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Mareeba Annuals set to captivate

MAREEBA’s hallmark racing event is almost upon us once again, with the highly anticipated ‘Mareeba Annuals’ set to deliver on and off the track on Saturday, September 5 at the Mareeba Turf Club. Among those excited are Wendy Rutherford and Gemma Quigg, who attended last Saturday’s ‘Pink Ribbon Garden Party in their finest fashion.

TURN TO PAGE 5 for the ‘Annuals’ preview.

TRC’s darkest hour

By Justin Fris

THE Tablelands Regional Council officially hit rock bottom during last Thursday morning’s meeting, in yet another painstaking blow for progression-based governance in our region.

Two councillor walk outs and a councillor initially denied participation via videolink outlined how fractured relations have become between councillors; and for all TRC ratepayers, it’s a sizeable slap to the face.

Councillor Marjorie Pagani – who was unable to attend the meeting in person – had organised to appear via videolink, with technology set up in

the room ready to go.

Deputy CEO Matthew Hyde (filling in for CEO Ian Church) said: “Cr Pagani contacted me via email on August 19 and requested to attend the meeting remotely,” he said.

“I advised all Councillors of her absence and request late Wednesday afternoon and provided the legislative requirements for attending a Council ordinary meeting.

“TRC Councillors attending a meeting remotely is a discretionary matter, as we did not have a policy position on remote attendance at that time.”

Despite this, TRC Mayor Rosa Lee Long

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deemed Cr Pagani’s rationale for absence was unsatisfactory, and suggested that her videolink representation in the meeting be denied.

Prior to vote, Cr Geoff Stocker said: “I believe the Council has the discretion to enable it to decide whether the circumstances are appropriate for a teleconferencing event.

“I certainly wasn’t notified and I don’t know whether other councillors have been notified directly; except, perhaps, Cr (Shaaron) Linwood.

“The first notification I had of this was late yesterday afternoon, in an email from the acting CEO. And in the absence of an adequate Council policy regarding which circumstances we would

make in this situation, I’m afraid I cannot support this motion.”

Mayor Lee Long added: “I think we should consider whether the extenuating circumstances are valid; we don’t have a reason, we don’t know whether Cr Pagani is even on the Tablelands, Brisbane or the Gold Coast.

“We don’t know where she is or why. And if this gets approved today, it means at our future Council meetings, any Councillor can ring in and say they wish to appear remotely.” Cr Linwood then outlined her disgust at these sentiments.

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Science made fun at libary

By Justin Fris STUDENTS across the Tablelands eagerly took part in ‘National Science Week’ celebrations last Thursday afternoon at the Mareeba Shire Library.

Held from 3.30pm, students aged between 6 and 14 were given an opportunity to learn about basic scientific principles – all while having a load of fun along the way. Two things stood out about the session – one, the unity between all students regardless of which school they attended, along with the thrilled smiles as they learned something new.

Mareeba Library branch supervisor Wendy Rutherford said interest in the event had been really solid and that many in attendance were regular borrowers from the library.

“We were only able to take a certain amount of children,” she said. “We wanted to make the experiments as fun and interactive as possible.”

Along with engaging the children through educa-

Mareeba Library branch supervisor Wendy Rutherford explains the essential components of an impending experiment.

tion, a novel take was also placed on the afternoon tea provided for the children.

“Now what you see on that plate over there – that is no ordinary bowl of fruit,” she said. “As you can see, the children have eaten the majority of the frogs’ legs

(Kiwi Fruit pieces) and alien eyes (Strawberries).”

The library is planning to have several exciting activities planned for the upcoming school holidays, along with its continued commitment to weekly craft, rhyme and storytelling workshops.

Pink Ribbon Party a colourful success

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PINK was the colour of choice last Saturday afternoon at the Mareeba Turf Club, with hundreds attending the Cancer Council Queensland-endorsed ‘Pink Ribbon Garden Party.’

The ladies were dressed in their finest as they chatted eagerly amid a beautiful lulling breeze under the shady marquees.

Organised by the Mareeba Lioness Club, volunteers spent months planning every fine detail for the day – all in aid of assisting those impacted by cancer.

Mareeba Lioness Club president Janet Mills said she was thankful for the sheer generosity from both volunteers and those in attendance.

“Everything from the cakes, lollies and even plants has been kindly donated,” she said. “We are also extremely thankful for the CWA ladies for their input – along with the Mareeba Turf Club, who kindly let us use their facility.”

Mrs Mills said that dedicated volunteers had sold raffle tickets months before ahead of the day and said organisers were keen to ‘open the event up a bit more’ next year, hoping that more gentleman may attend.

Cancer Council Qld regional fundraising co-ordinator Bernie McKean addressed the audience and said the Far North was one of the more generous regions in the state.

“Over $1.2 million dollar was raised in 2014 from FNQ events such as this alone,” she said.

Members of the Mareeba Lioness Club and Cancer Council Qld played a integral part at last Saturday’s ‘Pink Ribbon Garden Party’ at the Mareeba Turf Club.

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Road safety is for everyone

Luke Tudini played the part of the accident victim during Road Safety Week demonstration while emergency service personnel, Alan Clough (Ambulance), Jose Lopez (Fire) and Aleda Robbins (Police) attended to his needs.

Queensland Road Safety Week 2015 ran from August 1723; and in the Far North, the aim was to highlight the importance of road safety.

In Mareeba on Wednesday August 19, members of the emergency services including Mareeba Police, Ambulance and Fire Brigade set up a mock accident display in the park opposite St Thomas’s Parish School, in order to highlight the importance of road safety.

As local children arrived at the school, they were shown what could potentially happen if care was not taken on our roads.

Local emergency services also joined forces for the Road Safety Expo in Cairns where entry was free to all members of the public, including schools.

The 2015 Far Northern fatal road toll is by far the worst seen in this district for over 20 years, with some 26 deaths on our roads in just 33 weeks.

Road Crash Rescue Team, Paramedics and Police Forensic Crash Investigators walked onlookers through what they have to do each

TRC hits new low with chronic dysfunction From Page 1 She said: “Given we have no policy that states clearly that there has to be a reason, I do not see any reason as to why this cannot be put through today.

“Until such time as we have a policy, I’m very happy to go out of this meeting right now and call Cr Pagani and ask for her reason.

“But given there’s no policy that she has to provide a reason, I think we are nitpicking to the nth degree.”

Siding with Mayor Lee Long on the issue were Cr’s Peter Hodge and Stocker – which promptly saw Cr’s Shaaron Linwood and Rod Marti pick up their belongings and walk out of the meeting.

The meeting was promptly adjourned for one hour, with Mr Hyde placing a call to Cr Pagani to determine her reason of absence.

Mr Hyde provided clarification for The Express on the matter, explaining the regulatory side of a local government quorum.

“The provisions of the local government legislation require a quorum for a Council with an even number of councillors to be half the total number of councillors including the Mayor. Therefore the meeting today met the legal requirements for a Council’s ordinary meeting.”

He added: “Council amended its Standing

Orders to provide a general clause for councillors to attend the meeting remotely should the councillor have a personal medical condition or other extenuating circumstance that prohibits them from attending the meeting in person.

“Once this was adopted, Council moved a motion to contact Cr Pagani and see if she met the new provisions in the Standing Orders.

“The reasons that Cr Pagani provided for her inability to attend in person met the requirements of the new provision in the Standing Orders, however she declined to participate remotely at the time that she was contacted.”

In a written statement, Cr Linwood said her decision to leave the meeting ‘was not taken lightly’, but she refused to have her credibility compromised.

“There was no conceivable reason for refusing Cr Pagani’s request and absolutely nothing, apart from petty political posturing, stopping the Mayor and Cr’s Hodge and Stocker from approving her participation by teleconference; thereby affording her the opportunity to take part in the meeting.

“For them to then propose an amendment to Standing Orders to enforce conditions to allow her to participate was an appalling act, which I would have no wish to be part of.

“The decision I took to leave the meeting was not something I took lightly, but enough is enough; and I refuse to compromise my

personal values for honesty and a fair go by participating in actions that were, quite blatantly, vindictive and both ethically and morally bankrupt.”

Cr Marti added: “Democracy at the TRC has taken a big hit today. The decision to refuse a motion to allow Cr Pagani to join by teleconference, in accordance with the Local Government Act, is all about personal politics and our community is the big loser.”

Malanda Chamber of Commerce President Christine Doan wished that councillors could put their personal differences aside and consider those who actually voted them in.

“My views on the poor outcomes for our Shire due to dysfunction are well known,” she said.

“I wish the disruptive individuals could somehow find a way to put the community’s interests before their own need to create chaos.

“There is a much awaited election coming up. Let’s see some great candidates come out of the bushes.

“Tablelanders, be careful with your vote.

We do not need any more of this squabbling and waste of resources; but a council which has a vision and works creatively together to achieve it for the best future for all.”

Cr Marjorie Pagani was successfully contacted in regard to the matter, however did not provide her response by our print deadline.

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Recognising the seniors in our society

Lealani Richardson and Clive Cummings took part in Atherton’s ‘Seniors Week’ celebration at Atherton Amcal.

By Justin Fris RESIDENTS across the Tablelands took part in statewide celebrations last week, commemorating ‘Seniors Week’.

A week dedicated to recognising the special part that seniors play in our society, several exciting functions were held across the region.

Mareeba hosted a morning tea at its International Club last Friday morning, while Atherton held a similar cake-cutting ceremony at its AMCAL chemist outlet on Cook Street.

Prior to the events, Mareeba Shire Council Mayor Tom Gilmore encouraged all residents

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“This is an opportunity to enjoy great company, food and entertainment whilst having fun talking about the joys of growing older,” he said.

“Many older people assist their families with caring responsibilities whilst being actively involved in their communities through volunteering and passing on their knowledge and experience to others.

“Seniors Week provides an opportunity to celebrate the wonderful contribution seniors make, and it is our chance to thank our seniors for their great contribution they have made and

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On the morning of the Mareeba event, seats were at a premium for the morning tea, with a quality assortment of tasty treats, tea and coffee available for all.

Along with a performance from the St Thomas’s and St Stephen’s combined band – seniors were able to take in several tunes from yesteryear – with Elvis Presley getting the audience’s tick of approval.

Mayor Gilmore (along with fellow councillors and staff) attended to duties throughout and freely mingled with those at the richly deserved occasion.

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KEY local stakeholders from a wealth of different backgrounds gathered last Thursday evening at the Mareeba RSL for the ‘TFC Combined Chambers’ forum.

Among those in attendance were members from various local chambers, along with representatives from the Tablelands Futures Corporation, Gulf Savannah Development and both Mareeba and Tablelands-based councils.

The forum gave a good opportunity for all chambers to gather together, with event facilitator Michael Lawrence (TFC chair) providing a informative and educational format for issues to be raised.

Mr Ian McKirdy (representing the Palaszczuk Government) began proceedings by outlining key issues with the Northern Australia White Paper, along with key state government policies.

Within the provided dossiers, several timelines were included for a raft of different portfolios within the White Paper; although some stakeholders made it clear that they weren’t convinced on several

road and water-based issues.

Attendees were also given an opportunity to learn more about enhancing their digital productivity through social media, while Gulf Savannah CEO Lara Wilde briefed parties in regard to happenings in the Gulf. All chamber presidents were then given an opportunity to speak openly about concerns impacting their region.

Kuranda Chamber of Commerce president John Robinson began proceedings by outlining both concerns regarding business attitude in the town and the overall state of range.

Mareeba Chamber of Commerce president Joe Moro said there were plenty of exciting projects moving ahead in the region, but also highlighted concerns about roads within the region.

Christine Doan – who wore hats for both the Atherton and Malanda Chambers on the night – delivered a fantastic presentation, along with taking a cheeky swipe at the currently fractured TRC. All parties then continued to network after the event, in which was truly a special and fantastic concept for all involved.

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Community doing its best to unite

By Justin Fris A progress report of the Ravenshoe Cafe explosion was formally approved by the Tablelands Regional Council on Thursday morning.

TRC Senior Advisor - Disaster Management Sarah Dean, provided a description of the report’s findings.

Ms Dean said she had been heartened by the participation at two recent community events in Ravenshoe, which indicated that the community was doing its best to unite.

Councillor Shaaron Linwood said: “I am very pleased with the report which reflects the significant amount of work that the very committed members of the Recovery Group and the independent Ravenshoe Appeals Distribution Committee have put in over the time since the explosion,” she said.

“There has been significant positive progress made in that time and the implementation of the Case Coordination Group has been a further step in assisting the recovery of the injured by ensuring they are receiving every assistance and sup-

port that they require in their journey to recovery.

“It has been wonderfully affirming as well to see the number of volunteers from right across the Tablelands and beyond who have put up their hands to assist in the recovery efforts of the injured and the communities impacted by offering their time to clean houses, mow yards, provide transport to medical appointments and the like.”

Along with the report, Cheryl Matthews was formally announced as the newly appointed Community Development Disaster Community Officer in light of the incident.

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“Cheryl Matthews is well known and respected for her work in Disaster Management and I am absolutely delighted she is now a part of the team working with the Recovery Group,” Cr Linwood said.

“She will have a fairly broad area to cover, given that whilst the event took part in Ravenshoe, community members from across the Tablelands have been affected and she will be working hard to ensure that they have input into the types of services that she might be able to facilitate.”

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By Justin Fris MAREEBA’s hallmark racing event is almost upon us once again, with the highly anticipated ‘Mareeba Annuals’ set to deliver on and off the track on Saturday, September 5, at the Mareeba Turf Club.

With spring approaching, everybody will be dressed to impress, with plenty of entertainment on offer for everyone.

There will be a five race program, with the

hallmark event definitely the 1500m ‘Airfirst Mareeba Cup’, with $12,000 in prize money on offer.

The field for the Cup will not be determined until the Thursday before the meet, once all weights and acceptances have been processed.

Equally of note, is the ‘Graham Hotel Bracelet Stakes’, which will be run off 1010m.

Prize money is an imposing $9000 for the race.

For the ladies, focus will most likely be centred around the ‘Bendigo Bank Fashions on the Field’ with 10 separate categories, ranging

from juniors to couples.

Mareeba Turf Club secretary John Thurlow will be attending his 8th Annuals and said marquees for the day will be highly popular, with valued corporate sponsors wining and dining.

“It’s a great opportunity for everyone to get dressed up,” he said. “It’s a day that many really look forward to.”

The Mareeba Annuals will commence on Saturday, September 5, from 11am, with ample parking around the vicinity of the Mareeba Turf Club precinct for patrons.

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The Garden Expo has expanded to include lifestyle exhibits and this year there will be over 60 stalls for your enjoyment. You are sure to find that plant you have always wanted and experts will be on hand to advise you to ensure that your treasured plants survive and thrive.

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A scarecrow and paint a boot competitions for the children will be held, along with the cut flower exhibition. Bring along your scarecrow, boot or finest cut flower to Atherton Showground by 3pm this Friday, August 28. Ladies wear your garden hat and win a prize.

The Tablelands Garden Expo Committee encourages the community to come along and support this annual family event. Money raised is returned to other community groups to assist them in their activities. This year more than $4,000 was donated to various community groups including scouting and guide groups and Soldier On. Entry is still only $5.00 and under 15’s are free.

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meeting via telephone hook up.

No reason was given by Cr Pagani to explain why she could not attend in person.

Cr Shaaron Linwood said she supported Cr Pagani’s request, but she would not provide any information on which the request could be considered by other councillors, saying that giving a reason was not necessary. Cr Rod Marti supported Cr. Linwood’s view.

The matter was put to a vote, and the request by Cr Pagani was denied. Crs Linwood

and Marti then left the meeting.

As there was still a quorum, the meeting I have attended several Tablelands Regional continued, with an immediate consideration Council meetings as an observer over the of a council policy on the consideration of past 12 months, to familiarise myself with such requests, which now includes a requirecouncil issues and meeting processes, as I ment for a reason to be given. will be nominating as a councillor at the local The meeting adjourned, and Cr Pagani government election next March. was contacted. I understand a reason was At the start of the August 20 meeting, given by her, and she was then invited to parMayor Lee Long explained that Council had ticipate in the meeting by telephone. received a request from Cr Marjorie Pagani Cr Pagani declined. Cr’s Linwood and for her to be allowed to participate in the Marti were also contacted, and they refused to return to the meeting.

The meeting resumed, and the business of Council was conducted smoothly, with no requirement for a casting vote of the Mayor.

It is very disappointing that some councillors appear to have lost respect for the very important job that they were OVERN HOT IG elected to do.

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People that like to be kept informed and who don’t enjoy ads default to the ABC, but only some voters appreciate the majority of the commentary.

If the ABC were a car it would pull so savagely to the left that it wouldn’t pass a roadworthy.

The driver of our expensive but un-roadworthy ABC for the last nine years has been Mark Scott, who is paid most handsomely to keep it running correctly.

It’s our ABC, whether we vote left, right or centre, and it is an abrogation of responsibility by Mark Scott that it has become a $1.1 billion per annum promotional vehicle for the political left.

Peter Campion, Tolga

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a teleconferencing, Mayor Rosa Lee Long demanded a reason and the location of Cr Pagani. Madam Mayor, your demand was not in accordance with LGR in my view.

Cr Linwood and Cr Marti walked out of the meeting in protest at the refusal to approve the tele-conferencing request. After a long delay, the Mayor and two councillors, Cr Hodge and Cr Stocker, returned and the council meeting proceeded. Under the circumstances, I question the legality of this council meeting if the LGR was not adhered to.

Mayor Lee Long, you excel in dividing the council and the community.

Yvonne Horton, Atherton

FOOTY fans within the Etheridge Shire are in for a real treat, with a fantastic evening of rugby league inked in for Saturday September 19 at the Georgetown Sports Oval.

Along with three games to soak up with family and friends, there will be ample entertainment options for the kids – culminating with a fantastic fireworks display after the main game.

Kicking off at 4pm, the evening will begin with a junior match up, with the Etheridge Brumbies taking on the Morn-

ington Island Rangers.

A special game of mixed Austag has been planned from 5.15pm, in what will be a special occasion of unity and sportsmanship.

On ground festivities will conclude with the main event on the card, with the Etheridge Boars taking on the Mornington Island Boars from 6.30pm.

Footy food will also be plentiful, with ample opportunity to go grab a nice warm meat pie and bask in the atmosphere.

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An artist’s impression of the facility.

A ‘new’ building for Heritage Centre When plans were drawn up for a new building to replicate the main building at the Mareeba Heritage Centre, the estimated cost of the project was going to be $450,000, plus.

A fundraising program was then put into place, but due to the financial climate at the time, it was realised that it would take years to raise that amount, if at all.

Locals Ron Blundell and Noel Morris purchased a property on the corner of Strattman and Keeble Streets – which contained an old Queenslander, ‘Jamieson House’, which was built in 1905.

With little or no use for the dwelling, it was offered to the Mareeba Heritage Centre free of charge, except for the relocation and renovation costs.

At 5am on Thursday August 20, after a short journey from Strattman Street via Walsh Street, the Queenslander was relocated to its new home at the Mareeba Heritage Centre.

Mary Thompson, lifelong friend and volunteer at the Mareeba Heritage Centre, said that by the time the project is finished it will have cost half the price of the original new building, while at the same time it was a bonus to have a wonderful old

Queenslander on their site.

“We hope to have the project completed in time for the Heritage Centre’s 20th Anniversary in November this year; although looking at the work that’s needed to bring the old girl back to life, it may not be ready in time,” she said.

“I would really like to acknowledge the work and effort that both Ron Blundell and Noel Morris have put in and continue to put into the Heritage Centre, without their efforts visitors would be less fortunate.

“Once all the finishing touches are done we will look to decorate the house with displays from our past.”

Mary Thompson in front of the relocated house.

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Cultures on display at annual festival Arnold Park in Mareeba will come alive this Saturday, as residents of the region celebrate the 17th Annual Mareeba Multicultural Festival.

Representatives of all the different cultures are asked to assemble at Arnold Park at 9.15 am, with the parade of nations beginning at 9.30.

Aunty Loretta Baker will do the official “Welcome to Country”, before the day kicks into gear with cultural acts from across the north.

President Giuliano Cordenos said everything is ready: “We hope the weather is kind to us, we have a very exciting array of performers this year that will keep the crowd entertained all day long.

“Also for the first time we have a number of souvenir tea towels that are available for sale for just $8 – they make a great gift and can be sent overseas as a memento of the occasion.”

A lot of other prizes will also be given away during the course of the day.

There are only a limited number available so get in quick before they all go.

“We have done our best and now it’s up to the public to enjoy it all,” he said.

Mareeba Multicultural Festival Committee members Sabrina Liaver and Fatima Metou with the special souvenir tea towel available for purchase at the this years festival.

PROGRAM OF EVENTS 9.15am: Assemble at Arnold Park 9.30am: Parade of Nations with the Pipe Band 9.45am: Kiara Cabassi (Advance Australia Fair) 9.50am: “Aunty Loretta Baker” Welcome to Land 10.00am: Mareeba State Primary School 10.15am: High School Band and Performers 10.30am: Bama Dayal Aboriginal Group 10.45am: Sing Australia 11.00am: Irish Dancing 11.10am: Ashley, Annie and Family 11.15am: Bama Dayal Aboriginal Group 11.30am: Bella Cappella

11.45am: 12.00pm: 12.15pm: 12.30pm: 12.45pm: 1.00pm:

1.30pm: 1.45pm: 2.00pm:

Ritmos Demi Tierra Tango Craze Edelweiss Dancers Anahita Mizani, Persian (Iranian) Dancer Les Caracoles Segondo and Angela Band Welcome Address Giuliano Cordenos, Member for Cook Billy Gordon, Mayor of Mareeba Shire Council Tom Gilmore, Citizenship Ceremony Sam Paguita, Filipino Dance Group Mareeba Spanish Dancers Serbian Cultural Dancers

2.15pm: 2.30pm: 2.45pm: 3.00pm: 3.15pm: 3.30pm: 3.45pm: 4.00pm: 4.15pm: 4.30pm: 5.00pm:

Albanian Dancers Kainga Tonga Edelweiss Dancers Zagareb Island Dancing Michael Samanes Singing Greek Dancers Zumba Exercise Demonstration St. Stephens and St. Thomas’s Combined Band B-Boy-Sped Mareeba Fijian Community Zorba the Greek Finale

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SERVICE CLUB NEWS Atherton Meals on Wheels – Yearly report atherton Meals on Wheels (AMOW) are proud to report that for the financial year July 2014June 2015, we cooked and delivered 11,700 meals to those in need of this service in our local and near community.

This was achieved under the guidance of our hard working coordinator Pat Gane, the kitchen staff, volunteers,deliverers and the organizing and planning committee. We provide nourishing three course meals, three times a week, with a maximum of seven meals per week, per client.

Our service extends from the Atherton township to Malanda, Yungaburra, and our longest run incorporates Tolga, Rangeview, Walkamin and Kiari. We are now in our forty first year of operation and we continue to appreciate the wonderful community support that comes in many and various ways.

Besides this the fundraising activi-

ties of local businesses and community organizations have enabled us to purchase expensive operating equipment. We also very much appreciate the support of our farming community who donate and provide for us locally grown fruits and vegetables.

Atherton Meals on Wheels would like to express our gratitude to one of our volunteer hero, Ed Mc Carthy, who passed away recently.

Ed contributed 15 years as a volunteer, committee member and a rep for clients and is sadly missed by all.

On Thursday August 27, AMOW will be having a promotion display at the Atherton Square Shopping centre, from 9am to 1pm, to educate the community about the services on offer. Volunteers will be in attendance to provide information on Meals on Wheels .

For more information please call AMOW on 4091 1686.

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With almost 17,000 domestic sales since its launch in 1989, the all-new fourth generation ND model starts from $31,990*, a mere $2,000 more than the 1989 introductory price, but with considerably more standard features.

Available in two grades including the Roadster and The Mareeba Mazda Sales Team – Santo Rogato, Peter Acha, David Mete, the new the high-spec Roadster GT, kid on the block Adrian Madrid and the new MX-5 Roadster. the All-New Mazda MX-5 will offer two powertrains and two There are a couple of new addiThe other new team member tions to the Mareeba Mazda team. is the all-new Mazda MX-5, the transmission types.

Launching with a 1.5L SKYACDealer principal David Mete, intro- world’s most popular two-seater duces his new sale representative, roadster is set to excite and has TIV-G petrol engine which outputs 96kW of power and 150Nm of landed at Mareeba Mazda.

Adrian Madrid.

Adrian is a well known local More than 25 years ago, the torque, the MX-5 comes with either lad who has stepped up from the world was introduced to a new a 6-speed SKYACTIV-MT manual service department into sales as breed of sports car when the MX-5 or a 6-speed automatic transmisthe business prepares for a bright was unveiled; today the All-New sion.

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have improved by almost 25 per cent compared to its predecessor, the 1.5 L with 6-speed SKYACTIVMT manual transmission sips from as little as 6.1L/100km while the automatic records a lean 6.4L/100km.

Weighing in from 1,009kg, the ND is over 90kg lighter compared to the previous NC model and a new suspension system improves turn-in ability, stability when braking and control when cornering. A newly designed soft top makes it easy to open and close the roof in seconds.

MZD Connect, Mazda’s advanced infotainment system, with a seveninch touch screen operated by a centrally located commander control makes its debut on MX-5.

Manufacturer’s List Price for the 1.5L roadster 6MT is $31,990 while the top of the range 2.0L roadster GT 6AT is $41,550 plus on road costs.

Available in six striking colours and three interior trim options.

The all new Mazda MX-5 is now ready for a test drive and on sale at Mareeba Mazda, 313-315 Byrnes Street, Mareeba. Phone the team on 4092 5100 and test drive for yourself today.

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The LAND Knuth rallies around electorate MEMBER for Dalrymple Shane Knuth will be leading the charge when he meets with concerned graziers and businesses within his electorate on August 31 in Charters Towers.

Mr Knuth – who is one of regional Queensland’s lone voices at the parliamentary table – will present as part of the ‘Rural Crisis Summit’, which is designed to not only talk, but actually solve issues.

“This summit isn’t just a chance to speak about the crisis, it’s about taking steps to solve it,” Mr Knuth said.

“For our area this is the fight of a generation, rural Queensland is slowly deteriorating and we need to do everything in our power to stop it.

“We’ve been calling for a complete debt restructure within the rural and regional sector and it’s time to hold our leaders to account.”

Mr Knuth added that the forum was an extension from a similar forum held in Winton last year by the Katter’s Australia Party.

“There’s no doubt there are scores of rural families under pressure at the moment and while steps have been made - it’s clearly not enough,” Mr Knuth said.

“Both levels of government have had a chance to address our combined message, this is a six month review of their progress.”

The workshops are highly interactive and inclusive.

Landcare workshops popular IT may continue to be dry across much of the southern Tablelands, however this has done little to suppress enthusiasm and innovation in Malanda.

Facilitated by Malanda Landcare, a series of workshops have been designed to cover a range of topics of which can benefit local graziers.

Some of these topics range from: chemical handling, beef production, chainsaw safety along with fencing and re-vegetation.

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All workshops have been made possible due to funding by the Department of Agriculture, with Malanda Landcare president Peter Arnold-Knott happy with the participant feedback he has received.

“We have tried various methods to reach out to amateur farmers, new arrivals or those wanting to polish up or add to existing skills on the land,” he said.

“This has been really well received by people from all walks of life and we are delighted with the help from government and groups like the Malanda Beef Group, as well as, the quality of the teachers, the venues, and the eager students.”

Kym Kruse’s compost workshop is the next cab off the rank, which will be held on September 1 and 2. If you would like to attend, please contact Mr Kruse on 0447 054 466.

Another record falls at Mareeba trade sale THE EXPRESS reports agents yarded 1804 cattle at the Mareeba Saleyards on Tuesday August 18, which was down 73 from the previous sale.

The good times continue to roll for agents, buyers and graziers, with yet another record falling bright and early.

Midweight steers eased a little bit this week, although they were still in good supply. A line of four C4 scores topping 257.2c/kg ($1,286.00).

Only one heavier (750kg) steer was yarded, with it realising to a top of 189.2c/kg ($1,750.10).

Heaver cows had a much improved week, with a line of 4 C4 scores topping 231.2c/kg ($1,213.80).

Heaver heifers were in short supply, and made up to 213.2c/kg. Lighter types dominated the bull component of the yarding and sold to a top of 231.6c/kg. 33 D3 midweights (650kg) broke a saleyard record, fetching 232.2c/kg ($1,340.44).

If you would like to nominate your cattle for any upcoming sale, please contact your local agent or the Mareeba Saleyards on 0439 737 175.

SUGAR REPORT Mossman Mill crushed 19,385 tonnes of cane at an average CCS of 13.68 for Week 14 of the crushing season.

The factory had several large stops during the week due to leaking tubes in the main boiler and the subsequent repair works.

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The factory has now processed 438,760 tonnes of cane at an average CCS of 11.63.

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Watch the Chef’s Competition, bring along antiques to the Antique Road Show, indulge in the fine food, relax in the shaded seating and enjoy the entertainment all day.

Buy your tickets from Travel Experience Mareeba and Atherton or at The Express office in Mareeba.

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Narnia – The Horse and His Boy THE Atherton Performing Arts is set to premiere the stage production of Narnia – The Horse and His Boy, this Friday evening at Silo Road Theatre, Atherton, from 7pm.

The story based on the book by C.S. Lewis tells of the epic journey of a young adventurer and his friends striving to reach Narnia in their quest for freedom. Along the way they become caught up in a marketplace, entangled with Narnian royalty and embroiled in a battle. All under the shadow of the lion and a prophecy.

The only Narnian tale to occur while Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy are actually on the throne in Narnia, The Horse and His Boy has been adapted for the stage by local writer/ composers Jacqui Stephens and Pat Schafer. The project was three years in the making with both Schafer and

Stephens writing numerous songs in a response to the charm, spirit and personality of the novel. And now after months of work with cast and crew, they, as directors hope their audiences will also feel intrigued, excited and uplifted as they are swept along on this epic journey.

The musical fantasy has an orchestra, cast and crew of 80, (including young and old adults, teenagers and children) and will appeal to patrons of all ages. There is something in it for everyone as the story unfolds on different levels – adventure, charm and mystery.

There are 10 showings between August 28 and September 13, including three Sunday matinees. Bookings can be made at Tableland Books, Atherton, phone 4091 5137.

Variety Bash make a difference to students at Dimbulah State School The students of Dimbulah State School share their experience...

On Wednesday, August 5, the Variety Club Bash came to Dimbulah State School for a wonderful lunch and to make kids happy.

There were over one hundred cars in the rally and they all parked on our oval. Some of the best cars were the extended VW Beetle with a ‘Simpsons’ theme, the NASA-themed Science car, and the Scooby Doo van was really popular too. It was nearly the best school day of my life because they gave us toys and lollies and I even got a pair of cool aviator sunglasses.

The Variety Club also made a donation of digital document projectors for each classroom. The projectors let us see documents like books or worksheets projected from any desk onto the interactive whiteboards. They look like a reading light and work a bit like the old overhead projectors, but a lot more technological.

It was a fantastic day for the students at our school and we hope that all the drivers had a great adventure on their ten-day trip all the way down to Fraser Island.

- By Dimbulah State School students; Leo Balzarolo (pictured, Year 3) and Raymond Evans (Year 6).

Dimbulah State School’s Rotary Interact Club gathered support from the participants of the Variety Bash to raise funds for elected humanitarian projects.

Gypsy Busato, President of the club explains. “The day was a huge success – we raised more than enough funds to cater for our project goals,” “With these funds, Year 10 students will be able to supply blankets to Mongolia for the ‘Stand Up 4 The Gobi’ project and provide packaged foods and backpack beds to ‘Rosies’ in Mareeba.

“A huge thank you to Variety Bash 2015 participants. It is heart-warming to know that people from all over Australia are willing to support worthy causes to make the world a better place”.

- By Dimbulah State School Year 10 students of the Rotary Interact Club.

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Kicking off at 12noon, bike enthusiasts and anyone looking for a fun day and night out should head to the Mareeba Workers Club for the largest bike show in North Queensland.

The popular annual event always attracts a large crowd who flock to see the finest of bikes in the region on display.

There will be live music with three live bands – Big Wheel, Hexus and Doctor Rock. Plus a kids corner with a jumping castle and face painting – entry

Rising Sun movie news There are two excellent new movies on The Rising Sun screen this week, both starting tomorrow, Thursday August 27.

There is the engrossing and heart warming Aussie drama – LAST CAB TO DARWIN, which has received critical acclaim. Starring a top line up which includes Michael Caton and Jackie Weaver, the outback scenery is outstanding and reports from people who have seen the movie, is that it's great viewing, TRAINWRECK is a hilarious and fresh comedy, which has been well received worldwide. It stars famous comedienne Amy Schumer in her fist big movie role.

Also showing for a second great week is the excellent fast paced, MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: ROGUE NATION.

LAST CAB TO DARWIN

is free for kids. Part proceeds from the day go to the Mareeba Junior Netball Association.

Food and drinks are available all day and night and there are prizes galore in the numerous bike categories.

Bike categories include – best kids motorbike, people choice, best custom shovel, best custom evo, best twin cam, best sportster, best vintage/ classic, best british, best modified, best ladies, best paint, best jap and furtherest ridden. Nominations are free and judging is at 3pm on the day.

anything but black and white. It's well meaning and there is no shortage of heart. To its credit, it excels at observations of Australian culture, attitudes and behavior, but false notes prise us out of the overlong narrative, which lags where it should be contemplative and moving. Nonetheless, in adapting Reg Cribb's stage play for the screen, Cribb and Sims have lovingly created a wonderful scenario of contradictory characters that for the most part are rich with unexpected complexity. (Jeremy Sims' Last Train to Freo was also adapted from Reg Cribb's stage play.)

It's a close-knit community in the outpost town of Broken Hill, where Rex (Michael Caton) is the local taxi driver. The beerswilling, blokey characters with big hearts tionship with Steven (John Cena). Besides, co, Amy finds herself getting involved. Could as played by David Field, John Howard and she is a driven career-woman, writing for this be love? And could it possibly work?

Alan Dukes are familiar and credible. It takes Snuff magazine, whose demanding editor in Even though Aaron is concerned about some time to fully understand the unpredictchief (Tilda Swinton) has no mercy. Now on Amy's string of former lovers and penchant able relationship between Rex and his neighher latest assignment writing an article about to drink? bor Polly (Ningali Lawford-Wolf). Polly, who Aaron (Bill Hader), well known sports medi- See it at the Rising Sun this week. lives in the house opposite, is an explosive, warm-hearted Aboriginal woman, who on one Your club in the OPEN 7 DAYS & NIGHTS hand screams at craggy, easyheart of town www.mareebarslclub.com.au going Rex; the next minute, she pours him tea, her hand FANTASTIC FOUR (M) DIGGER’S BISTRO LAST Wed 26th 10.30am, 6.00pm holds his and they share a WEEKLY SPECIALS C H ANCE PAPER TOWNS (MA) comfortable silence. The film MONDAYS: Battered Fish, Chips & Salad $12 Wed 26th 1.00pm relies on this odd-couple relaIncluding a stubbie of Yenda Golden Ale tionship and both Caton and MISSION IMPOSSIBLE LAST CAB TO NEW TRAINWRECK (M) TUESDAYS: Rump Steak, Chips & Salad $15 Lawford-Wolf deliver wonderIncluding a schooner Great Northern 3.5 ROGUE NATION (M) DARWIN (M) MOVIES Thurs 27th 8.00pm ful performances, with much Wed 26th 8.00pm Thurs 27th 5.30pm Fri 28th 10.30am, 8.00pm WEDNESDAYS: Chicken Schnitzel, Chips & Salad $15 Fri 28th 5.30pm Fri 28th 1.00pm Sat 29th 10.30am, 8.30pm of the emotional impact resultIncluding a schooner of Alehouse Sat 29th 3.30pm Sat 29th 1.00pm, 6.00pm Sun 30th 6.00pm ing from the nuances between THURSDAYS: Members Night 2 Meals for $25 Sun 30th 3.30pm Sun 30th 1.00pm Mon 31st 1.00pm, 8.00pm them, the conversations and Non-Members $19.50 Each Mon 31st 5.30pm Mon 31st 10.30am Tues 1st Sept their silences.

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Rex (Michael Caton) is a cab driver who has never left Broken Hill. When he discovers he only has three months to live, he decides to drive through the heart of Australia to Darwin where he has heard he can die on his own terms in light of the recently passed euthanasia laws. But along the way he discovers that before you can end your life, you have to live it and to live it, you have to learn to share it.

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Do not hesitate to help elders with legal documents that are too confusing for them. You can make career moves that will bring you a much higher income.

Your sensitivity toward those you love will capture their hearts.

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You have to know what your boss wants if you expect to do your job correctly. Take care of chores that have been hanging over your head. Be diplomatic but stem when it comes to giving of yourself.

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Give everyone in the house a physical chore that will help burn off some of the excess energy.

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Equilibrium in your romantic life is likely if you treat your partner well. Love could develop with someone of a different cultural background. Sign up for tours or courses that will enlighten you.

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PROPERTY LAND > UNITS > INVESTMENTS > ACREAGE > FARMS > HOUSES > RENTALS

Everything stays but the boat

That's right, you seen correctly, everything stays on the property from the beds, furniture, tractors and tools, everything except their personal belongings and the boat.

Situated along the Mareeba-Dimbulah road and only 20 minutes from Mareeba you can enjoy all the aspects of a rural property and still be within fairly close proximity to town. This is the ultimate lifestyle property complete with a three bedroom, one bathroom masonry block home and a guest quarters/ granny flat. The granny flat features one bedroom, one bathroom and a convenient kitchen which could potentially be a great rental investment.

Features...

• Three bedrooms, one bathroom • Masonry block home • One bedroom, one bathroom granny flat with kitchen • Fully fenced eight acres on the Walsh River • Wood fire pizza oven, Green house • 16 megs of water • Two bay shed • Two bay tractor shed as well • Establish mango orchid • 15 minutes to Mareeba and school bus pickup The fully fenced eight acre property has everything you can think of and caters for all hobbies.

There is a horse stable and a tack room with hay storage area for the horse enthusiasts.

For all the farmers and land maintenance needs there is a two bay powered shed along and a two bay tractor shed which is home to a Fiat tractor and slasher and AV tractor. There is a large 7m x 13 greenhouse and a small established mango orchard for the green thumb. There's even a wood fire pizza oven for those who love to eat, my personal favourite. On top of all this there is a fully equipped bore and a 16 megalitre water allocation from the Walsh River.

To arrange a private inspection or for more information please contact exclusive agent Vince Costas at Central Realty today. Phone 0419 926 691.

Address: MAREEBA Price: $475,000 NEG Agent: EXCLUSIVE to Vince Costas Central Realty Mareeba Contact: 0419 926 691

Dreaming of that tree change?

Stop dreaming and start living.

Now is the time to secure your block at The Rise. There are only two lots remaining and prices start from $117,000, for 3416m2 – today is the day to make your dream a reality.

The Rise Country Estate has so much on offer. Location – only minutes from town and 50 minutes travel time to Cairns.

Positioned on the Cairns side of Mareeba, the benefits for investment in this area speak for themselves.

The lots start at $117,000 for 3416m2, (Lot 209) and Lot 300 is only $142,000 for a whopping 4387m2, benched and ready to build on.

Town water and underground power, extra wide roads and amazing views. The blocks on the left hand side overlook dams, and all lots are elevated and feature stunning mountain and bush views.

Check us out on the web – www.therise.net.au. We have a huge range of house and land packages to choose from, or design your own. All enquiries are welcome. Phone Debbie on 0409 321 000.

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PROPERTY Mango and avocado farm orchard APPROXIMATELY 20 minutes from Mareeba is this 57.45ha (141.9ac) property with approximately 4500 Mango and approximately 3000 Avocado trees, all under sprinkler irrigation being gravity fed with a water allocation of 156ML. Buildings Packing / machinery shed totalling an area of 1448.4m2 with concrete floor, coldroom has a 40 pallet capacity or 96m2 area and a fertilizer shed.

Machinery Mango/Avocado packing machine which facilitated cleaning, dipping and grading up to 2400 trays per day. Self propelled mango picking machine, four tractors – Fiat F100 4WD, Case International JX90U, Case MAXXUM 110, FIAT 880 with Forklift), A.V. tractor with spray tank, two spraying machines, 6’ slasher, 3/4 tonne fertilizer spreader, plus more machinery.

Brand new @ Amaroo!

OPEN HOME THIS SATURDAY

Contact Mareeba Real Estate Agencies on 4092 1556, Mark on 0428 121 520 or Lyn on 0427 153 868. Email mrea4880@qld.chariot.net.au

18 Yarrabee Close, Mareeba 10am-1pm

Spacious family home featuring open plan living, raked ceiling and a large patio • 3 brms, built-ins, ensuite and WIR in master • 4th brm – perfect for a study or media room • Wheelchair friendly – wide doors, hallway, bths • Air-con, security screens, fully tiled • 880m2 fully fenced block + room for a large shed • 3m side access – perfect for boats and caravans • Stylish kitchen, island bench, granite benchtops • Quiet area, no through traffic cul-de-sac

For sale at $435,000 Inspect this Saturday or contact Lin on 0429 126 132

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

MAREEBA $2,380,000 Mareeba Real Estate Agencies Lyn 0427 153 868 Mark 0428 121 520

A very different home solution for $485,000 Open home Saturday August 29, 11am-12noon @ 49 Rozel Close, Mareeba

“We can not recommend Remo highly enough.

From our first contact through to settlement he has been so professional and always available to meet our real estate needs.

I would definitely be happy to use Remo in the future. You will not be disappointed if you choose him as your agent.”

Jason & Bernice McMahon Remo esposito 0401 969 473 Office: 4092 2232 Email: remo@crmareeba.com www.crmareeba.com

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Modern Queenslander, verandahs on 3 sides, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open plan living, timber �loors throughout, solar hot water, gas cooking, 2.67 hectares, private, bore, rainwater tanks, 10m x 6m shed with drive through, extra cement pad, 8 minutes to Mareeba, Cairns side, school bus, eco-friendly, low maintenance, near new.

4092 1556

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PRICE: $485,000

Karen Ranie 0458 408 540 karen@arearealestate.com.au

Looking for cool living, big veran- and maximum coolness in summer.

The locations is handy to Mareedahs, timber floors, minimal mowing and gardening? This neo Queens- ba, just eight minutes away, on the lander could be for you!

Cairns side of the highway, serviced The home features four spacious by school bus and in a quiet close and bedrooms, two bathrooms and open just five years old.

If you are time poor, don’t have plan living flowing out to the verandah shaded by trees, just ideal for BBQ’s time to mow and garden, don’t want to or a quiet relax on a Sunday after- spend your weekends in home maintenance this could suit you. noon.

There’s easy access to the 6mx10m colour bond shed with doors Contact Karen on 0458 408 540 at either end for coolness and an extra Area Real Estate for a private inconcrete pad for parking the truck. spection, or inspect this Saturday The property, 2.67HA in size has at the open home, from 11am to a long private driveway off the Ro- 12noon, at 49 Rozel Close, Mareezel Close road, a working bore that ba. pumps two and half litres per second and 2x 5000 gallon water tanks for house use.

Address: 49 Rozel Close, MAREEBA The solar hot water Price: $485,000 and gas cooking make Agent: Karen Ranie this an energy efficient Area Real Estate home and the insulated Contact: 0458 408 540 construction method ensures low maintenance

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PROPERTY Located just 25 minutes west of Mareeba, this 47.6 hectares (117.6 acres) of arable freehold farming land is ideally situated amongst some of the most fertile agricultural land in the district.

With a gravity fed water allocation of 130 megalitres, a large storage dam and irrigation pump, water supply to this property is ample. A comprehensive inventory machinery list is included and this property lends itself to a variety of cropping opportunities.

The main residence on the property is of masonry block construction, fully air-conditioned and has recently been renovated. There is also a second, well presented four bedroom home on the property.

Machinery sheds including a new 30m x 15m steel shed provide plenty of storage space, along with a large tobacco shed.

Currently planted on the farm is an orchard consisting of approximately 670 Shepard avocado trees and 800 Lychee trees.

This property is situated only a few minutes away from the township of Mutchilba and has a school bus service to the front gate.

The prospective opportunities that present themselves with this property are endless - and if it is a sea change that you are looking for, then a lifestyle property with income might just be the answer.

For further information or to arrange an inspection, please contact John Falvo at Mareeba Property Office on 0408 456 344.

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

MUTCHILBA $1,200,000 NEG John Falvo Mareeba Property Office 0408 456 344

Mutchilba farming potential

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30 Kenneally Road

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• 809m2 vacant allotment • 2 street accesses, fenced • All town services • Cairns side of Mareeba

• 708m2 vacant allotment • Fenced on three sides • All town services • Walk to high school

$80,000

• Walk in pantry, separate • 2 bedroom block home laundry, tiled throughout • 809m2 fenced allotment • Airconditioning in bedrooms, • Built-in BBQ and bar area ensuite, spa & WIR in master • 10mx9m shed / workshop with man cave • Kitchen / dining combo

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Prominent acreage

When purchasing property position is the most paramount feature that all astute buyers are looking for and from a purchaser's point of view this 7.5 acre property needs to be high on your list of consideration.

The warm inviting family home is solidly built with great style featuring a timeless spacious timber kitchen, dual living spaces with enormous lounge room, three larger than average bedrooms plus separate guest room or fourth bedroom. The home is fully air-conditioned with cool low maintenance ceramic tiles throughout.

The magnificent outdoor entertainment area is also tiled and overlooks the private low maintenance manicured gardens.

The house yard is fully fenced for pets, plenty of storage in the large two bay shed as well with rain water tank and a four kilowatt solar system in place reducing those never ending rising electricity costs, the property is also hard wired for power generator for those extreme cases of power loss.

The remainder of the block is flat and open with its own separate driveway can be easily fenced for horses.

This acreage has it all so don't hesitate to put your name on it and just add your own personal touch.

For more information or to arrange a private inspection please call marketing agent Andrew Rogato on 0418 183 444. 4880.com.au/1P1182 Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

MAREEBA $560,000 NEG Andrew Rogato Rogato Real Estate 4092 5255 or 0418 183 444

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PROPERTY Gigantic opportunity

ALTITUDE REALTY MAREEBA 4092 4100

UNRESTRICTED • $200,000 • 1.167 Hectares • Large Pad

Just about 600 acres of Freehold land only minutes from Mareeba and practically next to Biboohra shop. Private yet so close to everything.

Big part of it has been cleared for sugar cane some years ago but only has been used for grazing nowadays .

The main house has four bedrooms, office and three bathrooms as it once was run as a Bed and Breakfast. The second one has two bedrooms, bathroom and an open plan living. Both houses are of besser block and have wrap around verandahs.

For water there is a 42 megs allocation, large dam, two seasonal creeks as well as three bores, plus two storage tanks. There are couple of sheds, some machinery, cattle yard and the whole property is fenced.

Wetlands are in the same neighbourhood so there is an abun-

dance of bird life for you and your visitors to enjoy. Don't wait, come and see it now.

Inspect by appointment with Elizabeth Bors at Altitude Realty Mareeba. Phone 0437 921 648 or 4092 4100. www.altituderealtymareeba.com.au

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THIS SATURDAY 10.00AM-12NOON 14 Yarrabee Close, Amaroo Park • NEW 4 BEDROOM + MEDIA • STUNNING INTERIOR • HIS & HERS ENSUITE • STYLISH KITCHEN • 880m2 FENCED, LANDSCAPED & IRRIGATED

PRICE: $430,000 NEG

1 Acre Lifestyle Living in Mareeba From $140,000

• NEW 4 BEDROOM + SEPARATE MEDIA & OFFICE NOOK • FULLY TILED AND AIRCONDITIONED • STUNNING KITCHEN AND HIS & HERS ENSUITE • 800M2 FENCED, LANDSCAPED AND IRRIGATED

PRICE: $430,000 NEG 0417 700 468 WWW.JOETORRISI.COM.AU

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BIBOOHRA $960,000 Elizabeth Bors Altitude Realty Mareeba 0437 921 648

Value, features and presentation perfect

• Creek • Private • Town Edge

THIS SATURDAY 10.00AM-12NOON 4 Wren Close, Sunbird Park

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Town Water & Bore on each 1 Acre Block  Great Soil  Good Drainage  Close to Town & Schools  Rural Setting

Visit Rayfield Estate at 189 Ray Road, Mareeba & Contact Joe or Liz today!

ALTITUDE

Joe Torrisi 0417 700 468 www.joetorrisi.com.au

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REALTY MAREEBA

Elizabeth Bors 0437 921 648 www.altituderealtymareeba.com.au

This freshly painted four bedroom masonry block home will comfortably fit a large family and all the extras! Positioned in highly sought after Ceola Estate it offers value, features and is presentation perfect.

Solidly built with generous proportions throughout and lots of natural light and excellent airflow.

Attributes include: • Freshly painted internally and externally • Tiled living areas and carpeted bedrooms • Fully air-conditioned with split systems throughout • Generous open plan living • Sizeable central kitchen with stainless steel freestanding oven, plus gas cooktop, huge corner pantry and dishwasher • Generous main bathroom with two way access allowing it to be accessible as an ensuite to the 1st bedroom • Built in robes to bedrooms one, two and three • Two toilets – second toilet with easy access to the rear yard • Massive tiled patio enclosed with security screening with access to the living area and carport – perfect for entertaining!

• Cement pathways all round the home • 9m x 6m colourbond shed with two roller door access • 5m x 5m masonry block shed with front and rear awnings • Fully fenced and landscaped 1282m2 allotment in a quality estate surrounded by other quality homes • Only minutes to town centre This is a sensational opportunity to purchase an affordable, well built home and move into the highly sought after area of Ceola Estate.

Inspection is highly recommended.

For further information or to arrange a private inspection please call exclusive agent Joe Torrisi. Phone 0417 700 468.

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

16 Ceola Drive, MAREEBA $385,000 NEG Sole Agent Joe Torrisi Joe Torrisi Real Estate 0417 700 468

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PROPERTY Affordable rural lifestyle Perfect for the first home owner or investor

All the hard work has been done – Just like new & ready to go!

Contact:

MAREEBA $359,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Norma Moloney Ray White Rural Mareeba 0417 541 126

Quality renovations just completed throughout – including a new kitchen, tiled bathoom, new floors and so much more Three spacious bedrooms & aircon in the master (king size) 809m2 flat block, 3x3 lockable garden shed Securely fully fenced & easy to maintain yard Minutes to Mareeba CBD, local sporting amenities & Schools.

This is a must see house at an affordable price Just move in – $250,000 neg

Contact the Owner: Sonia M: 0429 652 977 E: adriftoz@gmail.com

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Property is serviced by town water and there are no building covenants.

Priced at $359,000 negotiable the owners are serious about selling – call today and inspect for yourself.

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Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to secure your new home on the edge of town with the peace and quiet of acreage living.

Situated on a flat two hectares (approximately five acres) is this liveable shed with two bedrooms, office, open plan kitchen, dining and lounge plus an additional room that could be used as a rumpus room/storage or additional bedrooms. There is also

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This neat and tidy home is situated cated in a great area walking distance on 759m2 in a quiet street of Mareeba to the 100 park and town.

Listed to sell at $245,000 negotiand is only walking distance to the town centre. able.

With three great sized bedrooms, separate kitchen and large open plan Contact exclusive Ray White Rural living and dining area, this exclusive Mareeba agent Alex Srhoj on 0403 property ticks all of the boxes for the 343 692 and inspect today. first home buyer or investor.

Address: MAREEBA Currently tenanted Price: $245,000 NEG returning $270 per Agent: EXCLUSIVE to Alex Srhoj

week, the foundations Ray White Rural Mareeba are solid for a perfect Contact: 0403 343 692 investment property, lo-

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Secure your new home on the edge of town with the peace and quiet of acreage living.

• Flat 2 hectares (approx 5 acres) • Liveable shed with 2 bedrooms, office, open plan kitchen, dining and lounge • Additional room could be used as rumpus room/storage or additional bedroom • Town water • Established gardens, garden shed • No building covenants Owners are serious about selling - don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity.

Price: $359,000 NEG Contact: Exclusive Agent Norma Moloney 0417 541 126

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Located on a private and roomy 5 acres, this quality built home has the family in mind.

• 4 bedrooms, ensuite + WIR in master • Large open plan kitchen, dining, lounge • Huge rumpus room/5th bedroom • Spacious outdoor entertainment area with swimming pool • Powered 5 bay shed, 2 bay carport • Bore with softener + holding tank + rainwater tank • Fully fenced, access to creek, mountain views, bush backdrop The owners are realistic and motivated to sell, so don’t miss out on your chance to inspect this well maintained property.

The ultimate country lifestyle is only a phone call away.

Price: $569,000 NEG Contact: Exclusive Agent Norma Moloney 0417 541 126

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Charming Queenslander

Positioned on the Cairns side on a large corner block, this uniquely designed home is perfect for keen investor or first home buyer.

• 3 bedrooms, new bathroom • Unique open plan living with high ceilings • Airconditioned • Open carport • Fully fenced 839m2 block • Currently rented for $340 per week Break into the property market... great location, great condition, hassle free.

Price: $295,000 Contact: Exclusive Agent Alex Srhoj 0403 343 692

This home has all the character we love in Queenslanders.

• High ceilings, tongue & groove walls, casement windows • Beautiful polished timber floors throughout • 3 bedrooms with built-ins and airconditioning • Modern kitchen with walk-in pantry • Front and rear patios • Very large lockable space downstairs suitable for workshop • Shipping container with lean-to for additional storage • 759m2 fully fenced low maintenance yard • Currently rented at $300 per week Positioned minutes to town and schools.

Price: $279,000 Neg Contact: Exclusive Agent Norma Moloney 0417 541 126

www.raywhiteruralmareeba.com.au/qld/mareeba/1329987

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INDEX

business A Air Conditioning

B

Blinds Bulldozer Hire

C

Childcare/

DIRECTORY Embroidery Entertainment

Kindergarten Concerting Curtains & Blinds

F

D E

Earthmoving Electrical

Livestock Transport

M

H

Fertilizer Floor Coverings Fuel Furniture

Dog Grooming

AIR CONDITIONING

Gas Graphic Design Gutter Cleaning Handyman Services

I

Irrigation

G

L

CURTAINS & BLINDS

Machinery - Truck Hire Motor Mechanic Mowing/ Slashing

N

Nurseries

T

P Photography Pool Maintenance

Timber Transport Travel Tree Lopping

S

Security Skip Bins Storage

V

Venue Hire

FLOOR COVERINGS

ELECTRICAL

Custom Made

CURTAINS & BLINDS

Authorised Fujitsu Service Agent

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

Plus we sell...

Tracks > Rods > Accessories

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

P: 4092 3019

M: 0409 648 403 • F: 4092 1629

www.donhall.com.au ABN 80 179 825 363 • QBSA 59712 • ARC License AU24014

Tracks > Rods Competitive Curtains & Furnishings

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY >Phone: & Accessories 0429 869 023 96 James Street,Curtains Mareeba Competitive & Furnishings

Daniel Battistin

Residential • Commercial • Phones Repairs/Maintenance • Airconditioners

Mobile 0448 856 187 Phone: 4092 6203 • Fax: 4092 5723 email: dobattistin@msn.com 145 Hastie Road, Mareeba Qld/ 4880

ABN: 22 524 342 683 - Licence No: 71735 - ACA: F0514381 - LO: 56130

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

R & C AIRCONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION

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

Carpet • Vinyl • CeramiCs Floating Floors • Blinds

Phone: 0429 869 023 For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619 96 James Street, Mareeba

Mareeba 4092 2800 Atherton 4091 3300

For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619

BULLDOZER HIRE

Call Ross Malfitana Mobile: 0429 898 657

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

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

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

LIC. 55472 | ARC. AU31673

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

Supply & Lay FREE Measure & Quote

FUEL

BLINDS DOG GROOMING

BLINDS

Job Ref: Retail Client - Kate Lacutone - Logo Design

Project Code: 28506

Pamper your Pooch!

Qualified Dog Groomer

Vertical & Venetian Blinds Panel Glides > Timber Blinds

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

Kate Iacutone 0499 205 985

Supply & Fit

Kates Mobile Dog Grooming This drawing is the property of Status Signs. Copyright is reserved by Status Signs and the drawing is issued on the

CLIENT: Retail Client (Kate Lacutone) DATE: 7 - 07 - 2015

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Logo Design

• 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 Mareeba Earthmoving Contractors

(Rex Petersen’s Bobcat Hire)

info@mareebakidscampus.com.au www.mareebakidscampus.com.au 3 Locations in Mareeba: Constance, Dunlop & Hastie Streets Early Learning • Kindergarten • Outside School & Vacation Care

• Driveways • Excavations • Cable Locations

EMBROIDERY

JANE PETERS PO Box 1923, Mareeba QLD 4880 PHONE: 0427 932 776 ABN 98 735 499 133 Email: pickfordpark1@bigpond.com

For $29 per week this spot could be yours!

FURNITURE

Budget Blinds, Curtains and Materials • Tracks & Rods • Furniture • Sheets & Towels • Floor Coverings

FREE MEASURE & QUOTE!

HASTIE CENTRE FURNISHINGS

209 Byrnes St, Mareeba • P: 4092 1017 E: hastiecf@tpg.com.au

Phone the Express today 4092 3464

GRAPHIC DESIGN

ENTERTAINMENT

P: 0407 159 727 Earthworks & Excavations Pipe Laying Driveway Construction/ Maintenance

PH: 0429 725 779 or 4092 1389

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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

MAREEBA LEAGUES CLUB

PHONE 4092 2922

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

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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.

CEC No: A5891084 ACMA Reg No: F0510843

Do it right the first time!

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL FREE MEASURE & QUOTE • IN HOUSE CONSULTATION Desiree & Mark Siemon - Phone: 4095 5669 - Mobile: 0408 887 701 Email: marydesinto@bigpond.com - 31 Kennedy Highway, Tolga

CHILDCARE

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

Supply only

EARTHMOVING condition that it is not copied,

58 Comport St. Cairns Ph. 4035 5120 www.statussigns.com.au QBCC Lic. No. 1188731

Service StationS open to the public

24 hour Fuel Service to approved customers (Mareeba only)

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Trust the BLIND specialists!

MAREEBA FLOOR COVERING CENTRE

receive 4¢ per litre discount by presenting this ad

Designer: HNW

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

Creating high quality artwork with a difference for your business!

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

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

business GAS

DIRECTORY MOWING/ SLASHING

TRANSPORT

PLUMBING

MRT

Slashing & Mowing Tree Lopping Yard Maintenance dealers of

Call for a Quote on: 0429 725 779

to Mareeba & tableland areas

NURSERY

 45kg (100lb)  Swap ‘n’ Go  18kg & 15kg Forklift Bottles  Refills Very competitiVe pricing DeliVery aVailable QBCC: 1039105

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

TIMBER

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

6-8 Martin Tenni Drive Mareeba Industrial Estate P 4092 5442 M 0429 632 511

For all security needs call...

Dru ThursTon 0408 913 063

Visit our website: www.fnss.com.au

your local business guide

GUTTER CLEANING

SIGN WRITING

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

TREE LOPPING

TABLELANDS TREELOPPING

PHOTOGRAPHY IRRIGATION

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

Peter Roy Photographer

Weddings Birthdays Sport Portraits Real Estate Special Events

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

W: peterroyphotographer.com.au

POOL MAINTENANCE & POOL SHOP ALL POOL SUPPLIES INCLUDING FREE WATER TESTING AND EXPERT ADVICE

P: 4092 1443 or 0413 013 297

Phone 4092 2644 Fax 4092 4220

LICENSED POOL SAFET Y INSPECTOR

PLUMBING

MAFULLER

plumbing & gas fitting

• 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 www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

RAD SKIPS

TRAVEL

(a subsidiary of skarott’s transport)

Skip BinS from 2m – 6m 14 DAY BIN HIRE NOW AVAILABLE FOR THE SAME PRICE AS 7 DAYS!

Call Dennis or Rachel on 4095 4777

“WE OFFER A COMPLETE ON SITE POOL SERVICE”

74 Byrnes Street, P.O. Box 169, Mareeba Q.4880

P: 4091 5008 M: 0407 575 916

LIMITED TIME ONLY

71 BYRNES STREET, MAREEBA

4 Services and All Mechanical Repairs 4 Roadworthy Inspection Station

Call Jon Lambert

SKIP BINS

POOL MAINTENANCE

your local business guide MOTOR MECHANIC

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

Distributor Gas Appliances & Appliance Installation Gas Supply Installations Residential, Commercial & Industrial Hot Water Breakdown & Replacement Rheem Hot Water Sales Backflow Prevention & Testing

0418 791 096 mafplumbing@live.com.au QBCC: 1039105

TRANSPORT

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

4035 2034

CASH OR ACCOUNT CUSTOMERS WELCOME

Without a travel agent you’re on your own!

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

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

SPECIALISING IN: • Parcels • Pallets • White Goods • Furniture • Tail Gate Lifts DELIVERIES TO: • Cairns • Kuranda • Mareeba • Mt Molloy • Julatten • Yungaburra • Tolga • Lake Tinaroo • Kairi • Atherton • Malanda • Millaa Millaa • Ravenshoe • Mt Garnet

PHONE: 4045 1767

The Express Directory has an affordable option to suit every business. Call Natasha today on Call 4092 3464

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CLASSIfieds email us: admin@theexpressnewspaper.com.au

fax us: 4092 6346

Birthday

Church Notices

Outboard Services

Happy 21st Birthday!

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

AFFORDABLE OUTBOARD SERVICES

Living Waters An Encouraging

4WD / Tyres

Pier Portella 24th August

Oly Vergari

Nick Tallarico

30th August

4th September

WORSHIP SERVICE Sunday 10am & 6pm Experience Supernatural Healing of the Body, Soul & Spirit.

Phone 4092 6888 9 Park Avenue, Mareeba

From Family and Friends Birth Notice Anthony & Kristen Mete are delighted to announce the safe arrival of...

Amia Isabella Mete Born 7th August, 2015 Little Sister to Sienna and Theo.

Special thank you to Dean at Atherton Hospital

Wedding

For Lease

Cheryl Tonkin Celebrant.

Phone 0407 670 954 or Email NQCeremonies@ gmail.com

Mini storage 6x3m and 6x2.4m Lawson street, budget storage. 0418 772 791.

Garage Sale Garage Sale 7am2pm. Saturday 29th August.

4 Salihe Avenue, Mareeba.

Furniture, tools, bric a brac, sink plus lots more.

Garage Sale 29th & 30th August – from 7am. Lot 2 McIver Rd Mareeba. Ph 0499 450 473. Silky Oak Wardrobe w/ mirror, air-con, kitchenware, camphor chest, washing machine, old footed free standing cast iron bath tub and much more.

GaraGe Sale Cnr Abbott & O’Donnell Sts 29th August A large variety of items.

For Sale Kitchen - U-shaped, good condition, solid timber trim.

Sink included. $450 NEG. Ph 0488 382 502.

Call us today to discuss afforable advertising options. Phone 4092 3464 or call into 159 Walsh Street, Mareeba.

What’s Coming Up! August

Local Events Calendar

26th Q.C.W.A Craft Day. 9am C.W.A Hall Mareeba. All welcome – Cuppa.

29th Flower Show. Mareeba PCYC Sports Hall, Walsh Street. 9am - 4pm. Gold Coin Entry.

29th Garden & Lifestyle Expo. Atherton Showgrounds 8.30am-4pm. $5 entry - U15 free.

30th Garden & Lifestyle Expo. Atherton Showgrounds 8.30am-3pm. $5 entry - U15 free.

30th Lions Club of Atherton Charity Golf Day - Atherton Golf Course. All proceeds going to Blue

Care Atherton.18 hole 3 ball Ambrose - 9.00am start. Call 4091 1283 for more info.

30th A day at the Swamp Interpretive walk and talk. 10am - 2pm. Geraghty Park. Free

Sausage Sizzle.

FOr enquirieS PleaSe PhOne (07) 4092 3464

Saturday 5th September 1pm - 5pm: $30 M. & L. ALbA Ph: 4092 1116

Sharing info for selfempowerment. Promoting physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.

For Rent Three bedroom house – Mareeba.

Walking distance to town and medical facilities. $350 p/w + 4 weeks bond. Must have current references. Ph 0414 277 650.

Livestock Chad Posselt lIVestoCK tRaNsPoRt

PHONE 0408 876 313

September 1st-3rd 4th

5th

Uniting Church Markets (Hall near Target) 8.30am - 2.30pm daily.

Tolga Branch of the QCWA are holding a Beresford Trophy Cent Sale at Tolga QCWA Hall.

Doors open at 8:30 am for 9:30 am start. Entry $3, includes morning tea.

Mareeba Annuals - Mareeba Turf Club. Gates open 11am.

WEEKLY EVENTS  PCYC Mareeba Seniors social club meets for games, excursions, trivia every Tuesday from 9.30am to 11.30am at the PCYC Sports Hall 183 Walsh St Mareeba. New members 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 53 Constance Street, Mareeba.

Got an event coming up? Email The Express today! admin@theexpressnewspaper.com.au

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Assets make things possible, people make things happen.

The Mareeba Express would like to inform it’s valued clients that we do not issue 7 day accounts, however we can extend to you the establishment of a regular 30 day account or the below methods of payment. eFtPOS, Direct Payment Facilities and Credit Card Option

ToTal HealTH WorksHop

Call Karl 0447 725 465

Thought:

Payment SyStem

Workshop/ Course

Travelling to Tablelands weekly or as required.

Former Yamaha/Suzuki/Mercury/Honda Dealer.

Advertising works.

Phone Natasha Burton on 4092 3464 by 4pm every Friday to place your advert. The Express, 159 Walsh St, Mareeba

MUD TYRES • All 4WD PHONE: 0400 706 346 Advertising works. Phone us, your friendly locally owned Newspaper today on 4092 3464

How Do I CanCel an aDvertIsement?

Should you need to cancel an existing advertisement please call the office on (07) 4092 3464 before the deadline: Display ads 4pm thursday; Classifieds 4pm Friday Prior to Wednesday’s publication date.

Another method of cancellation is by: Fax (07) 4092 6346 or email: admin@theexpressnewspaper.com

Expression of Interest ETHERIDGE SHIRE COUNCIL

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST The Etheridge Shire Council seeks Expressions of Interest from Person/s or Companies to carry out the following work.

SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF DIESEL FUEL COMBINED AS FOLLOWING: • Supply and deliver fuel to an above ground bulk storage facility at Depot located in Georgetown ( averaging 12,000 litres per fortnight) • Supply and deliver fuel to a mobile storage facility at a location within 160km to 200km distance from Georgetown with access being on predominately gravel roads (averaging 5,000 litres per fortnight) Please Note: EOI documentation which details all conditions and requirements may be obtained from Etheridge Shire Council’s web page or by contacting Dawn Mitchell on (07) 4062 1233 or by emailing tenders@etheridge.qld.gov.au

EOIs close at 3.00pm (AEST) Monday 14 September 2015.

NOTE for Mail Submissions: Applicants are required to allow sufficient time for the delivery of the submissions by the closing date and time taking note that postal deliveries to Georgetown occur on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

PO Box 12, Georgetown QLD 4871

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phone us: 4092 3464

Michael Kitzelmann, Chief Executive Officer

Pets

Adopt-A-Pet Classified deadlines

4pm Friday prior to the next week’s publication

Do you want to wish someone a happy birthday? Phone 4092 3464 or call into our office today to place an advertisement.

Advertising works.

Phone 4092 3464.

My name is Cooper and I am a 2 year old staffy x border collie. I was surrendered due to my overexuberant nature which resulted in injury to my doggy mate - no malice involved! I would be great as the only dog in the family. View me on the website www.mareebaanimalrefuge.com.au or phone 40923060.

Contact the refuge on 4092 3060 Hickling Avenue, Mareeba www.mareebaanimalrefuge.com.au

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CLASSIfieds Public Notice

Position Vacant

MAREEBA

We’re all about service. Are you?

people

Customer Service Officer An opportunity to help people in a positive environment Part time and Full time position located in Dimbulah, Far North Queensland Bendigo Bank branches are all about people working together to build stronger communities. To be successful as a Customer Service Officer you’ll be committed to putting customers’ needs first, you’ll be a great communicator with customer service, computer experience and ideally cash handling – and you’ll enjoy being part of the local community.

You’ll be the face of Dimbulah Community Bank®Branch and will be given the support you need to do what you do best – listening to customers and helping them achieve their financial goals.

In return you’ll become a key part of a diverse team in a rewarding work environment where you will have the opportunity to learn and advance your career.

So if you think you’ve got what it takes to be part of the Bendigo team, we want to hear from you.

Visit careers.bendigobank.com.au to find out more or to submit your application, quoting reference number QLD433. Or write to email address annette.creber@ bendigoadelaide.com.au. Applications close on Tuesday, 1 September 2015.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited ABN 11 068 049 178. AFSL 237879. (268859_v2) (21/08/2015)

Dimbulah Community Bank® Branch

Technical Officer (invesTigaTiOns) This position is responsible for providing advice on civil investigations/construction matters and assessment of a wide variety of issues primarily related to transport, roads and drainage infrastructure with both public and other government agencies.

• Permanent Full Time • LGOA Level 4 - $64,410 per annum + up to 12% super • Rostered Day Off every month • 5 Weeks Annual Leave contact Person: victor Madrid, coordinator Technical services, 4086 4634 or 0438 418561 APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Sunday 30 August, 2015 For an Application Information Pack, please visit Council’s Careers and Volunteers section on the website: www.msc.qld.gov.au

Deliver small local phonebooks.

Own vehicle required.

Immediate start. Phone 0419 009 517 or 0418 994 956.

Mulungu Aboriginal Corporation is a Health Service with a strong focus on Community Development in conjunction with Primary Health Care, Chronic Disease prevention and Early Education and Care. The following vacancies exists within our Service.

2x WannaBe Officers - FIXED TERM PART TIME • Do you enjoy connecting with people?

• Do you have problem solving skills?

• Do you want to empower local indigenous families to give their kids a good start to their education so that they can Be What They WannaBe? WannaBe is a home visitation program. This may include help with life skills, parenting skills, advocacy, referrals, resources for families to help their children with their learning and supporting them to connect with Schools and teachers.

ESSENTIAL: Driver’s licence, Working with Children Blue card (or able to obtain) QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE: Case Management, Counselling and/or Education preferred LOCATION: Mareeba HOURS: 30 hours per week

Male Project Officer - FIXED TERM FULL TIME • Do you enjoy connecting with people?

• Do you have problem solving skills?

• Do you want to empower local indigenous men?

This is a home visitation program. The objective of this program is to provide culturally appropriate support/counselling services to Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander men suffering with drug, alcohol and mental health issues. Outcome focused for independent living.

ESSENTIAL: Driver’s licence, Working with Children Blue Card (or able to obtain) QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE: Case Management and/or Counselling preferred LOCATION: Mareeba HOURS: 38 hours per week

2x Early Childhood Workers - FIXED TERM PART TIME Mobile Playgroup - Chillagoe/Dimbulah Outreach – NOT IDENTIFIED • Do you enjoy Art, Craft and Playing Educational Games with small kids and parents?

• Do you want the best for kids living in remote areas?

• Do you want to empower parents to give their kids the best start?

ESSENTIAL: Driver’s licence, Working with Children Blue Card (or able to obtain) QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE: Early Childhood Qualifications or relevant and demonstrated experience preferred LOCATION: Based in Mareeba/Chillagoe or Dimbulah with regular travel in between HOURS: Up to 16 hours per week depending on location.

Transport Driver/Groundsman - FIXED TERM PART TIME • Do you enjoy driving, maintenance and gardening?

• Do you want the best for indigenous kids and families in our community?

REQUIRED: Driver’s licence (Drivers Authorisation/LR), Working with Children Blue Card (or able to obtain) LOCATION: Mareeba HOURS: Up to 25 hours per week

Administration Officer - Finance - FIXED TERM PART TIME

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ESSENTIAL: Driver’s licence, Working with Children Blue Card (or able to obtain) QUALIFICATIONS: Cert III in Administration or equivalent experience EXPERIENCE: MYOB and Finance experience would be highly regarded LOCATION: Mareeba HOURS: 25 hours per week ESSENTIAL: Driver’s licence, Working with Children Blue Card (or able to obtain) QUALIFICATIONS: Cert III in Administration or equivalent experience EXPERIENCE: Human Resource experience would be highly regarded LOCATION: Mareeba HOURS: 25 hours per week With exception of the 2 Early Childhood workers these positions are Identified Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander only under Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act

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EXPRESS sPORT Storm jolt to life when required against Gladiators

Gladiators veteran David Grainer sets up an attacking raid for the home side.

By Justin Fris THE Edmonton Storm finished their 2015 Cairns District Rugby League campaign with a 26-22 victory over the Mareeba Gladiators last Saturday evening at Davies Park.

It was a tumultuous week for the Storm, who had their coach removed from his post on the Wednesday before the match.

Heading into the contest, a win from either side would see them join 5th placed Ivanhoes on 21 points – although both had inferior percentage and mathematically no chance of playing finals.

The Storm made several changes going into the match - but this had little effect - as they took the lead after four minutes.

After impressive work in the corridor of the field, Dale Ambrym scooted along the grandstand touchline, with defenders in his wake.

He appeared to boggle the football upon touching down, however the referee gave him the benefit of the doubt.

A testament to their character, this try failed to dampen the spirits of the home side, who marched right back down the field and put up a try of their own.

In somewhat of a trademark play (Gladiators of-

ficials joked it was his special patch of turf) David Grainer motored his way through three defenders before crossing only metres from the posts. It was the fourth try of its kind from that end this season.

The Storm signalled early that they would be committed to their kicking game, with Steve Murgha causing chaos in the Gladiators defence with his superb grubbers on the 5th tackle.

This persistence would eventually pay off on 21 minutes, with a dainty little chip kick gobbled up by Madisan Smith, who took advantage of superb ball use from his forwards.

Despite trailing 8-6, Gladiators players were upbeat. They were given a sizeable advantage at the half hour mark, when Storm enforcer Steve Tatipata was sent off for the remainder of the match for unsportsmanlike conduct.

In simple terms, there were three key moments in this match which defined the outcome. The first two occurred in a whirlwind three minute spell.

Facing their last tackle, Murgha lowered his eyes and executed a meticulous cross-field kick.

After the ball was tipped off the hands of an errant Gladiators defender, scintillating Storm winger Dion Wales pounced and was off to the races.

Eddie Prior would mirror Wales’s effort only 90 seconds later and in the blink of an eye, the Storm

had bolted to a 20-6 lead.

The home side would suffer further adversity in the second half, as the physical nature of the contest took its toll on some of the players.

With time running out and needing heroes, duo Rhylan Reys and William Dodd saved some of their finest football for the remainder of the match.

Reys was simply electric in the backfield, particularly when facing an impending kick-chase defence. This work would culminate in a craftily work try on 59 minutes, which would narrow the deficit for his side.

After an Ian King try narrowed the score to 2018 with 13 minutes remaining, the final telling moment of the match would occur.

Robert Pedersen was penalised by the referee for lingering after he made a tackle; Pedersen appeared to make a genuine attempt to untangle from the contest, but the referee thought otherwise.

The Storm would subsequently score off the penalty through a try from Ali Henley, which ultimately secured victory.

Across the other side of the Tablelands, the Atherton Roosters ensured that they would finish the season without the dreaded ‘Wooden Spoon’, after recording a solid 38-22 win over Kangaroos.

MUFC celebrate back to back FNQ Premier League crowns THE Mareeba United Football Club confirmed back to back FNQ Premier League premierships, after a clinical 1-0 victory over the Southside Comets last Saturday afternoon at Barlow Park in Cairns.

Stratford’s 2-0 victory over Leichhardt counted for nought in the scheme of the title race, with Alex Srhoj’s men flexing their dominance over the Comets from the off.

Weather conditions in Cairns were unseasonal for this time of year, with the mercury topping 35 degrees in the middle of pitch.

The visitors dominated throughout the middle of the park and were validated for their persistence with a trademark header from Anthony Mete in the 35th minute.

Upon reflection, Srhoj said he was satisfied with the ‘workmanlike’ nature of this season’s crown, with play-

This week saw the final round of the 2015 season and the Atherton Tableland Hockey Association would like to congratulate all teams on their success over the year and wish all the best of luck in the semi-finals.

Semi Finals will be played this Saturday, August 29, with games from 10am.

SEMI FINAL GAME TIMES:

U6/8’s 10am Field 3 U10’s 10am Field 1 - All Stars v Yungaburra (Hayley Fulgrabe/Joel Muller).

Field 2 - Atherton v Sharks (Lydia Tinning/Jack Howard).

U13’s 11am.

GRAND FINAL OF THE SIX A SIDE - all teams to meet on Field 1. Umpires John Muller/Liz Hawkins and Stewart Duck/Erin Muller.

U18’s 12:30 Field 1 - Jaguars V Voodoos(Caron Brynes/Karen Dunstan).

Field 2 - Tomahawks Green V Tomahawks Gold (TBA).

Ladies 2pm Field 1 - Voodoos V Cougars (Gary Toshach/Derek Brynes).

Vets 3:30 Field 1 - Waterloo V Rebels (Dannie Ciranni/Paul Keevers).

Men 3:30 Field 2 - Tomahawks Green V Tomahawks Gold.

Tablelands athletes recognised

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Hockey heads to semi finals

ers across all squads regularly going beyond the call of duty.

“Yesterday, we had Victor Madrid and Benny (Ben Stabile) play 150 minutes in the middle of the park – both reserves and our match.

“Three of our reserves players backed up from the second division match the night before – two lads even played three matches in three days.”

Srhoj also handed promising teenager James Elmes an opportunity to express himself in the first-team, with the youngster acquitting himself with astute distinction.

“He didn’t give the ball away once,” Srhoj said. “He didn’t look out of place out there and I look forward to seeing him express himself further in future matches.”

The Bulls will wind up their regular season commitments with a trip down to Marlin Coast. Srhoj said selection will be a juggling act, with several senior players returning for selection.

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By Justin Fris

FOUR local athletes from the Tablelands have been formally recognised for their performance by the North Queensland Sports Foundation.

Sarrah Myrteza (Basketball) and Kristie Eyers (Boxing) were formally presented with their North Queensland Sport Encouragement Bursary packs from Mareeba Shire Council CEO Peter Franks last Wednesday morning.

Within the bursary, both Myrteza and Eyers received a jacket, medal and cheque for $650 – with both girls extremely humbled by the acknowledgement.

Myrteza has recently returned from the Australian Junior Basketball Championships in Hobart, where she shone from Queensland North.

Regularly travelling large distances

for training and games (Myrteza regularly attends 6am training sessions in Cairns prior to a full day of school) is all part of her following her dreams.

Eyers is notably gifted in her craft of choice, regularly travelling long distances in a bid to further her career as an astute boxer.

On Thursday morning in Atherton, Tablelands Regional Council Mayor Rosa Lee Long (pictured presenting) deliveredbursaries to Stephanie Armstrong (Swimming) and Samadhi Baker (Cricket).

“Congratulations to Stephanie for her achievements in swimming and Samadhi for his cricket accomplishments.

“This bursary will help meet costs associated with competing in their chosen sport and to take their performance to the next level.”

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Deadleys far from convincing in win

Kuranda Range closure temporarily pauses celebration

By Justin Fris

A collapsed tree on the Kuranda Range caused the originally postponed FNQ Premier League fixture between Mareeba United Football Club and Leichhardt last Wednesday evening to be postponed a second time.

Leichhardt officials and players were on their way up to Mareeba when the incident occurred. Upon arriving at Borzi Park around 7pm - both sides agreed to fulfil the reserves fixture as planned – and make a decision about the Premier fixture this week. In the reserves encounter,

a Bulls victory would have meant that the hosts would have been able to celebrate winning the premiership at home.

Leichhardt had other ideas however, and forced the match to end in a 1-1 draw, meaning the Bulls would need to wait until their Saturday afternoon match against the Southside Comets.

On Saturday afternoon however, it was all academic for the Bulls, who sealed back to back premierships against the Comets, despite Leichhardt winning 6-0 over Stratford.

By Justin Fris

Mareeba netball heads to post-season NETBALL in Mareeba has been humming along nicely of late, after a memorable season across all competitions.

Ahead of the impending finals series, it would be remiss to not acknowledge some of these achievements, which included the 2nd placing for the Association’s U/14’s side at the Netball Qld State Country carnival in Townsville.

These positive results were also coupled by impressive showings by the U/13’s and U/14’s at the Netball

Qld State Carnival, with 4th and 7th placings respectively.

Over the weekend, five teams ventured to Port Douglas, where they competed earnestly against quality opposition.

With upcoming finals matches expected to be fiercely contested, there has never been a better time to support our local athletes.

Tatti lights up scoresheet THE All Stars U/15 juniors clinched a thriller over Ruggeri’s Ninjas in the Mareeba Junior Basketball League fixtures played last week.

Locked at 36-all right on full time, exceptional All Stars player Tristan Cater successfully sank a free throw to give the All Stars side a single point victory.

Others to contribute well for All Stars were Cameron Turner and Matt Shortjoe,while Liam Bombardieri and Reef James showed out well for Ruggeri’s Ninjas.

Fine performances by Tyson Brown, Dean Gallo and Zac Myrteza allowed the TGT Wolves to register a comfortable 46-30 win over QITE. Aaron Cagat played an outstanding game for the defeated QITE side.

Another excellent U/18 junior fix-

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ture saw the Amalgamated Pests post a 34-28 win over Travel Experience.

Although on a beaten side, Damien Brcko was best on court.

Sonlia continued on their winning way with a convincing 57-35 defeat over the Smurfs.

High scoring Tyson Tatti continued on his scoring spree contributing another 23 points for the winners.

A top game by Kieran Turner in scoring 17 points resulted in a good 25-12 win over Dunrite Dynamos, while the other primary schools fixtures saw Ravenello Stars too good for the Mareeba Mitsubishi Rugrats, defeating them by 31-12.

Brennan Collis and Dinithi Heenkenda Playing well for Stars, Cameron Reppel had good moments for Rugrats.

THE MBA Deadleys continued their winning streak in the Mareeba Basketball League last Thursday evening, defeating Express 50-45.

Despite the victory, the youthful Deadleys were far from convincing and looked anything but a genuine title contender on the night.

Both sides adopted a lairisingbased offence for lengthy periods of the match – wasting good looks in the key by heaving away unnecessary three-point attempts.

After a relatively even opening quarter, the Deadleys headed into their huddle with an early 16-12 lead.

Express – who were keen to snap their winless streak in the new season – began the second term with great enthusiasm, with Christie dominating in mid-court.

But for all of their dominance in possession, Express’s shooting was quite poor. They went 2/10 from the field and 2/7 from downtown.

The Deadleys only fared marginally better, going 4/9 from the field.

They appeared content to heave long passes downcourt rather than gradually passing their way through patiently.

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Both sides became incredibly sloppy toward the half-time interval.

It was fierce and competitive, but ugly to watch.

The shooting only got worse during the third quarter by both teams, but the Deadleys made fewer mistakes – hence their 35-34 advantage at the final change.

In the final quarter, it was all Deadleys, who managed to control the tempo of the match from the outset.

Once well and truly beaten, Express began to randomly attempt audacious three-point attempts – to his credit, Ely Simmons hit two in a row.

Earlier in the night, the Comets further justified their improvement in the league with a terrific 49-37 win over the Stingrays.

Hot Air has also pushed their claims for a finals berth, after handing the Red Devils a surprising 48-40 loss.

The Men’s A-Grade table currently stands as follows: Stingrays 11, Red Devils 11, Comets 10, Deadleys 9, Hot Air 6, Express 4, Barras 4.

In the Ladies competition, the Serial Killers opened a three point buffer at the top of the table, defeating the Gummaz 26-16.

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