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Landslide victory

By Rebecca Wallis

They say you can’t keep a good man down and that is true of Shane Knuth this week who is celebrating the launch of his sixth term in office.

The Katter Party member won the seat of Hill in a landslide of votes over the

weekend, raking in double the numbers of his nearest rival, LNP’s Mario Quagliata.

Over in the Cook electorate, social worker Cynthia Lui, Labor, is poised to take the helm and make history as the first Torres Strait Islander elected to office in Australia.

The final tally will not

be known for Cook for some time but that isn’t stopping the celebrations and commiserations - from starting.

“We are still waiting for the final count of votes and preferences but I am quietly confident that Labor will regain the seat of Cook,” said Ms Lui on Sunday.

“It has been a campaign

that has provided voice to many issues and if I am elected as the Member for Cook, I will work with residents to find solutions for the whole community.

“I want to place on record my thanks to the many volunteers and supporters who have made our campaign so strong and I look forward to the opportu-

nity to represent you in the Queensland Parliament.”

Labor held almost 40 per cent of the votes by the end of the weekend soaring ahead of One Nation’s Jen Sackley who was holding on to 18 per cent of the votes at the time of print.

LNP’s Penny Johnson and KAP’s Gordon Rasmussen failed to make a big

impression on the voters despite strong campaigns in the lead up to November 25. Both were sitting neck and neck with 17 per cent of the votes.

Mr Rasmussen has been a vocal campaigner for the Mareeba region in particular and worked hard in the months leading up to the election to educate himself

on the wants and needs of the community.

The Julatten farmer did get the biggest number of votes from his home town polling booth and those in Biboohra, Chillagoe, Daintree, Dimbulah and one of the polling stations in Mareeba. cont. P3

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An unprecedented number of young flying foxes have been found orphaned or dead at the Cairns CBD colony, prompting Kuranda wildlife carers to put a call out for help.

Last year 146 flying foxes were raised and released in total, but in the past nine weeks alone a staggering 523 have been found either dead or orphaned with 300 of them needing round the clock feeding and intensive care.

“We have no idea why this is happening,” said Rebecca Koller from Our Animals Our Earth in Kuranda.

“I started documenting the live and dead and where exactly they were found and what activity was going around it so I could try and pinpoint exactly what was causing it.

“There seems to be a direct link to when the construction company moved the crane arms directly over the trees of the colony and the numbers we’ve found on the ground. There could be other factors, but that seems to be where the link is. We’re not going to know until the end of it.”

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Wildlife carer Rebecca Koller with a four week old flying fox pup that needs to be bottle fed every four hours.

enced wildlife carer and along with approximately 30 others from the Far North has always put her hand in her own pocket to buy expensive bat milk formula, teats and bottles to keep the babies thriving until they can be released back into the wild.

But with so many to look after she is asking for donations and has set up a GoFundMe page. She has already raised just over $8000 of a $10,000 goal.

“If they come in healthy we need specialist formulas, teats and bottles, that’s if they come in fully furred, not a premature pup,” she said.

“Then when they get to three months old they need their fruit, protein powders and particular items we use to teach them to drink from and then they go into a flight aviary so they can stretch their wings before they’re released. Then we do a soft release. That’s a six month process.”

A lot of the flying fox pups that have been found recently are premature meaning they require a lot more work.

A carer has been drafted in from Rockhampton to help care for the rising numbers of animals while

100 were sent to the Australian Bat Clinic in Brisbane for round the clock care and will be brought back to the Far North for release when they are ready.

Ms Koller is asking for people to put personal perceptions of flying foxes aside and think about preserving the protected species.

“People are frightened of them,” she said.

“They’re not the demonic creature they’re made out to be. They’re beautiful. A lot people say they are pests and they’re feral, but they’re not and they ask what is the purpose of them – they’re long distance pollinators. They’re a key stone species, the same as a cassowary.

“I don’t expect people to love them, but we need them. The stories of them carrying diseases is so far removed from what the truth is. Less than one per cent carry Lyssavirus and you can’t contract it unless you interfere with a bat.

You can’t get it from their faeces, you can’t get it from their droppings. They’re not just flying around with disease.”

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An Atherton State High school distance education student has won a prestigious award in Brisbane for his design of an aeronautical pod for a camera that fits on to the wing of a plane.

Rowan McNab, 17, came up with the design during Aerospace Studies and decided to enter it into the Aeospace Industry Education Awards.

He flew to Brisbane last week with four other finalists where he was chosen as the winner.

“It was nuts,” said Rowan.“I was really grate-

ful that my design was chosen.”

Rowan said he has a passion for aviation and has taken flying lessons.

Next year he is hoping to get a place at Griffith University in Brisbane to study a double degree in engineering and industrial design.

“I’m not sure what I want to do long term yet, but I want to do something with aeronautical design,” he said.

As part of his prize, Rowan won $500 and gets a one year affiliate into the Royal Aeronautical Soci-

ety.

The awards were held at Parliament House and are part of the Gateway to Industry Schools Program and were presented by the Assistant Director-General, Steven Koch.

Finalists were judged on their ability to produce the best project and accompanying formal written report, which they produced as part of their Year 12 studies.

Projects were judged on their innovation and practicality and included themes such as rocket launching and airport design.

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Nothing but a ‘hole of hope’

By Rebecca Wallis

It’s been almost four years since members of the community purchased bricks dedicated to loved ones fighting cancer, but still the Wall of Hope has not been built.

Frustration at the lack of progress on the project, which is due to be erected in Centenary Park in Mareeba, has reached boiling point.

Katharine Wiltshire handed over $50 in March 2014 for a plaque to be placed on the wall in memory of her parents that died of cancer.

“We’ve been given so many excuses as to why it has not been built yet,” said Mrs Wiltshire.

“Every time I call I get a different answer. I rang and rang and rang and in the end she just didn’t return calls.”

The project is being driven by former Cancer Council Queensland Hope Ambassador Vilma Moriconi. To date the only progress made on the wall is a hole that was dug approximately three months ago

which is guarded by safety fencing.

Around $4570 was raised through the project for Cancer Council Queensland, with a spokesperson for the organisation stating the money had been received and would be used to assist those affected by cancer.

But for those expecting a plaque in memory of a loved one, it is not much of a consolation.

“It doesn’t matter if you put in $300, $150 or $50, that’s not the point,” said Mrs Wiltshire.

“The point is a promise was made that this would be built and it hasn’t happened. There are probably some people that have put money in who have died now. All we’ve got here is a hole in the ground – after four years.”

After being contacted

by The Express, Ms Moriconi said the wall was being built this week but could not explain the delay or which contractors were being used to complete the project.

Cancer Council Queensland CEO Chris McMillian released a state-

ment on Friday.

“We appreciate the support of the local community and are dedicated to ensuring that the wall is completed,” she said.

“We have been advised

by Vilma that the wall will be completed within two weeks and hope to see this happen.”

The wall was due to be erected by volunteer tradesmen and donations from local organisations.

“There’s a lot of people in the community that are cranky about it,” said Mrs Wiltshire.

“People want to know what happened with the money, but nobody’s been told a thing. We don’t know how many bricks have been sold or how much money they raised.

We’ve heard nothing.

“She gave you promise after promise after promise until I said I’ll believe it when I see it.”

Mrs Wiltshire said she was an annual donator to Cancer Council but said she would not be giving anymore money until the wall had been built.

“All we’ve got instead is a hole of hope,” she said.

Katharine Wiltshire and her husband Col standing next to the site where the Wall of Hope is due to be built.

Knuth’s back in, Labor poised to win Cook and Barron River From P1

But no one could compete with Lui who in some parts of the Cape raked in over 90 per cent of the votes.

Down the road in the electorate of Hill it was a similar story for KAP’s Shane Knuth who led a quiet campaign in recent weeks, letting his reputation as the man who gets things done go before him. Knuth is credited with fighting for and getting Atherton Hospital’s $70million upgrade, as well as the new medical centre in Dimbulah which he will officially open today.

“I’m greatly humbled and honoured to get the overwhelming vote of approval from the Atherton Tablelands and the new coastal areas,” he said to The Express on Sunday.

“I appreciate that they’ve put their faith in me. I am very committed to the electorate and will work hard not to let them down.”

There was a nervous wait on Sunday to see whether Hinchinbrook would be won by Knuth’s colleague Nick Dametto meaning they would then hold the balance of power in parliament. Rumours were also rife that Annasta-

cia Palaszczuk would also go back on her word and do a deal with the Katter’s in order to secure Labor’s position as the ruling party.

“We don’t care who gets in,” said Knuth.

“We’ll be siding with the policy that meets the needs of regional Queensland.”

Last week the KAP’s announced that if they had the opportunity they would be securing $3.5billion for Far North infrastructure.

“We want to ensure that the region has a voice,” said Knuth.

“And that we get our fair share of infrastructure funding. People will always be

put first.”

For many voters, Knuth was a no brainer. Years of experience and a proven track record of getting things done put him in a great position in the lead up to Saturday, but many did predict that Tully farmer and businessman Mario Quagliata might be one to upset the applecart.

Quagliata lead a strong campaign for months, involving himself with everything from debates on water to power prices. He did his best to win over the hearts of Tablelanders but fell short of the mark raking in just 23 per cent of the votes

(by Sunday) behind Knuth’s 45 per cent.

“I would like to thank my family, friends and volunteers who have helped and supported me throughout the campaign period,” he said on Sunday.

“I have learnt a lot during this time and have made a lot of friendships along the way.”

In a close race, Labor’s Craig Crawford has claimed victory in Barron River over LNP’s Michael Trout.

While Trout is only about 800 primary votes behind, preferences will help Crawford get over the line.

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Council’s ignore case law Regarding Louise Pensini’s letter to the editor (A Murdoch paper 21.11.17) regarding approval by the TRC of agricultural land for commercial development, saving the GQAL – she left out a few salient points.

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Firstly, and most importantly, Queensland Councils are a legislative body. They are obligated to abide by Legislation, State Policies and Case Law. It is therefore relevant to applications to develop agricultural land, for commercial business purposes, that Councils abide by the Land Act, Sus-

tainable Planning Act, State Planning Policy (such policies become law under the Statutory Instruments Act), FNQ Regional Plan 2009 – 2031 (FNQPP), and Case Law. There is ample evidence within the Sustainable Planning Act and the State Planning Policy and the FNQPP,

to demonstrate agricultural land is not for development for other purposes. However, the TRC Council and the TRC Planning section plainly have very short memories, or chose to ignore a vital piece of Case Law. This Case Law set a precedent, which must be abided by, unless challenged in a high-

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er court, but did not. Therefore it is incumbent upon planning officers, throughout this State, to abide by the following decision.

Liston and Pensini v Tablelands Regional Council and Beantree Pty Ltd. This is a land court decision only two years old, and yet the TRC has chosen to ignore

it. Basically it overturned a development application, approved by the TRC, to subdivide agricultural land, effectively nullifying applications by developers, to develop agricultural land. This Case Law could be overturned, but it would require a developer to launch legal action, in the Land Court, to

overturn a Councils refusal for a development permit.

So where does TRC, and other councils, become selfrighteous, to the extent they can ignore a precedent sent in Case Law, let alone State Policies and their very own FNQPP? Graham Sweeper Mareeba

No support for small business

2 years, Land Valuations have not increased in that time and have actually decreased in some cases.

As we all know inflation is running at approx. 2% pa. When these statistics were presented, the Council decided that they were not happy squeezing small business to the extent they already have and ignored our objections and as of 2019, the Council stated that they will increase the rates being paid yet again.

Recent correspondence from TRC shows that they have reviewed their approach to rating and have asserted that the “Use of land to operate a business and generate revenue is not a residential purpose and … Council is justified in categorising the land as Category C - Non-Residential”. Furthermore, if a property were "tenanted for residential purposes and a business was also operating from the property, then the appropriate rating category may be assessed as Category - C - Non-Residential”.

(Direct quotes from Council Correspondence). TRC say that they are justified to do this with no consultation of Ratepayers and no consideration of the business and whether it is capable of such Rate increases. State Government guidelines encourage Councils to follow a procedure of consultation and to explain the benefits to the Ratepayers.

Builders, Tradesmen, Masseurs, Home design architects, Pest Control operators, Family Day Care etc, anyone who runs a business from home is open to these Rate increases and the increases won’t be small.

This initiative appears to fly in the face of the strategy of Council to seek to grow the tourism accommodation sector (in our case) and the start-up business and promote entrepreneurs.

The message to take away from this is that the TRC are punishing all business owners, regardless of size, type of business, financial position, etc. How will every type of business in the Atherton Shire be affected when small business can no longer afford to operate? The flow on effect to the Atherton economy is something we should be very concerned about. TRC say that they support small business and in our case Tourism, but where is the evidence. We’ve been operating in Atherton for 20 years and have never seen such a disregard to peoples difficulties.

This is not just about rates and it is not just about business. We are talking about livelihood, regional economic stability and what we value in a democracy. It’s time we fought to get one back. We’re certainly not prepared to continue running our business under such a regime. The farmers showed that with numbers we can support each other and do what’s right for the people. We need to stand up and fight as a community, otherwise individual families are going to pack up and move away.

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In our eyes, it is the primary role of the Local Government to represent the people. The Council is elected by the people, to operate not only in a legal but also in a fair and just manner.

Supporting business, the region and the populace.

We asked for support, were given support and then that support was withdrawn and we were hit harder.

Small business is suffering on the Atherton Tablelands. To the people who run small business in and around their home & any other business, as you’ll also be indirectly affected, this message is for you.

Small Business operating from their homes, are in the firing line to be singled out for huge rates increases.

Our Residential homebased business recently objected to our exorbitant Rates. We were not given the right to be heard at a TRC meeting, even though we requested such a hearing in our objection notice.

Our elected Divisional Councillor Katrina Spies and Mayor Paronella were both aware of this request.

What is interesting, is that Mayor Paronella and Councillor Spies supposedly speak for and represent the people. Yet when asked, they clearly stated in writing, support for Council Officers making hard line decisions for them, to the detriment of the people/ business’ who put them in their present official position.

The rates in question have increased by 95% in 7 years, 34% in the last

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Fighting back over electricity costs FNQ paying more for power

Mareeba farmer Makse Srhoj wants something to be done about massive rises in power bills.

Bid to stop crippling power bills

By Rebecca Wallis

Several key bodies are calling for a reduction in power prices and held a forum in Mareeba last week to lobby local candidates in the lead up to the State Election.

Electricity prices are crippling our local farmers and businesses, with one Mareeba canegrower reporting a bill increase of $50,000 a year since 2011.

Makse Srhoj said he has had to ‘hold back’ with cropping due to the massive hike in rates he is slogged with yearly that in 2011 were $30,000 a year and are now $80,000 a year.

“We haven’t made any changes to what we do,” he said.

“We have to irrigate everything up here and the cost of that is affecting everything.

“It affects the amount of people you employ and the businesses in town suffer.

It filters all the way down.”

Mr Srhoj attended the forum at the Mareeba Leagues Club last Wednesday. Mareeba Chamber of Commerce, Canegrowers, the Queensland Farmers Federation, Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association and

the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland joined forces to host the forum and address the major issue of power prices.

Key speakers and election candidates were invited to present to the forum including co-ordinator of the Queensland Electricity Users Network Jennifer Brownie.

Ms Brownie has been instrumental in getting Mareeba businesses to take part in a survey to see what the effects of their power bills have been on the local economy.

Nearly 50 per cent reported that they had a ‘high level of concern’ over the ability of their business to pay their power bills on time.

“If that doesn’t make candidates shake at the knees, it should,” Ms Brownie said to election candidates who attended the forum.

“Jobs are at risk. We are at the tipping point.

“In 12 months’ time there will be thousands of jobs lost. Either we reduce power bills or we will see job losses.”

Ms Brownie said prices had doubled in the past ten years and that regional Queensland was paying higher prices than south east Queensland.

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‘There are stretch marks on the balloon and it’s about to burst,” she said.

“It’s about how we can reduce pressure on the balloon.”

Manager of Bundaberg Canegrowers Dale Holliss also spoke at the forum. He has been campaigning to reduce electricity prices.

“In 2008 the way your electricity bills were calculated started to change,” he said.

“It affected Bundaberg and growing sugarcane in that area meant we started to see some horrific power bills.”

Mr Hollis formed the Queensland Energy Alliance to fight the rise in power bills.

Dr Georgina Davis from Queensland Farmers Federation and manager of The Gateway Hotel Callum Foo also spoke about the effect of exorbitant power prices.

Canegrowers, QFF and CCIQ are calling for steps to be implemented to reduce bills.

These include writing down the regulated asset base by 50 per cent, removing hidden taxes, designing and implementing efficient tariffs, funding the solar bonus scheme from government revenue and disciplining generators’ bidding practices.

Regional Queensland households are being charged up to 20 per cent more than those in Brisbane, according to the Queensland Electricity Users Network.

Tablelands based Jennifer Brownie from the network said business in the Far North are paying up to 30 per cent more than their south east counterparts.

“Analysis of electricity offers on the Australian Energy Regulator’s Energy Made Easy website shows the difference,” said Ms Brownie.

Cheapest offer with no discounts for a 4 person home in Coorparoo, Brisbane is $1,962 per year based on an annual consumption of 6,970 kWh. In comparison, a four person home in Cairns with the same level of consumption on Ergon Energy’s main residential tariff (Tariff 11) which is set by the Queensland Government pays $2,335 per year or $373 more per year.

The cheapest offer with no discounts for a small business in

Coorparoo, Brisbane is $1,940 per year based on an annual consumption of 6,853 kWh. A small business in Cairns on Ergon Energy’s main small business tariff (Tariff 20) set by the Queensland Government pays $2,573 per year or $633 more for the same consumption.

“On top of this, power bill pain is made much greater in regional Queensland due to the need to use air-conditioning during summer.”

Most households and small businesses in regional Queensland are captive to the 100 per cent Queensland Government owned Ergon Energy.

“In the last two years the Queensland Government increased power bills in regional Queensland by more than six per cent for homes and a massive 15 per cent or more for regional businesses – on top of the previous steep rises over the past 10 years,” Ms Brownie said.

“The QEUN survey shows regional jobs are being lost.”

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Garbage collection services will operate as normal over the holiday period. All transfer stations will remain open except for Christmas Day. Council will also be closed from 12.00pm on Friday 15 December.

COUNCIL IN ACTION Herberton Street, Mareeba: Construction of a new concrete footpath on Herberton Street, Mareeba is now completed.

Rob Veivers Drive, Kuranda: The project scope included the widening of the existing road formation along Rob Veivers Drive, the installation of kerb and channel and the rehabilitation of existing failed pavement sections.

Byrnes Street, Mareeba: Council would like to thank town business owners, motorists, and pedestrians for their patience while works are carried out to upgrade the underground stormwater network in Byrnes Street.

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Mareeba Shire residents can register for the Early Warning Network to receive free alerts about severe weather and other emergency events relevant to the area. Alerts can be received via email, SMS or voice messages to landline. Conditions apply. Register at: www. msc.qld.gov.au/emergencies-disasters/earlywarning-network.

Have you nominated someone for an

Australia Day Award?

MAYOR’S

Christmas Appeal Donations will be accepted at:

Ordinary Australians doing extraordinary things

• Customer Service Centres in Mareeba and Kuranda • Shire Libraries in Mareeba, Kuranda, Dimbulah and Chillagoe • Online at www.msc.qld.gov.au

A time for giving...

For assistance this Christmas, please contact: • • • •

Mareeba Community Centre Dimbulah Community Centre Julatten Community Centre Kuranda Neighbourhood Centre

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Nominate an inspiring individual, group or event within our local community to be considered for an Australia Day Award Nomination forms are available from Customer Service Centres in Mareeba and Kuranda, or online at www.msc.qld.gov.au Nominations close 18 December 2017

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Have your say in budget spending Rate payers are being given an opportunity to have their say over how Tablelands Regional Council (TRC) spend the 2018/2019 budget.

A Budget Allocator tool was launched last week on the TRC website and gives the community an opportunity to show which services they value the most.

Tablelanders will be

able to review areas of discretionary spending, choose the priority areas where they want services maintained or improved and identify areas in which they are willing to see a decrease in services.

The tool offers options to increase or decrease spending in areas such as infrastructure, waste, water and sewerage, community

planning and environment, asset management, organisational services and executive services and councillors.

Users can then lodge their comments.

The tool is used by other councils around the country and around the world. It is a conceptual tool for demonstration purposes. The feedback gained

will allow council to gauge what programs and services the community values most. Responses will form part of a report to Council that will assist in budget decision making. Mayor Joe Paronella said this will be one of the many tools used in the preparation and adoption of the 2018/2019 Budget and Operational Plan in June 2018.

“This is a chance for the community to have their say. We want to hear from all local residents,” urged Mayor Paronella.

“Our Council aims to encourage participation in planning and decisionmaking processes in an innovative, coordinated and transparent manner. We are committed to building partnerships with a range

of stakeholders, as well as seeking greater community involvement in Council activities.”

The tool will be available until January 20, 2018.

“We have identified four key priority areas as a Council to work towards: strong economies, vibrant communities, smart centres and planning towards Council 2050,” Cr Paronel-

la said.

“Community feedback will inform decisions for services to improve and evolve to meet the changing needs of our community.”

Budget submissions can be made online via www. trc.qld.gov.au. Paper copies can be collected from, and returned to, Customer Service Centres.

Brett Wason, Barry Conway, 2016 Qld father of the Year Gary Prior, Officer in Charge of Gordonvale Station and White Ribbon Ambassador Adrian Geary, Robert larkin from Mareeba Community Housing and Andrew O’Brien.

Speaking up about domestic violence

By Rebecca Wallis

One female dies every week from domestic violence, a shocking statistic that Mareeba Community Housing is trying to change.

Last Friday they held an event at the Leagues Club in honour of White Ribbon Day (November 25) with guest speakers including the 2016 Queensland Father of the Year and local police officers.

“This year alone up to 48 women have died from domestic violence,” said Robert Larkin, supervisor for Mareeba Community Housing.

“We have taken the oath to show the community that we don’t support vio-

lence against women and we are asking you all here today to do the same.”

Guest speaker Gary Prior gave a harrowing speech about how he came to be named the Queensland Father of the Year in 2016.

The indigenous Ingham local had seven children of his own when he adopted his cousin’s four children after he was imprisoned as a drug addict.

“If I didn’t get my nephews out of there they would have ended up in the big house and they would have hung themselves,” he said.

“We’ve changed these young boys around and now they’re giving back to the community.”

Mr Prior had to fight to bring the children across the state border from New

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The Atherton Lioness Club have donated $250 to the 2017 TRC Mayors Christmas appeal. Pictured left to right Christine Green, Karen West, Mayor Joe Paronella and Irene Talbot.

South Wales to Queensland. At the time it was not possible to take a child that was a ward of the state acorss the border. But such was Gary’s determination to give the children a better future, he took his case to the High Court and won.

Now the law has changed.

Mr Prior said drugs and alcohol as well as a lack of employment were contributing factors to the reasons why violence against women is prevalent in the indigenous culture.

“It’s about encouraging young men to grow up and love their women and their mum,” said Mr Prior.

“We are providers and protectors. It’s not in our DNA to flog our wives and drink alcohol.”

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PO Box 573, Atherton 4883

Tablelands Regional Council

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Visit a Customer Service Centre in Atherton, Herberton, Malanda or Ravenshoe

Light up for Christmas competition

Infrastructure upgrades

Christmas closure

Spread the cheer this festive season by decorating your home, business or street. Nominations close 6 December with winners announced 21 December.

Nomination forms available from Customer Service Centres or trc.qld.gov.au. Great prizes up for grabs.

A bicycle pump track is now open at Tolga.

Council offices and libraries will close at 2pm on Friday 22 December and reopen on Tuesday 2 January 2018. Waste Transfer Stations will only close on Christmas Day, with waste services provided throughout the closure period. Contact Council 24 hours a day, seven days a week on 1300 362 242.

Grading is underway on roads in Tarzali, Topaz and Mount Garnet.

In December shoulder rectification works are scheduled for Tarzali and Ellinjaa areas, pavement Give generously to assist locals pairs in Tolga and Ravenshoe, new signs will be Embrace the spirit of giving and donate to the annual installed across the region and linemarking activities.

Mayor’s Christmas Appeal which helps disadvantaged Widening of Old Palmerston Highway is expected to local families. Monetary donations can be made at complete early December. any Customer Service Centre or by direct debit.

Beantree Road and Gunnawarra Road works are now The Atherton Visitor Information Centre is accepting complete. The gravel resheet of Silver Valley Road is donations of new, unused or unwanted gifts or non- expected to complete by the end of November. perishable food items which will be given to help Slashing, pothole repairs gardening and tree pruning those less-fortunate within our community. is being undertaken throughout the region.

Support Tablelands business & industry

Buy locally this Christmas and go in the draw to win some great prizes as part of the Shop Tablelands Christmas raffle. Spend $10 or more at a local business, write your name, email and contact number on the back of the receipt and place in a collection point in front of Atherton IGA, Malanda SPAR or your local Post Office. Find out more by liking Shop Tablelands on Facebook.

Nominate a community star Nominations for 2018 Australia Day Awards are now open. Categories include citizen of the year, community event of the year, industry and innovation, sports and cultural awards. Nominations close 8 January 2018.

Council operations, with the exception of essential services, will close at 1.30pm on Friday 8 December.

Lost your dog or cat?

Check the impounded link on our website or drop into a Customer Service Centre to find out if Council has your pet. By law all dogs must be registered and both dogs and cats microchipped.

Please slow down near roadworks and drive safely.

Events

Abandoned vehicle auction

Local Markets, 7am to midday each weekend:

Fourteen apparently abandoned vehicles will be offered for sale by public auction at 30 Albrecht Street, Atherton from 10am on 13 December 2017 unless owners claim possession. Vehicle details are available at trc.qld.gov.au or by calling 1300 362 242.

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Tolga, 1st Sunday of the month

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Atherton, 2nd Saturday of the month

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Archer Creek, 2nd Saturday of the month

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Malanda, 3rd Saturday of the month

Recycle right

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Herberton, 3rd Sunday of the month

Contaminated recycled waste causes an entire truckload of materials to be sent to landfill instead of being recycled. Please only place glass bottles and jars, plastics (with recycling symbol), aluminium cans, newspapers, cardboard, paper, milk and juice cartons into yellow-lidded bins.

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Yungaburra, 4th Saturday of the month

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Tumoulin, 4th Sunday of the month

HAVE YOUR SAY

Next Council Meeting Dates 7 & 21 Dec, 9am Atherton Boardroom

F entryREE Galle to all ries

Tell us about your budget priorities and what services matter most to you You can review areas of discretionary spending, choose the priority areas where you want services maintained or improved and identify areas in which you are willing to see a decrease in services. tablelands-regional-council.budgetallocator.com PAGE 8 The Express, Wednesday, November 29, 2017

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2017 KP MANGO COMP! Mango farmer and MDFVGA president Joe Moro, Terry Montague from Lindsay Transport and The Express managing editor Carl Portella have come together to bring you this year’s KP Mango Competition.

Mango comp back for 2017 THE KP Mango Comp is back for another year and this time Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Grower’s Association and The Express newspaper have teamed up with Lindsay Transport and Lindsay Rural in their bid to find the Tablelands’ heaviest Kensington Pride mango.

“We think it’s a great competition,” Mr Moro, MDFVGA president, said.

“The thing to remember if you want to win this award is to make sure you get out and nurture your fa-

vourite tree.”

Mr Moro said enthusiastic local farmers were sure to have another crack at this year’s competition, which was won in 2016 by Dimbulah’s Shandell Hilditch and son Weston.

“Some of this year’s trees are a little bit light on, so the tree tends to overcompensate meaning you might see some pretty big, bad boys growing,” he said.

“My prediction is this year we’re going to see bigger fruit than last year.”

The Express managing

editor Carl Portella said it was fantastic the competition continued to be well supported.

“We are happy to have the team from Lindsay Australia on board this year as major sponsors of the competition,” he said.

“We are also happy to help the MDFVGA to promote their industry with a sense of healthy competition. We invite any farmer or backyard mango grower to join in the fun.”

All mangoes entered must be photographed on

electronic scales, clearly displaying its weight and viewed by a member of The Express team or Mr Moro.

Mangoes must not be tampered with in any way.

Entries close on January 31 with the winner to be announced at the end of the harvest season.

First place will win $500, second $300 and third $200. All mangoes will be retained by Mr Portella for verification and consumption.

Craig Crawford MP, Mayor Tom Gilmore and Bruce Williams (Director FGF) stopped off in Kuranda last Monday to admire the completion of the Kuranda Water Security Project. The project has brought increased water security for the community through a new 500kl concrete reservoir at Masons Road and demolition of the existing reservoir and construction of a new 500kl one at Warril Drive. The extra capacity will allow for new development in the region.

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Atherton Health Food Centre

Arabella Jewellers

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Bud ‘n’ Bloom Florist

Duffy’s Furniture Court

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2017 TABLELANDS TOY RUN SATURDAY NOV 25 PH: 4092 4277 154 Byrnes Street, Mareeba

ALL-ON-4 DENTAL IMPLANTS FOR SECURE DENTURES

An advanced technique using only 4 Implants to support a full arch of teeth.

The class of 1939 celebrate their annual milestone each year, the entire group is made up of locals who all turn 78 years of age in the same year.

PHOTO of the week

Tablelands and Surrounds Photography Group

NEW members choice winner of the Tablelands and Surrounds Photography Group this week is Linda Joseph – the theme was ‘Weather’.

The image was taken with a Canon EOS 80D camera with Canon 1018mm lens, settings at 1/60 sec, F9 at 10mm. The photograph is sunrise through some very thick fog taken along Godfrey Road, Kairi.

Keen photographers can join the Facebook group and enter their photos – Tablelands and Surrounding Photography Group.

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Development projects approved by TRC

Futurist Dr Colin Russo and Atherton Tablelands Chamber of Commerce president Christine Doan.

Introduction to futurism and NDIS

A fifty strong contingent of TRC businesses, local government leaders and leaders in the disability sector were treated to an introduction to futurism on November 16.

New and exciting information on the arrival of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) to the Tablelands was also presented in outline form.

The Atherton Tablelands Chamber of Commerce (ATCC) and STartup

and Innovation Tablelands (ST) collaborated with the National Disability Scheme (NDS) Queensland to put on a stimulating and informative evening at the Atherton Golf Club.

While feasting on the banquet put on by a team of golfers turned chefs, the assembled company were inspired and informed by three speakers and had ample time for Q and A. The NDIS general manager for Queensland,

Richard Nelson, gave a lively overview of the roll out of NDIS and what it will mean, not only to Tablelanders with disabilities and current disability providers, but also to the business community in general.

ATCC President and MC for the evening, Christine Doan said, “Mr Nelson was thrilled with the quantity and quality of questions that popped at him from all sides out of the highly engaged audience.”

Development An application by Watto’s Earthmoving and Machinery Hire Pty Ltd to reconfigure one lot into 13 lots at Filippo Close, Tolga is approved subject to conditions. A material change of use for a telecommunications facility at 54 Gold Coast Road, Ravenshoe

by NBN Co is approved subject to conditions.

Some conditions of an approved development permit for reconfiguring a lot into 46 lots at Lillypilly Lane, Yungaburra by HJW Scott Pty Ltd are approved following a request by the applicant.

A negotiated decision notice for reconfiguring a lot into four lots at Griffin Road, Tolga will be issued

Creek bridge replacement.

Planning for the construction and fit-out of a dedicated Disaster Coordination and Training Centre is underway due to a $2.75M grant provided through the Local Government Grants and Subsidies Program.

Delegation of Statutory Powers Under Section 257 of the Local Government Act 2009, Council delegates the exercise of powers under the Water Regulation 2016, the Land Act 1994, the Biosecurity Regulation 2016, and the Information Privacy Act 2009 to the Chief Executive Officer. The powers must be subject to any limitations contained in the Instrument of Delegation.

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Dr Colin Russo, a futurist by trade, was the main speaker.

The response to his talk was so positive that he will likely be invited back to the Tablelands to provide more in depth programs for us in 2018.

To check on the progress of planning for 2018 please email info@athertonchamber.com.au or jump on the ATCC Facebook page or the ST Facebook page.

CAROLS

to No.7 on Machans Pty Ltd. Regional Arts Development Fund The RADF program provided by Council is amended to allow the Coordinator Tourism, Culture and Events to approve quick response applications to a maximum of $1,000 and the CEO to approve applications above $1,000.

Capital Projects As at 30 September 2017, Council has committed 27% of the $30.9M capital budget. Completed major projects include Marnane and Frazer Road realignment, Robson Creek bridge replacement, Herbert River bridge replacement and Snake

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Crystal Caves celebrates 30 years in Atherton Since September 1987 The Crystal Caves attraction in the Tablelands’ town of Atherton has immersed visitors into its thrilling and fascinating underworld of minerology and semiprecious gems.

From the time it opened, The Crystal Caves impressed visitors with its lifelike attraction of manmade caves built by René Boissevain to house his illustrious and slightly idiosyncratic collection of the earth’s treasure.

The former mink farmer, tobacco grader and ‘croc’ shooter put all his entrepreneurial energy into creating the network of caves, tunnels, chambers and crawl spaces.

The Crystal Caves has evolved over the years and now houses more than 600 pieces in 300sq metres of limestone cave lookalike.

Now 80, René developed The Crystal Caves from a shopfront into one of the region’s most significant tourist attractions, visited by hundreds of

thousands of people a year.

Mr Boissevain said he is proud of what they have achieved and says The Crystal Caves sparkle is just as bright, if not brighter than it ever was.

Mr Boissevain’s daughter Ghislaine Gallo agreed the milestone is very satisfying, given the hard work and creativity all her family had put into getting the caves up and running, and then expanding to meet demand.

Ghislaine, who accompanied her dad on many expeditions with her sister, is now sales and marketing director for the caves.

Her father created a museum that combined the hard science of mineralogy with a fairy tale adventure land.

Venturing in with a headlamp, visitors explore an underground landscape that mimic the exhibits usual location.

“It is as natural a setting as possible for these priceless specimens from all over the globe.

“And it’s a museum where touching exhibits and taking photos is encouraged. Dad wants to share his enthusiasm for the stones and gems with the world,” Ms Gallo said.

Part of the museum’s 30-year story is Rene’s Indiana Jones-esque hunt for the biggest and brightest gemstones, crystals, minerals and fossils which has taken him round the world. He has pursued fossilised eggs in Madagascar, selenite crystals from the Caves of Swords in Mexico, an ancient Lapis Lazuli carving in China and a 3.5-metre-tall amethyst in Uruguay.

René began his museum career with rocks from Agate Creek in NQ which he took to his home country of Holland and built a collection he opened to the public. He returned to the Atherton Tablelands in 1977 and began dreaming of building a museum here.

In 1987 The Crystal Caves opened, and was successful in creating an air

of mystery and exploration that kept visitors riveted.

And René’s passion for the earth and its beauty and secrets is being passed on to younger generations.

As one visitor noted on TripAdvisor: “My children have now chosen what career they want.... and now insist we pull over to dig at every dry creek bed on our travels to find fossils and crystals.

We were all absolutely enchanted by the man made, very clever tunnel system and extensive collection of gems and fossils that were accompanied by brilliant information.”

René Boissevain’s life work is probably summed up in that review.

Crystal Caves is situated at Main Street, Atherton, with an additional retail boutique in Cairns showcaseing a curated selection of Crystal Caves’ jewellery, mineral specimens and natural gemstone carvings from around the world.

One of the lucky winners from last years cruise giveaway.

Christmas cheer is coming early with The Express The Express in conjunction with local businesses is excited to announce its annual Christmas giveaway is now open and it’s set to reward readers for shopping locally for yet another year.

Two lucky shoppers will walk away with a free cruise for two – all by shopping locally at participating shops in

Mareeba and Atherton.

With 37 local businesses taking part in the popular promotion now is the time to start shopping locally in the lead up to Christmas.

Each lucky winner will receive a three night cruise with P&O in 2018. The prize is for twin share accommodation on the popular comedy cruise which departs

from Cairns in August 2018.

The promotion is on now and will end at 12 noon on Thursday December 14, with all terms and conditions of the competition outlined in the classifieds section of this edition.

See page 15 of today’s edition for a full list of participating businesses.

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Carols to kick off Christmas in Mareeba THE festive season will be kicking off in Mareeba this Sunday with the much anticipated Carols by Candlelight, at the Mareeba Turf Club.

The free community event, organised by the Mareeba Rotary Club, is for everyone with organisers encouraging all families to come along and join in the spirit of Christmas.

The night promises to be a Christmas spectacular with everyone’s favourite Christmas carols and of course a special vista from Santa Claus.

Organisers and performers have been working tirelessly for the last few months to bring the Christmas spirit to Mareeba and mark the start of the festive season.

Several local commu-

entertainment Nearly 1000 people attended last year’s Carols by Candlelight at Mareeba Turf Club.

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nity groups and performers will provide the entertainment on the night, which will provide a great opportunity to showcase the full range of their talents and for the community to join in.

“It’s a time for the community to all come together and help us raise funds for the Mayor’s Christmas appeal,” said Stephen Gear from Mareeba Rotary.

Carols by Candlelight kicks off at 6.30pm, with food, drinks and candles on sale. Proceeds raised from candle sales will be donated to the Mareeba Shire Council Mayor’s Christmas Appeal.

Those attending are encouraged to bring along either a rug or a chair and their best signing voices for a night of carols.

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Lions Club Senior’s Movie Morning PRESENTS...

• Morgan Freeman • Michael Caine • Alan Larkin

The Mareeba International Club invites Members, Family and Friends to our

ANNUAL MEMBER’S DINNER on Saturday 16th December at 7pm Entrance for Members is FREE Price for Non Members: $35 Per Person Children 5 to 12 Years: $20

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DATE: Wednesday 13th December, 2017 - TIME: 10.30am LOCATION: Rising Sun Cinema, Mareeba RSL Club INCLUDES: The movie with roast lunch to follow. The first 80 seats are proudly sponsored by the Mareeba Lions and Lioness Clubs and The Express Newspaper.

NOTE: Must be over 65 to be eligible for the sponsored seats.

MENU: Roast pork and gravy with baked honey ham, roast potato and pumpkin, honey roasted carrots and served with a slice of fresh bread.

Reservations contact Tracey on 4092 1396 ADDITIONAL SEATS ARE AVAILABLE

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The MTAiQ is the first such facility in Australia to be focused on the automotive industry exclusively and was established in response to the enormous technological change sweeping through the industry. The iQ hub will bring together mentors, investors, coaches, commercial partners and industry experts to collaborate with both start-up businesses and entrepreneurs as well as established businesses looking to capitalise on the changing landscape of industry.

The iQ hub, located at MTA Queensland’s head office in Brisbane, offers a hi-tech home for fledgling businesses.

High-speed internet access, first-class presentation and hot desk office facilities, as well as state-of-the-art audio visual equipment is all available to hub clients.

Additionally, clients will have access to experts in the fields of ICT, business innovation, finance management, marketing and communications, and Australian law.

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According to Dr Brett Dale, the Group Chief Executive, the MTAiQ innovation hub will help establish Queensland as a centre of automotive innovation and create opportunities and growth that will have a positive effect on the industry and the wider community.

“The technology coming to our industry - such as driverless vehicles, new electric vehicles and the way those vehicles are charged and the application

of virtual and augmented reality in business processes means that in a few years’ time, not too many businesses will look as they do today,” he said during the MTAiQ launch presentation last week.

“By 2020 we will see significant changes to our industry and by 2022 the major impact to business will be here. And that is no time at all. More than ever, we need to collaborate to innovate and I believe this facility is totally relevant to where we need to be in the 21st century.

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Queensland motorists the most taxed in the country The State’s peak motoring body has called on all political parties to commit to a freeze in vehicle registration fees and to eliminate stamp duty, a move that would save Queensland motorists almost $250 million per year.

RACQ spokesperson Paul Turner said the Club’s data revealed Queensland was the most expensive State in the nation to own and operate a motor vehicle. “Queensland drivers spend more than $200 per week on transport costs

making it the third largest household expense behind housing and food,” Mr Turner said. “Affordability of motoring is absolutely vital to Queenslanders, particularly for those living in rural or regional areas with little access to reliable public transport alternatives.”

Mr Turner said RACQ wanted to see the elimination of stamp duty on new cars in Queensland, to save motorists around $170 million per year. “Unlike some other motoring taxes there’s no logical basis to

support the application of stamp duty on vehicles,” he said. “There’s no discernible link between the collection of stamp duty on vehicles and investment in road transport infrastructure or services. Scrapping stamp duty would increase vehicle turnover around the State leading to a fleet of more fuel-efficient and safer vehicles.” Mr Turner said RACQ also called for a three-year freeze on vehicle registration fees from July 2018. “In the three years following the

2011 registration freeze, motorists saved on average $32.95 per year,” he said. “However, in the three years following the

freeze, rego has jumped by more than double the rate of CPI.” Mr Turner also warned against cuts to Compulsory Third Party

(CTP) insurance premiums.

“CTP is highly regulated and Queensland is the only State where CTP costs are lower than registration. If

there are cuts to the scheme it could fail, and then drivers will be left to foot the bill.”

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The LAND Walkamin hosts Future Agro Challenge

David Davies, AgUnity, has taken out the national leg of the 2017 Australian Future Agro Challenge held in Walkamin on the Atherton Tablelands over the weekend, and will now contest the international competition in Turkey in 2018.

The event kicked off on Friday night with a networking event on the premises of award winning local innovators, Natural Evolution and concluded on Saturday with a pitch competition and guest speakers at the beautiful Mt Uncle Distillery.

AgUnity won with their idea to help increase incomes for the smallest farmers in developing countries via the use of blockchain technology.

Mr Davies described the win as a “great opportunity to share the AgUnity innovation with the rest of the world”.

“At AgUnity we have found an amazing new way to enable millions of developing world farmers to lift themselves out of poverty.

Our technology streamlines co-operative operations by putting a simple distributed cryptoledger mobile app into the hand of every small farmer” Mr Davies said.

The AgUnity mobile app, is called “AgriLedger”, and the company will work with NGO’s who fund them, to give farmers smartphones with AgriLedger pre-installed, all free for farmers.

Together with the NGO’s they will address

inefficiencies and AgriLedger will become an indispensable part of the farmers daily lives.

AgUnity will transform rural communities all over the world, and in doing so it becomes the exclusive platform for directing billions of dollars of new economicgrowth in positive ways. FAC judge, Cameron Johns from Impact Innovation, said the competition drew a high calibre of entrants from all over Australia.

“It’s amazing to see the passion and diversity in ideas that came through in the competition,” Mr Johns said. Special guest speaker and judge, Mr Sam Trethewey from SproutX travelled from Melbourne to be a major drawcard for the event. SproutX is the home

FAC finalists Peter Cummins (Atherton, The Farm Process), Gaurav Tyagi (Cairns, Pynco Agriculture), Anastasia Volkova (Sydney, Flurostat), Damian Zammit (Cairns, Watersave), David Davies (Brisbane, AgUnity), Helen Fielder (Koah, Clohesy Organics).

of Australian agtech and they seek to identify, fund and accelerate agtech’s leading startups.

Organising team member, Jessica Fealy, from Startup Tablelands was thrilled with the success of

the Future Agro Challenge.

“It is terrific to be able to showcase the amazing people we have here on the Tablelands who are already doing top things in the agtech space, along with bringing high quality com-

petitors tothe region to provide inspiration and knowledge about what the future may hold for the agricultural industry” she said.

“The next Steve Jobs of the world will be a farmer, and I hope that person is

from the Tablelands!”

FAC is a worldwide competition recognising innovative, commercially viable food and agribusiness start-ups that address regional, national and global challenges.

Farmer meets foodie app launched at National Ag Day

An innovative mobile phone app, created by North Queensland farmer, Erica Hughes, is set to revolutionise the paddock-to-plate experience for producers, commercial foodies and consumers.

Farmer Meets Foodie works in a similar fashion to dating apps, connecting producers with restaraunts, cafes and commercial food outlets. The app is in final stages of testing and is a natural progression of the

online movement, which was started to bridge the gap between primary producers and local consumers.

“The motivation for Farmer Meets Foodie was simple: getting local produce on the plate, reducing

food miles and having the story behind how food was grown known to those who are eating it,” Ms Hughes said.

“There is currently a huge interest in the paddock-to-plate concept,

SUGAR REPORTS MOSSMAN MILL CRUSHING STATISTICS WEEK 24 Mossman Mill tipped the last bin for the 2017 season at 6:04pm on Sunday 12 November with the total crushed for the 2017 season at 875,962 tonnes and 13.24 average CCS. • Total for week: N/A tonnes • CCS for week: N/A • Total cane crushed to date: 875,962 tonnes • CCS average to date: 13.24 • 2017 crop estimate: 882,000 tonnes

TABLELAND MILL CRUSHING STATISTICS WEEK 25 To date the mill has crushed 650,045 tonnes with a season to date CCS of 14.01.

• Total for week: 24,804 tonnes • CCS for week: 12.84 • Total cane crushed to date: 650,045 tonnes • CCS average to date: 14.01 • 2017 crop estimate: 730,000 tonnes

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however, from a commercial foodies’ point of view, this is not always easy to achieve.”

“Farmers and chefs are both time poor and very busy making amazing food, so this app will be a very ef-

ficient way for them to connect directly.”

A grant of $100,000 from the State Government’s Ignite Ideas Fund, has pushed development forward, with the primary focus on North Queensland

farmer and producers.

“Our aim is to complete the next stage of testing and amendments within the next few months, and have the product ready for market not long after that,” Ms Hughes said.

MAREEBA LIVEWEIGHT CATTLE

MARKET REPORT PRIME QUOTES LOCAL TRADE STEERS LOCAL TRADE HEIFERS LOCAL TRADE COWS OX SUITABLE FOR SLAUGHTER COWS SUITABLE FOR SLAUGHTER BULLS SUITABLE FOR SLAUGHTER

HIGHEST 267.2 239.2 222.2 231.0 239.0 220.0

STORE QUOTES STORE STEERS STORE HEIFERS COWS & CALVES UNIT YOUNGER STORE BULLS

HIGHEST 348.0 270.2 $850 290.2

LOWEST 258.2 222.2 217.0 187.0 160.0 170.0

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

Winner 2010 HIA Energy Efficient Design award

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This exceptional, designer home also offers a premium location, at the end of a quiet cul de sac, overlooking parkland and set amongst beautifully landscaped gardens.

Custom built by Shane Smith and designed with energy efficient lighting and cross flow ventilation to reduce cooling costs it was the winner of the 2010 Housing Industry Australia Energy efficient Design Award.

Extensive list of features include: • 282m2 under roof with stunning raked ceilings and polished timber floors • Four generous bed-

rooms with built-in robes • Master suite with split system air-conditioning, ensuite, walk-inrobe and views over the parkland • Both main bathroom and ensuite fully tiled to the ceiling • Stylish central kitchen with granite bench tops, breakfast bar, 900mm stainless steel freestanding oven, gas cooktop and dishwasher • Large open plan living area with built-in timber bookcase • Separate A/C and wool carpeted media room • Computer nook • Substantial rear deck overlooking parkland with third toilet

• Security screens and blinds throughout • Solar hot water • Slim line water tank and 3m x 7m garden shed • Double garage with built-in storage • 1100m2 beautifully landscaped and fenced allotment with only one direct neighbor and automatic irrigation to the front gardens • Only five minutes to Mareeba CBD Offering multiple light Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

and airy living zones inside and out, this private, entertainers style home is a must to inspect for those desiring a suitably decadent, relaxing lifestyle in an idyllic location.

Open for inspection this Saturday from 10am to 12noon.

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

31 Jacana Cl, MAREEBA $495,000 EXCLUSIVE to Joe Torrisi Joe Torrisi Real Estate 0417 700 468

Hidden in the cul-de-sac THREE bedroom home plus office/bedroom/ man cave-off patio, polished timber floors throughout, newly renovated kitchen, air-con to the lounge/dining/kitchen and main bedroom, built-ins throughout, timber blinds, fans, two toilets, tandem carport, garden shed and large entertaining patio.

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Fully fenced yard and outside pets on application. For rent at $365.00 per week.

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

MAREEBA FOR RENT $365 P/W Mareeba Property Management 4092 2111

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PROPERTY There's nothing else like it

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Custom designed with a relaxed lifestyle in mind this well thought out home makes the most of its rural surroundings and offers a the best of country living while still being close to town. There really is nothing else like it.

The 20m x 15m overall shed size has approximately 140m2 of living space over the two levels which consists of two bedrooms, one bathroom, two toilets

and an open plan living area with tasteful timber finishes.

The large family dining and kitchen area is centrally located and really is a main focal point!

Its crisp white colour, stainless steel appliances, ample bench space, massive island bench and stunning feature lights, this stylish kitchen is a functional and practical space everyone will enjoy.

And it doesn't stop

there, this massive shed has copious amounts of storage space with 5m high roller doors ensure you'll fit everything in and is 6.7m at the apex.

The walls and ceilings all insulated and the house is double insulated keeping you cool in those summer months without having to rack up the never ending electricity bill.

Features...

• Two bedroom, one bathroom, two toilets • Approximately 140 m2 of living space over two levels • Open plan living area with tasteful timber finishes • 20m x 15m overall shed size • Massive amounts of shed space • 5m high roller doors ensure you'll fit everything in • 6.7m at the apex • Walls and ceilings all insulated • House is double insulated • Massive 375,000L rainwater storage, plus bore, plus dam

• Set on a fully fenced 6.3 acres The outdoor entertaining area is well catered for and is perfect for casual entertaining or just a beautiful spot to sit, relax and enjoy a cuppa with a view. Set on a fully fenced 6.3 acres with a massive 375,000L rainwater storage, plus bore, plus dam you won't be short on water.

Externally finished

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with Colorbond detail, this home is perfectly suited to its surroundings and is the perfect place to raise a family.

Don't miss out on this one. For more information or to arrange an inspection please contact the exclusive agent Remo Esposito at Central Realty Mareeba. Phone 0401 969 473 or 4092 2232.

MAREEBA $450,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Remo Esposito Central Realty Mareeba 0401 969 473

Your farming future begins here

MODERN ENTERTAINER

• 4 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS, ONLY 3 YEARS OLD • FULLY AIRCOND & TILED + SPACIOUS FLOOR PLAN • STYLISH KITCHEN + HUGE TILED REAR PATIO • 968M2 FENCED & LANDSCAPED ALLOTMENT

PRICE $399,000 NEG SOPHIE BOZZO 0428 128 154

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LOCATED in a good location with many growing advantages is this 42.9 ha (106 acres) property.

With good flat fertile soil and a warm climate most of the year round and suitable for a wide range of crops, orchard plantings or grazing.

The property has a

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83ml water allocation, 120hp diesel and 40 hp electric pumps on dam with 150mm underground mainline and approximately 16.19 ha (40 acres) of solid set irrigation.

There is also a 27 x 10m2 shed, including lockup storage space, machinery shed, other

storage sheds, five bed- For more information 4092 1556, Mark on room rendered concrete contact Mareeba Real 0428 121 520 or Lyn on block house and two Estate Agencies on 0427 153 868. bedroom timber fibro house. A 105hp ford tractor with forklift, 88 Address: MUTCHILBA hp fiat tractor part of a Price: $1,130,000 NEG machinery inventory, Agent: Mareeba Real property is all fenced Estate Agencies and divided into two baContact: 0428 121 520 or 0427 153 868 sic paddocks with walsh river frontage.

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PROPERTY start with me to invest or own Mareeba Property Management

Your local rental specialists AFFORDABLE AND CLOSE TO TOWN 2 bedroom unfurnished unit, fans throughout, fully screened throughout, single carport and strictly no pets. $270 PER WEEK

Situated on a fenced 964m2 lot in an established area of Anzac Avenue, this rock solid four bedroom, two bathroom home has it all.

This property offers the chance to snap up a superb investment opportunity or for you to own your own home.

Accommodating the kitchen, dining and lounge is a large open plan area which is ideal for entertaining and there is plenty of room for those family gatherings. The kitchen has ample bench

and storage space and is a functional design.

Boasting four large bedrooms and two bathrooms (one of which is newly renovated and includes vanity, separate shower and tub), there is no shortage of space to accommodate family living. The laundry accommodates a washing machine, double sink and free standing linen storage.

The second bathroom is accessed from here.

Side access is available to the back yard and

the solid block shed with single roller door access; perfect for additional vehicle parking or additional storage. As well, there is a chook pen for those who enjoy home grown eggs!

Property features include: • Air-conditioning in main bedroom and living area • Open plan kitchen, dining and living area • Newly renovated main bath with vanity, separate shower and tub • Security screens

and doors throughout • Vinyl flooring for easy maintenance • Three TV aerial outlets • Double garage • Generator socket in meter box • Side access to the back yard Grab your chance Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

to inspect this property now. Once you see it you'll want to own it.

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

For further information or to arrange an inspection, please contact exclusive agent John Falvo Mareeba Property Office on 0408 456 344.

MAREEBA $339,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to John Falvo Mareeba Property Office 0408 456 344

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This magnificent property, is fully established and has everything you could possibly desire and more. Situated a short distance from the CBD. Set on five acres on the Cairns side of Mareeba this property has been well planned and designed.

Idyllic setting with expansive lawns and established lushish gardens and mature shade trees make this a relax welcoming rural setting Features include: • Four double bedrooms – Elfa shelving

system • Master bedroom with ensuite • Main bathroom with bath, separate toilet • Fully tiled throughout • Large natural light filled lounge area • Air Conditioning to lounge and all bedrooms • Large kitchen with breakfast bar, loads of storage and workbenches and view of the pool and mountain back drop.

• Open plan kitchen, family/dining opening out onto the patio area • Fully tiled patio area enclosed with pool fenc-

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ing • Salt Water pool • Large laundry with utility area, extra storage for second fridge.

• Established lawns and gardens, fully irrigated.

• Tiled Double carport.

• Separate entrance to shed • Fenced bottom paddock with stable • Bottom paddock currently set up with fruit trees.

• Channel Water Shed - 18m x 9m approx. with Cement floor, enclosed bay for secure

storage and mezzanine level.

Set amongst acreage properties with an open vista of mountain ranges, this property is truly unique and has many more features that can only be appreciated by inspecting.

Your dream lifestyle

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property close to Mareeba CBD can be a reality.

To arrange an inspection of this property please phone exclusive marketing agent Aurelia Rogato on 0418 183 555. Visit www.4880. com.au/ 1P2209 for more photos.

MAREEBA $590,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Aurelia Rogato Rogato Real Estate 0418 183 555

AUCTION

ON SITE: 55 Vaughan Street, Mareeba Saturday, 16th December 2017 @ 11am • Fully fenced 708m2, 3 bed, 1 bath plus office • Combined kitchen and dining, 2 living areas • T&G walls and ceilings, single lock up garage • Split level, timber floors, concrete stumps

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PROPERTY

Desirable Walkamin Sale MUTCHILBA CASH STORE / POST OFFICE A great opportunity to acquire a long established profitable business and freehold residence in Mutchilba. Freehold/Business consists of: • Licensed Post Office • Cafe: Offering tasty easy to prepare menu for takeaway or dine in with complete kitchen • Shop: Offering corner store convenience • Fuel: Offering both diesel and unleaded fuel • Spacious, comfortable 3 bedroom + office on 607m2 Price Exclusive Agent $465,000 Neg Norma Moloney 0417 541 126 raywhiteruralmareeba.com.au/qld/mareeba

Positioned in sought after Walkamin this comfortable and affordable family home on 809m2 is walking distance from the local school and shop.

Comprising of three bedrooms, separate dinning, lounge room , front

sitting room and spacious kitchen.

You'll find security screens throughout with Crimsafe on all the doors. Enclosed patio sits at the rear of the property and when the roller door is lifted it allows the breezes to flow

on 0417 541 126 to tion of this desirable through the house.

For the 'boys' of the arrange an inspec- Walkamin home. house there is a lock up workshop/shed with Address: WALKAMIN three-phase power.

Price: $339,000 NEG Agent: Norma Moloney Priced at $339,000 Ray White Mareeba negotiable, contact Norma Moloney at Contact: 0417 541 126 Ray White Mareeba

Two storey Tolga gem Sale TROPICAL LIFESTYLE 24/7 4

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Sensational residence offering resort style living and an individual design boasting seamless transitions inside and out.

• Separate media room + office • Beautiful modern kichen • Solar panels grid connected • Private outdoor entertainment with inground pool Price $449,000 Neg

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OPPORTUNITY KNOCKING! • $449,000 NEG

2 storey red brick, built in the days of master tradies. 282m2 of renovator’s delight with amazing brick arches, a stunning timber staircase and a flexible layout. 3 bedrooms, bathroom, study and lounge upstairs and another bedroom, bathroom and study downstairs with open plan living that flows onto a full length tiled verandah. The home could have more bedrooms with renovation, it could be ideal for a large family. Huge shed, bore, small orchard all on 1.038Ha just a few minutes from Tolga.

Definitely worth an inspection!

OPEN FOR INSPECTION SATURDAY 2ND DECEMBER 1PM – 2PM 12-14 MCPHERSON CLOSE, TOLGA

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The home, a two-storey red brick built in the days of master tradesmen, requires renovation and would suit a tradie or home handy man with a DIY passion and the timber stair case – is a joy to behold.

The house set in the midst of a small orchard on 1.038HA on a near level block is located towards the end of a very quiet, private close. It’s just a few minutes from Tolga Village.

As well as numerous fruit trees, there is a large number of mature exotics, gums and palm trees that provide street privacy.

The two-storey floor plan provides 282m2 of living space and has four designated bedrooms with a bathroom

and study on both levels.

The down stairs open plan living flows out to a tiled verandah with an enclosed tiled double length garage, this space could be incorporated into the house for another living area.

Timber kitchen cabinetry can be renovated and the timber floor boards upstairs will look stunning once again.

The design could suit a large family or a family with an elderly relative in their care.

The shed is an impressive size with concrete floor and a lock up area. There’s extra storage space attached to the rear of the shed.

The water supply is a bore and power and telephone are connected.

If you are looking for

a very private and quiet address and don’t mind renovating this could be your ideal home.

Priced at $449,000 negotiable, it’s open for inspection this Saturday from 1pm to 2pm.

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Contact:

Inspect this Saturday or for more information and to organisation a private inspection please contact Karen Ranie at Area Real Estate today on 0458 408 540.

12-14 McPherson Cl, TOLGA $449,000 NEG Karen Ranie Area Real Estate 0458 408 540

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ON IT AG ’S AI N!

KP MANGO COMPETITION WE’RE LOOKING FOR THE HEAVIEST KP MANGO (KENSINGTON PRIDE)

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COMPETITION OUTLINE:  The mango must be Kensington Pride variety only  Mango must be photographed on electronic scales clearly showing the weight  The Mango must be viewed by a member of The Express Newspaper team or Joe Moro from MDFVGA  The mango must not be tampered with in any way  The competition is open to all farmers and budding farmers in the region  Prizes: 1st place $500 - 2nd place $300 - 3rd place $200  The competition will close on Wednesday January 31st, 2018  Winner will be announced at the end of the harvest season  The heaviest mango will be declared the winner  All mangoes will be retained by the Editor of The Express for verification and consumption

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LAST YEAR’S WINNERS!

Last year’s KP Mango Competition winners Shandell Hilditch, her son Weston, 2, and Irene Westwood with Total Food Network managing director Luigi Garozzo.

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INDEX

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Curtains, Blinds & Fabrics

Air Conditioning

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Earthmoving Electrical Embroidery Entertainment

Blinds

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Childcare

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Pest Management Plumbing Pool Maintenance

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Quarry

Transport Travel Tree Lopping

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Graphic Design

AIR CONDITIONING

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Sandblasting/

EARTHMOVING

BLINDS

BLINDS

Truck/ Crane hire

Painting Security Snake Removal

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Venue Hire

ENTERTAINMENT

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FLOOR COVERINGS

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TECO DEALER FOR AIRCONDITIONERS, FRIDGES AND FREEZERS Mobile: 0428 038 055 Email: drewcollins@bigpond.com

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FUEL

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96 James Street,Curtains Mareeba Competitive & Furnishings

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24 hour Fuel Service to approved customers (Mareeba only) Daniel Battistin

Residential • Commercial • Phones/Data Repairs/Maintenance • Airconditioners

Mobile 0448 856 187

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

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GRAPHIC DESIGN

25 Yarrabee Close, Mareeba Qld. 4880

Licence No: 71735 - ACA: F0514381 - LO: 56130

Phone: 0429 869 023

For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619

96 James Street, Mareeba

For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619

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CURTAINS & BLINDS

Cairns Haberdashery, Fabrics & Textiles 67 Byrnes Street, Mareeba (Next to the Shell Servo)

For your sewing and hobby needs!

Phone 0429 967 687

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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

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IrrIgatIon DesIgn & supply

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

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• Laptops, Tablets, and Towers • Custom Systems • Phone and Tablet Repairs and Accessories • Networking Solutions PH: (07) 4092 7038 www.burratronics.com.au BURRATRONICS

POOL MAINTENANCE & POOL SHOP 71 BYRNES STREET, MAREEBA

The Express Directory has an affordable option to suit every business.

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

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your local business guide Certain work defined as “building work” in the QBCC legislation may only be undertaken by licensed contractors, or if undertaken by unlicensed contractors, only to the value of $3,300.

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

To check whether a contractor holds a QBCC licence visit: www.qbcc.qld.gov.au or call the QBCC on 1300 272 272.

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TABLELANDS TREELOPPING

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

Locally Owned and Operated ALL TYPES OF FREIGHT DELIVERY LARGE AND SMALL: 4 TIMES DAILY! CAIRNS, MAREEBA, TABLELANDS AND SURROUNDS

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TELEPHONE: 4092 7680

VENUE HIRE

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MAREEBA TURF CLUB Spacious open venue, beautiful gardens and all facilities – the perfect setting for all occasions!

Race Day Parties, Weddings, Birthdays, Engagements, Business Functions, Christenings, Christmas Parties & more!

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Church Notices

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Position Vacant

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

SUNDAY, 3RD DECEMBER 2017: THE STABLE #1: THE INNKEEPER (Luke 10 : 34-35) “(Mary) brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling clothes, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.” (Luke 2 : 7)

DID YOU KNOW...

If Jesus said John 17-25 the world has not known thee and John says in 1st John 4-12 no man has see God at anytime. And Jesus describes God in the Secret Book of John as Illimitable, Unfathomable, Immeasurable, Unobservable, Eternal, Unutterable, who was Moses talking too? Maybe John 8-44 is the answer.

FOR INFO 4092 7761

In Memoriam IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Sydney Beck 26/10/1938 ~ 4/12/2013

IN OUR HEARTS EVERY DAY. Dearly loved forever and sadly missed by your devoted wife and family.

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Sandr a Cadorin 8/3/1976 – 30/11/2013

Forever loved & never forgotten.

EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER OR WORKING TOWARDS CANDIDATES

Mareeba Kids Campus is looking for a bright, energetic and enthusiastic Qualified Early Childhood Teacher or a Working Towards Teacher to join our team at our new dedicated Kindy Campus for a full-time position.

The position requires a candidate that will:  Enjoy working in a team environment, and be inspired to contribute towards our work environment  Ensure that a developmentally and educationally appropriate program is planned and implemented for each child  Assess the needs of each child, monitor their progress and ensure school readiness  Work in a team environment with your Assistant and other teacher  Maintain effective communication with parents of each child and the centre Director Applicants can have either of the following criteria and are welcome to apply:  Hold a current Bachelor of Early Childhood qualification as approved on the ACECQA approved early childhood teaching qualifications list  Are 50% or more of the way through study, and actively studying towards an approved early childhood teaching qualification  Less than 50% of your way through and working towards, enrolled and actively studying towards an approved early childhood teaching qualification and already hold an approved Diploma Qualification in Early Childhood All applicants should also have, or be able to obtain:  First Aid, Anaphylaxis & Asthma Certificates  Suitability Card  Certified supervisor certificate  Academic transcript for evidence of your study progress Position Details:  Commencing January 2018 or as soon as possible  Attractive remuneration available for the right candidate If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply.

Please email resume to Jeanette Sturiale (General Manager) at: gm@mareebakidscampus.com.au or Phone 0437 539 559 for more information Applications close 22 December, 2017.

MAREEBA TYRE TECHNICIAN Miss you always, Eric, Dante and Ayva.

Thank You

Tyrepower Mareeba requires a Tyre Technician with experience.

This is a 3 month casual trial with potential of being full time for the right applicant.

Drop in or email resume to: mareeba@typrepower.com.au

HOTEL COOK REQUIRED Friday, Saturday and Sunday, approx. 30 hours, experience essential.

SINCEREST THANK YOU As a victim of assault on the Kennedy Highway, just south of Mareeba on July 28, I would like to thank the Emergency Service workers who dropped whatever they were doing, came to my aid and saved my life. My mobility has been restored and I have returned to work and am again enjoying all the physical activities I love. You have given me my life back.

Without your dedication and professionalism, my story could have been very different.

Thank you most sincerely, Beatrice Bultreys. do you have something to sell? Classified advertising works and there is a classification for everything!. Phone us, today on 4092 3464 or call into the office at 186 Byrnes Street, Mareeba.

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Mango Pickers and Packers for the Harvest

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Tender

T-MSC2017-25 SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF TYPE 4.3 ROAD BASE HERBERTON/PETFORD ROAD GRAVEL RE-SHEET Mareeba Shire Council hereby invites tenders for the supply and delivery of Type 4.3 Road Base.

Obtaining Documentation: Tender documents are lodged on Council’s online e-procurement system for release Friday 24 November 2017, 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.

Enquiries: Tender enquiries, questions or clarifications should be directed via the online forum. Mareeba Shire Council officers are unable to respond to verbal enquiries in relation to the tender. The forum will close 3 days prior to the tender closing time and date. Please ensure that all questions, information requests and clarifications are posted prior to this time.

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 Tuesday 19 December 2017. Submissions must be fully received by this time. Late, verbal or emailed tenders will not be accepted.

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.

Tender will not be opened publicly. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

Peter Franks Chief Executive Officer PO Box 154, MAREEBA, QLD. 4880

T-MSC2017-24 SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF TYPE 4.3 ROAD BASE BURKE DEVELOPMENTAL ROAD GRAVEL RE-SHEET Mareeba Shire Council hereby invites tenders for the supply and delivery of Type 4.3 Road Base.

Obtaining Documentation: Tender documents are lodged on Council’s online e-procurement system for release Friday 24 November 2017, 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.

Enquiries: Tender enquiries, questions or clarifications should be directed via the online forum. Mareeba Shire Council officers are unable to respond to verbal enquiries in relation to the tender. The forum will close 3 days prior to the tender closing time and date. Please ensure that all questions, information requests and clarifications are posted prior to this time.

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 Tuesday 19 December 2017. Submissions must be fully received by this time. Late, verbal or emailed tenders will not be accepted.

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.

Tender will not be opened publicly. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

Peter Franks Chief Executive Officer PO Box 154, MAREEBA, QLD. 4880

Advertising works.

Phone Natasha Burton on 4092 3464 today.

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Anniversary

25th Wedding Anniversary Raymond & Rosanna Hetherington Married 21st November, 1992

25 Years Of Happy Memories

We wish that love, laughter, joy, contentment too, will be yours to share throughout the years ahead.

Love from your Family & Friends.

Public Notice Mareeba Meals on Wheels

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Tuesday, 5th December 2017 at 6.30pm Mareeba RSL Club RSVP by 30th November 2017 for catering numbers.

All members and guests welcome.

Planning Act 2016 MAREEBA SHIRE COUNCIL ADOPTION OF AMENDED PLANNING SCHEME POLICY 4 Notice is given under the Planning Act 2016 and the Minister’s Guidelines and Rules, that on 15 November 2017, Mareeba Shire Council resolved to adopt amendments to Planning Scheme Policy 4 of the Mareeba Shire Council Planning Scheme 2016.

Planning Scheme Policy 4 is the FNQROC Regional Development Manual.

The purpose of the amendments (referred to as Issue 7) are to ensure that the Regional Development Manual continues to be functional and up to date and to provide a consistent set of standards.

The Regional Development Manual will be of interest to all consultants and contractors who carry out engineering works within, or for, the Mareeba Shire Council local government area.

The amended Planning Scheme Policy 4 - FNQROC Regional Development Manual (Issue 7) will have effect on and from 1 December 2017.

A copy of the amendments are available for inspection and purchase at the Mareeba Shire Council Mareeba Office, 65 Rankin Street, Mareeba or at http://www.fnqroc.qld.gov.au/regional-programs/ regional-development-manual/version-7-2017.

Peter Franks Chief Executive Officer, Mareeba Shire Council

Atherton Tablelands Mineral & Lapidary Club PO Box 679, Tolga 4882

50 YEARS! - FEBRUARY 2018 Past members contact the Club or Colin Newman on (07) 4091 6009 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.

Mareeba CWA is holding a

CRAFT & BRIC-A-BRAC MARKET

Experience Preferred

For hotel in Atherton, suit semi-retired couple (no children), free rent & retainer.

fax us: 4092 6346

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and are looking for other stall holders who would like to join us!

Cost: $5 Per Stall 16th December at 7am CWA Hall, Wilks St, Mareeba PH: Sue 0478 609 023 or Daphne 0427 533 383

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CLASSIfieds Public Notice

CHRISTMAS CRUISE GIVEAWAY - Terms and Conditions -

The Express Christmas Cruise Giveaway will commence on Monday 27th November, 2017, and ends at 12noon on Thursday 14th December, 2017.

The competition is open to all shoppers who purchase products and services from participating outlets.

Shoppers are asked to provide their name, address and phone number on the entry forms provided. Only official entry forms provided by the The Express will be accepted as entries.

By entering the competition you are agreeing to allow The Express to publish your name and use any photos which will be taken upon notification of being a winner. The official draw will take place at The Express office at 186 Byrnes Street on Friday 15th December, 2017.

The two winners will each receive 1 x Twin Share, 3 Night Comedy Cruise departing Cairns on 24th August, 2018.

Subject to P&O Cruise’s terms and conditions.

The Cruise is not redeemable for cash and is not transferable. Cruise date is final and cannot be changed. Winners will need a valid passport to travel.

Winners will be notified by phone and published in The Express on Wednesday 20th December, 2017.

Judge’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

Further details can be obtained by calling The Express office on 4092 3464 during office hours.

NOTICE OF AIRBORNE GEOPHYSICAL SURVEY IN THE MAREEBA SHIRE REGION

Newcrest Mining Limited wishes to advise that it will be undertaking an airborne geophysical survey at the company’s Bulimba Project located approximately 50km northwest of Chillagoe, 130km west of Mareeba and 150km north of Georgetown, in northeast Queensland. Subject to weather, the survey will take up to 3 weeks to complete, commencing from Friday 1 December, 2017.

The survey will be flown using a Cessna 210 aircraft with fixed stinger attachment. The aircraft will traverse the survey area along 100 meter spaced survey lines, and the plane will be flying at an elevation of approximately 60 meters above ground level.

The survey will be carried out only during daylight hours, and operations for this survey will be based out of Wrotham Park airfield and Chillagoe airfield.

Any enquiries should be directed to Mr Ben Ackerman, Supervising Geologist, Newcrest Mining Limited on (03) 9522 5281 or 0429 386 925

Cleaning

For Sale

SUPERCLEAN

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

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Commercial Cleaners Pty Ltd Outside 3 Bedroom House Washed $95 Paths Done at 1/2 Price

SOLAR PANELS WASHED BY HAND! FuLL GARDEN SERvicE RuBBiSH REMOvAL PESt cONtROL

• Great Pensioners Discounts • We also accept vouchers • Will Match Any Other Written Quote • Qld Govt Preferred

“One FRee call dOes it all” Phone George Freecall 1800 063 024 Mobile 0417 610 679

For Sale 2002 TOYOTA HIACE

308,968 klms, diesel.

Contact Alita Jennings on 4092 9703

Fisher & Paykel 6 draw upright freezer. Ph 4092 2756.

Jeweller Brett Thompson Jeweller.

Watch batteries and jewellery repairs now in Cairns.

Ph 0437 800 892.

Brick/ Block Laying GREGOR J. MARSTERSON

Bricklaying, Blocklaying, Concreting Light ABN 84 747 699 182 BSA 59269

Mareeba Local Ambulance Committee

Bulimba Project 1:750,000 scale map. Map Grid: GDA94

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4092 5697

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of this Committee will be held at the Mareeba Ambulance Station, 2 Lloyd Street, Mareeba on Thursday 30th November 2017, commencing at 5pm Local Ambulance Committees act as a voice for their community, providing valuable feedback on ambulance service delivery.

Any members of the public interested in becoming a committee member are welcome to attend.

For further information contact the President on 4092 2969

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SUPPORTERS OF 65 ROSES FOR CYSTIC FIBROSIS INC.

GARAGE SALE

31 VAUGHAN STREET, MAREEBA Saturday 2nd December: 8am - 5pm Sunday 3rd December: 8am - 12pm PLANTS, CLOTHES, FURNITURE, BOOKS, BRIC-A-BRAC Helping families with Cystic Fibrosis.

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EXPRESS sPORT

Weekend cricket match wrap MAREEBA’S under 12’s played Atherton (4) at the weekend, with Atherton making 3 for 168 at Morrow Park.

Mareeba batted first and were all out for 143 with some good bating from Jake Bombardieri who made 41 and Jace Cureton with 40.

Atherton then went in to bat overtaking the score with a couple of overs to spare, the 45 extras hurting Mareeba.

Kobe Johnson top scored for Mareeba with 28 and best bowling went to Mac Cureton, 1 for 11 and Damon Leeds with 1 for 21.

The under 14’s played Innisfail at Innisfail in a two-day match with Mareeba making 9 for 131 on their first innings and Innisfail making 3 for 144.

Best batters for Mareeba were Angus Campman 52 not out and Jole Muccignat 20 not out, while best bowlers went to Ryan Johnson, Jole Muccignat and Jamie Curcio with one wicket a piece.

The third grade side played Mulgrave Piccone at Fuller Park. Mareeba got totally out muscled with a strong batting performance from the Mulgrave side making 6 for 221, Best bowlers on the day for Mareeba were Rowan Foxwell with 2 for 25 and Jamie Carroll with 1 for 6.

Mareeba went out to bat looking pretty good at 3 for 84 and then collapsed.

Mareeba were dismissed for 97, with best batters went to Jamie Carroll with a solid 30 and Nick Turner with 29.

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Atherton’s Darcy Gatacre in the under 12’s match on Saturday. PHOTO Lea Coghlan Photographer.

The joy of swimming without chlorine

Summer 6-a-side Football & A Whole Lot A Fun

WEDNESDAY NIGHT – 29th November

6.30PM LADIES F1: SNATCH v INTIMIDATORS F2: RED HOT CHILLI PEPPERS v BEAGLE CHICKS F3: GYPSIES v SOCCER MUMS F6: ESSENTIAL WARRIORS v GOLDEN BULLS 6.30PM MENS F4: JUMIB’S v FLAMIN TURTLES F5: HULK SMASH v FARQUITS F7: LASER ELECTRICAL v OLD RAMBO’S 7.15PM MENS F1: MELENDHRINO’S v FURIOUS CHEWKO F3: FC BANTERLONA v RAMBO’S WARRIORS F4: BARRAS v GREAT NORTHERNS F5: 2 GOALS 1 CUP v BREWSKI’S 7.15PM LADIES F2: MAX PEST MANAGEMENT v BALL BUSTERS F6: HASBEENS v AMATUERS 8.00PM MENS F1: MBA MAZDA V FRIGGERS F2: RAY WHITE V LOS TORROS F3: LASER ELECTRICAL v SORE KNEES UTD F4: PAULA’S GYM v BATTO FC F5: OLD RAMBO’S v FEELING SNEAKY 8.00PM LADIES F6: RED HOT CHILLI PEPPERS v ESSENTIAL WARRIORS

Margie’s students love swimming in her chlorine free pool.

Mareeba swim school owner-operator Margie Thorpe decided to build her own swimming pool in 2011 to cater for the “very young, easily distracted, and special needs” customers.

But after spending up to seven hours a day submerged in chemically chlorinated pool water, Margie realised she was starting to lose her body hair.

“I didn’t even have eyelashes,” she says.

Margie believes the combination of corrosive pool chemicals and the fumes

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produced by the heated water in the enclosed space not only caused significant hair loss, but potentially triggered the two bouts of pneumonia she has suffered from since building her swim school pool.

“I constantly smelt like chlorine and I do think it was getting into my lungs because I’ve had pneumonia twice in three years,” she says.

After installing a saltwater chlorinator in her custom-built swim school pool Margie’s husband Shane

read an article about Hydroxypure.

“Shane spent years researching different systems and he kept insisting that Hydroxypure was better than all of the others,” she says. “He was constantly looking, because, as the pool is basically in a large tin shed, he wanted to preserve the shed as well as me.”

Since Hydroxypure was installed at Margie’s Swim School in April 2016, Margie says not only has all of her hair grown back but she

has had positive feedback from her clients.

“I teach a six-month old infant, who has dreadful eczema, the poor thing, and the mother told me that she doesn’t have to apply any medication for two days after swimming in Hydroxypure,” she says.

Margie teaches many children diagnosed on the autism spectrum and interestingly, she says they are fascinated with the texture of the water.

“The ozone that’s coming into the pool produces

tiny bubbles, and the kids are fascinated with the texture of the water and how soft it makes their skin feel,” she says. “It shimmers like silver.”

Margie’s Swim School has received rave reviews.

“I am now teaching the children of the children I once taught – that’s two generations of swimmers in the one family,” she explains. “One of the joys I get is seeing the mums, dads and grandparents spending one-on-one time with their young children.”

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EXPRESS sPORT

Jessica and Kaleb Jurello.

Erin and Penny meet up withb Lifesaver Lil.

Megan Hendry.

Teresa Wareing and Ivy Coeleveld.

Gordon MacKellar.

Emma and Riley Fox.

LOCALS turned out for a day of water activities and fun in the sun at the Swim Logic Family Fun day and Mini Meet, held on Sunday at the Atherton Pool. The event also raised $1000 for the Atherton Hospital Auxiliary.

Youngster Chris Adams scored his first 50 for Atherton on Saturday.

Atherton in good position aginst Norths Atherton first grade have a game on their hands in the current two-day match against Norths at Loder Park.

Atherton won the toss

and elected to bat on a good wicket. In the absence of Gerard Fox, young gun Chris Adams joined Paul Nasser in the opening stance, soaking up the pres-

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sure and setting the platform for a late batting charge.

Their first wicket partnership of 107 saw Chris notch up his maiden first grade half-century.

Dan Parnell, Ethan Sanderson and Fred Pittorino played some entertaining cricket in their quest to put on quick runs and doubled the score in the final 24

overs to post a competitive total of 267.

Both teams will have representative players returning to take part in the action this Saturday.

Atherton Cricket weekend results – Second grade will resume their two-day match against Norths at Griffiths Park at 2-61 chasing 235.

Progress Score first grade – Atherton 7-267 (C Adams 63, F Pittorino 54*, P Nasser 48, D Parnell 32, E Sanderson 26).

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313-315 Byrnes Street, Mareeba 4092 5100 www.mareebamazda.com.au After Hours: David Mete 0408 793 050 www.mareebamm.com.au Peter Acha 0417 006 698 or Adrian Madrid 0413 745 247

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> 11 Mitsubishi Pajero GLX 4x4 Auto Wagon ........................................................ $27,950 > 13 Mitsubishi Triton 4x4 GLX Manual Single Cab............................................... $19,950 > 09 Mazda BT50 DX+ 4x4 Manual Dual Cab ....................................................... $17,950 > 13 Mazda 3 Neo Auto Hatch ............................................................................. $14,950 > 14 Mitsubishi Lancer ES Manual Sedan ............................................................ $14,950 > 09 Mazda BT50 DX 4x4 Manual Single Cab ...................................................... $14,950 > 11 Mitsubishi ASX 2WD Manual Wagon.............................................................$12,950 SOLD > 13 Mazda 2 Neo Auto Hatch ............................................................................. $11,950 SOLD > 00 Mazda MX-5 Soft Top Manual Coupe ............................................................$8,950 > 11 Mazda 2 Neo Manual Hatch ........................................................................... $7,950 > 10 Holden Barina Manual Sedan .........................................................................$6,950 SOLD

HUGE RANGE COMING SOON! > 14 Mazda BT50x4 XTR Manual Dual Cab > 11 Mitsubishi Triton GL-R 4x4 Manual Club Cab > 13 Mazda BT50 4x4 XT Manual Freestyle > 11 Mitsubishi Triton 4x2 Petrol Single Cab

12 SUBARU FORESTER AWD WAGON Manual, leather seats, alloys, tow bar, low kilometres, 12 months warranty .................$17,990

> 11 Mitsubishi ASX AWD Auto Wagon

14 TOYOTA COROLLA SPORT HATCH Manual, airconditioning, alloys, reverse camera, 12 months warranty .......................... $16,490

WARRANTY AVAILABLE ON ALL USED VEHICLES* - ENQUIRE TODAY!

13 FORD FIESTA AMBIENTE HATCH Auto, only 16,000 kilometres, factory warranty until November 2017 .......................... $13,990 12 HONDA JAZZ HATCH Auto, 55,100 kilometres, 6 months rego, 12 months warranty ..................................... $12,990 12 FORD FIESTA ZETEC HATCH Manual, alloy wheels, low kilometres, attractive appearance, 12 months warranty ..... $12,990 10 FORD ESCAPE AWD SUV WAGON Auto, alloys, roof rails, 12 months warranty ....................................................................$11,990

> 02 Toyota Hilux 4x2 Workmate Manual Ute

> 11 Mazda 6 Auto Sedan

*All prices inclusive of Government Statutory Charges. No statutory warranty on vehicles over 10 years old or 160,000 kilometres.

Come see our Business Manager SANTINO to discuss all your FINANCE and INSURANCE Options 313-315 Byrnes Street, Mareeba 4092 5100 www.mareebamitsubishi.com.au

PRICES INCLUDE GOVERNMENT TRANSFERS, STAMP DUTY AND REGISTRATION.

Andrew Ford: 0417 633 002 - Claude Formoso: 0477 229 949 279 Byrnes Street, Mareeba - Phone: 4092 9400 - www.hansenford.com.au

COMPARE OUR PRICES

...WHY PAY MORE? USED VEHICLES

 14 Toyota Hilux SR: 3.0 litre turbo diesel auto 4x4 dualcab utility, travelled only 43,000 kilometres, tow bar, side steps, hard tonneau cover, genuine alloy bull bar, electric brake unit, good service history, a better one would be hard to find.......................$38,990  Late 12 Toyota Hilux SR: 3.0 litre turbo diesel auto dualcab 4x4 with alloy dropside body, front & rear ladder racks, good kilometres, genuine alloy bull bar, tow bar, side steps, window tint, cruise control and UHF radio, ideal tradies vehicle .........................................$34,990  15 Honda CR-V VTi: 2.4 litre auto 4WD wagon, good kilometres, alloy wheels, reverse camera, rear airconditioning vents, excellent service history, top condition ...............NOW $25,890  Late 14 Nissan X-Trail ST: 2.5 litre CVT wagon, good kilometres, tow bar with electric brakes, reverse camera, locally owned, excellent condition ............................$22,990  14 Hyundai ix35 Trophy: 2.0 litre auto wagon, good kilometres, leather seats, alloy wheels, reverse camera and rear parking sensors, fog lights, excellent service history, outstanding condition .........................................................................................$21,990  13 Mitsubishi Triton GLX: 2.5 litre turbo diesel manual singlecab 4x4 with alloy dropside body, travelled only 47,000 kilometres, fitted with reverse camera and rear parking sensors, tow bar, excellent service history ...........................................................$20,990  14 Toyota Corolla SX: 1.8 litre CVT sedan, travelled only 38,000 kilometres, reverse camera, front and rear sensors, alloys, fog lights, immaculate locally owned vehicle, cannot fault ............................................................................................$18,990  11 Subaru Forester 2.5X: Auto all wheel drive wagon, one careful owner, fully serviced .....$15,750  12 Subaru Impreza 2.0i-L: CVT all wheel drive sedan, good kilometres, alloy wheels, sat nav, reverse camera, sunroof, immaculate condition...................................................$15,490  09 Subaru Liberty 2.5i: Premium auto AWD sedan, good kilometres, leather trim, alloys, one local owner, excellent vehicle, a credit to previous owner .................................$12,990  10 Holden Commodore Berlina Series II: 3.6 litre / LPG auto sedan, good kilometres, alloy wheels, rear park sensors, tow bar, tint, good service history ....................................$10,790  07 Toyota Camry Altise: Auto sedan, good kilometres, one careful owner, good condition ....$6,990

Chano Trentin’s

After Hours: David Mete 0408 793 050 Peter Acha 0417 006 698 or Adrian Madrid 0413 745 247

NEW SERIES 2 X-TRAIL ST 2WD 2.5 LITRE XTRONIC CVT 5 SEAT WAGON

STANDARD FEATURES: - Automatic Headlights - Advanced Driver-Assist Display - Rear-view Camera - 210mm Ground Clearance

$33,990 DRIVE AWAY

Chano Trentin’s

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