The Express Newspaper 1st June 2016

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Dimbulah Festival royalty crowned New royalty was found and crowned at the Dimbulah Lions Festival on Saturday night. The community gathered as the current queen passed her crown to 16-year-old Keeley Sclippa who was named the 2016 Dimbulah Lions Festival Queen. Joining Keeley as 2016 royalty is Princess Chau Truong, Miss Personality Jacinta Russo, Miss Charity Natalie Bambino and Charity King Brendan Vedelago.

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All smiles: 2016 Dimbulah Lions Festival Princess Chau Truong and Queen Keeley Sclippa.

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One man’s fight

By Michael Serenc

ROYCE Hardman has been to hell and back in more ways than one.

The Afghanistan war veteran has fought for his country, confronted his own personal demons and is now taking his message of hope and resilience to Mareeba.

Mr Hardman will be a special guest at the town’s Anzac Ball this Saturday as part of “Trigger’s Big Trek” – his nationwide journey to raise awareness of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

(PTSD) with his best mate Trigger, an American Staffordshire Terrier.

“I’m genuinely overwhelmed by the amount of support,” he said.

“Another thing I’ve learnt is there are a lot more people out there with PTSD who are now coming forward.

“Trigger’s Big Trek is inspiring them to get help and openly talk about it. That to me is the best outcome I could have asked for.”

Mr Hardman, who initially began the trek on foot through Western Australia in September

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The former 1RAR soldier was deployed to Afghanistan in 2009, celebrating his 21st birthday while over there.

But it would be hidden wounds which confronted him following his return to Australia in 2010.

“Over there I loved it, it was the best job in the world. It was definitely what I wanted to do,”

he said.

“It’s a shame that it affected me how it did and ended my career.”

After being discharged from the army in 2011, Mr Hardman said he struggled with PTSD and depression, using alcohol to try and numb the pain.

“I felt no-one understood me. I couldn’t sleep, I was very anxious and hyper-vigilant,” he recalls.

“I was angry, things would set me off.”

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A TABLELANDS aged care provider has been recognised for their efforts on the national stage.

Atherton’s “integratedliving” won the Team Excellence Award at the 10th Australian Nursing Awards in Melbourne last month.

The provider was recognised for its focus on improving the health of indigenous people, such as providing culturally appropriate dishes and using native ‘wild food’ ingredients that promote improved diet and health outcomes.

Working with indigenous chef Clayton Donovan, the care team have now expanded their initial idea into a community focused initiative connecting elders, schools and communities to bring about long-term change.

“We are thrilled to win this award. It shows that we are recognised in the local community and acknowledges the hard work of our dedicated staff”, said integratedliving CEO Catherine Daley.

“The $10,000 Prize from ME Bank will be used to further the programme and we thank them for their support.” integratedliving was also named a finalist in the Best Dementia Care Programme at the recent Ageing Asia 4th Eldercare Awards held in Singapore in April.

Grandmother inspires others with cancer

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A MAREEBA grandmother who endured a horrific cancer ordeal hopes to inspire others at this year’s Relay for Life.

Doreen Salerno said she was humbled to be announced as the “2016 Face of the Relay” at the event’s official launch last Friday.

The mum-of-three and soon-to-be grandmother-of-four was initially diagnosed with breast cancer in March 2006 before learning the cancer had spread and undergoing several bouts of chemotherapy and radiation treatment.

“I was always positive from day one,” Mrs Salerno said.

“I was so determined that it wasn’t going to get me down.”

Mrs Salerno said she only took four days off during her entire eight months of treatment, regularly going for walks and taking natural medicines.

She continued to work between four and five days a week, including six

weeks in Townsville where she underwent part of her treatment.

“I even had a full hysterectomy to remove a cyst and went back to work after two weeks,” Mrs Salerno said.

“I just sailed through everything. I was very lucky.”

Mrs Salerno said she had attended every Tablelands Relay for Life event since it first began in 2008 and called on the community to unite together in support of cancer survivors.

Tablelands Relay for Life committee chairman Gavin Johnson said the event hoped to raise $80,000 for Cancer Council Queensland.

“It’s an opportunity for people to get together and raise funds for a worthy cause,” he said.

Tablelands Relay for Life will be held from October 22 to 23 at Davies Park, Mareeba. Early bird registration is $20 per person up until July 29, after which it increases to $30 per person.

To register, head to www.relayforlife. org.au or call 1300 65 65 85.

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Trigger’s Big Trek FROM Page 1 He credits his dog Trigger with turning his life around after almost taking his own life in a suicide attempt.

“I’d hit rock bottom. I was going to end my life and it was Trigger that walked into the room and stopped me,” Mr Hardman said.

“That’s how the idea of using my experience to help others came about.”

Mr Hardman said it was important for veterans not to hide their mental scars and seek help as soon as possible.

“Don’t try and hide it and solve it yourself. It’s like a broken leg. It’ll never go away unless you get treatment,” he said.

“Seek help with specific programs. I highly recommend group programs because when you’re around other people, that really helps and you can educate yourself on PTSD.” While he visits the Tablelands, Wilkinson’s Engineering owner John Wilkinson will donate a new suspension setup for Mr Hardman’s Land Rover and Rob Cahill from Rob Cahill Automotive will provide a free vehicle service.

Now in its fourth year, the Anzac Ball was originally started by veteran Craig Reedman, his wife Barb and Mareeba RSL function manager Tracey O’Shea to raise money for the Avenue of Honour.

This year’s event will feature entertainment provided by Townsville’s 1RAR band and an address by Margie Bestmann, wife of the late Doctor Mark Bestmann.

All money raised will go towards Trigger’s Big Trek and mental health organisation, the Black Dog Institute. Doors open from 6pm Saturday at Mareeba RSL. To purchase a ticket, call 4092 1396. Cost is $70 per adult.

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THE ICE CHEST

Would you believe, whenever we ask a group of children on our Museum tours what purpose this cabinet would have been used for, they most often reply that it is an old microwave.

A block of ice was placed on a shelf at the top of the ice chest and food was kept on shelves underneath. At floor level there is a swing door behind which was a dish to catch the drips as the ice melted. This had to be emptied several times a day to avoid water all over the kitchen floor.

Peter Dangaard had the first ice works in Mareeba (c.1921). There was no electricity until 1936 so Peter had to supply his own power. In 1933 the power plant had become too small to supply the increased demand and the machinery was wearing out.

A move to the Lawson’s Sawmill grounds was arranged and the steam power that supplied the mill was used.

Ice and milk were both delivered door to door very early in the morning. A sugar bag for ice, a billy can with a lid for the milk which was ladled out of a big milk can. The required number of empty milk bottles, plus the money were all left on the front door step the night before. Money stolen from anyone’s front door was unheard of.

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A TABLELANDS furnishing business has taken out a major council award.

Fine Fettle Furnishings won Best Dressed Business within the Tablelands Region at the Gala Ideas After Dark event last month.

Tablelands Regional Council mayor Joe Paronella said it was a deserved win for owner Emma Pensini.

“She is definitely doing something right. Not only did she get a rave review by judge Charmian Campbell from The Driven Business Edge, she also took out the People’s Choice Award,” he said.

As part of the award, Mrs Pensini receives a $2000 marketing package and a mentoring session with entrepreneurial expert Karen Brook, a book pack on business growth from Charmian Campbell and a merchandise pack donated by Paul Byrnes, founder of SPENT Clothing.

Elders Real Estate & Insurance Tablelands, JAK Salons, McAuliffe’s Mensland and The Crystal Caves were highly commended with a total of 29 nominees received for the inaugural award.

The award night was held during Queensland Small Business Week.

SAVVY: Fine Fettle Furnishings owner Emma Pensini won Best Dressed Business within the Tablelands Region at the Gala Ideas After Dark event last month.

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Hosted by Barron Catchment Care (BCC), the two-day workshop is being led by restoration specialist Craig Sponholtz who is known for his robust land restoration projects.

“This year, the focus is on landholders learning how to tackle small erosion sites using the materials they have on hand,” said Barron Catchment Care Coordinator Ian Sinclair.

“A feature of the workshop will be participants building structures themselves at two sites.”

The workshop is part of BCC’s “Slowing Stormwater run-off in Catchments in

the Atherton Region” project.

Funding for the project was secured through the Federal Government’s Reef Programme with support from Tablelands Regional Council.

Walkamin-based regenerative agriculture education service provider RegenAG is coordinating Mr Sponholtz’s three week visit to the region.

“Craig’s work is exceptional and his ability to communicate his methods to people from all sectors makes him not only a great designer, but also a great educator,” said RegenAG’s Kym Kruse.

The workshop will be held on June 6 and June 7 in Atherton and Rangeview.

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Correction to road maintenance article In last week’s Mareeba Express, it was reported that State Government road maintenance funding under the Road Maintenance Performance Contract to Mareeba Shire Council would be fully restored in the 2017/18 financial year. This is incorrect. A Department of Transport

and Main Roads (TMR) spokeswoman initially confirmed this would be the case but changed her response after the paper’s print deadline. Road maintenance funding is anticipated to be fully restored over the next few years.

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HOLDING ON: Millaa Millaa dairy farmer James Geraghty said the local industry was battling on despite cost pressures from supermarkets.

But Mr Knuth remained sceptical.

“The time has come for politicians to stop saying “we care, we understand” and then the best they can offer is more loans and more debt,” he said.

“The whole problem stems from the fact farmers are getting a milk price below the cost of production.”

Mr Knuth said the “Fair Milk, Fresh Milk Mark Bill” could be introduced into State Parliament as early as this month.

Queensland Dairyfarmers’ Organisation state councillor James Geraghty said while Far Northern dairy farmers were “nowhere near” the dire straits faced by their Victorian counterparts, challenges remained.

“It’s the difference between getting run over by a truck or the death of a thousand cuts,” the third-generation dairy farmer said.

“Things here have been very tight for all but two out of the last 15 years...We’d like a pay rise but that’s just not going to happen in this climate. Our costs continue to rise.”

Out of the 185 dairy farmers that were on the Tablelands 16 years ago, only 55 now re-

By Michael Serenc A TABLELANDS MP is set to table a key piece of legislation he hopes will insulate the Queensland dairy industry against any future collapse.

Dalrymple MP Shane Knuth has drafted a Bill to give dairy farmers and co-operatives the power to go to arbitration if negotiations break down with a commercial buyer.

“The access to arbitration would be similar to what was in the sugar marketing Bill, which secured passage through parliament,” he said.

“We’re hoping that politicians stop talking and start delivering.”

The Bill comes as Victoria’s dairy industry reaches crisis point after processor Murray Goulburn cut its milk price to producers by about 10 per cent, citing a downturn in the Chinese market.

A social media campaign has since begun to encourage consumers to buy branded milk and a $579 million loans and infrastructure package was announced by Federal Agriculture minister Barnaby Joyce last week.

mained since the industry was deregulated on July 1, 2000.

Mr Geraghty said local farmers were protected to some degree by producing only bottled milk, which confined themselves to a domestic market.

That is in stark contrast to Victorian processor Murray Goulburn, with bottled milk making up only about 20 per cent of total production. The remaining 80 per cent consists of milk-based products which are sold around the world, leaving farmers at the mercy of global prices.

But Mr Geraghty, who owns a dairy farm at Millaa Millaa, said supermarkets selling cheap, home brand milk for $1-a-litre was not sustainable.

“It’s not a free economy when the supermarkets have put in artificial regulation, as in their pricing,” he said.

“If one supermarket decides a dollar-a-litre milk is a good idea, everyone else has to follow or they get beaten out of the market.

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Miss Personality Jacinta Russo, Charity King Brendan Vedelago and Miss Charity Natalie Bambino who raised an astonishing $3588 – a new charity queen fundraising record.

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A perfect sunny afternoon and clear night greeted the large crowd who attended the annual Dimbulah Lions Festival, last Saturday.

Hundreds flocked to see who would be crowned festival Queen and King and enjoy the fun of the community festival, which never fails to disappoint.

This year’s theme “The Year of

the Worker” was embraced by the all the locals, as it was hard work and dedication on which Dimbulah was built.

The show piece of the evening was the crowning of the 2016 Lions Festival Queen, with the honours going to Keeley Sclippa.

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Chau Truong was crowned Festival Princess, Jacinta Russo Miss Personality and Natalie Bambino Miss Charity, while Brendan Vedelago was crowned Charity King.

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Dimbulah Lions Club President Eddie Toffanello said it gets harder and harder to maintain the high standard of the festival each year.

“But we seem to do it and it’s all thanks to this great community that gets behind it, the visitors that we get from across the region and of course the great sponsors, who without, the festival would simply not happen,” Mr Toffanello said.

“I would like to thank the dedicated members of the Dimbulah Lions Club and their partners who year in, year out, sacrifice their time and effort to put this festival together.

“We’ve got a great bunch of workers, they do a terrific job.

“With every successful festival we have, there are local charities and organisations that benefit from our hard work because we put all the funds we raise back into the community.”

“What Now? We start working on next years festival – it doesn’t stop.”

The annual festival is held in May of each year with funds raised donated back to local organisations.

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Mental health in spotlight for students

By Michael Serenc A POWERFUL message about the importance of mental health has resonated with Mareeba State High School students.

Margie Bestmann, who lost her husband Dr Mark Bestmann earlier this year, spoke passionately about depression, anxiety and its impact to Year 10, 11 and 12 students last week.

“There are many young people today who are taking their lives because it gets too hard for them,” she told the students.

“No young person today should be in that position because there is so much available today to help you.”

Mrs Bestmann said common symptoms of depression included interrupted sleep, poor diet, lack of motivation, a feeling of worthlessness and difficulty in controlling emotions.

The speech was given as part of the school’s Mental Health and Depression Awareness Week, which aimed to educate students on the issue through several activities in honour of Dr Bestmann, Mareeba’s cricket-loving popular doctor.

Mrs Bestmann, a mum-of-four, said it was important to remove the stigma of mental health and encouraged young people who were struggling to speak up.

“You need to reach out for help and if you do that early, you have the best chance of a very quick recovery,” she said.

“In most circumstances, you would talk to your parents, tell them about how you’re feeling and they can find you professional help.

“If your circumstances are that you are

unable to speak with your parents, then find another trusted adult, family member, teacher, guidance officer or friend.

“There is always someone who will help you. You need to ask.”

Mrs Bestmann said she was driven to speak to the students in order to highlight the issue of mental health and encourage early treatment.

“We need to start here teaching the kids how to recognise it within themselves and where they go to seek help,” she said.

“I think the school participating in this week is fabulous and it goes to show that youth recognise there is a problem with mental health disorders in young people, so they’re taking the initiative and being proactive in making a difference.”

Mareeba State High principal Scott Whybird said it was the school’s student council who came up with the idea to hold the week.

“Dr Bestmann was such a respected person in our community. What he did in both medical and sporting areas was something people really admired,” he said.

“The students got involved and were very active throughout the whole week and I’ve been amazed at what they’ve done.”

Mr Whybird said the school wanted to continue raising awareness of mental health and building links with support agencies to help students.

“It’s about those hidden problems we’ve all got but at different times,” he said. “We’re trying to look at ways of making a real difference.”

Wind farm wins energy tender DEVELOPERS behind the controversial Mt Emerald Wind Farm are on track to begin construction by year’s end after winning a key electricity contract.

Ergon Energy announced last Friday it had agreed to purchase all of the electricity generated by the wind farm through to the end of 2030.

The $360 million project is a joint development between Ratch-Australia and Port Bajool, who beat six other renewable energy project bids that were shortlisted

by Ergon last November.

“This is a major milestone for the project as the power purchase agreement provides the revenue stream which underpins the project,” said Ratch business development manager Anthony Yeates.

“We are now in a position to finalise our construction and contracting arrangements and to firm up the construction timetable, and expect to share this information with all relevant stakeholders as soon as possible.”

Mr Yeats said between $100 million and $150 million would be spent in Australia and 150 jobs created during the wind farm’s construction, with the preconstruction phase rolled out over the next six months. Once operational, 15 permanent staff will be employed.

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number of wind farms around Australia including the Windy Hill site near Ravenshoe, plans to erect as many as 53 turbines at Mt Emerald which would potentially generate enough electricity to power 75,000 homes each year.

The project received approval from both the Queensland and Australian governments last year after more than four years of on-site research and at times fiery community consultation.

Advance Cairns chairman Trent Twomey said Ergon’s announcement was “good news and good timing” for Cairns and the surrounding region.

“The multi-million dollar Mt Emerald Wind Farm will deliver significant benefits for local economies, and support the sustainable development of our communities in the tropical north,” he said.

“Plus, significant capital investment initiatives like this send a message to global investors that the region is open for business.”

The Mt Emerald Wind Farm will boost Queensland’s renewable energy credentials significantly.

Of the 3500 megawatts of wind generation capacity currently in the country, Queensland only supplies around 12 megawatts from wind farms in Ravenshoe and Thursday Island.

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The best way to make sure your pet is returned to you if lost is for them to be registered with Council and wear a tag. Registration fees are $15.50 for a desexed dog or $83 for an entire dog. Failing to register you dog is an offence and a $243 fine may apply. To register your dog visit a Customer Service Centre or call 1300 362 242.

Due to wet weather, the Jack Street stormwater upgrade works commenced on 25 May and are expected to complete by Friday 3 June 2016.

Next month Council will meet on Thursday 7 July and Wednesday 20 July. The Budget will be adopted at the 20 July meeting. Members of the public are welcome to attend.

The Herbert River Bridge on Cashmere-Kirrama Road is now open to vehicular traffic with a 15 tonne load limit in place. You can find out the load limits on bridges within this region from our website.

Danbulla Forest Drive will reopen in mid June following the completion of Kauri Creek and Maunder Creek Bridge upgrades.

The playground at Halloran’s Hill Atherton will be closed until 17 June for the installation of new playground equipment, soft fall and shade sails.

Controlled Burns Water Restrictions Level 1 water conservation measures are still in place across the Tablelands region. Every drop counts so please be water wise. Sprinklers can be used between 6-8am and 6–8pm: •

odd numbered houses – Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday

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even numbered houses – Wednesday, Friday and Sunday

To reduce fuel loads and minimise the risk of wildfires threatening life and property, controlled burns will be conducted on Council land in Atherton, Herberton, Kalunga, Millstream, Moomin, Mt Garnet, Peeramon, Rangeview, Ravenshoe, Rocky Creek, Tandarra, Tumoulin, Walkamin, Wondecla, Wongabel and Yungaburra. Residents adjacent to the land will be advised when climatic conditions are most favourable to conduct a safe and effective burn.

E-Procurement

LGMA Excellence Awards 2016 TRC has been recognised for our outstanding work in the areas of community shaping and sustainability at the Local Government Managers Australia Awards. Our exceptional staff were finalists for their work with community disaster resilience and our Employee Wellbeing program is the best in State, taking out the Excellence in Sustainability Award for contributing to a happier, healthier and more sustainable workplace.

Events One Year On - Thank you 9 June - 5.30pm Festival Hall, Ravenshoe Australian Army Jungle Training School 14-21 June - Atherton & Tinaroo surrounds Taste Safari

Council is changing the way we request quotations, • no manual or automated sprinklers, tenders and expressions of interest by moving to an microspray or drip watering systems to be online e-procurement system. Suppliers are invited used on Mondays to register at www.tenderlink.com/trc to receive Hand held hoses fitted with a trigger nozzle, watering notifications of new procurement opportunities. cans or buckets can be used at any time.

16 June - 10-11am Atherton Visitor Information Centre, cnr Main Street & Silo Road Next Council Meeting Dates 9 & 23 June - 9am Atherton Boardroom

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PENSIONER REBATE ON RATES All pensioners who own their principal place of residence within the Tablelands Regional Council area and who are not currently receiving a rate subsidy from the State Government, can apply now for a rebate on rates for 2016/17.

To qualify you must have a current Queensland Pensioner Concession Card or a Repatriation Health Care Card for all conditions (Gold Card) issued by Centrelink or Department of Veterans’ Affairs.

An application for State Government and Council rebate on rates is available online or from a Customer Service Centre. It must be lodged at Council by 30 June 2016 for a discount off your next rate notice. A copy of the relevant pension card is required to be presented with the application.

Contact the Rates and Revenue Section on 4089 2489 for further information

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Pool milestone celebrated in style MILESTONE: Mareeba Swimming Club lifetime members Henry Sciani and Liz Crunkhorn cut the pool’s 50th anniversary cake with former mayor Mick Borzi last Sunday.

LOCALS have made a splash to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Mareeba Memorial Pool.

There were plenty of trips down memory lane on Sunday as a host of people involved with the pool over the decades came to pay tribute.

But none were more proud than former Mareeba Shire chairman (mayor) Mick Borzi, whose then-council found the money to build it with nothing more than day labour way back in 1966.

“In some respects, it’s emotional because 50 years ago when we built it, the town was strapped for funds,” he said.

“We were really squeezing the budget to make it happen, but to have seen the use to which it has been put to, the enjoyment that children and adults have had from it, gives me an immense sense of satisfaction to have helped make it happen.”

Several families enjoyed a fine day out at the pool, with a jumping castle, memorabilia hall and even canoe polo offering everyone the chance to celebrate the mile-

stone.

Mareeba Shire mayor Tom Gilmore recalled a far simpler time before the 50m pool was built, where school swimming competitions were held at the old Brewery Hole along Barron River.

“You went from that to a beautiful facility like this, which has served the community amazingly for 50 years,” he said.

Cr Gilmore praised Mr Borzi’s council for showing incredible vision in building the pool, meeting a clear need for the town’s growing population.

“The council clearly had faith in the future of the community, its growth and potential,” he said.

“It’s just a wonderful thing.”

Mareeba Masters Swimming Committee treasurer Karen Pedersen said it was great to see a strong local turnout at the event.

“The pool’s a great asset for the town,” she said.

“Someone said to me today that it’s not only about swimming, but it’s the discipline kids learn.

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Locals doing it tough Salvation Army Atherton Corps Lieutenant Kate Cathcart is appealing for more community support to help those doing it tough.

By Michael Serenc SEVERAL Tablelands families and children are in the grip of poverty and hardship as a new report highlights the plight of regional Australians.

Released last week, the Salvation Army’s 5th National Economic and Social Impact Survey (ESIS), paints a grim picture for life on the bread line with 50 per cent of the 1632 clients surveyed living in regional and rural/remote areas.

Salvation Army Atherton Corps Lieutenant Kate Cathcart said she was not surprised by the survey’s findings, which showed 68 per cent of clients experienced housing stress and 58 per cent of households with children going without basic medical treatment or three meals a day.

“So many things in this report are very much things we deal with on a weekly basis,” she said. “Often we’re seeing a lot of depression and anxiety and people’s physical health suffers too because they’re not getting ad-

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equate medical treatment.”

Lt Cathcart said the survey’s findings that 64 per cent of respondents moved houses due to family violence, which forced their children to change schools, was a common issue on the Tablelands. 40 per cent of those surveyed moved house an average of almost three times in 12 months.

“We find some kids up here miss a lot of school because of housing situations for a variety of reasons,” she said.

“If someone needs to move because they can’t stay where they are for whatever reason, the only places they can get accommodation are out of town.

“If the parents don’t have a car or can’t afford petrol and they miss the bus, there goes a day of school and it’s quite frequent that we see that happening.”

Lt Cathcart said a lack of affordable accommodation in Atherton made it difficult for struggling families to stay in the town.

“We’d like to see a situation where for between $150 to $200 a week in rent, people can get something they can put their kids in or have a couple stay there,” she said.

“There’s not a lot in that price range, it’s very, very limited.”

The survey found one third of individuals who were currently home-

less were previously private renters.

“I’ve seen people with 60 per cent or 70 per cent of their pay going towards accommodation, so affordable housing would be fantastic,” Lt Cathcart said.

“If people have space they’re not sure what to do with... I want to encourage them to take the risk of helping people they otherwise may not have considered helping.”

Lt Cathcart said the Salvation Army’s Atherton branch maintained a strong network with other welfare organisations, such as the Tablelands’ Women’s Shelter and various disability and support services in order to help those struggling to make ends meet.

“We provide pastoral care alongside that and offer friendship from within our church community but we also link in with our church communities,” she said.

“There’s so many different places where people can connect with.”

Lt Cathcart appealed to the community for more volunteers and financial resources to help the most vulnerable.

“As a small community, obviously we get a smaller piece of the funding pie and we’re not as closely linked to the big services in Cairns or Townsville,” she said. “We are a very generous community and people do rally around, but we still need an increase in generosity in terms of time, love and gifts.”

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Water study could unlock Cape York A NEW study into a major water facility in Cape York has the potential to turn the area into south-east Asia’s food bowl.

Northern Australia minister Senator Matt Canavan announced an $825,000 feasibility study into a major water facility at Lakeland last week, exciting local farmers in the area who lack a decent water supply.

Cape York Sustainable Futures CEO Trish Butler said the study would canvass a number of options, including the possibility of a dam, weir or irrigation system.

“What we want to do is get the science in the conversation rather than emotional issues,” she said.

“We need to explore all possible scenarios to come up with a real solution to the problem at Lakeland which is there is no water.”

Ms Butler said Lakeland had the potential to become the food bowl of southeast Asia if a water facility could be built.

“Our proximity to Asia is closer than it is to Brisbane,” she said.

“We are hopeful the feasibility report will be complete within 12 months and we will be setting up a community consultative and advisory committee to ensure the project delivers the best outcomes.”

The study will be funded out of the $2

billion National Water Infrastructure Development Fund.

Lakeland banana farmer Peter Inderbitzin welcomed the study, saying the area had been crying out for a central water supply to avoid having to rely on a network of small private dams.

“We’ve got absolutely brilliant soil here. All we need is water...We don’t get one drop of rain for at least eight months,” he said.

“That is what’s holding the whole show back. It’s not just for us, it’s for all farmers.”

Mr Inderbitzin, who owns a 2000 ha farm, said Lakeland was home to several types of crops including sorghum, cowpeas, watermelon and dolichos lablab.

Cattle properties are also present in the area.

“We already have around 14,000 ha of good, red soil that’s already been cleared, but there’s only water for 10 per cent of it,” Mr Inderbitzin said. “If we can get water here, this district will move. It’s really a no-brainer.”

Mr Inderbitzin said a large water facility would minimise nutrient runoff spilling over into existing rivers and ultimately ending up in the Great Barrier Reef.

Senate candidate to challenge status quo

Lakeland cattle producer Joy Marriott has been chosen by Katter’s Australian Party as their first ever senate candidate.

Queensland’s most northern senate candidate has pledged to put the Far North first this election.

Lakeland cattle producer Joy Marriott has been chosen by Katter’s Australian Party as their first ever senate candidate.

The mum-of-two, who was educated in Mareeba and Townsville, has a long list of industry affiliations including Cattleman’s Union Native Title Committee northern president, Australian Meat and Livestock Corporation Marketing Committee member, and sitting on the Northern Marketing and Research Committee.

Ms Marriott believes that voters are being ripped off by State and Federal Governments when it comes to the provision of essential services and jobs.

“The loss of regional manufacturing industries has left North Queensland more and more dependent on rural industries, yet drought has crippled farmers and towns,” she said.

“Drought must be redefined by government as a natural disaster and it should attract funding that is accessible for all farmers, businesses and councils.”

Ms Marriott wants a “bi-partisan approach” to the State Government’s Rural Debt and Drought Taskforce and called for the re-introduction of a Reconstruction and Development Bank.

She also questioned the validity of claims that farm nutrient runoff is damaging the Great Barrier Reef and instead suggested a ban on phosphates in cleaning products would have a more effective environmental outcome.

While she is against the State Government’s proposed vegetation laws, Ms Marriott was active in Cook Shire being declared a Coal Seam Gas-free zone last year.

“I am very concerned that we make little revenue from CSG yet it poses the greatest threat ever to underground water supplies,” she said.

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This is one of the biggest financial decisions they will have to make, and one where they’ll be bombarded with often confusing information.

But Mareeba Branch Manager Stephen Gear said the more first home buyers educated themselves, the less chance they would make a decision they would regret.

“There are a number of steps people should work through before they apply for their first home loan, and each can have a significant effect on their mortgage amount and repayments.”

Stephen’s tips for a regret-free home loan: 1. A big deposit is ideal, but there are other options.

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• 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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dimbulah lions festival S aturday, May 28 Photos by P eter Roy

mareeba swimming th pool 50 y anniversar

KICKING BACK: (L-R) Greg Woon, Dave Maxwell, Shirley Bradley and Lindsey Cullington.

Diana Damiani, Kallum Ramscar and Yvette Ramscar.

Sunday, May 29

FUN DAY: (L-R) Joe Pilat, Marj Duffield and Tony Hay

MAKING A SPLASH: Locals play a game of canoe polo at the pool.

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FAMILY DAY: (L-R) Aaron Hollins, Sam Hollins and Jane Hollins

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

Location, location, location

Brand new to the market, this rendered masonry block three bedroom home set on a generous 3044m2 corner allotment is in the highly sought after location of Cobra Estate, Cairns side of Mareeba.

Just a short walk away from the Amaroo Medical Centre and minutes to all other town conveniences of shops, banks and schools, this home features spacious bedrooms with built in robes, tiles throughout and a lock up garage.

The front patio and rear patio overlook fruit bearing trees and a 6m x 3m masonry block shed The low maintenance floor-plan makes cleaning easy and the clever design takes advantage of the natural breezes and sunlight with use of louvre windows and large fixed panes of toughened glass with an additional 5 kilowatt hour solar panel set up The property is currently lived in by tenants who love the neighbourhood and have called this place home since 2013.

Other property features include a dog proof fenced rear yard, 2 street access and 2 street access.

Wow, a masonry block home on a 3044m2 allotment in a top location for $349,000 negotiable – this one won't last long.

For further information or a private inspection contact exclusive agent John Goncalves at Ray White Rural Mareeba on 0407 690 961.

Address: Price: Agent:

Contact:

MAREEBA $349,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to John Gonvalves Ray White Rural Mareeba 0407 690 961

Acreage living on a beer budget

open home

Designed for the modern family This home has been well designed for family living. The main bedroom with its gorgeous ensuite and walk through robe opens out onto the spacious 8 x 3.5m tiled patio.

The other two bedrooms and bathroom are situated on the other side of the house allowing peace and privacy for Mum and Dad. Bosch appliances, including slide away rangehood and dishwasher, are a feature of the well placed kitchen. Be a part of the action while entertaining guests or Address: keeping an eye on Price: the children.

Agent: Fully tiled and

air conditioned for Contact: your comfort.

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Fenced on three sides with side access for boats and caravans and loads of room for a huge shed and pool in the back yard.

The large 935m2 block is almost an empty slate for your creative gardens.

Inspect this Saturday at the open home from 2.30 to 3.15pm at 194 Hastie Road, Mareeba.

Phone Lynne Neal on 0429 184 416 for more information.

194 Hastie Road, MAREEBA $349,000 Lynne Neal Lynne Neal Real Estate 0429 184 416

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/3rd bedroom • Very spacious lounge room • Three separate fenced paddocks, chook run • Stables with enclosed tack and storage area • One 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 EXCLUSIVE to Andrew Rogato Rogato Real Estate 4092 5255 or 0418 183 444

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PROPERTY The beauty within – come and have a look open home

PRICE REDUCED!

• QUALITY 4 BEDROOM HOME IN FAMILY FRIENDLY AREA • FULLY TILED + FRESHLY PAINTED INTERNALLY • BUILT-INS, SECURITY SCREENS + ENSUITE & A/C IN MAIN • 859m2 FENCED BLOCK + SIDE ACCESS & GARDEN SHED

0417 700 468

PRICE: $365,000 WWW.JOETORRISI.COM.AU

ALTITUDE

This home is well and truly ready for you to move into and enjoy living without having to do any further work. The current owner has taken care of everything that needed updating or fixing.

Fully run by solar power – so you will not be depressed each time you receive an electricity bill. A brand new kitchen, spruced up bathroom, polished timber floors, built-ins in all three bedrooms, open plan living, aircons and fans – just some of the things you will find so appealing.

A corner block that is extra length which Inspect by appoitment or at the open might allow you to build an additional home. Contact Elizabeth Bors at Altidwelling. A garage/shed and a carport plus tude Realty Mareeba on 0437 921 648 or a large entertainment area at the back of 4092 4100. www.altituderealtymareeba. the house completes this home. com.au All this at a walking distance to Coles and the rest of town.

Address: 8 Downs Street, MAREEBA Available for inspections any Price: $263,000 time, just give me a call first or Agent: Elizabeth Bors visit me at the open home this FriAltitude Realty Mareeba day (June 3) and Sunday (Jeune Contact: 0437 921 468 5) from 11am to 12noon.

REALTY MAREEBA 4092 4100

PRICE REDUCTION • $305,000 • 1 Egan Street • Large House

• Renovated • Good Location • Walk To Barron

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

107-111 BYRNES ST

Price heavily reduced

Inspect and make your offer today!

$349,000 For Quick Sale

• 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, double garage • Tiled throughout, fully airconditioned • Great kitchen with loads of cupboards and bench space • Main bedroom with gorgeous ensuite • 8 x 3.5m patio, 935m2 block, side access, loads of room for shed & pool • Quiet location with medical centre close by

Open home this Saturday, 4th June 2.30pm – 3.15pm 194 Hastie Road, Mareeba

www.lynnenealrealestate.com.au

Phone 0429 184 416

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If you're looking for a modern, low maintenance home with a little extra entertaining area this three bedroom represents a wonderful opportunity.

It's surprisingly clever design means that the main bathroom can be accessed from both the master bedroom and the other side and features a separate outside vanity allowing the area to be utilised by more than one person at a time. The carport is also positioned directly adjacent to the entertainment area and has the added bonus of being open for entertaining... you won't be short on space!

The fully tiled internal layout is also very well positioned with an open plan living area extending out to the entertainment area.

Other features include: • Immaculately presented and fully tiled throughout plus built-in cupboards in bedrooms • Fresh neutral colours throughout • Paved outdoor entertainment area with shade sails • Painted cement driveway and carport

• Impeccably landscaped gardens with stone wall feature garden beds • Fully fenced 830m2 allotment with private gazebo positioned amongst the stunning tropical gardens • Large garden shed • Only five minutes from town Whether you're a first homebuyer, a family or an investor... this property would certainly suit...Inspection is a must.

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

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

MAREEBA $319,000 Joe Torrisi Joe Torrisi Real Estate 0417 700 468

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PROPERTY Modern unit – walking distance to CBD

THIS modern unit is located in Mareeba near the CBD, school, churches, PCYC hall, medical clinic and hospital, just to name a few.

Two bedroom unit featuring a walk through robe in the main bedroom and the second bedroom has wardrobe hanging space.

The unit has wheel chair access to toilet and ensuite style bathroom, a two vehicle carport with laundry.

The unit has an approximate floor area is 147m2 (includes carport, front patio and internal floor area), plus solar hot water.

Priced at $295,000 negotiable – come and have a look today.

Contact exclusive agent – Mareeba Real Estate Agencies on 4092 1556 or Mark on 0428 121 520 and Lyn on 0427 153 868. Email: mrea4880@qld. chariot.net.au Address: Price: Agent:

MAREEBA $295,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Mareeba Real Estate Agencies 0428 121 520 or 0427 153 868

Contact:

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Buy right – buy now

MAKE AN OFFER ...

Investment Or FIrst HOme tHIs One tIcks All tHe BOxes

You can wake to the sound of birds and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle in this popular outback town!

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

Call Margaret on 4094 7293 or 0499 521680

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Chillagoe is ‘Cave and Marble Country’ at the end of the 'Wheelbarrow Way’

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

MAREEBA REAL ESTATE AGENCIES Whether you are looking for an in- work to be done outside. Side access vestment or a place to call home, buy- is available with a cement driveway to ing the right property that is situated a 6m x 3m garden shed.

So, give us a call and organise in a great well know area with great street appeal is the way to go! an inspection straight away - this is This home is a three bedroom, two a great opportunity to secure a great bathroom home with great design - investment or first home. open plan and very well thought out.

Tiled living areas with carpeted gener- For further information or a prious sized bedrooms. The kitchen has vate inspection please contact explenty of cupboard and bench space clusive agent Ivona Carusi at Ray and overlooks the dining and living White Rural Mareeba on 0409 579 spaces, as well as a servery to the 197. back patio which is ideal when entertaining.

Outside you have Address: MAREEBA a patio plus a pergola Price: $349,000 NEG area to accommodate Agent: EXCLUSIVE to Ivona Carusi larger gatherings. The

Ray White Rural Mareeba 822m2 block is fully Contact: 0409 579 197 fenced and very easy to maintain with minimal

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• Renovated House • Massive Shed • 1012m2 Block • Fully Fenced $259,000 ID#1P1811

• 2 Living Areas • Garden Shed • Timber Floors • 1032m2 Block $225,000 ID#1P1633

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• APPROXIMATELY 40 HA (100 ACRES) CLEARED • 3 BEDROOM CONCRETE BLOCK HOME • WORKER’S QUARTERS • RIVER FRONTAGE • BULK STORAGE SHED PLUS STORAGE BARNS • SOME MACHINERY • IRRIGATION PLANT • 70ML WATER ALLOCATION

$765,000 4092 1556

7 Hort Street, Mareeba

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PROPERTY

Picture perfect paradise This remarkable split-level Colonial Style Queenslander radiates elegance and warmth. The combination of red brick and beautifully stained hardwood timbers provide highlights both inside and out.

Be enchanted by the quality finishes, including beautiful french doors and windows, gold tap wear to the kitchen and bathrooms and a classic spiral staircase. An abundance of doors and windows surround the residence inviting ample natural light into all of the home.

Tailored for entertaining, the spacious lounge room is complete with a wood-fired heater and is accompanied by an open plan dining area, with eye catching raked ceilings and exposed beams accentuating the entire living area and kitchen. The kitchen is at the heart of the home, boasting an abundance of cupboard space, stone bench tops and an island bench incorporating the 90cm gas cook top.

Opening out from the living area is the beautiful wraparound verandah and large entertainment deck complemented by stunning views of the Barron River valley, mountains and tree tops. The outdoor living area offers a perfect setting for entertaining family and guests.

The top floor also features an office, laundry and two generous bedrooms including the master suite with walk-in robe, and main bathroom with fernery. Imagine relaxing in the bath after a long day overlooking luscious greenery... bliss.

The ground floor is fitted with the remaining three generous sized bedrooms, second bathroom, second lounge/sitting room, additional spacious storage room and double garage. All bedrooms are east facing capturing exquisite scenic views of the mountains.

The property also has a 18m x 9m (approx) galvanised shed which incorporates fully self-contained guest house or

granny flat, perfect for family and guests or as a teenagers retreat. This little paradise is set on a low maintenance 6 acre bush block on the banks of the Barron River offing privacy and peacefulness while still being minutes to town.

To truly appreciate the elegance and warmth this home brings an inspection is a must. Contact the exclusive agent Remo Esposito at Central Realty today. Phone 0401 969 473.

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

Ellery Road, MAREEBA $295,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Vince Costas Central Realty Mareeba 0401 969 473

4 2 4 RURAL LIFESTYLE, PRICED TO SELL  Five acres, fully fenced, 3 paddocks  Full masonry block construction  Airconditioned bedrooms, large kitchen  Just repainted inside and out  New carpet to the bedrooms  Cairns side but still close to town  Great for a couple of horses or a cow  4 bay shed with power for Dad  Fixed Wireless NBN available as well

236 Malone Road, Mareeba $520,000 NEG

REMO ESPOSITO 0401 969 473 Office: 4092 2232 Email: remo@crmareeba.com www.crmareeba.com

MAREEBA PROPERTY OFFICE

EXCLUSIVE

EXCLUSIVE

SOLID AS A ROCK

BLUE RIBBON HOME

• Fully fenced 4241m2 block, located Biboohra • 3 bedrooms, verandahs all round, bore • 6m x 6m shed, 2nd bathroom next to shed • Garden shed, school bus, rubbish collection

• 4 bed, 2 bath, 400m2 rendered block home • Chef’s kitchen, sep. living & dining areas, a/c • Outdoor entertain. area, large garden shed • Fully tiled double garage, fully fenced block

$339,000 NEG

$490,000 NEG

JOHN FALVO 0408 456 344

SALLY TEITZEL 0427 933 417

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Come and discover this unique lifestyle property spread over a picturesque 9.3 acres of peace and privacy.

Surrounded by established and landscaped tropical gardens is this well-maintained country style homestead. Of masonry block construction, the home features a timber kitchen, spacious open plan living and wide, wrap around verandahs. There are three generously sized bedrooms with built-ins, 2-way bathroom with access from the main, 2 toilets and an office area adjoining the kitchen.

Additional features include beautifully decorated cornices and rosettes, air-conditioning and a solar panel system. A double drive-through carport is ideal for vehicle accommodation or hosting parties.

A large shed with workshop and cold room plus an adjoining 2 bedroom self-contained living quarters are located nearby. Previously, international farm stay students have been hosted here for a rural lifestyle experience.

The property is fully fenced into 6 paddocks,

ideal for horses or cattle. Bordering Levison Creek, water is supplied by a 12 megalitre allocation and 2 x 22,000L concrete storage tanks.

Properties of this calibre are a rare find and this one is a must see for the lifestyle buyer. An inspection is highly recommended.

For further information or to arrange an inspection, please contact exclusive agents John Falvo and Sophie Bozzo at Mareeba Property Office. Phone 4092 1355.

Address: MAREEBA Price: $620,000 NEG Agent: EXCLUSIVE to John and Sophie Mareeba Property Office Contact: 4092 1355

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SPINACH MUSHROOM AND FETA CRUSTLESS QUICHE

Ingredients

1. Preheat the oven to 180ºC. Squeeze the excess moisture from the thawed spinach. Rinse any dirt or debris from the mushrooms, then slice thinly.

Mince the garlic.

2. Add the mushrooms, garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper to a pan spritzed lightly with non-stick spray (or a splash of cooking oil). Sauté the mushrooms and garlic until the mushrooms are soft and all of their moisture has evaporated away (5-7 minutes).

3. Place the squeeze-dried spinach in the bottom of a pie dish. Place the sautéed mushrooms on top of the spinach, followed by the crumbled feta.

4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and Parmesan. Season lightly with pepper. Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables and feta in the pie dish. Top with the shredded mozzarella.

5. Bake the crustless quiche for 45-55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown (ovens may vary). Cut into six slices and serve.

June 22 to July 22

You probably aren’t getting straight answers to your questions. You may not be happy if members of your family are not pulling their weight. Residential moves look hectic and sudden changes in your life are likely.

Leo

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July 23 to Aug 22

Those you work with may have little consideration for the underdog. Disputes on the home front may be hard to avoid. Your emotional partner may make you angry this week.

Virgo

Aug 23 - Sept 23

Libra

Sept 24 to Oct 23

You might find that the extra cash will come in handy when an opportunity to invest comes along. The personal problems you may be having are interfering with your productivity.

WORD

Opportunities for romance will flourish through travel. You can make personal changes that will enhance your reputation and give you greater self confidence.

Money problems will get worse if your partner hasn’t been playing by the rules.

Scorpio

Oct 24 to Nov 22

Your best efforts will come through investments concerning your home. Nagging has never been something that you could tolerate, and it’s once again driving you into a lonely state of affairs.

Sagittarius

Nov 23 to Dec 21

You should want to feel good about yourself and your goals.

You can make money through your own creative efforts. You will get out of shape easily if you don’t keep on top of things.

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Puzzle solutions

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Partnerships will be favorable and contracts can be signed. A new image can be the result if you change your look. Curb your mood swings; they could result in loneliness.

Aquarius

Jan 21 to Feb 19

This is a great day for a family outing or just a drive. Compromise may be necessary. Partnerships may be strained if one of you has been erratic and hard to deal with.

Pisces

Max 23o Min 16o

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May 22 to June 21

Take precautions while traveling; you don’t have to get anywhere that fast. Do what’s best for the people you love most. Your ability to be practical in business will help.

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Max 23o Min 16o

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8. A feeling of discomfort or weakness caused by lack of food.

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4. Cut the wool off a sheep or other animal.

5. Not able to be predicted; changeable.

6. Pitifully or deplorably meagre or bad.

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20. Stupid.

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Feb 20 to March 20

Direct your energy into physical exertion. Residential moves will be favorable. You have more than enough on your plate already. Don’t allow your personal problems to interfere with your professionalism.

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INDEX

business A

DIRECTORY Entertainment

Childcare Cleaning Curtains & Blinds

Air Conditioning

B

F

Floor Coverings Fuel Furniture

E

Blinds Bulldozer Hire

Earthmoving Electrical Embroidery

C

G

Graphic Design

AIR CONDITIONING

H

Motor Mechanic

Handyman

I

Irrigation I.T

M

CHILDCARE

P

Photography Plumbing Pool Maintenance

R

Roofing & Sheds

Security Skip Bins Storage

T

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

Venue Hire

EMBROIDERY

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

this spot could be yours!

Phone The Express today 4092 3464

your local business guide

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

FLOOR COVERINGS

Contact: Dale Ikin dale@tmcnq.com.au M: 0438 170 388 SERVICING NORTH QLD

A1 Complete CleAning ServiCeS Are A dediCAted teAm of CleAning profeSSionAlS SpeCiAliSing in:

ELECTRICAL

BLINDS

CURTAINS & BLINDS

Vertical & Venetian Blinds Panel Glides > Timber Blinds

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

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

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

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Supply & Fit

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Blinds and Curtains P 4095 5669 F 4095 5797 M 0408 887 701

BULLDOZER HIRE

Plus we sell...

Tracks > Rods > Accessories

Tracks > Rods Competitive Curtains & Furnishings

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY >Phone: & Accessories 0429 869 023 96 James Street,Curtains Mareeba Competitive & Furnishings

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

Phone: 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

For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619

receive 4¢ per litre discount by presenting this ad

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

• Tracks & Rods • Furniture • Sheets & Towels • Floor Coverings

MAREEBA LEAGUES CLUB

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FUEL

Budget Blinds, Curtains and Materials

ENTERTAINMENT

OPEN 7 Days FOr LuNcH aND DiNNEr

Supply & Lay FREE Measure & Quote

Service StationS open to the public

96 James Street, Mareeba

• BISTRO • BAR • TAB • POKIES • KENO • FUNCTIONS

159 Walsh St, Mareeba P: 4092 5466 M: 0419 736 229

24 hour Fuel Service to approved customers (Mareeba only)

For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619

PHONE 4092 2922

FLOORS

MAREEBA FLOOR COVERING CENTRE

CALL 0499 509 635

for a free no obligation quote!

Custom Made

Mareeba 4092 2800 Atherton 4091 3300

Carpet & Vinyl > Carpet & Vinyl Tiles > Floating Floors

Daniel Battistin

BLINDS

Carpet • Vinyl • CeramiCs Floating Floors • Blinds

Trust the FLOOR Covering Man!

• Vacate, Office and Commercial Cleaning • Top Quality & Affordable Cleaning with a keen eye for detail • We are fully insured and locally oWned

CURTAINS & BLINDS

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

EARTHMOVING CIVIL PLANT HIRE DAMS ROADS TRUCK HIRE DRAINAGE BITUMEN/ASPHALT FLOAT HIRE FARM ROADS CAR PARKS EXCAVATOR HIRE BUILDING PADS LASER LEVELLING MACHINERY HIRE

your local business guide

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

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

CLEANING

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

Desiree Siemon

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Do it right the first time!

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

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

Travel Tree Lopping

Timber

EARTHMOVING

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However, work falling outside that definition may be performed by unlicensed contractors and is not subject to any value limit.

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Congratulations

Birthday Reid Bailey Ellems Happy 4th Birthday Lots of love, Dad.

Congratulations

GENNARO & TERESA On your 50th Wedding Anniversary! ~~ 4th June, 2016 ~~

Love Mum & Annette.

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Lots of love Grandad and Nan.

50th Wedding Anniversary

To Mum and Dad

May God bless you for another 50.

From Eliseo, Maria-Luisa, Katherine and Daniel.

Happy 4th Birthday

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Thank You

Public Notice

Antonio Giorgio

NO COST AGED CARE TRAINING

The family of Antonio would like to sincerely thank the many relatives and friends who attended Antonio’s funeral, sent flowers, cards, phone calls, cooked meals and visited.

A special thank you to Rev Fr. John Sullivan, Italian Choir, The Lady of the Chain Committee, Doctors and staff of Amaroo Medical and medical staff at Mareeba Hospital, Sandra and the team at Tableland Community Funerals for the professional approach and attention to detail, pall bearers and Police.

And all our family, relatives and friends for their prayers, help, support and kindness shown to our family on our great loss.

May God bless you all.

Giorgio & Brignolo Families.

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REID BAILEY ELLEMS HAPPY 4TH BIRTHDAY

~~MUM & DAD~~

Congratulations on such a beautiful occasion.

Wishing you all the happiness and love in the world.

Love Joesph, Ayleen, Zach, Seth and Mayah.

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Gayle Anders Happy 4th birthday on June 1st and Duilio Di Pasquale Happy 40th on June 3rd.

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What’s Coming Up!

Local Events Calendar JUNE 1st Ravenshoe Community Gardens 3rd Birthday. Bamboo Solutions - 1

Ascham Street at 7.30pm. Entry $10.

3rd Tolga Q.C.W.A Cancer Council Biggest Morning Tea Cent Sale - Tolga

QCWA Hall. Doors open at 8:30am for 9:30am start. Entry $3, includes

morning tea.

11th Cancer Council Qld Atherton Branch Cent Sale and Biggest Morning Tea. Masonic Hall, Atherton. Doors open 12pm for a 1.30pm Draw. $3

entry All Welcome.

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.

Like The  Al-Anon Family Groups - Help for family and friends of Alcoholics meets in express Atherton & Yungaburra. Ph 1300 252 666. on  St George’s Church Indoor Bowls every Tuesday 1pm at St George’s Hall at facebook 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

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Latest / NEW Certificates x2 Cert III in Individual Support (CHC33015) (Ageing + Home & Community Care) • FREE to most Centrelink job seekers • Suitable “Work for the Dole” activity

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NOTICE OF IMPOUNDING ABANDONED VEHICLES To the owners of the following apparently abandoned vehicles: MAREEBA LAND FILL - VAUGHAN STREET YEAR COLOUR MAKE MODEL BODY REGO 2000 Red Toyota Avalon Sedan 917VSN 1998 White Ford Festiva Hatchback Black Honda Accord Sedan 268EQK Blue Bus Bus 1990 Blue Nissan Pulsar Hatchback 1997 White Holden Sedan 1986 White Mazda Sedan Sedan 612TGU 1998 White Hyundai Lantra Wagon 039TCW Red Mitsubishi Mirage Sedan White Mitsubishi Van White Ford Falcon Sedan 1991 Grey Toyota Camry Sedan White Mitsubishi Magna Sedan 640VSW Silver Holden Commodore Wagon 231TUT Silver Toyota Corona Wagon 869LJW Silver Nissan Pintara Sedan AA73NG 1996 White Ford Falcon Sedan 025VUD Silver Holden Astra Sedan Red Ford Falcon Sedan Blue Nissan Patrol Wagon Blue Mitsubishi Magna Sedan White Mitsubishi Wagon White Ford Au Falcon Wagon 2000 White Mitsubishi Lancer Sedan 1999 Gold Ford Falcon Wagon 283STT 1998 White Hyundai Lantra Wagon 039TCW 1985 White Ford Spectron Van 176LWL 1992 White Daihatsu Mira Hatchback Notice is hereby given that, under the Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act 1995 Section 100, the vehicles listed have been removed from roads within the Local Government area and have been detained by Council.

The vehicles listed (unless owners claim possession) will be offered for sale by public auction at a date to be advised at the above location.

Any enquiries regarding these vehicles are to be directed to Council’s Local Law Officers on 1300 308 461.

Peter Franks CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PO Box 154 www.msc.qld.gov.au MAREEBA QLD 4880 Phone: 1300 308 461

I wish to advise that I have ceased legal practice and vacated my premises at 9 Middlemiss St Mareeba. If you are a past client with safe custody documents which were not collected before my office closed, please contact Greg Sclippa, Solicitor, who will be able to make arrangements for collection of your documents.

His contact details are: GA Sclippa, Solicitor, 2a Middlemiss St, Mareeba Q.4880 (PO Box 1417) Ph: 4092 4864 • Fax 4092 4865 Thank you to all past clients for your support.

RFDS Near & Far Auxiliary Mother’s Day Raffle Winners: 1st: C. Cole Ticket No. 6459 2nd: B. Nielsen Ticket No. 6979 3rd: M. Quadrill Ticket No. 6320 Many Thanks To Donors & supporTers!

Livestock Quality Julatten Droughtmaster Bulls for sale. $1650 No. 3's $1100 No. 4's. Ph 40941931 anytime.

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NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING Council will conduct a special meeting to adopt the 2016/2017 Budget at 9.00am 15th June 2016 at the Council Chambers, Rankin Street, Mareeba.

CHANGE OF ORDINARY MEETING DATES Mareeba Shire Council wishes to advise that from 1st July, 2016 Ordinary Council meetings will be held on the third Wednesday of each month at the Council Chambers, Rankin Street, Mareeba, commencing at 9.00am unless otherwise determined by Council.

Minutes of the meetings are available from Council offices and the website.

Peter Franks CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PO Box 154 www.msc.qld.gov.au MAREEBA QLD 4880 Phone: 1300 308 461

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CLASSIfieds Funeral Notice

Position Vacant

Celestine June Wootton

CASUAL / PERMANENT SALES POSITION AVAILABLE

Late of Brisbane, formerly of Mareeba. Passed away on the 26th of May 2016, surrounded by her family, aged 45 years.

Dearly loved wife of David, Adored daughter of Emma Moretto and daughter-in-law of Rosemary Price. Cherished sister and sister-in-law of Joseph & Dianne, Margaret, Valerie (Phillips) and Eddie.

Devoted and fun loving Aunty to 6 nephews.

Loved by her extended family and friends.

Family and friends are warmly invited to attend a Funeral Service to be held at St. Thomas’ Catholic Church Mareeba on Thursday 2nd of June 2016, commencing at 1.00pm. At the conclusion of the service the Cortege will proceed to the Mareeba Cemetery.

Phone 4092 4774 • 180 Walsh St, Mareeba www.communityfunerals.com.au

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Now price $7,500, asking $6,500 Ono. Call 40 950105 after 7pm.

Transport

P & M Carriers  Taxi Trucks - Tail-Lifters  Express Couriers

Position available at McMahons Betta Home Living Mareeba, heavy lifting required, drivers licence an advantage.

Email resume to: mareeba@my.betta.com.au

SPECIALISING IN: • Parcels • Pallets • White Goods • Furniture • Tail Gate Lifts DELIVERIES TO: • Cairns • Kuranda • Mareeba • Mt Molloy • Julatten • Yungaburra • Tolga • Lake Tinaroo • Kairi • Atherton • Malanda • Millaa Millaa • Ravenshoe • Mt Garnet

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A casual position is available for an enthusiastic person at our new Kindy facility.

We are seeking a successful applicant that can carry out the following duties:  Exceptional customer service  Reception and admin duties  Experienced in word and excel  Able to demonstrate initiative  Able to work in a team environment  Ability to grasp new software and implement changes  Able to work unsupervised  Must be an organised person, and be able to work to deadlines  Experience in debtors, payroll and accounts or a willingness to learn The position will be a minimum of 20 hours per week between the hours of 8am to 12noon Monday to Friday.

please email cover letter and resumes to: gm@mareebakidscampus.com.au or phone Jeanette Sturiale (General Manager) or 0437 539 559 more information Applications close noon Wednesday 15th June, 2016.

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Church Notices

MALIN REFRIGERATED TRANSPORT

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

Land For Sale

Unit for Rent

30 acres - 5km to Mareeba.

Power, phone, creek frontage, fenced, good access. $300,000. Ph 0428 314 567.

Mareeba – two bedroom furnished unit. No pets. $300 per week + bond. Ph 4092 5225 or 0407 925 225.

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

Ph 0428 314 567.

Do you want to wish someone a happy birthday? Phone 4092 3464 or call into our office today to place an advertisement.

CASH OR ACCOUNT CUSTOMERS WELCOME

Phone 4092 6888 9 Park Ave, Mareeba (Former Living Waters)

WORSHIP SERVICE: Sunday 10am & 6pm

You are very welcome to join us to experience God’s unconditional love.

ENCOURAGING THOUGHT: I can’t change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always search for my destination.

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

Trades/ Services Concreting – drains, ramps, slabs, form work.

Anything, Anywhere. For a quote call Kris 0429 062 222.

CLASSIFIED deadline 4PM every FRIDAY EMAIL admin@theexpressnewspaper.com.au

EXPRESS sPORT RESULTS Ravenshoe Sporting Shooters Saturday 28th May 2016 - Pistol Results - N Roach 266.4, D Browning 265.5, V Burnett 210, K Jarman 166.1, H Poulos 147.1, B Gentle 99, D Nicol 81. 200m Fly Rifle - J Anderson 72 + Fly, N Roach 56 + Fly, H Poulos 42, D Browning 40, M Roach 32.

MAREEBA GOLF CLUB Thursday Sporters 26/05/16: Winner: Alan Houchin 23, R/ Up: Frank Baldwin 21, NTP: Wez Hodi, Brian Callow, Raffle: Jacqui Lambert. Friday Comp: 27/05/16 Single Stableford Sponsor: MAREEBA GOLF CLUB, Winner:Grant Cupitt 38, NTP:Tim Lambert. Saturday Comp: 28/05/ 16 Single Stroke MONTHLY MEDAL Sponsor: MAREEBA LEAGUES CLUBWinners: Men’s: Alan Houchin 67, Ladies: Chris Benjamin 76, R/Up Men’s: Tony Lovatt 69, Ladies: Jacqui Lambert 77 NTP: Wez Hodi, Les Elliott, Rundown: Anthony Mete 70, Rod Cade 72, Chris Ellison 72. Sunday Comp; 29/05/16 Single Stableford Sponsor: Steggles Mareeba - winner: Eugene Geyl 42, R/UP: Tim Lambert 36 (CB), NTP: Tim Lambert, Rundown: Kevin Moore 36 (CB).

RAVENSHOE/MT GARNET RIFLE CLUB May 29: Sunny with switching winds and heavy mirage. Results for double 600, 10 shots comp. Target Rifle – S. Durham (Mareeba) 104.8. F Standard – M. Wood 116.10, L. Wilson 115.6, M. Wilson 107.4. F/TR – B. Gianasi 111.6, C. Allman 110.4, J. Anderson 104.2.

Yungaburra Bowls Club Tuesday, 24th May - Barefoot Night Bowls - Winners: Bernie Dobe, Gary Eagleton and Julie Brzozowski. Wednesday, 25th May - Mixed Social - Winners: Tony Whykes, Barbara Lloyd and Val Prien. Runner’s Up: Danny Gibson, Terry Wright (visitor) and Coral Milloy. Ladies Championship Singles - Suzie Hemensley defeated Robyn Williams. Gavin and Corey Johnson forfeited to Gary Pritchard and Jeremy Cooper. No bowls Friday, 27th May. Saturday, 28th May Men’s B Grade Singles - Paul Sloan defeated John Dudley.

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The Daveson Cup at Silkwood - A great day was had by all.

Many thanks to Silkwood for looking after us so well. The catering was excellent. Yungaburra won and came home with the cup. Sunday, 29th May - Men’s Championship Rinks Ashley Jones, Mal Gordon, Fred Sloan and Terry McCarthy defeated Gavin Johnson, Trevor Haughton, Corey Johnson and Ian Haughton.

Mareeba & Memorial Bowls Club Tuesday 24/5/16: Winners: Hazel, Sue, Peter.Touchers: Vince Giacometti, Tony Gava, Vince Mete. Wednesday: Rob Brown, Aldo DeZen R/U Roly Hill, Carmel DeZen. Thursday: Syd Gordois, Barry Lynne R/U Tony Capella, Mario Battistin.

Friday: Finals - Corporate bowls: Winners – RTS Concreting R/U LM Engineering, Thank you to Home Hardware for their donation of prizes. Friday night winners: Lawrie Frankish and his young guns. Sunday: Bruno Rossett, Peter Soda, Eileen Stevens R/U Paul Venturi, Pauline Brown, Ethel Thompson, John Barnes.

Atherton Golf Wednesday Sporters played an American Foursomes won by the Brown brothers Greg & Tony 39 1/2 nett,ru-up Peter Doherty and Karl Riber 41 1/8, 3rd Mick Fleming and Jeff Stotter 43 1/8. Thursday Ladies played their Harold Nasser round won by Patsy McMahon 73 nett from Michelle Pearsall 74 nett. NTPs 3,11 & 18 Annette Seawright,18 Sandra Watson.Least Putts Shelley Broadley. Friday chook run had a great field of 21 and won on a 4 way countback by Mark Broadley 14 pts. Saturday Juniors played a stroke round.

Tadpoles gross winner Riley Valance 33 ,ru-up Kane Boland 34. Nett winner Jacob Bye 13 ,ru-up Ben Cannon 20. Least putts Jacob Bye. Novice winner Tom Flynn,ru-up Matt Graves. Least putts Tom Flynn. putts for dough Kane Boland Saturday Members played a 4BBB Stableford. Ladies Sponsored by Atherton Decor. Winners Joan Meynell and Dee Jierasak 41 pts,ru-up Ann Moss and Annette Seawright 40 pts.

NTPs 11 Annette,13 Kerry Williamson,18 Heather Beaven.

Mens Sponsored by Max Slade Design was won by father

and son teamGreg and Callum Lee with a great 50 pts,ru-up Kev Shaw and Denis Penshorn 48 pts ,3rd Mark Broadley and Rob Tomasetig 47 pts. NTPs 3 Mick Buckley,11 Ian Toward,13 Tony Brown,18 Rob Tomasetig. Saturday meat raffle winner no.38 Jenko. Sundays Yungaburra Butchery Stableford winner was Graham Hepburn backing up last Sundays win with a great 43 pts, ru-up Michael Conolly 41 pts with Gav.Comino and Phil Hendricks 38 pts. NTPs 3 Phil Hendricks,11 Ken McClarty,13 Darren Morey,18 Shelley Broadley (well done Shell. beating the boys of the tee ).

ARCHERY The Tableland Company of Archers hosted the 2016 North Queensland Clout Championships over the two days. Five members of the club participated in perfect shooting conditions. Six visitors Shane Heath, Laurence Capocchi, Robert Gravemer, Mike Christensen and James and Sophia McMillan attended the coaching session with Neil Stallard. Results Double Clout Saturday and Sunday: 180m Veteran Men’s Crossbow: G Neilson 332, 335 - 319, 325 total 1311, 165m Cadet Boys Compound: B McDowell 318, 305 – 322, 330 total 1275(shot PB), 145m Veteran Men’s Recurve: P Lillingstone 223, 186 total 409, 125m Cub Boys Compound: D Taylor 330, 320 – 335, 309 total 1294 (broke club and NQ record), 100m Cub Boys Recurve: N Prince 335, 320 – 335, 326 total 1316 (broke club and NQ record and top scored!)

Congratulations boys for shooting so well. Three of the juniors will be participating in the June FITA Tournament in Townsville next weekend, good shooting boys.

Mareeba Tennis Tuesday Ladies comp. starting soon. A competition involving only tableland teams. All inquiries to Gina Ph. # 07 4092 2547 Mid-week fixtures: Div. 4 Penny d Annette 34-22, Div. 3 Russell d Garry 31-25, Julie d Rhonda 34-22, Bronwyn d Janelle 30-26, Div. 2 Narelle d Robert 33-23, Simon d Nick 36-20, Div. 1Danny d JJJ & G 31-25, Chris d Libor 34-22. Thurs.

8am social tennis Winner of the Frog 26/5/2016 Pauline Sat. Tablelands Comp - Atherton d Eacham.

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EXPRESS sPORT Local talent ready to rock Peninsula

Red Devils clinch top spot ahead of semis The Red Devils men’s basketball combinations have claimed top position on the championship table, following a convincing 60-40 win over Stingrays last week.

The win gives a distinct advantage going into the semi-finals this Thursday night.

The Devils took control from the opening jump ball and by half-time held a handy 35-20 lead. The side held off challenges from Stingrays during the remaining quarters to register a good win.

Clinton Cameron was in tremendous form for the winners, contributing 25 points, while Andy Harris and young Luke Fresta provided good support.

Although well beaten, the young Stingrays side had some good moments with Ayden Smith and Jake Priestly showing out best.

The Barras men’s side concluded the season on a winning note, defending Mareeba Express by 44-35 but were unable to avoid the wooden spoon.

Mareeba Basketball now heads in to semi-finals this week. The ladies semis were finalised last week with the various senior and junior divisions to be decided this week.

Both men’s championship qualifiers on Thursday are expected to be closely

contested games. Several junior curtain raisers played during the afternoon will provide supporters with entertaining basketball.

All semi-final winners will progress to the championship title deciders next week.

SEMI FINAL DRAW:

TUESDAY 31/05/16: 6.30pm TEQUILA SLAMMERS VS M.A.M.M.A.S. 7.30pm KILLERS VS MIAKATS. THURSDAY 2/06/16: 3.30pm 7,8,9 - ORANGE VS BLUE, 4.20pm 7,8,9 - PINK VS BLACK. 5.10pm 10,11,12 COMP - ORANGE VS SONLIA, 6.05pm 10,11,12 COMP - PUMA PINK VS BLUE GREEN, 7.15pm MENS – RED DEVILS VS YOUNG G’S, 8.15pm MENS - COMETS VS CIGGY BUTTS. FRIDAY 3/06/15: 3.30pm AUSSIE HOOPS, 4.30pm ORANGE VS PINK, 5.15pm BLUE VS BLACK.

Serg Battistin, Kohen Allen, Joey Srhoj and Eryk Legaspi have been named Peninsula shadow players, while Jon Gambino (centre) was named in the under 11/12 Peninsula team.

MAREEBA’S soccer talent has once again shone in the Far North, with five local players making Peninsula teams.

Serg Battistin (St Stephen’s/Bulls), Kohen Allen (St Thomas’s/Bulls), Joey Srhoj (Mareeba State School/ Bulls) and Eryk Legaspi (St Stephen’s/FNQ Heat) have all been named as shadows in their respective age groups, while Jon Gambino (Mareeba State School/ Bulls) picked up a starting spot in the U11/12 side.

Jon, 12, said he was pumped to make the squad and looked forward to testing himself against other regional teams at the state championships in Stanthorpe next week.

“I’m very excited. I think I’ll be playing on the left wing,” he said.

“My goal is to try and make the state team... There’s

some good players down there.”

Jon said he hoped to pick up some new skills at the championships and try to emulate his idol Cristiano Ronaldo with his signature step over.

“I want to try and be like him and play a high level,” he said.

“He’s a good role model, his skills are very good and you can learn a lot from him.”

The youngster is expecting a tough battle out on the pitch, but hoped he could do enough to impress Queensland coaches.

“I’m just going to train hard and get myself ready,” he said.

The Queensland School Sport 10-12 years Football State Championships will be held in Stanthorpe from June 9 to 12.

Mareeba kids take out school futsal titles A HOST of school-based teams from Mareeba have dominated the FNQ School Futsal Titles.

Held in Cairns last month, teams from Mareeba State High School, St Stephens Catholic College and Mareeba State School all walked away champions of their respective age groups.

Mareeba State High’s under 18 team took out the boys open competition after winning their grand final against Freshwater 4-3 in extra time, going through undefeated.

Coach Ronnie Leporati said it was a great achievement for his squad, who had won the competition four years out of the past five.

“The under 18’s team has been competing for the past five years with nearly all the same players,” he said.

“The boys will be back next year to de-

fend their title in their last year of school.”

St Stephen’s enjoyed similar success with not one, but two teams winning their grand final matches.

Coached by Luch Avolio, the under 14’s train once a week at school and went through undefeated to win their grand final 3-1 against St Augustine's.

It was same for the St Stephen’s under 13 team, who mirrored the under 14’s by going through undefeated and winning 3-1 against St Augustine's .

Mr Avolio was stoked with both teams’ performances.

“They played great all day and gave it their all in the finals,” he said.

In the younger grades, a team of five students from Mareeba State School took home the silverware after winning 3-2 on penalties in a spectacular shootout.

Their first time in the competition, the

Under 14s futsal champions from St Stephen’s Catholic College.

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young squad had no substitutes all day, and after a nil-all draw at full time and a one-all draw at the end of extra time, they went through to win their age group.

“These boys played their hearts out with no subs for the whole day,” Mr Leporati said.

“They played eight games going through undefeated into the final.

“The boys were very emotional and exhausted after winning the final and I couldn’t be any more happier for them.”

The FNQ School Futsal Titles are held each year in Cairns at the Redlynch Central Sports Stadium.

2016 saw a record number of 150 teams compete in the competition from May 16 to May 26. More than 30 schools, from under 8 to under 18 teams, participated, making it the biggest Queensland school futsal completion outside of Brisbane.

St Stephens Under 13s winning team.

Under 18’s futsal champions from Mareeba State High School.

Under 11s champion team from Mareeba State School.

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Bulls claw down Lions to win 3-2 Winning goal scorer Robert Pendenza.

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THE Mareeba Bulls have once again come from behind to record a narrow 3-2 victory against Leichhart on Sunday.

The defending premiers were caught on the back foot early, as the Lions came out roaring with two goals midway through the first half.

But a rousing pep talk from Mareeba coach Alex Srhoj at the break spurred the Bulls into action in the second half. He urged his players to show what they are made off, and they responded like champions.

The comeback started when Wayne Srhoj was brought down on the 61st minute in the penalty area, resulting in a Lions defender being sent from the field.

Dennis Allen stepped up and promptly converted from the spot. From then on, it was all the Bulls, with Robert Pendenza scoring a second goal on the 77th minute with a fine header at the back post.

Pendenza struck again just eight minutes later to close out the game with another come-from-behind

victory. The Bulls faithful was again witness to the Bulls fighting spirit and another come from behind victory.

Srhoj said he was pleased his side showed character in coming from behind to win, but warned their best was yet to come.

“I asked the players at half-time, it’s all about how much ticker we have, and how much we wanted it more than them, and they responded and showed what spirit they have,” he said.

“But we still have a long way to go, we were very rusty, very lethargic in the first half.

“We got the three points and we had to work for it, which is no better preparation for the next match.”

The Mareeba Bulls Reserve team went down 5-3, while the Youth boys drew 2-2.

The Bulls second division mens came away with a comprehensive 4-1 victory over the Dimbulah Barra’s on Friday night, at Dimbulah.

Six a piece for Roosters and Gators Despite being the first team to score the Atherton Roosters have suffered a nine tries to one demolition at the hands of Cairns Brothers, at Williams Park on Saturday night.

After leading 18-6 at the break, Brothers finished 44-6 winners over the Roosters, who are struggling to recover their early season form in the 2016 Cairns District Rugby League premiership.

The Roosters looked slick early when they scored the first try just five minutes into the round nine match, but there was little to smile about after that for the red, white and blue.

For Roosters coach Dean Howard it was another horror night as his side continued to roll out mistakes across the park.

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“I was confident of a better effort as we had a good week of training and promoted some new faces into the side,” Howard said.

“Our one on one defence was terrible and it’s frustrating that we are beating ourselves in every loss with simple mistakes.”

The Roosters have now lost four on the trot and again have another huge assignment when they meet ladder leaders Innisfail this weekend.

It was a similar story for the Mareeba Gladiators who went down 60-6 to the Yarrabah Sea Hawks, on Sunday.

This Saturday the Atherton Roosters play their annual country game at the Malanda Showgrounds against Innisfail, while Mareeba take on Southern Suburbs at home.

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A FORMER Tolga man has appealed to the Tablelands community to help realise his World Cup dream.

Angus McGregor and the team are hoping to raise $160,000 by the end of this month to compete in the 2017 Cerebral Palsy Football World Championship qualifying tournament in Denmark this July.

The former Atherton Eagles junior, who now lives in Melbourne, is part of the Pararoos training squad and hopes to eventually reach the 2019 International Federation of Cerebral Palsy Football World Cup. But all that hinges on the Pararoos making next year’s World Championships and achieving a world ranking of 16 or higher.

“It would mean so much to make the World Championships. It’s what you work so hard for,” Mr McGregor said.

“To have our funding taken away from us was awful. It was really upsetting.”

The Pararoos lost their funding from the Australian Sports Commission in 2014, with Football Federation Australia establishing a target fund of $350,000 per annum to sustain the team.

Pararoos training squad member Angus McGregor hopes to play in the 2019 International Federation of Cerebral Palsy Football World Cup.

If they can raise enough money, the Pararoos will compete with 15 other nations in the qualifying tournament for eight remaining spots available in the World Championship next year.

Mr McGregor, 21, said he loved playing the seven-a-side game, having honed his skills by training alone as a teenager and making the Queensland State Paralympic Team several times.

But the midfielder said he was under no illusion about the mammoth fundraising task that lay ahead for the team.

“It is a big ask but we are very, very hopeful we can raise the money in time,” he said.

“There’s obviously been a strong football culture throughout the Tablelands and I would ask people to get behind the paralympic football community.”

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