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WHEN it comes to preserving the Tablelands’ rich wartime history, few have done more than Tolga man John Hardy (pictured). The former national serviceman was chuffed to receive a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) on Australia Day for his service to veterans and their families, highlighted by his involvement in the Rocky Creek War Memorial Park, Afghanistan Avenue of Honour and several other organisations. Mr Hardy was joined by fellow OAM recipient and Mareeba resident Sandy Kelly, who was recognised for her tireless work in indigenous communities. The pair were part of dozens of Tablelanders who received Australia Day honours, as the region celebrated with pride. > PHOTOS PAGE 12

One more shot State Govt to make call on land for $21m shopping centre By Michael Serenc THE State Government remains the last hope for a local developer to secure a parcel of land needed to build a proposed $21 million shopping centre in Mareeba. Reedlodge Pty Ltd’s request that Mareeba Shire Council relinquish its trusteeship over a 1128m2 parcel of State-owned land needed to

make an application to build the shopping centre was defeated 4-3 at last Wednesday’s council meeting. Councillors Alan Pedersen, Kevin Davies and Lenore Wyatt voted in support of the request, while Councillors Nipper Brown, Angela Toppin and Mary Graham voted against it, alongside Mayor Tom Gilmore who had the deciding vote. The land is reserved for aged housing but is

hampered with drainage issues, lack of road access and a power pole which would all need to be rectified if council eventually decided to build on it. If council had relinquished its trusteeship of the land, the State’s Department of Natural Resources and Mines (DNRM) would have been free to sell it to Reedlodge who in turn would have proceeded with a development application

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to council. But council’s decision, which came more than six months after Reedlodge made their request, means the developer will now have to make a direct approach to DNRM to purchase the land. While DNRM have the ability to override council’s decision on the matter, they will be influenced by that decision. CONTINUED Page 3

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A MAREEBA butcher is hoping his prized snag will pass the taste test when he goes toe-to-toe with the country’s best “Sausage Kings”. Russo’s Quality Meats owner Dennis Russo will head to Hobart this month for the 2017 National Sausage King competition after blitzing the State titles at Brisbane’s Ekka last August. Mr Russo has won a slew of regional awards since first opening his store about a decade ago, with the recent State win for best Traditional Australian beef sausage the icing on the cake.

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“We’ve won that category at a regional level the last three years in a row,” he said. “But we’d never won a Queensland title.” While tight-lipped about his secret recipe, Mr Russo said a good sausage needed the right ingredients, time and patience. “There’s a lot of mucking around. It’s taken me a long time to get this one right,” he said. “We’ve experimented a lot. The sausage we won with at the regionals three years ago is totally different to the one we entered at the Queensland titles.”

Sticking to local produce, the father-of-two sources his sausage meat from Walkamin-based Morganbury Meats. Mr Russo was philosophical about his chances at the nationals. “Win, lose or draw, I’ve made the national titles so I’m just happy to be there,” he said. “I’m very proud to represent Mareeba. Out of 3200 butchers that entered, we’re in the top six.” The 2017 National Sausage King competition will be held on February 18.

Sign up to Scouts YOUNG Tablelanders thinking about giving back to their community are being urged to join Scouts. The popular community group will hold its state-wide sign-on this month, open to both boys and girls between six and 25-years-old. Scouting provides ample opportunities to make new friends for both young people and the adults that support them through both traditional Scouting skills like camping and bushcraft, to more extreme challenges such as abseiling, overnight hiking, rafting, canoeing, canyoning, snow activities, rock climbing, sailing and even flying. Both Mareeba and Atherton Scout groups will hold their sign-on day this Saturday. Mareeba’s will run from 10am to 1pm at their Kilpatrick St Scout Den while Atherton will hold theirs at the Robert St Scout Den from 10am to 2pm. For more information, contact 0407 757 035 (Mareeba) or 0411 469 349 (Atherton).

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FROM Page 1 Despite acknowledging that the process would now be “considerably harder”, Reedlodge spokesman Pietro Girgenti vowed not to give up. “The fight continues. The developer isn’t letting this be the final say. They’ve been working on this project for quite a number of years and they are committed to bringing the project to Mareeba,” he said. “This ultimately does rest with the State Government and we will be lobbying very hard for them to make a decision that is in the best interests of the shire and the state. “We think it’s the wrong decision and we think the State Government will agree with us on that.” Mr Girgenti said if Reedlodge was unable to convince the State Government to sell them the land, they would exhaust “legal avenues of appeal” in court to try and have the decision overturned. If successful with purchasing the land from the State, the block would add to Reedlodge’s existing 12,403m2 of land situated across from Mareeba Plaza along Byrnes St, allowing the company to proceed with a development application. A major supermarket chain is planned to be an anchor tenant if the development goes ahead, which would generate between 200 and 220 direct and indirect jobs during construction. Once built, the 7000m2 centre is expected to sustain between 200 and 250 direct and indirect jobs. In a statement released shortly after the land vote last week, Cr Gilmore said “nothing of sufficient substance had been presented by the developer to council in support of this application for the land, and numerous requests for

further information were, to the greater part, denied by the developer”. Cr Gilmore later told The Express council had taken every opportunity to give fair consideration to Reedlodge’s request. “I have found nothing of sufficient substance to change my mind,” he said. “It’s a very difficult thing when you’re dealing with something where people say they will do something where there’s no real evidence that they will. “We made several applications under the Right to Information Act and every request we made was blocked by the third party, that being the representative of Reedlodge.” Reedlodge has had an at-times rocky relationship with council, resulting in four separate Right To Information requests regarding correspondence between Reedlodge and four different State Government departments over the land purchase dating back to December 2015. Reedlodge’s existing property, which is located on the old Rankine Sawmill site, previously had two successful applications for shopping centres - the first having been overturned in the planning court on a technicality and the second being allowed to lapse by the developer. But the 1128m2 parcel of land Reedlodge now wants is needed for the major supermarket to agree to move in as it would be large enough to fit their zoning requirements. It marks the second time council has been approached by Reedlodge to relinquish its trusteeship of the land, after knocking back an initial approach in January 2015. Mr Girgenti slammed council’s decision and rejected the notion that Reedlodge declined or refused to provide further information regarding their plans for the land in question. “We are absolutely blown away. We consider it a very embarrassing decision on the

council’s behalf and not representative of the views of the residents,” he said. “We’ve said all along this decision was a no-brainer and in the best interests of the shire.” Mr Girgenti claimed that at least two of the councillors who voted against the land sale refused to meet one-on-one with Reedlodge representatives. He added that those councillors who had met with Reedlodge – Alan Pedersen, Mary Graham, Kevin Davies and Lenore Wyatt had been given open access to the developer’s plans for the shopping centre, including several design options prepared by architects assigned to the project. “Those councillors that did agree to meet with us on a one-on-one basis were fully informed and had the information that was relevant,” Mr Girgenti said. Cr Pedersen said the land was virtually useless for aged housing, which would only be able to fit two pensioner cottages. “The land is basically a liability for council,” he said. “It would cost us in the vicinity of $80,000 to $100,000 to relocate the power pole that sits in the middle of it and put road access into there to build two units. “We’re never going to build on it. It’s in an awkward place and we’ve got far better options to build aged care homes.” Cr Pedersen said he saw the shopping centre as a “good development for Mareeba”. While they await a decision from the State Government, Reedlodge will also launch an online e-petition to the Queensland Parliament to lobby for the land sale.

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Beef producers take fight to sedge COMBATING the growing threat of navua sedge and remaining a viable industry into the future is the focus of a Tablelands lobby group for 2017. Malanda Beef Plan Group president Bruce Carcary feared sedge had the ability to devastate agriculture on the Tablelands. “Up here, it has a huge economic impact on farmers,” he said. Sedge, which is capable of producing up to 500 million seeds per hectare, has the potential to reduce grazing and pasture capacity by up to 40 per cent. Mt Garnet, Ravenshoe, Topaz, Malanda and Atherton itself are just some of the towns hit hard by sedge, but there are fears the weed could spread into the region’s “golden triangle” - an area of pristine agricultural farming land between Walkamin, Atherton and Kairi. Tablelands Regional council is currently chasing an additional $570,000 in funding over three years from the State Government to combat sedge. The money would be spent on vehicles, quick spray units and the establishment of a dedicated taskforce to eradicate the weed. It would also add to the existing $35,000 council has allocated in his 2016/17 budget to assist and improve pest weed management through additional wash down bays and improved Land Protection software and systems. Meanwhile, the Department of Transport and Main Roads has provided $71,736.50 towards management of weeds on State-con-

OPTIMISTIC: Despite the ongoing threat of navua sedge, Minbun producer Bruce Carcary had a stellar 2016 because of high beef prices.

trolled road corridors for this financial year, including sedge and parthenium. Mr Carcary commended the council for their funding commitment, but urged them to go further. “They’ve need to realise it just doesn’t stop there,” he said. “We’re still annoying them because we want more money for research and that sort of thing.” Despite the threat of sedge, Mr Carcary, who owns about 400 head of brangus and angus cattle at his “Acton Ridge” property at

Minbun near Millaa Millaa, said his farm had the best year in a decade last year because of high beef prices. “By all reports beef prices are set to be quite good for the next 18 months,” he said. “It all comes to down to pastures. Times have changed in the last five or 10 years…. Land management practices are paramount. “We need to stay viable…There’s an old saying “Feed before the breed”. Unless you’ve got your pastures and your feed bank organised, it doesn’t matter how good your breed is, you fall apart.”

veillance program because they are not listed as a declared invasive species under the State’s Biosecurity Act. The program is set to start on March 1 and run until August 31. Council regulatory services manager Kirsty Lamperd said the program would then be reassessed to better target specific problem weeds. But with the State not providing any funding to council to carry out the program, Ms Lamperd admitted the LPT would need to start prioritising its duties. Council CEO Hurriyet Babcan shared Ms Lamperd’s concern. “The shire is quite large, we’ve got a diversity of species and climates. We have four-anda-half staff to undertake a whole range of pest and weed management,” she said. “I know there’s lots of struggles at the operational level in trying to address all of those issues. There’s been prioritisation undertaken by the Pest Management Advisory Committee.” Ms Babacan said while the State provides no direct financial support for council to carry out the program, the LPT will have access to experts and research. “What I’d like to do is have a conversation with councillors and our Land Protection Team about what we do and how we approach this in the next budget cycle,” she said. “We’ve been to the State Government and in so far as navua sedge goes, they’re not really seeing it as a priority.”

Council is currently chasing an additional $570,000 in funding over three years from the State Government to combat sedge. The money would be spent on vehicles, quick spray units and the establishment of a dedicated taskforce to eradicate the weed. It would also add to the existing $35,000 council has allocated in his 2016/17 budget to assist and improve pest weed management through additional wash down bays and improved Land Protection software and systems. Meanwhile, the Department of Transport and Main Roads has provided $71,736.50 towards management of weeds on State controlled road corridors for this financial year, including sedge and parthenium. Dalrymple MP Shane Knuth vowed to “get in the face” of the State Government this year over funding to combat sedge. “I hope they become aware it’s as serious as what we’ve been telling them,” he said. “This is about the agriculture security in north Queensland.” Mr Knuth agreed with Cr Paronella that State authorities should not simply be satisfied with containing the spread of sedge but recognise the urgent need to eradicate it. “We need to kick it up another gear for them to acknowledge that it’s not about contain and control, it’s about getting right on top of it,” he said. “We’ve got a dairy industry that’s trying to survive…but if we’re not going to have the pastures there, it will be detrimental.”

Sedge plea not heard TABLELANDS mayor Joe Paronella fears council’s pleas for vital State funding to combat navua sedge are falling on deaf ears. Cr Paronella expressed concern at last Thursday’s council meeting that the State Government was not taking the threat posed by sedge to the Tablelands seriously enough. “What we’ve got to be very aware of is the State moves very slowly and we don’t have a choice but to go along with it,” he said. “When it comes to using certain terms like eradication…As far as they’re concerned, if we can control it, that’s all there is. “The priority that we have on sedge is not being followed by the State, so there’s some very big hurdles there, apart from ourselves being understaffed and under-resourced.” The concern comes as Tablelands Regional Council’s Land Protection Team (LPT) is burdened with a State Government-mandated surveillance program stipulated under the Biosecurity Act 2014. Under the surveillance program, the LPT must “survey, detect and monitor for the presence, absence and treatment of invasive biosecurity matter” within the shire. Strangely, sedge, Crofton weed and several other species that council officers manage under local programs are not included in the sur-

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SENSELESS: The damage done to outdoor chairs at Essential Fitness by teen vandals last month.

A CARELESS act of vandalism has left a Mareeba gym counting the cost. A group of three teens bent 16 steel chairs at Essential Fitness’ outdoor seating area along Mason St in the early hours of January 22. Gym owner and manager Tanya Barker was

furious upon seeing the damage done the next morning when she went to open the business. “I was disgusted. It was pointless,” she said. “It’s an area that the community can use any time of the week, any day. “They could have sat there and socialised

and we wouldn’t have minded at all. Now nobody can.” Mrs Barker said the steel chairs could not be bent back into shape and would have to be re-welded. “They’re industrial chairs so they’re good quality. I don’t know how much it costs to cut each chair and re-weld it, but that’s what I’ve been advised I’m going to have to do.” Luckily, Mrs Barker had installed CCTV cameras at the gym following an earlier trespassing incident about a month prior to the vandalism, which captured the teens in action. The footage has since been handed over to police while a forensic team have also taken fingerprints from the scene. Mrs Barker said the footage showed the teens were filming themselves on a smartphone while they damaged the seats. “Two of them seemed to be the main offenders with the chairs and one was videoing it,” she said. “They also hung off the shade sails.” The gym was planning to extend its operating hours but Mrs Barker said she was now “hesitant” to do so, citing safety concerns. “I don’t want to attract people that are going to do damage like that and give them more access to our business,” she said. “It’s frustrating, especially when you’re trying to expand your business on the Tablelands and some local youths disrespect it for no reason.” Mrs Barker said up until the two latest incidents, she had never had a major issue in 13 years of operating her gym in Mareeba.

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Concerns at ratepayer meeting COOK Shire ratepayers have raised several issues at a special “Community Information Evening” held last week. Organised by the Cook Shire Ratepayers and Residents Association, the meeting raised several concerns over council engaging staff and contractors outside of the shire at the expense of competent locals and the growing number of local families and businesses leaving the shire. Disquiet was expressed over council’s apparent “lack of transparency and failure to treat ratepayers as stakeholders in the shire”. The meeting also featured two guest speakers - Department of Environment and Heritage Protection Com-

pliance Program manager Scott Sullivan and local real estate agent Dan Kerridge. Mr Sullivan discussed the department's response to a complaint about council’s controversial Webber Esplanade foreshore development, which is expected to be completed by May and certified in June. Meanwhile, Mr Kerridge discussed his 2016 Cooktown Property Report which he described as being in crisis and suggested council adopt a policy to make it easier for people to do business in the shire. Lively discussion occurred from the floor on both issues. The ratepayer association is set to host more public information evenings throughout the year.

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Engine failure blamed for plane crash ENGINE failure has been blamed for the crash of a cropduster near Mareeba last month. The Air Tractor AT-401B, owned by Atherton Tableland Air Services, was preparing to spray an avocado farm at Paddys Green along Mareeba-Dimbulah when it was brought down about 7am on January 21. The pilot, a 25-year-old man, walked away with only minor hand injuries while two Queensland Fire and Emergency Service chemical decontamination teams were deployed to clean up spilt pesticide at the crash site. In its initial crash summary, the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) states that the aircraft was about 61m above the ground when the engine failed. The pilot was able to make a forced landing at a neighbouring farm near the Skybury Coffee Plantation, but the impact caused the plane’s fuselage to be ripped apart. The ATSB will interview the pilot, obtain an engineering report and gather further information before releasing its own report, which is expected to be complete by May. The AT-401B runs a Pratt & Witney R1340 radial piston engine, almost 35,000 examples of which were manufactured between 1925 and 1960. The engine, which produces about 500 shaft horsepower, served admirably in several fighters during World War II and is still in use today with several older model cropdusters around the world. Anthony Carusi, whose farm the cropduster was supposed to be spraying, previously told The Express he thought something had gone wrong when the pilot took longer than usual to complete his circuit.

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Amaroo set to grow A CHANGE to a development approval along Karobean Dr will eventually see a thriving mini shopping centre established on the outskirts of Mareeba. Council voted to approve an application by Prime Constructions Qld Pty Ltd to change the development approval of Amaroo Village Shopping Centre at last Wednesday’s meeting.

Under the amended Stage 2 plan of the development, a café, pharmacy and additional medical business will be built to support the existing Amaroo Medical Centre. Stage 3 will involve a 600m2 supermarket, 300m2 restaurant and one specialty store. Mareeba mayor Tom Gilmore praised the development application.

“This is the way you do an application. It’s professional, designed and upfront,” he said. “It’s exciting to see the original development there has gone well enough to justify going to the next stage. “I think it’s a very exciting development and one we look forward to more of.”

Drinking water safe again RAVENSHOE, Cassowary, Bellview and Millstream residents will be safe to drink from their water supplies again after testing done by Tablelands Regional Council. Council has determined the reticulated water supply in each of the towns is normal and complies with the Australian Drinking Water Quality Guidelines. Council will continue to monitor the water supply as per normal process and apologised to residents for the inconvenience. In the meantime, council has teamed up with the Early Warning Network (EWN) to

provide Tablelands resident access to an alerting system for emergency events. Alerts will come predominately by email and SMS, although there is the ability to send voice alerts as required. Residents are encouraged to join and become better prepared for emergency events, which includes being advised of boil water notices. To register, head to www. trc.qld.gov.au/disaster-management/early-warning-network-ewn/ A manual registration form can also be completed. For more information, call 1300 362 242.

New restaurant for Mareeba A THAI restaurant is set to open its doors along Mareeba’s main street. Mareeba Shire Council approved a liquor licence application at last Wednesday’s meeting by restaurant owner Secret Recipe Pty Ltd, which will open along Byrnes St. The liquor licence will complement the service of meals in the new restaurant and may extend over a footpath dining area, subject to the applicant obtaining the necessary outdoor dining approval from council.

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False bomb scare causes alarm with the emergency declaration encompassing an area which bordered Main, Jack, Vernon and Mabel streets. Vehicle and pedestrian traffic was also diverted. But the supposed threat was over by about midday after the device was found to be harmless, with roads opened back up to traffic.

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unit so when we take a triple from the south ,we have to leave one trailer at the Almaden pad and take two to Lakeland then come back to Almaden to get the third trailer which is a round trip of 12 hours,” he said. “Alternatively, unhooking at Mareeba and taking two trailers to Lakeland and returning to Mareeba for the third is a round trip of five hours and is just unnecessary. “This shuffling around puts up the cost of freight by at least 15 per cent and our log books run out of hours left to drive.” Echoing Mr Lamont’s comments was long-time livestock transporter and grazier, Weipa’s John Witherspoon. “If Main Roads can’t afford to build a new bridge then they should allow us to run on permits to take three cattle trailers through Lakeland to Mareeba,” he said. “We take two through now but this adds to the cost and when we have to unhook a third trailer, this could lead to animal welfare problems leaving it behind. “There are no road safety problems that I have found by using three trailers and carrying the extra numbers of cattle reduces the cost quite a lot. “There’s no point spending all that money on the Peninsula road when the only entrance to it is a narrow bottleneck.” Mr Witherspoon said Mt Carbine’s McLeod River bridge also needed replacing. Main Roads minister Mark Bailey said he was aware of the impact seasonal flooding of Rifle Creek Bridge has on the local transport network. “We have carried out some preliminary planning to improve safety and flood immunity at this bridge,” he said. “This planning identified that a similar upgrade at Spear Creek, on the same section of road, would also be required to improve flood immunity. “This is a large-scale project and will be assessed against competing state-wide priorities.”

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Playwright program up for grabs ASPIRING Tablelands writers wanting to learn how to write stories for plays are being urged to apply for an innovative program. Cairns-based JUTE Theater’s “Write Sparks 101 program” provides an intensive and dynamic blend of workshops and readings that have been created to provide the participant with fundamental writing skills and tools needed to become playwrights. The program will be facilitated by award-winning playwright Kathryn Ash. This year’s series of residency workshops begin this month and comprise three weekend workshops spanning three consecutive months. Students will also undertake a one hour, one-on-one, dramaturgical session in April, while enjoying access to a private Facebook page offering an interactive, on-

line platform of support and encouragement from the facilitator and writing group. Added extras include further script assessment, feedback via email (additional cost) and the chance to participate in a weekend Festival of Play Reading with post reading workshop in which dramaturgy will enable feedback and clarity. To apply, visit www.jute.com.au and search for “Write Sparks 101 program”. Applications close on February 17, 2017 with successful applicants advised the following week. Successful applicants will then be required to make a oneof program payment of $350 before commencing the program on March 3. For more information, contact Peta Cooke on 4050 9444.

Dress to impress at gala ball Your mission, should you choose to accept, is to attend the FlexiChoice Gala Ball. Dress to kill in glamorous iconic Bond style for an evening of 007 intrigue, secret agents and mystery women while enjoying dinner and show, live band and dancing. With developments about to start on the FlexiChoice Activity Centre, your support of this event means profits raised will go towards this major project supporting people with a disability across the Tablelands. The ‘Diamonds are Forever’ Gala Ball will be held at the Mareeba United Football Club on Friday, March 3, from 6pm till late. Tickets are $60 per person and bookings can be made by calling 4092 2332 or email reception@flexichoice.org.au by Thursday February 9, 2017.

Brain cancer fundraiser IN support of the Sandra Cadorin Wish Foundation and the Cure Brain Cancer Foundation, a dinner dance fundraiser will be held in Mareeba on March 11. Held in memory of Mareeba mother Sandra Cadorin, who lost her battle to Brain Cancer at the age of 37 in 2013, the night will feature live entertainment with local band Careless, local dancers, raffles, auctions and lots more. Mrs Cadorin’s family and friends want to continue her legacy and wish to raise money for the “Cure Brain Cancer Foundation” for research to finally find a cure for this terrible disease. The dinner dance fundraiser starts from 6.30pm at the Mareeba United Football Club at Borzi Park. Tickets are now available to purchase at The Express office in Mareeba. Cost is $50 for adults, $30 for kids 6-12 and children under 5 are free. For more information please phone 0409 611 365.

‘50 Shades Darker’ premiere – tickets selling fast TICKETS are selling fast for the movie premiere of the year – ‘50 Shades Darker. Following on from 50 Shades of Grey that was realised in 2015, it is the second instalment in the Fifty Shades trilogy that traces the deepening relationship between Anastasia Steele and Christian Grey.

The much anticipated movie will premiere in Mareeba on Thursday, February 9, at The Rising Sun Cinema, with limited tickets now available. Mareeba Rotary has teamed up with the Mareeba RSL for the premiere night, with all profits raised donated to the Rotary

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Mareeba Shire Council Australia Day Awards

Mareeba Shire Citizen of the Year Jim Blakeney (centre) with Young Citizens of the Year Katelyn Dickinson and Kate Wilcox (right), pictured with Mayor Tom Gilmore.

The Junior Community Service award was awarded to Mareeba State High School. Joint winners of the Community Service award, Grant Bell (right) and Debutante Ball committee (above). LEFT: Kuranda Envirocare received the Environmental Excellence award.

Kiara Cabassi received the Arts and Culture award.

TRC Citizen of the Year Peter Bunyan, Mayor Joe Paronella and Young Citizen of the Year Sabine Conolly.

Tablelands Regional Council Australia Day Awards

Startup and Innovation Tablelands Christine Doan excepted the Innovation & Industry Award.

Senior Sports Award winner Pamela Evans with her mother Jan Day who won this award last year.

Senior Sports award winner Jennifer McCarthy.

Senior Cultural Award winners Trevor and Connie Duncan.

Junior Sports Award winner Travis Wadley.

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A council approved modern one bed- carport. A concrete pad at the end of room home on 2483m2 with high- the carport gives the possibility or a way access and lots of privacy. This outdoor area for a bbq or a quiet spot will suit someone who doesn’t want to have a cuppa. neighbours but still wants to be close Level ground, established trees to the highway. The property is lo- and shrubs and a good water supply cated between Silver Valley and Innot are the backbone for a bigger garden Hot Springs and has Blair Creek as a if that’s your interest. boundary and is just 16 kls from RaThe Herbert River isn’t far away, venshoe. It’s an ideal location is you ideal if you like to fish and the area is are looking for slightly drier climate a fossickers paradise. Electricity and and want to be close to the therapeu- phone connected and a satellite dish tic hot springs at Innot Hot Springs. for TV reception, all the conveniencThe home is on steel stumps with es and well priced at $138,500. a verandah, the ideal sleep out. Built in’s in the bedroom, security screens, Contact Karen Ranie at Area Real internal bathroom and laundry and a Estate today for more information. choice of gas or electric for cooking. Phone 0458 408 540. There are 3 rainwater tanks and a dam for the garden. An 8x7m carAddress: SILVER VALLEY port with concrete base Price: $138,500 is the car accommoAgent: Karen Ranie dation or if you wanted Area Real Estate a workshop you could Contact: 0458 408 540 enclose one side of the

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PROPERTY Two bedroom unit close to town

Mareeba Property Management

Your local rental specialists EXECUTIVE STYLE TOWNHOUSE 2 bedrooms, tiled throughout, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, security screens, double carport, security gates, short walk to CBD & schools. $330 PER WEEK

TWO bedroom unit, fans throughout, security screens, single carport, small front patio, no pets & walking distance to town. For rent at $260 per week.

For more information or to arrange an inspection Contact Mareeba Property Management on 4092 2111 View Rentals at: www.rentmpm.com.au

For more information or to book an inspection please do not hesitate to contact Mareeba Property Management on 4092 2111.

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Country Living on 5 ACres

This property has all that’s good about country living, big shed, spacious house in a private setting with room for horses. A solid home with wraparound verandahs, surrounded by well established gardens and overlooking a gorgeous inground swimming pool. • 4 bedrooms with built-ins, 2 bathrooms, seperate toilet • Security doors and windows, tiled floors • 4Kw solar system with solar hot water • 9m x 6m powered shed, bore, 2x rainwater tanks • School bus pickup and Council rubbish bin collection • Fully fenced with separate paddock All this only minutes from Mareeba airport, schools and town centre. Price: $499,000 Neg Contact: Exclusive Agent John Goncalves on 0407 690 961

MAREEBA FOR RENT $260 P/W Mareeba Property Management 4092 2111

Mareeba's best kept secret

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CARMEN CASSIN 0475 777 136

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MAREEBA PROPERTY OFFICE

EXCLUSIVE AGENCY

ACREAGE LIFESTYLE + INCOME

GRACIOUS LIVING

• 4.42 hectares, 3 bedroom + ofﬁce home • 20m x 10m powered masonry block shed • 8ML water, gravity fed from channel • 275 limes, 200 mangoes, inventory

• Cairns side of town, established area • Fenced 4084m2 lot, 2 street access • 4 bed, 3 bath, 2 car, multiple living zones • 2 bay shed, pool, solar panels, fruit trees

$P.O.A.

$565,000 NEG

JOHN FALVO 0408 456 344

CARMEN CASSIN 0475 777 136

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Step inside to that feeling of ‘coming home’ in this well presented solidly built home. Beautifully polished Red Tulip Oak floors, high ceilings, a very spacious living area, separate dining, three good size bedrooms and a kitchen with walk-in pantry. Walk through to the rear elevated verandah with floor to ceiling windows that provide a glimpse of the creek behind and allow the natural light and cool breezes to flow through to the rest of the house. Enjoy the visual of a leafy green backdrop with only the sounds of nature being heard. Outside you’ll find a well kept garden that includes natives and fruit trees that attract both birdlife as well as provide various fruits during the year including orange, mandarin, mulberry, avocado as well as pineapples. To complete the picture there is a very usable and convenient under house lockable storage area. The owner has put alot of love, thought and en-

ergy into this lovely residence and is very reluctant to sell. Could this be Mareeba’s best kept secret? Come and inspect and tell us if we are right. Priced at $289,000 negotiable contact exclusive agents John Goncalves on 0407 690 961 and Norma Moloney on 0417 541 126 from Ray White Mareeba to arrange an inspection. Address: MAREEBA Price: $289,000 NEG Agent: EXCLUSIVE to John and Norma Ray White Mareeba Contact: 0407 690 961 or 0417 541 126

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PROPERTY Amaroo welcomes DM & JA Constructions

DM & JA CONSTRUCTIONS (QBCC 1316729) trading as Della Bosca Homes together with Amaroo are pleased to present a brandnew house and land package*. The ‘Little Mitchell on 104’ is priced at $330,000 – this deal represents terrific value for money for a 205m2 family home. Welcome to the house and land package of your dreams. This proposed stunning four bedroom, two bathroom master built home design will take your breath away. Absolutely nothing has been overlooked in the design and planning of this home where value for money is guaranteed. The kitchen features custom built cabinets, quality handles and stainless steel hinges, plus soft close drawers. A generous appliance allowance that allows for a 600w electric

cook top, oven and range hood; all complimented by your choice of colours. The standard of interior and exterior painting is rare at this level of construction, thus painting consists of a minimum of three coats to all surfaces. Plus, a beautiful smooth rendered exterior. Four spacious bedrooms are complimented by a stylish modern family bathroom, plus an ensuite and walk-in-robe to the master. Add the laundry with ample custom made storage space and bench tops. The ‘Little Mitchell’ house and land package* is proposed for construction on Lot 104, located on Karobean Drive, Amaroo. Perfect location in close proximity to Amaroo Medical

and the future Amaroo Village Market Place. A stunning 1077m2 lot, offering plenty of room for landscaping, a shed and a pool. Della Bosca Homes are committed to providing quality teamed with old fashioned service within a very desirable budget. Pop into the Amaroo Land Sales office or the Display Home of DM & JA Constructions Trading as Della Bosca Homes located on Karobean Drive at Amaroo. Call Deb 0409 321 000 for more information. *House and land are sold on separate contracts, House 203m2 $220,000, Land 1077m2 $110,000. A grand total of $330,000.

Amazing offer!

First 10 Contracts Signed at $1075sqm (Move in specification s available on request. M Class Soil. Mareeba and Tablelands Area onl y)

TAL $301,000 use $201,000: TO Land $100,000 &LotHo Centre 130 Karobean Drive (703m2), just metres from Amaroo Medical Cheapest Block at Amaroo –

“THE TAMARIND”

▪ 3 Large Bedrooms with Builtin Robes ▪ 2 Bathrooms ▪ Spacious Kitchen ▪ Open Plan ▪ Study Nook ▪ 187sqm ▪ Office/Fourth Bedroom ▪ Single Garage (Double optional)  First Home Buyer’s Grant Applies  If you have rented through an agent for 6 months or more – NO savings required as finance can be arranged  5 Month Building Time – Start To Completion (Excluding unforeseen delays, eg. natural disasters) DM & JA Construction trading as Della Bosca Homes is a local building company that is excited to be entering the housing market on the Tablelands. We are now offering the first 10 contracts signed for $1075sqm. If you are thinking about building a new home to live in, or as an investment property – now is the time to do it. First Home Buyer’s Grant of $20,000 still applies. Interest rates are low and if you have been renting through an agent for 6 months or more, no savings are required. We are working together with a finance broker who can assess your financial position and determine what the best loan is for you. We have a number of plans ranging from 150sqm to 350sqm to choose from, or we can design a plan from scratch to your liking. We will sacrifice profit, not quality in building your new home.

For a look at our workmanship and quality finish and to discuss your new home... Visit us at our display home and sales office at 14 Karobean Drive, Mareeba. Open 6 days, Tuesday to Sunday from 10am-2pm or after hours by appointment phone 4092 1247 www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

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PROPERTY Charming "Jon Nott" Queenslander on an acre

OPEN HOME

THIS SATURDAY 10.00AM - 12 NOON 45 Ceola Drive, Mareeba • RESORT STYLE 4 BEDROOM + MEDIA & ENSUITE • HUGE ENTERTAINMENT AREA, INGROUND POOL + SOLAR • 2 BAY COLORBOND SHED ON 1125M2 ALLOTMENT

0417 700 468

PRICE: $539,000 WWW.JOETORRISI.COM.AU

shops in Tolga plus large internal laundry • Double garage that could be con• Three generous sized bedrooms with French doors opening onto the wrap verted into rumpus room/granny flat plus separate two bay shade shed and chicken around verandahs • Master bedroom features an ensuite coop and walk through wardrobe If you love the charm and character • Open plan living area with cathedral of a Queenslander then you will love this ceiling, wood stove and French doors home. opening onto a timber entertainment deck creating an effortless flow for indoor out- For further information or to arrange a door living private inspection, please contact So• Large loft that could be utilised as phie Bozzo at Joe Torrisi Real Estate. Phone 0428 128 154. guest bedroom or children’s play area • Roomy kitchen with timber benchtops, ample cupboard space, electric appliances, breakfast bar and Address: TOLGA views to the leafy backyard Price: $429,000 NEG • Polished timber floors Agent: Sophie Bozzo throughout, timber balustrades, Joe Torrisi Real Estate architraves and skirting Contact: 0428 128 154 • Family bathroom with shower, bathtub and separate toilet

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The attention to detail and craftsmanship of award winning master builder Jon Nott is evident in this well-crafted, energy efficient and environmentally friendly Queenslander set on an acre in a quiet cul de sac in Tolga. Nestled amongst a relaxing setting and surrounded by established gardens and shade trees, the home is designed for the tropical tablelands climate. Wrap around verandahs and cathedral ceilings help maximise natural light and airflow and keep the home cool in summer and warmed in winter by the wood stove. Beautifully polished timber floors, French doors, casement windows, timber balustrades, architraves and skirting give this home all the charm and character you’d expect to find in a Queenslander but with a modern touch. • 4140m2 fully fenced leafy allotment only 5-7 minute’s drive from schools and

Heavenly acreage Hideaway!

• 11.5 Usable Acres • Quiet Cul-de-sac • Stunning Executive Home • Fully Contained Teenager’s Retreat • 15 Minutes Commute To CBD Now $575,000 NEG - ID#1P1833 166 orchid Close - Andrew 0418 183 444

4092 5255 MAREEBA REAL ESTATE AGENCIES FO

HOME AMONG THE GUM TREES Get away from the crowds and enjoy a rural lifestyle just down the road from the therapeutic hot springs. Fish in your dam, develop a hobby in the huge carport or just chill! It’s all possible from this address. Modern, comfortable one bedroom home with internal laundry and a sleepout and all mod cons. Just 16 kilometres from Ravenshoe, half acre plus manageable block surrounded by bush. Does this sounds like you?

IT’S AffORdAblE TOO jUST $138,500

Call Karen at AREA REAL ESTATE 0458 408 540 PAGE 16 The Express, Wednesday, February 1, 2017

RENOVATED 3 BEDROOM CONCRETE BLOCK HOME

• COMBINED KITCHEN, DINING & LOUNGE AREA • 2 BATHROOMS & 2 TOILETS • OUTDOOR ENTERTAINMENT AREA • SINGLE CARPORT • 2 GARDEN SHEDS

$380 PER WEEK (SEE WEBSITE RH0015)

4092 1556

7 Hort Street, Mareeba

www.mareeba4880realestate.com.au

Home with a large yard in near central position THREE bedroom timber home, kitchen, dining and lounge with one bathroom, one toilet, internal laundry and one vehicle accomodation, all on a 1045m2 corner allotment, near school. For rent at $255 per week – see website under rh002. Inspection times by appointment. Contact Mareeba Real Estate Agencies on 4092 1556, Lynette on 0427 153 868 or Mark on 0428 121 520. Email mrea4880@qld.chariot.net.au Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

MAREEBA $255 P/W Mareeba Real Estate Agencies 0428 121 520 or 0427 153 868

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Your Weekly Horoscopes March 21 to Apr 20 Aries

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Wednesday 1st

Thursday 2nd

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Saturday 4th

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Tide Times 0415 2.19 1003 1.60 1604 2.24 2244 1.06

Max 31o Min 23o

You can win points if you present your ideas this week. There is not much you can do to alleviate the problem, but consider putting some extra work into your house. April 21 to May 21 Taurus

Max 30o Min 22o

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Aug 23 - Sept 23

Tide Times 0021 0.65 0712 3.01 1304 1.13 1904 2.47

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp cinnamon (optional) 1/2 tsp sea salt 1 cup unsalted butter 1 cup light brown sugar

Your high energy, original ideas, and excellent memory will aid your accomplishments. Get on with your life. You can expect to face opposition on the home front.

Libra

Sept 24 to Oct 23 Sudden romantic encounters will set your head spinning. Don’t be critical or overly opinionated with dislikes; it could cause disapproval and unwanted opposition. Self deception about relation ships is a problem.

Sagittarius

Nov 23 to Dec 21

You need time to put your house in order and sort out what you are going to do about your personal direction. A long discussion is in order if you wish to clear the air. You should want to feel good about yourself.

Capricorn

WORD

Oct 24 to Nov 22

You need to take a good look at all sides of an issue before making a decision. You may want to clear the air where older relatives are concerned. Travel or short trips will probably be your best outlet.

Address

Deliver

Junk

Satchel

Air

Driver

Mailer

Send

Book

Drop

Media

Stamp

Bulk

Express

Postal

Truck

Clerk

First

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Tape

Code

Freight

Receipt

Wrap

Confirm

International

Return

Zone

Puzzle solutions

Dec 22 to Jan 20

You will find that superiors may not see situations as you do. You may have difficulties with foreigners. Pamper yourself for a change. Avoid lovers who already have a relation ship.

Aquarius

Jan 21 to Feb 19

Opportunities for partnerships are present; but get every detail in writing. Put your energy into home renovations. Opportunities to make money may interfere with your personal plans. Travel will be exciting.

Pisces

1/4 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 2 tsp vanilla 3 cups rolled oats 2 cups chocolate chips

C R O S S

WORD SEARCH

Consider a trial separation if you and your mate just can’t come to terms. Don’t blow situations out of proportion. You will be prone to carelessness that could result in accidents.

Scorpio

Max 28o Min 24o

Method

June 22 to July 22

Virgo

Tide Times 0624 2.75 1217 1.30 1814 2.38

1. In a medium bowl, whisk flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. 2. In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat butter and sugars on medhigh until pale and fluffy (approx. 3 minutes). 3. Add eggs one at a time, fully incorporating after each addition, and beat on high for 1 minute. Add vanilla. 4. Turn mixer to low and add flour mixture, mix until combined. Add oats and chocolate chips. Mix until just combined. Chill dough in the fridge for an hour. 5. Preheat oven to 180C and line a baking sheet with parchment. 6. Using a small cookie scoop, place cookies on baking sheet. 7.Bake for 10mins or until edges are lightly browned but center is still soft and unset. 8. Cool for 5 minutes on baking sheet, then transfer to cooling rack to cool completely.

You can handle situations that require contact with institutions or large corporations. Your sensitive, affectionate nature will capture the heart of anyone you are attracted to. July 23 to Aug 22

Tide Times 0529 2.47 1120 1.47 1716 2.29 2335 0.85

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.

May 22 to June 21

Leo

Tuesday 7th

Max 32o Min 22o

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Mingle with individuals who are established and can give you some serious insight into business and future trends. Self-deception about relation ships is a problem.

Cancer

Monday 6th

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Control those desires to cast your fate to the wind. You can make sound financial investments if you act fast. Difficulties may be encountered while traveling in foreign countries.

Gemini

Sunday 5th

Max 32o Min 23o

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7. Expensive or ostentatious clothes or decoration. 8. Enter somewhere forcibly or suddenly. 9. Either of two equal or corresponding parts into which something is or can be divided. 10. Of, typical of, or peculiar to the tropics. 11. Turn into or express in verse. 13. A golf course, especially one on grass-covered sandy ground near the sea. 15. An abnormally high body temperature. 16. Weighing a great deal; heavy. 18. A day or period of celebration, typically for religious reasons. 19. A miscellaneous collection of things. 21. Physical strength and good health. 22. In a way that shows that one is not treating something as serious; casually.

1. A shiny silicate mineral with a layered structure, found as minute scales in granite and other rocks. 2. The confident and forceful expression or promotion of oneself, one’s views, or one’s desires. 3. Utterly bewilder or perplex someone. 4. A piece of turf cut out of the ground by a golf club in making a stroke. 5. A sloping grooved board or surface on which washed dishes are left to drain into an adjacent sink. 6. Towards or relating to the more expensive or affluent sector of the market. 12. Critical explanation or interpretation of a text, especially of scripture. 14. Dried leaves of tea. 17. Used before a singular noun to refer to all the individual members of a set. 20. Spend time doing nothing.

ORDER YOUR PHOTOS TODAY

Feb 20 to March 20

You can anger others quickly this week. Avoid overspending on items for your home. A change of attitude has probably disrupted your home environment. You need to keep busy doing things that you both enjoy.

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FLOORS

Trust the FLOOR Covering Man! Carpet & Vinyl > Carpet & Vinyl Tiles > Floating Floors

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

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

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FUEL receive 4¢ per litre discount by presenting this ad

Service StationS open to the public

24 hour Fuel Service to approved customers (Mareeba only)

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

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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

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CHILDCARE

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96 James Street, Mareeba

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

Vertical & Venetian Blinds Panel Glides > Timber Blinds

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

For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619

BLINDS

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phOne 4092 2922

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Phone: 0429 869 023 For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619

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

BLINDS

Open 7 Days FOr Lunch anD Dinner

Tracks > Rods Competitive Curtains & Furnishings

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business

HIC D ES

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

Creating high quality artwork with a difference for your business!

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business IRRIGATION

DIRECTORY PEST MANAGEMENT

I.T

TRANSPORT

P & M Carriers  Taxi Trucks - Tail-Lifters  Express Couriers

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

POOL MAINTENANCE

POOL MAINTENANCE & POOL SHOP 71 BYRNES STREET, MAREEBA “WE OFFER A COMPLETE ON SITE POOL SERVICE”

now open at 2B Middlemiss St, Mareeba

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P: 4092 1443 or 0413 013 297

PLUMBING

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CAIRNS • MOSSMAN • TABLELANDS DAILY

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4035 2034

TIMBER

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BURRATRONICS

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• Laptops, Tablets, and Towers • Custom Systems • Phone and Tablet Repairs and Accessories • Networking Solutions PH: (07) 4092 7038 www.burratronics.com.au BURRATRONICS

SECURITY

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MOTOR MECHANIC

• 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

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DEADLINE

• 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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TABLELANDS TREELOPPING

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TRANSPORT

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VENUE HIRE

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Church Notices

Training/ Courses

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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Williams sister represents Mareeba MAREEBA has been thrust into the national spotlight after a brush with tennis royalty. Venus Williams, who faced her superstar sister Serena in last Saturday’s Australian Open final, was chosen to represent the town in a ballot as part of a Tennis Australia community participation competition run for clubs who held Free Tennis Days. All Australian tennis clubs who held an open day were eligible to have a player representing their town or region. The club would have scored $5000 from Tennis Australia if Venus had won, but were unlucky as she bowed out 6-4 6-4 to Serena, who represented the town of Bentleigh in Victoria. Australian Open 2016 Free Tennis Day winners Swan Hill and Two Wells (SA) were treated to a special town celebration and other prizes earlier in the year. Swan Hill also got global exposure when Novak Djokovic became an honor-

FAMOUS FACE: Tennis star Venus Williams represented Mareeba at the Australian Open. PICTURE: TENNIS AUSTRALIA

ary mayor of the town, even donning the “town gown” to announce his new title and giving local fans the ultimate experience when visitors from the region were invited to a meet and greet with him. World No. 21 Sam Stosur said the Free Tennis Day campaign is a great way to increase tennis participation in local communities. “Tennis and being active is integral to keeping communities healthy, and I think Free Tennis Days are a great initiative as they invite everyone to come and try the sport,” she said. “Being able to reward clubs who hold Free Tennis Days with an opportunity to get involved in the Australian Open is a great way to acknowledge their efforts in promoting tennis in their community. “As a player, it’s such a good feeling to have a whole town cheering for you and to see towns and clubs engaging with the Australian Open because of this campaign.”

Gymnastics club shines again THE Mareeba Gymnastics Club has jumped to success after scoring a major state award. The club was awarded best in Club Facility Development for a medium-sized club at last month’s Gymnastics Queensland Annual Awards in Brisbane. It follows an extensive set of upgrades the club’s Abbott St facility has undergone, including a building extension, new lighting, roller doors and a larger car park. The upgrades were funded by Mareeba Shire Council, sporting grants and the club, who also purchased new equipment and

matting. Club coaching director Kelly Tulloch said she was thrilled with the award, which recognised the growing popularity of gymnastics in Mareeba. “We now have a facility where we can run sanctioned events,” she said. “It will be great for the region by bringing in competitors from outside town, but it will also give those kids who aren’t competing a chance to come along and have a look at where gymnastics can lead to.” The award capped off a successful 2016 for the club’s young gymnasts, who com-

peted in both regional and State titles. 330 members were signed up to the club last year and Mrs Tulloch said she hoped to get similar numbers in 2017. “At this stage we’ve taken about 120 members since the beginning of January,” she said. “We’ve got a range of members at the club, ranging from toddlers right through to adults. “We cater for kids who want to do it competitively and those who want to do it for fun and fitness.”

NICELY DONE: Mareeba Gymnastics Club coaching director Kelly Tulloch at last month’s Gymnastics Queensland Annual Awards in Brisbane.

Under 14’s off to flying start

The boys celebrate a wicket off the bowling of Brenden Johns.

MAREEBA’s under 14 boys resumed their cricket season after the Christmas break, playing a T20 round robin competition on Sunday. In their first match of the day, the boys were sent into bat first by Barron River. The openers got off to a flying start with Jett Prien scoring 47 runs off 30 balls and well supported by Freddy Cambage with 10. Solid batting in the middle order from Mitchell Patterson and Jarrod France saw the home side finish on 4/144. Barron River was in trouble from the beginning with 11-year-old Jake Bombardieri getting two wickets in the first over and they never really recovered to finish 10/90. Jake finished the game with 3/4 off two overs. The second game of the day saw the boys fielding

first. Tight bowling from the whole team gave Mareeba had the upper hand with Brenden Johns and Jeremy Fletcher both picking up two wickets each. Port Douglas finished with on 8/126. After losing a wicket from the first ball, Zac 'Turbo' Myrteza (35) and Dylan Stafford (12) got things back on track and were supported by Ben Jones (25) and Jett Prien with a quickfire 27. The Mareeba side ended the day on another win with a total of 5/143. The young boys now take on Atherton at the weekend in a top of the table clash at home. This local derby will be the biggest match of the season and everyone is welcome to come along and cheer the boys on.

RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS Mareeba Golf Club Week ending 29 January 2017 Thursday Sporters: 26.01.17, Winner: Brett Stallan (22) (cb), R/UP: Tim Lambert (22), NTP 8: Hugh Henry. Raffle: Anne Lavers. Friday Comp: 27.01.17 Single Stableford Sponsor: Mareeba Golf Club: Winner: Peter Johnston (34) NTP: Grant Cupitt. Saturday Comp: 28.01.17 - 4BBB, Sponsor: Mareeba Golf Club. Winners: Terry Payne & Les Elliott (45), Runner Up: Gavin Smith Peter Johnston 42 (cb), NTP: Charlie Bewick (8) Charlie Bewick (13), Rundown: Brian Brown Frank Jones (42) Harry Alykhan Dave Arthur (41). Sunday Comp: 20.01.17 - Single Stableford Sponsor: Mareeba Steggles. Winner: Jay Amundsen (36), R/UP: Anthony

Mete (34), NTP: Jay Amundsen (11) & Anthony Mete (4). Yungaburra Bowls Club Friday, 27th January - Jackpot Pairs - Winners: Tony Whykes and Kay Andersen. Runner’s Up: Richard and Maureen Graf. Richard and Maureen are new members/bowlers who started playing last February at our Tuesday Barefoot Night Bowls. Well done Great effort. Saturday, 28th February Saturday SS Triples - Cancelled. Atherton Rifle Club The Atherton Rifle range was busy over the weekend with two days of shooting. Saturday, January 28 was a fine and sunny day with tricky winds for double

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1000 yard shoot with these results - T.R: Jason Kuchel 98.7, Gary Moss 82.3. F Open: Dave Stewart 122.3, Craig Pocock 101.1, Barry Ellis 96.2, Rod Ranclaud 96.1, Mat Jensen 91.1, Mark Edge 90.1, Nathan Jaris 73.F Standard: Travis Kohn 109.3, Richard Butt 108.2, Bill Carrick 105.2, Shaun Drummond 88, Daniel Turner 68. Sunday, January 29 was another fine and sunny day with the tricky winds still around for double 900 yards. T.R: Gary Moss 96.4. Field Rifle: Lucas White 108.2. F Open: Barry Ellis 104.1, Rod Ranclaud 98.0. F Standard: Travis Kohn 114.4, Richard Butt 113.4, Peter White 112.2, Brian Helring 109.1, Bill Carrick 106.3, Danny Turner 90. The next shoot will be double 500 yards at Herberton Sunday,

February 5 starting at 9am. Mareeba Tennis Tuesday social tennis: Winner: Wanda. Thurs 8am social tennis - winners: 26/1/2017: Terry. Mareeba & Memorial Bowls Thursday: Winners – Nick McIntyre, Carmel DeZen R/U Trevor Gray, Elio Crema. Sunday: Lawries 80th Birthday sponsored day was played for to-day after being washed out on Wednesday, however during the rain we enjoyed his beautiful birthday cake and the company of his family who provided afternoon tea. Results to-day: 1st – Shay Keddie, Joan Ciobo, Sue Brady. 2nd – Santina Tiraboschi, Rose Parry, Eileen Stevens.

3rd – Betty Dalgety, Joy Dennis, Peter Soda. Mareeba Rifle Club inc. The Mareeba Rifle Club shot a 2 X 800yd comp. on Sunday the 29th January 2017. The conditions were very good, but very steamy. F Open - J. Todd (Mareeba): (10/11)56.1; 64.3 – 120.4. F Std - A. Simpson (Mareeba): (10/11) 52.3; 58.2 – 111.5. FTR - K. Warren(Mareeba): (15/15) (left out scores sorry). Target Rifle - F. Chester (Mareeba): (15/15) 73.9; 71.5 – 144.14 M. Beecham (Mareeba): (15/15) 73.8; 71.5 – 144.13, D. Ford (Mareeba): (15/15) 74.11; 75.7 – 149.18.

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Roosters set for big trial tests

Senior Roosters young gun Jack Willis.

games for Atherton, with the club to play against Ivanhoes in the under19, reserves and A-grade divisions at Roosters Stadium. Townsville club Norths and Cairns team Southern Suburbs are also playing an Agrade trial match. While the Roosters have stayed under the radar in the off-season, coach Dean Howard said he was happy with preparations for 2017 after winning the Big Improvers Title last year. “We started our pre-season training back in mid-November and some of the boys have really been putting in the hard yards, ”Howard said. "Our group of younger players have resigned and we now have some new faces arriving to fill the front row gap.” Meanwhile, Townsville Norths coach Jason Cook said his team was looking forward to the return trip to Atherton after their first visit last year. “It was a great night of footy last year and we jumped at the chance to return in 2017,” he said. “The hospitality shown by the senior Roosters players was outstanding and it’s great to be playing another club from the www.mareebanetball.qld.netball.com.au CDRL in Suburbs. "It is our first hit out for the year and also gives us a chance to do some team bonding.” Norths expect to travel with a full strength side which includes former Townsville Blackhawks players Tom Humble, Joe Mua and Wayne Ulugia, while forward PJ Webb was been recruited from Cairns (EFTPOS available) Brothers. Match times for the February 18 trials FOR MORE INFORMATION will be released closer to the date before P: 0427 994 082E: mareebanetball@gmail.com Roosters will play their second trial at MaLike us on Facebook reeba on February 25.

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A TABLELANDS Rhee Tae Kwon Do school is putting the call out for new members this year. Rhee Tae Kwon Do teaches unarmed combat for selfdefence purposes, combining the skilled application of powerful kicks, strikes and blocks. It is the most powerful art of self-defence. Rhee Tae Kwon Do has been established in Mareeba and the Tablelands for more than 30 years, seeing many families and friends train together with discipline while improving coordination, concentration and fitness. People of all ages and fitness levels are encouraged to attend, with classes taught by fully qualified male and female black belt instructors. Those interested can attend a free class to try the sport

for themselves. Classes are held on Monday and Thursday nights from 6.30pm to 7.30pm at the PCYC Hall along Walsh St in Mareeba, while Atherton classes are held at the Atherton Centre Masonic Hall along Golf links Rd on the same dates and times. Special packages for families are also available. Mareeba’s 2017 Classes recommenced on January 30 and an enrolment day will be held at the PCYC Hall this Saturday from 10am to 11.30am. Everyone is invited to attend. For more information, call Frank on 4092 3894 or 0418 774 824.

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Pride test to set gauge on Gators THE Mareeba Gladiators will get their first chance to test player combinations and tactics when they face the Northern Pride’s Under 20s squad in a trial match this Saturday. Gladiators player-coach Tye Ingebrigtsen said the shakedown run, to be played in Innisfail, was the perfect preparation ahead of their next trials against Mossman/Port Douglas (February 11) and Atherton (February 25). “We’re really looking forward to getting out on the field and gelling as a team,” he said. “The opposition is going to be quality and a great test for us because the Pride Under 20s have been training hard since November.” Ironically, Mareeba’s Mitch

Brimm and Ben Coccoline will be playing against their home team after being called up by the Pride Under 20s. Meanwhile, the Pride’s Intrust Super Cup squad will also feature Gladiators Clint Posselt and George House, going up against the Cowboys Under 20s at Gordonvale on the same day. Ingebrigtsen said the gaps left in the playing group were a good chance to test his side’s depth. “It’s all about effort and putting their right foot forward to get selection in our top 17,” he said. “There’s no guarantees playing in our A-grade side this year, everyone has to work hard for it.” Of interest to watch will be the

GOING IN HARD: The Mareeba Gladiators get stuck into a pre-season training session.

Gladiators’ revamped forward pack, featuring Kiwi heavyweights Mahe Likio, Okomaka Talagi and Henare Meava. “I’m not looking for a result, it doesn’t bother me if we lose,” Ingebrigtsen said. “It’s about giving people the best opportunity to make the A-grade side. “It’s going to take us a while to get used to new combinations and everyone playing in the same side.” The trial match will kick off at 6pm at Innisfail’s Calendar Park.

Gladiators Squad 1. Joey Burchell 18. Birdsall Faapepelle 3. Esera Fa’aofo 4. Tom Hughes 5. Jack Hogan 6. Sonny Kerr 19. Tye Ingebrigtsen 8. Henare Meava 9. Maddie Oosen (c) 10. Kurt Jackson 11. Liam Saumalu

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