The Express Newspaper 16th August 2017 by Carlo Portella

EXPRESS The

Wednesday, August 16, 2017

Locally owned and proudly independent

VP DAY

Meila Cusask enjoyed the Rocky Creek celebrations on Sunday.

Young and old come together to celebrate 72nd Anniversary of Victory in the Pacific

Gold Panning Champs are crowned P6

Dream acreage could be all yours P11

TURN TO PAGE 5 FOR MORE

Dirt, dust and bulls at Mt Carbine P18

Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s New at Amaroo?

House & Land Package Snapper 154 on 3 Jannali

$281,800*

QBCC 1076708

* House & Land sold on seperate contracts

Sales Centre open Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 3pm. By appointment anytime.

Debbie Sweedman 0409 321 000

www.amarooestate.com.au

CIRCULATION 11,000



phone us... (07) 4092 3464

email us... admin@theexpress newspaper.com.au



online at... www.theexpress newspaper.com.au find us...

Byrnes St,  186 Mareeba



fax us... (07) 4092 6346 like us... The Express Newspaper follow us... The Express Newspaper

The team...

MANAGING EDITOR Carl Portella

ADVERTISING MANAGER Natasha Srhoj

JOURNALIST Rebecca Wallis

Attract more tourists

Over 790,000 tourists visit the Tablelands every year and local businesses can find out how to attract more of them via a workshop happening at the end of the month. Michael Nelson from Pinnacle Tourism Marketing and Renee Dembowski from Social Butterfly Marketing will be offering advice and information to local companies at the on Tuesday, August 29 at the Jackaroo Motel, Mareeba. Beaurepaires in Mareeba is one local business that makes the most of the steady influx of visitors. “Occasionally they buy some new wheels but more often than not they need to replace their tyres,” said Mareeba assistant manager Kyle Meek. “We’re fully equipped for any vehicle that comes in.” Networking with other businesses is an important part of good service, according to Mr Meek, who said his staff are happy to point a tourist in the right direction if they’re looking for a local mechanic or auto-electrician. “If there’s a tourist already over there getting work done on their vehicle and the mechanic sees they need some tyres, they’ll send them here, so it works both ways,” he said. The event is free and kicks off at 5.30pm.

Bike bus a hit with Malanda school kids By Rebecca Wallis

A Tablelands primary school Principal is encouraging children to ride their bikes to school safely with a ‘bike bus’ initiative. Malanda State School principal Mark Allen implemented the weekly Bikebus which gets children to meet at stops along a designated route every Wednesday morning. They then ride together to the school. “The Bikebus gives children the freedoms we experienced as kids riding our bikes, in a safe, supportive way,” Mr Allen said. The Bikebus is a formalised State Government program which encourages children to be active and safe by travelling to school on bikes in an organised group. “Malanda SS has an active SAFE-ST committee, which is a team made up of devote community members, who meet and work toward safe school travel for all children,” Mr Allen said. The school also has a ‘Scooter Bus’ which operates on a Friday morning, allowing the children to ride scooters to school safely.

Malanda State School students riding in the Bikebus. Photo courtesy of Malanda Falls Caravan Park.

Cook Shire council gets slammed Cairns MP Rob Pyne took explosive claims about Cook Shire Council to parliament last week, along with a dirt dossier against other councils throughout Queensland. Claiming he was exposing corruption in local government, the politician called for Cook Shire Council to be placed in administration. “I believe that there is nothing more important than exposing corruption in government administration

in the state of Queensland,” Mr Pyne said. “I did not sign up to ‘look the other way’ while corruption prospers. “I will not be a monkey for hire to throw my hand in the air when told to do so, that is why I left the ALP.” But Cook Shire mayor Peter Scott has responded stating the MP’s comments are nothing but “vexatious lies”. “Rob Pyne is not our representative, he is build-

ing himself a platform in the lead up to the election by knocking local government and giving himself something to campaign about,” Cr Scott said. “Rob, who I have had a friendly working relationship with, didn’t even do Council the courtesy of a quick phone call to check the information he has been given.” Admitting the council has in the past had problems, Cr Scott said Mr Pyne’s comments were damaging and hurtful to

members of the council individually. “One of the more hurtful allegations was a fabricated email, allegedly written by a Council staff member, who is clearly identified by their job title, which was not redacted from the file,” Cr Scott said. “That email was the subject of an independent external investigation, instigated by Council, and it has been proven as a fabrication.” The allegations against Cook Shire Council includ-

ed breaching local government regulations, outstanding native title issues, overspending and mismanagement, staff bullying and more. Mr Pyne was told in parliament to address his issues to the Crime and Corruption Commission (CCC). Local ratepayers said they were supportive of Mr Pyne and his decision to bring hold the council accountable. “Our association believes that an ICAC style inquiry into local

government in Queensland is needed as the present system is broken and in urgent need for review and change,” said Toni Leigh from the Cook Shire Ratepayers and Residents Associatio. “How many more Councils does Mr Pyne need to expose before our State Government acts? “We call on the Queensland Parliament to act immediately: appoint an administrator to remedy maladministration in Cook Shire Local Government.”

Get carried away with...

TUXWORTH & WOODS CARRIERS

SERVICING: • Cairns • Mossman • Port Douglas • Cooktown • Croydon • Normanton • Karumba • Coen • Musgrave • Archer River • Weipa  BODY TRUCKS  SEMI TRAILERS  REFRIGERATED VANS  DROP DECK TRAILERS

ADMINISTRATION / ONLINE PRODUCER Natasha Burton

EXPRESS The

Locally owned and proudly independent

The Express is published by Portasea Pty Ltd, 141 Constance St, Mareeba, ACN: 141 250 213 and is printed by APN Print, 5-9 Hempenstall Street, North Rockhampton, QLD, 4701. ACN: 009 657 943

Regular interior cleaning of offices, commercial premises and homes. Includes fans, airconditioners, bathrooms and kitchens, and tile cleans • Oven & BBQ Cleans • Builders Cleans • Bond/Move Out Cleans • Specialise in removal of water canker and mineral build up on most shower screens

4035 4022 AFTER HOURS: 0418 183 399 • FAX: 4035 4021 25 REDDEN ST, CAIRNS • EMAIL: val@tuxworth.com.au

Many other services, ask us, we provide free quotes so you know exactly what you will be paying!

SHERYL 0448 091 449 ANDY 0429 543 633 OR 1800 1 JAMES

PAGE 2 The Express, Wednesday, August 16, 2017

ESTABLISHED 1972

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

Murder sparks new parole law

The Queensland government last week passed the ‘No Body, No Parole’ law that was instigated after the murder of Mareeba man Bruce Schuler. Mr Schuler disappeared more than five years ago while prospecting near Palmerville Station, northwest of Cairns. Two people were convicted of his murder but his body has never been found. His wife Fiona Splitt said that passing of ‘No Body, No Parole’ marked almost two years of dedicated advocacy. “This legislation not only acknowledges my

Crocs sighted in local waters An aerial view of Lake Mitchell showing the 4m saltie. INSET: EHP officers in a helicopter inspecting Mareeba waterways.

TWO large saltwater crocodiles have been spotted by the Department of Environment and Heritage Protection (DEHP) in waterways close to Mareeba. DEHP conducted an aerial inspection of the region last Tuesday (August 8) looking for crocs in Two Mile Creek, Mareeba Wetlands, sections of the Barron River, an artificial lake known as Lake Mitchell and various smaller dams. One of the crocs seen at

Lake Mitchell was 4m in length. “EHP wildlife officers will now contact the property owner to seek permission to access the land and remove the crocodile,” EHP’s Acting Executive Director for Conservation and Biodiversity Lindsay Delzoppo said. “Wildlife officers also spotted a crocodile, just over 2 metres in length, at Two Mile Creek. “Wildlife officers are

also working to remove a 60cm estuarine crocodile reported in a farm dam at Mareeba. “While there are known to be freshwater crocodiles in the Two Mile Creek area Mareeba is not recognised as typical habitat for estuarine crocodiles,” Mr Delzoppo said. The Crocodile Management Plan had been amended in June to allow for the targeting of crocodiles for removal within parts of the

Mareeba Shire. “EHP officers will respond to any crocodile sighting reported in this new zone by inspecting the area as soon as practical and targeting any estuarine crocodile they find there for removal,” Mr Delzoppo said. “The rest of the Mareeba Shire remains in Zone E, a General Management Zone in which any crocodile displaying dangerous behaviour will be targeted for removal.

The helicopter inspection will be followed by day and night groundbased patrols. “Winter is the best time of the year to conduct aerial inspections for estuarine crocodiles,” Mr Delzoppo said. “They are ‘cold-blooded’ animals and at this time of the year they need to spend time each day basking in the sun to regulate their body temperature, making them much easier to spot from the air.”

family’s grief and loss but all loved ones of murder victims, especially when we are unable to lay our loved ones to rest,” Ms Splitt said. “It’s been a long emotional journey to get to this day. I thank the Palaszczuk Government and everyone else who has supported me through this journey.” The laws will be retrospective and apply to people convicted of: murder; manslaughter; accessory after the fact, conspiring to murder; unlawful striking causing death; and misconduct with a corpse.

Help for Italian Centrelink users Around 1000 pensioners across the Far North were affected by the retirement of an Italian translator at Centrelink which they used to fill in forms and query letters. But thanks to Mareeba woman Carmel Seravalle, they now have someone to turn to. The translator was based in Mareeba but travelled as far as Innisfail and Cairns regularly to help those who did not have English as their first language. “They kept sending the forms away incorrectly and didn’t understand what was going on,” said Mrs

Seravalle, who has been offering unofficial help to locals for the past few months. Starting on the first Wednesday of September Mrs Seravalle will be opening her home at 151 Walsh Street once a fortnight for a few hours to anyone who needs help. “It’s something I can do for the community so I’m happy to help,” she said. The service will run 8.30am to 12pm fortnightly at Mrs Seravalle’s house until someone official steps into the role at Centrelink. Phone 0478 225 076, or (07) 3357 9141 in Brisbane for more information.

For all your finance needs, call Don now!

LOOKING FOR SOMEWHERE TO GO?

Donald Lennox is a credit representative 485611 of BLSSA Pty Ltd, ACN 117 651 760. Australian Credit Licence 391237. Tableland Finance Pty Ltd ACN 609 743 991.

H Staff Parties H Birthday Parties H Fun Nights Out H Holiday Fun H Bowling Leagues

Try... Ten Pin Bowling!

Eclipse Drive, Atherton PHONE 4091 1900

Tableland Finance Brokers Visit: tablelandfinance.com.au Or call Don today 0427 658 553 for more information or to make appointment

facebook.com/#!/tablelandtenpinatherton

GUILFOYLE MAREEBA FUNERAL SERVICES PROFESSIONALLY CARING FOR THE MAREEBA REGION

At Guilfoyle Funeral Services we are proud to announce that our new purpose built Chapel is now ready to service all the local families from Mareeba and the surrounding districts. With seating for over 250 people in airconditioned comfort and a state of the art audio video system that will help families farewell and celebrate the lives of their loved ones. Our chapel will also be exclusively available to hold Twilight Funeral Services and Evening Visuals. As a non-denominational chapel, all are welcome to utilise our new facility.

“Entrusted by families for over 65 years”

PHONE: 4092 1013 www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

www.guilfoylefunerals.com.au The Express, Wednesday, August 16, 2017 PAGE 3

Voices from remote Queensland A book based on the women who live and work in the Gulf of Carpentaria is being launched next month. Half the women live and work on the vast cattle stations of remote northwest Queensland as owners, managers or stock and station workers. The others work in businesses, tourism, education, health and aviation, or live and work on fishing boats out in the Gulf. Gulf women are selfsufficient, generous, and cope with almost anything that life and the environment throws at them; floods, drought, sickness, emergencies ... all the difficulties that come with running a cattle station and its staff, a fishing business, a family being raised and educated, or an enterprise

far from anywhere. They are forthright, outspoken and don’t take kindly to being told by outsiders what they can and cannot do. But what they can do is love their soul country, manage the challenges of isolation, the Wet, and the totally unexpected. Author Bron Blake, facilitated the Gulf Women anthology. She and the contributors agreed that all work would be voluntary so all profits could return to the Gregory region for community projects. This powerful book gives women a voice to tell their own stories of managing distant stations and stock camps, handling terrible accidents, floods, bushfires, and killing droughts. Of nurses, teachers, mothers (food and essential sup-

plies ordered from far away centres: delivery weeks or months), rearing families and educating their children through Mount Isa School of the Air. There are stories of new mothers on properties isolated and inaccessible for months in the Wet, women giving birth at home with only neighbours to assist, reminiscences from last century and World War II, and accounts of fishing in the Gulf in sometimes unimaginable conditions. ‘They told me that there was: “Nothing to write about, really.” It was brushed off with: “So ordinary it’s boring.” “Just what you do.” “Just life.” I hope these women see in print, for all time, just how extraordinary they are. How proud we are of them,” said Ms Blake.

Mareeba Lioness Club

PINK RIBBON GARDEN PARTY

MAREEBA RACECOURSE, SATURDAY 19TH AUGUST

GATES OPEN 1PM ~ AFTERNOON TEA 2.30PM TICKETS $20: AVAILABLE AT ROCKMANS MAREEBA PRIZES GALORE INCLUDING BEST PINK OUTFIT!! FASHION PARADE BY BRING ROCKMANS OWN ENTERTAINMENT CUP! STALLS and RAFFLES

NORTHERN AUTO E LECTRICAL E S TA B L I S H E D I N 19 6 1

NOW STOCKISTS OF TOTAL LUBRICANTS FOR AGRICULTURAL AND AUTOMOTIVE

50 RANKIN STREET, MAREEBA QLD. 4880 P: 4092 2333 • F: 4092 2992 • E: nae@qld.chariot.net.au

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

PH: 4045 1767 PAGE 4 The Express, Wednesday, August 16, 2017

New play areas planned by TRC Kairi, Ravenshoe, Mt Garnet and Atherton will all be receiving new playgrounds this month thanks to Tablelands Regional Council’s ‘Works for Queensland’ initiatives. Tinaburra and Darby Camp playgrounds will also be getting a much needed upgrade next month. Indi Kidner, 4, (pictured above), is excited for the new equipment to be installed.

An artist impression of one of the new playgrounds.

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

EXTRAORDINARY PEOPLE DELIVERING EXTRAORDINARY SERVICE Contact us for a free copy of the booklet “A Complete Guide to Planning or Arranging a Funeral”.

PHONE: 4092 4774 180 Walsh St, Mareeba www.communityfunerals.com.au

CLEALL’S

BUTCHERY Cadets marching at the 72nd anniversary of Victory in the Pacific Day.

A day to remember

By Rebecca Wallis

SEVENTY two years ago on August 15, 1945, Japan surrendered to allied forces marking the end of World War II. Nearly 40,000 Australian were killed during the war and 100,000 wounded. It is a significant part of our history and is remembered each year in memorials all over Australia and locally at Rocky Creek War Memorial Park.

This year the anniversary was marked on Sunday, August 13 with a host of dignitaries, servicemen and women and guest speakers. Veteran solder Phil English from Malanda gave a moving speech about the effect the war had on the Tablelands and left a poignant reminder about the legacy the war has left us. “Let us remember those who made the supreme sacrifice in fighting for Australia in all the wars that

we’ve been involved in since federation,” he said. “Our servicemen and women have fought and died for our freedom. Yet freedom today is under great pressure, freedom is dear to all of us. Let our convictions remain strong and our purpose firm so we may pass onto our children both the fruits of freedom and the will to preserve it. “There is no greater love than this than someone should lay down their life

for their friends, their bodies are buried in peace but their names live forever. “Today let us dedicate ourselves to the cause of justice, freedom and peace. “I urge everyone to be loyal to the ideals that have made our country great. Be proud to be Australian.” Other key speakers on the day included Atherton cadet Amanda Mazlin and RAAF Flight Lt Kristina Filippi. Military, ex-servicemen and women,

cadets and emergency services personnel marched in unison before a one minute silence and servicemen plaques were named on the Memorial Wall. After the official part of the day was over, attendees were invited on a tour of the Igloo by the Atherton Rotary Club. The event was hosted by Tablelands Regional Council and the Rocky Creek War Memorial Park Advisory Committee.

THIS WEEK’S SPECIALS

WHOLE BUDGET RUMPS (Sliced) .................... $9.99 KG WHOLE PRIME RUMPS (Sliced)..................... $12.99 KG WHOLE PRIME RIB FILLETS (Sliced) ............. $21.99 KG CORNED SILVERSIDE .....................................$11.99 KG PORK LOIN CHOPS ........................................ $13.99 KG RIB ROASTS ................................................. $10.99 KG BBQ STEAK .................................................. $15.99 KG CRUMBED STEAK ......................................... $15.99 KG BEEF SAUSAGES........................................... $10.99 KG BEEF MINCE ................................................. $10.99 KG CHAMPAGNE HAM .........................................$17.99 KG

SPECIALS AVAILABLE WHILE STOCKS LAST COUNTRY ORDERS WELCOME SMOKE

75 BYRNES STREET, MAREEBA PHONE & FAX ORDERS WELCOME PH: 4092 1006 ~ FAX: 4092 3353

HOUSE SPECIALS ALSO AVAILABLE!

Your Mareeba Physio’s

CHRIS STANGER & RYAN PENGELLY Chris & Ryan are experienced in treating Sports/ Musculoskeletal injuries and they look forward to helping you live a life with less pain.

117 Mason St, Mareeba P: 4051 3252 Kev Plummer enjoying the celebrations.

Mareeba Shire Councillor Angela Toppin attended the memorial.

A variety of servicemen and women attended the anniversary.

www.cairnstotalphysio.com.au

Experience the magic of nbn™ with Telstra Telstra Store Atherton Atherton Square, Opposite Woolworths 07 4091 1628 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW: nbn not available to all areas, premises or customers. nbn™, nbn co and other nbn™ logos and brands are trade marks of nbn co limited and used under licence. ™ and ® are trademarks and registered trademarks of Telstra Corporation Limited ABN 33 051 775 556.

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

The Express, Wednesday, August 16, 2017 PAGE 5

Going for gold

Geoff Shannon looking intently for gold at the North Queensland Miners Association Gold Panning Championships on August 12.

It’s an event that harks back to a bygone era where thousands came to the Tablelands region searching for gold. Now the history is preserved every year at the Gold Panning Championships – where amateurs and professionals can sift side by side looking for gleaming bits of treasure. Instead of going home with bags of gold, however, the competitors get a beautiful trophy and prizes.. Held on the same day as the Mareeba markets on Saturday (August 12), the event always attracts a crowd of onlookers and those looking to have a go. Classes are split into

categories including Speciality Panning, Juniors, Novices, Skilled, Vetereans, Open and Teams and there’s a raffle and photo competition too.

Ray Wallace came 2nd in the Veterans Gold Panning contest and 3rd in the Open category.

ATTENDANCE PRIZE DRAW

2017 PROGRAM OF EVENTS 09.15am: Assemble at Arnold Park 09.30am: Pipe Band Play 09.45am: Advance Australia Fair (Kiarra Cabassi) 09.50am: Welcome to the Land (Charlene Brim) 10.00am: Mareeba State Primary School 10.15am: St Stephens Catholic College 10.30am: Mareeba State High School Band 10.45am: Ashley Coleman and Family 11.00am: Cadcai Dragon and Lion Chinese Cultural Performance

11.30am: Irish Dancing 11.45am: Les Caracoles Segundo and Angela and Bell 12.00pm: Ritmos De Mi Tierra – Latin Group 12.15pm: Tango Craze 12.30pm: Tablelands International Singers and The Music House 12.45pm: Mareeba Spanish Dancers 1.00pm: Welcome Address Craig Crawford, Mayor Tom Gilmore / Naturalisation Ceremony 1.30pm: Edelweiss Dancers Group 1.45pm: Zumba Demonstration

2.00pm: Cairns Filipino Dancing Group 2.15pm: Kainga Tonga 2.30pm: Serbian Community Group 2.45pm: Edelweiss Dancers Group 3.00pm: Zagareb Island Dancing 3.15pm: Tjapukai Dancers 3.30pm: Sanpaguita Filipino Dance Group 3.45pm: Vanuatu Dancing 4.00pm: AMU Group 4.20pm: Albanian Dancers 5.00pm: Zorba The Greek Finale

• Fill in your prize draw details below and place in the box provided at the festival • Prizes will be drawn throughout the day • Winners must be present at the time of drawing



NAME: .................................................... PHONE: .................................................. ADDRESS: ............................................. ................................................................. .................................................................

DON HALL AIRCONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

• MULTICULTURAL AFFAIRS QLD • MAREEBA SHIRE COUNCIL • TRAVEL EXPERIENCE • VINCENZO’S COFFEE LOUNGE • HOT AIR BALLOONS MAREEBA • O’DONNELL’S OFFICE POWER

• CORNETTS SUPA IGA • SKYRAIL CABLEWAY • MAREEBA PROPERTY MANAGEMENT • THE EXPRESS NEWSPAPER • RADIO 4AM • 7 TELEVISION

PAGE 6 The Express, Wednesday, August 16, 2017

• MAREEBA MAZDA AND MITSUBISHI • MILLER AND TEITZEL ACCOUNTANTS • NEXTRA MAREEBA NEWS • JACKAROO MOTEL • HARTLEY’S CROCODILE ADVENTURES

• KURANDA KOALA GARDENS • GOLDEN DROP WINERY • DON HALL AIRCONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION • MORO AUTO REPAIRS • MAREEBA LEAGUES CLUB

• MARANO FUEL • BENDIGO BANK • CAFÉ TRIESTE • TABLELANDS ADVERTISER • MAREEBA MEN’S SHED • DOMINO’S PIZZA

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

Members of the new Maize Festival committee Tanya Robertson, Alicia Jaggard, Kristy Higham, Amanda Cunningham and Jacqui Webb.

Maize Festival’s Modern revival By Rebecca Wallis

FIFTY-five years after the first ever Maize Festival, the event has been given a massive shake up. Still holding on to its community roots, the festival has now been given a modern twist to attract the younger generation. Happening in Atherton on August 26, the biggest change to the festival is the introduction of ‘ambassadors’, as opposed to its usual Maize Queens. Since the festival began in 1962, the traditional queen

contest has provided a platform for young women to get involved in the local community and help raise funds to feed back into local charities. “We wanted to shake things up a bit and make it more relevant,” said committee secretary Alicia Jaggard. “We introduced the new ambassadors program and opened it up to guys as well.” Ambassadors raise money for a local charity of their choosing and take part in workshops and events such as a Leadership Development Workshop.

Memorial planned for pilot killed in Biboohra Proceeds donated from this year’s Mareeba Military Muster (August 5-6) will go towards a long overdue memorial dedicating the tragic loss of a US Flyer that was killed on the 9th August 1943, near Biboohra. Second Lieutenant Andrew Kendel Duke was piloting a P-38 Lightning Serial No 43-2200, that was attached to the 5th Air Force, 475th Fighter Group, 431st Fighter Squadron . At 16.05hrs on the above date 2nd Lt Duke experienced engine trouble during flight over Mareeba, during his flight from Amberley to New Guinea. Due to this engine trouble Duke requested to land at Mareeba airfield but was advised to circle as the airstrip was being utilised at the time, but to return to land shortly there after. As Lt Duke circled, the aircraft experienced further

serious engine difficulties and it quickly became apparent Duke was unable to land at the airfield. Duke decided to attempt a single engine landing north from Mareeba to Biboohra. The aircraft began to lose altitude, and tragically crashed near the small township of Biboohra. Duke was killed instantly suffering horrific internal injuries and burns from the aircraft crash, and post explosion. The Memorial will stand within the garden area within the confines of the Biboohra Cash Store and Service Station along the Mulligan Highway. An official service is also being planned for August 9, 2018, exactly 75 years after the tragic event. Coordinator Michael Musumeci said: “Once again the support has been overwhelming from so many people, including the

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

“We’ve incorporated the workshops so they can get something out of it as well,” said Miss Jaggard. “It gives them a skill they can take away from the festival.” The committee has almost doubled in numbers this year with a lot of people outside of the core group offering help and support in different areas. “Everyone loves the festival and wants to keep it going,” said Miss Jaggard. “But we never get any help. We’ve had these ideas for a long time and now we’ve got some new mem-

bers we have been able to put a lot of the changes in place.” The layout of the festival day has also changed. Jack Street will be full of food vendors selling delicious edible items. Outside the Men’s Shed at the end of Main Street will be a display of vintage agricultural machinery and there will be free face painting for the kids and a petting zoo. Along with the festival procession the 2017 Ambassador will be announced, followed by live music, entertainment and dance performances.

Lt Andrew Duke was flying a plane similar to this one when he went down.

2nd Lt Andrew Kendel Duke who lost his life 74 years ago flying over Biboohra.

Mareeba Shire Council. “The history of Mareeba needs to be not only highlighted to our visitors, but also to the younger generations, so the sacrifices of so many can be remembered.”

Relatives of Lt Duke have been notified in the USA, and are overwhelmed that the memory of 2nd Lt Andrew Kendel Duke will be remembered, and are so grateful.

The Express, Wednesday, August 16, 2017 PAGE 7

Project helps the homeless By Rebecca Wallis

If you are young, indigenous and homeless, getting back on your feet can be tough. Which is why a Community Housing program aimed at teaching cooking, budgeting and healthy eating skills has been such a lifeline to a group of young women. Mareeba Community Housing manager Patricia Goldfinch said the six week program has been a huge success. “It’s really around them connecting with community, connecting with each other. But also looking at low cost ways they can provide food and items,” she said. “The girls said what they got out of it was around confidence-building and budgeting and that they also really felt that sense of community and that they were really getting that interacting with community elders. “And the community elders actually enjoyed it as well, so they’ve asked when can we do it again we will run and we’ll get their input as well.” The girls practiced

cooking recipes from their families as well as other practical and healthy family meals that are cost effective. At the end of the program they created and designed a booklet called ‘Cooking Together’ which lists those recipes for them to keep. It was launched officially last Friday to coincide with Homeless Awareness Week (August 7-13). “We had three indigenous community elders came in and they cooked with the young ones and it was really that sense of belonging that we found from the younger girls,” said Mrs Goldfinch. “The community elders brought in recipes and the young girls thought about things that their mums have cooked. After that we decided to bring it all together in a little booklet so they actually then have the recipes. It’s a memento for them to take with them.” The program will be run again in November offering help and advice on planning for Christmas. Mareeba Community Housing Company is a notfor-profit organisation that provides affordable housing for some of the most in-need people in the com- (From L-R) Community elders Lynette Hastie and Roxanne Hastie with the participants of the project Iana Asaki and Crystal Courtney, munity. Community Housing employee Heidi Avolio, Suzette Matheson and Community Housing employees Tunsy Gleed and Bernadette Morham.

Firies warn of looming bushfire season in FNQ

Bushfire season is less than a month away and the Rural Fire Service (RFS) is urging landowners across the far north to act now to decrease the risk. Bushfire Safety Officer Michael Spartalis said targeted mitigation activities had escalated across the region as the season draws closer and weather conditions remain favourable. “So far we are happy with the progress that has been made with our preseason mitigation here in the far north, and the response of the communities has been positive,” Mr Spartalis said. “There is, however,

plenty of work still to be done, to prepare ahead of the season and this is where we need the help of all landowners.” Mr Spartalis said weather conditions meant it was critical that residents prepared their properties now. “It is still fairly green along the Region’s coastline, however as we head further west and to the Cape, vegetation is drying out rapidly,” he said. “This means it is prime time to reduce fuel loads, particularly in these areas, while conditions are favourable.” Mr Spartalis said it was important for landowners

to obtain a permit if they plan to light fires on their property bigger than two metres in any direction. “The Permit to Light a Fire system ensures burns are conducted at an appropriate time of the year, are suitably managed and emergency services are notified,” he said. Mr Spartalis also advised those burning to keep their neighbours in the loop. “Keeping everyone informed also reduces the likelihood of us receiving Triple Zero calls, meaning we can focus on allocating resources where they are needed most,” he said.

2017 PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD Customer Service Awards

Best Business for customer service and Best Individual for customer service Online voting for a Business or Individual that goes above and beyond to offer an exceptional customer service experience. Businesses and individuals with the highest number of votes will be announced at the Gala Celebration on November 4.

PAGE 8 The Express, Wednesday, August 16, 2017

VOTE ONLINE NOW

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

entertainment

Revving up for a good time

MOTORCYCLE lovers and those after a roaring good time will be in heaven next weekend when the Mareeba Workers Club Annual Bike Show rides into town. The thrum of engines will be mixed with laughter and good times as bike enthusiasts of all ages converge at 3 Reynolds Street, on Saturday, August 26. The annual event, which has been going for the past 17 years, will feature dozens of bikes including custom types, vintage cruisers, three wheelers, sport bikes and much, much more with bike nominations free for all. Bike show judging will be at 3pm with presentations at 4.30pm. Children will also be well looked after during the day at the kids corner with a jumping castle and face painting. Three live bands will be pumping out tunes throughout the event, with the party to continue well into the night. There will also be a burnout comp and full catering is available with overnight camping and breakfast in the morning. To join in on the fun, head to the Mareeba Workers Club 17th Annual Bike Show on Saturday August 26. Gates open at 12 noon, children under 18 are free and it’s adults only after 8pm.

Mareeba Workers Club Annual Bike Show will rev up the town next weekend. PHOTO BY PETER ROY.

New releases keep on coming

NEW on screen is THE DARK TOWER, starting this Thursday at the Rising Sun in Mareeba – at the same time that it hits all the screens around Australia. This action adventure fantasy has a star cast that includes Matthew McConaughey and Idris Alba. VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS, as well as WAR FOR THE PLANET OF THE APES also continues for another amazing week and BABY DRIVER has one last showing this Wednesday.

THE DARK TOWER

The last Gunslinger, Roland Deschain, has been locked in an eternal battle with Walter O'Dim, also known as the Man in Black, determined to prevent him from toppling the Dark Tower, holds the universe together. With the fate of the worlds at stake, good and evil will collide in the ultimate battle as only Roland can defend the Tower from the Man in Black.

VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS

Is the new adventure film from Luc Besson, the director of The Professional, The Fifth Element and

Lucy, based on the comic book series which inspired a generation of artists, writers and filmmakers. In the 28th century, Valerian (Dane DeHaan) and Laureline (Cara Delevingne) are a team of special operatives charged with maintaining order throughout the human territories. Under assignment from the Minister of Defense, the two embark on a mission to the astonishing city of Alpha-an ever-expanding metropolis where species from all over the universe have converged over centuries to share knowledge, intelligence and cultures with each other. There is a mystery at the center of Alpha, a dark force which threatens the peaceful existence of the City of a Thousand Planets, and Valerian and Laureline must

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

race to identify the marauding menace and safeguard not just Alpha, but the future of the universe.

WAR FOR THE PLANET OF THE APES

Caesar and his apes are forced into a deadly conflict with an army of humans led by a ruthless Colonel. After the apes suffer unimaginable losses, Caesar wrestles with his darker instincts and begins his own mythic quest to avenge his kind. As the journey finally brings them face to face, Caesar and the Colonel are pitted against each other in an epic battle that will determine the fate of both their species and the future of the planet.

MareebaRSL

Your club in the heart of town!

NOW SCREENING! VIETNAM Vietnam Veterans Day VETERANS DAY

Commemorating the battle of Long Tan

Mareeba RSL Club

Mareeba RSL Club 2017 Friday 18th august Friday 18th August 11.00 am Main service11.00am - anzac Park - cenotaPh Main Service 11.30 pm Anzac Park – Cenotaph

March asseMbly - Adjacent Mareeba RSL, Byrnes Street at 10.45am

11.30pm

Join the Veterans after the service for a $10.00 special of the Join the pie, veterans forchips lunch traditional mushy peas, & gravy

at Digger’s Bistro at the RSL $10 – Traditional pie, mushy peas, chips & gravy Everyone welcome

at Digger’s Bistro, Mareeba RSL Club

live comedy night

Friday 18th August Mareeba RSL – 9pm Over an hour of Open Mic Comed y!

Includes Stand Up Comedy's Finest from Cairns & Surrounds!

free for all

THE DARK TOWER (M)

THU 17th: 10.30pm, 8.00pm FRI 18th: 7.45pm SAT 19th: 1.00pm, 8.00pm SUN 20th: 1.30pm MON 21st: 10.30am, 8.00pm TUE 22nd: 1.00pm, 8.00pm

VALERIAN & THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS (M)

NEW

WED 16th: 8.00pm THU 17th: 12.30pm, 5.30pm FRI 18th: 9.45pm SAT 19th: 10.30am, 5.30pm SUN 20th: 11.00am MON 21st: 12.30pm, 5.30pm TUE 22nd: 10.30am, 5.30pm

WAR FOR PLANET OF THE APES (M)

WED 16th: 10.30am, 5.30pm THU 17th: 3.00pm FRI 18th: 5.00pm SAT 19th: 3.00pm SUN 20th: 3.30pm MON 21st: 3.00pm TUE 22nd: 3.00pm BABY DRIVER (MA) – WED 16th: 1.15pm

Byrnes Street, Mareeba | Phone: 4092 1396 | Email: functions@mareebarslclub.com.au

Mareeba RSLClub - P: 4092 1396 - E: functions@mareebarslclub.com.au



www.mareebarslclub.com.au

The Express, Wednesday, August 16, 2017 PAGE 9

The LAND Growers convinced they can’t win importation fight Local lime farmers are confident that the importation of limes from overseas will be allowed to go ahead, despite their attempts to stop it. After a meeting last month, the Mareeba Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association sent off a submission to the Federal Government’s Department of Agriculture outlining their concerns with their draft review into the importation of Tahitian limes from the South Pacific. But Mareeba lime

NOMINATIONS

NOW OPEN!

Charlie Nastasi

HORTICULTURAL FARMER

OF THE YEAR AWARD The annual

‘Charlie Nastasi Horticultural Farmer of the Year’

award recognises Outstanding Innovation and/or Exceptional Leadership in the Tableland Horticultural Industry

The Mareeba Distruct Fruit and Vegetable Growers Assocation is now inviting nominations for the 2017 award which will be presented at the MDFVGA Dinner on September 15. NOMINATIONS CLOSE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2017 Post to PO Box 989, Mareeba QLD 4880 or email mdfvga@bigpond.com

Proudly sponsored by... President: Mr Joe Moro Email: moro_joe@hotmail.com

PO Box 989 MAREEBA QLD 4880

Secretary: Mrs Maree Lopez Email: jam.lopez97@gmail.com

ers.” A submission was sent to Government last week stating a list of disease and pest threats from the lime imports. “From our perspective, it is simply unacceptable that the Department of Agriculture would be willing to take such a risk which could have the potential to devastate the Australian lime industry,” it read. “As growers, we are concerned whether these pacific nations have the expertise and necessary bi-

osecurity protocols in place to prevent a pest or disease outbreak in Australia. “We simply cannot afford to contend with an even greater biosecurity and economic threat to locally grown limes and strongly urge the department to reject this proposal to import limes from the South Pacific.” The farmers are hoping to get Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce to come to Mareeba and meet growers to discuss the issue and get him board.

Knuth says voting down milk logo bill is a ‘sick joke’ KAP’s Shane Knuth warned people not to be fooled by the LNP and the Palaszczuk Government uniting to vote down the Fair Milk Price Logo bill. “This is a disgusting slap in the face by the government,” Mr Knuth said. “They pretend they are heroes, but all they have done is announce they will spend three years developing a scheme that we could have had implemented tonight. By then it will be too little too late. “It’s a sick joke. Based on the current rate of dairy farmers going under, another 210 farmers will have

to walk off their properties by the time the government’s pilot comes to fruition,” Shane said. KAP’s Sustainable Queensland Dairy Production (Fair Milk Price Logos) Bill 2016 would have created a voluntary scheme where milk processors could put a logo on milk bottles if they had paid the farmer a fair price for that milk. “When people go to the shop to buy milk, most of them want to buy milk that farmers have been paid a fair price for, and they are happy to pay a bit extra for that. But there is no way

for them to know which milk that is. We could have changed that tonight. It would have given consumers the power to support dairy farmers, and gone a long way to saving our rapidly dying dairy industry. But no. The government and LNP won’t support anything that isn’t their idea. I will tell you right now, dairy farmers do not care whose idea this is. They just need change, and they need it now, not in three years,” Shane said. In the year 2000, Queensland had 1500 dairy farmers, there are now just 430.

Telephone: (07) 4092 6099 Email: mdfvga@bigpond.com

THE 2016 MAREEBA DISTRICT FRUIT AND VEGETABLE GROWERS DINNER The Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association is again preparing for its Annual Fruit and Vegetable Dinner. This year, the dinner will be held on Friday 16 September 2016 at the Mareeba International Club. We are approaching your firm for sponsorship of this event as you have an involvement in the fruit and vegetable industry. Sponsorship towards our dinner can be made by way of a monetary contribution. The Association will regard all contributions received to include GST and a tax invoice will be forwarded to you once payment is received.

SUGAR REPORTS MOSSMAN MILL CRUSHING STATISTICS WEEK 9

Gold Sponsor status is also available for sponsorship of the Dinner. This status will be given special promotions, where the names will be announced as “Gold Dinner Sponsors”. The cost involved in becoming a Gold Sponsor will be $660.00 (GST inclusive). Sponsors names will be noted on the invitation that is sent to all members of this Association and sponsors are welcome to set up a display at the hall on the night. Also, on the evening of the Dinner, our President will announce those organizations or businesses that have provided sponsorship towards the Dinner. Sponsorship categories include: $600.00 (GST Exclusive) $300.00 to $599.00 (GST Exclusive) $100.00 to $299.00 (GST Exclusive) $0 to $99.00 (GST Exclusive)

farmer Karen Muccignat said she believes the government will allow the importation to go ahead, potentially affecting her livelihood and the $31million local citrus industry. “It’s going to be a hard one to pull up,” said Mrs Muccignat, an executive of the Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association. “There’s a lot of politics going on with free trade. It’s part of the trade agreement, which we understand, but not at the expense of Australian farm-

Gold Sponsor Silver Sponsor Bronze Sponsor Sponsor

As always, we thank you for your continued support and if you are interested in being involved with our dinner, please contact myself on (07) 4092 6099 or email: jam.lopez97@gmail.com so the necessary arrangements for promotion can be organised. Thank you and kind regards.

Maree Lopez Secretary Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association

Mossman Mill plant availability was below budget for Week 9 but weekly throughput was above target. The factory processed 43,980 tonnes of cane at an average crushing rate of 323 tonnes/hour. One major down time occurred late in the week which was the failure of two superheater loop tubes in the Thompson Boiler. This repair required the boiler to be cooled before repairs could be undertaken. No. 1 Mill turbine governor had an electrical fault that also caused a lengthy stop. The Mill has continued producing JA brand sugar this week. • Total for week: 43,980 tonnes • CCS for week: 12.95 • Total cane crushed to date: 340,932 tonnes • CCS average to date: 12.20 • 2017 crop estimate: 930,000 tonnes

TABLELAND MILL CRUSHING STATISTICS WEEK 10 To date the mill has crushed 284,005 tonnes with a season to date CCS of 13.88. • Total for week: 29,324 tonnes • CCS for week: 14.01 • Total cane crushed to date: 284,005 tonnes • CCS average to date: 13.88 • 2017 crop estimate: 730,000 tonnes

PAGE 10 The Express, Wednesday, August 16, 2017

MAREEBA LIVEWEIGHT CATTLE

MARKET REPORT PRIME QUOTES BUTCHER’S STEERS BUTCHER’S HEIFERS WHOLESALE COWS EXPORT SLAUGHTER OX EXPORT SLAUGHTER COWS EXPORT SLAUGHTER BULLS

HIGHEST 265.2 208.2 207.2 265.2 209.2 227.2

STORE QUOTES STORE STEERS STORE HEIFERS COWS & CALVES 1 UNIT MEDIUM BULLS STORE MALES

HIGHEST 260.2 227.2 NO QUOTE NO QUOTE 230.0

LOWEST 256.2 203.2 155.2 201.2 187.2 143.2

ALL VENDORS PLEASE NOTE: TO ACHIEVE FULL COMPETITION ON YOUR CATTLE, MAKE SURE YOU ARE FULLY ACCREDITED WITH THE MLA AND HAVE A CURRENT NATIONAL VENDOR DECLARATION.

PLEASE CONTACT YOUR PREFERRED AGENT at least BEFORE 8AM MONDAY WHEN CONSIDERING YOUR CATTLE

• ELDERS 4086 3500 • • LANDMARK 4092 3711 • • QUEENSLAND RURAL 4092 3522 • NQ SALEYARDS COMPANY PTY LTD - PHONE 4092 1228 MARKET SALE EVERY TUESDAY 9AM @ MAREEBA SALEYARD www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

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

Outstanding acreage with everything

Enjoy the freedom of space and the lifestyle and privacy that only an acreage property offers. This 6.42 acre elevated property is still within easy reach of town and features stunning views of the surrounding landscape, a four bedroom, two bathroom, sizeable home as well as the added bonus of a beautifully fitted out and fully selfcontained one bedroom living quarters, multiple sheds and all the infrastructure in place for horses. The substantial list of inclusions are: • Fully tiled four bedroom home with built-in robes in bedrooms, plus huge master bedroom with full length mirrored built-in robe and impressive ensuite with a spa • 2 living areas • Sizeable U-shaped two-pac kitchen with loads of cupboard space, corner pantry and breakfast bar, Nef stainless steel oven plus steam oven, gas cooktop plus a second kitchen directly off the patio • Patio with sensational views overlooking the acreage • Security screens throughout and solar power system • Nine electric fenced paddocks improved with Rhodes grass and three Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

inch underground pvc irrigation • 60m x 20m all weather horse arena • 11 Megalitres of gravity fed water allocation • Various machinery and storage sheds including an approx 15m x 15m shed with a one bedroom beautifully fitted out and fully selfcontained living quarters and 4m x 2.4m coldroom • Approx 12m x 10m colourbond shed with airconditioned office and 3m x 2.4m coldroom, plus an approx 15m x 15m workshop and 15m x 4m hay/storage shed • Large greenhouse and 5m x 3m garden shed/ tack room • Ferguson 35 tractor and slasher and 50 lengths of two-inch solid set irrigation pipes It’s tucked away from the hustle and bustle yet still only 15 minutes from all town amenities and awards a peaceful country lifestyle with everything desirable for your family. For further information or to arrange a private inspection please call exclusive agent Joe Torrisi on 0417 700 468.

MAREEBA NOW $595,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Joe Torrisi Joe Torrisi Real Estate 0417 700 468

Select your new home site at Wylandra Estate A place for the family to be established and grow and have a great lifestyle and tranquility in this spacious neighbourhood of Mareeba. These home sites are located only approximately five minutes to Mareeba and provide rich red soils, town water, underground power and phone, via sealed asphalt road with curbing and channel. The remaining allotments still for sale range from 3967m2 to 5054m2 and are priced from $145,000. Call into our office and arrange an inspection today or call us on the following phone numbers today. Contact Mareeba Real Estate Agencies on 4092 1556, Mark Gallo or 0428 121 520 or Lynette Tahir on 0427 153 868. Email mrea4880@qld.chariot.net.au Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

MAREEBA POA Mareeba Real Estate Agencies 0428 121 520 or 0427 153 868

The Express, Wednesday, August 16, 2017 PAGE 11

PROPERTY

Three bedroom villa

THREE bedroom modern villa, fully air-conditioned, tiled throughout, vertical blinds throughout, security screens, modern decor, patio, quiet living, short walk to town and no pets. For rent at $330.00 per week. For more information or to arrange an inspection, do not hesitate to contact Mareeba Property Management on 4092 2111. Address: Price: Agent:

Mareeba Property Management

Contact:

Your local rental specialists

MAREEBA FOR RENT $330 P/W Mareeba Property Management 4092 2111

FIT FOR A FAMILY 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home in Dimbulah, open plan lounge, kitchen with breakfast bar, internal laundry, small front verandah, 3 bay shed with water/power & phone, rear access to property, outside pets on application. $320 PER WEEK

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

www.elderstablelands.com.au CENTRAL TO ATHERTON AND MAREEBA • 2.7 acres, 2 paddocks with shelter • 2mg channel water, rainwater tank • 4 bedroom 3 bathroom house, large shed • Chicken coop, fruit trees

ELDERS REAL ESTATE

Gina Raccanello 0407 178 898

Cheryl Matthews 0419 954 141

QUALITY, SIZE & STYLE

• 4 BRM FAMILY HOME BUILT BY BATTISTIN BUILDERS • GALLEY STYLE KITCHEN, OPEN PLAN LIVING + MEDIA • BUILT-INS, ENSUITE, AIRCON, PORCELAIN TILES • OUTDOOR ENT AREA, LARGE SHED, 850M2 BLOCK

$465,000 NEG

SOPHIE BOZZO 0428 128 154

WWW.JOETORRISI.COM.AU

MAREEBA REAL ESTATE AGENCIES FO

N RE

Snapper 154 on 3 Jannali House and land package

3 BEDROOM HOME

• IN QUIET CUL-DE-SAC • 2 TOILETS • 1 BATHROOM • AIRCONDITIONING • FULLY FENCED YARD • PETS ALLOWED • BACK DECKING AREA • 2 VEHICLE CARPORT • NEAR SCHOOL / CBD

$350 PER WEEK (SEE WEBSITE H8888)

4092 1556

7 Hort Street, Mareeba

www.mareeba4880realestate.com.au

Travelling? Need a place to lock up, leave and not worry about? Yard too big? Are you a first Home Buyer? Take $20,000 off. Amaroo and Austart Homes Tablelands (QBCC 1076708) have released an exclusive house and land package especially designed with those with comfort and security in mind, without

PAGE 12 The Express, Wednesday, August 16, 2017

the huge price tag, ongoing fees and an over abundance of garden to maintain. The proposed package on offer – The Snapper 154 on Lot 3 (662m2). Three bedrooms and two bathrooms, featuring a walk-in robe and ensuite to the master. Also included is all floor coverings, tiles to the spacious 6m x 3.5m

alfresco entertainment area. Imagine yourself creating delicious meals in your brand-new designer kitchen, complimented by an island bench, open plan living and dining area. Single Lock up garage and so much more. Proposed for construction on Lot 3 Jannali Ct, Amaroo offering peace of mind with the

Amaroo Medical Centre within walking distance plus the future Amaroo Village Market Place. The Snapper is ideally suited to retirees, first homeowners, Young working couples, or anyone looking for the advantage of a very manageable yard, with the convenience of amenities close by. *House and land are

sold on separate contracts. Land $110,000* and house construction $171,800. All illustrations are a guide only. Enquiries are most welcome – Contact Debbie at Amaroo on 0409 321 000. The Sales office is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10am to 3pm at Amaroo.

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

PROPERTY Stylish, contemporary country living plus granny flat www.4880.com.au

$495,000 NEG 3 1 4

• 30 Acres Fully Fenced • Spacious 3 Bedroom Block Home • 2 Permanent Dams, Bore, Tanks, Multiple Sheds • Short Drive To CBD Amenities

603 Hodzic Road, Mareeba - ID#1P2137 Andrew Rogato 0418 183 444

4092 5255

Have all the luxury and style while living in the country. Featuring a gorgeous open kitchen and lounge with the fridge, dishwasher and microwave includes an awesome timber veranda that catches a great breeze, not to mention the air conditioned comfort that awaits inside the house and guest quarters. The two large bed-

rooms in the main house feature built in robes and the main bedroom has its own private deck. Set your teenager up in their own space with the self contained flat (excluding the kitchen sink), entertain yourself in the greenhouse, get some chickens for the coop or simply enjoy the surrounding gardens, and you'll find that there's nothing to do ex-

cept move in and start enjoying the lifestyle of this great home. Currently rented to the local mines on a secure lease.

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

For more information or to arrange a private inspection please contact Aurelia Rogato on 0418 183 555. Visit www.rogatobros. com.au/1P0065

CHILLAGOE REDUCED to $230,000 NEG Aurelia Rogato Rogato Real Estate 0418 183 555

Comfortable modern living

If it is a family home that you are after, then this four bedroom rendered masonry block home in Kenneally Estate is worth a look. There are four bedrooms with built-in wardrobes in three rooms and an ensuite in the master. The modern kitchen is well-appointed with gas/electric cooking and forms part of the open plan living which flows out to the patio. Views to the east capture the morning sun

and breezes. Vinyl plank flooring features in the living areas, carpet in the bedrooms and tiles in the wet areas. The main bathroom features a spa, separate shower and separate toilet. With double washtubs and built-in linen cupboard, the laundry is a great size There is also direct access from the double remote control garage into the house. The home is situated on a 1000m2 corner al-

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

lotment which is fenced to the rear, only minutes from all of the town facilities. Access to a new three-bay Colorbond shed situated at the side of the property is from the road. All the elements for a relaxing, comfortable Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

and modern lifestyle are here. For further information or to arrange an inspection, please contact Exclusive Agent John Falvo at Mareeba Property Office on 0408 456 344.

MAREEBA $405,000 NEG John Falvo Mareeba Property Office 0408 456 344

MAREEBA PROPERTY OFFICE

OPEN SAT 9.30AM-10.30AM

OPEN SAT 11AM-12NOON

3 BEST STREET, MAREEBA

1 PALM CLOSE, MAREEBA

• 3 bed, 2 bath, open plan in Kenneally Estate • Modern kitchen, spacious pantry, large bath • S/screens, ceiling fans & air-con, 2 car garage • Side access, fenced backyard, 1000m2 lot

• 4 bed, 2 bath home, modern kitchen • Airconditioning & ceiling fans throughout • Huge entertaining area with sparkling pool • Large 995m2 block & lockable workshop

$339,000 NEG

$435,000 NEG

SALLY TEITZEL 0475 777 137

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST WELCOMED 119 BEANTREE ROAD, TOLGA 30 ACRES IN THE GOLD TRIANGLE - 12.14 HECTARES • 30 Acres prime agricultural land (highly productive) • 53 megalitre water allocation, 3 bores, water tank • Master built clay brick/masonry block home, approx 340sqm under roof • 3 bedrooms, 2 bathroom, study, large kitchen • Spacious patio, double lock-up garage • Approx. 750sqm of shed space under roof with power, water & solar • Great location & only a short distance to Atherton & Tolga townships All expressions of interest must be in writing and received to the Main Street Real Estate office at 76 Main Street, Atherton by 12pm on the 7th September, 2017

CONTACT: DAIMIN KOCHI 0448 916 246 The Express, Wednesday, August 16, 2017 PAGE 13

INDEX

business

DIRECTORY

The Express, Wednesday, August 16, 2017 PAGE 15

CLASSIfieds phone us: 4092 3464

Church Notices

email us: admin@theexpressnewspaper.com.au

Memoriam

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

Cleaning SUPERCLEAN

Commercial Cleaners Pty Ltd Outside 3 Bedroom House Washed $95 Paths Done at 1/2 Price

Have Your Roof Cleaned by Superclean and We Will Wash the Ouside of Your House as a BONUS!!

SOLAR PANELS WASHED BY HAND! FuLL GARDEN SERvicE RuBBiSH REMOvAL PESt cONtROL

• Great Pensioners Discounts • We also accept vouchers • Will Match Any Other Written Quote • Qld Govt Preferred

“One FRee call dOes it all” Phone George Freecall 1800 063 024 Mobile 0417 610 679

Position Vacant

OUR MAREEBA PRACTICE IS LOOKING FOR A

CHIROPRACTIC ASSISTANT

Who is outgoing, proﬁcient with computers, health conscious and enthusiastic. The position involves general receptions duties which includes booking appointments, processing payments, communicating with patients/other health care providers, spreadsheets and cleaning. Must have drivers licence and be willing to occasionally travel between our other practice in Cairns, Malanda & Innisfail. The position is approximately 18 base hours/week.

For Enquires, please send your CVs to: carechiromareeba@gmail.com

Like The express on facebook & Join our 9,368 friends!

Advertising works. Phone Natasha Burton on 4092 3464 by 4pm every Friday to place your advert.

IS SOMEONE YOU KNOW GETTING MARRIED? Place an advert in The Express and wish them all the best!

Advertising works. Call us on 4092 3464.

What’s Coming Up? AUGUST 26th

Tablelands Country Music Club at Jullatten Tavern. (No cover charge).

SEPTEMBER 24th

Tablelands Country Music Club at Atherton Hotel. (No cover charge).

WEEKLY, FORTNIGHTLY & MONTHLY EVENTS  Q.C.W.A Mareeba hosts Bingo every Thursday from 9am at the Q.C.W.A Hall, Wilkes St, Mareeba.  Uniting Church Markets every Friday morning. Hall beside Target. Q.C.W.A Aerial Outpost Branch Craft Day. 4th Wednesday of the month 9am. 15 Wilson St, Mareeba.  Q.C.W.A Mareeba self help craft, cards and social morning every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. 9am at the Q.C.W.A Hall, Wilkes St, Mareeba.  PCYC Seniors Social Club meets for morning tea, outings, trivia and games every Tuesday from 9.30am at the PCYC Hall 136 Walsh St Mareeba (next to Vinnies).  Al-Anon Family Groups - Atherton & Yungaburra. Ph 1300 252 666.  St George’s Church Indoor Bowls every Tuesday 1pm at St George’s Hall at 53 Constance St, Mareeba.  Mareeba RSL Club Soup Kitchen every Tuesday, 6pm - 8pm entry via back gate.

Email The Express today! admin@theexpressnewspaper.com.au PAGE 16 The Express, Wednesday, August 16, 2017

Tender

TMSC2017-21 REPLACEMENT OF POOL WATER TREATMENT INFRASTRUCTURE AT THE MAREEBA AND DIMBULAH SWIMMING POOLS The Mareeba Shire Council operates the pools at Mareeba and Dimbulah in conjunction with lessees at both sites. The existing pool water treatment infrastructure at both sites has reached their use by date and need replacing. Obtaining Documentation: Tender documents are lodged on Council’s online e-procurement system for release Saturday 12 August 2017, Tenderlink - www.tenderlink.com/msc. Please register as a potential supplier on Tenderlink to download the documents. There is no charge to register or to download the documents. Enquiries: Tender enquiries, questions or clarifications should be directed via the online forum. Mareeba Shire Council officers are unable to respond to verbal enquiries in relation to the tender. The forum will close 5 days prior to the tender closing time and date. Please ensure that all questions, information requests and clarifications are posted prior to this time. Lodgement of Tenders: Completed responses must be lodged by uploading the submission to Tenderlink, using the response forms within the tender documentation. We strongly recommend that you begin uploading your tender submission files at least two (2) hours BEFORE tender closing. Closing Time: The Closing Time for lodgement of Tenders is 11.00 am Tuesday 5 September 2017. Submissions must be fully received by this time. Late, verbal or emailed tenders will not be accepted. For technical issues or general assistance to register, download documents or upload your tender submission on this website, please contact Tenderlink Support Help Desk on 1800 233 533 or email support@tenderlink.com. Tender will not be opened publicly. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Peter Franks Chief Executive Officer PO Box 154, MAREEBA, QLD. 4880

Payment SyStem

The 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

fax us: 4092 6346

Public Notice

RATE NOTICES ISSUED - DUE 15 SEPTEMBER, 2017

The half-yearly Rate Notices for the six-month period ending 31 December, 2017 have been issued. The discount period closes on Friday 15 September, 2017. If you have not received your Rate Notice, please contact the Rates Department. HOW CAN I PAY MY RATES? You can pay your Rates in a number of ways. This includes BPay, Australia Post Billpay, MyPost Digital Mail, EFTPOS including debit and credit card, cash, cheque and money orders. Change or cash out is not given on credit card payments. To receive the discount, you need to ensure that any transactions are processed and funds cleared into Council’s bank account on or before the discount date. WHERE CAN I PAY MY RATES? You can pay at any of the Council’s two (2) Service Centres or at any Council’s agencies: • Australia Post - Pay safely and securely in person at any Australia Post Office, pay by cash, cheque or credit card (Visa and Mastercard only). • By Phone - Call 13 18 16 at any time of the day for the cost of a local call (within Australia). Visa and MasterCard are accepted, normal call charges apply from public phones, mobile phones and overseas phones. • By Cheque - Post a cheque to Mareeba Shire Council, PO Box 154, MAREEBA QLD 4880. • Australia Post Billpay - Visit www.paypaperbills.postbillpay.com.au. Use the BillPay Code (4068) and use your BillPay Reference Number (found on your most current Rates Notice). • MyPost Digital Mail - Sign up for free at digitalmailbox.com.au to receive and pay your rate notices. • Direct Deposit/BPay - Call your financial institution (or logging onto their website) to pay your rates by cheque or savings account, BPAY Biller Code 228171 and your customer reference number that is found on the bottom of your rates notice in the BPAY box. • In Person Mareeba - 65 Rankin Street. Open Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm (Thursday opening 9.00am). Phone 1300 308 461. Kuranda - Block C, 18-22 Arara Street, Kuranda. Council business conducted Monday to Friday, 10.00am - 4.30pm. DO YOU KNOW ABOUT OUR PAYMENT ARRANGEMENTS? To help ease the financial burden, Council has a payment arrangement scheme available provided the total amount outstanding is paid by 31 December, 2017. This allows you to pay a nominated weekly, fortnightly or monthly amount towards the Rates and other charges. You will only receive the 10 per cent discount, if the full amount of Rates and Charges is paid by Friday 15 September, 2017. Contact Council’s Rates Department for further information. Discount will not be allowed under any circumstances if payment is not received at Council’s Service Centres at the above times by the due date. A Pensioner Rebate may also apply to those holders of a State Government Pensioner Concession Card or Repatriation Gold Card. Peter Franks CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PO Box 154 www.msc.qld.gov.au MAREEBA QLD 4880 Phone: 1300 308 461

FOr enquirieS PleaSe PhOne (07) 4092 3464

Public Notice Proposed Development Have your say! From: CROPPING & DWELLING HOUSE To: CROPPING, DWELLING HOUSE, FUNCTION FACILITY, AND SHORT-TERM ACCOMMODATION At: 549 MALONE ROAD, MAREEBA On: LOT 97 ON NR273 By: ALGAGRESU PTY LTD Web: www.msc.qld.gov.au Approval Sought: Development Permit for a Material Change of Use Application No: DA/17/0009

Comment Period: 16 August, 2017 to 7 September, 2017 Written Comments To: The Assessment Manager Mareeba Shire Council PO Box 154, Mareeba, Qld. 4880 info@msc.qld.gov.au (07) 4086 4656 www.msc.qld.gov.au Copies of the full application can be viewed or obtained from the Assessment Manager. Public notification requirement per Queensland Government - Sustainable Planning Act 2009, Form 5, Version 2.0

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE OF MONA MONA ROAD AT FLAGGY CREEK BRIDGE Council will be undertaking bridge repair works on the timber bridge over Flaggy Creek on Mona Mona Road, Mona Mona. These works are to repair damage identified during a recent routine inspection. To facilitate the works, notice is hereby given under the Provisions of the Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act 1995 that Mona Mona Road over Flaggy Creek Bridge will be closed to all traffic from 7am Tuesday 15 August to 6pm Monday 28 August 2017. During this period motorists are advised Mona Mona is accessible only from Black Mountain Road. Any inconvenience is regretted and the cooperation and patience of motorists will be appreciated. In the interest of public safety, please observe all traffic control warning devices. For further information and enquiries, please contact Council’s Customer Service on 1300 308 461 or email info@msc.qld.gov.au. Peter Franks Chief Executive Officer PO Box 154, MAREEBA, QLD. 4880

Like us & Join our 9,368 Facebook friends!

Deliver small local phone books, own vehicle required. Immediate start. All tablelands towns. Ph 0419 009 517 or 0418 994 956.

For Rent Three bedroom timber farm house. Horse stables and horse paddocks. Located in Mareeba. Ph 0408 182 644. Very large three bedroom brick home in Mareeba. Very quiet area, two bathrooms, double garage. $320 per week. Please call 0414 277 650.

Wanted to Buy A boriginal shields, clubs, swords, boomerangs, spear throwers etc. Ph 0421 830 923. Advertising works. Call us on 4092 3464.

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

LOCAL RUGBY LEAGUE THIS SATURDAY AUGUST 19 @ THE ATHERTON JUNIOR RUGBY LEAGUE GROUNDS UNDER 12 – Malanda Eels v Atherton Roosters (Red) 1. Kobi Johnston 2. Jarrad Gray 3. Jayden Mansfield 4. Lincon Kuhn 5. Jordan Carter Johnson 6. Harvey Horan 8. Ryan Bofinger 10. Blake Smith 11. Nemika Fitzgerald 12. Gordon Grimshaw 13. Morgan Solinas 15. T-Roy Cuffe 17. Noah Vigor 18. Copper O’Bree 19. Jayden Ross 20. Garret Cupitt 21. Jesse Mancktelow 22. Edward Ketchell

1. Caylen McHardie v 2. Bailey Muoio Atherton Red Malanda v 3. Jude O’Connor Malanda

1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 11 12 13 15 17 18 19 20 21 22

4. Kayden McLaren 5. Dylan Serra Under 12s Kobi johnston6. Jhidan Dikes 1 caylen McHardie Under 12s Jarrad Gray 7. Koya Kibbim 2 Bailey Muoio Titasey 1 Kobi johnston 1 Jayden Mansfield 3 Jude O’connor 8. Aiden Liebel 2 Jarrad Gray 2 Lincon Kuhn 9. Joe McCahon 4 Kayden McLaren 3 Jayden Mansfield 3 Jordan carter 10. Johnson 5 Dylan Serra Tom 4 Simonds Lincon Kuhn 4 harvey horan 6 jhidan Dikes 11. Sawyer Nehow 5 Jordan carter Johnson 5 Ryan Bofinger 7 Koya Kibbim Titasey 6 harveyShave horan 6 12. Nicholas Blake Smith 8 Aiden Liebel 8 Ryan Bofinger 7 13. Blake O’Day Nemika Fitzgerald 9 Joe Mccahon 10 Blake Smith 8 14. Braithe Gordon Grimshaw 10 Marshall Tom Simonds 11 Nemika Fitzgerald 9 15. Ashton Morgan Solinas 11 Relph Sawyer Nehow 12 Gordon Grimshaw 10 Wagner T-Roy cuffe 16. Adam 12 Nicholas Shave 13 Morgan Solinas 11 Noah Vigor 17. Vander 13Nehow Blake O’Day 15 T-Roy cuffe 12 copper O’Bree20. Kihan 14 Braithe Marshall Creer 17 Noah Vigor 13 jayden Ross Garret cupitt Jesse Mancktelow edward Ketchell

15 Ashton Relph 18 copper O’Bree 14 16 Adam Wagner 19 jayden Ross 15 17 Vander Nehow 20 Garret cupitt 16 20 Kihan creer 21 Jesse Mancktelow 17 1. Shaquille Johnson 22v edward Ketchell 20 2. Zab Doolan Malanda Atherton Red

UNDER 14 – Malanda Eels v Innisfail Cowboys 1. Damien Walker 2. Kellyn Lee 3. Ryan Gallagher 4. Thomas Cuda 5. Clayton Murray 6. Kai Delbenr 7. Aiden Carson 8. Keanu Bowen-Wilson 9. Oskar Coutts 10. Ashley Holm 11. Marshall Gilbert 12. Keyarn Portert 13. Coopa Stremouchiw 14. Ashton Barlow 16. Jack Kearney 17. Angus Fraser 18. Jed Darragh 19. Dechlan Perks

1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 11 12 13 15 17 18 19 20 21 22

The 2017 Grand Finals of the Eacham Junior Rugby League will be played this Saturday August 19, from 9am at the Atherton JRL Ground. Following the day of junior action, the Atherton Senior Roosters will play their final 2017 CDRL competition game on Saturday night at Roosters Stadium against Innisfail. Atherton Red 9.00am:

Under 6 & 7 – Round Robin of all U7 Teams Under 6 and 7s Presentations 9.00am: Under 8 – Round Robin of all U8 Teams Under 8s Presentations caylen McHardie 10:00am: Under 9 – Round Robin of all U9 Teams Bailey Muoio Under 9s Presentations Jude O’connor 11.00am: Under 10 – Round Robin of all U10 Teams Kayden McLaren Under 10s Presentations Dylan Serra 12.00pm: Under 12 – Malanda v Atherton Red jhidan Dikes Under 12s Presentations Koya Kibbim Titasey 1.30pm: Under 14 – Malanda v Innisfail Cowboys Aiden Liebel Under 14s Presentations Joe Mccahon 3.00pm: Under 16 – Ravenshoe v Atherton Tom Simonds Sawyer Nehow Under 16s Presentations Nicholas Shave Blake O’Day Braithe Marshall Ashton Relph Adam Wagner Vander Nehow Kihan creer

12 ISABELLA STREET, ATHERTON INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, TOLGA PH: 4095 4547

3. Isaiah Minniecon 4. David Mooka 5. Kishaun Under 12sFejo Kobi johnston6. Kaibar Charlie 1 caylen McHardie Jarrad Gray 7. Zadok Heron 2 Bailey Muoio Jia Jayden Mansfield Jude O’connor 8. Melakye3 Viti Lincon Kuhn 9. Ethan Vick 4 Kayden McLaren Jordan carter 10. Johnson 5 Tanner Dylan Serra Malachi harvey horan jhidan Dikes 11. Daniel 6Brant Ryan Bofinger 7 Koya Kibbim Titasey 12. Ronald Masina Blake Smith 8 Aiden Liebel 13. Jake Smith Nemika Fitzgerald 9 Joe Mccahon 14. Adian 10 Kulka Gordon Grimshaw Tom Simonds 15. Coby Kennedy-Moore Morgan Solinas 11 Sawyer Nehow 16. Alex Gorman T-Roy cuffe 12 Nicholas Shave Noah Vigor copper O’Bree jayden Ross Garret cupitt Jesse Mancktelow edward Ketchell

13 14 15 16 17 20

• Backhoe • Trucks • Loaders • Rollers • Dozer Hire • Graders • Excavator Hire • Pipe Laying • Road Building • Drainage • Major Earthworks

Local Senior and Junior Rugby League Sponsors!

Blake O’Day Braithe Marshall Ashton Relph Adam Wagner Vander Nehow Kihan creer

UNDER 16 – Ravenshoe Tigers v Atherton Roosters 1. William Harron 2. Mason McDonald 3. Luike Martin 4. Jeremy Pticher 5. Zedekah Clarke 6. Kyle Wyatt 7. Justin Bevan 8. Jordan Kirke 9. Liam Anning 10. Ardyn O’Sullivan Keough 11. Darcey Gillespie 12. Ben Smith-Robson 13. Ethan Wyatt

1. Veron Murgha 2. Clifford Archibald v 3. Stephen Wallace Malanda 4. Adam Freeman-Woods 5. Kiefher Rosas 6. Kobe Martin Under 12s 7. Logan Poggioli 1 Kobi johnston 1 8. Darrell Coyle 2 Jarrad Gray 2 9. Kohdi DikesMansfield 3 Jayden 3 10. Connor Paey 4 Lincon Kuhn 4 11. Jordan Grace 5 Jordan carter Johnson 5 6 harvey horan 6 12. Bailey Hutchesson 8 Ryan Bofinger 7 13. Bryce Clarke 10 Blake Smith 8 14. Cody Wallace-Wilson 11 Nemika Fitzgerald 9 19. Mason Stephens 12 Gordon Grimshaw 10 20. Samuel Akee 13 15 17 18 19 20 21 22

Morgan Solinas T-Roy cuffe Noah Vigor copper O’Bree jayden Ross Garret cupitt Jesse Mancktelow edward Ketchell

11 12 13 14 15 16 17 20

PHONE: 4096 5284 FAX: 4096 6136 Email: malanda@spar.com.au

caylen McHardie Bailey Muoio Jude O’connor Kayden McLaren Dylan Serra jhidan Dikes Koya Kibbim Titasey Aiden Liebel Joe Mccahon Tom Simonds Sawyer Nehow Nicholas Shave Blake O’Day Braithe Marshall Ashton Relph Adam Wagner Vander Nehow Kihan creer

ROOSTERS LAST HOME GAME FOR 2017 IN THEIR 99TH SEASON!! Cairns District Rugby League 2017 Premiership Action

Atherton Roosters vs Innisfail Leprechauns THIS SATURDAY, AUGUST 19 ROOSTERS STADIUM ATHERTON 4.00PM: UNDER 19s 5.30PM: RESERVE GRADE 7.00PM: FIRST GRADE

BROWN BROTHERS WINE TASTING AT THE CLUBHOUSE!

FOOD AND REFRESHMENTS ON SALE www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

MALANDA

Atherton Red

2-10 English St, Malanda

TRADING HOURS: MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8AM - 6PM SATURDAY & SUNDAY 8AM - 5PM NOW OPEN SUNDAYS TILL 5PM

Proudly supporting local rugby league.

Making y a d y r e Ev Better!

1911 Resta u ra n t Friendly Atmosphere and Affordable Family Meals!

OPEN MONDAY - SUNDAY • Breakfast & Lunch: 10.00am-2.00pm • Dinner: Monday to Thursday 6.00-8.00pm Friday and Saturday 6.00-8.30pm TAKEAWAYS AVAILABLE!

PHONE 4096 5101 JUNIOR & SENIOR RUGBY LEAGUE SPONSORS

All day, every day, you’re better off at Bottemart.

Close . . . u o y o t

• HUGE RANGE OF STOCK • UNBEATABLE WEEKLY SPECIALS PROUD LOCAL RUGBY LEAGUE SUPPORTERS! MALANDA HOTEL • 4096 5790 ENGLISH STREET, MALANDA

The Express, Wednesday, August 16, 2017 PAGE 17

EXPRESS sPORT Thrills and spills at the Mt Carbine bull and bronc ride

Photographer Peter Roy captured all the excitement at the annual bull and bronc ride held at the Mt Carbine Rodeo Grounds on Saturday night. Pick up a copy of next Wednesday’s Express for a full list of results and more photos from the event that attracted nearly 1000 people.

Stingrays’ impressive victory

The Stingrays senior men’s side registered a convincing 55 to 29 victory over Barras, in last week’s round of Mareeba Basketball fixtures. Barras showed encouraging form during the first quarter and appeared set to challenge their more fancied opponents, trailing narrowly by 8 to 11 when the quarter time hooter sounded. However Stingrays took control after quarter time and were never in danger of defeat, to register an excellent win by 26 points. Jake Priestly who scored 18 points, together with David Hawke, Jacob Bishop and Declan Ebner being instrumental in Stingrays success. For the Barras side, Lachlan Anthony and Tom Harvey played strongly. While young Zayd Myrteza having played well in junior fixtures earlier that night, top scored for Barras with 11 points. The other men’s fixture

played last week saw last season’s top side Red Devils defeat Blue Angels by 76 to 61. With Spare Parts gaining a hard fought win over Siggy Butts by 44 to 36. In the Junior fixtures, highly promising juniors were seen in action when senior high school division sides Andy’s Angels and Hawkes Prey clashed in a very entertaining encounter. Victory going to Andy’s Angels by 42 to 30. However Hawkes Prey juniors indicated that they are capable of gaining their share of success during the season. Showing out well for Andy’s Angels were Zac Myrteza and Jake Priestly. While Zayd Myrteza dominated the scoring with his 21 points. Jonah Hastie contributed 15 points for the Hawkes Prey combination, gaining good support from Declan Ebner and Riley Struber.

Morgan Trimble achieved personal bests in all track and field events at the Challenge Games.

Disability no barrier for Mareeba athlete

Faith Walker from Mareeba State School and Macca Stephens from St Anthony’s Dimbulah have been chosen along with Kaysan Miles from Mareeba High School (not pictured) for the Peninsula School under 12 girls rugby league team to play at the State Championships in Mackay in September. They a apart of a 17 girls selected from 120 girls in the Peninsula School Region.

PAGE 18 The Express, Wednesday, August 16, 2017

Morgan Trimble from Mareeba State School recently traveled to Townsville to compete in her first Challenge Games for athletes with disabilities. The two days of competition and games are designed for all levels disabilities, no matter the severity. Morgan competed alongside over 1000 other athletes and

achieved personal bests in all track and field events and qualified to represent Peninsula at the Queensland School Titles for 100m, 200m, 800m and long jump. Morgan was the only athlete to represent Mareeba State School and also received her official disability classification as a T/F 37 from Australian Athletics.

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

EXPRESS sPORT

Wins continue for Roosters Bulls cut down Innisfail

Roosters centre Joel Turaga.

Atherton Roosters prop forward Paul Alofi scored three tries in his sides 36-26 win over the Mossman Sharks on Saturday night at the Mossman Showground. It was the Roosters fourth straight win and fifth from their last six games. The Sharks started strongly to lead 10-0 after only eight minutes of play before the Roosters clicked into gear to front the contest 22-16 at the break. Two of Alofi’s tries came shortly after the restart and this pushed the Roosters further ahead 32-16. Mossman hit back with two tries but the Roosters regrouped to hold off the late challenge and secure the

Gators go down to Ivanhoe’s

points. Giant centre Joel Turaga also had a strong game crossing for two tries while Nigel Woodleigh added another to give him ten tries from five games. The Roosters will be going for their fifth straight win in the competitions final round against ladder leaders Innisfail on Saturday. Atherton’s under 19 side remain in the semifinal hunt but must win this Saturday’s match with Innisfail. The final round Cairns District Rugby League premiership games are to be played this weekend with the Roosters hosting Innisfail in three grades from 4pm at Roosters Stadium.

It was a disappointing second last game of the season for the Gladiators after a 40-16 defeat to Ivanhoe’s on Friday night. The Mareeba A graders have held on to second place on the ladder just four points behind the leaders as they head into their last game this weekend against Suburbs. Innisfail Brothers are currently top of the table on 38 points. The Reserves also lost Friday night against Ivanhoes 30-16.

The Mareeba Bulls have moved back into the finals contention with a hard fought 3-2 win over the Innisfail Cutters on Sunday in Mareeba. The Bulls headed into the match knowing three points was the only thing needed if they were to get back in the finals hunt and they were made to work for it. Despite being 2-0 up with 25 minutes to play, it was also most deja vu for the Bulls fans as the Cutters fought back to 2-1, then the Bulls went 3-1 up, only for the awayside to claw back to 3-2. The win now sets up a tantalising match this Saturday night against the Southside Comets. While the Comets need a win to secure the premiership, the Bulls will need the win to stay in the top four. The Bulls came out

of the blocks a bit slow on Sunday taking about 25 minutes to settle in and with neither side finding the back of the net the scores was locked at nil all at halftime. In the second half the Bulls came out firing with Steven Cater scoring a quickfire double to give the Bulls a 2-0 lead in the 55th and 65th minutes. The Cutters then got one back in the 70th minute, but Paul Ruiz got the Bulls to 3-1 up in the 84th minute, before the Cutters again clawed one back in the 88th minute. The last few minutes played at a frantic pace with the Cutters last play of the game hitting the crossbar and bouncing out to finish the match 3-2 to the Bulls. In the mens reserves grade, the Bulls fought back from 2-nil down to

Steven Cater scored two goals for the Bulls on Sunday.

draw level by halftime with goals from Dennis Allen and Damian Wildman. Neither side could find a winner in the second half and therefore had to settle for a 2-2 draw, leaving the Bulls sitting third on the ladder. On Friday night the mens second division Orange side fought out a 2-2 draw with the travelling Douglas Dragons. Playing some great football, hitting the lead twice at 1-0 up and then 2-1 up, only to allow the Dragons in the back door late in the second half. This weekend all Bulls teams are at home, with the two mens 2nd division sides playing at home on Friday night and the premier mens, reserve mens and ladies at home on Saturday against the Southside Comets.

HOMEGAME MAREEBA

SOUTHSIDE

BULLS COMETS VS

THIS SATURDAY, AUGUST 19 Lindsay Australia Stadium, Mareeba

> Premiers 7pm > Reserves 5pm > Ladies 3pm

Plus FRIDAY NIGHT

HOME GAMES!

2nd Division Men

MUFC ‘Black’ V Edge Hill – 6:30 MUFC ‘Orange’ V Atherton – 8.30pm

2017 Major Sponsors Mareeba United Football Club, Borzi Park, Chewko Rd, Mareeba www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

Last home Game of the Season – Come & Run wi th the Bulls! Mareeba & Dimbulah Community Bank®branches

Mareeba United Football Club The Express, Wednesday, August 16, 2017 PAGE 19

NEW STOCK HAS ARRIVED! RANGER XL, XLT, FX4, WILDTRAK & EVEREST WAGON

SPECIAL OFFER 5 Years or 200,000 Kilometres EXTENDED WARRANTY on ALL Rangers delivered before 30th September, 2017*

YOUR FOR D DE A L ER F OR 40 YE AR S!

11 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER GXL WAGON Plated 1/12, bull bar, tow bar, 12 months warranty ................................................................ $58,990 10 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER GXL WAGON Auto, turbo diesel, bull bar, tow bar, 12 months warranty .....................................................$48,990 12 TOYOTA HILUX SR 4X4 SINGLE CAB Turbo diesel, alloy tray, tow bar, ladder rack, 12 months warranty, 6 months rego ........ $34,490 15 FORD TERRITORY TX AWD WAGON Turbo diesel, tow bar, low kilometres, balance of new car warranty ................................... $32,490 15 FORD KUGA AMBIENTE AWD SUV Automatic, one local owner, balance of new car warranty .................................................... $21,490 16 FORD ECOSPORT TREND SUV DEMO Auto, alloys, fog lights, cruise control, 7 airbags, balance of new car warranty............... $19,990 13 TOYOTA RAV 4 GXL AWD SUV Manual, nudge bar, window tinting, 12 months warranty..................................................... $18,990 15 TOYOTA COROLLA SPORT HATCH Auto, airconditioning, reverse camera, balance of new car warranty .................................$17,990 11 TOYOTA CAMRY ATARA S SEDAN Auto, airconditioning, alloys, only 41,000 klms, 12 months warranty............................... $15,990 14 TOYOTA COROLLA SPORT HATCH Manual, airconditioning, alloys, reverse camera, balance of new car warranty............... $15,490 13 FORD FIESTA AMBIENTE HATCH Auto, only 16,000 kilometres, factory warranty until November 2017 ............................ $13,990 12 HONDA JAZZ HATCH Auto, 55,100 kilometres, 6 months rego, 12 months warranty........................................... $12,490 12 FORD FIESTA ZETEC HATCH Manual, alloy wheels, low kilometres, attractive appearance, 12 months warranty ..... $11,990

HANSEN FORD 279 Byrnes Street, Mareeba - Phone: 4092 9400

...WHY PAY MORE?

                                 

*CONDITIONS APPLY

PRICES INCLUDE GOVERNMENT TRANSFERS, STAMP DUTY AND REGISTRATION.

COMPARE OUR PRICES

Go Further

A/H Ph: Andrew 0417 633 002 – Claude 0477 229 949 - www.fordtoy.com.au

DEMO SPECIAL!

2016 NISSAN NAVARA STX TWIN TURBO DIESEL 4X4 DUALCAB MANUAL, 3.5 TONNE TOWING CAPACITY, SAT-NAV, REVERSE CAMERA, LEATHER SEATS, TRAVELLED ONLY 868 KILOMETRES.

HUGE SAVING OF $8760 ... NOW JUST $43,880 DRIVEAWAY (STOCK NO. 7163) USED VEHICLES

 14 Toyota Hilux SR: 3.0 litre turbo diesel auto 4x4 dualcab utility, travelled only 43,000 kilometres, tow bar, side steps, hard tonneau cover, genuine alloy bull bar, electric brake unit, good service history, a better one would be hard to find ............................. $38,990  Late 12 Toyota Hilux SR: 3.0 litre turbo diesel auto dualcab 4x4 with alloy dropside body, front & rear ladder racks, good kilometres, genuine alloy bull bar, tow bar, side steps, window tint, cruise control & UHF radio, ideal tradies vehicle .................................................. $35,990  16 Hyundai I-Max: 2.4 litre auto 8 seat 5 door wagon, travelled only 14,000 kilometres, reverse camera and rear sensors, as new condition with balance of factory warranty ............... $32,990  15 Honda CR-V VTi: 2.4 litre auto 4WD wagon, good kilometres, alloy wheels, reverse camera, rear airconditioning vents, excellent service history, top condition ................... $26,990  09 Nissan Patrol ST: 3.0 litre turbo diesel auto 7 seat wagon, well maintained one owner vehicle, alloy bull bar, spotlights, snorkel and side steps ......................................... $26,990  14 Mazda 6 Touring 2.5i: Auto sedan, good kilometres, satellite navigation, reverse camera, front and rear parking sensors, leather trim, smart looking vehicle, good service history ........... $24,990  12 Subaru Forester 2.0D: Turbo diesel 6 speed manual AWD wagon, good kilometres, alloy wheels, fog lights, tow bar, well maintained, excellent condition...................... $19,990  14 Toyota Corolla SX: 1.8 litre CVT sedan, travelled only 38,000 kilometres, reverse camera, front & rear sensors, alloys, fog lights, immaculate locally owned vehicle, cannot fault.............. $19,450  14 Mitsubishi Lancer GSR: 2.4 litre manual 5 door sportsback, travelled only 8000 kilometres, alloy wheels, rear roof spoiler, reverse camera, immaculate condition ...................................... $16,990  12 Suzuki Grand Vitara Sport: 2.4 litre manual 4x4 wagon, good rego, alloy nudge bar, spotlights, tow bar, one careful owner, well maintained ........................................................... $16,990  13 Subaru Impreza 2.0i: CVT AWD sedan, low kilometres, reverse parking sensors, well maintained vehicle in excellent condition with Subaru Assured Warranty ........................... $14,990  10 Nissan X-Trail ST: 2.5 litre CVT 4WD wagon, good kilometres, fitted with alloy bull bar and tow bar, locally owned vehicle ........................................................................................ $13,990  09 Subaru Liberty 2.5i: Premium auto AWD sedan, good kilometres, leather trim, alloys, one local owner, excellent vehicle, a credit to previous owner ....................................... $13,990  10 Holden Commodore Berlina Series II: 3.6 litre / LPG auto sedan, good kilometres, alloy wheels, rear park sensors, tow bar, tint, good service history........................................... $11,990  08 Suzuki Swift: 1.5 litre manual 5 door hatch, travelled only 70,000 kilometres, alloy wheels, one owner, extremely well kept vehicle, value ....................................................... $7,490

Chano Trentin’s

ALL WHEEL DRIVE CENTRE TOLGA ROAD, ATHERTON • PHONE 4030 5400

AFTER HOURS: Con Spanos 0417 914 285 • www.allwheeldrivecentre.com.au

Hiland Ford

AT LAST IT’S HERE!

love that car

MITSUBISHI MIRAGE ES MANUAL

Go Further

FORD RANGER FX4 SPECIAL EDITION MODEL Thousands of dollars worth of extras including sat-nav, rain censoring wipers and adaptive cruise control etc. Eye-catching styling... be the leader of the pack.

MITSUBISHI ASX LS AUTO

CALL US FOR A TEST DRIVE!

Was $14,859

NOW ONLY $11,990

DRIVE AWAY - NO MORE TO PAY (2245258 - SUNRISE ORANGE)

MITSUBISHI TRITON GLX+ AUTO DUAL CAB

GREAT PRICES... EV E LESS FOR N N O TRADE!

Was $30,149

NOW ONLY $25,990

DRIVE AWAY - NO MORE TO PAY

MITSUBISHI TRITON GLS SPORTS EDITION AUTO

2012 FORD FIESTA HATCH

2005 FORD TERRITORY TX WAGON

OUR PRICE $11,990

DRIVE AWAY FOR JUST $8,990

5 speed manual, only 14,000 kilometres, this vehicle is as new!

RUN OUT MODEL!

Very well cared for, lovely condition.

HILAND MAHINDRA

Was $49,100

Was $40,547

NOW ONLY $37,490

DRIVE AWAY - NO MORE TO PAY

NOW ONLY $43,990

DRIVE AWAY - NO MORE TO PAY (ONLY ONE LEFT)

TALK TO SANTINO ABOUT OUR COMPETITIVE FINANCE AND INSURANCE OPTIONS 313-315 Byrnes Street, Mareeba 4092 5100 www.mareebamitsubishi.com.au After Hours: David Mete 0408 793 050 www.mareebamm.com.au Peter Acha 0417 006 698 or Adrian Madrid 0413 745 247

PAGE 20 The Express, Wednesday, August 16, 2017

MIGHTY MOUSE E-MAX 22

Hydrostatic transmission, rear locking diff, diesel motor, HD loader & 4-in-1 bucket, good for a 1000 uses.

$24,000 OUR PRICE $21,500

MAHINDRA XUV

Just released with automatic transmission, powerful diesel engine, 7 seats, sat-nav, Bluetooth, leather trim, etc, etc.

YOUR PRICE FROM $26,990* *Plus on road cost, 12 months rego, Govt stamp duty and dealer delivery $3490.

TOLGA ROAD, ATHERTON • PH: 40914777 AFTER HOURS: TOM 0418 183 222

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK