297

LICENSED POOL SAFET Y INSPECTOR

Certain work defined as “building work” in the QBCC legislation may only be undertaken by licensed contractors, or if undertaken by unlicensed contractors, only to the value of $3,300. However, work falling outside that definition may be performed by unlicensed contractors and is not subject to any value limit. To check whether a contractor holds a QBCC licence visit: www.qbcc.qld.gov.au or call the QBCC on 1300 272 272.

For $30 per week this spot could be yours!

Phone the Express today 4092 3464

VENUE HIRE HAVING A PARTY OR FUNCTION? We have the perfect venue!

MAREEBA TURF CLUB Spacious open venue, beautiful gardens and all facilities – the perfect setting for all occasions! Race Day Parties, Weddings, Birthdays, Engagements, Business Functions, Christenings, Christmas Parties & more!

Bookings & Info Phone 0427 114 217

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CLASSIfieds phone us: 4092 3464

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Birthday

Return Thanks

For Sale

Public Notice

The family of the late

Office equipment fOr Sale

65 ROSES FOR CYSTIC FIBROSIS FUNDRAISER

Happy 1st Birthday To our beautiful granddaughter

Amia Mete 7th August 2016

Love Nonno and Nonna Mete and Aunty Tricia. XXX

Happy Birthday to our darling

GIOVANNA FOLINO-GALLO

Would like to thank all who attended Mum’s funeral, visited, sent flowers and cards and made phone calls. Heartfelt thanks to Herberton Hospital staff for caring for Giovanna. Special thanks to Guilfoyle’s Funeral Services and Fr. Moses and Millie for a beautiful funeral service. Please accept this as our personal thanks. Josie Raso, Rosie Mazzio, Doreen Salerno and Lena Plowman & Families.

Sharp Printer And Copier, mono, A4 / A3 trays, networkable, dehumidifier storage unit, new toner, great condition $750 NEG Sharp Networking Fax Machine, in great condition ................................... $100 NEG

phOne 0408 924 312

Church Notices

Love from Nonny and Poppy.

2.5 litre auto, 32,500 kilometres. O.N.O.

Phone 0497 227 977

Position Vacant

Phone 4092 6888 9 Park Ave, Mareeba (Former Living Waters)

WORSHIP SERVICE: Sunday 10am & 6pm

You are very welcome to join us to experience God’s unconditional love. ENCOURAGING THOUGHT: Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is a gift of God, which is why we call it the present.

Happy 1st Birthday to our precious little Amia! 07/08/16 Lots of love, Mummy, Daddy, Sienna & Theo. XO

Wedding Cheryl Tonkin Celebrant. Phone 0407 670 954 or Email NQCeremonies@ gmail.com

Presbyterians continue to meet in Mareeba for worship each Sunday 10am, QCWA Hall, Wilkes Street (behind Meals on Wheels) ~ All Welcome!

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What’s Coming Up!

Local Events Calendar AUGUST

6th 65 Roses for Cystic Fibrosis Fundraiser Gala Night. Mareeba Leagues Club at 6pm. Bookings essential - 4092 2922.

WEEKLY, FORTNIGHTLY & MONTHLY EVENTS  Q.C.W.A Mareeba hosts Bingo every Thursday from 9am at the Q.C.W.A Hall, Wilkes Street Mareeba.  Q.C.W.A Mareeba self help craft and social morning every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. 9am at the Q.C.W.A Hall, Wilkes Street Mareeba. All members and non members welcome.  PCYC Seniors Social Club meets for morning tea, outings, trivia and games every Tuesday from 9.30am at the PCYC Hall 136 Walsh St Mareeba (next to Vinnies). New members always welcome.  Al-Anon Family Groups - Help for family and friends of Alcoholics meets in Atherton & Yungaburra. Ph 1300 252 666.  St George’s Church Indoor Bowls every Tuesday 1pm at St George’s Hall at Like The 53 Constance Street, Mareeba. express onevery Tuesday, 6pm - 8pm  Mareeba RSL Club Soup Kitchen meals available facebook entry via back gate. Everyone welcome. Gold coin donation appreciated. Got an event coming up? Email The Express today! admin@ theexpressnewspaper.com.au

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Leather Corner Lounge suite.

New Condition – only 1 year old. Black 7 seater with electric reclining chaise and inbuilt recliner. $2,500 neg. P: 0401 344 899. Advertising works. Phone Natasha Burton on 4092 3464 by 4pm every Friday to place your advert. The Express, 186 Byrnes St, Mareeba.

Walkers Wanted

For letter box deliveries Phone Millie 0429 933 884 Deliver small local phone books

Proposed Development Have your say! From: RuRal/RestauRant To: RuRal/RestauRant/OutdOOR spORt & RecReatiOn (4Wd & aVt tOuRs) At: 2735 Kennedy HigHWay On: 1-5 On sp155968 By: s VeiVeRs & B FeRgusOn Approval Sought: deVelOpment peRmit Application No: da/16/0045

Comment Period: Wednesday 3rd August 2016 to 24th August 2016

Written Comments To: the assessment manager mareeba shire council 65 Rankin street, mareeba Q. 4880 info@msc.qld.gov.au phone 1300 308 461 www.msc.qld.gov.au copies of the full application can be viewed or obtained from the assessment manager at the mareeba shire council. Public notification requirement per Queensland Government - Sustainable Planning Act 2009, Form 5, Version 2.0

S.S.A.A.

A.G.M.

11th August @ 7pm mareeba pistol Club Roiko Road, mareeba

• $25 BUFFET • LOCAL ENTERTAINMENT

MAREEBA LEAGUES CLUB 6:00PM SATURDAY 6TH OF AUGUST BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL 4092 2922 Raising money for Cystic Fibrosis 4 Families & 65 Roses for CF.

P & M Carriers  Taxi Trucks - Tail-Lifters  Express Couriers  Freight Distribution  Warehouse Storage

CAIRNS • MOSSMAN • TABLELANDS DAILY

YARRABAH SERVICE TWICE WEEKLY Email: admin@pmcarriers.com 247 Hartley Street, Portsmith CASH OR ACCOUNT CUSTOMERS WELCOME

4035 2034

MRT

MALIN REFRIGERATED TRANSPORT

CARRIERS OF REFRIGERATED AND DRY FREIGHT TO NORTH QUEENSLAND MAREEBA DEPOT: WALLY AMORY PHONE 0421 839 353 ABN 87 010 461 257

Own vehicle required, all Tablelands areas, immediate start. PH: 0418 994 956 or 0419 009 517

Public Notice

Mareeba branch Inc.

GALA NIGHT MEGA RAFFLE DRAW!

Transport

RAV 4 GXL $28,500

AmiA

fax us: 4092 6346

POTTERY CLASSES

Learn to wheel throw with Ken Ison. Class starts 15/8/16.

PH: 0408 436 736 for details

PHONE: 4045 1767

Expression of Interest QUALIFIED GREENKEEPER

Mareeba Golf Club is asking for expressions of interest from an experienced Greenkeeper (qualiﬁcations essential). For all enquiries contact the Club’s President via email: cerec@bigpond.net.au Applications can be emailed to: manager@mareebagolfclub.com.au Or posted to: MGC, Greenkeeper Position PO Box 248 Mareeba Qld 4880 Expressions of interest close: 11th August, 2016.

For Rent MINI STORAGE SHEDS FOR RENT! Located in Centre of Mareeba GREAT RATES! Sizes: 3x2, 3x3, 5x3, 6x3 & 8x3m

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Community Service Club Updates Mareeba Lioness Club We are getting closer to our annual Pink Ribbon Garden Party which will be held on Saturday, August 13 at Mareeba Racecourse. Tickets are only $20 and are available at Rockmans in Byrnes Street. This includes afternoon tea, stalls, and some new and exciting entertainment. We would love to see as many as possible in pink and please wear a pink hat or apparel. Our aim is provide a truly community event and at the same time raise money for Cancer Research and we look forward to meeting all the wonderfully generous people of the Tablelands. We assisted the Lions Club with their stall at the Christmas in July cel-

ebrations at Davies Park on the weekend and it was well received and we thank all who supported us. There were hundreds of grey nomads and it was a great spectacle for our town. We look forward to seeing everyone back here next year and wish them well in their travels. If you are a pensioner, then you have an open invitation to attend our monthly Pensioners Morning Tea and Bingo on the second Tuesday of each month at the CWA Hall in Wilkes Street - next to Meals on Wheels. This is an ideal social event to have some fun with others and catch up with old friends. The morning tea starts at 9am there is free admission and everyone is welcome. If you require any information on Lionesses and our activities, or you wish to join our club, please do not hesitate to call Lioness Lyn Simpson on 4092 3953.

MAREEBA LIONS CLUB Lions around the world are united by a great spirit of giving and dedication to helping others. Mareeba Lions and Lioness have hit the ground running since changeover at the end of June. The Clubs have been involved with the Big Mareeba Rodeo, and the very popular Christmas in July. Once again the clubs turned out in force to provide an endless supply of banana fritters and chicken kebabs for the motor home fraternity. These two lines (plus fresh home grown fruit) have become a staple at the July celebrations. This year Mareeba was very ably supported by Lions Peter and Trisha Jackson, and Steve and Louise Filer who are members of the Australian Motorhoming Lions Club. The Lioness are holding the Annual Pink Ribbon Garden Party on Saturday August 13 and the com-

atherton meals on wheels – half yearly report ATHERTON and District Meals on Wheels would like to report that the organisation has provided 6,500 meals over the past six months, to those needing this important service in our district. The provision of this service requires long hours of organisation and preparation of meals by the coordinator, support staff and volunteer workers, Meals are prepared and delivered Monday, Wednesday and Friday, with clients able to order a maximum of seven meals per week. A most important aspect of our service is the delivery of meals to clients in the different regions, as well as the Atherton township. The kitchen staff commence the preparation of food at 4.30am and this culminates with the delivery of meals at 10am. Currently we find ourselves in the difficult position of having to regularly also use the kitchen staff to so deliveries. How we would appreciate it if we

bined clubs are collaborating in hosting the MSF Sugar Limited Mareeba Lions Family Fun Metrogaine August 28. This event was unfortunately postponed due to wet weather back in June. The event promises to be most enjoyable for all who attend. All money raised will be donated to the Australian Lions Childhood Cancer Research Foundation, a truly worthwhile cause. Although membership of Lions is by invitation you are invited to enquire about joining this great international humanitarian organisation. It is not hard to become a Lion. Fellowship, Good times, Meeting people, Building lasting friendships, Service to the community, Learning new skills, Leadership and personal development - these are some of the reasons we are the Lions. Lions meet in Mareeba at the Mareeba RSL at 6.30 pm on the first and third Wednesday of the month. Check us out at mareeba.qld.lions.org.au

could have the support of many more volunteers to help with deliveries. Volunteering only requires a few hours either weekly, fortnightly or monthly and other suitable times. It is rewarding to bring nutritious food and friendship to those in need. Our organisation continues to be kindly supported in many ways by service clubs, community organisations and individuals, for which we are very grateful. This year we conducted our first ever Art Union, with a major sponsor being Mobil Tolga Fuel Stop and also providing sponsorship was Atherton Gas and Camping. The Art Union was well received and we thank everyone who participated by purchasing tickets. Queensland Meals on Wheels has recently requested that we re-establish a Meals on Wheels service to the Herberton community. We will therefore be holding a public information day on Thursday, August 4 (tomorrow), at the CWA Hall in Herberton at 10am. All interested persons are invited to attend as feedback from this meeting will enable us to ascertain if this service can once again be established for the Herberton community.

Lions Tom, Mal, Terry and David assisted by Carol-Ann producing banana fritters at Christmas in July.

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THE Mareeba Bulls will press ahead with new lights at Borzi Park and a lawn mower after receiving a $35,000 grant from council. $27,000 of the grant is part of an interest free loan to help with the total costs of the lights and to help with the cost of buying the new mower. The total estimated cost of construction for the lights on field two is $45,000. It is hoped they can be erected in time for the last two rounds of the regular season to allow junior games to be played under lights at home. “The club is excited about the future, every year we always look to improve on the facilities we have, the lights have been a dream for a long time and this will now allow us to play more night games, bring junior games to Mareeba and play them in-conjunction with senior games at the same time,” said Mareeba Bulls tech-

nical director Alex Srhoj. “We can also increase the number of fields available for the off-season, six-a-side comp. It opens up more opportunities for the club.” It is the first time in 15 years that the club will be able to purchase a new lawnmower. “The club maintains the entire complex 100 per cent with volunteers, we mow the entire complex, so it’s a big job,” Srhoj said. “The club is thankful of the council’s support and being able to offer the loan upfront so we can get things moving now.” Construction of the new lights is expected to start within the next two weeks, with the first junior games to be played on August 20.

RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS ARCHERY Six visitors to the Tableland Company of Archers Val Marnane, Chris Bailey, Cassie Brown, Selfwen Titasey, Alec Lamond and Arron Dati attended the coaching session with George Neilson along with members Moht Moht Swe and Kristina Summers who shot practice. One member shot an Oz Bow Round, while one visitor and six members of the Tableland Company of Archers shot a club round. Results FITA 60/900: (30 arrows each at 60, 50 and 40m on a 122cm face). Cadet Boys Compound: B McDowell 769. Intermediate Boys Compound: Y Perry 709 (first 60m round shot). Cub Boys Compound: D Taylor 761 (first 60m round shot). Results Short Canberra Round: (30 arrows each at 50, 40 and 30m on a 122cm). Intermediate Boys Compound: M Christensen 651, V Marnane 586 (visitor). Cub Boys Recurve: N Prince 625 (first 50m round shot). U20 Women’s Recurve: J Perry 576 ((first 50m round shot). Results Oz Bow Sunshine Round: (72 arrows each at 18m on a 122cm face). U8 Boys Compound: A Hodgetts 563. Mareeba & Memorial Bowls Club Tuesday 26/7/16: Winners: Kris & Allison. Touchers: Kris Simpson, Sue Soda, Annette Allen. Wednes-

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day: Winners: Sandy Rowstron, Max Finn, Carmel DeZen R/U Roly Hill, Joan Ciobo, Noela Burrows. Thank you to the July birthdays of Norma, Joan, John, Peter, Grace & Rose for sponsoring this day. Thursday: Carmel & Aldo DeZen R/U Syd Gordois, Barry Lynne. Congratulations to Ethel & Rose on winning the Jackpot. Sunday: Pauline Brown, Brian Fitzpatrick R/U Lawrie Frankish, Gino Scarpin, Carmel DeZen. Competition: Club mixed pairs championship: T. Gray, L. Cummings def. L. Frankish, R. Parry. C. & A. DeZen def. P. & R. Brown, P.&E. Stevens def. J. & B. Ciobo. A reminder to remaining players to play A.S.A.P. RAVENSHOE/MT GARNET RIFLE CLUB July 31: Shoot in Ravenshoe today was at 600yds, with pleasant but overcast weather and the usual Ravenshoe switching winds. S. Durham (Mareeba) score of 120.7 combined 10 shots in the first round and 15 shots in the second. Double 10 shots competition for the F Class shooters: F Standard – M. Wood 117.11; F/TR – C. Allman 117.10, B. Gianasi 117.8, J. Anderson 112.4. Atherton Rifle Club

Sunday, July 31 at Atherton was an overcast day with light rain at times for 800 yard shoot. Results were: Target Rifle: Gary Moss 101.8. Field Rifle: Lucas White 102. F Open: Rod Ranclaud 114.3 counted out Barry Ellis 114.3. F Standard: Travis Kohn 125.13, Richard Butt 121.6, Anthony Harris 120.8, Peter White 118.6, Gordon Robertson 116.6, Bill Carrick 116.2. F.T.R: Peter Burg 120.6. Atherton Golf Wednesday Sporters played a 2 ball aggregate Stableford with 3 teams finishing on 51 pts,winners on countback Trevor Lawrence and Grant Scott,ru-up Simon Hosking and Tim Staudinger, 3rd Simon Hosking and Glen Lee. NTPs 3Swifty Finlen,2nd shot 7 Simon Hosking,2nd shot 9 Tim Staudinger. Thursday Ladies played Stableford sponsored by J.Flynn. winner Lyn Morrison 35 pts on c/b from Ann Moss.NTPs 11 Lyn,13 Heather Beaven,18 Claire Costa. Saturday Juniors played a 2 ball Ambrose won by Kane Boland and Matty Graves,ru-up Emily and Andrew .Least putts Kane and Matty.putts for Dough Matty. Members played the Harold Nasser Memorial Shield Stroke. Ladies winner Heather Beaven 74 nett on c/b from Gaylene Steventon. NTPs 3 Dawn Faulkner,11

Heather Beaven,13 Jan Flynn,18 Sandra Watson. Least putts Kerry Williamson 30. Mens winner on 66 nett was Ken McClarty,ru-up new member Dale Long 68 nett on c/b from Craig MacDonald.NTPs 3Ken McClarty,11 Gary Tudehope (eagles nest )13 Mark Broadley,18 Mitch Toward. Sundays Yungaburra Butchery Stableford winner Dale Long 44 pts from Peter Steventon and Mitch Toward 42 pts. NTPs 3 &18 Kenleigh Mather, 11 R.Dale,13 Jeff Stotter. Yungaburra Bowls Club RESULTS: Tuesday, 26th July - Barefoot Night Bowls - Winners: Robert Bowden, Kay Andersen and Val Prien. Wednesday, 27th July - Mixed Social - Winners: Margaret Pointon, Arthur Zanatta and Rob Byrnes (visitor from Woodgate (Bunderburg)). Runner’s Up: May Hubbard, Barry Lord, Gary Eagleton and Dan Simpson. Friday, 29th July - Jackpot Pairs - Winners: Jack Lanham and Globe. Runner’s Up: Jill and Ray Naylor (visitors from SanRemo, Victoria). No jackpot winners. Saturday, 30th July - Saturday Triples - Winners: Wally Coutts, May Hubbard and Richie Cahill. Runner’s Up: Kay Andersen, Bob Pritchard and Joe Richards.

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EXPRESS sPORT Jockey celebration day to kick off racing season Roosters Jacob Rivett grabbed another three tries to give the speedster eight in three matches.

Roosters crow with 64 point win Photo by Peter Roy.

The racing season will kick off in Mareeba this Saturday with the annual ‘Jockey Celebration’ Race Day. Racegoers are invited to join in as Mareeba Turf Club celebrates the achievements of former and current jockeys and commemorates those have been injured or lost their lives in racing. The day is celebrated around Australia with races named in honour of the occasion, while a minute’s silence and a blessing of the track will also be held. “It’s a special day for Mareeba Turf Club,” said secretary John Thurlow. “It’s not only the first race in Mareeba of the 2016/2017 racing season, but it’s a day dedicated to all jockeys. “We must respect and celebrate our jockeys,

as without them there would be no racing.” Off track, there will be heaps to keep racegoers entertained. The popular fashions on the field will be held between races two and three, there will be a jumping castle for the little ones and live music all afternoon. “There is something for everyone to enjoy, we try to cater for the whole family in Mareeba,” said Mr Thurlow. It’s also a special day for the stable, with punters encouraged to to say happy birthday to one of the thoroughbreds as they hit the track. Gates open at 11am, with the first of five races to start at 1pm. Come along for a full day of thoroughbred racing and off track entertainment. To book a marquee for the day, contact John on 0427 114 217.

A total of 74 points were scored and it was the Atherton Roosters who were the orchestrators of most, in a huge 64-10 win over the Yarrabah Seahawks on Saturday night, at Roosters Stadium. Coming off a strong win over second placed Ivanhoes the week before, the Roosters were full of confidence putting Yarrabah to the sword early in the round 18 match scoring seven tries in the opening session to lead 38-0 at the break. Yarrabah were more competitive in the second half, but the match was already well beyond their grasp. In the biggest win for the Roosters in 2016, there was a hat-trick to winger Jacob Rivett and centre Nigel Woodleigh – giving Rivett a total of eight tries from the clubs last three games. The twelve tries to two victory comes as the Roosters prepare for a busy back end of

the season. With four games remaining in the premiership race, the Roosters are booked for heavy assignments which includes Mossman (away), Brothers (home), Innisfail (away) and Tully (home), before the first round of semi-finals on September 4. Results of other first grade matches played over the weekend – Ivanhoes upset Innisfail 32-10, Mossman defeated Suburbs 4610, Edmonton downed Mareeba 40-14 and Brothers stopped Kangaroos 32-20. This Friday night, August 5, the Roosters play at Mossman, while the Mareeba Gladiators travel to Cairns to take on Ivanhoes. Cairns District Rugby League points table after Round 18: Innisfail 34, Ivanhoes 28, Atherton 25, Brothers 25, Mossman 22, Tully 20, Edmonton 16, Kangaroos 12, Suburbs 11, Mareeba 10, Yarrabah 9.

Bulls go down 1-0 to Stratford in tough game The Mareeba Bulls premier ladies shined brightly on Sunday with the ladies the only Bulls team to taste victory in a tough day at the office for the Bulls against arch rivals, the Stratford Dolphins. The ladies side, who have been one of the most improved in the FNQ Premier ladies competition, were able to overcome a plucky homeside 3-2. The ladies were able to enjoy victory, after the last few starts coming so close against the top four opposition teams. After going down 1-0 at halftime, the ladies showed all their fighting qualities to fight back and win the second half, and come out 3-2 winners. Samantha Cater and Alima Papa opened up a 2-1 lead, and a last minute (90th minute) winner from Romany Soley being the difference. For the men’s premier side, unfortunately the day did not go as planned. As the match wined down and the score locked at 0-0 – a draw looked like a prospect be-

Bulls captain Alex Plowman in Sunday’s match against Stratford. Photo by Leevi Elmes.

fore the Dolphins snatched a last minute goal off a corner by second half Stratford substitute Kanjia Kamara in the 81st minute to win the game 1-0. In a very tough match, neither team looked like breaking the deadlock, but a referees decision in the 44th minute could have changed the game. The centre referee awarded a penalty to the Bulls and with Dennis Allen about to strike the ball, the linesman over ruled the decision and changed the penalty to a direct free-kick just on the edge of the penalty area – at the disgust of the Bulls players and supporters. In other Sunday games the Bulls reserves drew 2-2, while the youth lost 2-0. The youth B team drew 3-3 and the 2nd division men won 4-2 – keeping them atop of the FNQ 2nd division ladder. This weekend the Bulls travel to Leichhardt on Saturday, while the 2nd division men and youth B teams play on Friday night in Cairns.

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Mcleish dominates Supermoto Champs

HOT SHOT: Andy Mcleish nabbed his second Australian Supermoto Championship at Mareeba on Sunday. RIGHT: Action from Sunday.

The Proserpine rider has been a regular on the Supermoto circuit since making the jump from motocross in 2010. That led to his first Australian championship title three years later in 2013 in the Pro class before clinching his second at Mareeba on the weekend. “It feels awesome to get it again,” he said. “It was hard as we were going back to back from Open straight into the Pro class, but I was just running smooth and trying to get the win.” Mcleish credited his new Husqvarna 450cc bike for the win, as well as increased sponsorship support for this season. “I like the power range and setup of it,” he said. “We’ve had a lot of sponsors come on board so we can go further with the bike.”

Hampton ready to fire for Cowboys THE father of Mareeba NRL star Ben Hampton believes his son has what it takes to shine at the Cowboys. Murray Hampton is wrapped his son Ben, 24, had signed a three year deal with North Queensland from next season, ending a 10 year association with the Melbourne Storm. “He’s enjoyed his time in Melbourne, he loves it down there and the Storm are a terrific club,” Mr Hampton said. “But if you’ve got to move on, you move on and try and make it a bit better for yourself as far as playing and game time. “He’ll be a bit closer to home now, which will be good.” Ben, a Gladiators junior who was recruited by the Storm as a development player when he was 14, has had a breakout season this year with the club’s first grade side after three years of being on the fringes. Despite having played as a fullback and halfback, his current role is as utility and Mr Hampton said his son would be eager to find out how he fitted in to the Cowboys overall setup. “He’ll be keen to see what the difference is in his positional play and

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training,” he said. “But he won’t really know until he gets into it early next year, by the time they finish pre-season and it all comes together. “It’ll be up to the coach, Paul Green might use him in a similar role next season.” Mr Hampton said Mareeba’s rugby league community was excited by the prospect of Ben playing for the Cowboys. “The Gladiators are proud because this is where he started and he’s still going so it’s a big thing for them,” he said. Mr Hampton said Ben’s immediate focus was to finish strongly for the Storm, who look like serious grand final contenders after defeating the Cowboys 16-8 last Saturday in Townsville. “He’s there to finish off his year with the Storm and that’s what he’s aiming for, to do the best he can and help the team,” he said. Ben will officially join the Cowboys in November for pre-season training.

McLeish is now raising money to compete in the FIM Asia Supermoto Championship, which is holding four rounds in four different countries starting in Newcastle next month. For more information, Facebook search “Andrew Mcliesh Racing #217”.

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A FLAWLESS performance by Andy Mcleish has led to his second Australian Supermoto Championship at Mareeba on Sunday. About 50 riders competed across six different classes over the weekend at the MakoTrac, with several local young guns participating. But it was Mcleish who led the way in the Pro (S2) class, dominating all four races to easily take first. The 24-year-old was set to do a double in the Open class before a penalty pushed him back to second. But Mcleish still wasn’t done, racing home to win the event’s “Dash for Cash” race at the tail end of the event. He even broke his own lap record previously set in 2014. “It’s a demanding track, as it’s got some fast speed and tight corners,” Mcleish said.

Junior Lites: Ryan Moscadini Veterans: Ross Taylor Women: Jessica Boujos Open: Ross Taylor Pro: Andy Mcleish Dash for Cash: Andy Mcleish

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