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melting pot of different nationalities was on display when the Mareeba Multicultural Festival burst into life, on Saturday. Festival goers flocked to Arnold Park to take part in the event, which featured dancing, music and food. South American dance troupe Ritmos De Mi Tierra (pictured) thrilled the crowd with their lively music and spirited Latina dance moves. For more on the Mareeba Multicultural Festival, turn to pages 4 and 5. Photo by Peter Roy.
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HE medical use of cannabis will be pushed onto the federal agenda when Leichhardt Member Warren Entsch introduces a bill into parliament, but the medical profession wants more information before cannabis is used for treatment. Mr Entsch, an LNP backbencher, is drafting a bill that would allow for people with cancer, epilepsy and multiple sclerosis to access cannabis oil for treatment. He said there were numerous examples of the positive effects of cannabis oil
diately after treatment.” Mr Entsch emphasised that he was in no way condoning recreational use of cannabis and that cannabis oil did not provide a high in the way that smoking cannabis does. He said arguments against the medical use of cannabis oil because it might lead to addiction should also take into consideration the medical use of morphine, codeine and endones, substances which are known to have addictive qualities and are used in medical treatment. Mr Entsch said the bill aimed to provide a national solution for people who require cannabis
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Readers join forces at club By Katherine Kokkonen
YOUNGSTERS who share a love of the written word now have their very own club. The first meeting of The Mareeba Junior Readers and Writers club saw five like-minded kids come together, on Friday. Surrounded by some of their favourite books at the Mareeba Library, the kids discussed their plans for the club. Members will meet every Friday afternoon to talk about their favourite authors, bring in stories they have written and
work on craft projects inspired by books. Club leader Judah Thomas enjoys writing daily and is an avid reader. Judah, 13, said books are great for providing an escape from everyday life. “I just love to read and I think it’s fun,” she said. “You can live as somebody else and see the world through somebody else’s eyes.” New members are always welcome and receive a Golden Ticket bookmark on joining. For more information, contact the Mareeba Library.
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tition, winning both first and second place. Friendly rivalry saw the top teams battle it out with only one point separating them at the end. Year 9 student Tristan Burford-Baynes knew what he was in for at the Reader’s Cup, having competed in previous years. He said he enjoyed the atmosphere at the Reader’s Cup and liked how it was fun but also competitive. Nevertheless, when it came to competition day, Tristan admitted it was still daunting going up against the other students. “All the posh schools are there and you know it is going to be hard because they’ve been training and training,” he said. “They were there with their teacher’s drilling them and we just didn’t know what to do, really.” The team will be hard at work, ahead of the state finals with another five books to read and analyse before The Mareeba State High School Reader’s Cup team, Jessica Heggie, Maddison Ryan, Bradley Newlands and the quiz. Tristan Burford-Baynes (missing team member Isobel Johnson) will be hitting the books. “The questions will be of higher difficulty and we will gion converged at Malanda State High School for the By Katherine Kokkonen have to interpret more,” Tristan said. Reader’s Cup Far North Queensland Regional FiThe team will compete at the State Reader’s Cup ATTENTION to detail and sharp minds will see a nals. The competition involved the students reading final, which is held during the Brisbane Writers FesMareeba State High School team compete at the a selection of books and then answering questions tival. They will also have the opportunity to take part in the Wordplay program, where they will get to during the competition. State Reader’s Cup final, this week. Mareeba State High School took out the compe- meet published authors. More than 20 teams from around the Cairns Re-
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Council scrubs out graffiti By Katherine Kokkonen
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UNSIGHTLY graffiti will hopefully be a thing of past as Mareeba Shire Council (MSC) works to keep the town beautiful. The State Government has given the MSC $7,830 towards the council’s graffiti removal and prevention activities. Mayor Tom Gilmore said graffiti was a sporadic issue for council and that he wanted to help create an environment where people felt proud to live in Mareeba “From time to time young people get overly enthusiastic with the idea that they might leave a mark on society by painting it,” he said. “I think that that is really sad and what we try to do is that every time we find a bit of graffiti we eliminate it immediately.” MSC and Youth Justice have partnered to run the GraffitiSTOP program, which sees offenders clean up their own graffiti. The program aims to show young offenders the repercussions of committing vandalism. So far, eight kids have taken part in the program with the majority not going on to reoffend. “This gives them a consequence to their ac-
tion—they then clean-up what damage they’ve paint or with anything else that gives us, or done to the community,” Mayor Gilmore said. visitors, a bad feeling,” he said. As well as removing existing graffiti, MayMSC also hopes to establish an Art House or Gilmore said council was looking at inno- to provide kids with an artistic outlet. vative ways to discourage graffiti from occurring in the first place. He highlighted the toilet block at Arnold Park as an example of a building that has not been the target of vandals because of the way it has been painted. “It has been painted in an indigenous motif, organised through our council, and so the young people had an opportunity to express themTHIS WEEK’S SPECIALS... selves,” he said. > Lamb Loin Chops....................................$17.99 KG “It becomes theirs and they have > Lamb Legs ................................................$9.99 KG ownership. There is then no need for > Pork Loin Chops .....................................$13.99 KG graffiti because they won’t paint over > Beef Sausages..........................................$8.99 KG their own work.” > Pork Sausages..........................................$9.99 KG Mayor Gilmore said a similar > Italian Sausages .....................................$12.99 KG approach might be used for a toilet Winners of “Best Beef Sausage - Sausage King” from Mackay up! block in Yumba. He said MSC will work to ensure Mareeba looked like Phone: 4092 2564 • Fax: 4092 2953 somebody loved it. MAREEBA PLAZA SHOPPING CENTRE “We can’t have people trashing OPEN MONDAY - SATURDAY our town either with rubbish or with
Fight for medical use of Cannabis FROM P1 is a matter for politicians, the possible use and administration of the drug has caused concern among doctors. Australian Medical Association Vice President Dr Stephen Parnis said more information was needed before doctors would be happy to use and prescribe the drug. Dr Parnis urged for more trials exploring both the potential benefits and harm of using cannabis for treatment. “I’m not ruling anything in or out, but there has to be appropriate levels of safety and as little harm as possible,” he said. “The bottom line is more work needs to be done before we can go one way or another. Good evidence
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Festival showcases Mareeba’s melting pot By Katherine Kokkonen MAREEBA Multicultural Festival went off with a bang with everything from spicy food to graceful dancers and rhythmic music at Arnold Park. Fine weather descended on the festival, which celebrated its 16th year on Saturday. Festival Committee Chairman Giuliano Cordenos couldn’t have been happier with how the day went. “It’s magnificent—the weather is good, the people are good
and they enjoy everything,” he said. Mayor Tom Gilmore said the festival was a great feel good exercise for Mareeba and showcased the town’s cultural harmony. “We are a potpourri of culture that has been growing now since white settlement because of the nature of the place,” he said. “They have all become part of who we are. The people here feel good about themselves and feel good about the community.”
Left: Najet Elshaikh Dancers thrill the audience with belly dancing. Right: Tango Craze brings passion and beauty to the stage. Below: The Serbian Cultural Group. Photos by Peter Roy Below: Lennon McIntyre from Edeilweiss, Kuljit Singh from PunjabiBhangra, Paul Garong from Morobe Cultural Group and Gurminder Singh from PunjabiBhangra.
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nerves he liked having the opportunity to express his feelings. “It was scary looking at all the people there,” he said. Fellow St Thomas student Kyrah Johnston, 12, presented a speech on the importance of environmental sustainability. She had a good tip for those wanting to be better public speakers. “Speak with passion,” she said. “Don’t just say it because you know it—say it because you mean it.” St Thomas Principal Rita Petersen was impressed by all of the students and picked up pointers from the speakers. “For 12-year-old students to get in front of 80 people and present how they did—look, I’m in awe,” she said. “I get nervous when I have to stand up in front of a crowd, so I think they did exceptionally well.”
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Meals on Wheels tees off fundraiser Legacy lives on By Katherine Kokkonen
Meals on Wheels treasurer John Lambourne and Vice President Trish Goldfinch with Bendigo Bank assistant secretary Diana Pregl look forward to teeing off at the Golf Day.
THE time has come to break out the golf clubs for a worthy cause. Meals on Wheels has teamed up with Bendigo Bank to host a four ball Ambrose, later this month, to raise funds for a new vehicle. Meals on Wheels services more than 35 people, ranging from the elderly to those with disabilities, in Mareeba. The service provides healthy meals for only $8 and makes up to 150 meals every week. “Some of the vulnerable in the community don’t have family to cook for them or they can’t cook for themselves or they don’t have access to the supermarket and this really fills that
gap,” Meals on Wheels Vice President Trish Goldfinch said. Treasurer John Lambourne said a new vehicle would help Meals on Wheels operate more efficiently. To register for the Meals on Wheels Mareeba Golf Day head to your local Bendigo Bank branch or contact Diana Pregl on 0414 429 420. Entry is $100 per team and the day tees of at 9am on Friday, September 19 with the competition to be followed by a BBQ lunch. Meals on Wheels will have an AGM, later in this month, and are keen for new committee members to join. “It’s important to give back to the community and share your skills,” Ms Goldfinch said.
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Strengthening link By Katherine Kokkonen MAREEBA State High School students received unexpected kudos after attending the FNQ Engineering Link Project at James Cook University. Engineers were so impressed by the students’ intellectual abilities, creativeness and positive attitude that The Engineering Link Group director Paul Richards wrote a letter to the school. He described the students as best they had ever had in the project, no mean feat considering the project has been running across Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria since 1994.
Correction to previous story The story “Employee stole thousands� Employee stole thousands on page 3, on August 27, stated that Selena Carabot had paid for the funeral costs for Pamela Groundwater’s father. She had in fact only paid part of the funeral costs. Article that appearedNon ORTHERN AUTO E LECTRICAL August 27. By Katherine Kokkonen
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A SENSE of betrayal and disappointment haunts a small business owner, after a former employee stole tens of thousands of dollars from her business. MPM owner Selena Carabot wanted to remind business owners to be vigilant after an employee, who had worked for her for almost three years, betrayed her trust. Ex-employee Pamela Lyn Groundwater pleaded guilty to eight
charges at the Mareeba Magistrates Court, on July 17. She was sentenced to 30 months imprisonment, to be released after serving three months, and was ordered to pay more than $37,000 in compensation. Ms Groundwater was the senior property manager and licensed accounts department manager. Despite the business’s accounts being regularly audited through a reputable accountancy firm, Ms Groundwater’s deception
remained undetected until another employee returned to work and discovered discrepancies in the accounts. Once the discrepancies had been detected, Ms Groundwater’s illegal acts intensified. Police investigated her for ten months and found she had been stealing money from the trust account. “It is a timely reminder for small business owners to be more vigilant,� Ms Carabot said. Over Ms Groundwater’s time at
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By Katherine Kokkonen FROM orchids to hibiscus, the quality at this year’s Mareeba PCYC Flower Show was blooming terrific on the weekend. Mareeba PCYC Branch Manager Mary-Anne West said they had received glowing comments on how amazing the flowers were. “The florist who judged it said the quality was beautiful and there were perfect specimens there,� she said. Ms West put the lower number of entries this year down to the weather and said gardeners had told her flowers, especially roses, had not come out yet due to the cold. The Flower Show raised funds for the PCYC main kitchen renovation, which is in a heritage-listed building. Ms West was touched by the generosity of the community, when most of the prizewinners donated their money back to the PCYC. Organisers have already turned their attention to next
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Mareeba PCYC Branch Manager Mary-Anne West and Brach Administration Officer Karri Holmes check out the magnificent flowers at the show. year’s show and hope to organise to have plant vendors take part. “We’re hoping next year it will be bigger and better,� Ms West said.
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MAREEBA SAWMILLS
Did you know that Mareeba has had 3 sawmills? The first was The Chillagoe Mines Co. Ltd Sawmills, built in approx 1904, and managed by Walter Jamieson. It’s probable that this sawmill only supplied timber for the Mining Company’s own purposes.
In 1905, Walter Jamieson built his own sawmill on the western side of the Keeble Street railway crossing. The sawdust from the mill was dumped in Basalt Gully where the local youngsters had fun sliding down the sawdust hills. A young man by the name of Alec Lawson was in charge of construction of Jamieson’s Mill. When construction was complete in 1907, Alec told his boss he wanted to build his own mill. Mr Jamieson was satisfied there was enough business for another mill and actually assisted Alec to build his sawmill. Alec’s sons eventually took over the running of the mill, until the mill was sold to Foxwood Pty Ltd in 1968. The Jamieson mill ran until closure in 1938.
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First aid for the mind By Katherine Kokkonen
GET in quick for the final chance of the year in a mental health first aid course. Following on from the success of previous mental health first aid courses, another two-day course will be run in early November. Disability Support Worker Venera La Spina attended the course in August out of professional and personal interest. She found the course extremely informative and encouraged others to participate. Ms La Spina said the course catered for people of different backgrounds, interests and professions. “If anything it shows that it is applicable to everyone in society, we have courses that teach us how to stop bleeding, but we also need to be able to understand when people are struggling with life and
anxiety,” she said. “Society’s thing is that people with mental illness shouldn’t be out in the public, but really we should understand them and support them. This is about the reapproach and trying to get that connection back—understanding them and helping them to get the tools for help.” Ms La Spina said she used the information the course gave her in everyday life and would even sign-up for the course again to refresh her skills. “I walked away from the course with better tools and understanding,” she said. “You can never have enough knowledge or understanding of other people and that’s what makes us good people.” For more information or to register for the course, contact Mary Stefanutti on 4092 9311.
Among the practical tips given to participants was the use of the acronym ALGEE, which can be used if you think somebody you know is struggling.
A – approach, assess and assist with any crises L – listen non-judgementally G – give support and information E – encourage appropriate professional help E – encourage other support
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The Mareeba Theatre Group played to packed audiences for their midyear show A Night of Comedy. More than 250 people packed the theatre groups hall looking for a barrel of laughs and that’s exactly what they got. Numerous comedy skits, including favourites like ‘My Big Deck”, had the audiences rolling in the aisles. The night also featured the return of the famous Nick and Shaz from last year’s wedding. “Comedy is not a science, its art”. According to Director Ida Portella, “Comedy has no rules it can be very subjective, what one
person finds funny the other may cringe at”. “It was the first time we used our new hall and I think that the audience had a great time”. “It was a collection of sketches that we collected, some written by popular comedians, playwrights and others and from our cast members including Michael Bryce who wrote and directed “Tech Support” she said. “I appreciate the time and effort the cast put in and all the back stage crew, without them there would be no show”. The Mareeba Theatre Groups next production will be in December where they will have a six night program for theatre lovers.
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Above and below: Members of the cast from Mareeba Theatre Groups ‘A Night of Comedy’
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There is an excellent new movie at The Rising Sun Cinema this week – LUCY, starring Scarlett Johansson and Morgan Freeman. A sci-fi film that is very different and very entertaining, and what's more, it's been a huge box office success. Read the review and you'll see what we mean . Continuing for a second great week are the delightful HUNDRED FOOT JOURNEY, with Helen Mirren and THE EXPENDABLES 3, the all action flic with a host of top stars, providing a feast of adrenalin pumping entertainment.
To help make Relay For Life even more interactive, we have also launched a new national website (www.relayforlife.org.au), designed to make participating in Relay simple, social and mobile. The new site assists teams with fundraising efforts, enabling viewers to set and track goals, personalise their profiles and lastly, tap into their social networks to raise funds for Cancer Council Queensland. The new website is a great platform for fundraising, and will help us spread a message of hope throughout our community. With your help we can paint Facebook, Instagram and Twitter the official colour of purple and show our support and love to those who have been impacted by cancer in some way.
Review by Louise Keller: It might be too bizarre for some, but Luc Besson's high concept exploration of the meaning of life as it deals with the human brain and its capacity, is wildly fascinating and blatantly sensational. Impossible to categorize, it's a crime thriller cum sci-fi roller coaster, in which time is life's unit of measure. Pushing boundaries while exploring unfathomable notions of what might happen if we could utilise all instead of 10% of the brain's capacity, the result is an audacious film that stimulates and tantalises both visually and intellectually. Besson's film is quite a trip: a potent mix of action and scientific mind-games with Scarlett Johansson's beautiful features in focus throughout (she plays an innocent who becomes an unwilling participant in a heavy duty drug smuggling operation). After a brief prelude depicting imagery of single and reproducing cells, we are thrown headlong into the dark story, when Lucy (Johansson) is forced to deliver a briefcase with unknown contents to a stranger in Taiwan. The juxtaposition of images of predatory animals
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With its drug mule themes and central plot line involving powerful synthetic crystals that increase the brain's capacity, the narrative explodes on screen with Lucy both prey and predator. Johansson is fabulous and totally credible as the shapely young woman who evolves into a warrior with heightened senses, strength, no pain, fear or desire and an increasing ability to control herself, others and external forces. Watch out for the thrilling Paris car chase that begins in Place Vendome, continuing along the Seine with Lucy at the wheel. The shoot outs and innovative way that Lucy handles her foes as she makes them unable to move or fall asleep at will, is highly entertaining. By the time Lucy and Professor Norman connect, we are ready for anything and the visuals, including iridescent streamers floating from the sky and squirming, gigantic black worms representing energy force, are effective. Needless to say, the special effects are mind-blowing. Also effective is the use of music to accentuate the drama and incongruity throughout. A considerable leap of faith is required to tag along with Besson's imaginative train of thought, but the rewards are tangible. If it's intellectual stimulation you are after, chances are you will find it here. Besides, there's plenty to talk about.
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Following the violent attack that burnt down their restaurant, an Indian family moves to rural France and opens an eatery across the road from a Michelin-starred French restaurant run by Madame Mallory (Helen Mirren).
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A assignment to stop a powerful weapon from falling into the wrong hands ends in a shocking turn of events for Barney Ross (Sylvester Stallone) and his crack team of mercenaries, known as The Expendables. They discover that the ruthless arms dealer they are pursuing is none other than Conrad Stonebanks (Mel Gibson), Barney's former partner and Expendables' co-founder, and a man he thought he had killed more than a decade earlier. Classic old-school tactics meet high-tech expertise as the combined teams battle to survive an epic onslaught by Stonebanks' militia.
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in their natural habitat as Lucy (wearing animal print, of course) enters the building to meet the man with blood-soaked hands, is most effective. There are also interspersed scenes of Morgan Freeman's Professor Norman lecturing students about the brain, its capacity and mystery.
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BEST 2 Industrial Park Blocks in Mareeba CHEAPEST 2 Industrial Park Blocks in Mareeba Featuring: • Beautiful timber work throughout the home • Polished floors, wood heater • 3 bedrooms plus loft
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Unfortunately the owner is forced to sell her home, so here is an opportunity to own this property only minutes from Tolga, located in a quiet close.
Deborah Godfrey 0408 449 808 deborah.godfrey@yahoo.com.au PAGE 14 The Express, Wednesday, September 3, 2014
Thora Cleland Drive
Gowan Street
Take advantage of owning this unique timber home built by well known and respected Tableland builder John Nott...
3 street access Total area of 4226m2 Current replacement is $65 per sq metre = $275,240 + GST...
Effley Street
AUCTION: 6Th sePTeMBer, 11AM ON sITe
OWNERS PRICE NOW ONLY $255,000 + GST Phone the owners on 0448 921 957 or 0413 889 759, or your preferred agent today www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au
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THIS home is of concrete block conPriced at $290,000 negotiable struction with cement rendered in- come and inspect at the open house ternal walls and features three bed- on Wednesday July 2 and Thursday rooms, spacious open plan living July 3 between 12noon and 1pm at area, built-in cupboard in the hallway, 101 Walsh Street, Mareeba. covered timber floors throughout, front patio, downstairs laundry, one Contact exclusive agent Mareeba bathroom, one toilet, a single carport, Real Estate Agencies on 4092 1556 rainwater tank and a garden shed all or 0427 153 868. Email mrea4880@ on a 658m2 allotment. qld.chariot.net.au This home is also in walking distance to the Address: 101 Walsh Street, Mareeba hospital, ambulance, Price: $290,000 NEG church, mosque, school, Agent: Mareeba Real Estate Agencies medical clinic and a Contact: 4092 1556 good night out as well. Lyn 0427 153 868 This close to the town amenities are a bonus.
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Can you find a house like this so close to the CBD?
Perfect oPPortunity!
One blOck, multiple OptiOns!
Whether you are looking to kick off your property portfolio or looking to get out of the rent race and move in to start your own piece of real estate, this great two bedroom unit only seconds to Coles and the main street offers plenty of opportunity for the first home buyer or investor. • 2 bedrooms • Solid concrete block • Large open plan living • Separate large laundry • Fully fenced exclusive outside area • Currently renting for $240 per week Price: $189,000 Neg Contact: Exclusive Agent Alex Srhoj on 0403 343 692
Your wait is over, this 5 acre property only minutes from the main street of Mareeba is equipped with everything you need for now and the future! • 2 bedroom fully lined liveable shed • 2 separate fully fenced paddocks • Plenty of feed and water for horses • Only 5 minutes to CBD • Quiet country living at its best For the lifestyle searcher, this is your home among the gumtrees! Only minutes from town, but quiet enough to think you are miles away from civilisation. Price: $339,000 Neg Contact: Exclusive Agent Alex Srhoj on 0403 343 692
www.raywhiteruralmareeba.com.au/qld/mareeba/1183897
www.raywhiteruralmareeba.com.au/qld/mareeba/1181435
Dream BIG!
4092 5255 DecaDence... MeDiterranean Style!
Family home with double corner block
Dream big without the big cheque book. Appealing to the home owner and investors alike, just a stone’s throw away from the CBD, this home offers both convenience and comfortable living. Well maintained and offering large family living, you will be impressed with what this home has to offer positioned on a double block. Enjoy polished timber floors with spacious living areas and an impressive King size master bedroom, this home has been built on a large scale. Features Include: • Three bedrooms plus office, two toilets • Separate living area • Carport • BBQ Area • Rear Access • Fully Fenced • Garden Shed • Double Block You can afford to have big dreams. This home will accommodate it. An impressive package for all the family while still being affordable. Bring your cheque book to the inspection, these homes sell quickly. For more information or to arrange a private inspection please call Exclusive Marketing Agent Aurelia Rogato 0418 183 555. 4880.com. au/1P1111 Address: Price: Agent: Contact:
Mareeba $345,000 NEG Aurelia Rogato Rogato Bros Real Estate 4092 5255 or 0418 183 555
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PROPERTY MAREEBA REAL ESTATE AGENCIES HIGHSET HOME IN CENTRAL POSITION • 3 BEDROOM TIMBER HOME ON STEEL POSTS • SPACIOUS LIVING • FRONT AND REAR PATIOS • FOUR VEHICLE PARKING AND STORAGE SPACE • 759M2 ALLOTMENT $315,000 (SEE H264 ON WEBSITE)
4092 1556
7 Hort Street, Mareeba
www.mareeba4880realestate.com.au
ALTITUDE REALTY MAREEBA 4092 4100
Solid investment There are not many brick veneer homes in town so this is an opportunity one should not miss. Three bedroom, solid home close to primary schools and town centre. Extra large block backing onto school grounds and vacant land on one side, so plenty of undisturbed views from the timber deck at the back of the house. The bathroom has been recently renovated and there is a new stove in the kitchen. Good tenant in place that is due for renewal in December. Be quick to secure this one. Contact Elizabeth Bors at Altitude Realty Mareeba on 4092 4100 or 0437 921 648. www.altituderealtymareeba.com.au
NEW LISTING • Acreage • Highway Frontage • River Frontage • Edge Of Town • 400 Lime Trees • Future Potential
Address: Price: Agent: Contact:
www.altituderealtymareeba.com.au altitudemareeba@aapt.net.au
107-111 BYRNES ST
OPEN
Quill Street, MAREEBA $310,000 Elizabeth Bors Altitude Realty Mareeba 0437 921 648 or 4092 4100
Best value for money property on the market Ticks ALL the
SUNDAY BOXES!
AGENT ONSITE THIS SUNDAY 10AM12NOON
1 Acre Blocks Beautiful Rural Setting Close to Town & Schools Bore on each block Town Water Good Drainage Great Soil
LAND STARTS AT $140,000
ALTITUDE
REALTY MAREEBA
PHONE: 4092 4100 A/H: Liz 0437 921 648 www.altituderealtymareeba.com.au
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Situated in a great location, quiet street, only seconds from town, this solid concrete constructed three bedroom home ticks all the boxes. For an investor or first home buyer, it is listed at a very realistic price and the vendors are motivated to sell. Three large bedrooms, two toilets, two separate living areas and a brand new kitchen, all the hard work is done, the rewards are ready for you to reap. Currently tenanted for six months at $280.00 per week, this outstanding opportunity has only been listed for ten days. Don’t wait too long as it will not
last on the market. Call exclusive agent Alex Srhoj 0403 343 692 to place your offer today or arrange an inspection.
Address: Price: Agent: Contact:
MAREEBA $269,000 eXCLUSIVE AGENT Alex Srhoj Ray White Rural 0403 343 692
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PROPERTY Location, location, location entire home • Security screens throughout • Front and rear undercover patios • Convenient Laundry • Shed/workshop at rear • Fully fenced with vege garden and chook pen Located only a few hundred meters from the Coles Mareeba Shopping Plaza, location doesn’t get better then this! Constructed of rendered double-brick construction, with solid rendered internal walls, you know they don’t build them like this anymore. Immaculately presented, the home has had only one owner and it is easy to tell that it has been very well maintained its entire life. A recently renovated kitchen is a real feature of the home, crafted of solid timber, it is both modern and tasteful, and boasts enormous amounts of cupboard and bench space. Opening out from the kitchen and at the heart of this home is a large open plan living area that features built-in crystal cabinets dividing the dining and lounge rooms, both with access to the front and side patio. The bedrooms are absolutely grand with 2 king size rooms and
two doubles, or one could be utilised as a study or office. A large bathroom at the rear of the home features both a separate shower and bathtub, convenient vanity and terrazzo flooring. In fact, the beautiful terrazzo flooring is featured on the front and rear patios and is extremely durable and almost no maintenance. Situated on a quarter acre (approx. 1,017m2), features include: • Four bedroom, one bathroom home • 2 king size rooms and two doubles (or 3 plus office) • Rendered double-brick construction • Immaculately presented, only one owner • Large open plan living area • Under carpet are solid tulip-wood polished floorboards • Large bathroom with separate shower and bathtub • Evaporative air cooling system to
Opportunities like this, in a loca- Esposito at the Sibi Girgenti oftion like this don’t come along very fice today. Phone 4092 5566 or often, and this property is offered 0401 969 473. to the market for the first time in 50 Address: 225 Walsh Street, MAREEBA years. So book Price: Over $400,000’s your inspection toAgent: EXCLUSIVE to Remo Esposito day, Sibi Girgenti Real Estate Contact: 4092 5566 or 0401 969 473 Contact exclusive agent Remo
exclusive private family home
This unique, high quality home with a distinctive style and calming relaxed atmosphere can now be yours! • Superior quality home located in one of Mareeba’s most sought after subdivisions • 4 spacious bedrooms, all with built-ins • 2 separate outdoor entertainment zones • Inground saltwater pool and area with 100% wow factor • Large 2-pac masterchef kitchen with all necessities • Massive combined lounge and dining • Separate media room • Fully security screened and airconditioned
• An abundance of cupboard space throughout the home, inside and out • Privacy with lush, established gardens • Backs onto bushland and a park • Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac on a large 1358m2 • Fully fenced, fully irrigated lawns and gardens • Double garage • Solar power system • And the list goes on!
18 Natalie close, mareeba - $625,000 call steve cordeNos today oN 0418 774 994 for aN iNspectioN!
ONLY 9 BLOCKS LEFT
40 BLOCKS ALREADY SOLD!
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Riverlands Park is the rural escape you have long desired... a place to build your home and your future, with room to breathe, live and relax. A place where your kids can run, play and just “be kids”. Close enough to the amenities of town... but also far enough away. Just 9 blocks remain at Riverlands Park, a premium rural residential community offering near acreage blocks in a peaceful natural setting, just 5 minutes from Mareeba and 40 minutes from Cairns.
FOR SALE BY TENDER For a copy of full plans and dimensions of the last 9 blocks remaining contact: Steve Cordenos 0418 774 994 steve@cordenosrealestate.com
This is acreage living at its finest, complemented by a stylish entry statement, kerb and channelling, underground power and strict building covenants to protect your long term investment.
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The LAND
Mango marketing on the agenda Funds from the proposed mango levy increase would target the domestic market, where the majority of the MANGO growers are investing in their future through fruit is sold. Mango growers raised concerns about ever grassroots support for a levy increase for promotional increasing competition from other fruits and products purposes. and the lack of consumer knowledge about different At a special meeting on Thursday, some 25 Mareeba- mango varieties. Marketing strategies were discussed Dimbulah mango growers voted unanimously for a 10 at the meeting and focused on campaigns that span the cent increase on 7 kilogram trays, with the funds raised entire season, opportunities at point-of-sale and the posto be used exclusively for marketing purposes. If the pro- sibility of a TV advertisement. posal to increase the levy is successful, it would take the “The prices we get today are really just over the cost total of the marketing levy to 17.5 cents per 7 kilogram of production and we can’t use price to drive sales, we tray. Depending on the output for the season, this would have to use consumption. We have to get people to buy produce an estimated $600,000 extra for marketing pur- more at the same prices if we are going to drive profitposes. ability for growers,” Mr Gray said. Australian Mango Industry Association (AMIA) John Nucifora, an AMIA Far North Queensland ProCEO Robert Gray attended the meeting and said it had ducer Director, said he changed his mind and decided taken two years to get the proposal to this stage. Mareeba to support the levy increase after attending the Walkadistrict’s strong opposition to the levy increase in 2012 min field day. He spoke enthusiastically at the meeting caused the proposal to stall. Mr Gray said interest and about the need for the increase and possible outcomes support for the levy increase had been growing over the for growers. past month. “This takes us up into another level of promotion,” “What we are trying to do is take advantage of the Mr Nucifora said. extra supply that the industry is producing without over“I’m very happy and thankful to the growers that atsupplying the market,” he said. tended the meeting and for the growers that were at the meeting it was a great positive response and I’m hoping we can deliver some positive outcomes for them.” Following the vote, the Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association will write to the AMIA and Agriculture Minister Barnaby Joyce advising that Mareeba-Dimbulah mango growers have no opposition to the levy increase. CONTRACT FRUIT PACKING While growers were hopeful that the increase would YOU PICK IT... be implemented this season, it might be delayed due to We can Grade it We can Pack it NSW Liberal Democratic Senator David Leyonhjelm’s We can Transport it disallowance motion that aimed to reverse the proposed We can Market it We can SELL it! levy increase. Mr Gray questioned the logic behind Mr Give us a call if we can help you with any of the above! Lehonhjelm’s motion and hoped the issue would be reP: (07) 4093 2456 solved within a fortnight. E: matt@blueskyproduce.com.au “Mango growers are enthusiastic about investing in 289 Springs Road, Paddy’s Green their future and it ties in with the existing levy debate going through the senate,” Mr Gray said. “Our argument to the MAREEBA LIVEWEIGHT CATTLE senate is that growers have been through a democratic process deciding that they want to increase their levies. Why is the senate now Prime Quotes (c/kg) toP LoW saying that we don’t want Butcher’s steers 168.2 145.2 our growers to invest their own money in things like R 122.0 148.2 Butcher’s heifers & D and marketing?” By Katherine Kokkonen
MARKET REPORT WhOLesALe cOWs 129.2 125.2 BuLLOcks expOrt sLAughter MArket 135.2 cOWs expOrt sLAughter MArket 137.2 BuLLs expOrt sLAughter MArket WhOLesALe BuLLs NO QuOte
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PLEASE CONTACT YOUR PREFERRED AGENT at least BEFORE 8AM MONDAY WHEN CONSIDERING YOUR CATTLE
• ELDERS 4086 3500 • • LANDMARK 4092 3711 • • QUEENSLAND RURAL 4092 3522 • NQ SALEYARDS COMPANY PTY LTD - PHONE 4092 1228 MARKET SALE EVERY TUESDAY 9AM @ MAREEBA SALEYARD PAGE 18 The Express, Wednesday, September 3, 2014
Seed Savers Leader Lindy Alba presents Teacher Aide Librarian Leevi Elmes with resources for Mareeba State School.
Garden passion flowers at schools By Katherine Kokkonen
A LOVE of gardening and fresh produce is taking root at schools across the region thanks to a Mareeba community group. Mareeba Seed Savers and Gardeners donated books and DVDs about seed and food production to Mareeba State School, St Thomas, Dimbulah State School, Tolga State Primary School and Biboohra State Primary School. The resources were created by Seed Savers founders Michel and Jude Fanton and celebrate farmers and gardeners who preserve and share nutrient-dense food heritage. Seed Savers is a group that shares and exchanges non-hybrid local seeds, plant materials and knowledge. Seed Savers leader Lindy Alba practices the group’s philosophy and
has been growing and sharing an open Italian lettuce variety, which was passed down to her from her grandmother, Francesca Leotta. “The idea behind this is to inspire students and teachers to grow, harvest and eat fresh food in the school,” she said. “It shows children the process of growing food to eat and how delicious it is to eat straight out of the garden.” Mareeba State School Teacher Librarian Liz Crunkhorn said it was a great opportunity for the kids and believed the students would be keen to learn more. Seed Savers’ next meeting is on November 2 at 19 Kenneally Road, Mareeba. For more information, call Lindy Alba on 4092 1116 or go to seedsavers.net
SUGAR REPORT Spreading and Blending Specialists
• Lime • Gypsum • Magnesium • Organics
Peter Watson Phone 0408 879 234
Mossman Mill processed 40,911 tonnes of cane for Week 15 of the crushing season, at an average CCS of 13.06. The factory had one major stoppage for the week due to the replacement of a failed belt on the boiler ash system. The factory has now processed 454,498 tonnes of cane for the season at an average CCS of 12.51. A minor maintenance day is planned for the middle of Week 16. The crop is holding on estimate. CRUSH STATISTICS: • Mossman tonnes crushed for the week: 40,911 tonnes • CCS for week: 13.06 • Total cane crushed to date: 454,498 tonnes • CCS average to date: 12.51 • 2014 crop estimate: 1,290,000 tonnes www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au
INDEX
business A
Air Charters Air Conditioning
B
Blinds Builder
Kindergarten Cleaning Services Concerting Construction Curtains & Blinds
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C
DIRECTORY
Earthmoving Electrical
Childcare/
AIR CHARTER
Furniture
Embroidery Entertainment
Hire Motor Mechanic
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Farming Sector Fencing Fertilizer Floor Coverings Fuel
Glazier Graphic Design
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Irrigation
Photography Plumbing Pool Maintenance
Nurseries
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Machinery - Truck
BLINDS
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Security Skip Bins Small Engine Repairs Storage Sheds
Travel Tree Lopping
V
Venue Hire
T
Timber Transport
CONCRETING
EARTHMOVING
ATHERTON CREEK AIR CHARTERS
Do it right the first time! 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
5 passenger capacity aircraft, available for chartered flights, photography, freight deliveries, scenic flights, business or pleasure!
Matthew Jennings - chief pilot jenningsmjtw@bigpond.com • 0417 632 076
AIR CONDITIONING
BUILDER
SpecialiSing in: • Polishing & Sealing New Concrete • Re-Juvenating & Sealing Existing Concrete • Re-Sealing Existing Stampcrete, Covercrete & Pebbletex Surfaces
Small domeStic jobS welcome!
your local business guide
Email: fnqbuilding@rocketmail.com www.facebook.com/fnqbuilding QBCC: 022933
CONSTRUCTION
Builder, Steel FaBrication and timBer Joinery michael 0429 091 403
Authorised Fujitsu Service Agent
Mobile: 0419 709 522
• 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
ELECTRICAL
Daniel Battistin
Tinaroo Creek Road, Mareeba • PO Box 1034 Mareeba 4880
For $28 per week
M: 0409 648 403 • F: 4092 6717
Phone the Express today 4092 3464
P: 4092 6271
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Residential • Commercial • Phones Repairs/Maintenance • Airconditioners
this spot could be yours!
www.girgentigroup.com ~ 4092 5566
145 Hastie Road, Mareeba Qld/ 4880
ABN: 22 524 342 683 - Licence No: 71735 - ACA: F0514381 - LO: 56130
CURTAINS & BLINDS
CHILDCARE
Custom Made
CURTAINS & BLINDS
• Airconditioning Installations • Cold Rooms • Fridge Seals • Gasing • Servicing & Maintenance • Authorised Artic Licence
Call Ross Malfitana Mobile: 0429 898 657 BLINDS
Early Learning • Kindergarten • Outside School & Vacation Care
3 Locations in Mareeba: Constance, Dunlop & Hastie Streets
CLEANING SERVICES
Trust the BLIND specialists!
Tracks > Rods Competitive Curtains & Furnishings BY APPOINTMENT ONLY >Phone: & Accessories 0429 869 023
99 Vaughan Street, Mareeba mareeba@laserelectrical.com.au www.mareeba.laserelectrical.com.au LIC. 55472 | ARC. AU31673
96 James Street,Curtains Mareeba Competitive & Furnishings BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Phone: 0429 869 023 For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619 96 James Street, Mareeba
For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619
Vertical & Venetian Blinds Panel Glides > Timber Blinds
159 Walsh St, Mareeba P: 4092 5466 M: 0419 736 229
Laser Electrical Mareeba Phone: (07) 4092 4146
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Tracks > Rods > Accessories
ABN: 61 788 170 092 LIC. NO: L012565 ArtIC LIC: AU21630 QBSA: 1220582
BLINDS
Phone: 4092 6203 • Fax: 4092 5723 email: dobattistin@msn.com
BSA no. 1218243
ABN 80 179 825 363 • QBSA 59712 • ARC License AU24014
R & C AIRCONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION
Mobile 0448 856 187
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Let the professionals take care of it! T: 4092 2160 - M: 0417 758 302 E: abelservices@bigpond.com W: www.abelservices.com.au
Servicing
ALL Areas!
EARTHMOVING
DeeB’s Grader Hire
PH: 0417 843 015 or 4092 7536 Lic No: 51413 RH Lic No: L038890
CEC No: A5891084 ACMA Reg No: F0510843
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business
FARMING SECTOR
JANE PETERS PO Box 1923, Mareeba QLD 4880 PHONE: 0427 932 776 ABN 98 735 499 133 Email: pickfordpark1@bigpond.com
ENTERTAINMENT
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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
The Express Directory has an affordable option to suit every business. Call Natasha today on Call 4092 3464
GLAZING
• Sliding Glass Doors & Windows • Residential & Commercial Glazing • Shower Screens & Robes • Glass Replacement • Security Doors • Security Screens • Fly Screens • Louvres • Mirrors
30 James Street, Mareeba
PHONE: 4092 2314 • FAX: 4092 4113 Certain work defined as “building work” in the QBCC legislation may only be undertaken by licensed contractors, or if undertaken by unlicensed contractors, only to the value of $3,300. However, work falling outside that definition may be performed by unlicensed contractors and is not subject to any value limit. To check whether a contractor holds a QBCC licence visit: www.qbcc.qld.gov.au or call the QBCC on 1300 272 272.
GRAPHIC DESIGN
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FENCING
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Domestic, Commercial & Pool Fencing MIChaEl 0429 091 403 Email: fnqbuilding@rocketmail.com www.facebook.com/fnqbuilding QBCC: 022933
26 REYNOLDS ST, MAREEBA QLD. 4880 P: 4092 1174 F: 4092 3084
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FLOOR COVERINGS
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FURNITURE
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HASTIE CENTRE FURNISHINGS
209 Byrnes St, Mareeba • P: 4092 1017 E: hastiecf@tpg.com.au
HIRE
BACKHOE WATER TRUCK TIPPER & FLOAT HIRE
ATTACHMENTS: Auger, Rock Breaker, Forks, Vibrating Plate + 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!
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Phone: 0458 965 784 or 4096 5784 Email: aemgraphicdesign1@bigpond.com
MOTOR MECHANIC
your local business guide
MAREEBA MOTORS
IRRIGATION
45 Chewko Rd, P.O. Box 131, MAREEBA
Phone/Fax: 4092 3563
For Bulk Fuel & Oil Contact Head Office at Miallo (07) 4098 8222
IrrIgatIon DesIgn & supply
• Mechanical Repairs for Cars & Light Commercials • Roadworthy Certificates • EFI Diagnostics • Carbon Clean for Diesels and EFI Vehicles
Advertising hAs never been more AffordAble!
4 Services and All Mechanical Repairs 4 Roadworthy Inspection Station
• 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
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74 Byrnes Street, P.O. Box 169, Mareeba Q.4880
Phone 4092 2644 Fax 4092 4220
NURSERY
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FLOORS
Trust the FLOOR Covering Man! Carpet & Vinyl > Carpet & Vinyl Tiles > Floating Floors 159 Walsh St, Mareeba P: 4092 5466 M: 0419 736 229
Creating high quality artwork with a difference for your business!
7 BOWER ST, MAREEBA INDUSTRIAL PARK P: (07) 4092 2472 • F: (07) 4092 2668
• Tracks & Rods • Furniture • Sheets & Towels • Floor Coverings
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
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PIER
TABLELAND FERTILIZERS
MAREEBA FLOOR COVERING CENTRE
HIC D ES
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FERTILIZER
40 ECLIPSE DRIVE, ATHERTON QLD. 4883 P: 4091 3100 F: 4091 3177
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PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE AN EXISTING MOBILE PHONE BASE STATION AT PADDYS GREEN As part of a national coverage upgrade project Optus plan to upgrade an existing telecommunications facility at 46 Tyrconnell Road, Paddys Green QLD 4880 (Lot 147 on SP227506) – Site ref: B0911
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2. Optus regards the proposed installation as a Low-impact Facility under the Telecommunications (Low-impact Facilities) Determination 1997 (“The Determination”) based on the descriptions above. 3. Further information including an EME Report can be obtained from – Mark Cavanagh, Planning Officer at Visionstream Pty. Ltd. Ph: (07) 3827 5700 or 1300 551 915 Email: mark.cavanagh@visionstream.com.au or optuswirelessqld@visionstream.com.au and at www.rfnsa.com.au/4880002 4. The proposed infrastructure will be in compliance with the ACMA EMR regulatory arrangements. 5. We invite you to make a submission. Written submissions should be sent to: Visionstream Pty Ltd PO Box 3481, Loganholme QLD 4129 by 5pm Thursday 18 September 2014.
RATE NOTICES ISSUED - Due 29th September, 2014 The half-yearly Rate Notices for the six-month period ended 30th June, 2014 have been issued. The discount period closes on Monday 29th September, 2014. If you have not received your Rate Notices, please contact one of Council’s Service Centres. HOW CAN I PAY MY RATES? You can pay your Rates in a number of ways. This includes BPay, EFTPOS including debit and credit card, cash, cheque and money orders. Change or cash out is not given on credit card payments. To receive the Discount, you need to ensure the BPay transactions are processed and funds cleared into Council’s bank account on or before the Discount Date. BPay View is now available. WHERE CAN I PAY MY RATES? You can pay at any of the Council’s four Service Centres or at our Agencies listed below: Council Service Centres • Atherton: 45 Mabel Street - Open Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:45pm (Tuesday opening 9:00am) • Herberton: 61 Grace Street (Herberton Library) - Open Tuesday & Thursday 10:00am - 12:45pm and Wednesday & Friday 2:00pm - 4:45pm • Malanda: 31-35 James Street (Malanda Library) - Open Tuesday to Friday 10:00am - 4:45pm • Ravenshoe: 24 Moore Street (Ravenshoe Library) - Open Tuesday to Friday 10:00am - 4:15pm Council’s Agencies • Paying safely and securely in person at any Australia Post Office, pay by cash, cheque or credit card (Visa and Mastercard only) • Phone 13 18 16 at any time of day for the cost of a local call (within Australia) Visa and MasterCard are accepted, normal call charges apply from public phones, mobile phones and overseas phones • Posting a cheque to Tablelands Regional Council, PO Box 573, ATHERTON QLD 4883, AUSTRALIA • Using Australia Post Billpay - www.trc.qld.gov.au, click on the icon “Pay my Rates” then click on “Australia Post Billpay”. • Calling your financial institution (or logging onto their website) to pay your rates by cheque or savings account, BPAY Biller Code 122234 and your customer reference number that is found on the top right hand corner of your rates notice. BPAY View is now available. Receive your notices through your on-line banking. Register today. DO YOU KNOW ABOUT OUR PAYMENT ARRANGEMENTS? To help ease the financial burden, Council has a payment arrangement scheme available provided the total amount outstanding is paid by 31st December, 2014. This allows you to pay a nominated weekly, fortnightly or monthly amount towards the Rates levy. You will only receive the 10 per cent discount, if the full amount of Rates and Charges is paid by Monday 29th September, 2014. Contact one of Council’s Service Centres for further information. Discount will not be allowed under any circumstances if payment is not received at Council’s Service Centres at the above times by the due date. A Pensioner Rebate may also apply to those holders of a State Government Pensioner Concession Card or Repatriation Gold Card. Ian Church CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PO Box 573, ATHERTON QLD 4883 www.trc.qld.gov.au
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The Mareeba Medical Clinic requires a Part Time Receptionist for our busy GP practice. Applicants require good communication skills, to be confident, organised and capable of working as part of a team. Computer skills are necessary. A second language is preferred but not essential. Hours 10-16 per week plus holiday relief. Please forward CV to: Practice Manager Post: PO Box 1117, Mareeba, Qld. 4880 Fax: 4092 4470 or Email: practicemanager@aanet.com.au
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3rd & 4th Uniting Church Markets (near Target) 8.30am to 2.30pm. 6th Spicks‘n Wizz Rock Music Quizz Night at Royal Hotel Herber ton. $35.00 includes nibbles, show and meal $20 at the door includes the show and nibbles. 12th Cent Sale - Tolga QCWA Hall, Main Street Tolga. Doors Open at 8.30am. Entry $3. Raffle and morning tea. 13th Cent Sale 65 Roses Cyscic Fibrosis & CF4 Families. Mareeba Leagues Club. Doors open at 12noon. 13th & 14th Tableland Garden EXPO - Malanda Showgrounds. 14th Snake identification & basic handling skills workshop at Mer rilands Hall, Atherton 10am-2pm. Adults $5 kids free. 14th Atherton Lions Club Markets Showgrounds Lions Park, Cnr Louise St and Roberts Rd, Atherton 7am - 12 noon. 19th Retirees & pre-retirees are invited to attend a meeting by Aus tralians In Retirement. Stan Moses Hall, Vernon St Atherton. Doors open 9.45am for 10am start.
OCTOBER 11th
“Preloved Fashion Event” - Stan Mosses Hall, Vernon St, Atherton. 10am - 2pm.
WEEKLY EVENTS Mareeba PCYC Senior social club meets every Tuesday from 9.30am 11.30am. St George’s Church Indoor Bowls every Tuesday 1pm at St George’s Hall at 53 Constance Street, Mareeba. Sunday Jam Sessions - Every Sunday 4pm - 9pm & Live music every Friday night at “The Shed” McConaghie Street, Atherton.
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Your Weekly Horoscopes March 21 to Apr 20 Aries
Don’t be too shy to promote your own interests. Children might be on your mind. Don’t hesitate to make special plans just for two. Be honest with yourself before getting involved with someone who is likely to lead you on.
Taurus
Wednesday 3rd
Thursday 4th
Friday 5th
Tide Times 0423 1.82 1028 0.99 1727 2.41 2341 1.23
Tide Times 0514 1.99 1117 0.76 1809 2.66
Tide Times 0017 1.01 0602 2.19 1204 0.52 1852 2.90
Max 29o Min 10o
Max 26o Min 11o
Max 27o Min 10o
Cancer
June 22 to July 22
Monday 8th
Tuesday 9th
Tide Times 0054 0.78 0648 2.40 1250 0.32 1934 3.09
Tide Times 0134 0.58 0734 2.58 1334 0.17 2015 3.21
Tide Times 0213 0.42 0818 2.72 1417 0.12 2053 3.22
Tide Times 0252 0.34 0901 2.78 1501 0.19 2128 3.13
Max 25o Min 14o
Max 27o Min 13o
Playful Pina
Ingredients
Method Blend ingredients in a blender until smooth and serve into a margarita or wine glass. Add a mango or pineapple slice for garnish.
You will have a tendency to exaggerate, which will lead to major confrontations with loved ones. Refuse to get involved in idle chatter; it will only make you look bad.
C R O S S
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July 23 to Aug 22
A quiet restful day just staying in bed or catching up on reading will be your best bet. You will be able to dazzle others with your obvious charm and your outgoing nature.
Virgo
Aug 23 - Sept 23
There might be one who is quite willing to take the credit for your work. Remember; talk to them, not at them. Home improvement projects will run smoothly.
Libra
WORD
Sept 24 to Oct 23
You have more than enough on your plate already. Be careful what you consume this week. Don’t let children hold you back from doing things you enjoy. Attend to things that you should have done yesterday.
Scorpio
Oct 24 to Nov 22
Your high energy will help you through this rather hectic day. You may have a hidden adversary who would love to prove you wrong. You’ll be tempted to spend extravagantly this week. Your intellectual charm will entice new love interests.
Sagittarius
Nov 23 to Dec 21
Travel will result in new romantic attractions. Moves or the possibility of having someone different living with you may be difficult at first. You’ll find it easy to deal with government agencies or large institutions.
Capricorn
Dec 22 to Jan 20
Aquarius
Jan 21 to Feb 19
Max 28o Min 12o
3 oz pineapple juice 1 oz cream of coconut 1/3 cup fresh berries 1 cup crushed ice
You should be able to get a lot done. Don’t trust a deal that looks too good, or a lover who appears to have it all. Investments may not be as lucrative as you thought.
Leo
Sunday 7th
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.
Don’t neglect these problems; deal with them once and for all, then move on to more pleasurable tasks. Your attitudes at work will open new avenues for you. May 22 to June 21
Saturday 6th
Max 26o Min 13o
sudoku
April 21 to May 21
Gemini
k a e r b a e k Ta relax! and
Accident
Court
Highway
Pass
Alley
Curve
Idle
Ramp
Auto
Drive
Loop
Reverse
Bike
Exit
Mile
Slow
Bus
Fast
Motor
Toll
Car
Gear
Oil
Vehicle
Circle
Gutter
Park
Wide
Puzzle solutions
You may be uncertain about some of your coworkers and your boss. You will find it easy to learn and excel. Be inquisitive about unfamiliar circumstances. Love can be heightened if you sit down and discuss your future.
ACROSS 7. A small wave or series of waves on the surface of water. 8. A magical or medicinal potion. 9. Another term for pent-up. 10. Seriously affected by an undesirable condition or unpleasant feeling. 11. A physical attack. 13. A short piece of writing on a particular subject. 15. Characterized by pleasantly warm weather. 16. A rich cold dessert made with whipped cream, eggs, and fruit. 18. An edible mollusc of warm seas, with a shallow ear-shaped shell lined with mother-of-pearl 19. An uncomfortable sensation on the skin that causes a desire to scratch. 21. Small in degree; inconsiderable. 22. A short-sleeved casual top, generally made of cotton, having the shape of a T when spread out flat.
DOWN 1. A religious or other solemn ceremony or act. 2. The branch of medicine concerned with the study and treatment of disorders and diseases of the eye. 3. To an extreme and unpleasant degree. 4. A vagrant, especially one who is dependent on alcohol. 5. A Spanish dollar, equivalent to 8 reals. 6. Well-educated people who are interested in literature. 12. A belt used to secure someone in the seat of a motor vehicle or aircraft. 14. University. 17. The state of being united or joined as a whole. 20. A bottle stopper made of cork or a similar material.
Investments may not be as lucrative as you thought. Go after your goals and don’t be afraid to ask for assistance. Your fight for those less fortunate is not likely to end in sweet victory.
Pisces
Feb 20 to March 20
Do not jump to conclusions concerning your romantic partner. Don’t let others bully you into agreeing with them. Call someone you haven’t seen in a long time.
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Young bull wins trophy
Action from Mareeba Bulls Semifinal win against the Stratford Dolphins Saturday, August 30, 2014 Photos by Peter Roy
Junior Mareeba Bulls President Michael Haendel with Junior Player of the Year Marco Soncin and Coach Andre Soncin. By Katherine Kokkonen A rising soccer star was taken by surprise when he won the Mareeba Bulls Junior Player of the year trophy. Marco Soncin was humbled to receive the recognition at his club’s presentation night, on Saturday. The central midfield or right wing player has been on the soccer pitch for nine years. While he played in the under 14 team, Marco dreamed of one day playing soccer professionally.
Coach Andre Soncin said Marco deserved to win for his outstanding work ethic, understanding of the game and technical ability. “He’s always giving his best,” Soncin said. Junior Mareeba Bulls President Michael Haendel was proud of Marco’s achievement and the overall development of talent at the club. “It’s good to have these awards so that they can strive to be the senior bulls players of the future,” he said.
sPORT results & draws MAREEBA BASKETBALL INC. Exciting draws in Senior and Junior fixtures together with a new serious challenger for the Senior Ladies championship title were a highlight of Mareeba Basketball competition decided last week. The clash between Stingrays and Topshot Thunder Senior Mens sides saw both teams locked together at 20 all when the half time hooter sounded. Once again the second half was closely contested and the encounter resulted in a 41 all draw. Best players for Stingrays were Brock and David Hawke. While Shana Aue and Matapo Matapo played strongly for Topshot Thunder. Majestic Gallopers were convincing 37 points winners over Comet Young Guns in the other Mens fixture. The Young High School Divas combinations are strong contenders for championship honours after a good 30 to 22 victory over Baiada Steggles. Certainly a fine team effort by the Divas side in which Briannah Cater scored 9 points and Tua Aue also notched up 9 points for the Steggles side. Tequila Slammers and M.M.A.M.A. were also winners in the other Senior Ladies fixtures. Pleasing for both sides as they have struggled to gain any wins during the year. Timberwolves and Cobras shared the competition points following an interesting 25 all draw in Under 16’s Junior grade fixtures. Dane Redman scored 10 points for Cobras and Jacob Bishop kept Timberwolves with a winning chance by scoring 8 points. While in the Under 14’s Junior division Jasmine Grogan went on a scoring spree, scoring 39 points in Hawks 57 to 34 defeat of Tigers. MAREEBA BASKETBALL INC - DRAW Tuesday 2/09/2014: 5:00 pm Under 14 and Under 16 Coaching Clinic. 6:30 pm Senior Ladies M.M.A.M.A. vs Tequila Slammers. 7:30 pm Senior Ladies Baiada Steggles vs Gummaz. 8:30 pm Senior Ladies Miakats vs Killers. Bye:High School Divas. Thursday 4/09/2014 3:40 pm Under 16s Warriors vs Cobras. 4:30 pm Under 16s Timberwolves vs Dommage. 5:20 pm Under 16s Scorpians vs Panthers. 6:10 pm Under 16s All Stars v Phoenix. 7:00 pm Senior Mens Stingrays vs Comet Young Guns. 8:00 pm Senior Mens Red Devils vsMajestic Gallopers Bye:Topshots Thunder Friday 5/09/2014 3:30 pm Under 8s and Under 10s Junior Coaching Clinic. 4:10 pm Under 12s Dragons vs Magpies 4:30 pm Under 12s Dragons vs Taipans. 4:50 pm Under 12s Magpies vs Taipans. 5:10 pm Under 14s Tigers vs Wolves. 6:00 pm Under 14s Eagles vs Lakers. Bye: Hawks.
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ARCHERY The Tableland Company of Archers conducted a successful working bee on Saturday last. On Sunday, visitors Mathilde Gargan, Rich Veronese, Jack Gamble, Cody Holmes, Paul Lillingstone and David Bradley attended the coaching session with George Neilson along with handicap archer Stevie Madell and carer Margie Madell. One senior member Daniel Pope shot practice. One junior member Neil Prince shot practice in the afternoon, while George Neilson had a practice shoot with a recurve bow. Mareeba Rifle Club inc. The Mareeba Rifle Club shot a double 700yd, 15 shot comp. on Sunday the 31st August 2014. Conditions were very good; however a tricky mirage produced poor results for most of us. F Open: J. Baxter (Mareeba): 74.2; 70.0 – 144.2. F STD A. Simpson (Mareeba): 80.2; 86.0 – 166.2. Rifle: M. Beecham (Mareeba): 73.4; 70.3 – 143.7. D. Ford (Mareeba): 71.5; 70.4 – 141.9. The Mareeba Rifle Club will be shooting a double 500yd competition as the Atherton prize meet has been cancelled. MAREEBA TENNIS Tues. 7pm winner: Sasha. Mid-week fixtures Div. 4 Belle d Toni 43-13. Pete d Tracey 37-19. Div.3 Bronwyn v Veronique 28 all tie Kathy d Pauline 32-2 Rose d June 35-21 Div. 2 Brian d Kim 31-25 Craig v Narelle 28 all tie Simon d Searle 40-16 Div. 1 John d Jason 34-22 Geoff d Libor 33-23 Danny d Roy 29-27 hurs. 8am social 21-8-14 Winner of the frog Steve and 28-8-14 winner Terry and Steve Saturday Tablelands Comp final held 30-8-2014 at Atherton in the A grade Ravenshoe d Mareeba by 13 games The B grade was won by Eacham in a very tightly fought match Mazda Mitsubishi Tournament 12,13 14 Sep Nominations close 1 Sep – nominations at the club MAREEBA GOLF CLUB 28-08-14 Thursday Sporters: Winner Paul McBride 24, Elwin Stadhams 20,(count back) NTP 8 Tim Lambert, 13 Henry Guy, Raffle John Mark. 30-08-14 Saturday Stroke Monthly Medal Sponsored by Mareeba Leagues Club. Ladies Winner Ellen Duff 74, R/up Del Spicer 76, Men’s Winner Ken Flood 67, R/up Harry Alykhan 70,(count back) NTP 4 Ken Baker, 8 Peter Mullins, ( Peter can thank Patrick Bollen as did not finish last hole so DSQ 11, 3 Peter McGregor, Ladies 11 2nd Melody Lucas, Run down, Steve Abell 70. 3108-14 Stableford Sponsor HMB, Winner Chris Young 39, R/up Elso Iuretigh 37,(count back) NTP 4 Chris Young, 8 Don Tidswell, 11 Chris Hoger, 13 Les Elliot Ladies 11 2nd Christine Benjamin, Run down Les Elliot 37, Lui Dezen 37. Next Saturday 6th Michael
Frances 2 Ball Ambrose Day early start 7.30 every one welcome $15 each BBQ afterwards. Friday 19th September Bendigo Bank 4 Ball Ambrose Charity Day, raising funds for Meals on Wheels. TABLELAND HOCKEY The final round of the season saw a number of teams excel on the field with great competition in all divisions. The U10’s round robin continues to be a highlight of the day. Talytha McDonald and Leah MacCallum were the standout players for All Stars in both their games with 2 great wins over their opposition. In the last of the games the Sharks with the support of Dane Reiss won 1/0 over the Raiders. With the All Stars minor premiers for 2014 the semis will be hotly contested between the Raiders and the Sharks. The U13’s games saw a determined All Stars simply dominated the Vikings in a display of skill and agility. Abby Toshach was superb scoring all three goals for the All Stars with the Vikings only managing to score a single goal. Scorchers fought valiantly against a very strong Troopers side but were unable to match the might of the boys with Clem Lucey scoring a hat trick of goals. With the All Stars being declared the girls minor premiers for 2014 next weeks challenge where their take on the 2014 male minor premiers the Troopers will be wonderful game to watch. With the All Stars and Voodoos tying for the top of the ladder of the U17 Girls the last round of the season was set to be enthralling. Voodoos were dominant against the Jaguars in a 5/0 victory and the All Stars once again earned bragging rights with they win over Totally Tilted. With 34 points apiece at the end of the day a count back of goals for and against was the only way to separate the two top teams. Voodoos were declared winners with the All Stars progressing to the semi finals.in the boys final match of the season Bombers were victorious with a 4/0 win over the Rep team. Veteran Ladies continues to be closely contested with the final round determining minor premiers. Totally Holcim had an upset win over Waterloo with Niki May scoring the only goal of the game. A final score of 1/0 saw the Holcim team put a great win on the board. Plastered Vets continued their winning streak with the narrowest of wins over Woteva with a final score line of 2/1. Minor Premiers for 2014 being declared as Plastered Vets. The Ladies last round of games saw some very fierce competition. Cruisers scored the 1st goal of their game against Shooters. Defending with great skills the Cruisers thwarted all attempts by the Shooters to even the scores. With many missed opportunities in the goal box Shooters went into the 2nd half one down and managed to claw back a goal. Going head to head the final score was 2 all in the game of the day. In the last game of the day Pluckers managed
to hold out a determined Belair to win 1/0 win upsetting the Minor Premiers winning streak. The Men continue to show speed, agility and skill on the field with White Knights leading the charge to the finals as Minor Premiers. Bombers and K9’s ae now heading to the semis in what is expected to be the match of the Semi’s. The Association congratulates all Minor Premiers for 2014, U10 All Stars, U13 All Stars and Troopers, U17 Voodoos and Bombers, Belair, Plastered Vets and White Knights and wishes all teams competing in the Semi Finals the very best of luck. TABLELAND HOCKEY SEMI’S Ladies semis finals 3pm 31 August: Shooters V Pluckers. Semi Final Fixtures: 6 September 2014: 9am Field 1: U10 Raiders V Sharks: ( Oliver Philips/Liz Hawkins tech bench P Clearwater) Field 2: U8’S classic games (A Cook/A Toshach) 10:30am: Field 1: U13 All Stars V Troopers (R Boyd/R May tech bench C Duck). Field 2: U13 Scorchers V Vikings (T Cooney/P Clearwater tech bench J Skennar). 12:30: Field 1: U17 All Stars V Jaguars (T Vidler/P Keevers tech bench J Bock) Field 2: U17 Bombers V Rep Team (T Cooney/G Toshach Tech bench C Duck). 2:00: Veteran Ladies Field 1: Totally Holcim V Waterloo ( S Duck/D Brynes tech bench C Duck). 3:30: Mens Field 1: K9’s V Bombers (G Toshach/W Phillips tech bench T Cooney) ATHERTON GOLF CLUB Wednesday Sporters last week played a 4BBB stableford with 32 players and the winners on 30pts being Mick Grumley and the Patron Mr Ken Tait, from Jay Fraser and Graham Purdy 29pts and Pete Hilder and Grant Scott 28pts. Thursday Ladies Played a stroke round with the evergreen Joan Mynell winning with 65 nett from Sandra Watson 68 nett. NTPs 3 C Amarim, 11 W Philips,!3 Robyn Beck,18 Sandy Watson. Fridays 6 hole Chook run was won by Pup Hilder with a very impressive 16pts. Saturday we hosted the Bob Bailey Memorial Stableford where the ladies winner was Ann Moss 38pts from Maria Mead 36pts and Heather Beavan 35pts .NTPs 3 Sandy W, 11&18 Annette S,13 Ann Moss. Mens winner for the second consecitive year was Russell ( Pup ) Hilder with a great 41pts to win on a countback from Greg Brown from Grant Scott and Irish both 39 pts. NTPs 3 Rob Tomo,11 Pup,13 Greg Stewart,18Justin ( magpies ) Mason. Saturday JuniorsPlayeded a 3 ball ambrose ,which thje kids enjoyed with the winners being Mikayla Fleming,Nicholas Wilks and Samadhi Baker Sunday we hosted a very succesfull Atherton Lions Ambrose with proceeds going towards a new vehicle for Atherton Meals On Wheels.
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Bulls stampede into final The Mareeba Bulls overcame some inner demons and the set the record straight with a hard and typically tense semi-final win against the Stratford Dolphins. The Bulls 2-1 win over the dolphins will see them move directly into the decider in two weeks time. The Bulls tweaked their lineup, shifting right back Kane Alderton to the left and brought in youngster Marc Torrisi in an effort to match the Dolphins physical and direct style. The move paid dividends for the home side with Stratford’s danger man Mic Van Hooran made a spectator for most of the match. The Bulls overcame the opening barrage from the away side to settle and should have taken the lead early on, with returning striker Steven Cater missing an open goal and then a one-on-one chance with Dolphins custodian Angelo Serafin, who was the difference for the travelling side. But against the run of play, a sloppy corner and resulting passage from the Bulls allowed the Dolphins to catch them on the break. Away side big man Greg Darbyshire found a way past the Bulls defense and gave the Dolphins a 1-0
lead just before the break. The message at halftime from the Bulls coach Alex Srhoj was simple: go hard or go home. The Bulls lifted from the kick-off and totally outplayed the Dolphins. The introduction of Bulls ace Wayne Srhoj in the final 30 minutes gave the home side the push to go for it and Robert Pendenza drew level with 20 minutes to go. The Dolphins somehow held on, with Serafin outstanding in the goal, and some poor execution from the Bulls saw the game 1-1 at full time and moved into extra time. The first 15 minutes of the extra period flew by with the Bulls dominating possession but unable to find a breakthrough, but with the change of halves the luck changed for the Bulls with Elliot Gardner netting the winner with five minutes to go, sending the large Bulls crowd into raptures. “I am happy for the players, they had to really fight and they did,” Coach Srhoj said. “They had to battle hard and they did, the work rate was outstanding. Though we were down 1-0, I always felt like it was going to be our night.”
The Bulls will now move into the grand final and look to be heading back to full strength; striker Steven Cater enjoyed his first football in a month and looked good, Larry Maggio has made a miracle return and was on the bench ready to play and Wayne Srhoj was able to get some game time back. The team will have another rest to make sure they are ready for the final. “It is pleasing, Wayne is getting better, probably 30 minutes more then what we would have liked, Cater looked really good and Larry was ready to go, so hopefully I will have some headaches for the grand final,” Srhoj said. “Now though all our focus turns towards getting the men’s reserves and 2nd division into the grand final, which would be something special.” MUFC are encouraging businesses to paint the town orange and black before the grand final on Saturday, September 13 – show your support of your club and your town. The best dressed business will receive four free passes to the grand final which will be held in Cairns at Endeavour Park.
Photo by Peter Roy The Bulls won a hard fought game against the Stratford Dolphins.
Little Gators win premiership By Katherine Kokkonen THEY may be small, but what they lack in size they more than make up with in determination. The Mareeba Gladiators Under 11s have beaten Innisfail Brothers 18–12 to take home the premiership. In a brilliant display of guts and teamwork, the Gladiators came out firing in Cairns to score three tries within the first 10 minutes and went to halftime with the scores at 18–6. Manager Darrin Hastie said the team had a lot of go and were indomitable. He praised their team spirit and was thrilled all of their hard work throughout the season had paid off. “The way they played the first half made it the best half of football this year, by any Mareeba team,” he said. “They made no mistakes and they played for each
other and coach Brett Crooks instilled in them that it is a team sport. They’ve worked hard all year and trained 110 per cent. They did this for themselves, the club and the town.” The Gladiator’s shellacking of Brothers owed a lot to Owen Christopher’s three tries. His performance earned him the Neil Bretz Memorial Trophy and Hastie’s praise. “He was a standout – he’s nearly the littlest fella on the team and he embodies the saying ‘small town, big heart’,” Hastie said. “He goes 100 miles per hour 100 per cent of the time and he is just a lovely kid.” Brothers tried to make a comeback in the second half, but while the Gladiators were exhausted they dug deep to hold a strong defence. Hastie wanted to thank the committee and the fantastic supporters who travelled with the team, giving them a sea of green and gold to cheer them on. He said that while it might have been almost 20 years since Mareeba had won a premiership in Cairns, he hope the win showed the boys what they are capable of. “We are the boys from the bush and we went to the city to steal their crown,” Hastie said. “I hope the boys have that taste of victory, that fantastic feeling and want to do it again.”
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Mareeba swimmers now have room to move and better facilities to train in their revamped clubhouse.
Clubhouse makes a splash By Katherine Kokkonen SWIMMERS will be hard at training, both in and out of the pool, now that Mareeba Swim Club has a revamped clubhouse. The renovated facility provides a space for swimmers to focus on building up their fitness and core strength. The clubhouse has new rubber flooring and features more space for equipment, including a large TV that will be used for training DVDs and will allow for swimmers to analyse their techniques. “We can just do so much more now with the kids,” Mareeba Swim Club President Kevin Davies said. “Instead of being crowded they have their own room to spread out and we can still have space to get more equipment. The kids just absolutely love it and we hope this will improve their performance.” Last year, the club had more than ten swimmers qualify for state and Mr Davies hoped 15 swimmers would qualify this year. He said that without the $20,000 grant from Bendigo Bank, the club would have had to undertake about five years of fundraising for the revamp. “It would have been numerous hours of people volunteering to sell tickets,” he said.
Bendigo Board Chairman Gilbert Teitzel was delighted with the work the club had done with the grant and believed that it would benefit not only swimmers but also the wider community. The clubhouse has already been put to good use with 30 people completing the Royal Lifesaving Bronze medallion course at the facility. “It’s not just for the swimming club, but for all the other kids that want to come along and use the facilities,” he said. “This couldn’t be achieved without the support of the community who go to the Bendigo Bank to do their business.” As well as the grant, the club put in more than $15,000 towards the clubhouse and members pitched in to work on the renovations. Coach June Cotter was amazed by the support and dedication of club members. “All the swimmers came in and helped their parents,” she said. “The kids were in here shovels and brooms and dust flying everywhere but they were in and proud of their clubhouse. It was lovely and good team bonding.” Mareeba Swim Club would like to thank Shane Smith Builders, APL plumbing, Soncin Electrical, Maximum Pest Control and RTS concreting for their contributions towards the revamp.
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EXPRESS sPORT Mareeba Turf Club secretary John Thurlow surveys the track.
Friends Serena Kruse, Helen Shaw and Carly Fitzpatrick pull into the first stop at Mareeba.
Spring into racing season By Katherine Kokkonen MAREEBA Turf Club preparations are on the homestretch in the lead-up to the first race meet of the Spring season. More than 1,200 punters are expected to frock up and place their bets at the Mareeba Annuals, this Saturday. Club secretary John Thurlow expected a classy party atmosphere and for all eyes to be on the horses and fashion ponies. Fierce and fine competitors will be in the fashions of the field with more than $3,000 prize money up for grabs. Any styling emergencies will be quickly solved with Gallery of Beauty on site to lend a hand. “The ladies express themselves with their gear and they really flock here,” Mr Thurlow said. “Mareeba ladies really love getting dressed up.” For the more serious punters, attention will be on the track from the PIM’s race through to the Samson’s Fruit & Veg Cup and Graham Hotel race. As well as the excitement of Spring
racing, Mareeba Turf Club anticipated a stellar year after Racing Queensland announced an increase of prize money. After October 1, prize money will go from $5,000 per race to $7,000, putting Mareeba on a par with other clubs across the region. However, Mareeba Turf Club has set their goals even higher and planned to continue adding more to the prize money from the club’s own stake money. The club will have at least one $10,000 race every race meet, starting from Boxing Day. Mr Thurlow said the increase in prize money will attract more trainers and owners to bring their horses to Mareeba to race. “We were always playing catch-up trying to keep up with the other clubs and now we will forge ahead of the other clubs in stake money,” he said. “I really see it as a big benefit to racing, as a whole, because more people will get involved. It will increase interest in racing and in people to own a horse because there will be a greater return.”
Riders are all heart By Katherine Kokkonen HUNDREDS of riders were all smiles when they rolled into their first pit stop of the Cardiac Challenge. Leaving Kuranda on Friday morning, more than 270 hungry and thirsty riders pulled up at the Mareeba Rotary Park for a well-earned break before continuing their 335 kilometre journey to Cooktown. Camp Commandant Terry Roos said the morning had run according to plan and hoped the participants were having a good time. He said the first day of riding was a nice introduction to the challenge before the riders hit hills on the second day. The challenge was all for a good cause with the money raised going towards the purchase of medical equipment for the Cairns Hospital Cardiac Unit. Equipment bought through the challenge fundraiser includes an ultrasound system for young heart patients and two intra-aortic balloon pumps. “The unique part of it is that there is no middle man and the money that is raised goes straight to the cause,” Mr Roos said.
Flying the flag for Gen Y, 12-year-old Natalie Kean-Sharp takes on the Cardiac Challenge.
Rotary exchange students Zoe Sournia, from France, and Stefanie Neuhaus, from Germany, tag along on the Cardiac Challenge.
The unstoppable Mareeba Netballers, (back) Zoe McDermott, Zoe Filippelli, Milli Ratalatala, Missi Seve, Harama Seve, (front) Coach Meredith Ford, Tahlia Avolio, Gage Legaspi and Jade Lankester.
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Girls on top form Mareeba Netballers have shown they are in top form, winning the Port Douglas Junior Netball Carnival and taking out first place in Division 1. The 16 years team dominated at the carnival with players showing that Mareeba can mix it up with the best in the region. This team consisted of players who have been with the Association since its inception and well deserved the title of best team at the carnival. They proved
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they were the ones to watch but were unstoppable, winning all their games to bring home the title. Mareeba continued its success with the 12 Years team also winning their division and the 14 years team finishing as Runners Up. With a total of five Mareeba teams competing in the Port Douglas Junior Carnival including an eleven year old team, Mareeba Netball was clearly the club to beat.
Alex Hofer and Loz Finlay take a well earned break.
The annual Mareeba Dunnrite golf day is on again this Saturday September 6. Defending champions Darren Hastie and Chris Lea have sent out a challenge to see if anyone can beat them this year. Almost 90 golfers are expected to run the Mareeba Golf course and are coming
from the Tablelands, Cairns and surrounds where they will play 18 holes, 2 ball Ambrose with a shotgun start at 8am. Lunch will be provided and drinks will be available, great prizes will also be on offer. Presentations will be at 1pm so those wanting to go to the Mareeba Annuals can do so.
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