2019 March 7th Rural, Features, Police, STA & NAT

CRIME WRAP

Low range drink driver, Innisfail: Police intercepted a 62-year-old Moresby man around 9pm on Thursday evening on McGowan Drive for a roadside breath test.

A subsequent breath test allegedly returned an alcohol reading of 0.051 per cent BAC. He was charged with low range drink driving and was issued with a notice to appear at the Innisfail Magistrates Court on March 4.

Drivers should be mindful that it can be easy to go over the 0.05 per cent limit, or to still have a breath alcohol reading the following day.

It is important to take into account many factors when planning to have a drink, like how quickly you have consumed the drinks, when you last ate and gender.

Vehicle damaged, Innisfail:

Between 11am on Wednesday morning to 11am Thursday morning a vehicle that was parked at a Flying Fish Point road premises receive damage to the bonnet.

A grey Isuzu D-Max was parked at the located when it has received damage resulting in a circle being scratched into the bonnet causing damage to the vehicle.

Anyone with any information are encouraged to contact police and quote reference number QP1900415736.

Theft of clothing, Innisfail Estate: A number of children’s clothing items including t-shirts, underwear and hats were stolen from a drying rack that was located on the patio area of a Bergin Road address.

Anyone with any information are encouraged to contact police and quote reference number QP1900413277 Break and enter, Cardwell: Police are investigating a break and enter that occurred at a Victoria Street business.

Between 8pm on Friday March 1 and 7am on Saturday March 2 entry

has been made to the business and a quantity of money was stolen.

Anyone with any information is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers and quote reference number QP1900429283.

Burglary, Innisfail: Between 1am and 8.30am on March 4, an unknown person has gained entry to an Ibis Street address through an open garage door and stole electronic equipment from the address.

Anyone with any information is encouraged to contact police and quote

reference number QP1900443230 Cannabis plants located, Etty Bay: Around 11.30pm on March 3 police were at an Etty Bay Road address in relation to another matter, and it will be alleged while at the address officers located a large number of cannabis plants.

A 53-year-old local man was charged with producing dangerous drugs Schedule 2 drug quantity of or exceeding Schedule 3.

He is scheduled to appear at the Innisfail Magistrates Court on March 25.

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Register of Forsign Ownership of Water Report

THE Government has today released the first report of the Register of Foreign Ownership of Water Entitlements, delivering on our commitment to increase transparency around holdings of Australia’s water assets.

The first report shows the proportion of total water entitlements that have a level of foreign ownership is 10.4 per cent.

This is based on a comparison of data held on the Register of Foreign Ownership Water Enti-

tlements and the Bureau of Meteorology’s assessment of total Australian water entitlements on issue.

The Water Register reports on aggregate water entitlements with a level of foreign ownership of 20 per cent and above.

The United States of America and China are Australia’s largest sources of foreign investment in water entitlements, each holding approximately 1.9 per cent of total water entitlement on issue. The United

Kingdom is the next largest source of foreign investment, holding approximately 1.1 per cent of total water entitlement on issue.

Of the 10.4 per cent of water entitlement that is foreign owned, the greatest usages are for agriculture, accounting for 66.5 per cent, and mining at 26.3 per cent.

The Murray-Darling Basin holds just over half of all water entitlements on issue in Australia. Foreign ownership of water

entitlements within the Murray-Darling Basin is 9.4 per cent, slightly below the level of foreign ownership of entitlements at a national level.

Foreign investment plays an important role in the growth and productivity of our regional communities and the Government continues to welcome foreign investment where it will support our national interest.

The Government’s Water Register complements the Agricultural Land Register. To-

gether these registers provide the public with greater transparency about foreign investment levels and trends in the water market and agricultural sectors.

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) administers the Water Register. All foreign investors with an interest in registrable water entitlements and contractual water rights are required to register their interest with the ATO. This is supplemented by the ATO through different sources of data, such

as land titles, immigration and other third party sources, to identify those foreign investors who may not have correctly reported their water entitlements on the Water Register.

The report collates data from the Water Register as at 30 June 2018 and is available on the Foreign

Investment

Review

Board website (www.firb.gov. au).

Australia positioned for big wheat growth in Myanmar

THE Australian wheat industry is looking to Myanmar as an increasingly important and valued market in the South East Asian region.

Australia holds nearly 90% of the Myanmar wheat market, having doubled exports from 200,000 tonnes in 2012 to 400,000 tonnes worth $117 million in 2017.

To maintain Australia’s dominance of this market as it continues to grow, the Australian Export Grain Innovation Centre (AEGIC) has been laying the foundations of a long-lasting relationship with the flour milling industry in Myanmar.

AEGIC South East Asia Markets Manager Sean Cowman said wheat exports to My-

anmar would start transitioning from containers to bulk shipping in the coming months.

“The Myanmar wheat market will continue to grow and can reach 1 million metric tonnes in the years ahead, potentially worth over $300 million,” he said.

“Bulk shipping is a game changer for the Myanmar flour and feed milling industries and will change the dynamic of this market. AEGIC is working hard to maintain Australian wheat relevance and presence in this market as it grows.”

Over the past several years, AEGIC has conducted in-market visits, seminars and workshops to help flour millers understand and optimise the value

of Australian wheat. This helps position Australia as the preferred wheat supplier for Myanmar.

Fifty flour millers, bakers and noodle processors took part in an Australian Wheat Technical Seminar hosted by AEGIC and Austrade on 21 February 2019. The Seminar followed a similar event in 2018.

Participants increased their understanding of the Australian wheat industry and the quality, functionality and health attributes of Australian wheat.

AEGIC Wheat Quality Technical Markets Manager Dr Larisa Cato said in-market technical engagement was crucial in helping Australia continue to meet the needs of Myanmar

wheat buyers.

“Myanmar is becoming more and more significant for Australian wheat exports, and it’s important we connect directly with the people who use Australian wheat and help them get the most value out of our product,” she said.

“This not only helps grain importers and processors in Myanmar get the best out of Australian wheat, it helps the Australian industry maintain and grow this developing market.”

The Seminar included presentations from Mr Cowman, who spoke about the value AEGIC provides to flour millers, and Dr Cato who outlined the quality of Australian wheat and

its suitability for Asian products.

Mathilde Berra of leading cereal and flour innovation company Chopin Technologies updated participants on the latest developments in wheat flour and noodle quality measurement.

Dr Sara Grafenauer of Australia’s Grains & Legumes Nutrition Council gave a presentation on the health and nutrition attributes of Australian grains.

The seminar was opened by Australia’s Ambassador to Myanmar Andrea Faulkner.

Myanmar fact file * In line with trends in other Asian countries, diets are evolving to incorporate more wheatbased products.

* Wheat imports into My-

anmar are expected to change from container to bulk in the coming years. * Flour milling capacity is expected to increase with new mills expected to be operational soon. * As demand for wheat grows, the challenge posed by Black Sea and North American wheat will grow. * Australian wheat is currently preferred for noodles and there are opportunities to increase the use of Australian wheat for baking.

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RURAL REPORT

Draft Wet Tropics Management Plan released for public review

THE Wet Tropics Management Authority invites community feedback on the draft Wet Tropics Management Plan.

It is the second public consultation phase in a 10-year review of the Management Plan.

The first phase, in 2017, consulted Rainforest Aboriginal People, landholders, all levels of government, industry and the broader community, incorporating feedback from more than 60 meetings and workshops and 91 formal submissions.

The Chair, Ms Leslie Shirreffs said the Authority had listened to the Wet Tropics community’s feedback.

‘We consulted with a wide range of people to ensure the updated Management Plan captured those issues most important to the Wet Tropics commu-

nity,’ she said.

‘We have listened, and have addressed the vast majority of issues raised during phase one.

‘We thank the community for their feedback, and encourage them to have their say again to ensure we have adequately captured their aspirations for the World Heritage Area.’

The Wet Tropics Management Plan (1998) protects the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area with a zoning and permit scheme, regulating activities with the potential to affect World Heritage values.

A major change resulting from the first round of public consultation is the introduction of a new Wet Tropics Strategic Plan. It addresses issues not covered by the regulatory instrument such as climate

change, biosecurity and supporting Rainforest Aboriginal People.

‘The creation and release of a new strategic plan for public input represents a new approach for the Authority, and a new approach to World Heritage management,’ Leslie said.

‘We have also responded to feedback by proposing to simplify the Wet Tropics zoning system, reduce red tape around permits and remove duplication of procedures between agencies.’

Submissions close on Thursday 18 April 2019. The Wet Tropics Management Plan will be available from Saturday 2 March for review and comment at wettropics.gov.au/PlanReview.

Current as of 25 February 2019

Indicative ICE 11 Prices SEASON

AUD/MT*

WEEKLY CHANGE

2018

409.52

2.16%

2019

431.75

2.46%

2020

447.90

1.29%

*These figures are indicative of available ICE 11 prices as at 25 February 2019 and reflect the weighted average gross AUD/mt price. The prices have been adjusted to include Over-the-Counter margin fees charged by banking institutions and so may differ from daily prices quoted by the ICE #11 Exchange and/or other Marketers of Growers’ Economic Interest in Sugar. Values also do not account for any adjustments resulting from local Grower-Miller pricing arrangements.

Weekly Market Overview

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ICE 11 contracts resumed trading last Tuesday, and with it sugar prices rallied reaching the 13c/lb handle. MAR19 made its low on Tuesday at 13.14 c/lb and its high on Wednesday at 13.50c/lb, before closing the week at 13.37c/lb. The main driver for the rally appears to be an increase in ethanol prices, which followed gasoline prices at the pump in Brazil.

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Centre South Brazil has been having a good amount of rain recently and is now expected to achieve overall rainfall close to seasonal average, preventing further damage to the cane. In India, sugar production up to 15 February had been 21.9 million metric tonnes (mmt), with total forecast estimated 31.6 mmt.

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The Commitment of Traders (COT) report as of 5 February showed a net short of 58,508. Frustratingly we still have another three weeks to wait until we have an up-to-date picture of the spec position.

CURRENCY

Queensland’s rural areas see confidence in land values

VALUATION notices outlining updated land valuations have today been issued for 16,970 properties throughout rural Queensland.

Queensland’s Valuer-General Neil Bray said the valuations reflected up to date and current rural land values.

“Confidence in the State’s rural economy has been reflected in an increase in the majority of the State’s rural land values.

“This increase in rural land values can be attributed to the continued effects of strengthened beef prices and low interest rates, which have generally resulted in increases in Queensland’s rural property markets.

“There were significant increases in rural land sales across the local authorities of Etheridge and Western Downs.

The Tara rural market of Western Downs has experienced significant reductions over a number of years due to the impact of the Global Financial Crisis. The market has now rebounded with significant market movements, consistent with similar movements in the neighbouring local government areas of Goondiwindi and Maranoa.

“A market based review Rural land values Table 1: Total values of rural primary production land by local government area Local government area Previous date of valuation Total value as at previous

of rural valuations within Longreach and Moreton Bay regional councils was also undertaken to improve the consistency of land valuations across different rural locations.

For the 2019 valuation, the local government areas with a large rural component are Burdekin, Cairns, Etheridge, Gympie, Lockyer Valley, Longreach, Moreton Bay, Noosa, North Burnett, Somerset, South Burnett, Sunshine Coast, and Western Downs.

Mr Bray said land valuations are used by councils as a guide to determine what to charge in rates, and for state land tax and state land rental amounts.

“These valuations will become effective 30 June, however I encourage landowners who believe they have additional or new evidence which may alter their new valuation to provide this information through the online objections process via www.qld.gov.au/ landvaluation or at the address shown at the top of their valuation notice by 7 May 2019,” Mr Bray said.

“Landowners without internet access can get an objection kit that includes a step-by-step guide by phoning 1300 664 217.

date of valuation ($ millions) Total value as at 1/10/2018 ($ millions) Total value change (%)

“It is important to note that sales of rural land purchased by resource companies for the purpose of mining or other extractive industries are not used to determine statutory land values of rural land.”

The new land valuation data for 2019 can be accessed online at www.qld.gov.au/ landvaluation.

Queensland Globe also gives landowners access to detailed valuation information allowing users to search for a property or pan the map to areas of interest and zoom down to individual property level. Landowners can access the Queensland Globe year round on the Land Valuations website www.qld.gov.au/landvaluation.

A rural sales map for larger rural shires is also available online and at selected locations to assist landowners – allowing landowners to compare their valuations with others in their area.

Hard copies of the valuation list can be viewed at Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy business centres and local government offices during normal business hours until 4 June 2019.

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The Aussie dollar traded in a rather dull range over the past week, moving between 0.7070c and 0.7183c.

It closed the week at 0.7140c, as risk sentiment firmed and higher commodity prices helped lift the AUD to the upper end of its range.

This report contains information of a general or summary nature. While all care is taken in the preparation of this report, the reliability, accuracy or completeness of the information provided in the document is not guaranteed. The update on marketing and pricing activity does not constitute financial, investment or product advice or a risk management strategy. You should seek your own financial advice. This report should not be taken to include representations as to future matters, and nothing contained in this report should be relied upon as a representation as to future matters. Information about past performance is not an indication of future performance. QSL does not accept any responsibility to any person for the decisions and actions taken by that person with respect to any of the information contained in this report.

Australia’s WTO action against Indian subsidies a significant step

IN an important escalation, the governments of Australia and Brazil have jointly launched a formal World Trade Organisation (WTO) action against the Indian government’s domestic sugar support mechanisms.

“A WTO dispute is a rare and significant escalation towards resolving a situation that’s been depressing the global sugar price and the earnings of Australian sugarcane growers and sugar millers,” said Paul Schembri, CANEGROWERS Chairman. “We thank the Australian Government for taking this step.”

Subsidised Indian sugar production and exports have rapidly become a major threat to the viability of cane growers and sugar millers in Australia and other unsubsidised sugar producers.

“We believe the high volumes of Indian sugar produced

in recent years are embedded and structural, meaning their industry will continue to flood the global market unless the subsidies and associated support mechanisms are fundamentally reformed,” said David Pietsch, CEO at the Australian Sugar Milling Council (ASMC).

“The analysis we jointly developed with government paints a strong case against Indian sugar support mechanisms. India’s sugar subsidies are a clear breach of its WTO obligations,” said Mr Pietsch.

Last November, the WTO Committee for Agriculture met in Geneva and 13 countries supported the counter-notification lodged by Australia against India.

“The counter-notification, an important precursor to launching the formal WTO dispute settlement process, was essential to garner support for

Brisbane City Council 1/10/2016 74,588,500 74,588,500

Cairns Regional Council 1/10/2015 162,081,000 202,808,100 25.1

Gympie Regional Council 1/10/2016 491,991,500 589,397,300 19.8

Lockyer Valley Regional Council 1/10/2015 390,695,000 457,874,100 17.2

Longreach Regional Council 1/10/2013 236,424,700 239,502,600 1.3

Noosa Shire Council 1/10/2017 61,582,500 64,686,500 5.0

Redland City Council 1/10/2015 72,248,600 117,182,900 62.2

Burdekin Shire Council 1/10/2015 384,451,600 423,769,900 10.2

Etheridge Shire Council 1/10/2013 100,887,000 144,807,040 43.5

Ipswich City Council 1/10/2016 200,572,700 212,194,100 5.8

Logan City Council 1/10/2016 126,062,500 132,325,000 5.0

Moreton Bay Regional Council 1/10/2016 357,048,300 400,803,000 12.3

North Burnett Regional Council 1/10/2016 574,142,700 671,857,200 17.0

Somerset Regional Council 1/10/2016 667,903,100 763,059,900 14.3

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further action from other trading nations.

“We applaud Australian Trade Minister, Simon Birmingham’s tenacity and willingness to take the lead and coordinate an international response to uphold global trade rules,” said Mr Pietsch.

“We had been hoping the Indian government would come to the table to find a negotiated solution rather than enter the more protracted formal proceedings, but this hasn’t happened,” said Mr Schembri.

“Other ways need to be found to support the well-being of India’s sugarcane growers, so that the global market can function efficiently and reward unsubsidised and efficient sugar producers including growers and millers in Australia,” he said.

South Burnett Regional Council 1/10/2015 532,653,300 686,983,700 29.0 Sunshine Coast Regional Council 1/10/2017 376,202,700 395,300,300 5.1

Western Downs Regional Council 1/10/2016 1,953,595,350 2,773,422,000 42.0

EXPERIENCE CULINARY DELIGHTS

Cassowary Coast Catering ADVERTORIAL

LOCAL Identity Chris Parsons is a qualified Chef with over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry and started Cassowary Coast Catering over 10 years ago in Tully, catering for both private and corporate events.

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Chris first came to Tully in 2005 to manage The Plantations Restaurant and decided to make Tully his home, establishing his catering business with his wife Grace who also runs Cassowary Coast laundry.

They can set up your function just about anywhere- on the beach, in the rainforest, halls, schools, or in a private residence and they can tailor menus to suit any occasion, including finger food, platters, buffets, smorgasbords or barbeques.

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Celeb chef Manu Feildel reveals the secret to perfect scrambled eggs WHEN done right, scrambled eggs can be one of the most delicious breakfasts of choice.

The fluffy, creamy texture of the eggs contrasts exquisitely with the crunch of the freshly buttered toast. However, it’s not so easy to get the traditional breakfast staple right. Australian Eggs ambassador and celebrity chef, Manu Feildel shares his professional tips on how to get the perfect scrambled eggs.

How to (Manu style): 1. Whisk 2-3 whole eggs with 20-30mls milk, a good pinch of sea salt and pepper 2. Heat a medium frying pan over a low heat, add a knob of butter and when foaming,

pour in the eggs and leave for 60-90 seconds to begin to set 3. Gently pull the egg from the edges, into the centre of the pan. Turn and tilt the pan so the runny egg takes up the available space and runs off the set egg, this gentle pulling will make egg “ribbons” 4.

Remove the pan from the heat before the egg is completely set. Leave to sit for a minute or two, this will let the egg gently finish cooking in its own heat.

5. To serve, place on top of 1-2 pieces of well buttered toast and finish with a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired.

Before you get started, here are some common mistakes:

• Don’t let your pan get too hot, if the pan is too hot the eggs will cook too quickly, burn and rather than be lovely and light, have a rubbery texture • Don’t be rough and move the eggs too much, light gentle movement will help the eggs stay light and not break up • Don’t overcook the eggs, this will also make them tough and rubbery. Remove them from the heat when still a little wet in places. The residual heat from the pan and the eggs will finish cooking them through And if you’re feeling like something slightly different: • For more decadent eggs, you can keep six or so eggs in a

glass jar with a piece of truffle. This will infuse the eggs with the truffle flavour, then, finely grate some of the truffle over the eggs just before serving • For cheesy eggs, pour the egg mix into the pan and leave to cook for 60-90 seconds then scatter with your favourite grated cheese and continue the cooking process. Serve with hot buttered toast and sliced ham or crispy speck • For Asian style eggs, add 20ml of water and 10ml of light soy sauce instead of milk to the eggs and finish with Japanese mayonnaise, crispy shallots and a squeeze of sriracha or a drizzle of chilli oil.

King Reef Resort ADVERTORIAL

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They support locals!

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“King Reef & Beef” is their now famous signature dish by Chef Zain.

It is a succulent 400gm Rib Fillet steak cooked to your liking, topped with fresh Australian Prawns, Moreton Bay Bugs, house seasoned lemon pepper calamari and drizzled

Dine with a view

with a house made fresh creamy garlic sauce.

Chef Zain will tantalise your taste buds! He puts his unique twist on all his dishes, and you won’t be disappointed. His uniqueness comes right down to his freshly made local produce salads and delectable vegetables.

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CHICKEN NEPTUNE Our Recipe (2 Serves):

packed with bacon, avocado, camembert & prawns, served with a creamy garlic sauce Ingredients: 2 Chicken Breast Fillets 1 Camembert Cheese cubed 6 Prawns cooked, shelled and deveined 1 Avocado 2 Bacon Rashers

Creamy Garlic Sauce Ingredients: ½ Cup Water 2Tbsp Garlic 1tsp Garlic Powder 2 cups Heavy Cream 1Tbsp Chopped Parsley Salt & Pepper to taste 2Tbsp Cornstarch

Method for Garlic Sauce: Pour half water in saucepan and bring to the boil over a medium heat. Add garlic and garlic powder, and boil until water is almost evaporated, about 5 minutes. Stir in heave cream, parsley, salt & pepper. Mix corn-starch with remaining water and stir into same.

Cook, stirring constantly, until thick-

ened about 3 minutes.

Method for Chicken Neptune: Place a slit in each chicken breast, but do not slice the whole way through Insert 2 prawns and 3 cubes of camembert cheese into each breast, 1 bacon rasher and about 3 slices of avocado into the chicken breast

Secure the slits with a toothpick Place chicken breasts on a baking tray lined with baking paper Bake in oven at 160 Degrees Celsius for approximately 30 – 40 minutes or until chicken is cooked Once baked, place on a serving plate on a bed of rice and drizzle with the creamy garlic sauce

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