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lice staff battling serious illness. Revellers, such as these officers (pictured), were wined and dined at the Mareeba International Club, taking part in Fashions on the Field, dancing and even race sweeps.

Storm terror Local farms damaged by wild weather By Michael Serenc AT least two Tablelands farmers are counting the cost of damage to their properties after a series of freak storms ripped through the region. Dimbulah farmer Carmine Rantucci could not believe his eyes as a system blowing rain, hail and winds pushing more than 100km/h appeared out of nowhere, cutting through his mango and avocado crop on the afternoon of November 5. “We were re-packing some pumpkins under the

shed. We could see it and hear it but thought it might miss us but then all of a sudden, it was just “bang”,” he said. “It wouldn’t have lasted more than a quarter of an hour. The wind came in, then the rain and hail.” Mr Rantucci said he didn’t feel scared as the storm hit, given he and his family were in relative safety under his packing shed. In addition to damaged fruit, Mr Rantucci said the storm’s hail cut through and damaged dozens of trees, which would now have to recover before

they could bear fruit again. Others were beyond saving, avocado trees ripped from the ground as the storm passed through in just 15 minutes. The second-generation farmer owns one of three properties situated close together along Leafgold Weir Rd with his two brothers Sid and Chris. But he said it was his 65ha farm that copped the brunt of the storm damage, along with a neighbour’s. Mr Rantucci’s wife Lorna said the system was

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QITE farewells long term chair AFTER 23 years of service to the employment industry and community, Tito Srhoj has called it a day. Mr Srhoj, who was chairman of QITE for 23 years, was farewelled at a special morning tea last Thursday in Mareeba. The well-known former businessman decided to retire to spend more time with his family.

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QITE general manager Jillian Trout said Mr Srhoj would be missed by all the staff, but was thankful for his hard work and effort put in over the last 23 years. Peter Apel has replaced Mr Srhoj as chairman and will work closely with Ms Trout in continuing to provide QITE services to the communities in which they operate across the region.

Help spread Christmas cheer THE Salvation Army is asking Tablelanders to dig deep this Christmas as the organisation launches their annual Christmas Appeal. Salvation Army Atherton Corps Lieutenant Kate Cathcart said she was hoping for another outpouring of generosity the region is known for. “People do it quite tough all year round but at Christmas it is always worse because there’s a lot more need and there’s a lot of expectation to do something special,” she said. “But it’s also that time of year where finances are quite tough, there tends to be less work…It’s a pretty hard month for our community.” Cash donations, non-perishable food and new toys can be dropped off at Atherton’s Salvation Army Red Shield Family Store next to McDonald’s along Silo Rd. The donations will then allow volunteers to make up Christmas hampers to give to those families in

need. “This community’s a very generous one and that does shine through at Christmas time,” Lt Cathcart said. The annual Tablelands Toy Run, now in its 20th year, will be held on November 26, with all donations going straight to the Salvos. “The Highland Restorer’s Club put it on for us and that is a wonderful event which people can either donate financially or with new toys,” Lt Cathcart said. Locals needing assistance this Christmas can make an application for Christmas Cheer at The Salvation Army’s Salvo Connect office at 9 Silo Road between November 20 to December 9. They’re also invited to The Salvation Army’s Christmas Day luncheon which will be held at 12:30pm on Christmas Day. RSVP is needed by December 20.

GOOD CAUSE: Salvation Army Atherton Corps Lieutenant Kate Cathcart is urging locals to get behind this year’s Christmas Appeal.

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‘I was in a bit of shock. I just wanted it to stop.’ FROM Page 1 “I was in a bit of shock, I just wanted it to stop,” he said. “We were too busy grabbing furniture that was sliding across the balcony of the house because it came out of nowhere.” Two 1000L chemical containers, known as shuttles, were also picked up and tossed into the air. “I saw them fly off until I lost sight of them and then the shed just let go,” Mr Yelavich said. “My weather station recorded 95 km/h winds.” While that storm lacked any hail, Mr Yelavich said the experience was frightening all the same for his family. “I tried to stay calm but my family was terrified. I had my 84-year-old grandmother here as well. She was very upset,” he said.

“It was bad, especially when I started to see the shed fly apart, that’s when it started to get scary.” Mr Yelavich said he would likely fork out between $30,000 and $40,000 to rebuild his shed, but was grateful only some of his crops on the 25ha property were damaged. “Some of my avocadoes are bruised but not all of them. I’ve still got a crop to pick,” he said. “I don’t want to see this happen to anybody, but I think I came out of it lightly compared to the fellas out at Leafgold Weir Rd .” The storm lasted about 10 minutes – eerily similar to the one that ravaged the Rantucci’s farm the day before. “It was just severe from the word go to when it finished, just like it was a mini-tornado,” Mr Yelavich said. “We’ve been through two cyclones but this storm was definitely stronger.”

Mutchilba farmer Mark Yelavich’s farm shed was ripped apart by a freak storm on November 6. PHOTO: HELEN YELAVICH PHOTOGRAPHY

Trout backs KUR-World

By Michael Serenc LNP candidate for Barron River Michael Trout has given tacit support to a proposed $640 ecoresort at Myola. “I haven’t been briefed enough on the scale or size of what’s there but certainly a 3.5 star hotel with education and health facilities is a good mix for the Tablelands,” he said. “We have probably the strictest environmental laws in Australia and we need to make sure whatever developments we do are sustainable.” But Mr Trout, who gained pre-selection late last month, said it was important to respect the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) process currently being undertaken by the State Government to ensure KUR-World would be viable. The qualified support is consistent with comments Mr Trout made to The Express as Tropical Tablelands Tourism chairman in September, where he said the region needed three to five star hotels to capitalise off a boom in the number of Chinese tourists visiting. Mr Trout said he would be looking to hit the hustings in the Kuranda area to find out what mattered to voters. “My job will be listening to locals on what the issues are and working out what’s possible and what’s not,” he said. “Infrastructure is certainly one of the biggest

issues facing North Queensland.” Mr Trout highlighted his lobbying efforts while in office, with the help of local resident Bob Madden, to get Federal funding for a new mobile phone tower at Speewah that was officially switched on last week. “That was a massive concern, we had quite a few talks up there in regards to no communication. That blackspot through there was just ridiculous,” he said. “People in business today and emergency services will now have mobile service through that area. “They’re the sort of things that I’ll be asking the community about what they need.” Mr Trout said he believed the LNP had learnt its lesson following the Campbell Newman-led government’s defeat in February 2015. “Everyone learns from past experiences… and I wouldn’t be running again if I didn’t think I had something to offer,” he said. Labor Barron River MP Craig Crawford, who defeated Mr Trout at the 2015 State Election, welcomed the challenge. “Michael and I had a good campaign last time, I had no personal issues,” he said. “I think the Palaszczuk Government’s record is clearly there as a government that can achieve results, not only state-wide but locally.”

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Mr Crawford said the challenge from Mr Trout would be a “good rematch” for Barron River voters. “They know both of us, they’ve experienced three years under each of us and it will make their decision a lot more informed,” he said. While he wouldn’t be drawn on KUR-World specifically, Mr Crawford said it was inevitable more developers would continue to show interest in the region. “We are going to see more prospective developers, more ideas about investment coming into our area and part of that will include the Kuranda and Koah area, pushing out to Mareeba,” he said. “A lot of those ideas will be based around tourism…We’re going to have to put them through the process.” The LNP is due to hold an Opposition Community Cabinet in Cairns this Sunday, with Opposition leader Tim Nicholls to visit Mareeba the day before.

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MAREEBA construction firm HEH Civil has earned national recognition for their high safety standards after being awarded a top certification. The firm became one of just seven Australian companies to be awarded Federal Safety Accreditation (FSA) following an extensive audit. A FSA is considered the gold standard in Australian Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) and comes after HEH underwent a rigorous, two year audit of its internal management systems that focused on ensuring best practice in WHS. HEH director Chris Bird said the lengthy certification process was worth it, with the company now able to bid

for federally-funded, civil works exceeding $4 million. “We are proud of this endorsement as it is an apt reflection of our safety commitment to both team members and the general public,” he said. HEH currently has depots in both Mareeba and Cairns and is currently working on lane widening and drainage works on both the Kennedy and Bruce highways. Notable, past projects include the Gillies Range stablisation, expansion of Mareeba Landfill Cells, Kennedy Highway overtaking lanes, Bruce Highway lane widening and Mossman to Port Douglas road rehabilitation program.

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Mrs Spackman said the decision to extend Field Days from two days to three would give exhibitors more chance to showcase their farming products and services to the region. About 50 volunteers from Rotary, Men’s Shed and the FNQ Hospital Foundation will be on hand to help run Field Days. Mrs Spackman said the revellers would be entertained by several activities and spectacles across the three days. “The biggest highlight is the tractor pull. When that starts, the crowd just flocks over to it,” she said. “It’s not just farmers and agricultural people who attend field days, it’s your Average Joe and schools too because there are so many exhibitors that are from such diverse areas.” Mareeba Tyrepower, MSF Sugar and Mareeba Mazda are the major sponsors of Field Days, with all money raised across the three

days going to charity. Tyrepower managing director John Raso and MSF Cane Officer Gary Murphy said the event helped to both promote their businesses while raising money for a good cause. “Sponsoring local events is good for the community,” Mr Murphy said. Mareeba Mazda owner David Mete said his dealership was happy to continue with their long-standing sponsorship of Field Days. “It’s our fourth event as a sponsor. The last couple of Field Days have been very successful,” he said. “I am a Rotarian and I see where the funds are going and what they do for the community.” Rotary FNQ Field Days will be held between May 24 and 26 next year. Entry will be $5 per person with each entrant going into the draw to win a daily prize worth up to $1000.

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Small business law welcomed TABLELANDS small businesses will now have better protection against unfair contracts with large companies after the introduction of a new law last week. The Federal law, which came into effect last Friday, aims to help protect small businesses employing less than 20 people from terms that are deemed to be unfair in standard form contracts with larger businesses. Mareeba Chamber of Commerce president Joe Moro welcomed the move, saying it would help level the playing field between small and big business. “I think there’s a lot of evidence that shows people who have a lot of power in the market-

place use it to their advantage,” he said. “It’s not just about a free market, it’s about a fair market.” Under the new law, to be administered by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) and the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, contract terms presented to a small business may be struck out if they’re considered by a court or tribunal to unfairly benefit one party over the other. Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) Kate Carnell said the law would give confidence to the small business sector. “When it comes to contract bargaining power,

the scales are tipped in favour of big business, so these laws are certainly a game-changer in this space,” she said. “At the moment we have a situation where smaller players who are doing business with the big guys, usually have no choice but to enter into a standard form contract that has been drawn up with little – if any – input from their end; basically they have to either ‘take it or leave it’.” Terms that could potentially be caught by the new law include: those allowing a big business to unilaterally increase the price of a service with no opt-out option for the small business, automatic rollover terms that renew contracts without the express consent of a small business, a term that

removes the liability of the big business while limiting the rights of the small business and terms that allow the termination of a franchise agreement by a franchisor without cause, and with no recourse for compensation for the franchisee. “Small businesses enter into an average of eight standard contracts a year; alarmingly, almost two thirds of small businesses claim to have experienced contractual terms and conditions they considered to be unfair,” Ms Carnell said. Small business owners who suspect a contract term is unfair can call the ASBFEO on 1300 650 460 or the ACCC on 1300 302 502 for more information.

Messy cash split cleaned up

Tablelands mayor Joe Paronella and Mareeba mayor Tom Gilmore are happy to put their cash split stoush behind them.

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THE spat over a de-amalgamation cash split between two Tableland councils is officially over after both sides reached settlement last week. Mareeba Shire Council (MSC) provided $1,537,529.62 plus interest in settlement of Tablelands Regional Council’s (TRC’s) Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements costs and TRC will provide $1,728,219.81 plus interest in settlement after a court order on May 11. The deal followed a judicial review application by TRC over $5.49 million of the total $52 million in cash reserves split between both councils when MSC de-amalgamated in 2014. Deputy Premier Jackie Trad at-

tempted to resolve the issue in April 2015, splitting the $52 million almost evenly between each council but still including the disputed amount in the $26,053,002 given to MSC. TRC’s judicial review application was dismissed by Cairns Supreme Court in April this year. Tablelands mayor Joe Paronella said the cash settlement was a significant milestone in an otherwise long-running dispute. “From forced amalgamation and then de-amalgamation, the wider region has incurred significant change and disruption over the last decade,” he said. “Reaching agreement on outstanding monies owed by both entities has

been a detailed process and I am satisfied with the end outcome. “We are keen to work together to enhance economic, social and environmental outcomes, particularly with the similarities between our communities.” Mareeba mayor Tom Gilmore said he wanted to continue building a “respectful partnership approach for the betterment of both councils”. “It is good to see two of the remaining de-amalgamation issues being resolved, with the only remaining issue being court costs which are being resolved through the court process,” he said.

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IT’S amazing what triggers your emotions when it comes to life changing situations. It was just the usual annual check-up with my local doctor Murray Towne, one of the most caring, astute, well-dressed professionals you will ever meet (I’m sure he won’t mind me saying that). After running some tests, including blood tests, he pointed out that from a health perspective I was not getting any better and generally moving in the wrong direction. In fact, with every year that passed I was adding to the already long list of things that could possibly happen to me and the implications they might have. It’s something that numerous doctors over the years have told me but I never really gave it much thought. This is what happens when we get older and we just have to go through the process until we eventually die. When we’re in our teens and early 20s and even into your 30s, you feel like nothing can hurt you, like you’re oblivious to everything around you. I still remember my late mother telling me to wear shoes because when I got to her age I would probably end up with arthritis. It went straight over my head. “Eat healthy,” she would say, again straight over my head. As a young person we are not interested in how we are going to feel in 30 years, we’re just living in the moment. Living in the moment that is, until eventually you get to that day that you have to do something about it. This was my day! I spoke with Murray at length about my condition and after a while we realised, to no one’s surprise except my own, that it was my weight that was causing the smaller

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COUNCIL CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS 2016 Council advises that on Friday 16 December 2016 the service centres in Mareeba and Kuranda will be closed from 12.00pm for a staff function. Council will also be closed from 5.00pm Friday 23 December 2016 and will reopen 8.30am Tuesday 3 January 2017. Council’s after hours service will operate during these periods, and staff will be available to deal with critical and emergency issues.

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When it comes to extreme weather events in Queensland, it’s not so much a matter of ‘if’ but ‘when’.

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EMERGENCY NUMBERS

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If your situation is life threatening always dial 000 to be connected to Emergency Services. State Emergency Service Ergon Energy Bureau of Meteorology Lifeline RACQ Australian Red Cross Dept of Community Safety Main Roads Queensland Health

132 500 132 296 4035 9777 13 11 14 1300 130 595 1300 554 419 1800 440 074 13 19 40 13 43 25 84

Mareeba Shire Disaster Coordination Centre Ph: 4092 4566

www.msc.qld.gov.au/disaster-coordination-centre

General maintenance

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Check the condition of the roof and repair loose tiles, eaves and screws. Clean gutters and downpipes so water can drain away as quickly as possible. Trim trees and overhanging branches. Secure loose items that could cause damage if blown around in high winds (such as garden furniture and toys).

EMERGENCY KITS

Having an emergency kit is an important step to prepare for, survive and cope with emergencies. Essential items for your kit should include:

Important Documents

First Aid Kit

Torch

Food for 3 days

Medication

Spare batteries

Fresh water for 3 days

Radio

RADIO STATIONS

Warnings and other emergency information will be made available to Tablelands local radio and television stations for broadcast. Tune into your local radio station for the latest emergency information: • • •

ABC Far North – 106.7FM, 95.5FM, 801AM 4AM – 558AM HOT FM – 97.9FM

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EARLY WARNING NETWORK

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.

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Australia Day Awards 2017 NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN

Categories Citizen and Young Citizen of the Year Senior and Junior Sports Senior and Junior Community Service Senior and Junior Arts and Cultural Environmental Excellence Nomination forms are available from the Mareeba Shire Council Customer Service Centres in Mareeba and Kuranda, or online at www.msc.qld.gov.au Entries must be received by 3.00pm Thursday 1 December 2016 Winners will be announced on the evening of Wednesday 25 January 2017 at a special joint awards and Citizenship Ceremony

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Students pause for a minute’s silence at the Avenue of Honour while (inset) veterans fly the flag at Mareeba’s ceremony.

Tablelands remembers fallen HUNDREDS of Tablelanders came out to pay their respects to fallen servicemen at Remembrance Day ceremonies last Friday. Atherton, Mareeba and Yungaburra’s Afghanistan Avenue of Honour were just three of several towns in the region which conducted moving but sombre services to commemorate the end of World War One at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. Veterans and well-wishers young and old

paused for a minute’s silence as the clock struck 11am, remembering the sacrifices made by Australians in all wars, prefaced by a solemn Last Post and finished with Reville. Avenue of Honour secretary Karina Gibson said a small but compassionate crowd of more than 100 veterans, residents and school children gathered for their ceremony at picturesque Lake Tinaroo. “It was very peaceful,” she said. “It was great to see the community come together to

pay their respects.” The ceremony also featured a Catafalque Party from Townsville’s 1st Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment. Yungaburra State School’s Alivia Gannon read the iconic poem “In Flanders Fields”, while Atherton State High student Eva Condullas gave a stirring rendition of the national anthem. “We definitely want to keep involving young people as they play a special role in

the service,” Mrs Gibson said. “People like to see them involved.” Tablelands mayor Joe Paronella spoke passionately in his commemorative address. “I am honoured to be part of the Remembrance Day event commemorating the servicemen and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice defending our country, those who have or are currently serving in our Defence Forces and our returned soldiers,” he said.

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IGA Complex, 135 Byrnes Street, Mareeba A VIBRANT mural depicting the rich history of Mareeba Shire will be officially opened this weekend. The artwork at Mareeba Centre, painted by NQ Signworks co-owner Tom Cosic and AMK Art’s Anne-Maree Keating, began last November and was finished in June. Mareeba Centre co-owner Fred Cristaldi was thrilled with the end result, which primarily showcases the region’s farming, mining, indigenous and wartime history. “Never in our wildest dreams did we expect anything to come out like that,” he said. “The work Tom and Anne-Maree put into it is just absolutely amazing.” Ms Keating, a member of the Kokomuluridgi Tribe whose land the centre is located on, contributed to the indigenous artwork of the mural. Mr Cristaldi said the mural, which wraps around the centre’s walkway towards the rear entrance, also gave shopping centre customers an apprecia-

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tion of the shire’s diverse history. “We tried to give a bit of background for people who are new to town or just passing through,” he said, highlighting Mareeba’s long involvement with tobacco. Mr Cosic previously told The Express the mural continually evolved as locals stopped to share with him their own stories of living in Mareeba. “A lot of people made contributions just through bringing up old stories and photos,” he said at the time. “Each part reflects something for all different people living around Mareeba.” Mr Cosic and Ms Keating were joint winners the “Traditional Signcraft Skills/Airbrushing or Handbrushing Murals” category at the Australian Sign and Graphics Awards in September. A small ceremony for the mural will be held at Mareeba Centre this Saturday from 10am, with everyone welcome to come along.

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Kapua Gutchen (keys/backing vocals) and drummer Aarron Riley. “The song itself is based on a rhyme, so it’s got that hip-hop/reggae element,” Astro said. “But quite a few of our songs have a mixture of all different genres.” The song was recorded by producer Nigel Pegrum at Pegasus Studios in Cairns and mixed by PaulieB at Tanuki Lounge. Brim said the band’s music was

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The adventures of writer Newt Scamander in New York's secret community of witches and wizards seventy years before Harry Potter reads his book in school. It's 1926 and writer Newt Scamander has just completed a global excursion to find and document an extraordinary array of magical creatures. Arriving in New York for a brief stopover, he might have come and gone without incident… were it not for a No-Maj (American for Muggle) named Jacob, a misplaced magical case, and the escape of some of Newt’s fantastic beasts, which could spell trouble for both the wizarding and No-Maj worlds.

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Jeff Gaffney (Zach Galifianakis) and his wife Karen (Isla Fisher) live in a quiet cul de sac in the suburbs where nothing ever happens. Until one day, Tim Jones (Jon Hamm) and his glamour wife Natalie (Gal Gadot) move in next door. As they discover their new neighbours are undercover spies, life suddenly changes, as Jeff and Karen become involved in an international espionage plot.

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It’s a family thing at Emilio’s Place! But while the youngest of the family has the pleasure of having the business named after him and being the dough man, his older brother Victor being the pasta man and sister Alima the toppings lady, they all

take an active interest Contrary to the bein quality control and liefs of some old school customer satisfaction. teachers, they now have a very successful The former owners of business proving that Phillip’s Pizza and Pas- you dont have to be at ta are now doing what the top of the class to they have been work- be successful in busiing for most of their ness and life. lives. The team would like to inform their many clients of some new developments that will be happening over the next few months: a pizza eating competition will be held in the near future and also the introduction of the exceptional table and biggest pizza in customer service. town. Emilio’s Place will Check out the menu be able to create on this page, cut it out you favourite piz- and keep it close by... za by the metre. you never know when Thats right... you you’ll get the urge. can order a 1, 2 or 3 metre pizza de- Pizza, pasta and cofpending on your fee, it’s down town at hunger or special 7 Atherton Street, Maoccasion. reeba or call your order Try their dining through on 4092 4137. in experience, THE PERFECT you will be pleasantly surprised, PIZZA they have BYO EVERYTIME! facilities and

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The LAND Local farmer named ‘Legend’

VISION: Walkamin farmer Dennis Howe was named “Legend of the Year” at the 2016 Australian Farmer of the Year Awards last Thursday. Kennedy MP Bob Katter was thrilled.

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A TABLELANDS farming icon has been recognised for his innovative approach to the industry with two national awards. Walkamin farmer Dennis Howe was named “Legend of the Year” and awarded for “Excellence in Technology” at the 2016 Australian Farmer of the Year Awards last Thursday. Mr Howe said he was surprised and humbled to receive the dual honour after decades spent growing a variety of crops. The father-of-two, who is managing director of Howe Farming, currently farms about five different crops across several properties in the area. That includes 647ha each of bananas and sugar cane, 174ha of avocados, 77ha of coffee and 10ha of blueberries. He employs about 440 staff to manage the operation, with at least 50 per cent of those made up of locals. “We’ve been lucky, we’ve chosen the right crops to grow like avocados and bananas,” Mr Howe said. “Peanuts probably set us on our feet going back 20 years ago. “But you can diversify too much and you’ve got to be careful not to spread your resources too thin.” Mr Howe said he was always looking for ways to innovate and maximise his business’ potential, such as his use of an in-house developed farm management software program, “Farmboy” and a decision to invest in successful co-op MacKay’s Banana Marketing during 2011. “Internet technology has really evolved. We’ve got time clocks on all our farms, we can now enter data in real time. Compared to where we were 10 years ago it’s a huge change,” he said. “We’ve also developed better monitoring of our irrigation systems, but we’re still doing most of the expensive work on the farm the same as it was done 20 years ago.”

MAREEBA Fruit and Vegetables Growers Association president Joe Moro has demanded politicians quit squabbling over the backpacker tax. The tax is now at risk of defaulting to its original 32.5 per cent rate on working holiday makers earning up to $18,200 from the start of next year after the Senate voted against implementing the government’s compromise tax of 19 per cent last week. Instead, Labor moved to amend the tax Bill to 10.5 per cent which the Coalition has baulked at. If the amendment is passed by the Senate, the Bill will then have to be sent back to the House of Representatives for debate.

The continual need for manual labour when it comes to harvesting bananas and avocados means Howe Farming still relies on a large workforce to do the job. “There’s not a lot there you can actually mechanise,” Mr Howe said. “But you can always be innovative by focusing on production and trying to keep your costs as low as possible. It’s a combination of lots of different things.” To assist with banana pickers, Mr Howe has also invented the “Howeser” banana bagging machine, of which 34 have been built since 2008. Mr Howe said while his operation continues to evolve, it was now entering a period of consolidation. “I don’t think we’re going to see the growth over the next 10 years that we’ve seen in the last 10,” he said. “It’ll be steady as she goes, but I’m always looking for newer things and smarter ways of doing things.” Mr Howe said the cost and availability of labour, power prices, a steady water supply and the threat of Panama TR4 disease remained constant challenges for the local agricultural sector. But the second-generation farmer said he still saw a “bright future” for farming on the Tablelands. “Everyone’s got to eat. Agriculture is a pretty good industry,” he said. Howe Farming general manager Kim Mastin, who submitted Mr Howe’s nomination for the Awards, said risk-taking was the main catalyst for the company’s success. “Dennis is very forward-thinking – even though he’s an old fella he’s right up to speed with technology,” she said. “Reflecting on where we are now, it’s because he has taken those risks and diversified when industries were discouraging it.”

Mr Moro said both sides needed to stop playing games before it was too late. “The important thing is the 32.5 per cent tax is gone by January 1,” he said. “This area does not care if its zero to 19 per cent, but there needs to be an outcome.” Mr Moro said the entire Parliament – not the Government or Opposition – would be blamed for a failure to pass a workable backpacker tax. “If this is a political game, they’ll all be blamed,” he said. “There’s a great deal of concern amongst farmers and a great deal of scepticism at the whole of parliament.

suGar rEPOrts MOssMaN MiLL CrushiNG statistiCs WEEk 22 Mossman Mill throughput for the week was 37,664 tonnes of cane at an average crushing rate of 323 tonnes/hour with the plant availability below budget. A difficult week with both process and mechanical challenges that reduced the overall throughput for the week. A reduction in cane purity resulted in some stock balancing problems at the pan stage most of the week. Late in the week, No. 6 Mill did not appear to be feeding well after a maintenance stop when the pressure feeder chute came out. A bypass chute was installed on the mill to resume crushing again. The mill train has been running well and has not affected the factory throughput. Crush statistiCs: • Mossman tonnes crushed for the week: 37,664 tonnes • CCS for week: 12.01 • Total cane crushed to date: 828,659 tonnes • CCS average to date: 11.55 • 2016 crop estimate: 900,000 tonnes

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“We need an outcome and we need it soon.” Under the Coalition’s compromise deal, announced in September, the government would take 95 per cent out of every dollar paid in superannuation to working backpackers. The changes, which would come into effect on January 1, followed a government review of 417 and 462 Visa labour. The age limit on working holiday visa holders would also be increased to 35 years, but there would be a $5 increase to the $55 Passenger Movement Charge (PMC), which is imposed when a person departs Australia.

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Set in a quiet and private cul-de-sac, this house is ready for new owners to make it their home. Features of the property include: • Large modern kitchen • Three bedrooms with built-ins • Large office space • Split system air-conditioning • Huge 1005m2 fully fenced block • Spacious entertainment area • Double lawn locker • Security screens and doors • Lock- up garage, plus carport Every convenience is just minutes away. Why not arrange to take a closer look?

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THIS renovated three bedroom con- Contact Mareeba Real Estate Agencrete block home features an open cies. Phone 4092 1556, Lynette on plan living area, new kitchen, new 0427 153 868 or Mark on 0428 121 blinds throughout, new floor cover- 520. Email:mrea4880@qld.chariot. ings, new bathroom, painted inside net.au and out, built-in cupboards in hallway, spacious laundry, single carport – all on elevated Address: MAREEBA 713m2 allotment in MaPrice: $295,000 reeba. Agent: Mareeba Real Priced at $295,000, Estate Agencies see website – mareebaContact: 0428 121 520 or 0427 153 868 4880realestate.com.au – h054 under residential.

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Situated on a large 1060m2 allotment package the house has a double lockcan be found this four bedroom fam- up garage, is fully screened with fans ily home with a huge four-bay, 15 amp throughout including in the huge man powered shed and an in-ground swim- cave out the back! ming pool. A very reliable Edwards hot water Everything has been thought of here system is located on the roof of this to accommodate the growing family, solidly constructed home ensuring low power bills. If you are in the market for including the boys and their toys. The entry opens onto a huge tiled a large home and shed to accommoand air conditioned living room which date your family and hobbies, then an is separate from the tiled dining area inspection of this property is an absoand adjoins the kitchen which looks on lute must. to the fenced patio and toward the pool For more information or to arrange area. There are four large bedrooms all a private inspection please call carpeted with built in or walk-in cup- marketing agent Andrew Rogato boards and fans. The master bed has on 0418 183 444. www.4880.com. WIR, en suite and air-conditioning. The au/1P1540 fully fenced yard is low maintenance with garden locker and greenAddress: MAREEBA house. The property is Price: $379,000 NEG positioned in the end of a Agent: Andrew Rogato quiet family friendly cul Rogato Real Estate de sac with no through Contact: 4092 5255 or 0418 183 444 traffic, to complete the

INVEST OR DEVELOP • Situated on an 850m2 allotment • 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom dwelling, tenanted • Zoned medium density • Preferred unit development area

4 3 2 NORTH QUEENSLAND LIVING AT ITS BEST!  Double story, concrete block  Modern and sleek kitchen  Stainless steel appliances  Timber and carpet ﬂooring in bedrooms  Split system airconditioning  Direct Barron River frontage  Fully fenced inground pool  Beautiful timber deck  Tropically landscaped gardens and lawn  Spacious 2,206m2 allotment

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INDEX

business A

DIRECTORY Electrical Embroidery Entertainment

Graphic Design

Motor Mechanic

Roofing & Sheds

Handyman

Security

Irrigation I.T

Pest Management Photography Plumbing Pool Maintenance

Childcare Cleaning Curtains & Blinds

Blinds Bulldozer Hire

Driving School

Floor Coverings Fuel

Air Conditioning

Earthmoving

AIR CONDITIONING

H I

CLEANING

Tree Lopping

Venue Hire

Timber Travel

FLOOR COVERINGS

ELECTRICAL

Authorised Fujitsu Service Agent

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

P: 4092 3019

M: 0409 648 403 • F: 4092 1629

www.donhall.com.au

• Domestic & Commercial Carpets • Lounge Suites - Fabric Covers • Internal House Cleaning • Specialising in Bond Cleaning

Covering all areas! 43 robert street, atherton (Opposite the Swimming Pool)

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

R & C AIRCONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION

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

Call Ross Malfitana Mobile: 0429 898 657

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

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

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

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Tracks > Rods > Accessories

Tracks > Rods Competitive Curtains & Furnishings

96 James Street, Mareeba

For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619

Supply & Fit

FLOORS

CURTAINS & BLINDS

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

Vertical & Venetian Blinds Panel Glides > Timber Blinds

Mareeba 4092 2800 Atherton 4091 3300

Custom Made

Phone: 0429 869 023 For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619

Trust the BLIND specialists!

Carpet • Vinyl • CeramiCs Floating Floors • Blinds

CURTAINS & BLINDS

96 James Street,Curtains Mareeba Competitive & Furnishings

BLINDS

99 Vaughan Street, Mareeba mareeba@laserelectrical.com.au www.mareeba.laserelectrical.com.au LIC. 55472 | ARC. AU31673

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY >Phone: & Accessories 0429 869 023

BLINDS

Laser Electrical Mareeba Phone: (07) 4092 4146

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

Trust the FLOOR Covering Man! Carpet & Vinyl > Carpet & Vinyl Tiles > Floating Floors

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

CEC No: A5891084 ACMA Reg No: F0510843

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

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FUEL

MOBILE AUTO ELECTRICAL & HYDRAULICS

receive 4¢ per litre discount by presenting this ad

Call Eugene: 0400 080 327

DRIVING SCHOOL

Supply & Lay FREE Measure & Quote

Service StationS open to the public

24 hour Fuel Service to approved customers (Mareeba only)

TO IN

Blinds and Curtains

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

Daniel Battistin

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

P 4095 5669 F 4095 5797 M 0408 887 701

Mobile 0448 856 187

BULLDOZER HIRE

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

GREG CUMMINGS SMALL DOZER HIRE

ENTERTAINMENT

We go where the big ones won’t!

P: 0427 563 803

CHILDCARE

your local business guide EARTHMOVING

• Regrowth • Fence Lines • Tree Clearing • Dams • General Earthworks • And Everything Else!

• BISTRO • BAR • TAB • KENO • POKIES • FUNCTIONS Open 7 Days FOr Lunch anD Dinner

phOne 4092 2922

Do it right the first time!

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

GRAPHIC DESIGN

email: dobattistin@msn.com

25 Yarrabee Close, Mareeba Qld. 4880

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

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

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EMBROIDERY

Desiree Siemon

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

HIC D ES

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

Creating high quality artwork with a difference for your business!

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

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business IRRIGATION

DIRECTORY MOTOR MECHANIC • Total Hose Fitting Service

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

I.T SALES, SERVICE & REPAIRS In-store and On-site

• Laptops, Tablets & Towers • Custom Systems • Mobile Phone & Tablet Repairs & Accessories • Networking Solutions • Custom Backup Systems

• Hydraulic Components • Cylinder Repairs • Mobile Service

PHONE: 0488 045 031 6 Reynolds Street, Mareeba

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Peter Roy Photographer A: 2 9 Iluka Street, Mareeba

Without a travel agent you’re on your own!

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

POOL MAINTENANCE & POOL SHOP ALL POOL SUPPLIES INCLUDING FREE WATER TESTING AND EXPERT ADVICE

P: 4092 1443 or 0413 013 297

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

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TREE LOPPING

TABLELANDS TREELOPPING

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MOTOR MECHANIC

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POOL MAINTENANCE

71 BYRNES STREET, MAREEBA

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TRAVEL

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ROOFING & SHEDS

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

Bookings & Info Phone 0427 114 217

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

WITH PRICES STARTING AT JUST $30 PER WEEK... Call Natasha TODAY to find out more!

For all security needs call...

Dru ThursTon 0408 913 063

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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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Expresso 

Your Weekly Horoscopes March 21 to Apr 20 Aries



Take the time to sort out your personal papers and double-check your financial investments. Lack of cash might be partly to blame for the problems at home. Travel will be favorable.

Taurus

k a e r b a e k Ta relax! and

Wednesday 16th

Thursday 17th

Friday 18th

Saturday 19th

Sunday 20th

Monday 21st

Tuesday 22nd

Tide Times 0342 0.23 1027 3.06 1624 0.96 2215 2.27

Tide Times 0429 0.43 1121 2.93 1726 1.16 2312 2.00

Tide Times 0521 0.68 1226 2.77 1900 1.30

Tide Times 0028 1.77 0629 0.95 1346 2.64 2115 1.24

Tide Times 0224 1.70 0801 1.14 1513 2.59 2240 1.10

Tide Times 0416 1.83 0934 1.20 1624 2.59 2318 0.96

Tide Times 0523 2.02 1047 1.18 1718 2.58 2348 0.86

Max 31o Min 18o

Max 30o Min 19o

Max 29o Min 21o

Max 27o Min 22o

sudokU Enter digits from 1 to 9 into the blank spaces. Every row must contain one of each digit. So must every column, as must every 3x3 square.

Ingredients

Method 1. Line a large muffin tin with 8 paper liners and set aside. 2. In a microwave safe bowl or stovetop, combine 1 1/4 cups of chocolate baking chips with 2 tsp of coconut oil and melt together. 3. Divide the melted chocolate evenly amongst the eight cups, scraping down the sides of the paper liners. Refrigerate for around 10 minutes. 4. In two small bowls, add the hazelnut butter in one and the rest of the chocolate baking chips and coconut oil in the other. 5. If your chocolate hazelnut butter/homemade Nutella is too stiff, melt slightly until drippy. Remove slightly chilled chocolate cups and fill the eight cups with a tablespoon of the nutella each and optional crushed hazelnuts. 6. Place back in the refrigerator. 7. While it is chilling again, melt the rest of the chocolate baking chips with a teaspoon of coconut oil and top the eight cup and allow to cool until firm. 8. Top with optional sea salt and enjoy! Note: These make muffin sized cups- Feel free to make into mini muffin sized ones or smaller ones, using all 12 muffin tins available.

May 22 to June 21

June 22 to July 22

You may find that someone you live with may be irritable. You will find that money could slip through your fingers. Look into making changes to your personal papers. July 23 to Aug 22 Leo

C R O S S

WORD SEARCH

Don’t put limitations on yourself. You may be out of sorts If you have been extravagant or have let children or friends take advantage of you financially. Kick your shoes off and relax.

Virgo

Aug 23 - Sept 23

Don’t beat around the bush; state your case in plain and simple terms. Rewards, gifts, or money from investments or taxes can be expected. Use your head and do things to your liking. Remember to smile.

Libra

Scorpio

Oct 24 to Nov 22

Your ability to stand out in a crowd will bring you the recognition you desire. You should visit a friend or relative who hasn’t been feeling up to par. Take matters in hand when it comes to dealing with clients or colleagues.

Sagittarius

Nov 23 to Dec 21

Don’t get so wrapped up in being rich that you overlook the fact that your plan may not be as solid as you thought. You can expect opposition from family as well as colleagues.

Capricorn

WORD

Sept 24 to Oct 23

You must make them stand on their own two feet regardless of how much you want to make things better for them. Don’t forget that you’ve only heard one side of the story. Your in-laws may cause a few headaches.

ACROSS Abbott

Cornish

Fifth

Newell

Alice

Crothers

Gallo

Paula

Alma

Currie

High

Quinn

Bailey

Daziel

Jack

Rita

Baxter

Danbulla

Kelly

Storer

Bell

Eighth

Larkin

Tinaroo

Celcily

Fasiolo

Main

Viola

Puzzle solutions

Dec 22 to Jan 20

Someone may try to damage your reputation. For best results get out of the office and do your job en route. You may have problems with those you live with. Don’t take your frustrations out on the ones you love. Aquarius Jan 21 to Feb 19

7. A small wave or series of waves on the surface of water. 8. A magical or medicinal potion. 9. Another term for pent-up. 10. Seriously affected by an undesirable condition or unpleasant feeling. 11. A physical attack. 13. A short piece of writing on a particular subject. 15. Characterized by pleasantly warm weather. 16. A rich cold dessert made with whipped cream, eggs, and fruit. 18. An edible mollusc of warm seas, with a shallow ear-shaped shell lined with mother-of-pearl 19. An uncomfortable sensation on the skin that causes a desire to scratch. 21. Small in degree; inconsiderable. 22. A short-sleeved casual top, generally made of cotton, having

Family outings that aren’t expensive will be enjoyable and help strengthen ties. Offers of joint ventures are likely. Take your time; do not make any decisions in haste. You can make successful moves.

Pisces

Max 31o Min 19o

2 cups dairy free or sugar free chocolate baking chips 1tbs coconut oil 1/2 cup homemade or store bought hazelnut butter Handful of crushed hazelnuts (optional) Sea salt, to top (optional)

April 21 to May 21

You will be overly sensitive when dealing with your personal life. Don’t expect anyone else to pay your bills for you. You could have a change of heart if an old flame waltzes back into your life. Go out with friends who are positive.

Cancer

Max 31o Min 19o

Healthy Three Ingredient Nutella Cups

You must be careful not to reveal secrets or get involved in gossip. Family members will not be happy with the amount of time you are spending away from home. Don’t overdo it. You need to enjoy yourself.

Gemini

Max 30o Min 19o

Feb 20 to March 20

Your creative imagination will help you in coming up with unique ideas. Be aware that you might be at fault as well. Concentrate on work.

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the shape of a T when spread out flat. DOWN 1. A religious or other solemn ceremony or act. 2. The branch of medicine concerned with the study and treatment of disorders and diseases of the eye. 3. To an extreme and unpleasant degree. 4. A vagrant, especially one who is dependent on alcohol. 5. A Spanish dollar, equivalent to 8 reals. 6. Well-educated people who are interested in literature. 12. A belt used to secure someone in the seat of a motor vehicle or aircraft. 14. University. 17. The state of being united or joined as a whole. 20. A bottle stopper made of cork or a similar material.

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

Birthday Happy 1st Birthday

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15th November, 2016

Lots of love from Daddy, Mummy and Cooper.

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Lots of love from Nonno, Nonna, Alessia, Jacob, Peter, Roberta, Brianne and Zachary. XOXOX

Wedding Cheryl TONKIN – Celebrant. Phone 0407 670 954 or email NQCeremonies@ gmail.com

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Public Notice PUBLIC NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR MINING LEASE AND ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORITY Mineral Resources Act 1989 – Section 252B Environmental Protection Act 1994 – Section 152 Proposed Mineral Mining Operation Mining Lease Application Number/s: 100086 for a Term of 10 Years, 100093 for a Term of 10 Years and 100095 for a Term of 12 Years Mareeba Mining District It is advised that applications have been made for the mining leases and environmental authorities EPSL04037416 (ML100086), EPSL04182216 (ML100093) and EPSL04189216 (ML100095) under the provisions of the above mentioned Acts, for the mining/purpose of Living quarters/camp, processing plant, tailings/settling dam, water supply, workshop/machinery/storage, gold and tin ore on the following land parcels: ML100086 - Lot 14 on SP250040 Lands Lease (Mining & Access), Road Reserve (Mining) and Lot 4567 on SP254826 Lands Lease (Access) within the Cook and Mareeba Shires. ML100093 - Lot 14 on SP250040 Lands Lease (Mining & Access) and Lot 4567 on SP254826 Lands Lease (Access) within the Mareeba Shire. ML100095 - Lot 14 on SP250040 Lands Lease (Mining & Access), Lot 4567 on SP254826 Lands Lease (Access) and Lot 1 on CF14 Lands Lease (Mining & Access) within the Cook Shire. The applications are located at approximately 30km SSE of Maytown. The applicants are: Ashley Owen Pavey 50% and Darrell Warren Skennar 50% Date & time Applications Lodged: ML100086 25/5/16 at 12.19pm, ML100093 4/7/16 at 4.34pm, ML100095 6/7/16 at 2.56pm. Mining activities to be carried out include: Alluvial mining operation Mining Lease Application Documents The application documents consist of the Application for Mining Lease and copies of or extracts from the application documents, and the endorsed Certificate of Public Notification detailing the location and description of the land applied for (including surface area and access), may be downloaded from the Departments website: www.business.qld.gov.au/industry/mining or may be inspected at the Department of Natural Resources and Mines office – Verde Tower, Level 9, 445 Flinders Street, Townsville Qld 4810 or may be obtained by contacting the local mines office on (07) 4447 9230 or at: mineralhub@dnrm.qld.gov.au. Environmental Authority Documents The application documents for the proposal consist of the following: Application form. Copies of, or extracts from, the application documents may be inspected at the Department of Environment and Heritage Protection 5B Sheridan Street “William McCormack Place”, Cairns or may be obtained by contacting Permit and Licence Management by phone on 1300 130 372 or by email on: palm@ehp.qld.gov.au. Making A Properly Made Objection / Submission It is advised that any person/entity may make an objection to the grant of the mining lease, and/or a submission about the application for the environmental authority. The objection/submission period, during which objections/ submissions can be given, concludes on Thursday 8th December, 2016. A properly made objection and/or submission must be received on or before 4.30pm (AEST) on the last day of the objection/submission period. It must also be made in writing, addressed to: Mineral Assessment Hub Department of Natural Resources and Mines PO Box 1752, Townsville Qld 4810 mineralhub@dnrm.qld.gov.au Objections To The Mining Lease Application: A properly made objection in respect to the grant of the mining lease is one that: states the grounds of the objection and the facts and circumstances relied on in support of the grounds; is signed and dated by each person/entity (i.e. signatory) making the objection; states the name and address of each signatory. Intending objectors should contact the local mines assessment hub on (07) 4447 9230 or at: mineralhub@dnrm.qld.gov.au and obtain the approved objection form (MRA-20) or obtain the approved objection form from the department’s website: www.business.qld.gov.au/industry/mining. A copy of the objection must also be served upon the applicant/s on or before the last day of the objection period at the following address: DW Skennar & AO Pavey c/- Mining and Resource Permit Services PO Box 14202, Mount Sheridan Qld. 4868 Submissions For The Environmental Authority Application: A properly made submission must meet all of the following requirements: • Be written or made electronically • State the name and address of each submitter • Be made to the administering authority stated above • Be received on or before the last day of the submission period • State the grounds of the submission and the facts and circumstances relied on in support of the grounds. Intending submitters may contact the Project Officer of Department of Environment and Heritage Protection on 07 4222 5334 to obtain a submission form (EM972) or obtain a copy from the departments website: www.business. qld.gov.au/business/running/environment/licences-permits/formsfees-environmental-authority.

PUBLIC NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR MINING LEASE AND ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORITY Mineral Resources Act 1989 – Section 252B Environmental Protection Act 1994 – Section 152 Proposed Mineral Mining Operation Gold Mine Creek – Mining Lease Application Number 100013 For a term of 10 years – Mareeba Mining District It is advised that application has been made for a mining lease and environmental authority EPVL03380515 under the provisions of the above mentioned Acts, for the mining/purpose of gold, platinum, rhodium, silver ore, pipeline – water only, stock pile ore/overburden and workshop/machinery/storage on the following land parcels within the Mareeba Shire: Lot 284 on NR7783 Lands Lease (Mining & Access). The application is located at approximately 16 kilometres NE of Mareeba. The applicants are: Leonard William Harris (50%), Lauritz John Rasmussen (50%) Date & time Applications Lodged: 8 December 2014, 4.30pm Mining activities to be carried out include: Small scale open cut mining operations Mining Lease Application Documents The application documents consist of the Application for Mining Lease and copies of or extracts from the application documents, and the endorsed Certificate of Public Notification detailing the location and description of the land applied for (including surface area and access), may be downloaded from the Departments website: www.business.qld.gov.au/industry/mining or may be inspected at the Department of Natural Resources and Mines office – Verde Tower, Level 9, 445 Flinders Street, Townsville Qld 4810 or may be obtained by contacting the local mines office on (07) 4447 9230 or at: mineralhub@dnrm.qld.gov.au. Environmental Authority Documents The application documents for the proposal consist of the following: Application form. Copies of, or extracts from, the application documents may be inspected at the Department of Environment and Heritage Protection 5B Sheridan Street “William McCormack Place”, Cairns or may be obtained by contacting Permit and Licence Management by phone on 1300 130 372 or by email on: palm@ehp.qld.gov.au. Making A Properly Made Objection / Submission It is advised that any person/entity may make an objection to the grant of the mining lease, and/or a submission about the application for the environmental authority. The objection/submission period, during which objections/submissions can be given, concludes on Monday 5 December, 2016. A properly made objection and/or submission must be received on or before 4.30pm (AEST) on the last day of the objection/submission period. It must also be made in writing, addressed to: Mineral Assessment Hub Department of Natural Resources and Mines PO Box 1752, Townsville Qld 4810 mineralhub@dnrm.qld.gov.au Objections To The Mining Lease Application: A properly made objection in respect to the grant of the mining lease is one that: states the grounds of the objection and the facts and circumstances relied on in support of the grounds; is signed and dated by each person/entity (i.e. signatory) making the objection; states the name and address of each signatory. Intending objectors should contact the local mines assessment hub on (07) 4447 9230 or at: mineralhub@dnrm.qld.gov.au and obtain the approved objection form (MRA-20) or obtain the approved objection form from the department’s website: www.business.qld.gov.au/industry/mining. A copy of the objection must also be served upon the applicant/s on or before the last day of the objection period at the following address: Mr Leonard William Harris and Lauritz John Rasmussen PO Box 2400, Mareeba Qld. 4880 Submissions For The Environmental Authority Application: A properly made submission must meet all of the following requirements: • Be written or made electronically • State the name and address of each submitter • Be made to the administering authority stated above • Be received on or before the last day of the submission period • State the grounds of the submission and the facts and circumstances relied on in support of the grounds. Intending submitters may contact the Project Officer of Department of Environment and Heritage Protection on 07 4222 5334 to obtain a submission form (EM972) or obtain a copy from the departments website: www.business. qld.gov.au/business/running/environment/licences-permits/formsfees-environmental-authority.

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 Q.C.W.A Mareeba hosts Bingo every Thursday from 9am at the Q.C.W.A Hall, Wilkes Street Mareeba. Q.C.W.A Aerial Outpost Branch Craft Day. Every 4th Wednesday of the month. 15 Wilson Street, Mareeba. Start 9am til late. Bring lunch. All Welcome.  Q.C.W.A Mareeba self help craft, cards and social morning every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. 9am at the Q.C.W.A Hall, Wilkes Street Mareeba. All members and non members welcome.  PCYC Seniors Social Club meets for morning tea, outings, trivia and games every Tuesday from 9.30am at the PCYC Hall 136 Walsh St Mareeba (next to Vinnies). New members always welcome.  Al-Anon Family Groups - Help for family and friends of Alcoholics meets in Atherton & Yungaburra. Ph 1300 252 666.  St George’s Church Indoor Bowls every Tuesday 1pm at St George’s Hall at 53 Constance Street, Mareeba.  Mareeba RSL Club Soup Kitchen meals available every Tuesday, 6pm - 8pm entry via back gate. Everyone welcome. Gold coin donation appreciated.

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Hitting out for a good cause SPORTS-mad Tablelanders are being urged to tee off in a fundraiser for a local hockey team. The North Oz Magic Golf Day will raise money for Atherton’s North Oz Magic hockey team, who are hoping to compete at next April’s World Masters Games in Auckland. Golf Day organiser and team captain Pamela Clearwater said players could expect a tonne of fun at the event, with prizes for best dressed movie character, nearest to the pin, longest drive and much, much more. “It’s going to be a great day with lots of fun,” she said. “There’s going to be a lot prizes with donations from different businesses.” Auctions will also be held to raise funds for the team, including bids for golf cart hire. Ms Clearwater said she was hoping to raise about $5000 for the team, which will help pay for food, accommodation and transport while they were over in Auckland. “It’s a privilege to be able to take a team from here to compete in the World Masters Games,” she said. Held every four years, the Games are open to veteran athletes across several different sports. The Golf Day is open to teams of three players, with a full field of 36 teams hoped for by Ms Clearwater. Entry is $25 per player, which also includes a barbeque lunch. To book, call Pamela Clearwater on 0437 631 307.

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WINNING RIDE: Former Mutchilba girl Hazel Shannon in action. PHOTO: The Horse Magazine/HLH Photography

A TABLELANDS rider has jumped her way into victory. Showing others twice her age how it is done, 24-year-old Mutchilba woman Hazel Shannon took out the 2016 Australian International Three Day Event earlier this month in Adelaide. Riding her ex-racehorse Clifford, the young girl from the Far North beat off stiff competition to easily better her seventh place

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finish at the same competition last year. It’s a far cry from Shannon’s Pony Club days in the region. Nowadays she is based in NSW with Olympic dressage riders Heath and Rozzie Ryan at their property in NSW since 2009. “She is not a theatrical person,” Heath told Queensland Country Life earlier this year. “She is very quiet, very methodical and works hard.

“She is a real Australian kid. She has worked hard on top of Australian bush skills. She does not try for brilliance; her talent is fantastic but its not talent that does this – its real methodical work.” The victory represents a remarkable comeback for Shannon, who was nearly killed in a riding accident last year while competing in Albury. The Tablelands is home to several talented riders.

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EXPRESS sPORT Cricket juniors make rep sides FIVE Mareeba cricket juniors have been chosen for representative teams, in a glowing endorsement of local talent. All rounder Angus Campman (U12 Development), batsman Jett Prien (U14), bowler Jarrod France (U14), bowler Braydon Olufson (U15) and batsman Chris Adams (U16 captain) all made Cricket Far North (CFN) rep teams. The achievement is a double win for France and Adams, who also made school Peninsula squads. The CFN teams will play against their State rivals over December and January, with the U16 side to play in the Bulls Masters Youth Cup in Mackay,

U15 squad to play in the State Championships in Bundaberg, U14 squad to play in Brisbane and U12 development side to play in the Ian Healy Development Cup, also in Brisbane. Mareeba Cricket Club vicepresident Michael France was thrilled with his players’ success. “Chris has been picked for Queensland as a batter as well in previous years and he’s probably one of the best that’s come out of Mareeba,” he said. “We’ve always got about five or six players that get selected each year.” Mr France said Mareeba punched above its weight when it came to producing junior cricket talent.

TOP SHOTS: Five of Mareeba’s junior cricketers have made it on to rep teams. PHOTO: PETER ROY

Culture change for Gators Ride for a good cause

OPTIMISITIC: The newly elected Mareeba Gladiators committee for 2017, including A grade coach Tye Ingebrigtsen (sitting, far left) and president Andrew Foster (second from right).

A PLAYING culture emphasising loyalty and dedication is set to shake up the Mareeba Gladiators next season. New A grade coach Tye Ingebrigtsen plans to set tough and exacting standards on all senior players as the club looks to avoid a repeat of a torrid season in 2016. Speaking to The Express on Sunday after the club’s committee was sworn in, Ingebrigtsen said while he wanted to create an environment where players enjoyed their football, it was important to emphasise commitment was equally important after this season’s struggles with player numbers. “No-one’s guaranteed spots next year and everyone’s going to have to fight hard,” he said. “Player depth is a big thing for me and

I’m looking to build a very strong 25-man squad.” After a dour second last place finish in 2016, Mareeba’s A-grade side is already looking promising for next year, with Ingebrigtsen recruiting former Canberra Raiders U20s halfback George House, former Northern Pride hooker Maddie Oosen, exWaves Tigers back-rower Liam Saumalu and former Auckland Warriors U20s fullback George Edwards. Senior players were given an insight into what would be expected of them at the club’s induction night on Tuesday, with Ingebrigtsen’s biggest challenge trying to get the new-look side to gel. “We’ll probably hit our straps midway through the season, but that’s probably the

hardest thing – getting everyone used to playing with each other,” he said. “I don’t think the club’s put any pressure on me to be successful in my first season. I put a lot of pride in my coaching, so I do want to do well. “We’re taking it step by step.” Ingebrigtsen, 25, is also taking charge of the club’s junior development to ensure strong pathways are maintained through to the senior ranks. Newly re-elected Gladiators president Andrew Foster was optimistic about the season ahead with Ingebrigtsen onboard. “Tye brings energy and professionalism and it’s what he does for a living,” he said. “We’re particularly pleased with his involvement with the juniors too.”

Wheelbarrow race date change Due to a clash of dates for events within the Mareeba Shire, the Great Wheelbarrow Race committee has decided to move the event to the third weekend of May. The 2017 event was originally scheduled for May 12, 13 and 14, but due to it clashing

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A FORMER Tolga man is helping to raise awareness about mental health, one pedal at a time. David Edwards is about halfway through a gut-busting 2000km ride from Brisbane to Atherton in a bid to raise money for mental health organisation beyondblue as part of his “Reef Ride”. The 23-year-old who recently competed as a sighted pilot at the Paralympic Games in Rio, is motivated to the ride after losing his mother to suicide in 2014. “Riding from Brisbane to Cairns has for a long time been a dream of mine,” he said on his crowfunding page. “I lost my mother just over two years ago and I didn’t want it to be for nothing, I know she would greatly endorse this fundraising quest because of her love for riding and helping others.” A support vehicle is following Edwards with emergency supplies, spare parts, food and water along his journey, which sees him cover anywhere between 120km and 300km per day. All money raised goes directly to beyondblue. To donate, visit www.gofundme.com/RR4bb

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DRIVE AWAY USED VEHICLES* > 12 Mazda CX-5 Maxx Sport Auto Wagon ..........................................................$25,950 > 12 Mazda CX-9 Auto Wagon .............................................................................$22,950 > 09 Holden Colorado Manual Dualcab ................................................................ $18,950 > 12 Mitsubishi Lancer VRX Manual Sedan .......................................................... $15,950 > 09 Honda CR-V Manual Wagon ........................................................................ $15,950 > 10 Nissan Navara RX Manual Dualcab .............................................................. $15,950 > 11 Mitsubishi ASX Manual Hatch ....................................................................... $14,950 > 14 Mitsubishi Mirage Auto Sedan ...................................................................... $14,950 > 09 Mazda 3 Auto Sedan .................................................................................... $11,950 > 12 Mitsubishi Lancer ES Manual Sedan ............................................................ $11,950 > 11 Mitsubishi Lancer SX Manual Sedan............................................................. $11,950 > 06 Mazda 3 Auto Sedan ......................................................................................$8,950 > 09 Suzuki Swift Manual Hatch .............................................................................$8,950 > 08 Ford Focus Manual Hatch .............................................................................. $7,950 > 03 Mazda 6 Manual Sedan .................................................................................$6,950 > 06 Ford Focus Manual Sedan .............................................................................$5,950

HUGE RANGE COMING SOON! > 14 Mitsubishi Lancer ES Manual Sedan > 13 Ford Ranger Manual Dualcab > 13 Mitsubishi Triton Auto Dualcab > 10 Mitsubishi Outlander Auto Wagon > 09 Hyundai i30 Auto Hatch

> 07 Toyota Rav4 Auto Wagon > 07 Mazda 6 Auto Wagon > 06 Proton Jumbuck Manual Ute > 06 Suzuki Swift Manual Hatch

WARRANTY AVAILABLE ON ALL USED VEHICLES* - ENQUIRE TODAY!

*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.mareebamazda.com.au After Hours: David Mete 0408 793 050 Peter Acha 0417 006 698 or Adrian Madrid 0413 745 247

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*Limited offers available at Hansen Ford for eligible new vehicles ordered and delivered by 31/12/2016. Excludes Mustang, Falcon Ute, Falcon Sprint, Ranger Wildtrak, Focus RS and Escape. Private and small business customers only. Stock may vary between Dealers. All prices are recommended. Hansen Ford and Ford Australia reserve the right to change or extend these offers. Extended warranty covers 5yrs/100,000km from date of registration, whichever occurs first. $100 service discount vouchers must be used across the first five scheduled services Customers must comply with recommended servicing intervals or discount vouchers will expire. Voucher entitlements are transferable with the nominated vehicle. Conditions apply. See ford.com.au †Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc., and is used under licence. Some phones not compatible.

QUALITY USED VEHICLES 15 MUSTANG FASTBACK 4 cylinder eco-boost engine, 6 speed auto, window tinting, all the standard features ..................$48,990 13 HILUX SR 4X4 SINGLE CAB Turbo diesel, steel dropside body, bull bar, winch, 12 months warranty ............................................$35,490 08 PRADO GXL WAGON Auto, turbo diesel, alloy bull bar, lights, 12 months warranty ...............................................................$26,990 08 KLUGER GRANDE WAGON Build 12/07, auto, 7 seater, low kilometres, 12 months warranty........................................................$21,990 11 CAMRY ATARA S SEDAN Auto, airconditioning, alloys, only 41,000 klms, 12 months warranty................................................ $17,990 14 COROLLA SPORT HATCH Manual, airconditioning, alloys, reverse camera, balance of new car warranty ................................$16,990 10 RAV CV WAGON 2WD petrol , automatic, airconditioning, 12 months warranty ............................................................$15,990 04 FALCON BA MK2 XR8 SEDAN 6 speed manual, excellent condition, 12 months warranty ...................................................................$12,490

PRICES INCLUDE GOVERNMENT TRANSFERS, STAMP DUTY AND REGISTRATION.

Hansen Ford 279 Byrnes St, Mareeba

Ph: 4092 9400 A/H Ph: Andrew 0417 633 002 – Claude 4092 4829 – www.fordtoy.com.au