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Ready, set, wheelbarrow Hundreds of locals are set to converge on Byrnes Street this Friday morning for the start of the annual Great Wheelbarrow Race. And race organising committee chairman Nipper Brown (pictured) couldn’t be more chuffed, hoping to see a repeat of the whopper $243,000 raised by competitors for charities last year. “They are doing wonderful things for charity,” he said. “The feeling you get, the sense of achievement, when people reach the other end...is just unbelievable.” Turn to pages 4 and 5 for more on the 2016 Great Wheelbarrow Race.

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MAREEBA Shire ratepayers could cop an increase of more than $450 for burying their loved ones under a new set of cemetery fees and charges approved by council.

The majority of new fees and charges, which take effect at the start of the 2016/17 financial year, have been increased from the previous 2015/16 list. That includes the cost of reserving a plot of land for a free-standing mausoleum, which is now $3867, up by $452 over the previ-

ous financial year. But Mareeba Shire Mayor Tom Gilmore defended the price rise, telling The Express council was running its 10 cemeteries at a loss and needed to recover costs. “We are still subsidising our cemeteries con-

siderably and we still haven’t got full cost recovery,” he said. “The cost of the provision of cemetery services is quite extraordinary, because first of all, you have to have the land, then you have to maintain it.” CONTINUED PAGE 3

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Building hands for those in need Imagine one day having fully usable hands and the next day only one, or none. This is more often than not the case for hundreds of thousands of people in the developing world. There are an estimated 384,000 people with not one, but two hands missing from a landmine accident. Sadly, most are children and there are more than 120 million landmines still set around the world, with 2000 accidents a month. While Mareeba Rotary might not be able to assist with clearing landmines, they are assisting in another, life changing way – by building “Helping Hands” for people like Sowan Kumara from Sri Lanka (pictured). Late last year and early this year, Mareeba Rotary successfully ran two Helping Hands building nights. Together with school students from Mareeba and Dimbulah and community members, 20 hands were made. “The Helping Hands Program is a truly unique program where participants build prosthetic hands that are then donated to amputee landmine victims throughout the developing world,” said Mareeba Rotary president Nina Akselsen Grant. “In just a couple of hours each participant made a real and lasting contribution and in doing so reminded us what it feels like to be engaged in a truly purposeful activity to help another human being. “The Helping Hands not only change the life of an amputee, but I believe it also changes the lives of the people who build

them. “The adults and kids involved all felt a huge sense of achievement and pride when they finished building their hand. “These hands give a person the chance to once again gain employment and live a fuller life. Participants also got to decorate the hands’ cases and write personal messages to the unknown amputees. 260 hands were delivered overseas last month by a team from the Rotary Australia World Community Service Helping Hands Program. Two of the hands were fitted to Sowan Kumara from Kandy in Sri Lanka. “Sowan was an inspiration to us all, he was so keen to operate the hands and do everything at once,” Organiser Terry Daley said. “He was a Tamil Tiger soldier and he lost both hands to a landmine in 2009. “I can't begin to tell you how happy he was, he left in tears.” Mr Kumara’s wife wrote a message that was delivered back to Mareeba Rotary: “My husband wants to thank you for helping us and giving him these great hands. My life will be better as I can now do things for my family and help other people at my work. Today is a great day for me and my family. Thank you again, from Sowan.” Mr Kumara will now also have two prosthetic arms with the hands adapted to them. The second batch of hands made in Mareeba will be delivered to Cambodia in August. Shirley Wicks and Sue Irwin at the Mad Max car rally.

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Road warriors rev up for good cause A TOUCH of “Mad Max” came to the Tablelands at the start of this month as a charity car rally went pedal to the metal. The Leukaemia Foundation’s 17th annual IGA Charity Car Rally had 46 cars race from Atherton to the Undara Lava Tubes on April 30 and May 1, working their way through various challenges and checkpoints along the way. The Mad Max theme certainly caused a stir amongst competitors as “Charlize's Angles”, captained by Shaz Spannenburg, took out best-dressed, while Debra Telford’s “HardFast” team won best-dressed car. A whopping $30,566 was raised for locals suffering from blood cancer, with

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Cost of burying your loved ones set to rise

According to official figures, council spent about $300,000 on cemetery maintenance, grave digging, burials and associated administration costs in the last financial year. All councillors, including the mayor, voted unanimously to approve the 2016/17 fee schedule in last Wednesday’s meeting, which will be incorporated into this year’s budget to be handed down on June 15. Cr Gilmore said he could not rule out another increase in cemetery fees and charges in next year’s budget. “I can’t predict what the costs will be in the next budget, we’re still dealing with the one now,” he said. “In my heart I would love to say to people it’s free... but it can’t be. It’s just one of those costs associated with living and dying.” Burials of homeless persons, and those whose assets cannot cover the cost of a funeral, are performed by the Queensland Government under the Burials Assistance Act 1965. Burial costs, which must be paid to council upfront, can be partly absorbed by the State Government if a family or friend is unable to afford the cost of burying their loved ones.

Top 3 biggest hikes in cemetery fees and charges for 2016/17: 1. Plot reservation for free-standing Mausoleum: $3867 – increase of $452 over 2015/16 2. Grave interment (burial) for persons over nine-years-old: $1625 – increase of $193 over 2015/16 3. Interment (burial) surcharge for weekends and public holidays: $1231 – increase of $185 over 2015/16.

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Indie Rose Foundation directors: Stephen Gear, Raymond Cater, Natasha Srhoj and Tim Ralph are excited to officially launch the foundation on Saturday night.

A CHARITY dedicated to making a difference to the lives of sick children and their families will be officially launched at this year’s Great Wheelbarrow Race. The Indie Rose Foundation will help ease the financial burden on Far Northern families with children who are suffering from a medical condition that requires specialised medical treatment away from their homes. Foundation director Tim Ralph said it was fitting the charity would be launched at the very race which helped raise money for young Indie Rose Taurima, who tragically passed away from leukaemia in 2014. “When the iNDIEstructables raced for Indie, we raised nearly $250,000 for the family between 2012 and 2014,” he said. “When we realised how supportive the community had been, we thought we needed to keep this going as her legacy and that’s how the foundation was created.” Mr Ralph said Indie’s parents, Jai and Jen Taurima, were flying up specially from Canberra to attend the foundation’s launch this Saturday at the Railway Hotel in Almaden. “They were a driving force behind the foundation as well because they realised the community had given them so much that they wanted to continue to give back to other kids and families who need help.” Mr Ralph said the focus was now to help make life a little easier for other sick children and their families. “We’re here to provide financial assistance, but we’re also here to provide assistance in a way that makes things happier, so it may be a family weekend away,” he said. “We know there are a lot of sick children out there, and once its fully launched and social workers and hospitals are more aware of the foundation, we’re going to need continued support.” The Indie Rose Foundation is run by volunteer directors, meaning every dollar donated goes directly to those who need it. To donate, visit www.indierosefoundation.com.au/donate.

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Team to honour legendary pioneer FOUR generations of family will come together once again at this year’s Great Wheelbarrow Race in honour of one of the region’s legendary pioneers. Prospector Henry Dixon Howe frequently travelled to Chillagoe, Herberton, Irvinebank, Gurrumbah and Stannery Hills with nothing but his trusty wheelbarrow in search of gold during the late 1800s. After honouring their famous ancestor last year, Team HDH, will line up for another crack in this year’s race with several direct descendants and family members participating. Howe’s great-grandson and Team HDH manager Craig Darveniza said he now treated the race like a family reunion. “We’ve got a few relations who are coming up from Brisbane specially,” he said.

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“It’s a good chance to catch up with everyone. We all sit down on Saturday night at Almaden and have a big barbecue.” Keeping the family ties strong, Howe’s other greatgrandson, Lewis O’Farrell, will be cheering on the team from the support van. Howe’s grandson, Innisfail man Les Scheu, remembered his grandfather, who was born at the Mary River Goldfields, as a tireless, tough-as-nails worker with a larrikin spirit. While he is unable to compete in the entire race, Mr Scheu and Howe’s granddaughter, Jill Hoad, will be at Chillagoe to help push the team’s wheelbarrow across the finish line on Sunday. It will be a feat sure to make their famous ancestor proud.

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Come on down – it’s Wheelbarrow race time When it comes to the crunch at this year’s Great Wheelbarrow Race, Nipper Brown reckons there’s one thing which tops it off. “Having competed in it before, the feeling you get, the sense of achievement, when people reach the other end...is just unbelievable,” he said. “It just makes it all worthwhile.” The Mareeba Shire councillor and race organising committee chairman is hoping for another cracker turnout at this year’s event, despite nominations being down on 2015. “The 11th year we held the race we had 74 teams, last year we had 54 nominations, this year we’ve got 44 but from my point of view, that’s a really good number,” Cr Brown said. “When you get to 74 teams, you end up with so much more traffic and the logistics of running the race is more full-on. “We’ve refined a few things for the race and brought more medical staff in to make it safer for the runners.” Now in its 13th year, the race continues to inspire dozens of locals and southerners alike to embark on a gut-busting 140km run from Mareeba to Chillagoe with nothing but a wheelbarrow

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TABLELANDS leaders have given the Federal Budget a resounding thumbs down, believing it delivers little for the region. “Jobs and growth” was the catchcry of Treasurer Scott Morrison’s 2016/17 Budget, but it was difficult to find much to cheer about. The $5 billion Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF), announced in last year’s budget, has now been joined by a $2 billion National Water Infrastructure Loan Facility (NWLIF), which provides concessional loans to co-fund the construction of water infrastructure projects. As with the NAIF, the NWILF was also flagged in the 2015 Northern Australia White Paper, but the budget has now given it a dollar value. Kennedy MP Bob Katter slammed the budget, saying it was all talk and no action. “North Queensland has been wiped like a dirty rag,” he said. “We haven’t got one dollar of either of those funds to build anything.” But LNP candidate for Kennedy Jonathan Pavetto said the loan money was there for the taking, if the right projects and investors could be secured. “There’s plenty of opportunities in the North for infrastructure,” he said. “We’ve had money on the table like we’ve never had. Until we have someone in the government, we will continue to miss out on these opportunities.” Mr Pavetto said he would be fighting for funding to seal the Hann Highway, which is estimated to cost about $120 million. As it stands, only $100 million is available through the Northern Australia Beef Roads Fund, announced by former Prime Minister Tony Abbott in May last year. The fund makes targeted upgrades to key roads necessary for transporting cattle, but pales in comparison with Victoria’s $345 million Rural and Regional Roads package slated in the Budget. “There’s a lot of different cost estimates for the Hann Highway, it depends on who builds it,” Mr Pavetto said.

“There’s got to be some emphasis on it from the State Government as well...I’ll be doing whatever I can to make sure the Hann Highway gets funded.” Mr Katter said he wouldn’t be surprised if funding for the highway was announced in the lead up to the Federal election on July 2. “It will just be a politician’s pre-election promise,” he said. “That’s all we’re going to get and that’s not worth two bob.” Mareeba Chamber of Commerce president Joe Moro was supportive of the Budget’s company tax cut from 30 per cent to 27.5 per cent for businesses with a turnover of less than $10 million a year. “Overall, from a business point of view, it’s a good result,” he said. “It will be welcomed by most of the businesses in the Mareeba area.” But he was less optimistic about the NWLIF and its potential to be used in building the proposed $586 million Nullinga Dam, which would mostly benefit Cairns. “We should really have a good look at the business case, which needs to be developed,” Mr Moro said. “Our view is there needs to be further study and a look at other options which would be more beneficial to increasing water security for the Mareeba area and surrounds.” Mr Moro was also concerned about the government’s expected delay of the proposed backpacker tax for another six months, creating further uncertainty for local farmers. Darylmple MP Shane Knuth said the budget was lacklustre and questioned whether it was fair to give a tax cut to small business owners rather than “working-class battlers” in his electorate. “A tax cut is a good thing for small business, but it is the working-class battlers who support small business by spending their money,” he said. “A tax break to the battlers would have increased spending in our region.” Cook MP Billy Gordon to do not respond to a request for comment.

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June deadline for council budget Mareeba Shire Council's Budget for 2016-2017 is set to be handed down in June. Cost recovery is the focus of this year’s budget, but council claims the majority of cases have simply undergone a CPI increase. “There are still council workshops to

complete final detail before the budget is handed down next month," Mayor Tom Gilmore said. "Costs for services are reviewed annually, with a cost recovery model applied wherever possible; however there are certain areas where this is discounted."

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A GROUP of brave Mareeba State High School students and teachers have gone hairless for a good cause. Amid hundreds of their cheering peers, the looks of pain and embarrassment were hard to miss as a willing few shaved their hair or waxed their legs to raise a whopping $3195 for the Indie Rose Foundation last Wednesday. “It feels good to support such a great cause, the beaut thing is the way the kids react to it,” said newly-bald school principal Scott Whybird. “It brings a bit of a human side to what happens at school, and as a principal, it’s good to put myself out there and for our community to see our fun side.” Treating himself to a neat leg wax, there wasn’t much hope for School Vice-Captain Brett Girgenti as he writhed in agony. “This is not fun,” he quipped as another clump of hair came off his leg. The foundation was registered last year in memory of two-year-old Indie Rose Taurima, who lost her

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butions our community groups deliver for our towns,” said Councillor Anthony Ball. “Also, credit to our hardworking outdoor staff for their efforts.” Tablelands Regional Council parks and gardens staff installed the seating in time for the Anzac Day services at the Eacham Memorial Gates. One of the park benches is dedicated to the memory of long-term Malanda Lions Club member Jeff Airey.

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Plastic on the move from Mareeba CARNIVAL of FLOWERS TOUR 15 Day Coach Tour I 10-24 September, 2016 Departing Malanda, Atherton, Mareeba & Cairns

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AGRICULTRAL plastic waste dumped in Mareeba will soon be able to be recycled after a southern company offered to help. Mareeba Shire council has approved a proposal by Capalaba-based Recycling Design and Technologies (RDT) to collect plastic waste from the Mareeba Transfer Station. The waste includes plastic fluming, netting, containers, film and bumper bars but at this stage will not include plastic mulch cover due to the high level of organic contamination. Mareeba Mayor Tom Gilmore said the proposal, at no cost to council, would help clear a large volume of waste which otherwise couldn’t be recycled in the town. “We say to our farmers: deliver it to the transfer station and these people will come up, bale it on site and take it away,” he said. “There’s no money in, no money out. We’re

Story-telling with a difference

TABLELANDS libraries are urging parents and children to join in the fun at a reading event like no other. To be held on May 25, National Simultaneous Storytime will kick off at 11am when librarians across the region read aloud I Got This Hat by Kate and Jol Temple. Councillor Katrina Spies will read I Got This Hat at the Atherton Library while Councillor Kate Eden will read the story at Herberton Library later at 2pm. “With seven libraries conveniently located across the Tablelands region, there is no excuse about not having access to free resources to help instil a love of reading,” said Mayor Joe Paronella. “It would be great to see a strong show of support with young children at our libraries on May 25 for this storytelling session.” Weekly storytelling sessions are held at 10.30am at the Atherton and Malanda Libraries each Wednesday, Herberton and Ravenshoe Libraries each Thursday and a “Rhyme Time” session at Yungaburra Library at 10am every second Tuesday.

just providing the space.” But Cr Gilmore said plastic mulch cover was an ongoing concern for council, as increasing amounts of it were left to landfill. While RDT is not currently recycling the material, the company is currently undergoing trials to determine the costs involved of recycling it. “The problem with plastic mulch is not the plastic itself, but the contamination. When they pull it up, it has an awful lot of vegetative material and dirt in it,” Cr Gilmore said. “You don’t want recyclable material going to landfill where you can avoid it.” Mareeba councillor and transfer station gatehouse operator Nipper Brown said he was “extremely happy” with RDT’s offer. “It’s better for the environment and saves us putting a lot of stuff into landfill,” he said.

Paramedics to sedate violent patients Paramedics will be able to chemically sedate agitated and violent patients after the State Government adopted all recommendations from a new report. Chemical sedation and tactical deescalation training were among the last of 15 recommendations delivered in the Paramedic Safety Taskforce Final Report. “A situation where 3300 paramedics, nurses, doctors and hospital staff are being assaulted or verbally abused each year is something we cannot accept as a society,” said Ambulance Services minister Cameron Dick. “It also delivers a revised tactical de-escalation and safety program – which is basically a self-defence

Kelly book to raise eyebrows A NEW historical book promises to turn the story of famous bushranger Ned Kelly on its head. To be launched next week, Ned Knight in Aussie Armour features a collection of generational revelations from insider sympathiser families, now resident throughout Australia, who played a role in the Kelly saga.

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program.” Queensland Ambulance Service Deputy Commissioner Dee TaylorDutton said new clinical practice procedures would allow paramedics to administer the antipsychotic drug Droperidol to patients in situations with a high risk of violence. “The introduction of chemical sedation will allow a safer approach to the assessment of violent patients and help minimise the risk of hostile responses to treatment,” she said. Mr Dick said the ambulance service would also investigate the potential for new technology to help enhance paramedic safety.

Cairns journalist and author Eugenie Navarre has spent more than a decade documenting several grassroots stories, including shock new revelations about the life of Kelly. Ned - Knight in Aussie Armour will be launched by Tablelands Regional Council Mayor Joe Paronella at the Atherton Library on Tuesday May 17, at 10.30am.

SpottIng tHe SIgnS oF mental IllneSS Feeling a bit down or a little anxious is common. Our lives are often busy, stressful and complex. It’s not unreasonable that we would struggle sometimes. During these times we might just need to curl up with a movie or loved one or take a long quiet walk to refresh and recharge. Sometimes we can’t shake off the awful feelings no matter how hard we try. The heaviness in the gut or the racing heartbeat just won’t settle. That’s why 1 in 6 people will experience depression at some stage in their lives, while 25% of us will suffer with serious anxiety. In fact, often the two go hand in hand. But like a physical condition, mental illness comes with

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Wednesday, 18th May 2016: 5:30 - 7:30pm This evening event is open to all parents and students interested in discovering first-hand the opportunities available for students enrolling in 2017. If you have any enquiries please phone the School Office on 40862777 Great state. Great opportunity. Authorised by the Queensland Government, Mary Street, Brisbane.

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The third film in The Divergent Series – ALLEGIANT comes to The Rising Sun Cinema screen this week, whilst MOTHER'S DAY starts its main run after successful previews on Mother's Day. Jennifer Aniston, Julia Roberts, Jason Sudeikis and Kate Hudson star in an excellent comedy MOTHER'S DAY. Robert Downey Jr, Chris Evans and Scarlett Johansson continue in one of the biggest movies of the year. CAPTAIN AMERICA - CIVIL WAR. This is your last chance to see this all action adrenalin pumping epic on the Mareeba big screen.

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Interesting and often funny intersecting stories – when Moms collide on Mother's day. Sandy (Jennifer Aniston) is a stressed-out, single mom who learns that her ex-husband is marrying a younger woman. Her friend Jesse (Kate Hudson) is a fitness freak who doesn't tell her parents that she has a family. Bradley is a widower (Jason Sudeikis) who's trying to raise two daughters on his own, while Miranda (Julia Roberts) is too busy with her career to worry about having children. When their respective problems start coming to a head, the Mother's Day holiday takes on a special meaning.

ALLEGIANT (The Divergent Series)

After the earth-shattering revelations of Insurgent , Tris (Shailene Woodley) must escape with Four (Theo James) and go beyond the wall enclosing Chicago. For the first time ever, they will leave the only city and family they have ever known. Once outside, old discoveries are quickly rendered meaningless with the revelation of shocking new truths. Tris and Four must quickly decide who they can trust as a ruth-

less battle ignites beyond the walls of Chicago which threatens all of humanity. In order to survive, Tris will be forced to make impossible choices about courage, allegiance, sacrifice and love. Review by Todd Smith Allegiant, the third in the series of this dystopian young adult fantasy, was certainly an improvement from its predecessors, thanks to stronger direction, improved editing and better acting from its young cast, notably Miles Teller, Ansel Elgort and Theo James. It was entertaining, but lacked a compelling narrative arc that keeps the audience engaged and drawn to the finale. Here's hoping that the last will be the best.

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MSF Sugar Mareeba LionS Metrogaine + JaM packed event Line-up! • Metrogaine is point-scored, time-limited, awesome prizes to be won • $10pp or $20 team of 4 • Crack the map, solve the clue at each marker, beat the field, win a prize! • Interactive checkpoints! • Cold drinks available • Sausage sizzle at finish line • Prize for Best Dressed! • For all event details, see Lions Club Mareeba on Facebook Proudly Sponsored By: MSF Sugar, Mareeba Community Housing, Mareeba Shire Council, Bendigo Bank, Radio 4AM, Mareeba Toyota & Hansen Ford, Millar Teitzel Accountants, FNQ Filters & Parts, Rescue Swag, O’Donnell’s Office Power, McDonalds, The Express Newspaper, Zingo Real Mango, Tablelands Advertiser, Girle’s Signs.

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Expresso 

Your Weekly Horoscopes March 21 to Apr 20 Aries

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Your anger may be impossible to contain if you get into debates with family members. Children or friends may try to talk you into lending them money. Children may be difficult to handle. April 21 to May 21 Taurus

Wednesday 11th

Thursday 12th

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sudoku 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.

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No Bake Triple Peanut Butter Bars

Method 1. Line a 9 x 9 baking tray with parchment paper/cookie sheet and set aside. 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed peanut butter cookies, rice bubbles, flour, gluten, oats and mix very well. Set aside. 3. In a microwave safe bowl, melt the peanut butter. Pour the peanut butter over the dry mixture and mix very well until fully incorporated. 4. If the mixture is crumbly, using a tablespoon at a time, add the milk of choice until a firm batter is formed. Once it is, pour batter in the lined baking tray. Set aside to cool (you can put it in the freezer if you wish) 5. Melt the peanut butter chips and top the peanut butter fudge base completely. Refrigerate or freeze immediately until firm. Once firm, cut into bars and enjoy!

You can elaborate on your creative ideas and get involved in groups that relate to the arts. You can expect the fur to fly on the home front.

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You can write beautiful love letters this week. Your lover may feel rejected. Don’t bother trying to make someone you live with see your point of view.

Virgo

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Get involved in physical activities that will stimulate you. If you take on too much of a financial burden you may make yourself ill. You can make rewarding connections through the organized groups you associate with.

Libra

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Sept 24 to Oct 23

You can sort out any differences you have in an amiable manner. You will have to help family members sort out unfortunate difficulties. Social activities or travel should be in your plans. Plan some family outings.

Scorpio

Sagittarius

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Work quietly behind the scenes for best results. You should visit a friend or relative who hasn’t been feeling up to par. Try not to take others for granted. Tempers could get out of hand this week. Try not to be a people pleaser. Nov 23 to Dec 21

You can sell your ideas to those who have the money to back them. Look into career choices and courses being offered. Organization will be the key to avoiding discord and family feuds.

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Aquarius

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Africa

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Horse

Antelope

Bull

Elephant

Sheep

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Fox

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Badger

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You can meet someone who will become very dear to you if you get out and socialize. Keep busy and let them fume while you’re not around. Time spent with family, children, or good friends will be regenerating and positive. You may divulge private information without realizing it this week. Don’t be too hard on yourself. Major moves will be emotional and not necessarily to your benefit. You will be popular with acquaintances.

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Pleasure trips will turn out to be better than anticipated. Your partner could make you angry if they steal your thunder or embarrass you in front of others. Dig deep to find out how costly a new venture will be before you sign on the dotted line.

Leo

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1 cup crushed peanut butter cookies For the frosting 1/4 cup rixe bubbles 1 package of peanut butter chips 1 cup peanut butter 2 cups flour 3/4 cup oats 1/4 - 1 cup milk

You’re undergoing changes. Try not to be too harsh with loved ones; there will always be two sides to an Issue. Residential moves look hectic and sudden changes in your life are likely.

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7. Discontinued patterns which are often sold at reduced price. 8. Equivalent to the sum of six and five. 9. A colourless astringent compound which is a hydrated double sulphate of aluminium and potassium. 10. The flowing over of a liquid. 11. A clock that displays digits rather than hands or a pointer. 13. A short piece of writing on a particular subject. 15. A game in which players mark off numbers on cards as the numbers are drawn randomly by a caller. 16. Having much money; affluent. 18. A recurrent throbbing headache that is often accompanied by nausea and disturbed vision. 19. A small, sharp broad-headed nail. 21. The smallest particle of a chemical element. 22. The solid surface of the earth.

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1. A round, deep dish or basin used for food or liquid. 2. A structure of joined bars or logs for children to climb on. 3. A low upholstered seat without a back or arms that typically serves also as a box, with the seat hinged to form a lid. 4. A slope from the horizontal or vertical in carpentry and stonework. 5. The confident and forceful expression or promotion of oneself. 6. Make something look more attractive by adding extra items or images to it. 12. Cause a process or action to begin. 14. A rhombus or diamond shape. 17. A woman thought to have evil magic powers, popularly depicted as wearing a black cloak and pointed hat. 20. A stick or short staff used to assist one in walking.

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Karobean lots selling now

Construction has finished on the new lots located at the top of Karobean Drive, Amaroo. The New release Karobean Lots range from 880m2, up to 964m2. All lots feature more than generous frontages at 22m, plus town water and underground power. Add sealed roads and a family friendly location close to Amaroo Medical and The future Amaroo Village Market Place.

Lots are available to purchase now, there are only six lots remaining in Karobean. Construction on the new and exciting stage Jannali is expected to commence soon. Call into our sales Centre on Hastie Road, Tuesday to Saturday 10am3pm. Ph 0409 321 000 for more information, or visit us at www.amarooestate.com.au

2000m2 and loaded with extras

Are you chasing the perfect family home that ticks all the boxes, well this four bedroom masonry block home situated at Petersen Street, Biboohra, is just waiting for you to come and call it home. This package has everything - four bedrooms, two living areas, fully fenced front yard and back yard and shed for all the boys toys. The shed is a three bay carport, however you can fit four vehicles, there is also water and power to the shed with a lockable bay at the rear, plus at least six power points and fluro lighting to that shed with a work bench. There are two approximately 5000Gal poly/bushman tanks which contain rain and bore water as well as a 5000 litre rainwater tank. Reduced to $319,000 the property is full of extras and is currently being rented at $350 per week. Could easily suit the large family looking for room to expand or investor looking for possible future growth. Give Alex Srhoj a call to arrange your inspection today. Phone 0403 343 692 at Ray White Mareeba. Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

BIBOOHRA REDUCED to $319,000 Alex Srhoj Ray White Rural Mareeba 0403 343 692

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Surrounded by established botanical gardens, this tropical paradise is located on 43 acres in the Port Douglas hinterlands. A former nursery, the property is home to an abundance of native and exotic plant species and resident native birds and wildlife. A bamboo lined driveway leads to the main residence, a modern three bedroom, two bathroom concrete block home. Features include well-equipped country style timber kitchen, open plan living, outdoor entertainment area overlooking the in-ground pool, built-in wardrobes, ensuite and WIR, floor tiles throughout, wood fired heater, two solar systems and a double garage. The second dwelling consists of a well maintained, country style four bedroom, one bathroom split block cottage. The original A frame timber bungalow also still remains on the property. There are multiple (powered) sheds and other structures and all the infrastructure is still in place for the nursery. Unlimited water is sourced by a po-

table bore and 27,000 litre tank and there are also two dams and a seasonal creek. The front of the block is fenced into separate areas including a large paddock and the remainder is rainforest. The current owners searched far and wide to find this property and it is a rare find indeed. Genuine enquiries only. For further information or to arrange an inspection, please contact exclusive agent Sophoe Bozzo at Mareeba Property Office. Phone 4092 1355 or 0428 128 154. Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

JULATTEN $975,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Sophie Bozzo Mareeba Property Office 0428 128 154

ACREAGE BLOCKS – A FEW MINUTES TO TOWN

It’s the site for the house of your dreams. Build a shed that’s the envy of your mates. Keep a horse or a cow. Garden on a spectacular scale! Quiet close, bitumen road, power, some blocks with a bore. This is sought after acreage, near level with treed backdrops and BIG sky. BROOKLANdS ESTATE is to the south west of the town at the end of La Spina Road (off Roiko Road) past the gun and rifle clubs, so close to schools and shopping but with that true country feeling.

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This great home is big enough for a us a call now. family yet it has been occupied by one An open home will be held on Friperson only ever since it has been day May 20 and Saturday May 21, at built and the owner is well and truly 11am. Hope to see you then. ready to move on to join his family interstate. For more information contact Eliza1069M2 block backing onto an beth Bors at Altitude Realty Mareeeasement so there is only two neigh- ba. Phone 0437 921 648 or 4092 bours and there is some front yard 4100. www.altituderealtymareeba. com.au vegetation to make it more private. Extra large garage and a good size laundry Address: MAREEBA smartly tucked away. Price: $375,000 NEG All this in the ever Agent: Elizabeth Bors popular Ceola Estate Altitude Realty Mareeba and available for inspecContact: 0437 921 468 tion at any time so give

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PROPERTY Nestled at the foothills of National Parkland and surrounded by picture perfect natural scenery make this 115.93 acre lifestyle/grazing property the perfect getaway from it all! Centrally positioned to everything the region has to offer - just off the Mulligan Highway at Maryfarms and with bitumen to the front gate you’ll only be 20kms north of Mount Molloy and only one hours drive from Mareeba or 45 minutes to picturesque Port Douglas. This property fringes natural rainforest beneath the ranges in a beautifully temperate climate as well as boasting the following benefits: • 46.92Ha (115.93 acres) • 3 x 36 acre paddocks with 4 strand barb wire fencing and water • 1 x 5 acre paddock with 4 strand barb wire fencing and water • Riparian rights from Mary Creek – 400m of River frontage • Three Phase power into the property • 7000 Litre tank on stand that auto fills from the creek • Underground five-inch mainline • Large machinery shed • 10 head of quiet Brahman cross cattle including one bull • Three residences – 1 x 3 bed, 1 bath, 3 car accommodation main dwelling, 1 x 2 bedroom masonry block residence including furniture plus sleepout and 2 car accommodation, 1 x 1 bedroom cottage plus external bathroom This must truly be the most ideal location to live, relax, breathe the clean air and explore this truly unique region of North Queensland.

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THIS SATURDAY 10.00AM - 12NOON 14 Anzac Avenue, Mareeba • PRIVATE MEDITERRANEAN STYLE 2 BEDROOM HOME • FULLY TILED + LARGE OPEN PLAN WITH RAKED CEILING • STYLISH KITCHEN, A/C, SHEDS, NO REAR NEIGHBOURS • 1210m2 BLOCK ONLY A SHORT WALK TO TOWN

ExcEptional buying @ $299,000

JoE 0417 700 468

SalVatoRE 0427 775 414

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Acreage living on a beer budget This fully fenced five acre property is situated in a quite close just 20 minutes to either Mareeba or Atherton, a beautiful tree-lined acreage that is sure to suit most looking for that country escape that won't break the bank. Features Include: • Approved modern liveable shed • Fully lined with ceramic tiles throughout • Two separate bedrooms with robes • Enclosed entertainment area/third bedroom • Very spacious lounge room • Three separate fenced paddocks • Stables with enclosed tack and storage area • 1 MEG water licence gravity fed to property This ideal acreage offers the best of both worlds

being located between two major regional towns and is surrounded by similar acreage properties ensuring a peaceful and safe environment for your family and your ponies. For more information or to arrange a private inspection please call exclusive marketing agent Andrew Rogato on 0418 183 444. (1P1775). Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

MAREEBA $310,000 NEG Andrew Rogato Rogato Real Estate 4092 5255 or 0418 183 444

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IV LU S EX C

Charming Queenslander

PROPERTY

Buy Right  - Buy Now!! Whether you are looking for an investment or a place to call home, this one is for you. • Modern Block rendered home • 3 large bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Open plan living • Kitchen with ample storage • Patio + pergola area • Side access + easy/well maintained yard • Cement driveway to a 6m x 3m garden shed • Fully fenced 822m2 block A great opportunity to secure an investment or first home. Price: $349,000 NEG Contact: Ivona Carusi 0409 579 197

MAKE AN OFFER ...

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www.raywhiteruralmareeba.com.au/qld/mareeba/1444381

Investment Or FIrst HOme tHIs One tIcks All tHe BOxes

With timber floors, high ceilings, tongue and groove walls and casement windows this property has all the character and charm we love in Queenslanders. Upstairs you'll find three bedrooms all with built ins and air conditioning, beautiful polished timber floors throughout, modern kitchen with walk-in pantry and front and rear verandahs. Downstairs is a very large lockable

space suitable for workshop/garage. ma Moloney at Ray White Real Estate There is also a shipping container with on 0417 541 126 for an inspection. lean-to for additional storage plus a 759m2 fully fenced low mainteAddress: MAREEBA nance yard. Price: $279,000 NEG Positioned minutes to town Agent: EXCLUSIVE to Norma Moloney and schools and currently rented Ray White Rural Mareeba at $300 per week. Contact: 0417 541 126 Contact exclusive agent Nor-

Rare opportunity in town

Do you have a family, are you an investor or developer? An opportunity awaits for you here. This three bedroom timber home features a sleepout, one bathroom and toilet, two separate carports or one area can be used as a storage area. The home is fenced on a 9580m2 allotment (approximately 2.36 acres) and located near schools and walking distance to CBD. Priced at $369,000 negotiable. Contact Mareeba Real Estate Agencies on 4092

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1556, Mark on 0428 121 520 or Lyn on 0427 153 868. Email mrea4880@qld.chariot.net.au

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

MAREEBA $369,000 NEG Mareeba Real Estate Agencies 0428 121 520 / 0427 153 868

Positioned on the Cairns side on a large corner block, this uniquely designed home is perfect for keen investor or first home buyer. • 3 bedrooms, new bathroom • Unique open plan living with high ceilings • Airconditioned • Open carport • Fully fenced 839m2 block • Currently rented for $340 per week Break into the property market... great location, great condition, hassle free. Price: REDUCED $275,000 Contact: Exclusive Agents Alex Srhoj 0403 343 692 or Raquel Cunzolo 0408 983 879

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PARTNERSHIP LIQUIDATION

MUST BE SOLD!

205 Byrnes Street, Mareeba - the Hastie Centre Building is up for sale via offers to purchase. Closing date being the 16th May, 2016 at 5pm. The property represents an excellent opportunity for future or immediate redevelopment with the asset being perfectly positioned in the heart of Mareeba. • 2024sqm site - 2 adjoining lots • 40 metre frontage to Byrnes Street • Multiple tenancy opportunity • 3 bedroom Queenslander leased An outstanding opportunity for the smart investor to take advantage of this partnership situation and secure this blue chip site, never to be found again. Andrew rogAto 0418 18 3444 www.4880.com.au/ 1P1787 The Express, Wednesday, May 11, 2016 PAGE 17

INDEX

business A

DIRECTORY

Bulldozer Hire

Electrical Embroidery Entertainment

Air Conditioning Alternative Health Aviation Services

Childcare Cleaning Curtains & Blinds

Blinds

Earthmoving

AIR CONDITIONING

Furniture

Gas Graphic Design

Floor Coverings Floor Coverings Fuel

Irrigation I.T

BULLDOZER HIRE

Motor Mechanic

Photography Plumbing Pool Maintenance

S Security Skip Bins Storage

Venue Hire

Timber

EARTHMOVING Do it right the first time!

Authorised Fujitsu Service Agent

Travel Tree Lopping

ENTERTAINMENT

MAREEBA LEAGUES CLUB

PHONE 4092 2922

• BISTRO • BAR • TAB • POKIES • KENO • FUNCTIONS Shop 4, 276 Byrnes St, Mareeba • PO Box 1034 Mareeba 4880

P: 4092 3019

M: 0409 648 403 • F: 4092 1629

CHILDCARE

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

R & C AIRCONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION

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

Call Ross Malfitana Mobile: 0429 898 657

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

CLEANING ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

TOM SMITH P: 0407 161 783 F: 4092 7851 E: stj.enterprises@bigpond.com.au

FLOOR COVERINGS

SPECIALISING IN THE INSTALLATION OF: • CORK TILES • VINYLS • VINYL TILES • PARQUETRY • FLOOR SANDING • CARPET GOLD AllAn & DAni: MOBilE 0409 007 247 CARD P: 4091 3936 23 Louise St, Atherton Q.4883 707796

Daniel Battistin

Residential • Commercial • Phones Repairs/Maintenance • Airconditioners

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

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

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

AVIATION SERVICES

LIC. 55472 | ARC. AU31673

A1 Complete CleAning ServiCeS Are A dediCAted teAm of CleAning profeSSionAlS SpeCiAliSing in: • Vacate, Office and Commercial Cleaning • Top Quality & Affordable Cleaning with a keen eye for detail • We are fully insured and locally oWned

CALL 0499 509 635

your local business guide

CURTAINS & BLINDS Custom Made

BLINDS

CURTAINS & BLINDS

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

Trust the BLIND specialists!

Plus we sell...

Vertical & Venetian Blinds Panel Glides > Timber Blinds

MAREEBA FLOOR COVERING CENTRE 159 Walsh St, Mareeba P: 4092 5466 M: 0419 736 229

TO IN

Blinds and Curtains

Desiree Siemon

31 Kennedy Hwy, Tolga intoblindstolga@gmail.com ABN: 60 907 697 564

P 4095 5669 F 4095 5797 M 0408 887 701

Tracks > Rods Competitive Curtains & Furnishings BY APPOINTMENT ONLY >Phone: & Accessories 0429 869 023

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

CEC No: A5891084 ACMA Reg No: F0510843

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EMBROIDERY

Phone: 0429 869 023

For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619

96 James Street, Mareeba

For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619

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Carpet & Vinyl > Carpet & Vinyl Tiles > Floating Floors

MAREEBA FLOOR COVERING CENTRE 159 Walsh St, Mareeba P: 4092 5466 M: 0419 736 229

Supply & Lay FREE Measure & Quote

FUEL

24 hour Fuel Service to approved customers (Mareeba only)

7 BOWER ST, MAREEBA INDUSTRIAL PARK P: 4092 2472 • F: 4092 2668 18 MOFFAT ST, RAvENShOE • P: 4097 6888 For Bulk Fuel & Oil Contact Head Office at Miallo 4098 8222

FURNITURE

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

96 James Street,Curtains Mareeba Competitive & Furnishings BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

Trust the FLOOR Covering Man!

Service StationS open to the public

Tracks > Rods > Accessories

Supply & Fit

FLOORS

receive 4¢ per litre discount by presenting this ad

for a free no obligation quote!

BLINDS

Carpet • Vinyl • CeramiCs Floating Floors • Blinds

Mareeba 4092 2800 Atherton 4091 3300

CARPET CLEANING & PEST CONTROL - TABLELANDS Michael & Rheannon Nott - www.1james.com.au Phone: 1800 152 637 - Mobile (R): 0476 243 853

North Queensland Aero Club – Est. 1949

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ELECTRICAL

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

RECREATIONAL FLYING TRAINING Make your dreams come true & learn to fly TODAY! Trial Flights only $150 at Mareeba Airport P: 4092 2043 or E: admin@nqaeroclub.com.au

OPEN 7 Days FOr LuNcH aND DiNNEr

• DOZERS D7R & D7G • SCRAPER • WATER TRUCKS • BODY TRUCK • MINING • FARM CLEARING • ROAD WORKS

FREE MEASURE & QUOTE!

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

HASTIE CENTRE FURNISHINGS

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

business

DIRECTORY I.T

GRAPHIC DESIGN

PLUMBING

North QLD Computer Expert G

Expert Advice, Budget Price HIC D ES

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

Creating high quality artwork with a difference for your business!

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

TIMBER

MAFULLER

plumbing & gas fitting

• Computer Repair • Network Setup • Virus Removal • Advanced Diagnostics • Data Recovery • Free Technical Support ALL WORK 100% GUARANTEED!

Phone Jarod on 0408 139 528 today! Visit www.nqce.com.au for more info.

MOTOR MECHANIC

HANDYMAN

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

0418 791 096

5 Willow Road, Tolga PO Box 385, Tolga Q.4882 en it be nice! PHONE: (07) 4095 4770 Wood FAX: (07) 4095 4758 - Timber Hotline 1800 658 377

For $29 per week

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this spot could be yours!

QBCC: 1039105

Phone the Express today 4092 3464

DOUG WHITTAKER

HANDYMAN LABOUR HIRE

• ProPerty Maintenance • GardeninG • House WasHinG (Jobs under $3300 only)

• Mechanical Repairs for Cars & Light Commercials • Roadworthy Certificates • EFi Diagnostics • Carbon Clean for Diesels & EFi Vehicles

POOL MAINTENANCE

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45 Chewko Road, PO Box 131, Mareeba Phone / Fax: 4092 3563

PH: 0409 855 310

POOL MAINTENANCE & POOL SHOP

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71 BYRNES STREET, MAREEBA

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With PriCes stArting At JUst $28 Per WeeK... Call natasha todAy to find out more!

DIRECTORY your local business guide IRRIGATION

“WE OFFER A COMPLETE ON SITE POOL SERVICE” ALL POOL SUPPLIES INCLUDING FREE WATER TESTING AND EXPERT ADVICE

P: 4092 1443 or 0413 013 297

4 Services and All Mechanical Repairs 4 Roadworthy Inspection Station 74 Byrnes Street, P.O. Box 169, Mareeba Q.4880

Phone 4092 2644 Fax 4092 4220

your local business guide Certain work defined as “building work” in the QBCC legislation may only be undertaken by licensed contractors, or if undertaken by unlicensed contractors, only to the value of $3,300. However, work falling outside that definition may be performed by unlicensed contractors and is not subject to any value limit. To check whether a contractor holds a QBCC licence visit: www.qbcc.qld.gov.au or call the QBCC on 1300 272 272.

PHOTOGRAPHY

Peter Roy Photographer

Weddings Birthdays Sport Portraits Real Estate Special Events

A: 2 9 Iluka Street, Mareeba

IrrIgatIon DesIgn & supply

• Pumps Sales & Repairs • Filtration • Water Tanks & Troughs • Water Treatment • Pool Treatments • Solar Pumping Systems • Reinke Centre Pivot & Lateral Move Irrigators 50 Byrnes Street, Mareeba Phone 4092 7788

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P: 4092 2475 M: 0417 746 140 W: peterroyphotographer.com.au

PLUMBING

LICENSED POOL SAFET Y INSPECTOR

TRAVEL

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

For all security needs call...

Dru ThursTon 0408 913 063

Visit our website: www.fnss.com.au

Without a travel agent you’re on your own!

SELF REMOVAL & STORAGE

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

Self Removal & Storage

TREE LOPPING

Your One Stop Shop for Packaging Materials, Vehicle Hire and Storage Solutions

TABLELANDS TREELOPPING

www.selfremovalstorage.com.au

SKIP BINS

BIGGA SKIPS ACROSS THE TABLELANDS SIZES UP TO 8 METRES PHONE 4095 5182 / 0418 989 155

RAD SKIPS (a subsidiary of skarott’s transport)

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

Call Dennis or Rachel on 4095 4777

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

Call Jon Lambert

P: 4091 5008 M: 0407 575 916 VENUE HIRE HAVING A PARTY OR FUNCTION? We have the perfect venue!

MAREEBA TURF CLUB Spacious open venue, beautiful gardens and all facilities – the perfect setting for all occasions! Race Day Parties, Weddings, Birthdays, Engagements, Business Functions, Christenings, Christmas Parties & more!

Bookings & Info Phone 0427 114 217

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Memoriam

Engagement Notice

Computer Services

Land For Sale

In Loving Memory Of

Tom & Joanne Jerome together with Brian and Teresa Bale have the pleasure of announcing the engagement of...

After hours Personal and Small Business Computer Repairs. Call Grant Pretorius Ph. 0412 060 205.

30 acres - 5km to Mareeba. Power, phone, creek frontage, fenced, good access. $300,000. Ph 0428 314 567.

For Sale

4.8 acres – 5km to Mareeba. Great views, zoned rural, power, phone, bore. $200,000. Ph 0428 314 567.

Box trailer, 1.30m x 2.24m, lockable canopy, 16” wheels. Suit traide or camper - $800. Zodiak pool crawler and hoses - $300 as new. Pool Pump - $250. OzTent 30 Second Tent with extended extra room - $1000. Phone 4092 1172.

Classified deadlines

Carmelo (Charlie) Bonaccorsi 28th June 1931 – 10th May 2015

Our hearts still ache with sadness and many tears still flow, What it meant to lose you no one will ever know. We hold you close within our hearts and there you will remain, To walk with us throughout our lives until we meet again.

RIP Your loving wife Mary, children John, Alfio, Victor & Alfina and their families.

Caitlin Jerome

Cameron Bale

On the 22nd of April, 2016. Love & best wishes from both families.

Church Notices Phone 4092 6888

In Loving Memory

Carmelo Bonaccorsi 28/06/1933 – 10-05-2015

Dad you are missed every day and you are always in our hearts. From your son John, Grace, Charlie and Emily-Rose Bonaccorsi.

Zelmira (Elvira) Merletti 26/06/26 – 12/05/14

A silent thought, a secret tear, Keeps your memory ever dear. No longer in our life to share, But in our hearts you are always there.

9 Park Ave, Mareeba (Former Living Waters)

WORSHIP SERVICE: Sunday 10am & 6pm

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Trades/ Services

Missed every day by your loving daughters Angela, Lorenza, Isabella, Margie and families.

Concreting – drains, ramps, slabs, form work. Anything, Anywhere. For a quote call Kris 0429 062 222.

Pets

Wanted to Rent

Adopt-A-Pet

Two bedroom accommodation in Mareeba. Mid June 2016. $250 per week. Ph 40927196.

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4pm Friday My name is Javlyn. I am a lovely fluffy boy who is very quiet and unobtrusive but friendly and cuddly at the same time. View me on the website www.mareebaanimalrefuge.com.au or phone 40923060.

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PHONE: 4045 1767

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CAIRNS • MOSSMAN • TABLELANDS DAILY

YARRABAH SERVICE TWICE WEEKLY Email: admin@pmcarriers.com 247 Hartley Street, Portsmith

SUPERCLEAN

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

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CARRIERS OF REFRIGERATED AND DRY FREIGHT TO NORTH QUEENSLAND MAREEBA DEPOT: WALLY AMORY PHONE 0421 839 353 ABN 87 010 461 257

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Position Vacant

Journalist The locally owned and independent Express Newspaper on the Atherton Tablelands requires a dedicated full time Journalist to work from our Mareeba Office. The successful applicant will be committed to good, balanced, accurate local news and deliver a great local newspaper to the residents of Mareeba, Atherton, the Tablelands, the Gulf and Peninsula districts. Knowledge of design software would be an advantage.

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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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RECEPTION / ADMINISTRATION / BOOKKEEPING We are looking for a permanent part time administration officer to join our dynamic accounting practice. The position encompasses all aspects of reception as well as some more advanced administration and bookkeeping roles. At this stage the role is expected to be 20 hours per week over 5 days, with the potential to become full time over the long term.

Please send your applications to: Bronwyn Price Email: bronwyn.price@grubersbeckett.com.au By Wednesday 11th May 2016.

RECEPTION / OPTICAL ASSISTANT • 3 Days Per Week, 9am - 5pm • Front of House Role • Casual Rates Apply

If you have: • Office / reception experience • Enjoy customer contact • Computer literacy • A mature and professional approach Deliver your application to Julie at:

John Holme Optometrist 12 Herberton Street, Mareeba Or Email: john@tabopt.com.au Applications close 20th May, 2016.

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What’s Coming Up!

Local Events Calendar

WALKAMIN COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB

AGM FOR 2016

MAY 20th 20th

Mareeba Q.C.W.A. cent sale. Doors open 8am for a 9am start. Entry $3. All welcome. Australians In Retirement meeting. Stan Moses Hall, Atherton. 9.45am for a 10am start.

WEEKLY, FORTNIGHTLY & MONTHLY EVENTS  Q.C.W.A Mareeba hosts Bingo every Thursday from 9am at the Q.C.W.A Hall, Wilkes Street Mareeba.  Q.C.W.A Mareeba self help craft and social morning every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. 9am at the Q.C.W.A Hall, Wilkes Street Mareeba. All members and non members welcome.  PCYC Mareeba Seniors social club meets for games, excursions, trivia every Tuesday from 9.30am to 11.30am at the PCYC Sports Hall 183 Walsh St Mareeba. New members welcome.  Al-Anon Family Groups - Help for family and friends of Alcoholics meets in Atherton & Yungaburra. Ph 1300 252 666.  St George’s Church Indoor Bowls every Tuesday 1pm at St George’s Hall at 53 Constance Street, Mareeba.  Mareeba RSL Club Soup Kitchen meals available every Tuesday, 6pm - 8pm entry via back gate. Everyone welcome. Gold coin donation appreciated. Got an event coming up? Email The Express today! admin@ theexpressnewspaper.com.au

Public Notice The ExprEss NEwspapEr delivers to:

Mareeba, Dimbulah, Kuranda, Walkamin, Tolga, Atherton, Kairi, Malanda, Yungaburra, Ravenshoe, Herberton, Koah, Speewah, Mutchilba, Almaden, Chillagoe, Biboohra, Mt Molloy, Julatten, Mt Carbine, Cooktown, Lakeland, Laura, Normonton, Mt Surprise, Mt Garnet, Croydon, Forsayth, Einsleigh, Karumba, Georgetown, Cairns, Mossman, Port Douglas and many more in between!

PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE TELSTRA MOBILE PHONE BASE STATION: Site Address: 385 Mossman-Daintree Road, Mossman Qld 4873 RFNSA Reference: 4873007 www.rfnsa.com.au/4873007 The proposed upgrade of the existing facility will consist of the replacement of one (1 Off) antennas, together with ancillary equipment and works within the existing shelter. Telstra regards the proposed installation as a Low-Impact Facility under the Telecommunications (Low impact Facilities) Determination 1997 (“The Determination”) based on the description above. Further information including an EME Report can be obtained from Rob Thompson of Kordia Solution, (07) 3907 1477, Robert.Thompson@kordia.com.au. Written submissions should be sent to: Kordia Solutions, Unit 3 / 370 Nudgee Road, Hendra Qld. 4011 By Wednesday, 25th May 2016.

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RESERVE FOR RECREATION PURPOSES R80 BEING LOT 201 AND LOTS 207-13 ON NR7409 - BOOROO STREET, KURANDA DRAFT LAND MANAGEMENT PLAN Mareeba Shire Council has developed a draft Land Management Plan for Reserve for Recreation Purposes R80 being Lot 201 and Lots 207-13 on NR7409, situated at Booroo Street, Kuranda. The Land Management Plan describes the existing uses of the Reserve and sets out the Council’s intention, as Trustee of the Reserve, to allow the development of the land (and part of the adjoining Booroo Street road reserve) as a tourist jungle walk and botanic garden. The proposed development, for which tenders were previously called, will be operated by a local business person and a small entry fee will be payable for admission to the Reserve. The draft plan is open for public comment for a period of 30 days and can be accessed via Council’s website. A copy of the document is also available for viewing at the Council’s ofﬁce at 65 Rankin Street, Mareeba and at the Kuranda Library. It is also proposed that local residents will be given the opportunity to discuss the proposed development on-site at a public meeting called for that purpose. The date and time of this meeting will be advertised separately. Submissions in relation to the draft plan will close at 5.00pm on Monday 13th June, 2016 and should be forwarded to the Chief Executive Ofﬁcer, Mareeba Shire Council, PO Box 154, Mareeba Q 4880. Peter Franks CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PO Box 154 www.msc.qld.gov.au MAREEBA QLD 4880 Phone: 1300 308 461

NOTICE OF TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE THE GREAT WHEELBARROW RACE 13TH - 15TH MAY, 2016 Notice is hereby given under the provision of the “Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act and Regulations 1995” that there will be a road closure to vehicular traffic, as listed, for the purpose of the annual GREAT WHEELBARROW RACE on 13th - 15th May, 2016. (1) Between 8am and 10am Friday 13th May, Byrnes Street, Mareeba, between the intersections of Rankin St and Lloyd St, will be closed western lane north bound. Through traffic detour via Walsh Street. (2) Between 10am and 1pm Friday 13th May, Mareeba Dimbulah Road at Gorge Creek will be reduced to single reversible lane, with traffic controllers. (3) Between 10am and 10pm Friday 13th May, Raleigh Street, Dimbulah will be closed between the intersections of Kennedy Street and Argyle Street. Detour via Kennedy Street. (4) Between 5pm and 10pm, Friday 13th May, Glynn Street, Dimbulah, between Brickley and Raleigh Street will be closed to vehicular traffic. (5) Between 5am and 11am Saturday 14th May, Raleigh Street, Dimbulah will be closed between the intersections of Kennedy Street and Argyle Street. Detour via Kennedy Street. (6) Between 9am and 11am, Saturday 14th May, Burke Development Road, Lappa Range will be reduced to single reversible lane, with traffic controllers. (7) Between 8.00am, Saturday 14th May to 12 noon, Sunday 15th May, Main Street, Almaden will be closed. (8) Between 11am and 2.00pm, Sunday 15th May, Queen Street, Chillagoe will be closed between the intersections of Cathedral Street and Frew Street. Detour via Tower Street. PHONE: 1300 308 461 WEBSITE: www.msc.qld.gov.au

PROPERTY FOR SALE BY TENDER The Public Trustee invites the general public to submit a tender to purchase 2 Ruby Street, Mount Garnet. Described as Lot 16 on Crown Plan MPH24995, County of Cardwell, Parish of Mullaburra. The property is being sold “as is” and the highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. Tenders close at 2:00pm, Wednesday, 1 June 2016 and MUST be in a sealed envelope marked “TENDER – Ref:104-2619884” and addressed to: The Public Trustee, PO Box 656, Cairns 4870. Fiona Justin – Regional Manager Public Trustee Cairns, PO Box 656, Cairns, 4870 Blaze092623

PROPERTY FOR SALE BY TENDER The Public Trustee invites the general public to submit a tender to purchase 22 Garnet Street, Mount Garnet. Described as Lot 1 on Crown Plan MPH24995, County of Cardwell, Parish of Mullaburra. The property is being sold “as is” and the highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. Tenders close at 2:00pm, Wednesday, 1 June 2016 and MUST be in a sealed envelope marked “TENDER – Ref:104-2619884” and addressed to: The Public Trustee, PO Box 656, Cairns 4870. Fiona Justin – Regional Manager Public Trustee Cairns, PO Box 656, Cairns, 4870 Blaze092618

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TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE FOSSILBROOK ROAD CAUSEWAY REPLACEMENT Council will be commencing the restoration of the existing causeway over Saltwater Creek on Fossilbrook Road. This will involve removal of the existing structure and construction of a new causeway. To facilitate the works, notice is hereby given under the Provisions of the Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act 1995 that Fossilbrook Road will be closed to all trafﬁc from 8AM Monday, 16 May 2016. Works are expected to result in the closure until Monday 6 June 2016 inclusive. Any inconvenience is regretted and the cooperation and patience of motorists will be appreciated. In the interest of public safety, please observe all trafﬁc control warning devices. During this period motorists are advised an alternative route is available via the Kennedy Highway. Should you have any enquiries with regard to this matter, please direct them to Council’s Infrastructure Services Administration on 4086 4757. Peter Franks CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PO Box 154 www.msc.qld.gov.au MAREEBA QLD 4880 Phone: 1300 308 461

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Mareeba Bulls – Bessell Cup champions

Under 6 junior Bulls at training in their new shirts: Nash Liaver, Milla Allen, Kenzo Tyler and Quaide Gostelow.

Professional look to junior training A SEA of orange and black has taken over the Mareeba Bulls juniors who are set to roar with their new look training shirts. Last week every junior player at Mareeba United Football Club received their very own training shirt, thanks to support from local businesses. “It’s all part of the club’s goal to create a united and professional approach, not only within the club, but to the whole community,” said Mareeba United Football Club Junior president Jodi Allen. “We want all the players, from juniors to seniors, to feel like they are part of the one club. “They were all so excited to re-

ceive their training shirts and it’s great to see the kids at training in the same uniform. “Training is vital preparation for game day and with these new shirts the kids feel quite special and know they belong to a club. “Hendle’s Sandblasting and Gostelow Limes have come on board as sponsors of the training shirts for the next two years. “Without the support we receive from local businesses things like this would not be possible.” Mareeba United Football Club has 140 players in junior grades from Squirts to Under 14’s.

Bessell Cup champions – the Mareeba Bulls combined Under 13/14 team.

The future of the Mareeba United Football Club looks strong after a combined under 13/14 boys and girls team returned home champions of the 40th annual Bessell Cup. Held in Ayr over the May Day long weekend, the two day football tournament was attended by teams from all over North Queensland. The team made it straight through to the Sunday afternoon grand final after playing five matches undefeated. They faced the NQ Brolgas (Townsville) representative team in the final and after a tightly contested match walked away cup champions, winning 3-2. The young team had the lead though the whole match with the final winning goal hitting the back of the net in the 50th minute. Coach Luch Avolio was ecstatic and proud of his team

after the grand final. “They played out of their skin the whole tournament,” Avolio said. “The Mareeba side was the only club based team, all the other teams were representative sides, so to walk away champions was just amazing. “They played the best of best in North Queensland and they deserved to win. “As a team they only had two training sessions together before the tournament, but if you saw them play you would think they played together every week. “They just gelled and played great together. “The Mareeba Bulls spirit came through.” Mareeba goalkeeper Josh Leporati stared throughout the entire tournament and walked away with an extra trophy after being named Goalkeeper of the Bessell Cup.

Atherton triumph in bowls pennants Atherton have claimed the champions title in the 2016 ‘Atherton Tablelands Bowls Pennants”. The event was held at the Atherton Bowls Club last weekend, where the locals took full advantage of the home green winning all four games. Weipa were once again runners-up, with Mareeba, after a strong finish, fading to be third. Both Weipa and Mareeba finished with two wins, but Weipa had the better

average. Teams from Mossman and Yungaburra also competed. That was first time Atherton has won the title for many years. Members of the club were not actually sure when the last title was won. Division 2 Pennants, held in Cooktown, was won by Cooktown. Atherton will now play the winner of the FNQ Pennants for the right to represent the TFNQDBA District in the zone finals later this year.

PICTURED: Atherton team members (from left): Gordon Bew, Steve Illich, Steve Martin, Andrew McLeod, “Davey” Jones, Clive Leinster, Peter Sorensen, Gary Kriesel, Neil Stubbin, Peter Hitzke, Mal Mackney and Ken Franklin.

Red Devils win thriller THE Highlight of last weeks Mareeba Basketball fixtures was a thrilling 4342 win by the ‘Red Devils’ over ‘Ciggy Butts’, in the mens competition. The encounter provided an excellent display of Basketball by both sides and was one of this seasons best games. Ciggy Butts held a handy 25-18 half time lead, but the Red Devils experienced players Andy Harris and Clinton Camerson, spear headed their comeback after a long break. However Ciggy Butts showed that the championship title is not beyond them, with Fabio Nocella and Warren Thompson both playing strongly. Ciggy Butts competed with Red Devils throughout the last quarter, only going down by a single point.

In earlier mens games, Comets recorded an important 41-33 victory over Young Gs. The other mens fixture between Stingrays and The Express was also closely contested, with The Express narrow winners by 26-24. Junior fixtures on Thursday afternoon and Friday also provided tremendous entertainment. Throughout the various junior grades Mareeba Basketball Association are fortunate to have a good number of talented young players. Orange Tops under 18 side scored a 48-41 win over Pumas in a keenly contested clash. Scoring well for their respective sides were Jeremy McKay (13 points) for Orange Tops and Toby Kerswell (17 points) for Pumas.

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The thrilling game between the Red Devils and Ciggy Butts last week.

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Gators claim first points in local derby

Paul Ruiz scores the winning penalty. Photo by Leevi Elms.

Roosters Saul Lealaitatea crossed for two tries.

By their own admission it wasn’t pretty, but the Mareeba Gladiators scored a valuable 30-26 win over the Atherton Roosters on Saturday night. The Gladiators claimed first points in this years Tableland Cup in an old fashion local derby supported by a packed house at Roosters Stadium. Only goal kicking separated the two sides in the physical encounter. After leading 18-4 at halftime, the Gladiators did well to hold off a fast finishing Roosters outfit for a crucial win. Mareeba coach Josh Stowers said, it was an awesome night for local rugby league and he was very happy with the effort from his team. “As expected it was a tough one in front of a big crowd and a much needed win for us,” Stowers said.

“I thought Sonny Ray, Clint Posselt, Ian King and Kurt Jackson were strong for us in a bruising 80 minutes”. For the Roosters, it was a night full of mistakes and ended their 2016 unbeaten run. Contributing to Mareeba’s 30 was – Sonny Ray (2), Azariah Gutchen (1), Shihan Aue (1), Josh Stowers (1) and Jason Bail (4 goals). While Roosters try scorers were – Saul Lealaitatea (2), Jacob Rivett (1), Tomoli Nawaibalavu (1), Michael Hauraki and Darryl Grant (3 goals). The Roosters won the under 18 match 36-22 and also took the reserve grade honours over Mareeba, 34-20. This Saturday Mareeba host Innisfail, while the Roosters play Ivanhoes on Friday night at Smithfield.

The Mareeba Bulls have walked away with a near clean sweep after picking up four division wins from a possible five last weekend. The Bulls’ men’s premier, youth, second division and reserve teams all came away with the win, while the premier ladies ground out a tough draw at Innisfail’s Steve Corica Oval. But the main show in Innisfail was the premier’s clash, which had the crowd on the edge of their seats for the entire 90 minutes on Saturday night. The Bulls looked the goods early and dominated proceedings for most of the first half, but where unable to find a way past the Cutters' superb defense. The hosts were awarded a dubious free kick on the edge of the box right on half time, and it was former North Queensland Fury payer Lorenzo Sipi, who stepped up to send a rocket into the bottom corner of the net, giving his side a shock 1-0 lead at the break. The second half started as the first half finished, with the Cutters awarded another free kick on the edge of

Bulls dominate weekend clashes

the penalty area. They promptly converted it with a neat curling ball to go 2-0 up as the Bulls started to look in trouble. However, a spirited fightback by Mareeba saw Robert Pendenza and Paul Ruiz level the scores at 2-2. But the Bulls dug themselves into another hole when a clumsy Nicholas Tallarico challenge in the penalty area gave Innisfail a 3-2 lead with just 20 minutes to go. It would be former A-League midfielder Wayne Srhoj who came to Mareeba’s rescue, slotting the ball home to make it 3-all before Paul Ruiz scored his second goal of the night with a penalty kick on the 85th minute to close out the match 4-3. The win is the orange and black’s second on the trot, with coach Alex Srhoj full of praise for the reigning FNQ Football champions. “We showed again why we are champions,” he said. “We are not the best side in the league for no reason, we never give up, we never say never and we find a way to win, and tonight it was great to see the boys dig deep and get through it.”

Srhoj said Mareeba proved they were the better team on the night though the way in which they fought back from 2-0 down. “Whether you win by one goal or 10, three points is three points, and that’s the main focus, but we played some good football, and over all I think we deserved to win,” he said. Meanwhile, the Bulls’ reserves came away with an impressive 8-2 drubbing of the Cutters earlier that day, striker Damian Wildman bagging four goals himself. It was Wildman’s second fourgoal haul of the weekend, after scoring four the night before in Mareeba’s second division 6-0 thumping of Edge Hill. The club’s youth team also look to be finding their feet, working hard to come back from 1-0 down to win 2-1 against last year against Innisfail, who were last year’s grand finalists. And the premier ladies put the competition on notice with a 1-1 draw against the Cutters. Playing with their trademark fighting spirit and character, the team played some fantastic football and could have nabbed a win with a little more luck.

Full weekend of rodeo action and racing thrills Thrills and spills combined to create non-stop action and fun at the annual Mt Garnet Races and Rodeo held over the May Day long weekend. Organisers have hailed the 2016 event ‘one of the biggest and best ever’ with massive crowds flocking to the three day event. This year saw the iconic event return to a combined races and rodeo weekend – which organisers have attributed to the attendance. Clare Cupitt, secretary of the Mt Garnet Amateur Turf Club, said it was the biggest race crowds since the grass-fed racing days. “We were very happy with the turnout at the Saturday races, it was the biggest ever,” she said. The day featured seven races with more than 50 nominations from across the region. Off track, the fashion stakes were high. With a floral theme for the day, men, women and children of all ages showed up in their bright and fabulous creations. “We had the highest nominations ever in this year’s fashions on the field event,” Ms Cupitt said. “It was so great to see so many dressed up – from the kids to the adults. “Having everything back to the one weekend meant it was successful for all – the spirit and atmosphere was just amazing.” Sunday saw a full day of rodeo

action at its best with just under 300 nominations over the full rodeo program. Like Ms Cupitt, Kylie Rankine, secretary of Mt Garnet Rodeo Association, said the event was amazing with an atmosphere to match. “It was just fantastic,” she said. “Comments from spectators was that it ‘just feels right this year. “We had both local and interstate competitors, as well as spectators from overseas. “People came for all over and a huge thanks must go to all competitors for putting on a fantastic show.” The Sunday rodeo also featured a trade show with more than 20 exhibitors down show lane. “There was everything from kids toys to clothes, a jumping castle and more,” Ms Rankine said. “The trade show gives the event a mini show feel and a boost for local businesses. “ Mr Rankine said both committees had worked closely this year to bring the whole event together which resulted in a successful weekend for all involved. Both committees thanked all sponsors and volunteers and the support from all who attended – without which there would be no event.

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