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A DASH of luck and a splash of colour was all it took for Graeme Jebreen, Rowena Petersen, Kymberlee Cockrem and Sam Waddell to stand out at Mareeba Turf Club’s St Patrick’s Day Races last Saturday. The group won several categories at Fashions on the Field with their green-themed attire, as about 400 people enjoyed a day of fun-filled entertainment including a full five-race schedule. More photos – Page 21.

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Farmers call for action on snappy problem By Michael Serenc A GROUP of Biboohra farmers fear someone will soon be killed unless authorities take action to remove several saltwater crocodiles infesting their properties. The Express can reveal the four farmers have made numerous complaints to the Department of Environment and Heritage Protection (EHP), but no serious action has been taken in attempt to monitor or remove crocodiles in the area. Cattle and cane farmer Evan McGrath said it

beggared belief saltwater crocodiles could be freely lurking this far inland from the coast. “The McGraths have been here since the late 1800s. We have never known there to be any type of crocodile in the area until Peter Fisher established the croc farm,” he said “We always hear we’re in their territory, but this time they’re in our territory.” The farmers’ properties, along Pickford Rd, all border Two Mile Creek, which feeds into Lake Mitchell, otherwise known as Quade’s Dam. Andrew Mazgay, who runs a sand quarry and

farms cane, said he had been lunged at by a saltwater crocodile three times in the last three years, including one incident at Two Mile Creek just last Wednesday. “That morning one came out of the water at me again. Enough is enough,” he said. Mr Mazgay said wildlife officers had set up cameras and croc baits at a waterway on his property on March 2, but had not yet returned to check the cameras, replace their batteries and review the images taken. “It’s just a joke,” he said.

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“They put a few chicken necks on a string with some cameras. I rung them up about three-and-ahalf weeks ago to tell them the baits were gone and the ropes had been cut. “No-one’s come out to check the cameras’ memory cards and replace the batteries.” The farmers’ properties are infested with thick hymenachne weeds, creating a perfect environment for crocs to hide in and making it difficult for rangers to conduct patrols in those waterways.

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Granite Masonic Lodge treasurer John Collins, master Carl Richardson and secretary Roy Blakeney are offering a $4000 bursary to one lucky young apprentice.

YOUNG tradespeople starting out in their career are being urged to apply for a unique bursary. Mareeba’s Granite Masonic Lodge is offering a $4000 bursary to a deserving male or female trade apprentice living within the shire. Lodge master Carl Richardson said tradespeople were vital to Mareeba and the organisation wanted to help someone get a good start in life. “When a fella starts off his trade, he usually doesn’t have a lot of cash floating around,” he said. “An apprentice has a very good chance of staying in Mareeba and he might even keep going and start up his own business here. “Australia as a whole badly needs tradesmen.”

New signs give Shire fresh look A WAVE of new signs welcoming visitors to the Mareeba Shire have started rolling out. Motorists would have noticed four new signs placed at Mareeba’s four road entry points last week, with a further seven to be erected at shire boundaries this week.

Lodge treasurer John Collins said there were too few bursaries available for tradespeople as opposed to more academicallygifted students, prompting them to offer the bursary. The bursary will pay an apprentice $1000 for each year of their apprenticeship they successfully complete and will take on an additional apprentice every year for the next four years. Apprentices must have at least completed Grade 10 and be employed by a local trade business within the Mareeba shire. To apply for the bursary, pick up an application form at The Express office at 186 Byrnes St, Mareeba any time from 8:30am to 5pm Monday to Friday. Applications close on April 3, with the winner selected by an independent panel.

One of the new welcome signs erected by Mareeba Shire Council.

Mareeba’s iconic “300 sunny days a year” catchphrase will also be painted on to those signs erected at the town’s entry points. Several more welcome signs have started to be pop up at the entrances to various towns in the shire, such as Dimbulah, Chillagoe and Kuranda.

Mareeba Shire mayor Tom Gilmore said the signs, which feature a yellow background with the sun beaming down and an updated council logo, were a much-needed replacement for the ageing and faded welcome signs dotted across the shire. “I think they’re quite refreshing and

quite nice,” he said. “We’re very proud of our little town and this is part of that image. We’re looking at tree-plantings and how else we might be able to brighten up our town.” Cr Gilmore said not only did council want to encourage people to visit the shire, but also to consider living in it.

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‘They’re in our territory’ From Page 1 Mr McGrath feared being attacked by a crocodile when he went to clear out weeds from his foot valve in his cane property’s recycling dam. Cattle farmer Heath Amos said in the first month of him moving to his farm five years ago, he spotted a 30cm croc just 50m from his dam. “There’s endless evidence that they’re there,” he said. “I had a calf taken last year by one in a creek hiding in the hymenachne. “The thing that annoys me the most is that Andrew and myself have contacted National Parks before about this problem and they just shrug their shoulders. “But you get a crocodile in a council wastewater treatment plant, the media’s there. It made headlines, but everyone’s missing the big picture here.” Melaleuca Crocodile Farm owner Juergen Arnold, whose property borders Mr Amos’ and Mr Mazgay’s farms, said he would be happy to assist if EHP granted him permission to catch and remove crocodiles from infested properties. Mr Arnold’s farm compound is a secure site with multiple layers of fencing preventing any crocodiles from escaping. He has owned it for about the past two years, with EHP officers inspecting the farm on a yearly basis. Neither Mr McGrath, Mr Amos or Mr Mazgay believe the crocodiles that inhabit their properties have come from the crocodile farm, but instead point to Lake Mitchell where there have been sporadic sightings for more than two decades. That includes one 4.5m crocodile sighted by helicopter pilots flying over the dam. The farms back on to the Mareeba Wetlands, which are a frequent attraction for tourists and bird watchers. “All I want is a bit of signage,” Mr Mazgay said. “It shouldn’t be our job to tell people that crocs are there.” Mr McGrath said he didn’t want to frighten people away from the wetlands but they needed to be aware of the possibility of crocs being in the area. An EHP spokeswoman confirmed the depart-

Biboohra farmers Evan McGrath, Andrew Mazgay and Heath Amos want authorities to catch and remove saltwater crocodiles from their properties.

ment has received reports of saltwater crocodiles in Two Mile Creek but none from Lake Mitchell or the Tablelands’ section of the Barron River. “EHP will also install permanent crocodile warning signs at locations on streams where people are likely to come into contact with crocodiles,” she said. A 1.3m saltie was removed from Mareeba’s sewerage treatment plant on March 2, while another 0.6m croc was removed from a private property on the same day. The spokeswoman said wildlife officers would also return to check the memory cards on the cameras installed on Mr Mazgay’s property shortly. Under EHP’s recently released new Queensland Crocodile Management Plan, Biboohra is located in “Monitoring and Education Zone E”. That means any crocodiles “displaying dangerous behaviour” within that zone would be targeted for removal by rangers.

The spokeswoman refused to say whether local crocodile farms could be given permission by EHP to catch and remove problem crocodiles, only to say the animals were protected under the Nature Conservation Act 1992 and it was an offence to remove them from the wild without authorisation. The issue was raised by Mareeba Shire councillor Alan Pedersen at last Wednesday’s council meeting, with council to write a letter to State Environment minister Steven Miles asking him to take stronger action “A 2.5m saltie will take a kid or a full grown man, no trouble at all,” Cr Pedersen said. “The big concern the farmers have is those crocs getting into the Barron River in the Biboohra and Bilwon area because a lot of people swim there. “If they get into the Barron River there, it’s nothing for them to go to Tinaroo. It’s just over the hill. These fellas move wherever there’s food.

“We have to get this under control now before the population explodes.” Councillor Lenore Wyatt said she had also been in contact with farmers in the area regarding the crocodile sightings and was working effectively with EHP to address the issue, including erecting warning signs. Mareeba mayor Tom Gilmore said it was alarming that saltwater crocodiles were lurking in Biboohra. “We are innocent of these things. This community has never had to deal with saltwater crocodiles,” he said. “They’re robust, large and strong animals that can travel. There’s nothing to stop a 4m crocodile out at Quade’s Dam swimming up to Two Mile Creek because it’s all connected, or ultimately end up in the Barron River.” Crocodile sightings can be reported to EHP on 1300 130 372.

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Airport upgrade turns corner Major works to Mareeba Airport could start as early as May.

MAJOR upgrades to Mareeba Airport could start as early as May. Council has invited four contractors to tender for airside infrastructure works at the airport, which comprises works on the runway, taxiways, airfield lighting and aviation commercial precinct. Tender documentation was released to BMD Boral Joint Venture, Fulton Hogan Construction Pty Ltd, FK Gardner & Sons Pty Ltd and FGF Developments Pty Ltd on March 9, with the contract to be awarded by the end of April. The works will then commence in May/June to ensure construction is completed prior to the

2017/18 wet season. Roadworks along the airport’s Vicary and Ray roads are already well underway after starting last year. An additional layer of asphalt will eventually be added to the existing gravel runway in order to take Dash 8 turboprop aircraft on a regular basis, while also being able to take the much heavier Fokker 100 jetliners if required. The airport upgrade is being funded with $13 million from the State Government’s Royalties for Regions program and $5M from the Australian Government’s National Stronger Regions Fund.

Vandals rack up bill RECKLESS vandals have cost ratepayers hundreds of dollars after defacing Mareeba PCYC’s sports hall with graffiti last week. The vandals sprayed several gang-inspired slogans and insults to the police on the back wall of the hall and an adjacent storage shed used by Mareeba Theatre Group. Mareeba Shire councillor Kevin Davies said the graffiti was stupid and careless.

“It’s people’s property and shows a lack of respect,” he said. “It’s like we’re in Sydney. The trains down there look terrible with graffiti sprayed on them.” Cr Davies said issues like youth boredom and crime had been raised at the PCYC’s “Breakfast of Champions” meeting last Tuesday, involving police, councillors, school students, lawyers and community leaders. “Something that came up was

that there was not enough to do for 15 to 17-year-olds,” he said. “You’re not 18, so you can’t go to the pub but you don’t want to be hanging out with younger kids at the skate park.” But Cr Davies said he had no problem with tasteful street art being displayed around town, such as that at Arnold Park. “The toilet block wall and fence there have some really nice art,” he said.

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Centre proposal ‘in doubt’ THE developer behind a proposed $21 million shopping centre may not proceed with the project any further. Mareeba Shire Council voted against relinquishing trusteeship of a 1128m2 block of State-owned land to developer Reedlodge Pty Ltd in January. The land was requested by Reedlodge to house its planned anchor tenant for the shopping centre, a major supermarket chain. Reedlodge has since approached the State’s Department of Natural Resources and Mines (DNRM), who have the power to overturn council’s decision on the land. But Reedlodge spokesman Pietro Girgenti said even if the department overturned council’s decision, the developer may be reluctant to proceed with a development application

to council given January’s decision. “I’d say it’s in doubt,” he said. “The developer is considering whether or not this is the right environment to warrant further investment.” Mareeba mayor Tom Gilmore previously told The Express that Reedlodge “refused to inform” council of the identity of the anchor tenant and failed to justify why the developer could not build on their existing land located on the old Rankine Sawmill site. But Mr Girgenti denied Reedlodge withheld any information regarding the project from council, despite council submitting several Right to Information requests to the State Government last year. Mr Girgenti said without the support of council, a decision on the

land in question by DNRM may take as long as 12 months. The land is currently reserved for aged housing. Mareeba Chamber of Commerce president Joe Moro said it was “a matter for Reedlodge to determine whether they had a viable commercial option”. “From our perspective, a loss of potential investment in the town is something we don’t look forward to,” he said. “But everyone has to go through the planning process and no difference can be applied.” Mr Moro said he understood Reedlodge’s concerns but with no formal development application submitted to council, it was “hard to gauge” what the eventual outcome would be.

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Mareeba feels insurance pinch MAREEBA residents are feeling the strain of unfair insurance premiums while southern centres get an easier ride. Local financial advisor Ross Cardillo said he was fed up with insurance companies gouging homeowners. “The rising insurance costs are ridiculous and uncalled for,” he said. “A government that listens to the Insurance Council of Australia is not looking after the people of Australia, they’re looking after the corporations of this country.” The Insurance Council of Australia (ICA), which represents the general insurance industry,

consists of a 10-person board made up of some of the top insurance company executives in the country. Insurance pricing in north Queensland has been investigated three times by the Australian Government Actuary, with cyclone risk being blamed by insurance companies for increasing premiums after suffering financial losses in the aftermath of a natural disaster. But Mr Cardillo cited the example of a home insurance quote in the bushfire-prone town of Gol Gol in New South Wales compared to Cairns and Mareeba. For a $300,000 home in Gol Gol with $60,000

worth of contents and a $500 excess, the premium was $1318. For the same type of house in Whitfield, Cairns, the premium was $4093, while in Mareeba it was $1818. Even Mareeba Shire Council is not immune from high insurance premiums, spending $169,620.80 on public liability insurance and $377,298.64 on asset insurance in this financial year alone. Mayor Tom Gilmore said council had started a self-insurance fund a few years ago with the goal of one day being able to fully self-insure councilowned assets.

“We’re building a cash reserve where when it gets to a certain point, you can say “Ok, what’s our risk now?”,” he said. “You balance your risk against your capital that you’ve set aside. It’s a long-term scheme so we can avoid the ever increasing cost of insurance, but at the same time, manage and maintain our protection.” Cr Gilmore said the fund was a smart move by council. “It’s a matter of ensuring that as you raise your capacity to pay, you continue to maintain your security,” he said. “It’s a balancing act but we’re heading in the right direction.”

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Whiz kid vies for regional glory MAREEBA teenager Mateen Latif is headed to Townsville after blitzing the Lions Youth of the Year Quest Zone Finals. After winning the Mareeba Lions Club’s local Quest, the Mareeba State High School captain again impressed judges in Atherton’s Zone Finals on March 11 to be selected to represent Far North Queensland in Townsville this Saturday. The Quest tests participants in the five categories of Leadership, Sporting, Cultural and Community Interests, Personality, General Knowledge, Academic Achievements and Public Speaking. That includes interviews with Lions Club members, two impromptu questions and a pre-

pared speech. “It’s the next level, so it’s going to be more full-on and a bit tougher,” he said. Mateen said he was hopeful his prepared speech, “When in”, would continue to impress judges in the Quest. The speech argues that visitors to a foreign country should respect and follow the cultural ways of that country, even though it may be different to the culture of a visitor’s home country. More of a challenge will be the impromptu questions, but Mateen said he didn’t fear them. “They require on-the-spot thinking. I try and relate them more to a personal level, because I find I’m able to answer more precisely,” he said.

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An overgrown property is unsightly; it can be both a nuisance and a danger to neighbours and the community. All residents have a responsibility to keep their properties neat and tidy to improve the appearance of our community, to remove places for vermin to breed, and to reduce health risks and potential fire hazards. Residential, rural residential and rural property owners all have a responsibility to maintain their properties. avoid a fine: If a property is found to be overgrown, a compliance notice may be issued to the owner requiring the overgrown vegetation to be removed and land maintained in the future. If you receive a compliance notice to clear your property you are required to rid the property of all overgrown grass, weeds or plants on the land by the date on the notice. For help or more information please contact Council on 1300 308 461 or download a fact sheet from Council’s website.

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Iluka Street Mareeba: Widening and sealing of Iluka Street between Peters and Lerra Streets has now been completed.

Local legends are being called on to carry the Queen’s Baton in Mareeba as it prepares to host the Queen’s Baton Relay. The eyes of the Commonwealth will be on Mareeba on 14 March 2018 as the Baton journeys towards its final destination, the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony on 4 April 2018. Nominate someone who inspires others for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to carry the Queen’s Baton in Mareeba. nominate online at www.gc2018.com/qbr.

lawSon Street Footpath extenSIon: The construction of the footpath extension on Lawson Street Mareeba, between Downs and Lyons Streets was completed last month. walSh Street DIMbulah: Improvements to Walsh Street were completed earlier this month. Works included 104m gravel resheet, from the end of the existing bitumen. ray roaD Mareeba: Widening and seal project on Ray Road between Agius Crescent and George Fabris Road. This project commenced at the beginning of this month and will take approximately 8 weeks to complete.

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Girls excel in programming There has never been a more exciting time to be a girl interested in IT. Two year nine students from Dimbulah State School recently attended a one day, hands-on programming workshop for girls. Held in Cairns, The Girls’ Programming Network (GPN) is an extra-curricular program run by girls, for girls, where they have the opportunity to develop their own games, learn about digital media, sound, image and video manipulation and even create smart phone applications. Tahnie Christensen and Jezabel Pajor (pictured) used a program called Python programming language to create a game of Scissors, Paper, Rock, which allowed a human to play five games of Scissors, Paper, Rock against a computer.

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“It was a great learning experience and we developed a better understanding of what programming is and how it works,” said Jezabel. “Both Tahnie and I had an awesome time and we even featured in the TV news. “There might be a term two workshop and we encourage all girls in Year 7-10 to check it out. “The people were friendly and the activities were fun.” The GPN program is targeted at high school girls interested in IT, particularly those interested in learning to program or improving their software development skills. It advances their knowledge and promotes gender equality for girls interested in IT, program and software development

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FIVE Mareeba school students received an extra bonus last week after shopping locally for their back to school supplies. Narissa Musso, Sunnie Fraser, Hely Balle, Rhys

Malfitana (pictured above) and Toby Lacey (pictured left) were the five lucky winners of an Android 7 inch Tablet PC valued at $139 from O’Donnells Office Power in Mareeba.

CLUB NEWS With Mareeba Lions Brilliant, talented, confident; just a few ways to describe the six contestants in the Mareeba Lions Youth of the Year competition 2017. In the end there is only one winner but any one of these your adults would be worthy of the title. Mareeba State High School student Mateen Latif was crowned champion and went on to represent Mareeba at the zone final held in Atherton, where he was also successful and now progresses to the District final. What a wonderful achievement. On Clean up Australia Day Mareeba lions descended on Bunny Seary Lookout for stage one clean-up of an ambitious beautification project of the site. Bunny Seary was a long term resident of Mareeba, a Councillor, and war veteran. It is fitting that the vantage point named in his honour be developed to the extent that it may be used by the community to enjoy some of the best

Rubbish removed from the Bunny Seary Lookout.

views around Mareeba. Mareeba Lions are working on a plan in conjunction with Mareeba Shire to achieve these goals. Regrettably some clearly do not respect the site and have used it as a tip, as evidenced by the amount of rubbish removed by Lions. Although membership of Lions is by invitation you are invited to enquire about joining this great international humanitarian organisation. It is not hard to become a

Lion. Fellowship, Good times, Meeting people, Building lasting friendships, Service to the community, Learning new skills, Leadership and personal development - these are some of the reasons we are the Lions. Lions meet in Mareeba at the Mareeba RSL at 6.30 pm on the first and third Wednesday of the month. Check us out at http://mareeba.qld.lions.org.au

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Mareeba State High School guidance officer Sheri Mills and school vice-captain Nikita Campman signed their names on a banner taking a stand against bullying.

Students tackle bullying at MSHS Ms Mills said she had distributed information and resources out to students and teachers to spread awareness of the issue and how to take action against bullying. School vice-captain Nikita Campman said it was important for bullying victims to know they were supported by their peers. “They want to know they have people who will stick up for them, that have their back, and something will be done about it,” she said. “Everyone’s willing to help, all of the school leaders. We’ve got a lot of good students at our school who will help someone when they’re down.” School principal Scott Whybird said it was important to be honest about challenges students face at school. “It’s always about bringing things out in the open, because no matter

where you are, there’s always issues that arise,” he said. “The good thing is a lot of this is student-driven.” While bullying has traditionally been associated with verbal or physical abuse, the rise of social media has added another challenge for students to navigate. Bullying online is becoming increasingly common, especially via apps like Instagram and Snapchat. The school encourages parents to have supportive conversations with their children if they are being bullied – whether in the schoolyard or online. Taking screenshots of online bullying is important to retain the evidence to pass to the school and sometimes the police. For more information, head to bullyingnoway.gov.au

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ists were travelling to Mareeba, including holidays, events, work-related business or visiting friends and family. “I also touched on online presence for businesses and how they present themselves online, including websites and social media which can have a dramatic effect on business and tourism,” he said. “Only two businesses acknowledged they were receiving direct sales from Facebook despite the majority of people at the event all affirming they had a Facebook page. Nearly everyone has a Facebook page and the potential that presents to businesses and tourism should not be underestimated.” Mr Toogood said it was important businesses started “promoting the positives about the beautiful community you live in”, such as the area’s natural assets or everyday going’s on in the town. “If 100 people in Mareeba do that, imagine the potential numbers of people seeing how amazing Mareeba is, on an ongoing basis,” he said. “If more Mareeba people and more Mareeba businesses start proactively promoting Mareeba online it can have a dramatic effect on tourism and the local economy.” A lucky door prize of a free Google Street View Virtual Tour was won by Sam Musumeci, who chose Amaroo Estate for a digital makeover by QLD360.

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Experts talk up Mareeba A SERIES of tourism experts have given local Mareeba businesses the lowdown on how to tap into the region’s growing tourism market. The Mareeba Chamber of Commerce hosted the launch of its new Visitors – Vital to our Community campaign at the Mareeba Heritage Centre last Thursday night, hearing from several experts about the tourism opportunities available to businesses. That included digital marketing expert and Google trusted photographer Paul Toogood from The Agency.blue and QLD360, Outsource Management Pty Ltd’s Bob Cobavie, Michael Lawrence from Inspire Business Consulting, AusIndustry’s Tourism Entrepreneurs’ Programme facilitator Graham Poon and Gulf Savannah Development (GSD) small business officer Annie Cork. Mareeba Chamber of Commerce president Joe Moro said about 30 local business owners, mainly from the Mareeba Shire, attended the event. “The presenters tried to show businesses, in particular those who don’t think of themselves as tourism operators, that they are,” he said. “It’s a wide-ranging industry from hairdressers to mechanics and even people who own rental properties. “It’s one of the many things we’re going to try to do as part of this campaign.” Mr Toogood’s presentation identified why tour-

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MAREEBA State High School is taking a stand against bullies. Staff and students got behind the national “Bullying-No Way! Day” last Friday, taking a pledge against bullying by signing their name on to a banner and committing to taking a stand together. School guidance officer Sheri Mills said it was important for not only victims but bystanders to stand up against bullies in the schoolyard. “What we’re hoping to do is discourage bystander behaviour in allowing bullying to happen and encourage students being bullied to report it,” she said. “Bystander action is one of the key things that enables bullying to keep happening, so giving students confidence to act and report bullying, even if it’s not affecting them directly, is important.”

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One of the most eagerly anticipated movies of the year comes to the Rising Sun Cinema this week, at the same time it launches Australia wide. Disney's spectacular recreation of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST is a family fantasy musical with an all star cast starring Emma Watson, Kevin Kline, Ewan McGregor, Ian McKellen, Emma Thompson and Stanley Tucci. The all action KONG SKULL ISLAND also continues for another great week.

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Dear Valued Customer, On behalf of our team at Mareeba Mazda, I would like to extend a warm personal thank you to everyone that has supported our business in 2016 and contributed to us achieving Master Dealer status. Without your continued support, we would not be the Number 1 Rural Dealership in the nation for 2016. We are proud to represent Mareeba/ Atherton Tablelands and we are even more proud and appreciative of the support we receive from our community. David Mete Dealer Principal Mareeba Mazda

Vinesh Bhindi (Mazda Australia Managing Director) presenting the 2016 Master Dealer plaque to David Mete of Mareeba Mazda.

National award for Mareeba Mazda

Mareeba Mazda has been awarded one of the greatest accolades in the motoring domain by once again taking out the Mazda Master Dealer Award and the only rural dealer in Australia to do so. The ceremony was held at Hayman Island in the Whitsundays on Saturday March 11th. The Mazda Master Dealer Excellence Awards winners are drawn from 130 Mazda dealers in three categories, Metro, Provincial and Rural. Within the Rural category stand 52 dealerships and it is in this category that Mareeba Mazda has won its most recent award. Dealer principal David Mete said, “becoming a Mazda Master Dealer would not be possible without the support of wonderful and loyal customers and our dedicated staﬀ, who continue to commit to best business practices and provide high levels of customer service”

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The Mazda Master Dealer Excellence Award is Mazda’s ultimate recognition for excellence in Mazda dealership operations in Australia. Award recipients are required to meet demanding sales productivity benchmarks, demonstrate the highest standards of customer service, comply with stringent facility and business system standards while at the same time, maintaining earnings suﬃcient to fund sales growth and continued attention to customer satisfaction. All aspects of the dealership are taken into account including sales, service, parts, customer satisfaction, the visual aspects and presentation of the business and its employees. MAREEBA MAZDA 313 - 315 Byrnes Street, Mareeba Web: www.mareebamazda.com.au Phone: 4092 5100

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Your Weekly Horoscopes

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Wednesday 22nd

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Don’t allow personal problems to conflict with professional duties. Empty promises could be likely where work is concerned. Don’t let your health suffer because of worry. Talk to someone you trust.

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300g dark chocolate 2 tbsp Coconut oil 2-4 avocados, pitted and peeled 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup 1 tsp vanilla extract 3 eggs 1/2 cup cocoa powder 1/2 cup coconut flour

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Sept 24 to Oct 23

Travel will be enjoyable but could be expensive. Don’t let any money slip through your fingers today. Don’t be afraid to pursue unfamiliar grounds.

Scorpio

Oct 24 to Nov 22

Problems with female members of your family may play on your emotions. Do not hesitate to help elders with legal documents that are too confusing for them. Problems with female members of your family may play on your emotions.

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Shopping could cost more than you bargained for. Some of the best opportunities will crop up if you keep an open mind. Move into a leadership position if you are determined to do so.

Capricorn

Puzzle solutions

Dec 22 to Jan 20

You’ll find travel or involvement in large groups gratifying. Your efforts will be rewarded handsomely. You will be able to enlist the help of colleagues who believe in your ideas.

Aquarius

Jan 21 to Feb 19

Don’t let jealous friends put you down, making you insecure about your capabilities. You should put your efforts into creative projects. Be inquisitive about unfamiliar circumstances.

Pisces

One medium sized avocado, pitted and peeled 3 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder 3 Tbsp maple syrup

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Wait and get all the information before consulting your boss. You may have difficulties while traveling or problems dealing with close friends or relatives.

Libra

For the Avocado Frosting:

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You may think gifts will win their heart, but it could add stress from lack of funds. New romantic partners may attend a function that puts you in the limelight. Chances to express your ideas and beliefs can bring popularity as long as you’re not arrogant.

Virgo

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1. Preheat the oven to 205 degress C. Line the base and sides pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang. 2. Put the dark chocolate and coconut oil in a bowl set over simmering water, without it touching the water. Melt the chocolate, stirring until smooth then remove from heat and set aside. 3. Process/blend avocado until smooth. Stir the avocado, honey and vanilla extract into the cooled chocolate. Next, add the eggs, one at a time, making sure each is well mixed before adding the next. Stir in the coconut flour and cocoa powder until the batter is smooth. 4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread to cover the pan and fill the corners. Smooth the top and bake for 12-15 minutes. 5. Remove from oven and cool completely in the pan before lifting the brownie from the pan. For the Avocado Frosting Place frosting ingredients in a food processor or blender along with the cocoa powder and maple syrup. Process/Blend, scraping down the sides as needed until very smooth. Add more cocoa powder or maple syrup if needed to taste. Spread over completely cooled brownies.

You’ll be angry if those you live with aren’t pulling their weight. You may find it impossible to get the rest you require. Don’t get involved in other people’s problems.

Leo

Tuesday 28th

Max 32o Min 22o

FUDGY AVOCADO BROWNIES

You will be encouraged to get involved in a moneymaking venture. Your reputation will be affected. You need more space for the whole family.

Cancer

Monday 27th

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Take time to find out if anyone has a better suggestion before you make arrangements for the whole family. Your honesty will not only win you points but also respect.

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Sunday 26th

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

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

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Make sure that you make reservations early. Someone you live with will get angry if you are neglecting your duties. Minor fevers or infections will develop if you’re over-stressed.

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open plan living and an outdoor entertaining area - perfect for a BBQ or relaxing after a hectic day at work. It is built with style and includes European stainless steel appliances and stone benchtops in the kitchen, bathroom and ensuite. Quality items and finish continue throughout, giving you a home to be proud of, complete with a 5kw Solar Panel system installed! If you're a first home buyer, you're in luck. The State Government's $20,000 Great Start Program offers new home buyers the opportunity to access the $20,000.

Featuring... • Fully Air-conditioned • Fully Tiled including patio and garage • Fully Turfed • TV points in all four bedrooms • Large stacker doors opening into the patio • Double shower heads in Ensuite • Stand alone bath tub in main bathroom • Irrigation system installed • 5kw Solar Panel System Listed to sell with all the extras at $443,000.

Contact exclusive agent Alex Srhoj at Ray White Mareeba on 0403 343 692 or email alex.srhoj@raywhite.com. Open for inspection this Saturday morning from 10.30am to 12noon, at 30 Karobean Drive, Amaroo. Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

30 Karobean Dr, MAREEBA $443,000 EXCLUSIVE to Alex Srhoj Ray White Mareeba 0403 343 692

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The ‘Little Mitchell’ – house and land package DM & JA CONSTRUCTIONS (QBCC 1316729) trading as Della Bosca Homes together with Amaroo are pleased to present a brand-new house and land package proposed for construction at 13 Karobean Drive. The ‘Little Mitchell’ is priced at $325,000 – this deal represents terrific value for money for a 205m2 family home. This proposed stunning four bedroom, two bathroom master built home design will take your breath away. Absolutely nothing has been overlooked in the design and planning of this home where value for money is guaranteed. The kitchen features custom built cabinets, Quality han-

dles and stainless steel hinges plus soft close drawers. A generous appliance allowance that allows for a 600w-electric cook top, oven and range hood; All complimented by your choice of colours. The standard of interior and exterior painting is rare at this level of construction, thus painting consists of a minimum of three coats to all surfaces. Plus, a beautiful smooth rendered exterior. Four spacious bedrooms are complimented by a stylish modern family bathroom, plus an ensuite and walk-in-robe to the master. Add the laundry with ample custom made stor-

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This Saturday 9.30-11am Privately set back from the street and located in a prestige subdivision close to town, this fantastic family home is tucked away behind established gardens. Enjoy hours of entertainment in the shimmering blue swimming pool, then relax and enjoy a BBQ with family and friends on the large entertaining deck. Emphasis is on a relaxed family lifestyle. Features include: • Large kitchen with drawers, pantry and lots of bench space • Four bedrooms, built-ins, ensuite and walk through robe • Open plan living flowing to outdoor entertaining • Private, well Address: established garPrice: dens Agent: • Fully fenced 2819m2 block Contact: with electric

• Split system air-conditioning throughout • Separate home office to work from • Beautiful in-ground pool with water feature • Long bitumen driveway to garage and shed • 10m x 9m shed with extra height • Solar panels and shade sails Interested? Sally Teitzel will be on site this Saturday morning from 9.30am to 11am to show you the many features this property has to offer. Phone Sally on 0427 933 417. 12 Joan Crescent, MAREEBA $549,000 NEG Sally Teitzel Mareeba Property Office 0427 933 417

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Whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway, self-sustainable lifestyle or grazing block, this could be for you. • Barron River frontage • Fully fenced, power and phone available • 15-20 minute drive to Mareeba CBD • Good access to river for camping, swimming, fishing or paddling • Loads of flat cleared usable land • Seasonal creek and potential for dam • Water - Riparian rights from Barron River - 2 megs Beautiful, peaceful and affordable acreage! You simply need to come and experience it for yourself. Price: $250,000 Neg Contact: Exclusive Agent John Goncalves on 0407 690 961

Constructed of solid concrete block both internal and external, this unit features two large bedrooms, separate bathroom, toilet and laundry, plus an open plan living and dining area. • Walking distance to Mareeba town centre • Fenced and secure • Solid concrete block construction • Airconditioned in main bedroom & living area • Security screens throughout • Low body corp plus $250 per week return in rent This is the best opportunity to enter the property market, great returns, low maintenance, secure tenants... it ticks all the boxes! Price: $179,000 Contact: Exclusive Agent Alex Srhoj on 0403 343 692

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Get into the market with this very well x 5m fully presented home in Marinelli Estate, enclosed, 3m x 5m awning • Fully fenced back yard Mareeba. Features include: • 853m2 block • Current rental return of $400p/w • Three generous sized bedrooms until September 2017 with build-ins, plus office/fourth bedroom Listed at $390,000. • Two bathrooms, including a ensuite off the main bedroom For further information or a private inspection please contact Ex• Large tiled separate living areas • Fully equipped kitchen including clusive Agent Ivona Carusi at Ray a dishwasher White Mareeba on 0409 579 197. • Tiled front and back patios Address: MAREEBA • Third toilet featured Price: $390,000 in the large laundry area Agent: EXCLUSIVE to Ivona Carusi (off the patio) Ray White Mareeba • 6m x 5m colourbond Contact: 0409 579 197 shed which includes 3m

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Positioned in a great location on week, it offers trouble free, expense the Cairns side of Mareeba, on a free immediate returns, or for the first large corner block, this uniquely de- home buyer, the price is right to break signed home offers the keen investor into the property market and purchase or first home buyer the opportunity a house that ticks all the boxes… to expand or break into the property great location, great condition, hassle market. Featuring three bedrooms, a free. new bathroom and unique open plan Price reduced to $259,000 – an inliving area with high ceilings. Positioned along Anzac Avenue, spection is a must. Contact marketonly 2kms walking distance from ing agent Alex Srhoj for a private schools and shopping centres, Crack- inspection or further information. er Jacks restaurant and a park for the Phone 0403 343 692. kids to play, this house is positioned perfectly in Address: MAREEBA the market for the right Price: REDUCED to $259,000 buyer to come along Agent: Alex Srhoj and reap the rewards. Ray White Mareeba Currently tenanted Contact: 0403 343 692 and returning $330 per

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This property has all that’s good about country living, big shed, spacious house in a private setting with room for horses. A solid home with wraparound verandahs, surrounded by well established gardens and overlooking a gorgeous inground swimming pool. • 4 bedrooms with built-ins, 2 bathrooms, seperate toilet • Security doors and windows, tiled floors • 4Kw solar system with solar hot water • 9m x 6m powered shed, bore, 2x rainwater tanks • School bus pickup and Council rubbish bin collection • Fully fenced with separate paddock All this only minutes from Mareeba airport, schools and town centre. Price: $499,000 Neg Contact: Exclusive Agent John Goncalves on 0407 690 961

• Beautiful modern 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home • Corner allotment, one immediate neighbour • Designed to take advantage of the quiet location, natural breezes and our great tropical climate • Open plan layout with an abundance of natural light • Large tinted windows, cool tiles and neutral paint scheme • Private generous sized outdoor timber deck • Double remote lockup garage • Private fully fenced yard with side access • 5Kw solar panel system Price: $329,000 Contact: Exclusive Agent John Goncalves on 0407 690 961

INCREDIBLE VALUE!

2.5 ACRES PURE LIFESTYLE

A MUST SEE... this fantastic 2 bedroom unit, constructed of masonry block is located within walking distance to Coles. Check out these features: • 338m2 of exclusive use and fully fenced allotment • Private driveway to open carport • End unit position • Enormous bedrooms with mirrored built-in robes • Spacious living with split system airconditioning • Refurbished modern kitchen • Blinds and security screens • Currently tenanted but available for owner/occupier if required Price: $187,000 Contact: Exclusive Agent John Goncalves on 0407 690 961

Enjoy the serenity this 2.5 acre property has to offer. Located in a lovely rural setting with no immediate neighbours in sight, it is the perfect place if you’re looking for genuine peace and privacy. Property features include: • 3 bedroom clay brick home with airconditioning • Lovely open plan living with spacious country style kitchen • Bathroom with separate shower and bath • Back patio ideal for BBQs overlooking gardens & fruit trees • Machinery and storage sheds An added bonus is 8 megalitres of a gravity fed water from Tinaroo channel system so no pumping required. Private and peaceful country lifestyle, it does get any better than this! Price: $399,000 Neg Contact: Exclusive Agent John Goncalves on 0407 690 961

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PROPERTY Tucked away on a beautiful 5 acre bush block is this charming character filled property. Perfect for a couple or singles searching for quiet, peace and serenity in the tropics. Situated at the rear of the block, the two bedroom cottage is both welcoming and private. Offering open plan living with plenty of natural light and a large front verandah, perfect for those afternoons spent taking in the tranquil surrounds. All year round comfort is achieved with a wood fire heater and reverse cycle air conditioning. The ground work has been done with a potential business set up already in place. The business is non-operational, but the bones are there to establish a working nursery. Additional features of this property include: • Two water tanks offering 30,000 litres of combined rain water and bore water • 1.5kw solar system and solar hot water • 31m x 13m green house with irrigation set up • 6m x 6m double roller door insulated shed with power, water and phone (possible conversion to liveable shed) • Four carport spaces and a single roller door garage with lean to • Five acres of natural bush land combined with manicured gardens Don’t miss out on your opportunity to own a piece of Tropical North Queensland paradise.

Looking for a tropical change

For further information or to arrange an inspection, please contact Carmen Cassin at Mareeba Property Office. Phone 0475 777 136. Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

JULATTEN $450,000 NEG Carmen Cassin Mareeba Property Office 0475 777 136

MAREEBA REAL ESTATE AGENCIES FO

MODERN 3 BEDROOM HOME • RENDERED CONCRETE BLOCK • OPEN PLAN LIVING AREA • AIRCONDITIONED • BUILT-INS IN BEDROOMS & CORRIDOR • 2 VEHICLE CARPORT • GARDEN SHED

$350 PER WEEK

(SEE WEBSITE UNDER RENTALS - RH013)

4092 1556

7 Hort Street, Mareeba

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MAREEBA PROPERTY OFFICE

OPEN SAT 9.30AM-11AM

75 ACRE BLOCK

12 JOAN CRESCENT

ON THE BARRON RIVER

• 4 bed, 2 bath, built-ins, ensuite & walk-in robe • Large kitchen, open plan living, airconditioning • Separate home ofﬁce, fenced 2819m2 • 10m x 9m shed, inground pool, solar panels

• Barron River frontage, no close neighbours • Fenced on three sides, power access nearby • Enjoy a rural lifestyle just 20 minutes from town • Hodzic Road frontage, permanent water supply

$549,000 NEG

$275,000 NEG

SALLY TEITZEL 0427 933 417

JOHN FALVO 0408 456 344

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Renovated home for rent renovated three bedroom concrete block home,combined kitchen, dining and lounge area. Two bathrooms and two toilets, internal laundry, front patio and outdoor entertainment area, single carport, fenced yard with two garden sheds and owner will accept outdoor pets only. Features... Air-conditioning, built-in wardrobes, internal laundry, broadband internet access. Inspection times by appointment. For rent at $380 per week – see website i.d. no. rh005 @ mareeba4880realestate.com.au.

Contact Mareeba Real Estate Agencies on 4092 1556 or Mark on 0428 121 520. Email mrea4880@ qld.chariot.net.au Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

MAREEBA $380 p/week Mareeba Real Estate Agencies 0428 121 520 or 4092 1556

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PROPERTY Executive style town house TWO bedroom town house, tiled throughout, granite bench tops, stainless steel appliances, security screens, double carport to the rear of the building, security gates to entry, short walk to the centre of town and schools – very well appointed. For rent at $320 per week. For more information or to arrange an inspection, do not hesitate to contact Mareeba Property Management on 4092 2111. Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

MAREEBA FOR RENT $320 P/W Mareeba Property Management 4092 2111

Location is the key here

• Private rear outdoor patio/courtNew to the market, this spacious, modern two bedroom plus office unit yard • Walking distance to schools, is conveniently located right in the heart of town in the Firth Place com- shops, cafes, the hospital, doctors, churches and public transport plex. • Low body corporate fees Easy to live in and easy to clean, this unit is perfect for retirees wanting Hurry this is the only lowset unit a low maintenance lifestyle close to all available for sale in this complex and it won’t last long. of town’s amenities. • Built-in wardrobes and split sysOpen for inspection this Saturday tem air-conditioning • Spacious open plan living area, from 11am to 12noon. For further well-appointed kitchen with island information or to arrange a private inspection, please contact Sophie bench and stainless steel appliances • Solar hot water system and floor Bozzo at Joe Torrisi Real Estate. Phone 0428 128 154. tiles throughout • Security screens • Easily accessible Address: Unit 2, 113 Walsh St, MAREEBA bathroom with floor to Price: $257,000 NEG ceiling tiles and walk-in Agent: Sophie Bozzo shower Joe Torrisi Real Estate • Single vehicle reContact: 0428 128 154 mote control lockup garage and laundry area

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TENDERS CLOSE 5PM 7Th aPRiL, 2017 FOR FURThER iNFORMaTiON PLEaSE CaLL JOE TORRiSi ON 0417 700 468 OR SOPhiE BOZZO ON 0428 128 154 WWW.JOETORRiSi.COM.aU

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DIRECTORY

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CLASSIfieds phone us: 4092 3464

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Position Vacant

Anniversary

Livestock

Happy 50 Year Wedding Anniversary

Love John

Death Notice DOROTHY IRENE TOWNE “Bunny”

~~~~ 8th May, 1929 ~~~~ Departed this life peacefully on the 3rd on March, 2017 after a brief illness. Dearly beloved by all her family and friends. A private family service was held on the 5th of March, 2017. “SHE SAW THE GOLDEN SLIPRAILS WERE DOWN.”

Funeral Notice Dr. David William HUGHES Retired Dentist. Late of Mareeba. Passed away peacefully with his family by his side at the Mareeba Hospital on Friday the 17th of March 2017. Aged 79 years. Dearly loved Husband of Rhonda. Loved and adored Father and Father-in-Law of Gregory, Julianne and Justin. Loved Grandad of Jasmine and Jessica. Loving Brother of James, Helen, Lynette and their families. Family and friends are warmly invited to attend a Funeral Service for David to be held at St. George’s Anglican Church Mareeba on Wednesday the 22nd of March, 2017, commencing at 1:00pm. At the conclusion of the service, the Cortege will then proceed to the Mareeba Lawn Cemetery.

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

got something you would like to sell? Let us help. Phone us today on 4092 3464 or call into our office at 186 Byrnes Street, Mareeba.

Church Notices Presbyterians continue to meet in Mareeba for worship each Sunday 10am, QCWA Hall, Wilkes St (behind Meals on Wheels) ~ All Welcome! EastEr thEmE: mEEt thE mastEr Sunday 26th March: Herod Antipas “Herod… Treated (Jesus) with contempt and mocked Him … and sent Him back to Pilate.” (Luke 23:11)

Tender

Livestock transport

To Melva

In 1967 an angel from heaven said yes, till death do us part. 50 years further on, I still sing the song, I love you with all my heart.

fax us: 4092 6346

8m Body Truck Rassy 30 Years Experience

MAREEBA

0429 941 218

Mulungu Aboriginal Corporation is a Health Service with a strong focus on Community Development in conjunction with Primary Health Care, Chronic Disease Prevention and Early Education and Care. The following vacany exists within our Service:

MAlE HEAltH woRkER / PRACtitionER - AtHERton

 Do you enjoy face to face contact with people?  Do you have a quiet friendly nature?  Are you able to provide culturally appropriate health care that responds to the needs of individuals within the community and value adds to their health care? This position is Full Time, based in Atherton. ESSEntiAl: Driver’s licence, Working with Children Blue card (or able to obtain), Obtain a Federal Police Check. Possession of Cert IV in Primary Health Care Practice is required. This position is for an Identified Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander only under Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act.

PlEASE ContACt MiCHAEl DAViES FoR An APPliCAtion PACkAGE AnD PoSition DESCRiPtion EMAil: mdavies@mulungu.org.au APPliCAtionS CloSE: 31st March, 2017.

NQ OFF ROAD SPECIALISTS Mareeba Requires a

Water Delivery Water truck hire Domestic Water Deliveries

0429 941 218 Is someone you know getting married? Wish them all the best with an advert in The Express. 4092 3464.

Advertising works. Call Natasha Burton at your friendly locally owned Newspaper on 4092 3464.

Tender

qualified mechanic

With own tools and driver’s license. Accessory fitting and computer knowledge would be an advantage.

Please forward resume to: nqoffroad@bigpond.com Cert 1 Business Traineeship Full time, 6 months, based in Mareeba. Driver’s licence is required. SkillS required: • Knowledge of Microsoft Office • Understanding of social media • Ability to multi-task Position description available on: www.northerngulf.com.au Or email: projects@northerngulf.com.au Apply to: projects@northerngulf.com.au With a detailed resume and a cover letter addressing the Position Description. Advertising works. Call Natasha Burton at your friendly locally owned Newspaper on 4092 3464.

In Memoriam IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Gary John McGrath 10.10.47 ~ 21.03.87 Those we hold so dear, Live on in our hearts forever.

Matthew Craig Miles Died 26~03~2012. Aged 21. Signed: Stanley E. Shinner Matthew’s Step Dad

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Classified deadlines

4pm Friday prior to the next week’s publication

Advertising works. Call us on 4092 3464.

T-MSC2017-07 Mareeba LeagueS CLub airCondiTioning repLaCeMenT Mareeba Shire Council hereby invites tenders for the provision of Manufacture, supply, delivery and installation on site of airconditioning systems, electrical wiring and associated building work at the Mareeba Leagues Club located at the corner of Doyle and Riordan Streets Mareeba to replace existing airconditioning units and associated infrastructure. obtaining documentation: Tenders are to be lodged on Council’s online e-procurement system, Tenderlink - www.tenderlink.com/msc. Please register as a potential supplier on Tenderlink to download the documents. There is no charge to register or to download the documents. Lodgement of Tenders: Completed responses must be lodged by uploading the submission to Tenderlink, using the response forms within the tender documentation. We strongly recommend that you begin uploading your tender submission files at least two (2) hours BEFORE tender closing. Closing Time: The Closing Time for lodgement of Tenders is 11.00am on Wednesday 19 April 2017. For technical issues or general assistance to register, download documents or upload your tender submission on this website, please contact Tenderlink Support Help Desk on 1800 233 533 or email support@tenderlink.com. Public Tender openings are now delivered electronically with a tender summary being provided upon request. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. peter Franks CHieF eXeCuTiVe oFFiCer PO Box 154 www.msc.qld.gov.au MAREEBA QLD 4880 Phone: 1300 308 461

IS SOMEONE YOU KNOW GETTING MARRIED? Place an advert in The Express and wish them all the best!

Garage Sale 10 Dean Circuit, Mareeba. Sunday 26th March only. House hold items, camping and boating.

got something you would like to sell? Let us help. Phone us today on 4092 3464 or call into our office at 186 Byrnes Street, Mareeba.

T-MSC2017-06 Pre-Qualified SuPPlierS infraSTruCTure MainTenanCe ServiCeS Mareeba Shire Council hereby invites offers from suitably qualified firms/contractors wishing to be considered as a Pre-Qualified Supplier in the following areas: • Airconditioning • Architect • Asbestos Removal • Building General • Cabinet Makers • Carpenters • Carpet Cleaners • Cleaning • Commercial Diving Services • Concreters • Consulting Engineering Services • Demolisher • Design Drafters • Drone Aerial Photographic Services • Electrical • Emergency Generator Sets • Fencing • Fencing Contractors • Fire Services • Flooring/Restoration • Garden Maintenance • Gas Fitter • GIS • General Engineering and Fabrication • Glazing • Handyman• Landscape Designer • Landscape Materials • Line Markers • Locksmiths • Metal Fabrication and Welding • Motor Rewinding • Outdoor Power Equipment • Painting • Pest Control • Plasterers • Plastic Welding and Fabrication • PLC System Engineers • Plumbing • Pool Services • Project Managers • Pump Supply Service and Maintenance • Quarry Materials • Refrigeration • Removalist • Roller Doors • Roofing and Guttering • Security Screens • Septic Pumping • Sign Writers • Surveyors • Technical Officers • Telemetry and SCADA • Telemetry Electrical • Tiling and Paving • Tree Loppers • Upholsterer • Waste Removal • Waste Transport and Disposal • Waterproofing/Sealing Obtaining documentation: Tenders are to be lodged on Council’s online e-procurement system, Tenderlink - www.tenderlink.com/msc. Please register as a potential supplier on Tenderlink to download the documents. There is no charge to register or to download the documents. lodgement of Tenders: Completed responses must be lodged by uploading the submission to Tenderlink, using the response forms within the tender documentation. We strongly recommend that you begin uploading your tender submission files at least two (2) hours BEFORE tender closing. Closing Time: The Closing Time for lodgement of Tenders is 11.00 am on Thursday 20 April 2017. For technical issues or general assistance to register, download documents or upload your tender submission on this website, please contact Tenderlink Support Help Desk on 1800 233 533 or email support@tenderlink.com. Public Tender openings are now delivered electronically with a tender summary being provided upon request. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. 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 Public Notice

Temporary road Closure oaky Creek Bridge upgrade Notice is hereby given under the Provisions of the Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act 1995 that the following road will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic. Council will be commencing the upgrade of the existing timber bridge over Oaky Creek on Springmount Road. The bridge will be upgraded to a one lane concrete standard capable of carrying highway loadings. These works require the temporary road closure of Springmount Road at Oaky Creek bridge to all traffic from monday 27 march 2017 to Friday 12 may 2017 inclusive. During this period residents on the western side of Oaky Creek are advised that all access will be via Mareeba-Dimbulah Road. Any inconvenience is regretted and the cooperation and patience of motorists will be appreciated. peter Franks CHieF eXeCuTiVe oFFiCer PO Box 154 www.msc.qld.gov.au MAREEBA QLD 4880 Phone: 1300 308 461

Sewer Fogging Mareeba Shire Council is conducting sewer fogging to manage insect populations in the sewer system in the town of Mareeba. It will be necessary for Council staff to enter private property to gain access to sewer inspection openings. Council requests that dogs are restrained to allow staff to carry out their duties quickly and without incident. Residents will be advised via letter drops when work will be carried out in their area. The programme is set to start 27 March 2017. Should you have any enquiries with regard to this matter, please contact Council’s Supervisor Water Reticulation, Andrew Willmott on 4086 4692.

ATTENTION ALL TABLELANDS AND SURROUNDING AREAS The Australasian Meat Industry Employees’ Union is interested in hearing from local people who have applied for work at the chicken processing factory at Mareeba, or who are interested in obtaining employment there. Management representatives of the factory have informed us that the reason they are employing foreign visa workers is because locals are not interested in working there. It has been reported to the Union that locals have in fact been applying for work at the factory, but are being rejected in favour of backpacker visa holders. If you have applied for work at the Mareeba plant, and been rejected, we would like to hear from you. The Union is also keen to provide the company with details of people who genuinely want work at the factory, whether they have previously applied for work there or not. The AMIEU will have a representative at the Mareeba Racecourse on Monday, 27th March, 2017 from 6:00pm The AMIEU will be urging the company which operates the Mareeba plant to demonstrate its commitment to the local community and the employment of local workers. Authorised by Ian McLauchlan Assistant Branch Secretary AMIEU Queensland Branch - Ph: 0418 186 950

Brett thompson

Jewellery Repairs and Watch Batteries while you wait!

PH: 0429 728 185 or 4092 3295

For Rent

Tolga Q.C.W.A Easter Cent Sale. March 31st at Tolga Q.C.W.A Hall. Doors open 8.30am for a 9.30am start. $3 entry includes morning tea, lucky door, raffles. Very large commercial shed, close to town, approx. 1200sqm - will petition. Ph 0414 277 650.

Mareeba State High School

“Building a Better Future Together”

IS YOUR CHILD STARTING SCHOOL IN 2018? YEAR 6 SCHOOL TOUR Monday, 27th March, 2017 5:30pm – 6:30pm (Hall)

All Students from all Schools are invited. This evening tour is open to all parents and students interested in discovering first-hand the opportunities available for students enrolling in 2018.

If you have any enquiries please phone the school office on 4086 2777

Authorised by the Queensland Government, Mary St, Brisbane.

Courses/ Training FIRST AID & CPR TRAINING In ATHERTOn: Saturday 25th March and Wednesday 12th April In MAREEBA: Thursday 30th March and Saturday 8th April Contact Alan Wason: 0466 127 055 Email: farnorthtms@gmail.com Far North Training & Medic Services

For Rent Mareeba shop 100sqmt approximately Byrnes St frontage and plenty of rear parking. Next door o laundromat and medical centre. Busy traffic flow, air-conditioned. $220per week. Ph Carolynne 0414 277 650.

St Patrick’s Day Races Mareeba Turf Club Photos by Peter Roy

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EXPRESS sPORT

Rules changes for soccer games

The full suite of new rules: • At kick-off, the ball can now be kicked in any direction – including backwards. No players are allowed to stand in their opponents’ half. • No more “triple punishment” – penalty, red card and automatic onematch suspension. If a player commits a “Denying an obvious goal scoring opportunity” offence inside the penalty area, it will now be a caution if the foul was an attempt to play the ball or challenge an opponent for the ball. However, handballs, holding, pulling or pushing, not attempting to play the ball, preventing a chance to play the ball and serious foul play or violent conduct will still be a send-off for players if they deny an obvious goal scoring opportunity. • If a player is injured by a foul which results in a send-off or caution for the opponent, the injured player may be quickly treated on the pitch without the need to leave the field of play. If the assessment/treatment is not quick the player will have to go off. • A penalty taker who “illegally feints” once his run-up is completed will be cautioned. A goalkeeper who moves off his line before the kick is taken will be cautioned if a goal is not scored. • If play is stopped due to interference from a team official or substitute, a direct free kick will now be awarded to the opposition. • Players’ arms and hands are not considered when judging offside. Offside free-kicks will be taken from the place where the player commits the offside offence – this can be in their own half.

SPREADING THE WORD: (L-R) FNQ Football retention and development coach Angelo Capaldi, referee Natalie Bambino and referee Chris Dawson visited the Mareeba Bulls club earlier this month to brief them on new rules.

COMPETITIVE soccer matches from U12s right up to seniors will undergo a series of rule changes this season, as FNQ Football tries to keep up with the latest developments in the World Game. More than a dozen new rule changes have been implemented with FNQ Football referees having visited clubs across the region – including Mareeba - to bring them up to speed. Among the major changes, there will be no more “triple punishment” (penalty, red card and one match suspension) for a player who fouls an opposition player inside the penalty box, denying them “an obvious goal scoring opportunity”. Instead, the ref will issue a penalty and yellow card if the foul was an attempt to play the ball or challenge an opponent for the ball inside the penalty box. But outside the penalty box, a red card will be given for the same foul committed. Handballs, holding, pulling or pushing, not attempt-

ing to play the ball, preventing a chance to play the ball and serious foul play or violent conduct will still be a send-off for players if they deny an obvious goal scoring opportunity. FNQ Football referee retention and development coach Angelo Capaldi said the changes would make the game more interesting. “We’ve gone to all the clubs and tried to educate the coaches and as many players as we can,” he said. “Our endeavour is to limit the interaction between us and players, coaches and spectators when it comes to our decision-making. “We want to help the clubs learn the new laws of the game because these are big changes.” At kick-off, the ball can now be kicked in any direction, including backwards, and if play is stopped due to interference from a team official or substitute, a direct free kick will now be awarded to the opposition..

• If a player takes a free kick quickly and an opponent who is less than 9.15m from the ball intercepts it, the referee allows play to continue. However, an opponent who deliberately prevents a free kick being taken quickly must be cautioned for delaying the restart of play. • Any material on/covering the socks must be same colour as the part of the sock it is covering. Undershorts/tights must be the same colour as the main colour of the shorts or the lowest edge (hem); the team must wear the same colour. Electronic communication with substitutes is forbidden. • An opponent who is in the penalty area when a goal kick is taken cannot touch the ball until another player has touched it (indirect free kick if this occurs). • A player may be sent off any time after the referee enters the field of play for the pre-match inspection. • A player who deliberately strikes an opponent on the head or face will be sent off unless the force used was minimal / negligible. • A foul off the field will be penalised with a free kick on the boundary line nearest to where the foul occurred (penalty kick if in offender’s penalty area). • Not all handball offences receive a caution – it is a yellow card offence if it stops or interferes with a promising attack. • “Three’s a crowd” rule. Crowding the referee – a player will be cautioned if three or more players surround a match official to dissent a decision. Players will also be cautioned if they show visibly disrespectful behaviour to any of the match officials, respond aggressively to decisions, confront a match official face-to-face or run towards a match official to contest a decision

Hornets forked by Devils THE Red Devils have redeemed themselves in Mareeba Basketball’s Men’s Summer League Competition after a 61-28 thrashing of the Green Hornets last Thursday night. Devils had a point to prove in the Round 5 clash after they were beaten by an undermanned Ciggy Butts outfit 56-46 in the previous week. Experienced veteran Craig Fairley had also re-joined to give his side some added defensive grit – something they lacked against Butts the week before. And Devils didn’t take a backwards step in the first quarter, Juni Bordeos and Layton and Brandon Osborne striking first. The Osborne twins continued to harass the Hornets all over the D, bumping up the score to 12-5 despite a late quarter charge from Hornets youngster Lane Hannish. The Devils continued their onslaught in the second quarter, leaving the Hornets scoreless for most of it. Once again, the Osborne twins were a class above, producing some excel-

lent 1-2 plays and outCLASH: The Red pacing the Hornets every Devils and Green time on the counter. Hornets battle around Hornets’ Luke Libke the hoops in last gave his team some conThursday’s Round 5 game. solation with a two-pointer towards the end of the quarter, but it was little use as the scoreline blew out to 30-7 by half-time. A two-pointer from Devils’ Ben Fresta opened the scoring in multiple times to make it 42-18 at the what was a physical third quarter, Fresta backing it up with an- close. Devils raced ahead to 50-20 in the other just moments later as the Hornets first three minutes of the final quarter, looked beat. But Hannish offered some hope Fresta and the Osbornes in a furious for his side, sinking a three pointer shooting frenzy. The Hornets were unable to hold to make it 30-10 with just over seven out, despite the best efforts of Hannish minutes left. Hannish followed that up with a and Libke, with the game finishing at layup before bagging a second on an 61-28. In last week’s other games, Stingintercept play. But the Devils were in no mood for rays took out Blue Angels 58-48, Cigcomplacency, Alex Hodi, Fresta and gy Butts beat Spare Parts 40-33 and the Osborne twins finding the hoop Barras defeated Killer Bees.

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Trio fly flag for Atherton at National Touch titles THREE members of the Atherton Touch Football Association have returned from competing at the 2017 National Touch League titles in Coffs Harbour. Adam Hogan gained his Level 5 referee accreditation while players Cameron “Rocket” Glaspy played in the Mens 30 competition and Kaydee Chatfield in the Womens T League, both representing the North Queensland Cyclones. The NQ Cyclones Mens 30 Atherton Touch Football members team finished sixth out of eight Adam Hogan, Kaydee Chatfield teams, while the Womens T and Cameron Glaspy, celebrate at League team finished seventh the National Touch League titles in out of 18 teams. Coffs Harbour. Meanwhile, a special meetclub would fold. ing will be held on March 28 at “For next season to continue 7pm at the Atherton International Club to elect a new executive for new office bearers need to be elected,” she said. the club. “We currently only have a vice The club was unable to elect a new executive at February’s an- president. “The current executive will see nual general meeting due to a lack out this season and are willing to of interest. Outgoing president Katina Da- give a hand to anyone who steps vis said without an executive, the up into the roles.”

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EXPRESS sPORT Bulls falter against Stratford

UNLUCKY: Action from the Mareeba Bulls match against Stratford last Saturday night.

MAREEBA Bulls have suffered a disappointing 2-1 loss against arch-rivals Stratford in their first game of the season at Borzi Park. Coming off the back of a hardfought 3-2 away win against the Dolphins the week before in the FFA Cup, the Bulls were confident heading into the home clash on Saturday night. Neither side dominated the first half, despite multiple chances as momentum swung both ways. The action came in the second half when striker Simeon Malahoff beat Mareeba keeper Adrian Vedelgago to go 1-0 up at the 54th minute. Making his return from suspension, midfielder Wayne Srhoj was subbed on for John Ghensi minutes later, bringing some attacking options to his side. However, Stratford had their tails up, striker Joe Rusch capitalising on a cross from winger Osman Kamara, which was initially deflected by Vedelago. But a miskick and attempted clearance caused a regrettable own goal in the 57th minute as the visitors went 2-0 up. Mareeba quickly regathered and pressed into Stratford’s half, creating multiple chances but failing to capitalise. A clear penalty to Mareeba following striker Steven Cater being brought down in the box made it 2-1 in the 78th minute to give the home side some hope.

But it wasn’t to be as Stratford held out to take the win. Bulls coach Alex Srhoj said the loss would act as motivation for his side to improve, despite missing captain Alex Plowman and midfielder David Ruiz for the game. “I’m proud of the boys character, we showed in the last 20 minutes we can run over the top of anyone,” he said. “We were just a bit unlucky towards the end and paid the price for a couple of errors.” Srhoj praised the efforts of Jason Haydon, Nic Tallarico and Zane Singleton. Stratford coach Doug Baird said it was a hard-fought win for his side, who are rebuilding with six new signings this season. “It’s always a tough place to come and get the points,” he said. “It’s really gratifying to get the result. I don’t think Mareeba played as well as they can play and we didn’t either, but you get that at this stage of the season.” In other games, the Reserve’s drew 1-1 and the premier ladies kicked off their season with a outstanding 3-1 win. On Friday night the Black 2nd Division team lost 2-1, while the Orange team won 13-0. The Bulls take on Marlin Coast at Pennell Field this Saturday.

Ivanhoes hold out Roosters Young Rooster Ty Grogan crossed for two tries on Saturday night.

Gators make statement against Innisfail

HARD FOUGHT: Mareeba’s Henare Maeva and Clint Posselt make a tackle in their game against Innisfail last Saturday night. PHOTO BY RACHEL ARANCIO

THE Mareeba Gladiators have proven they are the real deal this season after an inspirational 20-10 victory over powerhouse Innisfail Leprechauns on Saturday night. After a decisive 30-6 win against arch-rivals Atherton in Round 1, Gladiators coach Tye Ingebrigtsen was wary of the challenge posed by Innisfail, who it made it deep into the finals last season. The home team was caught on the back foot early at Davies Park, handling errors costing them valuable field possession as Innisfail pressed for the try line. Leps were rewarded soon after, sprightly fullback Edward Morrison-Sailor scoring in the far right corner at about the fourth minute to go 4-0 up. But Innisfail’s Matt Healy missed the conversion. Hooker Clint Posselt led Mareeba’s fightback, attempting to orchestrate an attack on the Leps’ right flank but couldn’t find a way through as dropped balls again cost the home side. An Innisfail scrum 20m from the Gladiators’ tryline forced Mareeba to play defence, holding out multiple times against relentless attacks. The game degenerated into a virtual stalemate about halfway through the first half, neither side managing to get the upper hand. A lack of discipline by Gators eventually caused a penalty to Innisfail just outside Mareeba’s tryline, the visitors opting to take the kick and go 6-0 at the 19th minute. After a penalty for what looked like a head-high tackle on Mareeba co-captain Maddie Oosen near Innisfail’s tryline, the sturdy hooker recovered quickly, throwing a sneaky pass out to Posselt who touched down for a try. With centre Boche Satrick suspended for a week due to a lifting tackle against Atherton, kicking duties fell to Sonny Kerr, who didn’t disappoint to bring scores level at 6-all. Innisfail were desperate to get ahead before half-time, constantly probing Mareeba’s defence but at times were their own worst enemies causing multiple penalties. The second half started much the same as the first ended before Oosen made a blistering intercept run only to be held up just 10m away from Innisfail’s tryline. But the effort was rewarded when Dan Moevao crossed between the posts just moments later to go 12-6 up after a successful conversion from Kerr. A frustrated Leprechauns gave away another penalty in the 66th minute with Kerr taking the kick to make it 14-6. The Leps refused to quit and their persistence eventually paid off when Fred Koraba touched down in the 71st

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Two early tries in the space of ten minutes by young half Ty Grogan looked set to spark an Atherton Roosters victory on Saturday night, but in the end Ivanhoes proved too strong claiming a 28-18 victory at Roosters Stadium. The quick fire double got the home side up 12-0 early, but the quality Ivanhoes outfit were soon back in the contest to trial 12-10 at halftime. Ivanhoes enjoyed a strong restart and soon pushed ahead 28-12 before another Roosters try got it back to 28-18. Roosters coach Dean Howard said he

minute to make it 14-10, Healy missing the conversion. The score looked staying that way as both sides struggled with fatigue. Then centre Sonny Rea conjured up something special when, with just under four minutes to go, he produced a brilliant intercept play to run the length of the field and cross for a try. Kerr converted to give Mareeba a hard-fought 20-10 win. Speaking after the game, Ingebrigtsen was full of praise for his men and their giant-slaying victory, the first time they have beaten Innisfail in four years. “I can’t be any more proud of the boys who put that jersey on,” he said. “My heart was racing the whole game.” Ingebrigtsen praised Rea’s intercept try. “It was crucial. That try Sonny scored at the end sealed the game, that was outstanding,” he said. “He pulled off the big play at the big moment and we got it.” The Gators will take on Yarrabah at Jilara Oval this Sunday from 3pm.

was happy with sides first half, but several injuries in that period had taken its toll at the back end. “We were good till injuries forced key changes midway through the first session and we had a lot of wounded troops leaving us without any replacements in the end,” Howard said. “Overall it was a good effort considering the injuries and changes and our new recruits showed they will bring plenty to the club.” The Roosters play Brothers this Sunday at Stan Williams Park.

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