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School students sent home, roads closed and health warnings issued as some areas of the region received over 600mm of rain throughout the week. TURN TO P8-9 FOR FULL STORY AND PHOTOS.

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Celebrating women By Rebecca Wallis MANAGING EDITOR Carl Portella

CELEBRATING the strength of women was at the heart of a special event last week for International Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day. Mareeba Business Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club hosted a sold-out lunch at the Ma-

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reeba Leagues Club on Thursday that featured talks from women in our community who shared their stories and celebrated what it meant to be a woman in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s world. Under the theme â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Leave No One Behindâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, school captains Giulia Rogato and Tegan Jennings from Ma-

Tourist injured in Atherton fight A FIGHT at an Atherton hotel at the weekend resulted in a 23-year-old Scottish tourist sustaining a serious head injury when he fell striking his head on a concrete footpath. Around 10.50pm on Friday March 9 a verbal altercation between two parties occurred inside the Main Street business, which resulted in several men going out to the footpath. Police will allege the 23-year-old was pushed and punched, falling backwards and striking his head knocking him unconscious.

Police were patrolling past the hotel at the time and immediately intervened in the ďŹ ght and rendered ďŹ rst aid to the man. He was transported to Atherton Hospital before being ďŹ&#x201A;own to Townsville Hospital, where it is understood his injuries are not life threatening. Investigations by detectives from Mareeba Criminal Investigation Branch are continuing. If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.

Roads closed for Baton Relay THE Commonwealth Games Baton will be on the Tablelands on Wednesday, March 14 travelling from Ravenshoe right through to Mareeba. There will be some road closures while the event takes place. The relay will start at Ravenshoe, along Grigg Street from 9.41am to 9.58am. It will then be transported via convoy to Atherton State School where Batonbearers will carry the torch along

Maunds Road to Atherton High School, through to Grove Street via Main Street from 11.13am to 12.13pm. Batonbearers will then travel along Tate Road, Tolga towards the Tolga Rail Trail from 12.24pm to 12.43pm. Between 1pm and 3pm the baton will be travelling through Mareeba starting at Constace Street and ending at Byrnes Street where some roads will have restricted access. Find more info at gc2018.com/qbr

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reeba State High School and Elena Pilat and Gabriella Cuda from St Stephenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Catholic College spoke about domestic violence, cyber bullying and the ongoing battle of inequality between men and women. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In Australia we have so much more than many, but

we still have great inequality,â&#x20AC;? said Elena. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Women still earn 15 per cent less than men.â&#x20AC;? While attendees tucked into delicious canapĂŠs, event coordinator Jenny Carmichael opened up about the struggles of running a zoo â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Cairns Wildlife Safari Reserve.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Life became a rollercoaster,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The biggest lesson I learned above all else was about community support. It was very humbling.â&#x20AC;? Her speech was made ďŹ ve years to the day that the business closed its doors. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I got to experience things that I never would

have experienced,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My message would be, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be bound by geographical constraints.â&#x20AC;? To end the lunch, yoga instructor Melissa Colman got everyone relaxed and de-stressed with an interactive session of yoga.

Cook Shire gets new Chief Exec FAR North Queensland local Linda Cardew has been earmarked to step into the top job as Chief Executive OfďŹ cer of Cook Shire Council. Ms Cardew, who was chosen with unanimous approval by Cook Shireâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seven Councillors at a special meeting earlier this month, has more than 25 years experience in local, state and federal government, including most recently as chief executive of Douglas Shire Council. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m very committed to local government and I love working with communities and a strong Council team to deliver outcomes,â&#x20AC;? Ms Cardew said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m very excited about the vastness and diversity of the Cook Shire, and some of the major projects Council is involved in are very aligned with my previous experience.â&#x20AC;? Cook Shire Mayor Peter Scott said the Council had been impressed with Ms Cardewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s experience and qualiďŹ cations. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are really looking forward to working with Linda to take our organisa-

tion to another level,â&#x20AC;? Cr Scott said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have exciting times ahead and Linda will be a key player. Linda has also been a Far North resident and neighbouring CEO for a number of years so she is very attuned to the unique challenges we face in remote Cape York.â&#x20AC;? Prior to leading the Douglas Shire, Ms Cardew was Associate Director of Savills Project Management and Project Manager for the Cairns Entertainment Precinct. She has a Law Degree with Honours, a Graduate Diploma in Urban Estate Management and is admitted as a barrister, tertiary lecturer, project manager and director, policy manager and investigator in her long career. Ms Cardew, who will be moving to Cooktown with her husband Tony, is also passionate about arts and the great outdoors, having been a violist with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, and sailing around the world by yacht. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was originally born in country New South

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Wales, and have a very real and genuine afďŹ nity for rural life. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m an adventurer at heart and I enjoy getting out and getting my hands dirty. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My husband Tony and I are really looking forward to moving into the community and being part of the Cook Shire community.â&#x20AC;?

Cook Shire Council had been without a permanent CEO since February, following the departure of former chief executive Tim Cronin. Council was led in the interim by local government veteran and former Townsville CEO Ray Burton.

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Lack of information regarding council rates investigation By Rebecca Wallis

TENSIONS are further building between Tablelands Regional Council (TRC) and ratepayers after repeated requests for details of an investigation into the latest rates error has been ignored. Concerned residents have asked the Mayor and CEO of TRC for the name

of the “external audit committee” that will be undertaking a review of the rating model used for the 2017/18 rates notices, as well as further details including a timeline, but that information has not been forthcoming. Instead the Mayor and councillors have individually stated that they will not comment further until the investigation has been con-

cluded, a statement some claim is contradictory to comments already made by the Mayor in recent statements and interviews. “The Mayor has used the media to persuade the public that the errors are minimal and inconsequential,” said Sandra Curcio who was part of the group that confronted the council about the errors last October and again in February.

“He has willingly provided all sorts of information except what should have been made public – the details and parameters of the review. “He has already compromised the integrity of the review by repeatedly pre-empting the outcome with his statements.” Together with ratepayers Steve Raso and Ed Kochi, Ms Curcio was able

to bring to the council’s attention that an error had been made with the rating model for this year. Although the review is welcome, Ms Curcio said more information needs to be provided about the investigative body. The Mayor declined to give The Express any details of the investigation when approached last week.

Protestors apologise for offensive signs INDIVIDUALS responsible for protest signs that were deemed to be offensive and racist towards the CEO of Tablelands Regional Council have apologised saying their intentions were misinterpreted. Hurriyet Babacan was the target of one of the protest signs displayed on tractors outside of council offices on Mabel Street on February 22. One read ‘This is not communist turkey’ and told the CEO to ‘go home’.Protestors were members of the ‘Ratepayer Action Group’ and were trying to display their frustration at council over a number of issues. Acting secretary of the group Lyn O’Connor said frustrations had reached boiling point, but the sign was not racially motivated. “(The signs were) misinterpreted or misrepresented as a threat and a

reference to a goose has been assumed to be racial slur on the CEO when it has been confirmed that was not the sign writers intent at all,” she said.“It is a reminder for all, that words and actions need to be chosen wisely.” Ms O’Connor said members of the community felt they were not being listened to by the council, which lead to the protest. “When people do not believe they have been listened to, treated with ignorance and asked to wait for many months without being kept informed of progress, it is not difficult to understand that individuals will become agitated and impatient,” she said. “We hope that council will amend their position and meet with the RAG so that we might be able to start to de-escalate the situation and rebuild communication and trust.”

Historical researcher Elwyn Troughton examines the damage done by vandals to the military guns at Anzac Park, Mareeba. INSET: The cenotaph was defaced.

Vandals trash war memorial By Rebecca Wallis

A MAREEBA memorial erected to honour soldiers who took part in combat has been defaced and damaged yet again by vandals. Local historical researcher Elwyn Troughton was devastated to discover last week that the Cenotaph at Anzac Park on Byrnes Street had been tampered with and that one of the wheels on the guns that sit behind it had been slashed.

“They’ve ruined it again with graffiti, it’s so disappointing,” said Mrs Troughton. Mrs Troughton said this attack was just the latest in a long line of vandalism on the memorial that honours local men that took part in World War I, World War II and the Vietnam War. “I always go and inspect it and multiple times a year it has been defaced,” she said. “It’s incredibly disrespectful to the families of

these men.” It was the irreparable tyre damage that really upset Mrs Troughton who discovered it would be impossible to get a replacement. But the generous community spirit of one local business owner has helped to put the smile back on Mrs Troughton’s face and will retain the history of the region. John Raso from Mareeba Tyrepower has offered to replace both tyres on the damaged gun at no cost.

As the original military tyres are unable to be sourced, the tyres will be different to what is currently there now, but Mrs Troughton said that as long as the gun could remain in good condition, it didn’t matter. “This is such wonderful news,” she said. “It’s so important that historical artefacts like this are maintained.” The cenotaph was built through the fundraising work of the Soldier’s Me-

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Petford Wellness Association member Sam Darcy hands the petition to Member for Hill Shane Knuth which he intends to take to Parliament.

Tablelands youth rehab program gets support NEARLY 100 residents fed up with spiralling juvenile crime, unanimously passed a resolution at a meeting in Cairns on Saturday asking the State Government to immediately implement the renowned Petford Farm Rehabilitation Program. Supporting resolution were Member for Kennedy Bob Katter, Member for Leichardt Warren Entsch and State Member for Hill Shane Knuth. The former Member for Mulgrave Naomi Wilson was present and also backed the strategy. Long-time Petford supporter Professor Ernest

Hunter, formerly Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service and Adjunct Professor at James Cook University, explained how the Petford Program had been so successful. “One can’t work without the other and Geoff Guest incorporated a strict health and diet regime with a remote location and did not rely on any pharmaceutical drugs or more conventional methods of rehabilitation,” Professor Hunter said. Member for Kennedy Bob Katter told the meeting how he had sought advice

from different Aboriginal groups when formulating his Relocation Sentencing policy which allows Magistrates to sentence young offenders to a remote rehabilitation facility instead of going to jail. “What happens is amateur criminals go to detention or jail and come out as professionals,” Mr Katter said. “Jail for young offenders is not the answer.” Association members said they had been asked by Innisfail and Townsville residents to stage meetings because of the high crime rates in their communities.

Pictured are Past District Governor Kath Scully, winner of the public speaking section Mikayla Scanlon, overall winner David Bin and “Youth of the Year” Chair Gary Searle.

Mareeba student wins zone final SIX Tablelands Lions clubs were represented at the Zone Finals of the Lions Youth of the Year competition in Mareeba on Saturday night. Seven students representing three high schools from the region includ-

ing St Stephens College, Malanda Sate High and Ravenshoe State High entertained family, friends and Lions members at the Mareeba RSL. The quality of the students was so high that judges found it difficult finding

a winner and therefore made a split decision by offering Mikayla Scanlon, School Captain of Malanda Sate High and representing the Yungaburra Lions Club the Public speaking award. The overall winner of the competition was David

Bin of Dimbulah; College Captain of St Stephen’s representing the Mareeba Lions Club. David will now represent the zone in the district final which will be held in Townsville on Saturday March 24.

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James Hughes, 93, with the invitation to his brother’s ‘service of dedication’, his brother’s medals, including the George Cross and his own military medals from serving in the Royal Navy.

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A MAREEBA man has been invited to attend a memorial service in Hong Kong later this month for his hero brother. Joseph Hughes was a 19-year-old member of the Royal Army Service Corps (RASC) when he was driving a truck full of ammunition that caught fire during a clean up after the war had ended in 1946. Knowing the truck would blow up and kill dozens of men, he made the brave decision to drive it away from the camp where he inevitably got caught in the explosion, dying from his injuries two days later. He was awarded the George Cross for his actions, the second highest award of the United Kingdom honours system. It is awarded for gallantry ‘not in the face of the enemy’ to both members of the British armed forces and to British civilians. His brother James, 93, emigrated to Australia

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SAVE THE DATE! 27th April, 2018 - Mareeba International Club A ground-breaking forum designed to give Far North farmers the tools they need to thrive in the 21st century will launch in Mareeba. This inaugural Efficient Farming Forum will bring together some of the best and brightest minds in agriculture, technology, trends and tourism. Guest Speakers including multi-award winning speaker and trend forecaster Michael McQueen. RStall Holders RFuture Trends REnergy Efﬁciency RAgri-Tourism RExporting

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Lucky students to take part in NYSF THREE students experienced the trip of a lifetime over the January school holidays as part of the National Youth Science Forum (NYSF). Each year Mareeba Rotary sponsors young people with a passion for science to attend the prestigious 12day summer school program in Canberra. This year Dylan Capella

from St Stephen’s Catholic College, Richard Thompson from Mareeba State High School and Mia Shepherd from Kuranda District College all made it through to the final round of interviews and were successful with their applications to attend. The program is all about Inspiring Australia’s leading young scientists who are thinking about a career

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Mareeba break-in an ‘utter disgrace’ MY name is Denis John McKinley and I have lived most of my life in the community of Mareeba - I have held positions within Government having been with Queensland Fire and Rescue for some 42 years the last 14 years as Inspector of the Cape having managed both permanent and auxiliary stations from Thursday Island to Ravenshoe. My family reside at No 2 Constance Street - Mareeba on the corner of Constance and Lloyd Streets right near the Mareeba District Hospital - Queensland Ambulance Service and Government Mental Health Services. On Saturday morning 3rd March 2018 at approximately 5am my wife was awakened by a loud scraping noise and proceeded to the front of our house and saw a utility being jump started by individuals - my wife having investigated further has opened our indoor carport personal door and found our internal house carport roller door fully open and my sons

Toyota Hilux Utilty missing – having woken my son and told him that his utility has been stolen my son has taken off in pursuit of the thieves who have driven off towards the Mareeba District Hospital. My wife awoke me – I went and investigated and saw my personal door on my large shed in the backyard open and the lights on in the shed – I did a visual of the shed and found my sons $9000 KTM motor bike had been taken also – many people know that I have a 1.5 metre spear ended securuity fence all around my property but these individuals have obviously been looking at our property and made their move – I have to report they are of Aboriginal and Islander descent and are still in their teens. My family and I are full of praise and fully supportive of our Queensland Police Service Staff for the prompt attention we received from QPS staff all through Saturday and today Sunday to locate our sons KTM motorbike and his Toyota Hilux Utility at Yarrabah – however the QPS are restricted by law to follow stolen vehicles until

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they stop – having placed an immediate notice on Facebook my sons Hilux Utilty went on a joy ride with three young teenagers unlicensed throughout the Tablelands stealing petroleum from a number of outlets right through to Puma Fuel outlet at Woree Cairns before moving onto Yarrabah and stopping the vehicle which was all recorded on Facebook. It is here my sons vehicle was located and is now in the hands of the forensic unit of QPS for several days – I am aware that these same individuals stole another two vehicles out of Cairns last night and returned to Mareeba. This is an utter disgrace of our laws and basic discipline to these individuals including their so called parentst is time for our community to stand up and say enough is enough and penalise both the parents and the individuals by making them serve pentence in front of community – magistrates and judges have had a gut full along with society it is time to get tough and instill in our society respect for all – it is time to lobby our local members – regardless

of your ethnic background these are the laws we live by and if you step over that line there are serious consequences. Political correctness has just taken over with disregard for law and order – just remember these individuals were in my home breaking and entering whilst my family was asleep – this is totally unacceptable and needs to be reported in the print media and other media outlets for the contempt it has brought to my family and no doubt many others of recent Denis McKinley Mareeba

her sword. Paronella has overseen all of this happening, should he also fall on his sword. I am now at a point where I cannot believe anything this mayor says and any respect for him is long gone. He has not even apologised as this shows how much he cares about the community. In my opinion there is only one way out of this mess and that is for Paronella to resign or be sacked. Granville Spencer Atherton

We need answers The new thinker in council on rates ‘blunder’ DIVISION 6 now has a THE first question I want answered is how do we know we have not been overcharged in this monumental blunder. If so are ratepayers going to be reimbursed for this. After this how can we trust the costing for the massive water rate rises or any other increases we had inflicted upon us is correct. The finance officer fell on

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chance to get new young blood into politics. Joshua Wallace is standing for the division 6 vacancy, he’s young and energetic, will keep an eye on the ball with issues as he lives and runs a business within the division 6 boarders. After due diligence on other candidates Joshua Wallace will be the new thinker in council, fresh up to date approaches and be for the constitutes, taking our needs to the TRC and be a voice to be heard. Division 6 is a strong farming community, with an ever growing residential population, we need a stronger voice to bring in new business to our ever growing community with more incentives within the agricultural area this young entrepreneur may well be our answer.

Time for Division 6 to stand up and get our issues heard, we should be thankful we have such a young able bodied candidate willing to take on a thankless job and for this he deserves our full support. Mary Smith Tolga

Why no report on Atherton fire? SO who was expecting the community aware Tablelander newspaper to report on this devastating fire that destroyed virtually all the occupants’ possessions? Everyone in Atherton, I would expect. Well I can imagine the shock of not a mention of it in this week’s rag. I would have expected something better than that from a newspaper that purports to promote goodwill within our community. As someone who has been to see the occupants, the scene of the devastation and the immediate help being given, I am saddened the newspaper couldn’t be bothered to give it a mention and try to promote various methods of help/donations for the occupants: Pretty pathetic. Simon Klein Atherton

Darryl Drury for Division 6 THIS is no reflection on the calibre of the candidates standing for the recently vacated Division 6 of the TRC, as no doubt they are

all keen to fill the roll of councillor and work for that division. One candidate however who I believe will do an outstanding job, is Darryl Drury who resides in Division 6. Darryl stood for Division 6 in the last local government election but was unsuccessful. His interest in the division never waned however and since I have been part of the Rate Payers Action Group, he has constantly approached me to ask how our endeavours to meet with council has been going. The rates issue (Category F & G and others) in particular, has been first and foremost in Darryl’s mind. He has also expressed great concern for the unabated lopping of the beautiful trees that are a key attraction in Atherton and surrounding towns. As a member of the Tolga school safety committee, the ongoing saga of the parking and safety issue at the Tolga school is another cause where Darryl has been heavily involved in to get a positive result for all. Darryl in his working life to date has a wealth of experience in mining, small business and shown a keen interest in the vital rural industries of the Tablelands. I have no doubt that his determination to get things done for Division 6 and the entire TRC region, will be of benefit to all it’s constituents. Jerry Micola Tolga

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“As a candidate I could tell you of my many business and personal achievements over previous years but what you really need to know is if elected, what I can do for you.” “My commitment is to restore the faith people have in our local government by ensuring the collected revenue is carried out with integrity and the spending of this revenue is then spent effectively, efﬁciently and fairly.” “It is up to elected councillors which hopefully includes myself, working with council staff to ensure that the TRC is open for business, building better outcomes for the greater good of our wonderful region.”

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New avenue for workers THE prospect of being able to hire a reliable seasonal workforce drew strong crowds to a Seasonal Worker Programme (SWP) information session in Mareeba on Monday night. International delegates from Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste, Fiji and Papua New Guinea plugged the value of their workers to more than 30 growers. Growers also heard from representatives of the Labour Mobility Assistance Program, the Department of Jobs and Small Business, Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Growers, the Queensland Agriculture Workforce Network and Workplace Health and Safety Queensland. The common thread was reliability, strong work ethic and a genuine desire to work – qualities all growers seek in their staff. The international delegates represented four of the 10 participating countries in the Federal Government-funded SWP. In 2016/17, Australian employers hired 477 workers from Timor-Leste, 190 from Fiji, 139 from Papua New Guinea and just 87 from Solomon Islands compared with 2690 from Tonga and 2150 from Va-

nuatu. Queensland Agriculture Workforce Network Far North Queensland Manager Leanne Kruss said there was positive interest in the SWP locally. “We don’t just see seasonal workers as lowskilled workers – they’re an important part of workforce solutions here,” she said. “The contribution these countries can make to supporting agriculture in Far North Queensland is significant, and we welcome them.” Solomon Islands Director of Trade George Tuti told growers his country was in a solid position to help. “By Pacific standards, we’ve got a large population so we are more than happy to supply a good number of workers where there are shortages in the agriculture sector,” he said. “We’ve got more than 600,000 people, 80 per cent living in rural areas. Subsistence farming is just a way of life so our workers have useful experience for working on Queensland farms.” On tours of Piñata Farms and Skybury Coffee at Paddy’s Green, the delegation heard growers’ positive experiences of the

Queensland Agriculture Workforce Network Far North Queensland Manager Leanne Kruss is pictured with Timor-Leste Assistant Labour Attaché Melissa Denning (Seasonal Worker Programme of Timor-Leste) PNG National Employment Services Acting Manager David Haro, Fiji SWP Team Leader Sakeo Talemaimaleya and Solomon Islands Department of Trade Director George Tuti.

SWP. “We’re on our third intake of Vanuatu men for this farm, and this year we’ve doubled our intake which is encouraging,” said Piñata Farms director Stephen Scurr. “All we’re looking for is

people who genuinely want to work, and if they show that, it’s a great start. A big incentive for us is if they come over here and work well, they can come back every year because we want that consistency.” SWP information ses-

sions were also held in Bowen on Tuesday night and Stanthorpe on Thursday night. Issued by Susie Cunningham, Growcom Senior Communications Officer, 0403 693 155.

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Lorraine Lynch with the colon hydrotherapy machine she purchased from Canada.

Boosting gut health with modern technology By Rebecca Wallis

A STATE-of-the-art machine brought over from Canada is providing optimal health to Tablelanders for the first time. Lorraine Lynch from the Wholistic Wellness Centre in Mareeba is the only person on the Tablelands offering colon hydrotherapy – a procedure that she says is steadily gaining in popularity. “It’s a fantastic way to

boost your health, particularly because of the nature of your colon, bits and pieces would get caught in little pockets here and there and that’s what causes the issues that people are having,” said Lorraine. “The putrefying matter becomes really old and dark and it becomes auto— intoxicating. The colon is like the second brain. It has acupressure points all the way around the colon that relate to different parts of the body. If you

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have different matter that is blocked in one of the pockets, it will relate to different parts of the body so it can be like bladder issues, prostrate issues, kidney, the whole gamut because it’s all connected.” Historically, colon hydrotherapy was something reserved only for the rich and famous, but with the advancement of modern technology and the increase in awareness of health issues, it is quickly becoming something many

more people are choosing to do. Lorraine sourced the machine from Canada to offer her clients the best treatment after finding the therapy improved her own health issues. “It’s so exciting,” she said. “I’m so passionate about it because it’s helped me so much. There are a lot of people who know about it and they know how great it is. They feel lighter and cleansed and more energetic afterwards.”

FIRST YEAR APPRENTICE BURSARIES

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Granite Masonic Lodge, established in Mareeba in 1905, invites applications from persons who are commencing a first year apprenticeship in 2018 and who have completed Grade 10, live in the Mareeba Shire, and are employed by a business located in the Mareeba Shire. The four successful applicants will each receive a Bursary to the value of $500 for one year on the successful completion of their first year of contract. Application forms are available from The Express Office, 186 Byrnes Street, Mareeba and close on Wednesday 4th April, 2018.

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Growers relieved as Tinaroo dam level rises By Rebecca Wallis

THE wet season has finally arrived on the Tablelands, leaving the region’s growers feeling less nervous about irrigation for the year ahead. Massive rainfall totals last week caused some chaos through the towns as rivers flooded closing roads and bridges, but the general feeling was one of relief as the dams and rivers started to fill. Topaz near Millaa Millaa recorded over 900mm of rain through the week, one of the highest recordings in the North Tropical Coast catchment. Ravenshoe received over 600mm of rain throughout the week, Atherton 360mm, Herberton 199mm, Mt Garnet 244mm, Kuranda 410mm and Mareeba 178mm. Tinaroo’s storage levels jumped from 48 per cent to 69.96 per cent by Monday, March 12, leaving growers hopeful that their water allocations would reach 100 per cent by July 1. “We’re always optimistic that the dam will fill,”

said Mareeba-Dimbulah irrigation scheme chairman Joe Moro. “Growers were a bit nervous up until last week. They’ve seen a few dry years, so this latest lot of rain will make them less nervous.” Mr Moro said that if the dam gets to 75 per cent capacity, the growers will get their 100 per cent announced allocations, but that it will also mean more water will be released for environmental purposes. “We are opposed to large releases from the dam during times of drought, but it is a requirement under the resource plan,” said Mr Moro. “Let’s hope that we get enough rain that it doesn’t matter.” Meanwhile the rest of the region struggled throughout the week with widespread flooding affecting the roads and water supply for many locals. A boil water notice was issued for those connected to the Millaa Millaa water supply scheme and on Thursday night a pipe was damaged at the river crossing near North Millstream.

Member for Hill Shane Knuth paid a visit to Tinaroo over the weekend, excited about the levels finally rising. As of Monday (print deadline) the dam was sitting at almost 70 per cent.

Tablelands Regional Council crews reportedly worked through the night to fix it and asked locals to cut their water consumption by 50 per cent until it was repaired. The Millaa Millaa water intake at the treatment plant

was also partially blocked and crews couldn’t work on it until the Beatrice River dropped to safe levels. Over in Mareeba the council asked residents not connected to town water to be careful with their water consumption.

Mayor Tom Gilmore said residents who source their water from a creek, dam, bore or other sources other than the town’s water network should frequently check the water quality for possible contamination. “Following recent rain,

you can’t be sure what may have been washed downstream and ended up in your water supply,” Cr Gilmore said. “It is also important to ensure the water available to your pets or livestock is regulated and safe to con-

sume.” School students in Biboohra were sent home early on Friday, as were other students and workers across the Tablelands as there were concerns with them making it safely as rivers continued to rise.

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June 2018 – Save the date for Mareeba Lions Metrogaine

THE 2018 Mareeba Lions Metrogaine will be held on June 17 at Arnold Park, Mareeba in aid of the Australian Lions Childhood Cancer Research Foundation. Almost $20,000 has been raised so far for the Australian Lions Childhood Cancer Research Foundation by the Metrogaine and other events. “We are proud of the Metrogaine as an event that gets people out of the house for a bit of exercise and also teaches them a lot about the town by completing the Metrogaine course and solving the riddle clues,” said Tom Braes from Mareeba Lions. Lions Biggest BBQ is an annual fundraising event undertaken by many of the 1,300 Clubs across the country. Funds raised will be used to help achieve ALCCRF’s mission to prevent kids with cancer dying by raising funds nationally and donating these funds to the best scientific and clinical childhood cancer research conducted right across Australia. “It never ceases to amaze me what Aussies can do when they work to-

gether,” said Peter Lamb, Trustee of ALCCRF. Who would have thought the good old Aussie Barbie could have been used to help Lions raise over $10 million for childhood cancer research. More than 800 Australian kids are diagnosed every year with various forms of childhood cancer and unfortunately we are still seeing kids dying every week. Many of the 1,300 Lions Australia clubs will hold barbecues during the year to raise funds for medical research into the causes and prevention of, and to find a cure for, childhood cancer. Lions have been passionately supporting childhood cancer research since 1996 “We believe every child deserves the chance at a healthy life.” In 2017 Mareeba Lions were able to donate $5,000.00 to the ALCCRF being money raised through the Metrogaine. This brings the amount raised by the Metrogaine and donated to ALCCRF to close to $20,000.00.

New drama on the big screen THE excellent new movie showing on the Rising Sun screen this week is the drama mystery thriller RED SPARROW. The new release is about Ballerina Dominika Egorova who is recruited to 'Sparrow School,' a Russian intelligence service where she is forced to use her body as a weapon. Her first mission, targeting a C.I.A. agent, threatens to unravel the security of both nations. The comedy drama LADY BIRD tell-

RED SPARROW – A young Russian intelligence officer is assigned to seduce a first-tour CIA agent who handles the CIA's most sensitive penetration of Russian intelligence. The two young officers collide in a charged atmosphere of trade-craft, deception, and inevitably forbidden passion that threatens not

WITH the Tablelands Relay for Life being held in November this year, local team ‘Cugini’s Working for a Cure’ are holding their first fun-

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Award nominee Martin McDonagh (In Bruges). After months have passed without a culprit in her daughter's murder case, Mildred Hayes (Academy Award winner Frances McDormand) makes a bold move, painting three signs leading into her town with a controversial message directed at William Willoughby (Academy

draiser for the year – a movie night on Thursday March 22, at the Rising Sun Cinema in Mareeba. The night will feature to all new Red Sparrow

movie. Tickets are just $20 for general seating and $25 for a recliner back row seat. Doors open at 7.30pm with raffle tickets and

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fundraiser with proceeds raised donated to Relay for Life. Bookings are essential. Call the Mareeba RSL on 4092 1396.

Judges choice winner of the Tablelands and Surrounds Photography Group this week is Judy Taylor – The theme was Yellow. The photo is of a Singapore Daisy, a quite pretty and interesting flower when you have a close look at it. In this photo Jusy used the compositional technique called “ Rule of Thirds”. This photo was taken by a Nikon Coolpix P900 camera and the settings were: F-Stop: F3.2, Exposure: 1/125sec, ISO: 100 Scene Mode: Macro Keen photographers can join the Facebook group and enter their photos – Tablelands and Surrounding Photography Group.

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NEW LOOK l NEW MENU l NEW GAMING LOUNGE Your new look Mareeba RSL g

Mareeba RSL is embracin March madness and is excited to release it’s new, fresh look to the community. The Mareeba RSL committee, managers and staff have been busy behind the scenes for many months working on revamping the club to bring something new to their local community. With a full re-brand under way, ﬁrst off the rank is the club’s new logo, new chef and brand new menu, along with the opening of the new gaming lounge. Many more exciting changes will be happening in the future and the club invites you all to come in today and try the new food and all that your local club in the heart of town has to offer!

ALL NEW Digger’s Bistro Meet New Chef Aaron Brien (formally from Aaron’s Bistro on The Billabong) who has created the new menus with some of his a favourite dishes. New Lunch and Dinner menu now available. All prepared fresh daily and catering for all dietry requirements. SUNDAY NIGHTS Roast Carvery – A selection of fresh cooked roasts with all the traditional roast vegetables and condiments. TUESDAY NIGHTS Steak Night now upgraded to a 250g Rump Steak, Chips and Salad, and a choice of Chef’s mouthwatering sauces or toppers, plus complimentary schooner of Great Northern. THURSDAY NIGHTS – MEMBERS NIGHT Incudes our freshly prepared Soup and Bread, and our ever changing selection of six mains with our new look salad bar. The dinner menu will be on offer with the Chef’s favourite selections to tantalise your taste buds!

DIGGERS BISTRO NEW OPENING TIMES Lunch: 11.30am - 2:30pm & Dinner: 5.30pm - 8.00pm EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Dine in between 5.30pm & 6.00pm to receive a complimentary Garlic Bread for the month of March.

WEDNESDAY 14TH MARCH 5:30pm: Ladybird (M) 7:30pm: Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (MA) THURSDAY 15TH MARCH 10:30am: Red Sparrow (MA) 1:30pm: Ladybird (M) 7:30pm: Red Sparrow (MA)

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ST PATRICKS DAY SPECIAL SATURDAY 17TH MARCH Guiness Pie & Pint of Guiness FOR LUNCH AND DINNER LIVE ENTERTAINMENT From 1pm with Ben and Emma PLUS Rafﬂes & More!

FRIDAY 16TH MARCH 10:30am: Red Sparrow (MA) 5:30pm: Ladybird (M) 7:30pm: Red Sparrow (MA) SATURDAY 17TH MARCH 11:00am: Red Sparrow (MA) 3:00pm: Ladybird (M) 5:30pm: Ladybird (M) 7:30pm: Red Sparrow (MA)

SUNDAY 18TH MARCH 12noon: Red Sparrow (MA) 3:00pm: Ladybird (M) 5:00pm: Red Sparrow (MA) MONDAY 19TH MARCH 10:30am: Red Sparrow (MA) 1:30pm: Ladybird (M) 7:30pm: Red Sparrow (MA) TUESDAY 20TH MARCH 10:30am: Red Sparrow (MA) 1:30pm: Ladybird (M)

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Hidden matters are likely to surface. Resist any idle chatter. Enjoy the company of relatives this month. Set your goals and stick to your guns. Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Wednesday.

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Amaroo â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The place to live OUR new land release Dandaloo, Allara and Moondani are currently under construction and anticipated to be finished in the next couple of months. Dandaloo Close is located on the second right just past Amaroo Medical. There are 27 lots under construction, ranging in size from 832m2 to 1367m2. All lots feature more than generous frontages at over 20m, featuring town water sewerage and under-

ground power. Add sealed roads and a family friendly location close to Amaroo Medical and the future Amaroo Village Market Place. Lots are selling off the plan now. At this stage, there are 11 lots under contract, and six on hold. Call into our sales Centre on Hastie Road, Tuesday to Saturday from 10am to 3pm. Call Deb on 0409 321 000 for more information or visit amarooestate. com.au

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PROPERTY

ENTAL ATTERS

YOUR RENTAL QUESTIONS ANSWERED

The Question: My Tenancy Agreement ends in 2 weeks’ time, my landlord just told me that they will not be renewing the lease. Have they given me enough notice to move out? The Answer: No. Lessors are required to provide tenants with a minimum of 2 months’ notice (Notice to Leave Form 12) for both fi xed term and periodic agreements unless there are grounds for the notice i.e. an un-remedied breach. Tenants must provide a minimum of 2 weeks’ notice to the lessor (Notice of Intention to Leave, Form 13) if they wish to vacate at the end of a fi xed term agreement or during a periodic agreement.

OPEN HOMrdE ay This Satu 10AM-12NOON

Modern country feel SET on a generous 4,536m2 land parcel in Wylandra Estate and enjoying mountain views, this three year old home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms sits perfectly in its rural setting. The open-plan design sees the kitchen, living and dining areas open out to an alfresco entertaining space. A beautifully appointed kitchen features bright sleek cabinetry, Caesar

stone bench tops, stainless steel appliances and a servery window to the back patio. There is no shortage of storage space here. A 3KVA solar power system is in place and an there is an assured water supply from the town water service and additional supply from a fully equipped bore which allows plenty of water to irrigate the established gardens and lawns.

A steel framed Colorbond shed measuring 7m x 7m with roller door access is situated to the rear of the block. Property features include: • Spacious modern kitchen with servery to the back patio • 4,536m2 of flat land, with arable soil scenic views • Established lawns and gardens • Fully equipped bore with a flow rate of 8L/

sec • Underground irrigation to entire block This property presents an outstanding lifestyle opportunity in an enviable location for relaxing country living.

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

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

19 Gallo Drive, MAREEBA $475,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to John Falvo Mareeba Property Office 0408 456 344

Hop skip and jump to town bathroom having a bath tub and shower. One toilet, vinyl toilet throughout, fully fenced yard, garage and located near CBD, Coles and School. For rent at $300 per week – See website RH57. Contact Mareeba Real Estate Agencies on 4092 1556, Lyn on

Have a rental question?

MAREEBA PROPERTY OFFICE

THREE bedroom home, kitchen and dining and separate lounge, with air conditioning, one

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

0427 153 868 or Mark on 0428 121 520. Email mrea4880@qld.chariot.net.au or visit mareeba4880realestate. com.au

FOR RENT

MAREEBA For Rent $300 per week Mareeba Real Estate Agencies 0428 121 520 or 0427 153 868

MAREEBA PROPERTY OFFICE

SOLE AGENCY

GREAT START TO HOME OWNERSHIP Your Affordable Housing Specialist Email: reception@mchc.org.au Phone: 4092 6899 Disclaimer: Th is column is for community education only, and does not constitute legal advice. Please contact the Residence Tenancy Authority for legal advice: http://www.rta.qld.gov.au

2 Ward Street, Mareeba

• Fully fenced 882m2, lowset 3 bedroom home • Combined kitchen/dining/living, 1 bath, sep. toilet • Separate laundry with wash tub, vinyl floors • Security screens & doors, single carport, side access

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$170,000 JOHN FALVO 0408 456 344

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RAY ROAD ACREAGE CLOSE TO TOWN • Flat, fully cleared 17 acre land parcel • Fully fenced, zoned rural residential • 11ML water (channel), subdivision potential (STCA) • Power & town water nearby, wide road frontage

EXCLUSIVE INVEST… DEVELOP… OCCUPY • Lot 1 (2.893 ha) and Lot 2 (3.204 ha) • Ready for residential development now • OR lodge a DA for commercial rezoning • Combined parcel/separate lots (with/without DA)

REDUCED $390,000 NEG

PRICE ON APPLICATION

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PROPERTY

Who doesn't love a Queenslander

WITH timber floors, high ceilings, tongue and groove walls and casement windows this property has all the character and charm we love in Queenslanders. Upstairs you'll find three good size bedrooms all with built-ins and air-conditioning, beautifully polished timber floors through-

out, modern kitchen with walk-in pantry and front and rear patios. Downstairs is a very large lockable space suitable for a workshop/garage. There is also a shipping container with lean-to for additional storage plus a 759m2 fully fenced low maintenance yard.

Positioned just minutes to town and schools. Currently rented at $300 per week on a periodical lease. Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

Now priced at $249,000 negotiable â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Contact Norma Moloney today on 0417 541 126, at Ray White Mareeba. MAREEBA $249,000 NEG Norma Moloney Ray White Mareeba 0417 541 126

FOR RENT

Quality throughout FOUR bedroom executive style home plus en-suite. Featuring airconditioning, built-ins, spa bath, dishwasher, security screens, tiled living areas and carpet to bedrooms. Plus a double carport, patio and outside pets on application. For rent at $415.00 per week.

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hesitate to contact Mareeba Property Management on 4092 2111.

MAREEBA For Rent $415 P/W Mareeba Property Management 4092 2111

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PROPERTY Family entertainer THIS beautifully appointed and immaculately maintained four bedroom, two bathroom residence with a stylish updated interior is a must to inspect for those looking for a sizeable family home in an established location. Situated on the Atherton side of Mareeba in Marinelli Estate, the home is set on an 813m2 corner allotment partially hidden by greenery and privacy fencing. Features include: • New custom built kitchen with ample cupboard and bench space, quality appliances in-

cluding self-cleaning oven, breakfast bar and outlook to the patio • Spacious central open plan air-conditioned living and dining area with LED downlights and access onto both patios • Massive air-conditioned second living area/media room/fourth bedroom or perfect office space for those that work from home with separate entry door from the patio and builtin cupboard • Master bedroom features an ensuite, WIR, air-conditioning and own door onto the main patio

Mareeba Property Management

Your local rental specialiﬆs RENOVATED 2 BEDROOM UNIT!! Fans, tiled throughout, close to town, partly fenced yard, lockable shed, outside pets on application. $260 PER WEEK

• Built-in wardrobes in the other bedrooms • Quality carpet in the living room and three of the bedrooms and tiles throughout the rest of the home • Security screens and new vertical blinds • Huge storage space in ceiling with ladder

• Large outdoor area perfect for entertaining guests plus second patio/courtyard with picturesque garden setting and tranquil ornament water feature • 5.13KW solar power system plus 440 litre solar hot water system • Double remote con-

trol garage with built-in storage cupboards • Nestled on a private 813m2 fully fenced corner allotment in a quiet family friendly neighbourhood For further information or to arrange a private inspection of

this Mareeba home, please contact exclusive agent Sophie

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

Bozzo at Joe Torrisi Real Estate on 0428 128 154.

MAREEBA $395,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Sophie Bozzo Joe Torrisi Real Estate 0428 128 154

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

OPEN HOME

THIS SATURDAY 10.00AM - 11.00AM 2 Curlew Close, Mareeba • STUNNING, FULLY AIRCON 4 BEDROOM + OFFICE • GOURMET KITCHEN + 8M X 12M COLORBOND SHED • FULLY FENCED 900M2 BLOCK + AUTO IRRIGATION

PRICE: $485,000 NEG 0417 700 468 WWW.JOETORRISI.COM.AU

One acre with room to move SOPLropDerti!es Needed

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$392,500

BEST BUY ON 1 ACRE • Three bedroom masonry block home • Two garden sheds • All bedrooms have built-ins, some with airconditioning • 2 way bathroom

• Separate lounge and dining • Well maintained gardens and lawn • Two bay lockable garage • 1 acre allotment

Contact Robert Owens of Sibi Girgenti Real Estate on 4092 5566 or 0497 700 139 for more information

Sale SPACE & PRIVACY

126 acres, Cairns side of Mareeba, down a no through road with a modern 4 bedroom home, solar panels, large shed, views of hills in the distance and the great Australian bush in your own backyard. • 12m x 18m (approx) machinery shed • 2 bores, 3 dams plus rainwater tank • Horse stables and some fencing in place Owner is serious about selling and is prepared to meet the market. Inspect today and present your offer! Exclusive Agent Price $585,000 Neg John Goncalves 0407 690 961 raywhiteruralmareeba.com.au/qld/mareeba

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THIS is the one, low maintenance three bedroom block home on the Cairns side of Mareeba. The interior of the house is bright and well presented with a carpeted lounge and tiles. It features three bedrooms incorporating built-ins, and some airconditioning and a two way bathroom. Add to this an office area as well as another lounge area that is air conditioned. The lounge and dining area, and spacious kitchen that comes complete with a breakfast bar gives a warm homely feel. You will be delighted at the size of the laundry area. Every house needs

an outside patio this one is fully tiled and overlooks the orchard and yard. There is a variety of fruit trees that are established and producing a fabulous crop each year. Gardeners will be delighted to see the bush houses, which are massive and suit the home owner with a green finger. Living on an acre to give space to move and the potential of this Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

property is endless. There are some established gardens at the front, and the house is very well presented, and overall very low maintenance. The lock-up car garage is two bay, and has plenty of room to move. For more information and an inspection contact Robert Owens at Sibi Girgenti Real Estate on 0497 700 139.

MAREEBA $392,500 Robert Owens Sibi Girgenti Real Estate 0497 700 139 or 4092 5566

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PROPERTY

Nest or invest

Safe family living at friendly Sunbird Estate LOCATED in the quiet town of Dimbulah is this quaint yet solid concrete block family home. Take a stroll down to the local stores, all within walking distance and the schools are nice and close also. The home features masses of living area with an extra-large lounge room and very spacious kitchen and dining. Containing four bedrooms all with built-in wardrobes with the master bedroom also featuring air-conditioning for extra comfort. All rooms are serviced by one main bathroom with a sepa-

rate toilet. Entertain on the massive undercover outdoor living area, the BBQ even has its own cooking quarters. There is a 5m x 5m steel shed plus a garden shed for all your maintenance tools or storage needs. Fully fenced on a 809m2 allotment with rear access via the lane way at the back of the property, you will rest easy knowing the little ones or pets can run free in the secure Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

yard. Currently rented for $310 per week this home would make a great investment for anyone looking to expand their property portfolio. For more information or to arrange an inspection of this Dimbulah home please contact exclusive agent Vince Costas at Central Realty Mareeba. Phone 0419 926 691 or 4092 2232.

DIMBULAH $270,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Vince Costas Central Realty Mareeba 0419 926 691 or 4092 2232

IMMACULATE three bedroom family home nestled in a quiet cul de sac position between great neighbours. The fully tiled, versatile floorplan offers two living areas, a crisp neutral colour scheme and all the factors you desire within an affordable price range. Features include: • Integrated kitchen secondliving area opening onto entertainment area • Master with split system air-conditioning, ensuite, his and hers Address: Price: Agent:

built-in robes • Modern kitchen with island bench/breakfast bar, pantry, stainless steel appliances • Tinted windows, security screens and curtains throughout • Fully fenced 800m2 allotment with 3m x 3m garden shed and automatic irrigation In such a family friendly location it’s the ideal home to raise your family or for retirees to live in a safe environment. Currently rented at $380 per week with great tenants in place

MAREEBA REDUCED $355,000 NEG Aurelia Rogato Rogato Real Estate 0418 183 555

Contact:

wanting to stay on. For further information or a private view-

ing please call marketing agent Aurelia Rogato on 0418 183 555.

Thinking of Selling?

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Live on the golf course OPEN HOME This Saturday 1pm-2pm

Just a few minutes to town and golf course on your side boundary and across the road, a very handy location if you are a golfer. Set in the middle of lawns and established easy care gardens is a low maintenance, extremely comfortable home, perfect for a couple. The location was too special to build the ordinary and this “one of” design allows maximum privacy for the owners

and comfort and privacy for guests with bedroom two and three with a share bathroom located at the opposite end of the house to the master suite. The master bedroom has verandah on two sides, full size bathroom/ ensuite, walk in robe and air conditioning. Formal and informal living areas, all handy to the centrally situated kitchen that also serves the very practical indoor/ outdoor entertaining

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area. If you don’t like flies and mossies this is the perfect set up for casual entertaining and BBQ-ing. Clever storage solutions ensures there will always be room for all those extras. There are many

VACANT ALLOTMENT • 1767M2 VACANT RESIDENTIAL ALLOTMENT • IN FAST DEVELOPING SUBDIVISION • EASY ACCESS TO CAIRNS & MINUTES TO CBD • MEDICAL CLINIC NEARBY

$145,000 4092 1556

7 Hort Street, Mareeba

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features you will like – screens, solar panels, two bay shed, green house and air conditioning. Visit the open house this Saturday, or call Karen at Area Real Estate on 0458 408 540.

Address: 58-62 Jessop Road, ATHERTON Price: $499,000 Agent: Karen Ranie Area Real Estate Contact: 0458 408 540

LIVE ON 3968m2 IN TOWN Ideal location NEXT DOOR TO THE GOLF COURSE and just a few minutes to the centre of town. Lowset clay brick with verandahs on 2 sides, mature trees for privacy and a large orchid house to stay with the property. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 living area, shed, gas hot water, solar panels, air conditioning.

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WEDDING

Armando & Clare

17th March, 2018 Congratulations on reaching this beautiful milestone. We are honoured to be at your side, and we wish you all the best in the next chapter of your lives! Lots of love from your Bridal Party: Silvano, Ben, Michael, Patrick, Micheal, Danielle, Rosa, Maree, Catherine & Louise.

THANK YOU

POSITION VACANT

The family of Ralph Timpone would like to thank family and friends for their condolence messages, their phone calls, those who visited Â&#x160;Â&#x2014;Â?ČąÂ&#x153;Â&#x17D;Â&#x2014;Â?ČąÄ&#x161;ČąÂ&#x2DC;Â Â&#x17D;Â&#x203A;Â&#x153;ČąÂ&#x160;Â&#x2014;Â?ČąÂ&#x152;Â&#x160;Â&#x203A;Â?Â&#x153;ČąÂ&#x2019;Â&#x2014;ČąÂ&#x2DC;Â&#x17E;Â&#x203A;ČąÂ?Â&#x2019;Â&#x2013;Â&#x17D;ČąÂ&#x2DC;Â?ČąÂ?Â&#x203A;Â&#x2019;Â&#x17D;Â?ÇŻ We would also like to thank Sandra at Â&#x160;Â&#x2039;Â&#x2022;Â&#x17D;Â&#x2022;Â&#x160;Â&#x2014;Â?Čą Â&#x2DC;Â&#x2013;Â&#x2013;Â&#x17E;Â&#x2014;Â&#x2019;Â?Â˘Čą Â&#x17E;Â&#x2014;Â&#x17D;Â&#x203A;Â&#x160;Â&#x2022;Â&#x153;ÇŻ Please accept this as our sincere thank you.

METAL FABRICATOR

IN MEMORIAM F

Domenico Strazzeri

FUNERAL NOTICE

12/03/2002 $_; YoÂ&#x2030;;uv Â&#x2030;; rŃ˛-1; Â&#x2020;rom Â&#x2039;oÂ&#x2020;u ]u-Â&#x2C6;;Äś -Â&#x2039; Â&#x2030;b|_;u -m7 7;1-Â&#x2039;Ä¸ Â&#x2020;| Ń˛oÂ&#x2C6;; =ou Â&#x2039;oÂ&#x2020; Â&#x2030;_o vŃ˛;;rv 0;m;-|_Äś )bŃ˛Ń˛ m;Â&#x2C6;;u =-7; -Â&#x2030;-Â&#x2039;Ä¸ Your loving wife, children and their families.

Rhonda Grace (Rono) CAMERON Late of Canberra, formerly of Mareeba. Passed away peacefully at home on the 25th of February 2018. Aged 67 years. Loved daughter of Ethel and Alfred Lane (both Dec). Much loved mother of Phillip, Jason, and Peta. Grandmother to Jahtovia and LeBron. Cherished sister & sister-in-law of Robyn & Calvin, Jacqueline (dec), Roley & Corrine and their families. All relatives and friends of the Cameron, Hooley, Best, Brim, Rodgers, Wyles and King families are warmly invited to attend a Funeral Service for Rhonda to be held at the Anglican Church, Mareeba on Friday 16th March 2018, commencing at 10am. At the conclusion of the service the cortege will then proceed to the Mareeba Cemetery.

IN MEMORY OF

Dr. David William Hughes 27.2.1938 ~ 17.3.2017 Deep in our hearts your memory is kept, We loved you too dearly to ever forget. Your loving wife Rhonda, Greg, Julianne, Justen, Jasmine and Jessica.

Turnkey Alliance Pty Ltd runs a mining project, located in north Queensland on Hodgkinson River. We are currently seeking an experienced Metal Fabricator to join our team. You will be responsible for fabricated steel structures, mechanical repairs and replacement of mechanical components whilst working in accordance with our procedures to ensure project targets are met. To be considered for this opportunity you must have signiďŹ cant experience in a similar role, hold relevant trade qualiďŹ cations, a current driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s licence and have the ability to work on mining site. 1. Interpret drawings and fabricate with precision 2. Fabricate steel parts by using ďŹ&#x201A;ame cutting, laser cutting, tube bending. 3. Fitting fabricated metal parts into products and assembling metal parts and subassemblies to produce machines and equipment. 4. Checking fabricated and assembled metal parts for accuracy, clearance and ďŹ t using precision measuring instruments. 5. Build and repair steel, stainless steel and aluminum metals structures 6. Knowledge of welding processes and industrial applications such as spot welding, projection welding, gas welding, gas metal arc welding 7. Conduct workshop maintenance including diagnosing mechanical faults, overhauling, repairing mechanical parts in mobile plant equipment. 8. Repairing or replacing worn or defective parts, and reassembling mechanical components. 9. Diagnosing and repairing machines/equipment in both a workshop and ďŹ eld environment. 10. Maintain company mining machinery which consists of Hengchuan centrifugal concentrator, shaking bed, gold washing bed. 11. Ensure safe working practices and good housekeeping. 12. Good analytical ability & communication skills 13. 3 years minimum industry experience, including fabrication experience 14. Day and night shifts

Please forward all resumes to Email: turnkey.alliance@yahoo.com

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Margaret HARRIES Late of Atherton, formerly of Mareeba. Passed away peacefully at home on the 6th of March 2018. Aged 70 years. Dearly loved and special mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great grandmother of Dougie, Michael, Sarina, Noelita, Sylvia and Peter. Much loved sister of May, Lillian, Coral (Dec.) and all their families. Family and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service for Margaret to be held at the Graveside of the Mareeba Lawn Cemetery on THURSDAY 15th MARCH 2018, commencing at 10:30am.

Guilfoyle Funeral Services Chapels, Crematorium & Memorial Gardens

Atherton: 4091 2147 Mareeba: 4092 1013 Local Family Owned & â&#x20AC;&#x153;Entrusted for over 65 yearsâ&#x20AC;?

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CHURCH NOTICE

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WANTED - V8 Ford parts. Engines, gearboxes etc. Ph 0429 798 575.

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HORSE CARE HORSE shoeing and trimming, Farrier. Ph Kris on 0429 062 222.

Presbyterians continue to meet in Mareeba for worship each Sunday 10am, QCWA Hall, Wilkes Street (behind Meals on Wheels) ~ All Welcome! MILINI: Carolina Maree (Carol) Late of Mareeba. Passed away after a long battle on the 8th of March, 2018. Aged 73 years. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Mark, Matthew and Angie. Loving sister, sister-in-law and aunt of Andrew, Richo, Della, Baby Carolina (Dec.), Mario, Gloria, Robert, Judith, David (Dec.) and their families. Relatives and friends of Carolina are respectfully invited to attend her Cremation Service which is to be held at the Guilfoyleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mountain View Chapel, 3 Nasser Road, Atherton on Friday 16th of March, 2018 commencing at 1.00pm.

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JEWELLER BRETT Thompson Jeweller. Watch batteries and jewellery repairs now in Cairns. Ph 0437 800 892.

RAFLLE RESULTS MERCEDES BENZ 15 SEATER BUS 2004 turbo diesel manual, very good condition. PRICE: $15,500 Enquiries: 4092 6888 or 0477 787 387

MAREEBA LIONESS TEAL RAFFLE Draw 24-2-18 1st: Carol Bochow 2nd: Jodie Bell 3rd: Sasha Reid Thank you for your support!

fax us: 4092 6346

PUBLIC NOTICE Amaroo Health Centre

10 Karobean Drive (off Hastie Rd)

Now providing Bulk Billed GP Services on MONDAY ONLY to:

â&#x20AC;˘ Pensioners & Health Care Card Holders with a current Medicare Card â&#x20AC;˘ Children aged under 16

PHONE 4092 5082 FOR APPOINTMENTS

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MASSAGE 35 MASON ST, MAREEBA Relief of STRESS â&#x20AC;˘ Back and Neck â&#x20AC;˘ Bronchitis â&#x20AC;˘ Sinus â&#x20AC;˘ Muscular problems

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Malanda RSL GOT something you would like to sell? Let us help. Phone us today on 4092 3464 or call into our office at 186 Byrnes Street, Mareeba.

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17th March 9.00am At the Club

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MAREEBA SHIRE COUNCIL APPROVED INSPECTION PROGRAM - DOGS LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 2009 & ANIMAL MANAGEMENT (CATS & DOGS) ACT 2008 In accordance with section 133 of the Local Government Act 2009 and section 113 of the Animal Management (Cats & Dogs) Act 2008 Mareeba Shire Council resolved at its meeting on 21 February 2018 that a selective approved inspection program will be carried out on properties within Mareeba Shire, to monitor compliance with the registration requirements of the Animal Management Act 2008 and compliance with the provisions of Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Local Law No. 2 Animal Management regarding the provision that owners must provide a proper enclosure to prevent their dogs from wandering. Purpose and Scope of Programs To ensure that all dogs over the age of 12 weeks are registered in accordance with the Animal Management (Cats & Dogs) Act 2008 and that the owners of dogs have a proper enclosure that prevents their dog(s) from escaping from their SURSHUW\ &RXQFLOÂˇV $XWKRULVHG 2IĂ&#x20AC;FHUV ZLOO EH YLVLWLQJ homes between the hours of 6.00am and 6.00pm Monday to Sunday, with the majority of inspections to be carried out during normal working hours, or at such time depending on the circumstances of the householder. The programs will run for a period of three months. Program Times 1. The selective inspection program for compliance with the registration requirements of the section 46 of the Animal Management (Cats & Dogs) Act 2008 will commence on 1 April 2018 and end on 30 June 2018. 2. The selective inspection program for compliance with section 14 of Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Local Law No. 2 Animal Management 2011 - duty to provide proper enclosure and prevent the animal from wandering will commence on 1 April 2018 and end on 30 June 2018. Properties to be Inspected Properties that may be inspected include properties in the town of Mareeba and surrounds. Access to Resolution and Program The public may inspect a copy of Councils resolution DQG WKH SURJUDP DW &RXQFLOV RIĂ&#x20AC;FH XQWLO WKH HQG of the program. These documents will also be available to view on Councils website www.msc. qld. gov.au until the end of the program. Peter Franks &KLHI ([HFXWLYH 2IĂ&#x20AC;FHU PO Box 154, MAREEBA, QLD. 4880

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First race day of the year THE countdown is on to the first race day of the year. Racegoers are invited to join in as Mareeba Turf Club celebrates the start of the racing year. After a three month break the iconic turf club will come alive with racing, fashions and heaps of fun. On track the day will feature five races with

$7500 in prize money up for grabs in each race. Off track there will be heaps to keep racegoers entertained. The popular fashions on the field will be held between races two and three and there will be live music all afternoon. As an added race day bonus and bit fun racegoers will have the chance to win the $500 lucky gate

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prize up for grabs, the $300 Lucky Book, plus 4 x $50 Bet Vouchers – all to be won on March 24. Gates open At 11am, with the first of five races to start at 1pm. Come along for a full day of thoroughbred racing and off track entertainment. To book a marquee for the day call the Mareeba Turf Club on 4092 1167.

Mackay, Myrteza showdown ends in Bulls over Barras By Liam Daly

JEREMY Mackay announced his return to the Mareeba Basketball Association, leading the Bulls to a 99-71 scoreline in a shootout-victory over the Barras on Thursday night. In a match that saw 28 triples fall, the Bulls prevailed on the back of the performance of Mackay, who led all scorers with 38 points, including six threepoint makes, in his comeback match. Prodigious Barras’ talent Zayd Myrteza set the pace early, knocking down his side’s first 11 on his way to 31 points with nine three pointers for the night. Myrteza’s early fourfrom-four barrage only served as contagion for the Bulls’ marksmen, with stalwarts Ricaydon Wason and

Jerome Gully joining Mackay in catching fire soon after. While Mackay stole the show and Myrteza solidified his title as the Mareeba’s best junior prospect, the big men for both sides laid the platform for their guards to shine. Dereck Garner and Tommy Harvey were strong inside, boxing out staunchly for the Barras, while Giuseppe Aloia and David McGrath held strong for the Bulls. In his second outing for the season, versatile Barras recruit Tyson Tatti again proved his calibre, collecting a team-high 35 points, all while orchestrating the defence against an array of former teammates. Myrteza’s merciless first-quarter efforts were enough to take the Barras to the first break in the

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lead, but from that point the Bulls went into every change ahead, gradually asserting their dominance and reminding rivals why their core squad finished 2nd in the minor premiership in 2017. The victorious Bulls were aided by strong and active minutes from their high school bench. Shaun Stephens showed nous beyond his experience, distributing and hitting the shots that mattered. Creflo Morris was equally reliable when called upon. Meanwhile, in a grandfinal rematch, the Red Devils exacted revenge on the Stingrays, taking a 47-15 win, in a lower-scoring but higher-acumen show down. Club President and Stingrays stalwart Brendan Ebner was philosophical in defeat. “It was a close first

quarter until the Devils found some open perimeter shots,” he said “(The Devils) disposed of us in the middle quarters. But our young Rays line-up didn’t roll over in the fourth, and that shows character.” The Stingrays, champions in the 2017 summer season, continue to prove their resilience, as they battle to defend their title without the services of Jake Priestly, Dean Gallo and Declan Ebner, who have all crossed the court to the upstart all-school side, Highlanders. The Highlanders scored well over 100 points which is pretty impressive with a running clock. Earlier, The Brick Squad cruised to the top of the u18s ladder, comfortably accounting for The OGs in a 45-25 canter. Zayd Myrteza led all

Priesley hard to the ring against an imposing D. Turner.

scorers with 25, combining long-range precision and aerial ability when capitalising on outlet passes. David Boyle turned in his strongest performance

of the season, contributing on both ends of the court as the Brick Squad reached a new level of team cohesion. The Squad’s ball-movement and abundance of

scoring options was too much for The OGs, despite the best efforts of Dean Gallo and Zac Myrteza, and some soft-touch scoring from Wynter Brooks.

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ATHERTON CRICKET GRAND FINAL C R I CK E T FA R N O R T H â&#x20AC;&#x201C; M A R C H 17 T H , 18T H A N D M A R C H 24T H , 25T H

Luke Parnell

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Coach Ken Shanahan

SHANE KNUTH Member for HILL My congratulations to the Atherton First Grade Cricket Team on making the Cricket Far North two day Grand Final. A credit to all involved!

First Grade confident going into Grand Final By Rebecca Wallis

COACH Ken Shanahan is full of confidence taking Athertonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first grade team into Cricket Far Northâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Grand Final this weekend. It will be the second time in the past few years that the team have come face to face with Mulgrave in a Grand Final â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the last time they were defeated,

not that Coach Shanahan is concerned that history will repeat itself this weekend. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a really good team,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They just needed to believe in themselves and they do now. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re performing very well at the moment. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think anyone can touch us.â&#x20AC;? Atherton have been on fire all season celebrating

their 30th anniversary year in style. This year theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve already won the One Day and T20 titles and this weekend are going for the treble hoping to clinch the two day Grand Final that will run over two consecutive weekends at Fuller Park in Cairns. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re the only country town team left in the

tournament. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think Atherton has thrived because it has a very good junior base,â&#x20AC;? said Shanahan. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a strong side.â&#x20AC;? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been over 10 years since the club last won a two day Grand Final so the team are hoping for strong side-line support for what is sure to be a nail-biting finish.

U14s in Grand Finals

JOHN COLE TOYOTA are proud to sponsor the Atherton First Grade Cricket Team The Under 14 Atherton side have also advanced to Grand Final this weekend.

THE Atherton U14 cricket side advanced to the Cricket Far North grand final after overcoming Rovers in a rain-affected match in Cairns at the weekend. They will now play United Blue in a two-day grand final this weekend.

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SEVENTEEN-year-old cricketer Chris Adams has been selected to represent Queensland in the Under-19 Open Schoolboys Team. The Mareeba State High School student plays for Atherton in their first grade team and is hoping to help them to victory this weekend in the two-day Grand Final. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not the first time that the opening batsman has played for the State, having previously been picked for the Under-12s team. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the only player from the far north chosen this year for the Under-19s team. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good team sport,â&#x20AC;? said Chris, who has been playing since he was 10 years old. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good being around the boys and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a fun game.â&#x20AC;? Queensland will play NSW in the Under-19s comp and the team will get together in September for training before the national titles. It will be Chrisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; final time playing for the State in schoolboys and after focusing on his plumbing apprenticeship at the end of Year 12 he says he might consider a career in the sport.

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Bowls Club takes out top awards THE Mossman Memorial Bowls Club Inc last night took out five prestigious Keno & Clubs Queensland Awards for Excellence. Over 1000 guests from across the State attended the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre to see the Mossman Memorial Bowls Club Inc take home multiple awards, including: Best Bowls Club (Small); Best Community Services by a Licensed Club (Small); Best Social Club (Small); Best Club in a Rural Community, and; Best Club Far North Queensland. Located in the heart of a small regional community, Mossman Memorial Bowls Club prides itself on being a premier bowling facility. The club is committed to supporting and promoting the sport of bowls while offering affordable membership and great quality food in an enjoyable, friendly environment. Clubs Queensland Chief Executive Officer, Doug Flockhart, congratu-

lated the Mossman Memorial Bowls Club Inc on their multiple awards success. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This truly is one of the great small clubs in rural Queensland and it punches well above its weight in terms of helping Mossman and surrounding local communities,â&#x20AC;? Mr Flockhart said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They offer superior bowling and social facilities for their members and guests and are an integral part of the local community. While there is an overly simplistic view of clubs as just liquor and gaming venues, the Mossman Bowls Club is a great example of a hub for social interaction and community engagement.â&#x20AC;? Mr Flockhart also thanked Mullins Lawyers, Club Training Australia, XXXX, Rydges and SG Gaming for sponsoring the respective awards. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our generous sponsors help make the Keno & Clubs Queensland Awards a premier event.â&#x20AC;?

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