The Express Newspaper 16th December 2015

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End of an era for Year 6 students YEAR six students across the Tablelands formally ended their primary school commitments last week, all graduating in style before embarking on high school life in 2016.

Pictured are Mareeba State Primary School leaders Kara Trimble (Vice Captain), Ellie Fink (Captain), Ben Dayes (Vice Captain) and Chase Burns (Captain), at their graduation ceremony last Thursday.

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Who will run?

– COUNCIL ELECTIONS 2016 –

By Carl Portella

M

ayor of the Mareeba Shire Council, Tom Gilmore, has not yet stated publicly if he will run for the position he has held admirably since the de-amalgamation of the Mareeba Shire from Tablelands Regional Council.

There’s no need to, in fact its common knowledge that Mr Gilmore will again seek to run for

the position, in a bid to consolidate the efforts that he and his team of councillors have accomplished since the new council was formed on January 2, 2014.

With Christmas just a week or so away – and local Government elections looming on March 19 – Who will run against him at the ballot box on election day?

It’s the question on everyone lips; who is brave enough to put their hand up to run against

Tom Gilmore? And if there is someone, where are they?

How can the local electorate make an informed decision on new candidates,when they will have just a matter of weeks to dissect the information prior to making a decision?

There is no doubt about it, the performance of this council under his leadership has done extraordinary things; some of them difficult at times, but mostly fair to all without losing focus on the fu-

ture and what this council set out to achieve from very humble beginnings.

The newly formed team seeking election on March 19 next year comprising of spokesperson Alan Pedersen, Nipper Brown, Karen Ewin, Mary Graham, Kevin Davies and Allan Holmes have given Mr Gilmore the ultimate compliment in not putting forward a candidate to run against him.

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Graduates sign off in style

By Justin Fris MAREEBA State School captains Chase Burns and Ellie Fink addressed their peers for the final time at last Thursday afternoon’s graduation and spoke of their love for representing their school at all events.

“As one of the school leaders, I’ve had many opportunities to participate in school-based activities,” Chase said.

“All have been worthy and well worthwhile. Whether it was fundraising, or helping in the playground.”

Ellie Fink said: “I will look back on my time here with a sense of pride, affection and dignity. I think I can speak for the Year 6 cohort, when I say that we will cherish our memories here.”

MSS Principal Mandy Whybird provided a broad snap-

shot on how the landscape had changed since the ‘Class of 2015’ began in 2008.

‘Graduation ceremonies are always significant,” she said.

“They are a significant moment of achievement and the beginning of a new phase of change.”

She added: “Seven years ago – when you first came through the gates – Kevin Rudd was the Prime Minister of Australia, Barack Obama was inaugurated as US President and swine flu was declared an international epidemic.

“In all that time since then, you have all gained a wealth of educational and life experience.

“As you know from the excursions, camps and the classroom activities, your life is made up so much more than classroom lessons.”

Thursday afternoon marked a special moment for several families, including Rebecca Magro and her son Ryan. Photo by Peter Roy.

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At the recent annual award ceremony for Overflow FNQ stores, Mareeba rated heavily across several sectors, including: 1st in overall performance, 1st in shrinkage (least amount of stolen or damaged goods), 2nd in highest sales percentage increase and 2nd in overall GP percentage increase.

It only takes one quick stride into the store to understand why they have performed so well over a sustained period.

Staff are pleasant, upbeat and always keen to assist whoever is in need.

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NQ irrigation proposal launch KATTER’s Australia Party trio – Bob Katter (Federal Member for Kennedy), Robbie Katter (Member for Mt Isa) and Shane Knuth (Member for Dalrymple) – recently launched their new proposal for irrigation in the region.

Speaking in Townsville, Bob Katter said the proposal put forward would effectively have ‘something for everyone’.

“Successive Queensland Governments have in the last 25 years given out virtually no irrigation licences,” he said.

“In fact the whole mid-west region, an area the size of Victoria that in the main requires no land clearing permits, has had only one irrigation development in the last 26 years.

“The last LNP Government issued irrigation licences that could be counted on the fingers of one hand; and the bulk of those were to corporate or

Katter’s Australia Party trio – Bob Katter, Robbie Katter and Shane Knuth.

near-corporate operations.

“So the LNP Government gave no benefit to anyone, but indicated they were ‘looking into it’.

“Well, every Government for the last 26 years has been ‘looking into it’ and according to their press releases they’ve burnt up over $103 million of public funds, for not the slightest scintilla of benefit.

“The Federal Government’s been there for two years and nothing – just talk.”

He added: “Yet every river and major creek north of the Flinders River runs near enough to every year.

“The ridiculous nature of this is that no matter how many rivers and dams you build, how much you irrigate, the giant rivers of the Gulf will run every year at the start of the year and be a series of waterholes late in the year.”

What will next year’s Council elections bring for local people?

From Page 1 No one has yet put their hand up to run against Mr Gilmore and with just a little over three months remaining, time is surely running out.

Residents of the Southern Tablelands however, seem content with the mayoral candidates that have come forward.

Rod Marti and Peter Hodge have both announced their candidacy for the mayoral position at the TRC; and unknown entity Paul Kneubuhler seems to have thrown his hat into the ring.

Jim Chapman, former Mayor of the Atherton Shire Council, spoke with The Express last

week, encouraging locals to step forward and be counted.

Mr Chapman was Mayor of the Atherton Shire for 20 years, until he retired when the four Tableland shires amalgamated in 2008.

“Anyone who wants to run for a council position doesn’t need a wealth of experience, but common sense is essential; the experience will come as you get on with the job,” he said.

“The important thing is that you do it for the right reason; and that reason should be based around your community, the whole community. Not just where you live and how you can help to make it better and grow and prosper into the future.

Former Atherton Shire Mayor Jim Chapman would like to see fresh faces at the Tablelands Regional Council.

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As the election date gets closer, more candidates will more than likely come forward in both the Mareeba Shire and the Tableland Regional Council. Residents can only hope that there is a Jim Chapman among them.

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A habit of excellence Finnian Weaver, Tristan Burford-Baynes and Alex Barbir.

Clayre is a talented writer, with a developed SEVERAL students at Mareeba State High School (MSHS) continue to clear academic hur- love for English. Her passion began after she commenced high school. dles with relevant ease.

“At the start of the year, I was very excited to With a balanced approach to both academic and sporting success, Mareeba’s future in second- begin high school, as I knew it would open up a number of opportunities,” she said. ary education appears to be in good hands.

“It meant I could branch out into the fields that Christina Ellacott – who works as MSHS’s gifted education mentor – has worked closely I like. And then as the year continued on, I started with several high performing students this year achieving academically – I wasn’t used to this, as including: Clayre Girgenti, Alice Sibthorpe, I’d never achieved that highly in primary school.

“I was an average student; and to just bloom in high school, it has been absolutely amazing.”

Recently, Clayre’s poem entry in the ‘Write4Fun’ competition has been shortlisted, meaning that her work will be published. Her theme for the entry was extremely unique.

“My entry was a 16 line poem and it’s called ‘merely friends’,” she said. “It’s about the connection between two people (based on her online conversations with a friend on Skype).”

Year 9 student Alice Sibthorpe grew up briefly in Chad (Africa) as a child and moved to Mareeba a few years ago.

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school, so I was able to learn the language fluently there,” she said.

“And then when I was eight, we moved here and I didn’t have much of a chance to learn French, as not many places offer it as a subject.

“Then when I came here (to Mareeba) I heard about ‘Distance Ed’, and I started doing French through that.”

She added: “This year, I got an opportunity to go to France for three and a half weeks. It was really fun. I loved the different culture.”

Finnian (‘Finn’) Weaver recently broke a town record, swimming 400 laps of the Mareeba swimming pool.

This arduous challenge was all in the name of a good cause, with Finn aiming to raise $4000 for the Indie Rose foundation.

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Away from the pool, Finn enjoys Health and Physical Education (HPE) lessons – and hopes to study paramedical science further along down the line.

“I love doing experiments (in science lessons),” he said. “I’m looking forward to Chemistry and Physics next year and the ‘Brain Bee’ competition.”

Ms Ellacott also outlined the significant achievements of Tristan Burford-Baynes and Alex Barbir, who were absent from the photo.

Tristan – a Year 10 student – will complete a work experience placement under the guidance of Dr Earnest Jennings at JCU, off the back of his fantastic academic year.

Alex, who recently graduated from high school, completed two online university subjects this year via Central Queensland University, receiving a credit and distinction.

With such a broad range of success and the passion from Principal Scott Whybird and staff, there has never been a better time to be a part of MSHS.

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Mayor Scott encouraged by position

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Cook Shire Mayor Peter Scott with Qld Premier Annastasia Palaszczuk amid a scenic Cooktown backdrop.

AS local government pauses for the festive season, Cook Shire Council Mayor Peter Scott is upbeat about the overall 2014/2015 financial performance of the jurisdiction.

“I’m really pleased with the 201415 Cook Shire Annual Report,” he said.

“It’s very user friendly and provides a really good succinct summary of the Council’s current financial position.

“Anyone can pick it up and easily understand Council’s position and why. I encourage people to have a read and when they have they’ll better understand the tight situation Council is constantly in.

“And then they can put the report down, look around and see what we’ve got. We’ve done pretty well.”

Despite the ‘tight’ nature of the

Budget, the CSC has been able to provide much needed assistance to several community organisations throughout the year.

Council was able to provide $46,511 to several art and project event applicants via the Regional Arts Development Fund (partnered by Arts Qld and the CSC).

Some of the lucky applicants included: Viva La Discovery ($6,220), Forty Eight Days ($10,000 – Cooktown Re-anactment Association), Musical Ship Workshops ($1,300), Gallipoli 100 Year Memorial Outdoor Area ($6,500 – Cooktown RSL Sub-Branch) and Banks Florilegium 2 ($12,656 – Vera Scarth Johnson Gallery Association inc).

Major events also received a massive boost in the Shire, with the Cooktown Show Association ($10,000),

Disaster training In preparation for the looming cyclone season, the Mareeba Shire Council recently conducted a series of full disaster management training exercises, by activating the Local Disaster Co-ordination Centre (LDCC) and running several simulated outcomes.

“The training played out a number of scenarios which might be typical of those issues expected to arise during a cyclone event or other disasters. Scenarios such as how to deal with structural damage, flooded areas, and power lines down,” Mayor Tom Gilmore said.

Mayor Tom Gilmore said that this exercise was a critical part of the council’s preparation to ensure the safety of citizens. “The LDCC is the co-ordination centre which receives calls from persons in distress and then the calls are tasked to the various agencies such as the SES, Ergon, the Police and the Ambulance Service,” he said.

There was approximately 40 Council staff involved, all of whom have volunteered to be in attendance in the event of an emergency caused by a disaster situation.

Cooktown Races ($5000) Far North Qld Hospital Foundation ($5000) Cape York Folk Club ($5000), Cooktown Re-enactment Association ($5000) and Our CDF ($5000) all getting a timely boost for their centrepiece events.

The CSC also provided $10,425 in Community Development grants, which were allocated across a wide variety of organisations.

Some of these included the Cooktown Horse Sports Association ($900), Full Boar Thai Boxing Club ($2000), Roseville and District Citizens Association ($1080) and the Kalan Enterprises Aboriginal Corporation ($2000).

Several concessions were also made available to ratepayers across the Cook Shire, including $41,704.39 of funds which were divided up amongst 299 pensioners living in the region.

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Insight into health of residents THE Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service have recently released data in regard to overall health in the Far North – and it doesn’t bode well for the Mareeba Shire or the Southern Tablelands.

Study findings indicate that more women in the region are exercising less (50.3 per cent) and smoking more (16 per cent) than the overall state averages (57.7 per cent for exercise, 12.1 per cent for smoking) suggest.

It appears men exercise more in the Mareeba Shire, with the region’s average of 66.2 per cent well ahead of the 62.6 average.

Chronic alcohol use in the region still appears to be a major issue, with people drinking at risky levels either once a week or over a sustained period.

8.8 per cent of females within the Mareeba Shire drink to excess at least once a week (state average 6.6 per cent) compared with males at 20.7 per cent (state average 22.7 per cent).

Adult Community Health Services Team Leader, Matthew Cowan, said chronic disease rates in the Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service area continued to be significantly higher than other areas of Queensland.

“Poor lifestyle choices are the single biggest factor to someone developing a chronic disease,” he said.

“Unfortunately the healthier lifestyle messages are not resonating with the community and as a result we continue to have extremely high rates of chronic disease.”

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Tom Gilmore said there were no real surprises in the data, with the findings uniform across several Far North jurisdictions.

Despite the negative nature of the findings, Mayor Gilmore said there were a wealth of positive exercise and fresh produce options for those living within the MSC region.

“The Mareeba Shire is replete with sporting and exercise activities,” he said. “The simple activity of walking is always an option here – whether it is along our many footpaths or down near the Bicentennial Lakes precinct.

“In terms of organised team sports, we have soccer, rugby league, (cricket) and squash. There really is an even spread of opportunity for exercise.”

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Last days to get your tickets in the annual Lions Club of Atherton ‘Mega Christmas Hamper’ stand. Lions will be at Atherton Square (the Woolworths centre) until Wednesday, December 23, with the winning ticket drawn at 3pm.

This year’s raffle proceeds are being put towards a new project – ‘iPads for Autism’ – which the local club is working on in conjunction with Tablelands Respite Care Association here in Atherton.

In the Atherton area alone, almost 30 children and young adults with communication difficulties have been identified as eligible to benefit from this project.

The iPads will come with protective covers and the ProLoQuo2Go app, which enables the user to develop the skills to communicate with others, helping towards a greater community inclusion. For some service users, this device may be their only means of communication.

Training for users, carers and teachers will also be covered in the project.

Kevin Ramke with boxes of glasses (about 500 pairs) that have already been sent around the world.

Lions are out and about in their communities spreading the LEHP message.

The Lions Eye Health Program (LEHP) is a community-based education program that allows Lions clubs, community organisations and individuals to promote healthy vision and raise awareness of the causes of preventable vision loss.

You can get involved and help out by donating your old seeing glasses to the Lions Club of Atherton. Glasses can be dropped into LJ Hooker Atherton, or you call Kevin Ramke on 4091 3144 for more information and other ways that you can make a difference and get involved with this program.

All donated glasses are shipped off to countries all around the world to people in need.

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By Justin Fris A groundswell of public support is forming for the Queensland thoroughbred racing industry, in light of planned cuts to country racing by the Palaszczuk Government.

Locally, the future of regular race meetings in both Cooktown and Mareeba is under threat, along with cuts to prize money.

The following exert is from the tabled Tracking to Sustainability report, which outlines the proposed impacts to Queensland regional horse racing, from July 1, 2016.

1) The removal of the Country Queensland Showcase Series (which is TAB covered), the Celebrate Country Series and the Sustain Country Series. The feedback from the consultations was that the various country racing series do not provide the same level of value to the community as standard non-TAB meetings.

2) A further reduction in the number of non-TAB meetings, where clubs that race between four to seven times a year are reduced to three meetings each. The intention

The future of country racing in Queensland is currently under a dark cloud.

of reducing these meetings is to increase field sizes at nearby TAB courses, allowing clubs to run on a four monthly basis for community benefit. Clubs may obtain funding for an additional race meeting or meetings from alternative sources (i.e. sponsors, regional councils) and community action.

In that event, RQ will facilitate the conduct of any such meeting, agreeing an appropriate date with the club in question. RQ may also be willing to provide an additional meeting or meetings subject to the club providing adequate subsidisation of the stewarding and race day costs incurred by RQ. 3) A reduction in strategic and nonstrategic prizemoney levels.

4) A reduction in the per meeting subsidy payment for strategic non-TAB meetings to $1,000 and limiting the value add prizemoney for non-TAB prizemoney to 50 per cent of sponsorship raised. The intention of this measure is to direct clubs to use sponsorship moneys to maintain facilities and provide community events.

5) As a longer term strategy, using a portion of the funds saved from the above, RQ intends to develop a regional hub and spoke

based model for country racing whereby: 6) A central hub in each region will be upgraded to TAB status and will race on a regular basis; and the remaining clubs in the region will race once or twice per year.

Since the planned cuts have been announced, the Palaszczuk Government cabinet has been reshuffled, with Grace Grace (Member for Brisbane Central) replacing Bill Byrne as Racing Minister.

Ms Grace – who is also holds the Employment and Multicultural Affairs portfolios – has made no public comment on the report, nor outlined her experience within the racing industry.

Mareeba Turf Club secretary John Thurlow said there had been a fantastic response from both locals and members within the industry since the unwanted news came to light.

“There’s been a fantastic groundswell of support for us,” he said. “The whole of Qld racing have really come together.

“We are in the process of creating a ‘Save our Country Racing’ Facebook page, along with preparing a petition which people can sign at our Boxing Day meet.”

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The local management arrangements (LMA) project Stage 2 involved significant investigations and strategic due diligence with business proposals developed for each of the schemes.

To implement the next stage of the project, the Department of Energy and Water Supply is calling expressions of interest for the positions of Chairperson and Board Members for the Bundaberg, Mareeba–Dimbulah, Lower Mary and Burdekin– Haughton LMA Stage 3 interim boards.

The interim boards will undertake further work developing the business proposals and addressing any outstanding issues before submitting their reports to Government for consideration.

The boards will comprise up to five skills-based members (including the Chairperson). Two of the members will be independent or non-irrigator members. The positions will be remunerated.

For a copy of the position description and selection criteria for the role of Chairperson and Board Member email LMA@dews.qld.gov.au Expressions of interest addressing the selection criteria should be submitted by Monday 8th February 2016 to LMA@dews.qld.gov.au.

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TRC to overhaul tender process ATTENDING Tablelands Regional councillors (Cr Hodge, Cr Stocker, Cr Linwood and Mayor Lee Long) voted unanimously in favour of procedural changes to the TRC’s tendering process on December 3.

The vote means that from now on, the TRC will no longer publicly disclose tender prices prior to deliberation in meetings, as they are now classified as ‘confidential’.

Once meeting minutes have been successfully ratified at the ensuing meeting, the TRC will post online both a summary and rank of tender hopefuls – however no individual prices will be listed.

Report author Susanne Andres (TRC – Manager Finance) said the changes would allow for a more transparent, confidential process.

“Currently, (the) Tablelands Regional Council conducts public tender openings unless otherwise stated in the tender documentation.

“All submissions are treated as commercial in confidence, apart from the respondents’ names and the lump sum tender figures.

“Once awarded by Council, the successful tender is added to the publically published Register of Contracts. No other information is

Cook Shire to help community THE Cook Shire Council will be providing $20,000 towards local community projects, as part of the Economic Development and Community Services Grant program.

Eight different projects were approved for funding under the program, which will be open for applications again in 2016.

‘Clean Up Cape York’ was funded for $2000 for a public education campaign to clean up litter on the Cape.

The Cooktown school Parents and Citizens

Association was approved for $1990 of funding to go towards shaded tables and seating for the primary and secondary school.

The Queensland Country Women’s Association Cooktown Branch will receive $1951 to be used for advertising banners and a new fridge. Australia Pacific Lodges will receive $5000 to be used for the annual Mungumby and Cooktown mountain bike events.

The Cooktown Chamber of Commerce and Tourism was approved for funding of $5000 to

THE Atherton Landfill will be temporarily closed until December 28, while various construction works are completed at the facility.

There is currently no ability to access mulch or drop off green waste, steel or general landfill waste at the site.

However, the Transfer Station is still operational with domestic recyclable and household waste able to be received.

As an alternative, green waste and steel can be taken to the Herberton Transfer Station on Syme Road, Herberton, which is open

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The Wawu Dabaar Teaching Circle was approved for partial funding of $2000 to be used for creating indigenous educational resources and workshops. The Cooktown Community Church was approved for $1041.60 for the annual Carols by Candlelight and the Cooktown Multicultural Festival Association was approved for $2000 to go towards the multicultural festival.

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released publically.”

She added: “The whole tender process should be auditable, transparent and accountable, but there is a requirement to treat tender documentation confidential.

“In view of this, the fact that Council awards contracts based on publically available officer reports makes it difficult to relay the full information needed for Council to make an informed decision.

“It also exposes councillors and officers to increased lobbying by tenderers, which compromises good governance.”

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seven days a week from 8am to 5pm whilst the Atherton Landfill is closed.

Commercial operators will need to utilise the Springmount Waste Management Facility on Springmount Road, Mareeba.

The TRC apologises for the inconvenience.

Buy, save and support and our community will suffer.

“We trust that the EDF will diligently work for holistic solutions which deliver the best multiplier effect to the economy.

“In the past we have seen short-sightedness and nepotism or favoritism be the ruin of some well meaning investment schemes.

“The EDF is small and targeted and will hopefully stick to finding the best bang for the Tablelands for each buck it invests.”

Barron Valley Hotel manager Ryan Charrington said locals may not be aware of the impacts of not supporting local business.

“Many do not realise that each dollar spent outside of Atherton never comes back, whereas a dollar spent in Atherton at local businesses circulates and also helps keep our employment numbers up,” he said.

THE Atherton Chamber of Commerce (AoC) is encouraging residents on the Southern Tablelands to remain loyal and supportive to local business.

With the festive season only a heartbeat away, many could easily jump into their cars to Cairns and spend up big.

However under the guidance of the AoC and the Tablelands Regional Council, SHOP TABLELANDS is a concept encouraging locals to support local jobs and the economy.

Through the tireless work of TRC economic development officer Nicole van Beuningen, this concept has been financially supported since 2014.

AoC vice president Christine Doan said: “The Economic Development Fund (EDF) has been welcomed by (the local) Chambers,” she said.

“We know that without a strong and sustainable economy, our environment

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"Building a Better Future Together"

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What a great school we have! Our Mareeba, it is something we are proud of.

The many successes you see here are part of the great school culture we have in Mareeba.

In 2016, we will invite you to be part of the Mareeba State High School journey. With a focus on Achievement, Community and Teaching – Mareeba High is looking for a great start to the year. I wish you all a safe and restful holiday period and I look forward to another productive and successful year in 2016.

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Lions Youth of the Year

Caitlin Goodhew, Aiden Lowe-Brock Carla Newlands

Tropical Arts 59th Annual FNQATA One Act Play Festival

Flag Raising Ceremony In a visual display of celebration, performance and powerful symbolism the representative groups gave us all a sense of the pride and shared understanding toward a positive future.

Mareeba State High Performing Arts Excellence class hit the stage in July at the Centre of Contemporary Arts in Cairns performing the opening act “Living with Lady Macbeth”

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8th Year Mareeba High students have represented the school at the State Final Tristan Burford- Baynes, Jessica Heggie, Mateen Latif and Bradley Newlands

Year 9 Mathematics Enrichment Camp Extension mathematics students from across the Tablelands were given the opportunity to work with like-minded students and extend their mathematical abilities at the annual Year 9 Tablelands Mathematics Enrichment Camp.

After months of rehearsals, eleven students travelled to Brisbane on 14th July to represent Mareeba State High School as part of Creative Generation – State Schools on Stage.

French Gold Award Brisbane School of Distance Education, French Gold Award for Year 9 Student, Alice Sibthorpe

2016 ENROLMENTS

The right choice for your child! Enrolments are now being taken for Year 6 students entering Year 7 at High School in 2016. Enrolment Packages are available from Student Services. For further information please contact the school office on 4086 2777 (option #1), or email info@mareebashs.eq.edu.au

Mathematic Success Jessica Heggie is currently attendin g Curious Minds STEM Camp in Canberra this week. Sam Harris achieved the most outstanding resu lt in 2015 and received a Prize in the Australian Mathematics Competi tion.

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The hotel operates on a solid menu, with several quality dishes offered each night at a refreshingly affordable price.

Malanda Hotel manager Sharon Graham said the venue provided an excellent backdrop for functions and is the largest wooden hotel in all of Australia.

“We always like to provide a family-friendly atmosphere, with good old fashioned service at a good price,” she said.

Monday night’s speciality are $1 oysters (natural or Kilpatrick), which is followed up by ‘2 for Tuesday’ – where patrons can purchase two meals off the Tuesday set menu for $25, which rotates each week.

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If you are feeling peckish over the weekend, the ‘Big Breaky’ ($13.50) will cater to your needs. Lunch is served daily between 10am and 2pm, with breakfast options included.

The difference with the Malanda Hotel is about their unrivalled desire to provide quality service to the patrons.

Mrs Graham said that she encourages her staff to converse with customers and build up a solid, genuine rapport. This naturally ensures a happy environment for both parties.

So if you are keen to experience a quality, filling and enjoyable pub experience with those who matter to you, the Malanda Hotel should be your first destination on the Tablelands.

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COOKTOWN has another reason to be proud, after an impressive result was attained at the recent Queensland Health excellence awards.

Deidre Murphy (pictured) – who was one of four finalists in her leadership category – was awarded a ‘highly commended’ for her leadership and involvement with the Cooktown Cluster Midwifery Group Practice.

Ms Murphy said the formation of the practice was very much a ‘team effort’; and praised all that had worked alongside her.

“It’s been a dedicated effort by all the staff here at Cooktown – midwives, nurses, doctors and non-clinical staff – and we’ve also been strongly supported by the maternity unit at Cairns Hospital and by the Cook Shire Council,’’ she said.

“I’d also like to take the opportunity to pay special tribute to our Director of Medical Services at Cooktown, Dr Tash Coventry, who lobbied strongly for more

SHOPPERS who visit Coles Mareeba have the opportunity to assist families and young children impacted by cancer this Christmas.

Facilitated by both Coles and ‘Redkite’, the five week campaign gives everyone an opportunity to purchase a $2 ‘Redkite’ donation card – with proceeds put toward financial and emotional support for those battling the disease.

Redkite General Manager Marketing and Fundraising, Monique Keighery said: "We know that demand for Redkite's support, including financial help and counselling sessions, increases in December when families often face additional pressures,” she said.

“By buying a $2 donation card at Coles supermarket counters this festive season, shoppers can help children and young people with cancer and their families when they need it most."

Coles State General Manager for QLD, Paul Brad-

shaw, encouraged local shoppers to get behind the campaign to support sick kids and their families this Christmas.

“Cancer touches the hearts of so many of our customers and team members so we wanted to give locals the opportunity to show their support this Christmas.”

The Christmas fundraising campaign for Redkite at Coles supermarkets ends on December 29, 2015.

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than 10 years for the return of birthing services to the region.

“I think all of us here at Cooktown feel a strong sense of shared satisfaction at the success of the new service and are looking forward to many more babies to come.’’

Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service Board Chair Bob McCarthy said Ms Murphy had been involved with the birthing service project for two years.

“Throughout the past year of operation and the previous period of establishment, Deirdre exhibited a tireless commitment to high professional standards, attention to detail and an ability to consult widely and effectively.

“With astute interpersonal skills and exceptional leadership, Deirdre’s dedication to ongoing academic and clinical up-skilling ensured the new midwifery team developed into a highly functioning entity.”

The Mayor, Councillors and staff wish all residents of Mareeba Shire Council a merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year.

We wish to advise the following Christmas and New Year office closures. tHURSDAY, DecembeR 24, 2015 to JAnUARY 4, 2016: All council offices and libraries will be closed from 12pm on Thursday, December 24 and will re-open on Monday, January 4, 2016. emeRgencieS: For all emergencies during this closure period please phone 1300 308 461.

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Adam Harvey is most at home in his bar with an acoustic guitar – it is there he gathers his friends for an after hours sing along with a few beers and his trademark one liners.

Adam Harvey is self-effecting, but the accolades he has received over his 20 year career as a country artist are a mile long.

He has made some mighty fine records over the years and now adding to the list is ‘Harvey’s Bar’ – The Backyard Sessions.

This latest album was recorded at home with Adam surrounded by his friends. The finished product shows a man at the peak of his powers, relaxed and in celebratory mode - the songs are infectious.

The album includes some great originals such as – Harvey’s Backyard, Just Another Player in A Band and Alcoholaday, plus many others.

Tickets are now on sale at the Mareeba RSL. $30.00 adults and $15.00 for children – the perfect Christmas present for all Adam Harvey fans.

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STAR WARS VII – THE FORCE AWAKENS, promises to be one of the most pulsating action movies of recent years and you can be one of the first to see it this Thursday.

Star Wars VII is a continuation of

the saga created by George Lucas and set thirty years after Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi (1983), with an all star cast that includes Harrison Ford and Mark Hamill.

Also continuing this week are the delightful Christmas movie – LOVE THE COOPERS, as well as the amusing and entertaining family film – HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 2.

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The cast and crew of Mareeba Theatre Group’s 2015 show ‘Grease’.

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FOR the cast and crew of Mareeba Theatre Group’s showstopper performance ‘Grease’, the final product is a delicate mixture of passion, dedication and hard work.

Director Ida Portella’s unique take on a timeless classic has enthralled audiences in Mareeba, with people travelling from as far as Innisfail for the shows.

Together with choreographer Maree Gear, the duo created a uniquely comical, yet accurate portrayal of the original film.

Whilst travelling, Ida managed to pur-

chase a 2nd edition copy of the original film script. The performance is starkly different to the internationally acclaimed musical.

“We adapted much of the script to suit our performance,” she said.

“We made sure that we included all of the classical lines and ensured that it really related to the original movie.”

The cast began rehearsals all the way back in May. There were countless hours of not only remembering lines, but also learning particular dance moves.

“When we started rehearsal at the end of April, early May, not many of the cast

had really danced before,” Ida said.

“What Maree Gear has done in terms of choreography and assisting with this process has been absolutely incredible.”

Despite a few hurdles prior to opening night (illness and a torn Achilles), ‘Grease’ hit the ground running from the off.

More shows were scheduled – such was the demand – along with a special charity night, which assisted two local not-for-profit organisations.

“We decided to organise a ‘Charity Night’ at one of our additional shows, where we picked two local not-for-profit or-

Christmas night markets – family fun and shopping THE last night of the ‘Christmas Night Markets’ in Mareeba is this Friday night. For the past few years the Christmas Night Markets at the Mareeba Post Office centre have provided a fun, relaxed and enjoyable night out for families and friends. The night markets have run every Friday night in December.

Speciality shops in the centre are open, plus there are endless market stalls and you won’t go hungry with delicious food and drinks available all night. Christmas carols will keep you entertained and Santa is there for the kids, plus face painting and a colouring in competition with great prizes up for grabs. Santa Photos are also available.

The night markets at the Mareeba post office centre run from 5pm to 9pm, this Friday night, December 18.

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“We needed to support our local notfor-profit organisations, so we decided to split the profits from the evening to both the Mareeba Golf Club and the Mareeba Animal Refuge, who both received $2,270 each.”

But in any production by the Mareeba Theatre Group, the cast are not only the stars of the show. Plenty of local, hard working people volunteer their time to help enhance the viewing experience.

“I’d not only like to pay tribute to the cast, but to all of our backstage crew,” she said.

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The LAND

Emotions run high

MAREEBA LIVEWEIGHT CATTLE

MARKET REPORT Prime Quotes (c/kg) Butcher’s steers Butcher’s heifers WhOLesALe cOWs expOrt sLAughter BuLLOcks expOrt sLAughter cOWs expOrt sLAughter BuLLs

Audiences listened intently during the first week of ‘Rural Debt and Drought’ taskforce meetings.

EMOTIONS have run high in regional Queensland, after the first of several meetings of the bi-partisan government ‘Rural Debt and Drought’ taskforce were held last week.

Chaired by the Member for Mt Isa Robbie Katter (KAP state crossbencher), residents in several towns had an opportunity to listen and actively outline their concerns to members of the taskforce.

Mr Katter said: “The meetings were very well attended. I wouldn’t say big crowds, but very well attended in the fact that it’s a quiet time of the year and people can be busy and preoccupied.

“We’ve got a good cross section of people from all the towns we have been in, which included business owners,

pub owners, property owners and financial consultants.

“The common theme is that there is a lot of pain out there. There are some big structural problems out in these major regional communities and they need some big solutions.”

He added: "Practices like engineered defaults, foreclosures and the revaluing of properties during the drought have severely undercut the agricultural industry in the west – the taskforce is vital to addressing this issue."

"These are viable businesses that desperately need a supportive financial structure through systems like Multi-peril insurance or a debt reconstruction facility.”

store Quotes (c/kg) NeW stOre steers DrOughtMAster record stOre heifers BrAhMAN stOre MALes cOWs & cALVes uNit

toP 262.0 251.0 200.0 NO QuOte NO QuOte NO QuOte

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toP 316.2 253.0 279.0 $830

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ALL VeNDOrs pLeAse NOte: tO AchieVe fuLL cOMpetitiON ON YOur cAttLe, MAke sure YOu Are fuLLY AccreDiteD With the MLA AND hAVe A curreNt NAtiONAL VeNDOr DecLArAtiON

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

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

It’s on !

KP MANGO COMPETITION BROUGHT TO YOU BY MDFVGA AND THE EXPRESS NEWSPAPER

WE’RE LOOKING FOR THE HEAVIEST KP MANGO (KENSINGTON PRIDE MANGO) IN THE REGION! COMPETITION OUTLINE:          

The mango must be Kensington Pride variety only Mango must be photographed on electronic scales clearly showing the weight The Mango must be viewed by a member of The Express Newspaper team or Joe Moro from MDFVGA The mango must not be tampered with in any way The competition is open to all farmers and budding farmers in the region Prizes: 1st place $500 - 2nd place $300 - 3rd place $200 The competition will close on Sunday January 31st Winner will be announced at the end of the harvest season The heaviest mango will be declared the winner All mangoes will be retained by the Editor of The Express for verification and consumption

START GROWING YOUR MANGOES NOW!!

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Expresso 

Your Weekly Horoscopes March 21 to Apr 20 Aries

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

Wednesday 16th

Thursday 17th

Friday 18th

Saturday 19th

Sunday 20th

Monday 21st

Tuesday 22nd

Tide Times 0539 0.95 1243 2.56 1942 1.37

Tide Times 0102 1.77 0643 1.15 1405 2.50 2126 1.22

Tide Times 0258 1.84 0815 1.30 1521 2.50 2221 1.03

Tide Times 0423 2.05 1001 1.32 1626 2.52 2307 0.83

Tide Times 0530 2.31 1113 1.24 1724 2.54 2351 0.63

Tide Times 0627 2.58 1210 1.14 1817 2.54

Tide Times 0033 0.46 0718 2.82 1301 1.06 1904 2.52

Max 29o Min 21o

Max 33o Min 19o

You could expand your circle of friends if you get involved in unusual activities. You should channel your efforts into getting rid of bad habits.

April 21 to May 21 Taurus

Max 29o Min 19o

Max 28o Min 20o

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.

Your attitude is changing rapidly and your plate is overloaded.

Don’t be afraid to make additions to your house. A romantic infatuation from your past may surface if you frequent places.

Gemini

Max 32o Min 18o

Brown Sugar Spiced Glazed Christmas Ham

150g brown sugar ¼ cup apple cider vinegar 60g Dijon mustard 1 tsp ground allspice ¼ tsp cardamom ½ tsp cinnamon Cloves

May 22 to June 21

Method 1. Combine brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, allspice, cardamom and cinnamon in a bowl.

2. Poke whole cloves into scored ham.

3. Rub all over scored ham, place in a roasting pan and cook, basting occasionally, until golden.

June 22 to July 22

You can help a close friend find solutions to personal problems.

Loss is evident if you don’t consider all the angles. Do not get involved with individuals who are already committed to others.

Leo

Max 32o Min 20o

Ingredients

Don’t be too quick to spend money. Romance is quite possible if you are willing to approach someone who interests you.

Travel will promote romantic connections.

Cancer

Max 30o Min 20o

C R O S S

WORD SEARCH

July 23 to Aug 22

You can have a working relationship with children if you exercise patience and understanding of the dilemmas they face. You may be angry if someone tries to take credit for something you did.

Virgo

Aug 23 - Sept 23

Your lover will be extremely sensitive and now will not be a good time to make changes that they won’t like. You can ask for favors but don’t take them for granted.

Libra

Sept 24 to Oct 23

WORD

Confusion at an emotional level will cause you to make wrong decisions concerning your personal life. Don’t let your partner goad you into wearing your heart on your sleeve.

Scorpio

Oct 24 to Nov 22

You will not be able to trust someone you work with. You may be overreacting to a situation at hand. Not the best day for business trips. Major job changes or opportunities to get ahead professionally are apparent.

Sagittarius

Nov 23 to Dec 21

Don’t let an incident at work play on your mind. You may find that your documents are not in order.

Deception and confusion regarding your status in society is likely.

You can travel for business or pleasure.

Capricorn

Bed

Door

Ornaments

Toys

Bells

Elf

Presents

Tree

Candycane

Fireplace

Red

White

Chimney

HoHoHo

Reindeer

Workshop

Christmas

Jelly

Sack

Wreath

Coal

Milk

Santa

Cookies

Mistletoe

Snow

December

North Pole

Stocking

Puzzle solutions

Dec 22 to Jan 20

Don’t believe everything you hear. Don’t make promises you can’t keep. Organization will be the key to avoiding discord and family feuds. You can buy or sell if you’re so inclined.

Aquarius

Jan 21 to Feb 19

Sudden changes could result in estrangement’s. Real estate should be lucrative for you. You will be moody and react poorly to issues concerning your mate.

Avoid too much discourse with colleagues this month.

Pisces

ACROSS

breast, and loud song.

7. The action or faculty of remembering something learned or experienced.

8. Abbreviation: Lymphocytes.

9. An adhesive substance used for sticking objects or materials together.

10. The skin or prepared fur of a seal, especially when made into clothing.

11. The feel, appearance, or consistency of a surface or a substance.

13. A worker in metal.

15. A sweet flavoured drink made from a sugar syrup, sometimes containing alcohol or medication.

16. Gaining, resulting in, or relating to victory in a contest or competition.

18. A natural deposit of exposed salt that animals lick.

19. An act or the right of selecting something from a number of alternatives.

21. Withdraw formally from membership of a federal union.

22. A small or medium-sized songbird, typically having a brown back, spotted

DOWN

ORDER YOUR PHOTOS TODAY

Feb 20 to March 20

You could experience unusual circumstances and meet eccentric individuals. You will enjoy interacting with those who come from different backgrounds. You may be thinking of starting your own business.

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1. A small room in which a prisoner is locked up.

2. Leather with a glossy varnished surface.

3. An act or process of closing something.

4. A double or multiple fold in a garment or other item made of cloth, held by stitching the top or side.

5. A large outdoor area with fairground rides, shows, and other entertainments.

6. Give a baby a Christian name at baptism as a sign of admission to a Christian Church.

12. Resulting from or having had a good education.

14. A disease of children caused by vitamin D deficiency.

17. A person who dives as a sport.

20. Money in coins or notes, as distinct from cheques, money orders, or credit.

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

So much more than expected – inspection is a must

The Rose garden in Dimbulah The lady that owned this property the back street. truely loved her roses. They are neatExtra size double garage with two ly planted all around the edge of the seperate garage doors and a built in spacious wraparound verandah. cupboard for your tools. Inspection Solid block in and out home, tiled can be arranged at shorp notice so throughout, large bedrooms, good give me a call now. size bathrooms, open plan living.

The biggest plus is the land that is Inspect by appoitment today with just about three times larger than an Elizabeth Bors at Altitude Realty average one in Dimbulah.

Mareeba. Phone 0437 921 648 or You are just about next to all the 4092 4100. www.altituderealtyshops, bank and pub and you have a mareeba.com.au great view to the sports oval. You could watch all the events from the Address: DIMBULAH comfort of your own Price: $279,000 home.

Agent: Elizabeth Bors Two street access Altitude Realty Mareeba as this property goes Contact: 0437 921 648 across from the front to

Positioned in a great location and offering countless beneficial features and so much room this immaculately maintained home is a must to inspect.

Containing a family orientated layout with abundant living space, practical storage rooms and functional areas as well as the following features: • Freshly painted and immaculately maintained with new gutters and vented block stumps • Large tiled front verandah with extended roof off the carport sufficient to house two vehicles • Beautiful polished timber floors in the living area and three bedrooms • Four well proportioned bedrooms with builtin cupboards (air-conditioning to two bedrooms) • Master bedroom with full length built-in cupboard • Large open plan living/dining area • Second separate downstairs tiled living area incorporating a storage room and tiled and airconditioned fourth bedroom with access to the rear patio • Huge central kitchen with servery • Substantial downstairs tiled laundry with

walk-in storage cupboard • Generous tiled rear patio • Privacy blinds on the front of the house with internal winders • 1163m2 fully fenced allotment with private rear yard, established gardens and double gated rear access • Three bay storage shed with drive through ability • Cairns side positioning with access to Kennedy Highway, only minutes to town centre In such an affordable price range it's tailor made for those looking for extra space, a versatile layout and convenient location.

For further information or to arrange a private inspection please call exclusive agent Joe Torrisi. Phone 0417 700 468.

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

Smallwood Street, MAREEBA $310,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Joe Torrisi Joe Torrisi Real Estate 0417 700 468

Developers have lost the plot Developers say sell, sell, sell – plans for stage three at The Rise Country Estate are underway and now is the time to secure your block at The Rise.

There are only two lots remaining and prices have been reduced to $110,000 for 3416m2 and 4397m2 for $129,000 – today is the day to make your dream a reality.

The Rise Country Estate has so much on offer.

Location – only minutes from town, and 50 minutes travel time to Cairns. Positioned on the Cairns side of Mareeba, the benefits for investment in this area speak for themselves.

Town water and underground power, extra wide roads and amazing views. The blocks on the left hand side overlook dams, and all lots are elevated and feature stunning mountain and bush views.

Make the move to the country.

Check us out on the web – www.therise.net.au, we have a huge range of house and land packages to choose from, or design your own. All enquiries are welcome. Phone Debbie on 0409 321 000.

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PROPERTY

Private and luxurious acreage and abundant water

Sales numbers are on the rise. While most people are winding down for the year, home buyers are picking up the pace, and now could be a good time to get more information about selling your home.

If you want a market update for your area, or would like to know the new value of your home, contact the friendly agents at Central Realty Mareeba and get a head start on the market in 2016!

Set well back from the road, ensuring a very private setting, this luxurious three bedroom, two bathroom homestead has a novel, ranch-style ambiance. Water is abundant, ensuring lush acreage if you desire this.

Freshly renovated and presenting beautifully, the homestead comprises of a stunning modern kitchen with island bench, soft close drawers and a gas cooktop. The large, contemporary master bedroom offers an ensuite, generous walk in wardrobe, cathedral ceiling and patio access. All bedrooms have new floor coverings and built-in robes and the main bathroom with shower and free-standing bath

on offer to all prospective buyers – don’t offers magnificent paddock views.

At 16.06 acres with two bores and a delay. dam, the fenced and mostly level paddocks will surely provide for all your rural For further information or to arrange a desires. Soil quality also appears to be private inspection, contact sole agent Craig De Lai at Mareeba Property Ofquite reasonable.

Every man needs a shed. The large fice. Phone 0407 823 530. steel frame shed with power, lighting, shelving and cement flooring will keep the fella happy (and busy).

Address: BIBOOHRA New to the market is this very Price: $520,000 NEG luxurious homestead, set upon Agent: EXCLUSIVE to Craig De Lai 16.06 practical acres with plenty Mareeba Property Office of water - all just a short drive to Contact: 0407 823 530 town.

It really is fantastic and is now

Office: 4092 2232 Web: www.crmareeba.com

ALTITUDE REALTY MAREEBA 4092 4100

Custom design – oozing with features

Price reduction • $315,000 • Renovated • 4 Bedrooms

• 2 Bathrooms • Fenced • Corner Block

www.altituderealtymareeba.com.au altitudemareeba@aapt.net.au

This custom designed home offers plenty of space for the whole family, and is oozing with class. If you want something that is a little bit different from all of the other homes around, then is a must see.

Right from the word go, you are greeted with a custom designed front door, not made of timber, but of 12mm toughened, frosted glass for privacy. Built to last, once inside, you will notice that all of the internal walls are constructed of rendered concrete block as well, making the house extra-strong as well as acting as natural insulation.

There is a designer kitchen at the front of the home with floor to ceiling cupboards, plenty of drawers and loads of bench space, complete with EXCLUSIVE stainless steel appliances including a SPACIOUS & SECLUDED double-bowl double drainer sink, de• 56.63 hectares on the outskirts of Dimbulah luxe gas stove and wall oven.

• 2 joined mobile home units, decking, carport There is an extra-large living room • Fenced & improved paddocks, 90,000L tanks • Seasonal creek, dam, some machinery incl. for those fun movie nights, highlighted with downlights and low-wearing $360,000 NEG timber-look vinyl planking. There are JOHN FALVO 0408 456 344 5 good sized bedrooms in total, three

107-111 BYRNES ST

MAREEBA PROPERTY OFFICE

EXCLUSIVE DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL • 2023m2 fully fenced, approx. 1 km from Coles • Level allotment, 37.4 metre frontage • 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, highset home • Currently tenanted, returning $320 per week

$399,000 NEG CRAIG DE LAI 0407 823 530

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with built-in robes and ceiling fans. Like the rest of the home, both the main bathroom and en-suite are very spacious, have wall and floor tiling and overhead rain showers. The main bathroom has a separate spa-bath as well.

Features: five good sized bedrooms, concrete block external and internal walls, designer kitchen, down-lights to living areas and energy efficient lighting to bedrooms, massive laundry, heavy duty timber-look vinyl planking, unique 12mm frosted toughened glass entry door, floor and wall tiles in the bathroom and ensuite, main bathroom has shower and separate spa-bath, 6.6m x 6.6m oversize double garage with remote entry and all on a 1,038m2 allotment, fenced on three sides.

The only thing left to do is the landscaping, the owner has specifically left the landscaping to a minimum, so that the lucky buyers can design it to suit their own tastes.

Don't hesitate, book your private inspection today, call Remo at the Central Realty Mareeba office. Phone 0401 969 473.

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

Jacana Close, MAREEBA $375,000 NEG Remo Esposito Central Realty Mareeba 0401 969 473

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PROPERTY Location, Lifestyle and so affordable

Perfectly positioned on a classic 800m2 block with low maintenance gardens, this wonderful home enjoys a convenient location and comes with a welcoming street appeal.

With three good size bedrooms, office, modern kitchen with corner pantry and servery, spacious open plan living areas that flow out to a huge undercover outdoor entertainment area, perfect for effortless entertaining and keeping an eye on the kids in the backyard, The backyard is private and fully fenced.

If you are looking for an affordable first home or solid investment at $315,000 negotiable – it's one you don't want to miss out on.

Farm house for rent

Contact exclusive agent Norma Moloney for more information or to arrange a private inspection. Phone 0417 541 126, at Ray White Rural Mareeba.

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

MAREEBA $315,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Norma Moloney Ray White Rural Mareeba 0417 541 126

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• AIRCONDITIONED • OPEN PLAN LIVING AREA • 1 BATHROOM & TOILET • 2 VEHICLE CARPORT • 2 GARDEN SHEDS • OUTSIDE PET ALLOWED

$350 PER WEEK (SEE WEBSITE UNDER RENTALS)

4092 1556

7 Hort Street, Mareeba

• FULLY TILED 3 BEDROOMS + 2 LIVING AREAS • ENSUITE, BUILT-INS, S/SCREENS & A/C IN MAIN • 800m2 FENCED, LANDSCAPED & AUTO IRRIGATION

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THIS SATURDAY 10.00AM-12NOON 11 Wren Close, Mareeba

THIS spacious three bedroom, plus Contact Mareeba Real Estate Agenoffice home, is located approximately cies today for more information.

15 minites from Mareeba.

Phone 4092 1556, Mark on 0428 The home features a large kitchen 121 520 or Lyn on 0427 153 868. and dining area, plus large downstairs lounge, air conditioning, one bathroom and toilet, enclosed laundry area with coldAddress: MAREEBA room, an outdoor living Price: For rent at $300 P/W area, open carport and Agent: Mareeba Real chicken coup.

Estate Agencies For rent at $300 per Contact: 0428 121 520 / 0427 153 868 week – see no.10229399 on domain.com.au

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HERE IT IS!!!

Beautifully situated in a great, quiet neighborhood, walking distance to the Barron River and the CBD is this red brick delight.

• 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom • Open plan living • Security screened throughout • Fully fenced • Single carport • Single bay shed + garden shed

ExcEptional ValuE in a conVEniEnt location

Price: $289,000 Neg Contact: Exclusive Agent Ivona Carusi 0409 579 197

This is a great opportunity to purchase a property in Mareeba in a prime location not far from the CBD. • Queenslander character and style • 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom • New roof and gutters • Position and proximity to schools, town and parks • Development option • Currently rented at $280 per week A perfect place to start. For the first home buyer, student or investor this home ticks all the boxes.

Price: $269,000 Neg Contact: Exclusive Agent Alex Srhoj 0403 343 692

www.raywhiteruralmareeba.com.au/qld/mareeba/1380997

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Do not delay - this won’t last long!

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INDEX

business A

DIRECTORY

Childcare Curtains & Blinds

Air Conditioning

E

B

Earthmoving Electrical Embroidery Entertainment

Blinds Bulldozer Hire

C

AIR CONDITIONING

F Floor Coverings Floor Coverings Fuel Furniture

G

M

Gas Graphic Design

H

Handyman Services

I

Irrigation I.T.

CHILDCARE

Pool Maintenance

Motor Mechanic Mowing/ Slashing

P

Photography Plumbing

S

Timber Travel Tree Lopping

Security Skip Bins Storage Solar

ELECTRICAL

T

V

Venue Hire

FLOOR COVERINGS

Authorised Fujitsu Service Agent

Daniel Battistin

Residential • Commercial • Phones Repairs/Maintenance • Airconditioners

Shop 4, 276 Byrnes St, Mareeba • PO Box 1034 Mareeba 4880

P: 4092 3019

M: 0409 648 403 • F: 4092 1629

info@mareebakidscampus.com.au www.mareebakidscampus.com.au

www.donhall.com.au

3 Locations in Mareeba: Constance, Dunlop & Hastie Streets

ABN 80 179 825 363 • QBSA 59712 • ARC License AU24014

Early Learning • Kindergarten • Outside School & Vacation Care

R & C AIRCONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION

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

Call Ross Malfitana Mobile: 0429 898 657

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

ABN: 8464 7990 245

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

Carpet • Vinyl • CeramiCs Floating Floors • Blinds

CURTAINS & BLINDS

Mareeba 4092 2800 Atherton 4091 3300

Custom Made

CURTAINS & BLINDS

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

Plus we sell...

Tracks > Rods > Accessories

Tracks > Rods Competitive Curtains & Furnishings

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY >Phone: & Accessories 0429 869 023

Laser Electrical Mareeba Phone: (07) 4092 4146 99 Vaughan Street, Mareeba mareeba@laserelectrical.com.au www.mareeba.laserelectrical.com.au LIC. 55472 | ARC. AU31673

96 James Street,Curtains Mareeba Competitive & Furnishings

For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619

Call the Carroll Brothers today!

Bevan & Jamie 0404 134 006

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lic. nos: 72713 - 201441828 - L040205 - L105173 - AU24403

Trust the FLOOR Covering Man! 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

$36 per week

this spot could be yours!

96 James Street, Mareeba

Domestic  commercial  inDustrial

FOR ALL AIRCONDITIONING NEEDS Repairs and Installation

FLOORS

For

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

Phone: 0429 869 023 For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619 ElEctrical i rEfrigEration i airconditioning

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

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

Phone The Express today 4092 3464

CEC No: A5891084 ACMA Reg No: F0510843

your local business guide

EARTHMOVING

BLINDS

BLINDS

Do it right the first time!

Trust the BLIND specialists!

Vertical & Venetian Blinds Panel Glides > Timber Blinds

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

EMBROIDERY

Supply & Fit

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

TOM SMITH P: 0407 161 783 F: 4092 7851 E: stj.enterprises@bigpond.com.au INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL FREE MEASURE & QUOTE • IN HOUSE CONSULTATION Desiree & Mark Siemon - Phone: 4095 5669 - Mobile: 0408 887 701 Email: marydesinto@bigpond.com - 31 Kennedy Highway, Tolga

BULLDOZER HIRE

Mareeba Earthmoving Contractors

(Rex Petersen’s Bobcat Hire)

• Driveways • Excavations • Cable Locations

ENTERTAINMENT

MAREEBA LEAGUES CLUB

PHONE 4092 2922

• BISTRO • BAR • TAB • POKIES • KENO • FUNCTIONS OPEN 7 Days FOr LuNcH aND DiNNEr

P: 0407 159 727

your local business guide Earthworks & Excavations Pipe Laying Driveway Construction/ Maintenance

PH: 0429 725 779 or 4092 1389 PAGE 20 The Express, Wednesday, December 16, 2015

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

For $29 per week this spot could be yours!

Phone the Express today 4092 3464

FUEL receive 4¢ per litre discount by presenting this ad

Service StationS open to the public

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

FREE MEASURE & QUOTE!

HASTIE CENTRE FURNISHINGS

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

business GAS

DIRECTORY MOTOR MECHANIC

SOLAR

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WORSHIP SERVICE: Sunday 10am & 6pm You are very welcome to join us to experience God’s unconditional love.

ENCOURAGING THOUGHT: Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that.

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

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Funeral Notice McMICHAEL, Kevin Late of Biboohra. Passed away peacefully on the 11th of December 2015, aged 80 years.

Beloved Husband of Judy. Most loved Father, Father-in-Law, Grandpa, and Great Grandpa of Sally & John, Sarah & Craig (Deceased), Shaun & Helen and their Families.

Family and Friends are warmly invited to say Goodbye to Kevin at a Memorial Service to be held at The Mareeba Golf Club on Thursday the 17th of December 2015, commencing at 10:30am. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Mareeba Men’s Shed would be greatly appreciated a donation box will be available at the service.

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MAREEBA SWIMMING POOL AND KURANDA AQUATIC CENTRE ALTERED HOLIDAY OPENING TIMES DATE DAY ALTERED TIMES 24/12/2015 Thursday - Christmas Eve 6.00am - 3.00pm 25/12/2015 Friday - Christmas Day Closed 26/12/2015 Saturday - Boxing Day Closed 27/12/2015 Sunday 10.00am - 3.00pm 28/12/2015 Monday 6.00am - 6.00pm 29/12/2015 Tuesday 6.00am - 6.00pm Kuranda 12.00pm - 6.00pm 30/12/2015 Wednesday 6.00am - 6.00pm 31/12/2015 Thursday - New Year’s Eve 6.00am - 3.00pm 1/01/2016 Friday - New Year’s Day Closed 2/01/2016 Saturday 10.00am - 3.00pm

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DIMBULAH SWIMMING POOL ALTERED HOLIDAY OPENING TIMES DAY ALTERED TIMES Friday - Christmas Day Closed Saturday - Boxing Day Closed Sunday Closed Monday Closed Tuesday 12.00pm - 6.00pm Wednesday 12.00pm - 6.00pm Thursday - New Year’s Eve Closed Friday - New Year’s Day Closed Saturday 12.00pm - 6.00pm

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Our offices will be closed from 2pm Thursday 24th December, 2015 and will re-open Monday 4th January, 2016.

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Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) is a unique Christian charity using aircraft to deliver help and hope across the developing world. MAF transports patients, relief workers, produce, medical supplies and Christian workers in some of the world’s remotest regions and places of deepest human need - places where flying is not a luxury but a lifeline. We operate in over 30 countries with over 130 planes.

To support this work our Mareeba Training Centre is seeking a person for the role of Gardener. This role involves the care of our Mareeba Centre gardens including our offsite accommodation facilities. Duties include mowing, edging, trimming and other garden maintenance to ensure a high standard of garden presentation.

You will have a current C class driver’s licence or be able to access transport to complete the requirements of this role.

Previous experience in similar duties is a requirement of the role. A first aid certificate is preferred but not essential.

Acceptance and adherence of MAF International’s purpose, vision and values are an essential condition of employment.

This is a casual, on call roll during business hours paid according to the relevant award conditions, there is no regular roster but when you are called in, you will be guaranteed a minimum of 3 hours work.

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EXPRESS sPORT Bandits storm Atherton on the road Mareeba Bandits bowler Ricky Shave.

By Justin Fris

Tyler Ius in action above and left, with his Queensland team jersey.

Ius peforms strongly on the national stage

By Justin Fris

EXCITING footballer Tyler Ius has returned from a successful U/12 Pacific School Games with Queensland in Adelaide.

Ius – a humble Mareeba product who is on the books of the FNQ Heat – plied his trade against a variety of opponents in several positions.

In an extremely talented squad, Tyler was the only player selected from north of Rockhampton; and made his chance count.

Queensland’s campaign began against Western Australia, which ended in a 2-1 defeat. They would bounce back quickly though, with consecutive 3-1 victories over the ACT and Victoria.

Although suffering defeat against perennial power-

house, NSW, a smash and grab 1-0 win over the Northern Territory put the maroons back in the hunt.

The lads were seconds away from receiving a silver medal (2nd) for the tournament, however a late equaliser from SA in their 2-2 draw spelt the end of that dream.

Qld would end the tournament with a match against India, where they would romp to a 6-0 victory and sign off in style.

For Tyler’s parents Peter and Joanne, it was a special experience to see their son compete with the most elite youth footballers in the country.

Mr Ius said the Qld lads held their own skill-wise with some of the more fancied states, although he believes that greater scheduling of high intensity club fixtures would aid their development and progression.

THE Mareeba Bandits Cricket Club made a scintillating start to their two day fixture against Atherton at Morrow Park.

Despite having several players unavailable for selection, the youthful Bandits ripped through the home side, who were dismissed for 151 off 54.4 overs.

In reply, the visitors finished at 0/13, batting the remaining six overs of the day - which will strengthen their case for a potential outright victory.

Bandits captain Brendan Payne won the toss and decided to send the home side into bat. He said the team were committed to pushing for an outright win and believed this method would provide an excellent opportunity.

Low cloud cover and lingering rain hovered around the Tablelands for much of the day, but thankfully

Photo Peter Roy

play wasn’t disrupted.

Reginald Wenham (50), Shaun Baty (23) and Matt Bradford (20) were the only Atherton batsmen to get starts, while the others succumbed quicker to the impressive bowling display.

Newcomer Ricky Shave (4/41 off 21 overs) was the pick of Mareeba’s bowlers, but received excellent support from Ben Turner (1/6 off 2.4 overs), Brett Girgenti (1/26 off 6 overs), Damien Brko (0/17 off 4 overs) and Payne (3/12 off 8 overs).

Payne was reflective about his sides display and said the side would benefit from a few inclusions ahead of Sunday.

“The first 20 overs or so we could have bowled a bit better,” he said.

“But after that, we really started to knuckle down.

“If we are able to get the 151 and quickly declare shortly after that, hopefully we can rip through them in a session if all goes well.”

Interesting 2016 ahead for Gladiators and Roosters

By Justin Fris

THE Cairns District Rugby League recently released its 2016 draw – with mixed fortunes expected for both clubs.

While the Atherton Roosters have a positive start to the season, the Mareeba Gladiators will face a tough initiation.

Beginning with a home fixture against Edmonton, the Gladiators then face Tully (away) and Ivanhoes (home) back to back.

Down the Kennedy Highway, the Roosters have a real opportunity to start the season 3-0, opening with Yarrabah (away), Kangaroos (home) and Mossman/Port Douglas (home).

The true test of the Gladiators’ resolve for a final five spot will be learned in July, where

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they will go through a horror four game stretch.

Beginning on the weekend of July 16 and 17, the Gladiators face Tully (home), Edmonton (away), Innisfail (away) and Ivanhoes (away).

Newly appointed coach Josh Stowers is bringing plenty of big game experience with him and will hope that this can carry through during the coalface of the season.

The Roosters’ toughest part of the season will be earlier in the year – however as it stands – five of these six games will be at Roosters Stadium.

Beginning with the ‘Tablelands Derby’ against Mareeba, the Roosters then face: Ivanhoes (home), Southern Suburbs (home), Brothers (home) Innisfail (home) and end with Tully (away).

Roosters coach Dean Howard will most likely see this period as extremely pivotal for his side. Despite the nature of the opponents, five of the matches are in a row at home – and will give the Roosters a fantastic opportunity to set an early pace.

If in contention for a final five spot, the Gladiators will be forced to earn every win they get.

Their final three matches are Yarrabah (home) Suburbs (away) and Brothers Cairns (home).

Arguably, the Roosters have a more challenging finish, concluding with Brothers Cairns (home), Innisfail (away) and Tully (home).

In 2016, there will be two ‘Tableland Derbies’, which will be held on the weekend of May 8 and June 18.

The first match (held at Roosters Stadium)

will see the Roosters don a special heritage jersey – with all jerseys to be auctioned off after the final siren.

Roosters senior official Darryl Day said that all matches held at Roosters Stadium were pencilled in for Saturday night, although their Round 20 home match against Brothers Cairns may revert to Friday night.

The Northern Pride will also be heading to Roosters Stadium for a pre-season trial match against the Burleigh Bears – along with playing one of their INTRUST Super Cup fixtures in Ravenshoe.

The season will kick off on the weekend of April 2 and 3, which means it will be held after the Easter school holidays.

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