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Rylee’s big ideas win major award

By Rebecca Wallis

With boundless energy and drive, and a successful business to boot, it was no surprise that Rylee Venables was recently named as the 2018 Young Entrepreneur of the Year by the Cairns Business Women’s Club. The 29-year-old grew up in Ravenshoe and now lives in Mareeba, but the business that has put her name in lights is based in Atherton – not that you could easily find it. Tucked behind Supercheap Auto at the end of a car park is a little gem of a place called Petals and Pinecones. Opened on a shoe string three years ago it has tripled its earning capacity every year since then, thanks so some radical thinking from Rylee herself. “Our entire focus rather than worrying about the

business is completely on the customer,” she said. “Not customer service but customer experience. Like how do you feel when you walk in? what memories are you creating? do you feel like you’re acknowledged when you walk in? I don’t want my customers to come in and feel like they’re a transaction.” It’s this non-traditional approach to business that saw her win the award and has seen her cafe do so well. Now she is focusing on launching a range of organic teas – Juju – into seven different countries internationally. “I was looking for something that would compliment our primary business that wasn’t so left of field,” she said. “I wanted it to still fit with our profile. I drink a lot of tea and I thought it would be really cool to sell our own range in store, so that’s where the

idea started. “But once we launched we got really good feedback so we thought we’d make it available online and that’s done really well so we thought we’d look into export.” It’s just another element to this young mum’s busy life, which also includes one half of branding company Wolf and Geek. “Personally I’d like to continue growing the profile for the region – that’s my biggest goal,” she said. “I want to be a voice for young business people in the area because I think we’ve got a real stigma around that. It’s not just all old people doing business. I think if we can showcase that there are young people doing some exceptional things, which there are up here, then raising the profile of our area. “One business up here succeeds and then an entire community succeeds.”

Rylee Venables was recently named the 2018 Young Entrepreneur of the Year by the Cairns Business Women’s Club.

Kaban wind farm approval angers nearby residents

By Rebecca Wallis

Neighbouring residents of a proposed wind farm near Ravenshoe were “gobsmacked” to find out last week that the project was given the green light by the Minister for State Development, Manufacturing, Infrastructure and Planning. Around 29 wind turbines reaching a staggering 240m high are now likely to be built in the Kaban

area of Ravenhsoe angering around 20 residents living in close proximity. Cameron Dick announced that the State had provided development approval for the wind farm project, saying that it would bring substantial investment to the region and is expected to create around 150 jobs during construction. “The green power hub, which will incorporate the wind farm, is a $300 million project, planned to

operate for at least 30 years and generate enough power to supply 57,000 homes,” he said. “The Queensland Government welcomes private sector investment of this kind in support of the state’s renewable energy policy.” But one local home owner whose property sits on the State Forest boundary just 1.8m from the proposed site said she is concerned about the health implications of the turbines.

Helen Kirk said that she uses water sourced naturally and was fearful that it may become contaminated during the inevitable blasting that would occur during the construction phase. “I am so disappointed with everything,” she said. “I keep getting pushed from pillar to post and nobody wants to take accountability. Am I going to spend the next 30-50 years trying to find what went wrong? Do all my animals have to get sick first? I’m going to

keep fighting this.” Minister for Energy Anthony Lynham said the new wind farm would complement more than two dozen large-scale projects that were currently committed or under construction throughout Queensland, including the recently announced $200 million Lakeland wind farm, also in the Far North. “When complete, these projects will more than double Queensland’s renewable energy output and

produce enough electricity to power close to one million homes,” Dr Lynham said “Our 50 per cent renewable energy generation target by 2030 has boosted the level of renewable energy investment, bringing significant projects to regions right across the state. “This is yet another project to join our $4.3 billion pipeline of renewable energy projects underway or financially committed,” he said.

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140km in memory of Deb By Rebecca Wallis

The last time Donna Chambers ran the Great Wheelbarrow Race it was in 2012 as part of a duo with good friend Deb Ricci. This year she ran the 140kms alone, in memory of her former running partner who tragically lost her life in a car accident a year ago. It was a fitting way to remember the lady who touched so many lives and lit up every room with her “infectious smile”. “It was my way of giving her a tribute,” said Donna. “We shared a strong bond after doing the duo. It’s something you remember your whole life. You both work hard and always share a common bond.” Deb was driving home to Dimbulah last year when she was involved in a head on collision. She died three days later in hospital from her injuries. It was her 55th birthday and Mother’s Day.

She left behind three children, Craig, Brenton and Shahnee – as well as a legacy that will never be forgotten. “She giggled all the time,” said Deb’s mum Colleen Dunigan. “She had a real infectious laugh and smile. There was always a flower in her hair when she went to school.” Deb was a prep teacher at Mareeba State School and was well-known for her ability to get difficult children to calm down and cooperate. “She had a knack for it,” said Colleen. On top of being a dedicated mum, a popular and much-loved friend and a keen fitness enthusiast, Deb was part of the air cadets for 10 years. She touched the lives of many and her death rocked the Dimbulah community. Donna decided that running the Wheelbarrow Race this year, alone, was a good opportunity to remember her friend. “She had the biggest

Donna on the last day of the Wheelbarrown Race 2018 at the site of Deb Ricci’s car accident.

and most warming heart and a great smile to light up the room,” said Donna. “She lived life to the max.” But 140kms alone is no mean feat – especially when every step brings back memories. “It was hard,” said Donna. “It was all a mind game. There were some ups and downs – mentally. You remember a particular spot on the road. “But the last day was the hardest. Going past the accident site. We pulled over and parked the wheelbarrow next to the site.” Donna was not racing to raise money. “It was something personal,” she said. “It was a personal tribute.” She took around 20 hours to cross the finish line and on her way past Deb’s parents’ place close to Mareeba, she called in for a hug and a cry. Colleen and Brian Dunigan had no idea she was doing the race in their daughter’s honour and

were deeply touched. “We want to thank her for doing it,” they said. “We feel sure Deb ran every mile with Donna and she could not have paid Deb a greater tribute. “We feel ‘thank you’ is not enough but however ‘thanks Donna’. “Our thanks to all who supported Donna on the run.” Donna says she will always remember Deb as a bright spark who was up for anything – including a mad three day run with a wheelbarrow. “That was Deb’s nature. She was always willing to give anything a go,” she said. Colleen and Brian say that one year on they have started to come to terms with Deb’s death. Next month they will meet some of the people that were donated Deb’s organs after she passed away. At least three or four people have gone on living thanks to Deb, in an act of kindness she would no doubt have instigated.

Donna Chambers with support crew brother Glenn Chambers (left) and dad Gary Chambers (right).

Donna and Deb during the 2012 Great Wheelbarrow Race.

Couple charged with murder The small town of Mt Garnet is this week still in shock after the murder of one man and the serious injury of his brother. Mark Miller, 36, was stabbed to death on the night of May 23 and managed to get to the town’s ambulance station before dying from his injuries. His brother Rob Miller, 33, is in a serious but stable condition in Cairns Base Hospital. A 39-year-old Mount

Garnet man has been charged with one count each of murder and acts intended to cause grievous bodily harm. A 34-year-old Mount Garnet woman has been charged with one count each of murder and acts intended to cause grievous bodily harm. “It’s a particularly gruesome incident,’’ police acting Detective Inspector Rob Campbell said. Both victims had

multiple injuries with “stab and slash wounds to the upper torso, back and abdomen areas”, he said. “The dispute arose out of a situation between the two (groups).” Detectives and scenes-of-crime officers located “a number of items of evidence” at the rural house and property, down the dead-end of a dirt track on Dunmall Rd, which is also used as Mt Garnet has been rocked by the murder of 36 year old Mark a turkey farm. Miller and the injuries inflicted on his brother, Rob.

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TRC trials new Ravenshoe plan TABLELANDS Regional Council has identified, planned and trialled an innovative option for the development of the Ravenshoe Town Centre Master Plan. In a statement made after their monthly meeting last week, a council spokesperson said the move was ‘in line with their commitment in the Corporate Plan 2017–20 to explore options and develop sound strategies and practices to maximise economic, social and environmental wellbeing for the community’.

At the meeting councillors endorsed the engagement of JCU’s Tropical Urban Design Lab (TUDLab) and its direct partners for the development of the plan. “The engagement will ensure a mutual and beneficial relationship, a fresh approach and perspective, better engagement with the community, guidance and input from JCU’s lecturers and partners, and overall management by a research and education institution on the leading edge of planning and urban design,” the statement read.

TRC revenue on track say officers

After ten months, total operating revenue at Tablelands Regional Council is tracking on budget, however projected to be $476,000 under budget by the end of the year. The main contributing factor is the early payment of the first 2017/18 Financial Assistance Grant shown as revenue in the previous year.

Operating expenditure is tracking 5 per cent below budget to the end of April, which is attributed to timing issues with the current end of year projects forecasting operating expenses to be under budget by $797,000 or 1.4%. Council received and noted the quarterly financial report for the period ending 30 April 2018.

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Hundreds turned out on Saturday night for the annual Dimbulah Lions Festival. With perfect weather the festivities kicked off with the downtown parade, followed by a night of festival fun and entertainment. The highlight of the night was the crowning of 2018 Queen Kelsey Schincariol, Princess Meg Chynoweth, Charity King Noah Goldsworthy, Charity Queen Brooke Mahmut and Miss Personality Katrina Todd.

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WOYAYA! to sing at the Mareeba Wetlands The Wildlife Conservancy of Tropical Queensland (WCTQ) is excited to announce the first in their annual donation only events where they invite the community to experience the Reserve. All of their arts events are designed to reflect the connections between the arts and wild landscapes. On Sunday June 10 the Conservancy is presenting WOYAYA! at Clancy’s Lagoon on the Mareeba Wetlands in a sunset performance, showcasing songs from their extensive repertoire. The group is well known in the Cairns and Tablelands music scene for their

vibrant performances, having sung at the Yungaburra Folk Festival, COCA and a wide range of other venues. An ensemble group from Mareeba will also be performing prior to WOYOYA! WOYAYA! is a 20 person strong Acappella choir directed by Jane Younghusband. The choir present a wide range of beautiful songs from around the world, including Africa, Macedonia, Scotland, Finland, and Japan, alongside Gospel and contemporary songs from closer to home. WCTQ Board member Dr. Merrilee Frankish said that the Wetlands are a perfect fit for the acappella

group. “We started with the idea of a group performing as the sun sets over the lagoon at the Wetlands and WOYAYA! are just perfect for the setting,” said Dr Frankinsh. “We’re really thrilled to be hosting such an accomplished singing group. People can bring their own chairs and sit back and relax at the end of the day to some beautiful music. “This first performance is a bit of a test run as part of an entirely new direction being developed for the WCTQ so watch this space.” WOYAYA! celebrate the beautiful sounds from

many cultures, their differences and their similarities. People sing for many reasons – in celebration, to lament and grieve. They sing to express their love, their devotion, their sadness and their anger. We can learn a great deal about ourselves and about others from the songs of the world. The Mareeba ensemble will commence performing at 3.45pm followed by WOYAYA! at 5.00pm and finishing at 6pm. Everyone is welcome with drinks on sale and please BYO a chair. Dr. Frankish said “This is a free event, however the Conservancy will gratefully

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accept donations from anyone attending.” The Mareeba Wetlands is a dedicated conservation reserve managed for its incredible conservation

values. “Events such as these help us to raise funds to meet our conservation and community goals.” These events are a su-

perb way to experience the Reserve, which is otherwise closed to public access. For more information email coordinator@wildlifequeensland.com.au

Primary school to celebrate 125 years Mareeba State School will hold its 125 year centenary celebrations in October this year. The celebrations will run from October 12 to 14 and include a meet and greet on the Friday night, followed by a full Centenary celebration day at the school on the Saturday

which includes the presentation of time capsule contents. The celebrations will then end on Sunday morning with a colour run on the school oval. For more information contact the school on 4092 8100 or email admin@mareebass.eq.edu.au

Local lawyer moves up the ranks

Rachelle Parker (formerly Vittori) of Girgenti Lawyers in Mareeba was last week appointed Senior Associate with the local firm. A born and bred Mareeba local, Rachelle has been with the firm for over four years and is delighted with the news of the Newly appointed Senior Associate at Girgenti Lawyers appointment. “I love what I have Rachelle Parker with Pietro been able to achieve in Girgenti. my time with Girgenti Bachelor of Business maLawyers and the loyal cli- joring in accounting, Raents I get to work for every chelle always planned to day.” Said Rachelle. “I am very excited practice law in her homeabout my promotion within town of Mareeba. The multi-talented sothe firm.” “I take great pride in licitor has a primary focus offering the best level of on commercial property service and expertise to all and agribusiness law but my clients. also practices in corporate “It was my goal to work law, business structuring, up the ranks to this position asset protection, estate and I am proud that all of planning, administration my hard work, studies and and wills. In addition, she dedication to my clients manages the Girgenti Lawhas paid off.” yers Conveyancing team. After recently returnFirm director Pietro ing to work from maternity Girgenti said the appointleave with her first son, Rachelle has hit the ground ment was an easy decision running and is loving the that reflected Rachelle’s balance of motherhood and dedication and professionalism. her passion for law. “I love that I can do “Not only is Rachelle both – being a mother and an outstanding lawyer with a lawyer are two of the integrity, she is dedicated, most rewarding roles,” professional and commitsaid Rachelle. ted to the legal profession “Mareeba is my home and her clients,” Said Mr and with the town and reGirgenti. gion thriving, the future is “She is also a local and promising and I am excited that I get to be part of that as so many of our talented people leave for the larger within my profession. After graduating with a cities, it great to have double degree, a Bachelor someone as talented as RaLaw with Honours and chelle stay in Mareeba.”

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Priors Creek master plan goes ahead By Rebecca Wallis

A revised version of the Priors Creek Master Plan which includes the recommended sale of six lots of land, was approved by Tablelands Regional Councillors last week, despite staunch opposition from the Atherton Lions Club. A petition was lodged with council in February signed by 3,495 people requesting changes to the plan. A letter included with the petition specified that along with suggesting the inclusion of botanical gardens and a park with picnic and playground facilities, that they did not want the sale of several allotments of council freehold land within the Priors Creek precinct saying it was “unethical”. But councillors voted to go ahead with the sale as outlined in a revised version of the Master Plan last week stating that the profit from the sales would be used to fund “capital works needed to deliver the Master Plan”. It was specified in the council report that the lots would only be sold with “a defined list of preferred uses” in the form of building covenants.

Further to that, the officers report stated that the petition suggested to the public “some exaggerated or unlikely consequences” of the Priors Creek Master Plan, including that the sale of the lots “would severely restrict access, limit open space for parking and recreation, and will seriously detract from the park’s visual amenity”. The council report disagreed with the claims and said that the Master Plan “allows for good access, adequate parking, quality open space and recreation opportunities and for a general improvement in visual amenity”. The report also stated that the inclusion of a multi-use road was “essential” and that the response from their community consultation process showed that the use of the area as a multi-use recreational and destination place was preferred. Tudor Tanase, Manager Planning and Regulatory Services, offered councillors three options at their monthly meeting on Thursday which included discarding the Atherton Lions Club proposal (Option 1), investigate and adopt specific elements from the proposal (Option 2) and

initiate a full review of the plan, including community consultation (Option 3). Deputy Mayor Katrina Spies praised Atherton Lions Club for their involvement in the plan and offered an alternative motion which adopted Option 2 and suggested that the council work together with community groups and stakeholders “to further refine specific elements as council and/or external funding is committed and the project progresses”. Councillor Kate Eden said there were many community members who disagreed with the Lions Club proposal and that they needed to be taken into account. “I think the current design has good ideas and should be retained and I’m pretty happy with the master plan that’s been modified as per the community consultation,” she said. “I’d like to draw a line under this today. It’s not set in stone, it’s just going to allow us to get on with doing some of the aspects of the job, including working with the Lions Club to undertake the project.” Atherton Lions Club declined to comment until further examining the motion that was passed.

An artists impression of Tablelands Regional Council’s new Community Education, Training and Disaster Coordination Centre.

Design of TRC’s new centre released Tablelands Regional Council has released the artist’s impression for the Community Education, Training and Disaster Coordination Centre to be built on Vernon Street. “Once built, the facility will provide a space for community groups and government agencies to conduct natural disaster resilience and preparation training, and will be the base of operations for the Local Disaster Management Group,” said Mayor Joe Paronella. “It is extremely important to us that we have a

centre where we can effectively coordinate a disaster response in our region. “Our effectiveness will be further enhanced by being located adjacent to Queensland Fire and Emergency Services and SES.” Local Government Minister Stirling Hinchliffe saidL “The Local Government Grants and Subsidies Program is hugely popular with regional Councils and is delivering terrific results for jobs and regional economies throughout regional Queensland. “This includes in the Tablelands, as this terrific

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new Community Education, Training and Disaster Coordination Centre will provide an important new asset for local residents.” Work on the new facility will start early in the new financial year and should be completed by June 2019. “Hopefully the weather will be on our side during construction,” said Cr Paronella. The Community Education, Training and Disaster Coordination Centre project is a joint initiative of Tablelands Regional Council and the Queensland Government.

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Cattle industry under threat

By Rebecca Wallis

Cape York cattle farmer Graham Elmes says that unless recently passed Vegetation Laws are turned around, there will be no pastoral industry left in the Far North, and he should know. Graham’s parents Ivy and Sid Elmes were the founding shareholders of the Mareeba saleyards and his property, Butchers Hill cattle station, was the original station in Cape York. Mr Elmes is devastated that the tree clearing laws have been passed and donated a bullock for auction at the recent yards’ 70th anniversary sale to put funds towards Ag Force’s ‘Fair Laws for Farmers’ campaign. “We have been left behind as far as development is concerned,” he said. “Cape York has been left behind because we haven’t had the infrastructure in place to assist our industry to move forward. Now we’re getting a bitumen road through to Weipa, our infrastructure is getting put in place and all of a sudden

they’re saying ‘we don’t want you to develop any further’. Our industry has been nipped in the bud.” Mr Elmes has been a cattle farmer his whole life. His career began at 10 years old when he was paid ‘five bob’ a week. He was droving cattle to the sale yards 65 years ago and says he has seen the decline of the cattle industry in the region thanks to bad politics. “We used to have 150,000/160,000 head of cattle in Cape York,” he said. “Now we’re down to about 30,000. That’s what’s happened - bad policies that we’ve been dealing with for the last 30 years has created that. “It really hurts me to think of what we were and what we are today.” Mr Elmes is convinced that if the laws are not overturned, the whole cattle industry in Cape York will be ‘decimated’. “It will send things backward, How can it move forward? You can’t develop your property. If you’re going to be tied to

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the one number that you’re running now, how can you move forward? How can our business here keep operating?” he said. “We’ve got this infrastructure put in place now moving forward, but our bloody bad policies are undermining our industry. It’s just politics.” Mr Elmes said he and other pastoralists in the region are just asking for “a fair balance”. “If we don’t get the laws changed now, we’ll get them changed with a new government,” he said. “Balance – that’s all we’re asking for, is a fair balance and we’re prepared to put the scientific issues in place, not the political issues. That’s what’s killing us.” Mr Elmes said the government was out of touch with farmers and their needs. “We have to be able to keep moving our business forward,” he said. “What would happen if the government said we’ll only allow 30 visitors out on the Great Barrier Reef? what would those tourist

Graham Elmes.

industries do? what they’re saying to us is that we’re only going to allow you a certain number of cattle. We’re not going to let you move your business any further forward, so we can’t operate. “Unless we can turn things around, it’s the end of the pastoral industry in cape York.”

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Every once in a while, a home with infinite possibilities comes onto the market and this property is one of them! Built in a prime location on a corner allotment this home offers a seamless balance of classic style and modern day convenience, just minutes to shopping centres, parks and schools. The low set Queenslander has been loving cared for by the same owner and it's clear to see it has been well maintained. Many features in the home show its real character, with hand-crafted cupboards and cabinetry, as well as other features show

off its classic style. This property has the opportunity to make a great first home for anyone looking for an affordable property to get into the market or a profitable investment to add to your portfolio. The compact design has utilised all the space perfectly, featuring three bedrooms, one bathroom, a practical and spacious kitchen and a shared living and dining area. There is an abundance of natural light with large windows throughout the home. • Three bedroom, one bathroom • Large windows offering natural light

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the good sized shed and two attached carports. This property is easily maintainable, allowing you to enjoy the abundance of facilities just moments away. For more information or to arrange an inspection please contact exclusive agent Remo Esposito at Central Realty Mareeba on 0401 969 473.

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You will have a problem holding on to your cash this week. Do your job and don’t ask for favors. Your mate, however, may not be too pleased with you. Get down to business.

Virgo

Aug 23 - Sept 23

Shopping could cost more than you bargained for. Don’t let individuals with wild schemes talk you into a financial deal that is not likely to be successful.

Libra

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Sept 24 to Oct 23

Dig deep to find out how costly a new venture will be before you sign on the dotted line. Don’t overload your plate. Do not blow situations out of proportion. Don’t overspend on children or on large purchases.

Scorpio

Oct 24 to Nov 22

If you’re uncertain of your feelings, keep your opinions to yourself. Try to keep an open mind. Sports, physical fitness programs, exercise in general will make you feel better and show some pretty quick results.

Sagittarius

Nov 23 to Dec 21

Your energy will be high; however, temper tantrums may erupt. You need to be careful not to make promises that you can’t fulfill. Try to understand both sides of the issue before taking sides.

Capricorn

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You are able to make changes in your home that will be favorable to all involved. You must not let others talk you into doing things that will probably limit you financially at a later date.

Aquarius

Jan 21 to Feb 19

You are best to keep hard feelings to yourself. Your determination and stamina will make your work look flaw less and effortless. Someone you work with could try to undermine you.

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Partners may try to argue with you; however, you must stand your ground. You mustn’t be so trusting. You may overspend if you travel this week; however, the trip will be one to remember.

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DOWN 1. The front part of something, especially a ship. 2. Having a kind, gentle, or sentimental nature. 3. A European primula with clusters of drooping fragrant yellow flowers in spring, growing on dry grassy banks and in pasture. 4. Of a sound or voice quiet and soft. 5. Control of a machine from a distance by means of radio transmitted from a device. 6. Having or showing the ability to make decisions quickly and effectively. 12. A monument to someone buried elsewhere, especially one commemorating people who died in a war. 14. A personable to conceive young. 17. A sweet flavoured drink made from a sugar syrup. 20. A simple roofed structure used for garden storage.

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Showtime FMX set to draw bumper crowds to Atherton Show Bumper crowds are expected at Atherton Show this year, thanks to a wild and exciting headline act. Showtime FMX has been secured for two daily shows at the annual event on July 9 and 10. Billed as Australia’s original, longest running and most successful freestyle moto x team, the performers

will showing off their moves straight from the Townsville V8s thanks to Atherton Tableland Agricultural Society and Betta Home Living Australia. Showgoers will be on the edge of their seats as they watch the riders soar through the air performing tricks such as rock solids, turn downs, heart attacks, backflips, backflip vari-

ations and more. The Atherton Show is during the school holidays this year with the public holiday on Tuesday July 10. Families are encouraged to get in early and pre-purchase their family pass tickets (2a,3c) from June 1 to save. Family Passes are not available on the gates.

PHOTO of the week The judges choice winner of the Tablelands and Surrounds Photography Group this week goes to Francine Henrich. The theme was “Clouds”.

Captioned ‘Morning Clouds’ – this photo was taken in the early morning at Mount Isa and Francine was amazed at the cloud formation. “Outback sunrises and sunsets are always amazing here.” Keen photographers can join the Facebook group and enter their photos – Tablelands and Surrounding Photography Group.

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Suzuki Swift goes nose to tail around Australia Suzuki’s multi-award winning Swift has smashed through the six million sales mark meaning that if they were all parked bumper to bumper, they would stretch more than the 14,500km around Highway 1 which circumnavigates Australia. The six million mark

is not the total of all Suzuki Swifts sold, just those built since 2005 when the new generation Swift made its debut in Australia. Now in its fourth generation and with the recent addition of the Swift Sport Turbo model, the Suzuki Swift remains the brand’s top seller in

Australia. Suzuki Queensland’s General Manager Sales and Marketing, Mr Stephen Craig said: “It’s only when you do the math that you begin to appreciate the enormity of that sales figure.” “At a little over 2.4 metres in length, the Swift is very much a

compact vehicle but breaks traditional boundaries by offering outstanding interior dimensions and utilisation of available space. It is bristling with comfort and convenience features as well as active driver assistance technologies.” “Those features are

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New app leads to safer choices for new drivers An innovative new app to help first time car buyers find the safest vehicle they can afford was released recently. Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said the app would improve safety

for new drivers, particularly young drivers. “There is evidence young drivers are more likely to drive smaller, older cars that don’t always come out better off in a crash because they have less modern

safety features,” Mr Bailey said. “It’s confronting that young drivers and riders account for 22 per cent of people involved in serious crashes, but only make up 14 per cent of Queensland’s

licence holders. “Their choice of older vehicles puts them at

even greater risk, especially if the car does not have air bags or stability control. “However, market research shows many people do not know what to look

for or where to find information about a car’s safety rating.” Mr Bailey said because many young people based their vehicle selection on looks and costs, the SafeCars app increases aware-

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Locals urged to have their say on dangerous roads RACQ is calling on Tablelands motorists to help identify Cairns’ most dangerous roads in need of urgent attention – with the Kuranda Range featuring high on their list of priorities. The State’s peak motoring body will be using the results to lobby local, state and federal government’s to “prioritise funding to upgrade and maintain these roads”. “As drivers, we’re all too familiar with those frustrating and troublesome roads in our area. Whether it’s a road that’s full of potholes, is narrow, lacks overtaking lanes and line markings,

or is the first to go under when it rains – we need your help in pinpointing it,” said RACQ spokesperson Lucinda Ross. “Last time we ran our survey more than 400 sub-standard roads were identified across the State.” During the 2016 Federal Election RACQ called for funding to continue to improve safety on the Kennedy Highway while protecting the national heritage of the area. “This is a particularly steep and twisting range road with a poor crash history,” said RACQ spokesperson Lauren Ritchie of the Kuranda

Range Road. “Drivers need to take extra care when navigating this stretch of the Kennedy Highway, especially around the curves.” Ms Ritchie said she believes Transport and Main Roads should preserve the range’s heritage by continuing to fund safety upgrades “that focus on curve widening, additional safety barriers and localised widenings to allow faster vehicles to overtake slow moving traffic”. “The ‘Kuranda Range Road’ is included in the Kennedy Highway improvements listed in RACQ’s Mobility Mat-

ters 2017-2021,” she said. “We also encourage the department to focus on installation of intelligent signs that warn about speeding, and substandard curves, adverse weather or slippery surface conditions. “We need a road system that works for all Queenslanders and it’s important the far northern region isn’t forgotten.” Ms Ross said previous surveys had identified the need for improvements to the Captain Cook and Kennedy highways. “We all deserve to have a say on where

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we want our rates and taxes spent – but we can’t help get the right roads fixed if we don’t know where they are,” she said. “You’re our eyes on the ground and your suggestions could help save lives, or simply make the commute a little more bearable for everyone using that particular road.” Participants in the survey go into the draw to win one of two $250 EFTPOS gift cards. The survey, which closes at 11.59pm on 18 June, 2018 could be found at https://www. racq.com/badroads

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Lots of love Nanna Jad, Poppy Henry, Aunty Lid, Uncle Paul, Kiefer & Holly, Aunty Ves, Uncle Shane and Chase. Mum, Dad & Bria. All Mandich families in Brisbane & Croatia. Uncles Jeffery, Gavin, Balard & your loving Petreski family from Split.

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Funeral Celebrant Final farewells with respect. Phone 0410 328 357

Garage Sale GARAGE SALE

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Wanted Wanted to buy or rent in Tolga, Walkamin or Kairi. Large paddock(s) suitable for horses 1050 acres. Call Jody 0419 559 208.

Jeweller Brett Thompson Jeweller. Watch batteries and jewellery repairs now in Cairns. Ph 0437 800 892. do you have something to sell? Classified advertising works and there is a classification for everything!. Phone us, today on 4092 3464 or call into the office at 186 Byrnes Street, Mareeba.

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For Sale Homemade Rosella Jam – Mareeba. Ph 0484 753 187. Austral 8x3 twin deck screen, grizzly, HYD feeder, extra screens, good working condition. $44,000. Ph 0428 314 567. Ute Canopy, 2660x2045mm. Curtain sides, 3m annexes side & back. 2 solar panels & regulator. $3,000. Ph 0428 314 567. 2 Axle Hamelex Dog Trailer. 11.5m3 aluminium bin, pull our tarp. Good condition. $15,000. Ph 0428 314 567. ALLAN WALDEN’S ROAD STAR CRUISER

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EOI-MSC2018-02 GREEN WASTE MANAGEMENT Mareeba Shire Council (MSC) is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced green waste contractors to undertake the management of Council’s Green Waste received at the Mareeba and Kuranda Waste Transfer Stations. MSC currently accepts commercial and domestic Green Waste at all its waste transfer stations at no charge. Mareeba and Kuranda Waste Transfer Stations receive the bulk of Green Waste being disposed of in the Shire. Obtaining Documentation: Tender documents are lodged on Council’s online e-procurement system for release Friday 25 May 2018, 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 26 June 2018. 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. Jennifer McCarthy A/Chief Executive Officer PO Box 154, MAREEBA, QLD. 4880 Is someone you know getting married? Wish them all the best in The Express. 4092 3464.

Experienced Cook/Chef For a small country pub to join our team. Wednesday - Sunday split shifts. Please email your resume to: admin@kairihotel. com.au Or alternatively call 4095 8250

Public Notice PROPOSED TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE

The Mareeba Heritage Museum pays tribute to Tony for all the projects he completed over a span of 20 years.

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Attention is directed to an application for Temporary Road Closure covering an area of about 5.93ha of road abutting Lot 2 RP732204 shown as Lot A on Drawing CNS18/016P, in the manner specified in the Government Gazette of 18 May 2018. A copy of the notification and of the drawing in illustration may be viewed at Mareeba Shire Council, 65 Rankin Street, Mareeba and the Department of Natural Resources and mines (DNRM), DNRME Cairns Office, L 4, William McCormack Place II, 5b Sheridan Street, Cairns QLD 4870. Objection to the application must be in writing and submitted to the Department DNRME Cairns Office, no later than 28 June 2018. Any objections received may be viewed by other parties interested in the proposed road closure under the provisions of the Right to Information Act 2009. If you lodge an objection, please include in your objection letter whether you would like to be consulted if this issue becomes the subject of an access request under the Right to Information Act 2009. For further details contact the DNRME Cairns Office on (07) 4222 5427 Quoting reference number 2018/002681

Dr Nathan Walmsley The Mareeba Medical Clinic welcomes the return of Dr Nathan Walmsley. Commencing work on Monday 4th June. Bookings now available. Phone 4092 2877

NOTICE OF SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING A Special Council Meeting to adopt the 2018/2019 Budget will be held on Wednesday 20 June 2018, commencing at 9am at 65 Rankin Street Mareeba. Following the Special Meeting, Council will hold its monthly Ordinary Council Meeting. Members of the public and media are welcome to attend. Jennifer McCarthy A/Chief Executive Officer PO Box 154, MAREEBA, QLD. 4880

SAVE THE DATE! Variety Concert Saturday 2nd June At Mareeba Memorial Chapel, 45 Constance Street, Mareeba Tickets at the door 0418 413 727

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Mt Molloy Markets - CWA Hall between the pub and the shop. 8am - noon. All CWA takings will be donated to The Biggest Morning Tea.

16th

The Inner Wheel Club of FNQ Tablelands Pre Loved Clothing Sale - 11am at Stan Moses Hall, Vernon St, Atherton. Gold Coin donation.

WEEKLY, FORTNIGHTLY & MONTHLY EVENTS > Q.C.W.A Mareeba Bingo every Thursday from 9am at the Q.C.W.A Hall, Wilkes St, Mareeba. > Q.C.W.A Aerial Outpost Branch Craft Day. 4th Wednesday of the month 9am. 15 Wilson St, Mareeba. > Mareeba Lioness Club Monthly Seniors Bingo and free morning tea is held 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Mareeba CWA Hall starting at 9am. > 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. > Uniting Church Markets every Friday (hall nearTarget) 8.30am to 12noon. > St George’s Church Indoor Bowls Tuesday’s at 1pm at St George’s Hall at 53 Constance St, Mareeba. > Mareeba RSL Club Soup Kitchen every Tuesday, 6pm-8pm entry via back gate. > Al-Anon Family Groups - Atherton and Yungaburra. Ph 1300 252 666. > Mareeba & District Orchid & Pot Plant Society - Monthly meeting held on second Saturday of each month, (except December), at Mareeba CWA Hall, Dempster Street, Mareeba. Meetings start at 2 p.m. All welcome.

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Vincenzo’s Coffee Lounge – Friday May 25

Marlee Connell, 2.

Kylie Chapman, Jodie Turner and Keri Martin.

Georgina Metzger and Dean and Trish Licitra.

Kettles were filled and cakes were baked as colleagues, friends and family came together to help raise vital funds for the Cancer Council at morning teas held all across the region last week in support of Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea event.

Lisa Wyer, Kay Harrold and Cathy Cowan from Cancer Council.

Elders Biggest Morning Tea – Mt Uncle Distillery, Thursday May 25

Mt Carbine Biggest Morning Tea – Saturday May 26 Mt Carbine turned on lovely weather for the 12th Annual Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea. A big thanks to all the cooks and supporters with $2,402.10 raised this year for the Cancer Council.

The ladies from Elders Insurance and Real Estate – Teresa McKinnon, Gina Raccanello, Jeanette Suffield, Kyle Fahlstrom, Dee Cuda and Kirby Harrop.

Rita Falvo, Anna De Luca and Albert De Luca.

Megan Francis and Markita Jensen.

Alexis Ward, Karen Prichard and Elizabeth Carter.

Karen Pedersen and Gloria Armbrust Julie Johnson, Karen Lawson and Tania Cox.

Michelle Raso and Alicia Reghenzani.

Elizabeth carter, Barbra Warner and Gloria Miller.

Amanda and Thea McCann.

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Rebecca Tonello and Margie Hayde.

Jayne Hogarth and June Raymond

Dawn Hughes, Jenny Ford, Lyn Richardson and Lena Ius.

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EXPRESS SPORT PORT

Hayley Fullgrabe, Laura Trezise and dual registered player Abby Toshach represented Atherton Tablelands Hockey Association at Townsville Hockey Association for Peninsula 13-19 Girls Hockey State Championships from May 10 to 13. Laura Trezise was chosen as goalie in the Qld U19 School girls team which will tour NZ later this year.

16-year-old Mareeba cowboy Lane Hanush steps up a grade.

Billy Jo Williams.

Bradley Jordan.

Jack Kieoskie.

Bull riders unite for injured mate By Rebecca Wallis

HUNDREDS of people made the trip out to Biboohra on Saturday night to cheer on some of the country’s best bull riders – all in the name of a great cause. ‘Slamin’ 4 Sam’ was a one off event created by the friends of Sam O’Connor, a former PBR bull rider who broke his back on New Year’s Eve in

a bull riding accident. Doctors said he would never walk again, but determined to prove them wrong he is hoping to raise the funds to get through expensive rehab sessions, which is where his mates stepped in. “I remember everything from the accident,” Sam said on Saturday night in Biboohra. “The bull gave me a little bump on my back and my legs went over my

head and it was like a light going off.” His PBR bull riding friends have rallied around and supported him in many ways – including making the trip to the Far North to take part in the Biboohra event and raise some much needed funds. “Having the PBR helping you out, it gives you a bit more hope that you’re going to work it all out,” said Sam. “You never expect this

to happen to you.” Tablelands Regional Councillor Anthony Ball took over the microphone halfway through the event to auction off a large number of goods donated from local companies. Over $13,000 was raised from the auction alone, with more adding to the fund for Sam through ticket sales and a raffle. The event was held on a private property on Hume Road.

Mareeba Cricket club’s Trisha Spry has done it again and picked up another award to add to her collection. Trish was last week awarded the second place prize for Volunteer of the Year for the whole of Australia. Trish travelled to Melbourne for the second annual ‘A Sport for All’ Community Cricket Awards held at the Junction Oval.

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 SUNDAY AWAY GAMES – 3RD JUNE YOUTH: Bulls v Innisfail – 11am LADIES: Bulls v Innisfail – 1pm RESERVES: Bulls v Innisfail – 3pm PREMIERS: Bulls v Innisfail – 5pm

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Come & Run with the Bulls!

Tiny Gladiators did battle against Edmonton Storm on Super Saturday at Davies Park, Mareeba.

Super Saturday for junior players

The Junior Gladiators’ Super Saturday games against Edmonton Storm included Under6s through to 12s as well

as the 13s and 15s gave home supporters a win and 17s were defeated. President Darrin Hastie pleased to report it was

a great day and thanked Edmonton for traveling to Mareeba. “It was an excellent day had by all,” he said.

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LET’S HELP YOU INTO A

Roosters big 34-12 win over leaders

Roosters fullback Reece Munster.

A double from forwards James Clark and Jack Willis has helped the Atherton Roosters claim a 34-12 win over ladder leaders Cairns Brothers on Saturday night. Played on a wet and slippery track under the new lights at the Atherton JRL field, the win gave the Roosters five from six for the season. It was a tough battle from the start as both sides went hard in defence before the Roosters got a breakthrough at the 20th minutes when winger Jesse Carleton crossed in the corner. Jack Willis followed soon after and this gave the Roosters a 12-0 edge at the break. The second session opened with the Roosters crossing three times in the space for ten minutes and now fronted the contest 28-0 with 30 minutes remaining. Brothers did get on the

scoreboard at the 68th and 74 the minutes but a try to Jermaine Pedro wrapped up an impressive night for the Roosters. Roosters forward James Clark returned for the match from Northern Pride duties and was outstanding up the middle in attack. The Cairns District Rugby League first grade points table – Brothers 11, Atherton 10, Tully 8, Innisfail 8, Kangaroos 8, Yarrabah 7, Mossman 6, Ivanhoes 6, Suburbs 4, Mareeba 2, Edmonton 0. This Saturday the Roosters travel to Innisfail and play three grades from 3pm. The Senior Roosters 100 Year celebrations are being held on June 15,16 and 17. Pre-sold tickets for the centenary dinner on June 16 are available by emailing melissavidler@ hotmail.com.

Frustrating afternoon for Bulls The Mareeba Bulls have recorded their second loss at home this season after a late penalty gave the Edge Hill Tigers a 2-1 win, in a match where the home side looked the better for majority of the 90 minutes. The Bulls went into the match on the back of last weekends bye, meanwhile the Tigers came up the hill smarting from the 5-1 loss to the Rangers. Despite the Tigers coming out early trying to physically push the Bulls around, the homeside settled and looked the better side. But against the run of play, the away side did take the lead, but the Bulls hit back almost immediately with Leon Perosini scoring his second of the campaign, finishing off well at the back post from a Steven Cater cross. The home side continued to boss the Tigers around the park, but were unable to find the go ahead goal, until the away side

broke the heart of the Bulls supporters converting from the penalty spot with only minutes left on the clock giving them their first win of the season. The Bulls reserves side recorded their second win the season with another impressive performance coming away with a 5-0 drubbing over the Tigers. The young reserves are beginning to find their feet in the competition and were boosted with Damian Wildman returning and scoring three goals. The ladies looked sluggish after their midweek draw with the JCU Strikers and the Tigers raced to a 3-0 lead inside the opening 45 minutes. In the second period the lady Bulls did play some better football, but with tiring legs, the Tigers got a fourth and recorded a 4-0 win over the Bulls in the ladies division. The Bulls youth bounced back from a cou-

with a few injuries, we had a few guys out so I had to do a bit of a re-shuffle before the game but we scored a few tries,” he said. By half time the Gators were already ahead 18 to 10. Coach Wakefield said the win was “a long time coming” but that the boys had been close on many occasions.

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Meanwhile on Friday night away at Edge Hill, the Bulls 2nd division side remained unbeaten with a huge 12-1 win, with Wildman scoring five. The Bulls play away this weekend travelling to Innisfail on Sunday in all four grades. The 2nd division side will play at home this Friday night and the 1st away at Cairns.

Gladiators win first match of the season The Mareeba Gladiators have chalked up their first win of the season after defeating the Mossman Port Douglas Sharks 32 to 26 in a Saturday night home game. A Grade coach Matt Wakefield was thrilled with the win and said his boys were definitely the better team on the night. “We went into the game

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“We’ve played all the top teams now and besides a couple of games when we were down a lot of men, we got close to having a win,” he said. “Last week we just decided to bring things back a peg and go back to basics.” “Hopefully this is the start of things to come.” Coach Wakefield said the win will bring some

confidence to the team going into Round 8 where they will play the Southern Suburbs away in Gordonvale on Saturday night. Wakefield will himself be back out on the field after being sidelined in recent weeks with an injury. “Every team is strong in this comp but they’ve only won one game as well so they’re going to be looking

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