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Hearts of gold THE Far North’s biker community have joined forces with generous Tablelanders to spread some much-needed Christmas cheer. Almost 200 bikers from Cooktown to Cardwell revved their hearts out for the annual Tablelands Toy Run last Saturday, collecting toys and donations for children in need. Now in its 20th year, Toy Run co-ordinator Ray Scarlett said he was overwhelmed by the amount of good will on display. FULL STORY – PAGE 7

Bus stop blues By Michael Serenc

A GROUP of disgusting louts who are defecating and urinating at a public bus stop have Atherton business owners up in arms. The angry owners are demanding authorities take action to stamp out the anti-social behaviour. Several spoke out at a meeting with Tablelands councillors last week, saying they were tired of cleaning up after louts at the bus stop on

Main St, while also dealing with the perpetrators’ at times violent and aggressive behaviour. “I’ve had four Mondays in a row where I’ve had to get cleaners, and that’s anything from broken bottles to bodily functions,” Westpac Atherton bank manager Kate Adams said. “The last time I drove in, I did four tyres.” Tablelands Regional Council is looking at plans to expand the existing bus stop, but Deputy Mayor Katrina Spies stressed that would not be done until affected business owners were con-

sulted. “What we’ve said is sound and process we are going through is sound,” she said. “I don’t want there to be a knee-jerk reaction, we need to look at…what we need to do to get a long term outcome that will be the fairest outcome for everyone.” Announced back in April that the bus stop would be upgraded to “meet disability access requirements”, council will spend $35,000 this financial year in a joint funding project with the

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Christmas in Mareeba will be extra special this year with a combined Carols by Candlelight and Christmas Fair this Sunday. Held at Mareeba Turf Club, the free community event promises to be a Christmas spectacular, with face painting and rides for the kids, food and market stalls, live entertainment, Christmas carols and, of course, a vista from Santa Claus. There will also be a special appearance from the Wiggles (Mareeba Theatre Group), as well as local performers of all ages sure to have something for everyone to enjoy. Organisers and performers have been working tirelessly for the past few months to bring the Christmas spirit to Mareeba and mark the start of the festive season. With a theme of “Christmas Together”, organisers are encouraging all families to come along and join in the fun and festivities. The Christmas Fair starts at 4pm, with carols from 6pm and candles will be available to purchase. Proceeds raised at the event will be donated to the Mayor’s Christmas Appeal.

Christmas fun at Mareeba night markets THE festive spirit is alive and well in Mareeba, as the town comes together for its annual Christmas Night Markets. Hosted by Mareeba Post Office Centre, the annual markets will be run every Friday night until Christmas, from December 9. Revellers will be able to enjoy a night out with the whole family with food, entertainment and shopping on offer as the centre transforms into a Christmas wonderland. The markets will feature unique and handmade gifts and treats from the market stalls, as well as retail shops located within the centre – a great way to start your Christmas shopping spree. There will also be delicious food and drinks available at Vincenzo’s Coffee Lounge. For the kids, there is face painting and a colouring-in competition plus a visit from the jolly red man himself, Santa Claus, who will be on hand for photos and Christmas wishes. Customers can stroll through and sing along with the Christmas carols and have a go at the Ambulance Ham Wheel. The Christmas Night Markets will be held on three Fridays leading up to Christmas – December 9, 16 and 23, from 5pm to 9pm each night.

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Vandalised bus stop halts upgrade FROM Page 1 While the shelter (roof) section of the new bus stop itself would be no bigger than the existing facility, the total size would be increased to accommodate larger buses, meaning some car parks could potentially go. Giddy’s Place employee Debbie Drury said a bigger bus stop would only add to the existing strain on car parks along Main St. “Where does it stop? There’s people complaining now that they don’t come down the main street because there’s nowhere to park,” she said. “We’re all paying big rent here, we’re trying to all survive.” Mr Greenwood responded that with the

CBD’s amount of congested real estate, “people’s expectations may need to change” when it came to be being able to park directly outside of a local business. “If able-bodied people were really sincere about supporting local business, they would be prepared to walk to do so,” he said. Several business owners at the meeting claimed police were slow to respond or did not respond at all to calls for assistance whenever trouble started at the bus stop. But Atherton Police Acting Officer in Charge Acting Senior-Sergeant Matthew Duncan denied police had received any recent calls from business owners complaining about antisocial behaviour at the bus stop. “There have been issues in the past but noth-

ing recently that I’m aware of,” he said. “In terms of calls for service, I check the logs on a daily basis and if there’s anything in there, I’d know about it.” Sen-Sgt Duncan said while police always maintained at least one crew of two officers on any given shift, it was difficult to respond to all calls for service promptly. “Obviously, they can’t be everywhere at once so there may be times where an incident may occur and gets reported via Policelink or 000, but they might not be in the immediate vicinity to respond straight away,” he said. “By the time they get down there, it could be minutes or hours in some cases, the people involved could have moved on. “The perception might be we’re not re-

sponding but we may not have the capability to respond.” Despite difficulties with response times, Sen-Sgt Duncan said police resources were “adequate” for Atherton. “It’s not a perfect world, but we do respond where we can,” he said. Sen-Sgt Duncan urged any business owners who had issues with the bus stop to call police and offered to personally meet with those affected. Atherton Chamber of Commerce president Albi Homann said no local business had approached him with concerns about the bus stop, and instead suggested an upgraded facility would make the area more inviting to customers.

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BIG VISION: KUR-World developer Ken Lee. SURVEY teams assigned to the State Government’s Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) process will run the rule over where a proposed $640 million eco-resort at Myola is to be built. Over the next few months, teams will conduct water quality sampling, look at aquatic ecology, monitor native frogs and take soil, flora and fauna surveys at the 626ha property, which will be home to “KURWorld”. Most of the work will be conducted on site but water quality testing will include the downstream sections of Owens and Warrill Creeks and the Barron River. The testing will cover a number of events from first flush, when rainfall is sufficient to generate runoff, to peak flow and end of flow (late wet season) events. KUR-World developer Reever and Ocean Pty Ltd is also in the process of establishing its Community Reference Group, which has been has been expanded to include both local and regional representatives.

The Queensland Coordinator-General released its Draft Terms of Reference (ToR) for KUR-World’s Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) in August, with more than 20 submissions received from groups and individuals. The final ToR was released in October, which allows KUR-World to prepare its draft EIS, again seeking public consultation and input from government agencies. Assuming the EIS is eventually finalised, the Coordinator-General will then write an evaluation report to either recommend reject or approve the project, which could be subject to a range of conditions. If eventually approved by the State Government and Mareeba Shire Council, KURWorld could eventually feature a 3.5 and 5 star resort, 18 hole golf course, residential villa accommodation, education and business facilities and a health and a wellbeing centre. An equestrian centre and farm theme park are also planned, with the entire development expected to generate 545 jobs during construction and 600 jobs once operational. A start date for Stage 1 of KUR-World is pencilled in for June 2018 at the earliest. If approved, a start date for Stage 1 of KUR-World is pencilled in for June 2018. Meanwhile, repair work on a dam built on the same property is progressing. Reever and Ocean landed themselves in hot water with Mareeba Shire Council back in December when they began construction of a dam without prior approval. Once made aware that same month, the developer was ordered to stop construction of the 1.3ha dam by council officers. The structure is intended to be used by cattle currently on the Barnwell Rd property, which is separate to the eco-resort being proposed.

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ARTS-minded residents in Cook Shire are being urged to join a council advisory committee. The Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) Committee is in need of more volunteer members to help assess applications for funding and provide recommendations to council. “There are currently spaces for three more members on the committee,” Cook Shire Council RADF Liaison Officer Kate Eastick said. “We particularly would like to encourage a diverse range of appli-

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The upgrade work will continue until Christmas. Meanwhile, principal contractor Metrobuild will begin works in coming weeks on glazing, latch and bolt upgrades to several doors and windows, as well as weatherproofing and roller door and debris screen replacement. “The centre will remain open during this time, but please be aware of possible changes to access and obey construction site signage,” Mr Uebergang said. Further upgrade works were expected to be put out for tender early in the New Year. Cooktown was rocked by cyclone Nathan in March 2015.

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COOK Shire Council’s Biosecurity team will collect samples for identification after a local resident raised concerns about a suspected Singapore ant outbreak. The invasive ant, which builds large colonies and can damage fabric, plastic, electrical wire and rubber materials with its chewing, has been identified in Wujal Wujal and the Tablelands, but there have been

no confirmed sightings in Cooktown. “If Singapore ants are confirmed, we will plan an awareness campaign, including how residents can control the ants,” said Cook Shire Council Senior Biosecurity Officer Cathy Johnson. Ms Johnson said residents should be on the alert for invasice ant species such as yellow crazy ants and electric ants, which have not reached Cook Shire, and encouraged those

who see unusual ants to report the sightings to council’s Biosecurity Services team. “It is great that a member of the public has reported this suspected Singapore ant sighting to council, and we hope that everyone is keeping an eye out for other serious invasive ants in their area,” she said. Contact biosecurity@cook.qld. gov.au or phone on 4069 5444.

Assets increase after de-amalgamation A PREVIOUS “oversight” by Tablelands Regional Council (TRC) officers has been corrected to reveal a $7 million boost in the value of council’s financial register. But Tablelands mayor Joe Paronella denied council had lost track of the assets in question, saying they were always on the asset register and were highlighted in a post de-amalgamation evaluation, which resulted in them being placed on the financial register. According to council’s annual financial report, council owned $525 million worth of assets in the 2015/16 financial year compared to $518 million in 2014/15.

Council achieved a modest operational surplus of $2.5 million in 2015/16, coupled with a total or net surplus of $15.2 million. 69 per cent of operating revenue came from rates, levies and charges and 18 per cent from grants and subsidies. Council’s largest operating expenditure, employee expenses, made up 43 per cent of total expenditure, followed by materials and services at 34 per cent. Former mayor Rosa Lee Long was paid $92,481.60 plus superannuation before being voted out in March. Former Division 2 councillor Sharron Linwood claimed the largest

amount of expenses at $12,429.80, followed by former Cr Long ($11,686.77) and former deputy mayor Geoff Stocker ($10,227.93). Given they were only elected in March, TRC’s current councillors have not yet accrued anything close to a year’s worth of salary and expenses. While no longer sitting on council, the report noted both former councillors Marjorie Pagani and Peter Hodge were reported under local government regulations for two separate incidents. However, the complaints assessor decided to take no further action against former Cr Pagani due to its “frivolous” nature.

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Dam level lowest in 12 years By Michael Serenc THE water capacity of Tinaroo Dam has hit its lowest level in more than a decade as Tablelanders pray for rain. The dam’s capacity is currently around the 37 per cent mark, levels not seen since February 2004. Figures provided to The Express by dam operator SunWater also show the lowest level Tinaroo has reached in the past 22 years was on December 28, 2003, when capacity dropped to an alarming 23.64 per cent. But SunWater Mareeba service manager Charlie Martens said he was confident there would be enough water to service Tablelands residents and farmers heading into next year, after increasing the water allocation to irrigators from 70 per cent to 75 per cent at the start of November. SunWater resets Tinaroo’s base level of water allocation given to irrigators in the Mareeba-Dimbulah scheme at the start of every water year (July 1), which is then reviewed on a monthly basis and, if feasible, can be increased on top of the

base level of allocation set. “If the water level gets very low, we’ll be working closely with our customers to determine what that will mean for their cropping and how we deliver that water,” Mr Martens said. “If the water level is really low, it’ll be hard for us to deliver similar amounts of water than we currently do.” Mr Martens said he was hopeful of a strong wet season to help top up the dam, which in turn would mean an increased water allocation for farmers. The last major increase in water level at Tinaroo Falls Dam was in 2015 and the level has been steadily decreasing ever since. Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetables Growers Association president Joe Moro said farmers were more concerned about the 2017/18 water year and what the allocation was likely to be if another poor wet season came through. Pictures taken by local drone operator Brendan Keeling of Aertography and published by The Express in last week’s paper show just how much the water level has dropped in the space of two years.

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Another milestone for Blenners Transport – Now in Mareeba BLENNERSTransport has reached another milestone in the company’s history with the opening of their new Mareeba depot, the seventh in the state. Led by Les and Judy Blennerhassett, Blenners Transport is one of North Queensland's largest family owned road and rail transport operators. Through constant customer commitment and continual striving for excellence, Blenners now boast a fleet of 164 trucks and 20 rail containers, and after 28 successful years specialising in refrigerated freight, Les is still always available to talk to customers directly on his mobile. “We have been looking to open in Mareeba for some time and with the amount of loyal clients we have in the district it’s the best thing we ever did,” Mr Blennerhassett, the company’s managing director, said. “The facility will benefit the farmers enormously and I am happy to invest in Mareeba as we see this region as a progressive one “After cyclone Larry, we decided to move onto the Tablelands and diversify into other products and crops and now of course we have a massive mango base here. “We spent just over $2.2 million on this facility, we’re a family company and will be around for a long time.” The newly built Mareeba depot hosts four loading docks, 220 pallet space cold rooms and ante room, allowing Blenners to cater for produce at varying tempera-

ture during loading, and with Mareeba based trucks and drivers, Blenners now have the capability to service local businesses directly, with freight from Brisbane and southern states. Blenners are proud members of Trucksafe and are safe food accredited for the safety and quality of transported food products. Blenners are audited under NHVAS and are leaders in fatigue and chain of responsibility compliance, ensuring their drivers are safe, legal and taking care of your freight at all times. Blenners would like to thank their many suppliers in their efforts during construction of the new facilities including: Geoff Smith Refrigeration, Shane Holmes Builder, Brenton Langley Plumbing, Tom Costigan, Koci Electrical, Marc’s Tiling, Tropical Woodcraft Cabinets, Norfoam, Tieman, Assa Abloy, Neil Watson Concreters, Brown & Hurley, Townsville Isuzu, Toyota Forklifts, FTE Trailers, Atherton Locksmiths and NQ Video Surveillance If Blenners Transport is your freight solution, the experienced and friendly Mareeba team would welcome an opportunity to meet with you, sticking by their motto “we go the extra mile”. You can find them at the new Mareeba depot on the corner of Martin Tenni & Thora Cleland drive in the Mareeba Industrial Park. For enquiries, contact John Law on 0448 684 446 or email managermba@ blenners.com.au

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Toy Run a roaring success Mareeba Toyota technical advisor Jamahl Byrne was named MTAQ’s Apprentice of the Year.

Toyota mechanic is the best in state A LIFE-LONG passion for cars has earned a Mareeba mechanic state-wide accolades. Newly qualified Mareeba Toyota technical advisor Jamahl Byrne won Apprentice of the Year at the Motor Trade Association of Queensland President’s Ball on November 19. Mr Byrne, who started his career as a school-based apprentice in 2012 with MTAQ before qualifying last year, said the award reflected his desire to become the best in his field. “I love everything about cars,” he said. “When it comes to repairs and running diagnostics, every day is different. You always see different things.” The 20-year-old earned his stripes while working at both Mareeba Toyota and Hansen Ford. Toyota Fixed Operations manager Luke Micklewright praised Mr By-

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BIKERS from across the Far North have helped to brighten up the lives of Tablelands children, just in time for Christmas. Run by the Highland Restorer’s Club, almost 200 motorbike riders came together for the annual Tablelands Toy Run last Saturday, collecting new toys and donations from generous locals in the region on behalf of the Salvation Army’s Red Shield Appeal. Highland Restorer’s Club member and Toy Run co-ordinator Ray Scarlett said he was gobsmacked by the generosity on display as the bikers rode through several Tablelands towns including Kairi, Yungaburra Markets and the Malanda Showgrounds. “The highlight was to see the smiles on people’s faces as they came up and handed over the toys,” he said. “We have our regular riders who come every year, but quite a few people in our group, like the Indigenous Brothers, had never been to our Toy Run before,

said they’ll be back next year. “It’s such a good atmosphere…When we rode into the Yungaburra Markets, to hear the noise and to see the people coming in and the kids laughing was just fantastic. It makes such a difference.” The Toy Run was escorted by police and firefighters and led by the jolly red man himself, Santa. It finished up at Tolga Oval close to midday, where organises handed over their donations to the Salvation Army. Mr Scarlett said Salvation Army Lieutenant Kate Cathcart “was absolutely touched” by the outpouring of generosity. “She made the point that this is the community giving to the community and there’s nothing better than to see that happen where we look after our own,” he said. Donations from the Toy Run were still being tallied at the time of going to print.

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Slashing and pothole repairs are occurring throughout the region on an as needs basis.

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Gravel resheets are being undertaken on Brookes, Hogan, Watson, Fraser, Mullins and Tom Carrick Roads. Grader crews are working in the Peeramon area. Widening of 260 metres of the existing seal on Give generously to assist locals Powley Road is underway, due to complete by the Embrace the spirit of giving and donate to the annual end of December, weather permitting. Mayor’s Christmas Appeal which helps disadvantaged Footpath refurbishments have started and will local families. Monetary donations can be made at continue through January in various locations. any Customer Service Centre or by direct debit. An upgrade and seal of Upper Barron Road near Support Tablelands business & industry the Merragallan Road intersection is progressing with the scope of works extended to include the Buy locally this Christmas and go in the draw to win intersection with the Kennedy Highway. Motorists some great prizes as part of the Shop Tablelands Christmas competition. Spend $10 or more at a local may experience delays as the road is only open to one lane of traffic during construction. business, write your name and contact number on the back of the receipt and place in a collection point Merragallan Road bridge over Williams Creek will in front of Atherton IGA or your local Post Office. be temporarily closed for restoration and upgrade Raffle drawn 22 December. Find out more by liking works commencing 7am, Monday 5 December for Shop Tablelands on Facebook. approximately one month. Alternative access is via

Nominate a community star Nominations for Australia Day Awards 2017 are now open. Categories include citizen of the year, community event of the year, industry and innovation, sports and cultural awards.

Lost your dog or cat? Check the impounded link on our website or drop into the Atherton Customer Service Centre to find out if Council has your pet. By law all dogs must be registered and both dogs and cats microchipped.

Christmas closure Council offices and libraries will close at 3pm on Friday 23 December and reopen on Tuesday 3 January 2017. Waste Transfer Stations will only close on Christmas Day, with waste services provided throughout the closure period. Contact Council 24 hours a day, seven days a week on 1300 362 242.

Events Christmas Carols by Candlelight

Landry Road and Upper Barron Road.

3 Dec, 6pm - 10pm Atherton Showgrounds

Belson Road Crossing is closed for repair works for approximately four weeks. Alternative route available via Upper Barron Road or Kennedy Highway.

Ravenshoe Community Consultation

Abandoned vehicle auction Twelve apparently abandoned vehicles will be offered for sale by public auction at 30 Albrecht Street, Atherton from 10am on 14 December 2016 unless owners claim possession. Vehicle details are available online or by calling 1300 362 242.

6 Dec, 12.30pm - 3.30pm Grigg Street (outside Highland Bakery) 11 Dec, 8.30am - 11.30am Grigg Street Rail yard as part of Railco celebrations Next Council Meeting Dates 8 & 22 Dec, 9am Atherton Boardroom

F entryREE Galle to all ries

WATER RESTRICTIONS Level 2 water restrictions are now in place across the Tablelands region Residents are urged to conserve water, with sprinklers only able to be used between 6:00am - 7:00am and 6:00pm - 7:00pm: •

odd numbered houses - Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday

•

even numbered houses - Wednesday, Friday and Sunday

•

no manual or automated sprinklers, microspray or drip watering systems to be used on Mondays

Hand held hoses fitted with a trigger nozzle, watering cans or buckets can be used at any time. Council will be implementing a 25% reduction in irrigation of watering public lawns and gardens.

www.trc.qld.gov.au/level-2-water-restrictions

WATER USAGE & CHARGES Commencing 3 January through to 1 February 2017, staff will be reading water metres throughout the 18 water supply schemes for the purpose of charging rateable properties the applicable water tariff. A new water access and water usage charge now replaces the previous tier system, providing a standardised cost across the region. Now, wherever you live within the Tablelands region, you will be charged the same price for accessing water and the same cost per kilolitre for water usage. An online calculator is available to assist in estimating new charges for the upcoming February 2017 Rate Notice at www.trc.qld.gov.au/water-sewerage/water-charges-2017-calculator

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SENDING THE MESSAGE: (left to right) Colin Wason, Barry Conway, Norrie Wilson, Phillip Mathieson, Eddie Hastie and Sylvester Brumby attended Friday’s White Ribbon Day barbecue.

Community unites and homestay program supervisor Robert Larkin said the informal gathering was designed to reinforce the message that domestic violence would not be tolerated full stop. “We’re taking a stance to say it’s not acceptable in this community and if you see it, stand up and speak out,” he said. “We’re not supposed to be violent to any one, we’re supposed to respect each other.” Mr Larkin said the barbecue generated a “great” response from community groups. “We had a very broad cross sec-

tion of services and community members,” he said. “It’s a constant process. You’ve got to continually push the message…Everybody in the community has to stand up and said we won’t accept this against women, children or anybody. “This is something that affects everybody. MCHC is not a domestic violence service but we still feel the impact of it.” Held annually on November 25, “White Ribbon Day” is also known as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Again Women.

Dance spectacular for region MORE than 130 young Tablelands dancers are set to dazzle locals in two special performances this Saturday. Local dance school in2dance will put on their annual concert spectacular featuring a matinee and evening performance at Atherton State High School, capping off another successful year for students. in2dance owner and school principal Lorraine Peressini said audience members could expect an action-packed day, with the students performing to music from several popular films, including Fast & Furious, Lion King, Singing in the Rain and Burlesque. “No matter what their taste, the audience is certainly going to be entertained,” she said. “We like to keep it light and bright to appeal to people…There’s certainly a lot of variety.” Mrs Peressini said it had been a sixweek effort by both staff and students to rehearse for both performances. “It’s the highlight of the year for the students. They get to dance with their friends up on the stage…and get dressed up in fancy costumes,” she said. “It’s a real adrenaline rush.” Mrs Peressini said some students came from as far afield as Dimbulah, Mareeba, Ravenshoe and Malanda to perform at the Atherton concert. The “in2dance Spectacular” will start with a matinee at 1:30pm following by an evening performance

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MAREEBA community organisations have united to send a powerful message that domestic violence won’t be tolerated. Organised by Mareeba Community Housing Company (MCHC) last Friday afternoon, members of Tablelands Community Link, Intensive Family Support, Queensland Indigenous Family Violence Legal Service, Queensland Health, Mulungu medical centre, indigenous elders, local police and councillors came together for an inaugural White Ribbon Day barbecue. MCHC homelessness program

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Rich history and committed future Peter and Tom Lindsay began their transport business when they bought three old trucks way back in 1953. By 1970, the fleet had swelled to 20 with operations expanding to Queensland. Lindsay Transport would soon enter the business of chilled freight and since has become one of Australia’s largest refrigerated transport companies. From Boambee near Coffs Harbour, Lindsay made a name for itself as a highly regarded company in Australian road transport, maintaining a highly personalised experience no matter who you dealt with. Lindsay Australia has since developed into a fully integrated transport, logistics and rural supply company with a focus on premium service to major customers in the food processing, food services fresh produce, rural, horticultural and food export sectors. Under the Lindsay Australia banner are three unique fully integrated divisions: Lindsay Transport, Lindsay Rural and Lindsay Fresh Logistics, formed in 2014. With one of the largest refrigerated fleets combining a wide network of refrigerated warehouses, Lindsay Transport maintains cold chain dependability with strategically located terminals to maximise the company’s operations though seasonal fluctuations. They service a diverse industry where demand for precision handling is met day in, day out. The entire fleet is satellite-tracked across Queensland, NSW, Victoria and

out into South Australia, meaning their clients have complete trust in their reliability. In 1983, Kim Lindsay’s streak of independence led him to establish Lindsay Rural, the first rural supply company accredited Australia wide that offers an extensive range of products and services which provide vital sustaining support for growers. Knowing growers’ needs means Lindsay Rural is keenly aware of their clients’ changing requirements, particularly in the field consulting with Agronomy services providing sound advice. The establishment of Lindsay’s Fresh Logistics represents a further expansion of Lindsay Australia’s industry leading operations. Lindsay Fresh Logistics provides comprehensive customer service. From paddock to port, Lindsay does the lot. Reliability is a cornerstone of Lindsay and that’s why their fleet is maintained to a high level, just as the founding Lindsay brothers envisaged. Now in its seventh decade of operations, the proud Lindsay name is recognised across Australia, from regional towns such as Mareeba to major capital cities. We protect and move the most valuable freight there is – the food that feeds the nation. Comprehensive solutions are now available to farmers of the Far North from the new Mareeba Depot now open in the Mareeba Industrial Park.

Members of the Lindsay Australia board will officially open the new Mareeba facility on Thursday, December 1.

Transport Manager Terry Montague, North Queensland Regional Manager Shane O’Flanagan and Lindsay Rural Mareeba branch Manager Stephen Srhoj.

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$9.5m facility gets thumbs up Lindsay Australia’s new $9.5 million transport hub in Mareeba is set to officially open tomorrow. The company’s chairman, John Pressler, and the entire Lindsay Board will attend the highly anticipated opening after construction started earlier this year. The impressive facility is located at the new Mareeba Industrial Park and has the potential to put the town on the transport map.

The state-of-the-art hub is a ringing endorsement of the future in farming in Far North Queensland. “This is so worth it. We’ve been waiting for quite a long time to be able to expand up here, there is a great future here and Lindsay wants to be a part of it”, said Mr Pressler. The 22,500 m2 site will contain all three Lindsay Australia divisions including Lindsay Transport, Lindsay Rural and Lindsay

Fresh Logistics, giving local farmers access to supplies, cold storage facilities, transport bays and much more. “Farmers will have the opportunity to have as good a cold storage and transport facility as anywhere in Australia,” Mr Pressler said. “It is a wonderful facility and the farming community will be well served by it.” Mr Pressler said Mareeba was an “emerging area” for Lindsay Rural.

“We’re focusing a lot of attention on this area, making sure we establish ourselves and keep increasing our market share of this district,” he said. “There’s a great future here and we’re proud to be a part of it.” The facility is now fully operational and farmers are welcome to visit the new facility at Mareeba Industrial Park. Call the office on 4086 3400.

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Arrival comes to Mareeba ATHERTON INTERNATIONAL CLUB

Wine, Dine and Play at the Club!

New on the Rising Sun screen in Mareeba this week is the American science fiction drama film ARRIVAL. Directed by Denis Villeneuve and written by Eric Heisserer, based on the short story “Story of Your Life” by Ted Chiang. The film stars Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner and Forest Whitaker and has received critical acclaim, with praise for its story, atmosphere and Adams’s performance. Also continuing this week is the sensational J.K.Rowling's FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM.

OPEN 7 DAYS FROM 10AM

Christmas Day Lunch

Tablelands Toy Run

25th December, 2016 Festive Christmas Buffet 11.30am - 2.30pm

Saturday, November 26

Adults - $85 Kids - (4 - 12 Years) $35 Kids - (0 - 3 Years) Free Bookings Essential - PHONE 4091 4970 (Prepaid by 20th December, 2016)

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TUESDAYS BINGO: 9.30AM UNTIL NOON IN THE HALL CLUB PROMO: 12 NOON - 1PM WEDNESDAY NIGHTS TEXAS HOLD ’EM POKER: $100 CASH PRIZE 6.30PM REGISTRATION, 7PM START THIS THURSDAY 1ST DECEMBER BINGO: 9.30AM UNTIL NOON IN THE HALL BUFFET LUNCH & CLUB PROMO: 12 NOON - 1PM TRIVIA: 7PM REGISTRATION, 7.30PM START THIS FRIDAY NIGHT 2ND DECEMBER LIVE BAND: 7PM “ALCHEMY”

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2016 Date: Wednesday 7th December 2015 Time: 10.30am Location: Rising Sun Cinema - Mareeba RSL Club Includes: The movie and roast lunch to follow First 70 seats are proudly sponsored by the Mareeba Lions and Lioness Clubs and Caltex Mareeba. Note: Must be over 65 to be eligible for the sponsored seats Menu: Roast Pork & gravy with baked honey ham, roast potato and pumpkin, honey roasted carrots and served with a slice of fresh bread

Reservations contact Tracey on 4092 1396 Additional seats are available $21.00 includes roast lunch OR $10.50 movie only

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Stop – Your perfect renovator is now waiting for you

For all the DIY or home renovators in all of us, this great three bedroom across the road from the Mareeba Centenary Park is now on the market and waiting for the new owners to come in and dress it up. With Solid concrete stumps, easy floor plan and a huge masonry block double garage shed at the back, this home ticks all the boxes for the new home owner to come and renovate and enjoy or the for the investor in all of us, sit back and watch the

returns look after itself. Great location on Mammino st, behind the local park, walking distance to town on a quiet street, the current returns are sitting at 6.5%. Give exclusive agent Alex Srhoj a call today at Ray White Mareeba. Phone 0403 343 692 or email alex.srhoj@raywhite. com

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

MAREEBA $389,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to John Goncalves Ray White Rural Mareeba 0407 690 961

Prime Byrnes Street freestanding building - sale by tender We are excited to introduce this free- For further information please constanding commercial building tightly tact exclusive agents at Rogato held in the Byrnes St commercial pre- Real Estate. Phone Aurelia Rogato cinct. on 4092 5255 or 0418 183 555. Visit Features... www.rogatobros.com.au/1P1938 • Three commercial tenants • One x twp bedroom residence • 10 storage sheds • Showing solid rental returns Address: MAREEBA • Zoned busiPrice: FOR SALE BY TENDER ness Agent: EXCLUSIVE to Aurelia Rogato For sale by tender. Rogato Real Estate Tender date closes DeContact: 4092 5255 or 0418 183 555 cemeber 7, 2016.

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PROPERTY Stepping stone

Looking to acquire a home to enter the property market? If so, this property will likely fit the bill, whether it be for investment purposes or to live in. Situated on a fully fenced 733m2 allotment in an established part of town on the Cairns side of Mareeba, this three bedroom (with built-ins), one bathroom, low-set steel framed home has been lovingly maintained and cared for by its current owner who is keen to relocate and very motivated to sell. With near new kitchen and bathroom in crisp black and white tones, there is no work needed on this front. The kitchen has ample bench and storage space, while the bathroom has a separate shower and wall hung vanity. Split system air-conditioning services the main living area and there are ceiling fans throughout as well as security screens on windows and doors. Timber blinds dress the window spaces. The spacious open plan living area leads to the outdoor patio area and gazebo which provide ample entertainment space. Completing the back yard are a garden shed and established fruit trees. A 2.2Kw solar power system ensures there are no power bills. This home provides all the elements for a relaxing, comfortable and modern lifestyle. Be the first to inspect this great buy.

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

• Houses for sale from only $110,000 • Vacant land 1012m2 house blocks from just $20,000 • FreeHold businesses

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MAREEBA $285,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to John Falvo Mareeba Property Office 0408 456 344

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Rental home tucked away in quiet cul-de-sac OLDER style four bedroom concrete block home featuring a modern kitchen, combined kitchen and dining area with a separate lounge. The home has one bathroom with a separate tub from shower, toilet, outdoor laundry area, two vehicle carport, shed and all on a fenced allotment. For rent at $300 per week - see domain i.d. Address: MAREEBA 7527703 @ domain.com.au. Price: FOR RENT $300 P/W Agent: Mareeba Real Contact Mareeba Real Estate Agencies. Phone Estate Agencies 4092 1556, Lynette on 0427 153 868 or Mark on Contact: 0428 121 520 or 0427 153 868 0428 121 520. Email:mrea4880@qld.chariot.net. au

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PROPERTY

Look, look, look TWO bedroom high set home plus sleep-out. Featuring fans, carpet in lounge and lino throughout, single carport, located close to town, fully fenced, pets on application and enclosed cement area under house For rent at $290 per week. For more information or to arrange an inspection, do not hesitate to contact mareeba property management on 4092 2111. Address: Price: Agent:

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Situated on the Atherton side of around verandah’s, in-ground swimMareeba, only minutes from the town ming pool with BBQ area, 9m x 6m centre and St Stephens Catholic Col- powered shed, 4KW solar system lege, this five acre lifestyle property and solar hot water, floor tiles, secuoffers the peace and privacy of rural rity screens, fully equipped bore, two living while still having the conveni- tanks and grey water system, estabence of town amenities nearby. lished irrigated gardens, fully fenced Set back from the road and sur- with separate paddock for horses or rounded by low maintenance tropical cattle, plus more. An inspection of this property is a gardens the masonry block country style home is beautifully presented must to truly appreciate what is on ofand features spacious wrap around fer here. verandah’s perfect for our tropical climate. The property has everything For further information or to aryou need to live a comfortable relaxed range a private inspection, please contact Sophie Bozzo. Phone 0428 lifestyle. Features include... well maintained 128 154 three bedroom, two bathroom masonry block home, all bedrooms have built-in Address: MAREEBA wardrobes and access Price: $499,000 NEG onto the verandah, Agent: Sophie Bozzo separate air-conditioned Joe Torrisi Real Estate office/fourth bedroom Contact: 0428 128 154 off the verandah with built-in wardrobe, wrap

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Brick Home... SHed... $229,000 After 25 years, circumstances have changed forcing owners of this much loved brick home to go on the market. • 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom • Fully security screened • Large outdoor entertaining area • 20 panel 5Kva solar system • No rear neighbours • 943m2 fenced allotment for privacy Anyone wanting an affordable investment or those starting out, you will not find better value for money! Price: $229,000 Neg Contact: Exclusive Agent John Goncalves 0407 690 961

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INDEX

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DIRECTORY Electrical Embroidery Entertainment

Graphic Design

Motor Mechanic

Roofing & Sheds

Handyman

Security

Irrigation I.T

Pest Management Photography Plumbing Pool Maintenance

Childcare Cleaning Curtains & Blinds

Blinds Bulldozer Hire

Driving School

Floor Coverings Fuel

Air Conditioning

Earthmoving

AIR CONDITIONING

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CLEANING

Tree Lopping

Venue Hire

Timber Travel

ELECTRICAL

FLOOR COVERINGS

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

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Supply & Fit

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BULLDOZER HIRE

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FLOORS

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The LAND Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association president association Joe Moro is one of many farmers across Australia that rely upon working backpackers.

Backpacker tax ‘farce’ THE fallout over the Federal Government’s proposed backpacker tax has continued with a Mareeba farming identity slamming all sides for their inability to compromise. The future of the tax is being decided this week, with a risk of it defaulting to its original 32.5 per cent rate on working holiday makers after the Senate voted last Thursday to amend the government’s 19 per cent tax Bill with a lower 10.5 per cent tax. That prompted the Bill to be sent back to the House of Representatives, where the government rejected the 10.5 per cent amendment and reinstated the 19 per cent tax. The Senate is now in the throes of debating whether or not to pass the Bill, with only tomorrow remaining as the last chance for parliament to sit before the Christmas break. Proponents of the 10.5 per cent tax say that would put Australia on par with New Zealand when it came to taxing backpackers, but the government is

reluctant to go that low because of its need to generate sufficient revenue. If the Bill is not passed this week by the Senate, it will then revert to the 32.5 per cent rate on working holiday makers earning up to $18,200 from January 1. Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association president Joe Moro said the entire process – from the government’s alleged “consultation” with farmers to the opposition’s and crossbenchers’ refusal to approve the Bill – had been a farce. “It’s tough enough as it is in the farming sector and we’re now seeing a parliament messing around with people’s livelihoods,” he said. “It could have been a much better result if the farming sector had been consulted from day one.” Mr Moro said the situation would have a “flow-on effect to all of Australia” if a decision could not be reached and no working backpackers visited because of the high 32.5 per cent tax.

Members of the MSF team, State Environment Minister Steven Miles and Bio Fuels Minister Mark Bailey at the Premier’s Sustainability Awards earlier this month.

MSF wins green award SUGAR producer MSF has been recognised for its environmental-friendly efforts at the Premier’s Sustainability Awards. MSF won the Rural Award, noted for its sustainable farming practices and adoption of green technology such as bioplastics. “MSF Sugar has demonstrated its leadership in farming system innovations. We adopt smart, green technology and we engage in continual research and monitoring,” said Agriculture general manager Trevor Cook. “We are reducing our carbon footprint, conserving energy and reducing

suGar rEPOrts MOssMaN MiLL CrushiNG statistiCs WEEk 24 Mossman Mill throughput for its final week for the 2016 crushing was 27,712 tonnes of cane at an average crushing rate of 325 tonnes/hour with the plant availability below budget. The week started slowly with the failure of the bagasse reclaim system that required a full plant shutdown to address. For the remainder of the week the processing side of the factory continued to deal with low purity material, slowing crushing rates. The final cane at Mossman Mill for 2016 was crushed at 7:11am on Friday 18th November and processing of factory stocks continued until Saturday afternoon shift. Tablelands Mill is expected to finish crushing on Tuesday 22nd November. Crush statistiCs: • Mossman tonnes crushed for the week: 27,712 tonnes • CCS for week: 11.60 • Total cane crushed to date: 898,407 tonnes • CCS average to date: 11.56 • 2016 crop estimate: 900,000 tonnes

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waste while meeting our productivity and profitability targets.” The awards noted MSF’s “Modern Farming” system, which shares the company’s integrated farming approach with other farming groups, aimed at reducing water quality impacts and promoting better farming practices. “Our Modern Farming practices demonstrate a sustained and substantial level of commitment to delivery farm improvements in several catchments of the Reef,” Mr Cook said. MSF is also a part of an industrywide accreditation scheme, SmartCane Best Management Practice, impacting

positively on cane growing throughout the State while its heavy investment into installation of low pressure irrigation systems is reducing soil erosion and increasing water use efficiency. The company will start work on a $75 million green power station at the Tableland Mill in Mareeba from next May, powered entirely by excess sugar cane fibre. “MSF Sugar strives to be a good corporate citizen and given our proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, we recognise that continually improving our environmental stewardship is of utmost importance,” Mr Cook said.

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Students fly high for black belt

Roosters gearing up for 2017

Katherine Keevers executes a side kick through Lauren Hyde mid-flight executing a flying side kick over three a wooden board – one of four board breaks re- students on her way to achieving her junior black belt. quired for junior black belt grading test. Young Rooster Jack Willis works out at Thursday nights training session.

strength work at the moment and the boys are really putting the effort in,”Howard said. “Once we resume after Christmas we’ll start getting the footy in our hands and also doing plenty on the paddock.” The Roosters are looking at pre-season trials against Mareeba (away), premiers Ivanhoes (home) and Townsville Norths (home). Dates for these games will be finalised once the 2017 Cairns District Rugby League premiership match draw is confirmed. Atherton Roosters training is presently on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6pm at Roosters Stadium for all grades.

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The Atherton Senior Roosters have completed their first week of pre-season training for the coming 2017 year under second year head coach Dean Howard. After being the big improvers in 2016, which included playing finals football, the Roosters are confident of going further in the competition next year. The bulk of this years side has been retained and new faces to fill the frontrow gap will arrive early in the new year. Dean Howard said there would be another three weeks of training before the Christmas break and he was happy with the clubs progress. “We are concentrating on gym and

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Ben is one of the clubs senior players, who has proven to be a defensive batsmen that can protect an end and rotate the strike for his more aggressive scoring teammates. He scored his highest score recently of 98 not out. Favourite cricket player: Osman Khawaja Your earliest childhood memory: Breaking my arm at 4 years old Favourite subject at school: HPE How you like to spend your spare time: Fishing. What do you want to be when your older: Australian Cricketer Your most treasured possession: Signed Cowboys Jersey What do you normally eat for breakfast: Coco Pops Your favourite food is: Roast Pork What do you most enjoy about cricket: Batting

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Two teenage students from Atherton’s Rhee Tae Kwon Do training centre achieved their junior black belt at a recent Rhee Tae Kwon Do combined training event held in Mareeba. Students and black belt instructors from Atherton and Mareeba came together for the combined training night on November 14, which saw two 13 year-olds receive

their junior black belts. The 1st grade (black tip) students - Katherine Keevers and Lauren Hyde - were promoted to junior black belts under grading examiner for the Tablelands, Regional Master instructor Gennaro Arena. The last action day for Rhee Tae Kwon Do for the year will be held in Mareeba on Saturday, December 10.

Jarod named ‘King of Kerribee’

Jarod Veivers-Squair (pictured) was awarded ‘King of Kerribee’ at Mareeba Speedway’s presentation night held on Saturday, November 19. Sportsperson of the year went to Tony Villella, while Bill Stolzenberg received Highest points. 2016 RESULTS: Formula 500: 3rd Jan Korzeniewski, 2nd Jared Demares, 1st Lexi Underwood.

C Grade: 3rd Cameron Drinkwater, 2nd William Tudini, 1st Bill Stolzenberg. B Grade: 3rd George Tichborne, 2nd Tony Villella, 1st Brydon Pickup. A Grade: 3rd Angelo Tudini, 2nd Steve Brewer, 1st Jarod Veivers-Squair. Volunteer of the year: Wayne Johnson Club person: Gary Cross and Kerrie Veivers Most improved: William Tudini Most consistent: Bill Stolzenberg Best presented vehicle: Jarod Veivers-Squair Hard luck award: Bryan Lobegeiger and George Tichborne.

FNQ Motorsports last race of the year PICTURED: Outright first, second and third placed winners.

An overwhelming 27 competitors from Townsville to Mossman paid their respects to a local legend for the inaugural “Kingy’s Khanacross” event held at Tepon Raceway, Herberton last weekend. A great blend of old and new faces battled it out over two days of racing and catching up on old times around the fire into the brisk and breezy evenings. With some fierce racing and very close times, the excitement level didn’t disappoint, although a few blown engines did. When the dust settled it was Steve Van Der Brug to claim victory and be the first to raise “Kingy’s Cup “, with Heath Barry second and Andrew Horn third outright.

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Local firie takes out tri gold A YUNGABURAA firefighter has blitzed the middle or last.” the country’s fittest emergency services Since then, Ms Hendry has gone on to triathletes. compete in about 12 more events, training Auxiliary firefighter Megan Hendry twice a day, six days a week in running, won gold at October’s biennial Austral- swimming and cycling. asian Police and Emergency Services She even puts in some time with the Games after a stellar effort in the triathlon gloves at Yungaburra Boxing Gym. event. “It can range from one hour all the The Atherton café worker said she way up to six hours depending on what was stoked by her achievement, blitzing the day’s program is,” she said of her the open women’s category with a time training schedule. of 1:06.23 and also finishing fifth overall “When I’m full on training, it’s pretty against both male and female competi- hectic. It’s very much train, work, eat, tors. sleep and do it all again the next day.” “Seeing the level of talent down there, Ms Hendry said she would love to I was definitely surprised,” she said. have another crack at the Games when the “There were a lot of strong competitors next event is held in Mandurah in 2018. from all over Australia, but it was one of the most fun triathlons I’ve done.” Ms Hendry said she was Mareeba United Football Club bitten by the triathlon bug after competing in Yungaburra’s inaugural Soldier On Triathlon in 2014. “I just got an absolute Monday 5th December thrill out of it,” she said. Mareeba United Football Club “It’s just the enjoyment Clubhouse – 7.30pm factor, nothing beats crossing the finish line, whether Everyone welcome – All executive positions declared vacant, pass financials and election of 2017 committee. you’re coming in first, in

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Atherton wins two day match Resuming last weekend’s game with Tully 2-13, Atherton were forced to work hard in the field all afternoon to claim first innings points. Tully batted resolutely and the match remained in the balance right through the afternoon with the final hour proving crucial. A spectacular catch by Dan Parnell off the bowling of Kyle Bing Chew (pictured) to dismiss the captain, proved to be the turning point and Atherton went on to dismiss the remaining three batsmen and claim victory. Result: Atherton 257 – (T Boorman 77, N Watson 51, P Sceresini 31, R Lamperd 26), defeated Tully 195 – (K Bing Chew 4-30, S Barletta 3-41, D Parnell 2-55, H Steele 1-14).

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Mareeba cricketers claim win

MAREEBA Cricket’s Under 14 boys played well in their two-day game against Mulgrave to come away with a narrow first innings win. After adding only 16 runs to the total from last weekend, the boys were all out for 120. It was then left to the bowlers to get the side a win. Zac Myrteza with 3 for 10 and Brendan Johns 3 for 13, wrapped up Mulgrave to leave them 12 runs short. The second innings followed with Brendan knocking up a great 50 with the bat – Mareeba 3 for 89. Mulgrave finished the day at 5 for 74. Good bowling was had from from Liam Rofe and Ben Jones, who both grabbed two wickets each. The teams final game before the Christmas break is this weekend where the under 14s and 16s will both play a one-day match at Kerribee Park, starting in the morning. In the Under 12’s, the young and improving Mareeba side fought hard, but went down to Atherton (1) who scored 1/174, to Mareeba’s 6/139. Best batters for Mareeba were Tristan Lopez and Jack Kruse, both with 20 not out. The only wicket of the innings went to Jake Bombardieri with 1/12 and Patrick Cockburn in his first game for Mareeba finished with 0/7 off a blistering three overs.

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QUALITY USED VEHICLES 08 LANDCRUISER GXL DROPSIDE UTILITY Turbo diesel, airconditioning, bull bar, side rails, tow bar, winch, tool box, water tank, 12 months warranty ..............................................................................................................$37,990 13 HILUX SR 4X4 SINGLE CAB Turbo diesel, steel dropside body, bull bar, winch, 12 months warranty ...................................... $35,490 10 TOYOTA HILUX SR5 4X4 DUALCAB Auto, turbo diesel, airconditioning, dropside tray, bull bar, side steps, winch, tow bar ............ $26,990 08 PRADO GXL WAGON Auto, turbo diesel, alloy bull bar, lights, 12 months warranty ......................................................... $26,990 11 CAMRY ATARA S SEDAN Auto, airconditioning, alloys, only 41,000 klms, 12 months warranty...........................................$17,990 14 COROLLA SPORT HATCH Manual, airconditioning, alloys, reverse camera, balance of new car warranty ......................... $16,990 14 FORD ECOSPORT SUV Auto, low kilometres, balance of new car warranty (until January 2018) .................................... $15,450 12 FIESTA ZETEC HATCH Manual, alloy wheels, low kilometres, attractive appearance, 12 months warranty ................ $12,990

> 13 Ford Ranger Manual Dualcab .......................................................................$29,950 > 12 Mazda CX-5 Maxx Sport Auto Wagon ..........................................................$25,950 > 09 Holden Colorado Manual Dualcab ................................................................ $18,950 > 14 Mitsubishi Lancer Manual Wagon ................................................................. $15,950 > 10 Mitsubishi Outlander Auto Wagon................................................................. $15,950 > 12 Mitsubishi Lancer VRX Manual Sedan .......................................................... $15,950 > 10 Nissan Navara RX Manual Dualcab .............................................................. $15,950 > 09 Honda CR-V Manual Wagon ........................................................................ $13,950 > 11 Mitsubishi ASX Manual Wagon ..................................................................... $13,950 > 14 Mitsubishi Mirage Auto Sedan ...................................................................... $13,950 > 09 Mazda 3 Auto Sedan .................................................................................... $11,950 > 12 Mitsubishi Lancer ES Manual Sedan ............................................................ $11,950 > 11 Mitsubishi Lancer SX Manual Sedan............................................................. $11,950 > 09 Hyundai i30 Auto Hatch..................................................................................$8,950 > 06 Mazda 3 Auto Sedan ......................................................................................$8,950 > 09 Suzuki Swift Manual Hatch .............................................................................$6,950 > 08 Ford Focus Manual Hatch ..............................................................................$6,950 > 03 Mazda 6 Manual Sedan .................................................................................$6,950 > 06 Ford Focus Manual Sedan .............................................................................$4,950

HUGE RANGE COMING SOON! > 13 Mitsubishi Triton Auto Dualcab > 12 Mazda BT50 XT Auto Dualcab > 12 Mazda CX-5 Maxx Sport Diesel Wagon > 12 Mazda BT50 Manual Freestyle > 11 Nissan Navara ST-R D22 Manual Dualcab

> 08 Holden Viva Auto Sedan > 07 Toyota Rav4 Auto Wagon > 07 Mazda 6 Auto Wagon > 06 Proton Jumbuck Manual Ute > 06 Suzuki Swift Manual Hatch

WARRANTY AVAILABLE ON ALL USED VEHICLES* - ENQUIRE TODAY!

*All prices inclusive of Government Statutory Charges. No statutory warranty on vehicles over 10 years old or 160,000 kilometres.

Come see our Business Manager SANTINO to discuss all your FINANCE and INSURANCE Options 313-315 Byrnes Street, Mareeba 4092 5100 www.mareebamazda.com.au

PRICES INCLUDE GOVERNMENT TRANSFERS, STAMP DUTY AND REGISTRATION.

Hansen Ford 279 Byrnes St, Mareeba

Ph: 4092 9400 A/H Ph: Andrew 0417 633 002 – Claude 4092 4829 – www.fordtoy.com.au

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After Hours: David Mete 0408 793 050 Peter Acha 0417 006 698 or Adrian Madrid 0413 745 247

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 12 Toyota Hilux SR: 3 litre turbo diesel auto dualcab 4x4, good kilometres, fitted with steel bull bar, driving lights, tow bar, side steps, cruise control and canopy, in top condition ........$35,990  12 Toyota Hilux SR: 3.0 litre turbo diesel auto dualcab 4x4 with steel dropside body, tow bar, steel bull bar, side rails and steps, snorkel, cruise control and spotlights ...............$33,990  13 Nissan Navara D40 ST: 2.5 litre turbo diesel manual 4x4 dualcab utility, low kilometres, fitted with alloy bull bar, tow bar, canopy, tubliner & UHF radio, a better one would be hard to find ..................................................................................$30,990  12 Isuzu D-Max SX: 3.0 litre turbo diesel auto dualcab 4x4, fitted with steel bull bar, tow bar, spotlights, canopy, reverse camera and cruise control, excellent condition ............$28,990

MIGHTY MOUSE E-MAX 22

MAHINDRA 40HP 2WD

special price - $13,990

$17,495 ... beat that!

Hydrostatic transmission, rear locking diff, diesel motor, good for a thousand uses.

 12 Nissan Dualis ST: 2.0 litre CVT 7 seat wagon, good kilometres, locally owned, well maintained and in outstanding condition ...................................................................$18,990  11 Toyota Corolla Ascent: 1.8 litre auto hatch, travelled only 31,000 kilometres, good service history, very tidy vehicle ..............................................................................$13,990

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 09 Subaru Liberty 2.5i: CVT AWD sedan, alloy wheels, cruise control, good condition ........$13,990  11 Hyundai i30 SX: 2.0 litre auto 5 door hatch, travelled only 63,000 kilometres, very tidy vehicle with service history................................................................................$12,490

 10 Toyota Corolla Ascent: 1.8 litre auto sedan, low kilometres, very tidy vehicle ................$12,490  10 Ford Fiesta Z-Tec: 1.6 litre manual 5 door hatch, good kilometres, alloy wheels and cruise control, priced to sell .....................................................................................$10,990  10 Suzuki SX4 Liana: 2.0 litre 6 speed manual 2WD 5 door hatch, good kilometres, one owner well maintained vehicle ..................................................................................$10,490

2009 Ford TerriTory AWd GhiA

4x4 wagon, top of the range model, 7 seats, very low kilometres, well maintained, a new car alternative at a third of the price!

2012 Ford FiesTA hATch

5 speed manual, only 11,800 kilometres, this vehicle is as new!

our price $11,990

special price $19,495

 08 Holden Omega Sports Wagon: 3.6 litre auto, rear parking sensors, alloy wheels, ideal family vehicle in good condition ................................................................................$9,990  09 Suzuki Swift: 1.5 litre manual 5 door hatch, well kept one owner vehicle with good service history ..................................................................................................$7,990

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2006 BF FALcoN “sr” sedAN Spoiler, mag wheels, DVD player, very low kilometres, excellent condition, ready to go!

only $8,590 DriVe aWay

2010 GreAT WALL X240

4x4 wagon, high and low range, loads of extras, one fastidious owner, a genuine economical 4WD at minimum cost!

special price $8,990

TOLGA ROAD, ATHERTON • PH: 40914777 AFTer hours: Tom 0418 183 222

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