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By Boyd Robertson Mareeba’s community will have the final say in who provides the best customer service in town.

Voting in Mareeba Chamber of Commerce’s Customer Service Award is now open to the public, and will recognise the person or business that has kept its clients the happiest for the last two years.

Voting is accessible through the Chamber’s Facebook Page, the Chamber website www.mareebachamber.com.

Donny Brcko, hardware manager at Mareeba Mitre 10: “My approach to customer service is to keep things casual and start everything off with a laugh – I say g’day and have a bit of a muck-around to put the customer at rest. You don’t find too many people that go into the hardware section and expect things to be totally serious – it’s a bit like a huge toy store for grownups. It also really helps to have good staff in the rest of the store because people don’t visit just one section. Usually I and the rest of the staff get positive feedback so it seems to be working – and you do need to keep the customers happy, or why would they bother coming back?”

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“This award will act as an inspiration to other people and businesses to go that extra mile to improve their own customer service,” he said.

“The town of Mareeba has a reputation for fantastic customer service and we really want to keep ourselves in that stereotype. “Everyone in Mareeba will now get a chance to vote for the people that epitomise that ideal.”

The Express spoke to each of the nominees to find out their views on customer service, along with their special tips and tricks for keeping patrons happy.

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au, or phone the office on 4092 6050. There are four people and six businesses nominated for the award.

Voting will close on October 14 and the award will be presented at the Chamber’s Business Awards Gala Dinner at Mareeba Turf Club on October 26.

It is the only one of the Chamber’s six Business Awards that is open to public voting.

Chamber president Pietro Girgenti said it was vitally important to recognise customer service as a core business skill.

Kerry Iacovella, paint manager at Mareeba Mitre 10: “I’ve got 14 years of experience at Mitre 10 and I feel the way I approach my work is to make sure the customer gets everything they need on the first try so they don’t have to come in again and again for the same job.

I also always try to follow-up with people and say ‘How did that last job go, what do you need for the next one?’ – it’s always good to hear how their last project finished up and give them tips for the next one they’re planning.

It’s pretty important to have good customer service because put simply, if you don’t, the competition will!”

That’s My Physio (represented by practice owner Joey Trotter): “For us, our customer service starts before someone even walks in the door – we have a text message system that reminds clients when they have an upcoming appointment so they rarely miss one. When they arrive we offer them water, a comfortable chair and see if they need anything else. The notification thing is important in subtle ways because it gives people a bit responsibility over their treatment – at the end of the day we want people to be taking their pain management into their own hands.

If we can help them to do that then we’ve achieved our objectives – plus we’ve helped take the load off the health system and the taxpayers that pay for it.”

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Suncorp Bank Mareeba Branch (represented by manager Valentina Caamano): “From when someone first walks in the door to the office, we want them to know that we will try to go above and beyond the basics, and that no problem is too small or too big to fix. The staff always have a smile on their face, we always try to be very approachable with a down-to earth attitude, make a connection with the client and put people at ease – but it’s also vital that everyone gets first-class service so that they feel that they are the most important part of the whole process. The customer in front of us the number one priority from our point of view – they don’t leave until they are happy.”

Nathan De Lai, Manager at Outback Solar and Wind: “I’ve been here since the place opened 15 years ago and I’ve always looked at it like this: If the customer comes to you with a problem, it’s about fixing it, not making a sale. Honesty and integrity like that will lead to repeat business, even though quite often I might me sending people to my opposition. Our customer base is mainly grey nomads and sometimes it’ll happen that I’ll solve a problem for someone one year, and they’ll come back two or three years later asking ‘Do you remember my face? We skipped getting new panels in Ravenshoe and came here because you helped us out a while back’ – so it does work in the long run.”

Remo Esposito, sales consultant at Sibi Girgenti Real Estate: “My values in my approach to customer service have always been honesty, integrity, efficiency, following up with the clients, listening closely and understanding their needs. People will definitely notice if they come back in and you’ve forgotten about them The way I see it is that I don’t sell a product, I sell myself – people have to trust me before they’re going to listen to a recommendation about a house. A house is a massive investment, so you must build that trust and show you’re working for them and no-one else.”

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$6.5m building lies empty

By Ryan Groube

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A $6.5 million State Government building in Mareeba is in danger of lying unoccupied in 2014, less than two years after being opened.

The Department of Housing and Public Works (DHPW) is scrambling to find a new tenant for the Mareeba Agriscience Hub in Peters Street.

In the past six months, both tenants – the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAFF) and the Australian Agricultural College Corporation (AACC) – informed DHPW that they would not continue to lease the building.

A spokesperson from DHPW said: “The tenancy is currently vacant and the department is working to find a new tenant.”

“The department is currently investigating a range of options to fill the tenancy including finding a public sector tenant, leasing the property to a private sector tenant or selling the

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MACKAY Sugar has disbanded its troubled Community Working Group (CWG) as tension between the miller and residents of Mount Molloy and Julatten came to a head last week.

Earlier this year, Tableland Canegrowers signed a Sugar Supply Agreement with Mackay Sugar that will see about 700,000 tonnes transported by truck to the Mossman Mill from May 2014.

The CWG was established on August 26 as a forum for residents to work with the miller to find ways of mitigating the impact 40,000 B Double movements that will pass through the towns.

After a short but controversial life, The Express can reveal a refusal from both parties to negotiate on the proposed tonnage was the key reason behind the collapse of the group.

“I can confirm that the anticipated tonnage was one of the concerns raised at our inaugural meeting,” Mackay Sugar communications manager Lorelei van Dalen said.

“The decision to disband the CWG follows the recent resignation of the CWG Chairman (Queensland Corporate Communications Network managing director David Donohue), which resulted from what he described as some in the group ‘maintaining what seems to be an entrenched and aggressive stance’.”

Mackay Sugar chief executive Quinton Hildebrand previously told The Express that reducing the amount of cane travelling to Mossman was not on the table for negotiation.

CWG group member and Mount Molloy In lieu of the CWG, Mackay Sugar has anresident Rupert Russell, the first CWG group nounced at least two “intensive planning workmember to talk to the media, insisted his com- shops” will be held in Mareeba “involving a ments were his own and that he did not speak number of Mt Molloy and Julatten community for the group. representatives, and representatives from the Mr Russell said the CWG had been a token Department of Transport and Main Roads, the effort for consultation and that without a reduc- Queensland Police Service and the Tablelands tion in tonnage there was very little that could Regional Council”. be done to reduce the impact for residents.

“We remain committed to working with “We are looking at a B Double coming the Mt Molloy and Julatten communities and through every six to eight minutes, what can developing a transportation strategy that takes we do to reduce that impact unless they reduce into account the various concerns of Mt Molloy the tonnage and therefore the amount of vehicle and Julatten residents,” Ms van Dalen said. movements?”

The remaining members of the CWG will “They [Mackay Sugar] have made it very continue to meet in an unofficial capacity. clear that what they are doing is legal and that they have no interest in reducing the amount they bring down. It makes you wonder if they ever had any serious inclination to consult.”

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property on the private market.”

The AACC left the building on July 29 for a site at Walkamin with a spokesperson citing a need for more space.

DAFF will relocate to another State Government office at the Peters Street complex.

“By the end of the year, DAFF will consolidate its presence at the Mareeba complex into one building (Block B, access via Peters Street).

This will be more efficient and cost effective,” a spokesperson for the department said.

In December 2011, former Labor Minister Tim Mulherin officially opened the building, trumpeting that it would transform Mareeba into one of Queensland’s leading agri-science, research, training and service hubs for the primary industries sector.

“The opening of the Mareeba Agriscience Hub will establish the Atherton Tablelands as a national leader in tropical agricultural science and training,” he said at the time.

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Lisa Curry to visit the Tableland

OLYMPIC and Commonwealth games swim star Lisa Curry will visit the Tableland for three days in November.

During her visit, which will take place 22-24 November, it is planned to include a variety of community activities including a visit to Atherton High School, a lunch for local charities and a free public fitness seminar, a chance to Swim with Lisa Curry at the Dimbulah, Mareeba, Mt Garnet and Kuranda pools and attendance at the Atherton Family Fun Day at Atherton pool.

There will also be a motivational workshop aimed at local sportsmen and women.

"Lisa is an enormously successful woman and Tablelands Regional Council has voted to bring her to this area, in partnership with Atherton IGA, Lake Tinaroo Resort, Atherton Coffee Club and TRC pool lessees" Mayor Rosa Lee Long said.

"She is underway with a road trip designed to raise awareness about obesity and related health problems and Council seized the opportunity to bring her, and her message, to this area."

Improved parking for Tolga school

PARKING near Tolga State School will be improved in line with a petition from parents, Tablelands Regional Council decided at last week’s meeting.

A footpath fronting the School on Catherine Street will also be built.

"At present short term parking is provided by way of seven bays on Catherine Street which operate between 8.30am and 9.30 am and again from 2.30pm to 3.30pm and which allow for five minute stops," Mayor Rosa Lee Long said.

"However a petition from parents was received

by Council, via Divisional Councillor Marjorie Pagani, requesting a number of things from Council and an officer's report on those was presented to us yesterday."

As a result of that report, Council will now change the short term parking on Catherine Street to four bays, each allowing for 10 minute stops between 8.30am and 9.30am and then 2.30pm to 3.30pm.

"The present 5-minute stopping time has been suggested as too short a period for those parents needing to bring their children to the adjacent preschool section," Cr Lee Long said.

A new, concrete footpath will be installed adjacent to existing kerb and channelling along the Catherin St frontage of the school. Council also voted to give future consideration to additional sealing of centre median parking in Main Street outside the school.

"I am happy to see Council responding positively to these requests and making life easier and safer for our school children and their families," Cr Lee Long said.

$10m in community grants

Five hundred local community organisations across Queensland will share in grants totalling more than $10 million.

Attorney-General Jarrod Bleijie said the grants provided through the Gambling Community Benefit Fund would help not-for-profit organisations to deliver much needed services to Queenslanders most in need.

“Local groups and organisations are the back bone of our communities,” Mr Bleijie said.

“They provide such valuable support so it’s vital that we help these groups when we can.”

“The Yugumbir State School, Southport Labrador Cricket Club, Sandstone Point Community Association, QCWA Rosewood and the Lions Club Atherton are among the groups receiving grants and highlight the benefits they provide.

“The Lions Club of Atherton will soon have new catering equipment after receiving just over $4,000.”

Mr Bleijie said the Gambling Community Benefit Fund provided grants every three months with applications for the next round of funding closing at the end of November 2013.

“It is wonderful these groups can continue their work and I thank each and every one of them for their tireless effort and dedication to their local communities.

For more information or to apply for a grant visit www.olgr.qld.gov.au/grants

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Language app for scenic Railway

Queensland Rail has launched a free app for iPhone and Android technology to assist customers from non-English speaking backgrounds onboard the Kuranda Scenic Railway.

Queensland Rail Executive General Manager Customer Service Martin Ryan said the app would enhance the experience for local and international tourists by providing audio and visual commentary from onboard the train to their mobile devices.

“We have developed a unique and interactive app to give customers, in particular overseas visitors, the opportunity to listen to commentary while they sit back, relax and take in the many historical sites onboard the Kuranda Scenic Railway,” Mr Ryan said.

“The app is very simple and easy to use and can be downloaded for free by searching ‘KSR’ in the iTunes and Google play stores, and selecting from one of the four available languages including Japanese, Mandarin, German and English.

“Once downloaded, customers simply select their departure station (Cairns, Kuranda or Freshwater) and choose from the numbered landmarks for more information. An audio playbar, image and transcript of the commentary will appear.

“Customers can scroll through the app browsing information about the World Heritage protected rainforest landmarks from Cairns to Kuranda, learn about the history and making of the Kuranda Scenic Railway as well as be educated on important safety messages for each station.”

Mr Ryan said the app was expected to be a big hit with international visitors who made up about three quarters of the Kuranda Scenic Railway market.

“More than 350,000 customer journeys were made on the Kuranda Scenic Railway in the last financial year, with about 75 per cent of these from overseas visitors, including our biggest markets Japan, China, Germany, United Kingdom, France, United States and New Zealand.

“We expect the new app to encourage even more overseas tourists to visit the Cairns region and to use the service as they now can now travel independently without the need for an interpreter.”

Award for health care centre

Mossman Gorge Primary Health Care Centre (PHCC) was named AGPAL’s Rural & Remote General Practice of the Year in a gala event in Sydney on Friday September 27.

Mossman Gorge PHCC, the only community controlled primary health care centre on Cape York, is run by Apunipima Cape York Health Council which provides primary health care to 11 Cape York communities.

Australian General Practice Accreditation Limited (AGPAL) is the leading provider of accreditation and related quality improvement services to general practices. Accreditation is based on standards developed by the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.

Apunipima Program Manager: Family Health Leeona West says the award was a significant milestone for Apunipima, Mossman Gorge PHCC and most importantly, the people and communities of Cape York.

‘AGPAL accreditation demonstrates our ability to provide the highest quality care. This award means we are providing the highest quality of care possible in a rural and remote setting. This award is significant as we were competing against mainstream organisations from across Australia. To be recognised as the Rural and Remote General Practice of the Year sends a clear message that Aboriginal Health Organisations are providing the best care in the country.’

‘The people of Cape York deserve the very best care. This award recognises that our service is providing it.’

The health picture in Mossman Gorge has changed significantly since Apunipima took over the community’s small Queensland Health clinic in 2009.

‘Back then, the clinic had paper records and doctors who visited the community for four hours a week. Anecdotally, health outcomes were poor with high rates of smoking, drinking and chronic disease,’ Ms West explains.

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Epic bike ride

By Boyd Robertson The popular turnout at a marathon mountain biking event at Davies Creek over the weekend has demonstrated the exploding popularity of cycle tourism on the Tableland.

A total of 141 riders from Cairns, Townsville and interstate joined local competitors to tackle the FN Epic endurance race at the Davies Creek Trail Complex outside Mareeba on Sunday.

Organised by the Mareeba Mountain Goats biking club, the event featured the debut of a brutal 100-kilometre track, featuring more than 2600 metres of uphill, rough terrain and unpredictable conditions.

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said the club deliberately aimed to create a nigh-impossible ordeal in the new track to attract a higher caliber of competitor as the biking scene on the Tableland continues to grow in popularity.

“We designed the course to be one of the hardest marathon races in the country,” he said. “Basically we tried to get the word out there as much as possible – this thing is going to hurt you. We wanted to pull competitors from interstate and the only way to do that is to have a track that stands out.”

Jeff Rubach, 30, was the first to conquer the beast, coming in with a time of four hours and 46 minutes.

The Townsville rider admitted he was “pretty sore” after the race but was only plan-

ning to take a single day off to recover before resuming training on Tuesday.

Agreements between organisations like the Mountain Goats, the Tableland Integrated Mountain Bike Alliance (TIMBA) and the Tablelands Regional Council (TRC) have meant the Tableland’s potential as a haven for cycle tourism is now beginning to be realised, with plans in place to join existing trails into a super-network covering the entire region and connecting to coastal tracks.

Recent rides through the region by Cycle Queensland and the CAFNEC Far North Wilderness Bike Tour also point to the growing exposure of the region to mountain biking enthusiasts, with local businesses set to benefit from the resulting spike in tourist spending.

Association to go on without Mareeba

By Ryan Groube THE Tablelands Junior Soccer Association (TJSA) will begin planning for life without Mareeba following an end of season review on October 10.

On September 25, The Express broke the story that the Mareeba United Football Club’s juniors would defect from the TJSA and join the Cairns competition from 2014.

The decision is a major blow to the TJSA who face the prospect of beginning the 2014 season with just three clubs – Atherton, Dimbulah and Malanda.

TJSA president Raimond Bin said there was no doubt the defection of Mareeba would impact the competition but was confident of having a “viable alternative” in place before next

season.

“It is still very early but there is no doubt that losing a club and losing those players will have an effect,” he said.

“We have our final TJSA meeting on October 10 and after that will begin looking at our options moving forward.”

Mr Bin said planning for 2014 was still at a preliminary stage but an option that would be explored was the prospect of attracting new clubs to the competition.

The TJSA won’t consider the option of integrating the remaining clubs in the Cairns competition with Mr Bin saying: “We aren’t prepared for the remaining three clubs to travel to Cairns every week”.

Soccer fan and concerned parent Trevor Sorenson said he wasn’t happy with Mareeba’s

decision and that it would be hard to sustain a junior football competition on the Tableland without them.

“There is a lot of concern from parents about what this decision [by Mareeba] is going to mean for the rest of the competition,” he said. “[There is a fear that] this is the inevitable death knell of [junior] soccer on the Atherton Tablelands.”

Mareeba made the decision after junior membership collapsed from 195 in 2011 to a record low of 95 this year. Mareeba United Football Club president Alex Srhoj said joining the Cairns competition would offer members a “level of stability and structure”.

FNQ Football general manager Duncan Sims failed to respond to The Express’ calls for comment.

BACK ON TRACK - Funding Opportunity to assist ‘At Risk’ Young People on the Tablelands & Cassowary Coast The Mareeba PCYC has funding available for the “Personal Support and Skill Development” - Back on Track initiative.

3rd round funding of $21,000 gst incl. will be offered in the below amounts: • Individuals (Non Organizations) (up to $1000), or • Organisations (up to $5000) or • Partnered Organisation (up to $10,000) The grants will assist the target group in the catchment area* to engage positively with their peers and family, and have improved connections to the community.

The target group is young people aged between 10-19 who are offending, have offended or at risk of offending by • Being disengaged or at risk of being disengaged from school, TAFE/training or employment and/or • Being homeless or engaging in harmful practices, and/or • Living in targeted geographical areas with levels of youth crime and low school participation rates. *The catchment area encompasses the whole of the Tablelands and Cassowary Coast Regional Council areas.

Round 3 Closing date 25th October 2013 – Funds released Mid November 2013 Application Forms and Guidelines are available upon request from the Mareeba PCYC at 136 Wash Street Mareeba, (07) 4092 4231 or 0427 924 231 or online by emailing mareeba@pcyc.org.au The Mareeba PCYC has received funding for this program by way of grant from the Dept of Communities

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Trees removed from street

By Boyd Robertson

The Tablelands Regional Council (TRC) is nearly finished removing dangerous palm trees in Atherton’s Main Street after a resident narrowly escaped being crushed by one in early September.

TRC Mayor Rosa Lee Long told The Express that the trees “requiring removal for safety-related reasons” are planned to be removed by the end of this week.

Cr Lee Long also moved to calm fears that the incident in September would prompt council to take out all the trees on Main Street.

“Council has only removed those trees posing a potential safety hazard and will be monitoring the status and condition of the remaining palm trees.

“Palm trees have been removed only from Main Street, Atherton.”

The TRC moved quickly to remove the tree, and council is now considering how to replace the removed trees.

Atherton’s councillor Peter Hodge said that the removal had gone smoothly without complaints from businesses or residents.

“All reports I have received have been positive,” he said.

“There have been no negative comments and I believe that most people realise this has been done to protect community safety.”

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Focus on councils

By Ryan Groube DELEGATES of councils from across the north gathered in Cooktown last week for the North Queensland Local Government Association conference.

Local Government Minister David Crisafulli was a key note speaker at the conference which ran over three days from October 2-4 and included a visit to the Hope Vale banana farm.

Mr Crisafulli said the establishment of the farm by the Hope Vale council was a perfect example of how modern day councils needed to adapt and change in order to survive.

Speaking with The Express after the conference, Mr Crisafulli said: “Delivery of service, economic development opportunities and efficiency. If councils can do these three things well that is the model

for sustainable local government.”

“Councils need to be having a good look at what services they are providing and if they need to be in that space. They also need to be on the lookout for economic development opportunities.

“The Hope Vale banana farm is as good as an example of a council taking an economic opportunity as I have seen. It is a real industry, not a bull shit government funded industry, that has led to the creation of real jobs with a real market at the end of it.”

Jenny Jensen was the Tablelands Regional Council’s representative at the conference.

Cr Jensen said the key message she took out of Mr Crisafulli’s address was that local councils would increasingly have to rely less on funding from the State Government.

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This year marks the 10th Anniversary of Mareeba State High School’s prestigious and highly successful Sports Presentation Night. In previous years the evening has attracted high calibre sporting stars such as Darren Lockyer, Duncan Armstrong, Nova Peris and Steve Moneghetti.

Following in this tradition, this year’s Special Guest is again one of Australia’s elite sports people. Vicki Wilson OAM, former Australian netball representative, captain and coach will honour us with her presence.

The Sports Presentation evening features a 3 course meal at the Mareeba International Club, along with Vicki Wilson’s presentation, student entertainment and presentation of sports awards. As well, the hotly contended and respected Pierre de Coubertin award, the Junior Sports Person and the Senior Sports Person of the Year will be announced and presented on the night.

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Electricity trial means better supply for homes New electricity network technology recently trialled on the Tableland is set to pave the way for changes in how rural electricity supply networks power homes in the future.

Ergon Energy has been working with customers to test a new battery and control technology that connects directly to its electricity network, called the Grid Utility Support System (GUSS).

The GUSS units that were trialled successfully near Yungaburra and have been relocated to a section of network near the small township of Laura.

Minister for Energy Mark McArdle said: “GUSS is an exceptional concept that works by charging batteries overnight when electricity use is at its lowest and discharging them during the day when energy use peaks”.

“The primary purpose is to improve the quality of supply while reducing investment and operating costs on Ergon’s extensive rural electricity networks.”

The system could help more than 26,000 customers in regional Queensland who operate on Single Wire Earth Return (SWER) lines.

They could Mr McArdle said electricity demand had increased as customers lifestyles improved, placing strain on the capacity these networks could deliver during peak times.

Ergon’s chief executive Ian McLeod said GUSS units would be deployed over the next two years, delivering significant savings on remote networks as well as better reliability and significant future applications.

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Last year’s Talent Quest winner electric guitar legend Phil Emmanuel and rising Tasmanian stars Kurt McMillan will open for the The Wolfe Brothers will captivate Wolfe Brothers and Phil Emmanuel the expected 2000-strong crowd on on Saturday night.

The festival will also include Saturday, as will local artists Katie Wilcox, Colleen Sheppard, Rebec- a bush poetry competition over breakfast at Kerribee Park on Satca Nethery and Shannae Sclippa.

The festival’s Talent Quest will urday morning and busking in also help uncover the next genera- Mareeba on Friday.

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Charity festival for Indie Rose

By Boyd Robertson

A charity festival at the Speewah Tavern over the weekend has helped raise funds for the family of toddler Indie Rose Taurima.

The inaugural Speewah Annual Charity Fair on October 5-6 featured cake and photo competitions, a maskand-tie night, live music and a jumping castle for kids.

An estimated 400 people attended the event over the course of the weekend.

The fair was organised by tavern manager Jamie-Lee Hogan, who wanted to “bring the community together for some fun and a good cause.”

“It’s been a pretty successful first event,” Ms Hogan said. “We’ve had a lot of support – including from the local firies who turned up in their truck, threw out lollies for the kids and sprayed them with the hose.

“There’s been heaps of people that have been willing to help.”

Indie, whose well-publicised battle with leukaemia energised the Tableland community to donate thousands of dollars for her treatment and support, has recently been declared disease-free – but still faces years of checkups and monitoring in major hospitals.

The Indiestructables team, who ran on Indie’s behalf in this year’s Great Wheelbarrow Race, also

helped put on the event.

A performance by the Kuranda Stars cheerleading squad added to the festivities, as did the presentation of a $1,200 cheque from the Speewah Hotshots.

Even the Mareeba Workers Club made an appearance with a bike run all the way from their clubhouse.

The amount of money raised by the event is still being calculated.

Ms Hogan said she already had a few ideas for next year’s fair.

“We’re still going to have it on the long weekend but we’re probably going to move the cake competitions to Sunday, just so everyone can have Saturday to make their cakes instead of trying to do it after work,” she said.

Trick or treat?

There is a new drug on the block and you will find it in nearly everyone’s pantry. It grows all around the tablelands and its called sugar.

Lets look at the numbers: Its takes roughly 100kg of sugar cane to make 1kg of refined sugar. The average Australian consumes 40kg per year, which is nearly double your flight baggage allowance. Therefore it takes 4 tons of sugar cane to satisfy one person’s consumption habits. In recent years sugar consumption has tripled worldwide and the effects on our health are starting to show.

In a recent issue of the scientific journal Nature1, scientists are suggesting that sugar should be regulated just like alcohol and tobacco due to its addictive properties. How is it that we have become so hooked on something as seemingly as innocent as sugar?

The answer is processed food. If a food product has more then a couple of ingredients, it has usually been processed. For example: breakfast cereals, breads, sauces, seasonings, dips, dairy, juices and sausages nearly always display sugar on the ingredients label. It makes the food taste better and because of its addictive qualities, you consume more of it.

Other then the obvious risks of obesity, sugar reeks havoc with how efficiently you can turn food into energy and puts you at risk of: • Type 2 diabetes

The Kuranda Stars cheerleading squad (above) gave a performance at the first Speewah Charity Fair, which aimed to raise funds for the support of Indie Rose Taurima (right).

• Insomnia • Decreased immune function • Mood swings and depression • Behavioural problems, especially in children Here are some quick and easy tips to help curb your intake of sugar: • Become a sugar detective! Read the labels on food. Sugar is often also called corn syrup, dextrose, maltose or any word that ends in ‘ose’ • When you’re craving sugar, reach for fruits such as bananas, strawberries and pears • Slowly phase out processed sugar by replacing them with alternatives such as honey or stevia. Not perfect but better • Often the amount of sugar in a recipe can be halved without any real change in taste. Alternatives such as mashed fruit & spices such as cinnamon can help add sweetness • Throw out all the sugary snacks in the house & don’t replace them • Eat regularly so blood sugar levels remain stable • Drink at least 1L of water for every 30kg of body weight because one of the first signs of dehydration is hunger.

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Channel camp kids reunion

By Ryan Groube As the channel irrigation system which serves as the lifeblood of the Tableland agricultural industry sprung up around them, a generation of ‘Camp Kids’ spent a simple and carefree childhood.

From the early 1950s to mid 1970s, thousands of workers were employed by the Irrigation and Water Supply Commission to build what is today known as the Mareeba-Dimbulah channel irrigation scheme.

Satellite camps in the towns of Tinaroo, Mutchilba, Walkamin and Paddy’s Green served as a base for construction of more than 200 kilometres of predominately gravity fed channels.

While their parents were away at work, the ‘Camp Kids’ spent their time at school, nicking off with watermelons grown on nearby farms, swimming (illegally) in the channel, building cubby houses down the creek and playing backyard cricket.

Among those camp kids, most of who are now in their 50s and 60s were Allan Pollard and Bev Haines.

Ms Haines spent her primary school years at the Mutchilba camp before her father, who was a storeman responsible for ordering building materials, was transferred to Walkamin.

Mr Pollard spent time in all four camps with his mother and father – a maintenance worker and fitter and welder – before he began working on the construction of the channel.

The pair, who met at the Mutchilba camp, are organising a reunion for the

‘Camp Kids’ on October 26 and 27 at Kerribee Park.

It will be the third reunion in as many years for the ‘Camp Kids’ after a small “get together” was held at George Wallace’s property in 2011 and about 80 people attended in 2012.

Mr Pollard said the years spent together largely “amusing ourselves” had formed a tight beyond between the ‘Camp Kids’.

“If you’d have lived in one of these camps you’d know what the bond was like. It was a simple life but a good one.

You’d finish school and go walking or fishing, you could just walk and walk for miles,” Mr Pollard said.

Ms Haines said: “The other kids grew up as our brothers and sisters. We were one big family. We didn’t have much but we didn’t feel like we had missed out on anything either”.

The pair said the story of the ‘Camp Kids’ formed a significant and colourful chapter in the history of the Tableland.

At Christmas, many families would take up some extra work on tobacco farms picking and stringing with the youngsters earning up to 10 cents for each stick of tobacco that was strung.

Home for many families were 30 feet pre-fabricated buildings with a bedroom at each end with about 12 feet in the middle serving as the kitchen, dining room and lounge.

The reunion will begin at 1pm with a barbeque to be held in the early evening, an overnight camp and a breakfast the following day. For more info, contact Allan on 4092 1340 or Bev on 4095 5130.

Camp Kids’ Allan Pollard and Bev Haines are organising a reunion for October 26 and 27. Inset: A historic photo of the Mutchilba camp.

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Community CELEBRATIONS

Bendigo Bank supports Rural Fire Brigades

Monthly catch-up with the mAREEBA lions club Mareeba Lions want to hear from you. What would you like to see the Mareeba Lions Club doing in your community? Please give us your feedback.

Yes Lions collect and recycle used spectacles, but Lions are also seeking hearing aids. In the past only the newer over the ear type were collected but Lions have received a request form Cambodia and Bali for the older in the ear style of aid too. If you have any old hearing aids then Lions will be only too pleased to recycle them too.

The annual Lioness Pink Ribbon Garden Party held in John and Delsi DeLai’s garden proved to be another great day out for the ladies and raised $10,000.00 for the Queensland Cancer Council.

Lions and Lioness recently joined forces to cater for 690 hungry bike riders who were enjoying the ride from Mission Beach to Port Douglas. Tents, generators and eskies were all needed as the site was situated 30k from town with no facilities. Well done to all concerned.

October will see the International Board of Directors of Lions International meet for the first time in Australia at Port Douglas. Many activities have been planned to coincide with this important event including World Sight Day in Mossman with free eye screening at the primary schools and town hall. Lions and Lioness from around the North have been busy planning the event down to the last detail.

Invasive procedures for removing non-melanoma skin cancers such as freezing or surgery may soon be a thing of the past.

A previous Lions Medical Research Foundation Research Fellow and Queensland researcher, Dr Graham Leggatt, may have found a new, less invasive way to treat the disease, which affects approx. 133,100 people in the state each year. Graham, within the University of Queensland Diamantina Institute, based at the Translational Research Institute, is investigating anti-cancer immune cells as an alternative therapeutic option for non-melanoma skin cancer.

His work is being supported by a $100,000 Cancer Council Queensland 2013 research grant. Dr Leggatt is thrilled with the announcement. “This research is particularly relevant in our country and here in Queensland, where we have the highest rates of skin cancer in the World,” he said. “As a result, non-melanoma skin cancer, which includes both squamous cell carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma, is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia with approximately two per cent of the population treated for the cancer in 2002.Current methods for treatment can be physically invasive and leave scarring. A gentler, less-invasive method of treatment would be beneficial for the long-term physical and mental recovery of the patient.”

Dr Graham Leggatt (past LMRF Research Fellow) Research Leader, Qld Diamantina Institute.

Although membership of Lions is by invitation you are invited to enquire about joining this great international humanitarian organisation. It is not hard to become a Lion.

Fellowship, Good times, Meeting people, Building lasting friendships, Service to the community, Learning new skills, Leadership and personal development - these are some of the reasons we are the Lions.

If you want to be part of this great humanitarian organisation contact membership chairman Gilbert Teitzel on 4092 8066. Lions meet in Mareeba at the Mareeba RSL at 6.30 pm on the first and third Wednesday of the month.

Mareeba and Dimbulah Community Bank branches of Bendigo Bank has provided $13,500 to support the purchase of a new Rural Fire Brigade vehicle for use across the northern Tablelands region.

Warren McNamara from the Davies Creek Rural Fire Brigade is greatly appreciative of the funding. “This generous grant from the Mareeba Community Bank will make a real difference to the various Rural Fire Brigades in the area for the upcoming fire season in the event of wild fires,” said Mr McNamara.

“Rural Fire Brigades are run by volunteers and do a tremendous job, said Community Bank chairman Mr Gilbert

Tetizel, and we are proud to be able to support them and the work they do in protecting our communities”.

The light attack vehicle can access many difficult areas in the event of wild fires and can also be set up as an incident control base. “This vehicle is able to respond quickly to a fire event from Dimbulah to Biboorah to Speewah, and will significantly improve the safety of outlying communities in rural areas”.

“Due to the lack of rain during the winter we are anticipating a severe fire season over the coming months and having this additional vehicle will greatly enhance our capabilities,” said Mr McNamara.

$8,630 donated to Mareeba friends of the hospital foundation

Bikes and riders by the score looking for something nutritious and cool to eat on a hot Saturday morning recently.

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The highly successful Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association Inc. annual gala dinner auction held on Friday September 13, raised $8,630 for the Mareeba Friends of the Hospital Foundation.

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GET READY QUEENSLAND WEEK 14th - 20th October

GET READY QUEENSLAND WEEK 14th - 20th October, is an endorsed Queensland Government strategy to position our state as the most disaster-resilient in Australia.

Funding has been made available to assist Local Councils to facilitate locally driven events that focus on the individual and community aspects of resilience with a series of events taking place across the Tablelands Regional Council area during this week.

These events will have a focus on individual preparedness with resources and information readily available for community members to assist them with this task.

Over the last two years Tablelands Regional Council has been working very closely with the community to develop and implement Community All Hazard Disaster Plans.

These plans are now in place in Chillagoe, Dimbulah, Herberton, Kuranda, Malanda, Millaa Millaa, Mt Garnet, Ravenshoe, Tinaroo / Kairi and Yungaburra.

The overall aim of these plans is to enable communities to prepare for, respond to and recover from disaster events and to enhance communication between local communities and the Tablelands Local Disaster Coordination Centre.

Authorities can be overwhelmed after a disaster event, so it is important that individuals and communities can help themselves, especially in those immediate hours after the threat has passed.

These All Hazard Disaster Plans empower local communi-

ties by enabling its members to understand local hazards, their needs in a disaster and their ability to prioritise locally what needs to be done.

They also provide an opportunity for building community spirit and connectedness and have a great deal of suggestions for individual and community preparedness.

The plans identify a Community Disaster Coordinator who will be a point of contact for the Local Disaster Coordinator and the community which will allow for response and recovery efforts to be actioned more effectively and efficiently and enable two way communication to be more streamlined.

Emergency Service workers and community members involved in this work have been very proactive to ensure that their communities can be prepared as possible for disaster events that may occur and are involved in many of the activities throughout GET READY QUEENSLAND WEEK. One of the major focuses of this week will be education on the UHF CB Channel 10 alternative communication option for our community members.

Normal communication channels such as landlines, mobile phone networks and the internet, while often very robust, can fail during or immediately after a major disaster as happened through the harsh experience of Cyclones Larry and Yasi.

This has lead to the development of the UHF-CB Channel 10 emergency community communications network for the Atherton Tablelands.

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network is a potential alternative communication system as it is as it is accessible to the general community without the need for a license, so it’s widely available and relatively inexpensive.

UHF-CB Channel 10 has been designated as the alternative initial contact for use in a disaster event, or when standard communications such as landlines and mobiles have failed.

This is not meant to replace normal communication channels, but to provide a backup or an alternative system if ever required.

It is envisaged that, in the event of complete communication failure or post disaster everyone with a two-way radio needs to be listening out on UHF-CB Channel 10 as the initial contact channel as they maybe able to assist those in need or inform others of potential hazards.

Tablelands Regional Council is promoting the use of UHF CB Channel 10 as a community led self-help initiative.

We can not guarantee that assistance will be provided but if we are all prepared to help

each other, who know how much positive difference it could make.

In some communities, the initial contact channel MAY be monitored by members of Community Disaster Teams and other volunteer groups willing to assist during disaster events.

Through GET READY QUEENSLAND WEEK the Community Disaster Teams of Mt Garnet, Malanda and Yungaburra will be undertaking a community exercise that will identify the value of this initiative as well as identify black spots where further assistance may be required.

The Community All Hazard Disaster Plans and the Resilient Communications Plan are available on our website at: http:// www.trc.qld.gov. au/ disaster- management/ disaster-plans.

For further information on GET READY QUEENSLAND WEEK please contact Cheryl Matthews, Tablelands Regional Council on 4043 4162

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Ergon ready for storm season

By Ryan Groube Ergon Energy is well prepared for the upcoming storm season with aged assets being replaced and additional generators purchased.

Energy Minister Mark McArdle toured Ergon Energy’s Townsville depot to review preparations for North Queensland ahead of the storm season.

Mr McArdle said the company has been working hard to maintain its vast network across regional Queensland in preparation for summer by inspecting, maintaining and replacing aged assets.

“Ergon Energy’s network faces its greatest test during the extremes of summer.

Invariably it experiences its highest demand for power and greatest exposure to significant weather events such as storms, possible flooding and cyclones,” Mr McArdle

said.

“Ergon’s fleet of mobile generators has been boosted with six new generator sets on top of 13 added last year.”

Mr McArdle said he was impressed with Ergon’s preparedness through extensive network maintenance and reliability programs.

“This is about reducing the number of unplanned outages, and subsequent impact to customers and improve response times before the storm season,” he said.

“Ergon has continued its vegetation management program through winter and spring to ensure trees are kept away from powerlines.

Ergon have also significantly increased the amount of poles, cross arms, powerlines, and other hardware essential available in stock.

“The network in major centres is reviewed for storm season – substations are checked

and key transmission and distribution lines inspected while regional emergency management plans are updated and Ergon’s employees are continually trained and tested to respond safely and effectively to emergency situations.”

Mr McArdle said Ergon Energy has also been making improvements with customer engagement in preparation for summer.

“Ergon’s National Contact Centre is recruiting an additional 25 staff to respond to customer calls and customers can expect to see targeted safety and energy-use messages throughout summer,” he said.

“Realistically Ergon Energy cannot guarantee to keep the lights on during cyclones and other extreme weather events, but it’s prepared and ready.”

Tree maintenance specialists Branching Out Tree Specialist is a locally owned and operated company that provides professional service for the maintenance of trees and palms.

Paul Richmond, a qualified level five aborist, with over 20 years experience and his wife Ishta established the company more than three years ago.

Paul trained as a tree surgeon in England, bringing with him to Australia an extensive knowledge and know how of tree care and maintenance.

With a team of three employees, a truck, stump grinder and a chipper his work is spread throughout the region, covering all areas, from Gordonvale

to Port Douglas and the Tableland.

The company provides a wide range of arboricultural services to local government and private clients, including tree and palm pruning/removal, tree inspections and report writing, stump grinding and vegetation management plans.

Branching Out Tree Specialist guarantees customer satisfaction with their work, which is carried out safely and to a high standard at very competitive prices.

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Expresso 

Your Weekly Horoscopes

Aries

Wednesday 9th



March 21 to Apr 20

Acknowledge your lover’s needs. You will easily charm members of the opposite sex.

Your personal life is going through a state of confusion.

Taurus

Max 32o Min 19o Tide Times 0513 0.78 1209 2.37 1820 1.43 2347 1.80

Thursday 10th

Friday 11th

Max 28o Min 18o

Max 28o Min 17o

Tide Times 0611 0.97 1402 2.33 2125 1.36

sudoku

Tide Times 0210 1.67 0803 1.07 1541 2.46 2231 1.16

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

Saturday 12th

Sunday 13th

Monday 14th

Tide Times 0356 1.81 0945 0.99 1643 2.62 2317 0.96

Tide Times 0459 2.02 1050 0.85 1736 2.76 2354 0.77

Tide Times 0553 2.24 1143 0.72 1822 2.85

Max 28o Min 17o

Max 29o Min 16o

Ingredients

1/3 cup Natural Creamy Peanut Butter Crushed Raw Nuts, optional

Method

Place about 1/2 teaspoon of peanut butter on top of each slice. Place in the freezer.

While the banana bites are chilling, carefully melt the chocolate.

Remove the bananas from the freezer and gently pour a little chocolate over each piece, swirling the chocolate around the edges to form a nice coating.

June 22 to July 22

Sprinkle with finely crushed walnuts, pecans or peanuts and serve.

C R O S S

WORD SEARCH

July 23 to Aug 22

You will be full of energy and you need to find something constructive to do. Be tactful if you see flaws in someone else’s work. Family outings or a quiet stroll through the park will lead to stimulating conversation.

Aug 23 - Sept 23

Libra

Sept 24 to Oct 23

Sign up for courses that will help you understand yourself better. Changes at home might come fast and furious.

You can make excellent career moves if you are open to the opportunities that exist.

Your colorful conversation may attract new mates.

Scorpio

Oct 24 to Nov 22

You need adventure and excitement in your life. Having your own business is a good idea. Be very careful while in transit or while traveling in foreign countries.

Sagittarius

Nov 23 to Dec 21

Insincere gestures of friendliness are likely to occur. Opportunities to get ahead are evident. You may be tempted to get involved in secret affairs or love triangles.

Capricorn

Dec 22 to Jan 20

Don’t involve yourself in the emotional problems of those you work with. Don’t count your chickens before they hatch. Come to your own conclusions rather than taking the word of someone else.

Aquarius

Jan 21 to Feb 19

Apples

Grapefruit

Nectarine

Raspberries

Bananas

Grapes

Orange

Rockmelon

Blackberries

Honeydew

Peache

Strawberries

Blueberries

Kiwifruit

Pear

Watermelon

Cherries

Lemons

Plums

Figs

Mandarins

Quinces

D

on’t ask for a light load, but rather ask for a srtong back.

- Anonymous

Puzzle solutions 2nd October

You may feel that someone at work is holding you back.

Don’t trust others with private in formation that could be used against you. Consider starting a small business on the side.

Pisces

EX P Re RE ci SS pe s

Slice up your bananas into 1/2 inch thick pieces.

May 22 to June 21

Virgo

(makes 10 bites)

1/3 cup cooking Chocolate

You won’t be well received by superiors or by your spouse. Be discreet about your feelings, and hold back until you find out a little more about the person who’s coming on to you.

Leo

Max 28o Min 19o Tide Times 0030 0.60 0640 2.45 1230 0.63 1904 2.88

2 Large Banana

April 21 to May 21

Residential moves will be hectic and may be unsatisfactory. Payoff all your debts before you go out and celebrate. Take time to deal with the concerns of children.

Cancer

Tuesday 15th

Chocolate Banana Bites

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.

Underhandedness will affect your reputation. Prove your worth; concentrate on getting the job done and steer clear of office politics and gossip.

Gemini

Max 30o Min 18o

Feb 20 to March 20

Pleasure trips will turn out to be better than anticipated.

Do not give your heart to someone who may not live up to your standards.

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ACROSS 1. A list of items of business to be considered and discussed at a meeting.

4. Used to give an ironic politeness to questions.

9. Sail about in an area without a precise destination.

10. The notice or attention given to someone or something by the media.

12. An organ stop sounding a main register of flue pipes.

13. A Japanese form of self-defense and martial art that uses locks, holds, throws, and the opponent’s own movements.

15. A constantly changing pattern or sequence of objects or elements.

18. A person who holds public office.

21. A sudden, usually temporary malfunction or irregularity of equipment.

22. gentian of eastern North America having clusters of bristly blue flowers.

24. Satisfactory but not especially good.

25. A medical practitioner or student.

26 The tenants of an estate.

27. Used as the object of a verb or preposition to refer to a thing or animal previously mentioned as the subject of the clause.

DOWN 1. A son of the emperor of Austria.

like us!

WORD

2. Education in the largest sense is any act or experience.

3. Lack of satisfaction.

5. A moist powder tobacco product originated from a variant of dry snuff.

6. The act of improving yourself.

7. Any terrestrial or epiphytic plant of the family Orchidaceae, of temperate and tropical regions, having usually showy flowers.

8. Any terrestrial or epiphytic plant of the family Orchidaceae, of temperate and tropical regions, having usually showy flowers.

11. A machine that resembles a human and does mechanical, routine tasks on command.

14. Extent or area in acres; acres collectively.

16. With the edge forward; in the direction of the edge.

17. The exchange of one thing for another of more or less equal value.

19. struck with overwhelming shock or amazement.

20. The treble instrument of the family of modern bowed instruments, held nearly horizontal by the player’s arm.

23. to go, fly, revolve, or otherwise move quickly with a humming or buzzing sound.

Tip ONE: Buy a chalkboard eraser and keep it in the glove box of your car.

When the windows fog, rub with the eraser! Works better than a cloth!

Tip TWO: To warm biscuits, pancakes, or muffins that were refrigerated, place them in a microwave with a cup of water. The increased moisture will keep the food moist and help it reheat faster

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entertainment

MOVIES:

RISING SUN MOVIE NEWS...

There are six films screening this week at Mareeba's Rising Sun Movie Lounge, with two new movies opening tomorrow Over the school holidays the new cinema has hosted a feast of the latest in family and children's entertainment. With the end of the holidays, there’s more on screen for the older age groups, but there's still plenty to keep the littlies happy and fascinated.

One of this season's most successful animations hits the Rising Sun big screen from Thursday – TURBO is a fun filled experience that will captivate both the young and not so young.

2 GUNS starts in Mareeba on the same day as the rest of Australia. This exciting first run thriller stars two of Hollywood's hottest action men, Denzil Washington and Mark Wahlberg in a terrific adrenalin

charged film.

Also on screen is the comedy thriller caper RED 2, starring Bruce Willis, John Malkovich, Helen Mirren and Anthony Hopkins. We can certainly recommend this one for its pure entertainment value and top acting.

If you want to laugh out loud, GROWN UPS 2 is just the tonic you need – It's hilarious and pure fun for all ages.

2 GUNS –

Robert Trench, an undercover DEA agent, takes advantage of gunman Michael Stigman's idea to rob a bank to bust him and a mob boss. However, it proves too successful with much more money seized than anticipated with Trench's forces not stopping the getaway. Complicating things still more, Stigman turns out to be a Naval Intelligence agent who shoots Trench and takes the money. The interservice debacle suddenly finds Trench and Stigman in a bloody web of corrupt clandestine rivalries as they are hunted, blackmailed and isolated for the money on both sides of the law. Now, the fugitives must work together to find a way out of this situation with no one to turn to but themselves.

TURBO –

A freak accident might just help an everyday garden snail (voice of Ryan Reynolds) achieve his biggest dream: winning the Indy 500. Review by Louise Keller: I felt like cheering as the turbocharged garden snail navigates precariously between screeching, speeding racing car wheels on the track of the Indy 500 in the rousing climactic finale of this upbeat, quirky and utterly charming family 3D animation. It's a cute idea to juxtapose a speed-crazy garden snail onto a race track and director David Soren has woven together an endearing tale about the ultimate underdog for whom the stars are the limit. Filled with inventive ideas, wacky concepts and characters so colourful they are off the rainbow chart, Turbo is a breath of fresh air guaranteed to delight youngsters and adults alike.

RED 2 –

Retired CIA black-ops agent Frank Moses (Bruce Willis) reunites his team of elite operatives - including Marvin (John Malkovich), deadly sharp-shooter Victoria (Helen Mirren) and Frank's beloved Sarah (Mary-Louise Parker) - for a global quest to track down a missing portable nuclear device. They come up against an army of relentless assassins, ruthless terrorists and power-crazed government officials, all eager to get their hands on the nextgeneration weapon. The mission takes them to Paris, London and Moscow, where they cross paths with Frank's seductive former flame Katja FAR NORTH (Catherine Zeta-Jones), as well as Bailey (Anthony Hopkins), a brilliant scientist from Frank's past. Outgunned and outmanned, they have only their cunning, their old-school skills, and each other to rely on.

GROWN UPS 2 –

After having the greatest time of his life three summers ago, Lenny (Adam Sandler), decides he wants to move his family back to his hometown and have them grow up with his gang of childhood friends and their kids. But between old bullies, new bullies, schizophrenic bus drivers, drunk cops on skis, psycho grade school girlfriends and 400 costumed party crashes he finds out that sometimes crazy follows you.

PLANES –

Dusty (voice of Dane Cook) is a cropdusting plane who dreams of competing in a famous aerial race. But he is hopelessly afraid of heights. With the support of his mentor Skipper (Stacy Keach) and a host of new friends - but with hurdles thrown his way by enemies – Dusty sets off to make his dreams come true.

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The LAND Local wholesale cows lighter in weight this week Mareeba Combined Agents penned a total of 307 head of Prime and Store cattle for this week’s sale.

Numbers were back around 130 head. The best of the Bullock money still reached 160 c/ kg but didn’t hit the top of last week.

There were only a few very good

Heifers suitable for the local trade which sold to within a few cents of 150 c/ kg.

Cows suitable for the local wholesale trade market were much lighter in weight this week but condition and finish was acceptable for the trade values were back by -4 c/ kg on last

week’s top of 121 c/ kg.

Bullocks suitable for the export slaughter trade sold to within a couple of cents of last week’s top of 157.2 c/ kg back -2 c/ kg. Heavy bulls to slaughter remained firm with the plainer type animals selling to reduced rates back 10 c/ kg.

A last remaining population of Armoured Mistfrog has been successfully transplanted to a new location.

For Week 17 - ending 29th SePteMBer, 2013

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SUGAR VARIETY REPORT BROUGHT TO YOU BY

James GOwan mOB: 0408 105 206

Q192 Q231 Q208 k228 Q200 Q183 Q191 Q172 Q167 Q120 Q124 Q135 Q138 Q151 Q186 Q199 Q217 Q220 Q230 Q237 Q250 Q251 Q96

For the tonneS 268 4706 11388 968 6671 2083 351 96 240 27869

Week CCS 15.23 15.22 15.16 15.08 14.67 14.64 14.45 14.11 13.43 14.98

SeASon to dAte tonneS CCS 15.23 268 14.20 71942 191880 13.84 62231 15.10 52256 13.89 50696 14.03 1457 13.48 6020 13.90 752 13.41 949 13.99 355 13.98 12002 14.59 4249 12.93 8489 14.54 393 12.40 150 14.18 66 13.53 6897 13.24 320 13.43 3564 14.24 924 14.51 1175 12.94 446 15.26 486191 14.10

tC/hA 73 111 125 129 94 124 72 125 79 118 56 90 102 93 94 32 39 119 129 104 236 128 127 116

The Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association Inc. in partnership with the Major Dinner Sponsor Sunwater

2013 Annual Gala Dinner

THANKS TO YOUR SUPPORT $8,630 WAS RAISED FOR THE MAREEBA FRIENDS OF THE HOSPITAL FOUNDATION $2,200 was also raised for the MDFVGA thanks to Richards Transport and Malin Refrigerated Transport for the donation of freight and transport to market.

FRUIT & VEGETABLE DONATIONS thank you

• Nucifora Family (2 boxes of Zingo’s) • Gorge Creek Orchards (Dried Mango) • Brandimarte Family (Oranges) • Bianco Family (Watermelons) • Galati Family (Mandarins, Orange and Grapefruit) • Mirarchi Family (Beans) • Makse and Denise Srhoj (Kent and Jarradale Pumpkin) • Bonaccorsi Family (Butternut Pumpkin) • Phillip Pena (Tomatoes) • Falvo Family (Zucchini) • Muccignat Farming (Star Apple and Butternut Pumpkin) • Con and Carla Iacutone (Limes) • Terranova Farming (Basil, Parsley and Mint) • Cunzolo Farming (Sebago Potatoes) • G, B and L Masasso (Avocados and Kipfler Potatoes) • Lavers Orchards (Avocados) • Howe Farming (Bananas) • Vince and Connie Mete (Capsicums and Pink Pumpkins) • Frank Mete (Cabbage and Wombok) • Cadorins (Grapes) • Nature’s Haven Organic Farm (Red Onions, Sweet Corn and Zucchini) • Lecker Farming (Pawpaw and Papaya) • Torrisi Family (Spinach) • Pinata (Pineapples and Strawberries).

AUCTION BIDDERS thank you

Malin Refrigerated Transport, Bendigo Bank, Lindsay Transport, Mete's Hedge Trimmers, Richards Transport, Skybury, Soncin Electrical, Harris Farms, Cairns Highland Greens, Mareeba Mazda and Mitsubishi, Lamanna, David Kempton MP, AG Spec Australia, Girgenti Lawyers, TGT, Shane Knuth MP, Galati Family, Golden Drop Winery, Mick Borzi, APL Plumbing and Tanks, Iacutone Family, Muccignat Family, Galati Family, Gerard and Cordula Kath.

Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association Inc. MAJOR SPONSORS:

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Rare frog re-found in Far North Qld

By Ryan Groube A frog species thought to be extinct has been rediscovered in the far north as scientists embark on a bid to rebuild the population.

Twenty-two years ago the Armoured Mistfrog (Litoria lorica) vanished from the rainforests of Far North Queensland, and was not seen again until rediscovered in a rainforest stream in the remote mountains west of the Daintree in 2008.

After five years of research, James Cook University doctors Conrad Hoskin and Robert Puschendorf determined the rediscovered population (between 500 and 1000 adults) is the last remaining.

In a bold move to secure the future of the species a Queensland first frog translocation was performed. On September 3 and 4, 40 Armoured Mistfrogs – 20 males and 20 females – were moved to a new site about four kilometres upstream.

Doctor Hoskin said after a team includ-

ing representatives from the Department Of Environment and Heritage Protection, the Department of National Parks, Recreation, Sport and Racing, and the Western Yalanji Aboriginal Corporation executed the translocation.

“No species is safe as a single population when disease or other threats could suddenly wipe out that population, and hence the entire species,” Dr Hoskin said.

“Having rediscovered this species we don’t want to lose it a second time.”

Of the frogs that were moved, 17 females carried eggs, which will hopefully be laid at the new site over coming months.

Doctor Hoskin said the success of the move would depend on the frog’s ability to survive and more importantly to breed.

If the population is successful the group will consider relocation.

The project was funded through the Australian Government’s National Environmental Research Program Tropical Ecosystems Hub.

MAREEBA LIVEWEIGHT CATTLE

MARKET REPORT Prime Quotes (c/kg) Butcher’s steers (33 head) Butcher’s heifers (6 head) whOlesale cOws (25 head) Ox meatwOrks (61 head) cOws meatwOrks (25 head) Bulls heavy (40 head) Bulls whOlesale

toP 160.2 147.2 117.2 155.0 108.0 120.0 NO QuOte

LoW 148.0 138.0 100.0 80.0 80.0 60.0 -

store Quotes (c/kg) toP 147.2 stOre steers BrahmaN crOss (26 head) 110.0 stOre heifers drOughtmaster (10 head) NO QuOte cOws & calves uNit

LoW -

all veNdOrs Please NOte: tO achieve full cOmPetitiON ON yOur cattle, make sure yOu are fully accredited with the mla aNd have a curreNt NatiONal veNdOr declaratiON

PLEASE CONTACT YOUR PREFERRED AGENT at least BEFORE 8AM MONDAY WHEN CONSIDERING YOUR CATTLE

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Open house this Saturday October 12, 11am to 11.45am, 17 Salihe Avenue, Mareeba The owners of this much loved family The man of the house hasn't been home have decided to reluctantly sell. forgotten with a 12m x 10m colourSuperbly located in one of Mareeba's bond shed with two-phase power sought after areas and only two min- along with a 6m x 6m garage plus utes walk to St Stephen's Catholic garden and pool shed.

College this property is priced to meet Water is not a problem with both the market. bore and town water.

Situated on a large 4219m2 fully The low maintenance established fenced block, this home features gardens finish the picture on this wonthree generous size bedrooms, all derful family home just waiting for a with built-ins, main with ensuite and new family to create memories.

With motivated vendors this propair-conditioning.

You will never be short of cupboard erty represents great buying at this space in the spacious well designed level and only an inspection will give kitchen with loads of bench and cup- you a true appreciation to what is on board space. offer.

There are separate lounge/dining areas with a beautiful brick feature Contact Norma Moloney at Ray White wall along with separate office space. Rural Mareeba on 0417 541 126. InPlenty of room for entertaining spect this Saturday 11am to 11.45am. on the large outdoor undercover area that Address: 17 Salihe Avenue, MAREEBA overlooks the inviting inPrice: REDUCED TO $385,000 NEG ground pool, just perfect Agent: Norma Moloney for cooling down with Ray White Rural Mareeba summer fast approachContact: 0417 541 126 ing.

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PROPERTY

TYRCONNELL on Yarrabee

Just released – The ‘Tyrconnell’ proposed exclusive house and land package Taylor made to be built on Lot 117 Yarrabee Close, Amaroo Park Estate.

This stunning five bedroom, two bathroom home is bound to turn a few heads. Featuring 287m2 under roof – The Tyrconnell boasts an abundance of space and design features.

Open plan, with a living Area plus a separate family room. The Alfresco Dining area is a massive 5m x 9.7m area, and is accessed by the living area & Master bedroom, the overall ambience flows with profusion.

The Master bedroom also features an en-

suite and walk-in-robe, and offers complete privacy, being positioned at the rear of the home. Bedrooms have built ins and the family bathroom is spacious and modern.

Master chef kitchen that creates an Entertainer’s dream, the cleverly thought out floor plan allows flow through pleasurable access to all areas.

Positioned on Lot 117 Yarrabee Close, 880m2 block in the newest addition to Ama-

roo, plenty of room for a shed, pool and landscaping. Yarrabee is currently under construction, and lots are being Sold off the plan, secure your lot today, completion is expected in early 2014. The land in this package is priced at $92,500, you have the choice of any of the available Lots in Yarrabee if you prefer another block.

Priced at $420,000,Including the Land, and being of rendered concrete block con-

struction, this price even includes the driveway. House and land are sold on separate contracts. Alan Taylor Builder QBSA 16220.

The house picture is an example only, and may vary from the finished product.

For a list of inclusions and more information please contact Debbie Sweedman, 0409 321 920. amarooparkestate.com.au

Country Road Estate FOR RENT 200 HASTIE ROAD, MAREEBA $250.00 per week > 3 Bedroom Home > Fully Furnished throughout > Carpets & lyno throughout > Bathtub > Close to town > Nice big back yard > Shed > Outside Pets Welcome

• TOWN WATER • UNDERGROUND POWER • SEALED ROADS Lots 1, 2, 22, 23, 24 and 25 have views over this lake and park to Mareeba. Choice of 16 level and undulating lots, most with selected trees on them.

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If you would like more information or to arrange an inspection, do not hesitate to contact Mareeba Property Management on (07) 4092 2111 or visit Mareeba Property Management at 159 Byrnes Street, Mareeba. www.rentmpm.com.au

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All enquiries Jill Spackman: Mobile 0402 070 373 or 4092 4440 Check out our website: www.countryroadestatemareeba.com.au

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PROPERTY A Just completed home on a corner block in Kenneally Estate.

The home features three bedrooms plus an office, open plan living and a spacious laundry with a large linen cupboard. There is a very nice verandah with the view to the East that catches all the morning sun and the lovely breezes. All this on the corner block with back side fenced.

Owners have designed this house themselves so it is not like any other.

Inspections can be arranged so take advantage and check this one out for yourself.

I'M ALL NEW

Contact Elizabeth Bors at Altitude Realty Mareeba on 4092 4100 or 0437 921 648. Visit www.altituderealtymareeba.com.au

Take a closer look at this

Address: Price: Inspect: Agent: Contact:

Kenneally Estate, MAREEBA $360,000 By appointment

Elizabeth Bors Altitude Realty Mareeba 0437 921 648 or 4092 4100

INVestOr’s alert!!!

52 Walsh street, Mareeba $220,000 2 bedroom home + study, located 5 minutes from Mareeba’s CBD. This home is bursting with potential. Situated on a 802m2 block which is partly fenced, lino throughout & carpet in the lounge, single car accommodation. Great first home or one for the investor.

Currently tenanted with good rental income.

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

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AUCTION Close to Mareeba's CBD and within Landscaped gardens enhance the walking distance to Mareeba's State appeal of this property, which is fully High School and sporting facilities, fenced on 850m2. This property has this three bedroom timber home is been well maintained and cared for by ready for your family to move into. In the current owners. addition to the three bedrooms, there Features to point out: is a study or office which could be uti- • Three bedroom timber home with the option of a fourth bedroom lised as a fourth bedroom.

There is an enclosed sun room at • Well maintained and presented the front, ideal for relaxing with your home favourite book. The living area is quite • Massive, tiled outdoor entertainment large, with built-in cupboards for extra area • 6x6m + 6x9m Colourbond sheds storage.

Cook up a storm in this practical • Landscaped gardens, fully fenced timber kitchen, which adjoins the open 850m2 allotment. plan dining area, with additional storage available. Perfect for entertaining, EXCLUSIVE to Vince Costas of Sibi there is a large tiled under covered Girgenti Real Estate. To arrange an area which spans the full length of the inspection at your convenience, house at the rear. please contact Vince today. Phone There are two sheds on the proper- 4092 5566 or 0419 926 691. www. ty for the handyman, one is a two bay girgentigroup.com Colourbond shed, the other is a three bay Colourbond shed. A concrete driveway leads Address: Borland Street, Mareeba to the rear three bay Price: 265,000 NEG shed, providing rear acAgent: EXCLUSIVE Vince Costas cess as well. A two bay

Sibi Girgenti Real Estate carport extends off the Contact: 0419 926 691 or 4092 5566 left of the home.

FRIDAY 18th OCTOBeR 10AM @ MAReeBA RSL

4 BEDROOM RENDERED CONCRETE BLOCK HOME • COMBINED KITCHEN, DINING & LOUNGE • FANS / AIRCONDITIONING • BUILT-INS • FRONT & REAR PATIO • SHADEHOUSE • SHED • DOUBLE CARPORT $325,000 (H239 ON WEBSITE)

186 Tinaroo Creek Road, Mareeba  Former Tropical North Queensland Institute of TAFE  50.7 Ha freehold farming land, 6km from town  2 dwellings, sheds and former classroom teaching facility  72 megalitre water allocation + Tinaroo Creek frontage  Fenced paddocks and mixed fruit tree orchid

CONTACT JOHN FALVO PHONe 0408 456 344

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BOXES! 1 Acre Blocks Beautiful Rural Setting

Close to Town & Schools Bore on each block

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Town Water Good Drainage

• Only $235,000 • 1,457m2 • 2 Bedrooms

• 2 Lounges • On Solar • Big Garage

www.altituderealtymareeba.com.au altitudemareeba@aapt.net.au

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MAREEBA REAL ESTATE AGENCIES

 68.33 Ha quality grazing block, 80% cleared  2 road frontages, Cairns side of town  116 megalitre East Barron water allocation  6 bay machinery shed, cattle yards and crush  Fenced paddocks with improved pastures

FR

4092 5566

Mareeba Property Management Your local rental specialists

208 Kay Road, Mareeba

LITTLE KINGDOM

SELLING NOW

13 PETERS STREET, MAREEBA.....................$275,000 Don’t miss out on this fantastic investment situated in the central hub of Mareeba. This property offers 3 medium sized bedrooms fitted with airconditioning, polished timber floors throughout, timber blinds, screens, fully fenced yard & a large 2 bay Colorbond shed. Currently tenanted with great rental returns.

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

Great Soil

LAND STARTS AT $140,000

ALTITUDE

REALTY MAREEBA

ENQUIRE TODAY!

PHONE: 4092 4100 A/H: Liz 0437 921 648 www.altituderealtymareeba.com.au

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PROPERTY Small desirable acreage with house and shed – suit horses

Located off the highway with a good size road reserve in front of the entrance gives another 400m2 of usable land and a buffer to the Highway.

The level 2.3ha fenced block is set up for horses at the rear of the property and a small orchard at the front are both connected to the bore which pumps 4and half litres a second A lowset three bedroom home with big verandahs and a fourth bedroom or office off the verandah allows you to work from home without disrupting the main house. A little oasis of greenery at the front of the house gives privacy and an attractive outlook from the verandah. It's a cool spot to BBQ or relax with a cold beer.

A serious shed workshop area with plenty of space if you want to extend the existing

building. There's power and water to the shed, solar to the house and a rain water tank.

This is an opportunity for the small acreage Buyer to get an affordable suitable horse friendly property, grow some fruit and get away from the neighbours and the noise of town life.

For further information or to arrange an inspection, please contact Karen Ranie on 0458 408 540 or Mareeba Property Office on 4092 1355.

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

BIBOOHRA $389,000 NEG Karen Ranie Mareeba Property Office 0458 408 540 or 4092 1355

WILL SURPASS EXPECTATIONS

In the heart of Mareeba

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L A I C E P S R E B OCTO 6,000 $ E V A S d n a W O N Act

$85,000 FOR THE LAND with a further $6,000 LANDSCAPING CASHBACK ONLY AT SUNBIRD PARK! AVAILABLE ON SELECTED LOTS ONLY Lots 43,46,48,49,55,78,80,99,105

($3,000 paid on settlement, further $3,000 paid on completion of landscaping)

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LIGHT and airy and inviting, this spaFor sale at $625,000.00 (SEE cious four bedroom rendered con- WEBSITE RR33) crete block home has character and features an open plan kitchen, din- Contact Mareeba Real Estate Agening, lounge plus a formal dining and cies at 7 Hort Street, Mareeba on lounge, all overlooking a landscaped 4092 1556 or Mark 0428 121 520 back yard and swimming pool. and Lyn 0427 153 868, or email The master bedroom has an en- mrea4880@qld.chariot.net.au suite and spa, there is a second bathroom, the home is tiled throughout, has a back Address: Mareeba patio and double carPrice: $625,000 port, a three bay shed, Inspect:

By Appointment two shade houses all Agent: Mareeba Real surrounded by gardens Estate Agencies on a 4000m2 allotment.

Contact: 4092 1556

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MAREEBA FROM $82,000 Norma Moloney Ray White Rural Mareeba 0417 541 126

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• Averaging $110,000 net profit • Certified organic farm + commercial dried fruit operation • Established markets • 10 hectares with highway frontage • 45 minutes to Cairns International Airport • Packing shed complete with commercial kitchen + staff accommodation • Spacious 4 bedroom home • 17 ML water allocation + bore + dam • Growth and value adding opportunities Price: $795,000 Neg Contact: John Goncalves on 0407 690 961 or Norma Moloney on 0417 541 126

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www.raywhiteruralmareeba.com.au/1032178

SURPRISE PACKAGE

A PLACE TO CALL HOmE

This immaculate 3 bedroom home is only 5 years old on the Cairns side of Mareeba and most importantly minutes from town.

Located in a lovely quiet street, a short drive to town and close to amenities, this well presented home with a practical design is one you will love the moment you step through the front door.

• 3 bedrooms, 2 with built-ins • Master bedroom with patio access • Large kitchen with breakfast bar • Spacious living areas • No rear neighbours + back patio that overlooks bushland • Low maintenance gardens and fully fenced yard

www.raywhiteruralmareeba.com.au/1025317 www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

HOUSE + BUSINESS = $$PROFIT$$

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Want an acreage that offers both lifestyle and income then this is the property for you.

• Conveniently located on the Cairns side • Approx 20 acres • 3 dwellings with a rental income of $820 per week • Combination of mature fruit trees including mangoes, citrus & exotic fruits • 3 bay lockable shed + machinery shed • Bore + dam • Amenities block Vendors are motivated and priced the property to meet the market!

Price: $609,000 Neg Contact: Exclusive Agent Norma Moloney on 0417 541 126 or John Goncalves on 0407 690 961

Price: $345,000 Neg Contact: Exclusive Agent John Goncalves on 0407 690 961

www.raywhiteruralmareeba.com.au/1031984

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Situated on Cairns side of Mareeba, this 5 acre lifestyle property has much to offer starting with the eye catching drive way through to the dressage arena for the horse enthusiasts.

• 3 bedroom plus office homestead style rendered block home • Wraparound verandahs • Spacious kitchen with breakfast bar • Main bedroom, WIR, airconditioning and sliding doors to verandah • Powered 4 bay Colorbond shed with 2 lockable bays • Improved pastures with fenced paddocks and horse shelters • Olympic size dressage arena • Irrigation system • Bore + 2 water tanks • School bus run and only minutes to town If you are a horse lover and are looking for a property with features galore, then look no further.

Price: $470,000 Neg Contact: Norma Moloney on 0417 541 126

• Excellently maintained on 3044m2 allotment, town water • Well constructed low maintenance masonry block home • Tiled throughout and louvre windows • Established gardens offering an array of fruit trees • 2 street access with drive through • 6m x 3m masonry block shed

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Priced from $82,000 – contact Exclusive Agent Norma Moloney on 0417 541 126.

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A TRENDY LITTLE TREASURE This home is picture perfect with nothing to do but to move in.

• 3 bedrooms, main with airconditioning and walk-in robe • Open plan living areas • 2 toilets + good sized laundry with plenty of storage space • Solidly constructed with masonry block external & internal walls • 814m2 fully fenced block with 6m x 4m lockable shed • Large yard with a private covered entertainment area • Close to local shops and schools Vendors are motivated to sell and priced this lovely home realistically.

Price: $275,000 Neg Contact: Exclusive Agent Norma Moloney on 0417 541 126

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Heard the old real estate saying space for additional storage.

‘You should buy the worst house in Outside, apart from a small selecthe best street”, well here’s an oppor- tion of fruit bearing trees and a garden tunity to do just that, except the house shed, the 4001m2 allotment provides a level blank canvas for the interested is not all that bad.

This unique property features a gardener. large 7m x 12x x 3m high quality built Overall a must see for those lookshed with spacious 1 bedroom resi- ing for something different, minutes dence attached. from town, in one of the most sought Although only one bedroom, the after streets in Mareeba. combined area under roof is over 160m2, making it ideal for conversion Contact John Goncalves to inspect into more bedrooms without a huge today on 0407 690 961. outlay. Other features are 3m high ceilings, masonry block constructed internal Address: MAREEBA and external walls, tiles Price: $320,000 throughout and 2 x split Agent: John Goncalves system air-conditioners.

Ray White Rural Mareeba The separate enclosed Contact: 0407 690 961 laundry has amply

Your dream home could soon become a reality so buy now and be part of the growing prestigious Kenneally Estate.

Developer has slashed the price on 10 blocks in this much sort after estate.

The first 5 of these 10 blocks, which range in size from 972.1m2 to 1000 m2, to sell for $82,000 All blocks have power, water and sewerage This fabulous sale applies to the following lots: LOT 34, 45, 55, 62, 63, 64, 66, 67, 68, 69 Prices have also been reduced on all of the other lots ranging in size from 1020m2 to 1312m2 and are well priced from $85,000 to $99,000.

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ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY • PRICED TO SELL • MOTIVATED VENDORS • DON’T MISS OUT!!!

• Fenced 5.5 acres of usable flat land, ideal for horses or small crops • 7 MLS of gravity fed channel water • 4 bedroom plus office clay brick home • Enormous outdoor entertaining area or room to park 6 vehicles • 6m x 6m Colorbond shed with caravan extension and additional storage • Minutes from town, down a no-through road

Price: $340,000 Neg Contact: Norma Moloney on 0417 541 126

Price: $465,000 Neg Contact: John Goncalves on 0407 690 961

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INDEX

business A

Air Conditioning Auto Electrician

B

Blinds Brick laying Building/Renovating Butcher

C

DIRECTORY

Childcare/ Kindergarten Cleaning Services Clothing Concerting

D

Driving School

AIR CONDITIONING

E

Electrical Embroidery Earthmoving

F

Fertilizer Floor Coverings

Fuel Furniture

I

Glazier

M

G H

N

T

R

Transport Travel Tree Lopping

S

Venue Hire

V

Roofing

Nurseries

Security Skip Bins

ELECTRICAL

CLEANING SERVICES

Custom Made

CURTAINS & BLINDS

Authorised Fujitsu Service Agent

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

Tinaroo Creek Road, Mareeba • PO Box 1034 Mareeba 4880

P: 4092 6271

M: 0409 648 403 • F: 4092 6717

www.donhall.com.au ABN 80 179 825 363 • QBSA 59712 • ARC License AU24014

R & C AIRCONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION

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

Plus we sell...

Tracks > Rods > Accessories

Tracks > Rods Competitive Curtains & Furnishings

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY >Phone: & Accessories 0429 869 023

96 James Street,Curtains Mareeba Competitive & Furnishings

BUILDING/CONSTRUCTION All Aspects of construction SpecialiSing in: • Custom Design Homes • Extensions • Renovations • Free Quotes • Servicing All Areas

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

AUTO ELECTRICIAN

ATHERTON CAR ELECTRICS

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“ACE IT EVERYTIME” SPECIALISTS IN:

Starter Motors & • CARS TRUCKS • GME & Uniden • CARAVANS Alternators, TRACTORS • 2 Way Radios, Spotlights • BIKES BUSES • & Accessories, Batteries & Accessories, Car Audio MOTORHOMES • • BOATS ALL YOUR AUTO ELECTRICAL NEEDS

Let the professionals take care of it!

Servicing

T: 4092 2160 - M: 0417 758 302 ALL Areas!

E: abelservices@bigpond.com

Outside 3 Bedroom House Washed $95 Paths Done at 1/2 Price

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

SOLAR PANELS WASHED

BY HAND!

• Great Pensioners Discounts • “One FREE Call Does It All” • Will Match Any Other Written Quote • Qld Govt Preferred

Phone George Freecall 1800 063 024 Mobile 0417 610 679

Lic No. 55472

99 Vaughan St, Mareeba Q.4880 service@tablelandelectrical.com.au PHONE: 4092 4146

Commercial • Domestic • Industrial • Mining Installations, Repairs & Maintenance

Battistin Electrical Daniel Battistin

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

Mobile 0448 856 187

Phone: 4092 6203 • Fax: 4092 5723 Email: dobattistin@msn.com 145 Hastie Road, Mareeba Qld 4880

SONCIN ELECTRICAL PT

ABN: 22 524 342 683 • Licence No: 71735 • ACA: F0514381 • LO: 56130

CLOTHING

QBSA: 1209108 ABN: 68 119 390 831

Phone: Adrian 0427 937 808 or 4093 9445 Email: adrian@accnq.com.au

Licence No. 51413 CEC No. A5891084

• HATS • JEANS • SADDLERY • JEWELLERY • • BOOTS • SHIRTS • HOMEWARES • BAGS •

P: 4091 3925 • E: shepsoutfitters@bigpond.com

JAMIE & ANTONELLA RYAN PH: 4091 2102 • FAX: 4091 5655

65 Tolga Rd, Atherton • athcarelectrics@bigpond.com

Residential & Commercial Cleaning Solutions For: • Carpets • Tile & Grout • Vinyl • Upholstery • Rugs • Spot & Stain Removal • Mattresses • Fabrics • Driveways & Footpaths • 24 Hour Water Restoration • new Premier Shampoo & Steam Clean Service!

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619

Electrical Contractors

Cleaning Solutions Outstanding Results

SUPERCLEAN Phone: 0429 869 023 For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619 Commercial Cleaners Pty Ltd 96 James Street, Mareeba

Call Ross Malfitana Mobile: 0429 898 657

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Photography Plumbing Pool Maintenance Promotion/Marketing

Mini Truck Hire Motor Mechanic

Handy Men Home/Decor House Removals

CURTAINS & BLINDS

P

Irrigation IT Specialist

CONCRETING

electrical

For all your Electrical, Airconditioning & Solar needs!

 Domestic Commercial  Industrial Solar  Repairs & Maintenance  Telephone & Networking Cabling Airconditioning Installation & Electrical Wiring

Call Sandro for your FREE QUOTE 0417 843 015 or Ph/Fax: 4092 7536 info@soncinelectrical.com.au

www.girgentigroup.com ~ 4092 5566 BSA no. 1218243

EMBROIDERY

Butcher

MAIN STREET, TOLGA PH: (07) 4095 4207 MOB: 0438 954 206

BLINDS

CHILDCARE & KINDERGARTEN

SpecialiSing in: • Polishing & Sealing New Concrete • Re-Juvenating & Sealing Existing Concrete • Re-Sealing Existing Stampcrete, Covercrete & Pebbletex Surfaces

DRIVING SCHOOL

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL FREE MEASURE & QUOTE • IN HOUSE CONSULTATION Desiree & Mark Siemon - Phone: 4095 5669 - Mobile: 0408 887 701 Email: marydesinto@bigpond.com - 31 Kennedy Highway, Tolga

BLINDS

We are the future!

Trust the BLIND specialists!

Vertical & Venetian Blinds Panel Glides > Timber Blinds

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

Supply & Fit

Constance Street.....................4092 1912 Director: Sue Powell Dunlop Street...........................4092 5277 Director: Kim-Marie Watkins Outside School Hours Care....4092 2431

BRICK LAYING

MAREEBA BLOCK & BRICK LAYING CONTACT ROD: 0419 550 767 or 4092 4449

• Competitive Rates • Free Quotes • Quality Job Assured QSBA: 1139 505

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Truck Driver Training: LR, MR, HR & HC CHEAP

Call 0438 295 437 RATES! EARTHMOVING

Do it right the first time!

Jane Peters Phone: 0427 932 776

Email: pickfordpark1@bigpond.com PO Box 1923, Mareeba Q.4880 ABN: 98 735 499 133

ENTERTAINMENT

DJ

PARTIES WEDDINGS SPECIAL OCCASIONS MUSIC OR KARAOKE REASONABLE RATES PA HIRE

PIER

TOLGA BUTCHERY

Mobile: 0419 709 522

CALL CARL 0408 924 312

your local business guide • 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

For $26 per week this spot could be yours!

Phone the Express today

4092 3464

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

business

DIRECTORY

FARMING SECTOR

Glazing

For all your labour requirements in the farming sector, please contact us for further information. Being involved in the farming sector for over 15 years, we are sure that we can be of help to you in any aspect of your labour requirements.

“Many hands make light work”

accounts@harvestpersonnel.com.au or Phone 0498 991 189

Fertilizer

For $26 per week this spot could be yours!

LICENSED MANUFACTURER OF

Phone the Express today 4092 3464 ON THE TABLELANDS

PHONE 4095 8222

1800WINDOWS BSA 1068200

ExclusivE Nth Qld AmplimEsh AgENts

• Sliding Glass Doors & Windows • Residential & Commercial Glazing • Shower Screens & Robes • Glass Replacement • Security Doors • Security Screens • Fly Screens • Louvres • Mirrors

IrrIgatIon DesIgn & supply

30 James Street, Mareeba

There’s always better value at CRT.

GRAHAME McKENZIE MOBILE 0407 226 022

D R S GLASS

• GLASS REPLACEMENTS • SHOWER SCREENS • WARDROBES • MIRRORS • WINDOW & DOOR REPAIRS • SECuRITy & FLy SCREENS MAREEBA & THE TABLELANDS

DANIEL SCHuLZ

ALL WORK UNDER $3300

 0487 792 539 ABN 80 672 905 686

FURNITURE

Budget Blinds, Curtains and Materials • Tracks & Rods • Furniture • Sheets & Towels • Floor Coverings

FREE MEASURE & QUOTE!

HASTIE CENTRE FURNISHINGS

209 Byrnes St, Mareeba • P: 4092 1017 E: hastiecf@tpg.com.au

FUEL

Advertising hAs never been more AffordAble!

YOU CAN AFFORD TO ADVERTISE IN THE EXPRESS DIRECTORY

With PriCes stArting At JUst $26 Per WeeK... Call natasha todAy to find out more!

DIRECTORY receive 4¢ per litre discount by presenting this ad

Service Station open to the public 24 hour Fuel Service to approved customers 7 BOWER ST, MAREEBA INDUSTRIAL PARK P: (07) 4092 2472 • F: (07) 4092 2668 For Bulk Fuel & Oil Contact Head Office at Miallo (07) 4098 8222

FLOOR COVERINGS

HANDY MEN

John and Pete

the handy, handymen We do just about everything!

Seven Building TradeS Seven elecTronic TradeS • General Carpentry, Cupboards Electronic Repairs and Advice • • Painting, Plastering, Doors & Locks Antenna Systems & Outlets • • Tiling, Paving, Small Concreting Satellite Free-to-air, Data & Comms • • Kitchens, Bathrooms, Fencing Theatre Systems, PVRs, DVDs • and did i mention We do laWns & gardens!

John

0409 802 778

&

Pete

0447 317 797

Pensioner Discounts available & Free quotes! (will accept jobs under $3300 only)

Homeware/Decor Carpet • Vinyl • CeramiCs Floating Floors • Blinds

Mareeba 4092 2800 Atherton 4091 3300

Atherton Decor Centre Creating Beautiful Homes

13 Main Street, Atherton Q.4883 Phone: 4091 1016 Fax: 4091 5160

Sandra Anderson

athertondecor@bigpond.com

Pasture Seeds

sales@tpprural.com

Machinery - Truck Hire

M&P Goldfinch Enterprises P/L NEW Mini Concrete Truck Caters for small loads up to 2.6m across the Tablelands!!

PLUS Tipper & Bobcat Available

All enquires call Mick on 0417 720 959 or 4092 3849 - Email: mpgoldfinch@bigpond.com

TRUCK & BACKHOE

HIRE

BACKHOE WATER TRUCK TIPPER & FLOAT HIRE

ATTACHMENTS: Auger, Rock Breaker, Forks, Vibrating Plate, Road Profiler + a full range of buckets and tilting buckets

Owner/Operator Wade Venturato Phone: 0429 901 447 7 Days a Week WORK wadevent@hotmail.com GUARANTEED!

ABN: 74 629 292 635

your local business guide

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

FLOORS

Trust the FLOOR Covering Man! Carpet & Vinyl > Carpet & Vinyl Tiles > Floating Floors 159 Walsh St, Mareeba P: 4092 5466 M: 0419 736 229

Supply & Lay FREE Measure & Quote

www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

PHONE 4093 3776 6475 KENNEDY HIGHWAY WALKAMIN QLD 4872 apseeds@activ8.net.au www.apseeds.com.au

PHOTOGRAPHY

Photography WEDDINGS • CELEBRATIONS • ALL OCCASIONS •

JIM HATCHMAN 0488 562 921 Join our 2,294 Facebook friends

MOTOR MECHANIC

PLUMBING

MAREEBA MOTORS

PLUMBING, PUMPS & GAS

45 Chewko Rd, P.O. Box 131, MAREEBA

Phone/Fax: 4092 3563

BSA 116 4856

Installation, Servicing & Repairs Gas & Gas Applianes, Water Filtration & Purification, Maintenance Plumbing, Pumps, Sewer & Storm Water Solutions

Ben Malcolm

24 Hour Service Covering all areas

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

p: 4092 7333 m: 0402 031 813

MOTOR MECHANIC

POOL MAINTENANCE

Specialising in all your home decor needs & giftlines

HOUSE REMOVALS

BRIAN LOCCISANO MANAGER - NORTH QUEENSLAND

JBH

26 REYNOLDS ST, MAREEBA QLD. 4880 P: 4092 1174 F: 4092 3084

MAREEBA FLOOR COVERING CENTRE

Nursery

• 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

PHONE: 4092 2314 • FAX: 4092 4113

TABLELAND FERTILIZERS 40 ECLIPSE DRIVE, ATHERTON QLD. 4883 P: 4091 3100 F: 4091 3177

IRRIGATION

plumbingpumpsandgas@bigpond.com

A.J. MYLES & CO. HOUSE RELOCATORS Complete House Relocation Services

• Modern Equipment • Restumped & Raised • Houses Bought & Sold • Insurance Cover

PHONE: 0413 913 989 BSA LICENCE NO. 30191

ABN 26 111 244 823

4 Services and All Mechanical Repairs 4 Roadworthy Inspection Station 74 Byrnes Street, P.O. Box 169, Mareeba Q.4880

POOL MAINTENANCE & POOL SHOP 71 BYRNES STREET, MAREEBA “WE OFFER A COMPLETE ON SITE POOL SERVICE”

Phone 4092 2644 Fax 4092 4220

ALL POOL SUPPLIES INCLUDING FREE WATER TESTING AND EXPERT ADVICE

PHONE: 0413 013 297

LICENSED POOL SAFET Y INSPECTOR

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business PROMOTION/MARKETING

DIRECTORY SKIP BINS

• 2, 3, 4 & 6m Skip Bins • 10T Tilt Truck with Crane • S160 Bobcat for Clean Ups • 68 Inch Zero Turn Mower • 100mm Wood Chipper • 100HP Tractor & TILT TRUCK • 2m Heavy Duty Slasher • 2.4m Mulcher • 3m No Till Seeder www.peeramonskips.com.au • 3m Rotary Hoe

PEERAMON SKIPS, BAGS

Yard Clean Ups: Large or Small

0447 007 685

TREE LOPPING

TRANSPORT

Are your trees becoming too big for your yard?

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

BRANCHING OUT

Tree Specialist

Prune and remove your trees or SCAN CODE FOR palms quickly and efficiently!

MORE INFO • Stump Grinding Available • Fully Insured • Free Quotes Paul and Ishta Richmond branching.out@bigpond.com

ALL AREAS 0400 326 670

 Freight Distribution  Warehouse Storage

CAIRNS • MOSSMAN • TABLELANDS DAILY

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

4035 2034

CASH OR ACCOUNT CUSTOMERS WELCOME

TRAVEL SECURITY

Timber

MRT

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

For all security needs call...

Dru ThursTon 0408 913 063

Visit our website: www.fnss.com.au

5 Willow Road, Tolga - PO Box 385, Tolga Q.4882 Wooden it be nice!

PHONE: (07) 4095 4770 - FAX: (07) 4095 4758 - Timber Hotline 1800 658 377

SKIP BINS

TREE LOPPING

RAD SKIPS

AA TAYLORS TREELOPPING

(a subsidiary of skarott’s transport)

Skip BinS from 2m – 6m 14 DAY BIN HIRE NOW AVAILABLE FOR THE SAME PRICE AS 7 DAYS! LIMITED TIME ONLY

Call Dennis or Rachel on 4095 4777

TRANSPORT

 FULLY INSURED  QUALIFIED & EXPERIENCED CLIMBERS  OBLIGATION FREE WRITTEN QUOTE  WOOD CHIPPER, STUMP GRINDER, CHERRY PICKER, TRUCK & BOBCAT  TRAVEL ALL TABLELANDS AND BEYOND  PROFESSIONAL, EFFICIENT, SAFE & FRIENDLY  NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL

Ph: 4095 4595 - Fax: 4095 5393 Mobile 0400 954 595

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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

TRANSPORT

LEAVIS

TRANSPORT SERVICES

OwNER: JIm HuTCHINS Phone 4091 1589 • Fax 4091 4971 19 Eclipse Dr, Atherton LEAVIS

DELIVERIES: CAIRNS & TABLELANDS your local business guide

Without a travel agent you’re on your own!

MAREEBA 4092 4222 ATHERTON 4091 3411 www.travelexperience.com.au

VENUE HIRE

HAVING A PARTY OR FUNCTION? We have the perfect venue!

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

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

Bookings & Info Phone 0427 114 217

CLASSIfieds phone us: 4092 3464

Church Notices Living Waters An Encouraging WORSHIP SERVICE Sunday 10am & 6pm Experience Supernatural Healing of the Body, Soul & Spirit.

Phone 4092 6888 9 Park Avenue, Mareeba

Thought:

A smile is a curve that straightens things out.

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

Public Notice Mareeba Community Kindergarten Inc.

PLAYGROUP

9.30am - 12noon Mondays During Term 4 at Sutherland St Kindy Building

For Pre-KIndy Aged ChIldren and their parents / guardians (those born between 1st July, 2009 and 30th June, 2010) FIRST PLAYGROUP BEGINS MONDAY 14th OCTOBER, 2013 - COST: GOLD COIN PER ChILD CONTACT NATALIE ON 0447 062 201 FOR MORE INFOMATION

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OLUFSON, Colin Maxwell Late of Woree. Passed away peacefully at Mary Potter Nursing Home, Woree on 26th September 2013 aged 71 years. Loved brother of Glenda, Alan, Ailsa, Margaret, Kaye and their families. Colin will be sadly missed by family and friends.

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EXPRESS sPORT RESULTS & DRAWS MAREEBA TENNIS Tues 7pm social: Winner: Veronique Mid-week fixtures commence.

Div.3 Hannah d Pauline 37-19, Jayne d Alice 29-27, Bronwyn d Narelle 30-26, Dan d Arnoud 40-16, Div. 2 Neale d Mathew 29-27 Kim d David 31-25, Div 1 Cameron d Charlie 34-26, Cassie d Alf 35-25, Scott d Danny 4416, Thurs 8am social Winner: Pauline

5.25 PM UNDER 12’S JUNIORS - DRAGONS VS TIGERS 5.50 PM UNDER 12’S JUNIORS - DRAGONS VS TAIPANS 6.30 PM SENIOR MENS – LIEUTENANT DANS VS SEMI-PROS C/S: COMETS REFS: D.HAWKE 7.30 PM SENIOR MENS – COMETS VS STINGRAYS C/S: SEMI-PROS REFS: E.HASTIE & J.BALLIN

MAREEBA BASKETBALL INC. SUMMER SEASON FIXTURES Mareeba Summer Season fixtures resumes following school holiday break with six weeks left of fixtures remaining before the finals.

Championship points table reads as follows: Senior Mens – Lieutenant Dans-17, SemiPros–13, Stingrays-11, Comets-9 Senior Ladies – Baiada Steggles-21, Locals-17, Gummaz-17, Uniques-13, Sapphires-9, Killers-9, T/Slammmers-6 Under 16’s – Bulllets-19, Panthers-14, Flamingoes-14, All Stars-8 Under 14’s – Kangaroos-21, None-Ya-17, Eagles-17, Jaguars-9 Under 12’s – Dragons-32, Taipans-30, Tigers-12

THURSDAY 10TH OCTOBER 2013 4.00 PM UNDER 16’S JUNIORS - PANTHERS VS FLAMINGOES REFS: B.CATER & A.SMITH 5.00 PM UNDER 16’S JUNIORS - BULLETS VS ALL STARS REFS: M.EBNER & S.MYRTEZA 6.00 PM SENIOR LADIES - SAPPHIRES VS KILLERS C/S: BAIADA STEGGLES REFS: E.HASTIE & M.HAGGER 7.00PM SENIOR LADIES - BAIADA STEGGLES VS LOCALS C/S: KILLERS REFS: E.HASTIE & F.PATOLO 8.00 PM SENIOR LADIES - GUMMAZ VS TEQUILA SLAMMERS C/S: LOCALS REFS:M.AUE & T.AUE BYE: SENIOR LADIES - UNIQUES

WEDNESDAY 9TH OCTOBER 2013 4.00 PM UNDER 10’S JUNIORS - COACHING & GAMES 5.00 PM UNDER 12’S JUNIORS - TIGERS VS TAIPANS

FRIDAY 11TH OCTOBER 2013 4.15 PM UNDER 14’S JUNIORS - EAGLES VS KANGAROOS REFS: B.CATER & C.MYRTEZA 5.15 PM UNDER 14’S JUNIORS - JAG-

UARS VS NONE-YA REFS: B.RUGGERI & C.MYRTEZA Mareeba & Memorial Bowls Club Tuesday 1st October Warehouse Night Bowls Touchers Lead V. Giacometti Third S.Soda Skip V.Mete Wednesday 2nd October Ladies’ Mixed Social Winners M. Williams T. Moss S.Brady Thursday 3rd October Winners R. Arancio J.Mugica R/U C.Thompson P. Soda Sunday 6th October Club Social Mixed Winners M. Williams R. Parry A.Hardcastle J. Dennis Special thanks to J & W Plastics for sponsoring the 2013 Mareeba & Memorial Open Fours held on Sunday 29th September, 2013. A wonderful day of good bowls, fun and friendship was enjoyed by all and congratulations to the following teams - Winners: R Kiddi J Burns C Dezen A Dezen Second Place: P Soda W Tilse M Battistin C Thompson Third Place: T Fregona M Fabro M Parise E Crema Fourth Place: N McIntyre S Hewish S Tiraboschi V Tiraboschi. Thanks also to raffle donors, volunteers and of course all the participating teams from home and away for supporting the event.

Nominations for the 2014 Ladies’ Club Championships have been extended by one (1) week. Please ensure names are on the board by 5pm Sunday 13th October, 2013.

Trophies for Ladies’ Mixed Social Wednesday 9th October kindly donated by Arthur and Thelma Moss.

Pre-book your Table for Friday 25th October, 6.00pm, Buffet with music by Dave Kirk, tickets available at the bar.

Selectors’ Roster: Wed 9th October – Eileen; Sun 13th October – Peter & Eddie; Wed 16th October – Liz ARCHERY On Sunday October 6, visitors Sindy Peng, Trent Laufer, Kyle Drew and Steve Hitch attended the coaching session with George Neilson. One junior member Mike Christensen shot practice. Three junior members shot a Short Canberra Round. The club welcomed Steve Hitch as a new member.

Results Short Canberra Round: (30 arrows each at 50, 40 and 30m on a 122cm face) U14 Boys Compound: W Smith 794, B Fabiani 777 U14 Girls Recurve: L Hughes 633 Next Sunday October 13 coaching will be conducted for beginners from 9am to 12md at Kerribee Park Archery Range, Chicken Hatchery Road, off Springs Road, Mareeba.

Beginners and visitors are asked to please ring to confirm your attendance.

This will be followed by a General Meeting and the members will shoot a 72 arrow round.

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BOMBS AWAY:

Adams breaks century at Kerribee

By Boyd Robertson Mareeba Bandits coach Robert “Bomber” Adams has won the admiration of his team after chalking up 103 runs during the first half a two-day match against Cairns Norths at Kerribee Park on Sunday.

The veteran walked off to back-

NOT A BAD ONE: Norths bowler Brendan Muscat sends a ripper at Bandits coach Robert “Bomber” Adams at Kerribee Park on Sunday.

slaps and cheers after breaking the century.

The Bandits finished up 7 for 282 on the day.

Apart from Adams the high-scoring batters were Danny Shaw with 62 runs, Ben Turner with 36, team captain Brendan Payne on 23 and Cameron MacPherson on 18 not out.

The second wicket partnership of 70 runs was shared between Payne and Adams.

Shaw and Turner shared the fifth wicket partnership, also of 70 runs.

Club member Robbie Shaw described the day’s play as satisfactory and praised Adams and other leading batsmen for their efforts.

“All up it was a pretty good day,” Shaw said.

“We had a solid performance from all our batsmen.

“Bomber got out there and destroyed them which was awesome, then Danny took over with and the rest carried on from there.”

The match also marked the re-

turn of former Bandits player Callum McPherson from a 10-year stint in Ayr. The second half of the match will pick up at 1pm at Kerribee Park this Sunday.

Shaw took the opportunity to call for Mareeba supporters to turn out for the game.

Speedy karter Leigh wins at Proserpine finals

By Boyd Robertson A Mareeba go-kart driver has zoomed into victory at state finals in Proserpine.

Leigh Naylor, 21, took out first place in the Senior National Pros class at the Queensland Sprint Kart Titles at the Whitsundays Motorsport Track in Proserpine on September 24-29.

Naylor blitzed through four races to win the title, including three qualifying heats before the final race, which challenged him and competitors to complete 16 laps of the 1.5-kilometre track, often reaching speeds of up to 90 and 100 kilometres per hour.

Naylor, a member of the Mareeba Karting Club said he was “very satisfied” with

the win.

“I’ve never had a win on this level before,” he said.

“It’s something I’ve always aimed for and to finally win it definitely brings a big sense of accomplishment.

Naylor took a Europeandesigned ‘Tony Kart’ to the finals, with a customselected motor chosen for maximum power-to-weight ratio.

“Every motor has to be pretty much the same according to race rules, however there’s always a quicker motor but you have to keep thinking about how much they weigh,” he said.

“At this level it comes down to a smooth style, especially with the hard compound tyres you have in this class – if you’re not smooth

you’re going to miss out on tenths of a second which will be the difference between first and tenth place, it’s that fast.

“The speeds we are going at on these tracks are pretty intense – it’s fine going at 100 kilometres per hour in a car but when you’re right down there at bitumen level in a kart it’s very different.”

Naylor, who has been karting for 12 years, said he is now looking forward to more challenging events in southern cities next year.

Other drivers from the Mareeba Karting Club at the finals included Brodie Davis and Caleum KipperIkime in Cadets and Matt Want in the Junior Clubman class.

ZOOMING TO VICTORY: Leigh Naylor in action at Whitsundays Motorsport Track

Crad Evans slips past Bulls Reserves

By Boyd Robertson The Mareeba United Football Club’s reserves side has lost 4-3 to Townsville-based Mundingburra Aitkenvale Olympic in the battle for the Crad Evans Shield at Pennell Field in Cairns on October 5.

Olympic dominated majority of the game, establishing a 4-0 lead by half time.

A valiant late-game rally by the Bulls Reserves with 25 minutes left on the clock gave Mareeba supporters hope that the game might swing back

but it was to no avail.

The Reserves, despite blitzing the Cairns district premiership, came home from the inter-city showdown empty-handed.

Coach Sacsha Stankovich said he was not disappointed in his team’s effort.

“I think the first 45 minutes we were maybe a little bit asleep there but I can’t ask for more than what the boys gave tonight,” he said.

“I’m actually happy with it – I’m proud of boys even in the first half.

We had six chances to their four, they

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scored three and we scored none.

Stankovich pointed to the threeweek gap between the Reserve’s premiership final and the Crad Evans Shield as possible causes for a lack of urgency in his players.

“Honestly I think if you take three weeks off from playing soccer it’s going to have an effect,” he said. “We tried to keep our momentum going but maybe it hurt us, maybe we were just a little bit flat.”

Bulls president Alex Srhoj was also positive and vowed Mareeba would return to contest the Shield in

2014.

“The boys definitely showed the character toward the end, it was a pretty entertaining match - in halftime Sasha had a good talk to them and they came out different in the second half,” he said.

“Most of the guys will be back next year and then they will do it all over again – its definitely a learning experience for some of the boys.”

Srhoj also pointed to the upcoming Bulls presentation ceremony on October 19 as something to look forward to.

“It’s definitely going to be a big night, this year has definitely been a major step forward for the club and there’s going to be some major awards presented.

“We’re actually going to be inducting a fourth player into the Hall of Fame and everyone is looking forward to coming back for a bigger and better 2014.”

“I’d like to extend my thanks out to the supporters and the players, we’ve really showed that’s it’s not just about one team, it’s about one club.”

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Fast and furious at Mareeba Speedway

By Boyd Robertson Thrills and spills abounded at the Mareeba Motor Club Racing regular meet on Sunday as the high-octane action took its toll on the drivers and machines alike.

Crashes and mechanical failure meant several drivers retired from the speedway with their aspirations for victory dashed and their vehicles in need of repair.

C Grade driver Chad Scott kicked the day’s demolition derby off with a heavy impact into shoulder during the fourth turn of the last lap of his category’s final.

The hot-blooded young drivers in Junior Grade “kept bashing each other around,” according to club secretary Kerrie Vievers.

Junior driver Andie Wallace suffered the same fate as Scott, hitting the fourth turn at speed during Heat 4 and ending up with an injured arm, while Brodie Davis had to be towed off the track after colliding with Ashley Hardy in Heat 5.

Although A Grade was devoid of crashes, Graham Jorgenson was forced to retire with mechanical failure on the first lap of Heat 1.

The high-energy Formula 500 sprint races weren’t to be outdone in the rough and tumble, with Ben Pittiglio and Jarred Desmares spinning out early in Heat 1.

Angelo Tudini took out first for the A Grade category while

Lucy Reed dominated B Grade.

Michael Wilkinson cleaned up C Grade while Madalyn Wallace won in Junior Grade.

Heavy hitters Ian Wallace and Jarrod Vievers were both sidelined by mechanical failure after previous races in Cairns and Mareeba, respectively.

Glen Underwood won the feature race while Ryan Skennar came first in both the Formula 500 and overall points for the day.

Kerrie Vievers described the day as being full of “good tough racing.”

The club’s next meet on November 3 will be their last for the year ahead of the presentation night on November 23.

WHAM BAM: Ben Pittiglio (left) and Jarred Desmares (right) spin out during the Formula 500 sprint car heats at Mareeba Speedway on Sunday.

“Fantastic” turnout for Dimbulah trophy meet

By Boyd Robertson A big turnout at the Dimbulah Horse and Pony Club’s Trophy Weekend on October 5-6 has left organisers smiling.

A full total of 95 horses and riders from all over the region attended the event to compete in 14 different events across nine age groups.

Events included jackpot barrel and bending races, snakes and ladders, skudda ho, snakes and ladders and double figure eights.

Live band Kurdaz provided extra entertainment, along with an outdoor cinema after the sun set, while the club put on a barbecue to keep riders and spectators fed.

Cayde Miller won the Under 6 division, while Georgia Simpson

prevailed on points in the 7-8 Year Olds.

In the 9-10 Year Olds Kelly O’Shea took out first, also reaching the Highest Points tally in the entire Juniors category.

Rhyanna Miller won in the 1112 Year Olds division and Olivia Anderson came first for the 13-14 Year Olds.

Keelan Seagren finished up first for the 15-17 Year Olds category while Nicole Gava won in the 1829 division, also taking out Highest Points in Seniors.

Tracey Leet won the 30 and Over category.

Nicole Gava also won the Senior Jackpot with a time of 18.78 seconds, while Jason O’Shea won the Jackpot Barrel Race with a time of 20.75 seconds.

In the Jackpot Bending catego-

ry, Sharni Findlay took out first for Juniors with a time of 14.55 seconds and Gary Jerome won in the Senior division on 12.34 seconds.

Dimbulah Horse and Pony Club secretary Hannah Simpson said the weekend had been a great success.

“It’s been so fantastic, we’ve had such great support from our sponsors and the parents of all the riders,” she said.

“The kids were happy, we didn’t have any major dramas and everyone went home happy.

“Without that support of the parents, sponsors and our volunteers, none of this would have been possible.”

The Trophy Weekend was the club’s last riding event of the year ahead of its Christmas party, where overall club winners for the year will be determined on points.

Jake Simpson, 7, atop Chestnut at the Dimbulah Horse and Pony Club Trophy Weekend

Commissioner warns one punch can kill

By Ryan Groube A top-down decision to immediately send off rugby league players who throw a punch on a football field has been welcomed by Queensland’s top cop.

Queensland Police Service Commissioner Ian Stewart spoke to The Express at the PCYC Cup on September 29 about the importance of stamping out intentional violence.

Commissioner Stewart said the rule would not only help change the culture of rugby league on a national level but also in grass roots competitions.

“Violence for violence’s sake can never be accepted,” he said.

“Rugby League is a contact sport that is a wonderful char-

acter builder that is tough and is hard but importantly it is played in controlled conditions.

“Intentional violence has no part in any sport and isn’t a true part of rugby league at any level of competition.”

The NRL announced a zero tolerance policy to punching in the middle of year following NSW Blues enforcer Paul Gallen’s cheap shot on Maroons front rower Nate Myles in the opening State of Origin fixture on June 5.

Under the new rules, any player who throws a punch will be sent off for 10 minutes and face the prospect of being charged by the match review panel.

The rules have also been applied in local league matches.

On September 28 and 29,

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six teams from across the far north travelled to Davies Park, Mareeba for the inaugural PCYC Cup. Weipa won the Under 17s round-robin competition after beating Hope Vale in the final, while Mareeba 2 took out the playoff for third by belting Pormpuraaw.

Commissioner Stewart said he was delighted that the weekend that been played fairly and without any all-in brawls.

“This weekend of rugby league has showcased the best of the sport,” he said.

“It was tough it was competitive and it was fair and every player showed tremendous sportsmanship.”

Mr Stewart said he would love to come back to the PCYC Cup again in 2014.

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 04 Toyota Camry Sportivo: Manual, airconditioning, excellent condition, 12 month warranty ..$8,490  05 Toyota Corolla: Manual hatch, airconditioning, only 69,000 klms .......................................... $9,750  07 Hyundai Elantra SLX: Manual, airbags, cruise, only 67,000 klms, 12 month warranty ..........$9,990  08 Mazda 3 Sedan: Manual, airconditioning, 12 month warranty ..............................................$10,990  09 Toyota Corolla Levin SX: Manual, alloys, smart start, 12 month warranty ..........................$13,990  11 Toyota Corolla Ascent Sedan: Auto, Bluetooth USB, balance of warranty .........................$17,500  11 Toyota Camry Touring: Auto, alloys, spoiler, only 32,000 klms ........................................... $20,990

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 06 Toyota Rav CV: AWD manual, airconditioning, very low klms, 12 month warranty...............$16,990  09 Toyota Rav Cruiser: AWD manual, alloys and more, 12 month warranty ............................ $20,490  06 Toyota Hilux 4x4 Dualcab: Airconditioning, canopy, low klms, 12 month warranty ........... $25,990  10 Toyota Hilux Singlecab 4x4: Turbo diesel, bull bar, tray and racks, 12 month warranty .... $29,990  11 Ford Territory TS: RWD auto, turbo diesel, 7 seater, alloys + more! .....................................$31,990  08 Hi-Ace Commuter Bus: T/D manual, internal wheelchair hoist, only 69,000 klms...............$37,990  12 Toyota Landcruiser GXL: Dropside, bull bar, tow bar, alloys & more, only 19,000 klms .... $59,990

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USED COMMERCIAL VEHICLES

 11 Isuzu D Max: Manual turbo diesel 4x4 dualcab, fitted with dropside body, low kilometres, faultless condition, great value ........................................................$28,990  11 Nissan Patrol ST: Turbo diesel manual 4x4 7 seater wagon, travelled only 12,000 kilometres, as new, plenty of Nissan factory warranty ..................................$45,990  09 Holden Colorado: 4x2 spacecab ute, low klms, immaculate condition, warranty ....$16,500  08 Holden Colorado DX: Manual 4x2 singlecab dropside ute, low kilometres, sound vehicle .......................................................................................................$12,990  02 Honda CRV: Auto 4x4 wagon, good kilometres, outstanding vehicle, a credit to it’s previous owner ..................................................................................$9,990  10 Nissan X-Trail ST: Auto 4x4 wagon, low kilometres, faultless condition, warranty ..$21,990  07 Ford Falcon Ute: Auto, fitted with tray body with hydraulic lift tailgate, sound vehicle, value buying ...................................................................................$11,990

USED PASSENGER VEHICLES

 12 Holden Barina: 1.6 litre manual sedan, low kilometres, unmarked condition, plenty of warranty .................................................................................................$13,990  09 Suzuki Swift: Manual 5 door hatch, travelled only 36,000 kilometres, one local owner, cannot be faulted .........................................................................$10,990  02 Suzuki Grand Vitara: 4x4 wagon, 7 seats, top condition .......................................$9,990  08 Nissan Tiida STL: Manual sedan, good kilometres, smart appearance ....................$9,990  09 Subaru Impreza: AWD manual sedan, good kilometres, one owner, sound vehicle, Subaru Assured Warranty ................................................................$14,990  11 Subaru Forester X: Auto AWD wagon, 44,000 kilometres, one owner, cannot be faulted, Subaru Assured Warranty...........................................................$24,500  05 Mitsubishi Lancer: Auto sedan, low kilometres, value ...........................................$8,990  09 Subaru Forester X: Auto AWD wagon, low kilometres, outstanding condition, Subaru Assured Warranty ......................................................................................$18,990  09 Mitsubishi Lancer ES: Manual hatch, low kilometres, unmarked condition ...........$12,990  06 Subaru Impreza R: Manual hatch, well kept vehicle with warranty .......................$10,990  09 Subaru Liberty: Premium AWD auto sedan, leather seats, low kilometres, unmarked condition, Subaru assured warranty........................................................$19,990  07 Holden Astra CDTi: Turbo diesel 5 door manual hatch, everything right about this vehicle ..................................................................................................$10,990  09 Hyundai Sonata SLX: Auto sedan, low kilometres, unmarked condition, plenty of warranty .................................................................................................$13,990

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