The Express Newspaper 11th April 2018

EXPRESS The

Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Locally owned and proudly independent

Bull ride aims to get Sam back on his feet P2

Kuranda venue ruined by recent floods P5

Indigenous rangers proud to begin work P6

Roosters kick of 100th year in fine form P19

Fighting the war on drugs

Three levels of Government came together in Kuranda last week to help find a way to stamp out drug use in the town. State member Craig Crawford, federal member Warren Entsch and Mareeba Shire Mayor Tom Gilmore vowed to work together to help locals struggling with the situation. FULL STORY P3.

What’s New at Amaroo?

CH-AN1 on 58 DANDALOO

$298,500*

* House & Land are sold on seperate contracts CAPITAL HOMES NQ QBCC 1076708

Sales Centre open Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 3pm. By appointment anytime .

Debbie Sweedman

www.amarooestate.com.au

0409 321 000

CIRCULATION 11,000



phone us...

(07) 4092 3464

@

email us... admin@theexpress newspaper.com.au



online at... www.theexpress newspaper.com.au find us...

Byrnes St,  186 Mareeba



fax us...

(07) 4092 6346 like us...

The Express Newspaper follow us...

The Express Newspaper

The team...

MANAGING EDITOR Carl Portella

ADVERTISING MANAGER Natasha Srhoj

JOURNALIST Rebecca Wallis

Tablelands Business Excellence Awards

Tablelands Regional Council is inviting nominations for its Business Excellence Awards which recognise leaders, innovators and quiet achievers in the community.

“The awards are a celebration of the business community’s contribution to the economic and social fabric of our region,” said Mayor Joe Paronella.

“Not to mention the premier business event of the year!”

Council is inviting high-quality nominations from individuals and businesses in five award categories – regional innovator, customer champion, best dressed business, employer of choice and sustainability contribution.

Cr Paronella said it was a great way for owners and staff to critically assess their business performance, recognise their successes and set strategies for the future.

The awards will be presented at the gala awards dinner at the end of Queensland Small Business Week on 2 June at the Atherton International Club.

Nomination forms are on available online and are due by Friday 2 May 2018.

Submit completed forms, two high quality images (jpg, png or tiff) and supporting documentation to info@trc.qld.gov or drop in a USB drive to any TRC Customer Service Centre or in the mail to PO Box 573, Atherton 4883

Days after it was announced that Kuranda Scenic Railway will be the feature of a BBC documentary, the iconic tourist destination was closed after recent rainfall left it with extensive damage.

Recent rainfall has left the 34km track needing repairs to more than 50 locations – the worst damage it has seen in over 40 years.

“Safety is our highest

Pulling together for injured rider When PBR bull rider Sam O’Connor was competing in central Queensland on New Year’s Eve, his life was changed forever. The popular cowboy was on the ground when the bull he was riding fell on him, bending him in half, crushing his T12 vertebrae leaving him paralysed.

It’s been a long road since and three months later the 28 year old is still in a Brisbane hospital fighting hard to try and walk again.

But in a sport where mateship is everything, the bull riding community has come together to do all they can to put the smile back on his face and raise some money to make his road to recovery easier.

“I have organised a few bull rides now, but this one has by far exceeded all the others,” said friend and local rodeo announcer Locky Benstead.

“Everyone has been so supportive.”

Originally from Tully, Sam has spent a lot of time on the Tablelands and is well known on the local rodeo circuit.

Desperate to help him get back on his feet, Mr Benstead is helping to organise what is penned to be one of the highest calibre

rodeos Mareeba has ever seen.

“This event will set the benchmark for this year’s bull riding calendar,” he said.

“The calibre of the competition is something Mareeba has never seen.

That is simply because of who he is.”

Sam has been a professional bull rider for six years and is highly regarded among his fellow competitors. It didn’t take much to convince them to get involved in the event which will be held in Biboohra on May 26.

“The PBR will be held in Cairns on June 2 so all of the country’s top bull riders will be here for that,” said Mr Benstead.

“So all the guys said we don’t care if we have to sleep in our cars for a week, we’re going to come up a week earlier for this.”

The riders aren’t the only ones keen to take part and get involved. Over 50 businesses have also stepped forward and either offered to help or donated prizes for an on-the-night auction.

Thousands are expected to attend the event, which will also feature all the live action on big screens, a DJ, a bar and local guys in the arena as protection athletes. $5000 prize money is

up for grabs in the Open bull ride. There will also be Novice and Junior bull rides and an U12 calf ride.

Mr Benstead said 100 per cent of the profits will be going to Sam. “Sam is in rehab still,” he said. “They’ve got him standing and he is exceeding expectations with his

recovery, but it’s a long road ahead.”

Mr Benstead said the bull riding community is not put off by Sam’s accident and instead now want to ‘ride for their mate’.

“They know the risks and at the end of the day it’s like any sport, they do it because they love it,” he said.

“But it would have put a lot of things into perspective for them.”

Slam’n 4 Sam will take place at Simmo’s Arena on Hume Road, Biboohra on May 26. Gates open at 3.30pm with the first buck out at 5pm.

For more info head to slamin4sam on Facebook.

priority, and to ensure the safety of both our employees and our customers, the Range will remain closed until weather conditions improve and our crews are able to safely gain access to undertake thorough inspections and repairs,” said Queensland Rail CEO Nick Easy.

“We understand the school holidays are an extremely popular time for

the KSR, but safety is paramount.”

The railway is expected to remain closed until April 18.

The announcement came shortly after Toursim Kuranda’s Kahlia Pepper convinced the BBC to include Kuranda in Michael Portillo’s BBC program Great Continental Railway Journeys.

The BBC will film part

of the documentary on the Kuranda Scenic Railway heritage train. While in Kuranda, the crew will be following the rich history of the 1920s. They will then jump on the Skyrail and head back down to Cairns, narrating a story about conservation and preserving the rainforest on the way.

“We are so excited to put Kuranda on the international stage and showcase

our rich heritage and tourist village,” Ms Pepper said.

“Putting pieces of the past together showing how Kuranda came to be and where we are today, I think is really important. There is so much more to Kuranda than meets the eye.”

Mareeba Shire Mayor Tom Gilmore said it was a real coup to draw the BBC to the area.

“It’s wonderful news for

Kuranda and the Shire.

“The travel documentary will no doubt encourage people from across the globe to come and visit Kuranda, boosting the tourism industry,” Cr Gilmore said.

“We look forward to welcoming journalist Michael Portillo and the BBC crew to our unique and special part of the world later this month,” he concluded.

By Rebecca Wallis

Sam O’Connor with girlfriend Emma Deicke and inset, Sam riding in the PBR.

Kuranda railway damaged by floods

Get carried away with...

TUXWORTH & WOODS CARRIERS

ADMINISTRATION / ONLINE PRODUCER Natasha Burton

EXPRESS The

Locally owned and proudly independent

The Express is published by Portasea Pty Ltd, 141 Constance St, Mareeba, ACN: 141 250 213 and is printed

by APN Print, 5-9 Hempenstall Street, North Rockhampton, QLD, 4701.

ACN: 009 657 943

PAGE 2 The Express, Wednesday, April 11, 2018

SERVICING: • Cairns • Mossman • Port Douglas • Cooktown • Croydon • Normanton • Karumba • Coen • Musgrave • Archer River • Weipa  BODY TRUCKS  SEMI TRAILERS  REFRIGERATED VANS  DROP DECK TRAILERS

4035 4022 AFTER HOURS: 0418 183 399 • FAX: 4035 4021 25 REDDEN ST, CAIRNS • EMAIL: val@tuxworth.com.au

Regular interior cleaning of offices, commercial premises and homes. Includes fans, airconditioners, bathrooms and kitchens, and tile cleans • Oven & BBQ Cleans • Builders Cleans • Bond/Move Out Cleans • Specialise in removal of water canker and mineral build up on most shower screens

Many other services, ask us, we provide free quotes so you know exactly what you will be paying!

ESTABLISHED 1972

SHERYL 0448 091 449 ANDY 0429 543 633 OR 1800 1 JAMES www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

Relay for Life kicks off this weekend Come down and celebrate the official launch of the Tablelands Relay For Life at this weekend’s Mareeba Markets.

Chat to friendly staff

and volunteers about joining the 10th year of the Tablelands Relay. $10 registration if you sign up on the day (normally $20).

Tree clearing laws a threat to growers

Federal MP Warren Entsch and Mareeba Shire mayor Tom Gilmore march in support of Kuranda’s fight against Ice.

Kuranda marches against drug use

By Rebecca Wallis

Mareeba Shire mayor Tom Gilmore said Kuranda needed to “dig from the bottom up” to deal with its growing drug problem after a march was held last Friday to raise awareness of the issue.

Around 50 people took to the streets chanting “cook rice, not ice” in a demonstration organised by local indigenous elder Manny Ross.

Cr Gilmore spoke to a crowd of onlookers at Centenary Park in Kuranda after the march, making a passionate plea to locals to help fight the war on drugs.

“I’m prepared to bet you there are people in this park that have knowledge of someone distributing ice in this community,” he said.

“I don’t want you to go home feeling good that you’ve been part of a march, I want you to go home and pick up a telephone and ring Crimestoppers and tell them what you know. That is how this community can begin to

dig from the bottom up.

“Let’s get those people out of this community with their appalling behaviour.

If you know something it is incumbent on you to ring Crimestoppers today or walk up to the local policeman and tell him what you know.”

Federal MP for Leichhardt Warren Entsch was equally as emotive on the issue, revealing that he was asked to intervene last year when his niece became addicted to ice in Brisbane.

“It’s a very personal issue for me,” he said.

“I understand the challenges. But the first big step is for communities to say we own this and we demand action and today we have all levels of government here, we have a broad range of the community here and to me that gives me absolute hope that we’re going to be able to do something here and that we can make a big difference for the Kuranda community.”

Locals are calling for a community forum to extract knowledge from those

involved in the use of ice so they can better understand how to help them.

State member for Barron River Craig Crawford said there was a no silver bullet solution.

“Cooking, selling, distributing ice is no different to anything else, if you want to get rid of it you’ve got to stop the demand and the only way to stop the demand is to reduce the number of people using it,” he said.

“In every family, in every business, in every house there is potentially somebody who is an ice user.

What we need to target is why they’re using it and put together an action plan and then you can start reducing the numbers down.”

Mr Ross has been fighting to get the community more help in dealing the drug for months.

“We’re putting it out there so we can protect our community against this drug and make our youth in our towns aware of this drug,” he said.

“Hopefully we will get some changes today and

some help from the government and hopefully some community forums down the track.

“We have a problem here and it’s sad.”

He said more funding for rehab programs would be a good start, a request that Mr Entsch said was a possibility.

“We need somewhere where the individual can be safely accommodated for a period of at least a couple of weeks and it’s not something that could be done on a daily basis, it needs to be for a couple of weeks and that’s a challenge I had in Brisbane,” he said, of his own personal experience.

“I know exactly what is needed in that regard as that is what helped my family member over the hump.

“The other things is that support needs to be in the community because part of the rehab process is having family there. I’m not going to be telling the community what they should be doing, I want to hear what the community believes they need and then I will offer some personal direction on

what I found and between us I’m sure we’ll come up with some initiatives.”

Mr Entsch said the plan going forward would be to take a bipartisan approach.

“There’s a range of funding available for various mechanisms,” he said.

“But it’s not just a federal thing. Here we have the mayor, the state member, this is a total bipartisan initiative, it is across all levels of government supporting a community that has said we’re just not prepared to cop this anymore.”

Cr Gilmore said the march was the start of something positive.

“This is a wonderful start and I hope it’s the beginning of a movement, not just in Kuranda but across the Tablelands and across the coastal strip,” he said.

“A movement where we as a community identify those people who are doing these things to us and get rid of them out of our community. This is an important beginning for something that I believe will have a satisfactory ending.”

The Tableland’s reputation as the fruit bowl of northern Australia is under threat from the Queensland Government’s proposed vegetation management legislation.

Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association president Joe Moro is urging growers and industry stakeholders to attend a public hearing in Cairns this Friday April 13.

It is the final in a series of hearings being held in regional Queensland as part of the Government’s consultation over the proposed new laws which, the agricultural sector fears, will make it harder

to grow food.

Mr Moro said reintroducing the legislation would come at the expense of growers who made up nearly half of the total number of land clearing approvals for high value agriculture (up to 5 February 2018).

“It could potentially see them bogged down in bureaucracy for months on end to carry out routine vegetation management,” he said.

The government is proposing to reinstate vegetation management controls repealed in 2013.

The hearing will be held at the Pullman Reef Hotel Casino, 35 – 41 Wharf Street, Cairns.

AMY LOCKYER Your local Physio in Mareeba & at the weekly Atherton clinic.

229 Byrnes St, Mareeba • P: 4092 2255

LOOKING FOR SOMEWHERE TO GO?

H Staff Parties H Birthday Parties H Fun Nights Out H Holiday Fun H Bowling Leagues

Try... Ten Pin Bowling!

Eclipse Drive, Atherton PHONE 4091 1900

facebook.com/#!/tablelandtenpinatherton

GUILFOYLE MAREEBA FUNERAL SERVICES PROFESSIONALLY CARING FOR THE MAREEBA REGION

At Guilfoyle Funeral Services we are proud to announce that our new purpose built Chapel is now ready to service all the local families from Mareeba and the surrounding districts. With seating for over 250 people in airconditioned comfort and a state of the art audio video system that will help families farewell and celebrate the lives of their loved ones. Our chapel will also be exclusively available to hold Twilight Funeral Services and Evening Visuals.

As a non-denominational chapel, all are welcome to utilise our new facility.

“Entrusted by families for over 65 years”

PHONE: 4092 1013 PAGE 3 The Express, Wednesday, April 11, 2018

www.guilfoylefunerals.com.au www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

PHOTO of the week

Kindy cousins Monroe and Elexis Tokarahi, Pia Wallis and Bentley Posma have been learning Indonesian via the ELLA program at QT’s Early Learning Centre.

The members choice winner of the Tablelands and Surrounds Photography Group this week is Lorraine Johns.

The challenge was “Natural Architecture” and the winning photo was taken by Lorraine at Moonshine Gorge on El Questro in the Kimberley, WA, at 5.30pm.

Settings: Canon EOS 50D, ISO - 100, F-stop - f/7.1, Shutter Speed - 1/50 sec, Focal Length - 18mm.

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

Preschoolers learn foreign languages Kindy kids at QT’s in Mareeba are just some of the Tablelands children learning a second language this year, thanks to federal funding.

The three and four year old’s at QT’s are learning Indonesian via an interactive app, which Leichardt MP Warren Entsch said is imperative to the children’s engagement and develop-

ment.

“We know the positive impact learning a second language can have,” Mr Entsch said. “Our region is the gateway to Asia and to the world so it is great to see our youngsters being given the opportunity to learn a second language, something that will be extremely valuable for them later in life. The government com-

mitted $15.7 million to the Early Learning Languages Australia (ELLA) program.

The program now includes nine languages, with the introduction of Hindi and Modern Greek this year, in addition to Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), French, Indonesian, Japanese, Italian, and Spanish.

Other preschools on the Tablelands involved in the

scheme include Atherton Bluebird Early Learning Centre where the children are learning Italian, C&K Atherton Community Kindergarten where they are learning Japanese and C&K Dimbulah Community Kindergarten where they are learning Italian.

“Hopefully this will be the start of a life-long interest in language learning for

Far North Queensland children while at the same time boosting their English and problem-solving skills,” said Mr Entsch.

“The Federal Government has also provided 1,000 support grants of $500 since 2017 to contribute towards the purchase of tablet devices to support participation by preschools in disadvantaged areas.”

Kelly Wealth Services comes to town

NOW OPEN IN MAREEBA Financial Planning Mortgage Lending – Home, investment and vehicle loans providing the best rates from over 15 lenders Superannuation Retirement Planning Life, Disability & Personal Insurance Wealth Building & Investing

Come in for a chat today with our complimentary initial consultation

4092 5914 143 Byrnes Street, Mareeba admin@kellywealth.com.au

DReaM BIg WItH ConFIDenCe! www.kellywealth.com.au

PAGE 4 The Express, Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Brent Kelly at the grand opening of Kelly Wealth Services in Mareeba.

Brent Kelly, Financial Planner and Principal of Kelly Wealth Services has a positive outlook for 2018 and is looking forward to bringing their expert strategic financial planning advice to Mareeba and surrounding areas.

Kelly Wealth Services officially opened its door last month and Brent, who already has a well-established and strong client base across Mareeba and the Tablelands, felt the timing was now right to increase the firms accessibility for both existing and new clients.

“Many clients from the area have been referred to us over the years.

We really appreciate the trust they place in us and we pride ourselves on delivering genuine customer care.” says Brent.

Providing balanced, professional

and flexible service that represents value for money, is a priority to Kelly Wealth Services.

Their Planners have over 35 years combined experience in the finance industry and offer advice on superannuation, retirement planning, wealth creation, personal insurances and aged care.

And providing holistic all-round assistance, their in-house Mortgage Broker, can assist with all your finance and lending needs.

So if you are seeking clarity about your financial direction, let Kelly Wealth show you what they can do for you and book a no-cost and obligation free appointment today.

Located at 143 Byrnes St, Mareeba (inside Grubers Beckett), contact the team on 4092 5914 or email admin@kellywealth.com.au

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

Flood damage bill soars at Billabong

By Rebecca Wallis

Staff at Kuranda’s popular tourist venue, The Billabong, are still picking up the pieces from a March 26 weather event that has left the business closed, weddings cancelled and a damage bill of nearly $1million.

Over 400mm of rain fell in the space of a few hours late on Monday, March 26 and into the early hours of the next morning. Owner Jake Pelling and Site Manager Sharky watched on in horror as the water which features so heavily as part of their aesthetic rose so quickly it was knee deep in the bar and restaurant.

“It covered the deck, we said we should start turning power off because it looked like it was going to go much higher and it was instantaneous,” said Sharky.

“And then we said let’s walk away, it’s dark, it’s dangerous, let’s come back in daylight, there’s nothing we can do.”

Daylight revealed carnage across the venue – a ruined sewerage treatment plant and bore, no power and a new deck ruined. A landslide on Mount Haren Road also meant the venue was inaccessible for 72 hours.

“The venue has progressed a lot recently,” said Sharky. “We’d done deck extensions, we were just going through a material change of use with the council and got sign off on everything and then Mother Nature said no and took it all away from us.”

One of the biggest concerns now is the restaurant building that was hit so hard with a force of water, it is showing signs of having moved, meaning it could be condemned.

“At the moment we’ve run into a stale mate,” said Sharky.

“It’s been assessed and

EXTRAORDINARY PEOPLE DELIVERING EXTRAORDINARY SERVICE Contact us for a free copy of the booklet “A Complete Guide to Planning or Arranging a Funeral”.

PHONE: 4092 4774 180 Walsh St, Mareeba www.communityfunerals.com.au

CLEALL’S BUTCHERY

The damage sustained to The Billabong in Kuranda is so extensive that the venue has had to close its doors and cancel weddings. The damage bill is close to $1million.

THIS WEEK’S SPECIALS

WHOLE BUDGET RUMPS (Sliced) .................. $10.99 KG WHOLE PRIME RUMPS (Sliced)..................... $12.99 KG WHOLE PRIME RIB FILLETS (Sliced) ............. $19.99 KG CORNED BRISKET ......................................... $10.99 KG BBQ LAMB CHOPS ........................................ $13.99 KG T-BONE STEAK ..............................................$17.99 KG BBQ STEAK .................................................. $15.99 KG CRUMBED STEAK ......................................... $15.99 KG BEEF SAUSAGES........................................... $10.99 KG BEEF MINCE ................................................. $10.99 KG CHAMPAGNE HAM .........................................$17.99 KG

NOW IN STOCK!!

there is a report that is saying the building is safe to use but it has shifted, it’s got signs of movement.

The water has hit it with that much force the whole building has gone 20mm at the top. We’ll be able to trade in the mean-time but they’ll do another independent assessment and if they declare that the building’s integrity has been breached then we have to remove it and start again.”

But nothing has been more gut-wrenching to the staff than having to call multiple brides-to-be and

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

tell them that their dream wedding will not be happening.

“We’ve had to return deposits for three weddings so far and it looks like we’re going to have to do another two,” said Sharky.

“Crying brides is the worst thing from this event.

One was full exclusive hire of the venue and she only had eight days’ notice.

Nearly every weekend was booked out. That’s the one that hurt the most.”

In 25 years the owners have never seen such a destructive weather event like

this one.

But they are magnanimous in defeat.

“It’s life,” said Sharky.

“There are people that have copped it worse in the community. In Kuranda there are people that have lost everything. We work in the rainforest, we work near water, we work in an isolated area and we offer a service that is above average.

There is a certain amount of risk and you have to allow for it. Nobody could have allowed for what occurred here.”

The business will be

closed for the foreseeable future until the sewerage treatment plant has been replaced first and foremost.

“We’re talking to the insurance company and as soon as they give us approval we can open the camp ground, the quad biking etc to bring some money back in but until that happens we can’t do a thing,” said Sharky.

“The VIP deck is completely gone – it was a full structure that was signed off and approved, ready to go for a function and it’s completely gone.”

BEEF JERKY...... $8.00 PER 100 GRAMS SMOKED PORK CHOPS...... $15.99KG

SPECIALS AVAILABLE WHILE STOCKS LAST COUNTRY ORDERS WELCOME SMOKE

75 BYRNES STREET, MAREEBA PHONE & FAX ORDERS WELCOME PH: 4092 1006 ~ FAX: 4092 3353

HOUSE SPECIALS ALSO AVAILABLE !

Like us & Join our 12,103 Facebook friends!

The Express, Wednesday, April 11, 2018 PAGE 5

Mount Carbine to get mobile coverage Mount Carbine residents can finally enter the 21st century later this year when a new mobile phone tower will be installed, improving their mobile phone coverage.

Federal Leichhardt MP Warren Entsch announced the move last week in Cairns as part of the latest round of funding under the Mobile Black Spot Program.

He said Telstra and Optus would start construction within months with mobile phone towers to be installed at four locations across the Far North which are set to be switched on before the end of the year. The other locations include the Daintree/Cape Tribulation, Weipa and Wonga Beach.

“The four new cover-

age areas will open new doors for local businesses and the community, enabling them to access the same mobile services as those in major cities,” Mr Entsch said.

Mr Entsch said he would now start lobbying for an extension of the program to ensure other areas across Far North Queensland did not miss out.

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

ENT FARM

G

EF

I IC

A dream 30 years in the making has finally come to life with the first Tagalaka rangers commencing work on Littleton National Park, near Croydon, this week.

Croydon locals Mark Owens, Johnny Miles and Ashley Klingenberg are the first indigenous rangers to work the country and their people could not be more proud.

“We are so happy,” said Tagalaka elder Gladys Callope. “It’s finally happening and we are so proud.”

After all it was Tagalaka elders, Jeanette Owens, Gladys Callope and Beverley Bowyang, who along with others had a vision to see their people protect, manage and work their traditional land.

Run by the Tagalaka Aboriginal Corporation and hosted by Northern Gulf Resource Management Group, the project is funded by the Queensland Government’s Indigenous Land and Sea Program, and will now see them work alongside the Park Rangers on a daily basis.

The three month program will have a strong focus on protecting and preserving cultural sites while

IN

F

PH: 4045 1767

First Tagalaka Rangers start work

APRIL

Chair of the Tagalaka Aboriginal Corporation Edmond Busch (left) and Northern Gulf Projects and Services Manager Vickie Mylrea (right) with Tagalaka Rangers Mark Owens, Johnny Miles and Ashley Klingenberg with Tagalaka elders Beverley Bowyang, Gladys Callope and Jeanette Owens.

also completing bio diversity surveys on the Park.

While only a three month program for the time being, it is still a huge step in what has been years in the making and after the initial three months there is hope that it will continue and therefore provide opportunities for generations to come.

Chair of the Tagalaka Aboriginal Corporation Edmond Busch said this is our opportunity to get back into our country and to start to look after it again. Hoping that this program is successful and we get some long term funding for our Rangers which will then have a flow in effect in other employment opportunities

which are much needed for the Tagalaka people in Croydon.

“It’s a very proud day, there are lots of emotions at the moment, but the best part about it is the opportunity to get back into the country and to start looking after things up there,” said Mr Busch.

“We are back on the country and looking after it and preserving it for generations to come. They will learn firsthand experience every day and I am very confident that the rangers we have selected will get the job done.”

The rangers are equally proud to commence their new roles within their local

community with all three stating how excited they are to be given this opportunity.

Croydon born and bred Senior Ranger Mark Owens said, we can all benefit and learn a lot of this.

The youngest of three, Junior Ranger Ashley Klingenberg had been waiting a long time for this to happen.

“I always knew I wanted to be a part of it,” said Mr Klingenberg.

In an emotional tribute by the new rangers, the elders were each presented with their very own Tagalaka Rangers cap to acknowledge their work over the years.

Tranquillity

2018

RU

B

A

F

O

M MAREE

FRIDAY 27TH APRIL - MAREEBA INTERNATIONAL CLUB FREE EVENT 8AM - 5PM MORNING & AFTERNOON TEA & LUNCH PROVIDED

Join us for a jam-packed day!

Stall Holders Future Trends Energy Efficiency Agri-Tourism Exporting A ground-breaking forum designed to give Farmers the tools they need to thrive in the 21st century. The inaugural Efficient Farming Forum will bring together some of the best and brightest minds in agriculture, technology, trends and tourism.

GUEST SPEAKERS: • Michael McQueen, Speaker, Future Trends, Author - Future of Agriculture • Rosie Douglas, Director of Business, Tourism Tropical North Qld - Agri-Tourism • Andrew Chamberlin, Queensland Farmers Federation - Energy Efficiency • Andrew Bate, Director and CEO of SwarmFarm Robotics - Farm Robotics Plus… Driving Food Export Opportunities with the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, Weather Forecasting with Oz Cyclone Chasers, Soil and Water Efficiency with Pat Daley, Fair Farms Initiative with Growcom, Precision Land Management with New Holland and more!

This project is supported by Northern Gulf Resource Management Group, through funding from the Australian Government’s National Landcare Programme

For more info email: sherri@soncinelectrical.com.au - RSVP Essential to Sherri by April 23 for Catering Purposes PAGE 6 The Express, Wednesday, April 11, 2018

A GREAT SELECTION OF EXOTIC ITEMS FOR YOUR INDIVIDUAL LANDSCAPE CREATION...

BEST PRICES!

IT’S WELL WORTH A VISIT TO:

Cnr Costin & Beames Streets, Mareeba Open Monday to Saturday T: 4092 2086 f: Tcb Landscape www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

Tablelands Regional Council Mayor Joe Paronella and CEO Hurriyet Babacan with new councillor for Division 6 Owen Byrnes.

Councillor Byrnes sworn in at TRC New Division 6 Councillor Owen Byrnes was sworn in at a ceremony on Thursday 5 April.

“We welcome Councillor Byrnes to the Tableland Regional Council team and look forward to helping

him transition into local government,” said Mayor Joe Paronella. “After he settles in, we’ll bring him to come up to speed on our organisation, legislative requirements and key projects. I’m sure he’ll hit the

ground running.”

Division 6 encompasses the towns of Walkamin, Rangeview, Tolga, Tinaroo and Kairi, and Councillor Byrnes has a 130 year family connection to the area.

“It is my ambition to

work together with council and bring my 35 years of road construction and civil experience to the table in order to obtain better outcomes for my constituents,” said Councillor Byrnes.

Workshop aims to allay concerns over HARPS

By Rebecca Wallis

An information session being held today in Mareeba is aimed at giving local growers “facts from the horse’s mouth” about the Harmonised Australian Retailer Produce Scheme (HARPS).

The aim of the scheme is to bring together legal and trade requirements regarding food safety developed by the major Australian chain stores such as Coles and Woolworths.

Mareeba Fruit and Vegetable Grower’s Association president Joe Moro said there has been a lot of concern in the community about the new requirements and what is involved.

“Some growers are looking at it in a positive light and some aren’t happy,” he said. “It’s in its teething stage and a lot of work needs to be done.”

Certification to a recognised base scheme (such as Freshcare, GLOBALG.A.P. or SQF) plus HARPS is now ac-

cepted by the five chain retailers, eliminating the need for duplication and unnecessary costs.

“There’s been a lot of discussion in regards to HARPS and how it will be implemented across growers and this will be an opportunity to get the facts from the horse’s mouth,” said Mr Moro. “They’ll be able to answer the concerns that a number of growers have.”

Mr Moro said it was a timely issue since the rockmelon listeria outbreak.

“If you’re dealing directly or through intermediaries with a retailer, you most likely have to meet the requirements,” he said.

“Every producer is looking at it differently but the recent rockmelon incidence sheds light on the importance of food safety.”

Mr Moro said the issue was causing ‘great concern’ among local growers which he had taken back to the scheme operators. The workshop runs from 12pm to 2pm at the Mareeba Leagues Club today.

DAF WALKAMIN RESEARCH FACILITY

FIELD WALK

Alternative Crop Options for Northern Queensland Farming Systems Wednesday April 18th, 8:00am 6302 Kennedy Highway, Walkamin

Growers, agronomists and industry are welcome to inspect a range of crops and trials investigating rotational and cover crop options for sugarcane, broadacre and horticulture cropping systems for soil health and nutrition, weed and disease control and cashflow opportunities.

Crops of interest include: Rice, Sesame, Sunn Hemp, Sweet Corn and Safflower

Biosecurity Notice: No vehicles on site, public carpark provided. All participants required to sign in. Enclosed footwear to be worn & clean of dirt.

For further information contact: Tony Matchett (Savannah Ag) 0438 482 728 or Brett McCahon (DAF) 4091 9300

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

The Express, Wednesday, April 11, 2018 PAGE 7

E!

entertainment

New movies hit the Rising Sun Cinema There are two new movies at the Rising Sun Cinema this week – just in time for the last week of the school holidays.

The family adventure fantasy from Disney, A WRINKLE IN TIME, stars Storm Reid, Oprah Winfrey and Reese Witherspoon. It is the story of the disappearance of Meg's scientist father and how they go into space in order to find him.

Also showing is the much anticipated new action adventure, TOMB RAIDER, with Alicia Vikander in the leading role is full on from start to finish and will keep you on the edge of your seats.

The two colourful animation adventure comedies PETER RABBIT and SHERLOCK GNOMES and the action packed adventure sci-fi READY PLAYER ONE also continue this week.

Monday Night Menu Madness!

7 FOR $17

Choose from 7 delicious meals for just $17 each, every Monday night!  Chicken Schnitzel  250g Rump Steak  Battered Spanish Mackerel All served with chips, salad and sauce.

 Bangers and Mash  Steak and Guinness Pie  Caesar Salad + a Topper  Roast of the Day with Vegies Redeem your Member’s Birthday Voucher!

A WRINKLE IN TIME

Following the discovery of a new form of space travel as well as Meg's father's disappearance, she, her brother, and her friend must join three magical beings - Mrs. Whatsit, Mrs. Who, and Mrs. Which - to travel across the universe to rescue him from a terrible evil.

TOMB RAIDER

Lara Croft is the fiercely independent daughter of an eccentric adventurer

Bring the family... Kids now eat FREE!

1 child free with every paying adult (3 - 12 year olds).

Due to popular demand ! bookings are appreciated Phone 4092 1396

who vanished when she was scarcely a teen.

Now a young woman of 21 without any real focus or purpose, Lara navigates the chaotic streets of trendy East London as a bike courier, barely making the rent, and takes college courses, rarely making it to class.

Determined to forge her own path, she refuses to take the reins of her father's global empire just as staunchly as she rejects the idea that he's truly gone. Advised to face the facts and move

forward after seven years without him, even Lara can't understand what drives her to finally solve the puzzle of his mysterious death. Going explicitly against his final wishes, she leaves everything she knows behind in search of her dad's last-known destination: a fabled tomb on a mythical island that might be somewhere off the coast of Japan. But her mission will not be an easy one; just reaching the island will be extremely treacherous.

WALKAMIN COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB

OPEN MIC

Note: Full menu is not available on Monday nights.

AFTERNOON

WEDNESDAY 11TH APRIL 10:30am: Peter Rabbit (PG) 12:30pm: Sherlock Gnomes (PG) 2:15pm: Ready Player One (M) 5:00pm: Peter Rabbit (PG) 7:00pm: Sherlock Gnomes (PG) 8:45pm: Ready Player One (M) THURSDAY 12TH APRIL 12:15pm: A Wrinkle In Time (PG) 2:30pm: Peter Rabbit (PG) 4:30pm: Ready Player One (M) 7:15pm: A Wrinkle In Time (PG) 9:15pm: Tomb Raider (M) FRIDAY 13TH APRIL 10:15am: Sherlock Gnomes (PG) 12:00pm: A Wrinkle In Time (PG) 2:15pm: Peter Rabbit (PG) 4:15pm: Ready Player One (M) 7:00pm: A Wrinkle In Time (PG) 9:05pm: Tomb Raider (M)

SATURDAY 14TH APRIL 10:15am: Sherlock Gnomes (PG) 12:00pm: A Wrinkle In Time (PG) 2:15pm: Peter Rabbit (PG) 4:15pm: Ready Player One (M) 7:00pm: A Wrinkle In Time (PG) 9:05pm: Tomb Raider (M) SUNDAY 15TH APRIL 10:30am: Peter Rabbit (PG) 12:30pm: Sherlock Gnomes (PG) 2:15pm: A Wrinkle In Time (PG) 4:30pm: Tomb Raider (M) 6.45pm: Ready Player One (M) MONDAY 16TH APRIL 10:30am: Peter Rabbit (PG) 12:30pm: Sherlock Gnomes (PG) 2:30pm: A Wrinkle In Time (PG) 5.00pm: Tomb Raider (M) 7.15pm: Ready Player One (M)

4092 1396 88 Byrnes St, Mareeba /mareebarslclub www.mareebarslclub.com.au PAGE 8 The Express, Wednesday, April 11, 2018

SHERLOCK GNOMES

Garden gnomes, Gnomeo and Juliet, recruit renowned detective Sherlock Gnomes to investigate the mysterious disappearance of other garden ornaments. The excellent crime mystery comedy GAME NIGHT starring Jason Bateman, Rachel McAdams and Kyle Chandler, is new on the Rising Sun screen this week. I t's a story of a group of friends who meet regularly for game nights suddenly finds themselves trying to solve a murder mystery.

READY PLAYER ONE

In the year 2045, the real world is a harsh place.

The only time Wade Watts (Tye Sheridan) truly feels alive is when he escapes to the OASIS, an immersive virtual universe where most of humanity spends their

days. In the OASIS, you can go anywhere, do anything, be anyone-the only limits are your own imagination. The OASIS was created by the brilliant and eccentric James Halliday (Mark Rylance), who left his immense fortune and total control of the Oasis to the winner of a threepart contest he designed to find a worthy heir.

When Wade conquers the first challenge of the reality-bending treasure hunt, he and his friendsaka the High Five-are hurled into a fantastical universe of discovery and danger to save the OASIS.

PETER RABBIT

Feature adaptation of Beatrix Potter’s classic tale of a rebellious rabbit trying to sneak into a farmer’s vegetable garden.

Put Your Business Online with CATsites

Sunday 15th April MAREEBA LEAGUES CLUB 12 NOON TILL 5PM Gold Coin Entry Fee  LIVE BAND  JUST BRING CORD CHARTS  EVERYONE WELCOME  MEALS AVAILABLE FROM THE BISTRO

MORE INFORMATION PHONE CASSSIE 0447 923 532

your new website.com

Create or upgrade to a fully interactive online business from the creator of www.mareebaexpress.com See for yourself at www.catsites.info www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

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

Great things come in small packages

Picture is an artist’s impression and may vary from the finished product.

Amaroo and Capital Homes NQ (QBCC 1076708) proudly present their latest house and land package* – proposed for construction on Lot 58 Dandaloo

Cl, Amaroo (908m2).

Affordable and prestigious, this three bedroom, 173m2, family home features terrific street appeal and represents great value for

money.

Positioned for peace of mind, this stunning design will entice those who wish to be close to medical facilities, with the Amaroo Medical

EXPRESS The

Centre close by and the future Amaroo Market Place, delightful parks and gardens will also be within walking distance.

Three bedrooms and two bathrooms and all

open plan living areas.

You will love the trendy kitchen that includes an island bench, and flow through access to the alfresco dining area.

Priced at $298,500, including the land, this one is a fabulous deal. *House and land sold on separate contracts with a list of inclusions available on request.

Contact Debbie at Amaroo on 0409 321 000.

The sales centre at Hastie Road, is open 10am-3pm, Tuesday to Saturday, or by appointment anytime.

Online every Wednesday theexpressnewspaper.com.au

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

The Express, Wednesday, April 11, 2018 PAGE 9

PROPERTY

RM

ENTAL ATTERS

YOUR RENTAL QUESTIONS ANSWERED

The Question: I received an Entry Notice in the mail today stating that I have a Routine Inspection tomorrow. Is this allowed?

The Answer: Routine Inspections are carried out to ensure the property is well cared for and to check if there are any maintenance or health and safety issues.

The Landlord or Agent must give tenants a minimum of 7 Days Notice to conduct a Routine Inspection, using an Entry Notice (Form 9).

The Landlord or Agent needs to take into consideration the amount of time the letter will take in the post and add this to the 7 Days Notice required.

Contemporary design, perfect position OPEN HOME

There are times where the notice periods vary. For example, to carry out or inspect routine repairs or maintenance, 24 Hours Notice is required. These timeframes are indicated on the Entry Notice (Form 9).

Routine Inspections cannot be carried out more than once every 3 months (unless the tenant agrees in writing).

Have a rental question?

Contact us via email or phone.

We will select the most common question for next month’s edition.

Your Affordable Housing Specialist Email: reception@mchc.org.au Phone: 4092 6899

Disclaimer: Th is column is for community education only, and does not constitute legal advice. Please contact the Residence Tenancy Authority for legal advice: http://www.rta.qld.gov.au

Superb position and contemporary design combine to create this stylish, brand new four bedroom family home.

Positioned in a quiet cul de sac location at sought after Amaroo Park Estate this home’s instant appeal and stunning individual design combine to create a modern, sophisticated home designed for tropical living and entertaining.

Quality features include: • Eligible for the Qld Govt $20,000 First

PAGE 10 The Express, Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Home Owners grant • Generous floor area of 232.4m2 • Fully tiled throughout with large open plan living area opening onto the patio • Four sizeable bedrooms, three with built-in robes and master with ensuite and WIR • Split system air-conditioning to living area and all bedrooms • Stylish central kitchen with quality Smeg stainless steel appliances, plumbed in fridge space and plentiful drawer and bench space

• Built-ins, storage cupboards, tinted windows and security screens throughout • Laundry with built-in cabinetry • Substantial tiled rear patio • Extra large double lock up garage (will accommodate 4WDs) plus built-in storage cupboard • Exposed aggregate driveway and pathways all round • Fenced and landscaped 950m2 allotment with side access, auto irrigation and room for a

shed • Only minutes from town centre and walking distance to Amaroo Medical Centre and future shops The versatile floorplan provides flexible living options for entertaining and relaxed lifestyle living plus the stand out location ensures secuAddress: Price: Agents: Contact:

rity in your investment.

Inspection is highly recommended. Open for inspection this saturday from 10.00am to 12.00.

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

20 Yarrabee Close, MAREEBA $449,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Joe Torrisi Joe Torrisi Real Estate 0417 700 468

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

PROPERTY

Ticks all the boxes

It is not often you find an executive residence that ticks all the boxes!

Located in the sought after Riverlands Park Estate, this home comes equipped with everything you would expect in a quality residence.

Features include: • Fully fenced 3227m2 allotment with side access • Fully irrigated lawns and gardens • Town water, tank water and bore water • Established fruit trees • 4.5kw solar power system • 9m x 6m Colorbond shed with extra toilet • Large covered patio perfect for entertaining • Generously sized four bedroom, two bathroom home • Main bedroom with ensuite, walk in robe and air conditioning • Main bedrooms with built-in robes • Second bathroom with separate toilet • Large kitchen with island bench and stainless steel appliances • Open living area with air conditioning

OPE HOME TN SATURDHIS AY 11am12noon

• Double lock up garage with remote access This home has so much to offer, so don’t miss your opportunity to inspect today or this Saturday.

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

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

12 Riverlands Drive, MAREEBA REDUCED to $569,000 EXCLUSIVE to John Falvo Mareeba Property Office 0408 456 344

MAREEBA REAL ESTATE AGENCIES FO

R

N RE

T

RECENTLY PAINTED & RENOVATED • 2 BEDROOM UPSTAIRS CONCRETE BLOCK UNIT • UNFURNISHED • SEPARATE CARPORT & LAUNDRY • IN NEAR CENTRAL POSITION

$240 PER WEEK 4092 1556

7 Hort Street, Mareeba

Two units – walking distance to CBD TWO modern units located near the CBD of Mareeba, schools, churches and the PCYC, plus medical clinic and hospital, just to name a few.

The two bedroom unit features the main bedroom with a walk through robe and sec-

ond bedroom with wardrobe hanging space.

There is also wheel chair access to toilet and ensuite style bathroom, plus a two vehicle carport with laundry, solar hotwater.

For full details and an inspection of these

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

two units contact Mareeba Real Estate Agencies on 4092 Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

1556. Phone Mark on 0428 121 520 or Lyn on 0427 153 868.

MAREEBA 2 Units for Sale – $POA Mareeba Real Estate Agencies 0428 121 520 or 0427 153 868

www.mareeba4880realestate.com.au

MAREEBA PROPERTY OFFICE

EXCLUSIVE

EXCLUSIVE

PICTURE OF MODERN LIVING

MODERN COUNTRY FEEL

• Airconditioned 4 bed, 2 bath “Ashlee Jones” home • Media room, fully fenced 944m2 lot, Cairns side • Open plan living, galley kitchen, stone bench tops • Side access, u/g irrigation, returning $475 per week

• 3 bed, 2 bath, 3 year old home, scenic views • Spacious kitchen, stone bench tops & servery • 4536m2 flat land, arable soil, irrigated • 7m x 7m shed, roller door access, equipped bore

$469,000 NEG

$475,000 NEG

www.mpo.net.au | 4092 1355

www.mpo.net.au | 4092 1355

The Express, Wednesday, April 11, 2018 PAGE 11

PROPERTY

Urgent sale – sellers have moved The sellers have up and moved and need their property sold ASAP. Located on the Cairns side of Mareeba is this 5 acre lifestyle property set amongst lush tropical landscaped gardens.

The four bedroom, two bathroom home is constructed with a steel frame and offers Gyprock internal walls and a Colorbond external.

Consisting of an open plan design with a modern and practical kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances and a convenient breakfast bar.

There is timber look vinyl flooring through the living and carpets have been fitted in the bedrooms for comfort.

The master bedroom features and ensuite and all bedrooms have been fitted with built-in

Thinking of Selling?

Think Central Realty!

wardrobes.

• Four bedrooms, two bathrooms • Steel frame home • Vinyl flooring in the living area and carpet to the bedrooms • All bedrooms have built-ins • Master bedroom has ensuite • Study area/room • Patio off the front • Two rain water tanks • Minutes to town and on cairns side • 20x Lychee and 20x Mango trees • Bore water • Fully fenced 5 acres Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

There are 20x Lychee and 20x Mango trees already established on the property, making it perfect for anyone looking for a little hobby farm. Water isn't an issue, serviced by a bore and two rain water tanks all your water needs are sorted.

Book your private inspection today. Call exclusive agent Vince Costas at Central Realty Mareeba for more information.

Phone 0419 926 691 or 4092 2232.

MAREEBA $380,000 EXCLUSIVE to Vince Costas Central Realty Mareeba 0401 926 691 or 4092 2232

Set in tranquility

4092 2232 • www.crmareeba.com

Mareeba Property Management

Your local rental specialists HOME SWEET HOME! 2 bedroom unit, built-ins in main, airconditioned lounge room, security screens, near new kitchen, carpet in lounge & main, lino in living & second bedroom, no pets. $250 PER WEEK

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

OPEN HOME

THIS SATURDAY 10AM - 12 NOON 18 Petersen Street, Mareeba • WELL MAINTAINED 3 BEDROOM WEATHERBOARD HOME • SPACIOUS TIMBER DECK, POLISHED TIMBER FLOORS • 1012M2 FENCED, TANDEM CARPORT AND LARGE SHED

PRICE: $260,000 SOPHIE BOZZO 0428 128 154 WWW.JOETORRISI.COM.AU

FOUR bedroom home on five acres – tiled throughout, large spacious kitchen with dishwasher, fans throughout, built-in in all bedrooms, fireplace, bathtub, double carport and timber deck.

PAGE 12 The Express, Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Featuring creek views, shed and storage space, rainwater tanks, irrigated, veggie garden, pizza oven and seating area.

Outside pets welcome and approval for 1 or 2 horses (fencing at

tenants expense).

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

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

MAREEBA For Rent $480 P/W Mareeba Property Management 4092 2111

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

Expresso 

Your Weekly Horoscopes March 21 to Apr 20 Aries

Wednesday 11th

Max 27o Min 19o Tide Times 0020 1.18 0651 2.72 1301 1.13 1855 2.32

Avoid functions that will bring you in contact with those you find difficult to get along with. Get on with business. You may experience setbacks due to additional responsibilities with loved ones.

Taurus

Thursday 12th

Max 27o Min 19o Tide Times 0050 1.07 0716 2.80 1323 1.03 1923 2.46

Friday 13th

Max 27o Min 21o

Tide Times 0118 0.97 0740 2.86 1347 0.91 1952 2.61

ak e r b a e k a T and relax!

Saturday 14th

Max 28o Min 21o

Tide Times 0434 2.31 1200 1.57 1639 1.76 2213 1.55

Cancer

June 22 to July 22

Tuesday 17th

Tide Times 0148 0.89 0806 2.90 1414 0.80 2024 2.74

Tide Times 0255 0.87 0900 2.84 1516 0.66 2133 2.88

Tide Times 0333 0.96 0928 2.72 1550 0.68 2212 2.86

Max 28o Min 22o

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 2½ cups lukewarm water 2 teaspoons Dry Yeast 5½ cups all purpose flour 1 tablespoon Kosher salt 10 cloves garlic, minced

Method 1. Fill a medium sized bowl with the water and sprinkle the yeast on top of it. Whisk the yeast until it’s dissolved. Add 3 cups of the flour and stir with a heavy spatula or wooden spoon until smooth.

2. Add the salt and then the remaining flour. Stir again until well combined.

Dust a clean work surface with some flour and dump out the dough. Knead the dough dusting with more flour if things get sticky.

3. Once the dough is a round ball, place the dough back into the bowl. Cover the dough and let rise in a warm area for 2-3 hours or until doubled in size.

Once the dough is ready, preheat your oven to 200 degrees or as hot as it can go if not that high. Place a pizza stone or a large upturned baking tray on the top shelf of the oven as it heats up. Dust it with a little of the corneal.

Transfer the dough to a floured surface and punch the air out of it. Cut the dough into 4 pieces.

4. Using your finger tips press each piece of dough into an oval shape. Brush the dough with some olive oil and rub some minced garlic over the surface.

5. Sprinkle with the green onion and transfer to the pizza stone or baking tray.

Bake in the oven for about 8-10 minutes, longer if you like it more crusty.

Don’t let someone take the credit for a job you did. Be courteous if you wish to avoid major delays.

Try not to be too harsh with loved ones; there will always be two sides to an Issue.

Expect to experience a sudden reversal of fortune. Limitations with females could lead to unfortunate circumstances. Hold on; your time will come.

July 23 to Aug 22 Leo

C R O S S

WORD SEARCH

Focus your efforts on details, and keep to yourself in order to finish your work. Your ability to deal with others will help you in getting the support you need.

Virgo

Aug 23 - Sept 23

Libra

Sept 24 to Oct 23

New partnerships will develop if you join investment groups.

Emotional relationships will be plentiful if you attend group activities. Opportunities to make financial gains will develop through your connections with other people.

WORD

Be sure not to burn any bridges.

Insincere gestures of friendliness may be misleading. If you can’t get ahead in the company you’re with, perhaps it’s time to move on.

Scorpio

Oct 24 to Nov 22

Difficulties with female members of your family may result in estrangement’s. You may find yourself in a heated dispute with a friend if you try to change your mind.

Sagittarius

Nov 23 to Dec 21

A long, quiet walk alone may help you sort out your thoughts.

Offer consolation, but don’t give them any direction. You could be tempted to overspend on unnecessary items. You can stabilize your personal relationship if you’re willing to communicate honestly.

Capricorn

Algae

Conch

Humpback

Sailfish

Barracuda

Dog

Jellyfish

Salt

Barrier Reef

Elephant

Kelp

Scallop

Bass

Flounder

Krill

Tide

Clam

Flying

Lobster

Whale

Clown

Giant

Ocean

Yellow

Cod

Grouper

Plankton

Puzzle solutions

Dec 22 to Jan 20

Be aware of any deception on the part of those you deal with.

Coworkers may not be completely honest with you. Don’t make any unreasonable promises that you cannot keep.

Aquarius

Jan 21 to Feb 19

Finish projects that have been hanging over your head. You’ll feel much better when your slate is clean again. Don’t be afraid to say what’s on your mind. You need to be careful not to make promises that you can’t fulfill.

Pisces

Max 26o Min 22o

HOMEMADE GARLIC NAAN BREAD

You have the stamina and determination to succeed. Don’t be afraid of opposition; your suggestions are valid. You can’t lock your partner up and if you keep restricting their freedom you may be left out in the cold.

May 22 to June 21

Monday 16th

sudoku

April 21 to May 21

Gemini

Sunday 15th

Max 28o Min 20o

ACROSS

DOWN

7. Expensive or ostentatious clothes or decoration.

8. Enter somewhere forcibly or suddenly.

9. Either of two equal or corresponding parts into which something is or can be divided.

10. Of, typical of, or peculiar to the tropics.

11. Turn into or express in verse.

13. A golf course, especially one on grass-covered sandy ground near the sea.

15. An abnormally high body temperature.

16. Weighing a great deal; heavy.

18. A day or period of celebration, typically for religious reasons.

19. A miscellaneous collection of things.

21. Physical strength and good health.

22. In a way that shows that one is not treating something as serious; casually.

1. A shiny silicate mineral with a layered structure, found as minute scales in granite and other rocks.

2. The confident and forceful expression or promotion of oneself, one’s views, or one’s desires.

3. Utterly bewilder or perplex someone.

4. A piece of turf cut out of the ground by a golf club in making a stroke.

5. A sloping grooved board or surface on which washed dishes are left to drain into an adjacent sink.

6. Towards or relating to the more expensive or affluent sector of the market.

12. Critical explanation or interpretation of a text, especially of scripture.

14. Dried leaves of tea.

17. Used before a singular noun to refer to all the individual members of a set.

20. Spend time doing nothing.

ORDER YOUR PHOTOS TODAY

Feb 20 to March 20

Be prepared to lose friends or alienate other people if you insist on being stub born. Your sensitive nature will allow others to read you well. Your honesty will not only win you points but also respect.

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

Like us & Join our Facebook friends!

4092 3464 The Express, Wednesday, April 11, 2018 PAGE 13

INDEX

business

DIRECTORY

A

C

Air Conditioning &

Childcare

Refrigeration

Curtains, Blinds &

Electrical Embroidery Entertainment

Fabrics

Blinds

E

F

Bulldozer Hire

Earthmoving

Fuel

B

AIR CONDITIONING

Floor Coverings

G

Mowing Services

Quarry

Transport

S

Graphic Design

P

Pest Management

Sandblasting/

Irrigation

Plumbing

Painting

V

Pool Maintenance

Security

Venue Hire

I

I.T

M

BULLDOZER HIRE

Q

T

EARTHMOVING

Tree Lopping Truck/ Crane hire

ELECTRICAL

Do it right the first time!

Authorised Fujitsu Service Agent

Daniel Battistin

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

R & C AIRCONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION

Business Directory

DEADLINE

• 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

Open 7 Days FOr Lunch anD Dinner

BLINDS

phOne 4092 2922

your local business guide

FLOOR COVERINGS

info@mareebakidscampus.com.au www.mareebakidscampus.com.au

BLINDS

3 Locations in Mareeba: Constance, Dunlop & Hastie Streets Early Learning • Kindergarten • Outside School & Vacation Care

Trust the BLIND specialists!

ELECTRICAL

Vertical & Venetian Blinds Panel Glides > Timber Blinds

Like us on Facebook and join the 12,103 who already do!

Supply & Fit

TO IN Blinds and Curtains

Desiree Siemon

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

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

Like us on Facebook and join the 12,103 who already do!

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

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

email: dobattistin@msn.com

25 Yarrabee Close, Mareeba Qld. 4880

CHILDCARE

Call Ross Malfitana Mobile: 0429 898 657

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

Mobile 0448 856 187

ENTERTAINMENT

4PM EVERY FRIDAY

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

MAREEBA FLOOR COVERING CENTRE

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

P 4095 5669 F 4095 5797 M 0408 887 701

CURTAINS,BLINDS & FABRIC

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

Laser Electrical Mareeba Phone: (07) 4092 4146 99 Vaughan Street, Mareeba mareeba@laserelectrical.com.au www.mareeba.laserelectrical.com.au LIC. 55472 | ARC. AU31673

Custom Made

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

Mareeba, Dimbulah, Kuranda, Walkamin, Tolga, Atherton, Kairi, Malanda, Yungaburra, Ravenshoe, Herberton, Koah, Speewah, Mutchilba, Almaden, Chillagoe, Biboohra, Mt Molloy, Julatten, Mt Carbine, Cooktown, Lakeland, Laura, Normonton, Mt Surprise, Mt Garnet, Croydon, Forsayth, Einsleigh, Karumba, Georgetown, Cairns, Mossman, Port Douglas and many more in between!

For more info phone 4092 3464

Mareeba 4092 2800 Atherton 4091 3300

FLOORS

CURTAINS & BLINDS

The ExprEss NEwspapEr delivers to:

Carpet • Vinyl • CeramiCs Floating Floors • Blinds

Plus we sell...

Tracks > Rods > Accessories

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

Tracks > Rods Competitive Curtains & Furnishings

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

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY >Phone: & Accessories 0429 869 023

96 James Street,Curtains Mareeba Competitive & Furnishings

Supply & Lay FREE Measure & Quote

FUEL

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

Phone: 0429 869 023 For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619 96 James Street, Mareeba

For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619

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.

PAGE 14 The Express, Wednesday, April 11, 2018

EMBROIDERY

receive 4¢ per litre discount by presenting this ad

Service StationS open to the public

24 hour Fuel Service to approved customers (Mareeba only) ABN 98 735 499 133

JANE PETERS: 0427 932 776 Email: pickfordpark1@bigpond.com

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 www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

business GRAPHIC DESIGN

DIRECTORY PEST MANAGEMENT

ROOT GRINDING/ REMOVAL

TRANSPORT

NEW BUSINESS!!

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

FNQ Root Grinding AP

Creating high quality artwork with a difference for your business!

N

G

R

HIC D ES

IG

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

For professional removal of troublesome tree roots

CAIRNS • MOSSMAN • TABLELANDS DAILY

now open at 2B Middlemiss St, Mareeba

Keith Cottam

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

IRRIGATION

 Freight Distribution  Warehouse Storage

0459 167 866

PLUMBING

YARRABAH SERVICE TWICE WEEKLY Email: admin@pmcarriers.com 247 Hartley Street, Portsmith

4035 2034

SANDBLASTING/ PAINTING

Sandblasting & Painting Farm Machinery, Ute Trays, Trailers, Structural Steel, Rims and more.

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

BURRATRONICS SALES, SERVICE AND REPAIRS IN-STORE AND ON-SITE

• Laptops, Tablets, and Towers • Custom Systems • Phone and Tablet Repairs and Accessories • Networking Solutions

AINT QUALIT Y PION PROTECT ED GUARANTE

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

PHONE: 4045 1767

QBCC No. 889232

124 Mason Street, Mareeba  (07) 4092 2433 • Fax (07) 4092 3126

BMG Plumbing & Gas

Locally Owned and Operated

SECURITY

Plumbing | Gas | Drainage

Brett Greening 0447 887 107 158 Hastie Road, greene608@gmail.com Mareeba ABN: 87 769 185 817

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

QBCC: 1270353

For all security needs call...

POOL MAINTENANCE

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

FARM DELIVERIES WELCOMED!

TELEPHONE: 4092 7680

Dru ThursTon 0408 913 063

TREE LOPPING

Visit our website: www.fnss.com.au

TRUCK/ CRANE HIRE

PH: (07) 4092 7038 www.burratronics.com.au BURRATRONICS

TABLELANDS TREELOPPING

Shop 3, 203-215 Byrnes Street Mareeba

MOWING SERVICES

CASH OR ACCOUNT CUSTOMERS WELCOME

POOL MAINTENANCE & POOL SHOP 71 BYRNES STREET, MAREEBA “WE OFFER A COMPLETE ON SITE POOL SERVICE” ALL POOL SUPPLIES INCLUDING FREE WATER TESTING AND EXPERT ADVICE

P: 4092 1443 or 0413 013 297

LICENSED POOL SAFET Y INSPECTOR

Truck and Crane Hire

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

8 Metre Body and a 3 Tonne Crane with a 13 Metre Boom, 8 Tonne Pay Load.

WN E D LOCALLY O ATED AND OPER

Call Jon Lambert

P: 4091 5008 M: 0407 575 916

QBCC No. 889232

QUARRY

124 Mason Street, Mareeba  (07) 4092 2433 • Fax (07) 4092 3126

VENUE HIRE

your local business guide

Having a Party or Function?

TRANSPORT

For $31 per week this spot could be yours!

Phone the Express today 4092 3464

WASHED SAND • FILL SAND BEDDING SAND QUALITY DAM LINING CLAY

your local business guide

Advertising has never been more affordable! www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

MRT

we have the perfect venue!

MAREEBA TURF CLUB MALIN REFRIGERATED TRANSPORT

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

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

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

Bookings & Info Phone (07) 4092 1167

YOU CAN AFFORD TO ADVERTISE IN THE EXPRESS DIRECTORY

WITH PRICES STARTING AT JUST $31 PER WEEK!!

Call Natasha Burton today on 4092 3464 or email: admin@theexpressnewspaper.com.au to find out more!

DIRECTORY

The Express, Wednesday, April 11, 2018 PAGE 15

CLASSIfieds phone us: 4092 3464

email us: admin@theexpressnewspaper.com.au

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

Funeral Notice Stacy MOORE

Late of Mareeba. Passed away peacefully on the 31st of March, 2018 at the Mareeba Hospital.

Aged 57 years.

Much loved mother and nanny to Kenny, Anthony, Nicole, Ashley, Chantle, Rebecca and their families.

Family and friends are warmly invited to attend a Funeral Service for Stacy to be held at Royals Church, 9 Park Avenue, Mareeba on FRIDAY the 13th April, 2018 commencing at 10:30am. At the conclusion of the service, the cortege will then proceed to the Mareeba Lawn Cemetery.

LUHRS: SETH JAMES

Late of Mareeba. Passed away on the 1st April 2018. Aged 24 years.

Jeff, Veronica, Jason, Jocelyn, Zeb, Nik and Tasmin invite relatives and friends to celebrate the life of their “SHINING LIGHT” and beloved son and brother SETH JAMES LUHRS His service will take place at Mountain View Chapel, Guilfoyle’s Tablelands Crematorium, 3 Nasser Rd, Atherton on Thursday the 12th April 2018 commencing at 2:00pm.

In memory of Seth, smart casual dress is requested and in lieu of flowers, donations to Arthritis Australia for research into Ankylosing Spondylitis can be made.

Guilfoyle Funeral Services

Chapels, Crematorium & Memorial Gardens

Atherton: 4091 2147 Mareeba: 4092 1013 Local Family Owned & “Entrusted for over 65 years”

www.guilfoylefunerals.com.au

Tender

TMSC2018-13 AND TMSC2018-14 Mareeba Shire Council hereby invites written tenders for the Supply & Delivery of Full Service Seal (excluding Traffic Control) Ootan Road, AlmadenTMSC2018-13 and Supply & Delivery of Type 2.1 Road Base, Ootan Road, Almaden TMSC2018-14.

Obtaining Documentation: Tender documents are lodged on Council’s online e-procurement system for release Wednesday 11 April 2018, Tenderlink - www.tenderlink.com/msc. Please register as a potential supplier on Tenderlink to download the documents. There is no charge to register or to download the documents.

Enquiries: Tender enquiries, questions or clarifications should be directed via the online forum. Mareeba Shire Council officers are unable to respond to verbal enquiries in relation to the tender. The forum will close 5 days prior to the tender closing time and date. Please ensure that all questions, information requests and clarifications are posted prior to this time.

Lodgement of Tenders: Completed responses must be lodged by uploading the submission to Tenderlink, using the response forms within the tender documentation.

We strongly recommend that you begin uploading your tender submission files at least two (2) hours BEFORE tender closing.

Closing Time: The Closing Time for lodgement of Tenders is 11.00am Tuesday 8 May, 2018.

Submissions must be fully received by this time.

Late, verbal or emailed tenders will not be accepted.

For technical issues or general assistance to register, download documents or upload your tender submission on this website, please contact Tenderlink Support Help Desk on 1800 233 533 or email support@tenderlink.com.

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

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

Position Vacant

DEVELOPMENTS OPERATORS & LABOURERS FGF Developments is seeking applications from suitably qualified Operators and Labourers for works in the Tablelands region. Fixed-term contract / casual basis positions are available for start in mid-April.

To apply, please send your resume to: reception@fgf.com.au

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

Public Notice

Brett Thompson Jeweller.

Watch batteries and jewellery repairs now in Cairns.

Ph 0437 800 892.

SKIP BINS AVAILABLE

For Rent Mareeba, 2 bedroom, furnished unit. No pets. $280 per week. Ph 4092 5225 or 0407 925 225.

For Sale MOBILITY SCOOTER

C.T.M. HS-686 Good condition with shade frame.

$1200 ONO PH: 4092 1116

Garage Sale 218 Walsh St, Mareeba

ONE DAY ONLY!

13 Foulis St, Mareeba SATURDAY ONLY 7AM-5PM Furniture, White Goods, Household Items, Electrical Items etc.

Everything must go!

BOAT AND JETSKI LICENCES ~~~ MOST DAYS ~~~

TEL: 0404 545 848

Advertising has never been more affordable!

PAGE 16 The Express, Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Like us & Join our 12,103 Facebook friends!

Courses/ Training

ALL SIZES PHONE 4095 5182

FIRST AID & CPR COURSE (Face to Face - One Day Course)

Thursday 12th April Mareeba Leagues Club Bookings Required - Phone 0412 046 588

Boys From The Bush

CAR WASH

This Saturday @ Beaurepaires Mareeba 7am-1pm

Pets

Adopt-A-Pet

Wanted WANTED TO BUY

Tractors, Dozers, Back hoes, Drotts, Fork lifts etc.

My name is Dixie. I have just finished raising my kittens and now I want a lovely home just for me! Visit me at the refuge or phone 4092 3060.

All models, any condition.

PH: 3201 5099

Advertising works.

Call 4092 3464.

Saturday 14th April @ 7am

Boats

How Do I CanCel an aDvertIsement?

Should you need to cancel an existing advertisement please call the office on (07) 4092 3464 before the deadline: Display ads 4pm thursday; Classifieds 4pm Friday Prior to Wednesday’s publication date.

Another method of cancellation is by: Fax (07) 4092 6346 or email: admin@theexpressnewspaper.com

Jeweller

fax us: 4092 6346

Contact the refuge on 4092 3060 Hickling Avenue, Mareeba

www.mareebaanimalrefuge.com.au

What’s Coming Up?

APRIL 28th

Mareeba Orchid & Pot Plant Society Orchid Display. 9am - 4pm, Mareeba Square - inside centre, next to Coles.

WEEKLY, FORTNIGHTLY & MONTHLY EVENTS > Q.C.W.A Mareeba Bingo every Thursday from 9am at the Q.C.W.A Hall, Wilkes St, Mareeba. > Q.C.W.A Aerial Outpost Branch Craft Day. 4th Wednesday of the month 9am. 15 Wilson St, Mareeba. > Mareeba Lioness Club Monthly Seniors Bingo and free morning tea is held 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Mareeba CWA Hall starting at 9am. > 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 St, Mareeba. > 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. > St George’s Church Indoor Bowls Tuesday’s at 1pm at St George’s Hall at 53 Constance St, Mareeba. > Mareeba RSL Club Soup Kitchen every Tuesday, 6pm-8pm entry via back gate. > Al-Anon Family Groups - Atherton and Yungaburra. Ph 1300 252 666. > Mareeba & District Orchid & Pot Plant Society - Monthly meeting held on second Saturday of each month, (except December), at Mareeba CWA Hall, Dempster Street, Mareeba. Meetings start at 2 p.m. All welcome.

Email The Express today: admin@theexpressnewspaper.com.au

YOU CAN AFFORD TO ADVERTISE IN THE EXPRESS CLASSIFIEDS WE HAVE AFFORDABLE ADVERTISING RATES TO SUIT EVERY BUDGET!!

CLASSIFIEDS

Call Natasha Burton today on 4092 3464 or email: admin@theexpressnewspaper.com.au to find out more! www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

EXPRESS SPORT PORT

Huge turnout for boxing event Boxing winners from the Dimbulah event with organiser Wayne Bryde.

Over 200 people turned out to watch a full card of amateur boxing last month in Dimbulah.

Boxers from Cairns, Townsville, Palm Island and Dimbulah travelled to the event on March 24 which saw some of the region’s best fighters pitted against eachother.

Local boxers Drew Fenech, Stevo Philliot, Chevvy Tobin, Jennie Gogula, Akeam Brim, Akia Jose, George Anderson and Matthew Carroll all jumped in the boxing ring and had a fight. Former local boxer George Anderson won his bout against Chris Paulsen from Townsville who came out boxing but George controlled the fight with a barrage of heavy

hitting leading to a unanimous points win. George now has his eyes set on the Golden Gloves tournament in June held in Cairns.

Cairns woman Shev Hanson and fighter from Hit Pit gym in Cairns stood up against local boxer Jennie Gogala. The winner out of this fight would face off against Dimbulah local Akia Jose for the main bout of the night. Jennie fought hard but heavy hitting punches from Shev stopped Jennie in the second round.

“The main bout was a cracker of a fight with local girl Akia Jose and winner of bout three Shev Hanson standing toe to toe,” said event organizer Wayne Bryde from Bryde’s boxing gym in Mareeba.

PHOTOS BY LOUISE CLEMANCE.

“Akia fought with pride with the crowd going crazy.

She went the distance with heavy hitting and great boxing but fell just short with the winnings going to Shev Hanson.”

Mr Bryde said the highlight of the night was bout nine with local boxer Chevy Tobin going against Aussie champion Lewis Chadwick.

“The crowd went crazy chanting ‘Chevy, Chevy, Chevy,’ and when the bell rang the two boxers came at each other at a 100 miles an hour resulting with the winner going to the Aussie champion,” he said.

“But there was respect all around with Chevy taking on the champion.”

Mareeba boy Mat-

thew Carroll also fought a well-schooled boxer from Cairns for the main junior bout resulting a win to the Cairns boxer Brendon East.

“I would like to thank everyone who came and supported the boxing,” said Mr Bryde.

“It was a great success and we will be holding another fight show called Boxers at War 3 on the July 28 in Dimbulah.

“Also would like to thank Dimbulah Butchers for donating the meat tray, Jennie Gugula for donating a $50 gift voucher and also the Junction Hotel for their support, as well as the Lions Club for their support.”

Mr Bryde also wanted to thank the crew that helped set up the event.

Trisha Spry with Michael Kaspowitz in Brisbane after she received her award.

Trisha wins major award

By Rebecca Wallis

Mareeba’s female cricket fraternity were on top of the world last week after the announcement that the lady that kicked it all off for them had beat off stiff competition to become Queensland Cricket’s Volunteer of the Year.

Trisha Spry singlehandedly pushed for the introduction of cricket aimed at women who did not have a background in the sport, making it more fun and social. She was inundated with requests from locals

wanting to take part and the annual ladies cup was recently named after her.

Such has been its popularity, it garnered the attention of Cricket Far North (CFN) and on March 29 she was flown to Brisbane for the Cricket Queensland awards night where she beat 12 other nominees to the Volunteer of the Year award.

“It was great to receive the accolade and have all my hard work recognised,” she said.

“I was a little bit shocked! But as well as winning the award it was

great to meet all the other volunteers and chat to them about what they’re doing in their region.”

Trisha’s son Ben Jones accompanied her to the awards at the Royal Exhibition Centre at the RNA Showgrounds.

Trisha said it was a great opportunity to put Far North cricket on the map and showcase what the region has achieved.

This Friday, April 13, Mareeba and District Cricket Club will be holding their presentation night.

The fun kicks off at 5.30pm at Mareeba Race Course.

Tolga races in fine form

Beautiful weather was in store for racegoers at Morrow Park on Saturday for Atherton Turf Club’s latest meet.

Trainers, jockeys, punters and owners lined the track to cheer home the winners including Jueun in New York (pictured) trained by Gordonvale race horse trainer Ralph Baker and ridden by Amanda Thomson.

Jueun in New York beats Celestial Son to the winnings in Race 1, the Maiden Plate 1000m at Morrow Park on Saturday.

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

The Express, Wednesday, April 11, 2018 PAGE 17

EXPRESS SPORT PORT Gators’ solid effort in first season match

Bulls ready for season THE FNQ Football season officially kicks off this weekend.

In their first match of 2018, the Mareeba Bulls will travel down to Cairns to take on the Southside Comets this Sunday.

The premiers play at 5pm, the reserves at 3pm and the ladies at 1pm.

Team mates watch on as William Dodd kicks the ball back into Gladiators territory.

The Mareeba Gladiators put in a strong performance on home turf Saturday night but could not defeat the Kangaroos with the closing score 16- 26.

The Gators will take on the Mossman Sharks this Saturday night at Mossman Showgrounds. A Grade kicks off at 6pm.

Bailie Olufson.

Jeremy Nitschke.

Rhee Tae Kwon Do Action Day – April 7

Ben Argent from the Mareeba club.

Katie Hayes from Atherton.

Joel Nagy from Atherton.

Teneisha Pedro from Atherton.

Encouraging people to have a go at tennis Mareeba Tennis Club opens up courts to offer a tennis day to the public Saturday 14th April.

Tennis has introduced a myriad of different programs that aim to provide opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to participate in the sport.

Budding tennis players and fans are urged to come down to the Mareeba Tennis Club and make a racquet on Saturday 14 th April from 2pm.

The Mareeba tennis club is opening their doors

PAGE 18 The Express, Wednesday, April 11, 2018

to the community encouraging everyone to pick up a racquet, have a hit and participate in the inclusive sport of tennis.

This will be a great opportunity to meet the new coach Harold Prinns.

Harold has extensive experience in all types of coaching programs from juniors to adults.

Everybody is welcome at the club to enjoy activities including ANZ Tennis Hot Shots, Cardio Tennis, a Hit the Target competition, coaching, free play, with a

sausage sizzle to finish the day.

Club President Mark Keating said it will be a great day out for the whole family.

“The Club Tennis Day promises to be a lot of fun, and you don’t need to know how to play tennis to come along and join in.

“It might just be the start of a new interest and new friendships,” he said.

For more information visit the Mareeba tennis Club facebook site.

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

EXPRESS SPORT PORT

LET’S HELP YOU INTO A

CIVIC

Memorial trophy day at Malanda

CR-V

Roosters’ Jack Willis heads to the line for his second try on Sunday.

HR-V

A 24-6 win over Ivanhoes on Sunday has given the Atherton Roosters a perfect start to the 2018 Cairns District Rugby League premiership season.

The Roosters out scored their opposition 5 tries to 1 and backed themselves with a huge defensive effort. Ivanhoes did score in the 18th minute but from there they were well contained by the new look Roosters outfit.

Tries to Jack Willis and Reece Munster gave the Roosters a 10-6 lead at the break and one to winger Matty Baillie soon after the restart pushed the Roosters further in front. Munster and Willis both scored again in the second part of the contest to give the Roosters a impressive win.

Roosters coach Graham Clark said it was a very positive start to the new season and highlighted the teams defensive effort.

“We kept coming up with the tackles and this really frustrated Ivanhoes in the second part of the match,” he said.

“It was a very hot Sunday afternoon but everyone kept going and pushed through.”

Ivanhoes won the reserve grade over Atherton 24-10 while the Roosters took the colts points 18-0 ahead of Ivanhoes.

This Sunday the Atherton Roosters play Brothers at Williams Park in Cairns.

WITH GREAT DEALS ACROSS A GREAT RANGE OF MODELS

JAZZ

Roosters’ perfect start to 2018 league season

HONDA

HURRY INTO YOUR LOCAL DEALER TODAY

Winners of the Keith Battle Memorial Trophy were Col Ogden, Lois O’Brien, Keith McCann and Kevin Russo.

BAD weather didn’t stop a great turnout of bowlers on Sunday April 1, for the Keith Battle Memorial Trophy day, in Malanda.

The winners were the team of Kevin Russo, Lois O’Brien, Keith McCann and Col Ogden, with a fun afternoon had by all.

On Sunday April 8, with a game of swap-around

fours – the team of Keg Turnbull, Andy Soley, Sandra Callaghan and Harding Wallace came out on top after a countback.

Coming events for Malanda Bowls Club include – Sunday April 15 – Social Bowls, 1.30pm start.

Sunday April 22 – Patron’s Day at the Mareeba Bowls Club, 9am start.

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

Get the best deal at Reddings!

4091 8700 • www.reddings.com.au ±Drive away price shown available at participating Honda Dealers, while stocks last, on new and ex demo Jazz VTi manual with flat paint. °Drive away price shown available at participating Honda Dealers, while stocks last, on new and ex demo Civic Hatch and Sedan VTi with flat paint. ‡Apple CarPlay®, iPhone and Siri are trademarks of Apple Inc. CarPlay and Siri requires iPhone 5 model and above running iOS 7.1 or higher. #Android, Android Auto and Google are trademarks of Google Inc. Android Auto and Google Voice Search requires Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or above. +Drive away price shown available at participating Honda Dealers, while stocks last, on new and ex demo HR-V VTi with flat paint. ^Drive away price shown available at participating Honda Dealers, while stocks last, on new and ex demo CR-V 2WD VTi.

The Express, Wednesday, April 11, 2018 PAGE 19

HANSEN FORD 15 FORD RANGER PXII 4X4 XLT DUAL CAB

DEMO MITSUBISHI

Go Further

3YEARSFREESERVICING

MMA0402_July Demo Drive_Windscreen Banner_1000x360mm_1.indd 1

3.2 litre turbo diesel auto, tech pack, sat nav, reverse camera fibreglass canopy, tow bar, electric brakes, balance of new vehicle warranty.

$47,500 DRIVE AWAY

12 FORD TERRITORY TS WAGON

2.7 litre turbo diesel automatic, 7 seats, reverse camera, tow bar, 12 months warranty

*

$21,990 DRIVE AWAY

16 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER WORKMATE CAB CHASSIS V8 turbo diesel, manual, 16,000 kilometres, tow bar, steel bull bar, steel dropside tray, balance of factory warranty .................................................................................................... $64,990 14 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER GXL UTILITY Bull bar, side rails, tow bar, lights, UHF water tank and tool box, dual battery, 6 months rego, 12 months warranty ....................................................................................... $59,990 14 TOYOTA PRADO GXL 7 SEATER WAGON 3.0 litre turbo diesel, auto, rear ducted airconditioning, alloy bull bar, lights, window tinting, 48,800 kilometres, 12 months warranty....................................................... $50,990 14 FORD RANGER XLT DUAL CAB Auto, bull bar, driving lights, UHF, tonneau cover and more, 12 months warranty ................ $41,990 13 TOYOTA HILUX SR5 DUAL CAB Build Dec 2012, turbo diesel auto, tow bar, hard deck cover, side steps, sat nav, 12 months warranty ................................................................................................................ $38,990 12 TOYOTA HILUX SR 4X4 SINGLE CAB Turbo diesel, alloy tray, ladder rack, tow bar, 12 months warranty, 6 months rego ............... $32,990 2015 BUILD 12/14 TOYOTA HIACE LWB VAN Turbo diesel manual, bull bar, cargo barrier, one owner, light duties, 12 months warranty ... $29,490 10 FORD RANGER XLT 4X4 DUAL CAB Turbo diesel automatic, fibreglass canopy with awning, long range tank, dual batteries, tow bar, rear sensors and more ......................................................................$22,490 09 MITSUBISHI TRITON GLX-R 4X4 DUAL CAB 2.5 litre turbo diesel, manual, alloys, nudge bar, tow bar, fibreglass canopy, 12 months warranty .................................................................................................................$17,990 14 HONDA CIVIC VTI SEDAN 1.8 litre automatic, alloys 24000 kilometres, 12 months warranty ..........................................$17,490 10 FORD ESCAPE AWD SUV WAGON Auto, alloys, roof rails, 12 months warranty.............................................................................$11,990 PRICES INCLUDE GOVERNMENT TRANSFERS, STAMP DUTY AND REGISTRATION.

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

26/06/2017 5:16 pm

MITSUBISHI LANCER ES SPORT AUTO SEDAN WAS $23,969

(2383152 - WHITE)

NOW ONLY $20,490

DRIVE AWAY - NO MORE TO PAY

SAVE $3,479

MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER LS 2WD AUTO WAGON (2340870 - STARLIGHT)

WAS $33,754

NOW ONLY $28,990

DRIVE AWAY - NO MORE TO PAY

∙ Mitsubishi Lancer ES Sport Auto Sedan (2348282-Titanium) ∙ Mitsubishi ASX LS Manual Wagon (2390401-White) ∙ Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross LS Auto Wagon (2378583-Titanium) ∙ Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross LS Auto Wagon (2378568-Red) ∙ Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross LS Auto Wagon (2378585-Silver) ∙ Mitsubishi Outlander LS 2WD Auto Wagon (2340858-Ironbark) ∙ Mitsubishi Outlander LS 2WD Auto Wagon (2362034-Titanium) ∙ Mitsubishi Outlander LS AWD Auto Wagon (2362567-White) ∙ Mitsubishi Outlander LS AWD Auto Wagon (2362568-White) ∙ Mitsubishi Outlander ES 2WD Auto Wagon (2402305-Silver) ∙ Mitsubishi Outlander ES 2WD Auto Wagon (2382440-White) ∙ Mitsubishi Outlander ES 2WD Auto Wagon (2382415-Titanium) ∙ Mitsubishi Triton GLX 4x4 Auto Dual Cab (2393294-White) ∙ Mitsubishi Triton GLX+ 4x4 Auto Dual Cab (2370395-Silver)

WAS $23,969 WAS$28,089 WAS$33,754 WAS$33,754 WAS$33,754 WAS $33,754 WAS $33,754 WAS $36,844 WAS $36,844 WAS $33,754 WAS$33,754 WAS $33,754 WAS $42,607 WAS $43,637

SAVE $3,479 SAVE $3,099 SAVE $1,254 SAVE $1,254 SAVE $1,254 SAVE $4,764 SAVE $4,764 SAVE $2,854 SAVE $2,854 SAVE $3,254 SAVE $3,254 SAVE $3,254 SAVE $7,117 SAVE $5,647

SAVE $4,764

NOW $20,490 NOW $24,990 NOW $32,500 NOW $32.500 NOW $32,500 NOW $28,990 NOW $28,990 NOW $33,990 NOW $33,990 NOW $30,500 NOW $30,500 NOW $30,500 NOW $35,490 NOW $37,990

*T & C's APPLY. 3 YEARS FREE SERVICING ON SELECTED VEHICLES ONLY.

TALK TO SANTINO TODAY ABOUT OUR COMPETITIVE FINANCE AND INSURANCE OPTIONS 313-315 Byrnes Street, Mareeba 4092 5100 www.mareebamitsubishi.com.au After Hours: David Mete 0408 793 050 www.mareebamm.com.au Peter Acha 0417 006 698 or Adrian Madrid 0413 745 247

COMPARE OUR PRICES

...WHY PAY MORE? USED PASSENGER VEHICLES

 16 HYUNDAI IMAX: 2.4 litre auto 8 seat van, only 31,000 kilometres, reverse camera, rear sensors, front and rear airconditioning vents, balance of factory warranty, excellent condition .............................................. $31,990  15 NISSAN JUKE ST SERIES 2: 1.6 litre auto 5 door hatch 2WD, travelled 36,000 kilometres, in funky Bumblebee Yellow, excellent condition .................. $18,990  15 HYUNDAI i30 ACTIVE: 1.8 litre auto 5 door hatch, good kilometres, reverse parking sensors, log book service history, excellent condition, balance of new car warranty.......................................................................... $15,990  14 TOYOTA CAMRY ALTISE: 2.5 litre auto sedan, travelled 59,000 kilometres, alloy wheels, good service history ................................................. $15,990  12 MAZDA 2 NEO: 1.5 litre manual 5 door hatch, ideal first car..............................$9,990  06 NISSAN MAXIMA Ti: 3.5 litre V6 auto sedan, travelled only 89,000 kilometres, one careful local owner, good service history, excellent condition .......$8,990

USED COMMERCIAL VEHICLE  15 NISSAN NAVARA SE SILVERLINE: 2.5 litre turbo diesel auto dual cab 4x4, travelled 26,000 kilometres, fitted with alloy nudge bar, tow bar and fibreglass canopy, outstanding condition............................................................................. $30,990

COMING SOON!  13 NISSAN NAVARA RX: 2.5 litre turbo diesel manual king cab 4x4 with steel dropside body and tow bar, local vehicle, good condition.  LATE 13 TOYOTA HILUX SR: Turbo diesel manual dualcab 4x4 with dropside body.  14 MITSUBISHI ASX LS: Auto 4x2 wagon.  09 MITSUBISHI LANCER ES: Auto sedan.  10 TOYOTA HILUX WORKMATE: 2.7 litre petrol manual 4x2 single cab ute.  04 SUBARU FORESTER: Auto AWD wagon.

Chano Trentin’s

ALL WHEEL DRIVE CENTRE TOLGA ROAD, ATHERTON • PHONE 4030 5400

AFTER HOURS: Con Spanos 0417 914 285 • www.allwheeldrivecentre.com.au

PAGE 20 The Express, Wednesday, April 11, 2018

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au