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Mareeba local Gia Smith’s health status has been described as “positive” by her mother Regan. Gia has recently returned to Mareeba and will have monthly check-ups in Brisbane.

NOT too many people have showed greater resolve in the face of adversity than that of Mareeba local Gia Smith, who has battled admirably since being diagnosed with T-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia last year. After numerous months spent in Brisbane receiving some of the best cancer treatment in the country, Gia has returned home to Mareeba – much to the delight of many within the community. Gia’s mother Regan Smith said Gia’s health status is positive. “She has done really well in conquering the most intensive chemotherapy in her protocol and is currently in a phase called ‘Maintenance’,” Mrs Smith said. “This phase is less intense chemo although she requires chemo every day and this will be finished on March 1, 2021. “We will be having the biggest celebration that day and I guess we will go from there.” Mrs Smith said she and Gia will travel to Brisbane once a month, with that frequency expected to lessen to three monthly visits by mid next year. “On August 1 we return to Brisbane to receive one of her catch up doses of chemo that was out of stock world-wide along with a Lumbar puncher (chemo in spinal and brain fluid),” she said. “Then we return home for a few weeks until the following month and hopefully another chemo shipment arrives.” Mrs Smith said it has been very exciting to be based back home in Mareeba and living together as a family again. “We have a totally new normal, but it works and our family and friends have been instrumental in making Gia’s life as normal as possible, there is just a lot more antibacterial hand sanitizers involved these days,” she said. “Also, when her brother Oscar comes to appointments with us he always thanks the doctors and nurses for fixing his Gia

which is so heart-warming for us.” Mrs Smith said Gia’s strength, power, determination and comprehension of this situation has been mind-blowing. “She has pushed through some really difficult days and has even asked us if we were okay,” she said. “She is seriously our superhero. “Gia understands why she needs to have her medication and she always thanks her nurses after her treatments and just adores her consultant Dr Chris Fraser who is the Director of Oncology at the Queensland Children’s Hospital.” Mrs Smith took time to thank those who have helped throughout Gia’s exhausting ordeal. “Since Gia’s diagnosis there has been so many amazing people, some we know and some we have never met who have been such a source of strength and support,” she said. “We are so incredibly grateful now more than ever of our town and the people in it. “We would like to thank our community as a whole, our family and friends, the Indie Rose foundation, the Generosity for Gia team and the amazing work of Gia’s local GP Dr Akil Islam. “Karl, Oscar and I are really forever grateful.” Gia met the Cairns medical team last week and will see them for regular check-ups in between Brisbane trips. For those interested in helping Gia and her family in their fight, you can do so by giving blood. “On August 29 and 31 we will be hosting another blood donation Yellow Party in Cairns which will not only help our Gia but plenty of other local families in need,” Mrs Smith said. Please contact the Generosity for Gia Facebook page for more information. It is safe to say that Gia’s show of strength has touched the hearts of the entire Mareeba community, and that is evident with the enormous support that has been given by residents throughout the region.

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Renewed calls for Ag Visa PRESSURE from agricultural and horticultural industry groups is being applied on the National Party of Australia to stick to its pre-election promise of revisiting the Ag Visa Scheme. Industry lobby groups and a large population of farmers across the country believe a specific ag visa will be beneficial to smaller growers as it will provide greater flexibility and will allow them to send workers where they are required when the work is available. As it relates to the migrant workforce, an ag visa will ensure the upfront cost of healthcare, airfares and accommodation that an employer is required to provide under the current scheme will become the regulators’ responsibility. In addition, employers will be accredited under the Ag Visa Scheme. Despite assurances from Na-

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GROWERS keen to explore opportunities in advanced manufacturing and value adding are invited to take part in a study tour this Thursday, July 25. Funded under the State Government’s Training in Emerging and Innovative Industries Fund (TEII), the day-long tour will take growers and industry stakeholders to leading value-added and advanced manufacturing businesses in the region. The fully sponsored day will start at the Malanda Dairy Centre, before moving to Coffee Works, Mareeba, for a tour and morning tea. From there, the tour will visit Jonsson Farm Market and the Barrier Reef Brewery, in Cairns. The afternoon session will include a visit to the FNQ Food Incubator for a tour of their product development services and lunch, before travel back to Malanda. Leanne Kruss, Queensland Agriculture Workforce Network Manager (FNQ), who is delivering the TEII project on behalf of FNQ Growers, said the tour was open to all growers, and follows strong interest in growing and developing a turmeric and ginger industry on the Tableland. “This tour is designed to facilitate skills development for production and processing,” Ms Kruss said. “This will allow producers to assess the capacity of supply chain to service demand, and investigate opportunities for value-added production including end user customer relationships in the health and wellness market's rapidly growing global demands.” Ms Kruss said growers and stakeholders would gain a solid understanding of what it takes to create value add products, with strong sales velocity and advanced manufacturing technologies in the digital age. To book a seat or for more information, contact Ms Kruss at leannefnqagriculture@gmail. com or on 0431 743 633. Alternatively, register at www.growcom.com.au/events

SURVIVOR: Wendy Paronella of Atherton has been named as the 2019 Face of the Tablelands Relay for Life. The 2019 Tablelands Relay For Life will be held on October 19 at the Atherton Showgrounds.

Face of Tablelands Relay For Life announced TABLELANDS local Wendy Paronella was a young, happy and newly engaged 18-yearold when she received news that changed her life – she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Fast forward 40 years and Mrs Paronella is now cancer free and a proud mother of three and grandmother of nine, despite having one ovary completely removed and the other partially removed after her diagnoses. Mrs Paronella has been named Face of the 2019 Tablelands Relay For Life, to be held on October 19 at Atherton Showgrounds, in honour of

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her cancer experience, resilience and dedication to raising awareness. The Face of Relay is a symbol of hope for locals affected by cancer and hope for a cancer free future. Mrs Paronella encouraged others to get to know their body and get in touch with their GP if they notice any changes. “I encourage others to take notice of any abnormal physical features and to just be more aware of how you are feeling,” she said. Mrs Paronella encouraged locals to get involved in this year's Relay For Life to help

raise vital funds for Cancer Council Queensland’s research, support and prevention services. “Fundraising is essential in ensuring we support people going through their cancer journeys,” she said. As Face of Relay, Wendy will lead other survivors and their carers on a lap to officially open Tablelands Relay For Life. Cancer Council Queensland CEO Chris McMillian thanked Mrs Paronella and the Tablelands community for supporting this year's Relay For Life. “Wendy is passionate about

raising awareness and reaching out to support locals who are affected by cancer – that is what Relay For Life is all about,” Ms McMillan said. “By joining Wendy at Tablelands Relay For Life, you will give hope to all locals affected by cancer and help us get one step closer to a cancer free future. “Relay is an event for anyone, no matter their age or ability, who is inspired to fight back against cancer and make a difference in their local community. “Together, we are stronger than cancer – register for Ta-

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Operating theatre upgrade starts tal during the operating theatre closure. “The Mareeba Hospital will only be able to respond to obstetric emergencies such as emergency caesarean sections during this time,” said Ms Grigg. Pregnant mothers are urged to discuss their options with their Mareeba Hospital midwives. “I understand that the temporary closure of surgical services during the refurbishment period may inconvenience the Mareeba community, staff and patients,” said Ms Grigg. “I expect that there will be construction noise and disruption during the refurbishment.

However, this upgrade is part of planning for the future and ensuring that we have services for our population. “The new endoscopy service also aligns with the Health Service strategy to increase the selfsufficiency of Mareeba Hospital and deliver care closer to home where safe to do so”, said Kerry. Cairns and Hinterland Health Service Chief Executive Clare Douglas said that the new endoscopy service aligns with the Health Service strategy to increase the self-sufficiency of major rural sites, such as Mareeba Hospital.

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HOSPITAL UPGRADE: Mareeba Hospital staff Dr Nikki Patching (Medical Superintendent) Director of Nursing and Midwifery/Facility Manager Kerry Grigg and Michelle Bombardieri (Midwifery and Nurse Unit Manager).

MAREEBA Hospital has started the upgrade of their operating theatre and will reopen with a new endoscopy service for residents. During the 12-week upgrade, the Mareeba operating theatre will only be available for obstetric (maternity) emergency surgery. Dr Nikki Patching, Mareeba Hospital Medical Superintendent said the new endoscopy service will allow the hospital to investigate patients with symp-

toms and diagnose for gastrointestinal tract diseases such as cancers and abnormalities of the digestive tract. “By providing endoscopic services locally we will be able to treat more patients within clinically recommended timeframes and meet increasing future demand for endoscopic services,” said Dr Patching. “An endoscopy/colonoscopy allows doctors to see the lining of a patient’s oesophagus, stomach, or colon. If abnormal areas

are seen, biopsies (tissue samples) can be taken for testing,” Dr Patching explained. Mareeba Acting Director of Nursing and Midwifery/Facility Manager, Ms Kerry Grigg, said that 30 per cent of referrals for endoscopies to Atherton Hospital were for patients who lived closer to Mareeba Hospital. “This new service means we can provide safe and sustainable care closer to home for Mareeba residents,” said Ms Grigg. “We anticipate that the operating the-

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ATHERTON is now home to the number one IGA store in Australia after the Fresh St. Market IGA took home the National Fresh Produce Department of the Year, National GM and Grocery Department of the Year, SUPA IGA Store of the Year and and IGA National Retailer of the Year awards at the annual IGA National Retailer of the Year Awards held on the Gold Coast last week. The national awards were judged on a range of criteria including customer service, community pride, department excellence, brand values, sales, profits, merchandising and the store’s overall performance. Formerly known as Atherton Supa IGA, the Fresh St. Market IGA decided to undergo a rebrand and partial refurbishment to emphasise its focus on fresh foods. This included the addition of a large bulk foods section, new fruit and vegetable bins, an array

of open display cheese barges and interactive facets that enable customers to grind coffee, squeeze orange juice and make nut butters. Their win last week was further reassurance that their decision to rebrand and refurbish worked wonders – and owner and operator Michael Shakes said it is humbling to have won. “We’re very lucky in that this is the second time we have won the overall Retailer of the Year Award, having done so previously in 2010,” he said. “We’re only the second store to have done that in the last 20 years, so it is a great achievement.” Mr Shakes pointed to multiple reasons as to why the Fresh St. Market stood out from its fellow competition. “We see the strength in the customer’s journey,” he said. “Right from when they walk through the door to the point of sale we do everything to ensure

they are having a happy and worthwhile experience. “Our value proposition for customers is another thing I feel allows us to stand out - we are the cheapest independent supermarket in the state and I believe customers appreciate our value driven approach.” Mr Shakes noted that he doesn’t feel the Fresh St. Market would’ve won had they not undergone refurbishments last year. “Given we had been in this current site for ten years, we wouldn’t have won,” he said. “And that rebrand and refurbishment has added to our reputation of being somewhat outside the norm compared to traditional supermarkets.” Mr Shakes said he would like to thank his team for their efforts and in particular the community for their unwavering support.

Explore block chain technology opportunities in horticulture POTENTIAL exporters of fresh and packaged horticulture products will learn how to use block chain technology to tap into emerging digital supply chains at a workshop in Mareeba this Friday, July 26. Funded under the Training in Emerging and Innovative Industries Fund (TEII), the FNQ Growers half-day training session will take participants through the current system requirements and show them how new technology, such as block chain, can help growers target future export markets, from anywhere in the world. Block chain technology is a decentralised record-keeping system and has the potential to streamline food production and delivery. Leanne Kruss, Queensland Agriculture Workforce Network Manager (FNQ), who is deliver-

ing the TEII project on behalf of FNQ Growers, said the workshop would focus on emerging technology that gives control back to exporters and importers, reducing risk and frustration for international traders, and streamlining global trade. “Providing a digital platform for trade finance within a secure trading environment will help the agricultural industry cut costs, and increase security through transparency by utilising block chain technology,” Ms Kruss said. “The workshop will deliver information on customer focused trade finance platforms, totally different to the block chain many have heard about surrounding crypto currency. “This way forward provides a secure environment to negotiate trade deals, share documentation and agree on payment

terms.” Ms Kruss said Far North Queensland horticulture growers were well placed to take advantage of the growing interest in block chain technology. “We are home to an abundance supply of fresh and packaged products, traditional and niche, and combined that with our advanced manufacturing techniques in the region, our growers have a unique opportunity to supply niche export markets using the latest technology.” An export package will be developed and tested as part of the workshop. Register online at www. growcom.com.au/events, or for further information contact Leanne Kruss, TEII Project Officer on 0431 743 633.

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LOTUS Glen Correctional Facility has received an influx of new officers after the Custodial Officer Entry Program graduation ceremony last Thursday at the Mareeba International Club. The officers proudly accepted their responsibility to keep the community safe through the humane containment and rehabilitation of prisoners at the Lotus Glen Correctional Centre. Commissioner Peter Martin

APM was pleased to be on hand to welcome the new custodial correctional officers. “The safety of the community is very important to me and I thank all officers, including the graduates, for their commitment to joining and serving a top-tier public safety agency and boosting the safety and security of the centre and the North Queensland community.” Commissioner Martin said.

“The graduating officers completed the rigorous Custodial Officer Entry Program which focuses on best-practice approaches, including correctional centre practices, behaviour management and places great emphasis on safety including situational awareness and communication, and de-escalation techniques. “These officers will be meeting the high standards we ex-

pect of all our officers within Queensland Corrective Services as they continue to develop their skills.” Member for Cook, Cynthia Lui said Queensland Corrective Services played a vital role in keeping the public safe. “With the comprehensive training the new graduates have received through the Queensland Corrective Services, I am very optimistic about their abil-

ity to meet whatever challenges lie ahead,” Ms Cook said. “Not only is community safety boosted, but it’s also about delivering jobs in the local community in the Far North.” “I am proud as the Member for Cook to welcome the 14 new custodial correctional officers and I wish them well in what is likely to be a rewarding and challenging career keeping their communities safe.”

Graduating officers Leah Moser and Alex Holland were ecstatic about graduating. “It was really good, knowledgeable, great trainers and a great team,” Alex said. “It’s been a great experience, if you’ve got the right mind frame I’d recommend it, 100%” Leah said. “We’d like to thank our wonderful trainers Scott Broadly and Cam Salerno.”

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THE residents of Mareeba and surrounding district would have once again read today in the “The Express” that the Mareeba Shire Council has signed off on the ownership of the Mareeba Bowls Club and that the $1.08 million dollar State Government grant they received for the upgrade of the Bowls Club – including a new clubhouse for the Bowls Club – will be known as the “HUB” and will incorporate the relocation of the Mareeba Public Library from its present location in Byrnes Street – our CBD. I am not sure if the residents of Mareeba are aware that currently there are some 25 vacant shops and offices in our CBD and the Mareeba Shire Council will add to this

number when the Mareeba Public Library is relocated 3 kilometres to the East on Anzac Avenue and the present site in Byrnes Street is left vacant – to add to this number of vacant buildings in our main CBD, our Local Member of Parliament Ms Cynthia Lui has once again confirmed in “The Express” today that she will vacating her office in the Mareeba Post Office Centre in the very near future and relocating to Cairns to be more central to her electorate of Cook? This will bring the number of vacant shops/offices in our CBD to 27. I am well aware Mareeba is developing in all aspects but we are still a large rural town of some 10,000 residents in the immediate town boundary and some 20,000 in the Mareeba Shire boundary and our Central Business District will be core to daily business for our residents for many years to come. To deplete our Central

Business District of the core services to our community must be questioned and should be questioned by the general public of our Mareeba Shire Council particularly when no real face to face consultation has occurred on the relocation of our Mareeba Public Library. I cannot believe that our Mareeba Chamber of Commerce have been silent throughout this whole debate and are not questioning the removal of our Mareeba Public Library from the CBD – the chamber needs to be encouraging businesses into our CBD. Is Mareeba CBD open for business or do we all really don't care? The CBD must be the focal point of Mareeba and this message must be relayed loud and clear to our community leaders. DENIS MCKINLEY Concerned rate payer and resident of Mareeba

Herberton Post Office takes out retail service award HERBERTON Post Office has been recognised as one of this year’s Australia Post Licensee Award recipients for its excellence in customer service. Taking fifth place for Queensland, the Herberton Post Office received the award for

excellence in customer service and Post Office operations, as well as its contribution to its local community. Australia Post State General Manager Anita Britcher said the Herberton Post Office is a deserving winner.

“These awards acknowledge the hard work our licensed partners commit to communities and Australia Post. It’s only fitting that we recognise and celebrate the wonderful service the Herberton Post Office provides its customers,” Ms Britcher said.

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THANK YOU TO THE FIREWORKS SPONSORS: Junction Hotel, Adrian and Joan Schincariol Electrical Contractor, DB Engineering, Rob’s Plumbing and Gas Fitting, Dimbulah Post Office, Elders Insurance, Dimbulah Motors, Grant and Laurelle Gundersen (Boon Moo Station), Dimbulah Soccer Club, Frank and Rosina De Iacavo, Dimbulah Butchery, G & G De Lai Fuel Distributors, Silvano Pinese, Cutz and Curls, Tony White Constructions, Amalgamated Pest Control and P & G Auto. THANK YOU TO THE FESTIVAL SPONSORS: Chano Trentin’s All Wheel Drive Centre, Hartley’s Crocodile Adventure, Kuranda Scenic Railway, Dimbulah Health and Beauty, Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, Coffee Works, Discount Drug Stores, Tableland Driver Training, Quicksilver Group, Mareeba Glass & Aluminium, G.A. Sclippa Solicitor, Central Tyre Service, Mareeba Cleaning Services, O’Donnells Office Power, Apels Solicitors and Notary, Duesdurys Accountants and Advisors, Moros Auto Repairs, Paronella Park, Miller Teitzel Tax Agents and Accountants, A & N.Brazzale, Beef Joint Butchery, J and C Buljubasich, Blakey’s Brakes and Aircon Services, LM Engineering, Paul Jerome Paint and Panel, Mareeba Leagues Club, Reef Casino, Mary Kay Cosmetics-Kristy Cumming, G & G De Lai Fuel Distributors, Marama Jewellers, Claude Cater Mensland, CWA Dimbulah, Billy Tea Bush Safaris, Mamu Tropical Skywalk, Cairns Hot-Air Balloon, Mareeba News, Floral Magic, Fresh Street Market IGA, Big Pete’s Plumbing, RTS Concreting, McMahon’s Electrical Mareeba Betta Living, Mareeba Toyota Hanson Ford, Mareeba Leagues Club, McDonald’s, Mercedes Gonzalez Travel ,Outback Solar and Wind, Ida Portella business and travel and services , House of Flori, Kuranda Koala and Gardens, Selita Tree Hedging, Bird World Kuranda, Domigo Coffee, Your Bowen Therapist, Salt house, Cairns Total Phyiso, Lowes Petroleum Service, Pulllman Hotels and Resorts, Lamont Transport, Love Them Flowers, Dimbulah Onestop, Mareeba Heritage Coffee Shop, Vicenzo’s Coffee Lounge, Cleall’s Meats, Tableland Girle’s Sign Shop, Dave’s Cool Air, Elders Tolga, Carrol Bros and ShepHAIR’D. THANK YOU TO ALL THE COMMUNITY CLUBS, SCHOOLS & BUSINESSESS: Dimbulah Horse & Pony Club, Dimbulah State School P & C, Sue Posma, Summer’s Icecreams, Michael and Theresa Samanes, St Anthony’s P & F, The Dimbulah Community Kindergarten & Childcare Centre, Ted Bailey’s Cafe Crema, Cindy Lou’s Cafe, Mareeba Netball Association who fed the crowds with their delicious food and beverages. A MAJOR THANK YOU TO THE VOLUNTEERS, SPORTING & MULTICULTURAL CLUBS, LOCAL ORGANISATIONS, BUSINESSESS, SCHOOLS & MEMBERS OF THE DIMBULAH AND MUTCHILBA COMMUNITITES WHO HELPED TO SET UP, SERVE, CLEAN UP & ASSISTED GENERALLY IN MAKING THE FESTIVAL RUN SMOOTHLY: Dimbulah Butchery, TGT Dimbulah, Junction Hotel, Dimbulah Health and Beauty , Dimbulah CWA, Tammy & Keith Sivyer, Xtrheem Taekwondo, Ben Johnson, Mark & Viv Williams-Pacific Music, Dave Hart, Coastal Broadcasters, Stallon Security, Anika Cater, Dimbulah Community Centre and Helen Bryce for their involvement, enthusiasm, and participation. Special thanks to Lamont Transport for the use of their trucks, trailer and mobile office. Brian Rowling for doing a fantastic job as the M.C. and Dimbulah QFRS for leading the street parade. Thank you the Mareeba Shire Council for their continued in kind support which provides crucial services and support to community club events and projects such as ours. To our local entertainers who gave up their time to come out and perform – We especially thank Mareeba Air Cadets, Dimbulah State School Band, St Anthony’s Parish School, St Stevens & St Thomas Combined Saints Band, FNQ Axeman’s Association, KL Performance Industry, The Dance Agency, Becci Nethery, Aurelle Brunjes, Pryotechnique Fire Dance Theatre and Careless Band. A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR QUEEN ENTRANTS & THEIR SPONSORS, THE KING ENTRANTS & JUDGES. Congratulations to the 2019 winners! Queen – Hannah Macleod, Princess – Eliza Jeannie-May Lyall, Miss Personality – Natalia Westwood and Charity Queen – Hannah Macleod.

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Christmas in July cruises into Mareeba

Mareeba Shire Mayor Tom Gilmore with local nomads and event organisers Des and Maureen Lane welcome everyone to come and enjoy the Christmas in July celebrations. THE 22nd annual Christmas in July celebrations are set to explode onto Davies Park, Mareeba this Thursday until Sunday July 28. The popular event, hosted by the Far North Nomads chapter, welcomes all those who travel away from winter’s cold bite in the south. Hundreds of motorhomes and grey nomads from across Australia make the pilgrimage to Mareeba each year. There will be live entertainment, raffles, novelty events, markets and a special Christmas dinner

held under the night sky. First time event organisers Maureen and Des Lane hope to see lots of locals through the gate. “We’re expecting upwards of 240 motorhomes to come in from all over Australia,” she said. “We want to keep it in Mareeba for what it brings for Mareeba. “People from all around Australia tell us how they look forward to Christmas in July.” “It’ll be a fun day,” Maureen

said. Funds raised from Christmas in July will go to the Mayors Christmas Appeal and to supporting local organisations. An open day for the public will be held on Sunday July 28 from 9am to 3pm where a gold coin donation taken at the gate will go to supporting local charities. There will be market stalls, food stalls and motorhome displays available. For more information contact Maureen Lane on 0419 029 369.

Fossett inducted into Hall of Fame

Mareeba Rodeo President Peter Brown with Pat Fossett and Graham Fossett at the Mareeba Rodeo. PHOTO: PETER ROY PHOTOGRAPHER.

THE 2019 Mareeba Rodeo saw just its second Hall of Fame inductee as Bill Fossett was recognised for his commitment and extensive involvement with the Mareeba Rodeo Association that spanned decades. Bill passed away last year – therefore his Hall of Fame induction was accepted on his behalf by his son Graham who travelled from New South Wales for the event. Bill was one of the Mareeba Rodeo’s most influential figures, and Mareeba Rodeo Association President Peter Brown spoke about the enormous impact Bill had in his more than four decades with the association.

“Bill was an extremely active member who dedicated so much time to the roles of Secretary and President of the Mareeba Rodeo Association,” he said. “I don’t think too many people realise the amount of work that goes into organising a Mareeba Rodeo – and Bill was someone who devoted every day to ensure it has become the success that it is today. “In addition, not only did Bill hold a presidency position with the Mareeba Rodeo Association, he also held one within the Australian Bushmen’s Campdraft and Rodeo Association (ABCRA) which is something definitely worth noting.”

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Mr Brown said Bill was a no-nonsense type of person who garnered the respect of everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him. “He was quite an old-fashioned, straight down the line sort of character who was wellrespected,” he said. “When Bill spoke everybody listened – and I think that approach was needed for such a tiring and demanding role that organising a Mareeba Rodeo is.” Bill’s induction into the Mareeba Rodeo Association’s Hall of Fame follows that of Jim Blakeney.

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Mareeba Rodeo results AS the dust settles on what was an enormously successful 2019 Mareeba Rodeo, there were highlights aplenty right across the weekend as participants travelled from far and wide to test themselves against some of the most well-respected rodeo competitors in the country. There were an abundance of rodeo events for people of all ages to enjoy; however arguably the most sought-after events over the weekend were the

Open Bullride, Open Bareback and the Open Saddle Bronc. Those three events were hotly contested and there was great competitive fervour on display – and it was Michael Smith who took out the Open Bullride while Gerard Oversby and Jason Collins were victorious in the Open Bareback and Open Saddle Bronc respectively. In the Cowpokes, Riley McNeill and Chloe Boundy were awarded the Senior Cowboy and

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Cowgirl gongs, whilst Samual Morris and Tiama Tiraboschi were named Junior Cowboy and Cowgirl. Lastly, in the much-anticipated Mareeba Rodeo Queen Competition which took place on Friday night, it was Kayla Amos who was named the 2019 Rodeo Queen. In addition, Clayre Girgenti was named Princess and Caitlin Murray received Miss Popularity.

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Open Bareback: Gerard Oversby Open Bullride: Michael Smith Open Saddle Bronc: Jason Collins Rope & Tie: Darcy Kersh Steer Wrestling: Jock Bone-Langdon Team Roping: Ryley Gibb andChris Cameron Novice Bullride: Dan Ruhland Novice Saddle Bronc: Bradley Rolley Steer Undecorating: Tracy Martin Barrel Race: Suzie Fearon Breakaway Roping: Robyn McKellar Junior Steer Ride U8: Nate Roberts Junior Steer Ride 8-U11: Levi Ward Junior Steer Ride 11-U14: Willoughby Young Junior Bullride 14-U18: Braith Nock Junior Breakaway Roping: Joebie McPhee Junior Barrel Race: Mackenna Terry Champion Senior Cowboy: Darcy Kersh Champion Senior Cowgirl: Suzie Fearon Champion Junior Cowboy: Braith Nock and Levi Ward Champion Junior Cowgirl: Bobbi Ward

Front Garden: Maria Savaglio Town Garden: Millie Bernardi Rural Residential Garden: Kathryn Edwards Best Seniors Garden: Janice and Sam Adil Best New Garden: Amanda McCall Best Outdoor Living Area: Kerry Nethery Best Vegetable Garden: Mt Molloy State School Commercial Garden: Mareeba Police Station Best Native Garden: Roger Smith Facebook People’s Choice: Biboohra State School Most Sustainable Garden: Mt Molloy State School Encouragement Award: Lilly Beattie Hall of Fame: Mt Molloy State School (Have won Most Sustainable Garden category three years in a row) Champion Garden: Millie Bernardi

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HTM Complete is a specialist agricultural technology company that undertakes complex cutting-edge irrigation management projects. Working in the farming industry it quickly became apparent that irrigated agriculture was more than measuring soil moisture levels but also encompassed whole crop organization including fertilizer management and pest and disease control. Agricultural producers need to not underestimate the value of correctly scheduled irrigation as HTM Complete has many examples of yield increases exceeding 100%. In response to feedback from our clients we saw the need for integrated software that combines not just irrigation water management but other farm management activities such as pest and disease monitoring, spray control strategies and job and personnel management. Based on advice from local

farmers we developed over the last three years a multi-tool program that has evolved to be called Farm in ONE that is easy to operate, intuitive and has been trialed successfully by several of our customers. Our program, Farm in ONE offers a complete visual display of the farm showing all blocks and devices through the integrated mapping platform which allows the user to manage multiple farms in different locations.

Many farmers are using numerous control systems and software applications to manage precision agricultural production. Farm in ONE replaces all of these and can also be used with existing equipment, thus saving the farmer extra expense in having to change all equipment over to meet the software they are currently using. Another unique feature of Farm in ONE is its facility to be used

online and offline. It can be used on any internal Wi-Fi network, it is completely functional without the internet and will upload all content when the device is online again. If you are interested in a demonstration and a 14 day free trial please contact info@htmcomplete.com.au and check out our website at https://farminone. com.au/.

The team at HTM Complete recently attended the Hort Connections Conference in Melbourne to showcase their new Farm Management program, Farm in ONE. Feedback from other exhibitors and attendees was the software is very competitive with other Farm Management web interface currently available both domestically and internationally and the fact that it can integrate with any brand of monitoring device and its associated program being a

HTM Complete staff have also worked on a project collaborating with Manski Education to develop iFarm. The project was developed from a desire to promote agriculture within schools and to encourage careers in the agricultural industry. iFarm is an agricultural training module for schools that computerises a mini farm model demonstrating water management, solar energy, recycling, soil quality and the use of natural fertiliser. It teaches students future farming concepts, efficiency and management using technology

winning advantage. Another unique feature is General Tasks which encompasses OH&S as well as task and staff management including managing all contractors and providing alerts for workplace health and safety issues. HTM Complete were also very proud to win the Tablelands Business Excellence Award for Regional Innovators in June as a local business and we wish to thank all our loyal customers for their support over the last few years.

that is used in current farming practices. iFarm is a program designed for educational purposes providing students with knowledge, fun, a user-friendly platform, career building, team building skills and use as an educational tool building knowledge in science, coding and robotics, agronomy, food technology and engineering. HTM Complete and Manski hope to see iFarm in every school in Australia to educate students about the importance of technology in today’s agricultural industries and to promote agricultural awareness.

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Saving money in a family law property settlement

Local singer makes debut Cliff Wiseman of Herberton has released his debut album titled “Well How Then?”

When it comes to family law, people are generally aware of the benefits of formalising parenting arrangements and ensuring child support arrangements are in place, however, little seems to be known of the financial benefits of family law property settlements. Let me tell you, there are many. Formalising your family law property settlement whether through court orders (preferably reached by consent) or a financial agreement, can have major financial and other benefits for you and your family. Today we will focus on two of them. 1. Properly documented property settlements attract stamp duty exemptions on the transfer of dutiable property. For example, if the husband/de facto partner owns real property worth $700,000 the stamp duty payable on the transfer of the property to the wife/ other de facto partner is $17,350. However, were that transfer to occur pursuant to a family law court order or financial agreement duty is not payable, saving the parties $17,350. Beware, a statutory declaration or other written agreement recording the property settlement will not attract the exemption. 2. Automatic capital gains tax rollover relief may also be attracted by the transfer of assets in a properly documented family law settlement. This relief means that no capital gains tax is payable by the transferor on the transfer of capital gains tax property, such as an investment property, to his or her former partner in a family law settlement. Further, the transferee spouse will only make the capital gain (or loss) when they subsequently dispose of the investment property, which could be many years later. Again, this can be a huge financial relief for separating couples already grappling with the financial fallout of separation or divorce. It is also important to be aware of the time limits for commencing Family Law Court proceedings or formalising property settlements through consent orders, being 2 years from separation for de facto couples and 12 months from a final divorce order for married couples. For legal advice about your family law property settlement or any other family law issues, contact our expert family lawyers in Cairns and Mareeba on 4036 9700 or 4036 9780.

TO celebrate NAIDOC Week Aboriginal elder and RAAF Veteran Cliff Wiseman released his debut album titled “Well How Then?” an album consisting of 15 songs produced locally in Herberton. Cliff has spent time during his retirement to compose guitar riffs and country music melodies for the new album. His efforts have won him an Encouragement Award at the Far North Queensland Country Festival in 2018 along with a certificate for song writing at the Yungaburra Music Festival. “He was so excited when he got the certificate,” said his caretaker; Karen Ann. He performs at folk festi-

vals and local open mic nights spreading his love for country music. “I wanted to make songs that anyone around the world could sing,” he said. “If an eskimo wanted to pick up a guitar and sing a love song to his wife he could use one of mine. “I’ve taken inspiration from a lot of American country music.” He credits his entire career to Johnny McGrath of Petford. “I wouldn’t be where I am today if it wasn’t for Johnny and the entire McGrath family,” he said. “I couldn’t sing in front of people, I’m a bit of a closet singer.

“I didn’t start singing in front of people until I got into the Air Force. “My voice is unique as well; people have trouble matching my voice to my face. “I’m a bit of a Susan Boyle,” he laughed. Being a RAAF Veteran Cliff has experienced many special occasions in his life, including three encounters with the Queen and meeting Nelson Mandela. “He was a great man and it was an honour to stand in his shadow,” he said. “I asked him; ‘how do you know that you’ve done enough for your family and your country? And he responded, well your still breathing aren’t you?”

“I’ve met the Queen three times and she is an amazing lady.” The Queen even went so far as singling Cliff out on several occasions as he was the only Aboriginal RAAF member at that time. “She would walk right up to me and say ‘How are you Clifford’ he laughed. “I was only in the RAAF for seven years.” “But that’s when I started signing in front of people.” At age 8 he was given a guitar, at age 16 he was singing and strumming along to artists like Buddy Holly, Charlie Pride and Jim Reeves, and at 22 he started writing his own material. All of his songs are locally recorded with the help of Kevin Davis. “He’s made me sound like a million dollars,” he said. “I’ve got my own set up here, so I do some work on them before we go over. “Making an album has always been on my wish list.” Cliff’s album includes three singles titled; “Hey Babe”, “Lovely Women” and “Mesmerized” Despite claiming the hardships of making an album, he already has a second one in the works. “If I knew it was this hard, I never would’ve tried to make an album,” he laughed. “We sat around for two weeks thinking of a title for the album. “Eventually we settled on an old murry phrase; ‘Well how then?’” Cliff’s album “Well How Then?” can be heard online. For more information about Cliff, his inspirations and his story, go to his website at cliffwiseman. com/about-cliff

PHOTOof the week The members choice winner of the Tablelands and Surrounds Photography Group this week is... JON WESTAWAY The theme was – Two of the Same. “I was on the old Kamerunga Bridge when I photographed these 2 Welcome Swallows. Swallows come here in numbers to build their mud nests under the bridge. These two flew onto the bridge and seemed to be totally at ease and unconcerned by the fact that I was sitting barely 2 metres in front of them, which really helped me to achieve this sharp image and show off their vibrant colours.” Camera: Canon EOS 5D Mark III, Lens: Canon 70-200mm f/2.8L with 1.4X extender, Settings: 1/500 sec. Aperture f/5.6 @ 280 mm; ISO 400.

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New from the ground up THIS newly constructed home has been thoughtfully designed with the family in mind. With spacious interiors, quality finishes and modern colour scheme the open plan living space is ideal for entertaining friends and those large family get-togethers. This is the ideal home to put down roots and grow. The modern and clean lines give this home great street appeal and your first impressions will generate a feeling of home and family. It has four bedrooms, two bathrooms, tiled flooring throughout, LED downlights, air conditioning, ceiling fans and Stone benchtops in kitchen and bathrooms. Impressive inside and out, the large outdoor under cover patio is great for entertaining and there’s a good sized backyard for pets and kids to run around. Everything is done. The gardens are done, the irrigation is done, the

fence is up, the turf is down so all you have to do is move in and add your own personal touches. Imagine yourself living here, imagine your family living here. • Eligible for First Home Owners Grant • Four bedrooms, two bathrooms. Master has ensuite and generous walk in

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Designed with the family in mind, this new home features spacious interiors, quality finishes and an open plan living space ideal for entertaining friends and family robe • Open plan family living – kitchen, dining, living area. • Large sliding doors opening from living space onto covered outdoor patio • 220m2 living space under roof • Modern, muted tones throughout with tiled floors, stone benchtops, LED downlights

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er and it’s close proximity to everything a family needs. Amaroo Estate is a favoured location, just minutes from town, schools, sporting precincts, medical facilities and shops and lots of family activities in every direction. Visit the majestic waterfalls, go boating and swimming on Lake Tinaroo, active Community Groups and more. To arrange a private inspection speak to exclusive agent Vince Costas 0419 926 691 or come to the ‘Twilight Open Home’ today, Wednesday, July 24, from 5pm to 7pm. Phone 0419 926 691 or 4092 2232.

154 Hastie Road, MAREEBA $435,000 EXCLUSIVE to Vince Costas Central Realty Mareeba 0419 926 691 or 4092 2232

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Your very own private resort OFFERING quiet resort style living with generous living spaces, you and your family have finally found what you’ve been searching for. This sprawling masterbuilt family home is set in a quiet cul-de-sac on 4000 sqm and was thoughtfully designed to provide families room to move and grow into. With a total of 4 bedrooms, 3 separate living areas, 2 bathrooms and multiple outdoor living spaces, this spectacular home is in complete harmony with the beautiful leafy surrounds. Designed with the sophisticated family in mind, this magnificent master-built family home showcases an expansive floor plan that creates the construction of living comfortably. Relax with a glass of wine by the pool under the Bali Hut watching the sun set… barbecue with friends on the oversized rear entertainment area… or watch the kids run around the spacious backyard and splash in the sparkling pool. This ultimate family home provides you with the ‘must haves’ in-home luxury and is designed to take full advantage of its private leafy surrounds and oozes the essence of North Queensland resort style living.

Year-round dining, entertaining or simply relaxing at the end of a busy day becomes an absolute joy in this once in a lifetime home. The gourmet kitchen is positioned in the heart of the home and showcases classic timber cabinetry, spacious island bench, quality appliances, including a 5-burner gas stove top and 900mm oven. It offers beautiful simplicity and functionality, fit for any home ‘Master Chef’. Cleverly separated and private is the master bedroom with ensuite complete with a large walk in robe and views of the pool and gardens. All the other three bedrooms are generous in size and each with built-ins. The separate games room provides for endless indoor entertainment complete with a built-in bar. The features certainly don’t stop with a massive shed measuring 15m x 9m and concrete walkway to the Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

side and front leading to the house provides for clean traffic to and throw. At the rear of the shed is the bore location which services the underground irrigation system, the property in total has 5 watering stations covering the entire of the property under irrigation without using town water. This great Wyandra location comes fenced with electronic entrance gate, offering an outstanding lifestyle certainly one that will be enjoyed by all family and friends. For further information or to arrange a private inspection please contact exclusive marketing agent Andrew Rogato on 0418 183 444. Visit www.rogatobros. com.au/1728152

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oven with gas cooktop, canopy rangehood & wide fridge space allowance with water connection point • Laundry with built-in cabinetry • 3kw solar power system with 5kw invertor • Tinted windows and crim safe style security screens throughout • Garage with one-bay extended to 7.4m deep allowing for storage of a boat or lengthy ute • 6m x 4m powered, colourbond shed • Exposed aggregate driveway • Fully fenced and landscaped 1051m2 allotment with double gated side acAddress: Price: Agent: Contact:

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cess, attractive Zoyzia turf, auto irrigation on timer and no rear neighbours If your looking for the perfect modern, family entertainer that will tick all the boxes….your search ends here. What a superb lifestyle this property offers! With so many features and so much room it can’t be judged from the street. Inspection is highly recommended – open for inspection this Saturday from 10.00am to 12noon. For further information or to arrange a private inspection please call exclusive agent Joe Torrisi on 0417 700 468. 42 Jacana Close, MAREEBA $429,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Joe Torrisi Joe Torrisi Real Estate 0417 700 468

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On site, Corner of Mulligan Highway and Peninsula Developmental Road, the Gateway to Cape York. • 2.91 ha, over 7 acres • Zoned rural/rural activity • Chainwire fenced • Town water • Local school • Sheds • Town power and solar • Residence with large verandahs Only 2 hours drive, via sealed roads to Mareeba and 1 hour to Cooktown to high schools hospital, cafes, clubs, bank, supermarket, wharf and boat ramp to access the Great Barrier Reef Contact John Hay.

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$209,000neg. • Three generous size bedrooms • Brand new bathroom • Combined lounge and dining • Functional and partially renovated kitchen • Hardwood timber floors • High ceilings • Lovely casement windows • Large shed

• Fully fenced 1012m2 allotment • New carport extension • Front tiled patio • Located in a quiet cul-de-sac Features such as the large amount of casement windows help capture any breezes and allow loads of natural light to flood into this comfortable size home. The high ceiling, roof pitch and

the concrete stumps that lift the home off the ground, are all from an era where homes were designed and built to best suit our climate and to this day still work extremely well. All these features plus charm and its lovely street appeal are what makes this property, definitely worth a look.

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GARLIC BUTTER SMASHED SWEET POTATOES WITH PARMESAN CHEESE Ingredients 4 medium sweet potatoes

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1. Place sweet potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Bring to the boil; cook, covered for 20 -25 minutes or until just fork-tender. Drain well.

A light spray of olive oil 3 tablespoons melted butter

May 22 to June 21

Don’t expect new acquaintances to be completely honest about themselves. You need time to rejuvenate. Invite friends or relatives into your home. This is not the best day to visit relatives who get on your nerves.

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3. Mix together the butter, garlic and parsley. Pour the mixture over each sweet potato. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and lightly spray with olive oil spray.

June 22 to July 22

Friends and relatives may be hard to take this week. Your domestic scene could continue to be in an uproar this week. Arguments may flare up in your home. Don’t let the cat out of the bag.

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2. Lightly grease a large baking sheet or tray with cooking oil spray. Arrange sweet potatoes onto the sheet and use a fork to LIGHTLY flatten each piece (they will be soft, so try not to press too hard or they will end up breaking and mashed).

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Be sure you get accurate information. Your tendency to dramatize may be a little much for your partner to take constantly. Social events will be favorable.

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Throw yourself into your work. Make career changes that may increase your income. Pamper yourself for a change. You can receive recognition for the work you’ve done.

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7. A restaurant or cafe. 8. Ingratiating and wheedling in a way that is regarded as insincere or excessive. 9. Grant to someone the use of something on the understanding that it will be returned. 10. A small book or magazine containing pictures and information about a product or service. 11. A person with an attractive and engaging personality. 13. A small hill or mound. 15. A coniferous tree with bunches of deciduous bright green needles, found in cool regions of the northern hemisphere. 16. Play a ball or card wrongly, badly, or in contravention of the rules. 18. A device controlling the flow of fuel or power to an engine. 19. Metal drawn out into the form of a thin flexible thread or rod. 21. Make a sudden involuntary expulsion of air from the nose and mouth due to irritation of one’s nostrils.

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1. A 1995 comedy-drama film, co-written and directed by Chris Noonan, starring a talking pig. 2. A book or table listing standard numerical calculations or other kinds of information presented formulaically. 3. A child’s word for sleep. 4. A man’s broad silk necktie. 5. Detergent in the form of a powder for washing clothes, bed linen, etc. 6. A device consisting of a circular canopy of cloth on a folding metal frame supported by a central rod. 12. The practice among some peoples of collecting the heads of dead enemies as trophies. 14. Impressive delicacy and skill. 17. Complete; absolute. 20. A piece of old cloth

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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! DO YOU KNOW? That Krishna was born of a virgin mother Devaki, his birth being announced by a star, spirits and angels danced and sang at his birth, wise men came from the east with gifts, he was born in a cave and was adored by shepherds. the ruler tried to destroy him after his birth and ordered the massacre of all new born males. 4092 7761

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Funeral

Millicent Roseanne ‘Milli’ NASH-WASON

DEBBIE BOARDMAN

Late of Mt. Kooyong Nursing Home. Formerly of Mareeba. Passed away peacefully on the 11th of July, 2019. Dearly loved Mother of Vincent, Colin, William, Jennifer, Cedric and Karen, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Great Great Grandmother, Sister and Aunty. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Millicent’s Funeral Service to be held at St. George’s Anglican Church, Mareeba on Thursday 25th July, 2019 commencing at 10.30am. At the conclusion of the service the cortege will then proceed to the Mareeba Cemetery.

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Pets

ADOPT-A-PET My name is Micah. I am such a handsome lad. I can’t understand why I haven’t found a home yet. Please come and meet me and my friends. Phone 40923060 for more information.

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Garage Sale Extended to this Saturday!

HOME SALE

This is a garage sale with a difference! Most of the items for sale are in as new condition. Those that aren’t are priced accordingly. THEY INCLUDE: Kitchen, lounge & dining room ornaments, plants, power tools and men’s gear. And lots of other goodies too numerous to mention. Things you don’t normally see at home sales! SO COME TO OUR PLACE THIS SATURDAY JULY 27 Browse around and pick up some quality gear.

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But only from 7am to 12 Noon!

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Position Vacant

Funeral Celebrant Final farewells with respect. Phone 0410 328 357

Jeweller BRETT Thompson Jeweller. Watch batteries and jewellery repairs. Ph 0437 800 892.

Skip Bins

SKIP BINS AVAILABLE ALL SIZES PHONE 4095 5182

Garage Sale 134 Bilwon Rd, Biboohra Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th July FROM 7AM

Household goods: retro and antique, furniture, knick knacks, massage table, large collection books incl. novels, gardening, dolls, humourous, poultry. Also range of gardening tools and associated goods, furniture and potted plants, solid timber hi-set poultry cages (suit show birds). EVERYTHING MUST GO! All under $5! Kitchenware, materials, linen and much more. 47 Ward St, Mareeba. Saturday 27th July.

Butcher BILL Black Mobile Butcher. Hang up to 7 days. 0408 922 812.

Intensive Family Support Worker Fixed Term Position located on Mornington Island Mission Australia is a Christian community service organisation with a nationwide team of over 2900 that helps people to regain their independence. We reduce homelessness and strengthen communities through homelessness initiatives and affordable housing, early learning and youth services, family support, and employment and skills development. Interested candidates must have extensive experience: • Delivering intensive case management support to young people and their families, including participation in youth activities, lead and supporting other staff and implement intensive family support plans. • Record and submit accurate and appropriately detailed information to support program outcomes. • Implement ongoing personal and professional development strategies and plans to improve job performance and work relationships. Qualifications & Experience • Relevant qualifications or experience, including previous work in remote communities. • A demonstrated knowledge and understanding of indigenous societies and cultures. • Demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively effectively with indigenous people. • National Police and Working with Children check • Minimum Class C Drivers Licence

For further information please contact Area Manager, Michael Musumeci on 0455 065 984 or visit http://careers.missionaustralia.com.au Mission Australia is dedicated to increasing opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. Learn about out Reconciliation Action Plan.

Join us and stand together with Australians in need until they can stand for themselves.

MAREEBA U N ITED FOOTBALL CLU B

CARETAKER

The Mareeba United Football Club is searching for a suitably qualiﬁed and able person for the position of Caretaker at our grounds at Borzi Park. 25 hours per week minimum and up to 38 hours if required at times. Award wages apply.

CARETAKER

Wanted to look after small house in Normanton, start ASAP. Will be provided with own room and use of amenities. For more info contact Doug on 4745 1200

In Home Assistance Mareeba Respite & Care Service

Duties will include but not limited to: • Supervision of Work for the Dole • Grounds keeping • General maintenance • Game day preparations

Forward a covering letter and resume to Remo Terranova: president@mareebabulls.com Or Call 0418 188 556 for more information Applications close July 26th, 2019.

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EXPRESS SPORT PORT ATHERTON ROOSTERS HOMEGAME

Reserve Grade players Brayden Prandolini.

Saturday July 20

ABOVE: Three-year-old Quade Binello will beanie up and support the Roosters Beanies for Brain Cancer round this Saturday. RIGHT: Shane Knuth MP will also be joining the Beanies for Brain Cancer day at the Senior Roosters game this Saturday.

Above, Reserve Grades Dean Soley and below, Marcus Pedro.

First Grade player Ned Blackman.

Strong defence from the Roosters in Saturday nights first grade game.

Junior Gladiators reap rep rewards SEVERAL Mareeba Junior Gladiators players have sharpened their skills after recently competing for representative sides in Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast Tyler Srhoj, Jake Bombardieri, Cain Hastie, Cayde Miller and Chase Sheppard have all returned from representative duties the wiser and have gained invaluable experience. Tyler, Jake, Cayde and

Chase played in the U12 State School Boys Championships in Brisbane while Cain played on the Sunshine Coast for the U14 division. Junior Gladiators player Cain Hastie was happy with his performance in the squad. “I thought I went alright,” he said. “It was a lot bigger and a lot faster compared to the club level. “This experience has

showed me what standard everybody is at and what you’ve got to be at.” Bryce Fincham and Sawyer Nehow were selected for the U13 NQ development squad in Townsville preparing the boys for what rep has to offer. All boys involved will be pushing hard for next year’s selection with Cain hoping to make the Queensland side.

RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS MAREEBA RIFLE CLUB The Mareeba Rifle Club shot a 2 X 900yd comp. on Sunday the 21 July 2019. The conditions were very good. F Open: D. Williams (Mareeba): (10/11): 58.3; 65.5 – 123.8. TR: M. Beecham (Mareeba): (15/15): 71.6; 70.5 – 141.11. D. Ford (Mareeba):(15/15): 71.6; 75.6 – 146.12. MAREEBA BOWLS CLUB Wednesday July 17th : Winners: Lorraine Mills, Kevin Thornberry, Rose Parry, Lorraine Cummings. Thursday: Winners: Peter Stevens, Brian Fitzpatrick R/U: Lorraine Cummings, Bob Pitson. Sunday: Winners: Lorraine Mills, Sue Soda, John Burns R/U: Shirley Petrie, Peter Stevens, Peter Soda. MAREEBA GOLF CLUB Results for week ending 21.07.2019: Thursday 18July 9 Hole Sporters Stableford sponsored by the Club. Winner: Peter Johnston (24). Runner up: Elso Iuretigh (23) Pin Shot No 8 Grant Cupitt, Raffle Jon Shearer. Saturday

20 July 18 Hole 4BBB Medley Aggregate Stableford. Winners Ken Flood and Ron Blake (77). Runners Up Mike Blunt and Henry Guy (74). Sunday 21 July: Curtis Family Community Golf Day. 18 Hole 3 Ball Ambrose. Winners Stallan’s Security 59 Brett Stallan Paul Smithwick and Russel Palmer. Runners Up The Clamperts 59 ½ Grant Cupitt Jacqui Lambert and Tim Lambert. Second Runners Up Dunrite Sheds 60 ½ Michael France Jarrod France and Kyle Hastie. ARCHERY The Tableland Company of Archers was one of the clubs that hosted the National Indoor Championships across Australia. This event was a World Archery and Archery Australia sanctioned event with scores being calculated electronically and sent to Archery Australia at the same time. Nine Barrier Coast archers came up from Cairns to help make a full line up of archers across the hall. An Australian Indoor Round was shot first, followed by a World

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Archery Indoor Round which was held in the Sports Hall on Walsh Street, Mareeba. Results Double AA 18m Indoor and WA 18m Indoor Round: (consists of 60 arrows each at 18m on 3 spot or 40cm faces). Master’s Men’s Compound: J Green 586, 563; T Goodwin 558, 553; T Finn 558, 519 (BCA); S Maas 509, 495 (BCA). Master’s Women’s Compound: MM Swe 481, 480. Veteran Men’s Compound: G Hinsby 576, 553 (BCA); R Hodgetts 568,544; N Sedorkin 551, 539 (BCA); A Whitton 526, 526; N Addis 497,503 (BCA). Veteran Men’s BB Recurve: G Patten 506, 491. Veteran Women’s Compound: H Bochow 452,452. Open Men’s Compound: C Glasser 573, 550 (BCA); J Hawken 570, 518 (BCA), R Chapman 548, 516 (BCA), R Wachtler 524, 522. Intermediate Boys Compound: V Falvo 454, 451; C Maas 406, 409 (BCA). Intermediate Girls Recurve: 209, 311 (first tournament). Cub Boys Compound: A Hodgetts 359, 289 (first 3 spot face).

Mareeba junior Gladiators Tyler Srhoj, Jake Bombardieri, Cain Hastie, Cayde Miller, Bryce Fincham and Chase Sheppard have all gained invaluable experience.

Proudly supporting junior sport

MAREEBA BULLS – UNDER 15/16’s Back: Coach Allan Prizmic, Arli Sheppard, Joey Srhoj, Tommy Burcombe, Blake Tahir, Sunnie Fraser, Josh Srhoj, Anthony Yantumba , Baden Williamson, Assistant Coach: Neil Burcombe. Front: Anthony Falcomer, Jackson Firth, Anton Prizmic, James Dalziel, Dante Cadorin, Callum Zungo and Michael Martin. Absent: Ryan Ferguson.

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EXPRESS SPORT PORT

TABLELAND COMPETITION CAR CLUB Sunday July 21

Andy Gamblin

Terry McFarlane

Sahge Walmsley

Owen Jonsson

Russell Walmsley

Geoff Schulz

Andrew McCreath

Sam Jennings

GAME 16

2019 Cairns District Rugby League Premiership

ATHERTON ROOSTERS vs CAIRNS BROTHERS THIS SATURDAY JULY 27

Slatah Walmsley

Bulls win two on the trot Ivan Jensen had a sublime match for the Bulls in midfield on Saturday night at home.

Atherton International Club Oval at

ATHERTON’s MUNGALLI CREEK DAIRY STADIUM • 4.00PM: SPAR MALANDA UNDER 18s • 5.30PM: DANIEL PAYNE BLOCKLAYING RESERVE GRADE • 7.00PM: HIT 97.9 TABLELANDS BEANIES FOR FIRST GRADE BRAIN CANCER DAY • LOCAL JUNIOR UNDER 7’S PLAYING Beanie up and support the quest to defeat DURING THE BREAKS Brain Cancer!

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IT’S happy days as the Mareeba Bulls have now won two on the trot in a push for a top four finish in the FNQ Football League. With five regular team members absent for their match against the Comets on Saturday night at Borzi Park, the makeshift team put on a master class performance to seal a comfortable 3-0 win. An early penalty, put away by Jamie Carroll, set the scene and the youngsters brought up from the reserve and youth side gained confidence for the remainder of the match. Even though the comets were quicker, more talented, player for player, the young side under the guidance of Jamie Carrol, Kane Alderton and Robert Pendenza rose to

the occasion and cancelled out the Comets’ usual dominance. When Robert Pendenza scored the second deep into the first half belief began to set in and the young bulls played even better. The Comets struggled in front of goal with Jack Centofanti pulling of some great saves to keep a clean sheet. Milan Quintieri sealed the game with a blinding shot from outside the area before full time much to the delight of the vocal supporters. Coach Perry was ecstatic with the result. “The young boys had an opportunity tonight and they took it well, they all contributed to the win,” he said.

“Some of these boys have played two games today; their success creates some depth in the team which we need as we get closer to the finals. “The Bulls’ song will be sung with some enthusiasm tonight, some of them don’t know the words yet, but they’re learning.” In other matches the under 18’s had a solid win and are gaining momentum with each game as they won 3-1. The premier Ladies had a slender loss to Edge Hill United with the final score 2-1 and the reserves continued their dominance with a 6-0 thrashing of the Comets. The Bulls reserves, ladies and youth play at home again this Sunday against JCU Strikers.

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EXPRESS SPORT PORT Roosters Kobe Martin escapes the Kangaroos defence on Saturday night.

Roosters big home win THE Atherton Roosters and Cairns Kangaroos battled it out in round 15 of the Cairns District Rugby League premiership on Saturday night at the Mungalli Creek Dairy Stadium. It was the Roosters who finished 36-12 winners with doubles to Nigel Woodleigh, Pio Seci and Ned Blackman. Kangaroos looked in control early in the match as they enjoyed the majority of possession and found themselves on the right side of the penalty count. This helped Kangaroos cross for two tries and a 12-6 lead at the break. But it was the Roosters who returned to the park full

of running and soon had Kangaroos on the ropes as they delivered thirty unanswered points on the back of some strong defence. Roosters Fijian International Pio Seci is set to become a crowd favourite after his entertaining performance which included a long range try scoring effort. Centre Nigel Woodleigh was also full of speed and found plenty open spaces out wide. A treble to Darren Ball and a double to both Tony Woodleigh and Darcey Taylor highlighted in the Roosters reserve grade sides 64-4 win over Kangaroos.

The Roosters went over for eleven tries after leading 36-4 at halftime. Kangaroos forfeited the under 18 match to Atherton. The Senior Roosters host Cairns Brothers in another home game this Saturday, July 27. The club have joined the quest to defeat brain cancer and are holding a “Beanies for Brain Cancer” day in support of the Mark Hughes Foundation. Supporters at Saturday’s game will be encouraged to purchase a beanie for $25 and wear while cheering for the Roosters and also supporting a great cause.

Ill-discipline cost Gators THE Mareeba Gladiators’ disappointing season continued on Saturday night as they fell 2412 to Cairns Brothers at Davies Park. The loss marked three in a row for the Mareeba outfit, and has quelled any chances of a finals berth in 2019. In what has plagued them all season, the Gladiators got off to yet another poor start, conceding two tries in the opening stages of the match to Brothers front rower Abiu Pearson – and in doing so were forced to play catch-up for the remainder of the match. To the Gladiators’ credit, they clawed their way back into the match through a try out of dummy half to their fullback Mitchell Brim. That was quickly followed by an adlib try which saw Thomas Flegler regather a Jayden Edwards kick in the field of play and link up with speedster Eze Harper to score in the corner. Unfortunately for the home side, both tries went unconverted. A crucial try to Brothers with less than five minutes to go in the first half meant the away side took an 18-8 lead into the main break. The second half was a far more gritty affair, as both sides showed resolve defensively on their own line and points proved hard to come by. That was until Brothers

Gladiators utility Thomas Flegler challenges the retreating Brothers defensive line as he darts from dummy half.

scored a long range try with 14 minutes to go which ensured the away side came away with the two points. Gladiators centre and captain Trent Barnard scored a consolation try with four minutes to go, setting up a 24-12 fulltime scoreline. Barnard said his side’s performance was okay. “It was a slow start as usual and when you’re playing a good side like Brothers you have to be good in every area and we just weren’t tonight,” he said. “We have too many lapses – we have periods where we play really well but then we’ll follow that up with some really poor play. “We score a try and then when we get the ball back and try to take it out of our own end, we get too excited and push passes and make errors.” Barnard said a positive that

can be taken out of the Gladiators’ inconsistent season is the progression of their young players coming through the system. “We’ve got a young side and the positive from this season is that we’re building nicely for next year with this young and enthusiastic crop of young players,” he said. “Also, we’re playing the top sides and not getting beaten by much and we had nine out – so one thing I will say is that the boys are having a dig for each other which is great to see.” It was a much more promising result in Reserve Grade, as the Mareeba Gladiators thumped Brothers 60-22. It doesn’t get any easier for the Gladiators A-Grade side, as they will travel to Mossman this weekend to take on leagueleaders Mossman-Port Douglas Sharks.

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SATURDAY 10TH AUGUST HANSEN FORD MAREEBA With Australian Rally Championship legends Neal Bates & Coral Taylor! • Car Show 9am - 2pm • Food & Drinks on Sale • Raffles Contact All Ford FNQ: Michelle 0438 153 204, Liz 0407 572 129, Marg 0438 010 346 - allfordclubfnq@gmail.com

USED VEHICLES • 15 MAZDA 3 SP25-GT SEDAN: 2.5 litre engine, automatic, bi-xenon lights, electric driver’s seat, partial leather seats, alloys, 12 months warranty .............. $22,490 • 14 TOYOTA KLUGER AWD 7 SEATER WAGON: Automatic, only 43,800 kilometres, 6 months rego, 12 months warranty .................................. $31,990 • 14 FORD FIESTA S HATCH: Manual, alloys, low kilometres, partial leather seats, 12 months warranty ........................................................................ $10,990 • 14 FORD RANGER XLT DUAL CAB: Auto, bull bar, driving lights UHF, tonneau cover & more, 12 months warranty ....................................................................$37,880 • 14 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER GXL WAGON: Turbo diesel auto, bull bar, tow bar, reverse camera, 12 months warranty ...............................................................$68,990 • 13 TOYOTA COROLLA SPORTS HATCH: Build 11/12, manual, alloys, reverse camera, 12 months warranty .................................................................................. $12,990 • 13 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER GXL UTILITY: Steel tray, steel bull bar, side rails. tow bar, 12 months warranty .............................................................................$49,990 • 07 FORD ESCAPE XLT AWD SUV: Automatic, alloys, one local owner, new tyres, 12 months warranty ............................................................................................... $9,450

18MY MIRAGE ES CVT AUTO

ONE ONLY FOR DRIVE AWAY 1 NO MORE TO PAY

$14,990

(Blue – 0002410902)

19MY 2018 TRITON 4X4 GLX+ DOUBLE CAB AUTO ONE ONLY FOR DRIVE AWAY 1 NO MORE TO PAY

$38,990

(White – 0002469749)

19MY ASX ES CVT AUTO ONE ONLY FOR DRIVE AWAY 1 NO MORE TO PAY

$23,990

(White – 0002474764)

19MY PAJERO SPORT GLS 4WD BLACK EDITION AUTO

AWAY NO MORE TO PAY $49,990 DRIVE 1

(Starlight – 0002478988, Titanium – 0002484481)

No statutory warranty on vehicles 10 years old or 160,000 kilometres. Prices include government transfers, stamp duty and registration.

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

313-315 Byrnes St, Mareeba • 4092 5100 • www.mareebamitsubishi.com.au

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Chano Trentin’s

After Hours: David Mete 0408 793 050 Peter Acha 0417 006 698 or Adrian Madrid 0413 745 247 1. Recommended DRIVE AWAY selling price including 12 months registration, CTP insurance, Stamp Duty & Dealer Delivery. Information is current as at July 2019 and is subject to change.

ALL WHEEL DRIVE CENTRE

Vernon St, Atherton • 4030 5400 www.allwheeldrivecentre.com.au

*Offer available on new and demonstrator vehicles purchased by 30/9/2019 and delivered within 30 days of end of month in which vehicle is ordered. 3 years free service valid for up to 4 standard scheduled services for QASHQAI and X-TRAIL and 3 standard scheduled services for Navara, or 3 years from the date of registration, whichever occurs first. Free servicing and finance bonus for approved applicants of Nissan Financial Services (Australian Credit Licence Number 391464). Bonus ranges from $1,500 to $4,000 depending on model purchased. Excludes Government, Rental and National Fleet customers. Nissan reserves the right to vary, extend or withdraw this offer. Not available in conjunction with any other offer. See Nissan.com.au for eligible models and warranty T&Cs.

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