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Crossing over the boundaries of fitness

By Rebecca Wallis

Pushing through the stigma of disability one burpee at a time, Stevie Madell, 22 is fast becoming an inspiration in the world of Crossfit. Stevie, from Mareeba, has Down Syndrome and intellectual impairments, but has a passion for fitness that is fuelled by an unlikely friendship. Two and a half months ago his weekly sessions at Mareeba Swimming Pool were curtailed when it was closed for refurbishment. Keen to keep him active, support worker Trudy Prince from FlexiChoice asked Simon ‘Red’ Cockrem if it would be ok for Stevie to join in one of his Crossfit classes. The results have been overwhelming. “Since he’s been coming here with Red it’s given him a new boost of confidence,” said Stevie’s mum Margaret Madell. “It’s opened new doors for him. The different sorts of training that Red does with him and having everyone else here – he loves it because he’s part of it.” Coach Red Cockrem has taken Stevie under his wing and opened his business – Crossfit HBZ 4880 – for free to him for his weekly sessions. He’s now one of his favourite clients.

“It’s my best day having him here,” said Red. “That’s why I opened Crossfit – it was more to try and change people and put a smile on peoples’ face and to do that, to see the people come in and out with a big smile – you know you’ve made their day.” Stevie completes the same daily set of exercises that everyone else does – using support worker Trudy as a visual aide for each one. “If you show him, he’s very good at picking things up,” said Red. “He comes in and just kills it.” Crossfit HBZ 4880 has been open in Mareeba for two and half years and is capitalising on the worldwide popularity of Crossfit. Unlike a gym the exercises are based around strength and conditioning consisting of constantly varied functional movements performed at high intensity. “Everyone can give it a go, we even have classes now for mums and kids who are all loving the community feel that crossfit offers, said Red. “If you really have a passion for something and then you have a group of people who are passionate as well, that can feel so good and that’s why he loves coming here,” said Margaret.

Coach ‘Red’ Simon Cockrem with Stevie Madell, his support worker Trudy Prince and fellow Crossfitter Nadine Mitchell.

Bulk billing GPs to remain at hospital Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service (CHHHS) last week confirmed that a bulkbilled GP service will remain at Mareeba Hospital for the time being, although they cannot confirm whether this will continue indefinitely. Funding from the Council of Australian Governments (COAG) was due to

run out at the end of this month but after an extensive consultation process with the Mareeba community and stakeholders, they have confirmed that the service will remain for now. The service will be situated in the same location as the clinic currently operated by Mareeba Hospital but will be independently

owned and operated by Amaroo Medical. Cheryl Harneshfeger from Amaroo Medical told The Express last month she wanted to offer an interim solution to the community before her own Community Clinic opened next year. A spokesperson from CHHHS said contractual arrangements “had not been finalised” and that

they could not confirm whether the service will continue beyond the opening of Amaroo’s Community Clinic which will offer pension card holders a bulk-billing GP service. “During this process we have examined several models of care to ensure improved primary health care services for the people of Mareeba and this

is a great example of how working together can help achieve a positive outcome,” said Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service Chief Executive Clare Douglas. “Hospitals are best placed to provide acute care. The new clinic will provide primary care services and the two facilities will work closely to ensure

the people of Mareeba receive the best possible health care.” The Health Service held a number of meetings in Mareeba along with Northern Queensland Primary Health Network (NQPHN). Ms Douglas said arrangements are currently being finalised for the clinic, and further details would be available soon.

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Racing into the Annuals By Rebecca Wallis

Dust off your hat and shine up your shoes, this weekend Mareeba Turf Club will come alive with fashionable fillies and anxious punters hoping for a win at the glitzy Mareeba Annuals race day. Over 1000 people are expected to make their way to Mareeba Turf Club for what is one of the most exciting race days on the local calendar. “It’s a very prestigious event,” said John Thurlow from the Turf Club. “People come from all over to watch the races and take part as we have the $10,000 prize.” The five race meet includes the hotly contested Mareeba Annuals Cup – a prize that local trainer Alex Maliff is hoping to get his hands on. Mr Malliff will have two or three horses running on the day and one in the Cup. “I’d love to win the Cup – I’ve won one as an owner before but not as a trainer,” he said.

“I’ve won a Malanda Cup and an Atherton Cup – so one from here would just be the icing on the cake.” Mr Malliff has been a horse trainer for three years and was previously a refrigeration mechanic. “As soon as I bought shares in my first racehorse that was it for me,” he said. “I worked as a strapper for 10 years then I decided to get my trainers license.” Mr Malliff says maiden runner Canon King will be “hard to beat”, not that his confidence will do much to stop the nerves from kicking in on the day. “I don’t deal with nerves very well,” he laughed. “I played football a lot in my younger years and I have never felt nerves like I get at races. It’s like having the weight of the world on your shoulders – not just for the owners but all of the punters having bet on your horse as well. It’s really stressful.” But not all eyes will be on the horses on the day. Fashions on the Field brings out some of the best dressed ladies and gents in

Constable stood down A 50-year-old constable from the Far North District has been stood down from official duty with the Queensland Police Service and will be tasked to perform non-operational duties. The officer has been issued with a Notice to Appear before the Mareeba Magistrates Court for off duty conduct concerning alleged offences against the Weapons Act 1990

and Explosives Regulation 2003. In keeping with our commitment to high standards of behaviour, transparency and accountability, we have undertaken to inform the public when an officer faces serious allegations of misconduct. This does not mean that the allegations against the officer have been substantiated.

the region and is the highlight of the annuals every year. Dimbulah racegoer Whitney Sugden-Smith, 20, is excited for this weekend’s event. “I can’t wait for the Annuals,” she said. “It's such a fun event to see beautiful horses and catch up with so many people.” Whitney is no stranger to competition on and off the track as she has previously worked as a racehorse strapper and is now a regular entrant in the local fashions comps. She is also a keen horse rider, competing locally in show horse events on her beautiful exracehorse, Teddy. She will be just one of many racegoers this weekend hoping to go home with a winners sash and one of the prizes generously donated by local businesses. Categories include kids, couples, ladies, gents and a millinery award. Anyone looking to take part should head to the main stage between the second and third races. Gates open at 11am and entry is $10 for adults.

Former strapper and now Fashions on the Field entrant Whitney Sugden-Smith is excited for this Saturday’s Mareeba Annuals.

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Two FNQ beauties vie for Queen title

By Rebecca Wallis

TWO Tableland women will this weekend be vying for the title of Rodeo Queen of Australia alongside entrants from around the country in a star-studded Gold Coast ceremony. Cherie Bramich from Herberton and Brooke Buckingham from Dimbulah have spent months preparing for the event which will propel them to national fame and the chance to take part in one of the world’s biggest rodeos – the Calgary Stampede. The girls will be judged

on how well they represent the sport of rodeo and throughout this week will be assessed on horse riding skills, their personality and how they conduct themselves in public. The experience will be a huge eye-opener for 19-year-old Brooke. “I’ve never been to the Gold Coast before and I’ve never been ice skating or to a theme park so I’m really excited,” she said. “I just want to get there and enjoy myself.” Brooke is no stranger to the rodeo scene. An accomplished barrel racer in her own right, she is also

the granddaughter of Les Buckingham who won no less than 23 national rodeo titles and was inducted into the Rodeo Hall of Fame. She wants to become the next Australian Rodeo Queen to increase the image of rodeo. “So many people don’t really understand how passionate we are about it,” she said. “I want people to realise our animals are well taken care of and that it is such a welcoming sport.” For Cherie Bramich, 34, this won’t be her first stab at the title. The mum of one from

Herberton is the current Runner Up Rodeo Queen of Australia and ambassador for the North Queensland Bull Riding Series. Currently studying a diploma in youth work, Cherie is passionate about everything the rodeo stands for. “The Quest provides a life changing experience, creates new friends and opens up many opportunities to promote such a great sport,” she said. During the Quest entrants are required to raise $5000 to be eligible for the title of Australian Rodeo Queen. There are other

titles within the competition including 1st Runner Up, 2nd Runner up and 3rd Runner Up, Miss Horsemanship and Miss Fundraiser. Over the past 12 months the girls have taken part in activities including a three day ‘queen camp’ in NSW visiting the Australian heritage rodeo museum. During the camp the girls learnt about deportment, public speaking, how to organise grand entries and interviewing techniques. This week they are taking part in ice skating, visiting Movie World and Time Zone.

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218 businesses respond to power survey Businesses have responded strongly to a request to have their say on the impact of rising electricity bills on their business and their community. Coordinator of the Queensland Electricity Users Network (QEUN) Jennifer Brownie said it was

encouraging to see such a diverse range of Mareeba businesses keen to voice their opinion on electricity costs. “Our target is 200 businesses in each of four council areas in regional Queensland. The survey was launched in Mareeba

and surpassed the target with 218 responses,” Ms Brownie said. The QEUN will provide the ACCC with a report on the Mareeba survey results. “There is a perception by government and policy makers that only certain types of businesses are af-

fected by rising electricity bills,” said Ms Brownie. “We wanted to dispel this myth by demonstrating that bills are impacting on a range of businesses. The QEUN has now launched the survey in Mt Isa, the Whitsundays and the Southern Downs.

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Local farming innovators up for award Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association (MDFVGA) president Joe Moro, Visy Mareeba sales manager Wayne McKeich, MDFVGA treasurer Gerard Kath and Landmark Mareeba/Tolga branch manager Thomas Mugford discuss the nominees in this year’s Charlie Nastasi Horticultural Farmer of the Year Award.

FOUR trailblazing farmers from the Mareeba area have been nominated in this year’s Charlie Nastasi Horticultural Farmer of the Year Award. Held annually by the Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Growers’ Association (MDFVGA), the award aims to continue the legacy of the late Mr Nastasi by recognising outstanding innovation and exceptional leadership in

the horticultural industry across the Atherton Tablelands and Lakeland area. Matthew Perkes, Elio Quintieri, Sam Collins and Jose Caamano have all been nominated for this year’s Award, each bringing their own unique innovation and leadership to the industry. The panel comprises of MDFVGA president Joe Moro, MDFVGA treasurer Gerard Kath, Landmark Mareeba/Tolga branch

manager Thomas Mugford and Visy Mareeba sales manager Wayne McKeich. Mr Moro said the high calibre of this year’s nominees for the Award would make it difficult to pick a winner. “Each nominee brings something unique to the local horticultural industry and should be congratulated for leading the way in their respective areas,” he said. “We’ve had some out-

standing nominees in the past and this year will be no different.” Mr Moro said horticultural innovation was crucial to driving the industry forward in the 21st century. “In order to remain competitive, our industry must be able to overcome any future challenges,” he said. The winner will be announced at the annual MDFVGA gala dinner this Friday night in Mareeba.

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The moment Sue and Gary sat face to face for the filming of the episode and (inset) Sue found the experience incredibly moving.

Face to face with ex on TV A Mareeba woman who had been estranged from her husband of 33 years last week appeared on an SBS TV show experimenting with the powerful effects of eye contact. Based on the studies of neuroscientists, the six-part documentary series has pairs of estranged people meet again, without speaking, to look each other in the eye to see if the encounter can lead to a rapprochement. Hosted by Ray Martin, ‘Look me in the eye’

launched last week with local woman Sue appearing in the first episode. “It was intense,” said Sue who separated from her husband Gary and wanted to reconcile. “Our relationship is so much better now. He wouldn’t even speak to me before but now he does and we’re seeing how it goes.” Sue said she saw a plea by Ray Martin for people to be involved in the show and it was 18 months in the making before filming took place in Sydney two

months ago. Producers filmed her at home in Mareeba talking about the breakdown of her marriage to police officer Gary and how she regretted walking away three years ago. The showed aired on Wednesday night and viewers watched as Sue broke down in tears as she sat silently opposite her ex-husband. “It was really amazing,” she said. “I just looked at him and could see everything from

our past and all the wonderful times we had. It was beautiful.” The couple chose to re-enter the room and talk through the experience, ultimately agreeing to try again to rekindle their relationship. Speaking to The Express after the show aired, Sue said that the experience had helped to reconnect the pair but that their relationship was a work in progress. The episode is available for viewing on SBS on Demand.

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Learning and fun in the great outdoors

Kindy kids at QT’s Early Learning Centre in Mareeba enjoyed their outdoor classroom last week.

QT’s Early Learning Centre in Mareeba was one of almost 2000 primary and kindergarden schools across the nation that spent last Thursday enjoying Australia’s first Outdoor Classroom Day. Over 200,000 kids took part in the experiment to help increase the amount of time kids spend playing outdoors. Research has shown that an overwhelming number of Australian children spend less than two hours of play outside more than a third less than previous generations. OMO has partnered with NGO Nature Play to bring Australia’s first na-

tional Outdoor Classroom Day, as part of its “Dirt is Good” campaign, which has put the spotlight on the importance of outdoor play in children’s development. Griffin Longley, CEO of Nature Play says, “Teachers and parents and anyone who values the importance of outdoor play for kids can still get involved. Classes can be taken all year round, so encourage your child’s school to learn more about outdoor play everyone can do something to make sure children across Australia experience the significant benefits of playing and learning outdoors now and for their future.”

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The Christmas raffle is the Mareeba Lions biggest fundraising event of the year. Last year the Mareeba Lions Christmas Raffle raised over $10,000 for distribution to worthy local, national and international causes. Tickets are now available from John and Delsi and all Lions and Lioness members. If your Club or Association would like to raise funds in conjunction with Lions an opportunity exists to sell Christmas Raffle tickets and retain a percentage of your sales. If any Club is interested in taking advantage of this opportunity please contact one of the Lions members for more information. We are very proud to be part of the international Lions family. The Lions Clubs International Foundation was set up in 1968 to direct charitable grants to worthwhile humanitarian causes. Since 1968 L.C.I.F. has approved grants of over US$1billion. That is certainly something to be proud of. Mareeba Lions was Chartered in 1959 and has been an important part of the community ever since. On Friday, August 25, Hurricane Harvey made its way ashore on the central Gulf Coast of Texas with winds of 125 miles per hour. The nearly 17 million residents in the path of the storm will be dealing with the aftermath for weeks and possibly months to come. Lions Clubs International has responded with emergency catastrophe grant in the amount of US$100,000. The grant will allow Lions in the area of impact to provide life-saving supplies of food, water, blankets and other necessities. We never know when or where disaster will strike. But when it does, LCIF emergency and major catastrophe grants enable local Lions to respond, making an immediate impact in the hardest hit areas – around the world. Don’t forget, if you or a family member have unused eye glasses Lions recycle them. Just lately, the recycled eyeglasses have been sent to Papua New Guinea with the YWAM ship, Vanuatu with Vanuatu Amputee Association, Africa with the Nations Ministries Limited and South Africa with Rotary Club of Mooloolaba Inc. On average Mareeba Lions collects and distributes 1000 pair of used eyeglasses every year. Although membership of Lions is by invitation you are invited to enquire about joining this great international humanitarian organisation. It is not hard to become a Lion. Fellowship, Good times, Meeting people, Building lasting friendships, Service to the community, Learning new skills, Leadership and personal development - these are some of the reasons we are the Lions. Lions meet in Mareeba at the Mareeba RSL at 6.30 pm on the first and third Wednesday of the month. Check us out at www.mareeba.qld.lions.org.au

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Tanya Flemming and Heidi Brennan from Atherton Midwives and Mothers Alliance testing out the birthing pool that was on display at the Expo.

Pregnancy, Baby and Child Expo

Destiny’s Church in Atherton was home to the Tablelands’ first Pregnancy, Baby and Child Expo on the weekend. Over 45 stalls were on display on Saturday morning offering parents and parents-to-be information and services from local or-

ganisations and businesses including the Scouts, The Body Shop, Jubilee Christian College, massage therapists and birth experts. The expo is the brain child of Juana, the head of Mothers of Pre-Schoolers (MOPS) for the Atherton area. MOPS is an inter-

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national organisation that creates a space for mums to have some much needed social time which includes support, education and a time that children can get entertained away from mum that allows those mums a much needed break, The expo was main-

ly a fund raiser for the local MOPS group. “There isn’t any other specific expo on the Tablelands that promotes the great variety and array of local businesses and services that cater to the needs of families in this area,“ said Juana.

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The LAND Workshops will improve farm safety Queensland’s agricultural industries are working together to help farm businesses reduce risks and increase efficiency and compliance through a one-day workshop in Mareeba on October 17. The Workplace Essentials workshops, funded by the Queensland Government and coordinated through the Queensland Agriculture Workforce Network (QAWN), will focus on providing farm employers and team leaders with practical information and resources to enhance workplace health and safety and people management skills. Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) President Stuart Armitage encouraged farm businesses to take advantage of the subsidised training specifically tailored for farm employers and employees. “There are approximately 1700 workplace injuries within agriculture per year. This is unacceptable and why we want to help farm businesses get up-to-speed on their safety obligations. “It is important that all levels of farm leadership are aware of their obligations and the practices that can be adopted to better control risks and prevent future workplace acci-

dents. “These workshops are a clear example of industry proactively addressing sector wide workplace health and safety issues.” The last round of Workplace Essentials workshops, which focused on employment management practices and compliance, were a resounding success attracting more than 230 participants statewide. “Feedback indicated that farm employers wanted the next series to focus not only on workplace health and safety but also supervisory skills. These elements are all covered in the upcoming workshops that aim to provide farm frontline staff with a much clearer understanding of workplace health and safety obligations regulations, supervisor responsibilities, performance management, and how to managing bullying and conflict constructively,” said Mr Armitage. The Mareeba workshop will be held at the Jackaroo Motel on October 17, from 8:45am to 4:00pm. More information and registration is available on the QFF website: http://www.qff.org.au/ projects/rural-jobs-skillsalliance/queensland-agricultural-workforce-network-qawn/

Construction of the $75 million Green Power Plant at Tableland Mill is progressing well. Work on the major component, the boiler, will start soon.

Construction starts on green energy power plant

Civil works for MSF Sugar’s new $75 million green energy power plant at the Tableland Mill have been completed, paving the way for work to start on the major component – a highpressure boiler which will turn biomass waste into energy. Construction of the plant started in May of this year and is on track to be completed by July 2018.

The plant will use a 100 per cent renewable sugarcane fibre, known as bagasse, to produce 24 megawatts of electricity – enough to power every house in the Tableland region. MSF Sugar Tableland Green Energy Power Plant Project Manager, Mark Magnanini, said the first shipment of fabricated structural steel was ex-

SUGAR REPORTS MOSSMAN MILL CRUSHING STATISTICS WEEK 13 Mossman mill plant availability was on budget for Week 13 along with the weekly throughput. The factory processed 45,686 tonnes of cane at an average crushing rate of 324 tonnes/hour. Downtime for the week was for the Prepared Cane Elevator chain wedged in the runners, the break in the No.1 Mill Pressure Feeder chain and the bearing failure on the Rotary Cush Screen. The process house is the current restriction to crushing rate with the higher CCS levels. • Total for week: 45,686 tonnes • CCS for week: 14.14 • Total cane crushed to date: 510,777 tonnes • CCS average to date: 12.69 • 2017 crop estimate: 930,000 tonnes

TABLELAND MILL CRUSHING STATISTICS WEEK 14 To date the mill has crushed 399,113 tonnes with a season to date CCS of 13.67. • Total for week: 29,520 tonnes • CCS for week: 14.86 • Total cane crushed to date: 369,593 tonnes • CCS average to date: 13.67 • 2017 crop estimate: 730,000 tonnes

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pected to arrive on site in early September and would be used to construct the plant’s heart, a biomassfired 87 bar high pressure boiler. “With all of the design and engineering now complete, the team’s excited to be moving into the construction phase,” Mr Magnanini said. He said project team members would travel to

Thailand in September to start detailed planning around training, operation and maintenance with parent company, Mitr Phol. As the cornerstone of MSF Sugar’s move into the biofuels industry, the power plant is attracting interest from all sectors of the community. The story behind the plant – and the vision to transform MSF Sugar into

a modern, integrated sugarcane business – will be the focus of the September meeting of the Cairns Chamber of Commerce. MSF Sugar’s Chief Executive Officer, Mike Barry, and General Manager Business Development, Hywel Cook, will deliver a presentation on the company’s future and what it means for Far North Queensland this weekend.

MAREEBA LIVEWEIGHT CATTLE

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

HIGHEST 249.2 214.2 199.2 249.2 194.2 251.2

STORE QUOTES STORE STEERS STORE HEIFERS COWS & CALVES STORE BULLS STORE MALES

HIGHEST 316.2 256.2 NO QUOTE NO QUOTE NO QUOTE

LOWEST 226.2 160.2 188.2 170.2 133.2 150.2

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

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

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" Building a Better Future Together" COMMUNITY UPDATE Principal's MESSAGE 23, produced two draft statements that we will be getting more feedback on. The draft focus that was decided on was:

Better education and employment outcomes for young people: Students engaged in their learning, students valuing education. From this statement, further consultation will happen with community feedback sessions to be organised each month for all interested community members. They will occur at different places around Mareeba and you are invited to make contributions that will assist us in achieving our focus. Community has been a big focus for us at Mareeba State High School. The partnership between Mareeba State School and the High School has resulted in us sharing a plan for how we want community to be more involved with us as a P–12 approach. Dr George Otero from the Relational Institute in New Mexico has been to Mareeba to do two workshops to get us started. The open community event on August 14 and the follow up on August

Valuing the positives that students do at Mareeba State High School has been the focus of the ROLStar program. “Catching” students doing the right thing is the focus which has seen over 1500 positives handed out to students in the first 3 weeks of operation. There are so many great students at Mareeba State High School. ROLStar program allows us to recognise them.

Scott Whybird

2018 ENROLMENTS

“The right choice for your child!”

Enrolments are now being taken for Year 6 students entering High School in 2018. Enrolment Packages are now available from the main office. Bookings for Enrolment interviews are now being taken. Please contact the school office on 4086 2777 (option #4)

The following Prizes are open to all students who will be enrolling at Mareeba State High School in Year 7 in 2018. Applications are available from the School Website and Administration Office at the school. Applications deadline— Friday 6th October 2017

Dr Murray Towne English Prize: There are two (2) English Prizes (each $300.00) Mareeba Theatre Group Prize: (1 Prize of $300) The Music House Instrumental Prize: (1 Prize of $300) Priceline Pharmacy Community Spirit Prize: (1 Prize of $300) Mr Bruce Leighton Mathematics/Science Prize: (2 Prizes each $300 – one for Maths, one for Science)

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entertainment New movies just in time for the holidays

The holidays are only a few days away and it's time for the fun to begin at the Rising Sun Cinema. There are two great new shows on screen this week – CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS: THE FIRST EPIC MOVIE – rated G, is suitable for all ages. For anyone that enjoys a light hearted and hilarious time, this one should do the trick. Next up is the THE HITMAN'S BODYGUARD – an excellent comedy thriller with Ryan Reynolds, Samuel L Jackson and Gary Oldman. While the crime comedy LUCKY LOGAN, the romantic comedy THE BIG SICK and the action mystery thriller ATOMIC BLONDE all show one last time this Wednesday, September 13. hire. Under those circum- to put aside their grudges, spouse, while contemplatCAPTAIN UNDERPANTS: THE stances, Bryce would do in a non-stop concerto for ing and figuring out who he anything to prove his worth bullets really is and what he truly FIRST EPIC MOVIE Two overly imaginative pranksters named George and Harold hypnotize their principal into thinking he's a ridiculously enthusiastic, incredibly dimwitted superhero named Captain Underpants.

THE HITMAN'S BODYGUARD

With his reputation in tatters after a painfully unsuccessful delivery of a distinguished Japanese client, former triple-A executive protection agent, Michael Bryce, two long years after the disgraceful incident, is now reduced to a mere second-class bodyguard for

MareebaRSL

DAILY SPECIALS! Monday Night

with Cairns Duo

$15 CARRIZMA

Beer Battered Fish, Chips & Salad – Complimentary Schooner of Yenda

Tuesday Night

FREE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT!

$17

200g Rump, Chips, Salad & Topper – Complimentary Schooner of Great Northern

Wednesday Night

$17

Sunday Night

$15

THIS FRIDAY 15TH SEPTEMBER

Sunday night Roast Carvery

Kids 12 & under Eat FREE with every adult!

LAST FRIDAY WITH ‘DR ROCK’ FROM 8PM!

– Friday 29th September –

Two brothers attempt to pull off a heist during a NASCAR race in North Carolina.

THE BIG SICK

Kumail (Kumail Nanjiani), in the middle of becoming a budding stand-up comedian, meets Emily (Zoe Kazan). Meanwhile, a sudden illness sets in forcing Emily to be put into a medically-induced coma. Kumail must navigate being a comedian, dealing with tragic illness, and placating his family's desire to let them fix him up with a

believes.

ATOMIC BLONDE

The crown jewel of Her Majesty's Secret Intelligence Service, Agent Lorraine Broughton (Theron) is equal parts spycraft, sensuality and savagery, willing to deploy any of her skills to stay alive on her impossible mission. Sent alone into Berlin to deliver a priceless dossier out of the destabilized city, she partners with embedded station chief David Percival (James McAvoy) to navigate her way through the deadliest game of spies. Birder and bird photographer Ian Boyd will present a ‘Night of Birds’ in Malanda.

NOW SCREENING! CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS (G)

THU 14th: 10.30am, 5.30pm FRI 15th: 10.30am, 5.30pm SAT 16th: 10.30am, 3.30pm SUN 17th: 11.00am, 4.00pm MON 18th: 10.30am, 3.00pm TUE 19th: 10.30am, 5.30pm

 NEW

THE HITMAN'S BODYGUARD (MA)

LOGAN LUCKY (M)

WED 13th: 1.00pm, 5.45pm

ATOMIC BLONDE (MA)

WED 13th: 10.30am

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

THE BIG SICK (M) WED 13th: 3.30pm

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Night of Northern birds in Malanda

Ultimate Life Line Presented Daily by Pastor Luke Stuart How does our understanding or God and the choices we make affest our lives? Pastor Luke address our need for freedom, healing and peace and the Ultimate Life Line offered to all.

FROM SATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER TO SATURDAY 23RD SEPTEMBER • Saturday Programs Start at 11am • Sunday to Friday Programs Start at 7pm HELD AT THE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 9 MARTIN AVENUE, MAREEBA Phone Pastor Eddie Hastie on 4092 3406 for more information PAGE 12 The Express, Wednesday, September 13, 2017

LUCKY LOGAN

Your club in the heart of town!

THU 14th: 12.30pm, 7.30pm FRI 15th: 12.30pm, 7.30pm SAT 16th: 1.00pm, 7.30pm SUN 17th: 1.00pm, 6.00pm MON 18th: 12.30pm, 7.30pm TUE 19th: 12.30pm, 7.30pm

Chicken Schnitzel, Chips, Salad & Topper – Complimentary Schooner of Lazy Yak

once again, and as a result, it won't be long before he accepts an offer from Interpol to escort the renowned international assassin Darius Kincaid from Manchester to the Hague. The task seems simple: Bryce only needs to transport the contract killer from point A to point B, nevertheless, Kincaid, as the only one with the guts and enough hard evidence to testify against a tyrannical Belarusian dictator, is an obvious target, while the trip to the Netherlands is long and hazardous. Without a doubt, this a race against the clock as the mismatched duo will have

Looking at our life choices,our picture of God, our need for freedom, healing and peace and the Ultimate Life Line offered to all!

Have you ever wondered what those eerie calls are late at night? There are many birds that are active at night and while we may not see them, we can easily hear them. Some make screeches, barks, chuckles and whistles as part of their nocturnal activities. One makes a sound like a falling bomb. Birdlife Northern Queensland invites all interested in birds to join them for an evening of ‘night birds’. Special guest is Ian Boyd, a birder and bird photographer, who has been studying night birds for years. He was President of Birdlife Townsville for many years and has led

many nocturnal surveys across northern Australia and elsewhere. On Thursday September 14, Ian will be making a free public presentation to Birdlife Northern Queensland. The talk will feature photography (and calls) of our many night birds and he will also be sharing his experiences with the birds. This will be an entertaining evening designed to enjoy and learn about our night birds. Held on Thursday September 14, the night starts at 7.30pm at the Malanda Hotel. For more information contact Peter Valentine on 4096 6171.

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

Amaroo welcomes new display home amaroo welcomes the new Ashlee Jones Homes display home, located at 6 Jannali Ct. Ashlee Jones Homes have constructed a custom designed lovingly called the “Jannali.” The Jannali is the ultimate in Far North Queensland living and will captivate you with its optimum blend of luxury finishes, high end designer kitchen and bathrooms and clever floor plan. This magnificent display home features all of the premium finishes you would expect from an award-winning builder. Meticulously crafted to showcase the superior workmanship, collaboration and designer inclusions that Ashlee Jones are renowned for. Four bedrooms, a stunning media room, state of the art kitchen with the highest quality appliance and inno-

vations. Extraordinary bathrooms, master bedroom and ensuite compliment the design perfectly. Add a flow through living and dining experience all effortlessly connected to the spacious alfresco area. View the “ JANNALI” this weekend, or any week day by appointment. The team will be there to chat about their exciting range of designs, custom designing something special to meet your needs, plus a range of house and land packages. Amaroo sales office is open at the same time to assist you with all of your land purchases, and our new stage, Dandaloo is now available to discuss and purchase off the plan. Open 10am to 3pm, Saturday to Sunday or call Deb on 0409 321 000. Visit www.amarooestate.com.au

Easy flowing lifestyle in Mareeba

Open Home

ay this Saturd 10am-11am

This well designed home will tick all the boxes for a family looking for a new place to settle in. Features include... • Four bedrooms • Two bathrooms • Tiled living areas • Air-conditioning throughout • 1000m2 block • Spacious verandah • Irrigation • Established gardens • Solar power • Roomy backyard Securely fenced for Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

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children and pets this immaculate home is ideal for the busy family wanting space and low maintenance at the same time. View at the open home this Saturday or contact exclusive agent Norma Moloney on 0417 541 126 at Ray White Mareeba for more information or to arrange a private inspection.

9 Best St, MAREEBA $372,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Norma Moloney Ray White Mareeba 0417 541 126

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PROPERTY Impeccable, affordable and full of character

You can't beat the warmth and charm of a timber home and this one is as neat as a pin, affordably priced and very well positioned in a quiet end of town only moments from shops and conveniences. It's immaculately maintained and recently painted, with the kitchen and bathroom tastefully updated as well as offering front and rear timber decks to enjoy the morning and afternoon shade whilst overlooking the gardens. Attributes include: • Three bedrooms (two with built-ins) two bathrooms and two car accommodation • Smart timber kitchen and stylish updated bathroom • Downstairs storage room with built-in cupboards and second toilet Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

• Front and rear timber decks – rear deck with laundry and shower amenities • 3m x 6m zincalume shed, plus 3m x 6m lockable lean-to • Second 3m x 6m garden shed and two bay carport • Fully fenced 1049m2 allotment with private gardens and vegetable plots It's a must to inspect – perfect for first homebuyers, those wishing to downsize and move closer to town or investors alike. For further information or to arrange a private inspection please call exclusive agent Joe Torrisi on 0417 700 468.

MAREEBA $254,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Joe Torrisi Joe Torrisi Real Estate 0417 700 468

Close to CBD and school CHEWKO RD INDUSTRIAL OPPORTUNITY

• 2 FREEHOLD TITLES, TOTAL LAND SIZE 4140M2 • APPROX. 26M X 15M SHED, SERVICE PIT, 3 PHASE • SHOWER/TOILET FACILITIES, DEMOUNTABLE OFFICE • LOADING RAMP, FENCED, TOWN WATER & SEWERAGE

$600,000 + GST

SOPHIE BOZZO 0428 128 154

WWW.JOETORRISI.COM.AU

MAREEBA REAL ESTATE AGENCIES FO

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Sale LOVE WHERE YOU LIVE!

VACANT 1000m INDUSTRIAL ALLOTMENT 2

CONSTRUCT A NEW SHED FOR A NEW BUSINESS VENTURE OR ADDITIONAL INVESTMENT, CORNER POSITION WITH 2 FRONTAGES AT ATHERTON INDUSTRIAL ESTATE.

$117,000 4092 1556

7 Hort Street, Mareeba

www.mareeba4880realestate.com.au

Superbly positioned, this beautiful home enjoys a wonderful setting, with only one close neighbour and acreage views to the other. • Immaculate 3 bedroom plus study, open plan living • Modern kitchen, tiles, outdoor area, s/screens • Ensuite & walk-in robe in the master bedroom • 1003m2 fenced block, large shed, side access • 5kw grid connected solar panel system Price $365,000

Exclusive Agent John Goncalves 0407 690 961

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TWO bedroom timber/ cladded home with sleepout, plus sewing room, modern kitchen and dining room with separate lounge, One bathroom, separate toilet, storage space plus large three bay shed and smaller storage shed/workshop and carport. Close proximity to

CBD and school. Contact Mareeba Real Estate Agencies on 4092 1556, Mark GalAddress: Price: Agent: Contact:

lo or 0428 121 520 or Lynette Tahir on 0427 153 868. Email the team at mrea4880@ qld.chariot.net.au

MAREEBA NOW $205,000 Mareeba Real Estate Agencies 0428 121 520 or 0427 153 868

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PROPERTY

A great family and animal lifestyle www.4880.com.au

This 87-acre property is conveniently located approximately 20 minutes from the centre of Mareeba, which would even suit an everyday town commuter looking for a rural lifestyle. Property Features include: • Well maintained three bedroom main residence • Fully boundary

fenced some internal fencing • Portable steel cattle yards with loading ramp and crush • Cemented shed with toilet, bath and kitchenette • Liveable container with patio and outdoor kitchen • Large irrigation dam gravity fed from channel • Underground water

mains servicing 90% of property • 16 megs water allocation/gravity fed domestic water • Option to purchase extra water available •Sealed road frontage with school bus at front gate Large lifestyle acreages like this one are becoming hard to find within an easy daily

tion and an inspection please call marketing agent Andrew Rogato on 0418 183 444. www.4880.com. informa- au/1P1883

commute to town, but this block offers much more than location and well worth a viewing. For

more Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

MUTCHILBA $690,000 NEG Andrew Rogato Rogato Real Estate 0418 183 444

24 Karobean Drive, Mareeba

GREAT FAMILY HOME AT AMAROO PARK!

• Only 12 Months Old • Metres From Medical Centre • 5 Minutes To CBD • 4 Bedrooms With Ensuite • Double Bay Shed • 1322m2 Fully Fenced Block

$449,000 NEG - ID#1P2171 Andrew Rogato 0418 183 444

4092 5255

AUCTION 20 DARRELL RD, DIMBULAH Lot 265 HG305

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20 DARRELL RD, DIMBULAH

• 35.6ha – Freehold • 100mgl Water Allocation from Channel, 2mgl Domestic • Property entrance only 200 metres from Burke Development Road • Located 5 minutes from Dimbulah • North faceing aspect • Excellent soils – Morgenbury (also known as ‘Dimbulah Red’) • River ﬂat has Walsh River Loam Soil • Approx 980m of Walsh River Frontage • 6 inch Underground Irrigation through centre of property and a separate 6 inch Valve, Riser and Metre on Walsh River ﬂat • Machinery list available to interested parties

AUCTION: Friday 22nd September (If not sold prior) TIME: 11am VENUE: Dimbulah Soccer Club TERMS: 10% Deposit with settlement on or before 60 days

MICHAEL PIAGNO P: 0400 253 037 • E: michael@gnrealty.com.au www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

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PROPERTY

Mareeba Property Management

Your local rental specialists 2 BEDROOM UNIT CLOSE MAREEBA’S CBD Fans throughout, security screens, single carport, small front patio, no pets and walking distance to town. $265 PER WEEK

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

Quiet family home FOUR bedroom block home with ensuite, fans throughout, airconditioning to main bedroom, built ins, bathtub, large kitchen with walk in pantry, solar hot

MAREEBA PROPERTY OFFICE

EXCLUSIVE

water system, two patios, no rear neighbors, double lock up carport, extra outside bathroom and toilet and strictly no pets. For rent at $370 per week.

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

Address: Price: Agent:

MAREEBA FOR RENT $370 P/W Mareeba Property Management 4092 2111

Contact:

Tropical hideaway

EXCLUSIVE

LARGE BLOCK CLOSE TO TOWN

IDYLLIC RURAL SETTING

• Ready to build on, no covenants • Large 2316m2 with rear fence in place • Town water & power, 5 minutes from town • Level ground with wide street frontage

• 3.16ha Cairns side, horse paddock & yards • 4 bed, 2 bath, built-ins, 2 living areas • Irrigated gardens, inground pool • Permanent creek & riparian water rights

$110,000 NEG

$550,000 NEG

SALLY TEITZEL 0475 777 137

JOHN FALVO 0408 456 344

Cooktown Auction AuctiOneD On-site 155 RAilwAy Avenue COOKTOWN Friday 22nd September, 2017 At 11.00am

Is this the Ultimate Lifestyle Property? An established orchard, small cropping, and cattle grazing. Continue all three activities, or one, or none and do something entirely different – your call. 76 acres all flat country with fertile soil – capable of producing good income. The long Endeavour River frontage and 10 acres of natural scrub attracts a huge variety of birdlife. Bustards breed on the property and are often seen out feeding. House, separate workers accommodation and amenities, three sheds, bores and irrigation lines, fencing. WIWO, all plant and machinery included. For more information, phone or email for a detailed brochure. Owner wants this property sold and will consider offers before auction.

Dan Kerridge – REIQ Member

Fully Licensed Real Estate Agent and Auctioneer Cooktown Resident – Licensed Agent PO Box 902, Cooktown Q 4895 0438 982 577 dan.kerridge@raywhite.com raywhitemiddlepark.com.au

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Surrounded by five acres of lush forestry, this architecturally designed steel frame home offers complete privacy. Overlooking the manicured gardens this home is the perfect tropical hideaway only 40 minutes from Port Douglas. Features include: • Open plan living and dining with gas heater and reverse cycle air conditioning • Galley style kitchen with four burner gas cook top, ILVE appliances and dishwasher • Timber bi-fold doors

opening out onto the large entertainment deck • Main bedroom with ensuite (shower and bath) and walk in robe • Remaining bedrooms are generous in size • Separate living quarters with living area, bedroom and bathroom could double as a man cave, teenagers retreat or granny flat. • Easy care gardens boasting rock water way, paths, timber bridge, tropical plants and palms. • Fruit trees on the

property include: avocado, mango, passion fruit, cacao, orange, lemon and plum • New bore pump • 22,500L water tank If you're looking for the perfect lifestyle change, you cannot pass up this opportunity to secure your own piece Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

of paradise. Escape the hustle and bustle of today with the perfect Julatten hideaway. For further information or to arrange an inspection, please contact Carmen Cassin at Mareeba Property Office on 0475 777 136.

JULATTEN $POA Carmen Cassin Mareeba Property Office 0475 777 136

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Expresso 

Your Weekly Horoscopes March 21 to Apr 20 Aries

Don’t hesitate to make special plans just for two. Be honest with yourself before getting involved with someone who is likely to lead you on. Organize your day to avoid any setbacks that might ignite temper flare-ups.

Taurus

ak e r b a e k a T and relax!

Wednesday 13th

Thursday 14th

Friday 15th

Saturday 16th

Tide Times 0324 1.81 0946 1.05 1644 2.41 2312 1.27

Tide Times 0448 1.92 1049 0.87 1741 2.65

Tide Times 0000 1.07 0546 2.08 1142 0.68 1830 2.86

Tide Times 0038 0.88 0635 2.24 1229 0.52 1914 3.02

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Max 32o Min 16o

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Max 29o Min 17o

Tide Times 0114 0.73 0719 2.39 1311 0.40 1954 3.10

Tide Times 0149 0.63 0759 2.50 1351 0.35 2029 3.10

Tide Times 0222 0.58 0834 2.56 1428 0.39 2100 3.01

Max 29o Min 20o

Cheesy Quinoa Zucchini Fritters

April 21 to May 21

Method 1. Place zucchini in a Colander and toss with 1/2 teaspoon salt.Let stand 10 minutes then wring zucchini dry with paper towel.2. Combine water and quinoa in a small saucepan; bring to a boil.Reduce quinoa to a simmer; cover and cook for 10 minutes.3. Remove from heat, fluff with fork and let stand ten minutes.4. Place zucchini in a large bowl and add quinoa, egg, garlic, oregano, fresh cheese, and panko crumbs. Season with salt and pepper; mix until thoroughly combined. 5. Heat olive oil in a skillet. 6. Working in batches, add zucchini mixture into skillet, flattening slightly; cook until golden and crisp, about 4 minutes per side. 7. Transfer fritters to a paper towel–lined plate.Serve with yogurt, sour cream or soy sauce.

May 22 to June 21

June 22 to July 22

C R O S S

WORD SEARCH

July 23 to Aug 22

You will be able to dazzle others with your obvious charm and your outgoing nature. Be prepared to jump quickly if you wish to stay in the forefront of your industry this week.

Virgo

Aug 23 - Sept 23

There might be one who is quite willing to take the credit for your work. Remember; talk to them, not at them. Home improvement projects will run smoothly.

Libra

WORD

Sept 24 to Oct 23

You have more than enough on your plate already. Be careful what you consume this week. Don’t let children hold you back from doing things you enjoy. Attend to things that you should have done yesterday.

Scorpio

Nov 23 to Dec 21

Moves or the possibility of having someone different living with you may be difficult at first. You’ll find it easy to deal with government agencies or large institutions. Hold your temper and refrain from doing anything that might cause injury.

Capricorn

ACROSS

Oct 24 to Nov 22

Your high energy will help you through this rather hectic day. You may have a hidden adversary who would love to prove you wrong. You’ll be tempted to spend extravagantly this week.

Sagittarius

Almond

Cannoli

Frozen

Nut

Apple

Cherry

Gelato

Pastry

Baked

Ice

Pie

Bombe

Custard

Jam

Sweet

Brown

Dessert

Lemon

Tart

Cake

Flan

Muffin

Waffle

Puzzle solutions

Dec 22 to Jan 20

You may be uncertain about some of your coworkers and your boss. Be inquisitive about unfamiliar circumstances. Love can be heightened if you sit down and discuss your future plans.

Aquarius

Jan 21 to Feb 19

7. A large, fairly docile wasp which is typically red and yellow or red and black. 8. A woollen cloth woven in one of several patterns of coloured checks and intersecting lines 9. The phloem or vascular tissue of a plant. 10. An edible flat whitish bean. 11. Just behaviour or treatment. 13. The quantitative relation between two amounts. 15. A filled or open sandwich. 16. A painkilling drug or medicine. 18. The smaller number or part, especially a number or part representing less than half of the whole. 19. A length of thick strong cord made by twisting together strands of hemp. 21. Having or showing compassion or benevolence. 22. A cloud of gas and dust in outer

Investments may not be as lucrative as you thought. Go after your goals and don’t be afraid to ask for assistance. Your fight for those less fortunate is not likely to end in sweet victory.

Pisces

Max 25o Min 19o

2 cups grated zucchini, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 cup water, 1/2 cup quinoa, 1 egg, 3 garlic cloves, minced, 1/2-teaspoon dried oregano, 1 cup grated fresh parmigiano-reggiano cheese, 1 cup panko crumbs, salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste, 3 tablespoons olive oil

You will have a tendency to exaggerate, which will lead to major confrontations with loved ones. Refuse to get involved in idle chatter; it will only make you look bad.

Leo

Tuesday 19th

sudokU

You should be able to get a lot done. Don’t trust a deal that looks too good, or a lover who appears to have it all. Investments may not be as lucrative as you thought. Children may be less than honest with you.

Cancer

Monday 18th

Enter digits from 1 to 9 into the blank spaces. Every row must contain one of each digit. So must every column, as must every 3x3 square.

You will have to control the way you feel. You may not be that popular at home but you should be able to shine at social gatherings.

Gemini

Sunday 17th

Max 30o Min 16o

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DOWN 1. A tropical American shrub grown for its leaves, which are the source of cocaine. 2. (of advertising) intended to create prestige rather than immediate sales. 3. An italic typeface or letter. 4. Tread heavily and noisily, typically in order to show anger. 5. In small scattered or sporadic amounts. 6. A holiday. 12. Relating to or characterized by usury; extortionate. 14. Lasting forever. 17. Another term for urticaria. 20. A cloth spread over a coffin, hearse, or tomb.

ORDER YOUR PHOTOS TODAY

Feb 20 to March 20

Do not jump to conclusions concerning your romantic partner. Don’t let others bully you into agreeing with them. Call someone you haven’t seen in a long time.

space, visible in the night sky either as an indistinct bright patch.

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Funeral Notice VITTORI (nee Brandimarte) Chiarina (Chiara) Late of Mareeba. Passed away peacefully on the 8th September 2017. Aged 83 years. Beloved Wife of the late Armando (dec’d). Loving Mother and Mother-in-law of Mary and Marcello, Frank and Wendy, Lucy and Joe. Adored Nonna of Louise and Craig, Robert and Kira, Roseanne and Dennis, Rachelle and Steven, Tegan and Logan. Dearly loved Great Nonna of Marley, Isaiah, Isabella and Hudson. Dearly loved Sister of Nicola, Grazietta (dec’d), Philippo (dec’d), Giuseppina, Antonio and Santina and their families and the Vittori family. Family and friends of CHIARINA (Chiara) are respectfully invited to attend her Requiem Mass which is appointed to move from St Thomas’s Catholic Church, Constance Street, Mareeba tomorrow, Thursday 14th September, 2017 after a service commencing at 1.00pm. At the conclusion of the service, the cortege will then proceed to the Mareeba Cemetery. Donations to Palliative Care, Mareeba Hospital in lieu of flowers would be appreciated.

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

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Jobs Australia Enterprises Ltd. has an amazing fulltime opportunity for a down-to-earth and caring person who has a passion for the horticultural, agricultural and tourism accommodation industries. The Seasonal Worker Programme (SWP) is an aid programme that helps contribute to the economic development of selected Pacific Island countries to work in Australia to help with the shortage of local labour to satisfy seasonal demand. The ongoing expansion of our existing SWP programme is now a prioity. This position is about increasing business and ensuring the pastoral care requirements of our SWP employees are met. WE ARE LOOKING FOR: • A self-starter with excellent communication skills • An ability to market the programme • Undertake pastoral care and associated administrative duties • Excellent organisational skills • Ability to handle pressure • The ability to work flexible hours when required • Undertake significant travel • Build strong productive relationships with our stakeholders and SWP employees An attractive remuneration package is offered including a motor vehicle, mobile phone, laptop and other advantageous salary packaging benefits will be available. For further information, position description and an application package please contact Sally Reed, HR Manager: hr@jobsaustralia.com.au Applications that do not address the selection criteria will not be considered. Applications Close: 24th September, 2017

NOTICE OF IMPOUNDING ABANDONED VEHICLES To the owners of the following apparently abandoned vehicles: YEAR COLOUR MAKE 1999 Green Ford 2000 Gold Daewoo Grey Nissan 1989 White Mazda 1999 Grey Mitsubishi 2005 Silver Hyundai 1992 Silver Honda 1997 White Mazda 2000 White Toyota White Peugeot Blue Ford 2002 Red Mitsubishi 1993 Red Toyota 1987 White Hyundai Gold Ford 1998 Silver Holden 1998 Blue Ford Red Mitsubishi 1996 Red Holden Blue Mitsubishi

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Notice is hereby given that, under the Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act 1995 Section 100, the vehicles listed have been removed from roads within the Local Government area and have been detained by Council. The vehicles listed (unless owners claim possession) will be offered for sale by public auction at a date to be advised at the Mareeba Shire Council Depot - Kowa Street. Any enquiries regarding these vehicles are to be directed to Council’s Local Laws Officers on 1300 308 461. Peter Franks CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PO Box 154, MAREEBA QLD 4880

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

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This position, beginning immediately, closely follows the Qld school term calendar and consists of approximately 18-20 hours per week, weekdays from 2.00pm to 8.00pm according to training timetables. Applicants need to be able to work independently, have great communication skills, a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and be able to provide excellent customer service. This is an active hands-on role within a sporting facility and great presentation is essential. If you would like to be part of our fantastic local sporting club, please email applications to: fun@mareebagymnastics.org.au By Wednesday 27th September 2017.

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EXPRESS sPORT Kim Weston and Marcela Adkins who has just returned from competing at the State Dressage Championships in Caboolture.

Samantha Lebrocq and DP Exclusive.

Junior riders Charlotte Davis, Amara Hawkes and Patrick Lehmann with judge Sue Bright.

Junior Novice Champion Lauren Franzman and Reserve Champion Emma Giles.

Esther Brooks with her prizes for coming second place in the Elementary Freestyle.

LEFT: Photographer Jordan Wicks sponsored the Highest Scoring Senior which won by Margot Warnett.

Atherton Tablelands and District Dressage and Equestrian Association CHAMPIONSHIPS September 9 and 10, Mareeba

RIGHT: Christine Dale and Barringa Gift.

Atherton Hockey grand finals action Atherton Tablelands Hockey Association held their end of season grand final day on Saturday, September 9.

GRAND FINAL RESULTS: Division 2: Allstars V Troopers. Goals by Oliver May (2, Troopers), Max Williams (1, Allstars) and Makinli Sheahan (1, All-

stars). 2-2 draw at full time. Penalty shootouts ended in 4-2 to Allstars. Players of the final were Jack Hart and Tyler Harris. Division 1: Allstars V Bionic Blues. Goals by Abi Vickary (1, Bionic Blues), Sienna Lloyd (1, Bionic Blues), Clem Lucey (1, Allstars) and Jhai Mehmet (1, Allstars). 2-2 draw at full time. Penalty

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shootouts ended in 2-1 to Allstars. Players of the final were Peter Masasso and Abi Vickary. Open Ladies: Shooters V Galaxy Girls. Goals by Angela Pollen (1, Galaxy Girls), Ella Ryan (1, Galaxy Girls), Maddie Shaw (1, Shooters) and Hayley Fullgrabe (1, Shooter). 2-2 draw at full time. Penalty shootouts ended in a

0-0 draw. Sudden death shootouts ended in 1-0 to Galaxy Girls. Player of the final was Sarah Cannon. Veteran Ladies: Waterloo V Plastered Vets. Goals by Jackie Knowles (1, Plastered Vets) and Jo Kempster (1, Waterloo). 1-1 draw at full time. Penalty shootouts ended in 2-1 to Waterloo. Player of the final was Karen Mitchell.

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Goalies off to Spanish camp Two young Dimbulah goalkeepers will travel to Spain this week along with five other Australia wide goalkeepers and two coaches for an elite goalkeeping training camp at the Valencia FC Academy which will be overseen by National GK coach Miguel Angel Ispana. Julius Srhoj, 13 and big brother Umberto, 15, are flying to Europe on Friday with their parents. This fantastic opportunity came about through their Australian academy, Professional Goalkeeping Tuition run by John Garside and their local FNQ goalkeeping coach, Brett Howard. There have been many times when on-field players have been able to take part in an opportunity like this but this will be the first time Valencia FC Academy have invited goalkeepers only. The opportunity will be priceless for the two Dimbulah Football Club players who will have the chance to show and refine their skills and to be seen by one of the giant Spanish clubs, Valencia FC.

Champions of the over 45’s league

Mareeba United Football Club’s Over 45’s team won 4-0 over the Marlin Coast Rangers in Cairns on Wednesday August 30 to become this year’s Grand Champions of the local comp. Pictured above: (Back Row L to R) Sandro Soncin, Vince Tatti, Marcello Savaglio, Raymond Cater, Zane Micola, Doug Prizmic, Alan Prizmic, Andrew Osbourne. (Front Row L to R) Dennis Fregona, Mark Simonato, Remo Terranova, Lewis Kalinau, Andre Soncin Absent - Danny De Faveri, Rum Latif, Parco Munoz, Alex Arena, Mario Terranova, Andy Trabucco, Robert Battistin and Paul Stanley.

Volunteers needed at club Proving that volunteers are worth their weight in gold, one man who wanted to get involved with the Mareeba Golf Club set about getting a fence built and paid for that would keep roos, dogs and passers-by off the course.

Dimbulah brothers Umberto and Julius Srhoj.

Stringrays impress

over Blue Angels. For the winners it was Jake Priestly who scored 24 points and David Hawke who stood out. But good support play by Jacob Bishop, Declan Ebner and Dean Gallo also contributed greatly in the win by Stingrays. Blue Angels certainly had winning opportunities but failed to convert baskets from a number of their attacking play. Jerome Gully was outstanding for the Blue Angels side, while best of the others were Jonah Hastie, Jeremy McKay and Ricar-

said Mr Geyl. “I really enjoyed being involved with the club.” Mareeba Golf Club is always looking for volunteers and new members. For more information contact the club on 4092 1528.

don Wason. All the men’s fixtures played last week were closely contested. After trailing Ciggy Butts for the majority of their clash, Barras finished strongly to register a good 43 to 39 win. The other men’s encounter saw Red Devils claim valuable championship points after defeating Spare Parts by 55 to 49. In the junior fixtures Hawkes Prey had double success in the senior high school fixtures. They were 65 to 29 winners against Alex VIP and then

outscored Andy’s Angels by 14 points. Instrumental in Hawkes Prey double wins were Declan Ebner, Jonah Hastie, Josh and Aaron Cagat. Entertaining basketball was displayed by the youngsters in the junior high school competition. Chicago B’s claimed a narrow win in their clash with Olympians by 30 to 25. While Warriors recorded a good win in their defeat of Cavillers by 53 to 46 – a rewarding victory as Cavillers always prove hard to defeat.

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The Stingrays senior men’s side were most impressive in defeating Blue Angels in last week’s round of Mareeba Basketball fixtures. Following their narrow loss to Ciggy Butts during the previous round of fixtures, the Stingrays outfit produced an excellent team performance in their 59 to 51 win over Blue Angels. After leading 16 to 9 at quarter time, Stingrays maintained their slight advantage for the remainder of the encounter to register a good 8 points victory

Eugene Geyl (pictured) instigated the fence that now sits along Vaughan Street and arranged for sponsorship of it with Warratah who also built the fence for the club. “I just wanted to say a huge thanks to Warratah,”

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 Every Wednesday night (October-December 2017), with some Friday night’s included  Senior & Junior Comps – Men A and B Grades + Mens Over 35’s, Ladies A and B Grade, with a possible C Grade and Juniors aged 7-15 years  Seniors $100 per player & Juniors $50 per player (Fees to be paid on registration)

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Gators coach heads to the Pride The Express Editor Carl Portella has a one-on-one with Gladiators coach Tye Ingebrigtsen

Ty Williams.

Tye Ingebrigtsen.

Carl: How has you time at the Gladiators been? Tye: It’s been really good I have enjoyed my season here, we have put a lot of systems and programs into place through junior development and culture with the senior group and hopefully they will stay in place for the future. Carl: With your departure are you leaving the club in a good place and condition? Tye: The amount of ground work we have done this year with setting the junior academy and programs, I will definitely be leaving the club in a good strong position. Carl: Have you achieved what you set out to do? Tye: yeah definitely I am happy with what was accomplished with the club over the last 12 months, considering they only won 3 A-grade games last year, to where we have come in playing for a spot in the grand final, finishing second on the ladder, we didn’t lose a home game all year, they are achievements that I’m very proud of. Carl: What does the future of the Gladiators hold after you departure? Tye: Great future, the development of the juniors has been terrific and those juniors are the ones that will be playing A-grade in the future, everyone want

to see their juniors progress to A-grade footy, the pathways are now there for that to be achieved. It’s only a matter of time before you see more juniors playing for Mareeba which is great. Carl: What will be your position at the Pride? Tye: I have taken a dual role , I will be the assistant to head coach Ty Williams at the Pride and for the first eight weeks of the season I will be the head coach of the under eighteens for the Mel Meninga Cup , so I get to run my own show there for that period. I will then go back to working as assistant coach of the Pride. I’m really stoked with the opportunity that I have been given by the Northern Pride. Carl: Will your departure have an effect on the Gladiators as a club; will they be able to retain most of the current players? Tye: They should be right, Mareeba have already received a number of resumes from some high profile coaches, and the club would like to stay in the same direction we have been going this year, which is great. I dare say that with more new players coming in and the core group of what we had this year they are going to be in a very good position come next season. Carl: How would you like

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to be remembered at the Gladiators? Tye: I’ve done a lot of work with the juniors, obviously the seniors we’ve had some good success with them as well. We have made the connection between juniors and seniors stronger this year. If you ask the presidents of the juniors and seniors they will tell you how strongly they have both merged together, the interaction we have had with the kids this year has been outstanding. Carl: Professionally, what do you hope to achieve in your career? Tye: Obviously to continue learning and developing as a coach and then eventually to be able to coach at the very highest level possible that I can reach. I just have to keep working as hard as I can and see where it takes me I guess. Carl: What message do you have for all the Gladiators supporters? Tye: Thank you for all the support they have given me and the squad this year, I and the players have really appreciated it. Working together with the juniors and keeping this role of junior development and coaching together is only going to be good for the future of the club. Thank you Mareeba.

Gators heroic effort After a narrow loss in Sunday’s qualifying grand final match, tributes to Tye Ingebrigtsen’s team continue to pour in on their Facebook page. The Gladiators put in a heroic effort to come so close and yet so far with the team putting their heart, soul and bodies on the line. But a classic quote from Tye said it all. “That is the nature of this great game we play and compete in,” he said. “Always a winner and always a loser.” “We weren't good enough today going down 34-30.” “To my men it’s been one hell of ride from November and I want to thank you for being a part of what we created.” “Thank you for all the memories.”

FNQ Football finals weekend ahead The Mareeba Bulls Second Division mens side, along with the clubs Under 13 and Under 14 boys will be flying the flag for the club at this weekends FNQ Football grand finals. The Second Division men are the only senior side representing the club after progressing through to the grand final with an impressive 3-0 win

away to the Marlin Coast Rangers on Friday night. Anthony Mete scored two goals and Josh Ruiz the third for the Bulls which see’s them head into the final against the Douglas Dragons this Friday night at 8.30pm at Endeavour Park, Cairns. The clubs under 13’s and 14’s teams will then play on Saturday at Endeavour Park after pro-

gressing through via tough wins at the weekend. The Under 13’s won 2-1 against Edge Hill, while the Under 14 boys fought back from 3-0 down to draw 4-4 and finally win on penalties. On Saturday at Marlin Coast, the Bulls reserves bowed out of the finals going down 3-2 to the Stratford Dolphins, after

the 90 minutes finished 2-2. The match entered extra time, but this time the Bulls could not find a way to win. Controversy once again marred the Dolphins winner, as the ball looked to have not crossed the line, but officials awarded the winning goal in the 116th minute.

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